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Council Meeting Minutes
NOVEMBER 12, 2007
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on November 12, 2007, at 7:00 p.m., in
the Council Chambers.
Councillor Foster led the meeting in prayer.
ROLL CALL
Present Were: Mayor J. Abernethy
Councillor A. Foster
Councillor R. Hooper
Councillor G. Robinson
Councillor C. Trim
Councillor W. Woo
Absent: Councillor M. Novak (vacation)
Also Present: Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Deputy Fire Chief, M. Berney
Director of Engineering, T. Cannella
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Solicitor, D. Hefferon
Director of Operations, F. Horvath
Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano
Recreation Services Manager, S. Meredith
Director of Finance/Treasurer, N. Taylor
Administrative Assistant to the Clerk, C. Fleming
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor Foster indicated that he would be stating a pecuniary interest with respect
to Item 6 of Report #1 and By-law 2007-212.
Mayor Abernethy indicated he would be stating a pecuniary interest with respect to
Correspondence Item D - 3.
Later in the meeting Mayor Abernethy stated a pecuniary interest with respect to the
delegations of Mark Hendrikx and James Horn and Report #2.
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MINUTES
Resolution #C-577-07
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the minutes of a special meeting of Council held on October 29, 2007 and
minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on October 29, 2007, be approved.
“CARRIED”
Resolution #C-578-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the Rules of Order be suspended to allow for introduction of a motion to alter
the agenda to add Kristin McCrea to the list of presentations.
“CARRIED”
Resolution #C-579-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Kristin McCrea be added to the list of presentations.
“CARRIED”
PRESENTATIONS
Leah Myers, President, Durham College, addressed Council to provide an update on
Durham College past, present and future. Through use of a PowerPoint
presentation, Ms. Myers provided a history of Durham College from its inception in
1967 to present day, highlighted their Strategic Plan (2007-2012) – “Success
Matters” and illustrated the College’s commitment to the community. Ms. Myers
provided Members of Council with copies of the Strategic Plan and the College’s
Annual Report 2006-07. She highlighted the tremendous growth the college has
experienced through program expansion and physical infrastructure from the original
enrollment of 205 students to the present enrollment of over 7,500 full-time post-
secondary students and registered apprentices in over 100 programs. Ms. Myers
stated the Strategic Plan, approved by the Board of Governors in January, 2007, has
far reaching goals in three key areas – Students, People and Business and forms the
basis for their budget. Ms. Myers reviewed the interconnection between each goal
noting the plan is a living document subject to regular reviews and evaluations. Ms.
Myers advised the college graduates 2000 students each year, the majority of who
live and work in Durham Region, and that each program has an advisory committee
to ensure they are meeting industry standards. Ms. Myers extended an invitation to
Council and any interested members of the community to visit the campus during this
year of celebration or at any time to explore what Durham College has to offer.
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Mayor Abernethy, on behalf of Council, congratulated Ms. Myers on Durham
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College’s 40 Anniversary.
In response to questions regarding expansion, Ms. Myers confirmed that the College
has additional land available at both the Oshawa and Whitby campuses for future
expansion. She noted however, that a physical presence in Clarington is not
proposed at the present time. In response to further questions, Ms. Myers indicated
that 90% of Durham graduates find full-time employment within six months of
graduation.
Mayor Abernethy provided an introduction to the presentation of Kristin McCrea
highlighting Ms. McCrea’s success as a runner-up from over 32,000 entries in the
British Natural History Museum, British Broadcasting Corporation and Shell Oil - Shell
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition. Ms. McCrea’s winning photograph
“Frozen Frenzy” was taken at the municipal beach at Bond Head in Clarington.
Kristin McCrea addressed Council stating photographers from 78 countries entered
the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition with many of the photographers
traveling great distances to capture their images with much of the subject matter
exotic. Ms. McCrea stated in order to have a photograph of something as simple as
seagulls chosen from over 32,000 entries demanded capturing an image that showed
something ordinary in a way the judges had not seen before. Ms. McCrea projected
images of her photograph and of the British Natural History Museum in London,
England and described her overwhelming reaction to the exhibit and prestigious
award presentation. Ms. McCrea stated over 1 million people have viewed the
exhibit, which tours 55 countries world-wide and noted the exhibit is also available for
viewing on-line.
