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Council Meeting Minutes
FEBRUARY 13, 2012
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on February 13, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., in the
Council Chambers.
Councillor Traill led the meeting in prayer.
ROLL CALL
Present Were: Mayor A. Foster
Councillor R. Hooper
Councillor J. Neal
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor W. Partner
Councillor C. Traill
Councillor W. Woo
Also Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Present: Municipal Solicitor, A. Allison
Senior Planner, L. Backus, attended until 9:10 p.m.
Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Manager of Communication & Marketing, J. Cooke, attended
until 7:53 p.m.
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Director of Operations, F. Horvath
Manager of Special Projects, F. Langmaid, attended until
7:25 p.m.
Director of Corporate Services and Human Resources,
M. Marano
Manager of Community Planning & Design, C. Salazar attended
until 9:10 p.m.
Director of Finance/Treasurer, N. Taylor
Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief, G. Weir
Administrative Assistant to the Municipal Clerk, C. Fleming
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor Neal indicated that he would be declaring an interest with respect to
Item #3 of Report #1 and By-law 2012-007.
Later in the meeting, Councillor Novak stated a pecuniary interest with respect to a
matter raised under Other Business.
Council Meeting Minutes - 2 - February 13, 2012
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Partner announced that on Friday evening she attended the Benefit Dance
on behalf of the Colville family at the Orono Arena.
Councillor Traill issued a reminder that tomorrow night the Tyrone Community Centre
will host a Valentine’s Café night featuring music, chocolates, desserts and coffee and
on Wednesday, there is a fundraiser in support of the new Mammography Clinic with
tickets available for $30.
Councillor Woo announced the following:
On Sunday afternoon, February 12, 2012, he attended the Clarington Concert
Band concert held at the Bowmanville High School. The concert featured
performances by Concert Pianist Cheryl Duvall and Violinist Andrew Sords.
This Thursday, at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex, the Clarington
Board of Trade will be hosting lunch with Regional Chair Roger Anderson who
will bring updates and future plans taking place within Durham Region.
On Thursday afternoon, Central School will be holding a “Give Your School a
Hug” Event to recognize how school is an important foundation for children and
providing an opportunity for students to identify ways to make their school
better.
Councillor Hooper announced the following:
In celebration of Heritage Week, the Clarington Heritage Committee and the
Clarington Branch of the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (ACO) are co-
sponsoring speaker Peter J. Stokes, a leading restoration architect who will be
speaking on Inspired Adaptations – Finding New Purpose for Old Structures on
Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Admission
is free by donation to the ACO Clarington Branch.
th
The 9 Annual Winter WonderLearn will be held at both the Newcastle Branch
of the Clarington Public Library and the Newcastle & District Recreation
Complex with interactive workshops and activities for the whole family. There
will be a shuttle service between the two locations.
The Clarington Public Library, Bowmanville Branch, will be offering a four-week
Interactive Ready to Read Workshop starting Tuesday, February 7, 2012.
He attended the Clarington Older Adult Association’s “Showcase of the Arts”
fundraiser on February 9, 2012, which featured artwork, carvings, photography
and a play.
He attended a Ladies Fashion Show at St. John’s Anglican Church.
On February 25, 2012, Eninskillen United Church is hosting a Waste Collection
Project for old televisions, stereos, computers, etc.
Councillor Neal announced that he attended the opening of the Café Bistro in
Newtonville.
Council Meeting Minutes - 3 - February 13, 2012
Councillor Partner announced that she had also attended the grand opening of the
Café Bistro in Newtonville.
Councillor Novak advised of the following events she attended:
A breakfast meeting for “International Networking Week” On February 9, 2012.
The Clarington Older Adult Association’s “Showcase of Arts”.
The Durham Regional Transit Media Event on Friday, February 10, 2012
announcing that Durham Region Transit has received15 new conventional
12 m buses and eight Specialized Service buses purchased through the
Metrolinx Transit Procurement Initiative.
The Highway 401 Public Information Centre regarding the widening of Highway
401 from Courtice Road to Boundary Road and improvements to underpasses
at Cobbledick Road and East Townline Road.
Councillor Novak also announced that Veridian Connections Inc. has received a
Readers’ Choice Award for being voted the number one Energy Service Provider in
Durham Region.
Mayor Foster announced the following:
On Friday, February 10, 2012, Finance Minister and Whitby-Oshawa MP
Jim Flaherty and Oshawa MP Colin Carrie announced that Oshawa's Harbour
Commission is now a port authority which will help attract investment to the
region, support economic growth and create jobs.
