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PRAYER
ROLL CALL
Present Were:
Also Present:
March 22, 2004
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council
held on March 22, 2004, at 7:00 p.m"
in the Council Chambers
Councillor Schell led the meeting in prayer.
Mayor J. Mutton
Councillor A. Foster
Councillor D. MacArthur
Councillor p, Ping Ie
Councillor G, Robinson
Councillor J, Schell
Councillor C. Trim
Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Supervisor, Operations Department, Phil Broome
Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief, Mike Creighton
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Solicitor, Dennis Hefferon
Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano
Director of Finance/Treasurer, N. Taylor
Administrative Assistant to the Clerk, C. Tennisco
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
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Councillor Pingle indicated that she would be disclosing a
pecuniary interest with respect to Item 17 of Report #1 and By-law
#2003-073.
Resolution #C-126-04
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on
March 1, 2004, be approved,
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The Mayor advised that the Manley Report is very positive to new
nuclear generation at Darlington and Pickering.
Roger Anderson, Durham Regional Chair, provided Council with his
annual update,
He indicated that 2003 was a turning point for Durham Region,
Events like SARS and the blackout tested us, but we pulled
together and learned from the experience, Our Hopes for the ITER
project were dashed, the opening of the new university offers a
whole new range of research and development possibilities for
Durham. Clarington is working on a new plan for the ITER site.
In 2003, Regional Council displayed cohesiveness. They moved
ahead on contentious issues like the smoking by-law, hospital
funding, Regional Headquarters and Regional transit improvement.
The Region approved its first accessibility plan as required under
the Ontarians with Disabilities Act and approved the first Durham
Community Strategic Plan. Based on citizen input, the following 6
priorities for action were outlined:
. Strengthening and Integrating our Transportation System
The Durham Transportation Master Plan approved in
December 2003 includes measures to care for and
improve the efficiency of our existing network. Its initiatives
are to reduce dependence on car travel and improve
transit.
New roads are to be created to provide a fully integrated
road network, but financing the infrastructure projects will
be a challenge, In 2004 an additional 1 % of regional taxes
will be dedicated to road rehabilitation.
Regional Council initiated the by-law process to allow a
Regional Transit system, This will enhance our ability to
create a system that crosses municipal boundaries.
For the next couple of years, the Region's major roads
capital project will be the widening of the two-lane sections
of Taunton Road through Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa that
will improve traffic flow through the Region.
Work scheduled for Bloor Street and Townline Road will
remove the jog and improve the intersection. Also, the
design work of a section of Regional Road 17 in
Newcastle, scheduled for reconstruction in 2006, will begin.
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. Protecting the Environment
Replacing and upgrading sewage treatment facilities to
meet provincial requirements of septage and wastewater,
biosolids storage
The new Courtice Water Pollution Control Plant will replace
the capacity at the Harmony Creek Plant and support
Oshawa, Courtice and north Whitby. This will be financed
from user fees and development charges.
Durham is developing a Biosolids Master Plan.
. Ensuring Balanced Growth and Liveable Communities
Revision of the Regional Official Plan; updating policies
and extend planning horizon to 2030,
. Supporting Safe, Healthy and Caring Communities
One of the Region's largest annual commitments of tax
dollars. Over the last six years, 173 officers have been
added.
The Durham Regional Police force has clearance rates for
property crimes and violent crimes among the highest in
Ontario.
. Economic Development
Durham's first interactive electronic business directory was
recently launched, The website contains over 13,000
Durham industrial and commercial enterprises; businesses
can update directly, as needed.
A web site with trip planning features and information about
1000 Durham tourism businesses is being developed,
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Government Effectiveness
The final objective of the Community Strategic Plans is
'partnerships and government effectiveness' goal. This
allows municipalities to make real inroads on infrastructure
issues like transit, roads, or water and sewer. We need a
renewed and refinanced relationship with both the federal
and provincial governments.
The Federal decision to exempt us from the GST is a first
step. In this term of Council Mr. Anderson's personal goal
is to ensure Durham has a voice in the negotiation of a
new deal for municipalities,
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In its 30th year, Durham Region can look ahead with a true sense of
optimism, The community strategic plan and the new Regional
headquarters symbolize the Region moving into the future as a
cohesive, moderate, effective organization.
In December, the Province introduced the Strong Communities Act
(Bill 26) and the Greenbelt Act (Bill 27), The Provincial Policy
Statement is up for discussion for watershed-based source
protection and has been outlined in a White Paper from the Ministry
of the Environment.
Mr. Anderson thinks that opportunities for cooperation and
collaboration have never been greater. He looks forward to
working with Council to meet the needs of our citizens through
leadership, cooperation and service excellence.
Resolution #C-127 -04
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the following individuals be added to the list of delegations:
1) Sarwan Sahota, 4665 Lakeshore Road, Newcastle, L 1 B 1 L9;
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2) John Stephenson, 5300 Old Scugog Road, Hampton,
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Glenda Gies and Ruben Plaza, Co-Chairs of St. Marys Cement
Community Relations Committee advised Council of the
Committee's 2003 activities, The Committee consists of three
representatives from each of the Municipality of Clarington,
St. Marys Cement, Aspen Springs Committee and the Port
Darlington Community,
The purpose of the Community Relations Committee is to provide
good communication and dialogue and the mandate is to review the
implementation of the Wests ide Marsh, share information and
support CLOCA.
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Outreach activities by St. Marys include:
. Open houses, West Side Marsh updates and complaints
received
. Three Air Quality Monitoring Stations
. Two Off Site Blasting Stations (address concerns for
blasting) located at west end of Cedar Crest Beach and
Baseline Road
. Weather Station
. Research and analysis (visual bloom from stacks); and
. Dock expansion project.
Recently the Municipality of Clarington met with St. Marys and
CLOCA on the Green Space Plan to address complaints, dust
control from plant operations, West Side Marsh, blasting above
permitted level, and currently the dust issue is being studied,
Susan McDonald, 7413 White Road, Kendal, LOA 1 EO appeared
before Council with respect to her application to open a kennel in
Kendal. When she was considering the purchase of her property in
December 2003, she was advised that the site plan fee was $850.
When she submitted her application in early 2004, she was advised
that the fee had been increased to $3,000, She asked Council to
roll this fee back to $850.
