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Home My WebLink About11/28/2005 DATE: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28,2005 TIME: 7:00 P,M. PLACE: COUNCIL CHAMBERS (;LarJpgtnn PRAYERS ROLL CALL DISCLOSURES 01" PECUNIARY INTEREST MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Minutes of a meeting of Council held on November 14, 2005 PUBLIC MEETING A public meeting is being held to consider the passage of a by-law to stop up and close a portion of an unopen road allowance situated in Lot 28, Concession 2, in the former Village of Newcastle, now in the Municipality of Clarington DELEGATION a) Alex Ruth, Chair, Kawartha Conservation - 2005 Activities and 2006 Budget b) Suzanne Elston - Durham Environmental Achievement Awards c) Claudette Moreau - Item #4 of Report #1 (Report PSD-135-05) COMMUNICATIONS Receive for Information I - 1 Wioletta Walancik, Special Events Coordinator, Friends of Second Marsh _ 2004/2005 Leading Member Award 1-2 Kawartha Conservation - Proposed Regulation of Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses for Kawartha Region Conservation Authority CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE. ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T (905) 623-3379 Council Agenda - 2- November 28, 2005 I - 3 Karen Monaghan, Lakeridge Health - Dr. Robert Lake I - 4 Marolyn Morrison, Mayor, Town of Caledon - Inaugural Progress Report for 2004-2005 I - 5 Carol Grylls, Committee Secretary, Regional Municipality of Durham - Employment Land Needs Analysis I - 6 Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee meeting dated October 18, 2005 I - 7 Richard St~henson, Chair, Assessment Review Board - 2004-2005 Annual Report I - 8 Minutes of the Santa Claus Parade Committee meeting dated October 24, 2005 I - 9 Minutes of the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting dated October 13, 2005 I -10 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham - Alternative Source of Fuel I - 11 The Cores hell Group - Community Conservations Summary Report, A Dialogue with the Ontario Trillium Foundation 1-12 Deborah Lay, Public Health Nutritionist, Durham Region - Food Wellness Newsletter I - 13 Brad Brown, Project Manager, TransCanada - Bowmanville Compressor Station Site I - 14 Andy Koopmans, Executive Director, Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasures of Ontario - Ml!nicipal Elections Act I - 15 Minutes of the Clarington Museums and Archives Board meeting dated November 9, 2005 I - 16 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated November 15, 2005 I - 17 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham - Report of the Experts Panel on Sound-Sorb I - 18 L.J. Dickson, Councillor Ward 2, Town of Ajax - "Talking Trash" 1_ 19 Jack Gibbons, Chair, Ontario Clean Air Alliance -Increasing Productivity and Moving Towards a Renewable Future: A New Electricity Strategy for Ontario 1-20 Martha A. Pettit, Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk, Town of Ajax- Heritage Property Tax Rebate Program Council Agenda -3- November 28, 2005 Receive for Direction D -1 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham - Regional Slow Moving Vehicle Signage Program D - 2 Diane Lloyd, Chairperson of the Board, Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board - Request for Sidewalks D - 3 Valerie Thom, Pitch-In Ontario - Pitch-In Week D - 4 John Connolly, Director, Partnerships Division, Community Development and p;artnerships Directorate, Social Development Canada - 2006 Therese Casgrain Volunteer Award D - 5 Judith Fowler, Area Manager, Durham Region Chapter, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario - Heart Month D - 6 Jack Higgins, Chairman, Sponsorship Committee, 172 Squadron Clarington "OSPREY", Royal Canadian Air Cadets - Requesting Assistance D - 7 Jennifer Cooke, Communication and Marketing Officer - CP Holiday Train Event D - 8 Paul Sutherland, Consultant, on behalf of the Dairy, Egg and Poultry Farmers of Ontario - Preservation of Supply Management MOTION NOTICE OF MOTION REPORTS 1. General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of November 21, 2005 2. Confidential Report EGD-044-05 - Property Matter UNFINISHED BUSINESS OTHER BUSINESS a) Regional Update b) Boards and Committees Update Council Agenda - 4 - BY-LAWS BY-LAW TO APPROVE ALL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT November 28, 2005 ,....Jl(lglon Council Meeting Minutes November 14, 2005 Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on November 14, 2005, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Councillor Schell led the meeting in prayer. ROLL CALL Present Were: Also Present: Mayor J. Mutton Councillor A. Foster Councillor D. MacArthur Councillor P. Pingle Councillor G. Robinson Councillor J. Schell Councillor C. Trim Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella Director of Community Services, J. Caruana (attended until 7:40 p.m.) Director of Planning Services, D, Crome (attended until 7:40 p.m.) Solicitor, D. Hefferon Operations Department, Parks Supervisor, B. Genosko (attended until 7:40 p.m.) Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano (attended until 7:40 p.m.) Director of Finance/Treasurer, N. Taylor (attended until 7:40 p,m.) Director of Emergency Services, G. Weir (attended until 7:40 p.m.) Administrative Assistant to the Clerk, H. Keyzers (attended until 7:40 p.m.) Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Councillor Pingle stated a pecuniary interest during the "closed" portion of the meeting. MINUTES Resolution #C-490-05 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on October 24, 2005, be approved. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes -2- November 14, 2005 DELEGATIONS Glenda Gies appeared before Council regarding Correspondence Item D - 6 and Addendum to Report EGD-050-04, Ms, Gies stated that she is appearing before Council tonight to maintain an open dialogue with Council. In general, she understands the municipality's interests in achieving a waterfront park and would like to work together with the municipality to achieve the goal. She agrees with the relocation of the parking lot to the west side of Port Darlington Road; this will keep the residential area clear. The Port Darlington Harbour Company's remaining land on the east side of the marsh is a mixed use and she notes that she does not know how this will impact the park. Staff's report indicated a proposed volleyball area on the west side which she i:"~!cated could draw a fair number of people. Ms. Gies stated that West Beach Road is not capable of carrying a large amount of traffic and that there is not enough parking. She also reminded Council that there are no sanitary sewers on the west side to accommodate washroom facilities. Ms. Gies requested Council to ensure that regular opportunities for discussions occur with the community. PUBLIC MEETING A public meeting was held to consider the passage of the by-law to stop up and close portions of the unopened road allowance between Lot 12 and Lot 13, Broken Front Concession, former Town of Bowmanville. No one spoke in opposition to or in support of this road closure. COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-491-05 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the communications to be received for information be approved as per the agenda, with the exception of Item 1- 1,1-10,1- 12, 1-14, 1- 21 and I - 25. "CARRIED" 1- 2 C06.CE Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority meeting dated October 18, 2005. -3. Council Meeting Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-3 C10.MO 1-4 SOO.GE 1-5 E06.GE 1-6 C06.KA 1-7 C06.SA 1-8 A01.AM 1-9 F22.GE November 14, 2005 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, writing to The Right Honourable Paul Martin, Prime Minister and The Honourable Dalton McGunity, Premier and President of the Council, advising that the Region of Durham on October 19, 2005, passed the following resolution: "a) THAT the Province of Ontario be requested to pass or amend legislation to limit liability on municipal, provincial, federal and privately owned lands where trail systems are established; b) THAT the Federal Government be requested to pass or amend legislation to limit liability on unopened railway lines and to agree -- to maintain any fencing required along these railways lines; and c) THAT the above recommendations be forwarded to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the local municipalities for their information." Lakeridge Health, advising that they join other hospitals across the GTN905 in calling upon the Ontario Ministry of Health to improve local access to hospital services across the GTN905 by endorsing the recommendations contained in "Places for Care: A Roadmap For Better Hospital Care Close To Home For GTN905 Residents". Veridian Corporation, advising Council that Veridian staff have traveled to the Miami area to assist with power restoration efforts in south Florida to help them recover from the effects of Hurricane Wilma. Minutes of the Kawartha Conservation meeting dated July 27, 2005. Minutes of the Santa Claus Parade meeting dated October 11, 2005. Roger Anderson, President, Association Municipalities of Ontario, providing Council with copies of flyers entitled "Ontario's $3 Billion Provincial Municipal Fiscal Gap... Needs a Solution." Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), advising Council that MPAC will work with the Ombudsman's Office during its investigation to deal with any issues or concerns about the assessment process. MPAC officials met representatives of the Omburdsman's office on a number of occasions last June to answer questions about how MPAC ensures that past re-evaluations of assessment are carried forward and reflected in current values. Council Meeting Minutes -4. November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS I - 11 C10.MO I - 13 C10.MO 1- 15 SOO.GE 1-16 P16.GE 1- 17 P03.GE 1- 18 SOO.GE P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on October 19, 2005, passed the following resolution regarding the Arterial Corridor Guidelines Study: "a) THAT Report #2005-J-24 of the Commissioners of Planning and Works be received for information; and b ) THAT a copy of Report #2005-J-24 of the Commissioners of Planning and Works be forwarded to the eight area municipalities of Durham." P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on October 19, 2005, passed the following resolution regarding monitoring of growth trends: "a) THAT Report #2005-P-78 of the Commissioner of Planning be received for information; and b ) THAT a copy of Report #2005-P-78 of the Commissioner of Planning be forwarded to the eight area municipalities, the Durham Regional Police Services, the Durham Regional Police Corporate Planning and Development Unit, the District Health Council and the school boards in Durham." Dr. D.L. Reynolds, Associate Medical Officer of Health and Jason Garay, Epidemiologist, Region of Durham, providing Council with a copy of the Snapshot on Vaccine Preventable Diseases. Bernard Moyle, Fire Marshal of Ontario and Chairperson, Fire Marshal's Public Fire Safety Council, thanking Council for making the Schools Out...Safely Out! Fire drill an overwhelming success. The Ontario-wide educational fire drill held during Fire Prevention Week 2005 exceeded all expectations with over one million students and teachers taking part from over 2100 schools. Paul Zed, Member of Parliament for Saint John, thanking Council for their recent letter regarding the Nuclear Waste Management Organization draft study report, Lakeridge Health providing Council with a copy of the Report to Members October 2005 newsletter. Council Meeting Minutes -5- November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS 1- 19 SOO.GE 1- 20 SOO.G~ 1- 22 M02.GE 1-23 E06.GE 1-24 M02.GE 1- 26 C06.SA 1- 27 C06.SA GTA/905 Healthcare Alliance, providing Council with a backgrounder regarding "Places for Care: Towards a Health Care Strategy for High Growth Regions". The four regions of the GTA/905 - Durham, Halton, Pell and York are among the fastest growing regions in Ontario and North America. Since 1996 they have welcomed 106,000 residents each and every year. Population growth in the GTA/905 represents half the annual population growth of Ontario. Lakeridge Health, advising Council that the members of the community may have been contacted by a company representing the Healing Hands Busy Book requesting donations to this publication. Lakeridge Health and the Foundations supporting the Oshawa, Whitby, Port Perry and Bowmanville sites have no affiliation with this publication. Mary Tillcock, Run Day Organizer, Terry Fox Run, advising Council that their 25th Anniversary of Terry's Marathon of Hope has raised over $94,000 for cancer research through the efforts of 1765 participants. Ms. Tillcock gives special thanks to the Operations, Engineering and Community Services Departments, and in particular Fred Horvath, Phil Broome, Ron Baker and Skip Crosby. She also thanks the Clarington Firefighters and the Clarington Board of Trade for their support. George Armstrong, Manager of Regulatory Affairs and Key Projects, Veridian Corporation, advising Council that they plan for a major trial of smart meter technology in the community of Sunderland. The pilot program will permit Veridian and its customers to evaluate new meter technology, and will support the future mass deployment of smart meters. The Ontario government has established a target for the installation of 800,000 smart meters by December 2007, followed by the deployment of smart meters for all electricity consumers by December 2010. Sandy Archibald, Chair, Women on Course Committee, thanking Council for their sponsorship of the 2006 Women on Course Event. In addition to raising almost $4000, the tournament provided the opportunity to raise awareness of breast cancer and the importance of early detection. Minutes of the Santa Claus Parade meeting dated September 12, 2005. Minutes of the Santa Claus Parade meeting dated September 26, 2005. Council Meeting Minutes -6. November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-492-05 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item 1-1 be received for information. 