Vision 2010 Final Report 2008

Vision 2010A Strategic Plan Update

for Recreation, Parks and CulturePeteRboRoUgh And AReA 2007

Prepared by:

Dawn Berry Merriam, Merriam & Associates

1301 Monaghan Road Peterborough, ON K9J 5L9

[email protected]

Table of Contents

Executive Summary .............................................................................................. 1

Introduction ............................................................................................................ 4

Methodology .......................................................................................................... 6

Demographic Overview ..................................................................................... 7

Accomplishments since 2000 ........................................................................... 9

Key Directions for the Future ......................................................................... 15

Appendix: The Results of the Consultation .............................................. 27

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Executive Summary

executive Summary

the Starting Point for the Future:• Between 1999 and 2000, the City of Peterborough undertook a community-driven, partnership-

based strategy to guide the future of recreation, parks, culture and heritage in Peterborough and area, and to build capacity in the system.

• An overview of the accomplishments achieved since 2000 was developed in 2007. This overview identified the changes that have occurred in the infrastructure of recreation, parks, culture and heritage. It referenced the community initiatives of many community partners who have helped build the system of services that our community now enjoys.

Moving Forward:• In March, 2007, a new process commenced to update the Vision 2010 Strategic Plan for Recreation,

Parks and Culture and to develop priorities and strategic outcomes for Peterborough in the next three years. The intent was to build on the original vision document.

Consulting with the Present Stakeholders:• Twelve focus groups were held between March and June 2007, with stakeholders involved in

recreation, parks, culture and heritage.• Over 200 people took part in this community consultation.

blending the Success of the Past with the needs of the Future:• Each focus group was recorded and the recommendations coming from these sessions were

considered in the development of the final strategic plan.• A review of the original “Vision 2010: A Strategy Plan for Recreation, Parks & Culture for

Peterborough and Area” was undertaken. The priority areas identified at that time were considered in the development of this current update.

• An overview of demographic changes in the community was prepared.• A strategic plan was developed which will assist the community

to build upon an extensive network of partnerships to enhance and maintain an infrastructure of recreation, parks, arts, culture and heritage that is recognized for its innovation and quality throughout the province.

Vision 2010: A Strategic Plan Update

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The following is a synopsis of the issues identified in this process and the directions to be taken to address these issues:

> Marketing• Develop and produce an inclusive Calendar of Events • Organize a Quality of Life fair/expo to promote community program and services

Note: Quality of Life will be defined to include, but not be limited to, culture, heritage, arts and recreational events/programs that provide citizens with supports to enjoy an improved life style in our community.

> Co-ordination• Increase planning and collaboration/coordination/communication for effective service

delivery and duplication avoidance • Develop stronger linkages with community agencies that support tourism that is built

upon arts, culture, heritage and recreational opportunities and includes the involvement of other parties

• Develop a municipal volunteer policy• Develop a mechanism that will increase coordination for shared training and use of

volunteers• Improve co-ordination within city departments and between divisions in order to improve

service delivery

> Facilities• Maintain and expand facilities to meet the changing needs of the population.

> Accessibility and Inclusiveness • Strive to have financial and physical access to program, facilities and community

resources

> Planning• Review/consolidate the results of City strategic planning documents in order to improve

community infrastructure and have consistency between each plan • Plan for a changing community• Develop new neighbourhoods based on the decentralized model that promotes and

creates fully integrated service delivery

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Executive Summary

> Programming• Ensure programs are in keeping with changing trends, accessibility requirements• Educate the public about the importance of maintaining and protecting the heritage of

our community• Attract, support and co-ordinate festivals, special events, tournaments and multi-sport

events

> environment• Increase commitment to maintaining a healthy environment

> Parks• Increase access to green space• Develop master plans for significant parks to address changing needs • Improve the infrastructure of existing parks

> trails• Continue to enhance/expand the trail system

> Security• Plan a community that promotes safety and security

> neighbourhoods• Promote neighbourhoods as service hubs

> downtown• Develop and promote the heritage, cultural, commercial and tourism aspects of the

downtown• Develop/enhance programming for youth in the downtown• Address the issues of graffiti in a creative way

> transportation• Develop enhanced transportation system


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Introduction In 2007, the City commenced a community consultation process in partnership with community partners to achieve the following goal:

“ to undertake an update of the VISION 2010 Strategic Plan for Recreation, Parks and Culture that develops priorities and strategic outcomes for Peterborough in the next three years to build on the original vision document.”

What was the original VISIon 2010 Report?

The VISION 2010 report was written as a retrospective in the year 2010, looking back on the accomplishments of the past 10 years. It imagined that Peterborough had moved forward on a number of the issues and needs identified by the community in 1999 and 2000 and that in the year 2010, there were new ways of doing business, strategic alliances formed, new programs and services being delivered, and new facilities constructed to support recreation, parks and the arts.

The following summarizes the key themes of the Vision 2010 document.

VISION 2010 – A Recreation, Parks and Culture System that... • is better coordinated and based on partnerships; • is inclusive, accessible and affordable; • is dynamic, developing and responsive to everyone; • better incorporates our heritage; • fully embraces the arts; • is well marketed; • is diversified; • is cleaner and greener; • is better connected; • is the catalyst for downtown revitalization • attracts increased investment; and • is driven and shaped by the personal, social, economic and environmental

benefits of recreation.

Three other belief statements were identified in the original plan as fundamental to the provision of leisure opportunities in our community: • all citizens should have equal access to as wide a range of activities,

facilities and resources as possible; • all public facilities should be available for use by as wide a range of citizens

for as much time as possible; and • the voluntary sector is an essential, integral and equal partner in the

planning and provision of leisure opportunities.

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Introduction

the 2007 Consultation

Nine common themes from VISION 2010 were again identified during the community consultation in 2007:

• Develop a strategy to improve leisure opportunities for youth

• Increase co-operation and collaboration

• City-wide/regional facility(s)

• The role of recreation, parks and heritage in a vibrant downtown

• Encourage more neighbourhood and family-based leisure opportunities

• Fundamental values, beliefs, principles

• Continue to enhance the recreational trail and greenway system

• Increase the capacity of volunteer resources

• Recommended action on other high priority park, facility and program needs

Additional themes woven throughout the 2007 consultation were as follows:

• Make Peterborough more user-friendly, especially for older adults and persons with disabilities

• Public safety

• Better utilization of existing resources

• Understand our key assets and keep them strong


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MethodologyIn March 2007, the process commenced to update the VISION 2010 Strategy Plan and to develop priorities and strategic outcomes for Peterborough in the next three years. The intent was to build on the original vision document.

An extensive consultation process was orchestrated which included meetings with the following stakeholders:

• Older Adult Leisure Groups • Youth-Serving Agencies • Sports Leagues and Associations • Youth Constituents (two separate stakeholder meetings were held)• Recreation Agency Providers • Outdoor and Environment • Associations, Clubs and Hobby Groups • Council for Persons with a Disability • Arts, Culture and Heritage Boards, Committees and Agencies• Art Community and New Canadians• Heritage and Museums

The process included over 200 individuals who were representative of stakeholder groups in our community, which took part in focus group discussions for community input. It should be noted that this was an opportunity to build on the original vision by doing a condensed community consultation. It was not meant to be a duplication of the original large strategic planning initiative. Staff of the Community Services Department attended all meetings to record the discussions. (See Appendix: The Results of the Consultation.)

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Demographic Overview

demographic overview• In 2001, the total population in the City and County was 125,856, including 71,446 City

residents and 54,410 County residents. Over the last decade the distribution of the population between the City and the County has become more equal.

• Peterborough City-County recorded its lowest growth rate (1.95%) in the past 30 years on the 2001 Census. Growth was greater in the City (2.4%) than the County (0.9%).

• The median age of the population in the City-County was 41.1, higher than the 37.2 and the national median of 37.6.

• Young adults aged 15-19 increased by 12.3% from 1996 to 2001, forming 7.1% of the population. The number of young adults aged 20-24 decreased by 2.2% from 1996 to 2001.

• As the baby-boomers moved into the 35-44 and the 44-54 age ranges, these two groups formed the largest proportion of the population, 15.0% and 14.9% respectively.

• Adults aged 55-64 formed 10.9% of the population. This age group is expected to increase over the next years as the baby-boom generation approaches retirement age.

• Seniors 65 and over form a higher percentage of the City-County population (18.1%) than Ontario as a whole (12.9%).

• Of the 22,745 seniors in the City-County in 2001, 53.0% were aged between 65 and 74 and 47.0% were aged 75+.

• The total number of households in Peterborough City-County increased by more than a third (36.9%) between 1981 to 2001 (from 36,265 to 49,645 households).

• The County experienced a greater growth rate during this period, with an increase of 49.0% compared to 29.5% in the City.

• The median income for all families in Peterborough City-County in 2000 was $51,408, 84.2% of the Ontario median of $61,024.

• The ethno cultural portrait of the City-County reflects the importance of First Nations peoples and succeeding patterns of immigration to Canada over the past centuries, as well as a growing sense of Canadian identify. Canadians identified over 200 ethnic origins in 2001, and City-County residents reported almost 60 different ethnic and cultural origins.

• The most frequently reported ethnic origin (total responses) in the City-County was Canadian (43.7%). The percentage of people reporting Canadian as an ethnic origin in the city-County increases by 6% between 1996 and 2001, while the percentage reporting English, Irish, Scottish and French origins each decreased during this time.

• In 2001, a total of 4,510 people in the City-County reported an Aboriginal ancestor, and 3,080 people, or 2.5% of the City-County population identified as a member of one or more Aboriginal groups.

highlights of the 200� Census

(Note: limited data from the 2006 census has been released by Statistics Canada at this point)• The population of the City-County in 2006 was 133,080 with 74,898 residents living in the City.• The percentage change for the City-County was 5.7%. For the City the population change was

documented as 4.8%.• The total number of private dwellings in 2006 was 67,281 with 33,042 being in the City.


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The following map illustrates the growth that is projected for the city. Extensive development is slated for the north and west areas of the Peterborough.

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Accomplishments since 2000

Accomplishments Since 2000 – the building blocks for the Future


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by the Year 2007, Peterborough has accomplished . . .

✓ greatly Increased Collaboration, Co-operation and Partnering• Peterborough Youth Commission • City of Peterborough contribution to the new Balsillie YMCA, Canadian Canoe Museum, • PCMA host to Fleming College Museum Management and Curatorship program• Collaboration on health and wellness initiatives with various agencies involved in the Health

for Life Committee

✓ An evolving Role for the City• Leadership role - coordination, facilitation, resource• Planning, programming, development and management

✓ Co-ordinated and Focused Information about Leisure opportunities • City has developed a single point of access for leisure information in the community (Handbook

of Recreation Agencies; Free in Peterborough; RecServe)• Internet based• Use of CLASS software for all City facility bookings at Recreation, Arenas, Museum, Library and

Art Gallery; used for program registrations for Recreation, Museum and Art Gallery

✓ Improved Accessibility and Inclusiveness• Major facilities on public transit routes• Public transit improvements with longer service, Sunday

service, new routes, accessible buses• Work of the Council for Persons with a Disability• Construction in 2008 of an accessible children’s playground

at Roger’s Cove

✓ Increased emphasis has been placed on opportunities for Children and Youth

• Creation of a working youth sub-committee called the Peterborough Youth Council

• New clubs and centres developed – e.g., get Real, the Bridge, new services at the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre and the YMCA

• City of Peterborough and YMCA play increased roles in service delivery

• Riverview Park & Zoo has expanded and the opening of the new splash park in 2007 was extremely successful and well received

• Park and playground improvements• Agreements with the School Boards around criteria for playing fields• Peterborough recognized provincially as “Youth Friendly” two consecutive years• City secured accreditation of children’s programs in the HIGH FIVE program

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✓ Increased emphasis has also been placed on opportunities for older Adults • More day-time leisure opportunities available (i.e., Activity Haven, Mapleridge Seniors,

Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre, YMCA)• The interests of older adults have been taken into account with the development/construction

of new or rehabilitated leisure facilities (Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre, YMCA, Memorial Centre)

• Integration of baby boom generation

✓ Increased Community Involvement has been encouraged• Citizen participation in provision and/or funding of leisure services (Community Grants

Review, One Roof Project, revised mandate for Arts Culture & Heritage Advisory Committee and Arenas, Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee)

✓ enhancement of our natural heritage has become an even higher Priority

• Passing of a Pesticide by-law to ban the use of pesticides• Communities in Bloom success with a four blooms win

provincially and five blooms win nationally• Formation of the Natural Areas Advisory Committee• Preliminary efforts to establish a Heritage Tree program

underway• Evolution and expansion of Ecology Park (Peterborough

Green-Up) at Beavermead Park

✓ enhanced heritage Resources• Collaborative ventures have lead to stabilization, preservation

and revitalization of many architecturally significant buildings in downtown core and elsewhere in City

• Market Hall restoration in progress; schedule completion in 2008; Millennium Walk completed• Acquisition of Balsillie Collection of Roy Studio images lead to new program directions for the

Museum• Museum has completed a feasibility study,

functional analysis, and hired an Architect firm to design a expansion to the Museum

• Canadian Canoe Museum now receives annual operating support from the City

• With introduction of Heritage Property Tax Relief Program, City also created new full time position of Heritage Coordinator to implement program, support designations and coordinator archaeological assessments

• Hutchinson House has been designated as a municipal capital facility and now receives a municipal community services grant.