Keith Swan, 14 Concession St., West, Bowmanville, L 1C 1Y5
addressed Council with respect to traffic concerns on Concession
Street in Bowmanville. Mr. Swan submitted a petition requesting
calming measures be expanded as follows:
. Speed bumps to decrease traffic speed
. Stop signs to provide safe pedestrian crossings
. Cease ticketing and/or pursuing any new parking limitations
on the street; and
. Designate the street as a reduced speed limit area,
Keith Isnor, Chair, Clarington Museums and Archive Board
appeared before Council in support of the recommendation
contained in Report CSD-03-04 to name the building at 62
Temperance Street "Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre". A
photograph of Sarah Jane Williams will be prominently displayed in
the building. He invited Council to the opening of Sarah Jane
Williams Heritage Centre on April 3, 2004.
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David Climenhage, Great Canadian Town Band Festival updating
Council on their activities/events, funding and thanking them for
their past support,
This year, the Festival is proud to host the RCMP Ride (only 20
communities in Ontario were selected). Rob McConnell - a jazz
bandleader, and the Central Band - Canadian Armed Forces, will
be some of the top talent in Canada, performing at the festival. In
spite of the success the festival's funding is in jeopardy. The major
funding support, Trillium donated $20,000 for this year's festival,
but will be unable to continue their support in 2005. Should no
alternate funding/grants surface, this will be the last year for the
festival. He is asking Council for their support and direction,
Sarwan Sahota, 4665 Lakeshore Road, Newcastle, L 1 B 1 L9
appeared before Council regarding Report PSD-020-04. He
believes the new communication strategy discussed with the
Planning Services Department today will help a great deal and he
hopes the plan will be put in place with Council's blessing.
John Stephenson, 5300 Old Scugog Road, Hampton, LOB 1 JO
appeared before Council regarding PSD-020-04. He has reviewed
the communication strategy and states it is propaganda. He
believes the Proponent has brushed off many comments of
stakeholders since the signing of the agreement. However, after
visiting the Newcastle Office, Mr. Stephenson was encouraged by
the suggestion of meeting with the Proponent's staff to discuss the
Feasible Concept Report. At a meeting today with the Planning
Services Department it was discussed that a Public Forum be
organized between Planning Services Department, Consultants,
proponent and Stakeholders. Hopefully this will determine the
optimum solution. He requested Council's support on this issue.
Resolution #C-128-04
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Council recess for 10 minutes,
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The meeting reconvened at 8:20 p.m.
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Resolution #C-129-04
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the communications to be received for information be
approved with the exception of Item I - 30.
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Larry J, McCabe, Secretary-Treasurer, Organization of Small Urban
Municipalities, advising Council of the Organization's 51st Annual
Conference May 5th - May 8th, 2004 to be held in the City of Owen
Sound.
(Received for Information)
Paul Leslie, Manager, Monitoring and Evaluation, Field Fire
Protection Services, Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional
Services, outlining consideration for municipal and fire officials to
consider if they permit students to attend emergency scenes with
their host fire departments as part of an educational training
program. The goal is to assist municipalities in making informed
decisions for providing public fire protection through objective and
innovative approaches.
(Received for Information)
M. de Rond, Clerk, Town of Ajax, advising Council that at the
General Government Committee meeting on March 4, 2004,
Council passed the following resolution regarding Public
Transportation Systems:
"a) THAT consent not be given for By-law 11-2004 of The
Regional Municipality of Durham, being a by-law to
transfer all of the lower-tier power relating to public
transportation systems, other than highways, to the
Region from all of its lower-tier municipalities;
b)
THAT the Region of Durham be requested to initiate a
business case analysis to determine the viability of a
full Regional transit system or a form of co-ordinated
Region-wide transit services using local transit
services, including, but not limited to determining the
cost, benefits and implications associated with further
amalgamation of local transit services;
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c) THAT the Town of Ajax continue to participate in the
Regional Transit Implementation Committee to
consider proposals on inter-municipal transit linkages
and to work with the City of Pickering through the
Ajax/Pickering Transit Authority to continue to provide
and improve transit services to our citizens;
d) THAT copies of this resolution and attendant reports
be forwarded to the Region of Durham, all area
municipalities in Durham, all Members of the
Provincial Legislature in Durham, all local transit
authorities in Durham, District School Boards, Ajax-
Pickering Board of Trade, Boards of Business
Improvement Areas in Ajax, and such other similar
business associations in the Region of Durham."
(Received for Information)
Carol Smitton, Committee Secretary, The Regional Municipality of
Durham, advising Council that on a meeting held on February 18,
2004 the Committee adopted the following recommendation
regarding the Development of a new Regional Sewer Use By-law
(2004-W-35) as follows:
"THAT Report #2004-W-35 of the Commissioner of Works
be received for information and that a copy of Report #2004-
W-35 be forwarded to the local municipalities in the Region
of Durham,"
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Canadian Association of Nuclear Host Communities
meeting dated February 18, 2004.
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Clarington Museums and Archives Board meeting
dated February 25, 2004.
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Clarington Hwy, 407 Community Advisory
Committee meeting dated March 2, 2004.
(Received for Information)
Minutes of St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee
meeting dated February 24, 2004.
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Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory
Committee meeting dated February 17,2004.
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority
meeting dated February 17, 2004.
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory
Committee, meeting dated February 10, 2004.
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee
meeting dated February 19, 2004,
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Bowmanville Heritage Conservation District Study
meeting dated October 14, 2003,
(Received for Information)
Bruce Taylor, City Clerk, City of Pickering, advising Council that at
the meeting on March 1, 2004, their Council passed the following
resolution regarding Planning & Development Report PD 06-04
Discussion Papers - Proposed Directions" Durham Regional
Official Plan Review, Phase 2:
"1) THAT the comments in Report PD 06-04 of the
Director, Planning & Development be endorsed as the
City comments on the "Proposed Directions" of the
Durham Regional Official Plan Review: Phase 2
Discussion Papers;
2) THAT the Region of Durham be requested to address
the City's comments in Report PD 06-04 before
initiating amendments to the Regional Official Plan,
including revising the "Proposed Direction."
