HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/19/2011DATE: MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2011
TIME: 7:00 P.M.
PLACE: COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
INVOCATION
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held December 5, 2011
PRESENTATIONS
a) Kenneth W. Knox - Induction into the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame
Association and Honourary Doctorate at the University of Guelph
DELEGATIONS (List as of Time of Publication)
There are no Delegations scheduled as of the time of publication.
COMMUNICATIONS
Receive for Information
1- 1 Minutes of the Clarington Accessibility Advisory Committee dated December 7,
2011
1 - 2 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated October 20,
2011
1 - 3 Minutes of the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee dated December 8,
2011
1 - 4 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) — Provincial Waste Diversion
Priorities and Environmental Commissioner's Annual Report
1 - 5 URS Canada Inc. — Highway 401 Underpass at Cobbledick Road and East
Townline Road Preliminary Design and Class Environmental Assessment Study
CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905 - 623 -3379
Council Agenda - 2 - December 19, 2011
1 - 6 Alisa Yee, Marketing Coordinator, WWF- Canada — "National Sweater Day" and
"Earth Hour"
1 - 7 Karen Bastas, Chairperson, Newcastle Parade Committee — Letter of
Appreciation
1 - 8 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham - Amendment to
Regional GO Transit Service Development Charge By -law 86 -2001
1 - 9 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham - Amendment to
Regional Transit Services Development Charge By -law 67 -2007
1 - 10 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham - Amendment to
Regional Development Charge By -law 44 -2008
Receive for Direction
D - 1 The Honourable Charles Sousa, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration - 2012
'Volunteer Service Award (VSA) Program
D - 2 The Honourable Jason Kenney, P.C., M.P., Minister of Citizenship, Immigration
and Multiculturalism - Paul Yuzyk Award for Multiculturalism
D - 3 Stephen McMullen, Forest Recreation Technician, Ganaraska Region
Conservation Authority — Re- Appointment to the Ganaraska Forest. Recreational
User Committee
D - 4 Annette Gray, Chair, Orono BIA - Community Improvement Plan
D - 5 Jim Piper.— Public Mobile Tower
D - 6 Braeden Lavigne — Annual Go -Kart Race
D - 7 Shawna Mutton, Durham Sustain Ability — Request for Financial Support for
Partners in Project Green (DPPG)
COMMITTEE REPORT(S)
1. General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of December 12,
2011
STAFF REPORT(S)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Council Agenda - 3 - December 19, 2011
BY -LAWS
PROCEDURAL NOTICE(S) OF MOTION
OTHER BUSINESS
CONFIRMING BY -LAW
ADJOURNMENT
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Council Meeting Minutes
DECEMBER 5, 2011
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on December 5., 2011 at 7:00 p.m., in the
Council Chambers.
Councillor Hooper led the meeting in prayer.
ROLL CALL
Present Were: Mayor A. Foster
Councillor R. Hooper
Councillor J. Neal
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor C. Traill
Councillor W. Woo
Absent: Councillor W. Partner
Also Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Present: Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Manager of Communication & Marketing, J. Cooke, attended until
9:09 P.M.
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Director of Operations, F. Horvath
Director of Corporate Services and Human Resources,
M. Marano
Director of Finance/Treasurer, N. Taylor
Director of Emergency Services /Fire Chief, G. Weir
Administrative Assistant to the Municipal Clerk, C. Fleming
Deputy Clerk, A. Greentree
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor Hooper indicated that he would be declaring an interest with respect to
Correspondence Item 1- 8.
Councillor Novak indicated that she would be declaring an interest with respect to
Item 1(a) of Report #1.
Mayor Foster indicated that he would be declaring an interest with respect to the
delegation of Jim Richards and Correspondence Item D — 2.
Council Meeting Minutes - 2 - December 5, 2011
Mayor Foster clarified that although he declared a pecuniary interest with respect to
Report PSD- 092 -11 at the General Purpose and Administration Committee meeting of
November 28, 2011, he would not be declaring an interest with respect to Item 7 of
Report #1 as he has confirmed that his wife is not paid by the United Church of
Canada, but by her own church.
Later in the meeting, Councillor Hooper stated a pecuniary interest with respect to a
motion under Other Business with respect to a one -time exemption to By -law 91 -58.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Woo announced the following:
• Last Monday evening he, along with Mayor Foster, Councillors Hooper, Neal,
Novak and Traill, attended the Holiday Train Event. There was a great turnout
from both residents of Clarington and others from outside the Municipality with
the three food banks benefitting greatly from the event. .
• On Friday, he, along with Councillor Partner, attended the Guinness Book of
World Records Presentation at the Pines Senior Public School. The students
were inducted into the Guinness Book of World Records for having 758 people
exercising to a video at the same time. He congratulated all the students
involved.
• On Friday evening, he and Councillor Partner attended a celebration for Ray
Bester, a 30 year resident of Orono who is moving out of Clarington and
presented him with a Certificate on behalf of the Mayor and Members of
Council. Ray is well -known for his involvement in the Community through his
volunteer efforts and will be missed.
• On Saturday, he attended the Heather Rebekah Lodge and the St. Francis of
Assisi bazaars.
• Later on Saturday, he, along with Councillor Hooper, attended the Clarington
172 Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron's 3rd Annual Mess Dinner. The guest
speaker was Captain Pierre Muscat - Drago, a Civil Engineer and the youngest
Fire Chief at CFB Trenton.
Councillor Hooper echoed Councillor Woo's comments regarding the Holiday Train
and expressed appreciation to staff and the volunteers who make the event possible.
Councillor Hooper also announced the following:
On Friday, he, along with Mayor Foster and Councillor Novak, attended the
grand opening of "Welcome Feeds ".
Council Members also attended the grand opening of the Sales Pavilion for
Phase I of the Brookhill Subdivision development on Green Road.
He finished the day with the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in downtown
Bowmanville and expressed appreciation to Mayor Foster and Members of
Council for their support of the event.
Council Meeting Minutes - 3 - December 5, 2011
• He also echoed Councillor Woo's comments on the 172 Air Cadet Squadron's
Mess Dinner.
Councillor Neal also attended the Holiday Train event and particularly enjoyed
Council's songfest at the Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Councillor Novak added her thanks to all the volunteers who helped with Holiday Train
and announced the following events:
• She attended the Clarington Board of Trade Luncheon at Holburn Bio- Medical.
The guest speaker was from RBC who noted the economic outlook would be a
slow, reasonable recovery.
• She helped to celebrate the grand opening of "Welcome Feeds" and the Sales
Pavilion for the Brookhill subdivision.
• She, along with Mayor Foster, attended the funeral for Walter Beath, First
Durham Regional Chairman.
• She expressed appreciation to the many volunteers, the Historic Downtown
Bowmanville Business Area for the great tree - lighting ceremony and to Charles
Tawes.
• Following the tree lighting ceremony, she and Mayor Foster attended the
opening of Megan Ashley Hair Design in Bowmanville.
• On Monday, Durham Region Transit celebrated its 50 millionth rider. Ridership
has increased 41.7% since its inception and it is projected that 12 million riders
will use Durham Transit in 2012.
Mayor Foster announced the following:
• He expressed appreciation to Clarington Emergency and Fire Services for their
efforts regarding the fire at the Chance Stables.
• He thanked the Historic Downtown Bowmanville Business Area for the success
of the Annual tree - lighting ceremony.
• The Holiday Train was a great event and Clarington is recognized for their
support. The view from the stage was fantastic with thousands of smiling
adults and children. Mayor Foster requested the Chief Administrative Officer to
express his thanks to staff for their involvement in the event.
• 24 Charges were laid in the RIDE Program last week.
• A Gift of Christmas Show was held yesterday at the Newcastle Town Hall.
• On December 7th the Farmers' Parade of Lights will be held from 6:00 p.m. to
7:30 p.m.
• He will send a letter of appreciation, on behalf of Council, to Ray Bester.
Mayor Foster presented an Award to the Municipality from the Rick Hansen
Foundation. The Municipality was recognized as a "Difference Maker ". Frank Wu,
CAO, accepted the Award on behalf of the Municipality.
Council Meeting Minutes - 4 - December 5, 2011
Resolution #C- 504 -11
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held November 21, 2011, be
approved.
"CARRIED"
PRESENTATIONS
Russ Powell, Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA), addressed
Council providing information on CLOCA's Watershed Awards Program. He indicated
the Municipality of Clarington was the recipient of a Special Recognition Watershed
Award for the Durham Children's Groundwater Festival, which was launched in 1998
and is held annually for Grade 4 students to discover the importance of water in their .
lives and how their actions affect the watershed. Mr. Powell indicated that without the
support of sponsors such as the Municipality, the festival would not be possible. He
presented the Award to Mayor Foster, Councillors Hooper, Novak and Traill.
