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1 April 2012 MANITOBA CAPITAL REGION Supplement I. Community Profiles

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3 MANITOBA CAPITAL REGION Supplement I. Community Profiles Cover Image: Oak Hammock Marsh 1

4 Rockwood St. Andrews St. Clements Stonewall Selkirk East St. Paul St. Francois-Xavier West St. Paul Rosser Springfield Cartier Winnipeg Headingley Tache Macdonald Ritchot The RM s and communities of the Capital Region 2

5 Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 2 Introduction...5 Community Profiles Cartier...6 East St. Paul...8 Headingley...10 Macdonald...12 Ritchot...14 Rockwood...16 Rosser...18 Springfield...20 St. Andrews...22 St. Clements...24 St. François Xavier...26 Taché...28 West St. Paul...30 List of Maps, Tables and Figures...32 Presented to the Partnership of the Manitoba Capital Region. (April 2012) URBANEDGE consulting inc. 3

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7 Introduction This document contains a set of basic, but significant information about the thirteen rural municipalities that make up a substantial part of the Manitoba Capital Region. This document is intended to serve as a directory for finding current, relevant information about developments occurring in these communities. Some of the information in this document was derived from interviews and meetings with local officials from the individual municipalities. This information is particularly valuable because the people who live and work in these communities are those with the best local knowledge about them. We would like to gratefully acknowledge the contributions of these local officials, as well as the input of various other members of the Partnership of the Manitoba Capital Region, without which this document would lack an important local perspective. This document is intended to be used by all of the partners in the Capital Region as a way to increase their knowledge of their neighbours. This report is one in a set of three major documents. 5

8 RM of Cartier Population: 3,153 Land Area: 553km 2 Planning District: White Horse Plains Planning District Features History The Rural Municipality of Cartier was incorporated in A reeve and five ward councillors represent represent the RM. The RM offices are located in the town of Elie. Has recently become a full member of the Partnership for the Manitoba Capital Region. Geography The RM of Cartier is located west of the RM of Headingley, and is directly south of the Assiniboine River. It is composed largely of gleysol and black chernozoic soil. The large majority of land in this RM is Class 1,2 or 3 according to the Canada Lands Inventory. Economic Activity Agriculture and other primary industries are the major employment sectors in the RM. Cartier has a lower unemployment rate compared to the provincial average (3.4% vs. 5.5% Statistics Canada). The town of Elie has a key economic location along the Trans- Canada Highway. Average income and house prices in Cartier are above Manitoba average (Statistics Canada). Settlement Composition The major settlement centre in the RM of Cartier is the unincorporated town of Elie with a population of 562 (Statistics Canada, Census 2011). There are also a number of smaller settlement centres, St. Eustache, Dacotah and Springstein. According to the White Horse Plains Planning District Development Plan, Elie as well as the other settlement centres will be the focus for most residential and non-resource based land uses. There are 765 occupied private dwellings in the RM. 6

9 Infrastructure Services The RM of Cartier draws the majority of its water from the Assiniboine River at the Cartier Regional Water Co-op plant in St. Eustache. The Cartier Regional Water Co-op services the RM of Cartier, the RM of St. François Xavier, the RM of Headingley, the RM of Rosser, the RM of Rockwood and other RM s further west. In most settlement centres, waste infrastructure exists in the form of gravity fed waste lagoons. There is a recycling program operating in the RM, as well as a landfill. The Trans-Canada Highway passes directly through Cartier. Development Activity Planning District Plan: White Horse Plains Planning District Development Plan Adopted on April 6th, Incorporates both the RM of Cartier and the RM of St. François Xavier. Aligned closely with the Manitoba Planning Act. Sets out basic planning directions and processes. Development to be focused in settlement centres within the RM. Prepared by Landmark Planning/Design and MB Dept. of Local Government. Regional Assets The Trans-Canada Highway and Canadian National Railway pass through the RM of Cartier. The Assiniboine River is an important natural regional asset. There are dikes along the banks of the Assiniboine River. Beaudry Provincial Park is located along the Assiniboine River. Amenities in the town of Elie likely have a regional significance for the rural population within its catchment area. The Cartier Regional Water Co-op Part of the La Salle Redboine Conservation District (MB Water Stewardship). Regional Challenges Challenges may arise for the RM of Cartier due to the agricultural nature of the land if future developments are not properly located in areas suitable for settlement or commercial/industrial developments. Infrastructure challenges in providing water and especially waste water services to different areas of the RM. 7

