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General Government Committee
Minutes
Date: June 1, 2020
Time: 9:30 AM
Location: Council Chambers, 2nd Floor
Municipal Administrative Centre
40 Temperance Street
Bowmanville, Ontario
Present Were: Mayor A. Foster
Present by Electronic Councillor G. Anderson, Councillor R. Hooper, Councillor J.
Means: Jones, Councillor J. Neal, Councillor C. Traill, Councillor M.
Zwa rt
Staff Present: J. Gallagher, L. Patenaude
Present by Electronic A. Allison, A. Greentree, F. Langmaid, R. Maciver
Means: Until 5:22 PM: G. Acorn, R. Albright, S. Brake, M. Marano, T.
Pinn, G. Weir
1. Call to Order
Mayor Foster called the meeting to order at 9.30 AM.
2. Land Acknowledgement Statement
Councillor Zwart led the meeting in the Land Acknowledgement Statement.
3. New Business — Introduction
Councillor Neal asked that an Item regarding Numbering of Pages on the
Agenda, be added to the New Business section of the agenda.
4. Adopt the Agenda
Resolution # GG-120-20
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Agenda for the General Government Committee meeting of June 1,
2020 be adopted as presented with the addition of a New Business Item
Regarding Page Numbering on Agendas.
Carried
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5. Declaration of Interest
Councillor Hooper declared a direct interest in Report FND-018-20 regarding
COVID-19 Financial Support Update, Section 9 Business Improvement Areas.
Councillor Jones declared an indirect interest in Report CSD-005-20 regarding
the 2020 Community Event Sponsorship Requests - Intake 2 (Spring) for the
Bowmanville Memorial Hospital Foundation (Application #S20-06).
Councillor Neal declared an indirect interest in Report CSD-005-20 regarding the
2020 Community Sponsorship Requests for Autism Home Base Durham.
Councillor Zwart declared a direct interest in Report FND-018-20 regarding
COVID-19 Financial Support Update, Section 9 Business Improvement Areas.
6. Announcements
Members of Committee announced upcoming community events and matters of
community interest.
7. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting
7.1 Minutes of a Regular Meeting of the General Government Committee
Meeting dated May 11, 2020
Resolution # GG-121-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the minutes of the regular meeting of the General Government Committee
meeting held on May 11, 2020, be approved.
Carried
8. Delegations
No Delegations.
9. Communications — Receive for Information
9.1 Minutes of the Bowmanville Business Improvement Area dated April 14,
2020
9.2 Christopher Schueler, Project Manager, AECOM, Regarding Highway 401
Bridge Rehabilitations in Clarington, Detail Design and Class
Environmental Assessment Study
9.3 Stephanie Allman, Regulatory Coordinator - Regulatory Affairs, Enbridge
Gas Inc., Regarding Notice of Application for Harmonized System
Expansion Surcharge, Temporary Connection Surcharge and Hourly
Allocation Factor
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9.4 Gretchen Gordon, Senior Lead Liaison - Ontario, Public Affairs &
Communications, TC Energy, Regarding Mainline Valve (MLV) 135,
Clarington, Hydrostatic Testing
9.5 Memo from Steve Brake, Acting Director of Operations and George Acorn,
Acting Director of Community Services, Regarding Report CSD-008-19
Single Use Plastics in Municipal Buildings
9.6 Memo from Ron Albright, Acting Director of Engineering Services,
Regarding Robert Adams and Prestonvale Road Intersection Update
Resolution # GG-122-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That items 9.1 to 9.6, be received on consent.
Carried
Note: Item 9.6 was further considered later in the meeting. See Item 12.2.
10. Communications — Direction
10.1 Barry Carmichael, Chair, Newcastle Community Hall, Regarding
Community Hall Funding Assistance
Resolution # GG-123-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That Correspondence Item 10.1 from Barry Carmichael, Chair, Newcastle
Community Hall, regarding Community Hall Funding Assistance, be referred to
the consideration of Report FND-018-20 COVID-19, Financial Support Update.
