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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/13/2002 .. . . . . Council Minutes PRAYER ROLL CALL Present Were: Absent: Also Present: MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON May 13, 2002 Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on May 13, 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. Schell Councillor C. Trim Councillor J. Rowe (on vacation) Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella (attended until 7:37 p.m.) Director of Community Services, J. Caruana (attended until 7:37 p.m.) Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief, M. Creighton Director of Planning Services, D. Crome (attended until 7:37 p.m.) Solicitor, D. Hefferon Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano Director of FinancelTreasurer, N. Taylor Confidential Secretary to the Clerk, H. Keyzers (attended until 7:37 p.m.) Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST MINUTES There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated for this meeting. Resolution #C-275-02 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on April 29, 2002, be approved. "CARRIED" . . . . Council Minutes ANNOUNCEMENTS DELEGATIONS -2- May 13, 2002 Mayor Mutton advised Council that he took part in an excellent Citizenship Ceremony held at St. Joseph's School. He also advised that the Courtice Secondary School and the Ontario Power Generation won the National Education Award. On Friday, May 10, 2002, the Chief Administrative Officer and the Mayor travelled to Ottawa along with the Mayor of Pickering and the Mayor of Kincardine to meet with the Minister of Energy and Nature Resources regarding Bill C-27 and Iter. The Minister will put forward recommendations pertaining to Bill C-27 and he will order further consultation if municipalities are not given enough voice. He will continue to raise the Iter project at the highest level. Angela McLellan, 247 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville, L 1 C 2M6, appeared before Council along with Mary Lewis on behalf of the Ontario Health Coalition. Public Medicare was established more than 30 years ago, as the vision of a health system that would provide quality health services for all was widely supported by the majority of people. All those who lived before Medicare will never forget what it means. Millions of Canadians were denied health care services they needed because they could not afford them. It is no exaggeration to say that public Medicare has saved millions of lives and has enabled millions more to reach our human potential. Canadians recognize that Public Medicare symbolizes the best in our society. It is a system based on values of compassion, equity and justice. For generations, Canadian Medicare and the values upon which it is based has been a source of pride for Canadians and an inspiration to other countries. Ms. McLellan is requesting that Council pass a resolution ensuring that the principals of the Canada Health Act are maintained. Resolution #C-276-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT the meeting be "closed" in order to hear the delegation of AI Harris regarding a personnel issue. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS I - 1 C10.MO - 3 - May 13, 2002 Correspondence Item 1- 25 was distributed as a handout. Resolution #C-277-02 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the communications to be received for information be approved with the exception of Items 1-14 and 1- 16. "CARRIED" P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that the Region of Durham on April 17, 2002, passed the following resolution: "a) THAT the Council of the Regional Municipality of Durham: i) supports and values Hospice Durham's programs and services and their importance in the continuum of health care in Durham Region; ii) recognizes and appreciates the contributions of the many volunteers who assist in the delivery of Hospice Durham's programs and services; and iii) urges the Govemment of Ontario to provide Hospice Durham with stable and ongoing funding that adequately covers the core costs associated with it meeting the needs of Durham Region residents; and b) THAT the Premier of Ontario, Minister of Health and Long- Term Care, Durham Region's M.P.P.'s and area municipalities and Hospice Durham, be so advised; and c) THAT the Health & Social Services Committee and staff be requested to analyze the budget of Hospice Durham, regulations related to its funding, and any opportunities for potential support within the responsibility of the Regional Municipality of Durham and report back to Council." (Received for Information) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-2 C10.MO 1-3 E08.GE 1-4 C06.GA 1-5 C06.CE -4- May 13, 2002 B. Taylor, City Clerk, City of Pickering, advising Council that the City of Pickering on April 15, 2002, passed the following resolution: "1. THAT City Council receive for information, Report to Council MO 01-02 concerning the Canadian Association of Nuclear Host Communities; and 2. THAT City Council endorse Pickering's membership in the Canadian Association of Nuclear Host Communities, as a Class A voting member, generally as described in the final draft documents submitted by the Municipality of Kincardine and attached as Attachment NO.1 to Report to Council MO 01-02; and that the appropriate City officials be authorized to finalize and execute these documents. 