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1999-01-18_Agenda Packet--Dossier de l'ordre du jourAGENDA COMMON COUNCIL - as at January 15, 1999. 1. Meeting called to order, 7:00 p.m., Monday, January 18, 1999 - prayer_ 2. Approval of minutes (January 11, 1999). PUBLIC HEARINGS 3. 7:00 p.m. (a) Proposed Zoning By -Law amendment to re -zone all the land within 152 metres (500 feet) of Proud Road, from "RF" Rural to "RFM" Rural Mobile Home classification, to permit all properties along Proud Road to develop with either one- or two - family dwellings or mobile homes, as requested by the City of Saint John. (b) Report from Planning Advisory Committee re proposed amendment. 4. 7:00 p.m. (a) Proposed Zoning By -Law amendment to re -zone a parcel of land located at 205 -207 Loch Lomond Road, from "R-4" Four - Family Residential to "B -2" General Business classification, to permit the establishment of a car sales lot, as requested by Gerry Webster. (b) Report from Planning Advisory Committee re proposed amendment. 5. 7:00 p.m. (a) Proposed Zoning By -Law amendment to re -zone a parcel of land located at 304 Lawrence Long Road, from "RS -2" One- and Two - Family Suburban Residential and "RS -2M" One- and Two - Family and Mobile Home Suburban Residential to "RF" Rural classification, to permit development of a horse stable and riding arena to be developed as part of the residential use of the property, as requested by Deborah H. Thomas and Zoran Petrovich. (b) Report from Planning Advisory Committee re proposed amendment. 6. 7:00 p.m. (a) Proposed Zoning By -Law amendment to re -zone a parcel of land located at 31 Golden Grove Road, from "RS -2" One- and Two - Family Suburban Residential to "B -2" General Business classification, to permit construction of two commercial buildings with a total ground floor area of 1161 square metres (12,500 square feet), as requested by Dante Foriere. (b) Report from Planning Advisory Committee re proposed amendment. (c) Letter from Northrup Bamford, solicitor for applicant, requesting withdrawal of the application. PUBLIC PRESENTATION 7 7:00 p.m. (a) Public presentation of proposed Municipal Plan amendment to adopt the Peninsula Neighbourhood Plan as Part 10, setting out additional policies to guide the development of the peninsula area surrounding the Uptown, and to amend Schedule 2 -C, "Central Peninsula Land Use Plan ", to adopt a neighbourhood plan as an amendment to the Municipal Plan. 8_ Mayor's remarks. CITY MANAGER 9_ Re Watershed Protection Program - Phase li. Page Two. COMMON COUNCIL AGENDA - as at January 15, 1999. COMMITTEES /COMMISSIONS 10. Nominating Committee report (January 11, 1999) - (1 - 5) appointments to committees /commissions. 11. Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission Inc. re tourism organization for Greater Saint John. GENERAL 12. Letter from River Valley Ground Search & Rescue Team Inc. re City's lack of financial support. 13. Letter from Saint John & District Labour Council re City's 1999 budget. 14. Letter from Saint John Horticultural Association re Stanley Park, Vancouver. 15_ Letter from Saint John Chapter of Canadian Citizenship Federation re international year of older persons_ 16. Letter from Roger E. Kennie asking why Ferris Lane off Churchland Road is not on list of roads to be plowed. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE - 4.30 p.m. 17. 4:30 p.m. - Presentation of tourism marketing plan 1999 -2000 (see also item #20). 18. 5:30 p.m. - Presentation by Power Commission of the City of Saint John re deregulation. 19. Re appointment of Councillors to committees /boards /commissions (Mayor McAlary). 20. Re "Venue Saint John" report and recommendations, November 1998 (City Manager). 21. Re land transaction (City Manager). 22. City Manager's update. 23. Mayor's update. Municipal operations & Engineering January 2', 1999 Paul Groody, P.Eng_ Commissioner Paul Vanderlaan, P.Eng. Manager Watershed Protection Program Department of the Environment P.O. Box 6000 Fredericton, New Brunswick E313 51-11 P.O. Box 1971 Saint John New Brunswick Canada E21- 4L1 506 658 -2818 (Tel) 506 658 -2852 (Fax) SUBJECT: Watershed Protection Program - Phase H Paul, City of Saint John On November 16`x', 1998, the Minister of the Environment released a discussion paper on a proposed Phase ll of the Watershed Protection Program. The matter has been considered by Common Council and staff of the City of Saint John. Please find attached a copy of the City's brief in response to the discussion paper_ We must conclude that the Watershed Protection Program, Phase II, as defined in the discussion paper, does not adequately safeguard drinking water supplies and fails to define enforcement measures necessary for the maintenance of proposed standards. In trying to make the Program generic and by relying heavily on existing legislation, the measures proposed would appear to fall far short of their goal of safeguarding water supplies today and for future generations. The City of Saint John strongly recommends that the Watershed Protection Program adopts regulations, as identified in Saint John watershed studies carried out in 1989 (Loch Lomond Watershed) and 1993 (East and West Musquash and Spruce Lake Watersheds), to be applied in those watersheds, and that similar studies be carried out for each of the other watersheds in the province, and that the findings of such studies become the basis for regulations in each ,--of the rective watersheds. JAN 211`,199 Re' Watershed Protection Program _ - page ? On January 18'", 1999, Common Council of the City of Saint John resolved to: endorse the attached brief and authorize that it be forwarded to the Department of the Environment as the response of the City of Saint John to the Discussion Paper on the Watershed Protection Program - Phase 11; and I strongly recommend that the Watershed Protection Program adopts regulations, as identified in the 1989 Loch Lomond Watershed Study and the 1993 East and West Musquash and Spruce Lake Watersheds Study, to be applied in those watersheds, and that similar studies be carried out for each of the other watersheds in the province, and that the findings of such studies become the basis for regulations in each of the respective watersheds_ The City of Saint John is committed to pursuing high environmental standards for its watersheds. We look forward to working with the Department of the Environment - towards achieving effective, enforceable measures for the protection of these vital water supplies. Commissioner of Municipal Operations C. TZary nce Totten, C.A., City Manager Mun ford,' Common Clerk Peter Hanlon, P.Eng., Manager, Water & Sewerage Services Claude MacKinnon, P.Eng., Commissioner of Development Services REPORT TO COMMON COUNCIL t OPEN ESSION M &C99 -16 January 15, 1999 Her Worship Mayor Shirley McAlary and Members of Common Council Your Worship and Members -of Council, SUBJECT: W atershed Pro lion Pr m - Phase II BACKGROUND City of Saint John On November 16,1998, a discussion paper was released by the Minister of the Environment on the suggested provisions of Phase 11 of a Watershed Protection Program. The matter was referred to staff by Council, its meeting of November 23, 1998, for a report and draft brief. ANALYSIS The watershed protection program, as defined in the discussion paper, does not adequately safeguard drinking water supplies and fails to define enforcement measures necessary for the maintenance of proposed standards. In trying to make the Watershed Protection Program generic and by having a heavy reliance on existing legislation the measures would appear to fall far short of their goal of safeguarding water supplies today and for future generations. We propose that the City of Saint John strongly recommend that the Watershed Protection Program adopts regulations, as identified in Saint John watershed studies carried out in 1989 (Loch Lomond Watershed) and 1993 (East and West Musquash and Spruce Lake Watersheds), to be applied in those watersheds, and that similar studies be carried out for each of the other watersheds in the province, and that the findings of such studies become the basis for regulations in each of the respective watersheds. M &C 99 -16, Watershed Protection Program ... page 2 (L Please find attached, for the consideration of Common Council, a proposed brief in response to the request of the Department of the Environment for comments on the Discussion Paper, Watershed Protection Program. INPUT FROM OTHER SOURCES The Commissioner of Development Services and his staff, who were directly involved in one or both of the 1989 and 1993 designation processes for the eastern and western watersheds, were consulted. They provided invaluable advice and input to the preparation of the proposed brief. RECOMMENDATIONS It is recommended that: Common Council endorse the attached brief and authorize that it be forwarded to the Department of the Environment as the response of the City of Saint John to the Discussion Paper on the Watershed. Protection Program - Phase H; 2. Common Council strongly recommends that the Watershed Protection Program adopts regulations, as identified in the 1989 Loch Lomond Watershed Study and the 1993 East and West Musquash and Spruce Lake Watersheds Study, to be applied in those watersheds, and that similar studies be carried out for each of the other watersheds in the province, and that the findings of such studies become the basis for regulations in each of the respective watersheds. Res ct U" su` /brnlitted� Peter Hanlon, P.Eng. Manager, W4ter & Sewerage Services of Terrence Totten, C.A. City Manager City of Saint John WATEI-I-x-t-SHED PROTECTION PUZ.06".-RA-Al U I., BRIEF 18 January 1.999 WATERSHED PROTECTION PROGRAM PHASE II Introduction A watershed is an area of land that drains, ultimately, to a particular body of water. Saint John depends on a number of watersheds for the supply of its potable water, as well as, water for industrial and fire protection purposes. These are the Loch Lomond/Latimer Lake Watershed in the East; and the Spruce Lake /Ludgate Lake/Menzies Lake /Musquash Watersheds in the West_ Combined, these sources provide about 38 million imperial gallons of water per day - to meet the potable water requirements of about 65,000 citizens, hospitals and schools, as well as the needs of many businesses and the large industries that form the economic backbone of our Province. A number of these industries are significant food and beverage processing operations. The Mnister of the Environment indicates, in his November 16, 1998 letter to the people of New Brunswick, that Phase ll of the Watershed Protection Program proposes "a framework for managing all municipal surface water supplies'. In that letter, he also underlines the fundamental importance of clean, safe drinking water: "These waters are essential to the wellbeing of almost hap' of the Province 's population, and as a result, special care must be taken to ensure that... municipal water supplies continue to provide a clean source of water for the future. " The City of Saint John is vitally concerned about the protection of the watersheds which supply drinking water to over 65,000 residents and the many thousands of others who work in and visit our community. We have undertaken measures, over the years, to protect source water quality and have sought designation of our watersheds as protected areas. Brief- Watershed Protection Program ... page 2 Saint ohn Water System Among the many essential services of a municipality, the provision of good quality water in sufficient quantity is arguably the most important. Water is vital to human life. In fact, municipal water utilities were created for the very reason of protecting public health. All other considerations aside, the public health of the community is our first and foremost obligation in delivering a water service. The City's water system is also an essential cog in the social and economic lifeblood of the community. It makes residential development viable, it enables schools, hospitals, businesses and industries to function, and it is the foundation for the fire protection system. A reliable, high quality water system is one of the basic infrastructures necessary for the community and its future growth_ The City of Saint John has the oldest water supply systems in Canada, dating back to 1837, and the largest such system in Atlantic Canada. From two major surface water supplies, the Loch Lomond/Latimer Lake watershed in the east and the Spruce Lake/Ludgate Lake/Musquash watershed in the west, the City's Water & Sewerage Utility provides, on average, 38 million imperial gallons per day (MIGD) to its various customers. Approximately 17 MIGD is utilized by residential, institutional, commercial and small industrial clients, and the remaining 21 MIGD by heavy industrial demands. Saint John has enjoyed the benefits of a good, relatively safe supply of water and a long established water supply infrastructure which, because of the industrial components in the system, is larger and more complex than would typically be the case for our population. Water quality has been viewed as generally good and, with only limited treatment, overall costs of the system have been reasonable. As we evolve towards more rigorous drinking water standards, expectations on our systems will increase, as will the costs associated with meeting those expectations. People want the very best product and good service for the rates they pay. Resources available to meet those expectations are limited_ No municipal utility has the luxury of "throwing money" at problems, including contamination in the system. Best Water, Best Service. The City of Saint John is committed to achieving the highest standards of quality and service. Our goal is to provide a high quality of water, one which exceeds the expectations of our utility customers, and to do so efficiently with an exceptional standard of customer service. Brief Watershed Protection Program ... page 3 M l' 1 rri r Approach h We have been fortunate, in Saint John, that our watersheds have provided an abundant source of good, clean water. To ensure safe drinking water and, ultimately, the public health of the community, we subscribe to a multiple - barrier protective approach. This means instituting a series of overlapping techniques in protecting potable water, as opposed to relying on simply one method. The maintenance of high standards in the watersheds is the essential first link in a chain of protective measures that includes: Source Protection. Protecting the source from contamination is better and far more cost - effective than trying to remove the contaminants later. Among measures which are proven effective for watershed protection are land ownership, land use regulation, restricting watershed access, use ofbuffer /setback strips, as well as sound forest and land management practices. Of particular significance, the measures taken by the City of Saint John in 1989 (Loch Lomond Watershed) and 1993 (East and West Musquash and Spruce Lake Watersheds) to have its watersheds designated as protected areas under Provincial statute demonstrate commitment to protecting the health and well being of our public. We are very concerned that those initiatives were not followed through by the Department of the Environment. 2. Treatment Processes. Appropriate treatment processes are vital to achieving high water quality standards. Limited to screening, disinfection and flouridation, to this point in time, treatment requirements could become significant in years to come. This will greatly increase water system cost and complexity. Drinking water standards and the expectations of consumers will continue to rise, and we will be obliged to improve systems to meet those standards and expectations. The very high costs of water treatment will be inversely proportional to the standard of protection given to the sources of water - our watersheds. 3 _ Operating and Maintenance Standards. Proper operation and maintenance of the water transmission and distribution system, including the flushing of water mains, is an essential aspect of achieving water quality at the tap. The City of Saint John has been particularly diligent in this regard and, as a result, has not experienced the problems which have plagued other regional municipalities in recent years. However, we cannot and will not be complacent as to the every day potential for contamination. Brief Watershed Protection Program _.. page 4 4. Monitoring. The monitoring and continuous testing of raw and treated waters, from source to the consumer, is an activity inherent to ensuring consistent quality. Sampling locations are carefully chosen to include all the extremities of the water system. 5. Training. The City and its Water & Sewerage Utility have aggressively pursued higher standards of training and certification for its managers, operators and maintenance personnel. The people, who operate the water system, must remain current on a wide range of topics which affect the discipline, from regulations to biological/chemical hazards to the most up -to -date management/operating practices. Protection of our watersheds is a vital component in the system of protective barriers, and every reasonable measure must be taken to reinforce our ability to protect the quality of these waters - any degradation is unacceptable. As with other water utilities, we have found that there are three key ways of protecting watersheds: education of the public; ownership of the land; and enactment of protective legislation. Historically, Saint John has used all three methods. However, as much of our watersheds he outside municipal boundaries, we are very reliant on protective legislation enacted and enforced by the Province of New Brunswick. Watershed Protection Program The discussion paper points out that more than 300,000 New Brunswickers obtain their drinking water from drinking water supply watersheds. However, these watersheds (areas of land that drain surface water from a system of streams,, rivers or lakes) cover only four percent (4 1/o) of the province's total land area. The Watershed Protection Program, which evolved directly from the 1989 Clean Water Act, is being developed to help New Brunswick municipalities prevent water problems before they arise. As pointed out in the discussion paper: "It is far more economical - and better for the environment - to prevent watershed contamination in the first place than to try and regain water quality once it is lost. "1 I Discussion Paper, Watershed Protection Program, New Brunswick Department of the Environment, November 16, 1998, page v. Brief Watershed Protection Program ... page 5 The Watershed Protection Program aims toe: • safeguard our drinking water supplies • manage our water resources for quality and quantity • integrate land and water use planning • use a preventive approach to water quality management • provide enforcement * be compatible with other legislation. We applaud these aims, yet must emphasize the need to ensure that they are, in fact, attainable - under the guidelines outlined in the discussion paper_ We are very concerned_ Section 14 of the Clean Water Act allows the Minister of the Environment to designate, as a Protected Area, all or any portion of a watershed that provides water for a public water supply system_ The intent of such designation is to ensure that the watershed is safeguarded from land and water use activities that may contaminate water in the area. Phase I of the Watershed Protection Program (1990) involved the creation of a Watercourse Setback Designation Order - identifying a protected area around every lake, river and stream within each municipal watershed. Phase I placed standards on land -use activities which could occur within these 75 metre setback zones. Phase II intends to develop standards for all land within the watershed boundary, as well as the watercourses themselves. Further, the Department of Environment plans to integrate aspects of Phase 11 protection with the mandates of other Provincial departments. It also encourages the adoption of best management practices (BMPs) for farmers and forestry operators. Setback zones, while crucial, have only limited capacity to protect the adjacent water courses from contamination. Land or water use activities can damage a water course by chemical contamination or physical damage. Once damaged, a contaminated watershed could mean undrinkable water for thousands of people_ z Ibid, page 1. Brief Watershed Protection Program ._. page 6 Phase H of the Program proposes to manage or control 8 categories of land and water use activities considered to pose the greatest threat to water quality in watersheds_ These are: • Agriculture, • Forestry; • Road Construction; f Commercial and Industrial Activities; • Mining; • Aquaculture; + Recreation; and • Residential Development, Uch Umond Watershed Designation With the proclamation of the Clean Environment Act on December 1, 1976, the long established measures in place to protect watersheds were made void. In 1986, the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 82 -126) was amended to allow any waters in the Province which are or will be used as a source of public water supply, including any area surrounding a source, to be designated as a protected area. By the late 1980s, the Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment was apparently preparing watershed designation documents for public water supplies in the New Brunswick with the goal of designating them as protected areas under the Regulation. In 1989, a study of the Loch Lomond Watershed was undertaken by Jacques, Whitford & Associates Ltd., on behalf of the City of Saint John and the Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment, to provide the information, analysis and documents necessary to allow designation of the Loch Lomond watershed as a protected area. The study made specific recommendations for the control of land use within the watershed area and more specific requirements for activities within setback areas of 150 metres inside the city limit and 100 metres outside the city. The designation proposed was intended to provide the regulatory framework for the continued protection of this important water supply.' 3 Loch Lomond Watershed Desi Wahm Stu Pi a Re rt Jacques, Whitford & Associates Limited, Consulting Engineers and Scientists, June 1989_ Brief Watershed Protection Program __, page 7 On August 1.4, 1989, Common Council of the City of Saint John resolved, upon the recommendation of the City Manager, that: 1- Common Council endorse the Loch Lomond Watershed Designation Study prepared by Jacques, Whitford & Associates Limited; 2. Common Council adopt the recommendations contained in the submitted Executive Summary; 3. Common Council adopt the Loch Lomond Designation Document which provides the guidelines and standards for the protection of the quality of water, as presented by the consultant; and 4. Common Council request the Minister of Environment to designate the Loch Lomond Watershed as a protected area under section 20 of the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 82 -126). The Executive Summary and Designation Document of the Loch Lomond Watershed Designation Study are attached hereto_ Staff of the Department of the Environment participated, along with City staff, in working with the consultant. Receipt of the documentation was acknowledged by the Minister and it was indicated that Provincial staff would "he preparing the necessary documents for designating the drinking water supply watershed very shortly ". It was further indicated that the Department of the Environment was "very interested in designating various water supply watersheds within the Province a s protected areas and the Loch Lomond watershed is on the priority list for such designation "_ This designation, however, has yet to occur. Brief Watershed Protection Program. page 8 Watershed Designation East and West Musquash and Spree Lake watersheds In response to increased land use pressures in the vicinity of watersheds supplying drinking water to municipalities, the New Brunswick Department of the Environment identified 31 watershed areas throughout the province. Provision for regulations to govern land use within these areas is now under the authority of the Clean Water Act, which was assented to on May 19, 1989. Each watershed is unique in its location and character. Consequently, the original intention was to develop a watershed designation regulation for each location.' In November 1990, the Department of the Environment drafted a regulation which designated a 75 metre protected area around 31 watersheds_ The significantly largest part of watersheds, however, remained outside the protected "set back" area. In 1993, a second study was undertaken, this one by Fundy Engineering & Consulting Ltd. regarding our western watersheds. As with the eastern watershed, this City took a clear, well researched position on the East and West Musquash and Spruce Lake Watersheds. On September 7, 1993, Common Council of the City of Saint John resolved, upon the recommendation of the City Manager, that: 1. Common Council endorse Fundy Engineering & Consulting's report on the Watershed Designation Study for the East and West Musquash and Spruce Lake Watersheds; 2. Common Council adopt the Designation Document which provides the guidelines and standards for the protection of the quality of water as presented by the consultant; and 3. Common Council request that the Ministry of the Environment to designate the Spruce Lake/Musquash watersheds as protected areas under Section 14 of the Clean Water Act of the Province of New Brunswick. Watershed Designation Study for the East and West Musquash and Spruce Lake Watersheds, Fundy Engineering & Consulting Ltd, February 1993. Brief Watershed Protection Program ... page 9 The Minister of the Environment was duly informed of Council's resolution. Further, as with the earlier Loch Lomond study, staff of the Department had participated in the study process. It was understood that the Province was generally satisfied with the intent of the report and the recommendations contained therein. The documentation for the designation and protection of the East and West Musquash and Spruce Lake watersheds is attached hereto. This designation, also, has yet to occur. Comments on Discussion Paper The protection of our watersheds has long been a fundamental pursuit of the City of Saint John. We continue to believe that strong protective measures are essential to ensuring water quality and to provide for the public health of our community. Protection of the watersheds is a fundamental aspect of this goal. To that end, in accordance with established legislation and in conjunction with the New Brunswick Department of the Environment, comprehensive evaluations were carried out on both our eastern and western systems - 1989 and 1993 respectively - and required standards identified for the protection of those watersheds. The standards identified should form the basis for protection of Saint John's eastern and western water supplies. They far exceed, in terms of real substance, the proposals outlined in the discussion paper. We continue to believe that each watershed is unique in its location and character, and as such, require designation in accordance with the particular needs and conditions of each. The attached documentation, as referred to above, identify the standards required to ensure protection of the drinking water supplies for the City of Saint John and have been submitted to the Province as part of the designation process. The Loch Lomond watershed designation study final report, executive summary and designation document is 142 pages plus appendices, and contains a very thorough analysis of needs and a very detailed set of recommendations. The watershed designation study for the east and west Musquash and Spruce Lake watersheds is 80 pages and also provides excellent guidance. The Discussion Paper for the Watershed Protection Program (Phase II), however, is very limited and lacks the level of detail pertinent to the protection the watersheds - so vital to the people of Saint John. Brief. Watershed Protection Program- page 10 The Province has clearly recognized that drinking water supply watersheds are highly vulnerable to potential contamination and that it is far more economical to prevent watershed contamination in the first place than to try and regain water quality once it is lost. Throughout the discussion paper many of dangers and sources of contamination are well- defined. However, the steps recommended to ensure watershed protection are, unfortunately, heavily dependent on encouraging others (best management practices) and relying on the cooperation of other departments - none of whom have, as their primary goal, the protection of drinking water supplies. In places where a standard is proposed, it is often applied only to land parcels over a given size, or is subject to an exemption process. Even in the case of such a clear threat to drinking water quality as motorized water craft the standards that are proposed apply to watersheds with the exceptions of Loch Lomond watershed (outside the city of Saint John limits) and the Musquash watershed. We find that proposed standard for water based recreational activities particularly disturbing: No motorized boating or public swimming is permitted on watercourses within water supply watersheds with the exception of: • the Loch Lomond watershed, outside the City of Saint John City limits; the Chamcook Lake watershed at a distance greater than 500 meters north of Odell Island; the Musquash watershed; ■ Moores Mills lake located in the Dennis Stream watershed. Of some 30 or more watersheds, only 4 would have motorized boating and public swimming permitted, two of which affect the City of Saint John, its citizens and industries. We find this unacceptable. Brief.• Matershed Protection Program ... page 11 Conclusions The watershed protection program, as defined in the discussion paper, does not adequately safeguard drinking water supplies and fails to define enforcement measures necessary for the maintenance of proposed standards_ In trying to make the Watershed Protection Program generic and by having a heavy reliance on existing legislation the measures would appear to fall far short of their goal of safeguarding water supplies today and for future generations. The City of Saint John strongly recommends that the Watershed Protection Program adopts regulations, as identified in the Saint John watershed studies, to be applied in those watersheds, and that similar studies be carried out for each of the other watersheds in the province, and that the findings of such studies become the basis for regulations in each of the respective watersheds. f' i iJa "A4 i a 1' y- New M&W Brun swi k Department of the Environment 4 • F� S M �y � t ' F 4 i j F i P11 0 November 16, 1998 In New Brunswick we are fortunate to have plentiful, clean water. We also have, among our many and varied water resources, examples of rivers, streams and lakes that are special to the province, because they provide drinking water for 30 municipalities in New Brunswick. These waters are essential to the wellbeing of almost half of the Province's population, and as a result, special care must be taken to ensure that these municipal water supplies continue to provide a clean source of water for the future. It is my pleasure to present to you with an opportunity to comment an the suggested provisions contained in the second phase of the Watershed Protection Program. This phase of the program proposes a framework for managing all municipal surface water supplies. I hope that together we will be able to use the Watershed Protection Program to safeguard our water supplies for future generations of New Brunswickers. Sincerely, �y I I Gene J. Devereux Minister of the Environment f ! i�r + { ,f I � �. L V •.i�W'. ►ail f%uT ......................................... Why This Discussion Paper ? .............................. v A Brief Look at the Program .............................. v PhaseI .............................. ............................... v We Need Your Help ........... ............................... vi How You Can Participate ..................... SACKO-OUfflD ON TFE WATERSHED PrROTEC -NON PROOP -400 ............................. Why We Need the Program ............................... 1 The Clean Water Act ...... ............................... 1 How Will Phase II Work? ... ............................... 2 WATERSHEDS AND COIITARlN. 7707 .............. 3 What is a Watershed? .......... ............................... 3 A Natural Protection ....... ............................... 3 How Can Watercourses Become Contaminated? .................... ............................... 3 Chemical Contamination .............................. 3 Physical Damage .............. ............................... 4 LAND- A�N �D WA70 -USE AcnwT= A, DETAILED Loo .... ............................... 5 Agriculture.......................... ............................... 5 Potential Damage to Watercourses ................ 5 Proposed Standards .......... ............................... 6 Forestry................................ ............................... 7 Potential Damage to Watercourses ................ 7 Proposed Standards .......... ............................... 7 Road Construction .............. ............................... 8 Potential Damage to Watercourses ................ 8 Proposed Standards .......... ............................... 8 Commercial and Industrial Activities ............... 9 Potential Damage to Watercourses ................ 9 ProposedStandards .......... ............................... 9 Mining. ............................... ........... ........ 9 Potential Damage to Watercourses ................ 9 Proposed Standards ........ ............................... 10 Aquaculture...................................... I............... 10 Potential Damage to Watercourses .............. 10 Proposed Standards ........ ............................... 10 Recreation......................... ............................... 10 Potential Damage to Watercourses .............. 10 Proposed Standards ........ ............................... 11 Residential Development: A Special Note..... 11 WNW fro WE Go FROp HERE9 .............12 StepOne ............................ ............................... 12 StepTwo ............................ ............................... 12 StepThree ......................... ............................... 12 GLOS SARV ............................................ I * T More than 300,000 New Brunswickers obtain their drinking water from drinking water supply watersheds. A watershed is an area of land that drains surface water from a system of streams, rivers or lakes. New Brunswick's drinking water supply watersheds cover only 4% of the province's total land area. However, they occur in populated areas and are highly vulnerable to potential contamination from land- and water -use activities. One contaminated watershed could mean undrinkable water for thousands of people, and ruined habitat for countless forms of aquatic life. It is far more economical - and better for the environment - to prevent watershed contamination in the first place than to try and regain water quality once it is lost. The New Brunswick Department of the Environment has therefore introduced a two -phase watershed protection strategy known as the Watershed Protection Program. Phase I of the program began in 1990 and is being implemented on an ongoing basis. This Discussion Paper introduces you to Phase II. A number of land and water use requirements have been proposed in this document as part of the Phase II program. The province is looking for your comments with regard to the acceptability and effectiveness of the suggested provisions contained in this document. You are encouraged to respond with comments and questions. A SRxF LOOK AT 7WE PMMR4M J-Phase Phase I of the Watershed Protection Program began in 1990 when the New Brunswick government created the Watercourse Setback Designation Order. This regulation designated a protected area called a setback zone around every lake, river and stream (or watercourse) within each municipal watershed. A setback zone is the area of land located within 75 m of the banks of a watercourse (see sketch) within a drinking water supply watershed. Among other features, Phase I placed standards on land -use activities which could occur within setback zones. The restrictions were to protect setback zones from practices that might contaminate nearby lakes and rivers. As a follow -up to Phase I, the Department of the Environment now proposes to implement Phase II of the Watershed Protection Program. r =. It involves developing standards for land- and water -use activities (1) within the land areas located outside setback zones, but inside watershed boundaries, and (2) within the watercourses themselves. Phase II will further reduce the quantity of contaminants entering the setback zone and the water, thereby allowing for a more comprehensive protection of the entire watershed area. This Discussion Paper is divided into four sections. ,, Backb ound on the Watershed Protection Program Provides further information on Phase I of the Watershed Protection Program, how it relates to Phase II and how the proposed Phase II will be implemented. E Watersheds and Contamination Explains how watersheds can become contaminated. Land- and Water -Use Activities: A Detailed Took Describes proposed standards for land- and water -use activities that pose the greatest risk to water quality in designated watersheds. Glossary Defines words and technical terms that may be unfamiliar. These words are shown in boldface in the text. WE NEw YouR HELL This Discussion Paper is presented as a workbook with space in the margins for you to note your comments, questions and ideas. You are invited to mail us a summary of your comments. Your input will be considered before we prepare the final version of Phase II of the Watershed Protection Program. We also plan to hold a series of open house meetings across New Brunswick to explain the Watershed Protection Program and what it may mean to your community. Open houses will take place during the months of November and December 1998. Meeting dates, times and locations will be announced in your local newspaper. We invite you to attend these sessions when they reach your area. Hoy' YOU CAN PAFMCIPAT1: You can participate in Phase II of the Watershed Protection Program in two ways. • You can read this workbook, make comments in the spaces provided, and send us your comments on or before January 30, 1999. • You can attend Department of the . Environment open houses on watershed protection in your area and meet staff members who will be glad to take your comments or answer questions. For further information about the program, to obtain copies of documents mentioned in this paper, or to submit your comments and ideas, please write or call: Environmental Planning Section Environmental Quality Branch The New Brunswick Department of the Environment PO Box 6000 Fredericton, New Brunswick E313 5H1 Telephone: (506) 457 -4846 Facsimile: (506) 457.7823 e -mail: watershed.protection ®gov.nb.ca B A C K G R 0 U N D ON THE WATERS H E D Water is one of New Brunswick's most important resources. We drink and bathe in it. We use it for commercial, industrial and agricultural purposes, and relax beside it during our leisure time. New Brunswick's plants and animals also need water for their survival, relying on it as habitat and refuge. New Brunswickers obtain their water supplies from groundwater, or from watersheds that encompass the drainage area of bodies of surface water such as lakes and rivers. Watersheds are the focus of this Discussion Paper, and of Phase II of the Watershed Protection Program. WKY WE NEED ME AWORM Several New Brunswick municipalities have already experienced watershed contamination. The watershed in one small community recently became so polluted that the entire area must now rely on groundwater instead. The estimated cost of replacing the water supply was $1 million. The Department of the Environment developed its Watershed Protection Program to help New Brunswick municipalities prevent water problems before they arise. The program's preventative strategy is based on the fact that it costs far more to clean up a contaminated watershed than to protect it in the first place. THE CLEAN WA EiR cT The Watershed Protection Program evolved directly from the 1989 Clean Water Act. The Act provides the regulatory framework for managing and protecting our water resources. It aims to: • safeguard our drinking water supplies • manage our water resources for quality and quantity • integrate land- and water -use planning • use a preventative approach to water quality management • provide enforcement • be compatible with other legislation. Specifically, Section 14 of the Clean Mater Act allows the Minister of the Environment to designate as a Protected Area all or any portion of a watershed that provides water for a public water supply system. Some activities, chemicals or substances are permitted within Protected Areas. Others are restricted, or allowed only under certain conditions. Designation helps to ensure that watersheds are safeguarded from land- and water -use activities that may contaminate water in the area. r- NOW WILL PHASE 11 OR It is proposed that Phase II will redefine the Protected Area to include aU land within the watershed boundary (not just the setback zones), as well as the watercourses themselves. (See sketch on Page v.) The amendment will describe which restrictions would apply to land -and water -use activities within the greater watershed area. Standards or restrictions that presently exist for the 75 metre setback zones will remain in place. The Department of the Environment will integrate aspects of Phase II with the mandates of other government departments. These may include the Department of Health and Community Services, the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, the Department of Natural Resources and Energy, and the Department of Municipalities and Housing. The integrated approach will facilitate the efficient and effective protection of designated watersheds. Y-F t• The Department of the Environment strongly encourages New Brunswick farmers and forestry operators to adopt Best Management Practices (or BMPs). These are practical techniques that increase efficiency and lower operating costs. At the same time, they help to prevent water contamination from resource industries such as Agriculture and Forestry. BMPs are voluntary and have been adopted in many areas of Canada. The proposed standards for agriculture and forestry outlined in this document, are compatable with BMPs already accepted by industry. At the same time, the Department encourages the general public to better understand the potential consequences of their actions in using these waters of the province for recreational and leisure activities. Homeowners within the watersheds may face additional requirements under this portion of the program, but will also be invited to improve their stewardship of the area in which they live. Foam r Potential Damage to Watercourses Forestry operations involve a range of activities including the storage and use of pesticides, fuel and lubricants. Other aspects of forestry require the use of heavy machinery such as skidders and harvesters and the construction of roads, forest extraction and logging yards. Chemicals, heavy equipment and roadways are an integral part of most forestry operations. These operations have the potential to affect nearby watercourses with chemical contamination and physical damage. Chemical contamination. Chemical contamination may result when Petroleum products such as certain pesticides, diesel fuel and lubricants are used or stored improperly. They may drain into a watercourse directly or leach into groundwater and contaminate the watercourse indirectly. Physical damage Physical damage from forestry operations results primarily from soil erosion and compaction. Erosion may occur when trees are harvested from steep slopes, exposing the bare soil to the damaging effects of washouts. It can take place when logging roads are built across streams without the use of appropriate crossing sites and construction methods. Clearcut areas that are not buffered by unharvested zones to absorb flash runoff can experience erosion of soil and nutrients into nearby watercourses. As well, skidders and other harvesting equipment can cause excessive rutting and soil compaction. I roposed Stanaards In addition to strongly supporting the use of BMPs, Phase II of the Watershed Protection Program proposes to introduce the following standards to minimize watercourse contamination from erosion and compaction. CJYMp One The first group of proposed standards deals with clearcut size and the maintenance of unharvested land zones between clearcuts. 1. Clearcuts shall have a maximum size of 25 ha. Exemptions will be considered for larger clearcuts where tree regeneration is over 2 in high. 2. Adjacent clearcuts shall be delayed by at least 10 years, or until the regenerating forest, in the first clear cut, has reached an average height of 2 m. 3. Clearcuts shall be separated by an unharvest. ed buffer strip of at least 100 in wide, except for clearcuts located adjacent to property lines. In such cases, the unharvested buffer strip is to be at least 50 in wide. Harvesting of these buffer strips will be delayed for at least 10 years, or until regeneration reaches an average height of 2 m. 4. Properties larger than 10 ha and located within a watershed will not have more than 25% of that property clearcut at any one time. Clearcut land tends to experience runoff and erosion of nutrient -rich sediment, especially in times of high precipitation. Unharvested land absorbs nutrient -rich water that is flushed from clearcut areas, enabling nutrients to recycle back into the soil and nourish the next generation of trees. The unharvested zone thus prevents nutrients from entering nearby watercourses where they could contribute to algae growth and oxygen depletion. Group Two The second group of proposed standards concerns the use of forest machinery. 1. Bulldozing operations cannot expose mineral soil in more than 5% of any given cutting block within a watershed. The 5% includes all roads and landing areas. 2. Logging yards and landing areas shall not create runoff that could reach nearby watercourses. 3. Scarification of the forest floor shall not cause sediments to run off into nearby watercourses. 4. The construction or use of any ford to cross a watercourse is prohibited. 1),a C Q Potential Damage to Watercourses Road construction and maintenance (i.e. structural repairs and ditching) accounts for a significant percentage of all land -use activities within designated watersheds. It can involve shifting large amounts of earth, removing vegeta- tion and exposing bare soil. These and related practices lead to soil erosion and the flushing of sediment -rich water into watercourses causing siltation, algae overgrowth and other forms of water quality deterioration. Proposed Standards The proposed standards include some of those listed in the Watercourse Setback Designation Order. The applicable standards are described below. 1. Off-take ditches shall be constructed to prevent direct discharge of sediment into a watercourse. r 2. Off -take ditches or water diversion bars shall be constructed along the road ditch at a maximum spacing determined by dividing 500 m by the road grade in per cent. For example, a road with a grade of 10% would need diversion bars or ditches every 50 m. However, certain soil structures may warrent additional control structures. 3. For every hectare of exposed construction area, sediment basins or traps, with a minimum storage volume of 190 cubic metres, shall be constructed to intercept overland flow. 4. Sediment traps shall be maintained in ditches until grading and stabilization of the entire construction site is complete. 5. The roadbed of all roads, except farm and logging roads, shall be surfaced with clean, well- draining, coarse granular material, asphalt or chip seal. 6. The construction or use of any ford to cross a watercourse is prohibited. The following additional standards apply to the construction of forestry and farm roads. 1. Farm and woodlot roads shall be constructed to prevent sedimentation of watercourses. 2. Farm and woodlot roads are permitted where the slope is less than 15% (15% is the limit on which a loaded truck can safely operate). 3. If scouring occurs, the area shall be restored and stabilized immediately. 4. Rutting of roads or trails shall not result in sediment moving to nearby watercourses with runoff. CMMERCUL AND INDomw Acums Potential Damage to W, atercourses Commercial and industrial operations can pose several risks to watershed water quality. Pollutants that are discharged by New Brunswick operations into the air or water are already controlled by existing regulations under the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and the Clean Environment Act. The Watershed Protection Program aims to protect watersheds from contaminants that occur as a result of surface leaks or spills of chemicals or other harmful substances that might enter groundwater and migrate into watercourses. Proposed. Standards Some commercial and industrial operations are considered to be high -risk activities in terms of their potential to contaminate watercourses. These include (but are not restricted to) asphalt plants, sewage disposal sites, cleaning plants and autobody shops. Phase II of the Watershed Protection Program proposes to prohibit high -risk commercial or industrial operations from being situated in designated watersheds. Lower -risk operations will be considered through the exemption process on a case by case basis. The Watershed Protection Program currently includes an exemption process to handle specific situations on a case by case basis. It is proposed that a similar process be utilized in Phase II. Exemptions may be applied for by filling out the Application for an Exemption to the Watercourse Setback Designation Order. These forms are available from the Environmental Planning Section of the Department of the Environment (see address on page vi of this booklet). Petroleum storage tanks in designated watersheds must also meet the standards of the Petroleum Product Storage and Handling Regulation, which states that new petroleum storage tanks are to be above ground, double - walled and have secondary containment facilities. MINrNG Potential Damage to Watercourses The impact of mining upon water quality is dependant on many factors including location and substances being extracted. Operations are generally divided between querrying and base metal mining. Quarries The quarrying of sand and gravel, or other aggregate materials such as limestone can cause some watercourse sedimentation. Quarrying equipment could also leak petroleum products while being used. The above - ground nature of quarries makes it relatively easy to avoid watercourse contamination through the use of proper operating procedures. Base Metal Mines Many base metal minerals such as lead ore or copper ore contain sulphur. When sulphur - bearing minerals are exposed to oxygen and moisture, they form an acidic solution that can leach metals from rock and contaminate watercourses and groundwater. The Phenomenon is called acid mine drainage. I�1 Proposed Standards Mining is essential to provide the raw materials that go into making most of the items we use in our daily lives. Nonetheless, the very nature of base metal mining poses a potential threat to water quality within designated watersheds. The following standards are therefore proposed. 1. All base metal mining proposals within designated watersheds will be subject to an appropriate level of Environmental Assessment through the Acts and Regulations implemented by the Department of the Environment. 2. All effluents from base metal mining operations will be discharged outside the watershed 3. The extraction and crushing of sand, gravel and other aggregate materials will be permitted. Secondary processing such as washing and grading, however, will not be allowed within the watershed. A= -xmnw Potential Damage to Watercourses Aquaculture is emerging as an industry of increasing economic importance in New Brunswick. Aquaculture involves hatching and raising large numbers of fish in concentrated areas, and streams are frequently used as rearing areas or water sources. Aquaculture thus poses several potential risks to water quality within watersheds. Aquaculture ponds with large fish populations often contain excess feed and fecal material. This can lead to nutrient enrichment of pond water. When nutrient -rich effluent from the ponds flows into adjacent streams or rivers, algae overgrowths can result with the accompanying degradation of water quality. The antibiotics and other chemicals used to control fish disease can also pose a threat to water quality. Proposed Standards The following standards are proposed for aquaculture. I. Aquacultural operations must not release any effluent in designated watersheds. 2. Aquaculture ponds cannot be constructed so that they lie within existing watercourses. ROW- Potential Damage to Watercourses Many of New Brunswick's designated watersheds are located in regions of natural beauty. They attract water -based recreational activities such as fishing, swimming, sailing, jet - skiing and water - skiing. Motorized water craft such as jet -skis and motor boats pose the greatest threat to water quality in watersheds. The boats have varying impacts depending on the hull shape and engine type- The older two -cycle engines can discharge some of their fuel into the water. Although the newer two -cycle engines display greater efficiency, four -cycle engines are more environmentally acceptable. Water turbulence caused by motor boat engines in shallow water often disturbs the lake floor and forces the re- suspension of bottom nutrients. The wake created by some boats has a similar impact in shallow water. Both effects increase the potential for algal overgrowth and the associated water quality problems. Large numbers of swimmers in a small area also can lead to potential water problems by creating bacterial contamination of the water. The Watershed Protection Program currently includes an exemption process to handle specific situations on a case by case basis. It is proposed that a similar process be utilized in Phase II. You may apply for an exemption by filling out the Application for an Exemption to the Watercourse Setback Designation Order. These forms are available from the Environmental Planning Section of the Department of the Environment. Proposed Standards The following standards are proposed for water based receational activities: 1. No motorized boating or public swimming is permitted on watercourses within drinking water supply watersheds with the exception of: • the Loch Lomond watershed, outside the City of Saint John City limits; • the Chamcook Lake watershed at a distance greater than 500 meters north of Odell Island; • the Musquash watershed; • Moores Mills lake located in the Dennis Stream watershed. 2. The operation of boats with two stroke engines is prohibited on all watercourses within drinking water supply watersheds. Existing waterfront property owners may be granted an exemption to continue the use of two stroke outboard engines for up to 15 years. 3. Boats equipped with inboard toilet facilities are prohibited on all watercourses within drinking water supply watersheds. 4. All fuel tanks in boats shall be firmly attached to the vessel and sealed so as to prevent Ieakage in the case of an upset; 5. Fuel tank capacity for tanks not built into the vessel shall be limited to 25 litres. 6. Engine size shall be under 10 HP, with a 15 year phase -in period which will be implemented through the exemption process. pEcui Nom Residential development can potentially lead to several types of watercourse contamination. Under Phase I residential development is carefully controlled within 75 meters of designated watercources. In Phase II most aspects of residential subdivisions - septic systems and pesticide application, for example - will be handled through such existing legislation as the Health Act and the Pesticides Control Act. Matters such as lot size and building permits are the responsibility of the District Planning Commissions, which were recently established under the Community Planning Act. These existing regulations satisfy the Phase II mandate on watershed protection, and the Watershed Protection Program does not propose additional standards for residential development. TY �* + J-;t Do /it .L L . The proposed order of events to bring the Watershed Protection Program into action is as follows. SrEP ONE We will hold a series of open houses around the province to explain Phase II of the Watershed Protection Program and what it may mean to your community. Open houses will take place during the months of November and December 1998. Meeting dates, time and locations will be announced in your local newspaper. t` ?Ep 'Two We will prepare the final version of Phase II of the Watershed Protection Program, considering input from members of the public such as yourself. It is intended that Phase 11 will be enacted as an amendment to the existing Watercourse Setback Designation Order. rEp TH1 The final step is to implement the amended Order, taking into account those exemptions which have been applied for and granted by the Department of the Environment. 0 Aquatic life Plant and animal species that live all or part of their lives in the aquatic environment, such as fish, amphibians and aquatic invertebrates. M VIPs (Best i i anagement Practices) A method, measure or practice that, when installed or used, is consistent with an efficient, practical, technically and environmentally sound activity. A BMP designed specifically with respect to water quality will prevent, reduce or correct water pollution. Drinking Water Supply Watershed A watershed that is used to provide public drinking water for one or more municipalities. New Brunswick has 30 municipal watersheds. Point Source Contaminant or Discharge Pollution discharged directly into the environment, usually (but not always) through a discharge pipe. Includes industrial and commercial process effluent, and collected human wastes. Protected Area A Protected Area is an area of land in which standards or restrictions are placed on land- and water -use activities that occur within that area. The existing Protected Area, as designated by the Watercourse Setback Designation Order, comprises the 75 -m setback zone around watercourses (see sketch on Page iii). Phase II of the Watershed Protection Program proposes to redefine Protected Area so that it includes the entire watershed area. 1 ## d Setback zone That area of land located within 75 in of the banks of all watercourses within a watershed, and designated as a Protected Area under the Watercourse Setback Designation Order. Strict standards exist on land- and water -use activities within setback zones. Watercourse A stream, land, river or other body of water. The Clean Water Act defines a watercourse as the full width, length, including the bed, banks, sides and shoreline, or any part, of a river, creek, spring, stream, brook, lake, pond, reservoir, canal, ditch or other natural or artificial channel open to the atmosphere, the primary function of which is to convey or contain water whether or not the flow be continuous. Watercourse Setback Designation Order An order under the Clean Water Act that lists permitted activities within a 75 -m setback, or Protected Area, that can occur along the watercourses of municipal watersheds. Watershed An area of land that drains surface water from a connected system of watercourses and that ultimately drains into one particular river, creek, stream or other flowing body of water. LOCH LOMOND WATERSHED DESIGNATION STUDY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND DESIGNATION DOCUMENT C Ca..'J E �'1I F .& ASSO UA T ES $- ..IMffE ; ON REP: 0069E LOCH LOMOND WATERSHED DESIGNATION STUDY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND DESIGNATION DOCUMENT JACQUES, WHITFORD & ASSOCIATES LIMITED CONSULTING ENGINEERS AND SCIENTISTS LOCH LOMOND WATERSHED DESIGNATION STUDY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND DESIGNATION DOCUMENT Prepared by: JACQUES, WHITFORD & ASSOCIATES LTD. June 1989 LOCH LOMOND WATERSHED STUDY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1.0 INTRODUCTION The objective of this study is to provide the City of Saint John and the Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment with the information, analysis and documents necessary to allow designation of the Loch Lomond watershed as a protected area under the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 82- 126). The watershed designation document will provide the regulatory framework for the continued protection of this important water supply. This study evaluates existing and future land use, and optimizes the environmental, economic and social benefits of a protected water supply in light of other resource based activities within the watershed. The study objectives as outlined in the Terms of Reference for this study are to: provide a detailed description of the watershed including existing and potential land use activities and evaluation of their existing impact on the quality of the water supply; determine and present on a map, appropriate watercourse setbacks for various land uses within the watershed; ° identify land use activities (allowed and not allowed) within the watercourse set -backs and within the entire watershed as well as identify those land use activities requiring approval from the Minister; ° identify and analyze the impacts of the designation process on the users of the watershed including residents, government agencies, industries, etc.; identify, locate on a map, and present a table listing all non - conforming uses within the watershed including the name of the landowner, telephone number and address; for_ each of these non-conforming uses, present a detailed analysis of the expected impact and recommend the necessary action for the protection of water quality; identify the cost of acquisition should it be recommended; and 2 present an analysis of the storm water run -off within the watershed and make recommendations for mitigating its impact on water quality. The Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 82 -126) provides an excellent regulatory framework for the designation of a source of water supply as a protected area and for the regulation and control of land use which is not compatible with the long term preservation of water quality for public use. The procedures for the control and prohibition of activities are provided for, the approval process for regulated and non - complying land uses is specified, and the procedures for reporting and resolving violations are outlined. The basic goal of this study within this regulatory framework is to develop appropriate set of regulatory guidelines for the management of land use and activities in the Loch Lomond watershed. 2.0 WATERSHED DESCRIPTION The Loch Lomond watershed includes parts of the City of Saint John, and the Local Service Districts of Simonds Parish, Rothesay Parish, Hampton Parish, Upham Parish, and St. Martin's Parish. The watershed, which serves as the water supply for approximately half of the City's population of 76,380 (Statistics Canada, 1987), is located northeast of the City and extends approximately 15 km from the Saint John Airport to the community of Primrose. The watershed covers an area of 107.7 lone, of which 88,5 % is land and 11.5 % is water. The watershed contains a number of lakes including Loch Lomond, Second Lake, Third Lake, Otter Lake, Terreo Lake, Hunter Lake, Little Ben Lomond Lake, Porcupine Lake, McBrien Lake and Robertson Lake. The smaller Latimer Lake watershed is not a natural part of the Loch Lomond watershed, although it is considered to be part of the study area. Water is piped beyond the natural Loch Lomond watershed boundary from Robertson lake to Latimer Lake where the intake for the City water supply is located. The total drainage area of the Latimer Lake watershed is 2.85 km�. Latimer Lake itself accounts for 28.4 % of this watershed area. The most recent water quality data available indicates that water quality is presently quite good. Bacteriological water quality in 1987 was considerably better than that recorded in 1981. Although based on 1987 data the water supply requires disinfection, the quality is good and well below that which under the Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines (Canadian Council of Resource and Environment Ministers, 1987) which would require partial treatment, i.e., coagulation - flocculation, sedimentation and filtration, or equivalent advanced forms of treatment. Combined with the physical and chemical parameters for which data were available, it would appear that the overall quality of the water in the watershed is currently very 3 good. However, bacteriological data from 1981 suggests that water quality at that time was problematic and at a level that would require partial treatment. There may be a number of possible factors which may account for the apparent improvements in water quality in 1987. Perhaps most important is the fact that Loch Lomond was raised by approximately 1 metre in the early 1960's, flooding the shoreline area, including some camps with septic tanks and privies. Typically, there are increased nutrient levels and an accompanying trophic surge in reservoirs for several years after flooding. This is followed by a gradual decline to a level similar to or often lower than that which occurred naturally prior to flooding. This decline can take from a few years to several decades depending on the reservoir characteristics. As well, the development of the Musquash water supply in the early 1970's has evened out the drawdown of Loch Lomond, thus improving the overall water quality, particularly bacterial water quality. Greater awareness of pollution in recent years and more stringent regulations for on -site sewage disposal systems has probably reduced the quantity of pollutants entering the water supply. There may be a significant correlation between changes in land use and water quality. For example, the abandonment of farms described by Aalund and Wicklund (1949) in this century and the City's active policy of land acquisition within the watershed may be an important factor in the apparent improvement in bacteriological water quality. Levels of nitrate- nitrite were in the past possibly above background levels and indicate that sources of nitrogen pollution such as agriculture, forestry and residential development could be contributing to some minor water quality deterioration. 3.0 LAND USE AND HUMAN ACTIVITY The land use and property ownership have been analyzed and compiled by means of a computerized database. Existing land use has been divided into eleven categories: ° forest and open space; ° roads; ° residential; auto salvage; 13 borrow pits; 4 cemeteries; ° churches; ., industrial; ° recreational; Cl agriculture; and ° gas station. The total area of the Loch Lomond watershed is 107.7 km2 of which 12.4 km2 (11.5 %) is comprised of lakes, the largest being Loch Lomond. The largest land use is forest and open space. Of the 93.5 krn2 of land area in the Loch Lomond watershed, 90.04 km' or 94.5% is forest or open space. The next largest land use is residential at 2.54 km2 (2.7 %). The total area of the Latimer Lake watershed is 2.85 km2 of which Latimer Lake occupies 0.81 km3 (28.4 11). A total of 0.08 km2 (2.8 %) of the area is devoted to residential land use; the remaining 1.96 km2 (69.8 %) is forest and open space. 