Mayor Abernethy presented Ms. McCrea with a Certificate in recognition of her
award-winning photo.
DELEGATIONS
Thorsten Kosek was called but was not present.
Mayor Abernethy stated a pecuniary interest with respect to the delegation of
Mark Hendrikx as Mr. Hendrikx was his Financial Officer for the 2006 Municipal
Elections, the delegation of James Horn and Report #2 as they relate to the 2006
Municipal Elections. Mayor Abernethy vacated his chair and refrained from
discussion and voting on these matters.
Councillor Trim chaired this portion of the meeting.
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Mark Hendrikx addressed Council concerning Report #2 - Compliance Audit -
John Mutton. Mr. Hendrikx advised he had been asked to comment on the audit
report of Horn Almand, Chartered Accountants, by the original four signatories of the
audit complaint. Mr. Hendrikx highlighted his credentials as both a Chartered
Accountant and a Public Auditor in support of his competency to speak on the matter
and noted his examination of the documents involved conversations with the
complainants, the Institute of Chartered Accountants, a review of the auditors
published results, the Candidate’s Handbook, the Municipal Election Act, the
candidate’s filings and case law. Mr. Hendrikx reviewed in detail a number of audit
deficiencies and concluded that he has sufficient evidence to determine that the audit
does not appear to be properly performed, that the contravention list appears to be
missing and/or incomplete and there were numerous issues undetected.
James Horn, Horn Almand Chartered Accountants, addressed Council concerning
Report #2 - Compliance Audit - John Mutton. Mr. Horn stated his firm has completed
the audit and concludes there is no significant contravention relating to Mr. Mutton’s
2006 campaign filing. Mr. Horn indicated that he was available to respond to
questions, if any.
There were no questions to Mr. Horn.
Mayor Abernethy resumed the Chair.
Libby Racansky addressed Council concerning a link between clean air, water, soil
and loss of wildlife habitat. Ms. Racansky expressed concern that the Black-Farewell
watershed is vanishing because of climate change and she feels that Council is not
taking the matter seriously as the lives of many farmers and communities are in
jeopardy because of lack of water. Through use of a PowerPoint presentation,
Ms. Racansky showed species that are or were resident in the watershed and the
effect development is having on their habitat, and the threat to human habitat due to
the link between cleanliness and quality of air, water and soil.
Louis Bertrand addressed Council concerning Energy-From-Waste. Through use of
a PowerPoint presentation, Mr. Bertrand provided an overview of the GESDI Report,
September 2007, a report prepared by a group of scientific experts regarding the
dangers of incineration, which calls for an immediate moratorium on waste
incineration and deals with all subject matter including comprehensive environmental,
health, and socio-economic impacts of incineration and also addresses legal and
public policy. The GESDI Report cites the InVS, L’Institut de veille sanitaire, Report
released in France in November 2006, linking incidence of cancers near household
waste incineration plants to levels of exposure. Mr. Bertrand reviewed preliminary
results of the InVS Dioxin Study and European Union Parliament resolution to
overhaul waste policy. In summary, Mr. Bertrand stated European doctors and public
officials are not satisfied with the current situation and requested that Council declare
Clarington an unwilling host for this facility as he feels the Region has not been
forthright with the issue and that the European model is not the way to go.
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In response to questions, Mr. Bertrand stated the GESDI is not a government agency
but a coalition of doctors, engineers, and scientists who presented information to the
French Government. Mr. Bertrand confirmed that approximately 1000 took part in the
dioxin study during the 1970’s and that the study linking cancer was done on medical
records from 1990 to the end of 1999, taking into account there is a time lag between
exposure and cancer.
