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Council Meeting Minutes
OCTOBER 27,2008
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on October 27,2008, at 7:00 p.m., in the
Council Chambers.
Councillor Hooper 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
Purchasing Manager, J. Barber
Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Solicitor, D. Hefferon
Director of Operations, F. Horvath
Director of FinancelTreasurer, N. Taylor
Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief, G. Weir
Manager of Park Development, P. Windolf
Administrative Assistant to the Municipal Clerk, C. Fleming
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor Novak indicated that she would be stating a pecuniary interest with respect
to Item 11 of Report #1 and By-laws 2008-189 and 2008-190.
Councillor Robinson indicated that he would be stating a pecuniary interest with
respect to Correspondence Item D - 11 .
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Abernethy announced the following:
. On Thursday, October 23, 2008, he attended the Durham Region Police
Services Appreciation Dinner and Awards Night providing an opportunity for
business and community leaders to express appreciation to Durham
Regional Police Officers.
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. On Friday, October 24, 2008, he addressed the Rotary Club of Courtice
presenting a financial overview, growth issues and the Municipality's
Corporate Strategic Business Plan.
. On Saturday, October 25, 2008, he attended the 6th Annual Clarington
Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The guest speaker for the
evening was Paul Henderson, famous goal-scorer. Inductees included
Lori Glazier, Sommer West, Garry Bachman, Jack Brough and AI Osborne
(posthumous), and the Splash Fitness Fundraising Committee in the
honourary category.
Councillor Novak announced the following:
. On Saturday, October 25,2008, she, along with Councillors Foster and
Hooper, assisted CLOCA in putting up bird boxes.
. Today she attended the official unveiling of the Regional Municipality of
Durham Promenade at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology
(UOIT).
Councillor Novak also advised the farming community that a pack of coyotes have
taken down a large animal in the vicinity of Harmony Road North and Coates Road.
Councillor Hooper announced the following:
. The Apple Festival and Craft Sale held on Saturday, October 18,2008, was
a huge success. Councillor Hooper extended appreciation to staff for their
efforts and also advised that Durham Transit was satisfied with the number
of people who took advantage of the free service.
. He attended the first information session for the OPG New Nuclear build at
Darlington.
Councillor Robinson advised the Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner was hosted by
the Clarington Museum on October 21,2008. The event was very well attended and
he expressed appreciation to staff.
Councillor Trim announced that over 325 vehicles brought hazardous waste products
for disposal to the Household Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste collection event
held at the Bowmanville Indoor Soccer West Parking Lot on Saturday, October 25,
2008.
Councillor Foster announced that the Rotary Club of Courtice will be hosting a Charity
Euchre Tournament on Saturday, November 8, 2008 at Dr. G. J. MacGillivray Public
School.
Mayor Abernethy announced that the 21 st Annual Harvest Ball took place on Friday,
October 24, 2008. The sold-out event was held in support of the Memorial Hospital
Foundation - Bowmanville.
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Mayor Abernethy commented further on the official unveiling of the Regional
Municipality of Durham Promenade at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology
announced earlier in the meeting by Councillor Novak. He stated the Region of
Durham has gifted $10 million to UOIT through in-kind support and pledges to capital
projects. Mayor Abernethy acknowledged both the University of Ontario Institute of
Technology and Durham College as economic drivers for the Region and encouraged
students to consider both institutions for post-secondary education as there are
various emerging industries that will require an expanded workforce.
MINUTES
Resolution #C-505-08
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on October 14, 2008, be
approved.
"CARRIED"
PRESENTATIONS
Glenn Rainbird, O.C., Chair and Michael Angemeer, President and CEO, Veridian
Corporation, addressed Council to present Veridian's Annual Shareholders' Report
providing details on past accomplishments, challenges and opportunities facing the
company.
