regular council meeting agenda september 2, 2016

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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 – 9:00 A.M.
(FOLLOWING PUBLIC MEETING)
CLAR-MILL FIRE HALL – UPSTAIRS MEETING ROOM
6648 ROAD 506, PLEVNA, ONTARIO
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE
THEREOF
4. DELEGATIONS
a) Anne Marie Young, Manager of Economic Development, County of Frontenac,
and Alison Vandervelde, Community Development Officer, County of
Frontenac – County of Frontenac Branding;
b) Malcolm and Ardoch Lake Landowners Association (MALLA) – Lake
Stewardship Plan for Malcolm/Ardoch Lakes.
5. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
a) Minutes of a Public Meeting of Council regarding an Official Plan
Amendendment dated August 12, 2016;
b) Minutes from the Regular Meeting of Council dated August 12, 2016;
c) Minutes of the Emergency Management Program Committee dated June 10,
2016.
6. BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES
a) Resolution #263-16 – Transfer of Parts 11 and 12 on Plan 13R-19330 from
Brown, Melnick and Randolph to the Township of North Frontenac (By-law to be
considered under Section 14 of the Council Agenda).
7. COMMUNICATIONS – Clerk’s Administrative Report
8. COUNCIL, CAO AND MANAGERS’ ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
a) Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief – Fire Prevention Week Declaration
and Activities;
Council Agenda – Regular Meeting
September 2, 2016
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b) Treasurer – Signing Authorities for the Township’s Bank Accounts using Paper
Cheques, Automatic Withdrawals and Electronic Funds Transfer;
c) Clerk/Planning Manager – Committee of Adjustments/Planning Advisory
Committee Updates to Council;
d) Clerk/Planning Manager – Three Shore Road Applications for Approval in
Principle – L. Kempenaar; P. Kempenaar; and Devilliers;
e) Clerk/Planning Manager – Road Allowance Between Lots Application for
Approval in Principle – Richards;
f) Clerk/Planning Manager – Part Lot Control Exemption;
g) Clerk/Planning Manager – To Appoint Administrative Assistant as Lottery
Licensing Officer;
h) Mayor – Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) Conference Report.
9. EXTERNAL COMMITTEES/LOCAL BOARDS/TASK FORCE NOTES AND
REPORTS (Received for information only)
a) Minutes of the Committee of Adjustment/Planning Advisory Committee dated
July 18, 2016;
b) Minutes of the Joint Fire Committee dated June 17, 2016;
c) Notes of the Community Policing Advisory Committee Task Force dated July 4,
2016:
i) Request for Council to create a Sub-Committee of the Task Force to
organize the Essential Services Fair.
10. BILLS AND ACCOUNTS
a) Vouchers received for information.
11. MOTIONS, WRITTEN NOTICE OF WHICH HAS BEEN GIVEN (By a Member of
Council and Approved by Council at a Prior Meeting. Includes all Council New
Business approved by majority of Council at a prior Meeting).
12. GIVING NOTICE OF A MOTION (By a Member of Council to the Clerk for Council’s
Consideration for Inclusion on the next Meeting Agenda).
13. COUNCIL PORTFOLIOS (Verbal Reports)
a) County Business
b) Aboriginal Issues
c) Conservation
Perry
• Conservationists of Frontenac Addington
• Mazinaw Area Fish and Wildlife Committee
d) Clar-Mill Community Archives Liaison
e) Mississippi Valley Conservation
f) Health
• Representative on the Lakelands Family Health
Team Committee with ADHL
g) North Frontenac Trails Enhancements
September 2, 2016
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Mayor Higgins and
Councillor Inglis
Councillor Inglis
Deputy Mayor
Councillor Martin
Councillor Martin
Deputy Mayor Perry
Councillor Bedard
• Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance
• Trail Organizations
• Trail Enhancement
h) Social Services Envelope
Councillor Hermer
• Liaison with Seniors’ Clubs to determine
Special skills/interests
• Contact for the Land O’ Lakes Community Services
And the North Frontenac Community Services
• Representative on the Joint Management Committee
For Pine Meadow
• Community Living North Frontenac Council Liaison
• County of Frontenac’s Affordable Seniors Housing Committee
i) Youth Education
Mayor Higgins
• Liaison with Clarendon Central School; North Addington
Education Centre and Granite Ridge Education Centre
• Inform students about experiences and responsibilities
of Municipal Council
j) Lake Associations:
• Ward 1:
Deputy Mayor Perry
• Ward 2:
Councillor Martin
• Ward 3:
Councillor Inglis
k) Strategic Plan Goals Progress Reports
1. Enhance Economic Development Initiatives:
a) Attract and Encourage Investment
Mayor Higgins
b) Economic Development Task Force – Provide and
maintain an Economic Development Strategic Plan Councillor Inglis
2. Enhance Public Education
Mayor Higgins
3. Improve Branding/Marketing/Signage
CAO
4. Establish Collaborative Working Relationships with
Government Bodies
Mayor Higgins
l) Renewable Energy
Mayor Higgins
• Industrial Wind Turbine Projects
• Solar Projects
m) Rural Mayors’ Forum of Eastern Ontario
Mayor Higgins
14. INTRODUCTION AND READING OF BY-LAWS
a) #70-16 –Fees and Charges By-law (Repeal By-law #56-16) to amend Building
Permit Fees;
b) #71-16 – To Appoint the Lottery License Program Administrator and Lottery
Licensing Officers;
c) #72-16 – Signing Authorities for the Township Bank Accounts using paper
cheques, automatic withdrawals and electronic funds transfer (Repeal By-law
#122-10);
d) #73-16 – To Sign Transfer of Part of Lot 13, Concession 5, Parts 11 and 12, Plan
13R-19330, geographic Township of Miller.
September 2, 2016
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15. PUBLIC FORUM (If the Council Meeting is completed in less than three (3)
consecutive hours, the Mayor shall invite questions from the gallery, provided
question is pertinent to today’s agenda items only.)
16. CLOSED SESSION
None.
17. RISE AND REPORT (Overview of the Closed Session by the Presiding Officer)
18. CONFIRMING BY-LAW
a) #74-16 – Confirming By-law for the September 2, 2016 Regular Meeting of
Council.
19. ADJOURNMENT
September 2, 2016
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Objective
A RE G I O NA L B RA ND
#InFrontenac
A region-wide brand that unifies the
four municipalities under one umbrella
and provides clarity around the
entity that is Frontenac, including the
geography and characteristics.
Positioning
Target Audience
Experiences are endless.
Primary:
• Those who live and work in the region.
Anyone who will become early adopters
of the brand.
It takes your breath away and also lets
you breathe.
Those who live here know it is special and
they nurture, protect and preserve it.
It’s adventure. It’s community.
It’s more than just a place, it’s
Frontenac.
What do those who live/work in
the area think now?
• We love it here. It is our piece of
heaven.
• Don’t really think of it beyond the
area I live/work.
• Takes a bit of explaining to get
people to understand exactly where
we are located.
Other audiences as the brand develops:
• Adventure Seekers.
• Potential Investors and business owners.
• Potential Residents – permanent and
cottagers.
What do we want them to think?
• Proud to say I am from Frontenac.
• It is a large region with lots to offer.
• Great to see that more and more
people discovering us.
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North Frontenac is…
…Eastern Ontario’s best recreational
backcountry experience. Discover
breathtaking beauty, witness
undisturbed nature, explore timeless
terrain and enjoy quiet solitude and
tranquility.
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North Frontenac Township
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Next Steps
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Regional Marketing Plan
Brand Ambassador Program
Web Portal
Update NF Community Profile
Accommodation Study
Other Township-specific projects
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Lake Stewardship Plan for Malcolm/Ardoch Lakes
Executive Summary 2016
The Malcolm/Ardoch Lakes Stewardship Plan is designed to be a community plan that uses a process of
consultation, collaboration and consensus building. Although the LSC (Lakes Stewardship Committee)
may facilitate the process, it belongs to all property owners and users from the community. It is not a
legal document and is not designed to regulate or give authority to individuals. The power and influence
of the plan comes only
with self-regulation.
Through education and
communication with
the public, the process
can be open,
transparent and
meaningful. The main
principle of it success is
voluntary stewardship.
The overall goal is to
protect and improve
our lakes for future
generations. The
Photo courtesy of Justin Whitten
purposes are to:
provide a resource
document concerning present state of the lakes; foster positive relationships with property owners; use
education to encourage lake users to respect and preserve the character of the lakes; identify
environmental concerns and provide recommendations for action; influence decision-makers to develop
and maintain policies and programs that ensure the protection and enhancement of the great natural
resources- our lakes. The Executive Summary focuses upon priorities and recommended actions to be
taken.
Aim of the Stewardship Plan
Photo courtesy of Sheryl Weber
The Lake Stewardship Plan was developed in
response to surveys and issues raised by MALLA
members from 2012 to present who identified the
desirable qualities of the two lakes and expressed a
need to protect the lakes for future generations.
Values such as peace and tranquility, an
environmentally friendly lifestyle, respect for the
rights of property owners and precaution in the
nature and degree of development around the
lake(s) were priorities. The aim of the plan is to
achieve the goals through education, participation,
collaboration and shared responsibility.
The plan describes the physical and natural environment, biological features, tourism/economic
development, natural resources, and residential development.
The type and amount of development on the lake(s), the impact of social and recreational
activities and climate change are presented as they impact on the lakes’ ecology.
The Lake Stewardship Plan is designed to:
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Identify what makes Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes a desirable place to live and visit;
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Identify challenges to maintain a healthy sustainable lake
community;
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Establish a baseline for ongoing monitoring and collection of
data for the lakes;
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Recommend actions for sustaining the environmental, social
and cultural health;
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Provide a structure for the ongoing planning, education and
action; the background document is a living document that
should be reviewed regularly and revised to reflect the
changing needs of the MALLA community.
Photo courtesy of Marlene Gray
Stewards of the Lake(s) aim to promote:
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Healthy water quality;
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Biological health and diversity;
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Responsible recreational activity;
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Environmentally sustainable development;
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A friendly approachable attitude towards neighbours and community;
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A healthy fishery; and a peaceful, respectful enjoyment of the lakes.
CONTENT OF THE PLAN
The Background Document provides 178 pages with colour, charts, maps, figures, photographs, and
appendices to: 1) provide a summary of what is currently known about the health of the lakes; 2)
identify trends and changes over time; 3) present issues and concerns as identified by the lake
community; and 4) indicate how our current activities have potential impact upon the lakes and
surrounding environment.
A community History Work Committee prepared the historical information as the starting point for the
Lake Plan. It is available in the 268 page book, History of The Lakes: Malcolm and Ardoch (2015). The
Background Document highlights the early settlers from the 1860s until present time, the expansion of
the Ardoch settlement in terms of services such as medical, mail, telephone, churches, schools,
businesses, and social life.
An overview of the Physical and
Natural Environment describes
the location of Malcolm and
Ardoch Lakes and the
characteristics of each. Data on
water quality are central to the
document as this was deemed a
priority by MALLA membership
(in surveys and at AGMs)
throughout the Lake Plan
process. A brief Physiography
and Geology section describes
the lake(s) and surrounding rock
structures. The shoreline
assessment was supplemented
Photo courtesy of Justin Whitten
through the Love-Your-Lake program to help determine the degree of rehabilitation needed. The
Biological Features section provides lists of plant and animals found in the area with Appendices for
observation tracking. A section on “Wildlife of Special Concern” describes animals including insects
where stewardship actions will be important for their protection. The Fish and Habitat section highlights
concerns for the sustainability of the fish population and the need for cooperation with agencies for a
management plan. The Invasive Species section describes aquatic plants and animals that pose threats
to the health of our lakes.
Recreation provides a focus on activities for personal enjoyment without infringing on the rights of
others. Services provided within the township and those specific to the lakes such as waste disposal and
septic system maintenance are highlighted. Brief descriptions of Forest Resources and Mining are
provided. Residential Development has considerable information about the need for an updated Official
Plan, management of township by-laws and land use/development. From 2012 to present a proposed
condominium project on Ardoch Lake has created major concerns for MALLA. As the project is presently
proposed, the density of development is far too great for a lake of Ardoch’s size to maintain water
quality, aesthetics, existing recreational qualities, fisheries resources and wildlife habitat. Impacts of
Climate Change are briefly outlined in a general format. Appendices contain support information and
checklists for observation of species.
Photo courtesy of Mike Higgins
The Lake Planning Process
This is a community project since local residents and seasonal visitors use the lakes as well as
property owners. The LSC for Malcolm/Ardoch encourages a community-based approach with
multiple opportunities for involvement where interested parties may provide input, discuss
issues and solutions pertaining to the lakes. Only the Chair of the LSC has permanent residence
on the lake; thus the period between May and October each year was used as key discussion
and planning time. With the aid of technology the LSC members were able to research, collect
and exchange parts of the plan throughout the other months.
Throughout 2014 and 2015 newspaper articles announced renewed effort to report on the state
of the lakes. LSC hosted presentations of Love-Your-Lake and the Shoreline Naturalization
Program to engage public in awareness sessions in October of 2014 and at the AGM June 2015.
In June 2015 a partnership with Watersheds Canada and Canadian Wildlife Federation to deliver
the Love-Your-Lake program, was initiated to address gaps in data for shoreline assessment. The
summary data were used to determine issues and recommendations concerning areas such as
erosion, buffer zones and shore rehabilitation. There was an excellent response from property
owners such that 11 properties benefited from the Natural Edge rehabilitation plans in October
2015.
Since June 2014 data have been compiled by Stewardship Committee members and our
partners with respect to the History of Settlement, Physical and Natural Environment, Biological
Features, Tourism/Services, Natural Resources, Residential Development and Climate Change.
The History section has been published in book and CD formats with six printings of the book to
meet the demand.
Thanks to the recruitment of a webmaster, the website www.malla.ca has been operational
since July 2015 allowing LSC to post the draft Background Document and encourage community
involvement: through the continued sharing of photos;
stories about lake activities and memories; sightings of
animal life particularly birds; assist with a loon watch
initiative; record native plants on their property; report
invasive species of animals and plants.
At the 2015 AGM a Lake Plan Summary Report was
presented and endorsed. Three main priorities were
identified: water quality, fish management, and residential
development. Additional water testing samples were
deemed important for monitoring purposes. The
Committee is working with Lake Partners Program (Dorset)
to implement additional monitoring through monthly
testing (May-October). In 2016 six local businesses gave
Photo courtesy of Katie Ohlke
funding support for additional water testing as required. A calendar sales fundraiser was also
begun in October 2015 to cover Lake Plan costs.
After training in aquatic plant mapping both lakes were mapped in the fall of 2015. Malcolm Lake
results were provided but a technology error would not allow Ardoch data to print.
Fisheries and fish habitat have continually been identified as a concern. Efforts by the MALLA
Fishing Committee to implement their management plans were curtailed by MNRF changes in
policy. In August 2015 a partnership with MVCA was discussed. Representatives of the LSC
attended the fall Lake Links Conference in Perth where Fish and Their Habitat was the key focus.
A partnership with Watersheds Canada was confirmed; the partners were successful with the
application to Oceans & Fisheries Canada for the development and management of walleye
spawning beds on Ardoch Lake for 2017.
Monitoring with respect to the condominium development on Ardoch Lake has been ongoing
since 2013 with public meetings, township meetings and many planning meetings. Ardoch Lake
landowners hired a consultant to represent their interests. This group endeavours to keep
MALLA membership informed and politically active as needed.
LSC has made a commitment to keep the public informed. An updated version of the
Background Document is posted on MALLA website, and was announced in the local newspaper.
The Lake Plan Executive Summary is available on the website with revisions as needed, was
announced to the public as well as MALLA members and received endorsement at the June
2016 AGM.
Following endorsement, The Lake Plan will be presented to North Frontenac Township for
recognition as a planning tool. It will be presented to other agencies as their help and support
are requested.
THE TOP THREE PRIORITIES
1. WATER QUALITY
Overall, the water clarity on both lakes remains good relatively unchanged since the 1970’s.
The tables below present a summary of what the water quality data are showing us in terms of
the trophic status ratings for each lake. As shown below, water quality data that measure Total
Phosphorus (TP), Chlorophyll- a and water clarity (Secchi disc measurements) show that Ardoch
Lake generally has oligotrophic status, meaning it has low nutrient levels, limiting the growth of
aquatic vegetation and algae. Water quality data for Malcolm Lake show that it ranges between
high oligotrophic to low mesotrophic, meaning that it has low to moderate nutrient levels,
providing for some biological productivity in terms of the growth of aquatic vegetation and
algae.
Summary of Trophic Status Ratings for each Water Quality Parameter
Total Phosphorus (µg/L)
Chlorophyll-a (µg/L)
Clarity/Secchi Disc
Depth (m)
Oligotrophic
< 10 µg/L
< 2 µg/L – low algal density
>5m
Mesotrophic
10 to 20 µg/L
2 to 4 µg/L – moderate
algal density
3.0 to 4.9 m
> 20 µg/L
> 4 µg/L – high algal density
< 2.9 m
Trophic Status
Eutrophic
Ardoch Lake -Summary of Water Quality Trophic Status Ratings
Spring (Euphotic Zone)
Oligotrophic
Malcolm Lake
Annual Average (Euphotic
Zone)
High Oligotrophic/Low
Mesotrophic
Clarity/Secchi Disc
Depth (m)
Oligotrophic
Oligotrophic
-Summary of Water Quality Trophic Status Ratings
Spring (Euphotic Zone)
Zone)
Oligotrophic
High Oligotrophic
* influenced by the shallowness of the lake
Clarity/Secchi Disc
Depth (m)
Mesotrophic
Mesotrophic*
2. FISH MANAGEMENT
Ardoch and Malcolm Lakes support warm water fishing such as largemouth and smallmouth
bass, walleye, Northern pike and yellow perch.
The fish community is managed by MNRF as a self-sustaining fishery (ie. No stocking is taking
place.) Very little monitoring of the fish population has been done since early 1990’s.
The easily accessible boat launch provides opportunity for numerous day trip anglers. There is
very little regulatory enforcement presence on the lakes.
Several walleye spawning rehabilitation projects have been completed on Malcolm to support
the walleye population. Active spawning has been observed on these beds, and given good early
spring weather conditions they should enhance walleye reproduction over time. It would be
beneficial to continue the reef building activity on other optimal shoreline sites in Malcolm Lake.
Regular fall cleaning of the shoals is recommended by Watersheds Canada and MCVA; a request
for approval by MNRF (Bancroft) is in process. Natural spawning reefs are limited but available
on Ardoch Lake; funding from Department of Fisheries and Oceans for shoal enhancements has
been approved for 2017. A permit application to MNRF has been submitted to complete the
process.
3. LAND USE & DEVELOPMENT
Current population trends show eleven primary residences on Malcolm and zero on Ardoch
Lake. As of May 2016 data indicate there are 105 shoreline properties on Malcolm and 21
properties on Ardoch Lake as a result of recent severances.
A planned condominium development on Ardoch Lake could have a major impact on both lakes.
Property owners continue to demand an environmentally- conscious approach to any residential
development and step-by-step involvement as decisions are made.
The North Frontenac Official Plan is being reviewed; the Council has the opportunity to address
concerns with respect to minimum lot size, buffer zones and setbacks. MALLA recommends
those compliant with best practices set out by the province and/or other planning jurisdictions.
These are a minimum 91 metre lot frontage and minimum one hectare lot size with no back lot
development. MALLA recommends that the Township use the full-time residential model with
respect to lake capacity consideration. A more comprehensive definition of lake capacity
includes multi-factors and is not primarily based on total phosphorous as previously defined in
the Lakeshore Capacity Assessment Handbook by FOCA (2010). Further, we advise that the
Township use an independent professional environmental consultant to ensure that all
elements of water front development (such as fish and wildlife, water quality, shoreline erosion
wetlands and aesthetics) are protected.
All affected parties, lake associations and adjacent landowners, should have opportunity for
input into the process. Property owners should remain vigilant with respect to monitoring of the
situation.
FUNDING:
Malcolm/Ardoch Lakes Landowners’ Association (MALLA) through History book and CDs, two
sets of calendar sales
Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry (2012 and 2013) through the Fish and Wildlife
Involvement Program
Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MCVA) printing support and water quality
management
Local businesses for water testing (2016):
Manion’s Sales & Service, Lonnie Watkins Tree Service, Joe Mumby Septic Tank Pumping,
Storring Septic Tank Pumping, F.L. Manion Ltd., Charles Tooley Construction.
Watersheds Canada: prizes at presentation meetings, subsidies for Natural Edge rehabilitation
projects, grant writing and partnership for fish management
North Frontenac Township provided a toilet to the Malcolm Lake boat launch site and some
maintenance support
WORKING WITH OTHER AGENCIES
This Lake Plan document must be recognized by North Frontenac Township Council as a valid
and important planning tool in its decision-making process. The MALLA Stewardship report is a
community-driven, scientifically-based assessment of lake conditions for Malcolm and Ardoch
Lakes. The plan sets out a series of recommendations and actions aimed at community
members, township officials and environmental agencies. The LSC Stewardship Committee will
need the co-operation of North Frontenac Township, Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority,
Kingston Frontenac & Lennox & Addington Health Unit, Mississippi Rideau Septic System,
Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry and other agencies to implement the plan.
Presentations to the Township and other relevant agencies will identify specifically which
recommendations and actions need their support and involvement.
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THE MALLA ACTION PLAN
Objective
Recommendations
1.0 Sense of Community
To bring together the people of the lakes
and build a common sense of ownership
and responsibility for protecting the
lakes, and surrounding environment
beginning with implementing the Lake
Stewardship Plan.
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Community members continue to record
family connections by writing memories
or anecdotes of lake experiences and
recording with photos (Include names,
dates, and places)
Request that North Frontenac Council
assist with preservation of lakes through
appropriate planning policies and
political actions
MALLA provide information to property
owners and engage them in best
management practices and long-term
conservation options
MALLA regularly communicate with
landowners to determine expectations,
concerns, and identify any issues
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2.0 Water Quality and Water Levels
To maintain and improve our current
standard of good water quality and water
level management.
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Continue and enhance the water
quality monitoring programs on the
lakes as needed to provide an ongoing
record of water quality parameters
Increase the lake community’s level of
knowledge and awareness of water
quality issues
Reduce the negative impact of surface
runoff
Work towards community awareness of
water level management, to sustain
natural ecosystems and to minimize
risks from flooding or erosion.
3.0 Fisheries and Fish Habitat
To monitor fish and their habitats and take
action to protect and ensure healthy
populations and to provide a sustainable
fishery for anglers.
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Continue to pressure MNRF to protect
fish habitats and increase enforcement
presence
Continue to create new walleye
spawning beds and regularly maintain
existing ones
4.0 Natural Environment
To protect and enhance the ecosystems of
our lakes to ensure a high quality
environment for fish, wildlife, vegetation
and people now and for the future.
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Educate landowners about the
importance of healthy shoreline habitats
and how to preserve and/or enhance
their shorelines
Inventory and monitor key habitats
Protect shoreline and wetland habitats
Work towards achieving a balance of
aquatic vegetation to support the
ecological needs of the lake and allow for
the continued human enjoyment of the
lake
Request NF Township to ensure the
maintenance of the MNRF recommended
buffer (300 metres) around Ardoch Lake
heron rookery when any permitted
activities occur
Protect native species of plants
Monitor the status of key species
Establish and conduct an invasive species
education campaign
5.0 Social and Recreational
To ensure the enjoyment of safe boating
and other recreational activities on and
around the lakes while respecting the
desire for peace and tranquility.
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6.0 Land Use and Development
Work with Township Council to maintain
and improve the boat launch at the
Malcolm Lake site
Promote the safe operation of boats and
report repeat offenders to OPP
Request that recreational carrying
capacity be based upon the size of the
lake
For safety and aesthetic concerns request
that boat carrying capacity be considered
as new development is added to the lakes
MALLA organize social activities for the
membership giving opportunities for
communication, education and building a
sense of community
To ensure that our development
activities, landscaping practices and
resource extractions are in keeping with
the character of our social, physical and
natural environment.
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That implementation of the Official Plan
follows provincial guidelines for Water
Quality Objectives, Wetland protection,
Wildlife and Fisheries Management and
considers Lake Plan recommendations
Request that areas of the Official Plan aim
to protect our lakes by using a minimum
lot size of one hectare, a minimum of 91
metre lot frontage, and land uses more
than 150m from shore but which are
physically or functionally related to the
Waterfront Areas to follow waterfront
requirements
Request that construction policies protect
the integrity of the shoreline by
minimizing the loss of native vegetation
Request that construction policies
consider steepness of shoreline terrain in
the determination of lot size, building
envelopes, leaching bed locations,
driveway locations, docking envelopes,
and shoreline access points to minimize
shoreline disturbance
Request from NF Township that the
scale of development on lakes consider
owners as year-round residents to better
reflect future impact on phosphorous
levels, and the aesthetic and recreational
impact from factors such as boating and
fishing
Maintain liaison with North Frontenac
Township regarding potential
development applications on Malcolm
and Ardoch Lakes and any proposed
changes in Official Plan policies or Zoning
By-law provisions that pertain to
lakefront and second tier (back lot)
development
Monitor municipal land use decisions by
requesting that MALLA be informed by
the Township of all planning applications
and decisions(severance, variance,
rezoning, subdivision and other planning
applications) for properties on and near
Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes
Promote sustainable development by
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providing input to the NFT on municipal
planning development decisions, through
written comments and/or MALLA
presence at municipal meetings
In consultation with NFLAA a plan be
developed for the determination of lake
capacity for lakes within the jurisdiction
North Frontenac Township require
Environmental Impact Studies to be
conducted by independent qualified
consultants at the expense of the
applicant for large scale development
7.0 Municipal Services
To work with the township and other
authorities to ensure the lake community
receives an adequate level of attention to
its needs for services and value for its tax
contributions.
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Work with the Township to ensure that
the municipal taxation process reflects an
equitable share of services
Work with Township Council and Health
Unit to ensure maintenance of septic
systems
A timeline be provided for voluntary
septic inspection completion and proceed
to mandatory process if targets are not
met
Work with Township Council and
emergency services to ensure there are
facilities and resources to address lake
users’ needs
The MALLA Action Plan sets out a specific list of actions to meet these recommendations. Based on
priority and available resources, some of the actions are underway. Others are in the planning stages.
Still others require volunteers to come forward to implement. Over the next year LSC will be recruiting
volunteers, educating lake community members about their own role as stewards, monitoring the many
areas already begun, and communicating about the Lake Plan implementation.
Photo courtesy of Brenda Martin
THE LAKE PLAN
MALCOLM AND ARDOCH
LAKES
BACKGROUND DOCUMENT
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DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this document is for information purposes only. It has been collected from
sources we believe to be reliable, but completeness and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. The Malcolm
Ardoch Lake Landowners’ Association (MALLA) and its members are not liable for any errors or
omissions in the data and for any loss or damage suffered based upon the contents herein.
Maps are provided only for general indications of position and are not designed for navigational
purposes. Boaters and snowmobilers/all-terrain vehicles must take due care at all times on the lakes;
users of the lakes are responsible for their own safety and well-being by making themselves aware of
any hazards that may exist at any given time.
BACKGROUND
Preliminary work for the Lake Plan began in 2012 when the Malcolm Ardoch Lakes Association executive
were asked for information related to the water quality of the two lakes. Some information was
available through the Ministry of the Environment Lakes Partner Program due to the efforts of Ron
Higgins for Malcolm and Ruth Cooper for Ardoch Lake who conducted water sampling to provide Secchi
data. A second source was the five-year sampling rotation conducted by Mississippi Valley Conservation
Authority. The implications of water quality and water levels initiated discussions about the need for
consistent monitoring on the lakes.
A Committee was formed under the leadership of Ron Higgins and topics beyond water quality were
identified. A land development proposal for Ardoch Lake became an urgent matter and the Lake Plan
was delayed.
At the Malcolm Ardoch Lake Association Annual General Meeting in June 2013, there was renewed
interest in the Lake Plan. Many from the original planning committee committed to contribute; all of
these members are seasonal residents. No leader came forward at that time. MALLA executive intended
to survey all land owners from the lakes to guide their efforts for the coming term. Thus, a decision
about the Lake Plan was postponed until survey results were available.
In the spring of 2014 a Chair who was a permanent resident, was identified and planning began again.
Meetings were concentrated between end of May and mid-October. All members use technology as a
major communication device; much consultation is via e-mail; deadlines for tasks are set and the
process proceeds.
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THE LAKE PLAN
A lake plan is a strategic “living” document to identify and implement priority actions and
recommendations for the watershed, the environment and the community. It requires the collective
action of property owners, community lake users, and government agencies to be successfully
implemented. Although it is not a legal document, it aims to influence the decision-makers who have
the authority to protect our ecosystems.
At the time of writing, the updated North Frontenac Township Official Plan remains in draft form. In
order that the lake plan is accepted by the municipality, public meetings would be required to change
zoning by-laws. The lake plan is a multi-year process and will require ongoing updates and revisions.
The Stewardship Committee will prepare a two-part report: 1) A State of the Lake report which provides
the scientific data collected; and 2) The Executive Summary which focuses upon priorities and
recommended actions to be taken.
PURPOSE OF THE PLAN
The Lake Plan will:
Provide a resource document (a baseline for future comparisons) concerning the present lake
capacity as defined by multiple factors such as water quality, social factors, fish and wildlife,
recreational use, land use and aesthetics
Foster positive relationships with property owners
Use education to encourage lake users and public to respect and preserve the character of the
lakes
Identify environmental concerns and provide recommendations for action
Aim to influence decision-makers to develop and maintain policies and programs that ensure
the protection and enhancement of the great natural resources-our lakes.
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PRINCIPLES AND VALUES
A lake plan is designed to be a community plan that uses a process of consultation, collaboration and
consensus building. Although the Stewardship Committee may facilitate the process, it belongs to all
property owners and lake users from the community. It is not a legal document and is not designed to
regulate or give authority to individuals. The power and influence of a lake plan comes only with selfregulation. Through education and communication with the public, the process can be open,
transparent and meaningful. The main principle for its success is voluntary stewardship.
As expressed in the 2013 survey to property owners, the following are the key values identified:
Protection of the lake for future generations
Peace and tranquility
Precaution in the nature and degree of development around the lakes
Respect for the rights of property owners
An environmentally friendly lifestyle
Participation, collaboration and shared responsibility
TARGET AREAS OF THE LAKE PLAN:
1.0
Sense of Community
2.0
Water Quality and Water Levels
3.0
Fish and Fish Habitat
4.0
Natural Environment
5.0
Land Use and Development
6.0
Social and Recreational
7.0
Municipal Services
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PARTNERS IN LAKE MANAGEMENT
The Stewardship Committee appreciated the expertise shared by partner organizations such as:

Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority

Township of North Frontenac

Lake Partners Program of the Ontario Ministry of the Environment

Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry

North Frontenac Lake Association Alliance

Watersheds Canada
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The preparation of this document would not have been possible without the assistance of staff
members from Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority, Love-Your-Lake Team from Watersheds
Canada and the Canadian Wildlife Federation.
Malcolm Ardoch Lakes Landowners’ Association wishes to thank those who made a financial
contribution for the printing of the Lake Stewardship Plan.
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MALCOLM/ARDOCH LAKE STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Brenda Martin, Chair
John Cooper
Ruth Cooper
Bernard Griswold
Brian Schonauer
Mary Gessner Brian Palmer
Consultants:
Alyson Symon, Mississippi Conservation Valley Authority (MVCA), watershed planner
Bob Garrett, retired Geologist (Geology section)
Andrea Lee, Mississippi Conservation Authority (MVCA), planner assistant
Erin MacDonald, Ministry Natural Resources and Forestry, biologist
Barbara King, Watersheds Canada
Emily Bacon, Love Your Lake Initiative
Township Rep: Gerry Martin (MALLA)
Pauline Bleeks, MALLA Webmaster
Zachary Baker (Junior Writer) for Wildlife Species at Risk and of Special Concern section
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CONTRIBUTIONS
Roy and Sandy Burgess
Dave and Sharon Byrd
Clarendon Miller Community Archives
John and Ruth Cooper
Mary Graham
Marlene Gray
Jeff Green
Anne Hamilton
Ron Higgins
Pat Jamieson
Lloyd Jones
Don and Brenda Martin
Cathy and Trevor Owen
Loretta Schonauer
Richard and Carolyn Waclawik
Bob and Ina Watkins
Dan and Sheryl Weber
Jack and Lois Weber
Dennis Weagant
Jim Whitten
Justin and Sylvia Whitten
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ACRONYMS
MALLA
Malcolm Ardoch Lakes Landowners’ Association
NFLAA
North Frontenac Lake Associations Alliance
MVCA
Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority
NFT
North Frontenac Township
MNRF
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
DOF
Department of Fisheries and Oceans
MOECC
Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change
TP
Total Phosphorous
DOC
Dissolved Organic Carbon
EIS
Environmental Impact Studies
PWQO
Provincial Water Quality Objective
DSL
Digital Subscriber Line
CRTC
Canadian Radio Television & Telecommunications Commission
TDS
Total Dissolved Solids
a.s.l.
Above sea level
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0
INTRODUCTION
1.1
Malcolm Lake
1.2
Ardoch Lake
2.0
HISTORY OF SETTLEMENT
3.0
THE PHYSICAL AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
3.1 The Lakes:
Ardoch Lake
Malcolm Lake
3.2 Water Quality
3.2.1 Phosphorus
3.2.2 Chlorophyll-a
3.2.3 Water Clarity
3.2.4 pH
3.2.5 Temperature and Dissolved Oxygen
3.2.6 Trophic Status Summaries
3.3 Water Level
3.3.1 History
3.3.2 Description
3.3.3 Dam Operations
3.4 Navigational Hazards
3.5 Physiography of the Lakes
3.6 Geology
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3.7 The Shoreline
3.8 Environmentally Sensitive Areas
4.0 BIOLOGICAL FEATURES
4.1 Native Vegetation
4.2 Aquatic Plants
4.3 Fish and Their Habitat
4.4 Wildlife and Their Habitat
4.4.1 Wildlife Habits
4.4.2 Potential Threats to Wildlife & Their Habitats
4.4.3 Mammals
4.4.4 Insects
4.4.5 Birds
4.4.6 Reptiles and Amphibians
4.4.7 Species at Risk and of Special Concern
4.5 Invasive Species
5.0 TOURISM/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
5.1 Recreation
5.2 Services
6.0 NATURAL RESOURCES
6.1 Forest Resources
6.2 Mining
7.0 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
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7.1 Lake Capacity
7.2 Pollutants Associated with Residential Development
7.3 The Official Plan
7.4 North Frontenac Zoning By-laws
7.5 Land use and Development
8.0 CLIMATE CHANGE IMPACT
APPENDICES
Bird Species Checklist
Plants
Ardoch and Malcolm Lakes Fishing Summaries
Identify Your Catch
2016 Dark Skies Events
North Frontenac Dark Sky Preserve Brochure
Boating Card
Septic Checklist
OTF Meeting Mar 2016 for Dr. Vermaire’s Research
Malcolm Aquatic Plant Mapping
LYL- Malcolm Lake Shoreline Assessment Summary Report (July 2016)
LYL- Ardoch Lake Shoreline Assessment Summary Report (July 2016)
List of Tables and Figures
REFERENCES
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1.0
1.1
INTRODUCTION
Malcolm Lake
Malcolm Lake, is located in Clarendon Township in North Frontenac township, 1.8 km south of the
hamlet of Ardoch.
Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes (Photo courtesy of David Byrd)
The shoreline perimeter is approximately 14.6 kilometres with the lake being 3.1 km long and 1.7 km
wide; the maximum depth is approximately 4.6 meters giving a surface area of approximately 2.1 square
km. With an elevation of 253 meters above sea level, the lake runs southwest to northeast with the
water source being Ardoch Lake to the east and drainage northwest into the Mississippi River west of
Mud Lake. There is a dam owned by Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry, situated at
Malcolm Lake's outlet in the northeast corner.
In 2015, there were 104 assessed properties on Malcolm Lake.
There are several Crown Land islands; no township campsites have been assigned at the time of
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reporting.
There is a single public boat launch near the culvert linking Malcolm and Ardoch waters.
1.2
Ardoch Lake
Ardoch Lake, with an elevation of 282 metres above sea level, is situated directly upstream of Malcolm
Lake flowing east to west. Since the lakes are joined, they respond to fluctuations in water level and
water quality as one lake. Mountenay, G. 2001. Mississippi Valley Conservation. Malcolm Lake Dam
Operating Guidelines, (6p.); p.4. The shoreline perimeter for Ardoch Lake is approximately 5.8
kilometres with the lake being 1.9 km long and 1.0 km wide; the maximum depth is approximately 17.4
metres giving a surface area of 0.9 square km. In 2015, there were 18 assessed properties on Ardoch
Lake.
Ardoch Lake (Photo courtesy of Brenda Martin)
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2.0
HISTORY OF SETTLEMENT
A more comprehensive report is available in the book History of The Lakes: Malcolm and
Ardoch (2015). This book documents the family histories of early settlers with many photos
and stories. The expansion of the settlement at Ardoch is described in terms of services such
as medical, mail, telephone, churches, and schools as they became available. A section is
devoted to "Social Life" with activities and places noted through photos as well as text. The
section entitled "Businesses" describes businesses big and small that made a contribution to
the community. The community was built around the lumbering industry with numerous
other tangent businesses. Read about: sawmills; the cheese factory; blacksmith shops; flour
and gristmill; tanning hides; Ardoch General Store; boarding houses; Malcolm Lake Trailer
Park; fishing guides; Camp Alnic; garages; Ed's Place; Weber's Housekeeping cottages; and
the only one still in operation - Schonauer Bros Logging.
Archives show that Thomas Prendergast was living on a specific lot in Clarendon, near Fernleigh, in
1836. There were no roads in the area before 1859 implying that travellers had to enter by water or via
trails through the forests. Even without the land transport, lumbermen and squatters were in the area
around the east end of Kashawakamak Lake (Long Lake) in the 1840's. Since specific lots and
concessions were on record, a surveyor and his crew must have travelled the district prior to 1836. It is
known that the Algonquins occupied the land for according to C.A. Armstrong in his writing of Away
Back in Clarendon and Miller (1976) there were records in the hunting, fishing and other natural
resource harvesting prior to European arrival.
Ottawa River and its tributaries were surveyed by R. Bell in 1846. Timber limits or grants were surveyed
in twenty-five mile square blocks. Individual limits ran five miles along either side of the Mississippi and
back five miles from these rivers. For the Mississippi River, Harper in 1847 surveyed the timber limits.
He reported no lumbering activities above the Palmerston /Clarendon boundary and stated that the
Mississippi River was unsuitable for river driving because of the perpendicular falls from fifteen to thirty
feet high. Limits along the Mississippi in Clarendon were granted to D.M. McMartin, Joseph Porteous
and Ed McKay in 1847. Alan Gilmour had these limits in the 1850's and sold them to Gillie and McLaren
in 1866.
Lumbermen were active south of the Madawaska River and along the Mississippi River system between
1840- 1860. They were dependent on water transport for the movement of their equipment and
supplies but must have had oxen and/or horses to move their timber to water. A settlement of
squatters, probably shantymen moved their families into the bush near the east end of Kashawakamak
Lake in the 1840's. (Haskell operated a steamboat on Kashawakamak to provide transportation for men
and equipment prior to moving to Ardoch in the 1870's.)
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Timber was the source of work; there
were many dangerous aspects to the
job. Long squared timber was
transported to the water's edge by
loading it on a horse-drawn (or oxen)
sleigh or jumper and dragging the other
end. The jumper was replaced by
sleighs, ox-cart, wagon and then
modern vehicles.
With timbers piled along the shorelines during the winter, the next step was to roll them into the
water during the spring flood and float them to market. For squared timber it meant floating them all
the way to Quebec City for shipment to the shipyards in England. For saw logs they were floated to a
saw mill. Before freeze-up in the fall obstructions along the rivers and streams were cleared. In case of
rapids where large rocks might create a jam, dams were built. A chute or canal was built through the
dam at a point which directed timbers into the clearest channel downstream. Most of the streams had
rapid flow including the outlet into the Mississippi River at Ardoch which dropped about one hundred
feet from the source at Buckshot Lake. McLaren built improvements along the Mississippi River and
believed that he had the rights to making rules and regulations. Boyd Caldwell expected to use the
Buckshot Creek and Mississippi River to float his cut. Not all incidents ended peacefully.
When ice was gone out of the lakes and water was at its highest, the log drive began. The shantymen
and Natives proved to be the most skilled at this dangerous step. It required strength, agility and
fortitude. Henry and Zeb Mitchell and Dick Perry (natives) were reputed to be the best at riding the logs
and crossing water. A fall could mean drowning or being crushed by the logs. Critical spots were at the
dams; men were on duty twenty-four hours to ensure no logs got crosswise.
From 1840-1880's there was a market for squared timber for the shipyards of England. The pine forests
of mature trees in the Ardoch area were very suitable. The market for this kind of timber continued
until sometime in the 1880's until steel plates replaced wooden timbers in the construction of ships.
What did open up was a market for saw logs. In addition to pine, other evergreens were used and cedar
was taken for shingles. During the 1870's railway ties were added to the market. These could be cut to
the desired length and flattened on two sides while still in the bush. Hemlock, cedar and tamarack were
species used for these ties.
After settlers started moving into the area in the 1860's grants included a proviso that lots in the block
where settlers were to be located, should be excluded and that timber on those lots would be reserved
for settler use. In 1871 the method of defining limits by individual lots was adopted in Clarendon.
Records indicate that the original survey of lots in Clarendon as follows: Lots along the Frontenac Road
to T.F. Gibbs, in 1859; and in the township of Clarendon to J. Snow in 1862. Gibbs surveyed lots on both
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sides of the road designating lots on one side as South-West Range and the other side as North-East
Range lots. However, he ignored some concession lines and lots had great variation in size. By March 1,
1858 Gibbs reported to have 90 000 acres of land available for settlement along Frontenac Road. (A
further survey in 1862 made by J. Snow showed only a map where he scaled out the water and recorded
the acreage of all lots.)
Commencing about 1900 small sawmills were an expansion to the industry. Through the years, mills
were owned by: Bramwell Watkins, William Fischer, Jack Breen, David O'Mell, Gordon Jones, Amos
Storey, James Derue, Charlie Dennie and Schonauer Brothers. The lumber was sawn and piled to dry,
then drawn by sleigh in the winter to the railway at Clarendon Station. Chandler and Jones built what
was reputed to be the largest sawmill in Ontario at Ardoch in 1909. This started the movement to
hardwoods from the area to market. Hardwoods were floated to Ardoch and pulled out of the water.
Softwoods were floated on downstream to reach a mill at Arnprior. Forests that had been cut in the
1840's were again cut for different species of trees. The last drive down the Mississippi River was driven
by foreman, Lorne McDonald of Ardoch in 1921. The Chandler and Jones Mill was sold to Armitage and
burned down September 6, 1924.
Lumber pile at James Derue's sawmill; see the
roof top of Ardoch S.S. #3 School in the
background.
Charlie Dennie’s mill at Walter Myer’s farm
One family has maintained their livelihood
through the lumber business: Schonauer Bros
Logging. Unofficially the business started
when George Schonauer and his nephew, Roy
Schonauer logged in the late 1940s. Even
though they were not “brothers”, the
community called them the “Schonauer Brothers”.
George and Loretta (Myer) were no strangers to
logging; their parents were involved in lumbering years before. Loretta's parents were Walter Myer and
Pearl (Delyea). Their farm was on the Smith Road where they got their logs sawn into lumber with
Charlie Dennie's portable mill. Supplies of lumber were available from Myer's farm.
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The actual business began in 1980 with
George's son, when Morris took a contract to
cut off Woodchuck Hill. Next Phil joined; then
Carl and Randy. These brothers continue to
have the business today.
George, Carl and Morris at Woodchuck Hill in 1980
Early Settlers:
The Watkins and Henderson families were the first permanent settlers in the area. Dave Henderson
(1800) and his wife Elizabeth (1800) located first at Coxvale in 1860. They did not stay long but moved to
Ardoch where they lived with their son, John. John and his sister had settled in Ardoch in 1860 on the
site that became the village of Ardoch. When David died (by 1871) his wife lived with John who
remained single. His parents were buried in unmarked graves on his homestead within the village. The
daughter moved to Kingston area. When John died a nephew came back to claim the body and take it to
Wolfe Island for burial. The Hendersons did not have an extended history in Ardoch.
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The Watkins settled at Malcolm Lake in 1860 and descendants continue to live on the homestead sites.
Nathaniel (1806-1863) the founder of the Watkins
family was born in Monmouthshire, South Wales. He
married Anna (18001863). When Nathaniel grew up he
was ordained as a minister in the Church of England. He
arrived at Crosby northeast of Kingston in 1844, via
Washington, D.C. and Albany, New York where his
oldest son, Bramwell was born in 1832.The family
included a daughter who moved back to New York State
and five boys: Bramwell (1833-1901); Piere (1835-1862);
Sharp (1860) Delaney (1838-1861) and Nathaniel
(1840). Nathaniel
Senior died in 1857 and Bram became the head of the
family. In 1833 Bramwell married a widow, Mary
Alexander (1839-1866) of Cataraqui after which they
moved to the township of Clarendon in 1859. He was
accompanied by his Mother and four brothers. They all
settled into the area at Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes.
During the first four years of pioneer life, he buried and
mourned the loss of his wife, one child, his Mother and three brothers. Sharp and Delaney drowned
in separate incidents;
Piere died of diphtheria. Bram and Mary had five surviving children when she passed away. He then
married Maria Watson of Portland in 1866. They had six children together before she passed away in
1879. He remained a widower for two years then remarried the local school teacher whom he hired,
Jane O'Shea. Bram and Jane had three children; Jane died giving birth for Sharp, their third child. Bram
was the Father of a very large family, many of whom stayed in the area.
In politics Bramwell was a staunch Conservative. He was the first to organize The Board in Council of
Clarendon in which he was reeve for seventeen years. He was County Warden in 1879 and had the
honour of reading the County's address to Princess Louise upon her visit to Kingston.
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Robert (son of Bram) on right, wife Collie on left, Guy
(grandson of Bramwell) and Evelyn Watkins in the middle
leaving milk can for pickup for the cheese factory
The Big House or White House
Bramwell was responsible for bringing many settlers into the area. Many found lodging at his house
near the corner to Ardoch (Green) Lake Road. When this house burnt down Bram built another at the
east end of the lake. This second house "the White House" or "Big House" as the neighbours called it,
was big enough for his family and workers from the saw mill. On occasion Sir John A. MacDonald stayed
overnight while attending to business with Bramwell. (Great-grandson, Bob Watkins and Ina lived here
until 2002, then put a prefab on the lot.)
Jas. MacPherson, The Crown Land Agent, in his 1864 report, credited Bramwell for knowing the relative
values of lots that were available for settlement, advising them where to locate and directing them to
the lots recommended.
As part of his reeve responsibilities, Bramwell was to supervise school construction and hiring of a
teacher. In the Ardoch area a patent was issued (1869) for a school, Ardoch S.S. #1 near William
Hermer's residence. The school was in operation prior to this in 1867; records show Emily Knowlton was
the teacher in 1868. The next school was S.S. #3 Ardoch built on the Smith Road.
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Ardoch S.S. #3 newspaper article
Other descendants of the Watkins are: McDonald and Hamilton families. Members of the McDonald
family owned McDonald Boarding House and cottages and the Ardoch General Store at one time.
Other early settlers were German families such as the Schonauers and Schwagers who arrived in the
Ardoch area by 1860. Joseph (1833-1920) married Mary Ann Schwager (1837-1906); John (1831)
married Annie Forhere (1832-1886); Mary Ann Schonauer (1841-1900). John and Annie had eight
children. Joseph and Mary Ann had eight children (who lived).
Schonauer family members married members of the Myer and Hermer families. Descendants of these
families continue to live in the Malcolm and Ardoch Lake area.
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George Hermer and Rose Schonauer
(daughter of
Joseph Schonauer Senior) seated with
children,
Herman on the left, Rosalie in centre, and
Sylvester at right. In the back row (left to
right)
William, Victor, Herbert, Frederick, Charles
Members of the Derue family had significant ties
to the community. James and Margaret Derue had four children: Margaret Eleanor (1885-1952) who
married Robert Munro (1876-1956); James (Jim) Daniel (1892-1965) who married Elsie Schultz (1893);
Christena Agnes
(1894-1968) who married Robert Martin (1899-1962); and William Alexander (1899-) who married
"Nellie" Pawson (1904-). James (Jim) Daniel Derue owned many businesses in Ardoch: Ardoch General
Store; a saw mill; the cheese factory; flour and gristmill; as well as operating the post office.
Men at Jim Derue's sawmill: George Schonauer, Nick Weber, Mort Schonauer, Ronnie Myer, Howard
Hermer Front: Jim Derue, Wilfred Jeannerett, John Millar, Bill Hermer, Charlie Hermer, Edmund
Weber
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Ardoch General Store, Jim Derue owner (Photo courtesy of Sue Martin)
The Ardoch Cheese Factory ceased operation in
late
1930s. The last cheesemaker was Frank Cassidy.
(Photo courtesy of Clarendon-Miller Community
Archives)
Lumber camp early 1900s-Martin Farm
Christena Agnes Derue married Robert Martin and operated the Fernleigh General Store and post office.
The Derue homestead originally was a lumber camp in the 1800's prior to them living there. The Derue's
had a farm that extended along the Mississippi River at Farm Lake. (Presently this is the Martin farm).
Descendants of the Derues are Munro and Martin families; Martins continue to live in the Ardoch area.
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Derue Homestead- Martin Farm (Photo courtesy of Brenda Martin)
The early pioneers converted a large part of the area into farming communities. It was hard to make a
living with short seasons; most crops were raised as food for the table or bartering. Horses and oxen
were used for labour purposes. Fields were generally too small and arable land was not sufficiently
concentrated to make present day farming profitable. Families who continue to farm are: Webers and
Hermers.
Other early settlers were the Hamilton and Smiths. Mrs. George Hamilton was Mother of Geordie who
married Mary Smith (1866-1956) in 1890. Geordie worked for lumber companies in the area. He had
two homesteading lots along the Smith Road which is still called "The Hamilton Place". During the
1920's they moved to New York for a time, returning in later years.
George and Mary Hamilton with Hazel, Roy and
Rowland on
Hamilton homestead (about 1902) (Photo courtesy of
Anne
Hamilton)
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Smith Farm
Mrs. John Smith Senior (Janie Connors) came to
Canada from
Ireland with four sons and a daughter. Her
husband was an
Englishman reputed to have been disinherited for
marrying an Irish girl. He was to follow her to Canada but
never arrived. The daughter, Elizabeth married George
Munro and they moved to Chicago. She visited the farm
in Ardoch frequently. William H. Smith married Bridget and they took up residence in the Kingston
area but built a house on the brother's farm on the Smith Road.
Charles Elliott Smith Senior (1843-1913) married Elizabeth Tyner (1845-1922) and moved to Ardoch
about 1868. They experienced normal pioneer hardships with their six children on the homestead along
the Smith Road. Their farm was in the family until recent years.
The Weber family, (John)
George
(1823-1910) and his wife
Annie Mary
Schwager (1831-1918) arrived
from Bavarian section of
Germany in the late 1860’s.
They settled near Winchester
where older members of the
family were born before
moving to the Ardoch/
Fernleigh.
Gary Weber Farm still in operation
(Photo courtesy of Brenda Martin)
Their children were: Michael (1858-1925) married Margaret Kelly (1863-1944); Catherine (1861-1949)
married
William J. Fraser; John (1862-1898); George (1866-1947) married Margaret Schwager (1875-1948); Alois
(18681962) married Theresa Weiss (1885-1967); Rose (1873-1937) married Henry Gunsinger; Joseph
(1870-1876).
Michael and Margaret’s family: Michael George known as M.G. and his brother were killed in a car
accident in 1936. A daughter, Florence married Andrew Myer.
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George and Ann Margaret’s family: John, a river driver, drowned in the Madawaska River at Colton in
May,
1924; Nick (Rachel Jeannerett); Phyllis (Mrs. Wifred Jeannerett); Edmund (Florence Cox); Victoria (Mrs.
Thomas Kirkham); Noela (Mrs. Earl Kirkham); Melchoir (Anita Flemming); Fergus (Hazel Wood) and
Martina (Mrs. Joseph Schonauer).
Edmund and Florence raised their family on the farm where the present airstrip is located.
Nick and Rachel lived in the village of Ardoch close to Jack and Lois’ present house; they also
owned housekeeping cottages on Malcolm Lake.
Original Weber homestead in Ardoch (Photo courtesy of Jack and Lois Weber)
Other descendants of the Webers are Jeannerett and Hermer.
Social life was an important part of building community. The settlers had long hard-working days. Social
life revolved around helping neighbours to build barns or shelters, make quilts, church events like
picnics, weddings and funerals, and sitting around the store benches to catch up on the local gossip.
Food and music accompanied most aspects of social life.
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3.0
3.1
THE PHYSICAL AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
The Lakes
Ardoch and Malcolm Lakes are located in the former Township of Clarendon, in the Municipality of
North Frontenac, Frontenac County, Ontario. Ardoch Lake is located about 3.5 km east of the town of
Ardoch and 48.5 km west of Perth and Malcolm is approximately 1.8 km south of Ardoch and 51.5 km
west of Perth.
Ardoch Lake is directly upstream of Malcolm Lake, which drains northwest into the Mississippi River
slightly west of Little Mud Lake.
Little Mud Lake is a small body of water located about half way
along the river joining Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes.
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Channel from drone (Photo courtesy of Justin Whitten)
Physically, the lakes run southwest to northeast, with Malcolm being the larger of the two. Ardoch is 1.9
km long and 1.0 km wide at its broadest point, while Malcolm is 3.1 km long and 1.7 km wide.
Characteristics of Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes are summarized in Table 1 below.
The lakes flow east to west with Ardoch flowing into Malcolm from the southeast corner. Owing to the
fact that Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes are joined, they respond to fluctuations in water level and water
quality as one lake. There is a water control dam situated at Malcolm Lake’s outlet in the most northern
point of the lake. The dam is owned by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and operated by the
Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority. Weekly lake levels are recorded by a gauge installed at this
location. Water level information is presented in Section 3.0 of this report.
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Table 1: Characteristics of Ardoch Lake and Malcolm Lake
Characteristic
Ardoch
Malcolm
Shoreline (Perimeter)
5.8 km
14.6 km
Surface Area
0.9 km2
2.1 km2
Drainage Area
6.7 km2
18.7 km2
Elevation
282 m a.s.l.
253 m a.s.l.
Maximum Depth
17.4 m
4.6 m
Assessed Lakefront Properties (as of 2012) 20
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Length
1.9 km
3.1 km
Width
1.0 km
1.7 km
Common Fish
Northern Pike, Bass, Walleye, Yellow Perch
Flushing Rate
Low
N/A
Average depth
3.2.
7.6 m
2.2 m
Water Quality
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section for details.
Please see acknowledgment
Water quality monitoring first took place on Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes in the 1970’s through the
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) Recreational Lakes Program, which ran from
1971 to 1987. More recent measurements were obtained through two separate programs: the MOECC’s
Lake Partner Program, through which volunteers sample the lake once each year; and the MVCA
Watershed Watch program, through which sampling and analysis are undertaken three times per year
on a 5-year rotation. For this program, Ardoch Lake and Malcolm Lake both have one Watershed Watch
sampling station situated at the deepest point on each lake. Commencing in 2016 the Lake Partners
Program out of Dorset has expanded to water testing each month.
In addition, because of a proposed residential development on the southern lakefront of Ardoch Lake,
MVCA also undertook sampling in 2012 and 2013, ahead of the 2014-scheduled sampling, in order to
acquire more data for assessing studies related to the proposed development
Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) uses four key parameters to monitor a lake’s water
quality: water clarity, total phosphorus level (µg/L), chlorophyll-a concentration (µg/L), and pH level.
The total phosphorus, chlorophyll-a, and water clarity measurements can be used to determine a lake’s
trophic status – a measure of its biological productivity (see Table 2: Lake Trophic Status Classification).
The Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) also sets Provincial Water
Quality Objectives (PWQO) for these parameters with the goal to ensure that the surface water quality
is satisfactory for aquatic life and recreation.
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Table 2: Lake Trophic Status Classification*
Trophic
Description
Status
Oligotrophic
Mesotrophic
Eutrophic
-Low nutrient levels, limited biological productivity
-Water often clear and cold with sufficient oxygen
levels in entire water column throughout the year
-Often supports cool to cold water fisheries
-Moderate nutrient levels resulting in greater
biological productivity
-Water often less clear with greater probability of
lower oxygen levels in lower water columns
-Often supports cold to warm water fisheries due
to variable range of nutrients
-Enriched, with high nutrient concentrations
-Poor water clarity, especially in summer months
when algal and plant growth peaks
-Oxygen levels greatly reduced in lower water
columns throughout the year due to excessive
decomposition of aquatic flora
-Often supports warm water fisheries
Total
Phosphorus
(µg/L)
Chlorophyll-a
(µg/L)
Secchi
Disc
Depth
(m)
< 10 µg/L
< 2 µg/L – low
algal density
>5m
10 to 20 µg/L
2 to 4 µg/L –
moderate algal
density
3.0 to 4.9
m
> 20 µg/L
> 4 µg/L – high
algal density
< 2.9 m
*(Source: Mississippi Lake Today – DRAFT, 2.3 Trends; Table 3: Lake Trophic Status Classification Parameters, May 2014; p.11)
Since phosphorus is the element that controls the growth of algae in most Ontario lakes, Total
Phosphorus (TP) concentration is the key parameter used to interpret lake trophic (nutrient) status.
Higher amounts of phosphorus (nutrients) promote increased growth of aquatic vegetation
(macrophytes / “weeds” and algae). By stimulating algal growth, increases in phosphorus can
decrease water clarity. In extreme cases, algal blooms will affect the aesthetics of the lake and/or cause
taste and odour problems in the water.
As outlined in Table 2, lakes with TP levels less than 10 µg/L are considered oligotrophic. Oligotrophic
lakes are described as dilute, unproductive lakes that rarely experience nuisance algal blooms. Lakes
with TP between 10 and 20 µg/L are classified as mesotrophic and are in the middle with respect to
trophic status. These lakes show a broad range of characteristics and can be clear and unproductive at
the bottom end of the scale or susceptible to moderate algal blooms at TP concentrations near 20 µg/L.
Lakes with TP levels that are greater than 20 µg/L are classified as eutrophic and may exhibit persistent,
nuisance algal blooms. Based on this, the interim PWQO for the average phosphorus concentration
during the ice free season of a lake has been set at 20 µg/L. This level was chosen to avoid nuisance
concentrations of algae. When phosphorus levels exceed 20 µg/L the lake may experience increased
growth of aquatic vegetation and algae to levels that could result in oxygen depletion and accelerated
eutrophication (Source: MOECC, December 2013)
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3.2.1
Phosphorus
Phosphorus is a natural part of our environment and is considered to be the limiting nutrient in regard
to plant and algae growth. This makes it a very important
component in tracking water quality and assessing the
Lake turnover explained:
condition of the lake to determine the type of habitat it
Lake turnover is related to how water
supports. As explained above, Total Phosphorus (TP) is used as
density varies with water
a key indicator of the overall water quality of a lake.
temperature. Water is most dense
(heaviest) at 4º C and as temperature
Ardoch Lake
increases or decreases from 4º C, it
The earliest records of total phosphorus (TP) for Ardoch Lake
becomes increasingly less dense
date back to 1976 and 1980 when the MOECC undertook
(lighter).
sampling through their Recreational Lakes Program. The
During the summer most lakes
average TP in 1976 was 16 µg/L, and in 1980 it was 12.4 µg/L,
become “stratified” into layers of
placing it within the mesotrophic range. Sampling for TP in
different water temperature: the
Ardoch Lake didn’t take place again until 2004 after the MOECC
sun warms the top layer (Epilimnion),
Recreational Lakes Program was reformatted to the Lake
but the bottom layer (Hypolimnion),
Partners Program. After that Ardoch Lake was sampled again
unable to receive the sun’s radiation,
in 2010 from which time the lake has been sampled annually. It
remains cold. In the fall, the
should be noted that in 2002 the MOECC changed the
Epilimnion begins to cool as air
laboratory methodology used for analyzing the water samples.
temperatures decline. As the water in
In 2003 they also started filtering the samples to remove large
the upper layer cools it gets denser
zooplankton which can add disproportionate amounts of TP to
which causes it to sink and as it sinks
the sample. It is suspected that some higher TP levels
it forces the Hypolimnion to rise in its
measured prior to 2003 may be attributed to these differences
place. The sinking action and mixing
in sampling and analysis methodologies. For that reason, the
of the water by the wind results in the
pre-2003 data are used only as a general indicator of former
exchange of surface and bottom
water quality but are not included in the analysis of data
waters which is called "turnover".
collected since that time.
The Lake Partner Program sampling is done by volunteers once
a year in May in order to determine the internal load of total
phosphorus concentrations before the lake has “turned over”.
Lake turnover is a process where layers of water with noted
temperature differences begin to mix together and the water
and debris that has been sitting at the bottom of the lake
begins to mix with the layers of water above.
Winter stratification occurs in reverse
– warmer water at the bottom, colder
water at the top – and leads to spring
turnover. Therefore, in the spring and
the fall, phosphorus held at the
bottom of the lake gets mixed with
water in the upper euphotic zone.
This causes phosphorus held in the bottom zone to be mixed
into the water of the upper euphotic zone. The euphotic
zone is the layer closer to the surface that receives enough
light for photosynthesis to occur, allowing algae and plant
This describes the general principle;
however, other factors (including
climate and lake depth variations) can
cause certain lakes to act differently.
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growth to take place. The intent of sampling in May is to obtain a sample that represents the lake after
winter’s conditions when there has been minimal growth and nutrient uptake by plants. This provides a
value for the background phosphorus concentration before the spring turnover and the start of the
growing season.
Figure 1 shows the results of the Lake Partner Program spring sampling of the euphotic zone in Ardoch
Lake from 2004 to 2014. The green highlighted area represents the range of total phosphorus
concentrations for mesotrophic lakes (TP 10 and 20 µg/L) and the blue area represents the oligotrophic
range (TP < 10 µg/L). With the TP levels falling well within the oligotrophic range, the eutrophic range of
TP levels greater than 20 µg/L is not shown on the graph.
In 2004, the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) Watershed Watch Program also started
sampling on Ardoch Lake. The Watershed Watch program monitors lakes on a five-year rotation,
sampling Ardoch Lake in 2004, 2009 and 2014. The Watershed Watch Program samples three times per
sampling year to represent the lake conditions prior to spring turnover (May), in the summer (July or
August) and lastly before fall turnover (end of August or early September) when the lake would be at its
most productive.
Water samples are collected in both the euphotic zone (upper part of the lake) and one metre off the
lake bed. The euphotic zone is measured as twice the secchi depth and represents the surface waters of
the lake where sunlight can penetrate and algae growth can occur. As the ice free season progresses
into summer this zone becomes affected by temperature stratification making it a sunny, warm and
highly productive environment for aquatic plants and algae to grow and use nutrients such as
phosphorus.
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Figure 1: Spring Total Phosphorus Results for Ardoc Lake Euphotic Zone, 2004 to 2014
Ardoch Lake - Euphotic Zone Spring Total Phosphorus Levels
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Total Phosphorus (ug/L)
16
Data from Lake Partner Program
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
2004
2005
2006
2007
Mesotrophic
2008
2009
Oligotrophic
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
Phosphorus Level
The samples taken from near the bottom of the lake are intended to provide an indication of the
internal nutrient enrichment of the lake. Bottom phosphorus concentrations can be significantly higher
than surface water concentrations particularly later in the year as organic matter settles to the bottom,
is decomposed, and the nutrients are released. This load provides a continuous supply of phosphorus
during the peak growing season when flows into the lake are usually at their lowest and the amount of
sunshine is at its highest.
Figure 2 presents the total phosphorus concentrations in the euphotic zone for the 3 annual spring,
summer and fall Watershed Watch samples taken on Ardoch Lake. It shows that while there is some
variability between the three seasons over the sample years, the TP concentrations are primarily in the
oligotrophic and low mesotrophic range. In the Spring of 2014, a TP concentration of 20 µg/L, at the low
end of the eutrophic range (area highlighted in orange), may mean that the spring turnover had
occurred just prior to the sampling. It could have also resulted from higher amounts of nutrients being
flushed into the lake during the spring runoff, or it could represent a sampling or lab error. The
considerably lower TP concentration later that year suggests it may have been an anomaly in the
sampling.
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Figure 2: Spring, Summer and Fall Total Phosphorus Concentration in Euphotic Zone for Ardoch Lake
Ardoch Lake - Euphotic Zone
Spring Summer and Fall Total Phosphorus Levels (µg/L)
22
20
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
Data from Watershed Watch
2004
2005
2006
2007
Eutrophic
Spring Euphotic
2008
2009
2010
Mesotrophic
Summer Euphotic
2011
2012
2013
2014
Oligotrophic
Fall Euphotic
Figure 3 shows the total phosphorus concentrations one metre off the lake bottom for the 3 annual
Watershed Watch samples taken on Ardoch Lake since 2004. It shows the changes in lake bed
phosphorus concentrations between spring, summer and fall for the years that sampling took place. As
expected the levels are generally substantially higher in the fall as the result of the buildup of nutrients
throughout the summer.
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Figure 3: Ardoch Lake Total Phosphorus One Metre off the Lake Bottom
Ardoch Lake - Total Phosphorus 1 Metre off Bottom
Spring, Summer and Fall
60
50
Data from Watershed Watch Program
40
30
20
10
0
2004
2005
2006
2007
Spring
2008
2009
Summer
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
Fall
Malcolm Lake
The earliest record for total phosphorus (TP) levels on Malcolm Lake dates back to 1976 when the
MOECC undertook sampling through their Recreational Lakes Program. The average TP in 1976 was 10
µg/L placing it at the top of oligotrophic range. MOECC sampling for total phosphorus in Malcolm Lake
didn’t take place again until 2004 after the Recreational Lakes Program was reformatted to the Lake
Partners Program. After that Malcolm Lake was sampled again in 2008, 2010 and 2011.
Figure 4 shows the results of the spring sampling of the euphotic zone, from the Lake Partner Program
data collected for 2004 to 2014. The blue area represents the oligotrophic range (TP < 10 µg/L; the
green highlighted area represents the range of total phosphorus concentrations for mesotrophic lakes
(TP between 10 and 20 µg/L. With the TP levels falling well within the Oligotrophic range, the
eutrophic range of TP levels greater than 20 µg/L is not shown on the graph.
In 2004, the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) Watershed Watch Program also started
sampling on Malcolm Lake under its five-year rotation, sampling the lake in 2004, 2009 and 2014. The
lake is sampled three times per sampling year to represent the lake conditions prior to spring turnover
(May), summer (July or August) and lastly before fall turn over (end of August or early September) when
the lake would be at its most productive.
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Figure 4: Spring Total Phosphorus Results for Malcolm Lake Euphotic Zone up to 2014
Malcolm Lake - Spring Total Phosphorus Levels Euphotic Zone
Phosphorus Level (µg/L)
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data from Lake Partner Program
10
8
6
4
2
0
2004
2005
2006
2007
Mesotrophic
2008
2009
Oligotrophic
2010
2011 2012*† 2013
2014
Phosphorus Level
As described under the results for Ardoch Lake, water samples are collected at each site in both the
euphotic zone (upper part of the lake) and 1 metre off the lake bed. The total phosphorus
concentrations, in the euphotic zone for the 3 annual (spring, summer and fall) Watershed Watch
samples taken on Malcolm Lake are shown in Figure 5. It shows that while there is some variability
over the sample years, the average euphotic zone TP concentrations fall mostly within the oligotrophic
range of less than 10 µg/L shown as the blue area on the graph. Higher TP Levels were measure in the
spring of 2004 and the spring of 2009 where at 21 µg/L it fell within the eutrophic range (orange area on
graph). In 2014 the euphotic zone TP levels were within the oligotrophic and low mesotrophic range.
Figure 5: Spring, Summer and Fall Total Phosphorus Concentration in Euphotic Zone for Malcolm Lake
Malcolm Lake Total Phosphorus Euphotic Zone, Spring, Summer & Fall
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Program, 5 Year Rotation
15
10
5
0
2004
Eutrophic
Mesotrophic
2009
Oligotrophic
2014
Spring
Summer
Fall
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Figure 6 shows the total phosphorus concentrations 1 metre off the lake bottom for the 3 annual
(spring, summer and fall) Watershed Watch samples taken on Malcolm Lake. The available data from
2004 to 2014 (noting that data for Spring 2004 and Fall 2009 are not available) are not showing the
higher levels in the fall that we would normally expect. This may have something to do with the
shallowness and flushing rates in the lake. It is likely that because it is shallow Malcolm Lake warms up
more evenly throughout the entire water column and doesn’t stratify or experience the spring and fall
lake turnover that takes place in other deeper lakes. This would change the way nutrients such as
phosphorus mix and settle within the lake.
Figure 6: Malcolm Lake Total Phosphorus One Metre off the Lake Bottom
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Malcolm Lake - Total Phosphorus 1 Metre Off Lake Bed
Spring
30
Summer
Fall
25
20
15
10
5
0
2004
2009
2014
Discussion
There are several variables that affect phosphorus concentrations in lakes. For instance, there was some
inconsistency in the frequency and timing of the sampling each year, which may have influenced the
variability of the results. The spring samples may have been taken after spring turnover had already
occurred. Phosphorus concentrations can also be influenced by a number of variables including weather
related factors such as the rate of snow melt, the frequency of rainfall events in its large upstream
catchment area, or a flood event which could each contribute nutrients and sediments from the
terrestrial environment to the lake. Other influencing factors include land use, the implementation of
stewardship activities, or septic improvements.
Overall Ardoch Lake shows phosphorus levels that have generally stayed within the oligotrophic and low
mesotrophic range. The bottom Total Phosphorus levels exhibit the expected increase in the fall,
following the build-up of nutrients that have settled on the lake bottom throughout the summer season.
Malcolm Lake also shows phosphorus levels that have generally stayed within the oligotrophic and low
mesotrophic range. The bottom Total Phosphorus levels are less consistent which is likely due to the
shallowness of the lake preventing usual stratification and lake turnover.
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3.2.2
Chlorophyll-a
Chlorophyll-a is the green pigment found in algae and aquatic plants that is used for photosynthesis.
Chlorophyll-a concentration is used to measure the abundance of algae and potential plant growth in a
lake and is therefore directly related to the amount of available nutrients, i.e. phosphorus. Chlorophyll-a
and phosphorus are causatively linked to water clarity, i.e. Secchi depth. A higher concentration of
phosphorus means more nutrients, which means more chlorophyll-a and algae, leading to decreased
water clarity. Also, more phytoplankton and algae means more suspended particles and the scattering
of light rays as they penetrate the water column. High concentrations of algae and vegetation can also
cause oxygen depletion in the lake. As algae and vegetation decompose, they sink to the bottom of the
lake and consume the available dissolved oxygen making it less suitable for fish habitat.
Ardoch Lake
Figure 7 shows the spring, summer and fall chlorophyll-a levels measured by the Watershed Watch
program since 2004. It shows considerable variation in chlorophyll-a levels both between seasons and
between years. The levels tend to be higher in the spring, falling mostly within the low eutrophic range
(orange area) and mesotrophic range (green area). The summer and fall levels fall mostly within the
oligotrophic and low mesotrophic range. This is contrary to what we would normally expect where, as
the summer progresses, we would expect higher chlorophyll-a levels from increased algae and plant
growth. The 2009 average chlorophyll-a measurements are comparably higher than the other sample
years, falling within the mesotrophic and lower eutrophic range. With no obvious trends emerging from
the limited available data it would be beneficial to undertake more frequent monitoring to properly
assess changes in chlorophyll-a levels from season to season and year to year.
Figure 7: Ardoch Lake Annual Mean Chlorophyll-a Levels
Ardoch Lake Spring, Summer and Fall Chlorophyll-a Levels (µg/L)
5
4.5
4
Program
3.5
3
2.5
2
1.5
1
0.5
2004
2005
Eutrophic
2006
2007
Mesotrophic
2008
2009
2010
Oligotrophic
2011
Spring
2012
2013
Summer
2014
Fall
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Malcolm Lake
Figure 8 displays the spring, summer and fall chlorophyll-a levels measured by the Watershed Watch
program on the regular five-year monitoring cycle in 2004, 2009 and 2014. Given the limited amount of
data it is difficult to confirm any obvious trends in chlorophyll-a levels. Overall, the levels fall within the
oligotrophic and mesotrophic ranges and were higher in the fall in 2004 and 2009 as we would expect.
Figure 8: Malcolm Lake Spring, Summer and Fall Chlorophyll-a Levels
Malcolm Lake - Spring, Summer and Fall Chlorophyll-a Levels (µg/L)
4
Program
3.5
3
2.5
2
1.5
1
0.5
0
2004
Mesotrophic
2009
Oligotrophic
Spring
2014
Summer
Fall
Discussion
Overall, the results for chlorophyll-a are consistent with the what the secchi disc readings and TP levels
are showing in terms of the trophic status on each lake. Depending when samples were collected,
seasonal fluctuations may affect chlorophyll-a concentration. Additional more frequent monitoring
would be helpful in identifying any trends or changes over time.
3.2.3
Water Clarity
A Secchi Disc is a black and white coloured disc used to determine water clarity. It measures the
maximum depth to which sunlight penetrates the water column (also known as the euphotic zone). The
disc is lowered into the water, and the depth at which the black and white are no longer visible is called
the Secchi depth. The higher the Secchi Disc measurement, the clearer the water.
Secchi Disc measurements have been collected at Ardoch Lake and Malcolm Lake for several decades.
The data go back to 1976 and 1980 when depths were recorded as part of the Recreational Lakes
Program. In 1999 secchi depths were measured on Ardoch Lake, as part of the MVCA Watershed Watch
program. In addition to MVCA’s 5-year sampling rotation, measurements were collected as part of the
MOECC’s Lake Partner Program.
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Ardoch Lake
Figure 9 shows the secchi disc measurements for Ardoch Lake since 2004 including the spring Lake
Partner Program readings and the spring, summer and fall Watershed Watch readings. Most of the
secchi disc readings are between 4.5 and 6.5 metres depth, falling within the oligotrophic range (blue
area on graph) and lower mesotrophic range (green area). With the exception of the two readings of 11
metres, taken in the spring of 2004, there is little overall variability, showing a relatively stable trend in
water clarity for Ardoch Lake.
Figure 9: Ardoch Lake Spring, Summer and Fall Secchi Disc Depths
Ardoch Lake - Spring, Summer and Fall Secchi Disc Levels (Metres)
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
Total Secchi Disc Depth (m)
0
2
4
6
8
Data from Lake Partner (LP) and
Watershed Watch (WW)
10
12
Oligotrophic
Mesotrophic
Eutrophic
Spring (LP)
Spring (WW)
Summer
Fall
Malcolm Lake
Figure10 shows the secchi disc measurements for Malcolm Lake since 2004 including the spring Lake
Partner Program readings and the spring, summer and fall Watershed Watch readings. Malcolm Lake is
unusually shallow compared with other lakes in the area which can cause complications in measuring
water clarity. In such a shallow lake, the euphotic zone (maximum depth to which sunlight penetrates)
can cover almost the entire depth of the lake. When a Secchi Disc is lowered into the water column it is
susceptible to drag caused by wind at the lake’s surface. This can affect depth measurements by
producing results that are erroneously high. In sample years 1999, 2004, 2008 and 2013, Secchi disc
readings measured greater than the maximum depth of Malcolm Lake indicating a problem with drag.
To account for this, the records for those sample years have been adjusted to 4.6 meters (lake depth).
Also, with a maximum depth of 4.6, it will be impossible for Malcolm Lake to ever achieve the
oligotrophic rating (> 5 metres) for water clarity, somewhat skewing the trophic status for this particular
parameter.
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Figure 10 shows that water clarity in Malcolm Lake has remained relatively unchanged, reaching its
maximum depth in 3 out of the 6 sample years. Overall, the water clarity on both Ardoch and Malcolm
Lakes remains good showing only minor fluctuations between sampling years.
Figure 10: Malcolm Lake Annual Mean Secchi Disc Depths
Malcolm Lake - Spring, Summer and Fall
Secchi Depth (metres)
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2011
2013
2014
Secchi Depth (Metres)
4
4.2
4.4
4.6
4.8
5
5.2
5.4
5.6
5.8
6
3.2.4
Mesotrophic
Oligitrophic
Spring (LP)
Spring (WW)
Summer (WW)
Fall (WW)
pH
The pH level of the lake water is an important indicator of the suitability of a lake to support aquatic
flora and fauna. The pH scale ranges from 1.0 to 14.0, where 1.0 is very acidic, 7.0 is neutral, and 14.0 is
very basic or alkaline. Every plant and animal has a pH range in which they are adapted to living, but the
majority of species are adapted to a range of 6.5 to 8.5. When a lake has high CO2 content, the pH is
lower (or more acidic) because CO2 binds with water molecules to form carbonic acid. The process of
photosynthesis removes CO2 from the water, which means that the more productive the lake, the more
alkaline it will become. The underlying geology of the catchment basin of a lake may also affect pH.
Precambrian Shield lakes tend to have lower pH because igneous rock is resistant to weathering,
creating shallow, mostly organic, acidic soils. Conversely, catchment basins that are underlain by
carbonate-containing rocks, such as marble or limestone, are easily weathered and eroded by water,
making calcium more readily available in the lake environment.
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Prior to 1999, pH levels were collected through the MOECC’s Recreational Lakes Program and in
subsequent sample years, pH levels were collected through the MVCA’s Watershed Watch monitoring
program. Despite being Precambrian Shield lakes, Ardoch and Malcolm are alkaline, having a pH greater
than 7.0. The Provincial Water Quality Objective (PWQO) for pH as set out by the MOECC is in the range
of 6.5 to 8.5, the same range within which most species are adapted to living.
Ardoch Lake
Figure 11 displays the average pH of Ardoch Lake for the years that it was measured since 1999. For all
sample years, the average pH of Ardoch Lake falls safely within the Provincial Water Quality Objective of
between 6.5 and 8.5.
Figure 11: Ardoch Lake Annual Mean pH Levels
Ardoch Lake Annual Mean pH Levels
9
pH Level
8.5
8
7.5
7
6.5
1999 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
PWQO
pH Level
Malcolm Lake
Figure 12 displays the average pH of Malcolm Lake for the years that it was measured since 2004. In
1999 and 2009, the pH values are slightly higher, but still in close proximity (within 0.1 to 0.3 units) of
the upper limit of the PWQO.
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Figure 12: Malcolm Lake Annual Mean pH Levels
Malcolm Lake - Annual Mean pH Levels
9
pH Level
8.5
8
7.5
7
6.5
1999
2004
PWQO
2009
2014
pH Level
Discussion
Ardoch and Malcolm’s alkalinity is influenced by the local underlying bedrock which is dominated by
calcium rich rock. A geological formation referred to as the Central Metasedimentary Belt of Grenville
Province is made up of a number of Late Precambrian metasediments and metavolcanics which forms a
series of northeast trending belts east and southeast of the village of Ardoch. The lakes are underlain
primarily by a felsic metavolcanic rock unit enclosed entirely by marble. Appendix B shows that
carbonate metasediments, namely grey and white laminated marble (as indicated by the blue area
marked 6b), dominate the geology surrounding Ardoch and Malcolm Lakes.
The average pH levels of both lakes are either equal to or greater than 7.3 – the minimum threshold for
zebra mussel colonization. Zebra mussels are an invasive species that require calcium in order to form
their shells, and a higher pH means there is more calcium available for them to thrive. Zebra mussels
can be detrimental to the lake environment because they alter the food web by over-filtering the water
and removing essential food sources such as plankton. Also, by removing these organisms, light is able
to penetrate deeper increasing the growth of aquatic vegetation as well as the occurrence of toxic algal
blooms.
Ardoch Lake was sampled for invasive species by the Watershed Watch monitoring team in 2004, 2009
and 2012. In 2009, zebra mussel veliger (larvae) and rusty crayfish were present in the samples
collected. Malcolm Lake was sampled in 2004 and 2009. In 2009, as with Ardoch, zebra mussel veliger
and rusty crayfish were found to be present. It is important to note that if something was not caught in
the plankton haul net, we cannot conclude that the invasive species was not in the lake; it just means
that they were not there at the time the sampling took place.
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3.2.5
Temperature and Dissolved Oxygen
Dissolved oxygen is vital for all aquatic plants and animals to survive. Adequate dissolved oxygen is an
indicator of good water quality and is necessary for all life forms. Poor or depleted oxygen levels cause
stress on organisms such as fish and may result in fish kills, where mass death of a species occurs in one
season. Warm water fish species are better adapted to low oxygen levels than cold water fish species.
As water temperature increases, the amount of dissolved oxygen in the water decreases. Aquatic
vegetation also affects dissolved oxygen as it is consumed in the decomposition process.
Lake turnover, which mixes bottom lake water with top layers in the spring and the fall, replenishes
oxygen consumed by decaying vegetation at depth. If the lake does not mix completely, dissolved
oxygen levels in the bottom water will remain low or may become depleted. Oxygen concentration is
usually lowest in the bottom waters in the late summer months (August to September) as decaying
vegetation accumulates at the lake bottom.
Table 3: Ministry of the Environment Dissolved Oxygen PWQO for Cold Water and Warm Water Biota
indicates the minimum dissolved oxygen concentrations set out by the MOECC to protect cold water
and warm water fish species. Ardoch and Malcolm are warm water lakes, meaning the criteria for warm
water biota will be utilized in examining their lake oxygen profiles.
Table 3: Ministry of the Environment Dissolved Oxygen PWQO for Cold Water and Warm Water Biota
Temperature
°C
0
5
10
15
20
25
PWQO Dissolved Oxygen Concentrations
Cold Water Biota
Warm Water Biota
mg/L
% Saturation
mg/L
% Saturation
8
54
7
47
7
54
6
47
6
54
5
47
6
54
5
47
5
57
4
47
5
63
4
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MVCA takes three dissolved oxygen readings each sample season. A dissolved oxygen meter is used to
gather temperature and DO readings. As the probe is lowered into the water, readings are recorded
every meter. By doing this, lake profiles that show the stratification and health of the lake are
developed.
Lake Stratification is the separation of lakes into three layers. Table 4: Lake Stratification describes each
separation.
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Table 4: Lake Stratification
Epilimnion
Top-most layer, typically warmer water with higher DO concentrations
Thermocline Distinct middle layer in which temperature changes more rapidly with depth than it
does in layers above and below
Hypolimnion Bottom-most layer, typically colder and denser water
Ardoch Lake
The dissolved oxygen and temperature profiles in Figure 13 outline the most recently recorded
conditions for Ardoch Lake in the spring, mid-summer, and fall of 2014. The blue shading indicates the
portion of the water column that contains dissolved oxygen concentrations suitable for warm water fish
species (defined as DO > 4 mg/L at temperatures < 25°C).
In the May profile, the entire water column contains adequate concentrations of dissolved oxygen for
fish survival. In July, suitable fish habitat can be found between 3 and 13 meters depth, and in
September, fish habitat is only possible at depths between 0 and 10 meters.
The July profile shows that at a depth of 14 meters, the dissolved oxygen content drops to 2.25 mg/L,
well below the PWQO for warm water biota, and then continues to drop with depth. In the September
profile, dissolved oxygen content drops below 4 mg/L at 11 meters depth, and then drops below 0 mg/L
at about 2 meters off the lake bottom. These oxygen concentrations are typical for late summer as
decaying vegetation increases at the lake bottom prior to lake turnover. In July and in September it is
therefore apparent that below 13 meters and 10 meters, respectively, there are insufficient oxygen
levels for fish to survive. Each graph also clearly demonstrates how the Epilimnion gets deeper over
time while the Thermocline becomes more pronounced.
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Figure 13: Ardoch Lake 2012 Dissolved Oxygen and Temperature Profiles
Ardoch Lake
Temperature vs.
DO Profile July 10,
2014
Ardoch Lake
Temperature vs DO
Profile May 20, 2014
Temperature (C) and
Dissolved Oxygen (g/L)
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Malcolm Lake
Figure 14 demonstrates the most recent temperature and dissolved oxygen conditions for Malcolm Lake
from the spring, mid-summer, and fall of 2014.
The blue shading in all three profiles indicates that throughout the complete sample season the entire
water column contains sufficient dissolved oxygen to support warm water fish species (defined as DO >
4 mg/L at temperatures < 25°C).
Due to the shallowness of Malcolm Lake, there is no true stratification of the lake water. Instead, the
entire water column is considered the Epilimnion. The profiles demonstrate clearly how temperature
remains near constant for the entire depth of the lake. Also owing to the shallow nature of the lake,
there is almost always sufficient dissolved oxygen to provide suitable fish habitat.
The September profile shows a depletion of oxygen at 6 metres depth, the bottom of the lake, which is
typical at this time of year when oxygen is consumed by the decomposition of aquatic vegetation.
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Figure 14: Malcolm Lake 2009 Dissolved Oxygen and Temperature Profiles
Malcolm Lake
Temperature vs. DO
Profile July 10, 2014
Malcolm Lake
Temperature vs. DO
Profile May 20, 2014
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3.2.6
Trophic Status Summaries
As shown in the table below, water quality data that measure Total Phosphorus (TP), Chlorophyll a and
water clarity (Secchi disc measurements) show that Ardoch Lake generally has oligotrophic status,
meaning it has low nutrient levels, limiting the growth of aquatic vegetation and algae.
Water quality data for Malcolm Lake show that the trophic status ranges between high oligotrophic to
low mesotrophic, meaning that it has low to moderate nutrient levels, providing for some biological
productivity in terms of the growth of aquatic vegetation and algae.
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Table 5
Clarity/Secchi Disc
Depth (m)
Oligotrophic
< 10 µg/L
< 2 µg/L – low algal
density
>5m
Mesotrophic
10 to 20 µg/L
2 to 4 µg/L – moderate
algal density
3.0 to 4.9 m
> 20 µg/L
> 4 µg/L – high algal
density
< 2.9 m
Trophic Status
Eutrophic
Ardoch Lake -Summary of Water Quality Trophic Status Ratings
Spring (Euphotic
Zone)
Zone)
Oligotrophic
Oligotrophic
Mesotrophic
Malcolm Lake -Summary of Water Quality Trophic Status Ratings
Spring (Euphotic
Zone)
Zone)
Oligotrophic
High Oligotrophic
Mesotrophic
Clarity/Secchi Disc
Depth (m)
Oligotrophic
Clarity/Secchi Disc
Depth (m)
Mesotrophic*
* influenced by the shallowness of the lake
3.3
Water Level
The Malcolm Lake dam, owned by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, and operated by
Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority, is located at the outlet of Malcolm Lake on the west side of
Ardoch Road, approximately 0.5 km south of the village of Ardoch. The dam is on Crown Land and its
purpose is to maintain water levels on Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes for recreational uses. A channel
dredged for boat access joins the two lakes and water levels are constant in both lakes.
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3.3.1 History
3.
(Photo courtesy of Bob Watkins)
Martin)
(Photo courtesy of Brenda
A dam was originally constructed during the early 1900’s, presumably for logging
operations, but was replaced in the 1930’s by a concrete structure erected by local
residents. The present structure was built in 1969 by the Ministry of Natural Resources
and Forestry. Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority assumed operation of the dam in
February 1986. Since 1969, several operating methods have been tested, but the dam
has been operated predominantly as an overflow weir year-round since MVCA assumed
control in 1986. In the summer of that year, MVCA undertook a survey of all structures
on Malcolm Lake to determine flood risk. All elevations and water level records were
converted to geodetic elevations. Structures included in the survey were docks, shoreline
protection works, boathouses, secondary buildings and main residential buildings on the
lots. Any building higher than 4 meters above the lake was identified but not surveyed. A
total of 41 residential buildings were surveyed.
3.3.2 Description
The dam consists of a single concrete sluice, containing three stop-logs, and a concrete overflow weir.
Together, they are approximately 30 meters long. The sluiceway opening is 4 meters wide and about
1.83 m high, while the weir is approximately 20 meters long and 1 meter high. The weir is at an
elevation of 253.06 meters above sea level.
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3.3.3 Dam Operations
Generally, the Malcolm Lake dam is not operated, but weekly water levels are obtained by MVCA from a
staff gauge installed on the upstream, southwest facing wing wall. In addition, MVCA conducts an
annual inspection of the dam structure. During the spring, if the level on the gauge exceeds 253.25
meters then one stop-log is removed. Normally, during the summer season, water levels fluctuate
between 253.05 and 253.17 meters, but due to the lakes having a small drainage area levels are very
dependent on precipitation. In the case that water levels drop below the top of the weir, one end of the
top stop-log is raised to allow flow into the downstream channel. Over the course of the fall and the
winter, all stop-logs remain in the dam, and the typical winter holding level is 253.05 meters.
The summer of 2016 set new records for water levels throughout the area.
3.4
Navigational Hazards
The Fishing Committee of Malcolm Ardoch Lakes Landowners Association has placed navigational buoys
to mark shoals where water levels may restrict the use of outboard motors. In boating season four
buoys are placed in key areas on Malcolm Lake and one on Ardoch Lake.
Other areas of concern are the "no wake zones" on each side of the public landing. Water depth
through the culvert between the lakes is usually less than one metre and requires boaters to use
caution. When water levels are very low, boaters may need to lift their motors to pass through the
culvert. Waterflow is sometimes cut off by tree branches placed there by beaver. This can happen
overnight so there is little warning. Each fall MALLA members clear the debris from the culvert as part of
the Fall Cleanup initiative.
The river between Malcolm and Ardoch Lake requires boaters to manoeuvre around underwater logs
and branches, but staying in the middle where it is deepest avoids these hazards.
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3.5
Physiography of the Lakes
Two major events shaped the nature of the Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes formation: the last ice age and
flooding from the melting front.
The first of these influences was the last Ice Age. By the end of the Cenozoic Era, Canada took on its
present shape. In many areas the Precambrian bedrock was scraped smooth by the glaciers gouging the
footprints of the lakes and taking away the surface soil.
The Ice Age- Pleistocene (Late Quaternary) Glaciation
Diagram (Source -Frontenac Arch Biosphere web)
About 20, 000 years ago, much of eastern Canada and northeast U.S.A. was covered by the great
Laurentide Ice Sheet (several kilometers thick). The eastern part of the ice sheet, known as the Labrador
lobe, flowed southerly from its center in Ungava. In the Frontenac Arch region, ice moved
southwesterly, roughly parallel to the geological “grain” of the Grenville rocks. Between about 17, 000
and 14, 000 years ago the ice began to melt back to the north. By 12, 500 years ago a large glacial lake
called Lake Iroquois had formed to the west of the Arch, forerunner of the smaller Lake Ontario.
The second great influence of geographical importance was the flooding from glacial melting. By 11,800
years ago, the ice melted back to allow seawater of the Champlain Sea to flood most of the area of the
present Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Ottawa and St. Lawrence River valleys and Lake Champlain. During this
time marine clays and silts were deposited on top of the earlier glacial sediments. As the sea retreated
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these deposits were reworked by wave action in shallow waters, resulting in a mixture of deposits. By
about 9000 years ago the Champlain Sea had disappeared and by about 6000 years ago, the present
Great Lakes and the Ottawa and St. Lawrence rivers drainage patterns had been established.
One such river system was the Mississippi River, a tributary of the Ottawa River. From its source in
Upper Mazinaw Lake, it ranged 200 kilometers in length, with drainage of 4450 square kilometers. More
than 250 lakes were created in the Mississippi Valley watershed; two of these lakes were Malcolm and
Ardoch.
Malcolm from drone (Photo courtesy of Justin/Jim Whitten)
For many centuries after the Ice Age, the climate continued to heat up, encouraging a diversity of
animals and plants to migrate and expand northward towards the lakes. These conditions would have
encouraged habitation in the region. About 9000 years ago there was evidence of ancient people who
hunted based on stone tools found in the Eastern Ontario region. Stone tools and clay pottery
representative of the time period 5000 years ago has also been found in parts of Eastern Ontario.
According to some written history these people were believed to be ancestors of some First Nations
people. When European settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800’s First Nations people were
present.
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3.6
Geology of Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes and their Watershed
Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes are underlain by Precambrian age rocks of the geological Grenville Province,
forming the southeastern part of the Canadian Shield. The rocks are dominantly metasediments and
metavolcanics of the Mazinaw Domain1, and part of the Province’s Central Metasedimentary Belt. The
prefix meta- indicates that the original sedimentary and volcanic rocks have been metamorphosed. This
implies that their original minerals have been modified, they may have been recrystallized to form
larger crystals, or completely new minerals may have grown in the rocks that were stable at the
increased temperatures and pressures in the roots of the mountain chain built in the Grenville orogeny
some 1020 to 1140 million years (Ma) ago. Most of these new minerals remained stable as the
mountains eroded and their roots were exposed on later land surfaces.
There is geological fabric to this part of the Central Metasedimentary belt. The major rock units occur in
southwest to northeastern trending belts, and are folded along similar trending axes, such that the
rocks repeat on either side of the axes. One such fold, an anticline, runs along the northwestern side of
Ardoch Lake, with younger rocks, marbles, lying to the northwest and southeast. The area is also cut by
much later northwest-southeast trending faults associated with the early development of the Ottawa –
Bonnechere graben (≈ 590 Ma) at the close of the Precambrian. The movement on these faults appears
to have been dominantly vertical in most instances.
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Calcific Carbonate
Metasedimentary Rock
Intermediate Intrusive Rock
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Calc-Alkalic Mafic to Felsic
Metavolcanic Rocks
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Silicerous Clastic
Metasedimentary Rocks
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Myer Cave Formation
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Fernleigh Formation
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Bishop Corners Formation
1
Easton, R.M. 2006. Precambrian geology of the Cloyne-Plevna-Ompah area, northern Mazinaw Domain,
Grenville Province. Ontario Geological Survey, Open File Report 5454, 165 p.
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Calc-Alkalic Mafic to Felsic Metavolcanic Rocks
(See note)
Note - Calc-Alkalic Mafic to Felsic Metavolcanic Rocks may include felsic and intermediate metastuffs
and Metasedimentary Rocks of Mainly Volcanic Provence
The oldest rocks in the Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes watershed are found in a narrow (≈ 200 m) belt2 that
runs from southwest to the northeast and passes through the northwest shore of Dennies Lake, parts of
the southeast bay of Malcolm Lake, the southeastern shore of Ardoch Lake, and immediately to the
northeast of Ardoch Lake. These Kashwakamak Formation (1276 ± 2 Ma) rocks are quartz and feldsparrich schists and gneisses; the schists retain some of the original layered fabric, which is lost in the more
highly metamorphosed gneisses. They were most likely volcanic ash falls (tuffs) and lava flows of felsic
to intermediate composition, the latter containing some biotite; and the volcanic centre, source, was to
the west-southwest between Harlowe and Kashwakamak Lake.
Following this volcanic event, a sea formed where layered sediments consisting of volcanic ash-fall rocks
rich in biotite mica, hornblende and feldspar were deposited alternately with limey carbonate
sediments. These now fine grained schistose ash-fall rocks, some containing up to 1.5 cm ‘blades’ of
dark green to black hornblende, and marbles weather in a characteristic way; the volcanic component
to a brown colour and the carbonate, now a dolomite marble, recessively to yield a very ‘craggy’
surface. These rocks, locally known as ‘para-amphibolites’, occur in a southwest to northeast belt that
cuts through the northwestern part of the watershed. On a broader scale the ‘para-amphibolites’
alternate with marbles, which may be either fine or medium to coarse grained. It is these calcite-rich
rocks that dominate the shorelines of Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes, and underlay about half of the
watershed.
Locally, at the east end of Ardoch Lake, a fine-grained quartz and feldspar-rich gneiss lies between the
oldest Kashwakamak Formation rocks and the marbles. These rocks were laid down as sediments more
distantly from the volcanic centres active at the time of their deposition. In some places they are rusty
weathering, indicating they are iron-rich, and may contain from 10 to 35% biotite.
This package of rocks was laid down in a volcanic marine environment. They were buried deep in the
Earth’s crust as the Grenville Orogeny developed. No evidence of life has been reported in the rocks of
the watershed; however, to the northeast the marbles around Sunday Lake contain stromatolites, fossil
algal mounds that developed in shallow marine environments.
Evidence of one of the earliest phases of the complex Grenville orogeny, that involved rocks from the
southern Appalachians in the United States, up through Canada and across to northern Europe (there
was no Atlantic Ocean at that time) lies in the Northbrook - Cross (Crotch) Lake pluton that outcrops
along much of the southeastern limit of the watershed. The tonalite, also known as a trondjhemite,
2
Easton, R.M. 2006. Precambrian geology, Cloyne-Plevna-Ompah area.
Map P. 3443, scale 1:50,000.
Ontario Geological Survey Preliminary
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which forms the pluton is a ‘grantitoid’ rock rich in quartz and plagioclase (soda-rich) feldspar, and
notably poor in orthoclase (potash) feldspar. A sample from the Ardoch Road close to the southern limit
of the watershed has been radio-metrically dated to 1250 (+10/-15) Ma, at the end of the Elzeviran
Orogeny, a sub-event of the main Grenville Orogeny.
Following the Grenville Orogeny the resulting mountain range was eroded away during the next half
billion years, resulting in a peneplain, a relatively flat rolling land surface, by Palaeozoic time some 540
Ma ago. A few remnants of the sedimentary rocks deposited at that time occur to the north-northeast
near Palmerston and Redhorse Lakes.
There is then another gap of one half of a billion years in the geological record, and the next event to be
recorded is the Wisconsin glaciation. Evidence of the ice advance, which reached its maximum southern
extent some 25,000 to 21,000 years ago, can be seen in the striations on flat ‘polished’ rock surfaces left
by rocks frozen into the base of the ice sheet being scoured across the bedrock. These indicate the ice
moved across the landscape from north to northeasterly directions3, with variations due to local
topography. During the retreat of the ice sheet some 11,000 years ago the parent material of the
current soil melted out of the ice to cover the land surface. In many parts of the watershed the glacial
till deposited was thin or absent, or has been eroded into the stream system, leaving largely bare rock.
Amongst this material were rocks and boulders of varying size, the largest, known as ‘glacial erratics’,
were often carried 100s or 1000s of kilometers from their source and bear no geological relationship to
the bedrock they lie on. In a few areas, notably the east end of Ardoch Lake and west of Malcolm Lake
well sorted gravels and sands were deposit in glacial lake features associated with the ice retreat4. South
of Malcolm Lake, crossing the Ardoch Road, there are glaciofluvial gravels and sands that were
deposited at the retreating ice front.
A number of uranium mineral occurrences, once of economic interest, have been reported in the
watershed and immediately surrounding area. The only one within the watershed lies southwest of
Malcolm Lake in the marbles2; two more lie in the Cross Lake tonalite pluton near Pine Lake2, 3. In the
northwest of the watershed a pyrite, iron sulphide, occurrence was noted during mapping2. Similarly, an
occurrence of muscovite mica with calcite and feldspar was noted north of the west end of Ardoch Lake
during mapping, as was marl, a calcium carbonate mud, on the eastern shore of Ardoch Lake2. The
occurrence of marl in lake underlain by marbles is common in the region, and indicates the high pH of
the lake waters; generally good for the environment, but favourable for zebra mussels should they
become established.
3
Kettles, I.M. 1992. Glacial geology and glacial sediment geochemistry in the Clyde Forks – Westport area of
Ontario. Geological Survey of Canada Paper 91-97, 34 p. and 21 maps.
4
Henderson, P.J. and Kettles, I.M. 1992. Surficial Geology, Sharbot Lake, Ontario. Geological Survey of Canada
Map 1799A, scale 1:50,000.
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3.7
The Shoreline
The Shore Primer: A Cottager’s Guide to a Healthy Waterfront written by Ray Ford
promotes waterfront stewardship by educating property owners about the important
role that the shoreline plays in the lake's lifespan. Saving our lakes from premature aging
requires everyone's commitment.
Diagram of Shoreline Zones
The natural shore has four components, beginning underwater and extending upland. Shore experts call
these components the littoral zone, the shoreline zone, the riparian zone, and the upland zone, and
each plays a critical role in keeping your lake healthy.
The zone where water meets the land is one of the richest and most ecologically productive places on
earth, making shorelines “Ribbons of Life”. The littoral zone is the area from the water’s edge to roughly
where sunlight can no longer penetrate to the lake bottom. The shallow waters and first 10-15 metres
of shore form an area that provides food and habitat essential to the survival of many species. As much
as 90% of the species in the lake either passes through or lives in this zone. This habitat supports plants,
micro-organisms, insects, amphibians, birds, mammals and fish. It has been found that healthy
shorelines help filter pollutants, protect against erosion and provide habitat for fish and wildlife.
According to naturalists, keeping shorelines natural is the easiest way to protect water quality, the fish
resources and the value of your property.
Shorelines of Lakes in a Temperate, Mixed Forest Biome
Shorelines may be described as the interface between
land and water; as such the two regions interact and,
over time, may alter the other region. For example,
wave action may erode the shore or erosion of the shore may affect the amount of mineral and nutrient
composition of the water and ultimately the overall water quality.
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Vegetation in both the aquatic habitat and the terrestrial habitat will have a major effect on the size of
populations of plant and animal species and on the diversity of these species. Generally, a high diversity
of species is considered to be desirable as long as the species are not alien or worse, alien and invasive.
As with any ecosystem there are abiotic and biotic factors but throughout Ontario there are often
human induced factors. Any ecosystem that has been affected by humans has been altered from the
natural state often but not always in a negative way.
Abiotic Factors
The angle of the shore may be nearly level, such as with a beach, gently sloping, steeply sloping or a
bluff or cliff. The entry at the water's edge may be level, abrupt or undercut.
In the littoral zone, the bottom of the water body may be level, gently sloping, steeply sloping or a drop
off.
The material of the ground is another abiotic factor that will be considered. It may be soil, sand, clay or
loam, or a combination of these, or gravel, boulder or solid rock. The solid rock may be smooth or
rough. These descriptors may be applied to both the soil in the terrestrial element or at the bottom of
the aquatic element.
Other abiotic factors will include the exposure. North facing shores will be shaded if there is a significant
height of vegetation such as shrubs or trees or if the geomorphology of the land shades the water. The
exposure of the shoreline will also determine the amount of wave action and possible erosion of the
shoreline depending on the type of material and the angle of the shore.
For example, a west to southwest facing shore will be subject to strong wave action unless there is a
significant landform protecting that shore. East facing shores will receive morning sunlight and little
wave action to erode the shore.
Biotic factors will include the type of vegetation both on land, at the water's edge, emergent vegetation
and aquatic vegetation. An effort will be made to note the species of plants or a description of the type
of vegetation as nearly as possible.
Anthropogenic Factors: Humans alter ecosystems; they build houses, docks, patios; they cut trees; they
fill in marshy areas or swamps; they bulldoze shorelines to make beaches. When humans cut trees,
plant lawns, gardens or trees, they reshape their environment to meet individual likes and needs. Each
of these activities, changes the environment but not all human changes are harmful and some may even
be beneficial. It is not the intent to judge or malign individuals who have altered their property but
rather to record and describe the changes that have been made so the present state of the shore can be
evaluated and the effects of those changes described. These data can enhance our understanding of
how human induced changes affect the lake and hopefully, form the basis for educating property
owners in our lake community so they can make wise environmental choices.
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Most landowners want to manage their property in ways that maintain property value and lake quality.
Because the skills, knowledge, capacity, resources to develop,
implement and maintain a program to respond to lake issues
are beyond the Malcolm/Ardoch Lakes Stewardship Committee,
it partnered with Watersheds Canada and Canadian Wildlife
Federation (CWF) to participate in shoreline evaluation. The
program called “Love Your Lake” was presented at a public
meeting in October 2014 and attended by representatives of
eleven local lakes. The Malcolm Ardoch Lakes Landowners
Association began this program in the summer of 2015.
The Love Your Lake Program begins with the individual property
owner and draws together the lake community to work
together to address lake health issues. Introductory letters are
prepared for each property owner; a presentation was made at
the MALLA Annual General Meeting in June 2015; a survey
questionnaire asked for their environmental concerns, values,
needs and recommendations. Survey responses will be assessed
and summarized in a report shared with the Stewardship
Committee. Education packages were created by the project
team of Love Your Lake to encourage positive action to protect
the lakes and encourage owners to make environmentally
friendly choices.
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3.7.1 Love Your Lake Shoreline Data Summary
In 2015, 104 properties were assessed totaling about 11km of shoreline on Malcolm Lake. On Ardoch
Lake 18 properties were assessed from about 6 km of shoreline. The Love Your Lake (LYL) report
summarized the information on shoreline classifications, development, runoff, invasive species, habitat
and recommendations and restoration opportunities. The report was used as a source of information on
the current physical conditions of Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes, as a baseline to compare future surveys
and as suggestions for restoration, education and stewardship on a lake wide level. Owners can review
reports for their individual properties on-line using a code sent to them by mail or purchase a hardcopy
from Watersheds Canada.
Shore Classifications:
The Shoreline Classifications described were Natural, Regenerative, Ornamental and Degraded. Natural
is promoted as the most desirable for a healthy lake, while Degraded indicates that work should be
done to reduce erosion and vegetation loss. Properties were assigned an overall category corresponding
to the classification that made up the largest portion of the shoreline.
On Malcolm Lake, 48 shoreline properties were classified as majority natural, 34 majority ornamental
and 20 were considered majority regenerative. On Ardoch Lake, 16 of the shorelines were classified as
majority natural, 2 majority ornamental and 0 were considered majority regenerative. It is
recommended that shoreline property owners engage in naturalization projects to further decrease the
ornamental percentage and increase the regenerative and natural percentages.
This presents an opportunity in particular for residents of Malcolm and to some extent residents of
Ardoch Lake, to increase the overall quality of the lake by maintaining, protecting and enhancing natural
shorelines. To restore shorelines to a more natural state, property owners are encouraged to take
action. Regenerative properties should also be encouraged to maintain their properties in a natural
state by allowing their vegetation on their property to continue to regenerate and grow naturally.
Buffers:
One important way to improve water quality in lakes and rivers is to ensure that there is a natural buffer
of vegetation along the shoreline. Natural and vegetated buffers are some of the most productive and
diverse habitats on the planet. Vegetated areas are also important for filtering contaminants and
sediments before they enter the lake. Deep rooted trees and shrubs help to capture excess nutrients
moving through the surrounding landscape.
The LYL assessment assigned a “buffer recommendation”; each shoreline could receive more than one
recommendation. It is recommended for the health of the lake that 75% of the shoreline remain
natural, leaving 25% for shoreline development opportunity. On Malcolm the buffer recommendations
were: 65 were great, 49 could expand buffer, 12 would have difficulty to achieve the 30m buffer, 5
should create a buffer. Of these 54 properties would benefit from naturalization and 12 or 22% should
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make it a top priority. For Ardoch Lake the recommendations were: 16 great as is and 4 to expand
buffer. Of these 4 properties would benefit from naturalization but 0 were a high priority.
Building Setbacks:
Information on building setbacks was useful to describe what presently exists but was also needed as
the Township Official Plan unfolds. The primary issue associated with building setbacks less than 30
metres, is the limited area to buffer or filter contaminated runoff and wastewater from the main
dwelling. Property owners can reduce potential problems by ensuring that they have rain barrels or
eave troughs with downspouts directed at natural or stone catch basins. Buildings can also disrupt
animal habitats near shore. While moving presently located buildings is not an option, by-laws for new
construction is of utmost importance. To some extent naturalizing the shoreline would at least help to
address the problem.
The range of building setbacks for properties on the lakes, did not include vacant properties, buildings
under construction and unidentifiable properties. Building setbacks for shoreline developments in
Ontario should be at least 30 metres from the high water mark; however, older cottage buildings were
permitted closer to the high water mark. On Malcolm Lake, 64% of the properties surveyed were
observed to be closer than 30 metres to the shoreline. On Ardoch Lake 39% of the properties were
closer than 30 metres.
A potential area of concern with building setbacks is having septic systems installed close to shore.
Regular inspections and maintenance of septic systems can help prevent excess nutrients from entering
the lake. Nutrients entering the lake can contribute to eutrophication, resulting in increased aquatic
vegetation, low oxygen levels, turbid water and algal blooms. As septic systems do very little to process
nutrients, it is important to use phosphate free products. Excess nutrient loading is one of the largest
threats to water quality in lakes and rivers; it is everyone’s responsibility to do something to help
protect the lake.
Shoreline Development:
Shoreline development is defined as the presence of man-made structures in the water or along the
shore within three metres of the shore. Development can be done sustainably and in an
environmentally sensitive fashion. On the average 14 % of the shoreline for each lake has been
developed. Small floating or non-permanent post docks are the most environmentally friendly choice.
A summary of the docks by type is provided. On Malcolm Lake: 18 floating, 11 post permanent, 5 raft, 7
crib/wood, 1 dock system, 35 post non-permanent. For Ardoch Lake: 2 floating, 1 post permanent, 1
crib/wood, 6 post non-permanent.
The numbers of structures on Malcolm’s shoreline were: 20 decks, 3 buildings,5 sheds, 2 boat ramps, 1
boat launch, 4 beaches, 15 stairs, and 2 retaining walls. For Ardoch: 1 building, 1 shed, and 1 stairs.
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When shoreline development structures are present, structures should be kept clean and organized to
prevent possible soil and water contamination. Planting native species will provide additional habitat
between man-made structures and the shoreline. If an older structure is present and no longer
functioning, consideration should be given to removing the building, shed or other man-made structure,
and this will provide more habitat potential for wildlife.
When creating shoreline access, there are a few things to take into account. Limiting access to one area
of the shoreline can help maintain a healthy buffer for wildlife habitat and runoff filtration. By creating a
well formed pathway that follows the contours of the slope or constructing raised, open-backed stairs,
you can direct the foot traffic leading to the waterfront. This will limit possible erosion in high traffic
areas. Covering pathways with wood chips or gravel and allowing vegetation to grow under openbacked stairs is also helpful.
On Malcolm Lake, the number of properties with lawns, either mowed or regenerative, was observed.
19% of properties had lawns that were mowed to the water’s edge. For Ardoch Lake, 11% had
properties mowed to the water’s edge. When lawn is maintained to the water’s edge, natural ground
cover and native vegetation are no longer present to slow runoff and allow nutrient filtration. Nutrients,
contaminants, pollutants and other harmful substances can be easily carried into the lake by runoff and
can harm water quality and local ecological integrity. Lawn grasses also have short root systems and do
not bind the soil well, which can lead to problems with erosion and increased sediment deposition.
In areas close to shore, a lawn is generally not a good choice of ground cover. Half of precipitation runs
off a mowed lawn directly into the lake, instead of returning to a natural groundwater source. If
shoreline property owners wish to mitigate this, they could consider allowing vegetation to regenerate
on its own or by actively planting native trees, shrubs, grasses, or alternative ground cover. The roots of
the vegetation will grip the soil which can help prevent erosion. Allowing mowed lawns to regenerate to
a more natural state promotes water conservation and protects surface and groundwater resources.
Properties with regenerative lawns are encouraged to allow this natural process to continue and to
enhance regeneration by planting native trees and shrubs.
Aquatic Plants:
Malcolm Lake, shorelines were surveyed for the presence of aquatic plants. The presence of aquatic
plants was further summarized into aquatic vegetation types; emergent, submergent, floating, and algal
blooms. The number of properties on Malcolm Lake that had aquatic plants along their shoreline
properties: 20 emergent, 47 no cover, 1 submergent, 12 floating. For Ardoch Lake: 3 emergent, 5 no
cover, 1 submergent. The majority of aquatic vegetation that was present on both lakes was categorized
as emergent vegetation. Floating vegetation and submergent vegetation were found less frequently, but
are still an important part of the aquatic ecosystem- giving habitat to birds, frogs, dragonflies and other
wildlife.
When aquatic vegetation is removed, the integrity of the shoreline is lost. This negatively impacts the
health of the waterbody by decreasing the quality of the water and reducing biodiversity. Eventually, a
waterbody can become unusable, affecting the hundreds of species that rely on it. Fortunately, there
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are some easy steps that can be taken to help protect and restore your shoreline. By planting native
species and allowing natural aquatic vegetation to grow, it helps to provide habitat for wildlife to
flourish.
Sediments:
On both lakes, the type of sediment present on the lake bottom was observed. The benthic zone which
is located on the lake bottom is classified as the ecological region at the lowest level of a body of water.
It starts at the shoreline and continues down until it reaches the floor, encompassing the sediment
surface and subsurface layers. Although this zone may appear barren, it plays a vital role in the health of
aquatic ecosystems. Tiny, microscopic organisms which cycle nutrients live in this zone and act as a
source of food for bottom feeding animals.
Property Slopes: On both lakes, 90% of properties assessed, had flat, gentle, or moderate slopes. The
average slope towards the lake was observed as approximately 3:1. The steepest slope is greater than
or equal to 45˚ while some properties had no slope.
The slope of shorelines can influence the energy of runoff and its ability to transport sediment. Steeper
shorelines often suffer greater erosion problems. While shoreline buffers of healthy trees and shrubs
are important on all properties, steeper properties would yield even greater benefit from wellvegetated slopes to reduce the impacts of erosion from runoff.
Invasive Species:
Phragmites is identified on Malcolm Lake, but not Ardoch Lake. Invasive species can have large negative
impacts on an ecosystem by significantly altering food chain dynamics, reducing native species
populations, and degrading water quality. It will be important to prevent the spread to Ardoch Lake.
Invasive Phragmites is a non-native perennial grass. It grows rapidly, robbing native plant species of
essential water and nutrients. It crowds out native vegetation and produces toxins, hindering plant
growth and killing surrounding plants. It typically grows taller than native Phragmites; its stems are tan
in colour with blue-green leaves and they have large dense seed heads. Help reduce the spread of
Invasive Phragmites by planting only native grass in gardens. Avoid areas that are known to contain
Invasive Phragmites and if you come into contact with the plant, brush off clothing and clean equipment
to prevent seeds from spreading.
Wildlife Habitat:
The most common type of nearshore habitat on both lakes was identified as aquatic logs, followed by
overhanging vegetation. Wildlife provides us with many enjoyable and beneficial activities from bird
watching and wildlife photography to pest control, seed dispersal, nutrient cycling and pollination, just
to name a few. It is important for there to be a rich and diverse range of habitats along the lakeshore in
order to ensure a healthy lake environment.
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Habitat observed on Malcolm Lake: 11 wetlands, 3 brush piles, 80 aquatic logs, 25 terrestrial logs,39
dead standing trees, 6 upland forest, and 80 overhanging vegetation. Ardoch Lake habitats included: 3
wetlands, 15 aquatic logs, 5 terrestrial logs, 11 dead standing trees, 5 upland forest and 12 overhanging
vegetation.
It is important to leave large trees that are dead and dying in place, if it is safe to do so. They provide
important habitat for a number of different wildlife species. In Ontario, more than 50 species of birds
and mammals depend on cavity trees for nesting, rearing young, roosting, feeding, storing food,
escaping predators and hibernating. Fallen logs on land provide habitat for small mammals such as
moles, woodpeckers, toads and insects. As the log decomposes, reptiles and amphibians lay their eggs
in the moist wood. A decaying log is also great habitat for beetles and ants that burrow under the bark
and lay eggs. In the water, logs provide important fish habitat by providing refuge for small fish and
spaces for ambush predators such as pike to conceal themselves. By leaving dead and decaying brush
and logs in place, you are helping contribute to a healthy and vibrant species community.
For full report See Appendices -LYL Malcolm Lake Shoreline Assessment Summary Report (July 2016)
and LYL Ardoch Lake Shoreline Assessment Summary Report (July 2016)
Issues related to shoreline have been identified through the Environmental Impact Study completed in
relation to the Ardoch Lake Condominium Project and specifically the heron rookery. As stated in the
report presented by Gordon Neilsen of Michalski Neilsen Associates Limited (August 21, 2014), the
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry management guidelines outline the responsibilities for
activities prohibited in minimum buffer zones. It states that: Activities that would necessitate the
removal or disturbance of trees or ground vegetation in the minimum buffer zone and in the colony
proper should be prohibited at all times. The vegetation should remain intact to serve as a deterrent to
man and predators. Trees in the buffer zone are also needed as nesting sites, should the colony increase
in size, and to shield existing nests from the elements.
The use of all-terrain vehicles and snowmobiles is prohibited since these activities create trails through
the vegetation making access to the colony easier, and they may also initiate erosion.
3.8
Environmentally Sensitive Areas
Wetlands - Wetlands provide many functions valuable to the ecosystem and lake landowners, including:
water purification, flood control, shoreline stabilization and storm protection, nursery areas for fish,
waterfowl, amphibians and other wildlife, and provide for recreation and tourism. Wetlands, which are
amongst the most biologically diverse of habitats, are an ecologically important part of the lake
ecosystem and must be protected. Bass, walleye, yellow perch, sunfish, crappies, pike and gar all use
wetlands at various stages in their lives, as spawning and nursery areas, to find food or hide from
predators.
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It would be beneficial for MNRF to map all wetlands within the watershed so that they can be
adequately protected.
Riparian buffers – Vegetated buffers along the shorelines of the lakes are a critical component of a
healthy ecosystem. Maintenance of a vegetated buffer on a developed lot is particularly important
because runoff from a typical cottage lot can include fertilizers, pesticides, seepage from septic systems,
bacteria from pet wastes, oil and gas from automobiles, ATVs, snowmobiles and boats with trailers on
driveways and nearby roads. Phosphorous is a naturally occurring nutrient, but runoff of phosphorous
from fertilized lawns or seepage from leaking septic systems often results in excessive growth of algae
and rooted aquatic plants. As plants die and decompose, oxygen that is needed by fish and other
organisms may be used up and, in severe cases, can result in fish kills. Soil runoff can bury spawning
beds and suffocate fish eggs and aquatic insects that provide valuable food for fish. The network of tree,
shrub, wildflower and grass roots along a vegetated shoreline filters pollutants, reduces runoff and
prevents erosion. The tree and shrub canopy provides shade and reduces water temperatures, thereby
protecting important fish habitat. Leaf litter, fallen pine needles and broken twigs capture rain and slow
runoff, allowing water to be absorbed into the ground, thus reducing flooding and erosion.
(Photo courtesy of Cathy Owen)
Steep Slopes – It is important to maintain vegetative cover on shoreline slopes to prevent erosion and
runoff of soil, fertilizers and other potential contaminants to the lakes. Clearing, road building and other
construction activities should be conducted in a manner to minimize removal of trees, shrubs and other
vegetation on slopes along the edge of the lake.
Heron Rookery – A great blue heron (Ardea herodias) rookery exists in the wetland on the eastern
shoreline of Ardoch Lake. The Environmental Impact Study for the proposed condominium development
on Ardoch Lake states that this nesting colony contains at least 40 nests. According to the EIS, counting
nests was difficult due to dense trees, which suggests that more nests may be present. In comments to
the Township of North Frontenac, regarding the proposed Ardoch Lake development, Mr. Gord Nielsen
reported that “The Ministry of Natural Resources’ Management Guidelines for the Protection of
Heronries in Ontario indicates that previous surveys found only 44 colonies with more than 50 active
nests throughout the entire province of Ontario, “and that these 44 colonies alone contained 37% of
the province’s total estimated population of great blue herons. Accordingly, the heronry within the
subject property is important not only at a local scale, but also at a provincial scale.”
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The Ministry of Natural Resources& Forestry recognizes the significance of heron rookeries and their
management guidelines call for maintenance of a 300 m buffer, within which “activities that would
necessitate the removal or disturbance of trees or ground vegetation in the minimum buffer zone and in
the colony proper should be prohibited at all times.”
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4.0
4.1
BIOLOGICAL FEATURES
Native Vegetation
The North Frontenac area lies in the Plant Hardiness Zone of 4b. (According to Agriculture & Agri-Food
Canada's Plant Hardiness Zones of Canada 2000 Map) This means that generally, the average lowest
temperatures are between -34 and -29 C. (Warmer zones have higher zone numbers and 4a is colder
than 4b)
Although 64% of North Frontenac Township is Crown land, this is not representative of Ardoch and
Malcolm Lakes. Ardoch Lake has no crown land touching its shores, and Malcolm Lake has only a very
small portion that being the islands and where the dam is located (less than 5 %). This means that most
of the lands around the two lakes have or can be developed and the vegetation altered.
The native vegetation around Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes is a mixture of mixed deciduous and
coniferous tree species, old field meadows, from abandoned farming, and a flooded swamp area, on the
south-east shore of Ardoch. Some selected logging has been done in the distant past in some areas, but
older white pines and cedars can be found nearer the lake shores where land ridges have prohibited
logging.
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“SPECIES AT RISK” TERMINOLOGY:
(From “Species At Risk” Act, Government of Canada (www.laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/S-15.3/page1.html#h-1)
Species at risk - means an extirpated, endangered or threatened species or a species of special concern.
Extirpated Species - means a wildlife species that no longer exists in the wild in Canada, but exists
elsewhere in the wild.
Extinction - no longer any living members of a particular species.
Species of Special Concern - means a wildlife species that may become a threatened or an endangered
species because of a combination of biological characteristics and identified threats.
Threatened Species - means a wildlife species that is likely to become an endangered species if nothing
is done to reverse the factors leading to its extirpation or extinction.
Endangered Species - means a wildlife species that is facing imminent extirpation or extinction.
Ground covers:
One can replace planted grass with native ground covers, which thrive in shady areas, where grass will
not. They are maintenance free and more drought-resistant than grass as well. Some good native
groundcovers would be:
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Bearberry (pinkish flowers in spring; red berries in summer)
Bloodroot (white flowers in spring)
Bunchberry (white flowers followed by red berries)
Canada Mayflower (white flowers in spring)
Foamflower (clusters of white flowers in spring)
Partridgeberry (evergreen with red berries)
Violets, including Canada, Northern White, Yellow or Common Blue
Wild Ginger (purple flowers in spring
Wild Strawberry (white flowers in late spring, edible berries in summer)
Wintergreen (aromatic evergreen leaves and red berries).
AVOID periwinkle, goutweed, lily-of-the-valley, as these are non-native and can become very invasive,
choking out smaller, less-aggressive native groundcovers.
Wildflowers and Ferns:
There are many native wildflowers and ferns that provide food for wildlife and natural beauty. Care
should be taken not to purchase commercial wildflower seed mixes, as many contain plants non-native
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to our area. Aster, Blue-Flag Iris, Canada Anemone, Cardinal Flower, Columbines and Trilliums, Jack-inthe-Pulpit are common native beauties. (See a more extensive list in Appendix-Plants). Native
wildflower plants are adapted for this climate and usually require the least care.
In the appendix list are common and uncommon native plants. Note the following for North Frontenac
Township:
Woodland Pinedrops (Pterospora andromedea)
SPECIES AT RISK
Houghton's Umbrella Sedge (Cyperus houghtonii)
THREATENED
Drooping Bluegrass
THREATENED
Purple-stemmed Cliff-brake (Pellaea atropurpurea)
THREATENED
Limestone Oak Fern (Gymnocarpium robertianum)
THREATENED
Ram's-head Lady's-slipper (Cypripedium arietinum)
THREATENED
Broad Beech Fern (Phegopteris hexagonoptera)
SPECIAL CONCERN
Pale-bellied Frost Lichen (Physconia subpallida)
ENDANGERED
Blunt-lobed Woodsia (fern) (Woodsia obtuse)
ENDANGERED
Shrubs and Small Trees:
Shrubs and small native trees are great for shoreline protection and privacy, but still allow light and
some sight lines, through to the lake. Some often found near shorelines are:
• Alternate-leaved Dogwood
• Blue-beech
• Hawthorn
• Pin Cherry
• Serviceberry
 White Cedar
 Staghorn Sumac
 Common Juniper
Some of these are fruit-bearing trees, which attract birds, such as Black Cherry, Chokecherry, Common
or Canadian Elder, Downy Serviceberry, Flowering Raspberry, Red-berried Elder, Red Osier Dogwood,
Staghorn Sumac and Pin Cherry.
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Large Trees:
The most common trees in Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes region are:
American Beech (Fagus grandifolia)
Balsam Fir (evergreen) (Abies balsamea)
Birch, either White or Yellow (Betula papyrifera or B. alleghaniensis)
Bitternut Hickory (Carya cordiformis)
Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)
Maple- Red, Silver, or Sugar (Acer rubrum, A. saccharinum, A. x freemanii or A. saccharum)
Oak, either Red or Bur (Quercus rubra or Q. macrocarpa)
Tamarack (Larix laricina)
White Pine (evergreen) (Pinus strobus)
White Spruce (evergreen) (Picea glauca)
White Cedar (evergreen) (Thuja occidentalis )
A more detailed list can be found in Appendix -Plants, with some less common trees noted, as well, that
are found in the area. Note the following native tree:
Butternut (Juglans cinerea)
4.2
ENDANGERED
Aquatic Plants
What They Are
Aquatic plants are those that may, under normal conditions, germinate and grow with at least its base in
the water (Fassett, 1966). Submerged aquatic plants grow for the most part underwater. Emergent
aquatic plants have leaves and flowers that float on the surface or protrude above the water’s surface.
Why They Are Important
Aquatic plants are an essential part of any lake ecosystem. By fixing energy from the sun through
photosynthesis and converting energy and nutrients to forms usable by other life forms, they provide
the basis of the aquatic food chain. In the process of photosynthesis, oxygen is also produced. Aquatic
plants provide critical habitat and food for many types of wildlife, including fish, waterfowl, shorebirds,
amphibians, mammals, and aquatic insects. Fish are dependent on aquatic plants for shade, shelter,
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food and spawning habitat. Vegetation also protects the bottom from currents and boat wakes that stir
up sediments, protect shorelines from waves, and soften water by removing lime and calcium.
Plant growth and distribution throughout the lakes is determined by such factors as water depth,
available light, lake bottom substrate, availability of nutrients (primarily phosphorous), wave action and
competition with other plants. Excessive plant growth, often caused by high levels of nutrients from
runoff or faulty septic systems, can be detrimental to the lake ecosystem and adversely affect
recreational uses. Thick patches of aquatic vegetation can interfere with boat motors and can make
fishing, canoeing and swimming difficult. As plants die and decompose, oxygen that is needed by fish
and other organisms may be used up and, in severe cases, can result in fish kills. Winter-kill may be a
problem in shallow lakes, as oxygen is depleted under the ice.
(Photo courtesy of Pat Jamieson)
Aquatic Plants in Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes:
Although a comprehensive list of aquatic plants occurring in Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes is not available,
the following plants are known to occur in one or both of the lakes.
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Large Leaf Pondweed (Potamogeton amplifolius)
Floating Leaf Pondweed (Potamogeton natans)
White waterlily (Nymphaea odorata)
Yellow Waterlily (Nuphar variegate)
Water Smartweed (Polygonum amphibium)
.Cattail
. Arrowhead
Aquatic Plant Mapping Project
2015 was the first year that our lakes participated in the Aquatic Plant Mapping procedures. The
mapping was successful for Malcolm Lake, but Ardoch Lake results were not available due to technical
difficulties with the computer download. With only one year of data, stating specific results for our lakes
is unreliable. We have enrolled for the 2016 year of data collection.
See Appendices – Malcolm Lake Aquatic Plant Map and OTF meeting Mar 2016 for Dr. Vermaire’s
Research
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4.3
Fish and Their Habitat
Background:
Malcolm Lake is a relatively shallow, productive mesotrophic lake with a maximum depth of 6.7 meters
(22 ft.), average depth of 2.2 meters (7.2 feet) and surface area of 207 hectares (512 acres). It has 12
islands of various sizes that create a relative large natural shoreline development, and it contains
several mid-lake rocky shoals and large areas of rooted aquatic vegetation.
Ardoch Lake is a smaller, fairly narrow, deeper lake with a maximum depth of 17.4 meters (57 feet),
average depth of 7.6 meters (24.9 feet) and surface area of 95.5 hectares (236 acres). It is upstream of
and connected directly to Malcolm Lake via a natural shallow channel about 800 meters long which
provides direct fish passage between the lakes. There is only one small island with insignificant added
shoreline, but the lake shoreline areas contain many sections of rocky cobble and rocky shelves
sufficient for fish spawning. The shoreline is relatively undisturbed.
Water clarity in Ardoch Lake is significantly greater than in Malcolm Lake, and its summertime surface
temperature is cooler. Both Lakes stratify in summertime and dissolved oxygen levels are significantly
reduced in the bottom layer, although the stratification in Malcolm Lake is quite small in area due to the
extent of its shallow profile. As should be expected, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources &
Forestry index of potential fish production in Malcolm Lake is about 3 times that of the colder, deeper,
less productive Ardoch Lake.
(Photo courtesy of David Byrd)
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Both lakes have identical fish species lists (see Appendix-Identify Your Catch for most common fish)
Smallmouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Walleye
Northern Pike
Yellow Perch
Pumpkinseed Sunfish
Rock Bass
White Sucker
Common Shiner
Northern Redbelly Dace (2006 test netting)*
Burbot (1979 test netting)*
* Current occurrence is questionable.
(Photos courtesy of Bob and Ina Watkins)
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Management History
The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) provided a brief history of their fisheries management
operations on Ardoch and Malcolm Lakes since the original lake surveys done in 1969. In Ardoch Lake,
that original survey produced six times more walleyes than smallmouth bass, the principal game
species. Rock bass, white suckers, and northern pike were also relatively abundant in the catch. In
1978, a 24-hour net survey yielded significantly fewer numbers of fish, but the species relationships
appeared about the same as 1969. That effort was the last targeting of Ardoch Lake by the MNR. In
2012, the volunteer Walleye Watch that observes activity on spawning shoals recorded 384 walleye
sightings over 7 nights, but documenting repeat individual walleye observations over successive days
was impossible.
MNR fishery management on Malcolm Lake has been more active. In mid-20th Century, walleye,
smallmouth bass and largemouth bass were stocked “heavily”. The original fisheries survey was
conducted in 1975. Walleye and rock bass were the most abundant species in the catch. Only one
yellow perch (now the most abundant species) was recorded. Again in 1985, walleye samples were the
most abundant in the MNR index sets, followed by smallmouth and largemouth bass and MNR followed
up in 1986 by stocking 19,000 walleye fingerlings. Large numbers of adult walleyes were observed in
spawning assessment surveys through the early 1990’s. That marked the end of active MNR fisheries
management activity on either lake.
Walleye shoal enhancement in 1980’s (Photo courtesy of Bob Watkins)
Since then, species composition has changed drastically. In 2002, the fall walleye index consisted of 80%
yellow perch and the remainder was primarily walleye and smallmouth bass. The perch population has
continued to grow with the relative decline of walleye; perch are currently extremely abundant with
slow growth. The Malcolm Ardoch Lakes Landowners’ Association (MALLA) has on three occasions
(1990, 2010, and 2012) distributed a considerable amount of rock (4-8 inches) upon several historic
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walleye spawning shoals (with MNRF supplied rock). Walleye spawning activity on these shoals is
monitored by Association volunteers. These observations have shown the shoals do support some
natural spawning activity, although counting success varies with ice out conditions, weather, and
unknown number of recounted fish. There is little indication that the lakes have supported a good year
class of walleyes in the last 15 years, let alone two or three good year classes to support a stable
sustainable population.
Unofficial observation of sport fishing activity over the years mirrors the index data. Malcolm and
Ardoch Lakes supported a relatively large and successful walleye fishery into the early 21st Century.
The activity was enhanced by large numbers of day trip fishermen using the public access ramp and
clients at the large trailer park on Malcolm Lake. With the relative decline of the walleye fishery, the
lakes have transitioned into a relatively successful smallmouth bass fishery. Total fishing activity has
declined with the closing of the trailer park and a reduced number of day people who target the fishing
of bass primarily. Winter walleye fishing occurs to a limited extent, but MNRF studies indicate winter
harvest is insignificant. Large shoals of common shiners are regularly observed and the overabundant
population of small yellow perch provides an ample food supply for game fish.
Walleye reproduction
As discussed elsewhere in this plan, walleye stocks have been historically important to the sport fishery
and to preserving balance to the fish community of Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes. Over the last decade,
the population has declined in the face of over-exploitation and lack of active management by resource
managers. This has led to the emergence of smallmouth bass as the most important sport fish species
and they have maintained a reasonably successful sport fishery. However, major interest remains in
rehabilitating the walleye stock in both lakes, and recent attempts to enhance spawning habitat, which
was not naturally abundant especially in Malcolm Lake, have shown to support, at least limited walleye
spawning activity. Small numbers of yearling walleyes were appearing in the sport fishery in 2015 for
the first time in many years. Unfortunately, that program has been terminated for the last 2 years at
least temporarily, despite its apparent success.
Walleyes are random spawners and scatter their eggs over gravel, stones, or rubble on the lake bottom
in early spring at the time of ice-out. Incubation is 12 – 18 days, depending on water temperature.
This process requires a combination of natural processes to be particularly successful in setting a good
year class. 1) While a variety of bottom substrate materials have been used by natural lake
populations of walleyes, river rock bottom material of 3 – 8 mm in water 40 – 100 cm deep is preferred.
Spawning beds of this type of material allow for penetration of eggs into the interstices of the rock
material for protection from predators and storm events. 2) Spawning beds located on open points or
shorelines are preferred to provide good water movement for insuring clean bed material and good
oxygenation of eggs, but strong wind storms occurring at this time can be detrimental to egg survival.
And 3) rapidly and steadily rising water temperatures are required following spawning to accelerate a
rapid hatch to limit egg mortality and to provide a good and growing plankton population as a food
source for the fry.
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As noted above, MALLA, in cooperation with MNRF, has recently provided for introduction of 4
spawning reefs of optimal type material. There remain several desirable locations for reef building.
Active spawning has been observed on these beds, and given good early spring weather conditions they
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should enhance walleye reproduction over time. It will be beneficial to continue the reef building
activity on other optimal shoreline sites in Malcolm Lake. Natural spawning reefs are limited but
available in Ardoch Lake, but future enhancement there would also be desirable.
In partnership with Watersheds Canada, MALLA was successful with a grant from Department of Oceans
and Fisheries for the enhancement of spawning beds on Ardoch Lake in 201 Approval of a permit from
MNRF is next step in the process. In addition, MALLA will continue to submit the appropriate MNRF
permits to maintain existing structures. We will continue to annually monitor spawning activity on the
existing spawning beds. These data are supportive of the increased numbers of walleye and hopefully
convince MNRF that our efforts in walleye enhancement needs their assistance and cooperation.
Management Plan
The current MNRF walleye management plan eliminates stocking walleye in bodies of water that
support natural reproduction. Ardoch and Malcolm Lakes inarguably do that, but on a very limited hit or
miss basis. MNRF support for supplying materials to create and expand walleye spawning shoals, a
program used to potentially good effect by MALLA, is also no longer available. Rather, for lakes that
support natural walleye reproduction, MNRF management plans focus on public awareness, increasingly
stringent regulation, encouraging shared responsibility with volunteers, and building partnerships with
constituent groups.
There are two options for the management of Ardoch/Malcolm Lakes sport fish in the future:
1) Basically maintain the status quo with primarily a smallmouth bass fishery while sustaining a
problematic walleye fishery based on good reproduction and strong year class on a hit or miss basis, and
2) Try to develop a relatively stable walleye fishery while maintaining a stable bass population as well.
No matter the management strategy, preservation of habitat and water quality is first and foremost.
4.4
Wildlife and Their Habitat
4.4.1 Wildlife Habitats
Many natural habitats occur around our lake shores to attract wildlife species. Some such habitats are
outlined in the Love-Your-Lake Shoreline Property Report. These include:
Cavity Trees- Large trees with hollow cavities are a vital source of food, shelter and safety for many
species. In Ontario, more than 50 species of birds and mammals depend on cavity trees for nesting,
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rearing young, roosting, feeding, storing food, escaping predators and hibernating. By retaining cavity
trees, you provide important habitat for wildlife.
Fallen Logs- These are essential habitat for small mammals, such as moles, certain woodpeckers, toads
and many insects. as the log rots, reptiles and amphibians lay their eggs in the moist wood. A decaying
log is also a habitat for beetles and ants that burrow under the bark or lay eggs.
Coniferous Forest- Conifer forests are comprised of pine, hemlock, cedar, and spruce offering habitat to
deer especially in winter. The canopy provides shelter, ease of movement and protection from
predators. The land surrounding the core area is usually mixed or deciduous forest.
Mast Producing Trees- Mast is fruit and seeds produced by maple, elm, and ash, and nuts from oak,
black walnut and beech. Mast is the primary fall and winter food for most forest wildlife species as they
build fat reserves for hibernation.
Vernal Pools- These temporary
wetlands formed in depressions by
rain and melting spring snow. Shortlived, they last anywhere from a few
days to a few months before drying
up. They are important breeding
habitats for amphibians because they
are free of predators.
Reptile Hibernacula- These sites are
often found in large forested areas
with rocky outcrops. Rocky habitats
provide nesting, den sites and cover for many species such as birds, amphibians, snakes, foxes, skunks,
squirrels and rabbits.
Brush Piles- These can be constructed from tree clearing or pruning by piling the brush on a stump, log
or boulder or along fencerows. These are habitats for hares, cottontail rabbits and others.
Dying Material- When it is safe to do so, leave deadfall to attract wildlife. The exception to this is dead
elm trees which should be removed because they can habitat for elm bark beetles, the carrier of Dutch
Elm disease.
4.4.2 Potential Threats to Wildlife and Their Habitats
According to World Wildlife Federation, global biodiversity is being lost faster than natural extinction
due to such factors as: changes in land use, climate changes, pollutants, impact from human activity and
invasive alien species. Scientists generally acknowledge that species dependent upon freshwater
ecosystems are the world's most endangered group of plants and animals.
Habitat loss poses the greatest threat to species. Habitats continue to disappear as humans make way
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for roads and housing. Municipal regulations need to be in
place and monitored with respect to land use planning and
environmental protection. Natural cover areas that buffer
adjacent lands are important for wildlife conservation.
The World Wildlife Federation reports that our planet is
warming faster than at any time in the past
10 000
years. With these changes species have to adapt to new
climate patterns (examples would be variations in rainfall, and longer, warmer summers). Climate
changes such as weather patterns disrupt habitats. Water level fluctuations disturb nesting areas and
homes of mammals such as beaver, muskrat, and otter. For example, in late fall as amphibians prepare
for winter hibernation, they burrow into the shallow sediments on the bottom. A reduction in the water
levels could leave them exposed to winter conditions. Global warming changes the species ranges and
the patterns for seasonal breeding. Some species migrate long distances and need resting spots. From
year to year they may expect to use the same area only to find that it has disappeared due to
development.
World Wildlife Federation scientists have
estimated that most species will have to
"move" faster than 1000 meters per year to
keep within the climate zone which they need
for survival. Many species will not be able to
redistribute themselves fast enough to keep
up. These species may become extinct.
The introduction of silt and other
contaminants to shorelines causes
disturbances to life in the littoral and riparian
zones. Many amphibians and reptile species,
especially turtles, seem to be in decline.
(Photo courtesy of Ruth Cooper)
Most reptiles and amphibians lay their eggs in the littoral zone, nest and hibernate along the shoreline
and riparian zone, and feed and nurse their young in the wetland areas. Removal of shoreline
vegetation or the buffer strip allows erosion of these soils into the water and disturbs habitats.
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Conflict between people and animals is one threat to
survival. With an increase in lake property owners,
natural habitats tend to shrink. Animals are
increasingly running into conflict over living space
and food. Black bears and raccoons seek out
compost and garbage, making themselves nuisances
to landowners.
HOW TO PREVENT CONFLICT WITH BEARS
To avoid habituating bears in your
area, follow these steps:
Make trash cans inaccessible; bring
them in at night or use a bear-resistant
lid or secure container. Enclose your
compost especially if it contains
kitchen scraps. Burying it won’t work as
bears will dig it up. Recycle wisely by
placing items in an enclosed bin. Keep
your BBQ grill clean from drippings and
away from the house when you are not
using it. Rethink your bird feeders; in
summer birds can usually find naturally
available foods.
Watercraft that disturbs nesting areas with noise and wake is a potential threat as well. Loons are
particularly sensitive to human activity during breeding and nesting. Increased boat traffic and watercentered recreation will have a negative impact on populations. Even outdoor lighting that spills into
natural habitat for local flora and fauna can be an issue for wildlife. Lack of awareness with respect to
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human impact on nature continues to be an issue. Stewardship actions which include an educational
component are needed.
Although human activity is responsible for much of the pollutants; other sources are also factors.
Physical pollutants to lakes include materials such as particles of solid that erode from the landscape.
The fine particles fill in the spaces between natural sand, gravel and stones, thereby changing the
sediments of the benthic (bottom) habitat to a finer grained silt and mud. This can cause bottomdwellers to be smothered.
Chemical pollutants bound to the particles are also incorporated into the sediments where they may be
buried or carried by water currents to other locations. Chemicals resulting from human activities that
increase the concentration of specific compounds above natural levels may cause pollution problems.
Too much of a plant nutrient may lead to excessive plant growth, while synthetic organic compounds
may cause physiological changes in aquatic organisms.
Mutations in fish have been linked to such
compounds. Plants and organisms that become
contaminated from these sources can pass the
contamination up the "food chain" as predators
consume them.
Another type of pollutant is heat. The over-clearing of shade trees along the shoreline may permit
sunlight to warm water above the normal temperature range thereby altering the habitat for organisms
within that ribbon of life zone.
Although living organisms are not generally thought of as pollutants, bacteria and plants that grow to
nuisance proportions can impact fresh water. Such problems arise when the plants die and decay, which
is when bacterial decomposition consumes oxygen needed for other aquatic organisms. An
overabundance of algae or other plants, provides decaying material and further reduces oxygen to
destroy habitat. Moreover, non-native plants and animals introduced as a result of human activity can
change the basic ecology of the lake to great detriment.
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The second biggest threat to biodiversity after habitat loss is invasive alien species. Invasive alien
species become predators, competitors, parasites, hybridizers and diseases to our native and
domesticated plants and animals. The impact on native ecosystems, habitats and species is severe and
often irreversible. Invasive alien species generally show common characteristics which make them
difficult to control and contain. These characteristics are:
* higher rates of reproduction; it has been established that one Purple Loosestrife plant can produce 3
million seeds.
* fewer natural predators; newly introduced often free of disease and predation; two major factors
that keep native plant and animal populations in balance
* an ability to survive in different environments; most invasive alien species are "generalists" meaning
they can survive in a variety of habitat types and climate regions.
Zebra Mussel
Quagga Mussel
Invasive alien species can be threats to wildlife and habitats. Control and management costs can be
significant. They:

