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Council Meeting Minutes
SEPTEMBER 29,2008
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on September 29,2008, at 7:00 p.m., in
the Council Chambers.
Councillor Trim 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
Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Facilities Manager, G. Acorn, attended until 8:15 p.m.
Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Manager of Communication & Marketing, J. Cooke, attended
until 8:18 p.m.
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Solicitor, D. Hefferon
Director of Operations, F. Horvath
Corporate Safety & Project Manager, B. Taylor
Director of FinancelTreasurer, N. Taylor
Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief, G. Weir
Administrative Assistant to the Municipal Clerk, C. Fleming
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated for this meeting.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Novak confirmed that Wal-Mart is still committed to building a store in
Bowmanville, that zoning issues have been resolved; and, that the delay is due to
internal Wal-Mart business arrangements. It is anticipated the store will be open in
2009.
Councillor Novak presented Mayor Abernethy with a plaque in recognition of the
Municipality's Platinum Sponsorship for the 2008 Children's Groundwater Festival.
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Councillor Hooper announced the following:
. He was pleased to represent the Mayor at the Durham Region Soccer
Association Volunteer Reception on September 24, 2008. The event was held
at the Darlington Indoor Soccer Facility. Clarington residents Sherry Bonanza
and Alf Huggins were among the recipients.
. He attended CLOCA's 50th Anniversary Watershed Tour. A butterfly box
provided by residents of the Whitby Mental Health Centre was unveiled at the
Hampton Pond. The 50th Anniversary Reception was held at Cullen Gardens
and was very well attended.
. The Bowmanville BIA will be hosting the Apple Festival and Craft Sale on
October 18, 2008. There will be free half-hour transit service during the event.
. Leisure Lady and Second Chance have re-opened following the downtown fire.
. The Clarington Board of Trade will be launching a "Shop Local" Campaign on
October 1, 2008.
. On October 25,2008, the Clarington Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
will be held.
. The Clarington Older Adult Centre will be "fiddling" around with Scott Woods
playing Old Time Country and Fiddle Music on October 16, 2008, at the Beech
Centre.
Councillor Robinson announced the following:
. The Orono Chilli Cook-off was held on September 20,2008, with $1,000
donated to Clarington Food Bank.
. The Ganaraska Conservation Area "Building for Change" Campaign has
raised over $3.6 million towards the $4 million redevelopment project.
. On September 24, 2008, the Clarington Blooms Awards were held at the
Orono Community Centre. Councillor Robinson requested that the
PowerPoint presentation be scheduled at an upcoming Council meeting.
. The Official Opening of the Newcastle & District Recreation Complex will be
held on October 4,2008, at 12:00 p.m.
. The Purina Walk for Guide Dogs will be held on October 4, 2008.
. The Newcastle Fall Festival will be held on October 3 and 4,2008.
Mayor Abernethy announced that Anne Ottenbrite will be in attendance at the Official
Opening of the Newcastle & District Recreation Complex.
Councillor Woo extended appreciation to Fire & Emergency Services, the Durham
Regional Police Service and sponsors of the 8th Annual Family Safety Day held at Fire
Station #1 on Saturday. The event attracted 3,000 to 4,000 attendees.
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Councillor Woo also announced that the Bowmanville Eagles hosted the Annual
Governor's Showcase Tournament at the Garnet B. Rickard Complex on
September 19, 20 and 21, 2008. Thirty-seven teams from the Ontario Provincial
Hockey League participated at this year's tournament and Clarington will be the site
for the tournament for the next two years. He expressed appreciation to
Jim Campbell and staff of the Rickard Complex.
MINUTES
Resolution #C-460-08
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the minutes of a special meeting of Council held on September 12, 2008, and
the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on September 15, 2008, be
approved.
"CARRIED"
PRESENTATIONS
Resolution #C-461-08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the order of the agenda be altered to allow for Presentation (g) to be heard at
this time.
"CARRIED"
Dan Remollino, MTO Project Manager, Dean Kemper, MTO, Brenda Jamieson and
Doug Allingham, TSH Project Managers addressed Council to provide an update on
the Highway 407 East EA & Preliminary Design Study.