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✓ Increased emphasis Continues to be Placed on trails • Expansion and development of the trails system (Rotary Trail, Tollington Bridge extension over

the Otonabee River, Parkway Trail)• Inter-departmental municipal Trails Committee formed

to coordinate planning, maintenance, promotion and evaluation of trail network

• Development of a working committee to review linkages into neighbourhoods is underway

✓ Vibrant downtown Arts Community • One Roof project completed • Peterborough Arts Umbrella, Artspace, and THUG

acquired, preserved and adapted a leased building on Aylmer Street as a multipurpose arts centre, rehearsal and performance space, galleries and media arts studio

• City provided $25,000 annual fund to promote local arts activity through Artsweek (2005-2007)

• City reconstruction of Hunter Street between George and Aylmer has assisted with the development of a Café district in that block

• Evolution and expansion of programs and services at the Art School of Peterborough.

✓ Public Support has Increased for the Arts• City now provides annual operating support for

Showplace Peterborough; City received $50,000 grant to pilot Artsve$t program in Peterborough in 2005-2006

• Art Gallery of Peterborough joined city’s Arts Culture & Heritage Division with staff becoming city staff

• City net funding to Arts Culture & Heritage now exceeds funding to Arenas Parks & Recreation

• Municipal staff play a larger role as facilitators to the sector: new position of part time Arts Coordinator created in conjunction with new Curator position at Art Gallery of Peterborough

• Collaboration on the development of a variety of festivals and exhibitions as economic development opportunities; for example: Lift Lock Anniversary celebrations, City Centennial Celebrations, Communities in Bloom and International Plowing Match

• Addition of public sculpture in the downtown and along the waterfront has created a national attraction; development of Public Art Policy in progress; two public art installations in Millennium park as part of millennial activities; four public art installation on shores of Little Lake (Benchmarks) as part of City Centennial Celebrations; juried competition to select works by two artists for City gift posters for 2004 flood

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✓ Festivals, tournaments, exhibitions and other Special events• Community hosting more festivals, exhibitions

and shows, tournaments, and other special events including both the Mann and the Minto Cup, the 2004 Ontario Special Olympic Games; 2005 Centennial Celebrations, 2005 Royal Visit, 2005-2006 Communities in Bloom, 2006 International Plowing Match; 2007 World Women’s Lacrosse Championships; 2007 Senior Men’s Canadian Golf Championships.

• Celebration of the Lift Lock Centennial in 2004• Growth and development of the Peterborough

Folk Festival in the last seven years• Attractions for tourists is the improved waterfront, new convention centre, new soccer

sports fields (to be constructed in 2008), Evinrude Centre, renovated Memorial Centre and Showplace Peterborough

✓ Peterborough has become a tourist destination• Single broad-based tourism vision for developing and promotion the region• City and County work as partners; joint promotional displays for the International Plowing

Match (two for each township, three for county, five for City, three for Hiawatha First Nation, celebrating history and contemporary arts, culture and heritage attractions.

• Peterborough is developing as a strong tourist destination• The city’s natural and cultural heritage has been developed and promoted (e.g., Communities

in Bloom recognition for natural and cultural heritage)• Riverview Park & Zoo has upgraded and expanded their facilities to become an attractive

destination for visitors and citizens alike.• The City of Peterborough has taken over the operation of the Peterborough Marina as of 2007.

✓ Increased Priority has been placed on neighbourhood Parks• Creation of selection criteria for priority setting and redeveloping existing parks• Playground development and new equipment has accelerated to

ensure safe play spaces for children• Park and playground development initiatives with

Neighbourhood Associations

✓ Improved Aquatic Facilities – the Centrepiece of new Community Centres

• Increased capacity by replacing the City and YMCA facilities with new pools in two locations: the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre and the Balsillie Family YMCA.

• The pools designed to accommodate leisure swimming, lessons, fitness swimming, water rehabilitation and aquatherapy


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✓ Some Shifts in emphasis and Improvements for ball Facilities• Many existing facilities have been upgraded with improved infields and outfields (i.e., Bowers

Park, Bonnerworth Park, East City Bowl, Fisher Park, Kinsmen Ball diamond)

✓ Consolidation and Improvements to Sports Fields• Two new soccer fields were constructed in the north end at

Milroy Park and a further expansion to this park is planned for 2008

• A new private indoor soccer pitch was constructed in 2006: Lion’s Spiplex

• A dedicated rugby pitch at Nicholl’s Oval and the Beavermead Park rugby pitch was converted to soccer

• All soccer groups have amalgamated into one association (i.e., Peterborough Soccer Council).

• Creation of an Ultimate Frisbee league and games played at a field north of the Riverview Park & Zoo.

• Trent University has constructed Peterborough’s first outdoor artificial field for soccer, lacrosse, rugby, football and field hockey.

✓ Consolidation has become the norm for some Activities • In most cases, fewer, but better facilities have emerged from

consolidation (i.e., Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre with City and Fleming working together on one facility).

✓ the Role and Importance of Libraries has Increased• The “virtual” library with 24 hours a day, seven days a week access • Free access to the Internet for those not connected, with extensive

web-based resources• Wireless services are now available.

✓ Re-Investment has been made in tired Public buildings • Re-investment in recreation facilities, libraries, museums, and the art gallery was initiated and

continues today: totally renovated Main Branch of the Library; two portables at the Museum, and planned expansion efforts underway; cosmetic renovations to Art Gallery of Peterborough inside and out; major renovations to the Peterborough Memorial Centre and rehabilitation, expansion and accessibility of the Kinsmen Civic Centre.

✓ We now Understand that Investment in Leisure Services provides big Returns• In the past seven years, the City and its partners have found new ways to increase and

maximize investment in leisure services through greater operating efficiencies; more joint ventures; encouraging increased use of facilities and participation in programs and events; creating more profit centres in facilities and at events; and other opportunities for revenue generation.

• As a result, key staff positions and skills have gradually been added, and improved services and resources have been provided to performers, artists and athletes

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Key Directions for the Future

Key directions for the Future


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Key directions for the Future

The last phase of the VISION 2010 Strategic Plan Update is to take the key priority areas and recommendations that were identified in the community consultation and develop a plan for action that can be achieved by the many community partners who have a voice and the ability to effect change in recreation, parks and culture in Peterborough.

The following plan reflects the changes in demographics of our community, the requirements for programs, services and infrastructure, and the recommendations of our stakeholders.The following plan supports the vision statements that have been developed to guide the future of the City of Peterborough.

Corporate Mission: To celebrate and nurture the distinctive strengths of our community by balancing healthy living and economic prosperity.

Strategic Priorities:

• Maintain principled community planning

• Enhance organizational effectiveness

• Sustain fiscal growth

• Nurture community lifestyle and identity

• Maintain security of people and property

• Manage infrastructure responsibly

The strategic directions in this plan centre around the components of municipal and community service delivery that support an enhanced quality of life for its citizens. For the purpose of this plan:

“Quality of Life” is defined as being those services/programs that include, but are not be limited to, culture, heritage, arts and recreational events/programs and green space that provide citizens with supports to enjoy an improved lifestyle in our community.

The over-riding principles guiding this plan for recreation, arts, culture, recreation and parks are:

• To ensure that arts, culture, heritage, recreation and parks are recognized as being key determinants for a community to ensure a high quality of life for its citizens,

• To ensure that the planning and delivery of these services, programs and facilities are integrated into all community planning

• To plan our community within the context of the changing demographics

• To commit to increase accessibility of these services, programs and facilities to all our citizens.

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Recommendations

Item and Description New or Identified in 2001 Timing Lead Agency Other Partners

MARKetIng

Develop and produce an inclusive Calendar of Events (including web-based product) which will include, but not be limited to:• Seniors’ activities• Youth programs• Festivals• Sports events• Artistic, leisure and cultural and

heritage activities• Attractions • Festivals and special events

Was referenced in the 2001 Vision document

2008 to develop a framework and 2009 to hire resources for imple-mentation

Public Library and/or Kawartha Tourism

Community Futures, agency representatives by sector

Organize a Quality of Life fair/expo to promote community program and services that will:• Provide additional

opportunities to expand the participant numbers in various activities

• Create opportunities to better co-ordinate/plan among agencies

Note: Quality of Life will be defined to include, but not be limited to, culture, heritage, arts and recreational events/programs that provide citizens with supports to enjoy an improved lifestyle in our community.


2009 Spring (during June is Recreation and Parks month) and Fall

City of PeterboroughRecreation Division to facilitate Arts, Culture & Heritage Division

Seniors’ clubs, sports groups, YMCA, Trent


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CooRdInAtIon

Increase planning and collaboration/coordination/ communication for effective service delivery and duplication avoidance for:• Recreation agencies• Sport council• Arts, culture and heritage

organizations• City /County/township leisure

service delivery on a region-wide basis

• GPAEDC and Kawartha Tourism to support partnerships with key community groups with the common goal of promoting tourism

• Develop communication processes/strategies

• Increase multi-sector co-ordination

Creation of a Leisure Council was referenced in the 2001 Vision document

Between 2008 and 2010

Community Services Department

Lead community recreation agencies like YMCA, TrentSports organizationsCity/County/ TownshipsAll arts, culture, heritage, recreation, sports organizationsGPAEDCKawartha Tourism

Develop stronger linkages with community agencies that support tourism built upon arts, culture, heritage and recreational opportunities and includes the involvement of other parties such as:• GPAEDC• Kawartha Tourism• Chamber of Commerce• DBIA


Between 2008 and 2010

Community Services Department

Develop a municipal volunteer policy


2008 Community Services Department & Corporate Services

United Way, Peterborough Lakefield Community Services Police

Develop a mechanism that will increase coordination for shared training and use of volunteers


2009 City Recreation Division and the United Way of Peterborough & District

Association of Volunteer Managers

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Improve co-ordination within city departments and between divisions in order to improve service delivery• enhance and develop a

mechanism for improved co-ordination and planning

• develop communication strategies

• increase community access to municipal decision making


2008 – 2010

City of Peterborough – Community Services Department

City of Peterborough – Planning Department, Utility Services Department


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FACILItIeS

Maintain and expand facilities that will meet the changing needs of the population:• Monitor the needs of the aging

population • Plan for improved physical

accessibility• Develop future new facilities that

serve a variety of community needs (pool, library, children and youth space, meeting space, etc.) under one roof.

• Map sites for multi-purpose facilities to meet service needs

• Confer with the First Nations to accommodate their cultural and spiritual needs in planning/maintaining facilities

• Plan/develop new facilities that integrate therapeutic elements (i.e., without stairs, accessible parking/ transit, therapy pool)

• Identify and support the needs of New Canadians

• Support the multi-cultural community and its need for recreation and culture (i.e. cricket pitch, multi-cultural celebrations and festivals)

• Improve accessibility of existing facilities (i.e., arenas and ice surfaces, parks)

• Construct more sports fields for activities such as soccer, rugby and cricket

• Identify community strategies for improving school playgrounds and children’s equipment


2008 and onOngoing due to continuous process of evaluation of commu-nity needs

City of Peterborough Community Services Department, School Boards, Trent University

New Canadian’s CentreCouncil for Persons with a DisabilityAppropriate health and social services agencies and partners

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ACCeSSIbILItY And InCLUSIVeneSS

Strive to have financial and physical access to programs, facilities and community resources• accommodate low income

needs with no-cost, low-cost programming

• expand subsidy program• provide enhanced physical

access to programs, facilities and trails


2008 – 2010

City of Peterborough and all other lead agencies

Council for Persons with a Disabilities, DBIA

PLAnnIng

Review/consolidate the results of City strategic planning documents in order to improve community infrastructure and have consistency between each plan. This community overview should include but not be limited to:• Downtown Master Plan• Official Plan Review• Municipal Cultural Plan• Little Lake Master Plan• Transportation Plan• Community Social Plan• Poverty Task Force Plan• Vision 2010 Strategic Plan• Urban Forestry Plan• Sidewalk Strategic Plan• Heritage District Master Plan

(needs to be developed)

New 2008 – 2017

City Administrator’s Office

City Administrator’s Office and all city departments

Plan for a changing community• aging of the population• multi-cultural community has

specific needs• increased relationship between

city and county

New 2008 – 2017

City of Peterborough

County of Peterborough,Other community stakeholders

Develop new neighbourhoods based on the decentralized model that promotes and creates fully integrated service delivery

New 2007 – 2008

Planning Department, Community Services Department

Private developers and other community services


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PRogRAMMIng

Ensure programs are in keeping with changing trends, accessibility requirements• increasing seniors population• persons with a disability• youth agenda• multi-cultural trends• changing expectations for

service delivery

New 2008 – 2010

City of Peterborough in partnership with other agencies and community providersCommunity Services Department

All recreation, arts and cultural agencies; New Canadian’s Centre, appropriate social agencies

Educate the public of the importance of maintaining and protecting community heritage


2008 Community Services Department

Community agencies

Attract, support and co-ordinate festivals, special events, tournaments and multi-sport events


2008 GPAEDC Community agencies

enVIRonMent

Increase commitment to maintaining a healthy environment with initiatives that will underscore:• clean water• clean air• commitment to the natural

heritage• waste-free parks and facilities

(with waste receptacles, recycling containers)