Can negatively impact biodiversity

Can cause species extirpation and even extinction
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Can cause soil degradation and erosion
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Can cause disease
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Can cause animal suffering
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Can reduce land and water opportunities

Can reduce productivity in forestry, agricultural, and fishing sectors.
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4.4.3
Mammals
The most common mammals sighted in our lake area are: beaver, black bear, black squirrel, chipmunk,
coyote, fisher, fox, grey wolf, groundhog, lynx, mink, moose, muskrat, otter, porcupine, rabbit, red
squirrel, flying squirrel, small brown bat, skunk, vole, weasel, white- tail deer
Otter Family on Malcolm Lake
White-tail Deer (Photos courtesy of Don Martin)
Red Fox (Photo courtesy of Sylvia Whitten)
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4.4.4
Insects
Insects of Ontario (info from Toronto Entomologists' Association)
Insects are found in all types of environments though species diversity (not necessarily numbers) tends
to decrease as you go north. Some major groups of insects are:
Dragonflies and damselflies- Order Odonata- These insects are good indicators of healthy freshwater
habitats as they will disappear when water becomes polluted. Adults eat mosquitoes and other insects.
Mayflies-order Ephemeroptera- These are small insects that spend most of their lives in the water.
Adults emerge in great numbers but live only a day. Mayflies are an important food source for many
fish.
Grasshoppers, mantises and crickets-order Orthoptera- Many insects of this order produce sounds by
rubbing body parts together.
Bugs- order Hemiperta, suborder Homoptera- These are the true bugs; their lower lip is modified into a
sucking tube that the insect inserts into plant or animal tissue in order to feed. Aphids and plant
hoppers are bugs.
Butterflies and moths-order Lepidoptera- These are the familiar beautiful insects that we readily
welcome to our gardens. Besides being beautiful to look at they are important pollinators.
Beetles- order Coleoptera- This order includes the familiar June beetle, ladybird beetle and fireflies.
Beetles are also pollinators but play an extremely important role in the recycling of animal dung and
dead animals.
Flies-order Diptera- True flies have a single pair of wings; their hind wings are reduced to stalked knobs
called halteres that they use to keep stability while flying. Flies are important pollinators and also feed
on dead carcasses so that nutrients are recycled back into the environment.
Ants, wasps and bees-order Hymenoptera- We are all familiar with these insects and often consider
them to be a nuisance. However, they are very important pollinators of many of our agricultural plants
including apples, tomatoes, beans, peas, oilseed and fibre crops.
Canadian Gardening provides a list of their top ten insect pests. These are: aphids, birch leaf miner,
Colorado potato beetle, Crucifer flea beetle, gypsy moth, Japanese beetle, spider mite, Red lily leaf
beetle, scale insects and spruce budworm. Some of these are major pests in our area.
For landowners at Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes trying to enjoy the outdoors, the most noted pests have
been: blackflies in May and early June, mosquitoes, deer and horseflies for summer months. Some
information is provided about horse flies and deer flies to help people better understand the life cycle
and how to deal with them.
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These are bloodsucking insects that can be serious pests. Attack by a few of these flies can make
outdoor work and recreation miserable. The number of flies and the intensity of their attack vary from
year to year, with this year being reported as intense.
Female horse flies and deer flies are intermittent feeders. (Male flies feed on nectar and are of no
consequence as animal pests.) Females of the species are apparently attracted to such things as
movement, shiny surfaces, carbon dioxide, and warmth. Once on a host, they use their knife-like
mouthparts to slice the skin and feed upon the blood pool that is created. The irritation and swelling
usually disappears in a day or two unless secondary infections occur. Skin creams may help relieve pain.
Their painful bites generally elicit a response from the victim so the fly is forced to move to another host
with the potential of spreading animal and human disease.
The larvae of horse and deer fly species develop in the mud along wetlands. Some are aquatic and some
develop in relatively dry soil. Females lay 25 to 1000 eggs on vegetation that stand over water. The
larvae hatch from the eggs and fall to the ground or into the water where they feed upon decaying
organic matter or small organisms in the water. The larvae stage usually lasts one to three years,
depending upon the species. Mature larvae crawl to pupate and ultimately emerge as adults.
Deer flies are usually active for specific periods of time during the summer. When outside, if using
repellents caution should be considered as allergies can develop and age restrictions may apply. Light
coloured clothing and protective mesh outdoor wear may be of some value. These flies are particularly
attracted to the shiny water surface or the movement of swimmers. They like sunny areas so shady
spots may be better.
4.4.5 Birds
Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes are blessed with a largely natural shoreline with lots of trees still
surrounding the lakes. This provides a variety of habitats along their shores. The lakes are host to a large
number of bird species both on and off the water. Flat-water lake, marsh, reeds, hardwoods, mixed
forest, mature pines, brushy undergrowth all support birds which are specialized to that habitat. The
lakes have had over 60 species of birds observed during the last few years.
See Appendix –Birds for
lists
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Some birds live here year-round; others arrive in the spring and only stay while breeding and raising
offspring during the warmer months. Still others are seen in North Frontenac only during migration on
their way north to the boreal or tundra breeding grounds and then again in the late summer and fall as
they make their way south to USA, Central America and the Caribbean, or South America.
Birds are a certainly a joy to listen to in the spring after a long winter, but birds are very beneficial in
many other ways as well. Many of our summer birds are insectivores that feed on insects that cause
harm to crops or are seen as a cottage nuisance. Birds help pollinate plants, spread seeds, dispose of
carrion, and provide an indication of the general health of our immediate environment.
Common Loons have bred on Malcolm Lake in the last few years. To help maintain an environment
where Common Loons can breed here, boat wakes should be kept to a minimum during loon breeding
season. Loons
nest at the
water’s edge
or on floating
platforms and
boat wake can
have a serious
detrimental
effect on
breeding
success.
Another
major threat
is the use of
fireworks.
(Photo courtesy of Marlene Gray)
One of the most significant bird features of the lakes is the Great Blue Heron rookery near the southeast
end of Ardoch Lake. This provincially significant rookery houses over 40 heron nests. According to
“Management Guidelines For The Protection Of Heronries In Ontario”, Great Blue Herons can be
extremely susceptible to even minor disturbance during their breeding period, so it is important not to
disturb them during their breeding period, 15 March – 01 August.
Threats to bird survival:
 Habitat loss is the most serious threat affecting nesting and migration
 Pollution of water and soils, including oil and gas spills which destroy waterproofing of
water fowl
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 Predators such as house cats, raccoons,
 Hybridisation which damages gene stock eg. American Black Duck with the mallard has
caused a slow decline in the species
 Climate change where water temperatures and weather conditions have greater fluctuation
 Glass windows, communication towers, electric power lines, and wind farms
Wild turkeys in winter 2013 (Photo courtesy of Ina Watkins)
Chickadees at the feeder
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4.4.6 Reptiles and Amphibians
There may be other reptiles and amphibians in specific habitats, but the ones in the list below
have been sighted in recent years. Amphibians and reptiles tend to be wary creatures and will
avoid human contact, which makes it particularly sensitive to human intrusion, especially in
shoreline development areas.
Reptiles: Common Snapping Turtle, Midland Painted Turtle, Blanding's Turtle, Eastern Musk
Turtle, Northern Ribbon Snake, Black Rat Snake, Eastern Milksnake, Eastern Garter Snake,
Northern Water Snake, Smooth Green Snake, Northern Brown Snake, Five Lined Skink
http://www.ontarionature.org/protect/species/reptiles_and_amphibians/eastern_musk_turtle.phpTop:
Common Snapping Turtle, Midland Painted Turtle, Blanding’s Turtle, Eastern Musk Turtle
Below: Northern Ribbon Snake, Eastern Garter Snake, Northern Water Snake, Smooth Green Snake
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Five Lined Skink
Amphibians: American Toad, Northern Spring Peeper, Gray Tree Frog, Green Frog, Wood Frog,
Northern Leopard Frog, Pickerel Frog, Bull Frog, Red-spotted Newt, Northern Red-back
Salamander, Four-toed Salamander, Northern Two-lined Salamander, Spotted Salamander
American Toad
Green Frog
Red-spotted Newt
Northern Spring Peeper
American Bullfrog
Northern Leopard Frog
Northern Red-back
Pickerel Frog
Four-toed Salamander
Spotted Salamander
4.4.7 Species at Risk and of Special Concern
In this section, a short description will be provided for animals that may be at-risk, endangered or
threatened around our lakes and nearby. “Special Concern” means the species lives in the wild in
Ontario, is not endangered or threatened, but may become threatened or endangered due to a
combination of biological characteristics and identified threats. They are listed as “special concern” so
landowners will be watchful, report sightings, and where appropriate take steps to preserve.
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Mammals
Cougar
Although rare, cougars have been spotted near Malcolm Lake and Ardoch Lake in 2012 and again in
2013 in Fernleigh and Ompah areas. The cougar was on the Endangered species list in 2008. The cougar
is Canada's largest and most powerful wild cat. Males can reach up to two metres in length and weigh
up to 90 kilograms. Adult cougars have short fur that is brown or grayish (sometimes reddish) over most
of their body. They have a white chest and belly. The cougar has a long, black-tipped tail and black
markings on the ears and muzzle. Kittens have spotted coats until they are about six months old.
Cougars live in forests that have white-tailed deer because that is their number one food.
Little Brown Bat
The little brown bat is a flying mammal which eats its weight in insects. Because they are so useful,
Malcolm Ardoch Lakes Landowners’ Association started a bat house project in 2012 to add habitats
around the lakes. In 2014 these bats were put on the endangered species list. The bat population has
dropped by over 90%. Bats have become threatened by a disease known as white nose syndrome,
caused by a fungus. The fungus causes them to come out of hibernation too early; without insects for
their diet, starvation begins. Their body fat supplies are used up and they quickly die.
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Little brown bats have glossy brown fur and weigh 7-9 grams. Bats are 4-5 cm long and have a wingspan
of 25-27 cm. They feed mostly on insects at night-by late summer catching 1000 insects an hour while
they are preparing to hibernate. The female only gives birth to a single baby; in just three weeks the
baby is on its own.
Bats are nocturnal and during the day they roost in trees and buildings. Building and installing bat
houses can help bats find a suitable resting place during the summer months. Also, when caring for your
lawn use no pesticides, since they get into the bats’ system through their diet. In good conditions, little
brown bats can live as long as 34 years.
Insects of Special Concern
Monarch Butterfly
The Monarch butterfly is on the “concerned” list. For many years on the shores of Malcolm and Ardoch
Lakes you could find monarch caterpillars on the milkweed plants (the only source of food for these
butterflies). Ontario used to have the most milkweed of any of the provinces. Monarchs are
disappearing because milkweeds are being destroyed with herbicides. Farmers try to rid their crops of
milkweeds because it is toxic to many creatures. The long flight for hibernation is also too difficult for
many butterflies.
The female monarch butterfly puts her eggs on the underside of a milkweed leaf. In about 5 days, a
caterpillar (larva stage) hatches. For three weeks the caterpillar eats milkweed, then enters the pupa
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stage. Within two weeks, a beautiful butterfly emerges from the cocoon. The adult butterfly feeds off
nectar from flowers. By the way, butterflies taste their food with their feet.
Monarch butterflies live only 8-9 months if they hatch in early fall. They get ready for a long migration
(4500 km) to Mexico for a warm winter climate. They have the ability to glide on air currents which
allows them to travel great distances.
Bees
(Photo and info courtesy of Canadian Wildlife Federation)
Bees come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Canada has
approximately 800 species. About one-third of all human
food is prepared from plants that depend on animal
pollinators such as bees. Honeybees were introduced
from Europe almost 400 years ago; they are the most well
known pollinators, but native bees such as bumble bees
are actually more effective and more efficient pollinators.
Unlike the social honeybee, which lives in a colony and
shares the work, most of our native bees are solitary.
Each female prepares her own nest, provides food (nectar
and pollen) for the young, lays her eggs and cares for
them. Solitary bees do not have a colony to defend; they
tend to be less aggressive, stinging only if trapped or handled.
Bumble bees are the most social of our native bees. They form a temporary colony that starts with a
queen bee in spring and breaks up when winter comes. She produces workers, with males and young
queens. Bumble bees aggressively defend their nest if disturbed. Away from the nest, they are unlikely
to sting unless threatened.
With the great reduction in the bee population, food crops, garden plants and wilderness areas will be
affected. Pesticides known as “neonics” sprayed in agricultural areas have caused a significant decline of
pollinators.
You can help bees and other pollinators by providing a garden spot, even a patio garden, adapted for
their survival.
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Zebra Clubtail
(Photo courtesy of Natural Heritage &
Endangered Species Program)
The Zebra Clubtail is a dragonfly which generally inhabits flowing
waters, though it can be found at pools and lakes. The Township of
North Frontenac has this species posted on their website as an insect
of special concern in this area.
The name clubtail refers to a swelling section of its abdomen that resembles a club. The Zebra Clubtail is
a very striking insect with black and yellow patterning, and bright green eyes. The face is green with
black cross stripes on each side. The dark brown thorax has two large buff stripes on each side. The
black abdomen is marked with pale yellow rings. The three sets of powerful legs are jet black and lined
with spines which aid in catching small aerial insects which they feed upon. Zebra Clubtails perch
horizontally (like an airplane) on rocks, logs, vegetation or the ground.
Adult Zebra Clubtails range from 2 to 2.3 inches (52-59 mm) in length. Although male and females
appear similar in colour, the female is slighty larger with a reduced "club".
Zebra Clubtails inhabit medium-sized sandy-bottomed streams with some rapid moving water, but
generally slow to moderate flow.
Dragonfly and damselfly nymphs are unique in their mode of prey capture. They have a hinged labium
(lower lip) which can extend rapidly to secure their prey. The victim can then be moved back to the
manibles to be eaten. The wide variety of prey includes aquatic insects, small fish and tadpoles. While in
the nymph stage the dragonfly will molt up to ten times, growing each time. Although it is not known
how long it takes for the nymph to fully develop, it is estimated to be a year.
The final stage is the flying adult. The nymph usually emerges on the bank of streams (no more than
three feet above the water) during the middle of the day. During the first few hours the dragonfly is soft
and therefore very vulnerable to predators. To avoid predators, they often spend a week in nearby
woodland, maturing and feeding on flies and mosquitoes.
Zebra Clubtails breed in late summer, mid-July through August. The male patrols the stream, flying low
over the water searching for females. When found, they breed on shore usually in a wooded area. The
female returns to the water and dips her tails into the water many times as she zigzags across the
surface.
One of the biggest threats to Zebra Clubtails is water quality; pollution, salt from road run-off,
construction and erosion are culprits. The disruption of natural flooding by dams may also have a
negative impact. Extensive use of power boats and jet skis is a serious concern particularly during
breeding periods.
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Birds of Special Concern
Bald Eagle
(Photos and info courtesy of Ontario.ca)
The Bald Eagle is a wellknown bird of prey with a
bright white head, tail, and
neck, and a dark brown
body. Its massive beak is
bright yellow, as are its
powerful legs. Adults have
piercing very pale eyes.
Young eagles are mostly brown, variably speckled with white. Bald Eagles have a wingspan
of just over two meters. They soar on flattened wings. The cry of the Bald Eagle is a watery,
gurgling trill that does not sound like it suits the bird.
Bald Eagles nest in a variety of habitats and forest types, almost always near a lake or
river where they do most of their hunting. While fish are their main source of food, Bald
Eagles can easily catch prey up to the size of ducks, and frequently feed on dead animals,
including white-tailed deer. They usually nest in large pine or poplar trees. During the
winter, Bald Eagles sometimes congregate near open water in high deer population
areas.
Historically, the decline of the Bald Eagle was related to trophy hunting or being pests to
farmers. Present declines are due to continued development of shoreline habitats,
pollution and the use of pesticides.
Bobolink
(Photo and info
courtesy of
Ontario.ca)
The bobolink is a
medium-sized songbird
found in grasslands and
hayfields. In the summer breeding season, male Boblinks are black with white and yellow
collar. By late summer, males lose their breeding plumage and resemble the female’s tan
colour with black stripes.
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Historically, Bobolinks lived in the tall prairie grass or open meadows. With continued
clearing, Boblinks moved to hayfield and boreal forest areas. They build their small nests
on the ground in dense grasses. Both parents usually tend to the young, sometimes with
a third Bobolink helping.
Boblinks spend much of their time out of sight on the ground feeding on insects and
seeds. They seem to appear out of nowhere and can be spotted flying in the sky over top
of vegetation.
The Bobolink population has declined significantly over the years. Along their migration
route, they are considered a pest to farmers of grain crops. Mowing of hay during the
breeding season may inadvertently kill and disturb nesting adults, and destroy eggs and
nests. Cutting hay early in summer coincides with the time that young birds are in nests
and unable to fly. In addition, the quality of the nesting habitat has declined due to
modern hay production practices such as earlier maturing seed mixture and shorted crop
rotation cycles.
Eastern Whip-poor-will
This bird’s loud call sounds just like its name. You have to look carefully to see a whip-poor-will because
they are perfectly camouflaged. The male has gray and brown feathers with a white ring around its neck
and white patches on its tail. The female also has gray and brown feathers but no white markings. Both
male and female have long rounded tails and wings. Whip-poor-wills are nocturnal with most of their
activity at dawn and dusk when their vision is the best. In the daytime they sleep on the ground or in
low branches of trees near fields or open spaces.
Females lay one or two eggs in leaves on the ground. Both male and female take turns setting on the
eggs for 20 days. Whip-poor-will chicks hatch just before full moon. This gives parents extra light to
search for food.
Whip-poor-wills eat flying insects like moths, beetles, and mosquitoes by swooping down with their
mouth open and grab insects in mid-air.
The province reports that the whip-poor-will population has dropped by 30 % in the past ten years. One
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of the biggest threats is loss of habitat. Another reason may be its food source of insects has been
treated with pesticides.
Henslow's Sparrow
(Photo and info courtesy Ontario.ca)
Henslow's Sparrow was named by James Audubon in
honour of John Stevens Henslow, a botanist,
minister, good friend of Audubon, and teacher of
Charles Darwin.
Originally the distribution of the Henslow's Sparrow was concentrated in two areas: the central prairies
in the United States and the coastal marshes of the Atlantic Coast. As the forests were cut down, this
species moved into newly created grasslands. The Henslow's Sparrow has been identified as the highest
priority for grassland bird conservation in eastern and midwestern North America by Partners in Flight
(PIF)
This bird measures 4.3-5.1 inches (11-13 cm), with a wingspan of 7.9 inches (20 cm), and weighs 0.4-0.5
ounces (1015 grams).
It sings most actively at dawn and dusk, but sometimes sings all night. The Henslow's Sparrow takes
flight only with great reluctance, preferring to flee from threats by running through the grass. It is not
widely observed due to feeding on the ground for grasshoppers and beetles.
This sparrow prefers large, flat fields with no woody plants, and with tall, dense grass, a dense litter
layer and standing dead vegetation. It makes a nest (which looks like an open bowl) of loosely woven
dry grasses, placed in a layer of grass litter just off the ground. Two to five eggs are generally laid. They
appear glossy white, with speckles and blotches. When the chicks hatch, they have eyes closed and are
covered with brownish-gray down.
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The Great Blue Heron
(Photo courtesy of Marlene Gray)
The Great Blue Heron usually breeds in
colonies; the male adults return to the
colony site in March. Heronry sites are
usually difficult to reach in order to
protect eggs and chicks from predators.
Nests are re-used each year but
individuals choose different new mates
and nests. Females arrive in late March or
April. They lay 3 to 6 pale blue eggs
weighing (60-80 grams). There is only one
brood each year with an incubation of 27
days. The male takes a turn in the daytime
(about 10 hours) to sit on the eggs; the
female does the rest of the day and the night. Both parents feed the chicks. Parents have to eat four
times as much food when they are feeding their young. Reproduction is negatively affected by human
disturbances, particularly while nesting. It can lead to abandonment of the eggs and chicks.
The most common predators are: turkey vultures, ravens, crows, red-tailed hawk, black bears, raccoons,
bald eagles, great-horned owls and humans. The primary source of disturbance and breeding failures at
heronries is human activities, mostly through human recreation or habitat destruction.
The primary food items are: small fish, frogs, aquatic insects, rodents (like mice), reptiles and small
birds. Herons locate their food by sight and usually swallow it whole. They can choke on prey that is too
large. In order to catch food, a solitary heron stands in the water (about 50 cm deep), usually at dusk
and dawn.
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Reptiles of Special Concern
Five-Lined Skink (Photo courtesy of Ontario Wildlife Org)
The five-lined skink is a smooth, shiny scaled
lizard that is at-risk of disappearing from
Ontario. It can live up to 6 years. The main
reason they are disappearing is because of loss
of habitat due to land development. They
usually live in wooded, sandy or rocky areas, and
hibernate below the frost-line in winter. The
young skinks are blackish with five creamcoloured stripes and a bright blue tail. Adults
turn bronze with faded stripes and tail. They can
be 12-20 cm long.
To attract females, the jaw of the adult male
turns orange during breeding. Females lay 6-10
eggs in May or June. She guards the eggs until
they hatch in July or August. The skink feeds on insects and worms. Skinks have been
spotted on Malcolm Lake shoreline.
Gray Rat Snake (formerly called Black Rat Snake)
The gray rat snake has a life span of 25-30 years, but they are disappearing. Skunks and raccoons steal
snake eggs.
The gray rat snake has the record for being the longest snake in Canada (about 100 inches). A gray rat
snake’s skin does not stretch so they have to shed their skin to grow. Young snakes have blotchy marks
and darken with age. Adults become blackish with lighter chins.
If startled the gray rat snake will coil, hiss and vibrate its
tail. That is rather scary, but it is not venomous. The gray
rat snake kills mice and rats by squeezing with its body.
These snakes make their nests in cottagers’ compost piles
or wooded areas. Also, they love to climb trees. The gray
rat snake hibernates for all the cold winter weather. Many
snakes snuggle together in underground shelters.
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Milk Snake
This is a slender snake that can grow to a length of one metre. Its distinctive dorsal blotches are
usually red with black borders. The belly has a black and white checkerboard pattern.
The Milksnake can be found in rocky outcrops, fields, or edge of forests. It hibernates underground, in
rotting logs or foundations of old buildings.
Like all snakes in Ontario, except for the Massasauga rattlesnake, the Milksnake is not venemous. It
captures its prey, usually mice and small ground-nesting birds, with its mouth, and subdues them by
constriction. It hunts for prey at night and remains hidden in the daytime. If surprised or threatened, the
Milksnake takes an aggressive posture by raising its head in the air and vibrating its tail. It may attempt
to bite in defence, but only if attacked.
The Milksnake breeds in the spring. Females lay from three to 24 eggs, often in rotting logs, stups, or the
burrows of small mammals. The eggs hatch in 7 to 10 weeks, and the snakes mature in three to four
years.
Human persecution is a significant threat to the Milksnake. People kill it on sight, mistaking it for a
venemous Massasauga rattlesnake due to its colour and tendency to vibrate its tail when disturbed.
Many are killed by vehicles on roads. Habitat loss due to urbanization, road construction, and
conversion of natural areas further threatens the population.
Blanding’s Turtle
(Photo courtesy of Royal Museum of Ontario)
The bright yellow throat and jaw of the Blanding Turtle make it
easy to identify. It has a smooth, domed shape shell that looks
like a helmet. This medium -sized turtle prefers shallow wetlands
with abundant vegetation. It also spends considerable time
moving between wetlands, or searching for food or a mate.
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Adult turtles begin to reproduce when they are about 25 years old, so adult turtles are very important
to population maintenance. Nesting success is greatly reduced as a result of egg destruction by raccoons
and skunks, parasites from fly larvae, and summer weather that is too cool for hatching. Other threats
include road mortality, habitat destruction, and collection for pet trade.
Snapping Turtle
Ontario’s oldest, most pre-historic turtle makes its home
along our shores. Many live to the age of 70 years. The
upper shell (up to 47 cm) is tan or olive to black in colour,
coarsely serrated edge, and three ridges. Often it is
covered with algae. The snapping turtle has a long tail
with triangular spikes along the top. The lower shell is
very small. The snapping turtle is most often found in
slow-moving water with a soft mud or sand bottom and lots of vegetation. It hibernates in the mud on
the bottom of lakes, not too far from shore.
Once females are 17-19 years old, they begin to breed. In late May or June, they dig a nest in loose,
sandy soil usually along a road, embankment or shoreline. There will be 40 to 50 eggs which hatch in the
fall. The gender of the hatchlings is determined by the incubation temperature of the eggs.
Snapping turtles do not bask in the sun often. They do not swim well but simply walk on the bottom.
They are omnivores, feeding on aquatic plants, fish, frogs, snakes, small turtles, and aquatic birds. This
species plays an important role in keeping lakes and wetlands clean. About 90% of their diet consists of
dead animal and plant matter.
Otter and mink are predators of young adult turtles. The very small shell does not allow for the turtle to
withdraw into its shell for protection. On land, the turtle’s only defense is to snap repeatedly and scare
the enemy away. In water, it can swim away. Raccoons, foxes, and skunks often eat the turtle eggs
shortly after they are laid.
A late age of maturity and slow reproduction rate affect the decline in population. The biggest threats to
snapping turtles are road mortality, poaching and hunting. The Ontario Multi-Species Turtles at Risk
Recovery Team has strongly urged the Ontario government to remove the snapping turtle from the list
of game species in Ontario. Since the snapping turtle bio-accumulates many toxins from their
environment, it makes them unsafe to eat anyways.
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4.5
Invasive Species
An invasive plant is an alien species whose introduction or spread negatively impacts native biodiversity, the
economy and/or society, including human health. Second to habitat loss, invasive species have been identified by
the International Union for Conservation of Nature as the most significant threat to biodiversity.
www.ontarioinvasiveplants.ca/files/GMI_Booklet_spreads_2011_Final_web.pdf
(http://www.invadingspecies.com/)
The Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Associations (FOCA) states that:
An invasive species is an exotic, or alien, species that negatively affects the environment (native species
or an ecosystem), the economy, or society. Invasive plants tend to be hardy, fast at reproducing, and
have no natural predators in their adopted homes.
In North Frontenac, and in particular the Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes area there are several invasive, or
non-native, and aggressive plants, that can totally choke out and kill off native species, if left unchecked.
These are described below:
Giant Hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum): nonnative plant that is spreading across North America and
has now made its appearance in Ontario. It is huge, 2.54m (8 – 14ft) tall, with large, compound leaves (up to 1m
(3ft) across). It has a purple-flecked, hairy stem and
umbrella-shaped clusters of white flowers (up to 1.5m in
diameter). Giant Hogweed is member of the carrots,
dill, fennel, and Queen Anne’s lace (wild carrot) family. It
is very caustic if you touch its juices!
Invasive Phragmites (European Common Reed) is an invasive
plant causing damage to Ontario's biodiversity, wetlands and
beaches. Invasive Phragmites is a perennial grass that has been
damaging ecosystems in Ontario for decades. It is not clear how
it was transported to North America from its native home in
Eurasia. Invasive Phragmites is an aggressive plant that spreads
quickly and out-competes native species for water and
nutrients. It releases toxins from its roots into the soil to hinder
the growth of and kill surrounding plants. It prefers areas of
standing water; its roots can grow to extreme lengths, allowing
it to survive in relatively dry areas.
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Purple loosestrife (Lythrum sallicaria) Purple loosestrife is a
wetland plant native to Europe and Asia that was brought to North
America the early 19th century. This highly invasive plant was likely
introduced when its seeds were included in soil used as ballast in
European sailing ships and discarded in North America. The plant
was also spread by early settlers and is still used in flower gardens
and occasionally sold in nurseries today.
Since it was brought to North America, purple loosestrife has
become a serious invader of wetlands, roadsides and disturbed areas. The plant forms dense stands with
thick mats of roots that can extend over vast areas. The stands reduce nutrients and space for native
plants and degrade habitat for wildlife. Each plant can grow as many as 30 flowering stems that can
produce up to 2.7 million seeds each year. The tiny seeds are easily spread by water, wind, wildlife and
humans.
Norway Maple (Acer platanoides): is a tree from Europe. It has the largest leaves of all the maples and
its dense, shady canopy will cut out the sun from any other type of maple seedlings trying to grow
beneath it. It is a prolific producer of maple seeds and can take over a forest stand, if left.
* Poison Ivy (Toxivodendron radicans): is a poisonous North American and Asian flowering plant
that is well known for causing an itching, irritating, and sometimes painful rash in most people who
touch it, caused by urushiol, a clear liquid compound in the sap of the plant. Urushiol, however, is not a
defensive measure; it helps the plant to retain water. It is variable in its appearance and habit, and
despite its common name it is not a true ivy (Hedera). T. radicans is commonly eaten by many animals,
and the seeds are consumed by birds, but poison ivy is most often thought of as an unwelcome weed.
* Although poison ivy is not invasive, it is highly toxic and widespread in our area.
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Photo courtesy Ruth Cooper
There are numerous subspecies and/or varieties of T. radicans,which can be found growing in any of the
following forms, all have woody stems:

as a trailing vine that is 10–25 centimetres (3.9–9.8 in) tall
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as a shrub up to 1.2 metres (3 ft 11 in) tall
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as a climbing vine that grows on trees or some other support
The deciduous leaves of T. radicans are trifoliate with three almond-shaped leaflets. Leaf color ranges
from light green (usually the younger leaves) and dark green (mature leaves), turning bright red in fall;
though other sources say leaves are reddish when expanding, turn green through maturity, then turns
back to red, orange, or yellow in the fall. The leaflets of mature leaves are somewhat shiny. The leaflets
are 3–12 cm (1.2–4.7 in) long, rarely up to 30 cm (12 in). Each leaflet has a few or no teeth along its
edge, and the leaf surface is smooth. Leaflet clusters are alternate on the vine, and the plant has no
thorns. Vines growing on the trunk of a tree become firmly attached through numerous aerial rootlets.
The vines develop adventitious roots, or the plant can spread from rhizomes or root crowns. The milky
sap of poison ivy darkens after exposure to the air.
T. radicans spreads either vegetatively or sexually. It is dioecious; flowering occurs from May to July. The
yellowish- or greenish-white flowers are typically inconspicuous and are located in clusters up to 8 cm
(3.1 in) above the leaves. The berry-like fruit, a drupe, mature by August to November with a grayishwhite colour. Fruits are a favorite winter food of some birds and other animals. Seeds are spread mainly
by animals and remain viable after passing through the digestive tract.
The following four characteristics are sufficient to identify poison ivy in most situations: (a) clusters of
three leaflets, (b) alternate leaf arrangement, (c) lack of thorns, and (d) each group of three leaflets
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grows on its own stem, which connects to the main vine.
Various mnemonic rhymes describe the characteristic appearance of poison ivy:
"Leaflets three; let it be" is the best known and most useful cautionary rhyme. It applies to poison
oak, as well as to poison ivy, but other, non-harmful plants have similar leaves.
"Hairy vine, no friend of mine."
"Berries white, run in fright" and "Berries white, danger in sight."
The Issue of Invasive Species
Non-native species introduction into Ontario freshwater systems has become a major environmental
issue over the last decade. Both aquatic plants and animals have been introduced in numerous locations
and they tend to come with very negative environmental consequences. They may provide competition
for food or habitat and thus reduce or displace native species, or they may negatively affect the habitat
and/or water quality.
Zebra and quagga mussels, the spiny water flea, and the round goby are examples of species that have
been introduced into the Great Lakes in bilge water of cargo vessels from Europe and have had great
economic and biological impact on ecosystems. All these animals have now been recorded in many
Ontario lakes and are introduced in two ways. They can be introduced by boaters transporting their
boats from the Great Lakes or other affected inland lakes, or fishermen dumping minnow buckets
containing eggs and larvae at the end of a fishing trip.
Currently, Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes are not supporting viable populations of invasive aquatic animals.
Since most potential introductions come from the boating and fishing public, especially those who
frequent other lakes, a visible education (signage) program should be initiated at the boat landing,
stressing the importance of maintaining clean hulls, dry bilges, and non-dumping of excess bait and bait
bucket contents. Residents should be vigilant in maintaining awareness of this issue by guests and
visitors at the boat landing and elsewhere.
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5.0
5.1
TOURISM
Recreation
Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes provide the opportunity for various recreational activities. Twelve families
have permanent residences on Malcolm and there are no permanent residences on Ardoch Lake at the
time of writing. Therefore, most recreational activities are seasonal in nature: happen in summer, on
holidays or weekends.
In summer, swimming happens at individual properties as there is no public beach. The township
sponsors swimming lessons for two week sessions (daily) with the location being north of Plevna at Sand
Lake. Several families have taken advantage of these lessons through the years.
Boating has become a much more social activity with the increase of several pontoon boats to the lake.
Others use their boats to go fishing on either Malcolm or Ardoch Lake. Fewer fishing boats are noted
since the close of the trailer park in 2011. A more leisurely approach is the use of paddleboats, sailboats,
canoes and kayaks. Each of these has seen an increase this decade. Speedboats for skiers, wakeboards
and tubes are increased on long weekends. Ardoch Lake's size naturally restricts these activities. Even
Malcolm Lake tends to be too small for this type of activity as it interferes with other shoreline
activities.
Richard and Carolyn Waclawik (Photo courtesy of Waclawik Family)
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(Photo courtesy of Ruth and John Cooper) See Appendix- Boating Card
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Family barbeques, picnics by the water, reading a good book, and lounging on the beach or deck suit
many of the cottagers. Some enjoy nature trips for bird-watching or plant identification; for others, nonworking gives a time to play cards or board games, paint landscapes or make creative crafts. Anglers
from the lake and community try their hand at fishing; smallmouth bass, largemouth bass and walleye
are the most common catches. Recreation for some is a time to visit their cottage neighbours and catch
up on the news while sharing a meal and a drink, or two.
North Frontenac Township has
created a Dark Sky viewing area which
is a public space with amenities,
including parking, washrooms,
electrical service and a concrete pad,
where anyone can setup their
telescope and enjoy the dark skies.
See Appendix- Star Gazing Events
2016; and North Frontenac Dark Sky
Preserve brochure
North Frontenac has one of the darkest skies in southern Canada, providing an excellent view of the
night sky and the Milky Way.
In winter some take the opportunity to ice fish, mostly on Malcolm Lake or trout lakes through the
township. Snow conditions often prevent travel to or on Ardoch Lake. Some use snowmobiles for day
time trips; trails are groomed in North Frontenac and tend to be well maintained. Travel on groomed
trails requires a permit so avid snowmobilers are usually the only ones participating. In the past decade
four- wheelers have been popular for winter travel on lakes or through the countryside. To improve the
four- wheelers capabilities in tough snow conditions, owners can add tracks.
(Photos courtesy of Don Martin)
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Winter fishing from their ice huts – Dan Weber and Roy Burgess
When lake conditions are right, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, or skating are possible. Maintaining a
cleared spot on the lake to skate can be regular activity in its self. An alternative is the township rink in
Plevna which is usually available end of December through March.
Malcolm Ardoch Lakes
Landowners' Association
sponsors several social
activities where property
owners are invited to meet
others on the lakes and have
some fun, too. At the Annual
General Meeting (AGM)
usually held the second
Saturday in June, there are
organized sessions of an
informative nature pertaining
to enhancement and
maintenance of the lakes,
news from the township about changes of which property owners should know. MALLA social
activities for the year are announced. These may include: barbeques, Boat Flotilla, Fishing Derby/ Fish
Fry, nature sessions, Winter Family Day, Dark Skies viewing sessions, fundraising events.
(Photo
courtesy Sheryl Weber)
For a more complete list of recreational activities, there is a yearly guide published by the combined
townships of North Frontenac and Central Frontenac. Most clubs, community services and artisans have
provided their location, hours of operation, schedule of events and contact information.
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(Photo courtesy Ruth and John Cooper)
5.2
Services
Basic services provided through agencies are: hydro, telephone, internet, television, fire and rescue,
OPP, ambulance, air ambulance, waste disposal, septic inspections.
HYDRO: Most property owners have Hydro One provide their electrical services. The rules for new
installations depend upon your location on the lake; whether there is already service to the site, if it will
be underwater cable or overhead wires, and other individual details. Some in the area have chosen off
the grid service. The Hydro One maintainers travel from Tweed Office for repair service; head office is
Markham. When phoning for a power outage, you will need the hydro outage number, your account
number, and your 911 address. Keep all this information on site and readily available as it may be dark
when you really need it.
In the early 2000’s there was a large cutback in staff at the Tweed Station. As a result of cutbacks more
effort was put into preventative measures such as tree trimming and spraying under hydro lines and
towers. Electrical storms continue to pose challenges to the power supply; many permanent and some
seasonal residents have generators.
TELEPHONE: Bell Canada wires continue to provide the service lines in the area; however, residents
have numerous options for long distance service. In recent years many property owners have turned to
cell phones. With the installation in 2013 of a Bell Tower at the end of Malcolm Lake, many more cell
phone users have been noted. After testing out the reliability of the cell service for the past year several
households no longer have a landline, only cell phones.
INTERNET: There are three types of internet service #1 is satellite with a dish; #2 is DSL which comes
over the phone line; and #3 is a cell phone hub device.
#1) Options for satellite providers are limited to a few companies.
#2) DSL service is limited to 7 km from a fibre optic hub. There are two hubs in the township: one
located at Fernleigh and the other in Plevna. This service is deemed to be the best at this time as it is the
cheapest and relatively high speed.
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#3) The cell phone device is a product of Bell hub. At this point Rogers has not invested in this part of
the township despite township requests. Telus has partnered with the Bell tower system so their service
is also available in our area. The internet cell service is fast but also expensive.
TELEVISION: The CRTC are trying to remove the free channels from TV antennas and force rural people
to use satellite service. Cable TV infrastructure is too expensive for a rural area and is not a viable
option.
FIRE AND EMERGENCY: The Township of North Frontenac has a number of services to access in case
of emergencies. The Township continues to upgrade their services to the public; of particular concern is
the great increase in the volume of residents in the summer months. Being aware of the services and
how to access them should be studied in advance.
The first responsibility lies with the property owner to have a road that is accessible to emergency
vehicles. The property access road must be at least 6 metres wide to allow fire and service trucks
through. Also, it must be sufficiently maintained- free of trees and snow or other obstructions.
In an emergency call 9-1-1 and the appropriate services will be notified.
Fire: There are four fire halls in North Frontenac. The nearest one to Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes is
located at 6648 Road 506 on the way to Plevna. Fire fighters are volunteers from the immediate area.
They are also trained to respond to emergency medical situations until the paramedics arrive.
Medical: Frontenac Paramedic Services operate eight ambulance stations and headquarters to serve
nearly 200 000 people. One station in North Frontenac is located at Roberstville at 15405 Road 509. This
location is deemed to be central to the northern area as the vehicle can quickly reach Ardoch Road if the
incident is on the west side of the township where our lakes are.
Defibrillators: A number of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are located throughout the
township. This is not such a reliable service as the buildings where they are contained are not always
open to the public BUT they do have the potential for saving lives. Presently, there are AEDs at the
Township Office, and the community halls in the various communities. Our nearest one would be
Township, Plevna.
Helipad: Should the medical emergency be severe, there is air ambulance service out of the Helipad
site at 5816 Road 506. The Township owns, operates and maintains two emergency helipads that can
service emergency air transport should circumstances require immediate hospital attention.
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Ontario Provincial Police: The closest detachments are Sharbot Lake and Kaladar and officers from
either of these locations may respond. At this time there is controversy over the budget requirements
that the Township must expend in order to have reasonable OPP service.
Waste Disposal Sites: While the Ardoch site is closed, the closest one for property owners in this area
is located north of Plevna on the Buckshot Road. It has all the recycling possibilities available. For a
detailed list of materials to be recycled go to the North Frontenac Township website. Compost bins are
also sold at the Township Office. Composting is encouraged in each household to reduce the amount of
waste that goes into landfills but also to convert the material to a useful product for gardening and
landscaping.
See Appendix- Waste Management Brochure
Septic System Re-inspections: The township of North Frontenac entered into a voluntary septic reinspection program in partnership with Mississippi Rideau Septic System Office in 2005 with a
preliminary program of 30 properties inspected. Since then the goal has been to complete 100 voluntary
inspections each year.
A properly functioning sewage system is an integral part of a healthy shoreline environment. Improperly
maintained systems can be a significant contributor of nutrient and bacteriological contamination into
our lakes. The key to proper maintenance and operation of an on-site sewage system is education. The
Septic Re-inspection Program is aimed at achieving a better understanding of system function, owner
intervention and preventative measures. The costly implications of poor maintenance are significant to
the owner and to the community.
According to the Septic Inspection Officer, the percentage of the lake population that gets letter
depends on the size of the lake and the age of the systems. On larger lakes they generally focus on one
end or another to make the program more efficient. The Program focuses on properties that either do
not have sewage system permit information or have a sewage system that is 10 years or older. It is their
experience that the operation of a system is related to how well it is maintained and not necessarily
age.
For the 2014 year, the mail outs were very late in the season-last week of August. Since a high
percentage of owners are seasonal only, re-inspection numbers were low. To correct this
communication problem packages will be scheduled to go out in early to mid-May.
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In 2014 it was the first year for re-inspections on Malcolm Lake; ten properties were inspected. For
Ardoch Lake no properties have been inspected by the MRS Office. For this service contact the township
office or a municipal councilor.
Most properties have a septic tank and conventional leaching field (trench bed or filter media if installed
mid 1980’s to present). Many properties have an outhouse (privy) as a backup if power is out or the
water system is off. On Malcolm Lake five properties had no concerns at the time of the inspection;
five other properties required remedial work. The definition of “remedial work” is: “At the time of the
inspection operational and/or maintenance issues were identified, but generally do not require a permit
to remedy.” See Appendix- Rural Septic System Checklist and Septic Smart! Understanding Your
Home’s Septic System Resource Booklet
See the Table 6 below for examples of common issues. In the 2014 season report for the area these
were noted. Some systems had more than one issue. Full report available @ www.malla.ca
TABLE 6
Pump Out
11
Concrete Corrosion
12
Greywater concern
2
Baffles require maintenance (broken/roots)
10
Privy concern
6
Vegetation (Trees within leaching bed/tank area)
1
Effluent level high or low
3
High level alarm recommended
2
Total
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2015 Sewage System Re-inspection Program Report for Township of North Frontenac
Prepared by Eric Kohlsmith (Mississippi Rideau Septic System Office)
Types of Septic Systems
Inspections for
Inspections for Ardoch Lake
Malcolm Lake
Class 1: Earth pit, vault, pail/portable
5
0
privies/composting toilets
Class 2: Greywater
1
0
Class 3: Cesspools
0
0
Class 4: Septic tank & leaching bed
10
0
Class 5: Holding tank
0
0
Results of Inspections
No concerns
Remedial work
Malcolm Lake
6
4
Ardoch Lake
Not applicable
Not applicable
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6.0
6.1
NATURAL RESOURCES
Forest Resources
This region lies within the Mississippi Valley Watershed and the St. Lawrence Forest Region. Since Crown
Land is limited to five islands in the middle of Malcolm Lake, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
has no option for commercial logging. Private landowners may log their properties if they so wish or by
contracting to a harvesting company. Schonauer Brothers Logging (since 1980) is one such company
still in the Ardoch area.
Many landowners practice limited selective logging for their domestic fuel use. Families with sufficient
acreage may cut firewood for sale in addition to their own use. When landowners are choosing trees by
themselves in the absence of trained tree markers, they need to be cognizant of the wood volume being
removed. If it is significant removal (more than 5% of a stand) it should be considered for marking prior
to harvest. Tree cutting along the lakeshore must comply with the Township by-laws. See North
Frontenac Zoning By-Laws Section 4.22.
The historical perspective is presented extensively in the History of The Lakes-Lumbering section. Peak
logging activity was between 1901 and 1921; Lorne McDonald of Ardoch took the last river drive down
the Mississippi in 1921. The harvesting of hardwood in volume did not start until the advent of portable
mills.
The tree cover for Malcolm Lake tends to be lawn and shore variety. The exception is the west end of
the lake where over 80 acres of mixed forest exists. Ardoch Lake has more extensive forest coverage
with one property approximately 100 acres and others along the Schonauer Road have sections of
forested land.
Trees in this area are predominantly cedar, white pine, hemlock, balsam fir, white spruce, sugar maple,
red pine, tamarack and some white birch.
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Around Malcolm Lake there are sufficient sugar maple trees for several families to produce maple syrup
each year. Although most families produce only enough for family use, the Weber and Watkins families
sell syrup locally.
6.2
Mining
Little is reported about mining in the Clarendon-Miller Township and none specific to Malcolm /Ardoch
Lakes. There was a brief entry written by C. A. Armstrong in his book Away Back in Clarendon-Miller
(1976).
A mining product from the area was exhibited at the Centennial Exhibition in Chicago in 1893 which
celebrated the four hundredth anniversary of the discovery of America by Columbus. The exhibition
featured developments in the field of electricity and structural steel and the Province of Ontario's
exhibits included a block of mineral used in the production of steel. This was a piece of molybdenite the
size of a milk pail taken from the mine on Lot 5 N.E.R. Miller-Playfair Corner community.
The mineral rights on this lot were sold to a syndicate around the end of the 1800's. The type of activity
was not known except that three miners operated the mine during World War I. They drilled shallow
holes with hand drills and blasted them out with dynamite and then handpicked the mineral which was
in pockets- not disseminated throughout the rock.
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Jack Weber at Boerth Gold Mine (Photo courtesy of Sheryl Weber)
The most important mine in the area, based on expenditures and development, was the Boerth Gold
Mine on the west side of the Frontenac Road immediately south of Swamp Creek. A tunnel was cut into
the side of the hill, a shaft was sunk and stopes were cut underground. A complete mining plant was
installed to operate a gold mine. Production was inadequate to pay operating costs and the mine folded
in 1904. This was followed by the usual rumours of highgrading and a gold brick being found in a
woodpile. Several years later the mine was sold to Jas. Warner of Smiths Falls who broke up the
machinery and sold the scrap.
One of the geologists from a large mining company had studied the reports on the area and found that,
while there were numerous deposits of commercial grade ore containing gold, silver and molybdenite,
these deposits were too small and too widely disseminated to be of commercial value.
Under the Mining Act of Ontario, “The System of Free Entry”, individuals and mining companies had the
right to crown owned minerals from the surface of the claims downwards. Three rights came with free
entry:
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

Right of entry and access on the majority of land in Ontario (normal trespass laws do not apply)
Right to locate and record a claim without consulting land users;
Right to acquire a mining license with no discretion on the part of the Crown.
These rights were challenged in the courts and led to some changes. Private property must now be
respected by licensed prospectors; they can no longer stake claim or work on private property without
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permission from the owner of the land. The idea of Surface Rights was changed after the residents of
Tay Valley took the mining company all the way to Ontario Superior Court. The area around Malcolm
and Ardoch Lakes is not zoned for mineral extraction. Therefore, it is not an issue at this time. Also,
aggregate resources are now protected from development by Provincial legislation. They believe
gravel is a non- renewable resource and needs to be protected.
As recently as 2007 Frontenac Ventures Corporation attempted to open a new mine in North Frontenac.
It was a privately owned uranium mining and exploration company which staked a vast sweep of land in
Clarendon-Miller Township for uranium exploration. Members of the Shabot -Obaadjiwan and Ardoch
First Nations, along with non-native cottage owners and an array of concerned citizens, barricaded the
entrance to the Roberstville site. Protest issues ranged from the unceded land to concerns about taking
uranium out of the ground, and defensive car bomb testing being done on the land for the military.
On October 12, 2007 the protesters left the blockade after Frontenac Ventures agreed to a mediation
process with representatives of the First Nations groups along with representatives of the Canadian and
Ontario governments. President of Frontenac Ventures, George White, agreed to stay off the land until
mediation was completed.
After a year and a half of protests, some aboriginals struck an agreement with the mining company and
the Ontario government to allow exploratory drilling. On Dec.1, 2008 representatives appeared in
Superior Court, Kingston to finalize the details of the deal. This deal making did not sit well with Bob
Lovelace who went to jail during this period to exemplify the First Nations’ stand and that property
rights of all Ontario residents were being threatened by archaic mining laws. It is believed that the
time has lapsed for the staking rights of Frontenac Ventures project.
Presently, the Provincial Policy and the Mining Act both protect mining interests.
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7.0
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
North Frontenac Township has over 200 pristine lakes, many forested areas, an abundance of wildlife
and the darkest skies in southern Canada for observing the Milk Way. These features make the township
attractive to waterfront buyers. Waterfront property values continue to grow relative to other rural
lands. With a finite number of lakes, waterfront property is under increased pressure to be developed
which will provide a larger tax base to the township. Of huge concern to property owners is the
maintenance of environmental lake capacity. Prior to development the Municipality needs to have a
plan that considers all the factors that affect future sustainability of the lake.
North Frontenac is faced with the issue of providing services to an aging population. Property tax
revenue is the source of funding for services; with seasonal residents making up about 72% (in 2011) of
the population, the township must pay attention to this sector. According to the North Frontenac and
Central Frontenac Recreation Guide (2015) “the tranquility and outdoor sports is what most residents
and visitors love about the area.”
Waterfront property owners of Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes in the 2013 survey identified these key
values: peace and tranquility; protection of the lake for future generations; precaution in the nature and
degree of development around lakes; respect for the rights of property owners; and environmentally
friendly lifestyle; and participation, collaboration and shared responsibility. Residents, both seasonal
and permanent, must assume shared responsibility with the township to achieve their expectations of
waterfront life.
Unlike many of the other township lakes, Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes have little provincially owned
Crown Land: Ardoch (0%) and Malcolm has (less than 5%) the five islands and the site where the dam is
located. North Frontenac Township controls development through its Official Plan and Township Bylaws.
7.1
Lake Capacity
Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Association defines lake capacity as: the maximum allowable
development that can occur on the shorelines of a lake without impairing water quality. What this
definition does not state is the distance beyond the shoreline that is impacted- referred to as second
tier or backlot development. The MOE states that environmental work completed within 300 metres of
a lake must be considered under MOE requirements; thus backlot or second tier development will have
considerable impact on lake capacity as well.
In the MOE presentation by Victor Castro, to NF Township on June 30, 2016 he referred to the present
model of determining lake capacity as outlined in the Lakeshore Capacity Assessment Handbook (2010)
produced by FOCA. This model uses only the Total Phosphorus and dissolved oxygen data to make the
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determination. Mr. Castro was clear that this model only works within 20 % accuracy range. Also, many
lakes will not model properly using this formula. When questioned about the other factors that
contribute to lake capacity, he noted that input from the public wants consideration given to areas such
as lighting, density, noise and recreation such as boating. With additional information provided since
2010, the Handbook is being revised and updated to include other factors; however, it will not be
available this year.
FOCA states that the model was not intended for application to the following lakes:
1) Off-Shield lakes; 2) The Great Lakes 3) Shallow lakes 4) Tea-stained lakes (where dissolved
organic carbon is greater than 10mg/ L -mostly northern lakes 5) Small lakes (with a surface area
less than 25 hectares).
Within this document our concept of lake capacity is measured by multiple factors such as
water quality, recreation, impacts to fish and wildlife and social impacts. It is this expanded
definition that we propose NF Township utilize when determining lake capacity within its
jurisdiction. As a beginning, lake capacity determination should consider: [total shoreline in
metres minus (developed areas) minus (wetlands) minus (Crown Lands) minus (sloped
shorelines where construction would be questionable)] divided by (minimum water frontage)
and then also consider recreational and environmental factors such as those listed below.
With respect to residential development these factors need to be considered with respect to
the determination of lake capacity:
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Minimum lot size
Minimum water frontage
Back lot designs
Shoreline setbacks
Seasonal /permanent
Location and size of shoreline structures
Water quality
Public access points to water
Loss of vegetation at shoreline
Boating and docks
Road access
Drinking water supply
Sewage disposal
Archaeological resources
Resource management
Impact on community service
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Fish habitat
Wildlife impact
Capacity for future development
Pollutants associated with residential development
Some jurisdictions, such as the Township of Sequin, have defined recreational carrying capacity in their
OP and have provided guidelines for measuring such. Their definition is: Recreational carrying capacity is
an estimate of the number of users that can be accommodated on the surface of the lake while
maintaining the recreational amenity of the waterbody. For this reason, estimates of recreational
carrying capacity shall be based upon the size of the lake. In order to minimize the impact of
development, the Municipality may impose limitations on the size of docks, public access to the lake or
seek voluntary restrictions on the power of boats using the lake.
No carrying capacity formula is right for every lake. The size of the lake, the demand for various
activities and the condition of the lake must be considered when setting realistic goals and standards.
One factor to consider is the ecological or aesthetic value of the lake. For example, the carrying capacity
on a fishing lake, would have a lower capacity than a lake used primarily for boating.
Sequin guidelines for the calculation of recreational capacity are based on the following formula: i) Net
surface area is calculated by reducing the total surface area within 30 metres of shoreline. ii) A density
of one residential unit for every 1.6 hectares lake surface area and one tourist accommodation unit for
every .8 hectares of net surface area will be permitted. iii) Distinct bays having connections to a larger
portion of the waterbody less than 60 metres wide shall be considered as a separate waterbody for the
purposes of the carrying capacity.
7.2
Pollutants Associated with Residential Development
Human activities have a large impact on the natural environment. Wildlife reproductive success and
habitat choice are influenced by factors such as noise, lighting, boating and contaminant from septic
systems. Be a considerate landowner at the lake by making respectful choices.
Noise: Reduce noise from fireworks and parties as these disturb wildlife and the peace and tranquility
that many landowners value.
Lighting: Help keep the sky full of stars; reduce bulb wattage for floodlights. Use motion detectors
and/or direct lighting downward. Check that your lighting is not a disturbance to your neighbours or
others on the lake. Excessive lighting affects wildlife by changing foraging, mating, hibernation and
migration.
Use of Boats: Most boat operators are familiar with boat safety and etiquette but are less familiar
with the impact of boat wakes. Boats moving through the water create waves- "wake". The larger the
wake the greater the potential for increased erosion, disturbed sediments, and drowning the nests and
young loons. People impacts include danger to swimmers, other boaters, and damage to docks or
moored boats. For a more extensive explanation go to:
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http://foca.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Watching_Your_Wake_for_use_by_other_lakes.pdf
(Diagram courtesy of Pike Lake Association)
The Federation of Ontario Cottage Association provided the following tips for “How You can be Wake
Wise”.
1. Beware of the size of your wake during displacement, transition and planing speeds.
2. Position your passengers through-out the boat in order to reduce the time spent in transition speed.
3. Look behind you to see and understand the impact of your wake on shorelines, docks or other
structures. Adjust your speed and direction to minimize the impact.
4. Respect the shoreline zone. Reduce your speed to less than 10 km/h within 30 metres of any shore
including the narrow channels between islands.
5. Water-ski, tube, and wake-board well away from all shorelines. Try to make use of the entire length
of the lake.
6. Consider the size of the wake produced when purchasing a new boat. (*Some activities are not
appropriate due to the size of Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes)
Septic: The most serious pollutant for our lakes is the improper functioning of a septic system. All
owners should have their septic systems inspected regularly; recommended every 3 years for yearround residents and every 5 years for seasonal sites. Be mindful that leaching from septic poses greater
health risks as water temperatures rise due to climate change. Contact Mississippi Rideau Septic (MRS)
to participate in the voluntary re-inspection program. See the Health Unit resource booklet -Septic
Smart! Understanding Your Home’s Septic System
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7.3
The Official Plan
The Malcolm Ardoch Lakes Association sub-watershed is in Clarendon and Miller- district of North
Frontenac Township. The current Official Plan (OP) for North Frontenac was approved in 2003; in the
summer of 2016 a draft of the new OP was posted for public input and followed-up with public
meetings. Guided by the Provincial Policy Statement and public input, the OP is a legal document
providing objectives and policies that describe how land can be used and how the character of the
water bodies will be protected. Zoning by-laws set out specific requirements that include minimum
setbacks from water, lot coverage and maximum building height. The Official Plan is established to guide
the growth and development of the Township while having regard for relevant social, economic and
environmental matters.
The Provincial Policy Statement (2014) places a greater emphasis on the protection of surface water.
Under Section 2.2 Water, the Provincial Policy Statement requires planning authorities to: protect,
improve or restore the quality and quantity of water. Under section 2.2.1 (g), this includes ensuring
considerations of environmental lake capacity, where applicable.
In keeping with the Provincial Statement requirements, section 4.10.1 of the NF-OP states: It is the
intent of this Plan to ensure conservation and preservation of water resources. For the purpose of this
Plan, Lake Development Areas shall generally include all lands extending 150 metres (500 feet) from the
ordinary high water mark of any lake, river, or waterway. The policies of this section of the Plan are
intended to govern development within 150 m (500 feet) of these water bodies and islands with the
intent to protect water quality, shoreline amenities and natural habitat areas ...It is Council’s intent that
the water quality of all water bodies within the Municipality will be maintained at their present level or
enhanced. Any new development must be considered in light of its effect of the impacts on the
environmental quality of any lake or river.
The Official Plan sets out the requirements for any development in this specified section, but also
outlines a number of principles focused upon protecting and maintaining environmental attributes,
aesthetic qualities and character of the waterfront areas. These guiding principles are fundamental to
the beliefs and values expressed by MALLA members and we look forward to seeing evidence that the
Township is upholding them.
“The following principles will apply to growth and development within the waterfront designation:
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)
v)
vi)
The waterfront area of the Township is an important resource, which will be protected;
The integrity of the natural environment, landscape, shorelines and water quality will be
protected;
Natural and cultural heritage, and habitat will be preserved;
The aesthetic qualities and scenic features of a waterfront area will be preserved;
The character of the waterfront will be maintained;
The traditional mix of uses in the waterfront will continue;
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vii)
viii)
Development on the land and at the shoreline will be compatible with abutting uses and the
surrounding area and where possible will enhance and protect those qualities that
contribute to the area’s character;
Development will not have a negative impact on the municipal fiscal situation;”
In the 2016 draft of the OP, the Township has introduced “Lake Development Area Concept” which aims
to guide development of lands around its lakes in an environmentally sustainable manner. If
implemented, this “conservation design” approach is intended to achieve a balance among land, water,
vegetation, wildlife and human activity. These particular points described in section 4.10.1F s are valued
by our lake association: 1) consideration of “yield” 2) a conservation inventory prior to development 3)
consider permanent rather than seasonal occupancy 4) water access points to conserve shoreline 5)
cluster design if backlot development is requested 6) consideration of the many factors which impact
lake capacity such as wildlife habitats and wetlands as described below.
With respect to the Lake Plan wildlife habitat is an important aspect. The Endangered Species Act (2007)
is designed to protect the habitat of endangered or threatened species and to provide for the protection
and recovery of Ontario’s species at risk and their habitats. The NF-OP has given such protection: “No
development or site alteration shall be permitted within the significant habitat of endangered or
threatened species. Development and site alterations shall not be permitted on adjacent lands of
endangered or threatened species unless it has been demonstrated through the preparation of an
impact assessment as required in Section 4.2.12.F –Environmental Impact Assessment of this Plan, that
there will be no negative impacts on the natural features or on the ecological functions. This is of
particular concern for the protection of the well- established heron rookery on Ardoch Lake and for the
continued efforts to enhance walleye spawning beds in both Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes.
Should any wetlands be defined, “no development shall be permitted that does not otherwise comply
with Ontario Regulation 319/09, with respect to development interference with wetlands and
alterations and watercourses, as administered by the Conservation Authority” Section 4.24(f). In the
case of Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes, the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority is the administrative
body.
The Lake Development Plans section of the draft OP is very encouraging to lake associations. The North
Frontenac Lakes Alliance Association should provide input into decisions made for lakes in this
Municipality. Lake Plans developed by Lake Associations have invested many hours into research and
data collection; they have the potential to contribute significant data for decision-making at the
Municipal level.
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7.4
North Frontenac Zoning By-Laws
LEGEND:
RW (AQUA GREEN) WATERFRONT RESIDENTIAL
H (DARK PINK) HAMLET ZONE
TC (GOLD) TOURIST COMMERCIAL
MI (YELLOW) LIGHT INDUSTRY
MX (RED STRIPED) MNERAL EXTRACTION
EP (LT GREY) ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
----(dotted line) INFLUENCE AREA
WMF (red dot) WASTE MNGMT FACILITY
MR (TURQUOISE) MINING
R (PALE YELLOW) RURAL
LSR (WHITE) RURAL & LIMITED DEVICE RURAL
EP-1 (DK GREY) OPRGANIC SOILS
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Waterfront/Residential
North Frontenac
North Frontenac
Proposed By-law
Central Frontenac Bylaw
.6 ha (1.48ac)
1 ha (2.47 ac)
By-law 2003
Lot Sizes
Lot area (minimum)
0.4 ha (0.98ac)
Lot frontage (minimum
shoreline)
45m (147.6 ft)
61 (200 ft)
91 m (298.5ft)
Lot frontage (road)
45 m (147.6 ft)
61 (200 ft)
46 m (150.9 ft)
Lot coverage (main
building)
15%
15%
15%
Lot coverage (accessory
buildings/uses)
5% (max 140 sq m)
5% (max 140 sq m)
2%
Shoreline setback main
building
30 m (20 m for lots of record
as of July22/04
30 m (98.4 ft)
30 m (98.4 ft)
Front Yard (backlot)
7 m (22.9 ft)
7 m (22.9 ft)
7 m(22.9 ft)
Rear yard main building
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
7.5 m (24.6 ft)
Side yard main building
3m ( 9.84 ft)
3m (9.84 ft)
3m (9.84 ft)
Shoreline setback
20 m (65.6ft)
30 m (98.4 ft)
30 m (98.4ft)
Gazebo/viewing
platform
1 m from shoreline
1 m from shoreline
SETBACKS-MAIN
BUILDING
SETBACKS-ACCESORY
USES
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Docks max structure
2.4 * 10 m
2.4 * 10 m
Septic System
30 m (98.4 ft)
30 m (98.4 m)
7.5
Land Use and Development
A unique feature in the Municipality of North Frontenac is the large amount of provincially owned
Crown Land that surrounds many of the lakes in the area. For instance, Crotch Lake, immediately east of
Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes, has approximately 98% of waterfront that is Crown Land, and Kashwakamak
Lake, just southwest, has roughly 35% Crown Land fronting the lake. The benefit of Crown Land is that it
buffers the impact of shoreline development by reducing the overall density of development around the
lake. Unlike neighbouring lakes, Malcolm and Ardoch do not have significant quantities of Crown Land
along their shorelines. All Crown Lands on Malcolm are islands and Ardoch has no Crown Lands. This is a
significant factor when calculating lake capacity.
Waterfront land on Ardoch and Malcolm Lakes is used primarily for residential purposes, with both
permanent and seasonal dwellings comprising the majority of shoreline structures. The Township of
North Frontenac Zoning By-Law No. 15-04 sets out provisions for new waterfront development and
ensures minimum setbacks from the lake are obeyed. Responsible land use on Ardoch and Malcolm
Lakes is important for the overall health and sustainability of the lakes.
To this end, the Township should enlist an independent consultant to obtain Environmental Impact
Study data prior to making decisions about multi-lot shoreline developments and to determine the lake
capacity for smaller lakes in the township.
The report by Gord Neilsen (August 21, 2014) pointed out some considerations for land development:
1) The occupancy rates for dwellings, if higher than seasonal, would significantly increase
phosphorous levels.
2) Existing cottage owners may take the opportunity to convert their cottage to year-round
residences, or existing lots may be developed, or lots severed for estate planning. Each of these
situations contributes to lake capacity.
3) Overland run-off associated with development, impacts on lake phosphorous concentrations.
4) Of high priority to land use development is the ability of the landowners to monitor and
maintain septic systems such that they are always working properly. Given that the township
does not have mandatory septic inspection, responsibilities lie entirely with the owners.
5) Decisions made with respect to Ardoch Lake have the potential to impact water quality on
Malcolm Lake as well.
6) The scale of development for shorelines has an impact on the aesthetic and recreational
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qualities of a lake. In particular, there is potential to have a negative impact on the fish
community depending upon the level of development.
7) With respect to land use and residential development, planning authorities need to consider
factors such as: building envelopes, leaching bed locations, driveway locations, docking
envelopes, and shoreline access points.
In addition, we would add: 8) Second-tier or backlot development for small lakes with shoreline
perimeters of less than 8 kilometres be restricted.
With respect to backlots causing density of the proposed development on Ardoch Lake, Mr. Neilsen
pointed out in his presentation that it is extremely unusual for an application to be advanced which
would see an increase of 25% or more in the number of residential units on a lake, let alone the
approximate 400% increase in the number of dwellings as a result of backlots.
In 2009 lot inventories on Ardoch and Malcolm Lakes were conducted to determine the current state of
land use around the lakes and to assess the proximity of existing waterfront structures to the shoreline.
The current provisions within the North Frontenac Zoning By-Law No. 15-04 (draft 2011) state that the
“minimum setback from the shoreline for a habitable structure (dwelling), a non-residential building or
on-site sewage disposal system shall be 30 m (98.4 ft.) for all water bodies,” excluding marine facilities.
The lot inventories on Ardoch Lake indicated that only one property contained a main building structure
within 15 meters of the shoreline, while 3 structures were identified between 15 and 30 meters from
the shoreline, and one property had a farm located more than 1 kilometer from the waterfront.
Altogether, of the 20 assessed lakefront properties, 7 lots contain main building structures. A summary
of the lot inventories taken on Ardoch Lake is presented in Table 7.1: Development Status of Property on
Ardoch Lake.
able 7.1: Development Status of Property on Ardoch Lake (2009)
Development Status of Property
Number of Properties
Structure Beyond 30 m from Shoreline
2
Structure Between 15 m and 30 m of Shoreline
3
Structure within 15 m of Shoreline
1
Multiple Structures on Property
0
Vacant Property
13
Farmland
1
Total Properties
20
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On Malcolm Lake, the lot inventories determined that approximately 10 properties contained main
building structures within 15 meters of the shoreline, while the majority of structures (42) were found
to be between 15 and 30 meters from the shoreline. Beyond 30 meters, 22 structures were identified,
plus one property identified as farmland located more than 400 meters from the lakefront. Overall, the
inventory accounts for 75 lakefront lots, of a total 107 assessed properties, which have main building
structures. A summary of the lot inventories taken on Malcolm Lake are presented in Table 7.2:
Development Status of Property on Malcolm Lake.
Table 7.2: Development Status of Property on Malcolm Lake (2009)
Development Status of Property
Number of Properties
Structure Beyond 30 m from Shoreline
22
Structure Between 15 m and 30 m of Shoreline
42
Structure within 15 m of Shoreline
10
Multiple Structures on Property
0
Vacant Property
32
Farmland
1
Total Properties
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Data were updated through the Love-You-Lake Shoreline Assessment in 2015.
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8.0
IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE
Environment Canada records indicate that in eastern and southern Ontario, most climate change has
occurred in winter, with present average winter temperatures about 1.5°C higher than they were 50
years ago. Summer temperatures are approximately 0.5 to 0.7°C higher, while spring temperatures have
increased by roughly 1°C. Conversely, autumn temperatures exhibit no trends.
Evaporation is increasing in the Great Lakes region at a rate of about 6% per 1°C rise in temperature,
which means future annual evaporation rates will likely continue to increase as air temperature rises.
Transpiration rates (evaporation through plant tissues), linked to air temperature and the length of the
growing season, will also likely increase. These forecasts imply that future soil moisture levels, water
levels and river discharge could decrease during snow-free seasons. In fact, low summer flows are
already now occurring three times as frequently as they were 40 years ago. Lower summer stream flows
will reduce flushing rates and waste assimilation capacity and will increase the risk for low dissolved
oxygen levels in rivers and lakes.
In the Mississippi watershed area, rainfall has been increasing at a rate of 1-3% per decade since 1970
and climate models suggest that this rate will continue to increase, likely becoming 10-20% higher than
present by the year 2050. Although rainfall is expected to continue to increase, it will most likely be in
the form of more intense, heavy rainfall events, meaning the occurrence of events will be fewer and
further between, but greater in magnitude, and conditions between events will be drier. Higher
intensity precipitation events such as these will have negative impacts on the watershed by increasing
nutrient loading to the river system, and increasing the occurrence of shoreline erosion and regional
flooding.
Warmer winters have meant greater winter discharge because increased snow melt is occurring during
winter months. This has resulted in less snowmelt for the spring freshet, which now occurs earlier than
before, causing water levels to decline earlier in the year and remain low more frequently throughout
the entire summer. Since 2009 MALLA has recorded the weeks of ice in/ice out for Malcolm Lake to look
for trends. (Data provided by Ron Higgins)
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Climate change will have a noticeable effect, in particular, on the fisheries of the Mississippi watershed
as it is located at the southern range for cold water species such as lake trout and within the northern
limit for warm water species such as bass. Even a small increase in water temperature can cause very
significant (15 times or more) shifts in recruitment success of warm water fish species and similar
declines in cold water fish species. Higher temperatures will favor the growth rates of mature warm
water fish, while, at the same time, having detrimental effects on the growth rates of mature cool
walleye and cold water guilds. In addition, as water flow and discharge patterns in the Mississippi
watershed evolve, disturbances at critical periods in the growth cycle of many fish species, caused by
water level fluctuations in lakes, will negatively impact recruitment. In fact, reports show that
recruitment rates in lakes studied within the watershed are already shifting and that these changes will
continue.
Overall, climate model reservoir simulations suggest that average annual stream flow will decrease by
10% between the base period of 1972-2003 and the future period of 2070-2099. Stream flows in the fall
and winter months will increase by approximately 74% and 70%, respectively, but they will decrease by
43% in the spring and 66% in the summer. Greater stream flows in the fall and winter will result in
greater flood risks during these seasons with the probability of increased shoreline erosion and less ice
generation. According to projections, minimum summer flows will persist 28% longer and will decrease
by about 44%. Sixty years from now, spring freshets are expected to occur 6-7 weeks earlier than
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present and peak stream flow will be roughly 33% lower. The reservoir system on the Mississippi River,
developed close to a century ago, uses historic runoff characteristics of the watershed and the storage
of spring snowmelt to supplement stream flow during summer low-flow periods. Projected shifts in
future runoff patterns will increase the length of time in which stream flows may require augmentation,
exceeding the capacity of the Mississippi reservoir system and ultimately resulting in lower water levels
throughout the watershed.
The impacts of climate change will be both positive and negative. Longer summer seasons will provide
extended enjoyment of swimming and outdoor activities such as camping, but lower water levels may
impact boating and water clarity. Another concern is that pathogens, such as E. coli and Giardia lamblia,
will multiply faster in warmer water making the lake less suitable for recreation. Also, shorter winters
will reduce cold-weather activities like ice fishing, as winter fisheries and safe ice conditions will become
more limited. Fortunately, some of these climate change impacts may be reduced through adaptation
and integrated planning. Continued awareness and community coordination at a local level will help in
achieving long-term goals for mitigating the costs and impacts associated with an evolving watershed.
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APPENDICES
Bird Species Checklist
The following checklist is for all of North Frontenac County. It lists most breeding birds and many
transient species seen only during migration. It has been assembled from several resources but is
not a complete list of all of the birds you might see in North Frontenac. In the Confirmed Breeding
column letters indicate the following with regard to the species breeding in North Frontenac:
-
“X” => breeding confirmed (Atlas of the Breeding Bird of Ontario, first edition)
“pr” => breeding probable
“ps” => breeding possible
blank column => species does not breed in North Frontenac
The breeding status is taken from the Atlas of the Breeding Bird of Ontario, first edition.
Species
Canada Goose
Wood Duck
American Black Duck
Mallard
Redhead
White-winged Scoter
Long-tailed Duck
Hooded Merganser
Common Merganser
Ruffed Grouse
Common Loon
Pied-billed Grebe
Double-crested Cormorant
American Bittern
Least Bittern
Green Heron
Great Blue Heron
Turkey Vulture
Osprey
Northern Harrier
Sharp-shinned Hawk
Cooper’s hawk
Northern Goshawk
Confirmed
Breeding
Observed @
M&A Lakes
Notes
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pr
X
X
pr
X
X
X
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pr
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ps
ps
ps
X
X
X
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pr
ps
ps
ps
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Bald Eagle
Red-shouldered Hawk
Broad-winged Hawk
Red-tailed Hawk
Virginia Rail
Sora
Common Gallinule
Killdeer
Rock Pigeon
Spotted Sandpiper
Common Snipe
American Woodcock
Bonaparte’s Gull
Ring-billed Gull
Herring Gull
Mourning Dove
Black-billed Cuckoo
Eastern Screech Owl
Great Horned Owl
Barred Owl
Northern Saw-whet Owl
Common Nighthawk
Eastern Whip-poor-will
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Belted Kingfisher
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
Downy Woodpecker
Hairy Woodpecker
Northern Flicker
Pileated Woodpecker
Olive-sided Flycatcher
Eastern Wood-Peewee
Alder Flycatcher
Least Flycatcher
Eastern Phoebe
Great Crested Flycatcher
Eastern Kingbird
Blue-headed Vireo
Warbling Vireo
Philadelphia Vireo
Red-eyed Vireo
Blue Jay
American Crow
Common Raven
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ps
X
pr
pr
ps
ps

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X
X
pr
pr
pr
X
pr
pr
ps
pr
ps
ps
pr
ps







X
X
pr
X
X
X
X
ps
pr
pr
pr

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

Sept 7, 2015
BJM
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X

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pr
X
ps
ps
ps

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X
pr
pr
pr

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
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Purple Martin
Tree Swallow
Bank Swallow
Cliff Swallow
Barn Swallow
Black-capped Chickadee
Red-breasted Nuthatch
White-breasted Nuthatch
Brown Creeper
House Wren
Winter Wren
Golden-crowned Kinglet
Ruby-crowned Kinglet
Eastern Bluebird
Veery
Swainson’s Thrush
Hermit Thrush
Wood Thrush
American Robin
Gray Catbird
Brown Thrasher
European Starling
Cedar Waxwing
Nashville Warbler
Yellow Warbler
Blackburnian Warbler
Chestnut-sided Warbler
Magnolia Warbler
Black-throated Blue Warbler
Pine Warbler
Black-and-white Warbler
American Redstart
Ovenbird
Northern Waterthrush
Mourning Warbler
Common Yellowthroat
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Canada Warbler
Scarlet Tanager
Eastern Towhee
Chipping Sparrow
Field Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Lincoln’s Sparrow
ps
X
X
ps
X
X
X
pr
X
ps
pr
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ps
ps
pr
ps
X
ps
X
pr
ps
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X
pr
X
pr
ps
pr
ps
ps
pr
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X
pr
pr
ps
ps





X
ps
X


ps
X
pr
pr
X
ps
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Swamp Sparrow
White-throated Sparrow
Dark-eyed Junco
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
Indigo Bunting
Bobolink
Red-winged Blackbird
Common Grackle
Brown-headed Cowbird
Baltimore Oriole
Purple Finch
Red Crossbill
White-winged Crossbill
American Goldfinch
Evening Grosbeak
House Sparrow
Wild turkeys
pr
X
X



