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DATE: FEBRUARY 7, 2000
TIME: 7:00 P.M.
PLACE: COUNCIL CHAMBERS
ROLL CALL
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Minutes of a meeting of Council held on January 24, 2000
PRESENTATION
Lynn Davidson and David Ashcroft, Co-Chairs, Blue Circle Cement Community
Relations Committee, c/o 400 Waverley Road South, Bowmanville, L I C 3K3 -
Committee's Annual Report
Representative of the Clarington Board of Trade, P.O. Box 434, Bowmanville, LlC 3Z2 -
2000 Annual Work Program
DELEGATIONS
1. Leon Sterling, 7 Hillhurst Crescent, Courtice, LIE 2A5 - Parking Ticket
2. Terry Burns, 9 Claret Road, Courtice, L 1 E I WI - Traffic Situation
COMMUNICATIONS
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1- 1 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated
February 7, 2000
1-2 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated January 20, 2000
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Council Agenda - 2 - February 7, 2000
I - 3 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated November 15, 1999
I - 4 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated
December 16, 1999
I - 5 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Opposition to any
Involvement Regarding Amalgamation
I - 6 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Reviewing the
Region's Involvement with the Greater Toronto Services Board
I - 7 Michael Power, AMO President - Registration for the 2000 AMO Annual
Conference
I - 8 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Governance Issues
that Could Impact upon the City of Oshawa
I - 9 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Opposing Forced
Participation in the Current Greater Toronto Services Board
1-10 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Supporting the
Retention of a Modified Two -Tier System of Regional Government
I - 11 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Endorsing the
Draft Position of the Region of Durham
1-12 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - "Who Does What"
1-13 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Number of
Politicians in Durham Region
1-14 Thomas W. Flood, Co- Chair, Ontario Summer Games 2000 - Ontario Summer
Games 2000 Newsletter
I - 15 Axel P. Starck, Executive Vice President Distribution, Veridian Connections -
Policy on Development Costs
I - 16 Honourable Paul Martin, Minister of Finance - Income Tax Legislation Relating
to Film Production in Canada
I - 17 L.J. Mikulich, City Cleric, Cleric's Division, Legal Services Department, City of
Brampton - Restructuring
I - 18 Tim M. Jones, Mayor, Town of Aurora - Temporary Freeze on New Development
Council Agenda -3 - February 7, 2000
I - 19 Association of Municipalities of Ontario - Long Term Infrastructure Program
I - 20 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham - Interim 2000 Regional Tax
Levy
I - 21 P.M. Madill, Regional Cleric, Region of Durham - Region's AAA Credit Rating
by Moody's Investors Services
I - 22 P.M. Madill, Regional Cleric, Region of Durham - Race Relations Committee
I - 23 Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee dated
January 18, 2000
I - 24 P.M. Madill, Regional Cleric, Region of Durham - Status Report - Highway 401
Improvements
I - 25 Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce - "Made in Durham Solution"
I - 26 Ontario Power Generation, 700 University Avenue, Toronto, M5G 1X6 - Gamma
Ray Survey Results
I - 27 Joel Sloggett, Manager of Planning, Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and
Clarington Catholic District School Board and Paul Brace, Manager of Planning,
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board - Education Development Charges
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D - 1 Alice Johnson, Volunteer Chair, PITCH -IN ONTARIO, c/o National Office, Box
45011, Ocean Park, R.P.O., White Rock, B.C., V4A 9L1 - Pitch -In Canada Week
D - 2 Bev Azevedo, 132 Turnberry Crescent, Courtice, L1E 1132 - Fund Raiser for
Epilepsy Research
D - 3 Nestor Chornobay, Director, Strategic Planning, Region of Durham - Highway 2 -
Highway 401 Corridor Transit Service Review
D - 4 P.M. Madill, Regional Cleric, Region of Durham - Boarding or Lodging Houses
D - 5 Craig Brown, Chairman, Clarington Public Library Board - Freedom to Read
Week
D - 6 P.M. Madill, Regional Cleric, Region of Durham - Emergency Telephone Lines
Council Agenda - 4 - February 7, 2000
D - 7 A.C. Wong, Manager, Environmental Health, Region of Durham - Water Sample
Pick -up and Drop -off
D - 8 Linda J. Laliberte, General Manager /Secretary- Treasurer, Ganaraska Region
Conservation Authority - "The Future of the Oak Ridges Moraine"
D - 9 E.C. Wagg, City Clerk, City of Niagara Falls - Amendments to the Young
Offenders Act
D - 10 Municipality of South Bruce, Box 540, Teeswater, NOG 2SO - Devaluing the
Importance of Agriculture and Agricultural Business
D - 11 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - `Reforming the
905 Municipalities and the Greater Toronto Services Board'
MOTION
NOTICE OF MOTION
REPORTS
1. General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of January 31, 2000
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
BY -LAWS
OTHER BUSINESS
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ADJOURNMENT
SUMMARY OF CORRESPONDENCE
FEBRUARY 7, 2000
CORRESPONDENCE FOR INFORMATION
I - 1 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated
January 18, 2000. (A copy of the minutes is attached to the Summary of
Correspondence.)
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1-2 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated January 20, 2000.
(A copy of the minutes is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.)
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1-3 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated November 15, 1999. (A
copy of the minutes is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.)
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1-4 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated
December 16, 1999. (A copy of the minutes is attached to the Summary of
Correspondence.)
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I - 5 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT as a result of the overwhelming mandate given to us by the
citizens of our city in the 1996 referendum and in the 1997 municipal
election, the Council of the City of Oshawa continues to oppose Oshawa's
involvement in any amalgamation, political or administrative, with the
City of Toronto or with any other body dominated by the City of Toronto;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
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1-6 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa endorses the draft position of
the Region of Durham to strike a committee, comprised of the Regional
Chair and the eight Mayors of the area municipalities, to review the
Region's involvement with the Greater Toronto Services Board and that
the Council agrees to consult with the Regional Municipality as it
develops a position on GTSB reform;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's, the Greater Toronto Services
Board, all other GTA municipalities and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
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I - 7 Michael Power, AMO President, advising of registration for the 2000 AMO
Annual Conference. After the tremendous success of the 1999 AMO Annual
Conference, they have been overwhelmed with requests to register for the 2000
AMO Annual Conference. As a result, they are already providing us with the
opportunity to register and realize substantial savings. By registering early,
before the Early Bird deadline, AMO members can save more than 30% over the
on site fee. To marls the new millennium, the AMO Annual Conference is being
held in the nation's capital from August 13 - 16, 2000. As our host, Ottawa has
pledged to make this conference a truly memorable event. As local government
officials, we all face considerable challenges. Over a dozen practical workshops
will be offered that will ensure that we receive critical and timely solutions to
these challenges. As well, AMO will be inviting senior Cabinet and provincial
government officials to answer our questions and hear our concerns.
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I - 8 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa establishes a Special Sub -
Committee of the Strategic Initiatives Committee called the Governance
Review Committee, comprised of all members of City Council, to:
(a) liaise with the Region of Durham, the Area Municipalities, the
GTSB and the Province of Ontario on governance issues that could
impact upon the City of Oshawa and its residents,
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(b) investigate and develop governance positions for the consideration
of the Council of the City of Oshawa,
AND FURTHER, that Council Iry Harrell is appointed Chair of the
Governance Review Committee and Councillor Robert Boychyn is
appointed Vice - Chair;
AND FURTHER THAT City Manager, John Brown, is directed to provide
administrative support to the Governance Review Committee;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's, the Greater Toronto Services
Board, all other GTA municipalities, and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
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I — 9 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"WHEREAS our participation on the Greater Toronto Services Board is
fundamentally in opposition to the expressed will of the citizens of our
City;
AND WHEREAS in its current configuration, the GTSB facilitates the
domination of smaller municipalities, including Oshawa, by the City of
Toronto and the larger municipalities on the GTSB;
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa continues to
oppose our forced participation in the current Greater Toronto Services
Board;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
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1-10 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa endorses the draft position of
the Region of Durham that supports the retention of a modified two tier
system of Regional Government, with the slimmed down Regional
Government acting as an agent of the lower tier;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
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I - 11 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT, in recognition of the Province's direction in pursuing the
reduction in the number of municipalities, the Council of the City of
Oshawa endorses the draft position of the Region of Durham that supports
and encourages potential amalgamations or governance reform processes;
AND THAT Council further agrees to actively work. with the Region and
our neighbouring municipalities to develop an action plan by
June 30, 2000, and to work towards a final report by no later than
June 30, 2001;
AND THAT full public consultation be held;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
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I - 12 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT in order to facilitate consultation between the Region of Durham
and its member municipalities, the Council of the City of Oshawa agrees
to:
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1. endorse the proposed Public Works Who Does What
review, and directs our staff to continue to work with the
staff of the Region and area municipalities to prepare a
comprehensive report to be tabled at the Regional Council
and at the Councils of the area municipalities by
May 31, 2000;
2. review its participation in the Durham Insurance Pool and
forward its position to the Regional Council by no later
than March 31, 2000;
3. work with the Region and area municipalities to facilitate
the completion of the Provincial Offences Act review
process by no later than April 1, 2000, in order to meet a
target implementation date of April 1, 2001;
4. work with the Region and area municipalities to strengthen
the Area Municipal Fire Services by directing our staff to
investigate, prioritise and report on the following items:
- development of a joint emergency medical services
training program
- joint purchase of fire flashover simulation
equipment
- development of automatic aid response programs
- participation in Regional co- operative purchasing
group
- joint fire communications resource centre
- development of a Regional arson investigation task
force
- joint purchase of aerial apparatus with the York
Region co- operative purchasing group
- any other services that be similarly beneficial across
area municipal boundaries.
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of
Ontario, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the
Leaders of the two Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality
of Durham and its member municipalities, all Durham MPP's and
MP's and to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario."
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I - 13 Sandra Krane, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa endorses the draft position of
the Region of Durham that indicates that the Region will review the issue
of the number of politicians in Durham Region after the receipt of the
local government studies and their outcomes; and,
FURTHER, the Council endorses the draft position that the issue of direct
or indirect election of the Regional Chair is to be reviewed at the same
time as the number of politicians;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
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1-14 Thomas W. Flood, Co- Chair, Ontario Summer Games 2000, c/o Town of Ajax,
providing a copy of the second issue of the Ontario Summer Games 2000
newsletter. Through this, it is the desire of the Games Organizing Committee to
keep all regional and local municipal Councils informed as to how things are
evolving.
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1-15 Axel P. Starck, Executive Vice President Distribution, Veridian Connections,
acknowledging our letter of January 5, 2000, regarding Veridian Connection's
policy on development costs. John Wiersma, President and CEO of their parent
company Veridian Corporation has met and continues to participate with
representatives of Durham UDI and the Durham Home Builders Group to explain
their position on and their goals for this issue.
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1-16 The Honourable Paul Martin, Minister of Finance, thanking the Municipality for
the letter in support of a resolution by the Regional Municipality of Durham
regarding income tax legislation relating to film production in Canada. The
Durham Resolution recommends the elimination of provisions in the Income Tax
Act that require foreign actors working on Canadian productions to pay income
tax on the full amount of their earnings in Canada. The resolution also
recommends that the Film or Video Production Services Tax Credit (FVPSTC)
remain unchanged. The FVPSTC generally supports foreign producers. In 1999,
a private- sector film advisory group recommended to the Minister of Canadian
Heritage, the Honourable Sheila Copps, that the FVPSTC be made available only
to Canadian producers. While the group's recommendations do not represent
government policy, its recommendations and advice are sought and seriously
considered by the government. He understands that the Department of Canadian
Heritage is continuing to consider the report of the advisory group. Regarding the
issue of the payment of tax by non - resident actors, he would like to mention that
income taxes paid in Canada by non - residents can generally be credited against
their tax liability in their country of residence. For U.S. residents, for instance, a
foreign tax credit against U.S. federal taxes almost completely offsets Canadian
taxes. That is, the imposition of tax by Canada will simply re- direct tax from the
U.S. government to the Canadian government. This relief is provided for in the
Canada -U.S. Income Tax Convention. In the case of state taxes, however,
California and some other U.S. states have not adopted the Canada -U.S. Income
Tax Convention agreed to by the U.S. federal government. Consequently, there
may be a slight overlap of taxation for residents of those states. This state tax
issue is currently under review by the Film Industry Advisory Committee of the
Canada Customs and Revenue Agency (CCRA). The advisory committee is
reviewing the concerns expressed by the film industry as a result of the CCRA's
compliance initiative requiring all non - resident actors to file income tax returns in
accordance with Canadian law.
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I - 17 L.J. Mikulich, City Clerk, Clerk's Division, Legal Services Department, City of
Brampton, 2 Wellington Street West, Brampton, L6Y 4R2, advising that the City
of Brampton passed the following resolution on January 17, 2000:
"WHEREAS it is known that Brampton was first settled some 180 or more
years ago; and
WHEREAS Brampton was incorporated as a village in 1853; and
WHEREAS Brampton was established as the County Seat; and
WHEREAS Brampton was incorporated as a town in 1873; and
WHEREAS Brampton became a City in 1974; and
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WHEREAS Brampton has a long and rich history of community and
growth; and
WHERAS the City of Brampton continues to experience growth and will
soon be the third largest city in Ontario; and
WHEREAS Brampton is a unique diverse community with a population of
over 300,000 that is expected to double in the next twenty years; and
WHEREAS the Provincial Government has given strong indication by
recent action in other communities that government restructuring and the
amalgamation of municipalities are possibilities that exist in the future of
the 905 Area within the Greater Toronto Area including the Region of
Peel and the City of Brampton; and
WHEREAS Brampton wants to ensure that any restructuring of local
government has a positive benefit to its constituents and that those
constituents have a voice in their future; and
WHEREAS such restructuring has resulted in the creation of
municipalities with single tiered governments; and
WHEREAS the Provincial Government has given other indications that
Municipalities, such as Brampton, have an opportunity to put forward or
to take some steps on their own to restructure government; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council for the City of Brampton formally
notify the Provincial Government by correspondence of our desire and
intention to continue to exist as an independent, self governing
Municipality as either a two -tier format or as a one -tier city; and further
THAT the City of Brampton Council will immediately embark on a plan
that will:
- downsize government by 2003
- explore single tier versus two tier governance models
- include community consultation with the residential and business
community, local Provincial Members of Parliament, the Town of
Caledon and the Region of Peel
- address realigning ward boundaries
- consider financial implications on assessment and tax payers
- respect its position in the Greater Toronto Area; and
FURTHER, that a Committee of Council be established for the above -
noted purposes; and
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THAT this recommendation be circulated to the Region of Durham, City
of Oshawa, Municipality of Clarington, Town of Ajax, Town of Pickering,
Town of Whitby, Township of Brock, Township of Scugog, Township of
Uxbridge, Region of Halton, City of Burlington, Town of Halton Hills,
Town of Milton, Town of Oakville, Region of York, City of Vaughan,
Town of Aurora, Town of Markham, Town of Georgina, Town of
Richmond Hill, Town of Whitchurch - Stouffville, Town of East
Gwillimbury, Town of Newmarket, Township of King, City of
Mississauga, Town of Caledon and the Region of Peel."
