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Council Meeting Minutes
SEPTEMBER 15,2008
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on September 15,2008, at 7:00 p.m., in
the Council Chambers.
Councillor Novak led the meeting in prayer.
ROLL CALL
Present Were:
Also Present:
Mayor J. Abernethy
Councillor A. Foster
Councillor R. Hooper
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor G. Robinson
Councillor C. Trim
Councillor W. Woo
Acting Chief Administrative Officer/Director of Corporate Services and
Human Resources, M. Marano
Manager of Transportation and Design, L. Benson, attended until 8:20 p.m.
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana, attended until 8:20 p.m.
Manager of Communication & Marketing, J. Cooke, attended
until 7:39 p.m.
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome, attended until 8:50 p.m.
Solicitor, D. Hefferon
Director of Operations, F. Horvath, attended until 8:20 p.m.
Corporate Safety & Project Manager, B. Taylor, attended until 7:39 p.m.
Director of FinancelTreasurer, N. Taylor
Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief, G. Weir, attended until
8:20 p.m.
Administrative Assistant to the Municipal Clerk, C. Fleming, attended until
8:20 p.m.
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Mayor Abernethy indicated that he would be stating a pecuniary interest with respect
to Correspondence Item I - 31 and Staff Report #2.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Hooper stated he was very proud that the Region of Durham was
acknowledged at the annual Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)
Conference for several of their initiatives, including the new Material Recovery Facility
in Whitby which was made possible through the Federal Gas Tax Fund, and
announced that the Town of Ajax received an AMO Federal Gas Tax award for its
LEED Certified Fire and Emergency Services Headquarters. Councillor Hooper also
congratulated Regional Chair, Roger Anderson for being named to the AMO Honour
Roll, which recognizes those who have gone beyond their normal roles and
responsibilities in advocating for the betterment of municipal government and service
to communities.
Councillor Hooper also announced the following events he attended:
. Opening of the new TD Canada Trust Branch located at Longworth and
Liberty Streets. He also advised that a $5,000 cheque was provided to
Frank Lockhart for Valleys 2000.
. Hampton Family Day
. Opening of two Federal constituency offices - Conservative Candidate
Bev Oda and Liberal Candidate Bryan Ransom
Councillor Novak announced the following:
. The Clarington Older Adult's Association are celebrating their 10th Anniversary
at the Beech Centre with a variety of events including an Open House,
Pancake Breakfast, Lunch, Anniversary Celebrations and Gala Dinner and
Dance. Tickets for the dinner/dance are $25 per person. Ticket information is
available at the Centre.
. Councillor Novak thanked Mary Tilcock, Organizer, and the volunteers involved
in the Terry Fox Run.
Councillor Robinson announced the following:
. On Thursday evening he will be representing the Mayor at the "Take Back the
Night" march, an annual event held all over the world to raise awareness and
support of a safer community for all.
. The Newcastle Fall Festival will be held on October 4,2008, and will include a
Greek Feast fundraising event at the Newcastle Town Hall. Tickets are $25 per
person with proceeds in support of the Newcastle Walk for Guide Dogs and the
Terry Fox Campaign.
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Councillor Woo announced the following:
. Lakeridge Health Bowmanville will host their annual golf tournament on
Thursday, September 18, 2008, with proceeds in support of the hospital's
redevelopment initiative.
. On Friday, September 19, 2008, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Clarington will
host their annual Golf for Kids' Sake Tournament at the Newcastle Golf &
Country Club.
. On Saturday, September 20,2008, the Durham Regional Police Service will
hold their annual Charity Baseball Tournament to benefit Luke's Place.
. St. Marys Cement is celebrating their 40th Anniversary with their Annual Open
House being held on Saturday, September 19, 2008.
. The official re-opening of Langes Photo Source in the Mearns Avenue Plaza
will take place on Saturday. Councillor Woo extended best wishes and
continued success to the owners.
Mayor Abernethy announced the following:
. The 11th Annual Tee Off Fore Health Golf Tournament will be held at the
Newcastle Golf and Country Club on September 18, 2008.
. The Orono Chili Cook-Off will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2008.
. Today he attended a luncheon at the Newcastle Town Hall hosted by Ontario
Power Generation to celebrate OPG's award of the New Nuclear build project
at the Darlington site.
. The Knox Christian Golf Tournament will be held September 16, 2008 at the
Newcastle Golf and Country Club.
MINUTES
Resolution #C-430-08
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on July 14, 2008, be approved.
"CARRIED"
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PRESENTATIONS
The Honourable Steven W. Mahoney PC, Chair, Workplace Safety & Insurance Board
(WSIB) addressed Council to present the WSIB "Community Workplace Health and
Safety Charter" initiative launched last year. Mr. Mahoney introduced Bill Blackborow,
President and CEO, Municipal Health and Safety Association of Ontario (MH & SAO),
Ingrid Kalnins, Area Manager, MH & SAO and Michelle Clarke, Manager of Service
Delivery for the Municipal Sector, WSIB. He outlined the principles supporting the
Charter noting in 2006 and 2007, Ontario municipalities paid $123 million in premiums
or health care costs. Mr. Mahoney stated WSIB receives approximately 360,000
claims per year with 100 workers on average killed on the job each year and 250 who
die as a result of occupational disease. He stated the "Road to Zero" Campaign has
been successful in driving the numbers down, but not nearly enough. Mr. Mahoney
commended the Municipality in being the first employer in Ontario to attain 100% on a
workwell audit and congratulated Council and staff on their dedication to health and
safety. Mr. Mahoney requested Council to affirm their commitment to health and
safety by signing the Community Workplace Health & Safety Charter and help spread
the word on the "Road to Zero". A short video clip entitled "The Chef" based on real-
life incidents that take place in the workplace was played.
Resolution #C-431-08
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Trim
WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington recognizes
the principle that engaging senior community leadership in all sectors is fundamental
to ensuring real change occurs in eliminating workplace injuries in our community and
WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington accepts
that effectively managing workplace health, safety and wellness is essential for our
community's continued social welfare and economic success and
WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington recognizes
that the involvement of all sectors of our community at every level in the workplace is
a prerequisite to eliminating workplace injuries in the Municipality of Clarington.
Therefore be it resolved,
THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington supports the
Workplace Safety and Insurance Board's Community Workplace Health and Safety
Charter and further,
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THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington is committed to
actively participating within a learning community that provides and receives best
practices for the enhancement of employee physical, social and mental wellbeing in all
employment sectors within our community.
"CARRIED"
Mayor Abernethy and the Honourable Steven W. Mahoney signed the Community
Workplace Safety Charter. Mayor Abernethy extended congratulations to
Bruce Taylor, Corporate Safety & Project Manager for his efforts.