X
X


pr
pr
ps
pr
X
pr
ps
ps
pr
ps

X
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Plants
Within the charts plants are sorted by species to be identified within the Malcolm and Ardoch Lakes
watershed by MALA members. The Lake Plan requests on-going input from those in the
Malcolm/Ardoch area to make the species list (plants and animals) for the sub-watershed, wetlands,
and forests more complete.
Key To Tables:
Family Common and or scientific name; Name Common name; Key Type of sighting
(P - Photo of sighting; S - Sighting, with positive identification)
Comments Additional descriptive information - varieties, other names, or
Status (Special Concern; Threatened; and Endangered)
Spotter Initials of observers.
FAMILY
Berries
Fragaria vesca
Bushes
Rosa acicularis
Ferns
Onoclea
sensibilig
Lichens
(eg. RJC -
Ruth and/or John Cooper;
NAME
Purple Flowering
Raspberry
Red Elderberry
Swamp Dewberry
Wild Highbush Blueberry
Wild Raspberry
Wild Strawberry
Winterberry
KEY
S
Wild Rose
Steeplebush
Bellflower
Bishop’s Cap
Blunt-Lobed Woodsia
Bracken Fern
Broad Beech Fern
Common Polypody Fern
Crested Shield Fern
Limestone Oak Fern
Purple-stemmed
Cliffbrake
Royal Fern
Sensitive Fern
P
Pale-Bellied Frost Lichen
other observers to be added.)
COMMENTS
SP
S
SPOTTER
CO
RJC
RJC
aka ‘Black Alder’
CO
ENDANGERED
SP
SPECIAL CONCERN
RJC
Wood Fern
THREATENED
THREATENED
SP
CO
ENDANGERED
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FAMILY
Wildflowers (native)
Vicia cracca
Rublbeckia hirta
sanguinaria canadinis
Sisyrinchium montanum
Aster nemoralis
Sparganiaceae
Anemone Canadensis
Maianthemum
canadense
Cirsium arvense
Lobelia cardinalis
Viola sororia
Ranunculus acrio
Typha lalifolia
Asclepias syriaca
Verbascum thapsus
Plantago majol
Hypericum perforatum
Echium valgure
Campanula
rapuneuloides
Hemerocallis fulva
Dicentra cucullaria
Oenothera biennis
Nu=auabtgenyn
racenisya
Tiarella cordifolia
Nymphaea odorata
Hypochaeria radicate
NAME
Bird Vetch
Black-eyed Susan
Bladder Campion
Bloodroot
Blue-eyed Grass
Bog Aster
Bur Reed
Bushy Aster
Canada Anemone
Canada Mayflower
Canadian Thistle
Cardinal Flower
Climbing Bittersweet
Common Blue Violet
Common Buttercup
Common Cattail
Common Milkweed
Common Mullein
Common Plantain
Common St. John’s Wort
Common Vipers Bugloss
Coreopsis
Creeping Bellflower
Day Lily (orange)
Drooping Bluegrass
Dutchman’s Breeches
Evening Primrose
False Solomon’s Seal
Fireweed
Foamflower
Fragrant Water Lily
Fringed Polygala
Hairy Cat's ear
Hairy Vetch
Aster cordifolius
Heart- leaved aster
equisetaceae
Horsetail
Houghton’s Umbrella
Sedge
Goldenrod
Solidago canadensis
KEY
COMMENTS
SPOTTER
P
CO
SP
SP
P
S
P
CO
RJC
CO
CO
CO
S
SP
S
CO
CO
CO
Wild lily of the valley
S
P
RJC
CO
S
P
PS
PS
PS
S
SP
P
CO
CO
RJC
RJC
RJC
RJC
CO
CO
Lance-leaved
S
CO
P
CO
THREATENED
SP
CO
P
CO
S
Creek
RJC
P
CO
P
CO
SP
CO
THREATENED
SP
RJC
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Medeola virginiana
Monotropa uniflora
Iris vericolour
Cypripedium calceolus
Trillium grandiflorum
Uvularia grandiflora
Mitella nuda
Galium boreale
Hieracium auruntiacun
Chrysanthemum
leucanthemum
Anaphalis margaritacea
Sonchus arvensis
Lathyrus latifolius
Trillium erectum
Cypripedium acaule
Eupatorium maculatum
Apocynum
androsaemitoliun
Aster umbellatus
Trillium teratologic
Heliopsis
Indian Cucumber Root
Indian Pipe
Iris Blue Flag
S
S
Lady’s Slipper (Ram’shead) (yellow)
Lambs Ear
Lambs Quarters
Large-Flowered or
WhiteTrillium
Large Flavered Bellflower
Mitre Wort
Northern Bedstraw
Orange Hawkweed
Oxeye Daisy
SP
Pearly everlasting
(Immortelle)
Perennial Sow-thistle
Perennial sweet-pea
Philadelphia Fleabane
Phlox
Pickerelweed
Pitcher Plant
Queen Anne Lace
Red Baneberry
Red Trillium
Rough-fruited Cinquefoil
Round-lobed Hepatica
Showy Lady's slipper
Spring Beauty
Spotted Joe-Pye Weed
Spreading Dogbane
S
Sundew
Swamp Milkweed
Tall Corydalis
Tall flat-topper Aster
True Solomon’s Seal
Trout Lily
Two-leaved Bishop’s Cap
Variegated trillium
Violet
Water Hemlock
White Campion
White Clover
No chlorophyll in plant
aka ‘Iris versicolour’ or
‘Slender Blue Flag’
SPECIES AT RISK
S
S
SP
S
RJC
RJC
CO
RJC
White
aka ‘Devil’s Paintbrush’
RJC
RJC
CO
CO
S
RJC
Wild Carrot
S
Wakerobin
RJC
P
CO
P
P
CO
CO
S
S
RJC
RJC
P
CO
aka ‘Dogtooth Violet’
S
RJC
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Nuphar variegata
Scrubs
Cornus alternifolia
Diervilla ionicera
Viburnum trilobum
Lonicera dioica
Viburnum acerifolium
Viburnum lentago
Salix discolor
Amelanchier laevis
Rhus
Vine
Parthenocissus
inserta
Ferns
Dryopteris marginalis
Wild Columbine
Wild Raisin
Wild Sarsaparilla
Wintergreen
Woodland Pinedrops
Wood Lily
Yarrow
Yellow Goatsbeard
Yellow Hawkweed
Yellow Pond Lily
S
RJC
Alternate Leaved
Dogwood
Bush Honeysuckle
High bush Cranberry
Honeysuckle
Maple leaved Viburnum
Nannyberry
Pussy Willow
Smooth Serviceberry
Sumac (Staghorn)
P
CO
P
CO
P
P
P
CO
CO
CO
aka ‘Witherod’
S
RJC
SPECIES AT RISK
S
aka ‘Kings Devil’
Creek
RJC
Virginia Creeper
Marginal Wood fern
CS
Trees and Shrubs
FAMILY
Beech
NAME
American Beech
KEY
COMMENTS
SPOTTER
S
RJC
S
RJC
Bur Oak
Red Oak
White Oak
Green Alder
Grey
Birch
Birch
Hop-Hornbeam
Paper Birch
S
S
aka ‘Ironwood’
aka ‘White Birch’
RJC
RJC
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Speckled Alder
aka ‘Tag Alder’
Yellow Birch
Buckthorn
European Buckthorn
Eastern Red Cedar
Cypress
Eastern White Cedar
Dogwood
S
RJC
S
Alternate Leaf Dogwood
RJC
Green osier
Red Osier Dogwood
American Elm
aka ‘White Elm’
Common Hackberry
Elm
Rock Elm
Slippery Elm
aka ‘Red Elm’
Highbush Cranberry
Honeysuckle
Nannyberry
Juniper
Common Juniper
Larch
Tamarack
Linden
American Basswood
S
S
Mountain Maple
Maple
Red Maple
Silver Maple
RJC
RJC
aka ‘Moose Maple’
S
S
RJC
RJC
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Striped Maple
Sugar Maple
S
RJC
Black Ash
Common Lilac
Olive
Red Ash
White Ash
Balsam Fir
Black Spruce
Eastern Hemlock
Eastern White Pine
S
S
S
S
S
RJC
RJC
RJC
RJC
RJC
Pine
Jack Pine
Red Pine
Tamarack
White Spruce
S
S
S
RJC
RJC
RJC
American Mountain Ash
Black Cherry
Rose
Chokecherry
Common Apple
S
RJC
Hawthorn
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Pin Cherry
Serviceberry
Sumac
Staghorn Sumac
Bitternut Hickory
S
Shadbush, Saskatoon
S
RJC
RJC
Swamp Hickory
Black Walnut
Walnut
Butternut
ENDANGERED
Shagbark Hickory
Yew
Canada Yew
Balsam Poplar
Black Willow
aka ‘Swamp WIllow’
Large-Toothed Aspen
Willow
Peachleaf Willow
aka ‘Swamp WIllow’
Shining Willow
aka ‘Yellow Willow’
Trembling Aspen
aka ‘Quacking Aspen’
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Ardoch and Malcolm Lake Fishing Summaries
Prepared by Bancroft District Ministry of Natural Resources (2014)
ARDOCH LAKE SUMMARY
Original Lake Survey (1969)
-trap netting results (3 overnight trap nets): 15 smallmouth bass, 90 walleye, 44 northern pike, 17
yellow perch, 29 white sucker, 2 burbot, 187 rock bass, 1 pumpkinseed; water chemistry shows pH 8.0
(alkaline), dissolved oxygen ok (9.0mg/L) to about 8m depth, then low (2 mg/L)
Surface area 95.5ha
Max depth 17.4m
Mean depth 7.6m
MEI 19.8
2 cottages, 1 resort (no Crown Land)
Secchi 8.1m
Lake Survey (1976)
-temperature and dissolved oxygen profiles, lake volume, flushing rates, nutrient supply, etc
Ministry of Environment Contaminant Study (1978-79)
-gillnetting results (7 overnight sets): 21 walleye, 13 northern pike, 217 rock bass, 8 white sucker, 8
smallmouth bass, 104 yellow perch, 2 burbot, 22 pumpkinseed
2001: Ompah Conservation Association Volunteer Walleye Watch
-17 walleye observed on one shoal
2006: sampling by consultants
Fyke nets caught 2 northern pike, electrofishing in tributaries caught slimy sculpins, fathead minnows,
northern redbelly dace and pumpkinseed
2012 Walleye Watch
384 walleye observed on Ardoch over 7 nights
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MALCOLM LAKE SUMMARY
1936-1953: walleye stocked
1941-1959: smallmouth and largemouth bass stocking heavily
1965: Letters re winter fishing
-angling intensity varies by season; walleye are very prolific; good adult population in Malcolm Lake with
natural reproduction; recruitment may be primarily affected by limnological and climatic factors; data
does not indicate over exploitation of walleye populations in winter
1968-70 Letters about poor angling quality and winter fishing
-conservation officer creel in summer 1969 showed angling quality is fair to excellent on Malcolm Lake;
do not feel that winter angling should be restricted.
1975: Original Lake Survey
Initial lake survey was done to collect basic aquatic habitat inventory information. Water chemistry,
depth calculations, and small and large fish collections were completed to determine the basic lake
characteristics.
-three overnight gill net sets resulted in 7 northern pike, 21 walleye, 6 smallmouth bass, 22 rock bass, 7
pumpkinseed, 1 white sucker, 1 yellow perch
1975: Lake Survey Summary prepared
-watershed area 16.8km2
-lake area 1.96km2 (207.2 ha)
-max depth 6.7m
Mean depth 2.2m
Secchi Depth 4.0m (very clear water)
pH 8.5 (alkaline)
MEI 57.6
-used to predict potential fish yields in lakes
Volume 4.49 x 106m3
24 cottages, 1 resort, 0 permanent residences, 24 vacant lots, 0 Crown Land
Water chemistry, dissolved oxygen profile also done (DO 8.6 mg/L)
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1985 Trapnetting Project
-overnight trap net sets (October 1985); Caught and clipped yellow perch, northern pike, smallmouth
and largemouth bass, and approximately 100 walleye. Walleye were the most abundant species
caught, followed by smallmouth, and largemouth bass.
1986: MNR stocked surplus 19,000 walleye fingerlings in Malcolm Lake (left over from 10 lake
experimental program); letter indicates it would not be done on an annual basis but future candidates
for walleye stocking would depend on the results of the eastern Ontario experiments
Letters re: walleye stocking (1984, 1985, 1989, 1990)
-spawning assessment survey indicates large numbers of adult walleye with good spawning habitat
-no walleye stocking approved
-spawning shoal projects suggested
1989 Walleye Spawning Shoal Assessment
Walleye spawning shoals were mapped and assessed. A total of 13 active shoals were observed (with
numbers of walleye ranging from 2-30 per shoal; 123 observed in total). Four potential shoals were
also mapped (no fish observed but potential habitat).
1989-1990 Walleye Spawning Shoal Enhancement
Additional rock was placed on some spawning shoals with the help of Malcolm Lake Cottager’s
Association.
1990: Letters re: winter fishing
-winter creels in the area indicate the winter fishery has very little impact on walleye population; far
greater harvest occurs in the summer; winter harvest is insignificant
1997 Ministry of Environment Fish Contaminant Sampling (Trap netting Project)
Fish were captured and sampled for the MOE Guide to Eating Sportfish publication. A total of 50
walleye, 56 smallmouth, 2 largemouth, and 3 northern pike were caught in 6 overnight trap net sets.
Water chemistry was also updated.
2001 Walleye Spawning Shoal Observations
CFWIP project by Ompah Conservation Association: too many waves to observe fish so no results were
submitted. They visited Ardoch Lake for one evening instead.
2002 Fall Walleye Index Netting (FWIN)
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A Fall Walleye Index Netting assessment was completed in 2002. Species captured included yellow
perch (80% of the total catch), walleye (15%), northern pike (3%) and smallmouth bass (2%). Results
indicate a catch per unit effort (CUE) of 1.88 walleye per net. The average values of all assessed
walleye lakes in the southern region administrative area are 2.8 fish per net CUE (Morgan et al 2002),
while the benchmarks used to assess walleye populations relative to one another within Southern
Region are the CUE values shown below (from Morgan et al 2002):
CUE (fish/net)
0- 0.7
0.8-1.7
1.8-3.8
3.9-20
Relative Category
poor
below average
above average
excellent
Therefore, Malcolm Lake has a slightly above average CUE when compared to lakes across Southern
Region.
The mean weight of walleye in Malcolm Lake was 982.4g and a mean length of 447.3mm, compared to
the Southern Region average values of 877g mean weight and 406mm mean length. By comparison of
the values from Malcolm Lake to the regional averages, the size (both weight and length of walleye) is
considered to be larger than the regional average.
In comparison to lakes within the immediate Mazinaw Area administrative area, the Malcolm Lake
walleye population has an average CUE (Mazinaw Area average of 10 assessed walleye lakes is 1.87
fish/net), while the size of Malcolm Lake walleye is again larger than the Mazinaw Area average (855.6g
average weight and 423.3mm average length).
The weight and age distribution of the fish sampled during the 2002 FWIN assessment show an uneven
distribution, with some rather strong and some missing size classes. The most abundant size class was
fish in the 350-400mm and 600-800g range. This is indicative of a strong reproductive year class in or
about 2000 (walleye at these weights and lengths are likely about 3 years old, so back calculating from
the time of the assessment, would put the strong year class at 2000).
Walleye recruitment or successful spawning is very weather dependent. Years when the water
temperature warms rapidly in the spring generally have better recruitment. Since there is evidence of
strong year classes, this lake would definitely be considered a self-sustaining natural population.
Previous spawning shoal observations support this; high numbers of walleye have been observed
spawning in the spring.
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Most fluctuations in population numbers could be attributed to failed recruitment in years of poor
spring weather, deterioration of spawning habitat, change in fish community structure (introduction of
additional species), and fishing pressure and exploitation.
REFERENCES
Morgan, G.E., M.D. Malette, R.S. Kushneriuk, and S.E. Mann. 2003. Regional Summaries of Walleye
Life History Characteristics Based on Ontario’s Fall Walleye Index Netting Program 1993-2001.
Diagnostics and Sampling Standards Working Group, Percid Comminuty Synthesis. OMNR.
2007 Dialogue with cottage association regarding walleye status and stocking on Malcolm Lake
-walleye stocking is not likely an option on Malcolm as there is an established and reproducing walleye
population present, with other predatory species also present (bass and pike); walleye stocking in these
situation is not successful; more successful management strategy is to restrict angling, remove
competitors and continue with habitat rehabilitation
2008-2009 Walleye Watch Volunteer Spawning Monitoring
-conducted by Malcolm Lake Landowners Association and volunteers; expanded to include Ardoch Lake
as well
2008 Walleye regulation change (zone wide)
-reduced limit from 6 to 4, with only one fish over 18 inches
-reduced season from March 15 to end of February
2010 Nearshore Index Netting Project
-twenty overnight trap net sets caught 188 smallmouth bass, 38 walleye, 27 largemouth bass, 10 rock
bass, 5 northern pike, 2 pumpkinseed
2011 Malcolm Lake Landowners Association Meeting with MNR
-meeting and presentation by lake association requesting walleye stocking
-MNR decision to not approve walleye stocking as contrary to stocking guidelines and there is a
sustainable population of naturally reproducing walleye present
2012 Walleye regulation change (zone wide)
-harvestable slot (only walleye between 40 and 50cm can be kept)
-walleye season starts 2nd Saturday in May to March 1
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2012 Walleye Watch
739 walleye observed on Malcolm over 16 nights including high numbers (266) on a shoal that had rock
rubble added the year prior
Lake Characteristics
Surface Area: 207.2 ha
Mean Depth: 2.2 m
Maximum Depth: 4.6m
Mean Secchi Depth: 4.1m
Fish Species present: northern pike, walleye, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, rock bass,
pumpkinseed, white sucker, yellow perch, and burbot. Smallmouth, largemouth and walleye were all
introduced through historic plantings (1950s).
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2016 Events at the
North Frontenac
Star Gazing Pad
The following events are taking place at the North
Frontenac Star Gazing Pad at 5816 Road 506 between
Plevna and Fernleigh. Check NorthFrontenac.com events
calendar for event updates. Events begin at sunset.
Contact Corey Klatt, Manager of Community Development for more information.
[email protected], 613-479-2231x233
May 14
International Astronomy Day
June 4
No Moon. Saturn, Mars, Jupiter, asteroids & deep sky
visible
July 1 & 2
No Moon. Saturn & Deep Sky clusters, nebulae, galaxies
visible
July 30 & 31
Deep Sky, Mercury, Venus, Saturn & Mars visible
August 27
Mars vs “the rival of Mars” (the star Antares) & Saturn
visible
September 3 & 4
Thin crescent Moon in early evening. Milky Way all night long!
Oct 1
The Autumn Sky. Pleiades, Andromeda Galaxy, the Double Cluster, dwarf planet Ceres and more.
www.northfrontenac.com/dark-sky-preserve.html
“North Frontenac Township Dark Sky Preserve” is also on Facebook
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For the full Septic Smart Brochure from Public Health, Ontario Government, go to
www.oasisontario.on.ca
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OTF Meeting
Mar 2016
Dr. Vermaire’s Research Summary
1) ~70% of study lakes have undergone little or moderate change between
pre-disturbance and present day
2) Change in lake ecosystems is consistent with warming water temperatures
3) Near-shore macrophyte biovolume was lower in 2015 than 2014
(climate?)
4) Lakes with zebra mussels had more plant biovolume (but is that due to light
or other factors?
5) Lakes with higher P concentration had more plant biovolume (broadly)
Future Research:
1) Expand on role of climate in altering plant biovolume in lakes
2) Clarify relationship between zebra mussels/light environment
3) Expand sediment core work over more lakes for landscape scale patterns
(cores have already been collected)
4) Microplastics?
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VEGETATION ANALYSIS REPORT
Malcom Lake, Frontenac Ontario
5)
Generated: 2/3/2016 3:16:05 PM (UTC)
Area: 97.63 ha
6) (241.24 acres)
7) Percent:44.7% of waterbody
8) Volume: 2,284,662.40 cu. m
9) (1,852.21 acre ft)
10) Est. Waterbody Volume 5,111,313.30 cu. m
11) -76.88600922
14) Grid Cell Size: 5
m
15) Min. BV Detect:
See Individual
Trips
16) Min. Veg Depth
See Individual
Detect: Trips
12) Survey Summary
13) Track Buffer:
Type
Full Point 25%
25 m
PAC
Survey
Grid
21.3%
Area of Interest
AOI
Type PAC
Point
Grid
Point
Grid
Avg BVp
SD BVp
Avg BVw
SD BVw
Depth Range
Avg Depth
Distance
No. Points
12.4%
±9.8%
3.1%
±7.3%
0.49-5.61 m
2.45 m
25.46 km
4,304
9.9%
±5.8%
2.1%
±4.8%
0-5.2 m
2.09 m
-
11,191
Summ ary
Avg BVp
SD BVp
Avg BVw
SD BVw
Depth Range
Avg Depth
Distance
No. Points
25%
12.4%
±9.8%
3.1%
±7.3%
0.49-5.28 m
2.5 m
8.95 km
4,304
21.3%
9.9%
±5.8%
2.1%
±4.8%
0-5.2 m
2.09 m
-
11,180
NaN%
NaN%
±NaN%
NaN%
±NaN%
0.62-5.58 m
2.36 m
8.08 km
0
23.6%
10.7%
±6.8%
2.5%
±5.6%
0.59-4.47 m
2.09 m
-
2,106
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Vegetation Biovolume Heat Map
Biovolume Distribution Scatter Chart
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Biovolume Analysis by Quantity
1
0 -5%
5 -20%
74.98 %
21.31 %
3%
17) AOI
18)
20-40%
40-60%
0.6%
60-80%
0.12%
>80%
0%
19) Biovolume Analysis by Depth
20) AOIDepth
Type
Count
PAC
Point
385
1183
13.5%
47.8%
Avg BVp
SD BVp
Avg BVw SD BVw
21)
1
0-1m
1-2m
11.2%
11.7%
±10.9%
±9.2%
1.5%
5.6%
±5.5
±8.6
2-3m
1181
38.8%
13.4%
±10.4%
5.2%
±9.2
3-4m
1053
0.1%
27.5%
±0%
0%
±0.8
4-5m
476
0%
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0%
±0
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0
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-
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2898
21.1%
10.2%
±6%
2.2%
±5
1-2m
2854
39.8%
9.2%
±4.6%
3.7%
±5.4
2-3m
2463
24.7%
10.7%
±7.2%
2.6%
±5.8
3-4m
1979
1.6%
8.1%
±2.6%
0.1%
±1.1
4-5m
5-6m
6-7m
7-8m
8-9m
>9m
964
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2-3m
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5-6m
6-7m
7-8m
8-9m
>9m
0-1m
1-2m
2-3m
3-4m
4-5m
5-6m
6-7m
7-8m
8-9m
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PAC
Avg BVp
SD BVp
±0%
±0%
Avg BVw
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-
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Point
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316
706
682
350
52
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27.4%
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AOI
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Malcolm Lake
Shoreline Assessment Summary Report
July 2016
Submitted to the Malcolm and Ardoch Lake Landowners' Association by Watersheds Canada and the
Canadian Wildlife Federation.
Love Your Lake is a program of Watersheds Canada and the Canadian Wildlife Federation.
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Introduction
The state of the shoreline is important to the overall health of a lake and the people and wildlife that call it
home. Maintaining or restoring shorelines to their natural state, helps maintain good water quality by reducing
nutrient inputs and preventing soil erosion. Natural shorelines also provide some of the most productive and
diverse wildlife habitat on the landscape. Naturally occurring plants at the water’s edge and in shallow water
provide important wildlife habitat and help protect shorelines from erosion due to changes in the water level or
wave action. A natural shoreline also provides wildlife with food and habitat, which creates recreational
opportunities such as fishing or bird watching. An abundance of wildlife living within an area is a good indicator
of a healthy shoreline.
Highly developed shorelines, on the other hand, can impact the health of a lake. Shoreline erosion can negatively
impact the lake by contributing to poor water quality, nutrient and sediment runoff, habitat loss and excessive
weed growth. Disturbed shorelines are typically observed with areas that have been cleared of all or most
vegetation, lawns that extend to the water’s edge and hardened structures such as retaining walls, which replace
natural vegetation.
The Love Your Lake program promotes shoreline stewardship and helps shoreline property owners protect and
restore their shorelines, thereby improving the health of their lake.
Methodology
Locally trained surveyors assess the health of shoreline properties on a lake by using the standardized Love Your
Lake Shoreline Assessment Method. Data which is collected is used to produce a personalized report for each
property owner which describes existing conditions on their shoreline, suggests stewardship actions and
provides additional contacts, resources and sources of support. This program is non-regulatory and completely
voluntary. Property owners generally have a common interest to manage their properties in ways that maintain
property value and lake quality and this program provides the information and support to do so.
In 2015, 104 properties were assessed totaling about 11km of shoreline on Malcolm Lake. The shoreline survey
involved an assessment of the entire shoreline of Malcolm Lake. This report summarizes the information on
shoreline classifications, development, runoff, invasive species, habitat and recommendations and restoration
opportunities. This report can be used as a source of information on the current physical conditions of Malcolm
Lake and as a baseline to compare future surveys. It can also be used by the lake association and other partners
to determine opportunities for restoration, education and stewardship on a lake wide level.
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The following information was produced for the entire lake by summarizing the data collected from the
shoreline property assessments:
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Shoreline Restoration
Building Setbacks
Runoff
Shoreline Development
Retaining Walls
Ornamental and Regenerative Lawn
Aquatic Plants
Sediment
Invasive Species
Wildlife Habitat
Property Slopes
Recommendations for shoreline naturalization were assigned to properties using a combination of the shoreline
classification data and the buffer recommendations.
Results from Malcolm Lake
Shoreline Classifications
Each shoreline property was given percentage classifications in four possible classes (natural, regenerative,
ornamental and degraded), rounded to the nearest ten percent. This is based on shoreline development,
retaining walls and shoreline vegetation. The table below summarizes these classes with descriptions and
photographs.
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Shoreline lengths for each property were obtained from municipal property information. For properties without
this data, lengths were estimated. Results were based upon the percentage of properties within each shoreline
classification.
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Figure 1 shows the counts of property classifications on the lake. Properties were assigned an overall category
corresponding to the classification that made up the largest portion of the shoreline.
Figure 1 Property Classifications
Stewardship Message
On Malcolm Lake, 48 of shoreline properties were classified as majority natural, 34 majority ornamental and 20
were considered majority regenerative. It is recommended that shoreline property owners engage in
naturalization projects to further decrease the ornamental percentage and increase the regenerative and natural
percentages.
This presents an opportunity for residents of Malcolm Lake to increase the overall quality of the lake by
maintaining, protecting and enhancing natural shorelines. To restore shorelines to a more natural state, property
owners are encouraged to take action. Regenerative properties should also be encouraged to maintain their
properties in a natural state by allowing their vegetation on their property to continue to regenerate and grow
naturally.
One important way to improve water quality in lakes and rivers is to ensure that there is a natural buffer of
vegetation along the shoreline. Natural and vegetated buffers are some of the most productive and diverse
habitats on the planet. Vegetated areas are also important for filtering contaminants and sediments before they
enter the lake. Deep rooted trees and shrubs help to capture nutrients moving from the surrounding landscape.
Shallow rooted vegetation such as grass lawns, are unable to capture these nutrients with the same
effectiveness as their natural counterparts. A well vegetated shoreline can capture sediment before it is able to
enter the lake and potentially affect water quality and lake bottom habitat.
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The survey of Malcolm Lake characterized the types of restoration opportunities that exist around the lake on
individual properties. Figure 2 summarizes the number of properties that were assigned a buffer
recommendation during the survey. Each shoreline property can receive more than one recommendation.
Please note that 30m difficult is checked
off during the assessment when it is
difficult to create or expand an existing
buffer. Limitations may be caused by the
close proximity of a structure, cliff, rocky
terrain/bedrock, or other factors that
would make planting a buffer difficult.
In order to determine restoration
opportunities on the lake, properties
that were assigned a recommendation
to expand or create a vegetated buffer
were identified and ranked according to
their potential for restoration as follows.
Priority 1: Properties that have an
ornamental or degraded shoreline
proportion of greater than 75%,
potentially offering an opportunity for
significant areas of naturalization.
Figure 2 Buffer Recommendations
ornamental or degraded between 50%
and 75%.
Priority 3: Properties where the
proportion is between 25% and 50%.
These properties still have areas where
there is opportunity for restoration;
however they are likely already in a fairly
natural condition.
It is recommended for the health of a
lake that 75% of the shoreline of each
property remains natural, leaving 25%
for shoreline development opportunity.
Working towards keeping 75% of the
shoreline of each property in a natural state will greatly benefit the health of the lake.
Figure 3 Shoreline Naturalization Property Rankings
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Currently 54 properties would benefit from shoreline naturalization. Of these 54 properties, 12 or 22% of
properties are a top priority.
Stewardship Message
Shoreline naturalization is a voluntary action by landowners. While naturalization of the more ornamental or
degraded properties may produce greater benefits, increasing the natural shoreline on any property is a positive
stewardship action.
Building Setbacks
The primary issue associated with shoreline building setbacks less than 30 metres, is the limited area to buffer or
filter contaminated runoff and wastewater from the main dwelling. Buildings can also disrupt the nearshore
habitat corridor that many different animals use to move around the lake environment and into upland areas.
While moving these buildings further back from the shoreline may not be a feasible or realistic option,
naturalizing the shorelines of these properties would help address the issue.
Shown in figure 4 is the range of building setbacks for properties on the lake, not including vacant properties,
buildings under construction and unidentifiable properties. Building setbacks for shoreline developments in
Ontario should be at least 30 metres from the high water mark; however, older cottage buildings were permitted
closer to the high water mark. On Malcolm Lake, 64% of the properties surveyed were observed to be closer
than 30 metres to the shoreline.
Figure 4 Building Setback Ranges
Stewardship Message
A potential area of concern with building setbacks is having septic systems installed close to shore. Regular
inspections and maintenance of septic systems can help prevent excess nutrients from entering the lake.
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Nutrients entering the lake can contribute to eutrophication, resulting in increased aquatic vegetation, low
oxygen levels, turbid water and algal blooms. Excess nutrient loading is one of the largest threats to water
quality in lakes and rivers; it is everyone’s responsibility to do something to help protect the lake.
Runoff
Naturalizing shorelines on properties with
near-shore building setbacks would help
reduce runoff from entering into Malcolm
Lake, which could help reduce potential
problems such as algae blooms and loss of
oxygen in the water. Property owners can
also manage this problem by ensuring they
have eave troughs with downspouts directed
at natural or stone catch basins or rain barrels,
as well as ensuring they have a properly
functioning septic to process wastewater
before it enters the lake. As septic systems do
very little to process nutrients, it is also
important to use phosphate free products.
Figure 5 shows the types of roof drainage that
were recorded from the shoreline
assessments.
Figure 5 Roof Drainage types around lake
Shoreline development is defined as the presence of man-made structures in the water or along the shoreline
within three metres of the shore. Development along a shoreline can be done sustainably and in an
environmentally sensitive fashion, providing structures are well maintained and kept to a minimal footprint.
Figure 6 and 7 illustrate the common structures present on Malcolm Lake.
On average property owners have developed 14% of their shoreline within a few metres of the water’s edge.
Different types of structures can have negative environmental impacts, due to their ability to remove habitat,
store contaminants and nutrients, and eventually release them into the aquatic environment.
Small floating or non-permanent post docks are the most environmentally friendly choice, they allow natural
water flow, have limited contact with the lake bottom, and reduce the overall potential for disturbance to
aquatic life.
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In the future, if shoreline property owners need to replace their old or failing permanent post, solid, or crib
docks, they could consider choosing non-permanent post or floating docks. By selecting these types of docks,
people can reduce the potential impacts to fish and other aquatic species, which can help protect the overall
health of the lake environment.
Stewardship Message
When shoreline development structures are present, keep structures clean and organized to prevent possible
soil and water contamination. Consider planting native species to provide additional habitat between man-made
structures and the shoreline. If an older structure is present and no longer functioning, consider retiring the
building, shed or other man-made structure, this will provide more habitat potential for wildlife.
When creating shoreline access, there are a few things to take into account. Limiting access to one area of the
shoreline can help maintain a healthy buffer for wildlife habitat and runoff filtration. By creating a well formed
pathway that follows the contours of the slope or constructing raised, open-backed stairs, you can direct the
foot traffic leading to the waterfront. This will limit possible erosion in high traffic areas. Covering pathways with
wood chips or gravel will also help reduce soil loss on pathways and raised, open-backed stairs will allow
vegetation to grow underneath, helping to hold soils in place.
Figure 6 Docks On Lake
Figure 7 Structures on Lake
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Retaining Walls
Retaining walls made out of rock, concrete, metal and other materials were once commonly used when it was
thought that the only way to combat erosion was to take a hard, aggressive approach. Consequently, people
began putting in concrete walls and gabion baskets. These structures only work in the short term to prevent
erosion, but they ultimately do much more harm than good. On Malcolm Lake, the number of properties with
retaining walls was observed and the results are summarized below in figure 8.
Stewardship Message
2 properties on Malcolm Lake, or 2% of the properties assessed have a retaining wall. Of the retaining walls that
are present, the most common choice was Wood. While retaining walls were an option to combat erosion for
property owners in the past, we now know about their impact on the natural environment. Wave energy is
reflected back from these hard, flat surfaces with the same force as which they strike the wall. This can cause
excess turbulence in the water, which scours the sediments from the lake bottom.
Solid walls also eliminate shoreline habitat and act as a barrier, preventing wildlife from reaching the water.
Although some retaining walls such as rip rap or loose rock have fewer impacts than other retaining walls,
shoreline property owners could consider alternative erosion control methods such as planting native
vegetated buffers. In the meantime, maintaining vegetation around the wall and allowing new vegetation to
establish and grow will help reduce runoff and provide habitat for wildlife. For more information contact the
provincial government regarding erosion control and necessary work permit requirements.
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Aquatic Plants:
On Malcolm Lake, shorelines were surveyed for their presence of aquatic plants. The presence of aquatic plants
was further summarized into aquatic vegetation types; emergent, submergent, floating, and algal blooms.
Figure 9 shows the number of properties on Malcolm Lake that had aquatic plants along their shoreline
properties. The majority of aquatic vegetation that was present on Malcolm Lake was categorized as emergent
vegetation. Floating vegetation and submergent vegetation were found less frequently on Malcolm Lake, but
are still an important part of the aquatic ecosystem; giving habitat to birds, frogs, dragonflies and other wildlife.
Figure 9 Aquatic Vegetation
Stewardship Message
When aquatic vegetation is removed, the integrity of the shoreline is lost. This negatively impacts the health of
the waterbody by decreasing the quality of the water and reducing biodiversity. Eventually, a waterbody can
become unusable, affecting the hundreds of species that rely on it. Fortunately, there are some easy steps that
can be taken to help protect and restore your shoreline. By planting native species and allowing natural aquatic
vegetation to grow, you can help provide habitat for wildlife to flourish.
Sediment:
On Malcolm Lake, the type of sediment present on the lake bottom was observed. The benthic zone which is
located on the lake bottom is classified as the ecological region at the lowest level of a body of water. It starts
at the shoreline and continues down until it reaches the floor, encompassing the sediment surface and
subsurface layers. Although this zone may appear barren, it plays a vital role in the health of aquatic
ecosystems. Tiny, microscopic organisms which cycle nutrients live in this zone and act as a source of food for
bottom feeding animals.
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Figure 10 Sediment Distribution
Invasive Species:
Phragmites was identified on your lake. Invasive species can have large negative impacts on an ecosystem by
significantly altering food chain dynamics, reducing native species populations, and degrading water quality.
Invasive Phragmites is a non-native perennial grass. It grows rapidly, robbing native plant species of essential
water and nutrients. It crowds out native vegetation and produces toxins, hindering plant growth and killing
surrounding plants. They look similar to native Phragmites; however they typically grow taller, their stems are
tan in colour with blue-green leaves and they have large dense seed heads. You can help reduce the spread of
Invasive Phragmites by planting only native grass in your garden. Avoid areas that are known to contain
Invasive Phragmites and if you come into contact with the plant, brush off clothing and clean equipment to
prevent seeds from spreading.
Stewardship Message
You can help prevent the spread of invasive species to and from Malcolm Lake. These species disrupt the
ecosystem and can lead to declines in favorite native species, like lake trout. Species such as zebra mussels,
spiny waterflea, round goby and common reed are rapidly spreading throughout Ontario. These species can be
spread by dumping bait buckets, trailering your boat from one lake to another before proper cleaning, and
planting non-native species or seed mixtures along your shoreline. If you use live bait, be sure to dispose of
unused bait and packaging material including soil in the garbage. Water from minnow buckets, bilges and
livewells can contain a variety of tiny invaders, and should be dumped on shore. When removing your boat
from the water, be sure to dispose of any weeds or mud. If you are going to use the boat in another waterbody,
clean it thoroughly and allow it to dry for 2-7 days.
Visit http://www.invadingspecies.com/stop-the-spread/boaters-anglers/ for detailed cleaning instructions.
Shoreline property owners are invited to join the Invading Species Watch Program operated by Ontario
Federation of Anglers and Hunters and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.
Wildlife Habitat:
The most common type of nearshore habitat on Malcolm Lake was identified as aquatic logs, followed by
overhanging vegetation. Wildlife provides us with many enjoyable and beneficial activities from bird watching
and wildlife photography to pest control, seed dispersal, nutrient cycling and pollination, just to name a few. It
is important for there to be a rich and diverse range of habitats along the lakeshore in order to ensure a healthy
lake environment. Figure 11 summarizes the nearshore habitat.
Figure 11 Habitat Present
Stewardship Message
It is important to leave large trees that are dead and dying in place, if it is safe to do so. They provide important
habitat for a number of different wildlife species. In Ontario, more than 50 species of birds and mammals
depend on cavity trees for nesting, rearing young, roosting, feeding, storing food, escaping predators and
hibernating. Fallen logs on land provide habitat for small mammals such as moles, woodpeckers, toads and
insects. As the log decomposes, reptiles and amphibians lay their eggs in the moist wood. A decaying log is also
great habitat for beetles and ants that burrow under the bark and lay eggs. In the water, logs provide important
fish habitat by providing refuge for small fish and spaces for ambush predators such as pike to conceal
themselves. By leaving dead and decaying brush and logs in place, you are helping contribute to a healthy and
vibrant species community.
Property Slopes
On Malcolm Lake, 90% of properties assessed, had flat, gentle, or moderate slopes. The average slope towards
the lake was observed as approximately 3:1. The steepest slope is greater than or equal to 45˚ while some
properties had no slope.
Stewardship Message
shorelines often suffer greater erosion problems. While shoreline buffers of healthy trees and shrubs are
important on all properties, steeper properties would yield even greater benefit from well-vegetated slopes to
reduce the impacts of erosion from runoff.
Lawns
On Malcolm Lake, the number of properties with lawns, either mowed or regenerative, was observed. 19% of
properties had lawns that were mowed to the water’s edge. When lawn is maintained to the water’s edge,
natural ground cover and native vegetation are no longer present to slow runoff and allow nutrient filtration.
Nutrients, contaminants, pollutants and other harmful substances can be easily carried into the lake by runoff
and can harm water quality and local ecological integrity. Lawn grasses also have short root systems and do not
bind the soil well, which can lead to problems with erosion and increased sediment deposition.
Figure 12 Lawn types
Stewardship Message
In areas close to shore, a lawn is generally not a good choice of ground cover. Half of precipitation runs off a
mowed lawn directly into the lake, instead of returning to a natural groundwater source. If shoreline property
owners wish to mitigate this, they could consider allowing vegetation to regenerate on its own or by actively
planting native trees, shrubs, grasses, or alternative ground cover. The roots of the vegetation will grip the soil
which can help prevent erosion. Allowing mowed lawns to regenerate to a more natural state promotes water
conservation and protects surface and groundwater resources. Properties with regenerative lawns are
encouraged to allow this natural process to continue and to enhance regeneration by planting native trees and
shrubs.
Next steps
The shoreline is the convergence zone between the land and water, commonly referred to as the ribbon of life.
This area provides tremendous importance not only to humans for recreational purposes, but also to wildlife
and the overall health of a lake. These shoreline areas present a unique opportunity for people to help protect
the environment and reduce their footprint.
The benefits of natural shorelines are immense. The presence of native plant species helps to stabilize soil,
reduce erosion and improve water quality. A good underground root network helps to keep soil in place, while
a healthy buffer of vegetation prevents topsoil from being exposed and washed away. Shoreline vegetation,
such as aquatic plants have the ability to absorb wave energy. This reduces the impact of erosion created by
waves, therefore limiting the need for hardened materials such as retaining walls. Natural vegetation along
your shoreline can also provide privacy from neighboring properties and can lessen the amount of noise
generated by boats and other recreational activities. Trees and other native vegetation improve air quality,
lower temperatures and minimize extra energy costs associated with cooling.
Natural buffers also provide critical habitat for wildlife, both aquatic and terrestrial. They improve habitat for
fish by shading and cooling water and also provide protective cover for birds, mammals and other wildlife that
feed, breed and rear young near water. Allowing a natural buffer to grow can cut down on the time required for
yard maintenance and alleviate the financial expense associated with landscaping.
It is important when naturalizing areas to choose only native species. Exotic species which are not native to the
area can be extremely invasive, reproduce rapidly and remove wildlife habitat by choking out large natural
areas. It is critical to understand how invasive species can affect the overall health of a lake by threatening the
livelihood of native fish, plants and animals. The lake community must work together to raise public awareness
and help promote responsible stewardship. By practicing prevention and continual education efforts, the
community can reduce the spread of additional invasive species.
This report has been created for the lake association and community to utilize as an environmental stewardship
guide. Malcolm Lake property owners are encouraged to continue to use their shoreline property report as an
additional individualized resource to learn more about how to protect their shoreline properties and reduce
their environmental footprint. Following the stewardship actions outlined in this report and working to
maintain natural shorelines, residents can unite and make a positive change for the greater good of their lake.
Introduction
The state of the shoreline is important to the overall health of a lake and the people and wildlife that call it
home. Maintaining or restoring shorelines to their natural state, helps maintain good water quality by reducing
nutrient inputs and preventing soil erosion. Natural shorelines also provide some of the most productive and
diverse wildlife habitat on the landscape. Naturally occurring plants at the water’s edge and in shallow water
provide important wildlife habitat and help protect shorelines from erosion due to changes in the water level
or wave action. A natural shoreline also provides wildlife with food and habitat, which creates recreational
opportunities such as fishing or bird watching. An abundance of wildlife living within an area is a good
indicator of a healthy shoreline.
Highly developed shorelines, on the other hand, can impact the health of a lake. Shoreline erosion can
negatively impact the lake by contributing to poor water quality, nutrient and sediment runoff, habitat loss and
excessive weed growth. Disturbed shorelines are typically observed with areas that have been cleared of all or
most vegetation, lawns that extend to the water’s edge and hardened structures such as retaining walls, which
replace natural vegetation.
The Love Your Lake program promotes shoreline stewardship and helps shoreline property owners protect and
restore their shorelines, thereby improving the health of their lake.
Methodology
Locally trained surveyors assess the health of shoreline properties on a lake by using the standardized Love
Your Lake Shoreline Assessment Method. Data which is collected is used to produce a personalized report for
each property owner which describes existing conditions on their shoreline, suggests stewardship actions and
provides additional contacts, resources and sources of support. This program is non-regulatory and completely
voluntary. Property owners generally have a common interest to manage their properties in ways that maintain
property value and lake quality and this program provides the information and support to do so.
In 2015, 18 properties were assessed totaling about 6km of shoreline on Ardoch Lake. The shoreline survey
involved an assessment of the entire shoreline of Ardoch Lake. This report summarizes the information on
shoreline classifications, development, runoff, invasive species, habitat and recommendations and restoration
opportunities. This report can be used as a source of information on the current physical conditions of Ardoch
Lake and as a baseline to compare future surveys. It can also be used by the lake association and other partners
to determine opportunities for restoration, education and stewardship on a lake wide level.
The following information was produced for the entire lake by summarizing the data collected from the
shoreline property assessments:
• Shoreline Restoration
• Aquatic Plants
• Building Setbacks
• Sediment
• Runoff
• Invasive Species
• Shoreline Development
• Wildlife Habitat
• Retaining Walls
• Property Slopes
• Ornamental and Regenerative Lawn
Recommendations for shoreline naturalization were assigned to properties using a combination of the shoreline
classification data and the buffer recommendations.
Results from Ardoch Lake
Shoreline Classifications
Each shoreline property was given percentage classifications in four possible classes (natural, regenerative,
ornamental and degraded), rounded to the nearest ten percent. This is based on shoreline development,
retaining walls and shoreline vegetation. The table below summarizes these classes with descriptions and
photographs.
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Classification & Description
Photograph Example*
Natural – A healthy buffer of vegetation and/or a natural
shoreline of sand or exposed rock that is undisturbed and
undeveloped.
Regenerative – Natural vegetation has been removed in
the past, but is in the process of growing back towards a
natural state.
Ornamental – All natural vegetation has been removed
and replaced with mowed lawn and other non-native
vegetation; structures such as docks, decks, boathouses
and boat ramps are predominantly present at the shore.
Degraded – Natural vegetation has been lost; soil
erosion, undercutting of the bank and/or exposed roots
of shrubs and trees are significant.
*Note: These photographs are examples of shoreline classes, not representing any specific shoreline property
on Ardoch Lake. There can be a range of variation in the classifcations depending on the type of shoreline.
Shoreline lengths for each property were obtained from municipal property information. For properties without
this data, lengths were estimated. Results were based upon the percentage of properties within each shoreline
classification.
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Figure 1 shows the counts of property classifications on the lake. Properties were assigned an overall category
corresponding to the classification that made up the largest portion of the shoreline.
Figure 1 Property Classifications
Stewardship Message
On Ardoch Lake, 16 of shoreline properties were classified as majority natural, 2 majority ornamental and 0
were considered majority regenerative. It is recommended that shoreline property owners engage in
naturalization projects to further decrease the ornamental percentage and increase the regenerative and
natural percentages.
This presents an opportunity for residents of Ardoch Lake to increase the overall quality of the lake by
maintaining, protecting and enhancing natural shorelines. To restore shorelines to a more natural state,
property owners are encouraged to take action. Regenerative properties should also be encouraged to maintain
their properties in a natural state by allowing their vegetation on their property to continue to regenerate and
grow naturally.
One important way to improve water quality in lakes and rivers is to ensure that there is a natural buffer of
vegetation along the shoreline. Natural and vegetated buffers are some of the most productive and diverse
habitats on the planet. Vegetated areas are also important for filtering contaminants and sediments before they
enter the lake. Deep rooted trees and shrubs help to capture nutrients moving from the surrounding landscape.
Shallow rooted vegetation such as grass lawns, are unable to capture these nutrients with the same
effectiveness as their natural counterparts. A well vegetated shoreline can capture sediment before it is able to
enter the lake and potentially affect water quality and lake bottom habitat.
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The survey of Ardoch Lake characterized the types of restoration opportunities that exist around the lake on
individual properties. Figure 2 summarizes the number of properties that were assigned a buffer
recommendation during the survey. Each shoreline property can receive more than one recommendation.
Please note that 30m difficult is checked
off during the assessment when it is
difficult to create or expand an existing
buffer. Limitations may be caused by the
close proximity of a structure, cliff, rocky
terrain/bedrock, or other factors that
would make planting a buffer difficult.
In order to determine restoration
opportunities on the lake, properties
that were assigned a recommendation
to expand or create a vegetated buffer
were identified and ranked according to
their potential for restoration as follows.
proportion of greater than 75%,
potentially offering an opportunity for
significant areas of naturalization.
Figure 2 Buffer Recommendations
Priority
2: Properties that have an
ornamental or degraded between 50% and
75%.
Priority 3: Properties where the
proportion is between 25% and 50%. These
properties still have areas where there is
opportunity for restoration; however they
are likely already in a fairly natural
condition.
It is recommended for the health of a lake
that 75% of the shoreline of each property
remains natural, leaving 25% for shoreline
development opportunity. Working
towards keeping 75% of the shoreline of
each property in a natural state will greatly benefit the health of the lake.
Figure 3 Shoreline Naturalization Property Rankings
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Currently 4 properties would benefit from shoreline naturalization. Of these 4 properties, 0 or 0% of properties
are a top priority.
Stewardship Message
Shoreline naturalization is a voluntary action by landowners. While naturalization of the more ornamental or
degraded properties may produce greater benefits, increasing the natural shoreline on any property is a positive
stewardship action.
Building Setbacks
The primary issue associated with shoreline building setbacks less than 30 metres, is the limited area to buffer
or filter contaminated runoff and wastewater from the main dwelling. Buildings can also disrupt the nearshore
habitat corridor that many different animals use to move around the lake environment and into upland areas.
While moving these buildings further back from the shoreline may not be a feasible or realistic option,
naturalizing the shorelines of these properties would help address the issue.
Shown in figure 4 is the range of building setbacks for properties on the lake, not including vacant properties,
buildings under construction and unidentifiable properties. Building setbacks for shoreline developments in
Ontario should be at least 30 metres from the high water mark; however, older cottage buildings were
permitted closer to the high water mark. On Ardoch Lake, 39% of the properties surveyed were observed to be
closer than 30 metres to the shoreline.
Figure 4 Building Setback Ranges
Stewardship Message
A potential area of concern with building setbacks is having septic systems installed close to shore. Regular
inspections and maintenance of septic systems can help prevent excess nutrients from entering the lake.
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Nutrients entering the lake can contribute to eutrophication, resulting in increased aquatic vegetation, low
oxygen levels, turbid water and algal blooms. Excess nutrient loading is one of the largest threats to water
quality in lakes and rivers; it is everyone’s responsibility to do something to help protect the lake.
Runoff
Naturalizing shorelines on properties with
near-shore building setbacks would help
reduce runoff from entering into Ardoch Lake,
which could help reduce potential problems
such as algae blooms and loss of oxygen in the
water. Property owners can also manage
this problem by ensuring they have eave
troughs with downspouts directed at natural
or stone catch basins or rain barrels, as well as
ensuring they have a properly functioning
septic to process wastewater before it enters
the lake. As septic systems do very little to
process nutrients, it is also important to use
phosphate free products. Figure 5 shows the
types of roof drainage that were recorded
from the shoreline assessments.
Figure 5 Roof Drainage types around lake
Shoreline development is defined as the presence of man-made structures in the water or along the shoreline
within three metres of the shore. Development along a shoreline can be done sustainably and in an
environmentally sensitive fashion, providing structures are well maintained and kept to a minimal footprint.
Figure 6 and 7 illustrate the common structures present on Ardoch Lake.
On average property owners have developed 14% of their shoreline within a few metres of the water’s edge.
Different types of structures can have negative environmental impacts, due to their ability to remove habitat,
store contaminants and nutrients, and eventually release them into the aquatic environment.
Small floating or non-permanent post docks are the most environmentally friendly choice, they allow natural
water flow, have limited contact with the lake bottom, and reduce the overall potential for disturbance to
aquatic life.
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In the future, if shoreline property owners need to replace their old or failing permanent post, solid, or crib
docks, they could consider choosing non-permanent post or floating docks. By selecting these types of docks,
people can reduce the potential impacts to fish and other aquatic species, which can help protect the overall
health of the lake environment.
Stewardship Message
When shoreline development structures are present, keep structures clean and organized to prevent possible
soil and water contamination. Consider planting native species to provide additional habitat between manmade structures and the shoreline. If an older structure is present and no longer functioning, consider retiring
the building, shed or other man-made structure, this will provide more habitat potential for wildlife.
When creating shoreline access, there are a few things to take into account. Limiting access to one area of the
shoreline can help maintain a healthy buffer for wildlife habitat and runoff filtration. By creating a well formed
pathway that follows the contours of the slope or constructing raised, open-backed stairs, you can direct the
foot traffic leading to the waterfront. This will limit possible erosion in high traffic areas. Covering pathways with
wood chips or gravel will also help reduce soil loss on pathways and raised, open-backed stairs will allow
vegetation to grow underneath, helping to hold soils in place.
Figure 6 Docks On Lake
Figure 7 Structures on Lake
Retaining Walls
Retaining walls made out of rock, concrete, metal and other materials were once commonly used when it was
thought that the only way to combat erosion was to take a hard, aggressive approach. Consequently, people
began putting in concrete walls and gabion baskets. These structures only work in the short term to prevent
erosion, but they ultimately do much more harm than good. On Ardoch Lake, the number of properties with
retaining walls was observed and the results are summarized below.
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Stewardship Message
Out of the properties assessed on Ardoch Lake, no properties had a retaining wall. While retaining walls were an
option to combat erosion for property owners in the past, we now know about their impact on the natural
environment. Wave energy is reflected back from these hard, flat surfaces with the same force as which they
strike the wall. This can cause excess turbulence in the water, which scours the sediments from the lake bottom.
Solid walls also eliminate shoreline habitat and act as a barrier, preventing wildlife from reaching the water.
Although some retaining walls such as rip rap or loose rock have fewer impacts than other retaining walls,
shoreline property owners could consider future alternative erosion control methods such as planting native
vegetated buffers. For more information contact the provincial government regarding erosion control and
necessary work permit requirements.
Aquatic Plants:
On Ardoch Lake, shorelines were surveyed for their presence of aquatic plants. The presence of aquatic plants
was further summarized into aquatic vegetation types; emergent, submergent, floating, and algal blooms.
Figure 9 shows the number of properties on Ardoch Lake that had aquatic plants along their shoreline
properties. The majority of aquatic vegetation that was present on Ardoch Lake was categorized as emergent
vegetation. Submergent vegetation was found less frequently on Ardoch Lake, but is still an important part of
the aquatic ecosystem; giving habitat to birds, frogs, dragonflies and other wildlife.
Figure 9 Aquatic Vegetation
Stewardship Message
When aquatic vegetation is removed, the integrity of the shoreline is lost. This negatively impacts the health of
the waterbody by decreasing the quality of the water and reducing biodiversity. Eventually, a waterbody can
become unusable, affecting the hundreds of species that rely on it. Fortunately, there are some easy steps that
can be taken to help protect and restore your shoreline. By planting native species and allowing natural aquatic
vegetation to grow, you can help provide habitat for wildlife to flourish.
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Sediment:
On Ardoch Lake, the type of sediment present on the lake bottom was observed. The benthic zone which is
located on the lake bottom is classified as the ecological region at the lowest level of a body of water. It starts at
the shoreline and continues down until it reaches the floor, encompassing the sediment surface and subsurface
layers. Although this zone may appear barren, it plays a vital role in the health of aquatic ecosystems. Tiny,
microscopic organisms which cycle nutrients live in this zone and act as a source of food for bottom feeding
animals.
Figure 10 Sediment Distribution
Invasive Species:
No invasive species were identified on your lake. Invasive species can have large negative impacts on an
ecosystem by significantly altering food chain dynamics, reducing native species populations, and degrading
water quality.
Stewardship Message - You can help prevent the spread of invasive species to and from Ardoch Lake. These
species disrupt the ecosystem and can lead to declines in favorite native species, like lake trout. Species such as
zebra mussels, spiny waterflea, round goby and common reed are rapidly spreading throughout Ontario. These
species can be spread by dumping bait buckets, trailering your boat from one lake to another before proper
cleaning, and planting non-native species or seed mixtures along your shoreline. If you use live bait, be sure to
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dispose of unused bait and packaging material including soil in the garbage. Water from minnow buckets, bilges
and livewells can contain a variety of tiny invaders, and should be dumped on shore. When removing your boat
from the water, be sure to dispose of any weeds or mud. If you are going to use the boat in another waterbody,
clean it thoroughly and allow it to dry for 2-7 days.
Visit http://www.invadingspecies.com/stop-the-spread/boaters-anglers/ for detailed cleaning instructions.
Shoreline property owners are invited to join the Invading Species Watch Program operated by Ontario
Federation of Anglers and Hunters and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.
Wildlife Habitat:
The most common type of nearshore habitat on Ardoch Lake was identified as aquatic logs, followed by
overhanging vegetation. Wildlife provides us with many enjoyable and beneficial activities from bird watching
and wildlife photography to pest control, seed dispersal, nutrient cycling and pollination, just to name a few. It is
important for there to be a rich and diverse range of habitats along the lakeshore in order to ensure a healthy
lake environment. Figure 11 summarizes the nearshore habitat.
Figure 11 Habitat Present
Stewardship Message
It is important to leave large trees that are dead and dying in place, if it is safe to do so. They provide important
habitat for a number of different wildlife species. In Ontario, more than 50 species of birds and mammals
depend on cavity trees for nesting, rearing young, roosting, feeding, storing food, escaping predators and
hibernating. Fallen logs on land provide habitat for small mammals such as moles, woodpeckers, toads and
insects. As the log decomposes, reptiles and amphibians lay their eggs in the moist wood. A decaying log is also
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great habitat for beetles and ants that burrow under the bark and lay eggs. In the water, logs provide important
fish habitat by providing refuge for small fish and spaces for ambush predators such as pike to conceal
themselves. By leaving dead and decaying brush and logs in place, you are helping contribute to a healthy and
vibrant species community.
Property Slopes
On Ardoch Lake, 100% of properties assessed, had flat, gentle, or moderate slopes. The average slope towards
the lake was observed as approximately 3:1. The steepest slope is greater than or equal to 45˚ while some
properties had no slope.
Stewardship Message
shorelines often suffer greater erosion problems. While shoreline buffers of healthy trees and shrubs are
important on all properties, steeper properties would yield even greater benefit from well-vegetated slopes to
reduce the impacts of erosion from runoff.
Lawns
On Ardoch Lake, the number of properties with lawns, either mowed or regenerative, was observed. 11% of
properties had lawns that were mowed to the water’s edge. When lawn is maintained to the water’s edge,
natural ground cover and native vegetation are no longer present to slow runoff and allow nutrient filtration.
Nutrients, contaminants, pollutants and other harmful substances can be easily carried into the lake by runoff
and can harm water quality and local ecological integrity. Lawn grasses also have short root systems and do not
bind the soil well, which can lead to problems with erosion and increased sediment deposition.
Figure 12 Lawn types
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Stewardship Message
In areas close to shore, a lawn is generally not a good choice of ground cover. Half of precipitation runs off a
mowed lawn directly into the lake, instead of returning to a natural groundwater source. If shoreline property
owners wish to mitigate this, they could consider allowing vegetation to regenerate on its own or by actively
planting native trees, shrubs, grasses, or alternative ground cover. The roots of the vegetation will grip the soil
which can help prevent erosion. Allowing mowed lawns to regenerate to a more natural state promotes water
conservation and protects surface and groundwater resources. Properties with regenerative lawns are
encouraged to allow this natural process to continue and to enhance regeneration by planting native trees and
shrubs.
Next steps
The shoreline is the convergence zone between the land and water, commonly referred to as the ribbon of life.
This area provides tremendous importance not only to humans for recreational purposes, but also to wildlife
and the overall health of a lake. These shoreline areas present a unique opportunity for people to help protect
the environment and reduce their footprint.
The benefits of natural shorelines are immense. The presence of native plant species help to stabilize soil,
reduce erosion and improve water quality. A good underground root network helps to keep soil in place, while a
healthy buffer of vegetation prevents topsoil from being exposed and washed away. Shoreline vegetation, such
as aquatic plants have the ability to absorb wave energy. This reduces the impact of erosion created by waves,
therefore limiting the need for hardened materials such as retaining walls. Natural vegetation along your
shoreline can also provide privacy from neighboring properties and can lessen the amount of noise generated by
boats and other recreational activities. Trees and other native vegetation improve air quality, lower
temperatures and minimize extra energy costs associated with cooling.
Natural buffers also provide critical habitat for wildlife, both aquatic and terrestrial. They improve habitat for
fish by shading and cooling water and also provide protective cover for birds, mammals and other wildlife that
feed, breed and rear young near water. Allowing a natural buffer to grow can cut down on the time required for
yard maintenance and alleviate the financial expense associated with landscaping.
It is important when naturalizing areas to choose only native species. Exotic species which are not native to the
area can be extremely invasive, reproduce rapidly and remove wildlife habitat by choking out large natural
areas. It is critical to understand how invasive species can affect the overall health of a lake by threatening the
livelihood of native fish, plants and animals. The lake community must work together to raise public awareness
and help promote responsible stewardship. By practicing prevention and continual education efforts, the
community can reduce the spread of additional invasive species.
This report has been created for the lake association and community to utilize as an environmental stewardship
guide. Ardoch Lake property owners are encouraged to continue to use their shoreline property report as an
additional individualized resource to learn more about how to protect their shoreline properties and reduce
their environmental footprint. Following the stewardship actions outlined in this report and working to maintain
natural shorelines, residents can unite and make a positive change for the greater good of their lake.
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List of Tables and Figures
Table 1
Characteristics of Ardoch and Malcolm Lakes
Table 2
Lake Trophic Status Classification
Table 3
Ministry of the Environment Dissolved Oxygen PWQO for cold and warm water biota
Table 4
Lake Stratification
Table 5
Table 6
Septic Inspection Reports 2014 and 2015
Table 7.1
Development Status of property on Ardoch Lake
Table 7.2
Development Status of Property on Malcolm Lake
Figure 1
Spring Total Phosphorus Results for Ardoch Euphotic Zone 2004-2014
Figure 2
Spring, Summer, Fall Total Phosphorous Concentrations
Figure 3
Ardoch Lake – Total Phosphorus 1 Metre off the Bottom
Figure 4
Malcolm Lake Spring Total Phosphorous Levels Euphotic Zone
Figure 6
Malcolm Lake Total Phosphorus 1 metre off bed of lake
Figure 7
Ardoch
Figure 8
Malcolm Spring, Summer and Fall Chlorophyll.a Levels
Figure 9
Ardoch Lake Spring, Summer and Fall Secchi Disc Depth
Figure 10
Malcolm Lake Spring, Summer and Fall Secchi Disc Depth
Figure 11
Ardoch Lake Annual Mean pH Levels
Figure 12
Malcolm Lake Annual Mean pH Levels
Figure 13
Ardoch Lake 2012 Dissolved Oxygen and Temperature Profiles
Figure 14
Malcolm Lake 2012 Dissolve Oxygen and Temperature Profiles
Spring, summer, and fall Chlorophyll.a Levels
REFERENCES

Lake Planning Handbook for Community Groups- FOCA and Haliburton Highlands Stewardship
Council

North Frontenac Official Plan
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North Frontenac Zoning By-laws

FOCA Risk Management Manual

State of the Lake Environment Reports(MVCA)
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Canonto Lake Stewardship Plan

Fourteen Island and Mink Lakes(FIMLA) Lake Stewardship Plan

Report on the State of Otty Lake and its Watershed

Away Back in Clarendon & Miller, C.A. Armstrong, North Frontenac Printing Service, (1976)

Lake Planning Handbook for Community Groups, FOCA Publication

Canonto Lake Stewardship Plan, Canonto Lake Property Owners’ Association (2012)

Fourteen Island and Mink Lakes (FIMLA) Lake Stewardship Plan (2012)

Otty Lake Stewardship Lake Plan, Otty Lake Association

Love Your Lake: Healthy Shorelines for Healthy Lakes, Resources & Downloads

North & Central Frontenac 2015 Recreation Guide, Township Publication

Invasive Plant Species, Credit Valley Conservation publication

The Baitfish Primer: A Guide to Identifying and Protecting Ontario’s Baitfish Becky Cudmore &
Nicholas E. Mandrak, Ministry of Natural Resources of Ontario publication

The Shore Primer: A Cottager’s Guide to a Healthy Waterfront, Ray Ford, Cottage Life /Fisheries
and Ocean Canada
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The Dock Primer: A Cottager’s Guide to Waterfront- Friendly Docks, Max Burns, Cottage
Life/Fisheries Ocean Canada

A Shoreline Owner’s Guide to Healthy Waterfronts, Rideau Valley Conservation Authority
publication

The Naturally Rich Frontenacs, Frontenac Stewardship Council Publication

The Fish Habitat Primer: A Guide to Understanding Freshwater Fish Habitat in Ontario, Fisheries
and Oceans Canada Publication

FOCA (Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Association) Lake Stewards Newsletter (2014)

Breeding Bird Atlas of Ontario
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bna.birds.cornell.edu