Doug Allingham stated since their last update to Clarington Council one year ago
when the technically recommended route was presented, a great deal of work has
been done on the Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment. Minor changes
to the route were presented to the public in June and July and they are continuing to
do fieldwork analysis, conduct stakeholder consultation and are anticipating
completion of the preliminary design and Environmental assessment for 2009, for
submission to the Province for approval. Mr. Allingham thanked members of staff for
their participation in the study and advised he looks forward to staff's participation as
they conclude the study next year.
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Through use of a PowerPoint presentation, Brenda Jamieson provided a status
update on the 407 East Environmental Assessment, highlighting preliminary design
activities, route refinements, design alternatives and illustrating the technically
preferred route. Ms. Jamieson advised route refinements were considered at seven
locations to further avoid and/or mitigate identified impacts. She outlined the
proposed crossing road treatment strategy, noting there are 31 road crossings in
Clarington, five arterial road interchanges, 18 overpasses/underpasses and 8 road
closures. She highlighted the preliminary design plan for sections Townline Road to
East of Enfield Road, East of Enfield Road to East of Liberty Street, and East of
Liberty Street to Highway 35/115. Ms. Jamieson stated transitway stations and
transfer stations, a highway maintenance yard and a commercial vehicle inspection
facility will be located along the corridor. Ms. Jamieson highlighted the East Durham
Link which included transitway stations at Taunton Road, Highway 2 and Bloor Street,
a commercial vehicle lay-by and improved access to Holt Road from the Link. She
noted that a number of additional property requirements have been identified as a
result of route refinements and that the Ministry is proceeding with advance purchases
on a case-by-case basis where property is substantially impacted by the Technically
Preferred Route. Ms. Jamieson summarized the findings of the fourth round of Public
Information Sessions and reviewed the Community Value Plan (CVP) designed to
provide an opportunity to further enhance public involvement to identify priority
community values. Ms. Jamieson outlined next steps in the process advising of key
elements in completing the impact assessment and identifying mitigation and
compensation measures for the recommended design. She indicated it is anticipated
that the final EA will be submitted in June 2009 and that the Federal (CEAA) process
has been initiated and will be done concurrently with the Provincial Environmental
Assessment.
Marty Epp, Program Manager, Central East Prehospital Care Program, provided an
overview of the Cardiac Safe Community Program, a Ministry of Health funded
partnership between Fire and Emergency Services in Durham Region, the eight area
municipalities, the Ontario Power Generation, Lakeridge Health Corporation and the
Central East Prehospital Care Program. He noted the Central East Prehospital Care
Program provides a number of programs and services to the community including the
Public Access Defibrillation Program. Mr. Epp stated there are more than 80 public
locations equipped with public access defibrillators with ten located in the Municipality
of Clarington. Mr. Epp advised on July 22, 2008, Mr. John Vesters collapsed during a
hockey game and was successfully defibrillated as a result of the prompt and
professional action taken by Clarington staff and EMS. Mr. Epp extended
appreciation for support of the program and advised that next year the 9th Annual
Cardiac Safe Program Survivor Day will be celebrated.
Marty Epp, Kim Arsenault and Andy Benson, Central East Prehospital Care Program
presented Certificates and Lightning Bolt Pins to Steve Parker, Mark Sutherland,
Christine Faulkner and Helena Hisey in recognition of their heroic actions regarding a
medical emergency at the South Courtice Arena and acknowledged
Jeremy Czechowski who was unable to attend this evening.
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A hockey jersey was presented to Mr. John Vesters, on behalf of the Municipality of
Clarington.
John Vesters expressed appreciation both personally and on behalf of his family to
staff and the emergency team for their valiant efforts in saving his life stating he is
extremely grateful for the support of the Public Access Defibrillation Program.
Chief Weir provided a brief synopsis of the events leading up to the 911 Emergency
call on April 29, 2008, regarding the downtown Bowmanville fire in which Milt Dakin,
Dave Byrant, Rob Sage and Derek DeJong were instrumental in helping residents of
the buildings get out safely.
