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General Purpose and Administration Committee
Minutes
May 3, 2010
Minutes of a meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on
Monday, May 3, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers.
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
Deputy Chief, M. Berney
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella
Acting Director of Planning Services, F. Langmaid
Director of Corporate Services & Human Resources, M. Marano
Roads Supervisor, L. Postill
Director of Finance, N. Taylor
Deputy Clerk, A. Greentree
Clerk II, J. Gallagher
Mayor Abernethy chaired this portion of the meeting.
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated at this meeting.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Novak attended, with several Councillors, an event to celebrate Bethesda
House receiving a $62,300 Trillium grant to install an elevator in the Outreach Centre
and Second Chance store in Bowmanville, as well as providing funds for the Driven
Project. She thanked the Trillium Foundation and the Province for their financial
contribution of funds, to Bethesda House. Councillor Novak also attended:
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the opening of Belladonna’s, a Bowmanville restaurant and flower shop.
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the groundbreaking ceremony for the new cenotaph at Whitecliffe
Terrace in Courtice.
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on Saturday, May 1, 2010, with other members of Council, the grand
opening of the Beethoven Hearing Centre, which has been relocated to a
larger location.
Councillor Hooper announced that the Maple Festival was a great success on Saturday,
May 1, 2010. He thanked the Operations staff for their assistance at Maple Festival and
thanked all the municipal election candidates in attendance for their respect of the
event. Councillor Hooper announced that he was unable to attend the grand opening of
Belladonna’s on the weekend, but that he had attended a soft-opening of Belladonna’s
on Wednesday, April 28, 2010. Councillor Hooper announced that he had attended:
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the Anniversary Supper at the Enniskillen United Church on Saturday, May 1st.
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the Alzheimer’s Society sold out luncheon and auction.
Councillor Hooper announced that there has been a ‘good news’ story at Central Public
School regarding a basketball tournament. He explained that, on Friday, April 30, 2010,
the Central Public School basketball team attended a basketball tournament and placed
second, in double overtime, making this a success story; given their struggles during the
year in that they have to use court facilities at a local church.
Councillor Trim thanked the Operations Department for removing the maximum load
signs 2-3 weeks earlier, as a result of the good weather and lack of rain.
Councillor Foster announced that he attended the Ontario Volunteer Service Awards
Dinner where 250 people received volunteer awards.
Councillor Woo announced that Thursday, April 29, 2010 he attended the Bowmanville
Rotary Paul Harris Service Awards, along with several other Council members.
Councillor Woo noted the following people received the Paul Harris Service Awards:
Cathy Anyan, Mavis Carlton, Ron Bailey, Patricia Koendermann, and Marion Saunders.
MINUTES
Resolution #GPA-265-10
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the minutes of the regular meeting of the General Purpose and Administration
Committee held on April 19, 2010, be approved.
CARRIED
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PRESENTATIONS
John Presta, Director of Environmental Services, Region of Durham Works Department,
was present to address the Committee regarding source water protection. He made a
verbal presentation to accompany a PowerPoint presentation. Mr. Presta discussed
regulations, requirements, Well Head Protection Area (WHPA) Program, technical
components and results. He explained that the work is being conducted under the
Clean Water Act, 2006, to protect surface and groundwater sources from contamination
and overuse (for now and for future). Mr. Presta explained that the work required
includes a Terms of Reference, Assessment Report and Source Water Protection plans.
He noted that, as a result, a Source Protection Committee has been established, as well
as a municipal working group committee. Mr. Presta referred to a map which outlines
the WHPA’s within Durham Region. He provided the Committee with a status update of
each of the WHPA’s, in particular, he focussed on the Orono location. Mr. Presta
explained that a great deal of work has been done to assess the land use, provide
education, establish sentry well drilling, establish a monitoring program and post signs.
