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CITY OF LANGFORD
PARKS, RECREATION, CULTURE AND BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
Thursday, February 23rd, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
Council Chambers
AGENDA
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
3. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
a) Parks, Recreation, Culture & Beautification Committee Meeting –January 26th, 2017 2
4. PRESENTATION
a) Bear Mountain Trails 5
- Ecoasis
5. ADJOURNMENT
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CITY OF LANGFORD
MINUTES OF THE PARKS, RECREATION, CULTURE AND BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
Thursday, January 26th, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
Council Chambers
PRESENT
Councillors: L. Seaton (Chair), R. Wade (Vice-Chair) Members: N. Arden, R. Prettie, K. Reece, M. Stearns,
and A. Sturgeon.
ATTENDING
Parks Manager, M. Leskiw, Deputy Parks Manager, Cory Manton, Sr. Parks Technician, A. Connell, Parks
Assistant, Susan Lai, Deputy Director of Planning, L. Stohmann, and VCMMC, G. Harrison.
ABSENT
Member: J. Whitehouse.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Chair called the meeting to order at 4:58 p.m.
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR WADE
SECONDED: A. STURGEON
That the Parks, Recreation, Culture and Beautification Committee approve the Agenda as presented.
CARRIED.
3. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
a) Parks, Recreation, Culture & Beautification Committee Meeting –November 28th, 2016
MOVED BY: N. ARDEN
SECONDED: K. REECE
That the Parks, Recreation, Culture and Beautification Committee approve the minutes of the
meeting held on November 28th, 2016.
CARRIED.
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Minutes of the PR&C Committee
January 26th, 2017
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4. PRESENTATION
Mr. John Vickers provided a Power Point presentation to the Parks, Recreation, Culture and Beautification
Committee.
a) Victoria International Buskers Festival 2017 – Proposal to City of Langford
- John Vickers, Executive Director
MOVED BY: COUNCILOR WADE
SECONDED: A. STURGEON
That the Parks, Recreation, Culture and Beautification Committee receive the presentation by John
Vickers and recommend to Council that staff arrange preliminary meetings with Ecoasis/Bear
Mountain and the Metchosin Farmers Institute/Luxton Fairgrounds to determine whether these
organizations would be interested in partnering with Mr. Vickers in hosting a buskers festival.
CARRIED.
5. REPORTS
a) 2016 Bullfrog Eradication Report
- Staff Report (Parks and Recreation)
MOVED BY: COUNCILOR WADE
SECONDED: A. STURGEON
That the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Committee receive this report as Information Only.
CARRIED.
b) Use of Artificial Turf on Roads and Right-of-Ways
- Staff Report (Parks and Recreation)
MOVED BY: M. STEARNS
SECONDED: N. ARDEN
That the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Committee Recommend to Council:
That Council:
1. Amend the Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 1000 to require the installation of
artificial turf for all separated boulevards and centre medians under three (3) metres in width.
2. Where the roads are within the Road DCC Program the developer will be required to install the
Artificial Turf utilizing Road DCC Credits.
3. Where the roads are not within the Road DCC Program, the developer will be responsible for
forty (40) percent of the costs associated with the installation of the Artificial Turf and the City
will pay sixty (60) percent of the costs.
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Minutes of the PR&C Committee
January 26th, 2017
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CARRIED.
c) Tree Planting Fund
- Staff Report (Parks and Recreation)
MOVED BY: COUNCILOR WADE
SECONDED: R. PRETTIE
That the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Committee Recommend to Council:
That Council:
1. Approve a revision to Schedule 14 of the Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 1000:
“If, in the assessment of the Manager of Parks, the density of one tree per 15 metres of frontage
cannot be accommodated without compromising sound arboricultural practices, due to the size
or other characteristics of the frontage, the owner/developer shall be required to pay cash-in-lieu
to the City in the amount of $1100.00 for each required boulevard tree that cannot be
accommodated.”
2. Approve the delegation of authority to the Manager of Parks and Recreation to vary Schedule 14
of the Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 1000 to vary the requirement to plant a
tree.
3. Approve the establishment of a Tree Planting Fund to receive the cash in lieu contributions from
development.
4. Provide direction to staff to develop a process for tracking the funds within the Tree Planting Fund
and report out to Mayor and Council on a yearly basis.
CARRIED.
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
a) Mr.Sandy Stewart, of 848 Walfred Rd - - Mr. Stewart made a request to the Committee to
look for opportunities to obtain more land to provide soccer fields.