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-580-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the communications to be received for information, including Hand-out
Item I - 20, be approved, with the exception of Correspondence Items 1 - 2, 1 - 4 and
I - 20.
“CARRIED”
I – 1 Minutes of the Orono Arena and Community Centre Board dated
A01.OR October 9, 2007.
I – 3 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated
A01.NE September 18, 2007.
I – 5 Kristin McKinnon-Rutherford forwarding a Metroland newspaper
E07.EN article in which Members of the Town of Ajax’s Council raise a
number of concerns regarding Energy-From-Waste and stating the
Town of Ajax is not supporting an energy-from-waste facility
proposed for Clarington until important questions are answered.
I – 6 Martin de Rond, Director of Legislative & Information Services/Town
E07.EN Clerk, Town of Ajax, advising Council that on October 22, 2007, the
Town of Ajax passed the following resolution pertaining to the
Durham-York Residual Waste Study Environmental Assessment:
“1. THAT the Town of Ajax Report entitled “Comments on the
Durham-York Residual Waste Study Environmental Assessment”
dated October 18, 2007 be endorsed and forwarded to the
Region of Durham and the Municipality of Clarington as the
Town’s response to the Region of Durham’s request for
comments;
2. THAT the Region of Durham develop a strategy to deal with
industrial, commercial and institutional waste in conjunction with
the Durham-York Residual Waste Study;
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3. THAT the Environmental Assessment process specify and
evaluate burning and emissions technology; and
4. THAT the Environmental Assessment process evaluate/consider
cumulative effects of this facility together with those currently
operating along the Lake Ontario waterfront, as well as proposed
new facilities such as the Darlington Nuclear Station expansion.
5. THAT the environmental assessment process address the
quantity, composition and disposal of the bottom ash/char
produced by the thermal treatment facility.
6. THAT the Region of Durham re-affirm that the incinerator will only
receive residential residual waste that is generated within the
Regions of Durham and York.”
I – 7 Mary Tillcock, Run Day Organizer, The Terry Fox Run for Cancer
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F11.GE Research, advising the 27 Anniversary of Terry’s Marathon of Hope
in Clarington raised over $75,000 for cancer research through the
efforts of participants and thanking the Municipality of Clarington
Council and staff for support given to ‘Run Day’ making it a
successful, safe and enjoyable day for everyone.
I – 8 Louise Levert, Commission Operations Officer, Canadian Nuclear
P09.GE Safety Commission forwarding the Record of Proceedings issued on
October 24, 2007, regarding the application for an operating licence
for Ontario Power Generation Inc.’s Darlington Waste Management
Facility.
I – 9 Betty Robinson advising she is vehemently opposed to a proposed
E07.GE incinerator to be located in Durham or anywhere on the planet.
I – 10 Ian D. Macnab, Chief Administrative Officer, Kawartha Conservation,
A01.KA forwarding correspondence from Peter Frood, Superintendent, Trent-
Severn Waterway responding to an inquiry regarding the removal of
logs from the dam on the Scugog River at Lindsay and advising the
low lake levels on Lake Scugog this year were precipitated by a
communications breakdown between sector and lock staff and
confirming that additional controls and operating procedures will be
put into place to ensure that a recurrence of the situation does not
occur in the future.
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I – 11 Suzanne Tigwell, Executive Director, Resources for Exceptional
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A01.GE Children – Durham Region, advising 2007 marks the 20
M07.GE Anniversary supporting children and youth with special needs;
forwarding a copy of their 2006/07 Annual Report; identifying past
year highlights and future projections; and, expressing appreciation
to their community partners, who work collaboratively with the
agency on behalf of the families they serve.