• On-going commitment to the pesticide by-law

• Development of environmental policies and procedures regarding natural areas


2009 – 2010

City of Peterborough

In conjunction with Little Lake study, Urban Forestry Plan

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PARKS

Increase access to green space• acquire additional parkland/

green space• plan more green space at

neighbourhood level• establish of dog parks• develop neighbourhood

community gardens

Some elements of this recommendation were referenced in the 2001 Vision document

2008 – 2017

City of Peterborough USD, Planning and CSD

Planning Department,Neighbourhood Associations, Environmental groups

Develop master plans for significant parks to address changing needs • their protection and

preservation• better community utilization• support changing

demographics• support new opportunities such

as large festivals, special events • sport field development

NEW 2009 - 2017

City of Peterborough Recreation Division

City of Peterborough Planning Department, Public Works

Improve the infrastructure of existing parks• increase security including

lighting• add inviting and people-

friendly amenities (paths, benches, shade areas, signage, garbage receptacles, recycling)

• consider the changing needs/expectations around parks re. changing demographics


2008 City of Peterborough, Public Works

City of Peterborough,Planning Department,Recreation Division


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tRAILS

Continue to enhance/expand the trail system • develop more trails and expand

linkages into neighbourhoods and connect with bike lanes

• increase access for people with disabilities/ challenges

• improve the infrastructure to include more garbage pails, more benches, public washrooms

• develop and support a consistent maintenance program for the trail network system

• undertake winter snow clearing • consolidate and complete the

existing trail network

Was referenced in the 2001 Vision document but has grown in its urgency

2008 – 2017

City of Peterborough Inter-department Trail Committee

Rotary Club,Private Individuals, Council for Persons with a Disability

neIghboURhoodS

Promote neighbourhoods as service hubs• promote concept of community

hubs in which recreation, social and cultural programs are offered

• investigate usage of existing infrastructure (i.e., schools) to provide decentralized recreation

• develop social spaces to increase neighbourhood interaction

• develop/maintain local greenspaces

• increase access to programs to more people

• consider the development of community gardens with dedicated community support

NEW 2009 District School Boards, City of Peterborough

Neighbourhood Associations and Ratepayers Associations,District School Boards

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doWntoWn

Develop and promote the heritage, cultural, recreational and tourism aspects of the downtown• profile the waterfront• build on the advantages of a

historical downtown with a waterfront

• increase the partnerships with artistic/cultural community

• develop strategy to encourage businesses that support cultural activities and special events

• promote the need to improve physical accessibility

NEW 2009 – 2011

City of Peterborough, DBIA, Kawartha Tourism

Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee, Heritage Preservation Office, Council for Persons with a Disability

Develop/enhance programming for youth in the downtown• location must be central and

provide sense of safety• a variety of programming is

required to meet needs of youth


2008 – 2009

City of Peterborough Recreation Division

DBIA,Youth Council,Peterborough Youth Commission

Address the issues of graffiti in a creative way• engage partners such as the

arts community to develop a creative strategy/location for street art and public art

• encourage youth to be part of that strategy

NEW 2008 City of Peterborough Arts, Culture and Heritage Division

Peterborough Arts Umbrella, Art Gallery of Peterborough, Peterborough Youth Council,Peterborough & Lakefield Community Police Services

SeCURItY

Plan a community that promotes safety and security• increase safety features such as

night-time lighting• address perceptions of

downtown• plan emergency stations/

security supports on trails , i.e. lighting, emergency call stations, trail volunteers

Some elements of this recommendation were referenced in the 2001 Vision document

2009 – 2010

City of Peterborough USD, Public Works, DBIA

Recreation Division, Peterborough & Lakefield Community Police Services, Rotary Club, private donors, other funding partners


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tRAnSPoRtAtIon

Develop enhanced transportation system• increase public transportation

system to support access to recreation and cultural programs

• consider fee adjustments for children and youth

• develop/demark/expand/maintain bike lanes

• build sidewalks in neighbourhoods where none exist

• plan, locate and equip bicycle racks at strategic and accessible locations across the city


2008 – 2010

City of Peterborough Transportation Division

Youth Council,Cycling Groups

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Appendix: The Results of the Consultation

APPendIX: the Results of the Consultation


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Community Partners

Meeting MinutesMarch 22, 2007

In Attendance:

City of PeterboroughKen Doherty, Director of Community Services, Mary Gallop, Manager of Recreation DivisionBecky Rogers, Manager of the Arts, Culture and Heritage DivisionErik Hanson, Heritage Preservation OfficerPam Edmonds, Curator, Art Gallery of PeterboroughHarold Sheldon, Manager of the Arenas DivisionPeter Southall, Manager of Public WorksBrian Buchardt, Urban Design Planner, Planning and Development ServicesCouncillor Shirley EggletonCouncillor Eric Martin

Community PartnersBill Byrick, Athletic Director, Trent UniversityKaren Sjolin, Sir Sandford Fleming CollegeStephen MacPhee, Manager of Purchasing, Planning and Facility Administration, PVNC Catholic District School BoardDean MacDonald, Senior Manager, Finance & Business Services, Kawartha Pine Ridge District School BoardRichard Scott, Trent Severn Waterway (will be coming late and will have to leave early)Brenda Dales, Executive Director, Peterborough Social Planning CouncilJohn Williams, Otonabee Region Conservation AuthorityBjorn Nielsen, Consultant, Ontario Ministry of Citizenship, Culture and RecreationLarry Stinson, Peterborough County-City Health UnitTrent Severn WaterwaysDawn Berry Merriam, Facilitator

RegretsBob Gallagher, Chief Executive Officer, Family YMCA of PeterboroughMaureen McKeen, Director of Health Promotion, Peterborough County-City Health Unit

1.0 Purpose of the MeetingTo commence a community consultation process in partnership with community partners that will achieve the following goal:

“to undertake an update of VISION 2010 Strategic Plan for Recreation, Parks and Culture that develops priorities and strategic outcomes for Peterborough in the next three years to build on the original vision document”.

2.0 overview of Accomplishments

An overview of the accomplishments in the last six years was presented by Mary Gallop and Becky Rogers.

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�.0 Moving Forward

draft goal Statement:

The City is developing a Goal Statement. The following is a draft, while not yet officially approved by Council it provides some insight into what senior management has reflected in discussions to date. This builds on the GPA 2020 Regional Vision Statement.

City of Peterborough Draft Goal Statement (2006):

To celebrate and nurture the distinctive strengths of our community by balancing healthy living and economic prosperity

City draft Strategic Priorities:• maintain principles of community planning• enhance organizational effectiveness• sustain fiscal growth• nurture community lifestyle and identity• maintain security of people and property• manage infrastructure responsible

�.0 outstanding directions from VISIon 2010The following is an overview of directions recommended in the original plan that may not yet be completed in total, yet have had some resources/energies applied to moving them forward:

✓ greatly Increased Collaboration, Co-operation and Partnering• Development of a Peterborough Leisure Network (PLN) and Older Adult Sub-committee of the PLN

✓ Improved Accessibility and Inclusiveness• Basic level of recreation, arts and fitness opportunities are available to all residents• Reduced financial barriers, increased inclusiveness

✓ Increased emphasis has been Placed on opportunities for Children and Youth • Agreements with the School Boards around criteria to upgraded playgrounds

✓ Increased emphasis has Also been Placed on opportunities for older Adults • Inter-generational planning• Sub-committee development under the Peterborough Leisure Network

✓ Increased Community Involvement has been encouraged• Development of the Neighbourhood Association Network

✓ enhancement of our natural heritage has become an even higher Priority • Purchase of property by municipality along shorelines to be developed into parks or protected as

natural heritage sites• Establishment of bank stabilization and fish habitat rehabilitation projects and partnerships• Lands added to Harper Road and Loggerhead Marsh• City approval of Natural Protection policy to define how designated natural areas are treated• Improved investments in beaches and associated parkland


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✓ A Public greenhouse, Arboretum and botanical garden Were established • Enhanced Ecology Park, a botanical garden, an arboretum and working greenhouse where

educational opportunities offered year-round.• Greenhouse partnership

✓ enhanced heritage Resources• Peterborough Centennial Museum and Archives enhanced and expanded

✓ Vibrant downtown Arts Community and Centre• More artists living and working in the downtown

✓ Public Support has Increased for the Arts• New Innovation Fund supports artists in creation of new works and celebrates accomplishments

through an annual awards program

✓ Peterborough has become a tourist destination• Single broad-based tourism vision for developing and promotion the region• City and County work as partners• Downtown waterfront development sparked development around Little Lake, the river, canal and

Jackson Creek• Peterborough develops as a strong tourist destination• The city’s natural and cultural heritage has been developed and promoted

✓ Increased Priority has been Placed on neighbourhood Parks• Professional redesign and upgrade of many parks and the design/development of a number of new

high quality neighbourhood parks• Development Industry contributes significantly to neighbourhood parkland in their projects

✓ A new Partnership between the City, School boards and Community groups• New neighbourhood parks and elementary schools planned, developed and maintained as joint

sites to maximize available land and share playgrounds and other outside and inside facilities• The capital cost is shared by the City, the school boards, and community partners and sponsors.

✓ Some Shifts In emphasis and Improvements for ball Facilities• A partnership was negotiated between both school boards, the City and sports groups to provide/

maintain better outdoor facilities in school yards and park-school combined sites.

✓ Consolidation and Improvements to Sports Fields• The partnership with the school boards resulted in rejuvenated and upgraded soccer and football

fields at both secondary and elementary schools.

✓ the Role and Importance of Libraries has Increased• There are now four branch libraries with Main Branch serving as Library headquarters • Branches located as components of other city recreation and service centres. • Libraries throughout the region share resources through bulk buying, book rentals and fee for

service contract work, and are now totally integrated into a seamless city-county system.

✓ An Increased Investment has been Made in the Community’s Volunteers • A regional volunteer coordinating group, with strong links to the Leisure Network• Better trained, screened and prepared volunteers to meet leisure service needs• A comprehensive web site promoting volunteers

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�.0 Proposed Calendar of Community ConsultationsThe Committee reviewed the draft dates for community consultations, which included seniors, youth, sports groups, club and hobby groups, neighbourhood associations, environment groups, recreation professionals, arts, culture and heritage groups, and the Council for Persons with a Disability.

�.0 discussion on Additional Consultation opportunitiesIt was recognized that the intention of this consultation process will not be to replicate the extensive work of the original VISION 2010 initiative. The intent is to monitor if/how things may have changed since the document was prepared. The following is a synopsis of the suggestions to enhance the consultation process, made by the community partners :

Other consultations Opportunities to reach this target group

Ethnic groups/New Canadians Contact the New Canadian CentreChildren/youth Input will be gathered through working with the associa-

tions, clubsContact may also be made through the Ontario Early Years Centre re recreational needs of young families/low income families

Trent and Fleming student population Trent and Fleming to help gain input from this populationPeople living in poverty Peterborough Social Planning Council to facilitate a meeting

with representatives of existing coalitions

7.0 What are some of the outstanding Issues facing Recreation, Parks & Culture?The following is a synopsis of the discussion:

Directions to take to have an enhanced infrastructure of Recreation, Parks & Culture

How we might achieve this

To develop such things as botanical gardens, community green houses…

Explore partnerships with the private sector and business

To increase the role of volunteers… Contact the United Way re their responsibility in the community includes volunteers and community information

To plan for an additional recreational centre in the north end of the city…

Work with Trent University and explore collaborative opportunities

To place greater emphasis on the importance of maintaining/enhancing our natural heritage…

Develop a strategy to sustain our trees and the heritage we have of green spacesInclude in this strategy a commitment to activities that promotes environmental sustainability and stewardship

To consider the role that water quality plays in our community…

Explore partnership with Peterborough Green UpInclude the issue of water quality and the role it plays in recreation and tourism, in the Little Lake Master Plan

To enhance our role in tourism… In conjunction with Kawartha Tourism, develop a strategy to promote the merits of our recreation, parks and heritage system as a way of encouraging increased visitors to our community


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Directions to take to have an enhanced infrastructure of Recreation, Parks & Culture

How we might achieve this

To increase access to recreation, parks and heritage initiatives…

Work with the Transportation Plan and appropriate city departments to plan for enhanced access via trails, bus routes etc.

To increase promotion of cultural events and cultural/heritage sites…

Build on the City’s new website

To build on the importance of aquatic services for rehabilitation and therapy supports…

Increase partnerships with agencies dealing with rehabilitation and therapy supports

To increase the use of schools for community initiatives…

Build/enhance partnerships with the Boards of Education

To enhance the inventory of accommodation for people coming into the city for recreational an cultural initiatives…

Explore opportunities with Fleming and Trent to provide accommodation re during times when residences are not at capacity

To promote the role that libraries play in providing recreation and cultural opportunities to people on low incomes…

Work with community coalitions on poverty, Ontario Early Years Centre, New Canadians Centre to develop opportunities to promote programs

To increase the safety on trails… Review the lighting that is planned for trail systemTo promote the social capital that comes with a rich recreation, parks and heritage infrastructure…

Reflect this in the Municipal Cultural Plan

To develop an ability to measure the progress of this plan…

Create a vision of what a vibrant recreation, parks and heritage infrastructure should be and develop a series of principles upon which to evaluate if/when we have attained this vision

To include the role that wildlife plays in enhancing our community…

Consider how we can protect our natural corridors

To celebrate the role that initiatives such as Communities In Bloom can play in our community…

Include these initiatives in the inventory of social capital that is created with these initiatives

Lessons Learned• Consider/reflect what people are saying and what biases/interpretations may be inherent in their

comments• Reflect the cyclical nature of the student population and the needs they bring to the community• Consider the needs of the county and the role the city plays in supporting people in the county to access

recreation, parks and heritage• The plan should reflect the “sense of place”

other Community opportunities to Assist in developing this Plan• Downtown Urban Design Plan proposed for Charlotte Street• Official Plan Review• City is moving towards developing a strategic plan

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Senior Citizen Representatives

Meeting MinutesApril 12, 2007

Present:Shirley Shaw, Activity HavenLaurie Riley, Applewood ManorGrace Buck, Mapleridge Seniors CentreWilma Galloway, Mapleridge Seniors CentreMargaret Hiebert, Activity HavenRosalyn Cross, Happy Gang Seniors Club, St. Giles Presbyterian ChurchAja Bax, Community Care PeterboroughMary Gallop, City of PeterboroughEllen Stewart, City of PeterboroughBarry Larock, City of Peterborough

Facilitator: Dawn Berry Merriam

Purpose of the Meeting:

To commence a community consultation process in partnership with community partners that will achieve the following goal:


Synopsis of discussion to Address the Following:

• What other initiatives have supported the VISION 2010?