1-28 E05,GE 1- 29 T05.HW 1- 30 A04.GE 1-31 F22.GE 1-32 C06.YO I - 1 M02.GE Mark Mattson, President and Waterkeeper, Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, advising Council that Lake Ontario Waterkeeper has concluded their annual beach monitoring program for 2005. Their data suggests that Lake Ontario's beaches need a lot of help if they are going to be open for citizens next summer and they have provided Council with their concerns. Steve Jacobs, Senior Project Manager, URS Canada Inc., advising Council that the Ontario Ministry of Transportation has retained URS C~"da Inc. to undertake a Planning and Preliminary Design Study to examine the future plan for Highway 35 from the junction of Highway 115 northerly to south of Highway 7 in the City of Kawartha Lakes and the Regional Municipality of Durham. This study has determined the ultimate long-term 4-laning vision/strategy for the Highway 35 corridor and the initial strategy to address the need for capacity, safety and operational improvements. Patrick Olive, Commissioner, Economic Development & Tourism Department, Region of Durham, advising that the DurhamYorkRuralUrban Summit will be held on November 29, 2005, at the Mill Run Golf Course in Uxbridge. Debbie Zimmerman, Chair, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, Board of Directors, providing Council with an update on the mailing of 2005 Assessment Notices to Ontario property owners and to assure Council that they are committed to working with the Office of the Ombudsman in his investigation. Minutes of the Clarington Youth Advisory Committee meeting dated October 19, 2005. Sheila Hall, Membership Services, Clarington Board of Trade, advising Council that they will be making a $300.00 donation to the Bowmanville Memorial Hospital on behalf of Mayor Mutton as a result of his Annual Address to the Board of Trade. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes -7- November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS 1-10 Tim Jones, Mayor, Town of Aurora, providing a copy of a book called "Building Character: A Community's Success Story." York Region is the first municipality in Canada to introduce character living to its communities, and this book has been published based on the success of that initiative. Resolution #C-493-05 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Corresporldence Item 1- 10 be received for information. "CARRIED" 1-12 C10.MO P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on October 19, 2005, passed the following resolution regarding the management of abandoned aggregate properties: "a) THAT Report #2005-P-77 of the Commissioner of Planning be received for information; and b) THAT a copy of Report #2005-P-77 of the Commissioner of Planning be forwarded to the eight area municipalities, the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC), the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee (DAAC), and the Aggregate Producers Association of Ontario, MAAP Program." Resolution #C-494-05 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item 1-12 be received for information. "CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING" (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION) Council Meeting Minutes .8- November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-495-05 Moved by CounCillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-494-05 be amended by adding the following: "THAT Correspondence Item I - 12 be copied to the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee." "CARRIED" The foregoing Resolution #C-494-05 was then put to a vote and "CARRIED AS AMENDED." 1-14 R05.GE The Honourable David Ramsay, Minister of Natural Resources, thanking Council for their letter regarding the possibility of reduced day-use entry to Darlington Provincial Park to accommodate Clarington residents who wish to access the Lake Ontario waterfront though the existing park. The park is popular for wildlife viewing, picnicking, hiking, cycling and fishing. As well, it provides a wide variety of camping and day-use services and facilities, including a popular beach, picnic areas, trails and a children's playground among others. These facilities are provide and maintained by the province with no cost to the municipality. He believes that the $10 day-use fee now being charged at Darlington Provincial Park is fair value. The day us permit allows for the entry of a single vehicle regardless of the number of occupants. This provides access to all of the day-use facilities and programs at a very reasonable and low price. He believes that this is a fair and equitable arrangement for all Ontarians regardless of their place of residence, and does not support a lower day-use fee for residents in those municipalities that are nearest to the provincial park. Resolution #C-496-05 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item I - 14 be received for information. 1-21 C06.CL "CARRIED" Minutes of the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee meeting dated September 15, 2005. Council Meeting Minutes -9- November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-497 -05 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item 1- 21 be received for information. "CARRIED" 1- 25 T04.HW P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, writing to the Honourable Dalton McGuinty, Premier and Minister of Research and In":'!ation, advising that the Region of Durham on October 19, 2005, passed the following resolution: "THAT the following resolution with respect to the ongoing Highway 407 East Completion Environmental Assessment (EA) that is being undertaken by the Ministry of Transportation be endorsed: WHEREAS the implementation of Highway 407 East extension through Durham is a key structural element of the Regional Official Plan and is essential to support the growth and development objectives of the Region; WHEREAS the original Terms of Reference (2003) for the EA called for its completion by the end of 2004; WHEREAS the revised Terms of Reference (2004) for the EA rescheduled the completion date to the end of 2006; WHEREAS with the approval of the Terms of Reference by the Ministry of Environment, the Ministry of Transportation is now working towards a completion date of end of 2008 for the EA; WHEREAS the continual delays in the completion of the EA and the construction of the Highway 407 East extension continue to: . Present barriers to achieving many of the Region's growth objectives and planned development, especially the development of essential employment lands and job opportunities dependent on the implementation of Highway 407 East extension through Durham; . Increase traffic congestion on the Regional road system, affecting the arterial and local road network in the vicinity of the eastem terminus of Highway 407 at Brock Road, and beyond; and . Result in lasting hardship to property owners in the vicinity of the previously recommended alignment for the 407 extension; Council Meeting Minutes -10- November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Regional Municipality of Durham advise the Provincial Government: . THAT the continual delay in the implementation of the Highway 407 East Extension and the north-south freeway links in Durham is of significant concern, given the implications on growth in the Region; and . THAT the Highway 407 East extension through Durham be expedited, without further delays, including the completion of the ongoing Environmental Assessment, detailed design, and construction, with all necessary funding earmarked at an early stage; AND FURTHERMORE THAT copies of this resolution and Report #2005-J-25 of the Commissioners of Planning and Works be forwarded to the Honourable Dalton McGuinty, Premier of the Province of Ontario; the Honourable Harinder Takher, Minister of Transportation; John Tory, Leader of the Official Opposition of the Province of Ontario; Durham MPPs; and the eight area municipalities in Durham." Resolution #C-498-05 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the resolution from the Region of Durham regarding the Highway 407 East Completion Environment Assessment be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington. "CARRIED" CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION Resolution #C-499-05 Moved by Councillor Ping Ie, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda, with the exception of Items D - 4 and D - 14 to D - 19, inclusive, "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes -11- November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS D - 1 Linda Laliberte, General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer, Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, providing Council with a copy of their 2006 Preliminary Budget. Ms. Laliberte is requesting comments to be received prior to the December Full Authority meeting which is tentatively scheduled for December 14, 2005. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Finance/Treasurer) D - 2 Ian Macnab, Chief Administrative Officer, Kawartha Conservation, providing Council with the proposed 2006 Operating Budget and Special Be"efiting Capital Projects. In support of the operating budget, the Region of Durham levy has been increased by $30,816.00 or 24 cents per $100,000 assessment. The Board of Directors of Kawartha Conservation will vote on the operating budget and associated municipal levy on December 7,2005. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Finance/Treasurer) D - 3 Craig Nicholson, on behalf of the local snowmobile club, the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs is requesting Council to proclaim November 21 to 27,2005, as Get Ready For Snowmobiling Week. (Proclaimed) D - 5 Shane Morris, advising Council that he must resign from the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee. (Thank Mr. Morris for his work on the Committee and correspondence referred to the Municipal Clerk) D - 6 Glenda Gies, President, Port Darlington Community Association Inc., advising Council that the Association has the following comments regarding the Addendum to Report EGD-50-04, Port Darlington Waterfront Park Master Plan Revision: 1. accommodating the Port Darlington Harbour Company and Wiggers Custom Yachts lands by shifting the park eastwards will result in a mixed use, with park activities occurring directly adjacent to industrial activities. 2. relocating the parking area from adjacent to the remaining residential area to the existing municipal lands on the west side of Port Dariington Road will minimize traffic in the area and reduce impacts on residents. Council Meeting Minutes -12- November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS 0-7 F11.GE D-8 M02.GE There are a number of outstanding areas of concern with the conceptual master plan for the park related to: . the implications for the Bowmanville Marsh, including nature trails, interpretive signage and opportunities to launch non- motorized boats and canoes; . the use of proposed volleyball courts for programmed tournaments which could draw significant people to the area, bringing traffic and the requirement for parking beyond what the local road or available public land could accommodate; . washrooms on the west beach side of the park where municipal water and sanitary sewers are not available; and . the method of transporting visitors from the east park across the mouth of the Bowmanville Marsh to the west park. (Advised of actions taken with respect to the Addendum to Report EGD-50-05) John Godfrey, Minister of State and Roger Anderson, President, Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), advising Council that on June 17, 2005, Canada, Ontario, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the City of Toronto signed a ground breaking agreement under the Government of Canada's New Deal for Cities and Communities that flows federal gas tax revenue directly to municipalities in Ontario. As part of its New Deal for Cities and Communities, the Government of Canada is investing $2.87 billion in gas tax funding over five years for the benefits of Ontarians in cities and communities, large and small. (Correspondence referred to the Municipal Clerk for the appropriate by-law to be forwarded to Council) Laurie Lazenby, Secretary, on behalf of the executive of the Navy League of Canada, Bowmanville and District Branch, Royal Canadian Sea Cadets Corps #279, requesting permission to hold Sea Cadet tagging at selected businesses April 6, 7 and 8, 2006. To date, they have held their Tag Days at the end of September, beginning of October. They are requesting a second weekend in the spring due to the fact that they now have an Air Cadet Corps in Clarington. (Approved Tag Days for April 6, 7 and 8, 2006) Council Meeting Minutes -13- November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS D-9 D -10 D - 11 M02.GE D - 12 D - 13 F22.GE Bob Foster, on behalf of the Kendal Recreation Association, advising that the Association supports the recommendation for lights to be installed at Harvey Jackson Memorial Park in Kendal. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Engineering Services) Rick Growden, Market Area General Manager, Waste Management of Canada Corporation, advising Council that Waste Management of Canada Corporation fully supports Miller Waste's plans to develop an organic material processing facility at 1848 Baseline Road, Clarington. ... (Correspondence referred to the Director of ~- Planning Services) Keith Coulter, Commissioner, Correctional Service Canada, -requesting Council to proclaim November 13 to November 20,2005, as Restorative Justice Week. The theme is 'Wisdom Gained Through Experience" focusing on sharing the concrete learning and results that have come from the growing experience of practitioners and stakeholders in the application of restorative justice concepts and techniques. (Proclaimed) Liz Dowdeswell, President, Nuclear Waste Management Organization, providing comments pertaining to Report PSD-107-05 regarding the Nuclear Waste Management Organization Draft Study Report "Choosing a Way Forward." (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services) Frank Hoar, Secretary, Newcastle-Bond Head Ratepayers Association, advising Council that the Association passed the following resolution: 'WHEREAS the Region's Chairman of Finance, and the Commissioner of Finance, have warned the public of a possible double digit tax increase; WHEREAS the Region's Chairman of Finance has asked the public to tell Regional Council that they do not support a double digit tax increase; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Newcastle-Bond Head Ratepayers Association is strongly against, and do not support a double digit tax increase, and urge the Regional Council to look at getting out of any "unmandated services" to protect property tax payers." (Correspondence referred to the Regional Municipality of Durham) Council Meeting Minutes -14- November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS D - 4 Roxy Barnes, providing Council with comments following the tour of Miller Waste Systems' Bloomington site. They were impressed by both the site and the staff who were their hosts and answered all of their questions in a very open and honest manner. Their overall impression of Miller Waste Systems is very positive. They are encouraging Council to proceed