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PRAYER
ROLL CALL
Present Were:
Also Present:
MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
February 12, 2001
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council
held on February 12, 2001, at 7:00 p.m.,
in the Council Chambers.
Councillor Schell led the meeting in prayer.
Mayor J. Mutton
Councillor D. MacArthur
Councillor P. Pingle
Councillor G. Robinson
Councillor J. Rowe
Councillor J. Schell
Councillor C. Trim
Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Manager of Engineering, T. Cannella
Director, Community Services, J. Caruana (attended the meeting until 8:20 p.m.)
Fire Chief, M. Creighton (attended the meeting until 8:20 p.m.)
Director, Planning and Development, D. Crome
Solicitor, D. Hefferon
Treasurer, 11. 11arano
Confidential Secretary to the Clerk, H. Jones (attended the meeting until 8:20 p.m.)
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
MINUTES
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated for this meeting.
Resolution #C-052-01
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on
January 29, 2001, be approved.
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PRESENTATION
DELEGATIONS
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Adrian Foster and Victoria Greene, Clarington Board of Trade,
181 Liberty Street South, P.O. Box 434, Bowmanville, L1C 3Z2,
presented their Annual Work Program for the years 2001 to 2003. Their
primary focus is economic development and they plan to maintain a
contractual relationship with the municipality to provide these services.
At the same time, it is assumed that a growing membership will demand
increasing services and attention from them, which will require resources.
Therefore, they are assuming that they will increasingly need to develop
significant revenue streams outside their current contractual relationship
with the municipality. Since they are still in a growing and developing
stage, they will continue to require a steady stream of volunteers who are
willing to take on roles within the organization, including roles on their
Board of Directors. Their business plan includes:
. Economic development
. Membership development
. Revenue development
. Board development
The Clarington Board of Trade is looking forward to partnering more with
the Municipality.
Russ Gibson, 5410 Old Scugog Road, Hampton, LOB 110, advised prior to
the meeting that he would not be in attendance.
Resolution #C-053-01
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT Frank Lockhart's delegation be extended to 15 minutes.
"CARRIED"
Frank Lockhart, 7 Barley Mill Crescent, Bowmanville, LIC 4Bl, provided
Council with a background of Valleys 2000. Rev. Lockhart explained
how it has taken two years to work through organizational matters and that
they have worked closely with municipal staff. He discussed the Valleys
2000 concept plan, which was adopted in principle by Council. Funding
has been provided through donations both of money and materials.
Rev. Lockhart feels that they need to build up credibility with residents
and organizations of Clarington. To date the following work has been
completed:
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. In 1999 culvert work was completed;
. In 2000 work was completed in the woods, cleaning up the streams,
150 shrubs were planted, the Woodland Trail was started along with
the Streamside Trail;
. In 2001 they intend to complete more cleanup on the Good Year side
of the stream, planting more trees and shrubs, two secondary trails, 1
kID main trail, two outlooks, improve parking lot, attempt to put a
kiosk in place and stream di version.
Resolution #C-054-01
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Rev. Lockhart's delegation be extended for an additional five
minutes in order to view slides of the Valleys 2000 projects.
"CARRIED"
Rev. Lockhart provided a slide presentation which illustrated work
completed to date and anticipated in the future.
Michelle Christensen, 1960 Highway 2, Courtice, LlC 3K7, addressed
Council to appeal a Vicious Dog Declaration (Report CD-08-01).
Ms. Christensen feels that she is a responsible dog owner and she has
previously contacted the water, hydro and gas companies to advise them
of her dog. Ms. Christensen has also gone to the expense of installing
invisible fencing around her property. The day the gentleman from the
gas company came to the house to read the meter, Ms. Christensen was
home but did not hear him drive in. The gentleman was advised by his
company through a work order that the dog was present on the property
and could be aggressive. Ms. Christensen advised Council that she would
leash the dog.
Resolution #C-055-01
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved
with the exception of Item I - 4.
