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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/04/2008 CJ.fJLiJ1gton GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE DATE: TIME: PLACE: February 4, 2008 9:30 A.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. ROLL CALL 2. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. ANNOUNCEMENTS 4. MINUTE$ (a) Minutes of a Special Meeting of January 18, 2008 (b) Minutes of a Regular Meeting of January 21, 2008 401 413 5. PRESENTATIONS There are no presentations. 6. DELEGATIONS (List as of time of Publication) 601 (a) Jason King, Alcatraz, Regarding Report EGD-009-08 (b) Richard Ward, Regarding numerous topics that were received in the past without action. 7. PUBLIC MEETINGS (a) Application to Amend the Clarington Zoning By-Law and Proposed Draft 701 Plan of Subdivision Applicant: William Tonno Construction Limited and Kingsberry Properties Report: PSD-012-08 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1 C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 G.P. & A. Agenda -2- February 4,2008 . 8. PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT (a) PSD-012-08 Environmental Impact Study - Kingsberry/Tonno Applications for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-Law Amendment Applicant: William Tonno Construction Limited and Kingsberry Properties 801 (b) PSD-013-08 Monitoring of the Decisions of the Committee of Adjustment for the Meeting of January 17, 2008 826 (c) PSD-014-08 Annual Report on Site Plan Activities for 2007 830 (d) PSD-015-08 Update on the Implementation of the Growth Plan for the 844 Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2006 (e) PSD-016-08 Draft Plan of Condominium Application 858 Applicant: 1709599 Ontario Inc. 9. ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT (a) EGD-008-08 Appointment of Inspector (b) EGD-009-08 Courtice Skate Park Naming 901 904 . 10. OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT No Reports 11. EMERGENCY AND FIRE SERVICES DEPARTMENT No Reports 12. COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT No Reports 13. MUNICIPAL CLERK'S DEPARTMENT (a) CLD-003-08 2006 Municipal Election..;. Charges Against the Municipality of Clarington in the Ontario Court of Justice (b) CLD-004-08 2008 Animal Licence Sales Campaign (c) CLD-005-08 Volunteer Recognition Event 2008 (d) CLD-006-08 Appointment of a Parking Enforcement Officer 1301 1305 1308 1311 G.P. & A. Agenda -3- February 4, 2008 14. CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT (a) COD-004-08 Tender CL2007-51, Grass Cutting and Trimming 1401 (b) COD-008-08 Contract Agreement - Bell Mobility 1404 (c) COD-009-08 Tender CL2007-52 Supply & Delivery of Oils & Lubricants 1407 15. FINANCE DEPARTMENT (a) FND-003-08 List of Applications for Cancellation, Reduction, Apportionments or Refund of Taxes 1501 (b) FND-004-08 Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative 1507 16. CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE No Reports 17. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 18. OTHER BUSINESS 19. COMMUNICATIONS (a) Letter from Clifford Curtis, Regarding Public Meeting Report PSD-012-08 (Motion to refer correspondence to the Director of Planning Services) 1901 20. ADJOURNMENT ClNilJgton Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 18,2008 Minutes of a Special meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on Monday, January 18, 2008 at 9:30 a.m., in the Council Chambers. ROLL CALL Present Were: Absent Were: Also Present: Mayor J. Abernethy Councillor A. Foster Councillor R. Hooper Councillor M. Novak Councillor G. Robinson Councillor C. Trim Councillor W. Woo Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu Director of Community Services, J. Caruana Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella Director of Planning Services, D. Crome Director .of Operations, F. Horvath Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano Director of Finance, N . Taylor Fire Chief, Emergency Services, G. Weir Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie Clerk II, E. Atkinson Mayor Abernethy chaired the meeting. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated for this meeting. PRESENTATIONS Nancy Taylor, Director of Finance provided a presentation to the Committee highlighting the following: . Financiallndicators . Current/Operating Overview . Capital Budget . Status of Reserve Funds . Long-Term Debt . Next Year 401 Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 18,2008 Ms. Taylor advised the Committee that Clarington participates in an annual study performed by BMA Management Consulting Inc., a study which includes 79 Ontario municipalities representing 80% of the Ontario population. This provides a valuable tool for comparing municipalities and affordability from a local perspective. Ms. Taylor spoke regarding the 2006 population statistics and informed the Committee that Clarington's population is up 57.3% from 1991 - 2006. She provided the Committee with the assessment breakdown between residential and non-residential as well as the net municipal levy per capita between selected municipalities. Ms. Taylor informed the Committee that, with regards to property taxes as a percentage of income, Clarington ranks in the middle with 3.1 % of household income going towards property taxes. Ms. Taylor stated that Clarington's tax rates are at the average in most categories with the exception of large industrial which is low and Clarington has the 29th lowest net levy per capita out of the 79 participants. She provided the Committee with an overview of the 2008 budget as well as a summary on the budget impact, a brief overview on the proposed draft capital budget and listed the significant capital projects. A budget status of Reserve Funds as well as a summary of Reserve Funds was provided. Ms. Taylor highlighted development charge items for consideration and debt summary. DELEGATIONS Sally Barrie, Community Care Durham, Clarington, addressed the Committee regarding Community Care's 2008 budget requests. She stated that Community Care Durham, Clarington is a multi-care organization which provides services locally for residents and their care givers. She informed the Committee that the organization is funded by the Ministry of Health under the Long Term Care section. Community Care Durham, Clarington currently has 1600 registered clients and 400 volunteers. The Meals on Wheels program has 12 routes in Clarington and the transportation van makes 25,000 trips per year to clients in need. Ms.. Barrie stated there is an increase in the demands for services from Community Care, especially for the Meals on Wheels service. Currently the cost if $6.00/meal. The organization will need to find a new food provider but for now they are still using the hospital to cover this service. Ms. Barrie thanked the Committee for their support in the past and looks forward to their support in the future. Richard Toms and Jean-Michel Komarnicki, Visual Arts Centre, addressed the Committee regarding the Centre's 2008 budget request. Mr. Toms gave a brief update on project and events held in 2007 as well as new projects and events planned for 2008. Mr. Toms and Mr. Komarnicki thanked the Committee for all their support and stated that they look forward to working with the Municipality of Clarington in the future. Brian Purdy and Edith Hopkins, Clarington Public Library, addressed the Committee regarding the 2008 budget request. Mr. Purdy spoke regarding the highlights and accomplishments of the Clarington Public Library. He informed the Committee of the six core principles which are; accessibility, accountability, intellectual freedom, quality service, responsiveness and teamwork/partnerships. He spoke of the Community Partnerships and provided the Committee with fast facts for 2007 such as the number of visits, electronic visits, program attendance, borrowing and library card holders. He - 2 - 402 Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 18, 2008 advised of the 2007 accomplishments such as; improved hours of service, Clarington Caught, Read event, improved accessibility at Courtice branch, improved internet access, participation in Orono's 175th anniversary and the new website. Mr. Purdy spoke in regards to the 2008 funding sources the library receives from both provincial and municipal governments as well as the funding from fines and fees. Resolution #GPA-023-08 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the rules of order be suspended to allow the delegation to continue past the 5 minute time frame. CARRIED Mr. Purdy informed the Committee of the priorities for the future as well as the positive feedback the library has received from the residents of Clarington. He thanked the Committee for all their support and stated that the Board looks forward to working with the Municipality in the future. Martha Rutherford-Conrad, Clarington Museum and Archives, addressed the Committee regarding the 2008 budget request. Ms. Rutherford-Conrad informed the Committee that the Clarington Museum and Archives is a dynamic organization that preserves the past while taking a proactive role in Clarington's future. She spoke regarding exhibits in 2007 as well as new programming for 2008. This new programming may necessitate the future hiring of additional staff members. Ms. Rutherford-Conrad informed the Committee of highlights and challenges resulting from the 2007 financial budget. She spoke of the plans for 2008 and thanked the Committee for their support in the past as well as the anticipated support for the future. Angie Darlison, Executive Director, Clarington Older Adults Association, addressed the Committee regarding the 2008 budget request. Ms. Darlison informed the Committee that the 50+ population has grown within the Municipality therefore their membership has increased as well. The Association consists of mostly volunteers and three paid staff members. Ms. Darlison spoke of the programs and events which are.offered by the Association, informing the Committee the Association is asking for funding in the amount of $114,750.00 and the balance of the required budget will be raised through fund raising events. The goals of the Association for 2008 include increased awareness of the programs and events offered, increased membership, as well as increased facility rentals. -3- 403 Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 18, 2008 Michael Patrick, President, Clarington Board of Trade, addressed the Committee regarding Report CAO-001-08. He informed the Committee of the letters of thanks the Board of Trade has received from various companies within the Municipality. He would like to see the continued proactive relationship between the Municipality and the Board carried forward. Mr. Patrick stated that Clarington has done well regarding industrial relationships and economic development. He would like to have the Board focus on business retention and would like to see the communication between the Board and Council improved. The Board will be improving initiatives via modem technology. He thanked the Committee for their support in the past and looks forward to the future. Resolution #GPA-024-08 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Committee recess for 15 minutes. CARRIED The meeting reconvened at 11 :30 a.m. Elaine Garnett, Channel 12, addressed the Committee regarding The Clarington Green Challenge. She requested financial assistance to assist with the necessary funds required to pay for 45 30-second commercials every month for a total of 540 commercials. She informed the Committee Channel 12 has committed $30,000.00 to the program and Veridian and Waste Management are very interesting in participating. She looks forward to hearing from the Municipality of Clarington as to whether they would like to be a partner in this great event. Marie Marano, Director of Corporate Services provided the Committee with a PowerPoint presentation regarding the department's 2008 budget requests. She described to the Committee the current IT network and spoke regarding the necessary improvements required to continue with IT services to the Municipal Administrative Centre as well as to the outside facilities. Resolution #GPA-025-08 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the rules of ord.er be suspended to allow the delegations of the department heads to exceed the 5 minute time frame. CARRIED Patti Barrie, Municipal Clerk, provided the Committee with a brief update regarding the department's 2008 budget requests. She informed the Committee that the priority requirement for the Clerk's department is the need for a part-time clerk for Animal Services to deal with the increase in office work and the need for a part-time Parking Enforcement Officer to deal with the increased number of parking complaints. -4- 404 Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 18, 2008 Gord Weir, Director of Emergency Services, provided the Committee with a brief update regarding the department's 2008 budget request. Mr. Weir described which vehicles need to be replaced as well as equipment/gear and monitoring systems that need to be replaced or upgraded. Tony Cannella, Director of Engineering SerVices, provided the Committee with a brief update regarding the department's 2008 budget request. Mr. Cannella informed the Committee of the challenges that face the Engineering Services Department in regards to road network health, municipal structures, municipal servicing and park development. The 2008 Capital Projects were highlighted. Fred Horvath, Director of Operations, provided the Committee with a brief update regarding the department's 2008 budget request. Mr. Horvath spoke regarding the rural road resurfacing program, winter maintenance, grass cutting, utility increases, line painting, dust control and catch basins. Mr. Horvath informed the Committee of the effects the Municipality's growth has had on the need for sidewalks and parks. He also informed the Committee of the Capital Budget requirements for the Operations Department. Resolution #GPA-026-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the Committee recess for one hour. CARRIED The meeting reconvened at 2:00 p.m. Joseph Caruana, Director of Community Services, provided the Committee with highlights for the 2008 budget request from Community Services. He informed the Committee of the special events, staff development, special equipment training and consulting required for 2008 from the Administration Division and budget requests from the Facilities Division such as arena rink board replacement, building audits and refurbishing structural steel at the Rickard Recreation Complex. Mr. Caruana spoke regarding the energy conservation at both the Rickard Recreation Complex and the Darlington Sports Arena, the new construction for the Newcastle facility. He informed the Committee of the 2008 budget requests from the Recreation Division and.the 2008 initiatives. David Crome, Director of Planning Services, provided the Committee with a brief update regarding 2008 budget requests from the Planning Services Department. He informed the Committee of the priorities for 2008 and that the planning application fees are recovering a greater portion of costs. Mr. Crome spoke regarding the land acquisition as well as the community improvement and development projects. He advised the Committee the development activity remains strong and spoke regarding the major policy projects needed to move ahead. -5- 405 Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 18, 2008 CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICE DELIVERY Resolution # GPA-027-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT Report CAO-001-08 be received; and THAT the Mayor and the Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement with the Clarington Board of Trade for the provision of economic development services, subject to the following terms: a) A three-year contract for 2008 to 2010 inclusive with the option for a one year automatic renewal subject to agreement by both parties and at a 3 percent fee increase; b) The fee for service shall be $103,000 for 2008; $106,500 for 2009 and $110,000 for 2010; c) The responsibilities assigned to the Board will be under the general umbrella of economic development with special focus on business attraction and retention; d) The Board shall report and update council quarterly pertaining to all economic development activities undertaken; e) The Board and its employees shall refrain from engaging in any activity that would negatively impair the relationship between the Municipality and the Board; and f) The Municipality will continue to provide free office space to the Board at the Tourism Office at Liberty Street/Highway 401. CARRIED CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT CORPORATE NEWSPAPER ADVERTISING 2007 REVIEW Resolution #GP A-028-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim. THAT Report COD-001-08 be received for information. CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING (SEE FOllOWING AMENDING MOTION) .6. 406 Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 18,2008 Resolution #GPA-029-08 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the foregoing Resolution #GPA-028-08 be amended by adding the following thereto: . "THAT $20,000 be added to the Advertising Budget to allow for the publication of a quarterly communique; and THA r a status report on the publication be provided to the General Purpose and Administration Committee in the fall of 2008. ft CARRIED The following Resolution #GPA-028-08 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED. FINANCE DEPARTMENT 2008 CURRENT AND CAPITAL BUDGET Resolution #GPA-030-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT Report FNO-001-08 be received; THAT the base 2008 Operating and Capital Budgets as outlined in Schedule "Aft to Report FNO-001-08, at an estimated tax levy impact of 2.91 % (exclusive of tax policy impacts), as directed in FNO-001-08 be approved; THAT direction be provided on the items listed as added funding levels related to growth or new services including staffing levels as itemized in Schedule "Bft to Report FNO-001-08; THAT the Schedules "Cft, "Oft and "Eft, attached to Report FND-001-08, outlining Reserve and Reserve Fund Contributions be approved; THAT approximately $1,000,000 be drawn from the Rate Stabilization Reserve Fund to offset the tax rate impact; THAT the financing of capital projects, as outlined in the document attached to Report FND-001-08 be approved; THAT the capital forecast be received for information; -7- 407 Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 18,2008 THAT the external agencies, referred to in Report FND-001-08 be advised of Council's decision regarding their grant request; THAT the 2008 departmental business plans included in the document attached to Report FND-001-08 be received for information; THAT for 2008, the net proceeds from the Mayor's Golf Tournament be directed to the Memorial Hospital Foundation - Bowmanville, with the tournament to be continued to be administered by municipal staff; THAT titles and name changes be approved as identified in Report FND-001-08; THAT as referred from the 2007 budget process, $53,000 be approved for funding for . physician recruitment to be drawn from the Economic Development Reserve Fund subject to the approval for reserve fund contributions noted above; and THAT the appropriate By-laws to levy the 2008 tax requirements for Municipal, Regional and Education purposes be forwarded to Council for approval, once final tax policy information is available. CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTIONS) Resolution #GPA-031-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Insurance Account be reduced to $50,000 from $100,000. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-032-Q8 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the Newcastle Aquatic Facility Account be reduced by $125,000. . . MOTION LOST Resolution #GPA-033-08 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the Newcastle Aquatic Facility Account be reduced by $250,000. CARRIED -8- 408 Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 18, 2008 Resolution #GPA-034-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the Veridian Dividends Account be increased by $27,200. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-035-08 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the operation of Total Hockey cease as of March 1, 2008, recognizing an overall budget savings of $45,000. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-036-08 Moved by Coul)cillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Tax Levy Support to Capital ($314,597) be approved. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-037-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Health and Safety Ergonomics/Documentation Account be approved in the amount of $20,000. LOST Resolution #GPA-038-08 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Health and Safety Ergonomics/Documentation Account be approved in the amount of $10,000. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-039-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the PSAB Report Account b~ approved in the amount of $20,000. CARRIED -9- 409 Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 18, 2008 Resolution #GPA-040-08 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Abandoned Cemetery Board Account be increased by $7,000. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-041-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the Sidewalk Maintenance (Not Salary) Account be increased by $19,000. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-042-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Catch Basin/Storm Sewer Professional Fees Account be increased by $35,000. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-043-08 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the Pavement Marking Account be increased by $10,000. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-044-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the Rural Roads Surface Treatment Account be increased by $100,000. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-045-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Dust Control Account be increased by $17,000. CARRIED .10. 410 Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 18, 2008 Resolution #GPA-046-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Sanding/SaltinglWinter Maintenance (Not Salary) Account be increased by $20,000. CARRIED Resoultion #GPA-047-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Bowmanville 150th/Holiday Train Account be approved in the amount of $10,000. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-048-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Labourer position in the Operations Department be approved. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-049-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the Labourer position in the Operations Department be approved. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-050-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Novak. THAT the request for the Gardener position in the Operations Department be denied. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-051-08 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim -. THAT the Mechanic Apprentice position in the Operations Department be approved. CARRIED -11 . 411 Special General Purpose and Administration Committee . Minutes January. 18, 2008 Resolution #GPA-052-0S Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the Senior Planner position in the Planning Services Department be approved. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-053-0S Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Part-Time Parking Enforcement position in the Municipal Clerk's Department be approved. CARRIED Resolution #GP A-054-0S Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the Part-Time Clerk 1, Animal Services in the Municipal Clerk's Department be approved. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-055-0S Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT $10,500 for the Living Green Committee be identified in the Planning Services "Committeeft Budget, pending a report to Council on January 2S, 200S. CARRIED The foregoing Resolution #GPA-030-0S was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS ~MENDED. ADJOURNMENT Resolution # GPA-056-0S Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the meeting adjourn at 4:37 p.m. CARRIED MAYOR MUNICIPAL CLERK .12. 412 CJ. 0 ~[f}lJgtll General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 Minutes of a meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on Monday, January 21,2008 at 9:30 a.m., in the Council Chambers. ROLL CALL Present Were: Absent Were: Also Present: Mayor J. Abernethy (Left at 1 :42 p.m.) Councillor A. Foster Councillor R. Hooper Councillor M. Novak Councillor G. Robinson Councillor C. Trim CouncillorW. Woo (vacation) Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu Director of Community Services, J. Caruana Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella Director of Planning Services, D. Crome Director of Operations, F. Horvath Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano Director of Finance, N. Taylor Fire Chief, Emergency Services, G. Weir Deputy Clerk, A. Greentree Clerk II, E. Atkinson Mayor Abernethy chaired this portion of the meeting. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated for this meeting. ANNOUNCEMENTS There were no announcements. 