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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/14/2003 . . . Council Minutes PRAYER ROLL CALL Present Were: Also Present: MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON April 14, 2003 Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on April 14, 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 Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella (attended until 7:20 p.m.) Director of Community Services, J, Caruana (attended until 7:20 p.m,) Director of Emergency Services, M. Creighton (attended until 7:20 p,m.) Director of Planning Services, D. Crome Director of Operations, F, Horvath (attended until 7:20 p.m.) Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano Director of FinancelTreasurer, N. Taylor (attended until 7:20 p,m.) Confidential Secretary to the Municipal Clerk, H. Keyzers (attended until 7:20 p,m.) Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Councillor Schell indicated that he would be disclosing a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence Item I - 11 , . . . Council Minutes MINUTES ANNOUNCEMENTS PRESENTATION DELEGATION COMMUNICATIONS - 2- April 14, 2003 Resolution #C-209-03 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on March 31, 2003, be approved as amended by removing the word "also" from the first paragraph on page 32, "CARRIED" Mayor Mutton introduced the 1st Newcastle Cub Pack along with their leaders Wendy Skan, Ron Moffat, Todd Perkin and Dave Skan. The Cubs are attending tonight's meeting to learn more about caring for the community and local government. Janie Dodds advised prior to the meeting that she was unable to attend. The presentation has been reschedule for April 28, 2003, Derick Biss, 23 Jane Street, Bowmanville, L 1 C 1 G3, advised prior to the meeting that he would not be in attendance Correspondence Item I - 34 was distributed as a handout. Resolution #C-21 0-03 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the communications to be received for information be approved with the exception of Items 1- 1, I - 11, I - 17, I - 27, I - 31, 1- 32 and I - 34, "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-2 F22,GE 1- 3 M02,GE 1-4 M06.GE - 3 - April 14, 2003 Janet Ecker, Minister of Finance, writing to Council to advise of the regulations that were recently filed to facilitate property tax billing for the 2003 taxation year. In keeping with the policy that was applied in the previous reassessment, the Province has reset education property tax rates for the 2003 taxation year to ensure that the Province does not gain additional revenue due to the reassessment. The 2003 uniform residential education tax rate is 0.335%, reduced from the rate of 0,373% that applied to the 2001 and 2002 taxation year. The business education tax rates for 2003 have been reset for each upper-tier and single-tier municipality to maintain revenue neutrality by offsetting the impacts of the 2003 reassessment. (Received for Information) Hospice Durham, providing Council with their newsletter entitled "Hospice Heartlights", They are also advising Council of the 2003 Walk Run for Hospice Durham which will take place on June 8, 2003, at the Ajax Rotary Park at 9:00 a.m, (Received for Information) Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario, advising Council that the Ministry of Finance has announced the finalization and release of the following two regulations: 0, Reg 73/03 prescribing threshold tax ratios for the purposes of the levy restriction; the method for calculating 2003 tax ratios for municipalities subject to the levy restriction, and; the method for applying levy adjustments under the 5% cap for commercial, industrial and multi-residential properties; O. Reg 74/03 prescribing the education tax rates for the residential and business property classes for 2003 (Received for Information) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-5 E08,GE 1-6 E05,GE 1-7 E07,GE 1- 8 L11.GE - 4- April 14, 2003 Regional Municipality of Durham, providing Council with a media advisory regarding water charges. The Region of Durham completed a resolution of the outstanding charges that had been laid against it, in 2002, under the Ontario Water Resources Act. Durham Region pleaded guilty to six charges and agreed to pay a fine of $40,000, plus a victim fine surcharge payable to the Province of Ontario. The charges relate to events that occurred following the implementation of Regulation 459/00 under the Ontario Water Resources Act. There are three categories of charges to which Durham Region has pleaded guilty, (Received for Information) P.M, Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on March 26, 2003, passed the following resolution: "a) THAT Mike Slocombe and Paul Foster be appointed as Area Weed Inspectors under the Weed Control Act and that the area of responsibility be identified as the Regional Municipality of Durham; and b) THAT the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and the area municipalities be advised." (Received for Information) Canadian Nuclear Association, providing Council with a copy of the Association Electronic News letter for March 25, 2003, (Received for Information) P,M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on March 26, 2003, passed the following resolution: "a) THAT Commissioner's Report No. 2003-P-36 be endorsed as the