Carried
10.2 Jeff Bunn, Manager, Council & Committee Services/Deputy City Clerk, City
of Kitchener, Regarding Universal Basic Income
Resolution # GG-124-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the following resolution from Jeff Bunn, Manager, Council & Committee
Services/Deputy Clerk, City of Kitchener, regarding Universal Basic Income, be
endorsed by the Municipality of Clarington:
Whereas the World Health Organization (WHO) on March 11, 2020
declared COVID-19 a pandemic, pointing to the growing number of cases
of the coronavirus illness around the world and the sustained risk of
further global spread;
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And whereas in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Province of
Ontario and the City of Kitchener have declared a state of emergency
under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act;
And whereas the City of Kitchener has approved the Early Economic
Support Plan, which provides financial and economic support measures to
help reduce the financial strain on citizens and businesses during the
COVID-19 pandemic;
And whereas Statistics Canada has reported that the unemployment rate
has risen to 7.8 per cent, with 1,011,000 jobs lost in March 2020, and that
the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the employment of 3.1 million
Canadians;
And whereas the Federal government has announced $82 billion in relief
funding for the COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, utilizing tax deferrals,
subsidies, loans, and credits to support citizens, businesses, and
industries;
And whereas according to a 2018 Parliamentary Budget Office report, a
Canada -wide basic income of the type previously piloted in Ontario would
have an annual net cost of $44 billion;
And whereas a universal basic income would likely have many positive
effects, including reducing poverty, reducing strain on health care and
social assistance systems, supporting businesses and the economy,
reducing crime, as well as reducing administrative complexity and creating
efficiencies for those in need of financial and economic support measures;
Therefore Be It Resolved that the Council of the City of Kitchener
urges the Ontario Provincial government to pursue a partnership
with the Federal government for the establishment of a universal
basic income;
Be It Finally Resolved that this resolution be forwarded to the Right
Honourable Prime Minister of Canada; the Honourable Premier of
Ontario; the Minister of Children, Community and Social Services;
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing; the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario; the Local Members of Provincial
Parliament; the Region of Waterloo; all Municipalities within the
Province of Ontario; and, the Federation of Canadian
Municipalities.
Yes (5): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Hooper, Councillor Traill,
and Councillor Zwart
No (2): Councillor Jones, and Councillor Neal
Carried on a recorded vote (5 to 2)
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11. Presentations
11.1 Anand Desai, Associate Planner, Monteith Brown Planning Consultants,
Regarding Report EGD-010-20 Outdoor Recreation Needs Assessment
Anand Desai, Associate Planner, Monteith Brown Planning Consultants was
present via electronic means regarding Report EGD-010-20, Outdoor Recreation
Needs Assessment (ORNA). Mr. Desai made a verbal presentation to
accompany an electronic presentation. He outlined the purpose of the ORNA,
identifying outdoor recreation needs over the next 15 years and highlighted the
items contained in, and out of, the scope of the ORNA. Mr. Desai noted the
planning process timeline was initiated in early fall 2019. He updated the
Committee on the results of Community Engagement and thanked the Corporate
Communications Division for their help with assisting in the process by
advertising in the newspaper and social media. Mr. Desai explained the themes
contained in the assessment and continued by explaining the details and action
plan for rectangular fields, ball diamonds, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball
courts, skateboard/BMX parks, and trails. Mr. Desai noted other
recommendations including a replacement site to permanently accommodate
displacement of Bowmanville Allotment Gardens, construction of an off -leash
park in North Bowmanville, and integration of splash pads at future
Neighbourhood Parks. He concluded by noting the next steps of the assessment
which would require the Committee to approve the ORNA as a guiding
document. Mr. Desai answered questions from the Members of Committee.
12. Engineering Services Department Reports
12.1 EGD-010-20 Outdoor Recreation Needs Assessment (ORNA)
Resolution # GG-125-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Report be received;
That the Outdoor Recreation Needs Assessment be approved as a guide for the
future provision of outdoor recreation facilities; and
That all interested parties listed in Report and any delegations be advised of
Council's decision.
Carried as Amended
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Resolution # GG-126-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-125-20 be amended by adding the following
after paragraph two:
"That Staff be directed to properly fix the Stuart Park Tennis Court and
provide lighting for the Courts."
Yes (3): Councillor Jones, Councillor Neal, and Councillor Traill
No (4): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Hooper, and Councillor
Zwa rt
Motion Lost on a recorded vote (3 to 4)
Resolution # GG-127-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow Members of Committee to
speak to the foregoing Resolution #GG-126-20 for a second time.
Carried
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-126-20 was then put to a recorded vote and
lost.
Recess
Resolution # GG-128-20
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That the Committee recess for 10 minutes.
