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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/04/2007 Q!l!pn General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 Minutes of a meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on Tuesday, September 4,2007 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. 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 Director of Community SeNices, J. Caruana Manager of Transportion & Design, L. Benson Director of Planning SeNices, D. Crome Director of Operations, F. HONath Director of Corporate SeNices, M. Marano Director of Finance. N. Taylor Fire Chief, Emergency SeNices, G. Weir Deputy Clerk, A. Greentree Clerk II, E. Atkinson Mayor Abernethy chaired this portion of the meeting. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated for this meeting. MINUTES Resolution #GPA-501-07 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee minutes of the regular meeting held on July 30,2007, be approved. CARRIED General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 PRESENTATIONS Steven Rowe addressed the Committee regarding the Gap Analysis of EA Process and Site Selection Peer Review. Steven reviewed for the Committee how the process has been conducted to date and in particular, the site selection process. Mr. Rowe gave a brief description of the six sites that were on the short list and mentioned that two out of the six have been removed from the list. He stated that Durham Region and York Region are working together under the EA Act to identify a treatment process for dealing with waste and the entire process must be in accordance with the Terms of Reference. He acknowledged that the Terms of Reference has some flexibility in them. He spoke briefly regarding the two types of thermal technology that the Regions may be considering; being mass burning and gasification or plasma arc. Mr. Rowe stated that all Planning issues should be resolved before the site selection is finalized and all information should be made available for the public to review. Mr. Rowe explained that his report is "Interim" because further information is required before a final report can be submitted. Mr. Rowe also stated that when the EA formal review is prepared and submitted, it should be transparent, logical and easily understood. Mr. Rowe expressed the following concerns; there appears to be no constraint on the size of the site which may lead to further site size development; the site selection should be chosen after the technology selection; there was no direct contact with the Federal or Provincial governments; site 4 in Clarington; there appears to be preference to larger sites; lack of clarity regarding airports. Mr. Rowe concluded by stating that the Clarington Team will continue to work with the Region and report back to Council as required. Stacey Fernandes from SENES Consulting Limited spoke to the Committee regarding the Peer Review of Generic Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessment. Ms. Fernandes advised the Committee that an Environmental Risk Assessment is comprised of two components, one being Human Health Risk Assessment (HHRA) and the other Ecological Risk Assessment (ERA) and she provided an explanation on the basic approach for these assessments. She provided a summary of HHRA using variable people and situations as well as a summary on ERA using different animals, mammals and birds. Ms. Fernandes spoke briefly regarding the guidelines set out in the M.O.E's A7 which establishes minimum emission standards. Ms. Fernandes reported: site specific evaluations will be required; the aquatic environment concerns may be overcome with site specific controls; she believes that Jacques Whitford's findings conform with Risk Assessment guidelines and that he was conseNative in his approach. She cautioned that the Halton findings should be kept in context. She also recommends that it would be prudent to collect baseline data for priority pollutants such as dioxins. Ms. Fernandes would like to see a plain language summary be provided to the public as well as a detailed one for those who want it, believes that transparency in the process should be improved and discussion on nano-particles should be published. Ms. Fernandes confirms that she is confident in the peer review. .2- General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 Dr. Tony Van der Vooren, AMEC Consultant spoke to the Committee regarding Air Quality aspects of Generic Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessment as well as Site Selection segment of the DurhamlYork Residual Waste EA. Dr. Tony Van der Vooren addressed the criteria required and gave recommendations regarding site and technology selection. He advised that it is pertinent that Clarington makes sure that all commitments are met prior to the M.O.E issuing a license to operate/certificate of approval. He feels that all air quality assessments should be included; including background emissions as well (i.e. St. Mary's Cement, O.P.G, G.M.) and that if the site is chosen before the technology then two alternate sites should be carried just in case the technology chosen does not suit the selected site. Dr. Van der Vooren also stated the all key risk contaminants need to be considered for the life of the incinerator, and all background emissions now and in the future need to be considered as well. He advised the Committee that if they choose to be a willing host they should make sure that the Region chooses the best technology, not just technology which meets the minimum standards. AGENDA ALTERATIONS Resolution #GPA-502-07 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Agenda be altered to remove Suzanne McCrimmon, Kathi Bracken, Frank Lochart, Delbert Grills, Kerry Meydam, Kim Gavine and Kristen Robinson from the list of delegations. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-503-07 Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the Agenda be altered to add Steve Tharme, Chester Mills, Bernadine Power, Glenda Gies and Harold Larter to the list of delegations. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-504-07 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow Steve Conway to be added to the list of delegations. CARRIED - 3 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 Resolution #GPA-505-07 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the Agenda order be altered to hold the Public Meetings before the delegations. CARRIED RECESS Resolution #GPA-506-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Committee recess for 5 minutes. CARRIED The meeting resumed at 9:24 p.m. Councillor Novak chaired this portion of the Meeting. PUBLIC MEETING (a) Subject: Applicant: Report: Application to Amend Zoning By-Law William and Jean Kimball PSD-094-07 Bob Russell, Planner, Planning SeNices Department provided a verbal report supported by a PowerPoint presentation pertaining to Report PSD-094-07. No one spoke in opposition to or support of Report PSD-094-07. William and Jean Kimball, applicants, were present and advised that they support the recommendations contained in Report PSD-094-07. (b) Subject: Application to Amend the Clarington Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Durham Church Network PSD-095-07 Applicant: Report: Bob Russell, Planner, Planning SeNices Department provided a verbal report supported by a PowerPoint presentation pertaining to Report PSD-095-07. Greg Quinlan, resident of Oshawa, spoke in opposition to the application contained in Report PSD-095-07. Mr. Quinlan stated that the area is nice and quiet now and he feels that if a Church is built along with playing fields and a parking lot it will upset the harmony in the area. -4- General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 Craig Dalley, resident of Oshawa, spoke in opposition to the application contained in Report PSD-095-07. Mr. Dalley is concerned with the entrances and exits to the proposed parking lots. Traffic is already a problem in this area and the parking lots will just add to this. Mr. Dalley feels that the street is narrow and can not accommodate additional traffic in both directions. He believes the entrances and exits should be from Taunton Road. Jeff Vander-Cruysen addressed the Committee regarding traffic concerns. Mr. Vander-Cruysen stated that he would like to see retaining walls on the playing fields and he would like to see the building plan for the Church. Mr. Vander-Cruysen enquired if the Church is leaning towards a commercial style building, rather than a traditional-styled church, and if so, could it be sold for commercial use in the future. He further enquired if any possible turning lane could affect his property. No one spoke in support of Report PSD-095-07. Ericka van Putten from Tunney Planning Inc. and the applicant, Mr. David Fowler were present to answer any questions. They are in support of the recommendations contained in Report PSD-095-07. Ms. van Putten advised the Committee that the entrances and exits for the parking lots will be off of Fisces Rd. and the playing fields will be to the south of the parking lots. She advised that building plans will be available at the site plan stage of the application process. The Applicant also stated that the building will look more like a community centre and the site does not have dual zoning and they will not be asking for the site to be rezoned for commercial use. Ms. van Putten stated that the land was deemed as unusable farm land because it is too small. (c) Subject: Applicant: Report: Application to Amend Zoning By-Law 84-63 Hybridyne Power System Canada PSD-096-07 David Crome, Director of Planning SeNices Department, provided a verbal report supported by a PowerPoint presentation pertaining to Report PSD-096-07. Mr. Kevin Arbour, resident of Newcastle, spoke on behalf of the area residents in opposition to the application contained in Report PSD-096-07. Mr. Arbour provided a PowerPoint presentation showing the trails that are currently being used by the residents at the site. He also provided information in regards to the wildlife that resides on the land. Mr. Arbour's opinion is that the land would be best suited for wildlife habitat and light outdoor recreation. He requested that the Municipality include the subject lands in the Natural Heritage System and re-zone it as an Environmental Protection Area and/or permanent Green Space. He also asked