• What needs to be accomplished in the next three years?

• Who should lead this initiative?


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Initiative(s) needed to enhance infrastructure of

Recreation, Arts & CultureWhy this is important Partnerships needed

to address this initiative

Increase communicationIncrease information to community groups about services, programs, events that are available and/or forthcomingDevelop a mechanism to promote volunteerism and sharing information

Smaller community groups not always aware of what other events and programs are being plannedSharing of information will enhance the ability to plan more effectively thus ensuring that programs and events are effective/successful and not in competition with each otherPromotion of programs must be done in a variety of ways – email, paper copy, newspapersOrganizations serving seniors relied on the services of the Volunteer & Information Centre

Develop a network of seniors’ services similar to the AMVS networkThe Network could plan a series of information meetings/fairs re sharing information and promoting programs and events for seniorsThe Network could work in partnership with the City re having space available for such eventsDiscussions should be held with the United Way of Peterborough & District re the role it plays in disseminating information

Ensure that programs are subsidized and/or affordable thus providing choices to seniors

Many seniors are living close or below the poverty line. Others are relying on small pensions and cannot afford to partake in expensive programs. However, mental and social stimulation is a means of seniors maintaining and promoting health and socialization

Anyone planning events and programs for seniors must consider the financial issues facing seniors – this is another issue of accessibility

Plan services and/or facilities for seniors using neighbourhood/hub approach

Due to issues of access, health/ability, physical limitations, many seniors do not want to go outside their familiar neighbourhoods to access servicesMany seniors rely on friends, neighbours to drive them to programs and cannot access services outside their familiar neighbourhood settings.Decentralized approach to service delivery would be more versatile and serve seniors better

The City and community partners should consider developing services for seniors in a neighbourhood/hub approach

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Programs and services for seniors must be developed for people of different abilities and skills. There are young and active seniors as well as elderly and frail seniors

Young seniors moving here want to learn more about the community and what is available to themThe young senior wants programs that provide stimulation and opportunities to socialize and meet new peopleThe frail elderly require supports to enable them to continue to come out to programs and participate in activities (for example, someone to assist with personal supports, accommodation of things such as oxygen)The young senior may volunteer to support the older generation however they want to be able to socialize with others that have the same abilities/interests. They need to be able to have a place and time for themselves – they need ‘me time’.Baby Boom generation is aging and will be more demanding of services that meet their varied lifestyles and interests

Seniors’ programs should be promoted with the Welcome WagonOrganizations planning programs for seniors must consider what the needs and abilities of the population they are wanting to attract and serve.

Transportation must be improved to allow seniors/physically challenged to access programs and facilities

There continues to be problems with people trying to book the handi-van – this includes not being able to book prior to 1 week in advance, unavailability etc.Community Care Peterborough has volunteer drivers but they are limited in what they can provide in terms of services

The City should address the need for improved/enhanced handi-van serviceThe City requires an entire fleet of kneeling buses to support the increasing elderly/ physically challenged population of the community

Additional initiatives that have improved the infrastructure of Recreation, Arts & Culture for Seniors:• Mapleridge Seniors Centre has new space which has resulted in increased membership and enhanced

programming• Activity Haven is now totally accessible• South End Happy Gang Seniors Club is accessible and continues to promote wellness outreach programs

Values upon which to build an infrastructure of Recreation, Arts & Culture for Seniors:• Accessibility• Affordability• Inclusive


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Youth Agency Representatives

Meeting Minutes

April 24, 2007

Present:Mary Ann Meagher, Brighter Futures Peterborough Christine Quinn, Peterborough County City Health Unit Lisa Roddie, YMCA of Peterborough Tammy Thomas, Big Brothers & Big Sisters Steve Guerin, Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board Constable Sherry Jank, Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Liz Maxwell, United Way of Peterborough Rick Kirschner, KAOS Radio Walter Johnstone, Youth Emergency Shelter Sandra Scott, Peterborough & District Association of Community Living Simon Dadds, Kawartha Haliburton Children’s Aid Society Brook Shaughnessy, Whitepath Cynthia Miller, Whitepath

Mary Gallop, City of Peterborough Ellen Stewart, City of Peterborough Brent Copeland , City of Peterborough


Purpose of the Meeting:To commence a community consultation process in partnership with community partners that will achieve the following goal:

“ to undertake an update of VISION 2010 Strategic Plan for Recreation, Parks and Culture that develops priorities and strategic outcomes for Peterborough in the next three years to build on the original vision document”.

Synopsis of discussion to Address the Following:• What other initiatives have supported the VISION 2010?• What needs to be accomplished in the next three years?• Who should lead this initiative?

other initiatives that have supported VISIon 2010:• Ecology park• Frisbee Golf Course• Health for Life initiatives • Ultimate Frisbee League• Lion’s Spi-plex• The enhancements to the zoo• Peterborough Folk Festival• Various literary events• Showplace’s special rates for students• Art School of Peterborough• Fleming School of Arts

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Place more emphasis on trails Organizations such as the health unit are encouraging people to become more active. Trails that are perceived as safe, are an important part of a community that promotes walking and activity.

Organizations such as the health unit

Increase the interconnectedness of walkways and trails

This provides opportunities for people to get to places without using cars.This would also increase accessibility for those using scooters and wheelchairs.

Planning Department

More accommodation such as motels, hotels and convention facilities

Many opportunities are missed to host large functions because there is a lack of large convention/hotel services.

Chamber of Commerce,Kawartha Tourism Bureau

Enhance access to the Wellness Centre for pedestrian and bike users

Improve the trail system to get to the Wellness Centre. Pedestrian and bike traffic are nervous about accessing the facility due to the increasing car traffic

Planning and Engineering Departments

Develop more social spots for low-income kids.

Low-income youth need places that they can go to learn crafts, painting etc. These social gathering places must be supervised and structured and in proximity to the downtown. They must also be in an area that is safe.

WhitepathCommunity partners supporting youth

Address the issues and perceptions of safety in the downtown.

Efforts must be made to market the downtown as a safe place to come for programs and events. This will include looking at the streetscapes, the lighting etc.Build on the “Active & Safe Routes to School“ initiative where experts from Australia and England came to town to undertake an audit on community safety.We must change perspectives and build communities for people not cars if we are to become a green community and decrease reliance on cars.

Planning DepartmentPolicePeterborough Green Up

Develop a Graffiti-Buster Program

In order improve the perception of the downtown and encourage people to come to the city centre, there must be a plan to decrease graffiti on the city streets

Mayor’s Youth CouncilPoliceDBIA

Recognize county youth Many youth from the county take part in activities, events, volunteer initiatives within the city.Mayor’s Youth Awards do honour any youth who go to school within the city. This should be communicated more widely

Mayor’s Youth Council


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Enhance integration of people with intellectual disabilities into community programs

Many clients of Community Living must have support staff accompany them to programs. Often this makes them feel centred out and different.The providers of services and programs should investigate partnership agreements that will support these people with special needs.

Service and program providers

Develop strategies to entice kids who rely solely on computers and electronic forms of entertainment to get more active.

Increasing opportunities for youth to participate in activities such as Rock Music Camps, Food Demonstration programs will help them to learn about other things that exist beyond electronic entertainment. Further, they will learn skills for employment readiness.

YESCommunity partners involved with youth

Consult with the faith community

In the past, the faith community has provided space and programming for youth.The faith community is changing to encourage involvement of youth and attempting to provide programs and social venues for young people to come together.

Faith community

Involve the media When looking at programming and events for youth, involve the media for both promotion and the ability to put the right ‘spin’ to the initiative thus engaging young people.

Media

Use the electronic medium to engage youth

Promotion of events and programs must be done through a variety of mediums such as web sites, blogs etc.

City web siteReview web site of the city of Vancouver

Promote the need for events that will promote theatre for young people

Events put on by St. James Players, Theatre Guild are popular but more events are needed to increase interest of youth in theatre. More family-focused theatre is needed.

Other community partners such as St. James Players, Theatre Guild

More emphasis must be placed on programs that celebrate the culture and heritage of urban aboriginal youth.

Many programs available through Curve Lake and Hiawatha

Whitepath and other programs serving the urban aboriginal youth

Consult with the school boards to promote youth programs

It is recognized that the School Boards are inundated with initiatives and events. There is also a need to promote community programs to children who are not in school.

School Boards

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Increase the number of organizations that support events

Review the policies for sponsorship of events such as Festival of Lights. More organizations, sponsors, community groups may be prepared to support community events but policies must be changed to allow them to do so.

Boards of events such as Festival of Lights

Explore having community agencies host information booths at venues such as Festival of Lights

Many community agencies need to promote both their programs as well as recruit volunteers.Venues such as Festival of Lights, could provide marketing opportunities.

City of PeterboroughFestival of Lights

Develop opportunities for youth to come together in other events than the Festival of Lights

Young people go to the Festival of Lights because it is a place to meet other youth.The Art Gallery had considered sponsoring youth performances on an alternate night.There has been consideration given to having things such as buskers, crafts at the Festival of Lights

The Art GalleryFestival of LightsOther community partners supporting youth

Enhance the use of school yards for recreation

Many students use the school grounds for recreation after hours.The Open Doors initiative has allowed schools to provide space for community events, at a reduced rate.School Councils are faced with how to improve schoolyard facilities.

School BoardsSchool Councils

Continue to improve the transportation infrastructure

The cancellation of after-school buses has resulted in many students needing to use public bus system.The existing bus system, while it is being improved, still does not provide the flexibility for young people to get to some programs and activities.

Transportation department

Explore the successes of downtowns such as Kingston

Kingston’s downtown shopping has a consistent schedule of operation, thus encouraging people to come downtown after work.Other cities promote things such as rinks and farmers markets in the downtown.

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Sport and Physical Activity Representatives

Meeting Minutes

April 25, 2007

Present:

Karen Seymour, Kawartha Trent Synchro SwimRick McKinlay, Oldtimer SoccerBill Byrick, Trent University Brian Saville, Senior SlopitchLarry Sadler, Angels BasketballCraig Tedford Paul Kennaley, Senior HockeyMarcel Rene, Champions GymnasticsSteve Pope, Peterborough Youth Soccer ClubDaryl Sutherland, Peterborough Legion Track ClubBrian McMillan, Men’s Church SlopitchMary Hogg, Senior SkatingDavid Minty Mike Smith, Soccer RefereesJamie Hicks, Canadian Hockey EnterprisesMike Mulvaney, Kawartha SlopitchRajan Subramarian, CricketKathleen Gilliam, Synchro Skating ClubWendy Thompson, Peterborough Youth SoccerTerry Kelly, Trent Rowing ClubPatricia Smith, Quaker Park Tennis ClubRusty Haines, Kawartha GymnasticsReg Lake, Kicks Total FitnessMichael Minicola, Peterborough Italian ClubJean Kirk, Peterborough Tai Chi AssociationPeter Graham, Peterborough Men’s Slopitch AssociationTien Rene, Skateboard Park CommitteeGaspare Anderoli, Peterborough Italian ClubAlex Brunton, Liftlock Stars HockeyCarol Love, Trent Rowing ClubDan McCracken, PCCHL HockeyJane Emmett, Ladies Church SlopitchSean Dwyer, Trent Swim ClubRichard Aitken, Peterborough Rugby ClubKim MacDougall, Ultimate FrisbeeMurray Nugent, Weeknight SlopitchCharlie Gall, PCCHL

City of Peterborough:

Mary Gallop, Ellen Stewart, Brent Copeland, Paula Wagar, Barry Larock, Erin Gill, Harold Sheldon,Michelle Doyle, Cathy Gogo, Lynn Sturch, Jennifer Bell, Geoff Matthews, Wendy Mackay, Candace Mack, Stephanie Fraser


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other initiatives that have supported VISIon 2010:• City’s parks• Community festivals• Bike trails• The zoo• Frisbee Golf Course• Italian Club for Bocce Ball• Ultimate Frisbee League• Lion’s Spi-plex• New Canadian Centre• Seniors skating club – we are treated like family by arena staff.• Improved and enhanced seniors programs• New golf courses in area• Renovation of tennis courts at Bonerworth• Co-ordination of recreation brochure “Summer Guide”• Cricket matches• Proposed speed skating rink in Lakefield• Hunter Street restaurant district• A vibrant arts community• Millennium Park• New YMCA• The joining together of the Basketball Associations• Sport Council of the GPAEDC• Facility Development Partnerships• All sports now send information to the New Canadian Centre in different languages


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Improve/develop appropriate play ground equipment in schools

We must be concerned about the activity levels of our children – studies show childhood obesity is on the rise.Old equipment in school yards is deemed unsafe

Private developers of new subdivisions

Plan for more soccer fields There is a rumour that there will not be any new fields developed before 2009.There is a need for ‘adult’ size fields.

