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PRAYER
ROLL CALL
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Also Present:
MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
March 31,2003
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council
held on March 31,2003, at 7:00 p.m.,
in the Council Chambers.
Councillor Schell led the meeting in prayer.
Mayor J. Mutton
Councillor D. MacArthur
Councillor P. Pingle
Councillor G. Robinson
Councillor Rowe
Councillor J. Schell
Councillor C. Trim
Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Supervisor, Operations Department, G. Ashton (until 1 0: 1 0 p.m.)
Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella (until 10:10 p.m.
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana (until 1 0:10p.m.)
Director of Emergency Services, M. Creighton (until 10:20 p.m.)
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Accounting Manager, Finance Department, L. Gordon (until 10:10 p.m.)
Solicitor, D. Hefferon
Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano (until 10:20 p.m.)
Confidential Secretary to the Municipal Clerk, H. Keyzers
(until 10:10 p.m.)
Deputy Clerk, M. Knight Stanley
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated at this
meeting.
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Resolution #C-183-03
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on
March 17,2003, be approved.
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Mayor Mutton provided Council with an update from Dr. Robert
Kyle, Commissioner and Medical Officer of Health, Region of
Durham, that as of 1 :00 p.m. today there have been five probable
cases of SARS reported to the Province. One suspect case and
four other cases are under investigation, seven of these people are
hospitalized. The Region continues to liaise/communicate regularly
with local hospitals, long-term care providers, school boards,
private schools and day nurseries to share information. Beginning
April 1, 2003, they will extend the hours of their information lines so
that incoming calls will be accepted to 9:30 p.m. and will close at
10:00 p.m. They have set up a second switchboard and continue
to monitor the need for additional dedicated lines. The Region has
commenced suspending non-essential services. Mayor Mutton
advised Council that he also has received updates from Lakeridge
Health Corporation and that these updates will be available at the
Clerk's Department.
Gregory Smith, Senior Vice-President, Darlington Nuclear, provided
Council with Darlington Nuclear's annual update. This year marks
the 25th anniversary of their presence in Clarington. In 1978 they
first started to prepare the site for the construction of what would
become Canada's largest nuclear station. Major improvements are
taking place in the way they operate the station and the way they
work. It is marked by a basic shift in their outlook and approach to
work, a shift in emphasis from doing a good job to one of raising
their vision to a much higher level. Darlington Nuclear's vision is
simply to be the best nuclear station, business, employer and
corporate citizen. The employees and leadership team at
Darlington are committed to and very capable of achieving this
vision. Mr. Smith provided Council with the following key indicators
that they are on track:
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recent issuing of a five-year operating licence by the
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission;
in 2002, the Nuclear Performance Index set up by the World
Association of Nuclear Operators rated them 91.8;
one unit has been running continuously for 509 days and
another for 317 days;
Darlington Nuclear went the whole year without a lost time
accident in 2002;
emissions last year were 85% better than their target;
there have been no significant preventable chemical spills
for the third year in a row;
certified as ISO 14001 for its environmental management
system;
audited and re-certified as both ISO 14001 and a Wildlife
Habitat site;
recognized for their Corporate Lands for Learning Program
by the Wildlife Habitat Council;
received the Special Recognition Watershed Award from the
Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority;
donated $600,000 to support the Durham Regional Cancer
Centre;
supporting the campaign to create the University of Ontario
Institute of Technology and its nuclear engineering program;
enhanced security screening of employees and contractors;
providing a capability for immediate armed response on site
by Durham Regional Police;
protection against forced vehicle penetration of the protected
area;
improved physical identification checks of personnel;
searching of personnel and vehicles; and
2003 installation of public alerting system within a three-
kilometre radius of the Darlington and Pickering plants.
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Mayor Mutton presented Gregory Smith, Senior Vice-President,
Darlington Nuclear, with the 2002 Corporate Citizen of the Year
Award. This is the first time that the Corporate Citizen Award has
been awarded to a previous winner. Ontario Power Generation
was first recognized for their commitment to the Clarington
community in 2001. Ontario Power Generation is one of
Clarington's largest employers and community partners.
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Darlington Nuclear is the first Canadian nuclear generating station
to be granted a five-year license by the Canadian Nuclear Safety
Commission. OPG - Darlington has been a part of the community
for 25 years supporting many local educational, environmental and
cultural initiatives in Clarington and the Region of Durham. Ontario
Power Generation's goal has never been to bring focus to
themselves but to bring focus to the many programs and services
available to the residents of this community. Ontario Power
Generation is a leader on many community committees and
advisory groups including Clarington Backyard Festival; Clarington
Family Safety Day; Youth Advisory Committee; and Clarington
Racing Against Drugs. They support many programs and activities
such as the Big Brothers & Sisters Bowlathon; the Bowmanville
Hospital Foundation; the Bowmanville Museum; Road Watch; and
various community sports organizations across the Municipality of
Clarington. They are also involved with a number of educational
partnerships with Clarington High Schools. In late 2002, OPG
made a major contribution to the Heroes of Hope Campaign for the
Durham Regional Cancer Centre.
Mayor Mutton presented Diana Grandfield and the Bowmanville
Book Committee with the 2002 Heritage Community Recognition
Award, Cultural Category. Former Local Architectual Advisory
Committee Chair Diana Grandfield commenced the arduous task of
researching Bowmanville properties to compile into a book format.
A book committee was formed consisting of the author and three
research assistants, Mavis Carlton, Nancy Miller and Garfield
Shaw. Countless hours of research, composition and editing was
conducted by all four individuals over a period of four years to
produce "Bowmanville: An Architectural and Social History, 1794-
1999" in May 2000. This document is a tribute to cultural heritage
preservation as it brings to life the history revealed in the structures
on Bowmanville's streets.
Fred Archibald, 6275 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville, L 1C 3K6,
appeared before Council requesting the approval of the
recommendations contained in Report PSD-033-03 pertaining to a
9 hole pitch and putt golf course as accessory to a farm winery. Mr.
Archibald advised Council that the following reports and studies
have been completed:
. Background Report;
. Turf Management Report;
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. Hydrogeological Studies;
. Water Monitoring; and
. Zoning.