On Friday, he attended the Global Cities Indicator Facility Reception. The
Honourable Kathleen Wynne, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and
Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Senator Art Eggleton were in attendance.
He attended a Great Lakes meeting where the Honourable Jim Bradley,
Minister of the Environment, spoke about plans and policies for the Great
Lakes.
He attended a luncheon with the Honourable Chris Bentley, Minister of Energy
where the Minister spoke on energy and New Build.
On February 14, 2012, there will be a Ribbon Cutting at Rejuvenation Health
and Wellness Spa on Temperance Street.
The Rotary Club and Lions Club Elimination Draw will be held at the Clarington
Beech Centre on February 15, 2012.
There is still time to register for the Big Brothers and Big Sisters “Bowl for Kid’s
Sake” Event, February 21 to 25, 2012.
On Wednesday, February 22, 2012, Leader Resources Services Corp. will be
holding a public meeting at the Newcastle Community Hall on proposed
renewal energy project (wind farms) down by the lake at Port Granby.
Council Meeting Minutes - 4 - February 13, 2012
Resolution #C-059-12
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held January 30, 2012, be
amended by adding the following to Section 2 i of Resolution #C-039-12 and
Resolution #C-048-12:
“being 50% of the full salary, with the position fully funded in 2013.”
“CARRIED”
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Foster presented a Certificate of Accomplishment to Paul Vaneyk in recognition
of his 30 years of Long-Standing Service to the Ontario Seed Growers’ Association.
Glen Brown, Director, Ontario Heritage Trust, addressed Council providing a brief
history of the establishment of the Ontario Heritage Trust in 1967, as the Province’s
leading heritage agency and the development of the Awards Program in 1996 to
honour volunteers. Mr. Brown indicated that it is his pleasure to bring greetings from
the Board of Directors and to celebrate those who make heritage trust part of their
lives. Mr. Brown stated that this evening he is delighted to present the 2011 Heritage
Community Recognition Program Certificate of Achievement to Ed Vanhaverbeke in
appreciation of his volunteer work in identifying, preserving, protecting and promoting
Ontario’s rich built and the 2011 Young Heritage Leaders Certificate of Achievement
to Gabbie Kirkwood for her significant contribution to the conservation of Ontario’s
heritage by preserving history and quality of life. Mr. Brown also commended Council
for supporting the preservation of Ontario’s heritage.
Mr. Brown and Mayor Foster presented Certificates and pins to Ed Vanhaverbeke and
Gabbie Kirkwood.
DELEGATIONS
Libby Racansky addressed Council concerning Item # 2 of Report #1 - Amendment 77
to the Municipality of Clarington Official Plan to Incorporate the Requirements and
Permissions Afforded to the Municipality as a Result of Bill 51, The Planning
Conservation Land Statute Law Amendment Act, 2006, Places To Grow Act, 2005,
The Greenbelt Act, 2005, The Ontario Heritage Act and The Provincial Policy
Statement, 2005. Through use of a PowerPoint presentation, Ms. Racansky referred
to specific sections of Official Plan Amendment No. 77, with respect to implications of
climate change, the need to go beyond minimum standards and set-backs to protect
the natural environment, the need to review street patterns to ensure public streets do
not create an environmental impact on the community and questioning why Council is
requesting the Province to extend the urban boundary for employment use.
Council Meeting Minutes - 5 - February 13, 2012
Ms. Racansky stated that urban design should be sustainable and urged Council to
consider making changes to Clarington’s Official Plan so that it reflects Bill 51 to
create sustainable and healthy communities without unnecessary financial or safety
impacts.
Ron Armstrong, Armstrong Harrison Associates, addressed Council on behalf of
Abraham Afana, Abe’s Auto Recycling, concerning Item # 2 of Report #1 -
Amendment 77 to the Municipality of Clarington Official Plan to Incorporate the
Requirements and Permissions Afforded to the Municipality as a Result of Bill 51, The
Planning Conservation Land Statute Law Amendment Act, 2006, Places To Grow Act,
2005, The Greenbelt Act, 2005, The Ontario Heritage Act and The Provincial Policy
Statement, 2005. Mr. Armstrong stated Abe’s Auto Recycling is currently operating as
a legal non-conforming use in a residential designation at 2532 Concession Road 3
and Mr. Afana has been searching for a replacement property in Clarington to relocate
the business. He noted that this relocation is now frustrated due to certain provisions
of Official Plan Amendment 77. Mr. Armstrong expressed concern that a number of
sections of the Official Plan will, if approved in its present form, prevent Abe’s from
moving to any location in Clarington unless the OPA is not revised. He stated there
are unintended consequences for developers, particularly in the Northglen
neighbourhood, because of the freeze imposed on the lands surrounding Abes Auto
Recycling pending abandonment of the legal non-conforming industrial use of the site.