I – 12 Kathy Stranks, Manager, Chair and CAO’s Office, Toronto and
A01.GE Region Source Protection Authority (TRSPA) advising Council that
L11.GE on October 26, 2007, the Toronto and Region Source Protection
Authority passed the following resolution pertaining to membership
on the CTC Source Protection Committee:
“THAT the candidates, as set out in Attachment 2, be appointed as
members of the CTC Source Protection Committee (SPC) pursuant
to the Clean Water Act, 2006, as recommended by the CTC
Selection Committee (Attachment 2, confidential, to follow on
Wednesday, October 24);
THAT the roster as set out in Attachment 3, for the Source Protection
Authority liaison position on the CTC Source Protection Committee
be approved (Attachment 3 to follow on Wednesday, October 24).”
Attached to the correspondence was a list of candidates approved by
the TRSPA. John Presta, Director, Environmental Services, Region
of Durham is the Member representing the Region of Durham and
the eight area municipalities.
I – 13 John O’Toole, MPP, Durham advising he has received a response
F11.GE from Geoff Quirt, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ontario Seniors’
Secretariat, concerning his inquiry regarding the eligibility of funding
for The Clarington Older Adult Association/Clarington Beech Centre
noting the Clarington Older Adult Centre may be considered for
funding as a new centre under the Province’s $3 million funding plan
to enhance and expand Elderly Persons Centres (EPCs) in Ontario.
I – 14 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham,
C10.GE advising Council that on October 31, 2007, the Region of Durham
passed the following resolution pertaining to the Durham Agricultural
Advisory Committee 2007 Farm Tour:
“a) THAT Report #2007-P-80 of the Commissioner of Planning be
received for information; and
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b) THAT a copy of Report #2007-P-80 be forwarded to the area
municipalities, the Durham Region Federation of Agriculture, the
GTA Agricultural Action Committee, and the Durham Agricultural
Advisory Committee.”
I – 15 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham,
C10.GE advising Council that on October 31, 2007, the Region of Durham
passed the following resolution pertaining to the quarterly report on
planning activities:
“a) THAT Report #2007-P-81 of the Commissioner of Planning be
received for information; and
b) THAT a copy of Report #2007-P-81 be forwarded to the area
municipalities, Durham Regional Police Services, and the
Durham Emergency Medical Services for information.”
I – 16 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham,
C10.GE advising Council that on October 31, 2007, the Region of Durham
passed the following resolution pertaining to the Regional Appeal of
a Municipality of Clarington Committee of Adjustment Decision on
Minor Variance Application #A2007-0028 (Eugene E. Van DeWalker,
Newcastle Trailer Park):
“a) THAT the Commissioner of Planning’s appeal to the Ontario
Municipal Board of the Municipality of Clarington Committee of
Adjustment’s decision on minor variance application A2007-0028
(Eugene E. Van DeWalker, Newcastle Trailer Park), be
withdrawn following confirmation from the Health Department
that a building permit application to permit a septic system has
been approved;
b) THAT the Regional Solicitor be directed to contact the Ontario
Municipal Board immediately to request that the Regional appeal
be held in abeyance; and
c) THAT a copy of Report # 2007-P-77 of the Commissioner of
Planning be sent to the Municipality of Clarington for information.”
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I – 17 C. R. Curtis, Commissioner of Works, Regional Municipality of
E07.EN Durham responding to Council’s resolution requesting the Region to
clarify the advantages of the Municipality being a willing host for an
EFW facility and advising the advantages to Clarington acting as a
“willing host” are being actively negotiated at the staff level, noting
the difficulty in producing a definitive list at this point in time;
however, all negotiated arrangements will be tentative until approved
by Regional Council, Clarington Council and York Regional Council.
I – 18 Linda J. Keen, Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission advising of
A01.GE changes to the organization structure of the Canadian Nuclear
Safety Commission (CNSC) by creating two new branches to replace
the Operations Branch – the Regulatory Operations Branch and the
Technical Support Branch. The new branches will work together
closely to ensure that there is overall consistency and coordination of
the regulatory oversight of Canadian licensees.
I – 19 Emma Docherty, Transportation & Environmental Planner, Totten
T05.HY Sims Hubicki forwarding a copy of correspondence sent to all
property owners affected by the technically recommended route for
the 407 East Environmental Assessment (EA) Study including
information on the advance purchase procedure and providing
contact information should they have questions or require further
information. A copy of the technically recommended route can be
viewed on the project website at www.407eastea.com.