that the Committee recommend that the Municipality enter into an agreement with the land owner to either assume a 20 year lease, negotiate a land swapping settlement, or purchase the land outright to maintain this area for future generations. No one spoke in support of Report PSD-096-07. - 5 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 The applicant was present and offered to answer any questions to address the concerns brought forth. Mr. Thomas Cleland, on behalf of the applicant, informed the Committee that the species of animals found on the subject lands are not unique to the area and the existing trees will be transplanted to the buffer areas. He believes the proposed use to be consistent with existing permitted use. Mayor Abernethy chaired this portion of the meeting. DELEGATIONS Matthew Johnston from Weston Consulting addressed the Committee and advised that he was in support of the recommendations contained in Report PSD-101-07. Harold Larter advised the Committee that he did not received notification in regards to Report PSD-101-07 until late Friday, therefore he did not have time to prepare his presentation. Mr. Larter requested that he be allowed to make his presentation before Council on September 10, 2007. Jaison Gibson addressed the Committee regarding Durham/York Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Mr. Gibson stated that he feels that we must protect the earth and the environment. He commented on global development and believes that our society urgently needs a shared vision of ethical values and a sustainable way of life. The 3 R's should be in both production and consumption and we should be assured that the end product can be assimilated into the environment at the end of its life cycle. David Climenhage addressed the Committee regarding the DurhamlYork Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Mr. Climenhage spoke in favour of incineration. He feels that most of the data and technology is outdated. Mr. Climenhage feels that the emissions are greater from landfills when compared to incinerators, up to 5 times higher, and that incinerators will not interfere with recycling. He would like to have the Committee make sure that the facility would be modern and be a state of the art facility with the lowest possible emissions standards. Karen Buck addressed the Committee regarding the Durham/York Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Ms. Buck congratulated the Committee regarding the use of water jugs and glasses as opposed to water bottles. Ms. Buck feels that the greatest impact from an incinerator is in the 1 - 20 km range and that it is important to understand the decisions being made regarding incineration. She believes the health study should include cumulative impacts and does not believe it is a fair comparison between landfill and Energy from Waste. She also suggested that the World Health Organization should be aiming for zero emissions. - 6 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 Dave Renauld spoke to the Committee regarding the DurhamlYork Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Mr. Renauld discussed the EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) program, having the producers take back spent products. He would like to see the Region work towards a zero waste program instead of incineration. Mr. Renauld suggested the proposed site could be used for solar fields and questioned why the nano-particles are not being discussed. Shirley Crago spoke to the Committee regarding Durham/York Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Ms. Crago concerns are that Clarington cannot afford to subsidize the GTA, Northumberland, York Region and other municipalities and would like to see more rigorous recycling considered instead of the incineration. She expressed concerns that the construction of an Energy from Waste facility could negatively impact the value of her property. Jim Richards was present but declined to address the Committee. Linda Gasser addressed the Committee regarding Durham/York Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Ms. Gasser expressed concerns regarding the technology that will be chosen for the incinerator (mass burning) and the site selection process because it appears that all short-listed sites are located in Clarington. She believes it critical for the public to review and comment on all of the reports. Ms. Gasser encouraged the Committee to support staff recommendations 2 & 3 in the Report. Paul-Andre Larose addressed to the Committee regarding Durham/York Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Mr. Larose specifically addressed the lack of information on the waste treatment options, the risks, and the exposures of substances to the air and water. Mr. Larose feels that all the citizens will be unwilling hosts to the substances that they will be carrying in their bodies due to emissions from incineration. Mr. Larose stated that if the presentation of scientific evidence is powerless, then the Municipality should resort to the legal system to ensure protection of health. Don Wilkinson addressed the Committee regarding Durham/York Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Mr. Wilkinson