4.0 EXISTING AND POTENTIAL SOURCES OF POLLUTION Forestry operations have not only taken place in the past but are currently taking place on a commercial scale in several areas in the watershed. Current forestry operations are located primarily in the northwest portion of the watershed. There is also some localized harvesting of timber resources for other purposes such as residential development or for use as domestic firewood (usually by the property owner). There are currently 400 residential properties in the watershed. The total land area classified as residential for both the Loch Lomond and Latimer Lake watersheds is 2.62 km2. Thus, the average residential lot size is 0.66 ha. Many of the residential properties have seasonal residences or cottages, especially around Hunter Lake and Terreo Lake. The density of this localized development is relatively high. Often, sanitary wastes are piped directly into the body of water on which the cottage is located, or outhouses are used where wastes may leach into the adjacent lake with no effective treatment. The remaining residential property is best described as ribbon development along roads. There are no major residential subdivisions in the watershed at present. Many of the residential properties lie within 500 m of 5 either a lake or stream and a large proportion of these are much closer. There is currently little commercial agricultural activity within the watershed and therefore this land use is not a present concern. Much of the land use which could be classified as agricultural is actually used for the pasturing of horses for recreational purposes. There are a number of small horse stable operations in the watershed. Most recreational activities do not pose a great concern to watershed protection. The main recreational activities taking place in the watershed are water based, primarily boating. Power boating may be a concern if the concentration of boaters on a waterbody is high. The release of hydrocarbons and the impact of associated recreational human occupation of the lakes in the watershed would be directly proportional to the level of use. The concerns would be for the introduction of hydrocarbons, and bacterial or virological pathogens. Activities such as snowmobiling and the use of all terrain vehicles could result in similar impacts. There are a number of major roadways throughout the watershed, but there are no railway lines. The main highway is Route 820 which runs along the southeast side of Loch Lomond from the Saint John Airport to Primrose, and eventually to Upham and connecting with Highway 111 outside the watershed. Route 820 is not a major highway in terms of intercity transportation, but it does serve a relatively large urban population along its length. There is therefore some transportation of dangerous goods such as fuel oil through and into the watershed. While the transport of dangerous goods is regulated in Canada, there are essentially few restrictions on the transport of such dangerous goods in the watershed. Another potential pollutant source on the highways is road salting in winter. Road salting, however has only a minimal, localized effect on water quality. Solid and liquid waste disposal sites pose a great risk to water quality within a watershed area, especially to groundwater. Leachate from a waste site may be very toxic and complex. The risk that leachate could infiltrate into groundwater requires the future prohibition of these contaminant sources even though there is currently no waste disposal sites in the watershed. Electric power transmission and distribution lines do present some risk to water quality. In particular, the methods of vegetation control along major transmission lines usually involve the use of herbicides. The Loch Lomond watershed area has excellent granular aggregate resource potential. There are two borrow pits currently in operation and the aggregate resource potential for the future is largely undeveloped. Aggregate extraction and related activities often cause uncontrolled runoff and sedimentation 11 with the resultant degradation of water quality. The gas station in Baxter's Corner, and the auto salvage yards in Baxter's Comer and on the Quaco Road (Map 7) are commercial land use areas of potential concern within the watershed. The gas station is near Loch Lomond and could seriously harm the water quality within the lake if a leak were to develop. The auto salvage yards could result in contamination due to lubricating oil and gasoline leaks, heavy metals, and ethylene glycol. The Quaco Road auto salvage yard is of considerable concern due to its proximity to Ratcliffe Brook. Similarly, the Baxter's Comer site is in close proximity to two small streams which drain into Second Lake. 5.0 ISSUES AND CONFLICTS The major issues and conflicts which are addressed in this Section are: ° residential development; storage and handling of gasoline and related products; ° transportation of dangerous goods; and ° setbacks. These issues in particular have been the source of some controversy and concern in the watershed for land owners, City Council, and the residents of Saint John who benefit from the use of the water supply. One issue raised at the public meeting was the concern regarding the inclusion of the Taylor Lake area within the watershed. Upon careful consideration of the matter, the Province decided that the necessary changes would be implemented to allow the natural flow of Taylor Lake to again drain via its natural path, outside of the watershed. The City of Saint John is justifiably extremely concerned about the impact of on -site sewage disposal on the long term quality of water in the watershed. Notwithstanding these concerns, water duality in the watershed is currently quite good and thus, it is apparent that the watershed has some capacity to withstand the impact of on -site sewage disposal and the current level of residential development has not exceeded this capacity. 7 In view of the risk posed to water quality by residential development, it is desirable to limit the extent of this land use in future to a level which does not significantly impair the long term use of the watershed as a water supply. There are a number of different ways to approach or rationalize the extent to which residential land use could be regulated including, but not necessarily limited to the following options: ° (Option 1) completely eliminate all residential land use; ° (Option 2) permit existing residential land use, but prohibit all future residential development, alteration or expansion; (Option 3) permit existing residential land use and allow all existing parcels of land to be used for the development of single family residences in compliance with the General Regulation - Health Act; ° (Option 4) as above, but also allow the subdivision of larger parcels; and ° (Option 5) permit existing residential land use and adopt the residential guide lines provided in the Loch Lomond Watershed Planning Area Basic Planning Statement Adoption Regulation - Community Planning Act (Section 3.4). Options 1 and 2 provide excellent protection from potential pollution of the water supply, however the restrictions on development would be too costly and based on opinions expressed at the public meeting, would be unacceptable to the residents of the area. Option 5 is also unacceptable since it allows for an extremely high level of development, which will have an impact on water quality in the future. Option 3 is the preferred option. Option 3 could in the long term result in the construction of one single family residence and one on -site sewage disposal system on each of the watershed's 906 properties. Assuming that the City of Saint John's I43 properties would not be developed in this way, the total number of properties would be reduced to 763. Option 4 would be the same as Option 3 with one exception. To mitigate the impact of the restrictions imposed by Option 3 on large landowners, the subdivision of existing parcels of land would be allowed for properties above a certain size. This would be particularly useful for a landowner who holds a large property with the intention of dividing it for his/her children to build homes of their own. This option would also lessen the financial impact of the restrictions imposed by Option 3 on developers who currently hold property for the purpose of residential development_ If properties of 20 ha are allowed to be subdivided into properties of not less than 10 ha, then the total number of residences which could possibly be developed under Option 4 would be 1,098. The storage and handling of gasoline and related products poses a significant risk to the quality of water in the watershed. The one service station in the watershed is located at Baxter's Comer. The catastrophic or gradual release of hydrocarbon from this site could result in a very serious contamination of the municipal water supply. In view of the risk posed by this land use, it is imperative that this service station be operated in strict compliance with the Petroleum Product Storage and Handling Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 87 -97). The transportation of dangerous goods has emerged as a major issue of concern for the public. When discussed at the public meeting, those attending expressed concern for the risk posed by the transport of dangerous goods in the watershed. Although this concem is well founded, it is one which is particularly difficult to address. The setback guidelines proposed in the Designation Document represent a reasonable level of control. Within the limits of the City of Saint John it is recommended that all area within the watershed boundary be included in the Park zone as defined by the City of Saint John Zoning By -Law (By -Law C.P. 100). It is also recommended that no development be allowed within the 150 metre setback currently defined in the Zoning By -Law. In the case of the Latimer Lake watershed, it is recommended that the setback be variable in width, extending to the boundary of the watershed. Setbacks developed for other purposes and in other jurisdictions are for the most part subjective, and based on the judgement and experience of professionals, rather than on a scientific evaluation. In fact the literature, and a variety of regulations and guidelines in most jurisdictions, are virtually devoid of such scientific evaluation. Consideration of the literature and interviews with goverment specialists and officials, and in view of the current potential increased level of development with in the watershed, a setback of 100 in from all streams, rivers, lakes and other bodies of water is proposed for the portion of the Loch Lomond watershed located outside the limits of the City of Saint John_ 6.0 WATERSHED PROTECTION PROGRAM A Watershed Designation Document has been prepared which addresses the following activities: ° residential; ° agriculture; E ° forestry; recreation; ° transportation; ° solid/Iiquid waste disposal sites; cemeteries; ° electrical power transmission and distribution lines; borrow pits and quarries; ° industrial development; commercial development; ° mining and mineral exploration; water well drilling, and ° hazardous materials. All non - conforming properties have been identified. There are a total of 118 non - conforming properties. The majority of these, 111, are residential properties inside the watercourse setback. The other non- conforming properties are a pallet manufacturer, two auto salvage operations and a gas station. All property owners who do not conform to the regulations contained within the designation document must inform the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Environment of the non- conformance by the procedure described in Section 20 of the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 82 -126). It is recommended that the current non - conforming properties be given an exemption based on the current water quality. No further non -conforming land uses should be allowed. The success of the watershed designation process rests with the ability of the program to control land use through inspection. The onus will be on the Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment to appoint sufficient staff and resources to the maintain the program. 10 7.0 WATERSHED MAINTENANCE PROGRAM There is currently no serious erosion, watercourse maintenance or drainage system problems within the watershed. The City of Saint John should conduct an inspection of the shorelines of all lakes, ponds, and streams within the watershed on an annual or more frequent basis. There should be an assessment of shorelines and banks, erosion and instability, stream blockages, the accumulation of refuse or other deleterious substances, and flooding potential which could result in the degradation of water quality. The maintenance of an adequate drainage system is particularly important for the preservation of water quality. Withip. the City's municipal boundary it is important that the City's maintenance department conduct routine inspection of ditches, culverts and other runoff control structures to ensure their integrity and performance, and to ensure that these do not result in the degradation of water quality within the watershed. Outside the City limits the Department of Transportation is responsible for the maintenance of roadways. It is proposed that the Department of Transportation complete an inspection of the drainage network along roadsides outside the City limits to ensure that their condition conforms to the goals for the preservation of long term water quality. It is recommended that in the course of future water quality monitoring, the City regularly sample, perhaps semi- annually or quarterly, general, water chemistry from locations on Latimer Lake, Robertson Lake, Loch Lomond, Second Lake, Third Lake, Hunter Lake, and Ratcliffe Brook. Should this monitoring indicate degradation of water quality as a result of storm runoff, then appropriate remedial measures should be undertaken. 8.0 ACTION PLAN It has been recommended in this study that major land use or development activities be required to be registered under the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 87 -83). This is currently a requirement of developers regardless of the requirements under this designation plan. However, it is strongly recommended that the Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment adopt a policy requiring registration of any residential development of 10 residences or greater to be considered as "major" under the Regulation. This will put the onus on a developer to determine the extent of predicted environmental impacts of a proposed development, and how the owner intends to mitigate these impacts. In order to continue to assess the impact of development on various waterbodies and to assess long term water quality in the watershed, a monitoring program is strongly recommended. This program 11 would focus on Latimer Lake where the following testing should be performed: ° total and fecal coliform - daily; ° general water chemistry - bi- weekly; ° pesticides and hazardous materials - quarterly; ° hydrocarbons - quarterly. The cost of this monitoring program would be as follows: ° total and fecal coliform - provided free by the Department of Health and Community Services; ° general water chemistry - could be free if the analysis is done by the Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment, otherwise the cost is approximately $120 per sample for a total cost of $5240 per year, pesticides and hazardous materials - approximately $200 quarterly for an annual cost of $800; and ° hydrocarbons - approximately $100 quarterly for annual cost of $400. To evaluate the overall seasonal water quality throughout the watershed, the above parameters should be measured quarterly at several established stations including the exits of Loch Lomond, Second Lake, Third Lake, Otter Lake, Terreo Lake and Hunter Lake, as well as the exit of Ratcliffe Brook. The cost would be approximately $1,200 each quarter for an annual cost of $4,800. The total annual cost of this monitoring program would therefore range from $6,000 to S11,240 depending on the amount of testing done by the Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment. The majority of the watershed area within the City of Saint John is currently zoned as Park. It is recommended that the approporiate rezoning be undertaken so that all of the watershed area within the City is zoned as Park. It is recommended that inspectors be appointed to conduct routine inspections throughout the watershed. The inspection process for all activities must involve in ter - departmental consultation. For example, the Department of Transportation would be responsible for inspection of highways throughout the watershed. It is recommended that the City assign an Inspector to be responsible for the watershed, both inside and outside the City limits. This inspector would refer all problems encountered outside the City 12 limits to the appropriate Provincial department. The cost of implementing the designation program will be minimal for the City of Saint John; any cost associated with expropriation would be borne by the Provincial Government, given that the responsibility for expropriation and compensation rests with the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Environment. It is recommended that, based on the water quality, the Minister give the current non- conforming land uses an exemption, but that no further non - conforming land uses be allowed. It is assumed that there will be very little cost associated with the implementation of this program because the setback guidelines imposed will not infringe in any great way on existing land use. LOCH LOMOND WATERSHED DESIGNATION DOCUMENT The Loch Lomond Watershed, as shown on Maps 7 and 8, is hereby designated as a protected area under Section 20 of the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 82 -126). The following guidelines and standards have been established for the purpose of protecting the quality of water in the Loch Lomond Watershed. Outside the City of Saint John a watercourse setback of 100 metres applies. Within the City of Saint John, the watercourse setback is 150 metres. Within the Latimer Lake Watershed the watercourse setback extends to the watershed boundary. 1.0 Residential The following conditions shall apply to all existing on -site sewage disposal systems: (1) the maintenance of any existing on -site sewage disposal systems shall be in compliance with the General Regulation - Health Act (New Brunswick Regulation 88 -200); (2) in the event of system failure or the need to upgrade any existing on -site sewage disposal system, the repairs and/or upgrading shall be in compliance with the General Regulation - Health Act (New Brunswick Regulation 88 -200); and (3) all existing dwellings shall not be further converted into multiple family dwellings or apartments than currently exist; The following conditions shall apply to the development of land for residential purposes: (4) all parcels of land registered with LRIS at the time of proclamation of this watershed designation document which are greater than four thousand square metres (0.4 hectares) with a width of at least fifty -four metres, and a depth of at least thirty -eight metres, which do not all ready have a single or multiple family dwelling will be permitted to construct a maximum of one single family dwelling built upon said parcel at any time in the future; (5) said parcel identified in item (4) above, in its entirety, can be transferred to new owners in future without jeopardizing the right to construct a maximum of one single family dwelling at any time in the future; (6) any such new dwellings constructed in the future as outlined in items (4) and (5) above shall be done so in compliance with all applicable regional, municipal, provincial and federal legislation, including, but not necessarily limited to the General Regulation - Health Act (New Brunswick Regulation 88 -200) and Water Well Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 83 -125), and as such, the dwelling and on -site sewage disposal system shall not be permitted to be constructed within the watercourse setback; 2 (7) construction of any new dwellings on any parcel of land which at the time of proclamation of this watershed designation document is less than four thousand square metres (0.4 hectares) shall not be permitted with the exception of the instance where an existing dwelling has been destroyed by a catastrophic event such as fire, flood, or hurricane; (8) no person or body corporate who proposes to construct a new dwelling and related on -site sewage disposal facilities within the watershed as permitted in item (4) above shall do so within the watercourse setback. 2.0 Agriculture The following stipulations shall apply to agriculture: (1) no person or body corporate shall undertake an agricultural activity within the watercourse setback, including, but not necessarily limited to such farming activities as the raising of dairy cattle, livestock, horses, and poultry, or the growing of field crops, vegetables, and fruit; (2) any person or body corporate which is operating or maintaining a commercial agricultural activity within the watercourse setback at the time of proclamation of this watershed designation document, shall within sixty days of that date, under section 20(5) of the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act, notify the Minister that the person or body corporate is doing so; (3) the Minister shall, under the auspices of section 20(2) and section 20 (6) of the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act, (a) grant an exemption permitting the activity or thing subject to such terms and conditions as the Minister may specify, (b) provide compensation for the cessation or removal of the activity or thing, or (c) expropriate, in accordance with the Expropriation Act, the land where the activity or thing is being developed, constructed, operated or maintained. Outside the watercourse setback but within the watershed, the following standards for agricultural activities apply: (4) land used for livestock grazing shall be fenced so that the livestock do not enter the watercourse setback; (5) manure shall not be spread on frozen ground or more than 15 centimetres of snow; (6) liquid manure must be spread on land at rates so as to ensure that all liquid is absorbed by the soil and no runoff occurs; (7) manure shall be spread on land at rates that shall not cause the total allowable rate of application of nitrogen as indicated in Table 6.1 to be exceeded; (8) any person who does not posses sufficient land to spread the manure produced by his operation at rates not exceeding those specified in Table 6.1 is required to 3 ensure that the manure produced by his operation is disposed of in accordance with these regulations; and (9) manure must be stored in an engineered clay lined or concrete tank. 3.0 Forestry The following stipulations shall apply to forestry activities within the watershed: (1) salvage cutting not to exceed 5% of the total timber volume, in the setback area, can be carried out in watercourse setback to minimize the effect of blowdown; 05rees suitable for salvage cutting would include only those that have a calliper size of at least 10 centimetres at chest height; to maintain the integrity of the forest floor and the streambanks, however, no wheeled or tracked harvesting equipment can be operated within 10 metres of a watercourse and there shall be no operation of mechanized equipment within the watercourse setback except on properly constructed access roads. Outside the setback, but within the designated watershed area, the standards for forestry operations are as follows: (2) there be no disturbance in a watercourse either from operation of equipment, improper disposal or poor control of slash, debris or other waste, or the removal of aggregate; (3) there shall be no cutting on slopes greater than 1 horizontal to 1 vertical except for the salvage cutting not to exceed 5% of the total timber volume per year and only to include trees with a calliper size of at least 10 centimetres at chest height; (4) there be no cutting, skidding or hauling between March 15 and April 30; (5) cutting blocks are not to exceed 15 hectares in size and should be separated by uncut blocks of at least 15 hectares; (6) the uncut blocks may be cut five years after the first logging, when the first cut blocks have stabilized and began to regenerate; (7) log landings and yarding areas should be located upslope as far away as practical from the watercourse and not within the watercourse setback; (8) siltation control plans, including but not limited to the size, location and type of construction materials of all ditches, berms and settling ponds, must be approved by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Environment prior to start -up of operation; (9) mechanical site preparation techniques are limited to those that expose isolated patches of mineral soil such as scarification of discing, or those that produce even mixing of organic and mineral materials such as crushing; (10) controlled or prescribed burning is not to be attempted; ►,i (11) no stream crossing may be constructed without a Watercourse Alteration Permit issued by the Minister; (12) no access roads may be constructed for logging purposes, unless in accordance with the transportation standards described in Section 6.2.5; and (13) no fuel, motor oil or other potentially contaminating material is to be permanently stored or disposed of within the watershed. 4.0 Recreation The following controls apply to recreational activities within the watershed: (1) there shall be no swimming or bathing permitted within the watershed; (2) there shall be no motorized boating or other motorized activity on any watercourse or waterbody within the watershed; and (3) there shall be no use of all terrain vehicles, motorcycles, nor any other motorized recreational vehicles, within the watercourse setback, with the exception of motorcycles on Provincial roadways. 5.0 Transportation The following stipulations shall apply in relation to transportation within the watershed: (1) there be no access road construction within the watercourse setback except at approved watercourse crossings; _ (2) no person or body corporate shall transport a dangerous good within the watershed except as provided for under the federal Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act; (3) off -take ditches should be constructed to help prevent the direct discharge of sediment into a watercourse; (4) off -take ditches or water diversion bars should be constructed along the ditch of the road at spacings determined by dividing 500 metres by the road grade (in percent); (5) for every hectare of exposed construction area, sediment basins or traps having a minimum storage volume of 190 cubic metres should be constructed to intercept overland flow; (6) sediment traps should be maintained in the ditches until grading and seeding of the entire construction site is completed; (7) all exposed bank material should be stabilized; 5 (8) the road should be designed to be wide enough to carry the intended traffic; (9) the roadbed of forest roads should be surfaced with good draining, coarse granular material; (10) water bars should be installed across logging road which are no longer used and should extend at least 30 centimetres above the road surface and 30 centimetres below the road surface and spaced as follows: (i) 1 - 2 % slope, every 75 metres (ii) 3 - 5 % slope, every 50 metres (iii) 6 - 10 % slope, every 30 metres (iv) 11 - 15 % slope, every 20 metres (v) greater than 15 % slope, every 15 metres; (11) borrow pits and topsoil disposal piles shall not be located within the watercourse setback; (12) pre -cut all rights -of -way, landing areas and borrow pit locations and do not bulldoze standing trees; (13) do not disturb ground within watercourse setback at a watercourse crossing until the start of the bridge or culvert installation and keep equipment activity to a minimum; (14) keep uphill cuts to a minimum on slopes containing loose material, and do not exceed slopes of 1 vertical to 4 horizontal in unstable areas; (15) fill unstable areas with gravel, rock, or other suitable material to prevent erosion; (16) do not remove any gravel or fill from watercourses; (17) watercourse crossings must be constructed in accordance with a Watercourse Alteration Permit issued by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Environment; (18) construct ditch run -outs so that flow will be effectively dissipated and not cause erosion away from the road; (19) do not construct ditches that empty into a watercourse; and (20) install roadbed culverts at proper elevations and slopes in order to prevent ponding of water or erosion. 6.0 Solid/Liquid Waste Disposal Sites The following applies to solid and liquid waste disposal sites within the watershed: (1} no person, municipality, or body corporate shall operate any solid or liquid waste disposal site within the watershed. n. 7.0 Cemeteries The following applies to cemeteries within the watershed: (1) No person, municipality, church, or body corporate shall operate a cemetery or crematorium within the watershed boundary. 8.0 Electrical Power Transmission and Distribution Lines The following applies to electrical power transmission and distribution lines within the watershed: (1) vegetation control and management, along existing and future electric power transmission and distribution lines shall be achieved through cutting by hand held mechanical means such as chainsaws; (2) vegetation control and management shall not be achieved through the use of any herbicide; (3) there shall be no fording of any watercourse within the watershed by construction or maintenance equipment except in compliance with the Watercourse Alteration Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 82 -233); (4) the construction of any transmission line in excess of 69 thousand volts or 5 km in length must be registered under the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulation - Clean Environment Act and constructed in compliance with same and any other appropriate regional, municipal, provincial, or federal legislation; (5) the construction and operation of electrical transformers, substations and terminal stations with equipment which contain in excess of 450 litres of mineral transformer oil shall not be permitted in the watershed; (6) the operation of any electrical equipment which contains polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB), or PCB contaminated mineral transformer oil shall not be permitted; and (7) no part of a transmission line may be within the watercourse setback except at approved watercourse crossings. 9.0 Borrow Pits and Quarries The following applies to borrow pits and quarries within the watershed: {1) no person or body corporate, i.e., "Operator ", shall undertake or continue the excavation of sand, gravel, soil, rock or any other geologic formation for purposes of the sale or other commercial use of the material excavated unless it is in accordance with the established Provincial guidelines for such operations; (2) no borrow pit or quarry activity shall take place within the watercourse setback; 7 (3) the area to be excavated shall be clearcut of all trees prior to the removal of any borrow or quarried material; (4) all stumps, organic material and topsoil shall be stripped from the area to be excavated and stockpiled separately at least 5 metres from uncleared areas and 10 metres from the excavation area so as to prevent the loss of this material for rehabilitation purposes following the completion of borrow pit/quarrying activities; (5) upon completion of borrow pit/quarrying activities, the disturbed area shall be graded to slopes less than 30 %; (6) following sloping, the topsoil and any organic materials such as stumps or peat shall be respread evenly over the entire area to promote natural revegetation; (7) in areas where it is necessary to prevent subsequent erosion or related degradation of surface water quality and groundwater quality, a proactive revegetation program which might include scarification of the surface, fertilization, the planting of grass seed or other stabilizing vegetation including native tree species will be required; (8) in areas where erosion occurs, the operator shall be required during the initial site preparation, excavation activities, or rehabilitation period to provide erosion control measures; this might include but may not be limited to the use of runoff control devices or sediment traps, filter fabric, geotextiles, brush mats, mulch, gabions, dykes and other erosion control materials or structures to prevent the sedimentation or other degradation of water quality; and (9) there shall be no processing of aggregates by crushing, washing, or any other means in the watershed. 10.0 Industrial Development The following shall apply to industrial development: (1) no person or body corporate shall undertake an industrial activity within the watershed, except as permitted elsewhere in this document; (2) any person or body corporate which is operating or maintaining an industrial activity at the time of proclamation of this watershed designation document, shall within sixty days of that date, under section 20(5) of the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act, notify the Minister that the person or body corporate is doing so; (3) the Minister shall, under the auspices of section 20(2) and section 20 (6) of the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act, (a) grant an exemption permitting the activity or thing subject to such terms and conditions as the Minister may specify, (b) provide compensation for the cessation or removal of the activity or thing, or (c) expropriate, in accordance with the Expropriation Act, the land where the activity or thing is being developed, constructed, operated or maintained. E: 11.0 Commercial Development The following shall apply to commercial development: (1) no person or body corporate shall undertake a commercial activity within the watershed, except as permitted elsewhere in this document; (2) any person or body corporate which is operating or maintaining an commercial activity at the time of proclamation of this watershed designation document, shall within sixty days of that date, under section 20(5) of the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act, notify the Minister that the person or body corporate is doing so; (3) the Minister shall, under the auspices of section 20(2) and section 20 (6) of the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act, (a) grant an exemption permitting the activity or thing subject to such terms and conditions as the Minister may specify, (b) provide compensation for the cessation or removal of the activity or thing, or (c) expropriate, in accordance with the Expropriation Act, the land where the activity or thing is being developed, constructed, operated or maintained; (4) notwithstanding item (1), neighbourhood or convenience stores shall be permitted uses if the stores are at least four hundred metres apart, and the floor area of a store does not exceed one hundred square metres; and (5) notwithstanding item (1), it is proposed that one of the following home occupations may be permitted to locate within a dwelling, (a) an occupation as a doctor, hairdresser, dressmaker; craft worker, dentist, architect, artist, designer, accountant, insurance salesman, lawyer or professional engineer in an office or studio therein; (b) a day- nursery or kindergarten; or (c) the teaching of dancing or music to not more than four students at a time. It is also proposed that a home occupation be subject to the requirements that: (a) not more than one person is engaged therein in addition to members of the family resident in the dwelling in which it is located; (b) it is confined to the main dwelling unit and no part of it is located in an accessory building or structure; and (c) the floor area devoted to the home occupation does not exceed (i) twenty -five per cent of the floor area of the house, or (ii) twenty -seven square metres, whichever is the lesser. 