Pat McNeil, Senior Vice President, Nuclear Generation Development, Ontario Power
Generation, addressed Council to provide a project update on the New Nuclear at
Darlington Environmental Assessment. Through use of a PowerPoint presentation
Mr. McNeil provided an overview of the project, the status of the Environmental
Assessment schedule and timelines, shared feedback from the last community
information session and provided a review of next steps. Mr. McNeil noted that in
June, 2008, confirmation was received that OPG would be the operator for the new
nuclear units at the Darlington site. He advised Infrastructure Ontario is leading a
competitive process to select a nuclear reactor vendor and technology to construct
two units of the new plant, recognizing three international vendors are participating in
the process. Mr. McNeil stated selection of the preferred vendor is expected by March
2009 and pending approvals, the first unit is to be operational in 2018. He provided a
review of the principle buildings and structures and identified three potential site
layouts. Mr. McNeil advised that OPG has completed baseline data collection for
most of the areas of study in the Environmental Assessment and are screening for
potential project-environmental interactions for both site preparation and construction
and operation and maintenance and are developing potential mitigation measures.
Mr. McNeil advised that the kiosk has received approximately 150 to 250 visitors per
month and most questions revolve around employment opportunities. He confirmed
OPG's goal to have an informed community through the continuation of key
stakeholder briefings. Mr. McNeil advised that OPG's schedule is determined by the
Infrastructure Ontario schedule noting in mid-2009, OPG will submit their impact
statement for review. This review may take up to 24 months before a
recommendation is made to Cabinet on whether the project will proceed. Mr. McNeil
indicated that OPG will provide Council with another update on the project next spring
and urged members of the public to view their website at www.opq.com/newbuild or
call 1-866-487-6006 for further information.
DELEGATIONS
There were no delegations introduced under this section of the Agenda.
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Resolution #C-432-08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the order of the Agenda be altered to allow for consideration of
Correspondence Item 1-31 following Committee Report #1.
"CARRIED"
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-433-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the
exception of Items, I - 17, I - 21, 1- 24 and 1-31.
"CARRIED"
I - 1 Minutes of the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee
dated June 19, 2008.
I - 2 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated May 20, 2008.
I - 3 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated
June 19, 2008.
1-4 Minutes of the Kawartha Conservation Authority dated May 7,2008.
I - 5 Rebecca Tomlin, Public Health Nurse, Durham Region Health
Department, forwarding an informational brochure on the Durham
Region Food Charter, a community vision created to outline the
beliefs of residents about food and the food system in Durham, and
providing an overview of the Food Charter, how it can be used
throughout the community and how to access it. Further information
about the Charter is available at www.durhamlives.orq or by calling
1-800-841-2729.
I - 6 Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Centre for Sustainable
Community Development, announcing FCM has launched a new
Green Municipal Fund (GMF) financing opportunity for the
remediation of brownfield sites, water projects that improve effluent
quality from municipal wastewater treatment systems, and municipal
studies and projects related to sustainable transportation in which up
to $20 million in low-interest loans, $400,000 for each eligible project
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will be made available to municipal governments and their partners.
Applications will be received and processed continuously after
July 10, 2008 with each application assessed individually on its own
merits. Questions relating to GMF funding opportunities should be
directed to Monique Delinelle, Application Coordinator at
613-241-5221, ext. 357 or at mdelinelle@fcm.ca.
I - 7 The Honourable Donna Cansfield, Minister of Natural Resources,
advising of the enactment of Ontario's new Endangered Species Act,
2007 advising habitat protection provisions of the Act are similar to
those provided to threatened and endangered species under the
Provincial Policy Statement and that regulatory provisions and
policies have been developed under the new Act to ease the
transition from the Old Act to the new one and training will be
scheduled to help municipalities understand in detail how the Act will
likely affect municipal planning. Further information is available by
contacting local MNR offices or Karen Bellamy, Section Manager,
Species at Risk at 705-755-1727.
1-8 Kerry Meydam forwarding a media release from the Region of
Niagara dated July 11, 2008 advising that members of the Niagara-
Hamilton WastePlan Joint Working Group have accepted the
recommendations of a staff report calling to focus on waste diversion
priorities and end the agreement between the two municipalities for
the Environmental Assessment (EA) Study for disposal alternatives.
Niagara Region and the City of Hamilton continue to be committed to
65% diversion from landfill and are focusing their energies on
achieving that goal.
1-9 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham, responding to Mayor Abernethy's
correspondence regarding the "Green Shift" policy; forwarding
information on the Province's $20 million Municipal Eco Challenge
Fund, wherein municipalities can apply for grants to cover up to 50%
of the cost of innovative energy retrofits to a maximum of $500,000;
advising of the opportunity for community groups and municipalities to
apply for funding to switch to a lower carbon lifestyle through the
Community GO Green Fund; and, encouraging Clarington's Living
Green Committee to monitor the Ministry of the Environment website
and related links at www.ene.qov.on.ca for recent developments.
I - 10 The Honourable Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, extending
appreciation to Council for supporting a new two-unit nuclear
generating station for the Darlington site; and advising that the
Government remains committed to ensuring a balanced, stable, clean
energy mix that will serve the Province's needs.
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I - 11 Martha A. Pettit, Deputy Clerk, Town of Whitby, advising that on
July 7,2008, the Town of Whitby passed the following resolution
pertaining to the Durham Region Official Plan Review: Protecting for
Future Transit Station at Lakeridge Road and Highway 401:
"1. THAT Durham Region provide, by amendment to the Durham
Region Official Plan, for the designation of lands to identify and
protect for the establishment of a future major transit station at
Lakeridge Road and Highway 401 to serve the future residents of
Durham's Whitby and its neighbouring municipalities; and,
2. THAT all area Municipalities be copied with Council's resolution."
I - 12 Sheila Hall, Executive Director, Economic Development Officer,
Clarington Board of Trade, extending appreciation to Mayor
Abernethy for participating in the in camera session with the
Honourable Sandra Pupatello, Minister of Economic Development
and Trade on June 24, 2008, which provided representatives from all
sectors and geographic areas of Clarington with the opportunity to
bring Clarington's goals to the Minister's attention; and advising that a
copy of the list of issues discussed has been sent to
Minister Pupatello; and, that the Board of Trade will be following up
with the Minister's office to ensure that Clarington's message has
been brought to the attention of other Ministries as necessary.
I - 13 Kathy Kielt, Committee Clerk, Regional Municipality of Halton,
advising Council that on July 16, 2008, Halton Region passed the
following resolution pertaining to the Reach Out Centre for Kids
(ROCK):
"1. THAT the Memorandum from the Commissioner and Medical
Officer of Health re: Delegation - July 8th Health and Social
Services Committee Meeting, and the presentation from the
Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK) be received.
