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Council Meeting Minutes
July 30,2007
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on July 30,2007, at 4:35 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
CouncillorW. Woo
Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Facilities Manager, Community Services Department, G. Acorn,
attended until 5:30 p.m.
Director of Engineering Services, L. Benson, attended until 5:30 p.m.
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Solicitor, D. Hefferon
Manager of Operations, F. Horvath, attended until 5:30 p.m.
Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano, attended until 5:32 p.m.
Deputy Treasurer, L. Gordon, attended until 5:30 p.m.
Fire Chief, G. Weir, attended until 5:30 p.m.
Clerk II, E. Atkinson, attended until 5:30 p.m.
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor Hooper indicated he would be stating a pecuniary interest with respect to
Report COD-043-07 (Report #1 ).
Mayor Abernethy indicated he would be stating a pecuniary interest with respect to the
delegation of Richard Ward and Correspondence Item I - 14.
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MINUTES
Resolution #C-411-07
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on June 25, 2007, and the
minutes of special meetings of Council held on June 25 and July 12, 2007, be
approved.
"CARRIED"
DELEGATIONS
Resolution #C-412-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Karen Buck, Jaison Gibson, Shirley Crago, Alexandra Bennett, Katherine Miles,
Kerry Meydam, Jim Richards, Wendy Bracken, Linda Gasser, Kathi Bracken,
Wayne Ellis, Kristin Robinson, Cathrine McKeever, Paul Andre Larose, Don Wilkinson
and Louis Bertrand be added to the list of delegations.
"CARRIED"
Mayor Abernethy stated a pecuniary interest with respect to the delegation of
Richard Ward as it relates to his election campaign expenses. Mayor Abernethy
vacated his chair and refrained from discussion and voting on this matter.
Councillor Trim chaired this portion of the meeting.
Richard Ward addressed Council concerning the compliance audits which Council has
authorized for the election campaigns of Mayor Abernethy and John Mutton.
Mr. Ward advised that he is in favour of the audit for Mayor Abernethy's campaign but
he believes that the audit of Mr. Mutton's campaign should be abandoned.
Mayor Abernethy resumed the Chair.
Karen Buck addressed Council concerning Energy From Waste and quoted from a
statement from the Netherlands regarding the effect of pollutants on human beings.
She commented that the amount of energy realized from burning waste pales in
comparison to the results that can be achieved from an aggressive recycling program.
Jaison Gibson was called but was not present.
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Shirley Crago addressed Council concerning Energy From Waste. She encouraged
members of Council to promote the '7 Rs"-Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Research,
Remove, React and Refuse. Mrs. Crago believes that if manufacturers reduced the
amount of packaging they are using we could realize an 80 to 90 percent reduction in
waste.
Kerry Meydam addressed Council concerning Energy From Waste. Ms. Meydam
advised that the decision before Council isn't an either/or choice between incineration
and landfill as 30 percent of the weight of the incinerated waste ends up in landfill as
fly ash. In fact, incineration is just disposal into the air rather than into the ground.
Ms. Meydam requested that the staff report with respect to the peer reviews of the
project be released to the public prior to the September 4 General Purpose and
Administration Committee meeting and as soon as possible.
Jim Richards addressed Council concerning the staff report with respect to the Energy
From Waste project. He indicated that by letter dated July 11 he was advised that the
report would be available to the public on July 26 but later found out that the report
had been delayed. He requested that the report be released to the public
immediately.
The remainder of the delegations were not in attendance.
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-413-07
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the
exception of Item I - 6 and I - 14.
"CARRIED"
I - 1 Minutes of the Kawartha Conservation Authority dated May 2,2007.
A01.KA (Copy attached)
I - 2 Minutes of the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee
A01.CL dated May 17, 2007. (Copy attached)
I - 3 Minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory
A01.SA Committee dated July 10,2007. (Copy attached)
I - 4 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated
A01.GA June 21,2007. (Copy attached)
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Mayor Hector Macmillan, Municipality of Trent Hills, advising the
Canadian Advocates for Tax Awareness (CAFTA) has joined forces
with the Canadian National Taxpayers Coalition (CNTC) to lobby the
Provincial Government to make changes to property tax assessment
in Ontario and encouraging Council to support the efforts of
CAFT A/CNTC in working towards the creation of a more fair and
equitable system of property taxation in Ontario.