with Miller's proposed facility and provide leadership to show other communities how to deal effectively with the problem of waste management. Resolution #C-5(1()-05 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item D - 4 be referred to the Director of Planning Services. "CARRIED" D - 14 C10.MO The Corporation of the Township of Terrace Bay, advising Council that on October 24, 2005, they passed the following resolution: "WHEREAS the world has seen three major influenza outbreaks in the 20th century; experts predict that since influenza pandemics have, historically occurred in cycles, the next global pandemic is overdue; AND WHEREAS Ontario will have little lead time between when a pandemic is first declared by the World Health Organization and when it spreads to the province; AND WHEREAS it will spread in two or more waves either in the same or successive years, with the second wave occurring within three to nine months of the initial outbreak; AND WHEREAS Ontario will not have a large enough supply of antivirals or vaccine for the entire population, requiring the province to set priorities for who receives limited vaccine and antiviral drugs; AND WHEREAS during a pandemic, the availability of front line workers, including health care and emergency service workers, could be reduced by up to one third due to illness; Council Meeting Minutes -15- November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Township of Terrace Bay hereby requests the Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services to ensure that providers and the public are informed about the pandemic and how to help protect themselves against it and that the Ministry identify and implement a system for the provision of critical medical supplies and establish reliable and secure purchasing, storage and distribution systems; AND FURTHER that this resolution be forwarded to AMO, all Ontario Municipalities and local M.P,P.s for support." Resolution #C-501-05 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Ping Ie THAT Correspondence Item D - 14 be received for information. "CARRIED" D - 15 F22.GE James and Catherine Mailer, requesting Council to pressure the Province of Ontario to rectify the situation of random assessments reached by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation. Phair Avenue, Courtice, is an old residential street where very little has changed over the years. The tax assessments for the street for the 2006 tax year vary from 9 - 35%. Resolution #C-502-05 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item D - 15 be referred to the Director of Finance/Treasurer. "CARR I ED" D - 16 P01.HU Inky Mark, M.P., Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette, advising that government programs have eroded the rights of Canadians to hunt and fish. Responding to this, he has tabled a Private Member's Bill to protect recreational hunting and fishing rights for all Canadians. He is requesting Council to pass the following resolution: 'WHEREAS legislation governing inland fisheries is within the jurisdiction of the federal government; Council Meeting Minutes .16. November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS AND WHEREAS aboriginal people have long relied on hunting and fishing to satisfy their food needs, and have certain rights to hunt and fish that are protected by the Constitution of Canada; AND WHEREAS non-aboriginal settlers and pioneers in Canada also depended on hunting and fishing for food; AND WHEREAS hunting and fishing are part of Canada's national heritage; ,;~ ,....- AND WHEREAS millions of Canadians participate in and enjoy hunting and fishing; AND WHEREAS hunting and fishing contribute significantly to the national economy; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Municipality of Clarington request that the Government of Canada enact Private Members Bill C391, the Heritage Hunting and Fishing Protection Act to protect in Canada the right to hunt and fish. No law of Canada shall be construed or applied so as to deprive a person of this right and the Minister of Canadian Heritage shall enter into discussions with the provinces with a view to securing on behalf of all Canadians their continued right to hunt and fish. subject only to any reasonable limits as may be established by law." Resolution #C-503-05 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item D - 16 be received for information. "CARRIED" D -17 M02,GE Bill Hasiuk, requesting permission to hold the Annual Farmer's Christmas Procession of Lights on December 7, 2005. He is also asking that Council direct staff to acquire the necessary permits from the Region of Durham and the necessary signatures from the Police and Fire Departments. Council Meeting Minutes -17- November 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-504-05 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the Road Occupancy Permit for the Annual Farmer's Christmas Procession of Lights on December 7,2005 be approved; and THAT Correspondence Item D - 17 be referred to staff to complete the necessary process. "CARRIED" D - 18 Zena Burns advising that the MPP for Niagara Falls is representing grandparents at a meeting at Queen's Park on November 24 when the second reading of a bill regarding grandparents' rights is being considered. Ms. Burns is requesting Councils from across Durham Region to pray for the passage of this bill. Resolution #C-505-05 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT Correspondence Item D - 18 be received for information. "CARRIED" D - 19 Confidential Property Matter. Resolution #C-506-05 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item D - 19 be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered during a "closed" session of Council. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes -18- November 14, 2005 NOTICE OF MOTION REPORTS Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report - November 14, 200S Resolution #C-S07-0S Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Gene~:": Purpose and Administration Committee Report of November 14, 200S, be approved. "CARRIED" UNFINISHED BUSINESS Addendum to Report EGD-OSO-04 - Port Darlington Waterfront Park- Conceptual Master Plan Resolution #C-S08-0S Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the Addendum to Report EGD-SO-04 be lifted from the table. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-509-0S Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the Addendum to Report EGD-SO-04 be received; THAT the revised Conceptual Master Plan for the East Beach portion of the Port Darlington Waterfront Park be approved; THAT all interested parties listed in Addendum to Report EGD-SO-04 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision, "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes -19- November 14, 2005 OTHER BUSINESS Resolution #C-S1 O-OS Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow for the introduction of a motion of new business at this time. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-S11-0S <- Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur WHEREAS the Council of the Municipality of Clarington supports nuclear energy; AND WHEREAS Atomic Energy of Canada Limited has built nuclear reactors in China ahead of time and under budget; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Province of Ontario be advised that the Council of the Municipality of Clarington fully supports Nuclear New Build at the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station "B" site; AND FURTHER THAT the Council of the Municipality of Clarin9ton support Atomic Energy of Canada Limited as the preferred supplier of the new nuclear reactor; AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Province of Ontario, to Atomic Energy of Canada Limited and the Regional Municipality of Durham. "CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE" Recorded Vote Council Member Yea Na Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Absent Councillor Foster X Councillor MacArthur X Councillor Ping Ie X Councillor Robinson X Councillor Schell X Councillor Trim X Ma or Mutton X 2005-210 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Lakeridge Health Corporation for the Purposes of Operating the LHC Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation Program Council Meeting Minutes -20- November 14, 2005 OTHER BUSINESS Councillor Robinson requested the intersection of Ruddell Road and Highway 2 be monitored for speeding. Mayor Mutton advised Council that he has received a large amount of enquiries regarding the Bowmanville Zoo. He noted that the Bowmanville Zoo is not in peril. Resolution #C-S12-0S Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the meeting be "closed" to consider Confidential Item D - 19 pertaining to a property matter. "CARRIED" The meeting reconvened at 7:SS p.m. Resolution #C-S13-0S Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the actions taken during the "closed" session of Council be ratified. "CARRIED" BY.LAWS Resolution #C-S14-0S Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 200S-210 to 200S-217, inclusive and that the said by-laws be now read a first and second time: 200S-211 being a by-law to authorize a Municipal Funding Agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and The Association of Municipalities of Ontario for the Transfer of Federal Gas Tax Revenues under the New Deal for Cities and Communities Council Meeting Minutes -21- November 14, 2005 BY-LAWS 200S-212 being a by-law to waive the payment of fees for minor variance applications to permit the construction of ramps, lifts and elevators for the purposes of gaining wheelchair accessibility to homes and to amend By-law 96-032, as amended 2005-213 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle 200S-214 being a by-law to amend By-law 200S-14S, a by-law respecting the appointment of a Chief Building Official, Building Inspectors, Plumbing Inspectors and Fire Safety Inspectors 200S-21S being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Peninsula Contracting Inc. Fonthill, Ontario, to enter into agreement for the Guide Rail Installation 200S-216 being a by-law to authorize the purchase agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Douglas Pearson Millburn, in respect to the purchase of 46A West Beach Road, Part lot 23, Plan 1S0, Part Lot 10, Broken Front Concession, Former Town of Bowmanville 200S-217 being a by-law to declare a portion of an unopen road allowance situated between Lot 12 and Lot 13, Broken Front Concession, former Town of Bowmanville, now in the Municipality of Clarington to be surplus, to stop up and close as a public highway a portion of the road allowance situated between Lot 12 and Lot 13, Broken Front Concession, former Town of Bowmanville , now in the Municipality of Clarington and to authorize the conveyance of a portion of the road allowance situated between Lot 12 and Lot 13, Broken Front Concession, former Town of Bowmanville, now in the Municipality of Clarington to Bowmanville Creek Developments Inc. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-S1S-0S Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 200S-210 to 200S-217, inclusive, be approved. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes -22. November 14, 2005 CONFIRMING BY-LAW Resolution #C-516-05 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2005-218 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at this meeting held on the 14th day of November, 2005, and that the said by-law be now read a first and second time. "CARRIED" ,~: Resolution #C-517-05 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2005-218 be approved. "CARRIED" ADJOURNMENT Resolution #C-518-05 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the meeting adjourn at 7:55 p.m. "CARRIED" MAYOR MUNICIPAL CLERK Novembor 22 - Kawartha Conservation Administrative Centre November 24 - Galway - Cavendish & Harvey Municipal Office November 30 - Scugog Community Centre SUMMARY OF CORRESPONDENCE NOVEMBER 24, 2005 CORRESPONDENCE TO BE RECEIVED FOR INFORMATION I - 1 Wioletta Walancik, Special Events Coordinator, Friends of Second Marsh, forwarding the 2004/2005 Leading Member Award for the municipality's financial support to Friends of Second Marsh. I - 2 Kawartha Conservation, advising of the following information sessions regarding the proposed Regulation of Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses for Kawartha Region Conservation Authority: I - 3 Karen Monaghan, Lakeridge Health, advising Council that Dr. Robert Lake has joined the surgical team at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville. I - 4 Marolyn Morrison, Mayor, Town of Caledon, providing Council with a copy of the Town of Caledon's inaugural Progress Report for 2004-2005. I - 5 Carol Grylls, Committee Secretary, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on October 25, 2005, passed the following resolution regarding the Employment Land Needs Analysis: "a) THAT Report #2005-P-82 of the Commissioner of Planning be received for information; and b ) THAT a copy of Report #2005-P-82 of the Commissioner of Planning be forwarded to the eight area municipalities." I - 6 Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee meeting dated October 18, 2005. (Copy attached) I - 7 Richard Stephenson, Chair, Assessment Review Board, advising Council that the 2004-2005 Annual Report of the Assessment Review Board has been released and can be reviewed on the Board's website www.arb.Qov.on.ca. I - 8 Minutes of the Santa Claus Parade Committee meeting dated October 24, 2005. (Copy attached) I - 9 Minutes of the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting dated October 13, 2005. (Copy attached) Summary of Correspondence -2- November 28, 2005 I - 10 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham, providing Council with a copy of a letter from Ontario's Minister of the Environment, regarding the matter of allowing cement plants to burn used tires as a waste disposal solution and an alternative source of fuel. The Minister advised that the Ministry of Environment does not "develop" disposal methods to be used by municipal governments. The fact is that municipalities have been empowered to pursue a number of waste management options. These systems can include incineration and other energy-from-waste projects for waste that cannot be reused or recycled. I - 11 The Cor&shell Group, providing Council with a copy of the Community Conversations Summary Report, A Dialogue with the Ontario Trillium Foundation. . I - 12 Deborah~Lay, Public Health Nutritionist, Durham Region, providing Council with a copy of the Fall 2005 edition of the Food Wellness Newsletter. 