2. THAT staff be directed to report back on the feasibility of
establishing a Task Force to address Youth Mental Health.
3. THAT this resolution be circulated to GT A Mayors and Chairs
and to Halton MPs and MPPs."
A copy of the presentation of Ron Rodgers, Executive Director of
Reach Out Centre for Kids providing an overview of the programs,
services and challenges of the organization was enclosed for
information.
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1-14 John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, writing to the Honourable
John Gerretsen, Minister of the Environment forwarding a copy of the
Township of Uxbridge's resolution supporting the resolution from the
Corporation of the Nation Municipality regarding compensation to
property owners for loss of land use/enjoyment resulting from
initiatives under the Clean Water Act; and advising he is of the
opinion that any provincial initiative that removes land from its current
use should acknowledge property rights and that there needs to be
some form of appeal or dispute resolution attached to laws that
impact a citizen's rightful enjoyment and use of their property.
I - 15 Brian Brasier, Executive Director, Friends of Second Marsh, thanking
Council for their generous support that together with their volunteers
and staff, enabled Friends of Second Marsh to raise approximately
$5000 from activities they hosted on July 6 and 7, 2008 during the
Great Waterfront Trail Adventure, an eight-day 680 km end-to-end
cycling trip on the Waterfront Trail; and advising that the Adventure
provided the opportunity to showcase and raise awareness in the
community of the Second Marsh Wildlife Area, the McLaughlin Bay
Wildlife Reserve and Darlington Provincial Park.
I - 16 Dr. Helena Jaczek, Parliamentary Assistant, Ministry of Health
Promotion, thanking the municipality for their efforts in helping the
Ministry to collect local information for the mapping component of the
Ontario Trails Strategy, which will help to maximize the use of trails to
improve the overall health and well-being of Ontarians and to bring
social, economic and tourism benefits to communities across the
province.
I - 18 Kathy Shaver, Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Nuclear Waste
Management Organization (NWMO), forwarding a copy of their
"Implementing Adaptive Phased Management 2008 to 2012" plan,
providing an overview of the NWMO Adaptive Phased Management,
reconfirming and demonstrating NWMO's commitment to engaging
and collaborating with Canadians in designing the process for
deciding where to contain and isolate Canada's used nuclear fuel;
and forwarding a copy of NWMO's Transparency Policy, June 2008.
I - 19 Jean Leclerc, Chairman of the Board, Societe du 400e anniversaire de
Quebec extending appreciation to all cities, communities and bell
ringers for participating and supporting the celebration on July 3,
2008, marking the arrival of Samuel de Champlain at Quebec 400
years ago.
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I - 20 Debi A. Wilcox, City Clerk, City of Pickering, advising Council that on
July 14, 2008, the City of Pickering passed the following resolution
pertaining to the Region of Durham's Growth Plan Implementation
Study:
"1. THAT Report PD 32-08 of the Director, Planning &
Development, regarding the Growth Scenario Working Paper,
dated June 13, 2008, presenting the outcomes of Phases 3 & 4
of the Region of Durham's Growth Plan Implementation Study
be received;
2. THAT the comments contained in Report PD 32-08 on the
Recommended Preferred Growth Scenario for the Region of
Durham Growth Plan Implementation Study be endorsed, and
that the Region of Durham be requested to:
a) Support the land use structure with Planning Committee
directions noted, shown on Figure 13 B and provided as
Attachment #2 to Report PD 32-08 with the following further
refinements:
. Increase the depth of the future Employment Areas in
Pickering along Highway 407, east of Westney Road, to
1,000 metres south of Highway 407 between the
Greenwood and Kinsale areas and in the vicinity of
Lakeridge Road and the connector to Highway 401 ;
. Support the designation to future Employment Areas of
the remnant parcel of "whitebelt" lands located east of
the future potential airport site; and
. Expand to the south the Future Centres designations,
currently shown at the two intersections of the Seventh
Concession Road with Salem and Lakeridge Roads, to
incorporate the Highway 407 transitway stations and
adjacent lands, thereby allowing mixed residential,
commercial and high intensity office uses, and consider
designation of a future transit village on the south side of
the Highway 407 transitway;
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b) In updating the population and employment tables for
Pickering to reflect Planning Committee's revisions to the
Recommended Preferred Growth Scenario, increase the
employment figures for Pickering to include the 35,000 jobs
identified by the Provincial Central Pickering Development
Plan for Seaton, and allocate jobs arising from the future
Employment Areas, future Living Areas and intensification
in South Pickering, at a ration of no less than one job for
each three new residents as is applied across the rest of
the Region, as further clarified in Section 2.6 to Report
PD 32-08;
c) In detailing the policies for the Recommended Preferred
Growth Scenario,
. Establish strong phasing policies respecting the timing
and process for local municipalities to bring new
"whitebelt" lands into the urban area in order to address
the logical and orderly provision of infrastructure and
phasing of growth with municipal fiscal priorities;
. Establish new policies prohibiting large format retailing
within future Employment Areas;
. Establish strong phasing policies respecting future
Living Areas that may be affected by incompatible noise
from a possible future Pickering airport so as to prevent
residential or other noise sensitive uses from being
established until resolution of the appropriate noise
protection standard and a decision on the development
and timing of the possible airport are reached; and
. Better clarify the different characteristics of Transit
Villages, Urban Notes, Future Centres and Waterfront
Villages;
d) With respect to strategic future Employment Areas needed
beyond 2031, work with the Ministry of Public Infrastructure
Renewal to establish policies permitting the Region to
acknowledge as part of current Regional Plan conformity
amendment, the long term intended use for these lands as
future Employment Areas;
e) Support the City of Pickering in its request to the Ministry of
Transportation in commenting on the Highway 407
Environmental Assessment, to relocate the proposed
Highway 407 maintenance yard from the south side of the
proposed interchange with Salem Road to allow maximum
intensification around the Highway 407 transitway;
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f) Obtain from Urban Strategies Inc. and forward to area
municipalities the detailed information on the amount, types
and locations of intensification projected for the existing
urban areas used in the background work not contained in
the Working Paper;
g) Support the production of a financial impact study of the
Preferred Growth scenario;
h) Support the updating of the watershed plans with the
Toronto Region Conservation Area as appropriate; and
i) That the City of Pickering request the Regional Municipality
of Durham to hold a public open house in Pickering prior to
the next phase of the study.
3. FURTHER, that a copy of Report PD 32-08 and Pickering
Council's resolution on the matter be forwarded to the Region of
Durham, Urban Strategies Inc., other Durham Area
Municipalities, the Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure, the
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and the Ministry of
Transportation."