Region's comments (which are noted in italics) on the Central Ontario Smart Growth Panel's draft Discussion Paper - Shape the Future; and b) THAT a copy of Commissioner's Report No, 2003-P- 36 be forwarded to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Durham M.P.P's, Smart Growth Secretariat, and all Durham area municipalities." (Received for Information) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1- 9 C10,MO 1-10 C10.MO 1- 12 C06,SA 1-13 E05.GE 1-14 M06.GE - 5 - April 14, 2003 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on March 26, 2003, passed the following resolution regarding 2002 Annual Building Permit Activity Review: "a) THAT Commissioner's Report No, 2003-P-32 be received for information; and b) THAT a copy of Commissioner's Report No. 2003-P- 32 be forwarded to the local municipalities." (Received for Information) P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on March 26, 2003, passed the following resolution: "a) THAT Regional Staff continue to participate in the development of Stage 2 submission of the "Greater Toronto Area Transportation Demand Management Program" application for funding under Transport Canada's Urban Transportation Showcase Program; b) THAT Regional Staff report back when the key elements and costs of participating in the program have been determined; and c) THAT a copy of Commissioner's Report No. 2003-P- 31 be forwarded to the City of Toronto and local municipalities in Durham." (Received for Information) Minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee meeting dated March 4, 2003, (Received for Information) Ontario Power Generation, providing Council with a copy of News from Darlington Nuclear Neighbours. (Received for Information) Association of Municipalities of Ontario, advising Council that the Minister of Finance, Janet Ecker, kicked off a budget initiative with a commitment to an 18% increase, over the next three years, representing $106 million. The other announcements related to transit, water and highways should provide some immediate assistance. (Received for Information) . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-15 M06.GE . 1-16 L11.GE . -6- April 14, 2003 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), advising Council that AMO will be attending the Ontario budget presentation and requesting the following: . A clear signal that they will be moving ahead with a 'new deal' with the Province. A good first step would be access to the gas tax to support the municipal transportation systems, from roads and bridges to transit; Other actions that make sense: matching the right service with the right tax base would see more uploading of the financing of social and community health programs. Zero- rating the provincial sales tax for the municipal government's purchase of services and goods would help stretch the property tax; An overall financing strategy for drinking water and sewer services that reflects the capital requirements for upgrading municipal systems and the policy directions related to Justice O'Connor's recommendations for a multi-barrier approach to ensuring safe drinking water; A comprehensive, province-wide West Nile prevention strategy that is funded by the province; Extension of the Provincial Homelessness Rent Supplement Program beyond 2005 and working with municipalities to fast-track through pilot programs that would provide about 2,000 affordable rental housing units as part of the Community Rental Housing Program; To work with them on a plan that will address the current inequities and complexity of the Current Value Assessment system that arise from along other matters, the cappinglclawback program, (Received for Information) . . . . . Andy Mitchell, Secretary of State, (Rural Development) writing to the Honourable Janet Ecker, Minister of Finance regarding funding under the Canadian-Ontario Infrastructure Program. He states the Government of Canada is very proud to partner with the Province of Ontario in this important program. Together they have jointly approved and announced 381 projects across Ontario to date, representing a federal investment of $525 million and total project costs of more than $2,2 billion. The federal government's record on infrastructure funding is solid. Since 1994, a federal investment of more than $2.7 billion has been made for infrastructure projects in Ontario, . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-18 M02.GE 1-19 C06.GE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20 C06.HW - 7 - April 14, 2003 Along with commitments for affordable housing and Toronto waterfront revitalization, programs such as Canada-Ontario Infrastructure Works (COIW), COIP, Cultural Spaces Canada, Strategic Highways Infrastructure Program (SHIP) and the Federation of Canada Municipalities (FCM) Green Funds have all contributed greatly to the quality life in Ontario, (Received for Information) Andrea Maenza, Durham Children's Aid Society, providing a copy of the latest issue of the 'Community Connections', a community newsletter. (Received for Information) Central Lake Ontario Conservation, providing Council with a copy of their 2003 Special Projects, as follows: Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival - March 8 - 16 and Weekend March 22, 23 School Environmental Education Programs (All Year) G.L. Roberts Earth Day Events (Partnership) - Community Cleanup