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I - 18 Tim M. Jones, Mayor, Town of Aurora, advising that the Council of the Town of
Aurora on January 11, 2000, passed the following resolution:
"WHEREAS the Town of Aurora recognized in the mid 1990's that the
demands on growth were so great that it undertook a growth management
study, which had the effect of temporarily freezing new development
while the study was being conducted;
AND WHEREAS the Town has already established a precedence on a
freeze in development through this process;
AND WHEREAS the Town has continued to receive applications for
development on the Oak Ridges Moraine and considers the timeliness of
this issue crucial;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Aurora advises the
Region of York that it will not support the Region's Oak Ridges Moraine
Strategy review unless the following conditions are implemented as part of
the review:
that a freeze be implemented immediately for any development on
the Oak Ridges Moraine;
2. that no grandfathering of development applications be considered
until the long term strategy is completed;
3. that the Region request the Minister of Municipal Affairs and
Housing to implement a Minister's Order thereby ensuring that no
development applications are approved during the study;
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AND FURTHER THAT a copy of this resolution be circulated to the
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and the Minister of
Environment, and the Mayors of the municipalities within York, Peel and
Durham Regions."
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I - 19 Associations of Municipalities of Ontario, advising that the Federal government's
Standing Committee on Finance has recommended the creation of a long term
infrastructure program in partnership with the Provinces and Municipalities. (A
copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.)
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I - 20 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the
Region of Durham on January 26, 2000, passed the following recommendations:
"a) THAT an Interim 2000 Regional Tax Levy be imposed on the
Area Municipalities for all property tax classes;
b) THAT the amount due from each Area Municipality by equivalent
to 50% of their respective share of the 1999 Regional Taxes;
C) THAT the Interim 2000 Regional Tax Levy be paid by the Area
Municipalities in two installments, fourteen days subsequent to the
two installment due dates established by each Area Municipality
for the collection of their respective interim municipal property
taxes;
d) THAT the Regional Clerk be requested to advise the Area
Municipalities of the imposition of the Interim 2000 Regional Tax
levy for all property tax classes; and
e) THAT the requisite by -law be approved."
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I - 21 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the
Region of Durham on January 26, 2000, passed the following recommendation
regarding confirmation of the Region's AAA Credit Rating by Moody's Investors
Services:
"a) THAT Report #2000 -F -02 from R.J. Clapp, Commissioner of
Finance, be received for information; and
b) THAT a copy of Report #2000 -F -02 of the Commissioner of
Finance be forwarded to Area Municipalities and School Boards."
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I - 22 P.M. Madill, Regional Cleric, Region of Durham, advising that the Region of
Durham on January 26, 2000, passed the following resolution regarding the Race
Relations Committee:
"a) THAT Report #1999 -A -59 of the Chief Administrative Officer be
received for information; and
b) THAT a copy of this report be sent to the Area Municipalities,
existing Race Relations Committees, School Boards, and
Mr. Roland Rutland."
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I - 23 Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee dated
January 18, 2000. (A copy of the minutes is attached to the Summary of
Correspondence.)
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I - 24 P.M. Madill, Regional Cleric, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the
Region of Durham on January 26, 2000, passed the following resolution regarding
Status Report - Highway 401 Improvements:
"a) THAT Joint Report #2000 -J -1 of the Commissioners of Planning,
Works and Finance be received for information and a copy of this
report be forwarded to all municipalities within the Region; and
b) THAT a detailed financing strategy for the Highway 401
improvements and related Regional road work be included in the
2000 Regional Road Servicing and Financing Study."
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1-25 Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, regarding a "Made in Durham Solution"
before the Province takes action and imposes one. Regional Councillors
unanimously adopted eight resolutions outlining restructuring plans from their
recent retreat. Although a good start, local municipal Councils, without being
given a clear direction or process will now be asked to endorse these resolutions.
The recommendations do not outline or define what is meant by a modified 2 -tier
system, a slimmed -down Region, nor does it detail what is meant by "acting as an
agent of the lower tier ". The recommendations also encourage municipalities to
amalgamate but did not offer up the elimination of Regional Government as an
option. The Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce has strongly advocated that
government must be more cost effective, efficient and accountable to the people.
One stop shopping for government services is important to both business and
citizens. This process should only be looked upon as a first step to achieving
1 -tier governance.
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The Chamber recognizes that all councillors in all municipalities must make
difficult decisions but they believe it is very important that the elected officials
consider all the available options, for the taxpayers must live with those decisions.
They encourage us to look beyond our municipal or regional borders. Now is the
time to map out the long -term future for our communities. The Chamber is
concerned that none of the resolutions considered the elimination of Regional
Government. They have advocated that in any review of region wide governance
the elimination of the Upper Tier "Regional Government" must be considered.
Without it being considered, elected officials are not giving their constituents all
the options. All municipalities must look at regional services, community
demographics, census market areas, transportation infrastructure, common issues
and common services with the purpose of creating more efficiency and
eliminating duplication.
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1-26 Ontario Power Generation, 700 University Avenue, Toronto, M5G 1X6, advising
Council of the gamma ray survey results. An airborne survey of gamma radiation
sources near the Pickering and Darlington nuclear generating stations has found
no unexpected sources of man -made gamma radiation beyond the stations'
boundaries. The survey, carried out in October 1999, showed natural sources of
gamma radiation from potassium, uranium and thorium were prevalent across the
survey grid, which extended 10 kilometres beyond the boundaries of the two
stations. However, they were within the normal values for Ontario, as reported by
the Geological Survey of Canada. As expected, man -made sources of cesium -
136, cobalt -60 and nitrogen -16 were recorded within the stations. Man -made
sources of cesium -137 detected outside the stations were attributed to fallout from
atomic weapons testing in the 1950s and `60s, and were typical of those found
around the world at the same latitudes. Gamma rays can only travel from 10 to 20
cm through rock or soil before they are significantly reduced in intensity. As a
result, roads, parking lots and buildings, as well as trees reduce the intensity level
and this effect shows up prominently on the radioactivity maps. For example,
Highway 401 and other roads showed up as a strip of low radioactivity across
most of the survey area. The findings at the two nuclear stations were:
Nitrogen -16 was detected directly over the operating units at each station,
and is due to normal operations.
Cobalt -60 was detected at six locations within the Pickering plant
boundary, as well as Cesium -137 in at least one of these sites. These
sources of radiation were known to Ontario Power Generation prior to the
survey, and were either located in storage facilities or the result of normal
plant operations.
Apart from the Nitrogen -16, Cobalt -60 and Cesium -137 detected within
the boundaries of the two plants, and the weapons fallout, no other man-
made sources of gamma radiation were detected within the survey area.
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1-27 Joel Sloggett, Manager of Planning, Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and
Clarington Catholic District School Board and Paul Brace, Manager of Planning
Services, Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, regarding Education
Development Charges. The Peterborough Victoria Northumberland Clarington
Catholic District School Board and the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School
Board have engaged a consultant to complete an Education Development Charge
study in preparation for the implementation of an E.D.C. by -law. The draft study
has been completed and presented to the K.P.R. Board on Thursday, January 20,
2000, and to the P.V.N.C. Board on Tuesday, January 25, 2000. Under the
E.D.C. legislation, municipalities are required to collect the education
development charge on behalf of the Boards and remit to the Boards. We are
cordially invited to a meeting jointly sponsored by the two boards, where
information and data from the study will be shared. A representative from the
Urban Analysis Group (the Boards' consultant) will be present to answer
questions and hear our comments. The meeting will be held on Tuesday,
February 8, 2000, in the General Meeting Room on the lower level of the K.P.R.
Education Centre at 1:00 p.m.
(Receive for Information)
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D - 1 Alice Johnson, Volunteer Chair, PITCH -IN ONTARIO, c/o National Office, Box
45011, Ocean Park, R.P.O., White Rock, B.C., V4A 9L1, advising Council that
Pitch -In Canada Week is a well -known project among volunteers in their
community. They are inviting us, as well as schools, youth and service groups,
the media and many others to join in for the first Pitch -In Canada Week of the
new millenium, dubbed "The First Clean Up of the Century!" and taking place
May 1 - 7, 2000. It's easy to participate. The municipality can either appoint a
local coordinator to help volunteers in our community identify and spearhead
local clean -up and beautification projects or we can support their voluntary efforts
by offering assistance with, and access to free, waste disposal. Many Councils
also offer local recognition to Pitch -In volunteers.
(Motion to refer correspondence to the
Public Works Department)
D-2 Bev Azevedo, 132 Turnberry Crescent, Courtice, L1E 1132, requesting permission
to organize a l0k run/walk fund raiser for Epilepsy research on Sunday,
June 4, 2000. Ms. Azevedo has mapped out a proposed course with room for
change if necessary and will be sending a copy to the roads department for
possible closures along with any other important information that would be
required. She has been in touch with Debbie Tuckwell of the Durham Epileptic
Society and she feels there will be no problem with the million dollar liability
insurance coverage for the race. She is also requesting that they have the use of
the Courtice Complex where the race would have the start and finish line.
Summary of Correspondence -14- February 7, 2000
Most importantly it would be a convenient place for the runners and walkers so
they may have use of parking, washrooms and access to water. They are also
aware that the general public must also have access to the Complex.
(Motion to approve request provided the
organizers apply for and obtain a Road
Occupancy Permit from the Public Works
Department and to refer the correspondence
to the Community Services Department to
address the request to use the Courtice
Complex)
D - 3 Nestor Chornobay, Director, Strategic Planning, Region of Durham, advising that
the Region of Durham on December 9, 1999, passed the following resolution:
"THAT a copy of Report #1999 -RTC -3 of the Commissioner of Planning
and the recommendations of the Conventional Transit Operators Sub -
Committee of RTCC, acting as the Steering Committee for the Highway 2
- Highway 401 Corridor Transit Service Review, be forwarded to the
Towns of Pickering, Ajax and Whitby, the City of Oshawa, and the
Municipality of Clarington to request their input by February 2000."
(Motion to refer correspondence to the
Public Works Department)
D - 4 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the
Region of Durham on January 26, 2000, passed the following resolution:
"a) THAT the Government of Ontario be urged to ensure that boarding
or lodging houses, including rest and retirement homes, are
required to register with local boards of health and municipalities;
b) THAT the Government of Ontario be urged to ensure that
minimum standards for personal care are established for boarding
and lodging houses, including rest and retirement homes, that
provide such care for their residents;
c) THAT the Premier of Ontario, Minister of Health and Long Term
Care, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and Minister
Responsible for Seniors' Issues are so advised of this
recommendation; and
d) THAT the Region's MPPs and area municipalities, the Association
of Local Public Health Agencies and the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario are so advised and their support is
requested."
(Motion for Direction)
Summary of Correspondence -15 - February 7, 2000
D - 5 Craig Brown, Chairman, Clarington Public Library Board, advising Council that
Freedom to Read Week is the week of February 27 - March 4, 2000. To celebrate
our intellectual freedom, libraries, bookstores and schools across Canada will
promote displays of censored materials and educate the public about censorship
during Freedom to Read Week, an annual event sponsored by the Canadian book
and magazine industry. At the Clarington Public Library, they will host displays
of materials in their collection which have been banned, challenged or removed
from libraries, school libraries and bookstores. In support of this event they are
asking that Council approve the following declaration:
"WHEREAS the right to pursue the truth through free inquiry is essential
to democratic decision - making; and
WHEREAS the freedom to read is the essence of free inquiry; and
WHEREAS the freedom to read is under assault from left and right in our
society;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipality of Clarington
recognizes, reaffirms and defends the right of the citizens of this
community individually to decide what he or she will or will not read (the
freedom to read);
AND FURTHER IN SUPPORT OF THIS RESOLUTION, this Council,
on behalf of the citizens of Clarington proclaims this municipality
henceforth a Freedom to Read Zone in which freedom to read is
inviolable."
(Motion to Proclaim)
D - 6 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the
Region of Durham on January 26, 2000, passed the following resolution:
"a) THAT the resolution of the County of Peterborough concerning
the cost of emergency telephone lines be supported;
b) THAT the Solicitor General be requested to approach the CRTC
on behalf of all municipalities in Ontario to secure a special rate
for dedicated telephone lines in municipal emergency operations
centres; and
Summary of Correspondence - 16 - February 7, 2000
C) THAT this resolution be circulated to other municipalities in
Ontario and to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)
asking for their support."
(Motion to advise of Council's earlier
decision to support Peterborough's
resolution)
D-7 A.C. Wong, Manager, Environmental Health, Region of Durham, Health
Department, advising that the Durham Regional Police have advised them that
they can no longer maintain the space for the public to pick -up and drop -off water
samples at their premises on Waverley and King Street, Bowmanville, due to
extensive renovations to their facility. In the past 4 years, they estimate that
approximately 3,000 samples are collected yearly from this location. As a result,
they are seeking our assistance to help them find another location in our
community in order that they can continue with this valuable service. Ideally,
considerations for another location should be similar to the existing location:
permanent location
good accessibility which includes free parking, extended hours of
operation
unimpeded public access such that they can pick up water bottles or drop -
off samples for testing without required assistance.
(Motion for Direction)
D - 8 Linda J. Laliberte, General Manager /Secretary - Treasurer, Ganaraska Region
Conservation Authority, advising that the Ganaraska Region Conservation
Authority Board of Directors on January 20, 2000, passed the following
resolution:
"THAT the GRCA endorse the recommendations of the Toronto & Region
Conservation Authority report "The Future of the Oak Ridges Moraine ";
and
THAT the GRCA support the conclusions of the Regions of Durham,
York and Peel in "The Oak Ridges Moraine, Towards a Long Term
Strategy, September 1999" and participate in the ongoing discussions
where appropriate; and
THAT a copy of this resolution and staff report be sent to all watershed
stakeholders being affected; and
Summary of Correspondence - 17 - February 7, 2000
FURTHER THAT a copy of this staff report and recommendations be
forwarded to all watershed municipalities asking for support and
requesting a letter be sent to the local MPP of the municipality indicating
support of the position taken by the Ganaraska Region Conservation
Authority."
(A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of
Correspondence.)
(Motion for Direction)
D - 9 E.C. Wagg, City Clerk, City of Niagara Falls, advising that the Council of
Niagara Falls on January 17, 2000, endorsed a petition calling on the Federal
Government to make amendments to the Young Offenders Act that would cause it
to become a deterrent to young offenders and requesting Council's support of the
petition. The text of the petition is as follows:
"We the undersigned residents of Canada, draw the attention of the House
of Commons to the following:
THAT crimes committed by serious, habitual and violent youths are of
great concern to Canadians
THAT the number of serious crimes committed by youths would decrease
if the Young Offenders Act or other legislation were amended to hold
youths more fully accountable for their behaviour and to increase periods
of incarceration, to deter young persons from committing criminal acts;
THEREFORE your petitioners call upon Parliament to significantly
amend the Young Offenders Act or other legislation to include, but not be
limited to:
Making protection of society the number one priority and removing "least
intrusive interventions" rules.
Creating criteria to identify serious, habitual and violent young offenders;
ensuring swift automatic consecutive sentencing for these offenders;
ensuring these offenders are kept separated from other young offenders;
allowing the publishing of these offenders' names; and ensuring these
offenders are transferred to adult facilities upon turning 18 years of age.
Increasing the penalty for murder to a minimum of 15 years, and a
maximum of 7 years for other offences.
Ensuring automatic sentencing for the criminal use of weapons.
Adding anti - racketeering and street gang provisions with consecutive
sentences for criminal gang members.
Removing restrictions hindering police in dealing with youth; ensuring
Social Services aggressively intervene with youth under 12."
(Motion for Direction)
Summary of Correspondence - 18 - February 7, 2000
D - 10 Municipality of South Bruce, Box 540, Teeswater, NOG 2SO, advising that the
Council of the Municipality of South Bruce on January 18, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"WHEREAS the majority of our ratepayers rely on Agriculture for their
livelihood;
AND WHEREAS there is a serious concern that our Provincial
Government is devaluing the importance of Agriculture and Agricultural
Business in our Province by continually slashing funding, over the last few
years, to the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs;
AND WHEREAS the support, information and education available
through local OMAFRA Offices and Staff are vital to obtaining
independent professional advice;
AND WHEREAS Government programs that offer financial support need
to be more easily accessible and funding paid out more promptly;
AND WHEREAS recently announced programs appear to make funding
available to farmers, in reality they eliminate the eligibility of many of our
grass roots producers - family farmers;
NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that the Council of the Municipality of
South Bruce demands that all members of the Provincial Government be
made to realize the importance of the Agricultural Industry to this
Province and that the Provincial Government ensures the future of the
Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs by continuing a level of
funding that reflects this importance;
AND FURTHER that the Provincial Government re- examine their actions
over the past few months that might indicate a lack of appreciation for this
very important part of over economy and well - being, and revisit some of
the cost cutting decisions that they have made.