Mayor Abernethy and Chief Weir presented Certificates of Commendation to
Derek DeJong, Dave Bryant, Milt Dakin and Rob Sage on their Acts of Courage
regarding the Downtown Bowmanville Fire April 29,2008.
Serina Mayberry, Metroland Durham Region Media Group presented
Mayor Abernethy with a plaque in recognition of the Municipality's "Commitment to
Fostering Growth in Durham Region".
Tariq Asmi, Executive Director, Growing Communities Healthcare Alliance, addressed
Council requesting Council's assistance in supporting the Alliance's recommendations
for a more equitable population-needs-based funding for hospital care in Ontario's
high growth communities. Mr. Asmi stated the Alliance believes that Ontario's vision
to help Ontarians stay healthy can be strengthened by adding the principle of "care
close to home" by providing an appropriate range of health care services in a timely
manner within the community. Through use of a PowerPoint presentation, Mr. Asmi
reviewed the Alliance's vision and goals, provided statistical information on population
growth in high growth Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs), reviewed statistics
specific to the Central East LHIN, and addressed funding inequities. Mr. Asmi stated
each year there is a widening gap in per-resident funding and there needs to be a plan
to complement "Places to Grow" to ensure adequate facilities are built to keep pace
with the growing population. Mr. Asmi urged Council to add their voice as the Alliance
moves forward and endorse a resolution requesting the Provincial government to
speed up implementation of hospital growth funding commitment to ensure that $100
million in growth funding is targeted to high growth hospitals and provide funding for
social services; implement a population-needs-based-funding for provincial health
care and social services; and, develop a health care and social services growth plan
for Ontario to complement Places to Grow legislation.
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John Slater, Vice Chair and Michelle Sumere, Stewardship Coordinator, Durham Land
Stewardship Council addressed Council expressing appreciation to the Municipality
for support of the 2008 Ontario Stewardship Ranger Program. Ms. Sumere stated
Ontario Stewardship Rangers work in teams of four 17 year-old rangers and one team
leader on environmental projects with community partners. She highlighted program
achievements as a result of the municipality's support which provided five students
with the ability to gain appreciation of the environment through employment. The
Team completed five days of work for the Municipality working with Valleys 2000
volunteers, trimming and hauling trees on the Courtice Millennium Trail, rerouting the
trail due to erosion, mulching trails, trimming trees and grooming trails at the Samuel
Wilmot Nature Area. Ms. Sumere reviewed the mandate of the Durham Land
Stewardship Council; thanked Council for supporting the program; and, indicated she
looks forward to working with the Municipality again next year.
John Slater presented Mayor Abernethy with a plaque in appreciation of the
Municipality of Clarington's partnership contribution to the 2008 Ontario Stewardship
Ranger Program.
Resolution #C-462-08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Council recess for ten minutes.
"CARRIED"
The meeting reconvened at 9:05 p.m.
DELEGATIONS
There were no delegations introduced under this section of the Agenda.
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-463-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the
exception of Items, 1-7, 1-9, 1- 11 and 1-12.
"CARRIED"
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I - 1 Minutes of the Clarington Museum Board dated June 25, 2008.
I - 2 Minutes of the Kawartha Conservation Authority dated June 25, 2008.
1-3 Minutes of the St Marys Cement Community Relations Committee
dated September 9, 2008.
I - 4 Minutes of the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee
dated July 17, 2008.
I - 5 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) Ben Bronsema
b) Susan McKee
I - 6 Guiliana Rossini, Director Strategy & Conservation Officer, Hydro
One, forwarding a copy of "Conserving Energy Together", their first
public report on the results of Hydro One's Conservation and Demand
Management Program (CDM) launched in 2005, advising that
collectively, their business and residential customers have saved 272
million kilowatt hours, enough electricity to power 23,000 homes for
one year and inviting Council to share their thoughts and questions
about these achievements by contacting her at
q. rossini@HydroOne.com.
I - 8 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham, forwarding a copy of
correspondence he received from the Honourable Jim Watson, MPP,
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing in reply to Council's
endorsement of a resolution from the City of Waterloo regarding
Municipal Road and Bridge Infrastructure Investment in which the
Minister confirms that the funding provided for roads and bridges in
2008 was a one-time funding investment but indicates that the
Province has made other long-term commitments of substantial
benefit that will allow for increased infrastructure investment in the
future.