"CARRIED"
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P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Finance
and Administration Committee on January 17,2001, passed the following
resolution:
"a) THAT an Interim 2001 Regional Tax Levy be imposed on the
Area Municipalities for all property tax classes;
b) THAT the amount due from each Area Municipality be equivalent
to 50% of their respective share of the Regional Taxes collected in
2000;
c) THAT the Interim 2001 Regional Tax Levy be paid by the Area
Municipalities fourteen days subsequent to the installment due
dates established by each Area Municipality for the collection of
their respective interim municipal property taxes;
d) THAT the Regional Clerk be requested to advise the Area
Municipalities of the imposition of the Interim 2001 Regional Tax
Levy for all property tax classes; and
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THAT the requisite by-law be approved."
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Clarke Museum & Archives dated January 16,2001.
(Recei ved for Information)
News Release, advising that John R. O'Toole, MPP Durham, announced
that the Clarke Museum and Archives will receive an operating grant of
$6,345 from the Ministry of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation. The
funding will be used to help the museum cover annual operating expenses.
Approximately 200 community museums will share provincial funding of
$2.7 million from the Ministry for 200012001. The Ministry's Community
Museum Operating Grant Program provides assistance to the community
museums to help them protect and interpret Ontario's heritage, encourage
community-based support for local museums and improve standards of
museum operation.
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee
dated January 30, 2001.
(Received for Information)
Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated
January 16,2001.
(Received for Information)
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David and Janet Burgess, thanking Council for their support in trying to
stop the privatization of the Ministry of Transportation in key areas such
as driver examination and truck enforcement. They advise that the City of
Kingston has passed a resolution in support of this issue also, as follows:
"WHEREAS the December, 2000, announcement of massive
privatization of Ministry of Transportation services will have a
significant detrimental effect on the economy of Kingston and
other communities;
AND WHEREAS the employees of the Ministry of Transportation
are recognized to have provided excellent public services;
AND WHEREAS the City of Kingston needs to retain decent
paying jobs in order to maintain economic viability and stability;
AND WHEREAS the Provincial Government's Ministry of
Transportation staff have provided and efficient and effective
public service that emphasized public safety and integrity;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Kingston
request that:
1. The Government of Ontario reconsider its decision to
privatize the Licensing and Control and Driver Examiners;
2. Further that the Government of Ontario ensure the
continued location of service to be in Kingston; and
3. Further that the Government of Ontario ensure that no
existing employment positions for disabled adults be
eliminated as a result of the direction to privatize."
(Received for Information)
Ontario Power Generation Nuclear Report Card, All Sites for the month of
December 2000.
(Received for Information)
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City of Toronto
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Steve Parish, Mayor, Town of Ajax, expressing his concern to the Minister
of Education with respect to the ongoing negotiations between the City of
Toronto and the Province of Ontario with respect to the City's looming
budget problems. Although Mr. Parish and many of his colleagues in the
905 area are extremely sympathetic with Toronto's plight, he feels that he
must remind the government that many other municipalities in the
Province of Ontario, and especially in the GTA, are facing similar
problems to those that are confronting Toronto. Downloading has affected
us all and of course, through pooling, Toronto's welfare and social
housing problems are our problems as well. Mr. Parish is writing to the
Minister of Education cautioning that a bail-out directed towards the City
of Toronto to the exclusion of the 905 municipalities will not be well
received.
Resolution #C-056-01
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Correspondence Item I - 4 be received; and
THAT a letter of concern and endorsement of Ajax's letter be sent to Jim
Flaherty, Minister of Finance, Chris Hodgson, Minister of Municipal
Affairs and Housing, Mike Harris, Premier, John O'Toole, Durham MPP
and Durham Region Municipalities.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-057-01
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT the Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda, with the
exception of Items D - 1 and D - 5 to D - 10, inclusive
"CARRIED"
Alice Johnson, Volunteer Chair, PITCH-IN ONTARIO, requesting that
May 7 - 13,2001, be proclaimed PITCH-IN ONTARIO Week. 2000
PITCH-IN CANADA Week was an overwhelming success, involving
more than 450,000 volunteers in 420 Ontario communities.
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What the Municipality of Clarington can do to participate in PITCH-IN
ONTARIO Week is either appoint a local coordinator to help volunteers in
the community identify and spearhead local clean-up and beautification
projects or support their voluntary efforts by offering assistance with, and
access to free, waste disposal.