10 RM of East St. Paul Population: 9,046 Land Area: 42km 2 Planning District: N/A Features History The Rural Municipality of East St. Paul was incorporated in Predecessor RM of St. Paul was established in The RM is represented by a mayor and 4 councilors. Office is located in Birds Hill. East St. Paul has its own planning department. Geography East St. Paul is located north east of and adjacent to the City of Winnipeg. Smallest RM in Capital Region Economic Activity Average income and housing prices are higher in East St. Paul than the Manitoba average (Statistics Canada, 2006). The unemployment rate of 4.6% is lower than the provincial average of 5.5% (Statistics Canada, 2006). The RM of East St. Paul is a prominent employer (35 are local residents). River East School Division and Canadian Guide Rail Corporation are also large employers in the area (PMCR website). Other places of work include Esso, Sobeys and Ludwick s Catering (PMCR website). The top 4 industries in East St. Paul are retail trade, health care & social assistance, construction, and public administration (Statistics Canada, 2006). East St. Paul is looking to develop an economic development plan with the Manitoba Capital Region (East St. Paul Development Plan, 2007). Settlement Composition There are approximately 2944 total dwellings in East St. Paul (Statistics Canada, 2006), 2905 privately occupied. Population density 207.4/km 2 Birds Hill is the largest settlement centre. Other centres of development activity are River East Estates, Whidbey Harbour and Pritchard Farm Estates 8

11 Infrastructure Services East St. Paul has their own sewage treatment plan; over 2/3 of residences are connected (RM of East St. Paul website). Other residences use private sewage treatment options. East St. Paul has its own landfill. East St. Paul also has a successful compost program: the site was expanded in 2005 with financial assistance from a Waste Reduction Pollution Prevention Fund grant (RM of East St. Paul website). The RM provides weekly garbage/recycling pick-up services. The East St. Paul Development Plan has expressed municipal concerns about water supply and land drainage. Development Activity Development Plan: East St. Paul Development Plan (2007) Original development plan put into place in Produced by Landmark Planning & Design in conjunction with East St. Paul planning staff and the East St. Paul Planning Advisory Committee. 60 new housing starts in the last few years. Commercial development concentrated in existing sites. Promote sustainable development, identify growth factors and review issues and opportunities. 21 single family housing starts in 2006 compared to 49 in 2005 this could be attributed to the development of a 55+ seniors housing complex north of Birds Hill. The RM would like to work with the Capital Region and has outlined some common interests. Regional Assets A 63 acre recently developed recreation centre could be utilized by surrounding municipalities in the region. Red River Floodway and Floodway expansion, landscaping and recreation plan, inter-regional participation. RM is connected to other municipalities and the City of Winnipeg by three highways. Although not a regional asset, East St. Paul s model for composting could be adapted and utilized in other rural municipalities, especially those looking to develop sustainable practices. Regional Challenges The RM appears to be looking for new economic development opportunities. East St. Paul has expressed concerns about being insular and isolated from other RM s. 9

12 RM of Headingley Population: 3,215 Land Area: 107km 2 Planning District: N/A Features History From 1972 to 1993 Headingley was part of the City of Winnipeg. Ceding from Winnipeg in Headingley is represented by a reeve and 4 councillors. Geography The RM runs 9 km along both sides of the Assiniboine River (excluding Assiniboia Downs) and contains 8 km of the TransCanada Highway (Christiansen, 2006). 78% of the land use is designated for agricultural use (Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, 1999). Economic Activity Agriculture is the primary land use: the industry employs 4.1% of the total labour force (Statistics Canada, 2006). 92% of working residents are employed outside of the RM (Statistics Canada, 2006). The median income in Headingley is higher than the provincial average (Statistics Canada, 2006). Headingley has a low residential tax rate and no business tax rate in an attempt to draw commercial and industrial business (RM of Headingley website). Settlement Composition Two urban areas: Headingley and Headingley South. Sections of both sides of the TransCanada Highway have been zoned for highway commercial development to create a suitable source of revenue for the RM. Private dwellings: 936 (Statistics Canada, 2011). 10