1-13 Brad Brown, Project Manager, TransCanada, advising Council that TransCanada is proposing to add one seven megawatt (MW) electric- driven centrifugal gas compressor to its existing Bowmanville Compressor Station site. The station is location northwest of Mitchell Comers on Langmaid Road. The station currently contains two 2.2 MW electric- driven reciprocating gas compressors. An open house is being held on November 30, 2004, at the Solina Community Hall, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. I - 14 Andy Koopmans, Executive Director, Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario (AMCTO), providing Council with a copy of a letter from John Gerretsen, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, advising that he will not be proceeding with amendments to the Municipal Elections Act for the next municipal election in 2006, This means that they do not intend to proceed at this time with proposed changes to the term of office for municipal officials. I - 15 Minutes of the Clarington Museums and Archives Board meeting dated November 9, 2005. (Copy attached) I - 16 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated November 15, 2005. (Copy attached) 1- 17 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham, providing Council with a copy of the excerpts from the Report of the Experts Panel on Sound-Sorb. 1-18 L.J. Dickson, Councillor Ward 2, Town of Ajax, providing Council with a copy of the "Talking Trash" letter regarding Waste Reduction Week. 1 -19 Jack Gibbons, Chair, Ontario Clean Air Alliance, providing Council with a copy of an eight page report summary of Increasing Productivity and Moving Towards a Renewable Future: A New Electricity Strategy for Ontario. Summary of Correspondence - 3- November 28, 2005 1-20 Martha A Pettit, Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk, Town of Ajax, advising Council that the Town of Ajax on October 24, 2005, passed the following resolution: "1. THAT Council adopt a by-law in the form attached as Appendix 1, to implement a 10% Heritage Property Tax Rebate Program, effective January 1, 2006, under the provision of Section 365.2 of the Municipal Act, 2001 to provide tax relief for eligible heritage properties as defined in the Act and in the municipal by-law; and 2. THAT a copy of this by-law be sent by the Clerk to the Region of Durham with a request that the Region pass a by-law to match this tax reduction program." (Motion to refer correspondence to the Director of Engineering Services) CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION D - 1 P,M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on November 9, 2005, passed the following resolution: "a) THAT we encourage the eight local municipalities to consider adopting the Regional Slow Moving Vehicle Signage program for their locally maintained roads; and b) THAT, where warranted, the eight local municipalities request input fro the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee, through the Region, on agricultural matters." (Motion to refer correspondence to the Directors of Planning Services and Engineering Services) D - 2 Diane Lloyd, Chairperson of the Board, Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, requesting that sidewalks, crossing guards and consideration of 4-way flashers be installed on Old Scugog Road to help students walking on municipally maintained roads to attend Hampton Junior Public School and M.J. Hobbs School. D - 3 Valerie Thom, Pitch-In Ontario, requesting proclamation of April 24 - 30, 2006, as Pitch-In Week. (Motion to Proclaim) Summary of Correspondence - 4- November 28, 2005 D - 4 John Connolly, Director, Partnerships Division, Community Development and Partnerships Directorate, Social Development Canada, providing Council with a copy of a Nomination brochure for the 2006 Therese Casgrain Volunteer Award. The award honours the memory of Therese Casgrain and acknowledges the contributions Canadian volunteers make to society. It is presented annually to one Canadian man and one Canadian woman whose pioneering spirit, social commitment and lifelong voluntary efforts have contributed significantly to the advancement of a social cause and the well-being of their fellow Canadians. (Correspondence referred to the Municipal Clerk to place an ad in the newspaper) D - 5 Judith Fowler, Area Manager, Durham Region Chapter, Heart and Stroke Foundat:\ln of Ontario, requesting proclamation of the month of February 2006 as Heart Month. (Motion to Proclaim) D - 6 Jack Higgins, Chairman, Sponsorship Committee, 172 Squadron Clarington "OSPREY", Royal Canadian Air Cadets, requesting Council's support as an ongoing sponsor of their activities. The Air Cadet League of Canada formed a new Air Cadet Squadron located in the Bowmanville area. The Squadron will be known as 172 Clarington .OSPREY. Squadron. Air Cadets is a youth organization for young people between the ages of 12 and 18 years. They are presently recruiting Cadets and they will be located at the Bowmanville High School, however they need to establish permanent office and storage facilities. With this in mind, they are requesting any assistance that Council could provide. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Chief Administrative Officer) D - 7 Jennifer Cooke, Communication and Marketing Officer, requesting Council's approval to hold the CP Holiday Train Event on Saturday, December 3,2005, from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p,m. The following road closures would need to take place: Scugog Street from Church Street to north side of tracks; Wellington, Horsey and Concession Streets will all be closed west of Elgin Street; and Elgin Street will be the detour route for local traffic. (Motion to approve provided organizers apply for and obtain a Road Occupancy Permit) Summary of Correspondence -5- November 28, 2005 D - 8 Paul Sutherland, Consultant, on behalf of the Dairy, Egg and Poultry Farmers of Ontario, requesting Council to approve the following resolution: "WHEREAS Ontario dairy, poultry and egg farmers are part of a supply- managed system that matches production to Canadian demand; and WHEREAS supply management is a 'uniquely Canadian success story' with a solid 40-year track record of providing high-quality and nutritious food for Canadians; and WHEREAS the dairy, poultry and egg industries are a major economic asset to Ontario generating $2.6 billion in farm cash receipts; sustaining more than $14 billion in economic activity with over 70,000 Ontario jobs depending on supply management; and WHERE:.I\S Canada's food supply and Canada's farms may be at risk of being traded away during the World Trade Organization's Doha Round of negotiations continuing with the Sixth WTO Ministerial Conference to be held in Hong Kong, China, 13-18 December 2005; and WHEREAS dairy, poultry and egg farmers and Federal and Provincial governments have worked together to create a stable and equitable economic environment that benefits every link in the food chain including consumers and farmers; and WHEREAS Canada's economic fabric, both rural and urban, would unravel without supply management; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of Clarington supports the preservation of supply management for Canada's dairy, poultry and egg farmers; processors; consumers and other Canadians who depend on a vibrant farm economy; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOL VED THAT this resolution be forwarded to The Honourable Andy Mitchell, The Honourable Jim Peterson and Prime Minister Paul Martin requesting that they preserve supply management at the WTO trade table; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Association of Municipalities on Ontario and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to request that they similarly voice their support for supply management by forwarding a resolution to The Honourable Andy Mitchell, The Honourable Jim Peterson and Prime Minister Paul Martin requesting that they preserve supply management at the WTO trade table." (Motion for Direction) ~ MEMBERS PRESE;NT: Victor Suppan Clayton Morgan Councillor MacArthur f.n ",,'1,..., i , 'V~I"'Il.-I''''-- Correspondence Item 1-6 r''"; '" ~..' ;,-.t-".:.." .. LOCAL ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION ADVISORY COMNlI]IEE~{J'T MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON i . '~'-. .... Minutes of Meeting October 18, 7:00 PM I [-1)1'" ~l' ~ . .... J L..II:,.;..d' ,flL 1 r~~r-~-:;~~,,---- -.-, , .....,', 1,,-'>. l'r ~dt'l) I --'-j I:"-",q,~ :_~__' J~,,-=_._'j , _.'~-,~-..; f.. j I "'-"--~,-~.. 1 L. '--""'-'~'----1 ''''4 PLANNING STAFF: , 1- "'"",,_..--...-~.---; '",e.-___..-.."'-",.:.v, REGRETS: Karina Isert Johanna deBoer ":~~;';"-'~~~~ ABSENT: Cathy McKeever . Ian. The draft plan has been circulated to request at comments be submitted by November 1st. . t provide staff with comments. The He Dist~ t Steering Committee was established to provide assistance ting the HCD Plan, The Committee has formulated an alternative to ich includes an education component. They have made a numbers of sug ons' ch as the pursuit of individual designations, hosting walking tours and educatl eminars, and providing information packages to real estate agents and new res.. nts to the area. Both the LACAC and the Clarington museum were indicated as being involved in this alternative approach. A meeting is scheduled for October 25th between the Steering Committee, the LACAC, and the museum to discuss how the process might work. Clayton Morgan submitted a letter to the Mayor and the members of Council which he read to the Committee. Don MacArthur also read a letter he had written in response to a public inquiry. Both letters are attached to these minutes. Minutes of LACAC Meeting: October 18, 2005 Page 2 BUSINESS ARISING Inventorv Update Review Reauest LACAC members are still completing their review of the additions to the heritage inventory. 4510 Hiahwav NO.2 Newtonville Members continue to research the property as a site for pote Ressor has been to photograph the site. Heritaae Communitv Recoanition Proaram The municipality submitted nominations for th Program. The Massey Factory was nominated Tyrone Mill was nominated under the Cultural nity Recognition gory, and the CORRESPONDENCE CHO Workshops LACAC members were circulated Workshops. The first on October 29th i Heritage", and the secon in King on N Guide for Your Comm two upcoming CHO aled, "Dealing With Conflict in ding a Heritage Landscape Ministrv of Cultur e Ministry of Culture introducing Mike SUB", 0/ ards Committee The committee would like staff to write a report to council to initiate an awards program that would recognize heritage work in the community. The committee will continue working on a presentation to accompany the report. FINANCIAL REPORT Karina Isert provided a report in advance of the meeting that there was a closing balance of $865.67. Minutes of LACAC Meeting: October 18, 2005 Page 3 NEW BUSINESS Wallbridqe House The Newcastle Historical Society approached the LACAC about the designation of the Wallbridge House located at 483 King St. E. in Newcastle. The house is owned by Dunbury Homes and is currently being used as a construction office. Dunbury is willing to donate the house to anyone willing to move it to a new I tion. The Historical Society has contacted the Ontario Heritage Trust about the and will be touring the property some time this week. Should the build' e successfully moved conside(ation will have to be given to the validity of de if it is no longer in its original focation. Heritaqe Trees The owners of a designated home on Bee property house to include a group of trees in t located on Municipal property. Prior to re-designati the trees and the ability to removcc em if the tre damaged must be completed. nate their Orono CIP Representation Faye Langmaid reque Isert has expresse liaison group me the Orono CIP group. Karina representative. The next CIP November 15, 2005, 7:00 PM Municipal Administrative Centre 31 Parkway Cres. Bowmanville, Ontario LIe 1B9 September 30, 2005 -------]--,._- I-.".c.........-- =_._ --..-'.--.-- 1___ "......_'''_..u~._ 1\, \1~\Ea~nr:~ 1\> OCT O.h 2005 . MUNICIPALITY Of ClARINGTON FlANNING DEPARTMENT '050CT03 PM 2:38:31 Re: Proposed Designation of Historical District Dear Mayor Mutton & Councilors On the advice of Regional Councilor Trim I am addressing this letter to the council with the intention that'it be considered when council is deliberating the issue regarding designation the "Old Bowmanville" area as a Heritage District. Although I am not a resident of the district, I am a long-term resident of Bovvmlll1ville (4~/cars) and my wife was born and raised in Bowmanville living within the proposed district on Carlisle and later Division St., up to our marriage in 1963 and moving to our current address. I must point out that my comments regarding this issue are strictly my own and in no way reflect those ofLACAC of which I am a member. Old BowmanviIle is indeed a beautiful area and although one lady in the area took exception to my comments at LACAC open house in early swnmer, this area is indeed an architectural treasure that belongs to all Bowmanville, whether resident to the area or not. As a member of the Physician's Recruitment Committee I always drive visiting physicians and their families through this area, and without exception they are suitably impressed. Having said this it may come as a surprise that I do no believe it is beneficial to proceed with the designation as a Heritage District for two reasons. 