The Sibley Guide to Birds

frontenacbirds.ca
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MINUTES of the Public Meeting of Council for The Corporation of the Township of North
Frontenac, held August 12, 2016, at the Clar Mill Fire Hall, Upstairs Meeting Room, 6648
Road 506, Plevna, Ontario.
PRESENT: Mayor Ron Higgins; Deputy Mayor Perry; and Councillor Wayne Good - Ward
1; Councillor Vernon Hermer and Councillor Gerry Martin – Ward 2; and Councillor Denis
Bedard and Councillor John Inglis – Ward 3.
ALSO PRESENT: Cheryl Robson, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO); Eric Korhonen,
Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief; Jim Phillips, Public Works Manager (PWM)
Tara Mieske, Clerk/Planning Manager; and Reid Shepherd, Contract Planner.
1. PUBLIC MEETING - CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the Meeting to Order at 9:00 a.m.
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2. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
None declared.
Moved by Councillor Good, Seconded by Councillor Martin
#365-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the Agenda for the Public Meeting of Council
dated August 12, 2016 regarding the proposed amendments to the Renewable Energy and
Sustainability Policies of the Township’s Official Plan.
Carried
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4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
a) Joe Gallivan, Director of Planning and Economic Development, County of Frontenac
– Draft Official Plan Amendment Number 07 – Renewable Energy and Sustainability.
Moved by Councillor Good, Seconded by Councillor Martin
#366-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives for information the Director of Planning &
Economic Development’s Administrative Report entitled “Draft Official Plan Amendment
Number 07 – Renewable Energy and Sustainability”;
AND THAT Council will consider public comment or suggestions made during the Public
Meeting;
AND THAT, further to public comment, Council will consider a By-law later in the Regular
Council Meeting, under the By-law Section to amend the Township Official Plan.
Carried
5. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
Councillor Inglis asked because 2/3 of the land in North Frontenac is Crown Land does the
Official Plan apply to Crown Land. Shepherd advised the Official Plan does not
differentiate between private and Crown lands.
Councillor Martin advised there are former mining operations which are being considered to
be mined again. He asked if there are provisions in the Official Plan with respect to this.
Shepherd advised there are policies in the Official Plan and it would depend on the
proposal and impact of the proposal as to whether the operations would be in compliance
with the Official Plan policies.
Public Council Minutes – Official Plan Amendment
August 12, 2016
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Councillor Inglis asked how “large scale” would be defined or if there is a number which
would indicate the project is “large scale”. Shepherd advised you cannot add a number
without one the policy is more flexible. It would depend on the impact of the project as well
as the number of turbines.
Deputy Mayor Perry asked if the policy encourages small water generators. Shepherd
advised this is specified in the policy. Inglis noted a small scale hydro generator has been
proposed in Almonte and this has raised public opposition.
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
None.
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7. BY-LAW TO AMEND THE OFFICIAL PLAN – deferred to Regular Council Meeting to
follow today.
8. PUBLIC MEETING CLOSED
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MAYOR
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CLERK
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August 12, 2016
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MINUTES of the Regular Meeting of Council for The Corporation of the Township of North
Frontenac, held August 12, 2016, at the Clar Mill Fire Hall, Upstairs Meeting Room, 6648
Road 506, Plevna, Ontario (following the Public Meeting regarding an Official Plan
Amendment).
PRESENT: Mayor Ron Higgins; Deputy Mayor Fred Perry; and Councillor Wayne Good Ward 1; Councillor Vernon Hermer and Councillor Gerry Martin – Ward 2; Councillor Denis
Bedard and Councillor John Inglis – Ward 3.
ALSO PRESENT: Cheryl Robson, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO); Eric Korhonen,
Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief; Jim Phillips, Public Works Manager (PWM) and
Tara Mieske, Clerk/Planning Manager.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Higgins at 9:15 a.m.
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Moved by Councillor Hermer, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Perry
#367-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the Agenda for the Regular Meeting of Council
dated August 12, 2016, as circulated.
Carried
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Councillor Bedard declared an interest in Agenda Item #10 – Bills and Accounts.
4. DELEGATIONS
None.
#368-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adopts the Minutes of a Regular Meeting of Council
dated July 22, 2016, as circulated.
Carried
a) Resolution #228-16 – Conditional Building Permit Agreement – Tatum (By-law to be
considered under Section 14 of the Council Agenda)
#369-16
WHEREAS Council passed Resolution #228-16, approving of Tatum building on the
Township owned Shore Road Allowance, subject to Tatum entering into a Conditional
Building Permit Agreement with the Township prepared by Cunningham Swan;
AND WHEREAS Cunningham Swan has prepared the Conditional Permit, including the
$1,000.00 security deposit which has been paid by Tatum;
THEREFORE BE IT REOLVED THAT Council receives for information the Conditional
Building Permit Agreement and will consider a Signing By-law later in the Meeting.
Carried
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August 12, 2016
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b) Resolution #348-16 – Building Department Fees Proposed Changes – Amend Public
Meeting Date to September 2, 2016 to allow 21 Days’ Notice
#370-16
WHEREAS Council passed Resolution #348-16 instructing the Clerk to give notice of a
Public Meeting on August 12, 2016 for Jeremy Neven, Chief Building Official to present the
proposed fee changes to the Building Permit Fees in accordance with the Ontario Building
Code;
AND WHEREAS per Section 1.9.1.2.(1)(a) of the Ontario Building Code, a Principle
Authority shall hold a public meeting as required under Subsection 7(6) of the Building
Code Act;
AND WHEREAS the Clerk did not have time to provide the required 21 days’ Notice
following the July 22, 2016 meeting;
THEREFORE BE IT REOLVED THAT Council directs the Clerk to give Notice of the Public
Meeting on September 2, 2016 to present the proposed fee changes.
Carried
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c) Resolution #332-16 – Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Delegation re: Algonquin
Land Claim Parcel Updates
#371-16
WHEREAS Council passed Resolution #332-16 instructing the Clerk to invite Lise Roy of
the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) to do a presentation to Council
regarding the Algonquin Land Claims Parcel update;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the email from Lise Roy dated
July 20, 2016 advising additional time is needed for the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First
Nations to clarify and resolve certain matters before the next stage of negotiations can
continue;
AND THAT the final stages of the negotiations is expected to take approximately five
years, with consultations with local municipalities being a priority for Ontario;
AND THAT MMAH will not be making a presentation to Council at this time;
AND THAT Council requests MMAH provide new information to Council when it becomes
available and/or the First Nations matter is resolved.
Carried
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7. COMMUNICATIONS – Clerk’s Administrative Report
A: Received for Information:
#372-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives Section A Items of the Clerk’s Administrative
Report entitled Communications of Interest, as set out below, for information:
1. July 19, 2016 – County of Renfrew re: Draft Official Plan;
2. June 21, 2016 – County of Frontenac re: Support for Township of South Frontenac
Motion Regarding Large Renewable Procurement Initiatives;
3. July 13, 2016 – Glenn Thibeault, Minister of Energy re: Arrangement of Meeting with
Mayor Ron Higgins;
4. July 20, 2016 – Media Release re: Regional Frontenac Brand Approved Launched
by County Council;
5. July 20, 2016 – Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport re: Launch of Ontario’s First
Culture Strategy;
6. July 22, 2016 – Legal Matters re: Summer 2016 Edition;
7. August 2, 2016 – Thank you Card from Lucas and Cassandra Parks-Delyea re:
Flowers in Memory of Donald Delyea;
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8. August 2, 2016 – Prince Edward County re: Special Symposium Regarding Wind
Turbine Policy Being Held on August 14;
9. August 2, 2016 – North Frontenac Delegation Meeting With Parliamentary Assistant
to the Minister of Energy at the AMO Conference re: Renewable Energy;
10. August 3, 2016 – OPP Letter re: Attendance at the Next AMO Conference August
14-17;
11. August 3, 2016 – Patrick Brown, MPP re: Invitation to the Ontario PC Caucus’ AMO
Reception;
12. August 3, 2016 – Municipality of Wawa re: Letter to Ministry of Northern
Development and Mines Concerning Power Dam Compensatory Program;
13. August 3, 2016 – Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) re: Upcoming
Rabies Control Operations.
Carried
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B: Action Items:
B1. August 2, 2016 – Bon Echo Area Residents Against Turbines (BEARAT) re: BBQ
Fundraiser on September 4, 2016 at Clar Mill Hall
#373-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives for information an email dated July 29, 2016
from Robert Haynes of Bon Echo Area Residents Against Turbines (BEARAT) regarding a
Corn Roast/Bar-B-Q Fundraiser to be held on Sunday, September 4, 2016.
Carried
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B2. August 3, 2016 – Connie Halliday, President, South Palmerston Community Centre
(SPCC) re: Refurbishing and Repainting the Existing Exterior Sign at Snow Road Station
Moved by Councillor Hermer, Seconded by Councillor Martin
#374-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives for information a letter dated August 3, 2016
from Connie Halliday, President, South Palmerston Community Centre (SPCC) Board,
requesting permission to refurbish and repaint the exterior sign of the SPCC and change
the design of the exterior sign at the SPCC;
AND THAT Council defers this until Council determines how they are going to incorporate
the Frontenac branding and Council is concerned with the costs.
Carried
8. COUNCIL, CAO AND MANAGERS’ ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
a) Public Works Manager – Second Re-Use Exchange Event Day;
Moved by Councillor Martin, Seconded by Councillor Hermer
#375-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives for information the Public Works Manager’s
Administrative Report entitled “Second Re-Use Exchange Event Day”.
Carried
b) Public Works Manager – Update – 2016 2nd Quarter – Monthly Comparison of Bags of
Household Waste to Bags of Blue Box Recycling
#376-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Public Works Manager’s Administrative
Report entitled “Update – 2016 2nd Quarter – Monthly Comparison of Bags of Household
Waste to Bags of Blue Box Recycling” for information purposes.
Carried
Note: PWM left the meeting at this time
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c) Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief – Clarendon Miller Volunteer Firefighters
Association Proposed Purchase for Station 3, Volunteer Firefighters
#377-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives for information the Director of Emergency
Service/Fire Chief’s Administrative Report entitled “Clarendon Miller Volunteer Firefighters
Association proposed purchase for Station 3, Volunteer Firefighters”;
AND THAT Council approves the request from the Clarendon Miller Volunteer Firefighters
Association (CMVFA) requesting Council’s permission to donate “Globe Supreme”
Structural Foot Gear” for Members of the North Frontenac Fire Department - Clarendon
Miller Station; and per the Township’s Procurement Policy three quotes shall be obtained
where possible for purchases between $1,000 and $5,000;
AND THAT Council requests the Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief (in consultation
with the CMVFA) obtain three quotes and order the Globe Supreme Structural Foot Gear;
and the Municipal Treasurer to pay the vendor directly and invoice the Association for their
donation; and that once purchased the boots will become Municipal property;
AND THAT Council wishes to express their appreciation to the Clarendon Miller Volunteer
Firefighters Association for their donation.
Carried
Note: DES/FC left the meeting at this time
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d) Clerk/Planning Manager – Shore Road Allowance Closure and Sale By-law – Webb
Moved by Councillor Hermer, Seconded by Councillor Good
#378-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive for information the Clerk/Planning Manager’s
Administrative Report entitled “Shore Road Allowance Closure and Sale By-law – Webb”;
AND THAT, as required by By-law #22-15,
• ALL THAT PART of the Shore Road Allowance around Kashwakamak Lake lying
adjacent to Lot 318, Registered Plan No. 1045, geographic Township of Barrie,
Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac being Part 1 on Registered Plan
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be declared as surplus and sold to the adjoining owners. An appraisal of this property is not
necessary as this is Shore Road Allowance;
AND THAT Council will consider a By-law later in the Meeting to Stop-up, Close and Sell a
Portion of the Shore Road Allowance.
Carried
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e) Clerk/Planning Manager – Shore Road Allowance Application for Approval in Principle –
Ward
#379-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives for information the Clerk/Planning Manager’s
Administrative Report entitled “Shore Road Allowance Application for Approval in Principle
– Ward”;
AND THAT Council approves in principle the Application to close, stop up and sell the
Shoreline Road Allowance as described below:
•
Part of the Shore Road Allowance around Mazinaw Lake, lying adjacent to Part
of Lot 41, Range B, geographic Township of Barrie (Ward).
Carried
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9. EXTERNAL COMMITTEES/LOCAL BOARDS/TASK FORCE NOTES AND
REPORTS
a) Economic Development Task Force Notes dated July 20, 2016
#380-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives for information the Notes of the Economic
Development Task Force dated July 20, 2016.
Carried
b) Committee of Adjustment/Planning Advisory Committee Minutes dated June 20, 2016
#381-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives for information the Minutes of a Meeting of the
Committee of Adjustments/Planning Advisory Committee dated June 20, 2016.
Carried
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Note: Councillor Martin noted he was present at the Committee Meeting but his name was
missed in the Minutes. The Clerk advised she would amend through the Committee
process.
10. BILLS AND ACCOUNTS
a) Vouchers received for information
Councillor Bedard had declared a pecuniary interest at the beginning of the Meeting and
refrained from participating in discussion or voting.
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#382-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the following Voucher Payment Details in the
amount of $616,285.66 for information purposes:
• July 13, 2016
@
$448,692.52
• July 20, 2016
@
$126,544.71
• July 27, 2016
@
$ 41,048.43
Carried
11. MOTIONS, WRITTEN NOTICE OF WHICH HAS BEEN GIVEN
None.
12. GIVING NOTICE OF A MOTION (By a Member of Council to the Clerk for Council’s
Consideration for Inclusion on the next Meeting Agenda)
None.
13. COUNCIL PORTFOLIO (Verbal Reports)
a) County Business
Mayor Higgins and
Councillor Inglis
Councillor Inglis
Deputy Mayor Perry
b) Aboriginal Issues
c) Conservation
• Conservationists of Frontenac Addington
• Mazinaw Area Fish and Wildlife Committee
d) Clar-Mill Community Archives Liaison
Councillor Martin
e) Mississippi Valley Conservation
Councillor Martin
Moved by Councillor Bedard, Seconded by Councillor Inglis
#383-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council instructs the Clerk to prepare a notice in consultation
with Councillor Martin to be placed on the website, in the newspaper and circulated to the
August 12, 2016
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Cottage Associations and local businesses regarding the drought conditions and the
Conservation Authority’s updates.
Carried
f) Health
Deputy Mayor Perry
• Representative on the Lakelands Family Health
Team Committee with ADHL
g) North Frontenac Trails Enhancements
Councillor Bedard
• Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance
• Trail Organizations
• Trail Enhancement
h) Social Services Envelope
Councillor Hermer
• Liaison with Seniors’ Clubs to determine
Special skills/interests
• Contact for the Land O’ Lakes Community Services
And the North Frontenac Community Services
• Representative on the Joint Management Committee
For Pine Meadow
• Community Living North Frontenac Council Liaison
• County of Frontenac’s Affordable Seniors Housing Committee
i) Youth Education
Mayor Higgins
• Liaison with Clarendon Central School; North Addington
Education Centre and Granite Ridge Schools
• Inform students about experiences and responsibilities
of Municipal Council
j) Lake Associations:
• Ward 1:
Deputy Mayor Perry
• Ward 2:
Councillor Martin
• Ward 3:
Councillor Inglis
k) Strategic Plan Goals Progress Reports
1. Enhance Economic Development Initiatives:
a) Attract and Encourage Investment
Mayor Higgins
b) Economic Development Task Force – Provide and
maintain an Economic Development Strategic Plan Councillor Inglis
2. Enhance Public Education
Mayor Higgins
3. Improve Branding/Marketing/Signage
CAO
4. Establish Collaborative Working Relationships with
Government Bodies
Mayor Higgins
l) Renewable Energy
Mayor Higgins
• Industrial Wind Turbine Projects
• Solar Projects
m) Rural Mayors’ Forum of Eastern Ontario
Mayor Higgins
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#384-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT leave be given the Mover to introduce the following By-laws that
have been circulated to all members of Council and that these By-laws be read a first and
second time:
a) #63-16 – To Close, Stop Up and Sell a Shore Road Allowance – Webb;
August 12, 2016
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b) #64-16 – To Adopt Official Plan Amendment Number 7 re: Renewable Energy and
Sustainability Policy;
c) #65-16 – To Sign Indemnity Agreement – Hooper;
d) #66-16 – To Sign Indemnity Agreement – Vachon;
e) #67-16 – To Sign Indemnity Agreement – Lansing;
f) #68-16 – To Sign a Conditional Building Permit – Tatum.
Carried
Moved by Councillor Bedard, Seconded by Councillor Hermer
#385-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following By-laws be read a third time, signed, sealed and
finally passed:
a) #63-16 – To Close, Stop Up and Sell a Shore Road Allowance – Webb;
b) #64-16 – To Adopt Official Plan Amendment Number 7 re: Renewable Energy and
Sustainability Policy;
c) #65-16 – To Sign Indemnity Agreement – Hooper;
d) #66-16 – To Sign Indemnity Agreement – Vachon;
e) #67-16 – To Sign Indemnity Agreement – Lansing;
f) #68-16 – To Sign a Conditional Building Permit – Tatum.
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15. PUBLIC FORUM (If the Council Meeting is completed in less than three (3) consecutive
hours, the Mayor shall invite questions from the gallery, provided question is pertinent to
today’s agenda items only.)
None.
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16. CLOSED SESSION
None.
17. RISE AND REPORT (Overview of the Closed Session by the Presiding Officer)
None.
18. CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Moved by Councillor Hermer, Seconded by Councillor Bedard
#386-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #69-16, being a By-law to confirm all actions and
proceedings of Council for its Regular Meeting held August 12, 2016 be read a first and
second time.
Carried
Moved by Councillor Bedard, Seconded by Councillor Hermer
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #69-16 be read a third time and finally passed.
Carried
#387-16
19. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Hermer, Seconded by Councillor Bedard
#388-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adjourns the Meeting at 10:23 a.m. until September 2,
2016 or at the call of the Chair.
Carried
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MAYOR
August 12, 2016
Page 7 of 7
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CLERK
MINUTES of the Emergency Management Program Committee (EMPC) Meeting held on
Friday, June 10, 2016, at the Clar Mill Firehall, Upstairs Meeting Room, 6648 Road 506,
Plevna, Ontario.
PRESENT: Councillor Wayne Good, Chair; and Councillor Bedard -Member.
ABSENT WITH REGRETS: Deputy Mayor Perry.
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ALSO PRESENT: Eric Korhonen Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief/CEMC and
Brooke Drechsler, Deputy Clerk/Assistant to the Planning Manager/Alternate CEMC.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:32 p.m.
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Bedard, Seconded by Councillor Good
#12-16
“BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee approves the Agenda for the Emergency
Management Program Committee Meeting dated June 10, 2016, as circulated.”
None declared.
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4. DELEGATIONS
None.
“BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee approves the Minutes of a Meeting of the
Emergency Management Program Committee dated May 20, 2016, as circulated.”
#13-16
6. BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF MINUTES
a) Motion #04-16 re: Replacement of Community Control Group Member(s) – Verbal Update
from CEMC (See attached)
#14-16
“WHEREAS the Committee passed Motion #04-16 approving the recommendations for the
replacement of members on the Community Control Group (CCG);
AND WHEREAS the CEMC was directed to approach the person(s) recommended for these
positions and to obtain their consent and to amend the Emergency Plan with these changes;
THERFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee receives for information a verbal update
from the CEMC regarding the replacement CCG member and advising the Emergency Plan
has been updated;
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NOTE: Per the Procedural and Code of Conduct Policy, these motions have been approved in principle by the
Emergency Management Program Committee (EMPC) and shall become Resolutions of Council only on Council’s
adoption of the Minutes of the EMPC Meeting.
AND THAT the acting Fire Chief will be added to the CCG list by the CEMC and the amended
list will be brought back to the next meeting.”
b) Motion #06-16 re: Updates to Appendix C of the North Frontenac Emergency Response
Plan Regarding the “Community Resources” – Verbal Update from CEMC (See attached
Appendix C)
#15-16
“WHEREAS the Committee passed Motion #06-16 instructing the CEMC to make
amendments/updates to Appendix C of the North Frontenac Emergency Response Plan, being
the “Community Resources”;
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THERFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee receives for information a verbal update
from the CEMC regarding the status of the amendments/updates to Appendix C to date.”
c) Motion #10-16 re: Media Relations Training for Public Information Officer and Alternate –
Verbal Update from CEMC
#16-16
WHEREAS the Committee passed Motion #10-16 instructing the CEMC to contact the Public
Information Officer and Alternate to inquire as to the availability of Media Relations Training on
October 19, 2016;
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AND WHEREAS the CEMC was instructed to determine if this training has been included in
the 2016 Budget;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee receives for information a verbal
update from the CEMC being that there is adequate funds in the 2016 budget for two
attendees.”
7. NEW BUSINESS
a) Review and Update of Appendix A4 – Emergency Directory
#17-16
“BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee has reviewed Appendix A4 of the North Frontenac
Emergency Response Plan, being the “Emergency Directory” and instructs the CEMC to make
the amendments/updates as discussed today;
AND THAT the Committee approves the changes made by the CEMC and further changes
which will be provided at the next meeting.”
b) By-law #43-16 – Chain of Command in Emergency
#18-16
“BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee receives for information By-law #43-16, passed by
the Council of North Frontenac at their Regular Meeting on May 20, 2016, being the “Chain of
Command” to be instituted in the event of an emergency.”
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8. COMMUNICATIONS
a) May 5, 2016 – CTV News re: Fort McMurray Evacuees Question Emergency
Preparedness;
b) May 25, 2016 – Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo re: Re-Entry Plan Back into Fort
McMurray.
#19-16
“BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee receives for information the communications
circulated in the Agenda, entitled:
a) May 5, 2016 – CTV News re: Fort McMurray Evacuees Question Emergency
Preparedness;
b) May 25, 2016 – Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo re: Re-Entry Plan Back into Fort
McMurray.”
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9. ADJOURNMENT
#20-16
“BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee adjourns the meeting at 1:11 p.m. until August 12,
2016 or at the call of the Chair.”
Approved in Principle by the Committee on ________________________.
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Approved by the Committee _______________________2016.
Approved by Council ___________________2016.
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Mayor
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Clerk
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COMMUNITY CONTROL GROUP
Title
Name
Bus. Phone
MAYOR
Ron Higgins
613-479-2231
Deputy Mayor
Fred Perry
613-479-2231
Alternate
CAO/OPERATIONS
OFFICER
Cheryl Robson
Alternate
TREASURER
Alternate
FIRE CHIEF
Alternate
613-479-2231
Corey Klatt
613-479-2231
Kelly Watkins
613-479-2231
Sandra Lessard
613-479-2231
Eric Korhonen
613-479-0072
George Clement
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Eric Korhonen
613-479-0072
Alternate
EVACUATION
COORDINATOR
Brooke Drechsler
613-479-2231
Jason Lemke
613-476-2231
Alternate
Vern Martyn
LOGISTICS
Brian Moffitt
Alternate
Steve Sunderland
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O.P.P.
Alternate
Sharron Brown
Detachment Commander
Frontenac Detachment
Sargent on Duty
613-372-1932
Jim Phillips
613-479-2231
Gregg Wise
613-479-2231
PUBLIC WORKS
MANAGER
Alternate
Revised Appendix A – June 2016
613-372-1932
EXT. 6910
Res. Phone
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Title
Name
Bus. Phone
KFLA – PUBLIC
HEALTH
Matthew Doyle
613-336-8989
Fax: 613-336-0522
Sarah Ryding
613-549-1232 ext 1243
Alternate
Res. Phone
Fax: 613-549-7896
NFCS
RED CROSS
Andrew Vail
613-403-6288
613-540-5350
EMS
Dave Gemmill
613-389-7790 ext. 410
Mark Podgers
613-389-7790 ext. 412
Alternate
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Alternate
Tammy McQuigge
613-479-2231
Sandra Lessard
613-479-2231
PUBLIC INFORMATION
OFFICER
Stan Seitz
Alternate
Corey Klatt
CITIZEN INQUIRY
CONTACT
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Judy Tooley
613-479-2231
613-479-2231
IT TECHNICIAN/MAPPING
COORDINATOR
Dave Millard
613 548-9400 Ext. 340
Kevin Farrell
613-548-9400 Ext. 351
Charlene Godfrey,
Central Frontenac IT
613-279-2935 Ext.245
Alternate
Revised Appendix A – June 2016
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AREA ACCOMODATIONS
WARD 1
Bayview Cottage Resort
By the Bay Cottages
Cuddy’s Pine Cove Camp
Camp’s Bay Cottages
Gull Lake Cottages
Hyatt Glen Haven Cottages
Kirk’s Cove Cottages
Lancaster’s Resort
Loon’s Call Resort
Marble Lake Lodge
Myers Cave Resort
Woodcrest Resort
WARD 2
Brule View Lodge
Fernleigh Lodge
Krings Cottages
Lenich Lodge
Lucky Lake Camp
Pleasantview Lodge
Pine Lake Cottages
Tooley Lodge
Twin Oaks Lodge
Whites Pine Lake Cottages
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Big Gull Lake
Mississagagon Lake
Big Gull Lake
Big Gull Lake
Big Gull Lake
Big Gull Lake
Big Gull Lake
Mississagagon Lake
Marble Lake
Marble Lake
Marble Lake
Kashwakamak Lake
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Brule Lake
Kashwakamak Lake
Sand Lake
Sand Lake
Lucky Lake
Brule Lake
Pine Lake
Mackie Lake
Kashwakamak Lake
Pine Lake
WARD 3
Beautiful Bed & Breakfast
Green Lake Cottages
Land O’ Lakes Lodge
Mosque Lake Lodge
Morrow’s Cottages
Palmerston Lake Cottages
Trout Lake Hotel
Tumblehome Lodge
West Palmerston Cottages
Young’s Cottages
Hwy. 509 (Beaver Ranch)
Green Lake
Crotch Lake
Mosque Lake
Crotch Lake
Palmerston Lake
Ompah
Crotch Lake
Palmerston Lake
Palmerston Lake
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TRAILER PARKS IN NORTH FRONTENAC TOWNSHIP
Business Name
Address
Ardoch Falls
5891 Ardoch Road
Bishop Lake Trailer Park
Hwy. 41 Cloyne
Bon Echo Family Camp
Head Road, Cloyne
Bon Echo Provincial Park
Hwy. 41, Cloyne
By the Bay Cottages
2819 Road 506
Cedar Lodge
1120 Head Road
Cooperston Trailer Park
5599 Ardoch Road
Gull Lake Cottages & Camping
Gull Lake Road
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Holiday Haven Trailer Park
Highway 41
Lancaster Resort
1045 Lancaster Lane
Loon’s Call Trailer Park
Marble Lake Lodge
Pine Lake Trailer Park
Sherwood Park Campground
Tumblehome Lodge
Marble Lake Road
Marble Lake Rd & Rd. 506
4635 Ardoch Road
1141 Road 506
1092 Lodge Road
Twin Cedars Campground
1115 Marble Lake Road
West Palmerston Cottages
Road 509, Ompah
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Woodcrest Park
Phone
1570 Myers Cave Road
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COMMUNITY RESOURCE DIRECTORY
SEE Shared/Recreation and Economic Development/Economic Development/
Community Business Directory
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INVENTORY - OMPAH STATION
Office
3 – 2 drawer filing cabinets
1 – Base Radio
1 – desk
1 – printer/copier/fax machine
1 – overhead projector
1 – screen
Miscellaneous office equipment and supplies
Garage
1 – heavy duty battery charger
1 – SRT heavy duty booster cables
1 – air compressor
1 – extension cord
1 – trouble light
2 – snow shovels
2 – floor brooms
1 – Wall mount pressure washer
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Apparatus
Unit #P511
2011 Pumper
Unit #S511
2004 Explorer
Unit #WL511
2009 F250 4x4 Pick up
Unit #ATV511
2009 All Terrain Vehicle
Unit UTL511
2009 Utility Trailer
Unit #M511
2007 Boat
1 Rescue basket and trailer
Equipment
1 – 11HP Honda Pump
2 – Wajax Mark III Forestry Pumps
1 – 3500 watt Honda Generator
6 – 5 gal pails Micel foam
2 – fire axes
2 – 10’ hard suction
Miscellaneous fire fighting apparatus
5 – 1 ½” adjustable nozzles
19 – 50’ 2 ½” hose
23 – 50’ 1 ½” hose
1 – medical 02 kit
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Miscellaneous medical equipment
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2 – large tarps
2 – stop signs and cones
2 – portable spot lights and stands
12 – complete bunker suits, boots, helmets, gloves, hoods
3 – oxygen bottles
6 – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
1 – Porta Tank
INVENTORY
CLARENDON-MILLER FIRE STATION
Office
1 – Base Radio
2 – Desk
1 – Laptop
1 – Fax machine
1 – Printer/Copier
1 – overhead projector
1 – Filing Cabinet
2 – Shelving
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Garage
1 – tool box equipment
Maintenance supplies ect., oil, antifreeze
1 – 40’ extension ladder
1 – porta tank
1 – pressure washer ‘gas powered’
1 – 12’ ladder
1 – 150’ 1 ½” hose
2 – 2 ½” intake hose
5 – 5 gallon pails F-500 foam
1 – battery charger
3 – push brooms
2 – squeegees
2 – scrub brooms
1 – shovel
1 – 20’ extension ladder
1 – shop vacuum
1 – box flares
1 – fire hose reel
1 – 200’ 2 ½” hose
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Clarendon-Miller Inventory
35 – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus bottles
1 – axe
1 – Wild Land Back pak
1 – dolley
1 – 2 ½” suction hose
3 – case fluorescent lights
2 – oxygen bottles
2 – wheel chairs
1 – black board
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Apparatus
Unit #P531
2009 Pumper
5 – SCBA, 1 – strainer, 4 – 5 gallon pails F-500 foam, 2 – 6” suction hoses, 13 – lengths of 1 ½” hose
11 – lengths of 2 1/1” hose, 10 – lengths 4” high vol., 1 – porta tank, 5 – air bottles, 1 – hose clamp
1 – hydraulic jack, 2 – extension ladders, 3 – nozzles, 2 – fire extinguishers, 1 – mobile radio, 1 – bolt cutters
1 – flash light, 1 – Thermal camera, 1 – axe, 1 – pry bar, 1 – chain saw , Vehicle blocking, 1 – roof saw
1 – exhause fan, 1 – exhaust fan, various connections and fittings, 2 – portable saw horses,
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Unit #T531
1996 Tanker
1 – power ice auger, 1 – strainer, 1 – 2 ½” intake hose, 3 – lengths 1 ½” hose, 2 – lengths 2 ½” hose
1 – axe, 1 – mobile radio, 1 – flash light, 2 – talk about radios
Unit #WL531
1990 Wildfire 4x4 Truck
2400’ of 1 ½” hose, 1 – wajax pump, 2 – intake hoses, 1 – gas can, 1 – tool kit, 1 – mobile radio, 4 – talk
about radios
Unit #S531
1995 Equipment van
9 – shovels, 4 – rakes, 1 – generator, 1 – extension cords, 2 – stop signs, 1 – push broom, 1 – boxes flares
10 – SCBA bottles, 4 – tarps, 2 – chain kits, 40’ of 1” rope, 1 – saws all, 2 – fixed emergency lights,
1 – booster cable, 1 – trauma kit, 2 – bunker suits, 4 – float coats, 6 – hard hats, 2 – back board
1 – portable stretcher, 1 – pairs hip fire boots, 4 – oxygen bottles, 3 – flash hoods, 4 – flash light
1 – ABC fire extinguisher, 1 – F-500 fire extinguisher, 4 – portable radios, 4 – traffic vests
3 – chemical spill suits, 1 – life pak 1000 defib unit, 1 – OscilloMate 9002 – unit, 6 – traffic cone
1 - ked jackets
Unit #ATV531
Unit #UTL531
Unit#M531
n/a
Boat
Unit #UTL532
2006 Marine Trailer
Unit #C531
2015 Chiefs 4x4 Truck
Rescue Basket and Trailer w/ski kit
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INVENTORY - SNOW ROAD STATION
Office
35 – chairs
1 – table
1 – desk with extension
1 – 19” TV
1 – VCR
1 – HPL 355 projector
1 – HP Fax, copier, printer, phone
3 – filing cabinets
1 – refrigerator
1 – microwave
Miscellaneous office supplies and equipment
Garage
7 – pairs of long boots
6 – pairs of short boots
19 – coats
16 – helmets
20 – pairs of orange coveralls
12 – pairs leather gloves
12 – pairs of rubber gloves
2 – mobile truck radios
1 – GE base station radio
4 – flash lights
1 – 4” gate valve
7 – air pack cases
2 – 5” suction hoses
1 – Hose washer
2 – 50’ of ½” garden hoses and nozzles
2 – wash brushes
1 – compact air compressor with hose and accessories
1 – battery charger & booster
1 – F-500 foam
Miscellaneous oils and supplies
1 – large cooler
1 – 5 gallon plastic gas can
1 – 4l gas can
1 – 22.7L gas container
1 – 10L plastic gas container
1 – Rosco fog machine (Alpha 900)
1 – fixed wall mount pressure washer
1 – craftsman 5.5hp, 60L vacuum cleaner
1 - snow scraper
1 – push broom
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1 – rescue sled
1 – wajax back pump
1 – recording “Annie” doll
1 – lifepak 500T AED training system
32 – rolls 1 ½” fire hose
1 – hospital bed
1 – chain saw case
1 – ceramic heater 1500 watt
1 – windscreen cover
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Apparatus
Unit # P521
2007 Pumper
1 – Kenwood radio with outside speaker and mike system
1 – glass breaker, 6 – lengths 1 ½” fire hose, 9 – lengths 2 ½” fire hose, 1 – porta tank 2000 gal
1 – roof ladder, 1 – 30’ extension ladder, 1 – pike pole, 1 – 1 ½” nozzle
Unit# T521
2013 Tanker E-One
1 – GE radio with new aerial and face plate Dec 2003, 1 – glass breaker, 2 – 22.7L gas container
1 – fire extinguisher, 6 – safety cones, 1 – tow cable, 1 – first aid kit, 4 – safety flares, 4 – premix anti-freeze
2 – packs wild fire hose, 2 – safety cones
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Unit# S521
1988 Equipment Van
1 – Maxtrac300 Radio with PA system, 15 – complete sets bunker gear (helmut, coat, pants and boots)
10 – Nomex/Lenzing flash over hoods, 5 – grace super pass alarms, 22 – SCBA bottles full
1 – set Jaws and spreaders, 1 – set wire stretchers, 2 – halogen work lights, 5 – extension cords
2 – halogen work lights and extension stand, 2 – pry bars, 1 – sawzall, 1 – swing stage pulley and handle
1 – set booster cables, 2 – 3’ cable slings, 6 – round shovels, 1 – back board, 1 – jack all, 1 – ice spud
5 – SCBA’s complete, 1 – 4L gas cans full, 1 – Husqvarna chain saw in case, 2 – 10L gas cans full
1 – Husqvarna 365 special chain saw in case, 1 – 20” blade for chain saw, 1 – 20lb ABC fire extinguisher
4 – flashlights, 2 – mag-lights, 1 – tall safety cone
Unit# WL521
2007 Wildland 4x4 Truck
1 – Kenwood Radio, 1 – Lifepak 1000 Defib, 2 – First Response bags complete, 5 – blankets
5 – safety vests, 6 – neck braces, 1 – rescue sleigh, 3 – back boards, 3 – 02 bottles
1 – sunbeam digital blood pressure monitor, 1 – braun thermoscan ear thermometer
2 – stethoscopes, 2 – hard cover 0xygen rescue bags complete, 1 – fire extinguisher
1 – KED belt extrication device, 1 – survival kit
Unit# ATV521
Unit# UTL521
Unit# LU521
Lighting Unit/Generator
Inventory Snow Road Station cont’
1 – gated Y valve
1 – control nozzle
1 – 6’ step ladder
1 – canvas cover
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21 – rolls of 2 ½” hose & 1 ½” hose
1 – pail foam
2 – tarps
4 – short ropes
1 – long rope
2 – sets chain hoists
Flares
1 – pro-pak portable foam system
1 – length hose
1 – 20lb ABC fire ext.
1 – 5000 watt generator (Coleman)
2 – gallon gas container
2 – axes
2 – 2 ½” suction hoses
3 – air tanks, full
Miscellaneous shop supplies
1 – 2 ½” suction screen
5 – 1 ½” nozzles
1 – 2 ½” to 1 ½” reducer
Assorted fittings
1 – 2 ½” nozzle
2 – 2 ½” filter foot valves
1 – wheel chuck
1 – 2 ½” low water pick-up for porta tank
1 – backpack pump
2 – rolls 1 ½” fire hose
1 – 2” suction screen
1 – 3 gal pail
1 – 4” suction hose
1 – 4” discharge hose
1 – Honda 4” trash pump
1 – 1400 gal porta tank
1 – role 2 ½” hose
1 – tool box with assorted tools and plastic funnel
1 – 4” hose connector
2 – short safety cone
1 – chimney brush
6 – screw on handles
1 – rake
1 – wajax wildfire pump
1 – 2” adapter for wajax pump
1 – 2500’ of 1 ½” hose
1 – 10’ suctions hose
1 – roll 1 ½” hose
2 – hurst jaws of life
1 – pry axe
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1 – hurst ram
2 – set hydraulic hose for equipment
1 – glass saw
8 – motorolla 5100 two-way radios talkabouts
2 – tool boxes for pump and chain saw
1 – 20L gas can for pump
2 – stop-slow signs
1 – set cribbing for extrication
1 – bushnell 10x25 binoculars
3 – tarps
2 – glass breakers
2 – smoke alarms
2 – string mops
1 – 5000 watt Honda Generator, electric start
3 – bags of absorbal
1 – portable cooler-warmer (34L; AC/DC)
1 – tempest power blower 21”
Miscellaneous supplies
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Date
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Council Agenda Item # 7
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
TO:
MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF COUNCIL
FROM:
TARA MIESKE, CLERK/PLANNING MANAGER
DATE OF MEETING:
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
RE:
Communications of Interest to Council
__________________________________________________________________________
A. It is recommended that the following communication of interest to the Township be
received for Council’s information and filed.
Notes: Correspondence included in the A Section of this report can be obtained by the Public
from the Clerk/Planning Manager at [email protected].
All Council Members directly receive information and updates from the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM),
therefore, these will not be listed in the Clerk’s Communications Administrative Report.
Previously provided A Section:
(Received for Information Only)
1. July 25, 2016 – Land O’ Lakes Tourist Association (LOLTA) re: New LOLTA Website
Launched;
2. August 8, 2016 – Conservation Ontario re: Comments on Conservation Authorities Act
Review;
3. August 9, 2016 – Paul Issacs, Private Resident re: Letter to The Editor of Frontenac
News - The Limits of Municipal Jurisdiction;
4. August 10, 2016 – Rural Mayors’ Forum of Eastern Ontario (RMFEO) re: Minutes –
June 3, 2016;
5. August 5, 2016 – Michael Fetzer, Private Resident re: Letter to The Editor of
Frontenac News – Municipal Empowerment;
6. August 10, 2016 – Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) re: Ontario Soil
Survey Complex Updates;
7. August 11, 2016 – Petr Sizov, Ministry of Municipal Affairs (MMA) re: Natural Disaster
Mitigation Program Project Proposals 2017-2018;
8. August 11, 2016 – Quinte Conservation’s Newsletter re: Ripple Effects;
9. August 13, 2016 – Stewart Halliday, Deputy Mayor of Grey Highlands re: Information
In Regards To Multi Municipal Wind Turbine Working Group (MMWTWG);
Administrative Report - Communications
September 2, 2016 Agenda
1
10. August 11, 2016 – Land O’ Lakes Community Services re: Invitation to Annual
General Meeting;
11. August 11, 2016 – Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Associations (FOCA) re: FOCA
Elert;
12. August 15, 2016 – Randy Hillier, MPP for Lanark-Frontenac-Lennox & Addington re:
Support For On Going Broadband Projects by Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus
(EOWC) and Eastern Ontario Reginal Network (EORN);
13. August 15, 2016 – Bon Echo Area Residents Against Turbines (BEARAT) re: Summer
Update;
14. August 16, 2016 – Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation re:
Federal Government Funding to Support Eastern Ontario Businesses;
15. August 15, 2016 – Quinte Conservation re: Level 3 Low Water Condition;
16. August 16, 2016 – Ontario Heritage Trust re: 2016 Young Heritage
Leaders/Lieutenant Governor’s Ontario Heritage Awards;
17. August 1, 2016 – Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care (OCBCC) re: Request to
Declare October 26th as 16th Annual Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator
Appreciation Day;
18. August 17, 2016 – Ompah Community Volunteer Association – Fall ATV Run;
19. August 18, 2016 – Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (EOWC) re: Association of
Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) 2016 Conference August 17, 2016;
20. July 12, 2016 – Town of Lakeshore re: Request for Support of Resolution Regarding
Debt Incurred From the 2015 Pam Am and Para Pan Games;
21. August 9, 2016 – Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) re: Conservation
Authorities Act Review;
22. August 17, 2016 – Township of Carlow/Mayo re: Request Support regarding Bill 171 –
Highway Traffic Amendment Act;
23. August 23, 2016 – Ontario Trillium Foundation re: Prosperous People Information
Session and Discussion in Kingston;
24. August 22, 2016 –Child Identification Association re: Child Identification Fingerprinting;
25. August 22, 2016 – Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) re: Municipal Public WiFi – A Sound Investment Resource Document;
26. August 18, 2016 – Northern Frontenac Community Service Corporation re: Annual
General Meeting – September 22;
27. August 18, 2016 – Community Living North Frontenac re: Annual General Meeting
August 31;
28. August 23, 2016 – Quinte Conservation re: Low Water Update.
B: Action Items: (to include items brought forward from Section A above by a
Member of Council)
Previously Provided B Section:
1. August 8, 2016 –County of Frontenac re: Shared Communications Proposal;
2. August 8, 2016 – Peter Dudding, President of Mackie Lake Cottagers Association re:
Request to Township to Assume Maintenance of Boat Spray Station on Schooner
Lake;
3. August 23, 2016 – Ompah Community Volunteers Association (OCVA) re: Donation
from OCVA and Ottawa Valley ATV Club Towards Ompah Rest Stop.
Administrative Report - Communications
September 2, 2016 Agenda
2
Good Morning - For inclusion in the September 2, 2016 Council Agenda,
Communications Package, B Section. Thanks Tara
________________________________________
From: Cheryl Robson
Sent: August 9, 2016 9:51 AM
To: Peter Dudding; Tara Mieske
Cc: Christine MacTavish; Susan Winter; Corey Klatt
Subject: RE: Boat spray station on Schooner Lake
Good morning - thank you for your email. I am forwarding your request to Tara Mieske,
Clerk/Planning Manager to add to the next (September 2nd) Council Meeting Agenda
for Council's consideration. Thanks! Have a great day! Cheryl
Cheryl Robson, A.M.C.T.
Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)
6648 Road 506, Plevna, ON, K0H 2M0
1-800-234-3953 or 613-479-2231 Ext. 221
[email protected]
-----Original Message----From: Peter Dudding
]
Sent: August-08-16 1:18 PM
To: Cheryl Robson <[email protected]>
Cc: Christine MacTavish
; Susan Winter
Subject: Boat spray station on Schooner Lake
Hello Cheryl,
I am writing to you further to the Mackie Lake Cottagers Association Annual Meeting
that took place on August 6th.
For the past several years the Association through our volunteers (Bill and Sue Winter)
have been maintaining 3 boat spraying stations (2 on Mackie Lake and 1 on Schooner
Lake) at the public access points.
We will not be able to continue to support the station on Schooner Lake and are
wondering if it possible for the Municipality to take over this important function. All three
stations are regularly used by people coming on to the lakes which is good news and
hopefully has contributed to the reduction of invasive species.
Unfortunately the Schooner station, with higher visitor traffic, seems to experience more
abuse (e.g. refuse and animal excrement) and requires regular seasonal maintenance
beyond what is normally expected for volunteers to do.
We appreciate the Municipality considering this request and would be pleased to
provide any further information you require.
The Association will continue to support the 2 Mackie Lake sites.
Thank you for your kind consideration of this request.
Sincerely,
Peter Dudding
President,
Mackie Lake Cottagers Association
Date:
March 18, 2016
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possibility of installing a boat washing station in the Township of North Frontenac;
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Good Morning – For inclusion in the September 2, 2016 Council Agenda,
Communications Package, B Section for Council to consider two donations toward the
Ompah Rest Stop. Thanks Tara
Tara Mieske
Clerk /Planning Manager
1-800-234-3953 or 613-479-2231 Ext. 225
[email protected]
From: Cheryl Robson
To: Tara Mieske <[email protected]>
Cc: Kelly Watkins <[email protected]>; Corey Klatt <[email protected]>
Subject: FW: Ompah Rest Stop
Hi Tara – as the Economic Development Task Force is not having a meeting in August,
to avoid delays, please add the attached letter from the Ompah Community Volunteer
Association and Ottawa Valley ATV Club to the September 2nd Council Agenda for
Council’s consideration.
Also, Resolution #246-16 (see copy attached) approved Corey Klatt, Manager of
Community Development’s Letter of Support to the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance
(EOTA) for their Application for funding to partner with the Township for the Ompah
Rest Stop. Councillor Denis Bedard’s email dated June 1, 2016 (see copy attached)
stated the EOTA has confirmed their donation of $12,000; however, it was only received
by Council for information purposes as part of Communications Section A; therefore,
can you please include both donation requests in the September 2nd Agenda.
One draft Motion for Council to consider the two donations for the Ompah Rest Stop
would work.
Thanks!
Have a great day! Cheryl
1-800-234-3953 or 613-479-2231 Ext. 221
[email protected]
This is excellent news! Thanks Denis.
Hi Tara - please add this to the next Council Agenda - Communications Section A thanks! Have a great day! Cheryl
1-800-234-3953 or 613-479-2231 Ext. 221
[email protected]
From: Denis Bedard [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: June-01-16 10:36 AM
To: Ron Higgins <[email protected]>; Cheryl Robson <[email protected]>; Corey Klatt
<[email protected]>
Subject: EOTA Grant
Just wanted to let you know the Cindy Cassidy EOTA has just confirmed that the Ompah Picnic
Area project has been approved in the amount of $12,000
Can you pass this onto Council
Denis
From: Cindy [mailto:[email protected]]
To: Corey Klatt <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: agenda and draft minutes
Through the EOTA Community Futures grant EOTA will be providing $12,000 for the Ompah parking area
project
Cindy
From: Corey Klatt [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2016 1:10 PM
To: Cindy <[email protected]>
Cc: Tara Mieske <[email protected]>; Cheryl Robson <[email protected]>
Subject: FW: agenda and draft minutes
Hi Cindy.
Thanks for sending this. Are you able to just send me a quick email that you are providing us with $12 K
for the Ompah Parking Area project for us to put on our agenda?
I left a message at your office yesterday and have tried calling today but am not getting an answer.
We would need this letter this afternoon if possible to get it on this weeks Council Agenda.
Thanks and have a great day.
Corey
Corey Klatt
Manager of Community Development
1-800-234-3953 or 613-479-2231 Ext. 233
[email protected]
From: Cindy [mailto:[email protected]]
To: 'David Gerow' <[email protected]>; [email protected]; [email protected]; 'Tom Dewey'
<[email protected]>; [email protected]; [email protected]; 'Joan Barton'
<[email protected]>; [email protected]; 'Denis Bedard' <[email protected]>;
'Charles Mullett' <[email protected]>; [email protected]; [email protected]; 'Brian Stewart' <[email protected]>; [email protected]; 'Bill
Blenkinsop' <[email protected]>
Cc: Corey Klatt <[email protected]>
Subject: agenda and draft minutes
Hi Everyone
Attached are the minutes and agenda for September 22 see you then
Cindy
TO:
FROM:
ERIC KORHONEN
DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES/FIRE
CHIEF
RECOMMENDED BY:
CHERYL ROBSON, AMCT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (CAO) _______
CAO’s Initials
DATE OF MEETING:
RE:
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
Fire Prevention Week Declaration and Activities
BACKGROUND
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Office of the Fire
Marshall and Emergency Management of Ontario has announced the theme of
Fire Prevention Week October 9 – 15, 2016 “Don’t Wait – Check the Date!
Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years”.
RESEARCH BY
Eric Korhonen, Interim (Acting) Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief,
Brooke Hawley, Administrative Assistant.
COMMENTS
Municipalities and Fire Departments across Canada and the United States will be
hosting events and proclaiming Fire Prevention Week, October 9 – 15, 2016.
North Frontenac is committed to ensuring the safety of its residents and visitors
to North Frontenac. Fire is a serious public safety concern both locally and
nationally, and homes are the locations where people are at greatest risk from
fire. Residents are responsive to public education measures and are able to take
personal steps to increase their safety from fire, especially in their homes; and
the 2016 Fire Prevention Week theme, “Don’t Wait – Check the Date! Replace
Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years” effectively serves to remind us that we need
working smoke alarms to give us the time to get out safely. A Mayoral
Declaration is attached (attachment 1) for Council’s consideration. The
declaration will be posted on the Township’s website and included in the North
Frontenac News.
Page 1 of 3
Eric Korhonen, Director of Emergency Services/Fire chief
September 2, 2016
The North Frontenac Fire Department and the Fire and Life Safety Educator
(once appointed) will provide a presentation to the students of Clarendon Central
Public School during Fire Prevention Week. The Volunteer Firefighters will
conduct door-to-door smoke alarm visits to ensure our communities are protected
and our residents will receive sufficient notice in the event of a fire emergency.
We will test and check smoke alarms and CO alarms to ensure that residents are
protected. Fire Prevention Banners promoting “Don’t Wait – Check the Date!
Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years” will be posted at each of the Fire
Stations and at the Clarendon Central Public School.
An Open House will be conducted at one of the Municipal Fire Halls, hosted by
the North Frontenac Fire Department, to promote Fire Prevention Week, with a
free BBQ, and demonstrations.
The Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington (KFL&A) Fire Prevention
Committee will be making Application for funding to launch an aggressive multi
media campaign for Fire Prevention Week from the KFL&A Mutual Aid
Committee. This campaign is comprised of newspaper, television and extensive
radio programming. The campaign will use local Firefighters and Fire Prevention
Officers (representing each of the Departments) who are represented on the
KFL&A Mutual Aid Committee, to provide a personal touch.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The cost for the Fire Prevention Week Declaration to be inserted in the Frontenac
News will be taken from the approved Fire Prevention and Education 2016
budget.
• Estimated cost for placement in North Frontenac News $300
The cost for the Fire Prevention Week will be taken from the approved Fire
Prevention and Education 2016 budget. Total estimated cost to the municipality
in 2016 is $2,000 for the following:
• Fire Prevention Kit;
• Fire Prevention Week Banners;
• Public Notice in Frontenac News;
• BBQ;
• Smoke Alarms; and
• Wages for Volunteer Firefighters to assist with door to door visits.
RECOMMENDATION
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Director of Emergency
Services/Fire Chief’s Administrative Report entitled “Fire Prevention Week
Declaration and Activities for information purposes;
AND THAT the North Frontenac Fire Department is joining forces with the Not for
Profit National Fire Protection Association to remind and educate local residents
about the importance of replacing smoke alarms every 10 years;
Page 2 of 3
September 2, 2016
AND THAT Council declares October 9-15, 2016 as Fire Prevention Week;
AND THAT Council approve the Mayor’s Declaration;
AND THAT Council approves of the North Frontenac Fire Department’s planned
events, demonstrations and the availability of safety products;
AND THAT Council instructs the Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief to
place a copy of the Mayoral Declaration and an advertisement outlining the
events associated with Fire Prevention Week and emphasizing the importance of
replacing smoke alarms every 10 years in the Frontenac News and on the
Townships Website.
c.c. Casey Cuddy, Kaladar Barrie Fire Chief
Page 3 of 3
September 2, 2016
Mayor’s Declaration Annual Fire Prevention Week
“Don’t Wait – Check the Date! Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10
Years”
It's time for Fire Prevention Week! From October 9-15, 2016. North Frontenac
Fire Department is joining forces with the Not for Profit National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) to remind local residents about the importance of replacing
smoke alarms every 10 years.
Smoke alarms can make a life-saving difference in a fire, but they need to be
working. Unfortunately, many home fire deaths result from fires where a smoke
alarm is present but does not operate. This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme
focuses on motivating people to ensure that smoke alarms are replaced every 10
years.
Some of the safety tips that North Frontenac Firefighters and safety advocates
recommend are:
•
Install smoke alarms inside of every bedroom, outside each sleeping
area and on every level of the home, including the basement;
•
Test all smoke alarms every month by using the test button; and
•
Replace all smoke alarms every 10 years or sooner if they don’t
respond properly when tested.
The North Frontenac Fire Department will be performing home visits to raise
public awareness about the importance of working smoke alarms.
THEREFORE, I (Ron Higgins) Mayor of the Township of North Frontenac do
hereby declare October 9-15, 2016, as Fire Prevention Week throughout the
Township, and I urge all the people of North Frontenac to replace smoke alarms
every 10 years; and to support the many public safety activities and efforts of
North Frontenac’s fire and emergency services during Fire Prevention Week
2016.
TO:
FROM:
KELLY WATKINS
TREASURER
RECOMMENDED BY:
CHERYL ROBSON, AMCT
CAO’s Initials
DATE OF MEETING:
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
RE: Signing Authorities for the Township’s Bank Accounts using paper
cheques, automatic withdrawals and electronic funds transfer
BACKGROUND
Currently, the Township pays Vendors via paper cheque or automatic withdrawal
by Vendor. By-law #122-10 authorizes the signing authorities for the Corporation
of the Township of North Frontenac bank accounts. Presently, all cheques shall
be signed by either the Mayor or Deputy Mayor and either the Treasurer or
Deputy Treasurer. Also, this By-law authorizes the Mayor to use a non-manual
method of signing cheques and other pertinent documents (i.e. Mayor’s signature
stamp).
RESEARCH BY
Kelly Watkins, Treasurer
COMMENTS
Also, currently, we have Vendors that are paid by the Treasurer via automatic
withdrawal. The Vendors that are currently set-up by the Treasurer (in
consultation with the CAO) for Automatic Withdrawal are Hydro One; Bell
Canada, Reliance; Morneau Sobeco and Mastercard.
We are receiving requests from Vendors to have funds automatically transferred
rather than sending a paper cheque in the mail. With Canada Post potential
strike, electronic funds transfer (EFT) would allow us to continue to pay our
Treasurer – ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
Signing authorities for the Townships Bank Accounts using paper cheques, automatic withdrawal
and Electronic Funds Transfer
September 2, 2016
Page 1 of 2
Vendors without a large expense of finding other means to deliver paper cheques
if the mail service is not running.
We also have situations, for example when completing purchase transactions for
properties where time is of the essence and money would be saved, if we were
able to transfer funds electronically. By issuing a paper cheque in this situation
an employee drives to Northbrook to have the cheque certified and then
everything must be sent by Courier due to tight timelines. It would be
significantly less expensive to transfer the funds electronically as well as more
efficient.
Due to these reasons it would be in the Township’s best interest to move forward
with setting up the ability to pay some of our Vendors with EFT. Invoices would
continue to be entered into our software program as is the current practice,
however, those wishing to set-up for EFT would not receive a paper cheque but
an electronic file would be created and submitted through the bank. The
Accounts Payable process and Procurement By-Law authorized thresholds will
remain in place (i.e. requirements for approving all invoices prior to the EFT).
Also, the Council’s Voucher Report will still be provided in the Council Agendas.
The authority to release those electronic files to the bank, is still limited to the