3. THAT Mayor Arthurs be appointed as the City's representative on the Board of Directors of the Canadian Association of Nuclear Host Communities, and that Councillor Holland be appointed as the City's alternative representative, for a term to coincide with the current term of Council. 4. THAT a copy of Report to Counci.l MO 01-02 be forwarded to the Municipality of Kincardine, the Municipality of Clarington, the Town of Deep River, Gentilly District (Becancour, PQ), and Point Lepreau (Muscuach Parish, NB)." (Received for Information) Scott Bolton, Operations Technician, Region of Durham, advising Council that a survey of approximately 320 km of watermain is to be conducted in areas of Oshawa/NewcastlelOrono/Cannington/Port Perry and Uxbridge. The survey will start in the spring of 2002 and should be completed by August 31, 2002. As part of their water system quality standards, watermains are to be surveyed for leaks every five years. (Received for Information) Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated April 18, 2002. (Received for Information) Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated April 16, 2002. (Received for Information) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1- 6 C10.MO -5- May 13, 2002 Robert C. Prowse, Town Clerk, Town of Richmond Hill, advising Council that the Town of Richmond Hill on April 22, 2002, passed the following resolution: "THAT Richmond Hill Town Council amend and endorse the council resolution from the City of Vaughan adopted on March 18,2002, regarding the Potential Privatization of Hydro Corridors - Hydro One Initial Public Offering, to read as follows: WHEREAS the hydro transmission corridors in the Greater Toronto Area represent an important public resource which was acquired on behalf of the taxpayers/ratepayers of Ontario for the betterment of the province; AND WHEREAS the use of the corridor lands, for such public purposes as rapid transit and transportation, environmental management, recreational uses and other services and utilities, has the potential to play an increasingly important role in supporting economic growth, improving environmental health and in enhancing the quality of life for the residents of a rapidly growing GT A; AND WHEREAS the loss of this resource to the broader public sector, through the privatization of Hydro One, would further constrain municipalities and other public agencies in their ability to provide essential services in a timely and economical manner. NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF RICHMOND HILL HEREBY RESOLVES: THAT the Province of Ontario is hereby requested to maintain the hydro corridors in public ownership and that these lands be made available for public use, at nominal cost, by municipalities and other public agencies; THAT before determining the proper use of the corridor lands, appropriate studies be completed to address health and safety issues; . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-7 E05.GE -6- May 13, 2002 AND THAT should the Province choose to include the corridors as an asset to be included as part of the Hydro One privatization, it is requested that terms and conditions be included in the transfer of the lands, which will ensure that the following principles will be adhered to: 1. Existing public uses are recognized and made permanent with no additional compensation required; 2. The corridor lands will remain available for future public uses at nominal cost to municipalities and other public agencies; 3. That no reasonable public use shall be denied; AND THAT municipalities and other potentially affected public agencies be consulted prior to the privatization of the hydro corridors and that they be allowed to provide input on any detailed terms and conditions which may be attached to the transfer of such lands. THAT this resolution be forwarded to the following individuals, municipalities and agencies for their endorsement: . The Premier of Ontario; . Members of the Provincial Cabinet; . The Leader of the Opposition; . The Leader of the New Democratic Party; . Members of the Legislature for the Greater Toronto Area; . The Region of York; . The Municipalities of the Greater Toronto Area; . The Toronto Transit Commission; . GO Transit; . Toronto Region Conservation Authority (Received for Information) Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC), advising Council that the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission will hold a one-day public hearing on the establishment of Environmental Assessment Guidelines (EA Guidelines) for the construction of the Darlington Used Fuel Dry Storage Facility located in Clarington, Ontario. The one-day hearing will be held on June 27, 2002. (Received for Information) . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1- 8 SOO.GE 1-9 C10.MO - 7- May 13, 2002 Tracey Sayer, Mediator, Mediation Co-ordinator, Durham Family Mediation & Information Service, providing Council with a copy of their newsletter "The Mediator". Durham Family Mediation & Information Service (DFM&IS) is a family mediation service connected with the Unified Family Court in Oshawa. They are funded by the Ministry of the Attorney General as part of several Unified Family Court initiatives across Ontario. Their purpose is to provide separating and divorcing families an alternative to the court process. Separating couples would come voluntarily to mediation to resolve issues around custody, access, child support, spousal support, and property equalization. (Received for Information) Emil Kolb, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer, the Regional Municipality of Peel, advising Council that the Regional Municipality of Peel on April 18, 2002, passed the following resolution: 'WHEREAS the hydro transmission corridors in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) represent an important public resource which was acquired on behalf of the taxpayers of Ontario for the betterment of the province; AND WHEREAS the use of the corridor lands, for such public purposes as rapid transit and transportation, environmental management, recreational uses and other services and utilities, has the potential to play an increasingly important role in supporting economic growth, improving environmental health and in enhancing the quality of life for the residents of a rapidly growing GT A; AND WHEREAS the loss of this resource to the broader public sector, through the privatization of Hydro One, would further constrain municipalities and other public agencies in their ability to provide essential services in a timely and economical manner; THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Province of Ontario is hereby requested to maintain the hydro corridors in public ownership and that these lands be made available for public use, at nominal cost, by municipalities and other public agencies; . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1- 10 F11.GE I - 11 F22.TA -8- May 13, 2002 AND FURTHER, that should the Province choose to include the corridors as an asset to be included as part of the Hydro One privatization, it is requested that terms and conditions be included in the transfer of the lands, which will ensure that the following principles will be adhered to: Existing public uses are recognized and made permanent with no additional compensation required; . The corridor lands will remain available for future public uses at nominal cost to municipalities and other public agencies; . That no reasonable public use shall be denied; AND FURTHER, that municipalities and other potentially affected public agencies be consulted prior to the privatization of Hydro One and that they be allowed to provide input on any detailed terms and conditions which may be attached to the transfer of such lands; AND FURTHER, that this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Minister of Transportation, the Minister of Environment and Energy, the Minister of Finance, the Chair of the Regional Chairs and Single Tier Mayors of Ontario, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) Municipalities." (Received for Information) Ganaraska Wolves Volleyball Club, thanking Council for the grant of $500.00. The club will continue to organize fund raising activities and host tournaments in our local school gyms to help offset the expense. (Received for Information) Peter Hume, Chairman, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, providing Council with the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation's Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2001. (Received for Information) . Council Minutes - 9- May 13, 2002 COMMUNICATIONS 1-12 E05.GE Jennifer Utter, Wildlife Biologist, Central Lake Ontario Conservation, providing Council with a copy of their newsletter entitled "Durham Region Coastal Wetland Monitoring Project." This project was initiated to integrate current coastal wetland monitoring activities across the Region, and to collect additional data in order to establish health trends among the wetlands. The project is in its final design stage, and the baseline data collection will begin in late spring of 2002. (Received for Information) 1-13 M02.GE Norm Steeper, President, Ontario Senior Games Association, providing Council with a copy of the Bid Guidelines for the Ontario Senior Games - Actifest 2004. The Ontario Senior Games - Actifest are a provincial multi-event games for seniors 55 years of age and older. Actifest is held every two years and traditionally takes place in August. The Ontario Senior Games - Actifest are designed to strengthen the participation of active, healthy seniors, promote the benefits of participation to local communities, build partnerships and provide the opportunity for Ontarians to learn more about themselves. Municipalities interested in submitting a bid to host these Games must submit a letter of intent by May 27,2002. (Received for Information) . 1- 15 M02.GE Ron Wilson, Relay For Life Chair, Canadian Cancer Society, advising Council of the Canadian Cancer Society's Relay For Life. This is a non-competitive overnight relay that will take place at the Oshawa Civic Fields. The event will begin at 7:00 p.m. on May 31 and end at 7:00 a.m. on June 1,2002. Teams consist of 10-12 family members, friends or co-workers who will take turns walking, running or strolling around the track. Relay For Life is about a community that takes up the fight against cancer. Last year Relay For Life debuted in Durham Region raising $144,000 for cancer research and support services for people living with cancer. An important part of Relay For Life is the Luminary Ceremony. Luminaries are candles that are purchased to remember loved ones who have battled cancer. The luminaries are placed around the relay track. As night falls, the candles are lit in a moving ceremony providing light and inspiration as participants walk through the night. Mr. Wilson is requesting a photo opportunity with the Mayor at the Royal Bank for the week of May 12, 2002, to launch the sale of their luminaries in the community. (Received for Information) . . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS 1-17 C06.CL 1- 18 305.GE 1-19 A01.FE 1-20 A01.GE - 10- May 13, 2002 Minutes of the Clarington Public Library dated March 27, 2002. (Received for Information) Ontario Power Generation Nuclear Report Card for all sites for the month of March 2002. (Received for Information) Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), advising Council that the Federation of Canadian Municipalities is encouraged by the findings and recommendations in the Interim Report of the Prime Minister's Caucus Task Force on Urban Issues. FCM has been collaborating on the development of a national rural strategy, and is offering its full cooperation to the federal government to help implement the kinds of recommendations and programs proposed by the Task Force. The Interim Report, entitled "Canada's Urban Strategy: A Vision for the 21st Century", recognizes urban municipalities as being key to Canada's economic and social well being. (Received for Information) Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, advising Council that on April 17, 2002, the Region of Durham passed a motion to support the 2002 budgets of the five Conservation Authorities within Durham Region to the amount of $3,845,564. In keeping with the philosophy that environmental protection is the number one priority for Conservation Authorities, projects in the 2002 Authorities' budgets include: . . . . . . Ongoing development of a groundwater management strategy for Durham Region and monitoring of groundwater resources Establishing a project to monitor the health of Durham's coastal wetlands Identification and mapping of the Region's natural heritage and natural hazard features Six watershed management plans to protect and enhance the health of the Region's creeks and streams Three aquatic resource management plans to protect fisheries in Durham Improvements to Authority flood forecasting and warning systems (Received for Information) Council Minutes . COMMUNICATIONS 1-21 A01.FE . 1-22 D02.0A . -11- May 13, 2002 Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), advising Council that the Federation of Canadian Municipalities has an important opportunity at its Annual Conference to influence the national debate on ratification of the Kyoto Protocol and to propose solutions that meets the following principles: . No region of the country bears an unreasonable cost related to reducing greenhouse gas emissions; Greenhouse gas emissions related to producing oil and gas and electricity be allocated to consuming jurisdictions and sectors, rather than producing jurisdictions; Sinks in the forest and agriculture sectors, particularly Western Canada, are pursued as part of a national strategy to diversify rural economies through development of a bio- economy; Investment in research and development, pilots and commercialization of technologies and processes that remove carbon dioxide from waste streams (i.e., coal gasification, injection into reservoirs); and that Canada's action plan to meet the Kyoto target maximize improvements in productivity and competitiveness. (Received for Information) . . . . Edward R. Sajecki, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, advising Council that the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan has been finalized and was filed as a Minister's regulation (0. Reg. 140102) on April 22, 2002. This ecologically based land use plan, which protects natural and water features on the Moraine, preserves agricultural land, and limits development to approved settlement areas, is now in effect. Mr. Sajecki has provided Council with the following materials related to this announcement: 1. 2. 3. Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan Document News Release of April 22, 2002 Backgrounders on: . refinements to clarify the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan; . the vital corridor protected by Richmond Hill agreement; . the proposed Oak Ridges Moraine Plan; and . protecting water resources and natural features; Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan Land Use Designation Map; 4. . Council Minutes - 12- May 13, 2002 COMMUNICATIONS 5. Ontario Regulation 01/02; and 6. Ontario Regulation 141/02. (Received for Information) 1-23 C10.MO City Clerk, City of Toronto, providing Council with a copy of Clause NO.1 contained in Report NO.6 of The Policy and Finance Committee, headed "Implications of the Sale of Hydro One for the City of Toronto", which was adopted, as amended, by the Council of the City of Toronto at its meeting held on April 16, 17 and 18, 2002. (Received for Information) 1-24 M06.GE Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), advising Council that AMO has responded to the Provincial Government's consultation on the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) Report on autonomy and governance. It is anticipated that the government may introduce legislation during this Spring Session, so the plan can be devolved by January 1, 2003. AMO will continue to raise municipal concerns regarding the devolution with OMERS stakeholders and the provincial government. (Received for Information) . 