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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/26/2007 Council Meeting Minutes NOVEMBER 26, 2007 Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on November 26, 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 M. Novak Councillor G. Robinson Councillor C. Trim Councillor W. Woo Also Present: Director of Corporate Services/Acting Chief Administrative Officer, M. Marano Director of Engineering, T. Cannella Director of Community Services, J. Caruana, attended until 9:06 p.m. Director of Planning Services, D. Crome Parks Supervisor, B. Genosko, attended until 9:06 p.m. Solicitor, D. Hefferon Director of Finance/Treasurer, N. Taylor Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief, G. Weir, attended until 9:06 p.m. Administrative Assistant to the Clerk, C. Fleming, attended until 9:06 p.m. Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated for this meeting. MINUTES Resolution #C-613-07 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on November 12, 2007, be approved. “CARRIED” Council Meeting Minutes - 2 - November 26, 2007 Resolution #C-614-07 Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT John Mutton be added to the list of delegations and that Helen Page, Gord Lee Kristin D. McKinnon-Rutherford and Linda Gasser be removed from the list. “CARRIED” PRESENTATIONS Suzanne McCrimmon, Clarington Board of Trade, addressed Council to present an Economic Development Update on the Board of Trade’s Fourth Quarter, 2007. Through use of a PowerPoint presentation, Ms. McCrimmon highlighted statistical data on sales and business activity; outlined the progress of existing projects; and, reviewed opportunities commenced in the fourth quarter of 2007 which are anticipated to be a solid basis for new business in 2008. Ms. McCrimmon discussed specific properties sparking interest with commercial/industrial land developers and agents including property at the corner of Liberty Street and Highway 2, vacant land in downtown Newcastle, lands on South Service Road, property at the four corners in Courtice, and property on Baseline Road. She announced the opening of several new businesses including Phoenix ADM International on Lake Road specializing in th home furnishing protection and Peaks Menswear opening December 10 in downtown Bowmanville. Ms. McCrimmon advised of her attendance and of contacts made at the CoreNet Real Estate show held in Atlanta, Georgia last month noting she is currently working with a developer who has shown serious interest in a project in Clarington. She stated this has generated interest from other developers as well. Ms. McCrimmon thanked Council for the opportunity to provide this update advising there has been much exciting activity and interest shown in Clarington. Ms. McCrimmon acknowledged Members of the Clarington Board of Trade in attendance – Michael Patrick, President, Karen Fedato, Sheila Hall and Ron Collis, Members. In response to questions, Ms. McCrimmon advised there has been significant activity and interest expressed in Clarington and that an announcement on a specific project could be made in the first quarter of 2008. In response to concerns expressed regarding the retention of existing business/industry, Ms. McCrimmon stated the issue would be one of priority. Council Meeting Minutes - 3 - November 26, 2007 DELEGATIONS Jesse Parsons addressed Council highlighting the huge success of the Clarington Arts & Music Festival (CAM Fest) held this past summer advising he was here this evening to publicly thank the volunteers for all their hard work and to thank the event sponsors for their generosity. Mr. Parsons advised the Festival set an amazing precedent in having 11 hours of music running on schedule throughout the day. He stated the organizers have built a foundation for turning CAM Fest into an annual event to showcase Clarington as a focal point for a Music and Arts festival and stated there was plenty of opportunity to become involved in the event. A slide show was presented highlighting pictures of the day’s events and activities. Mr. Parsons extended an invitation to the public to attend a meeting next Tuesday to determine how they can participate. He also suggested persons interested in the event visit their website at www.camfest.ca. Mayor Abernethy congratulated Jesse Parsons and the Organizing Committee on behalf of Council, for an outstanding event. In response to questions, Jesse Parsons advised there could be partnership opportunities through the Visual Arts Centre to assist with the celebration of th Bowmanville’s 150 Anniversary next year. John Mutton, President, Municipal Solutions, addressed Council, on behalf of Rod Cochrane, concerning Item 9 of Report #1 - Committee of Adjustment Decision A2007-0058 for 3191 Highway 2, requesting Council to support the Committee of Adjustment decision of November 8, 2007, and defeat the staff recommendation pertaining to file A2007-0058 as outlined in Report PSD-136-07. Mr. Mutton advised in August, 2007, his client applied for and received a minor variance to permit the construction of a detached garage by increasing the maximum permitted lot coverage from 40% to 55% of the main building floor area. Mr. Mutton noted his client was not aware of a height restriction and added 2 feet to the height of the garage doors to facilitate the storage of a recreational vehicle. He advised on October 12, 2007, a stop work order was issued against the property as the garage exceeded the 5 metre height maximum and