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Council Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
September 20, 2021
6:30 p.m.
Council Members (in Chambers or MS Teams) | Members of the
Public (MS Teams)
Members Present: Mayor A. Foster, Councillor G. Anderson, Councillor R. Hooper,
Councillor J. Jones, Councillor J. Neal, Councillor M. Zwart
Absent: Councillor C. Traill
Staff Present: A. Allison, G. Acorn, S. Brake, R. Maciver, T. Pinn, Perini,
R. Windle, J. Gallagher, M. Chambers
Other Staff Present: F. Langmaid, C. Salazar
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1. Call to Order
Mayor Foster called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
2. Moment of Reflection
Councillor Hooper led the meeting in a moment of reflection.
3. Land Acknowledgement Statement
Councillor Hooper recited the Land Acknowledgement Statement.
4. Declaration of Interest
Councillor Hooper declared a direct interest in Item 13.5, Report FSD-039-21 -
Heritage Tax Incentive.
Mayor Foster declared a direct interest in Item 14.1 – Confidential Report CAO-007-
21, Spry Avenue Property Disposition.
5. Announcements
Members of Council announced upcoming community events and matters of
community interest.
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6. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting(s)
6.1 Minutes of a regular meeting of Council dated July 5, 2021
Resolution # C-271-21
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That the Minutes of a regular meeting of Council dated July 5, 2021, be approved.
Carried
Recess
Resolution # C-272-21
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Council recess for five minutes.
Carried
The meeting reconvened at 6:48 pm with Mayor Foster in the Chair.
Councillor Zwart joined the meeting.
7. Presentations / Delegations
Suspend the Rules
Resolution # C-273-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to add Darryl Kerswell as a delegation to
the agenda regarding Report PDS-043-21.
Carried
7.1 Liza Maw, regarding Report PDS-040-21 Request to Repeal Designation By-law
97-17;4478 Highway 35/115
Liza Maw was present regarding Report PDS-040-21, Request to Repeal
Designation By-law 97-17;4478 Highway 35/115. She made a verbal presentation to
accompany an electronic presentation. Ms. Maw provided an overview of the
property and some of the history of the heritage designation. She highlighted some
of the upgrades and maintenance that has been done on the house to date. Ms.
Maw provided the yearly house insurance rates illustrating the increases since 2017
and she noted there have been no claims in 18 years. She reviewed some of the
recent insurance quotes and explained that several of the insurance companies in
the area will not insurance a home with a heritage designation and some of the
concerns with the insurance quotes she has received. Ms. Maw explained that, as
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per the Information Bureau of Canada, there are challenges to obtaining home
insurance on a home with a Heritage Designation. She noted that, on the
Government of Ontario website, Heritage Tool Kit, it states that home insurance
rates should not increase as a result of a Heritage Designation. Ms. Maw concluded
by asking the Members of Council to support the repeal of the heritage designation
on 4478 Hwy 35//115. She answered questions from the Members of Council.
Alter the Agenda
Resolution # C-274-21
Moved by Councillor Jones
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the Agenda be altered to consider Item 13.4, Report PDS-040-21 - Request to
Repeal Designation By-law 97-17; 4478 Highway 35/115, at this time.
Carried
13.4 PDS-040-21 Request to Repeal Designation By-law 97-17; 4478 Highway 35/115
Resolution # C-275-21
Moved by Councillor Jones
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That Report PDS-040-21 be received;
That Council approve the application to repeal the heritage designation By-law 97-17
for the property located at 4478 Highway 35/115 and place the property on the
Clarington municipal heritage registry;
That a copy of Council’s resolution be sent to the Ministry of Heritage, Sport,
Tourism, and Culture Industries, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the
Insurance Bureau of Canada, and Ontario Heritage Trust; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-040-21 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
Motion Lost
Resolution # C-276-21
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That Report PDS-040-21 be received;
That Council refuse the application to repeal the heritage designation By-law 97-17
for the property located at 4478 Highway 35/115;
That a copy of Council’s resolution be sent to the Ministry of Heritage, Sport,
Tourism, and Culture Industries, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the
Insurance Bureau of Canada, and Ontario Heritage Trust; and
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That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-040-21 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
Carried
7. Presentations / Delegations
7.2 Tracy Hallman and Trudy Visentin, regarding Report PDS-043-21 An
Application by Darryl Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial
Uses, Including a General Store and Eating Establishment on the Property at
4504 Highway 2, Newtonville
Tracy Hallman and Trudy Visentin were present regarding Report PDS-043-21, An
Application by Darryl Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses,
Including a General Store and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504
Highway 2, Newtonville. Mr. Hallman thanked the Members of Council for the
opportunity to speak, noting that he is a long-time resident of Newtonville who has
used the store for many years. He added that he is concerned that a member of the
community is being not able operate his business. Mr. Hallman noted that he is in
full support of Mr. Kerswell as are many members of the community.