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I - 10 Kathryn Shaver, Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Nuclear Waste
Management Organization (NWMO) forwarding a copy of the
discussion document - "Moving Forward Together: Designing the
Process for Selecting a Site", as part of Canada's approach to the
long-term management of used nuclear fuel; advising a draft proposal
based on input received on a site selection process will be released
next year with the process of site selection beginning after the draft
proposal has been considered and reviewed; and, requesting
comments on the design of the siting process by December 15, 2008.
I - 13 Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency, Government of
Canada Public Notice announcing the release of the draft
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Guidelines and draft Joint
Review Panel (JRP) Agreement related to the Ontario Power
Generation's (OPG) proposed Darlington New Nuclear Power Plant
Project for public comment. The draft Guidelines and draft
Agreement, along with information on the project, are available at
www.ceaa-acee.qc.ca, www.nuclearsafetV.qc.ca, or by calling 1-866-
582-1884. Comments on the draft documents are to be received by
November 19, 2008.
I - 14 Jim Richards expressing appreciation to Council for implementing the
dusk to dawn curfew in municipal parks and properties as it pertains
to questionable presence or loitering.
I - 15 David Clark, Executive Vice President, Corporate Services and CFO,
Veridian Connections, forwarding a cheque in the amount of
$142,800 representing the Municipality's quarterly Veridian dividend
payment for September 15, 2008, and advising that prior to the last
quarterly dividend payment for 2008, the Board of Directors will
review Veridian's projected 2008 financial position and earnings with
the purpose of determining if extra dividends will be distributed to
shareholders.
I - 7 Ryan Pomeroy, Pomeroy Group, extending an invitation to Members
of Council to tour the new Pomeroy Hotel and Convention Centre in
Fort St. John, British Columbia in October, to view their facility to see
the high standards they adhere to in construction of their hotels and
suggesting the construction of a similar facility in Clarington.
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Resolution #C-464-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item I - 7 from Ryan Pomeroy, Pomeroy Group,
regarding the Pomeroy Hotel and Convention Centre be received for
information; and that Mayor's office be requested to obtain additional
information from the Pomeroy Group on the Centre.
"CARRIED"
I - 9 Peter Evans, President, Dorothy Bond, Director, Irene Gourlay,
Director, Jim Hilborn, Treasurer, Peggy Milligan, Director, Jane
Moores, Director, Muriel Moynes, Director, Don Welsh, Director,
Robert Windsor, Director and Moe Richards, Past President,
Clarington Older Adult Association (COAA) expressing their
unanimous dissent with Council's decision to proceed with a four-year
term lease for the Beech Centre tennis courts, given the unresolved
parking situation at the Centre; requesting Council's reassurance that
the lease extension will not adversely influence Council's decision-
making regarding a resolution to the parking deficiencies; and,
advising they will be relying on Council's objectivity in considering the
needs of the COAA and Clarington older adults as a whole when
considering the parking report anticipated to be submitted in mid-
2009.
Resolution #C-465-08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the request from the Clarington Older Adult Association (COAA) for
reassurance that the lease extension for the Beech Centre tennis courts will not
adversely influence Council's decision-making regarding a resolution to the
parking deficiencies at the Beech Centre be endorsed; and, that the Association
be reassured that Council will consider the needs of the Association and older
adults as a whole when considering the parking report.
"CARRIED"
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I - 11 Cynthia Morton, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Health Promotion,
advising the Province is currently accepting Expressions of Interest in
Sport Hosting Events for 2009-2010 under the Ontario International
Amateur Sport Hosting Policy; advising the policy and relevant
guidelines are available at www.mhp.qov.on.ca/enqlish/sportandrec/
hostinqpolicv/hostinqpolice.asp; and, advising the deadline to apply
for assistance under the policy for the period 2009/2010 is
October 17, 2008.
Resolution #C-466-08
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 11 be referred to the Directors of Operations
and Community Services.