I – 2 Minutes of Clarington Living Green Community Advisory Committee
A01.CL dated October 2, 2007.
Resolution #C-581-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the minutes of the Clarington Living Green Community Advisory
Committee dated October 2, 2007 be received for information.
“CARRIED”
I – 4 Minutes of the Clarington Heritage Committee dated October 16,
A01.CL 2007.
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Resolution #C-582-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the minutes of the Clarington Heritage Committee dated October 16,
2007 be received for information.
“CARRIED”
I - 20 Ontario Power Generation (OPG) News Release advising OPG has
purchased 61 acres of land in Clarington in the area of the proposed
Clarington Energy Park. Glenn Temple, OPG’s Vice President, Real
Estate Division is quoted as saying “the site is an appropriate location
for possible future needs that OPG may have for office facilities, in
support of the nuclear generation program in Clarington”. Further
information can be obtained by calling Ontario Power Generation –
Media Relations at 1-877-592-4008.
Resolution #C-583-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Item I – 20 be received for information.
“CARRIED”
CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Resolution #C-584-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Correspondence Items D - 1 and D - 2 be approved as per the agenda.
“CARRIED”
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D - 1 Linda J. Laliberte, CGA CAO/Secretary-Treasurer, Ganaraska
A01.GA Conservation, forwarding their 2008 Preliminary Budget requesting
Council’s consideration of the 2008 general levy of $323,865.13 set
for Clarington, based on the guidelines prescribed by the Region of
Durham; and advising comments on the preliminary budget are to be
forwarded to the Authority prior to December 13, 2007.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Finance/Treasurer)
D - 2 Cheri Smith, Manager, Resource Development, Community Living
F11.GE Oshawa/Clarington - The Clarington Project, requesting a discount
M02.GE for the facility rental fee for the Garnet B. Rickard Centre, for their
Annual Gala in support of the agency’s activity centre and their
services to people with intellectual disabilities to be held on
Saturday, April 19, 2008.
(To advise of the Municipal Grant
Policy)
Mayor Abernethy stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence
Item D - 3 as it relates to the 2006 Municipal Elections. Mayor Abernethy
vacated his chair and refrained from discussion and voting on this matter.
Councillor Trim chaired this portion of the meeting.
D - 3 John Mutton requesting that the Municipality of Clarington pay his
invoice from Polak, McKay & Hawkshaw, Barristers & Solicitors in
the amount of $397.50 for legal expenses he incurred resulting from
the compliance audit of his election campaign.
Resolution #C-585-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Correspondence Item D - 3 be received for information.
“CARRIED”
Mayor Abernethy resumed the Chair.
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MOTION
NOTICE OF MOTION
REPORTS
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report November 5
2007.
Resolution #C-586-07
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of November 5,
2007, be approved, with the exception of Items #1(a), 6 and 17.
“CARRIED”
Councillor Foster stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Item #6, as the applicant
is a member of Councillor Foster wife’s congregation. Councillor Foster refrained from
discussions and voting on this matter.
Item #6
Resolution #C-587-07
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Report PSD-127-07 be received;
THAT the Regional Municipality of Durham be advised that the Municipality of
Clarington recommends that the application to amend the Durham Regional Official
Plan (ROPA 2007-0005) as submitted by Arnold Geisberger, to permit the creation of
a new lot for an existing dwelling deemed surplus to the farm operation, be approved;
THAT Amendment No. 58 to the Clarington Official Plan as submitted by Arnold
Geisberger to permit the severance of a dwelling deemed surplus to the farm
operation be adopted as indicated in Attachment 2 to Report PSD-127-07 and that the
necessary by-law contained in Attachment 3 to Report PSD-127-07 be passed; and
further that the amendment be forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Durham for
approval;
THAT the Regional Municipality of Durham Planning Department be sent a copy of
Report PSD-127-07; and
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THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-127-07 and any delegation be
advised of Council's decision.