Mr. Rainbird advised the Municipality of Clarington is one of four shareholders in
Veridian Corporation and as Chair of the Board of Directors, he is pleased to advise
that 2007 was a year of very solid performance, and that Veridian has provided an
excellent rate of return for its shareholders by practicing sound fiscal management
while maintaining reasonable rates for its users. He noted last year, the Board
adopted a new approach to the dividend process and put into place a five-year
escalating dividend plan and changed their payment policy to provide for quarterly
dividend payments. Mr. Rainbird stated the approach allows municipalities to plan on
cash flow and noted the Municipality of Clarington has already received three dividend
payments this year. Mr. Rainbird advised Veridian has set a challenging ambition for
itself and will seek new opportunities in the regulated and non-regulated business. He
noted in 2008, a new labour agreement was signed which will be in effect until March
2011 and that recently the company exceeded 2 million hours without a lost-time
accident. Mr. Rainbird introduced Michael Angemeer to highlight key
accompl ishments.
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Michael Angemeer reviewed Veridian Corporation's vision and highlighted key
business goals, including the goal to achieve 50% growth by 2012, to be in the top
10% of utilities for customer satisfaction, to be in the top 25% of utilities for system
reliability, to provide high value and low cost service to customers, to achieve a low
carbon footprint, to achieve excellence in safety and to provide a rewarding workplace
for employees. Mr. Angemeer stated Veridian has had open discussion with other
companies on potential acquisitions or mergers and indicated that Veridian's net
income was $8.9 million for 2007, with a 10.2% return on equity. He noted reliability
improved 28% with respect to power interruptions and that they are working on a
business plan for network intelligence and will be further investing in the plan over the
next year. Mr. Angemeer highlighted other technologies including the installation of
40,000 smart meters with 40,000 additional meters to be installed in 2008. He also
noted that customer satisfaction for 2007 was 95% bringing Veridian into the top 10%
of utilities in Canada. Mr. Angemeer encouraged the public to review Veridian's
website to learn about their "Peak Saver" and "Great Refrigerator Round-up"
Programs. A copy of Veridian Corporation 2007 Annual Report was provided to all
Members of Council.
Mayor Abernethy introduced Brian Mountford and Ralph Sutton, Veridian Board
Members also in attendance this evening.
Councillor Novak advised this evening's presentation on Clarington Trails had been
developed by herself and Peter Windolf, Manager of Park Development, for
presentation to the Durham Trails Committee. Councillor Novak advised each
municipality presented an inventory of their trail system to the Committee to use as a
platform for other Committee initiatives. Councillor Novak introduced Peter Windolf to
conduct the presentation.
Through use of a PowerPoint presentation, Peter Windolf, Manager of Park
Development, provided a brief overview of the recreational trail system in Clarington
and highlighted future opportunities for trail construction. Mr. Windolf noted
recreational trails have proven to be popular with the public in providing a variety of
recreational opportunities for both young and old. He noted the majority of Clarington
trails have been built in the southern part of the Municipality in Courtice, Bowmanville
and Newcastle. Mr. Windolf highlighted individual trails including the Waterfront Trail,
the Courtice Millennium Trail, the Bowmanville Valley Trail (Valleys 2000), the Soper
Creek Trail, the Newcastle Lions Trail, and the Sidney B. Rutherford Trail. He noted
the most extensive development of trails in the Municipality is the Waterfront Trail, a
combination of both on and off-road routes with some of the newest sections
constructed in Newcastle along the lake and along Graham Creek. Mr. Windolf also
noted that the Oak Ridges Trail extends across the north end of the municipality. He
highlighted partnership and funding opportunities that have been formed with service
clubs, schools, and other agencies and land use agreements for the construction of
trails. Mr. Windolf advised of plans to build more trails as opportunities become
available and noted with new development, the municipality attempts to acquire land
along valley lands.
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Mr. Windolf also advised that the Region of Durham Trails Co-Ordinating Committee
has produced a trail network map, guidelines for trail construction and are working on
a Regional Trails Signage Program.
DELEGATIONS
Nick Krishko was called but was not present.
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-506-08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the
exception of Correspondence Items I - 6, I - 7 and I - 8.