Mr. Armstrong stated that he has met with staff to suggest clauses that would address
these matters and requested a meeting with their Planners and Solicitors to draft
suitable clauses intended to relate only to this specific situation, that would not apply
to any other similar business seeking to locate in Clarington, would not be
transferrable, would end the industrial use in the residential area and would require
approval of the complete circulation of planning documents; however, this request was
not granted as staff believe that OPA 77 is not the venue to deal with this situation.
Mr. Armstrong stated his experts believe that an Official Plan Review is the
appropriate time to deal with the matters. He reminded Council that Mr. Afana has
shown great loyalty to the Municipality of Clarington throughout the process and there
is a risk that the planned increase in employment between 100 and 125 persons will
be lost to another municipality. Mr. Armstrong urged Council to refer the matter back
to staff in order that staff and their consultants can draft suitable clauses to be
included in OPA 77 and avoid the significant costs and time of any Ontario Municipal
Board appeal.
Kirk Kemp addressed Council concerning Item # 2 of Report #1 - Amendment 77 to
the Municipality of Clarington Official Plan to Incorporate the Requirements and
Permissions Afforded to the Municipality as a Result of Bill 51, The Planning
Conservation Land Statute Law Amendment Act, 2006, Places To Grow Act, 2005,
The Greenbelt Act, 2005, The Ontario Heritage Act and The Provincial Policy
Statement, 2005. Mr. Kemp confirmed that he is not a partner of Mr. Armstrong and
that he grew up beside the property where Abe’s is located. He noted that the site did
not disturb his farming business but expressed concern that now that it is designated
for residential homes there will be a lot of people disappointed when they move in and
realize the type of business being conducted around them.
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Mr. Kemp stated he has difficulty understanding why it would not be better to move
the business to an industrial area. Mr. Kemp suggested that staff and Council
investigate a way to accommodate this business and allow it to be relocated where it
can be upgraded, expanded and create jobs.
Resolution #C-060-12
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Council recess for ten minutes.
“CARRIED”
The meeting reconvened at 8:18 p.m.
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-061-12
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the
exception of Correspondence Items I - 3, I - 8, and I - 9.
“CARRIED”
I - 1 Minutes of the Clarington Older Adult Association Board of Directors dated
January 20, 2012
I - 2 Minutes of the Clarington Accessibility Advisory Committee dated
February 1, 2012
I - 4 Heather Brooks, Director, Watershed Planning & Natural Heritage, Central
Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) advising of the release of
the Bowmanville/Soper Creek Watershed Existing Conditions Report which
incorporates input received from stakeholders, agencies and the public;
forwarding a CD of the final report; and, indicating that the report is also
accessible at www.cloca.com under ‘Latest News’.
Council Meeting Minutes - 7 - February 13, 2012
I - 5 Mirka Januszkiewicz, P.Eng., MASc., MBA, Director of Waste
Management Services, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising that on
November 30, 2011, Regional Council approved changes to the existing
residential metal goods call-in service program effective February 13, 2012
to accommodate an enhanced curbside recycling collection program for
electronics (e-waste) and porcelain (toilets); forwarding a sample of a
communiqué that will be distributed to the public for their information; and
suggesting comments from constituents be directed to the Region’s
website at www.durhamregionwaste.ca or the Works Department at 1-800-
667-5671 or waste@durham.ca.
I - 6 The Honourable Charles Sousa, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration,
advising that nominations for the Newcomer Champion Awards are being
accepted until March 15, 2012 to recognize individuals and groups who
have made a difference in their community and province through active
citizenship and engagement in three categories: ChangeTheWorld Youth
Ambassador, Community Leader and Newcomer Champion; and,
indicating nomination forms and more information is available at
www.ontario.ca/honoursandawards.