He noted that there are several factors to score relative to vulnerability including:
distance to municipal well, direction of ground water flow, type of soil above aquifer,
thickness of soil above aquifer, and man-made pathway. Mr. Presta informed the
Committee of the following factors influencing the groundwater table: wells older than
10 years old, aggregate pits and quarries, building foundations, and buried
infrastructure. He explained that the Province has established 21 prescribed threats to
the drinking water. Mr. Presta informed the Committee of the threat assessment steps
which include identifying threats, identifying areas, and enumerating significant
moderate and low drinking water threats. He stressed that there are no drinking water
issues in the Orono groundwater supply but there is one parcel documented as a
potential significant threat, which was identified through the screening process. He
outlined the Trent Conservation Coalition schedule which includes the assessment
report (end of May 2010); posting on website and letter to the public (end of June 2010),
public meeting (July 2010), final assessment report (August 30, 2010 with a possible
extension to October 2010). Beata Golas, Hydogeologist at the Region of Durham,
confirmed that the Region is actively monitoring the levels of the salt (from road salt) in
the drinking water supply in Orono.
DELEGATIONS
Brad Arbour, Co-ordinator, Firehouse Youth Centre, was present regarding an update
on the Firehouse Youth Centre activities. Mr. Arbour reminded the Committee that the
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10 annual Battle of the Bands is scheduled for May 28, 2010 at the Garnet B. Rickard
Recreation Complex. He noted that they had a successful golf fundraiser. Mr. Arbour
noted that, in October, they held a Halloween “Fright Night”, which was well attended.
He noted that through the snack bar and other activities they have raised $6600. Mr.
Arbour informed the Committee that they received funding for the FLARE project to
increase exercise, nutrition and self-esteem, which they continue to run on a nightly
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basis. He noted that they have just received funding to hire a summer student to
continue the project. Mr. Arbour noted that, through their fundraising activities, there
were several outings for the youths free of charge. Mr. Arbour noted that many of the
youth had never attended events before and were very appreciative of the opportunity.
He informed the Committee that there are weekly band nights, which are run by the
youth and hosted by the Firehouse Youth Centre. Mr. Arbour concluded that last year
was a positive year and they have many positive events planned for the upcoming year.
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Kevin Anyan was present to provide an update on the 3 Annual Ribfest. Mr. Anyan
informed the Committee that it has been an exciting year for Bowmanville Rotary Club.
He noted that the Rotary Club completed their final instalment of a donation to the
Bowmanville Memorial Hospital Foundation and a large donation to the Clarington Older
Adult Association (COAA) for a van. Mr. Anyan noted that Rotary Club also provides
local schools with food for the school food programs as well as dictionaries. In addition,
he informed the Committee that Rotary provides funds for respite care to special needs
children and adults; 8 x $1000 bursaries to students; $2500 to the Firehouse Youth
Centre; as well as grants to other sports team and organizations. He informed the
Committee that it is Rotary’s goal to eliminate polio. Mr. Anyan announced the 3rd
Annual Ribfest is scheduled for June 11, 12, and 13, 2010. He stated that they hope to
continue to raise significant funds with Ribfest with more ribs, more vendors and more
entertainment planned for this year. Mr. Anyan noted that there will be an additional
police presence in the parking lot, as well as an increase in security personnel from a
security company. He stated that Rotary will not go into the event until they are
guaranteed that the event will be profitable. The cost of the generator has increased
from $3000 to $10,000 and is jeopardizing the event. Mr. Anyan asked that the
Municipality enter into an agreement to allow Rotary to use the Fire Department’s
portable backup generator for Ribfest. He confirmed that they understood that in the
event of an emergency, the generator would not be available to them. Mr. Anyan also
confirmed they would not be adverse to a reasonable rental fee.