1.) The reports and recommendations refer to the subject area as a district. A district is a clearly defined area with distinct boundaries, but the report(s) fail to mention the human side of the issue. It is the people who make a distinct neighborhood. It is the kids playing road hockey with kids down the street; neighbours socializing; talking over the back fence; sharing the good times and helping out in the bad. It has become obvious to me that thi.s had become a divisive issue in the neighborhood. Some people very rightly are all for Historic Designation, oth~~,slJ!lll.x c.. correct are strongly against it, and I am sure a strong middle ground must wis, ite_~"flOJlt all go away. . OlERK In my opinion, if council proceeds with seeking Heritage District Sta s'A't~ wight . save a district but cause long lasting damage to a neighborhood. . Cc ORIGlAAL T , 2.) My second objection is more pragmatic, as such a designation will . T. the thin edge of a very big wedge. It will legitimize resident's dem preferential treatment that will cost lots of money. Things such as. Buried hydro lines Special street signs Special street lamps Special road paving treatments - Replacement of dead trees with mature trees instead of saplings - Etc. We must remember that there are many other attractive areas in . Clarington, such as Newcastle, Orono, Hampton and Leskard, and they could justifY similar projects. If residents not in "Old Bowmanville" see their tax dollars being spent in such a manner, I am sure there will be demands from Burketon to the Lakeshore, Courtice to Newtonville protesting such preferential treatment and requesting the same. I can foresee that such a designation will be a huge headache for future councils. r wish to thank the council for taking the time to read this letter and I wish the COllI':'! the best of lllck during their deliberations of this contentious issue. Governments should have no say in what individuals do with their own houses, Sept. 242005 Dear Tony: Thank you for your question on the Heritage Conservation District proposal. It prods me into re-collecting my thoughts on the matter. The whole issue has become somewhat of a " tempest in a teapot" and has spawned an almost religious lack of rationality on both pro and anti camps. There are those on both sides of the issue who refuse to listen to, much less be swayed, by the others' point of view. It's become one of those issues that make politicians wonder why they spend about 10 G's and beg people to give them this job every;three years. I have about a thousand pages of notes, research, submissions, reports and communications on the issue (all of which I've studied thoroughly and which you are welcome to review) that I will try here to boil down to a couple of hundred words. The basic idea of an HCD is to preserve the built heritage of a community by saving the older buildings and neighbourhood idiosyncrasies that give the municipality character- a character that benefits all of its residents. There are some 65 or so districts in the province and most of their designation processes have not, surprisingly, been particularly contentious. The provincial government recently passed Bill 60 which strengthens the Heritage Act and gives both provincial and municipal governments greater control over such matters. Our own MPP , John O'Toole supported the bill and in fact there were only 3 dissenting votes in the provincial legislature. I judge from that that they see some value in heritage preservation. The opposing forces in our HCD battle have made statements such as the following. Some are true, some false, some deliberately misleading, some pure speculation and conjecture, and most inflammatory. I present them in no particular order and without judgement. You can face fines of up to $50,000 for painting your house the wrong colour, A lengthy permitting process must be endured to do any alteration to your house, yard, fences, If we don't designate, half the neighbourhood will be bulldozed by developers to make room for their sun blocking apartment buildings, Visiting already designated areas around the province and talking to their residents, Without control people would build stuff that would be an embarrassment to a third world shepherd. I won't be able to get insurance if designation happens, A committee of your neighbours will have control over your house, The value of property will increase by an average of $20,000, You won't be able to use modern, technologically superior materials, You can face incarceration for violations of the heritage act, 95% of residents oppose the designation, Insurance will be the same, designated or not, it's based on the age of the house and other factors, not on a by-law passed by the town, . We don't need the municipality tofurther infringe on property rights, Designation will protect property owners not from each other but from outside developers who would radically change the neighbourhood. I'm sure you can understand my conundrum in all this, trying to come up with the best. solution and keeping the bulk of my constituents happy, Adding to the dilemma are petitionsfrom both sides produced before any of the specific guidelines for this neighbourhood were prepared. These were based on gut reactions to speculations and misinformation rather than on any rational study on the issue. My position on this is, and has been, that we should have all the information in before making a decision.Included in that would be: Listening to delegations from both sides, Consulting with planning staff, Studying the report and guidelines from the consultingfirms, Examining petitions from both sides, Considering the recommendations from our LACAC ( Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee) . . Studying reports of effects over many years on established HCD's, Reading submissions, The only exception I have taken to anyone through this is a confrontation with one who would have denied council the opportunity of going through the process in order that we might make an educated and wise decision for the community. This of course was misinterpreted by Metroland who assumed I was on a particular side of the issue and have been questi::?ing my integrity ever since. ( They think that I am in conflict of interest because I own property here. I do have written statements from both my lawyer and from the best municipal law lawyer in the province that I'm not in conflict.) I do believe that either declaring a conflict or voting on it without a full examination of all the pertinent information would be an abdication of the duty the people of ward two have gIVen me. At this stage, though, I'm not ready to commit to either position. I do see value in conservation but tend to agree with limiting government control as well. If the guidelines are ridiculously stringent I would oppose it. When the final submissions and delegations have been received within the next couple of weeks my direction may become clearer. I have committed to voting for the wishes of the majority of my constituents. There does seem to be a slightly more conciliatory tone developing between the factions recently so the wisest move might be to table the whole issue till they can agree on more or all of the contentious points. The final draft of the guidelines has been mailed to all the area residents and I would be . glad to clarify it if I can. The real experts on it though are planners Faye Langmaid and Isabel Little and you can reach them at the town hall ( 905) 623 3379. Warmest regards, Don MacArthur Councillor, ward2 Correspondence Item 1-8 SANTA CLAUS PARADE - MINUTES OF MEETING October 24, 2005 Start Time: 7:09PM Finish Time: 8:35 PM Attendance: Valerie McCormick, Roger Leetooze, Dawn Longmire, Debbie Fernandes, Tracy Bayley-Buckle, Kathy McLaughlin, Marie Hammond, Sheri Crago Absent: Rob Flynn, Terryl Tzikas Reviewed minutes from previous meeting. Motioned to accept the minutes by Tracy seconded by Roger. All in agreement VALERIE McCORMICK - Chairperson . Valerie stated that she had talked to Bud Henning's daughter Fran Sweet and they do not want to use our float this year. Bud enjoys watching the parade. . Valerie has called Fred Horvath at the Municipality to arrange for a truck and driver to pull the Committee float. . Confirmed with Fred that the Old Fire Hall will be open at 8:00 a.m. for makeup. . Contacted Mike Slocombe and Doug Moore and they are both available to commentate the parade. They will be coming to the Program meeting. . Confirmed that Roy Nichols Motors will provide cars for dignitaries. Need to call closer to parade day with the number of cars we require. . Contacted Ron Baker at the Municipality. They will drop off 75 pylons in the parking lot beside the Old Fire hall between 7:00 - 7:30 a.m. parade morning. . Tracy still has to get together with Dawn regarding makeup. . Has called make up volunteers and is waiting to hear back from them. Parking meters on King Street will have "no parking" signs placed over them. Barriers will be dropped off parade morning as per letter from Terryl. . Don Welsh will not be able to help us out this year. He usually does traffic control at the corner of King & Scugog. . Valerie presented Marie with the receipt from the Legion. . A man by the name of Blair Smyth would like to be Santa in the future. He has his own Santa Suit. Valerie has his name and phone number. Sheri mentioned that we should require a police check when a new volunteer replaces our existing Santa. . Valerie has spoken to RBC Branch Manager Sheila Comoy about service charges. RBC will waive service charges but would stop their donation. It was agreed to keep the service charges and not loose the donation. . Courtice RBC bank has been informed that we will be making our deposit on parade ':':;y at about 2:15 - 2:30. We will borrow metal money tin from them prior to parade day . Greg Belanger will marshal the parade, this has been confirmed bye-mail. . Valerie presented a sample of the new sign for parade building. All agreed that we should go ahead with this sign. . Graydon Brown will pull Santa Float. He is looking into better radios to use from the Fire Department. MARIE HAMMOND - Treasurer . Marie paid Dawn for the postage. . Approximately $1,200 received in donations to date. . Pingle Farms has donated this year. TRACY BAYLEY- BUCKLE -Makeup DEBBIE FERNANDES - Floats and Fillers . The following have contacted Debbie for Parade: o Clarington Swim Club, Clarington Project, Red Hat Society, St. Elizabeth School, Durham Regional Police, Harley (Debbie has talked to them and. reminded them that they cannot wear their jackets)" Trinity United Church . Dawn was concerned that there were not many entries yet, but it is still early. . Clarington High School would like to have their Coyote Mascot in parade but no school logo to be worn. ,. DAWN LONGMIRE - Buttons, Costumes . Dawn forwarded a bill for $352.44 for postage for donation letters to Marie. . Addresses that have the wrong Postal Code will be given back to Terryl, there is only a few that were not valid. . Dawn questioned if Marie's daughters would be on the Santa float. Marie has 4 girls, the girls have to be at parade for 9:00 a.m., and at hospital by 12:15 approximately. . Kathy volunteered to take Santa and girls to hospital. . Dawn will bring costumes for Santa's elves to next meeting. . Pat is making new fish costumes this year. . Committee Float - both of Tracy's girls will be on it along with Dawn's daughter and a friend. Debbie to see ifher son would like to be on the float. . New fish costumes to be worn by Val's son, Dawn's son and Sheri's two sons. ROGER LEETOOZE - JudginglPosters/Rogers CablelButtons and Button boxes . One judge e-mailed Roger to inform him that he will not be available on Parade day. . Weare spelling the name on the Edie Cole Volunteer Trophy incorrectly. Roger will go to Hooper's to make sure name is spelled correctly on plaques given to the wmner. . Roger has called Sharon Smith and left messages to see if she has contacted Ayren Links and ifnot to give Roger a contact name and he will do it. . Roger has talked to Rob's household regarding banners as Roger cannot locate a banner to give to Dawn. . Roger does not know if Rob has spoken to Quarry Lakes for golf carts, Valerie will follow up with Rob. TERRYL TZIKAS - Secretary . Absent KATHY MCLAUGHLIN - Publicity . Kathy stated that she has contacted Jennifer Cook at the Municipality and there will be advertisements in the Community section of the paper on October 26,2005 for Floats and Fillers and November 2, 2005 regarding Costumes and will be on the screens at the Municipal office. . Robin at McDonalds has been contacted and the advertisement for the parade will appear on their placemats . The ad for Costumes will appear in the This Week on Sunday October 30,2005 at a cost of $771.00. King and Liberty to Memorial Park 760m King and Liberty to Bowmanvlle Zoo 1000m Bowmanville Zoo to Hains Street 300m King and Liberty to Bowmanville Mall 520m . Have contacted Kawartha Public Schools regarding the Food and Toy Drive for Durham Regional Police to see if they will insert into their Newsletters. Have obtained contact name for the Separate School board who has not returned by call (Ron McNamara) . Kathy will contact KX96 to see if they will provide some air time regarding the Parade at a closer date. . Will contact paper regarding pictures taken when costumes are handed out. SHERI CRAGO - Bands . Nine bands have confirmed this year - at a price of $5,900.00 . Waiting to hear back from Cobourg Concert Band, but is not pushing it as there is quite a few bands. . There is ;:;~e and a half pipe bands, but has not heard back from Bowmanville Legion. . Sheri is still working on the Militia. . Sheri will also contact St. Stephens to see if they will be in parade. . Valerie has contacted Nancy Taylor from the Municipality regarding Certificates of Insurance for School bands and Legion bands, as the Oshawa Legion band and some school bands have stated they could not provide one. Nancy stated that there is information on file at the municipality regarding the coverage for local schools and all Legion Bands have coverage through their Legion branch. If anything goes wrong we will be able to obtain the insurance information. NEW BUSINESS . Parade Route: Discussion was held on changing the Parade Route. Valerie started the discussion by talking about her previous discussions with Ron Baker from the Municipality. Ron has access to a computer system that will calculate the distance from one point to another. He gave Val the following measurements: Ron did not like the idea ofthe parade route extending to the Bowmanville Zoo as we would have to close Mearns, Also, if we went right to the Zoo and used Hains Street as an exit for bands and floats we would be adding 540 metres onto the parade route. Ron suggested ending the parade at Frank Street. , . Tracy is concerned with how we will disperse everyone at the end of the parade. We have to be concerned with the children, the floats and the bands. Some bands have a second parade to attend and have to have easy access to Hwy 401. Roger stated the BIA is not too happy with us as it is and if we go straight down King Street businesses might be more upset with us. Liberty Street does not have too many businesses on it and they are used to the parade route. Roger also stated that going as far as Frank Street may cause problems for Emergency vehicles. Kathy expressed concern with changing the route and no longer going past the hospitaL Even if there are no children at the hospital some adult patients might look forward to watching the parade. Dawn is concerned with the children at the end of the parade. Right now we have use of Mf'Tllorial Park Clubhouse and children can use the washrooms and go inside to warm up iftheir parents are not there to meet them right away. Marie and Sheri both expressed concerns with regards to maintaining the "tradition" of the existing parade route. They feel that the people that live on Liberty Street and in that area will be upset with the change in the parade route. It is tradition for them to go to Liberty Street to watch the parade. Many families go to the