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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/18/2002 . . . , . Council Minutes PRAYER ROLL CALL Present Were: Absent: Also Present: MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON March 18, 2002 Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on March 18, 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 (on vacation) Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella Director of Community Services, J. Caruana (attended until 8:00 p.m.) Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief, M. Creighton Director of Planning Services, D. Crome (attended until 8:00 p.m.) Solicitor, D. Hefferon Director of Operations, F. Horvath (attended until 7:45 p.m.) Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano Director of Finance/Treasurer, N. Taylor Confidential Secretary to the Clerk, H. Keyzers (attended until 7:45 p.m.) Deputy Clerk, Marie Knight Stanley DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST MINUTES There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest. Resolution #C-137 -02 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on February 25, 2002, be approved. "CARRIED" . . . . Council Minutes MINUTES ANNOUNCEMENTS DELEGATIONS -2- March 18, 2002 Resolution #C-138-02 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the minutes of a special meeting of Council held on March 4, 2002, be approved. "CARRIED" Mayor Mutton advised Council that the Ontario Municipal Board has announced a ruling regarding the Official Plan Amendment and the Rezoning Amendment of Joe Domitrovic. The appellant's lawyer, Shan Jain has withdrawn their application. Councillor MacArthur advised Council that he attended a fund raising event held by the Newcastle Arena Board on March 16th held at the Newcastle Hall. There was a great turnout and it is wonderful how a community can get behind a fund raising event. Councillor Robinson advised Council that the Newcastle Arena Board raised $3,850 at this event. Councillor Pingle advised that the Orono Arena had a successful euchre party and the Kendal Baseball Association will be having a euchre party for fundraising purposes. Libby Racansky, 3200 Hancock Road, Courtice, L 1 E 2M1, advised earlier that she would not be in attendance. Roland Rutland, Director, National Harmony Movement, 122 Burcher Road, Ajax, L 1S 2R4, appeared before Council requesting that March 21, 2002, be proclaimed the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination was declared by the United Nations in 1966 to commemorate the sacrifices made by peaceful demonstrators in South Africa who were killed and wounded in 1960 during a demonstration against Apartheid. It is now a symbol of the world-wide need to end racism. . . . '- Council Minutes DELEGATIONS COMMUNICATIONS I - 1 A01.FE 1-3 C06.CL -3- March 18, 2002 Given the events of the last six months, locally, nationally and internationally, the National Movement for Harmony in Canada and its collaborative partners feel that the "Peace and Community Harmony" - Working towards a Global Society, is a timely event for all the citizens of the Durham Region. This project is a six month, grass roots, race relations public education program. Mr. Rutland stated that there are three specific goals to the project: 1. develop critical thinking, community capacity, and strategies that address barriers to establishing peace and community harmony in our communities, such as hate crime, racism, and religious intolerance; 2. develop a greater degree of community inter-connectedness; and 3. encourage year round, sustainable, race relations programming activities that address important race relations issues. Resolution #C-139-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT the communications to be received for information be approved with the exceptions of 1-2,1- 5,1- 8, - 14, 1- 29 and 1-30. "CARRIED" Jack Layton, President, Federation of Canadian Municipalities, advising Council that the Federation of Canadian Municipalities is holding their 65th Annual Conference and Municipal Expo on May 31 - June 3, 2002, in the City of Hamilton. (Received for Information) Minutes of the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee dated January 7,2002. (Received for Information) . . . '- Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-4 F22.TA 1- 6 A04.GE 1-7 T03.GE 1-9 S08.SM 1-10 E05.PO -4- March 18,2002 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, providing Council with a certified copy of By-law #10-2002, being a by-law to requisition, on an interim basis, from the Area Municipalities before the adoption of the 2002 Regional estimates, a sum equal to fifty percent of the taxes collected for Regional purposes made by the Regional Council against the area municipalities for all property classes in the year 2001. (Received for Information) Ann Mulvale, President, Association of Municipalities of Ontario, advising Council of an important seminar on drinking water that is being organized for their members by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) called 'Managing your Municipality's Drinking Water in the Wake of Walkerton'. (Received for Information) Brad Clark, Minister of Transportation, announcing the creation of the Ontario Transit Renewal Program, which is part of the new provincial transit investment plan. With the Ontario Transit Renewal Program, the province has created a new partnership that will assist municipalities in replacing and refurbishing their existing transit fleets. Ontario municipalities have expressed the need to replace aging transit fleets which contribute to higher operating costs, increased emissions, reductions in service reliability and delays in achieving system accessibility. Mr. Clark is pleased to inform that the 2002 funding allocation for Clarington is $5,128. The replacement of existing transit rolling stock, and major fleet refurbishing that will extend the life of vehicles for a minimum of six years will be eligible for this funding. (Received for Information) Loretta Michaud Muto, congratulating Council on giving the green light for the Regional smoking by-law. Ms. Muto is thanking Council for their leadership and she looks forward to the day when we can all breathe easier in public places. (Received for Information) Natural Resources Canada, providing Council with a copy of a news release advising that Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) invites public comment on the draft scope document for the environmental assessment of the Port Granby Project. The 30-day public comment period starts on February 25, 2002 and ends on March 26, 2002. (Received for Information) . . . '. Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS I - 11 D21.GE 1- 12 S08.SM -5- March 18, 2002 Iter Canada, advising Council of 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. The directors of Iter Canada Host Inc. are as follows: William Farlinger, Chairman, Ontario Power Generation The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, Partner, Ogilvy Renault The Honourable Robert K. Rae, Partner, Goodmans LLP The Honourable Edward C. Lumley, Vice Chairman, BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. Dr. Peter Barnard, CEO, Iter Canada Host Inc. John Beck, CEO, Aecon Construction Group Inc. Leo de Bever, Senior Vice-President, Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Walter Murray, Vice-Chairman, RBC Dominion Securities Michael Nobrega, President, Borealis Capital Corporation Alex Taylor, Chair, Enersource Corporation (Received for Information) Sandra Kranc, City Clerk, City of Oshawa, advising Council that the City of Oshawa on February 25, 2002, passed the following resolution: "THAT the Council of the Regional Municipality of Durham be advised that the Council of the City of Oshawa approves, in principle, of the Regional Council passing a Region-wide By-law regulating the smoking of tobacco in public places and workplaces, subject to the following conditions: THAT, prior to Oshawa giving final approval to allow a Region-wide By-law regulating the smoking of tobacco, the Regional Municipality of Durham complete a thorough public consultation process, including at least one public meeting in Oshawa, with particular emphasis on notifying and consulting with those industries and businesses as directed by the City of Oshawa that are most likely to be affected by stricter regulations; and THAT, following this consultation, a draft Region-wide By- law be circulated to local municipalities upon which the local municipalities will then decide whether to assign this responsibility to the Region; and . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1- 13 S08.SM - 6- March 18, 2002 THAT the Regional Municipality of Durham confirm in writing that, should the Region be granted the authority to pass a Region-wide By-law, that the Region of Durham Health Department be responsible for any and all promotion and enforcement of the new regulations; and THAT all Durham Region municipalities be notified of this resolution." (Received for Information) Donald G. McKay, Director of Corporate Services, The Corporation of the Town of Whitby, advising Council that the Town of Whitby on February 25, 2002, passed the following resolution: "1. THAT the Council approve the Region of Durham passing a region-wide by-law regulating the smoking of tobacco in public places and workplaces subject to the following conditions: (a) that the Region of Durham complete a thorough public consultation process, including at least one evening public meeting in the Town of Whitby, with emphasis on notifying and consulting with those industries and businesses that are most likely affected by stricter regulations; and (b) that the Regional Municipality of Durham confirm in writing that should a region-wide by- law be adopted and implemented that the Region of Durham Health Department will be responsible for any and all promotion and enforcement of the new regulations; 2. THAT, when drafting a region-wide smoking by-law, the Region of Durham give special consideration to introducing permissive smoking provisions for bingo halls so as to not unduly impact the bingo revenues that many not-for-profit organizations have come to rely on to finance their valuable community works; . . . ,~ Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1- 15 T08.GE I - 16 M02.GE 1-17 A01.CE 1-18 C06.CL - 7- March 18, 2002 3. THAT the Region of Durham be requested to consult with adjacent Regions, the Province of Ontario and the Government of Canada to develop a common smoke-free policy covering all public buildings to ensure that a smoking ban imposed by the Region of Durham does not simply result in the migration of smokers to those buildings in jurisdictions not subject to the Durham by-law; and 4. THAT all Durham Region municipalities be notified of this resolution." (Received for Information) Kaye McOustra, Chair, Clarke High School, School Council, providing Council with a copy of a letter written to the Ministry of Transportation regarding an emergency exit for Clarke High School/Pines Senior Public. They are requesting the Ministry of Transportation to come up with some financially viable engineering feat to allow their school to cross the barrier and exit via the south- bound 35/115 highway in the event that the north-bound highway, north of their school is closed. (Received for Information) Chris Friel, Mayor, City of Brantford, inviting Mayor and Councillors to join them on July 16 - July 19 on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary Conference of the Ontario Parks Association. An exciting program has been put together which focuses on many of the current key issues that are facing today's municipal decision- makers. In addition to the delegates program, the Elected and Appointed Officials Tour will provide some insight into those challenges facing us in this climate of change. (Received for Information) Rick Johnson, Chair, Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, providing Council with a copy of the 2001 Annual Report for the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority. (Received for Information) Minutes of the Clarke Museum and Archives dated March 4, 2002. (Received for Information) '. Council Minutes . COMMUNICATIONS 1-19 M02.GE 1-20 SOO.GE 1-21 R02.GE . 1-22 M06.GE 1-23 C06.BO . 1- 24 M02.GE -8- March 18, 2002 Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, advising Council of the 2th Annual Maple Syrup Festival at the Purple Woods Conservation Area on March 9 to March 17 and March 23 and March 24, 2002. Visitors will be able to smell the sweetness as maple sap is cooking into syrup in the Sugar Shack and see how maple syrup was made over 400 years ago. (Received for Information) Brian C. Lemon, Chief Executive Officer, Lakeridge Health Corporation, advising Council that the Ministry of Health has selected a multi-disciplinary team led by Noble Consultants to conduct a review of the redevelopment project at Lakeridge Health Oshawa and the future of Lakeridge Health Whitby. The date of completion of the review is early May 2002, when a report will be sent directly to the Ministry of Health. (Received for Information) Brenda Carrigan, Chair, Clarington Public Library Board, advising Council that the board will continue to review the library's technology requirements and will not fill the Manager of Information Technology position in the immediate future. (Received for Information) Association of Municipalities of Ontario, advising Council that firefighters who volunteer are being pressured to resign as volunteers or lose their full time jobs. The International Association of Fire Fighters' Union locals began to take steps against "double halters" who work full-time and as a result of municipal amalgamation are now volunteers within the same municipality. Also "double hatters" who work full-time in one municipality and volunteer in another are being targeted. Firefighters are being charged, and threatened with being charged under the International Association of Fire Fighters' Constitution. If firefighters are expelled from the union for being "double halters", they may lose their full- time jobs. (Received for Information) Minutes of the Bowmanville Museum Board dated February 13 and February 27, 2002. (Received for Information) Larry J. McCabe, Secretary-Treasurer, Or~anization of Small Urban Municipalities, advising Council of their 49 Annual Conference being held on May 1, 2, 3 and 4, 2002. (Received for Information) . . . " Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-25 P17.GE 1-26 T05.GE 1-27 C06.KA 1-28 E05.PO 1-2 D21.GE -9- March 18, 2002 Howard Hampton, MPP, Leader, Ontario New Democratic Party, advising the Region of Durham that they would allow all municipalities to use red light cameras. (Received for Information) Bill Bowick, Executive Director, Ontario Trails Council, sending Council a copy of their new provincial trail map. They feel that recreational trails are a key way of making the province a better place to live and a more enjoyable place to visit. (Received for Information) Minutes of the Kawartha Conservation Advisory Committee dated February 6, 2002. (Received for Information) Peter Brown, Director, Uranium and Radioactive Waste Division, advising Council that the responsible authorities have agreed to grant a 15 day extension to the public comment period regarding the draft scope of the environmental assessment for the Port Granby project. The extended public comment period will be from February 25, 2002 to April 11 , 2002, inclusive. (Received for Information) Ron Dabor, writing to Council with his concerns that the dangers and difficulties have been glossed over by Dr. Bernard and his spin team to make Iter palpable to the public. Mr. Dabor has also included a copy of a letter he sent to Cobourg's Mayor, Peter Delanty. Resolution #C-140-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item I - 2 be received for information. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-5 D21.GE 1-8 E05.GE I - 14 M02.GE - 10- March 18, 2002 Dave Martin, Sierra Club of Canada, providing Council with comments by the Sierra Club of Canada to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission on the final EA Guidelines (Scope of Project and Assessment), Environmental Assessment of the Proposed Iter Facility, Clarington, Ontario. Iter poses significant hazards to workers, the public and the environment in the community. They are reiterating their disapproval of the direction the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission has taken as Responsible Authority in its application of the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act to the Iter proposal. Resolution #C-141-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item 1-5 be received for information. "CARRIED" Warren J. Coulter, Water Resource TechnologisURegulations Officer, Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, writing to Imperial Oil Limited with their recommendations to expediting further clean-up regarding a furnace fuel oil spill into Stalker Creek on Walsh Road. Resolution #C-142-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item I - 8 be received for information. "CARRIED" City of New Castle, Pennsylvania, advising Council that the City of New Castle, will be hosting the International World Summit in September. Delegates from eight countries will travel to two small U.S. cities, one in Pennsylvania, and the other in Indiana for a combined seven-day stay. These countries all have one thing in common; each has a city named New Castle. The purpose of the International New Castle Summit of the World is to build worldwide community partnerships, strengthen international relations, initiate product exchanges and promote tourism. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-29 F22.TA 1-30 M02.GE -11- March 18, 2002 Resolution #C-143-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item 1-14 be received for information. "CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING" (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION) Resolution #C-144-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item I - 14 be copied to the Newcastle Historical Society. "CARRIED" The foregoing Resolution #C-143-02 was then put to a vote and "CARRIED AS AMENDED." Gregory W. Baxter, Account Manager, Municipal Relations, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, introducing Mike Porporo as the Municipal Relations Representative for the Municipality of Clarington. Resolution #C-145-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item 1- 29 be received for information. "CARRIED" Ted Blowes and Linda Rotteau, Co-Chairs, Communities in Bloom, advising Council that Communities is Bloom and Hydro One Networks have teamed up to introduce an exciting new competition to promote attractive entrances or "gateways" to municipalities and communities. Use this competition as the inspiration required to initiate what so may other municipalities have done for their gateway's appearance. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 1 D19.010488.02 D-2 D14.DEV.89.067 - 12- March 18, 2002 Resolution #C-146-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item I - 30 be referred to the Communications and Tourism Manager. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-147-02 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT the Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda, with the exception of Items D - 3, D - 6, D- 8, D - 21, D - 33 and D - 34 to D - 39, inclusive. "CARRIED" Bill Skitch, suggesting that Council change the name of George Manners Street to a name of historical significance such as Bond Head Boulevard. (Advised Mr. Skitch of the decision of Council with respect to Addendum Report PSD-011-02) Mike Kirkus, writing Council to express his opposition to the proposed zoning by-law amendment and plan of subdivision on the property located in part of Lot 32, Concession 3, in the former Township of Darlington. Mr. Kirkus resides at 99 George Reynolds Drive directly across from a proposed entrance to the new development of Street A. The area to be developed is home to a multitude of wildlife. Its wetlands is home to an array of amphibians and waterfowl - geese, ducks and heron to name a few. Has a proper environmental assessment been completed to measure the influence of the destruction of such a diverse and irreplaceable habitat? Mr. Kirkus is also questioning the need for another school in this time of shrinking classroom enrolment. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-4 M02.GE D-5 D19.ST D-7 M02.GE - 13 - March 18, 2002 Don Yeo, President, Clarington Branch of the Canadian Cancer Society, requesting Council to declare April as "Cancer Month in Clarington." He is also requesting permission to have a Cancer Society flag fly from the flag poles at the Newcastle Town Hall, the Courtice Recreation Complex and the Municipal Administrative Centre. The official flag raising ceremony is to take place at the Municipal Administrative Centre at 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 1, 2002. Mr. Yeo is also requesting that Friday, April 5, 2002, be declared "Daffodil Day". (Proclaimed the Month of April as "Cancer Month" and Friday, April 4 as "Daffodil Day" and permission granted to fly the Cancer Society Flag at various locations) Kevin McAlpine, Chief of Police, Durham Regional Police Service, requesting Council to establish a policy on Municipal Addressing and Street Names. On many occasions each year, the emergency responders, Police, Fire and Ambulance experience frustration and confusion while trying to respond to victims. This flows from the fact that the same street has different names and from different streets having identical or similar names. Both of these situations can cause significant delays in getting assistance to our citizens and really can cause life-endangering delays. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services and advised of actions taken in this regard) Bonnie McPhail, Toonie for Autism Day Committee, Autism Society Ontario, requesting Council to proclaim Friday, April 26, 2002, as ''Toonie for Autism Day." Thousands of students struggle with learning challenges associated with autism or Autism Spectrum Disorders in schools across Ontario. More children are being diagnosed with autism than ever before and are entering classrooms in our schools in record numbers. They are in need of specific educational supports, informed teachers and welcoming classrooms of fellow students. (Proclaimed) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-9 M02.GE D - 10 M02.GE - 14- March 18, 2002 Garth Gilpin, Secretary-Treasurer and General Manager, Bowmanville Business Centre, requesting permission for the following street closings in 2002: King Street from George Street west to Scugog Road, Temperance Street from Church Street south to the hole in the wall, and Division Street from the Royal Bank building, north to the Division Street entrance to the parking lot, for the following events on the dates and times indicated: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Maple Festival and All That Jazz - Friday, May 3 at 8:00 p.m. until Saturday, May 4 at 7:00 p.m. Fabulous Fifties Festival - Saturday, June 22 at 5:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. August Midnight Madness - Friday, August 16 at 4:30 p.m. until Saturday, August 17 at 12:30 a.m. Apple Festival and Craft Sale - Friday, October 18 at 7:00 p.m. until Saturday, October 19 at 8:00 p.m. Christmas Moonlight Magic - Friday, December 6 at 4:00 p.m. until Saturday, December 7 at 12:30 a.m. Also, if arrangements could be made to close the 20 King Street East parking lot at about 5:00 p.m. on May 3, August 16 and October 18 so that preparations may begin for the various functions which will take place on these occasions, this too would be greatly appreciated. (Approved request provided that organizers apply for and obtain road occupancy permits from the Engineering Services Department) Marcel Lapointe, Secretary, Navy League of Canada, Bowmanville and District Branch, Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps #279, requesting proclamation of Navy League Tags on October 3, 4 and 5, 2002. (Proclaimed) . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 11 D19.010488.02 . D - 12 D14.DEV.89.067 . - 15- March 18, 2002 Farncomb Le Gresley, advising Council that he strongly objects to the proposal to change the name of "George Manners Street" to "Yates Road". His family has resided at Ebor House, on property which extends from Mill Street to George Manners Street, for approximately 150 years. He now owns all of the land on the east side of George Manners Street from Metcalf Street on the north to Boulton Street on the south. George Manners Street was originally Manners Street, being historically named after one of the prominent persons in the early days of Bond Head and Newcastle. In 1990 there was an identical proposal to rename this street, then named Manners Street, to avoid an apparent conflict with Manvers Street. At that time Manners Street was renamed George Manners. By so doing, the name conflict was completely resolved and the historical significance of this street was at the same time greatly enhanced. (Advised of actions taken with respect to Addendum to Report PSD-011-02) Colleen Konoby and the residents of Daiseyfield Avenue, advising Council that they are opposed to the proposed zoning by-law amendment and the proposed draft plan of the subdivision submitted by William Tonno Construction Limited. The reasons for the opposition to the proposal are as follows: 1 . further destruction of woodlands and accompanying ecological systems; 2. changing of the woodland, country setting that they presently enjoy to that of just another city street; 3. turning of their street from a fairly secluded, quiet street into one of heightened traffic and noise; 4. noise, dust and dirt that will accompany the construction and the machinery used; 5. heightened traffic, noise, strangers, and vandalism that will accompany a school; 6. road congestion that will follow upon the completion of a school; and 7. dangers caused by unsafe driving speeds and practices as seen in other areas of larger streets. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D -13 M02.GE D - 14 C10.MO - 16- March 18, 2002 W.R. Allen, Secretary General to The Order of Ontario, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Citizenship, inviting nominations for membership in The Order of Ontario, our province's most prestigious honour. The Order of Ontario was established in 1986 as a means of honouring those people who have rendered service of the greatest distinction and of singular excellence in any field of endeavour benefiting society here and elsewhere. The award pays tribute to exceptional people who exemplify the highest qualities of achievement and excellence in their chosen professions or in community services on an international, national or provincial level. (Correspondence referred to the Municipal Clerk to place a notice in the local newspaper) Sandra Kranc, City Clerk, City of Oshawa, advising Council that the City of Oshawa on February 25, 2002, passed the following resolution: "1. THAT Report OS-02-52 dated February 12, 2002, from the Commissioner of Operational Services be received for information; 2. THAT as part of the pending staff report on proposed changes to Bill 111 , the Municipal Act, the Province be requested to provide authority to municipalities to regulate and prohibit the application of pesticides; 3. THAT staff be directed to develop a comprehensive report for consideration by Council in October 2002 on an intensified Pest Management Program for municipal property for possible implementation in 2003; 4. THAT a copy of Report OS-02-52 be forwarded to the Region of Durham and area municipalities, and they be requested to form a committee to develop a joint program to promote pesticide reduction on private property, and that the Regional Health Unit co- ordinate the development of the program; 5. THAT a copy of Report OS-02-052 be provided to the parties identified in Section 2 of the report; . Council Minutes - 17- March 18, 2002 COMMUNICATIONS 6. THAT the City of Oshawa develop information on pesticide reduction for distribution to Oshawa homeowners; and that an amount between $5,000 to $10,000 be provided in the Department of Operational Services Operating Budget for 2002; 7. THAT a resolution be drafted for consideration to be forwarded to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario with a request that the province provide authority to municipalities to regulate or prohibit the use of pesticides." (Correspondence referred to the Director of Operations) D - 15 M02.GE Steven Finlay, Executive Director, The Oshawa/Clarington Association for Community Living, requesting Council to declare Mayas "Community Living" month. Over the past 45 years, those they support have experienced a lot of change, from segregated classes in the basement of a church to total integration within the schools, from the development of a sheltered workshop for work experience to gainful employment within local businesses. Their mission statement articulates "a community where everyone belongs". By approving this declaration, Clarington and its members will be showing commitment to individuals with a developmental disability and their families as well as demonstrating that their community is supportive of their aspirations to live and work in Clarington. . (Proclaimed) D - 16 M02.GE Joe Hand, Chair, Durham Region Labour Council, requesting Council to proclaim Sunday, April 28, 2002, as "Day of Mourning" and request that the flags be lowered on Municipal Buildings in honour of those killed at the workplace. The Durham Region Labour Council will be observing the Day of Mourning with a march to Oshawa City Hall followed by a brief ceremony and lowering of the flag at Civic Square and laying of wreaths at the Day of Mourning Monument. The Day of Mourning was officially recognized by the Ontario Provincial Legislature in 1988. In 1991, An Act Respecting a Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace passed through all stages of the House of Commons and the Senate. . . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 17 M02.GE D - 18 M02.GE D -19 M02.GE - 18- March 18, 2002 The Bill which now proclaims April 28th of each year as a National Day of Mourning received Royal Assent on February 1, 1991 and is now law. (Proclaimed and permission granted to lower the flags at all Municipal Buildings) Holly Benson, Executive Director, Child Find Ontario, requesting Council to proclaim May and specifically May 25th as National Missing Children's Day. Each year, almost 60,000 cases of missing children are reported to police in Canada - enough to fill every seat in the SykDome. Ontario alone registers over 40% of all missing children's cases in Canada - almost 20,000 cases in 2001. Missing children, whether caused by parental abduction, stranger abduction or runaway teenagers, take an enormous toll on families, schools, police and local communities - to say nothing of the potential emotional and physical damage to the children themselves. The Annual Green Ribbon of Hope Campaign in May brings attention to the issue of missing children and reminds us to keep kids safe. (Proclaimed) Sally Barrie, Administrator, Durham Region Community Care Association, requesting that May 30,31 and June 1 be proclaimed Annual "Tag Days" throughout the Municipality of Clarington. This annual event plays a key role in the fund raising efforts to assist local Community Care programs. All funds raised go towards local home support and mental health programs in Clarington. (Proclaimed) Brian Dallaway, requesting permission to hold a parade to accompany the Great Canadian Town Band Festival. The parade would be held on Saturday, June 15, 2002, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. They are hoping to build on the pervious years' success and include a parade featuring bands and community elements including an elephant from the Bowmanville Zoo. (Approved provided organizers apply for and obtain a road occupancy permit from the Engineering Services Department) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 20 C10.MO - 19- March 18, 2002 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on March 6, 2002, passed the following resolution: "a) THAT subject to the approval of the Municipal Councils of Clarington, Uxbridge, Scugog and Brock: i) THAT the Region adopt a by-law to assume waste collection responsibilities from the participating Area Municipalities, as permitted under the Regional Municipalities Act, Section 150 (1), and that non-participating Area Municipalities be advised that they can be exempt from the proposed Regional by-law, as permitted in Section 150 (2) of the Regional Municipalities Act; ii) THAT the Region enter into a six-year agreement commencing September 1, 2002, with Miller Waste Systems for the curbside collection of non-hazardous garbage, organics, and recyclable wastes in the Municipality of Clarington and the Townships of Uxbridge, Scugog and Brock (as proposed in Miller's document of response to RFP 434-2001 - Innovative Proposal NO.3 - and the recommended optional services as detailed on page either of Report #2002-J-10, for a total annual cost of $5,634,682, excluding taxes); b ) THAT the costs of the above recommended integrated waste collection, haulage and disposal contract be recovered through the Regional Solid Waste Tax Levy of participating Area Municipalities; c) THAT the Regional Chair and Clerk be authorized to execute the above noted collection contract agreement; and . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 22 C12WE D -23 M02.GE - 20- March 18, 2002 d) THAT a copy of Report #2002-J-10 from the Commissioners of Works and Finance be forwarded to each of the participating Area Municipalities and members of the Region's Waste Management Advisory Committee for information. " (Correspondence referred to the Director of Finance/Treasurer and the Director of Operations) Hugh Martin, Chief Weed Inspector, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, advising Council that County/DistricURegional municipalities are required to appoint a weed inspector and all other municipalities may appoint a weed inspector. The Municipality is required to notify the Ministry of the appointments by April 1 , 2002. (Correspondence referred to the Municipal Clerk) Roland Rutland, advising Council that the National Movement for Harmony in Canada, and its collaborative partners in the Durham Region, are organizing an event for Durham Region residents, to commemorate March 21S\ The United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The results of their endeavours is "Peace and Community Harmony - Working Towards a Global Society. This project is a six month, grass roots, race relations public education program. There are three specific goals to the project: 1. develop critical thinking, community capacity, and strategies that address barriers to establishing peace and community harmony in our communities, such as hate crime, racism, and religious intolerance; 2. develop a greater degree of community inter-connectedness; and 3. Encourage year round, sustainable, race relations programming activities that address important race relations issues. (Proclaimed) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 24 M02.GE D - 25 S08.SM - 21 - March 18, 2002 Allan Gotlieb, Chairman, Ontario Heritage Foundation, advising Council that Andrea Meszaros nomination for recognition through the Young Heritage Leaders Program has been accepted. This is the second year of the program, which is generously sponsored by the London Life Insurance Company. Young Heritage Leaders allow municipalities to recognize local youth for significant voluntary contributions to cultural, natural or built heritage preservation. The councils work in conjunction with local school boards, service clubs, youth and heritage groups to identify individuals and groups who qualify for recognition. (Forward award with a letter of congratulations) Joan Lambie, Programme Director, Schoolhouse Playcare Centres in Durham, requesting Council to review and provide exceptions for some establishments, particularly gaming and other venues where no one under the age of 18 is allowed to participate regarding the proposed smoke-free by-law. Their organization, Schoolhouse Playcare Centres of Durham raises funds through lottery schemes. The organization manages and conducts bingo events out of The Hideaway Bingo Hall in Whitby. During the past year they have raised approximately $32,293.00, which benefited the community in a variety of ways. It is Ms. Lambie's opinion that a 100% smoke- free by-law within the gaming environments will seriously deteriorate these fund raising efforts and will jeopardize the efforts of the community charitable and not-for-profit sector to deliver essential services. At least 80% of gaming patrons smoke and the loss of even half of these smokers would decrease the profits of the charitable sector substantially. For those who prefer a no smoking atmosphere, the alternative could be to have segregated smoking areas and smoke free zones. The inclusion of air quality standards in smoking areas would also substantially decrease the effects of second hand smoke for patrons and workers. This type of solution would be much easier to enforce, would help to greatly reduce the harmful effects of second hand smoke and would satisfy both smoking and non-smoking patrons and workers. (Advised of actions taken and correspondence referred to the Region of Durham) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 26 S08.SM D - 27 S08.SM - 22 - March 18, 2002 Margaret Hibbert, Co-Chair and Alyson Miller, Co-Chair, Oncology Community Liaison Council, Lakeridge Health Oshawa, advising Council that they firmly believe in the value of "no smoking" and are committed to expand the public smoking ban in their city of Oshawa as well as the Region of Durham. Their day to day experience with cancer patients and their families attests to the extensive damage and ultimate death attributed to cigarette smoking and inhalation of toxic second-hand smoke. Publicly elected officials are accurate in their perception of the gravity of this issue with its severe consequences and cost to citizens. Indeed their perception of the risks inherent in cigarette smoking mirrors the message which health personnel around the world have been trying to convey for years. It is wonderful to go into a restaurant in Toronto now and enjoy a totally smoke-free environment. (Advised of actions taken and correspondence referred to the Region of Durham) Eric Wiggans, advising Council that his concern over the lack of smoke-free bars and restaurants compels him to help find a better solution. The medical evidence is overwhelming in adults, heart disease, lung cancer, nasal sinus cancer. In children, sudden infant death syndrome, fetal growth impairment, bronchitis, and other lower respiratory tract infections, asthma exacerbation, middle ear disease, and respiratory symptoms. Second hand smoke is no less than a deadly poison infiltrating our bars and restaurants in the Durham Region. It is time for the people who have a voice to speak for those who cannot. Our children need a voice that believes that they deserve to breathe unpolluted air. It is estimated that second-hand smoke causes deaths in the thousands each year and that there is not type of ventilation that would adequately solve the problem of second hand smoke. With fewer than 25 percent of the public smoking, it is time we looked after the majority that do not. (Advised of actions taken and correspondence referred to the Region of Durham) . Council Minutes - 23 - March 18, 2002 COMMUNICATIONS D - 28 S08.SM Loretta Muto, writing to Council to enlist their support for a Durham- wide smoking ban in all public buildings, including all workplaces. Second-hand smoke is dangerous - even deadly - to our health. The world's most reputable scientists, medial organizations and government health agencies all agree on this issue. They state bluntly that second-hand smoke, also known as "environmental tobacco smoke" or "passive smoking" causes a whole slate of serious health problems. Newer studies are showing links between second-hand smoke and cervical and breast cancer, stroke, and miscarriages in adults. Children exposed to second-hand smoke are at higher risk for asthma, decreased lung function, cystic fibrosis, cognitive and behavioral problems. When it comes to occupational disease research finds that food service workers have a 50 per cent higher rate of lung cancer than the general population. So second-hand smoke is not just a serious public health concern, it is a significant occupational health hazard. In fact, as far back as 1974, the Ontario Medial Association (OMA) began warning the public about the need to protect non-smokers against the harmful by-products of smoking, and the need to "aggressively combat" environmental tobacco smoke as a major health hazard. . (Advised of actions taken and correspondence referred to the Region of Durham) D - 29 SOO.GE Rudy Vandersluis, Medical Director, Base Hospital Paramedic Program, inviting the Mayor to an information session on March 21, 2002, regarding Public Access Defibrillation (PAD) Program. Recent statistics indicate that fewer than 20 percent of victims of unwitnessed cardiac arrests will survive, whereas attacks that occur in the presence of medical personnel with access to defibrillation equipment have nearly a 65 percent survival rate. While CPR is important in providing oxygen to a cardiac arrest patient, research and experience have shown that electric defibrillation is the only method that may successfully reverse an arrest. Recently, the Ontario Power Generation Pickering Plant had a successful resuscitation involving a 54-year old man. This man was defibrillated once, in under 2 minutes after his collapse, and was regaining consciousness during ambulance transport to hospital. The Paramedics that responded to this situation took 12 minutes to reach the victims side. This gentlemen would have most likely died without the PAD Program in his work place. (Referred to staff) . . Council Minutes - 24- March 18, 2002 COMMUNICATIONS D - 30 M02.GE The Honourable Cam Jackson, Minister of Citizenship, requesting nominations for the Lincoln M. Alexander Award. Every year since 1993, the Ministry of Citizenship and the Ministry of Education have presented the Lincoln M. Alexander Award to honour two young Ontarians who have demonstrated exemplary leadership in eliminating racial discrimination. One recipient of the award is an Ontario secondary student who is expected to be admitted into a post-secondary institution for full-time studies. The other recipient is a youth, 16 to 25 years old, who is nominated by a community organization. The deadline for nominations is April 30, 2002. (Correspondence referred to the Municipal Clerk to place a notice in the local newspapers) D - 31 M02.GE Cam Jackson, Minister, Ministry of Citizenship, advising Council of the Community Action Awards for 2002. Through these awards, the Province of Ontario recognizes individuals who