Ms. Visentin noted that she is also local resident and fully supports Mr. Kerswell's
application as it supports traffic flow and increases safety in that area due to the
placement of the store and sidewalk. She noted this will bring a sense of community
back to Newtonville and increase accessibility to the business. Ms. Visentin believes
that the that the original store building does not have the appropriate permits for
renovations currently underway and are not following COVID protocols. She
inquired about the petition which was submitted and asked if it had been overlooked.
Ms. Visentin believes that only residents of Clarington should be able to provide
input. She concluded by asking for support of Mr. Kerswell's application. Ms.
Visentin and Mr. Hallman answered questions from the Members of Council.
7.3 Kelly Maika, regarding Report PDS-043-21 An Application by Darryl Kerswell to
Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store and
Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville
Kelly Maika was present regarding Report PDS-043-21, An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store
and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville. Ms.
Maika noted that she is in full support of the application submitted my Mr.
Kerswell. She explained that Mr. Kerswell goes out of his way to support and
accommodate individuals with special needs and that this will be a fully accessible
store. Ms. Maika does not feel that parking will be a concern and is confident that
Mr. Kerswell will work to ensure all the parking needs are met. She explained that
Newtonville is in need of this establishment and that the previous store, operated by
Mr. Kerswell, provided a safe environment for the residents to attend during the
pandemic. Ms. Maika concluded by asking the Members of Council to support Mr.
Kerswell's application.
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7.4 Mike Gimblett, regarding Report PDS-043-21 An Application by Darryl Kerswell
to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store
and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville
Mike Gimblett was present regarding Report PDS-043-21, An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store
and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville. Mr.
Gimblett stated that he is in support of the application and has spoken to several
staff and Members of Council on the matter. He explained that he supports two
stores side by side as Newtonville is a growing community and is confident this will
not be an issue. Mr. Gimblett expressed his concerns with the old store as he feels
that it may not re open to serve the community. He added that Mr. Kerswell is ready
to go and will open as soon as he receives his approvals. Mr. Gimblett feels the
original store is run down and does not believe it has any historic significance. He
does not feel parking has been an issue and the applicant has approvals for the
required amount of parking. Ms. Gimblett does not feel traffic is a concern but noted
that a four-way stop could assist. He added that the mailboxes on Highway 2 are a
huge safety issue as well as the posted speed limit on Highway 2. Mr. Gimblett
stated that there is a great deal of support for the applicant and noted that Mr.
Kerswell was very supportive of the community. He believes that, if this is not
approved, the community would not support the existing store owner. Mr. Gimblett
concluded by asking for the application to be reconsidered and approved by the
Members of Council. He answered questions from the Members of Council.
7.5 Jessica Ennis, regarding Report PDS-043-21 An Application by Darryl Kerswell
to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store
and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville
Jessica Ennis was present regarding Report PDS-043-21, An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store
and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville. Ms.
Ennis noted that she fully supports the application and explained that her property
backs onto the proposed location. She explained that Mr. Kerswell’s store has
safely operated during the pandemic to provide the necessities to the
community. Ms. Ennis noted that they offered curbside pick up and an accessible
location for children of all abilities to visit and have something to look forward to
during the pandemic. She added that the proposed parking is much safer than the
current parking lot and the accessibility proposal provides access to everyone. Ms.