(Proclaimed and to referred to the Director
of Public Works and to the Healthy
Communities Committee)
Peter Alexander, requesting permission from Council to set off fireworks
in Courtice in celebration of his marriage on Sunday, June 10,2001. The
fireworks that will be purchased for this event will be traditional, small
consumer fireworks not exceeding $50.00 in value. They are to be set off
in the evening, on his parents private property, away from the house, trees
and other structures. The fireworks are to be set off by the bride's father,
who is well over the required age of 21 years.
(Exemption granted to the municipality's
by-law to allow for the setting off of
fireworks on June 10, 2001, provided they
are set off by an individual over the age
of 21)
Herman Valckx and Gilbert Wood, providing a "Letter of Intent" to
Council from the Newcastle Village Arena for the Ontario Superbuild
Program. Looking into the Ontario Superbuild application guidelines it
was determined that the Newcastle Arena qualified for this program. A
Letter of Intent outlining the needs for the Arena was drafted and made
ready for submission to the Ontario Superbuild Program. Due to the tight
timetable of this Program, the Newcastle Village Arena Board was unable
to develop a more detailed application with in-depth consultation with the
Municipality. However, upon consultation with the Municipality it was
suggested by Bruce Taylor, that their Letter of Intent could possibly be
attached to the Municipality's own submission to the Superbuild Program.
Without this letter of endorsement from the Municipality, the Newcastle
Village Arena Board cannot submit a "letter of intent" to the Superbuild
Program. However, the Newcastle Village Arena Board would like to
open immediate dialogue with the municipality that puts forth a timetable
that will look into the feasibility, implementation and completion on the
contents on their "letter of intent" before this Council completes its
session.
(Correspondence referred to the Director of
Public Works)
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COMMUNICA nONS
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T.M. Calhoun, President, Clarington Fire Fighter's Association, requesting
a one time grant of $1500.00. On Friday, January 25, 2001, Mr. Calhoun
was contacted by Mr. Ted Rathswell of the Durham Regional Police,
"Kids Safety Village." During their conversation, it was respectfully
requested by Mr. Rathswell that Mr. Calhoun, as an original coordinator of
the Fire Hall construction for the Village, attempt to secure a further final
funding from area Municipalities, to bring the project financially apar. In
the past, Municipalities and Fire Fighter Associations have given an
amount totalling in the neighbourhood of six to seven thousand dollars.
As all area Councils are contacted, it is hoped that all Durham Region
municipalities will grant these funds.
Resolution #C-058-01
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT Correspondence Item D - 1 be recei ved; and
THAT the one-time grant for the Clarington Fire Fighter's Association
regarding the "Kids Safety Village" be approved and the correspondence
be referred to the Treasurer for allocation of funds.
"CARRIED"
Luba Samochin, President, Bowmanville Horticultural Society, advising
Council that the Bowmanville Horticultural Society is interested in taking
on two new projects of civic beautification in Bowmanville. Area one
would include both hillsides that flank the west entrance to the downtown-
-the train presently crosses over this bridge. The grassland there could be
altered to contain colourful, low-maintenance plants like daylilies, lilacs
and sumac. More adventurous plants and other features that cost more
money were also suggested by their eager members. Before they pursue
avenues of funding, they need clearance from Council that they may take
on this project. Does Council think that this is a worthwhile project?
Area two would include the tourism office, south on Liberty Street. This
is one of the first sights that greets a motorist entering Bowmanville on
Liberty Street. Their members felt that they would like to enhance this
structure with some foundation shrubs and flora to better reflect the many
lush and gorgeous gardens of beautiful Bowmanville. They need at this
point an official endorsement to begin this undertaking. It is Mrs.
Samochin's deepest wish that they in no way tread on the already assigned
areas of the landscaping and/or parks workers, crews and departments.
Their sole desire is to beautify the town, while avoiding creating work for
others.
