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ROLL CALL
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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
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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.
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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.
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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Shan Jain has withdrawn their application.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.
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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.
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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)
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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.
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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
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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;
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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)
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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)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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)
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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.
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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:
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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.
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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)
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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;
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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."
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Director of Operations)
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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.
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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.
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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)
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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;
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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
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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.
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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)
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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
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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.
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correspondence referred to the Region
of Durham)
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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.
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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'
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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;
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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;
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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."
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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;
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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;
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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.
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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;
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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"
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Report #1
G.PA Report
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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"
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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
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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.
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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"
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Resolution #C-168-02
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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"