stated that he feels that the situation has become a media crisis and we should not rush into anything. He would like to see the bar raised in regards to recycling and feels that Durham Region and the Municipality of Clarington are suffering from tunnel vision in regards to the incineration process. Mr. Wilkinson stated that if an incineration is built in Clarington, people will not want to live here and have their families exposed to the toxic emissions. -7- General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 Resolution #GPA-507-096 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the Committee recess for 15 minutes. CARRIED The meeting resumed at 12:12 a.m. September 5,2007. Resolution GPA #508-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Agenda be altered to allow Debra Jefferson and Wendy Bracken to exchange positions in the speakers order. CARRIED Cathrine McKeever addressed the Committee regarding Durham/York Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Ms. McKeever had concerns regarding the distribution of reports. She believes that she was being left out of the distribution because she is in favour of the incineration. Ms. Keever mentioned that some of the consultant reviews and attachments #6, #7 and #8 to Report PSD-097-07 lacked clarity. Katherine Miles was called but was not present. Debra Jefferson addressed the Committee regarding DurhamlYork Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Dr. Jefferson submitted a petition signed by physicians, who provide medical care to the residents of Clarington, requesting that Clarington Council advise the Region that the Municipality will not be a willing host for the proposed incinerator facility. Wayne Ellis was called but not present. Alexandra Bennett addressed the Committee regarding Durham/York Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Ms. Bennett spoke about the lack of regulations regarding the measurements of nano-particles size and the fact that there is no safe dose. She believes that the measurement of nano-particles stated by Stacey Fernandes, earlier in the meeting, was way off and Ms. Bennett expressed her calculations. Barry Bracken addressed the Committee regarding Durham/York Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Mr. Bracken thanked the Committee for requesting and demanding an independent peer review of the EA process. Mr. Bracken asked that the Committee recommend that all the shortcomings and suggestions identified in the peer reviews be addressed satisfactorily and that the incineration be designed to facilitate the disposal of Durham Region's garbage only, with the possible exception to 20,000 tons from York Region. Mr. Bracken expressed concerns over the size of the proposed - 8 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 facility and does not want Clarington to become the next Michigan. Mr. Bracken would like the Municipality of Clarington to say no to incineration and no to being a willing host if the terms requested can not be met. Wendy Bracken addressed the Committee regarding Durham/York Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. She thanked staff for all their hard work regarding public concerns on incineration issues. Ms. Bracken is concerned that the Generic Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessment Study did not provide a sufficient level of detailed information to accurately asses the health and environmental effects of thermal treatment. Ms. Bracken is disappointed with the Peer Review performed by SENES. She recommended that an epidemiology assessment be conducted. Ms. Bracken still feels that not all waste alternatives were fully explored and would like to have Clarington Council declare themselves as unwilling hosts to any incinerator/thermal treatment facility. Steve Tharme was called but was not present. Chester Miles was called but was not present. Bernadine Power was called but was not present. Steve Conway, a Courtice resident, addressed the Committee regarding Durham/York Residual Waste, Report PSD-097-07. Mr. Conway feels that the Municipality is not doing enough to keep the environment clean, and they should look at other options. Mr. Conway stated that the technology of incineration is better now than it was years ago but still is not the way to go. He expressed concerns regarding the increase in taxes and the acceptable limits regarding chemical emissions. Councillor Novak chaired this portion of the meeting. PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT PROPOSED ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TO FACILITATE THE SEVERANCE OF A HAMLET RESIDENTIAL LOT APPLICANT: WILLIAM AND JEAN KIMBALL Resolution #GPA-509-07 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Report PSD-094-07 be received; - 9 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 THAT the application submitted by William and Jean Kimball for Zoning By-law Amendment, be referred back to staff for further processing and the preparation of a subsequent report following the receipt of the hydrogeological report; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-094-07 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED PROPOSED OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENTS TO PERMIT A PLACE OF WORSHIP, ASSOCIATED DAY CARE FACILITIES, PARKING LOT AND PLAYING FIELDS APPLICANT: THE DURHAM CHURCH NETWORK Resolution #GPA-51 0-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Report PSD-095-07 be received; THAT the applications submitted by The Durham Church Network for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, be referred back to Staff for further processing and the preparation of a subsequent report following the receipt of the outstanding agency comments; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-095-07 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED SOLAR ENERGY GENERATION FACILITY APPLICANT: HYBRIDYNE POWER SYSTEM CANADA Resolution #GPA-511-07 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT Report PSD-096-07 be received; THAT the application for Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA 2007-0035) submitted by Hybridyne Power System Canada to change the zoning category of 10.5 acres land from "Agricultural (A) Zone" to "Agricultural Exception Zone A-80" to allow the proposed solar energy generation facility be approved and that the By-law contained in Attachment 2 to Report PSD-096-07 be passed; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-096-07 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED -10 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 UPDATE ON MUNICIPAL PEER REVIEW OF THE DURHAMIYORK RESIDUAL WASTE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Resolution #GPA-512-07 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Report PSD-097-07 be received; THAT Section 3.3 and Attachments 6 and 8A to Report PSD-097-07 be approved as the Municipality of Clarington's comments, to date, for the Site Selection segment of the EA process; THAT Section 3.4 and Attachments 7 and 8B of Report PSD-09707 be approved as the Municipality of Clarington's comments, to date, on the Generic Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessment, a component of the EA process; THAT Clarington request that the Region provide the other reports; including the Traffic Impact Analysis, Archeological Assessment, Air and Groundwater Monitoring, Environmental Impact Study; Land Use, Infrastructure and SeNicing Assessments; with sufficient time given to the Municipality and others to review and comment, prior to completing their analysis and selecting a preferred site; THAT a copy of Report PSD-097-07 be forwarded to the Region of Durham, the Region of York and Ministry of Environment; and THAT all interested parties, including the Regions of York and Durham, and the Joint Waste Management Committee, be notified of Council's decision. CARRIED MONITORING OF THE DECISIONS OF THE COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT FOR THE MEETINGS OF JULY 26 AND AUGUST 16, 2007 Resolution #GPA-513-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Report PSD-098-07 be received; - 11 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 THAT Council concurs with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made on July 26, and August 16, 2007 for Applications A2007-0036, A2007-0038, A2007-0039, A2007-0041 through A2007-0044 inclusive and that staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment; and THAT Council concurs that an appeal of the decision made by the Committee of Adjustment on July 26,2007 for application A2007-0040 was not warranted. CARRIED MINOR VARIANCE TO SIGN BY-LAW 97-157 APPLICANT: TERREN'S WELLNESS CENTRE, ORONO Resolution #GPA-514-07 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Report PSD-099-07 be received; THAT the application for Minor Variance to the Municipality of Clarington Sign By-law 97-157, submitted by Terren's Wellness Centre, to permit an increase in the number of permitted signs from one permanent sign to three permanent signs be approved; THAT the portion of the application to permit a temporary, A-board sign for a period of up to twelve months before a new permit must be issued, be denied; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-099-07 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED PROPOSED REGIONAL OFFICAL PLAN AMENDMENT - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PLANS Resolution #GPA-515-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT Report PSD-100-07 be received; THAT the Regional Municipality of Durham be requested to revise proposed policy 14.5.3 (as shown in bold) to read as follows: "That the Region's participation in the implementation of an area municipal Community Improvement Plan shall be restricted to projects that contribute to achieving the goals of the Regional Official Plan for Regional Centres and Regional Corridors, Employment Areas, and Waterfront Places in accordance with policies 8.1.8 and 8.1.12, - 12 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 8.1.15 to 8.1.17 and 10C respectively. These elements of the Urban System are planned as mixed-use residential, commercial, employment areas, and people places and are recognized as the focal point of urban activities"; THAT the criteria for the Region's proposed Revitalization Program be developed to consider economic diversification and job