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Council Meeting Minutes
APRIL 16, 2007
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on April 16, 2007, at 7:00 p.m., in the
Council Chambers.
Councillor Foster led the meeting in prayer.
ROLL CALL
Present Were:
Also Present:
Mayor J. Abernethy
Councillor A. Foster
Councillor R. Hooper
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor G. Robinson
Councillor C. Trim
Councillor W. Woo
Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Deputy Treasurer, L. Gordon
Solicitor, D. Hefferon
Director of Operations, F. Horvath
Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano
Fire Chief, G. Weir
Administrative Assistant to the Clerk, C. Fleming, attended until 8:40 p.m.
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated for this meeting.
MINUTES
Resolution #C-189-07
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on April 2,2007, and the
minutes of a special meeting of Council held on April 5,2007, be approved.
"CARRIED"
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PRESENTATIONS
Roger Anderson, Chair, Regional Municipality of Durham provided Council with his
annual update on Regional activities, highlighting the following 2006 achievements:
. Regional Transit
. "One Fare Anywhere" in Durham
. More frequent service along key corridors
. Seamless operation of specialized services
. New Townline route connecting Courtice south and northeast Oshawa
. Negotiation of the first contract amalgamating four previous agreements
. 11.8% growth in ridership
. Road rehabilitation projects in Clarington included 3.8 km of Regional
Road 3 and 3.2 km of Regional Road 42 at a cost of $775,000
. Courtice Water Pollution Control Plant - should be operational this fall
. Significant Progress in Waste Management
. Green Bin Initiative recognized by Ontario Public Works Association as
"Project of the Year for Environment"
. Partnership with York Region on Energy-from-Waste Facility - Considering
short list of sites with objective of selecting preferred site this Fall
. Water and Waste Water Plants - Durham Region recognized by the Ontario
Municipal Benchmarking Initiative for superior energy management
practices
. Focus on Conservation - $190,000 Study Grant to the Region from FCM's
Green Municipal Fund
. Rebuilding of long term care facilities - Lakeview Manor and Hillsdale
Terraces
. Purchase of Site in Clarington for new paramedic station - Construction to
be complete by early 2008
. Durham Regional Police Services (DRPS)
. Town Hall meetings held in all Durham Municipalities
. Analysis of Officer Deployment across the Region
. Strategic Planning to Guide DRPS Service Delivery
. Expansion of efforts to market Durham Region internationally
. Excellent and mutually-supportive working relationships with UOIT,
Durham College, General Motors and area Municipal Economic
Development Offices to help identify and capture emerging opportunities
. Preparation of Secondary Plan for the Energy Business Park
. Provincial Funding of $400,000 for Durham Strategic Energy Alliance
. New Tourism Strategy - Launched new brand in February - "Durham, Good
Natured, Good Times"
. Knowledgeable Host Program, development of overnight stay packages,
and new Internet tools to reach potential visitors
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. Development of Downtown Oshawa and Downtown Pickering as Urban
Growth Centres in response to established Greater Golden Horseshoe
Growth Plan
. Ministry of Environmental funding for Joint Study of Western Lake Ontario
and Lake Simcoe Drinking Water Sources
Chair Anderson advised of the following needs and concerns:
. New provincial investment will be needed in transit, infrastructure and
human services such as hospitals, community care, libraries and recreation
to support projected population increases
. The use of municipal property taxes to subsidize provincial programs must
end
. The Province must deliver on announced projects such as the Court House,
the 407 East, the 404 extension and the widening of Highways 7 and 401
through Durham to address the missing pieces of the framework necessary
for managing Durham's anticipated growth
. There is a need to attract higher-order jobs to the Region and for more
affordable housing and affordable child care programs
. There is concern with the unknown scope and future costs of source
protection plans required in compliance with the Clean Water Act
. Provincial investment in Durham's infrastructure will be vital to support the
expansion of the Darlington Nuclear Plant
Chair Anderson summarized by stating how impressed he is by the achievements
made by municipal governments with very little power or discretionary spending. He
feels however, that much more could be done with funding and revenues to match
municipal responsibilities and growth in Durham communities. Chair Anderson feels it
is imperative to get Durham's needs on the campaign agenda during the upcoming
Provincial and Federal elections.
Resolution #C-190-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the rules of procedure be suspended to allow David Payne, MacViro
Consultants Inc. to address Council concerning Energy-from-Waste.