7. ADJOURNMENT
The Chair adjourned the meeting at 5:35 p.m.
_________________ _________________
CHAIR CERTIFIED CORRECT
(City Manager)
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Nature Trail Tourism
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City of Langford Nature Trails
Development Guide
Agenda
• Example Partnership
• Shared Use Etiquette
• Liability & Risk Management
• Phase 13 Trail Pilot Project
• Maintenance / Capital
• Local Communication Protocol
• Governance
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The Why
British Columbia’s most common outdoor recreational activity
is the hiking day trip - with over 55% of the population
reporting that they had hiked in the last year.
One aspect in the evolution of nature trails has been its shift
from a localized recreational activity to a tourism product.
Mountain biking is now one of several outdoor adventure
activities in British Columbia recognized for its tourism
potential and research indicates that significant numbers of
mountain bike enthusiasts travel to go mountain biking.
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Reducing User Trail Conflicts
1. Post Signs - For example, advising caution; reminders of trail ethics/conduct; urging users to stay on routes, slow
down, yield etc.
2. Self-Monitoring – Encourage users to patrol their own ranks in a positive way and report through TrailForks
Network, newsletters, group activities and signs.
3. Education – Work with local trail users, clubs, bike shops, and outdoor stores to educate riders and hikers about
low impact and responsible trail use, riding etiquette, consideration for other users and environmental impacts.
4. Relationship Building – Encourage positive interaction among different trail users.
5. Training – Develop and implement training programs on low impact trail use to be presented by clubs,
organizations, bike shops, etc.
6. Trail Design – Follow strict Whistler Standards to reduce liability and increase user enjoy ability. Speed controls
slow riders in conflict areas, protect hiking trails, protect sensitive environments, etc.
7. Requested Walking Zone – Signs that request or require cyclists to walk their bikes in certain areas where speed,
recklessness or congestion are potential problems.
8. One-way Only – Designate direction of travel on trails with heavy use, to avoid the potential for collisions.
9. Patrols – Use Trained volunteer groups to patrol trails and talk with hikers and cyclists to dispense advice and
monitor compliance with trail rules and codes of conduct.
10. Dog Protocol - To maximize enjoyment and safety for all trail users, dogs must be kept on-leash and under control.
Dog waste must be collected and disposed of in garbage. Dog owners must be respectful of the trails, wildlife and
other trail users.
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Source: Authorizing Recreational Mountain Bike Trails on Provincial Crown Land Policy Statement - October 2006Trail Head & Route Signs
Page 10 of 35Mixed Use Trail Interaction
See video attached in thumb drive
Page 11 of 35Endorse Stage 13 & CD 6 Nature Trail Pilot Project
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SIGHT-LINES (PEDESTRIAN SPEED)
POTENTIAL PARK
EXPANSION EX NICKLAUS
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NICKLAUS DRIVE INSTALL SPEED CONTROL
AT INTERSECTIONS TYP.
Page 12 of 35Local Communication Protocol
1 ) Bear Mountain Community Association Approval & General
Education of Bear Mountain Residents via newsletters and social
media.
2) Trail Forks –(TrailForks.com) Trail Location App, which is heavily
used in hiking and mountain bike communities, where users can
notify land managers of trail hazards and new construction.
3) Nature Trail Society – Prime Contact
4) Bear Mountain Contact – Direct access to the Hub bike shop
5) City of Langford – Parks Contact (Emergency Only)
Page 13 of 35Liability & Risk Coverage
By following the Whistler Trail Standards and maintenance guidelines, the city is eligible for
the following:
The Occupiers Liability Act of B.C. – This act establishes that a person who enters “recreational
trails reasonable marked as such” shall be deemed to have voluntarily assumed all risks. It is
important to ensure that all risks associated with trail use is mitigated by properly managing
and maintaining trails.
Municipal Insurance – This is provided through the Municipal Insurers Association
British Columbia (MIA). It is used to cover municipal infrastructure including
recreational amenities. In addition to municipal insurance, municipalities will, through
agreement, require societies and organizations that are involved in the construction and
maintenance of trails to carry additional insurance.
The Southern Vancouver Island Nature Trails Society carries Accidental Death and
Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, which protects the society and land owner against trail
users when trails are constructed and maintained adequate trail standards. NTS adds each
land owner/manager to the insurance policy as "Additionally Insured".
Provincial Government of BC – Where applicable, BC provides $2,000,000 comprehensive
general liability coverage for multi-jurisdictional trails.