"CARRIED"
I - 1 Minutes of the Tyrone Community Centre Executive Board dated
October 15, 2008.
1-2 Minutes of the Santa Claus Parade Committee dated September 8,
and October 20, 2008.
1-3 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham, advising Council that he has
followed up with Chief Mike Ewles, Durham Regional Police Service
regarding public safety on overpasses during repatriation of Canadian
Soldiers and that the matter will be referred to Inspector Charlie
Green for further consideration; and further advised that the Staff
Sergeant and Inspector assumed traffic control duties during the
repatriation ceremony on September 8, 2008, which allowed other
officers to respond to emergencies as necessary.
I - 4 The Honourable Jim Watson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and
Housing expressing his pleasure at meeting Members of Council and
staff representatives at the Annual Association of Municipalities of
Ontario (AMO) Conference which provided him with the opportunity to
listen to and learn from discussions of municipal issues, challenges
and opportunities; and, advising he looks forward to continuing to
work with community leaders in partnership with the Ministry and
AMO on behalf of Ontario municipalities.
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I - 5 Kathy Blake, Municipal Relations Representative, Municipal Property
Assessment Corporation (MPAC) advising Property Assessment
Notices will be mailed to every property owner in Ontario this fall
based on a January 1, 2008 valuation date; advising of a number of
changes to the property assessment system which take effect for the
2009 property tax year including the introduction of a four-year
assessment update cycle and a phase-in of assessment increases;
enclosing an information kit to assist staff who may receive public
inquiries; and, advising enquiries about Property Assessment Notices
and assessment in general may be directed to MPAC's website at
www.mpac.ca or to their Customer Contact Centre at 1-866-296-
6722.
I - 9 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham, advising he has referred Council's
resolution regarding the exemption of Provincial Sales Tax on goods
and services purchased by Police Services in Ontario to
Premier McGivney to help in ensuring that the resolution from Owen
Sound City Council and Clarington's support for the resolution are
brought to the attention of the Provincial Government.
I - 10 Jim Hankinson, President and CEO, Ontario Power Generation,
(OPG) forwarding OPG's semi-annual Performance Report covering
the first half of 2008, providing an update on key aspects of their
operations including electricity production, financial performance,
environmental and community initiatives and new generation
development.
I - 11 Chi Nguyen objecting to the proposed "Energy-From-Waste" facility
and urging Council to support more environmentally sustainable and
fiscally responsible alternatives.
I - 6 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that
on October 8, 2008, the Region of Durham adopted the following
resolution pertaining to the Proposed Regional Revitalization Program
(RRP):
"a) THAT the proposed Regional Revitalization Program (RRP) to
provide financial assistance, through the area municipalities, to
revitalization projects individually approved by Regional Council
during the annual business planning review, with the following
key elements, be approved and implemented:
i) The RRP will target new Community Improvement Plan
(CIP) projects as recommended by area municipalities;
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ii) The RRP will focus on initiatives that advance the goals of
the Regional Official Plan (ROP) as a basis for achieving
positive economic and community objectives;
iii) The RRP encourages both residential and employment
growth in the Region's key urban locations, including
Regional Centres and Regional Corridors; and brownfield
sites throughout the Region, which will be given preference;
iv) The project must entail significant and substantial
revitalization and/or development. Construction cannot
already be underway. Examples of eligible project types
are:
. New construction;
. Addition to existing;
. Redevelopment
. Brownfield Redevelopment;
v) The RRP continue for a five year term (2008 to 2013) with
an annual review by Regional Council of the RRP to
determine its effectiveness and need for continuation;
vi) Program eligibility will be determined through the submission
of an application, including a business case by the
supporting area municipality, which demonstrates the
benefits of the project and the need for Regional financial
assistance. Area municipalities must submit an application,
including a business case, to the Region's Commissioner of
Finance by September 1 st of any given year for
consideration in the subsequent year's funding allocation;
vii) Applications will be reviewed and evaluated by the
Commissioners of Planning, Works and Finance to ensure