"CARRIED"
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David Payne, MacViro Consultants Inc. addressed Council providing an update on the
public information sessions held to date respecting the proposed York/Durham
Energy-from-Waste Facility. Mr. Payne stated the two sessions held in Clarington
were very well attended with approximately 200 residents generating many excellent
questions.
Mr. Payne stated the issue of most concern was with respect to the effect of air
emissions on public health and the natural environment. He stated that currently there
is a study being done on human health and ecological risk assessment on a generic
basis and that once the preferred site is chosen that work will be turned into a site
specific assessment. Mr. Payne advised the information session to be held on
Saturday, April 21, 2007, has been moved to the Faith United Church in Courtice
commencing at 10:00 a.m.
In response to questions, David Payne stated no technology has been ruled out and
provided information on the site selection and procurement process. Mr. Payne noted
that there will be further opportunity for public input as the project advances and
stated information to date is posted on their website at www.durhamvorkwaste.ca.
DELEGATIONS
Gary Thertell, Chair, Orono Business Improvement Area, addressed Council
concernin~ the 175th Anniversary of the Village of Orono. Mr. Thertell recognized
fellow 175 h Anniversary Co-Ordinating Committee members in attendance and
introduced Paul Jones to make the presentation on behalf of the Committee.
Paul Jones highlighted Orono's rich history and significance to the area and outlined
activities for the three-day celebration planned for July, including a homecoming
supper, parade, picnic, fireworks and a CF18 flyover and parachute jump. Mr. Jones
stated their plan is dependent on financing and they were respectfully requesting
financial assistance in the amount of $5,000. Mr. Jones extended a formal invitation
to Members of Council and to the public to attend the celebrations and invited
Councillor Robinson to attend the steering Committee meetings whenever possible.
Resolution #C-191-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the rules of procedure be suspended to allow for consideration of the request
from Orono's 175th Anniversary Co-Ordinating Committee at this time.
"CARRIED"
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Resolution #C-192-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT in accordance with the Community Grant Program, the Coordinating Committee
for the 175th Anniversary of Orono Village Celebration receive a one-time grant of
$5,000;
AND FURTHER THAT the Municipality of Clarington offer free public swimming at the
Orono Park Pool on Saturday, June 30,2007.
"CARRIED"
Doug Otterbein addressed Council concerning Item 2 of Report #1 - Zoning By-law
Amendment submitted by the Municipality of Clarington to permit the development of
a hamlet residential lot in Enniskillen. Mr. Otterbein advised his property is
immediately south of the subject property and he is opposed to this development as
his property is very low and will experience drainage problems if the subject property
is developed. Mr. Otterbein advised the northern half of his property did not dry out
following last spring's rainfall and he feels development of the land will further
aggravate the drainage issue on his property.
Mary McCaw addressed Council on behalf of Margot Turner concerning
Correspondence Item D-3, the Courtice Skatepark Site. Ms. McCaw stated several
owners of the Nantucket Condominium Complex and the owners of 2832 Courtice
Road are concerned with the skateboard park site and the effect it will have on their
properties. Ms. McCaw indicated residents of Nantucket already experience
vandalism, garbage, noise, foul language and intimidation from young people and
many residents are elderly and are not comfortable confronting these individuals.
Ms. McCaw expressed concern that area residents were not notified in writing of the
skateboard park proposal and took issue with the fact that approximately % million
dollars will be spent on a recreation facility that will benefit a narrow portion of the
population. She noted the area residents will not be able to enjoy their properties
because of the noise and felt the property owners should not have to pay for a
problem they did not create. Ms. McCaw requested Council to rescind their decision
concerning the skateboard park, failing which requested they review a more
appropriate location.
Resolution #C-193-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the delegation of Phillip Fraser Harness be referred to the end of the agenda to
be considered during the "closed" session of Council.
"CARRIED"
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COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-194-07
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved.
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Minutes of the Clarington Highway 407 Community Advisory
Committee dated April 4,2007.
Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated
March 20,2007.
Minutes of the Newcastle Memorial Arena Management Board dated
March 13, 2007.
Minutes of the Tyrone Community Centre Executive Board dated
April 11 , 2007.
Minutes of the Clarington Museums and Archives Board dated
March 7, 2007.