12.0 Mining and Mineral Exploration The following shall apply to mining and mineral exploration: (1} no person, government, or body corporate who proposes to undertake any mineral exploration activity within the watershed shall do so unless in accordance with the following established standards for such activities; (a) there will be no activities related to mineral exploration work, including machinery, within the watercourse setback except at the pump stations and the associated piping; (b) the storage of all harmful material, including but not limited to creosote, hydrocarbons, biocides, fresh cement, lime, paint, concrete, etc., shall be outside the watercourse setback and be done in such a manner to prevent discharge into the watercourse, and no permanent storage of any potentially contaminating material shall be permitted; (c) all exposed material must be stabilized against erosion immediately to reduce siltation of the watercourse; (d) all machinery must be located and/or stored outside the watercourse setback; (e) settling ponds must be excavated near each drill site to collect the cuttings and wastewater from the drilling operation; (f) the settling ponds must be designed to have an adequate storage and retention capacity to prevent sedimentation of any watercourse during all runoff levels; (g) all settling ponds and exploration trenches must be backfilled, covered with topsoil and seeded as soon as the exploration project is completed; (h) the effluent of all settling ponds and exploration trenches must be discharged into nearby vegetation (outside the watercourse setback) to filter the water before re- entering the watercourse; G) the pump stations must be situated a minimum distance of five metres from the edge of the watercourse and be set up in a manner that will prevent accidental pollutant discharge such as fuel and lubricants from entering the watercourse; {j) if trees must be cut within the watercourse setback in order to facilitate the placing of the pump stations, they shall be cut by hand with only the minimum number possible cut; (k) the intake pipes must be located a minimum of 100 metres downstream or 500 metres upstream of the municipal water supply intake; 10 (1) the intake pipes at the pumping stations must be screened at the inlet; (m) an open area of 0.19 square metres of screen must be provided for each 0.028 m9 /sec of water being withdrawn; (n) the maximum water withdrawal rate from the watercourse must not exceed one -third of the low flow at the intake location; (o) the screen must not have openings larger than 57 mm,; (p) no machinery shall be operated in the wetted portion of the channel while carrying out this type of activity; (q) storage of petroleum products, regardless of quantity, must be in above ground storage tanks and conform to the storage requirement of the Petroleum Products Storage and Handling Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 87 -97); (r) when drilling is complete, the drill holes shall be sealed with a concrete cap; (s) the Department of Natural Resources and Energy shall be contacted prior to disposing of any drill cores; and (t) all sulphide bearing drill cores shall be delivered to the Department of Natural Resources and Energy for either storage or proper disposal. (2) any person or body corporate who proposes to undertake a commercial extraction of a mineral within the watershed as defined in the Mining Act shall register said undertaking under the authority of the Environmental impact Assessment Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 87 -83); and (3) no person or body corporate shall undertake any mineral processing activity as defined under the Mining Act within the watershed. 13.0 Water Well Drilling The following will apply to water well drilling: (1) no person, municipality, or body corporate shall undertake the construction or abandonment of a drilled water well without making application to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Environment for and obtaining a water source approval for such an undertaking; and (2) any proposed construction or abandonment of a drilled water well shall be undertaken in compliance with the Water Well Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 83 -125). 11 14.0 Hazardous Materials The following restrictions apply to hazardous materials within the watershed: (1} no person, municipality, government, or body corporate shall store hazardous materials within the watershed for industrial, commercial, agricultural, forestry, or any other land use, with the exception of those materials which are not regulated, i.e., domestic solvents, pesticides, gasoline, and paint, except where otherwise restricted in this document; and (2) the use of pesticides for commercial purposes, such as but not limited to forestry, agriculture or transmission lines, shall be prohibited. 15.0 Designation The Loch Lomond Watershed is designated as a protected area under Section 20 of the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation $2 -126 ). This Watershed Designation Document for the Loch Lomond Watershed is hereby proclaimed under Section 20 of the Water Quality Regulation - Clean Environment Act (New Brunswick Regulation 52 -126): Date Minister of Municipal Affairs and Environment THE DESIGNATION AND PROTECTION OF THE EAST AND WEST MUSQUASH AND SPRUCE LAKE WATERSHEDS CITY OF SAINT JOHN FUNDY ENGINEERING & CONSULTING LTD THE DESIGNATION AND PROTECTION OF THE EAST AND WEST _MUSQUASH AND SPRUCE LAKE WATERSHEDS CITY OF SAINT JOHN TABLE OF CONTENTS Page i. Clean Water Act 1 2. schedule A - Maps 5 3. schedule B - standards 7 (-A) Residential Development 8 (B) Forestry operations a (C) Aggregate Extraction 9 (D) Road Construction 10 (a) Introduction 10 (b) Permits 10 (c) Culvert Installation 11 (i) Location 11 (ii) Culvert Design 12 (d) Bridge Installation 15 (i) Location 15 (ii) Design 15 (iii) construction 15 (e) Road Drainage, Ditches and Runoff Consideration 17 (f) skid Roads and Trails 17 (g) Erosion Control /Bank Stabilization 18 (i) straw Bale sediment Traps 18 (ii) Riprap Bank stabilization 18 (iii) soil Stabilization /Re- vegetation 19 (iv) siltation Ponds 21 (E) Pesticide Applications 22 (F) Lumber Yards and Sawmills 22 (G) Surface Mineral Exploration Work 22 (H) Underground Exploration /Development Work; Mineral Extraction and Processing 24 TABLE OF CONTENTS Cont'd (z) Agricultural Activities 25 (J) commercial Aquaculture Facilities 29 (K) Recreational Activities 29 (L) Electrical Power Transmission and Distribution Lines 30 (M) The storage of Petroleum Products 31 I NEW BRUNSWICK ORDER 90 -SAINT JOHN- 1 under the CLEAN WATER ACT Under section 14 of the clean Water Act, the Lieutenant - Governor in Council, on the recommendation of the Minister of The Environment, makes the following order: 1. This Order may be cited as the East and West Musquash and Spruce Lake Designation Document - Clean Water Act. 2. In this order and in approvals issued pursuant to this order "above ground storage tanks" means storage tanks other than underground storage tanks; "act of God" means an extraordinary occurrence or circumstance that is directly and exclusively due to natural causes without human intervention, which could not by any amount of ability have been foreseen or, if foreseen, could not by any amount of human care and skill have been resisted; "aggregate extraction. means the extraction of mineral material including topsoil, sand, gravel, clay, shells, slag, or broken stone, or combinations thereof; "agricultural activity" means an activity which uses land for the purpose of producing crops or raising livestock and includes operating a plant nursery, greenhouse, riding school, riding stable, commercial dog kennel, peat extraction and sod farming; "approved watercourse crossing" means a watercourse crossing which has been approved by the Minister of the Environment under the watercourse Alteration Regulation; "clear- cutting" means the cutting and removal of more than fifty percent of the trees in one cutting; ,,commercial aquaculture facilities" means facilities interested in financial return rather than artistry, from the cultivation of aquatic plants and animals, but does not include the cultivation of aquatic plants and animals in a laboratory for experimental purposes or in an aquarium; "distribution system" means works that convey or is able to convey water from the watercourse to the users including the intake structure, pipes, man -made storage reservoirs, pumping stations, fire hydrants, service connections and the associated valves; 2 "dwelling unit- means a room or suite of two or more rooms designed or intended for use by an individual or family, in which culinary facilities and sanitary conveniences are provided for the exclusive use of such individual or family; "mineral extraction" means the extraction of any natural, solid, inorganic or fossilized organic substance, but does not include: (a) sand, gravel, clay, or soil unless it is to be used for its chemical or special physical properties, or both or where it is taken for contained minerals; (b) ordinary stone used for building or construction; "mineral processing" means the dry and wet crushing of ore or other mineral bearing product in order to concentrate the grade of ore; "multiple- family dwelling" means a dwelling containing more than one dwelling unit; "protected area" means all lands lying within the watershed boundary as defined in schedule A; "public beaches" means public and /or private land on which the general public have access for the purpose of swimming; 'public boat launching areas" means public and /or private land on which the general public have access for the purpose of launching boats; "rip -rap" means clean, inorganic, non - ore - bearing, non - toxic, angular, durable, quarried or field rock obtained from a non - watercourse source with at least 60 percent of the rock 0.03 m3 or larger; "road" means any road or street constructed in order to carry out permitted activities within the Protected Area as defined under this order; "salvage cutting" means the cutting and removal of trees that are dead or blown over before the timber becomes worthless; "secondary processing of aggregate" means any additional work done to the aggregate after the extraction phase except screening and crushing; "single- family dwelling" means a dwelling containing only one dwelling unit; "Storage tank" means a closed container with a capacity greater than 25 litres, used or intended to be used for containing a petroleum product and located in a stationary location and includes a temporary arrangement on cradles, skids or wheels; "surface mineral exploration work" means original exploration and development work and includes: (a) establishing grid lines; (b) general prospecting; (c) geological, geophysical and geochemical surveying; (d) drilling where core or cuttings are taken and logged or analyzed; 3 (e) trenching where the ore -body is exposed but no bulk sample taken; (f) geophysical logging of drill holes (g) logging of drill core or cuttings; (h) boundary or control surveys and topographic mapping; ,,underground exploration /development work" means all non- production work required to investigate and develop an ore -body not considered as surface mineral exploration /development work as defined in this order; "underground storage tank" means a storage tank that has ten percent or more of its volume, including the volume of attached underground piping, below adjacent ground level; "watercourse setback" means the entire area within a distance of 75 metres (horizontally) from the bank of any watercourse, including the watercourse itself. 3. That area of land and water within the watershed boundary as defined in schedule A, comprised of the drainage areas of the East and west Musquash Rivers, extending from Moose Lake in the north, seven mile lake in the East, Robin Hood Lake and Loch Alva in the west and the East and Musquash Reservoirs in the south, as well as the Spruce Lake watershed comprised of the drainage areas of Menzies, Ludgate and Spruce Lakes is designated as a Protected Area and is the area to which this order applies. 4. Within this Protected Area, no person or body corporate shall cause contamination of any watercourse. 5. Within this Protected Area, the maintenance, development or expansion of a municipal distribution system can be carried out provided the proper permits are obtained and care and concern for the watershed water quality is exercised. 6. within a Watercourse setback in this Protected Area, a person or body corporate may, provided no contaminant is added to any watercourse and all existing applicable municipal, provincial and federal laws are adhered to: (a) Enjoy access for primitive recreational uses including but not limited to fishing, hiking, hunting, wildlife study, wild crop harvesting by non - motorized mechanical ineans, trapping, canoe portaging, cross - country skiing and snow- shoeing; (b) operate a motorized vehicle on provincial highways existing at the date of coznmencement of this order; (c) Maintain, renovate or make additions to existing single-family and existing multiple-family dwellings, including the maintenance and upkeep of lands surrounding the dwelling, which have sewage disposal facilities that meet Health Act Regulations. (d) undertake surveying environmental monitoring and sign posting; (e) Swim, bathe and operate motorized or non - motorized boats except in Menzies, Ludgate and spruce Lakes; and 4 (f) Carry out emergency operations conducted for the public health, safety or general welfare such as natural resource protection, law enforcement and search and rescue operations. 7. Within a Watercourse setback in this Protected Urea, any activity or thing not described in Sections 5 and 6 is prohibited. 8. Activities listed in section 6 above as acceptable within the watercourse Setback are also acceptable activities for outside the watercourse Setback in this Protected Area. 9. within this Protected Area a person or body corporate may, in accordance with the standards listed in schedule B and all existing applicable municipal, provincial and federal laws: (a) undertake residential development; (b) Undertake forestry operations; (c) operate an aggregate extraction site; (d) construct and maintain new roads, and highways; (e) Use pesticides; (f) operate a lumber yard or saw mill; (g) Engage in surface mineral exploration work; (h) Engage in underground exploration/ development work; mineral extraction and processing; (i) Engage in agricultural activity; (j) operate a commercial aquaculture facility; (k) Take part in a recreational activity; (1) Construct and maintain electrical power transmission and distribution l -nes; and (:n) store petroleum products. 161. Within this Protected Area, no person, institution or body corporate shall develop, construct, operate, or maintain an activity or thing not described in sections 5 and 9, except with an exemption from the Minister. SCHEDULE A HAP OF PROTECTED AREA SCHEDULE B STANDARDS FOR ACTIVITIES WITHIN THE PROTECTED AREA 8 A. STANDARDS FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (a) There shall be no residential buildings and related on -site sewage disposal facilities within the Watercourse setback except existing single- family and existing multiple- family dwellings which have on -site sewage disposal facilities that: (i) Meet the General. Regulation (Health Act, Regulation 88- 200); and (ii) Are not adding contaminants to the watercourse; (b) All existing residential buildings exempted under standard A(a) above shall not be further converted into multiple- family dwellings or apartments; (c) A maximum of one single family dwelling may be constructed on any parcel of land having an area equal to (0.8) hectares can be provided that all residential buildings and related on -site sewage disposal facilities are outside the Watercourse Setback; (d) Any subdivision of land intended for the construction of a dwelling must meet the minimum lot size requirement; (e) Any existing building located outside the Watercourse setback may be converted into a single family dwelling, provided an approval for sewage disposal system is obtained from the Department of Health; (f) Any parcel of land having an area equal to 0.8 hectares can be transferred to new owners in the future without jeopardizing the right to construct a maximum of one single family dwelling subject to the criteria in (c) above; and (g) where an existing dwelling has been damaged or destroyed by fire or an act of God it may be rebuilt provided that it is no closer to the watercourse than the existing dwelling was and there are no additional buildings. (h) Floating homes are prohibited on all watercourses within the protected area. B. STANDARDS FOR FORESTRY OPERATIONS (a) There shall be no disturbance in a watercourse either from operation of equipment, improper disposal or poor control of slash, debris or other waste, or aggregate extraction; (b) There shall be no cutting on slopes greater than 30 %; (c) There shall be no cutting (except manually) or wood extraction during the time period when regional weight restrictions are imposed on Provincial highways by the Department of.Transportation; (d) clear- cutting blocks shall not exceed 25 hectares in size and shall be separated by an unharvested width of at least 100 metres; (e) The unharvested areas mentioned in Standard B(d) above, may be clear -cut ten years after adjacent clear -cut areas have been cut and reforested; (f) Where cutting blocks lie between a road and the watercourse, log landings and yarding areas shall be located up slope of cutting blocks on the higher ground of the Protected Area; (g) controlled or prescribed burning shall not be carried out; 4 STANDARDS FOR FORESTRY OPERATIONS Cont•d (h) slash from limbing operations shall be returned to the site. (i) Once cutting is completed, the site shall be rehabilitated, ensuring that any ruts of skidding or hauling trails, which channel surface water into watercourses be blocked and diverted towards a vegetated area or into a settling pond; and (j) No watercourse shall be used for the purpose of transporting, sorting, or piling of wood or harvesting debris. (k) There shall be no smoking during forestry operations except in designated enclosed areas. C. STANDARDS FOR AGGREGATE EXTRACTION (a) There shall be no aggregate extraction, screening or crushing within a Watercourse setback; (b) There shall be no secondary processing of the aggregate within the Protected Area; (c) The aggregate extraction, screening or crushing site shall be maintained in a clean state by removing litter, garbage and other wastes from the site daily and disposing of the material outside of the Protected Area; (d) The aggregate extraction, screening or crushing site shall be graded so that all water accumulating on the site is contained and prevented from flowing directly into the natural watercourse; (e) The depth to the water table shall be determined by digging test pits prior to the excavation and no aggregate shall be removed below a depth of 1 metre above the annual high water table level. where water flow from springs is encountered during excavation which could cause erosion or other contamination, steps shall be taken to contain or control these flows; (f) The aggregate extraction site shall be re-- vegetated such that the total area of non - vegetated or exposed land does not, at any time, exceed 2 hectares; (g) Access to the aggregate extraction site shall be controlled by means of gates or other security measures designed to prevent the entry of unauthorized personnel; (h) Excavators or other motorized equipment shall not be permitted within the Watercourse setback; (h) Dust control measures shall be employed in conjunction with all; (i) No asphalt production shall be permitted within the Protected Area; (j) Topsoil shall be carefully removed from the site and stored for eventual re -use during rehabilitation of the site; (k) All embankments at aggregate extraction, screening or crushing sites shall be contoured to slopes less than 30 percent at the end of each construction season; (1) The aggregate extraction, screening or crushing site shall be re- vegetated over the entire area if the site has not been used for a period of three (3) years or as otherwise stated by the Minister; 10 STANDARDS FOR AGGREGATE EXTRACTION Cont'd (m) No aggregate extraction activity within the Protected Area shall result in an alteration of the watershed boundary as defined in schedule A; and (n) Aggregate extraction, screening or crushing operations shall not introduce sediment into the watercourse. (o) Aggregate shall not be stored in, or extracted from any watercourse. (p) If a septic system is installed, all parts of the system shall be outside the Watercourse setback. If no septic system is installed, portable toilets must be provided; D. STANDARDS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION (a) Introduction The following standards are for those involved with road construction on freehold and Crown lands, within the watershed such that road way and stream crossing projects will be performed with a minimum of disturbance to the natural environment. Road construction personnel shall be familiar with all relevant legislation and possess all permits and approvals necessary before any watercourse crossings are attempted. (b) Permits Crown: Alterations to watercourses draining an area exceeding 600 ha. at the site of the alteration require a watercourse Alteration Permit from the Department of Environment (DOE). Watercourse crossings on drainage with areas less than 600 ha. must be submitted to the Department of Natural Resources and Energy and approved in the operating Plan. Freehold: All alterations to watercourses require a Watercourse Alteration permit from DOE. There shall be no road construction within a Watercourse setback except at approved watercourse crossings; off -take ditches shall be constructed to help prevent the direct discharge of sediment into a watercourse; off -take ditches or water diversion bars shall be constructed along the ditch of the road at spacings determined by dividing 500 meters by the road grade (in precept); For every hectare of exposed construction area, sediment basins or traps having a minimum storage volume of 190 cubic meters shall be constructed to intercept overland flow; Sediment traps shall be maintained in the ditches until grading and stabilization of the entire construction site is completed; All exposed bank material shall be immediately stabilized to reduce siltation of the watercourse through the use of vegetation and /or riprap; All road surfaces shall have a minimum shaller to shaller width of 5.5 meters with the exception of a logging road and a residential driveway to single family dwelling which shall have a minimum shaller to shaller width of 3.5 metres; 11 STANDARDS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION Cont'd The roadbed of all roads, except logging roads shall be surfaced with clean, free draining, granular material; Water bars shall be installed across all roads which are no longer used. They shall extend at least 300 millimetres above the road surface and 300 millimetres below the road surface and spaced as follows: (i) 1 - 2 % slope, every 75 metres; (ii) 3 - 5 % slope, every 50 metres; (iii) 6 - 10 % slope, every 30 metres; (iv) 11 - 15 % slope, every 20 metres; and (v) Greater than 15 % slope every 15 metres Borrow pits and soil disposal piles shall not be located within the Watercourse setback; All rights -of -way, landing areas and borrow pit locations shall be pre -cut. Standing trees shall not be bulldozed; The ground shall not be disturbed within 75 metres of an approved watercourse crossing until the start of the bridge or culvert installation and equipment activity near watercourses shall be kept to a minimum; Hillside cuts shall be kept to a minimum on slopes containing loose material, and shall not exceed slopes of 3 horizontal to 1 vertical in unstable areas; Unstable areas shall be filled with gravel, rock, or other suitable material to prevent erosion; sand, Gravel or fill shall not be removed from watercourses; Ditch run -outs shall be constructed so that flow will be effectively dissipated and not cause erosion away from the road; Ditches shall not be constructed to empty directly into a watercourse; Roadbed culverts shall be installed at proper elevations and slopes in order to prevent pounding of water or erosion; (c) Culvert Installation (i) Location select the culvert site where the stream gradient is as close to zero as possible. Locate culvert where existing stream banks are stable and well defined. Locate culverts on a straight stream segment rather than on a bend. 12 STANDARDS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION Cont'd (ii) Culvert Design Diameter of Culvert on crown ,Land the size of drainage structures shall be determined according to the area of opening required at peak water flow. The minimum acceptable culvert that may be placed in a natural watercourse whose channel is 0.5 m and wider (For road construction purposes channel width will be an average of width measurements taken across the road right -of- way.), or in an artificial channel constructed for reasons other than surface drainage, shall be a circular pipe 760 mm in diameter or equivalent. This requirement also applies to culverts installed as part of a multiple culvert installation. The minimum acceptable culvert that may be placed in a natural watercourse whose channel is less than 0.5 metres shall be a circular pipe 450 mm in diameter or equivalent. The minimum size circular corrugated steel pipe required for a particular drainage area shall be as shown in Table D.1 of schedule B; All debris and excavated material shall be removed from the watercourse and adjacent areas and disposed of, or placed in a manner where it cannot be returned to the watercourse; The following table may be used as a quick reference guide for estimating required culvert sizes when knowing the watershed drainage area in hectares. site specific factors such as stream gradient, unstable slopes, etc. may require over sizing culverts. Drainage Area (ha) 0 - 50 50 - 80 80 - 100 100 - 170 170 - 240 240 - 350 350 - 475 475 - 600 Greater than 600 TABLE D.1 MINIMUM SIZE OF CULVERTS Minimum _Size of culvert (mmn) 750 900 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 According to the Department of Environment watercourse Alteration Permit 13 14 STANDARDS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION Cont•d Culvert Design Diameter of Culvert (COnt•d) The minimum size circular corrugated steel pipe required for a particular drainage area shall be as shown in Table D.1 of Schedule B; All debris and excavated material shall be removed from the watercourse and adjacent areas and disposed of, or placed in a manner where it cannot be returned to the watercourse; Length of Culvert where culverts are to be installed at right angles to the road, their length shall be calculated by the following formula: Road width + width of shallers + 4 times Height of road bed above bottom of culvert + 2 culvert diameters. Minimize the use of heavy equipment in or near the watercourse. Excavation shall be performed with backhoe or excavator working from the bank rather than a bulldozer in the stream. All necessary precautions shall be taken to prevent discharge or loss of any contaminant; The slope of the culvert structure shall be 0.5 percent or less. in cases where the stream gradient does not allow for this requirement then pipe arches, interior backing, or stilling basins shall be used to maintain adequate depth of flow and velocity for fish passage; The invert of the culvert structure shall be set a minimum of 150 millimetres below the original channel bottom level, except in multiple culvert installation; multiple culverts shall be placed a distance of one -half the diameter of span apart, or one meter, whichever is greater. The bottom of one culvert shall be set 150 millimetres below the original channel bottom level, with the second culvert set at an elevation equal to the original stream bed; Riprap shall be placed at both ends of the culvert up to one -half a pipe diameter or a maximum of 0.5 meter above the top of the pipe and a minimum of one pipe diameter on each side; 15 STANDARDS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION Cont'd Culvert stabilization Culverts installed in natural watercourses require stabilization of inlet and outlet fill slopes at the time of installation using riprap or crib walls. Riprap shall consist of durable quarried or field rock with at least 60% of the rock 0.03 metres squared (1 cubic foot) or larger. Inlet and outlet fill slopes of culverts shall be stabilized to a height of at least 0.5 m (20 inches) above the top of the culvert and a minimum of 1 pipe diameter on either side slope. Rock aprons are required downstream of the outlets of all culverts to prevent scour of the stream bed. Guidelines for the length of apron measured downstream from the end of the culvert, and minimum riprap size are as follows: (d) Bridge Installation Bridges are the required method for crossing medium and large size watercourses, especially those supporting trout and salmon. They are also required whenever the natural stream channel is too steep to accommodate tolerable culvert slopes. Bridges shall be utilized at crossings where local topography, rapid runoff patterns or ice blockage may cause structural failure of a culvert crossing. (i) Location Bridges shall be located on straight sections of a watercourse where the channel is narrow, having low banks and firm erodible soils. Bridges shall be aligned so as not to direct flow into the banks. If such is not possible, then bank protection must be provided. (ii) Design Bridge abutments shall be located above the normal wetted perimeter of the stream. To prevent approach erosion, bank slumping and structural failure, bridge decking shall be an elevation that will permit free passage of water and ice during period of peak flow and ice breakup. Major road bridges shall have a 1 m clearance above the 50 year, 24 hour event flood with a sufficient normal clearance to avoid debris or ice build -up. Average Apron culvert Diameter Length of Apron stone size Thickness up to 1200 mm (4 ft) 6 pipe diameters 15 cm ( 6 in) 30 cm (12 in) 1200 to 2200 mm (4- 7 ft) 8 pipe diameters 30 cm (12 in) 45 cm (18 in) 2200 to 3000 mm (7 -10 ft) 10 pipe diameters 60 cm (24 in) 76 cm (30 in) (d) Bridge Installation Bridges are the required method for crossing medium and large size watercourses, especially those supporting trout and salmon. They are also required whenever the natural stream channel is too steep to accommodate tolerable culvert slopes. Bridges shall be utilized at crossings where local topography, rapid runoff patterns or ice blockage may cause structural failure of a culvert crossing. (i) Location Bridges shall be located on straight sections of a watercourse where the channel is narrow, having low banks and firm erodible soils. Bridges shall be aligned so as not to direct flow into the banks. If such is not possible, then bank protection must be provided. (ii) Design Bridge abutments shall be located above the normal wetted perimeter of the stream. To prevent approach erosion, bank slumping and structural failure, bridge decking shall be an elevation that will permit free passage of water and ice during period of peak flow and ice breakup. Major road bridges shall have a 1 m clearance above the 50 year, 24 hour event flood with a sufficient normal clearance to avoid debris or ice build -up. 16 STANDARDS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION Contfd Bridge Installation Cont•d Bridges shall be equipped with wing walls to prevent bank erosion and slumping of the roadbed. Piers and abutments shall be aligned with stream flow. (iii) construction Transport approach fill for bridges from the nearest such fill material site. Do not excavate approach fill from streambeds, banks or riparian areas. Tractor work is not permitted outside the road right -of -way width. Minimize the use of heavy equipment in or near the watercourse. Excavation shall be performed with backhoe or excavator working from the bank rather than a bulldozer in the stream. Use coffer dams constructed of sand bags or clean non - erodible material to separate work areas from streams and ensure that the coffer dam is of sufficient height and strength to handle anticipated water level fluctuations. Direct water pumped from coffer dams into a settling pond, filter fabric dam or into an adjacent vegetated area where it can be filtered before reentering the stream. Not more than 1/3 of the stream width may be blocked at any time during construction. Remove coffer dams upon completion of construction and return the streambed to its original condition. Ensure that preservative treated lumber or materials are completely dry before use in or near the watercourse. Prevent the entry of lime, cement or fresh concrete into watercourses. Remove all construction debris from the watercourse and adjacent watercourse area and dispose of by transporting to the nearest environmentally approved waste disposal site. Remove excess excavated material from the immediate construction area so that heavy rains or high stream flows will not return them to the stream. As work progresses, stabilize all potential erosion sites by grading slopes to 2:1; hydro seeding, hay mulching, sodding, terracing or riprapping. Do not wait until the end of the project. 17 STANDARDS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION Cont•d (e) Road Drainage, Ditches and Runoff Consideration Roadside ditches are used to intercept runoff water before it gets to the road surface. With proper road crowning they are also used to carry water which lands on the road surface and is directed into these ditches. When using ditches, especially on long slopes, groins and culverts shall be used at frequent intervals to divert the water across the road and off into the woods. Groins are constructed by pushing a mound of soil across the ditch. The groin shall be constructed that it diverts the flow of water into a cross drain culvert or take -off ditch which shall be placed immediately adjacent to it. The groin itself shall be constructed of non - porous material and fronted with rock. The minimum acceptable culvert for installation in a artificial drainage channel is a circular pipe 300 mm (12 in) in diameter. Take off ditches and cross drain culverts shall be used along steep side slopes to prevent excessive build up of water volume and velocity. spacing will be dependent on soils, side ill conditions and road grade. spacing shall be determined by the following equations: spacing = 500 (in metres) percent road grade Roadside ditches must not empty to watercourses. Ditches shall be led by a take off ditch into the woods and allowed to filter out over the forest floor. Roadside ditches must end 30 m or greater from the edge of the stream. On steep grades crown the road surface 2 cm /m and spread the berm to ensure the surface will drain. (f) skid Roads and Trails Erosion of skid trails shall be reduced by creating trails that disperse the surface water that collects in them. on land that slopes no more than 10 % (10 feet rise for every 100 ft) skid uphill where possible so water running in the pattern of the skid trails is dispersed and not concentrated on the landing. on land that slopes more than 10 % avoid skidding straight downhill for long distances (500 ft. or 150 m). Locate skid roads to take advantage of natural cross drainage provided by side hill locations. skid across the slope when SAFE to do so. Turn ups or humps for erosion control can be constructed by turning the skid trail up the hill a few feet, then turning downhill again (figure 8). By reversing the grade in this way, water will run off the downhill side of the skid trail. is STANDARDS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION Cont•d (q) Erosion Control /Bank Stabilization (i) Straw Bale Sediment Traps Straw bale sediment traps offer an inexpensive and effective silt control device. The purpose of the straw bale structure is to make a small short term dam in a drainage ditch to reduce water velocities behind the bales such that silt settles out and clean water flows over the top. To construct a straw bale sediment trap: 1. Excavate a trench the width of a straw bale and the length of proposed barrier to a depth of 15 cros (6 in.). 