same spot on Liberty Street each year. Marie also stated that if we do change the parade route we would have to advertise the new route and have volunteers on Liberty Street to ensure that people do not wait there for the parade. Valerie mentioned to everyone to think about everything that was discussed and we would have a vote on the new parade route at the next meeting. In the mean time, Valerie will contact Ron Baker and request 6 barricades for the comer of King and Liberty to help with crowd control. Valerie will also ask Ron for some other suggestions regarding this intersection. . Discussion on supplying the kids with a drink after they return their costume. Valerie asked Tracy to look into providing the kids with drinks after the parade. Tracy to contact Reid's Dairy about juice bags. Motion to adjourn the meeting by Roger. Next meeting November 7th, 2005 Time 7:00 pm. Room 1 C Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee October 13, 2005 Correspondence Item 1-9 CLARINGTON AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2005 MEMBERS PRESENT: Neil Allen Dave Davidson Ted Watson Gary Jeffery Councillor Gord Robinson John Vaneyk Jennifer Knox Eric Bowman Bill Hasiuk Marlene Werry, Durham Region Gerald Brown STAFF: Faye Langmaid Susan Hajnik REGRETS: Tom Barrie Brenda Metcalf GUESTS: Perry Sisson, CLOCA Gerald Brown chaired meeting. Chair called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Welcome and introductions by Faye Langmaid. Adoption of Aqenda 05-28 Moved by John Vaneyk seconded by Neil Allen 'That the Agenda for October 13, 2005 be adopted" "CARRIED" Approval of Minutes 05-29 Moved by Eric Bowman, Seconded by Gary Jeffery 'That the minutes of the September 1, 2005 meeting be approved as amended. " "CARRIED" CLOCA PRESENTATION Perry Sisson Conservation Authorities Act The government of Ontario decided through the Red Tape Commission to clean-up some of the overlap between different government agencies and eliminate some of the approval processes for land owners. For CLOCA, the new regulation means that their regulation boundaries must be refined the lot and concession approach to regulating the actual features. This is aimed at providing for more consistency across the province and between different conservation authorities. Authorities were' given until May 2006 to redefine their regulation lines. The conservation authorities through the improvements in mapping, aerial photography and GIS mapping (geographic information system) have been able to layer all the competing factors that require regulation to create new regulatory lines that have to be approved by the Minister. .~ Public meetings were held in May and June. Central Lake Ontario presented to it's Board of Directors and conducted a Peer Review in June. They are currently awaiting final approval from the Ministry. The' new regulations allow CLOC to regulate development within the regulated areas. Permits are required from CLOC for any works undertaken in the following areas; stream valley, water course, Lake Ontario shoreline and wetlands. Stream Valley Systems . Flood hazard . Erosion hazards . Apparent valleys and non-apparent valleys . Permit is required from CLOC for any work in these areas Lake Ontario Shoreline . Flood hazard (100 year flood levels) . Erosion hazards (erosion on the bluffs based on receding over last 100 years and erosion of dynamic beaches) . Dynamics of beaches require studies done over time Wetlands . Regulate wetlands and interference with wetlands . "Interference" is not defined, but is intended to be the flow or feeding of wetlands . Within 120 metres of a large wetland will require environmental assessment . 120 metres is provincial policy for Provincially Significant Wetland Watercourses . Must have a defined bed and bank . Do not have to have water Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee October 13, 2005 Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee October 13, 2005 Application Process . All applications will require a site investigation . Fee schedule will be revised . Likely there will be little internal change as to how review process works BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING Motion made by Bill Hasiuk at June 9 meeting: Moved by Councillor Robinson, Seconded by Ted Watson 'That this motion be tabled to the November meeting." "CARRIED" Bill Hasiuk is opposed to tabling of this motion. FARMERS MARKET The last farmers market of the season will be held on October 30. The market has been a huge success. The Board of Trade sub-committee for the farmers market will hold a wrap up meeting after the last date. CORRESPONDENCE/COUNCIL ITEMS A letter has been sent requesting a response on the issue of tractor tires. The Region has forwarded the letter on to DAAC. DAAC received a letter from the province indicating that they are trying to develop a program to dispose of car and truck tires. A response has been sent requesting that tractor tires be included. Council received a letter from Mr. Bill Smurly requesting funds to aid in a study of the feasibility of an abator development. This is provided for information purposes only. A letter was received by Council from the Township of Oro-Medonte 05-030 Moved by Dave Davidson, seconded by Neil Allen, 'That the Municipality of C/arington endorse the resolution from the Township of Oro-Medonte," "CARRIED" Municipal Performance This document talks about the preservation of agricultural land. This year, due to changes resulting from the Oak Ridges Moraine legislation, percentage of agricultural land in Clarington is down, Land was moved from the Agricultural designation into Natural Heritage. Dog Strangling Vine This is a common problem in Ontario this year. OMAF has some information. Gary Jeffery is working with OMAF trying different products to try to control this weed. It is not considered a noxious weed. COMMITTEE REPORTS Clarinqton Hiqhwav 407 Community Advisorv Committee The Terms of Reference have been filed. The next stage is an Environmental Assessment. DAAC This years farm tour attracted over 80 people. Sean Devolin works with pesticides at OMAF, he says that licensed pesticides in Canada are effective and require no setbacks, thus making them safe for humans. If a pesticide lists no setback requirement it is considered to be safe and therefore there is no reason for concern. Any that are safe for the operator are considered safe for humans, It is the public perception of how safe pesticides are that is contributing to the need for buffers. DAAC is working on buffers. Establishing them and eliminating problems between farm properties and developments. A report was required to be in to the Region before September to be considered in the Official Plan review. Baie wrap program is up to 21 tons. Seems to be going very well. Feedback indicates that the "Share the Road" signs are not clear. People do not realize that the sign indicates it is an agricultural area. The signs were advertised in the Regional Works newspaper but not community papers. Federation of Aqriculture The Farmers Feed Cities Campaign is in full swing. To date over 14,000 of the yellow postcards have been collected. These postcards will be delivered to the Minister in January. Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee October 13, 2005 Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee October 13, 2005 The Federation is in support of the Durham Wildlife Stewardship. There is an increase in damage by predators/wildlife. This program is attempting to increase the number of deer removal permits issued. Deer are causing a lot of damage. Trespassing is also causing significant damage. Marlene Werrv A program for area schools will start in April 2006 it has been initiated by the dairy produces association and is being run by the commodities group, There will be agricultural education added to the curriculum of grade three classes. This will include tours for local schools to area agricultural operations. A small booth has been reserved at the Royal Winter Fair. This will be used to promote Durham Agricultural. We want to show our diversity. The fair is November 4 -13, 2005. Future Aqenda Items Future Meetings: Russ Powell Peter Dois Greenbelt Task Force Nutrient Management New Regulations (possible Jan.) Next meeting: Heather Brooks, Senior Planner Official Plan & Zoning By-law Request that Fred Horvath update Committee on status of entrance issues from last meeting. Request that Engineering Services Department attend meeting to speak to the issues regarding property entrances. OS-031 Moved by Bill Hasiuk, seconded by Dave Davidson, "That the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington request Council to direct Engineering Services and Works Department to allow the grandfathering on all existing farm entrances." Moved by Gord Robinson, seconded by Neil Allen 'To TABLE the above motion to allow the Director of Engineering Services to attend meeting to discuss the issues involved," "CARRIED" Bill Hasiuk is opposed to the tabling of this motion. . , . Gord Robinson will arrange with Tony Cannella to tour the questionable entrances. Other Business The annual Farmers Parade of Lights will be held the first Wednesday in December. 05-32 Moved by Gary Jeffery, seconded by Gord Robinson "That the meeting be adjourned." CARRIED Meeting adjourned 9:45 p.m. Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee October 13, 2005 ~ Correspondence Item 1-15 CLARINGTON MUSEUMS AND ARCHIVES BOARD MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 9, 2005 Location: Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre Bowmanville, Ontario Present: K. Isnor, Chair D. Climenhage S. Laing J.Vincent J,'Vitheridge T,Oke Councillor P. Pingle Councillor G. Robinson Regrets: M. VanDyk p, Ford H. St. Croix Absent: J. Murray Staff: M. Rutherford Conrad, Administrator M. Home, Recording Secretary 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m. by the Chair. 2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Moved By: Councillor Pingle Seconded By: J, Witheridge THAT the Agenda be approved with the addition of "item d) Friends", under "Committee Reports". MOTION CARRIED MOTION CARRIED _J 3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF September 14, 2005 Moved By: J. Witheridge Seconded By: Councillor Robinson THAT the minutes of the Board Meeting of September 14, 2005 be approved. 4. BUSINESS ARISING a) The Administrator advised that one student is continuing to work at the museum under the Young Canada Works Grant which has been extended to December 15, 2005. Further discussion took place regarding grants available to the museum and the budgt't. Moved by: J. Witheridge Seconded by: J. Vinson THAT the Finance Chair be given permission to adjust the line item in the budget to accommodate the subsidized students. MOTION CARRIED b) The Administrator advised that bookkeeping services have been retained, and the transition was progressing smoothly. The members perused the report and made some recommendations for changes. 5. CORRESPONDENCE Moved by: T.Oke Seconded by: Councillor Pingle THAT the correspondence be received. MOTION CARRIED ,~ 6. COMMITTEE REPORTS a) Finance Committee: The Finance Chair predicts the museum will finish the year below budget. It was suggested some minor changes be made to the report by bookkeeping services. Moved by: Councillor Robinson Seconded by: Councillor Pingle THAT the Finance Committee Report be accepted. MOTION CARRIED b) Property Committee: The Property Chair reported a meeting of the Property Committee would be held in the very near future and that a report on the moving of the Kirby Church would be available for the next board meeting. Repairs to the various museum sites in 2005 will be reviewed along with capital requests for 2006. A detailed report will be available for the December Board Meeting. c) Preserve Kirby: The Administrator advised that a committee has been formed with ten confirmed active members. A logo has been designed and a public information session is to be held November 14th commencing at 7:00 p.m. at the Kirby Church. Three museum board members are on the Committee in addition to Church Trustees and community members. The committee has prepared a fundraising plan. d) Friends: The Chair of the Friends Committee reported that the annual craft sale will be held November 19th from 11 until 2, There are many new ideas for gifts this year and the sale should be very successful. 7. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT The Administrator advised the Clarke Museum site is progressing well, with the school house now fully operational. Many schools are taking advantage of the programs that are being offered on native history and early settlers. The hands on programs are very well received. The Country Christmas Open House will be held November 26 at Clarke Moved by: J. Witheridge Seconded by: T.Oke ,.-~ from 11 - 4 and will feature the Kirby school children coming once again to sing this year. The Edwardian Christmas Open House at the Bowmanville Museum will be held December 2 and will have a new approach in that the house will be lit by candlelight thus providing an even more authentic approach to Edwardian Christmas. Guides will be appearing in costume and the dining room will be set up as in Edwardian times with ongoing commentaries taking place. The Curator will be walking through the streets with a lamp, as in olden times, providing commentary as well. THAT t1>::' A.dministrator's Report be accepted. MOTION CARRIED 8. NEW BUSINESS No report. 9. DATE AND PLACE OF NEXT BOARD MEETING Moved by: J. Witheridge Seconded by: D. Climenhage THAT the Clarington Museums and Archives Board Meetings take place the first Wednesday in each month effective immediately. The next meeting of the Clarington Museums and Archives Board will take place December 7, 2005 at the Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre commencing at 7:00 p.m. MOTION CARRIED 10. ADJOURNMENT Moved by: J. Witheridge THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:35 p.m. , , 5NOu23 Ai1 B:08:2~ .0 Correspondence Item 1-16 CENTRAL LAKE ONTARIO CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MINUTES NO.9 AUTHORITY MEETING Tuesdav. November 15.2005 - 5:00 P.M. MEETING LOCATION: lOOWHITINGAVENUE,OSHAWA .~.'.. AUTHORITY'S ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE, BOARDROOM I ~ Present: J. Schell, Chair P. Perkins, V ice Chair ! ~'t"..' .. . . . ... . .. ... ~- . .?"'i.../ i C. Clarke J.Drumm G.Emm J. Gray J. Kolodzie J.Neal M. Pearce P. Pingle '~~-i ~-"'"' I .'_--1 .-1 .