Durham and Clarington are not the only municipalities in Ontario
that have been asked to consider the impact of golfing on
agriculture. In a landmark study prepared for and by the Region of
Halton in November 2000, it was concluded that "some types of
farming such as market gardens and horticultural operations may
be compatible with and could even benefit from proximity to golf
courses." The goal of Clarington's Official Plan for Agricultural
Areas is to encourage and support the Agricultural Industry as an
important part of the municipality's economic base. Mr. Archibald
believes that their proposal is an important step in achieving this
goal.
Linda Gasser, 7421 Best Road, Orono, LOB 1 MO, appeared before
Council to address Report PSD-033-03. Ms. Gasser states that
there are a number of troubling issues that remain unresolved. In
the absence of a comprehensive review of issues around
accessory uses, agri-tourism and non-farm businesses in
agricultural areas, when Council approves a site-specific
application, Council are, in fact, setting policy by default. It is
therefore all the more important to get it right because this
application will set benchmarks against which future applications
will be evaluated. The proponent may have the first winery in
Clarington, but their winery is far from being unique and that is what
planners are relying on for approving this application. In the
Archibald's letter of January 25, 2002, they themselves refer to their
golf course proposal as a "tentative, experimental marketing
initiative" and originally requested a temporary use by-law as they
felt the process fees and time commitment to seek permanent
approvals could over-run any possible benefits. Farm businesses
employ a variety of strategies to improve the economics of their
operations and municipalities provide numerous joint marketing
promotions and support activities. If this application is indeed a
marketing initiative, since when are additional land use approvals
from Council considered appropriate marketing assistance? Ms.
Gasser states that the applicant has provided limited information.
The firm of Gartner Lee indicated that total water usage could be
well over 50,000 Iitres. Though Gartner Lee indicated that longer
irrigation and monitoring periods would likely be required than what
was indicated by the Archibalds, this has not been adequately
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Ms. Gasser is requesting Council to refuse these applications and,
if Council should approve them, they should provide further
controls.
Karen Flim, 6143 Hillen Road, Kendal, LOA 1 EO, appeared before
Council concerned for her family's safety. Ms. Flim stated that she
lives on the 6th Concession in Kendal and that her family has lived
there for 8 years. They have repeated incidents of hunting dogs
running off the crown lands and onto their property where they keep
a herd of sheep. In some instances, pregnant ewes have been
frightened into stampedes by these dogs and this action is harmful
to their fetuses. On January 8, 2003, her three young children were
outside toboganning on private property next to their property.
There were gunshots and dog barking which increased in intensity
and a concerned neighbour sent them home. The involved hunter
was charged for trespassing. Her husband subsequently spoke
with this hunter, who stated that he was not aware that children had
been playing in that area and that he had been using a rifle. These
rifles fire out of visual range to the hunter. These bullets are not
equipped with internal guides that can distinguish between child or
deer or pheasant. There was an incident in Cobourg a number of
years ago where a municipal councillor fired a long range rifle at a
coyote on his property and the errant bullet landed near his
neighbour's refrigerator. Ms. Flim does not believe that there is a
place for long range rifles in their area. She personally feels that
this is not a place for hunters at all but realizes that she is standing
in the face of a long, local heritage of hunting traditions. Ms. Flim's
problem is with the unethical or unlawful hunter who flaunts ethics
and therein, safety. She is encouraging and urging Council to ban
the long range rifle in favour of the short range shotgun.
Glen Flim, 6143 Hillen Road, Kendal, LOA 1 EO, appeared before
Council to review the matters of safety and law enforcement
relating to hunting. Mr. Flim, his wife and three children live on a
farm in Kendal. Mr. Flim stated that he is not against recreational
hunting and he is not disputing the legality of hunting in Ontario.
There is a local perception that this Council is indifferent to the
community's concerns for safety. In 1998 the community was
voicing concerns about trespassing by hunters and hunting dogs on
or around their properties, property damage, livestock being
accidentally shot and even a Ministry of Natural Resources'
employee being shot. Concerns have grown to include the fear
over the use of long range rifles with a potential range of miles as
opposed to shot range shotguns. Residents are leery about hiking,
skiing or any other sport for fear of being hit by wayward bullets that
cannot distinguish between boundaries or person vs. animal.
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Mr. Flim introduced his children Jessica, Eric and Emily who were
sledding on private property the afternoon of January 8, 2003.
Gunshots were heard as were agitated dogs. A concerned
neighbour sent the children home. Shortly thereafter, a hunter was
charged and fined by the Ministry of Natural Resources. What if
one of the long-range bullets had strayed? Can anyone assure his
wife or his children that when they play on private property, they are
100% safe from stray bullets? He cannot understand why we
persist in allowing hunting in ever growing communities when the
majority of the electorate in the affected areas would welcome the
change. Why is there such a reluctance to simply move the
boundary north? Mr. Flim is requesting Council to move the
boundary north away from the populated area.
Florence Stephenson, 4346 Concession Road 6, Kendal, LOA 1 EO,
appeared before Council to address safety issues relating to
hunting. Ms. Stephenson lives on Concession Road 6. Each year
more and more homes are being built in the area. On several
occasions she has been intimidated because of gun fire. She is not
comfortable walking in her own backyard. Ms. Stephenson has
nothing against the sport of. hunting but it is a safety issue in a
residential area. She is hoping that it does not take a fatality to
have something done.
Richard Stephenson, 4346 Concession Road 6, Kendal, LOA 1 EO,
addressed Council regarding a serious public safety issue. There
has been a tremendous growth in the Durham Region and
Clarington has grown to 75,000 people. Housing starts are at
record levels and the traffic on rural roads has dramatically
increased. Mr. Stephenson advised Council that this January he
has had hunters 1000 ft from his home and noted that stray bullets
can travel for miles. He enjoys sitting on the back deck and on his
property but it is not safe. He is suggesting that Council pass a
by-law against high powered firearms. Mr. Stephenson noted that
people are not allowed to kill deer in this area with high powered
rifles and asked Council to take the first step and ban high powered
rifles.
Kathleen Richardson, 6179 Andrews Road, Kendal, LOA 1 EO,
advised prior to the meeting that she would not be in attendance.
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Eric Atkins, 4334 Concession Road 6, Kendal, LOA 1 EO, appeared
before Council to discuss the public safety issue that occurred on
January 8, 2003. Mr. Atkins lives on the 6th Concession in Kendal.
