The Lucknow Sentinel, 1986-11-26, Page 48Valleys People - Fall 1986 - Page 8
Shoreline . dvisory
service available
Over the past year, water levels in the
Great Lakes have risen to record high
levels. This rise in water level has
accelerated the rate of erosion along
the shoreline. :caches have been
washed away and increased wave
action during storm events has
damaged boathouses and cottages
located on the lake.
In response to these problems, the
Ministry of Natural Resources has
established a program to provide
property owners with technical
assistance. Through this program land-
owners can obtain technical assistance
on shore protection from a qualified
coastal engineer. In 1986 staff from the
Authority and an engineering firm
visited over 120 properties.
This program is being administered by
the M.V.C.A. along the section of
shoreline that is located within the
Authority's jurisdiction.
Property owners located between
Amrnberley and Lot 30, Concession 11 in
Goderich Township should call the
Authority ffice in Wroxeter if they
would like advice on how to deal with
their erosion problems.
Since many of these problems are simi-
lar in nature to those affecting neigh-
bouring properties, landowners are
encouraged to work with their neigh-
bours on any remedial works that
might be necessary.
The Authority also has several publica-
tions which landowners may be inter-
ested in reading related to shoreline
management, shore protection
methods and the water levels in the
Great Lakes. These publications may
be obtained at no charge from the
Authority Office in Wroxeter.
Farmers - con't from page 5
You'll soon see the benefits of the pro-
gram. Farm plans will help determine
what conservation techniques best suit
your operation. No -till and minimum
tillage systems can reduce overhead
costs. Through the program farmers
have opportunities to exchange ideas
with other farmers using conservation
tillage systems.
Funding for erosion control structures
is available through the Ontario Soil
Conservation and Environmental Pro-
tection Assistance Program
(OSCEPAP) and the Erosion Control
Assistance program of the M.V.C.A.
For more information on the Joint
Agricultural Soil and Water Conserva-
tion program contact the M.V.C.A.
Mapping - con't from page 3
programs.
CONSERVATION WISE! — Stephanie Bush and Shari Lobb, both of R.R.
2, Clinton, shared the first prize in the Conservation Award category at the
1986 Huron County Science Fair. Their project was on windbreaks. The
Conservation Award, sponsored jointly by the Maitland Valley and
Ausable-Bayfield Conservation Authorities, is presented to the top three
conservation related projects at the Science Fair.
developed by the municipality and the
Authority to regulate the use and type
of development that may be permitted
in these areas.
The resource mapping program began
in 1982. Since that time information
has been gathered on 13 municipalities
in the watershed. The natural resources
examined in the mapping include the
lands that form part of the river system
including: watercourses, floodplains,
headwater areas, wetlands and lands
immediately along watercourses.
O
If you would like to know more about
the water and related land resources in
your area contact the M.V.C.A.
TWO-WAY COMMUNICATION
These resource areas are important be-
cause of the part they serve in main-
taining water quality and helping to
regulate streamflow levels in the river
system. The M.V.C.A. encourages
municipalities to designate these areas
for uses that will not interfere with
their natural value. Policies are
Looking for a Guest Speakerfor your
Next Meeting?
Don't Panic! Presentations that will be
of interest to your members are avail-
able from the M.V.C.A. CaII (519) 335-
3557.
Valleys and People
Valleys and People is an annual publication of the Maitland Valley Conserva-
tion Authority distributed to inform watershed residents about local natural
resource management activities.
The Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (M.V.C.A.) is a corporate body
established under the Conservation Authorities Act to manage watershed re-
sources on behalf of its 33 member municipalities and the Province of Ontario.
The M.V.C.A. is a member of the Association of Conservation Authorities of
Ontario. This organization represents the collective concerns of Ontario's 38
conservation authorities.
Your comments or requests for further information on M.V.C.A. programs or
projects are welcomed. Inquiries should be directed to the M.V.C.A., Box
127, Wroxeter, Ontario. NOG 2X0 (519) 335-3557.
The success of the Authority's programs depend on two-way communications
between each municipality in the watershed and the. Authority. Your municipal
representative on the Authority is delegated the responsibility of understand-
ing the resource management concerns of local residents. If you have a
concern or question about the natural resources of your municipality contact
your Maitland Valley Conservation Authority representative.
Arthur Township Ivan Suggitt
Ashfield Township Grant Farrish
Blyth Village William Manning
Brussels Village Bruce McCall
Clinton Town Elmer Trick
Colborne Township Russel Kernighan
Culross Township Don Dodds
Ellice Township George Wicke
Elma Township Robert Mathers
Goderich Town David Gower
Goderich Township Cornelius Brand
Grey Township Leona Armstrong
Harriston Town Norman Young
Howick Township Norman Fairies
Hullett Township Norman Alexander
Huron Township Clarke Ferguson
Kinloss Township George McBride
Listowel Town R. Douglas Trench
Logan Township Edwin Illman
Lucknow Village Russell Whitby
Maryborough Township Lorne Murray
McKillop Township Lorne Glanville
Milverton Town Arnold Storey
Minto Township Carman Kaye
Mornington Township Norman Haid
Morris Township Robert Grasby
Palmerston Town Catherine Keleher
Seaforth Town
Turnberry Township Mervin Baker
Wallace Township Hans Feldmann
Wawanosh E. Township Ross Taylor
Wawanosh W. Township Harold Errington
Wingham Town Bruce Machan
Provincial Rep. Margaret Bennett
Provincial Rep. Vince Judge
Provincial Rep. Jack Graul
William Dale