as a result, his client submitted a new application for variance to increase the height to 6.1 metres. Mr. Mutton stated the Committee of Adjustment, on November 8, 2007, approved the variance as the use conforms with the intent of both the Municipal and Regional Official Plans and was deemed to be minor in nature. Mr. Mutton acknowledged concerns of area residents regarding the potential for his client to operate a repair shop out of the premises and submitted a letter executed by Rod Cochrane committing to comply with the requirements of the zoning by-law. Council Meeting Minutes - 4 - November 26, 2007 In response to questions, Mr. Mutton advised changes to the building structure and revised design drawings were submitted to the Chief Building Official who had no concern with the changes. Mr. Mutton confirmed that his client will conform to the provisions of the Zoning and Noise by-laws and that he was here to alleviate the concerns of area residents and Members of Council. COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-615-07 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the exception of Correspondence Items I - 3, I - 4, I - 6, I - 10 and I - 14. “CARRIED” I - 1 Minutes of the Santa Claus Parade Committee dated October 22, 2007. I - 2 Minutes of the Kawartha Conservation Authority dated September 26, 2007. I - 5 Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority News Release responding to calls regarding the number of dead birds being washed ashore along the Lake Ontario shoreline over the past few weeks, advising specimens have been sent to the Canadian Cooperative Wildlife Health Centre for analysis and that CCWHC staff suspect that the deaths are the result of Type E Botulism which affects fish-eating aquatic birds. The News Release advises residents to refrain from picking up any of the birds and citizens who wish to report bird deaths are directed to contact the Conservation Authority at 905-579-0411. I - 7 Greg Martino, Account Manager, Municipal Relations, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, advising that on November 13, 2007, Property Assessment Notices will be mailed to Ontario Property taxpayers whose assessment information has changed; forwarding an information kit to assist staff in responding to any inquiries received; advising of the timeline for delivery and filing of Requests for Reconsideration and Notice of Complaints; and, indicating public enquiries about Property Assessment Notices and assessment in general may be directed to their website at www.mpac.ca or by telephone at 1-866-296-6722. Council Meeting Minutes - 5 - November 26, 2007 I - 8 Jacqueline Muccio stating her entire family is opposed to incineration due to health and environmental implications; suggesting initiatives to enhance the recycling program, including fines for those who don’t comply; and, urging Council to stop plans for a proposed incinerator as other countries are abolishing incineration altogether because of the hazards and complications it causes. I - 9 Charlie and Irene Briden, advising they have researched the issue of incineration and do not feel an incinerator should be built in Clarington. I - 11 Valerie Thom, Executive Director, PITCH-IN CANADA, a volunteer environmental and beautification program, forwarding their report for PITCH-IN WEEK 2007 in Ontario, advising PITCH-IN WEEK 2008 – Operation Clean Sweep will be held April 21 to 27, 2008; and, indicating further details will be mailed out in January 2008 and that information on any of their programs can be accessed through their website at www.Pitch-in.ca. I - 12 Wayne Robbins, Senior Vice President, Darlington Nuclear, Ontario Power Generation Inc., advising the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) has issued a 5-year operating licence for the Darlington Waste Management Facility and thanking Council for their submission in support of OPG’s operating licence application. I - 13 Members of the Ebenezer-Maple Grove Pastoral Charge of the United Church of Canada forwarding correspondence to the Region of Durham encouraging the Region to explore all possibilities for alternatives to the current program for waste/garbage management and disposal; requesting the Region to act responsibly in addressing the immediate challenge to find the best solution while considering the quality of soil, air and water; and, forwarding a list of people who agree to participate fully in efforts for diversion and recycling proposed by the Region, including those that may be developed during the next three years and beyond. I - 15 Dorothy Barnett expressing concern with the serious amounts of air pollution being formed daily from the thousands of trucks transporting garbage to Michigan; acknowledging the need to develop alternate methods to deal with waste disposal, suggesting more emphasis be placed on reducing and reusing starting with consumer packaging; and, stating she feels that the idea that all residents oppose the incinerator is greatly mistaken as it is often the vocal minority that speak out. Council Meeting Minutes - 6 - November 26, 2007 I - 4 Minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee dated November 13, 2007. Resolution #C-616-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee specific to the request for enforcement of the Municipal Firearms By- law be referred to the Municipal Clerk for comment. “CARRIED” I - 3 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority and Source Protection Authority dated October 18, 2007. Resolution #C-617-07 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item I - 3 be received for information. “CARRIED” I - 6 Martha A. Pettit, Deputy Clerk, Town of Whitby, advising Council that on October 29, 2007, the Town of Whitby passed the following resolution pertaining to self-serve gas stations: “1. THAT Whitby Town Council endorse the resolution of the Municipality of Clarington urging the Prime Minister of Canada and Premier of Ontario to ensure that all gas stations provide at least one full-time service pump at the same price as the self-service pump in order that all Canadians have equal access to goods and services, including those persons with disabilities; and 2. THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Prime Minister, Premier of Ontario, our Local Member of Canada’s Parliament, Local Member of the Provincial Parliament and copied to Whitby’s Accessibility Advisory Committee.” Resolution #C-618-07 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item I - 6 be received for information. “CARRIED” Council Meeting Minutes - 7 - November 26, 2007 I - 10 Nadia McLean-Gagnon advising she is opposed to incineration and feels that the public is unaware of the reality of the effects of burning garbage; advising she is working on a petition in opposition to the proposed incinerator and questioning where her concerns, petition and letters of opposition should be directed; and, whether there are others that are opposed to incineration who are willing to band together to protect the community. Resolution #C-619-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item I - 10 be referred to staff for response to Nadia McLean-Gagnon regarding the process to submit comments concerning the Energy-From-Waste process and to advise of interested parties opposed to incineration. “CARRIED” I - 14 John DeWolfe, ICAN Associate, International Charity Association Network, an association with an affiliate base of over 350 charities dedicated to the advancement and positive change for the Canadian voluntary and not-for-profit sector, forwarding information on programs offered by ICAN which focus on food and education for everyone and requesting Council to publicize their World Wide Talent Search commencing in December for singers, songwriters, musicians, artists for projects in the Arts and requesting anyone who can benefit from ICAN Awareness to visit their new website at http://icanhelps.com/. Resolution #C-620-07 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item I - 14 be received for information. “CARRIED” CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION Resolution #C-621-07 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda, including Hand-out Item D - 12, with the exception of Item D - 5 and Items D - 7 to D - 12, inclusive. “CARRIED” Council Meeting Minutes - 8 - November 26, 2007 D - 1 Laurie Lazenby, Secretary, Navy League of Canada, Bowmanville and District Branch, Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps #279, requesting permission to hold Sea Cadet tagging at selected businesses on April 24, 25 and 26, 2008 and September 25, 26 and 27, 2008, in support of the local corps and cadet functions. (Sea Cadet Tagging Days for April 24, 25 and 26, and September 25, 26 and 27, 2008 approved) D - 2 Anne Silvey, Captain, Commanding Officer, 172 Royal Canadian Air Cadets, Clarington, requesting permission to hold Air Cadet tagging at selected businesses in Bowmanville, Newcastle, Orono and Courtice on April 18, 19 and 20, 2008, to assist in providing training to Air Cadets. (Air Cadet Tagging Days for April 18, 19 and 20, 2008 approved) D - 3 Roger Allen expressing concern with the speed of drivers on Southfield Avenue and requesting the installation of a 4-way stop control at the intersection of Southfield Avenue and Roswell Drive to address the issue of safety of residents, particularly children, residing in the neighbourhood. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Engineering Services) D - 4 Kevin McConkey forwarding written comments in opposition to the application to amend the Clarington Official Plan, Zoning By-law and Draft Plan of Subdivision submitted by Courtice Homestead Land Corporation for development east of Trulls Road, north of Daiseyfield Avenue, in Courtice. Mr. McConkey outlines several areas of concern including lack of sidewalks and street lighting, the impact on wildlife in the forested area, the change in character of the neighbourhood, and the propensity for pedestrian traffic to create a shortcut through the forest directly north of Bellman Court resulting in safety, security and natural hazard issues. He also requests to be informed when the Environmental Impact Study is available for review. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services) Council Meeting Minutes - 9 - November 26, 2007 D - 6 Holly Moore expressing concern with the proposed residential development south of her home and the plan to connect the two sections of Glenabbey Drive as she feels the increased traffic and development will destroy their neighbourhood which epitomizes everything that Courtice represents. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services) D - 5 Ernie Roberts requesting the installation of a 4-way stop control at the intersection of George Street and Wellington Street to address the significant number of traffic accidents occurring at this location. Resolution #C-622-07 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Item D - 5 be referred to the Director of Engineering Services. “CARRIED” D - 7 Libby Racansky forwarding correspondence to Federal, Provincial and Municipal officials providing a detailed history of development in the Hancock Neighbourhood in Courtice; officially requesting well water problems in Courtice be solved; and, requesting the completion of a watershed study and a review of the Hancock Neighbourhood to reflect environmental issues and protection of Provincially significant wetlands. Ms. Racansky is urging all levels of government to take responsibility for sustainable planning. Resolution #C-623-07 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT Correspondence Item D - 7 be received for information. “CARRIED” D - 8 Susan Greatrix, City Clerk, City of Waterloo advising Council that on November 5, 2007, the City of Waterloo passed the following resolution pertaining to the use and sale of cosmetic chemical pesticides: “WHEREAS some citizens of Waterloo have expressed concern with the continued use of cosmetic pesticides in the City of Waterloo; Council Meeting Minutes - 10 - November 26, 2007 WHEREAS some citizens of the City of Waterloo believe that cosmetic pesticides are a health hazard, particularly related to respiratory illness; WHEREAS some citizens believe that cosmetic pesticides adversely affect our drinking water supply; WHEREAS the Federal government has the responsibility and authority to approve chemical compounds for use in Canada, including cosmetic pesticides; WHEREAS the Ontario provincial government has the responsibility and authority to legislate and regulate the use and sale of products in the province including cosmetic pesticides; WHEREAS the Liberal Party of Ontario made an election promise to legislate some sort of ban on the use of chemical pesticides in the Province of Ontario; and WHEREAS the most effective, fair, reasonable and informed approach to addressing public concerns with respect to cosmetic use of chemical pesticides is through a comprehensive province wide approach (that will address exemptions such as those for agriculture). THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: 1) Waterloo City Council call on the Federal government to immediately review and confirm the safety and efficacy of all chemical pesticides that have been approved for use in Canada by the federal government or federal agencies; 2) Waterloo City Council also call on the Ontario Provincial government to immediately review and verify the safety of all chemical pesticides that the provincial government or provincial agencies have approved for sale and use in the province of Ontario; 3) Waterloo City Council remind the Ontario Provincial government of its promise to legislate on the use and sale of cosmetic chemical pesticides in the province of Ontario. Council Meeting Minutes - 11 - November 26, 2007 FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED THAT Waterloo City Council direct that this resolution be forwarded to: the Prime Minister of Canada, Minister of the Environment, Minister of Health and Minister of Public Safety, the Premier of Ontario, Minister of the Environment, Minister of Health Promotion and Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Association of Municipalities of Ontario, Federation of Canadian Municipalities all local Members of Provincial Parliament, all local Members of Parliament all local municipalities including the Region of Waterloo all municipalities in Ontario with a request that those municipalities endorse the City of Waterloo’s resolution and forward their endorsement to the Prime Minister of Canada, Minister of the Environment, Minister of Health and Minister of Public Safety and to the Premier of Ontario, Minister of the Environment, Minister of Health Promotion and Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing.” Resolution #C-624-07 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the resolution from the City of Waterloo concerning the use and sale of cosmetic chemical pesticides be endorsed ‘in principle’ subject to an exemption for agricultural lands and heritage properties being addressed. “CARRIED” D - 9 Nancy Michie, Administrator Clerk-Treasurer, Municipality of Morris- Turnberry advising Council that on November 6, 2007, the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry passed the following resolution pertaining to a rebate for tire disposal: “WHEREAS Waste Diversion Ontario and Stewardship Ontario, in collaboration with the Ontario Ministry of the Environment have implemented Ontario’s Municipal Blue Box program, which financially supports the recycling of materials; Council Meeting Minutes - 12 - November 26, 2007 AND WHEREAS tires are now being stockpiled, burnt and disposed of on roadsides and lots throughout the Province of Ontario, which creates additional work for public works crews and an unpleasant appearance of our landscape in this beautiful Province of Ontario; AND WHEREAS tires can be recycled into useful products; e.g.: hard surface products for roads and highways and waste products for incineration plants; AND WHEREAS a tire rebate program would provide an incentive to recycle tires; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry request that the Provincial government seek to develop a program that will provide a rebate for the tire disposal, either a new program or an enhancement to the current Stewardship Ontario program; AND FURTHER THAT copies of this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of the Province of Ontario, the Minister of the Environment, local members of