---l J.R. Powell, Chief Administrative Officer D. White, Director, Corporate Services B. Fox, Acting Director, Natural Heritage G. Geissberger, Community Programs D. Hope. Planner M. Hrynyk, General Superintendent P. Sisson, Director, Engineering and Field Operations G. SooChan, Director, Groundwater K. Tate, Administrative AssistantlRecording Secretary Excused: M. Brenner S. Crawford R. Hersey, Director, Development Review and Regulation It' J. Schell, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5;00 p.m. DECLARA nONS of interest by members on any matters herein contained - NONE ADOPTION OF MINUTES Res. #103 Moved by J. Neal Seconded by P. Perkins THAT the Authority minutes of October 18, 2005 be adopted as circulated. CARRIED (2) Staff Report #: FileNo.: Application: Applicant/Owner: Location: : 4558-05 (attached as Schedule 3-4 to 3-6 of Nov. IS/OS) C05-251-F,C (IMS: RPRG2601) to construct a detached garage & associated filling Bernard Katona 14 Ann Street, Bowmanville (Part Lot 11, Broken Front Concession, Clarington) AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES - NOVEMBER 15,2005 - PAGE 2 DIRECTOR, DEVELOPMENT REVIEW & REGULATION (I) Staff Report #4557-05 (attached as Schedule 3-1 to 3-3 of Nov. 15105) Re: Applications for Construction, to Place Fill and to Alter a Watercourse, October I to 31, 2005 Res. #104 Moved by G. Emm Seconded by J. Kolodzie THAT the allached applications be approved and the respective permits be issued. CARRIED Res. # 105 Moved by J. Drumm Seconded by P. Pingle THAT the application be approved subject to the folWwing conditions: 1. The project shaH be generally carried out in accordance wilh the plllns and specifications submilled in support of the application, as they may be amended by the following conditions. Z. The applicant agrees to install and maintain all sedimentation controls as directed by Authority staff. 3. All disturbed areas shall be seeded, sodded or stabilized in some other manner acceptable to the Authority. 4. The applicant agrees to maintain all existing drainage pallerns. CARRIED DIRECTOR, ENGINEERING AND FIELD OPERATIONS (I) Staff Report #4559-05 (attached as Schedule 4,1 of Nov. 15105 - NOTE: Schedule 4-2 circulated previously to members) Re: Bowmanville Wests ide Marshes Conservation Area Tender for Parking Lot, Trail and Viewing Mound Construction Res. #106 Moved by P. Pingle Seconded by P. Perkins THAT Staff Report #4559-05 be received for information; and, THAT Garf McQuaid Ercavating be awarded CWCA contract 2005-01 for completion of parking lot, trails, and viewing mounds at the Bowmanville Westside Marshes Conservation Area. CARRIED J. Gray arrived at 5:03 p.m. Res. #107 Moved by G. Emm Seconded by J. Kolodzie THAT the meeting convene "In Camera" to discuss a properly mailer. CARRIED Res. # 109 Moved by J. Drumm Seconded by J. Neal THAT the meeting reconvene. CARRIED THAT the meeting adjourn. CARRIED AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES - NOVEMBER 15,2005 - PAGE 3 Res. #110 Moved by J. Kolodzie Seconded by P. Pingle THAT the actions of the "In Camera" session be adopted. CARRIED C. Clarke arrived at 5: 10 p.m. MUNICIPAL AND OTHER BUSINESS P. Perkins raised the subject of the new greenbelt legislation. Discussion ensued. Comments were made by J.R. Powell in reply to some of the questions raised by members. On behalf of the City of Oshawa, C. Clarke presented a Certificate of Appreciation to J. Schell thanking C.L.O.C.A. for supporting the 2005 Communities ;n Bloom Program. J. Schell extended thanks and appreciation to all staff that contributed in any way. ADJOURNMENT Res. #111 Moved by G. Emrn Seconded by J. Gray The meeting adjourned at 5:23 p.m. DATE: FILE: S.R.: November 8, 2005 IMS: RPRG2339 4557 -05 APPROVED BY C.A.O.~' Schedule 3-1 of Nov. 15,2005 REPORT CENTRAL LAKE ONTARIO CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MEMO TO: Chair and Members, CLOCA Board of Directors FROM: R. Hersey, Director - Development Review and Regulation SUBJECT: APPLICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION, TO PLACE FILL AND TO ALTER A WATERCOURSE - OCTOBER 1 to 31. 2005 The attached applications are brought forward as a matter of record since they are all of a minor nature and are generally outside of the Regional Storm floodlines. However, since each site falls within the scheduled areas covered by the Authority's Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulation, the appropriate permit(s) can only be issued with the Authority's approval, pursuant to Section 28(1) of The Conservation Authorities Act. RECOMMENDATION: THAT the attached applications be approved and the respective permits be issued. RHIklt Attach. s:\reports\2005\sr4557 -05.doc REPORT #1 ~inglon REPORT TO COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 28, 2005 SUBJECT: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21,2005 RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. RECEIVE FOR INFORMATION (a) EGD-042-05 - Monthly Report on Building Permit Activity for September, 2005 (b) CSD-016-05 - High Five Quality Assurance Program (c) ADM-005-05 - Corporate Health and Safety Program 2. FORTHWITH RECOMMENDATIONS (a) CLD-043-05 - Order to Restrain - Appeal Hearing Process (b) COD-061-05 - CL2005-42, Rehabilitation of Sand Dome (Former) Waste Transfer Station 3. APPLICATION FOR PROPOSED PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT FOR 422 RESIDENTIAL DWELLINGS APPLICANT: FAR SIGHT INVESTMENTS LIMITED THAT Report PSD-134-05 be received; THAT the application for a proposed Plan of Subdivision and rezoning application submitted by Far Sight Investments Limited be referred back to staff for further processing and the preparation of a subsequent report; and, THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-134-05 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY 01' CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET. BOWMANVILLE. ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T (905) 623,3379 Report #1 - 2- November 28, 2005 4. APPLICATION FOR PROPOSED DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT FOR 19 SINGLE DETACHED DWELLINGS OWNER: THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON THAT Report PSD-135-05 be received; THAT the application for the proposed draft plan of subdivision (S-C-2005-005) and the application to amend Zoning By-law 84-63, submitted by D.G. Biddle and Associates on behalf of the Municipality of Clarington be referred back to Staff; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-135-05 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. ~- 5. REZONING TO PERMIT FOUR SEMI-DETACHED RESIDENTIAL UNITS APPLICANT: THE KAITLlN GROUP LTD. THAT Report PSD-136-05 be received; THAT the application to amend Zoning By-law 84-63, submitted by the Kaitlin Group Ltd. on behalf of 1532746 Ontario Inc. be approved and that the by-law contained in Report PSD-136-05 (Attachment 2) be forwarded to Council for adoption; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-136-05 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. 6. BROOKHILL NEIGHBOURHOOD SUBWATERSHED STUDY - FINAL REPORT THAT Report PSD-137-05 be received; THAT the Brookhill Neighbourhood Subwatershed Study - Final Report be received; THAT the recommendations contained with the Brookhill Neighbourhood Subwatershed Study - Final Report be adopted as the basis for subwatershed management within the study area; THAT staff be authorized to initiate the necessary amendments to the Clarington Official Plan to implement the recommendations of the Brookhill Neighbourhood Subwatershed Study - Final Report; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-137-05 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Report #1 - 3 - November 28, 200S 7. REZONING TO PERMIT 2 SINGLE DETACHED DWELLINGS APPLICANT: LESLIE CHATHAM THAT Report PSD-139-0S be received; THAT the rezoning application submitted by Leslie Chatham be approved and that the Zoning By-law amendment attached to Report PSD-139-0S be adopted by Council; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-139-0S and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. 8. APPLICATION FOR PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND REZONING TO PERMIT 47 RESIDENTIAL UNITS APPLlCAtjT: HOME-LAND DEVELOPMENT GROUP LIMITED -- THAT Report PSD-140-0S be received; THAT the application for proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision 18T-92004, as amended and submitted by Home-Land Development Group Limited be approved, and that the Director of Planning Services be authorized to issue Draft Approval, subject to the conditions as contained in Attachment 2 to Report PSD-140-0S; THAT the application to amend Zoning By-law 84-63, be approved and that the Amending By-law, as per Attachment 3, attached to Report PSD-140-0S, be forwarded to Council for approval; THAT a By-law to remove the Holding (H) symbol be forwarded to Council at such time that the applicant has entered into a subdivision agreement; THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized by By-law, to execute a Subdivision Agreement between the Owner and the Municipality of Clarington at such time as the agreement has been finalized to the satisfaction of the Directors of Engineering Services and Planning Services; THAT a copy of Report PSD-140-0S and Council's decision be forwarded to the Region of Durham Planning Department; and THAT all interest parties listed in Report PSD-140-0S and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Report #1 -4- November 28, 200S 9. 20 KING STREET EAST FACADE AND TRANSIT SHELTER THAT Report EGD-043-0S be received; THAT the fal(ade and transit shelter as recommended for 20 King Street East, estimated at $400,000, be conceptually approved, that $100,000 of funding be committed from the Clarington Transit Reserve Fund and the remaining $300,000 of the required funding be considered in the Municipality's 2006 Capital Budget; THAT the design development of the fal(ade and transit shelter be reviewed and refined with the input of the Bowmanville BIA, LACAC, and other stakeholders; and THAT all irllerested parties listed for Report EGD-043-0S and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. 10. CL2005-41, DIVISION STREET RECONSTRUCTION THAT Report COD-062-0S be received; THAT Ron Robinson Limited, Bowmanville, Ontario with a revised total bid in the amount of $343,644.09 (Plus G.S.T.), being the lowest responsible bidder meeting all terms, conditions, and specifications of Tender CL200S-41, be awarded the contract for the Division Street Reconstruction as required by the Engineering Department; THAT funds required in the amount of $280,000.00 ($369,324.09 tender plus contingencies, consulting and soils, credit of $2S,680.00 for delayed construction, less Region of Durham's portion) be drawn from Engineering 200S Capital Budget Account # 110-32-330-83266-7401; and THAT the By-law attached to Report COD-062-0S, marked Schedule "A", authorizing the Mayor and the Clerk to execute the necessary agreement be approved, 11. TENDER CL2005-40, WESTMORE STREET AND JANE AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION, COURTlCE THAT Report COD-063-0S be received; THAT Switz-Con Construction Services Ltd., Cobourg, Ontario with a total bid in the amount of $818,302.00 (excluding G.S.T.), being the lowest responsible bidder meeting all terms, conditions, and specifications of Tender CL200S-40, be awarded the contract for the Westmore Street and Jane Avenue Reconstruction, Courtice, as required by the Engineering Department; Report #1 - S - November 28, 200S THAT the total funds required in the amount of $79S,000.00 ($818,302.00 tender plus consulting, contingencies, utilities and Net G.S.T. less Region of Durham portion) be drawn as follows: a) $400,000.00 from the 200S Engineering Department Capital Budget Account # 110-32-330-83270-7401; (as identified on page 193 of the Capital Budget); b) $200,000.00 from the 200S Engineering Department Capital Budget Account # 110-32-330-83269-7401; (as identified on page 191 of the Capital Budget); c) $171,138.00 from the development charge - roads and related reserve fund; d) $23,862.00 from the municipal works reserve fund; and YHA T the By-law marked Schedule "A" attached to Report COD-063-0S authorizing the Mayor and the Clerk to execute the necessary agreement be approved. 12. NEWCASTLE BRANCH LIBRARY - PROJECT PLANNING THAT Report ADM-006-0S be received; and THAT a copy of Report ADM-006-0S be provided to the Library Board for its information. 13. PRESENTATION - VERNON WHITE - CHIEF OF POLICE THAT Chief of Police, Vernon White, Inspector Bill Temple, and Doug Moffatt, Chair, Durham Regional Police Services Board, be thanked for their presentation. Council is looking forward to working with Durham Regional Police Services to create a safe environment for our residents. SUMMARY OF BY-LAWS NOVEMBER 28, 2005 BY-LAWS 2005-219 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle (The Kaitlin Group Ltd.) (Item #5 of Report #1) 2005-220 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle (Leslie Chatham) (Item #7 of Report #1) 2005-221 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning ~:~aw for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle (Home- Land Development Group Limited) (Item #8 of Report #1) 2005-222 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Braunstein, Braunstein Construction Ltd., Toronto, Ontario t enter into agreement for the Rehabilitation of Sand Dome (former) Waste Transfer Station (Item #2 b of Report #1) 2005-223 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Ron Robinson Limited, Bowmanville, Ontario, to enter into agreement for the division Street Reconstruction (Item #10 of Report #1) 2005-224 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Switz-Con Construction Services ltd., Cobourg, Ontario, to enter into agreement for the Westmore Street and Jane Avenue Reconstruction, Courtice (Item #11 of Report #1) 2005-225 being a by-law to appoint a Manager of Municipal Law Enforcement to delegate Council's authority to conduct hearings and to rule on appeals, as per section 104 of the Municipal Act, and to repeal By-law 91-158 (Item #2 a of Report #1) 2005-226 being a by-law to amend By-law 99-90, a by-law to license, regulate and prohibit certain animals or classes thereof within the limits of the Municipality of Clarington, or defined areas therein (Item #2 a of Report #1 ) 2005-227 being a by-law to declare Part 1 on Reference Plan 40R-23825 to be surplus 2005-228 being a by-law to stop and close as a public highway Part 1 on Reference Plan 40R-23825 and to authorize the conveyance of Part 1 on Reference Plan 40R-23825 to Dr. Aubrey Kassirer and Dr. Debra Jefferson . '" I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I CfNi!Jgron MEMO CLERK'S DEPARTMENT To: Mayor Mutton and Members of Council From: Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk Date: November 28, 2005 Subject: COUNCIL'MEETING NOVEMBER 28, 2005 Would you please include the following items on tonight's Council Meeting: 1. Presentation Representative of Veridian - Dividend payment to shareholders. 