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Council Meeting Minutes
JANUARY 26, 2009
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on January 26, 2009, at 7:00 p.m., in the
Council Chambers.
Councillor Foster led the meeting in prayer.
ROLL CALL
Present Were: Mayor J. Abernethy
Councillor A. Foster
Councillor R. Hooper
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor G. Robinson
Councillor C. Trim
Councillor W. Woo
Also Present: Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Director of Operations, F. Horvath
Director of Corporate Services and Human Resources,
M. Marano
Director of Finance/Treasurer, 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
Councillor Hooper indicated that he would be stating a pecuniary interest with respect
to Item 2 of Report #2 (Report PSD-010-09) and By-law 2009-010.
Councillor Foster indicated that he would be stating a pecuniary interest with respect
to Item 2 of Report #1.
Mayor Abernethy indicated that he would be stating a pecuniary interest with respect
to Correspondence Items D - 4 and D – 8.
Council Meeting Minutes - 2 - January 26, 2009
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Novak announced the following:
At the Central Lake Ontario Conservation (CLOCA) board meeting on
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January 20, 2009, Councillor Gerry Emm, of the Town of Whitby, was re-
elected to his third term as Chair of the Conservation Authority and
Councillor Rick Johnson, representing the City of Pickering, was elected
Vice-Chair.
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On January 27, 2009, the fifth Public Information Centre for the Highway 407
East Environmental Assessment will be held at the Garnet B. Rickard
Recreation Complex from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Councillor Novak urged
members of the public to attend the session.
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On January 21, 2009, Doug Allingham attended the Courtice Business Group
meeting to make a presentation on the Highway 407 East EA providing an
opportunity to ask questions on Highway 407 strategies.
Councillor Hooper announced that the Sara Jane Williams Heritage Centre will be
hosting the Dinosaurs & Company event January 10, 2009 to April 30, 2009. Events
include Dinosaur Hunters – P.A. Day Camp, January 30, 2009, Diggin’ Dinosaurs –
March Break History Camp, March 16 to 20, 2009, Prehistoric Family Fun Day –
February 16, 2009, and Night at the Museum – February 28, 2009.
Councillor Foster announced that Darlington Nuclear has been selected from 146
sites across North America to receive the prestigious “Signatures of Sustainability
Award” from the Wildlife Habitat Council.
Councillor Woo announced that the winter session for the House Squash League has
started at the Clarington Fitness Centre. Instructors are available and two courts can
be reserved at the Centre.
Councillor Trim announced that the Durham Region will be receiving an environmental
award for the Courtice Water Pollution Plant Project, a technical innovation award and
Certificate of Appreciation for computer-based applications and also advised that
Espresso Legato, Pita Pit and Steamers Restaurant were recognized under the Eat
Smart! Program. Councillor Trim also attended the Dine Safe meeting concerningthe
new foodsafety inspection disclosure program commencing on March 2, 2009, a
program designed to give the public quick and easy access to the results of food
safety inspections. He noted inspection summary signs will be posted with Green
(PASS), Yellow (CONDITIONAL PASS) or Red (CLOSED).
Mayor Abernethy announced that on Saturday, January 24, 2009, he attended the first
Robbie Burns dinner held at the Orono Town Hall. He stated the sold-out event was
very entertaining and that funds were raised in support of moving the Kirby Church.
Council Meeting Minutes - 3 - January 26, 2009
MINUTES
Resolution #C-022-09
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on January 12, 2009, be
approved.
"CARRIED"
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Abernethy welcomed the press, members of the gallery and those viewing
tonight's proceedings from home as he presented the Annual "State of Clarington"
Address. Mayor Abernethy advised that Council and staff have accomplished many
things in the past two years. In 2007, he directed the Chief Administrative Officer to
develop a Corporate Strategic Plan to guide the course of action for this term of
Council. The Corporate Strategic Business Plan brought together the experience and
skill of Municipal staff and the energy and will of Council to develop a blueprint for
tomorrow, and to create a framework to build a prosperous and sustainable
community. Mayor Abernethy discussed how growth has created challenges to the
2009 Operating Budget and how the Corporate Strategic Business Plan will help to
manage the affairs of the municipality in the future. In October 2008, the Chief
Administrative Officer provided a public Progress Report on the Corporate Strategic
Business Plan, as a way of documenting and measuring the goals that have been
achieved and those which are outstanding. Mayor Abernethy encouraged Members
of the Public to review and provide feedback on the Corporate Strategic Plan, which is
available on the Municipality's website www.Clarington.net or to pick up a copy of the
Plan from Town Hall. Mayor Abernethy stated this year, Council's most formidable
challenge will be "Managing our Growth" so that it ensures a healthy environment to
raise families, indicating we should not pay a price for growth or change but rather it
should support the reasons why we live in Clarington. Mayor Abernethy
acknowledged that the Municipality has benefited from new development charge
dollars and new tax assessment dollars that go hand in hand with new growth in
helping to fund new arenas, pools and sports complexes, new roads and parks; but,
that the financial obligations in building and managing the things that make Clarington
the community that it is must be met. The Mayor indicated that unfortunately when
growth slows, so does the flow of growth dollars relied upon to repay the $34 million
Municipal debt. In 2007, the Municipality conducted a Financial Impact Study to
determine the true cost of growth to Clarington which revealed that growth does not
pay for growth. The findings of that study have resulted in substantial increases in the
rates charged for all permits issued within the municipality in order to offset the impact
of the new growth infrastructure costs to existing taxpayers and that this has greatly
impacted the cost of all new development within Clarington. Mayor Abernethy
confirmed that growth must be sustainable and at a rate that is absorbed by the
community and should create good paying jobs.
