1 Ward 12 (Uptown Chapter) Community Action Network (CAN) May 31, 2010 - 6:30 p.m.

Community Care Access Centre - Boardroom Meeting Minutes Attendees: Richard Munn, Chair Brian Kelly, Secretary Louis Delongchamp, Treasurer Joscelyne Landry - Altmann, Councilor, Ward 12 Daniel Boucher, Judith Prior-Kelly, Uptown CAN residents Agenda Item 1. Welcome by Chair / Call to Order Chair Munn welcomed the group. 2. Approval of Agenda The agenda was presented to the group for approval. Motion to approve by Judith Prior-Kelly, seconded by Louis Delongchamp. Carried. 3. Approval of previous Minutes Motion to approve: Louis Delongchamp; seconded by Joscelyne Landry - Altmann. Carried. 4. 4.1 Old Business Sudbury Secondary School renovations: follow-up Secretary Kelly reported that a follow-up request has been made to obtain an updated version of the visual presentation. The information will be presented when available. Louis Delongchamp indicated that there was a possibility of the new design not having an amphitheatre [auditorium?], based on feedback to the Board and the architects. Secretary Kelly will follow this up with the presenters.

2 4.2 Tree-planting event / Ward 4 recap Brian, Judith, Daniel and Bernice Hibbs participated in the Ward 4 tree-planting. The objective was to plant 2010 trees in the Donovan area (by Frood Road, across from MCTV) and by Selkirk Park.; the actual number was closer to 2500. It is likely that this event will be repeated in the coming years. Councilor Landry-Altmann indicated that there were properties on Snowdon Ave. (Donovan area) and other areas which were candidates for planting. 4.3 Vacant USW Property Chair Munn has forwarded the letter to Mayor John Rodriguez regarding suggested uses for the USW property. To date, there has been no response. It appears that the Donovan CAN may have had informal discussions in this regard; the response is generally that due to current conditions, the matter will have to be postponed. It was stated that the City, by way of those involved in Greenbelt Planning, etc., were aware of this interest in the community. Councilor Landry-Altmann suggested that letters to groups like the Municipal Heritage Committee, etc. would be useful in furthering this effort. Chair Munn indicated that he would follow up on this. 4.4 CPTED Audit next stage Judith Prior-Kelly reported that Bernice Hibbs was interested in this audit process and would accompany Cst. Tanya Geick on the walkabout through our area. Richard Munn is interested in going as well. Secretary Kelly will forward the required information to Bernice Hibbs for follow-up with Cst. Geick. 4.5 Letter from Doug Nadorozny re: City Birthday Celebrations Chair Munn recommended that this matter has been adequately discussed. There was suggestion that there might be financial support available for projects undertaken in this regard. In the event that our heritage or other projects might be associated with the birthday celebrations, the matter could be discussed then. 4.6 Traffic Concerns Chair Munn suggested that this matter be set aside until such time as specific problems need to be addressed. It is hoped that the upcoming expansion of parking facilities at Sudbury Secondary School will alleviate some of the ongoing congestion. There was some discussion by the group regarding the traffic calming circle on Southview Drive. Daniel Boucher noted a link to a traffic calming website in California, for the interest of the group: http://www.acgov.org/pwa/programs_services_traffic_calming_trafic_packet.pdf

3 4.7 Planting Beds at Sudbury Public Library Judith Prior-Kelly confirmed with Ms. Claire Zuliani and Ms. Cathy Dixon (Greater Sudbury Public Library), that only the basic work ( grass cutting, etc.) is done by their contractor. Judith indicated that she, Bernice Hibbs, and Lori Wall from the Ward 4 Donovan/Elm West CAN would be helping with planting at the Library gardens. Councilor Landry-Altmann suggested that the City should be providing both the labour and soil, etc., to prepare the gardens for planting. Councilor Landry-Altmann requested a letter from this CAN to be forwarded to City staff as a follow up on this point. As well, discussions ensued about the Library being part of an entrance strategy to the Uptown CAN, and that adjacent buildings (e.g.: Sudbury Star) be included in an ongoing effort to renew the area. 4.8 Heritage project (data gathering) Judith and Daniel Daniel Boucher gave a report on the status of this project. He reiterated the three approaches to this undertaking, and confirmed that the more informal version (the third one described in the April minutes) would be the appropriate choice. The next step in the process will be for the team to do a neighbourhood walk, highlight homes of interest, and with the owners permission [ and assistance ], collect pictures and historical information. The team will draft a report and present it to the CAN members at a Fall 2010 meeting. It was suggested that the Municipal Heritage Committee be kept informed of the progress of this project as well. Next, Daniel presented a proposal for Street Sign Toppers for the Uptown CAN area. The goal of this would be to raise awareness of the presence of a local historic district within the city core. Also, the signs will increase our neighbourhood visibility, advertise our new name and branding efforts and encourage a sense of pride and belonging from our residents. This project would be coordinated with the City of Greater Sudburys 10th Anniversary (2011). The group looked at some examples of toppers, and discussed possible themes for the graphics to be adopted. It would be appropriate to carry the theme into the entrance strategy mentioned earlier ( 4.7). Richard recommended that we coordinate with other signage efforts in the area, both in terms of design and implementation. A mock-up of a new Downtown street sign with the logo of a railroad engine was shown to the group. Again, the team the results of the teams efforts will be presented to the group in the Fall.