13 Infrastructure Services The RM offers garbage and recycling pick-up privately contracted through N49. Headingley purchases water from the Cartier Water Co-op and distributes it from a pumping station to the reservoir located in the RM (RM of Headingley website). Headingley s new sewage treatment plant began operations in July 2011(RM of Headingley website). Population Headingley s population doubled from , making it the fastest growing RM in the MCR. The differences in population can be attributed to the population of the jail within Headingley. Development Activity Zoning By-Law (September, 2011) Landmark Planning and Design Inc. Development Plan (2006) Landmark Planning and Design Development to take place in or near existing urban areas. Commercial/industrial zoning is concentrated around the Trans-Canada Highway and the new business park Headingley is not a member of a planning district. Landmark Planning and Design conducted residential supply and demand studies Regional Assets Correctional facilities: 170 capacity maximum security women s institute will be completed in 2012 (Akman Construction, 2011), a 485 capacity security prison Recreational facilities: Thunder Rapids Fun Park, Adrenaline Adventures, the John Blumberg Softball Complex, and both golf courses are all regional recreational facilities Headingley Business Park: opened in 2008 and is located northeast of the hamlet of Headingley (InvestHeadingley. com, 2010). Regional Challenges Planning for the continued growth of Headingley: determining where/if continued development should occur. Flooding continues to be an issue The Cartier Water Co-op, which serves seven municipalities in total, is both a challenge and opportunity for continued correspondence and future collaboration. 11

14 RM of Macdonald Population: 6,280 Land Area: 1,157km 2 Planning District: Macdonald-Ritchot Planning District Features History Incorporated in Represented by a reeve and 7 ward councillors. RM office located in Sanford. Geography Rural farmland is the primary land use. The La Salle River winds through the municipality. Prone to flooding. Economic Activity Agriculture and natural resource industries are the highest employment sectors (Statistics Canada, 2006). Current development plan outlines future business/industrial parks referred to as enterprise centres in Oak Bluff and McGillivray Business Park (Lombard North, 2011). Median family income of Macdonald census is $ (Statistics Canada, 2006). The RM of Macdonald offers no business tax. Member of Community Futures Triple R, a community economic development corporation of Southern Manitoba Municipalities (Triple R, 2011). Settlement Composition Urban centres: La Salle, Oak Bluff, Sanford and Starbuck. Rural centres: Domain and Brunkild. Total private dwellings: 1878 (Statistics Canada, 2006). Population density: 5.4km % of dwelling units are single detached homes (Statistics Canada, 2006) La Salle is the most populated urban centre in Macdonald at approximately 1400 residents (RM of Macdonald) Infrastructure Services Drinking water drawn from the La Salle River dam reservoir. Water is treated at the Sanford treatment plant by chlorination and UV treatments (RM of Macdonald). Municipal waste disposal sites are located in Sanford and Starbuck (RM of Macdonald), but no pick-up service. 12

15 Recyclables are accepted free of charge at municipal waste disposal sites and pick-up is provided in urban centres. Low pressure sewer and gravity systems and sewage lagoons are used throughout Macdonald (Raine, 2012). The municipality provides an annual septic tank pumping service for locations connected to low pressure sewer (Raine, 2012). Development Activity Development Plan: A Framework for Sustainable Development to 2030 Effective September 7, 2011 Develop urban centres into complete communities (Lombard North, 2011) Promote compact development (Lombard North, 2011,p.6) Protect agricultural and natural resource land (Lombard North, 2011, p.6) Promote collaboration in capital region planning efforts (Lombard North, 2011) Maintains an overall goal of improving regional sustainability Previous Development Plan: The Macdonald-Ritchot Planning District Development Plan (January, 2003) Other Relevant Planning documents: La Salle River Integrated Watershed Management Plan (Draft, 2010) Partnering RM s: Cartier, Grey, Portage La Prairie, Ritchot, Macdonald, South Norfolk Regional Assets A member of the Macdonald-Headingley Recreation District that provides recreational programming and resources on a regional scale (MHRD, 2012) Envisioned commercial and industrial development is supported by proximity to Winnipeg (RM of Macdonald) Roadway access provided by highways #3, #2, provincial road 330 and perimeter highway #101 (RM of Macdonald) Has access to major railroad lines (RM of Macdonald) Regional Challenges Flood preparation, mitigation and adaptation Ensuring water quality given intensive agricultural activity Ensuring adequate water supply Ensuring smart urban growth to preserve agricultural land base 13

16 RM of Ritchot Population: 5,478 Land Area: 334km 2 Planning District: Macdonald-Ritchot Planning District Features History Incorporated in 1890 (RM of Ritchot website). The RM is represented by a mayor and 4 councillors. RM office located in Ste. Adolphe. Geography Located along the Red River, south of Winnipeg. The area is dominated by the Red River Valley, low lying land in a floodplain and rolling first step setting. Economic Activity Retail & services are the largest employment sectors. Industrial, business and retail services are all provided within the region. Construction is another key component of the region, as well as manufacturing and agriculture (Statistics Canada, 2010). Enterprise Centre: Ste. Agathe, Maindu / Grande Pointe (Lombard North Group, August 2011). Settlement Composition The majority of the population resides in the four urban centres of: St. Adolphe, Ste. Agathe, Île-des-Chènes, Grande Pointe (RM of Ritchot website). Traditional river lot settlement pattern. Standard mile section farm lots are located outside of the urban centres. Dwellings are almost entirely single family detached located in and around the urban centres (City Data, 2010). There are dikes that surround each of the urban centres (RM of Ritchot website). 14