DELEGATIONS
Resolution #C- 505 -11
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT the rules of procedure be suspended to allow for the addition of a delegation.
"CARRIED"
Mayor Foster stated a pecuniary interest with respect to the delegation of Jim
Richards as the opinion polls referred to in his delegation were contracted to Collis &
Reed Research and one of the Principals of the firm was Mayor Foster's former
Campaign Manager. Mayor Foster left the Council Chambers during discussion and
voting on this matter.
Councillor Novak chaired this portion of the meeting.
Resolution #C- 506 -11
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Ron Collis, Collis & Reed Research, be added to the list of delegations
regarding Correspondence Item D - 2.
Council Meeting Minutes - 5 - December 5, 2011
Resolution #C- 507 -11
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the Agenda be altered to allow Ron Collis, Collis & Reed Research, to be heard
immediately following the delegation of Jim Richards.
"CARRIED"
Jim Richards addressed Council concerning Correspondence Item D — 2 - Request for
Inquiry into Public Opinion Polls stating that since the Municipal Elections, there have
been two separate public opinion polls conducted to determine what the taxpayers of
Clarington would like and from what source electors get their news. Mr. Richards
indicated that he was not present tonight to discuss the overall merits of the polls or to
judge their worth or value but to ask ten questions regarding the purpose, findings,
costs and approval process. Mr. Richards indicated that one of the Principals of the
firm conducting the polls was the Campaign Manager for Mayor Foster in the 2010
Municipal Elections, and Mr. Richards was questioning if the Mayor had declared a
conflict of interest in the selection of the firm. Mr. Richards requested Council to call
for an internal inquiry into the spending of public funds, and to report back to
taxpayers expeditiously confirming Council's support for open, honest and transparent
governance.
Ron Collis, Collis & Reed Research, addressed Council to provide his comments
regarding Correspondence Item D — 2 from Jim Richards demanding a public inquiry
regarding work contracted to Collis & Reed Research. Mr. Collis stated the polls
referred to by Mr. Richards included a public opinion survey that was part of
Clarington's Strategic Planning process and was approved last February, and the
second poll is a Media Habits Survey, planned during the previous term of Council but
postponed until this fall. Mr. Collis indicated that the firm has recently concluded the
data collection phase and was in the process of carrying out detailed data analyses.
Mr. Collis stated the fees charged to the Municipality are well below market rates and
provided information on the firm's background, philosophy and commitment to
Clarington. Mr. Collis confirmed that his company has carried out multiple research
projects for Clarington under three different Mayors and for each of the projects they
have worked exclusively with staff, and that Members of Council have always taken a
hands -off role and have never played a role in the selection of the vendors. He stated
he is concerned that Mr. Richards is asking for an inquiry into work that his firm has
performed in an exemplary fashion, above board, and published with results that have
had a considerable impact and use.
Mayor Foster returned to the meeting and resumed the chair.
Council Meeting Minutes - 6 - December 5, 2011
Robyn Hamlyn addressed Council concerning Correspondence Item D — 3 - Request
to Designate Clarington as a "Blue Community ". Ms. Hamlyn indicated that she is a
Grade 8 student from Kingston, Ontario who was so inspired by the movie "Blue Gold"
that she was moved to take action to promote a campaign to have municipalities
declared "Blue Communities ". Ms. Hamlyn explained that Canada is a water rich
country but it is being used faster than it can be replenished. She questioned what
will happen when all the fresh water supply is polluted. Ms. Hamlyn noted that
Canada, Russia and Brazil have the greatest fresh water resources and that
companies are selling bottled water and creating greenhouse gases. Ms. Hamlyn
stated that in a "Blue Community" the water belongs to no one. She urged Council to
pass three resolutions to ban the sale of bottled water in public facilities, to recognize
water as a human right, and to promote publicly owned and operated water and
sanitation services.
Resolution #C- 508 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the Agenda be altered to consider Correspondence Item D — 3 at this time.
D - 3 Robyn Hamlyn, requesting Council to declare the Municipality as a "Blue
Community" by adopting resolutions to ban the sale of bottled water in
public facilities, to recognize water as a human right, and to promote
publicly owned and operated water and sanitation services, in an effort to
assist with her goal of having all municipalities in Ontario designated as
"Blue Communities" to protect Canada's water supplies.
Resolution #C- 509 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT Correspondence Item D — 3 from Robyn Hamlyn be referred to staff to
investigate declaring the Municipality of Clarington a "Blue Community "; and
THAT staff investigate banning the use of non - recyclable utensils at Municipal
functions, including functions of local boards and committees.
"CARRIED"
John Calderon, Resource Development Officer, Durham Deaf Services, (DDS)
addressed Council concerning Correspondence Item I — 11 - Overview of Services
Provided by Durham Deaf Services.
Council Meeting Minutes - 7 - December 5, 2011
Mr. Calderon provided a history of Durham Deaf Services, a non - profit organization
offering services and educational programs within the Deaf, deafened and hard of
hearing community, profiled various services and educational programs offered and
provided an information brochure to Members of Council. He noted the organization
is committed to promoting self reliance, reducing isolation and increasing awareness
within the general public. Mr. Calderon stated DDS is a relatively small organization
with less than ten employees, operating within a $400,000 budget. He outlined the
economic and employment challenges facing individuals of the Deaf, deafened and
hard of hearing community noting many individuals lack very basic skills to maintain
employment and face additional health challenges. Mr. Calderon indicated the
organization is attempting to raise funding to support value -based initiatives. They
have developed an accessibility portal "Welcome to Durham "; they are holding a
Charity Raffle worth $9,000 in prizes; and are asking Council for assistance or
guidance in how they can engage the municipality to extend their reach into the
community.
Sandy Archibald, Director, Clarington Marketing Minds (CMM), addressed Council
concerning Correspondence Item D — 4 — Clarington Marketing Minds Future
Direction. Ms. Archibald provided information on the evolution of the Clarington
Marketing Minds, an organization established three years ago as a framework to offer
joint marketing opportunities for tourism players. She highlighted successes to date
including the installation of new signage and the hosting of a series of symposiums.
Ms. Archibald stated that Clarington Marketing Minds now believes that a Clarington
Tourism and Marketing Board, with representatives across Clarington, would provide
the ideal framework for greater communication and collaboration amongst tourism
players. She stated that although their roles are different, they will work in
collaboration with the Clarington Board of Trade whose role is to attract and retain
businesses while Clarington Marketing Minds' role is to attract people to spend their
leisure time and money in the Municipality. Ms. Archibald referred to the objectives of
Clarington's Strategic Plan under "Showcasing Community" and feels the evolution
and direction of the Clarington Marketing Minds is timely as it responds to promotion
of Clarington as a tourism destination, the improvement of the visual appearance of
the Municipality and promoting Clarington's heritage, and facilitating all BIAs to work
together on Clarington -wide initiatives. Ms. Archibald stated that in 2010, Clarington
hosted approximately 1.4 million day trippers and by using Ontario Tourism's
spending rate of $75 per visitor it translates into over $100 million in tourism spending,
not including spending by local residents. Ms. Archibald urged Council to confirm a
Clarington Tourism Marketing Board, to assign a Councillor to the Board, to recognize
the importance of tourism to Clarington's economy, and to approve the hiring of a
Tourism Co- ordinator to promote Clarington as a top -of -mind tourism experience.
Louis Bertrand addressed Council concerning Correspondence Item I — 12 - Kerry
Meydam — Impression of Council - Reality Versus the 2010 Election Promises.
Mr. Bertrand stated he would be speaking as a taxpayer and citizen of Clarington. He
referred to Ms. Meydam's letter recognizing the overarching theme of "meaningful
public participation ".
Council Meeting Minutes - 8 - December 5, 2011
Mr. Bertrand thanked Council for extending the delegation time from five minutes to
ten minutes. He feels however, that controversial opinions are not welcome and what
is lacking is an opportunity for a genuine and frank discussion about big questions.
He questioned what kind of community is being built where residents must leave the
community to work, the tax ratio is 90/10 residential to commercial, and food banks
are used to mitigate poverty. Mr. Bertrand questioned the value of a Council that does
not engage in open, frank debate. He noted that the community was not consulted
regarding the Host Community Agreement for the Energy From Waste facility and that
following Council's Rules of Procedure, members of the public are isolated from the
process in the Council Chamber. Mr. Bertrand provided each Member of Council with
a copy of an essay by Harry G. Frankfurt entitled "On Bullshit" and urged Members of
Council to read the essay and ponder the implications.
Ken Frenette was called but was not present.
Resolution #C- 510 -11
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Council recess for ten minutes.