Page 14 of 35Maintenance / Capital Forecast
Capital cost of Construction
– $45/m for un-surfaced trails
– Funding sources; private, public, donations, grants, contracts
Nature Trail Maintenance Cost
– Nature Trail Society est. $2500 / kilometer per annual
– Lower costs due to contract via Not for profit.
Proposed NTS Langford Trail Network
Bear Mountain CD 6 8 kilometers
Goldstream Provincial Park 2 kilometers
City of Langford other lands 9 kilometers
Total 19 kilometers
North Vancouver Comparison - $350k for 72km’s of trails = $4800 per km
Page 15 of 35Bylaw 1000 Proposed Amendment
Nature Trail Shared Use / Cycling & Pedestrian Min: 0.3m Natural Surface
Max: 1.0m
Page 16 of 35Next Steps
• Work with Staff to Develop “Trail Agreement”
– between Nature Trail Society and the City of Langford
• Work with Staff to Draft bylaw 1000 amendment
– to incorporate Nature Trails as a defined use
• As per the Whistler Trail Standard
• Proceed with Stage 13 Nature Trail Improvements
Page 17 of 35Appendix
Page 18 of 35Nature Trail Tourism
Page 19 of 35The Why
One aspect in the evolution of mountain biking has been its
shift from a localized recreational activity to a tourism product.
Mountain biking is now one of several outdoor adventure
activities in British Columbia recognized for its tourism
potential and research indicates that significant numbers of
mountain bike enthusiasts travel to go mountain biking
The most common outdoor recreational activity is the hiking
day trip with over 55% of the population reported that they
participated in this in the last year.
Page 20 of 35Partnering to Delivery World Class Trail Networks Who We Are The Southern Vancouver Island Nature Trails Society is a not for profit society that is actively advocating for the accessibility to nature for all ages. Vision To create an epic network of accessible multi discipline trails that animates locals and inspires tourists to revel in our nature. Mission The Nature Trails Society will connect communities by formalizing the managed access of a world class outdoor recreation network of shared use trails for all ages, abilities, and experiences. Page 21 of 35
Economic Impact – Examples of Success in BC
• The trail systems of the North Shore, Squamish and Whistler,
are estimated to have collectively generated $10.3 million in
spending from riders that live outside of the host
communities over the period from June 4 to September 17,
2006.
• Spending by Whistler trail visitors accounted for the majority
of the total, approximately $6.6 million.
Non-resident visitors to the WBP, North America’s most visited
mountain bike park, spent an estimated $16.2 million in
Whistler.
Sea to Sky Mountain Biking Economic Impact Study (2006)*
On March 4-5, 2017, Bear Mountain will be host to the
The Crankworx Mountain Bike Festival inaugural Bear Mountain Bike Festival p/b McDonalds
continues to grow, with more than 55,000 featuring the Powerade Canada Cup MTB race. The festival
visitors attending the event in 2006, of will attract mountain bike racers and enthusiasts from
which more than 23,000 travelled solely across Canada and cater to all ages and abilities. It will also
to attend the Festival. This resulted in feature dedicated family friendly rides, a beer garden, and a
non-resident expenditures in excess of bike expo showcasing the top mountain bike brands in the
$11.5 million. world.
Page 13 - MOUNTAIN BIKE TOURISM Destination British Columbia Rev June 2015
Page 22 of 35Proposed New Trails & Existing Network
Page 23 of 35The Best Practice
Trails are the core component and resource base of the mountain
bike tourism product.
Furthermore, municipalities like Nanaimo, Cumberland, Surrey,
Whistler, Squamish and the District of North Vancouver are at
the forefront of a change in municipal values and related policies,
whereby trail networks are now beginning to be viewed as
recreational amenities, much like sports fields.
More municipalities will inevitably be called upon by local tax
payers to provide funding and resources for trail management.
Page 24 of 35Existing Trail Types Nature Trails
Galloping Goose Trial
Ed Nixon Trail
Sources for these classifications are: BC Parks; BC Forest Service and RMOW P-4 Risk Management, Trail Classifications
Page 25 of 35VISION
TO CREATE AN EPIC NETWORK OF ACCESSIBLE MULTI DISCIPLINE TRAILS THAT
ANIMATES LOCALS AND INSPIRES TOURISTS TO REVEL IN OUR NATURE.