Council Meeting Minutes - 4 - January 26, 2009
Mayor Abernethy stated that 2009 and possibly 2010 will create challenges for the
Community; however, there are positive happenings in Clarington with the
construction of the Nuclear New Build at Darlington Nuclear that will provide a
tremendous boost to the economies of Clarington, the Region of Durham and beyond
and will play a major role in the development of Durham Region becoming the “Energy
Capital of Ontario” and will provide thousands of jobs. Mayor Abernethy highlighted
other major infrastructure projects slated for Clarington still undergoing the
Environmental Assessment process including Highway 407 East expansion,
Bowmanville GO Train Station, Energy-From-Waste facility and the Port Granby Low
Level Waste Removal Project. In total, if all go ahead as planned, within the next
eight years as much as $20 billion dollars of infrastructure projects will be completed
in Clarington. Durham College, UOIT and Lakeridge Health will all play an important
role. The influx of thousands of additional workers and their families into Clarington
will certainly create additional pressures on the hospital. Mayor Abernethy stated it is
imperative that Lakeridge Health, the Local Health Integrated Networks and the
Ontario Minister of Health begin plans to meet demands that these infrastructure
projects will place on the Bowmanville Hospital so that high quality health care
services are preserved. Stimulating the economy is the responsibility of the Federal
and Provincial governments; however, Mayor Abernethy indicated that the
municipality will do its part by injecting most of the $60 million 2009 budget into the
local economy. Mayor Abernethy stated that later this evening, Council will be
deliberating the 2009 Municipal Budget. The 2009 budgetary process has been open
and transparent generating much discussion and debate within the Council Chambers
and the community and Council has been listening to the comments. Mayor
Abernethy summarized by stating “a small group with a common goal, not caring who
gets the credit, can change the world”.
Dr. Tony Stone addressed Council extending appreciation to Council for their support
of building health care infrastructure in the community and expressing concern
regarding the future of Lakeridge Health Bowmanville’s Emergency Department as an
acute care hospital. Dr. Stone stated that Lakeridge Health Bowmanville is on the
verge of losing its special care unit and the ability to manage patients in Bowmanville
if there is no on-site support. He stated family physicians rely on internists who have
the knowledge to look after patients and to transfer patients when further care is
required. Dr. Stone stated that without on-site internists, the logistics of sending
patients to Oshawa every day will be a nightmare for patients; the Oshawa ER
consultants are heavily burdened, and the system is under severe stress. Dr. Stone
advised that quality care in Bowmanville will deteriorate without internists, noting as of
July 1, 2009, there will only be one internist on site. Dr. Stone stated if the ER loses
on-site support it will be difficult to recruit and retain ER doctors and, if the unit closes,
it will be very difficult to re-open. He confirmed that doctors want to see Lakeridge
Health Bowmanville retain its status as an acute care facility and a high quality
institution. Dr. Stone confirmed that they are looking for support from Lakeridge
Health in building Bowmanville’s on-site programs in internal medicine and surgery
and that they don’t want to be downgraded to a rural hospital looked after by family
physicians.
Council Meeting Minutes - 5 - January 26, 2009
Dr. Stone noted that senior administration have not shown support for this model and
they would like senior administration to articulate its vision for Lakeridge Health
Bowmanville. Dr. Stone proposes that community leaders, the Hospital Foundation
and medical staff develop a consensus vision for Lakeridge Health Bowmanville.
DELEGATIONS
There were no delegations considered under this section of the Agenda.
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-023-09
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the
exception of Items I - 2, I - 4, I - 5, I - 7, I - 9, I - 10, I - 17, and I - 18.
“CARRIED”
I - 1 Minutes of the Kawartha Conservation Authority dated November 26,
2008
I - 3 Minutes of the Tyrone Community Centre Board dated December 17,
2008
I - 6 Diane Powers, Chair, Christmas in Clarington Country Committee
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expressing appreciation for Council’s support of the 8 Annual
Christmas in Clarington Tour, in particular, the marketing expertise
and creative artwork provided by the Municipality’s Marketing and
Communications Department which played a major role in the
success of the event.
