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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
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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
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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;
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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
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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"