MISSION
THE NATURE TRAILS SOCIETY WILL CONNECT COMMUNITIES BY FORMALIZING
THE MANAGED ACCESS OF A WORLD CLASS OUTDOOR RECREATION NETWORK
OF SHARED USE TRAILS FOR ALL AGES, ABILITIES, AND EXPERIENCES
SINGLE TRACK TRAIL
INTENDED USE:
A RECREATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE FOR A VARIETY OF AGES AND ABILITIES
THE REGIONAL AND LOCAL TRANSPORTATION NETWORK
BE USED IN NATURAL AREAS HAVING TOPOGRAPHIC OR SPECIAL
ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES.
AN OPPORTUNITY FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS TO APPRECIATE NATURE AND LEARN
ABOUT NATURAL VALUES
BE USED BY HIKERS, JOGGERS/RUNNERS, MOUNTAIN BIKERS AND
HORSEBACK RIDERS. SOME TRAILS MAY HAVE RESTRICTIONS ON USERS.
DESIGN GUIDELINES:
TRAILS SURFACING: COMPACTED GRAVEL, NATURAL SOIL/ROCK SURFACE
WIDTH: SURFACED WIDTH TYPICALLY 1 M (MINIMUM 300MM AT CONSTRAINED
LOCATIONS) CLEARED WIDTH 0.5 M MINIMUM EACH SIDE OF TRAIL
VERTICAL HEIGHT CLEARANCE: 2.4 M (OR HIGH ENOUGH FOR ITS INTENDED USE).
GRADE: THIS DEPENDS ON THE TERRAIN AND IT MAY INCLUDE STEEP SECTIONS
WITH STEPS OR STAIRS IF THE GRADE EXCEEDS 20%
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
THESE TRAILS MAY HAVE RESTRICTIONS ON THE USE OF THE TRAIL TO
PROTECT THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT, OR FOR SAFETY, OR OTHER
CONSIDERATIONS.
TRAIL IS TO BE DESIGNED TO 'BLEND IN' WITH NATURAL ENVIRONMENT AS
MUCH AS POSSIBLE.
GRAVEL AND ROCK WILL BE ADDED TO THE NATURAL SURFACE AS NEEDED
TO IMPROVE DRAINAGE OR TO HARDEN THE SURFACE TO MAKE IT MORE
RESILIENT AND DURABLE.
TRAIL SIGNAGE Page 26 of 35Bear Mountain Trail Master Plan
and Goldstream Connectivity
SEE POSTER BOARD
Page 27 of 35BIKE SKILLS PARK
MULTI PURPOSE TRAILS (WALK, BIKE, EV) BEAR MOUNTAIN TRAIL NETWORK
ON-SITE NATURE TRAILS (HIKE/ BIKE) CoL EX SINGLE TRACK TRAILS 2,350m
CoL FUTURE SINGLE TRACK TRAILS 5,450m BEAR MOUNTAIN TRAIL MASTER PLAN
OFF-SITE NATURE TRAILS (HIKE/ BIKE)
DoH EX SINGLE TRACKTRAILS 2,900m
FUTURE TRAIL CONNECTIVITY (HIKE/ BIKE) DoH FUTURE SINGLE TRACK TRAILS 6,400m
17,100m
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The Southern Vancouver Island Nature Trails Society
Who We Are
The Southern Vancouver Island Nature Trails Society (NTS) is a not for profit society that is
actively advocating for the accessibility to nature for all ages. www.naturetrailssociety.com
Vision
To create an epic network of accessible multi discipline trails that animates locals and inspires
tourists to revel in our nature.
Mission
The Nature Trails Society will connect communities by formalizing the managed access of a
world class outdoor recreation network of shared use trails for all ages, abilities, and
experiences.
What We Do
The Nature Trails Society build sustainable singletrack trails that accommodate the greatest
number of responsible trail users. Carefully balancing the needs of the environment first, with
the needs of the neighborhood and the desires of the outdoor recreational community. With a
specific focus on creating positive trail experiences for the region.
What Are Singletrack Trails
A singletrack trail is one where users must generally travel in a single file. The term “hiking
trail” is an improper synonym for singletrack, because it defines a type of user, not the physical
structure of the trail.
The tread of a singletrack trail is typically 50- to 80- cm wide, though it can be as narrow as 15
cm and as wide as 1 meter. Singletrack trails tend to wind around obstacles such as trees,
large rocks, and bushes. As compared to roads, singletrack trails blend into the surrounding
environment, disturb much less ground, and are easier to maintain. The tread of singletrack is
almost always natural surface, in contrast to the gravel or pavement of roads.