I - 8 Gail Cosman, President, Nestlé Waters Canada, advising of their
concerns respecting the possibility of a ban on the sale of bottled
water; forwarding a document entitled “In the Know”, a guide to
bottled water and Nestlé Waters Canada; advising of a partnership
between Nestlé Waters Canada and the Government of Quebec and
municipalities across the province to collect and recycle plastic
beverage containers in public spaces; and, requesting permission to
participate in any future discussions related to the continued sale of
bottled water in municipal facilities should the matter be raised in
Clarington.
Council Meeting Minutes - 6 - January 26, 2009
I - 11 Brian Fallis, Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, writing to the
Honourable Jim Bradley, Minister of Transportation, requesting that
the Province renew its financial investment in the Oak Ridges
Moraine by providing additional funding of $30 million to the Oak
Ridges Moraine Foundation (ORMF) to enhance and protect the
ecological integrity of the Moraine in the funding areas of securement,
trail, research and stewardship, and education and outreach.
I - 12 Lori Riviere-Doersam, Planning Department, Region of Durham,
advising nominations are being accepted until March 2, 2009, for the
Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC) Environmental
Achievement Awards, a program established to recognize individual
or group efforts in six award categories who promote, preserve and
enhance Durham’s natural environment. Nomination forms are
available at www.region.durham.on.ca or by contacting Lori Riviere-
Doersam at 905-668-7711.
I - 13 Manny Sousa, Manager, Community and Government Relations,
Enbridge Gas Distribution, providing information on the “Winter
Warmth Fund”, a program designed to help low-income families and
individuals who are having financial difficulties to pay their natural gas
bill. Since the program’s inception in 2004, over 170 households in
Durham Region have received financial assistance. Program details
are available at www.enbridgegas.com/winterwarmth or by calling
905-686-2661.
I - 14 Jean Major, Chief Executive Officer, Alcohol and Gaming
Commission of Ontario (AGCO) responding to Council’s resolution
requesting the AGCO to expedite its modernization of charitable
gaming initiative, particularly as it relates to the application, reporting
and administration process respecting break open tickets and raffles;
advising that based on extensive stakeholder consultations, the
AGCO released a document setting out the directions and priorities
for implementing strategic changes to the charitable gaming
framework, designed to enhance the competitiveness of the industry;
indicating that since embarking on the modernization initiative in
2005, great strides have been made in terms of simplifying and
streamlining the administrative process; acknowledging the
Municipality’s concerns with the reporting process but advising of the
necessity of having effective controls and event monitoring to ensure
that funds being raised are directed to the intended charitable
purposes; and, encouraging staff to continue to work with the
AMCTO’s Charitable Gaming Project Team to explore further
opportunities to ensure that charitable gaming remains a viable
activity for Ontario’s charities and to strengthen the capacity of
municipalities to meet their responsibilities under the new licensing
framework.
Council Meeting Minutes - 7 - January 26, 2009
I - 15 John O’Toole, MPP, Durham, advising he has written to Ontario’s
Minister of Government Services to help ensure that the Municipality’s
concerns regarding the streamlining of the process for licensing
lotteries run by local charities are on record and requesting the
Minister to provide an update on the progress that is being made
towards streamlining and simplifying various lottery activities initiated
by local charities.
I - 16 Patrick (Sid) Ryan, President, CUPE Ontario and Maude Barlow,
Voluntary National Chairperson, The Council of Canadians, advising
of the “Unbottle It!” Bottled Water Educational Tour, a 15-city tour
across Ontario from January 12 to 30, 2009, sponsored by the
Council of Canadians and CUPE Ontario to encourage municipalities
and other institutions to take practical action to “Unbottle It!” and to
generate support for banning bottled water and strengthening public
water infrastructure; and extending an invitation to Members of
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Council to attend a town hall meeting on Wednesday, January 28 at
7:00 p.m. at the Heydenshore Pavilion in Whitby.
I - 19 David L. Cullingworth, Secretary, Newcastle-Bond Head Ratepayers
Association, registering the Association’s concern over the proposed
tax rate increase and proposing that the Municipality of Clarington
and the Region of Durham should strive for an increase as close to
0% as possible in recognition of these difficult economic times.
I - 20 Rosemary Davies expressing concern that taxes in Clarington are too
high and are affecting residents’ ability to keep and maintain their
homes; that she believes that tax dollars are not being spent wisely;
that large families will experience difficulties with the four-bag limit for
refuse collection and that she is opposed to the use of clear garbage
bags; and, suggesting that children should be taught about recycling
at an early age and that the Municipality should consider increased
education to encourage recycling.