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Resolution #C-059-01
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Correspondence Item D - 5 be received;
THAT the Bowmanville Horticultural Society be given the official
endorsement of the Council to take on two new beautification projects for
the municipality - namely the western entrance to downtown flanking the
railway overpass and the area surrounding the tourism office on the east
side of Liberty Street South, the plans for both projects to be subject to
final approval from the Public Works Department in conjunction with
Canadian Pacific Railway; and
THAT Ms. Luba Samochin be advised of Council decision.
"CARRIED"
Marjory Morden, Town Clerk, Town of Caledon, advising Council that
the Town of Caledon on January 15,2001, passed the following
resolution:
"WHEREAS environmental awareness and protection are
becoming increasingly essential to the future sustain ability of
world ecology;
AND WHEREAS sustainable food production must incorporate
principals that recognize the impact of production on the
environment;
AND WHEREAS the Environmental Farm Plan has been and
continues to be an impressive example of a self evaluation process
that addresses environmental protection at the primary production
level;
AND WHEREAS funding for this program has been made
available from the Government of Canada through Canadian
Adaptation and Rural Development Fund of Agriculture and Agri
Food Canada programming;
AND WHEREAS those funds will be exhausted at the end of the
first quarter of 2001;
AND WHEREAS the Government of Canada has indicated it is
not prepared to extend funding of this program;
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AND WHEREAS the Province of Ontario must participate fully in
this initiative with financial support;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Caledon
endorse the Environmental Farm Plan as its own;
AND THAT the Provincial Government through the Ministry of
Food and Rural Affairs be lobbied to become more fully involved
by providing funding;
AND THAT the Town of Caledon, through the appropriate
medium, lobby the Canadian Adaptation and Rural Development
Fund of Agriculture and Agri Food Canada and the Federal
Agriculture Minister of extend funding for the program;
AND FURTHER THAT the Town of Caledon forward this
resolution to municipalities province wide for endorsement and the
purpose of lobbying the Federal Government to extend funding to
this demonstrated successful program."
Resolution #C-060-01
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Correspondence Item D - 6 be referred to the Clarington
Agricultural Advisory Committee for input.
"CARRIED"
Mmjory Morden, Town Clerk, Town of Caledon, advising Council that
the Town of Caledon on January 15, 2001, passed the following
resolution:
"WHEREAS taxpayers are demanding more accountability in the
expenditure of public funds;
AND WHEREAS it is the responsibility of all public institutions to
spend wisely and plan for efficient use of their facilities;
AND WHEREAS from time to time the Town of Caledon, the Peel
District School Board, or the Dufferin Peel Separate School Board
undertake capital projects to build new facilities or expand existing
facilities;
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AND WHEREAS use of school facilities by the Town of Caledon
may be mutually desirable, or the use of Town facilities by either
school board may be mutually desirable;
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Peel District School Board and the
Dufferin Peel Separate School Board be invited to explore the
development of a protocol with the Town of Caledon for the
proper early discussion of building or expansion plans between
appropriate Board staff and Trustees, and appropriate Town staff
and Council Members for the benefit of all parties;
AND FURTHER THAT all municipalities and school boards be
encouraged to develop similar protocols for more efficient
planning and use of public funds;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to AMO and
all municipalities for their consideration and support.
Resolution #C-061-01
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item D - 7 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Ross Snetsinger, Chair, Rail Ways to the Future Committee, thanking
Council for their earlier support. Three hundred United States mayors met
in Washington, DC, January 16 to 18, 2001, to discuss and release a
national survey on the Rail Renewal. The Committee is planning two
possibilities on how to proceed with the interest from across the province:
a) a media event at Queen's Park;
b) taking this matter formally to the Federation of Canadian
Municipalities and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario in
order to reach a broader consensus.
He would appreciate Council's support for Rail Renewal at FCM and/or
AMO.
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Provincial Funding
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Resolution #C-062-01
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Correspondence Item D - 8 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Richard Allaire, City Clerk, City of Cornwall, advising Council that the
City of Cornwall passed the following resolution:
"WHEREAS all Ontario residents are entitled for the same level of
medical service without additional financial burden; and
WHEREAS the restructuring of the hospitals in Cornwall is
underway and soon the community will be facing to raise
significant amount of dollars for the hospitals; and
WHEREAS the province provides funding of between 50 and 75%
of eligible costs to help defray the costs. The balance of 25 to 50%
of eligible costs and 100% of the non eligible costs have to be
raised/funded locally; and
WHEREAS the Provincial funding formula does not take into
account of the population, per capita income and the tax base of
the municipalities and this imposes an additional financial burden
on the residents and the taxpayers.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council request
the Minister of Health to modify the funding formula so that
a. It is fair to all Ontario residents.
b. Similar costs are borne by all Ontario residents for hospital
facilities/services.
