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By HOWARD MOZEL Oakville Beaver Staff "We have undertaken this for the community at large," says Don Robinson who, by the way, doesn't even own a boat. f there is a single misconception I about the Oakville Harbours Development Authority its chair- man could clear up, it's that his orga- nization is an elitist body pandering to the whims of rich boaters. Another myth is that taxes pay for the Authority's activities when in fact Oakville's two harbors and their envi- rons are supported by boaters and their docking charges. (This includes private security and dredging.) Any capital projects - such as the proposed interim floating docks near the Outer Bronte Harbour - would be drawn from a reserve fund which would be replenished from these fees. Robinson and vice chairman Angus Kyle took time out recently to explain the inner workings of the Authority. Because their organization will soon be soliciting suggestions regarding future plans for the har- bours. both thought it best that the public understand what they're all about. The Authority itself was created in 1973 after the Council ofthe day rec- ognized that the potential of thkville's two harbors (the "gems" of the community, says Kyle) had been badly neglected. It consisted of appointed volunteers, Town staff and members of Council. The body's first year was spent tending to areas in need of clean-up and planning for the future. The Master Plan it produced was present- ed to and accepted by Council in spring 1974. That summer, Gurth Bramall became Harbour Master to oversee the Authority's plans and policies and only recently retired than that position. July 28, 1993 Whenever the Outer Harbour project creaks into gear once again the Authority will be front and cen- tre with suggestions regarding items contained in the plan. As it stands now, the Master Plan calls for 450 moorings with only 200 spaces set aside for storage. Authority eyes Bronte Harbour Waterfront Park R Harbours Authority operates without benefit of tax dollars Unlike most municipal commit- tees, Robinson explained that the Authority handles all its own money and is not a mere rubber-stamping entity of the Town. Although appoint- ed by Council, the unpaid volunteers (onlythmeofwhomateboaters)ate known for their "push and pull" with bureaucrats. The Authority's mandate came to a practical end last year when the Harbours Master Plan was completed. Rather than become a relic or dissolve entirely. the Authority remains vital by fine-tlining the existing harbours, planning for the future and anticipat- ing a pivotal, hands-on role in manag- ing the Outer Harbour. To administer the process of updating plans for' Oakville's water- front the Town has hired Dirk Blyleven, the man who oversaw Mississauga's Waterfront Master P1an.Hissalarywillbepaidfrmnthe savings of not filling Bramall’s posi- tion during the period of his short- term contract, In addition to forging strong links to all levels of government, the Ell so I mama!) " Elk AXE munnenzn 'a"8ti"éj, sumss ll sum: a tilEllBllt _-l",-')-:'-","','"'- --litlll OPEN MINISTER - rug/THE FIRM SPECIAL sows FEATURE-SAT. ' SUN. ONLY - 7 mascara mommy C9GiEl Mote: Mam Foam" plays hrs: all M NO (Continued tram page BONUS FEATURE-SAT. A SUN 0N WEEKE'D AT 36m It lST 2 DAYS-WED, A THURS. MICE OF THE YEAR lug HOT SHOTS PART DEUX HELD OVER 2ND WEEK Man Feature plays its! al WK STARTS FRIDA Y 1) Authority - which is their practical, operating arm - has taken a pro-active approach and begun reaching out for public input. One thing Robinson wants to make clear is that the Authority is seeking information - not money. Also being discussed an: alterna- tive uses for the building on Walker Street now used by the Authority. Ky1esaidittttightbe1easedortentexi out to service clubs and residents gmupsorusedforavarietyofodter functions. The old water treatment plant formerly occupied by the Oakville Racing Canoe Club could thenbeusedttstheAuthority'smain- wince facility. He is, however, looking forward to a possible collaboration with a variety of organizations and governments in an effort to generate funds. "We're in tune with the need to create a positive entrepreneurial aspect, a partnership with the province. the municipality and service clubs," said Robinson. The Authority's jurisdiction extends east and west up the banks of the Twelve and Sixteen Mile Cteeks tothefirstlots,southtothelakeand north the QEW. Because its mandate also extends along the lakefront. the Authority isn't waiting around for the Outer Harbour to take shape before tackling short-term projects in the meantime. One is to establish a safer boat launch at Coronation Park to accom- modate small, recreational boaters and remove some of the congestion from the two harbours. IftheAuthorityhaonysayindte mtttterortethingyou definitely won’t seeismorebuildingsinthcharbour "Over our dead bodies," says Robinsort,whoisstillhotaboutthe construction of highrises such a The (Emmy and SW Quay. Robinson explained that, given the size of most craft, boaters can't simply take their vessels home. "People don't understand the logistics of boating," he said. Traditionally the Authority was never consulted about such matters. but now the group has an understand- ing with the Town that anything which has an impact on the harbours must have its input. 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Mensa -- 2025 GUELPH LINE Burllggmn, Ont. 3 " 135 THE OAKVILLE BEAVER Starters Ward l councillor and chairman of the Bronte Harbour Waterfront Park Project Steering Committee Kevin Flynn has suggested that a harbors committee comprised of representatives from all three levels of government be established. This gets a lukewarm response from Robinson as just another level of bureaucracy. Kyle explained that the Authority's small staff and tremen- dous volunteer help makes it the ideal choice. "We have been against the bridge from Day One," said Kyle. If and when the Master Plan is finally realized, one vital question will have to be resolved: who runs the place? am; 2111 DUNWIN DR Mississauga, Ont 828-1 83 -.ks-,-4t's',2it)i'i/ /P" N Another alternative would be to turn the whole thing over to a pri- vate entrepreneur. “If not, then the most logical alternative is to do it by ourselves by way of contractual agreement with the Town and the Region," said Robinson. 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