Carried
The meeting reconvened at 11:15 AM with Mayor Foster in the Chair.
Resolution # GG-129-20
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Traill
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-125-20 be amended by adding the following
after paragraph two:
"That Staff report back on limiting access for dogs in certain parks and
staff to review the possibility to increase fines for poop and scoop
infractions."
Motion Withdrawn
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Resolution # GG-130-20
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Traill
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-125-20 be amended by adding the following
after paragraph two:
"That Staff report back on enforcement, park patrols, and the possibility to
increase the fees for poop and scoop infractions."
Motion Withdrawn
Resolution # GG-131-20
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-125-20 be amended by adding the following
after paragraph two:
"That Staff be directed to report back before summer break on capital
improvements to Stuart Park Tennis Courts, and other tennis courts in
Clarington, to enhance user experience."
Carried as Amended
Resolution # GG-132-20
The Committee recessed for their one hour scheduled break as per the
Procedural By- law.
The meeting reconvened at 1:00 PM with Mayor Foster in the Chair.
Resolution # GG-133-20
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-131-20 be amended by adding the following
after the words "in Clarington":
"and other infrastructure projects which may be included within related
budgetary allowances"
Carried
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-131-20 was then put to a vote and carried as
amended.
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12.2 Correspondence Item 9.6 - Memo from Ron Albright, Acting Director of
Engineering Services, Regarding Robert Adams and Prestonvale Road
Intersection Update
Suspend the Rules
Resolution # GG-134-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to further consider Correspondence
Item 9.6, Memo from Ron Albright, Acting Director of Engineering Services,
Regarding Robert Adams and Prestonvale Road Intersection Update, at this
time.
Carried
Resolution # GG-135-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That Staff be directed to install an all -way stop sign at the intersection of Robert
Adams and Prestonvale Road.
Carried
13. Operations Department Reports
13.1 OPD-002-20 Winter Control Services
Resolution # GG-136-20
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That Report OPD-002-20 be received;
That Council support the cancellation of Tender CL2020-13 for Winter Control
Services; and
That Council approve the issuance of a tender for the replacement of four end of
service life combination plow trucks that were previously requested in the 2019
and 2020 Capital Budget submissions.
Referred
Resolution # GG-137-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That Report OPD-002-20 be referred back to Staff to report, in fall, 2020, on a
tender for Winter Control Services based on an hourly basis, as opposed to per
kilometre basis.
Carried as Amended
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Resolution # GG-138-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-137-20 be amended to replace the words "as
opposed to" with the words "or a".
Carried
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-137-20 was then put to a vote and carried as
amended.
Recess
Resolution # GG-139-20
Moved by Councillor Jones
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the Committee recess for 10 minutes.
Carried
The meeting reconvened at 2:26 PM with Mayor Foster in the Chair.
14. Emergency and Fire Services Department Reports
No Reports for this Section of the Agenda.
15. Community Services Department Reports
15.1 CSD-005-20 2020 Community Event Sponsorship Requests — Intake 2
(Spring)
Resolution # GG-140-20
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That Report CSD-005-20 be received;
That Council consider the staff recommendations on Intake 1 funding as
presented in this Report;
That Council consider all submitted Intake 2 sponsorship requests; and
That all interested parties listed in Report CSD-005-20, and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
Carried
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Councillor Neal declared an indirect interest in the Sponsorship Application from
Autism Home Base Durham as he is a member of the Board. Councillor Neal
muted is audio and video and refrained from discussion and voting on this
matter.
Autism Home Base Durham
Resolution # GG-141-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Traill
That the Sponsorship Application, from Autism Home Base Durham, for the Fall
Family Symposium 2020, be approved in the amount of $1,000.
Carried
Councillor Neal returned to the meeting.
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Resolution # GG-142-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Sponsorship Application, from Big Brothers Big Sisters, for a fall event,
be approved in the amount of $2,000.
Carried
Canadian Cancer Society
Resolution # GG-143-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Neal
That the Sponsorship Application, from Canadian Cancer Society, be maintained
in the amount of $2,000.
Carried
Clarington AAA Peewee Team
Resolution # GG-144-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That no refund be requested from the Clarington AAA Peewee Team for their
Sponsorship amount.
Carried
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Epilepsy Durham
Resolution # GG-145-20
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the Sponsorship Application, from Epilepsy Durham, be approved in the
amount of $2,000, with the requirement to return the amount if the event is
deferred to 2021.