413 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 MINUTES Resolution #GPA-057 -08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the minutes of the regular meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on January 7,2008, be approved. CARRIED PRESENTATIONS Tom Barrie, Chair of the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington provided the Committee with an annual update. Mr. Barrie spoke regarding the three resolutions to Council from the Agricultural Advisory Committee which were: road closure permits and police escort for the Farmers' Parade of Lights; opposing the direct election of the Regional Chair; and endorsement of the resolution requesting Province of Ontario to separate farmland from managed forest in the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund and to establish separate and distinct funding programs with 100% reimbursement to municipalities for their annual lost property tax revenue on managed forest and farmland properties. Mr. Barrie provided the Committee with a synopsis of 2007 Committee activities. He advised that three resolutions will be presented at the January 28th, 2008 Council meeting regarding trespassing, vandalism and theft from farms and the penalties that have been sending the wrong message to the public. He thanked Municipal Staff for their assistance with the Committee. Mirka Januszkiewicz, Director of Waste Management Services addressed the Committee regarding 2008 Waste Initiatives and Services for the Municipality of Clarington. Ms. Januszkiewicz informed the Committee of the comparisons between the curbside collection programs across the Region. Clarington's diversion rate of 42% is lower than others primarily because we only have recycle pick up every two weeks. Ms. Januszkiewicz informed the Committee they are receptive to new recycling ideas such as the agricultural balewrap recycling program. She highlighted the proposed tender waste collection and considerations for the new waste tender including the implementation date of March 31, 2009. The two special events days held in 2007 were very successful and she advised that Clarington may have more than two days in 2008 if requested. Ms. Januszkiewicz stated there will be public information sessions held in Clarington regarding the new waste collection contract, the waste collection by-law and other waste issues. Ms. Januszkiewicz believed that 70% diversion could be achieved by the year 2010. She advised the Committee that the Region received over 23,000 emails from residents who had questions regarding garbage pick up or inquires as to how Durham can improve their waste reduction. At the end of March Council will give direction in regards to garbage and waste pick up and she is hoping they will agree to transparent garbage bags. She does realize that all of these changes will not eliminate illegal dumping but expects it to help with waste reduction as people will hopefully be more diligent with what they put into their garbage. She also advised the Committee - 2 - 414 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 that Durham Region is currently the only region that has an employee at the transfer station who sorts the garbage and removes anything that is recyclable. Ms. Januszkiewicz confirmed the following: that representatives of the Region would do a presentation to the Business sector, that a Regional finance representative will attend with her when she presents her budget to Council, and she will contact the Town of Markham regarding recycling at super mail boxes. Peter Watson, Manager of Waste Management Durham Region addressed the Committee regarding the history of waste processing in Durham. Mr. Watson reported on the Long Term Waste Management Strategy Plan from 2000 to 2010. He highlighted major events starting from May 1998 through to January 2008. Mr. Watson informed the Committee of the Waste Plan Goals for Durham Region and of the Region's successes from 2000 to 2007 as well as the diversion percentages. He stated the waste diversion has increased significantly and the diversion rate for Clarington has leveled off with the amount of garbage they produce, but believes this will change once by-weekly garbage pick up is introduced. Mr. Watson confirmed that the Waste Management Advisory Committee has not met for some time. The Durham Recycling Region Centre is expected to last for about 15 years. Resolution #GPA-058-08 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Committee recess for 10 minutes. CARRIED The meeting resumed at 11 :30 a.m. Resolution #GPA-059-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Agenda be altered to hold the Public Meeting at this time and to consider Report PSD-007 -08 immediately following the Public Meeting. CARRIED Councillor Novak chaired this portion of the meeting. PUBLIC MEETING (a) Subject: Application to Amend Zoning By-Law 84-63 Applicant: Shell Canada Limited Reports: PSO-o07-o8 Richard Holy, Senior Planner, Planning Services Department, provided a verbal report supported by a PowerPoint presentation pertaining to Report PSD-007 -08. -3- 415 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 No one spoke in opposition to or support of Report PSD-007 -08. Mr. Robert Dragecivic, Walker & Knott, Dragecivic Associates, was present on behalf of the applicant to address any concerns or questions raised at today's meeting. There were no questions or concerns raised regarding Report PSD-007 -08. PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT PROPOSED REZONING APPLICATION APPLICANT: SHELL CANADA LIMITED Resolution #GPA-060-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT ReportPSD-007-08 b~ received; THAT the application to amend the Municipality of Clarington Zoning By-law 84-63, as amended, as contained in Attachment 2 to Report PSD-007-08 be approved; THAT a copy of Report PSD-007-08 and Council's decision be forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Durham Planning Department; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-007 -08 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-061-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the agenda be altered to consider the remaining three Planning Service Departments reports at this time. CARRIED -4- 416 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 MONITORING OF THE DECISIONS OF THE COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT FOR THE MEETINGS OF DECEMBER 6 AND DECEMBER 20, 2007 Resolution #GPA-062-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Report PSD-008-08 be received; and THAT Council concurs with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made on December 6, and December 20, 2007 for applications A2007 -0059 and A2007 -0064 and that Staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment. CARRIED APPLICATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART LOT CONTROL APPLICANT: ASPEN SPRINGS WEST LIMITED ASPEN SPRINGS PHASE II (40M-2214) AND PHASE III (40M-2240) Resolution #GPA-063-08 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Mayor Abernethy THAT Report PSD-009-08 be received; THAT the request for Removal of Part Lot Control by Aspen Springs West Limited with respect to Block 48 on Plan 40M-2214 and Block 76 on Plan 40M-2240 be approved and that the Part Lot Control By-Law attached to Report PSD-009-08 be passed pursuant to Section 50(7.1) of the Planning Act and a copy forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Durham Planning Department; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-009-08 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE D- 7 - BROCKTON RESOLUTION ON FUNDING OF CONSERVATION AUTHORITIES Resolution #GP A-064-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Report PSD-010-08 be received; THAT the correspondence from the Municipality of Brockton regarding the funding of Conservation Authorities be received for information; and -5- 417 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 THAT the Municipality of Brockton, our member Conservation Authorities and Conservation Ontario receive Report PSD-01 0-008 and be advised of Council's . decision. CARRIED Mayor Abernethy chaired this portion of the meeting. DELEGATIONS Markus Lise addressed the Committee requesting financial assistance for the "Ending the Cycle of Poverty" fund raising event. Mr. Lise informed the Committee that this is a very ambitious goal and is not a simple one. He plans on cycling across the American continent and is looking to raise funds and to help raise awareness of poverty both locally and abroad. He advised the Committee that the adventure will cost approximately $10,000.00. John Stephenson addressed the Committee regarding planning for the economic future. Mr. Stephenson expressed concerns regarding the possible reduction of our standard of living over the next two to four years due to increased food prices and severe shortage of fuel oils. Mr. Stephenson expressed concerns over the collapsing of the world's financial situation in 2008. He would like to see the following awareness increased: a concentration on the reduction in the population of cities; the construction of bicycle lanes beside all roads to encourage people to reduce the number of journeys they make in their vehicles; an increase in the use of solar energy; a reduction of street lighting; and encouragement of residents to grow their own food. Kerry Meydam addressed the Committee regarding Report FND-002-08. Ms. Meydam thanked the Committee for passing the resolution to reinstate recommendations made in Report PSD-141-07. Ms. Meydam would like to see the Region pay for all necessary studies relating to the Energy From Waste facility. She expressed that she would like to see Clarington continue its due diligence and request that the Region approve funding for further peer reviews beyond those already done. She stated the first priority of the Municipality should be the health, safety and financial well-being of the residents in Clarington, She would like to see other alternatives considered. She requested Council to consider attending and sending staff to the 4th Canadian Waste Resource Symposium to be held in mid April in Halifax. Louis Bertrand addressed the Committee regarding Energy from Waste and garbage pick up. He thanked the Region for their plans for diversion and harmonizing waste collection. He also liked the special programs like the balewrap recycling for the farm communities. Mr. Bertrand spoke regarding the success of the hazardous and electronic waste drop-off events and questioned why Clarington is stuck at 42% diversion rate. He requested that the mixed messages regarding the incinerator be discontinued and asked that Clarington not stop when they achieve 70% diversion rate, but to continue to see how far they can actually go. Mr. Bertrand believes zero waste is achievable and further believes the proposed EFW facility diverts us from this goal. -6- 418 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 Councillor Foster chaired this portion of the meeting. ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT ON BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY FOR DECEMBER, 2007 Resolution #GPA-065-08 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Report EGO-003-08 be received for information. CARRIED MUNICIPAL ACCESS AGREEMENTS BETWEEN: THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON AND ROGERS CABLE COMMUNICATIONS, INC. AND THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON AND BELL CANADA Resolution #GPA-066-08 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Report EGO-004-08 be received; THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a Municipal Access Agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Bell Canada; and THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a Municipal Access Agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Rogers Cable Communications Inc. CARRIED INTERSECTION OF ROSSWELL DRIVE AND SOUTH FIELD AVENUE COURTICE, REQUESTED ALL-WAY STOP Resolution #GP A-06? -08 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report EGO-005-08 be received; -7- 419 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21,2008 THAT the request for an all-way stop at the intersection of Rosswell Drive and Southfield Avenue be denied; and THAT staff. periodically monitor Southfield Avenue for speeds as part of the Traffic Watch Program and encourage residents to participate in the Road Watch Program. CARRIED PROPOSAL TO CLOSE AND CONVEY A PORTION OF TWO SEPARATE UNOPEN ROAD ALLOWANCES SITUATED IN LOT 18, CONCESSION 5, FORMER TOWNSHIP OF DARLINGTON Resolution #GPA-068-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Report EGO-006-08 be received; THAT Council authorize the publication of a notice of application that the Municipality intends to pass a by-law to close that part of the unopen 4.88 metre wide road allowance situated immediately south of 49 Perry Avenue, Hampton, (Attachment No.1 to Report EGO-006-08) and in Lot 18, Concession 5, Former Township of Darlington, pursuant to section 34 of the Municipal Act and By-Law No. 95-22; THAT when Section 34 of the Municipal Act and By-Law No. 95-22 have been complied with, Council pass a by-law and declare that portion of the 4.88 metre wide road allowance situated immediately south of 49 Perry Avenue, Hampton, to be surplus; THAT subject to Council's consideration of any representations made at the public meeting respecting the passing of by-laws declaring the subject lands to be surplus, and authorizing the closure of the subject lands as a public highway and its conveyance to the applicant, Council pass the necessary by-laws to implement Report EGO-006-08; THAT the request from Mr. Andy Meima to legally close the unopen portion of Edmonson Avenue (Attachment No.1 to Report EGO-006-08) be denied; THAT the applicant pay all legal, advertising, appraisal and land costs associated with this transaction; and THAT Mr. Andy Meima be advised of-Council's decision. CARRIED -8. 420 ' General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 ASPEN SPRINGS WEST SUBDIVISION PHASE 1, PLAN 40M-2185, BOWMANVILLE, 'CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE' AND 'ASSUMPTION BY- LAWS', FINAL WORKS INCLUDING ROADS AND OTHER RELATED WORKS Resolution #GPA-069-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Report EGD-007 -08 be received; THAT the Director of Engineering Services be authorized to issue a 'Certificate of Acceptance' for the Final Works, which include final stage roads and other related Works, constructed within Plans 40M-2185 and 40M-1816; and THAT Council approve the by-laws attached to Report EGD-007-08, assuming certain streets within Plans 40M-2185 and 40M-1816 as public highways. ' CARRIED OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda. Mayor Abernethy chaired this portion of the meeting. EMERGENCY AND FIRE SERVICES DEPARTMENT MONTHLY RESPONSE REPORT - DECEMBER 2007 Resolution #GPA-070-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT Report ESD-002-08 be received for information. CARRIED COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda. -9- 421 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 Councillor Hooper chaired this portion of the meeting. CLERK'S DEPARTMENT REQUEST FOR AMENDMENTS TO THE PROPERTY STANDARDS BY-LAW Resolution #GPA-071-08 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Report CLD-001-08 be received; THAT the complaint process within the Property Standards By-law remain unchanged; and THAT Mr. John Mutton and Mr. John Rice be advised of Council's decision. CARRIED ANIMAL SERVICES QUARTERLY REPORT - OCTOBER TO DECEMBER, 2007 Resolution #GPA-072-08 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT Report CLD-002-08 be received; and THAT a copy of Report CLD-002-08 be forwarded to the Animal Alliance of Canada and the Animal Advisory Committee. CARRIED CONFIDENTIAL VERBAL REPORT FROM MUNICIPAL CLERK AND SOLlCITOR- LEGAL MATTER Resolution #GPA-073-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the Confidential Verbal Report from the Municipal Clerk and Solicitor regarding a Legal Matter be referred to the end of the Agenda, to be considered during a closed session. CARRIED -10 - 422 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 Mayor Abernethy Chaired this portion of the meeting. CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT THEATRE DANCE ACADEMY - LEASE EXTENSION COURTICE COMMUNITY COMPLEX Resolution #GPA-074-08 Moved by Councillor Roboinson, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT Report COD-002-08 be received; THAT the Lease Extension from the Theatre Dance Academy for the lease of space in the Courtice Community Complex in the amount of $18,800.00 per year for the term of February 1, 2008 to January 31, 2013 be approved; and THAT the By-law attached to Report COD-002-08 marked Schedule "A", authorizing the Mayor and the Clerk to execute the lease agreement with the Theatre Dance Academy, be forwarded to Council for approval. CARRIED HAMPTON VALLEY LANDS, AMENDING LEASE AGREEMENT Resoultion #GPA-075-08 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Report COD;.003-08 be received; THAT the Lease Agreement Renewal from CLOCA for the use of the Hampton Valley Lands in the amount of $2.00 per annum for the term of January 1, 2007 to December 31,2012 be approved; THAT the Hampton Citizen's Association be advised of the lease renewal; and THAT the By-law attached to Report COD-003-08 marked Schedule "A", authorizing the Mayor and the Clerk to execute the Lease Agreement with CLOCA, be forwarded to Council for approval. CARRIED -11 . 423 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 FINANCE DEPARTMENT EFW - PEER REVIEW & ECONOMIC STUDIES COSTS TO DATE Resolution #GPA-076-08 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Report FND-002-08 be received; and THAT the estimated funding of $100,000 required for Energy From Waste Studies in excess of the Region of Durham funding of $300,000 be financed from the Impact/Escrow Reserve Fund. LOST (SEE FOLLOWING MOTIONS) Resolution #GPA-077-08 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report FND-002-08 be referred back to Staff; and THAT Staff report back at the February 4th, 2008 GPA meeting on the following to ensure openness, transparency and accountability: · Direction regarding item 2.11 of Report FND-002-08; and · Details regarding items 1.2, 1.3 and 1.4 of Report FND-002-08, particularly who is going to pay what, when and how. CARRIED Resolution #GPA-078-08 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the meeting be "closed" to discuss a legal matter. LOST -12 - 424 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE CONFIDENTIAL REPORT CAO-002-08, REGARDING: lABOUR RELATIONS AND CONFIDENTIAL REPORT CAO-003-08, REGARDING: lABOUR RELATIONS Resolution #GPA-079-0B Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Confidential Reports CAO-002-0B and CAO-003-0B be received; and THAT the actions taken as identified in the attachments to Confidential Report CAO-002-0B and CAO-003-0B be endorsed. CARRIED UNFINISHED BUSINESS PRESENTATION - TOM BARRIE, AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE UPDATE Resolution #GPA-OBO-OB Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the annual update from the Agricultural Advisory Committee as presented by Tom Barrie be received with thanks. CARRIED PRESENTATION - MIRKA JANUSZKIEWICZ, DIRECTOR OF WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES, DURHAM REGION, 2008 WASTE INITIATIVES AND SERVICES FOR THE MUNICIPALITY OF ClARINGTON Resolution #GPA-OB1-0B Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the presentation of Mirka Januszkiewicz be received with thanks. CARRIED -13 - 425 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 PRESENTATION - PETER WATSON, MANAGER OF WASTE MANAGEMENT, DURHAM REGION, HISTORY OF WASTE PROCESSING IN DURHAM Resolution #GPA-082-08 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the presentation of Peter Watson be received with thanks. CARRIED DELEGATION - MARKUS LISE Resolution #GPA-083-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the delegation of Markus Lise be received with thanks. CARRIED AS AMENDED (SEE FOLLOWING MOTION) Resolution #GPA-084-08 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Counicllor Hooper THAT the foregoing resolution be amended to add the following: "THAT the Director of Corporate Services consider placing a link on the Clarington Website to Mr. Lise's website to assist in promoting the Sea to Sea Ending the Cycle of Proverty event; and THAT Mr. Lise be supplied with a Municipality of Clarington promotional clothing item." CARRIED The foregoing Resolution #GPA-083-08 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED. DELEGATION - JOHN STEPHENSON Resolution #GPA-085-08 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the delegation of John Stephenson be received with thanks. CARRIED -14 - 426 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 DELEGATION - KERRY MEYDAM Resolution #GPA-086-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the delegation of Kerry Meydam be received with thanks. CARRIED DELEGATION - LOUIS BERTRAND Resolution #GPA-087 -08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the delegation of Louis Bertrand be received with thanks. CARRIED OTHER BUSINESS ONTARIO HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY, REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF FEES Resolution #GPA-088-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the hall rental fees of $395.00 for the Ontario Horticultural Society fund raising event be waived. WITHDRAWN Resolution #GPA-089-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Ontario Horticultural Society request for waiving of hall rental fees be denied; and THAT the Ontario Horticultural Society be advised that the funds may be granted to one of the four local horticultural groups though the annual grant application process. WITHDRAWN -15 - 427 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21,2008 Resolution #GPA-090-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the request from the Ontario Horticultural Society to waive the hall rental fee for a fund raising event be referred to the Director of Community Services to be considered in the 2008 Grant Process. CARRIED CIVIL MARRIAGE SERVICE - SEPTEMBER 6, 2008 Resolution #GPA-091-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson WHEREAS on December 13, 2004, Council passed By-law 2004-253 to "opt in" to providing civil marriage services; AND WHEREAS the authority to provide the civil marriage services extended to those services held Monday to Friday in the Municipal Administrative Centre only; AND WHEREAS the fee for civil marriages was set at $250 to cover the cost of staff time and use of the Municipal Administrative Centre; AND WHEREAS the Municipal Clerk has received a request to perform a civil marriage service outside of the parameters set by By-law 2004-253: NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON THAT the Municipal Clerk be authorized to perform a civil marriage service on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at the Newcastle Community Hall; THAT the $250 fee be waived in this instance; and THAT the appropriate by-law be forwarded to Council. CARRIED TOTAL HOCKEY ENTRANCE FEES Resolution #GPA-092-08 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the entrance fees to Total Hockey be waived effective February 4th, 2008. WITHDRAWN -16 - 428 General Purpose and Administration Committee Minutes January 21, 2008 Resolution #GPA-093-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the Director of Community Services report back to GPA on the viability of waiving the entrance fees to Total Hockey. CARRIED COMMUNICATIONS There were no Communications considered under this section of the Agenda. Resolution #GPA-094-08 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Committee recess for 5 minutes and reconvene in "closed" session. CARRIED Meeting reconvened in opened session at 2:06 p.m. ADJOURNMENT Resolution #GPA-095-08 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the meeting adjourn at 2:08 p.m. CARRIED MAYOR DEPUTY CLERK .17. 429 DRAFT LIST OF DELEGATIONS GPA Meeting: FEBRUARY 4,2008 (a) Philip Webster, Regulatory Program Director, Regarding New Licence Application Received by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (b) Richard Ward, Regarding numerous topics that were received in the past without action. 601 Cl~n CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING PUBLIC MEETING REPORT # PSD-012-08 WILLIAM TONNO CONSTRUCTION LIMITED AND KINGS BERRY PROPERTIEI I DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION BY: WILLIAM TONNO CONSTRUCTION LIMITED AN APPLICATION TO AMEND THE CLARINGTON ZONING BY-LAW AND PROPOSED DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington will consider a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, and a Draft Plan of Subdivision under Sections 34 and 51 respectively of the Planning Act, 1990, as amended. , APPLICATION DETAILS . The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision submitted by William Tonno Construction Limited would permit the development of an 84 residential unit Plan of Subdivision consisting of 52 single detached dwellings, 32 " townhouses, a public elementary school block, a block for a storm water management pond and an open space block. The subject property Is located between Tooley Road and Trulls Road, north of George Reynolds Drive as shown on reverse. Planning File Nos.:DEV89-067 and 18T -89055 PUBLIC MEETING The Municipality of Clarington will hold a public meeting to provide interested parties the opportunity to make comments, identify issues and provide additional information relative to the proposed development. The public meeting will be held on: DATE: Monday, February 4,2008 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, Municipal Administrative Centre, 40 Temperance St, Bowmanvllle, Ontario ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposal. The start time listed above reflects the time at which the General Purpose and Administration Committee Meeting commences. If you cannot attend the Public Meeting, on this application you can make a deputation to Council at their meeting on Monday, February 11, 2008, commencing at 7:00 p.m. Should you wish to appear before Council, you must register with the Clerks Department by the Wednesday noon, February 6, 2008, to have your name appear in the Agenda. COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS? If you wish to make a written submission or if you wish to be notified of subsequent meetings or the adoption of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision, you must submit a written' request to the' Clerk's Department, 2nd Floor, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, Ontario L 1C 3A6., Additional information relating to the proposal is available for inspection between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.. (during July 'and August 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.) at the Planning Services Department, 3rd Floor, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, Ontario L 1 C SA6, or by calling Tracey Webster at (905) 623-3379 extension 427 or by e-mail attwebstercmclarin~ton:.net. APPEAL If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at the public meeting or make written submissions to~he Municipality of Clarington Planning Services Department before the Draft Plan of Subdivision is approved, the perSon, or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of Clarington Council to the Ontario Municipal Board. If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissiqns to the Municipality of Clarington before the Draft Plan of Subdivision is approved, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party. ' Municipality of Clarington this 14th day of January, 2008. Davl rome, M.C.I.P.J R.P.P. Director of Planning Services Municipality. of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanvllle, Ontario L1C 3A6 701 -a - :i c . c t- E 0 Z 'a is - w c I :&! . 2 Q E 1i :s ....z CC c 0 u>>W ."c 0 u q:&! .".2 U - mcc o.! 0 ~~ m> c C9:a c 0 ~>- ....a t- CC)~ E em ....... ~ C) 0 c i 2E II Z iL ;.: 2 ~ . c Q ~ : i 702 Cl!Ki[]gton REPORT PLANNING SERVICES PUBLIC MEETING Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION MEETING Date: Monday, February 4, 2008 Report #: PSD-012-08 File No's: 18T-89055 and DEV 89-067 and By-law #: 18T -90003 and DEV 90-007 Subject: ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STUDY - KINGSBERRYITONNO APPLICATIONS FOR DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICANT: WILLIAM TONNO CONSTRUCTION LIMITED AND KINGSBERRY PROPERTIES RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report PSD-012-08 be received; 2. THAT the Environmental Impact Study for the Kingsberryrronno development proposals be received for information; 3. THAT staff continue processing the applications to amend the Zoning By-law and the proposed Plan of Subdivision, submitted by William Tonno Construction Limited to permit the development of 84 residential units; 4. THAT Staff continue processing the applications to amend the Zoning By-law and the proposed Plan of Subdivision, submitted by Kingsberry Properties to permit the development of 72 residential units; 5. THAT the applicant, Region of Durham, all interested parties listed in this report and any delegations be advised of Council's decision; and 6. THAT Rev. Earle Hawley be thanked for his effort and time as an area representative on the Steering Committee. 801 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 2 Submitted by: David J. Crome, M.C.I.P., R.P.P. Director of Planning Services r\ ~/1 _~ Reviewed by: ~ Franklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer lW/CP/DJC/df January 28, 2008 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF ClARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T (905)623-3379 F (905)623-0830 802 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 3 1.0 PURPOSE 1.1 The purpose of this report is to provide background details on two subdivision and rezoning applications in the Courtice Urban Area submitted by William Tonno Construction Limited and Kingsberry Properties. The report also provides details on the Environmental Impact Study undertaken for the referenced applications in accordance with the Municipality of Clarington Official Plan policies. 2.0 APPLICATION DETAILS 2.1 Application One 2.1.1 Applicant: William Tonno Construction Limited 2.1.2 Proposed Draft Approved Plan of Subdivision: The proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision includes 84 residential units consisting of 22 lots for 10.0 metre single detached dwellings; 25 lots for 12 metre single detached dwellings; 5 lots for 13.5 metre single detached dwellings; 8 blocks for 32 townhouse dwellings, a block for a portion of a public elementary school, stormwater management pond and an open space block. 