I - 7 The Honourable Charles Sousa, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration,
advising that nominations for the Lincoln M. Alexander Award 2012 are
being accepted until May 31, 2012 to recognize young Ontarians who have
demonstrated exemplary leadership in contributing to the elimination of
racial discrimination; and, advising that nomination forms and information
outlining details of the program are available at
www.ontario.ca/honoursandadwards.
I - 8 Melodee Smart, Administrative Assistant, Commissioner’s Office, Works
Department, Regional Municipality of Durham, forwarding an electronic
copy of the Works Committee Agenda for February 1, 2012, Report 2012-
WR-1: Revised Energy from Waste – Waste Management Advisory Terms
of Reference (Item 6a) and draft EFW-WMAC minutes (Item 8b) for
information.
Resolution #C-062-12
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT Correspondence Item I – 8 from Melodee Smart, Administrative Assistant,
Commissioner’s Office, Works Department, Regional Municipality of Durham, with
respect to the Regional Works Committee Agenda for February 1, 2012, be received
for information.
“CARRIED”
Council Meeting Minutes - 8 - February 13, 2012
I - 3 Tyler Drygas, Consultant Senior Environmental Planner, URS Canada Inc.,
advising that URS has been retained by the Ministry of Transportation
(MTO) to undertake two separate Preliminary Design and Class
Environmental Assessment Studies for the rehabilitation and ultimate
widening of Highway 401 from Courtice Road to Durham Regional
Boundary (East Townline Road) and structural improvements for two
Highway 401 underpasses located at Cobbledick Road and East Townline
Road; indicating that a joint Public Information Centre (PIC) has been
scheduled for Thursday, February 9, 2012 at the Newcastle Community
Hall; inviting Members of Council and staff to attend a pre-PIC session to
view the displays between 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. followed by the PIC from
4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a brief overview of the project being presented
at 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.; and advising that the displays will be available
on the project website www.highway401improvementsclarington.ca after
February 2, 2012.
Resolution #C-063-12
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Correspondence Item I - 3 from Tyler Drygas, Consultant Senior
Environmental Planner, URS Canada Inc., with respect to Highway 401
improvements, be received for information.
“CARRIED”
I - 9 James Campbell, Executive Director and Craig Ryan, President, Board of
Directors, Visual Arts Centre of Clarington, thanking Council and staff,
particularly Nancy Taylor, Fred Horvath and Mike Williams, for their
support of the Visual Arts Centre and for helping to ensure that the
creativity of the present will continue to flourish in a 1905 Mill, and inspire
for years to come.
Resolution #C-064-12
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Correspondence Item I - 9 from James Campbell, Executive Director and
Craig Ryan, President, Board of Directors, Visual Arts Centre of Clarington,
expressing appreciation for support of the Visual Arts Centre, be received for
information.
“CARRIED”
Council Meeting Minutes - 9 - February 13, 2012
CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Correspondence Item D –10 was received as a Hand-out.
Resolution #C-065-12
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT Correspondence Items D - 1 to D - 6 and Hand-out Correspondence Item
D - 10 be approved as per the Agenda, with the exception of Correspondence
Item D – 5.
“CARRIED”
D - 1 David J. Crome, Director of Planning Services, requesting that May 7,
2012 be proclaimed as “School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day” in
recognition of the valuable service and dedication to child safety provided
by Clarington’s School Crossing Guards.
(Proclaimed)
D - 2 David Moorhouse, Treasurer, Pride Durham, requesting that June 4 to
June 10, 2012 be proclaimed as “Pride Week” to celebrate and reinforce
the message of tolerance, openness and hope and requesting permission
to raise the Rainbow Flag, the international symbol of gay, lesbian,
bisexual, transgendered and transsexual communities, for the week.
(Proclaimed and permission granted to fly
the Rainbow Flag for the week of June 4 to
10, 2012)
D - 3 Faiza Kanji, General Manager, Volunteer Development, YMCA of Greater
Toronto, requesting that April 15 to 21, 2012, be proclaimed “National
Volunteer Week” in support of the many volunteers who donate their time
to assist the YMCA in delivering life changing programs that help to build
healthy communities for children, teens and young adults.
(Proclaimed)
Council Meeting Minutes - 10 - February 13, 2012
D - 4 James Bujak, P.Eng., Development Manager, Baywood Homes,
forwarding comments with respect to Official Plan Amendment 77 on
behalf of 1521285 Ontario Limited and 2086607 Ontario Limited,
expressing concern that the replacing of the “Future Urban Residential”
(FUR) has been deleted from OPA 77; suggesting that this is a significant
step backwards and a clear sign that the Municipality is not interested in
expediting development of designated urban land supply; and, requesting
Council to direct staff to reinstate the component of OPA 77 which
replaced policies regarding Future Urban Residential areas with
Secondary Plan policies in the final form of the amendment.