Private developers and sponsorsCity

Promote karate for youth Sport provides young children with discipline and exercise.There is always a need for a non-profit facility to provide space.Often difficult to find evening indoor space.Churches are not always wanting a karate school as it is sometimes deemed as ‘conflict of interest’

Nothing specified other than non-profit facilities

Improve the city’s courts i.e. washroom facilities, expand shelters, better lighting, better fencing

The Italian club uses the city’s courts for BA.Facilities need to be improved in order to promote/facilitate usage.Vandalism is a problem.

The Italian Club will continue to work with the city.

Improve the city’s beaches and waterfront

Frustrations with the city’s beaches being closed.The River is polluted with weeds. The water quality is changing and affecting recreational activities

City’s Strategic Plan should address this.Community groups involved with environmental planning

Increase awareness about the bike paths and protocols to use these paths.

We have wonderful trails.People need to know that these paths are used by both bike riders and pedestrians.

Not identified

Develop a co-ordinated trail system.

We have excellent trails but we need to better connect them thus building a co-ordinated system of trails.More people are using walking as an activity to stay fit.

The City and community groups supporting trail development

Host an information fair on cultural events that are taking place in the city.

There are many events that go on in the city but more promotion of them is needed.Volunteers could help organize an information fair.When new families/individuals come to town they need to find out what is happening in our community.

The city and the community groups The Welcome WagonSchool Boards

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Increase/recognize the role/profile of volunteers in planning events such as information expos Enhance the role of volunteers and in turn increase the screening of volunteers.

More promotion of what is available is needed to let the public know of the many events and activities that are going on in the city.Volunteers are needed to assist with developing information expos.Such and exposition could help promote that there are more sports activities than just hockey. These expositions could help with volunteer recruitment.

United Way of Peterborough & District

Monitor the use of soccer fields more stringently

Soccer fields are not used by the soccer groups until they are allowed access. However, other groups use them prematurely thus causing potential damage

The City in partnership with soccer groups

Improve access to older facilities

Older facilities such as the Kinsmen Centre and Northcrest are not accessible by wheelchair users.

The City in conjunction with the Council for Disabled Persons

Celebrate the seniors sports clubs such as seniors skating

Arena staff support the seniors clubs.People come from Brighton and Whitby as there is nothing comparable in those communities.

The City and the community clubs

Acknowledge that leisure services include cultural events and programs and not just sports activities

Many people like to take part in events and programs that are social but do not want to join leagues and teams.The infrastructure of recreation must provide a continuum of activities for all ages, interests and abilities.

The City and community clubs and groups

Improve swim facilities to support larger events

The existing infrastructure of swimming facilities does not allow for large events and competitionsYoung people wanting to take part in competitive swimming often are driven to other communities.Synchronized swimming meets cannot be held in this communityThe Trent pool is decaying.The interest in swim clubs has increased.

The City and community groupsTrent University Kawartha Trent Synchro Club

Build a permanent cricket facility

There is increasing interest in cricket here in the community

Nothing identified

Continue to improve the existing neighbourhood facilities

Parks in older neighbourhoods are important to the quality of life of residents of all ages.Tennis courts throughout the City must be monitored and maintained

The City and the neighbourhood groups

Develop public facilities for curling, lawn bowling

We need to improve access to activities that may be limited to people on low-income

Nothing identified


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Develop a barrier-free ice facility with no fee

Facilities are booked solidly and public skating is limitedIncrease access to ice time for public skating

The City in collaboration with community partners

Explore property tax credit system to better support sports and leisure groups

Rowing Club has spent $5000-6000 on property taxes.Organizations such as the Rowing Club cannot be a charity because of existing policies re need to have a national or provincial organization

Nothing identified

Improve collaboration with the County

As demand for services and programs increase, there must be enhanced communication between the City and the County thus improving access to services

The City and the County

Continue to improve the community to promote tourism and get people to come to Peterborough

Hunter Street restaurant district is wonderful.Shopping in the downtown must continue to be improved i.e. more boutiques and specialty shopping.Millennium Park is bringing people to the downtown.Develop a pedestrian mall in the downtown,

The City Planning Department,GPAEDCTourism Bureau

Promote/develop sponsorships to increase the number of baseball teams.

We have good baseball facilities such as Riverside.There are fewer teams in the community – due to factors such as demographic shifts.

Community teams

Review the changing demographics and social trends to better plan for community needs.

There is an aging of the population.More people are commuting to jobs outside the city.Young people are playing video games as opposed to participating in outdoor activities.It is more common to have two parents working thus reducing the time/opportunities for family recreation.The baby-boom generation is starting to retire – what will they want in terms of leisure activities?

The City departments

Develop a convention centre The City continues to lose opportunities to host large events because we lack a multi-purpose meeting/convention centre.A hotel must be included in such a project.

The CityTourism BureauGPAEDC

Explore the future of Beavermead Park

The camp grounds must be improved to meet today’s demands.

The City

Develop a ‘dog-friendly’ park Other communities have parks where people can take their dogs to run freely.

Nothing identified.

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Develop a multi-purpose sports complex

A multi-purpose sports complex is needed to provide space for gymnastics, karate, in-door skate boarding, inline skating, walking track

Nothing identified

Make accessibility a priority All facilities must be planned/retrofitted to accommodate people with physical limitations.

The City and private partners

Address the increasing amount of graffiti

Develop a plan to rid the City of graffiti Nothing identified

Develop a Sports Council Re-ignite the Sports Council to ensure better communication and co-ordination, leadership development, shared planning and development of facilities.

The City and community partners


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Arts, Culture and heritage boards & Commissions

Meeting MinutesJune 4, 2007

Present:

Bernadine Dodge, M.A.A.C./Trent UniversityJim Apostle, PPL BoardPamela Edmonds, AGP (ACACH)Deborah Scott, Fleming College/ACACHMolly Moldovan, AGPH. McMillan, AGP Susan Apostle Clarke, AGPBev Stevenson, AGPClaire Sullivan, Canadian Authors AssociationBill Kimball, Peterborough New Dance/Market HallMarshall Elliott, City of Kawartha LakesDwayne Collins, PPL BoardTom Miller, ACACHNancy Jackson, CCRC/M.A.A.C.Gayle McIntyre, Fleming/M.A.A.C.Gillian Whitham, PCMHA Marie O’Connor, PCMA Michael Townsend, PHSJanice Griffith, Canadian Canoe MuseumMorgan Tamplin, M.A.A.C.Curtis Collins, AGP

City of Peterborough, Becky Rogers









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Recognize the importance of arts celebrations that draw attention to Peterborough and its cultural heritage

Market Hall has been used as a venue for various cultural celebrations and events that have brought people from outside the community

CityKawartha TourismArts groups

Recognize the enhanced partnership of downtown businesses with the arts community

The restaurant district is providing a focal point in the downtown that can also showcase artists and their work

CityCommunity partners

Increase the partnership between the city and the county in building an arts and cultural infrastructure for the community

We need to market/brand ourselves as a community that offers an exciting array of arts, heritage and recreational programsThere are programs that are offered in the county that should be included in are promotional materialsWe need to build a framework that promotes arts and culture. The principles used by the GPAEDC (which promotes economic development) could be used to develop this venture.

CityCountyCommunity partners

Acknowledge and appreciate the development of the Heritage Co-ordinator position

The position has provided a focal point for heritage within the cityIt has resulted in an increased awareness about heritage

City departments

Develop an integrated trail system that supports the “seamless ride”

There is an excellent base for a trail system but there are areas of the trail that are broken (may have to ride on road)We need to acquire additional property to develop a system that lets you ride/walk on trails all around the cityDevelop more bike lanesImprove the ramps on trails and sidewalks

City Parks, Recreation, Public WorksRotary club

Focus on the Waterfront Development

Can we move the Canoe Museum (or have a site) down to the waterfrontOther museums have storage areas in other parts of the community but have the museum close to downtown/rest of the cultural venuesThere is a need to co-ordinate what is going to be planned for the waterfront i.e. role that the Art Gallery will play, potential for canoe museum to have a site downtown.

City Planning, RecreationCanoe MuseumArt GalleryCommunity Partners


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Continue to build and improve the infrastructure of the canoe museum

Prince Andrew challenged the City to provide financial resources to make this a truly national museumHaving a site on the waterfront would allow the canoe museum to offer programs on the water. It would also tie the canoe museum into the circle of museum venues ( Centennial Museum, Art Gallery, Canoe Museum)Build on the important role that the canal plays in our community

Celebrate the role that the Library plays as a community leader

The Library is seen as a vital part of the community social fabricIt is recognized as a social gathering place and a point to access information (i.e. to new Canadians)It provides access to information i.e. learning about the building codes. This type of information is very expensive to purchase/subscribe to.

Library and community partners

Improve the information that is available about Peterborough

The City’s new web-site has been updated and improvedPeople from other countries find it difficult to get information about this communityInformation must be made available in both electronic and paper formsDevelop a map of significant community sites i.e. museum, art gallery, Chamber of CommerceImprove signage for these significant sites

Chamber of CommerceGPAEDCKawartha TourismThe City

Educate the public that “everyone needs to sell the city and do marketing about our community”

Whether it is the waitress in a restaurant or the police officer on the street, everyone has a role to play in making this community seem like a welcoming place to visit The first impressions that visitors get from people on the street are importantWe have a huge student population – how can they act as ambassadors for us?

The community

Educate the public as to the importance of maintaining and protecting our heritage – both the built and the social heritage

We must build a culture of conservation rather than destruction Our public leaders must understand the important role that heritage conservation plays in building a quality of lifePublic commitment must be attained

City departmentsCity CouncilCommunity partners such as PACAC,ACHAC

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Promote our community Develop promotional materials that engage people to “come to the Kawarthas and experience our heritage”County, townships and the City must co-ordinate promotional material and opportunities

City & CountyKawartha TourismChamber of CommerceCommunity Partners

Improve the signage in throughout the City

If we are to ‘brand/market’ venues and events, a consistent signage program must be developedOther cities use banners and signs to peak people’s interest in cultural events and venues

CityKawartha TourismArts and cultural groups

Increase resources and commitment to redeveloping the downtown as a heritage district

The City must increase the emphasis on the downtown and commit to designating it as an important district for heritage and cultureCornerstones for this district must be identified as the library, Hutchison House, the Market Hall etc.Development and infilling that encourages/allows more people to live downtown, must be a priorityPeople will only come downtown if they feel that it is safe and secureCity Council must commit to having the downtown succeed

City departmentsCity CouncilPrivate businessCity police

Review the infrastructure in the downtown core and identify how various properties can be rejuvenated/purchased

A review of buildings such as the old food bank and the scrap yard must be undertaken

City departmentsPrivate land owners


In planning the community for the future that supports a high quality of life, we must encourage people to use alternate methods of transportationThere must be more ‘traffic calming’ on neighbourhood streetsDoors Open Peterborough will have a bus running to the venuesOther cities such as London, England, have “on/off” buses that drop people off at cultural venues and pick them up afterwardsThe water taxi is a good example of alternative transportation

City departmentsCommunity partners such as Peterborough Green Up


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Celebrate the increased awareness in this community to be a ‘green community’

More people are wanting a community that has a suitable public transit system and a trail system that provides alternatives to care

City TransitCity RecreationCommunity Partners such as the Rotary Club

Improve the infrastructure of streetscape by placing garbage bins, recycling bins and benches along the trails, sidewalks

People get frustrated when there are no garbage bins along the trailsGarbage bins must be maintained all year round

City departments

Improve our streetscapes Lansdowne Street was recently refurbished but it is very unattractive.When refurbishing major arteries build in green space, trees and planters – to make the entrance to the City more attractiveWhen new developments (i.e. malls, commercial buildings) are planned, have the building near the sidewalk and the parking at the back. This promotes a pedestrian-friendly community.

City Departments

Develop pedestrian-friendly downtown

Develop a walking tour map of the heritage areasRecognize the importance of promoting our downtown and the heritage areas as safe places to walk

City DepartmentsCity police

Acquire land for green space and natural areas

The City must plan for future development and ensure that there is green space and natural areasGreen space is important for the mental and physical health of peopleThe drumlin fields are part of our environment that we should be promoting for tourism – we have amazing views that would be of interest to tourists. Use Rome as an example of how to promote our natural environment.