Jim Richards was present requesting an apology from Mayor Abernethy for having
interrupted his delegation during the April 26, 2010 Council meeting; which Mr. Richards
believes was curtailing his freedom of speech as guaranteed under the Canadian
Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Mr. Richards stated that it was ironic that he was
present at Council on April 26, 2010 to discuss the democratic election of the Regional
Chair when Mr. Richards was asked not to use the word “bully” in reference to the
current Regional Chair. He stated that this is contrary to the rights afforded to him in the
Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Mr. Richards stated that the Canadian
Charter supersedes the Municipality’s Procedural By-law. He also quoted sections of
other documents that supersede the Procedural By-law. Mr. Richards reminded Mayor
Abernethy of a previous meeting when Mayor Abernethy had, in his opinion, infringed
on his freedom of speech. Mr. Richards asked that Mayor Abernethy provide a public
apology in this Chamber or he will take the matter to his lawyer. Mr. Richards confirmed
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that he is aware of the Mayor’s duties and the duties of delegations under the
Municipality’s Procedural By-law.
Jeremy Woodcock was present regarding Policy H18 – Political Activities, the
Municipality’s rental policy which Mr. Woodcock believes to be a violation of his Charter
of Rights and Freedoms. Mr. Woodcock stated that he had approached the Community
Services Department to rent a facility for a gala event to raise funds for his municipal
election and was informed that the Municipality’s policy does not allow it. He believes
that, under the Municipal Elections Act and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms the
policy does not comply. Mr. Woodcock stated that the Municipal Elections Act indicates
that the Clerk’s Department is to ensure that all candidates are treated fairly. He stated
that there is already a disadvantage with regard to office space rentals for candidates in
the downtown area. Mr. Woodcock informed the Committee that he had tried to set up
a booth at Maple Festival and was not allowed. He asked why Council would not want
to allow candidates to be involved in community events. Mr. Woodcock concluded by
requesting Council to either enact the policy by by-law or to put an end to it.
Glen Genge, D.G. Biddle & Associates, was not present.
SUSPEND RULES
Resolution #GPA-266-10
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow for discussion of Mr. Helpard’s
delegation.
CARRIED
Resolution #GPA-267-10
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Mr. Lynn Helpard be allowed to speak as a delegation regarding PSD-057-10
regarding the proposed Neighbourhood Design Plan and Official Plan Amendment to
add three (3) medium density residential symbols and change housing and population
targets in the Foster Neighbourhood of the Official Plan.
CARRIED
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DELEGATIONS - Continued
Mr. Lynn Helpard, husband of the applicant, was present in place of Glen Genge,
regarding PSD-057-10, regarding the proposed Neighbourhood Design Plan and Official
Plan Amendment to add three (3) medium density residential symbols and change
housing and population targets in the Foster Neighbourhood of the Official Plan. He
stated that Mr. Genge had been present this morning until he learned that the matter
was most likely to be tabled. Mr. Helpard stated that he was concerned that Planning
Services Department staff had made a clerical error which will result in a further delay in
processing the application and requested that the Report not be tabled. He stated that
he is in support of this application and is available to answer any questions, but he is
disappointed with the process, after having invested four years and $150,000 to date.
They have accepted staff’s apology but would rather see the staff recommendation be
approved and let the approval process resolve any issues arising from the clerical error;
that resulted in some interested parties not receiving proper notice.
RECESS
Resolution #GPA-268-10
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the Committee recess for a 10 minute break until 11:17 a.m.
CARRIED
The meeting resumed at 11:17 a.m.
Councillor Novak chaired this portion of the meeting.
PUBLIC MEETING
Subject:
(a) Amendment to the Clarington Official Plan and Zoning By-law
Applicant:
Norm and Jo-Anne Lansing
Report:
PSD-055-10
Meaghan Harrington, Planner, made a verbal and PowerPoint presentation to the
Committee regarding the application.
No one spoke in opposition to or in support of the application.
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Norm Lansing, applicant, was present. He stated that he appreciated the support and
assistance from the Planning Department. Mr. Lansing stated that he believes it is very
important to him to provide care for his mother-in-law, in their own home. He stated that
he believes that, if approved, there will be health care and financial benefits in that his
family will be taking on the expense of this care.
PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
APPLICATION TO AMEND THE CLARINGTON OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-
LAW TO PERMIT AN APARTMENT-IN-HOUSE WITHIN A SINGLE DETACHED
DWELLING
APPLICANT: NORM AND JO-ANNE LANSING
Resolution #GPA-269-10
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Report PSD-055-10 be received;
THAT Official Plan Amendment No.73 as contained in Attachment 2 of Report
PSD-055-10 be adopted and that the necessary By-law be passed;
THAT the application for a Zoning By-law Amendment submitted by Norm and Jo-Anne
Lansing as contained in Attachment 3 of Report PSD-055-10 be approved;
THAT the Durham Region Planning Department and Municipal Property Assessment
Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-055-10 and Council’s decision; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-055-10 and any delegations be advised
of Council's decision.
CARRIED
APPLICATION FOR REMOVAL OF HOLDING FOR 201 MEDIUM DENSITY
RESIDENTIAL UNITS
APPLICANT: KAITLIN HOMES ASPEN IV LTD.
Resolution #GPA-270-10
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Report PSD-056-10 be received;
THAT the application submitted by Kaitlin Homes Aspen IV Ltd. to remove the Holding
(H) symbol be approved;
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THAT the By-law attached to Report PSD-056-10 to remove the Holding (H) symbol be
passed and a copy forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Durham; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-056-10, any delegations and the
Regional Municipality of Durham Planning Department be advised of Council's decision.
CARRIED
PROPOSED NEIGHBOURHOOD DESIGN PLAN AND OFFICIAL PLAN
AMENDMENT TO ADD THREE (3) MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL SYMBOLS
AND CHANGE HOUSING AND POPULATION TARGETS IN THE FOSTER
NEIGHBOURHOOD OF THE OFFICIAL PLAN
APPLICANTS: PATRICIA STEPHENSON, ROBERT AND DANIELE STEPHENSON,
AND GARTHWOOD HOMES LIMITED
Resolution #GPA-271-10
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Report PSD-057-10 be tabled to the Council meeting of May 10, 2010.
CARRIED
MONITORING OF THE DECISIONS OF THE COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT FOR
THE MEETING OF APRIL 22, 2010
Resolution #GPA-272-10
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Report PSD-058-10 be received; and
THAT Council concurs with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made on
April 22, 2010 for applications A2009-0051, A2010-0005 and A2010-0015 through
A2010-0017, and that Staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board
to defend the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment.
CARRIED
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BILD – MUNICIPAL BEST PRACTICES, DECEMBER 2009
Resolution #GPA-273-10
Moved by Mayor Abernethy, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Report PSD-059-10 be received; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-059-10 and any delegation be advised
of Council’s decision.
CARRIED
Councillor Foster chaired this portion of the meeting.
ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
MUNICIPAL IDENTIFICATION DISPLAYS
Resolution #GPA-274-10
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Abernethy
THAT Report EGD-013-10 be received;
THAT the name Clarington or Municipality of Clarington be the most prominent text on
any future eastbound or westbound municipal identification displays along Highway 401;
and
THAT interested parties be advised of Councils decision.
CARRIED
RECONSTRUCTION OF LIBERTY ST. FROM BASELINE TO KING ST. E. -
BOWMANVILLE
Resolution #GPA-275-10
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Report EGD-016-10 be received;
THAT Council endorse the recommendations within Report EGD-016-10;
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THAT the Region of Durham be requested to reprioritize their Capital Works projects to
include the total reconstruction of Liberty Street rather than to proceed with interim
surface condition improvements;
THAT a copy of Report EGD-016-10 be forwarded to the Clarington Traffic
Management Advisory Committee; and
THAT a copy of Report EGD-016-10 be forwarded to the Commissioner of Works,
Region of Durham.