· to identify a 30-year urban land supply for growth in
Durham Region;
· to restructure the Durham Plan as a more strategic
policy document that recognizes the comprehensive
area municipal official plans and the increased
planning capabilities at the local level;
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. to eliminate the duplication of official plan policies
on matters addressed in area municipal official plans;
and
. to differentiate between parts of the Region,
including using separate rural policies for near-urban
countryside and agricultural areas well removed from
urban settlements;
3) THAT the Commissioner of Planning be requested to
provide an "early release" of at least three weeks for
the Report to Regional Planning Committee on
"Revised Directions" for the Durham Regional Official
Plan Review; and
4) THAT the City Clerk forward a copy of Report PD 06-
04 to the Region of Durham and to local municipalities
in Durham Region,"
(Received for Information)
Donald G. McKay, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk, The
Corporation of the Town of Whitby, advising Council that the Town
of Whitby passed unanimously the following motion calling on the
Region of Durham to undertake a business case analysis before
considering transfer of authority over bus passenger transportation
systems to the Region:
"a) THAT Council not support the Municipality of
Clarington's resolution for the transfer of full authority
over bus passenger transportation systems to the
Regional Municipality of Durham;
b) THAT the Town of Whitby continue to participate in
the Regional Transit Implementation Committee to
make recommendations on inter-municipal transit
linkages where warranted and appropriate;
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THAT pursuant to the Durham Transit Improvement
Plan, the Region undertake a business case analysis
to determine the cost, benefits and implications
associated with further amalgamations of local transit
services; and
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d) THAT copies of Public Works Director's Report, Item
11-04, be forwarded to the Region of Durham, area
municipalities within the Region and Chambers of
Commerce and business associations within the
Regions."
(Received for Information)
Debbie Leroux, Deputy Clerk, the Corporation of the Township of
Uxbridge, advising Council that the Township of Uxbridge on
February 23, 2004, supported the Resolution of the Municipality of
Clarington regarding the Development Charges Act - Hospital
Funding.
(Received for Information)
Association of Municipalities of Ontario advising Council that The
Honourable Greg Sorbara, Minister of Finance, on March 10, 2004
announced the cancellation of assessments on trailers in seasonal
campgrounds for the 2003 taxation year and has suspended the
reclassification of maple syrup production facilities from "farm" to
"industrial" for the 2004 taxation year.
(Received for Information)
The Honourable Andy Scott, Minister of State (Infrastructure) and
Minister responsible for CMHC and The Honourable David Caplan,
Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal advising Council that on
February 26, 2004 $56 Million had been allocated for affordable
housing in Ontario, The Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing
Agreement is a five year commitment that will provide a total of
2,306 new affordable housing units for Canadians in need.
(Received for Information)
Dianne McKenzie, Executive Director and Lauren Campbell, Public
Relations Volunteer, Epilepsy Durham Region, provide Council with
a poster and brochures to display in recognition of the Epilepsy
Durham Region's Second Annual Lavender Ribbon Awareness
Campaign. Epilepsy Durham Region promotes independence and
optimal quality of life for those living with a seizure condition.
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P,M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council
that on March 3, 2004, Regional Council passed the following
resolution:
"a) THAT Regional Council advise the Province of its
general support for the proposed changes to the
Planning Act contained in Bill 26, the Strong
Communities Act, 2003, subject to the comments
contained in Report #2004-P-20 of the Commissioner
of Planning as they relate to:
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requiring all planning decisions to 'be
consistent with' the Provincial Policy Statement
(PPS), instead of the current 'have regard to';
eliminating appeals to the Ontario Municipal
Board when the municipality does not support
an urban boundary expansion provided public
bodies retain their current rights to appeal the
decisions of area or regional municipalities on
requests for urban boundary expansions;
increasing time periods for municipal review of
applications;
empowering the Minister of Municipal Affairs to
identify matters of Provincial interest on
matters before the Ontario Municipal Board;
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b) THAT Regional Council request the Minister of
Municipal Affairs to integrate the consultation and
implementation of the proposed changes to the
Planning Act and the review of the PPS;
c) THAT Regional Council request the Attorney General
to implement the related recommendations of the
GTA Task Force on Ontario Municipal Board Reform
to:
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update the role of the Ontario Municipal Board
as a true appeal body;
enable timely municipal planning decisions
based on complete information;
support citizen participation with limited
intervenor funding;
promote a fair and independent appeal body
with 6-year terms; and
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d) THAT a copy of Report #2004-P-20 of the
Commissioner of Planning be forwarded to the
Honourable John Gerresten, Minister of Municipal
Affairs, the Honourable Michael Bryant, Attorney
General, and the area municipalities of Durham."
(Received for Information)
L.S, Erlick, MD, President, Ontario Medical Association, thanking
the Municipality for notifying them of our concerns regarding the
shortage of physician services in underserviced municipalities. The
Ontario Medical Association is recognized by the Ontario provincial
government as a representative body to negotiate on behalf of
Ontario's physicians, The Association will do its utmost to obtain
adequate resources to provide medical care to all who need it in
this province,
(Received for Information)
P.M, Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council
that the Region of Durham on March 3, 2004, received our
correspondence regarding Development Charges Act - Hospital
Funding for information.
(Received for Information)
Joanne Bradley, Manager, Public Health Nursing and Nutrition,
Region of Durham, providing Council with brochures for the public
and by-law information designed for businesses regarding Durham
Region's Smoke-free By-law.
(Received for Information)
Karen Monaghan, Communications, Lakeridge Health Corporation,
forwarding a Media Release in response to the Province's Bill 8,
Commitment to the Future of Medicare Act. While Lakeridge
Health agrees with the key principles behind Bill 8, such as
enhanced accountability, "we are particularly concerned that the Bill
will undermine community based voluntary hospital governance,"
and the potential impact on rural hospitals, Bill 8 fails to define key
terms such as accessibility, Hospital Boards must look at possible
changes to the services provided. Lakeridge pointed out hospitals
will continue to struggle to meet the perceived needs and
expectations of the community and of the acute care sector.
Specifically referring to the government's directive to move from
providing expensive hospital bed-based services to outpatient
services, Anne Wright, LH Board Chair, is supportive but "only
where these have been shown to be appropriate, maintaining or
improving patient access and quality care." Lakeridge Health
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reinforced its commitment to ensuring the use of taxpayer dollars
while providing quality care and the importance of working together
to strengthen accountability and improve access to health care.