C. It takes into account the population served by the hospitals,
per capita income of the residents in the area and the tax
base for the municipalities served.
FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that copies of this motion be sent
to other municipalities in Ontario, AMO, local MPP and MP for
their support."
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Resolution #C-063-01
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Correspondence Item D - 9 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
R. Perry Sisson, Director, Environmental and Engineering Services,
Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, providing information to
the Mayor and Council regarding the desire to provide a recreational pond
within the Hampton Conservation Area. The Central Lake Ontario
Conservation Authority's primary concerns are natural hazards and natural
heritage. Any undertaking that would increase the risk associated with the
flooding hazard of the area could not be entertained. Similarly, CLOCA
would not support any undertaking that may negatively impact fish
habitat, wildlife habitat, or reduction in wetland or natural vegetation.
Although the old Mill Pond could be recreated by damming the outlet of
Bowmanville Creek at Mill Street, the impacts would include an increased
flood risk for the area, the loss of a cool water fishery, and loss of wetland
habitat. These impacts would be unacceptable to CLOCA. They do
believe that CLOCA, the municipality and the community could work
together to produce a mutually beneficial plan for the Hampton
Conservation Area.
Resolution #C-064-01
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Schell
WHEREAS the Municipality of Clarington believes it would be desirable
to provide a recreational pond within the Hampton Conservation Area;
AND WHEREAS the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority has
indicated that damming the outlet of Bowmanville Creek at Mill Street
would have significant impacts, including an increased flood risk for the
area, the loss of a cool water fishery and loss of wetland habitat, all of
which are unacceptable to CLOCA;
AND WHEREAS CLOCA has indicated that they believe they, the
municipality and the community could work together to produce a
mutually beneficial plan for the Hampton Conservation Area;
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NOTICE OF MOTION
MOTION
REPORTS
Report #1
G.P.A. Report
February 5, 2001
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the correspondence
received from Perry Sisson, Director, Environmental and Engineering
Services, CLOCA regarding this issue be received and referred to staff for
consultation with CLOCA on the development of such a plan;
THAT staff report back to the General Purpose and Administration
Committee on the proposed plan; and
THAT Perry Sisson be advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-065-01
Moved by Councillor ScheI1, seconded by CounciI1or Trim
THAT the actions taken by the General Purpose and Administration
Committee on February 5, 2001, be approved with the exception of
Item #11.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-066-01
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim
WHEREAS the Municipality of Clarington deems it desirable to provide
Cultural Services; and
WHEREAS a review of the Cultural Organizations has not been
conducted for sometime;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council request staff to
perform an organizational review of the municipality's Cultural Services
to include Clarke Museum and Archives, the Bowmanville Museum and
the Visual Arts Centre and report back to Council.
"CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING
RECORDED VOTE"
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REPORTS
Vicious Dog
Declaration
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Recorded Vote
Declaration of
Council Member Yea Nay Pecuniary Interest Absent
Councillor MacArthur X
Councillor Pingle X
Councillor Robinson X
Councillor Rowe X
Councillor Schell X
Councillor Trim X
Mayor Mutton X
Resolution #C-067-01
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Report CD-08-01 be received; and
THAT the vicious dog declaration served on Michelle Christensen be
upheld.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-068 01
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Council recess for 10 minutes after which time the meeting be
"closed" to consider a legal matter.
"CARRIED"
The meeting reconvened at 8:30 p.m. in a "closed" session.
Resolution #C-069-01
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the actions taken during the "closed" session of Council be ratified.