"CARRIED"
I - 12 Laurie Swami, Director, Licensing, Nuclear Generation Development
Division, Ontario Power Generation (OPG), extending an invitation to
the fourth round of Environmental Assessment (EA) Community
Information Sessions providing the public with an update on the
potential project and status of the environmental studies and
providing OPG with the opportunity to receive public and community
input on preliminary areas of potential effects and mitigation
measures. Community Information Sessions will be held in
Clarington as follows:
October 21,2008 Garnet B. Rickard Bowmanville
Recreation Complex
October 28, 2008 Newcastle Newcastle
Community Hall
October 30,2008 Orono Arena Orono
November 4, 2008 Courtice Community Courtice
Centre
Sessions will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with presentations
at 7:00 p.m.
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Resolution #C-467 -08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item I - 12 from the Ontario Power Generation
concerning the Environmental Assessment (EA) Community Information
Sessions be received for information.
"CARRIED"
CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Resolution #C-468-08
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda with the exception of
Items D - 6 and D - 9 to D - 13, inclusive.
"CARRIED"
D - 1 Marie DeLuca, Manager, Public Programs and Services, Canadian
Diabetes Association, GT A Regional Leadership Centre, advising
November is "Diabetes Awareness Month" and November 14 has
been designated as the annual observance of "World Diabetes Day"
by the United Nations General Assembly to raise awareness of
diabetes and related complications as well as prevention and care;
inviting Council to issue an official statement in support of World
Diabetes Day; and, highlighting additional campaigns and events for
2008 and 2009 to improve the quality of life for those affected by
diabetes through research, education, services and advocacy.
(Proclaimed)
D - 2 The Honourable Lincoln M. Alexander, Chairman, Ontario Heritage
Trust, inviting Council to participate in the 2008 Young Heritage
Leaders Program by submitting up to three nominations, one in each
of the heritage areas - built, cultural and natural, to acknowledge
young volunteers for their significant contributions to heritage
conservation; enclosing information on the program; and,
encouraging Council to work with local heritage organizations and
youth groups to identify worthy young recipients. The nomination
deadline is October 31,2008.
(Correspondence referred to the
Municipal Clerk to place an ad in the
local newspapers)
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D - 3 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) inviting Ontario
municipalities, local schools and teachers to participate in "Local
Government Week", October 19 to 25, 2008 to celebrate the key role
that Ontario local governments play in helping to define the
character, priorities, amenities and physical make-up of
communities, advising resources guides have been developed which
provide information on activities and presentations for schools about
local government; and, encouraging municipalities to visit the Local
Government Week web pages at
http://www.amo.on.ca/AMIT emplate. cfm?Section= Home for
additional materials and resources.
(Proclaimed)
D - 4 Captain Anne Silvey, Commanding Officer, 172 Clarington
Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets, requesting Council to
approve April 24,25 and 26,2009, for Air Cadet Tag Days. If
approved, the Squadron will contact merchants in Clarington
requesting permission to conduct the fundraising event outside their
premises.
(Approved for tag days
April 24, 25 and 26, 2009)
D - 5 Mrs. Brown, expressing concern with pet owners who permit their
dogs to relieve themselves on private property and requesting the
Municipality implement a "leash by-law" to prohibit pet owners from
trespassing on private property regardless of whether pets are
leashed.
(Correspondence referred to the
Municipal Clerk)
D - 7 Jim Richards questioning if the Municipality has considered placing a
ban on plastic bags, styrofoam food and beverage containers and
non-recyclable paper cups in Municipal facilities and outlets
throughout the Municipality similar to what is being undertaken by the
City of Toronto or considered approaching various outlets in the
Municipality about the potential of placing bins to dispose of batteries
to help keep these hazardous products out of landfill or proposed
incineration facilities as he feels that these initiatives are worthwhile
and will have positive outcomes and that Municipal leaders should
attempt to make it as easy and convenient for the public to get into
the habit.
(Correspondence referred to the
Region of Durham)
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D - 8 Dave Werheid, tendering his resignation effective June 20, 2008,
from the Newcastle Memorial Arena Board due to his current
workload and personal commitments and extending best wishes to
the Board for the future.