Ennis noted that Mr. Kerswell's store is a positive and important part of the
community. She added that she welcomes any improvements to the increase the
sense of community in Newtonville. Ms. Ennis thanked the Members of Council and
asked for their support of the application.
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7.6 Frank Stapleton, regarding Report PDS-043-21 An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General
Store and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2,
Newtonville
Frank Stapleton was present regarding Report PDS-043-21, An Application by
Darryl Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a
General Store and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2,
Newtonville. Mr. Stapleton asked Members of Council to support the application as
Newtonville is due to have some expansion of local businesses. He noted there
were previously two corner stores which operated at the same time and he feels this
would add to the diversity of Newtonville. Mr. Stapleton added that, with the growth
of Newtonville, two businesses could be supported. He noted that all of the public
agencies and the staff report supported the application. Mr. Stapleton noted that
petitions were submitted from the residents to support the application. He explained
that the current store is not operating, Mr. Kerswell was evicted in May 2021, and
there has been no indication that this store will reopen or provide services to meet
the needs of the community. Mr. Stapleton has done a great deal to meet the needs
of the community and has done all that has been asked of him for this application.
He concluded by asking that this application be supported by the Members of
Council. Mr. Stapleton answered questions from the Members of Council.
7.7 Angie Holliday, regarding Report PDS-043-21 An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General
Store and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2,
Newtonville
Angie Holliday was present regarding Report PDS-043-21, An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store
and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville. Ms.
Holliday noted that she supports the application. She explained that her children
would visit the store on a regular basis, and it provided a sense of community. Ms.
Holliday added that Mr. Kerswell employed several teens from the community. She
added that the store has been a positive addition to the community and provided
services, including the LCBO and a Canada Post Office. Ms. Holliday concluded by
asking the Members of Council to support the application.
7.8 Krista McCardle, regarding Report PDS-043-21 An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General
Store and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2,
Newtonville
Krista McCardle was present regarding Report PDS-043-21, An Application by
Darryl Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a
General Store and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2,
Newtonville. Ms. McCardle explained that she is a local resident, and fully supports
Mr. Kerswell's application, along with the staff of the Municipality of Clarington and
the Newtonville Community. She feels that if the Members of Council have concerns
with the application, that they should be working with the applicant, rather than
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denying the application. Ms. McCardle added that denying the application is, in fact,
going against Provincial Policy. She believes that there is no issue with two
businesses being side by side. Ms. McCardle concluded by stating that many of the
concerns were addressed in the staff report and requested the application be
approved by the Members of Council.
7.10 Geri Chung, regarding Report PDS-043-21 An Application by Darryl Kerswell to
Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store and
Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville
Geri Chung was present regarding Report PDS-043-21, An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store
and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville. Ms.
Chung explained that she is in support of Council's decision to deny the application
and does not support the application for the rezoning. She does not believe that the
proposed the site is appropriate and feels there are safety concerns due to proposed
parking and traffic in the area. Ms. Chung concluded by stating that she believes
that people are supporting the application based on emotions and not the planning
of the application.
Recess
Resolution # C-277-21
Moved by Councillor Jones
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Council recess for 10 minutes.
Carried
The meeting reconvened at 9:08 p.m. with Mayor Foster in the Chair.
7.11 Sara Thomas, regarding Report PDS-043-21 An Application by Darryl Kerswell
to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store
and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville
Sara Thomas was present regarding Report PDS-043-21 An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store
and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville. Ms.
Thomas stated that she supports the denial of the application. She noted that the
application meets the minimum requirements for accessibility, parking, and traffic,
which is why she supports Council's decision to deny the application.
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7.12 Cheryl Harding, regarding Report PDS-043-21 An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General
Store and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2,
Newtonville
Cheryl Harding was present regarding Report PDS-043-21, An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store
and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville. Ms.
Harding noted that she is a local resident and fully supports the application. She
explained that Newtonville is in need of a general store and it is an important part of
the community. She expressed concerns with people who are not Clarington
residents speaking to the application. Ms. Harding concluded by stating that Mr.
Kerswell's store supported the community during the pandemic and is asking the
Members of Council to approve the application.
