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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/21/1988 . . . . TOWN OF NEWCASTLE General Purpose & Administration Committee Minutes of a meeting of the General Purpose & Administration Committee held on March 21, 1988, at 9:30 a.m., in Court Room #2. March 21, 1988 ROLL CALL Present Were: Mayor J. Winters Councillor A. Cowman Councillor D. Hamre Councillor M. Hubbard Councillor McKnight Councillor F. Stapleton Councillor A. Wotten Also Present: Chief Administrative Officer, L. Kotseff Town Clerk, D. W. Oakes Director of Public Works, W. Evans Treasurer, J. Blanchard Director of Planning, T. Edwards (until 11:05 a.m.) Fire Chief, J. Aldridge Acting Director of Community Services, J. Caruana Councillor Hubbard chaired this portion of the meeting. PUBLIC MEETINGS Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and Official Plan Amendment, Part of Lot 23, Concession 2, former Township of Darlington Earl Cross The Chairman announced the purpose of the public meeting. As required under the new Planning Act (Section 34(12), Council lis holding a public meeting prior to either adopting or rejecting the proposed zoning by-law amendment for Part of Lot 23, Concession 2, former Township of Darlington. The Chairman asked if there were any persons present wishing to speak to this matter. Three persons indicated a desire to speak to this amendment. Before proceeding with this matter, the Chairman asked the Clerk to advise on the manner of notice. The Clerk advised that: a) Public Notice was mailed to property owners within 120m of the subject property on February 18, 1988; b) Notice of the public meeting was posted on the property by February 19, 1988; c) The Notice complies with the regulations under the Planning Act. . . . . G.P.A. Minutes PUBLIC HEARINGS - 2 - March 21, 1988 The Chairman requested that any person wishing further notice of the passage of the by-law, to please leave their name, address and telephone number with the Clerk. The Chairman called on the Director of Planning to briefly describe the purpose and effect of the by-law, and how the by-law accomplishes the stated purpose. The proposed zoning by-law amendment would change the zone category of a 1.01 ha parcel of land in Part of Lot 23, Concession 2, former Township of Darlington, from "Environmental Protection (EP)" to an appropriate zone, to permit the development of one (1) additional non-farm related residential lot. No appeared in objection or support of the application. The applicant Mr. Cross asked that the separation of lands requested, be approved to permit the creation of two (2) lots 1~ acres in size. The Chairman concluded this portion of the public meeting. ********************************************* Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and Official Plan Amendment, Part Lot 11, Concession 2, former Town of Bowmanville . Bos VanAndel The Chairman announced the purpose of the public meeting. As required under the new Planning Act (Section 34(12), Council is holding a public meeting prior to either adopting or rejecting the proposed zoning by-law amendment for Part of Lot 11, Concession 2, former Town of Bowmanville. The Chairman asked if there were any persons present wishing to speak to this matter. Five persons indicated a desire to speak to this amendment. Before proceeding with this matter, the Chairman asked the Clerk to advise on the manner of notice. The Clerk advised that: a) Public notice was mailed to property owners within 120m of the subject property on February 18, 1988; b) Notice of the public meeting was posted on the property by February 19, 1988; c) The notice complies with the regulations under the Planning Act. The Chairman requested that any person wishing further notice of the passage of the by-law, to please leave their name, address and telephone number with the Clerk. . . . . G.P.A. Minutes PUBLIC HEARINGS - 3 - March 21, 1988 The Chairman called on the Director of Planning to briefly describe the purpose and effect of the by-law, and how the by-law accomplishes the stated purpose. The proposed zoning amendment would change the zone category of a 0.59 ha parcel in Part of Lot 11, Concession 2, former Town of Bowmanville, from "Urban Residential Type One (R1)", to an appropriate zone to permit the development of a 46 unit rental apartment building. The proposed Official Plan amendment would change the designation of the subject lands from "Low Density Residential" to an appropriate designation to permit the development. The Chairman announced that questions may be asked concerning the manner of notice or the purpose and effect of the by-law and that all questions must be asked through the Chair. No questions were asked. The Chairman announced that Committee would now hear from objectors, first explaining that Council wished input prior to a final decision. Mr. Robert