(Correspondence received with regret
and referred to the Municipal Clerk)
D - 6 Teri Normoyle, expressing concern that the decision-making process
was flawed with respect to the construction of the skateboard park at
the Courtice Community Complex as adjacent residents were not
notified or provided with an opportunity to comment prior to the park's
construction; advising she does not consider 11 :00 p.m. an "early
curfew" noting homeowners have experienced disturbances both prior
to and after the curfew and that the problem is that the skateboard
facility is not frequently policed; questioning what factors will be
considered in determining what the time of "dusk" will be; and,
requesting to be advised of what the cost of construction and annual
maintenance costs of the park are.
Resolution #C-469-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item D - 6 from Teri Normoyle expressing concern with
the skateboard park at the Courtice Community Complex be referred to the
Director of Engineering Services to investigate noise mitigation measures.
"CARRIED"
D - 9 Douglas G. Martin, Mayor, Town of Fort Erie, advising of the
incremental closure of the Douglas Memorial Hospital (DMH) in Fort
Erie, as a result of the creation of the Niagara Health System (NHS)
improvement plan, which action will cause family doctors to leave the
community; advising of the dissolution of the Rural and Northern
Health Framework which previously protected small hospitals in
Ontario and expressing concern that other small hospitals will be
subject to "improvement plans" that will mean hospital closures; and,
suggesting that hospital board members be publicly elected. On
September 8,2008, the Town of Fort Erie adopted the following
resolutions:
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"THAT in recognition of public accountability and democratic
principles, the Municipal Council of the Town of Fort Erie hereby
supports the efforts of Peter Kormos, MPP to introduce a Private
Member's Bill calling for the public election of all hospital boards in
the Province of Ontario as part of the municipal elections
commencing in 2010, and further
THAT this resolution be circulated to all municipalities in the Province
of Ontario for support."
and
THAT the Municipal Council of the Town of Fort Erie hereby petitions
The Honourable David Caplan, Minister of Health to legislatively
enact the protective status of the Rural Hospital designation as
previously defined in 1998 under The Rural and Northern Health
Care Framework by the Conservative Government and apply the
designation to the Douglas Memorial Hospital in the Town of Fort
Erie and all other qualifying hospitals in Ontario, and further
THAT this resolution be circulated to all municipalities in the Province
of Ontario for support."
Resolution #C-470-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the resolution from the Town of Fort Erie with respect to the Niagara
Health System - Hospital Improvement Plan be received for information.
"CARRIED"
D - 10
The Municipality of Tweed advising Council that on July 22, 2008,
the Municipality of Tweed adopted the following resolution pertaining
to taxes on petroleum products:
"WHEREAS the Municipality of Tweed is a rural municipality in
eastern Ontario;
AND WHEREAS the Municipality has 575 kilometres of roadway
which it is responsible to maintain;
AND WHEREAS the maintenance of these roads involves
consumption of gasoline and diesel fuel for the municipal fleet;
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AND WHEREAS heating fuels for the municipal buildings has also
increased considerably;
AND WHEREAS the price of petroleum products are expected to
continue skyrocketing prior to year's end;
AND WHEREAS our Municipality spent $128,417.55 on gasoline and
diesel fuels and $40,199.68 on furnace oil in 2007;
AND WHEREAS our calculation for gasoline and diesel fuels based
on today's cost per litre would be $190,485.82 and furnace oil
increase would be $65,723.28, a total increase of $87,591.17 which
represents a 52% increase over previous years;
AND WHEREAS the increased costs of fuel oils are borne by the
taxpayers of the Municipality;
AND WHEREAS the majority of taxpayers living in this rural
Municipality travel to their places of employment;
AND WHEREAS the high gas prices discourage the sustainability of
small communities and prohibits non-urban living;
AND WHEREAS the taxpayers of the Municipality are facing
increased municipal costs as well as individual costs for vehicle gas
and home heating;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipality of
Tweed request that the Provincial and Federal governments become
involved and reduce taxes on petroleum products, including the
Provincial road taxes and the Federal Excise Tax;
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that this resolution be distributed to the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the County of Hastings and
our Provincial and Federal members of Parliament for consideration,
action and support."
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Resolution #C-471-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the resolution from the Municipality of Tweed with respect to taxes on
petroleum products be received for information.