Why Singletrack Trails Are So Important
Most trail enthusiasts prefer narrower trail. Whether they are riding a mountain bike, running or
hiking the trail, or exploring on horseback, these users want to experience a close connection
to nature. Singletrack provides this better than roads and separates recreationists from the
world of the automobile. Trees and shrubs may create a tunnel of green, tall flowers may reach
eye level, wildlife may cross the path, immersing visitors in the natural world. The experience
just isn't the same on an open, wide road.
Page 32 of 35Many singletrack enthusiasts also seek a higher degree of challenge than can be found on
most jeep trails of forestry roads. The narrow nature of singletrack makes these trails exciting
for a variety of users and provides an invigorating backcountry experience.
Singletrack Fosters Slow Speeds
Those who object to mountain biking on singletrack, envision riders bombing along a 12-inch-
wide trail at supersonic speeds. They imagine bicyclists launching headlong into startled hikers
and equestrians who have no place to escape on the narrow trail. This scenario, while
alarming, is generally unfounded.
Singletrack trails tend to slow mountain bikers – particularly on shared-use trails where they
anticipate encountering other visitors. The narrower and frequently rough nature of singletrack
demands constant focus and a slow to moderate speed, and its tight and twisty nature is
exhilarating on its own. While there are always a few renegades who push the limits, most
mountain bikers are responsible, conscientious trail users who seek an enjoyable experience,
not excessive speed.
What Are Sustainable Trails
A sustainable trail...
- Protects the environment.
- Meets the needs of its users.
- Requires little maintenance.
- Minimizes conflict between different user groups.
User Conflicts
Solutions for user conflicts can be broken down into four categories;
-Information and Education
Signs, setting expectations, paid staff trail patrols, volunteer trail patrols, peer education,
clinics, handouts, interpretive trails and trail etiquette.
- User Involvement and Partnerships
Mountain biking clubs, trail advocacy groups, user group coalitions, volunteer trail
work and shared-use events.
- Trail System Design
Provide clear sight lines, provide adequate trail opportunities, provide diverse trail
experiences, trail design to control speed, spreading users out and using stacked
loops where beginners are accommodate close to the parking area and more
experienced trail users farther away.
Page 33 of 35- Regulations
Fair and logical policies, open communications with all user groups, rules of the trail
and speed limits.
Courtesies, rules of the trail
When mountain bikers are on general hiking trails the person on foot has the right of way and
caution should be exercised in passing or approaching. Slow-down, be courteous, warn of
your approach and thank them for giving you room.
On “designated” mountain bike trails hikers should physically step aside and wait while a
mountain biker rides through, again a wave and a thank you will earn respect from both users.
While these “courtesies” will be posted at appropriate trailheads it will take time to educate all
users.
Appearance
Our trail building crews include professional landscapers who work hard to use local flora to
enhance the trail aesthetics. It is our goal to create a positive nature trail experience that is
harmonious with the surrounding environment.
Security
The current level of security will be maintained through the use of signage and landscaping
techniques. While an added level of security will be provided through a regularly used trail
system as a result of the raised awareness level. This is due to the fact that the primary user
group are responsible members of the neighboring community, who will take steps to protect it
and keep it secure. Our paid routine patrols will also provide an added level of security.
Safety
Properly graded trails with solidly built foundations provide a stable, consistent, more
predictable trail surface. While also mitigating erosion, providing sure footing and reducing the
disbursement of loose rubble on the trail.
Capital cost of Construction
$45/m for un-surfaced trails
Singletrack Trail Maintenance Cost
$2500/km
Page 34 of 35Liability
The dual issues of liability and risk management are a critical part of any trails master plan,
design specifications and ongoing network maintenance program.
Risk management
In BC, the occupiers liability act (the 'act') established a duty to not create a danger or act with
willing disregard for the safety of a person or the integrity of a person's property. The
occupier’s liability act establishes that a person who enters “recreational trails reasonably
marked as such” shall be deemed to have willingly assumed all risks. It is important to ensure
that the risks associated with trail use are properly managed and exposure to accidents is
mitigated.
To prevent accidents, injuries and potential claims, local governments need proper
management i.e.: policies, standards, inspection and maintenance programs and signage that
supports a safe environment for trail users.
Insurance
The Southern Vancouver Island Nature Trails Society carries Accidental Death and
Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; this provides legal coverage for the society and land
owner/manager against trail users who get hurt on the trail. NTS adds each land
owner/manager to the insurance policy as "Additionally Insured".
NTS also covers its employees and volunteers against injuries; we also carry Worksafe
coverage for all employees.
Legal
Approved trails within Public/Private lands can be facilitated by a Trail License Agreement or
Trail Right of Way Agreement.
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