On that date, his neighbour's children were put in harms way when
someone was hunting deer in the area. Mr. Atkins believes that the
children were sent home just in time. On this day, hunters were
illegally hunting on crown land with high powered rifles; this went on
for 6 hours. He noted that he is not trying to stop hunting but trying
to stop illegal hunting and address the safety issue. Unethical,
lawless hunters threaten innocent children and this type of
behaviour is not acceptable. In previous years, Council has
received 85 detailed letters from residents each telling their
concerns regarding safety. These safety problems unfortunately
still exist. If there is no effective policing how will the unlawful
hunters be stopped? Mr. Atkins advised Council that he has a
video that he is willing to share and that he would like to meet and
discuss some suggestions that he has. He noted that the residents
are the victims not the villains.
Norm Monaghan, 427 Trent Valley Road, R.R. #4, Brighton,
KOK 1 HO, appeared before Council to address the safety concerns
regarding hunting. Mr. Monaghan stated that he understands the
concerns regarding public safety and noted that people have a
greater risk of getting injured shooting pool than shooting game.
He advised that there are 11 other outdoor recreation activities that
are more dangerous than hunting. Mr. Monaghan read statistics
from hospital emergency room treatments pertaining to causes of
accidental death:
. automobile - 18.6/100,000 people;
. home accidents - 8.6/100,000 people;
. falls - 5.0/100,000 people;
. insect bites - .02/100,000 people;
. getting hit by lightning .04/100,000 people; and
. hunting .001/100,000 people.
Mr. Monaghan noted that he is the past Chair of the Clarington
Game Commission, Director of the Ontario Sporting Dog
Association, and the Chair of the OF AH Sporting Dog Advisory
Committee. The Kendal Crown Land is a large point of interest with
some of the most beautiful high country for hunting. Many buffer
zones were set up a number of years ago and signage was
installed. Mr. Monaghan agreed that a lot of the signage is now
gone. He noted that people moved to that area 8 years ago and
that they were well aware of the wildlife area.
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There has been pheasant hunting in that area for a number of
years. We are in a rural municipality, with one of the highest coyote
ratings in the province. Coyote hunters are keeping municipal
taxes down. Mr. Monaghan advised Council that hunters try to get
permission to go on private lands to retrieve their dogs and that we
have good ethical hunters in this area.
Keith Worden, 32 King Street East, Oshawa, L 1 H 1 B3, advised
Council that he is the owner of 130 acres in the Kendal area. He
noted that this area is mostly rural and farm country. Mr. Worden
feels that people who care to hunt should have the opportunity to
do so. The situation of hunting and discharging of firearms is
usually disguised by people as a safety issue. He feels badly that
there is a constant issue of safety. Hunting is part of our heritage
and the current by-law is most adequate.
Greg Farrant, Government Relations Manager, Ontario Federation
of Anglers and Hunters, P.O. Box 2800, Peterborough, K9J 8L5,
advised Council that the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters
(O.FAH.) was founded in 1928. It is Ontario's oldest and largest
non-governmental conservation organization with over 83,000
members and 645 affiliates across the province. O.FAH.
members and, in fact, the vast majority of hunters in Ontario are
dedicated to safe hunting practices and the full enforcement of laws
designed to ensure both public safety and the sustainable use and
conservation of wildlife. The O.FAH. worked in partnership with
the provincial government on the introduction of mandatory Hunter
Safety Education programs in the 1960s. The success of this
program can be measured in the impeccable safety record of the
over 600,000 licensed hunters in Ontario. Since the inception of
Hunter Safety courses, the rate of fatalities related to hunting has
been reduced to 0, and accidents have dropped to virtually nil. In
addition, since the introduction of mandatory Wild Turkey Seminars
in 1987,37,000 hunters have taken the course with only 1 non-fatal
accident being recorded. Trained, licensed hunters present
virtually no risk to members of the non-hunting public or to other
hunters. To introduce a by-law or restrictions against hunting
based upon a perceived threat to the public safety, without
substantive proof, is unwarranted. The following are federal and
provincial laws in place and enforced regarding the continued safe
use of firearms by hunters and other legitimate users:
. Criminal Code of Canada;
. Ontario Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act; and
. Trespass to Property Act.
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Unnecessary restrictions on the areas that hunters can discharge
firearms can drastically and needlessly limit the huntable areas in
the rural areas adjacent to municipalities, thus impacting upon the
province's ability to manage wildlife.
Resolution #C-184-03
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Council recess for 10 minutes.
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The meeting reconvened at 9:10 p.m.
John McKelvey, 1411 Regional Road 42, Bowmanville, L 1C 3K5,
advised prior to the meeting the he would not be speaking.
John Almond, Fish and Wildlife Tactical Specialist, Ministry of
Natural Resources, 50 Bloomington Road West, Aurora, L4G 3G8,
appeared before Council to clarify that the Kendal Crown Lands
property which is in close proximity to previous delegations is
managed by the Ministry of Natural Resources. The land was
purchased in the 1960s/70s for the purpose of fostering wildlife
habitat and to provide an area for outdoor recreation activities like
hunting. They have attempted to manage the issue of hunting on
Kendal property under the Public Lands Act. This property is used
for various outdoor activities and to accommodate this, they don't
allow hunting during certain times of the year. Any activities are
enforced by the Province's Conservation Authorities. Any calls
should be directed to the Ministry of Natural Resources. The only
type of hunting allowed with high powered rifle, would be small
game animals, rabbits, hares, coyotes and foxes. Mr. Almond
noted that the Ministry is open to working with the municipality and
requests that should Council propose to amend the by-law, that a
Committee be appointed to address the residents' concerns.
Arnot Wotten, 1933 Concession Road 6, R.R. #1, Hampton,
LOB 1JO, reiterated his comments from the meeting of February
24,2003. In the year 2002 there were 57 livestock valuer claims,
approximately 6 were dogs and 51 were coyotes or wolves. He
referred Council to Report CLD-013-03.
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Detective Craig Greentree, Durham Regional Police, 16th Division,
reiterated his comments from the meeting of February 24, 2003.
He noted that he received a letter from Inspector Cameron dated
February 18, 2003, and that the Inspector confirms the figures he
provided to Council regarding firearm complaints. Detective
Greentree noted that the Durham Regional Police Services take
public safety very seriously and at this point there is no statistical
data that there is an ongoing issue relating to hunting.