7.9 Cassandra Sheppard, regarding Report PDS-043-21 An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General
Store and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2,
Newtonville
Cassandra Sheppard was present, regarding Report PDS-043-21, An Application by
Darryl Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a
General Store and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2,
Newtonville. Ms. Sheppard noted that she is not in support of the application and
has concerns with the accessibility, parking and increased traffic in the area.
7.13 Darryl Kerswell, regarding Report PDS-043-21 An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General
Store and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2,
Newtonville
Darryl Kerswell was present, regarding Report PDS-043-21, An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store
and Eating Establishment on the Property at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville. Mr.
Kerswell thanked the Members of Council for the opportunity to speak and for the
members of the community who spoke in support of the application. He explained
that his application is in line with Provincial Policy and both the Region of Durham
and Clarington's Official Plans. Mr. Kerswell worked with the Planning Department
to submit a complete application for approval. He asked what the motives were for
denying the application. Mr. Kerswell noted that is wants to reopen his business and
would encourage the landowner of the previous store to do the same. Mr. Kerswell
feels that any businesses in Newtonville is positive for the community and
employment opportunities. He noted that he operated for five years with no
complaints but once his lease ended there were suddenly several complaints to the
AGCO, LCBO, Clarington By-law and the Durham Regional Police. Mr. Kerswell
provided the details of the proposed new store and stated that he is confident it will
meet the accessibility and parking requirements. He concluded by stating that there
is the community support for this application and asked the Members of Council to
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approve this application. Mr. Kerswell answered questions from the Members of
Council.
8. Reports/Correspondence Related to Presentations/Delegations
8.1 Correspondence regarding Report PDS-043-21, An Application by Darryl
Kerswell to Permit the Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General
Store and Eating Establishment on the Property Known at 4504 Highway 2,
Newtonville
Resolution # C-278-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Correspondence Items contained in 8.1,including the 11 pieces of
correspondence received after the agenda update deadline, be referred to the
consideration of Item 7.1 of the September 13, 2021 Joint General Government and
Planning and Development Committee minutes, be referred to the consideration of
Report PDS-043-21, An Application by Darryl Kerswell to Permit the Establishment
of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store and Eating Establishment on the
Property Known at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville.
Carried
Alter the Agenda
Resolution # C-279-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Agenda be altered to consider Item 7.1 of Joint General Government and
Planning and Development Committee meeting minutes of September 13, 2021, at
this time.
Carried
Report PDS-043-21 - An Application by Darryl Kerswell to Permit the
Establishment of Commercial Uses, Including a General Store and Eating
Establishment on the Property Known at 4504 Highway 2, Newtonville
Resolution # C-280-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Report PDS-043-21 and any related communication items, be received;
That the application to amend the Zoning By-law submitted by Darryl Kerswell be
approved and the Zoning By-law in Attachment 1 to Report PDS-043-21 be passed;
That a By-law lifting the Holding (H) Symbol be forwarded to Council once Site Plan
approval has been granted;
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That the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department and
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report
PSD-043-21 and Council’s decision; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-043-21 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
Yes (4): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Hooper, and Councillor
Zwart
No (2): Councillor Jones, and Councillor Neal
Absent (1): Councillor Traill
Carried on a recorded vote, later in the meeting, see following motions (4 to 2)
Resolution # C-281-21
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow Members of Council to speak to
the foregoing Resolution #C-280-21 for a second time.
Carried
The foregoing Resolution #C-280-21 was then put to a recorded vote and carried.
9. Consideration of Minutes
9.1 Advisory Committee Minutes
9.1.1 Minutes of the Newcastle Arena Board dated June 22 and August 17, 2021
9.1.2 Minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee
dated June 14, 2021
9.1.3 Minutes of the Clarington Diversity Committee dated June 24 and September
2, 2021
9.1.4 Minutes of the Agricultural Advisory Committee dated July 8 and August 26,
2021
9.1.6 Minutes of the Heritage Committee dated July 20, 2021
9.1.7 Minutes of the Accessibility Advisory Committee dated May 5 and June 2, 2021
Resolution # C-282-21
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That Advisory Committee Report Items 9.1.1 to 9.1.7, be approved with the
exception of Item 9.1.5.
