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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/25/2002 '. . . .-\ Council Minutes PRAYER ROLL CALL Present Were: Also Present: MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON February 25, 2002 Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on February 25,2002, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Councillor Schell led the meeting in prayer. Mayor J. Mutton Councillor D. MacArthur Councillor P. Pingle Councillor G. Robinson Councillor J. Rowe Councillor J. Schell Councillor C. Trim Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella Director of Planning Services, D. Crome Solicitor, D. Hefferon Prevention/Communications Manager, Fire Services, B. Hesson Director of Operations, F. Horvath Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano Assistant Director of Community Services, B. Taylor Director of Finance/Treasurer, N. Taylor Confidential Secretary to the Clerk, H. Keyzers Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Later in the meeting, Councillor Trim indicated that he would be disclosing a pecuniary interest with respect to the delegation of Richard Ward. . . . Council Minutes MINUTES ANNOUNCEMENTS -2- February 25, 2002 Resolution #C-101-02 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the minutes of a special meeting of Council held on February 11, 2002, and the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on February 11,2002, be approved. "CARRIED" Mayor Mutton announced the formation of a new not-for-profit corporation, Iter Canada Host Inc, to oversee the Canadian responsibilities in closing Canada's bid and in building and operating Iter. Councillor Trim announced that on February 21,2002, Mayor Mutton was elected Chairperson of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority. DEVELOPMENT CHARGES HEARING PRESENTATIONS Paul Christensen, 7700 Carscadden Road, Orono, LOB 1 MO, appeared before Council requesting his property be exempted from the development charges fee. Development charges are not to be applied on properties that have two or less buildings. The Ontario Municipal Board ruling does not cover farm property. The Municipality of Clarington believes that there is still a building there. Mr. Christensen questioned if all vacant lands are levied a garbage removal fee as he has been charged garbage removal for a property that has no building on it. Even the Emergency Services Department considers this to be a dwelling lot. The house that was located on the property was moved in 1989. Mayor Mutton presented Dominic Iafrate and Phil Lesauvage of Ontario Power Generation with the Mayor's Corporate Citizen of the Year Award. Ontario Power Generation and Darlington Nuclear have been one of the most prolific organizations that this municipality has ever seen. Their actions have spoken for themselves. >, . Council Minutes PRESENTATIONS . . - 3 - February 25, 2002 Dominic Iafrate and Phil Lesauvage, Ontario Power Generation, appeared before Council to present their annual update on the operations of the Darlington Nuclear Plant. Mr. Iafrate introduced Terry Doran, Director of Site Support Services and Pat McNeil, Senior Vice-President of Nuclear Strategy and Support who will be taking an active role in stakeholder relationships across Durham Region. The events of September 11 th have reached into our everyday lives, and they feel it has impacted daily in their operations. Increased security has meant major expenditures of time and resources as they move to meet their new security requirements. Mr. Iafrate was pleased to report that 2001 was a year of milestones for Darlington Nuclear. Many targets and improvements were achieved and many initiatives were launched that will help ensure their efficient, safe and clean operation in the years ahead. Their vision for Darlington is to achieve sustained performance in the top 25 percent of the world's nuclear generating facilities. Last year, that represented a 96 percent rating. He pointed out that two of their reactor units are performing above the 90 percent mark. It is also important to point out that they are meeting their targets in all the safety related indicators in the index. However, their production indicators are not where they should be, mainly due to the need to shut the units down to perform modifications and maintenance. They have made significant improvements to their conventional safety record. Twice in the past six months they have reached the milestone of working 1 million hours without a lost time accident. In 2001 they launched a Wellness program at the station that has proven very successful. A year ago, Mr. Iafrate relayed to Council the poor record on keeping steam doors properly closed throughout the plant. This year, he is pleased to report that incidents of leaving these key safety-related doors unlatched has been significantly reduced. On the technology side, they were able to fix many long-standing equipment problems. A major milestone was the complete elimination of what they call "technical jumpers." These are small temporary changes that were made in various systems over the years, but which became permanent. One event that attracted much attention last spring was the excursion of a small amount of tritium from the station into their lagoon system, and subsequently released into Lake Ontario. The amount of tritium released was well below their regulatory levels and posed no safety hazard to the community. The incident showed that their safety and monitoring systems were able to rapidly detect the abnormal release and allow them time to take remedial action and minimize the impact of the release. One challenge that continues to dog them and others on Lake Ontario is zebra mussels. . . . " Council Minutes PRESENTATIONS - 4- February 25, 2002 OPG is looking at new technologies and techniques to help prevent the live ones from attaching themselves to the internal pipe systems. However, the shells continue to come in from the lake and have to be removed by the tonne from water intake structures and the forebay. Total cost to Darlington Nuclear exceeds $1 million annually. However, they also had a number of good news stories on the environment and public safety front in 2001. They include: . Radiation dose to the public as a result of Darlington's operation dropped by 45 percent last year due to improvements in monitoring noble gases and better management of carbon-14; . Darlington was the first North American nuclear station to receive its ISO 14001 environmental certification; and . Darlington also received a national award from the Wildlife Habitat Council for the work they have done in wildlife habitat conservation on their site. Mr. Iafrate circulated copies of the Darlington Nuclear Ecological Effects Review study to Members of Council for their review. From a public safety viewpoint, Ontario Power Generation will be funding the installation of a public alerting system to be installed within a 3-km radius of the station this year. While their main business is producing electricity, Darlington Nuclear and OPG are privileged to playa major role as a member of the Clarington community. Whether it is through purchases of local supplies, assessment payments to the municipality or the simple fact that so many of their employees reside in Clarington and enjoy its benefits, they take their role as corporate citizens very seriously. Ivan Ciuciura, Durham Emergency Measures, appeared before Council to discuss