Decision Document |
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Board of Management of the Toronto Zoo |
Meeting No. | 4 | Contact | Rosalind Dyers, Committee Administrator | |
Meeting Date |
Thursday, May 6, 2010 |
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Start Time |
10:00 AM |
rdyers@toronto.ca | ||
Location |
Toronto Zoo Boardroom, 361A Old Finch Avenue
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Chair | Councillor Raymond Cho |
The Decision Document is for preliminary reference purposes only. Please refer to the Minutes for the official record.
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ZB4.1 | ACTION |
Adopted |
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2010 Advertising Expenditure Approval |
Committee Decision |
The Board granted approval for:
1. Staff to proceed with the production of creative as required.
2. Zenith Optimedia to purchase media for the 2010 advertising campaign. |
Origin |
(April 23, 2010) Report from the Executive Director, Marketing and Communications |
Summary |
This report seeks Board approval to proceed with expenditures related to the 2010 paid advertising campaign. The 2010 creative production and media budget is unchanged from 2009. The Zoo achieved the third highest attendance level in the Zoo’s history in 2009. |
Background Information |
ZB4.1 - Staff Report - 2010 Advertising Expenditure (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29706.pdf) |
ZB4.2 | ACTION |
Amended |
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Veterinary Fellowship Program |
Committee Decision |
The Board:
1. Authorized the Toronto Zoo enter into a contract with the University of Guelph for the continuation of the Veterinary Fellowship program for a three-year period from September 1, 2010 to August 31, 2013.
2. Requested the Chief Executive Officer to report to the Board of Management of the Toronto Zoo on the feasibility of creating a Wildlife Veterinary Rehabilitation Specialist within the Veterinary Fellowship Program, and/or with other partnership opportunities, as part of the 2011 Operating Budget. |
Origin |
(April 6, 2010) Report from the Executive Director, Conservation, Education and Research |
Summary |
Approval is requested to continue the Veterinary Fellowship program with the University of Guelph for a further three-year period. |
Background Information |
ZB4.2 - Staff Report - Veterinary Fellowship Program (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29707.pdf) |
ZB4.3 | ACTION |
Adopted |
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Rouge Park Governance Review |
Committee Decision |
The Board:
1. Endorsed the concept of a Rouge National Park on the lands shown as areas 1, 2 and 3 on Schedule A, attached to the report dated April 23, 2010, from the Chief Executive Officer.
2. Supported the development of a “Founding Deal” including, but not limited to, the elements of such a deal as outlined in Schedule B, attached to the report dated April 23, 2010, from the Chief Executive Officer.
3. Directed that the Rouge Park Alliance be formally advised of the Board's position on the Recommendations 1 and 2 above. |
Origin |
(April 23, 2010) Report from the Chief Executive Officer |
Summary |
On 2010-02-05, the Rouge Park Alliance unanimously approved the receipt of a consultants’ report recommending the creation of a Rouge National Park, the preparation of a “Founding Deal” and other related matters. The Alliance also requested that the report be circulated to its member organizations for comment. Zoo staff have reviewed the Rouge Park Governance Review report and are in general agreement with the conclusions and recommendations. It is recommended that the Board of Management formally endorse the National Park concept, advise the Rouge Park Alliance of its position, and work with the Alliance to achieve this goal. |
Background Information |
ZB4.3 - Staff Report - Rouge Park Governance (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29708.pdf) ZB4.3 - Staff Report - Rouge Park Attachment 1 (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29709.pdf) ZB4.3 - Staff Report - Rouge Park Attachment 2 (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29710.pdf) |
ZB4.4 | ACTION |
Adopted |
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African Rainforest Pavilion South Exhibits Refurbishment |
Committee Decision |
The Board approved the recommendation in the report dated April 23, 2010, from the Chief Operating Officer to transfer $309,000 from the Siberian Tiger Exhibit and Holding Refurbishment Project to the African Rainforest Pavilion South Exhibit Refurbishment project. |
Origin |
(April 23, 2010) Report from the Chief Operating Officer |
Summary |
This report recommends the reallocation of funding for use at the south half of the African Rainforest Pavilion. |
Background Information |
ZB4.4 - Staff Report - African Rainforest Pavilion South Exhibits (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29711.pdf) |
ZB4.5 | Information |
Received |
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Membership Update for 2009 and 2010 Goals |
Committee Decision |
The Board received for information the report dated April 16, 2010, from the Executive Director, Marketing and Communications respecting the Membership Update for 2009 and 2010 Goals. |
Origin |
(April 16, 2010) Report from the Executive Director, Marketing and Communications |
Summary |
This report will update the Board on the 2009 results and 2010 goals for the Zoo’s Membership program. |
Background Information |
ZB4.5 - Staff Report - Membership Results 2009 and 2010 Goals (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29712.pdf) |
ZB4.6 | Information |
Amended |
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2010 Special Feature and Events Plan |
Committee Decision |
The Board:
1. Received for information the report dated March 19, 2010, from the Executive Director, Marketing and Communications respecting the 2010 Special Feature and Events Plan.