John Baker, Marksmen Club of Oshawa, 5070 Holt Road, LOB 1JO,
was called but was not present.
Doug Wade, Property Manager, Union Rod and Gun Club, 3796
Concession Road 3, Newcastle, L 1 B 1 L9, was called but was not
present.
Rick Roddy, President, Union Rod and Gun Club, 3796 Concession
Road 3, Newcastle, L 1 B 1 L9, was called but was not present.
Bill Grealis, Vice President, Union Rod and Gun Club, 3796
Concession Road 3, Newcastle, L 1 B 1 L9, advised Council that the
Union Rod and Gun Club is a recreational business and controlled
gun club. All members are properly licenced and trained. The
members are dedicated to conservation first and recreation second.
The concerns raised tonight are not ones that apply to them. They
have their own property and everything is controlled. The Union
Rod and Gun Club's property runs from the 3rd Concession to the
4th Concession and is 1 1/4 mile deep. The members shoot light
loads outside that travel 50 to 60 yards.
Marvin Wierbicki, 2 Clayton Crescent, Bowmanville, L 1C 4P2, was
called but was not present.
Michael Curry, 4 Holgate Crescent, Bowmanville, L 1C 3R7, was
called but was not present.
Rick Maeder, 7 Auburn Lane, Courtice, L 1 E 2B6, was called but
was not present.
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Resolution #C-185-03
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the order of the agenda be altered to allow for the
consideration of "Unfinished Business" at this time.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-186-03
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the safety concerns raised by various delegations be referred
to the Clerk's Department for the preparation of a report regarding
the formation and composition of a Committee to address the issue
of shotguns vs high powered rifles and the safety concerns of the
community; and
THAT Councillor Robinson be appointed as Council's liaison.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-187 -03
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the meeting be "closed" in order to hear the delegation of
Jerry Bailey pertaining to a confidential personnel matter.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-188-03
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the actions taken during the "closed" session of Council be
ratified.
"CARRIED"
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Correspondence Items I - 23 and I - 24 were distributed as
handouts.
Resolution #C-189-03
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the communications to be received for information be
approved with the exception of Items I - 11, I - 13 and I - 16.
"CARRIED"
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), advising Council
that AMO is in support of Kids Voting Canada. Upon issue of the
Provincial Election Writ, participating schools will learn of the
democratic process and discuss issues that students bring to the
classroom. Schools will receive ballots and ballot boxes, and will
coordinate a student voters' list within each school. On election
day, students will vote on candidates in their local ridings. After
official polls close, the CBC will report the results of the student
vote alongside the official results.
(Received for Information)
Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition, advising Council of a
one-day symposium entitled "One Year Later - Perspectives on the
Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan". This symposium will take
place on Thursday, May 1, 2003, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at King
Campus, Seneca College.
(Received for Information)
Joan King, Member of the Board of Directors, Clean Air
Foundation, advising Council of their Mow Down Pollution
campaign. All 92 Home Depot Stores across Canada will be
participating in this year's effort to get old, polluting two-stroke gas
lawn mowers out of the garden. A typical older 3.5 horsepower gas
mower running for one hour produces the same amount of
emissions contributing to smog as a new car driven 547 kilometers.
Starting Friday, April 25 and running until Sunday,
May 4, 2003, people can bring their old mowers to any Home Depot
store for recycling and get an instant rebate of up to $100 on a new
clean-emission electric mower or trimmer, a new push power
mower, or a low-emission gas mower.
(Received for Information)
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Lisa McNee-Baker, Executive Director, Big Brothers & Sisters of
Clarington, thanking Council for sponsoring a bowling lane during
their annual "Bowl for Kids' Sake" fund raising campaign. "Bowl for
Kids' Sake" was very well attended and proved to be a valuable
opportunity to highlight business and community support.
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Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, advising Council of the
dangers that exist around area streams, rivers, ponds and lakes
during the spring runoff period. Spring is quickly approaching and
we look forward to warmer weather and being outdoors. Spring
weather also brings melting snow, rain and the breakup of ice along
rivers, streams, ponds and lakes. During this time of year people
can expect higher, faster flowing water along with slippery, unstable
stream banks and extremely cold water temperatures that can lead
to very hazardous conditions close to any water body. Please
exercise extreme caution around any water body over the next few
weeks and help make this a safe and enjoyable spring.
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P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council
that the Region of Durham on March 5, 2003, passed the following
resolution:
"a) THAT CC #436-2002 from Mr. B. Taylor, City Clerk,
City of Pickering, concerning special emergency
management funding for all municipalities that host
nuclear facilities be endorsed; and
b) THAT Report #2003-A-1 0 of the Director of
Emergency Measures be sent to the Minister of Public
Safety and Security, local members of Parliament and
local Members of the Provincial Legislature and
Canadian Nuclear Host Communities."
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Kaye Quinney, Treasurer, Clarington East Economic Support,
thanking Council for the grant of $1500.00. This is most helpful to
them and they are thankful for Council's support of their efforts in
this community.
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Humane Society of Durham Region, thanking Council for the grant
of $1000.00.
(Received for Information)
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Gabrielle Worsley, Hall Coordinator, Newcastle Community Hall,
thanking Council for the grant of $5000.00.
(Received for Information)
Mary MacDonald, Board President and Cheryl MacLeod, Executive
Director, Hospice Durham, advising Council that they have been
awarded new annual funding of $105,500 from the Ministry of
Health and Long-Term Care. Their future as a community agency
providing volunteer palliative support to those facing a Iife-
threatening illness is now secure. On behalf of all the clients and
families they serve, they extend their thanks and appreciation to
Council.
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Village of Tyrone and Surroundings Community
Centre meeting dated March 6, 2003.
(Received for Information)
Angela Lloyd, Chairperson of the Board and Avis Glaze, Director of
Education, Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, inviting
Council to participate as a member of the Envisioning the Future
Committee. They are engaging in a long-term planning process
through which they review and establish Areas of Emphasis as an
organization. To fully engage their partners in charting the course
for the next planning cycle, they have created a comprehensive
four-stage process which will involve extensive representation from
their staff and community.