1-22 Adam McAllister, Rabies Research and Development Unit, Ontario
Ministry of Natural Resources, advising that the province has started
its annual wildlife rabies control operations for 2008; forwarding an
information package containing a map of rabies control operations for
2008, a News Release - Controlling Disease with Rabies Baits and
Fact Sheets "Protecting Your Family and Your Pets Against Rabies"
and "Controlling Disease with Rabies Baits"; and advising that the
Ministry is committed to the research, control and eradication of
rabies in Ontario, thereby protecting the health and safety of the
public, their pets and the wildlife of Ontario.
I - 23 Peter Zakarow, Chair, Conservation Review Board, forwarding
information on how to contact the Board to engage its services on all
properties where an objection arises to a Notice of Intention to
Designate and advising of the hiring of Alexander Pitt, Case
Coordinator, who is the main point of contact for all board inquiries
and who can be reached by telephone at 416-326-3594 or by fax at
805-326-6209.
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1-25 John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, writing to the Honourable
Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, forwarding resolutions from the
Municipality of Clarington and the Region of Durham in support of an
Ontario Economic Summit to bring together business, labour, elected
officials and First Nations from across the Province to develop "Made
in Ontario" economic and environmental strategies; indicating the loss
of more than 200,000 jobs in the manufacturing sector and the
closure of the GM truck plant in Oshawa is cause for concern; and,
hoping that the Province agrees that the time is right for a summit that
would place Ontario on a course for recovery, growth and opportunity
for the future.
I - 26 John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, writing to the Honourable Jim Watson,
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, forwarding a resolution
from the Municipality of Clarington in support of a motion from the City
of Waterloo requesting clarification and confirmation of the 2008
municipal road and bridge infrastructure investment; requesting the
Province's response to the Waterloo resolution; and, questioning what
steps the government will take to provide long-term, sustainable
funding and when the recommendations of the Provincial Municipal
Fiscal and Service Delivery review will be made public.
I - 27 The Honourable Lawrence Cannon, Minister of Transport,
Infrastructure and Communities thanking Council for their resolution
with respect to the 2008 municipal road and bridge infrastructure
investment; advising that as part of the Building Canada Fund, $8.8
billion will be invested in critical national priorities, including clean
water, sewage treatment, the core National Highway System, public
transit and green energy; and, forwarding the Building Canada
booklet summarizing the Federal Government's new long-term
infrastructure plan.
I - 28 Correspondence has been received from the following
individuals/groups objecting to the proposed "Energy-From-Waste
facility and urging Council to support more environmentally
sustainable and fiscally responsible alternatives:
a) Peggy Clark
b) V. Martel
c) Isaac Cormier
d) Wayne Avery
e) Patrick Lacey
f) Jane Lacey
g) Lynda Aiken
h) Melns Frans
i) Derek Erwin
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j) Louis Bertrand
k) Jeanette vanLoon
I) Leslie Armstrong
m) William G. Muir
n) Stephanie & Manuel Jimenez
0) S. Adams
p) Alvina Hale
q) Janet Mulder
r) Charlotte Hughes
s) Joe Dalrymple
t) Greta Down
u) Richard Hughes
v) AI Aiken
1-29 John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, forwarding a copy of the response he
received from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
regarding the Town of Grimsby's resolution concerning the economic
impacts of the greenbelt on farmers and municipalities and remedies
to protect and sustain farming for future generations in which the
Minister indicates that the Greenbelt Act, 2005 mandates a review of
the Greenbelt Plan every 10 years to assess the effectiveness of the
policies contained in the Plan and to make amendments, if
appropriate, and, advising that the Ministry will not be undertaking a
study into the economic effects at this time.
1-30 Linda J. Laliberte, CGA, CAO/Secretary-Treasurer, Ganaraska
Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) forwarding copies of the
2002-2006 Watershed Report Card, a report on the health of local
watersheds and environments within the GRCA based on data
collected through GRCA monitoring and partner programs; indicating
that the successes achieved are the result of over 60 years of
conservation, municipal support, local partnership and community
dedication; and, advising additional copies of the Report are
available by contacting the Authority and that digital versions will be
made available at www.qrca.on.cain the near future.
I - 32 Andre Groulx, General Manager, Hull-Chelsea-Wakefield Steam
Train, advising of the cancellation of the 2008 Hull-Chelsea-
Wakefield Steam Train Excursions resulting in the availability for
purchase of a centennial steam locomotive and 9 passenger
coaches and requesting the information on the tourist train project be
forwarded to organizations who may benefit from this economic
development opportunity.
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1-33 John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, forwarding a copy of correspondence
received from Premier Dalton McGuinty in response to Clarington's
resolution regarding the need for a "Made in Ontario" environmental
and economic summit in which the Premier advises that as the issue
falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Economic Development
and Trade, it has been referred to the Honourable Sandra Pupatello
for consideration.
I - 34 Florian Levesque forwarding a copy of correspondence addressed to
Regional Council warning of the dangers of incineration,
recommending Council obtain further information on Zero Waste
strategies; and, suggesting that rather than burning garbage and
converting it to toxic materials which require further management,
waste should be reduced, and diverted from landfill through
composting, recycling and reuse.
Mr. Levesque's correspondence also outlines his involvement in an
ongoing dispute with Bennett Environmental and the New Brunswick
provincial government to prevent the Bennett Environmental Inc.
incinerator from operating in his area.
I - 35 Nadine Francis expressing concern with the pending implementation
of an incinerator in Clarington as basic rights and standards of living
such as the expectation to breath clean air, drink fresh water and
consume food that is not contaminated by the soil in which it grows
will be compromised; questioning the logic in placing an incinerator
in an area surrounded by families knowing the pollution produced will
affect the health of the community, especially those suffering from
asthma and the elderly; suggesting that alternative ways to deal with
waste issues be investigated including making recycling mandatory;
and, urging Council to say "no" to incineration and to a plan that does
not have the best interests of the public in mind.
I - 36 Ken Arnold, President, Ontario Medical Association (OMA), thanking
Members of Council who visited the OMA's booth, attended their
reception during the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)
Annual Conference, and signed their petition calling on the Province
to take whatever action necessary to ensure that every Ontarian has
access to the right type of care when and where they need it most;
advising the OMA believes there is a need for a comprehensive
province-wide recruitment and retention strategy to encourage
practicing doctors to stay in Ontario and to motivate those practicing
outside of Ontario to return; and encouraging Council to contact the
OMA if they know of patients who have personal experiences they
wish to share regarding lack of access to health care.
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I - 37 The Honourable Jim Watson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and
Housing forwarding a copy of the "Growing the Greenbelt" booklet
outlining the final criteria and process that will be used for expanding
the Greenbelt.
I - 38 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham, writing to Chief Mike Ewles,
Durham Regional Police, forwarding a copy of Mayor Abernethy's
correspondence regarding the safety of citizens who gather at the
Highway 57 overpass in Bowmanville for the repatriation of Canadian
soldiers on the Highway of Heroes in which Mayor Abernethy
requests that police and emergency staff be present during these
processions to ensure public safety; and advising that he is in
support of the Mayor's request and trusts that Chief Ewles will review
the situation to ensure that members of the public are protected.