that program eligibility and business case requirements are
addressed;
viii) Recommendations regarding project selection will be
presented to a Joint Finance & Administration, Planning and
Works Committee and Regional Council. Final funding
approval will be contingent upon the Regional Business
Planning and Budget process;
ix) Regional financial assistance under the RRP will not be
greater than the area municipality's financial assistance;
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x) Funds for approved community improvement projects will be
transferred to the applicable area municipality at the
following stages:
. Building permit issued by area municipality 50%
. Framing inspection passed by local building
Inspection authority 25%
. Occupancy permit received from local building
authority or passed preoccupancy inspection of
those municipalities who do not issue an occupancy
permit 25%
xi) The participating area municipalities will be required to
provide relevant project information for all qualified
community improvement projects approved through the RRP
on an annual basis for the five years after substantial
occupancy of each project. A summary of these monitoring
reports will be presented to Regional Council on an annual
basis for consideration, prior to approval of subsequent
annual budget allocations to new projects;
xii) Funding will be provided through the recommended new
Regional Revitalization Reserve Fund, which will be
replenished through the dedication of the increased
Regional property tax revenue of the RRP projects, resulting
from increased current value assessment, for a time period
after substantial occupancy to be determined by Regional
Council at project approval;
b) THAT a Regional Revitalization Reserve Fund be established to
provide one-time funding to approved revitalization projects per
the conditions of the RRP, and include the following conditions
and sources of funding:
i) Seed funding in the amount of approximately $1.0 million be
transferred from the Industrial Land Reserve Fund to the
Regional Revitalization Reserve Fund;
ii) For five years after substantial occupancy, the increased tax
revenue generated from the Pilot Regional Downtown
Revitalization project at 44-50 Bond Street in the City of
Oshawa, as a result of the increased current value
assessment, be directed into the Regional Revitalization
Reserve Fund;
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iii) The increased property tax revenue generated from the
increased current value assessment of approved projects of
the RRP be used to replenish the Regional Revitalization
Reserve Fund for a time period after substantial occupancy
to be determined by Regional Council at time of project
approval;
c) THAT the RRP be implemented upon approval of the ROP
Amendment necessary to enable the Region to participate in
Community Improvement Plans (anticipated in November 2008);
and
d) THAT a copy of Joint Report #2008-J-37 be forwarded to the area
municipalities for their information and future use."
Resolution #C-507 -08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item I - 6 from the Region of Durham with respect to the
Proposed Regional Revitalization Plan be received and referred to the Director
of Planning Services.
"CARRIED"
1-7 Sylvie Grenier, Manager, Affordability and Choice Today (ACT), a
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation funded program
delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities in
collaboration with the Canadian Home Builders' Association and the
Canadian Housing and Renewal Association, advising of ACT grants
of up to $5,000 to hold workshops or training sessions with municipal
staff, industry members and other key stakeholders to facilitate
transfer of knowledge and implementation of existing regulatory
solutions that contribute to housing affordability or that increase
housing options. The application form and "About ACT Grants" are
available at www.actproqram.com. Application deadline is
November 28, 2008.
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Resolution #C-508-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item 1- 7 from Affordability and Choice Today (ACT),
with respect to ACT Grants be referred to the Director of Planning Services.
"CARRIED"
1-8 Mary Tillcock, Run Day Organizer, The Terry Fox Run 2008 for
Cancer Research thanking Members of Council, Municipal Staff and
Clarington Tourism for their support of this year's run held on
September 14, 2008; and, advising that early results for Clarington
indicate that the 28th Anniversary of Terry's Marathon of Hope has
raised over $60,000 for cancer research through the efforts of 1000
Clarington participants.
Resolution #C-509-08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Mary Tillcock, Run Day Organizer, The Terry Fox Run 2008, and Event
Volunteers be thanked, on behalf of the Municipality, for their efforts in the
success of the 28th Anniversary of Terry's Marathon of Hope.