(Received for Information)
Nancy Naylor, Assistant Deputy Minister of Finance, providing
Council with a copy of the Consultations Report on Tax-Incentive
Zones. This input makes an invaluable contribution of the
government's policy development work for a permanent made-in-
Ontario tax-incentive zone program,
(Received for Information)
Eva Ligeti, Executive Director, The Clean Air Partnership, inviting
Council to join municipal leaders from across the Greater Toronto
Area, and ministers from the federal and provincial governments to
take part in the fourth annual Smog Summit to be held in Toronto's
Metro Hall Council Chambers on June 20, 2003.
(Received for Information)
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Denise Yorke-Gerrits, Chair, Board of Directors, Bethesda House,
advising Council that Robert Burke has resigned as chair and
director of the Board of Directors. Ms. Yorke-Gerrits will be taking
over the responsibilities of chair.
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Newcastle Village Business Improvement
Association meeting dated March 11, 2003.
(Received for Information)
Bay of Quinte Remedial Action Plan Restoration Council, providing
Council with copies of their "The Big Cleanup" newsletter for 2002-
2003 Spring/Winter regarding toxics issues.
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee
meeting dated February 20, 2003.
(Received for Information)
Elizabeth Fournier, Director of Communications, Adams Mine Rail
Haul, providing Council with a copy of Rail Haul of Solid Waste,
The Ontario Solution. With the closure of the Keele Valley landfill
resulting in 100% of the City of Toronto garbage being shipped to
Michigan, railhaul of solid waste to the Adams Mine is being
discussed extensively by the press and other parties concerned
with the disposal issue. While the Regions of York and Durham
were committed to an Ontario Solution, and has approved using
railhaulto the Adams Mine Landfill, the failure of the City of Toronto
to finalize a contract resulted in the Regions being forced to use
Michigan disposal. Unfortunately there is much misinformation and
uninformed comment being made by some councillors. The facts
are simple, the Town of Kirkland Lake has been a willing host since
1990, railhaulto the Adams Mine will save millions in disposal
costs, result in extensive investment in an Ontario solution, and
save millions in environment impacts by using rail vs truck.
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Emergency Management Ontario meeting dated
March 27, 2003.
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RG. Lee, Chairman, Newcastle Memorial Arena Management
Board, thanking Council for the $2500.00 grant. As planned, the
grant money went directly to fund their recent purchases of a shot
clock, goal nets and additional safety netting for the arena.
Council's support of their arena board's programs and endeavors is
greatly appreciated and is a win-win situation for the growing
community.
(Received for Information)
P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council
that the Region of Durham on March 5, 2003, passed the following
resolution:
"a) THAT the Region of Durham supports the resolution
of the Council of the Township of Ramara requesting
the Province to consider changes to the Aggregate
Resources Act, the Municipal Act and the Planning
Act; and
b)
THAT a copy of Commissioner's Report No. 2003-P-
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the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the
Township of Ramara, the area municipalities in
Durham and Aggregate Producers Association of
Ontario."
Resolution #C-190-03
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT the resolution of the Region of Durham regarding changes to
the Aggregate Resources Act, the Municipal Act and the Planning
Act be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington.
"CARRIED"
David J. Johnson, Chair, Sport Alliance of Ontario, advising Council
of the Community Sport for All Award. The Sport Alliance of
Ontario, with support from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, will be
recognizing Ontario's community sport councils or similar
organizations by presenting them with a Community Sport for All
Award at the inaugural Ontario Sport Leadership Conference on
May 9 - 10, 2003, at the Hilton Suites Conference Centre in
Markham. The deadline for nominations is Wednesday, April 30,
2003.
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Resolution #C-191-03
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Correspondence Item I - 13 be referred to the Director of
Community Services.
"CARRIED"
Chris Kooy, on behalf of the Clarington Physician Recruitment Task
Force, providing Council with a copy of a list being distributed
throughout the community regarding incentive options to attract
family physicians.
Resolution #C-192-03
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Correspondence Item I - 16 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-193--03
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT the Correspondence Items for direction be approved as per
the agenda with the exception of Items D -11to D -15, inclusive.
"CARRIED"
Gary Napper, Deputy Clerk, the Corporation of the Municipality of
Brockton, advising Council that the Corporation of the Municipality
of Brockton on January 13, 2003, passed the following resolution:
"WHEREAS one of the main reasons behind Bill 81, The
Nutrient Management Act was the tragedy that took place in
this very community;
AND WHEREAS one of the main components of the
Municipality of Brockton is small and medium sized farm
families. The Municipality of Brockton is concerned that the
growth of Intensive Livestock Facilities is contributing to the
decline of small-town and rural Ontario;
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AND WHEREAS there is concern for the potential
devastating financial impact on small and medium sized
farms with the current Draft Regulations of the Nutrient
Management Act;
AND WHEREAS the overwhelming majority of the citizens of
the Municipality of Brockton and supported by the Council of
the Municipality of Brockton has concerns over the extreme
growth of Intensive Livestock Operations and the large
potential impact on the environment, drinking water quality
and rural neighbourhoods;
AND WHEREAS the Municipality of Brockton feels that the
draft regulations of the Nutrient Management Act will have
little impact in curtailing these Intensive Livestock Operations
to the detriment of the environment, safe drinking water and
rural neighbourhoods;
NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that the Municipality of
Brockton:
i) calls upon the Government of Ontario to enact a
moratorium on the construction of all Intensive
Livestock Operations in the Province;
ii) calls upon the Government of the Province of Ontario
to give municipalities local control over regulating the
size and locations of Intensive Livestock Facilities,
with special emphasis on protecting the environment
rights of people over the profits of corporate Agri-
business;
iii) calls upon the Government of the Province of Ontario
to enact legislation that requires official zoning buffer-
zones around any proposed Intensive Livestock
Operations and categories with all the requisite
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iv) directs the creation of a letter to Minister Johns, the
current Ministry of Agriculture, copied to her
counterparts in the opposition parties, strongly
expressing the Municipality's concerns regarding the
impact on small and medium sized farm families, and
the absence of any real controls on Intensive
Livestock Operations in the current Draft Regulations
to the Nutrient Management Act;
v) a copy of the above letter is also to be forwarded to all
local media, along with provincially significant media
outlets;
vi) all other municipalities in the Province of Ontario will
be contacted asking for resolutions of support for
Brockton's concerns."