Carried
Newtonville Community Hall
Resolution # GG-146-20
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the Sponsorship Application, from Newtonville Community Hall, for a fall
event, be approved in the amount of $1,000.
Carried
Newcastle Memorial Arena Board
Resolution # GG-147-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-01, from Newcastle Memorial Arena
Board, be approved in the amount of $2,000.
Carried
Bowmanville Memorial Hospital Foundation
Councillor Jones declared an indirect interest in Sponsorship Application #S20-
06 as she is an employee of Lakeridge Health. Councillor Jones muted her
audio and video and refrained from discussion and voting on this matter.
Resolution # GG-148-20
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-06, from Bowmanville Memorial Hospital
Foundation, be approved in the amount of $2,000.
Carried
Councillor Jones returned to the meeting
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Resolution # GG-149-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow Members of Committee to
speak to the foregoing Resolution #GG-148-20 for a second time.
Motion Withdrawn
Grandview Children's Foundation
Resolution # GG-150-20
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Neal
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-07, from Grandview Children's
Foundation, be approved in the amount of $2,000.
Carried
Bethesda House
Resolution # GG-151-20
Moved by Councillor Traill
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-08, from Bethesda House, be approved
in the amount of $600.00.
Carried
Tyrone Community Centre
Resolution # GG-152-20
Moved by Councillor Traill
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-09, from Tyrone Community Centre, be
approved in the amount of $500.00.
Carried
Newcastle BIA
Resolution # GG-153-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-10, from Newcastle BIA, be approved in
the amount of $2,000.
Carried
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Resolution # GG-154-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Traill
That the Sponsorship Applications #S20-11 to S20-16 and S20-19, be received
for information.
Motion Lost
Soper Valley Model Railroad
Resolution # GG-155-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-11, from Soper Valley Model Railroad, be
approved in the amount of $800.00.
Carried
Carion Fenn Foundation
Resolution # GG-156-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-13, from Carion Fenn Foundation, be
approved in the amount of $500.00.
Carried
Newcastle Village and District Historical Society
Resolution # GG-157-20
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-14, from Newcastle Village and District
Historical Society, be approved in the amount of $1,000.
Carried
St. Paul's United Church
Resolution # GG-158-20
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-15, from St. Paul's United Church, be
approved in the amount of $1.000.
Carried
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Oshawa Ski Club o/a Brimacombe
Resolution # GG-159-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-16, from Oshawa Ski Club o/a
Brimacombe, be approved in the amount of $500.00
Motion Lost
Oshawa Ski Club o/a Brimacombe
Resolution # GG-160-20
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-16, from Oshawa Ski Club o/a
Brimacombe, be approved in the amount of $1,000.
Carried
Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade
Resolution # GG-161-20
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-18, from Bowmanville Santa Claus
Parade, be approved in the amount of $2,000.
Carried
Sharon Payton
Resolution # GG-162-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-19, from Sharon Payton be approved in
the amount of $1,000.
Motion Lost
Sharon Payton
Resolution # GG-163-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Sponsorship Application #S20-19, from Sharon Payton be received for
information.
Carried
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16. Municipal Clerk's Department Reports
16.1 CLD-008-20 Appointment to the Newcastle Arena Board
Resolution # GG-164-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That Report CLD-008-20 be received;
That Jim Vinson be appointed to the Newcastle Arena Board for a term ending
December 31, 2022, or until a successor is appointed; and
That all interested parties listed in Report CLD-008-20 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
Carried
17. Corporate Services Department Reports
No Reports for this Section of the Agenda.