“CARRIED”
Item # 1(a)
Resolution #C-588-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Item 1(a) be referred to be considered in conjunction with Item 17.
“CARRIED”
Item #17
Resolution #C-589-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Item 17 be lifted from the table.
“CARRIED”
Resolution #C-590-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow for introduction of a
reconsideration motion.
“CARRIED”
Resolution #C-591-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Resolution #C-458-07 introduced on September 10, 2007 be reconsidered.
“CARRIED”
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Resolution #C-592-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Item 1(a) be amended to include the following:
“The Host Community Impact Agreement include the establishment of a
Community Liaison Committee including local physicians.”
“CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING
RECORDED VOTE”
Council Member Yes No Declaration of Absent
Pecuniary
Interest
Councillor Foster v
Councillor Hooper v
Councillor Novak v
Councillor Robinson v
Councillor Trim v
Councillor Woo v
Mayor Abernethy v
Resolution #C-593-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Item 1 (a) of Report #1 be adopted as amended.
“CARRIED”
Mayor Abernethy stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Report #2 as it relates to
the 2006 Municipal Elections. Mayor Abernethy vacated his chair and refrained from
discussion and voting on this matter.
Councillor Trim chaired this portion of the meeting.
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Report #2 -Report CLD-038-07 – Compliance Audit – John Mutton
Resolution #C-594-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Report CLD-038-07 be received; and
THAT staff be directed to recover the cost of the compliance audit of the election
financial returns of John Mutton from the applicants.
“CARRIED”
Mayor Abernethy resumed the Chair.
Report #3 - Report COD-057-07 – CL2007-39, One (1) 100 Ft. Aerial/Pumper
Vehicle
Resolution #C-595-07
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Report COD-057-07 be received;
THAT Thibault and Associates, Drummondville, Quebec, with a total bid in the
amount of $823,584.00 (plus GST), being the lowest responsible bidder meeting
all terms, conditions of Tender CL2007-39 and providing acceptable specifications
for an in stock unit versus a unit built to specifications, be awarded the contract to
supply and deliver One (1) 2007 Model Pearce 100 Ft. Aerial/Pumper Vehicle, as
required by the Municipality of Clarington, Emergency and Fire Services
Department; and
THAT funds in the amount of $823,584.00 be drawn from the 2007 Emergency
Services Capital Budget Account #110-28-388-82803-7401.
“CARRIED”
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-596-07
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the presentation of Leah Myers, President, Durham College, be received with
thanks.
“CARRIED”
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Resolution #C-597-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the presentation of Kristin McCrea be received with thanks.
“CARRIED”
Resolution #C-598-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the delegation of Libby Racansky be received with thanks.
“CARRIED”
Resolution #C-599-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the delegation of Louis Bertrand be received with thanks.
“CARRIED”
Mayor Abernethy stated a pecuniary interest with respect to the delegation of
Mark Hendrikx as Mr. Hendrikx was his Financial Officer for the 2006 Municipal
Elections and with the delegation of James Horn as it relates to the 2006 Municipal
Elections. Mayor Abernethy vacated his chair and refrained from discussion and
voting on these matters.
Councillor Trim chaired the remainder of the meeting.
Resolution #C-600-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the delegation of Mark Hendrikx be received;
THAT Mark Hendrikx be advised of Council’s decision regarding the Compliance Audit
of John Mutton.
“CARRIED”
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Resolution #C-601-07
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the delegation of James Horn be received;
THAT James Horn be advised of Council’s decision regarding the Compliance Audit of
John Mutton.
“CARRIED”
OTHER BUSINESS
Councillor Foster announced that the Courtice Rotary Club have donated $4,500 to
the new Cancer Centre.
Councillor Foster advised of the success of the Courtice Lions Club’s “Newfy Night”
and also advised the Courtice Lions Club will be spearheading a drive to update the
Millennium Trail with a commitment of $20,000 in value for a bridge and will be
submitting an application to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for a grant.