"CARRIED"
D - 11
Carolyn Downs, City Clerk, City of Kingston, advising Council that on
September 2,2008, the City of Kingston adopted the following
resolution pertaining to the Provincial "heads and beds" payment:
"WHEREAS post-secondary institutions and hospitals are exempt
from paying property taxes to municipalities under provincial law and
instead pay a fixed amount, set by the provincial government, for
each student ("head") or patient ("bed") in their institutions; and
WHEREAS the amount of the "heads and beds" payment is $75 per
student or patient and this amount has not been changed by the
province since 1987, and
WHEREAS at this time the city receives the following amounts as
"heads and beds" payments instead of property taxes:
. Queen's University and Theological College - 17,217 "heads"
= $1,291,275
. St. Lawrence College - 3,668 "heads" = $275,100
. Hotel Dieu Hospital - 264 "beds" = $19,800
. Kingston General Hospital- 538 "beds" = $40,350
. Providence Continuing Care - 448 "beds" = $33,600, and
WHEREAS increasing the "heads and beds" amount to match the
rate of inflation over the last 21 years would result in a minimum
estimated increase from $75 to $126.35 and would bring in an
estimated minimum additional payment in lieu of property taxes of
$1.1 million to the City of Kingston, and
WHEREAS Council passed a motion on August 14, 2007 with
respect to the "heads" payment asking the provincial government to
increase the amount it sets for this payment with the objective of
making this amount equivalent to the taxes that would be collected if
the properties were taxable by the municipality, and
WHEREAS efforts to have the provincial government review the
"heads and beds" amount and approach have not met with any
positive responses to date,
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Province of
Ontario be requested to:
. Increase the "heads and beds" payment immediately to at
least match the rate of inflation since 1987 and build in an
automatic annual adjustment for inflation from now on, and
. Meet with officials from Kingston and other municipalities
affected by this law to discuss a fairer way that is closer to the
fair market value of the properties, to compensate for the loss
of property taxes because of property tax exemption rules for
post-secondary institutions and hospitals under provincial law.
AND FURTHER THAT this motion be circulated to all municipalities
in Ontario with Universities, or Colleges, or Hospitals, requesting
their support."
Resolution #C-472-08
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the resolution from the City of Kingston with respect to the Provincial
"Heads and Beds" payment be received for information.
"CARRIED"
D - 12
Barry Bracken requesting that Doug Anderson be permitted to make a
presentation to Council on his waste diversion proposal.
Resolution #C-473-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence D - 12 from Barry Bracken be referred to the Municipal
Clerk to invite Mr. Anderson to make a presentation to Council on his waste
diversion proposal, subsequent to the upcoming Federal Elections.
"CARRIED"
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Gordon Lee, Chairman, Newcastle Memorial Arena Management
Board requesting municipal financing to assist with the purchase of a
new Olympia Ice Resurfacer for the Newcastle Memorial Arena which
will provide the arena with a laser ice leveler for consistent ice
thickness and less consumption of energy and water usage; advising
of the Board's unblemished record with regard to financial
commitments; attaching the Board's financial commitment indicating
that although they have the budget in place and financing
arrangements they are uncomfortable with the interest charges
offered by the manufacturer and the possibility that the manufacturer
may re-sell financing to a secondary lender; and, requesting Council's
consideration of interest-free or low interest financing for the
purchase.
Resolution #C-474-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
Whereas the Newcastle Arena Board has previously been approved for an
interest-free loan for improvements at the Newcastle Arena;
Whereas the Newcastle Arena Board has faithfully complied with the repayment
terms of the existing loan that is due to be paid off completely by December 31,
2010;
Whereas the Board has requested assistance in financing a portion of the cost
of a new Olympia Ice Resurfacer;
Now therefore be it resolved that the Newcastle Arena Board be approved for
an interest-free loan of $60,000, to be added to the existing interest free loan
whereby the existing repayment schedule be extended by an additional two
year period to December 31, 2012.
"CARRIED"
COMMITTEE REPORT(S}
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report September 22,
2008
Resolution #C-475-08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of September 22,
2008 be approved.