(Received for Information)
M, de Rond, Clerk, Town of Ajax, advising Council that on March 8,
2004, Ajax Council passed the following resolution:
"THAT the Council of the Town of Ajax supports the option of
a directly-related Chair of the Regional Municipality of
Durham and urges Region Council to endorse the notice of
motion seeking the required Provincial approval in time for
the 2006 municipal elections."
(Received for Information)
George S. Graham, Clerk-Administrator, The Township of Brock,
advising Council that on March 8, 2004, Brock Council passed the
following resolution regarding Region of Durham Transit By-law:
"WHEREAS the Region of Durham has enacted By-law
No. 11-2004 to provide for the transfer of transit services to
the Region which requires a triple-majority consent;
AND WHEREAS the implementation of a transit service on
a Regional basis would provide for future opportunities for
the establishment of transit services within the Township of
Brock and upholds one of the principles of Regional
government to provide for the distribution of major financial
commitments on a regional basis, a principle which is
supported by the Township of Brock;
AND WHEREAS the Durham Transportation Improvement
Plan recommended that a business case financial analysis
be undertaken to identify costs and benefits associated with
a Regional Transit system and such a study has not been
completed at this time;
AND WHEREAS By-law 11-2004, of the Regional
Municipality of Durham, specifies that all rights, obligations,
assets, and liabilities shall be transferred to the Region of
Durham subject to such terms and conditions as may be
mutually agreed;
AND WHEREAS the terms and conditions of the transfer
have not been identified;
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NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the
Township of Brock resolves:
1 ) THAT a decision on the by-law to transfer
transit services to the Region of Durham be
considered at such time as the business case
financial analysis has been completed;
2)
THAT the terms and conditions associated with
the transfer of all rights, obligations, assets,
and liabilities, as may be mutually agreed, be
known prior to rendering a decision on this
matter;
THAT this matter be considered by Council
upon receipt of the business case financial
analysis as well as the terms and conditions
associated with said transfer and that the
Region be so advised of our decision at that
time;
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THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to
the Region of Durham with copies provided to
all area municipalities; and
5) THAT a response to Brock's questions above,
be received by March 22, 2004."
(Received for Information)
Walter E, Taylor, Township Clerk, The Corporation of the Township
of Uxbridge, advising Council that the Township of Uxbridge on
March 8, 2004 passed the following resolution:
"WHEREAS the Region of Durham has enacted By-law
No, 11-2004 to provide for the transfer of transit service to
the Region which requires a triple majority consent;
AND WHEREAS the implementation of a transit service on a
Regional basis would provide for future opportunities for the
establishment of transit services within the Township of
Uxbridge and upholds one of the principles of Regional
Government to provide for the distribution of major financial
commitments on a Regional basis, a principle which is
supported by the Township of Uxbridge;
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AND WHEREAS the Durham Transportation Improvement
Plan recommended that a business case financial analysis
be undertaken to identify costs and benefits associated with
a Regional Transit system and such a study has not been
completed at this time;
AND WHEREAS By-law 11-2004, of the Regional
Municipality of Durham, specifies that all rights, obligations,
assets, and liabilities shall be transferred to the Region of
Durham subject to such terms and conditions as may be
mutually agreed;
AND WHEREAS the terms and conditions of the transfer
have not been identified;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE
CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF UXBRIDGE
RESOLVES:
1)
THAT a decision on the by-law to transfer transit
services to the Region of Durham be considered at
such time as the business case financial analysis has
been completed;
2) THAT the terms and conditions associated with the
transfer of all rights, obligations, assets, and liabilities,
as may be mutually agreed, be known prior to
rendering a decision on this matter;
3) THAT this matter be considered by Council upon
receipt of the business case financial analysis as well
as the terms and conditions associated with said
transfer and that the Region be so advised of our
decision at that time; and
4) THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the
Region of Durham with copies provided to all area
municipalities."
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Nestor Chornobay, Director, Strategic Planning Branch, The
Regional Municipality of Durham, advising Council that the Region
of Durham on February 17, 2004, passed the following resolution
pertaining to Centres and Corridors - Growth Management in the
GTA:
"a) THAT Commissioner's Report No. 2004-P-23 be
received for information; and
b) THAT a copy of Commissioner's Report No. 2004-P-
23 be forwarded to the Area Municipalities in
Durham,"
(Received for Information)
James Hutchinson, President, Chair, Board of Directors, Handi
Transit Incorporated, advising the Regional Municipality of Durham
that the Board on March 4, 2004, adopted the following resolution:
"WHEREAS Handi Transit Inc. currently provides specialized
transit service in an efficient and cost-effective manner to
five Durham Region municipalities (Oshawa, Whitby,
Clarington, Scugog and Uxbridge), and recognizing the
unique nature and service requirements of specialized transit
clientele, the Board of Directors of Handi Transit Inc. strongly
recommend that a Regional Transit Business Plan be
developed in two parts - one for conventional transit and
one for specialized transit - and that Handi Transit's
Executive Director represent the Board, the organization,
and its clients in the development of the specialized transit
business plan."
(Received for Information)
John Gerretsen, Minister of Municipal Affairs, advising Council that
at a meeting with the Board members of the Oak Ridges Moraine
Foundation the Ontario government reaffirmed their commitment to
improving Oak Ridges Moraine protection measures. The
government's commitment for the Oak Ridges Moraine is outlined
in the proposed "Greenbelt Protection Act, 2003".
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the GO Transit meeting dated February 13, 2004.
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John Wiersma, Past President & CEO, Veridian, thanking Council
for the municipality's tribute on his retirement and the Keepsake
Coverlet depicting the Historical Buildings in Clarington.
(Received for Information)
Staff Sergeant Bruce Townley and Inspector Bill Temple, Clarington
Community Police Office, Durham Regional Police Service,
advising that the Durham Regional Police and the Municipality have
been involved in a partnership to complete the new Courtice Fire
Hall/Community Policing Centre plan on Trulls Road. As of March
8th, the Police Services Board granted formal approval for the
requested increase in floor space for their officers, They bring to
our attention the professionalism and commitment of Bruce Taylor,
Assistant Director of Community Services, Municipality of
Clarington, Bruce's involvement in the partnership to complete the
plan has been outstanding and he played an integral part in
assisting the Police Service in being successful in their endeavors.
They want to commend Bruce as he went well beyond the call of
duty to "get the job done."