Councillor Foster also congratulated the Courtice Business Association for raising
funds and installing banners in Courtice.
Councillor Foster also expressed thanks to Dennis Hefferon, who was called to the
Bar approximately 50 years ago, for providing legal services to the municipality for
over 18 years.
Councillor Hooper stated a number of residents are interested in supporting the
Canadian Pacific Railway’s Holiday Train event and questioned whether there was an
th
opportunity for Clarington to get involved as a kick-off to Bowmanville’s 150
Anniversary Celebration next year.
Resolution #C-602-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the Rules of Order be suspended to all for the introduction of a motion
concerning the Holiday Train.
“CARRIED”
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Resolution #C-603-07
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT staff be authorized to partner with CP Rail to coordinate, promote and stage the
Holiday Train event and to expend the necessary funds from the remaining 2007
Grant Program plus over expenditure of departmental operating budget.
“CARRIED”
Mayor Abernethy advised he attended a recent meeting of the Rotary Club of Oshawa
where Finance Minister Jim Flaherty gave an update on the state of the economy.
Mayor Abernethy advised the Minister of Finance categorically stated that there is a
signed agreement between the Province and the Federal Government to complete
Highway 407 by 2013.
Councillor Woo advised yesterday’s Remembrance Day Ceremony was well attended
and acknowledged the sacrifices of those men and women who went abroad, some of
whom never came back. Councillor Woo expressed appreciation to all the Veterans
and also extended thanks on behalf of the family of the late Trooper Darryl Caswell for
honouring and paying tribute to their son.
Councillor Hooper advised this Saturday, November 17, 2007, is the Bowmanville
Santa Claus Parade and extended an invitation for all to attend.
Councillor Trim advised the 2007/08 Waste Management Calendar has been
distributed.
Councillor Trim highlighted the Waste Fair held at the Courtice Complex on Saturday,
November 10, 2007, which was well attended and very educational.
Councillor Trim advised of the official opening of the new material recovery facility in
Whitby on December 13, 2007, a project the Region started approximately one year
ago at a cost of $16 million. He noted funding of $15 million is being derived from
federal gas tax revenues.
Council Meeting Minutes - 19 - November 12, 2007
BY-LAWS
Councillor Foster stated a pecuniary interest with respect to By-law 2007-212 as the
applicant is a member of Councillor Foster wife’s congregation. Councillor Foster
vacated his chair and refrained from discussion and voting on the by-laws.
Resolution #C-604-07
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2007-212 to 2007-217, inclusive, and
that the said by-laws be now read a first and second time.
“CARRIED”
2007-212 Being a By-law to adopt Amendment No. 58 to the Clarington
Official Plan (Arnold Geisberger)
2007-213 Being a By-law to establish, lay out and dedicate certain lands as
public highways in the Municipality of Clarington
2007-214 Being a By-law to assume certain streets within the Municipality of
Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington
2007-215 Being a By-law to appoint individuals as Parking Enforcement
Officer for Private Property (Mark Beenen and Marilynn Hall)
2007-216 Being a By-law to appoint individuals as Parking Enforcement
Officers for Private Property (Mike Hyrnyk, Harry Hirschfeld,
Todd Backus, Ben DeWaal and Jason Maas)
2007-217 Being a By-law to appoint individuals as Parking Enforcement
Officers for Private Property (Jeffrey Colton, Vernon Sunday,
Lorrie Thompson and Christopher Mitchell)
Resolution #C-605-07
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2007-212 to 2007-217 inclusive, be
approved.
“CARRIED”
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Mayor Abernethy and Councillor Foster stated pecuniary interests earlier in the
meeting and refrained from voting on the confirming by-law.
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-606-07
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2007-218, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
on the 1 ih day of November, 2007, and that the said by-law be now read a first and
second time.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-607-07
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2007-218 be approved.
"CARRIED"
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-608-07
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Foster
THAT the meeting adjourn at 9:07 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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