MOTION TABLED
(See following motion)
Resolution #GPA-276-10
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Report EGD-016-10, regarding reconstruction of Liberty St. from Baseline to King
St. E., Bowmanville, be tabled to the Council meeting of May 10, 2010.
CARRIED
ADDITIONAL RURAL ROAD SURFACE IMPROVEMENTS
Resolution #GPA-277-10
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Report EGD-017-10 be received;
THAT the requirements of the Purchasing By-law 2006-127 be waived;
THAT staff be authorized to increase the value of the High Float Resurfacing agreement
With Miller Paving to accommodate the addition of locations at an estimated cost of
$360,000.00 including construction, geotechnical, contingencies and administration; and
THAT funding for the additional project costs in the amount $360,000 be funded from
the Tax Levy portion of the Pavement Rehabilitation Program approved in the 2010
Capital Budget.
CARRIED
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REQUEST FOR REPORT REGARDING COSTS OF MUNICIPAL IDENTIFICATION
SIGNS
Resolution #GPA-278-10
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the Director of Engineering Services be requested to prepare a report regarding
the potential locations and costs for eastbound and westbound identification displays
along Highway 401.
CARRIED, AS AMENDED
(See following motion)
Resolution #GPA-279-10
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Mayor Abernethy
THAT the foregoing resolution #GPA-278-10 be amended to add, at the end, “and
northbound and southbound on Highway 115”.
CARRIED
The foregoing resolution was then put to a vote and carried as amended.
OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT
There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda.
Councillor Woo chaired this portion of the meeting.
EMERGENCY AND FIRE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY RESPONSE REPORT – MARCH 2010
Resolution #GPA-280-10
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Report ESD-006-10 be received for information.
CARRIED
Councillor Novak left the meeting at 1:06 p.m.
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LETTER OF RECOGNITION – MR. JEFF KELSO
Resolution #GPA-281-10
Moved by Mayor Abernethy, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT a letter be forwarded to Mr. Jeff Kelso, thanking him for his efforts regarding the
recent fire at the Harris property.
CARRIED
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda.
Councillor Hooper chaired this portion of the meeting.
CLERK’S DEPARTMENT
CREATION OF BUSINESS REGISTRY
Resolution #GPA-282-10
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Report CLD-011-10 be received for information.
CARRIED
Councillor Novak returned to the meeting at 1:09 p.m.
2010 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS – COMPLIANCE AUDIT COMMITTEE
Resolution #GPA-283-10
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Report CLD-012-10 be received;
THAT the Terms of Reference for the Clarington Municipal Election Compliance Audit
Committee, included as Attachment 1 to Report CLD-012-10, be adopted;
THAT the Clarington Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee Rules of
Procedure, included as Attachment 2 to Report CLD-012-10, be received for
information;
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THAT the Municipal Clerk be directed to place an ad in the local newspapers and on the
Municipal Website, and contact the Institution of Chartered Accountants of Ontario, the
Law Society of Upper Canada, Durham Regional Police Services, and UOIT inviting
applications for appointment to the Clarington Municipal Election Compliance Audit
Committee; and
THAT the draft by-law attached to Report CLD-012-10 as Attachment 3 be approved by
Council.
CARRIED
1ST QUARTER PARKING REPORT
Resolution #GPA-284-10
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Report CLD-013-10 be received; and
THAT a copy of Report CLD-013-10 be forwarded to the Bowmanville Business Centre
for their information.
CARRIED
NEWCASTLE/BOND HEAD RATEPAYERS’ ASSOCIATION CONCERNS
Resolution #GPA-285-10
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Mayor Abernethy
THAT Report CLD-014-10 be received;
THAT methods of deterring Canada Geese in municipal parks be investigated for
inclusion in the 2011 budget deliberations; and
THAT Ken Willis, Secretary, Newcastle/Bond Head Ratepayers’ Association be advised
of Council’s decision and forwarded a copy of Report CLD-014-10.