Biss, 33 Prout Drive, Bowmanville, presented a petition containing 136 signatures objecting to the application. The objectors are concerned with the high density, parking and traffic congestion and the lack of notice to area residents of the proposed change. He indicated that the residents of Sunset Blvd. also opposed the development. The area is currently single family dwellings and should stay that way. Mr. Ernest Goldman, 23 Third Street, Bowmanville, opposed the proposal because the area is a quiet residential section with the exception of the existing small apartment on the subject site. Increased density would adversely impact upon the area. Mr. Ted Arends, 5 Bernard Street, BowmanviIle, opposed the proposal because part of the parking lot would be located opposite his home. He agreed with concerns of previous speakers. Mrs. Kelly Routh, 45 Prout Drive, Bowmanville, stated that the proposed development would be immediately to the rear of her property. Already there"isa problem with garbage and debris. Approval of the development would result in the loss of privacy and an increase in the unpleasant things which come from high rise development. Mr. Ron Armstrong, of the Jones and Jones Law Firm, appeared on behalf of the applicant. The proposal would see the re- development of the existing units and the construction of a new building which would result in a total of 46 units on the site. Recognizing that the objectors were concerned, Mr. Armstrong agreed to hold a public meeting to explain fully the proposed project and hopefully satisfy their concerns. The Chairman concluded this portion of the public meeting. ******************************************** . . . . G.P.A. Minutes PUBLIC HEARINGS - 4 - March 21, 1988 Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, Part of Lot 35, Concession 3, former Township of Clarke, Peter Feddema The Chairman announced the purpose of the public meeting. As required under the new Planning Act (Section 34(12), Council is holding a public meeting prior to either adopting or rejecting the proposed zoning by-law amendment for Part of Lot 35, Concession 3, former Township of Clarke. The Chairman asked if speak to this matter. amendment. there were any persons present wishing to No one was present to speak to this Before proceeding with this matter, the Chairman asked the Clerk to advise on the manner of notice. The Clerk advised that: a) Public notice was mailed to property owners within 120m of the subject property on February 18, 1988; b) Notice of the public meeting was posted on the property by February 19, 1988; c) The notice complies with the regulations under the Planning Act. The Chairman requested that any person wishing further notice of thepassage'Jof the by-law, to please leave their name, address and telephone number with the Clerk. The Chairman called on the Director of Planning to briefly describe the purpose and effect of the by-law, and how the by-law accomplishes the stated purpose. The proposed zoning by-law amendment would change the zone category of a 1.9 ha parcel in Part Lot 35, Concession 3, former Township of Clarke, from "Agricultural Exception (Al)" to an appropriate zone to permit the development of one (1) additional non-farm related residential lot. The Chairman announced that questions may be asked concerning the manner of notice or the purpose and effect of the by-law, and that all questions must be asked through the Chair. No questions were asked. The Chairman announced that Committee would now hear from objectors, first explaining that Council wished input prior to a final decision. No one appeared in objection or in support of the application. Mr. Feddema the owner, indicated he was satisfied with the recommendations. The Chairman concluded this portion of the public meeting. ******************************************** . . . . G. P .A. Mi nutes PUBLIC HEARINGS - 5 - March 21, 1988 Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, Part of Lot 29, Concession 3, former Township of Darlington, Frances Scanga The Chairman announced the purpose of the public meeting. As required under the new Planning Act (Section 34(12), Council is holding a public meeting prior to either adopting or rejecting the proposed zoning by-law amendment for Part of Lot 29, Concession 3, former Township of Darlington. The Chairman asked if there were any persons present wishing to speak to this matter. No one was present to speak to th i s amendment. Before proceeding with this matter, the Chairman asked the Clerk to advise on the manner of notice. The Clerk advised that: a) Public notice was mailed to property owners within 120m of the subject property on February 18, 1988; b) Notice of the public meeting was posted on the property by February 19, 1988; c) The notice complies with the regulations under the Planning Act. The Chairman requested that any person wishing further notice of the