4 4.9 COPS Program In the absence of Jim Robidoux, this item will be deferred until a future meeting. 5. 5.1 New Business Report on CAN Summit May 18/10 Richard Munn gave a summary of the CAN Summit held on May 18. The first part of the meeting was a series of presentations on Healthy Community , including information on local environmental efforts, Market Square facilities, and Rainbow Routes Trail Development and Sustainable Mobility plan. The second part was a networking session whereby each CAN had a station where members of other CANs could come and ask questions and compare issues. It was very interesting to establish contacts and find out some of the initiatives in other CANs. Ideas on communication (newsletter formats, etc.) and recruitment were shared. 5.2 Committee Structure for CAN Richard Munn proposed the adoption of a Committee structure for the projects of the CAN; using the Heritage project as an example. The group agreed that it would make the process of discussions at the [monthly] meetings more effective, and allow those with specific interests to work together on related projects. Councilor Landry-Altmann noted that our areas of interest (Safety [COPS, CPTED]/ Heritage / local beautification {Library gardens] are already becoming established, and having a committee structure would serve to formalize the process. 5.3 Communication. Chair Munn reported that he has spoken with Pam Nelson regarding her role in the production of a Newsletter, and what other resources might be required to support her in this regard. The group agreed that a Newsletter would be an effective way to inform residents in the area about our activities, and hopefully generate more participation in our projects. Resources such as journalism students were discussed. It seemed that what was required was an editorial function, whereby the selection and vetting of topics would be performed, and the layout/publication could then be done [ by Pam/other]. Distribution can be by hand delivery, e-mail and website. Richard will continue to dialogue with Pam in this regard.

5 5.4 Goal Setting for the upcoming year Richard indicated a desire that at the beginning of next year [ Fall 2010 ], he would like to have the group establish a number [ say, 4 ] of identifiable goals for the Can to work on for the 2010/11 timeframe. This would allow projects to be tracked and completed. He cited examples such as implementation of CPTED recommendations, execution of a sign topper project, etc. Councilor LandryAltmann noted that such things as new street lighting ( e.g.: CPTED recommendation) would have budgetary implications, and that timing is important as a result. Judith Prior-Kelly used as an example of a goal, the naming of lanes in the area. Councilor Landry-Altmann indicated that she had information regarding the process for naming streets/lanes [ which she would forward to us], and that we should research and identify particular naming candidates [ preferably ] before the end of the year. 5.5 Zoning information Councilor Landry-Altmann Councilor Landry-Altmann reminded the group of the June 1 public meting regarding R3 zoning and the issue of rooming and boarding houses which has come under fire from the public in bordering low-density residential areas. The majority of our area was zoned R6 Established Residential, and the new proposed Zoning By-Laws have re-designated our area as R2-3 Low-Density Residential Two . This zoning is not the type at issue, but there is at least one example on Bloor Street where a zoning exception exists, and very undesirable conditions prevail. It was noted that the city is having great difficulty dealing with the many illegal apartment/rooming house examples which exist now. Problems are aggravated by the fact of absentee landlords (out-of-city or out-of-province). Some other jurisdictions have by-laws regarding nuisance noise and litter, and when resources such as police/by-law are required to attend the premises, the property owner is billed for the expenses. In view of the situation, it was stated that promoting more rooming houses by zoning amendments will set a bad precedent. 6. Adjournment Motion to adjourn meeting: moved by Daniel Boucher; seconded by Brian Kelly. Carried. Meeting adjourned.

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6 1) Sustainable Mobility Plan On Wednesday June 16th a presentation on a Sustainable Mobility Plan for our city will be presented to City Council. Come out and show your support for walking & cycling in Greater Sudbury 6:00 p.m. / Council Chambers / Tom Davies Square 2) 2010 Ontario Summer Games Volunteer Registration Registration is now available online; the 2010 Ontario Summer Games Committee needs your support for the August 10-13, 2010 event! Fill out the registration form and someone from Volunteer Sudbury or the Volunteer Chair for the 2010 Ontario Summer Games will contact you shortly. http://www.2010ontariosummergames.ca/summergames/registration/index. html 3) National Aboriginal Day National Aboriginal Day celebrations hosted by the Better Beginnings Better Futures and Aboriginal Hub Best Start Advisory Committee will be held on Monday June 21st, 2010 from 7 am until noon. Activities include a welcoming ceremony, pancake breakfast, drumming and socializing. The event will be held at O'Connor Park at the corner of St. George Street and Morin Ave. For more information contact Jim at 671-1941 Ext 222.