2. Place the bales on their sides and tightly together in the trench. Drive two wooden stakes through each bale deep enough to anchor them securely. wedge loose straw between any cracks. 3. Backfill and compact the excavated soil against the barrier. (ii) Riprap Bank Stabilization The use of riprap is necessary in situations where bank erosion cannot be controlled by vegetative cover alone. It is extremely useful where high water or ice causes stream bank damage or where immediate protection of an exposed bank is required. some design and construction considerations are and include: Grade banks to a slope not greater than 2:1. Choose a correct stone size based on stream flow velocity. Stream Flow Velocity Mean stone Diameter m /sec (ft. /sec) less than 2.0 (6.6) 2.0 - 2.5 (6.6 - 8.2) 2.5 - 3.0 (8.2 - 9.8) 3.0 - 3.5 (9.8 - 11.5) mm - (in.) 80 -- 110 (3 - 4) 110 - 180 (4 - 7) 180 - 220 (7 - 8.5) 220 - 330 (8.5 - 13) Velocities greater than 3.6 m (11.5 ft.) /sec require more extensive engineering design. Riprap shall be installed at a thickness at least 1.5 times the maximum stone size (never less than 30 cros thick). use a filter material beneath the riprap to prevent erosion of fine bank material. 19 STANDARDS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION Cont'd Riprap Bank stabilization Cont•d Fit the upstream and downstream edge of the riprap and the bank toe into the streambed to prevent scouring. If the rock is placed under water, double the thickness over that above water. Establish vegetation on surrounding areas not covered by the riprap. (iii.) Soil Stabilization /Re- vegetation Accelerated soil erosion associated with forest road building is generally caused by the removal of the protective vegetative cover. There are several ways that a vegetative cover reduces soil erosion: 1. Trees, bushes and grass intercepts rainfall greatly reducing the impact force of raindrops. 2. vegetation reduces the velocity of overland runoff filtering out soil particles. 3. vegetation prevent sealing of the soil surface maintaining infiltration. 4. The roots of plants increase the stability of soil granules, improve soil structure, and add to the organic matter content of the soil. when stabilizing disturbed soils the following considerations are recommended: Preserve topsoil within all disturbed areas for post construction re- contouring. Select appropriate seed mixture for disturbed area from the following table: 20 STANDARDS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION Cont'd soil stabilization /Re- vegetation Cont'd Mixture or Treatment Rate_ (lbs /ac) Kq /ga Use A. Creeping red fescue 15 13.2 _Applicable Permanent Redtop 2 1.7 seeding for areas Tall fescue 20 17.6 not subject to concentrated surface water flow. B. Tall fescue 60 52.3 Permanent seeding 2 1.7 Redtop for areas subject to concentrated surface water flow. C. Domestic ryegrass 80 70.4 Temporary seeding. D. Cereal grain straw 4000 3520.0 Mulching to provide moisture conservation and erosion control. 21 STANDARDS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION, Cont•d Soil Stabilization /Re - vegetation, Cont•d Uniformly place seed by broadcasting or hydro seeding. seed and mulch within 24 hours of final grading using hay or straw (3.5 tonnes /hectare or bales /100 square meters). (iv) Siltation Ponds Generally, siltation ponds are used as a "last resort" to treat runoff which has already become silt laden. They do not solve erosion problems. The volume of the siltation pond must be at least 190 m square for every hectare under construction. The average pond length shall be at least twice the average width in order to increase the amount of time in which settling may occur. The average pond depth shall be at least 1.2 m (4 ft.) to lessen the frequency of clean out. Protect the pond overflow with riprap. Place riprap just downstream of the pond outlet to prevent scour. Remove accumulated material when the sediment level comes within 30 cm of the spillway crest. Place the removed sediment where it cannot re -enter the pond or the stream below. When temporary siltation ponds are no longer needed for siltation control, the site shall be levelled and re- vegetated. The final grade of the road crossing shall be at least one -half pipe diameter higher than the top of the culvert. 22 E_ STANDARDS FOR PESTICIDE APPLICATIONS (a) All pesticides shall be used in accordance with the Pesticide control Act Regulations, and in compliance with the label directions; (b) There shall be no pesticide application within a watercourse Setback or within the setbacks specified in permits issued under the Pesticides Control Act, whichever is greater; (c) Water shall not be drawn directly from a watercourse into equipment used to mix a pesticide or to perform a pesticide application unless the equipment is equipped with a CSA approved device to prevent back flow; (d) Equipment used to perform a pesticide application shall not be washed or submerged in a watercourse; (e) All mixing and loading of pesticides shall occur outside the Watercourse Setback; (f) Empty pesticide containers shall be rinsed three times and the rinsate added to the total volume of formulated pesticide; and (g) Pesticides and pesticide containers shall be disposed of outside the Protected Area and in accordance with label directions and the Pesticide Control Act and Regulations; (h) Any person who uses pesticides within the Protected Area must hold appropriate certification as required under the Pesticides control Act. F. STANDARDS FOR LUMBER YARDS AND SAWMILLS (a) There shall be no activities related to lumber yards and sawmills within the watercourse Setback; (b) No wood waste shall be disposed of in the Watercourse setback; and (c) If a septic system is installed, all parts of the system shall be outside the watercourse Setback; (d) All pressure treated wood shall be stored in an area designed to contain the run off resulting from precipitation, and run off shall be disposed of outside the Watercourse setback and the Protected Area; (e) All waste produced as a result of a lumber yard sawmill operation shall be disposed of outside the watercourse setback and the Protected Area . (f) All temporary on site storage of shavings and sawdust requires the approval of the Department of the Environment. G. STANDARDS FOR SURFACE MINERAL EXPLORATION WORK (a) There shall be no mineral exploration work which involves the disturbance of land, within the watercourse setback; (b) There shall be no discharge of any contaminant in or upon the Protected Area; (c) The storage of any potential contaminant shall be outside the Watercourse Setback and shall be done in such a manner to prevent discharge or loss into the watercourse; 23 STANDARDS FOR SURFACE MINERAL EXPLORATION WORK Cont'd (d) Machinery and equipment shall not be operated within the watercourse and shall be located and stored outside the watercourse Setback; (e) Pump stations, other than those for electrical pumps, shall be situated outside the Watercourse setback and be equipped with a CSA approved device to prevent back flow; (f) Pump stations shall conform to the following standards: (i) The intake pipes shall be located a minimum of 100 metres downstream or 500 metres upstream of the municipal water supply intake and shall not disturb the bed or banks of the watercourse; (ii) The intake pipes at the pumping stations shall be screened at the inlet; (iii) An open area of 0.19 square metres of screen shall be provided for each 0.028 m3 /sec of water being withdrawn; (iv) The screen shall not have openings larger than 57 square millimetres; and (v) The maximum water withdrawal rate from the watercourse shall ensure that a maintenance flow of not less than 25 percent of the mean monthly flow be maintained in the watercourse at all times; (g) All exposed material shall be immediately stabilized against erosion or settling ponds shall be constructed to prevent siltation of the watercourse; (h) All trenches must be filled in, covered with topsoil and re- vegetated before the exploration program is terminated at the end of the field season unless an exemption has been granted by the Minister; (i) where trenching occurs all surface runoff from the trenching site shall be isolated outside the Watercourse setback and directed to settling ponds; (j) settling ponds shall be constructed near each drill site to collect the cuttings and waste water from the drilling operation; (k) The settling ponds required in standards G(g) to G(j) inclusive shall be designed to have a minimum storage volume of 190 cubic metres for every hectare of drainage area, as well as adequate storage and retention capacity for the cuttings and waste water; (1) The effluent of all settling ponds required in Standards G(g) to G(j) inclusive shall be discharged into a nearby vegetated area (outside the watercourse setback) to filter the water before re- entering the watercourse; (m) All settling ponds and trenches shall be backfilled, covered with topsoil and re- vegetated as soon as the surface mineral exploration project is completed; (n) When drilling is complete, the drill holes shall be filled with cuttings to a point 6 metres below ground surface and the remainder of the hole grouted with Bentonite and /or Portland Neat cement, where sufficient cuttings are not available, the hole shall be grouted its entire length; 24 STANDARDS FOR SURFACE MINERAL EXPLORATION WORK Cont•d (a) Drill cores shall be disposed of in accordance with procedures specified by the Mineral Development Branch of the Department of Natural Resources and Energy; (p) All sulfide bearing drill cores shall be delivered to the Department of Natural Resources and Energy for either storage or proper disposal; and (q) If a septic system is installed, all parts of the system shall be outside the watercourse setback. H. STANDARDS FOR _UNDERGROUND _EXPLORATION/DEVELOPMENT WORK; MINERAL EXTRACTION AND PROCESSING (a) There shall be no underground exploration /development work or mineral extraction within the watercourse setback except where it can be shown that the underground exploration /development work or mineral extraction is at sufficient depth not to influence the watercourse; (b) There shall be no mineral processing activities within the Protected Area; (c) There shall be no discharge of any contaminant in or upon the Protected Area; (d) All mechanisms or facilities used to collect and transport any contaminant from within the Protected Area to a disposal site outside the Protected Area shall have secondary containment facilities of sufficient size and suitable design to contain 110% of the material and 15 cm of free board in case of an accidental spill in accordance with Sections 89(l), 89(2), 89(3a /bi /bii) of the Clean Environment Act; (e) All tanks and vessels which contain contaminant material shall be above ground and outside the watercourse Setback, be double walled and have secondary containment facilities of sufficient size and suitable design to contain 110% of the material and 15 cm of freeboard in case of an accidental spill in accordance with Sections 89(1), 89(2), 89(3a /bi /bii) of the Clean Environment Act; (f) machinery and equipment shall not be operated within the watercourse and shall be located and stored outside the Watercourse setback; (g) Pump stations, other than those for electrical pumps, shall be situated outside the Watercourse Setback and be equipped with a CSA approved device to prevent back flow; (h) Pump stations shall conform to the following standards: (i) The intake pipes shall be located a minimum of 100 metres downstream or 500 metres upstream of the municipal water supply intake and shall not disturb the bed or banks of the watercourse; (ii) The intake pipes at the pumping stations shall be screened at the inlet; (iii) An open area of 0.19 square metres of screen shall be provided for each 0.028m3 /sec of water being withdrawn; (iv) The screen shall not have openings larger than 57 square millimetres; and 25 STANDARDS FOR UNDERGROUND EXPLORATION/DEVELOPMENT_ WORK, MINERAL EXTRACTION AND PROCESSING COnt'd (v) The maximum water withdrawal rate from the watercourse shall ensure that a maintenance flow of not less than 25 percent of the mean monthly flow be maintained in the watercourse at all times; (i) All exposed material shall be immediately stabilized to prevent erosion or settling ponds shall be constructed to prevent siltation of the watercourse; (j) All settling ponds used for siltation control as required by standard H(i) above, shall be designed to have a minimum storage volume of 190 cubic metres for every hectare of - drainage area. The contaminant -free effluent from such settling ponds shall be discharged into a nearby vegetated area (outside the watercourse Setback) to filter the water before re- entering the watercourse; (k) All accesses to underground workings shall be sealed in a manner approved by the Minister of Natural Resources and Energy, upon completion of the project; (1) All surface embankments at underground exploration, mineral extraction or mineral processing sites shall be contoured to slopes less than 30 percent and vegetation re- established over the entire area once the site has been abandoned; (m) The sites mentioned in standard H(1) above are deemed to be abandoned if the site has not been used for a period of one (1) year unless an exemption has been granted by the Minister; (n) All surface runoff from the underground exploration /development work; mineral extraction and mineral processing site which may contain contaminants shall be isolated outside the watercourse setback and directed to a discharge point outside of the Protected Area; (o) All runoff ditches shall be lined with a natural clay or synthetic liner and covered with a protective layer of rock; and (p) If a septic system is installed, all parts of the system shall be outside the Watercourse setback. I. STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES (a) There shall be no agricultural activities within the Watercourse Setback; (b) Land used for the .livestock grazing shall be fenced so that the livestock do not enter into the Watercourse Setback; (c) There shall be no disposal of dead animals within the Protected Area; (d) There shall be no slaughter houses within the Protected Area; (e) Manure shall not be spread on frozen ground or more than 15 centimetres of snow; 26 STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES Cont'd (f) Liquid manure shall be spread at rates that ensure all liquid is absorbed by the soil and no runoff occurs; (g) Manure shall be spread on land at rates that shall not cause the total allowable rate of application of nitrogen, as indicated in Table I.1 of schedule B to be exceeded; (h) A farmer who does not possess sufficient land to spread the manure produced by his operation at rates not exceeding those specified in Table 1.1 of schedule B, shall be required to ensure that the manure produced by his operation is disposed of in accordance with this standard; (i) For purposes of establishing the rates for standard I(g) above, an animal unit is defined as the number of the kind of livestock that would produce 70 kilograms of nitrogen per year in their manure and corresponds to the number of animals indicated in Table 2.2 of schedule B; (j) Liquid manure shall be stored in an engineered clay or geomembrane lined pond, steel or concrete tank; (k) Liquid manure storages facilities mentioned in standard I(j) above shall be as follows: (i) Have sufficient volume to contain the expected volume of manure from the number of animals in the facility for a minimum of 200 days plus a freeboard volume equal to 25 percent of the storage volume required for the 200 days or a depth of 0.7 metres whichever is greater; (ii) shall be emptied and the manure spread in accordance with this standard in the spring, after the frost is out of the ground and in the late Fall, before the ground freezes; (iii) shall have berms and ditching of sufficient size and suitable design to contain the manure in case of an accidental spill or break and also in such a way so as to divert the surface runoff around the storage facility; and (1) storage and handling areas for dry manure, which has not had water added shall be surrounded by ditches of sufficient size to contain the runoff and direct it outside the watercourse setback. (m) Liquid manure shall be spread outside the watercourse Setback only. (n) Feed lots must be surrounded by dykes or ditches to collect all surface run off. The run off must return to a vegetated area prior to returning to the watercourse. 27 STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES Cont•d TABLE I.1 NITROGEN FROM SPREAD MANURE MAXIMUM ANNUAL QUANTITY** Nitrogen From Spread Manure Hectares Animal Unit Maximum Animal per per Crop Quantity (kq /ha)_ Animal Unit Hectare Potatoes, Corn, Vegetables Crops, Fallow 260 0.25 4 Grain, Forages, Grasses (Hay), Pasture and Fruit crops 200 0.33 3 ** These maximum quantities shall include all Nitrogen applied to the soil including Chemical Fertililizer 28 STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES COntfd TABLE I.2 NUMBER OF AN114AL UNITS one animal unit is equivalent to the following kinds of animals according to their number: 1 "beefalo" or buffalo 1 cow 1 bull 1 horse 2 calves weighing from 225 to 500 kilograms each 5 calves weighing less than 225 kilograms each 25 piglets weighing under 20 kilograms each 15 hogs weighing over 20 kilograms each 4 sows plus unweaned piglets of the year 125 hens or roosters 1000 chickens 1500 partridges 300 pheasants 100 turkeys broilers weighing under 7 kilograms each 75 turkeys broilers weighing from 7 to 11 kilograms each 50 turkeys weighing over 11 kilograms each 4 sheep plus lambs of the year 4 goats plus kids of the year 40 female rabbits excluding associated males and young 29 J. STANDARDS FOR COMMERCIAL AQUACULTURE FACILITIES (a) There shall be no commercial aquaculture facilities within the Watercourse setback excepting the intake structure and conveyance works; (b) There shall be no discharge of any contaminant (including effluent) in or upon the Protected Area; (c) Any effluent from aquaculture facilities shall be discharged to a point outside the Protected Area; (d) All settling ponds shall be lined with a natural clay or synthetic liner; (e) All surface runoff from site shall be isolated and directed into a vegetated area prior to returning to a watercourse; (f) All runoff ditches shall be lined with a natural clay or synthetic liner and covered with a protective layer of rock; (g) All pumps shall be located outside the watercourse setback except electric pumps; and (h) if a septic system is installed, all parts of the system shall be outside the watercourse setback. (i) when constructing new ponds, all exposed soil shall, immediately upon completion, be stabilized through the use of vegitation or rip rap. K. STANDARDS FOR RECREATIONAL. ACTIVITIES (a) There shall be no recreational boat activity allowed on Ludgate spruce and Menzies Lakes. (b) There shall be no recreational boat activity allowed within 300 metres of the pump house intake on the East Musquash reservoir. (c) There shall be no wading, swimming or other body contact allowed on Menzies Lake, Ludgate Lake and Spruce Lake. (d) There shall be no wading, swimming or other body contact allowed within 500 metres of the pump house intake on the East Musquash reservoir. (e) All boat motors and fuel systems used in the watershed shall be in good repair and free of leaks. (f) All boat fuel tanks shall be firmly attached to the vessel and sealed so as to prevent leakage in the case of an upset. (g) Fuel tank capacity for tanks not built in to the vessel shall be limited to a capacity of 50 litres. Built in tanks shall be limited to 150 litres. (h) The transport of more than 150 litres of fuel over lakes and streams at one time shall be prohibited. (i) There shall be no discharge of wastes overboard in any location within the protected area. (j) There shall be no discharge of marine toilets within the Protected Area. 30 STANDARDS FOR RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES Cont'd (1) There shall be no ice fishing on Menzies Lake, Ludgate Lake and Soruce Lake. (M) Ice fishing shall be limited to the period between December 15 to April 15. (n) Temporary structures on the ice are prohibited. (o) Driving of vehicles of over 1000 Kg. on the ice shall be limited to the period between January 1 to March 31. There shall be no vehicles permitted on Menzies, spruce or Ludgate Lakes. (p) Pit privies are prohibited within the Watercourse Setback. L. STANDARDS FOR ELECTRICAL POWER TRANSMISSION DISTRIBUTION A N D 1 O R TELEPHONE LINES (a) Construction, operation and maintenance of transmission lines shall leave a 30 metre buffer zone between the edge of a right -of -way and the edge of any Watercourse setback which it parallels. (c) one of the following two methods will be employed for crossing a Watercourse (as per section D): (1) culvert installation; (2) temporary or permanent bridging; No crossing will be permitted where access to the right -of -way is easily available from both sides of the Watercourse. (d) utilities will identify and clearly mark setbacks at all watercrossings. Within the specified setback the following restrictions shall apply: (1) only hand clearing will be allowed; (2) the cleared area within the power line right -of -way width shall be reduced to 3 metres in width; (3) the only trees that shall be felled outside the cleared area within the right -of -way are trees that are considered dangerous to the construction, operation and /or maintenance of the transmission line; (4) trees shall be felled away from setbacks; trees and debris inadvertently deposited within the Setback will be removed. (e) There shall not be substations, terminal stations or any part of a transmission line, including the right -of -way within the watercourse Setback except at approved watercourse crossings; 31 STANDARDS FOR ELECTRICAL POWER TRANSMISSION, DISTRIBUTION AND/OR TELEPHONE LINES cont'd (f) cutting of right of ways for power transmission and distribution line shall occur in accordance with standards for Forestry operations; and (g) Roads associated with construction and operation of power transmission and distribution lines, shall be constructed in accordance with Standards for Road construction. (h) At approved watercourse crossings, no towers shall be permitted within the watercourse setback. M. STANDARDS FOR THE STORAGE OF PETROLEUM PRODUCTS (a) The storage of petroleum products, shall be outside the Watercourse Setback and be in above ground storage tanks with a capacity of 1500 litres or less; and (b) All above ground storage tanks shall have secondary containment facilities of sufficient size and suitable design to contain 110% of the material in case of an accidental spill, have 15 cm of freeboard and be protected against vandalism in accordance with Sections 89(1), 89(2), 89(3a /bi /bii) of the Clean Environment Act. To the COMMON COUNCIL of the City of Saint John The Committee of the Whole reports Your Committee reports that it sat on Monday, January 11, 1999, when there were present Mayor McAlary, Deputy Mayor Chase and Councillors Ball, Chase, Court, Desmond, Fitzpatrick, Titus, Trites, Vincent and White, and your Committee submits the following recommendations, namely: 1. That Councillor Bernard Desmond and Stephen Savoie be appointed and Norman Hamburg and Vijay Kawatra be reappointed to the Saint John Parking Commission for terms of three years. 2. That Joan Pearce be appointed and Harold Wright be reappointed to the Preservation Review Board for terms of three years. 3. That Leo Maloney be reappointed to the Aquatic Centre Commission for a three -year term. 4. That Elizabeth Boyle be appointed and Malcolm M. Somerville be reappointed to the Board of Commissioners of the Saint John Free Public Library for terms of three years. 5. That Holly Haines be appointed and Dorothy Dawson, Douglas Trentkowsky, Chris Smith and Deborah MacDonald be reappointed to the Rockwood Park Advisory Board for terms of one year. Respe tfully submitted, January 18, 1999, Shirley McAla , Saint John, N.B. C h a i r m a n. Office of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common Clerk January 19, 1999 Mr. Richard Smith Administrator Saint John Parking Commission 11 th f=loor, City Hall P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB E21- 4L1 Dear Sir: P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint John New Brunswick Canada E21, 41,1 At a meeting of the Common Council, held on the 18th instant, the following resolution was adopted, namely:- U " RESOLVED that Councillor Bernard Desmond and Stephen Savoie be appointed and Norman Hamburg and Vijay Kawatra be reappointed to the Saint John Parking Commission for terms of three years." Yours truly, Ma L.IWlun Mary ford Common Clerk MLM:sc City of Saint John ia.1 Office of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common Clerk January 19, 1999 Mr. Stephen B. Savoie 96 Leinster Street Saint John, NB E21- IA Dear Sir: PO. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 as City of Saint John This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were appointed to the Saint John Parking Commission for a term of three years. Yours truly, f Mary L. Munford Common Clerk MLM:sc Office of the Mary L. Munford P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Common Clerk Common Clerk Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 January 19, 1999 Mr. Norman Hamburg 218 Bedell Avenue Saint John, NB E2K 4J6 Dear Sir: E�r�l�3 City of Saint John This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were re- appointed to the Saint John Parking Commission for a term of three years. Yours truly, l Mary L. I Iunford Common Clerk MLM:sc /s, Office of the Common Clerk January 19, 1999 Mr. Vijay Kawatra General Manager Saint John Hilton One Market Square Saint John, NB E21- 4Z6 Dear Sir: Mary L. Munford P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Common Clerk Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 am City of Saint John This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were re- appointed to the Saint John Parking Commission for a term of three years. Yours truly, Ma ry L. Munford Common Clerk MLM:sc j0,Z office of the Mary L. Munford P.Q. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Common Clerk Common Clerk Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 January 19, 1999 Mr. Jim Bezanson Secretary Preservation Review Board 1 Qth Floor, City Hall P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB E21- 41-1 Dear Sir: At a meeting of the Common Council, held on the 18th instant, the following resolution was adopted, namely:- " RESOLVED that Joan Pearce be appointed and Harold Wright be reappointed to the Preservation Review Board for terms of three years." Yours truly, ell Mary L. Munford Common Clerk MLM:sc City of Saint John P, , �-. office of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common Clerk January 19, 1999 Mrs. Joan Pearce 352 Pelton Road Saint John, NB E21- 3W2 Dear Madam: P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4I.1 This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were appointed to the Preservation Review Board for a term of three years. Yours truly, Mary A�Unfo'rd Common Clerk MLM:sc 44 City of Saint John N office of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common Clerk January 19, 1999 Mr. Harold Wright One Chipman Hill Saint John, NB E21- 2A7 Dear Sir: P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint John. New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 City of Saint John This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were re- appointed to the Preservation Review Board for a term of three years. Yours truly, Mary L.Znford Common Clerk MLM:sc L jDr Office of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common Clerk January 19, 1999 Mr. Daryl Steeves General Manager Aquatic Centre 50 Union Street Saint John, NB E2L 1A1 Dear Sir: P.O_ Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 At a meeting of the Common Council, held on the 18th instant, the following resolution was adopted, namely:- " RESOLVED that Leo Maloney be reappointed to the Aquatic Centre Commission for a three -year term." Yours truly, Mary L. Wunfordl Common Clerk MLM:sc cOP.'0,1 a 1Py�Pt City of Saint John Office of the Common Clerk January 19, 1999 Mr. Leo Maloney 17 Colpitts Avenue Saint John, NB E2M 5G8 Dear Sir: Mary L_ Munford Common Clerk P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 City of Saint John This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were re- appointed to the Aquatic Centre Commission for a three -year term. Yours truly, d ,. �7unford Common Clerk MLM:sc Office of the Mary L. Munford P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Common Clerk Common Clerk Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4LI January 19, 1999 Mr. Ian Wilson City Librarian Saint John Free Public Library One Market Square Saint John, NB E2L 4Z6 Dear Sir: At a meeting of the Common Council, held on the 18th instant, the following resolution was adopted, namely:- City of Saint John " RESOLVED that Elizabeth Boyle be appointed and Malcolm M. Somerville be reappointed to the Board of Commissioners of the Saint John Free Public Library for terms of three years." Yours truly, l Mary L.6 unford Common Clerk MLM:sc /0,A/- Office of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common Clerk January 19, 1999 Ms. Elizabeth Boyle 1943 Loch Lomond Road Saint John, NB E2J 2A3 Dear Madam: P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were appointed to the Board of Commissioners of the Saint John Free Public Library for a term of three years. Yours truly, ' Ar'i - / / (,l Mary L. unford Common Clerk MLM:sc F '.4 City of Saint John la•'� Office of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common Clerk January 19, 1999 Mr. Malcolm M. Somerville 936 Kennebecasis Drive Saint John, NB E2K 2G3 Dear Sir: P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint john New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 •'1�! ?J This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were re- appointed to the Board of Commissioners of the Saint John Free Public Library for a term of three years. Yours truly, Mary unford 4" Common Clerk MLM:sc City of Saint john /D Office of the Mary L. Munford P.O. Sox 1971 506 658 -2862 Common Clerk Common Clerk Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 January 19, 1999 Mayor Shirley McAlary Chairperson Rockwood Park Advisory Board 8th Floor, City Hall P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB E2L 41-1 Dear Mayor McAlary: At a meeting of the Common Council, held on the 18th instant, the following resolution was adopted, namely:- "RESOLVED that Holly Haines be appointed and Dorothy Dawson, Douglas Trentkowsky, Chris Smith and Deborah MacDonald be reappointed to the Rockwood Park Advisory Board for terms of one year." Yours truly, Mary L. Wlunford Common Clerk MLM:sc City of Saint John Office of the Mary L. Munford P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Common Clerk Common Clerk Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 u� u January 19, 1999 City of Saint John Ms. Holly Haines 16 Troop Street Saint John, NB E2K 1Z1 Dear Madam: This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were appointed to the Rockwood Park Advisory Board for a term on one year. Yours truly, Ma L. inford ry Common Clerk MLM:sc Office of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common Clerk January 19, 1999 Ms. Dorothy Dawson 368 Douglas Avenue Saint John, NB E2K 1E7 Dear Madam: P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 City of Saint John This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were re- appointed to the Rockwood Park Advisory Board for a term of one year_ Yours truly, Ma L. A�lun Mary ford Common Clerk MLM:sc 10 S Office of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common Clerk January 19, 1999 Mr. Douglas S. Trentkowsky 294 Morrison Road Saint John, NB E2N 1G9 Dear Sir: P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were re- appointed to the Rockwood Park Advisory Board for a term of one year. Yours truly, Mary L. Munford Common Clerk MLM:sc 8 r City of Saint John Office of the Mary L. Munford P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Common Clerk Common Clerk Saint John New Brunswick Canada E21- 4L1 January 19, 1999 Mr. Chris Smith 149 Champlain Drive Saint John, NB E2J 3E5 Dear Sir: City of Saint John This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were re- appointed to the Rockwood Park Advisory Board for a term of one year. Yours truly, j Mary L. Munford Common Clerk MLM:sc Office of the Mary L_ Munford P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Common Clerk Common Clerk Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 41-1 January 19, 1999 City of saint John Ms_ Deborah MacDonald 15 Elba Boulevard Saint John, NB E2M 5G9 Dear Madam: This is to advise that at a meeting of the Common Council, held on January 18, 1999, you were re- appointed to the Rockwood Park Advisory Board for a term of one year. Yours truly, Mary L. fllunford Common Clerk MLM:sc 1� Office of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common Clerk January 25, 1999 Mr. David G. Barry Chairman Enterprise Saint John 40 King Street Saint John, NB E21- 1 G3 Dear Sir: P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint john New Brunswick Canada B2L 4L1 City of Saint John At a meeting of the Common Council, held on the 18th instant, consideration was given to the letter from the Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission Inc. (Enterprise Saint John) submitting a copy of a report - A Tourism Organization For Greater Saint John, for Council's review, and requesting an opportunity to discuss it with Council in the near future, and the following resolution was adopted, namely:- " RESOLVED that the above matter be referred to the City Manager for comments prior to Council's meeting with Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission Inc. (Enterprise Saint John). Yours truly, Mary L. &nford Common Clerk MLM:sc Cc: Terrence Totten City Manager ENTERPRISE 40 Ping Resource (cn[rc 40 King 4rcrt J f K Saint John, Nrw Brunswick SAINTCanada e (5 0 6 Ielephone i50iij G58 -2!?" ]MFf 1800561 -2d ' Facsimile NO) 658 -28 -2 E-mail cLunumic�?mhnct.nh.ra January 12, 1999 Mayor Shirley McAlary and Members of Common Council City of Saint John P. O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB E2L 4L 1 Dear Mayor McAlary and Common Council: As a result of our meeting with the Town of Rothesay Council on January 11, 1999, our Tourism Report is now public. We are enclosing a copy of the report for your review and we request an opportunity to discuss it with you in the near future. Yours very truly, C, Z -_9eke,, ` David G. Barry, Chairman Enc. CC: Terry Totten Together we're greater! Plus forts ensemble. Grand Bay- Westfield - Quispamsis • Rothesay • Saint John 10 Ki.g Resource (enae WRISE 50 KingSvicet Saint Jahn, F er. Rnm ML Canada E21LIG3 j unN A TOURISM Telephone (W) 658-28- - Toll Fne l 800 561 -28" ' racumilc ON 6%28 "2 E -mail cconomid- Inhnet nb.ca 0 ANIZATI �N FOR f%w='P"REA�,TER SAINT JOHN Together we'regredter! • Plus forts ensemble' Grand Ray - Westfield ,, Quispamsis • Rothesay • Saint John TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Page 1 The Potential — The Challenge Page 1 The Review Process Page 2 Conclusions Page 3 Recommendations Page 5 APPENDICES List of Committee Members Appendix A Moncton Initiative Appendix B New Brunswick's Tourism Strategy Toward the Year 2000 Appendix C The Greater Saint John Tourism Development Plan Appendix D The 1998 Tourism Budget — Saint John Visitor & Convention Bureau Appendix E Qualitative Research Study Appendix F SWOT Analysis Appendix G Together we're greater! • Plus forts ensemble! Grand Bay-Westfield • Quispamsis • Rothesay • Saint John INTRODUCTION The Tourism lIidvisory Committee (the "Committee's was established in April 1998 after the commencement of the operation of the Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission, Inc. (the "Commission"). The mandate of the Committee was assigned to the Commission by the four municipalities in Greater Saint John when agreement was reached to form the Commission. More specifically, the Commission was directed "to ZiIP'estigate the possible inclusion of TolilisAl f 6nctZons [)nthln the Colizw ssZon] such as nlarketiiag aid promotion o f the i rgion as a place to live, do business and to visit". The Committee was chaired by Helen Halliday, General Manager of the Delta Brunswick Hotel and originally consisted of eleven members. Four were board members of the Comnussion and the other seven represented a variety of business and community interests. One resignation was received as a result of a change in their employment. (See list of the members - Appendix A) The Canadian Tourism Human Resource council has defined tourism as being. "The provision of .cervices ai!d products to enhance pleasant experiences for people while travelling for business or pleasure; involves participation of the entire col / uni y and promotes commanity pride; is mlrlti- dimensional consisting of eight sectors which include accommodation, food and beverage, transportation, attractions, adventlsre tourism and recreation, events and conferences, tourism services and travel trade. " With Saint John being a port city, cruise servicing is clearly an additional sector for this region. THE POTENTIAL - THE CHALLENGE I n 1997, tourism revenues for the province of New Brunswick were reported at $790 Million. During that same period, the tourism industry in Saint John was estimated as contributing $160 Million to the local economy representing 20 % of the provincial total. 