18. Finance Department Reports
18.1 FND-014-20 Durham Purchasing Co-operative Asphalt Registry
Resolution # GG-165-20
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That Report FND-014-20 be received;
That Innovative Surface Solutions, with a total bid amount for the initial one year
term of $128,107.85 (Net HST Rebate), and a potential contract value of
$463,879.11 (Net HST Rebate) for three years, being the lowest responsible
bidder for delivery of High Performance Cold Mix Asphalt, meeting all terms,
conditions and specifications of Tender C2020-019, be awarded the Asphalt
Registry for the Municipality of Clarington's requirements of High Performance
Cold Mix Asphalt;
That, subject to Council approving recommendation 2, the Purchasing Manager
in consultation with the Acting Director of Operations be given the authority to
extend the contract with Innovative Surface Solutions for up to two additional one
year terms;
That Coco Paving Inc., with a total bid amount for the initial one year term of
$28,309.63 (Net HST Rebate), and a potential contract value of $84,928.89 (Net
HST Rebate) for three years, being the lowest responsible bidder for the supply
of HL3 Hot Mix and Driveway Mix Asphalt within a reasonable distance to allow
for pickup and application, meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of
Tender C2020-019, be awarded the Asphalt Registry for the Municipality of
Clarington's requirements of HL3 Hot Mix and Driveway Mix Asphalt;
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That, subject to Council approving recommendation 4, the Purchasing Manager
in consultation with the Acting Director of Operations be given the authority to
extend the contract with Coco Paving for up to two additional one year terms;
and
That the funds expended for high performance cold mix asphalt in the amount of
$128,107.85 and HL3 hot mix and driveway mix asphalt in the amount of
$28,309.63 be funded by the Municipality from the approved budget allocation as
follows:
Description Account Number Amount
Pavement Patch 100-36-381-10255-7112 L$156,417.48
That all interested parties listed in Report FND-014-20 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
Carried
18.2 FND-015-20 Rout and Crack Seal Repairs
Resolution # GG-166-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Report FND-015-20 be received;
That Pavetech Ottawa Ltd. with an annual bid amount of $76,669.00 (Net HST
Rebate) being the lowest compliant bidder meeting all terms, conditions and
specifications of tender CL2020-12 be awarded the contract for an initial one-
year term for Rout and Crack Seal Repairs, as required by the Operations
Department;
That, pending satisfactory performance, the Purchasing Manager, in consultation
with the Acting Director of Operations, be given the authority to extend the
contract for this service for up to four additional one-year terms;
That the funds required for this project in the amount of $76,669.00 (Net HST
Rebate) be funded by the Municipality as follows:
Description Account Number Amount
Hrdtop Mntce / Pavment Resurf. / 100-36-381-10250- $76,669
Contract 7163
That all interested parties listed in Report FND-015-20 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
Carried
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Recess
Resolution # GG-167-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Traill
That the Committee recess for 15 minutes.
Carried
The meeting reconvened at 3:51 PM with Mayor Foster in the Chair.
18.3 FND-016-20 Annual Statement for the Development Charges Reserve Funds
for the Year Ended December 31, 2019
Resolution # GG-168-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That Report FND-016-20 be received; and
That a copy of this report be posted on the Municipality's website.
Carried
18.4 FND-017-20 Supply and Installation of Four New Playgrounds
Resolution # GG-169-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Report FND-017-20 be received;
That Play Power with a bid amount of $136,532.00 (Net HST Rebate) being the
lowest bidder meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of RFP2019-16 be
awarded the contract for the supply and installation of Gatehouse Parkette in
Courtice and Orono Park, as required by the Operations Department;
That Play KSL with a bid amount of $137,228.00 (Net HST Rebate) being the
lowest bidder meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of RFP2019-16 be
awarded the contract for the supply and installation of Landerville Parkette in
Bowmanville and Moyse Parkette in Courtice, as required by the Operations
Department;
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19.
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20.1
That the funds required for this project in the amount of $273,760.00 (Net HST
Rebate) be funded by the Municipality as follows:
Description
2019 Park Furniture Equipment
2020 Park Furniture Equipment
Account Number
I§11 1,01MY2a:191*L9Lt1]iI
110-36-325-83644-7401
Amount
$273,418
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That all interested parties listed in Report FND-017-20 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
Carried
Solicitor's Department Reports
No Reports for this Section of the Agenda.
CAO Office Reports
CAO-013-20 Service Delivery Review Update - Tourism
Resolution # GG-170-20
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That Report CAO-013-20 be received for information.
Carried
CAO-014-20 Service Delivery Review Update — Animal Shelter Services
Resolution # GG-171-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Report CAO-014-20 be received for information.
Carried
Suspend the Rules
Resolution # GG-172-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to extend the meeting for an
additional one hour until 5.30 PM.
