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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/31/2004 . . . ~" ~. Council Minutes PRAYER ROLL CALL Present Were: Also Present: MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON May 31, 2004 Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on May 31, 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. Pingle Councillor G. Robinson Councillor J. Schell Councillor C. Trim Acting Chief Administrative Officer, M. Marano Manager of Transportation & Design, L. Benson Director of Community Services, J. Caruana Director of Planning Services, D. Crome Director of Operations, F. Horvath Director of Finance/Treasurer, N. Taylor Manager of Emergency Services, G. Weir Administrative Assistant to the Clerk, C. Tennisco Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST MINUTES There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated for this meeting. Resolution #C-270-04 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Ping Ie THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on May 10, 2004, be approved. "CARRIED" . . . < " Council Minutes PRESENTATIONS - 2- May 31, 2004 Mayor Mutton advised that an issue has arisen regarding the registration of land transfers of properties in the Municipality of Clarington. The name "Clarington" is being used for registration purposes and is being forwarded to MPAC for the assessment rolls. This is incorrect and must be revised as Bowmanville, Courtice, Orono or Newcastle. Mayor Mutton is forwarding a letter to Debra Neal, Land Registrar, to explain this situation. The federal Conservation party rented the Bowmanville Museum earlier today. Council will to speak to this issue at the "closed" session later in the meeting and staff will take the appropriate action. Mayor Mutton presented certificates to the Clarington Girls Hockey Team - 2004 Ontario Provincial Champions and the Newcastle Stars - Bantam 'D' - 2004 Ontario Provincial Champions. Don Terry, President, Clarington Board of Trade addressed Council with respect to the Business Retention & Expansion Program - a questionnaire on economic development strategy. Mr. Terry introduced Suzanne McCrimmon from the Clarington Board of Trade. Ms. McCrimmon stated the report was a business program in conjunction with the Municipality of Clarington and was based on a cross section of businesses. She relayed the following overall profiles from the BREX Program: 84% have been in business for 3 - 10 years 25% have been in business for 10 - 25 years 23% have been in business over 35 years 49% of the businesses plan to expand within the next 2 years 61 % are satisfied with their current location 77% expect sales to be higher this year 40% expect to increase their workforce 85% are non unionized. The Key Advantages to locating in Clarington were identified as follows: located within 80 kilometres from Downtown Toronto geographic location in relation to Toronto Pearson Airport, CN & CP railway and the seaway depth docks Clarington's business infrastructure is stable and diversified. . . . '- Council Minutes PRESENTATIONS PUBLIC MEETING DELEGATIONS - 3- May 31,2004 Suzanne McCrimmon ensured the Board of Trade will continue to support business and outlined recommendations that will be used as part of the overall strategic business plan. In accordance with section 34(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, a public meeting is being held to hear concerns and comments with respect to the Municipality's by-law to stop up and close a portion of the unopened road allowance between Blocks 2 & 3, according to C. G. Hanning's Plan of the Village of Orono, shown as Parts 3 & 5, Plan 40R-21260. No one spoke in opposition to or in support of this road closure. Resolution #C-271-04 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT Rhonda Grovum be added to the agenda as a delegation regarding Report PSD-058-04 to replace delegation (a) which has been rescheduled. "CARRIED" Rick Gay and Lawson Gay, P.O. Box 98006, Courtice Corners Post Office, 2727 Courtice Road, Courtice, L 1 E 3R6 rescheduled their delegation to the meeting of June 28, 2004. Rhonda G rovum, 86 Wellington Street, Bowmanville, L 1 C 4N4 responded to a comment by Andrew Kozak at the Committee meeting held on May 17, 2004. Ms. Grovum stated that, at the time of the survey, Mr. Kozak was included in her survey as a supporter of the heritage designation. Dwight Grovum, 86 Wellington Street, Bowmanville, L 1 C 4N4 addressed Council regarding Report PSD-058-04 and Correspondence Item D - 6. Mr. Grovum is opposed to the recommendations contained in Report PSD-058-04. He stated the existing stewartship programs work to keep the community beautiful and that democracy has not been served at this point. " . . . , Council Minutes DELEGATIONS -4- May 31,2004 Stephen Brickell, 27 Beech Avenue, Bowmanville, L 1 C 3A 1, was called but was not present at this time. He addressed Council later in the meeting. Jeff Wills, 33 Beech Avenue, Bowmanville, L 1 C 3A 1 addressed Council with respect to Report PSD-058-04. Mr. Wills feels citizens have been misled and stated the following: outside the area, some Bowmanville homes have been replaced and small houses are destroyed and rebuilt district designation is the only way to legally enforce conservation nothing currently exits to stop him from destroying his house property value does not limit buyers; communities across the province show the value increased insurance companies reassured him that designation of an area would have no negative effect Bill 60 ensures municipalities will follow the proper process. Mr. Wills feels designation would be an asset for Bowmanville and Phase 2 must be completed. Stephen Brickell, 27 Beech Avenue, Bowmanville, L 1 C 3A 1 addressed Council regarding Report PSD-058-04. Mr. Brickell became a resident of this neighbourhood two years ago and specifically chose a LACAC designated home. He stated the limitations are outweighed by the benefits of Heritage Designation based on the following: houses have been torn down in nice communities and neighborhoods have been destroyed everyone is concerned and should move forward to preserve this historical area in Bowmanville as it will not last long without protection insurance cost was not an issue Mr. Brickell stated the survey was intimidating in the way it was presented to the neighbourhood. Laurie Cook, 35 Beech Avenue, Bowmanville, L 1 C 3A 1 addressed Council in regard to Report PSD-058-04 and informed Council that he is neither for nor against Heritage Designation. Mr. Cook is willing to go through the process, but his concerns are about a neighbourhood with different ideas on how to achieve what is good for the community. Should the process be stopped we would not . . . " , Council Minutes DELEGATIONS - 5 - May 31,2004 know if good things could come from Heritage Designation as the survey did not state what designation is. Therefore, he believes it is appropriate to proceed to Phase 2. David Reesor, 152 Wellington Street, Bowmanville, L1C 1W1 addressed Council regarding Report PSD-058-04. He stated that Bowmanville has many heritage homes in the area. He has attended LACAC meetings and CHO training programs and supports "Individual Designation". He requests Council not proceed to Phase 2 because