The Corporation of the Town of Orangeville
Council Chambers
87 Broadway
Orangeville
Ontario
Agenda
Special Council Meeting
March 27, 2015 – 4:00 p.m.
1
Call to Order
2
Disclosures of (Direct or Indirect) Pecuniary Interest
3
Approval of Agenda
4
Reports
4.1
Bravery Park Monument Grant Fulfillment (MO-2015-01) (C11)
A report from Mayor J. Williams, and Mr. E. Brennan, Acting CAO, dated March 26,
2015.
Recommendation:
That report MO-2015-01, dated March 26, 2015, with respect to the Veterans
Affairs Monument Grant, be received;
And that Council authorize staff to proceed with a work order for the statue to
be made by Icon Bronze Inc. in order to secure the grant funds, and that the
Mayor sign any required documents to facilitate work to commence on the
bronze statue;
And that Treasury be instructed to release $11,554.57 in Bravery Park donation
funds for this purpose along with required Development Charges funds and
$45,000 in Veterans Affairs grant funds;
And that this is done before the grant expiry deadline of March 31, 2015.
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Adjournment
Information
To: Members of Council
From: Jeremy D Williams, Mayor and Ed Brennan, Acting CAO
Date:
March 26, 2015
Report: MO-2015-1
Subject:
Bravery Park Monument Grant Fulfillment
Purpose
The purpose of this report is to ensure funds allocated to the town from the Veteranʼs
Affairsʼ Memorial Grant program are not lost due to the grant program ending March 31,
2015 and to provide related information.
Background and Discussion
In December 2012, the Bravery park committee applied for and successfully won a
Veteranʼs Affairsʼ Memorial Monument grant. It was envisioned that funds would be
raised sufficient to build the proposed park in its entirety before the Veteranʼs Affairsʼ
grantʼs time limit would expire. Substantial money has been raised by Bravery Park, but
not enough to complete the entire park at this time.
The Veteranʼs Affairs grant expires March 31st. 2015. In order for the town to use the
grant money, the bronze statueʼs production order must commence before the grant
expires. The grant is based on the statue design, and a report showing the design was
received by council in 2012. The statue is based on a Canadian soldier at rest being
offered a butterfly by two children. The butterfly is a symbol of peace. The statue is
meant to represent the strength and resolve of our soldiers while retaining the caring
humane side that is uniquely Canadian.
The artistʼs original proposal for production of the statues was prohibitively expensive,
so quotes from several outside sources were sought. The making of life size bronze
statues is highly specialized with a limited number of companies able to produce this.
Several quotes were obtained as outlined below. Icon Bronze has lowered their initial
fee from $58,000 to $48,000 after further negotiations with our Mayor. Icon Bronze has
been working with staff to meet the grant deadlines and requirements. They specialize
in life size bronze statues, in particular military themed statues, with a high production
rate allowing reduced production costs.
Company...................................................Quote.........CDN$, freight, tax
$58,000.00 $48,000.00....................$75,520.00
Icon Bronze, Utah.........
Pascoe, Grand Valley .....................$280,302.15..................$280,302.15
LargeArt, Baltimore ...........................$86,500.00..................$122,072.50
ArtCast, Georgetown.........................$95,000.00..................$108.350.00
Based on the quotations received and the portfolio of work from Icon Bronze is
recommended. Quoted prices do not include shipping, taxes or applicable exchange
rates. The total cost of the statue in Canadian dollars is $75,520.00 which includes
estimated shipping, GST, U.S. exchange rate and brokerage fee. The item is duty and
tariff exempt.
Financial Impact
The Financial impact to the town would be the loss of $45,000 should the town not
proceed with implementing the requirements of the grant, as the the grant program has
come to an end with no new program planned.
Should council authorize using the approved grant funds, $11,554.57 in donation funds
presently held by treasury would be used in addition to $5,000 from the Bravery Park
committee with any shortfall made up with DC park reserve funds in addition to the
$45,000 in grant money.
Vision and Values
The preparation of this report supports the objective of spending taxpayersʼ money
wisely and responsibly by using available grant programs.