parliament, and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for circulation to all municipalities in Ontario, requesting their support.” Resolution #C-625-07 Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the resolution from the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry concerning a rebate for tire disposal be endorsed ‘in principle’. “CARRIED” D - 10 Luanne Hill and Mike Mamonko requesting an extension to the December 18, 2007 deadline to permit them to occupy the existing detached dwelling at 306 Newtonville Road as a temporary residence until April 18, 2008, to allow for completion of their new dwelling. Council Meeting Minutes - 13 - November 26, 2007 Resolution #C-626-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Luanne Hill and Mike Mamonko be granted a 6 month extension for the use of temporary living quarters at 306 Newtonville Road subject to signing a further Letter of Undertaking . “CARRIED” D - 11 Adolf and Muriel Schlacht requesting a six month extension to the December 12, 2007 deadline to occupy the existing dwelling at 3625 Concession Road 7 in Orono as a temporary residence to allow for completion of their new dwelling. Mr. and Mrs. Schlacht have provided a letter from their builder, Frank Snyder in support of their request. Resolution #C-627-07 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Adolf and Muriel Schlacht be granted a 6 month extension for the use of temporary living quarters at 3625 Concession Road 7 subject to signing a Letter of Undertaking . “CARRIED” D - 12 Wayne Robbins, Senior VP, Darlington Nuclear, Ontario Power Generation, advising OPG has submitted an application to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) for renewal of their operating licence for the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station. As part of the re-licensing application, the CNSE is interested in the state of OPG’s relationship with its stakeholders and the community and OPG is requesting Council to consider supporting them in the licensing application process. If agreeable, OPG will provide information on how to present submissions to the Commission. The deadline for submissions to the CNSC is December 10, 2007. Council Meeting Minutes - 14 - November 26, 2007 Resolution #C-628-07 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the licence application from the Ontario Power Generation to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission for renewal of their operating licence for the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station be endorsed; and THAT the Mayor forward a letter in support of the application. “CARRIED” MOTION NOTICE OF MOTION REPORTS Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report November 19, 2007. Resolution #C-629-07 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of November 19, 2007, be approved, with the exception of Items #8 and #9. “CARRIED” Item #8 Resolution #C-630-07 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Report PSD-135-07 be received; THAT Report PSD-135-07 be approved as the Municipality of Clarington's comments on the Highway 407 East Environmental Assessment Alternative Methods Report (Final Draft), dated August 2007; THAT the Ministry of Transportation be requested to establish a working group, to include the area municipalities, the Region of Durham, and the Conservation Authorities, to develop a comprehensive strategy for dealing with the remnant parcels created by the 407 mainline and Links; Council Meeting Minutes - 15 - November 26, 2007 THAT the Ministry of Transportation be further advised that it is the position of the Municipality of Clarington that grade separations should be constructed on all local roads that would otherwise be truncated by the 407 main line and East Link; THAT the Clarington Highway 407 Community Advisory Committee, the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee, and the Clarington Heritage Committee be thanked for their input and assistance in preparing Report PSD-135-07; THAT a copy of Report PSD-135-07 and Council's decision be forwarded to the Ministry of Transportation and TSH; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-135-07 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision. “CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING” (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTIONS) Resolution #C-631-07 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-630-07 be amended by adding the following clauses: “THAT the Technically Recommended Route identified as part of the Preferred Alternative method be endorsed in principal, as the basis to advance and complete the Highway 407 East Completion Environmental Assessment; THAT the Project Team for the Highway 407 East Completion Environmental Assessment be requested on a go-forward basis to: i) confirm the adequacy of the proposed interchanges and their configurations on the Technically Recommended Route by providing a detailed traffic analysis, and where appropriate, protect for additional interchanges to support the long-term growth objectives of Clarington; ii) continue to work closely with the Municipality of Clarington staff to detail road alignments and other treatments, such as overpasses, underpasses, road closures and service roads, that are necessary to implement the Technically Recommended Route; Council Meeting Minutes - 16 - November 26, 2007 THAT the Ontario Ministry of Transportation be urged to ‘ stay the course’ on the revised schedule for the Highway 407 East Completion