2.1.3 Rezoning: To change the current zoning to permit the development of the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision. 2.1.4 Site Area: 9.058 hectares (22.382 acres) 2.2 Application Two 2.2.1 Applicant: Kingsberry Properties 2.2.2 Proposed Draft Approved Plan of Subdivision: The proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision includes 72 residential units consisting of 30 lots for 10.0 metre single detached dwellings, 10 lots for 12 metre single detached dwellings, 2 lots for 15 metre single detached dwellings, 7 blocks for 30 townhouse dwellings, and a block for a portion of a public elementary school. 2.2.3 Rezoning: To change the current zoning to permit the development of the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision. 2.2.4 Site Area: 6.218 hectares (15.364 acres) 803 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 4 3.0 LOCATION 3.1 The subject lands are located between Tooley Road and Trulls Road in Courtice north of George Reynolds Drive and Daiseyfield Drive (Attachment 1 and Attachment 2). 4.0 SITE CHARACTERISTICS AND SURROUNDING LAND USES 4.1 The subject site is currently vacant. Less than half of the site is covered with mature trees. The balance of the' site which had been cleared approximately twenty years ago is in a state of re-growth. A tributary of Farewell Creek runs through the north-west corner of the site. 4.2 Surrounding Uses (Attachment 3) North - South - East - Vacant lands, Farewell Creek and its tributary Urban Residential - Kassinger subdivision Urban Residential and Vacant lands subject to applications DEV90-007 and 18T -90003 Portion of the Farewell Creek and associated valley and beyond that lands fronting on Tooley Road West - 5.0 BACKGROUND 5.1 Application bv William Tonno Construction Ltd. 5.1.1 On January 9, 2008, D.G. Biddle & Associate Limited, on behalf of William Tonno Construction Limited, submitted a revised draft plan in support of the subdivision and rezoning applications. These applications would permit a subdivision containing a total of 84 units consisting of twenty-two, 10.0 metre single detached dwellings; twenty-five, 12.0 metre single detached dwellings; five, 13.5 metre single detached dwellings; thirty- two, townhouse units, a portion of a public elementary school block, stormwater management pond and an open space block. The revised draft plan was submitted in response to the findings of the Environmental Impact Study (EIS) prepared by Aquafor Beech. The draft EIS was presented to the public on November 1, 2007. The final report was completed in December, 2007. An overview of the EIS is contained in Section 8. 5.1.2 The current proposal is the second revision. The first revision submitted in January 2002, proposed a total of 116 dwelling units. The original application submitted in May 1989 contained a total of 93 dwelling units. The following chart illustrates the differences between the May 1989 proposal, the January 2002 revision and the current proposal. 804 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 5 10.0 m single detached units nfa nfa 22 12.0 m single detached units 36 58 25 13.5 m single detached units nfa nfa 5 15.0 m single detached units 57 51 nfa 18.0 m semi-detached units nfa 22 nfa 7.0 m townhouse units nfa 15 32 Total Residential Units 93 116 84 Total Residential Area (ha) 4.794 4.7 3.207 Retained by owner (ha) nfa nfa 0.220 Future Residential (ha) 0.529 0.03 0.042 School (ha) nfa 0.72 0.713 Stormwater Management Pond (ha) nfa 1.35 0.887 Open Space (ha) 0.997 0.75 1.447 Park (ha) 0.309 nfa nfa 0.3m Reserves (ha) 0.007 0.01 0.012 Road Allowance (ha) 2.114 3.40 2.530 Total Area of Submission (ha) 8.750 10.96 9.058 The total area of the submission increased in 2002 with the inclusion of lands north of the proposed Adelaide Avenue for a stormwater management pond and open space block. This area was removed from the plan in the latest submission as these lands are located within Special Study Area 6 of the Clarington Official Plan. Prior to considering development within this study area a watershed planning study for the Farewell and Black Creeks must be completed and approved by the Province, Conservation Authority, Region of Durham and the Municipality. 5.2 Application bv Kinasberrv Properties 5.2.1 On July 26, 2007 D.G. Biddle & Associate Limited, on behalf of Kingsberry Properties, submitted a revised draft plan drawing in support of the subdivision and rezoning applications. The revised drawing proposes a subdivision containing a total of 72 units consisting of thirty, 10.0 metre single detached dwellings; ten, 12.0 metre single detached dwellings; two, 15 metre single detached dwellings; thirty townhouse units, and a portion of a public elementary school block. The revised applications were submitted in response to the research findings for the Environmental Impact Study (EIS) prepared by Aquafor Beech. The draft EIS was 805 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 6 presented to the public on November 1, 2007. The final report was completed in December, 2007. An overview of the EIS is contained in Section 8. 5.2.2 The original application submitted in January 1990 consisted of 116 residential units. The first revision, submitted in the spring of 2000, contained 76 dwelling units. The following chart illustrates the differences between the 1990 proposal, the 2000 revision and the current proposal. 10.0 m single detached units nla nla 30 12.0 m single detached units 14 4 10 13.5 m single detached units nla 4 nla 15.0 m single detached units nla nla 2 18.0 m semi-detached/link lots (9.0m 102 36 nla units) 7.0 m townhouse units nla 32 30 Total Residential Units 116 76 72 Total Residential Area (ha) 4.0796 2.64 2.663 Future Residential (ha) 0.1386 0.09 0.090 School (ha) nla 1.5 1.5 0.3m Reserves (ha) 0.0020 0.01 0.01 Road Allowance (ha) 1.8993 1.95 1.955 Total Area of Submission (ha) 6.1195 6.19 6.218 5.2.3 The difference in area between the proposals is attributed to the addition of a lot that fronts onto Trulls Road in the vicinity of the proposed Adelaide Avenue extension; and the removal of a portion of Daiseyfield Avenue at the southwest comer of the plan. 5.3 In November 1989, Council adopted a resolution suspending all decisions on existing and future subdivision and rezoning applications north of Nash Road pending the results or a Need and Route Study for the extension of Adelaide Avenue. The 1991 Durham Region Official Plan recognized this need by identifying Adelaide Avenue as extending from Townline Road to Courtice Road. 5.4 In June 2004, the Region of Durham initiated an Environmental Assessment for the extension of Adelaide Avenue from Townline Road to Trulls Road. The purpose of the Study was to assess the need for the extension, identify the environmental impacts of alternative solutions and the design alternatives, and finally to identify the preferred alternative. The Study completed on November 18, 2005, recommended the construction of a three lane urban/semi-urban road extension from Townline Road to Trulls Road with a culvert bridge crossing over Harmony and Farewell Creeks. The 806 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 7 existing McLean Road right-of-way would be incorporated into the proposed Adelaide Avenue right-of-way. The proposed subdivisions include the Adelaide Avenue alignment in whole or in part generally as recommended in the Environmental Assessment. A local resident has requested that the Minister of the Environment (MOE) make an order for the project to comply with Part II of the Environmental Assessment Act. The primary concerns identified in the request were the crossing of the road through a provincially significant wetland, roads that may cause groundwater contamination and land pollution by spreading invasive species into environmentally sensitive areas and the use of culverts instead of free span bridges in proximity to fish spawning grounds. The Region is awaiting a decision from the MOE on the Part II order request. Until a decision is made, the route for the Adelaide Avenue extension is not finalized and a final recommendation on the proposed applications will not be forwarded to Council. 6.0 PROVINCIAL POLICY 6.1 Provincial Policy Statement The subject applications were submitted prior to the release of the new Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) on March 1, 2005. At the time of the original application a PPS regarding land use planning and management of natural heritage resources had not been issued. 7.0 OFFICIAL PLAN POLICIES 7.1 Durham Reo ion Official Plan The lands are designated Living Area within the Durham Regional Official Plan. Lands designated as Living Area permit the development of communities with defined boundaries, incorporating the widest possible variety of housing types, sizes and tenure. The proposed uses appear to conform to the Plan. 7.2 Clarinoton Official Plan The subject lands are predominantly designated Urban Residential. There is also an Environmental Protection Area designation related to a branch of the Farewell Creek. The Medium Density symbols and a Public Elementary School symbol are also identified on the subject lands. The lands are within the Highland Neighbourhood, which has a population target of 4100 people and a housing target of 1400 units. The extension of Adelaide Avenue is designated as a Type "C' Arterial and generally forms the north boundary of the urban residential designation. In accordance with Map B2, a Collector Road in the vicinity of Street "A" is to connect Adelaide Avenue with George Reynolds, which is also a Collector Road. The remaining streets within the proposed plan of subdivision are classified as Local Roads. 807 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 8 Low Density residential uses shall be developed at a density of 10-30 units per net residential hectare. The predominant housing form shall be single detached, semi- detached and duplex to a maximum height of 2.5 stories. Medium Density residential uses shall be developed at 31-60 units per net residential hectare. The predominant housing form shall be townhouses, triplexlquadraplex, and low-rise apartments to a maximum of four storeys. The Clarington Official Plan requires the minimum site area for future elementary schools on full municipal sewers to be approximately 2.5 hectares in size. The proposed school block is divided between the two subject subdivision applications. Official Plan policies require an Environmental Impact Study (EIS) be undertaken for development applications located on lands within or adjacent to the Lake Iroquois Beach, or any natural heritage feature identified on Map C. An EIS is also required for development proposals within 120 metres of the boundary of a wetland or wetland complex. Map "C' identifies the branch of the Farewell Creek as a cold water stream with significant valleys as well as wetlands along the north limits of the submissions. This study has been undertaken in accordance with the policies of the Clarington Official Plan 8.0 ZONING BY-LAW 8.1 Within Comprehensive Zoning By-law 84-63 as amended the lands are zoned "Agricultural (A)". A zoning by-law amendment will be required in order for development to proceed. 9.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STUDY 9.1 In March 2006 Aquafor Beech was retained by the Municipality to conduct a joint Environmental Impact Study (EIS) in support of the proposals submitted by Kingsberry Properties and William Tonno Construction Limited. The expense for the study was borne by the applicants. The consultant examined the site in the spring, summer and fall of 2006. The draft EIS findings were presented to the public at an open house on November 1, 2007 at the Courtice Community Complex. 9.2 A Steering Committee for the EIS was formed including a citizen representative from the area; staff from the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, the Region of Durham, Clarington Engineering Services and Planning Services Departments; the applicants; and the EIS consultant. 9.3 The purpose of the EIS was to fulfil the requirements of the Clarington Official Plan and other applicable legislation and policies. This included identifying significant natural heritage features, how those features function, and potential impacts the proposed developments may have on those features. The EIS was to identify lands to be 808 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 9 preserved, propose mitigating measures to address negative effects, identify the potential for restoration and/or creation of wildlife habitat; and examine the potential impact of development on groundwater function and quality. 9.4 The EIS concluded that the site was comprised of interspersed cultural communities and thicket swamps in the mid to late stages of succession. It was determined that the soils have poor infiltration potential with a high water table. Multiple wetland pockets were discovered, however, most occurred as a result of human disturbance associated with previous agricultural and clearing practices. With the exception of a riparian wetland feature associated with the drainage swale that crosses the subject properties, none of the wetland pockets are considered part of the Harmony-Farewell Iroquois Beach Provincially Significant Wetland Complex. A high level of human disturbance was noted in the form of tracks, trails and the dumping of household debris. No provincially significant plants, birds, mammals or amphibians were located. It was determined that there is an abundance of breeding frogs which is unusual for an agricultural landscape. This is likely attributed to the time of year the Amphibian survey was conducted and the fact that the spring of 2006 was relatively wet compared to previous years. Frogs require pools of water absent of predatory fish for breeding in the spring; and adjoining forests for summer and winter habitat. 9.5 Recommendations The EIS supports development provided the design compensates for and/or avoids impacts where possible to; amphibian breeding, significant plant species, the riparian wetland feature, and the small wetland on the north side of the Adelaide Avenue extension and on adjacent lands. Approximately 2 hectares of wetland habitat will need to be created and must interconnect with upland forest habitat to support amphibian habitats. The provision of a 30 metre setback is required to act as a buffer from the Provincially Significant Wetland. Regionally and locally rare plant species are to be transplanted in either the buffer area or wetlands to the north. The Environmental Constraints map contained in Attachment 5 shows the location of the proposed buffer areas with opportunity for wetland creation. A total of twelve recommendations for subdivision re-design were provided. The current submissions are reflective of these recommendations which will be incorporated into the conditions of draft approval in the event that the proposals are recommended for approval. The final design will be peer reviewed, as a condition of draft approval, to ensure all recommendations are addressed and the potential for hydrological impacts on the remaining wetlands are identified and the appropriate mitigation measures are in place. The recommendations for the EIS are included as Attachment 4 and the Final EIS is available for review in the Planning Services Department. 809 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 10 10.0 PUBLIC NOTICE AND SUBMISSIONS 10.1 Public Notice was given by mail to each landowner within 120 metres of the subject site. Public Meeting signs were installed on the property along the Islay Court, Daisyfield Avenue and Trulls Road frontages. 10.2 Previous Public meetings were held on November 20, 1989, April 2, 1990, July 3, 2000 and March 4, 2002 to review the previous submissions. An Open House for the Environmental Impact Study (EIS) was held on November 1, 2007. The Open House was attended by approximately 40 residents. 10.3 Numerous inquiries and submissions have been received since the applications were submitted in 1989. Concerns and comments expressed to date focus on the following matters: Natural Environment . What is the impact of development on lands adjacent to provincially significant wetland, natural features, plants and wildlife. . A regenerated wetland and woodland would be more desirable and essential benefit to our local environment rather than another incidence of urban sprawl. . Why is a buffer not recommended south of Adelaide on the Kingsberry Properties site; and why were the wetlands south of Adelaide Avenue not included in the Harmony Farewell Iroquois Beach Provincially Significant Wetland. . Increase the amount of protected lands and provide a conservation beltway on either side of Firwood Avenue. . These sites would provide a regional corridor between' Farewell Creek Valley and Trulls Road. . The EIS recommended that more important vegetation can be moved northwardly to the Special Study Area. The writer is concerned that when it will come time to develop that area the owner will not desire to keep these species! Without vegetative cover the groundwater recharge function cannot be performed successfully. That is the reason for the water table decline in the Courtice north water basin. With climate change, the groundwater will become more and more rare to find. · Recommendations like transplanting or creating wetland habitat somewhere else seldom work because there is no monitoring of success/failure atter completion of subdivision. · Sites identified as substitutes for linkages and transplanting are overtaken by invasive species of flora and fauna. Will the transplanted rare plants survive? · Assumption that the Adelaide extension would proceed reduces the scope of the EIS to one of mitigating risk to the adjacent PSW, rather than allowing the study the latitude to suggest outright protection of the study areas. · Natural features will be removed by the extension of Adelaide Avenue. Major roads create more damage not only to nature but to humans in many ways, 810 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 11 among them air and water and noise pollution and further expansion of urban boundary. School Site · A couple of comments were received questioning the need for another elementary school in North Courtice. One citizen expressed support of the proposed school site. Subdivision Construction and Desian . The timing of the development was questioned. · Concerns about increased construction traffic, noise and dust were raised. · The proposed lots should be consistent with existing development. . A buffer should be located between the existing and proposed development. This could provide opportunity to incorporate a trail. . We need more greenbelt walkways in the community rather than more soccer and baseball fields. . We need to build sustainable and healthy communities that are walkable and safer without major roads like Adelaide Ave. that will transect the remains of natural features. Tresspassina . Adequate fencing should be installed by the developer to discourage trespassing upon sensitive lands and the privately held valley lands in order to minimize associated liability. Stormwater Manaaement . Issues of ponding north of Islay Court and flooding of basements was noted. . Questions on how stormwater will get to Farewell Creek were raised. . Questions regarding potential erosion and destabilization of the Farewell Creek valley wall due to increased flow (volume and duration). . The Storm Water Management Pond design should be visually pleasing . Properties that abut a portion of the William Tonno Construction Ltd. (Tonno) Plan of Subdivision to the west contain a minor watercourse that will serve as the stormwater discharge for both plans of subdivision. The watercourse is already stressed from additional runoff attributable to the removal of vegetative cover and removal of a number of small natural ponds from the Tonno and Kingsberry lands. The watercourse runs at the toe of a marginally stable valley wall. Two property owners express concerned that additional flow, and resultant scour of the stream, will result in a slope failure. One owner proposed possible solutions that include acquisition of drainage easements (with full indemnification) or outright acquisition and transfer of major portions of the valley lands into public ownership. 811 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 12 11.0 AGENCY COMMENTS 11.1 Application bv William Tonno Construction Ltd. 11.1.1 A number of departments and agencies have been circulated the recently revised submission for comments. They will be addressed through subsequent reports. 11.2 Application bv Kinasberrv Properties 11.2.1 Clarington Emergency and Fire Services, Rogers Cable, Durham Region Transit and Hydro One offered no concerns or objections to the proposal. Bell Canada and Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc., offered no objections to the proposal and asked that standard conditions be included in the conditions of draft approval. 11.2.2 Clarington Operations Department indicated that the closest stormwater management ponds do not appear to have been sized to accommodate stormwater from this development. Confirmation on how stormwater run-off from this development will be handled is required. The Operations Department also requested a phasing plan clarifying how road connections to the south and Adelaide Avenue will be implemented; and the planned access for winter road maintenance during construction. 11.2.3 The Clarington Engineering Services Division reviewed the above-noted application and found the proposal to be premature in nature. Prior to any approval or endorsement in principle for the proposed development, it will be necessary for the developer to address the following concerns to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering Services: . Adelaide Avenue Extension The northerly limit of the proposed development is designated in the current Official Plan as the location for a future mid-block arterial road commonly referred to as Adelaide Avenue. The future alignment for this roadway as well as the specific location within the proposed draft plan for the future roadway has not yet been finalized. The future alignment of the mid-block arterial road must be established and approved by the Region of Durham, the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority and the Director of Engineering Services prior to any approval, in principle, of the subject draft plan. . StormWater Management A significant portion of the subject lands are situated within a watershed that is tributary to a downstream stormwater management facility referred to as Kassinger Pond. It is not clear if the subject development can be engineered in a manner that directs all stormwater flows to this downstream facility. The applicant will be required to provide the Engineering Services Department with an updated Stormwater Management Implementation Report which identifies all of the separate watershed areas contained within the subject draft plan and adjacent 812 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 13 plans of subdivision. The report must update the February 07, 1997 Penwest Subdivision - Stormwater Drainage Assessment (G.M. Sernas & Associates Ltd.) and must confirm where restrictor plates have been installed. This report shall be subject to the approval of the Director of Engineering Services prior to any approval of the subject application. The downstream stormwater management facility known as Kassinger Pond is subject to an endeavour to collect agreement. This plan of subdivision under consideration is a beneficiary of the oversized works and the applicant will be required to pay an appropriate share of previously constructed downstream works. The applicant's engineer will be required to prepare a Master Grading and Drainage Plan that details the configuration of the on-site storm sewer system (minor system) and the conveyance of the overland flow (major system) from the subject development. The required Plan must identify all tributary watershed areas, outfall locations and proposed stormwater management facilities. The Plan will be subject to the approval of the Director of Engineering Services prior to the approval of the subject draft plan. 11.2.4 The Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority noted that until such time as the Adelaide Avenue Environmental Assessment process has been finalized, Authority staff would not be able to provide conditions of draft approval. A preliminary site servicing/stormwater report is required to be submitted in support of the application. While a proposed stormwater facility is located within the proposed plan of subdivision to the west (Tonno), the proponent of 18T-90003 (Kingsberry) may be able to convey stormwater flows southerly into the existing storm sewer system. The submitted final draft of the EIS indicates that a peer review should be undertaken for the individual plans of subdivision. This work would address the transplanting and relocation of the regionally/locally significant flora species on the sites as well as how potential hydrological impacts of the provincially significant wetland (PSW) will be addressed through the site design. It is staffs belief that until site servicing has been addressed and identified within 18T -90003, it is difficult to assess the hydrological impacts upon the surrounding PSW. Therefore, until such time as the final alignment of Adelaide Avenue has been approved and a preliminary site servicing/stormwater management report has been submitted, we are unable to provide conditions of draft approval for plan of subdivision 18T-90003. 12.0 STAFF COMMENTS 12.1 Much of the input received from the Public to date focused on preserving the subject lands in a natural state. It was indicated that this would provide a habitat for plants and animals, provide an additional buffer to the Harmony Farewell Iroquois Beach 813 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 14 Provincially Significant Wetland, act as a wildlife corridor, protect the groundwater recharge function and help curb urban sprawl. Staff is sensitive to these requests and understand that the neighbouring residents have taken the opportunity to enjoy the subject property and adjacent land which the owners have left to regenerate to a natural state since it was last cleared in the late 1980's to early 1990's. It should be noted that these lands do not exhibit environmental characteristics significantly different than the lands did in residentially developed area abutting to the south. These lands are within the Urban Boundary and are designated for residential development in both the Clarington Official Plan and Region of Durham Official Plan. The Urban Boundary was established to provide areas for urban growth in an effort to curb urban sprawl into surrounding rural areas. If residential development is prohibited within already designated areas, the municipality may experience development pressures in less desirable areas to accommodate an expected population of 130,000 by 2016. 12.2 An EIS was conducted in accordance with the polices contained within Section 4 of the Clarington Official Plan and provides recommendations that will minimize impacts on the natural environment including the groundwater, flora, fauna and adjacent Provincially Significant Wetland. 12.3 The public questioned the scope of the EIS based on the assumption that the Adelaide Avenue extension would receive final approval. If it is not approved then the proposal would require revisions as Adelaide Avenue plays a major role in the design of the plan. A major revision could require amendments to the final EIS. The cost of which would be borne by the applicant. 