(Motion for Direction)
D — 11 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa opposes the procedures used in
developing the GTA Mayors' report entitled, `Reforming the 905
Municipalities and the Greater Toronto Services Board' released
January 2000;
Summary of Correspondence - 19 - February 7, 2000
FURTHER the Council of the City of Oshawa requests the Premier and
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing to re- affirm their support
for the continuation of the moratorium on governance reform in the GTA
until after the 2000 municipal elections;
FURTHER, that, as the GTSB will be presenting a report of governance
reform in December of 2000, the Premier and the Minister of Municipal
Affairs and Housing be requested to commit to full consultation (including
public meetings) with all GTA municipalities on the GTSB report. The
full consultation to be undertaken prior to any actions to amend
governance in the GTA following the 2000 municipal election;
AND FURTHER THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa directs staff to
write to all municipalities in the GTA to request their endorsement of this
resolution;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's, the Greater Toronto Services
Board, all other GTA municipalities and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
(Motion for Direction)
SUMMARY OF BY -LAWS
FEBRUARY 7, 2000
BY -LAWS
2000 -14 being a by -law to amend By -law 84 -63, the Comprehensive By -law for the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington (Derek Baird Holdings Inc.)
(Item #3 of Report #1)
2000 -15 being a by -law to amend By -law 91 -58, as amended, being a By -law to
Regulate Traffic on Highways, Municipal and Private Property in the
Municipality of Clarington (Item #8 of Report #1)
2000 -16 being a by -law to amend By -law 91 -58, as amended, being a By -law to
Regulate Traffic on Highways, Municipal and Private Property in the
Municipality of Clarington (Item #9 of Report #1)
MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 7.2000 - 7:00 P.M.
FILE
-MUNICIPALITY OF
0arington
ONTARIO
DATE: FEBRUARY 7, 2000
TIME: 7:00 P.M.
PLACE: COUNCIL CHAMBERS
PRAYERS
ROLL CALL
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Minutes of a meeting of Council held on January 24, 2000
PRESENTATION
Lynn Davidson and David Ashcroft, Co -Chairs, Blue Circle Cement Community
Relations Committee, c/o 400 Waverley Road South, Bowmanville, LIC 3K3 -
Committee's Annual Report
Representative of the Clarington Board of Trade, P.O. Box 434, Bowmanville, L 1 C 3Z2 -
2000 Annual Work Program
DELEGATIONS
Leon Sterling, 7 Hillhurst Crescent, Courtice, LIE 2A5 - Parking Ticket
2. Terry Burns, 9 Claret Road, Courtice, LIE 1 WI - Traffic Situation
COMMUNICATIONS
Receive for Information
I - 1 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated
February 7, 2000
I - 2 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated January 20, 2000
CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON P -M
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Council Agenda - 2 - February 7, 2000
1- 3 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated November 15, 1999
I - 4 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated
December 16, 1999
1- 5 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Opposition to any
Involvement Regarding Amalgamation
I - 6 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Reviewing the
Region's Involvement with the Greater Toronto Services Board
I - 7 Michael Power, AMO President - Registration for the 2000 AMO Annual
Conference
I - 8 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Governance Issues
that Could Impact upon the City of Oshawa
I - 9 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Opposing Forced
Participation in the Current Greater Toronto Services Board
1- 10 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Supporting the
Retention of a Modified Two -Tier System of Regional Government
I - 11 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Endorsing the
Draft Position of the Region of Durham
1- 12 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - "Who Does What"
1- 13 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - Number of
Politicians in Durham Region
1- 14 Thomas W. Flood, Co -Chair, Ontario Summer Games 2000 - Ontario Summer
Games 2000 Newsletter
1- 15 Axel P. Starck, Executive Vice President Distribution, Veridian Connections -
Policy on Development Costs
1- 16 Honourable Paul Martin, Minister of Finance - Income Tax Legislation Relating
to Film Production in Canada
1- 17 L.J. Mikulich, City Clerk, Clerk's Division, Legal Services Department, City of
Brampton - Restructuring
1- 18 Tim M. Jones, Mayor, Town of Aurora - Temporary Freeze on New Development
Council Agenda -3 - February 7, 2000
I - 19 Association of Municipalities of Ontario - Long Tenn Infrastructure Program
1-20 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham -Interim 2000 Regional Tax
Levy
1-21 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham -Region's AAA Credit Rating
by Moody's Investors Services
1-22 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham -Race Relations Committee
1-23 Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee dated
January 18, 2000
1-24 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham -Status Report -Highway 401
Improvements
1-25 Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce - "Made in Durham Solution"
1-26 Ontario Power Generation, 700 University Avenue, Toronto, M5G 1X6 - Gamma
Ray Survey Results
1-27 Joel Sloggett, Manager of Planning, Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and
Clarington Catholic District School Board and Paul Brace, Manager of Planning,
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board - Education Development Charges
Receive for Direction
D - 1 Alice Johnson, Volunteer Chair, PITCH -IN ONTARIO, c/o National Office, Box
45011, Ocean Park, R.P.O., White Rock, B.C., V4A 9L1 - Pitch -In Canada Week
D - 2 Bev Azevedo, 132 Tumberry Crescent, Courtice, LIE IB2 - Fund Raiser for
Epilepsy Research
D - 3 Nestor Chornobay, Director, Strategic Planning, Region of Durham - Highway 2 -
Highway 401 Corridor Transit Service Review
D-4 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham -Boarding or Lodging Houses
D - 5 Craig Brown, Chairman, Clarington Public Library Board - Freedom to Read
Week
D - 6 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham - Emergency Telephone Lines
Council Agenda - 4 - February 7, 2000
D - 7 A.C. Wong, Manager, Environmental Health, Region of Durham - Water Sample
Pick-up and Drop-off
D - 8 Linda J. Laliberte, General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer, Ganaraska Region
Conservation Authority - "The Future of the Oak Ridges Moraine"
D - 9 E.C. Wagg, City Clerk, City of Niagara Falls - Amendments to the Young
Offenders Act
D - 10 Municipality of South Bruce, Box 540, Teeswater, NOG 2SO - Devaluing the
Importance of Agriculture and Agricultural Business
D - 11 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa - 'Reforming the
905 Municipalities and the Greater Toronto Services Board'
MOTION
NOTICE OF MOTION
REPORTS
General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of January 31, 2000
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
BY-LAWS
OTHER BUSINESS
BY-LAW TO APPROVE ALL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL
ADJOURNMENT
Council Minutes
MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council
held on Monday, January 24, 2000, at
7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers
PRAYER Councillor Schell led the meeting in prayer.
ROLL CALL
January 24, 2000
Present Were: Mayor D. Hamre
Councillor J. Mutton
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor J. Rowe
Councillor J. Schell
Councillor C. Trim
Absent: Councillor Young (due to illness)
Also Present: Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Director, Community Services, J. Caruana (attended until 8:10 p.m.)
Director, Planning and Development, D. Crome (attended until 8:10 p.m.)
Solicitor, D. Hefferon
Treasurer, M. Marano
Director, Public Works, S. Vokes (attended until 8:10 p.m.)
Divisional Fire Chief. G. Weir
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor Schell stated that he would be making a disclosure of
pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence Item I - 1.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Resolution #C-38-00
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on
January 10, 2000, be approved.
"CARRIED"
Council Minutes - 2 - January 24, 2000
PRESENTATION
DELEGATIONS
Resolution #Cv9-00
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the agenda be altered to include Bob Willsher under the
presentation section of the agenda rather than the delegation section.
"CARRIED"
Sandy Archibald, 6275 Liberty Street North, R.R. #5, Bowmanville,
L IC 3K6, addressed Council on behalf of Archibald Orchards and Big
Brothers and, together with a small drama group, advised Council of an
event to be held at .Archibald Orchards on May 13, 2000. Ten wineries
from across Ontario .,re involved and there will be music, food, wine and
wagon rides. Tickets, which sell for $5.00, are available at Big Brothers,
the Tourist Information Centre, the Municipal Administrative Centre and
Archibald Orchards. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Big
Brothers.
Bob Willsher, j ;hurch Street, Newcastle, LIB IC6 addressed Council
on behalf of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area. Mr. Willsher advised that
in early fall, through the support of 15 local business, a logo contest was
launched in an attempt to promote awareness of the nature area. In total,
180 entries were submitted by 154 people. Some of the local schools used
the contest to reinforce outdoor education in their educational programs.
With the help of Terry Hutchinson, Chair, Guy Morey and Mayor Hamre,
Bob Willsher presented the following awards:
Second Place, Children's Category - Megan Cave, Dr. Ross Tilley School
First Place, Children's Category - Natalie Derocher, Dr. Ross Tilley School
Second Place, Adult Category - Nathan Stout, Bowmanville High School
First Place, Adult Category - Grant Benham
Terry Hutchinson and Mayor Hamre unveiled Mr. Benham's winning
logo.
Paul Halminen, 619 Mill Street, Newcastle, L 1 B 1 C 1 advised prior to the
meeting that he would not be in attendance.
Council Minutes -3 - January 24, 2000
DELEGATIONS
Terry Hutchinson, Chair, Samuel Wilmot Nature Area, R.R. #5,
Bowmanville, L 1 C 3K6 provided an update on the activities of the
Committee over the last 6 months. He stated that the 13 members, in
meeting monthly, have reviewed the plan for the area, established the
required subcommittees, appointed a chair and a secretary, completed site
visits, visited the Wilmot Creek Community to answer concerns from area
residents and provided articles for the Clarington Today Newsletter. For
the next six months, the subcommittees have provided plans for the
parking lot on the west side of the nature area to be developed, for
planting and seeding to be done along the boundaries and the bank of the
creek to coincide with Earth Day, to continue to provide articles for the
Clarington Today, to provide site tours of the area in the spring, to post
signage on the trails and hopefully to become involved in the high school
volunteer program and to reach out into the community. Mr. Hutchinson
stated that the Committee is very committed to making the Samuel
Wilmot Nature Area the best natural area around.
Mr. Chown, 37 Tyler Street, Hampton, LOB IJO addressed Council on
behalf of his wife and residents of Mitchell's Corners requesting that street
lights be installed in their neighbourhood. Mr. Chown indicated that
crime has been on the increase in the area and a police officer has
commented that the installation of street lights would be a deterrent for
criminal activities. Two months ago, a Neighbourhood Watch Program
was formed in the area but the addition of the lights would add greatly to
the safety of the residents.
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-40-00
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved
with the exception of Items I -1, I - 5, I - 6, I - 8 and I -11.
"CARRIED"
1-2 Minutes of the Bowmanville Museum Board dated December 8, 1999.
R03.130 (Received for Information)
Council Minutes - 4 - January 24, 2000
COMMUNICATIONS
1-3
James M. Flaherty, Attorney General, Minister Responsible for Native
T02.GE
Affairs, providing us with an update to his August 31, 1999, letter on the
status of the Provincial Offences Act (POA) transfer. This government is
committed to strengthening local justice. The Streamlining of
Administration of Provincial Offences Act moves justice issues that have a
local impact to the control and accountability of local authorities. The
transfer of responsibilities under the POA to municipalities is progressing
well. Currently, there are over 110 municipalities participating in the
POA transfer, as part of a total of 13 municipal POA operations. These
municipal operations are up and running, delivering POA services and
collecting POA -related fine revenue for their communities. Mr. Flaherty
is pleased to tell us that all of the POA demonstration sites are now in
operation and available to assist other municipalities preparing for the
transfer. The ministry continues to receive submissions from
municipalities interested in assuming responsibilities for POA functions.
Ministry staff are working with a number of sites and transfers are
currently scheduled from now unti March 2000. He is encouraging other
municipalities to make their subm: ions at any time. The ministry's next
quarterly review date is March 17. _ 100.
(Received for Information)
1-4
Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee
C06.LA
dated November 16, 1999.
(Received for Information)
1-7
E05.ON
Ontario Power Generation, providing the Municipality with a performance
report card that measures the effectiveness of the Darlington Nuclear
Plant.
(Received for Information)
Council Minutes - 5- January 24, 2000
COMMUNICATIONS
I - 9 The Durham Regional Police Service in conjunction with the Town of
D17. Whitby, OWASCO and Pickering Volkswagen, advising as part of the
Whitby 2000 Millennium activities and in support of Whitby Involved in
Neighbourhood Safety Program (W.I.N.S.), VW Canada, Owasco and
Pickering Volkswagen and the Town of Whitby have donated a 2000
Volkswagen "Bug' to the Whitby Community Police Office. This vehicle
is a fully marked and equipped Durham Regional Police vehicle. The
"W.I.N.S. Wagon" is to be used at community events to promote the
W.I.N.S. Program during the next year. The purpose of the Whitby 2000
Millennium Program is to promote and inspire the positive and
enthusiastic participation of Whitby residents, community organizations
and groups, in recognizing and celebrating the Year 2000 and the new
millennium. The goal is to build community-based activities, events and
lasting legacy programs during the year 2000.
(Received for Information)
1- 10 Denis Kelly, Regional Clerk, The Regional Municipal of York,
D02.OA forwarding, for our information, Clause 5 of Report No. 13 of the
Regional Planning Committee, regarding the Oak Ridges Moraine -
Towards a Long -Term Strategy, which includes a reference to various
communications and deputations which were made before their Planning
Committee on December 1, 1999.
(Received for Information)
1- 12 The Awards Committee, Recycling Council of Ontario,
M02.GE 489 College Street, Suite 504, Toronto, M6G 1A5, calling for nominations
for the 1999 Ontario Waste Minimization Awards. RCO is proud to
announce the 1999 Ontario Waste Minimization Awards program.
Recognizing businesses, municipal governments, organizations and
individuals, the 16`h annual presentation of these awards will take place on
Monday, April 17, 2000 at the Markham Theatre. To promote
environmental sustainability and stewardship beyond just reducing
garbage, RCO has created new award categories in 1999 and broadened its
nomination criteria to recognize outstanding environmental management
systems and individual efforts. The winners and finalists of RCO Waste
Minimization Awards are society's leaders, the people and organizations
that are setting the environmental standards of the future.
(Received for Information)
Council Minutes - 6 - January 24, 2000
COMMUNICATIONS
I - 13 Ian D. Macnab, General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer, Kawartha
AO LKA Conservation, reporting that the decision on the appeal of the 1999
Kawartha Conservation budget has been received. The Deputy
Commissioner, Ms. Dianne Sutter, supported the position of Kawartha
Conservation.
(Received for Information)
I - 14 Leonie Smith, Fundraising Assistant, Alzheimer Society, requesting that
M02.GE the Municipality of Clarington, organize, amongst our colleagues a coin
drive on their behalf. Throughout the year, Alzheimer Durham will be
focussing on a new audience - baby boomers. For years they have been
educating the public regarding the projected three -fold increase in
Alzheimer Disease and related dementia cases. For the year 2000 and
beyond, they will be working hard to inform baby boomers, who will
make up the lions share of this projected increase, about Alzheimer
Disease and soliciting their support. The monetary and other types of
support that they gain from this segment of the population now can reduce
the impact of Alzheimer Disease in their lives and the lives of their aging
parents in the future. Beginning this month they will be launching the
Millenium Coin Drive. Their goal is simple: to raise 2000 of each coin
denomination for a total of $6,820.