Resolution #C-130-04
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT a letter of gratitude be forwarded to Bruce Taylor, Assistant
Director of Community Services,
"CARRIED"
Resol ution #C-131-04
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda,
with the exception of Items D - 12 to D - 16, inclusive and D - 19 to
D - 29, inclusive.
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Donald Air, Organizing Committee, Bowmanville Museum,
requesting approval to hold the 2nd Annual Alfred Shrubb
Bowmanville Museum 8K Fun Run\Walk on Sunday, June 6th,
2004. This year's event has been moved to a new location, Green
Road Between Taunton and Nash Roads, to comply with safety
issues raised by the Durham Regional Police.
(Approved provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a Road Occupancy
Permit from the Engineering Services
Department)
Pentti Lassila, Stroke Surviver requesting Council's assistance in
obtaining a more amenable and equitable transit approach for the
disabled. She is disturbed by the lack of definitive positive
progressive transit recommendations for the "transportationally
disabled" in the October, 2003 "Transportation Master Plan"
(T.M.P,). There are no recommendations for Specialized Transit or
Low Floor Buses.
(Correspondence referred to the
Accessibility Advisory Committee)
John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, advising Council of a constituent's
concern with a proposed development at 1678 King St., East,
Courtice. The proposal of mixed use does appear to represent
commercial and residential uses that may have a place on this
important section of King Street. The status of the property being
for development as mixed use in the new Regional and Municipal
Official Plan is the concern.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Planning Services)
John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, advising Council of a constituent's
concern for the need of additional early morning swimming times at
the pool in Bowmanville similar to the hours of operation at the
Courtice Complex.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Community Services)
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David J, Johnson, Chair, Sport Alliance of Ontario, requesting
Council to nominate a volunteer parks and recreation commission,
community sport council or community sport advisory group that
may be eligible to receive the "Community Sport for All Award",
Nominations close April 30, 2004.
(Correspondence referred to the
Municipal Clerk to place a notice in the
local newspaper)
Jason Balaban, Coordinator, Fund Raising Events, Multiple
Sclerosis Society of Canada, requesting permission to hold the
"Super Cities Walk for MS" on April 18th, 2004, The event will begin
at 9:30 a,m. and completed shortly after noon. The WALK will be
two routes and they are requesting the use of sidewalks and will be
making use of auxiliary police.
(Approved provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a Road Occupancy
Permit from the Engineering Services
Department)
Stephanie Miskew, Coordinator, Durham's Child Nutrition Project,
requesting the proclamation of March, 2004 as "Nutrition Month".
The focus of Nutrition Month 2004 is healthy eating for school-aged
children.
(Proclaimed)
Wendy Szego, Administrative Assistant, The Canadian Hearing
Society, requesting the proclamation of May, 2004 as "Hearing
Awareness Month". The goal is to increase awareness and to
promote programs and services to ensure access for all deaf,
deafened and hard of hearing Canadians.
(Proclaimed)
Heather Highet, Chair, Sci-Tech Ontario, requesting the
proclamation of March, 2004 as "Young Scientist Month" in
celebration of 500,000 students across the nation participating in
local and regional science and technology fairs.
(Proclaimed)
John Gerretsen, Minister Responsible for Seniors, requesting the
proclamation of month of June, 2004 as "Seniors' Month". The
theme for 2004 - Active in Body, Mind & Spirit.
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Margaret Reaney, Partners for Equality of Access in Durham,
advising Council of their concerns regarding the current state of
accessible transportation for persons with disabilities in Durham
Region. The Transit Improvement Plan (TIP) recommendations of
the 3-Phase planning process is less than adequate to meet the
needs. The process has gone on without the benefit of having
consulted the disabled community. The disabled community looks
forward to a greater opportunity to participate and be consulted with
during the planning process,
(Correspondence referred to the
Accessibility Committee)
Steven Finlay, Executive Director, The Oshawa/Clarington
Association for Community Living, requesting the proclamation of
May, 2004 as "Community Living Month". They will promote the
inclusion of individuals with an intellectual disability within our
community.
(Proclaimed)
Sarwan Sahota, 4665 Lakeshore Road, Newcastle, requesting
Council's guidance in a satisfactory solution to the Port Granby
problem. The CAC's Annual Report raised a series of questions
which have not been answered by the LLRWMO.
(Sarwan Sahota to be advised of actions
taken pertaining to Report PSD-020-04)
Carly Hall, Bowmanville High School student, advising Council of
the need for a new recreation centre. The bottom level of the Fire
House is too small to accommodate all the different types of
children and creates controversy between them, The children have
no place to play sports or recreation activities and feel the need to
sit around at home and eat a lot.
Resolution #C-132-04
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item D - 12 be referred to the Director of
Community Services.
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Eric Gibson, Bowmanville High School student, advising Council
that a beach would be a very exciting and entertaining place for
people of all ages, It would create an opportunity for business to
set up permanent stands and bring in tourism, A new bus route
would have to be set. The beach would be a huge attraction for
Bowmanville,
Resolution #C-133-04
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Eric Gibson be advised of the municipality's efforts in this
area.
"CARRIED"
Megan Philipp, Jake Jury and Katie Cameron, Bowmanville High
School students, suggesting improvements for Bowmanville to
make it more enjoyable for the citizens, as follows:
1) Bird Sanctuary to increase the biodiversity of our
region;
2) Book Store to improve the literacy of the surrounding
area;
3) Better Road Maintenance on streets like High Street
to improve transportation; and
4) Farmer's Market in the downtown area beside the
Olympia Restaurant on weekends for revenue.
Resolution #C-134-04
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item D - 14 be referred to staff.
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Jenn Bondi, Bowmanville High School student, suggesting that the
traffic on King Street should be a one-way and Church Street run in
the opposite direction. The slower traffic will allow drivers to see
the stores in the downtown area.
Resolution #C-135-04
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item D - 15 be referred to the Director of
Engineering Services.
"CARRIED"
Bowmanville High School student questioning the authority of the
Durham Regional Police in enforcing the loitering by-law that does
not allow three or more people to congregate on the streets. The
by-law is being enforced discriminately, Never has a group of three
or more adults been separated by the police. The by-law should be
enforced equally or repealed,
Resolution #C-136-04
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item D - 16 be referred to staff.