Lynn Mcintyre, Director, Stewardship, Wildlife Habitat Canada,
providing an update on the Ontario Wetland Habitat Fund advising
that effective March 31, 2007, the implementation phase of the
Wetland Habitat Fund will end and that support for wetland
conservation, restoration and enhancement in Ontario will be
maintained through participation in the Eastern Habitat Joint Venture
of the North American Waterfowl Management Plan. All
conservation agreements will remain in force for their full term and
the Wildlife Habitat Canada Fund will continue to honour their
financial commitments to landowners for outstanding projects.
Mike Colle, Minister, Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration
inviting nominations for the Newcomer Champion Awards, a new
program established to recognize outstanding individuals who
contribute to the understanding and sharing of Ontario's cultural
diversity and provide welcoming communities for the benefit of
newcomers. The deadline for nominations is April 20,2007.
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Allan Hewitt, Library Board Chair, Clarington Public Library,
expressing appreciation for Council's support of the library's 2007
Capital and Operating Budget requests and looking forward to
working with the Municipality in constructing another outstanding
library for the community.
Martha A. Pettit, Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk,
Town of Ajax, advising Council that on March 26,2007, the Town of
Ajax passed the following resolution pertaining to Municipal Planning
Initiatives from Bill 51: The Planninq and Conservation Land Statute
Law Amendment Act. 2006:
"1.That the report entitled Municipal Planning Initiatives from Bill 51:
The Planninq and Conservation Land Statute Law Amendment
Act. 2006, dated March 22,2007 be received;
2. That staff be authorized to prepare a By-law for the consideration
of Council requiring pre-consultation with the Town before
applicants submit applications, plans and drawings for all official
plan amendments, zoning by-law amendments, draft plans of
subdivision/condominium and site plans and that such By-law be
forwarded to Council for its consideration at a future meeting;
3. That staff be authorized to prepare a By-law for the consideration
of Council delegating to staff the authority to make decisions on
whether submitted planning applications are complete under the
authority of Section 23.1 of the Municipal Act;
4. That through the ongoing Town of Ajax Official Plan Review, that
staff be authorized to consult with the public and local
stakeholders and, where applicable, to draft policies for the
consideration of Council regarding the following:
i) criteria related to the implementation of zoning with
conditions;
ii) policies and design requirements for exterior building design;
iii) a list of potential additional studies or materials as may be
needed to assess development applications;
iv) the opportunity to implement a Development Permitting
System in Ajax either on an area specific basis or throughout
the entire Town;
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5. That a copy of this report be forwarded to the Region of Durham
and Durham area municipalities for information."
CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Resolution #C-195-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda, with the exception of
Items D - 12 to D - 15, inclusive.
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Steve Shanks and Murray Walton, Lions Club of Courtice, requesting
permission to host a Lions Foundation of Canada Purina Walk for
Guide Dogs on Sunday, June 3,2007 from 9:00 a.m. starting and
ending at Holy Trinity Catholic School, 2260 Courtice Road;
attaching a map of the proposed 4.5 km route; and advising the
Lions Club will provide an insurance certificate for $2 million liability
coverage. The walk is anticipated to take 1 hour and the route offers
sidewalk access for the 40 walkers and 10 volunteers.
(Approved provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a Road
Occupancy Permit from the
Engineering Services Department)
Paul W. Nicholson, Barrister and Solicitor forwarding comments on
behalf of Bill and Theda Nicholson, in opposition to the planned
Courtice Skatepark site expressing concern with the financial costs,
noise and potential liability issues.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Engineering Services)
Margot Turner, forwarding comments in opposition to the planned
Courtice Skatepark site expressing concern that area residents were
not notified of the proposed location for the park, concern with the
significant cost of construction and the adverse effect the park will
have on the neighbourhood; and requesting Council to consider the
alternate site at the Courtice South Arena as a more appropriate
location.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Engineering Services)
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Janine Wallace-Rivard, R.C.M., Property Manager, The Nantucket,
Durham Condominium Corporation 146, forwarding comments on
behalf of the Board of Directors of Durham Condominium
Corporation 146, in opposition to the planned Courtice Skatepark site
expressing concern with the lack of communication from the
municipality; the significant cost of construction and the adverse
effect the park will have on the neighbourhood; and requesting to
receive further updates by mail, flyer or e-mail for distribution to their
homeowners.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Engineering Services)
Sharon and Norm Babbs expressing concern with the lack of notice
provided to neighbouring residents regarding the proposed Courtice
Skateboard Park; the proximity of the site to the residential
neighbourhood; and the adverse impact the park will have on the
area.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Engineering Services)
Sandi King, FounderNolunteer Facilitator of the Durham Hepatitis C
Support Group, requesting Council to proclaim May 1,2007, as
"Hepatitis C Awareness Day" and the month of May 2007 as
"Hepatitis C Awareness Month" in Clarington to enhance awareness,
education, tolerance and understanding for those living with/affected
by Hepatitis C and help to halt the spread of the disease.