12.4 The need for another public elementary school site was questioned by the residents. Staff is awaiting comments from the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board who will determine if the site is still required. The Clarington Official Plan requires elementary school sites to be approximately 2.5 hectares in size. The subject applications contain a 1.5 hectare block (Kingsberry) to be combined with a 0.713 hectare block (Tonno), creating a school site that is 2.213 hectares. The school board will need to confirm the adequacy of the proposed site. 12.5 Two residents from Tooley Road expressed concern about the possibility of stormwater from the proposed development draining into Farewell Creek and adding to the .erosion and destabilization of portions of the Farewell Creek Valley located within their properties. Additional concerns regarding ponding and the flooding of basements in the vicinity of Islay Court were also expressed. The applicants have yet to submit a Stormwater Management Implementation Report and Master Grading and Drainage Plan which would detail how stormwater from the development would drain. These reports must be submitted for review by the Region of 814 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 15 Durham, Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority and Clarington Engineering Services in order for this application to be further processed. 12.6 Staff will need to discuss the intent of Block 61 within 18T-89055 with the applicant. It is identified as being 'Retained by Owner'. However it may be appropriate to add these lands to the Open Space Block. The EIS identifies this area as having 'Opportunities for Wetland Creation' (Attachment 4). 13.0 CONCLUSIONS 13.1 The purpose of this report is to satisfy the Public Meeting requirements under the Planning Act and taking into consideration the outstanding comments, staff respectfully request that this report be referred back to staff for further processing and the preparation of a subsequent report. Attachments: Attachment 1 - Attachment 2 - Attachment 3 - Attachment 4 - Attachment 5 - Location Map - William Tonno Construction Limited Location Map - Kingsberry Properties Air Photo of the Subject Lands KingsberryfTonno Environmental Impact Study Final Report - Section 9.0 Conclusion and Recommendations KingsberryfTonno Environmental Impact Study Final Report - Figure 6: Environmental Constraints Interested parties to be notified of Council and Committee's decision: Rocco Berlino Michael Smith Brenda & Louie Strumenikovsky Ronald Whalley Michael Kirkus Linda Garrett Nigel Sullivan Johanne Joly Gary Zolumoff Doris Reid Mike Munce Fred Gilmour Scott & K. Shepley John & K. Barriball Paul Barta & Stacey MacNeil Brad & Carolyn Mullin Emily Pardy Daniel Sharp Derek Hampson & Mary McCracken Bill & D. Knott Michael & Carolyne Pennell Scott & M. McConnell Henry and M. McTear Scott Devlin Cheryl and Paul Kelly Glenn and Janet Lance Scott & Tricia Mitchell Brian Broadbent & Joelle Dove David & Amy Ross John & Norma Hardy Scott Millar & Melanie Campbell Joel Peron & Katherine Ross 815 REPORT NO.: PSD-012-08 PAGE 16 Arthur mann Sean Cumming and Charlene Kay Stewart Prouty Kerry Meydam Erhard Witzke Mark Foley Ivan Kehoe Bill Rothman Cliff Curtis Libby Racansky Marge & Rod Painter Brad Greentree Nick Mensink Michael and Deborah Rogan Lorraine & Larry Barlow Daniel & Donna Lamb Lorraine & Jim Porter Robin Keith John & Julie Pluister S. & P. Sweeny Mark & Shannon Handy Klaus & J. Cockhop Gary Norwick David Tonkin Bob & Joan Blackburn Darlene Smith John Sklavos Don & Doreen Hicks David Tonkin Scott Shepley Scott Devlin Stewart Prouty Lianne Dixon Timothy & Beverly Collins Darlene and Phil Yahn Bill and Evelyn Mason Peter and Julie Guimond 816 r\ttacnment 1 To Report PSD-012-08 . 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The riparian wetland feature associated with the drainage swale that crosses the study area is also part of the PSW. Generally, human impacts on the site are high. There are numerous tracks and trails on the site, and some dumping of household debris. Just north of the site, there are areas used for bike trails. The Environmental Assessment for the Adelaide Street Extension makes no provision for maintaining any north-south linkages between the PSW and the lands to the south ofthe road right of way, except for a culvert or spanning structure (yet to be determined) over the riparian wetland feature, and a spanning structure over Farewell Creek. Thus except for this riparian feature, there is no benefit in establishing a buffer to be associated with the southerly limit of the PSW features. On the north side, 30 m buffers have been shown around each of the wetland features that are part of the PSW; however it is apparent that portions ofthese features will be eliminated by the road extension. In addition, there is one small feature that is within the study area on the north side ofthe Adelaide Street Extension Right of Way. 9.1 Site Function The site is a reservoir for local and some regionally significant plant and animal species of successional transitional and wetland habitats. There is evidence that several bird species of conservation concern in Durham Region nest on the site, particularly in wetlands. The wetlands on the site provide breeding habitat for abundant frogs, particularly species that require temporary pools in spring and wooded upland habitat in summer and winter. These wetlands contribute to the function ofthe HFIBW complex as a whole by providing habitat for breeding amphibians, and thus increasing reproduction in the region. Though other wetlands within the complex and in the region provide habitat for abundant amphibians, for example wetlands to the northwest (McCormick Rankin 2005), the wetlands on the subject properties may especially boost reproduction in wet years, assisting in maintaining regional populations through adverse conditions such as dry years or unusually cold winters. These frogs tend to become extirpated in urbanized landscapes (for example, there are almost no locations for these species in Mississauga or Toronto, even in larger river and creek systems, because of the lack of vernal pools). They are highly sensitive to development, because in the course of development small temporary wetlands are developed, hydro period within wetlands is changed, and/or the connections between upland and wetland habitat are disrupted. The site also likely functions as a movement corridor between the habitat on the site, the habitat to the west along Farewell Creek and the wetlands east and north ofthe site, as Aquafor Beech Ltd North South Environmental Inc. 17 820 Kingsberry Tonno Environmental Inventory Study Final Report December 2007 noted by McCormick Rankin and reinforced by the fmdings ofthe present study. It is likely that the surrounding area is highly interconnected in terms of animal movement, except to the south, where residential development forms an ecological barrier. 9.2 Potential Impacts of Adelaide Street Extension The function ofthe wetlands on the site is likely to be completely compromised by the Adelaide A venue extension across the north boundary ofthe site. The extension will essentially eliminate four ofthe most important wetlands on the site, and will form an ecological barrier to animal movement north and south across the extension. In addition, there may be impacts on the water balance ofthe wetlands on the site from impairment of surface drainage and groundwater patterns. Impacts of the Adelaide Avenue Extension will inevitably compound impacts from the current subdivision design, as the subdivision design will eliminate most wetlands on the site, while the connection to wetlands to the north will be disrupted by the road. 9.3 Potential Impacts of Subdivision Design The function of the non-provincially significant wetlands on the site as an amphibian breeding habitat and as reservoirs for locally and regionally significant species would be seriously impaired by the current subdivision design. The interconnection between wetland habitats on the site and upland habitat along Farewell Creek, as well as to forests north of the site, would be disrupted, and this connection is likely critical in maintaining amphibian populations. Impacts from the present subdivision design on the PSW would likely include . Direct impacts of removal of habitat (elimination of wetlands and wooded upland habitat for species that breed in wetlands); . potential impacts from construction (siltation); . potential impacts on water quality; . potential impacts of pets such as cats and dogs; . potential impacts from human encroachment; . potential impacts on water levels in wetlands because of changes to water balance from installation of services; 9.4 General Recommendations Figure 6 shows the limits of the PSW with a 30 m setback that is considered as a minimum to provide a buffer between the wetland features and adjacent development. In this case, the Adelaide Street Extension defmes the southerly limit of the PSW wetland features within the boundaries of the PSW, except for the small riparian feature on the westerly side of the study area, near the Farewell Creek valley. Aquafor Beech Ltd North South Environmental Inc. 18 821 Kingsberry Tonno Environmental Inventory Study Final Report December 2007 The subdivision design should be revised to compensate for and/or avoid impacts where possible to amphibian breeding and significant plant species in the riparian wetland feature and the small wetland in the study area, on the north side ofthe road extension and on the adjacent lands. Two sections ofthe PPS (sections 2.1.1 and 2.1.6) apply to Provincially Significant Wetlands as follows: 2.1.1 Development and site alteration shall not be permitted in: a) significant habitat of endangered species and threatened soecies: b) significant wetlands in Ecoregions 5E, 6E and 7EI; and . c) significant coastal wetlands. 2.1.6 Development and site alteration shall not be permitted on adiacent lands to the natural heritage features and areas identified in policies 2.1.3, 2.1.4 and 2J5 unless the ecological function of the adiacent lands has been evaluated and it has been demonstrated that there will be no negative impacts on the natural features or on their ecological functions. The following issues should be considered: · Wetlands require sufficient buffering to allow ecological processes to continue after development. Wetland buffers of30 m are required by Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA). Therefore, a 30 m buffer around the riparian feature and the wetland pocket within the PSW is shown on Figure 6. · To compensate for the loss of about 2 ha of wetland habitat, a wetland feature should be created in one or more of the areas identified in Figure 6. This feature (or features) would be a vernal pool type of habitat that would not support fish and likely would only persist into the early to late summer. · To function effectively, amphibian breeding habitat must be interconnected with upland habitat, as frogs need to be able to move out of ponds into woodlands and forest in order to forage during the summer and fmd hibernation sites in the winter. The riparian wetland associated with the minor drainage feature crossing the study area provides an opportunity to maintain and establish this linkage in association with the 30 m buffer. The created wetland features would also be located in areas where access to forested habitat is available · Consideration should be given to transplanting regionally and locally rare plant species in buffer areas for the northern wetlands or in the created wetlands. 9.5 Recommendations for Re-design of Subdivision A 30 m buffer should be implemented around the preserved wetlands to ensure their function is not compromised by the development or the road. The subdivision should be re-designed to conform with the necessity to preserve these wetlands as well as a 30 m buffer. It is recommended that a natural linkage be retained with the Farewell Creek corridor to the west along the northern border ofthe site, via the riparian PSW feature. Aquafor Beech Ltd North South Environmental Inc. 19 822 Kingsberry Tonno Environmental Inventory Study Final Report December 2007 The subdivision design should consider designing compensatory amphibian breeding ponds within the 30 m buffer and in the areas designated in Figure 6. The location and design of compensatory ponds/vernal wetlands should be determined by a qualified biologist to ensure they are functional with the objective of creating about 2 ha of habitat. Breeding ponds must be linked with appropriate upland habitat. The hydroperiod also needs to be of sufficient duration to ensure amphibian larvae have time to transform into adults. Ponds should be "fishless" to ensure that larvae have a reasonable chance of survival. In terms of creating this new wetland habitat, some flexibility should be provided that may allow the following: ' . Design of the wetland may be done in concert with the proposed stormwater management facility, provided that any wetland habitat constructed as part of the functional design ofthe facility is not counted as part ofthe created wetland . The location ofthe stormwater pond should be outside ofthe 30 m buffer area, although some natural landscaping associated with the pond may be permitted within the buffer area. . The stormwater management facility cannot be located north ofthe Adelaide Street Extension Subdivision design should include the following general design considerations: . Development should not encroach within the 30 m buffer ofwetlands; . The significant flora identified in Figure 6 will be relocated to the wetlands north of the Adelaide Street Extension, or the riparian feature, or the created wetlands, as appropriate . The subdivision should not sever a linkage between remaining wetlands and the Farewell Creek corridor; . The subdivision design should limit access to the natural heritage portion ofthe site, and should propose trail routes to limit impacts of human traffic through the site. . Stormwater management for the site shall be consistent with protection of the coldwater fish community of Farewell Creek. This requires an enhanced level of protection (Levell) as outlined in the MOE Stormwater Management Planning and Design Guidelines (2003). . Based on the water budget and groundwater assessment, there is limited potential for infiltration on the site; however, the design of storm water management facilities should consider moderating temperatures to avoid thermal impacts on Farewell Creek. This would include options such as a bottom draw outlet or a buried discharge. . While the site conditions suggest moderate groundwater infiltration potential, this is confined to the upper 1-2 m, which explains in part the presence of numerous vernal pool features on the site. This shallow'groundwater may discharge locally to the riparian wetland feature and Farewell Creek, at least within the valley of Farewell Creek. As part of the design and construction of the subdivision, measures should be implemented to ensure that this shallow westerly groundwater flow is not impeded, or more importantly diverted along infrastructure, but installing clay plugs to prevent "piping" of groundwater along storm sewers, for 20 Aquafor Beech Ltd North South Environmental Inc. 823 Kingsberry Tonno Environmental Inventory Study Final Report December 2007 example. Low flow monitoring ofthe riparian wetland feature, just upstream of its confluence with Farewell Creek and in Farewell Creek, just downstream ofthis confluence should be completed to establish a baseline to assess the impact of the development on shallow groundwater flow. · It has been identified that there may be an opportunity to address stormwater management concerns on the easterly property within the study area, by routing stormwater southerly through the existing subdivision lands (south of Daiseyfield). This will require a review ofthe existing stormwater management facility within this subdivision to ensure that it can meet the required quantity/quality control criteria (the site would have to meet the enhanced level of protection. Several options for stormwater management may be considered for this site as follows: o The use of a stormcepter and perhaps some additional retrofitting of the existing stormwater management facility o Some form of "cash in lieu" whereby the funds may be used to address other stormwater management priorities o Proceed to address stormwater management on the property by utilizing the proposed stormwater management facility that will be required for the westerly property When a new subdivision design has been developed, it should be peer reviewed to ensure that the recommendations in this EIS report are appropriately addressed. In particular, the fmal design should address the potential for hydrological impacts on the remaining wetlands, and determine appropriate mitigation for potential effects ofthe subdivision on the water quality and hydroperiod of the wetlands. 10.0 REFERENCES Couturier, A. 1999. Conservation priorities for the birds of southern Ontario. http://www.bsc-eoc.org/conservation/conservmain.htmI. Hannah, R. 1984. Life Science Areas of Natural and Scientific Interest in Site District 6- 13. Parks and Recreational Areas Section, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Central Region, Richmond Hill, Ontario. Vii + 57 pp + folded map, iIIus. Kaiser, 1. 1983. Native and exotic plant species in Ontario: a numerical synopsis. The Plant Press 1 (2):25-26. Lee, H.T., W.D. Bakowsky, J. Riley, J. Bowles, M. Puddister, P. Uhlig, and S. McMurray. 1998. Ecological Land Classification for Southern Ontario: First Approximation and Its Application. Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Southcentral Science Section, Science Development and Transfer Branch. SCSS Field Guide FG-02. McCormick Rankin Corporation. 2005. Adelaide Avenue Extension Class Environmental Assessment Study: Environmental Study Report. Report for the Region of Durham. Aquafor Beech Ltd North South Environmental Inc. 21 824 -II ! Ii ~ . ~ I ~ I i ~ g & m ! Q. fi!i= 1 i I 0 ~ II: ! ol! ~ ~ ~~.:! ~\..} am; I! ~ : ;: .s i i J~ a: j~~iicEj!~~ ~~}"!iitl~~~ 'a "I -11- ,,_re1- ijli5..~C:'I;;1~~1 !ill'" ii s~c;;t:l .::i &!..~8~.." ... So. J!! .5 i 8 :m c: "'~ e~ :::I"> .2'c: ...w Cl!!!.pn REPORT PLANNING SERVICES Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION MEETING Date: Monday, February 4, 2008 Report #: PSD-013-08 File No's: A2007-0065 & A2007-0066 By-law #: Subject: MONITORING OF THE DECISIONS OF THE COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT FOR THE MEETING OF JANUARY 17, 2008 RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report PSD-013-08 be received; and, 2. THAT Council concurs with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made on January 17, 2008, for applications A2007 -0065 and A2007 -0066 and that Staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment. Submitted by: d-~~ Reviewed by: Franklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer v J. Crome, M.C.!.P., R.P.P. Director of Planning Services PW*CP*DC*sh 28 January 2008 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T (905)623-3379 F (905)623-0830 826 REPORT NO.: PSD-013-08 PAGE 2 1.0 APPLICATION DETAILS 1.1 All applications received by the Municipality for minor variance are scheduled for a hearing within 30 days of being received by the Secretary-Treasurer. The purpose of the minor variance applications and the Committee's decisions are detailed in Attachment 1. The decisions of the Committee are summarized below. DECISIONS OF COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT FOR JANUARY 17, 2008 A2007 -0066 A rove Approve with conditions A roved with conditions 2.0 COMMENTS 2.1 Staff have reviewed the Committee's decisions and are satisfied that applications A2007 -0065 and A2007 -0066, are in conformity with both Official Plan policies, consistent with the intent of the Zoning By-law, are minor in nature and desirable. 2.2 Council's concurrence with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment for applications A2007 -0065 and A2007 -0066, is required in order to afford Staff official status before the Ontario Municipal Board in the event of an appeal of any decision of the Committee of Adjustment. Attachments: Attachment 1 - Periodic Report for the Committee of Adjustment 827 Attachment 1 To Report PSD-013-08 CL~n PERIODIC REPORT FOR THE COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT APPLICANT: OWNER: CENTRAL LAKE ONTARIO CONSERVATION WILLIAM PARISH PROPERTY LOCATION: 1855 CONCESSION RD 9. DARLINGTON PART LOT 26. CONCESSION 9 FORMER TOWN(SHIP) OF DARLINGTON FILE NO.: A2007-0065 PURPOSE: TO PERMIT THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE DETACHED DWELLING BY REDUCING THE MINIMUM REQUIRED AGRICULTURAL SETBACK FROM 300 METRES TO 160 METRES FROM THE NEAREST LIVESTOCK BUILDING AT 1885 CONCESSION ROAD 9 AND FROM 300 METRES TO 265 METRES FROM THE NEAREST LIVESTOCK BUILDING AT 1823 CONCESSION ROAD 9. DECISION OF COMMITTEE: TO APPROVE THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE DETACHED DWELLING BY REDUCING THE MINIMUM REQUIRED AGRICULTURAL SETBACK FROM 300 M TO 160 M FROM THE NEAREST LIVESTOCK BUILDING AT 1885 CONCESSION ROAD 9 AND FROM 300 M TO 265 M FROM THE NEAREST LIVESTOCK BUILDING AT 1823 CONCESSION ROAD 9 AS IT IS MINOR IN NATURE DESIRABLE AND CONFORMS TO THE INTENT OF BOTH ZONING BY-LAWS AND BOTH OFFICIAL PLANS. DATE OF DECISION: January 17. 2008 LAST DAY OF APPEAL: February 6. 2008 828 CL8Jll]gton PERIODIC REPORT FOR THE COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT APPLICANT: OWNER: DG BIDDLE & ASSOCIATES LTD PATRICIA STEPHENSON FILE NO.: 2200 RUDELL ROAD, NEWCASTLE VILLAGE PART LOT 31, CONCESSION 2 FORMER TOWN(SHIP) OF NEWCASTLE VILLAGE A2007 -0066 PROPERTY LOCATION: PURPOSE: TO PERMIT THE ENLARGEMENT OF AN ACCESSORY BUILDING (DETACHED GARAGE) BY INCREASING THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED LOT COVERAGE FROM 40% TO 76% OF THE MAIN DWELLING FLOOR AREA TO A MAXIMUM OF 179 M2. DECISION OF COMMITTEE: TO APPROVE AN EXISTING ACCESSORY BUILDING WITH A MAXIMUM LOT COVERAGE OF 76% OF THE CURRENT DWELLING HABITABLE FLOOR AREA TO A MAXIMUM OF 179 M2 SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: . THAT NO ADDITIONAL DRIVEWAY BE PERMITTED FOR ACCESS TO THE ACCESSORY BUILDING; AND . THAT NO EXISTING DRAINAGE PATTERNS ARE ALTERED OR ADVERSELY AFFECTED AS A RESULT OF THIS APPLICATIONS AS IT IS MINOR IN NATURE, WOULD NOT HAVE A DETRIMENTAL IMPACT UPON THE NEIGHBOURHOOD AND CONFORMS TO THE INTENT OF THE ZONING BY-LAW AND BOTH OFFICIAL PLANS. DATE OF DECISION: January 17, 2008 LAST DAY OF APPEAL: February 6, 2008 829 Cl~mglOn REPORT PLANNING SERVICES Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: Monday, February 4,2008 Report #: PSD-014-08 File #: PLN 7.12 By-law #: Subject: ANNUAL REPORT ON SITE PLAN ACTIVITIES FOR 2007 RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report PSD-014-08 be received for information. Submitted by: D id . Crome, M.C.I.P., R.P.P. Director of Planning Services Reviewed by: O~.-:... &R Franklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer MKlCP/DJC/sh January 28, 2008 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T (905)623-3379 F (905)623-0830 830 REPORT NO.: PSD-014-08 PAGE 2 1.0 BACKGROUND 1.1 The purpose of this report is to provide an update on information regarding site plan activity in 2007. 1.2 The Site Plan Control By-law requires that plans and drawings for any building or structure be approved by the Municipality prior to issuance of a building permit except for those exceptions stated in By-law 90-130. By-law 90-130 delegates the approval authority of site plan applications to the Director of Planning Services and the Director of Engineering Services. 1.3 Except for additions or minor expansions, site plan approval is generally required for a proposed development to ensure a comprehensive design review of the location of all buildings and structures, landscaping, access locations, grading, servicing, parking areas, signage and lighting etc., by all regulatory authorities. In addition, it is through the site plan approval process that the Municipality applies conditions of approval including requirements such as; cash-in-lieu of parkland dedications, road widenings, and performance guarantees, etc. Land owners are usually required to execute a development agreement with the Municipality which is registered on title and is enforceable against present and future owners. 2.0 SITE PLAN ACTIVITY 2.1 Attachment 1 to this report outlines all site plan applications received during the period of January 1, 2007, and December 31, 2007. Attachment 2 outlines all site plan applications approved during the same time period. Approval is usually conditional on satisfying a number of conditions, financial and otherwise, including entering into a development agreement, which is registered against title. Site Plan activity through 2007 was as follows: 2.2 Site Plan activity through 2007 was as follows: Table 1: Site Plan Activit , 2007 Application Files Remaining Open at end of 2006 Applications Received Applications Approved Applications Withdrawn Applications Appealed to OMS Applications Denied to OMS A lication Files Remainin 0 en at end of 2007 74 49 29 o o o 94 831 REPORT NO.: PSD-014-08 PAGE 3 Site Plan Applications Received, 1999-2007 70 i 60 .~ ~ 50 ~ 40 :1:1 30 lJ 'B: 20 < '*I: 10 o 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 Year Figure 1: Site Plan Applications Received, 1999-2007 Recent site plan application trends suggests a steady amount of activity averaging in the range of 47 applications per year over the last nine years. The number of applications received by the Municipality in 2007 is a small increase over the previous two years. 2.3 A breakdown of site plan applications submitted in 2007 by land use type is shown in the pie chart below. Site Plan Applications Received by Type, 2007 Institutional 13% Industrial 23% Commercial 45% Residential 19% Figure 2: Site Plan Applications Received by Type, 2007 832 REPORT NO.: PSD-014-08 PAGE 4 The Municipality has shown strong commercial and industrial growth in 2007, accounting for 45% and 23% respectively, of all site plan applications received. Residential growth has remained steady with a slight decrease in percentage from the previous year, accounting for 19% of all site plan applications in 2007. 2.4 Site plans approved in 2007 by type are shown in Figure 3. These figures also include site plans received in years previous to 2007. Site Plan Applications Approved by Type, 2007 Institutional 7% Industrial 18% Com mercial 59% Residential 18% Figure 3: Site Plan Applications Approved by Type, 2007 Site plan approval in 2007 was comprised mostly of commercial related developments which totaled 59% of all site plan approvals in 2007. This is up from 44% of all site plan approval in 2006. This trend should be expected to continue during the coming year since commercial based site plan applications comprised nearly half of all applications received in 2007. The development of West Bowmanville Town Centre is expected to continue to trigger commercial development in 2008. 2.5 Figure 4 illustrates the total floor space approved through site plans by land use type. In 2007, 20,874 square metres of commercial floor space was approved through site plan application. Examples of large commercial projects approved include: a 6 storey hotel and 2 storey convention centre, a Home Depot store and a commercial plaza located on Longworth Avenue. Smaller projects such as 833 REPORT NO.: PSD-014-08 PAGE 5 retail conversion and expansions account for the remainder of commercial floor space approved. Total Floor Space Approved by Land Use, 2007 10000 25000 f 20000 E ! as ::s C" .!. 15000 S '2 5000 ::>> o Commercial Residential Land Use Industrial Figure 4: Total Floor Space Approved by Land Use, 2007 A total of 10,400 square metres of residential floor space was approved in 2007 through site plan application. The approved residential floor space consists of 63 apartment units and 27 condominium town homes. This suggests continued growth in medium to high density housing alternatives within the Municipality. Industrial developments approved in 2007 through site plan application accounted for 10,194 square metres of total floor space. These industrial projects included a compost facility, and other storage and processing buildings. There were only 2 site plan applications approved in 2007 for institutional uses and those 2 projects were concerning day care additions to existing schools. 