I - 21 Darlene Brown, Executive Director, Big Brothers & Sisters of
Clarington, extending an invitation to participate in “Bowl for Kid’s
Sake” to be held February 17 to 23, 2009 at Liberty Bowl, in support
of Big Brothers & Sisters of Clarington programs. On-line registration
and pledging is available at http://clarington.kintera.org/bowlforkids or
bowlers may collect pledges and bring pledge money to the bowling
alley on the day of bowling. In 2008, Big Brothers & Sisters of
Clarington reached more than 350 children with their innovative and
creative programs and are committed to serving more children in
2009.
Council Meeting Minutes - 8 - January 26, 2009
I - 2 Minutes of the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee
dated November 20, 2008.
Resolution #C-023-09
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the minutes of the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee
dated November 20, 2008, be received for information.
“CARRIED”
I - 4 Dan Remollino, P. Eng., Project Manager, 407 East Environmental
Assessment, Ministry of Transportation, responding to the
Municipality’s comments on the Highway 407 East EA as provided in
Staff Report PSD-110-08
Resolution #C-025-09
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item I - 4 from Dan Remollino, P. Eng., Project
Manager, 407 East Environmental Assessment, Ministry of Transportation, with
respect to the Municipality’s comments on the Highway 407 East EA be
received for information.
“CARRIED”
I - 5 Durham Regional Police Service Report summary of findings and
recommendations concerning the Courtice Skate Park.
Resolution #C-026-09
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Durham Regional Police Services be requested to provide a copy of the
full report concerning the Courtice Skate Park to Mayor Abernethy and all
Members of Council.
“CARRIED”
I - 7 The Honourable George Smitherman, Deputy Premier, Minister of
Energy and Infrastructure writing to Mr. Michael Angemeer, President
and CEO, Veridian Power, extending appreciation to Veridian staff for
their efforts in assisting Hydro One in restoring power to more than
200,000 Ontarians over the holiday season.
Council Meeting Minutes - 9 - January 26, 2009
Resolution #C-027-09
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the Mayor be requested to send a letter of appreciation, on behalf of
Council and the residents of Clarington, to publicly thank Veridian staff for their
efforts in assisting Hydro One in restoring power to more than 200,000
Ontarians over the holiday season.
“CARRIED”
I - 9 Adrienne Baltadjian, RD, MHSc, Public Health Nutritionist, Region of
Durham, forwarding copies of the 2008-2009 Eat Smart! Dining
Guide, listing the current Durham Region Eat Smart! Restaurant
winners. The Eat Smart! Program is a provincial program designed to
identify and award restaurants that have an excellent track record in
food safety, have trained food handlers and offer a variety of healthier
food choices.
Resolution #C-028-09
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence I - 9 from Adrienne Baltadjian, RD, MHSc, Public Health
Nutritionist, Region of Durham, with respect to the The Eat Smart! Program be
received for information.
“CARRIED”
I - 10 John Periversoff, Manager, London Devilettes PeeWee B, writing to
Rick Howe, Orono Arena, praising staff and the Orono Arena Board
for the excellent ice conditions, cleanliness and maintenance of the
building, and the professionalism and pride exhibited by staff in
carrying out their duties; and advising they look forward to their next
visit to the Orono arena.
Resolution #C-029-09
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the Mayor be requested to send a letter of appreciation to
Pete Maartense and to staff of the Orono Arena to acknowledge the exceptional
level of service they provide to arena patrons.
“CARRIED”
Council Meeting Minutes - 10 - January 26, 2009
I - 17 Ministry of Transportation advising the fifth round of Public
Information Centres (PIC) concerning the 407 East Environmental
Assessment (EA) and Preliminary Design Study Technically Preferred
Route – Preliminary Design Plans will be held in Clarington on
Tuesday, January 27, 2009, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Garnet
B. Rickard Recreation Complex in Bowmanville; indicating that the
PIC will follow a similar “drop in” format as the previous PIC’s and will
provide information on plans/drawings of the Technically Preferred
Route (TPR) and crossing roads, recommendations and design for
crossing roads (over, under or closure at the TPR), interchange
locations and configurations, local road realignments associated with
the TPR, railway and utility crossings, watercourse crossing
treatments and mitigation strategies, potential watercourse
realignments, stormwater management measures, management
ponds, lighting requirements, potential mitigation measures/strategies
(landscaping, noise walls, wildlife crossings, etc.) Community Value
Plan (CVP) process and recommended plan, property requirements
and impacts, property acquisition process and project update,
schedule and next steps.
Resolution #C-030 -09
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence I – 17 from the Ministry of Transportation with respect to the
fifth round of Public Information Centres (PIC) concerning the 407 East Environmental
Assessment (EA) and Preliminary Design Study Technically Preferred Route –
Preliminary Design Plans, be received for information.