(Proclaimed)
Orono BIA requesting permission to close Main Street in Orono
between Centreview Street and Park Street on Saturday,
September 22, 2007, from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. for the annual
"Chili Cook-Off'.
(Approved provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a Road
Occupancy Permit from the
Engineering Services Department)
Newtonville Hall Board requesting permission to close Mill Street and
Church Lane in Newtonville on Saturday, June 16, 2007, from
10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. for the annual "Newtonville Day".
(Approved provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a Road
Occupancy Permit from the
Engineering Services Department)
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Paul Siemon, Hands In Motion Massage Therapy & Sports Injury
Clinic, requesting permission to stage the 2007 Terry Fox Run, on
September 16, 2007, advising the 5 km and 10 km routes wi II not
differ from 2006, and that the application for road occupancy will be
submitted in the near future.
(Approved provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a Road
Occupancy Permit from the
Engineering Services Department)
Jack Higgins, Sponsorship Committee Chairman, 172 Squadron
Royal Canadian Air Cadets requesting Council approve May 24, 25
and 26,2007, for Air Cadet Tag Days to be held at various high
potential traffic locations throughout the municipality.
(Tag days for May 24,25 and
26, 2007 approved)
Bob Waite, Senior Vice-President, Stakeholder Relations and Brand,
Canada Post, advising of the 2007 Canada Post Community Literacy
Award, a national award dedicated to recognizing literacy initiates
and celebrating the achievements of adult learners, along with those
who have helped them learn to read and write, and inviting
nominations of a deserving individual from the community. The
deadline for submission is May 25, 2007.
(Correspondence referred to the
Municipal Clerk to place an ad in the
local newspapers)
Chris Somerville, Township Clerk, Township of King, advising
Council that the Township of King, at a meeting held March 19,
2007, passed the following resolution:
"Municipalities are required to operate and maintain a wide array of
services including the provision of safe clean water and wastewater
systems, effective transportation systems with well maintained roads,
sustainable waste management systems, and the cultural and
recreation infrastructure that are key elements in a healthy and
competitive municipality;
In rural communities with slower new growth particularly in the
commercial and industrial sectors accounting for a small portion of
the total assessment, residential taxpayers carry the weight of the
total tax burden;
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The Canada Ontario Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (COMRIF)
provided opportunities for municipalities to apply for funds to assist
with infrastructure; the demand greatly exceeded the availability of
funds, resulting in many municipalities receiving nothing for their
efforts and resources spent in applying;
The Province has allocated a permanent 2 cents a litre for municipal
transit to municipalities operating public transit and community transit
systems, however, there is no comparable funding in rural
municipalities where roads and bridges are the transit systems and
the residents pay the same Gas Tax as those in cities and towns;
Provincial programs such as the "Farmland Tax Program" and the
"Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program" which were designed to
meet provincial economic and environmental policy objectives are
now funded by the municipal property tax base - these formerly
provincially-funded tax rebate programs were changed in 1997 to
municipally-funded property tax discounts, that is, municipal tax
expenditures;
The Development Charqes Act which was enacted in 1997 imposed
certain restrictions on municipalities which prevent growth from
paying for itself and places the burden of growth on the tax payer;
Municipalities must start reporting infrastructure spending on an
accrual basis by 2009, and will incur significant training, staffing,
consultant and software costs; smaller municipalities do not have the
resources to cover these costs;
Municipalities have been assigned the task of ensuring accessibility
for all Ontarians through the Ontarians with Disabilities Act (ODA)
and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and
are supportive of the objectives of the legislation, but have concerns
given the potential impact of the costs of implementation of
standards which are as yet, unknown;
It is resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of
King requests the following:
1. The provincial and federal governments are urged to augment
their contributions to municipal infrastructure by developing a
long-term support program for stable, reliable permanent funding
to assist with infrastructure investment.