Carried
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9.1.5 Minutes of the Active Transportation and Safe Roads Advisory Committee
dated July 8, 2021
Resolution # C-283-21
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That the minutes of the Active Transportation and Safe Roads Advisory Committee
dated July 8, 2021, be approved.
Carried
9.2 Standing Committee Minutes
9.2.1 Minutes of the Audit and Accountability Committee dated August 4, 2021
Resolution # C-284-21
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Neal
That the minutes of the Audit and Accountability Committee dated August 4, 2021,
be approved on consent.
Carried as Amended
Resolution # C-285-21
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That the foregoing Resolution #C-284-21 be amended to add the following to the
end:
“That a letter be written to our former audit firm to request and explanation on
why the Municipality had to restate our 2020 Balance Sheet.”
Carried
The foregoing Resolution #C-284-21 was put to a vote and carried as amended.
Alter the Agenda
Resolution # C-286-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Neal
That the Agenda be altered to consider Item 11.1, at this time.
Carried
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11.1 Memo from Trevor Pinn, Director of Financial Services/Treasurer regarding
Approval of Reserve Funds for Use at Highway 2 and Bowmanville Ave
Resolution # C-287-21
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the use of up to $148,000 from the appropriate development charges reserve
fund at the discretion of the Treasurer, for the Regional Rd 57 Streetlighting
(Highway 2 to 150m north of Stevens Rd) project, be approved.
Carried
Alter the Agenda
Resolution # C-288-21
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the Agenda be altered to consider Item 13.1, at this time.
Carried
13.1 Memo from Erica Mittag, Staff Liaison to the Diversity Advisory Committee,
Regarding National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Resolution # C-289-21
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
Whereas the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) released its final report on
June 2, 2015, which included 94 Calls to Action to redress the legacy of residential
schools and advance the process of Canadian reconciliation; and
Whereas the recent discoveries of remains and unmarked graves across Canada
have led to increased calls for all levels of government to address the
recommendations in the TRC’s Calls to Action; and
Whereas all Canadians and all orders of government have a role to play in
reconciliation; and
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Whereas Recommendation #80 of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission called
upon the federal government, in collaboration with Aboriginal peoples, to establish,
as a statutory holiday, a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to ensure that
public commemoration of the history and legacy of residential schools remains a
vital component of the reconciliation process; and
Whereas the Federal Government has announced September 30th, 2021, as the
first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (National Orange Shirt Day) and a
statutory holiday;
Therefore be it resolved that the Council of the Municipality of Clarington does
hereby commit to recognizing September 30th, 2021, as the National Day for Truth
and Reconciliation (National Orange Shirt Day) by sharing the stories of residential
school survivors, their families, and communities.
Carried
Suspend the Rules
Resolution # C-290-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to extend the meeting to 11:00 pm.
Carried
9.2.2 Minutes of the Joint General Government and Planning and Development
Committees meeting dated September 13, 2021
Resolution # C-291-21
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That the Minutes of the Joint General Government and Planning and Development
Committees meeting dated September 13, 2021, be approved on consent, with the
exception of Item 7.1 as it was considered earlier in the meeting.
Carried
9.2.3 Minutes of the Special General Government Committee meeting dated
September 16, 2021
Resolution # C-292-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Minutes of the Special General Government Committee meeting dated
September 16, 2021, be approved on consent.
Carried
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10. Communications
11. Staff Reports and Staff Memos
Item 11.1 was considered earlier in the meeting.
12. Business Arising from Procedural Notice of Motion (For Consideration at
Subsequent Meeting)
13. Unfinished Business
13.2 Jaaneen Calder, Newcastle Business Improvement Area, Regarding Request
to Fund New Lighting at the Newcastle Community Hall
Resolution # C-293-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
Whereas the Newcastle BIA Town Hall Lighting Committee has been planning to
install exterior lights on the Newcastle Community Hall for the past couple of years
and they will not have sufficient funds again this year;
And whereas this project remains a priority for the Newcastle BIA and it would
provide benefit to the residents;
And whereas the timing is such that it will not meet the timelines of the Clarington
Community Grant Program;
And whereas it is more prudent to purchase the lighting at a one-time cost of $6500
rather than a yearly cost of $5000 for lighting rentals;
Now therefore be it resolved that the Municipality of Clarington purchase, and be
responsible for the ongoing maintenance of, the lighting system for the Newcastle
Town Hall for an amount of $6500 with funds to come from Tax Rate Stabilization
Account.