City departments

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Develop a planning protocol that recognizes/supports the inter-relationship between development and the preservation of our social, environment and built heritage

The Places To Grow Report/Process will encourage development to increase in this community As a community that values quality of life, we cannot support development at the expense of our heritage and social wellbeing. We must address this potential threat before it occurs.We still have an amazing number of heritage buildings in this city – but they must be protected and they must be used to help brand this community as a place where people want to come to celebrate historyOur green environment/green heritage must been maintainedThe Archaeological Master Plan will be completed in the near future and this will be a significant tool to the City to protect heritage sites and landmarksThe Heritage Preservation Office has a good relationship with the city planning and building departmentsThe City’s Planning & Development Department should maintain a list of lands that need to be acquired in order to enhance projects such as the waterfront development, the trail system

City DepartmentsPACACEnvironmental groups

Encourage intensification of the existing city and decrease the urban sprawl

This would help the community develop in a way that will promote public transportation and decrease the use of carsIn promoting intensification, ensure that appropriate green space in planned/ maintained to ensure a quality of life

City Planning & Development Transit department

Explore the use of the inner courtyards in the downtown

Consider what Kingston has been able to do with its downtown and the use it has made of the inner courtyards (restaurants, sitting areas)This would help bring more people downtown and improve the safety issues

City PlanningCommunity partners


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Encourage the GPAEDC to promote/encourage small commercial/business opportunities

Promote the quality of life that Peterborough enjoys to the business community outside of PeterboroughRecognize that there are few large industries that could/would move to PeterboroughPromote Peterborough as a community that is welcoming to different culturesOur arts and cultural sector must be recognized for the economic value that it provides in the community

The CityGPAEDC

Develop a political will that supports cultural advancement

The last major development of a cultural venue was the building of the library. Other cultural venues, such as Show Place, have been privately funded.The Museum was built in 1967The Council must develop the political will to support arts, culture and heritage.Council must recognize and understand the important economic role that arts and culture plays

City Council

Build and co-ordinate an infrastructure of accommodation and transportation services that will allow us to host significant national and international events

We do not have access to public transportation i.e. an airport, train travelWe lack hotel and convention facilities to support an major event

City GPAEDCKawartha TourismPrivate partners

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Recreation & Parks Professionals

Meeting MinutesJune 4, 2007

Present:Duncan Manser, Public Works, City of PeterboroughSusan Varghese, Five Counties Children’s CentreSandra Hall, City of Peterborough, Sport & Wellness CentreKim Darling, Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Barry Larock, Recreation, City of PeterboroughBrent Copeland, Recreation, City of PeterboroughEllen Stewart, Recreation, City of PeterboroughParmik Chahal, Fleming CollegeHarold Sheldon, Arenas, City of PeterboroughGeoff Mathews, Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Jennifer Bell, Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Candace Mack, City of Peterborough, Sport & Wellness Centre Bill Byrick, Trent University AthleticsJeffry Cadence, Trent University Student AffairsBrian Buchardt, Planning, City of PeterboroughCari Anne Sterling, Recreation, City of PeterboroughSue Warrington, Memorial Centre, City of PeterboroughEric Martin, City CouncilBrenda Dales, Peterborough Social Planning CouncilMary Gallop, Recreation, City of Peterborough










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Enhance co-ordination and planning of services and programs

In order to maximize resources and ensure that we are planning in a responsible manner, we need to enhance the co-ordination and planning of programsAppropriate scheduling is very important

City Departments City Council

Ensure that programs/events are accessible – financially and physically

Some families required subsidy in order to access programs/eventsNeed to look at the fee schedule and subsidy programs

City Recreation

Improve communication amongst City departments

There are opportunities to enhance communication between departments such as Planning Department and Recreation Department i.e. use of parks levy

City Departments

Develop indoor space for youth in fitness facilities

Young people need time/space to themselves for programs that meet their needs

FacilitiesCity Recreation

Work with the Boards of Education to enhance community programming opportunities

School boards have facilities that could be used for community programming i.e. fields for programs/eventsAllow youth to use the gymnasium and sports groups to use the fieldsIn the 1990s, school boards were subject to park levies. These fees were waved. Perhaps this arrangement should be revisited if the community is not able to use the facilities owned by the Boards of Education.

School BoardsCity Recreation

Recognize the work of Trent University in linking programs to improving health

Trent is trying to educate youth about the role that sports and recreation plays in quality of lifeThere will be a pilot project in 2008 re mentoring program with varsity athletes

Trent UniversityCity Recreation

Review the resources provided for park land acquisition, park development and maintenance

People are expecting parks to be established in neighbourhoods, new subdivisionsThey also expect that these green spaces be kept clean and safe with appropriate sitting areas, benches, garbage bins

City

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Develop a base line for neighbourhood park development and maintenance

A baseline would provide the minimum standard for park development and maintenanceIn order to maintain parks, the community/neighbourhood associations must be engaged The neighbourhood associations should be educated as to what they are allowed to do within a park. This may result in having them sign a contract which stipulates what is to be undertaken

City Recreation & Parks


The City must plan for future development and ensure that there is green space and natural areasGreen space is important for the mental and physical health of people

City departments


Our green environment/green heritage must been maintained


Improve the information/ marketing that is available about Peterborough

The City’s new website has been updated and improvedPeople from other countries find it difficult to get information about this communityHow can we market Peterborough through our sports programs and events? What is it that makes Peterborough different from other communities?Are there other sports/recreation alliances that can be partners in promoting our community?Information must be made available in both electronic and paper formsDevelop a map of significant community sites i.e. museum, art gallery, Chamber of CommerceImprove signage for these significant sites

Chamber of CommerceGPAEDCKawartha TourismCityOther sports alliances

Develop the Sports Tourism aspects of our community

Develop a Sports Council

How can we market Peterborough through our sports programs and events? What is it that makes Peterborough different from other communities?Are there other sports/recreation alliances that can be partners in promoting our communityA Sports Council would be instrumental in promoting this initiative/concept

Community partners


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Build on the work of the Recreation Providers’ Network

This Network consists of organizations such as Five Counties Children’s CentreThe intent of the Network is to share information on recreational servicesIt could provide a venue to brainstorm new ideas/opportunitiesThere is a need to showcase the recreational services that presently exist and increase the public’s awareness about what is available in our community. This could be done through a Fair.

Recreational Providers Network

City Recreation

Increase the pool space There is a need for more pool space for programs such as therapeutic services, synchronized swimming, scuba

City RecreationCommunity Partners

Review the availability/accessibility of arenas

Northcrest arena has a 5-year structural approvalThe north end is a growth area which would lend itself for a twin pad structureThe existing arena is difficult for people to physically access i.e. sitting areas, dressing rooms small

City Recreation

Develop a multipurpose facility

Such a facility should include ice pads, fields, banquet rooms, poolA survey of the Peterborough Sports & Wellness Centre users indicated: a need for a North end facility that would include a leisure pool, therapy pool, fitness centre, aerobics’ studio, gym and ice padThe Wellness Centre has over 6000 active members and this doe not include pay as you go at registered programs. A survey conducted last year indicates over 750,000 people come through their doors.

City Recreation & ParksCommunity partners

Analyze and promote the financial value of tourism

Recreation and tourism is a growth industry and must be recognized for the resources that are brought to this community

GPAEDCCityKawartha Tourism

Recognize the need for youth programs in the downtown

The Youth Emergency Shelter has been impacted by the loss of the YMCA in the downtownThe clients of the Shelter will not take part in programs offered in school settings

Community Partners

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Arts and Culture Representatives

Meeting Minutes

June 11, 2007

Present:

Pam Edwards, Art Gallery of PeterboroughBeverly Handlechner, Peterborough Guild of Arts & CraftsVal Greel, Peterborough Guild of Arts & CraftsBob McLean, Peterborough WoodcarversDonna McLean, Peterborough WoodcarversRay Marshall, Showplace PeterboroughKathy Kirkland, Festival of LightsEsther Vincent, Cooked & Eaten Reading SeriesJoan Nickle, Kawartha Potters GuildJane Wild, Muse International Film Festival PCMAClaire Sullivan, Canadian Authors AssociationRhonda Lee Stephenson, Canadian Authors Association

City of Peterborough: Becky Rogers






other initiatives that have supported VISIon 2010:• Ecology park• Frisbee Golf Course• Health for Life initiatives • Ultimate Frisbee League• Lion’s Spi-plex• The enhancements to the zoo• Peterborough Folk Festival• Various literary events• Showplace’s special rates for students• Art School of Peterborough• Fleming School of Arts


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Recreation, Arts & CultureWhy this is important Partnerships needed to address

this initiative

Celebrate the achievements of Millennium Park

This is a major attraction in the downtownIt provides green space that improves the downtown and provides space for exhibitions

City departments

Improve the ties between the downtown and Millennium Park

To improve the downtown we need to connect it to Millennium ParkThis relationship will help shape how we market the downtownExplore development of a ‘mini Harbourfront”

City departments


Develop a walking tour map of the heritage areasRecognize the importance of promoting our downtown and the heritage areas as safe places to walkEncourage property owners who have vacant window space in the downtown to allow the City and community partners to display pictures about our heritage


Increase resources and commitment to redeveloping the downtown as a unique shopping experience

The City must increase the emphasis on the downtown The downtown must attract businesses which will make it a ‘special and unique’ place to come to shopTraffic must be addressed – people drive too fast through the downtown. Should we go back to 2 way traffic? People will only come downtown if they feel that it is safe and secureCity Council must commit to having the downtown succeedConsider the development of a pedestrian mallRestaurants are needed along the riverConcern that the Tourism bureau is moving out of the downtown


Recognize the importance of the Art Gallery

This has helped the arts culture to become more visible to the public It has also helped support new artists

City departments

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this initiative


The City’s new web-site has been updated and improvedPeople from other countries find it difficult to get information about this communityInformation must be made available in both electronic and paper formsDevelop a (walking) map of significant community sites i.e. museum, art gallery, Chamber of CommerceImprove signage for these significant sitesConcern that the Tourism bureau is moving out of the downtownBuild on cities such as Thunder Bay that circulates a tabloid twice a year re advertising all community eventsWe need an ‘information clearing house’ for marketing informationThere is a need to hire a co-ordinator to undertake this work

Chamber of CommerceGPAEDCKawartha TourismCity

Build on the incredible music scene in this community

There are many venues where live music can be profiled and enjoyedPeople come to Peterborough to enjoy this ‘music scene’

Arts communityBusinesses

Develop an ‘art-in-the-park’ event

Stratford has a very successful art-in-the-park event that is held on SundaysThis helps promote the work of the artist and provides another event that will bring tourists to townFestival of Lights is attempting together artisans to sell their work at Del Crary Park during the summer

City RecreationArts community

Develop educational programs for arts and crafts

Fleming provides a venue for education but at present it is located in HaliburtonThe community experienced the loss of Class Connections

Develop enabling partnerships between the City and non-profit organizations undertaking major events

There are many wonderful and creative events that are planned but there is a need to improve co-ordination and marketing of these eventsA liaison position would assist in this issueImprove/co-ordinate the marketing of events and activities

City and community non-profit partners


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this initiative

Improve the signage in throughout the City

If we are to ‘brand/market’ venues and events, a consistent signage program must be developedOther cities use banners and signs to peak people’s interest in cultural events and venues

CityKawartha TourismArts and cultural groups

Co-ordinate marketing with other communities

Given that ‘Doors Open’ is an event that takes place across Ontario – can we promote other community’s dates and in turn they can promote ours?“Kick It Up in the Kawarthas” is a wonderful concept but there are many potential partners who are not aware of itThere is a need to co-ordinate the marketing of such festivals if they are to become successfulWork with the GTA to market our events and programs in the GTALink with other web sites

City RecreationCommunity PartnersKawartha TourismGPAEDC

Promote our community Develop promotional materials that engage people to “come to the Kawarthas and experience our culture/heritage”



In planning the community for the future that supports a high quality of life, we must encourage people to use alternate methods of transportationSunday bus service has been an improvementDoors Open Peterborough will have a bus running to the venuesOther cities such as London, England, have “on/off” buses that drop people off at cultural venues and pick them up afterwards


Build on the successes of Arts Week

Can we build this into a larger festival? Can it become something that brings people to this community from across the province, country?

Arts CommunityKawartha tourism

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this initiative


Promote the quality of life that Peterborough enjoys to the business community outside of PeterboroughRecognize that there are few large industries that could/would move to PeterboroughPromote Peterborough as a community that is welcoming to different culturesGPAEDC must recognize that tourism is changing and that culture is a major tourism draw

The CityGPAEDC

Share the results of this plan with the Downtown Business Area Association (DBIA)

A plan like this is dependent on developing partners with other groups who will work together for successful outcomesDBIA will be an important partner in acting on many of these recommendations

City departmentsDBIA

Develop a capacity to provide information/market programs, events and cultural venues to tourists coming into town via the waterways

Friends of the Trent Severn used to take on this roleParks Canada does not have information to give to touristsCapitalize on the waterway and the advertising opportunity that exists

City RecreationParks CanadaCommunity partners

Expand the role of the marina at Del Crary Park

This would be a perfect venue to provide promotional information and it could be a natural base for tours to be based

City departments

Hire tour guides to assist tourists to get to know our city

Other cities have walking and bus tours Not identified

Explore the multi-use tourism offices that are provided in cities around the world

We need to provide an office where people can come to book accommodation, restaurant reservations and get tickets for cultural eventsPort Hope has developed something similar re Capital Theatre and Tourism office are combined

Not identified


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Youth Representatives

Meeting MinutesMay 7, 2007

Present:

Meghan Gagliardi Sabheen KhanJohathan Pinto Emma BlackwoodNicole Gagliardi Kurtis GibbsHannah Keating Adlene PintoEarl Sacrey Ariane PintoDaniel Britton Robyn BaxRebecca Ballarin Ethan GallantRyan McCracken Jennifer FastaskiJacqueline JuranicsKhyber Kattack

City of Peterborough: Mary Gallop, Ellen Stewart









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Initiative(s) needed to enhance infrastructure of Recreation, Arts & Culture

Why this is important Partnerships needed to address this initiative

Improve transit system Youth need safe and reliable public transportation to get them to activities and eventsThe new bus system has improved some routes, but it is still very difficult and time consuming to use public transportationDevelop a user-friendly map of the routes. Include on the map, major venues.People feel unsafe at the poorly lit bus stops

City transit

Develop a marketing strategy to promote community events, programs and festivals

A strategic marketing plan is needed to inform youth of activities and programs happening in the city.Improve information that is available on the website of the city.Work with the high schools to develop the marketing strategy and to share information.