“CARRIED”
I - 18 John O’Toole, MPP, Durham, writing to the Honourable James
Bradley, Minister of Transportation, advising of a suggestion from
Bowmanville residents to establish a decorative floral “gateway” on
the eastbound and westbound Highway 401; requesting to be
advised of the process for inclusion in a civic identity program for
towns along the Highway 401 corridor; and, requesting an update
concerning the Province’s plans to rebuild two Highway 401
interchanges at Bowmanville as a future beautification project may
need to be considered in connection with future interchange
improvements.
Council Meeting Minutes - 11 - January 26, 2009
Resolution #C-031-09
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT a letter of support with respect to the establishment of a decorative floral
“gateway” on the eastbound and westbound Highway 401 in Bowmanville, be
forwarded to the Honourable James Bradley, Minister of Transportation, advising of
Council’s support of this endeavour.
“CARRIED”
CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Resolution #C-032-09
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Items D - 4 and D - 8 be referred to the end of the
Correspondence for Direction Section of the Agenda for consideration.
“CARRIED”
Correspondence Items D – 8 and D – 9 were received as handouts.
Resolution #C-033-09
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Items D - 1, D - 2 and D - 3 be approved as per the agenda.
“CARRIED”
D - 1 Debbie Hunter, Office Administrator, MS Society, Durham Regional
Chapter, Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, advising the 2009
Multiple Sclerosis Carnation Campaign will take place during
Mother’s Day Weekend and requesting approval for tag days to
permit the MS Society to sell carnations on Friday, May 8 and
Saturday, May 9, 2009, in support of on-going research and
assistance for persons with Multiple Sclerosis and their families.
(Approved to sell carnations on May 8
and May 9, 2009)
D - 2 Jack Oegema, Kinsmen Club of Bowmanville, requesting permission
to have the Bowmanville Homeshow banner hung across Highway 2,
west of the railway bridge, from April 13, to April 19, 2009.
(Approved to install banner and
Veridian to be advised)
Council Meeting Minutes - 12 - January 26, 2009
D - 3 William Krueger, Coordinator, Fundraising Events, MS Walk, MS
Society of Canada, requesting permission to hold the 2009
Bowmanville Super Cities Walk for MS on Sunday, April 19, 2009
beginning at 9:40 a.m. at the Bowmanville High School; forwarding a
copy of the proposed 5km and 10km Walk route maps and
requesting to be informed of any construction plans that may
interfere with the routes.
(Approved, provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a Road
Occupancy Permit from the
Engineering Services Department)
D - 5 Carolyn Downs, City Clerk, City of Kingston, advising Council that on
January 6, 2009, the City of Kingston adopted the following
resolution pertaining to Christmas Wrapping Paper:
“WHEREAS the City of Kingston has established a goal to increase
its waste diversion rate to 65% by 2012;
AND WHEREAS, despite the fact that the Christmas holidays are
supposed to be a time of peace and goodwill, the waste sent to
landfill as a result of our actions over the Christmas holidays
increases due to the excessive packaging of gifts and the fact that
most wrapping paper is not recyclable. As a result, it could be
argued that our actions in this regard are not in keeping with the
spirit of the holidays;
AND WHEREAS, in December 2008, the City of Toronto approved
report PW20.1 entitled “Proposed Measures to Reduce In-Store
Packaging Waste and Litter, Municipal Hazardous and Special
Waste and Plastic Water Bottles”, which includes the establishment
of a working group to explore options available to reduce excessive
packaging.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City of Kingston
requests that the federal and provincial governments develop
legislation requiring that all wrapping paper sold and manufactured
within their respective jurisdictions be recyclable, with a goal to
establish an eventual ban on the sale and use of non-recyclable
wrapping paper within their respective jurisdictions;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff develop a communications
strategy to be implemented prior to Christmas 2009, encouraging
Kingstonians to adopt more environmentally-friendly practices
regarding gifts including but not limited to:
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a. Using recyclable paper to wrap gifts, or reusable gift bags,
instead of non-recyclable wrapping paper
b. Reusing reusable gift bags before purchasing new ones
c. Encouraging citizens to purchase gifts from manufacturers,
companies and retailers who sell products that do not use
excessive packaging
d. Encouraging local retailers, suppliers and businesses to use
their influence to encourage manufacturers and companies to
reduce excessive packaging in their products
e. Encouraging local retailers and suppliers of non-recyclable
wrapping paper to use their influence to encourage
manufacturers of non-recyclable wrapping paper to develop and
sell only recyclable wrapping paper;
AND FURTHER THAT such strategies including financial
considerations be referred to Environment, Infrastructure and
Transportation Policies Committee (EITP) for consideration and
recommendation to Council;
AND FURTHER THAT staff monitor the work of the Packaging
Reduction Working Group of the City of Toronto and the work of
other municipalities in regards to packaging reduction in order to
develop recommendations for action that could be taken by the City
of Kingston in the future to reduce excessive packaging in the City of
Kingston;
AND FURTHER THAT the Kingston Environmental Advisory Forum
(K.E.A.F.) be requested to consider this resolution and provide input
to staff and the Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation
Policies Committee on the matters outlined herein;
AND FURTHER THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to
Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Premier Dalton McGuinty,
Hon. Hugh Segal, Senator for Kingston, Frontenac, Leeds,
Hon. Peter Milliken, M.P. for Kingston and the Islands, Hon. John
Gerretsen, M.P.P. for Kingston and the Islands, the provincial and
federal ministers and party critics responsible for the Environment,
Industry, Trade, Consumer Affairs, Science and Technology, FCM,
AMO and all municipalities on our regular information and
endorsement distribution list.”