(Received for Information)
I - 1 Minutes of the Blue Circle Cement Community Relations Committee
dated November 15, 1999.
Blue Circle
Cement Minutes Councillor Schell stated a disclosure of pecuniary interest with respect to
C06.131, Correspondence Item I - I and refrained from voting and discussion on the
subject matter. Councillor Schell indicated that the correspondence relates
directly to his employer Blue Circle Canada Inc.
Resolution #C-41-00
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 1 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Council Minutes - 7 - January 24, 2000
COMMUNICATIONS
I - 5 The Visual Arts Centre of Clarington, P.O. Box 52, 143 Simpson Avenue,
Bowmanville, L 1 C 3K8, advising that rubber, cement, metal and fabric are
Visual Arts used both thematically and in actuality to create four new works of art to
Centre Artists issue in the new millennium. The artists, Jane Eccles, Ron Eccles,
M06.GE Steve Frank and Heather Rigby have been working with members of our
business and industrial community, who have provided both materials and
financial support. The project will celebrate a connectedness, where
support from the community not only assists individual artists but builds
alliances and mechanisms between art and industry at a material,
psychological and philosophical level.
Resolution #C-42-00
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 5 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
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Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, issuing a warning to parents -
that skating is not encouraged on creeks and ponds in CLOCA
CLOCA
Conservation Areas. The ice is not suitable for skating because there may
Warning
be dangerous thin sections especially on slow moving creeks and areas of
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marshes. The Authority has posted signs in the Conservation Areas that
skating is not allowed to protect the public from these hazards.
Resolution #C-43-00
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 6 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Council Minutes - 8 - January 24, 2000
COMMUNICATIONS
1 - 8 Willie Woo, 20 Foster Creek Drive, Newcastle, L 1 B 1 G2, advising
Council of the activities that were held on January 1, 2000. As we began
Polar Bear Swim the Millennium, January 151, 2000, Clarington was the place to be and in
M02.GE particular Newcastle Beach as the I" Annual Clarington Polar Bear Swim
was held. An estimated crowd of over 400 people came from such
destinations as Whitby, Oshawa and all corners of the Municipality of
Clarington to participate or cheer on the 22 brave souls who took the
Baptism of the Millennium or icy plunge into Lake Ontario. While this is
suppose to be a fun event, there are inherent risks and dangers swimming
in water at a bone chilling 36 degree Fahrenheit. He would like to express
his sincere gratitude to the members of Clarington Firehall Station #2 led
by District Chief Alf Alldread and the members of the City of Oshawa
Marine Rescue Association led by Captain Rob Platt, who volunteered
their time to ensure that in the event of an emergency, the situation would
be capably handled. Fortunately, everything went off without a hitch.
Everyone had fun and the dippers will have lots to talk about and
memories to cherish about how they brought in the New Year. The
Clarington East Food Bank was the recipient of the overwhelming
generosity by the attendees. Mr. Woo, also would like to promote the idea
of organ donation and donor cards were available to those who wish to
"Give the Gift of Life."
Resolution #C-44-00
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 8 be referred to the end of the agenda to be
discussed during a "closed" session of Council regarding a legal matter.
"CARRIED"
Council Minutes - 9 - January 24, 2000
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-45-00
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - i l be received;
THAT the Council of the Municipality of Clarington endorse the position of
the Township of Scugog with respect to the closure of the Agricultural Field
Office in Port Perry; and
THAT all M.P.P.s of Durham Region be advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-46-00
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda with the
exception of Items D - 4, D - 7 and D - 8.
"CARRIED"
Earl S. Cuddie, Administrator -Clerk, Township of Scugog, regarding the
Closure
closure of Agriculture Field Office in Port Perry. The local office in Port
of
Perry has been instrumental in ensuring that the agricultural community
Agricultural
and the residential/commercial part of the municipality co -exist. The local
Field Office
field office provides consultation and advice to the municipality through
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the planning process which allows the municipality to focus on liveable
and efficient communities while protecting the farming community. Port
Perry is in a very unique position, in that it is located on the east side of
the GTA and is able to provide a substantial service are for the field office
to operate. There is increasing pressures on local Council for
residential/recreational development. These pressures have always been
addressed with sound strategic advice to recognize the farming community
in partnership with the municipality through the field office staff.
Mr. Cuddie is urging the Honourable Ernie Hardeman to reconsider his
decision and reinstate this fundamental service to the agricultural
community in Port Perry.
Resolution #C-45-00
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - i l be received;
THAT the Council of the Municipality of Clarington endorse the position of
the Township of Scugog with respect to the closure of the Agricultural Field
Office in Port Perry; and
THAT all M.P.P.s of Durham Region be advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-46-00
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda with the
exception of Items D - 4, D - 7 and D - 8.
"CARRIED"
Council Minutes - 10- January 24, 2000
COMMUNICATIONS
D - 1 Elly Macmaster, Community Relations, Big Brothers of Clarington,
M03.GE 23 Scugog Street, Bowmanville, LIC 3H7, requesting that the week of
February 18 - 26, 2000, be proclaimed "Bowl for Millions Week". They
also are requesting to fly the Big Brothers flag at the Municipal Centre in
Bowmanville during this campaign. If Council permits, a convenient time
to hold the flag raising ceremony would be Monday, January 31, 2000, at
9:00 a.m. This would allow time for the media to publicize "Bowl for
Millions Week" well in advance. (Big Brothers of Clarington is holding
their annual "Bowl for Millions" fundraising campaign during this week).
(Proclaimed and permission granted to fly
the flag at the Municipal Administrative
Centre)
D-2 Lisa McCoy, Area Manager, Durham East, Heart and Stoke Foundation of
M03.GE Ontario, requesting the month of February, be proclaimed Heart and
Stroke Month. They are also wondering if Mayor Harare would be willing
to conduct an official flag -raising ceremony during the first week of
February. If possible, they would like to request that this take place on
either the first or second day in February.
(Proclaimed and permission granted to fly
the flag at the Municipal Administrative
Centre)
D - 3 Residents of Tyler Street, Mitchell's Corners, requesting that their ditches
T05.RO and roads be repaired. Tyler Street is a top coat of asphalt on gravel which
was done approximately 25 years ago. Every spring there is a sweeper
machine sent to their street and all this accomplishes is to dig up loose
asphalt and spray it on their yards. This past Fall, a crew was sent out and
dug up some ditches. This was not done properly and there was no grass
placed and seed planted too late and not evenly. Several residents
contacted the municipality with their concerns over the poor job and they
feel misuse of their tax dollars. They understand that their road was slated
for repairs approximately 10 years ago but it was decided to build a proper
road for Ross McMaster, a farmer who was using their street with his farm
equipment. They are still waiting 10 years later and would like this
problem addressed. They would also like to bring the municipality's
attention to Bradley Street and the repairs there. This is a street with the
culverts buried and a proper street. They do not want their ditches dug
any more.
(Correspondence referred to the Director of
Public Works)
Council Minutes - 11 - January 24, 2000
COMMUNICATIONS
D-5
Pamela Quirk, Coordinator, Fund Raising Events, Super Cities WALK for
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MS, asking permission to hold the 2"d annual 2000 Bowmanville Super
Cities WALK for MS in the Town of Bowmanville on Sunday,
April 16, 2000. The Super Cities WALK for MS is a one day major fund
raising event involving 105 cities across Canada. The funds raised help
provide services for those in Bowmanville living with multiple sclerosis,
as well as fund research initiatives into the cause and cure of the disease.
Multiple sclerosis is the most common disease of the central nervous
system affecting young Canadians today. The Bowmanville WALK is
scheduled to begin on April 16`h at 8:00 a.m. and finish by 3:00 p.m. All
routes will begin and end at the Bowmanville High School. All
participants will be using sidewalks and will obey all traffic laws.
(Approved provided the applicants apply for
and obtain a road occupancy permit from the
Public Works Department)
D-6
Chris Tysiaczny, Senior Consultant, Information Manager and Economics,
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Inc., 212 King Street West, Suite 500, Toronto, M5H 1K5, regarding a
study that they are conducting on behalf of the Government of Ontario.
They have been asked to develop a comprehensive inventory of
Information Highway Projects being developed and implemented by local
communities, not-for-profit organizations, the education sector, health
institutions and research and development communities within the public
sector. For the purposes of this study, "Information Highway Project"
refers to the innovative use of information and telecommunications tools
and infrastructure to collect, use and share information, support local
economic development, deliver public services, or engage in research and
development activities. They are very interested in ensuring that our
organization has an opportunity to report any information highway
initiatives in which we may currently be engaged. Mr. Tysiaczny would
appreciate it if we could provide him with a contact person that can assist
them in this study.
(Correspondence referred to the Chief
Administrative Officer)
D-4
Residents of Mitchell's Corners, requesting the installation of street lights.
Their Neighbourhood Watch believes that the street lights would be an
Street Lights
obvious deterrent to the numerous break ins and thefts in their community.
at Mitchell's
They also have an increase of traffic and with the narrow road with ditches
Corners
makes it hard for vehicles to see their walkers. They are also aware, as
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promised by Councillor Jane Rowe, that they will not incur a tax increase
due to the installation of the street lights and their municipality will issue
the funds for the project.
Council Minutes - 12 - January 24, 2000
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-47-00
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Correspondence Item D - 4 be received;
THAT the correspondence be referred to the Director of Public Works for
appropriate action; and
THAT Mr. Chown be advised of Council's decision
"CARRIED"
D- 7 Association of Municipalities, forwarding correspondence from Judy A.
Kay, Clerk -Treasurer, Township of Colborne, R.R. #5, Goderich, advising
Manure Spills that the Township of Colborne passed the following resolution:
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"THAT, in light of the numerous and increasing number of manure
spills, the Council of the Township of Colborne hereby petitions
the Government to take action and bring into effect an enforcement
act similar but not limited to that of the Petroleum Handling Act
according to which authority is provided that in addition to the
Owner being held responsible, such person(s) and/or companies
acting in the capacity of Handler, Custom Operator, Contractors,
etc. would be held responsible and liable for any such actions and
that any/all spills would require to be reported and dealt with
immediately as to prohibit the pollution of beaches, wells and/or
any other forms of waterways and further than the Government
allocate sufficient funding to ensure that the effective enforcement
of any such legislation is carried out and further that this resolution
be circulated to all municipalities in Ontario for support."
Resolution #C-48-00
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Correspondence Item I - 7 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Council Minutes - 13 - January 24, 2000
COMMUNICATIONS
D - 8
Hazel McCallion, Mayor, City of Mississauga, advising that she has
received some information from Ottawa that the budget which is coming
Funding for
down from the Federal Government is going to deal with highways but
Highways and
that transit may not get the priority that it should. Mayor McCallion is
Transit
recommending that we contact our local MPs and emphasize that there is
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an urgent need for transit in the GTA and that we want it addressed in the
budget. The pressure for the priority being given to highways is coming
from the western mayors, especially considering Vancouver receives
revenue from the fuel tax and so do the cities in Alberta. Alberta
municipalities are receiving 3 cents per litre and this will increase to
5 cents per litre. Therefore the western Mayors are really pushing the
Federal Government to give the major share of funding to highways. It is
urgent that we bring pressure to bear on our MPs to make sure that transit
is given equal treatment in whatever funding is allocated by the Federal
Government for transportation.
Resolution #C-49-00
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Correspondence Item D - 8 be received; and
THAT the Council of the Municipality of Clarington encourage the
Federal and Provincial Governments to re-establish funding support for
transportation needs in Ontario, including both highways and transit.
"CARRIED"
NOTICE OF MOTION
REPORTS
Report #1 Resolution #C-50-00
G.P.A. Report Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Rowe
January 17, 2000
THAT the actions taken by the General Purpose and Administration
Committee on January 17, 2000, be approved with the exception of
Item 5.
"CARRIED"
Council Minutes - 14 - January 24, 2000
REPORTS
Item #5 Resolution #C-51-00
Land Division
Application Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Rowe
Halminen
D10. THAT Report PD -006-00 be received;
THAT the decision of the Land Division Committee with respect to
Application LD 255/99 be appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and
the Municipality's solicitor be authorized to attend the hearing to appeal
the Land Division Committee's decision;
THAT the Director of Planning and Development be requested to enter
into discussions with the applicant in an attempt to seek an agreement not
to proceed to an Ontario Municipal Board hearing until such time as
Neighbourhood Design Plan has been submitted in June 2000; and
THAT the Secretary -Treasurer of the Durham Land Division Committee,
the Durham Region Planning Department and all interested parties listed
in Report PD -006-00 and any delegations be advised of Council's
decision. i
"CARRIED AS AMENDED
LATER IN THE MEETING"
(SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION)
Resolution #C-52-00
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the foregoing resolution be amended in the third paragraph by deleting
the words "until such time as Neighbourhood Design Plan has been submitted
in June 2000" and replacing them with the words "no sooner than April 15,
2000" such that the recommendation now reads:
"THAT the Director of Planning and Development be requested to
enter into discussions with the applicant in an attempt to seek an
agreement not to proceed to an Ontario Municipal Board hearing no
sooner than April 15, 2000."
"CARRIED"
The foregoing Resolution #C-51-00 was then put to a vote and "CARRIED
AS AMENDED."
Council Minutes - 15 - January 24, 2000
REPORTS
Report #2 Resolution 9C-53-00
Durham Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Trim
Municipal
Insurance Pool THAT Report TR -06-00 be approved;
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THAT the By-law (Schedule "A") attached to Report TR -06-00,
authorizing the execution of the Subscribers Agreement and Indemnity
Agreement which contain the terms and conditions of an insurance
pooling arrangement, as agreed upon by the Treasurers of the Municipality
of Clarington, the Towns of Whitby and Ajax, the Townships of Brock,
Scugog and Uxbridge and the Region of Durham, be approved;
THAT the Mayor and Municipal Clerk be authorized to sign the final
agreements, substantially in the form attached to the By-law;
THAT the By-law (Schedule `B") attached to Report TR -06-00
appointing the Treasurer as the Municipality of Clarington's representative
on the Board of Directors of the Insurance Pool and the Deputy Treasurer
as the alternate be approved; and
THAT the Frank Cowan Company Limited be notified of Council's
decision.
"CARRIED"
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-54-00
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Sandy Archibald and the drama group be thanked for their
entertaining presentation and that Council extend their wishes for much
success with the upcoming event on May 13, 2000.
"CARRIED"
Council Minutes
16- January 24, 2000
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
BY-LAWS
Resolution #C-55-00
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT Terry Hutchinson, Bob Willsher and members of the Samuel
Wilmot Nature Area be thanked, with appreciation, for their presentation.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-56-00
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the meeting be "closed" for the purpose of discussing a legal
matter.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-57-00
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT leave be granted to introduce the following by-laws and that the
said by-laws be now read a first and second time:
2000-07 being a by-law to appoint a By-law Enforcement Officer
2000-08 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and
Robert Edgar, Newcastle, Ontario, to enter into an
agreement for the sale of 2727 Morgans Road, Newcastle,
Ontario
2000-09 being a by-law to execute an agreement between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Towns
of Whitby and Ajax, Townships of Brock. Scugog and
Uxbridge and the Region of Durham to enter into a
Subscriber's Agreement and Indemnity Agreement for the
provision of Municipal Insurance Coverage
Council Minutes - 17- January 24. 2000
BY-LAWS
2000-10 being a by-law to appoint representatives for the
Municipality of Clarington on the Board of Directors for
Durham Municipal Insurance Pool
2000-11 being a by-law to amend By-law 97-6, a by-law to require
the payment of fees for information and services provided
by the Municipality of Clarington and for prescribing the
amount of such fees
2000-12 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of
Newcastle
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-58-00
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2000-07 to 2000-12,
inclusive be approved.