Treasurer and/or Deputy Treasurer.
The cost of the service is $10.00 per file transfer and $0.12 per transaction; as
well as a yearly service fee from our accounting software provider in the amount
of $110.00. To offset this expense the Township will save on the cost of paper
cheques/printing/ postage/Courier fees and less staff time.
i.e. based on two transfers a month and 10 payments per transfer the total
estimated cost per year would be $400. Based on same the Township would
save $200 in postage alone.
RECOMMENDATION
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Treasurer’s Administrative Report
entitled “Signing Authorities for the Township’s Bank Accounts using paper
cheques, automatic withdrawals and electronic funds transfer”;
AND THAT Council authorizes the Treasurer to set-up the necessary
agreements with the Bank of Montreal and our accounting software provider to
allow electronic funds transfer;
AND THAT Council will consider a By-law later in the Meeting to authorize
signing authorities for the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac Bank
Accounts using paper cheques, automatic withdrawal and electronic funds
transfers.
Treasurer – ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
Signing authorities for the Townships Bank Accounts using paper cheques, automatic withdrawal
and Electronic Funds Transfer
September 2, 2016
Page 2 of 2
TO:
FROM:
TARA MIESKE, CLERK/PLANNING MANAGER AND
RECOMMENDED BY: CHERYL ROBSON, AMCT
DATE OF MEETING:
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
RE: Committee of Adjustment/Planning Advisory Committee Updates to Council
BACKGROUND
In the past the Clerk/Planning Manager provided an Administrative Report following
each Committee of Adjustment/Planning Advisory Committee Meeting (Committee)
which included the Applications and Decisions of the Committee. On June 29, 2015,
Council passed the following Resolution:
#346-15
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives for information the Minutes of a Meeting of
the Committee of Adjustments/Planning Advisory Committee dated May 21, 2015;
AND THAT, as Council receives these Minutes regularly, reporting on all Planning
Applications following the Committee’s approval of the Minutes, that Council does not
feel it is necessary for the Clerk to also include an Administrative Report following the
Committee Meetings which includes the Planning Applications and Decisions;
AND THAT if an individual Member of Council requests further information on a
particular Planning Application they are able to contact the Clerk/Planning Manager
directly for clarification.
Carried
RESEARCHED BY
Tara Mieske, Clerk/ Planning Manager
Clerk/Planning Manager’s Administrative Report - Committee of Adjustment/Planning Advisory Committee
Updates to Council
Page 1 of 3
COMMENTS
Councillor Martin is the Council Liaison for the Committee. He advised information
should be provided from Committee to Council to ensure Council is apprised of the
Committee’s decisions as this information is important to Council Members who may
have inquiries from the public regarding these matters. In the past few months I
received similar comments from another Councillor wondering if the Committee’s
decisions could be provided to Council.
The Committee Minutes are provide to Council for information; however these Minutes
must be provided back to the Committee who generally meet on a monthly basis, for
approval prior to being provided to Council which may not be an efficient manner for
Council to receive this information.
Two options have been identified to ensure Council is kept up to date with the
Committee’s Applications and Decisions.
Option #1
Council instruct the Clerk/Planning Manager to prepare Administrative Reports for
Council’s information following the Committee Meetings, including the Applications and
Decisions of the Committee.
Option #2
That an additional Portfolio be included under Section 13. Council Portfolio Verbal
Reports being Committee of Adjustment/Planning Advisory Committee for Councillor
Martin to provide a verbal update to Council regarding Planning Applications being
considered and the Decisions of the Committee.
Option #1 – Staff time associated with the preparation of the Administrative Report for
Council’s information.
Option #2 - None
RECOMMENDATIONS
Option #1
Administrative Report entitled “Committee of Adjustment/Planning Advisory Committee
Updates to Council”;
AND THAT Council instructs the Clerk to prepare Administrative Reports for Council’s
information following the Committee Meetings, including the Applications and Decisions
of the Committee.
Option #2
Administrative Report entitled “Committee of Adjustment/Planning Advisory Committee
Updates to Council”;
Updates to Council
Page 2 of 3
AND THAT Council instructs the Clerk to add an additional Portfolio under Section 13.
Council Portfolio Verbal Reports on the Council Agenda being Committee of
Adjustment/Planning Advisory Committee for Councillor Martin to provide a verbal
update to Council regarding Planning Matters being considered by the Committee.
Updates to Council
Page 3 of 3
TO:
THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
FROM:
TARA MIESKE
CLERK/PLANNING MANAGER
DATE OF MEETING:
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
RE: Three Shore Road Allowance Applications for Approval in Principle – L.
Kempenaar; P. Kempenaar; and Devilliers.
________________________________________________________________
BACKGROUND
Attached are three Shore Road Allowance Applications to close and purchase the
Applicant’s abutting Shore Road Allowances, accompanied by the Municipal Road
Allowance Inspector’s Inspection Forms.
RESEARCHED BY
Tara Mieske, Clerk/Planning Manager
Brooke Hawley, Assistant to the Planning Manager
COMMENTS
In 2015, Linda Kempenaar and Peter Kempenaar purchased lot additions from the
adjacent property owner to convey Part 7 and Part 6 on Registered Plan 13R-21154
respectively to each of their lots (see attached survey).
Nil
RECOMMENDATIONS
Three Shore Road Allowance Applications for Approval in Principle – Kempenaar.L; Kempenaar.P; and
Devilliers.
Page 1 of 2
Administrative Report entitled “Three Shore Road Allowance Applications for Approval
in Principle – Kempenaar.L; Kempenaar.P; and Devilliers.”;
AND THAT Council approves in principle the Applications to close, stop up and sell the
Road Allowances as described below:
•
Part of the Shore Road Allowance around Kashwakamak Lake, lying adjacent
to Lot 6, Plan 1202, geographic Township of Barrie (Kempenaar.L);
•
to Lot 5, Plan 1202, geographic Township of Barrie (Kempenaar.P);
•
to Lots 21 and 22, Concession 6, geographic Township of Barrie (Devilliers).
Enclosures (4)
Three Shore Road Allowance Applications for Approval in Principle – Kempenaar.L; Kempenaar.P; and
Devilliers.
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Kempenaar
Parcel Fabric
Fire
Schools
NF Campsites
1: 20,651
1.0
0
0.52
1.0 Kilometers
Notes
Legend
Highway
Hwy 401
Highway
Major Road
Arterial/Collector
Ferry Route
Secondary Road
River/Stream
Waterbody
Wetland
Provincial Park
Crown Land
Parcel Fabric
Fire
Golf Course
Schools
NF Lightpost
NF Guardrail
1: 1,033
0.1
0
0.03
0.1 Kilometers
Notes
TO:
THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
FROM:
TARA MIESKE
DATE OF MEETING:
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
RE: Road Allowance Between Lots Application for Approval in Principle – Richards
________________________________________________________________
BACKGROUND
David Richards purchased a portion of the Road Allowance between Lots in 2015
highlighted in pink on the attached Reference Plan 13R-21284 (Attachment 1). He has
recently submitted an Application (Attachment 2) to purchase another portion of the
Road Allowance between Lots highlighted in yellow on the attached Reference Plan
being Parts 18 and 26. Parts 18 and 26 are part of Forest Lane. Mr. Richards owns a
portion of Forest Lane being Parts 3, 4, 13, 14, 16, 24 and 25 on the attached
Reference Plan which are subject to a Right of Way. There are two properties (Roll
#040-020-63401 and Roll #040-020-63300) which cross Parts 18 and 26 to access their
property. Also attached is a map showing the location of the property (Attachment 3).
Mr. Richards is currently completing three severances to create three new lots in this
area. Mr. Richards’ Solicitor advised if Parts 18 and 26 were closed and transferred to
Mr. Richards they would be included as part of the Retained Lands which are Parts 22,
23, 24 and 25 on Registered Plan 13R-21284.
RESEARCHED BY
Brooke Hawley, Assistant to the Planning Manager
Road Allowance Between Lots Application for Approval in Principle – Richards
Page 1 of 2
COMMENTS
In discussions with Councillor Good, Municipal Road Inspector he advised an inspection
was not required as he had inspected this Road Allowance in the previous year and this
portion was part of Forest Lane. His only concern with the Application was ensuring
access to the other two lots which use this portion of the Road Allowance for access.
A Right of Way over Parts 18 and 24 would need to be granted to the owners of Roll
#040-020-63401 and Roll #040-020-63300 prior to the Transfer of this portion of the
Road Allowance. The portion of the Road Allowance between Forest Lane and
Kashwakamak Lake would remain open.
Nil
RECOMMENDATIONS
Administrative Report entitled “Road Allowance Between Lots Application for Approval
in Principle – Richards”;
AND THAT Council approves in principle the Application to close, stop up and sell the
Road Allowance between Lots as described below:
•
Part of the Road Allowance Between Lots 20 and 21, Concession 6, being
Parts 18 and 26 on Registered Plan 13R-21284, geographic Township of
Barrie (Richards);
AND THAT Council instructs the Clerk to ensure a Right-of-Way is granted over Parts
18 and 26 on Registered Plan 13R-21284 to the property owners or Roll #040-02063401 and #040-020-63300 that use this portion of the Road Allowance to access their
property.
Enclosures (4)
1. Reference Plan 13R-21284
2. Application Form
3. Map Showing Location of Road Allowance
Road Allowance Between Lots Application for Approval in Principle – Richards
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Legend
Highway
Hwy 401
Highway
Major Road
Arterial/Collector
Ferry Route
Secondary Road
Richards
Property
River/Stream
Wetland
Provincial Park
Parcel Fabric
Fire
Golf Course
Schools
NF Lightpost
NF Campsites
NF Guardrail
1: 4,130
0.2
0
0.10
0.2 Kilometers
Notes
Legend
Settlement
Highway
Hwy 401
Highway
Major Road
Arterial/Collector
Ferry Route
Secondary Road
River/Stream
Waterbody
Wetland
Provincial Park
Crown Land
Parcel Fabric
Fire
Schools
NF Campsites
Richards
Property
1: 20,651
1.0
0
0.52
1.0 Kilometers
Notes
TO:
FROM:
TARA MIESKE, CLERK/PLANNING MANAGER AND
DATE OF MEETING:
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
RE: Part Lot Control Exemption
BACKGROUND
Per section 50(5) of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.13 (Planning Act), “Where
land is within a plan of subdivision registered before or after the coming into force of this
section, no person shall convey a part of any lot or block of the land by way of deed, or
transfer.” This section of the Planning Act took effect in 1991.
However per section 50(7) “Despite section 50(5), the Council of a local municipality
may by by-law provide that subsection (5) does not apply to land that is within such
registered plan or plans of subdivision or parts of them as are designated in the by-law.”
The Act also provides that the By-law must be approved by the Approval Authority
which is the County of Frontenac and that the By-law may also include an expiration
date.
RESEARCHED BY
Tara Mieske, Clerk/ Planning Manager
Reid Shepherd, Planner, County of Frontenac
COMMENTS
The Committee of Adjustment/Planning Advisory Committee may consider and approve
or deny applications for Severance for new lots or lot additions within a Plan of
Subdivision. If the Severance is granted, a condition of Severance would be that the
Applicant seek and be granted permission for Part Lot Control over those lands to be
lifted. This process would require the property owner to submit an Application
Clerk/Planning Manager’s Administrative Report
Part Lot Control Exemption
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requesting a Part Lot Control exemption. Another scenario where a Part Lot Control
exemption may be requested is where the owner of two adjacent lots within a Plan of
Subdivision requests to have the lots merged into one parcel.
Currently the Township does not have a fee for Council to consider this type of
Application. A survey was completed of other similar Municipalities and the following are
the results:
Municipality
Fee for Deeming By-law/Part Lot Control
Addington Highlands
$1,000
Central Frontenac
$700
Ganonoque
$250
Gravenhurst
$505
Greater Madawaska
$250 plus associated costs
Lanark County
$750
Loyalist Township
$900
Parry Sound
$387
Prince Edward County
$1,836
The survey indicates a wide range of fees being charged by various Municipalities.
The current Planning Fees are as follows:
Type of Application
Township of North
Frontenac Fees
Minor Variance
$750.00
Severances/Lot Additions and Certificates of
Validation
Site Plan Approval
$750.00
Minor –
$750.00
Official Plan Amendment
Major –
$1,500.00
Minor - $1,000.00
Zoning By-law Amendment
Major - $2,000.00
$750.00
Plan of Subdivision or Condominium Approval
$1,000.00
It has been determined this Application will require a similar amount of Township and
County Planning Staff time, as other Planning Applications; therefore Staff are
recommending the fee be $750 similar to other Planning Application Fees. The cost to
process Applications should be covered by the Application Fee. Applicants are required
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to enter into an Indemnity Agreement when they submit a Planning Application. This is
to cover all external costs incurred by the Township in respect of the Planning
Application. This is recommended with an Application for Part Lot Control Exemption as
well.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Administrative Report entitled “Part Lot Control Exemption”;
AND THAT Council instructs the Clerk to give notice of a Public Meeting on September
23, 2016 to present the proposed Part Lot Control Fee of $750 to be included in the
Planning Fees and that this Application will require the Applicant to enter into an
Indemnity Agreement;
AND THAT following the Public Meeting, Council will consider a By-law to amend Bylaw #70-16 being the Fees and Charges By-law Schedule “E” – Planning, to include
fees for Part Lot Control Exemption.
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TO:
FROM:
TARA MIESKE
DATE OF MEETING:
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
RE: To Appoint Administrative Assistant as Lottery License Officer
BACKGROUND
As per the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (ACGO), Section 1.5.1 of the
Lottery Licensing Policy Manual states that:
“Municipal and provincial licensing officials must:
• Determine whether an organization is eligible for lottery licensing in Ontario,
according to the guidelines set out in Chapter 2 of the Lottery Licensing Policy
Manual (LLPM);
• Issue and administer licenses in a fair and equitable manner, consistent with the
policies set out in the LLPM; and
• Ensure that licensees meet the requirements of the Criminal Code (Canada), the
Order-in-Council and the terms and conditions of their licenses.”
Currently, per By-law #59-12, the Deputy Clerk is appointed as the Lottery License
Program Administrator and the Building Department Support Clerk as the Lottery
License Officer.
RESEARCHED BY
Brooke Drechsler, Deputy Clerk/Assistant to the Planning Manager
To Appoint Administrative Assistant as Lottery License Officer
Page 1 of 2
COMMENTS
It has been determined that an additional Lottery License Officer may be required to
assist with Lottery Licensing. The Administrative Assistant has attended training for the
issuance of lottery licenses. As a member of the Clerk’s Department and a front line
staff member, it would be beneficial to appoint the Administrative Assistant position as a
second Lottery License Officer.
None.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Administrative Report entitled “To Appoint Administrative Assistant as Lottery License
Officer”;
AND THAT Council will consider a By-law later in the Meeting to repeal By-law #59-12
and appoint the Deputy Clerk as the Lottery License Program Administrator; and the
Building Department Support Clerk and the Administrative Assistant as Lottery License
Officers.
To Appoint Administrative Assistant as Lottery License Officer
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TO:
MEMBERS OF COUNCIL AND STAFF
FROM:
RON HIGGINS, MAYOR
DATE OF MEETING:
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
RE: Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) Conference Report
________________________________________________________________
BACKGROUND
I attended the Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) in Windsor from
August 14 – 17, 2016.
RESEARCH BY
Mayor Higgins
COMMENTS
On August 14th an Industrial Wind Turbine (IWT) symposium was organized by a
group of Mayor’s from across Ontario including myself. In attendance were the
Mayors, some Council members and Representatives from Independent
Electricity System Operator (IESO) including the Vice President of Market and
Resource Development, Director Stakeholder & Public Relations and Manager
Regional and Community Engagement. I am providing a copy of my presentation
which more or less reiterates others who presented at this symposium. IESO
reiterated that the Provincial government will not make municipal support a
mandatory requirement; a message I have heard a number of times from the
Premiere, the previous Minister of Energy and the current Minister of Energy.
Knowing that I put into my slide presentation a request for a moratorium so that
we could meet and try to reach common ground on how municipalities can have
a more active role in the procurement process. The moratorium would discuss
Administrative Report – Mayor
Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) Conference Report
September 2, 2016
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items listed in the second last slide which includes revising the funding for
municipalities, commonly called the Community Vibrancy Fund, so that this would
not be removed if we do not support the IWT’s and would be under municipal
control of how that money is spent and not under the control of a Proponent.
Additionally we need to have control over where wind turbines are located (called
siting). There is an extra cost to Townships for project managing these projects
that need to be recovered if this is a provincially procured program. Community
engagement needs to be more transparent and formalized and any stakeholders
affected by wind turbines need to be part of the municipality.
As a result of this meeting the following Press Release went out as of today:
Ontario municipalities are calling for a moratorium on renewable wind and solar
procurement In the run up to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario 2016
Conference in Windsor, mayors and municipal councillors from across Ontario,
together with representatives from the Independent Electrical Systems Operator
(IESO), gathered for a symposium on wind turbine development in the province.
For the past few years, municipalities from across the province have repeatedly
raised their concerns over the procurement process of Industrial Wind Turbines
(IWT) to the provincial Liberal Government. To date, the government has taken
no actions to resolve these concerns.
As moderator of the symposium, I witnessed the level of anger and frustration
that other municipal representatives are feeling because of this issue. The
message from the symposium was crystal clear: municipalities have had enough.
Participants left with a unified sense of purpose and we are demanding
immediate action from the provincial government.
The provincial Liberals have been unwilling to budge on this issue; in contrast,
IESO representatives were actually quite responsive and amenable at the
symposium, expressing their interest in working with municipalities to find a
middle ground, but their hands are tied by ministerial directives. A main area of
contention is that municipalities would like to have a veto on proposed IWT
projects in their jurisdictions, but the provincial government opposes this idea.
Currently, 84 municipalities in Ontario have made it clear that they want
municipal support to be mandatory for IWT projects to move forward. As a result,
municipalities are asking the provincial government to impose a moratorium on
the procurement of new renewable energy infrastructure until a compromise can
be reached. This would allow municipalities and the Liberal government to sit
down and collaborate on a process that is acceptable to all involved. A
moratorium would allow time for consultation on the issues that are most
pressing to municipalities, including: community vibrancy allocations, community
& stakeholder engagement processes, wind turbine placement, compensation for
lost property value and the availability of funding for municipalities to manage
implementation.
September 2, 2016
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Without a moratorium, we are headed towards increased conflict between
municipalities and the provincial government and an even greater risk of litigation
going forward.
Mayor Robert L Quaiff
Moderator Municipalities Representative
On August 15th Councillor Inglis and myself had a Delegation with the
Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Energy and presented the same
information from the symposium. He tried the same line as we heard before “but
we have given more voice to municipalities” on which I challenged him and told
him it is not enough and reiterated the points made at the symposium. The
Director Stakeholder & Public Relations from IESO who was at the symposium
joined the Parliamentary Assistant at the Delegation which was a positive thing.
Also on August 15th I met with MPP Ernie Hardeman (Ontario Municipal Board
(OMB) and Land Use Planning) PC Critic for Municipal Affairs and Housing. The
purpose of this meeting was to enlighten him as to the barriers we face in relation
to community development and that we have plans in place but constant barriers
are being implemented by the Province that impede our desire to improve our
economic well-being. I presented three examples: 1) the Ontario Provincial Police
(OPP) billing, 2) the Green Energy Act (GEA) as it relates to industrial and solar
wind turbines and 3) paramedic services. OPP billing covered the provision of the
differing assessments by Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)
provided to municipalities and the OPP, in particular the use of “units” by the
OPP versus roll assessments for municipalities. This was news to him and he
had no idea we could not recover the full costs and that units are not used
consistently across rural and urban municipalities. The GEA is well explained
above. The paramedic services issue was focused on improving the services of
paramedics to municipalities and not reducing it. The focus was on how much it
costs municipalities to train and equip volunteer firefighters to cover the gap in
Provincial service and that this could be eliminated if the Province fulfilled their
mandate.
The final Delegation was to Minister David Orazetti, Minister of Community
Safety and Correctional Services and was related to the OPP billing model. This
was done on behalf of the Rural Mayors’ Forum of Eastern Ontario (RMFEO) and
the same message was presented to the Minister as was described above. Turns
out he had been told that message many times over the day. He was surprised to
learn that we were not allowed to see the MPAC data and suggested I write the
Minister of Finance related to a lack of transparency and to copy himself. Before
doing so I was at an MPAC session the next day and found out that the data we
were not allowed to have is now available to all municipalities. My impression is
that our attention to detail on the OPP billing has caused a shift in thinking.
September 2, 2016
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I attended various workshops the following two days and was provided
information that indicates we are in a good position in relation to best practices.
These workshops included what’s keeping your CAO up at night, rural economic
development: building on your inherent strengths and Innovation through
collaboration.
I did attend a breakfast session on “municipal action on radon: preventing lung
cancer”. In summary radon is radiation emitting from uranium that is found
everywhere. It is an issue in closed spaces like basements. Radon escapes the
soil through cracks and fissures and then enters a home through cracks or gaps
in basement floors, walls or sump pumps. 847 people died in Ontario last year
due to this issue. The suggestion was to test homes in the area for radon, but
what I found out is that there is a requirement in the Building Code that requires
sealing of openings in homes to prevent radon from getting into the home. At
issue is that some Chief Building Officials (CBOs) are not aware of this
requirement and/or do not implement that requirement which could put a
municipality at risk. At the end of the presentation I thanked them for the
information and suggested that we would ensure the Building Code was enforced
versus going through the expense of testing and preventing the potential of bad
press as a result of tests.
During the Minister’s Forum (Bear Pit) I was able to secure a position to ask a
question of the Minister of Energy. After some preamble I asked him “Will you
declare a moratorium on LRP II until we can meet to discuss and agree on further
Municipal input into the process.” His response was “your worship it is so nice to
meet you in person versus social media” – got a laugh. He reiterated that there
will be no veto for any Municipality in relation to wind and solar farms. He did not
say he would not declare a moratorium but said it would be highly unlikely. He did
say that he is still open to meet with me to discuss this issue further – stay tuned.
Conference:
Registration Fee:
Conference Advance & Per Diem:
Accommodations:
Parking:
Mileage:
Airfare:
Other Municipal Expenses (Internet,
Phone, etc.):
Total:
Ontario East Municipal Conference
$ 656.35
$ 753.98
$ 549.50
$ 30.61
$ 95.10
$ 308.80
$ 0.00
$ 2,394.34
All amounts listed include HST at 1.76% only.
September 2, 2016
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RECOMMENDATION
Recommend attending this conference again next year.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives for information the Mayor Higgins’
Administrative Report entitled “Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO)
Conference Report”;
AND THAT Council instructs the Chief Administrative Officer to check with the
Chief Building Official on our Township’s implementation of the Building Code
requirement for Radon.
Attachment:
1. Mayor Higgins Wind Symposium Presentation.
September 2, 2016
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MINUTES of a Meeting of the Committee of Adjustment/Planning Advisory Committee
for the Township of North Frontenac, held Monday, July 18, 2016, at the Clar-Mill Fire
Hall, Upstairs Meeting Room, 6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario.
PRESENT: Carl Tooley (Acting Chair); Ron Jones, Member; and Janice Arthur,
Alternate Member.
ABSENT WITH REGRETS: Barb Sproule, Chair.
ALSO PRESENT: Gerry Martin, Council Liaison; Tara Mieske, Secretary/Treasurer
(Clerk/Planning Manager), Brooke Hawley, Assistant to the Clerk/Planning Manager;
and Joe Gallivan, Director of Planning and Economic Development (County Planner).
Note: It was the consensus of the Committee for Carl Tooley to Chair the Meeting in the
absence of Barbara Sproule, Chair.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. and the Secretary/Treasurer read the
opening remarks.
Moved by Ron Jones, Seconded by Janice Arthur
#12-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee approves the Agenda for the July 18, 2016
Meeting, as circulated.
Carried
None declared.
#13-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee adopts the Minutes of the Meeting of the
Adjustment/Planning Advisory held on June 20, 2016, as circulated.
Carried
5. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES
None.
6. PLANNING APPLICATIONS (CONSENTS)
None.
7. MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATIONS
i. A2/16 – Minor Variance – Paul and Eleanor Collins – Lot 17, Concession 1,
Geographic Township of South Canonto.
The Applicants, Paul and Eleanor Collins were present.
Committee of Adjustment
Minutes – July 18, 2016
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1
Sproule and Arthur attended the site on July 11, 2016. Arthur read Sproule’s inspection
report. Arthur advised the lot is small and the set back of the cottage is currently only 46
feet from the high water hark. After reviewing Mississippi Valley Conservation’s (MVC)
report, Arthur advised the Applicants are requesting a large variance with the proposed
deck being approximately half the size of the cottage. Although it would be a great
convenience to the owner, the proposal, in her opinion, does not satisfy the 4 tests of a
Minor Variance and is not desirable to the lake.
Shepherd advised he conducted a site visit and a compromise was proposed to the
Applicants for a decreased size and new location of the deck. Paul Collins advised that,
after considering the proposal further, he is not agreeable to the compromise as the
proposed location was close to the road, a lot steeper and would have no privacy. Mr.
Collins noted their cottage has a greater set back from the lake than most cottages on
Palmerston Lake. (Tooley noted rules are more restrictive to ensure the lakes are
healthy or make them better. The goal is to get new development further back from the
lake.)
Collins said there is grass from the lake to the cottage and he has moved the big ‘o’
drainage pipe from the water’s edge to a vegetative area, as requested by MVC. He
also advised an open deck would have little influence on the property. Tooley
mentioned that MVC has a plan to establish a vegetative buffer. He also recommended
Mr. Collins contact the Building Inspector regarding construction. (Tooley asked if
Collins would consider another option. Collins advised he believes that he requires the
proposed deck as set out in the Application to meet his needs.)
The Committee recommended Mr. Collins meet with the Planner, Building Inspector and
MVC to determine if there is an alternative to the proposed deck which does not have
as much of an impact.
Moved by Janice Arthur, Seconded by Ron Jones
#14-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Minor Variance Application A2/16 – Paul and Eleanor Collins
– Lot 17, Concession 1, geographic Township of South Canonto shall be deferred to
August 15, 2016.
AND THAT the Secretary contact MVC and the Building Inspector to review a
compromise.
Carried
8. OTHER BUSINESS
Councillor Martin advised Council would be considering an Administrative Report from
Councillor Inglis regarding a Data Set for North Frontenac Lakes on July 22, 2016. Joe
Gallivan stated that it may be very expensive. However, it may assist with the
determination of the character of the lake and the recreational demands a lake can
sustain.
Joe Gallivan, County Planner, advised that the timeline for the Official Plan Review has
been extended, based on Public Consultation, to allow Planning Staff to provide
additional information regarding Lake Protection, Planning Act Amendments and Private
Lane Development.
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9. ADJOURNMENT
#15-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the meeting adjourns at 2:52 p.m. until August 15, 2016, at
1:00 p.m. or at the call of the Chair.
Carried
Approved by the Committee _____________________________
__________________________
Chair
___________________________
Secretary-Treasurer
Received for information by Council _______________________, 2016.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE KALADAR/BARRIE JOINT FIRE COMMITTEE
HELD ON JUNE 17, 2016 AT THE NORTHBROOK FIRE HALL, 11905 HIGHWAY 41,
NORTHBROOK, ONTARIO.
PRESENT: Addington Highlands Members: Bill Cox (Chair); and Henry Hogg; North
Frontenac Members: Wayne Good and Fred Perry.
ABSENT WITH REGRET: Addington Highlands Member Kirby Thompson; and North
Frontenac Member Denis Bedard.
ALSO PRESENT: Casey Cuddy, Fire Chief; Christine Reed, Treasurer; and Tara
Mieske, Secretary.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Chair called the Meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Fred Perry, Seconded by Wayne Good
#56-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Committee approves the Agenda for the Joint Fire Committee
Special Meeting dated June 17, 2016, as circulated.
Carried
None declared.
4. DELEGATIONS
None.
a) Minutes of a Regular Meeting dated May 13, 2016 and a Special Meeting dated May
27, 2016
#57-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee adopts the Minutes of Meetings of the Joint Fire
Committee dated May 13, 2016 and May 27, 2016, as circulated.
Carried
a) North Frontenac Resolution #200-16, Addington Highlands Resolution #233-16
Analyze Core Services:
i) Establishing and Regulating By-law #121-12
ii) Fire Chiefs Call Comparison Charts
#58-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee receives North Frontenac Council Resolution
#200-16 and Addington Highlands Council Resolution #233-16 instructing the Committee
to Analyze Core Services provided by the Kaladar/Barrie Fire Department and report
back to both Councils with recommendation;
Minutes of a Meeting of the Kaladar/Barrie Joint Fire Committee June 17, 2016
Page 1 of 3
AND THAT the Committee recommends the following amendments:
Section 1.4 – “Ontario Firefighters Curriculum” be amended to read “National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA);
Section 1.5 – changed to “Wildfire Suppression will be provided. Wilderness search may
be provided on a Limited Service basis.” Separated to two items.
Section 1.6 – Add “and personnel” after equipment.
Section 3.3 – Add “Carbon Monoxide (CO) after Smoke Alarms” and “The Smoke Alarm
and Carbon Monoxide Program shall be on going as mandated” at the beginning.
Carried
Fire Suppression – Shuttle Accreditation
Moved by Fred Perry, Seconded by Henry Hogg
#59-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee instructs the Fire Chief to investigate Shuttle
Accreditation or Relay Pumping and Dry Hydrant Placements and report back to the
Committee.
Carried
ii) Fire Chiefs Call Comparison Charts
Moved by Wayne Good, Seconded by Fred Perry
#60-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee receives the Fire Chief’s Call Comparison
charts for information.
Carried
7. MEMBER REPORTS AND STAFF ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
a) Fire Chief – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Request for Purchase
Moved by Wayne Good, Seconded by Fred Perry
#61-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee received for information the Fire Chief’s
Administrative Report entitled “Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Request for
Purchase”;
AND THAT the Fire Chief is authorized to enter into a Purchase Agreement with AJ
Stone Fire Service Supplier for the purchase of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
inclusive of associated equipment for Kaladar Barrie Fire Department in the amount of
$177,350 plus HST.
Carried
8. FINANCIAL REPORTS
None.
9. COMMUNICATIONS
None.
10. PUBLIC FORUM
None.
11. CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Henry Hogg, Seconded by Fred Perry
#62-16
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee shall go into Closed Session at 10:10 a.m. to:
a) Adopt the Minutes of a Closed Session of the Committee dated May 13, 2016;
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b) Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications
necessary for that purpose:
i) Solicitor’s comments on the Draft Establishing and Regulating By-law
provided to the Committee on September 13, 2013.
Carried
Moved by Henry Hogg Seconded by Fred Perry
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Committee returns to open session at 10:14 a.m.
Carried
#63-16
12. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Wayne Good, Seconded by Kirby Thompson
#64-16
BE IT RESOVED THAT the Committee moves to adjourn at 10:15 a.m. until August 26,
2016 or at the call of the Chair.
Carried
__________________________
Chair
_________________________
Secretary
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NOTES OF A MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY POLICING ADVISORY TASK FORCE
HELD ON JULY 4, 2016, AT THE CLAR MILL FIRE HALL UPSTARIS MEETING
ROOM, 6648 ROAD 506, PLEVNA, ONTARIO
PRESENT:
Council Representatives: Mayor Ron Higgins (Chair); Councillor Vernon Hermer and
Councillor Gerry Martin.
Community Representative: Fred Fowler.
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Representative: Sharon Brown (Staff Sergeant –
Detachment Commander), Frontenac Detachment; Staff Sergeant Scott Underhill,
Napanee Detachment (via teleconference).
Municipal Staff: Brooke Drechsler, Deputy Clerk/Assistant to the Planning Manager.
ABSENT WITH REGRETS: Paul Thiel, Community Representative.
1. Call to Order
Higgins called the Meeting to order at 10:53 a.m. and each attendee introduced
themselves.
2. Approval of the Agenda
The Task Force approved of the Agenda by consensus.
3. Delegations
None.
4. Approval of Notes
The Task Force received the Notes of a Meeting held August 4, 2015 for information.
These Notes had previously been approved in principle by the Task Force and received
by Council for information on August 31, 2015.
5. Business Arising Out of Minutes
a) Radar Speed Enforcement in Hamlet Areas
Higgins advised he would like to see more enforcement of the speed limit, particularly
within the hamlet areas and near Clarendon Central Public School. Brown advised she
had given notice to the Detachments in the area to provide more attention to the
enforcement of speed limits in North Frontenac Township. Higgins requested a report
from Brown regarding the enforcement of hamlet speed limits which she advised she
will provide.
6. Other Business
a) Email dated March 21, 2016 from Gregg Wise, Public Works Foreman re:
Clarification of Township Boundaries with OPP.
Brown advised that the Provincial Control Centre (PCC) and OPP are aware of the
boundaries of the Townships. However, based on information provided by the
complainant at the time of the accident, the officer contacted North Frontenac Township
Public Works. Brown advised that this was an isolated incident.
CPAC Task Force Notes – July 4, 2016
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b) Provincial Communication Centre (PCC) Central Emergency Reporting Bureau
(CERB) Queue Call Volume and Service Level
Brown advised the numbers provided by the PCC are 911 calls received by CERB. The
Grade of Service (GOS) average of 12 seconds is the average of the amount of time
between the call received and connected to appropriate service (Medical, Fire, Police).
Brown noted that, in certain situations, it can take longer than 12 seconds to determine
the emergency and where the call should be directed. The reports also show all calls
received, abandoned calls and average speed of answer. Reports showing the
breakdown by detachments are not available.
c) Ontario Provincial Police Billing Update
Higgins noted that the Rural Mayors Forum of Eastern Ontario (RMFEO) has been
created since the August 4, 2015 meeting of the Task Force. One of the objectives of
the RMFEO has been an analysis of the data used to create the OPP Billing Model. Due
to classifications by Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), smaller
municipalities have been unable to recover full costs using the new model. Higgins
emphasized that North Frontenac Township appreciates the services provided by the
OPP but feels changes are needed to the current billing model.
Brown advised the Ministry developed the model and MPAC provided the data. The
OPP has no say in the data provided or how the billing is implemented. Higgins noted
that MPAC will not release the data provided to the Ministry to municipalities for
analysis.
d) 2016 Essential Services Fair
Higgins suggested that it may be too late to organize the Fair for August of this year.
The Task Force discussed the possibility of the fair being held every two years and
perhaps in the spring or fall. Brown advised that the OPP would love to participate and
include the K9 Unit, Emergency Response and Boats. However, it can stretch OPP
resources, especially as July and August are months with high call outs for officers.
Brown suggested the summer months are not ideal to host an Essential Services Fair.
Higgins advised that the population of season residents decreases in the autumn
season, while June is busier with the end of the school year and many seasonal
residents coming to North Frontenac to open their cottages. Brown suggested a SubCommittee be formed to organize the Essential Services Fair. It was the consensus of
the Task Force to make this recommendation to Council for their consideration.
e) Round Table Discussion
Fowler felt that regular patrols through the Township would be beneficial but
understands that resources (officers) have to go where services are required. Brown
advised that the decision on how to best patrol an area is left to the Sergeants and
Officers to determine, using their discretion.
Brown provided the Police Service Board Report for North Frontenac for April to
December 2015 and January to March 2016 (see attached). She also provided the OPP
Calls for Service (CFS) Billing Summary Report (see attached).
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7. Next Meeting Date
The next Meeting will be on Thursday, October 13, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.
8. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 11:47 a.m.
Recommendations for Council’s Consideration
1. BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the recommendation from the Community
Policing Advisory Committee Task Force to create a Sub-Committee of the Task Force
to organize the Essential Services Fair.
Notes Approved by the Task Force in Principle ___________________________
Received by Council ________________________
_________________________
Mayor
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Clerk
3
VOUCHER PAYMENT DETAILS FOR COUNCIL’S
INFORMATION AT THE SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
COUNCIL MEETING
Excerpt from the Procurement By-law #78-14 Section 5.14:
“Payments will be released in response to invoices and net 30 days from the date received. The
Treasurer is authorized to pay all accounts, to avoid late charges, in accordance with this Policy.
The Treasurer shall provide Council with a Voucher Report on each regular Council Agenda for
Council’s information. The Voucher Report shall list all payments that have been issued since
the last Report.”
Draft Motion:
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the following Voucher Payment Details in
the amount of $634,356.17 for information purposes:
•
•
•
•
•
August 4, 2016
August 5, 2016
August 12, 2017
August 18, 2016
August 19, 2016
@
@
@
@
@
$ 45,053.10
$102,975.37
$ 99,014.80
$321,924.23
$ 65,388.67
Note:
The “YTD Balance” reflects the remaining Budget dollars (not-including the current
invoice being paid on the Report). As well the recoverable HST amounts are located at
the bottom of the Report rather than the top of the Report.
USTI (software provider) is working on correcting the YTD balances so they are correct
as of the invoices being paid within the report.
A/P Preliminary Cheque Run
8/4/2016 10:07am
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Vendor
InvoiceNumber
Date
Description
Due Date
Invoice Amt
Approved Amt
Account Number
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
01-750-0-58050
Capital Fund Expenditures
$370,000.00
$338,243.42
Property/Bldg Mtce (Grass/Cleaning/Snow Removal)
1704
01-B
GAINES, LARRY, OLD TOWN HALL, 14 BRIDGE STREET, ALMONTE, ON, K0A 1A0
08/04/16 PRELIMINARY DESIGN, DESIGN
08/04/16
$40,571.71
$40,571.71
$40,571.71
Total Property/Bldg Mtce (Grass/Cleaning/Snow
$40,571.71
Total Bills To Pay:
Total HST Federal and Provincial Recoverable This Report:
$40,571.71
2016
2016
$1,993.50
$2,487.89
01-000-0-12146
01-000-0-12147
$4,481.39
Grand Total:
$45,053.10
A/R HST - Fed - Recoverable (ITC)
A/R HST - Prov - Recoverable (ITC)
($82,017.81)
($102,199.58)
8/5/2016 12:40pm
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Vendor
InvoiceNumber
Date
Description
Due Date
Invoice Amt
Approved Amt
Account Number
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$17,000.00
$17,000.00
$10,977.91
$10,977.91
$6,000.00
$2,987.06
Administration
63
TWEED NEWS PUBLISHING CO. LTD., 242 VICTORIA ST, PO BOX 550, TWEED, ON, K0K 3J0
10109850
08/05/16 #10 WINDOW ENVELOPES
08/05/16
$190.80
114122
08/05/16 HIGHLIGHTERS AND METAL RULER
08/05/16
$36.56
$190.80
$36.56
01-110-0-50200
01-110-0-50200
Office Supplies and
Office Supplies and
$95.07
01-110-0-50230
Building Maintenance
$95.07
CHOICE COM COMPUTER NETWORK SPECIALISTS, 330 SIDNEY STREET, BELLEVILLE, ON, K8P 3Z3
08/05/16 WATERPROOF PAPER
08/05/16
$354.12
$354.12
08/05/16 E-3530C TOSHIBA COPIER SERVICE
08/05/16
$23.58
$23.58
08/05/16 TOSHIBA COPIER SERVICE AGREEMENT
08/05/16
$277.95
$277.95
01-110-0-50200
01-110-0-50360
01-110-0-50360
Office Supplies and
Leases (Photocopier and
Leases (Photocopier and
$17,000.00
$7,660.00
$7,660.00
$10,977.91
$3,251.70
$3,251.70
01-170-0-57000
Operating Expense (from
$82,500.00
$77,365.58
$227.36
600
CINTAS CORPORATION #884, 1150 GARDINERS ROAD, KINGSTON, ON, K7P 1R7
884744971
08/05/16 OFFICE MAT CLEANING SERVICE 7/13/16
08/05/16
$95.07
614
74711
74973
74974
$655.65
Total Administration
$978.08
Economic Development
216
SMART'S MARINA LIMITED, 1018 SMART ROAD, MAZINAW LAKE, CLOYNE, ON, K0H 1K0
AUGUST 2016
08/05/16 REIMBURSEMENT FOR CIP PROGRAM
08/05/16
$1,150.00
Total Economic Development
$1,150.00
$1,150.00
$1,150.00
8/5/2016 12:40pm
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Vendor
InvoiceNumber
Date
Description
Due Date
Invoice Amt
Approved Amt
CARLETON UNIFORMS INC., 5 COSTELLO DRIVE, CARLETON PLACE, ON, K7C 0B4
08/05/16 SHIRTS, TIES, BELT, SLIPON, BADGE
08/05/16
$293.58
$293.58
Account Number
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$11,000.00
$10,026.71
Fire Prevention and
$5,000.00
$3,884.07
01-200-0-54200
01-200-0-54200
01-200-0-54200
01-200-0-54200
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
$10,810.00
$10,810.00
$10,810.00
$10,810.00
$6,596.54
$6,596.54
$6,596.54
$6,596.54
01-250-0-41060
Building Permit Fees
$120,501.00
$36,987.51
01-300-0-55502
01-300-6-55502
Roadside Maintenance
$35,000.00
$20,000.00
$5,433.63
$20,000.00
01-300-6-53610
01-300-6-53610
Repairs -T126-1 - 2012
Repairs -T126-1 - 2012
$8,000.00
$8,000.00
$1,767.58
$1,767.58
01-300-0-54200
01-300-0-54200
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
$150,800.00
$150,800.00
$64,494.61
$64,494.61
Fire
636
69082
01-200-0-50207
$293.58
773
MINISTER OF FINANCE - FIRE, PAYMENT PROCESSING CENTRE, 33 KING ST. W. P.O. BOX 647, OSHAWA, ON, L1H 8X3
17190716060
08/05/16 NEW PROGRAM REGISTRATION FOR E.
08/05/16
$260.00
$260.00
01-200-0-52350
Protective
$260.00
896
985326
985375
985435
989370
SHARBOT LAKE PETRO - CANADA, HWY 7, BOX 372, SHARBOT LAKE, ON, K0H 2P0
08/05/16 DIESEL
08/05/16
$95.78
08/05/16 DIESEL
08/05/16
$97.21
08/05/16 UNLEADED FUEL
08/05/16
$49.05
08/05/16
$48.64
$95.78
$97.21
$49.05
$48.64
$290.68
Total Fire
$844.26
Building Department
1736
BERGSTROME, DAVID, 2 MALONE STREET, AYR, ON, N0B 1E0
AUGUST 2016
08/05/16 BUILDING PERMIT REFUND
08/05/16
$2,764.24
$2,764.24
$2,764.24
Total Building Department
$2,764.24
Roads
3
329
329
JIM BOLES MAINTENANCE, 1602 MOUNTAIN ROAD, PLEVNA, ON, K0H 2M0
08/05/16 2016 ROADSIDE MOWING & GUARDRAIL
08/05/16
$12,003.29
08/05/16 2016 ROADSIDE MOWING & GUARDRAIL
08/05/16
$6,005.70
$12,003.29
$6,005.70
$18,008.99
42
KALADAR AUTO PARTS INC, 112974 HIGHWAY #7, KALADAR, ON, K0H 1Z0
610492387
08/05/16 OIL FILTER
08/05/16
6104-92428
08/05/16 OIL FILTER
08/05/16
$67.16
$67.16
$67.16
$67.16
$134.32
66
387399
387400
DON WOODS FUELS LIMITED, 20 RIVER ST WEST, PO BOX 100, TWEED, ON, KOK 3JO
08/05/16 800.5 LITRES OF CLEAR DIESEL TO PLEVNA 08/05/16
$667.15
08/05/16 828.6 LITRES OF UNLEADED FUEL TO
08/05/16
$808.62
$667.15
$808.62
8/5/2016 12:40pm
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Vendor
InvoiceNumber
Date
96
1541
Description
Due Date
Invoice Amt
Approved Amt
Account Number
$1,475.77
GEMMILL SAND AND GRAVEL LIMITED, 4210 ELPHIN MABERLY ROAD, SNOW ROAD STATION, ON, K0H 2R0
08/05/16 RFT 2016-08 GRAVEL ROAD RESURFACING 08/05/16
$55,295.79
$55,295.79
01-300-0-58050
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
Capital Fund Expenditures $1,551,601.00 $1,333,173.70
$55,295.79
415
TIM'S AUTO BODY, P.O. Box 213, Cloyne, ON, K0H 1K0
01R44282
08/05/16 NSPECTED FOR NO START; REPLACED
08/05/16
$2,133.46
$2,133.46
01-300-0-53606
Repairs - Sterling Tandem
$5,000.00
$722.01
01-300-0-50209
Stock items (Hydraulic
$20,000.00
$11,210.03
01-300-0-50205
Other Materials (Includes
$10,000.00
$1,054.66
01-300-0-53606
Repairs - Sterling Tandem
$5,000.00
$722.01
01-400-0-50175
Contracted Services
$39,560.00
$26,025.57
01-500-0-50522
01-500-0-50522
Internment Expenses
Internment Expenses
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
01-615-0-58050
$29,200.00
$20,987.68
$2,133.46
571
WURTH CANADA LTD., 345 HANLON CREEK BOULEVARD, GUELPH, ON, N1C 0A1
22375485
08/05/16 INSERTS, MALE PIPE CONNECTORS AND
08/05/16
$69.49
$69.49
$69.49
600
884744970
08/05/16 MECHANIC COVERALLS & MAT CLEANING
08/05/16
$77.05
$77.05
$77.05
1533
TOROMONT CAT, 3131 HIGHWAY 7 WEST, P.O. BOX 5511, CONCORD, ON, L4K 1B7
PS001884883
08/05/16 TURBO, HOSE AND GASKETS
08/05/16
$3,517.46
$3,517.46
$3,517.46
Total Roads
$80,712.33
Waste Disposal
170
KIMCO STEEL SALES LIMITED, 1325 JOHN COUNTER BLVD, P. O. BOX 300, KINGSTON, ON, K7L 4W1
IV-265653
08/05/16 WASTE SITE BULK DISPOSAL 506, PLEVNA & 08/05/16
$1,455.42
$1,455.42
$1,455.42
Total Waste Disposal
$1,455.42
Cemeteries
3
325
326
08/05/16 PREPARATION AND CLOSURE OF
08/05/16
08/05/16 PREPARATION & CLOSURE OF CREMATION 08/05/16
$254.40
$254.40
$254.40
$254.40
$508.80
Total Cemeteries
$508.80
Recreation
3
327
08/05/16 INSTALLATION OF TANK & PRIVY FOR
08/05/16
$961.63
$961.63
8/5/2016 12:40pm
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Vendor
InvoiceNumber
Date
Description
Due Date
Invoice Amt
Approved Amt
Account Number
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$400.00
$400.00
$5,925.00
$3,368.02
$15,000.00
$12,378.60
$370,000.00
$338,243.42
$961.63
Total Recreation
$961.63
MNR Parks
3
328
08/05/16 MOWING ON SCHOONER ROAD
08/05/16
$356.16
$356.16
01-620-0-55502
01-620-0-54200
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
01-620-0-55504
Loosetop Maintenance
01-750-0-58050
$356.16
21
BENSON AUTO PARTS (HEAD OFFICE), 700 EDUCATION ROAD, CORNWALL, ON, K6H 6B8
34705758
08/05/16 OUTBOARD OIL
08/05/16
$105.50
$105.50
$105.50
343
16066
CHARLES TOOLEY CONSTRUCTION, 1607 NORTH ROAD, PLEVNA, ON, K0H 2M0
08/05/16 GRADING OF GOVAN LAKE ROAD AND RED 08/05/16
$2,951.04
$2,951.04
$2,951.04
Total MNR Parks
$3,412.70
699
KFL&A PUBLIC HEALTH, BOX 59, CLOYNE, ON, K0H 1K0
AUGUST 2016
08/05/16 MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATION FEE FOR
08/05/16
$400.00
$400.00
$400.00
$400.00
Total Bills To Pay:
2016
2016
$ 93,187.46
$4,354.09
$5,433.82
01-000-0-12146
01-000-0-12147
$9,787.91
Grand Total:
$102,975.37
($82,017.81)
($102,199.58)
8/12/2016 10:06am
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Invoice #
Vendor
Date
Description
Invoice Amt Account Number
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
Default
48 OMERS, ATTENTION: PENSION ACCOUNTING, P. O. BOX 19575,
JULY 2016
08/12/16 OMERS REMITTANCE - JULY 2016
JULY 2016
STN BRM B, TORONTO, ON, M7Y 3M1
$12,368.53
$576.44
67 WORKPLACE SAFETY & INSURANCE BOARD, P.O. BOX 4115, STATION A, TORONTO, ON, M5W 2V3
JULY 2016
08/12/16 WSIB REMITTANCE - JULY 2016
$160.36
$160.36
Total Default
$13,105.33
01-000-0-22096
01-000-0-57000
A/P Payroll OMERS
$0.00
$52,000.00
$1,041.31
($24,645.84)
01-000-0-57000
$52,000.00
($24,645.84)
8/12/2016 10:06am
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Vendor
Date
Invoice #
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
Administration
48
OMERS, ATTENTION: PENSION ACCOUNTING, P. O. BOX 19575,
JULY 2016
$3,934.23 01-110-0-50160
Benefits - OMERS
$54,500.00
$29,040.44
$3,934.23
67
WORKPLACE SAFETY & INSURANCE BOARD, P.O. BOX 4115, STATION A, TORONTO, ON, M5W 2V3
JULY 2016
$1,141.49 01-110-0-50140
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
$15,600.00
$7,992.64
Other Materials (Includes Shop
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
$2,500.91
$2,500.91
Leases (Photocopier and Postage
$7,660.00
$2,950.17
$14,000.00
$7,579.26
$0.00
($10.00)
$360.00
$180.81
$1,141.49
115
CASH ON HAND, , , ,
AUGUST 2016
08/12/16 MILK AND CREAM
AUGUST 2016
08/12/16 MILK AND CREAM
706
6149818
$7.98
$7.78
01-110-0-50205
01-110-0-50205
$15.76
NEOPOST LEASING SERVICES CDN LTD, 150 STEELCASE ROAD WEST, MARKHAM, ON, L3R 3J9
08/12/16 POSTAGE METER LEASE 9/1/16 - 11/30/16
$540.20 01-110-0-50360
$540.20
1114
FRED DEAN, 7 CLARENDON AVENUE, UNIT B, TORONTO, ON, M4V 1H8
AUGUST 2016
08/12/16 WEBINAR - CODES OF CONDUCT AND REPORT WRITING
$171.97
01-110-0-50350
Training/Seminars
01-110-0-52645
Consignment Paid to Permit Sellers
01-170-0-50140
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
$171.97
1654
HEINEMANN, JEAN, , PLEVNA, ON, K0H 2M0
JULY 25, 2016
08/12/16 CONSIGNMENT PAID FOR MAP SALES
$5.00
$5.00
$5,808.65
67
JULY 2016
$29.34
$29.34
$29.34
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Invoice #
Vendor
Date
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$24,880.00
$24,880.00
$9,253.35
$9,253.35
Sundry
115
CASH ON HAND, , , ,
AUGUST 2016
08/12/16 BABY GIFT - TOOLEY
AUGUST 2016
08/12/16 GREETING CARD
$50.00
$2.80
$52.80
Total Sundry
$52.80
01-190-0-50370
01-190-0-50370
Grants/Donations
Grants/Donations
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Vendor
Date
Invoice #
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$3,000.00
$450.31
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
$10,810.00
$10,810.00
$10,810.00
$6,305.86
$6,305.86
$6,305.86
$442.18
$447.42 01-200-0-50160
Benefits - OMERS
$6,650.00
$3,767.59
$447.42
67
JULY 2016
$1,056.00 01-200-0-50140
JULY 2016
$134.91 01-200-0-50140
JULY 2016
$9.41 01-200-0-50140
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
$14,200.00
$14,200.00
$14,200.00
$6,394.81
$6,394.81
$6,394.81
Fire
24
LINDE CANADA, LINDE CANADA LIMITED 15687, P.O. BOX 15687 STATION A, TORONTO, ON, M5W 1C1
54644248
08/12/16 OXYGEN
$9.40 01-200-0-52504
EFR - Oxygen
$9.40
32
605049
605053
605060
DOUBLE S SPORTS & MARINA, 9637 ROAD 509, OMPAH, ON, KOH 2JO
08/12/16 UNLEADED FUEL AND DIESEL
48
JULY 2016
$121.12
$224.24
$96.82
01-200-0-54200
01-200-0-54200
01-200-0-54200
$1,200.32
115
CASH ON HAND, , , ,
AUGUST 2016
08/12/16 LUNCH FOR ASST. FIRE CHIEF INTERVIEWS
AUGUST 2016
08/12/16 DONUTS AND MUFFINS FOR ASST. FIRE CHIEF INTERVIEWS
$42.70
$10.79
01-200-0-50205
01-200-0-50205
$2,300.00
$2,300.00
$1,643.72
$1,643.72
01-200-0-53758
01-200-0-53761
01-200-0-53766
01-200-0-53767
Repairs - Pumper - 2007
Repairs - Pumper 2009 - #71
Repairs - Unit 81 - 2011 Mini
Repairs - 2013 Tanker
$2,000.00
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
$1,000.00
$909.80
$359.05
$1,316.83
$492.50
$539,205.00
$313,779.61
$53.49
1267
53967
53967
53967
53967
ZION VALLEY EQUIPMENT, P.O. BOX 168, BEACHBURG, ON, K0J 1C0
08/12/16 2016 ANNUAL PUMPER TEST
$356.16
$356.16
$356.16
$356.16
$1,424.64
Total Fire
$3,577.45
Police
700
MINISTER OF FINANCE - POLICE, PAYMENT PROCESSING CENTRE, 33 KING ST. WEST, P.O. BOX 647, OSHAWA, ON, L1H 8X3
17280716009
08/12/16 2016 JUNE POLICE SERVICES
$45,243.00 01-220-0-50175 Contracted Services
$45,243.00
Total Police
$45,243.00
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Invoice #
Vendor
Date
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
Building Department
48
JULY 2016
$883.80 01-250-0-50160
Benefits - OMERS
$11,000.00
$5,670.61
$883.80
67
JULY 2016
$251.24 01-250-0-50140
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
$3,280.00
$1,689.29
Mileage
Contracted Services
$1,600.00
$3,000.00
$1,600.00
$2,816.86
Mileage
Contracted Services
Contracted Services
$1,500.00
$10,000.00
$10,000.00
$1,373.00
$7,396.47
$7,396.47
$251.24
$1,135.04
By-law Enforcement
230
FRONTENAC MUNICIPAL LAW ENFORCEMENT INC., 7679 PERTH ROAD, RR 1, PERTH ROAD, ON, K0H 2L0
NF-B-AC-201608/12/16 JUNE 2016 - MILEAGE FOR BY-LAW ISSUES
$127.00 01-255-0-50120
NF-B-AC-201608/12/16 JUNE 2016 - HOURLY WAGES FOR BY-LAW ISSUES
$106.24 01-255-0-50175
$233.24
Total By-law Enforcement
$233.24
Animal Control
230
FRONTENAC MUNICIPAL LAW ENFORCEMENT INC., 7679 PERTH ROAD, RR 1, PERTH ROAD, ON, K0H 2L0
NF-B-AC-201608/12/16 JUNE 2016 - MILEAGE FOR ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES
$253.99 01-270-0-50120
NF-B-AC-201608/12/16 JUNE 2016 - HOURLY WAGES FOR ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES
$159.36 01-270-0-50175
NF-B-AC-201608/12/16 JUNE 2016 - STANDBY FEE FOR ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES
$424.77 01-270-0-50175
$838.12
Total Animal Control
$838.12
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Invoice #
Vendor
Date
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$1,000.00
$681.26
$10,000.00
$977.61
$5,000.00
($4,928.91)
Benefits - OMERS
$46,125.00
$21,760.91
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
$150,800.00
$150,800.00
$150,800.00
$150,800.00
$150,800.00
$63,018.84
$63,018.84
$63,018.84
$63,018.84
$63,018.84
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
$14,100.00
$5,696.95
$110,000.00
$87,856.87
$5,000.00
($4,928.91)
$150,800.00
$63,018.84
$6,500.00
$2,346.36
Roads
21
34707157
08/12/16 LEFT REAR WHEEL SEAL
$49.51
01-300-0-53300
$49.51
24
LINDE CANADA, LINDE CANADA LIMITED 15687, P.O. BOX 15687 STATION A, TORONTO, ON, M5W 1C1
54702054
08/12/16 ACETYLENE
$229.73 01-300-0-50205
Repairs - 2008 Ford 2 Ton Truck
$229.73
42
6104-93040
08/12/16 PRIMARY AIR FILTER
48
JULY 2016
$89.77
01-300-0-53606
$89.77
$5,074.42 01-300-0-50160
Repairs - Sterling Tandem - T086-1
$5,074.42
66
343944
387566
387567
387583
387669
DON WOODS FUELS LIMITED, 20 RIVER ST WEST, PO BOX 100, TWEED, ON, KOK 3JO
08/12/16 401.4 LITRES OF COLOURED DIESEL TO PLEVNA GARAGE #2 8/3/16
08/12/16 1209.4 LITRES OF CLEAR DIESEL TO PLEVNA GARAGE #2 7/28/16
08/12/16 889.7 LITRES OF UNLEADED FUEL TO PLEVNA GARAGE #2 7/28/16
08/12/16 743.9 LITRES OF COLOURED DIESEL TO PLEVNA GARAGE #2
08/12/16 402.2 LITRES OF UNLEADED FUEL TO PLEVNA GARAGE #2 8/4/16
$277.35
$958.70
$859.19
$514.00
$388.41
01-300-0-54200
01-300-0-54200
01-300-0-54200
01-300-0-54200
01-300-0-54200
$2,997.65
67
JULY 2016
$1,733.64 01-300-0-50140
519
15403
$1,733.64
CRAIN'S CONSTRUCTION LIMITED, 1800 MABERLY-ELPHIN ROAD, RR#1, MABERLY, ON, K0H 2B0
08/12/16 GRANULAR 'A' CRUSHED GRAVEL
$1,763.76 01-300-0-55504
$1,763.76
1157
TIM'S TRUCK & EQUIPMENT SERVICE INC., 29 COMMERCIAL COURT, NAPANEE, ON, K7R 4A2
01R44282
08/12/16 INSPECTED FOR NO START, REPLACED INJECTOR BUT DID NOT
$2,133.46 01-300-0-53606
Repairs - Sterling Tandem - T086-1
$2,133.46
1169
7912026
BLACK DOG TIRE & LUBRICANTS LTD., 566 O'CONNOR DRIVE, KINGSTON, ON, K7P 1N3
08/12/16 CHEVRON DELO ECL 50/50 JUGS
1663
V02279
BELL MOBILITY INC., P.O. BOX 80717, BURNABY, BC, V5H 3Y1
08/12/16 AUGUST 2016 - 2 WAY AIRTIME & SYSTEM ACCESS FEES
$182.45
01-300-0-54200
Fuel and Lube (Oil)
01-300-0-50390
Dispatch/Communications
$182.45
$485.52
$485.52
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Vendor
Invoice #
Date
Description
Account Description
1716
GROENEVELD LUBRICATION SOLUTIONS INC., C/O T10292C, P.O. BOX 4918, STN A, TORONTO, ON, M5W 0C9