Council Meeting Minutes - 14 - January 26, 2009
Resolution #C-034-09
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the resolution from the City of Kingston with respect to Christmas
wrapping paper be received for information.
“MOTION WITHDRAWN”
Resolution #C-035-09
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the resolution from the City of Kingston with respect to Christmas
wrapping paper be referred to the Clarington Living Green Community Advisory
Committee.
“CARRIED”
D - 6 Angie Darlison, Executive Director, and Peter Evans, President,
Clarington Older Adult Association (COACB) writing to the Elderly
Persons Centres Programs Branch, Community Services, Ministry of
Health and Long-Term Care forwarding documentation in support of
the Clarington Older Adult Association’s Application for Approval
under the Elderly Persons Centres Act for Municipally-Operated
Centres.
Resolution #C-036-09
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the Council of the Municipality of Clarington support the Clarington Older
Adult Association’s Application for Approval under the Elderly Persons Centres
Act for Municipally-Operated Centres.
“CARRIED”
D - 7 Gary Jeffery, Chair, Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington,
advising Council that the Agricultural Advisory Committee of
Clarington adopted the following resolution pertaining to an
amendment to the Highway Traffic Act:
“WHEREAS the Highway Traffic Act of the Province of Ontario in
Section 122 sets out the weight restrictions for reduced load periods
and the exceptions to this restrictions; and
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WHEREAS one of the exceptions is for vehicles used exclusively for
the transportation of milk; and
WHEREAS there are other perishable products that need to be
transported onto and off of farms during the season when reduced
load periods are in force; and
WHEREAS there are essential farm inputs necessary for the ongoing
production and viability of farming; and
WHEREAS the number of truck trips for these products are limited
by the amount of production capacity; and
WHEREAS the Provincial government is supportive of the
agricultural industry which is vital to the economy of Ontario, the
local production of food and food security;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Highway Traffic
Act, Section 122 be amended to include as an exemption vehicles
used for the transport of perishable commodities and essential farm
inputs;
AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be circulated to all members of
the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for endorsement.”
Resolution #C-037-09
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the resolution from the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington
with respect to an amendment to the Highway Traffic Act, Section 122 be
endorsed.
“CARRIED”
D - 9 Michael Patrick, President, Clarington Board of Trade, advising of
forecasted challenges facing the Municipality of Clarington, the
Region of Durham and the Province of Ontario regarding the
availability of skilled trades and professionals; indicating the time is
now for Clarington to begin working on solutions to this challenge
and to explore opportunities to bring post secondary education to the
community which will assist in attracting stable and skilled jobs to the
community; and, requesting Council to consider forming a committee
of Council to explore opportunities for Clarington to secure a future
satellite site for Durham College and/or UOIT.
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Resolution #C-038-09
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Correspondence Item D - 9 from Michael Patrick, Clarington Board of
Trade, be referred to the Director of Planning Services for recommendation to
Council to determine the mandate of the Committee, terms of reference and
Committee structure.
“CARRIED”
Mayor Abernethy stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence
Items D - 4 and D - 8 as these matters deal with the compliance audit issue
related to the 2006 municipal election. Mayor Abernethy vacated the Chair and
refrained from discussion and voting on these matters.
Deputy Mayor Trim chaired this portion of the meeting.
D - 4 Don Prout, Cynthia Prout, Sean Kean and George Van Dyk advising
that the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario has determined
that the compliance audit performed by James Horn, Chartered
Accountant, of former Mayor John Mutton’s financial statement is
negligent; requesting the compliance audit of former Mayor John
Mutton’s financial statement granted by Council in 2007 be tendered
and performed as soon as possible; forwarding a list outlining all
issues the applicants feel require the auditor’s attention; and,
requesting council to pay the professional fees incurred by the
applicants to dispute the debt incorrectly assessed by Council and to
prove the auditor’s negligence and to seek repayment of costs from
the auditor.
Resolution #C-039-09
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Item D – 4 from Don Prout, Cynthia Prout, Sean Kean
and George Van Dyk with respect to the Compliance Audit of former Mayor
John Mutton’s financial statement be referred to the Municipal Clerk.