1-25 Sandy Archibald, Owner, Archibald Orchards & Estate Winery Ltd., inviting Council to their 3rd Annual Fruit Wine & Food Festival on Saturday, May 25, 2002. Ten Ontario Wineries will match their wines with delectable cuisine created by local chefs. Seminars, tours and easy listening jazz music compliment the day. Over 800 people were on hand last year to experience at taste of Clarington's hospitability. Ms. Archibald is thanking the Municipality of Clarington for their continued support of this significant community event. All proceeds raised are to be used to support the valuable programs and services provided by the Big Brothers/Sisters of Clarington organization. (Received for Information) 1- 14 P03.NU Marc Leblanc, Commission Secretary, Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC), notifying Council of the Commission meeting on Nuclear Emergency Preparedness and Response. At the request of the Commission, CNSC staff has prepared a three-part action plan to examine and to inform the Commission of nuclear emergency preparedness and response in Canada. The first phase of this initiative will include presentations to the Commission at a public meeting to be held on May 23, 2002. . . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS I - 16 C06.CL - 13 - May 13, 2002 Presentations by staff of Health Canada, the Office of Critical Protection and Emergency Preparedness, and the CNSC will consist of an overview of emergency preparedness and response in Canada with emphasis on perspectives of these federal authorities. The presentations will also describe proposed future steps for engaging other levels of government and stakeholders for subsequent discussions. Resolution #C-278-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Item I - 14 be referred to the Director of Emergency Services. "CARRIED" Ed Vanhaverbeke, Clarington Board of Trade, providing Council with a copy of the Letter of Understanding between the Clarington Board of Trade and the Municipality of Clarington passed by the Board on April 17, 2002. They are currently in the process of recruiting and hiring a new Economic Development Officer. Resolution #C-279-02 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Item I - 16 be received for information. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-280-02 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda, with the exception of Items D - 1, D - 5, D - 7 and D - 8 to D - 12, inclusive. "CARRIED" . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-2 M04.GE . D-3 F11.GE D-4 M02.GE . - 14- May 13, 2002 Ed and Lorna Thompson, writing to Council with concerns regarding the property at Lot 35, Concession 4, Darlington. In the past the water off the east hill was diverted to run south 200 - 300 metres and then flow across their property which in turn caused flooding and erosion to their croplands. They believe this was done by Township engineers to relieve the water flow from the bridge because the bridge could not handle the amount of water based on the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority's recommendations. The proposal now is to divert the water from a pond in a subdivision in the City of Oshawa into a storm sewer and run it into the Municipality of Clarington approximately 200 metres into the creek that runs through their agricultural land. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson's concerns are as follows: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. will the bridge handle the added water; they were not informed in any way that this was proposed; flooding; erosion; contaminated water; how this will affect livestock; and the value of the land will decrease. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Engineering) Shirley Burnett, Program Manager, Durham Region Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Care Centre, advising Council of her concerns regarding the lack of funding for Hospice Durham. Hospice Durham offers much needed services in our region and it would be a great loss to see their services put in jeopardy due to inadequate funding. It seems to Ms. Burnett that our government needs to support services that assist people in staying in their homes and their communities instead of having to go to hospitals and/or other institutions. (Advised of actions taken with respect to Report CSD-08-02) Lori Armour, Heart and Stoke Foundation of Ontario, requesting permission to host the Big Bike For Stroke in Bowmanville on Saturday, May 25, 2002. The Big Bike is a 30-person bike that teams ride after raising pledges. They will only be using one lane of traffic off and on throughout the day and it is not a full lane closure but a slowing of traffic. There will also be a police escort for each of the rides. The route will be different this year as they have changed their "host" location to Kelsey's restaurant. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-6 C12.CL D - 1 M02.GE D-5 M06.GE - 15- May 13, 2002 The times for the event will be approximately 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with the centralized location being Kelsey's. (Approved provided the organizers apply for and obtain a road occupancy permit) Mark Wheatley, informing Council of his resignation from the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee. Due to his work schedule he is unable to attend many of the meetings. Mr. Wheatley enjoyed his involvement in the Committee and wishes Council continued success. (Thanked Mr. Wheatley for his participation and correspondence referred to the Clerk) Marie McCarron, St. Stephen's Secondary School, requesting permission to hold a Terry Fox Run on Friday, September 27,2002. The event would begin at approximately 9:00 a.m., with staff and students proceeding north on Middle Road in a staggered fashion. They would walk 5 km north to just before Taunton Road, turn around and retrace their path heading south on Middle Road to St. Stephen's School. They anticipate that everyone would be back to the school by 12:00 noon for a barbecue and spirit activities. Resolution #C-281-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item D - 1 be referred to staff. "CARRIED" Association of Municipalities of Ontario, advising Council that Studio 2, TVOntario's nightly current affairs program is holding a contest to determine which Ontario community has the best main street. Every town is in the running, no matter how big or small. Tell TVO in 250 words, and four to five pictures, what makes your main street the best in the Province. What makes it an attractive place to visit or do business? What history, landmarks, and local characteristics make it stand out? What does it say about your community? If it's undergone revitalization, what has the makeover done to improve your main street and make it reflect the community your town has become? The deadline for entries is May 15, 2002. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D -7 C10.MO - 16- May 13, 2002 Resolution #C-282-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item D - 5 be referred to the Business Improvement Areas and the Communications and Tourism Division. "CARRIED" Sandra Jack, Acting Mayor, City of Kawartha Lakes, advising the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, that the City of Kawartha Lakes passed the following resolution: "WHEREAS agriculture is a major contributor to the economy of the City of Kawartha Lakes, providing greater than 80 million dollars in farm gate sales annually; and WHEREAS a majority of the 1750 farms located within the City of Kawartha Lakes are family owned and operated; and WHEREAS City of Kawartha Lakes' farmers support their provincial agriculture commodity organizations in lobbying for a "Made in Ontario Safety Net Program"; and WHEREAS the Council of the City of Kawartha Lakes wishes to acknowledge the efforts of the city's agricultural sector in lobbying both the provincial and federal governments for the implementation of a Made in Ontario Safety Net Program and a successful resolution to the severe financial conditions plaguing all Ontario farmers that will allow Ontario farmers the opportunity to be competitive with producers in other jurisdictions; RESOLVED THAT the letter circulated at the April 9, 2002, Council meeting requesting serious consideration for the implementation of a long-term safety new program, as well as a copy of this resolution, be immediately forwarded to both the provincial and federal ministries of agriculture and to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for circulation to all municipalities on behalf of the Council of the City of Kawartha Lakes and under signature of the Mayor." . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-8 F11.GE D-9 M04.GE D - 10 M02.GE - 17- May 13, 2002 Resolution #C-283-02 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the resolution of the City of Kawartha Lakes regarding the "Made in Ontario Safety Net Program" be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington. "CARRIED" Karen Mayson, Executive Director, Bethesda House, requesting Council to consider Bethesda House for a grant for their new shelter. Since becoming funded by the Ministry of Community and Social Services in December of 2001, it has been stipulated that they relocate the Bethesda House shelter by September of 2002. The Ministry has committed $400,000 towards the purchase of a new building. Resolution #C-284-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur THAT a grant in the amount of $500.00 be awarded to the Bethesda House. "CARRIED" Walter Frank, Associate Broker, Frank Real Estate, requesting Council to have a 'Welcome to Bowmanville" sign erected at the TSC Stores site located on Baseline Road in Bowmanville. Oshawa and Whitby have been doing this for years. Resolution #C-285-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT Correspondence Item D - 9 be referred to staff. "CARRIED" Janet Cringle, Great Canadian Town Band Festival Committee, requesting that Council designate the military-style tattoo being held on June 14,2002, at the Orono Fairgrounds a community festival for the purpose of obtaining a licence from the Liquor Licencing Board of Ontario. . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 11 C10.MO - 18 - May 13, 2002 Resolution #C-286-02 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the Great Canadian Town Band Festival scheduled for June 14,2002, from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight at the Orono Fairgrounds (building opposite the main arena and a designated outdoor seating area closer to the track) to celebrate the military- style tattoo be designated a community cultural festival by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington provided that a policy of liability insurance for a minimum of $2 million including liquor liability is obtained, listing the Municipality as an additional insured, in an amount and subject to conditions satisfactory to the Director of Finance; and THAT Janet Cringle be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Donald G. McKay, Director of Corporate Services, the Corporation