no concrete benefits to designation have been demonstrated. Don Brown, 3880 Metcalf Street, Newcastle, L 1 B 1 L9 addressed Council in regard to Report PSD-058-04. Mr. Brown has been a resident of Newcastle for 20 years and has a strong interest in area history. He has been a member of the Newcastle Historical Society, Clarington Museum Board and LACAC. Mr. Brown supports proceeding to Phase 2 for the following reasons: pass on our heritage Phase 2 would enable us to continue intelligent discussions there are strong feelings about designation and the agreement of property owners is an important process. Resolution #C-272-04 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Council recess for 10 minutes. "CARRIED" The meeting reconvened at 8:25 p.m. Vic Suppan, Chair, LACAC, R.A. #1, Enniskillen, LOB 1JO addressed Council in regard to Report PSD-058-04. Mr. Suppan thanked everyone who has offered support, positive or negative, and input into this resolution and recommends proceeding to Phase 2 based on the following: guidelines provide additional tools Phase 2 will not be finalized until information is gathered will continue to work with the public and staff to be sure the outcome is acceptable to all parties not to proceed would be an injustice to the heritage of the area. . . . ~ Council Minutes DELEGATIONS - 6 - May 31,2004 Bill Humber, 15 Beech Avenue, Bowmanville, L 1 C 3A 1 introduced Monica Hoy, a resident in the area of Concession Street and Burk Court, to give her support for Report PSD-058-04. Ms. Hoy stated the following: they are celebrating the 125th anniversary of their home and she is appreciative of her predessors' efforts to maintain the home Phase 2 would ensure maintenance of heritage homes to allow people 100 years from now to share in the area's history she welcomes the opportunity to move forward. Ms. Hoy stated the residents are the stewards to preserve the future and requested Councils' support in proceeding to Phase 2. Bill Humber advised that the Older Bowmanville Neighbourhood Association are proud advocates of the neighbourhood designation. They are working for the current and future splendour of the area. He asked that Council respect future generations and adopt the recommendations contained in Report PSD-058-04 to proceed to Phase 2 of the study. Ron Worboy, 23 Concession Street, West, Bowmanville, L 1 C 1Y6 offered his support to Council in regard to PSD-058-04. Mr. Worboy believes however that allowing infilling can be a positive move for the neighbourhood. Chris Fredericks, 72 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, L 1 C 3A9 advised Council he is not in support of the recommendations contained in Report PSD-058-04. He states the consultant's reports did not include/represent public opinion as no one spoke with him. He does not support Heritage Designation for the following reasons: misunderstanding of survey neighbourhood does not want the process to continue neighbourhood conflict over designation does not create a community environment to raise children in no assurance of guidelines. Mr. Fredericks requests Council to move forward with other options. . . . ~ Council Minutes DELEGATIONS REPORTS - 7 - May 31,2004 Adrian Short, 67 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, L 1 C 3B1 advised Council of his support of the recommendations contained in Report PSD-058-04 as preservation is not enough to ensure protection of buildings from profit-minded individuals. Andrew Kozak, 86 Concession Street, West, Bowmanville, L 1 C 1 Y9 advised Council of his support of the recommendations contained in Report PSD-058-04. Mr. Kozak feels Phase 2 is the key to sustaining the Bowmanville area. He indicated his concern with the survey that was undertaken. Rick James, 55 Centre Street, Bowmanville, L 1 C 2Y2 advised Council of his support of the recommendations contained in Report PSD-058-04, provided Heritage Designation is not the outcome. He stated that since the last Council meeting on May 17, 2004 the survey has increased with three additional no's bringing the totals to 104 for no and 12 for yes. He is against Designation for the following reasons: public support is not there raise in insurance rates government will have too much control loss of control to the homeowner. Mr. James stated the neighbourhood takes pride in their homes and can retain the character and respect the values of the past through more involvement from the Museum and LACAC. Bill Huether, 22 Centre Street, Bowmanville, L 1 C 2X9, a resident and business owner since 1995 in Bowmanville, stated his concerns to Council regarding the process leading to Report PSD-058-04. Mr. Huether questions who asked for the process and how did it get this far. With the strong feelings in the neighbourhood and so many opposed, the direction Council should take is clear. Resolution #C-273-04 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the agenda be altered to allow for consideration of Report PSD-058-04 at this time. "CARRIED" . . , Council Minutes REPORTS Report #2 Bowmanville Heritage Designation - 8- May 31,2004 Resolution #C-274-04 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT Report PSD-058-04 be received; THAT Martindale Planning Services, Ajax, Ontario and their consulting team be authorized to provide consultation services for the preparation of the Heritage Conservation District Plan, Phase 2 Guidelines in the amount of $23,390.00 (plus GST) as set out in Report COD-001-03; THAT the funds for the preparation of the Guidelines be drawn from Account #100-50-000-1-520-7160 LACAC Consulting and Account #100-00-000-0000-2926, Professional Fees Reserve; THAT the By-law attached to Report PSD-058-04, authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute the agreement with the consultant team be approved; THAT no action on the designation of the neighbourhood as a heritage conservation district be taken until the Guidelines are complete; THAT at the end of Phase 2, a public meeting be held on the Conservation Guidelines and the alternative means for protecting the neighbourhood; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-058-04, all property owners within the study area and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE" Council Member Yes Councillor Foster ;J Councillor MacArthur ;J Councillor PinQle Councillor Robinson ;J . Councillor Schell ;J Councillor Trim ;J Mavor Mutton ;J No Declaration of Pecuinarv Interest 'i , Council Minutes - 9 - May 31,2004 . Resolution #C-275-04 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Council recess for 5 minutes. "CARRIED" The meeting reconvened at 9:30 p.m. COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-276-04 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the communications to be received for information, be approved with the exception of Items I - 1, I - 27, I - 30 and 1-42. "CARRIED" . 1-2 M02.GE Orono Figure Skating Club Executive thanking Council for their generous grant. These funds will be put towards ice costs as they are always rising. They had a tremendous year, were well represented and started a Synchronized Team of small skaters. 1-3 C06.DU 1-4 C06.LO 1-5 C06.HW 1- 6 C06.HW 1-7 C06.CL 1- 8 . E06.GE 1-9 C06.LO Minutes of the Durham Nuclear Health Committee meeting dated April 16, 2004. Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee meeting dated March 30, 2004. Minutes of the Clarington Hwy. 407 Community Advisory Committee meeting dated April 6, 2004. Minutes of the Clarington Hwy. 407 Community Advisory Committee meeting dated April 29, 2004. Minutes of the Clarington Museums and Archives Board meeting dated April 21, 2004. Ontario Power Generation Nuclear Report Card, Darlington, for the First Quarter 2004. Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee meeting dated April 20, 2004. , . Council Minutes - 10- May 31, 2004 COMMUNICATIONS 1-10 S08.GE Karen Monaghan, Communications, Community Relations and Public Affairs, Lakeridge Health, submitting to Council a copy of the "Neighbour to Neighbour" newsletter which outlines ongoing construction at the Oshawa site to residents in the area. I - 11 M02.GE Jason Balaban, Coordinator, Fund Raising Events, Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, thanking Council for their involvement in the 2004 Bowmanville Super Cities WALK for MS and helpfulness in planning the WALK. With Council's support as our Honourary Chair, $34,969.05 was raised. As participants continue to submit their outstanding pledges, they are expecting to surpass their goal of $35,000.00. Maureen Reid, Ron Baker, Patti Barrie, and Gordon Weir were very supportive and courteous. 1-12 S08.GE Debbie McGarry, CFRE, President & Chief Executive Officer, Vital Links Campaign, updating Council on the status of the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering Hospital's redevelopment. The $47 million expansion schematic design is expected to be complete by July 2004 and final approval is anticipated prior to the construction launch in April 2006. She thanks us for our continued support of Rouge Valley Health System and will be extending an invitation to the official opening on June 9th of their Redevelopment Office. . 1- 13 S08.GE Brian C. Lemon, Chief Executive Officer, Lakeridge Health, advising Council of the approved new five year strategic plan by the Board of Trustees. The new plan "Better Together" as well as an abridged version was distributed to residents in Durham Region. 1-14 A04.GE Bryan Clarke, CRS-S, Chief Administrative Officer, Association of Ontario Road Supervisors, inviting Council and municipal employees to attend the "2004 Municipal Trade Show" being held on June 2 - 3, 2004 at the East Elgin Community Complex in Aylmer. The Trade Show provides an opportunity for municipal employees and contractors to view products and services required by municipalities. 1-15 E06.GE David Anderson, M.P., Minister of the Environment thanking Council for the Municipality of Clarington's resolution asking the Government of Canada to invest in a plan to help fund universal metering programs for small municipalities. Environment Canada supports water metering as a means to reduce water use and provides a management audit tool that enhances the ability to detect leaks and optimize the supply and demand of water, . . . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-16 R06.GE 1- 17 A04.GE 1-18 ROO.GE - 11- May 31,2004 particularly during peak periods. Environment Canada officials have been working with their colleagues in Infrastructure Canada to propose and promote the funding of metering in urban and rural areas. The Ontario Government is currently in negotiation with the Government of Canada, and the agreement is expected to be finalized in the next couple of months. Jeff Chartier, Administrator, Literacy Network of Durham Region providing Council with the 2003 Literacy Service Plan, as well as an update for 2004. The Literacy Network of Durham Region works to help and support adult literacy programs in the community as 55% of residents in Durham Region struggle with printed material on a daily basis. Kawaratha Pine Ridge District School Board advising Council that the Budget Committee meeting to be held on May 11th has been cancelled as the Board awaits funding information for the 2004/05 school year frorn the Ministry of Education. All meetings will begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Education Centre in Peterborough as follows: . Monday May 31st . Monday June 21st (tentative) . Monday June 28th . Wednesday June 30th. The Association of Municipalities of Ontario advising Council that Ontario is the only province that does not have an Immigration Agreement, notwithstanding that Ontario receives the majority share of immigrants to Canada. AMO pressed the Senate committee for involvement of municipal government in the development of programs and services to support immigration and profiled the role, responsibilities, and challenges for municipal government. A Letter of Intent with respect to the Immigration Agreement was signed by the Citizenship and Immigration Canada Minister - Judy Sgro and Ontario Minister of Citizenship and Immigration - Marie Bountrogianni. The Letter of Intent sets out a vision and commits the government to form a number of committees including a joint federal, provincial and municipal committee that will contribute to the development of an agreement. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-19 C10.MO 1-20 C10.MO 1-21 C10.MO - 12- May 31,2004 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising R. Dicerni, President and CEO, Ontario Power Generation, that the Durham Nuclear Health Committee passed the following resolution regarding Terms of Reference at their meeting held on May 5, 2004: "a) THAT the revised terms of reference of the Durham Nuclear Health Committee be approved; and b) THAT the PresidentlCEOs, Ontario Power Generation and Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, Ontario's Minister of the Environment, the Councils of the Town of Ajax, Municipality of Clarington and City of Pickering, and the Durham Region's M.P.s and M.P.P.s be so advised." P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising Council that the Planning Committee of Regional Council passed the following resolution regarding the Management of Abandoned Aggregate Properties Program at their meeting held on May 5, 2004: "a) THAT Report #2004-P-45 of the Commissioner of Planning be received for information; and b) THAT a copy of Report #2004-P-45 of the Commissioner of Planning be forwarded to the local area municipalities, the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC), the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee (DAAC), and the Aggregate Producers Association of Ontario, MAAP Program." P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising Council that the Planning Committee of Regional Council passed the following resolution regarding the Annual Subdivision/Condominium Activity Report at their meeting held on May 5, 2004: "a) THAT Report #2004-P-46 of the Commissioner of Planning be received for information; and b) THAT a copy of Report #2004-P-46 of the Commissioner of Planning be forwarded to the local area municipalities." . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-22 C10.MO 1- 23 T03.GE 1- 24 L11.GE 1- 25 C06.CL 1- 26 F11.GE - 13 - May 31,2004 Sandra Kranc, City Clerk, Corporation of the City of Oshawa, advising Council that the City of Oshawa passed the following resolution regarding Provincial Highway Improvements in Durham Region at their meeting held on March 10,2004: "Whereas on February 23, 2004, City Council considered a resolution of Durham Regional Council requesting that Provincial highway improvements in Durham Region proceed expeditiously, and passed a resolution concurring with Regional Council's resolution and that Mayor Gray write a letter to the Province of Ontario requesting that the Province proceed expeditiously on this matter; and That correspondence from the Municipality of Clarington dated March 10, 2004, endorsing the same resolution of Durham Regional Council, be received for information." Gary Polonsky, President, University of Ontario Institute of Technology, advising Council of their support for the decision by Durham Regional Council to get into the transit business, as has been done successfully in York Region. Hardships that students and their families face are often compounded by a transportation barrier. John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, thanking Council for the correspondence to the Honourable Greg Sorbara, Minister of Finance with respect to the resolution passed regarding endorsement of a zero-rate Provincial Sales Tax for municipal purchases of goods and services. The resolution from Durham Regional Council (endorsed by the Municipality) also calls for the Province to dedicate a portion of the provincial fuel tax to help improve roads and transit infrastructure in Ontario. Michel J.M. Langlois, Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board, submitting the 2002-2003 Director's Annual Report highlighting the accomplishments, activities, and operations of the Board. Gabrielle Bell, Hall Administrator, Newcastle Community Hall, thanking Mayor Mutton and Council for their favorable consideration of the grant application. The Community Services staff of the Municipality of Clarington have been most helpful and pleasant to deal with during the process. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-28 C10.MO 1- 29 E06.GE 1- 31 A04.GE 1- 32 H04.GE 1- 33 E08.GE 1- 34 C06.CL 1- 35 C06.AN 1- 36 T03.GE - 14 - May 31, 2004 Sandra Richardson, Deputy Clerk, The City of Kawartha Lakes advising that they have withdrawn their appeal to the Kawartha Region Conservation Authority 2004 budgeVlevy. Donna Cansfield, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Energy, Chair, Conservation Action Team, Ministry of Energy, thanking Council for correspondence regarding electricity conservation by municipalities and the conservation initiatives being undertaken in Clarington. Their staff is working with the Ministry of Environment to enhance their role in the Clean Air Council and Clean Air Partnership activities. Road Watch Huron, inviting all communities and organizations concerned about road safety to the Watch Us Grow Conference to be held September 19 - 20, 2004 at the Oakwood Inn, Grand Bend. Christopher Bentley, Minister, Ministry of Labour, thanking Council for the correspondence regarding the resolution concerning Clarington's Joint Health & Safety Committee. He is pleased to read of the co-operative approach used to produce the structure and terms of reference for the committee and wishes every success in the municipality's endeavours. John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, advising Council of a resolution from the Township of Uxbridge, supporting the Town of Perth, regarding Ontario Regulation 170/03 and its impact on small municipally- owned non-residential water systems. He requests being kept informed of the municipality's position on this matter. Minutes of the Clarington Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting dated May 6, 2004. Minutes of the Animal Advisory Committee meeting dated April 21, 2004. Ministry of Transportation advising Council that in conjunction with the Region of Durham and local municipalities it is undertaking an Environmental Assessment (EA) Terms of Reference and individual EA to examine Provincial transportation problems and opportunities . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-37 D02.GE 1-38 S04.GE 1- 39 FOO.GE 1- 40 M02.GE - 15 - May 31, 2004 in the Durham Region. Local Citizen panels have been scheduled to provide the public to share views regarding the draft 407 East Completion EA Terms of Reference as follows: - June 1,2004 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Town of Whitby Council Chambers Brougham Community Hall Municipality of Clarington Council Chambers City of Oshawa, Arts Resource Centre. June 3, 2004 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - June 8,2004 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - June 9, 2004 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Mayor Parish, Town of Ajax, writing to the Honourable John Gerretsen, Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing regarding Bill 26 and the decision that urban boundary expansion should not be subject to appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board. An area of concern is with urban area boundaries not being appealable there is and will be growing pressure from developers to convert employment lands to residential lands. They put a high priority on economic development that creates jobs and balanced assessment. Shellie Bird, Co-President, Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care, Sid Ryan, President, CUPE Ontario, Wayne Samuelson, President, Ontario Federation of Labour, presenting Council with a "Report on the status of regulated child care-2004 Municipal Budgets". The report points to a disturbing trend taking place to meet the rising costs of the child care systems. They hope this report is helpful in setting Ontario's governments' priorities for young children and families. Bill Ralph, Chief Executive Officer, Ontario Strategic Infrastructure Financing Authority, advising Council that the 2004 Ontario Budget introduced by the Minister of Finance announced the creation of the Ontario Strategic Infrastructure Financing Authority. They will assume all the duties and obligations of the Ontario Municipal Economic Infrastructure Financing Authority. John Gerretsen, Minister Responsible for Seniors, advising of the 60th anniversary commemorations of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy plans. An "Ontario Remembers" website has just been launched providing a central listing of events and resources to help plan activities taking place in Ontario and support local plans. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-41 M02.GE I - 1 E06.GE 1- 27 C10.MO - 16- May 31,2004 John Gerretsen, Minister Responsible for Seniors, providing material for "2004 Seniors' Month" and encouraging the posters "Active Living: Active in Body, Mind and Spirit" to be placed in public places. John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, thanking Gary Polonsky, President, University of Ontario Institute of Technology for the correspondence regarding enhanced nuclear power in Durham Region and specifically in Clarington. The evidence to date would tend to confirm that Ontario must continue to use nuclear power technology to meet our future power requirements. He is proud of the foresight shown in supporting the UOIT concept that will graduate men and women to lead Ontario in energy technology. Resolution #C-277-04 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Item I - 1 be received for information and a copy be forwarded to the Minister of Energy. "CARRIED" Kim Coates, Clerk, Township of Scugog, advising Council that the Township of Scugog passed the following resolutions regarding the Election of the Regional Chair at their meeting held on May 10, 2004: "THAT the Council of the Region of Durham be advised that this Council does not support the Notice of Motion as drafted with respect to the election of the Regional Chair." And "THAT the Council respectfully request the Council of the Region of Durham to revisit the appointment process relating to the Regional Chair to include but not be limited to a secret ballot, timing of appointment and the term of office." . . . Council Minutes COMMUNCIATIONS 1- 30 E08.GE 1- 42 C06.CL - 17 - May 31,2004 Resolution #C-278-04 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item 1- 27 be received for information. "CARRIED" Ministry of Public Infrastructure Renewal, Owen Sound, advising Council that the governments of Canada and Ontario announced the signing of a Letter of Intent that will lead to increased funding for public infrastructure in small urban centres and rural municipalities. Ontario is the first province to partner with the federal government in this program. The investments will help small towns and rural communities comply with drinking water standards, improve sewage treatment and waste management, fix local roads and repair bridges, as well as help address other health and safety priorities. The signing of a second Letter of Intent pledges the Governments of Canada and Ontario work closely with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario to implement the program and ensure it meets local priorities and needs. Resolution #C-279-04 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item I - 30 be referred to the Director of Financerrreasurer. "CARRIED" Minutes of the Clarington Museums and Archives Board meeting dated May 12, 2004. Resolution #C-280-04 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT Correspondence Item 1-42 be referred to staff. "CARRIED" Correspondence Items D - 19, D - 20, D - 21 and D - 22 were distributed as handouts. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 1 M02.GE D-2 M02.GE D-3 M02.GE - 18 - May 31, 2004 Resolution #C-281-04 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda, including the handout items, with the exception of Items D - 7 and D - 10 to D - 18, inclusive. "CARRIED" Lion AI Elyea, Member of the Duck Derby Committee, requesting approval to hold the "Ninth Annual Rubber Duck Derby for 2004". This event will be held on June 26, 2004 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m and entails the use of a Clarington front-end loader to drop the ducks off the bridge at King and Roenigk Streets between 12 noon and 2:00 p.m. A stage for school bands will be set up on the lower parking area in the valley and food and soft drinks will be available. A road occupancy permit has been applied for. (Approved provided the organizers obtain a Road Occupancy Permit from the Engineering Services Department and correspondence referred to the Director of Operations) Sherry Millson CDA, CDR, Marketing Director - Durham Site, CIBC Run for the Cure, permission to han~ a banner at Highway #2 and Durham Road 57 in regards to the 5 annual "CIBC Run for the Cure" to be held on Sunday, October 3, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. They are looking for ways to promote the Run in order to generate more participation, which in turn generates more donations to allow for further research for Breast Cancer. The banner should be placed on September 3, 2004 until October 4, 2004. (Approved) Dougal Paul, Kendal Community Centre Board of Directors, requesting permission to hold a fireworks display for Canada Day 2004. The event will take place behind the Kendal Community Centre in the ball diamond area. The Fire Department requests them to hire a professional company to do the display, but that would cost between $10,000 and $15,000 thousand dollars. They are a small community centre and cannot afford the expense. They will be assisted by ex-volunteer fire fighters and several adult volunteers and have put together a fire safety plan which ensures that no person under the age of 18 will be allowed to approach the launch area. The crowd is seated in an area at a perpendicular Council Minutes - 19- May 31,2004 . COMMUNICATIONS angle to the launch direction and they will monitor the surface winds and winds aloft to ensure the fireworks are not blown toward the crowd. (Approved provided the organizers obtain a permit in accordance with By-law 92-160) D-4 R01.GE Harvey & Marilyn Webster, Bowmanville, advising Council of their concerns regarding the Bowmanville Heritage Designation. They state the issue is threatening to infringe on peoples privacy and freedom. They would like to know who brought up this issue and request a vote "house by house". That is democracy. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services and to advise of actions taken with respect to Report PSD-058-04) D-S A04.GE M. Catherine Staples, Manager, Environmental Training, Fleming Training Services, Fleming College, advising of an MOE Approved Training Course, Operation of Small Drinking Water Systems, to be held on June 22, 2004 at Fleming College in Peterborough. The course is approved by the Ministry of Environment as meeting the requirements of a "trained person" under the Drinking Water Systems regulation for the following: . small municipal, non-residential seasonal residential small non-municipal, non-residential. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Operations) D-6 R01.GE Dwight Grovum, 86 Wellington Street, Bowmanville, addressing Council on the Bowmanville Heritage Designation. Mr. Grovum thought this would be a voluntary arrangement and stated this is not a new idea-about twenty years ago plaques were issued which was designation that came with a price. Properties were evaluated and a list was complied of items about properties that you could not touch and that you had to get permission to change. They were intrusive and bordered on harassment. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services and to advise of Council's decision with respect to Report PSD-058-04) . . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-8 P15.GE D - 9 P15.GE D-7 T02.GE D -10 P01.GE - 20- May 31,2004 Monica L. Deluney, Oshawa, requesting a four-way stop at the intersection of Solina Road and Concession Rd. 6. Ms. Deluney was a friend of Jeff McDonald and his wife Tracy. Jeff was killed due to a collision at this intersection and she would like to take this opportunity to adopt the corner in Jeff's honour. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Engineering Services) Kim Witkowski requesting a four way stop at the intersection of Concession Rd. 6 and Solina Road. Unfortunately on May 4, 2004 a fatal accident occurred at this location. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Engineering Services) Berta Avery, President, Laberimi Enterprises Inc., Driver & Vehicle Licence Office #386,100 King St., East, Bowmanville requesting the designation of a disabled parking spot on King St., East, Bowmanville. The first available parking space on the north side of King St. East, east of George Street would be a preferable location. The curb in this spot is already cut making it a safe location for departure from the passenger side of the vehicle. Resolution #C-282-04 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT Correspondence Item D - 7 be referred to the Director of Engineering Services. "CARRIED" Gordon Garrod, Mikes Place Ltd., 34 King Avenue, East, Newcastle, requesting an exemption to the Refreshment Vehicle Licencing By-law to allow for a chip truck to operate on the back lot of Mikes Place Ltd. The property is properly zoned, however, does not meet the required 60 m setback from an eating establishment. The truck will be 220 feet from the front door of the restaurant, but the property line is too close to the chip truck. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 11 P01.FE D -12 C10.MO - 21 - May 31,2004 Resolution #C-283-04 Moved Councillor Trim, seconded Councillor Pingle THAT Correspondence Item D - 10 be referred to staff for review with authorization to exempt the 60 metre setback requirement if all other requirements are met. "CARRIED" Anthony E. Laskowsky, Laskowsky & Laskowsky, Barristers, Solicitors, Notaries Public, requesting an exemption to the Fencing By-law to allow the construction of a fence which exceeds a height of 4 feet in the designated front yard. Mr. Laskowsy's client purchased a corner lot and would like to erect the fence on the part of the property that is technically designated as the front yard. Resolution #C-284-04 Moved Councillor Pingle, seconded Councillor MacArthur THAT Correspondence Item D - 11 be referred to staff for review with authorization to exempt the applicant from Section 4.2 of By-law 2000-105 which prohibits the construction of a fence exceeding a height of four feet in any designated front yard. "CARRIED" Pam Gilroy, Acting Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Niagara, advising Council that at a meeting held on March 18, 2004 they approved the following recommendations of the Public Works and Utilities Committee: "THAT this Committee recommends to Regional Council that the following be approved: A) That the Minister of Environment for the Province of Ontario be requested to recognize the need to adopt legislation and policies that support Ontario municipalities in the implementation of integrated waste management systems to maximize diversion of waste from landfill and allow for the approval and implementation of disposal alternatives to manage the waste that remains after diversion through the following actions: . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS - 22- May 31,2004 (i) Immediately designate organic materials under the Waste Diversion Act to enable discussions to begin on how to best fund the diversion of organic materials from landfill, in recognition of the Minister's objective to achieve 60% diversion from landfill and ban landfilling of organic materials and current municipal efforts to establish organics diversion programs. (ii) Immediately adopt the Canadian Council of Minister's of the Environment (CCME) guidelines for compost for Ontario as part of an overall review and update of the Composting regulations in the Province to support the diversion of source separated organics. (iii) Designate household hazardous waste and electronic waste under the Waste Diversion Act. (iv) Undertake a formal review of the Environmental Assessment Act and approvals processes to develop a streamlined Environmental Assessment (EA) process that fulfils the original intent of the amendments to the Act that came into effect January 1, 1997, potentially resulting in either; a) amendments to the Act; or b) the development of Regulations under the Act. B) That copies of the resolution be forwarded to local MPPs, Association of Municipalities of Ontario and Waste Diversion Ontario. C) That the Association of Municipalities of Ontario be requested to forward this resolution to its member municipalities for consideration and request that municipal Councils pass similar resolutions." Resolution #C-285-04 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Item D - 12 be received for information. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D -13 C10.MO - 23- May 31,2004 P. M. Madill, Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, writing to the Honourable Dalton McGuity advising that on May 5, 2004 Regional Council passed the following resolution regarding Personal Care in Boarding or Lodging Houses: "WHEREAS the provision of personal care in boarding or lodging houses, including rest and retirement homes, is unregulated in Ontario; WHEREAS the last time the Government of Ontario formally studied unregulated residential accommodation was in 1991 when it struck a Commission of Inquiry that reported in 1992; WHEREAS the recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry, including those that addressed personal care and safety, were never implemented; WHEREAS boards of health and medical officers of health regularly respond to personal care complaints in boarding or lodging houses, including rest and retirement homes, and in most instances have no ability to resolve these complaints; WHEREAS the Complaints and Information Offices of the Ontario Residential Care Association (ORCA) do not have the authority, nor is it appropriate for them to inspect retirement homes and enforce mandatory standards, the latter of which only apply to ORCA member retirement homes; WHEREAS in December 2003, Parliamentary Assistant Monique Smith, M.P.P., was appointed to undertake a thorough review of Ontario's long-term care system and to recommend practical actions to strengthen services; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Council of the Regional Municipality of Durham urges the Government of Ontario to formally review the need to regulate the provision of personal care in boarding or lodging houses, including rest and retirement homes, possibly by expanding the scope of the long-term care facilities review led by the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care; and . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 14 C10.MO - 24- May 31, 2004 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the aforementioned review include but not be limited to the following; . The applicability of the recommendations of the 1992 Commission of Inquiry into Unregulated Residential Accommodation, . The need for boarding or lodging houses, including rest and retirement homes, to register with their local boards of health and municipalities, . The setting of mandatory minimum standards for personal care in boarding or lodging houses, including rest and retirement homes, that provide such care for their residents, and . The role of boards of health and medical officers of health, if any, with respect to the inspection and enforcement of such standards; and BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED THAT the Premier of Ontario, Minister of Citizenship, Health and Long-Term Care and Municipal Affairs and Housing, Durham's M.P.P.s. and municipalities, Chief Officer of Health, alPHa, AMO and all Ontario boards of health be so advised; and FURTHER THAT the Ontario Residential Care Association (ORCA), the Ontario Association of Non-Profit Homes and Services for Seniors (OANHSS) and the Ministry of Health Critics be so advised." Resolution #C-286-04 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT the resolution of The Regional Municipality of Durham regarding Personal Care in Boarding or Lodging Houses be endorsed. "CARRIED" Brenda J. Hamilton, CMO, Township Clerk, Loyalist Township, advising Council that at a meeting held on April 26, 2004 the Loyalist Township passed the following resolution regarding financial relief to smaller municipalities facing increases for water and sewer services: . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS - 25 - May 31,2004 'Whereas Loyalist Township is a mixed urban and rural municipality where approximately 4,500 residential units (approximately 10,500 residents) receive municipal water and sewer services; And whereas Loyalist Township operates two water treatment facilities and three wastewater facilities that all require separate ever increasing reporting; And whereas post-Walkerton regulations have caused the cost of water production to skyrocket along with capital costs for improvements to infrastructure; And recognizing that while the Ministry's evolving regulations are intended to improve both the quality of water and the processes to assess the quality water, they also cause a dramatic increase in the administrative and auditing resources required; And whereas, in Loyalist Township at least, the extra costs incurred have not improved the already excellent quality of drinking water produced and provided to water customers; And whereas full cost recovery is forcing municipalities to impose huge increases in water and sewer service rates for a product that is essential to life; NOW therefore, the Council of The Corporation of Loyalist Township hereby requests the Ministry of Environment and the Province of Ontario to provide financial and/or legislated relief to smaller service areas that face increasing costs; And further, Council requests the Minister of the Environment to accept an invitation to meet with Loyalist Township representatives with the intent that opportunities to address this resource shortfall can be explored in a cooperative and open manner; And further, that this resolution be forwarded to the Premier's Office, the office of the Minister of the Environment, the office of the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, all municipalities (through AMO) and to the water associations (AWWA, CWWA, OMWA, OWWA) requesting their support." . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 15 C10.MO - 26- May 31,2004 Resolution #C-287-04 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT the resolution of Loyalist Township regarding financial relief to smaller municipalities facing increases in water and sewer services be endorsed. "CARRIED" Diane Thauvetter, Clerk-Treasurer, Township of Alfred and Plantagenet, advising Council that a meeting held on April 19, 2004 the Township passed the following resolution regarding the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation: "WHEREAS section 19 of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 provides that the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) must prepare and deliver a preliminary list of electors to each local municipality in the year of an election; AND WHEREAS the municipality must correct hundreds of errors in the preliminary list prepared by MPAC in every election year; AND WHEREAS numerous errors are repeated election after election, even though M PAC receives a copy of all corrections made by the municipality; AND WHEREAS taxpayers have demonstrated their dissatisfaction with regards to this situation which reoccurs every three years and forces them to fill out the same forms over and over again; AND WHEREAS it is very difficult for municipalities to work with a preliminary list of this quality. BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Township of Alfred and Plantagenet petition the Minister of Municipal Affairs to examine this problem which affects all municipalities and numerous taxpayers; . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D -16 P14.GE - 27- May 31,2004 AND BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Township of Alfred and Plantagenet suggests the possibility of proceeding with an enumeration in every municipal election year by MPAC in order to improve the accuracy of the preliminary list. In the event of this first option being too costly, the government could establish an efficient mechanism in the preparation of the preliminary list of electors in order to avoid frustration from taxpayers and municipalities and the waste of human and financial resources. AND BE IT RESOLVED THAT this resolution be circulated to all Ontario municipalities through AMO (Association of Municipalities of Ontario) and AFMO (Association francaise des municipalites de l'Ontario) to seek their support with respect to these concerns. Resolution #C-288-04 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Fosler THAT the resolution of The Township of Alfred and Plantagenet regarding the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be endorsed. "CARRIED" Ontario Wildlife Coalition, requesting Council to endorse the following recommendations: 1. To request that the MNR discontinue the practice of "depopulation" or the non- selective killing of wildlife, a practice that would be strongly opposed in urban areas, particularly as it has seen over 9700 wild animals killed since 1999, with almost all (99.8%) turning out to be healthy; 2. To ask the Ministry to adopt a "best practices" raccoon rabies programme that provides an effective, cost- efficient and humane strategy such as the Ohio model, now being used as a nationally coordinated method in the United States; . . . Council Minutes COMMUNCIATIONS NOTICE OF MOTION REPORTS Report #1 G.PA Report May 17, 2004 - 28- May 31,2004 3. To urge the Ministry to bring Ontario in line with the majority of jurisdictions in North America that consider wildlife rehabilitators as a vital part of their rabies control programme and license wildlife rehabilitators to handle rabies vector species while using universally- accepted standards for the care and release of all wildlife; and 4. To indicate to the Ministry the urgent need to adopt a cooperative approach with municipalities, community organizations and wildlife rehabilitators in providing effective wildlife response based on realistic and progressive public education, not alarmist fear- mongering and the denial of help for people seeking to assist wildlife in distress. Resolution #C-289-04 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT Correspondence Item D - 16 be received for information. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-290-04 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Items D - 17 and D - 18 regarding personnel matters be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered during a "closed" session. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-291-04 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of May 17, 2004, be approved. . . . '. Council Minutes REPORTS Report #3 Kendal Community Centre - 29- May 31,2004 "CARRIED" Resolution #C-292-04 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT Report COD-027-04 be received; THAT the lease agreement with the Kendal Community Centre (Schedule B to Report COD-27-04) be amended as per Schedule "C" to Report COD-27-04; and THAT the By-law attached to Report COD-27-04 and marked Schedule "A" be approved authorizing the Mayor and the Clerk to execute the necessary agreement. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-293-04 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT Report ADM-06-04 regarding a personnel matter be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered during a "closed" session. "CARRIED" UNFINISHED BUSINESS Resolution #C-294-04 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT a representative of the Bowmanville Veterinary Clinic be appointed to the Clarington Animal Advisory Committee for a term concurrent with the term of the appointing Council; and THAT the appropriate by-law be forwarded to Council. "CARRIED" . . . . " . Council Minutes - 30- May 31 , 2004 UNFINISHED BUSINESS BY-LAWS Resolution #C-295-04 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT the presentation of Don Terry, President, and Suzanne McCrimmon, Business Development Manager, Clarington Board of Trade be received and thanked for the work done by the Business Retention & Expansion Program. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-296-04 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2004-127 to 2004-139 inclusive, and that the said by-laws be now read a first and second time: 2004-127 being a by-law to authorize entering into an Agreement with the Owners of Plan of Subdivision 18T-92014 and any Mortgagee who has an interest in the said lands, and the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington in respect of 18T-92014 2004-128 being a by-law to authorize the debenturing of $3,350,000 to assist in the construction of the Indoor Soccer Facility and Outdoor Lacrosse Bowl located at Con BF Pt Lot 16, now RP 10R234 Part Lot 1 to 7,9, former geographic Township of Darlington in the Municipality of Clarington 2004-129 being a by-law to adopt the estimates of all sums required during the year and to strike the rates of taxation for municipal purposes for the year 2004 2004-130 being a by-law to designate a certain portion of Registered Plan 40M-2038 as not being subject to Part Lot Control (Clarnew Developments Inc.) . . . . .. Council Minutes BY-LAWS - 31 - May 31, 2004 2004-131 being a by-law to authorize an Easement Agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and the Region of Durham, in respect to granting an easement over parts 1,4,5,6,7 and 13, on Plan 10R-1782, Part Lots 11 and 12, Broken Front Concession, former Town of Bowmanville, for the purposes of twinning an existing sanitary sewer 2004-132 being a by-law to appoint individuals for Parking Enforcement Officers for private property 2004-133 being a by-law to appoint individuals for Parking Enforcement Officers for private property 2004-134 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Barry- Bryan Associates (1991) Ltd., of Whitby, Ontario, to enter into agreement for the Architectural Services for the Brian McFarlane Hockey Museum 2004-135 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Martindale Planning Services, Ajax, Ontario, to enter into an agreement for consulting services for Phase II - Guidelines of the Bowmanville Heritage Conservation District Study and Plan 2004-136 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Kendal Community Centre, Ontario, to enter into agreement for the property at 6742 Regional Road 18, Kendal, Ontario 2004-137 being a by-law to amend By-law 2004-012, a by-law to appoint Members to the Animal Advisory Committee for the Municipality of Clarington 2004-138 Being a By-law to stop up and close as a public highway and approve the conveyance of Part 3 on Reference Plan 40R-21260 . . . . '" -, Council Minutes BY-LAWS OTHER BUSINESS Boards and Committees Update - 32- May 31,2004 2004-139 Being a By-law to stop up and close as a public highway and approve the conveyance of Part 5 on Reference Plan 40R-21260 "CARRIED" Resolution #C-297-04 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2004-127 to 2004-139 inclusive, be approved. "CARRIED" Councillor Foster requested Council's support for the Rick Hansen "Wheels in Motion" to be held on Sunday, June 13, 2004 at the Courtice Community Complex. Also, Bowmanville/Courtice Rotary Clubs will be hosting the "Million Dollar Hole in One" golf tournament. Councillor Foster congratulated Ron Collis, Clarington Business Group, on the success of the pre-election debate on their new "Web in Motion" website. He thanked the Lions Club for their efforts for the "Adopt A Road" program and the Bowmanville Veterinary Clinic for their support for the Animal Advisory Committee. Lastly, Councillor Foster informed Council of the "Friends For Life" 650 kilometre bike rally to raise funds for Aids. The participants bike from Toronto to Montreal. Councillor MacArthur informed Council that he toured the West Side Marsh Preservation project on May 29th, 2004. He commended St. Marys Cement on the tremendous amount of work and money contributed to the preservation of the natural heritage. It is an amazing project and he strongly encourages visitin~ this world reknown marsh restoration project. Also, on May 29 Archibald Orchards hosted the Fruit, Wine and Food Festival with the proceeds going to the Big Brothers and Sisters. Councillor MacArthur thanked Fred and Sandy Archibald for their generosity, care for the community, and hosting this successful event. In closing, Councillor MacArthur thanked Council for their support of the Visual Art Centre project. They will be presenting the opening show of Robin Pacific's "Duotopias", June 6, 2004. . . . < ~ ~, Council Minutes OTHER BUSINESS - 33 - May 31,2004 Councillor Schell attended the Sea Cadets Review--it was a wonderful example of our teens. On May 29, 2004 the Kinsmen Club of Bowmanville hosted a lunch for the crossing guards who received certificates of appreciation for their dedication in protecting children on their way to and from school in Clarington. Mayor Mutton advised that "Durham Homes" has donated tickets for the Blue Jays baseball game "Durham Day - Skydome" to generate funds for charity groups. Interested parties may contact the Mayor's office. Also, Mayor Mutton congratulated Terry Graham as the new Director, for the International Lions Club. Resolution #C-298-04 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT the meeting be "closed" to consider the Confidential personnel matters. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-299-04 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the actions taken during the "closed" session be ratified. "CARRIED" CONFIRMING BY-LAW Resolution #C-300-04 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2004-140 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at this meeting held on the 31st day of May 2004, and that the said by-law be now read a first and second time. "CARRIED" . . . Ii r_t' ~ Council Minutes - 34- May 31,2004 CONFIRMING BY-LAW ADJOURNMENT Resolution #C-301-04 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2004-140 be approved. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-302-04 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT the meeting adjourn at 11 :00 p.m. "CARRIED" CZ@k~ AYOR