137,265 people visited one of the four Visitor Information Centres. In that same year, motor coach arrivals were over 700 representing an 18 % increase over 1996 while meeting and convention attendance was up by 17 % to 20,543 room nights. Sporting events experienced a 56 % growth in participants with counts finishing at 13,769. Cruise ships brought 19,000 passengers to Saint John. Writh the exception of meeting /convention attendance and sporting event participation decreasing in 1998, all other markets have experienced growth over 1997. Indeed, the province has recently reported that we have had the best tourism year ever. Together we're greater. - Plus forts ensemble. Grand Bay- Westfield , Quispamsis - Rothesay • Saint John A Tourism Organization for Greater Saint John Page 2 In August of this year, the first section of the Fundy trail was officially opened. It was met by enthusiastic support and applause for both the trail and the Interpretative Centre. Recognizing the significance of this next, tourism product and that the province will continue its directed promotion of the Bar of Fundy region, The Committee and the Commission believe the future for the Greater Saint John region's tourism potential remains exceptionally bright with significant growth and employment opportunities if timely advantage of this potential is taken. The Committee recognized the competitive environment has changed considerably over the last two years. The opening of the Rodd Hotel and conference facilities in Miramichi City in addition to the Algonquin Hotel in St. Andrew -s becoming a year round operation result in offering more options for the meeting /conference market. In addition to the impact of these two centres, the Greater Moncton area has identified its need to increase its profile and share in not only the meeting /conference market but also the motor coach, consumer tourism, sports and entertainment /culture markets_ They have recently announced this initiative and their promotion as the New Brunswick tourism destination (Appendix B). The Commission and the Committee believe Greater Saint John can and should be the single most attractive tourism destination in .:atlantic Canada serving as the hub and gateway to the Bay of Fundy and the lower St John and Kennebecasis Rivers. That is the challenge. THE REVIEW PROCESS The Committee initiated its work by agreeing to limit its structural recommendations to the geographic boundaries of Greater Saint John. However, it was recognized our promotions must include tourism products that are within easy travel distance from Greater Saint john (i.e. St. Martin's and the Fundy Trail, New River Beach and other areas within the Fundy Region). Although the mandate of the Committee was specific with respect to the Commission, the options for consideration were not restricted to the existing Saint John Visitor & Convention Bureau (the status quo) or a new organization operated under the umbrella of the Commission. Consideration was also given to a structure outside of our municipal organizations, not under the umbrella of the Commission. The Committee worked through the review process by a systematic approach that included a review of The mandates of committees and agencies that include tounism objectives (i.e. I Iospitality Saint. John, Venue Saint John, Cruise Saint John) ;�> The Cormier Report on Amalgamation, February 1997 Together we're greater! • Plus forts ensemble. Grand Bay- Westfield • Qnispamsis • Rothesay • Saint John A Tourism Organization for Greater Saint John Page 3 New Brunswick's Tourism Strategy Toward the Year 2000 (1989) and supplementary reports written on themed regions for New Brunswick (Appendix C) ➢ The Greater Saint John Tourism Development Plan — A Co- ordinated Strategy (prepared by Future Atlantic Consulting Services Ltd., February 1998) (Executive Summary — Appendix D) i' A summary of the Brainstorming Session from. Bay of Fundy Business Opportunities Forum (1997) v The 1999 'Tourism Budget, Saint John Visitor and Convention Bureau (Appendix E) The Committee also conducted a Qualitative Research Study by Corporate Research Dissociates (Conclusions & Recommendations — Appendix F) ➢ Presentations were made to the Committee by Helen Jean Newman, Director of Tourism Consumer Marketing and Trade Sales Division, EDT &C, and the employees of Saint John Visitor and Convention Bureau Meetings were held with Steve Carson, General .Manager of the Commission, and Terry Totten, City Manager, City of Saint John. At the end of this review, the Committee conducted a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats ( "SWOT'S analysis (Appendix G) of the proposed model for a new organization. At the conclusion of the SWOT analysis, the Committee unanimously adopted its conclusions and recommendations. CONCLUSIONS The Committee's principle conclusion was that a new organization outside existing municipal structures be formed under the umbrella of the Commission to develop and execute the tourism strategy for Greater Saint John. The naming and logo of this organization is critical and must be independent of the Commission. This may be as simple as naming the organization Greater Saint John Visitor and Convention Bureau. However, consideration must be given to a name that accommodates our official languages. The Committee recommended that the new organization begin to operate as of January 1, 1999 with immediate external recruitment of a Tourism director to fill the leadership role. The Commission acknowledges that in our current time line this may not be attainable. Together we're greater! * Plus forts ensemble! Grand Bay - Westfield • Quispamsis - Rothesay • Saint John A Tourism Organization for Greater Saint John Page 4 The Committee recognized and appreciated the expertise and dedication of the three current employees of the Saint John Visitor and Convention Bureau and their successes in accomplishing the mandate of the Bureau. It recommended that these members be given first consideration, if interested, during the recruitment stage for the new organization. Funding should follow the same formula as the Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission - City of Saint John (75.5 %), Rothesay (10.6 %), Quispamsis (10.1 0/0) and Grand Bay - Westfield (3.8 %). The 1999 budget is recommended to hold at the current level of spending of the Saint John Visitor and Convention Bureau at $775,000. This includes provision for five employees in addition to the staffing of the Visitor Information Centres. It does not include the Communications and Culture functions of the City. Recognizing the future growth potential for the tourism industry and its economic significance to the region, the Committee believed this approach would better position the region to hold the lead position as the hub of the Bay of Fundy Experience and take maximum advantage of the lower St. John and Kennebecasis River valleys. The tourist experiences Greater Saint John as one destination. The borders separating our four municipalities are incidental to the visitor and reinforce the necessity of a regional tourism approach. Greater Moncton has recognized this opportunity. Greater Saint John must as well. In 1998 a commission was incorporated to oversee the major facilities in the Greater Saint John region. The four municipalities of Greater Saint John all contribute to the operating costs of these facilities using the same funding formula as the Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission. The Committee recognized that there are no methods that measure the revenue generation of these facilities and their relationship to the efforts of the Saint John Visitor and Convention Bureau in attracting meeting and convention business. This was identified as a key opportunity to ensure linkage is made between the sales and marketing activities of the tourism body and the revenues generated from the convention, sporting and trade show markets using our major facilities (i.e. the Saint John Trade and Convention Centre, Harbour Station, the Imperial Theatre and the Canada Games Aquatic Centre). By operating under the umbrella of the Commission, the ties to the other activities of the Commission (business and entrepreneur development) would be complimentary and address the current absence of a product development function. Furthermore, the other agencies in the Business Resource Centre (EDT &C, ACOA, Uptown Saint John, Saint John Board of Trade and the Research and Productivity Council) are viewed as excellent partners in ensuring the success of tourism promotion and delivery for our region. An advisory committee comprised of municipal and private sector representatives is critical to the success of this initiative. It should include appointments from the four municipalities, Hospitality Saint John, Venue Saint John, Uptown Saint John, Cruise Saint John, the Major Facilities Commission, the Saint John l-'�irport Authority and Port of New Brunswick. It would serve as a standing committee of the Commission directing the tourism initiative and report to the board of The Commission. Together we're greater. • Plus fors ensemble. Grand Say - Westfield • Quispamsis • Rothesay • Sainrt John A Tourism Organization for Greater Saint John Page 5 A strategic tourism plan is essential to the future direction of tourism promotion and servicing activities in Greater Saint John. During the development of this plan, an inventory of existing tourism products in the region would be compiled in order to establish a starting point for the development of new products and services. Finally, the Committee recognized the necessity to review and examine the variety of organizations that share a tourism mandate to determine if consolidation of some or all of their activities under the proposed organization would create a more effective and efficient delivery mechanism. RECOMMENDATIONS The Committee recommended to the Board of the Commission that a new organization be formed under the umbrella of the Commission to develop and execute the tourism strategy for Greater Saint John. The Commission's Board unanimously endorsed their report. The more specific elements of our recommendations include_ - i> the organization would commence operation as soon as reasonably possible; ➢ the broad mandate of the organization would be to develop and implement a strategic tourism plan for the promotion and servicing of tourism opportunities throughout Greater Saint John in partnership with public and private sector organizations providing or promoting tourism activities in the Greater Saint John and Fundy Region; the organization would develop an inventory of existing tourism products in Greater Saint John and the Fundy Region and identify and encourage tourism products not yet available; ➢ the organization's budget would be approved and funded by our four municipalities using the funding formula agreed for The Commission; ➢ the organization would immediately advertise externally to recruit a tourism director; ➢ the current employees of the Saint John Visitor and Convention Bureau be given first consideration for other positions within the organizational structure; i' the organization would develop a distinct name and logo appropriate to its functions and its promotion of Greater Saint John as a tourism destination; Together we're greater! • Plus forts ensemble! Grand Bay - Westfield - Quispatnsis - Rothesay • Saint John A Tourism Organization for Greater Saint John Page 6 i> the organization should be advised and directed by a committee comprised of a representative of each funding municipality and private sector representatives appointed from nominees of Hospitality Saint John, Venue Saint John, Uptown Saint John, Cruise Saint John, the Major Facilities Commission, the Saint John Airport Authority and Port New Brunswick; ➢ the organization would develop methods to measure or evaluate the success of its marketing initiatives including in particular revenue growth of our major facilities; and r' the organization would identify the agencies that share a tourism mandate and encourage the co- operation and perhaps consolidation of these agencies within the organization to implement a coordinated, effective and efficient tourism strategy for Greater Saint John. In considering our recommendations, we do not believe the proposed structure should be considered an obstacle to the ultimate goal of making Greater Saint John the single most attractive destination in Atlantic Canada. We believe it can be. Together we can make it happen. Respectfully submitted, David Barry, Chairperson Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission, Inc. 4V6"r' -i - Helen I l:alliday, Chairperson Tourism Advisory Committee Together we're greater! • Plus forts ensernhle! Grand Bay - Westfield • Quispamsis - Rothesay - Saint John APPENDIX A �l4��.Rtii�R��!'1 - _ rats RYM�_i}iNA_s List of Committee Members GSJEDC TOURISM ADVISORY COMMITTEE COMMISSION BOARD REPRESENTATIVES• Helen Halliday, General Manager(CHAIR) Delta Brunswick (Saint John) Diane Bormke, Publisher River Valley News/Bayfield (Grand Bay/Westfield) Peter Murray, Account Representative Manulife Financial (Saint John) Pat Gallagher, Owner /Operator Shadow Lawn Inn (Rothesay) OTHER COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Colleen Mitchell, VP Marketing & Communication Port New Brunswick Rolf Spangenberg, President Alliance Insurance Ltd. Sandra Stevens, Public Relations Town of Quispamsis Frank Milligan, General Manager NB Museum Vijay Kawatra, General Manager Saint John Hilton Paula Harris, Marketing Manager Uptown Saint John John McNair, Lawyer (resigned due to appointment as Deputy Minister of Justice) Clark Drummie APPENDIX B Moncton Initiative cf) u� c4 O F L] w w z m Ln C4 Pd O z z O 00 m eq a � a a Q p _ 0 e 0 0 cu � z 1t•�- u O U) to Rol r.. R a Z Z 0 s • kod -� Mh� y 0 .4zj m 'pz c) m pp1 h� m 00 • • • s' 0 lima C.7 0 bri o� �oq�_Eti yea° xgiva°i� ' u `d PL o °s`: ciL' O c°i v a a°pilw. `H O e .fib a N A o o' V � a1 H °..- mq° > °n°' :. a �vp ° pf� °' o O V O �x o ` ,> V] CU � 'O N N ' rOn ca o O � &,, �id L O L `N 0 d 7 � � zy . 04� o'y n 1 a n v b o0 U [d u !a a.� _C•y v x u an vi •� A p •d � qo v ,� H A7 Vi q v v �' M tiA q o°nE ° o.� o ^. 0 - �� E �.. 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O' - a O v.�.dwL ab O N C� N p 0 a da L�d C w L N q Q vii :0 N i+ u .d ' W b ovonN6c5 CgvLVo�G� o>a° ;,: v v W ° OD g2 N Q O a V EJ c" > i•1 Ei O a OA 0o N OU m-n L - > yy h A4 v Oy � P 0 "•a 3p w O °/i m Sv Y - ia �v3 x �N Ste, v � °G3O � � Wp OW v o O aai o� A o °oy O 8-0 em 2v o -�o v o >v3c� 0 04 �n�� oaiv 4,5 J 0.0 ° n v°° 3 qj 1 p O O '° 00 ui 0.O w AL m.�J N wA O u ac� to 0.27 W'a� °• d> O x U y C y O ^3 cy °. S a m aCi 3 av) 7 �C� N -oW w u.S E APPENDIX C New Brunswick's Tourism Strategy Toward the Year 2000 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..... ......... 3 BACKGROUND ....... .......... 5 A. Strengths and Weaknesses....... S B. Competitive Analysis .. _ _ ........ 6 C. Trends .................... .. STRATEGIC DIRECTION .......... 8 A. Primary Goal ........... 8 B. Secondary Goal ....... .. ...... 8 C. Vision 2000 ..................... 8 STRATEGY ........................ 9 ACTION PLAN ................... 11 A. Research ...................... 11 B. Marketing .................. ... 11 C. Product Development ..... , .... 11 D. Organization Support ..... ,...._ , 12 E. Standards and Training.... _ _ _ .. 12 ISBN 1 -55048 -222 -X TOURISM, RECREATION AND HERITAGE 0 •z TOURISiv1, RECRi:ATION AND HERITAGE INTRODUCTION "Tourism is one of Canada's largest industries, generating in excess of 520 bil- lion annually in the Canadian economy and employing approximately 600,000 people directly. ", In New Brunswick tourism repre- sents a $500 million industry and employs approximately 18,000 people. The world market is becoming far more competitive and every country and region more sophisticated in attracting and retaining tourists. If New Brunswick is to compete and gain its share of the market, every effort ^bust be made to maximize the Province's full potential through proper planning, coordination and allocation of resources. This strategy is designed to provide a framework that will guide the Province's tourism industry toward the year 2000. The Tourism Strategy of the De- partment of Tourism, Recreation and Her- itage is premised on the following principles. 1. Shared Responsibility — that tourism development is a shared responsibil- ity involving several partners — in- dustry, associations, various levels of government, and others. 2. Regional Development — that each community and region within the Province, in order to optimize their potential for tourism development, must understand, develop and pro- mote the uniqueness of their local environment, culture and natural touristic assets. 3. Quality — that residents and guests are looking for quality products, pro- grams, services, and experiences, and that meeting customer expecta- tions is essential to customer satisfac- tion_ 1. Source: U.S. Pleasure Travel Market. 4. Market Driven — that tempered by our vision of a quality of life environ- ment, tourism development must re- spond to market demands and trends. 5. Building on Strength — that areas of the Province, and tourism products, have varying degrees of potential, and, in the light of scarce resources, it is essential to focus priority on op- portunities offering the greatest po- tential. 6. Critical Mass — that the tourism product must be aggregated or clus- tered, and packaged, on a scale and in a manner that induces travel and visitation_ 7. Accessibility — that relative ease of access and "enjoyability" of travel to prime touring areas within themed regions of the Province is essential to ensuring a pleasant travel experience. 8. Conservation and Preservation — that development must not occur at the expense of our environment or our heritage, which in fact are among our primary tourism assets. 9. Flexibility — that awareness and ope- ness to changing conditions, markets and environments is essential. Based on these principles, and in view of the current state of the tourism industry as briefly set forth in the Back- ground Section of this document, the De- partment herein sets forth its Tourism Strategy Toward The Year 2000. TOURISM, RECREATIO�iN AND HERITAGE BACKGROUND A. STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES 1. Strengths Who and what we are as a people, in- cluding our openess and friendliness, is a major appeal. The Irish and Acadian cultures are alive, interesting and unique in our major market areas. The Lovalist and Acadian heritage products, featuring period architecture and food, provide a uniqueness and attractiveness to our touring product_ New Brunswick is also free from congestion and pollution, with natural and cultural resources, beautiful sce- nery, unique activities and varied expe- riences such as: fishing, hunting, historic sites and museums, fairs and festivals, warm salt water beaches, riv- ers and lakes, green inland countryside, consumptive and non - consumptive wildlife, and specialty foods (ie. salmon, seafood, fiddleheads, and maple syrup). Our strategic geographic location in the Maritime touring product features New Brunswick as the gateway to the "Mari- time Experience ". We are also within a 1600 kilometer radius of 70 million peo- ple. Finally, the fall and winter seasons present ne%v opportunities for product development and expansion from our peak summer tourist season. 2. Weaknesses The awareness level for New Brunswick as a travel destination is not dominant in major markets. In addition, there is no clear concept (image) of what New Brunswick is or what it has to offer the visitor. Tourism initiatives have tended to be widely dispersed, with little or no real attempt to focus efforts on areas or products having the greatest tourism potential - to focus in a fashion that would cause the visitor to travel within the Province. Development has not oc- curred in such a way as to have prod- ucts complement each other or build critical mass; and often access, packag- ing and promotion are lacking for many of our most appealing products_ As a result New Brunswick has become something of a "drive- through Prov- ince". Also included in the underdevel- oped nature of our products is the lack of variety of activities that will keep our guests busy and entertained during the daylight and evenings hours. New Brunswick is lacking in seasonal accommodations in key vacation areas_ There is a lack of alternate accommoda- tions in key tourist areas (bed and breakfast, country inns and cottage clus- ters) which appeal primarily to the vaca- tion travellers. Travel to New Brunswick is dominated by the automobile market (80 to 85% of total guests to the Province)_ The poor condition of our highways significantly detracts from a quality touring expen- ence. Both the industry and regional struc- tures are insufficiently organized and lack a cohesive approach to tourism de- velopment and promotion. The lack of international air gateways inhibits full penetration of international markets for fly -drive. Finally, the hospitality industry suffers from the lack of training programs for management and front line personnel; from high turnover of personnel; and from relatively low pay compared to other jurisdictions. TOURISM, RECREATION AND HERITAGE B. COMPETITIVE ANALYSIS The Department of Tourism, Recreation and Heritage measures its performance levels and competitiveness in the travel industry by comparing itself with Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, using the following variables: 1. Total Tourism Revenues In 1988, tourism revenues in New Brunswick totalled 5490 million, equiva- lent to 37% of the Maritime total (51.3 billion). Since 1981 revenues in New Brunswick have increased at an average annual growth rate of 6.2 percent, slightly higher than the Maritime aver- age (5.7 percent). The following table il- lustrates the revenues, in millions of dollars, for the Maritime Provinces over eight years: N.S. P.E.I. N.B. MARITIMES CANADA 1981 459 140 323 922 16,600 1982 583 140 358 1083 16,751 1983 602 144 368 1114 17,588 1984 527 I26 363 1016 18,657 1985 569 136 392 1097 19,943 1986 533 144 396 1043 19,708 1987 618 143 449 1210 20,744 1988 673 156 490 1319 22,544 Average Annual Growth Rate: 6.3% 2.4% 6.2% 5.7% 4.5% Source: Tourism Canada 2. Induced Tourism Industry Investments Induced investments in the tourism in- dustry reached 5108 million in 1988, equivalent to 42 percent of the Maritime total. The following table shows that New Brunswick has had steady growth over the last five years, while Nova Sco- tia and Prince Edward Island have expe- rienced ups and downs. Source: Tourism Canada 3. Tourism Industry Employment The direct and indirect employment in the Province's tourism industry is esti- mated to total 19,200 in 1988. New Brunswick is the only Maritime Province to experience real growth in employ- ment in the four years from 1985 to 1988. N.S. P.E.I. N.B. I985 23,400 4,800 17,100 1986 21,000 3,900 16,600 1987 23,400 4,700 .18,000 1988 25,500 5,100 19,200 Source: Tourism Canada 4. Availability of Accommodation Units New Brunswick has 9,200 commercial accommodation units, equivalent to al- most 36% of the 25,800 units available in the Maritimes, and has experienced growth as compared to Nova Scotia over the last three years, as shown in the table below. N.S. P.E.I. N.B. 1985 11,000 - 8,800 1986 11,750 - 8,950 1987 12,140 - 9,200 1988 11,600 5,000 9,200 5. Occupancy Rates Although the patterns of annual occu- pancy rates have been almost identical between New Brunswick and Nova Sco- tia, New Brunswick has consistently maintained higher peak season rates. N.S. P.E.I. N.B. 1984 94 22 79 1985 102 24 86 1986 96 20 87 1987 111 26 99 1988 121 28 108 Source: Tourism Canada 3. Tourism Industry Employment The direct and indirect employment in the Province's tourism industry is esti- mated to total 19,200 in 1988. New Brunswick is the only Maritime Province to experience real growth in employ- ment in the four years from 1985 to 1988. N.S. P.E.I. N.B. I985 23,400 4,800 17,100 1986 21,000 3,900 16,600 1987 23,400 4,700 .18,000 1988 25,500 5,100 19,200 Source: Tourism Canada 4. Availability of Accommodation Units New Brunswick has 9,200 commercial accommodation units, equivalent to al- most 36% of the 25,800 units available in the Maritimes, and has experienced growth as compared to Nova Scotia over the last three years, as shown in the table below. N.S. P.E.I. N.B. 1985 11,000 - 8,800 1986 11,750 - 8,950 1987 12,140 - 9,200 1988 11,600 5,000 9,200 5. Occupancy Rates Although the patterns of annual occu- pancy rates have been almost identical between New Brunswick and Nova Sco- tia, New Brunswick has consistently maintained higher peak season rates. Peak Season N.S. N.B. Annual N.S. N.B. 1985 - 75 - 56 1986 74 77 55 56 1987 73 77 55 55 1988 75 76 56 56 TOURISM, RECREATION AND HERITAGE 6. Intraprovincial Travel On a per capita basis New Brunswickers rank second lowest in Canada in terms of travel within their home Province, 32 per cent below the Canadian average. New Brunswick residents took an aver- age 1,636 trips per thousand population within the Province in 1988. On the other hand they took an average 1115 trips per thousand population to outside provinces, a ratio 92 per cent above the Canadian average. erage Number of Trips per Thousand Population (1988) Intra rovincial Interprovincial r_w Brunswick 1,636 1,115 quva Scotia 1,727 777 iada (average) 2,420 580 C. TRENDS In the year 2000, there will be 22% more people age 65 or older and the baby boom generation will occupy the 36-54 age group. The general population is now and will continue to become more educated, more mobile and will be look- ing for quality travel experiences; and the dual income families will continue to be the norm instead of the exception. "Time, rather than money, seems to be the scarce resource which is driving some of the travel pattern changes we are seeing. "= The frequency of trips will continue to increase but less time will be devoted for each trip; and, the modes of transportation being more var- ied will somewhat reflect trip duration. This will therefore have a direct impact on the traditional touring family; that is the two week family touring vacation will be exchanged for the escape week- end or the "three to five night get -away destination vacation market ".' 2. The Conference Board of Canada, Tourism in Perspective, Vol. 2, No. 2, JanciarylFeb- ruary 1939. 3. Ibidem The 1988 New Brunswick Visitors' Studv identified visiting friends and rel- atives and visiting specific sites, loca- tions and attractions as the main motivations for guests travelling to New Brunswick. It is believed that these rea- sons will continue to attract guests to our Province, but more and more sea- soned travellers are looking for quality experiences, at a fair price, in a clean and safe environment with opportuni- ties for experiencing "hands -on" our culture and heritage_ It is also believed that changing economic conditions, such as gearing up for free - trade, will result in increased business travel. Touring is on the downslide as a na- tional trend, but is expected to remain a major product opportunity for New Brunswick and the Maritimes as a whole. Federal and provincial fiscal policies are inflating the price of goods and services because of the need for tax revenues to reduce the respective deficits. Free trade should have a positive impact on tour- ism as goods and services will be traded freely within North America. The dere- gulation of airlines is increasing the fly - drive market at an enormous rate. This, combined with the deregulation of trucking and the abandonment of rail- ways, is placing increased pressures on our air and road transportation infras- tructures. TOURISM, RECREATION AND HERITAGE STRATEGIC DIRECTION A. PRIMARY GOAL To establish New Brunswick as a major Maritime destination area, having its own distinct identity, with a strong im- age and presence in the marketplace. Objectives 1) To increase New Brunswick's market share of gross Maritime tourism reve- nues from 37% in 1988 to 43% by the year 2000. 2) To increase employment in the travel industry from 19,200 in 1988 to 30,000 by the year 2000. 3) To increase annual occupancy rates from 56 % in 1988 to 60% by the year 2000, while increasing room capacity at an average annual rate of 1.5 %a. B. SECONDARY GOAL To increase the level of travel by New Brunswick residents within the Prov- ince. Objective To increase the average number of in- traprovincial trips per thousand popula- tion from 1,636 in 1988 to 2,100 by the year 2000_ C. VISION 2000 By the year 2000, New Brunswick will be recognized as a major destination area within the Maritime context, offer- ing quality travel experiences in all four seasons. Our Province will be consid- ered pristine, beautiful and accessible with protected and well managed na- ture and park areas; and offering oppor- tunities to residents and guests to experience our culture and heritage through quality sites, fairs, festivals and other such attractions and activities. Its features will include some of the clean- est beaches on the eastern seaboard; well managed and active river systems; well maintained and interesting scenic roads; a safe and secure environment; and strategically placed activity and service centers within well- defined themed regions. New Brunswickers will have a strong sense of identity and pride, and there will be a high level of awareness of New Brunswick in the marketplace. There will be a broad range of facilities and activities available to residents and guests that ensure an enjoyable travel experience in the Province. The kev services that will highlight New Brunswick's tourism industry will in- clude: a highly trained service industry which will exemplify the hospitality of New Brunswick and its people; a so- phisticated and technologically ad- vanced information and reservation system; and a gateway system that will give a strong sense of arrival and an in- vitation to stay and visit. TOURISM, RECREATION AND HERITAGE STRATEGY New Brunswick's great appeal fees in who and what we are as a people; our diverse culture and heritage; the Prov- ince's natural beauty; the way we live, work, express ourselves and spend our leisure time. Our challenge is to capture these elements of our lives, within the Maritime experience; and to communicate them, together with the allure of our land- scape and seacoast, to the marketplace. This Tourism Strategy seeks to build on our strengths in key product areas; our geographic location as gateway to the Maritimes; and on our natural attributes including a clean, uncongested environ- ment. At the same time the strategy seeks to encourage travel throughout the Prov- ince by utilizing the concept of themed regions. Such theming would be based on significant natural, cultural or heritage features of the region. These regions should be linked by a network of well - signed highways and scenic roads that in- vite the traveller to circulate within the Province. Efforts will be made as well, to increase accessibility to the Province by fostering improved air links with our ma- jor markets. The strategy focuses on building a greater awareness of New Brunswick as a major Maritime destination area, offer- ing quality travel experiences in all four seasons. Further, it will focus on better packaging of the Province's travel offer- ings; and establishing a more collabora- tive working relationship with the private sector, the various regions of the Prov- ince, and our sister Maritime Provinces. The New Brunswick Tourism Strategy addresses six key areas: 1. Increasing Awareness — it is critical that New Brunswick establish a clear and strong identity of itself as a major Maritime destination area. An important element of the Tourism Strategy is the distillation of a marketable image or identity for the Province, and the agres- sive promotion of this image in the mar- ketplace. 2. Focusing Development on Key Products — the approach will be to focus development efforts on the Province's strengths. The Touring Product ac- counts for approximately 80% of our Tourism Revenue and will continue to be a focal point for growth in the indus- try. This product incorporates our sce- nery, attractions, cultural and heritage resources and scenic roads and vistas into a travel experience for both visitors and residents. Specialty products such as hunting, fishing, outdoor experience, regional skiing, whale watching, among others will be addressed with the view to capitalizing on opp.:::unities and ex- panding the tourist season. To encourage travel throughout the Province it is intended to utilize the concept of themed regions. Product of- ferings - including events and activities - should endeavour to support that theme. The various themed areas should be linked by a network of inter- esting, well- signed trails and scenic routes that contribute to an enjoyable travel experience. 