The meeting reconvened at 9:29 p.m.
COMMUNICATIONS
Councillor Hooper stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence
Item I - 8 as he owns a business in downtown Bowmanville and left the Council
Chambers during discussion and voting on this matter.
Resolution #C- 511 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the
exception of Item #7.
I - 1 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated
November 15, 2011.
1 - 2 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated October 18, 2011
Council Meeting Minutes - 9 - December 5, 2011
1 - 3 Kathryn Shaver, Vice - President, APM Engagement and Site Selection,
Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) forwarding their
annual five -year strategic plan "Implementing Adaptive Phased
Management 2012 to 2016 — Draft for Public Review for implementing
Canada's plan for the safe, long -term care of used nuclear fuel;
highlighting their planned program in seven key areas; and, welcoming
comments by mail or through their website at www.nwmo.ca by
December 31, 2011.
1 - 4 Susan Self, Chair, CTC Source Protection Committee, advising that the
CTC Source Protection Committee has approved a set of draft policies to
protect drinking water quality in Lake Ontario; forwarding an explanatory
document, maps showing where the policies apply and the draft policies
which have been developed for threats to Lake Ontario as a drinking water
source; and, advising that Municipalities may comment on the draft policies
by December 31, 2011.
1 - 5 J. W. Tiernay, Executive Director, Ontario Good Roads Association,
(OGRA) forwarding a list of candidates being recommended for
appointment to the Board of Directors for the 2012 -2013 term; enclosing a
Nomination /Consent form for municipal members interested in being
considered as candidates; and, indicating that the Nomination /Consent
form is to be submitted for consideration to the Chair of the Nominating
Committee by January 12, 2013.
1 - 6 John Mutton, Chairman, Ontario Nuclear New Build Council, advising
Council that the Ontario Nuclear New Build Council supports the
Municipality in not only new nuclear, but for becoming the centre of
excellence for nuclear refurbishment and looks forward to assisting the
Municipality in this endeavour.
1 - 8 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising
Council that on November 23, 2011, Regional Council adopted the
following resolution pertaining to Revised Procedures for the Processing of
Applications for Exemption under the Retail Business Holidays Act:
"a) THAT the revised procedure for the processing of applications for
exemption under the Retail Business Holidays Act, be approved;
b) THAT the charging of a fee for such Exemption Applications at
$1,500.00 per application, plus advertising costs, be approved for
businesses larger than 223 square metres or applications involving
more than one business;
Council Meeting Minutes - 10 December 5, 2011
c) THAT the charging of a fee for such Exemption Applications at
$500.00 per application, plus advertising costs, be approved for
individual businesses under 223 square metres; and
d) THAT a copy of Report #2011 -EDT -3 of the Commissioner of Planning
and Economic Development be forwarded to the Area Municipalities
within Durham Region for their information."
1 - 9 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising
Council that on November 23, 2011, Regional Council adopted the
following resolution pertaining to Request for Regional Council
Nominations to the Board of Directors of the Greater Toronto Airports
Authority:
"a) THAT staff be authorized to initiate the process of seeking applications
from qualified individuals residing in the Region interested in being
nominated to serve as a `Municipal Representative' on the Greater
Toronto Airports Authority Board of Directors for a term of three (3)
years commencing May 2012; and
b) THAT the Clerks of Durham's Area Municipalities be advised of the
initiation of this process."
1 - 10 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, writing to
Terry Clayton, Chair, Durham Trail Co- ordinating Committee advising that
on November 23, 2011, Regional Council adopted the following resolution
pertaining to Durham Trail Co- ordinating Committee (DTCC) Regional Trail
Network Update:
"a) THAT the 2011 Durham Regional Trail Network, as illustrated in
Attachment 2 to Report #2011 -P -80 of the Commissioner of Planning
and Economic Development, be approved;
b) THAT the area municipalities and conservation authorities be
requested to implement the updated 2011 Durham Regional Trail
Network through their trail planning initiatives; and
c) THAT a copy of Report #2011 -P -80 be forwarded to the area
municipalities, conservation authorities and other primary trail
providers."
Council Meeting Minutes - 11 - December 5, 2011
I - 11 John Calderon, Resource Development Officer, Durham Deaf Services
providing information on educational programs and services the
organization provides to the deaf, deafened and hard of hearing
community within Durham Region; advising of initiatives and events hosted
in 2011; indicating that in 2012, the Durham Deaf Centre is celebrating its
30th Anniversary; and, requesting the opportunity to discuss ways their
services can be expanded throughout Clarington.
1 - 12 Kerry Meydam providing her impression of Clarington Council on the
occasion of their first year in office; expressing concern with respect to
decisions regarding important issues affecting the municipality and the
reality versus the 2010 Election promises; indicating that many residents
feel that their voices are not being heard or heeded; and, hoping that these
concerns will be better addressed during the second year of Council and
that Clarington residents will be made to feel that their best interests are
being represented, especially regarding health and safety and the natural
environment.
1 - 13 Inspector Chris Ostler, Durham Regional Police Service, East Division,
advising of a traffic blitz held on November 25, 2011, in which 43 tickets
were issued during a four hour project for various Highway Traffic
infractions including 26 using hand held devices; and, indicating that a
follow -up blitz will be conducted in the next week or so.
Councillor Hooper returned to the meeting.
1 - 7 Melodee Smart, Administrative Assistant, Works Department, Regional
Municipality of Durham, forwarding copies of the following documents, in
accordance with the Notice of Approval to Proceed with the Undertaking
regarding the Amended Environmental Assessment for Durham and York
Residual Waste Study, Condition 3 Public Record:
• Letter to the Ministry of the Environment dated November 16, 2011,
with a copy to the EFWAC, York Regional Clerk and Durham
Regional Clerk regarding Third Party Independent Auditor
(Environmental Assessment Condition of Approval 16.2)
• Durham York Energy Centre Construction Phase Audit Plan
• Letter to the Ministry of the Environment dated November 18, 2011,
with a copy to the EFWAC, York Regional Clerk and Durham
Regional Clerk regarding Public Meeting Prior to Construction
(Environmental Assessment Condition of Approval 7.5)
• Energy from Waste Public Open House and Meeting of the Energy
from Waste — Waste Management Advisory Committee
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advising that the documents are also available on the EFW project website
at http:// www. durhamyorkwaste .ca /project/efw- committee.htm.
Council Meeting Minutes -12- December 5, 2011
Resolution #C- 512 -11
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item I — 7 from Melodoe Smart, Administrative Assistant,
Works Department, Regional Municipality of Durham regarding Energy From Waste
be received for information; and
THAT the Region of Durham be requested to host an Open House in Clarington in
January 2012 at 7:00 p.m. regarding Energy From Waste.
CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Correspondence Item D — 5 was received as a Hand -out.
D - 1 The Honourable Charles Sousa, Minister, Ministry of Citizenship and
Immigration, advising that nominations are being accepted for the Ontario
Medal for Young Volunteers, an award to recognize young volunteers
between the ages of 15 and 24 who through their actions and dedication
improve the quality of life in their communities, province, country and
around the world; and, advising the deadline for nominations is January
31, 2012, and are available on -line at www.ontario.ca /honoursandawards
or by calling 1- 877- 832 -8622.
Resolution #C- 513 -11
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Correspondence Item D - 1 be referred to the Municipal Clerk.
Mayor Foster stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence Item D — 2
as the opinion polls referred to in Correspondence Item D - 2 were contracted to
Collis & Reed Research and one of the Principals of the firm was Mayor Foster's
former Campaign Manager. Mayor Foster left the Council Chambers during
discussion and voting on this matter.
Councillor Novak chaired this portion of the meeting.
D - 2 Jim Richards calling for a full public inquiry into the public opinion polls
conducted by Collis -Reed in Clarington including the purpose of the polls,
the results, costs and the approval process for each poll.
Council Meeting Minutes - 13 - December 5, 2011
Resolution #C- 514 -11
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Correspondence Item D — 2 from Jim Richards and the delegation of Ron
Collis, be referred to staff for a report outlining details of the process followed for the
undertaking of the Strategic Plan Survey and the Media Habits Survey, if they were
sole sourced or tendered and the associated costs.
"CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING
RECORDED VOTE:"
Council Member
Yes
No
Declaration of
Pecuniary Interest
Absent
Councillor Traill
Councillor Woo
Councillor Hooper
Councillor Neal
Councillor Novak
Councillor Partner
Mayor Foster
Mayor Foster returned to the meeting and resumed the chair.