The Honourable Mike Colle, Minister, Ministry of Citizenship and
Culture, inviting nominations for the Ontario Medal for Good
Citizenship, a program to recognize and honour Ontarians, who
through exceptional long-term effort, have made outstanding
contributions to life in their communities. Nomination forms are
available on line at http://www.citizenship.oov.on.ca/enolish/honours/
or by contacting the Ontario Honours and Awards Secretariat. The
deadline for submission is August 17, 2007.
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing News Release dated
July 6,2007, advising The Honourable John Gerretsen, Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing attended the opening of one of the
country's first Certified Local Farmers' Markets in Toronto to celebrate
the local fresh produce season and agricultural products from
Ontario's Greenbelt. The Greenbelt protects farmland so that many
present and future generations of Ontarians may enjoy foods that are
grown and raised close to home.
Garry H. Cubitt, Chief Administrative Officer, Region of Durham,
providing official notification of the Anti-lobbying clause applicable to
the July 12, 2007, release of Region of Durham RFQ 601-2007,
"Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to design, build and operate a
Thermal Treatment of Residual Waste" and advising that all inquiries,
comments, communications or concerns regarding the procurement
process must be directed to the designated Regional procurement
representative at www.reoion.durham.on.ca/purchasino:.
Concerns or questions regarding the anti-lobbying clause and its
implications to staff and elected representatives should be
directed to L. Birkett, Purchasing Manager, or R. Gallant at
robert.oallant@reoion.durham.on.ca.
Association of Municipalities of Ontario Member Communication
dated July 6,2007, announcing the Federal Government's intention to
meet with the provinces/territories and the municipal sector to
conclude agreements on the new funding programs provided in the
Federal Budget 2007, including the $8.8 billion Building Canada Fund
established to allocate infrastructure funding on a multi-year, per
capita basis.
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Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Member
Communication dated July 9, 2007, advising AMO's Local Authority
Services (LAS) is in the process of developing an Investigator Service
to examine municipal complaints received in response to Municipal
Act provisions regarding closed meeting investigations which are
scheduled to come into effect on January 1, 2008. Program details
including the process will be announced at the AMO Conference in
August.
Kawartha Conservation Summer 2007 quarterly publication - "Update
on Conservation".
Sylvia Wagg, Oshawa Cycling Club, advising of the 24th Annual
Scugog Circle Century Tour on Sunday, August 26, 2007, from
7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. All tour routes begin and end at Durham
College in Oshawa and the event is open to a maximum of 400
participants. As this is a shared road event, a road occupancy permit
is not required.
P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that
on June 30, 2007, the Region of Durham passed the following
resolution pertaining to the intersection of Darlington-Clarke Townline
Road and Concession Street/Clarke Concession 3 in the Municipality
of Clarington:
"a) THAT Report No. 2007-W-75 of the Commissioner of Works be
received for information;
b) THAT a copy of Report No. 2007-W-75 be forwarded to:
i) The Municipality of Clarington,
ii) The Durham Regional Police Services; and
iii) Eileen VanGoor, Newcastle Resident."
Resolution #C-414-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence I - 6 be referred to the Director of Engineering Services.
"CARRIED"
Mayor Abernethy stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence
Item 1- 14 as it relates to the compliance audit of his campaign expenses;
vacated his chair and refrained from discussion and voting on this matter.
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Councillor Trim chaired this portion of the meeting.
1- 14 Jeffrey L. Rohr, C.A., Laing & Rohr Chartered Accountants, accepting
C07.GR the appointment as auditors for the compliance audit of the campaign
finances of Mayor Jim Abernethy; confirming that, pursuant to
Canadian generally accepted auditing standards, they are not aware
of any relationships between any of the Nominees and themselves
that in their professional judgment may reasonably be thought to bear
on their independence; and, confirming that they are objective with
respect to the audit within the meaning of the Rules of Professional
Conduct of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario.
Resolution #C-415-07
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Item 1- 14 be received for information.
"CARRI ED"
Mayor Abernethy resumed the Chair.
CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Resolution #C-416-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda with the exception of
Items 0 - 5,0 - 6,0 - 7 and 0 - 10 to 0 - 19, inclusive.