have endeavoured to improve the lives of persons with disabilities and make Ontario a better place. Each spring, 15 Ontarians are chosen to receive the Community Action Award. These are individuals who have made a significant contribution to their communities by promoting integration and independence; showing commitment and dedication to developing the potential of persons with disabilities and improving their quality of life; and demonstrating leadership in preventing and removing barriers that impede the full participation of persons with disabilities in our society. The deadline for returning the nomination form is April 19, 2002. (Correspondence referred to the Municipal Clerk to place a notice in the local newspapers) . D - 32 M02.GE Stephen M. Nash, Mayor, The Royal Canadian Regiment Canadian Forces Base Petawawa, requesting permission to pass through Clarington during their Heritage Hike on May 17, 2002. They are planning to approach from Port Hope along Highway 2. For most of the route they will have two soldiers running at a time with their own traffic control tying in with the Durham Regional Police and would like to stage a small parade. They intend to display a donation bucket and accept donations. They are aiming to collect $100,000 for the Regimental Museum. (Approved provided the organizers apply for and obtain a road occupancy permit) . . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 3 E05.GE - 25- March 18, 2002 Mary A. Mullan, Program Specialist/EA Project Manager, Radiation and Environmental Protection Division, Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, providing Council with a copy of the Draft Environmental Assessment Guildelines (Scope of Project & Assessment): Environmental Assessment of the Proposed Construction and Operation of the Darlington Used Fuel Dry Storage Facility, Clarington, Ontario. They are requesting written comments to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission by April 5, 2002. Resolution #C-148-02 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell WHEREAS Ontario Power Generation Inc. (OPG) is proposing to construct a Used Fuel Dry Storage Facility on the Darlington Generating Nuclear site; WHEREAS the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) has determined that in accordance with the Canadian Enviornmental Assessment Act (CEAA), a federal environmental assessment is required before OPG may be authorized to construct and operate a Used Fuel Dry Storage Facility on the site; WHEREAS the draft scoping document for the environmental assessment (EA) process for this project was received on March 4th 2002' , , WHEREAS the CNSC has had 5 months for its internal review of the document from the date of initiation of the EA on September 18th, 2001; WHEREAS the scoping document is critical to address the concerns of the residents of Clarington since it will provide the terms of reference and the "focus" on the relevant issues to be addressed in the balance of the EA process; WHEREAS the Municipality will be requesting OPG to fund the necessary consulting assistance that is required by the Municipality of Clarington to adequately review and comment on the EA including the draft scoping document; WHEREAS with the March break and the biweekly meeting schedule of Council, it is extremely difficult for the Municipality to respond by the April 5th, 2002 deadline; . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 6 F11.GE D - 8 T08.GE - 26- March 18, 2002 NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the CNSC be requested to extend the comment period on the scoping document for this project from 30 days to 60 days for the Municipality of Clarington, FORTHWITH. "CARRIED" Vince Bonazza, Darlington Soccer Club, Rep Coordinator, requesting Council to consider their late application for a municipal grant. Last year they had requested a grant from the Municipality to help them provide competitive soccer to those players in need of financial assistance. They greatly appreciated the grant given to them, and are happy to say it helped five youths play last year. Resolution #C-149-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT the Darlington Soccer Club be approved for a grant in the amount of $1500; and THAT a letter be sent to the Darlington Soccer Club reminding them of the deadline for applications to the Municipal Grant process. "CARRIED" Kaye McOustra, Chair, Clarke High School, School Council, requesting a Community Safety Zone be created between Concession 3 and Concession 4, Clarke Township. Fines for moving infractions in this zone are increased and it is felt by the OPP that some drivers do take more caution in these zones. In order to have this zone created, there are several steps that have to be completed. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 21 P01.GE - 27- March 18, 2002 Resolution #C-150-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT we, the Municipality of Clarington, place a high value on the safety of the Clarke High School and Pines Senior Public School community. The location of these schools on Highway 35/115 is on a divided 400 series highway and the Clarke High School Council has requested that a Community Safety Zone be created between Concession 3 and Concession 4 on the 35/115 Highway in the Municipality of Clarington, Ontario. We hereby support the initiative of the Clarke High School Council to create a Community Safety Zone and petition the Solicitor General to act on our resolution with expediency. "CARRIED" Brian E. Ormiston, advising Council of the following issues with the School Board and his fence located at 1594 Courtice Road South, Courtice: 1. The School Board/Contractor cut their fence left "twigs" in place to contain their livestock over a weekend; 2. Did not supply a site plan fencing, gates, nil conversation about how their livestock were to be contained and fed for the two-week period of construction. The Municipality was contacted regarding fence damage - 12' hole without any containment for the cattle. They thought that Planning or By- law might have been able to assist, that there might be some sort of requirements for the School Board/Contractor to file a site plan; 3. Construction did take two weeks, they were told to lock their livestock up, feed them elsewhere. They ended up moving some to another farm to make room. Mr. Ormiston strongly urges the Municipality to put something in place so that the citizens, including farmers, have protection against this sort of action happening again by out of control contractors. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 33 T08.GE - 28- March 18, 2002 Resolution #C-151-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item D - 21 be referred to the Director of Planning Services, the Municipal Clerk and the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee. "CARRIED" Christine Hartman, requesting Council to erect traffic lights at the corner of Nash Road and Courtice Road in Courtice and to construct a sidewalk along Nash Road to the end of the existing subdivision. There are several issues that need to be addressed with regards to these two matters: 1. The newly renovated Nash Road pavement is a grand sight, however this stretch of road has now become a freeway; 2. There is currently no sidewalk on this stretch of Nash Road, however there is extensive foot traffic coming and going from the newly renovated Faith United Church, as well as the high school students. This poses a safety issue for the pedestrians using this roadway; 3. The Northumberland District School Board has advised the parents of students at Courtice North Public School that any Jr. Kindergarten students should have to walk no further than 1 km to school. However, since there is no sidewalk or lights at the intersection of Nash and Courtice Roads, the children are forced to walk through the subdivision to the crosswalk at the Courtice Community Centre where there is a crossing guard, back up to Nash Road and across to the school for a total of 1.38 km; 4. The intersection of Nash and Courtice Road is also a traffic hazard. If a vehicle is crossing Courtice Road on Nash going eastbound, the vehicle needs to be in the middle of Courtice Road to see traffic coming south; and 5. Not only would traffic lights at this intersection be a great safety solution, it would also slow down the traffic along these roadways. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 34 M02.GE D - 35 C10.MO - 29- March 18, 2002 Resolution #C-152-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item D - 33 be referred to the Director of Engineering Services, the Clarington Traffic Management Committee and the Regional Works Department. "CARRIED" Erik Hemphill, Molson Corporate Affairs, requesting Council to help promote the 2002 Local Heroes program by displaying flyers and brochures. Now in its fifth year, the Local Heroes program assists Canadians in maintaining refurbishing or upgrading sports and recreational facilities within their neighourhoods. Community volunteers provide the work force and canvas locally for in-kind donations of materials and supplies, while Molson provides the 'top- up' funding to complete projects in communities across Canada. Typical projects in the past have included restoring hiking trails, repairing hockey facilities and upgrading baseball diamonds. Resolution #C-153-02 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item D - 34 be referred to the Corporate Services Department, the Communications and Marketing Manager and the Operations Department. "CARRIED" Barbara L. Sampson, Clerk, Town of Minto, advising Council that the Town of Minto on February 20,2002, passed the following resolution: 'WHEREAS there is an ever-growing problem with vandalism and violent behaviour being shown in our schools and public facilities by some minors, albeit a specific group of trouble making minors; AND WHEREAS the cost to curb vandalism and to physically repair and maintain our schools and public facilities are coming from the public purse; . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS - 30- March 18, 2002 AND WHEREAS the youth of our society have been given many rights of protection under the Young Offenders Act and the Child and Family Services Act, permitting a minority of our youth to use this legislation to their advantage and thereby create problems within our communities; AND WHEREAS the Court and Society as a whole have a responsibility to protect the local community, schools and public facilities from this trouble making minority within our communities; AND WHEREAS schools, local communities and law enforcement agencies must have the authority to segregate these trouble making minors; AND WHEREAS schools, local communities and law enforcement agencies strongly feel that if they were provided with the necessary tools, funds and abilities to monitor, control and deal with these individuals in a timely, cost effective and capable manner, then they would do their utmost to ensure that these activities are halted and the guilty parties dealt with. NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Minto hereby petitions the Federal and Provincial levels of Government to create and/or reinstate the necessary legal framework by providing the necessary powers and funding to permit schools, local communities and law enforcement agencies to effectively handle the ever growing vandalism and violent behaviour problems with the minority of our trouble making youth; AND FURTHER that this resolution be forwarded to the Federal, Provincial and all local upper and lower tier governments, our local MP and MPP seeking their support and input into this onerous issue." . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 36 C10.MO - 31 - March 18, 2002 Resolution #C-154-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT the resolution of the Town of Minto pertaining to violent behaviour of Youths be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington. "CARRIED" Joan L. Thomson, City Clerk, The Corporation of the City of Stratford, advising Council that the City of Stratford on February 25, 2002, passed the following resolution: 'WHEREAS the current fiscal and material responsibilities to dispose of wastes rests with Ontario's municipalities; AND WHEREAS the original intent of the Blue Box program was to work towards reducing waste and not increasing the amount of recycling materials; AN D WHEREAS the hierarchy of the 3 R's of firstly to Reduce, then to Re-use and lastly to Recycle is in recognition of the fact that the recycling of materials is done at great environmental and energy costs; AND WHEREAS only the provinces of Ontario and Manitoba do not require producers to take back part of their packaging; AND WHEREAS the Ontario crown corporation, Brewers Retail, takes back 97% of its packaging materials; AND WHEREAS any initiative to increase producer responsibilities would properly lay responsibility for the creation of packaging materials with those who produce it; AND WHEREAS simply adding more and more containers at the curb adds to the public cost of picking it up, sorting it and disposing of it; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Province of Ontario enact legislation to require producers to reduce the packaging of goods at the source of their distribution and retailers to take back packaging materials; . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 37 C10.MO - 32- March 18, 2002 AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Minister of the Environment for her consideration and copies be provided to Bert Johnson, MLA, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and every municipality in Ontario for their consideration and support." Resolution #C-155-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the resolution of The Corporation of the City of Stratford regarding disposal of waste be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington. "CARRIED" Jayne Carman, Clerk, County of Brant, advising Council that the County of Brant on February 19, 2002, passed the following resolution: "WHEREAS the protection of the environment and of potable drinking water is of primary importance; AND WHEREAS to ensure the protection of the environment and of potable drinking water compliance with legislation and regulations are necessary and desirable; AND WHEREAS the Ontario Ministry of the Environment proposes to enact certain regulations that provide for administrative penalties up to $10,000 per day for matters that are simple infractions such as failing to submit reports on time or not complying with some operating conditions; AND WHEREAS it does not appear that the Ministry has provided for any flexibility or procedural framework which would acknowledge unusual or unexpected circumstances that on a short term basis may prohibit that municipality's ability to comply with certain administrative of operational matters that are non critical and pose no risk to the health and safety of the community; AND WHEREAS consideration needs to be given to the fact that many municipalities will have numerous water systems operating at the same time; . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 38 F11.GE - 33 - March 18, 2002 AND WHEREAS the proposed legislation will result in the need for many municipalities to maintain excessive staff complements in order to meet administrative deadlines in the event of regular staff dealing with unforeseen circumstances or emergencies to our system; AND WHEREAS the public's ability to pay must be given due consideration; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that the Ontario Ministry of the Environment be requested to reconsider that unusual circumstances will occur and that a framework be provided which allows for the extension of deadlines, operating conditions, etc. without fear of monetary penalties when these mailers are of a non critical nature and pose no risk to the health and safety of the community; THAT a framework that promotes a partnership with municipalities in which the Ministry and the municipality work together on a cooperative basis for the benefit of the citizens of Ontario be developed and implemented; AND THAT this resolution be forwarded to municipalities province-wide and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for endorsement." Resolution #C-156-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT Correspondence from the County of Brant regarding the Ministry of the Environment and extension of deadlines be received for information. "CARRIED" Dr. Gillian Gilchrist, President of the Board and Cheryl MacLeod, Executive Director, Hospice Durham, asking Council for financial support to ensure that the valuable services of Hospice Durham are not withdrawn for lack of funding. They are appealing to the Ministry of Health to cover their basic operating costs related to salaries, accommodation, and basic operational expenses. They are receiving more referrals all the time, serving more clients with more volunteers providing direct services. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 39 C10.MO - 34- March 18, 2002 This is reflective of the high population growth in Durham Region and a greater awareness of the Hospice Services. Recruitment, training, supporting, and supervising of volunteers continues to be done by a small group of part time staff who are paid for fewer hours than they actually work. The Ministry of Health provides just over 20% of their annual budget which leaves the ongoing viability and future of the agency in jeopardy. They need the assurance of Ministry funding at a realistic level to provide stability to move forward. As the sole provider of non-medical palliative and bereavement support in this community, their clients need Clarington's support. Resolution #C-157-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT Correspondence Item D - 38 be referred to the Community Services Department to determine the eligibility for a grant for Hospice Services. "CARRIED" Sheila Birrell, Town Clerk, Town of Markham, advising Council that the Town of Markham on February 26,2002, passed the following resolution: 'WHEREAS speeding on Local Roads, with a speed limit of 50 kph or less, presents a danger to residents; AND WHEREAS such speeding conflicts with and frustrates a resident's quiet enjoyment of his property; AND WHEREAS current fines for such speeding violations are insufficient to discourage this practice; AND WHEREAS a margin of 16kph, typically allowed before enforcement, is excessive for such Local Roads; AND WHEREAS the enforcement of such limits is considered a low priority by enforcement authorities, and is the first to suffer the effects of budget constraints and/or growth in workload; AND WHEREAS such enforcement more closely fits the role and skills of a municipal by-law enforcement officer; . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS - 35 - March 18, 2002 AND WHEREAS, it is considered by residents to be the responsibility of the local municipality to resolve such community problems; BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED: THAT the Province of Ontario be requested: To double fines for speeding on Local Roads; To encourage a reduction in the margin for enforcement of speed limits on local roads to 20% of the signed limited, or 10 kph if percentage is inappropriate; To amend the Highway Traffic Act to give the Region of York authority to delegate responsibility for enforcement on Local Roads to a local municipality which choose this option, for speed limits, and for stop sign and signal light violations; To amend the Provincial Offences Act to include speeding and stop signs in the list of infractions which can be enforced by By-law enforcement officers within municipalities which have assumed this responsibility; AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Region of York, to the York Region Police Commission, Regional M.P.P.'s, York Region municipalities, and the other G.TA municipalities; AND THAT A.M.O. be requested to include this resolution as a resolution at their 2002 conference." Resolution #C-158-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence from the Town of Markham pertaining to a resolution regarding speed limits, fines and the Highway Traffic Act be received for information. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes REPORTS Report #1 G.PA Report March 4, 2002 - 36- March 18, 2002 Resolution #C-159-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT the actions taken by the General Purpose and Administration Committee on March 4, 2002, be approved with the exception of Item #13. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-160-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Report COD-013-02 be received; THAT the Municipality of Clarington revise the corporate advertising policy to include broadcast media - specifically television and radio - in addition to print; THAT the proposal from Metroland (Canadian Statesman) be approved as the primary print media to carry the Municipality's local advertising and information promotions; THAT the proposal submitted by CHEX TV Durham be approved; THAT the mix of print and broadcast media to be implemented for the balance of 2002 be approved; THAT the Corporate Services Department - Communications & Tourism 2002 corporate advertising budget be adjusted by $15,000 to total $150,000 to provide for the total corporate advertisement, including the enhanced municipal advertisement requirements; THAT Section 5, Paragraph 5.06, of the Purchasing By-law 94-129 be waived; and THAT the new Corporate Advertising/Promotion plan be effective April 1 , 2002, and be reviewed annually during the budget process. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes - 37- March 18, 2002 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Resolution #C-161-02 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the two confidential verbal reports be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered during a "closed" session of Council. "CARRIED" Proposed Street Resolution #C-162-02 Name Change BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Report PSD-011-02 be lifted from the table; and THAT Addendum to Report PSD-011-02 be received; THAT the application to change the street name of George Manners Street to Yates Road be denied; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-011-02 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-163-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2002-031 to 2002-034, inclusive, and that the said by-laws be now read a first and second time: 2002-031 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Dillon Construction Limited, Toronto, Ontario, to enter into an agreement for preparation of a Fire Master Plan Consulting Services 2002-032 being a by-law to amend the procedural by-law to Council by adopting the schedule of meetings for the term of Council and to amend By-law 2002-203 . . . Council Minutes March 18, 2002 - 38- BY-LAWS 2002-033 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Lou D. Casha of Bowmanville, Ontario, to enter into an agreement for the sale of 2495 Morgans Road, Newcastle, Ontario 2002-034 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Bruce Rondeau of Hampton, Ontario, to enter into an agreement for the sale of 6210 Solina Road, Solina, Ontario "CARRIED" Resolution #C-164-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2002-031 to 2002-034, inclusive, be approved. "CARRIED" OTHER BUSINESS Regional Update Councillor Schell advised Council on behalf of Councillor Trim that eight Clarington Restaurants have won the Eat Smart Award for safe handling of food. Mayor Mutton advised Council that on March 20 and 21,2002, he will be in Regional Budget meetings all day. He also advised that the election of the Regional Chair at large has been referred to a Committee to look into the Chair's role and responsibilities. Mayor Mutton is a member of this Committee. Boards and Committees Update Councillor Robinson informed Council that on Saturday, March 16th he attended the Newcastle Arena Board fund raising event and thanked both Mr. Horvath for the music and the Municipality for providing the great door prizes. Councillor Robinson also advised Council that the Newtonville Hall Association will be holding a Yuk Yuks fundraising event on April 6, 2002. Councillor Robinson also advised that the Newtonville Hall Association sent a letter of thanks to the Municipality for their municipal grant. . . . Council Minutes OTHER BUSINESS - 39- March 18, 2002 Councillor Rowe noted that the Courtice Area Ratepayers Association will be having a meeting on March 27th with the Chief of Police, Kevin McAlpine being their guest speaker. Councillor Rowe also added that the Friends of Second March will be holding their Annual Awards Ceremony on April 4, 2002. Councillor Schell stated that the Hampton Community Association will be holding their annual yard sale on June 1, 2002. Mayor Mutton advised that he attended the Bowmanville Museum Board meeting and commended the Committee on a well run meeting. Resolution #C-165-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the meeting be "closed" to consider the two confidential verbal reports pertaining to a property matter and a legal matter. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-166-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT the actions taking during the "closed" session of Council be ratified. "CARRIED" CONFIRMING BY-LAW Resolution #C-167 -02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2002-035 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at this meeting held on the 18th day of March 2002, and that the said by-law be now read a first and second time. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes CONFIRMING BY-LAW Resolution #C-168-02 March 18, 2002 - 40- Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2002-035 be approved. "CARRIED" ADJOURNMENT Resolution #C-169-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:30 p.m. "CARRIED"