April 23 Cranberry West Tree Planting - April 26 - Scout Trees Canada Public Conservation Area Cleanup Days - From April 23 - May 15 - Dates and locations to be announced 2 Long Sault Conservation Area Management Plan Open Houses - Tentative Date May 10 and Sept. (TBA) 2 Lynde Creek Watershed Management Plan Open Houses - Tentative Dates TBA (June and Sept.) Private Landowner Stewardship Family Bike & Hike Picnic (Partnership with South Oshawa Community Police Partners) - Sat. June 28 Ontario Family Fishing Weekend (Partnership) Tentative July 4 - 6 Fishing Day - Heber Down Conservation Area - Date TBA Communities in Bloom - Partnership with City of Oshawa Earth Keepers Environmental Day Camp (June 30 to Aug. 22) Durham Children's Groundwater Festival - Sept. 29 - Oct. 3 (Received for Information) Minutes of the Clarington Hwy. 407 Community Advisory Committee. (Received for Information) . Council Minutes - 8- April 14, 2003 COMMUNICATIONS 1- 21 C06.NE Minutes of a meeting of the Newcastle Community Hall Board held on March 18, 2003 at 7:00 p.m, (Received for Information) 1-22 M06.GE Association of Municipalities of Ontario, informing Council that Bill 191, the Highway Traffic Act Amendment Act (Emergency Vehicle Safety) 2002 was passed by Legislature last December and now proclaimed, The bill protects police officers, firefighters, paramedics, public utility workers and other emergency personnel whose vehicles are stopped on roadway shoulders. (Received for Information) 1-23 T07.GE Andy Harvey, President, The Ontario Traffic Conference informing Council that the following resolution related to reserving fluorescent yellowlgreen school signs for school crossing use only was passed on Friday, March 28, 2003: . 'THAT until the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario revises the Ontario Traffic Manual, Book 6 "Warning Signing" the OTC can not condone the use of non-standard signing, which contradicts the Ministry standard and it should also be noted that the sheeting is currently used on the "Stop/slow paddle" as well as on the back of zone painting trucks". (Received for Information) 1-24 T03,GE Frank Klees, Minister, Ministry of Transportation, thanking Council for their continuing efforts to improve the community's access to Transit. The Government of Ontario is committed to working in partnership with municipalities to assist in this effort. The Ministry would like to help ensure that the province has a transit system that will help strengthen the economy and protect the environment. Listed below are some measures that the Ministry is pursuing to ensure the Ontario Transit Renewal Program (OTRP) meets its goals: . In 2003, the provincial government would be providing $103,9 million in transit renewal funds, After consulting with municipal stakeholders, OTRP will allocate up to one-third of this funding for fleet replacement and major refurbishment expenditures, OTRP is also designed to support Smart Growth's goals, such as improving the natural environment. In 2003, the government will provide incentive funding to promote ridership and encourage the purchase of alternative fueled vehicles. . . . Council Minutes - 9 - April 14, 2003 COMMUNICATIONS . With OTRP, the province has created a new partnership that will reduce the municipalities' share of capital investment in transit fleets, A comparable commitment needs to be made by the government of Canada. The government of Ontario will continue to encourage the federal government to become an equal partner in funding highway and transit infrastructure and equipment. (Received for Information) 1-25 A01.GE Sheila Richardson, Chair, OCMBP Steering Committee, informing Council that the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing officially launched the Ontario Centre for Municipal Best Practices (OCMBP) with the mandate to: . Continue the evolution of a standard performance measurement framework; Identify 'best practices'; and Prepare reports offering guidance for practitioners in applying the 'best practices'. The first series of seven best practices are now on the web page (www.ocmbp.ca). which they encourage everyone to access, (Received for Information) . . . 1-26 E07,GE Nuclear Canada, providing Council with a copy of the Canadian Nuclear Association Electronic Newsletter for April 2, 2003. (Received for Information) 1-28 E05,GE The Regional Municipality of Durham, Health Department News Release informing Council that staff have received over 1,400 calls from area residents related to the SARS outbreak. Health Department staff are currently investigating and managing five probable and two suspect cases of SARS in the Region and are following up on 260 contacts that have been identified throughout the community. Currently, all suspect and probable cases, and those under investigation in Durham Region are linked to the Scarborough Hospital Grace Division SARS investigation, A suspect case of SARS involves sudden onset of fever of over 38 degrees C, one or more respiratory symptoms including cough, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, contact with a probable case or travel to Asia within the last 10 days. A probable case includes suspect cases that progress to severe respiratory illness, If you have concerns, please contact Durham Regional Health Department at (905) 723-8521 or 1- 800-841-2729. . (Received for