"CARRIED"
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Brian Denney, Chief Administrative Officer, Toronto and Region
Conservation, advising pursuant to the proclamation of the Clean
Water Act 2006, and regulations effective July 3,2007, the Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) as lead source protection
authority for the Credit Valley-Toronto and Region-Central Lake
Ontario Conservation Authorities is requesting comments on the
proposed groupings of municipalities and the number of members to
be selected for each group for appointment to the CTC Source
Protection Committee and the selection process. A meeting has been
scheduled for August 1, 2007, to clarify any aspects of the proposal.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Planning Services)
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0-2 P. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising
C10.GE Council that on June 20,2007, the Region of Durham passed the
following resolution pertaining to the Regional Cycling Plan Study:
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"a) THAT Joint Report No. 2007 -J-23 of the Commissioners of
Finance, Planning and Works be received for information; and
b ) THAT Joint Report No. 2007 -J-23 be forwarded to each of the
Area Municipalities and that the area municipalities be asked to
comment on the plan and plan implementation including priorities
and financing options by October 15, 2007 and that a further
report on the plan and it's implementation be brought to a Tri-
Committee meeting before December 31,2007."
(Correspondence referred to staff)
Renee Naiman, Regional Director, and Sue Harris, Clinic Recruitment
Coordinator, Canadian Blood Services, requesting permission to fly
the Canadian Blood Services flag at Fire Stations in Bowmanville,
Courtice, Newcastle and Orono during their "Sirens for Life" summer
blood challenge from July 2, to September 1,2007.
(Request to fly the Canadian Blood
Services flag at Clarington Fire
Stations from July 2 to September 1,
2007, approved)
Association of Municipalities of Ontario Member Communication
dated June 28,2007, advising that the Ministry of Community and
Social Services has released the proposed standard for accessible
transportation, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with
Disabilities Act (AODA, 2005); advising concern has been expressed
by the transit industry that the proposed standard will be prohibitively
expensive in some jurisdictions; and, encouraging municipalities to
carry out a local analysis of the impact of the proposed standard and
to respond to the Minister through the public review process being
held between June 27,2007 and August 31,2007.
(Correspondence referred to the
Accessibility Advisory Committee)
David Climenhage, advising Council of his past experience and
knowledge concerning Energy From Waste, stating that most of the
current negative views on Energy From Waste are based on early
waste incinerators that had virtually zero pollution control equipment;
expressing his view that Energy from Waste is a much better means
of disposal than landfill noting key issues are the selection of the best
technology, making sure the operation, monitoring and reporting of
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the EFW facility are done in a way that assures that low emissions
are maintained over the life of the plant; and, attaching a copy of the
report "An Overview of Incineration and EFW Technology as Applied
to the Management of Municipal Solid Waste" by Andrew Knox,
University of Western Ontario.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Planning Services)
Deborah Bowen, Deputy Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham
advising Council that on June 19,2007, the Region of Durham
passed the following resolution pertaining to Election Signs on
Regional Road Allowances:
"THAT Report #2007 -A-38 of the Regional Solicitor be referred back
to staff with direction that a copy of the report and proposed by-law be
forwarded to the area municipalities for comment and that a further
report be presented to the Works Committee in September."
(Correspondence referred to the
Municipal Clerk)
Sheila Birrell, Town Clerk, Town of Markham, advising Council that on
June 26,2007, the Town of Markham passed the following resolution
pertaining to the York Durham EA Update and Waste Diversion
Opportunities:
"THAT the report titled, "Waste Diversion Opportunities and York
Durham EA Information" be received, and
THAT staff be directed to investigate and report back on the diversion
initiatives outlined in this report, and
THAT the Markham's Waste Management staff work with Purchasing
and Asset Management Departments to investigate and report back
on a Zero Waste procurement policy for all purchasing activities within
the Town, including financial implications, and
THAT a copy of this Report be forwarded to York Region, Durham
Region, and each of the Area Municipalities in the Regions of York
and Durham, and
THAT staff bring forward a report to provide comprehensive details on
the implementation and communication of a Zero Waste philosophy
as well as additional waste diversion opportunities to a fall meeting of
the General Committee; and
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FURTHER THAT this report include a recommendation suggesting
that the Region of York reconsider accepting blue bags for overflow
recycling waste."