“CARRIED”
D - 8 Don Prout and George Van Dyk responding to correspondence from
the Municipal Clerk dated January 20, 2009, clarifying that the
applicants are not requesting a second audit to be conducted on the
financial statement of former Mayor John Mutton, but that the audit
approved by Council on June 25, 2007 be performed as required by
the Municipal Elections Act, as to date, no valid audit has occurred.
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Resolution #C-040-09
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Correspondence Item D – 8 from Don Prout and George Van Dyk with
respect to the compliance audit of former Mayor John Mutton’s financial
statement be referred to the Municipal Clerk.
“CARRIED”
Mayor Abernethy resumed the Chair.
COMMITTEE REPORT(S)
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report January 16, 2009.
Resolution #C-041-09
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of January 16, 2009
be approved, with the exception of Item #2.
“CARRIED”
Item #2
2009 CURRENT AND CAPTIAL BUDGET
Councillor Foster stated a declaration of pecuniary interest concerning Item 2 of
Report #1 with respect to the grant for the Visual Arts Centre (VAC) as the Visual Arts
Centre of Clarington is a client of Argosy, his employer. Councillor Foster refrained
from discussion and voting on this matter.
Resolution #C-042-09
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Report FND-001-09 be received;
THAT Council approve the base 2009 Operating and Capital Budgets as outlined in
Schedule “A” to Report FND-001-09, at an estimated tax levy impact of 1.30%
(exclusive of tax policy impacts), as directed in FND-001-09;
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THAT Council approve the following amendments to the 2009 Operating and Capital
Budgets:
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delete Capital Project 5000-8225-09001 - $30,000;
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increase Cemetery Revenue account by $5,000;
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delete Capital Project 4000-8180-08100 - $20,000; and
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increase Sports Field Rentals Revenue account by $5,000;
THAT Council approve the items listed as added funding levels related to growth or
new services excluding staffing levels as itemized in Schedule “B” attached to Report
FND-001-09, with the following amendments:
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$10,000 for the Employee Wellness be denied; and
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$1,000 for Applefest Transit be approved;
THAT Council approve the grants for External Agencies per their requests itemized in
Schedule “C” attached to Report FND-001-09, with the following amendments:
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$20,000 for Newcastle Library operating budget be approved; and
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$15,000 Municipal Grant Program Realignment be denied;
That Council defer staffing changes to the 2010 budget year as shown on Schedule
“D” to Report FND-001-09, as option 1, be approved with the following amendments:
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one staff member from Engineering Services be realigned and reclassified; and
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two (2) new full-time firefighters be approved to commence no earlier than
November, 2009;
THAT Schedules “E”, “F”, and “G” outlining Reserve and Reserve Fund Contributions,
attached to Report FND-001-09, and new Reserve Funds be approved;
THAT approximately $1,000,000 be drawn from the Rate Stabilization Reserve Fund
to offset the tax rate impact;
THAT the financing of capital projects, as outlined in the document attached to Report
FND-001-09, be approved;
THAT the external agencies, referred to in Schedule “C” attached to Report
FND-001-09, be advised of Council’s decision regarding their grant request;
THAT for 2009, the net proceeds from the Mayor’s Golf Tournament be directed to the
Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority – New Forest Centre;
THAT the capital request from the Clarington Museums and Archives for $23,000 from
the Bowmanville Museum Reserve Fund be approved;
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THAT the overall tax levy for 2009 be 2.22%; and
THAT the appropriate By-laws to levy the 2009 tax requirements for Municipal,
Regional and Education purposes be forwarded to Council for approval, once final tax
policy information is available.
“CARRIED AS AMENDED”
(See following motions)
Resolution #C-043-09
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-042-09 be amended as follows:
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Paragraph 6 be amended by adding the following:
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$40,500 be included to allow for the hiring of a Records/Election Co-
ordinator in the Municipal Clerk’s Department, based on 50% for 2009,
and that the Municipal Clerk investigate methods of implementing the
position.
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Paragraph 13 be amended by deleting the figure 2.22% and substituting it
with the figure 2.35%.
“CARRIED”
Resolution #C-044-09
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-042-09, as amended, be further amended as
follows:
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THAT the Marketing/Tourism Advertising revenue be increased by $7,000
and the Communications/Tourism Corporate Advertising account be
increased by $7,000.
“CARRIED”
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Resolution #C-042-09 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED ON
THE FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE:
Council Member Yes No Declaration of
Pecuniary Interest
Councillor Foster v
Councillor Hooper v
Councillor Novak v
Councillor Robinson v
Councillor Trim v
Councillor Woo v
Mayor Abernethy v
Councillor Foster stated a declaration of pecuniary interest concerning the grant for
the Visual Arts Centre (VAC) as the Visual Arts Centre of Clarington is a client of
Argosy, his employer. Councillor Foster refrained from discussion and voting on this
matter.
Resolution #C-045-09
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Council approve the grant request for the Visual Arts Centre itemized in
Schedule “C” attached to Report FND-001-009, with the following amendment:
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$15,000 increase to the Visual Arts Centre account.