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2. The provincial government is requested to increase the
municipal share of provincial gas tax and expanding eligibility
beyond transit.
3. While the Township is acutely aware of the importance of a
sustainable agriculture industry and of environment conservation
efforts, the provincial government is requested to review
programs such as the "Farmland Tax Program" and the
"Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program" to ensure that the
programs are not funded out of the municipal property tax base.
4. The current provincial government committed to ensuring that
developers "absorb their fair share of the costs of new growth",
and is requested to begin the review of the Development
Charqes Act. 1997 as soon as possible to ensure that
municipalities do not continue to subsidize development and
municipal property tax payers are not paying for growth.
5. The provincial government is requested to establish one time
funding to assist smaller municipalities move to accounting
infrastructure on an accrual basis and meaningful asset
management.
6. The provincial government is requested to consider providing
financial assistance to offset the costs of implementing the
requirements of the AODA and the related standards.
7. The provincial government is requested to review the basis of
apportionment of municipal/regional funding to ensure that lower
tier municipalities are not inequitably requisitioned.
8. This Resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the
Federal and Provincial Ministers of Finance, Minister of Public
Infrastructure Renewal, and to the MPs and MPPs for the
Township of King, and to all the municipalities in Ontario."
Resolution #C-196-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item D - 12 from the Township of King be referred to the
Director of FinancelTreasurer.
"CARRIED"
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P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham advising Council that
the Region of Durham, at a meeting held March 28,2007, passed
the following resolution:
"a) THAT Durham Region Council support the "Let's get a fair deal"
campaign initiated by the Greater Toronto Airports Authority to
achieve a rent deal that is fair in comparison to other airports
and keeps Toronto competitive with other international airports
in North America; and
b) THAT the Federal Government be requested to reduce the rent
charges applied to Toronto Pearson International Airport in an
amount equivalent to the rent reduction approved for the
Vancouver Airport;
c THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Prime
Minister of Canada; the Federal Minister of Transport,
Infrastructure and Communities; the Greater Toronto Airports
Authority; and the Area Municipalities."
Resolution #C-197 -07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the resolution from the Region of Durham concerning the "Let's Get a
Fair Deal" Campaign be endorsed.
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Janice Auger Szwarz, Planning Services Department Liaison,
Clarington Highway 407 Community Advisory Committee, forwarding
recommendations regarding weightings and rankings of Factor
Groups and Criteria to be used in the evaluation of the short list of
alternative routes for the Highway 407 extension and connecting
highway links and requesting Council to forward the correspondence
to the Highway 407 EA Project Team.
Resolution #C-198-07
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the weightings and rankings of Factor Groups and Criteria to be used in
evaluation of the short list of alternative routes for the Highway 407 extension
and connecting highway links be endorsed; and
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THAT the Highway 407 EA Project Team be so advised.
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Janice Auger Szwarz, Planning Services Department Liaison,
Clarington Highway 407 Community Advisory Committee, requesting
Council to appoint Fred Biesenthal as the industry representative to
the Clarington Highway 407 Community Advisory Committee. The
correspondence indicated the Clarington Board of Trade has been
unable to nominate an industry representative to sit on the
Community Advisory Committee and have agreed to Mr. Biesenthal's
appointment.
Resolution #C-199-07
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Fred Biesenthal be appointed as the industry representative to the
Clarington Highway 407 Community Advisory Committee.
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MOTION
NOTICE OF MOTION
REPORTS
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report April 10, 2007.
Resolution #C-200-07
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of April 10, 2007 be
approved, with the exception of Items #4 and #15.
"CARRIED"
Item #4
Resolution #C-201-07
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the Addendum to Report PSD-118-06 be received;
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THAT Option 'A' as set out in 3.2 of Addendum to Report PSD-118-06 be approved;
THAT a by-law be passed to authorize the Mayor and Municipal Clerk on behalf of the
Municipality of Clarington to execute the Licence Agreement contained in Attachment
2 of Addendum to Report PSD-118-06 and rescind By-Law 2006-219 approved
December 18, 2006; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Addendum to Report PSD-118-06 and any
delegations be advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Item #15
Resolution #C-202-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Item 15 of Report #1 be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered
during a "closed" session of Council.
"CARRIED"
Report #2 - Report CLD-013-07 - Confidential Personal Matter
Resolution #C-203-07
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Report #2 be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered during a
"closed" session of Council.