Resolution #C-417 -07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Item D - 5 be referred to staff.
"CARRIED"
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John Mutton, President, Municipal Solutions, requesting an
investigation of the current provisions of By-law 84-63 concerning the
complaint process as it relates to tenanted properties; advising of the
process for filing a complaint with the Ontario Ministry of Municipal
Affairs and Housing and other municipalities; and, suggesting
changes to the municipality's by-law to incorporate current best
practices.
Resolution #C-418-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Item D - 6 be referred to the Municipal Clerk.
"CARRI ED"
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P. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising
Council that on June 20,2007, the Region of Durham passed the
following resolution pertaining to the E9-1-1 P.E.R.S. Updated
Telephone System Policy and Procedure Manual:
i) THAT the agreement for the updated E9-1-1- P.E.R.S. Telephone
System, Policy and Procedure Manual be approved;
ii) THAT the Regional Chair and Clerk be authorized to sign the
agreement; and
iii) THAT the agreement be circulated to Durham Regional Police
Services Board and area municipalities for approval and signing
of same."
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Resolution #C-419-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Item D - 7 be referred to the Director of Emergency
Services.
"CARRIED"
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United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry, advising
Council that on June 18, 2007, the United Counties of Stormont,
Dundas and Glengarry passed the following resolution pertaining to
the Farm Tax Rebate Program:
"WHEREAS the Farm Tax Rebate Program was previously fully
financed by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs of the
Province of Ontario;
AND WHEREAS the Farm Tax Rebate Program is not a local public
service but provides lower-cost foods across the Province, as well as
the economic benefit of Provincial exporting, and is truly an income-
redistributive program with Province-wide significance;
AND WHEREAS Rural areas do not have access to the lucrative
commercial and industrial assessment and are being further
penalized by being forced to absorb the loss of 75% of the taxation
revenue on their farmland and managed forest properties;
AND WHEREAS the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF)
provides some municipalities with a fraction of their lost property
taxation, leaving municipalities absorbing the majority of the cost of
the farm tax rebate program;
AND WHEREAS the lost revenue to the municipalities is being
absorbed by all properties within the individual municipality,
increasing local tax rates and resulting in the local community
(including farmlands and managed forest properties) paying for their
own farm tax rebate program;
AND WHEREAS the Province's battle with the Federal Government
for proper financial arrangements was highlighted by the phrase "It's
time for fairness for all Canadians"; Rural Ontarians are asking for the
same fairness;
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AND WHEREAS removing the Farmland and Managed Forest
Component from the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund and
establishing it as a separate program would be more appropriate
since funding would be fair, easily calculated and would not be
impacted by other components of the current OMPF calculations; and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Province of Ontario be
requested to separate the Farmland and Managed Forest component
from the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund; and, establish a
separate and distinct Provincial funding program with 100%
reimbursement to municipalities of their annual lost property tax
revenue on farmland and managed forest properties.
AND FURTHER that this resolution be forwarded to the Minister of
Finance, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing, local MPPs, Eastern Ontario Wardens'
Caucus, all Ontario municipalities and any other individual or
association as deemed appropriate."
Resolution #C-420-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item D - 10 be referred to the Agricultural Advsiory
Committee.
"CARRIED"
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Allan Hewitt, Chair, Clarington Public Library Board, advising Council
that on June 27, 2007, the Library Board passed the following
resolution pertaining to a name change for the Clarke Branch of the
Clarington Public Library:
"THAT the Library Board request consideration from the Municipal
Council for a name change from the Clarke Branch to the Orono
Branch, Clarington Public Library, effective in the Fall, 2007."
The proposed name change will revert the name back to its original
library name and is consistent with the naming of the other branches
of the Clarington Public Library, reflecting the location in which the
library is situated.
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Resolution #C-421-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Item 0 - 11 from Allan Hewitt, Chair, Clarington Public
Library Board requesting a name change for the Clarke Branch of the Clarington
Public Library, be received;
THAT the name of the Clarke Branch be changed to Orono Branch, Clarington
Public Library effective in the Fall, 2007; and
THAT Allan Hewitt and Edie Hopkins, Library Director be advised of Council's
decision.