(Correspondence referred to the Director of
Planning Services and the author advised
of actions taken with respect to Report
PSD-009-12)
D - 6 Stephen Snider, President and Donna Donaldson, Executive Officer,
Durham Region Home Builders’ Association, inviting Mayor Foster to
attend their dinner meeting on Tuesday, March 27, 2012, and requesting
that April 2012 be declared “New Homes Month” in recognition of new
home construction and home ownership as a basic factor in economic
progress and quality of life.
(Proclaimed)
D - 10 Sharon McCartney, Orono Town Hall Board, advising that the Board is
holding fund raising events on Friday, March 2, Saturday, March 24, and
Saturday, April 21 and requesting that Council designate their events as
events of municipal significance in order for the LLBO to approve their
Special Occasion Permit.
(Fundraising events on March 2, March 24
and April 21 designated as events of
municipal significance)
D - 5 Anna Ouyang, requesting Council to defer a decision on her land located
on the boundary of Clarington and Oshawa and any policies of the plan
which affect the development of her property pending the Province’s
review of the Greenbelt designation and policies in 2015; indicating that
should Council agree to the deferral and should her lands be removed
from the Greenbelt, she would have the opportunity to address Council in
the future regarding designating her lands Residential/Living Area;
indicating that her property is currently designated Major Open Space in
the Official Plan and zoned agricultural; providing a rationale for the lands
to be designated Residential/Living Area; and, suggesting from an
economic development and strategic viewpoint, it is logical and good
planning as it is contiguous development that utilizes existing
infrastructure, it would maintain and enhance the area, and create more
jobs and business to benefit the neighbourhood and the Municipality.
Council Meeting Minutes - 11 - February 13, 2012
Resolution #C-066-12
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item D – 5 from Anna Ouyang with respect to Official Plan
Amendment #77 be referred to the Director of Planning Services and Ms. Ouyang be
advised of actions taken with respect to Report PSD-009-12.
“CARRIED”
D - 7 Sandra Kranc, City Clerk, City of Oshawa, advising Council that on
January 31, 2012, Oshawa City Council adopted the following resolution
pertaining to the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund:
“WHEREAS on November 28, 2011 Premier Dalton McGuinty announced
the creation of a new southwestern Ontario Development Fund to help
communities in southwestern Ontario (including the Kitchener-Waterloo
area, Barrie area, Windsor-Sarnia area, Stratford-Bruce Peninsula area,
London area and Hamilton-Niagara area) attract new investment and
create jobs; and,
WHEREAS the proposed new fund will help address local economic
development challenges in a time of global uncertainty; and,
WHEREAS the fund would be modeled on the Eastern Ontario
Development Fund which has helped create and protect over 11,700 jobs
and leveraged over $485 million in investment across Eastern Ontario; and
WHEREAS there is also a Northern Ontario Development Fund which
assists communities in Northern Ontario attract new investment and jobs;
and
WHEREAS Durham Region is considered part of the Greater Toronto Area
and will not have access to the new Southwestern Ontario Development
Fund; and
WHEREAS the Durham Region, which has a similar economic framework
as Southwestern Ontario, will be at a significant disadvantage in attracting
new investment and jobs if not included within the boundaries of this new
fund;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Premier Dalton McGuinty and
area MPP’s are urged to include Durham Region in the boundary for the
Southwestern Ontario Development Fund and further that all Durham
Region municipalities and Durham Region Council be encouraged to do
the same.”
Council Meeting Minutes - 12 - February 13, 2012
Resolution #C-067-12
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the resolution from the City of Oshawa, with respect to the Southwestern
Ontario Development Fund, be endorsed.