17 Infrastructure Services The community s landfill is located south of Leclaire Road, north of Twin Creek Road (RM of Ritchot website). Has both garbage and recycling curbside pickup (RM of Ritchot website). The RM has a water treatment plant, three utility pump houses and two well sites. (RM of Ritchot website). Development Activity Development Plan: Priority in the plan is for flood mitigation, Dikes, Pumps, Enterprise Centers and planning regionally in the future. No secondary plan yet. Regional Assets Duff Roblin park is getting redeveloped (Manitoba Conservation, 2009). Provincial Highways PTH 59, PTH 75, and PR 200 are major transportation corridors. Regional Challenges Flooding is the primary concern for the community (RM of Ritchot website). 15

18 RM of Rockwood Population: 7,964 Land Area: 1,200km 2 Planning District: South Interlake Planning District Features History Rockwood was incorporated in Municipal offices are located in Stonewall. Geography The RM of Rockwood is located about 16 km north of the Perimeter Highway. Low soil drainages are distributed in the northeast of Rockwood and the entire terrain is flat and low slope. Marsh and organic soils are found in the northeast of Rockwood. The RM of Rockwood is the largest municipality in the Capital Region. 55% of land in Rockwood is used for agriculture. Economic Activity Until the 1960s, the main industry of the Municipality and Stonewall was limestone quarries, and Rockwood still has several active quarry operations. The main industries of Rockwood are agriculture and other resource-based industries (14.4%), business services (18.8%), and other services (18.9%). The main occupations of Rockwood are trades (22.2%), sales and service (18.1%), and business (16.4%) (Statistics Canada, 2006). 77.8% of the employed population works outside the municipality. Median income and housing prices in Rockwood are above the Manitoba average. Settlement Composition The RM of Rockwood incorporates six urban centres: Argyle, Balmoral, Gunton, Komarno, Grosse Isle, and Stony Mountain. Total private dwellings in Rockwood are 2, % of the main dwellings are single-detached homes (Statistics Canada, 2006). 16

19 Infrastructure Services Balmoral, Gunton, Grosse Isle, and Stony Mountain are connected to a municipal sewage & water utility system. The area has two waste transfer stations (Windfield Road and Balmoral) and three waste disposal grounds (Teulon, Komarno, and Argyle). The RM of Rockwood is involved in the Interlake Development Corporation. The RM of Rockwood has agreements regarding a sewage lagoon with the Town of Stonewall. Development Activity Development Plan: South Interlake Planning District Development Plan: The RM of Rockwood cooperates with the RM of Rosser, the Towns of Teulon and Stonewall. The South Interlake Planning District was formed in February Management Plan: Netley-Grassmere Integrated Watershed Management Plan. The RM of Rockwood is involved in East Interlake Conservation District (EICD). The goals are to improve and to protect the quality of water, and to maintain a healthy watershed. Rockwood has partnership with province of Manitoba and the RM of Armstrong to alleviate flooding concerns along the Chic Canal. RM of Rockwood, Community of Gunton, Water Distribution and Sewer Collection System. (Federal Gov t Partnership). Regional water supply and distribution system. Regional Assets Biodiversity such as Oak Hammock Marsh and beds of limestone. High quality deposits of limestone which is critical to supplying building material to the Capital Region. Heritage resources such as the Prime Meridian Trail in Grosse Isle and the Canadian Pacific Railway (1898) in Balmoral. Regional Challenges Drainage and flooding problems. High water levels in Crescent Lake. Challenges with water crossing municipal boundaries. 17