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J. R. McLachlan, Clerk-Administrator, Municipality of Huron East,
advising Council that on June 5, 2007, the Municipality of Huron East
passed the following resolution pertaining to the current process and
time delays in obtaining Certificates of Approval and Permits to Take
Water:
"Council of the Municipality of Huron East forward a letter to the
Ministry of the Environment with a copy to the local Member of
Provincial Government outlining the frustration of the municipality to
meet timelines to have the municipal water system up to the
provincial standards and the delays the municipality receives in
obtaining Ministry approvals in order to carry out amendments to the
C of A's or Permits to Take Water and circulate to all municipalities."
Resolution #C-422-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item 0 - 12 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
0- 13 Corrie-Jo Caporale, Council Secretary, City of Greater Sudbury,
C10.GE advising Council that the City of Greater Sudbury passed the
following resolution pertaining to Bill 150:
"WHEREAS on October 17, 2006, a private members bill (Bill 150)
requesting the Ontario minimum wage be increased to $10.00/hour
was tabled in the Ontario Legislature;
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AND WHEREAS Ontario has 15% of its population living below the
poverty level;
AND WHEREAS Statistics Canada reports that close to 40% of
people in Sudbury work in private service jobs, and that at least 25%
of all jobs in Sudbury are low-wage;
AND WHEREAS Citizens in the City of Greater Sudbury would be
amongst the main beneficiaries if Bill 150 is enacted as the number of
people living below the poverty level would be reduced if the minimum
wage was increased to $10.00 and more residents could spend more
in local businesses boosting the local economy;
AND WHEREAS because small businesses must already
competitively pay their employees to retain them, a $10.00/hour
minimum wage would not adversely affect the small business sector;
AND WHEREAS many local organizations are supporting Bill 150,
including the Sudbury and District Labour Council, The Social
Planning Council of Sudbury, and The Sudbury Action Centre for
Youth;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the City of
Greater Sudbury, in the spirit of social justice and in recognition of
government's basic role to protect those citizens in our society who
are most vulnerable and in need, hereby endorses provincial Bill 150
and petitions Queen's Park to enact Bill 150. The Bill would raise the
minimum wage to $10.00/hour immediately and not by 2010 as
outlined in the spring 2007 Ontario budget;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT copies of this motion be
forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Labour, the
Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing, and to Sudbury area
Members of Provincial parliament;
AND THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT this
resolution be sent to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for
distribution and support from all municipalities in Ontario."
Resolution #C-423-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item D - 13 be referred to the Clarington Board of
Trade.
"CARRIED"
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J. P. Dutra, Executive Director, Industry Task Force II on 2,4-D
Research Data, advising the Pest Management Regulatory Agency of
Health Canada has released the Proposed Acceptability for
Continued Registration (PACR) for the Agriculture, Forestry, Aquatic
and Industrial Site uses of 2,4-D; advising PMRA is proposing
changes that may be of interest to agricultural or other user groups;
and, encouraging interested parties to examine the PACR and
provide feedback by August 18, 2007.
Resolution #C-424-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item D - 14 be referred to the Agricultural Advisory
Committee.
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Peter Julian, MP, Burnaby-New Westminster, requesting support of
the following motion, tabled in the 38th Parliament, seeking to ban the
production and importation of products containing additive PBDEs,
chemicals used as flame retardants in furniture, textiles, and
household electronics:
"THAT, in the opinion of the House, the government should recognize
that fire retardants containing polybrominated diphenyl ethers
(PBDEs) are proven to be the most dangerous form of flame retardant
harmful to people, animals and the environment, and that legislation
completely phasing out the production and import of products
containing additive PBDEs should be brought forth within a year."
Support of the motion has been received to date from the
International Association of Fire Fighters and over 20 municipalities in
British Columbia.
Resolution #C-425-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence D - 15 be received for information.