public alerting warning. Mr. Ciuciura provided Council with a powerpoint presentation regarding warning the public of a serious accident at the nuclear plant. Although this is a low probability, there is a potential for severe offsite effects. The primary zones around nuclear plants have been defined using a 10 km radius. The standard alerting has been set for the 3 km contiguous zone, however it has now been recognized that this alerting must extend to the 10 km zone. Cabinet has directed that this be in place by year end. . . . Council Minutes DELEGATIONS - 5- February 25, 2002 Mario Veltri, 68 King Street East, Bowmanville, L 1 C 3X2, appeared before Council to discuss an unopened road allowance in Kendal. Mr. Veltri owns property in Kendal that consists of 52 + acres of land. He has attended several meetings with staff of the Public Works and Planning Departments and they have come to the conclusion that they will not allow him to build a house on the property because he does not have access to it. Mr. Veltri is hoping that Council will support him. He is not here to build a subdivision or commercial building he only wishes to build one house. The Town owns the road allowance and he is asking Council to improve the road so he may get his building permit. Peter Grady, 69 Ravenswood Drive, Brampton, L6Y 4A 1, appeared before Council representing the family to the west of the unopened road allowance. Mr. Grady is in support of Mr. Veltri's request and would like to have a fanm entrance off the unopened road allowance. Mr. Grady believes that what we are dealing with is a small matter compared to the momentous decisions the Clarington deals with. He believes that the cost of this unopened road allowance may not be $150,000, as previously stated, and there are other options. Mr. Grady is looking for fairness so they do not have landlocked lands, and that Mr. Veltri does not have property that he pays taxes on but cannot use. Mr. Veltri has the right to apply and receive a building permit. Should this application go to the Ontario Municipal Board, Mr. Veltri would have a very good chance of winning. Mr. Grady believes that this is an innocent and reasonable request. Richard Ward, 3709 Regional Road 9, Orono, LOB 1 MO, appeared before Council to discuss the $3,500 judgement against him. These costs are based on improper information given to the court. He spent 4 y" hours in court regarding the municipal election and won his case but the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing gave the judge misleading information. He was called a "career litigator" and was fined $3,500. This is not a reasonable statement and awarding the cost is improper and illegal. This is improper and injustice. Mr. Ward is taking other measures of investigating. . . . Council Minutes DELEGATIONS - 6- February 25, 2002 Bob Wing, 243 King Street East, Bowmanville, L 1 C 3X1, presented Council with a petition containing 781 signatures in support of the Regional Non-Smoking By-law. Mr. Wing has owned and operated the National Home Video located at the Bowmanville Mall for 15 years. Unfortunately the coffee shop beside his store is an open-air coffee shop and his employees and he breathe the second hand smoke daily. He would like Council to support the Regional Non- Smoking By-law. People have a choice to smoke but his employees do not have that choice when it comes to second hand smoke. Mr. Wing is trying to protect his employees. lain Alexander, Darlington Soccer Club, 35 Rehder Avenue, Bowmanville, L 1 C 1 Z9, appeared before Council disappointed with the recommendations contained in Report CSD-03-02, not to go forward with the Indoor soccer facility and the three accompanying outdoor fields in Courtice at this time but rather to phase them in over time. There is only one critical component of any municipal facility and that is that it provides maximum service to the communities' recreational needs while allowing for the most efficient use of scarce community funds. The Darlington Soccer Club is the largest sports, youth and volunteer organization in the Municipality and has members from all of Clarington's communities participating in its summer and winter programs. Their total registration, summer and winter for last year is 5600 players plus over 700 volunteer conveners, club administrators and coaches. Registration for the 2002 outdoor season is well under way and has already exceeded 2001 numbers with the growth tracking to exceed 500 new players. This makes Clarington home to the largest sports organization in Durham. The Darlington Soccer Club asks that the Council make a recommendation for both Municipal staff and Council to participate with the Darlington Soccer Club in a more detailed review of an alternate indoor recreation complex and site with soccer being primary user but offering alternative use to the community. Further the Darlington Soccer Club is willing: . To fund a more detailed study and information gathering to show their commitment and willingness to participate to allow Council to make the best possible decision; . To raise funds from within their corporate and business sponsors as well as from within the club itself; . To pre-register for the 2003-2004 indoor season. . . . Council Minutes RECESS COMMUNICATIONS I - 1 C10.MO - 7 - February 25, 2002 Resolution #C-1 02-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Council recess for 10 minutes. "CARRIED" Meeting reconvened at 8:20 p.m. Resolution #C-1 03-02 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the communications to be received for information be approved with the exception of Items I - 9 and I - 11. "CARRIED" M. de Rond, Clerk, Town of Ajax, writing to the Honourable David Turnbull, Solicitor General, advising that the Town of Ajax on January 28, 2002, passed the following resolution: "THAT the Committee recommend to Council: . THAT the Duke Engineering Preliminary Contiguous Zone Design Reports be endorsed as the basis for implementing a public alerting system for the 3 km Pickering and Darlington Contiguous Zones; THAT Council reaffirm its commitment to public alerting for the entire 10 km Primary Zone around each nuclear station and that the Interim Provincial Nuclear Emergency Plan be amended to incorporate this provision; THAT the Duke Engineering Preliminary Primary Zone Design Reports be endorsed as the basis for implementing a public alerting system for the 3 - 10 km zone. However, based on options provided in the Duke Primary Zone reports, the Province be advised that Council is open to other options for alerting so long as the intent of alerting the public in the entire Primary Zone is met and that funding for this alerting not fall to the Region or local area municipalities; and . . . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-2 C06.CL 1-3 E05.GE 1-4 L 11.GE -8- February 25, 2002 . THAT this report be forwarded to the Solicitor General and that the Minister be urged to accept the Duke Engineering Contiguous Zone reports so that implementation can begin immediately, and further, that the Minister either accept the Duke Primary Zone reports or propose an alternate solution so that the public alerting can be extended to the entire Primary Zone." (Received for Information) Minutes of the Clarke Museum and Archives Board dated February 4, 2002. (Received for Information) Ontario Power Generation Nuclear Report Card for Darlington Nuclear for the month of December 2001. (Received for Information) Honourable Chris Hodgson, Minister, writing to Council to clarify the mandate and responsibilities of the Smart Growth panels and their functions in realizing Ontario's Smart Growth agenda. Smart Growth is the province's strategy for promoting and managing growth to sustain a strong economy, build strong communities and promote a clean and healthy environment. These panels will play an important role in working with provincial ministries and local municipalities to achieve this objective. They began by changing the name from Smart Growth Council to Smart Growth Panel to reflect the fact that these new entities do not represent another layer of government. He understands that municipalities have areas of self-interest, as they should. However, sometimes those areas of self-interest transcend local boundaries. The purpose of the panels is to assist and complement municipal and provincial decision-making on cross-cutting issues such as transportation investment, and the protection of natural ecosystems. Secondly, their consultations with stakeholders showed them that a "one-size- fits-all" approach is not appropriate in Ontario and that Smart Growth should reflect the unique circumstances of different parts of the province. To respect these different needs, the five panels in Eastern, Southwestern, Northeastern, Northwestern and Central Ontario will also provide input on specific priority issues. (Received for Information) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-5 M02.GE 1-6 C06.BO 1-7 M04.GE 1-8 S08.SM - 9- February 25, 2002 J. Rae Abernethy, Chair, Sea Cadet Committee, Navy League of Canada, thanking Council for their letter of appreciation and the certificate for volunteers for the year 2001. As Branch President for the International Year of Volunteers, he knows how much time the members of the Navy League put into keeping their Cadet Corps alive and well. They deserve the recognition they have received from the government of Canada. Mr. Abernethy would like to inform Council of one of their outstanding cadets. Her name is Megan McOustra who lives in Newtonville. She received an award for being the Best Band Member on May 8,2001. On May 27, 2001, at their annual review, she received the Navy League of Canada Medal of Excellence awarded by the National Executive and presented to her by their National President, Albert Foster. She was selected as the Best Cadet in Central Ontario region by the Navy League's Ontario Division. As a result of the Ontario Division award, she was awarded the "Marine Club" gold medal on January 25, 2002, at a formal dinner in the Royal York Hotel. (Received for Information) Minutes of the Bowmanville Museum Board dated January 9 and January 17, 2002. (Received for Information) Jack Eilbeck, writing to Council to advise them that he feels that the Courtice Complex is one of the most complete, functional and efficient fitness centres that he and his wife Pat have been associated with. The citizens of Clarington are indeed fortunate to have such a Complex available for their recreation programs. (Received for Information) Kim Coates, Clerk, Township of Scugog, advising Council that the Township of Scugog on February 11,2002, passed the following resolution: 'THAT the Region of Durham be advised that this Council is opposed to the Region of Durham enacting a Region-wide By-law to regulate the smoking of tobacco in public places and workplaces as it is the view of this Council that local businesses have responded by self-regulating with respect to this matter." (Received for Information) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS I - 10 C10.MO 1-12 SOO.GE 1- 13 M02.GE - 10- February 25, 2002 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on February 13, 2002, passed the following resolution: "a) THAT the Regional Tax Levy of approximately $12 million for Transit purposes formerly GO Transit be maintained in 2002 and subsequent years; b ) THAT of this amount approximately $3.6 million/year be retained by the Region of Durham as a reserve for Durham's contribution to the GO Transit Capital Program; c) THAT in 2002 the remaining $8.4 million be distributed to the area municipalities for use by them for transit related purposes; such distribution to be on the basis of proportion of weighted assessment; and d) THAT the Task Force make recommendations for the distribution of the $8.4 million between the Region and the area municipalities for transit purposes in 2003 and subsequent years by December 31,2002." (Received for Information) Francoise Guenette, Director of Corporate Communications, Lakeridge Health, advising Council that the Lakeridge Health Board of Trustees voted to approve Health's $4 million deficit budget. In its submission to the Ministry of Health, the Board of Trustees has in fact indicated that if the deficit budget is not approved and Lakeridge Health is asked to make further cuts, Lakeridge Health feels it would be prudent and responsible to first consult its community. A number of positions will be reduced in the organization; however, the total impact on employees will be minimized through the offer of early retirement and voluntary exit packages, the elimination of currently vacant positions, and the reduction of hours. The resultant staffing impact will not be known until all redeployment effects are complete, including all obligations under their collective agreements in conjunction with the unions. (Received for Information) Ken Gardner, advising Council that on May 12, 2002, the Oshawa Competition Motorcycle Club will be holding an event in the Ganaraska Forest. (Received for Information) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1- 14 L 11.GE 1- 15 H02.GE 1-16 A01.GR 1-17 E06.GE -11- February 25, 2002 Association of Municipalities of Ontario advising Council of the successful first meeting with the Province under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). As part of the new Municipal Act, there was provision for consultation and on December 19, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Province and AMO. The MOU provides for pre-consultation on legislation and regulations that could have significant financial impacts on municipal governments. It also provides the municipal sector with an opportunity to share its ideas on initiatives that the sector feels would help municipal government serve their communities. The following discussions took place: . Affordable Housing Program . Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System . Climate Change . Bill 155, Sustainable Water and Sewage Systems Act, 2001 (Received for Information) Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), advising Council that the Province has indicated that it is fully committed to the devolution of the OMERS plan. The current OMERS Act requires the Province to approve changes to the OMERS plan, including decisions regarding the disposition of surplus and plan benefit changes. Over the past two weeks, AMO staff have been researching governance models in other jurisdictions and working with a number of professional staff associations. The firm of Hicks Morley has been retained to provide advice. (Received for Information) Tony Romano, Director, Corporate Affairs, Treasurer-Secretary, Greater Toronto Area, providing Council with formal notice of the Annual Meeting of the members of the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance. The meeting will be held at Le Royal Meridien King Edward, Toronto on February 28,2002. (Received for Information) George Armstrong, Manager of Regulatory Affairs and Key Projects, Veridian Corporation, providing Council with a copy of a letter to Ontario Energy Board regarding their March 1, 2002, distribution rate adjustments to Municipal Corporations. (Received for information) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS I - 18 L 11.GE I - 19 T03.GE 1-20 T03.GE I - 21 L 11.GE - 12- February 25, 2002 David Peters, Director, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, advising Council regulatory changes under the Municipal Act made last year provided municipalities designated as service managers with authority to provide financial incentives to private sector developers of affordable housing by entering into agreements to provide such housing. Subsequent to the enactment of this legislation, municipal representatives pointed out that the lower tier municipalities within the boundaries of the service manager's jurisdiction were unable to waive their development charges or provide other corresponding financial concessions. This issue has been addressed through Bill 111 , An Act to revise the Municipal Act and to amend or repeal other Acts in relation to municipalities. Specifically, Bill 111 amends Section 210.1 of the Municipal Act by adding subsection 9.1 which provides the requested authority. (Received for Information) Peter Chackeris, Manager, Inter-regional Transit Office, Ministry of Transportation, advising Council that they have received our "Expression of Interest" proposal dated January 29, 2002, for Round One of the Golden Horseshoe Transit Investment Partnerships (GTIP) program. In accordance with their review process, our proposal will be reviewed to determine if the proposed projects fall within the eligibility criteria of the program. (Received for Information) Dr. Gordon Chong, Former Chairman, Greater Toronto Services Board, providing Council with a copy of a business case for introducing interregional bus rapid transit service in the GT A developed by the Greater Toronto Services Board. (Received for Information) Roger Anderson, Regional Chair, Region of Durham, writing to the Honourable Chris Hodgson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing inviting him to appear before Regional Council to provide details on the role and operation of the Smart Growth Panel for central Ontario. Council members expressed concerns about the nature and scope of issues to be dealt with by the Panel, their accountability to taxpayers, and the funding of the panel itself or initiatives they may bring forward. (Received for Information) Council Minutes - 13 - February 25, 2002 . COMMUNICATIONS 1- 22 A01.AM Ann Mulvale, President, Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), advising Council that they have received the Municipality's membership renewal and that we will continue to receive all the benefits and privileges of AMO membership. The Municipality's continued support sends a strong message to the Province that municipalities are united in their determination to ensure that municipal governments are given the flexibility, the scope and the ability to deal with their own local issues. (Received for Information) 1-23 D02.0A Ruth Coursey, Director of Planning, Town of East Gwillimbury, advising the Provincial Planning and Environmental Services Branch that a number of municipalities have formed a discussion group to address implementation of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (ORM). It is their intent to continue these meetings on a regular basis to discuss common issues and to develop implementation strategies that can be applied in a consistent manner by each municipality. One of the first issues which has been raised is the interpretation of the ORM Conservation Plan and particularly its applicability to individual sites in each municipality. Property owners will be relying on the local municipal planning staff to provide accurate and complete information on the impact of the ORM Conservation Plan on their specific properties. Given the expectations of the public, they would like to request a meeting with Provincial staff prior to the actual release of the final Plan, to review and understand both the intent and implementation of the Plan. This will provide the ability to answer the multitude of questions which will be received the moment the Plan is formally released. (Received for Information) . 1-24 M02.GE Cam Jackson, Minister of Citizenship, providing information and nomination forms for three award programs that provide for an opportunity to thank volunteers and recognize them in a significant way. The programs are: . The Ontario Volunteer Service Awards which recognize volunteers for continuous service with a community group The Outstanding Achievement Awards for Voluntarism in Ontario which recognize superlative volunteer work by individuals, groups or businesses The Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers which is presented to young volunteers between the ages of 15 and 24 years in recognition of their outstanding achievements. (Received for Information) . . . . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-9 C10.MO I - 11 C10.MO - 14- February 25, 2002 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on February 13, 2002, passed the following resolution: "a) THAT Report #2002-A-5 from the Commissioner of Economic Development & Tourism be received for information and the accompanying Landscape Industry Resources Guide be received for information; and b) THAT Report #2002-A-5 and the accompanying guide be forwarded to the eight local municipalities." Resolution #C-1 04-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT Correspondence Item I - 9 be received for information and copied to the Clarington Board of Trade. "CARRIED" P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on February 13, 2002, passed the following resolution regarding Xtremewater Corporation Announcement of Funding: "a) THAT Report #2002-A-6 from the Commissioner of Economic Development & Tourism be received for information; and b) THAT Report #2002-A-6 be forwarded to the eight area local municipalities." Resolution #C-1 05-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item I - 11 be received for information and copied to the Clarington Board of Trade. "CARRIED" Correspondence Item D - 22 was circulated as a handout. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 1 C10.MO - 15- February 25, 2002 Resolution #C-1 06-02 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda, with the exception of Items D - 5 and D - 16 to D - 21, inclusive. "CARRIED" J.R. McLachlan, Clerk-Administrator, Municipality of Huron East, advising Council that the Municipality of Huron East on January 22, 2002, passed the following resolution: "WHEREAS most regions of Canada experience severe winter conditions, which can include high concentrations of ice and snow; and WHEREAS snow and ice are proven to seriously hinder mass and individual transportation networks; and WHEREAS road salts have traditionally and are routinely used to combat icy conditions hence assisting to open public roadways thereby reducing traffic accidents and related human fatalities and injury; and WHEREAS the application of road salts on public roads has been proven to reduce traffic accidents by up to 75%; and WHEREAS by adding road salts to the list of CEPA toxic substances, the Government of Canada is exposing local municipal bodies to undue legal liability both for utilizing a toxic substance