020/40095511
08/12/16 GREASEABLE CLEVIS PINS
$295.67 01-300-0-50209 Stock items (Hydraulic Supplies,
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$20,000.00
$11,140.54
$295.67
Total Roads
$15,035.58
Waste Disposal
48
JULY 2016
$152.43 01-400-0-50160
Benefits - OMERS
$3,300.00
$1,429.08
$152.43
67
JULY 2016
$208.05 01-400-0-50140
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
$2,500.00
$1,338.37
$0.00
($150.00)
$39,560.00
$24,570.15
$900.00
$170.67
$100,000.00
$100,000.00
$100,000.00
$100,000.00
$100,000.00
$100,000.00
$100,000.00
$57,588.44
$57,588.44
$57,588.44
$57,588.44
$57,588.44
$57,588.44
$57,588.44
$2,000.00
$851.16
$208.05
115
CASH ON HAND, , , ,
AUGUST 2016
08/12/16 S. MCLUCKIE - WASTE ATTENDANT FLOAT
$30.00
01-400-0-11040
$30.00
170
IV-266454
08/12/16 WASTE SITE BULK DISPOSAL 506 & PLEVNA 7/28/16
$1,432.12 01-400-0-50175
Dump Site Attendant - Petty Cash
Contracted Services
$1,432.12
185
694022
AGO INDUSTRIES INC, , P. O. BOX 7132, LONDON, ON, N5Y 4J9
08/12/16 TRAFFIC SAFETY SHORT SLEEVE T-SHIRTS
$60.23
01-400-0-50207
Protective Clothing
01-400-0-50295
01-400-0-50295
01-400-0-50295
01-400-0-50295
01-400-0-50295
01-400-0-50295
01-400-0-50295
Consulting Services
Consulting Services
Consulting Services
Consulting Services
Consulting Services
Consulting Services
Consulting Services
01-400-0-50390
$60.23
1641
CAMBIUM INC., P.O. BOX 325, 52 HUNTER ST. EAST, PETERBOROUGH, ON, K9H 1G5
2016-18803
08/12/16 506 WASTE MANAGEMENT SUMMER SAMPLING & MPAC DATA
2016-18814
08/12/16 ARDOCH WASTE MANAGEMENT SUMMER SAMPLING & MPAC
2016-18815
08/12/16 KASHWAKAMAK WASTE MPAC DATA SUBMISSION TO JULY 31,
2016-18816
08/12/16 MISSISSIPPI WASTE MPAC DATA SUBMISSION UP TO JULY 31, 2016
2016-18817
08/12/16 PLEVNA WASTE SUMMER SAMPLING & MPAC DATA SUBMISSION
2016-18818
08/12/16 CLOYNE WASTE MPAC DATA SUBMISSION SERVICES TO JULY 31,
2016-18819
08/12/16 FERNLEIGH WASTE MANAGEMENT SUMMER SAMPLING UP TO
$1,124.45
$605.47
$101.76
$101.76
$758.11
$101.76
$503.71
$3,297.02
1663
V02279
$164.12
$164.12
$5,343.97
8/12/2016 10:06am
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Invoice #
Vendor
Date
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
Recycling
48
JULY 2016
$82.08 01-450-0-50160
Benefits - OMERS
$5,900.00
$3,840.18
$82.08
67
JULY 2016
$280.44 01-450-0-50140
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
$2,900.00
$1,650.14
$280.44
170
IV-264003
08/12/16 DECOMISSIONED AND DISPOSED OF FREON FROM 43 UNITS
$875.14 01-450-0-50175
Contracted Services
$14,240.00
$14,240.00
01-450-0-50175
01-450-0-50175
Contracted Services
Contracted Services
$14,240.00
$14,240.00
$14,240.00
$14,240.00
01-610-0-50140
01-610-0-50140
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
$1,030.00
$1,030.00
$515.08
$515.08
01-615-0-50140
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
$420.00
$315.84
$875.14
1163
W15794
W15794
DRAIN - ALL LTD., 1611 LIVERPOOL COURT, OTTAWA, ON, K1B 4L1
08/12/16 506 HAZARDOUS WASTE PICKUP 7/20/16
08/12/16 PLEVNA HAZARDOUS WASTE PICKUP 7/20/16
$1,629.63
$1,554.97
$3,184.60
Total Recycling
$4,422.26
Community Halls
67
JULY 2016
$61.34
JULY 2016
$24.48
$85.82
Total Community Halls
$85.82
Recreation
67
JULY 2016
$65.96
$65.96
Total Recreation
$65.96
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Vendor
Date
Invoice #
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
MNR Parks
48
JULY 2016
$307.39 01-620-0-50160
Benefits - OMERS
$2,210.00
$1,460.23
$307.39
67
JULY 2016
$201.78 01-620-0-50140
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
$955.00
$707.53
$565.00
$428.24
$201.78
1663
V02279
$34.19
01-620-0-50390
$34.19
Total MNR Parks
$543.36
48
JULY 2016
$910.34 01-750-0-50160
Benefits - OMERS
$13,000.00
$7,086.85
$910.34
67
JULY 2016
$267.02 01-750-0-50140
Benefits - W.S.I.B.
$3,850.00
$2,029.17
$267.02
$1,177.36
Total Bills To Pay:
$96,697.28
2016
2016
$1,030.89
$1,286.63
$2,317.52
Grand Total:
99,014.80
01-000-0-12146
01-000-0-12147
($82,017.81)
($102,199.58)
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Invoice #
Vendor
Date
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$15,000.00
$15,000.00
Default
1562
SINKS N MORE, P.O. BOX 2300, ORILLIA, ON, L3V 6S2
16090227
08/18/16 PRIVY FOR OMPAH RESTSTOP
$2,559.26
$2,559.26
Total Default
$ 2,559.26
01-000-0-58050
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Invoice #
Vendor
Date
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$1,500.00
$821.94
$17,000.00
$17,000.00
$10,396.43
$10,396.43
Council
34
61938
FRONTENAC NEWS, THE, PO BOX 229, 1095 GARETT STREET, SHARBOT LAKE, ON, K0H 2P0
08/18/16 ADVERTISING - AMENDMENT TO FEES AND CHARGES BY-LAW
$65.57
01-100-0-50260
Advertising
01-110-0-50200
01-110-0-50200
Office Supplies and Stationery
Office Supplies and Stationery
01-110-0-50230
$6,000.00
$2,891.99
01-170-0-50211
01-170-0-50211
01-170-0-50211
01-170-0-50265
01-170-0-58050
4 Seasons Scenic Route
Promotions (Special Events)
$800.00
$800.00
$800.00
$6,700.00
$0.00
$698.24
$698.24
$698.24
$6,934.48
$0.00
$65.57
Total Council
$65.57
Administration
63
114200
114205
TWEED NEWS PUBLISHING CO. LTD., 242 VICTORIA ST, PO BOX 550, TWEED, ON, K0K 3J0
08/18/16 8 1/2 X 11 PAPER, 11 X 17 PAPER, DYMO LABELS
$367.32
08/18/16 ENVELOPES
$34.59
$401.91
600
884751052
08/18/16 OFFICE MAT CLEANING SERVICE 8/10/16
$95.07
$95.07
$496.98
44
269397
269504
271516
272235
270453
LOOKOUT HOME HARDWARE BLDG CENTRE, 7617 ROAD 509, PLEVNA, ON, K0H 2M0
08/18/16 PICNIC TABLE FOR MISSISSIPPI BRIDGE
08/18/16 CHAIN AND PADLOCKS FOR PICNIC TABLES AT MISSISSIPPI
08/18/16 BENCH FOR MISSISSIPPI BRIDGE
08/18/16 PLYWOOD FOR ART PROJECT PER EDTF
08/18/16 MATERIALS FOR LINDA'S LOOP TRAIL
$183.16
$76.25
$234.04
$264.42
$268.94
$1,026.81
$1,026.81
8/17/2016 1:19pm
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Vendor
Date
Invoice #
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$1,700.00
$819.37
$24,880.00
$9,253.35
$500.00
$429.09
$16,075.00
$10,460.88
$500.00
$489.62
Sundry
6
COUNTY OF FRONTENAC, , 2069 BATTERSEA ROAD, GLENBURNIE, ON, K0H 1S0
IVC46911
08/18/16 AUGUST 2016 - EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
$137.15
01-190-0-50295
$137.15
1079
O.C. TANNER RECOGNITION COMPANY LTD., 4200 FAIRVIEW STREET, BURLINGTON, ON, L7L 4Y8
931070034
08/18/16 EMPLOYEE LONG SERVICE AWARD 2015
$184.32 01-190-0-50370
Consulting Services
Grants/Donations
$184.32
Total Sundry
$321.47
Fire
23
352426
B.M.R. MFG. INC, 673 COUNTY ROAD #38, PO BOX 657, CAMPBELLFORD, ON, K0L 1L0
08/18/16 SIGNS - FIRE BAN ON
219
33
JOE MUMBY - SEPTIC TANK PUMPING, , BOX 132, TWEED, ON, K0K 3J0
08/18/16 SEPTIC TANK PUMPING AT PLEVNA FIRE HALL & SNOW ROAD
$538.82
01-200-0-55550
Safety Devices (Signs)
01-200-0-50230
01-250-0-53401
Repairs - P16-1 2016 Ford F150
$538.82
$508.80
$508.80
Total Fire
$1,047.62
Building Department
101
36809
MANION'S SALES & SERVICE, 6145 ROAD 506, P.O. BOX 80, ARDOCH, ON, K0H 1C0
08/18/16 REPAIR NAIL HOLE IN TIRE
$25.43
$25.43
$25.43
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Invoice #
Vendor
Date
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
Roads
10
K551524
SWISH MAINTENANCE LIMITED, 2060 FISHER DRIVE, PO BOX 3000, PETERBOROUGH, ON, K9J 8N4
08/18/16 CLEAR GARBAGE BAGS AND ROLL TOWELS
$97.12
01-300-0-50205
$10,000.00
$977.61
01-300-0-50205
01-300-0-50209
01-300-6-53604
01-300-6-53604
01-300-6-53604
01-300-6-53604
Stock items (Hydraulic Supplies,
Repairs - Float Trailer Repairs - Float Trailer Repairs - Float Trailer Repairs - Float Trailer -
$10,000.00
$20,000.00
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
$977.61
$11,140.54
$842.84
$842.84
$842.84
$842.84
01-300-0-53313
Repairs - 1999 Ford E350 - Service
$1,000.00
$66.31
01-300-0-50205
01-300-0-50205
01-300-0-50230
01-300-6-53604
01-300-6-53604
Repairs - Float Trailer Repairs - Float Trailer -
$10,000.00
$10,000.00
$19,625.00
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
$977.61
$977.61
$3,325.87
$842.84
$842.84
$110,000.00
$87,856.87
$3,000.00
$1,293.48
$10,000.00
$977.61
$97.12
21
34707564
08/18/16 SQUARE KEYSTOCK 1/8, 3/16, 1/4
34704293
08/18/16 CABIN AIR FILTERS
34706032
08/18/16 THREAD CUTTING FLO
34706408
08/18/16 4 TO 7 PIN TRAILER CONNECTOR
34706499
08/18/16 DECK BOARD SCREWS
34706865
08/18/16 DRILL BITS FOR SCREWS
$6.89
$94.85
$54.65
$7.21
$54.65
$9.12
$227.37
42
6104-92926
08/18/16 OIL FILTER
$17.94
$17.94
44
270737
271611
268027
268027
269091
08/18/16 FLOURESCENT LIGHT BULBS
08/18/16 GRINDER ELECTRICAL PLUGS
08/18/16 UTILITY COVER BOX FOR BATHROOM LIGHT SWITCH
08/18/16 PLYWOOD FOR FLOAT DECK
08/18/16 BOLTS AND SCREWS
96
1493
$146.63
08/18/16 GRANULAR 'A' FOR CRUISE, STATION, GEMMILL AND SHINER
$10,329.14 01-300-0-55504
$38.63
$21.34
$1.41
$38.66
$46.59
$10,329.14
192
IV43966
HARTINGTON EQUIPMENT, 5474 HWY 38, P. O. BOX 50, HARTINGTON, ON, K0H 1W0
08/18/16 THERMOSTAT
$46.04
01-300-0-53314
Repairs - Case Backhoe 2006 - B061
01-300-0-50205
01-300-0-58050
01-300-0-58050
$46.04
600
884751051
08/18/16 MECHANIC COVERALLS & MAT CLEANING SERVICE 8/10/16
$77.05
$77.05
1531
CORNWALL FREIGHTLINER, 2015 VINCENT MASSEY DR., CORNWALL, ON, K6H 5S7
AUGUST 2/16
08/18/16 A/C TAX AND STEWARDSHIP FEES FOR 2017 FREIGHTLINER
AUGUST 2/16
08/18/16 2017 FREIGHTLINER MODEL 114SD TANDEM TRUCK WITH
$233.54
$260,790.01
$261,023.55
$1,551,601.00 $1,278,229.91
$1,551,601.00 $1,278,229.91
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Vendor
Date
Invoice #
Description
Total Roads
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$271,964.84
Waste Disposal
10
K551524
SWISH MAINTENANCE LIMITED, 2060 FISHER DRIVE, PO BOX 3000, PETERBOROUGH, ON, K9J 8N4
08/18/16 CLEAR GARBAGE BAGS
$313.68
44
269093
269328
270971
270981
08/18/16 TIE WIRES
08/18/16 MAGNETIC TAPE
08/18/16 CREDIT FOR KEY CUT (WOULD NOT WORK)
08/18/16 WASP AND HORNET INSECTICIDE
1368
041848
WILCOX, ROY, 1129 JOHNNY'S LANE, ARDOCH, ON, K0H 1C0
08/18/16 WASTE SITES - ADVERSE BEAR SERVICES - JUNE 29TH TO
1520
8/2/16
1870431 ONTARIO INC., 6 OLIVER RD., GENERAL DELIVERY, KALADAR, ON, K0H 1Z0
08/18/16 CONSIGNMENT FOR BAG TAGS SOLD 2016
1635
419818
BROUSE, JOE, 1200 MOUNTAIN RD., PLEVNA, ON, K0H 2M0
08/18/16 PIT RUN SAND FOR PLEVNA WASTE SITE
01-400-0-50205
$1,500.00
$955.78
01-400-0-50205
01-400-0-50205
01-400-0-50205
01-400-0-50205
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
$955.78
$955.78
$955.78
$955.78
01-400-0-50175
Contracted Services
$39,560.00
$24,570.15
01-400-0-52645
Consignment Paid to Permit Sellers
$100.00
$67.80
01-400-0-50204
Covering Material
$2,500.00
$520.00
01-450-0-53806
Repairs - Recycling Truck - REC
$5,000.00
$3,480.62
01-450-0-53806
Repairs - Recycling Truck - REC
$5,000.00
$3,480.62
$313.68
$7.62
$7.83
($5.47)
$11.51
$21.49
$2,963.40
$2,963.40
$20.00
$20.00
$288.00
$288.00
$3,606.57
Recycling
12
23240
A & B FORD SALES LTD, 31 DUFFERIN ST, PERTH, ON, K7H 3A5
08/18/16 RELAY ASSY - STARTER
$47.67
$47.67
1727
PREMIER TRUCK GROUP, 7035 PACIFIC CIRCLE, MISSISSAUGA, ON, L5T 2A8
864102924
08/18/16 OIL FILL CAP
$23.83
$23.83
Total Recycling
$71.50
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Vendor
Date
Invoice #
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$0.00
$0.00
($508.80)
($508.80)
Cemeteries
3
331
332
08/18/16 PREPARATION & CLOSURE OF CREMATION INTERNMENT - A.
08/18/16 PREPARATION AND CLOSURE OF CASKET INTERNMENT - E.
$254.40
$610.56
01-500-0-50522
01-500-0-50522
Internment Expenses
Internment Expenses
01-610-0-50205
01-610-0-50230
01-610-0-50230
$3,000.00
$12,300.00
$12,300.00
$1,723.57
$7,086.74
$7,086.74
01-610-0-50230
$12,300.00
$7,086.74
$3,000.00
$1,723.57
$864.96
Total Cemeteries
$864.96
Community Halls
44
271405
268493
269010
08/18/16 MR. CLEAN AND INSECTICIDE
08/18/16 PIPE, HOSE CLAMPS, ADAPTERS, TIE AND FAUCET FOR CLAR08/18/16 PIPE STRAPS, HOSE CLAMP, ADAPTER AND BALL VALVE FOR
219
33
08/18/16 SEPTIC TANK PUMPING AT HARLOWE, BARRIE, SNOW ROAD,
$18.30
$45.24
$23.02
$86.56
$1,373.76
$1,373.76
490
CAMPBELLFORD WHOLESALE CO. LTD., 11 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE, CAMPBELLFORD, ON, K0L 1L0
10372953
08/18/16 BATHROOM TISSUE, GARBAGE BAGS, CLEANER, WINDEX, PAPER
$218.38 01-610-0-50205
$218.38
Total Community Halls
$1,678.70
8/17/2016 1:19pm
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Invoice #
Vendor
Date
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$29,200.00
$20,026.05
Recreation
23
352199
B.M.R. MFG. INC, 673 COUNTY ROAD #38, PO BOX 657, CAMPBELLFORD, ON, K0L 1L0
08/18/16 SIGNS - PUBLIC WASHROOMS - MARBLE LAKE BEACH
44
267782
268215
270287
270461
271930
269123
270463
08/18/16 SEPTIC CLEANER
08/18/16 WASHERS AND BOLTS
08/18/16 STAPLER AND STAPLES
08/18/16 DIFFERENCE FOR EXCHANGE OF STAPLER
08/18/16 CAR AIR FRESHNER AND CARGO STRAP WITH HOOK
08/18/16 ROUND UP FOR PCCA TRAIL
08/18/16 ROUND UP HERBICIDE FOR LINDA'S LOOP TRAIL
92
279626
BISHOP LAKE TENT & TRAILER PARK, BOX 102, CLOYNE, ON, K0H 1K0
08/18/16 BEAR SPRAY
101
36648
MANION'S SALES & SERVICE, 6145 ROAD 506, P.O. BOX 80, ARDOCH, ON, K0H 1C0
08/18/16 TRIMMER LINE
$134.20
01-615-0-58050
01-615-0-50205
01-615-0-50205
01-615-0-50205
01-615-0-50205
01-615-0-50205
01-615-0-52628
01-615-0-52628
Recreation Trails
Recreation Trails
$1,200.00
$1,200.00
$1,200.00
$1,200.00
$1,200.00
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
$1,108.58
$1,108.58
$1,108.58
$1,108.58
$1,108.58
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
01-615-0-50205
$1,200.00
$1,108.58
01-615-0-50205
$1,200.00
$1,108.58
01-615-0-53011
Repairs - 2015 Multi-Purpose
$1,500.00
$456.50
01-615-0-50175
01-615-0-50175
Contracted Services
Contracted Services
$7,700.00
$7,700.00
$7,700.00
$7,700.00
$134.20
$36.61
$8.01
$42.21
$2.04
$37.12
$38.66
$35.61
$200.26
$91.56
$91.56
$19.54
$19.54
192
HARTINGTON EQUIPMENT, 5474 HWY 38, P. O. BOX 50, HARTINGTON, ON, K0H 1W0
KUB COUPON
08/18/16 CREDIT KUB COUPON
($50.00)
($50.00)
219
33
33
08/18/16 SEPTIC TANK PUMPING AT 14270 ROAD 509
08/18/16 SEPTIC TANK PUMPING AT CLOYNE TENNIS COURT & PLEVNA
$152.64
$305.28
$457.92
Total Recreation
$853.48
8/17/2016 1:19pm
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Vendor
Date
Invoice #
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
MNR Parks
21
34706742
08/18/16 HEADLAMP BULB
$9.65
01-620-0-53900
Repairs - 2008 Ford Sub Compact
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
01-620-0-50205
01-620-0-53900
Repairs - 2008 Ford Sub Compact
$1,000.00
$1,500.00
$847.89
$1,500.00
$15,000.00
$9,427.56
$200.00
$200.00
$1,050.00
$970.64
$10,000.00
$7,302.33
$9.65
44
270194
271516
08/18/16 SHOVEL
08/18/16 WASHER FLUID
96
1499
$30.00
08/18/16 14 HRS RENTAL OF JOHN DEERE W/OPERATOR FOR WORK ON
$1,780.80 01-620-0-55504
216
24946
SMART'S MARINA LIMITED, 1018 SMART ROAD, MAZINAW LAKE, CLOYNE, ON, K0H 1K0
08/18/16 WHEEL BEARING KIT FOR TRAILER
$26.45
$3.55
$1,780.80
$52.89
01-620-0-53909
Repairs - 2011 Boat Trailer (Jon
01-660-0-50230
01-700-0-50292
Sale of Road Allowance Expense
$52.89
Total MNR Parks
$1,873.34
Libraries
219
33
08/18/16 SEPTIC TANK PUMPING AT PLEVNA LIBRARY
$228.96
$228.96
Total Libraries
$228.96
Planning
34
61913
08/18/16 ADVERTISING - SALE OF ROAD ALLOWANCE
$80.59
$80.59
Total Planning
$80.59
8/17/2016 1:19pm
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Invoice #
Vendor
Date
Description
Account Description
Budgeted $
YTD Balance
$370,000.00
$297,271.71
$14,000.00
$1,600.00
$3,609.60
$843.06
$4,850.00
$2,009.16
$370,000.00
$297,271.71
34
61913
08/18/16 ADVERTISING - RFT 2016-10
$106.38
44
268493
268571
08/18/16 WATER SOFTNER SALT FOR CLAR-MILL HALL
08/18/16 SPONGES, TIRE CLEANER, CAR WASH BUG REMOVER SPONGE
219
33
08/18/16 SEPTIC TANK PUMPING AT TOWNSHIP OFFICE
01-750-0-58050
01-750-0-50231
01-750-0-53907
Water Regulations (Analysis, etc.)
Repairs - C12-1 - 2012 Chev Cruz
01-750-0-50230
01-750-0-58050
$106.38
$35.37
$47.25
$82.62
$228.96
$228.96
1737
CONCORD ENGINEERING, 755 BAKER CRESCENT, KINGSTON, ON, K7M 6P5
2016-0720
08/18/16 DESIGNATED SUBSTANCE SURVEY FOR MUNICIPAL OFFICE
$3,052.80
$3,052.80
$3,470.76
Total Bills To Pay:
$290,236.84
2016
2016
$14,095.83
$17,591.56
01-000-0-12146
01-000-0-12147
$31,687.39
Grand Total:
$321,924.23
($87,365.40)
($108,873.29)
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF NORTH FRONTENAC
BY-LAW # 70-16
BEING A BY-LAW TO IMPOSE CURRENT FEES AND CHARGES FOR VARIOUS
SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWNSHIP OF NORTH FRONTENAC AND
PROVIDE FOR RECOVERY OF APPLICABLE COSTS, AND TO REPEAL BY-LAW
#56-16
WHEREAS Section 391 (1) and (3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as
amended, authorizes a Municipality to impose fees or charges including costs incurred
by the Municipality related to administration, enforcement and the establishment,
acquisition and replacement of capital assets, on persons,
a) for services or activities provided or done by or on behalf of it;
b) for costs payable by it for services or activities provided or done by or on behalf
of any other municipality or local board; and
c) for the use of its property including property under its control;
AND WHEREAS Section 398 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as
amended, authorizes the Treasurer of a Municipality to add fees and charges imposed
by the Municipality to the tax roll for the following property in the Municipality and collect
them in the same manner as Municipal taxes: 1) In the case of fees and charges for the
supply of a public utility, the property to which the public utility was supplied; 2) In all
other cases, any property for which all of the owners are responsible for paying the fees
and charges;
AND WHEREAS Section 444 (1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, as amended,
authorizes a Municipality to make an order requiring the person who contravened the
by-law or who caused or permitted the contravention or the owner or occupier of the
land on which the contravention occurred to discontinue the contravening activity;
AND WHEREAS Section 445 (1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, as amended,
authorizes a Municipality to make an order requiring the person who contravened the
by-law or who caused or permitted the contravention or the owner or occupier of the
land on which the contravention occurred to do work to correct the contravention;
AND WHEREAS Section 446 (1) (3) and (5) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, as
amended, authorizes a Municipality who has the authority to direct or require a person
to do a matter or thing, the Municipality may also provide that, in default of it being done
by the Municipality or if the Municipality is required to do it, the matter or thing shall be
done at the person’s expense; the Municipality may recover the costs of doing a matter
or thing by adding the costs to the tax roll and collecting them in the same manner as
property taxes; and the costs include interest calculated at a rate of 15 per cent or such
lesser rate as may be determined by the Municipality, calculated for the period
commencing on the day the Municipality incurs the costs and ending on the day the
costs, including the interest, are paid in full;
AND WHEREAS Section 69 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended,
authorizes the Council of a Municipality, by by-law, may establish a tariff of fees for the
processing of applications made in respect of planning matters;
By-law #70-16
Fees and Charges By-law
Page 1 of 24
NOW THEREFORE Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac r
enacts this “Fees and Charges By-law” as follows:
THAT the fees and charges for various Municipal services as shown in the Schedules
attached hereto and forming part of this By-law were previously adopted by Council and
shall remain in effect unless Council adopts a By-law amending and/or repealing same:
Schedule ‘A’
Schedule ‘B’
Schedule ‘C’
Schedule ‘D’
Schedule ‘E’
Schedule ‘F’
Schedule ‘G’
Schedule ‘H’
Schedule ‘I’
Schedule ‘J’
Schedule ‘K’
Schedule ‘L’
Schedule ‘M’
Schedule ‘N’
Schedule ‘O’
– ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE
– DOG TAGS, LICENCE AND ANIMAL CONTROL
– BUILDING
– CROWN LAND STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM
– PLANNING
– WASTE MANAGEMENT – LANDFILL TIPPING FEES
– CEMETERIES
– FIRE DEPARTMENT
– ROADSIDE DITCH ALTERATION
– CIVIC ADDRESSING
– CONSTRUCTION OF ENTRANCES
– COMMUNITY HALL RENTALS
– RECREATIONAL VEHICLE LICENSE
- DISPOSITION OF LAND
- LINE FENCE VIEWINGS
AND THAT all fees and charges will be subject to applicable taxes unless otherwise
noted;
AND THAT payments made in U.S. funds shall be credited at par, meaning no
exchange will be paid as payments are accepted in Canadian Funds only;
AND THAT all fees and charges set out in this By-law shall be payable prior to the
provision of the service unless an Agreement in writing is made to the contrary and
approved by the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO);
AND THAT in the event any fee or charge imposed herein remains unpaid after
provision of the service or is otherwise in arrears, after a period of 30 days, such fees or
charges may be added to the Tax Roll for any real property in the Township of North
Frontenac, the property owner(s) of which is responsible for paying the fee or charge
and shall be collected in like manner as Municipal Taxes;
AND THAT Council does hereby delegate the Treasurer of the Township, in
consultation with the CAO, the authority to administer such fees and charges and
approve such forms and procedures as may be required for the efficient administration
of the fees and charges;
AND THAT the fees set out in the Fees and Charges in this By-law shall be reviewed
on an annual basis by each applicable Manager and the Manager shall advise the CAO
of any recommended changes to ensure the Township’s Fees/Charges are fair,
reasonable and are not greater than the actual cost to provide the service;
By-law #70-16
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AND THAT if there is a discrepancy in fee prices, the fees set out herein supersedes
any fees listed in other By-laws;
AND THAT any additions/amendments to the “Fees and Charges By-law” shall be
authorized by By-law;
AND THAT should any sections of this By-law, including any section or part of any
schedules attached hereto be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be ultra
vires, the remaining sections shall nevertheless remain valid and binding;
AND THAT this By-Law shall come into force and take effect on the date of its passing;
AND THAT By-law #56-16 is hereby repealed;
AND THAT all resolutions, By-laws or part of By-laws, which are contrary to or
inconsistent with this By-law, are hereby repealed.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME, THIS 2nd DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2016.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 2nd DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2016.
___________________________
MAYOR
__________________________
CLERK
By-law #70-16
Page 3 of 24
TOWNSHIP OF NORTH FRONTENAC
BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘A’ – ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE – PAGE 1 OF 2
DESCRIPTION
FEE
PHOTOCOPIES – BLACK/WHITE
(PER PAGE)
Letter
Legal
Ledger
Waterproof Paper
$0.25
$0.30
$0.50
$1.00
PHOTOCOPIES – COLORED
(PER PAGE)
Letter
Legal
Ledger
Waterproof Paper
$0.50
$0.60
$1.00
$2.00
FAX
(PER PAGE)
Incoming (per page copy fee only)
Outgoing (local area or toll free - where no long distance charge apply)
Outgoing (Ontario/Canada - where long distance charges apply - $0.50 per page
after first page)
Outgoing (USA/ Overseas/ International - $0.50 per page after first page)
above
$1.00
$1.75
$2.00
MAPPING
(PER PAGE)
Small Maps - 8.5" x 11" - no customization, black/white or colour (print out from
FrontenacMaps.ca, Township websites or internal GIS database - each)
Medium Maps - 11" x 17" - no customization, black/white or colour (print out from
Large Maps - requiring plotter, no customization, colour (print out from
Township Street Atlas (North Frontenac Portion of County Atlas) - printed and
bound in a duo-tang, colour (requires advance notice)
The Township will work with outside agencies (Bell 911, Public Health Unit, MNR
etc.) by referring them to www.frontenacmaps.ca and providing any necessary
mapping materials free of charge
COMMISSIONER OF OATHS –
CERTIFIED COPY
Residents of North Frontenac
Non-Residents of North Frontenac
RECORDS SEARCHES AND ENQUIRIES
Archived File Retrieval (minor searches lasting less than one hour)
Archived File Retrieval (complex searches lasting longer than one hour, then
charged per hour after the first hour )
$1.00
$2.00
$8.00
$12.00
NO CHARGE
NO CHARGE
$10.00
NO CHARGE
$30.00/ hour
TREASURY / MISC.
Dishonoured Cheques
Tax Certificate
Tax Certificate (if required with less than 48 hours notice provided)
Tax Sale Packages
$25.00
$25.00
$50.00
NO CHARGE
By-law #70-16
Page 4 of 24
Copy of Audited Financial Statements, Approved Budget and / or
Agendas/Approved Minutes
(electronic version available on Township website)
Zoning Compliance Letters
Zoning Compliance Letters (if required with less than 48 hours notice provided)
Building Report Letters
Building Report Letters (if required with less than 48 hours notice provided)
Other Misc. Letter Preparation as requested by Property Owner
Laminating (per page)
NO CHARGE
$25.00
$50.00
$25.00
$50.00
$25.00
$3.00
NOTE:
For Lottery Licenses and Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection Act
(MFIPPA) Requests – refer to applicable legislation for fees
By-law #70-16
Page 5 of 24
BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘B’ – DOG TAGS, LICENCE AND ANIMAL CONTROL FEES
DESCRIPTION
FEE
KENNELS
Kennel License
(for persons owning 4 or more dogs; plus dog tag fee for each dog)
$30.00
DOG TAGS
Dog Tags – between January 1st and March 31st
Dog Tags – after March 31st
Replacement Tag
Pound Fee for impounded dog (Levied to the owner of any animal picked
up and taken to the Humane Society by the Animal Control Officer. These
fees are payable at the Humane Society upon the owner claiming such
animal and made payable to the Township of North Frontenac)
$10.00
$20.00
$2.00
$75.00
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Page 6 of 24
BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘C’ – BUILDING PERMIT FEES
PERMIT FEES
The fees payable by the applicant or authorized agent for a construction, demolition,
change of use of conditional permit or inspection fees shall be as follows:
PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE
Class of Permit
Permit Fee
Group ‘C’ Occupancy –Low Density Residential
• single detached
• seasonal dwelling
• semi-detached (per unit)
• duplex (per unit)
• hunt camp
• mobile home
• apartment in a house
• converted dwelling (per unit)
$1.875/dwelling unit up to
1,500 ft.2
Group ‘C’ Occupancy -Multiple Residential(per unit)
$1.875/dwelling unit up to
1,500 ft.2
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
townhouse
row dwelling
triplex
quadraplex
apartment
any other multiple dwelling
all other Group ‘C’ occupancies (per unit)
Group ‘C ’Occupancy – Residential • Major alterations and additions (over
$50,000.00 construction value)
Permit fee for
water access and
remote properties
Add $300.00
$1.25/ ft.2 for buildings
with a floor area over
1,500 ft.2
Floor area applies to
finished floor area, walkout basement and
attached garage.
Add $300.00
1,500 ft.2
attached garage.
$1,750.00/dwelling unit up
to 1,500 ft.2
Add $300.00
1,500 ft.2
attached garage.
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Page 7 of 24
PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE
Group ‘C’ Occupancy –
• Deck
• Porch
• Garage
• Carport
• Accessory building
• Wood stoves/fuel burning appliances
• Pool
• All signs (per sign basis)
• Other permits i.e. change of use, renewal,
moving
• Retaining wall
• Change of ownership/Transfer of permit
$300.00 flat fee for minor
extensions/additions (*) to
dwelling up to 250 ft.2 and
$0.50/ft.2 over 250 ft.2 or
$180.00 flat fee for other
types of permits and
$0.50/ft2 over 250 ft.2.
Add $150.00
Group “C” Demolition – All or Part of a building
$180.00
Add $150.00
Group ‘A, B, D, E’ Occupancies - new construction
$2,000.00 up to 2,500 ft.2
and $0.80/ft.2 over 2,500
ft.2 Minimum Fee
$2,000.00.
$2,440.00 up to
2,500 ft.2 and
$0.80/ft.2 over
2,500 ft.2 . Minimum
Fee $2,440.00.
Group ‘F’ Occupancies - new construction
$2,400.00 up to 2,500 ft.2
and $0.80/ft.2 over 2,500
ft.2 Minimum Fee
$2,400.00.
$2,400.00 up to
2,500 ft.2 and
$0.80/ft.2 over
2,500 ft.2. Minimum
Fee $2,400.00.
Group ‘A, B, D, E, F’ Occupancies - major
alterations, additions or repairs
$1,500.00 up to 2,500 ft.2
and $0.60/ft.2 over 2,500
ft.2
$1,800.00 up to
2,500 ft.2 and
$0.60/ft.2 over
2,500 ft.2. Minimum
Fee $1,800.00.
Minimum Fee $1,500.00.
Group ‘A, B, D, E, F’ Occupancies - minor
alterations, additions, repairs.
$600.00 up to 2,500 ft.2
and $0.24/ft.2 over 2,500
ft.2
Minimum Fee $600.00.
$630.00 up to 2,500
ft.2 and $0.24/ft.2
over 2,500 ft.2.
Minimum Fee
$630.00.
Group ‘A, B, D, E, F’ Occupancies - NonResidential Demolitions
$600.00 Flat Fee
$630.00 Flat Fee
Farm Buildings - new construction, alterations,
additions, repairs
$900.00 up to 2,500 ft.2
and $0.60/ft.2 over 2,500
ft.2 Minimum Fee $900.00.
N/A
Inspection Fee per Section 7.3 of the By-law
$50.00/inspection
$60.00/inspection
By-law #70-16
Page 8 of 24
OCCUPANCY CLASSES
Group A Occupancy – Assembly Occupancy
Group B Occupancy – Care or Detention Occupancy
Group C Occupancy – Residential Occupancy
Group D Occupancy – Business and Personal Services Occupancy
Group E Occupancy – Mercantile Occupancy
Group F Occupancy – Industrial Occupancy
DISCOUNTS
1.
All Churches in the Township of North Frontenac shall receive a 25% discount on
all applicable building permit fees effective as of the date of passage of By-law #35-05,
being August 18, 2005.
CLASSES OF PERMITS
The following classification of permits shall apply in the Township of North Frontenac:
1.
Construction (Building) Permit: this permit applies to most forms of construction
including new construction, repairs, renovation, under Parts 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9 and
11, respectively of the Building Code for Group A-F Occupancies and includes
plumbing and farm buildings, moving buildings and signs governed under Section
3.14 of the Building Code.
2.
Demolition Permit: this permit applies to govern the type and method of
demolition under the Building Code. The applicant for a demolition permit is
required to retain a professional engineer to undertake a general review of the
project during demolition if the building meets certain criteria as outlined in Article
2.3.2.3 of the building Code.
3.
Conditional Permit: this permit may be issued in the discretion of the chief
building official to authorize any stage of construction, even though all of the
requirements under subsection 8(2) of the Act have not been met (i.e.
compliance with some applicable law). The requirements of clauses 8(3) (a), (b)
and (c) of the Act must, however, be complied with before a conditional permit
may be issued.
4.
Change of Use Permit: this class of permit is used where a change in use would
result in an increase in hazard (as determined under Sentence 2.4.1.2(1) of the
Building Code) even though no construction may be proposed.
5.
Partial Permit: this class of permit may be issued to expedite construction
because of weather conditions, financing or other legitimate reasons.
REFUNDS
1.
Where a permit has been issued pursuant to this By-law and the applicable fees
have been paid, fees may be refunded based on the following formula and to
Section 6.1 of this By-law:
By-law #70-16
Page 9 of 24
a)
b)
c)
80% where the application is withdrawn or only administrative functions
have been performed;
60% where plan review and applicable law compliance has been
completed or the permit has been issued and the application is withdrawn
or construction does not commence;
0% for permits or inspections valued at $100 or less.
ADMINISTRATION FEES
The Chief Building Official is authorized to act on behalf of the Township of
North Frontenac to charge Administration Fees.
Administration Fees will be payable by persons starting a construction project,
which requires a Building Permit, without first obtaining a Building Permit and/or
approval to construct from the Chief Building Official, as follows:
Standard Surcharge (per occurrence) - $300.00 Flat Fee in addition to the normal
Permit fee Plus costs*
*Costs refer to costs incurred by the Township relating to contingent legal and/or
by-law enforcement services required for a specific construction project that is
subject to an administration fee, in accordance with the Provincial Offenses Act.
By-law #70-16
Page 10 of 24
BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘D’ – CROWN LAND STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM
DESCRIPTION
FEE
CAMPSITE
Campsite, per night (*plus $3.00 Booking Fee per Reservation)
$22.50*
Non-Profit Group Camping, per night (no Booking Fee)
$17.50
ROAD PASS
Daily (*plus $3.00 Administration Fee)
$9.50*
Weekly (*plus $3.00 Administration Fee)
$22.50*
Resident – Seasonal (no Administration Fee)
Non-Resident – Seasonal (*plus $3.00 Administration Fee)
$22.50
$45.00*
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Page 11 of 24
BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘E’ – PLANNING
DESCRIPTION – TYPE OF
APPLICATION
FEE
PREDEVELOPMENT
DEPOSIT
MINOR VARIANCE
$750.00
Not Applicable
SEVERANCE
$750.00
Not Applicable
CERTIFICATES OF VALIDATION
$750.00
Not Applicable
OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENTS – MINOR
$1,000.00
OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENTS – MAJOR
$2,000.00
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS
SITE PLAN APPROVAL – MINOR
SITE PLAN APPROVAL - MAJOR
PLAN OF SUBDIVISION APPROVAL
PLAN OF CONDOMINIUM APPROVAL
$750.00
$750.00
$1, 500.00
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
All of the foregoing Application Fees are non-refundable (exclusive of the PreDevelopment Deposit) and include the fees charged by the Municipality’s Contract
Planner. They do not include any other external costs that the Municipality may incur in
connection with its review of the application or additional fees charged by the
Municipality’s Contract Planner.
In addition to the Application Fee, the Applicant, is required to enter into an Indemnity
Agreement. Per the Indemnity Agreement, the Applicant shall pay all external costs
incurred by the Municipality in respect of the Planning Application.
The Applicant is required to pay additional fees for peer evaluation reports to agencies
including but not limited to KFL&A, Public Health, Conservation Authorities, etc.
A Pre-Development Deposit, as well as an Indemnity Agreement, must be submitted
with an Application for Site Plan Approval for commercial projects (Major); Plan of
Subdivision or Plan of Condominium, in the amount of $1,000.00. The Pre-Development
Deposit or any portion thereof shall be retained by the Municipality until all accounts,
statements, invoices, etc. submitted to the Municipality and relating to the Application
have been paid in full and all matters relating to the Application have been completed.
Any balance remaining on completion shall be returned to the Applicant without interest.
By-law #70-16
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BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘F’ – WASTE MANAGEMENT – LANDFILL TIPPING FEES
TIPPING FEES
BAG TAG FEE
Single bag tag..................................................$2.00
COTTAGE KITS…………………………………$4.00
BAG TAG VOLUME FEES (based on a per cubic yard basis at ***$20/cubic yard);
(includes household and commercial waste - bagged or otherwise, and construction/
demolition waste). There is no charge for clean, burnable lumber, brush or scrap metal.
The cubic yard is to be rounded off as followsBased on Imperial Measure 3’x3’x3’ = 27 cubic feet = 1 cubic yard
1’x4’x6’
1’x4’x8’
2’x4’x6’
1’x6’x8’
2’x4’x8’
3’x4’x6’
2’x6’x6’
3’x4’x8’
4’x4’x6’
2’x6’x8’
5’x4’x6’
4'x4'x8'
6’x4’x6’
3’x6’x8’
2’x6’x12’
5’x4’x8’
6’x4’x8’
4'x6'x8'
3’x6’x12’
5’x6’x8’
6’x6’x8’
4'x6'x12'
5’x6’x12’
6’x6’x12’
.88 cubic yards
1.19 cubic yards
1.76 cubic yards
1.77 cubic yards
2.37 cubic yards
2.64 cubic yards
2.66 cubic yards
3.5 cubic yards
3.52 cubic yards
3.55 cubic yards
4.4 cubic yards
4.74 cubic yards
5.28 cubic yards
5.33 cubic yards
5.33 cubic yards
5.93 cubic yards
7.10 cubic yards
7.11 cubic yards
8.00 cubic yards
8.88 cubic yards
10.66 cubic yards
10.66 cubic yards
13.33 cubic yards
16.00 cubic yards
$18.00
$24.00
$35.00
$35.00
$47.00
$53.00
$53.00
$70.00
$70.00
$71.00
$88.00
$95.00
$106.00
$107.00
$107.00
$119.00
$142.00
$142.00
$160.00
$178.00
$213.00
$213.00
$267.00
$320.00
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MISCELLANEOUS TIPPING FEES
Tandem axle (Log truck-roll off).................................................$220.00
Box Spring or Mattress..............................................................$ 15.00 each
Chairs ……………………………………………………………….$
5.00 each
Sofas………………………………………………………………...$ 10.00 each
Sofa Beds…………………………………………………………...$ 20.00 each
Carpet
Small = any size up to 50 sq. ft……………...$ 5.00
Medium = 51 sq. ft. up to 144 sq. ft (12’X12’)...$ 15.00
Large = any size over 144 sq. ft……………..$ 25.00
Carpet Tiles… ………………………………………………….......
.25 / Tile
Car Tires still on rim and/or heavily soiled...…………………….$ 10.00 each
Truck Tire still on rim and/or heavily soiled………………………$ 15.00 each
White Goods – Appliances containing "Freon" or any
Ozone depleting refrigerant (e.g. refrigerators, freezers, airconditioners etc).........................................................................$20.00 each
(Fee exempt for those appliances from which FREON has been removed by a qualified
person. Such unit must be properly tagged to qualify for fee exemption.)
NOTE: Tipping fees may be subject to amendment or adjustment by Resolution of
Council from time to time.
BAG TAG FEES
BAG TAG ITEMS
lTEM
Bag or other acceptable container of waste
equivalent to 1 standard 26"X36" garbage bag
# OF TAGS REQUIRED
1 tag per bag or other acceptable
equivalent container of waste
NOTE: Oversized bags or other acceptable equivalent container of waste shall
require additional tags as may be determined by the Waste Site
Attendant or Official.
BAG TAG VOLUME FEES
Volume fees for Waste typically generated from households, commercial or other similar
establishments; i.e. construction/demolition waste which is not “clean”; refrigerators, airconditioners, etc., can be paid with bag tags.
Note: Fees for partial loads shall be prorated as may be determined by the Waste Site
Attendant or Official. Conversely, additional fees for loads exceeding a level load shall
also be imposed as may be determined by the Waste Site Attendant or Official.
By-law #70-16
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BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘G’ – CEMETERIES
TARIFF OF FEES
Lot
Cremation Lot
Lot (Non-Resident)
Cremation Lot
(Non-Resident)
Interment
Rights
$175.00
$84.00
$240.00
$147.00
Care and
Maintenance**
$250.00
$150.00
$250.00
$150.00
Repurchase Plot*
Transfer (no sales allowed)
Marker/Monument
Flat Marker
Less than 173 square inches
Flat Marker
Greater than 173 square inches
Upright Monument
Less than 4 feet in height or length
Upright Monument
Greater than 4 feet in height or length
Fee
HST
Total
$425.00
$234.00
$490.00
$297.00
$55.25
$30.42
$63.70
$38.61
$480.25
$264.42
$553.70
$335.61
HST
$6.50
$6.50
Total
$56.50
$56.50
Administration Fee
$50.00
$50.00
Care and
Maintenance**
$0
HST
Total
$0
$0
$50.00
$6.50
$56.50
$100.00
$13.00
$113.00
$200.00
$26.00
$226.00
Fees for Interment/ Disinternment
Type of Internment/Disinternment Proposed Fee
HST
Casket Internment
$600.00
$78.00
Cremation Internment
$250.00
$32.50
Casket Disinternment
$550.00
$71.50
Cremation Disinternment
$220.00
$28.60
Additional Cost to Perform
$100.00/foot
$13.00/foot
Internment/Disinternment in
Winter(December 1 to May 31)
Total
$678.00
$282.50
$621.50
$248.60
$113.00/foot
* Note: In order to sell a lot/plot back to the municipality the Interment Rights Holder
must have an Interment Rights Certificate or another form of proof of purchase.
**Note: In Accordance with the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act, 2002 which
came into effect on July 1, 2012.
Note: All fees are subject to any applicable Taxes
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BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘H’ – FIRE DEPARTMENT
“Fees for Services”
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
k)
l)
Service Provided
Providing inspection reports to solicitors and
insurance companies
Providing fire reports to solicitors and insurance
companies
Performing special inspection requests (i.e.
property resale, mortgage renewal for residential
type buildings)
Inspection of private Home Day Care facilities or
Group Homes with three (3) or fewer residents
Inspection of Group Homes with more than three
(3) residents
Requested inspections for premises or buildings
not mentioned elsewhere
• Singe occupancy up to 2,000 m2
• Multiple occupancy up to 2,000 m2
Two unit residential inspection for compliance with
Section 9.8 of the Fire Code
Institutional inspection
Residential inspection for compliance with Section
9.5 of the Fire Code
Liquor Licensing requests:
• Patios
• Special Occasions
• Premises
Motor Vehicle Incidents - Responding to and
providing vehicle fire extinguishment and
extrication services to owners/drivers (Provincial
Highways)
Motor Vehicle Incidents - Responding to and
providing fire extinguishment and extrication
services to owners/drivers (Secondary Roads or
Private Lanes)
Fire Services for extinguishing fires set by persons
for the purposes of burning grass, brush, rubbish
or other such material or burning in barrels, drums,
or wild land/forest fires etc.
Fee for Service
$100.00
$100.00
$60.00 per hour
No Charge
No Charge
No charge for residents
of the municipality and
$60.00 per hour for
non-residents
$60.00 per hour
$60.00 per hour
$60.00 per hour
$60.00 per hour if
inspection is required
$25.00 if no inspection
is required
Processed through the
Ministry of
Transportation (MTO)
based on their criteria
$410.00 for first hour
per piece of equipment,
$205.00 per each
additional ½ hour or
part thereof per piece of
equipment for nonresidents of the
Municipality
*Per North Frontenac’s
Current Burning By-law
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m) Specialized equipment and/or resources to control
or minimize loss (not provided by fire department)
n)
Clean-up of spills as defined in the Environmental
Protection Act, Part X, as amended
o)
Equipment required to take down or make safe a
scene for investigation or overhaul (not owned by
Fire Department)
p)
Demolish, clean-up and make safe after a fire (if
not completed by property owner)
q)
Where there has been more than three (3) false
fire alarms/faulty equipment or more than two (2)
nuisance calls in a twelve month period to the
same address
Administration Fee
r)
Total cost recovery for
specialized
equipment/resources
plus administration fee
specialized
equipment/resources
specialized
equipment/resources
specialized
equipment/resources
$100.00 per truck per
response
$50.00
*Note: Vehicle and firefighter hours to include refurbish of vehicles and equipment
readied for the next incident or response.
“Criteria for Exemption or Reduction of Fees for Services”
a)
Criteria
Non-Profit Organizations
Fee
No Charge
b)
Non-Profit Events
No Charge
Respecting fees associated with Fire Department responses for Outdoor Fires
Item
Pumper
Tanker
Wild Land/ Pickup Truck
Squad
Off Road Vehicles (ATV, boat, etc.)
Fire Fighter
Site Inspection
Investigation
Rate
$ 300.00/hr.
$ 300.00/hr.
$ 250.00/hr.
$ 250.00/hr.
$100.00/hr.
$25.00/hr. per FF
$ 30.00
$ 30.00/hr.
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BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘I’ – ROADSIDE DITCH ALTERATION
DESCRIPTION
Roadside Ditch Alteration Permit
FEE
$100 plus
Security Deposit
of $500
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BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘J’ – CIVIC ADDRESSING
DESCRIPTION
FEE
CIVIC ADDRESS SIGNS
Purchase and installation of civic address number sign
Purchase of civic address number sign and post only (water access and
island properties – installation is the responsibility of the owner)
Additional special civic sign installation charge (in the event drilling of rock
is required to facilitate the installation of the sign as determined by the
Public Works Manager)
Purchase of replacement civic address number sign and post
PRIVATE LANE NAME SIGNS
Purchase and installation of Private Lane Name sign and post installed
(new or amended lane names, or replacement sign)
$100.00
$75.00
$100.00
$40.00
$250.00
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BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘K’ – CONSTRUCTION OF ENTRANCES
DESCRIPTION
Entrance Permit
FEE
$40.00
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BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘L’ – COMMUNITY HALL RENTALS
DESCRIPTION
FEE
Community Hall – Full Day
$70.00
Community Hall – Half Day (6 hours or less)
$35.00
Rental with Liquor (Plus $50.00 refundable deposit – mandatory)
$150.00
Community Groups (4 hours or less)
$15.00
Funeral Receptions/Lunches
Church Groups
Donation
Donation
NOTE:
All fees include taxes
Additional Security Deposits at any or all events may be required at the discretion of the
Township Representative (i.e. Community Hall Volunteers appointed by Council and in
charge of the Community Hall Rentals)
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BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘M’ – RECREATIONAL VEHICLE(S)
DESCRIPTION
FEE
Annual License Fee (per recreational vehicle; the number of permitted
recreational vehicles on a single lot and definition of a recreational vehicle
is outlined in the Zoning By-law #15-04)
$220.00
Stored Recreational Vehicle (as defined in the Recreational Vehicle
Licence By-law #41-03)
NO CHARGE
By-law #70-16
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BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘N’ – DISPOSITION OF LAND
Survey and Administration Fee
If Council approval in principle is granted, the Applicant(s) shall submit the
administration fee of $1000.00 plus applicable taxes to the Township of North
Frontenac. The Applicant(s) must also arrange to have the subject road allowance
surveyed by an Ontario Land Surveyor. Upon completion of the required survey, the
Applicant(s) will be required to submit nine (9) hard copies, or a digital copy plus two
hard copies, of the Registered Plan to the Clerk.
Note: Once the process has begun the Administration Fee is non-refundable. The
applicant is entirely responsible for any expenditure incurred such as survey costs, and
legal fees whether the process is completed or not.
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BY-LAW NO. 70-16
SCHEDULE ‘O’ – TARRIFF OF FEES FOR FENCE-VIEWINGS UNDER THE LINE
FENCES ACT
DESCRIPTION
FENCE-VIEWING
Request for a Fence-viewers Site Visit (3 Fence-viewers plus
Administrative Services)*
ADDITIONAL CHARGES
Additional Fence-viewing (per visit)
Additional Administrative Fees (Clerk’s and/or Fence-viewers time
per hour)
Additional Photocopies (per page)
Additional Registered Mail
Ontario Land Surveyor (OLS) Deposit
Ontario Land Surveyor (OLS) Fee**
Legal Fees***
Appeal to Referee
FEE
$500.00
$300.00
$75.00
As set out in the Fees
and Charges By-law
At the Current Rate
As set out in the
estimate from the
OLS
As set out in the
invoice from the OLS
As set out in the
invoice from the
Solicitor
As established by the
Line Fences Act
*This fee shall be submitted to the Township Office with the completed Request for
Fence-viewers (Form 1). These fees will cover the initial notice; inspection; and the
preparation and notice of the award.
**If the Fence-viewers determine an Ontario Land Surveyor should be hired to describe
the location of a fence in metes and bounds then the costs of the surveyor shall be paid
by the property owner(s) involved at the same apportionment as set out in the Fenceviewers Award for the costs of the fence.
***If the Fence-viewers and/or the Clerk require a legal opinion with respect to a
Request for Fence-viewers these fees shall be paid by the property owner(s) involved at
the same apportionment as set out in the Fence-viewers’ Award.
By-law #70-16
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BY-LAW #71-16
BEING A B-LAW TO APPOINT A LOTTERY LICENSE PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATOR AND LOTTERY LICENSING OFFICERS FOR THE
CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF NORTH FRONTENAC AND TO
REPEAL BY-LAW #59-12
WHEREAS pursuant to Section 227 of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, Chapter 25
and amendments thereto, it is the role of the officers and employees of the
municipality, (a) to implement council’s decisions and establish administrative
practices and procedures to carry out council’s decisions; (b) to undertake
research and provide advice to council on the policies and programs of the
municipality; and (c) to carry out other duties required under this or any Act and
other duties as assigned by the municipality;
AND WHEREAS guidelines established by policy of the Council of the Township
of North Frontenac provide that Council may appoint a Lottery Licensing Officer
and Program Administrator;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Township of North Frontenac deems it
expedient to appoint Lottery Licensing Officers and Program Administrator.
NOW THEREFORE Council of the Corporation of the Township of North
Frontenac enacts this “Lottery License By-law” as follows:
THAT the Building Department Support Clerk and the Administrative Assistant to
the Clerk’s Department are hereby appointed as Lottery Licensing Officers for the
Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac and shall perform such duties as
prescribed in Schedule “A” to this by-law and Provincial and Federal Legislation;
any other duties that may from time to time, be assigned by Council by by-law or
resolution.
AND THAT the Deputy Clerk is hereby appointed as Lottery Licensing Program
Administrator for the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac, effective
September 2, 2016 and shall perform such duties as prescribed in Schedule “B”
to this by-law and Provincial and Federal Legislation; any other duties that may
from time to time, be assigned by Council by by-law or resolution.
AND THAT Schedules “A” and “B” are hereby attached and shall form part of this
by-law.
AND THAT all resolutions, by-laws or parts of by-laws passed which are contrary
to or inconsistent with this by-law are hereby repealed.
AND THAT By-law #59-12 appointing a Lottery Licensing Officer and Lottery
License Program Administrator is hereby repealed.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME, THIS 2nd DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2016.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 2nd DAY OF
SEPTEMBER, 2016.
_____________________________
MAYOR
__________________________
CLERK
TOWNSHIP OF NOTH FRONTENAC
BY-LAW NO. 71-16
SCHEDULE “A” – LOTTERY LICENSING OFFICER
Roles and Responsibilities:
1.
To exercise lottery licensing authority in the best interests of the residents
of the municipality.
2.
To ensure on-going eligibility of licensees.
3.
To report any information required by the Registrar, including the number
and type of licenses issued and fees collected to the Lottery License
Administrator for review.
4.
To ensure the applicants have a fair opportunity to participate in lottery
schemes.
5.
To collect required information from the applicant for administrative
records.
6.
To issue and sign approved licenses, as required.
7.
To assist the Lottery Licensing Administrator in the daily maintenance of
the Lottery Licensing program for the municipality, such as filing, assist
with inspections, and assist with financial audits.
TOWNSHIP OF NOTH FRONTENAC
BY-LAW NO. 71-16
SCHEDULE “B” – LOTTERY LICENSING PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR
Lottery Licencing Program Administrator
Roles and Responsibilities:
1.
To set-up, manage and maintain a records management system for
charitable organizations, including a records retention schedule.
2.
To administer requests for information as set out in the Municipal Freedom
of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
3.
Review completed Lottery License submissions to ensure all
documentation has been provided.
4.
Preparation of Notices for delinquent organizations.
5.
Periodic inspection and auditing of lottery events.
6.
To assist the Lottery Licensing Officer(s) and act as back-up to the Lottery
Licensing Officer(s).
7.
Any other duties as may be required by provincial legislation and/or
Council resolution.
BY-LAW # 72-16
BEING A BY-LAW TO REPEAL BY-LAW #122-10 AND TO AUTHORIZE THE
SIGNING AUTHORITIES FOR THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF
NORTH FRONTENAC BANK ACCOUNTS USING PAPER CHEQUES,
AUTOMATIC WITHDRAWALS AND ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER
WHEREAS The Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac makes use of
several methods of paying all the debts of the Municipality and other
expenditures authorized by the Municipality including paper cheques, automatic
withdrawals and electronic funds transfers;
AND WHEREAS Council deems it expedient to authorize all paper cheques of
the corporation of the Township of North Frontenac drawn on all bank accounts
be signed on its behalf by either Mayor or Deputy Mayor and either the Treasurer
or Deputy Treasurer;
AND WHEREAS the Municipal Act, 2001 section 287 as amended states “A
Municipality may provide that the signatures on a cheque of the municipality be
mechanically or electronically reproduced”;
NOW THEREFORE the Council for the Corporation of the Township of North
Frontenac enacts as follows:
THAT all paper cheques of the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac
(Township) drawn on all bank accounts shall be signed on its behalf by either
Mayor or Deputy Mayor and either the Treasurer or Deputy Treasurer;
AND THAT Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer are
authorized to sign the Certificate of Authorization, Agreement for Business
Banking and Message Agreement forms from the Bank of Montreal;
AND THAT the Mayor be authorized to continue to use a non-manual method of
signing cheques and other pertinent documents issued on behalf of the
Township, namely a signature stamp.
AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) shall ensure the Mayor’s
signature stamp is held in a secure place for staff (other than the Treasurer or
Deputy Treasurer) to use;
By –Law #72-16
Signing Authorities for the Township Bank Accounts using paper cheques, automatic
withdrawals and electronic funds transfer
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AND THAT the Treasurer (in consultation with the CAO) be authorized to set-up
Automatic Withdrawals for Vendors as deemed appropriate and beneficial to the
Township;
AND THAT the Treasurer is authorized to set-up Electronic Funds Transfer for
paying Vendor(s) upon request;
AND THAT By-law #122-10 be hereby repealed and all resolutions, by-laws or
parts of by-laws which are contrary to or inconsistent with this by-law, are hereby
repealed.
AND THAT this By-law shall come into full force and effect from and after its
passing.
READ a first and second time this 2nd day of September, 2016.
READ a third time and passed this 2nd day of September, 2016.
____________________________
MAYOR
__________________________
CLERK
By –Law #72-16
Signing Authorities for the Township Bank Accounts using paper cheques, automatic
withdrawals and electronic funds transfer
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BY-LAW #73-16
BEING A BY-LAW TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR AND THE CLERK TO SIGN THE
TRANSFER DOCUMENTS FOR THE TRANSFER OF PART OF LOT 13,
CONCESSION 5 BEING PARTS 11 AND 12 ON REISTERED PLAN 13R-19330ON
BEHALF OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF NORTH FRONTENAC
WITH MARCIA BROWN, MICHAEL MELNICK AND KATHERINE RANDOLPH
WHEREAS Marcia Brown, Michael Melnick and Katherine Randolph had requested
mitigation of land costs of the Shore Road Allowance in exchange for the transfer of
Part of Lot 13, Concession 5, Parts 11 and 12, Registered Plan 13R-19330, geographic
Township of Miller to the Township of North Frontenac;
AND WHEREAS Council has agreed to the transfer to the Township upon the
completion of the Shore Road Allowance Process;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL FOR THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP
OF NORTH FRONTENAC ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
THAT the Mayor and the Clerk are authorized to sign the Acknowledgment and
Direction with respect to transfer documents on behalf of the municipality to transfer
Parts 11 and 12 on Registered Plan 13R-19330 from Melnick, Brown and Randolph to
the Township attached as Schedule “A” to this by-law;
AND THAT all resolutions, by-laws or parts of by-laws, which are contrary to or
inconsistent with this by-law, are hereby repealed.
AND THAT this by-law shall come into full force and effect from and after its passing.
READ a first and second time this 2nd day of September, 2016.
READ a third time and passed this 2nd day of September, 2016.
____________________________
MAYOR
__________________________
CLERK
x
____
Tara Mieske, Clerk
BY-LAW #74-16
“CONFIRMING BY-LAW”
BEING A BY-LAW OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF NORTH
FRONTENAC TO CONFIRM ALL ACTIONS AND PROCEEDINGS OF THE
COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF NORTH
FRONTENAC, FOR A REGULAR MEETING HELD SEPTEMBER 2, 2016;
WHEREAS Section 9 of the Municipal Act, S.O.2001, c.25 and amendments
thereto provides that a municipality has the capacity, rights, powers and privileges
of a natural person for the purpose of exercising its authority under this or any
other Act;
AND WHEREAS Subsection 2 of Section 11 of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25
and amendments thereto provides that a lower-tier and an upper-tier municipality
may pass by-laws respecting matters within the spheres of jurisdiction described in
the Table to Subsection 2, subject to certain provisions;
AND WHEREAS Section 5(3) of the Municipal Act S.O. 2001, c.25 – A Municipal
power, including a municipality’s capacity, rights, powers and privileges under
Section 9, shall be exercised by by-law unless the municipality is specifically
authorized to do otherwise;
AND WHEREAS it is deemed expedient that the proceedings of the Council of
The Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac for the September 2, 2016
Regular Council Meeting, be confirmed and adopted by by-law;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Corporation of the Township of North
Frontenac hereby enacts as follows:
1. THAT all actions and proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the
Township of North Frontenac taken at its Regular Council Meeting held September
2, 2016 be confirmed as actions for which The Corporation of the Township of
North Frontenac has the capacity, rights, powers and privileges of a natural
person;
2. THAT all actions and proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the
Township of North Frontenac at its Regular Council Meeting held September 2,
2016 in respect of each recommendation contained in the Minutes and each
motion and resolution passed and other actions taken by the Council of The
Corporation of North Frontenac at the Meeting, are hereby sanctioned, ratified and
confirmed as if all such proceedings were expressly embodied in this By-law;
3. THAT the Mayor and proper officials of The Corporation of the Township of
North Frontenac are hereby authorized and directed to do all things necessary,
and to obtain approvals where required, to give effect to the actions passed and
taken by Council at the said Meeting;
4. THAT this by-law shall come into force as of the final passing thereof.
READ a first and second time this 2nd day of September 2016.
READ a third time and passed this 2nd day of September 2016.
___________________________
Mayor
__________________________
Clerk

regular council meeting agenda september 2, 2016

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