"CARRI ED"
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Denis Kelly, Regional Clerk, York Region, advising Council that on
June 21,2007, the Region of York passed the following resolution
pertaining to Toronto Pearson International Airport and Proposed
Pickering Airport:
"WHEREAS on March 30, 2007 the Greater Toronto Airport Authority
(GTM) made a presentation to York Region Council on the status of
airport travel demand to and from Pearson International Airport as
well as the need for fair and equitable rents at the airport, and the
increasing demand for a Regional Airport System in the Greater
Toronto Area (GTA);
AND WHEREAS from 2002 to 2005 the GTM hosted and facilitated
regularly scheduled inter-municipal meetings for the proposed
Pickering Airport. Regional staff and local municipal staff from the
Town of Markham and Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville participated in
the Pickering Advisory Committee, Community Communications
Working Group, and Government Affairs Working Group meetings
facilitated by the GT AA;
AND WHEREAS Regional Planning staff have reported to Council on
the milestone events for the proposed Pickering Airport (Clause 7,
Report NO.4 of the Planning and Economic Development Committee
2005, Clause 7, Report NO.7 of the Planning and Economic
Development Committee 2003);
AND WHEREAS the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and York Region
are experiencing significant population and employment growth that
requires additional air transportation capacity and services to meet
forecasts set out in the Provincial "Places to Grow" Plan;
AND WHEREAS Pearson International Airport has a finite capacity
that will be reached between 2008 and 2030 and there is a significant
need to enhance airport capacity and service particularly within the
GT A east area, specifically the potential development of Pickering
Airport;
AND WHEREAS airports and airport services provide significant
economic and community benefits by generating jobs, attracting new
businesses, and increasing assessment growth;
AND WHEREAS the Federal Government is responsible for airport
development, regulations and levying fair and equitable rents;
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IT IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED THAT:
1. a) The Federal Government be strongly urged to initiate the
Federal Environmental Assessment process for the proposed
Pickering Airport to ensure its timely completion; and,
b) The Federal Government be advised that York Region
supports fair and equitable rents for airports, specifically
Pearson International.
2. A copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Federal
Government, Transport Canada, the Greater Toronto Airports
Authority, Region of Durham, Durham Region Local
Municipalities, York Region Local Municipalities and the Province
of Ontario."
Resolution #C-426-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item D - 16 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
D - 17 City of Owen Sound advising Council that on July 10, 2007, the City
C10.GE of Owen Sound passed the following resolution pertaining to Court
Security Costs:
"WHEREAS Consolidated Court costs have put huge demands on
local host municipal Police Services to provide security and pay 100%
of the costs, and
WHEREAS the Consolidated Court is used by the entire surrounding
community and even by those further a field with its local municipal
taxpayers responsible for paying for security, and
WHEREAS a Consolidated Court could be used for a 'change of
venue' trial from outside their jurisdiction which would require the local
municipal taxpayer responsible to pay for security, and
WHEREAS the Province of Ontario is the only Canadian Province or
Territory not paying for Court Security, and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Provincial Government
fulfill its responsibility and pay for 100% of Court Security costs, and
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THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Association of Municipalities
of Ontario for full distribution to all upper and lower tier municipalities,
the Ontario Association of Police Services Boards for distribution to all
Police Services Boards, the M.P.P., the Leader of the Opposition
Party and the Premier of Ontario seeking support of this issue."
Resolution #C-427 -07
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item D - 17 be received; and
THAT the resolution from the City of Owen Sound with respect to Court Costs
be endorsed in principle.
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Catherine Sampson, Trillium Morgan Horse Farm, Trillium Equine
Complex, writing to Lieutenant Paul Finnemore, Air Force Public
Affairs, Mayor Abernethy and Martha Rutherford-Conrad, Chair, 175th
Orono Celebrations Committee, providing a personal assessment of
the events of June 30, 2007, Orono 175 Year Celebrations - Fly By
which had tragic consequences for her farm; expressing concern with
inadequate notice provided regarding the F-18 fly by; requesting
compensation for veterinary bills incurred; requesting a ban from fly
bys in the future where it involves agricultural and residential lands;
and requesting an apology.
Resolution #C-428-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item D - 18 be referred to the Director of Finance/
Treasurer and to the Chief Administrative Officer.
D - 19
P09.GE
"CARRI ED"
Vanessa Hughes, Public Affairs Manager, Ontario Power Generation,
requesting Council's support of OPG's application to the Canadian
Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) for a five-year licence to bring
into operation the Darlington Waste Management Facility. The facility
will provide safe, interim storage for Darlington's used fuel while long-
term management programs are put in place by the Canadian
Government. The deadline for submissions is August 13, 2007.