“CARRIED”
D - 8 Ashley Mancuso, Council and Committee Services Coordinator, Town of
Halton Hills, writing to Norm Miller, M.P.P., Muskoka, advising Council that
on January 23, 2012, the Town of Halton Hills adopted the following
resolution pertaining to Paving of Highway Shoulders:
“WHEREAS Muskoka M.P.P. Norm Miller has re-introduced his Private
Member’s Bill to Pave Highway Shoulders, which would enhance public
safety for the motoring public, and promote active transportation in Ontario;
AND WHEREAS if Mr. Miller’s bill is passed it would require a minimum
one metre paved shoulder on certain provincially owned highways to
improve public safety for cyclists pedestrians and motorists alike;
AND WHEREAS studies in other jurisdictions confirm that where paved
shoulders exist accidents are drastically reduced;
AND WHEREAS there are obvious health benefits for individuals and
society in general, as more opportunities are provided to cycle and walk for
recreation, or for transportation;
AND WHEREAS the Township of Carling passed a resolution to support
M.P.P. Norm Miller’s Private Member’s Bill to pave highway shoulders;
AND WHEREAS the Township of Carling requested that all municipalities
in the Province of Ontario consider supporting the resolution;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
THAT the Town of Halton Hills supports the Private Member’s Bill to pave
highway shoulders;
AND FURTHER THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the
Township of Carling, Mr. Norm Miller, M.P.P., and to all municipalities in
Ontario.”
Council Meeting Minutes - 13 - February 13, 2012
Resolution #C-068-12
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the resolution from the Town of Halton Hills, with respect to paving of highway
shoulders, be endorsed.
“CARRIED”
D - 9 Peter Glen, Chair, Ontario 9-1-1 Advisory Board, requesting financial
assistance from each municipal government in order to continue as the
technical and information authority respecting the implementation and
operation of 9-1-1 Emergency Number systems in Ontario; and,
suggesting that a donation of $100 from each of Ontario’s 445
municipalities would create the funds for the Board to continue its work and
represent the interests of municipal governments and their citizens on 9-1-
1 issues such as making submissions to hearings of the Canadian Radio-
Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), providing input
on implementation issues related to wireless 9-1-1 service and Voice over
Internet Protocol, maintaining the OAB 9-1-1 website – http://oab911.ca,
developing public awareness; and liasing with all levels of government and
the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association.
Resolution #C-069-12
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Item D - 9 from Peter Glen, Chair, Ontario 9-1-1 Advisory
Board requesting financial assistance, be received for information.
“CARRIED”
COMMITTEE REPORT(S)
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report February 6, 2012.
Resolution #C-070-12
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of February 6, 2012
be approved, with the exception of Items #2, #3, #11, and #12.
“CARRIED LATER IN THE MEETING”
(See following motions)
Council Meeting Minutes - 14 - February 13, 2012
Councillor Neal stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Item #3 of Report#1, as his
wife is a supporter of Durham Clear, to which Pam Callus, a delegation at the General
Purpose and Administration Committee meeting of February 6, 2012 belongs, and left
the Council Chambers during discussion and voting on this matter.
Item #3
Resolution #C-071-12
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Report PSD-011-12 be received;
THAT the Official Plan Amendment No. 83 as contained in Attachment 2 of Report
PSD-011-12 be adopted and that the necessary by-law be passed;
THAT the application for a Zoning By-law Amendment submitted by Timothy and
Sandra Kearns as contained in Attachment 3 of Report PSD-011-12 be approved;
THAT the Durham Regional Planning Department and Municipal Property
Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-011-12 and Council's
decision; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-011-12 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED AS AMENDED"
(See following motion)
Resolution #C-072-12
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-071-12 be amended by adding a new fourth
paragraph as follows: "THAT a By-law to remove the "Holding (H)" be forwarded to
Council for approval once a site plan agreement has been executed".
"CARRIED"
The foregoing Resolution #C-071-12 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS
AMENDED.
Councillor Neal returned to meeting.
The foregoing Resolution #C-070-12 was then put to a vote and CARRIED.
Council Meeting Minutes - 15 - February 13, 2012
Item #2
Resolution #C-073-12
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Report PSD-009-12 be received;
THAT Amendment 77 to the Clarington Official Plan be approved and that the by-law
contained in Attachment 3 to Report PSD-009-12 be passed;
THAT Amendment 77 to the Clarington Official Plan be forwarded to the Regional
Municipality of Durham for approval;
THAT Municipal staff endeavour to complete the Growth Management phase of the
Official Plan Review within 18 months incorporating the infrastructure and financing
implications of future growth and any implications from the hearing on the Regional
Growth Plan Amendment (ROPA #128) currently before the Ontario Municipal Board;
THAT the Regional Municipality of Durham Planning Department be forwarded a copy
of Report PSD-009-12; and
THAT the interested parties list in Report PSD-009-12 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
“MOTION REFERRED”
(See following motion)
Resolution #C-074-12
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-073-12 be referred back to staff.
“CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING
RECORDED VOTE:”
Council Member Yes No Declaration of Absent
Pecuniary Interest
Councillor Neal √
Councillor Novak √
Councillor Partner √
Councillor Traill √
Councillor Woo √
Councillor Hooper √
Mayor Foster √
Council Meeting Minutes - 16 - February 13, 2012
Item #11
Resolution #C-075-12
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT the Procedural By-law be amended to prohibit anyone within 3 meters from the
Council ring taking a video recording of a Council or Committee meeting; and
THAT this shall not apply to the Municipality, a presentation as defined in
Section 7.4.1 (a) of the Procedural By-law 2011-016, or any publicly available
broadcaster.
“CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING
RECORDED VOTE”
Council Member Yes No Declaration of Absent
Pecuniary Interest
Councillor Traill √
Councillor Woo √
Councillor Hooper √
Councillor Neal √
Councillor Novak √
Councillor Partner √
Mayor Foster √
Item #12
Resolution #C-76-11
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT Staff be directed to report back on allowing Members of Council electronic
access at their desk in the Council Chambers including: access to network drives,
stored e-mail, how other municipalities are using laptops in their meetings; and
electronic agendas.
“CARRIED”
STAFF REPORT(S)
There were no Staff Reports considered under this Section of the Agenda.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no Unfinished Business considered under this Section of the Agenda.
Council Meeting Minutes - 17 - February 13, 2012
BY-LAWS
Councillor Neal stated a pecuniary interest with respect By-law 2012-007 as his
wife is a member of Durham Clear, to which Pam Callus, a delegation at the
General Purpose and Administration Committee meeting of February 6, 2012
belongs, and left the Council Chambers during discussion and voting on this
matter.
By-law 2012-006 was subsequently withdrawn from the Agenda due to the referral of
Resolution #C-073-12.
Resolution #C-077-12
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2012-007 to 2012-011
2012-007 Being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 83 to the Clarington
Official Plan
2012-008 Being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle
(Timothy and Sandra Kearns)
2012-009 Being a by-law to assume certain streets within the Municipality of
Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington
2012-010 Being a by-law to repeal By-law 2001-215
2012-011 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; and
THAT the said by-laws be approved.
“CARRIED”
Councillor Neal returned to the meeting.
PROCEDURAL NOTICE(S) OF MOTION
There were no Procedural Notices of Motion introduced under this Section of the
Agenda.
Council Meeting Minutes - 18 - February 13, 2012
OTHER BUSINESS
Councillor Neal reported that the Local Look Back Project was enthusiastically
received by the Clarington Museum and Archives Board.
Councillor Neal questioned staff as to whether the Municipality had any leverage
to bring to bear on developers to pay for the water main connection to Ms.
Racansky’s home. The Director of Engineering Services stated that the
Subdivision Agreement is clear that there has to be a proven draw down of the
water table and there is nothing to suggest this. Mayor Foster indicated that the
matter is a Regional issue and that the Region could be approached to see if
there are any recent developments.
Councillor Neal questioned the timing of information from staff regarding the
usage of AECOM.
Councillor Novak stated a declaration of pecuniary interest with respect to the
question regarding the use of AECOM as a member of her family works for
AECOM and left the Council Chambers during discussion and voting on this
matter.
The Director of Engineering Services stated that staff will be able to respond in
the next couple of months.
Councillor Novak returned to the meeting.
Councillor Neal questioned when Council would receive information stemming
from roundtable discussion between developers and the Clarington Board of
Trade. The Chief Administrative Officer stated he would issue a reminder to the
Executive Director.
Councillor Neal also questioned the reporting structure of the Clarington Board of
Trade. The Chief Administrative Officer confirmed the regular reporting
mechanism is through presentation to the General Purpose and Administration
Committee to Council not by written reports.
Councillor Neal and Councillor Novak stated pecuniary interests earlier in the meeting,
refrained from voting on the Confirming By-law, and left the meeting during discussion
and voting on this matter.
Council Meeting Minutes _ 19 - February 13, 2012
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-078-12
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2012-012, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
on the 13t" day of February, 2012; and
THAT the said by-law be approved.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Neal and Councillor Novak returned to the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-079-12
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the meeting adjourn at 9:19 p.m.
"CARRIED"
CLERK