Information) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-29 A01.FE 1-30 C06.CL 1- 33 C06.PO 1-1 E05.GE - 10- April 14, 2003 Federation of Canadian Municipalities informing Council of the Municipal-Aboriginal Co-operation for Economic Development. Neighbouring municipal governments and First Nations across Canada are working together to create economic opportunities and improve the quality of life in their communities. A new report identifies best practices in municipal and First Nations' partnership building for economic development. It is an important resource for municipal governments and First Nations interested in pursuing similar partnerships. Partnerships in Practice: Case Studies in Municipal and First Nations' Economic Development Co-operation documents the experiences of five partnerships and provides practical advice on pursuing joint economic development initiatives. By pooling assets, municipal governments and First Nations can improve their local and regional economies, Joint initiatives can open up a larger market for both, as First Nations' land holds a full range of untapped opportunities for economic development. (Received for Information) Minutes of a meeting held on February 13, 2003, Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee. (Received for Information) Minutes of the Port Granby Project Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting dated March 3, 2003. (Received for Information) Adam Quipp, Project Director, Associate, Rowan Williams Davies & Irwin Inc" providing Council with a copy of a technical paper pertaining to Air Quality Regulations, With increasing public scrutiny, the Ministry of Environment (MOE) has been under pressure to be more responsive and accountable. As a result, regulatory compliance and industrial responsibility have become top priorities at the MOE. Under the Ontario "Mandatory Air Monitoring and Reporting" Regulation 127, all facilities are required to report their air emissions by June 1st. Like the Certificate of Approval, this regulation applies to factories, hospitals, schools, municipalities and even office buildings. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS I - 11 C06.ST 1-17 M02.GE - 11 - April 14, 2003 Resolution #C-211-03 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item I - 1 be referred to the Director of Operations, "CARRIED" Councillor Schell stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence Item I - 11 and refrained from discussion and voting on the subject matter. Councillor Schell's employer is St. Marys Cement. Minutes of the St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee meeting dated December 3, 2002. Resolution #C-212-03 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item 1- 11 be received for information. "CARRIED" Allan D, Hewitt, Chair, Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee, advising Council that on Saturday, April 26, 2003, starting at 10:00 a.m, they will be celebrating Earth Day at the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area. Events will begin in the east parking lot. The day's events will also include the opening of their new parking lot, the unveiling of their new Snake Hibernaculum, a presentation and exhibit of live native snakes by the Indian River Reptile Zoo and volunteer shrub planting. Resolution #C-213-03 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item I - 17 be received for information. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-27 A01.FW 1- 31 E01.CE - 12- April 14, 2003 Federation of Canadian Municipalities, Members Advisory, urging Municipal Governments to Participate in National Antenna Tower Policy Review, Increased demand for wireless services, such as cellular phones and pagers, has prompted telecommunications companies to develop plans for additional antennas. Resolution #C-214-03 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item I - 27 be referred to the Director of Planning Services. "CARRIED" Fernando Pellegrino, District Manager, Canadian Waste informing Council that on March 28, 2003, Canadian Waste Services Inc, filed an Application with the Environmental Assessment and Approvals Branch of the Ministry of the Environment for a Provisional Certificate Of Approval for a solid, non-hazardous waste transfer station. The lands affected by the Application are located adjacent to the easterly limits of McKnight Road in the Municipality of Clarington, The nature of the proposed undertaking for which a Provisional Certification Of Approval is being sought from the . Ministry of the Environment by Canadian Waste Services Inc, is briefly summarized as follows, namely: . The development of transfer station to facilitate the receipt and shipment off-site, to an approved waste management facility for disposal, of up to a maximum of 800 tonnes of solid, non-hazardous waste per day; · A maximum storage capacity of up to 1100 tonnes of waste within the transfer station at anyone time for a period of 24 hours (average) and 96 hours (maximum); · The outside storage of a maximum of 100 tonnes of recyclablelreusable materials (i.e. cardboard, metal, wood, tires etc,) in containers to be located in the yard to the east of the proposed transfer station, east of McKnight Road; and · The ability to operate the proposed waste transfer station 24 hours a day, seven days a week, . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-32 M02,GE - 13 - April 14, 2003 Resolution #C-215-03 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Item I - 31 be referred to the Director of Planning Services. "CARRIED" Durham Region - Durham Environmental Advisory Committee informing Council of the 2003 Environmental Achievement Awards. The Region of Durham and D-EAC have established an awards program to recognize significant contributions in creating, maintaining or promoting a healthy environment in Durham Region. Award Categories include: . George Scott Stewardship Award: for the maintenance, protection, or preservation of the natural environment. Dr. J. Murray Speirs Restoration Award: for the restoration of degraded natural environments. Irene Kock Education/Communication Award: for fostering effective communications, sharing knowledge, or exhibiting leadership in helping others to learn about the natural environment. Innovative Plans/Policies/lnitiatives Award: for forward- thinking efforts to encourage positive change with respect to the natural environment. Jessica Markland Partnerships Award: for cooperative efforts to enhance the environment involving public, community and private interests. . . . . To nominate an individual or organization in the public, private or non-profit sector, submit applications no later than April 25, 2003 to Mr. Chris Darling, Planning Department, Regional Municipality of Durham, Resolution #C-216-03 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Item I - 32 be referred to the Director of Planning Services. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-34 D - 1 M04,GE D-2 M02.GE - 14- April 14, 2003 William J, Harford, President, Durham Region Labour Council, thanking Council for supporting the unionized staff to carry out the custodial duties of the expanded Clarington Municipal offices. These new employees would be members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, dedicated to serving their respective municipal employers. Resolution #C-217 -03 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item I - 34 be received for information. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-218-03 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 - 9 to D - 11 , inclusive. "CARRIED" Keri and Derick Biss, writing to Council with concerns about the water build up in front of their house and the lack of drainage at 23 Jane Street, Bowmanville, They feel that this is a serious problem which needs to be solved immediately, The amount of water build up on the sidewalk is extreme. It stretches all along the sidewalk in front of their house and forms a huge pool on their driveway. (Correspondence referred to the Directors of Engineering Services and Operations) Heather Farquhar, Secretary, Liberty Pentecostal Church, requesting permission to set off fireworks on their property on Sunday, June 29, 2003. The fireworks will be set well back from the public in a cleared off field, There will also be two flat bed trucks which will assist as barriers and separate the public from the display, The fireworks will be supervised by a fireworks display company as well as a member of their congregation who is a fireman and several adults over the age of 21. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-3 T08.GE D-4 M02.GE D-5 M02.GE - 15- April 14, 2003 The fireworks will be lit by a licensed supervisor from the fireworks company. (Approval granted to set off fireworks on June 29, 2003, provided they are set off by an individual over the age of 21) Petition from the residents of Longworth Avenue between Scugog Street and Liberty Street, Bowmanville, requesting Council to implement traffic calming measures on Longworth Avenue, With the elementary school on the street and the large number of children residing on Longworth Avenue, they feel that their safety and the safety of their children are at risk. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Engineering Services) Robert W. Runciman, MPP, Ministry of Public Safety and Security, informing Council of the National Emergency Preparedness (EP) Week from May 4th _10th, During EP Week, communities across the country participate in activities aimed at increasing awareness of emergency management. Public awareness and education are crucial components for successful emergency management at the community level. Public and community awareness of emergency management and individual family preparedness will help us toward our goal of building disaster resilient communities throughout Ontario, (Proclaimed) Colleen Flanagan, Coordinator of the Green Ribbon of Hope Campaign, Child Find Ontario, requesting Council to proclaim the month of Mayas Green Ribbon of Hope Month and to proclaim May 25, 2003, as National Missing Children's Day, Each year, over 66,000 cases of missing children are reported in Canada, enough to fill every seat in the SkyDome. These children and teenagers are classified as runaways, wandered off, or the victims of parental or stranger abduction, Thankfully, over 90% of missing children are recovered. Council can playa vital role in publicizing this issue to citizens, as well as promoting child safety, by support the 12th Annual Green Ribbon of Hope Campaign, (Proclaimed) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-6 M02.GE D-7 R03.GE D-8 R03.GE - 16- April 14, 2003 Margaret Howe, Chair, Winter Lights Celebration, inviting Council to participate in the 2003 edition of the Winter Lights Celebrations program. The goal of the program is to encourage communities throughout Canada, to decorate with lighting displays, with the objective of creating attractions for tourism from within Canada and from abroad. Winter Lights Celebrations is committed to fostering civic pride, cultural and heritage awareness and the enhancement of quality of life through community involvement. Registration deadline is September 12, 2003. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Corporate Services) Martha Rutherford Conrad, Administrator, Clarington Museums and Archives, advising Council that the Clarington Museums Transitional Board on March 12,2003, passed the following resolutions: "THAT the Clarington Museums Transitional Board recommend to Council that there be an amendment to By- law 2002-044 to include the Newcastle Village and District Historical Society within Clarington Museums and Archives." ''THAT the Clarington Museums Transitional Board recommend to Council that Joan Anderson be appointed to the Clarington Museums Transitional Board to represent the Newcastle Village and District Historical Society." (Correspondence referred to the Director of Community Services) Martha Rutherford Conrad, Administrator, Clarington Museums and Archives, advising Council that the Clarington Museums Transitional Board on March 12, 2003, passed the following resolution: "THAT the Clarington Museums Transitional Board continues to support the option that the museum have the entire library building to meet its current space requirements; and THAT any decision made by Council will honour the bequest of the donating family; and . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-9 C10.MO - 17 - April 14, 2003 THAT the Clarington Museums Transitional Board will respect the decision made by Council." (Correspondence referred to the Director of Community Services) Janis Lankester, A.M,C.T., Clerk, Haldimand County, advising Council that Haldimand County on March 10, 2003, passed the following resolution: "THAT Report PS-WW-2003 dated March 6, 2003 RE: Municipal Septage Strategy Addendum to Report PS-WW- 01-2003, be received; AND THAT Staff be directed to prepare a letter for the Mayor's signature, to the Ministry of the Environment requesting that the Ministry reconsider the proposed five year phase-out of land application of untreated septage by further investigating, through consultation with septage haulers, the current policy regarding the use of sewage lagoons and land application of untreated septage; AND THAT the letter state Council's position that approval of the proposed regulation and resultant requirement for a municipal septage strategy, would significantly impact the County's current waste water disposal capabilities, necessitating upgrades to these facilities to maintain the current capacity of the facilities in addition to providing additional capacity to treat municipal septage; AND THAT the letter stress that funding from the Province to implement these upgrades would be imperitive, to allow Haldimand County and other municipalities to comply with the proposed regulations and required municipal septage strategy; AND THAT the letter stress that a consultative process take place with all stakeholders prior to implementation of the proposed regulations; AND THAT the letter request that the MOE include AMO and ROMA in the consultation process regarding the proposed regulations; . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D -10 F22,GE - 18 - April 14, 2003 AND THAT a copy of the letter to the MOE be forwarded to AMO, MPP's Tim Hudak and Toby Barrett and Rural Municipalities, advising them of Haldimand County Council's position regarding the Ministry's proposed regulations for the proposed five year phase-out of land application of untreated septage," Resolution #C-219-03 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the resolution from Haldimand County regarding a septage strategy be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington. "CARRIED" Louise Gartshore, City Clerk, City of Woodstock, advising Council that the City of Woodstock on March 6, 2003, passed the following resolution: 'THAT whereas the purpose of the new property taxation regime was to provide a tax system that was fair, understandable and comparable across the province; AND WHEREAS the introduction of the various capping programs to protect certain classes has resulted in a system that is complex, difficult to understand and unfair to many property taxpayers; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council of the City of Woodstock request that the Province of Ontario immediately review it's capping program with an aim to eliminate it completely; and THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to all municipalities in Ontario, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Municipal Finance Officers Association for their support." . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 11 REPORTS Report #1 G.PA Report April 7, 2003 - 19- April 14, 2003 Resolution #C-220-03 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT the resolution from the City of Woodstock regarding a new property taxation regime be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington. "CARRIED" Senator Consiglio Di Nino, urging Council to review their buying practices and to consider alternatives to products made in China. The few pennies saved come at the expense of the fundamental rights and freedoms of hundreds of millions of Chinese citizens. Mr. Di Nino is a strong supporter of the Dalai Lama's efforts to free Tibet from Chinese occupation. Unfortunately, the mass consumption of products produced in China has been misinterpreted by Chinese leaders as approval of their repressive regime, The income derived from exports has allowed the Chinese government to further expand its apparatus of control and brutality. Resolution #C-221-03 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item D - 11 be received for information, "CARRIED" Resolution #C-222-03 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT the actions taken by the General Purpose and Administration Committee on April 7, 2003, be approved with the exception of Item 9. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes - 20- April 14, 2003 REPORTS Item #9 of Resolution #C-223-03 Report #1 Janitorial Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe Service Contract WHEREAS the construction of the Municipal Administrative Centre and Main Branch Library required the consideration of a change to the method of providing janitorial services, and it is considered in the best interest of the Municipality to assess the needs of the Corporation during the first full year of its operation; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: THAT Report COD-05-03 be received; THAT the janitorial services for the Municipal Administrative Centre and Main Branch Library be provided by contract of employment with staff under the direction of the Director of Operations; THAT Council approve the hiring of no more than 3 contract Building Services 1 position, and 2 part-time (maximum 24 hours) contract positions, for the period of twelve months; THAT the contracts of employment be drafted by the Manager of Human Resources, using the provisions for temporary employees within the existing CUPE Collective agreement with an agreement from CUPE to extend the period of employment to twelve months; THAT the Director of Operations monitor the janitorial service function over the contact period and make recommendations for the permanent provision of janitorial services through the 2004 budget process; and THAT the competing firms be thanked for their interest and advised of Council's decision, "CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE" Council Minutes - 21- April 14, 2003 . REPORTS Recorded Vote Declaration of Pecuniary Council Member Yea Nav Interest Absent Councillor D. MacArthur X Councillor Ping Ie X Councillor Robinson X Councillor Rowe X Councillor Schell X Councillor Trim X Mavor Mutton X Report #2 Resolution #C-224-03 G.PA Report Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell April 14, 2003 2003 Current THAT the actions taken by the General Purpose and Administration . and Capital Committee on April 14, 2003, be approved, Budget "CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE" Recorded Vote Declaration of Pecuniary Council Member Yea Nav Interest Absent Councillor D. MacArthur X Councillor Pingle X Councillor Robinson X Councillor Rowe X Councillor Schell X Councillor Trim X Mavor Mutton X UNFINISHED BUSINESS There were no items of business considered under this section of . the agenda, ~ . . Council Minutes BY-LAWS BY-LAWS - 22- April 14, 2003 Resolution #C-225-03 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2003-044 to 2003-046, and that the said by-laws be now read a first and second time: 2003-044 being a by-law to authorize entering into an Agreement with the Owners of Plan of Subdivision 18T -89064 and any Mortgagee who has an interest in the said lands, and the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington in respect of 18T-89064 2003-045 being a by-law to exempt a certain portion of Lot 46 Church Street, Block 29 Plan, Village of Newcastle Hanning Plan from Part Lot Control 2003-046 being a by-law to regulate the draining, cleaning and clearing of lands within the Municipality of Clarington and to repeal By-law 90-160 being a By-law respecting the deposit of and retention of certain waste on lands in the former Town of Newcastle "CARRIED" Resolution #C-226-03 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Ping Ie THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2003-044 to 2003-046 inclusive, be approved. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes OTHER BUSINESS - 23 - April 14, 2003 Resolution #C-227-03 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the meeting be "closed", "CARRIED" The meeting continued in "opened" forum at 8:03 p.m, CONFIRMING BY-LAW Councillor Schell stated a pecuniary interest earlier in the meeting and refrained from voting on the confirming by-law, Resolution #C-228-03 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2003-047 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at this meeting held on the 14th day of April 2003, and that the said by-law be now read a first and second time, "CARRIED" Resolution #C-229-03 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2003-047 be approved. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes ADJOURNMENT - 24- April 14, 2003 Resolution #C-230-03 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:06 p.m, "CARRIED"