"CARRIED"
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-204-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Roger Anderson, Regional Chair, Region of Durham be thanked for his
presentation.
"CARRIED"
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Resolution #C-205-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the delegation of David Payne, MacViro Consultants Inc. be received for
information.
"CARRIED"
OTHER BUSINESS
Resolution #C-206-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the meeting be "closed" to consider Item #15 of Report #1 and Report #2.
"CARRIED"
The meeting resumed in open session at 9:22 p.m.
Resolution #C-207 -07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the actions taken during the "closed" session of Council be ratified.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-208-07
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Council recess for five minutes.
"CARRIED"
The meeting reconvened at 9:28 p.m.
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REPORTS
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report April 10, 2007.
Resolution #C-209-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the recommendation contained in Item 15 of Report #1 be approved.
"CARRIED"
OTHER BUSINESS
Resolution #C-21 0-07
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the rules of order be suspended to allow for the introduction of items of new
business at this time.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-211-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Novak
WHEREAS the public attendance at the public information centres on the short-listed
sites was evidence that residents of Clarington have a strong interest in the proposed
technologies and the site selection process;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to examine
comprehensively all the documentation prepared to date, the adequacy of the public
consultation process and to report on alternatives available to the Municipality;
THAT staff investigate the implications of a proposed waste-to-energy facility on the
Energy Business Park including the ability to attract prestige uses including offices
and research facilities;
THAT the Regions of York and Durham commit to design a waste-to-energy facility
that will not impact the health of present and future residents;
THAT the Region of Durham provide the staff of the Municipality of Clarington a
reasonable opportunity to review and comment to Clarington Council on Report
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THAT the Region of Durham agree to pay the reasonable expenses of the
Municipality of Clarington incurred with respect to all necessary studies and legal
advice required in order for the Municipality to determine its position on the proposals;
and
THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Durham,
the Regional Municipality of York and the Joint Waste Management Group.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-212-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
WHEREAS recent amendments to the Municipal Act empower municipalities to
pass by-laws to establish a Lobbyist Registry; and
WHEREAS the Council is of the opinion that a Lobbyist Registry System would
provide better transparency and accountability of all local government businesses:
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Municipality of
Clarington directs the Chief Administrative Officer, through consultation with the
Municipal Clerk and Solicitor, to develop a Lobbyist Registry System and review
and revise the Municipality's current Code of Ethics and to report back to Council
as soon as possible.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Hooper advised Council of the activities planned at the West Beach
CLOCA site for Earth Day, commencing at 9:00 a.m. He also thanked Councillor Woo
for taking part in the MS Walk this past weekend.
Councillor Foster advised of an interfaith seminar being held April 17 at Faith United in
Courtice.
Councillor Trim encouraged everyone to take part in the Municipality's Pitch-In Event
on April 28.
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April 16, 2007
BY-LAWS
Resolution #C-213-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2007-076 to 2007-80, inclusive, and that
the said by-laws be now read a first and second time.
"CARRIED"
2007 -076 Being a by-law to amend By-law 77-33, as amended, a
by-law to appoint Members to the Board of Management
for the Bowmanville Central Business Improvement Area,
and to repeal By-law 2004-065
2007 -077 Being a by-law to authorize the entering into a Licence Agreement
with Canadian National Railway Company, the owner Part of Lot
3, Broken Front Concession former Township of Darlington, now in
the Municipality of Clarington, Region of Durham and to rescind
By-law 2006-219
2007 -078 Being a By-law to authorize an agreement between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and the Regional
Municipality of Durham to continue delegating the responsibility for
administration and enforcement of the Building Code Act and the
Ontario Building Code in respect of sewage systems
2007 -079 Being a By-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of
the Municipality of Clarington and Dave Boyle Excavating Limited,
Bowmanville, Ontario, to enter into agreement for the Green Road
and Baseline Road Reconstruction, Bowmanville, Ontario
2007 -080 Being a By-law to adopt Amendment No. 55 to the Clarington
Official Plan [Dunbury Development (Green) Ltd.]
Resolution #C-214-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2007-076 to 2007-080, inclusive, be
approved.
"CARRIED"
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April 16, 2007
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-215-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2007-081 being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at this meeting held on the
16th day of April, 2007, and that the said by-law be now read a first and second time.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-216-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2007-081 be approved.
"CARRIED"
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-217-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the meeting adjourn at 9:42 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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