2. Requested the Chief Executive Officer to hold a VIP engagement event for the 'Sharks at Stingray Bay Exhibit' on a Saturday or Sunday morning in June 2010.
3. Requested the Chief Executive Officer to report to the Board of Management on including the following events in the 2010 Special Feature and Events Plan, if possible, and the 2011 Plan:
a. a 'Chair's Night Under the Stars' at Bush Camp; and
b. Cultural Days at the Toronto Zoo.
4. Requested the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Board and the Chief Executive Officer to report to the Management Committee on the appointment of Board Members to a staff Special Events Committee. |
Origin |
(March 19, 2010) Report from the Executive Director, Marketing and Communications |
Summary |
This report outlines the key exhibit features and special events planned for 2010. |
Background Information |
ZB4.6 - Staff Report - 2010 Special Feature and Events Plan (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29713.pdf) |
ZB4.7 | Information |
Received |
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2009 Environmental Initiatives Report |
Committee Decision |
The Board received for information the report dated April 23, 2010, from the Executive Director, Conservation, Education and Research respecting the 2009 Environmental Initiatives Report. |
Origin |
(April 23, 2010) Report from the Executive Director, Conservation, Education and Research |
Summary |
This report updates the Board on the Zoo’s environmental initiatives and activities undertaken in 2009. |
Background Information |
ZB4.7 - Staff Report - 2009 Environmental Initiatives Report (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29714.pdf) ZB4.7 - Staff Report - 2009 Environmental Initiatives Report - Attachment (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29715.pdf) |
ZB4.8 | Information |
Amended |
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Toronto Zoo Conservation and Education Activities Report 2008-2009 |
Committee Decision |
The Board:
1. Received for information the report dated April 21, 2010, from the Executive Director, Conservation, Education and Research respecting the Toronto Zoo Conservation and Education Activities Report 2008-2009.
2. Directed that its appreciation be expressed to all staff who contributed to the success of the Conservation and Education programs and activities referred to in the 2008-2009 Report. |
Origin |
(April 21, 2010) Report from the Executive Director, Conservation, Education and Research |
Summary |
This report provides the Board with a summary of the Toronto Zoo Conservation and Education Activities Report 2008-2009. In addition, the Toronto Zoo web site has additional information on these activities and programs. There are a number of information brochures also available. |
Background Information |
ZB4.8 - Staff Report - Conservation and Education Activities Report (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29716.pdf) ZB4.8 - Staff Report - Attachment - Conservation and Education Summary (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29717.pdf) |
ZB4.9 | Information |
Received |
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2009 Energy Report |
Committee Decision |
The Board received for information the report dated April 22, 2010, from the Chief Operating Officer respecting the 2009 Energy Report. |
Origin |
(April 22, 2010) Report from the Chief Operating Officer |
Summary |
This report updates the Board on the Zoo’s energy consumption for 2009. |
Background Information |
ZB4.9 - Staff Report - Energy Report 2009 (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29718.pdf) ZB4.9 - Staff Report - Energy Report 2009 Attachment (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29719.pdf) |
ZB4.10 | Information |
Received |
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2010 Operating Plan and Budget - Council Approved |
Committee Decision |
The Board received for information the report dated April 23, 2010, from the Chief Operating Officer respecting the Council Approved 2010 Operating Plan and Budget. |
Origin |
(April 23, 2010) Report from the Chief Operating Officer |
Summary |
This report is provided to update the Board on the approval of the 2010 Operating Budget by City Council. |
Background Information |
ZB4.10 - Staff Report - 2010 Operating Plan and Budget (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29720.pdf) |
ZB4.11 | Information |
Received |