D - 4 Petra Schwirtz, Chair and Sandy Archibald, Director, Clarington Marketing
Minds (CMM), providing an update on CMM's future direction; highlighting
successes to date including joint advertising campaigns, workshops,
networking and partnership opportunities and tours; advising of the
findings of the First Impressions Community Exchange Program;
suggesting that a Clarington Tourism Marketing Board would provide the
ideal framework for greater communication and collaboration within the
tourism industry; requesting Council to confirm a Clarington Tourism
Marketing Board and assign a Councillor to the Board to work with staff
and Council on tourism related projects and issues; undertake a Tourism
Economic Impact Study; and, approve the hiring of a Tourism Co- ordinator
on a contract basis for a term concurrent with the term of Council.
Resolution #C- 515 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item D — 4 from Petra Schwirtz, Chair and Sandy Archibald,
Director, Clarington Marketing Minds (CMM) be referred to staff.
"CARRIED"
Council Meeting Minutes -14- December 5, 2011
D - 5 May Luong, Borden Ladner Gervais, LLP, forwarding a petition, on behalf
of Bruce and Karen Ellis, in support of the proposed Zoning By -law
amendment to permit an existing non - conforming accessory building at
7486 Thompson Road.
Resolution #C -516 -11
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item D - 5 from May Luong, Borden Ladner Gervais, LLP, with
respect to the proposed Zoning By -law amendment at 7486 Thompson Road be
referred to the Director of Planning Services.
"CARRIED"
COMMITTEE REPORT(S)
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report November 28,
2011.
Resolution #C- 517 -11
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of November 28,
2011 be approved, with the exception of Items #1(a), #2, #3, #5, #11, #12, and #13.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Novak stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Item #1(a) of Report #1
as a member of her family works for AECOM and left the Council Chambers during
discussion and voting on this matter.
Item #1 a
Resolution #C- 518 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT Report EGD- 038 -11 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Novak returned to the meeting.
Council Meeting Minutes - 15 - December 5, 2011
Item #2
Resolution #C- 519 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Trail
THAT Report COD - 035 -11 be received;
THAT By -law #2001 -216 be repealed; and
THAT the By -law as attached to Report COD - 035 -11, a By -law to establish a
Municipal Services Board to provide social and recreational opportunities to the Older
Adults of Clarington through the operation of the Clarington Beech Centre, be
approved with the following amendment:
"That Section 1. — Location be amended to add the following words 'legally
described as Part 1 on Reference Plan 40R- 14445' following the word
'grounds' and to add the words 'subject to any lease in favour of the Tennis
Club as determined by any long -term plan for the facility' after the word
`Centre'.
"MOTION LOST ON THE FOLLOWING
RECORDED VOTE:"
Council Member
Yes
No
Declaration of
Pecuniary Interest
Absent
Councillor Novak
Councillor Partner
Councillor Traill
Councillor Woo
Councillor Hooper
Councillor Neal
Mayor Foster
Resolution #C- 520 -11
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Report COD - 035 -11 be received;
THAT By -law #2001 -216 be repealed; and
THAT the By -law as attached to Report COD - 035 -11, a By -law to establish a
Municipal Services Board to provide social and recreational opportunities to the Older
Adults of Clarington through the operation of the Clarington Beech Centre, be
approved.
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Council Meeting Minutes -16- December 5, 2011
Item #3
Resolution #C- 521 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the Director of Community Services be authorized to undertake a review and
report on the Facilities Master Plan with the Clarington Older Adult Centre Board.
"MOTION LOST ON THE FOLLOWING
RECORDED VOTE:"
Council Member
Yes
No
Declaration of
Pecuniary Interest
Absent
Councillor Traill
Councillor Woo
Councillor Hooper
Councillor Neal
Councillor Novak
Councillor Partner
Mayor Foster
Resolution #C- 522 -11
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Peter Spratt be authorized to undertake a review and report on the implications
and findings of the Clarington Older Adult Association's Strategic Plan; and
THAT the Director of Finance provide the necessary funding of $5000 to fund the
meetings and subsequent report findings of Mr. Spratt.
"CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING
RECORDED VOTE:"
Council Member
Yes
No
Declaration of
Pecuniary Interest
Absent
Councillor Novak
Councillor Partner
Councillor Traill
Councillor Woo
Councillor Hooper
Councillor Neal
Mayor Foster
Council Meeting Minutes -17- December 5, 2011
Ifam #.r,
Resolution #C- 523 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the Director of Community Services prepare a report for the expanding of tennis
facilities for Clarington including the creation or adaptation of current facilities for
indoor tennis use.
Item #11
Resolution #C- 524 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT Report CLD- 034 -11 be received;
THAT the present procedure regarding the holding public meetings, as outlined in
Option 1 of Report CLD- 034 -11 be continued provided that a special public meeting
may be called by the Chair in the evening hours as deemed appropriate; and
THAT the Procedural By -law be amended to provide for Public Meetings and
Delegations to be heard prior to Presentations during General Purpose and
Administration Committee meetings and that the ability to schedule Presentations at
the GPA meeting for specific times be provided to the Municipal Clerk.
"MOTION LOST LATER IN THE MEETING"
(See following motion)
Resolution #C- 525 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT, in accordance with section 10.12.34 of the Procedural By -law, the meeting be
extended until 11:15 p.m.
"CARRIED"
Council Meeting Minutes - 18 - December 5, 2011
The foregoing Resolution #C- 524 -11 was then put to a vote and LOST ON THE
FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE:
Council Member
Yes
No
Declaration of
Pecuniary Interest
Absent
Councillor Traill
Councillor Woo
Councillor Hooper
Councillor Neal
Councillor Novak
Councillor Partner
Mayor Foster
Resolution #C- 526 -11
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Report CLD- 034 -11 be received;
THAT the present procedure regarding the holding public meetings, as outlined in
Option 1 of Report CLD- 034 -11 be continued; and
THAT the Procedural By -law be amended to provide for Public Meetings and
Delegations to be heard prior to Presentations during General Purpose and
Administration Committee meetings and that the ability to schedule Presentations at
the GPA meeting for specific times be provided to the Municipal Clerk.
Item #12
Resolution #C- 527 -11
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Staff be directed to conduct additional noise studies in consultation with the
public and the Gun Club for appropriate time and study locations; and
THAT testing, using a procedure for valid testing of the "worst case impact" be
performed on at least one of the following higher caliber weapons: .458 gun, deer rifle,
shot gun or elephant gun.
"CARRIED"
Council Meeting Minutes - 19 - December 5, 2011
Item #1'1
Resolution #C- 528 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT Item #13 of Report #1 be referred back to staff to consider a make up meeting
for the Family Day holiday and a meeting for the March Break, and report back to the
next Council meeting.
"CARRIED LATER IN THE MEETING"
(See following motion)
Resolution #C- 529 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT, in accordance with section 10.12.34 of the Procedural By -law, the meeting be
extended until 11:30 p.m.
"CARRIED"
The foregoing Resolution #C- 528 -11 was then put to a vote and CARRIED ON THE
FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE:
Council Member
Yes
No
Declaration of
Pecuniary Interest
Absent
Councillor Neal
Councillor Novak
Councillor Partner
Councillor Traill
Councillor Woo
Councillor Hooper
Mayor Foster
STAFF REPORTS)
There were no Staff Reports considered under this Section of the Agenda.
Council Meeting Minutes -20- December 5, 2011
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C- 530 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT.the delegation of Louis Bertrand be received.
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BY -LAWS
Resolution #C- 531 -11
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT leave be granted to introduce By -laws 2011 -106 and 2011 -108 to 2011 -112
2011 -106 Being a by -law to establish a Municipal Services Board to provide
social and recreational opportunities to the Older Adults of Clarington
through the operation of the Clarington Older Adult Centre and to
repeal By -law 2001 -216
2011 -108 Being a by -law to amend By -law 84 -63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-
law for the Municipality of Clarington (Prestonvale Developments Inc.)
2011 -109 Being a by -law to exempt a certain portion of Registered Plan 40M-
2430 from Part Lot Control
2011 -110 Being a by -law to amend By -law 2011 -016, a by -law to govern the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington, its General
Purpose and Administration Committee and Special Committees
2011 -111 Being a By -law to appoint an individual as a Parking Enforcement
Officer for Private Property (Christine McQuaid and William Pritchard)
(2377 and 2379 Highway #2, 1420 King Street East, Courtice and 100
Clarington Boulevard)
2011 -112 Being a By -law to appoint an individual as a Parking Enforcement
Officer for Private Property (Kris Evans, Keith Pearson and Craig
Bennett) (207 and 253 Sprucewood Crescent); and
THAT the said by -laws be approved.
Council Meeting Minutes -21 December 5, 2011
PROCEDURAL NOTICE(S) OF MOTION
There were no Procedural Notices of Motion introduced under this Section of the
Agenda.