3. Improved Product and Market Packaging — in order to induce travel and visitation it is essential that our products — facilities, services, attrac- tions, activities, etcetera —are packaged effectively to provide appropriate scale and synergy to meet ma: ket expecta- tions and demands. A clustering of product offerings in such a manner, to- gether with the themed region ap- proach, will facilitate and encourage travel throughout the Province. In addition, our marketing efforts must work towards the development of tour- ing and special interest packages that capture the attention of our market and result in extended stay within the Prov- ince_ TOURISLI, RECREATION AND HERITAGE 4. Ensuring a Quality Travel Experience — to ensure delivery of a quality tourism product, and that cus- tomer expectations are met, a number of initiatives are required. The introduction of grading and standard systems for ac- commodations, food and beverage es- tablishments, and attractions will be a cornerstone to providing such quality assurance. Training, at all levels in the industry will serve to enhance the qual- ity of our product offering. Public edu- cation programs dealing with such matters as clean -up, anti - litter, and cre- ating a welcome environment for visi- tors, will serve to create a quality environment for receiving our visitors and ensuring an enjoyable stay in the Province. 5. Four - Seasons — substantial capacity exists in the industry in the non -sum- mer seasons. Every effort should be made to take advantage of opportunities in the off - seasons. Specific attention should be focused on extending our peak season touring product into the fall_ On a selective basis, specialty products and markets will be addressed to realize our full potential during the winter and spring. The regional ski - market, fishing, meetings and conventions, and various festivals are but examples of these op- portunities. 10 6. Developing Partnership Approach — realization of the full potential of the tourism industry in the Province is a shared responsibility. Public and private interests at all levels must forge a part- nership that effectively unifies their ef- forts. A strong dynamic entrepreneurial com- munity is crucial to the success of this strategy. Primary responsibility for product development must rest with the private sector_ Government must take the lead in marketing the Province, in providing adequate and appropriate in- frastructure, and in ensuring a sound business climate. Local and regional or- ganizations must ensure the optimum utilization of resources in their commu- nities, or regions. All of these partners must share a com- mon vision, and have an understanding of each others respective roles. Strong industry and regional organizations will facilitate both the development of shared objectives, and the harnessing of initiatives by the various participants. TOURISM, RECREATION AND HERITAGE ACTION PLAN The implementation of the Prov- ince's Tourism Strategy will be actioned through five major functional areas. A. RESEARCH To identify market and product oppor- tunities so as to focus limited resources in the most productive manner_ • Conduct ongoing base market and product research_ • Crystalize a marketable Provincial im- age /identity. • Identify target market and product opportunities. • Track and assess trends and competi- tive activities. • Monitor and evaluate product and program performance. B. MARKETING To build awareness of New Brunswick as a major Maritime destination area, and promote travel within the Province. • Promote a strong and marketable im- age /identity in primary and secondary markets. • Undertake co- operative advertising with industry and regions to encour- age travel within Province. • Develop a co- operative marketing ini- tiative with our Maritime partners, to focus on Maritime travel. • Concentrate advertising and promo- tional efforts in our four primary mar- ket areas (Ontario, Quebec, New England, and the Maritimes)_ • Extend major markets to include New York, New Jersev, Pennsylvania and the Washington - Baltimore area. • Strengthen in- Province campaign to promote travel by residents within the Province. • Undertake targeted marketing efforts at specialty markets offering signifi- cant potential for growth. • Undertake expanded fall promotion campaign in order to extend peak tourism season; and on selective ba- sis, address winter and spring sea- sons. • Develop better and more enticing travel packages to meet the needs of a changing industry by guests, by way of focusing on prime touring areas within themed regions, scenic roads, major attractions and events, and en- hancing our presence at gateways into the Province. C. PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT To ensure a travel experience that en- tices guests and residents to visit, travel and stay within the Province. • Focus on developing the Province's key products which include the tour- ing product and such specialty prod- ucts as identified by research. • Seek to cluster products, services and activities in such a manner as to achieve the necessary critical mass re- quired to both attract and retain visi- tors to the Province. • Develop a themed region approach with complementary product and marketing initiatives_ • Establish a network of scenic roads and touring trails by following rigid criteria, ensuring reasonable mainte- nance and provision of services and offering appropriate travel amenities. • Improve accessibility to the Province, focussing on the importance of air service (gateways) to major markets. • Foster the development of seasonal and alternate accommodations and services in prime touring areas within themed regions_ • Encourage and facilitate the provision of activities and events throughout the Province, particularly those that complement the regional theme. • Extend peak season by taking the lead in prolonging operating periods of critical facilities_ • Act as catalyst in bringing together product/ development opportunities, developers, and capital in an orga- nized and systematic manner. • Ensure development is consistent with maintenance of our quality of life environment. • Develop policies for protecting beaches, coastal areas, and other areas of importance to our tourism in- dustry. 11 TOURISM, RECREATION AiND HERITAGE D. ORGANIZATION SUPPORT To foster a partnership approach to tourism development in order to pro- vide optimum leveraging of all public and private initiatives and resources so as to ensure a synergy of efforts. • Facilitate the establishment of strong regional associations or agencies, con- sistent with the move toward themed regions. • Facilitate the establishment of a strong industry organization designed to focus on significant industry issues and bring about co- operative initia- tives. • Facilitate, and participate in, the preparation of regional tourism devel- opment plans that focus on strengths and opportunities, that are consistent with the themed reilion coY",gpL dnQ thai drr 4vMp.CL1 Le wun overall de- velopment plans for the region. I Develop a collaborative and co- opera- tive mechanism for Maritime initia- tives in Tourism. 12 E. STANDARDS AND TRAINING To provide a quality travel experience i New Brunswick, and ensure that the e pectations of our visitors are met_ • Facilitate the introduction of aggres- sive grading systems in the areas of accommodation, food and beverage, and attractions_ • Improve hospitality training in co -op- eration with the industry and in col- laboration with other government Departments and levels of govern- ment_ • Undertake public education and awareness programs designed to en- hance the tourism experience in the Province_ • Establish an awards program to en- courage and recognize excellence. THEMED REGIONS A Discussion Paper for the New Brunswick Travel Industry Marketing and Development Division Tourism; Recreation and Heritage. June 1990 PRINCIPLES * Shared Responsibility ' Regional Development * Quality * Market Driven * Building on Strengths * Critical Mass * Accessibility * Conservation and Preservation * Flexibility Tourism Strategy Toward the Year 2000 integrity is maintained. These principles also mean that regions must build on their strengths through the clustering of travel products and services enhanced by ease of access, and flexibility within the travel industry decision structure at all levels. The principles are supported by a vision for the travel industry that can be adopted by all sectors. Commitment to these marketing and development guides at all levels within New Brunswick can mean a stronger and more dynamic travel industry for the 1990's and beyond. Meeting the challenge as set out by a vision requires commitment and mobilization of resources at the local, regional and provincial levels. To achieve this the Department believes it is fundamental that local people within regions of the-Province understand, develop and promote their locality. A dynamic and healthy Provincial travel industry is dependent upon a dynamic and healthy travel industry at the community and regional levels. it is also important that local leadership and initiatives consistent with the principles be encouraged. A first step in addressing this challenge is for the travel industry partners to identify themed regions that can be used as an effective promotion, marketing and development tool to position New Brunswick a -. :,.e reyicrs within ;,fie Province as areas where travellers will want to circulate. This consultation process Is aimed at soliciting your assistance with clarifying and defining the themed region concept as the. basis for decision making and for the development of programs and services. THEMED REGIONS CAN MEHT TRAVEL INDUSTRY CHALLENGES While themed regions can serve as useful geographic units for successful marketing and development, the themed region concept can also contribute towards a stronger travel Industry by addressing problems or weakness within the sector. Challenges identified by the strategy, Tourism Strate-gy Towards the Yeai 2000, that can be addressed include: 1, the development of a clear image of what New Brunswick is or what it has to offer the visitor through clearly defined, communicated and developed themes representing New Brunswick's regional diversity; 2. the development of product clusters that can be packaged, promoted and linked for maximum social and economic benefit at the local, regional and provincial levels, and; 3. the development of organizations that will contribute to a cohesive and coordinated travel industry promotion and development approach. CRITERIA FOR DEFINING THEMED REGIONS What are the most appropriate criteria to be used to define workable and realistic boundaries for themed regions? The answer is that there are many. Not all will be equally important for helping to define all regions. However, as consultation regarding the themed region occurs, cur partners and other participants may wish to consider the following, and their relative importance and Q Existing Regional Boundaries Travel Guide County Boundaries S� RESTlcaucr+s uatANcs ?I.f" MIRA1{ICm BASIN SOUrMcAST SAINT Jam �- RIVER VALLEY J:FUNOY TIDAL COAST A 46 Initial Consultatlon- proposed Boundaries and Variations Thereof M�..r. ACAOIAN OAST auYaao4s r 1 VALLE7 ANCHOR •X A 7 E R W A Y S a� Commission Boundaries `r...M. + _w Iwrr r.,,1 ~ I 1 rr.r.•777�� I;;; travel organizations be supported? PROGRAMS AND SERVICES NEEDED Having identified and agreed upon themed regions and supporting organizational structures, the consultation will need to focus on complementary and supporting programs and services that will make the themed region approach work for the travel Industry. Identifying appropriate programs and services, and supporting these, is clearly a joint responsibility of all travel industry partners. It will be important to clearly define the roles and responsibilities of all partners, and to determine the programs and services required and for whom. Programs and services that might be considered include: * Marketing and promotion, Signage, * Planning and research * Project development advocacy, co- ordination and facilitation, * Fund raising, * Training and Education, Industry information dissemination for business planning, * Image development, * Networking among travel industry partners and between the travel industry and visitors, * Data banking, * Literature development. This raises the following questions: * Are there Other programs and services that can be identified? * What organizational level should be responsible for which programs or services listed? How, and by whom, would these programs and services be supported? * How would coordination of programs and services development occur with both the public and private sectors of the travel industry? THE NEXT STE?S IN THE CONSULTATION PROCESS: YOUR INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE The approach to the consultation process will reflect the Department's commitment to developing a working partnership at all levels of the travel industry. Therefore, a team approach to defining themed region boundaries, Identifying themed region names, examining organizational options and assessing program and service needs will: be utilized. The consultation team will be composed of a field representive from tiTe Department of Tourism, Recreation and Heritage, a representative from the travel industry, a representative from Tourism Canada (ISTC), secretarial services, supported by the Coordinator of the Regional Development Branch from the Provincial Department. The consultation meetings will be chaired by a departmental representative. Meeting participation will involve the industry leaders and will be by invitation. The consultation process will be conducted in 12 areas , throughout the Province and will follow a roundtable discussion and workshop format. The themed regions will be an important new approach to developing the travel industry within New Brunswick and to sending a clearer message to the market place. The Department looks forward to your participation in this consultation process and the results thereof. New Brunswick THEMED REGIONS Tourism Partners' Perspective A Consensus Paper Tourism, Recreation & Heritage September 1990 THEMED REGIONS Tourism Partners' Perspective A Consensus Paper Facilitated by: Regional Development Branch Tourism Division Department of Tourism Recreation and Heritage THEMED REGIONS TOURISM PARTNERS' PERSPECTIVE: A CONSENSUS PAPER 1. THEMED REGION DEVELOPMENT PROCESS The Department of Tourism, Recreation and Heritage's Tourism Strategy Toward The Year 2000 commits the New Brunswick Government, in partnership with the tourism industry, to the development of a themed region approach that can be effectively used for tourism development and marketing. The strategy is based on nine key principles that provide a framework for the themed region approach. These principles suggest that tourism development is a shared responsibility between public and private sector partners; must be sensitive to regional commonalities and diversities; must focus on developing quality products - that will reflect market demands while ensuring environmental integrity; must build on regional strengths and focus on product clustering and packaging; and be supported by a tourism industry structure that is flexible and effective. The themed region approach is focused on addressing three fundamentally important issues to the future of tourism in New Brunswick. These are: C the development of a clear tourism image, a the development of product clusters that can be packaged, marketed and linked for maximum benefit, a the development of strong and effective organizations supportive of tourism at the local, regional and provincial levels. To develop the themed region approach, the Department has instituted a comprehensive consultation process (Figure 1) with its tourism partners that will result in a .consensus on how best to implement the themed region concept for the benefit of the tourism industry and the Province as a whole. Based on initial interviews with industry representatives, the Department prepared a Themed Region Discussion Pager (Step 1) that challenged tourism industry partners to identify appropriate themed region names, geographic • to develop strong and effective local and regional organizations that can assist with the development and marketing of New Brunswick's tourism products; • to enhance the ease with which tourists can plan their visits and tours within New Brunswick; • to enhance the opportunities for tourism investment; • to contribute to organizational rationalization for efficient and effective decision making; • to facilitate the identification of regional priorities and the formulation of comprehensive regional plans; • to enhance the professional image of the tourism industry and overall tourism industry confidence. C. Factors considered in identifying themed regions The Themed Region Discussion Paoer identified a number of general criteria _ that could be considered by participants in their efforts to identify themed region boundaries and names. These criteria were further refined by participants in the meetings prior to the identification of boundaries and names. Factors most often identified as being important indluded: • the natural features of the area and the manner in which these features provided a unique identity; • the ethnic mix or cultural diversity within an area; • the availability of attractions that complemented one another; the ease of accessibility to the area; the variety of services available. Based on the use of these priority criteria, meeting patclpants worked towards a consensus on themed region boundaries and names. 3. CONSENSUS ON THEMED REGION BOUNDARIES AND NAMES A Themed region boundaries Thirteen maps were developed during thirteen meetings meld with tourism MAP 1 7 adventure, with a focus on the natural environment, provides an array of opportunities for the development of both touring and specialty- products. Coast This region represents the east coast of the Province extending from Campbellton to the Nova Scotia border. This area contains a number of attractions associated with the coastal theme that can be effectively packaged and is complemented by a diverse history and cultural mix. Fundy This region is identified by the Bay of Fundy coast line and has diverse recreation, lifestyle and environmental features that reflect the historical as well as the present structure of the area. Within the consensus option there was some uncertainty about key geographic centres and how these might be placed within regions. Moncton, which serves as a strategic distribution point within the Province for those entering from Nova Scotia and from Prince Edward Island, was placed in both the Coast and Fundy regions. It would appear that Moncton will play an important rote in terms of both of these regions and will easily relate to both of them. The dominant argument, however, was for Moncton to be included in the Coast region since it relates more directly to the beaches. A second area of uncertainty related to the position of the Sackville area. This community is located at the head of the Bay of Fundy and therefore relates to the Fundy region, but also relates to the Coast region given its natural ties with the Northumberland Strait area. On both of these matters further discussion is needed and a resolution required. The next set of meetings held at the local, regional and provincial levels will require developing a final position on boundaries. Is the consensus map acceptable? Is there support for Map 2? What are the key arguments in support of the final consensus position that is developed regionally and provincially? While building on the options initially presented in the Teemed Region Discussion Pacer, these newly developed options more closely reflect the views of the tourism industry partners. The three options are very similar with all options supporting a three tiered organizational structure for the tourism industry. Wide support exists for local, regional and provincial structures that can effectively deal with tourism industry development and marketing issues at all levels.. For the purposes of this paper the term "body" has been used. The question of appropriate term to describe the newly formed organizations is raised later in this paper. A. OraanL—=t:icnal cordon #1 tructural hierarchy in which all tourism Option 1 provides for a simple s operators and industry partners would join a Local Tourism Body. The Local Tourism Bodies would in turn elect members to represent local interests at the regional level, while Regional Tourism Bodies would elect representatives to a Provincial Tourism Body. The advantage of this option is its simplicity and clear reporting lines. There are two major disadvantages: first is the questionable assumption that all tourism operators and industry partners are willing to join a Local Tourism Body and allow both Regional and Provincial Bodies to represent their particular tourism sector views; and second, that existing Tourism Industry Sector Associations such as Bed and Breakfast, Heritage Inns, etc. would only act as a resource to the Provincial Tourism Body, with no voting privileges. B. Organizadonal option #2 Option 2 is similar to Option 1 except that the tourism operators would have their own Provincial Private Sector Association. The Provincial Tourism Body then would include a voting member from each Regional Tourism Body, as well as a voting member from the Provincial Private Sector Association. The advantage to this option is the ability for tourism operators to maintain a Provincial Private Sector Association that can represent their concerns on operational matters. The :disadvantage of this option is that tourism operators, who are responsible for 80% to 85 1/10 of tourism revenues for New Brunswick, would not be appropriately represented on the Provincial Tourism Body, with representative voting powers. C. Organizational action #3 It is clear from the thirteen themed region meetings that Option 3 is preferred. 4 As illustrated, this option supports the need for a local, regional and provincial organizational hierarchy, but in this option Tourism Industry Sector Associations are maintained, for example, Bed and Breakfast Association, Outfitters Association, Heritage Inns Association. Once again the Provincial Tourism Body is composed of a voting member from each Regional Tourism Body, as well as one voting member from each of the Tourism Industry Sector Associations. The advantages of this option are the balance achieved between tourism industry sector interests and the ability for these sectors to put forward positions that relate directly to their operations; and the need for all tourism partners to collectively contribute to a dynamic and healthy tourism industry within the Province through a Provincial Tourism Body. The disadvantage is the possibility that tourism operators might dominate the Provincial Tourism Body as a result of membership through the Regional Tourism Bodies and their own Tourism Industry Sector Associations. There is a need to focus on a preferred option and to develop in greater detail a workable organizational structure. The following questions assist to focus discussions in this regard: o What is the preferred organizational hierarchy for the tourism industry within New Brunswick? is it Option 1, 2, 3 or a variation thereof? o How will voting powers be allocated for fair represenfatron Of both tourism operators and non -operators at the provincial level? C What are the roles of the various bodies - local, regional, provincial - and how can the defined roles result in a series of building blocks that contribute to a prosperous tourism industry? Should these organLa#rons be incorporated as non -profit or profit bodies? What terminology best represents the nature of these organizations? Association? Commission? Corporation? One issue that was raised in many of the meetings was that of paid staff and financial assistance to operate the organizations at all levels. it is clear that there is no consensus and that further discussion will need to occur regarding these matters. 15 and services; ,,q development of a statistical data bank available to the tourism industry for business pianning, marketing, etc.; annual conference on tourism. l B. Long term projects • program to fund themed region brochures; • program to fund municipal tourism brochures; • themed region entrance signage program; • themed region map preparation and distribution; • how -to manual on fund raising for regional organizations; • comprehensive regional planning; • tourism industry seminars; • leadership skills training program for local, regional and provincial organization members; • promotion video for each themed region; • trade shows; • directory of financial resources; • information resource centre for the tourism industry on training, management, planning, etc. The ideas presented in this document should be regarded as the tools or mechanisms for making the themed region approach work for all tourism industry partners. Clarity on these mechanisms is not important at this time, but it must be remembered that the themed region approach will only work if all tourism partners are prepared to commit resources to advance the tourism industry in a productive and results oriented manner. Questions that remain to be addressed include: • What short term programs and services are priority items, for success with the themed region approach Mao might be acted upon immediately9 • What long tens programs and services are priority items for success with the themed region approach? • Who will fund which programs and services and who will be responsible for which programs and services? 17 APPENDIX 1 MEETING LOCATIONS AND NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS Location Date # Invited # Attending Woodstock July 9 32 12 Grand Falls July 10 24 13 Edmundston July 11 33 14 Campbeliton July 12 30 15 Bathurst July 13 32 15 Tracadie July 16 44 17 Newcastle July 17 32 17 Richibucto July 18 27 14 Moncton July 19 30 18 Shediac duly 24 26 16 Fredericton July 23 49 20 Saint John July 24 58 20 St. Andrews July 25 32 16 TOTAL 449 207 APPENDIX D The Greater Saint John Tourism Development Plan GREATER SAINT JOHN TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PLAN A COORDINATED STRATEGY Prepared For: Enterprise Saint John Fundy Regional Development Commission Prepared By: Submitted On: Chris Ketchum February 13, 1998 FUTURE ATLANTIC Consulting Services Ltd. INTRODUCTION In November 1997, FUTURE ATLANTIC Consulting Services Ltd. was contracted by Enterprise Saint John to investigate avenues through which to develop and implement a coordinated tourism strategy for the Greater Saint John area. It had been recognized that, while a wide variety of tourism related activities occur each year, much of it is independently focussed or does not gain all of the advantages and benefits that could be achieved through a common platform. This document recommends a coordinated tourism strategy for the Greater Saint John and neighbouring areas associated with the Bay of Fundy leisure destination. It is based on input obtained through sessions held with a wide cross section of the local tourism and hospitality community, in addition to previous research and work conducted by FUTURE ATLANTIC on the Bay of Fundy region and tourism to New Brunswick It briefly reviews current trends in tourism, the province's current strategies towards product development and market growth, and identifies a variety of potential opportunities for the Greater Saint John area and the province's Department of Economic Development and Tourism to work together in future tourism programming. Finally, this document recommends a number of opportunities for the Greater Saint John area to consider in new areas of focus, increasing visitor nights and activities desired by its guests, and coordinating these activities into a cohesive tourism plan for the area. 5 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS Through the efforts of the city, the province and the region inbound tourism has become one of the leading economic growth engines for Atlantic Canada. During the past several years, based on aggressive strategies and new approaches to tourism marketing, New Brunswick has become the nation's leader, not only in program innovation, but also growth in visitation. While many visitors continue to tour the Atlantic region, more and more are spending increased time in New Brunswick and the Greater Saint John area. The province's recent launch of the three year Bay of Fundy program is a significant event for both the province and one of its major program partners, the Greater Saint John area., The Bay of Fundy is being positioned as centrepiece to a new, world class leisure destination in North America, scientifically authenticated to be of significance as a natural phenomena equal to the Grand Canyon and Australia's Great Barrier reef. In addition to this major destination attraction, the area's many other attributes are being highlighted and promoted in a strategic and targeted fashion. While this program is an important step forward towards pursuing new sources of inbound tourism, it has also creates the opportunity to reflect on current approaches and attitudes towards how the Greater Saint John area markets itself as a key component to the Bay of Fundy leisure product, and how it coordinates local product development and delivery efforts towards hosting and entertaining its visitors. In such a rapidly evolving world, traditional roles and responsibilities towards inbound tourism between various players (ie: province, city, local organizations, suppliers, etc.) and the methods of marketing and promoting tourism have changed from even a few short years ago. As success grows the market and creates future opportunities, the ability to maintain a strong focus on the many components of tourism programming becomes increasingly challenged. Some of what used to be the primary focus of the province's tourism activities requires evolution to local levels as the province's portfolio of tourism programming continues to expand. In addition, new fledgling tourism opportunities require nurturing by the local community to grow these initiatives that are currently too small for the province to fully address. A good example of this scenario is the growing cruise ship business to Saint John. This tourism opportunity is likely of insufficient size and overall impact at this stage for the province to direct significant resources and attention to this new tourism source. As explored further in this report, this opportunity is extremely important to the Greater Saint John area is it represents a high profile and upper class market segment that can grow, not only in size of cruise ship activity and visitation, but also offers the long term potential to develop new product programming such as Air / Cruise and Fly / Drive packages for those we can convince to return to the Bay of Fundy on a more leisurely pace. The coordinated tourism strategy presented in this report is centred around business development focussed on destination marketing which attracts new travel industry business to the Greater Saint T John and surrounding area, and delivering local products, packages and hospitality that create fulfilling experiences for its guests and creates the desire to return to the Bay of Fundy. It also targets serving the needs and interests of a diverse group of visitors, some of whom are in the area for as little as a few hours. Today, most visitors do not come to the area simply because of the Bay of Fundy; it is one of several attractions that guests visit as they travel throughout the region_ The success of more visitors coming to the Greater Saint John area, and remaining longer than the traditionally short lengths of stay, will have a significant future economic impact on the area_ Therefore, the key element critical to the success of the recommended strategy is the future positioning of the Greater Saint John area relative to the Bay of Fundy destination product. In today's highly competitive and often confusing world of leisure travel marketing, it is proposed that the names New Brunswick or Saint John have Iittle impact on the success of tourism destination marketing. The Bay of Fundy; One of the marine Wonders of the World is the global icon that will ultimately establish the area's positioning as a new, world class leisure destination in the new target markets required to generate future growth in inbound tourism to the area. . Significant resources and funds are being expended by the province on the three year Bay of Fundy program strategically targeting selected cities in Canada and the U.S., and the Greater Saint John area must associate itself with this positioning in order to maximize the benefits of being the centre attraction destination within the Bay of Fundy tourism icon. The coordinated program recommended for the Greater Saint John area is outlined in the summary provided on Page 8. Organizationally, the new Greater Saint John Tourism Authority is a blend of the previous Saint John Visitor and Convention Bureau and a new focus on product development and delivery. The benefits of this strategy to the Greater Saint John area's tourism efforts include: • A strategic and focussed tourism agenda that everyone can relate to • A game plan that benefits both the city and the surrounding area • Maximizing the effective use of available funding and cooperative initiatives between all levels of participation (ie: provincial, municipal, associations, etc.) • Partnering in quality marketing and promotional opportunities presented to both consumers and the travel industry • Coordinating the marketing and delivery of products, including pre booking and purchase, to tour organizations featuring the region as a quality leisure destination • Taking control of product development and delivery in the region to help improve current and future programs coming to the region (ie: motorcoach, cruise, escorted affinity groups, etc.) • Positioning the city as more than "The City of Saint John" • Executing a communications program that keeps everyone in the region informed and updated on tourism objectives, results, activities and other key information 7 Given its planned role to coordinate all economic functions for Saint John, the Authority would operate under the wing of the newly formed Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission, and take strategic direction from an advisory committee appointed by the Commission. The Authority's business development focus will be accomplished through a streamlined and refined agenda from the city's previous Visitor Bureau, while the product focus will be achieved through qualified and interested participation by local business people involved in the product, service and hospitality sectors of the community. The development and delivery of these locally designed products can be facilitated through the qualified Tour Operators located in the Greater Saint John area who have the expertise to execute the programs required by the Authority. Together, these two mainstreams comprising the Authority be responsible and accountable to deliver a coordinated product portfolio for the Greater Saint John and surrounding area for use in marketing, promotions, customer service and other key elements in tourism programming. 