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Resolution #C-429-07
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the Municipality of Clarington, as a municipal stakeholder in community
partnership with Ontario Power Generation, support the licensing applications of
the Darlington Waste Management facility.
"CARRI ED"
MOTION
NOTICE OF MOTION
REPORTS
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report July 30, 2007
Councillor Hooper stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Report COD-043-07 and
refrained from voting on the adoption of Report #1. Councillor Hooper indicated that
he is a client of the firm which is the subject of the report.
Resolution #C-430-07
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of July 30,2007, be
approved.
"CARRIED"
Report #2 - Verbal Report of the Solicitor - Legal Matter
Report #3 - Verbal Report of the Solicitor - Legal Matter
Resolution #C-431-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the meeting be "closed" in order to consider Reports #2 and #3 and Confidential
Report COD-028-07.
"CARRIED"
Report #3 (Verbal Report of the Solicitor regarding a legal matter) was withdrawn from
the agenda.
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The meeting resumed in open session at 8: 17 p.m.
Mayor Abernethy stated a pecuniary interest with respect to the delegation of Richard
Ward; vacated his chair and refrained from voting on the subject matter. The subject
of Mr. Ward's delegation is the compliance audit of Mayor Abernethy's election
campaign.
Councillor Trim chaired the remainder of the meeting.
Resolution #C-432-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the actions taken during the "closed" session of Council be ratified.
"CARRIED"
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-433-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the delegations of Richard Ward, Karen Buck, Shirley Crago, Kerry Meydam
and Jim Richards be received with thanks.
"CARRI ED"
OTHER BUSINESS
There were no items of discussion under this section of the agenda.
BY-LAWS
Resolution #C-434-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2007-171 to 2007-182, inclusive, and
that the said by-laws be now read a first and second time.
"CARRIED"
2007-171
Being a by-law to authorize entering into an Amending Agreement
with the Owners of Plan of Subdivision 18T-96013 and any
Mortgagee whom has an interest in the said lands, and the
Corporation of the Municipality in respect of 18T -96013 (The
Kaitlin Group Ltd.)
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2007-172 Being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington
(Hybridyne Power System Canada)
2007-173 Being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning by-law of the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle
(Prestonvale Heights)
2007-174 Being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of
Newcastle (Black Creek Developments Ltd.)
2007 -175 Being a by-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement of
Understanding between the Corporation of the Municipality of
Clarington and 708545 Ontario Limited (Geranium Homes) for the
purpose of filling a future development site in the Emily Stowe
Neighbourhood
2007 -176 Being a by-law to appoint an individual as a Parking Enforcement
Officer for Private Property
2007 -177 Being a by-law to appoint individuals as a Parking Enforcement
Officers for Private Property
2007-178 Being a by-law imposing special annual drainage rates upon land
in respect of which money is borrowed under the Tile Drainage
Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.T.8
2007 -179 Being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of
the Municipality of Clarington and Futuresign Multimedia Displays
Inc., Aurora, Ontario, in respect of the Marketing, Sale of Space
and Production of Rink Board Signs for the Garnet B. Rickard
Complex, Darlington Arena and South Courtice Arena
2007 -180 Being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of
the Municipality of Clarington and Canadian Tech Air Systems,
Scarborough, Ontario, to enter into agreement for the
Replacement of the Rooftop HVAC Equipment at Garnet B.
Rickard Recreation Complex
2007 -181 Being a By-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of
the Municipality of Clarington and CB Richard Ellis Limited,
Toronto, Ontario, to enter into an agreement for Consulting
Services, DurhamNork Energy From Waste Environmental
Assessment Study
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2007-182 Being a By-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of
the Municipality of Clarington and Pepsi Bottling Group,
Fraserville, Ontario, to enter into agreement for the supply of
concession beverages
Resolution #C-435-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2007-171 to 2007-182, inclusive, be
approved.
"CARRIED"
Mayor Abernethy and Councillor Hooper stated pecuniary interests earlier in the
meeting and refrained from voting on the confirming by-law.
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-436-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2007-183 being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at this meeting held on the
30th day of July, 2007, and that the said by-law be now read a first and second time.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-437-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2007-183 be approved.
"CARRIED"
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-438-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:23 p.m.
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