(Correspondence referred to the
Agricultural Advisory Committee)
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Tracey Mann, Chair, Board of Directors, Volunteer Canada,
requesting Council to proclaim April 27 - May 3, 2003, as National
Volunteer Week. Volunteers are instrumental in the creation of civil
society. They are essential to the organizations that serve the
needs of Canadians. Each individual makes a difference in
Canadian lives; their combined efforts are a force for change in
society. National Volunteer Week is a time for organizations to
thank volunteers that have given their time, skills and experience.
(Proclaimed)
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Gideon Goosen, South Africa, requesting Council for the following
information:
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1. travel guide of Clarington;
2. road map of Clarington/National parks;
3. colour copy Coat of Arms;
4. tourist guide of Bowmanville;
5. complete street plan of Bowmanville;
6. accommodation guide (brochures);
7. transportation network and timetable;
8. calendar of events;
9. historical buildings and sites;
10. information and photos of dams, lakes; and
11. any other information.
(Correspondence referred to the
Marketing and Tourism Officer)
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Bonnie McPhail and Ronald S. Harrison, Co-Chairs, Autism Society
Ontario, requesting Council to proclaim April 25th as "Toonie for
Autism Day". This is a province-wide initiative to help young
people, their teachers, their parents and their communities get a
better understanding about the challenge people with autism face.
Thousands of students struggle with learning challenges associated
with autism or Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in schools across
Ontario. More children are being diagnosed with autism than ever
before and are entering classrooms in our schools in record
numbers. They are in need of specific educational supports,
informed teachers and welcoming classrooms of fellow students.
(Proclaimed)
Paul Brace, Manager of Planning Services, Kawartha Pine Ridge
District School Board, advising Council that the Kawartha Pine
Ridge District School Board on February 27, 2003, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
approve the closing of Maple Grove Public School effective
30 June 2003; and
THAT Administration proceed with the disposition of Maple
Grove Public School, 2038 Nash Road, RR. #3,
Bowmanville."
The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board are offering
the property at fair market value to:
. The English language college for the area in which
the property is located;
. The university, the head of which is nearest the
property;
. The municipality in which the property is located; and
. Public Works and Government Services Canada (the
Crown in Right of Canada).
(Correspondence referred to the
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J. Ambrose, M. Wicks, L. Heard and E. Heard, advising that a
group of four ratepayers from the Mitchells' Corners/Taunton village
area attended the presentation of the proposed Clarington Master
Fire Plan on January 30, 2003. There is no question about the
need for improved protection in the southern portion of Courtice.
They do not feel, however, that the relocation of Station 4 to the
proposed site at 2611 Trulls Road is the best solution to the
problem. Current response time to Zion United Church by the Fire
Department is 6 minutes, by the ambulance in excess of 15
minutes. 60 to 70 percent of Fire Department calls are for medical
reasons. The trucks are now equipped with defibrillators and the
firefighters are well trained in life support techniques. In most
cases, the fire trucks arrive first and are able to give valuable
assistance before the ambulance arrives. Relocating Station 4 to
south of Highway 2 adds 2 km and two intersections to the run
which translates into a 2 to 3 minute delay in response time
depending upon travel conditions. In the even of a cardiac
emergency that delay could be the difference between life and
death. Many of their residents are senior citizens, and the prospect
of such a delay is most distressing. They are suggesting that the
population at large would be better served by building the new
station in a more central location in south Courtice, possibly in the
vicinity of Bloor and Trulls Roads. This would give improved
east/west access, especially to the 401, while still retaining the
north/south route. The current proposal calls for two 24 hour crews
to operate out of the new station. Their suggestion is that one crew
operate from the new facility and the other crew remain at existing
Station 4.
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Director of Emergency Services)
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Valentine Lovekin, Chair, Newcastle Downtown Business
Improvement Association and Masood Vatandoust, President,
Newcastle and District Chamber of Commerce, advising Council of
their concerns arising from an accident which occurred on January
28, 2003, on the 401 between Newcastle and Newtonville. They
feel that there is a serious safety issue arising from this accident.
On the day of the accident, the traffic had to be re-routed from
Newtonville Road, north to Highway 2, west to Mill Street,
Newcastle and then south to the Mill Street access ramp for the
401 westbound. This is a very dangerous situation where a
disaster is just waiting to happen in the Newcastle community
because of all the undirected traffic routing through the middle of
their downtown business area and down Mill Street.
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Their safety issues are outlined.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Engineering Services)
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John Maguire, writing to Council regarding the walkway used by
North Courtice Public School and Courtice Secondary School
students. Mr. Maguire states that he assumes the municipality
would be responsible for the walkway if someone was to be injured
because of the lack of maintenance. He has witnessed personally
three children falling on the ice at the walkway. This walkway
should be maintained or closed, to protect taxpayers from having to
occur the cost of potential lawsuits due to the ice and snow. Before
the municipality constructed the walkway there was a swale running
between the properties of 63 and 67 Cecil Found Crescent that
worked very well, now all the water from the swale runs onto Mr.
Maguire's 4 foot side yard. He also has water laying in his
driveway now because the municipality constructed the sidewalk in
front of his house with a higher grade than the driveway, therefore
water now runs from the sidewalk to the center of the driveway.
The mountain of dirt that was trucked into the east part of Mr.
Maguire's property is already shifting through his fence into his
backyard and causing damage.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Engineering)
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Mr. Frederick R. Ufton, writing to Council regarding a piece of
property at Wilmot Creek which Ridge Pine Park Inc. is trying to
have changed from Permanent Agricultural Reserve to Living Area.
Mr. Ufton has provided several letters and advertisements
regarding the problems at Wilmot Creek and is requesting Council
not to change the land description on the piece of property in
question.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Planning Services)
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Della and Rodney Graham, writing to Council regarding
misappropriation of municipal property. Mr. and Mrs. Graham
reside on Pinedale Crescent in Courtice and they wrote a letter to
the Municipal Law Enforcement Division on December 6, 2001.
They received a response on January 16, 2002, stating that they
would hear something from the municipality in the near future. It
has been well over a year and misappropriation of municipal
property is still occurring and getting worse, There is still dumping,
cutting down trees and planting tress across access areas.