20 RM of Rosser Population: 1,352 Land Area: 441km 2 Planning District: South Interlake Planning District Features History Incorporated in The RM is represented by a reeve and 4 councillors. RM office located in Rosser. Geography Located adjacent to and northwest of the City of Winnipeg. A large portion of the region (418.65km 2 )is agriculture. Much of the natural vegetation has been cleared to make use of agricultural soil covering most of the region. Bedrock has limestone and dolostone (fresh water aquifers) as well as other aggregate mineral potential. Economic Activity Many residents are employed in agriculture: dairy, grains and cattle. Other large industries include transportation and equipment sales and services. BFI Prairie Green landfill disposal grounds. Manitoba Hydro Dorsey Converter Station. Settlement Composition Mainly agricultural land and unincorporated communities. Rural centres: Rosser, Meadows, Grosse Isle, Marquette. Smaller communities: Bergen, Gordon, Lilyfield, Meadows and Moore. Crown land: Grants Lake Wildlife Management Area. Centreport Canada Area: km2 (9.97%) of Rosser s total land area; population estimate: 213 (15.62%) (Centreport Canada, 2010) Population density: 3.1 per km2 (Statistics Canada, 2011) Total dwellings: 450 (Statistics Canada, 2011) Infrastructure Services Regional waterlines in some areas, community wells in others. Private sewer disposal systems, no municipal sewer service. Rosser-Rockwood Wastewater Treatment Lagoon. BFI Prairie Green Disposal Centre. 18

21 Development Activity Development Plan: South Interlake Planning District Development Plan 2010: Includes RM of Rosser, RM of Rockwood, Town of Stonewall and Town of Teulon. Resources: Promotes development, extraction and protection of minerals: water aquifers and aggregate mineral potentials. Protection of agricultural land. Jurisdiction for development plans is split between South Interlake Planning District and City of Winnipeg. Jurisdiction for Zoning and By-laws: Split between RM of Rosser and City of Winnipeg. Provincial Special Planning Area : Centreport. RM has a representative on Centreport s board of directors. Unique tax sharing agreements (TIF) service agreements (water & wastewater servicing/extension plan). Commercial subdivision has been approved on PTH 7. Applications for quarry developments: applications have been declined due to concerns of negative impact on the environment and quality of life (RM of Rosser website). Regional Assets Centreport: 54% of Centreport land is in Rosser (Centreport Canada, 2011). Provincial Highways and Centreport Canada Way (Provincial-Federal funded). Grants Lake Wildlife Management Areas. Resources: ground water natural aquifers (local and regional importance) and limestone and aggregate minerals. BFI Prairie Green Disposal grounds. Regional Challenges Balance agricultural land, environmental concerns and rural lifestyles with new industrial and commercial development (specifically Centreport and quarry development requests). 19

22 RM of Springfield Population: 14,069 Land Area: 1,100km 2 Planning District: N/A Features History Incorporated in Represented by reeve and 5 councilors. RM office located in Oakbank. Geography Eastern upland area and central lowland area distinguish the topography and soils of the District. Highest elevation is 304masl. An extensive man-made drainage system services the RM. Economic Activity Agriculture is the dominant land use (60.8%) but employs only 6.9% of residents (Statistics Canada, 2006). Employers: business services 17.5%, other services 21.4%. 17.8% of MB s total horse population (Stats Can Ag, 2006). Higher median household income (Statistics Canada, 2006). Average value of owned dwelling: $208,494 (Statistics Canada Census, 2006). Settlement Composition Largest community is Oak Bank, also fastest growing. Total private dwellings 4601 (Statistics Canada, 2006). Infrastructure Services Three waste transfer stations located in the RM. Deep groundwater aquifers: Moosenose & Birds Hill Water: Oakbank water treatment plant (chlorination only), Dugald re-chlorination station (chlorination only), Anola water treatment plant (RM of Springfield, 2009 Annual water system report) Possible extension of water services in the RM. Oakbank, Dugald and Anola have sewage services; rural lots have septic fields. Residential garbage pickup, disposal to facility in Rosser. 20

23 Development Activity No development plan, Springfield-Zoning By-Law no last amended Feb 3rd Bipole III terminus at Riel Converter Station; part of a $700 million project. Springfield Centre Administration Building: EOC and Springfield Community Recreation Centre. Future development of a smart park business district. Regional Assets Shoal Lake Aqueduct travels through the RM to the Deacon Reservoir and treatment plant, which supplies all Winnipeg drinking water. Trans Canada Highway, Lyncrest Airport (within perimeter highway), CPR mainline. Riel Converter station at Deacon s Corner is the terminus of the new Bipole III hydro project. Birds Hill Provincial Park, hosts the Winnipeg Folk Festival, which attracts 70,000 visitors from across Canada and the United States. Immaculate Conception National Historic Church and Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes. Red River Floodway expansion and recreation plan. Cooks Creek Conservation District; Gunn Road Industrial Park; North Transcona Industrial Park. Regional Challenges Springfield is one of very few RMs that own land within the perimeter highway. Spotted knapweed invasive species identified by BHP as a concern, water issues (Moosenose and BH aquifers). Flooding issues around floodway usage, especially between Hwy 15 and Cooks Creek; drought issues. Potential negative effects of ground electrode at Hazelridge and the Riel Converter Station near Deacon s Corner. Possible jurisdiction issues with its many neighbours: ie. East St. Paul/North Kildonan development, Transcona Industrial parks. 21