Carried
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21. New Business — Consideration
21.1 Actions to Support Municipalities and the Development of a Green
Economy
Resolution # GG-173-20
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
Whereas all levels of government have taken unprecedented steps to ensure the
health and well-being of Canadians during the COVID-19 public health
emergency, which has resulted in a significant economic slowdown;
And whereas climate change and environmental degradation will continue to be
ongoing threats to the health and well-being of Canadians during, and after, the
COVID-19 public health emergency;
And whereas governments will play an important role in restarting the economy
following the COVID-19 public health emergency to ensure the prosperity and
well-being of our communities;
And whereas the restart of the economy provides a unique leadership
opportunity for governments to expedite the transition to environmentally
sustainable economic activities that are prosperous and healthy for people and
the natural environment;
And whereas investing in a clean economy has many benefits that contribute to
the health and well-being of people including: increased air and water quality;
technological innovation; energy -supply security through increased energy
diversity; reduced fuel costs; new employment opportunities; and healthier
natural areas;
And whereas the Municipality of Clarington has helped to create and endorse the
Durham Community Energy Plan, which outlines a strategy to respond to climate
change while providing over 7,000 new jobs each year, reducing greenhouse gas
(GHG) emissions by 70%, reducing overall household energy expenses, and
returning $40 billion in energy savings and revenue to the economy in Durham
from local energy generation by 2050;
And whereas the Municipality of Clarington is already taking actions to protect
the environment and respond to climate change by implementing Priority Green
development standards and an Energy Conservation and Demand Management
Plan, developing the Clarington Climate Action Plan, participating in the
Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Partners for Climate Protection Program,
and declaring a climate emergency to expedite climate action;
Now therefore be it resolved:
That Mayor Foster, on behalf of the Municipality of Clarington, respectfully
request that the Federal and Provincial governments take the following actions to
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support municipalities and the development of a green economy following the
COVID-19 public health emergency:
• Invest in programs that reduce GHG emissions and create jobs by helping
residents and businesses retrofit existing homes and buildings and construct
new homes and buildings that are energy efficient and resilient to climate
change.
• Invest in the restoration of forests, streams, rivers, wetlands, and coastal
ecosystems, which provide a wide variety of ecological goods and services,
such as clean air and water, long term carbon storage, and natural habitats.
• Invest in accessible public transit systems in rural and urban areas to help
reduce GHG emissions and provide essential transportation.
• Invest in cycling and pedestrian infrastructure, which enables inexpensive
non-polluting mobility and supports public health through physical activity.
• Create a federal Environmental Bill of Rights, that articulates a person's right
to clean air, water and a healthy natural environment.
• Divest from the fossil fuel industry to reduce GHG emissions and mitigate
climate change.
• Invest in local renewable energy production, transmission and storage, to
reduce GHG emissions and household energy expenses and create high
quality new jobs in manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and recycling.
• Invest in the local agricultural sector to lower GHG emissions associated with
food distribution, create local jobs, and increase local food security.
• Invest in waste reduction initiatives that reduce the amount of household
waste that is being added to landfills and burned in waste incinerators.
• Invest in Canadian industries that are seeking solutions to climate change
and environmental damage and contributing to public well-being.
• Provide financial aid to municipalities and businesses to support initiatives
that create local jobs, provide local services, increase local food security,
implement sustainable business practices, and increase resilience to climate
change.
That this resolution be forwarded to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities
(FCM) the Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) for circulation to
municipalities with a request for endorsement;
That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Honourable Erin O'Toole, MP
(Durham), Honourable Philip Lawrence MP (Northumberland -Peterborough
South), Lindsey Park, MPP (Durham), David Piccini, MPP (Northumberland -
Peterborough South); and
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That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Region of Durham and Durham
area municipalities for endorsement.
Yes (5): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Hooper, Councillor Traill,
and Councillor Zwart
No (2): Councillor Jones, and Councillor Neal
Carried on a recorded vote (5 to 2)
21.2 Appointment to St. Marys Community Relations Committee
Councillor Anderson and Councillor Traill nominated Councillor Hooper to be the
Council Appointment to the St. Marys Community Relations
Committee. Councillor Hooper declined the nomination.
Resolution # GG-174-20
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Traill
That Councillor Zwart be appointed as the Council Representative to the St.
Marys Community Relations Committee.
Carried
Counillor Zwart agreed to accept the nomination.
21.3 Page Numbering on Agendas
Resolution # GG-175-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That, when there are updates to Agendas, the original page numbers not be
changed.
Yes (2): Councillor Neal, and Councillor Traill
No (5): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Hooper, Councillor Jones,
and Councillor Zwart
Motion Lost on a recorded vote (2 to 5)
Suspend the Rules
Resolution # GG-176-20
Moved by Councillor Traill
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to add an additional item to the
Agenda.