"CARRIED"
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-59-00
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 8 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Councillor Schell stated a pecuniary interest earlier in the meeting and
refrained from discussion and voting on the confirming by-law.
Council Minutes - 18- January 24. 2000
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-60-00
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2000-13 being a by-law to
confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington
at this meeting held on the 24th day of January 2000, and that the said
by-law be now read a first and second time.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-61-00
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2000-13 be approved.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-62-00
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:37 p.m.
"CARRIED"
MAYOR
MUNICIPAL CLERK
SUMMARY OF CORRESPONDENCE
FEBRUARY 7, 2000
CORRESPONDENCE FOR INFORMATION
I - 1 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated
January 18, 2000. (A copy of the minutes is attached to the Summary of
Correspondence.)
(Receive for Information)
I — 2 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated January 20, 2000.
(A copy of the minutes is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.)
(Receive for Information)
I — 3 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated November 15, 1999. (A
copy of the minutes is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.)
(Receive for Information)
I — 4 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated
December 16, 1999. (A copy of the minutes is attached to the Summary of
Correspondence.)
(Receive for Information)
1- 5 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT as a result of the overwhelming mandate given to us by the
citizens of our city in the 1996 referendum and in the 1997 municipal
election, the Council of the City of Oshawa continues to oppose Oshawa's
involvement in any amalgamation, political or administrative, with the
City of Toronto or with any other body dominated by the City of Toronto;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
(Receive for Information)
Summary of Correspondence - 2 - February 7, 2000
1-6 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa endorses the draft position of
the Region of Durham to strike a committee, comprised of the Regional
Chair and the eight Mayors of the area municipalities, to review the
Region's involvement with the Greater Toronto Services Board and that
the Council agrees to consult with the Regional Municipality as it
develops a position on GTSB reform;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's, the Greater Toronto Services
Board, all other GTA municipalities and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
(Receive for Information)
I - 7 Michael Power, AMO President, advising of registration for the 2000 AMO
Annual Conference. After the tremendous success of the 1999 AMO Annual
Conference, they have been overwhelmed with requests to register for the 2000
AMO Annual Conference. As a result, they are already providing us with the
opportunity to register and realize substantial savings. By registering early,
before the Early Bird deadline, AMO members can save more than 30% over the
on site fee. To mark the new millennium, the AMO Annual Conference is being
held in the nation's capital from August 13 - 16, 2000. As our host, Ottawa has
pledged to make this conference a truly memorable event. As local government
officials, we all face considerable challenges. Over a dozen practical workshops
will be offered that will ensure that we receive critical and timely solutions to
these challenges. As well, AMO will be inviting senior Cabinet and provincial
government officials to answer our questions and hear our concerns.
(Receive for Information)
1 - 8 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa establishes a Special Sub -
Committee of the Strategic Initiatives Committee called the Governance
Review Committee, comprised of all members of City Council, to:
(a) liaise with the Region of Durham, the Area Municipalities, the
GTSB and the Province of Ontario on governance issues that could
impact upon the City of Oshawa and its residents,
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(b) investigate and develop governance positions for the consideration
of the Council of the City of Oshawa,
AND FURTHER, that Council Iry Harrell is appointed Chair of the
Governance Review Committee and Councillor Robert Boychyn is
appointed Vice -Chair;
AND FURTHER THAT City Manager, John Brown, is directed to provide
administrative support to the Governance Review Committee;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's, the Greater Toronto Services
Board, all other GTA municipalities, and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
(Receive for Information)
I — 9 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"WHEREAS our participation on the Greater Toronto Services Board is
fundamentally in opposition to the expressed will of the citizens of our
City;
AND WHEREAS in its current configuration, the GTSB facilitates the
domination of smaller municipalities, including Oshawa, by the City of
Toronto and the larger municipalities on the GTSB;
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa continues to
oppose our forced participation in the current Greater Toronto Services
Board;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
(Receive for Information)
Summary of Correspondence - 4 -
February 7, 2000
I - 10 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa endorses the draft position of
the Region of Durham that supports the retention of a modified two tier
system of Regional Government, with the slimmed down Regional
Government acting as an agent of the lower tier;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
(Receive for Information)
I - 11 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT, in recognition of the Province's direction in pursuing the
reduction in the number of municipalities, the Council of the City of
Oshawa endorses the draft position of the Region of Durham that supports
and encourages potential amalgamations or governance reform processes;
AND THAT Council further agrees to actively work with the Region and
our neighbouring municipalities to develop an action plan by
June 30, 2000, and to work towards a final report by no later than
June 30, 2001;
AND THAT full public consultation be held;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
(Receive for Information)
I - 12 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT in order to facilitate consultation between the Region of Durham
and its member municipalities, the Council of the City of Oshawa agrees
to:
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endorse the proposed Public Works Who Does What
review, and directs our staff to continue to work with the
staff of the Region and area municipalities to prepare a
comprehensive report to be tabled at the Regional Council
and at the Councils of the area municipalities by
May 31, 2000;
2. review its participation in the Durham Insurance Pool and
forward its position to the Regional Council by no later
than March 31, 2000;
3. work with the Region and area municipalities to facilitate
the completion of the Provincial Offences Act review
process by no later than April 1, 2000, in order to meet a
target implementation date of April 1, 2001;
4. work with the Region and area municipalities to strengthen
the Area Municipal Fire Services by directing our staff to
investigate, prioritise and report on the following items:
- development of a joint emergency medical services
training program
- joint purchase of fire flashover simulation
equipment ;- -- -
- development of automatic aid response programs
- participation in Regional co-operative purchasing
group
- joint fire communications resource centre
- development of a Regional arson investigation task
force
joint purchase of aerial apparatus with the York
Region co-operative purchasing group
any other services that be similarly beneficial across
area municipal boundaries.
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of
Ontario, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the
Leaders of the two Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality
of Durham and its member municipalities, all Durham MPP's and
MP's and to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario."
(Receive for Information)
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1- 13 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa endorses the draft position of
the Region of Durham that indicates that the Region will review the issue
of the number of politicians in Durham Region after the receipt of the
local government studies and their outcomes; and,
FURTHER, the Council endorses the draft position that the issue of direct
or indirect election of the Regional Chair is to be reviewed at the same
time as the number of politicians;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
(Receive for Information)
I - 14 Thomas W. Flood, Co -Chair, Ontario Summer Games 2000, c/o Town of Ajax,
providing a copy of the second issue of the Ontario Summer Games 2000
newsletter. Through this, it is the desire of the Games Organizing Committee to
keep all regional and local municipal Councils informed as to how things are
evolving.
(Receive for Information)
1- 15 Axel P. Starck, Executive Vice President Distribution, Veridian Connections,
acknowledging our letter of January 5, 2000, regarding Veridian Connection's
policy on development costs. John Wiersma, President and CEO of their parent
company Veridian Corporation has met and continues to participate with
representatives of Durham UDI and the Durham Home Builders Group to explain
their position on and their goals for this issue.
(Receive for Information)
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1- 16 The Honourable Paul Martin, Minister of Finance, thanking the Municipality for
the letter in support of a resolution by the Regional Municipality of Durham
regarding income tax legislation relating to film production in Canada. The
Durham Resolution recommends the elimination of provisions in the Income Tax
Act that require foreign actors working on Canadian productions to pay income
tax on the full amount of their earnings in Canada. The resolution also
recommends that the Film or Video Production Services Tax Credit (FVPSTC)
remain unchanged. The FVPSTC generally supports foreign producers. In 1999,
a private -sector film advisory group recommended to the Minister of Canadian
Heritage, the Honourable Sheila Copps, that the FVPSTC be made available only
to Canadian producers. While the group's recommendations do not represent
government policy, its recommendations and advice are sought and seriously
considered by the government. He understands that the Department of Canadian
Heritage is continuing to consider the report of the advisory group. Regarding the
issue of the payment of tax by non-resident actors, he would like to mention that
income taxes paid in Canada by non-residents can generally be credited against
their tax liability in their country of residence. For U.S. residents, for instance, a
foreign tax credit against U.S. federal taxes almost completely offsets Canadian
taxes. That is, the imposition of tax by Canada will simply re -direct tax from the
U.S. government to the Canadian government. This relief is provided for in the
Canada -U.S. Income Tax Convention. In the case of state taxes, however,
California and some other U.S. states have not adopted the Canada -U.S. Income
Tax Convention agreed to by the U.S. federal government. Consequently, there
may be a slight overlap of taxation for residents of those states. This state tax
issue is currently under review by the Film Industry Advisory Committee of the
Canada Customs and Revenue Agency (CCRA). The advisory committee is
reviewing the concerns expressed by the film industry as a result of the CCRA's
compliance initiative requiring all non-resident actors to file income tax returns in
accordance with Canadian law.
(Receive for Information)
I - 17 L.J. Mikulich, City Clerk, Clerk's Division, Legal Services Department, City of
Brampton, 2 Wellington Street West, Brampton, L6Y 4R2, advising that the City
of Brampton passed the following resolution on January 17, 2000:
"WHEREAS it is known that Brampton was first settled some 180 or more
years ago; and
WHEREAS Brampton was incorporated as a village in 1853; and
WHEREAS Brampton was established as the County Seat; and
WHEREAS Brampton was incorporated as a town in 1873; and
WHEREAS Brampton became a City in 1974; and
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WHEREAS Brampton has a long and rich history of community and
growth; and
WHERAS the City of Brampton continues to experience growth and will
soon be the third largest city in Ontario; and
WHEREAS Brampton is a unique diverse community with a population of
over 300,000 that is expected to double in the next twenty years; and
WHEREAS the Provincial Government has given strong indication by
recent action in other communities that government restructuring and the
amalgamation of municipalities are possibilities that exist in the future of
the 905 Area within the Greater Toronto Area including the Region of
Peel and the City of Brampton; and
WHEREAS Brampton wants to ensure that any restructuring of local
government has a positive benefit to its constituents and that those
constituents have a voice in their future; and
WHEREAS such restructuring has resulted in the creation of
municipalities with single tiered governments; and
WHEREAS the Provincial Government has given other indications that
Municipalities, such as Brampton, have an opportunity to put forward or
to take some steps on their own to restructure government; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council for the City of Brampton formally
notify the Provincial Government by correspondence of our desire and
intention to continue to exist as an independent, self governing
Municipality as either a two-tier format or as a one -tier city; and further
THAT the City of Brampton Council will immediately embark on a plan
that will:
- downsize government by 2003
- explore single tier versus two tier governance models
- include community consultation with the residential and business
community, local Provincial Members of Parliament, the Town of
Caledon and the Region of Peel
- address realigning ward boundaries
- consider financial implications on assessment and tax payers
- respect its position in the Greater Toronto Area; and
FURTHER, that a Committee of Council be established for the above -
noted purposes; and
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THAT this recommendation be circulated to the Region of Durham, City
of Oshawa, Municipality of Clarington, Town of Ajax, Town of Pickering,
Town of Whitby, Township of Brock, Township of Scugog, Township of
Uxbridge, Region of Halton, City of Burlington, Town of Halton Hills,
Town of Milton, Town of Oakville, Region of York, City of Vaughan,
Town of Aurora, Town of Markham, Town of Georgina, Town of
Richmond Hill, Town of VAhitchurch-Stouffville, Town of East
Gwillimbury, Town of Newmarket, Township of King, City of
Mississauga, Town of Caledon and the Region of Peel."
(Receive for Information)
I - 18 Tim M. Jones, Mayor, Town of Aurora, advising that the Council of the Town of
Aurora on January 11, 2000, passed the following resolution:
"WHEREAS the Town of Aurora recognized in the mid 1990's that the
demands on growth were so great that it undertook a growth management
study, which had the effect of temporarily freezing new development
while the study was being conducted;
AND WHEREAS the Town has already established a precedence on a
freeze in development through this process;
AND WHEREAS the Town has continued to receive applications for
development on the Oak Ridges Moraine and considers the timeliness of
this issue crucial;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Aurora advises the
Region of York that it will not support the Region's Oak Ridges Moraine
Strategy review unless the following conditions are implemented as part of
the review:
that a freeze be implemented immediately for any development on
the Oak Ridges Moraine;
2. that no grandfathering of development applications be considered
until the long term strategy is completed;
3. that the Region request the Minister of Municipal Affairs and
Housing to implement a Minister's Order thereby ensuring that no
development applications are approved during the study;
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AND FURTHER THAT a copy of this resolution be circulated to the
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and the Minister of
Environment, and the Mayors of the municipalities within York, Peel and
Durham Regions."
(Receive for Information)
1- 19 Associations of Municipalities of Ontario, advising that the Federal government's
Standing Committee on Finance has recommended the creation of a long term
infrastructure program in partnership with the Provinces and Municipalities. (A
copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.)
(Receive for Information)
I - 20 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the
Region of Durham on January 26, 2000, passed the following recommendations:
"a) THAT an Interim 2000 Regional Tax Levy be imposed on the
Area Municipalities for all property tax classes;
b) THAT the amount due from each Area Municipality by equivalent
to 50% of their respective share of the 1999 Regional Taxes;
C) THAT the Interim 2000 Regional Tax Levy be paid by the Area
Municipalities in two installments, fourteen days subsequent to the
two installment due dates established by each Area Municipality
for the collection of their respective interim municipal property
taxes;
d) THAT the Regional Clerk be requested to advise the Area
Municipalities of the imposition of the Interim 2000 Regional Tax
levy for all property tax classes; and
e) THAT the requisite by-law be approved."
(Receive for Information)
1-21 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the
Region of Durham on January 26, 2000, passed the following recommendation
regarding confirmation of the Region's AAA Credit Rating by Moody's Investors
Services:
"a) THAT Report #2000-F-02 from R.J. Clapp, Commissioner of
Finance, be received for information; and
b) THAT a copy of Report #2000-F-02 of the Commissioner of
Finance be forwarded to Area Municipalities and School Boards.
(Receive for Information)
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February 7, 2000
1-22 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Region of
Durham on January 26, 2000, passed the following resolution regarding the Race
Relations Committee:
"a) THAT Report #1999-A-59 of the Chief Administrative Officer be
received for information; and
b) THAT a copy of this report be sent to the Area Municipalities,
existing Race Relations Committees, School Boards, and
Mr. Roland Rutland."
(Receive for Information)
1-23 Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee dated
January 18, 2000. (A copy of the minutes is attached to the Summary of
Correspondence.)
(Receive for Information)
1-24 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the
Region of Durham on January 26, 2000, passed the following resolution regarding
Status Report - Highway 401 Improvements:
"a) THAT Joint Report #2000-J-1 of the Commissioners of Planning,
Works and Finance be received for information and a copy of this
report be forwarded to all municipalities within the Region; and
b) THAT a detailed financing strategy for the Highway 401
improvements and related Regional road work be included in the
2000 Regional Road Servicing and Financing Study."
(Receive for Information)
1-25 Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, regarding a "Made in Durham Solution"
before the Province takes action and imposes one. Regional Councillors
unanimously adopted eight resolutions outlining restructuring plans from their
recent retreat. Although a good start, local municipal Councils, without being
given a clear direction or process will now be asked to endorse these resolutions.
The recommendations do not outline or define what is meant by a modified 2 -tier
system, a slimmed -down Region, nor does it detail what is meant by "acting as an
agent of the lower tier". The recommendations also encourage municipalities to
amalgamate but did not offer up the elimination of Regional Government as an
option. The Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce has strongly advocated that
government must be more cost effective, efficient and accountable to the people.
One stop shopping for government services is important to both business and
citizens. This process should only be looked upon as a first step to achieving
I -tier governance.