I - 39 Ari Rotman, thanking staff for continuing to work with him to resolve
matters relating to the issuance of his 2008 Kennel Licence; advising
that suggestions from staff to alter the existing operation in order to
conform to new municipal by-laws are not financially possible;
inviting staff to tour the facility to view the cleanliness of the
operation; and requesting Council to reconsider their decision of
February 11, 2008, in not allowing an appeal to the licensing
requirements and to consider a "grandfathering" clause for his facility
under the new by-law.
1-17 Michael C. Angemeer, P.Eng., President and CEO, Veridian
Corporation, forwarding a copy of Veridian's 2007 annual report and
a copy of the Coalition of Large Distributors CDM Retrospective
Report providing an overview of the coalition's collective
accomplishments in promoting electricity conservation over the past
three years; advising that in 2007 Veridian Corporation achieved a
return on shareholders' equity of 10.2 percent, maintained an
unblemished workplace safety record, improved distribution system
reliability performance, and keenly supported the development of a
'conservation culture' in Ontario, thereby delivering results that
balance the interests of all Veridian's stakeholders.
Resolution #C-434-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item 1- 17 from Michael C. Angemeer, P.Eng., President and
CEO, Veridian Corporation concerning Veridian's 2007 Annual Report be received for
information.
"CARRIED"
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I - 21 John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, writing further to the response the
municipality received from the Honourable Dwight Duncan, Minister of
Finance regarding the property tax treatment of green energy
developments on farm properties in which the Minister advised the
Province is committed to ensuring the treatment of renewable energy
facilities in property taxation is fair, consistent, and promotes the
development of green energy; and, indicating that he will continue to
monitor the issue to ensure farmers who invest in green energy
alternatives do not face unreasonable increases in assessment and
property taxes.
Resolution #C-0435-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item 1- 21 from John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, concerning
alternative "Green" energy sources be referred to the Clarington Agricultural Advisory
Committee.
"CARRIED"
I - 24 Stuart Trew, Ontario-Quebec Regional Organizer, The Council of
Canadians, advising the Council of Canadians is questioning
Premier McGuinty on the government's reasons for negotiating the
Ontario-Quebec Economic Partnership Agreement, a new trade,
investment and labour mobility agreement with the Province of
Quebec modeled after the Alberta-B. C. Trade, Investment and Labour
Mobility Agreement (TILMA). The Council feels that the proposed
Ontario-Quebec agreement and TILMA have more to do with
investors rights and weakening local democracy for the benefit of
attracting more foreign direct investment from abroad and is
encouraging Council to familiarize itself with TILMA and to request a
full, open and public debate on the merits and dangers of signing a
TILMA-like agreement with Quebec.
Resolution #C-436-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item I - 24 from the Council of Canadians concerning the
Ontario-Quebec Economic Partnership Agreement be referred to the Director of
Corporate Services for comment.
"CARRIED"
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CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Resolution #C-437 -08
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda, including Hand-out
Items D - 21 and D - 22, with the exception of Items D - 11 to D - 20, inclusive and
D - 22.
"CARRIED"
D - 1 Jean Graham, Chairperson, Newcastle Lions Club, requesting
Council's support for their 14th Annual 'Walk for Dog Guides', a 5 km
and 10 km fundraising walk through Newcastle on Saturday,
October 4,2008, in support of Dog Guide Teams to assist the blind,
deaf and physically challenged; advising the event raised over
$22,500 in 2007; and encouraging all interested residents to
participate in the walk.
(Approved, provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a Road
Occupancy Permit from the
Engineering Services Department)
D - 2 Cecile D. Bowers, Secretary, Branch 178 Royal Canadian Legion,
requesting permission to hold their annual Remembrance Day
Parades and Services on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 in
Bowmanville, and Sunday, November 9,2008, in Orono and
Remembrance Day Services on Friday, November 7,2008 in
Newtonville, and Tuesday, November 11,2008 in Newcastle.
(Approved, provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a Road
Occupancy Permit from the
Engineering Services Department)
D - 3 Lynn Wood, requesting a street be named in honour of his father-in-
law Ernest Harvey Jones, a War Veteran and well known resident of
the municipality who passed away in 2007.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Planning Services)
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D - 4 Karyn Kennedy, Executive Director, and Siew Lee Brett,
Co-ordinator of Fundraising and Special Events, Boost: Child Abuse
Prevention & Intervention (formerly Toronto Child Abuse Centre)
advising of the 4th Annual "Go Purple for Prevention! Campaign" to
raise awareness and provide education on efforts to eliminate abuse
and violence in the lives of children and youth; and, requesting
Council to proclaim October as "Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention
Month" .
(Proclaimed)
D - 5 Sid Ryan, President, CUPE Ontario, requesting on behalf of CUPE,
The Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care (OCBCC) and labour
partners representing child care workers across Ontario, that
Wednesday, October 22,2008 be proclaimed "Child Care Worker &
Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day" in recognition of the
work of various groups and to acknowledge the contributions they
make in the lives of community members. Posters, pins and a list of
ideas to help make the Day visible in the community are available.
(Proclaimed)
D - 6 George (Joe) Kennett submitting the name of Veteran Thomas A.
(Bud) Fanning for Council's consideration in naming a street in
Bowmanville or Newcastle Village in honour of his memory and his
outstanding contribution not only to the war effort but in helping the
youth of the community. The correspondence was also signed by
thirty-five people in support of the request.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Planning Services)
D - 7 Heila Pitter, Outreach Services Manager, Bethesda House,
requesting permission to host the 4th Annual "Clarington Take Back
the Night Walk", an international event for women to "reclaim" the
streets after dark, to be held on September 18, 2008, from 6:00 p.m.
to 9:00 p.m.; providing details of the route; and, advising liability
insurance will be submitted to the Engineering Services Department.
This year the organizers are extending an invitation to men of all
ages to join women and children in the walk in support of a safer
community for everyone.
(Approved, provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a Road
Occupancy Permit from the
Engineering Services Department)
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D - 8 Peter Evans, President, Clarington Older Adult Association, (COAA)
requesting that Council not renew either of the subleases of the
space occupied by the Lions Nursery School and Durham
Community Care at the Beech Centre beyond their current terms and
allocate the space freed up to the COAA Board at the earliest date
possible, and by August 2009, at the latest. The Board feels the
present enrolment of 985 members together with the level of activity
and participation by their membership warrants an expansion and
that they have specific programming and activity plans for the extra
space.