Carried
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21.4 Anaerobic Digestion Facility
Resolution # GG-177-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
Whereas the proximity of the proposed Anaerobic Digestion Facility in Clarington
presents a significant risk of exposure to the residents of Clarington and Oshawa
to noxious odours;
Whereas the Municipality of Clarington has declared itself an Unwilling Host
Community to the Anaerobic Digestion Facility;
Now Therefore Be It Resolved That:
1. The Municipality of Clarington requests that Oshawa endorse Clarington's
position as an Unwilling Host Community;
2. Durham Region be advised that Clarington challenges the Region's decision
to spend up to $1.2 million in legal studies for a project that Clarington
opposes;
3. That Clarington asks that Durham Region not spend any of the proposed $1.2
million for legal studies while there is a legal challenge underway by the
Municipality of Clarington;
4. MPP Lindsey Park be contacted to assist Council given the potential negative
environmental, social and financial impacts on Darlington Park and the
Energy Park.
Referred
Resolution # GG-178-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That Resolution #GG-177-20, regarding the Anaerobic Digestion Facility, be
referred to the end of the meeting to be discussed during closed session.
Carried
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22. Unfinished Business
22.1 FND-018-20 COVID-19 Financial Support Update
Councillor Hooper declared a direct interest in Report FND-018-20 COVID-19
Financial Support Update, Section 9 regarding Business Improvement Areas as it
relates to his family business. Councillor Hooper muted his audio and video and
refrained from discussion on this matter.
Councillor Zwart declared a direct interest in Report FND-018-20 COVID-19
Financial Support Update, Section 9 regarding Business Improvement Areas as
she owns commercial property in the BIA area. Councillor Zwart muted her
audio and video and refrained from discussion on this matter.
Resolution # GG-179-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That Report FND-018-20 regarding COVID-19 Financial Support Update, be
referred to the June 22, 2020 General Government Committee meeting.
Motion Withdrawn
Resolution # GG-180-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That Report FND-018-20 regarding COVID-19 Financial Support Update, be
referred to the June 15, 2020 Council meeting.
Carried
Councillor Hooper returned to the meeting.
Councillor Zwart returned to the meeting.
Closed Session
Resolution # GG-181-20
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as
amended, the meeting be closed for the purpose of discussing the following three
matters:
• Mediation/Arbitration, a matter that deals with litigation or potential litigation,
including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or
local board.
• HR Matter Arising out of Questions to the Municipal Clerk, a matter that deals
with personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or
local board employees.
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• Anaerobic Digestion Facility, a matter that deals with advice to the solicitor -
client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.
Carried
Rise and Report
The meeting resumed in open session at 6:30 PM.
Mayor Foster advised that three items were discussed in "closed" session in
accordance with Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 and two resolutions
were passed on procedural matters and no resolutions were passed to provide
direction to staff.
22.2 Anaerobic Digestion Facility
Resolution # GG-182-20
Moved by Councillor Traill
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
Whereas the proximity of the proposed Anaerobic Digestion Facilitu in Clarington
presents a significant risk of exposure to the residents of Clarington and Oshawa
to noxious odours;
Whereas the Municipality of Clarington has declared itself an Unwilling Host
Community to the Anaerobic Digestion Facility;
Now Therefore Be It Resolved That:
1. The Municipality of Clarington requests that Oshawa endorse Clarington's
position as an Unwilling Host Community;
2. Durham Region be advised that Clarington challenges the Region's decision
to spend up to $1.2 million in legal studies for a project that Clarington
opposes;
3. That Clarington asks that Durham Region not spend any of the proposed $1.2
million for legal studies while there is a legal challenge underway by the
Municipality of Clarington;
4. MPP Lindsey Park be contacted to assist Council given the potential negative
environmental, social and financial impacts on Darlington Park and the
Energy Park.
Yes (1): Councillor Traill
No (6): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Hooper, Councillor Jones,
Councillor Neal, and Councillor Zwart
Motion Lost on a recorded vote (1 to 6)
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23. Confidential Reports
No Reports for this Section of the Agenda.
24. Adjournment
Resolution # GG-183-20
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Neal
That the meeting adjourn at 6:36 PM.
Carried
Mayor
Deputy Clerk
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