"CARRIED"
CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Resolution #C-51 0-08
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda with the exception of
Items D - 4, D - 6 and D - 10 to D - 12, inclusive.
"CARRIED"
D - 1 Mary-Anne Muizelaar, Club President, Bowmanville Toastmasters
Club, a non-profit organization devoted to helping people develop
their communication and leadership skills, advising that Bowmanville
Toastmasters are celebrating 21 years of continued success on
Saturday, November 8, 2008, and requesting that the week of
November 8,2008, be proclaimed "Bowmanville Toastmasters
Week".
(Proclaimed)
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D - 2 Edmond Vanhaverbeke expressing concern that the provision of
bicycle and multi-purpose traffic lanes are lacking in Clarington and
that road construction or rehabilitation is being undertaken without
consideration of the inclusion of separate bike/walking lanes or
paved shoulders. Mr. Vanhaverbeke states that cycling lanes would
be a boon for tourism and would address safety concerns and hopes
that in future, Council and staff have more concern for non-
automotive traffic in view of the environment, physical fitness,
recreation and tourism aspects.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Engineering Services)
D - 3 J. Black, Secretary, Newcastle Business Improvement Association,
requesting investigation into additional parking space in downtown
Newcastle to benefit the foreseeable expansion of the downtown
business area.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Engineering Services)
D - 5 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham, forwarding a copy of
correspondence from Kelly-Ann Maika opposing the requirement for
cats to be leashed in Clarington as she feels this is contradictory to
promoting a "green" Ontario by encouraging the use of pesticides
instead of permitting cats to control mice, rats and sick birds as
nature intended; advising low cat populations are directly linked to
disease in several areas of the world; and questioning the logic of
enacting a by-law just to keep gardens free of cats.
(Correspondence referred to the
Municipal Clerk)
D - 7 Nestor Chornobay, Director, Strategic Planning Branch, Region of
Durham, forwarding a copy of Commissioner's Report 2008-P-72
regarding the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee, 2008 Farm
Tour.
(Correspondence referred to the
Agricultural Advisory Committee of
Clarington)
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D - 8 Kristin Robinson expressing disappointment that bicycle lanes have
not been included in the road construction currently underway on the
north side of Highway 2 in the vicinity of Green Road. Ms. Robinson
feels that bicycle lanes could be added whenever road construction
takes place and over time a network of connecting lanes would allow
for a safer mode of transportation for cyclists and provide an
environmentally friendly transportation network.
(Correspondence referred to the
Director of Engineering Services)
D - 9 Terry Downey, Executive Vice-President, Ontario Federation of
Labour, requesting November 6, 2008, be proclaimed "Community
Social Service Workers Appreciation Day" in recognition of the
essential services social service workers provide in building strong
communities and making life better for families and individuals.
(Proclaimed)
D - 4 Leonard Corvers, expressing concern with the rental of the
Newtonville Community Centre, located adjacent to his property, as
renters of the Centre continue to use his property as if it were part of
the rental to park, smoke and play; expressing concern with the
issue of liability; and, requesting a fence be erected along both the
east and south sides of the Community Centre to protect privacy and
to clearly denote the property line between the Centre and his
property.
Resolution #C-511-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Correspondence Item D - 4 from Leonard Corvers with respect to rental
of the Newtonville Community Centre be referred to the Director of Operations.
"CARRIED"
D - 6 Brad Sinclair advising that he has operated a beach volleyball league
in Clarington since 1995 and currently runs the Port of Newcastle
beach volleyball league on the Kaitlin property at the Newcastle
Marina; advising that due to future development in the area the
league may not be able to use the location in the near future; and,
requesting that the Municipality consider installing two beach
volleyball courts at the new Newcastle and District Recreation
Complex or other suitable location and provide programming in
response to the growing popularity of beach volleyball in Durham
Region and to provide community fun and enjoyment to residents.
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Resolution #C-512-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item D - 6 from Brad Sinclair with respect to the
installation of outdoor beech volleyball courts be referred to the Director of
Community Services and the Director of Engineering Services.