2.6 Site plan Applications approved and received in 2007 by geographical area are shown in Figure 5 below. 834 REPORT NO.: PSD-014-08 PAGE 6 Site Plan Applications Approved and Received by Geographic Area, 2007 50% 45% 40% CD 35% J 30% c 25% ~ 20% CD D.. 15% 10% 5% 0% Courtice Darlington Bow manville New castle Clarke Village Geographic Area Orono II Received lI.Approved Figure 5: Site Plan Applications Approved/Received by Community, 2007 72% of all approved site plan applications in 2007 occurred within urban areas of Clarington. Since Bowmanville is designated as the dominant urban centre for the Municipality, it is no surprise that 48% of all approved site plan applications were located within the Bowmanville urban area. The majority of approved plans within Bowmanville were commercial based applications indicating a growing job market and another step towards meeting employment targets. 2.6.1 Bowmanville remains the leading geographical area for both the number of received and approved site plan applications in 2007. Site plan activity in 2007 indicates Bowmanville will continue to be the dominant urban centre for the Municipality of Clarington and the primary receiver of future urban development. Commercial site plan approval continues to remain strong through 2007 with larger new commercial projects such as a hotel and a Home Depot store being the dominant commercial approvals. Other small commercial development, such as retail conversion and retail expansion, has occurred primarily within the core of Bowmanville. This type of redevelopment within Bowmanville should continue to be seen in upcoming years as the community realizes urbanization and infilling. Received applications in 2007 located in the geographical area of Bowmanville, indicate a continued growth in new retail, converted retail uses and higher density housing types. 2.6.2 Newcastle Village area accounted for 15% of all received site plan applications, and 17% of all approved site plan applications in 2007. Approved site plans included a retail unit conversion, a 4 storey apartment building and a day care addition. Site plan applications received in 2007 for Newcastle Village included a public library, a day care school and retail uses. Although there is no new major commercial growth occurring, there certainly will be continuing activity including ongoing development of the Port of Newcastle. 835 REPORT NO.: PSD-014-08 PAGE 7 2.6.3 Courtice area accounted for 7% of all approved site plan activity and 19% of all received site plan applications in 2007. Site plan activity in Courtice included the approval of a compost facility and an outdoor patio expansion. Received applications for the Courtice area included industrial facilities, higher density housing projects, school expansion in the form of portables and a new EMS facility. Although there were no new commercial uses proposed for Courtice in 2007, there seems to be an overall growth in other land uses such as residential, institutional and industrial. 2.6.4 Orono area received no new site plan applications in 2007 however there was one approved site plan. That site plan consisted of the conversion of an old mill into a commercial unit, residential unit and a wood working/printing studio. Growth is expected to remain minimal within the Orono geographical area. 2.7 There are 94 files remaining open at year end 2007. Some have been recently received and are in circulation for comments from other departments and external agencies. Others have been open for longer periods. These applications tend to be more complex, they often require more time for potential zone changes and resolving related issues. 3 CONCLUSION 3.1 Site plan activity in 2007 has followed recent trends with strong growth in the commercial and industrial sectors. In addition, approved institutional development has decreased from 21 % in 2006 to 7% in 2007. 3.2 In recent years with the maturing of the community, higher density residential proposals have been more prevalent. New residential projects approved in 2007 consisted of a 4 storey apartment building as well as a 27 condominium town house unit development. The site plan applications received in 2007 for residential developments also included mainly higher residential proposals such as: a 3 storey building with 58 units, a 4 storey building with 68 units, 151 apartment condominiums, and 122 town house condominiums. Overall, the municipality is supporting a higher density form of residential development which offers more sustainable and affordable options. 3.3 Bowmanville continues to have the majority of received and approved site plan applications in 2007, confirming its dominance as the urban centre for the Municipality. Commercial development approvals included large format stores such as Home Depot and plazas, as well as a Hotel and convention centre which will bring larger opportunity for tourism activity to grow within the Municipality of Clarington. 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Franklin Wu Chief Administrative Officer DJ/COS/DJC/df/sh 29 January 2008 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T (905)623-3379 F (905)623-0830 844 REPORT NO.: PSD-015-08 PAGE 2 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 The purpose of this report is to provide Council with an update on the implementation of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2006, with specific reference to the delineation of a "Built Boundary" for the Municipality of Clarington and the steps the Region of Durham is taking to implement the Growth Plan. 2.0 BACKGROUND 2.1 On June 16, 2006, the Ministry of Public Infrastructure Renewal (PIR) released the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2006. It was prepared under the Places to Grow Act, 2005, as part of the Places to Grow initiative to plan for healthy and thriving growth throughout the province. 2.2 The objective of the Growth Plan is to provide growth management policy direction to the year 2031 to address the problem of sprawl and the economic competitiveness of Central Ontario as reflected in congested transportation routes, ineffective public transit, soaring infrastructure costs, conversion of employment areas, deprivation of the natural environment and human health. Through the Plan, the Province intends to significantly alter growth management by using its planning powers and infrastructure funding capacity . 2.3 The Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2006 supports the creation of compact, mixed-use and transit-supportive communities. It requires municipalities to accommodate a significant portion of future residential and employment growth through intensification. The provincial government is currently working on two other initiatives that will have an impact on Clarington. As part of the Growth Plan implementation strategy, the Province is undertaking a regional economic analysis to identify provincially significant employment areas. From our perspective we want to ensure that the Energy and Science and Technology Business Parks are recognized as significant employment areas. The other major initiative undertaken by the Provincial Government is the preparation of a Regional Transportation Plan for the Greater Toronto area and Hamilton. The process is being carried out by the Greater Toronto Transportation Authority - GTTA- also known as Metrolinx. The Regional Transportation Plan will become the framework to determine transportation priorities and investment for GO, public transit, and highways. It is expected that a draft Transportation Plan will be ready in about six months time. Metrolinx has released the first discussion paper - Towards Sustainable Transportation. They will release other papers on topics like Mobility Hubs, WalklCyclefTransportation Demand Management, Moving Goods, Highways and Roads, and Transit. Carlos Salazar from the Planning Services Department is a member of the Technical Advisory Group for some of these papers. 845 REPORT NO.: PSD-015-08 PAGE 3 2.4 A key policy in the Growth Plan is the establishment of an intensification target, which specifies that by 2015 and each year thereafter, a minimum of 40 percent of new residential development will occur within the "Built Boundary" of each upper- or single-tier municipality. In our case, the 40% is will be measured at the Regional level. The intensification target is a minimum target and municipalities, through their intensification strategies, will identify areas appropriate for intensification within their built boundary. 2.5 Lands that lie outside the Built Boundary but are within the settlement area are subject to the Growth Plan's "Designated Greenfield" area policies, including the Designated Greenfield area density target of 50 residents and jobs per hectare. The settlement area boundary is defined by the respective municipal official plan. 2.6 The Region of Durham postponed the adoption of certain components of Amendment 114, such as its residential growth and employment growth policies because of the difference between the Growth Plan and the Region's population and employment targets. According to the Places to Grow Act, the Region's growth policies need to conform to the Growth Plan. Consequently the Region, during the summer of 2007, retained the service of Urban Strategies, Watson and Associates Economists Ltd. and TSH Consulting Engineers to conduct a Growth Plan Implementation Study that would form the basis for bringing the Regional Official Plan into conformity with the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe. The progress with regard to this initiative is further explained in paragraph 3.3 of this report. 3.0 DISCUSSION 3.1 What is the Built Boundary? 3.1.1 The Built Boundary, by definition identifies the built-up area of a municipality by June 16, 2006. The Built Boundary is fixed in time for the purposes of implementing and monitoring a number of key policies of the Growth Plan. Residential development occurring within the Built Boundary will be counted towards achievement of the intensification target. It is important to emphasize that the Built Boundary is not a land-use designation and the delineation of the Built Boundary will not confer any new land-use designations, nor alter existing land-use designations. Any development on lands within the Built Boundary is still subject to the relevant provincial and municipal planning policies and approval processes. 3.2 How is the Built Boundary developed? 3.2.1 In November 2006, PIR released the Technical Paper on a Proposed Methodology for Developing a Built Boundary for the Greater Golden Horseshoe. That paper described the steps to delineate the Built Boundary, and applied the methodology to generate grid- cell mapping of the approximate built-up areas in the Greater Golden Horseshoe. In Clarington, the Province delineated built-boundaries for Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle, and Orono. 846 REPORT NO.: PSD-015-08 PAGE 4 3.2.2 Working from the preliminary Draft Built Boundary, PIR verified the underlying data and assumptions with all municipalities in the Greater Golden Horseshoe in the winter and spring of 2007. The Region of Durham worked closely with the municipalities to prepare their technical comments. Regional staff was very supportive of the municipalities' efforts to provide comments to the Provincial Government. This feedback and advice from municipalities, was used to further revise the methodology and a Proposed Final Built Boundary was issued in late Fall 2007 for final input from municipalities. 3.2.3 Regional Planning Staff in collaboration with the Clarington Planning Services Department staff are in the process of verifying the Proposed Final Built Boundary and are providing final feedback to the Ministry. It is expected that the Final Built Boundary as well as the full methodology will be released once all necessary refinements are complete within the first quarter of 2008. Once issued, the Final Built Boundary must be used in implementing the Growth Plan. 3.2.4 Large scale copies of maps reflecting the proposed Built Boundary for Clarington are available at the Planning Services Department. 3.3 Durham Region's Implementation of the Growth Plan 3.3.1 The Region of Durham, in response to: . the Growth Plan forecast that 373000 more people will be living in Durham and 142000 more jobs will be created in this region over the next 25 years, . the Growth Plan intensification directives for built-up areas and designated greenfields, and, . the requirement in the Places to Grow Act, 2005 that a municipality must bring its official plan into conformity with the Growth Plan before June 16, 2009; initiated a Growth Plan Implementation Study in July 2007. 3.3.2 The Growth Plan Implementation Study will result in a recommended growth scenario for Durham to 2031 and a refined policy framework, articulated through the Regional Official Plan, to better manage growth and development in the Region in a matter that conforms to the Growth Plan. 3.3.3 On January 8, 2008 the Regional Planning Committee authorized the release of the 1st report of the Growth Plan Implementation initiative entitled Growing Durham, Growth Plan Implementation Study, Draft - Phase 1 & 2: Summary of Understanding and Initial Analysis. A copy of the Executive Summary "Overview" is attached. 3.3.4 This Draft Report consists of a Reconnaissance phase (the distinctive characteristics, opportunities and challenges of the Region) and an Initial Growth Assessment phase with specific emphasis on the potential of the Region to accommodate growth through intensification of existing built-up areas, in Designated Greenfields and employment lands needs. 847 REPORT NO.: PSD-015-08 PAGE 5 3.3.5 Planning Staff of Clarington met with the Region on Friday, January 25th. 2008 to discuss the report and Staff will also be providing further input to inform the next phase of the study. The inputs given will assist the consultant in refining and confirming directions for subsequent phases of the study, which will include distribution of growth to each of the area municipalities. 3.3.6 The Draft Report also initiated the start of the consultation program by the Region with the first Public Information Session that was held on January 29, 2008. 3.3.7 A preliminary review of the Draft Report raises certain concerns, such as: . A map reflecting two alternative locations for a future GO Station in Bowmanville, one at the corner of Waverley Road and the 401 and the other further north adjacent to the Bowmanville West Town Centre. This raises serious concerns as the Municipality has just completed the Bowmanville West Town Centre Secondary Plan and has been promoting higher density in the area in large part due to the proposed GO Station. Similar concerns have been raised in Oshawa. Staff from both municipalities' planning departments are meeting to on how to recommend to Council a position on the issue and, . The methodology and accuracy of the research in determining the land availability for intensification in Clarington; . The accuracy of the factors and assumptions that were used to create the growth scenario's for the Region for the next 25 years. 3.3.8 Based on the analysis, the Study provides the following preliminary directions for the next phases of the study: . Positive levels of growth need to be directed to all of Durham's communities, including Durham's northern communities, in order to ensure their economic viability; . The Region's overall residential land needs to 2031 are beyond the supply of land within the current urban boundary - the analysis indicates a deficit of 12,500 units within the built-boundary; . In Greenfield Lands, the analysis indicates a deficit of 2081 gross hectares; . The need for up to 418 gross hectares of additional land is required to meet employment needs - this will require strategic investment and more land; . Meeting the Growth Plan density targets will require a more urban development pattern than has historically existed in the region; and, . Growth also needs to be accommodated through the creation of new growth nodes matched with supporting infrastructure. 4.0 CONCLUSION 4.1 The delineation of a Final Built Boundary and the implementation of the Growth Plan will significantly alter the urban growth in Clarington over the next 25 years. Clarington Planning Staff will, through active participation in the Region's initiatives and through its own Official Plan Review process, provide an appropriate response to the Growth Plan directives. 848 REPORT NO.: PSD-015-08 PAGE 6 Attachment: Attachment 1 - Map of Proposed final Built Boundary for the Region of Durham Attachment 2 - Growing Durham: Growth Plan Implementation Study 849 Attachment 1 To Report PSD-015-08 - Proposed FlnlII Bulk Boundary Dellneollld . lJndet_ Built-up _ Buik-up Anon Cl Gn!enbelt Area . Soura!S: MInIstry d _1nInIsbucluro _. MInIstry d _ Resoun:lIs ond MlnIstry d MunidpoIMWs and HousIng .0nlIlrt0~59/05 .. . Proposed Final Built Boundary for the Region of Durham The information displayed on the base map has been compiled from various sources, may not accurately reflect approved land-use and planning boundaries, may not be to scale, and may be out of date. The Province of Ontario assumes no responsibility or liability for any consequences of any use made of this map. Proposed Final Built Boundary for the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2006 Technical Paper Fall 2007850 23 .. . . . . . . . I I I I I I I I I I I I I . I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . t t t t t ~ Attachment 2 To Report PSD-015-08 ~~e~~~ URBAN STRATEGIES INC . 851 - I I I I . I I I I . . . I I I . I I I I I I I I I I , t t , , .. I, t t. , " ~., ~, ~.. ~ t t OVERVIEW WHAT IS THE DURHAM GROWTH PLAN IMPLEMENTATION STUDY? The Province's Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, released in 2006, directs that by 2031, the Region of Durham plan for 960,000 people living and 350,000 people working within the Region. That represents 373,000 more people and 142,000 more jobs than existed in the Region in 2006. In planning ahead for this growth and in response to recent Provincial growth management policy directions, the Regionof Durham initiated , a Growth Plan Implementation Study in JuJy 2007. This Study builds on the Region's Official Plan review work to begin to prepare recommended policy responses that will bring the Region's Official Plan into conformity with the Growth Plan policies. In particular, the study is intended to address Growth Plan population and employment forecasts to 2031, intensification and greenfield density targets, and resultant urban land needs in Durham up to 2029. The Growth Plan Implementation Study will result in a recommended growth scenario for Durham to 2031 and a refined policy framework to better manage growth and development in the Region in a manner that conforms to the Province's Growth Plan policies. WHAT IS THIS REPORT? This Draft Report provides a synthesis of the first phases, Reconnaissance and Initial Growth Assessment, undertaken for the Growth Plan Implementation Study. The Reconnaissance phase resulted in the assembly of a solid understanding of the current regional context - the distinctive characteristics, the opportunities and challenges therein - painting an overall canvas within which growth will occur. The Initial Growth Assessment phase has resulted in the creation of a residential growth forecast that provides a market-driven base case growth scenario and has been the basis for three streams of initial analysis: the potential to accommodate growth through intensification of existing built-up areas; in Greenfield development; and employment land needs. Given the interrelated nature of these streams of analysis and the assumptions inherent in them, the resultant land needs assessment in this draft report provide only initial findings that will need to be tested and refined through future phases of the work. More specifically, the work creates a base line foundation for testing of alternative scenarios that will accommodate population and employment growth within Durham Region to 2031. The testing of alternative growth scenarios will be the focus of the next phase of work. OUR UNDERSTANDING OF THE CURRENT REGIONAL CONTEXT In 2000, the Region of Durham embarked upon a Regional Official Plan Amendment exercise to update the 1993 Regional Official Plan (ROP). Through this amendment, a comprehensive review and substantial analysis of existing policies within the ROP occurred. This produced a series of recommended directions that wound up forming the basis for proposed amendments to the 1993 ROP (ROPA 114). In 2006, the Province released the Greater Golden Horseshoe (GGH) Growth Plan and Greenbelt Plan. The Growth Plan establishes the following policies with which the ROP must conform: Population and job forecasts of 960,000 and 350,000, respectively, by 2031; 40% of new development to be accommodated within the built up area; Pickering and Oshawa as Urban Growth Centres with a planned density of 200 people and jobs/hectare by 2031; and a planned density of 50 people and jobS/hectare on Greenfield lands. The following is a synopsis of the key observations from the background review, interviews with region staff, and consultation with local municipal partners and key stakeholders: . There are 6 key drivers of growth in the Region that will be considered in this study: University of Ontario Institute for Technology (UOIT/Durham College); the planned Seaton Community; Highway 407; proposed Pickering Airport; Innovation and new technologies; a.nd the countryside; . Each local municipality has defined a distinct future and URBAN STRATEGIES INC. 1 852 approach to accommodating growth; . There are market constraints to meeting the Growth Plan targets; . Servici~is adequate to support growth in major urban areas but is a constraint to growth in northern settlement areas; . Accommodating intensification in a predominantly low density community will be a challenge; . Strategic approaches will be needed to achieve Regional employment objectives; . Transit will playa critical role in managing growth within the Region; . "Regional Centres, Corridors and growth nodes will playa vital role in accommodating intensification; and . Durham's waterfront resource may not be fully capitalized. A FRAMEWORK FOR CREATING GROWTH SCENARIOS On the basis of this understanding of the regional context, a series of seven growth scenario principles have been drafted in addition to a set of parameters and evaluation criteria. While development and testing of alternative growth scenarios should be guided by the following principles. . Foster livable urban environments . Foster economic potential and increased job opportunities . Enhance mobility within the Region . Ensure an efficient and sustainable infrastructure and servicing network . Use land wisely and efficiently · Live in Harmony with the Environment . Protect and enhance the Region's Waterfronts INITIAL GROWTH ASSESSMENT TheJnitial Growth Assessment analysis includes the creation of a base-case forecast growth model that provides the data required for three main streams of analysis: intensification, Greenfield and employment The initial findings of each stream are then evaluated 2 4 ~ ~ with respect to meeting the Provincial Growth Plan density and intensification targets and to determine a preliminary urban land needs assessment for the Region. GROWTH FORECASTS The residential growth forecast is based on recent and ~nticipated market conditions as well the population forecast derived from Schedule 3 of the Provincial Growth Plan. This forecast is referred to as the "Base Case Growth Scenario" throughout this report. Most significantly, the total 2031 Base Case population forecast has been downwardly adjusted by 90,600 in comparison to the 2006 OPR forecast given current and planned market uptake. Key observations from the residential growth forecast include: . Over the 2006-2031 forecast period, the Region's housing stock is anticipated to increase by 151,199, which represents a 25-year average of over 6,000 units per year; , . Comparatively, historical housing completions averaged approximately 4,300 units per year from 1997 to 2006; . By 2031, the total number of households across the Region is forecast to increase to 345,800; . The mix of new housing units is forecast to become gradually more weighted toward medium- and high-density housing forms. From 2006 to 2031, new housing units are anticipated to average approximately 59% low-density, 30% medium-density and 11% high-density; . The long-term shift towards a greater mix of medium- and high-density housing forms is anticipated to be driven by a combination of housing price/affordability and demographics (Le. population age structure); . With respect to growth rates, annual population and housing growth levels are anticipated to peak by 2021. largely due to the aging of the population base and lower forecast Provincial-wide economic output and employment growth (I.e. gross domestic product) during the latter portion of the forecast period; . Persons per unit (PPU) levels for housing units in Durham are forecast to steadily decline from 3.02 in 2006 to 2.88 by 2016, and 2.78 by 2031; = . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... DURHAM GROWTH PLAN IMPLEMENTATION STUDY - DRAFT PHASE 1 & 2 REPORT 853 ... . , . I . . , .. ~ " !I} ~ ., ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ .. .. .. .. .. III III III a a a a a . . . . . . l . t I I , Despite the recent downward adjustment to the Durham Region long-term population forecast, the future growth outlook for this area is very positive. Over the next 25 years, Durham is anticipated to average approx. 5,600 units per year, which is well above historical averages. INTENSIFICATION ANALYSIS The purpose of this analysis has been to assess whether there is sufficient intensification opportunity within the Region's current built-up area to accommodate the number of forecasted residential units to the year 2031. The int~nsification analysis has been structured in order to explore and seek to answer three key questions: 1. How many units have to be accommodated within the built-up area to achieve the 40% Intensification target? Seeking to achieve the policy target of 40% of the total forecast growth within the built up area. would result in the following levels of housing units being provided: . To 2015, at 20% intensification levels, a housing demand of up to 10,472 units within the built-up area . Between 2015 and 2031, at 40% intensification levels, a housing demand of up to 39,500 units within the built up area . In total, requiring a total of 50,000 new units within the built up area by 2031. 2. How many Intensification units the market base case scenario forecasts would anticipate being developed within the built-up area to 2031? The housing demand analysis results indicate that 49,900 units are forecasted to be built within the built up area over the 2006 to 2031 period, which is 33% of the Regional total. Over the period between 2015 and 2031, 36% of all residential growth will occur within the built-up area with 35.257 units forecasted. 3: Is there a sufficient supply of lands appropriate for Intensification to accommodate the 40% target? When considering the appropriate locations for growth within the existing communities of Durham, it is important to understand that there are areas, such as stable residential neighbourhoods. that are not appropriate for change and focus on the areas that may appropriately accommodate new or additional development such as the Regional Centre, Corridors and other areas where growth may be directed. Based on this analysis. the number of units that could be accommodated within the Regional Centres. Corridors, and other potential growth areas, such as transit stations, is approximately 25,600 units. GREENFIELD ANALYSIS The intent of the Greenfield analysis has been to assess the designated Greenfield land needs over a 20 year planning period. Greenfield housing supply A total of 8.173 units are currently in the development process on designated Greenfield land. Of these active applications in the Greenfield area, 70% are low density. 