CARRIED
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INSTALLATION OF “DEAF CHILD” SIGNS
Resolution #GPA-286-10
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Mayor Abernethy
THAT Report CLD-015-10 be received;
THAT the request for the installation of “Deaf Child” signs be denied; and
THAT Lisa Janveaux, Community Advantage Rehabilitation Inc., and Colleen Hynes be
advised of Council’s decision.
CARRIED
Mayor Abernethy chaired this portion of the meeting.
CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
TENDER NO. CL2010-14 – SUPPLY & HAULING OF GRANULAR MATERIAL
Resolution #GPA-287-10
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Report COD-016-10 be received;
THAT Robert E. Young Construction Limited, Peterborough, Ontario, with a total bid in
the amount of $207,591.02 (plus G.S.T.), being the lowest responsible bidder meeting
all terms, conditions and specifications of Tender CL2010-14, be awarded the contract
for Supply & Hauling of Granular Material, as required by the Municipality of Clarington,
Operations Department; and
THAT funds in the amount of $219,591.02 which includes $207,591.02 for tendering,
administration, material testing and contingencies be drawn from the Operations
Department various 2010 Annual Operations Road Maintenance and Construction
Accounts, as follows:
Account # 100-36-380-10205-7112, Culvert $3,356.64
Account # 100-36-380-10225-7112, Entrance Culverts $2,909.09
Account # 100-36-380-10733-7112, Sidewalk Maintenance $1,118.88
Account # 100-36-384-10310-7112 Guide Rail $1,118.88
Account # 100-36-380-10240-7112 Ditch/Shoulder Maintenance $1,118.88
Account # 100-36-382-10280-7112 Gravel Resurfacing –
Various Prices $197,968.65
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Account # 100-36-382-10280-7112 Gravel Resurfacing –
Consulting/Material Testing/ Contingencies $12,000.00
Total Funds Required $219,591.02
CARRIED
CO-OPERATIVE TENDER NO. T-539-2010 – SUPPLY, DELIVERY AND
APPLICATION OF CALCIUM/MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE
Resolution #GPA-288-10
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Report COD-017-10 be received;
THAT Miller Paving Limited, Markham, Ontario, with a total bid price of $81,928.00
(excluding G.S.T.), for the Municipality of Clarington’s requirements for liquid
magnesium chloride (Section I) being the lowest responsible bidder meeting all terms,
conditions and specifications of the Co-operative Tender T-539-2010, be awarded the
contract to supply and apply approximately 392,000 litres of liquid magnesium chloride,
as required by the Municipality of Clarington Operations Department;
THAT Innovative Surface Solutions Canada, Ajax, Ontario, with a total bid price of
$5,443.20 (excluding G.S.T.), for the Municipality of Clarington’s requirements for flaked
calcium chloride (i.e., in 20 kilogram bags), (Section II) being the lowest responsible
bidder meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of the Co-operative Tender
T-539-2010, be awarded the portion of the contract to supply and deliver approximately
9,000 kg of flaked calcium chloride, as required by the Municipality of Clarington
Operations Department;
THAT pending satisfactory pricing and service and approval by the Durham Purchasing
Co-operative, the contracts be awarded for a second and third year; and
THAT the funds expended be drawn from the Operations Department various operating
accounts.
CARRIED
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ONTARIO POWER AUTHORITY – DEMAND RESPONSE PROGRAM (DR3)
Resolution #GPA-289-10
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Report COD-019-10 be received;
THAT staff be authorized to investigate the Ontario Power Authority – Demand
Response Program in order to determine if opportunities exist for the Municipality of
Clarington to participate;
THAT if positive results of the investigation are produced during the summer recess,
staff be authorized to enter into an operating agreement for participation in the Ontario
Power Authority - Demand Response Program: and
THAT staff provide a report back to Council with recommendations on the findings of
their investigation.
CARRIED
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
FINANCIAL UPDATE AS AT MARCH 31, 2010
Resolution #GPA-290-10
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Report FND-010-10 be received for information.