"CARRIED"
D - 10
Blair Labelle, Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk, Town of
Ajax, writing to Susan Self, Chair, Region CTC Source Protection
Committee advising that on September 22,2008, the Town of Ajax
adopted the following resolution pertaining to Comments on Draft
Proposed Terms of Reference for Drinking Water Source Protection
Plans:
"1. THAT the report entitled "Comments on Draft Proposed Terms of
Reference for Drinking Water Source Protection Plans" be
endorsed subject to the addition of specific language to be
included within the body of the report indicating that water quality
problems in the nearshore waters of Lake Ontario are also being
experienced in other lower tier municipalities within Durham
Region;
2. THAT the Ministry of the Environment be strongly urged to better
protect public health in the Town of Ajax and other Great Lakes
communities through this process by:
a) revising the Draft Proposed Terms of Reference to require
assessment of both acute and chronic public heath threats
posed by the contaminants (pathogens and chemicals) that
have been discharged into Lake Ontario (the Ajax
community's source of drinking water) from the Duffin Creek
sewage treatment plant for 30 years and which will continue
to do so through the 21 st century and beyond, including the
accumulating contaminants in nearshore waters, algal
matter, beach sand and sediments on the Lake bottom;
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b) requiring the installation of more effective contaminant-
removal technologies in drinking water treatment plants,
especially the Ajax water supply plant due to its intake
pipe's proximity in Lake Ontario to the outfall pipe of the
Duffin Creek sewage treatment plant, such as the new
ozonation process being implemented by the City of
Montreal, through amendments to existing Ministry of the
Environment Certificates of Approval soon;
c) requiring identification of "legacy" contaminants from
closed, aging landfills and the recently decommissioned
Stouffville sewage treatment plant in the water and
sediments along the Duffins Creek and in the water and
lakebed sediments in the nearshore of Lake Ontario at Ajax
and assess the associate risks; and
d) funding a detailed study, with the Durham Region Health
Department, Environment Canada, Ministry of the
Environment and the Toronto Region Conservation
Authority of the public health threats posed by the bacteria
and, potentially, viruses harboured in shoreline algae and
beach sand along the Ajax waterfront, especially at Rotary
Park Beach, which the Medical Officer of Health has
permanently posted to prohibit swimming and bathing;
3. THAT the Draft Proposed Terms of Reference be revised to
require direct participation by local municipal staff and include
estimates of the costs to be incurred by local municipalities in the
development of source water protection policies, establishing
and implementing conformity amendments to local municipal
Official Plans and Zoning By-laws and implementing Source
Protection Plans, and defending against appeals of such new
policies at the Ontario Municipal Board; and
4. THAT this report be sent to the CTC Source Protection
Committee, Environment Canada, Health Canada, the Ministries
of the Environment, Energy and Public Infrastructure Renewal,
Natural Resources and Municipal Affairs, the Great Lakes and
St. Lawrence Cities Initiative, the Durham Region Medical Officer
of Health, and other municipalities within Durham Region and
the Environmental Commissioner for Ontario."
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Resolution #C-513-08
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the resolution from the Town of Ajax with respect to comments on the
Draft Proposed Terms of Reference for Drinking Water Source Protection Plans
be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Robinson stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence
Item D - 11 as he is related to both parties involved. Councillor Robinson
refrained from discussion and voting on this matter.
D - 11
Joan Paul, Secretary, Kendal Community Centre, requesting
assistance by way of a mediator to represent the Kendal Community
Centre Board in resolving an issue affecting the Board.
Resolution #C-514-08
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the Director of Operations be requested to provide assistance, on behalf
of the Municipality, to meet with the parties in an effort to resolve an issue
affecting the Board.