on public property or for opting not to make use of road salts hence increasing the potential for human traffic fatalities on poorly maintained and icy winter highways; and WHEREAS a reduction in the residue from road salts entering into the environment can be achieved by improving storage and delivery technique rather than by classifying road salts as "toxic" under the CEPA legislation; Council Minutes - 16- February 25, 2002 . COMMUNICATIONS THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Government of Canada should not add road salts to the list of CEPA toxic substances but rather, should seek to engage stakeholders in cooperative dialogue aimed at achieving the stated environmental goals while at the same time preserving public safety on winter roadways and that the motion pertaining to the Government of Canada not to add road salts to the list of CEPA toxic substance be circulated to all municipalities of Ontario." (Correspondence referred to the Director of Operations) D-2 S08.SM Patricia Lecuyer, advising Council that she feels that smoking should not be banned. Ms. Lecuyer's opinion is that this "holy war" on smokers has gone beyond "freedom" and it should end. Smoking may not be healthy (however she doesn't believe everything she reads), but other forms of unhealthy lifestyles are far worse. She has read that there is no proof that second-hand smoke is harmful to people. Cars and factories are nauseating and are the worst environmental dangers. Bowmanville and most of the area do not have public transportation and so we all use our poisonous cars. She has stood outside schools waiting for a child and she is shocked by the fumes from buses, which the children are inhaling five days of every week for ten months. Wonder why so may children have asthma? In the U.S. and likely here, there are more people dying of obesity than tobacco but do we dare insult these obese people with the rude comments smokers put up with? Almost everyone who quits smoking gains multi pounds. (Advised of Council's decision and forwarded a copy of Report CLD-08-02 and correspondence referred to the Region of Durham) . D-3 F11.GE David Climenhage, submitting a proposal to establish a non-profit Canadian Band Museum and Hall of Fame in Clarington. The Museum would house the only collection of early wind instruments in Canada. It would extend the Great Canadian Town Band Festival into a summer long festival featuring the best wind ensembles in Canada and from other parts of the world. The museum would become a center for excellence in the collection, restoration and performance on early instruments including a resident 19th Century Brass Band. The festival and museum would be operated by a non-profit foundation and would be located at Silvanus Gardens, the former Forestry Station in Orono. . . . . " Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-4 M02.GE D-6 P09.L1 D-7 T04.GE - 17- February 25, 2002 This will provide long term use for the park-like setting and existing buildings on the site. Mr. Climenhage is seeking support mainly through the Clarington Tourism and is also requesting financial support. (Correspondence referred to staff) Steve Stewart, Branch President and Sharon Walker, Branch Manager, The Canadian Red Cross Society, requesting Council to proclaim March as Red Cross Month. They are also requesting that the Red Cross flag fly at the Municipal Administrative Centre during March, as a tribute to the many citizens who give of themselves, to help those in need, by volunteering with the Red Cross. (Proclaimed and permission granted to fly the Red Cross Flag during the month of March at the Municipal Administrative Centre) Brian Coburn, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, providing Council with a copy of a directive that he is posting on the Environmental Bill of Rights (EBR) registry that prevents challenges to effective municipal by-laws regulating livestock operations. Mr. Coburn recognizes that in some areas of the province, municipalities are struggling to deal with new or expanding livestock farms in their communities. That is why ministry staff continues to work with municipalities to provide advice, assistance and third- party review of nutrient management. He is firmly committed to making the passage of Bill 81 - the Nutrient Management Act - a priority when the Legislature resumes sitting. Mr. Coburn intends to issue the directive under the Farming and Food Production Protection Act as an interim measure, while they work towards this legislation. (Correspondence referred to the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee) Petitions submitted by Clarington residents regarding the Prospect Street bridge. They are encouraging the Municipality to repair and keep the "wooden bridge" located at the base of Prospect Street. They believe it is a vital link for the community. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Engineering) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-8 S08.SM - 18- February 25, 2002 Kathryn Mooney, Executive Director, Sunrise Recreational Youth Group for Developmentally Handicapped, writing to Council regarding the Smoking By-law. One of their most consistent and vital sources of funding has come from their bingo sponsorship at Bingo Country, Oshawa. Recently, it has become apparent that the newly proposed and comprehensive anti-smoking by-laws will soon be impacting their community. They feel that it is necessary to be vocal to the local government with their concerns about the extent to which these by-laws may produce serious negative side effects. The new by-laws will include Bingo in the same category as bars and restaurants. As such, several important distinctions have been over looked: 1) Bingos are run by non-profit organizations, where funds are used to support our communities; 2) Bars and restaurants are for profit organizations. Revenue, is retained by the owners for personal use; 3) It has been established by precedent in other communities that Bingo players will not continue to play if they cannot smoke. Bingo halls in other communities affected by similar by-laws have closed their doors, and funds, which one supported local charities, are now being spent in casinos; and 4) Unlike bingos, which will shut down, people do continue to eat and socialize in bars and restaurants even after they've become non-smoking environments. In summary, by banning smoking in Bingo halls, charities and non- profit groups in the community will be negatively impacted in a dramatic, and unfair way. While local bars and restaurants will most likely survive intact, charities and non-profits will struggle and possibly fail. (Advised of Council's decision and forwarded a copy of Report CLD-08-02 and correspondence referred to the Region of Durham) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-9 D19.010488.02 D - 10 D19.010488.02 D - 11 L07.GE - 19- February 25, 2002 Bill Skitch, advising Council that he does not wish the name of George Manners Street to be changed to Yates Road. While not a deep-roots resident of the community, he respects and appreciates the historical significance of names which help preserve a community's past. He cannot see any merit in this application to change the name. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services) Myno Van Dyke, President, Newcastle Village and District Historical Society, advising Council that the Newcastle Village and District Historical Society opposes the proposal to change the name of George Manners Street to Yates Road. The Hanning Plan of 1868 clearly shows this street as Manners. This street was originally called Manners Street after George Manners who was an important historical figure in the development of the community of Bond Head. In 1990, there was an identical proposal to change the name of this street which was properly dealt with by The Corporation of the Town of Newcastle. This proposal was in response to some confusion between Manners Street and Manvers Street in Newcastle. The Newcastle Village and District Historical Society provided input and assistance and an excellent decision was made to rename the street George Manners Street. They are now quite puzzled as to why this identical scenario is being brought up again twelve years later. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services) Bob Willsher, advising Council that the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board's Committee of the Whole Board voted to close the Courtice South School effective June 30, 2002. The building and property will be offered first to the Ontario Realty Corporation and the three other school boards operating in the area, secondly to the municipality and post-secondary institutions. If none of these organizations are interested in the property, it could then be available for public sale. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services) Council Minutes . COMMUNICATIONS D - 12 M02.GE D -13 D14.DEV.98.067 . D -14 T04.GE . - 20- February 25, 2002 Shawn Walsh, Communications and Advocacy Chair, Durham District Council, The Easter Seal Society, requesting Council to proclaim March as "Easter Seal Month". The Easter Seal Society's Spring Campaign runs through the month of March and features exciting fundraisers throughout the entire Region of Durham. In fact, communities across Ontario are coming together to help raise much-needed funds in support of young people with physical disabilities. The Easter Seal Society is dedicated to helping children, youth and young adults with physical disabilities achieve their full individual potential and future independence. This is accomplished through financial assistance, summer camp, research, advocacy and public education. (Proclaimed) Gary and Rona Lea Zolumoff, advising Council that there is a thriving Wetland and Marsh located on the land with a proposed zoning by-law amendment and proposed draft plan of subdivision submitted by William Tonno Construction Limited from "Agricultural (A) zone" to an appropriate zone category to permit the development of a variety of residential dwellings. There must be some type of study done as to how any part of this development proposal might move forward and be considered without destroying the natural habitat. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services) The Old Bowmanville Neighbourhood Association Executive, writing to Council requesting that the Prospect Street Bridge be preserved, fully restored and continue to playa role in the larger pedestrian and roadway connections of Bowmanville. The 87-year- old wooden and steel structure is the last of its type in an urban area of Clarington, which at one time, had many. As well, it is part of the historic grid structure of old Bowmanville, an often overlooked system of streets and roads which has shaped the character of the town for 200 years. They believe this link not only adds an irreplaceable charm to the communities which surround it, but symbolizes a good faith link between the two sections of the North Ward neighbourhood, divided some 87 years ago by the railway. The Prospect Street Bridge is truly a gem in Clarington's crown, it is an integral part of the function of their ideal neighbourhood and continues to shape the way they live. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 15 M02.GE D - 22 M02.GE D-5 R04.GE - 21 - February 25, 2002 It cares for their children on the way to school, reminds them of a time when commuting to work was a few blocks into town, provides a route or destination for Sunday walks and out of town guests and punctuates the concrete and asphalt streetscape with a delightful discovery of part of the heritage which continues to shape the way they live. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Engineering) Kent Young, Executive Officer, Durham Region Home Builders' Association, requesting Council to proclaim the month of April 2002 as "New Homes Month" in recognition of home construction and ownership as a basic factor in their economic progress and the quality of our lives. Mr. Young is also inviting the Mayor to be their guest for dinner on Tuesday, March 19, 2002, starting at 6:30 p.m. at General Sikorski Hall along with the other Municipal Mayors of the Durham Region. (Proclaimed) Correspondence from Ana Pacheco-Rye, Coordinator, Durham's Child Nutrition Project, requesting Council to proclaim the month of March as Nutrition Month. Durham's Child Nutrition Project is aware of the impact of good nutrition in relation to learning. Their goal is to increase awareness of the importance of child nutrition as it relates to learning and to enhance healthy eating habits for children that will last a lifetime. (Proclaimed) Sherry Bonazza, Darlington Soccer Club Inc., advising Council that they are extremely disappointed that the I ndoor Soccer facility is being removed from the South Courtice Community Park. They would like to know what they could do to try and get this project back on track. Council may not know that for the last several years they have been financing general maintenance and the upgrading of several fields in the community. At the main Darlington OPG fields on Solina Road they have spent in excess of $50,000.00. Their Indoor program has 500 players registered, but please take into account the waiting lists they do have, the numerous players who have to leave Clarington to play, and that their adult players cannot secure any gym time to begin an adult league. They do not advertise their Indoor Soccer league because they know the numbers that will register will far exceed the space they have available. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 16 C10.MO - 22- February 25, 2002 Between schools' extracurricular events, volleyball, basketball, badminton, scouts, brownies, guides and the list goes on, gym time is at a premium in Clarington. There are a few options they could possibly look at. The club could approach banks or corporate sponsors and try and drum up some financial help. Maybe the plans for the Indoor facility could be scaled down? If it would help, they could look at the Indoor Soccer facility plans the budget is based on and make suggestions that could bring costs down. They only need a basic rectangular building. Are there any other cost cutting measures that could be taken, so an Indoor Soccer facility can become a reality? Resolution #C-1 07-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item D - 5 be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered during Unfinished Business. "CARRIED" M. de Rond, Clerk, Town of Ajax, advising Council that the Town of Ajax on January 28, 2002, passed the following resolution: 'WHEREAS domestic violence remains a very serious on- going concern within the Regional Municipality of Durham; and WHEREAS Council wishes to be pro-active in ensuring that Ajax continues to be a safe and secure community for all residents; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Ajax hereby requests that the Durham Regional Police Service proceed to form a Domestic Violence Unit; and THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Council of the Regional Municipality of Durham, the Councils of all municipalities within the Region of Durham, all Durham Region MP's and all Durham Region MPP's for endorsement." . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 17 M02.GE D - 18 C10.MO - 23 - February 25, 2002 Resolution #C-1 08-02 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT Correspondence Item D - 16 be received for information. "CARRIED" Jennifer Ward, Associate Manager, Special Events, The Easter Seal Society, requesting Council's help with the 24 hour relay for Easter Seal Kids. Each year, with the support of over 3,000 participants, volunteers and the corporate community, more than 80 teams participate and raise over $600,000 every year. Teams collect pledges, run walk or crawl relay style for 24 hours, and this year they want the Municipality of Clarington to join in the fun. They are requesting that the municipality display their 11 x 17 colourful event poster to spread the word in the community. Resolution #C-1 09-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT the request to display The East Seal Society's 11 X 17 poster for the 24 hour relay be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington; and THAT the correspondence be referred to the Communications and Tourism Manager. "CARRIED" Daniel Gatien, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Clarence- Rockland, advising Council that the City of Clarence-Rockland on February 5, 2002, passed the following resolution: 'WHEREAS the welfare and well being of our children and especially children with special needs, are at risk whenever they have to be moved from their regular daycare services when faced with interruptions caused by strikes; WHEREAS the Provincial, Federal and Municipal governments confirm the importance and the role of daycare services in our society by their continuous monetary support and initiatives for different daycare programs; . . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 19 C10.MO - 24- February 25, 2002 WHEREAS under the present legislation, subsidized parents lose their subsidy when daycare services are not available at their regular daycare during a strike and they have no other alternative but to place their children in a non-subsidized daycare centre; WHEREAS the legislation and authority for daycare services in our Province lies with the Government of Ontario; BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Government of Ontario be petitioned to declare daycare services an essential service in the Province of Ontario and that unionized daycare personnel have no right to strike; BE IT ALSO RESOLVED THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to all Parent's Associations of daycare services and other related associations as well as to our local Member of Parliament and Ontario municipalities for their support, as recommended." Resolution #C-11 0-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Ping Ie THAT Correspondence Item D - 18 be received for information. "CARRIED" Sandra Kranc, City Clerk, City of Oshawa, writing to the Region of Durham advising that the City of Oshawa on February 4, 2002, passed the following resolution: "1. THAT the Council of the Corporation of the City of Oshawa advise the Council of the Regional Municipality of Durham that Oshawa Council does not support a new Regional administrative building regardless of location. 2. THAT City Council consult with the Downtown Oshawa Board of Management, the Downtown Action Committee and the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce regarding their views as to the impact of a new Regional administrative building on the downtown and the financial implications on taxpayers. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 20 C10.MO - 25- February 25, 2002 3. THAT City Council seek feedback from Oshawa taxpayers on the long-term debt burden which would result from proceeding with a new Regional administrative building. 4. THAT City Council request that all local municipalities in Durham seek feedback from the business community, Chambers of Commerce/Boards of Trade and taxpayers as to the appropriateness, and cost of a new Regional administrative building. 5. THAT the Region be requested to investigate opportunities to renegotiate leases at reduced rates and all other more cost-effective alternatives to the construction of a new Regional administrative building. 6. THAT the Minister of Finance and the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing be advised of Oshawa's position on this matter. 7 . THAT a copy of the City Manager's Report CM-02-14 dated January 30, 2002, be circulated to all area municipalities." Resolution #C-111-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Item D - 19 be referred to staff for preparation of a report pending Request For Proposal submissions. "CARRIED" Carolyn Downs, Manager Council Support City Clerk, City of Kingston, advising Council that the City of Kingston on February 12, 2002, passed the following resolution: "WHEREAS Municipal taxpayers have been forced to take on the financial responsibility for services and programs previously provided by and administered by the provincial government, including what were formerly provincial highways, and; . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS - 26- February 25, 2002 WHEREAS despite the massive download, the provincial government have failed to provide municipalities with enough new sources of substantial revenue in order to handle the download, and; WHEREAS according to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, government funding provided to municipalities since 1995 as a proportion of total municipal revenues to 18%, lower than funding levels in the U.S.A. or Europe, and; WHEREAS Prince Edward Island, Alberta, British Columbia and Quebec currently allocate a portion of provincial gasoline taxes to their municipalities; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Kingston City Council demand that the Province of Ontario provide additional funding to help municipalities pay for items such as the maintenance and upkeep of roads by allocating a portion of provincial gasoline taxes to municipalities, and; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Kingston City Council insist that no further downloading of services takes place in the Province of Ontario, and; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Kingston City Council request that the Ontario government undertake a full review of other provincial revenue sources, in consultation with municipalities, to determine which of these revenue sources should be given in total or in part to municipalities in recognition of the added financial responsibilities municipalities now have as a result of downloading, and; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT copies of this resolution be circulated for comment and endorsement to all municipalities of Ontario with a population over 50,000, Premier Mike Harris, Ontario Liberal Leader Dalton McGuinty, Ontario NDP Leader Howard Hampton, John Gerretsen (MPP), Tony Clement (MPP) Chris Stockwell (MPP), Elizabeth Witmer (MPP), Jim Flaherty (MPP) and Mr. Ernie Eves." . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 21 F11.GE REPORTS - 27- February 25, 2002 Resolution #C-112-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT the resolution of the City of Kingston regarding gasoline taxes be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington. "CARRIED" Terry James, Vice-President and Luncheon Co-ordinator, Durham Region Senior Games, requesting financial support to assist them with a special Awards Luncheon for the winners of the Provincial Championships. They are a volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to presenting the following local activities each year for the enjoyment of senior residents: 5-pin bowling, lawn bowling, darts, bid euchre, bridge, shuffleboard, tennis, golf, cribbage, horseshoes, 10-pin bowling and snooker. Resolution #C-113-02 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT Correspondence Item D - 21 be referred to the Regional Municipality of Durham. "CARRIED" Report #1 Resolution #C-114-02 G.PA Report Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur February 18, 2002 THAT the actions taken by the General Purpose and Administration Committee on February 18, 2002, be approved. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes - 28- February 25, 2002 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Grant Applications Resolution #C-115-02 #02-026 #02-038 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Robinson Development Charges Ontario Power Generation Durham Emergency Measures Unopened Road Allowance in Kendal THAT a one-time grant in the amount of $500.00 be awarded to the Bowmanville Business & Professional Women's Club and to the Toronto Cornish Association. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-116-02 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the delegation of Paul Christensen be referred to staff for preparation of a report. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-117-02 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT the presentation of Dominic Iafrate and Phil Lesauvage, Ontario Power Generation be received with thanks. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-118-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the presentation of Ivan Ciuciura, Durham Emergency Measures be received with thanks. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-119-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT the delegations of Mario Veltri and Peter Grady be received with thanks. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes - 29- February 25, 2002 UNFINISHED BUSINESS $3,500 Court Judgement Councillor Trim disclosed a pecuniary interest with respect to the delegation of Richard Ward. Mr. Ward referenced the 2000 Municipal Election, in which Councillor Trim was the successful candidate for Regional Council, Wards 3 and 4. Resolution #C-120-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the delegation of Richard Ward be received with thanks. "CARRIED" South Community Resolution #C-121-02 Park BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the delegation of lain Alexander be referred to staff for investigation of possible alternative methods to construct an Indoor Soccer facility. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-122-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2002-019 to 2002-026, inclusive, and that the said by-laws be now read a first and second time: 2002-019 being a by-law to amend By-law 2001-074 being a by-law to appoint Members to the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee for the Municipality of Clarington 2002-020 being a by-law to amend By-law 2001-004 being a by-law to appoint Members to the Clarington Traffic Management Committee for the Municipality of Clarington 2002-021 being a by-law to exempt a certain portion of Registered Plan 40M-2066 from Part Lot Control . . . Council Minutes BY-LAWS OTHER BUSINESS Regional Update - 30- February 25, 2002 2002-022 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law of the former Corporation of the Town of Newcastle 2002-023 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 25 to the Clarington Official Plan 2002-024 being a by-law to assume certain streets within the Municipality of Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington 2002-025 being a by-law to authorize the execution of a Lease Amending Agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Canadian Waste Services Inc. in respect to the Clarington Waste Transfer Station 2002-026 being a by-law to authorize the execution by the Mayor and Clerk of a Transfer Agreement between the Municipality of Clarington and the Trulls Land Corporation or to its direction "CARRIED" Resolution #C-123-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2002-019 to 2002-026, inclusive, be approved. "CARRIED" Councillor Schell was pleased to announce that the Durham Regional Agricultural Advisory Committee has now been formed and that Clarington farmers are well represented on the Committee. The Committee's first meeting will take place on April 3rd in Whitby. Councillor Trim advised Council that he attended a presentation at the Health and Social Services Committee regarding family and domestic violence. On February 13th the Region received an excellent presentation from the Durham Regional Police Department. . . . Council Minutes OTHER BUSINESS Boards and Committees Update - 31 - February 25, 2002 Mayor Mutton advised Council that the police budget came within budgetary guidelines at the Finance Committee Meeting. Clarington will be receiving four new officers. The $158,000 for transit will be voted on next week at the Region. A report will be going to the next General Purpose and Administration meeting announcing Clarington transit routes. Councillor Pingle advised that the Ontario Power Generation has distributed pamphlets regarding Reactivity Week being held from March 11 - March 15, 2002. Councillor Robinson reminded Council of the fundraising event that will be taking place at Newcastle Town Hall on March 16th. On April 16th the Kendal Community Centre will be having a Yuks Yuks event. The money raised will go towards painting the community centre. Councillor Rowe advised that the Visual Arts Centre has unveiled art from High School students that will be on display until March 24th Clarington Youth Advisory Committee had a workshop facilitated by the Community Services Department. Councillor Rowe announced that she will be the guest speaker for the 4-H Group tomorrow night at the Solina Hall speaking on municipal government. Councillor Schell advised that the Bowmanville BIA is having an all members meeting on Tuesday, March 26 regarding budget discussion. The Rotary Club of Courtice, a new service club, has been announced. Their charter dinner is scheduled to be held May 10, 2002. Councillor Trim advised that the Visual Arts Centre has a new Board of Directors. CONFIRMING BY-LAW Councillor Trim stated a pecuniary interest earlier in the meeting and refrained from discussion and voting on the confirming by-law. . Council Minutes - 32- February 25, 2002 CONFIRMING BY-LAW . ADJOURNMENT . Resolution #C-124-02 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2002-027 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at this meeting held on the 25th day of February 2002, and that the said by-law be now read a first and second time. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-125-02 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2002-027 be approved. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-126-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:45 p.m. "CARRIED" y-(::f~ ~~~r.-./, D 'rY RK