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February 7, 2000
The Chamber recognizes that all councillors in all municipalities must make
difficult decisions but they believe it is very important that the elected officials
consider all the available options, for the taxpayers must live with those decisions.
They encourage us to look beyond our municipal or regional borders. Now is the
time to map out the long-term future for our communities. The Chamber is
concerned that none of the resolutions considered the elimination of Regional
Government. They have advocated that in any review of region wide governance
the elimination of the Upper Tier "Regional Government" must be considered.
Without it being considered, elected officials are not giving their constituents all
the options. All municipalities must look at regional services, community
demographics, census market areas, transportation infrastructure, common issues
and common services with the purpose of creating more efficiency and
eliminating duplication.
(Receive for Information)
1-26 Ontario Power Generation, 700 University Avenue, Toronto, M5G 1X6, advising
Council of the gamma ray survey results. An airborne survey of gamma radiation
sources near the Pickering and Darlington nuclear generating stations has found
no unexpected sources of man-made gamma radiation beyond the stations'
boundaries. The survey, carried out in October 1999, showed natural sources of
gamma radiation from potassium, uranium and thorium were prevalent across the
survey grid, which extended 10 kilometres beyond the boundaries of the two
stations. However, they were within the normal values for Ontario, as reported by
the Geological Survey of Canada. As expected, man-made sources of cesium -
136, cobalt -60 and nitrogen -16 were recorded within the stations. Man-made
sources of cesium -137 detected outside the stations were attributed to fallout from
atomic weapons testing in the 1950s and `60s, and were typical of those found
around the world at the same latitudes. Gamma rays can only travel from 10 to 20
cm through rock or soil before they are significantly reduced in intensity. As a
result, roads, parking lots and buildings, as well as trees reduce the intensity level
and this effect shows up prominently on the radioactivity maps. For example,
Highway 401 and other roads showed up as a strip of low radioactivity across
most of the survey area. The findings at the two nuclear stations were:
Nitrogen -16 was detected directly over the operating units at each station,
and is due to normal operations.
Cobalt -60 was detected at six locations within the Pickering plant
boundary, as well as Cesium -137 in at least one of these sites. These
sources of radiation were known to Ontario Power Generation prior to the
survey, and were either located in storage facilities or the result of normal
plant operations.
Apart from the Nitrogen -16, Cobalt -60 and Cesium -137 detected within
the boundaries of the two plants, and the weapons fallout, no other man-
made sources of gamma radiation were detected within the survey area.
(Receive for Information)
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February 7, 2000
1-27 Joel Sloggett, Manager of Planning, Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and
Clarington Catholic District School Board and Paul Brace, Manager of Planning
Services, Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, regarding Education
Development Charges. The Peterborough Victoria Northumberland Clarington
Catholic District School Board and the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School
Board have engaged a consultant to complete an Education Development Charge
study in preparation for the implementation of an E.D.C. by-law. The draft study
has been completed and presented to the K.P.R. Board on Thursday, January 20,
2000, and to the P.V.N.C. Board on Tuesday, January 25, 2000. Under the
E.D.C. legislation, municipalities are required to collect the education
development charge on behalf of the Boards and remit to the Boards. We are
cordially invited to a meeting jointly sponsored by the two boards, where
information and data from the study will be shared. A representative from the
Urban Analysis Group (the Boards' consultant) will be present to answer
questions and hear our comments. The meeting will be held on Tuesday,
February 8, 2000, in the General Meeting Room on the lower level of the K.P.R.
Education Centre at 1:00 p.m.
(Receive for Information)
CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
D - I Alice Johnson, Volunteer Chair, PITCH -IN ONTARIO, c/o National Office, Box
45011, Ocean Park, R.P.O., White Rock, B.C., V4A 9L1, advising Council that
Pitch -In Canada Week is a well-known project among volunteers in their
community. They are inviting us, as well as schools, youth and service groups,
the media and many others to join in for the first Pitch -In Canada Week of the
new millenium, dubbed "The First Clean Up of the Century!" and taking place
May I - 7, 2000. It's easy to participate. The municipality can either appoint a
local coordinator to help volunteers in our community identify and spearhead
local clean-up and beautification projects or we can support their voluntary efforts
by offering assistance with, and access to free, waste disposal. Many Councils
also offer local recognition to Pitch -In volunteers.
(Motion to refer correspondence to the
Public Works Department)
D-2 Bev Azevedo, 132 Tumberry Crescent, Courtice, LIE IB2, requesting permission
to organize a l Ok run/walk fund raiser for Epilepsy research on Sunday,
June 4, 2000. Ms. Azevedo has mapped out a proposed course with room for
change if necessary and will be sending a copy to the roads department for
possible closures along with any other important information that would be
required. She has been in touch with Debbie Tuckwell of the Durham Epileptic
Society and she feels there will be no problem with the million dollar liability
insurance coverage for the race. She is also requesting that they have the use of
the Courtice Complex where the race would have the start and finish line.
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Most importantly it would be a convenient place for the runners and walkers so
they may have use of parking, washrooms and access to water. They are also
aware that the general public must also have access to the Complex.
(Motion to approve request provided the
organizers apply for and obtain a Road
Occupancy Permit from the Public Works
Department and to refer the correspondence
to the Community Services Department to
address the request to use the Courtice
Complex)
D - 3 Nestor Chornobay, Director, Strategic Planning, Region of Durham, advising that
the Region of Durham on December 9, 1999, passed the following resolution:
"THAT a copy of Report #1999 -RTC -3 of the Commissioner of Planning
and the recommendations of the Conventional Transit Operators Sub -
Committee of RTCC, acting as the Steering Committee for the Highway 2
- Highway 401 Corridor Transit Service Review, be forwarded to the
Towns of Pickering, Ajax and Whitby, the City of Oshawa, and the
Municipality of Clarington to request their input by February 2000."
(Motion to refer correspondence to the
Public Works Department)
4 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the
Region of Durham on January 26, 2000, passed the following resolution:
"a) THAT the Government of Ontario be urged to ensure that boarding
or lodging houses, including rest and retirement homes, are
required to register with local boards of health and municipalities;
b) THAT the Government of Ontario be urged to ensure that
minimum standards for personal care are established for boarding
and lodging houses, including rest and retirement homes, that
provide such care for their residents;
c) THAT the Premier of Ontario, Minister of Health and Long Term
Care, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and Minister
Responsible for Seniors' Issues are so advised of this
recommendation; and
d) THAT the Region's MPPs and area municipalities, the Association
of Local Public Health Agencies and the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario are so advised and their support is
requested."
(Motion for Direction)
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D - 5 Craig Brown, Chairman, Clarington Public Library Board, advising Council that
Freedom to Read Week is the week of February 27 - March 4, 2000. To celebrate
our intellectual freedom, libraries, bookstores and schools across Canada will
promote displays of censored materials and educate the public about censorship
during Freedom to Read Week, an annual event sponsored by the Canadian book
and magazine industry. At the Clarington Public Library, they will host displays
of materials in their collection which have been banned, challenged or removed
from libraries, school libraries and bookstores. In support of this event they are
asking that Council approve the following declaration:
"WHEREAS the right to pursue the truth through free inquiry is essential
to democratic decision-making; and
WHEREAS the freedom to read is the essence of free inquiry; and
WHEREAS the freedom to read is under assault from left and right in our
society;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipality of Clarington
recognizes, reaffirms and defends the right of the citizens of this
community individually to decide what he or she will or will not read (the
freedom to read);
AND FURTHER IN SUPPORT OF THIS RESOLUTION, this Council,
on behalf of the citizens of Clarington proclaims this municipality
henceforth a Freedom to Read Zone in which freedom to read is
inviolable."
(Motion to Proclaim)
D - 6 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the
Region of Durham on January 26, 2000, passed the following resolution:
"a) THAT the resolution of the County of Peterborough concerning
the cost of emergency telephone lines be supported;
b) THAT the Solicitor General be requested to approach the CRTC
on behalf of all municipalities in Ontario to secure a special rate
for dedicated telephone lines in municipal emergency operations
centres; and
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C) THAT this resolution be circulated to other municipalities in
Ontario and to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)
asking for their support."
(Motion to advise of Council's earlier
decision to support Peterborough's
resolution)
D-7 A.C. Wong, Manager, Environmental Health, Region of Durham, Health
Department, advising that the Durham Regional Police have advised them that
they can no longer maintain the space for the public to pick-up and drop-off water
samples at their premises on Waverley and King Street, Bowmanville, due to
extensive renovations to their facility. In the past 4 years, they estimate that
approximately 3,000 samples are collected yearly from this location. As a result,
they are seeking our assistance to help them find another location in our
community in order that they can continue with this valuable service. Ideally,
considerations for another location should be similar to the existing location:
permanent location
good accessibility which includes free parking, extended hours of
operation
unimpeded public access such that they can pick up water bottles or drop-
off samples for testing without required assistance.
(Motion for Direction)
j -
D - 8 Linda J. Laliberte, General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer, Ganaraska Region
Conservation Authority, advising that the Ganaraska Region Conservation
Authority Board of Directors on January 20, 2000, passed the following
resolution:
"THAT the GRCA endorse the recommendations of the Toronto & Region
Conservation Authority report "The Future of the Oak Ridges Moraine";
and
THAT the GRCA support the conclusions of the Regions of Durham,
York and Peel in "The Oak Ridges Moraine, Towards a Long Term
Strategy, September 1999" and participate in the ongoing discussions
where appropriate; and
THAT a copy of this resolution and staff report be sent to all watershed
stakeholders being affected; and
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FURTHER THAT a copy of this staff report and recommendations be
forwarded to all watershed municipalities asking for support and
requesting a letter be sent to the local MPP of the municipality indicating
support of the position taken by the Ganaraska Region Conservation
Authority."
(A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of
Correspondence.)
(Motion for Direction)
D-9 E.C. Wagg, City Clerk, City of Niagara Falls, advising that the Council of
Niagara Falls on January 17, 2000, endorsed a petition calling on the Federal
Government to make amendments to the Young Offenders Act that would cause it
to become a deterrent to young offenders and requesting Council's support of the
petition. The text of the petition is as follows:
"We the undersigned residents of Canada, draw the attention of the House
of Commons to the following:
THAT crimes committed by serious, habitual and violent youths are of
great concern to Canadians
THAT the number of serious crimes committed by youths would decrease
if the Young Offenders Act or other legislation were amended to hold
youths more fully accountable for their behaviour and to increase periods l
of incarceration, to deter young persons from committing criminal acts;
THEREFORE your petitioners call upon Parliament to significantly
amend the Young Offenders Act or other legislation to include, but not be
limited to:
Making protection of society the number one priority and removing "least
intrusive interventions" rules.
Creating criteria to identify serious, habitual and violent young offenders:
ensuring swift automatic consecutive sentencing for these offenders;
ensuring these offenders are kept separated from other young offenders;
allowing the publishing of these offenders' names; and ensuring these
offenders are transferred to adult facilities upon turning 18 years of age.
Increasing the penalty for murder to a minimum of 15 years, and a
maximum of 7 years for other offences.
Ensuring automatic sentencing for the criminal use of weapons.
Adding anti -racketeering and street gang provisions with consecutive
sentences for criminal gang members.
Removing restrictions hindering police in dealing with youth; ensuring
Social Services aggressively intervene with youth under 12."
(Motion for Direction)
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D - 10 Municipality of South Bruce, Box 540, Teeswater, NOG 250, advising that the
Council of the Municipality of South Bruce on January 18, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"WHEREAS the majority of our ratepayers rely on Agriculture for their
livelihood;
AND WHEREAS there is a serious concern that our Provincial
Government is devaluing the importance of Agriculture and Agricultural
Business in our Province by continually slashing funding, over the last few
years, to the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs;
AND WHEREAS the support, information and education available
through local OMAFRA Offices and Staff are vital to obtaining
independent professional advice;
AND WHEREAS Government programs that offer financial support need
to be more easily accessible and funding paid out more promptly;
AND WHEREAS recently announced programs appear to make funding
available to farmers, in reality they eliminate the eligibility of many of our
grass roots producers -family farmers;
NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that the Council of the Municipality of
South Bruce demands that all members of the Provincial Government be
made to realize the importance of the Agricultural Industry to this
Province and that the Provincial Government ensures the future of the
Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs by continuing a level of
funding that reflects this importance;
AND FURTHER that the Provincial Government re-examine their actions
over the past few months that might indicate a lack of appreciation for this
very important part of over economy and well-being, and revisit some of
the cost cutting decisions that they have made.
(Motion for Direction)
D — 11 Sandra Kranc, Manager of Support Services, City of Oshawa, advising that the
Council of the City of Oshawa, at its meeting held January 17, 2000, passed the
following resolution:
"THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa opposes the procedures used in
developing the GTA Mayors' report entitled, 'Reforming the 905
Municipalities and the Greater Toronto Services Board' released
January 2000;
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FURTHER the Council of the City of Oshawa requests the Premier and
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing to re -affirm their support
for the continuation of the moratorium on governance reform in the GTA
until after the 2000 municipal elections;
FURTHER, that, as the GTSB will be presenting a report of governance
reform in December of 2000, the Premier and the Minister of Municipal
Affairs and Housing be requested to commit to full consultation (including
public meetings) with all GTA municipalities on the GTSB report. The
full consultation to be undertaken prior to any actions to amend
governance in the GTA following the 2000 municipal election;
AND FURTHER THAT the Council of the City of Oshawa directs staff to
write to all municipalities in the GTA to request their endorsement of this
resolution;
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario,
the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Leaders of the two
Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its member
municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's, the Greater Toronto Services
Board, all other GTA municipalities and to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario."
(Motion for Direction)
COUNCIL IMRKATIOB
CENTRAL LAKE ONTARIO CONSERVATION AU'PAORITY
MINUTES - NO. 1
AUTHORITY ANNUAL MEETING
Tuesday. January 18. 2000 - 7:00 P *•t ,JAN Zq 2 53 PH too
MEETING LOCATION: 100 WHITING AVENUE, OSHAWA
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE, BOARDROOM
Present: R.
Johnson, Chairman
D.
Moffatt, Vice Chairman
B.
Boychyn
S.
Crawford
J.
Drumm
G.
Emm
J.
Gray
M.
Novak
P.
Perkins
J.R. Powell, Chief Administrative Officer
S.L. Hanson, Director, Corporate Services
D. Wright, Director, Environmental Approvals & Planning
P. Sisson, Director, Environmental Engineering Services
M. Hrynyk, General Superintendent
M. Stauffer, Administrative Assistant/Recording Secretary
Absent: D. Hamre
1. Harrell
B. Nicholson
B. Northeast
Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
'sLCOME - Chairman, Rick Johnson, welcomed members and staff to the 41st Annual Meeting.
CLARATIONS of interest by members on any [natters herein contained - NONE
OPTION OF MINUTES
#1 Moved by G. Emm
Seconded by J. Drumm
THAT the Authority minutes of November 16, 1999, be adopted as circulated.
CARRIED
yor Moffatt arrived at 7:02 p.m.
I-1
AUTHORMY ANNUAL M KnIM - MIR= NM I - JANUARY 118, 2000 PAGE 2',
CHAIRMAN'S REMARKS - R. Johnson
(1) Staff Report X4382-00 (attached as Schedule 4-1 to 4-2)
Chairman's Remarks - 1999 in Review
I would like to welcome everyone to the Authority's 41" annual meeting and take a few minutes to reflect on the past year and also
to look forward to the year ahead. It has been a pleasure to serve as your Chair for the past year and in review, I would have to say
that 1999 was another year of accomplishments. In my report I have listed various highlights of the year and I would like to expand
on a few of these.