21% are medium density and 9% are high density housing. With respect to potential housing units on vacant Greenfield lands. 20. 710 are low-density, 11,789 are medium-density and 13,807 are high-density. When \ considering all vacant residential tand supply and units in the development process (adjusted for residential land vacancy). the total housing supply on Greenfield land is 80,089 units. of which approximately 44% are low-density housing form. Greenfield housing demand Within the total Base Case Scenario housing demand forecast of 151,199 units, 33% are allocated to the built up area, while the remaining 67% have been allocated to Greenfield Lands. In accordance with recent and anticipated housing trends, market demand in the Greenfield area will be dominated by low-density housing, at approximately 75% of total Greenfield housing. The remaining 25% of housing demand in the Greenfield area will be comprised of medium-density (24%) and high-density (1%) households. URBAN STRATEGIES INC. 3 854 Greenfield residential land needs (supply vs. demand) Under the density and unit mix"assumptions, Greenfield housing demand exceeds developable low-density housing supply by 27,059 units. On the other hand, there is an identified surplus of potential medium and high-density supply within the forecasted period under the Base Case Scenario. ON this basis a residential land deficit of 1,041 net ha and 2,081 gross ha has been calculated for low-density housing. The results of this analysis indicate that current low-density housing supply does not satisfy demand and therefore additional residential land will be required. Accordingly, the Greenfield analysis identifies that at the Region- , . wide level there is a considerable mismatch between housing supply and demand. EMPLOYMENT ANALYSIS The employment analysis provides an aSsessment of Durham's long-term land needs for employment lands. Key observations include: o the total forecast employment growth is anticipated to average approximately 5,700 employees per year, which is moderately above historical averages from 1991 to 2001; o Based on current employment estimates, and the deferred timing of development commencement of the Seaton Lands in Pickering (2011/2012), it does not appear that Durham will reach the 2011 Growth Plan employment forecast; o The post 2011 rate of employment growth in Durham is forecast to increase considerably, largely due to the realization of key elements of the Regional structure identified in the ROP (i.e. Highway 407, Pickering Airport, UOIT: etc.); and o The significant decline in post 2021 employment growth, as per the Growth Plan forecast, does not appear reasonable given the considerable ramp up of employment demand from 2011 to 2021. Employment Demand Over the 2009 - 2029 time period a total of 74,300 new 4 jobs are anticipated to be developed on employment lands, which represents 60% of total job growth (excluding primary employment) across Durham Region. The remaining 40% of new jobs across Durham Region will be located in the Living Areas Designation. I 4 I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -- ..I To accommodate the projected job growth on employment lands, a total of 2,860 gross ha of employment lands will be required, based ona calculated gross density of 26 employees/ha. Over the 20 year forecast period, approximately 32% for forecast demand for employment lands will be located within the built up area, based on currently identified developable land supply. Employment Land Supply The following key attributes have been identified with respect to Durham's employment,land supply: o As of year-end 2006Durham Region has an identified developable employment lands inventory of 2,217 net ha. Of this total, approximately 67% is located within the West and Central anchor; o Approx. 36% percent of Durham's developable employment lands inventory is located within the built boundary; o Over 50% of the Region's potentially developable employment lands are located along the proposed Highway 407; and o Based on discussions with local realtors/developers, recent construction of larger developments in Durham has been hindered by the lack of larger (20 + hectares) sites, as opposed to poor demand. o In accordance with the above supply and demand analysis on employment lands, the following land needs have been identified on a Region-wide basis. A small deficit of 47 gross ha has been identified by 2029. For the purposes of long- range land use planning, 47 gross ha should be considered the minimum amount of additional employment land required. Based on the land needs of current and prospective industries on employment lands, it would not be unreasonable to suggest that the amount of additional employment land required to meet the 20 year forecast for Durham Region will be considerably higher DURHAM GROWTH PLAN IMPLEMENTATION STUDY - DRAFT PHASE 1 & 2 REPORT 855 t f . t I ~ .. II I 'ii . . I . I I I I . I I) !J " ~ ~ ~ 8 !t ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 9 I . . . . . . . , " than calculated above. For example, a slight reduction in gross density levels from 26 (Base Scenario) to 23 employees per gross hectares would increase the Region's 20-year land need from 47 to 418 gross ha. Under the assumptions applied in this analysis, the current supply of developable regional employment land supply will not be sufficient to meet Regional needs over the next 20 years. Over this period, a range of 47 to 418 gross ha of additional employment lands has been identified. Without an adequate supply of designated employment lands, it will beco[l1e increasingly difficult for the Region of Durham to achieve the long-term employment activity rate forecast, as per the Growth Plan, which notably is well below the Region's long-term economic development objective of 50%. MEETING THE GROWTH PLAN DENSITY TARGETS Intensification target of 40% development within the built up area The Growth Plan policies direct 40% of new development to areas within the built-up area, where there is infrastructure in place to accommodate the expected population and employment growth. Within these areas, more compact or intensified development is encouraged to occur predominantly in urban growth centres, regional centres, major corridors, and transit station areas. The intensification analysis results indicate that a rate of 30-35% intensification can be met utilizing the Base Case Scenario. Greenfield density target of SO people and Jobs/hectare Based on thE; Base Case Growth Scenario demand forecast, the total gross population and job density on designated Greenfield lands could be 48 people and jobs/hectare which is slightly lower than the Growth Plan density target of 50 people and jobs/ hectare. The potential for future lower densities on employment lands would have a significant impact the combined density target. PRELIMINARY LAND NEEDS ASSESSMENT In each stream it is clear that given the market trends and forecasts, each of the policy targets will be a challenge to achieve. An overview of the analysis suggests the following: . Within the built up area, the supply of intensification lands does not meet the housing need that would be required to meet the 40% target. The results of the intensification analysis indicate a deficit of 12,500 units within the built-up area. . In Greenfield lands, the analysis indicates that there is a deficit of 3,219 units and 2,081 gross hectares. The deficit is mainly for low density residential units yet there is a surplus in medium and high density land supply. . The employment lands analysis identifies a shortfall for employment lands by 47-418 gross hectares but in this case the quality and character of the supply must be considered. Clearly the deficit in employment lands, needs to be augmented with a strategic understanding of the viability of lands and future potential matched with infrastructure investments such as the 407 and key drivers such as UOIT. At this stage of the study, the conclusions of each individual stream cannot be summed toward a total land need. The assumptions and interrelated implications of this work needs to be balanced toward a comprehensive strategy to managing growth in people and jobs over the course of the next 25 and 50 years. URBAN STRATEGIES INC. 5 856 PRELIMINARY DIRECTIONS Based on the Phase I and 2 analysis of the Growth Plan Implementation Study, several key preliminary directions are proposed. These are based on a synopsis of the many levels of analysis and exploration undertaken to date but will also be an important departure point for the next phase of work, growth scenario preparation and analysis. These preliminary directions are as follows: . ,Positive levels of growth need to be directed.to all of Durham's communities, including Durham's northern communities, in order to ensure their economic viability; . The Region's overall residential land needs to 2031 are beyond the supply of land within the current urban boundary; . Meeting the Employment Forecasts and Participation Rates will require strategic investment and additional employment lands; . Meeting the Growth Plan density targets will require a more urban development pattern than has historically existed in the Region; and . Growth also needs to be accommodated through the creation of new growth nodes matched with supporting infrastructure. In conclusion, the Initial Growth Analysis has created a strong understanding of the existing regional context with regard to growth and urban form, provided for the creation of a market driven base case scenario for accommodating growth and allowed the team to test the implications for Durham in terms of conforming to the Growth Plan. policy targets and provisions. Clearly, the first phases work offers only preliminary directions on how growth should be accommodated but it has provided a critical foundation from which to depart to the next phases of work. 6 NEXT STEPS .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. .. . . . . . . . . .. ! This Draft Report is being considered by Regional Planning Committee in January 2008. The first public meeting for the Growth Plan Implementation Study will be held late January. The input from these meetings and other outreach will be incorporated into the Final Phase I and II report and will inform the next phase of work. The next phase of the Study is the Alternative Growth Scenario Analysis, The alternative scenarios will be developed on the basis of the principles and parameters drafted in Section 4. These scenarios will then be built and tested to explore the implications for Durham in terms of the regional structure, built form, infrastructure and the related implications in conforming with the Growth Plan targets. .\ DURHAM GROWTH PLAN IMPLEMENTATION STUDY - DRAFT PHASE 1 & 2 REPORT 857 Cl~mgron REPORT PLANNING SERVICES Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: Monday, February 4, 2008 Report #: PSD-016-08 File #: C-C-2007-0001 By-law #: Subject: DRAFT PLAN OF CONDOMINIUM APPLICATION APPLICANT: 1709599 ONTARIO INC. RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report PSD-016-08 be received; 2. THAT the Draft Plan of Condominium application, submitted by 1709599 Ontario Inc. be APPROVED and that the Director of Planning Services be authorized to issue Draft Approval, subject to the conditions as contained in Attachment 4 and the applicant entering into a site plan agreement; 3. THAT a copy of Report PSD-016-08 be forwarded to the Durham Region Planning Department; and 4. THAT all interested parties listed in this report and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. Submitted by: ~kReViewed bQA~ ~ ~aVid J. Crome, M.C.I.P., R.P.P. ranklin Wu, Director of Planning Services Chief Administrative Officer SAlCP IDJ CIs h/df 29 January 2008 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T (905)623-3379 F (905)623-0830 858 REPORT NO.: PSD-016-08 PAGE 2 1.0 APPLICATION DETAILS 1.1 Owner/Applicant: 1709599 Ontario Inc. 1.2 Agent: JLC Group 1.3 Proposal: Draft Plan of Condominium Application to permit condominium tenure of eighteen (18) existing rental townhouse dwelling units. 1.4 Site Area: 0.67 ha 1.5 Location: The subject lands are located at 1-37 Kingscourt Road in Bowmanville (Attachment 1). The property is contained within Part Lot 10, Concession 2, in the former Town of Bowmanville. 2.0 BACKGROUND 2.1 On February 7, 2007, the Owner submitted an application for condominium approval to the Municipality of Clarington to permit condominium tenure in eighteen (18) existing rental townhouse dwelling units. 2.2 In 1994, the property owner at that time filed an application for condominium conversion under Section 4(1) (b) of the Rental Housing Protection Act. The application was approved by Clarington Council on September 11, 1995, subject to a number of conditions. These conditions are included in their entirety in Attachment 3 to this report. No further action was taken by the Owner to submit an application for the Draft Plan of Condominium until February of 2007. 2.3 The applicant submitted a site plan application in June 2007, as per Condition 1 of the Conditions of Final Approval for Condominium Conversion (Attachment 3). As this townhouse development was constructed in 1967, prior to site plan control being implemented in Clarington (1979), there is no approved site plan for this property at this time. 3.0 LAND CHARACTERISTICS AND SURROUNDING USES 3.1 The subject property currently contains eighteen townhouse units, associated parking spaces and there are a number of mature trees on site. The site has frontage and access from Church Street. The Orthophoto following shows the subject property, existing development, and surrounding uses. 859 REPORT NO.: PSD-016-08 PAGE 3 OrthoPhoto 2005 3.2 The surrounding uses are as follows: North - Bowmanville Public High School South - Low Density Residential West - Vincent Massey Public Elementary School East - Draft approved plan of subdivision S-C-2005-001 4.0 PROVINCIAL POLICY 4.1 Provincial Policv Statement The Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) states that Planning authorities shall provide a range of housing types and densities. Also housing which is affordable to low and moderate income households shall be available. This conversion of rental townhouse units to condominium townhouse units will provide an opportunity for homeownership for persons seeking smaller, higher density dwelling units, rather than the standard single detached dwelling. The application would conform. 860 REPORT NO.: PSD-016-08 PAGE 4 4.2 Growth Plan The Growth Plan states municipalities will develop, through their official plans and other supporting documents, a plan for a range and mix of housing, considering affordable housing needs. These units will provide the opportunity for ownership of townhouse-style dwelling units that are affordable given their location, age of structure and floor area. The application would conform. 5.0 OFFICIAL PLANS 5.1 Durham Reaional Official Plan The Durham Regional Official Plan designates the subject property "Living Area". The goal of the Living Area designation is to provide a full range of housing. 5.2 Clarinaton Official Plan The subject property is within the Bowmanville East Town Centre Secondary Plan of the Clarington Official Plan and is designated "High Density Residential". Typically new high density development in this designation is permitted within a range of 40-100 units per net hectare. However, this development was constructed in 1967 and predates the Town of Newcastle Official Plan (1974) and the current Clarington Official Plan. This site, with a density of 27 units per hectare, has legal non-conforming status. 6.0 ZONING BY-LAW CONFORMITY . 6.1 Zoning By-law 84-63 zones the subject lands "Urban Residential Type Three (R3)". The R3 zone permits a mix of residential building types including link townhouse dwellings. This application would conform to the zoning provisions. 7.0 SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND STUDIES 7.1 A Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment was submitted with the application and was completed in 1998 by Frontier Engineering Inc. The site assessment entailed a detailed inspection of the site and the existing buildings seeking the presence of materials or conditions which may have an adverse impact on the environment. No evidence was found to indicate the presence of any contamination from materials or conditions. The study concluded that no further investigation was warranted. 861 REPORT NO.: PSD-016-08 PAGE 5 Although the study is dated 1998, the buildings were constructed in 1967and the use of eighteen townhouse units has remained unchanged since that date. There is no evidence from air photo analysis that there has been any change to the site since that date. The study is adequate for this application. 8.0 PUBLIC NOTICE AND SUBMISSIONS 8.1 This application was received after January 1, 2007, and all Bill 51 procedures are applicable and have been followed. 8.2 A public meeting was held Friday, June 8, 2007. No one spoke in opposition to, or in support of, this application at the public meeting. 8.3 No inquiries have been received regarding this application. The Owner conducted several meetings for the tenants of the units to keep them informed of the condominium process. 9.0 AGENCY COMMENTS 9.1 Durham Region Planning Department provided no objection but included in their comments conditions for the Condominium Conditions of Draft Approval. 9.2 No objections were received in comments from Veridian, Enbridge, Rogers, Bell and Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board. 9.3 Central Lake Ontario Conservation has no objection to the approval of condominium tenure for this property, nor do they have any conditions of approval. 9.4 Clarington Engineering requires a road widening to be taken along Church Street. With the draft approval of Plan of Subdivision S-C-2005-001, the road allowance of the extension of Church Street has been shifted north in an effort to preserve a significant Copper Beech tree. The shift northward necessitates a small road widening to be taken from the 1-37 Kingscourt property to accommodate the curvature in the Church Street extension. This road widening will be acquired through the site plan process. 1 0.0 STAFF COMMENTS 10.1 To change the tenure from rental to individual ownership the Municipality of Clarington has a two step process in conformity with the Planning Act. The 862 REPORT NO.: PSD-016-08 PAGE 6 applicant must submit an application for Condominium Conversion, then an application for Plan of Condominium. In 1994 the Owners at that time submitted an application for Condominium conversion which was approved by Council, subject to a number of conditions. 10.2 The Conditions of Condominium Conversion are summarized as follows: 1) Enter in a site plan agreement with the Municipality for the subject property. 2) Prepare a report detailing the current conditions of the units and the property. This report must be prepared by an architect or a professional engineer to the satisfaction of the Planning Services Department. 3) Enter into a Condominium Conversion Agreement under Section 12 of the Rental Housing Protection Act. Due to the replacement of the Rental Housing Protection Act and the Landlord Tenant Act, some of the conditions are now redundant. Protection for the current tenants has been built into the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 now in effect, and they no longer need to be conditions of conversion approval. For example, a tenant who was tenant on the day the rental unit was converted to condominium now has a right of first refusal to purchase the unit at the price and subject to the terms and conditions in the offer. However, Conditions 1 and 2 are still valid and the Owner was required to complete them. 10.3 The Owner will be entering into a site plan agreement with the Municipality of Clarington. This agreement details the location of buildings and landscaping features. The site plan agreement also covers financial matters, including performance guarantees for landscaping and engineering works. The appropriate Letters of Credit were obtained from the Owner for these performance guarantees. 10.4 A report was submitted to the Planning Services Department entitled "Technical Audit" by J J Molnar, Realty Advisors Inc. This company employs a Professional Engineer who is certified to conduct Technical and Performance Audits as stipulated in Section 44 of Condominium Act, S.O. 1998. This report was reviewed by the Clarington Building Division and found to be satisfactory. 10.5 At this time the Owner has met all the Conditions of Condominium Conversion and thus Staff has no objections to the approval of the application for Plan of Condominium. 10.6 Clarington Finance advises that for the subject lands all taxes have been paid satisfactorily. 863 REPORT NO.: PSD-016-08 PAGE 7 11.0 CONCLUSION 11.1 Based on comments contained in this report it is respectfully recommended that the Draft Plan of Condominium be APPROVED, subject to the attached conditions of draft approval contained in Attachment 4. Draft approval for the plan of condominium will be issued after the applicant has entered into a site plan agreement. 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L-- 866 Attachment 3 To Report PSD-016-0a CONDITIONS OF FINAL APPROVAL FOR CONDOMINIUM CONVERSION APPLICATION CDlI 001-94/C 1. The owner. shall submit an application for a plan of condomJ.nJ.UIn to the Region and an application for site plan approval to the Municipality. The owner agrees to enter into a site plan agreement with the Municipality to provide the .following: . a) improvements" to /" the" property including landscaping, f~ncing, garbage enclosure facilities, etc; b) the oWner shall retain an. architect or . professional engineer to.provide a cost estimate of required'works and improvements for review and approval by the Planning and Development Department; c) appropriate securities for the said improvements shall be posted by the owner; and, d) the owner must pay all outstanding municipal taxes, if any, including all local improvement charges at the time of execution of the required agreements with the Municipality. 2 . The owner shall have a report prepared by an architect or a . professional engineer to the. satisfaction of the Planning and Development Department which certifies that all units on the property comply with the property standards by-law based on an inspection of t.he interior and exterior of the property including plumbing, heating, electrical, fire' safety and structural conditions. The report shall include a cost estimate' of required works and improvements to the building for review and approval by the Municipality. A copy of this report shall be available to all potential purchasers'. 3.. The applicant shall enter into a condominium conversion agreement urider Section 12 of the Rental Housing Protection Act with the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington. :Prior to entering into any' agreements of purchase and sale for anybf the proposed condominium units and prior to the registration of the condominium declaration and description, the owner shall: a) carry out the works' as required under Condition 2. b) provide all existing tenants residing at 1-37 Kinqscourt Road with guaranteed tenancy agreements at present rental rates with similar conditions as currently enjoyed, subject to increases from time to tille governed by the Residential Rent Regulation Act, for the following periods of time: 867 Attachment 4 To Report PSD-016-08 CONDITIONS OF DRAFT APPROVAL 1. The Owner shall have the final plan prepared on the basis of approved draft plan of condominium C-C-2007-0001 prepared by MacKinnon Associates, project number 2654, dated January 2007, which illustrates 18 townhouse units, parking and private roadways. 2. The Owner shall satisfy all requirements, financial and otherwise, of the Municipality of Clarington. This shall include, among other matters, the execution of an agreement between the Owner and the Municipality of Clarington concerning such matters as follows: compliance with the Municipality's approved site plan in terms of refuse collection, snow storage and driveway entrance maintenance. 3. Prior to final approval of this plan of condominium for registration, the Director of the Planning Services for the Municipality of Clarington shall be advised in writing by: a) Durham Region Planning Department, how Condition 1 was satisfied. NOTES TO DRAFT APPROVAL 1. As the Owner of the proposed condominium, it is your responsibility to satisfy all of the conditions of draft approval in an expeditious manner. He conditions to draft approval will be reviewed periodically and may be amended at any time prior to final approval. The Planning Act provides that draft approval may be withdrawn at any time prior to final approval. 2. All plans of condominium must be registered in the Land Titles system within the Regional Municipality of Durham. 3. If final approval is not given to this plan within three years of the draft approval date, and no extensions have been granted, draft approval shall lapse and the file shall be CLOSED. Extensions may be granted provided valid reason is given and is submitted to the Director of Planning Services for the Municipality of Clarington well in advance of the lapsing date. 868 CJ.!J!il1gtDn REPORT ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: Monday February 4, 2008 Resolution #: Report #: EGD-008-08 File #: By-law #: Subject: APPOINTMENT OF INSPECTOR Recommendations: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: . 1. THAT Report EGD-008-08 be received; 2. THAT Jeremy Zegers be appointment as Inspector for the Municipality of Clarington effective Monday February 4, 2008 and that his name be added to Schedule 'A' of By-law 2005-145; and 3. THAT the appropriate by-law be forwarded to Council. Respectfully by, ~O Submitted by: A.S. Cannella Director of Engineering Services u~~ Reviewed by: Franklin Wu Chief Administrative Officer ASC/jo January 28, 2008 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F905-623-9282 901 Report #EGD-008-08 Page 2 1.0 REVIEW AND COMMENT 1.1 Jeremy Zegers is currently employed as a Plans Examiner/Inspector with the Engineering Services Department in the Municipality of Clarington. Jeremy is a graduate of the 3 year Architectural Technology program at Sheridan College. His work experience includes working in construction, building custom homes and operating his business designing custom homes. Jeremy has also completed the following Ministry Affairs and Housing building code courses: . House . Small Buildings · General Legal The Building Code requires that the inspector pass the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing exams before the inspector can be appointed in the building by-law. Attachments: Attachment 1 - Proposed by-law amendment 902 ATTACHMENT NO.:1 ~EPORT NO.: EGO.OOa-Qa THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON BY-LAW NO. 2008-XXX Being a By-law to amend By-law 2005-145, a by-law respecting the appointment of a Chief Building Official, Building Inspectors, Plumbing Inspectors and Fire Safety Inspectors. WHEREAS, the Council of the Municipality of Clarington has approved the recommendations contained in Report EGD-008-08. NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington hereby enacts as follows: 1. Schedule "A" to By-law 2005-145 is hereby amended by adding the following there to: Column 1 "Inspector" Column 2 "Jeremy Zegers" This By-law shall come into effect on the date of passing hereof. BY-LAW read a first and second time this XXth day of XXXX, 2008. BY-LAW read a third time and finally passed this XXth day of XXXX, 2008. Jim Abernethy, Mayor Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk 903 Cl~glOn REPORT ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT I "" Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: Monday February 4, 2008 Resolution #: Report #: EGD-009-08 File #: By-law #: Subject: COURTICE SKATE PARK NAMING Recommendations: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT the request to name the new skate park in Courtice after Rob Piontek be approved; and 2. THAT interested parties be advised of Council's decision. Respectfully by, O~--..