creation objectives as part of the criteria; and THAT a copy of Report PSD-100-07 be forwarded to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the Region of Durham Planning Department. CARRIED MINUTES OF SETTLEMENT FOR REZONING AND DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION APPLICATIONS TO PERMIT MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL USES APPLICANT: FIRST-TECH MECHANICAL SYSTEMS INC., MARIA WULCZYN, AND PERCY NAPPER Resolution #GPA-516-07 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Abernethy THAT Report PSD-101-07 be received; THAT the draft Minutes of Settlement between First-Tech Mechanical Systems Inc., Maria Wulczyn, and Percy Napper and the Municipality of Clarington contained in Attachment 2 to Report PSD-101-07, be approved; THAT the By-law contained in Attachment 3 to Report PSD-1 01-07, to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute Minutes of Settlement between First-Tech Mechanical Systems Inc., Maria Wulczyn, and Percy Napper and the Municipality of Clarington, substantially in the form of the draft Minutes of Settlement contained in Attachment 2 to Report PSD-101-07, be passed; THAT the Municipality's Solicitor and Staff be authorized to present the Minutes of Settlement to the Ontario Municipal Board to request the Board to approve the Zoning By-law Amendment, the Conditions of Draft Approval, and the Land Division Conditions attached to the Minutes of Settlement; and THAT the Ontario Municipal Board and all interested parties listed in Report PSD-1 01-07 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED - 13 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 MINUTES OF SETTLEMENT FOR APPEAL TO AMENDED CONDITIONS OF DRAFT APPROVED PLAN OF SUBDIVISION HEADGATE DEVELOPMENTS INC. Resolution #GPA-517-07 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Report PSD-102-07 be received; THAT the draft Minutes of Settlement between Headgate Developments Inc. and the Municipality of Clarington contained in Attachment 2 to Report PSD-1 02-07, be approved; THAT the By-law contained in Attachment 3 to Report PSD-102-07 to authorize the Mayor and Clerk, to execute Minutes of Settlement between Headgate Developments Inc. and the Municipality of Clarington, substantially in the form of the draft Minutes of Settlement contained in Attachment 2 to Report PSD-102-07, be passed; THAT the Municipality's Solicitor and Staff be authorized to present the Minutes of Settlement to the Ontario Municipal Board to request the Board to approve the amendments to the Conditions of Draft Approval attached to the Minutes of Settlement; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-102-07 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED SOURCE WATER PROTECTION REGIONS AND COMMITTEES Resolution #GPA-518-07 Moved by Mayor Abernethy, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Report PSD-103-07 be received; THAT Faye Langmaid, Manager of Special Projects and Mayor Abernethy be appointed to the Municipal Working Group for the Ganaraska area within the Trent ConseNation Coalition Source Protection Region; THAT Durham Region and Ganaraska Region ConseNation Authority be sent copies of Report PSD-103-07; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-103-07 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED - 14 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 Councillor Foster chaired this portion of the meeting. ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT ON BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY FOR JULY, 2007 Resolution #GPA-519-07 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Mayor Abernethy THAT Report EGD-050-07 be received for information. CARRIED OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda. EMERGENCY AND FIRE SERVICES DEPARTMENT There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda. Councillor Robinson chaired this portion of the meeting. COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT HYDRO ONE NETWORKS INC. - CAPITAL COST RECOVERY AGREEMENT, NEWCASTLE & DISTRICT RECREATION COMPLEX Resolution #GPA-520-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Report CSD-012-07 be received; and THAT the Mayor and Municipal Clerk be authorized to execute the Capital Cost Recovery Agreement between the Municipality and Hydro One Networks Inc. contained as Attachment #1 to Report CSD-012-07. CARRIED - 15 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 LAKERIDGE HEALTH OSHAWA CARDIOVASCULAR AND REHABILITATION PROGRAM Resolution #GPA-521-07 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Abernethy THAT Report CSD-013-07 be received; THAT Council endorse an extension to the agreement between the Municipality of Clarington and Lakeridge Health Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation Program; and THAT Mr. Paul Sawyer of Lakeridge Health be informed of Council's decision. CARRIED CLERK'S DEPARTMENT There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda. Mayor Abernethy chaired this portion of the meeting. CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT TENDER AWARDS SUMMER COUNCIL BREAK Resolution #GPA-522-07 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT Report COD-046-07 be received; and THAT the attached By-law, marked Schedule "B" to Report COD-046-07 authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the necessary agreement, be approved. CARRIED FINANCE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL LEASING REPORT - 2007 Resolution #GPA-523-07 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT Report FND-016-07 be received for information. CARRIED - 16 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 2008 BUDGET Resolution #GPA-524-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Resolution GPA-468-07 which reads as follows 'THAT the final 2008 final budget residential tax increase not exceed 2% plus assessment growth" be lifted from the table. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-525-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the final 2008 final budget residential tax increase not exceed 2% plus assessment growth be referred to Director of Finance for review; and THAT the Director of Finance report back to Council on September 24, 2007 on the general impact of a 2% tax increase on the business of the Municipality. CARRIED OTHER BUSINESS PAINTING OF YELLOW RIBBON OF SUPPORT ON BOWMANVILLE EAGLES HOME ICE SURFACE. Resolution #GPA-526-07 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Woo WHEREAS the Bowmanville Eagles Hockey Club will be applying their logo to the centre ice area of the Garnet B. Rickard Sports Complex with the words "Community and Country"; -17 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 AND WHEREAS the Club wishes to paint a yellow ribbon on the ice near their home bench area for the 2007-2008 season to show support for the men and women seNing our great Nation, and in support of Trooper Darryl Caswell and all others who have paid the supreme sacrifice; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council supports this initiative and grants approval FORTHWITH in order that the yellow ribbon will be in place for the Bowmanville Eagles Hockey Club opening game on September 9,2007. CARRIED RE-NAMING OF PORTION OF HIGHWAY 401 Resolution #GPA-527-07 Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Hooper WHEREAS the Government of the Province of Ontario is set to officially rename a portion of Highway 401 between CFB Trenton and Toronto as the Highway of Heroes in remembrance of Canada's fallen soldiers as, after repatriation at CFB Trenton, the 170 kilometer somber procession of hearses and limousines to the forensic centre in Toronto is the first step in the last trip that our fallen soldiers will make; WHEREAS one of Clarington's own citizens, Trooper Darryl Caswell, paid the supreme sacrifice with his life for his country; WHEREAS approximately 30 kilometers of this stretch of highway cuts through the Municipality of Clarington; WHEREAS Clarington has 5 overpasses which cross over highway 401 at which citizens, police and fire seNices have gathered to salute, wave flags and pay tribute to our fallen and to provide healing and show support to their families; and WHEREAS the Municipality of Clarington is committed to supporting the military personnel around the globe in areas of conflict and those families anxiously waiting for the return of those representing Canada; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipality of Clarington acknowledge and support the naming of the portion of Highway 401 from CFB Trenton to Toronto to the "Highway of Heroes"; and THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Premier Dalton McGuinty, Honorable Peter Mackay Minister of National Defence, Honorable Donna Cansfield Ontario Minister of Transportation, John O'Toole MPP Durham and Honorable Bev Oda MP for Durham. CARRIED - 18 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 RANDY COWAN REQUESTING PERMISSION FOR SPRUCEWOOD CRES. STREET PARTY AND ROAD OCCUPANCY Resolution #GPA-528-07 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the request from Randy Cowan requesting permission to hold a street party on September 8, 2007 and have Sprucewood Cres from Mearns to Guildwood blocked be granted FORTHWITH provided the organizers apply for and obtain all the necessary permits. CARRIED WENDY BELLAM REQUESTING PERMISSION FOR PARKING SPACES FOR STORE OPENING Resolution #GPA-529-07 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the request from Wendy Bellan, requesting permission to have the use of two parking spaces located at 67 King Street West, Bowmanville on September 8, 2007 from 12:00 noon to 7:00 p.m. for the grand opening of Wicked Wendy's Western Wear, be granted FORTHWITH. CARRIED CLARINGTON HOSTED PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION - EFW Resolution #GPA-530-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT staff of the Planning SeNices Department arrange and schedule a Clarington hosted public information session to allow citizens the opportunity to ask questions of the consultants. MOTION WITHDRAWN - 19 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes September 4, 2007 ADJOURNMENT Resolution #GPA-531-07 Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the meeting adjourn at 2:15 a.m., September 5,2007. CARRIED ~ n/ ~~.. DE TY CkERK-'\. / {\( - 20-