In March the CLOCA Board adopted the Cranberry Marsh Management Strategy that was the next step in the Lvnde Shores
Management Plan. This Strategy will enable the Authority to address the environmental needs of Cranberry Marsh and restore it to
a healthy state. Staff has also implemented many improvements to Lynde Shores such as a new trail system that will assist in
protecting this environmentally sensitive area.
Authority education programs play a key role in increasing the awareness of today's youth regarding watershed issues and ,
motivating them to become watershed stewards in their home, classroom and community. In 1999 over 21,000 students participated
in Authority sponsored education programs. The Second Annual Durham Children's Groundwater Festival was held in September at
Camp Samac with an attendance of over 3,700 Grade 4 students (an attendance increase of over 500% from 1998).
Looking ahead, many environmental projects were completed this year that will be used in the future to assist in decisions around
groundwater, water quality and planning. One such document published this year was the CLOCA Groundwater System -
Infotmation Report. This report is the first step in determining a program for understanding and managing groundwater resources
that in the past, has been taken for granted. It was also encouraging to see the Authority add over 100 acres of environmentally
sensitive land to our holdings through a combination of development dedication and private donation.
The last item I would like to highlight is CLOCA's 2000 and Beyond report which gives future direction to the programs and
services of the Authority. Federal, provincial and municipal agencies, other Conservation Authorities and the community at large
continue to seek out our assistance and advice. Understanding groundwater resources, developing watershed plans, protecting — --
environmentally sensitive land and upgrading conservation areas will provide a base of information and resources to allow the
Authority to continue in its role of watershed and land managers.
WE WANT TO CONTINUE TO BE AN AGENCY THAT DELIVERS WHAT IT PROMISES - A GOOD PRODUCT, ON TIME
AND WITHIN BUDGET.
In closing I want to thank the members and staff of the Authority for their encouragement and support in making my past year as
Chair such an enjoyable one.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
At this point, the meeting was turned over to Russ Powell, Chief Administrative Officer, who assumed the chair and declared all
positions vacant.
Res. k2 Moved by J. Drumm
Seconded by S. Crawford
THAT Don Wright and Sandra Hanson act as scratineers; and,
THAT in the event of an election all ballots be destroyed.
CARRIED
PHORITY ANNUAL MZKMG - MINUTES NO. 1 - JANUARY 18, 2000
PAGE 3
Powell advised he would call for nominations for the position of Chairman and stated that no seconder was required. Where
'e than one nominee stands for office, an election by secret ballot will be conducted.
ninations: R. Johnson nominated by J. Gray
Powell called three times for further nominations.
#3 Moved by B. Boychyn
Seconded by M. Novak
THAT nominations for the position of Authority Chairman be closed.
CARRIED
R. Johnson "stands"
;ohnson was then declared Authority Chairman for 2000, and assumed the Chair to conduct the remainder of the meeting.
hority Vice -Ch lrom
Chairman called for nominations for the position of Vice -Chairman.
ninations: G. Emm nominated D. Moffatt
Chairman called three times for further nominations.
p4 Moved by R. Boychyn
Seconded by J. Gray
THAT nominations for the position of Authority Vice -Chairman be closed.
CARRIED
D. Moffatt "stands"
Moffatt was then declared Authority Vice -Chairman for 2000.
;NING OFFICERS
N5 Moved by M. Novak
Seconded by P. Perkins
THAT the Signing Officers of the Authority be any two of the following: The Charman, Vice -Chairman, Chief
Administrative OfficerlSecretary-Treasurer, and Director of Corporate Services.
CARRIED
LICITORS
N6 Moved by G. Emm
Seconded by R. Boychyn
THAT the firms McGibbon, Bastedo, Armstrong and Armstrong, Oshawa Gardiner, Roberts, Toronto; arid
Beard, Winter, Toronto; be appointed Solicitors for the Authority.
CARRIED
AUTHORITY ANNUAL MEETING - MINUTES NO. 1- JANUARY 18, 2008
BORROWING BY-LAW
PAGE 4. 1
M. Novak inquired if the amount to borrow has always been the sum or sums not exceeding $1,000,000 and if the Authority has
ever had to borrow an amount that high. Sandra Hanson stated that the amount to borrow has been the same in previous years and
that the Authority has never had to borrow an amount that high.
Res. #7 Moved by D. Moffatt
Seconded by J. Drumm
THAT the Chairman or Vice -Chairman and the Chief Administrative Officer/Secretary-Treasurer and/or the
Director of Corporate Services of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority are hereby authorized to
borrow from time to time, by way of promissory note, from the Toronto -Dominion Bank, 4 King Street West,
Oshawa, the sum or sums not exceeding $1,000,000 to meet immediate administrative and operational
expenditures until the Province of Ontario grant and/or Regional levy have been received, and to give on behalf
of the said Authority a promissory note or notes, sealed with the Corporate Seal and signed by the Chairman or
Vice -Chairman and the Chief Administrative Officer/Secretary-Treasurer and/or the Director of Corporate
Services for the monies so borrowed with interest which may be paid in advance or otherwise, at a rate not
exceeding prime per annum.
THAT all sums borrowed pursuant to the authority of this Resolution for the purpose mentioned herein shall,
with interest thereon, be a charge upon the whole of the monies received or to be received, by the said
Authority, as and when such monies are received.
THAT the Chief Administrative Officer/Secretary-Treasurer and/or the Director of Corporate Services is hereby
authorized and directed to apply in payment of all sums borrowed as aforesaid, together with the interest
thereon, all of the monies hereinafter collected or received by the said Authority from the Province of Ontario by
way of a Grant or from the Regional Levy to be made in accordance with provisions of The Conservation
Authorities Act.
CARRIED
CONSERVATION ONTARIO COUNCIL
Res. #8 Moved by P. Perkins
Seconded by J. Gray
THAT the Chairman, R. Johnson, be appointed as the Authority's representative on the Conservation Ontario
Council. Alternative designates are Chief Administrative Officer, Russ Powell, or the Director of Corporate
Services, Sandra Hanson.
CARRIED
ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS
(i) Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulation #145/90
Res. #9 Moved by M. Novak
Seconded by Crawford
THAT D. Wright, P. Sisson, T. Aikins, R. Hersey, L. Backus and Neil MacFarlane be appointed Enforcement
Officers under the Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulation #145/90.
CARRIED
(ii) Conservation Areas Regulation #101/92
Res. #10 Moved by M. Novak
Seconded by Crawford
THAT M. Hrynyk, T. Backus, and H. Hirschfeld be appointed Enforcement Officers under the Conservation
Areas Regulation #101/92.
CARRIED
1'HORrrY ANNUAL MEETING - MINLPI'LtS NO. 1- JANUARY 18, 2000
.RESPONDENCE
Correspondence from Children's Water Institute (attached as Schedule 11-1)
Re: Letter of Appreciation for 1999 Durham Children's Groundwater Festival
Correspondence Item #AGRBIC10, from City of Oshawa (attached as Schedule 11-2 to 11-17)
Re: Second Marsh Strategy
PiAMS
Correspondence Item #APJA2C10, from Ontario New Democratic Party (attached as Schedule I1-18)
Re: Response to CLOCA Board of Directors Res. #121/99 of Nov. 16/99 Development Moratorium on Oak Ridges Moraine
Correspondence Item #APJA2C12, from The Premier of Ontario, Michael Harris, MPP (attached as Schedule 11-19)
Re: Response to CLOCA Board of Directors Res. #121/99 of Nov. 16/99 Development Moratorium on Oak Ridges Moraine
Correspondence Item #LBHB9C7, from Municipality of Clarington (attached as 11-20 to 11-32)
Re: Property Matter - Lease Agreement with the CLOCA
Correspondence Item #APJA2C15, from Municipality of Clarington (attached as Schedule 11-33 to 11-34)
Re: Response to CLOCA Board of Directors Res. #121/99 of Nov. 16/99 Development Moratorium on Oak Ridges Moraine
Correspondence Item #APJA2C16, from Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (attached as H-1 to H-2)
Re: Response to CLOCA Board of Directors Res. #121/99 of Nov. 16/99, Development Moratorium on Oak Ridges Moraine
mcillor Emm stated that he was disappointed that a response was not received from Tony Clement, Ministry of Municipal Affairs
Housing, but that the letter was deferred to Deputy Minister, W. Michael Fenn, for a response. Discussion ensued.
#11 Moved by G. Emm
Seconded by J. Gray
THAT the correspondence listed above be received for information and filed.
CARRIED
12 Moved by M. Moffatt
Seconded by M. Novak
THAT an additional letter regarding a development moratorium on Oak Ridges Moraine be forwarded to
Premier Harris, from the Chairman, reiterating our position and reinforcing the seriousness of this matter; and,
THAT copies be circulated to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the leaders of the Opposition
parries.
CARRIED
LECTOR, ENVIRONMENTAL APPROVALS & PLANNING
Staff Report #4381-00 (attached as Schedule 12-1 to 12-3)
Applications for Construction to Place Fill and to Alter a Watercourse - Nov.I to Dec.31/99
#13 Moved by J. Gray
Seconded by P. Perkins
THAT the applications (attached as Schedule 12-2 to 12-3) be approved and the respective permits be issued.
CARRIED
IEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Staff Report #4380-00 (attached as Schedule 13-1)
2000 Meeting Schedule - Board of Directors and Executive Committee
#14 Moved by S. Crawford
Seconded by P. Perkins
THAT Staff Report #4380-00 be received for information;
THAT the 2000 Meeting Schedule for Board of Directors and Committee of the Whole meetings be adopted,
THAT December S, 2000, be the date for the CLOCA Watershed Awards Ceremony.
CARRIED
AUTHORPPY ANNUAL MEETING - NUNUTES NO. 1- JANUARY 18, 2000
MUNICIPAL AND OTHER BUSI[NFM
PAGE 6
Councillor Roychyn inquired if there was an attendance requirement for meetings. Mr. Powell stated that he would review the
administrative procedures and report back to the Board.
Councillor Emm inquired about monitoring ice blockages. Perry Sisson stated that staff regularly monitor winter snow conditions
and ground surveys are completed twice a month. In addition, records are kept of historical "problem spots" and these areas are
monitored closely.
ADJOURNMENT
Res. #15 Moved by S. Crawford
Seconded by G. Emm
THAT the meeting adjourn.
CARRIED
The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
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COUNCIL
GANARASKA REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MINUTES OF THE FULL AUTHORITY
January 20, 2000
FA 1/00
The Chair called the Full Authority meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and welcomed all in
attendance.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Peter Delanty, John Lindsay, Raymond Banns, Forrest
Rowden, Murray Weppler, Harry Boyton, Jim Hunt, Larry
Hall, John Mutton, Charlie Trim
ALSO PRESENT: Linda Laliberte, General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer
Steve McMullen, Ganaraska Forest Co-ordinator
Rob Franklin, Planner
Judy Herod, Communications Co-ordinator
ABSENT WITH
REGRETS: Roseanna Vachon, Neal Cathcart
ALSO ABSENT: Jim Hunt
2 Disclosure of Pecuniary interest:
None.
3. Minutes of Last Meeting_
FA 1/00
MOVED BY:
SECONDED BY:
Forrest Rowden
Charlie Trim
THAT the minutes of December 16, 1999 be approved.
CARRIED.
Peter Delanty asked for an update on the Tredree permit, which was given by the
General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer. The Oak Ridges Moraine was also
discussed briefly and it was decided that there would be an addition to the
recommendation of the staff report later on the agenda.
I-2
Minutes FA 11/99 December 16 1999 Page 2
4 Adoption of the Aaenda:
Chair informed the board that there was additional correspondence.
5. Township of Manvers re: Motorized vehicles in the Ganaraska Forest
Action required.
6. Township of Hamilton re: 2000 Levy
Note and rile.
7. cc. Municipality of Clarington re: Oak Ridges Moraine
Note and file.
8. Otonabee Conservation Foundation re: 2000 Conservation Auction
Note and rile.
FA 2/00
MOVED BY: Ray Banns
SECONDED BY: Harry Boyton
THAT the agenda be adopted as amended.
CARRIED.
5. Delegation
None.
6 Business Arising from Minutes:
a) 2000 Levy
The General Manager explained the process for the weighted average vote and
reminded the members that it was a recorded vote.
FA 3/00
MOVED BY:
SECONDED BY,
John Mutton
Harry Boyton
THAT the Full Authority approve the 0% increase in the municipal levy for 2000 as
presented in the 2000 preliminary budget.
A recorded vote was required.
Raymond Benns, Township of Haldimand (0.7742%) Yes
Harry Boyton, Township of Hope (5.7273%) Yes
Peter Delanty, Town of Cobourg (13.642%) Yes
Larry Hall, Town of Port Hope (8.611 %) Yes
Minutes FA 1 1 /99 —December 16, 1999 Page 3
Jim Hunt, Town of Port Hope (8.611 %) Yes
John Lindsay, Town of Cobourg (13.642%) Yes
John Mutton, Municipality of Clarington (18.228%) Yes
Forrest Rowden, Township of Hamilton (6.157%) Yes
Charlie Trim, Municipality of Clarington (18.228%) Yes
Murray Weppler, Township of Hamilton (6.157%) Yes
Total vote cast 99.7775% which requires 50.8865% to carry the resolution.
CARRIED.
7. Chair and Qen ral Manaa r/Serra+ -Treasurer Remarks
The Chair reported that he would be arranging a meeting in February of the Chairs and
General Managers to discuss the Oak Ridges Moraine. He also announced that he
would be seeking re-election at the February Annual meeting.
The General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer explained the procedures for the 2000
annual meeting.
8. Business from Board Member
Peter Delanty gave a brief update on the Millennium project.
Forrest Rowden stated that the Township was preparing the 2000 budget and
asked if the contributions to the Millennium project were expected this year. The
Chair of the Millennium project indicated that some would be requested this year if
possible.
John Mutton read a letter from Clarington to Manvers in regards to the posting of
Boundary Road, which stated that based on an agreement between the two
municipalities this section of Boundary Road was Manvers' responsibility.
Ray Banns stated that Haldimand had been sent a detailed report on the Oak
Ridges Moraine and reported that Lower Trent Region Conservation Authority had
passed a 4% levy increase.
a) Item #1-4, 6, 7,8
FA 4/00
MOVED BY: John Lindsay
SECONDED BY: Jim Hunt
Minutes FA 11199 - December 16, 1999 Page 4
THAT the correspondence be noted and filed.
CAR;iED.
b) Item # 5 — Township of Manvers
FA 5/00
MOVED BY:
SECONDED BY:
John Mutton
Murray Weppler
THAT the correspondence item be tabled to the March meeting as the
representative of Manvers is not present at this meeting.
CARRIED.
FA 6/00
MOVED BY:
SECONDED BY:
Charlie Trim
Forrest Rowden
THAT a letter be sent to Manvers informing them that the letter had been tabled.
CARRIED.
10. Applications under Ontario Regulation 148/90:
None.
11. Committee R .00rts•
None.
12, New Business,
None.
13. Other Busin ss•
a) Oak Ridges Moraine
FA 7/00
MOVED BY: John Mutton
SECONDED BY: John Lindsay
THAT the GRCA endorse the recommendations of the Toronto & Region Conservation
Authority report "The Future of the Oak Ridges Moraine"; and
THAT the GRCA support the conclusions of the Regions of Durham, York and Peel in
"The Oak Ridges Moraine, Towards a Long Term Strategy, September 1999" and
participate in the ongoing discussions where appropriate; and
THAT a copy of this resolution and staff report be sent to all watershed stakeholders
being affected; and
FURTHER THAT a copy of this staff report and recommendations be forwarded to all
watershed municipalities asking for support and requesting a letter be sent the local
MPP of the municipality indicating support of the position taken by the Ganaraska
Region Conservation Authority.