2. Correspondence Item D _ 9 Willie Woo and Donna Metcalf-Woo writing regarding the 4th Polar Bear Swim to raise awareness of the urgent need of organ tissue donations and to raise funds for the Canadian Liver Foundation into the research of biliary artresia. Biliary Artresia affects about one child per sixteen thousand births in North America. The bile ducts in the liver fail to develop properly and often lead to severe liver damage. Last year a donation of $4,250.00 was presented to the Canadian Liver Foundation. Since 2006 is the 150th Anniversary of the Incorporation of the Village of Newcastle, the Clarington Polar Bear Swim is proud to partner with the Sesquicentennial celebrations. They are asking Council's approve for the attendance of the members of the Clarington Fire Station #2 to ensure that there is an emergency service presence. (Motion for Direction) 3. Reports Report #3 - Confidential Verbal Report of the Solicitor - Legal Matter CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1 C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 CLERK'S DEPARTMENT MEMO 4. Other Business I have attached a resolution which Councillor Robinson is going to introduce with respect to the Farmers Market interest free loan. ff2 I! /' - Patti L. Barrie, A.M.C.T. Municipal Clerk attach. cc: F. Wu, Chief Administrative Officer Department Heads " PAGE 2 ~, . I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I ," I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Councillor Robinson MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON COUNCIL RESOLUTION # DATE NOVEMBER 28.2005 MOVED BY SECONDED BY WHEREAS Council is supportive of the ongoing success of the farmers market undertaken in conjunction with the Clarington Board of Trade; WHEREAS Council on May 2, 2005, approved an interest free loan of $5,000 to be repaid in two years to fund start-up costs associated with the farmers market; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the interest-free loan be repaid as follows: $2,500 at the end of the market season in 2006 and $2,500 at the end of the market season in 2007 in order to allow the farmers market time to further develop and enhance the popularity of the market. " I I I I ! I I I I I I I I I I : I I I I I I I I I I I I Kawartha Conservation I Formed and governed by municipalities Jurisdiction defined by watershed 9 person Board of Directors 18 staff with diversity of ~rtise KA\'\'ARTHA CONSf.FNA.TION I I I I I Environmental Advisory Services Commenting on minor variances, severances, zoning bylaws, official plan amendments, site plan approvals, plans of subdivision Regulations under the CA Act Landowner information requests I I I I I Presentation Objectives: Update Council on 2005 activities Highlight the 2006 budget document ~ KAW/\RTli.'\ CON'>UlVA1ION ~ ""'~,! Services to your municipality include: Environmentai Advisory Services Environmental Technical Services Environmental Protection and Restoration Services ~ KAWARTHA CON.\ERVATIPr-.; Environmental Technical Services . Water monitoring, quantity/quality; surface/groundwater . Biological indicators- amphibians, benthos, fisheries . Natural heritage evaluations; subwatershed plans Flood forecasting . Source Water Protection 1 Environmental Protection and Restoration Services . Includes shoreline naturalization landowner consultations, educational outreach management of conservation areas 2006 Budget Document Two components: "Operating budget supported by municipal levy and other revenues ..ICapital projects for the municipality ~ KA\\'ARTHA CONSF.RV~TION 2006 Proposed Initiatives: . Lake Scugog Environmental Management Plan ORMCP Beach Naturalization CANWEf Nutrient Model Landowner Grants . Source Water Protection ~ning I<AWARTHA !.ONSf.RVAll0"l 2005 Initiatives Lake SCUQog Environmental Mgmt Plan East Cross Forest Mgmt Plan Nonquon River Fisheries Mgmt Plan Nonquon River Subwatershed Study . William's Creek Shoreline Naturalization Source Water Protection Generic Regulations ELC for Galway-Cavendish & Harvey 2006 Operating Budget Overview Total operating is $1 ,552,700 Supported by municipal levy of $975,900 and $594,800 from other revenue sources Region of Durham levy is $333,086; an increase of $30,816 Cost per $100,000 is $ 3.49; an Increase of $0.24 ~ KAWARTHA (Dr-;SERVATKJ'. I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 2 I I I ~ KAWARTHA CONSERVATION Quick Facts on 2005 Conservation Activities Supplemental to the Presentation to Council We are pleased to provide a brief summary of program activity as of October 31st, and an update on special initiatives benefiting the Kawartha watershed. Environmental Advisory Services Environmental Protection We review and comment on planning applications as a and Restoration service to our member municipalities. This is done from an Shoreline Naturalization and conservation areas are man- environmental perspective under the authority of Ontario aged under Environmental Protection and Restoration, Regulation 33/94 Fill, Construction and Alteration to Water- ways Regulation, Through the Shoreline Naturalization Program many initiatives were identified in 2005 and grant applications . 509 applications within the Kawartha watershed have to environmentally-minded organizations were success- been received and processed as of October 31, 2005 ful in securing over $20,000 in financial support for these endeavours. Shoreline activity in 2005 included: . 3 demonstration sites initiated . hosted professional conference in March . held 3 landowners' workshops . organized Earth Day activity . ran 3 "Understanding and Marketing Waterfront Properties" professional development courses for real- tors (RECO certified) . delivered 41 landowner consultations . secured 10 Landowner Grant projects Kawartha Conservation owns or manages four conserva- tion or natural areas which are open to the public. These lands are held in public trust to preserve environmentally sensitive and valuable areas. We maintain trails on each of these properties for the passive use and enjoyment of the community. Conservation and natural areas include: . Ken Reid Conservation Area . Pigeon River Headwaters Conservation Area . Fleetwood Creek Natural Area . Windy Ridge Conservation Area I I I I I Environmental Technical Services I Throughout the year staff performed water monitoring activities as part of provincial networks and for watershed management. . 10 groundwater wells were monitored through the Provincial Groundwater Monitoring Network (PGMN) . dedicated pumps were installed in each groundwater well in accordance with Reg 903 . 11 sites were sampled for over 40 parameters for the Provincial Water Quality Monitoring Network . 4 gauge stations delivered 24 hour water quantity monitoring . 4 snow survey sites monitored . provided expertise to capital projects . GIS mapping supported programming and capital projects . Kawartha Water Watch volunteers under staff supervi- sion performed water sampling on seven waterbodies using 35 sampling sites Technical data about water quantity and quality is gathered for the purposes of developing a watershed profile. This information is valuable to our Environmental Advisory Services staff when reviewing planning applications and is a useful guide to municipalities when planning for future development. I I I I I I I I I I I Continued over.... KA WART I-I A C:ONSERVATIO)l 2005 Conservaliol1 A cl ivir ies 2 I Capital Projects 2005 I Generic Regulations During 2005 we have been moving through the process of bringing our current regulations into conformity with new provincial regulations. Our application will be submitted to the Ministry of Natural Resources prior to the end of this year, following Board approval. The new regulation, Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses, commonly referred to as Generic Regulations, is expected to be in place by the spring of 2006. Kawartha Conservation Watershed I I Other 2005 Initiatives I Source Water Protection During 2005 our technical staff were involved in compiling information for the provincially funded Source Water Pro- tection (SWP) initiative. Legislation around Source Water Protection is expected in 2006, and we have begun steps towards defining a water budget for the greater Trent River watershed and our own Kawartha watershed. I I I I I I I I KAWARTHA CONSERVATION 277 Kenrei Road, Lindsay, ON K9V 4R1 Tel: 705.328.2271, Fax: 705.328.2286 Toll free: 1.800.668.5722 www.kawarthaconservation.com geni nfo@kawarthaconservation.com I I I I I I I I Fill, Construction Regulation Soon to be Consistent Province Wide I In the late 1990s, the provincial government carried out a review of the Conservation Authorities Act to ensure that its regulations were consistent across the province and complemented Planning Act provincial policies respecting Natural Hazards and Natural Heritage. The existing regulation that governed these activities - the Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulation - was amended and renamed the Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses, Ontario Regulation 97/04 (commonly called Generic Regulations). Kawartha Conservation, like all other CAs, is in the process of bringing its own regulations into compliance with Regulation 97/04, as directed by the Ministry of Natural Resources. A part of this process is to inform the public about the upcoming changes I I I I I I I I that will regulate development near water, wetlands or erosion prone areas. Three information sessions are being held in November across the watershed to enable the community to learn about the changes and to provide comment. Future steps include Board approval, peer review and finally Ministry Public Invited to Learn about Scugog Studies I ov.3Oth Where: Scugog Community Centre, Reach Street, Port Perry I I Kawartha Conservation invites the public to come out to the Scugog Community Centre to learn about the health of Lake Scugog and its tributaries, the condition of fisheries in the Nonquon Subwatershed and the potential for development in the Nonquon Industrial Area. Staff will be onhand to explain the I I purpose, methods and findings of three environmental studies led by Kawartha Conservation in the Township of Scugog. They are: . Nonquon Subwatershed Study . Nonquon Fisheries Study and . Lake Scugog Environmental Management Plan (LSEMP) Everyone is invited to attend the afternoon or evening session. Refreshments will be served. For more information call 705.328.2271 or 1.800.668.5722 or email geninfo @kawarthaconservation.com. . The new regulations will enable Kawartha Canser- vation to better safeguard people and property. approval, expected early in 2006. Questions may be directed to Iryna Shulyarenko at 705.328.2271 or 1.800.668.5722, email ishulyarenko@ kawarthaconservation.com. . Upcoming Events: November 15, 21, 22, 28 Municipal Budget Presentations November 16, 17, 18 AD Latomell Conservation Symposium November 22, 24, 30 Generic Regulations Public Information Sessions November 30 Scugog Open House, Port Perry December 7 Kawartha Conservation Board of Directors Meeting January 18 Annual General Meeting, Port Perry Upd<<te is produced by Knwartha Conserva- tion, 277 Kenrei Rd" Lindsay, ON K9V 4Rl. Inquiries may be directed to Lezlie Goodwin, Communications Specialist 705.328.2271 ext. 220, or 19oodunn@kawarthaconservation.com. According to Environment Canada, one litre of motor oil can contaminate two million litres of drinking water. Once polluted, groundwater is very difficult if not impossible to restore. I K<\WARTHA CONSERVATION , 2 Levell Low Water Condition lifted The Levell Low Water Condition was lifted for the Kawartha Watershed on Octo- ber 28th. It had been in effect for over three months. Levell is the first indication of a potential water supply problem and calls for a voluntary 10% reduction of water use for non-essential purposes. This is accomplished through public education. Precipitation for August and September returned to expected levels, bringing the three month average to within the historical range of normal. Kawartha Conservation will continue to monitor water levels and will advise stake- holders if levels warrant reinstating the condition. , Green Cover Partners CAs, Agricultural Community The Ontario Soil and Crop Improve- ment Association (OSCIA) recently selected watershed-based conserva- tion authorities, through Conservation Ontario, to help deliver the Green- cover Canada program to agricultural producers. The Greencover Canada program will offer technical and financial assistance to agricultural producers wishing to adopt Beneficial Management Prac- tices (BMPs). These practices include improving soil productivity, protecting water quality, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and enhancing biodiversity and wildlife habitat. Under the arrangement, OSOA will fund Kawartha Conservation for con- sultations provided to the agricultural community in the Kawartha Watershed. Eligible projects include buffer strips and livestock fencing projects along- side watercourses; structural erosion control work next to creeks; and tree shelterbelt plantings. Registered farm businesses establishing eligible BMPs may receive up to 50 percent in cost- sharing to a maximum of a $20,000 grant with the possibility of additional funding from the municipality. "Through the Green Cover Canada program we will provide technical as- sistance to a large and vital component of our watershed," says Kristie Vir- goe, Manager, Environmental Protec- tion and Restoration with Kawartha Conservation and adds "We welcome the opportunity to reconnect with the agricultural community." , 2006 Budget Preparations Moving Forward Kawartha Conservation presented the 2006 draft budget to its Board of Directors on October 26th at which time it was approved for distribution to its six municipal members. The budget will be brought before the Board again on December 7th, 2005 for final approval. The Kawartha Region Conservation Authority is a partnership of the City of Kawartha Lakes, the Townships of Scugog, Brock, Cavan-Millbrook-North Monaghan and Galway-Cavendish- Harvey, and the Municipality of Clarington. Kawartha Conservation CAO Ian Macnab will make a brief presentation regarding the budget to each municipal council during November. The 2006 budget is $1,552,700, which is supported by municipal levies totalling $975,900, with $594,800 generated from other reVenue sources. Copies of the 2006 draft budget document are available upon request. Call 705.328.2271 or 1.800.668.5722 or email geninfo@ kawarthaconservation.com. , Children's Water Festival Quenches Thirsty Minds , I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I