~ Submitted by: A.S. Cannella Director of Engineering Services Reviewed by: Franklin Wu Chief Administrative Officer ASC/PW/jb January 10, 2008 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-9282 904 Report #EGD-009-08 Page 2 1.0 BACKGROUND 1.1 At the September 10, 2007 Council Meeting the following resolution was approved: "That the request from Jason King, Alcatraz Skates to name the new skateboard park at the Courtice Community Centre after Rob Piontek be referred to staff for consideration in accordance with the Naming of Municipal/Facilities Policy." Rob Piontek was a former skateboard instructor with the Municipality who passed away in August 2007. The following information was provided by Jason King in support of his request: "Certainly I believe that despite his young years, his two years of service as a Skateboard Park Counselor for Clarington make him an appropriate candidate for this nomination. In this role, he had a major impact on skateboarders as a positive role model, teaching them safe and respectful skateboarding and certainly he continued this role to members of the skateboard community even after leaving his job as a counselor." The construction of the Courtice Skate Park will begin in the spring of 2008 with an anticipated completion by June 15, 2008. 2.0 ANALYSIS 2.1 The Municipality has a Policy for naming Parks and Open Spaces and a Policy Regarding Memorial Tributes. The policy for Naming Parks and Open Sp,aces was approved in 1990. It recommends establishing park names based on the street that the Park or Open Space fronts on to. The policy Regarding Memorial Tributes was approved in 1998. It provides guidelines for recognizing members of Council, members of the Community at Large and National Tributes/Recognition of Royalty. 905 Report #EGD-009-oa Page 3 The section for Members of the Community at Large states: "Recognition on an ad-hoc basis by Council as requests are received, by the naming of any park, street or facility, based on the length and degree of service to the community. " 2.2. By all accounts Rob Piontek was an exemplary citizen of Clarington who helped influence others through his work as a skateboard instructor for the Municipality. Just as importantly, Rob Piontek was a significant role model within the skateboard community, a community which often feels marginalized and outside of the mainstream. As a member of the adidas national flow team, Rob Piontek was among an elite group of Canada's best skaters and epitomized everything that young skateboarders love about the sport. There are multiple paths to success but many will agree that this young Clarington resident was an impressive example of innovation and achievement and a leader within the skateboard community in Clarington and across Canada. 2.3 The skateboard park that is to be constructed in Courtice provides us with a unique opportunity to honour not just one young man's life, but the lives of all of those young people who lobbied local politicians for an additional skatepark facility to be built within Clarington. It has been said that often the ideas, opinions, involvement and initiative of people considered to be "young", go unheard. Naming the new Courtice skatepark facility after Rob Piontek allows us to tap into what really matters to those who wanted this facility to be constructed and provides us with an opportunity to demonstrate positive recognition of their community. 906 Report #EGD-009-08 Page 4 3.0 CONCLUSION The policy Regarding Memorial Tributes provides guidelines for recognizing members of the Community at Large by naming parks and open spaces in their honour based on degree of service during their lifetime. Rob Piontek was a brilliant example of everything the skateboard community stands for and was an outstanding role model for many young people within Clarington. Naming the new Courtice skatepark after Rob Piontek may allow Clarington youth to feel valued because they were meaningfully engaged in more than a token manner in something that really matters to them. I am therefore recommending to Council that the new skatepark facility currently being constructed in Clarington, be named in honour of Rob Piontek. 907 CllJ!mglOn REPORT CLERK'S DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: February 4,2008 Report #: CLD-003-08 File #: By-law #: Subject: 2006 MUNICIPAL ELECTION - CHARGES AGAINST THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON IN THE ONTARIO COURT OF JUSTICE RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report CLD-003-08 be received for information. Submitted by: ." CJ~~ Reviewed by: Franklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer PLB* CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 1301 REPORT NO.: CLD-003-08 PAGE 2 1. Backaround At the Council meeting of January 14, 2008, Council asked me to provide a report on the amounts that the Municipality has paid in defending the 105 charges that were laid by Mark Hendrikx against the Municipality. These charges related to the 2006 Municipal Election and allegations made by Mr. Hendrikx that the Municipality had breached the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. 2. The Charaes Mr. Hendrikx laid 105 charges against the Municipality. The majority of these charges stem from columns which the Municipality ran under the heading "Mayor's Corner" in the local newspapers leading up to the November 13 Voting Day. Mr. Hendrikx claimed that these articles were published in violation of section 70(4)(3) of the Municipal Elections Act (the Act), which prohibits a Municipality from making any donations to a candidate's campaign, section 66(1) of the Act which defines contributions and section 67(2)(2) which defines expenses. In addition to the publication of these columns, Mr. Hendrikx claimed that the Municipality breached section 70(4)(3) of the Act in the following ways: . by permitting the candidate to publish and distribute the town e-mail address Mavor~c1arinaton.net on his election material . by permitting the candidate to distribute election related solicitations for campaign money using municipal equipment and fax . by supplying paid municipal staff to assist in the re-election campaign of the incumbent candidate for Mayor . by failing to enforce municipal and provincial by-laws and allowing the incumbent candidate for Mayor special status during the election CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 1302 REPORT NO.: CLD-003-08 PAGE 3 . by supplying a municipal banner for the incumbent Mayor's campaign office and providing Clarington pens and other advertising materials for the election campaign office and campaign . by supplying significant municipal resources to design, maintain, and host a web site featuring the candidate . by supplying municipally-paid TV commercials showcasing the Mayor and/or praising Clarington Council . by arranging, assisting, funding, promoting and/or creating the "First Annual Mayor's Golf Classic" . by arranging, assisting, funding, promoting and/or creating the Mayor's Address . by supplying the incumbent candidate a municipal credit card that was used during the candidate's election campaign for election related entertainment Section 74(1) of the Act states that a contributor shall not make a contribution of money that does not belong to the contributor. Mr. Hendrikx claimed that the Municipality breached this section of the Act by providing municipal money towards improper credit card expenses and the provision of municipal assets, time, expertise and the failure to adhere to these rules encompassed a variety of departments, staff and councillors. As well, Mr. Hendrikx believed that the Municipality breached section 71 (1) of the Act, which prohibits the contribution of more than $750 to a single candidate as well as section 76(2~ which prohibits an election expense being incurred outside of a candidate's election campaign period. These charges were scheduled for first hearing on October 25, 2007. At that time, the matter was put over to December 21,2007. At the hearing on that date, the Crown Attorney withdrew all charges stating that, in her opinion, there was no reasonable prospect of success in convicting the Municipality in any of them. 1303 REPORT NO.: CLD-003-08 PAGE 4 3. Defence of Charaes Significant time was required by both staff and the municipality's solicitors to review and verify the materials submitted by Mr. Hendrikx and to ascertain the actions taken by staff in the administration of the municipal election. Work on preparation for the upcoming trial commenced on September 25,2007. 4. Costs to Defend the Charaes The final invoices for the solicitors' time in defending this action have now been received. The total cost to the Municipality to defend the charges equals approximately $53,000. This amount equates to $50,949.97 in legal fees plus approximately $2,000 in staff time. 5. Conclusion This report is submitted for information purposes, as requested by Council. 1304 Clfllpn REPORT CLERK'S DEPARTMENT Meeting: General Purpose and Administration Committee Date: February 4, 2008 Report #: CLD-004-08 File #: By-law #: Subject: 2008 Animal Licence Sales Campaign RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report CLD-004-08 be received for information. Submitted by: Reviewed by: 0 ~-"~ Franklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer PLB* AG CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 1305 REPORT NO.: CLD-004-oa PAGE 2 BACKGROUND AND COMMENT Since 1998 the Municipality of Clarington has contracted with Animal Licensing Services Inc. for the door-to-door selling of animal licences, with the exception of 2005 wherein municipal staff sold the licences door-to-door. Licences were sold during the period of March through to the end of September. In 2006 Animal Licensing Services Inc. was the successful bidder for the door-to-door sales contract. Our sales agreement with Animal Licensing Services Inc. was a one-year contract and offered the Municipality the opportunity to extend the contract for an additional period for up to two years. In 2007 the Municipality took advantage of the agreement extension clause and Animal Licensing Services Inc. conducted our door-to-door licensing campaign. Our 2007, sales campaign was successful. In total, 1593 licenses were sold on behalf of the Municipality through the door-to-door sales agents. As exceptional customer service is fundamental to our municipal values, prior to Animal Licensing Services Inc. initiating their sales in 2007, each of their sales agents were required to attend a customer service training workshop. Staff are pleased to report that we received only two complaints from residents respecting the door-to-door services in 2007. Both of these matters were resolved. 2008 Door-to-Door Sales Based on the successes realized in 2007, we have exercised our option to extend the contract for 2008. Again, each Animal Licensing Services Inc. sales agent will attend a 2008 customer service workshop to reinforce Clarington's commitment to excellent customer service. Every sales agent will be required to wear and prominently display municipally issued photo identification. Additionally, the names and photos of the sales agents have been posted on our Website. Notices shall appear in the local newspapers advising our residents of the sales campaign. Sales begin as of March 1, 2008. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 1306 REPORT NO.: CLD-004.QS PAGE 3 200S Sales Outlets In addition to the door-to-door sales, animal licences are sold at the following locations: Bowmanville Veterinary Clinic 2826 King Street East, Bowmanville Clarington Animal Shelter 33 Lake Road, Bowmanville Driver & Vehicle License Bureau 157 King Street, Bowmanville East Oshawa Animal Hospital 1 Townline Road North, Courtice Municipal Administrative Centre (Town Hall) 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville Orono Veterinary Clinic 30 Cobbledick Street, Orono Clarington Animal Hospital 2727 Courtice Road, Courtice Courtice Pet Clinic 1500 Highway 2, Courtice Durham Veterinary Clinic 110 King Street East, Bowmanville Michelle's Grooming 20 King Avenue East, Newcastle Newcastle Veterinary Clinic 108 King Avenue West, Newcastle INTERESTED PARTIES: Animal Licensing Services Inc. Animal Advisory Committee CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 1307 CI!J!mgron REPORT CLERK'S DEPARTMENT Meeting: General Purpose and Administration Committee Date: February 4, 2008 Report #: CLD-005-08 File #: By-law #: Subject: VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION EVENT 2008 RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report CLD-005-08 be received; 2. THAT the Volunteer Recognition Event for 2008 be held on Wednesday, April 30, 2008; and 3. THAT the Municipality of Clarington host a Volunteer Recognition Event every four years, to coincide with the Term of Council, and that the Event be held in the second year of the Term, during National Volunteer Week. Submitted by: Reviewed by: 0 ~_~ Franklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer PLB* AG CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOW MANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 1308 REPORT NO.: CLD-005-08 PAGE 2 BACKGROUND AND COMMENT In 1992, Council deemed it desirable to acknowledge and celebrate the many volunteers who contribute to the quality of life in the (then) Town of Newcastle. The first Volunteer Recognition Event was held on April 23,1993 at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex and was very well received by our volunteer community. More than 90 volunteers received awards for their contributions and service to our community, and approximately 200 individuals attended the event. In 1998, Council resolved that the Volunteer Recognition Event would be held every three years, in the second year of Council's term, during National Volunteer Week. Our most recent Volunteer Recognition Event was held in April 2005 and for this event 96 organizations were contacted and we recognized 97 volunteers as follows: . . $@rVi<:Q~ecQculitiC)n ... Nu In bQrofRecipiel1f11 .. . 5 years service but less than 10 34 10 years service but less than 15 29 15 years service but less than 20 14 20 years service but less than 50 15 more than 50 years services 5 In 2007 Council adopted the five-year Corporate Business Plan wherein Council identified Citizen Engagement as a key business focus and further established supporting and expanding volunteerism as a priority objective. Frequency of Event In 1998, Council resolved to host the Volunteer Recognition Event every three years to be held in the second year of the Council Term. Given that the Term of Council is now four years, staff recommend that a Volunteer Recognition Event be hosted once every four years, in the second year of the Council Term, during National Volunteer Week. 2008 Event This year, National Volunteer Week runs from April 27 through to May 3, and it is therefore recommended that the 2008 Volunteer Recognition Event be held on Wednesday, April 30, 2008. The Clarington Beech Centre has been tentatively booked for this date. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 1309 REPORT NO.: CLD-005-08 PAGE 3 Based on the eligibility criteria established by Council, invitations will be mailed to more than approximately 90 Clarington community groups inviting nominations for awards. Nominations shall be received by the Municipal Clerk's Department and the deadline for submitting nominations is 4:30 pm on Friday, April 4, 2008. Given that the selection criteria are very straightforward, staff shall receive and evaluate the nominations and compile the list of eligible award recipients. However, to continue with the special significance of this event in acknowledging the contributions of the recipients, it is recommended that all Members of Council participate in the awards presentations. Event Costs Fifty-five hundred dollars was approved in the 2008 Current Operating Budget to fund the costs for awards and hosting the event. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 1310 Cl!J!mgron REPORT CLERK'S DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: Monday, February 4, 2008 Report #: CLD-006-08 File #: By-law #: Subject: APPOINTMENT OF A PARKING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER RECOMMENDATIONS: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report CLD-006-08 be received; 2. THAT the by-law attached to Report CLD-006-08 be forwarded to Council for approval; 3. THAT By-law 2002-163 be repealed; and 4. THAT Alison Albrecht be advised of Council's actions. Submitted by: O~~~ Reviewed by: Franklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer PLB*LC*kb CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 1311 REPORT NO.:CLD-006-08 Page 2 of 2 BACKGROUND AND COMMENT The Municipal Law Enforcement Division has hired a new Parking Enforcement Officer to replace Craig Macklem who left the Municipality this past month. The new officer is Alison Albrecht, a recent graduate of Durham College Police Foundations Program. Alison worked with the Municipality as a summer student and a co-op student during the summer and fall of 2007. Ms. Albrecht will commence her duties with the Municipality on February 4th with an in-service training course organized by the Manager of Municipal Law Enforcement to familiarize her with municipal procedures and the by-laws that she will be responsible for. In order for her to be able to perform her duties, it is necessary for an appointment by-law to be passed by Council. By-law 2002-163 which appointed Craig Macklem as a Parking Enforcement Officer must now be repealed. A TT ACHEMENT: 1 By-law to Appoint Alison Albrecht as a Parking Enforcement Officer INTERESTED PARTIES: Alison Albrecht 1312 Attachment No. 1 to Report CLD-006-08 THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON BY-LAW _08 Being a By-law to appoint an individual as Parking Enforcement Officer and to repeal By-law 2002-163 WHEREAS Section 15(1) of the Police Services Act R.S.O. 1990 Chapter P15, authorizes a Council of any Municipality to appoint one or more persons who shall be peace officers for the purpose of enforcing the by-laws of the Municipality; AND WHEREAS it is desirable to appoint Alison Albrecht as a Parking Enforcement Officer for Municipality of Clarington. NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington hereby enacts as follows: 1. Alison Albrecht is hereby appointed as a Parking Enforcement Officer for the Municipality of Clarington. 2. This By-law shall come into full force and effective immediately on the day of final passing by Council. 3. This appointment as a Parking Enforcement Officer shall remain in effect for the duration of the term of employment in the position of Parking Enforcement Officer with the Municipality of Clarington. 4. By-law 2002-163 is hereby repealed. By-law read a first and second time this 11th day of February 2008. By-law read a third time and finally passed this 11th day of February 2008. MAYOR MUNICIPAL CLERK 1313 q~gI1Jn REPORT CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: February 4th, 2008 Report #: COD-004-08 File #_ By-law # Subject: Tender CL2007-51, Grass Cutting and Trimming Recommendations: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report COD-004-08 be received; 2. THAT Tom's Landscaping Maintenance and Design, Oshawa, Ontario, with a total bid amount of $93,209.02 (plus GST), being the lowest responsible bidder meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of Tender CL2007-51, be awarded a three (3) year contract for grass cutting and trimming for Section 1 as required by the Operations Department; 3. THAT GWS Landscaping, Bowmanville, Ontario with a total bid amount of $137,127.71 (plus GST), being the lowest responsible bidder meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of Tender CL2007-51, be awarded a three (3) year contract for grass cutting and trimming for Sections 2, 3 and 4 as required by the Operations Department; 4. THAT the award of Section 4 be subject to the approval of the Regional Municipality of Durham; and 5. THAT the required funds be drawn from the respective year's current budget allocation for grass cutting. Submitted by: ~ - . Marie Marano, H.B.Sc., C.M.c. Director C rpo Services Reviewed by: 0 ~--.!~ Franklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer ; RFA, MM\JDB\km CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T (905)623-3379 F (905)623-41l5f0 1 REPORT NO.: COO-004.QS PAGE 2 BACKGROUND AND COMMENT Tenders were publicly advertised and called for a three (3) year Grass Cutting and Trimming contract, as required by the Operations Department. Subsequently, tenders were received and tabulated as follows: BIDDER SECTION 1 SECTION 2 SECTION 3 SECTION 4 DISCOUNT IF (PLUS GSl) (PLUS GSl) (PLUS GSl) (PLUS GSl) AWARDED .. ALL 4 - SECTIONS G.W.S. Landscaping $95,912.47 $98,874.00 * $34,478.51 $3,775.20 No Bowmanville, Ontario Tom's Landscaping $93,209.02 * $128,692.83 * $51,027.56 * $12.539.84 * 2% Maintenance & Design Oshawa, Ontario *Bid Extension Error "Subject to Region of Durham Approval The tender specifications provided the contractors with the opportunity to offer a pricing discount if awarded all four (4) sections. After reviewing the bids and considering the nominal discount offered, staff concluded that there is no benefit to awarding all sections to one bidder. Therefore, the low bids for each section are recommended as follows: Section 1 Tom's Landscaping Maintenance & Design Section 2, 3 & 4 G.W.S. Landscaping Total Recommended Award $ 93,209.02 $137.127.71 $230,336.75 For information, an award to one contractor based on the overall low bid for all sections would result in a total estimated cost of $233,040.18. For clarification, Section 4 of this contract covers grass cutting and trimming on Regional property and the applicable costs will be invoiced to the Region of Durham. As such, the award of Section 4 to G.W.S. Landscaping is subject to Region of Durham approval. Due to t~e many changes made in the 2007 tender, a cost comparison to 2004 would not be reflective of any increases or decreases in prices. 1402 REPORT NO.: COD-004-08 PAGE 3 Tom's Landscaping has previously performed satisfactorily for the Municipality of Clarington through the preceding three (3) year Grass Cutting and Trimming contract. G.W.S. Landscaping has previously performed satisfactorily during a previous contract in 2002 to 2004 and a review of the references provided by G.W.S. Landscaping were also satisfactory. After further review and analysis of the bids by the Director of Operations and the Purchasing Manager, it is recommended that the contract for Section 1 be awarded to Tom's Landscaping Maintenance & Design, Oshawa, Ontario and the contract for Sections 2,3 and 4 be awarded to G.W.S. Landscaping. The Director of Finance has reviewed the. funding requirements and concurs with the recommendation. Queries with respect to department needs, specifications, etc., should be referred to the Director of Operations. 1403 ClMJugton REPORT CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: Monday, February 4th, 200B Report #: COD-OOB-OB File#_ By-law # Subject: CONTRACT AGREEMENT - BELL MOBILITY Recommendations: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report COD-OOB-OB be received; 2. THAT the Purchasing By-law #2006-27 be waived for this transaction; 3. THAT the Manager of Purchasing be authorized to negotiate with Bell Mobility, for the provision of Cellular Services and related hardware as required by the Municipality of Clarington; 4. THAT the attached By-Law authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute the necessary agreement be approved. Submitted by: ~ . Marie Marano, H.B.Sc., C.M.O. Director of Corporate Services Reviewed bO Franklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer MM\JDB\sm CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T (905)623-3379 F (905)623-4169 1404 COD-008-08 Page 2 BACKGROUND AND COMMENT A Request for Proposal (RFP) RFP2007 -8 was publicly advertised and issued by the Municipality of Clarington. Upon closing, only one compliant submission was received, This submission was from Bell Mobility. The prices and services offered by Bell Mobility are similar and in some cases better than those currently being provided by the incumbent cellular service provider. As Bell Mobility was the only potential provider to submit a compliant proposal and as they are capable of meeting the Mun,icipality of Clarington's requirements it is recommended that Purchasing By-Law #2006-127 be waived for this transaction to allow Purchasing to negotiate a final contract with Bell Mobility for cellular services including Blackberry service. Pending satisfactory negotiation of a contract with Bell Mobility, it is further recommended that the negotiated contract be executed and put in place. It is anticipated that the contract would be for a term of 3 years with the option of two extensions each for a one year period. Included would be standard termination/cancellation provisions should the service not be as expected. The prices and services offered by Bell Mobility are similar and in some cases better than those currently being provided by the incumbent cell phone provider. However, there will be a onetime uplift cost for the hardware replacement which would be approximately $14,000 which would be charged to the Corporate Communications Account 100-16-130-00000-7132. The annual cost of all cellular requirements is approximately $103,000.00. The required funds to cover the monthly service will be drawn from the current budget as per the current practice. Attachments: Attachment 1 - Schedule "A", By-law 1405 Schedule 'A' THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON BY-LAW 2008- Being a By-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Bell Mobility Inc., Mississauga, Ontario, to enter into agreement for the Provision of Cellular Services and Related Hardware. THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON HEREBY ENACTS AS FOllOWS: 1. THAT the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute, on behalf of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and seal with the Corporation Seal, a contract between, Bell Mobility Inc., Mississauga, Ontario, and said Corporation; and 2. THAT the contract attached hereto as Schedule "A" form part of this By-law. By-law read a first and second time this day of ,2008. By-law read a third time and finally passed this day of ,2008. Jim Abernethy, Mayor Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk 1406 CI!J!..il]gfDn REPORT CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: Monday, February 4, 2008 Report #: COD-009-08 File # By-law # Subject: TENDER CL2007-52 SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF OILS & LUBRICANTS Recommendations: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report COD-009-0S be received; 2. THAT RP Oil Limited, Whitby, Ontario with a total approximate annual bid in the amount of $24,195.72 (Plus G.S.T.), being the lowest responsible bidder meeting all terms, conditions, and specifications of Tender CL2007-52, be awarded the contract to supply and deliver oils and lubricants commencing March 1, 2008, as required by the Municipality of Clarington, Operations Department; and 3. THAT the contract be extended for a second year and third year dependant upon satisfactory service and pricing; and 4. nds be provided from the current operating fleet budget. Submitted by: Reviewed by: ~.~. Franklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer Fre h, RDMR, RRFA, Director of Operations MM\JDB\bh CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF ClARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T(905)623-3379 F (905)623-4169 1407 REPORT NO.: COD-009-08 PAGE 2 BACKGROUND AND COMMENT Tenders were publicly advertised and issued for the supply and delivery of oil and lubricants, as required by the Operations Department. Subsequently, tenders were received and tabulated as per Schedule "A" attached. The prices submitted by RP Oil limited are firm for one year and the tender makes provision for two one year extensions pending satisfactory service and pricing. Due to the volatility of the petroleum market pricing for years two and three will be subject to adjustment based the market conditions in effect at the time of renewal. Because of the market conditions it is estimated that the total value of the three year agreement will exceed $75,000.00 which is in excess of the Purchasing Manager's authority as set out in the Purchasing By-law. It is recommended that the contract be extended for a second and third.year pending satisfactory service and pricing. The required funds will be provided from the Operations Department current operating fleet budget. The Director of Finance has reviewed the funding requirements and concurs with the recommendation. Queries with respect to department needs, specifications, etc., should be referred to the Director of Operations. The subject firm has previously provided service for the Municipality of Clarington and the Operations Department were satisfied with the service. After further review and analysis of the bids by the Operations Department and Purchasing, it was mutually agreed that RP Oil limited, Whitby, Ontario, be recommended for the contract to supply and deliver oil and lubricants to the Municipality of Clarington, as required by the Operations Department. Attachments: Attachment 1 - Schedule "A" Bid Summary 1408 Schedule "A" Bid Summary Tender CL2007-52 BIDDER TOTAL BID (Excluding GST) Safety Kleen Canada Inc. $18,073.55* Breslau, ON RP Oil Limited Whitby, ON $24,195.72 Noco Toronto, ON $26,818.55 BOSS Lubricants Toronto, ON $28,051.17 Edward Fuels Godevich, ON $30,590.01 Paul Lizotte Fuels Limited Bowmanville, ON $31,363.39 Total Lubricants Canada Inc. Pickering, ON $31,794.14 Mister Chemical Vaughan, ON $32,539.92* Frew Petroleum Oshawa, ON $32,764.98 *not all products quoted, re-refined products quoted 1409 ClfJ!illgtDn REPORT FINANCE DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE Date: FEBRUARY 4, 2008 Resolution #: Report #: FND-003-08 File #: By-law #: Subject: LIST OF APPLICATIONS FOR CANCELLATION, REDUCTION, APPORTIONMENTS OR REFUND OF TAXES Recommendations: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT ReportFND-003-08 be received; and 2. THAT the attached list of applications for cancellation, reduction, apportionments or refund of taxes be approved. Reviewed bY:fJ' ~~ Franklin Wu Chief Administrative Officer NMT/MWF/MAM/hjl 1501 REPORT NO.: FND-003-08 PAGE 2 BACKGROUND Pursuant to Sections 354, 356, 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act, 2001, C25, a list of applications for cancellation, reduction, apportionments or refund of taxes is presented to Committee for its review and approval. Section 357(3 & 4) indicates that the Council shall hear and dispose of every application not later than the 30th day of April in the year following the year in respect of which the application is made. The last day for making application for the previous year's tax reduction is the 28th day of February in the following year. More specifically, under Section 354, the Treasurer shall recommend to Council that outstanding taxes be stricken from the roll. To strike taxes from the roll it must be by reason of a decision under Section 357 or 358, or of a decision of a judge of any court or that the taxes are uncollectible. An application for a cancellation, reduction or refund may be made for one of the following reasons: · Ceased to be liable to be taxed at rate it was; . real property becomes exempt; . razed by fire, demolition or otherwise; . damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise (substantially unusable) . removal of a mobile unit; · sickness or extreme poverty; · gross or manifest clerical error; and · repairs/renovations preventing normal use of period of 3 months. The 357 and the 358 process begins when an application is prepared by either the Regional Assessment Office or the Tax Department. The neighbourhood assessor will perform an on-site inspection of the property. The assessor will verify the reason for the application, the period of time, for which the tax relief is claimed, and the amount and type of assessment that is affected. The application is then sent back to the Tax Department where the actual tax adjustment is calculated and the taxpayer's account adjusted. Section 356, deals with severances or divisions into parcels. These parcels of land were taxed in blocks in the year(s) prior to severance/consolidation. Taxes are being apportioned to the individual properties which are now severed/consolidated. Therefore, tax amounts are removed from one roll number and applied to another roll number as determined by MPAC. 1502 REPORT NO.: FND-003-08 PAGE 3 The total amou nt of taxes to be written off, for September 1 to December 31 , 2007, as shown in this report total $10,830.30. The total for the 2007 calender year is $34,308.04. This total represents the Municipality's share only. For comparison the values of taxes written off under Section 357 and 358 at December 31,2006 was $55,154.58 for the municipal portion only. 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THAT Council direct the Director of FinancefTreasurer to submit an application for funding under the Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative as follows: OPTION A: Road Rehabilitation on Concession Road 7 from west of Solina Road to Regional Road # 57 at a project cost of $1 ,217,000 with requested grant funding totaling $1,217,000; OR OPTION B: Clarington Branch Library Construction in Newcastle at a project cost of $3,450,047 with requested grant funding totaling $2,365,780; and 3. THAT the appropriate By-Law be forwarded to Council (template shown in Attachment "A") and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute any necessary agreements to facilitate the grant application. Reviewed b0~f ^-:Jk- Franklin Wu, Chief Administrative Officer. NT/hjl 1507 REPORT NO.: FND-004-08 PAGE 2 Background and Comment: 1.0 On December 21, 2007, the Municipality was advised that a new infrastructure initiative had been launched by the Province of Ontario through Infrastructure Ontario. The program is entitled the Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative. The total program is for $300 million. 1.1 The program is a one-time program, where Municipalities are able to apply for up to 100 per cent of their project's costs and do not have to match the funding. Grants will be awarded on the basis of competitive applications. The projects must be construction-ready. All types of municipally owned infrastructure is eligible except for public transit. 1.2 Program guidelines were released on January 11, 2008. All funds will be advanced to successful municipalities no later than March 31, 2008. 1.3 In order to be eligible, Council must pass a by-law supporting the application and each municipality may only apply to the program for one project. The application deadline is February 15, 2008. 1.4 The program is structured to give municipalities the discretion to identify their own priority project for application within their area of responsibility and may include water, wastewater, roads, bridges, solid waste, long-term care, social housing, culture (including libraries), tourism, recreation and community energy. Vehicles and equipment are not eligible. 1.5 "Construction ready" projects are those where the municipality has completed or will soon complete, all required studies and approval processes to allow the project to proceed to tendering and construction. 1.6 Due to the extremely short time frame and the construction ready requirement, staff have submitted the most promising projects for Council's consideration. As mentioned, only one project will be considered by the program. No individual funding allocations have been provided so it is difficult to determine the scale of project to submit, particularly since you cannot submit several projects at various sizes and no partial grants will be awarded. It is all or nothing. 1.7 Applicants must explain the benefits that the project will have for the community, the region and the province. Applicants are also asked to explain how their project will help to implement a council-adopted municipal plan (e.g. Official Plan, Asset Management Plan, etc.). 1.8 Funding announcements will be made no later than March 31, 2008 and successful applicants will receive their grants as a one-time, lump sum payment no later than March 31, 2008. 1508 REPORT NO.: FND-004-08 PAGE 3 Project Alternatives: Visual Arts Centre 2.0 When the program was first announced, the Visual Arts Centre expressed interest pertaining to the Visual Arts Centre Addition and Elevator Construction at an estimated project cost of $1.1 million. Once the details on the program were announced, discussions took place with the Director of Operations. Their project was determined not to be eligible as it could not be construction-ready during the required time frame. Clarington Libraries- Newcastle Branch 3.0 As Council is aware, the Newcastle Library has been approved for a 9,000 square foot stand-alone public library to replace 4,000 square feet currently leased in a commercial plaza. The budget for the facility is $3,450,047 and has faced costing challenges as reported to Council in 2007. 3.1 The goal to replace the library in Newcastle was noted in the Municipality's Business Plan, 2004-2006 and also in the CPL Library Board study entitled "Newcastle Village Community Library Needs Assessment Study, September 2005," prepared by Monteith Brown Planning Consultants, Libraries in Transition, MacLennan Jaunklans Miller Architects and subsequently adopted by Council. It represents a vital part of the preservation of the Village as a focal point to draw residents to the Village and promote economic prosperity. It also will foster the unique heritage of Newcastle Village. This would provide support for the evaluation of the grant request under the economic or commercial benefits for the community as well as social and community benefits created by the project. 3.2 Another of the parameters for evaluation of submissions pertains to the environmental or sustainability benefits. As was discussed in some detail with Council, the Newcastle Library Project is planned to be a green building, the first municipal owned facility of this kind. Over the last few years, the Provincial Government has implemented a series of planning initiatives that together have become a coordinated and comprehensive framework for sustainability. Some of the provincial initiatives are the Greenbelt Plan, Bill 51, the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe and the revised Provincial Policy Statement on land- use planning. These policies establish a clear direction for sustainable development, support of historic downtowns, transit and energy conservation. 3.3 The Municipality of Clarington is implementing this sustainability framework through the development of the Newcastle Library, located in Downtown Newcastle. Council wants to proceed to develop the facility based on the objectives of achieving as much of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEE D) standards as possible. Council is focusing on the use of sustainable design principles to minimize adverse impacts to natural systems, 1509 REPORT NO.: FND-004-08 PAGE 4 conserve water and energy, utilize environmentally friendly materials and reduce solid waste and air emissions. 3.4 Although the Municipality of Clarington, like many other municipalities in Ontario, faces a tight fiscal environment over the next few years with competing priorities, the Municipality considers that building green facilities can reduce their total cost of operation over the long run, while at the same time, improving our environment. 3.5 Although it will not be certified, by building the Newcastle Library to LEED principles, our citizens would receive environmental benefits that would include improving air and water quality, reducing solid waste and conserving natural resources. Additional important economic benefits would also include improved employee productivity and satisfaction, reduced operating costs, enhanced asset value, and optimization of the life-cycle economic performance. 3.6 As Council is aware, a portion of the project is eligible for development charges funding as it is partially intended to provide for growth in Newcastle Village. The replacement proportion is not eligible for development charges financing. That is the portion that was initially considered for the grant application. However, as has been noted, the library development charges reserve fund is experiencing less funding than was anticipated. This presents potentially difficult issues surrounding financing of the growth related component. While it is not normally our practice as this would be a development responsibility, it is recommended that a portion of the growth related component be included in the grant application to alleviate potential future shortfalls should this be the project recommended by Council. This may assist to prevent further deferrals of other library projects identified for the future. Concession Road 7, Darlington: 4.0 The Concession Road 7 project would focus on the declining road, bridge and road allowance conditions on a road that sees a large amount of higher speed traffic as an east-west route through Clarington, ultimately tying into the 407. The project which is selected as an option for submission for funding from the Municipal Infrastructure Improvement Initiative is the road rehabilitation of approximately 4.0 km of Concession Road 7 from west of Solina Road to Regional Road 57 (former Darlington Township) including the rehabilitation of Structure # 99037 over Bowmanville Creek between Holt Road and Old Scugog Road. The total estimated cost of the project is $1,217,000. 4.1 As Council is aware, there is a number of declining road and bridge structures in Clarington. The aim is to repair these structures in the most cost effective manner by making repairs before the structures have degraded to the point where complete replacement becomes necessary. The type of work that needs to be done includes overlaying the bridge deck with latex modified concrete, replacing deck expansion joints, repairing concrete parapet walls and miscellaneous components. Work also includes conversion to semi-integral approach slabs and expanding asphalt with 50 mm lift of asphalt. 1510 REPORT NO.: FND-004-08 PAGE 5 4.2 This project offers significant safety benefits to our community. Concerns regarding deterioration of bridge structures are obvious as can be seen from recent overpass collapses reported in national news outlets. In Clarington, there is currently the need for $18.4 million in improvements across the Municipality. If a bridge became unserviceable, it could isolate residents, have public safety impacts and potentially delay emergency response times. 4.3 There are future economic benefits inherent in that limited road repair dollars can be utilized on other roads. Further economic benefit would result from the prevention of delays and major detours that might result from a less proactive stance towards road, bridge and culvert rehabilitation. By extending the life cycle of our infrastructure through timely capital investment, the frequency of complete removal and replacement is reduced such that impressive savings are achieved through this alone. Furthermore, improved road and structure conditions will reduce the wear and tear to vehicles, satisfying taxpayers and reducing exposure to liability in the event of a mishap. 4.4 Finally, by maintaining roads and bridges such that total rehabilitation is required less frequently, we also achieve substantial environmental benefits because the complete removal and rehabilitation of roads and structures has a greater environmental impact than maintenance works. This fact is especially important to consider when you look at the fact that bridgework is almost always done around sensitive waterways. 4.5 The Concession Road 7 project that is proposed offers the program benefits of improved road safety and reliability, strategic asset management and minimal impact to the environment, consistent with Provincial policy and used to develop the Provincial Transportation Strategy. 4.6 The project falls under the Infrastructure and Asset Management component of the Corporate Strategic Business Plan, 2007-2010. There are two strategies, monitor condition of road network and implement preventative maintenance works and upgrade rural roads under Objective 2- to enhance infrastructure and road network. Conclusion and Recommendations: 5.0 The Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative is a one-time only program where Council can only submit one project for consideration. There is no allocation or indicators of dollar magnitude for any individual submission. Council must pass a specific By-law supporting the application by February 15, 2008. 5.1 Department Heads and the Chief Administrative Officer discussed how best to maximize the opportunity under this program and have provided the resulting two options for Council consideration. 1511 REPORT NO.: FND-004-08 PAGE 6 5.2 As a result, Council must select either Option A- Concession Road 7 Road Rehabilitation Works or Option B- Clarington Branch Library Construction in Newcastle. Attachment: Attachment "An - By-Law template CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T (905)623-3379 F (905)623-4169 1512 Attachment "A" THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON BY-LAW NUMBER 2008- A BY-LAW TO AUTHORIZE THE SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION TO THE ONTARIO INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS CORPORATION ("OIPC") FOR FUNDING FROM THE MUNICIPAL INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT INITIATIVE FOR A NEW ELIGIBLE CAPITAL PROJECT OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON (THE "MUNICIPALITY"), AND TO APPROVE THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS ON SAID ELIGIBLE CAPITAL PROJECT; WHEREAS the Municipal Act, 2001 (Ontario), as amended, (the "Act") provides that a municipal power shall be exercised by by-law unless the municipality is specifically authorized to do otherwise; AND WHEREAS the Province of Ontario has recently announced an investment of $300 million dollars for municipal infrastructure as a one-time grant for eligible municipal infrastructure initiatives to Ontario municipalities and Local Services Boards; AND WHEREAS on behalf of the Province of Ontario, OIPC will be administering the Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative available to Ontario municipalities and Local Services Boards for the purposes of new eligible municipal infrastructure initiative projects; AND WHEREAS it is now deemed to be expedient to authorize for the municipal purposes of the Municipality the new capital project described in column (2) of Schedule "A" (the "Project") attached hereto and forming part of this By-law ("Schedule "A") in the amount of the estimated expenditure set out in column (3) of Schedule "A"; AND WHEREAS OIPC has invited eligible Ontario municipalities and Local Services Boards desirous of obtaining funding pursuant to the Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative in order to meet capital expenditures in connection with a new eligible capital project to apply to OIPC for such funding by completing and submitting an application through the form provided by OIPC (the "Application"); AND WHEREAS the Municipality has submitted an Application to OIPC to request funding in respect of the Project; NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. The Council of the Municipality of Clarington hereby confirms, ratifies and approves the completion by the Director of Finance/Treasurer of an Application and the submission by such authorized official of an Application, duly executed by such authorized official, to OIPC for the funding of the Project in connection with the Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $[.] (the "Funding"). 1513 - 2- 2. (a) Construction ofthe Project in the amount ofthe respective Estimated Expenditure set out in column (3) of Schedule "A" is hereby approved and authorized; (b) The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to conclude contracts on behalf of the Municipality for the construction of the Project in accordance with the Municipality's usual protocol; ( c) the Director of Finance/Treasurer is hereby authorized to submit to OIPC or the Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal on behalf ofthe Municipality such reports or other documents regarding the Proj ect as may be requested in connection with the Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative; . (d) where applicable, the Engineer of the Municipality will forthwith make such plans, profiles and specifications and furnish such information as in the opinion of the Engineer is necessary for the construction of the Project; and (e) where applicable, the construction of the Project shall be carried on and executed under the superintendence and according to the direction and orders of such Engineer; and 3. The Council of the Municipality of Clarington hereby confirms that the Funding will be applied and shall be used exclusively for financing the Project eligible under the Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative as set out in Schedule "A" to this By-Law and for no other purposes. 4. This By-law takes effect on the day of passing. By-law read a first time and second time this 11 th day of February 2008. By-law read a third and final time this 11th day of February 2008. Jim Abernethy, Mayor Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk 1514 (1) Proiect Name Schedule "A" to By-Law 2008- . (2) (3) Description of Eli2:ible Capital Estimated Work Expenditure (4) Grant Amount 1515 'OBJAN22 Pi"1 1:56~24 January 17,2008 The Municipality of Clarington Clerks Department, 2nd Floor . 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario LIC 3A6 For the Attention of the Mayor and Members of Council Your Worship and Councillors, Re: Public Meeting on Monday February 4, 2008 Kingsberry Properties Draft Plan of Subdivision and Rezoning and William Tonno Construction Ltd. Plan of Subdivision and Rezoning Files: 18T-90003, I8T-89055, Dev 90-007, and Dev 89-067 This letter is to be considered as my formal representation in opposition to the two (2) proposals noted above, as I am, unfortunately, unable to attend the Public Meeting on February 4th. As you may be aware I am the owner oflands that abut a portion of the William Tonno Construction Ltd. (Tonno) Plan of Subdivision and my land contains a minor watercourse that will serve as the stormwater discharge for both plans of subdivision. The watercourse is already stressed from additional runoff attributable to the removal of vegetative cover and removal of a number of small natural ponds form the Tonno and Kingsberry lands. The watercourse runs at the toe of a marginally stable valley wall, which is also on my property, and I am extremely concerned that additional flow, and resultant scour of the stream, will result in a slope failure. This issue should be addressed prior to the plans proceeding as this is a major liability being imposed on me as a private landowner. My aunt, Violet Prouty, is the owner or the lands directly north of my property, which also abut the Tonno subdivision and also contain a portion of the aforementioned minor watercourse. She has similar concerns with respect to drainage and, in addition, is concerned that adequate fencing be installed by the developer to discourage ttte.Df5~.ui~' the privately held valley lands in order to minimize associated liability. i ClLR: L:1::J . r ___ Violet Prouty and I are both open discussions with the Municipality, develo ~~~~ Conservation Authority on how to resolve these concerns. Possible solutions ~".L T acquisition of drainage easements (with full indemnification) or outright acqu . ~ : transfer of portions major portions of the valley lands into public ownership. . -+~ "-~-- eta.A~~. . 1=--...- \ ..... ... . ..' -~'---~i c.... --"-f- ) OC\j'a~-Q,?,,]-- 1-..._--. ,. .0- . , \~T In the meantime, be advised that we both retain our rights of appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board or the Courts, should Clarington chose to move forward with approval of the applications prior to resolution of these outstanding issues. 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The Clarington Project Is an adult day program In Bowmanville that supports 35 people who have Intel- lectual dlsablllties. Members are exposed to a variety of activities, rec- reation, educational and volunteer opportunities. Funds raised will help with day-to- day support, supplies and materials. For more Information or to regis- ter, call 905-623-6814, ext. 35. ~'Automotive -< engIneerIng gIven a boost at DOlT From page 1 .- announce the Ontario government's contribution of $58 mlllion. Osha:wa Is "truly a car town; she said. "I'm from Wmdsor and It's truly great to be in a car town." Ms. Pupatello pointed to Sam Ashtiani, a second-year automotive engineering student, who was present for the ceremony, saying having the ACE "Is Important because offolks like Sam are going to be responsible for what we will be driving:' , The federal government Is contrib- uting $1 mlllion, through the National Sciences and Engineering Research Council, to create a Chair of Innova- tive Design Engineering. Dr. Remon Pop-llIev. an associate professor at the UOIT. will serve as the chairman. Colin CarrIe, the MP for Oshawa and the parliamentary secretary to the MInIster of Industry, said the centre will "build on the capacity of this edu- cationallnstitution." "I honestly believe the sky's the limit; Mr. Ashtiani said. "There's tre- mendous potential for all automotive engineering students. "Today Is truly a momentous time to be a student at UOIT.' .'KingSWQY Arms at Clarington Centre . . 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The watercourse is already stressed from additional runoff attributable to the removal of vegetative cover and removal of a number of small natural ponds form the Tonno and Kingsbeny lands. The watercourse runs at the tce of a marginally stable valley wall, which is also on my property, and I am extremely wncemed that additional flow, and resultant scour of the stream, will result in a slope failure. This issue should be addressed prior to the plans proceeding as this is a major liability being unposed on me as a private landowner. My aunt, Violet Prouty, is the owner or the lands directly north of my property, which also abut the Tonno subdivision and also contain a portion of tbe aforementioned minor watercourse. She has similar concerns with respect to drainage and, in addition, is _ concerned that adequate fencing be installed by the developer to discourage ~Q the privately held valley lands in order to minimize associated liability. ~~~~iO~Tt I CLL•8ft ---- Violet Prouty and I are both open discussions with the Municipality, develop Conservation Authority on how to resolve these concerns. Possible solutions acquisition of drainage easements (with full indenuufication) or outright acqu transfer of portions major portions of the valley lands into public ownership. ~v.gY90 l $T In the meantime, be advised that we both retain our rights of appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board or the Courts, should Clarington chose to move forward with approval of the applications prior to resolution of these outstanding issues. Yours M.S., P. Eng., cc Violet Prouty Tracey Webster, Clarington Planning Department Russ Powell, Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority Bill Tonno, William Tonno Construction Ltd. 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