passage of the by-law, to please leave their name, address and telephone number with the Clerk. The Chairman called on the Director of Planning to briefly describe the purpose and effect of the by-law, and how the by-law accomplishes the stated purpose. The proposed zoning by-law amendment would change the zone category of a 3.39 ha parcel in Part of Lot 29, Concession 3, former Township of Darlington, from "Agricultural (A)" to an appropriate zone to permit the development of a six lot Estate Residential Plan of Subdivision. The Chairman announced that questions may be asked concerning the manner of notice or the purpose and effect of the by-law, and that all questions must be asked through the Chair. No questions were asked. The Chairman announced that Committee would now hear from objectors, first explaining that Council wished input prior to a final decision. No one appeared in objection or in support of the application. The applicant indicated she was satisfied with the recommendations in the report. The Chairman concluded this portion of the public meeting. ******************************************** . . . . G.P.A. Minutes PUBLIC HEARINGS - 6 - March 21, 1988 Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, Part of Lots 15 & 16, Concession 1, former Town of Bowmanville, West Bowmanville Developments Limited The Chairman announced the purpose of the public meeting. As required under the new Planning Act (Section 34(12), Council is holding a public meeting prior to either adopting or rejecting the proposed zoning by-law amendment for Part of Lots 15 &,,16,,;C(IlocesSionl,:fbrmerTownof Bowmanville. The Chil.irmanrasked if speak to this matter. to this amendment. there were any persons present wishing to One person indicated a desire to speak Before proceeding with this matter, the Chairman asked the Clerk to advise on the manner of notice. The Clerk advised that: a) Public notice was mailed to property owners within 120m of the subject property on February 18, 1988; b) Notice of the public meeting was posted on the property by February 19, 1988; c) The notice complies with the regulations under the Planning Act. The Chairman requested that any person wishing further notice of the passage of the by-law, to please leave their name, address and telephone number with the Clerk. The Chairman called on the Town Clerk to briefly describe the purpose and effect of the by-law, and how the by-law accomplishes the stated purpose. The proposed zoning by-law would change the zone category of a 3.3 ha parcel of land in Part of Lots 15 & 16, Concession 1, former Town of Bowmanville, from "Agricultural (A)" to an appropriate zone to permit the development of a shopping centre. The Chairman announced that questions may be asked concerning the manner of notice or the purpose and effect of the by-law, and that all questions must be asked through the Chair. No questions were asked. The Chairman announced that Committee would now hear from objectors, first explaining that Council wished input prior to a final decision. Mr. Ian Pollack, Lot 6, Concession 1, R. R. #6, Bowmanville, advised that he lived to the west of the development and was concerned that the drainage would adversely affecLhis property given the natural slope of the lands in the area. Mr. Ted Sikura, Planning Consultant, Whitby, appeared on behalf of the applicant, and indicated that Mr. Pollack's concerns would be addressed by the developers. The Chairman concluded this portion of the public meeting. G.P.A. Minutes ~ DBLEGATIONS . ~ . RECESS PLANNING REPORTS Municipal Street Addresses 60.2.103. - 7 - March 21, 1988 Mr. Bill Rowland, owner of lands in Part of Lot 31, Concession 7, former Township of Clarke, spoke to Committee with respect to the recommendations in Report PD-71-88. He wanted the application approved because the land was marginal and not fit for farm purposes. Area developing into residential use and his lots would enhance the residential uses in the area. Mrs. Betty ,Adams, 678 Sunset Boulevard, Newcastle Village, appeared on behalf of the Newcastle Hall Board, and asked that the Board's grant request of $15,000 be approved. The N.C.S.A.B. had recommended $11,000 and it was not sufficient to cover all of the projects proposed by the Board. Certain improvements and repairs to the Hall were necessary to keep it in first-class oondition. Dr. E. J. Pinto, R.R. #2, Bowmanville, submitted a written presentation and requested that the Council of the Town of Newcastle redefine and relocate the boundary lines which delineate the industrial zones in the lands surrounding his holdings in such a way that the industrial zoning would not adversely impact upon his property. He asked that the issue be studied carefully and that Council not be hasty in its decisions. Mr. Frank Haynes was represented by Mr. Bill Valliere, who asked that the creation of the Endangered Animal Sanctuary