Recommendation
That this report MO-2015-1, dated March 25, 2015, with respect to the Veteranʼs
Affairsʼ Monument Grant be received;
Council authorize staff to proceed with a work order for the statue to be made by
Icon Bronze Inc. in order to secure the grant funds, and that the Mayor sign any
required documents to facilitate work to commence on the bronze statue;
Treasury be instructed to release $11,554.57 in Bravery Park donation funds for
this purpose along with required DC funds and $45,000 in Veteransʼ Affairsʼ grant
funds;
That this is done before the grant expiry deadline of March 31st. 2015.
Respectfully submitted and prepared by,
Jeremy D Williams
Mayor
Ed Brennan
Acting CAO
Status Report
For General Release
Bravery Park
May 12 2014
Contact Info
Councillor Jeremy Williams
1 888 407-0727
[email protected]
Report
Under direction from Orangeville Town Council, I’ve been honoured to assist the Bravery park
committee with their project. I’m happy to present you with this brief report and update. I hope
that it provides you with a clearer picture of the project and its progress so far.
Councillor Jeremy Williams
1 888 407-0727
[email protected]
Background
Valerie McGrady first approached the Town of Orangeville in 2010 with the idea of having a
Bravery Park to honour all who have, or are still, serving in our armed forces. Council agreed to
support this project and use the south half of Mill Creek park. Additionally, Orangeville Hydro
has been working toward eventual use of their lot that sits beside the park as additional park
land, which will double the size of it. They are currently in the process of rehabilitating the land
for this purpose.
November 2013 update
Bravery park has had the following fund raisers:
•Orangeville Market stall with draw for donated merchandise
•Founders Day information booth with draw for donated merchandise
•Golf tournament in Ancaster raising
•Cash donation from members of Canadian Armed Forces Petawawa
•Dancing with the OPP stars (donation of Defibrillator to Tweedsmuir church)
The following companies have either donated time and materials, or have pledged it:
•RotoMill
•Chris Eckland Graphics (Canadian Heros) $4,000.00
•Home Depot
•Horticulturist/Landscape Architect Peter Prakke
•Don Cullen Surveyor
•And others
•Dickinson and Hicks Architect
•Sign Needs
Succesful grant applications:
•Veterans Affairs Canada $50.000.00
The following grant applications are waiting on final processing and review:
•Trillium Grant $125,000.00* (partnering with Kinsmen Club)
Promotion
•http://www.BraveryPark.com launched to help spread the word, and provide a means of online
donation.
The Vision
The intent of Bravery Park is to honour the bravery of
all those who served , or are still serving in our military.
It recognizes the huge contribution all men and
women of the armed forces have made, in particular
their bravery in the face of danger.
Bravery park is to be not just a place of
rememb rance, but also a place of quiet reflection and
contemplation. The calm after the storm . We want this
park to be more than a war memorial , we want it be
somew here veterans and current members of the
forces can come, knowing it is for them . To fee l
solace, comfort and quiet peace. The setting of the
park, next to mill creek, is tranqu il and welcomes
reflection . This is a large facet of the park's concept.
The inspiration for the park came f rom Orangeville's
Valerie McGrady, a Mom who tragically lost her son
Cpl Matthew McCully in the Afghanistan conflict.
However the park is not for one man, or even a small
segment of the military, it is for everyone touched by
our force's bravery. It will be a place for the fam ily
members of our forces to come and see a tangible
and caring link to the community around them . It will
serve to show them that the citizens of Orangeville
greatly appreciate not just the sacrifice of our forces ,
but also the forces family members, who themselves
are at times greatly burdened . With approval of this
federal grant, all Canadians can be part of the ranks
that support this project.
The Objective
Orangeville is taking on
the task of making the
first Bravery Park in
Canada to honour the
courage of the men and
women in the Canadian
Forces. This park will
have a military theme – a
new playground piece
with military colours, a
fountain with a shroud, a
labrynth, a small gazebo
and the most important –
a monument. All picnic
tables and benches will
have a theme from each
war Canada was in.
This monument is part of
phase one, to commemorate our soldiers, be a sign of affection, a tribute to personal loss and a lasting remembrance. The gift that
our soldiers have given to their country needs to be remembered and one way is through the construction of a
memorial.
This statue will show the humanitarian side of war that Canadian soldiers are renown for.