"CARRIED"
D - 12
Tom Barrie, Chair, Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington,
advising Council that the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee
adopted the following resolution:
"WHEREAS farming is the #1 industry in Clarington; and
WHEREAS the Greenbelt and Places to Grow legislation was
designed to help protect farmland; and
WHEREAS the best farmland in southern Ontario is within sight of the
CN Tower; and
WHEREAS the most productive farmland within the "white belt" has
now been identified by the Region of Durham as the future
employment and urban residential lands to 2031 and 2056; and
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WHEREAS identifying the lands would eliminate the urban separators
between Courtice and Bowmanville and Bowmanville and Newcastle
in Clarington, contrary to the Durham Region and Clarington's current
Official Plans; and
WHEREAS farmland is necessary for food security;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Agricultural
Advisory Committee of Clarington is requesting Clarington Council, all
other local municipalities in Durham Region, the Durham Agricultural
Advisory Committee and the Durham Environmental Advisory
Committee to call on Regional Council to support protection of
agricultural lands within the white belt by redirecting the Grow
Durham planning initiative focus to exploration of alternate solutions
for urban development and intensification with appropriate planning
measures to protect responsible agricultural practices (e.g. buffers
and setbacks)."
Resolution #C-515-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item D - 12 from the Agricultural Advisory Committee of
Clarington with respect to protection of agricultural lands be referred to the
Director of Planning Services for consideration in preparing comments on the
Durham Growth Plan; and,
THAT the resolution of the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington be
forwarded to the Region of Durham, the Durham Agricultural Advisory
Committee, the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee and other local
municipalities in Durham Region.
"CARRIED"
COMMITTEE REPORT(S)
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report October 20,2008
Resolution #C-516-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of October 20,2008
be approved, with the exception of Items #4 and #11.
"CARRIED"
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Item #4
Resolution #C-517 -08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Report P S D-1 05-08 be received;
THAT Amendment No. 64 to the Clarington Official Plan as submitted by the Durham
Church Network, to permit a Church and its associated Day Care, Parking Areas and
Playing Fields in the Rural Residential Cluster and Green Space, be adopted as indicated
in Attachment 4 to Report PSD-1 05-08 and that the necessary by-law contained in
Attachment 4 to Report PSD-1 05-08, be passed, and further that the amendment be
forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Durham for approval;
THAT the Regional Municipality of Durham Planning Department be sent a copy of Report
PSD-105-08;
THAT staff be directed to meet with area residents prior to reporting to Council regarding a
rezoning for the subject property; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-1 05-08 and any delegations be advised of
Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Novak stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Item 11 of
Report #1 as she has an employment affiliation with Great West Life Assurance
Company. Councillor Novak refrained from discussion and voting on this matter.
Item #11
Resolution #C-518-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Report COD-064-08 be received;
THAT the presentation provided by Buffett Taylor Employee Consulting be received;
THAT Great West Life Assurance Company be awarded the contract for the provision
of Employee and Dependent Life, Long Term Disability, Health and Dental coverage
for a minimum four year term with a review at the conclusion for a possible renewal of
a further term pending satisfactory service and acceptable terms;
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THAT Chubb Insurance Company of Canada be awarded the contract for the
provision of Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage for a minimum four year
term with a review at the conclusion for a possible renewal of a further term pending
satisfactory service and acceptable terms;
THAT staff be authorized to proceed with negotiations of a final agreement with Great
West Life Assurance Company and Chubb Insurance Company on behalf of the
Municipality;
THAT the By-laws marked Schedule "A" and "B" attached to Report COD-064-08,
authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute agreements with the Great West Life
Assurance Company and Chubb Insurance Company of Canada, be approved; and
THAT the Director of Corporate Services be authorized to approve administrative
policies/agreements as required.