"CARRIED"
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
BY-LAWS
Resolution #C-070-0 1
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the presentation of Adrian Foster, Clarington Board of Trade be
received with thanks.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-071-01
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT the delegation of Frank Lockhart, Valleys 2000 be received with
appreciation.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-072-01
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2001-026 to 2001-033,
inclusive, and that the said by-laws be now read a first and second time:
"CARRIED"
2001-026
being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of
Newcastle (Kuipers)
2001-027
being a by-law to designate a certain portion of Registered
Plans 40M-2020 and 40M-2022 as not being subject to Part
Lot Control (Halloway Holdings Ltd.)
2001-028
being a by-law to establish, layout and dedicate certain
lands as public highways and to assume certain streets
within the Municipality of Clarington as public highways in
the Municipality of Clarington
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2001-030
2001-031
2001-032
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being a by-law to authorize the release of easements in
favour of the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington
in Registered Plan 40M-1977, Part of Lot 8, Concession 2,
formerly in the Town of Bowmanville, geographical
Township of Darlington, now in the Municipality of
Clarington, Regional Municipality of Durham
being a by-law to authorize the execution of an agreement
between The Board of Management of the Clarke Museum
and Alexander (Sandy) Graham
being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of
Newcastle (Halloway Holdings Ltd.)
being a by-law to authorize the execution of an agreement
between 1319164 Ontario Limited and the Municipality of
Clarington to settle appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board
being a by-law to authorize entering into an Amendment
Agreement with 1319164 Ontario Limited the Owners of
Plan of Subdivision 18T-88061 and any Mortgagee who
has an interest in the said lands, and the Corporation of the
Municipality of Clarington in respect of 18T-88061
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-073-01
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2001-026 to 2001-033,
inclusive be approved.
"CARRIED"
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Mayor Mutton provided a report to Council on the recent retreat which the
Regional Councillors attended at the Fern Report. He indicated that the
Councillors were brought up to speed on many issues, namely:
· The Region is in a position of needing to increase the development
charge on road related projects.
· An excellent presentation was received from Jack McCorkell,
Commissioner of Works on the waste program. The Courtice Pilot
project saw 20% of residents taking part, which was a disappointment
to Mayor Mutton. However, it has been determined that the collection
day for the pilot project was different from the residents' regular
garbage day and this was felt to have had an impact on the
participation.
· In 2001, Phase 1 of a composting program will be put in place. During
a recent Region-wide waste audit, it was determined that 40% of the
waste going to landfill contained compostable material, 30% was
paper fibre and a small portion of the waste was glass or aluminum. In
the near future, the Blue Box program will be expanding to allow for
the collection of aerosol cans, No.2 plastics and paint cans. This year
we will see the commencement of weekly leaf/yard waste pick up.
· With the Provincial Offences Act administration being transferred to
the Region, the court house was opened this past Friday. It is
estimated that in 2001, Clarington will receive $168,000 in revenue
from the POA transfer. In following years, that figure should increase
to approximately $200,000.
· With the transfer of the land ambulance and social housing, the Region
must upgrade equipment etc., as the quality was found to be "bare
bones. "
· In dealing with the governance issue, the Province announced last
week that there would be no more forced amalgamations. However,
the Province must now decide what it wishes to do with the GTSB.
The "Made In Durham" solution which the municipalities have been
working on cannot be stopped and we must complete what we started
by identifying further reductions, duplications and looking for
efficiencies.
Mayor Mutton advised that the Municipality of Clarington's Think Tank
will be held at the Fern Resort beginning on February 21. During that
time, he has asked the Treasurer to provide a presentation on the
residential development charges and the elimination of the phase-in
program. We are facing huge pressures because of downloading from the
Province and we must determine how to best lessen the impacts of the
downloading to our residents. By eliminating the phase-in program, it is
possible that we could save between $500,000 and $1 million.
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Council Minutes
OTHER BUSINESS
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February 12,2001
Councillor Rowe reminded Members of Council of the Courtice Corridor
Study which is taking place this Thursday, February 15, in the afternoon
and evening.
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-074-01
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2001-034 being a by-law to
confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington
at this meeting held on the 12th day of February 2001, and that the said
by-law be now read a first and second time.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-075-01
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2001-034 be approved.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-076-01
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT the meeting adjourn at 9:20 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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