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Mr. and Mrs. Graham have been dealing with this situation for four
years now and continue to get threats and harassment for simply
walking on municipal property. Recently, Mrs. Graham was trying
to enjoy a nice walk with their two dogs and again she was verbally
threatened by the resident to "stay off" their property or else. This
will continue as long as there is nothing done about it.
(Correspondence referred to the
Municipal Clerk)
Darren Wong, writing to Council regarding his concerns pertaining
to the GO Transit Board of Directors move to significantly increase
the student fare and cap the age at which students will be eligible
for a discount. The proposed new youth pass and age limit of 22 or
25 years of age for student discount eligibility amount to little more
than a $1.3 million cash grab at the expense of students. The
resulting $500 fare increase for students traveling in the
Georgetown Corridor, for example, is equal to a 10% increase in
tuition fees. This cash grab will not solve the problem of systematic
under-funding that plagues GO Transit. It will, however, severely
restrict access to post-secondary education. Mr. Wong is urging
Council to exercise their power and responsibility as an elected
representative to maintain the current GO Transit student discount.
Resolution #C-194-03
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the request from Darren Wong to maintain the current GO
Transit student discount be endorsed by the Council of the
Municipality of Clarington.
"CARRIED"
B. Taylor, City Clerk, City of Pickering, advising Council that the
City of Pickering on March 17, 2003, passed the following
resolution:
"WHEREAS driving at excessive speeds on all roads in the
City of Pickering poses a threat to the safety of all persons in
the community; and
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WHEREAS persons are at particular risk when vehicles are
driven at excessive speeds on City-controlled roads that
serve the residential areas and are heavily traveled by
children going to school or adults out for a recreational walk
or bike ride; and
WHEREAS the Council of the City of Pickering recognized
this threat in 1996 when it passed Resolution #44/96 to
request the Minister of Transport to initiate an amendment to
the Highway Traffic Act to permit local municipalities to
enforce those sections of the Act dealing with the
enforcement of speed limits within its boundaries; and
WHEREAS by Resolution #43/97 passed on February 10,
1997, Council authorized the retention of an additional
Municipal Law Enforcement Officer and the training of all
Officers in anticipation of the Province passing legislation
that would allow municipalities to enforce speed limits; and
WHEREAS by Resolution #204/97 passed on June 2,1997,
Council authorized the purchase of two laser radar units to
be used by the Durham Regional Police Service to enhance
the enforcement of speed limits in the City of Pickering; and
WHEREAS the Durham Regional Police Serve does have a
Traffic Enforcement Branch that is required to enforce traffic
issues throughout the entire Regional Municipality of
Durham and is not able to undertake traffic enforcement
problems on City-owned streets on a regular basis; and
WHEREAS through the Traffic Management Study,
residents expressed frustration of lack of enforcement of
excessive speeding on residential streets; and
WHEREAS photo radar was introduced by the Province of
Ontario and used on major highways with great success in
reducing speeding and accidents and has since been
discontinued; and
WHEREAS the technology is available for a non-police
officer, such as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, to
man, monitor and operate photo radar equipment without
stopping the vehicle driver on residential streets where
speeding is causing safety concerns;
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NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the
City of Pickering hereby request the Minister of Transport to
pass legislation that will permit municipalities to enforce
speeding on roads within their jurisdiction through the use of
photo radar; and
FURTHER THAT copies of this resolution be forwarded to
the Honourable Janet Ecker, MPP, Pickering-Ajax, Uxbridge,
all Durham municipalities and the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario,"
Resolution #C-195-03
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item D - 12 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Jodi Chittick DeNoble, Acting Clerk, Town of Smith-Ennismore-
Lakefield, advising Council that the Town of Smith-Ennismore-
Lakefield on March 11, 2003, passed the following resolution:
"WH EREAS, the Province of Ontario adopted Bill 195, the
Safe Drinking Water Act, and Bill 175, the Sustainable Water
and Sewage System Act on December 13, 2002; and
WHEREAS, specific Regulations related to each of these
Acts are still forthcoming; and
WHEREAS Part 3, Section 19 "Standard of Care, Municipal
Drinking-Water System", of the Safe Drinking Water Act, Bill
195, outlines that owners, and every person who, on behalf
of the municipal drinking-water system, who oversees the
accredited operating authority of the system or exercises
decision-making authority of the system, are required to
exercise a level of care, diligence and skill that a reasonable
prudent person would be expected to exercise; and
WHEREAS, there are no specific Regulations to define the
term "reasonable prudent person"; and
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WHEREAS, an individual's decision to run for a Municipal
Council position will be influenced by their concern regarding
personal exposure to liability claims and fines associated
with violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act and the
Sustainable Water and Sewage System Act as a result of
the lack of a clear-cut definition of a "reasonable prudent
person" in relation to these Acts;
NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the Township of Smith-
Ennismore-Lakefield requests that the Ministry of the
Environment clarify the meaning of a "reasonably prudent
person" detailing the specific actions that a "reasonably
prudent person" would be expected to exercise in the course
of their duties with respect to each of these Acts; and
FURTHER, that this Resolution be circulated to the Premier
of Ontario, the Ministry of the Environment, the Ministry of
Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Honourable Gary
Stewart, M,P.P" the Honourable Chris Hodgson, M.P,P., the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario, and all municipalities
in the Province of Ontario."
Resolution #C-196-03
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item D - 13 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Kenneth McGill, President, Port Darlington Harbour Company,
writing to Council to again raise the issue of the cost of dredging
Soper Creek, The municipality continues to ignore the
responsibility it shares with Bobby C's and Wigger's Custom Yachts
LId, for the dredging of Soper Creek. The silting problem continues
and in fact is worsening. As a user of the creek, by way of the
public boat launch the municipality operates, it is not only equitable
and appropriate that the municipality contribute to the cost of
dredging the creek, it may very soon be necessary.
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Resolution #C-197 -03
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Correspondence Item D - 14 be referred to the Chief
Administrative Officer.
"CARRIED"
Terry James, Durham Senior Games Luncheon Co-ordinator,
Durham Ontario Senior Games, requesting Council's support of
$200.00 for the Durham Region Senior Games Awards Luncheon.
Their committee organizes and presents activities to 800 plus
adults over the age of 55 years throughout the Durham Region.