"CARRIED"
BUSINESS ARISING FROM NOTICE OF MOTION
There were no Notices of Motion introduced under this section of the Agenda.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-519-08
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Report PSD-099-08 be lifted from the table.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-520-08
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Report PSD-099-08 and Addendum to PSD-099-08 be received;
THAT the application to amend the Municipality of Clarington Zoning By-law 84-63, as
amended, be approved and that the By-law as contained in Attachment 4 to PSD-099-
08 be passed;
THAT the proposed changes to By-law 84-63 in regards to Aggregate Extraction
Areas continue to be reviewed and an additional public meeting be scheduled;
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THAT the Planning Services Department examine whether any changes are required
to the Official Plan with respect to commercial recreational vehicle storage area uses
outside of Industrial Areas in the Municipality of Clarington and report back within four
weeks; and
THAT all interested parties listed in this report and any delegations be advised of
Council's decision.
"CARRIED AS AMENDED
LATER IN THE MEETING"
(See following amending motion)
Resolution #C-521-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the foregoing resolution #C-520-08 be amended as follows:
"That Attachment 4 to PSD-099-08, being proposed By-law 2008-169, be amended by
adding the following words to the end of Section 3.16 m. ii) "but within an urban area,
as identified in the Clarington Official Plan, shall not be permitted within a tent, shelter,
canopy, enclosure or similar structure covered with fabric, polyester or similar
covering material."
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-520-08 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED.
BY-LAWS
Resolution #C-522-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2008-169 and 2008-184 to 2008-188
inclusive;
2008-169 Being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of
Newcastle (Municipality of Clarington)
2008-184 Being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 64, to the Clarington
Official Plan (The Durham Church Network)
2008-185 Being a by-law to adopt Bowmanville Community Improvement
Plan Amendment No. 1
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2008-186
2008-187
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Being a by-law to amend By-law 2005-145, a by-law respecting
the appointment of a Chief Building Official, Building Inspectors,
Plumbing Inspectors and Fire Safety Inspectors
Being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington, the Newcastle
Skating Club and the Newcastle Memorial Arena Board to execute
a collaborative agreement regarding the construction of a
music/storage room at the Newcastle Memorial Arena
Being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Clarington Kids
Inc., Courtice, Ontario, to enter into agreement for the lease space
at Courtice Community Complex, 2950 Courtice Road North,
Courtice, Ontario; and
THAT the said by-laws be now read a first, second and third time and finally
approved.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Novak stated a pecuniary interest with respect to By-laws 2008-198
and 2008-190 as she has an employment affiliation with Great West Life
Assurance Company. Councillor Novak refrained from discussion and voting on
these matters.
Resolution #C-523-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2008-189 and 2008-190 inclusive;
2008-189
2008-190
Being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Great West Life
Assurance Company, Ontario, for the Provision of Employee
Group Benefits
Being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Chubb Insurance
Company of Canada for the Provision of Employee Group
Benefits; and
THAT the said by-laws be now read a first, second and third time and finally approved.
"CARRIED"
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Deputy Mayor Novak assumed the Chair.
NOTICE OF MOTION
Mayor Abernethy and Councillor Trim gave notice of the following motion for
consideration at the next regular Council meeting:
"THAT award of the Request for Proposal RFP 2008-2 for the lease of space at
the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex, recommended in Report COD-39-
08 and approved by Resolution #GPA-445-08, be rescinded;
THAT the Request for Proposal RFP2008-2 process for the lease of space at
the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex be cancelled and the proponents be
advised accordingly;
THAT the requirements of Purchasing By-law #2006-127 be waived to facilitate
a single source negotiation for the lease space at the Garnet B. Rickard
Recreation Complex;
THAT the Manager of Purchasing be authorized to enter into negotiation with
Community Care Durham for the lease of required space at the Garnet B.
Rickard Recreation Complex; and
THAT staff report back to Council on the results of the discussions with
Community Care Durham, and options regarding any residual space."
Mayor Abernethy resumed the Chair.
OTHER INFORMATION
There was no other information considered under this Section of the Agenda.
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Councillors Novak and Robinson stated pecuniary interests earlier in the meeting and
refrained from voting on the Confirming By-law.
Resolution #C-524-08
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2008-191, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
on the 2ih day of October, 2008; and
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THAT the said by-law be now read a first, second and third time and finally approved.
"CARRIED"
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-525-08
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:35 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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