24 RM of St. Andrews Population: 11,875 Land Area: 753km 2 Planning District: Selkirk & District Planning Area Features History The RM was incorporated in St. Andrews is represented by a reeve and 6 councilors. RM office is located in Clandeboye. Geography Bordered by the Red River and Lake Winnipeg to the North. Economic Activity St. Andrews regional airport and adjacent business park which employs 150 people (SDPA, 2008). 84% of land is prime agricultural, only 8.4% of residents actually work in the agricultural and resource-gathering sector. The largest number of people are employed in services, business, and in manufacturing (Statistics Canada, 2006). Tourism/recreation at Lake Winnipeg and Lockport. Many residents commute outside the RM to Winnipeg and Selkirk. Settlement Composition Three settlement centres: Lockport, Clandeboye, and Petersfield (SDPA, 2008). Most settlement is in unincorporated areas along the river. Total dwellings: 4,389, 366 of which are seasonal cottages. A significant number of cottages and trailers are located near Petersfield, Netley Marsh, and Lake Winnipeg. Infrastructure Services Sewer lines to be laid in the heavily populated southern portion of the RM of St. Andrews in the General Development Area (SDPA, 2008). No plans for sewage lines in Clandeboye or Petersfield. Water sources are primarily wells. There are three landfills servicing the RM: Dunnottar, near Clandboye, and near St. Andrews Airport. 22

25 Development Activity Development Plan: Selkirk & District Planning Area: Sustainable development, capital regional co-operation, and protection of existing agricultural land uses. Secondary Plan: Lockport Development Plan: Help direct and shape growth of underutilized areas. Most of the growth in this RM is expected to occur within an area outlined as part of the commutershed for Winnipeg, which is everything south of the northernmost boundary of the city of Selkirk (SDPA, 2008). Areas north of the commutershed, including the Petersfield and Clandeboye settlements are expected to grow very slowly (SDPA, 2008). Regional Assets The St. Andrews Airport and business park serves more than just the RM; it relieves Richardson International Airport of having to handle smaller commercial carriers and flight training (St. Andrews Airport, 2011). After the Red River West Wastewater Co-operative with the RM of West St. Paul did not get approved, the RM of St. Andrews is looking to partner with another RM to provide waste water services (RM of St. Andrews, 2011). Shared advertising with the RM of St. Clements and the City of Selkirk. Regional Challenges The low terrain elevations, high groundwater levels, and poor surface drainage near Lake Winnipeg and Netley Marsh mean that Petersfield can easily flood when the Red River swells (Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, 1999). Ice jams on the Red River can create flash floods. The pollution of Lake Winnipeg is a major problem for future sustainability of the lake s ecosystem and it directly impacts t he RM of St. Andrews in terms of the economic benefits it receives from the lake. Soil erosion is a problem near Lake Winnipeg, the Red River, and other smaller bodies of water (SDPA, 2008). 23

26 RM of St. Clements Population: 10,505 Land Area: 729km 2 Planning District: Selkirk & District Planning Area Features History Incorporated in 1883, East Selkirk joined St. Clements is represented by a mayor and 6 councilors The RM office is located in East Selkirk. Geography Bordered by Lake Winnipeg and the Red River. Large portion of plains to the south, with forest and marshlands in the north. The flat terrain and clay soils in the area mean poor drainage in many parts of the municipality. 59% of land used for agriculture (Statistics Canada, 2006). Economic Activity Major employment areas: business services 19%, other services 20%. Tourism (beaches) is a significant source of economic activity. The median income and house prices in St. Clements are above the Manitoba average (Statistics Canada, 2006). Settlement Composition Two rural settlements: East Selkirk and Libau. The City of Selkirk accross the river is the regional centre. Other centres include Grand Marais, Balsam Bay, Beaconia, East Lockport, and Gull Bay. Significant residential development has occurred along the Red River and in East Selkirk. Total dwellings: 3,670. Population density: 13.3 per km2 (Statistics Canada, 2001). Infrastructure Services There are 3 waste transfer stations in the RM, a regional landfill in Libau and mechanical treatment in Lockport. Enhanced recycling options at transfer stations and introduction of curbside pickup are under discussion. Primary water source is ground water; well water is suitable in East Selkirk and parts of the resort area in north. East Selkirk water and sewer project nearing completion; extends water and sewer services in the area. 24

