Member of Conservation Ontario
LSRCA Programs and Services Presented To
November 14, 2016
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
1. Our Shared Geography
2. Our Partnership Commitment
3. Key Service Areas
4. Benefits of Membership
5. Cost of Membership
Today’s Presentation
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
People First
Support Business
Environmental Stewardship
Healthy Communities
LSRCA is becoming stronger and more valued – Because we put people first by supporting safe and healthy communities. And by using our knowledge and expertise as environmental stewards to support business and create prosperity.
Our Goals support your success
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
Our Shared Geography City of Orillia Facts: (within the Lake Simcoe Watershed)
• Occupies 16.5 Km2 of the watershed
• Estimated 8 Km2 of built-up urban area
• Estimated than 5.3 Km2 of forest and wetlands
• Shoreline 14.2 Km (5%)
• Approx. 17 Km streams
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
Our Vision ... is for a thriving environment that inspires and sustains us for generations to come. Our Mission ... is to work with our community to protect and restore Lake Simcoe by leading research, policy and action.
Create a Safer, Healthier, Livable Watershed
Gain Improved Knowledge & Increase Certainty
Create a Connected & Engaged Watershed Community
Become a Stronger and more Valued Organization
Our Partnership Commitment ... is to
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• Watershed Studies and Strategies • Water Risk Management • Ecosystem Management and Monitoring • Planning and Development Services • Greenspace Management • Education and Engagement • Corporate Services
LSRCA - Key Service Areas
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
• Flood Management Warning & Relief
• Planning and Regulations • Water Science & Monitoring • Water Restoration Program • Drinking Water Source
Protection
DRAFT
Flood Spillway
Water Risk Management
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• Identifying opportunities to minimize the floodplain
• Work to implement critical projects
Outcomes… • Eliminate loss of life, property
damage, social disruption and impacts to the environment
• Return significant economic benefits
Water Risk Management
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
Water and Ecosystem Restoration We Can Leverage Funding! A total of 308 restoration projects completed\in progress in 2016 totaling $9,534,868
Municipal Investment to LSRCA = $1,077,463 Other Partner Investment = $8,457,405
For every $1 invested, our members received $8.5
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Water and Ecosystem Restoration
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Better Site Design = • More sustainable\resilient • Reduced severity and
frequency of flooding, • Improved water quality, • More buildable land, • Increased municipal
revenue, • Reduced maintenance
costs.
Planning & Development Services
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• City of Orillia was included in the 2013 Oro and Hawkestone Creeks Subwatershed Plan under the North Oro Creeks,
• Implementation of the plan is pending should the City opt to join the LSRCA,
• Significant environmental benefits and cost savings can be achieved.
Watershed Studies & Strategies
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
Strong & Valued Organization • Continuing to improve the planning
and permit process and service delivery,
• Finalizing transfer of Stormwater Environmental Compliance Approvals with MOECC,
• Launched redesigned, service-based, responsive website
• Developing Asset Management plans and Talent Management Program.
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
We continue to implement our strategic plan We anticipate: • Phosphorus Offsetting • New Urban & Rural Restoration
Programs • Natural Heritage & Greenspace
Strategies
Our Path Ahead Is Clear
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Benefits of Membership • Access to multidisciplinary team of professionals
who can assist City of Orillia staff in meeting its goals,
• Significant cost savings associated with implementing watershed plans and access to professional services,
• Opportunities to improve the environment and quality of life for residents,
• Reduced and mitigated risk associated with flooding and natural hazards,
• Leveraged investment through partnerships.
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
Orillia Investment: $157,932 Other Partners’ Investment: $11,379,243
Leveraging Your Funds – 2017 Budget
Other Municipalities: $8,369,957 Provincial: $910,762
Federal: $261,840 Foundation: $140,000
LSRCA Service Revenues: $1,696,684
Total Investment: $11,537,175
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
Conclusion • Significant investment has already occurred
(Subwatershed Plan and Hazard Mapping) • Even more benefits could be realized by working with
LSRCA to implement the plan • Restoration opportunities exist to improve water
quality, reduce urban runoff and the risks of flooding • LSRCA can leverage Orillia’s investment through
partners • Our Partnership will result in a safer, healthier, and
more liveable community We welcome further opportunity to discuss the benefits of being a member with Council and Staff.
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Thank you For more information on LSRCA Service Areas,
please visit our Website at www.lsrca.on.ca
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