D-9
D - 10
D - 21
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Corporate Services)
Newcastle Business Improvement Area, requesting the closure of
King Avenue from Baldwin Street to Mill Street from 1 :00 p.m. to
12:00 a.m. on October 3,2008, and the closure of Baldwin Street to
Brookhouse Drive from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on October 4,2008,
for the Annual Newcastle Fall Festival.
(Approved, provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a Road
Occupancy Permit from the
Engineering Services Department)
Tim Hick tendering his resignation from the Accessibility Advisory
Committee, effective immediately and extending best wishes to the
Committee in their future efforts.
(Correspondence received with regret
and referred to the Municipal Clerk)
Janine Wallace-Rivard, RC.M., Property Manager, Durham
Condominium Corporation 146, voicing concerns on behalf of
residents of 2800 Courtice Road North, who are subjected to loud
noise all day and during the early hours of the morning, garbage, foul
and abusive language, park lighting often until 1 :00 a.m., offensive
behaviour, fighting, drinking and illegal activities resulting from the
construction of the skateboard park at the Courtice Community
Centre; and, requesting a community meeting be held to address the
concerns and hardships the owners are experiencing.
(To advise of actions taken and copy
of Report CLD-023-08 to be
forwarded)
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D - 11
Cheryl Mortimer, Clerk, Township of Muskoka Lakes, advising
Council that on July 8,2008, the Township of Muskoka Lakes
passed the following resolution pertaining to improvement of
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) operations:
"WHEREAS the District Municipality of Muskoka spends $2.2 million
per year on the services of Municipal Property Assessment
Corporation (MPAC);
AND WHEREAS the Township of Muskoka Lakes is levied
approximately 40% of this per annum;
AND WHEREAS the Township relies on up-to-date and accurate
MPAC data to fulfill legislated requirements such as circulations of
applications pursuant to the Planning Act;
AND WHEREAS the Township relies on up-to-date and accurate
information for all 911 street numbering, emergency callouts,
evacuation procedures as well as taxation;
AND WHEREAS accurate and up-to-date data is not always
available from MPAC;
AND WHEREAS the Province of Ontario recovers approximately $6
billion in taxation for education purposes but does not contribute to
the operation of MPAC;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the
Corporation of the Township of Muskoka Lakes strongly request the
Board of Directors of MPAC to improve their operations by:
1. allocating provincial funds to correct the over 70,000 errors
across the Province for those municipalities with greater reliance
on the data receiving priority;
2. making errors and backlog in data a priority to complete;
3. working with lower and upper tier municipalities to correct these
errors.
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AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be circulated to Premier Dalton
McGuinty, the Honourable Jim Watson, Minister of Municipal Affairs
and Housing, Member of Provincial Parliament Norm Miller,
Opposition Leaders, Association of Municipalities of Ontario,
Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of
Ontario, the District Municipality of Muskoka, and all Province of
Ontario municipalities."
Resolution #C-438-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the resolution from the Township of Muskoka Lakes with respect to
improvement of Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)
operations be received for information.
"CARRIED"
D - 12
Peter Evans, President, Clarington Older Adult Centre Board,
Clarington Older Adult Association (COAA) forwarding
correspondence the Board has sent to the Minister of Health and
Long Term Care requesting clarification of the present funding
situation for Elderly Persons Centres (EPC) in Ontario with respect to
the status of the Province's 2007 initiative to fund new Elderly
Persons Centres; requesting the Minister to clarify timelines to
ensure that the Association receives the appropriate funding
application instructions and that the Province considers the COAA as
one of the 24 new centres approved for funding; and, requesting that
Council pass a motion in support of the request for funding under the
expanded Elderly Persons Centre Grant program, similar to
Resolution #C-496-07 passed on September 24,2007, as follows:
"WHEREAS the Clarington Older Adult Centre has been
providing exceptional services to the 50+ population of
Clarington since 1998;
WHEREAS the funding under the Elderly Persons Centres Act
has never been available to the Clarington Older Adult
Association due to a freeze in the funding by the Province that
occurred when the centre opened;
WHEREAS, should this have been available to the COAA,
they would have received approximately $270,000 since their
inception in programming funds;
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WHEREAS it appears that the COAA are the only centre in
Durham not supported by the Elderly Person Centres Act
grant program;
WHEREAS the COAA have been instrumental in lobbying for
many years for expansion in funding for elderly persons
centres but have not been included in recent announcements
because the expanded funding has only been made available
to existing Elderly Persons Centre Grant funded
organizations;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Honorable
Jim Bradley, the Minister Responsible for Seniors and the
Honorable George Smitherman, the Minister of Health and
Long-term Care be requested to include the Clarington Older
Adult Centre on equal footing to the existing funded
organizations by providing funding to them under the
expanded Elderly Persons Centre Grant program; and
THAT the Region of Durham and all Durham MPPs be copied
on this resolution."
Resolution #C-439-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the request from the Clarington Older Adult Association (COAA) for
support of the Association's request for funding under the expanded Elderly
Persons Centre Grant program be endorsed.
"CARRIED"
D - 13
The Honourable Jim Karygiannis, MP, Scarborough-Agincourt,
forwarding a copy of Bill C-568 - An Act to Amend the Motor Vehicle
Safety Act (speed limiters) - requesting Council's support of Bill C-
568 to include prohibitions against the manufacture, importation,
sale, lease, operation and release after repair of motor vehicles
manufactured after January 1, 2010 if they are not equipped with a
speed limiter that is engaged and set to a maximum speed that is not
greater than 150 kilometres per hour.
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Resolution #C-440-08
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Item D - 13 from The Honourable Jim Karygiannis, MP,
Scarborough-Agincourt requesting support of Bill C-568 - An Act to Amend the
Motor Vehicle Safety Act (speed limiters) be received for information.
"CARRIED"
D - 14
Curtis Hodgins, General Manager, Bowmanville Eagles Jr. "A"
Hockey Club, requesting permission to use the main hall of the
Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex at no charge from Friday,
September 19, 2008, to Sunday, September 21, 2008, for the annual
Ontario Provincial Junior "A" Governor's Showcase Tournament
which includes teams from all across Ontario and from Buffalo, New
York. The tournament will benefit the local economy and provide an
opportunity to promote the municipality.
Resolution #C-441-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the request from Curtis Hodgins, General Manager, Bowmanville Eagles
Jr. "A" Hockey Club for waiver of the facility rental fee for the use of the main
hall of the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex from Friday, September 19,
2008, to Sunday, September 21, 2008, be referred to the Director of
Community Services to work out the details.