27 Population The Selkirk District Planning Area has posted positive population growth over the past 20 years (SDPA, 2010). The SDPA could grow by over 26,400 by 2021, 12% of the region s projected growth (RM of St. Clements website). Over the last 5 years, the RM of St. Clements has shown a rate of population growth of 1.3% per year (SDPA, 2010). The southern portion of the RM is considered a commutershed for Winnipeg and is projected to grow annually at a rate of 2.42% (SDPA, 2010). Development Activity Development Plan: Selkirk and District Development Plan. Includes St. Andrews, St. Clements, West St. Paul, City of Selkirk, and Village of Dunnottar. Serves as a framework to guide secondary plans, zoning bylaws, and development agreements in the SDPA. Secondary Plans: Several secondary plans are currently under development in the RM. St. Clements has outlined a 4-year plan that sets out the priorities for the municipality: flood prevention, environment, roads & drainage, growth management, economic development, and recreation. St. Clements has the highest number of subdivision approvals and single-family dwelling permits in the SDPA. Regional Assets Regional landfill in Libau. Grand Beach, Birds Hill and Lockport provincial parks. Red River Floodway expansion and recreation plan. Mechanical treatment plant (sewage) in Lockport; St. Andrews lock and dam (Lockport) Regional library and possible heritage museum in Selkirk. Largest inventory of historic sites after Winnipeg. Regional Challenges Challenge of focusing growth in appropriate locations. Competition for services between rural and urban areas. Soils in SDPA are ill suited to on-site waste management. Boil water advisories, septic field failures, flood protection & prevention and erosion. Impacts of agriculture and livestock development. 25

28 RM of St. François Xavier Population: 1,240 Land Area: 205km 2 Planning District: White Horse Plains Planning District Features History Incorporated in Represented by a reeve and four ward coucilors. The RM offices are located in the town of St. François Xavier. Geography The RM of St. François Xavier is located directly north of the Assiniboine River that forms the common boundary with the RM of Cartier. Land adjacent to the river is divided using the river lot system. Economic Activity Economic activity in the RM of St. François Xavier is driven by the agriculture industry. Agriculture combined with business services make up the major areas of employment in the RM (Statistics Canada). St. François Xavier has a lower unemployment rate when compared with the provincial average for the Province of Manitoba. Settlement Composition The unincorporated town of St. François Xavier is the major settlement centre in the RM. There are other smaller settlement areas. There are 385 occupied private dwellings in the RM. According to the White Horse Plains Planning District Development Plan, the town of St. François Xavier will be the focus for most residential and non-resource based land uses. Infrastructure Services St. François Xavier is serviced by the Cartier Regional Water Co-op. There are sewage lagoon and dump sites in the RM. Provincial Trunk Highway 26 is the major transportation link in the RM. 26

29 Population St. François Xavier is experienceing a rapid state of population growth. Since 1991, the population has grown by 21.0% Development Activity Planning District Plan: White Horse Plains Planning District Development Plan was Adopted April, Incorporates both the RM of Cartier and the RM of St. François Xavier. Aligned closely with the Manitoba Planning Act. Sets out basic planning directions and processes. Development to be focused in settlement centres. Prepared by MB Dept. of Local Government & Landmark Planning/Design Secondary Plan: St. François Xavier Settlement Centre Comprehensive plan for town site of St. François Xavier. Prepared by MMM Group (2010) MPPI award winnipeg secondary plan. Regional Assets Comprehensive plan for town site of St. François Xavier. White Horse Plains Planning District Office located in the town of St. François Xavier. The Assiniboine River is an important natural regional feature. Dikes along the north bank of the Assiniboine River prevent flooding through the RM. Part of the La Salle Redboine Conservation District (MB Water Stewardship). Regional Challenges The Headingly Bypass process has frozen development at the intersection of Hwy. 26 and Hwy. 1. This area has a number of planning ideas that cannot be implemented until the province makes a decision about this project. Threats from flooding of the Assiniboine River. Planning for increased growth rates when compared with other RM s and communities within the capital region. 27