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Preliminary Operating Results |
Committee Decision |
The Board received for information the report dated May 5, 2010, from the Chief Operating Officer respecting the Preliminary Operating Results for the period ending April 30, 2010. |
Origin |
(May 5, 2010) Report from the Chief Operating Officer |
Summary |
This report will present the preliminary operating results for the period ending April 30, 2010. |
Background Information |
ZB4.11 - Staff Report - Preliminary Operating Results (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-30165.pdf) |
ZB4.12 | Information |
Received |
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Project Update and Capital Variance Report |
Committee Decision |
The Board received for information the report dated April 23, 2010, from the Chief Operating Officer respecting the Project Update and Capital Variance Report. |
Origin |
(April 23, 2010) Report from the Chief Operating Officer |
Summary |
This report provides an update to the Board on the status of the Capital and Operating projects at the Zoo. |
Background Information |
ZB4.12 - Staff Report - Project Update and Capital Variance Report (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29722.pdf) ZB4.12 - Staff Report - Capital and Operating Project Update - Schedule 1 (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29727.pdf) |
ZB4.13 | Information |
Received |
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Visitor Statistics Year to Date March 31, 2010 |
Committee Decision |
The Board received for information the report dated April 21, 2010, from the Executive Director, Marketing and Communications respecting the Visitor Statistics for the period ending March 31, 2010. |
Origin |
(April 21, 2010) Report from the Executive Director, Marketing and Communications |
Summary |
This report will update the Board of Management on visitor statistics for the period ending March 31, 2010. |
Background Information |
ZB4.13 - Staff Report - Visitor Statistics, March 2010 (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29723.pdf) ZB4.13 - Staff Report - Visitor Statistics - Attachment 1 (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29724.pdf) ZB4.13 - Staff Report - Visitor Statistics - Attachment 2 (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29725.pdf) |
ZB4.14 | Information |
Amended |
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Committee Minutes |
Committee Decision |
The Board:
1. Received for information the report dated April 23, 2010, from the Chief Executive Officer respecting the Minutes of the meetings of the Animal Care, Research and Acquisition Committee and the Giant Panda Acquisition Task Force.
2. Authorized the Giant Panda Acquisition Task Force to continue with any direction it needs to take with respect to the Giant Panda Acquisition Project, and advise the Board of Management of those decisions.
3. Requested the Chief Executive Officer, in consultation with the Chair of the Giant Panda Acquisition Task Force, to submit a report to the next meeting of the Board of Management of the Toronto Zoo to be held on June 3, 2010, providing a 'go forward' strategy and supporting documentation with respect to the Giant Panda Acquisition Project.
4. Expressed its appreciation to Dr. Ming-Tat Cheung for the leadership role he has taken with respect to the Giant Panda Acquisition Project. |
Origin |
(April 23, 2010) Report from the Chief Executive Officer |
Summary |
This report will provide an update to the Board on Committee activities. |
Background Information |
ZB4.14 - Staff Report - Committee Minutes (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29726.pdf) ZB4.14 - Staff Report - Attachment 1 - Animal Care and Research Committee (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29731.pdf) ZB4.14 - Staff Report - Attachment 2 - Giant Panda Acquisition Committee (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29732.pdf) |
ZB4.15 | Information |
Received |
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25-Year Employee Recognition |
Committee Decision |
The Board received for information the report dated January 12, 2010, from the Chief Operating Officer respecting the 25-Year Employee Recognition for 2010. |
Origin |
(January 12, 2010) Report from the Chief Operating Officer |
Summary |
In 2010, six (6) employees at the Toronto Zoo will reach and be recognized for 25 years of service.