This year as in 2000 they would like to present medals to all of the
first, second and third place winners. Events begin on April 25 and
the last event is June 6, 2003. The luncheon is scheduled for
Friday, June 20th at 12 noon at the South Pickering Senior Centre.
Resolution #C-198-03
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item D - 15 be referred to the Mayor's
office.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-199-03
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the actions taken by the General Purpose and Administration
Committee on March 24, 2003, be approved,
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Resolution #C-200-03
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Report PSD-033-03 be received;
THAT the Regional Municipality of Durham be advised that the
Municipality of Clarington recommends that the application to
amend the Durham Region Official Plan (ROPA 2002-003), as
submitted by Frederick and Sandra Archibald to permit a small-
scale nine hole golf course as an accessory use to a farm winery,
be approved;
THAT Official Plan Amendment 31 to the Clarington Official Plan to
permit the construction of a small-scale nine hole golf course as an
accessory use to a farm winery be adopted as indicated in
Attachment NO.3 to Report PSD-033-03; that the necessary by-law
be passed; and further that the amendment be forwarded to the
Regional Municipality of Durham for approval;
THAT the application to amend Zoning By-law 84-63 of the
Municipality of Clarington as amended, (ZBA 2002-009) submitted
by Frederick and Sandra Archibald be approved and that the
necessary by-law be passed as contained in Attachment NO.4 to
Report PSD-033-03;
THAT the H symbol be lifted at such time as the applicant has
entered into an agreement with the Municipality and deposited a
letter of credit in an amount satisfactory to the Director of Planning
Services as a performance guarantee for monitoring and mitigation
measures;
THAT the Durham Planning Department be sent a copy of Report
PSD-033-03; and
THAT all interested parties and the Regional Municipality of
Durham be advised of Council's decision.
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Resolution #C-201-03
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2003-033 and
2003-040, and that the said by-laws be now read a first and second
time:
2003-033 being a by-law to appoint a member to the Clarington
Library Board and to amend By-law 2001-016
2003-034 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 32 to the
Clarington Official Plan
2003-035 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the
Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the former Town of
Newcastle
2003-036 being a by-law to exempt a certain portion of Registered
Plan 40M-2125 from Part Lot Control
2003-037 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and
Oshawa Clarington Association for Community Living,
Oshawa, Ontario, to enter into an agreement for the
lease space at 132 Church Street, Bowmanville
2003-038 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and John
Howard Society, Bowmanville, Ontario, to enter into
an agreement for the lease space at 132 Church
Street, Bowmanville
2003-039 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 31 to the
Clarington Official Plan
2003-040 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the
Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the former Town of
Newcastle
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Resolution #C-202-03
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Ping Ie
THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2003-033 to
2003-040 inclusive, be approved.
"CARRIED"
OTHER BUSINESS
Regional Update Councillor Schell advised Council that he attended the first meeting
of the Test Hill Task Force on March 31, 2003, He noted that Tony
Cannella, Director of Engineering Services, attended the meeting to
represent staff, Councillor Schell stated that he is looking forward
to resolving the problems.
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Update
Councillor Pingle advised Council that Ontario Power Generation
hosted a meeting on March 24, 2003, with representatives
of all environmental and trail builders in this area, On April 6, 2003,
the National Wildlife Week will be held for grade 7 and 8 students.
The program will consist of studying perigrine falcons, butterflies
and wild life artistry, Waterfront trail users will be asked to assist in
bird monitoring; a checklist will be available, Ontario Power
Generation strives for an 80% recycling and actually exceed this;
last year 5,632,299 Ibs were recycled, reused and composed. The
Tyrone Community Hall will be holding a fundraising euchre game
on April 5, 2003. SI. Marys Community Relations Committee has
the following proposals:
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3 stations will be set up using PM 10 testing for air quality
montoring:
coal piles which cannot be covered due to combustion are
relocated behind the covered salt piles;
blasting will be monitored on site and on private residential
areas;
environmental newsletter will be published twice a year;
report cards are being considered:
tours June and September;
10 metre weather station on the roof of the technical
building; and
follow up to the community meetings May and September.
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St. Marys will also be holding a waterfront management workshop
on April 3, 2003, at Bobby C's and pre-registration is required,
Councillor Robinson advised Council that on April 5, 2003, the
Kendal Community Centre will be holding a Yuk Yuks fundraiser.
On April 6, 2003, the Newcastle Arena will draw tickets for a 52" tv
and a Bobby Orr Winning Stanley Cup Goal picture framed and
autographed. Family Farm Safety Night will be held on
April 10, 2003, at 7:00 p,m. at the Garnet Rickard Complex.
Councillor Rowe advised Council that the Bowmanville Book is for
sale in the Planning Services Department. The Visual Arts Centre's
"Lasting Impressions" will be opening this Sunday, April 6, 2003.
The Visual Arts' annual general meeting will be held after show.
Ontario Power Generation held a "Building Bridges" meeting on
March 24, 2003, Earth Day will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2003,
with lots of activities going on. Councillor Rowe advised that the
Clarington Tourism website has a category entitled "Nature and
Trails". She also noted that she would circulate a list of special
events being held by the Central Lake Ontario Conservation
Authority,
Councillor Trim advised Council that pot holes are a big concern at
this time of year and noted that they are being filled as quickly as
possible. The Region of Durham's Integrated Waste System is up
and running. A meeting is going to be held this week with the three
Business Improvement Associations relating to waste collection.
Resolution #C-203-03
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the meeting be "closed" for consideration of a verbal report
from the Solicitor pertaining to two legal matters,
"CARRIED"
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Council Minutes
BY-LAWS
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March 31, 2003
Resolution #C-204-03
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2003-041 and
2003-042, and that the said by-laws be now read a first and second
time:
2003-041 being a by-law to amend Interim Control By-law
2003-01 as it applies to the lands and premises at
205 King Street East, Bowmanville
2003-042 being a by-law to amend Interim Control By-law
2003-01 as it applies to the lands and premises
known as 243 King Street East, Bowmanville
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-205-03
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2003-041 and
2003-042, be approved.
"CARRIED"
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-206-03
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2003-043 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
March 2003, and that the said by-law be now read a first and
second time,
"CARRIED"
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Council Minutes
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-207-03
March 31, 2003
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Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2003-043 be approved.
"CARRIED"
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-208-03
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the meeting adjourn at 10:35 p.m,
"CARRIED"