OTHER BUSINESS
Councillor Neal questioned the exclusion for the requirement of obtaining three
quotes to engage the services of Peter Spratt. The Director of Corporate
Services and Human Resources clarified the process.
Councillor Hooper advised he was in receipt of correspondence concerning the
location of cell towers and would forward it to the Municipal Clerk's Department.
Resolution #C- 532 -10
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the rules of procedure be suspended to allow for the introduction of a motion.
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Councillor Hooper stated a pecuniary interest with respect to a one -time exemption to
By -law 91 -58 as he owns a business in downtown Bowmanville and left the Council
Chambers during discussion and voting on this matter.
Resolution #C- 533 -11
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
WHEREAS the Parking By -law provides for free parking in the Bowmanville downtown
area commencing on the Monday of the last full week of shopping prior to Christmas
and ending on December 27th;
AND WHEREAS it is Council's desire to provide for a longer period for free parking in
this area;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED
THAT a one -time exemption to By -law 91 -58, subsection 9 (6) (B) (vi), to allow for free
parking in the Bowmanville downtown area commencing December 12, 2011, be
approved; and
THAT the policy be referred to staff for a review of the policy for future years.
"CARRIED"
Council Meeting Minutes -22- December 5, 2011
Mayor Foster, Councillor Hooper and Councillor Novak stated pecuniary interests
earlier in the meeting and refrained from voting on the Confirming By -law.
Mayor Foster and Councillor Novak left the meeting during discussion and voting on
the Confirming By -law.
Councillor Woo chaired the remainder of the meeting.
CONFIRMING BY -LAW
Resolution #C- 534 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT leave be granted to introduce By -law 2011 -113, being a by -law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
on the 5th day of December, 2011; and
THAT the said by -law be approved.
Mayor Foster, Councillor Hooper and Councillor Novak returned to the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C- 535 -11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the meeting adjourn at 11:30 p.m.
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MAYOR
MUNICIPAL CLERK
SUMMARY OF CORRESPONDENCE
DECEMBER 19, 2011
CORRESPONDENCE TO BE RECEIVED FOR INFORMATION
1 - 1 Minutes of the Clarington Accessibility Advisory Committee dated
December 7, 2011 (Copy attached)
1 - 2 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated
October 20, 2011 (Copy attached)
1 - 3 Minutes of the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee dated
December 8, 2011 (Copy attached)
1 - 4 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) announcing that Gord
Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario (ECO) has released
his 2010/2011 Annual Report entitled "Engaging Solutions" calling
upon the Provincial government to make waste diversion one of its
top environmental priorities, providing highlights of the ECO Annual
Report; and, identifying several problems, solutions and other topics
of interest to municipal leaders.
1 - 5 URS Canada Inc. advising that the firm has been retained by the
Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) to undertake a Preliminary
Design and Class Environmental Assessment Study for two Highway
401 underpasses located at Cobbledick Road and East Town Line
Road (the Boundary Road between the Municipality of Port Hope and
Clarington); indicating that the study will follow the approved
environmental planning process for Group "B" projects; that a
Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) will be prepared
and made available for a 30 -day public review period at the
completion of the study; that one Public Information Centre (PIC) will
be held to provide interested parties with the opportunity to discuss
the project and provide input to the Project Team; forwarding a Notice
of Study Commencement; and, requesting contact information should
Clarington wish to participate in the study and continue to receive
notices of project activities and information as the study progresses.
Summary of Correspondence - 2 -
December 19, 2011
1 - 6 Alisa Yee, Marketing Coordinator, WWF- Canada, inviting the
Municipality to participate in "National Sweater Day' on February 9,
2012, and "Earth Hour" on March 31, 2012, two events aimed to
engage Canadians in a fun and celebratory way while raising
awareness about climate change and encouraging individual
behaviour change; indicating that last year over 5,250 cities across
the globe participated in "Earth Hour" reaching over 1.8 billion people
worldwide; and, urging Council to pledge their support and add their
voice to the 500 cities /municipalities in Canada participating in 2012.
-7 Karen Bastas, Chairperson, The Newcastle Parade Committee
expressing appreciation to Council for the grant received for their 7 t
Annual Santa Claus Parade on November 20, 2011 and to staff for
their prompt, courteous and professional manner in assisting with the
event; and, indicating the Committee is looking forward to another
successful parade in 2012.
1 - 8 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham,
advising Council that on November 23, 2011, Regional Council
adopted By -law 62 -2011, Amendment to Regional GO Transit Service
Development Charge By -law 86 -2001, forwarding a certified copy of
By -law 62 -2011; and, indicating that any person or organization may
appeal the passing of the by -law to the Ontario Municipal Board by
filing a Notice of Appeal with the Regional Clerk on or before the 3rd
day of January, 2012.
1 - 9 P. M. Madill; Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham,
advising Council that on November 23, 2011, Regional Council
adopted By -law 63 -2011, Amendment to Regional Transit Services
Development Charge By -law 67 -2007, forwarding a certified copy of
By -law 63 -2011; and, indicating that any person or organization may
appeal the passing of the by -law to the Ontario Municipal Board by
filing a Notice of Appeal with the Regional Clerk on or before the 3rd
day of January, 2012.
1 - 10 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham,
advising Council that on November 23, 2011, Regional Council
adopted By -law 64 -2011, Amendment to Regional Development
Charge By -law 44 -2008, forwarding a certified copy of By -law 64-
2011; and, indicating that any person or organization may appeal the
passing of the by -law to the Ontario Municipal Board by filing a Notice
of Appeal with the Regional Clerk on or before the 3rd day of January,
2012.
Summary of Correspondence - 3 -
CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
December 19, 2011
D — 1 The Honourable Charles Sousa, Minister of Citizenship and
Immigration, advising of the 2012 Volunteer Service Award (VSA)
Program, a long- standing Ontario tradition recognizing volunteers
from all sectors of the community; inviting participation in the
Program by nominating volunteers and providing an opportunity to
thank them in a significant way; and, indicating that nomination forms
and additional information are available on the Ministry of Citizenship
and Immigration's website at www .ontario.ca \honoursandawards.
The deadline date is January 25 of each year. All nominations
received after the deadline will be considered for the following year.
(Motion to refer correspondence to
the Municipal Clerk to place
information on the Municipal website)
D - 2 The Honourable Jason Kenney, P.C., M.P., Minister of Citizenship,
Immigration and Multiculturalism, advising of the Paul Yuzyk Award
for Multiculturalism, an Award to honour people dedicated to
promoting integration in Canada by acknowledging and honouring
individuals who have made exceptional contributions to
multiculturalism and diversity and includes a $20,000 grant to be
given to an eligible, registered, not - for - profit Canadian organization
or association of the recipient's choice. Nominations are being
accepted until March 1, 2012. Further details are available at
www. multiculturalism .gc.ca /paulyuzykk.
(Motion to refer correspondence to
the Municipal Clerk to place
information on the Municipal website)
D - 3 Stephen McMullen, Forest Recreation Technician, Ganaraska
Region Conservation Authority, confirming that as per the Terms of
Reference for the Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee,
appointments to the Committee should be made on an annual basis.
(Motion to re- appoint Bill Stapleton
to the Ganaraska Forest
Recreational User Committee for
2012.)
Summary of Correspondence - 4 -
December 19, 2011
D - 4 Annette Gray, Chair, Orono BIA, advising that the Orono BIA has
received an offer from Kevin M. Duguay, Community Planning and
Consulting Inc., Peterborough, to have a group of graduate students
from Sir Sanford Fleming Community College examine and update
their Community Improvement Plan and prepare a report with
recommendations that could assist the community; advising the cost
to the BIA is $500; and, requesting that Council release $500 from
the BIA Reserve Fund to cover the cost.
(Motion to release $500 from the
BIA Reserve Fund to cover the cost
of funding an update to the Orono
BIA Community Improvement Plan)
D - 5 Jim Piper expressing concern that a new cell phone tower is
proposed to be erected beside his property line directly across from
a cell phone tower Rodgers currently has on the northeast side of his
property line; expressing concern with the health implications
associated with RF waves; indicating that the tower will drastically
change his family's lifestyle and will most likely force them to move;
and, requesting Council to discuss the effects of cell phone towers
on the health of residents, especially children.
(Motion to refer correspondence to
the Director of Planning Services)
D - 6 Braeden Lavigne, requesting that an annual go -kart race be held in
Clarington for young people in the municipality; suggesting that a
motorized go -kart race occur on a circuit or closed street and a non -
motorized go -kart race take place on Bloor Street East, finishing at
Grandview Street South; and, requesting that the races take place
between April and May.