The City and partners

Increase ways of getting Trent students involved in the community

Build on the examples of Brock University re the IMPACT program whereby university students connect with high schools to build strong communities.Trent students could be good role models

The City in partnerships with high schools and Trent University

Create a space for youth in the downtown

Young people have no place to go to meet and to talk.They are not encouraged to congregate in malls and public places.A Place for youth could also provide indoor and outdoor space to encourage a variety of activities.The space could include an area for informal sports/games such as basketball

Nothing identified

Build sidewalks in new subdivisions where non exist

In order for this community to become more pedestrian-friendly, sidewalks must be build in all new subdivisions.

The City in partnership with developers

Develop a co-ordinated trail system.

We have excellent trails but we need to better connect them thus building a co-ordinated system of trails.More people are using walking as an activity to stay fit.

The City and community groups supporting trail development

Acknowledge that leisure services include cultural events and programs and not just sports activities

Many people like to take part in events and programs that are social but do not want to join leagues and teams.The infrastructure of recreation must provide a continuum of activities for all ages, interests and abilities.

The City and community clubs and groups


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Review the changing demographics and social trends to better plan for community needs.

There is an aging of the population.There are more people from diverse backgrounds interested in coming to Peterborough however they need access to social supports, food products to support their diets.

The City departments

Promote cultural diversification in community events and programs

Encourage young people of different cultures (and their families) to help promote, organize and integrate activities into the recreational and cultural infrastructure of the city

Nothing identified

Develop a ‘dog-friendly’ park

Other communities have parks where people can take their dogs to run freely.

Nothing identified.

Address the increasing amount of graffiti

Develop a plan to rid the City of graffitiPromote a contest to encourage young artists to do tasteful graffiti art i.e. at the skateboard park.Can this be an inter-generational project to promote youth and older adults to work together to paint murals in the downtown?

Nothing identified

Improve shopping for the community

Young people are consumers who at present are going elsewhere to buy products that they need.The downtown and Portage Place both need to improve their commercial spaces.

The City in partnership with businesses

Continue to improve the community to promote tourism and get people to come to Peterborough

Hunter Street restaurant district is wonderful.Shopping in the downtown must continue to be improved i.e. more boutiques and specialty shopping.

The City Planning Department

GPAEDC

Tourism BureauImprove/develop appropriate play ground equipment in schools

We must be concerned about the activity levels of our children – studies show childhood obesity is on the rise.

Private developers of new subdivisions

Clean up the water quality to encourage more water-related activities and sports

Young people are concerned with the quality of water.Many youth enjoy water sports such as rowing but perceptions of poor water quality impact on their enjoyment.

The City in partnership with environmental groups

Market the benefits and the enjoyments of rowing

Develop community teams outside of the high schools.Work with businesses such as Peterborough Paddle & Pedal to provide lessons

The City and Peterborough Paddle & Pedal

Plan neighbourhoods as small communities

Explore the use of hubs when developing new subdivisions and neighbourhoods.Include services such as parks for activities, libraries, a place for youth to meet, coffee shop

The City Planning Department

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Increase opportunities for recreational swimming

Existing facilities are very busy and less time is available for recreational swimming.New facilities such as the YMCA, the Wellness Centre are not easily accessed by the entire community

Nothing identified.

Enhance/increase the access to a variety of camps

Young people are needing to travel outside the community to access camps (such as soccer, baseball camps)There are age limitations on camps – more camps have to be planned for youth over 12 years of ageMore youth are wanting access to golf camps

Nothing identified

Consider subsidization of programming and how it can be done in a sensitive manner

Young people are sensitive about asking for subsidization.They are afraid of being stigmatized.Access to programs can be limited to people on low incomes if they do not know about subsidies or are afraid to request them.


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Council for Persons with disabilities


Present:

Tracy BonnerRichard RuskLorna HilbornLorrie CooperDick KennedyLynn ZeppieriSandra ScottVali AliJanet AliColleen RistokLisa DeFlorioJohn Macdonald

City of Peterborough: Mary Gallop









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Place more emphasis accessibility on trails

Trails that are perceived as safe, are an important part of a community that promotes connecting with nature.Florida has made an effort to make trails accessible with lots of rest stops.Volunteers are patrolling the trails to monitor if people may need assistance.Standard benches needed to increase rest stops

City and the Council for Disabled in partnership with service clubs



Planning Department

More accessible accommodation in motels, hotels and convention facilities

There is a need to encourage facilities to increase the numbers of rooms and public spaces that are ‘truly’ accessible

Chamber of Commerce,Kawartha Tourism BureauPrivate providers

Enhance integration of people with intellectual disabilities into community programs

Increase the access to swimming and gym facilities

Service and program providers


Accessible transportation outside the city is a major issues

Transportation department

Encourage merchants in commercial/shopping areas to increase accessibility to their premises

Stores in the downtown must be made aware that with the increasing age of the population, they must continue to increase access to their commercial facilities in order to accommodate their clientele.Can the City be empowered to get downtown business owners to ensure any retrofitting or rehabilitation includes enhanced accessibility?

DBIAPlanning and Building DepartmentsChamber of Commerce

Increase accessibility to playgrounds

Parents and grandparents with physical challenges cannot access playgrounds unless the paths are made accessibleContinue with the plan to have an accessible playground in each of the 4 quadrants of the community

RecreationPlanning DepartmentBoards of Education

Build accessible washrooms in any public venue

Washrooms should be provided near trails to support people’s needsChange tables should be provided in accessible washrooms

Planning Department

Council for the Disabled

Increase access to the Memorial Centre’s ice service

A ramp is needed to increase easy access to the ice surface

Recreation


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Develop a wilderness lodge at Beavermead Park

During the study of the Park, explore developing 4 units that will accommodate someone in a wheelchair.Improve the physical infrastructure to accommodate wheelchairs and mobility devices.

Recreation

Increase access to beaches for people with mobility challenges

Washrooms and parking areas must be made accessibleThere should be a hard surface pathway for a wheelchair to get directly to water’s edge

Trent Severn WaterwaysRecreation

Develop a capacity to monitor and document the hotels, motels, restaurants and commercial facilities that are accessible.

Develop and maintain an inventory and incorporate this information into other directories such as Kawartha Tourism material

Council for Persons with DisabilitiesChamber of Commerce

Increase partnerships with service clubs in order to work towards a more accessible community

Host a meeting with service clubs to develop a plan of support for projects i.e. getting service clubs to sponsor benches along the trail systemExplore community programs to supplement these projects

CityService ClubsCouncil for Person with DisabilitiesCommunity programs

Increase access to aquatic and gym facilities to people needing therapeutic programming

A third facility should be planned that will supplement the YMCA and Wellness CentreNote: Five Counties Children’s Centre is undertaking a survey of their families to ask what access issues they have to recreation services. This will be shared with the city.

CityCommunity Partners

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outdoor and environment Representatives


Present:

Richard Straka, Planning DivisionJohn Williams, Otonabee ConservationAnne Gallant, Peterborough County City Health UnitJohn and Wayne, Wild Rock Outfitters Dawna Rhodenhizer, Peterborough Horticultural SocietyAlan Barber, City of PeterboroughLloyd Graham, Peterborough Rotary ClubSue McGregor-Hunter, Peterborough Green-UpCharlotte Gick, Tinker PropertySusan Suave, City of PeterboroughIan Attridge, Natural Area Advisory Committee & Provincial Consultation on TrailsRichard Scott, Trent Severn WaterwayJanet McLeod, Communities in BloomMary Gallop, City of PeterboroughBrent Copeland, City of Peterborough


Purpose of the Meeting








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Place more emphasis on accessibility on trails

Trails that are perceived as safe, are an important part of a community that promotes connecting with nature.Volunteers are patrolling the trails to monitor if people may need assistance.Standard benches needed to increase rest stopsPlough the trails during the winterDevelop trails specifically for skiing



Planning Department

Register the trails to ensure that they are maintained as part of the Trans Canada Trail System

Develop trail to KeeneKiwanis Trail to Omemee not yet registeredOrganize a Task Force for Trails to oversee development and to work County to ensure trail developmentWe have already lost trails and pathways i.e. Friends of Chemong PortageNeed to mark trails that have a heritage value

City departmentsCountyPartners such as service clubsOtonabee Conservation

Improve safety on the trails Develop signage to designate the sides of the trails that are for bikes vs pedestriansThere are specific trails/spots in the City that are unsafe such as the crossing at Parkhill RoadConsider developing an underpass at these crossings

City departments

Develop trails for mountain biking

At present there is no place for people to safely ride mountain bikesWild Rock Outfitters has been working with Otonabee Conservation to plan such a trail at the Harold Town/Old Orchard property

City RecreationOtonabee ConservationPrivate partners such as Wild Rock Outfitters


Increased number of trails will supplement the transportation system thus providing alternative methods of transportation to carsRevisit the Yellow Bike program

Recreation departmentTransportation departmentPeterborough County City Health Unit

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Improve the infrastructure of trails by placing garbage bins, recycling bins and benches along the trails

People get frustrated when there are no garbage bins along the trailsGarbage bins must be maintained all year round, as more people use the trails in all seasonsThe Rotary Club is exploring development of shelters along the trails that could also have places for advertisements (thus providing some revenue generation)

City Public WorksService Clubs such as the Rotary

Improve the water quality of our beaches to increase use

The public is questioning the safety of swimming at the public beaches in the CityThere is a need to work together (multi agencies) to clean up the water system and the beaches Invest in studies to monitor the water systemPromoting our public beaches will be good for tourism and businessShoreline naturalization is required for water quality, shoreline stability, beautification etc. such as Millennium Park

City departmentsOtonabee ConservationPeterborough County City Health UnitPrivate partners

Rejuvenate the parks that are no longer in use

As the City grows and neighbourhoods change, there will be an increased need for more green space

City departments

Celebrate our unique parks and green space

Millennium Park and the Riverview Park & Zoo are seen as showplaces to other communitiesMore walkways are needed at the Zoo

City departments

Develop and maintain bike lanes

We need to increase the use of bikes as part of a plan for alternative transportationMore people would cycle around the city if they felt saferIncrease public awareness about cyclists – don’t forget that they have a right to use the roads safelyTwo way streets become speedways and they are difficult to cross


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Celebrate the unique partnerships that have promoted green space, cultural activities and opportunities to bring the community together

The Ecology Park is used by many peopleSt. Joseph’s At Fleming developed gardens for the Residents thanks to the partnerships with the Cadets, the Alzheimer SocietyThe Folk Festival has expanded in the last 6 yearsThe Rotary Club has sponsored the fireworks for Victoria DayThe Festival of Trees is looking to change and expandKawartha Heritage Conservancy is working in partnerships with organizations such as the CityNatural Areas Advisory Committee has been active in the past but is in hiatusThe community has benefited from the many community races, triathlons etc. The Dragon Boat Races are an example.The Water Taxi is a great resource to the summer activities

Community Partners

Undertake strategic planning for the area north of the Lift Locks

There is a need to reclaim cut channel north of the Lift LocksEnhance an area in that vicinity to be a recreational space

Trent Severn WaterwaysCity departments


Close specific downtown streets as Ottawa had done to promote walking, cycling, roller blading

City departments



City departments

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Develop an urban tree program and strategy

The public is becoming more concerned about the need for maintaining trees in our communityIn addition to celebrating the built heritage, we must celebrate the green heritage and our city’s reputation for having large mature treesIncrease the planting of native trees throughout the CityAcknowledge the role that volunteer groups such as the scouts and cubs play in planting trees and improving the green environment

City Recreation DepartmentCity Public Works DepartmentPrivate Developers

Develop a community garden program and infrastructure

As city’s become more densely populated, people will not have space near their apartments/residences for gardensCan we use some of the parkland for gardens? Can we be more creative in our use of parkland?

City departmentsPeterborough County City Health UnitPeterborough Green Up

Develop a Master Plan for the park infrastructure of the City

Increased interest by the public to have parks become more multi-functionalJackson Park is an important part of our green heritage but we must look at the long-term strategies for this and other green spaces

City departments

Study the effects of the built environment on environmental features such as Jackson Creek, Otonabee River

Where Jackson Creek runs through the downtown, parking lots now line the banks of this water courseLandscaping and walking trails should be built along the CreekTrent power dam is ruining the river and the natural environment

City departmentsEnvironmental partners

Plan the city to be a pedestrian-friendly community

Pass a pedestrian charter for walking in the cityPlan new communities/ neighbourhoods to include sidewalks and paths


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new Canadians, Culture and heritage Representatives


Present:

Milburn Jones, Hazelbrae Barnardo Memorial GroupIvy Sucee, Hazelbrae Barnardo Memorial Group Eleanor Aldus, Kawartha Branch OGS Shirley O’Grady, Peterborough Canadian Irish ClubJune James, Kawartha Branch OGSDon Willcock, PACAC/ACHACDebbie Keay, Peterborough ALORon Geoff Eve, PACAC/Downtown CountdownWalter Johnstone, YES/KawarthafestEdward Smith, ACO PeterboroughDeborah Taylor, Hutchison HouseCarmela Valles, New Canadian CentreEloise Bucholtz, Peterborough Festival of Trees

City of Peterborough: Becky Rogers









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Celebrate the Heritage Property Tax Relief Program

This has assisted PACA to get more buildings designated as owners feel they are given an incentiveProperty owners have also become more educated about the criteria used in designationPeterborough is only the second community in the province to have developed such a program

The City and private land owners

Acknowledge and appreciate the development of the Heritage Co-ordinator position

The position has provided a focal point for heritage within the cityIt has resulted in an increased awareness about heritage

City departments

Recognize the importance of moving the Art Gallery under the Arts & Cultural Division of the city

This has helped the arts culture to become more visible to the public It has also helped support new artists

City departments

Recognize the successes of 3 major events/celebrations and what they accomplished