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"CARRIED"
BUSINESS ARISING FROM NOTICE OF MOTION
There were no Notices of Motion introduced under this section of the Agenda.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-476-08
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Foster
Whereas Ontarians believe in the principle of fairness. That fairness defines who we
are and how we live.
Whereas the high growth communities in Ontario grow at more than twice the rate of
the provincial population growth rate, adding more than 100,000 new residents each
and every year;
Whereas these regions are also aging at twice the provincial rate;
Whereas population growth in these regions will further intensify due to Ontario's 30-
year growth plan, Places to Grow;
Whereas as of 2008/09 Ontarian's residing in the Local Health Integration Networks
(LHINs) representing high growth communities are receiving $258 less per resident for
local hospital services when compared to the average Ontarian, which translates into
a $1.4 billion annual operating funding gap for local hospital services - and these
provincial funding inequities are worsening each year;
Whereas more than four million Ontarians living in high growth communities are
receiving $218 less per resident for provincially funded local social services when
compared to the average Ontarian, which translates into a $708 million annual
operating funding gap for local provincially funded social services - and these
provincial funding inequities also worsening each year;
Whereas the Government of Ontario has acknowledged the growing funding gaps for
hospital services in high growth communities by committing during the 2007 provincial
election to provide $100 million in additional annual operating funding to high growth
hospitals;
Whereas the promise of $30 million in growth funding for 2008/09 still means that the
funding gap continues to widen;
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Whereas the Government of Ontario has announced that it is developing since 2006
and will implement a new Health Based Allocation Model (HBAM) to allocate new
health care resources to local Health Integration Networks based on patient care
needs in a way that will address health care funding inequities in Ontario;
Be it resolved that in order to improve timely and local access to hospital care in
Clarington, across high growth communities in Ontario, the Municipality of Clarington
asks that the Government of Ontario:
1) Speed up implementation of hospital growth funding commitment ensuring that
$100 million in growth funding is targeted to high growth hospitals and provide
growth funding for social services
2) Quickly implement "Health Based Allocation Model" (HBAM) i.e., population-
needs-based-funding for provincial health care funding and develop a
population-needs-based funding formula for social services.
3) Develops a health care and social services growth plan for Ontario to
complement Places to Grow.
And that this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Health
and long-Term Care, the Minister of Finance, the MPP for Clarington, High Growth
Communities Mayors and Chairs, and the Central East lHIN.
"MOTION lOST ON THE
FOllOWING RECORDED VOTE"
Council Member Yes No Declaration of
Pecuniary Interest
Councillor Foster '-/
Councillor Hooper '-/
Councillor Novak '-/
Councillor Robinson '-/
Councillor Trim '-/
Councillor Woo '-/
Mayor Abernethy '-/
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BY-LAWS
Resolution #C-477 -08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2008-161 to 2008-166 inclusive;
2008-161 Being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of
Newcastle
2008-162 Being a by-law to authorize the Mayor and Municipal Clerk on
behalf of the Municipality of Clarington to execute documents
considered necessary by the Municipality's Solicitor to transfer a
perpetual easement to Hydro One Networks Inc. for a Switch Gear
Box to be located, repaired, maintained and replaced on Part 1 on
Plan 40R-25551
2008-163 Being a by-law to amend By-law 90-185, Being a by-law to
designate the property municipally known as 19 King Street East,
Bowmanville
2008-164 Being a by-law to appoint Members to the Solina Community
Centre Board
2008-165 Being a by-law to appoint Members to The Tyrone Community Hall
Board
2008-166 Being a by-law to appoint Members to the Orono Arena
Community Centre Board and to repeal By-law 2007-034; 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.
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OTHER INFORMATION
Councillor Trim advised that traffic signal warrants have been met for Liberty Street
and Longworth Street and have been identified in the 2009 Regional program. The
Regional Road 57 and Aspen Springs Drive warrants have not been met based on a
May 2008 count and will be addressed through a site plan agreement on the
northwest corner.
Councillor Foster recognized the important role of Marty Epp, Program Manager,
Central East Prehospital Care Program.
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-478-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2008-167, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
on the 29th 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-479-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the meeting adjourn at 9:50 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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