(Motion for Direction)
D - 7 Shawna Mutton, Durham Sustain Ability, providing information on the
Durham Partners in Project Green (DPPG), an initiative to assist
companies in improving their financial and environmental
performance by building stronger relationships with the business
community while providing tools and resources to assist companies
in improving their productivity and reducing their direct and indirect
emissions of GHG's and other pollutants; confirming they have
funding support from Whitby Hydro, Veridian Connections and Hydro
One for the project and are awaiting confirmation from the Region of
Durham and Oshawa PUC; and, requesting Council to consider a
sponsorship of $5,000 per year for 2012, 2013 and 2014.
(Motion for Direction)
I -1
CLARINGTON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
December 7, 2011, 6:00 P.M.
MEETING ROOM 1A
Present: Keith Brettell, Chair
Sally Barrie
Sylvia Jaspers - Fayer, Vice -Chair
Shea -Lea Latchford
Absent: Jennifer Forde
Tim Hick
David Kelly
Councillor Partner
Also Present: Patti Barrie, Municipal Clerk
There being no quorum present, no business was able to be conducted.
1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Referred to next meeting.
2. BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES
(a) Integrated Standard
A meeting was scheduled for November 24 with the Regional Coordinators
to review the Accessibility Directorate's (ADO) resources for
implementation, however the information has not yet been released. It
was therefore decided to postpone the meeting until such time as the
resources become available.
(b) Rick Hansen 25th Anniversary Relay — Medal Bearer Marshall Hohmann
Speech
The organizers of the event indicated that, in the 72 days they had been
travelling and hearing'speeches from heads of cities, Olympians and Para -
Olympians, Marshall's was the most inspirational speech they had heard.
As Marshall is non - verbal, he uses a computer which he controls with his
knee and /or head and the audio comes through the computer. The
organizers arranged for Marshall to meet Rick Hansen when the relay was
in Whitby.
Clarington Accessibility - 2 - December 7, 2011
Advisory Committee
(c) Accessibility for Seniors in Orono
The Engineering Services Department has advised that in order for the
additional parking to be designated, a request would be required from the
AAC or the BIA. This item will be.considered at the next Committee
meeting.
5. NEW BUSINESS
(a) 2012 Accessibility Plan - Draft
The draft 2012 Accessibility Plan was reviewed. Further information
pertaining to the Integrated Standard will be included once it is known. As
well, individual departmental activities in addressing accessibility will be
included.
5. REGIONAL UPDATE
Sally Barrie advised the Region held an awards ceremony celebrating
"International Day of Persons with Disabilities ". Several groups and departments
were recognized and the Accessibility Committee participated .in the event.
In an effort to commence the Regional newsletter, articles of interest are
requested from members of the area municipal accessibility advisory committee
members. Information should be forwarded to Tracey TynerCavanagh.
Scott Bremner, member of the Regional Committee, is seeking members of the
accessibility committees to appear on an upcoming episode of Forum on Abilities
on Rogers TV. The show will air January 19, 2012.
The Committee received a very informative presentation from John Byard,
Emergency Management Coordinator regarding Emergency Preparedness.
Mr. Byard will be invited to a future meeting of the Clarington Accessibility
Advisory Committee.
6. OTHER BUSINESS
(a) South Courtice'Arena
The Municipal Clerk advised that the Community Services Department
has reviewed their policies with respect to waivers being required for
persons with disabilities to participate in public skating. They have
determined that the waiver is not required and this practice has been
stopped.
Clarington Accessibility - 3 - December 7, 2011
Advisory Committee
(b) Burketon Restaurant
The site plan for the Burketon restaurant was circulated, which shows an
accessible parking spot to the rear of the building.
(c) Durham Deaf Services
The Municipal Clerk advised that Durham Deaf Services has requested to
attend a committee meeting to provide an overview of their services. This
will be scheduled for the next meeting.
(d) Accessibility Training
Accessibility Training is being scheduled for January for those individuals
who were unable to attend the spring sessions.
7. DATE OF NEXT MEETING
The next meeting of the Committee is scheduled to be held on Wednesday,
February 1, 2012 commencing at 6:00 p.m. in Committee Room 1A.
8. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m.
Chair
Secretary
I -2
GANARASKA REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MINUTES OF THE FULL AUTHORITY
October 20, 2011
FA 08/11
1. Welcome and Call to Order
The Chair called the Full Authority meeting to, order at 7:15 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Raymond Benns, Chair - Township of Ainwick /Haldimand
Mark Lovshin, Vice-Chair.— Township of Hamilton
John Fallis - Township of Cavan Monaghan
Miriam Mutton — Town of Cobourg
Forrest Rowden — Town of Cobourg
Donna Cole — Township of Hamilton
Heather Stauble — City of Kawartha Lakes
Greg Burns - Municipality of Port Hope
Mary Lou Ellis — Municipality of Port Hope
Wendy Partner — Municipality of Clarington
Willie Woo — Municipality of Clarington
ALSO PRESENT: Linda Laliberte, CAO /Secretary- Treasurer
Mark Peacock, Director, Watershed Services
Greg Wells, Manager, Planning and Regulations
Steve McMullen, Forest Recreation Technician
Members of the Public
ABSENT WITH
REGRETS:
ALSO ABSENT:
A moment of silence was held for the men and women in service who have given the
supreme sacrifice.
2. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
None
3. Minutes of Last Meeting
FA 71/11
MOVED BY: Willie Woo
SECONDED BY: Greg Burns
THAT the Full Authority approve the minutes of the September 15, 2011 meeting.
CARRIED.
4. Adoption of the Agenda
The Chair stated that there was 1 additional piece of correspondence.
Minutes FA 08/11 Page 2
FA 72/11
MOVED BY: Wendy Partner
SECONDED BY. John Fallis
THAT the Full Authority adopt the agenda as amended.
CARRIED.
5. Delegations
None.
6. Presentations:
a) Forest Donation
Mr. Clark Merritt presented a cheque for $3,200.00 to the Board members from the
Sandaraska Horse Riders, some of which were present. Mr. Merritt hosted a chicken
barbeque for members of the Sandaraska Horse Riders at his trailer in the park. The
event included various fundraising activities attended by over 100 people. Mr. Merritt
suggested that part of the donation could be allocated to signage in the forest. He ended
his presentation with an invitation to members and staff to the annual event to be held on
Saturday of the long weekend.
The Chair thanked the Sandaraska Riders for their generous donation.
7. Business Arising from Minutes:
a) ORV Sound Regulations in the Ganaraska Forest
Members asked about the possibility of utilizing the municipal by law officers and taking
sound readings. Wendy Partner that the police will randomly be patrolling in the Forest
and laying charges when necessary.
FA 73/11
MOVED BY: Forrest Rowden
SECONDED BY: Mary Lou Ellis
THAT the Full Authority receive the staff report, ORV sound regulations in the Ganaraska
Forest for information purposes.
CARRIED.
b) 2012 Preliminary Budget
Members asked questions in regards the legal costs as shown in the preliminary budget
FA 74/11
MOVED BY: Mark Lovshin
SECONDED BY: Greg Burns
THAT the Full Authority receive the 2012 Preliminary Budget for information, and,
FURTHER THAT the budget be forwarded to the watershed municipalities indicating in
the cover letter that the vote to approve the 2012 levy will be taken at the December
2011 Full Authority meeting.
Minutes FA 08/11
CARRIED.
c) MFIPPA Update
FA 75/11
MOVED BY: Mary Lou Ellis
SECONDED BY: John Fallis
THAT the Full Authority receive the staff report for information purposes.
CARRIED.
10. Correspondence:
FA 76/11
MOVED BY: Willie Woo
SECONDED BY: Greg Burns
THAT correspondence items #21 be received and filed.
CARRIED.
FA 77/11
MOVED BY:
SECONDED BY:
Forrest Rowden
Mark Lovshin
THAT correspondence items #22 be received and referred to staff.
CARRIED.
11. Applications under Ontario Regulation 168/06:
Permits approved by Executive:
FA 78/11
MOVED BY:
SECONDED BY:
Mary Lou Ellis
Donna Cole
THAT the Full Authority received the permits for information.
CARRIED.
12. Committee Reports:
None.
13. New Business:
None.
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14. Other Business
Donna Cole asked for clarification on an email received from a land owner near Morgans
Road.
Forrest Rowden asked about the total from the golf tournament. The CAO responded
that the final result is not known at this point.
Minutes FA 08/11
Wendy Partner spoke about email circulation.
Donna Cole asked for clarification on a land purchase.
15. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. on a motion by Forrest Rowden
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With the ongoing implementation of carbon reduction legislation,
major industrial facilities in Canada and around the world are
looking for ways to reduce their carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions
without breaking the bank.