The Liftlock Celebration, the City’s Centennial and the Ploughing Match were well organized well attendedThey illustrated the value of partnerships

Community partners

Celebrate the role that the Library plays as a community leader

The Library is seen as a vital part of the community social fabricIt is recognized as a social gathering place and a point to access information (i.e. to new Canadians)It has built on the development of partnerships with groups such as school boards, New Canadians Centre

Library and community partners

Recognize the increasing importance of multi-cultural events

People outside of this community are recognizing Peterborough for its multi-cultural festivalsThese festivals are providing education to the community about different culturesPeterborough now has a mosque, a synagogue and is attracting people from different cultures and religionsPrepare for a changing community and recognize that there is an increasing migration of other cultural groups to our community

Community partners


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The City’s new web-site has been updated and improvedPeople from other countries find it difficult to get information about this communityInformation must be made available in both electronic and paper formsDevelop a map of significant community sites i.e. museum, art gallery, Chamber of CommerceImprove signage for these significant sites

Chamber of CommerceGPAEDCKawartha TourismCity

Educate the public that “everyone needs to sell the city and do marketing about our community”

Whether it is the waitress in a restaurant or the police officer on the street, everyone has a role to play in making this community seem like a welcoming place to visit The first impressions that visitors get from people on the street are important

Community

Educate the public as to the importance of maintaining and protecting our heritage – both the built and the social heritage

We must build a culture of conservation rather than destruction Our public leaders must understand the important role that heritage conservation plays in building a quality of lifePublic commitment must be attained

City departmentsCity CouncilCommunity partners such as PACAC,ACHAC

Promote our community “themematically”

Develop promotional materials that engage people to “come to the Kawarthas and experience our heritage”County, townships and the City must co-ordinate promotional material and opportunities



The Festival of Trees would like to be recognized as a legitimate partner with the CityA liaison position would assist in this issue


Discontinue tax relief for empty apartments/building in the downtown

Encourage landowners in the downtown to redevelop their properties and to get more living space in the downtown

City departments

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Increase resources and commitment to redeveloping the downtown as a heritage district

The City must increase the emphasis on the downtown and commit to designating it as an important district for heritage and cultureCornerstones for this district must be identified as the library, Hutchison House, the Market Hall etc.Development and infilling that encourages/allows more people to live downtown, must be a priorityPeople will only come downtown if they feel that it is safe and secureCity Council must commit to having the downtown succeed


Review the infrastructure in the downtown core and identify how various properties can be rejuvenated

A review of buildings such as the old food bank and the scrap yard must be undertaken

City departmentsPrivate land owners


In planning the community for the future that supports a high quality of life, we must encourage people to use alternate methods of transportationThere must be more ‘traffic calming’ on neighbourhood streetsDoors Open Peterborough will have a bus running to the venuesOther cities such as London, England, have “on/off” buses that drop people off at cultural venues and pick them up afterwardsThe water tax is a good example of alternative transportation


Improve the infrastructure of streetscape by placing garbage bins, recycling bins and benches along the trails, sidewalks

People get frustrated when there are no garbage bins along the trailsGarbage bins must be maintained all year round

City departments


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Develop ways of supporting neighbourhoods are within areas where large public events take place

Residents of Crescent Street are concerned with the amount of crime that is occurring/perceived as occurring during Festival of Lights eventsNeighbourhood streets become race waysResidents are frustrated when they call police and there is no responsePeople living in the vicinity of the Memorial Centre are frustrated by the crowds attending events at the Centre and the lack of respect people have for these neighbourhoods

City departmentsCity Police

Celebrate the unique partnerships that have promoted green space, cultural activities and opportunities to bring the community together

Developed gardens for the residents thanks to the partnerships with the Cadets and the Alzheimer SocietyThe Festival of Trees is looking to change and expandKawartha Heritage Conservancy is working in partnerships with organizations such as the CityThe community has benefited from the many community races, triathlons etc. The Dragon Boat Races are an example.The Water Taxi is a great resource to the summer activities

Community Partners

Celebrate the increased awareness in this community to be a ‘green community’

Festival of Trees is working with the City’s Waste Management department to promote an environmentally friendly event

Non-profit organizations planning eventsCity Waste Management Department


Develop a walking tour map of the heritage areasRecognize the importance of promoting our downtown and the heritage areas as safe places to walkEncourage property owners who have vacant window space in the downtown to allow the City and community partners to display pictures about our heritage




City departments

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The Places To Grow Report/Process will encourage development to increase in this community As a community that values quality of life, we cannot support development at the expense of our heritage and social well-being. We must address this potential threat before it occurs.Our green environment/green heritage must been maintainedDevelop a list of historic sitesOttawa has 16 sites designated while Cobourg has already designated 4The Archaeological Master Plan will be completed in the near future and this will be a significant tool to the City to protect heritage sites and landmarksThe Heritage Preservation Office has a good relationship with the city planning and building departmentsStudy the affects of the built environment on environmental features such as Jackson Creek, Otonabee River


Designate a Heritage District in our community

This would promote tourism and would be complementary to the designated restaurant districtIt is recognized that there are obstacles/issues to be overcome i.e. insurance, multiple land ownersIt is easier to have a heritage district designated if there is only one land owner involved i.e. Toronto’s distillery district

City departments PACACACHAC

Plan our communities/ neighbourhoods to include social interaction spaces

The Library is seen as a place for social interaction and place for people to come togetherConsider the role that service hubs could play in neighourhoods

City Planning & Development


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Encourage intensification of the existing city and decrease the urban sprawl

This would help the community develop in a way that will promote public transportation and decrease the use of carsIn promoting intensification, ensure that appropriate green space in planned/maintained to ensure a quality of lifeQuestion the impact that building Highway 407 will have on this community and how it develops in the futureWhen promoting higher density projects, can we reduce the number of parking spaces needed in order to educate/encourage people to take public transit?

City Planning & Development Transit department


Promote the quality of life that Peterborough enjoys to the business community outside of PeterboroughRecognize that there are few large industries that could/would move to PeterboroughPromote Peterborough as a community that is welcoming to different cultures

The CityGPAEDC

Share the results of this plan with the Downtown Business Area Association (DBIA)

A plan like this is dependent on developing partners with other groups who will work together for successful outcomesDBIA will be an important partner in actioning many of these recommendations

City departmentsDBIA

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Youth Representatives at Knox Street United Church


Present:

Michael, Donald, Warren, Lance, Danielle, Charlotte, Lance, Ricky, Joe, Cassie, Kayla, Dylan

Mary Gallop, City of Peterborough

Ellen Stewart, City of Peterborough





overview of What has happened since VISIon 2010

• A strategic plan was developed seven years ago

• It is now time to discuss where we need to be focusing our efforts in the next few years

• There have been many new programs and opportunities to take part in recreation and culture

• The intent is to develop a new plan that looks at changes that our community wants to make in order to meet the recreational, heritage and parks needs of Peterborough


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Decrease the violence in the streets

People need to feel safe going out to programs and parks

Police

Community partnersDevelop more places where youth can go to meet friends

These may be drop-in centres with that include a place for informal games, dancesThey need to be safe places

City Recreation

Community Partners

Develop arcades for youth There are no longer places where youth can go to place electronic games

No suggestions

Ensure that any programs for youth are free and/or financially accessible

Some youth may not be able to attend programs and events if there is a charge

No suggestions

Develop wading pools and/or outdoor water facilities, splash pools

The wading pools must be safe No suggestions

Develop more trails for bikes, and bike parks

Some young people go to the skate board part at 1 a.m. to use the facilities to do jumps with their bikesStacey Green Park is a good place for jumps

City Recreation

Organize more tournaments i.e. basketball, that are close to home

The issue of accessibility is important – both financial and being close to home

City Recreation

Improve the promotion of the services and programs that are available

Youth at the focus group did not know that there is a museum in the citySome young people might go to these facilities if they knew where they were located and if they could afford to take in events there

City Recreation

Develop bike clinics Young people want to learn how to take care of their bikesThere is a need for commercial stores that sell inexpensive bike parts

No suggestions

Clean up the parks Stewart Street is dirty and has broken glass in it

City Parks

Provide dance lessons and dance clubs for youth

Young people want a place to go to danceMany youth would enjoy taking dance lessons

City Recreation

other thoughts:• Promote kids to stay in school• Have an office of the health unit in the downtown• Increase the number of places where we can have graffiti art• Organize a place where young people can go to meet and do poetry and story writing

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hobby groups, Associations and Club Representatives


Present:

Rick Stankiewicz, Peterborough Astronomical Association Representative from the Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 452 Representative from the Kawartha Woodturners Guild Carl Hahn, Kawartha Carousels Mary Down, King Edward Park Mark Coady, Peterborough Astronomical Association Barbara Pitt, Wallis Heights Wayne Hare, Liftlock Square Dance Club Lenore Blackmore Colin Caldwell, Peterborough Numismatic Club Don Down, King Edward Park Una Golding, Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 52 - Veteran’s Club Representative from the Bridge Club Representative from the Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 452

City of Peterborough:

Mary Gallop, Ken Doherty, Cari-Anne Sterling

Candace Mack, Brent Copeland, Wendy Mackay, Jennifer Bell, Geoff Matthews, Sarah MacDougall, Ellen Stewart










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Improve the promotion of events and activities

The City’s web site would be an excellent place to co-ordinate and provide information on community eventsHaving one place where people could get information about the many activities that are going on, would assist organizations to plan events and ensure that they are not being held on a day that other initiatives are being held.There are many wonderful events and programs offered in the city but more promotion is needed to let the public know when, where and what they areIncrease marketing of events in hotels, storesDevelop “Walking Maps” which show where various tours will occur i.e. home tours, garden tours

The CityCommunity groups/partnersWelcome Wagon

Increase resources and commitment to redeveloping the downtown as a cultural district

The City must increase the emphasis on the downtown and commit to designating it as an important district for heritage and culturePeople will only come downtown if they feel that it is safe and secureCity Council must commit to having the downtown succeedShut down George Street for festivals and eventsEncourage the downtown merchants to use empty window space for cultural displaysWork with Trent Valley Archives to provide material for the windows“Taste of the World” could be a festival hosted by the restaurantsGet young artists involved in show-casing their art and entertainment talents (such as music) in the downtown

City departmentsCity CouncilPrivate businessDBIATrent Valley Archives

Develop a year-round plan for Del Crary Park

Organize family events such as sleigh rides in Del Crary Park

City RecreationCommunity partners

Ensure that low-income people have access to recreation and cultural events

People on low-income cannot afford to pay to attend events, programs

City RecreationCommunity partners

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Organize ‘Art-in-the-Park’ events

Artists in other communities have benefited from having summer exhibitions of artConsider having these exhibitions in a variety of parks such as Victoria Park, King Edward, Nichols Oval

City RecreationArt community

Increase opportunities to expose young people to arts and culture

Children must have an opportunity to experience arts and culture – right now there is too much emphasis on sports and not enough on other leisure activitiesPromote events to youth through a variety of mediumsConsider the “Clubfest” concept used in some universities whereby clubs and associations hold a fair to promote themselves and get young people involved

City RecreationSchool Boardsmedia

Increase youth programs Get Real program is an excellent opportunity for youth to drop in and feel that they have a place to meet friendsMaintain/expand youth drop-in centresGet associations (such as the Woodcarver’s) and the School Boards working together to offer programs for youth

City RecreationSchool BoardsAssociations

Support a variety of festivals and community interest groups

Most people know about large festivals, such as the Festival of Lights, however there are smaller festivals such as the Astrology in the Park

City Recreation

Explore the parameters of the City’s liability insurance

Can the City continue to support community events and provide the insurance?

City

Increase security in parks There is concern that Jackson’s Park is quite dangerous at night

CityPolice


The Festival of Trees would like to be recognized as a legitimate partner with the CityA liaison position would assist in this issue


Improve the transportation system

Many people rely on the City bus systemIn order to access programs, parks and activities, people need to be able to use public transportation Users have complained about feeling unsafe in the bus sheltersSunday service is a big improvementShould we be looking at smaller buses and planning for more frequently-run routes

CityTransit Department


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Recognize that the population is aging as we plan programs

The number of seniors are increasingPeople have varying interests and they are demanding choicePrograms must be offered in accessible facilities – both physically and financially accessible In the past there have been events (such as seniors picnics) that have been organized by community groups. Many of their members are now aging and these events are too much work for them.

City Recreation

Recognize the need to maintain affordable rates for programs

People on low-income have limited resources to pay for recreation and activities

City recreation

Develop a strategic plan for King Edward Park

Supporters of King Edward Park want to ensure that it is used widely and appropriatelyThe wading pool must be renovated

City Recreation

Develop a strategic plan for Beavermead Park

Many low-income families rely on this parkCampground needs to be updated

City Recreation

Improve the ball fields and the arenas

Events at these venues bring in revenue to the CityTo host large events, we must have adequate facilities

City RecreationChurch leaguesSports leagues

Consider having one facility that would house a variety of clubs and associations

Increased collaboration would strengthen the organizations’ abilities and resources

City RecreationClubs and Associations

Plan our communities/ neighbourhoods to include social interaction spaces

The Library is seen as a place for social interaction and place for people to come togetherConsider the role that service hubs could play in neighbourhoods

City Planning & Development

Improve lighting in the parks Look at different fixtures and consider less wattage for economical purposed and plan lighting positions to be less invasive to neighbourhoods

City Recreation

other issues:

• Parking in neighbourhoods where events are held i.e. the Memorial Centre, Crary Park

Documents

Vision 2010 Final Report 2008