"CARRIED"
The Corporation of the City of Kawartha Lakes advising Council
that on February 3, 2004, they passed the following resolution:
"RESOLVED THAT council request the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), on behalf of its member
municipalities, to approach the provincial government
requesting that the powers of the Ontario Municipal Board be
limited in dealing with amendments to municipal official plans
and zoning by-laws which implement existing official plans.
More specifically,
a)
In the case of currently adopted Official Plans,
municipalities should be able to reject amendments
without being subject to appeal to the Ontario
Municipal Board, so long as the Official Plans comply
with the Provincial Policy Statements;
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b) Zoning By-law amendments which implement an
Official Plan should not be subject to appeal to the
Ontario Municipal Board;
c) For any municipal planning approvals, appeals to the
Ontario Municipal Board should be allowed if the
planning approvals do not comply with the Provincial
Statements (PPS); and
THAT Council's position be forwarded to the Premier, the
Minister of Municipal Affairs, the Minister of the Environment
and the Minister of Natural Resources."
The Corporation of the City of Kawartha Lakes advising Council that
on January 12, 2004, they passed the following resolution:
"WHEREAS the Government of Ontario is vested with the
ultimate responsibility for and authority over the Municipal
Property Assessment Corporation;
AND WHEREAS the Current Value Assessment (CVA)
system of assessing Ontario Property for taxation purposes
is volatile based upon handling the process of re-
assessments over the course of a very short time frame;
AND WHERAS these timeframes and this process have
imposed unbearable financial burdens upon many Ontario
property owners including our constituents in the City of
Kawartha Lakes;
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council for the City of
Kawartha Lakes on behalf of its electorate, petition the
Government of Ontario and Premier Dalton McGuinty to
review the system of Current Value Assessment (CVA) and
implement a system of property assessment that protects
property owners in Ontario from volatile significant property
assessment increases and promotes a more stable system
of property assessment within the Province of Ontario; and
THAT this motion be circulated to all Ontario municipalities
through the AMO Network to seek their support in petitioning
the Province with respect to these concerns."
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The Corporation of the City of Kawartha Lakes advising Council that
on February 3, 2004, they passed the following resolution:
"WHEREAS the cold winter climate in the Province of
Ontario necessitates a source of heat in dwelling places; and
WHEREAS electricity is required in most homes to provide
that heat;
WHEREAS the disconnection of electricity in the winter can
result in a loss of heat and subsequent serious
consequences for the health and well being of Ontario
citizens and possible loss of life;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the
City of Kawartha Lakes request Premier McGuinty and
Dwight Duncan, Energy Minister, to take immediate steps to
permanently reinstate the prohibition on the disconnection of
electricity in the winter by Hydro One, put in place by the
previous provincial government; and
THAT the resolution be forwarded to AMO and to other
Ontario municipalities for their endorsement and support,"
Resolution #C-137 -04
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Items D - 19, D - 20 and D - 21 be received
for information.
"CARRIED"
Horton Township advising Council that on January 6, 2004, they
passed the following resolution:
"WHEREAS Regulation 170/03 requires owners of all small
municipal non-residential systems, small community
businesses and churches to test water for 72 parameters;
AND WHEREAS the effect of this regulation will cause
severe financial hardship to these organizations when there
is no pre-existing water quality problem.
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NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the Township of Horton
resolves:
1) THAT the Government of Ontario be petitioned
to amend the Safe Drinking Water Act and its
Regulation removing the need for additional
testing of water beyond the regular testing for
coliform and e-coli in small municipal non-
2) residential systems, in small community
businesses and in local community churches if
the current test results indicate the water is
safe to drink.
2) THAT this resolution be forwarded to John
Yakabuski, MPP, Renfrew-Nippissing-
Pembroke, the County of Renfrew, the local
Municipalities in the County and all the
municipalities in Ontario for support."
Resolution #C-138-04
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT Correspondence Item D - 22 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
The Municipality of Kincardine advising Council that on February 4,
2004, they passed the following resolution:
"WHEREAS the Province of Ontario will be short of
adequate generating capacity in several years; and
WHEREAS some nuclear capacity (both provincially and
nationally) is nearing its end of design life, and one of the
objectives of the Canadian Association of Nuclear Host
Communities (CANHC) is 'to enhance members' influence
on nuclear policy made by governments, regulatory agencies
and the nuclear industry in Canada";
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HEREBY be it resolved that the Municipality of Kincardine
recommends to the CANHC at its Annual 2004 meeting that
the CANHC endorse the refurbishment of existing nuclear
plants and/or construction of new nuclear plants to ensure
adequate electricity supplies in the future."
Resolution #C-139-04
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the resolution from the Municipality of Kincardine regarding
nuclear capacity and objectives of the Canadian Association of
nuclear Host Communities be endorsed by the Council of the
Municipality of Clarington,
"CARRIED"
John Gray, Mayor, City of Oshawa, advising Council that The City
of Oshawa has submitted their application to the Province of
Ontario in regards to the Alternative Funding Formula for Family
Physicians to be recognized as "under-serviced". He is requesting
our support in forwarding a joint statement from all Mayors in
Durham Region to the provincial government and the Ontario
Medical Association asking for their pledge to review and improve
the funding of Ontario's family physicians,
Resolution #C-140-04
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the City of Oshawa's application to the Province of Ontario in
regards to Alternative Funding Formula for Family Physicians to be
recognized as "under-serviced" be endorsed by the Council of the
Municipality of Clarington,
"CARRIED"
Betty De Hean, CAO/Clerk, The Township of South Stormont
advising Council that on February 18, 2004, they passed the
following resolution:
"WHEREAS the Ontario Recreation Facilities Association
(O.R,FA) has commenced the process to pass a Private Bill
at Queen's Park recognizing them in Ontario as the certifying
body for recreation facility professionals;
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AND WHEREAS this certification legislation would empower
O.R.F,A. to govern its members and grant the following
designations: Registered Recreation Facilities Operator,
Registered Recreation Facilities Supervisor, Registered
Recreation Facilities Manager, Registered Recreation
Facilities Administrator, Certified Ice Technician, Certified
Aquatics Technician and Certified Parks Technician;
AND WHEREAS these certification designations help
identify qualified individuals working in recreation facilities
through the Province of Ontario;
NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that the Council for South
Stormont request the Provincial Government to approve the
Private Bill and grant it Royal Assent before the 2004
summer break at Queen's Park;
AND BE IT FURTHER REOLVED THAT this resolution be
sent to ROMA and AMO for distribution to all Ontario
municipalities for endorsement and support, and to all
MPPS."