of the Town of Whitby, advising Council that the Town of Whitby on April 22, 2002, passed the following resolution: 'WHEREAS the Province of Ontario has implemented education reforms which eliminate Grade 13 to create a K-12 system; and WHEREAS this results in a "double cohort" of graduates in 2003; and WHEREAS Ontario colleges and universities do not have the apparent capacity to double enrolment without immediate and substantial support from the Provincial government; and WHEREAS the public has received no assurance that all the necessary Provincial support will be forthcoming; and WHEREAS it is imperative that the "double cohort" of Ontario students receive access to university and college which is equal to that available to current graduates; THEREFORE the Council of the Corporate of the Town of Whitby requests as follows: . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D - 12 C10.MO - 19- May 13, 2002 1. THAT the Province of Ontario and Minister of Education give immediate public assurance that all 2003 graduates meeting 2002 admission entrance standards will be guaranteed entrance into Ontario universities and colleges; 2. THAT "double cohort" Ontario students meeting minimum entrance requirements be given priority for admission to Ontario universities and colleges over non-Ontario applicants; 3. THAT the Province require all Ontario universities and colleges to report forthwith on capacity for 2003 and on projected enrolment demands and that the Province disclose the results, together with its solutions for any space deficiencies prior to September 1, 2002; and 4. THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities, the Minister of Education, the Honourable Jim Flaherty, MPP and Ontario Municipalities with a population over 50,000." Resolution #C-287-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item D - 11 be received for information. "CARRIED" Karen Landry, Town Clerk, Town of Halton Hills, advising Council that the Town of Halton Hills on March 25, 2002, passed the following resolution: "WHEREAS, Municipalities throughout Ontario have grappled with smoking by-laws for restaurants, bars and other public places; AND WHEREAS any municipalities have implemented smoking by-laws; AND WHEREAS this is an issue of workplace health; . . . Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS - 20- May 13, 2002 AND WHEREAS these by-laws are not consistent across the Province; AND WHEREAS, smoking by-laws have become a divisive issue between bars, restaurants and municipalities; AND WHEREAS different smoking by-law restrictions between municipalities create unfair competition; AND WHEREAS bar and restaurant owners have repeatedly stated that they want the rules to be consistent across the Province; AND WHEREAS the Province of Ontario receives a large amount of revenue from the taxation of cigarettes across the Province; IT IS NOW HEREBY RESOLVED, that the Town of Halton Hills request the Province of Ontario to develop uniform smoking regulations for all public places including bars and restaurants to ensure a "level playing field" and fair competition throughout Ontario; AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Region of Halton, City of Burlington, Town of Milton, Town of Oakville, Premier of Ontario, Opposition Leaders in the Ontario Legislature, the M.P.P. representing Halton, and all other municipalities; AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to the President of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for discussion and recommendation at the annual AMO conference in August 2002." Resolution #C-288-02 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the resolution of the Town of Halton Hills regarding smoking by-laws be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes REPORTS Report #1 G.PA Report May 6,2002 Report #2 Orono United Church Report #3 Realignment Of Access to Bowmanville Creek - 21 - May 13, 2002 Resolution #C-289-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the actions taken by the General Purpose and Administration Committee on May 6,2002, be approved. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-290-02 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the execution and delivery of a Transfer for a nominal consideration, containing terms consistent with section 2.0 of Report SOL-002-02 of Lots 1 and 2, East of Church Street, Block "M", C.G. Hannings Plan to the Orono Congregation of the United Church be approved; and THAT Council pass a by-law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Transfer on behalf of the Municipality. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-291-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Report EGD-25-02 be received; THAT Staff be authorized to proceed with obtaining all necessary approvals required to realign the access road from Roenigk Drive to the Bowmanville Creek valley parking lot and the associated erosion protection work required to stabilize the west bank of the Bowmanville Creek; THAT the total estimated cost of $102,000.00 be approved and the funds be obtained from Engineering Account No. 7205-02009-0261; THAT the requirements of Purchasing By-law No. 94-129 be waived for the purpose of Phase 1 of this project; . . . Council Minutes REPORTS - 22- May 13, 2002 THAT Ron Robinson Limited, Bowmanville, Ontario, be awarded part of Phase 1 work at a cost of $24,917.00 (exclusive of G.S.T.), and that payment for the work be made as extra work to Contract CL2002-3 (an existing contract between the Municipality and Ron Robinson Ltd.); and THAT the remaining work be completed by Municipal forces where possible or be tendered in accordance with the Municipality's Purchasing By-law. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-292-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the Confidential Verbal Report of the Director of Finance and the Solicitor regarding a legal matter be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered during a "closed" session. "CARRIED" UNFINISHED BUSINESS Resolution #C-293-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Ping Ie WHEREAS Clarington residents and Canadians alike pride ourselves on the fact that Canada has provided universal, publicly accessible health care to its citizens for over 30 years; WHEREAS the principles of the Canada Health Act are the basis upon which our public health system was formed and have provided public access to life saving and life enhancing care for over a generation; WHEREAS Canadians are challenged as we have never been before to protect, restore and upgrade where necessary our public Medicare system; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Clarington Council supports Canada's public health care system and the principals of the Canada Health Act; . . . Council Minutes - 23 - May 13, 2002 UNFINISHED BUSINESS BY-LAWS BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Clarington Council calls upon the Romanow Commission, federal and provincial governments to ensure that the principles of the Canada Health Act are maintained, and the public health care system is publicly delivered and upgraded where necessary, and that adequate public funding be provided to do so; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Clarington Council hereby proclaims May 15, 2002, National Public Medicare Day. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-294-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2002-068 to 2002-073, inclusive, and that the said by-laws be now read a first and second time: 2002-068 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington 2002-069 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington 2002-070 being a by-law to establish, layout and dedicate certain lands as public highways and to assume certain streets within the Municipality of Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington 2002-071 being a by-law to authorize the execution by the Mayor and Clerk of an Agreement between the Municipality of Clarington and Toronto Great Lakes College for the use of their sports fields 2002-072 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporate of the Municipality of Clarington and Nu-Wood Construction, Ajax, Ontario, to enter into an agreement for the construction of Memorial Arena Expansion, Newca~t1e, Ontario . . . Council Minutes BY-LAWS OTHER BUSINESS - 24- May 13, 2002 2002-073 being a by-law to authorize the execution of a Transfer of certain lands in Orono to the Orono United Church "CARRIED" Resolution #C-295-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2002-068 to 2002-073, inclusive, be approved. "CARRIED" Councillor Trim advised that he represented the Mayor at the Knox Christian School's 45th Anniversary celebration. On Friday, May 10,2002, along with Councillor Schell, he attended the celebration of the establishment of the Courtice Rotary Club consisting of 26 chartered members. This celebration was opened by a Town Crier. He stated that it was time for the Municipality to investigate the use of a Town Crier for our festivals and requested staff to report back. Friday afternoon Councillor Trim, the Director of Operations and one of his supervisors traveled to the two cemeteries for inspection prior to Mother's Day. Staff is to be commended and encouraged to keep up the good work. Councillor Trim was in the Village of Newcastle on Saturday, May 11th in the afternoon when a disturbance occurred. A call was answered by the Durham Regional Police Department in less than 10 minutes. Thursday, May 9, 2002, Councillor Trim attended the KinArc Volunteer and Family night. He also advised Council that the construction at Taunton and Liberty Streets is now underway. Councillor Pingle advised that on Saturday, May 11, 2002, she attended a marathon euchre tournament in Ward 4. The money raised at the tournament will help payoff the loan to the Municipality for the addition to the arena. . Council Minutes OTHER BUSINESS - 25- May 13, 2002 Resolution #C-296-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the meeting be "closed" for consideration of the Confidential Verbal Report of the Director of Finance and the Solicitor regarding a legal matter. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-297 -02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the actions taken during the "closed" session of Council be ratified. "CARRIED" . CONFIRMING BY-LAW Resolution #C-298-02 . Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2002-074 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at this meeting held on the 13th day of May 2002, and that the said by-law be now read a first and second time. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-299-02 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2002-074 be approved. "CARRIED" . . . Council Minutes ADJOURNMENT - 26- May 13, 2002 Resolution #C-300-02 Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:24 p.m. "CARRIED"