"CARRIED"
D - 15
Debbie Edmonds, Acting Town Clerk, Town of Halton Hills, advising
Council that on August 11, 2008, the Town of Halton Hills passed the
following resolution pertaining to a public inquiry into the challenges
facing municipalities from the implementation of Provincial Growth
Legislation:
"THAT Council authorize Mayor Bonnette to communicate with
Premier Dalton McGuinty and the Attorney General Chris Bentley to:
. Request that the Lieutenant Governor in Council appoint one
or more persons to conduct a provincial public inquiry into the
challenges facing municipalities from implementation of
provincial growth legislation, such as the Places to Grow Act
and the Bill 51 amendments to the Planning Act, and
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. Advise the Premier and the Attorney General that such an
inquiry is necessary to remove the innuendo and the
confrontation in the current development processes and to
restore and maintain public confidence in good government in
Ontario and its municipalities.
AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to all Ontario
Municipalities."
Resolution #C-442-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the resolution from the Town of Halton Hills with respect to a public
inquiry into the challenges facing municipalities from the implementation of
Provincial Growth Legislation be received for information.
"CARRIED"
D - 16
John D. Leach, Town Clerk, Town of Innisfil advising Council that on
August 13, 2008, the Town of Innisfil passed the following resolution
pertaining to the Ontario Energy Board Order:
"WHEREAS the Ontario Energy Board has ordered Innisfil Hydro to
undergo a process to analyze revenue to cost ratios for each
customer class; and
WHEREAS Innisfil Hydro's analysis indicates that the annual impact
is a $387,500 increase to the Town of Innisfil for streetlight
distribution costs; and
WHEREAS this increased cost translates to a 2.74% property tax
increase for the residents of the Town of Innisfil to bear; and
WHEREAS the proposed distribution rates for the relatively small
size of streetlight services is proportionally much higher than that for
most other distribution customers; and
WHEREAS Innisfil Hydro has canvassed other Local Electricity
Distributors in Ontario and similar situations exist for all of them.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council requests that
the Association of Municipalities of Ontario as an intervener at the
Ontario Energy Board requests that this distribution charge be
reviewed/reduced.
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FURTHER THAT the Chair of the Ontario Energy Board (Howard
Wetston) be requested to review and amend streetlight distribution
rates to reflect a more accurate cost allocation; and
FURTHER THAT the Ontario Minister of Energy and Infrastructure
be requested to ensure that the Ontario Energy Board fulfill its
mandate being "We will endeavour to consider the interests of all
stakeholders in performing our duties in the public interest", by
ensuring that the above matters be addressed; and
FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario for their support; and
FURTHER THAT this motion be circulated to all municipalities in
Ontario and local MPP's in Simcoe County."
Resolution #C-443-08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the resolution from the Town of Innisfil with respect to the Ontario
Energy Board Order be received for information.
"CARRIED"
D - 17
Natalie Garnett, MA, CMO, Clerk, Township of Galway-Cavendish &
Harvey advising Council that on July 22,2008, the Township of
Galway-Cavendish & Harvey passed the following resolution
pertaining to protection of Canada's fresh water lakes and rivers:
"WHEREAS water is a valuable natural resource in Ontario and in
Canada, and plays a critical role in our history, recreation, livelihoods
and health; and
WHEREAS the Federal and Provincial governments are facing ever
increasing pressures to export this resource to the United States of
America and other countries,
THAT the Council of the Township of Galway-Cavendish & Harvey
request the Provincial and Federal governments to protect Canada's
water resources from export discussions; and
FURTHER that the Council of the Township of Galway-Cavendish &
Harvey request the Federal and Provincial governments to protect
Canada's fresh water lakes and rivers from being used as toxic
dumps for the mining and oil refinery industries; and
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THAT this resolution be circulated to Laurie Scott, MPP,
Barry Devolin, MP, the Province of Ontario, all Municipalities in
Ontario, the Government of Canada, and the International Joint
Commission on the Great Lakes."
Resolution #C-444-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the resolution from the Township of Galway-Cavendish & Harvey with
respect to protection of Canada's fresh water lakes and rivers be endorsed.
"CARRIED"
D - 18
Marion I. Koepke, CMO, City Clerk, City of Owen Sound advising
Council that in August, 2008, the City of Owen Sound passed the
following resolution pertaining to an exemption of provincial sales tax
on goods and services for Ontario police services:
"THAT Owen Sound City Council hereby endorses resolution
2008-03 from the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police regarding
the exemption of sales tax for Ontario police service purchases:
'WHEREAS police services in Ontario are faced with on-
going financial pressures to be able to provide reasonable
levels of service to keep Ontario communities safe, and
WHEREAS local property taxes are the main source of
funding for municipal and regional police services budgets,
and
WHEREAS police services are faced with significant costs
in paying for necessary specialty equipment, vehicles and
buildings that are unique to ensure a safe Ontario, and
WHEREAS the Federal Government has shown
leadership in exempting municipalities from having to pay
GST in recognition of one level of government taxing
another.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Government of
Ontario provide a full exemption of provincial sales tax on
goods and services for Ontario police services similar to
the GST exemption.'
and further
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THAT a copy of this resolution be circulated to all municipalities in
Ontario through an AMO broadcast seeking support for the sales tax
exemption for Ontario Police Services purchases."
Resolution #C-445-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the resolution from the City of Owen Sound with respect to an exemption
of provincial sales tax on goods and services for Ontario police services be
endorsed.
"CARRIED"
D - 19
Marion I. Koepke, CMO, City Clerk, City of Owen Sound advising
Council that in August 2008, the City of Owen Sound passed the
following resolution pertaining to exemption of provincial sales tax on
goods and services for all municipalities:
"WHEREAS municipalities in Ontario are faced with on-going
financial pressures in order to provide reasonable levels of service in
Ontario communities, and
WHEREAS local property taxes are the main source of funding for
municipal budgets, and
WHEREAS the Federal Government has shown leadership in
exempting municipalities from having to pay GST in recognition of
one level of government taxing another,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Council
of The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound hereby requests that
the Government of Ontario provide a full exemption of provincial
sales tax on goods and services to all Ontario municipalities similar
to the GST exemption, and further
THAT this resolution be forwarded to Premier Dalton McGuinty; The
Honourable Dwight Duncan, Provincial Minister of Finance; the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario; and Bill Murdoch, M.P.P.,
Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound, seeking support for municipalities being
exempt from provincial sales tax on goods and services, and further
THAT this resolution be circulated to all municipalities in Ontario
through an AMO broadcast seeking support for municipalities being
exempt from provincial sales tax on goods and services."
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Resolution #C-446-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the resolution from the City of Owen Sound with respect to exemption of
provincial sales tax on goods and services for all municipalities be endorsed.