30 RM of Taché Population: 10,284 Land Area: 582km 2 Planning District: N/A Features History The Rural Municipality of Taché was incorporated in Represented by a mayor and 6 councilors. Municipal offices are located in Lorette. Geography Located along HWY 1, the RM of Taché is situated 61km south-east of Winnipeg. Adjacent to the Red River Floodway. The RM of Taché falls within the Seine River Watershed. Two distinct geographical areas. Central lowland area: characterized by high quality, class 1/2 soils suitable for a wide range of agricultural uses. Southeastern lake terrace area is characterized by a variety of soil types, quality and cover. Economic Activity Agriculture is the dominant land use in the RM. The resource character and historical development has resulted in an intermixture of farming, intensive livestock and dairy production, forage cropping, aggregate extraction, peat soil removal and residential development. Agriculture together with other resource-based industries employ 8 % of the population. Other industries are as follows: Business services 15%, other services 19%, manufacturing 14%, healthcare 10%, retail trade 10%, construction 11%, educational services 8%, wholesale trade 3%, finance and real estate 3%. (Statistics Canada Census, 2006). In 2006 there was a serious fire at an intensive live-stock facility in Taché, resulting in 5 million dollars in damage and the loss of 5,500 hogs. 28

31 Settlement Composition Major urban settlements are Landmark and Village of Lorette. Smaller urban centres are Dufresne, St. Geneviève, Ross, Linden and Oak Island. Infrastructure Services According to the 2000 Development Plan, Lorette is growing rapidly and needs a new sewage lagoon. Landmark garbage pick-up provided by Pak-Man disposals on a weekly basis. Major public works department in Lorette. Development Activity 2 acre lots for sale in Lorette. Water splash pad approved to be built in the RM of Taché. Dillon consulting completed a Recreation Needs Study in Regional Assets The RM of Taché has two landfill sites, one in Monominto and the other is south of Lorette. 2 acre lots for sale in Lorette. 3 fire halls are located within the RM. Regional Challenges Conservation of high quality agricultural land (from development, residential and otherwise). Taché is located on the floodway plains. 29

32 RM of West St. Paul Population: 4,932 Land Area: 88km 2 Planning District: Selkirk & District Planning Area Features History Incorporated in Followed the earlier RM of St. Paul which was established in Represented by a mayor and 4 councillors. RM office located in Middlechurch. Geography Located immediately north of Winnipeg. The boundary with East St. Paul is formed by the Red River and Grassmere Creek which flows from west to east, joining the Red River at Middlechurch. There are forested areas along the Red River but the majority of the municipality is prairie. Second-smallest municipality in the Capital Region of which 62.8 km2 is farmland. Economic Activity Agriculture is the dominant land use, however, there are only 26 farms and 40 operators. Concentration of 7 cemeteries and memorial manufacturing. West St. Paul Industrial Park under development off McPhillips Street just south of the Perimeter Highway. Middlechurch Seniors Home is the largest single employer in the RM. Buhler Manufacturing and Mulder Construction are significant employers. 72% of workforce commutes to Winnipeg (StatsCan, 2006). Average income is $72,912 vs. Manitoba median $47,875. Average house prices is $247,494 vs. Manitoba median. Unemployment is 1.6%. Settlement Composition Population and development is concentrated along Main St. between the CPR line and the Red River. Includes the older settlement centres of Middlechurch and Rivercrest as well as the more recent residential developments of Riverdale, Lister Rapids, and River s Edge. Total Dwellings: 1,469 (Statistics Canada, 2006). 30

33 Density: 49.7 people/km2 (Statistics Canada, 2006). Infrastructure Services Water from individual wells. Community sewage treatment plants in suburban residential developments discharged to Red River. Septic fields in rural areas. Weekly curbside garbage and recycling pickup. Solid waste transported to BFI facility in Rosser. Development Activity Selkirk and District Planning Area plan (2010): part of the Red River northern corridor along with the RMs of St. Andrews and St. Clements and the City of Selkirk. Secondary Plan: Middlechurch Development Plan (RM of West St. Paul, 2010): Residential development is to occur mostly in the suburban communities between Main Street and the Red River and along the southern border with the City of Winnipeg. A small amount of large-lot rural development is permitted in two designated areas. Commercial and mixed-use development is focused along Main Street. Major commercial development proposed for the southwest corner of the Main Street & Perimeter Highway interchange. Secondary Plan: West St. Paul Employment Lands (Lombard North, 2011): Focal point for industrial development southwest of the McPhillips Street & Perimeter Highway interchange. Has begun to develop over the past decade. Regional Assets Major Highways: Perimeter Highway (PTH 101), Main Street (PTH 9), McPhillips Street (PTH 8). Middlechurch Seniors Home Sunova Recreation Centre. North Perimeter Park boat launch. Regional Challenges Sustainable land use and development is a priority for the Selkirk & District Planning Area. Flooding, especially resulting from ice jams on the Red River as with the 2009 spring flood. 31

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