Resolution #C-141-04
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT the resolution of the Township of South Stormont regarding
the Ontario Recreation Facilities Association be endorsed by the
Council of the Municipality of Clarington.
"CARRIED"
Ann Marie Webbe, Executive Director, KMW Adult Day Program,
requesting a letter of support of their proposal to provide
specialized therapeutic rehabilitation and support services to clients
who have survived acquired brain injuries and related disabilities.
The Plan is to incorporate a Physiotherapist, Recreational
Therapist, Occupation Therapist and Registered Nurse. The
Program follows the principals of services as outlined by the
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Ministry of Community and Social Services as well as the Guiding
Principles of the Victorian Order of Nurses-Peterborough, Victoria &
Haliburton and Standards from the Regional Community Brain
Injury Services set out by the Canadian Council on Health Services
Accreditation.
Resolution #C-142-04
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT Correspondence Item D - 25 be tabled to determine the
nature of the program,
"CARRIED"
P,M. Madill, Regional Clerk, The Regional Municipality of Durham,
advising Council that on March 3, 2004, they passed the following
resolution:
"WHEREAS Durham Region borders three bodies of water -
Lake Simcoe, Lake Scugog and Lake Ontario; and
WHEREAS the Durham Region Strategic Plan envisioned a
diverse, vibrant and interconnected waterfront system that is
a centre for community and recreation that connects
Durham's municipalities; and
WHEREAS there are currently major obstacles to creating a
seamlessly integrated waterfront trail system across the
Lake Ontario waterfront; and
WHEREAS municipalities working in broad partnership have
greater opportunity to gain access to funding and support
from other levels of government and private sector interests;
NOW THEREFORE the Corporation of the Region of
Durham hereby establishes a Durham Region Waterfront
Coordinating Committee comprised of one Regional
Councillor from each municipality and one representative
from the public in each lower tier municipality to coordinate a
proposal to interconnect the Lake Ontario waterfront trail
system and to further the trail system of the Lake Scugog
waterfront; and
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THAT the Coordinating Committee proposal be
proportionate to the size of each municipality while taking
into consideration broader priorities; and
THAT the Coordinating Committee utilize the work and plans
of lower tier government to provide the detail and local
priorities for the proposal; and
THAT the Coordinating Committee also draw upon the
resources and expertise of the appropriate Conservation
Authorities and other agencies it deems appropriate; and
THAT the Coordinating Committee identify potential funding
and partnership opportunities for the proposal that give
consideration to appropriate jurisdiction; and
THAT the Coordinating Committee submit the said proposal
to Regional Council as soon as possible to endorse it for the
consideration and approval of the lower tier municipalities;
and
THAT upon approval from both the upper and lower tier, the
Coordinating Committee be charged with coordinating the
funding and facilitating inter-municipal cooperation for the
proposal in coordination with the participating lower tier
municipalities; and
THAT a minimum of five municipalities agree to participate,
comprising a majority of the population of the Region, for the
proposal to be valid and for the Coordinating Committee to
continue its work."
In accordance with the above resolution Regional Council requests
a response from each municipality as it relates to the following:
1. Agreement to participate in the Durham Region
Waterfront Coordinating Committee,
2. Appointment of one Regional Councillor and one
representative from the public from each municipality.
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Resolution #C-143-04
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT the Correspondence Item D - 27 be received for information.
"MOTION DEFEATED"
Resolution #C-144-04
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the resolution from the Regional Municipality of Durham
regarding Durham Region Waterfront Coordinating Committee be
approved in principle and referred to staff.
"CARRIED"
Vicky Visca, Executive Director, Durham Family Court Clinic,
requesting a municipal grant in the amount of $5,000,00 to support
the Durham Family Court Clinic 'Connecting Our Kids to Their
Community' program, The grant will help disenfranchised and
economically disadvantaged high-risk children and youth participate
in various clinically supervised sports, recreation, leisure and social
activities.
Resolution #C-145-04
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Vicky Visca to be advised of the Municipal grant policy.
"CARRIED"
Wallace Boughen, Chair of the Newtonville Hall Board, advising
that the Board is holding its first Community Day on June 19th, 2004
and requesting the following:
1) Use of the Ina Brown Park.
2)
Portions of Churchlane Street and Newtonville Mill
Street be closed from 11 :00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
3) All fees associated with the event be waived.
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Resolution #C-146-04
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item D - 29 be referred to staff; and
THAT the Newtonville Hall Board's request for a Road Occupancy
Permit be approved.
NOTICE OF MOTION
"CARRIED"
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March 8, 2004
Item #17
Resolution #C-147-04
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report
of March 8, 2004, be approved with the exception of Item #17.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Ping Ie stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Item
#17 (Confidential Report PSD-035-04) and refrained from
discussion and voting on the subject matter. Councillor Pingle
resides in close proximity to the subject property.
Resolution #C-148-04
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the recommendations contained in Confidential Report
PSD-035-04 be approved.