CARRIED”
Resolution #C-046-09
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of January 19, 2009
be approved, with the exception of Items #2 and #14.
“CARRIED”
Councillor Hooper stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Item #2 of Report #2 as
his parents are residents of the Wilmot Creek Community. Councillor Hooper
refrained from discussion and voting on this matter.
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Item #2
Resolution #C-047-09
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Report PSD-010-09 be received;
THAT the rezoning application submitted by Ridge Pine Park Inc. on behalf of
Canadian Apartment Properties REIT be approved and that the Zoning By-law
Amendment as contained in Attachment 1 to Report PSD-010-09 be adopted by
Council;
THAT a By-law attached to Report PSD-010-09, to remove the Holding (H) symbol be
forwarded to Council at such time that the applicant has satisfied the provisions of
Section 23.4.3 of the Official Plan including executing a Site Plan Agreement; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-010-09, any delegations, and the
Regional Municipality of Durham Planning Department be advised of Council’s
decision.
“CARRIED”
Item #14
Resolution #C-048-09
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Peter de Jong, Sierd De Jong and Linda Franssen be appointed to fill the three
vacant positions on the Newcastle Village Community Hall Board, for a two-year term.
“CARRIED”
STAFF REPORT(S)
There were no reports considered under this section of the Agenda.
BUSINESS ARISING FROM NOTICE OF MOTION
There was no business arising from Notice of Motion considered under this
section of the Agenda.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-049-09
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper
WHEREAS area doctors are concerned that a shortage of critical staff, specifically
specialists in internal medicine, could significantly impact the quality of care provided
at Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville;
AND WHEREAS local family doctors have concerns about the future of surgery at the
Bowmanville site;
AND WHEREAS the area doctors are concerned that the situation could turn
Bowmanville into little more than a “treat-and-transfer” hospital from which patients
requiring specialty services like surgery or internal medicine would simply be sent to
Oshawa:
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of Clarington support
the area doctors in their effort to maintain the full staffing complement of on-site
services that assist Emergency Room/General Medicine and General Surgery (i.e.
Internists, Surgeons, Anaesthetists, SCU, etc.) at the Bowmanville site;
THAT the CEO of Lakeridge Health Corporation, Kevin Empey, the Chairman of the
Board of Lakeridge Health Corporation, Doug Allingham and the Chair of the Board of
Directors CELHIN, Mr. Foster Loucks be invited to clearly present their vision for the
Central East LHIN’s, the vision for Lakeridge Health Corporation and how Lakeridge
Health Bowmanville fits into the overall vision; and
THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Ministry of Health, Lakeridge Health, all
Durham Region MPPs and the Region of Durham.
“CARRIED”
BY-LAWS
Councillor Hooper stated a pecuniary interest with respect to By-law 2009-010 as his
parents are residents of the Wilmot Creek Community. Councillor Hooper refrained
from discussion and voting on By-law 2009-010.
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Resolution #C-050-09
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2009-010 to 2009-017 inclusive;
2009-010 Being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of
Newcastle (Ridge Pine Park Inc. on behalf of Canadian Apartment
Properties Reit)
2009-011 Being a by-law to establish certain lands as public highway,
assume them for public use and name them
2009-012 Being a by-law to assume certain streets within the Municipality of
Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington
2009-013 Being a By-law to establish, lay out and dedicate certain lands as
public highways in the Municipality of Clarington
2009-014 Being a by-law to assume certain streets within the Municipality of
Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington
2009-015 Being a By-law to establish certain lands as public highway, assume
them for public use and name them
2009-016 Being a By-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of
the Municipality of Clarington and Kendal Community Association
for the lease of Kendal Community Centre, 6742 Regional Road
18, Kendal, ON
2009-017 Being a By-law to authorize an agreement between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Morrison
Hershfield, Toronto, Ontario, to enter into agreement for the Peer
Review for Darlington New Nuclear Build; 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 Hooper thanked staff for circulating the memo reminding owners of older
buildings in the downtown core of the potential of melting ice falling from the buildings.
He suggested the information also be sent to the Orono and Newcastle BIAs.
Councillor Trim presented Nancy Taylor, Director of Finance/Treasurer with a token
pair of wooden work boots to acknowledge her efforts in the preparation of the 2009
Municipal Budget.
Deputy Mayor Trim chaired the remainder of the meeting.
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Mayor Abernethy and Councillors Foster and Hooper stated pecuniary interests earlier
in the meeting and refrained from voting on the Confirming By-law.
Resolution #C-051-09
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2009-018, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
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on the 26 day of January 2009; and
THAT the said by-law be now read a first, second and third time and finally approved.
“CARRIED”
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-052-09
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the meeting adjourn at 9:10 p.m.
“CARRIED”
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MAYOR MUNICIPAL CLERK