CARRIED
ANNUAL LEASING REPORT - 2009
Resolution #GPA-291-10
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Report FND-011-10 be received for information.
CARRIED
SOLICITOR’S DEPARTMENT
There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda.
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CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
There were no reports to be considered under this section of the Agenda.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
PRESENTATION OF JOHN PRESTA, DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES,
REGION OF DURHAM WORKS DEPARTMENT, REGARDING SOURCE WATER
PROTECTION
Resolution #GPA-292-10
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the presentation from Mr. John Presta, Director of Environmental Services,
Region of Durham Works Department, regarding source water protection be received
with thanks.
CARRIED
DELEGATION OF BRAD ARBOUR, CO-ORDINATOR, FIREHOUSE YOUTH
CENTRE, REGARDING AN UPDATE ON THE FIREHOUSE YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Resolution #GPA-293-10
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the delegation of Mr. Brad Arbour, Co-ordinator, Firehouse Youth Centre,
regarding an update on the Firehouse Youth Activities, be received with thanks.
CARRIED
DELEGATION OF KEVIN ANYAN, REGARDING A RIBFEST UPDATE
Resolution #GPA-294-10
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the request for the use of the Emergency Services Department portable back-up
generator by the Rotary Club of Bowmanville for Ribfest be approved;
THAT details regarding a reduced rental rate and other arrangements be worked out
with the Emergency Services Department to cover general maintenance costs; and
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THAT the Rotary Club be advised of the condition that the generator will not be
available to them should an emergency arise necessitating the use of the generator by
Emergency Services.
CARRIED
DELEGATION OF JIM RICHARDS, REQUESTING AN APOLOGY FROM MAYOR
ABERNETHY FOR CURTAILING HIS FREEDOM OF SPEECH AS GUARANTEED
UNDER THE CANADIAN CHARTER OF RIGHTS AND FREEDOM
Resolution #GPA-295-10
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the delegation of Mr. Jim Richards, requesting an apology from Mayor Abernethy
for curtailing his freedom of speech as guaranteed under the Canadian Charter of
Rights and Freedom, be received with thanks.
CARRIED
DELEGATION OF JEREMY WOODCOCK, REGARDING THE MUNICIPALITY’S
FACILITY RENTAL POLICY FOR MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS RELATED ACTIVITIES
Resolution #GPA-296-10
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the delegation of Jeremy Woodcock, regarding the Municipality’s facility rental
policy regarding municipal elections, be received with thanks.
CARRIED
OTHER BUSINESS
RELOCATION OF THE HOUSE LOCATED AT 57 MILL ST. S, NEWCASTLE
Resolution #GPA-297-10
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the Clarington Heritage Committee requests that the Municipality of Clarington
request that the developer make efforts to either move the house located at
57 Mill St. S., Newcastle, to another site within Newcastle or place the house up for sale
to see if someone else will take responsibility to save and relocate the heritage home
before demolition; and
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THAT this requirement be added as a condition of site plan approval.
MOTION LOST
SEWAGE CAPACITY
Resolution #GPA-298-10
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the Directors of Planning and Engineering Services Departments meet at the
earliest convenience with the Commissioner of Works of the Region of Durham, to
discuss the current available sewage capacity situation in Bowmanville; and
THAT Staff report to Council on the remedy of the sewage capacity issues as soon as
possible.
CARRIED
REPORT TO REGION OF DURHAM REGARDING CHILDREN’S AID SOCIETY
FUNDING
Councillor Foster advised he will be giving a Notice of Motion for the May 10, 2010
Council meeting regarding the circulation of the presentation to Region of Durham on
March 31, 2010, from the Children’s Aid Society, regarding funding.
COMMUNICATIONS
There were no items considered under this section of the Agenda.
CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS
There were no items considered under this section of the Agenda.
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ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #GPA-299-10
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the meeting adjourn at 2:16 p.m.
CARRIED
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