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Resolution #C-149-04
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Report EGD-11-04 be received;
THAT the Clarington Transit Master Plan be approved; and
THAT a copy of this report and Council's resolution be forwarded to
the Regional Municipality of Durham.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-150-04
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
WHEREAS the Region of Durham has enacted By-law No. 11-2004
to provide for the transfer of transit services to the Region, which
requires a triple-majority consent:
AND WHEREAS the implementation of a transit service on a
Regional basis would provide for future opportunities for the
establishment of transit services within the Municipality of
Clarington;
AND WHEREAS the transfer of transit services to the Region would
uphold one of the principles of Regional government which is to
provide for the distribution of major financial commitments on a
regional basis, a principle which is supported by the Municipality of
Clarington;
AND WHEREAS By-law 11-2004, of the Regional Municipality of
Durham, specifies that all rights, obligations, assets, and liabilities
shall be transferred to the Region of Durham subject to such terms
and conditions as may be mutually agreed upon;
AND WHEREAS the terms and conditions of this transfer have not
been identified;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Municipality of Clarington
resolves;
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THAT consent be given for By-law 11-2004 of The Regional
Municipality of Durham, being a by-law to transfer all of the lower-
tier power relating to public transportation systems (transit), to be
endorsed, and;
THAT the terms and conditions associated with the transfer of all
rights, obligations, assets and liabilities, having regard to the
Municipality of Clarington's Master Transit Plan, be developed and
mutually agreed upon, and;
THAT once endorsed a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the
Region of Durham with copies provided to all area municipalities.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-151-04
Naming of Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Pingle
Municipal Buildings
THAT Report CSD-03-04 be received;
Report #4
Fence By-law
Robert Savage
THAT the new policy (Attachment #3 to Report CSD-03-04) for
naming of municipal buildings/facilities be approved;
THAT the Policy Regarding Memorial Tributes (Attachment #2 to
Report CSD-03-04) be repealed;
THAT the name "Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre", as
recommended by the Clarington Museums and Archives Board for
the Building at 62 Temperance Street be approved; and
THAT the Clarington Museums and Archives Board be advised of
Council's decision
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-152-04
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT Report CLD-10-04 be received; and
THAT a copy of Report CLD-10-04 be forwarded to Mr. Savage.
"CARRIED"
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Resolution #C-153-04
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT Confidential Report CLD-009-04 be received; and
THAT the request be approved as per Council's usual practice,
"CARRIED"
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Port Granby
Project
Resolution #C-154-04
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Report PSD-020-04 be lifted from the table,
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-155-04
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Report PSD-020-04 be received;
THAT the Port Granby Project Community Advisory Committee not
be re-established, and the Low Level Radioactive Waste
Management Office be requested to consult with the broader
Clarington community and the South East Clarington Ratepayers
Association; and
THAT a copy of Report PSD-020-04 and Council's resolution be
forwarded to the Low Level Radioactive Waste Management Office,
Natural Resources Canada, and the members of the former Port
Granby Project Community Advisory Committee.
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Resolution #C-156-04
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT the delegation of Glenda Gies and Ruben Plaza, Co-Chairs,
St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee be thanked for
their presentation.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-157 -04
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the delegation of Susan MacDonald be referred to the Chief
Administrative Officer.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-158-04
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the delegation of Keith Swan be referred to the Director of
Engineering Services and the Traffic Management Committee.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-159-04
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT the delegation of David Climenhage, Great Canadian Town
Band Festival be referred to the Director of Engineering Services
and to the Director of Community Services; and
THAT the Great Canadian Town Band Festival be thanked for their
efforts in organizing the Festival.
"CARRIED"
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BY-LAWS
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March 22, 2004
Resolution #C-160-04
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2004-065 to
2004-072 inclusive, and that the said by-laws be now read a first
and second time:
2004-065 being a by-law to amend By-law 77-33, as amended, a
by-law to appoint Members to the Board of
Management for the Bowmanville Central Business
Improvement Area, and to repeal By-laws 95-60 and
95-131
2004-066 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of
Newcastle (Applicant: Archibald)
2004-067 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 37, to the
Clarington Official Plan (Applicant: Tarola Enterprises Inc,)
2004-068 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of
Clarington (Applicant: Tarola Enterprises Inc.)
2004-069 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of
Newcastle (Applicant: St. Stephen's Estates)
2004-070 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of
Clarington (Applicant: Valiant Property Management)
2004-071 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Clarington
and Lakeridge Contracting Ltd., Ajax, Ontario, to enter into
agreement for the Sydney B. Rutherford Trail Entrance,
Orono
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March 22, 2004
2004-072 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Miwel
Construction Limited, Stouffville, Ontario to enter into
agreement for the Roenigk Drive and King Street West
Intersection Improvements
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-161-04
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2004-065 to
2004-072 inclusive be approved.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Pingle stated a pecuniary interest with respect to By-law
2003-072, and refrained from discussion and voting on the subject
matter. Councillor Ping Ie resides in close proximity to the subject
property.
Resolution #C-162-04
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2004-073, a by-law to
authorize a Purchase Agreement between the Corporation of the
Municipality of Clarington and Edgar Brookings, in respect to the
purchase of Plan 150, Lot 5, Part lot 4, 6 now RP 10R-1798,
Part 2, 3 Clarington and that the said By-law be now read a first
and second time.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-163-04
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2004-073 be approved,
"CARRIED"
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OTHER BUSINESS
Boards and
Committees
Updates
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March 22, 2004
Councillor Schell announced CLOCA is hosting the yth Annual
Maple Festival. The event will take place at Purple woods
Conservation Area, He encourages Council and residents to attend
this event.
Councillor Trim advised Council of Central Public School's,
breakfast club. During his visit to the school he observed
volunteers and children working at a worthwhile project within a
friendly surrounding. There was a nice variety of food. The
children were well mannered and had a warm and comfortable
send off to school.
Mayor Mutton informed residents that the March 24th Regional
Council meeting begins the first phase of voting on the issue of
Regional Chair at large. This is not a quick process as the
Munici~al Act requires a triple majority for the motion to carry. Also,
April 6t is Regional Budget Day,
Council Foster invited Council to join the Rotary Club on Friday,
March 26th to hear Chris Conti, Friends of Second Marsh.
Councillor Pingle advised of the St. Marys Community Relations
events, Ontario Power Generation offered the community March
Break activities, Bethesda House is holding a fund raising
Dinner/Auction, and Tyrone Hall is hosting a Eucher Party on
March 2yth and a garage sale on May 8th, 2004,
Councillor Robinson invited Council to attend 'Farm Safety
Awareness Day' on April 3rd, 2004 at Evergreen Farm & Garden on
Taunton Road, Also, Councillor Robinson informed Council that
the Teen Dance held in Newtonville was a success and enjoyed by
approximately 60 teenagers.
Mayor Mutton advised that the Ganaraska Conservation Authority
approved the architectural contract for the rebuilding of the Forest
Centre,
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March 22, 2004
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
ADJOURNMENT
Councillor Pingle stated pecuniary interests earlier in the meeting
and refrained from voting on the Confirming By-law.
Resolution #C-164-04
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2004-074 being a
by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality
of Clarington at this meeting held on the 22nd day of March 2004,
and that the said by-law be now read a first and second time.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-165-04
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2004-074 be approved.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-166-04
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT the meeting adjourned at 8:53 p.m.
"CARRIED"