proposed for Green Road near Highway 401 be approved. He advised that a lease/purchase agreement had been negotiated for approximately 50 acres and it was the intention to construct a facility to house all kinds of animals. He indicated that funding was through donations and sponsor support, that they carried 5.5 million dollars of liability insurance, and that the project would enhance, not conflict with other similar facilities. He concluded by saying that their safety standards would exceed the Town's requirements. Resolution #GPA-170-88 Moved by Councillor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Wotten THAT there be a 10 minute recess. "CARRIED" The meeting resumed at 10:50 a.m. Resolution #GPA-171-88 Moved by Councillor Stapleton, seconded by Councillor Hamre 1. That Report PD-61-88 be received; and 2. That staff proceed with the necessary notices. "CARRIED" G.P.A. Minutes - 8 - March 21, 1988 . PLANNING REPORTS Resolution #GPA-172-88 Summary of Moved by Councillor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Wotten Commi ttee of Adjustment Apps. THAT Report PD-62-88 be received for information. February 18/25/88 60.81.2. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-173-88 Courtice Urban Area Moved by Councillor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Stapleton Development Agreements Frab Investments 1. That Report PD-63-88 be received; and Kingsberry Properties 60.46.176 2. That the request submitted on behalf of Frab Investments for 60.46.193. a reduction in the letter of credit, Plan 10M-779, from $53,326.00 to $25,709.63 in consideration of the works completed be approved; and . . 3, That the request submitted on behalf of Remlark Holdings Ltd., Plan 10M-781, for a reduction in the letter of credit from $412,007.97 to $291,818.60 in consideration of the works completed be approved; and 4. That the request submitted on behalf of Kingsberry Properties for a reduction in the letter of credit for Plan 10M-796 from $119,118.62 to $51,276.44 in consideration of the works completed be approved; and 5. That the request submitted on behalf of Kingsberry Properties for a reduction in the letter of credit for the Land Division Committee applications and extension of Kingswood Drive from $222,126.50 to $88,601.15, in consideration of the works completed be approved; and 6. That the owners be so advised. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-174-88 Town of Newcastle Moved by Councilor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Stapleton Development Charges and Lot Levies 1. That Report PD-64-88 be received; and 60.2.1. 2. That By-law 83-22 as amended, be further amended to implement the proposed schedule of lot levies contained in Attachment No. 1 to Staff Report PD-64-88; and 3. That all developers that have executed Development Agreements with the Town of Newcastle for which lot levy charges are outstanding, be provided notice of the foregoing changes confirming that the new levies shall take effect as prescribed by the applicable terms of their Development Agreement. . "CARRIED" . . . . G.P.A. Minutes - 9 - March 21, 1988 PLANNING REPORTS Resolution #GPA-175-88 By-law 84-63 Moved by Councillor Wotten, seconded by Councilor Hamre Dr. E.J. & J. Pinto 60.35.6. 1. That Report PD-65-88 be received for information; and 2. That Dr. & Mrs. Pinto be provided a copy of said Report. Resolution #GPA-176-88 Moved by Councillor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Wotten THAT Planning Report PD-65-88 be tabled and staff review the concerns expressed by Dr. Pinto and address those concerns and report to the General Purpose and Administration Committee. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-177-88 Rezoning - Earl Cross 60.35.414 Moved by Councillor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Stapleton 1. That Report PD-66-88 be received; and 2. That the application submitted by Earl Cross to rezone a 1.01 hectare parcel of land located in Part Lot 23, Concession 2, former Township of Darlington, be denied as the proposal does not conform to the provisions of the Regional Official Plan. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-178-88 O.P.A. & Rezoning Moved by Councillor Hamre, seconded by Councillor McKnight 80S VanAndel 60.30.187. 1. That Report PD-67-88 be received; and 60.35.417. 2. That the applications to amend the Town of Newcastle Official Plan and Zoning By-law 84-63, as amended, being the Town of Newcastle's Comprehensive Zoning By-law, submitted by Mr. Bos VanAndel, to permit the expansion of a six (6) unit apartment building, and a four (4) unit apartment building to a forty-six (46) unit apartment building on a .59 hectare parcel of land located at 4 Bernard Street in Bowmanville, be referred back to staff for a subsequent report pending staff's receipt of all comments from outside agencies; and 3. That the applicant be so advised. "CARRIED" G.P.A. Minutes ~ PDANNING REPORTS . . . Rezoning - Peter Feddema 60.35.416. Summary of land Division Apps. Dec./87 and Jan./88 60.84.2. Rezoning - Frances Scanga 60..,35.413. Rezoning - W. & K. Rowland 60.35.292. - 10 - March 21, 1988 Resolution #GPA-68-88 Moved by Councillor Stapleton, seconded by Councillor Hamre 1. That Report PO-68-88 be received; and 2. That the by-law attached hereto, to amend By-law 84-53, as amended, be approved and forwarded to Council for approval. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-180-88 Moved by Councillor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Stapleton THAT Report PD-59-88 be received for information. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-181-88 Moved by Councillor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Stapleton 1. That Report PD-70-88 be received; and 2. That Rezoning Application DEV 88-3 submitted by Frances Scanga be referred back to staff for further processing and the preparation of a subsequent report upon receipt of all outstanding comments; and 3. That a copy of Council's decision be forwarded to the applicant and the interested parties indicated hereto. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-182-88 Moved by Councillor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Stapleton 1. That Report PD-127-86 be lifted from the table and be received for information; and 2. That Report PD-71-88 be received; and 3. That the application for rezoning of Part Lot 31, Concession 7, former Township of Clarke, submitted by William and Katherine Rowland, to permit the creation of four (4) residential building lots be denied. 4. That the applicants be so advised. G.P.A. Minutes ~ PLANNING REPORTS . . . - 11 - March 21, 1988 Resolution tJGPA-183-88 Moved by Councillor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Wotten THAT Planning Report PD-71-88 be tabled until the Official Plan Review has been completed by the Region of Durham Planning Department. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-184-88 Rezpming - Moved by Councillor Stapleton, seconded by Councillor Hamre West Bowmdnville Developments Ltd. 1. That Report PD-73-88 be received; and 60.35.421. MINUTES CLERK'S REPORTS 2. That the application submitted by West Bowmanville Developments Limited to rezone a parcel of land located within Part of Lots 15 and 16, Concession 1, former Township of Darlington, to permit the development of a shopping centre as defined within By-law 84-63, be approved and that the by-law attached hereto be forwarded to Council for approval; and 3. That the applicant be so advised. "CARRIED" Councillor Cowman chaired this portion of the meeting Resolution #GPA-185-88 Moved by Councillor McKnight, seconded by Councillor Stapleton THAT the Minutes of a meeting of the General Purpose and Admi~istration Committee held on March 7, 1988, be approved. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-186-88 Opting - In - Moved by Councillor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Wotten Provincial Offences Act Part II 1. That Clerk's Report CD-9-88 be received; and 77.34.3. 2. That the Town of Newcastle enact the necessary by-law to provide for the opting-in of the municipality into Part II of the Provincial Offences Act, Effective September 1st 1988, with respect to parking infractions; and 3. That By-law 79-1 "being a by-law for the regulating of parking, standing and stopping on highways or parts of highways under the jurisdiction of the Corporation of the Town of Newcastle, and on private and municipal j:)roperty" as amended, be further amended to provide for a fine structure associated with the out-of-court settlement of all parking violations as follows: . . . ~ . G.P.A. MInutes - 12 - March 21, 1988 CLERK'S REPORTS VIOLATION Parking a vehicle in an area designated as a Fire Route Stopping or Standing a vehicle in an area prohibited for Stopping or Standing Parking a vehicle in an area p~ohibited for parking Parking a vehicle without payment at a parking control device PAYMENT RECEIVED WITHIN 72 HOURS OF ISSUE $ 30.00 $ 20.00 $ 15.00 $ 5.00 4. That the Regional Municipality of Durham be advised that the Town of Newcastle endorses the implementation of Part II of the Provincial Offences Act and the structure of fines detailed in Recommendation 3 of Report CD-9-88; and 5. That the Regional Municipality of Durham be encouraged to enact legislation to provide for a uniform application of fines on Regional Roads within the Town of Newcastle; and 6. That a copy of Report CD-9-88 be forwarded to the Regional Police Department and the Downtown Business Improvement Area Boards of Management (Bowmanville, Newcastle Village and Orono) for their information; and 7. That the revised fines structure be published in all of the newspapers serving the Town of Newcastle. "CARRIED" Councillor Cowman raised the subject of the official opening of the new Administrative Facility and Members of Committee directed that she and the Clerk arrange the necessary program function for a fall official opening. ADMINISTRATOR Resolution #GPA-187-88 Ron Strike - Moved by Councillor Wotten, seconded by Councillor Hamre Bowmanville Chamber of Commerce 1. That Report Admin 5-88 be received for information; 35.60.14. 