For many industries, future CO2 emissions have been
benchtnarked or "capped." Exceeding these amounts will result in
significant increased taxes or force the purchase of offsetting CO2
credits in the open market.
Current alternative technologies for carbon capture are not yet
proven, too expensive or require vast amounts of land in order to
be effective. "Toronto -based Pond Biofuels Inc. has a solution that
slashes both cost and space.
Erected next to any kind of fossil fuel - burning plant or
facility, Pond Biofuels' system includes a network of bioreactors
that utilize microalgae to convert the CO2 emissions of major
industrial emitters into high - energy biomass. So clients are not
only reducing emissions, they are also creating a biofuel — either
for their own use, or to sell to other customers. Protein -rich algae
biomass can also be used for animal feed.
Algae is viewed as a potential source of second generation
biofuel that could surpass other biofuels due to its rapid growth,
extremely high yield potential and suitability for current
infrastructure, And Pond Biofuels' technology generates the
highest biomass yields on the smallest footprint and at the lowest
cost of any known competitor.
Initially a recipient of the Investment Accelerator Fund (IAF),
through Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE), Pond Biofuels
then worked with OCE's Centre for Commercialization of
Research (CCR) to secure its intellectual property to allow the
company to go to market broadly.
"Pond Biofuels has been able to leverage the contribution of
OCE and its new Centre for Commercialization of Research to
achieve a leadership position in the algae /biomass industry," said
Terry Graham, Chairman, Pond Biofuels Inc.
With the successful completion of its demonstration plant at
St. Mary's Cement (a Brazilian parent company of St. Mary's
that owns 25 cement plants worldwide), Pond Biofuels envisions
reducing harmful emissions at cement and steel plants, coal -
fired power generating stations, oil refineries and a collection of
chemical industries across the globe.
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government through a Networks of Contres of Excellence program.
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REPORT TO COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMBER 19, 2011
REPORT #1
SUBJECT: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING
OF MONDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2011
RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. RECEIVE FOR INFORMATION
(a) LGL- 013 -11 Confidential Report - Application for Expropriation of Lands
Necessary for the Reconstruction of a Portion of Elliott Road
(b) EGD- 039 -11 Monthly Report on Building Permit Activity for November,
2011
2. DELEGATION OF ROSEMARY MCCONKEY, REGARDING THE LOCAL LOOK
BACK PROJECT
THAT the delegation of Rosemary McConkey, regarding the Local Look Back
Project, be referred to Staff, in consultation with the appropriate groups, to report
back to the General Purpose and Administration Committee in January, 2012.
3. APPLICATION FOR A COMMON ELEMENTS PLAN OF CONDOMINIUM
APPLICANT: H &H PROPERTIES INC.
THAT Report P.SD- 096 -11 be received;
THAT Council concurs with the decision of the Director of Planning Services to
issue Draft Approval of the proposed Plan of Condominium submitted by H & H
Properties Inc.;
THAT a copy of Report PSD- 096 -11 be forwarded to the Durham Region Planning
Department; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD- 096 -11 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905 - 623 -3379
Report #1 - 2 - December 19, 2011
4. APPLICATION FOR EXPROPRIATION OF LANDS NECESSARY FOR THE
RECONSTRUCTION OF A PORTION OF ELLIOTT ROAD
THAT Council authorize an application to be made to the Council of the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington, as the approving authority under
subsection 4(1) of the Expropriations Act, for approval of the expropriation of the
following interests in land that are required to facilitate necessary upgrades to Elliott
Road:
(a) a temporary easement or right in the nature of a temporary easement
expiring on December 31, 2014 in, under, over, along and upon the
land shown as Parts 1 and 2 on Attachment 1 to Report PSD- 097 -11
for the purpose of entering upon and occupying the land with all
necessary machinery, equipment and material required for, or in
connection with, the reconstruction of Elliott Road and for the purpose
of installing temporary silt fencing and permanent fencing;
(b) a permanent easement or rights in the nature of a permanent easement
in, under, over, along and upon the land shown as Part 3 on
Attachment 1 to Report PSD- 097 -11 for the purpose of entering upon
and occupying the land with all necessary machinery, equipment and
material required for, or in connection with, the construction,
maintenance, alteration, inspection, repair and operation of stream
crossings and erosion protection works;
(c) a permanent easement or right in the nature of a permanent easement
in, under, over, along and upon the land shown as Part 4 on
Attachment 1 to Report PSD- 097 -11 for the purpose of entering upon
and occupying the land with all necessary machinery, equipment and
material required for, or in connection with, the construction,
maintenance, alteration, inspection and repair of a stream crossing;
THAT the Municipal Clerk be authorized to serve and publish a Notice of
Application for Approval to Expropriate Land as required by the Expropriations Act;
THAT the Municipal Clerk be authorized to forward to the Chief Inquiry Officer any
requests fora hearing of necessity that are received;
THAT staff be directed to represent the Municipality at any hearing of necessity;
THAT Council, as the approving authority under the Expropriations Act, approve
the expropriation of the interests in land described in Recommendation 1 of Report
PSD- 097 -11, provided there is no hearing of necessity; and
Report #1 - 3 - December 19, 2011
THAT, if approval to expropriate is given, the Municipal Clerk and Mayor be
authorized to take such steps as are necessary to vest in the Municipality the
interests in land described in Recommendation 1 of Report PSD- 097 -11, and
obtain possession.
5. APPLICATION FOR REMOVAL OF HOLDING
APPLICANT: WEST DIAMOND PROPERTIES INC. (METRUS)
THAT Report PSD- 098 -11 be received;
THAT the application submitted West Diamond Properties Inc. and Players
Business Park Ltd, to remove the Holding (H) symbol be approved;
THAT the By -law attached to Report PSD- 098 -11 to remove the Holding (H)
Symbol for lots to be transferred to Jeffery Homes identified on the schedule to the
By -law (Attachment 2 to Report PSD- 098 -11) be passed;
THAT a subsequent By -law attached to Report PSD- 098 -11 be forwarded to
Council to remove the Holding (H) Symbol on the balance of the lots to be
transferred to Brookfield Homes upon fulfillment of the balance of the terms and
conditions in the Subdivision Agreement; and
THAT a copy of the by -laws be forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Durham
and the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) and that all interested
parties listed in Report PSD- 098 -11 and any delegations be advised of Council's
decision.
6. APPLICATION FOR REMOVAL OF HOLDING AND FOR REMOVAL OF PART
LOT CONTROL BLOCKS 90, 91 AND 92 OF 40M -2364
CLARET INVESTMENTS LIMITED AND 1361189 ONTARIO LIMITED
THAT Report PSD- 099 -11 be received;
THAT the application submitted on behalf of Claret Investments Limited and
1361189 Ontario Limited to remove the Holding (H) symbol be approved;
THAT the By -law attached to Report PSD -099 -11 to remove the Holding (H)
Symbol be passed and a copy forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Durham
and the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC);
THAT the request for Removal of Part Lot Control with respect to Blocks 90, 91 and
92 of 40M -2364 be approved and that the By -law attached to Report PSD- 099 -11,
a Part Lot Control By -law be passed pursuant to Section 50 (7.1) of the Planning
Act,
Report #1
- 4 - December 19, 2011
THAT a copy of Report PSD- 099 -11 with attachments and approved By -law for the
Removal of Part Lot Control be forwarded to the Region of Durham Planning
Department; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD- 099 -11 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
7. MONITORING OF THE DECISIONS OF THE COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
FOR THE MEETING OF DECEMBER 1, 2011
THAT Report PSD- 100 -11 be received;
THAT Council concurs with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made on
December 1, 2011 for applications A2011 -0039, A2011 -0040, and A2011 -0041;
and
THAT Staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend
the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment.
8. AMENDMENT TO FEES BY -LAW RELATED TO PLANNING AND
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
THAT Report PSD- 101 -11 be received;
THAT the By -law attached to Report PSD- 101 -11, being a By -law to require the
payment of fees for information and services provided by the Municipality of
Clarington be approved; and
THAT all interested parties to Report PSD- 101 -11 be advised of Council's decision.
9. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY IN PLANNING SERVICES FUNCTIONS
THAT Report PSD- 102 -11 be received;
THAT Council pass a by -law to delegate to the Director of Planning Services the
following additional functions:
(a) the authority to execute agreements imposed or required in satisfaction
of any condition of approval under the Planning Act regarding the
development of land including plans of subdivision, plans of
condominium, land division, exemption from part lot control, site plans
and rezoning;
(b) the authority to approve releases from agreements where development
has not proceeded;
Report #1 5 - December 19, 2011
(c) the authority to refuse a planning application where the file has
remained inactive for more than one (1) year and only after the
applicant has been given 60 days written notice that the application will
be refused and has not responded or objected;
(d) the authority to approve draft plans of condominium where a public
meeting is not required in accordance with Section 9(10) of the
Condominium Act and Reg. 544/06 of the Planning Act;
(e) the authority to approve part lot control applications so that the by -law
would be presented directly to Council for adoption without debate;
THAT the Procedural By -law be amended to implement Sections 4.1 and 5.1 of
Report PSD -102 -11; and
THAT the Region of Durham Planning Department and all interested parties to
Report PSD- 102 -11 be notified of Council's decision.