Name Branch Start Date Cynthia Lee Curatorial 1985-05-06 Richard Tamlin Animal Care 1985-08-06 Shane Alexander Safety & Security 1985-08-12 Jane Muller-Perry Animal Care 1985-09-08 Nick Theodoridis Facilities & Services 1985-10-07 Mark Bongelli Animal Care 1985-10-20 |
Background Information |
ZB4.15 - Staff Report -25-Year Employee Recognition (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-29728.pdf) |
ZB4.16 | Information |
Received |
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Update on the Biogas Project |
Committee Decision |
The Board received for information the verbal update on the Biogas Project from the Curator of Conservation. |
Decision Advice and Other Information |
David Ireland, Curator of Conservation, gave a verbal update on the Biogas Project, and provided the following timelines for the project:
- July 15, 2010 - deadline for the Request for Proposals; - end of August, 2010 - recommendations from the Selection Committee on a successful proponent; - 2011 - commence construction; and - February 2012 – project completion. |
Summary |
Verbal report from the Curator of Conservation providing an update on the Biogas Project. |
ZB4.17 | ACTION |
Adopted |
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Collective Bargaining Update |
Confidential Attachment - Labour relations or employee negotiations |
Committee Decision |
The Board:
1. Approved the recommendations in the Confidential Attachment 1, attached to the report dated May 6, 2010, from the Chief Executive Officer.
2. Directed that the confidential information be made public after ratification by both parties. |
Origin |
(May 6, 2010) Report from the Chief Executive Officer |
Summary |
This report outlines the key terms of the tentative settlement between the Board of Management and CUPE Local 1600, and seeks the Board of Management's approval of these terms. |
Background Information |
ZB4.17 - Staff Report - Collective Bargaining Update (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/zb/bgrd/backgroundfile-30203.pdf) |
ZB4.18 | ACTION |
Adopted |
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List of Outstanding Items |
Committee Decision |
The Board requested the Chief Executive Officer to provide the Board with a monthly report listing outstanding Board requests, the progress being made, and action/follow up being taken by appropriate staff on the requests, commencing with the June 3, 2010 meeting. |
Summary |
Request for report listing outstanding Board requests. |
ZB4.19 | Information |
Adopted |
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Expression of Appreciation to Students of Lincoln Avenue Public School |
Committee Decision |
The Board congratulated Miles, Cherise and Diana from Lincoln Avenue Public School for their excellent achievements in the School's Cell Phone Recycling Program. |
Decision Advice and Other Information |
The Curator of Conservation advised the Board of the Cell Phone Recycling Program undertaken by students of Lincoln Avenue Public School, and introduced:
Miles – Winner of the Best Kid in Ontario Award for collecting 175 of the 209 cell phones collected by the School; and Cherise and Diana – Winners of the essay writing contest on conservation. |
Summary |
Respecting the Cell Phone Recycling Program undertaken by students of Lincoln Avenue Public School. |
ZB4.20 | Information |
Received |
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Publications |
Committee Decision |
The Board received for information the publications distributed by the Chief Executive Officer. |
Summary |
The following publications were made available to the Board:
- Welcome to the Toronto Zoo – Non-Permanent Staff Handbook 2010; - CONNECT - Magazine of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, March 2010; and - CONNECT - Magazine of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, April 2010. |
Meeting Sessions |
Session Date | Session Type | Start Time | End Time | Public or Closed Session |
2010-05-06 | Morning | 10:12 AM | 12:05 PM | Public |
2010-05-06 | Afternoon | 12:10 PM | 12:30 PM | Closed |
2010-05-06 | Afternoon | 12:31 PM | 12:33 PM | Public |
Attendance | ||
Members were present for some or all of the time period indicated. |
Date and Time | Quorum | Members |
2010-05-06 10:12 AM - 12:05 PM (Public Session) |
Present |
Present: Cheung, Cho (Chair), De Baeremaeker, Grimes, Kelly, Mammoliti, Torzsok, Williams, Yelle Not Present: Ainslie, Tessier |
2010-05-06 12:10 PM - 12:30 PM (Closed Session) |
Present |
Present: Cheung, Cho (Chair), De Baeremaeker, Grimes, Kelly, Mammoliti, Torzsok, Williams, Yelle Not Present: Ainslie, Tessier |
2010-05-06 12:31 PM - 12:33 PM (Public Session) |
Present |
Present: De Baeremaeker, Grimes, Kelly, Torzsok (Chair), Williams, Yelle Not Present: Ainslie, Cheung, Cho, Mammoliti, Tessier |