"CARRIED"
D - 20
Shelly van Empel, Legislative Administrator, Town of Milton, advising
Council that on August 18, 2008, the Town of Milton passed the
following resolution pertaining to a deposit/return system on
aluminum and plastic drink containers:
"WHEREAS Aluminum Cans and Plastic Drink Containers create
significant litter on our Roadways and whereas the deposit/return
system for alcoholic beverages has proved an effective deterrent to
roadside littering;
AND WHEREAS many of these Plastic Drink Containers contain
water obtained by commercial operations with little or no positive
benefit for local residents, and whereas large-scale water taking may
adversely affect local water resources, and whereas commercial
water tanker trucks create uncompensated wear to local roads
AND WHEREAS a deposit may encourage residents to use personal
reusable containers reducing the demand for plastic bottled water;
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Town of Milton endorses the Region of
Halton's resolution requesting that the Minister of the Environment
consider placing a deposit/return system on aluminum and plastic
drink containers and that this resolution be forwarded to the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario for circulation to all
municipalities in Ontario for information and support."
Resolution #C-447 -08
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the resolution from the Town of Milton with respect to a deposit/return
system on aluminum and plastic drink containers be endorsed.
"CARRIED"
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D - 22
Linda Gasser expressing concern with the process undertaken for the
recruitment of Committee Members for the Energy-From-Waste Site
Liaison Committee and the appointment of Clarington residents in
advance of Regional appointments as she feels this may preclude an
option for the Region to advise Council of unsuccessful Clarington
applicants after confirmation by Regional Council; questioning what
steps have been taken by the Municipality to coordinate the process
with the Region to ensure that all Clarington residents who applied
through either process would be considered for appointment; and,
questioning why Council would consider applicants who applied after
the deadline.
Resolution #C-448-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Linda Gasser be advised of actions taken concerning the Energy-From-Waste
Site Liaison Committee selection process and Committee appointments.
"CARRIED"
COMMITTEE REPORT(S}
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report September 8,
2008
Resolution #C-449-08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of September 8,
2008, be approved with the exception of Item #9.
"CARRIED"
Item # 9
Resolution #C-450-08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Report CLD-023-08 be received;
THAT By-law 2006-126 governing municipal parks be amended to state that the parks
will be closed from dusk to dawn; and
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THAT the By-law attached to Report CLD-023-08 be approved by Council.
"CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER
IN THE MEETING"
(SEE FOLLOWING MOTION)
Resolution #C-451-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-450-08 be amended by adding the words "outdoor
areas of museum and library properties" following the word "parks" in the second
paragraph.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-450-08 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED.
Mayor Abernethy stated a declaration of pecuniary interest concerning
Correspondence Item I - 31 and the confidential report of the solicitor as these
matters deal with the compliance audit issue related to the 2006 municipal
election. Mayor Abernethy vacated the chair, refrained from discussion and
voting on Correspondence Item I - 31 and advised he would not be attending
that portion of the closed meeting dealing with the confidential report of the
solicitor.
Deputy Mayor Novak assumed the Chair.
COMMUNICATIONS (cont'd)
1-31 James E. Horn, CA, Horn Almand Chartered Accountants advising
that the fee in connection with the compliance audit of John Mutton
will be refunded to the Municipality on or about September 15, 2008.
Resolution #C-452-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Correspondence Item 1- 31 from James E. Horn, CA, Horn Almand Chartered
Accountants concerning the fee in connection with the compliance audit of
John Mutton be received for information.
"CARRIED"
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Resolution #C-453-08
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT, in accordance with Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, the
meeting be closed for the purpose of receiving advice that is subject to solicitor-client
privilege.
"CARRIED"
The meeting resumed in open session at 9:10 p.m.
The Deputy Mayor advised that a closed meeting of Council was held in accordance
with Section 239 of the Municipal Act. Two matters were considered. Direction was
provided to staff on Staff Report #2.
STAFF REPORTS
1. Confidential Verbal Report of the Solicitor regarding a Legal Matter
Resolution #C-454-08
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Staff Report #1 - Confidential Verbal Report of the Solicitor regarding a Legal
Matter be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Deputy Mayor Novak clarified the process for the Region of Durham's selection of the
Energy-From-Waste Site Liaison Committee members (Correspondence
Item D - 22).
BUSINESS ARISING FROM NOTICE OF MOTION
Resolution #C-455-08
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Woo
WHEREAS the Council of the Municipality of Clarington recognizes that the
Bowmanville Apple Fest is an important annual community event;
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AND WHEREAS this event draws thousands of visitors to the Bowmanville area, this
year on October 18, 2008;
AND WHEREAS the Bowmanville BIA has asked if it would be possible for the
Municipality to provide free half hour transit service, rather than paid hourly service on
the day of the festival, Saturday, October 18, 2008;
AND WHEREAS free half hour transit service to the festivities may significantly
improve traffic flow and parking availability in the downtown Bowmanville core during
the event;
AND WHEREAS the Staff of the Engineering Services Department has investigated
the possibility;
AND WHEREAS the provision of this service can be provided for by expanding the
two existing Clarington Transit service routes, at an additional cost of approximately
nineteen hundred dollars ($1900);
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Engineering Services
Department be directed to make the necessary arrangements for free half hour
transit service for the Bowmanville Apple Fest and to charge the cost of this
service to the Administration Contingency Account -100-21-211-00000-7298.
"CARRIED"
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-456-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the presentation of Pat McNeil, Senior Vice President, Nuclear Generation
Development, Ontario Power Generation providing an update on Darlington New Build
EA be received with thanks.
"CARRIED"
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BY-LAWS
Resolution #C-457 -08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2008-155 to 2008-159 inclusive;
2008-155 Being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the former Town of Newcastle (708545 Ontario
Limited) and to repeal By-law 2008-075
2008-156 Being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of
Newcastle (668390 Ontario Ltd. (Kaitlin Group))
2008-157 Being a by-law to authorize the sale and transfer to Thomas and
Bonnie O'Callaghan of the portion of the road allowance located
between Lot 28 and Lot 29, Concession 3 in the former Township
of Clarke designated as Part 2 on Registered Plan 40R-23364
2008-158 Being a by-law to amend By-law 2006-126, being a By-law to
regulate Parks
2008-159 Being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of
the Municipality of Clarington and Lafarge Paving & Construction,
Oshawa, Ontario, to enter into an agreement for the Asphalt
Rehabilitation - Contract 2 - Various Locations; and,
THAT the said by-laws be now read a first, second and third time and finally approved.
"CARRIED"
NOTICE OF MOTION
There were no Notices of Motion introduced under this section of the Agenda.
OTHER INFORMATION
There was no Other Information introduced under this section of the Agenda.
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Mayor Abernethy stated pecuniary interests earlier in the meeting and refrained from
voting on the Confirming By-law.
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-458-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2008-160, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
on the 15th day of September, 2008; and
THAT the said by-law be now read a first, second and third time and finally approved.
"CARRIED"
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-459-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Mayor Abernethy
THAT the meeting adjourn at 9:25 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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