The statue is of a soldier kneeling, talking to an Afghan girl and boy. He will be in Arab garb to recognize
Canada’s most recent war. This statue will represent life and hope – not sadness. In this war, the UN asked
Canada to help stop the brutal oppression of the Taliban. The Canadian Forces have built many schools,
medical clinics, wells, bridges and roads in Afghanistan. The children are the victims in a war zone. Canada is
there to help a very persecuted people who are impoverished, less educated, live with oppression, fear and
lack of freedom. The children are caught up in the conflict and the goal is to leave Afghanistan better
governed, more peaceful, more secure. There will be a plaque with 8 – 10 lines about bravery, written by
Captain Ray Wiss who served 2 tours in Afghanistan as an emergency physician.
This monument will serve as a national symbol of achievement and sacrifice.
It is to honour ALL soldiers – those still serving, the injured, those with PTSD, our veterans and those who
have died.
It will be constructed in part with funds from private individuals, local businesses, charitable organizations and
civic authorities - a collective effort in funding.
Artist’s statement
The significance of the proposed Statue for
Bravery Park is based on a positive future for
our world and our relationship with other
cultures and countries.
The model representing a Canadian Soldier in
full gear, kneeling in front of two Afghan
children, who are offering him a butterfly,
symbolizes Peace, Change, and Trust. The
final life size statue will be in bronze on a stone
or bronze base, located in Bravery Park,
Orangeville, Ontario.
To break down the individual figures as to their
significance is as follows:
Kneeling Canadian Soldier: The Canadian
Soldier, in full combat gear, shows a level of
authority. Kneeling demonstrates courtesy and
respect; the soft power of the soldier meeting
eye to eye with the children (because they are
children, are in a position of weakness)
captures a sensitive moment of interaction with
our Canadian Soldier. (as on a level playing
field). The kindness in the soldiers face shows
his compassion for the children.
Young Afghani Children in traditional dress: The Afghan Children
in return, offer a gift to the soldier is an act of trust and hope of peace
for their future. As with children everywhere, they represent the
future, the innocence of life, purity of childhood and our hopes for
world peace, at large.
Butterfly Gift:The Butterfly represents Rebirth and New beginnings
brought about by Change, Transformation, in Purity, and Wisdom; All
things that we, as humans, value. The offering of the Butterfly by the
Children, indicate that they too value these gifts and want to share
them with the Soldier.
The bigger picture represents the gift of metamorphosis in the world;
and in wisdom, recognizing the changes, embracing and celebrating
our differences as well as our similarities.
Donna Pascoe, Artist, Bravery Park Statue
AMARANTH LIONS CLUB
of O rangeville and Area
October 22, 20 12.
To Whom It May Concern,
This letter is being written in support of the proposed Bravery Park in the town of Orangeville, Ontario. This project offers many positive outcomes for the town. Not only does it provide a peaceful place for reflection for those brave soldiers who served and continue to serve our country but also a place in which their families can gather and reflect. Th rough the creation of Bravery Park, an existing green space, that is in need of repair, is being rehabilitated and rejuvenated . The plans for the park include a monument of courage, a fountain of hope and despair, a multi use gazebo, gardens and a children's play centre. These multi-faceted features will d raw residents to the park for a variety of purposes and become a peacefu l gathering place. The Amaranth Lions Club strongly supports Bravery Park, the first of its kind in Canada. Sincerely, Lion Bruce Blears, President, Amaranth Lions C lub 9-75 Rrst Sueet
Suite# 259
Orangeville, ON
L9W 586
E-mail:
[email protected]
Website:
amaranthlionsclub.com
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The elements of Future, Present and Past are echoed in the three main supports. The speed
of the three water facets, fast flowing, reflective/still and dripping/draining away, symbolize
these three phases of time. In particular the 'present' top water surface is still and is meant to
reflect the trees, sun and sky of the present day, reinforcing the concept of ' present'. The
viewer sees the present in its exact form from that reflection. The speed of the 'future' water
speaks to the ever flowing nature of time that no man can stop. The lowest level of the
fountain has a form, just recognizable as a shroud covered body of no particular age or
gender. It serves to honour not just those lost, but of all loss experienced by the viewer such
as missed opportunities brought on by service to country (A daughter not sharing time with a
father away serving our country) .