7& COORDINATED TOURISM STRATEGY EXECUTIVE OVERVIEW Organization: The Greater Saint John Tourism Authority Two mainstreams - Destination Marketing Product development and delivery Target Audiences: Strategies: General road travel Motorcoach Cruise Ship Fly / Drive Meetings and conventions i . Work with current and future motorcoach operators to increase the length of stay in the Bay of Fundy area. 2. Develop and deliver short duration packaged products for pre marketing and pre purchase, targeting short stay visitors, including the meeting and convention market. 3. initiate a "Come Again and Stay Longer" program targeting short stay visitors. 4. Educate and involve the entire community in supporting tourism. 5. Work closely with the province's tourism activities to maximize benefit to the Greater Saint John area. E? E The Greater Saint John area has the unique advantage of multi modal access via road, air and sea. As the future growth in inbound tourism to the Bay of Fundy will be generated largely through Fly / Drive programs, the airport will play a prominent role in the product offered to visitors. To accommodate new growth in air travel, air access to the region from target markets and increased capacity on existing routes from Central Canada must be pursued. This activity must be coordinated with the province, the Saint John area and the Saint John airport in order to deliver a cohesive and compelling proposition to the airline community as to the future potential of the marketplace. Equally important will be the new Airport Authority to plan for future air service development so that new air services can be efficiently accommodated within the realistic capabilities of the airport. The following recommendations are also presented in support of the proposed coordinated strategy for the Greater Saint John area: 1. Operate local Visitor Information Centres in the downtown core on a year round basis, at the airport on a seasonal basis and as required to support major events, and a portable Centre that can roam to various venues including cruise ship and motorcoach locations. 2. Initiate regular communications and open houses designed to introduce, educate and involve the community in hosting tourism. These opportunities could also be used to showcase the cross section of local product that exists in the area. 3. Gain the support of local universities and colleges to provide assistance in conducting market research, program follow up and program benchmarking. 4. Create communications links between the local Visitor Information Centres and the province's consumer call centre to allow those interested specifically in product and information concerning the Greater Saint John area to be channelled to the local experts. APPENDIX E The 1998 Tourism Budget Saint John Visitor and Convention Centre The City of Saint John Community Services Department Tourism. Budget (Proposed) 1999 .A.dditiorW expeuses are it c ded in Parks and Real Estate budgets for property maintename Total budget approaches $775,000. lliepared by; w_ > Navewbw z7, r9s SS sq!ari s Wages �nd Benefits: Staff of five 248,861 Wagm bMeas for VIC staff and $arc's 134,365 Total Person: �i83,22b Goods Aad Services Travel Sales trips, rented vehicles for fame 70,800 Office .9xation i Postage, courier, insurance, telephone, phowcopier, fax 38,730 Ad Qrtising Trade journals, tourist oublicatons, TV, signs 42,8W Trig Computer, second language 4,000 Partnerships `Fundy Partnersf7ip" $25,000, others 29,000 Remptions/Fams 14,000 Trade Memberships Other Burin= Services Graphic Design, entertaiaaaent if=s cleaners etc 19,000 Office rri rnent 2,000 Rental Visitor Information Market Square 17,000 EgrIIPmC31t Rcrrtai Computer projectors, photocopier, OLc. 4,200 Meals Meetings with parmers, safes tunkets 1,754 HmAware BuIb mist ?,OW Promotional. Materials Lapel puns, other promotional materials 5,500 Prated Mkeriai Design and production of maps, brochures, visitor guides 90,E §tt- 3,500 Office Y&ai Staplers, printers 2,600 Goods & Services Tots# S355,080 Tomrism Tots! $-/38,-3" .A.dditiorW expeuses are it c ded in Parks and Real Estate budgets for property maintename Total budget approaches $775,000. lliepared by; w_ > Navewbw z7, r9s APPENDIX F Qualitative Research Study Saint John Tourism Advisory Committee ■ Conclusions Conclusions This research project was undertaken by Corporate Research Associates Inc. (CRA) on behalf of the Saint John Tourism Advisory Committee and Enterprise Saint John to explore issues related to tourism promotion in the Greater Saint John area. Two focus groups were conducted with tourist operators from the area who represented a broad range of industry experience including accommodation properties, food and beverage establishments, visitor attractions and major event facilities. The following conclusions are based on the findings from this research: • Tourism is best defined and most useful to the industry when considered broadly as `people experiencing something outside of their everyday pattern ". Although group participants initially thought of tourism as visitors coming from outside the area, they quickly reconfigured and broadened that definition. In actuality, they were able to identify that the tourism industry in the Greater Saint John area can offer residents and visitors to the area a wide variety of experiences from which significant economic activity can be generated. As well, by defining tourism in a narrow sense, the industry in the Greater Saint John area may limit itself. Notwithstanding the area's natural attractions and despite refurbishment of the city in recent years, Saint John continues to be widely perceived as an industrial and unattractive city based to a great degree on a continuing poor self - image. Operators were aware of the historic image of Saint John as an industrial city, ugly and polluted. To eradicate such an image, they suggested IO© CRA Inc.; October, 98 Saint John Tourism Advisory Committee ■ Conclusions instilling a sense of pride in the area's citizens, prompting residents to see the area's natural beauty, the city's renewal and its unique character with fresh eyes. Only then will positive attitude and pride in community allow them to act as ambassadors for the Saint John area. The Greater Saint John area lacks a well defined tourism development strategy needed to fully realize the area's potential. Participants identified that business and the community are not presently aware of the untapped tourism potential that exists in the Greater Saint John area. Some noted that effort is needed to harness and direct individual and collective efforts and to study, guide and promote development toward recognized and agreed upon goals. Such focused effort would be better able to address gaps described by industry operators and to develop an overall tourism package for the area. • The Municipal Tourism Department provides a variety of tourism services in the Greater Saint John area, however, their broad and important functions may not always be clearly understood within the industry. Although many operators were aware of the Department, not all were clear on its mandate or the breadth of services provided. Many profit from and value the promotional materials the Department produces, but others were not aware, did not like, or had found access to these materials cumbersome. Not all operators were able to identify or were even aware of the Department's lead roles in such activities as co- ordinating tourist services and sites in the area, promoting large industry convention and motor coach markets, and other developmental activities. *X© CRA Inc.; October, 98 rr Saint John Tourism Advisory Committee ■ Conclusions 3 • The multitude of committees and boards in Saint John, which are charged with promotion and development of area tourism, leave operators critical of this division of industry, energy and resources. Some operators expressed a concern for the energy and clout lost with the existence of the many groups involved with area tourism. In their own uncertainty, some recognized that so many bodies leads to confusion, a diffusion and loss of information, and a blurring of roles and mandates. C CRA Inc.; October, 98 Saint John Tourism Advisory Committee a Recommendations 4 Recommendations The following recommendations are offered to the Saint John Tourism Advisory Committee and Enterprise Saint John. They are based on the conclusions and research findings of this qualitative research study: 1. Develop a tourism strategy for industry development in the Greater Saint John Area. 2. Commence steps to discuss amalgamation of the various tourism bodies in the Saint John area to increase efficiency and industry support. 3. Within the Municipal Tourism Department, take steps to improve communication of its mandate, to strengthen its communication to the full range of industry operators, to work to improve dissemination of tourism literature and to increase the involvement of industry players. @ CRA Inc.; October, 98 APPENDIX G .. ,-. SWOT Analysis SWOT ANALYSIS - PROPOSED ORGANIZATION Link to Enterprise Saint John (ESJ) and other Business Resource Centre partners Established funding and regional approach of ESJ ESJ board membership of municipal and private sector representatives New advisory committee's support and representation from the business community Open competition to hire best candidates for tourism positions Flexibility to respond to changes in the marketplace Firmly position Greater Saint John as the hub and Ieader of tourism promotion for the Bay of Fundy product and the lower St. John/ Kennebecasis River valleys Strong competitor to Greater Moncton's recent tourism thrust Heightened profile of tourism body by placing priority to its economic significance to the region Creation of Product Development function via linkage to other arms of ESJ (business developmenttentrepreneur development) Regional voice to lobby for product development (ie: Interpretative Centre) Maximize the effective use of available funding and cooperative initiatives available through all participants (ie: provincial, municipal, ACOA and private sector) Creation of Return on Investment measuring system that includes revenue generation for Greater Facilities (ie: Trade & Convention Centre, Harbour Station) New leadership/team/vision/budgetary process Create confidence in the business community Fulfilment of a bilingualism mandate Review and consolidation of existing organizations (ie: Venue Saint John, Hospitality Saint John, Cruise Saint John, Uptown Saint John) with respect to tourism mandates Joint/cross marketing and promotion opportunities of ESJ and new organization Potential for future expansion of geographical boundaries within Bay of Fundy region Potential loss of staff and expertise from Saint John Visitor and Convention Bureau Ability to stay the course with increased exposure to influence from partners /private sector Potential for conflicting priorities between economic development and tourism functions Lass of direct linkage with city department support systems Funding continuit dcompetition Potential lack of immediate support from Economic Development Tourism & Culture tourism function. * The Tourism Advisory Committee recognizes that it is difficult to establish ivealnzesses of a theoretical model. 12 Office of the Mary L. Munford P.G. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Common Clerk Common Clerk Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 January 25, 1999 Mr. Gordon Friars President River Valley Ground Search & Rescue Team Inc. P.Q. Box 3581, Station B Saint John, NB E2M 4Y2 Dear Sir: At a meeting of the Common Council, held on the 98th instant, the following resolution was adopted, namely:- E�R�'i1?J City of Saint John " RESOLVED that the letter from River Valley Ground Search & Rescue Team Inc. advising of its regret in receiving the letter stating that the City of Saint John would once again not support it and that, as the largest of the municipalities the Team covers, it finds it very strange that it cannot expect the support of Saint John while the other towns recognize its contribution; and offering to provide a briefing on who the Team is and what it does -- be referred to the City's Emergency Measures Committee for review and a report to Council." Yours truly, Mary�unford Common Clerk MLM:sc /Z The Mayor and Council City of Saint John 15 Market Square Saint John, New Brunswick E2L IE8 Your Worship and Council; River Valley Ground Search & Rescue Team Inc. Post Office Box 3551 Station B Saint John, New Brunswick E2M 4Y2 It was with deep regret that I read your letter stating the City of Saint John would once again not support the River Valley Ground Search & Rescue Team. As the largest of the municipalities we cover I find it very strange that we cannot expect the support of Saint John while the other towns do recognize our contribution. The majority of our members are residents of Saint John and the majority of our searches take place within Saint John's boundaries. I find it especially confusing in light of one of the stated reason for the recent tax increase was to allow for the support of community organizations. I feel I must remind you that the River Valley Ground Search & Rescue Team is not a social club created to benefit the few but a legitimate emergency response organization. We are comprised of dedicated volunteers who are available to respond to any and all requests to find missing persons at any time of the day or night. On one search alone in Saint John in the past year we contributed hundreds of manhours at absolutely no cost other than the cost of fuel and telephones. While I fully understand there are many demands on a limited amount of taxpayers dollars, the support of the communities we serve is crucial to our survival. We will continue to try to live up to our motto of `Finding Those In Need' where ever they may be, but without your support you have made our task more difficult. I remain available at any time to discuss this letter or our recent request. Additionally I would be happy to provide a briefing on who we are and what we do. Please feel free to contact me at 652 -1379 at any time. JAN 131999 ^ 11k 7 .s�.;� Sincerely Gordon Friars President 13 Office of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common Clerk January 25, 1999 Mr_ Bill Farren President Saint John & District Labour Council 560 Main Street Building A, Suite 210 Saint John, NB E2K 1J5 Dear Sir: P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint John New Brunswick Canada EA 4L1 At a meeting of the Common Council, held on the 18th instant, the following resolution was adopted, namely:- W City of saint John " RESOLVED that the letter from the Saint John & District Labour Council referring to the City's 1999 budget; and advising that, although it was hard to find an affiliated member who was in support of another tax increase, everyone at its January 7 monthly meeting agreed that, in order for the City to maintain services it currently has, this was a necessary step for the elected civic government to take -- be received and filed with thanks." Yours truly, t L. °Hanford Common Clerk MLM :sc Her Worship, Shirley A. McAlary January 8,1999 Mayor, City of Saint John P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, N.B_ E2L 4L1 Dear Mayor, Last night, Jan. 7th, the Saint John & District Labour Council held its monthly meeting. At this meeting I was directed to write to you and common council concerning our city's 1999 budget. Although it was hard to find an affiliated member at the meeting who was in support of another tax increase, everyone agreed that in order for our city to maintain services we currently have, this was a necessary step for our elected civic government to take. There was much discussion over the fact that the city has not been able to achieve the goal of increasing our tax base, as a result of businesses successfully appealing their property assessments to the Provincial Government. Many of our affiliates find it very difficult to believe that any citizen, private or corporation, would not endorse the belief that other tax payers have the right to travel to work, or the hospital, in safe conditions in the winter and summer months with properly plowed and paved streets. Or for others to walk to the uptown area or to school on safe sidewalks and neighborhoods. In general your Worship, to have an alround safe and pleasant city to work and live in, the citizens needed the budget you and your councilors have passed. We also feel that you will be responsible to insure our tax dollars will be spent wisely, and that you realize that clown loading our services would in the end, be of a negative. value to the citizens and businesses of our city. I feel it is important to add that it was a motion from an affiliated member that is not in the employment of the city, to write this letter. It was by a affiliate who is a citizen that lives, and works, in our city who wants to "maintain what we have left." Again, on behalf of the Saint John & District Labour Council and it's affiliates, I would like to thank you and the councilors that supported our citizens in "maintaining what we have left." Respectfully, // Bill Farren, �resident, Saint John & District Labour Council �� k 4 Ottice of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common CIerk January 25, 1999 Ms. Julie Esselmont Secretary Saint John Horticultural Association P.O. Box 535 Saint John, NB E21- 3Z8 Dear Madam: P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 At a meeting of the Common Council, held on the 18th instant, the following resolution was adopted, namely:- City of Saint John " RESOLVED that the letter from the Saint John Horticultural Association advising that it has come to its attention that Vancouver advertises and promotes Stanley Park, which has 1,000 acres, as the largest urban park in North America which the Association feels is erroneous as Rockwood Park has over 2,400 acres and it is understood it is the largest; suggesting that the City write to the City of Vancouver and also to the news media in that City pointing out that their promotion is not accurate when it states Stanley Park is the largest; and urging Council to have the staff responsible for the City's tourism promotion ensure that, in any City promotion, there is mention of Rockwood Park being the largest urban park in North America and the Park be fully promoted -- be referred to the Rockwood Park Advisory Board." Yours truly, Ma L`.'Munford ry Common Clerk MLM:sc 1 office of the Mary L_ Munford P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Common Clerk Common CIerk Saint John New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 January 25, 1999 City of Saint John Mayor Shirley McAlary Chairperson Rockwood Park Advisory Board 8th Floor, City Hall P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB E2L 4L1 Dear Mayor McAlary: At a meeting of the Common Council, held on the 18th instant, the following resolution was adopted, namely:- " RESOLVED that the letter from the Saint John Horticultural Association advising that it has come to its attention that Vancouver advertises and promotes Stanley Park, which has 1,000 acres, as the largest urban park in North America which the Association feels is erroneous as Rockwood Park has over 2,400 acres and it is understood it is the largest; suggesting that the City write to the City of Vancouver and also to the news media in that City pointing out that their promotion is not accurate when it states Stanley Park is the largest; and urging Council to have the staff responsible for the City's tourism promotion ensure that, in any City promotion, there is mention of Rockwood Park being the largest urban park in North America and the Park be fully promoted -- be referred to the Rockwood Park Advisory Board." Enclosed is a copy of the above - mentioned letter. Yours truly, Mary L_"Munford l' Common Clerk MLM:sc Enc /� SAINT JOHN HORTICULTURAL ASSOCLATJON GEOFFREY SPEAR. SUPT. TELEPHONE 657 -1773 696 -3608 Common Council City of Saint John P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, Now Brunswick E21, 4S I Your Worship and Councillors: January 5, 1999 Re: Stanky Stank ParL V ncouvcr P.O. BOX 535 SAINT JOHN. N.B. E21. 3Z8 It has come to the attention of the Saint John Horticultural Society that Vancouver advertises and promotes Stanley Park as "This 1,000 -acre jewel is the largest urban park in North America." We feel this statement is erroneous as Rockwood Park has over 2,400 acres and it is understood it is the largest. It is also understood no other urban park contains a lake the size of Lily Lake within it's boundaries. Nor does any other urban park in Canada contain a modern trailer - tenting campsite within walking distance of the centre of the City. It is suggested the City write to the City of Vancouver and also the news media in that City pointing out their promotion is not accurate when it states Stanley Park is the largest. Council is also urged to have the staff responsible for our tourist promotion ensure that in any City promotion there is mention of Rockwood Park being the largest urban park in North America and that the Park be fully promoted. Yours truly, Julie Esselmont Secretary JAN 13 1999, C!'' : ;` CE a Office of the Mary L. Munford Common Clerk Common Clerk January 26, 1999 Mr. Eric L. Teed Secretary Saint John Chapter Canadian Citizenship Federation P.O. Box 6446, Station A Saint John, NB E21- 4R8 Dear Sir: P.O. Box 1971 506 658 -2862 Saint John New Brunswick Canada B2L 4L1 At a meeting of the Common Council, held on the 18th instant, the following resolution was adopted, namely:- 6�h 7fTiJ City of Saint John " RESOLVED that the letter from the Saint John Chapter of the Canadian Citizenship Federation suggesting that, as 1999 is being observed as the International Year of Older Persons, the municipality endeavour to develop a recognition program for senior citizens; and also suggesting that, as the week of February 8 to 15 is being observed as Citizenship and Heritage Week, persons who first came here as immigrants and subsequently became citizens could be recognized -- be referred to the Mayor." Yours truly, Mary AM unford Common Clerk MLM:sc CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP FEDCf -16 City of Saint John 15 Market Square P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, -New Brunswick F2L 4L 1 Your Worship and Councillors: January 5, 1999 ON CANADIENNE DU CIVISME Re: International Year of Older Persons 1999 is being observed as the International Year of Older Persons. The year offers �j special opportunity to celebrate Seniors achievements and contributions. 'At the same time the week of February 8th to the 15th is being observed as Citizenship and Heritage Week. It is hoped your community is planning some participation in keeping with these observances. In particular, Saturday, February 13th is being promoted as Sharing and Caring Day when special events relating to senior citizens can be sponsored. One suggestion to observe the year 1999 is to acknowledge and pay tribute to senior citizens who become 99 years old in 1999. This could be done as part of Heritage Week or on the birthday of the citizen. The Canadian Citizenship Federation suggests your Municipality endeavour to develop a recognition program. A final suggestion is to recognize persons who first came here as an immigrant and subsequently became citizens. Your Municipality could determine who is the senior immigrant Canadian in your community or the newest immigrant Canadian. Recognition could be made on Citizenship Day, February 8th. The Citizenship Federation would be pleased to be informed of any recognition ceremony you might undertake. Further information may be obtained IYOP WebSite: http : / /iyop- aipa.ic.ge.ca. ,. roux rit '+ i, Station "XI >amt John, N. B. ;2L 4R$ Yours truly, ric Teed Secretary Saint John Chapter Canadian Citizenship Federation yyam�++ Rai IAN 13 199 c7m,%4 ., .4 kvz�e� 104 dl 4g4 ce. e4*.44, te�ut.,s &4 q" Canada's Participation in the International Year of Older Persons (IYOP) —1999 Fact Sheet #3 — The Key Players Federal, provincial and territorial governments are working closely with the private and voluntary sectors, non - governmental organizations, seniors groups, communities and others to make the International Year of Older Persons a truly national initiative. Canada's successful participation in the IYOP depends heavily on these partnerships and on collaboration across society. Here is a list of the IYOP key players and their respective roles. 1�4= 0T4T_1wKePtA;ZZ1ill4ZiI Federal and national IYOP efforts are being coordinated by Health Canada's Division of Aging and Seniors. It houses a Secretariat which supports the IYOP Canada Coordinating Committee (CCC), the Federal/ProvinciaVTerritorial body that oversees the planning and execution of IYOP activities across the country. The CCC also helps facilitate IYOP networking and planning, works with the private sector on partnership and funding initiatives, and provides promotional material for use in fund- raising and publicity. PROVINCIAUTERRITORIAL GOVERNMENTS Provinces and territories promote IYOP activities within their jurisdictions, determine their own level of participation in national projects and coordinate activities with their representatives to the IYOP Canada Coordinating Committee. During meetings of the Canada Coordinating Committee, members have the opportunity to exchange ideas and information, establish important links between the provincial /territorial and national mandate of the Committee and find opportunities to work together on issues of mutual interest. LOCAUREGIONAL GOVERNMENTS Local and regional governments work to bring together interested groups from across their respective communities to help plan, organize and promote IYOP activities and events. These initiatives will celebrate seniors and recognize their contributions to community life. Fact Sheet #3 - The Key Players, page one 19� aye GG, ek4_,e_4, e_ ,ta Van. 4U " LeA ,to,,C4O ��U,4-4 1(4 IZSZ4 NON - GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS (NGOS) The non - governmental sector — including volunteer, professional, academic, service and care - related associations — is playing an important role in strengthening celebrations of the Year by offering knowledge and resources, and by participating directly in IYOP coordination and event planning. SENIORS AND SENIORS ORGANIZATIONS The active involvement of seniors and seniors groups in the IYOP is essential to promoting intergenerational respect and support and to increasing awareness of the contributions older persons make to society. Throughout the Year, older Canadians will be invited to contribute their knowledge, ideas and talents to various IYOP initiatives and events. The views of older persons on aging and their role in society will help shape seniors - related policies, programs and services that Canada will develop over the next generation. PRIVATE SECTOR The IYOP offers a great opportunity for Canadian business to combine good corporate citizenship with marketing aimed at seniors, who constitute Canada's fastest growing market segment. Across the country, companies will be invited to get involved as IYOP participants, partners and sponsors. There are many key areas in which the corporate sector has an important role to play, including leisure and recreation, housing, financial planning, health services, technology, education and many more. THE MEDIA The media can play a vital role in promoting IYOP goals. and objectives.by portraying images of healthy aging, fostering information exchange, and increasing Canadians' overall knowledge of aging - related issues. IYOP organizers will ensure rnedia are well informed by issuing news releases, promoting use of the IYOP Web site and by offering media awareness briefings. Media will also be invited to get involved in the planning and implementation of IYOP initiatives. To obtain more information on the International Year of Older Persons, see the Contacts for the IYOP sheet included in this information package. Document egalement disponible en fran�ais Fad Sheet #3 - The Key Players, page two Le. 044,-.44 t`"'e svz�ai y.,a,�nwt &4 Ali e44--4 OL 40z� fV4 dl AgC4 La participation du Canada a I'Anne"e Internationale des personnel agees (AIPA) —1999 Feuillet de renseignements no 3 - Les principaux acteurs I :collaboration s gouvernements federal, provinciaux et territoriaux travaillent en etroite avec le secteur des benevoles et Pentreprise privee, les organisations non- gouvernementales, les groupes d'aines, les collectivites et d'autres instances a faire en sorte que I'Annee internationale des personnes agees soit veritablement une initiative d'envergure nationale. Le succes de la participation du Canada a PAIPA depend fortement de ces partenariats et de la collaboration entre les differentes composantes de la societe. Void une liste des principaux acteurs de 1'AIPA et leurs roles respectifs. LE GOUVERNEMENT FEDERAL - Les activites federales et nationales Wes a 1'AIPA sont coordonnees par la Division du vieillissement et des aines de Sante Canada. Celle -ci est dotee d'un secretariat qui soutient le Comitd canadien de coordination de 1'AIPA, organisme federal - provincial - territorial qui supervise la planification et la realisation des activites Wes a 1'AIPA dans tout le pays. Le Comite canadien de coordination contribue egalement a faciliter l'etablissement de reseaux et la planification concernant 1'AIPA; it travaille avec Pentreprise privee a des initiatives de partenariat et de financement, et it fournit du materiel de promotion a des fins de collecte de fonds et de publicite. LES GOUVERNEMENTS PROVINCIAUX ET TERRITORIAUX Les provinces et les territoires font la promotion des activites liees a 1'AIPA daps leur propre champ de competence; ils determinent lour propre niveau de participation aux projets nationaux et ils coordonnent les activites avec les representants du Comite canadien de coordination pour 1'AIPA. Durant les rencontres du Comite, les membres peuvent echanger des Wes et de Pinformation, etablir des liens importants entre le mandat provincial- territorial et le mandat national du Comite, et travailler ensemble a des questions d'interet commun. LES ADMINISTRATIONS LOCALES OU REGIONALES Les administrations locales ou regionales travaillent a rassembler des groupes de personnes interessees issus de diverses collectivites afin d'aider a planifier, organiser et promouvoir les Feuillet de renseignements no 3 - Les principaux acteurs, page un ol G k 4.0.6:4z y 1 d4 e-U " activites et les evenements de l'Annee internationale des personnes agees. Ces initiatives celebreront les merites des wine's et reconnaitront leurs contributions a la vie de la collectivite. LES ORGANISMS NON- GOUV9ERNEMENTAUX (ONG) Le secteur non- gouvernemental — y compris les benevoles, les professionnels, les universitaires et les associations de fournisseurs de services et de soins — contribue largement a celebrer 1'AIPA en offrant ses connaissances et ses ressources, et en participant directement a la coordination et a la planification des evenements lies a PAIPA. LES AINES ET LES ORGANISATIONS WAINES La participation active des aines et des groupes d'aines a 1'AIPA est essentielle si 1'on veut promouvoir le respect et le soutien entre les generations ainsi que mieux faire connaitre Papport des personnes agees a notre societe. Tout au long de 1'Annee, des aines canadiens seront invites a mettre a contribution leurs connaissances, leurs Wes et leurs talents dans le cadre de divers initiatives et evenements lies a 1'AIPA. Le point de vue des personnes agees sur le vieillissement et leur role daps la societe aidera a formuler les politiques, les programmes et les services destines aux aines canadiens de la prochaine generation. VENTREPRISE PRIME L'Annee internationale des personnes agees represente une excellente occasion pour les entreprises canadiennes d'etre de bons citoyens corporatifs tout en ciblant les aines dans leurs initiatives de marketing, ces derniers representant le segment de consommateurs qui croft le plus rapidement. Dans tout le pays, des entreprises seront invitees a prendre part a 1'AIPA a titre de participants, de partenaires et de parrains. Il existe de nombreux secteurs cles ou 1'entreprise privee peut jouer un role important,y compris les loisirs et le divertissement, le logement, la planification financiere, les services de sante, la technologie, la formation et bien d'autres. LES MEDIAS Les medias peuvent jouer un role essentiel dans la promotion des objectifs et des buts de PAIPA en presentant des images de vieillissement en same, en favorisant 1'echange d'information et en accroissant la connaissance generale des Canadiens relativement aux questions liees aux aines. Les organisateurs de PAIPA veilleront a ce que les medias soient bien informes, en emettant des communiques de presse, en faisant la promotion de PAIPA sur le site web et en leur offrant des seances de sensibilisation. Les medias seront egalement invites a prendre part a la planification et a la mise en oeuvre des initiatives liees a 1'AIPA. Pour plus de renseignements sur I'Annee internationale des personnes agees, consulter la liste des points de contact pour PAIPA incluse dans la presente trousse d'information. Document also available in English Feuillet de renseignements n- 3 - Les principaux acteurs, page deux Municipal Operations 6i Engineering January 19, 1999 Paul Groody, P.Eng. Commissioner Roger E Kennie 31 Shanklin Road Bains Corner St. Martins, N.B. EOG 2ZO Re: Ferris Lane Mr Kennie, P.O. Box 1971 Saint john New Brunswick Canada E2L 4L1 506 658 -2818 (Tel) 506 658 -2852 (Fax) ' City of Saint John This letter is in response to your correspondence of January 15, 1999 to the Mayor and Council of the City of Saint John on the matter of why Ferris Lane is not on the list of roads to be plowed. Ferris Lane is a fully private roadway on property owned by Mr. Thomas Ferris and, as such, is classified as "Private 2" on our streets list. Such private property is the responsibility of the land owner and is not eligible for municipal services. Should you have any further questions, please contact Mr Wayne Ough of our Traffic Engineering Section at 658 -4456. Yours truly, P oody, Commissioner of Municipal Operations C. --'Mary Munford, Common Clerk Bert Steeves, Traffic Engineering Shayne Galbraith, Works 16 -Vid wS. r covor, � 'lu. CIA,: ?X3 OFFICE JAN 15 1999 CITY OF SAINT ItOHN