2. That Report Admin 5-88 be forwarded to Mr. R. Strike, Bowmanville Chamber of Commerce; and 3. That Mr. R. Strike be advised that the efforts of the Bowmanville Chamber of Commerce are acknowledged and appreciated, and that Council look forward to further discussion regarding the concept of a Board of Trade/ Chamber of Commerce umbrella group for the Town of Newcastle. "CARRIED" . . . . G.P.A. Minutes TREASURY Cash Activity Report - January 1988 - Part A 10.57.9. Cash Activity Report - January 1988 - Part B 10.57.9. WD22-88, Supply and Delivery of Calcium Chloride 10.2.8. - 13 - March 21, 1988 Councillor Wotten chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #GPA-188-88 Moved by Councillor Hubbard, seconded by Councillor McKnight 1. That Report TR-16-88 be received; and 2. That, in accordance with provision of Chapter 302, Section 81(1) of the Municipal Act, R.S.O. 1980, the Treasurer reports to Committee that the cash position of the Town of Newcastle for the month ended January 31, 1.988, is as shown on the attached schedule; and 3. That Part A of the expenditures for the month of January 1988 be confirmed. "CARRI ED" Mayor Winters made a declaration of interest with respect to Report TR-17-88;ivacated his chai rand refra i ned from voti ng and discussion on the subject matter. The Mayor is the owner of All Mini Storage which leases space to the municipality. Resolution #GPA-189-88 Moved by Councillor Hubbard, seconded by Councillor Hamre 1. That Report TR-17-88 be received; and 2. That in accordance with provision of Chapter 302, Section 81(1) of the Municipal Act, R.S.O. 1980, the Treasurer reports to Committee that the Cash position of the Town of Newcastle for the month ended January 31, 1988, is as shown on the attached schedule; and 3. That Part B of the expenditures for the month of January 1988 be confirmed. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-190-88 Moved by Councillor Hubbard, seconded by Councillor Hamre 1. That Report TR-18-88 be received; and 2. That Miller Paving Limited, Unionville, Ontario, with a unit price of $ .1343 per litre and $221.36 per tonne for 35 percent liquid calcium chloride solution (approximately 20,000 litres) and bulk calcium chloride (approximately 30 tonnes) repectively being the lowest responsible bidder, meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of the Region of Durham Co-Op Tender WD-22-88, be awarded the contract to supply and apply calcium chloride, as required by the Town of Newcastle Public Works Department; and G.P.A. Minutes . TREASURY . . . COMMUNITY SERVICES Soper Creek Erosion Control Program 60.87.35. Rpad Inspection Tour 1988 10.12.115. - 14 - March 21, 1988 3. That Canada Transport Limited, Belleville, Ontario, with a unit price of $316.96 per tonne for flaked calcium chloride (in 40 kilo bags), being the lowest responsible bidder, meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of the Region of Durham Co-Op Tender WD-22-88, be awarded the portion of the contract to supply and deliver approximately five (5) tonnes each to both the Hampton and Orono Yards, as required by the Town of Newcastle Public Works Department; and 4. That the funds expended be drawn from the 1988 Budget allocation for Public Works Road Maintenance. "CARRIED" Councillor Cowman made a declaration of interest respecting the O.H.A.P. question, as she is an owner of lands that will be affected by any decision to refund service charges. Mayor Winters advised the Committee that he was still awaiting a reply from the Minister of Municipal Affairs respecting the use of D.H.A.P. funds for the rebating of connection charges. Councillor Stapleton chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #GPA-191-88 Moved by Councillor Hubbard, seconded by Councillor Hamre 1. That Report CS-06-88 be received; and 2. That Council authorize staff to approach the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority with the intent of of having C.L.O.C.A. make application on behalf of the Town of Newcastle for a grant from the Ministry of Natural Resources as it relates to an Erosion Control Program for Soper Creek; and 3. That the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority be so advised. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-192-88 Moved by Councillor McKnight, seconded by Councillor Stapleton 1. That Report WD-19-88 be received; and 2. That the 1988 Road Inspection Tour be arranged for Friday, April 22nd 1988 and Friday, April 29th 1988, and that all Members of Council and the press, be invited to attend; and 3. That Members of Council advise the Public Works Department of any areas of concern or particular interest before April 8th, 1988, in order that they may be included in the itinerary of the tour; and . . . . G.P.A. Minutes PUBLIC WORKS Foster Creek Developments Certificate of Completion 60.46.100. Cean Investments Certificate of Completion 10M-761 60.46.169. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Delegations - 15 - March 21, 1988 4. That all costs associated with the Tour be taken from the 1988 Public Works Budget. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-193-88 Moved by Councillor Hubbard, seconded by Councillor McKnight 1. That Report WD-15-88 be received; and 2. That this report be approved thereby authorizing issuance of a Certificate of Completion for the final stage of road construction dated November 30, 1987, subsequently placing the works on maintenance. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-194-88 Moved by Councillor Hubbard, seconded by Councillor Wotten 1. That Report WD-17-88 be received; and 2. That the Director of Public Works provide Cean Investments Limited with a "Certificate of Acceptance" for the initial stage of construction of Plan 10M-761. "CARRIED" Mayor Winters reported verbally upon a meeting of TADRA where it is proposed that TADRA organize a show in 1988. He suggested that the Town might wish to buy space and invite area groups to attend and use the space. Resolution tJGPA-195-88 Moved by Mayor Winters, seconded by Councillor Hubbard THAT the Town sponsor a booth at the TAORA show and through the Mayor'S Office, extend an invitation to area groups to participate in the show using space rented by the municipality. "CARRIED" Resolution HGPA-196-88 Moved by Councillor Stapleton, seconded by Councillor Hubbard THAT the delegation of Betty Adams be acknowledged, and she be advised that the Newcastle Hall Board grant request has been refenredc to the 1988 Budget discussions. "CARRIED" . . . . G.P.A. Minutes UNFINISHED BUSINESS Library Board - 16 - March 21, 1988 Resolution #GPA-197-88 Moved by Councillor Hubbard, seconded by Councillor Wotten THAT Mr. Bill Valliere's delegation be acknowledged. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-198-88 Moved by Councillor Hubbard, seconded by Councillor Wotten THAT the delegations of Mr. Bill Rowland and Dr. E. J. Pinto, be acknowledged; and THAT they be advised of the actions taken. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA~199-88 Moved by Councillor Hubbard, seconded by Councillor Wotten WHEREAS the Library Board received and endorsed the Cresap/Bernard Study on enrichment of Library Services and facilities on February 1, 1988; WHEREAS the Library Board on February 16, 1988, presented the Study for iinformation to Counci I; WHEREAS the Council as part of its mandate is concerned about quality of life and delivery of services to its population; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Library Board be notified "FORTHWITH" that the Counci 1 of the Town of Newcastle does not endorse the closure of Orono Library; ANDcPURTHER THAT the Council respectfully requests the library board to respond to their concerns at or prior to the Council meeting of March 28th at 7:00 p.m., either in writing or by full presentation. "CARRIED AS AMENDED" Resolution #GPA-200-88 Moved by Councillor Cowman, seconded by Councillor McKnight THAT Resolution #GPA-199-88 be amended as follows: "THAT it is with the understanding that the decision will not jeopardize the enrichment of the general library services across the Town. "CARR! ED" .' . . . . G.P.A. Minutes Library Board ADJOURtfolENT - 17 - March 21, 1988 Resolution #GPA-201-88 Moved by Councillor Stapleton, seconded by Councillor Wotten THAT ResoLution #GPA-199-88 be further amended as follows: "THAT the Council of the Town of Newcastle does not support the proposed relocation of the library facility in Newcastle Village. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-202-88 Moved by Councillor wotten, seconded by Councillor Hubbard THAT the meeting be "In Camera." "CARRIED" Councillor Wotten chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #GPA-203-88 Moved by Councillor Cowman, seconded by Mayor Winters THAT the verbal report of the Mayor and Treasurer be received for information; AND THAT the Treasurer advise by memorandum what the policy is respecting the subject matter. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-204-88 Moved by Councillor Hubbard, seconded by Councillor Cowman THAT the meeting be open. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-205-88 Moved by Councillor Hubbard, seconded by Councillor Cowman THAT the actions taken "In Camera" be approved. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-206-88 Moved by Councillor Cowman, seconded by Councillor Hamre THAT the meeting adjourn at 12:14 p.m. "CARRIED"