Yes (3): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, and Councillor Zwart
No (3): Councillor Hooper, Councillor Jones, and Councillor Neal
Absent (1): Councillor Traill
Motion Lost on a recorded vote (3 to 3)
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13.3 Ontario Eye Exam Fees
Resolution # C-294-21
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That Item 13.3, Ontario Eye Exam Fees, be endorsed by the Municipality of
Clarington; and
That the Provincial Government be asked to commit to reforms so that optometrists
are compensated fairly compared to their colleagues all across Canada.
Carried
13.5 FSD-039-21 Heritage Tax Incentive
Councillor Hooper declared a direct interest in Report FSD-039-21, Heritage Tax
Incentive, as his commercial property is heritage designated within Historic
Downtown Bowmanville. Councillor Hooper muted his audio and video and refrained
from discussion and voting on the matter.
Resolution # C-295-21
Moved by Councillor Neal
Seconded by Councillor Jones
That Report FSD-039-21 be received;
That the status quo and the current Heritage Incentive Grant Program policies be
maintained as this time with no consideration of rebates either now or in the 2022
budget deliberations; and
That all interested parties listed in Report FSD-039-21 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
Carried
Councillor Hooper returned to the meeting.
14. Confidential Items
14.1 Confidential Report CAO-007-21 - Spry Avenue Property Disposition
Mayor Foster declared a direct interest in Confidential Report CAO-007-21, Spry
Avenue Disposition, as he is the Secretary-Treasurer with Durham Region Non-
Profit Housing Corporation and has a conflict under the OBCA.
Councillor Neal assumed the chair and Mayor Foster muted his audio and video and
refrained from discussion and voting on the matter.
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Resolution # C-296-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That recommendation 2 (a) as outlined in Confidential Report CAO-007-21, be
approved.
Motion Withdrawn
Resolution # C-297-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That Confidential Report CAO-007-21 - Spry Avenue Property Disposition, be
referred to the September 27, 2021 General Government Committee meeting.
Carried
Mayor Foster returned to the meeting.
14.2 Confidential Memo from Rob Maciver, Director of Legislative
Services/Municipal Solicitor regarding 4504Hwy 2, Newtonville
Resolution # C-298-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Confidential Memo from Rob Maciver, Director of Legislative
Services/Municipal Solicitor regarding 4504 Hwy 2, Newtonville, be received for
information.
Carried
15. By-laws
15.1 2021-065 - Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington
15.2 2021-066 - Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington
15.3 2021-067 - Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington
15.4 2021-068 - Being a by-law to appoint a Director of Emergency and Fire
Services/Fire Chief for the Municipality of Clarington
Resolution # C-299-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2021-065 to 2021-068; and
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That the said by-laws be approved.
Carried
15.5 2021-069 - Being a By-law to Amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington
Resolution # C-300-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Hooper
That leave be granted to introduce By-law 2021-069; and
That the said by-law be approved.
Yes (4): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Hooper, and Councillor
Zwart
No (2): Councillor Jones, and Councillor Neal
Absent (1): Councillor Traill
Carried on a recorded vote (4 to 2)
16. Procedural Notices of Motion (For Consideration at Subsequent Meeting)
17. Questions to Department Heads / Request for Staff Report(s)
18. Confirming By-Law
Resolution # C-301-21
Moved by Councillor Hooper
Seconded by Councillor Zwart
That leave be granted to introduce By-law 2021-070, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
on the 20th day of September, 2021; and
That the said by-law be approved.
Carried
19. Adjournment
Resolution # C-302-21
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Neal
That the meeting adjourn at 10:54 p.m.
Carried