Environmental Assessment, and completion of construction from Brock Road to Highway 35/115 and the two freeway links in 2013; THAT the Province of Ontario approve the necessary funding for the Ministry of Transportation to purchase all required properties for Highway 407 as soon as the Environmental Assessment is complete; THAT a copy of Report PSD 135-07 be provided to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation as the Municipality of Clarington’s detailed comments on the Preferred Alternative Method.” “CARRIED” Resolution #C-632-07 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-630-07 be further amended by adding the following clauses: “THAT the Ministry of Transportation on the Highway 407 Project be requested to provide funds for the Municipality of Clarington to reimburse for staff and consulting costs that may be needed for the functional design and implementation stages to relieve any additional property tax impact to Clarington residents; THAT copies of this resolution be forwarded to the Ministry of Transportation, the Clarington Highway 407 Community Advisory Committee and the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee. “CARRIED” Resolution #C-630-07 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED. Council Meeting Minutes - 17 - November 26, 2007 Item #9 Resolution #C-633-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Council concur with the Committee of Adjustment decision of November 17, 2007 regarding Application A2007-0058 – Rod Cochrane, 3191 Highway 2. “MOTION LOST ON THE FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE” Council Member Yes No Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Councillor Foster x Councillor Hooper x Councillor Novak x Councillor Robinson x Councillor Trim x Councillor Woo x Mayor Abernethy x Resolution #C-634-07 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Report PSD-136-07 be received; THAT Council concurs with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made on November 8, 2007 for applications A2007-0055, A2007-0057, A2007-0059 and A2007-0060 and that Staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment; and THAT Council does not concur with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made on November 8, 2007 for application A2007-0058 and authorizes staff to appeal the decision of the Committee of Adjustment to the Ontario Municipal Board. “CARRIED” Report # 2 - Confidential Verbal Report of the Solicitor, Director of Finance/Treasurer and Director of Planning Services - Legal Matter Report # 3 - Confidential Verbal Report of the Director of Planning Services - Property Matter Council Meeting Minutes - 18 - November 26, 2007 Resolution #C-635-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Reports #2 and #3 be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered during the “closed” session of Council. “CARRIED” UNFINISHED BUSINESS Resolution #C-636-07 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the presentation of Suzanne McCrimmon, Clarington Board of Trade, be received with thanks. “CARRIED” Resolution #C-637-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the delegation of Jesse Parsons be received with thanks; and, THAT the organizers of CAMFEST be congratulated on the success of the event. “CARRIED” OTHER BUSINESS Resolution #C-638-07 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT Council recess for five minutes following which the meeting be “closed” in order to consider Confidential Reports #2 and #3 concerning legal and property matters. “CARRIED” The meeting reconvened in open session at 11:05 p.m. Council Meeting Minutes - 19 - November 26, 2007 Resolution #C-639-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the actions taken during the ‘closed’ session be ratified. “CARRIED” Resolution #C-640-07 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the rules of order be suspended to allow for a motion of reconsideration of the resolution pertaining to the Committee of Adjustment decisions to be introduced. “MOTION LOST” BY-LAWS Resolution #C-641-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2007-219 to 2007-222, inclusive, and that the said by-laws be now read a first and second time. “CARRIED” 2007-219 Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle (Aspen Springs West Limited) 2007-220 Being a By-law toamend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington (Arnot Wotten) 2007-221 Being a By-law to exempt certain portions of Registered Plans 40M-2202 from Part Lot Control 2007-222 Being a By-law to authorize the Mayor and Municipal Clerk to execute an Option Agreement respecting the purchase by the Municipality of a portion of 1685 Bloor Street, Courtice, Ontario, as shown as Part 4 on Reference Plan 40R-25086 from Hope Fellowship Christian Reformed Church Council Meeting Minutes - 20- November 26, 2007 Resolution #C-642-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2007-219 to 2007-222 inclusive, be approved. "CARRIED" CONFIRMING BY-LAW Resolution #C-643-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2007-223, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held on the 26th day of November, 2007, and that the said by-law be now read a first and second time. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-644-07 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2007-223 be approved. "CARRIED" ADJOURNMENT Resolution #C-645-07 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Hooper THAT the meeting adjourn at 11 :10 p.m. "CARRIED"