10. AMENDMENT TO SIGN BY -LAW 2009 -123 AND DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY
FOR MINOR VARIANCES
THAT Report PSD- 103 -11 be received;
THAT the By -law to delegate authority to approve minor variances to the Sign By-
law to the Director of Planning Services and to amend the Sign By -law, as per
Attachment 1 to Report PSD- 103 -11 be approved;
THAT the power to approve minor variances to the Sign By -law, as detailed in the
amendment to the Sign By -law included in Attachment 1 to Report PSD- 103 -11, be
deemed by Council to be minor in nature; and
THAT all interested parties to Report PSD- 103 -11 be advised of Council's decision.
11. JOSEPH ATKINSON PARKETTE
THAT Report EGD- 040 -11 be received;
THAT the grounds surrounding the southwest side of the Newcastle Library be
named Joseph Atkinson Parkette;
THAT the grounds north of the library parking lot continue to be named Newcastle
Memorial Park; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report EGD- 040 -11 be advised of Council's
decision.
Report #1
12. TOWING INDUSTRY REQUEST
- 6 - December 19, 2011
THAT Report CLD- 035 -11 be received;
THAT the correspondence received from Glen Morrow of the Ontario Federation of
Independent Towers be received for information; and
THAT Mr. Morrow be advised of Council's action.
13. APPOINTMENT TO ORONO ARENA BOARD
THAT Report CLD- 036 -11 be received;
THAT the resignation of Raymond Best from the Orono Arena Board be received,
with regret, and that he be thanked for his contribution to the Board;
THAT Jackie Moore be appointed to the Orono Arena Board for a term concurrent
with Council; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report CLD- 036 -11 be advised of Council's
decision,
14. SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS AMENDMENT
THAT Report CLD- 037 -11 be received;
THAT the schedule of meetings for the term of Council be amended as follows:
(a) THAT the Council meeting scheduled for July 9, 2012 be rescheduled
to Tuesday, July 3, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.;
(b) THAT the GPA meeting scheduled for July 16, 2012 and the Council
meeting scheduled for July 23, 2012 . be cancelled;
(c) THAT the Council meeting scheduled for July 8, 2013 be rescheduled
to Tuesday, July 2, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.;
(d) THAT the GPA meeting scheduled for July 15, 2013 and the Council
meeting scheduled for July 22, 2013 be'cancelled;
(e) THAT the GPA meeting scheduled for July 14, 2014 and the Council
meeting scheduled for July 21, 2014 be cancelled; and
THAT the Municipal Clerk provide appropriate notice of the amendments to the
meeting schedule.
Report #1 - 7 - December 19, 2011
15. RESPONSIBLE PET OWNERS BY -LAW — FEE SCHEDULE
THAT Report CLD- 038 -11 be received;
THAT Council approve the proposed fee structure changes to be effective
January 1, 2012;
THAT a lifetime for licensing fee for cats and dogs, in the amount of $80, be
approved;
THAT the draft amending by -law attached to Report CLD- 038 -11 be approved as
amended by adding a lifetime license category for cats and dogs in the amount of
$80; and
THAT all interested parties be advised of Council's decision.
16. PROPOSED - NUISANCE BY -LAW
THAT Report LGL- 012 -11 be received;
THAT the By -law attached to Report LGL- 012 -11 be approved; and
THAT Inspector Chris Ostler of the Durham Regional Police Service be advised of
Council's decision.
17. PURCHASE OF A PRE -BUILT PUMPER
THAT Report COD - 037 -11 be received;
THAT Fort Garry Fire Trucks Limited, Winnipeg, Manitoba with a total bid in the
amount of $590,268.04 (Net of H.S.T. Rebate) be awarded the contract for the
supply and delivery of a 2012 Model 1250 GPM Spartan Gladiator Pumper
complete with equipment as required by the Emergency and Fire Services
Department; and
THAT the required funds be drawn from the Fire and Emergency Services
Department 2011 Capital Account # 110 -28- 388 - 82812 -7401.
18. GREEN MUNICIPAL FUND APPLICATION FOR 173 BASELINE ROAD,
BOWMANVILLE
THAT Report FND- 024 -11 be received;
THAT staff submit an application for the feasibility studies and field tests grant
available in the Green Municipal Fund program offered by Federation of Canadian
Municipalities;
Report #1
- 8 - December 19, 2011
THAT staff send a letter to the provincial government advising that the Municipality
of Clarington is submitting an application for a grant from the Green Municipal Fund
program offered by Federation of Canadian Municipalities; and
THAT the funding for the updated supplemental environmental site assessment
phase 2 and if applicable, a updated phase 1 environmental site assessment ,
designated substance survey and partial site remediation be drawn from the rent
monies collected even if the municipality is unsuccessful in its Green Municipal
Fund grant application.
19. SPECIAL PROVINCIAL FUNDING TO COVER MUNICIPAL DEFICITS
WHEREAS the Municipal Act requires that municipalities operate on a balanced
budget;
AND WHEREAS all municipal councils face difficult decisions in the budget process
in balancing (i) the needs of their communities; and (ii) being fiscally responsible;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
a) The Municipality write to the Premier of Ontario respectfully requesting
that if any municipality in Ontario receives special funding from the
Province to cover a budget deficit, that all local municipalities receive the
same per capita funding from the Province; and
b) That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to John O'Toole, MPP for
Durham, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, and all municipalities
in Ontario requesting that they endorse this resolution.
20. REQUEST FOR PROVINCIAL REGULATIONS REGARDING COMMERCIAL
FILL OPERATIONS
WHEREAS municipalities are faced with requests from Commercial Fill Operators
to place fill in, for example, either previously undisturbed areas or expired gravel
extraction pits;
AND WHEREAS municipalities have limited resources and ability to regulate this
type of operation other than through zoning restrictions and agreements associated
predominantly with operational protocol;
AND WHEREAS the issue of soil quality of fill imported to a receiving site
potentially has a significant cross jurisdictional environmental impact that should be
elevated to the Provincial level through the Ministry of the Environment;
Report #1
- 9 - December 19, 2011
AND WHEREAS the Ministry of the Environment has established criteria for quality
of fill for Brownfield redevelopment but not for the importation and placement of fill
within, as an example, undisturbed areas or expired gravel extraction pits;
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED that the Province, through the Ministry of the
Environment, establish guidelines, regulations and a Provincially regulated
approval process to govern the quality of fill imported to a receiving site other than
for the purpose of Brownfield redevelopment;
AND FURTHER, THAT the Clerk forward copies of this resolution to York - Simcoe
MPP, Julia Munroe, the Ministry of the Environment, the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario and all Ontario Municipalities for their consideration.
SUMMARY OF BY -LAWS
December 19, 2011
BY -LAWS
2011 -099 Being a by -law to regulate and prohibit public nuisances (Item 16 of
Report #1)
2011 -114 Being a by -law to amend By -law 84 -63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By -law for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle [West
Diamond Properties Inc. (Metrus)] (Item 5 of Report #1)
2011 -115 Being a by -law to amend By -law 84 -63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By -law for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle (West
Diamond Properties Inc. and Players Business Park) (Item 5 of
Report #1)
2011 -116 Being a by -law to amend By -law 84 -63, the Zoning By -law for the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington (Claret Investments
Limited and 1361189 Ontario Limited) (Item 6 of Report #1)
2011 -117 Being a by -law to exempt certain portion of Registered Plan
40M -2364 from Part Lot Control (Item 6 of Report #1)
2011 -118 Being a by -law to amend Schedule A of the Fee By -law 2010 -142
(Item 8 of Report #1)
2011 -119 Being a By -law to delegate authority to the Director of Planning
Services (Item 9 of Report #1)
2011 -120 Being'a By -law to amend By -law 2011 -016, a by -law to govern the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington, its
General Purpose and Administration Committee and Special
Committees (Item 9 of Report #1)
2011 -121 Being a by -law to amend Sign By -law 2009 -123, as amended, of the
Municipality of Clarington (Item 10 of Report #1)
2011 -122 Being a by -law to amend By -law 2006 -227, as amended, to licence,
regulate and prohibit certain animals or classes thereof within the
limits of the Municipality of Clarington, or defined areas therein
(Item 15 of Report #1)