CARRIED.
b) Wilmot Creek Watershed Study
The General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer informed the members that the Wilmot
Creek Watershed Study had been proceeding well and the first public open house is
scheduled for February 10, 2000 at The Pines Senior Public School in Newcastle from
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
C) GFC Conservation Dinner
Forrest Rowden asked about the upcoming Conservation Dinner to be held on
April 8h,2000.
14. Adio m.
The meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m, on a motion by Jim Hunt.
CHAIR G NERAL AIVAG��
SECRETARY -TREASURER
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COUNCIL INFORKATION
MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
NEWCASTLE COMMUNITY HALL BOARD
Minutes of a meeting of the Newcastle Commudigl7Yl ft 3 to PH too
Board held on November 15, 1999 at 7:00 PM in the Council
Chambers.
Present Were: S. Delong
R.B. Rickard
C. Trim
K. Moffat
G. Worsley (secretary)
Regrets From: J Mutton
C. Abraham
D. Schmiegelow
l MINUTES
Motion by S. DeJong, seconded by K. Moffat
THAT minutes be adopted as presented. "CARRIED"
2 BUSINESS ARISING
J. Mutton not present to report on air conditioning
- Door to Youth Room to be at east window well, has been referred to F. Horvath
- Wall in bowling alley is complete as per F. Horvath - he wants it left open for easy access to
panels.
- Secretary has been not had luck connecting with police officer to discuss security
- Kitchen curtains have been ordered.
- Cooler was more expensive than originally quoted due to casters. We declined casters and
R.B. Rickard made casters for us
- Old cooler sold for $150 00
- Fridge sold at auction, our take is $215.00
Thanks to S. DeJong kitchen door has been fixed
- 75h anniversary plaque is complete, cost was $85.00
- C. Trim still working on getting clock tower piece fixed
- Suggested we interview gardeners in the new year for front entrance project
- North door is off center because clients are putting jam in upper part of door, if anyone should
see this happening please remove
I-3
- S. DeJong informed B. Couch about lights in Centennial Room + SIS
Y2K meeting must be set up between F. Horvath and Lions rim
GLERX
3. FINANCIAL ACK. BY
Motion by C. Trim seconded by S. DeJong I ORIGl M
THAT financial report is accepted when 2 cheques to Dayco Dist have been verifi IES i
"CARRIED"
q. BILLS
Motion by S. Dejong, seconded by C. Trim
Page 2
THAT the following bills be paid as presented -Rona 155.83, Plaque 85. 10, Krista 40 00
Jackson 535.00
"CARRIED"
Motion by K. Moffat, seconded by C. Trim
THAT bill from S DeJong for 460.00 be paid as presented.
"CARRIED"
CORRESPONDENCE
Letter from F. Horvath regarding Y2K received and filed.
6. NEW BUSINESS
get frames on soldier rolls for Council Chambers repaired
75th anniversary plaque to be hung in front of bar
S. DeJong will look into having basement lobby painted
- Bring up lights with J. Mutton at next meeting
- Suggestions for Centennial Room refurbishment - ceiling tiles, laminate flooring
- Mention to BIA to be careful when removing lights from tree that branches are not pulled off
R.B. Rickard will put in timer for Xmas music
- Hall Board Xmas dinner to be held on Dec 13 or 20 - I" choice Northumberland Heights in
Cobourg, Y"' choice Darlington Marina - R.B. Rickards has invited all to meet at his home
before hand at 5:00 PM
Discussed Food Premises Report - looks O.K. secretary will call to verify
ADJOURNED 8:10 PM
COUNCIL INFORMATION
GANARASKA REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MINUTES OF THE FULL AUTHORITY
December 16, 1999
FA 11/99
1. Wel - m and Call to Order:
The Chair called the Full Authority meeting to order at 7:00 p.m, and welcomed all in
attendance and wished all a Merry Christmas.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Neal Cathcart, Peter Delanty, John Lindsay, Raymond
Banns, Forrest Rowden, Murray Weppler, Roseanna
Vachon, Larry Hall, John Mutton, Charlie Trim
ALSO PRESENT: Linda Laliberte, General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer
Steve McMullen, Ganaraska Forest Co-ordinator
Warren Coulter, Engineering Technologist
Rob Franklin, Planner
George Elgear, General Superintendent
Scott MacNeill, Fisheries Biologist
Michelle Giddings, Bookkeeper
Judy Herod, Communications Co-ordinator
Holly Bickerton, Terrestrial Ecologist
Dave Barton, Water Plan Associates
Leo Sanchez, Sanchez Engineering
Terry Whyte, Templeman Consulting
ABSENT WITH
REGRETS: Harry Boyton
ALSO ABSENT: Jim Hunt
2. Disclosure of Pecuniary niary Interes
None.
3. Minutes of Last Meeting:
The General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer pointed out that correspondence Item #48
was missing the mover and seconder and should be amended to read:
FA 142/99
MOVED BY: John Mutton
SECONDED BY: John Lindsay
I-4
Minutes FA 11 /99 - December 16, 1999 Page 2
FA 147/99
MOVED BY:
SECONDED BY:
Charlie Trim
Roseanna Vachon
THAT the minutes of November 18, 1999 be approved as amended.
CARRIED.
4. AdoDtlon of the Ag -nd+a-
Chair informed the board that there were three additional permits that have been
approved by the executive.
FA 148/99
MOVED BY: John Mutton
SECONDED BY: Charlie Trim
THAT the agenda be adopted as amended.
CARRIED.
5. Delegation
Mr. Dave Barton Water Plan Associates gave a presentation regarding proposed
development of part lot 10, Conc. 2, Hamilton Township. The Water Resources
Technologist presented the staff report.
FA 149/99
MOVED BY: Neal Cathcart
SECONDED BY: Forrest Rowden
WHEREAS the GRCA approved the construction of a flood proofed dwelling on the
subject lands (Part Lot 10, Con. 2, Hamilton Township) in 1977 subject to specific
conditions, and
WHEREAS the GRCA approved a similar proposal in 1989 in accordance with the
1977 plans, subject to additional conditions, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Full Authority approve in principle the proposed cut and fill
approach as outlined in the "Proposed Baltimore Creek Flood Plain Development — Part
Lot 10, Concession 2, Hamilton Township (Prepared by Mr. Dave Barton, P.Eng.,
WaterPlan Associates), as presented to the Full Authority on December 16, 1999;
AND FURTHER, THAT the owner undertake to complete the following requirements to
be submitted to the Authority at a future date along with a permit application pursuant
to the Authority's Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterway Regulations (Ont. Reg.
148/90 as amended by Ont. Reg. 498/93);
Minutes FA 11 /99 — December 16, 1999 Pa e 3
i) That the final driveway design be prepared by a qualified civil engineer to
provide safe emergency ingress/ egress. This work will include an analysis of
the existing bridge structure to ensure that the bridge is structurally sound and
will support emergency vehicles during times of flooding.
ii) Submit to legal controls that will prohibit future development on the subject
property.
iii) Within the floodplain, move the swale excavation material from between
Baltimore Creek and Dale Road to the extreme southeast corner of the site.
This material will be used as building fill in the hydraulic backwater area of the
floodplain. This fill will be placed so as to minimize impacts on the flood plain
and ensure that the proposed structure is located in a backwater area with
adequate flood proofing above the Regional Storm flood plain (i.e. above 441.7
feet).
iv) Provide a balanced cut and fill schedule to be undertaken at one -foot
increments within the Regional Storm flood plain to the satisfaction of the
GRCA.
V) Provide adequate flood proofing measure for any proposed structures to an
elevation of 443.2 feet (1.5 feet above the Regional flood).
vi) Construct the septic tile field above the Regional Storm flood level, to the
satisfaction of the GRCA and the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health
Unit.
vii) Undertake a localized HEC -2 hydraulic model in the immediate vicinity of the
proposed improvements to upgrade the existing driveway access, to document
no Regional flood stage increase. The GRCA will provide the model input files
for the downstream as -is condition and the engineer will add three upstream
sections to model the proposed swale excavation, raised driveway grade and
culvert upgrade improvements.
viii) Undertake a hydrostatic stability analysis of any proposed dwelling, if a
basement is proposed.
ix) Adhere to the conditions outlined in the 1977 and 1989 GRCA letters.
X) That all proposed works are subject to Hamilton Township's requirements for
site plan control.
Note: Copies of all pertinent proposal details will be forwarded to Hamilton
Township for their review and comment.
CARRIED.
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6. Presentation:
Mr. Terry Whtye from Templeman Consulting presented the compensation plan to the
Full Authority,
FA 150/99
MOVED BY: Ray Benns
SECONDED BY: Charlie Trim
THAT the Full Authority move in camera.
CARRIED.
FA 151/99
MOVED BY:
SECONDED BY:
John Lindsay
Forrest Rowden
THAT the Full Authority moved out of camera.
CARRIED.
FA 152/99
MOVED BY:
SECONDED BY:
Charlie Trim
Roseanna Vachon
THAT the Full Authority approved the compensation plan as presented to be
implemented January 1, 2000 with staff placed in the grid at an increased salary
closest to their current rate.
CARRIED.
FA 153/99
MOVED BY: John Mutton
SECONDED BY: Ray Benns
THAT the Full Authority approve the advertising to fill the Watershed Services Co-
ordinator position.
CARRIED.
7. Business Arising from Minutes:
a► Tredree Update
The Engineering Technologist presented the staff report and updated the members on
the situation.
FA 154/99
MOVED BY: Murray Weppler
SECONDED BY: Forrest Rowden
Minutes FA 11/99 - December 16, 1999 Page 5
THAT the Full Authority receive the staff report for information in anticipation of
approving the final site/grading plan at the December 16, 1999 Full Authority meeting,
and further
THAT the Full Authority return the $10,000.00 security to Mr. Tredree after the
permit expires on December 31, 1999.
CARRIED.
b) Township of Manvers Correspondence
The General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer clarified the Item #50 of the November
Meeting which stated the Township would have the final "veto Power" in regards to a
proposed partnership in the Forest. According to the representative, Roseanna
Vachon, the letter referred to the fact that the representative with have a vote once
any recommendation is put forward to the Board.
The Ganaraska Forest Coordinator spoke to the dirtbike situation on Boundary Road in
Manvers Township and explained the background. Many suggestions were brought
forward such as increased patrols, letters on vehicle windshields and employees
acting as bylaw enforcement officers. As the problem is concentrated on a municipal
boundary road, it was concluded that it should go back to the municipalities to
discuss. It was suggested that each side of the road be posted by the municipalities
and that the representatives from the municipalities involved take the problems back
to the municipalities for discussion. John Mutton stated he would follow up on the
letter from Manvers to Clarington.
7. Chair and ogjlgi, i Manager/Secretary Treas irar Remarks
The Chair reported that he had a Conservation Ontario Council meeting this past week
with the General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer. He reported that the concerns on the
development of the Oak Ridges Moraine were raised. The Chair further stated that he
hoped to host a meeting of all Conservation Authorities Chairs within the Oak Ridges
Moraine to discuss the situation and the role of the Conservation Authorities in late
January or February.
The General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer reported that she had received a phone call
from Bob Penwell, MNR Forester to inform the Ganaraska Region Conservation
Authority that the debt on the Forest had been forgiven and MNR wanted to now
terminate the Agreement Forest agreement.
8. Business from Board Member
Members sent out good wishes for a Merry Christmas. Neal Cathcart reported he
had heard that some concerns had been raised to the Otonabee in regards to their
Minutes FA 11/99 - December 16, 1999 Page 6
proposal for one of their Conservation Areas. John Lindsay reported that there
would be no report coming forward from the Town of Cobourg in regards to the
services of the Conservation Authority. It had been concluded that the services
provided for the levy are a good value.
9. Correspondence
a► Item #52 - Hustler & Kay
FA 155/99
MOVED BY: John Lindsay
SECONDED BY: Neal Cathcart
THAT the correspondence be forwarded to legal council.
CARRIED.
b) Item # 53 - # 56
FA 156/99
MOVED BY: John Mutton
SECONDED BY: John Lindsay
THAT the correspondence be noted and files.
CARRIED.
c) Item #57 - Mr
FA 157/99
MOVED BY:
SECONDED BY:
Paul McMackin
John Mutton
Forrest Rowden
THAT the staff respond back to Mr. McMackin expressing interest in the property
and further that staff investigate ways of financing internally and report back to
the January meeting.
CARRIED.
10. Applications under Ontario Regulation 148/90:
Permits approved by Executive:
a) 148/90-468-12/99 (Kevin Heasman) Township of Hamilton
b) 148/90-469-12/99 (Chris & Rose Flamminio) Municipality of Clarington
c) 148/90-470-12/99 (Clarnew Developments Inc.) Municipality of Clarington
FA 158/99
MOVED BY: John Lindsay
SECONDED BY: Peter Delanty
Minutes FA 11/99 - December 16, 1999 Pa e 7
THAT the approved permits by the executive be received for information.
CARRIED.
Permits requiring Full Authority discussion:
None.
11. Committee Reports:
a) Ganaraska Forest Recreational Users Committee
FA 159/99
MOVED BY: John Lindsay
SECONDED BY: John Mutton
THAT the Ganeraska Forest Recreational Users Committee recommend to the Full
Authority an expansion of the no hunting zone in the Ganaraska Forest to include lots
1 and 2, Concession 2 of Cavan Township, effective April 1, 2000 and that part of
the C loop of the orange cross-country ski trail that passes through the hunting zone
be re-routed by staff, to stay within the no hunting zone.
CARRIED.
FA 160/99
MOVED BY: Forrest Rowden
SECONDED BY: Ray Benns
THAT the Full Authority receive the minutes of the Ganaraska Forest Recreational
Users Committee for information.
CARRIED.
12, New Business:
a) 2000 Preliminary Budget
The General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer presented the 2000 Preliminary Budget and
levy figures.
FA 161/99
MOVED BY: John Linday
SECONDED BY: Forrest Rowden
THAT the 2000 Preliminary Budget be received for information, and
FURTHER THAT the budget be forwarded to the watershed municipalities indicating in
the cover letter that the vote to approve the levy at a 0% increase will be taken on
January 20, 2000.
CARRIED.
Minutes FA 11199 — December 16, 1999 Page 8
13. Other Business:
None.
14. Adjourn:
The meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m. on a motion by John Lindsay.
CHAIR
PLJO, LILAC,
GE ERAL MA GER/
SECRETARY -TREASURER
QshCpin �/dation
D wrtment of Corporate Services
F A-2100
Jir^uary 20, 2000
The Honourable Michael Harris
P mier of Ontario
R' ')m281, Legislative Building
Queen's Park
T 'onto, Ontario
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Rc: Opposition to Toronto
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C 1 Council considered the above matter at a meeting held January 17, 2000, and adopted the following
resolution:
"That as a result of the overwhelming mandate given to us by the citizens of our city in the 1996
referendum and in the 1997 municipal election, the Council of the City of Oshawa continues to
oppose Oshawa's involvement in any amalgamation, political or administrative, with the City of
Toronto or with any other body dominated by the City of Toronto;
And that a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Municipal Affairs
and Housing, the Leaders of the two Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its
member municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's and to the Association of Municipalities of
Ontario."
Ymir consideration of this important issue is appreciated.
By copy of this letter, I am advising the parties noted in the above resolution of Council's decision and
re( resting their consideration of the matter.
Enclosed for your information is an excerpt of the City Council minutes from January 17, 2000.
rho Corporation of the City of Oshawa
Nty Clerk Services
W entre Street South, Oshawa, Ontario UH 3Z7
rEl (905) 436-5639, FAX: (905) 436.5697
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If you need further assistance, please contact me at the address listed below, or by telephone at 436-5639.
Sandra Kranc
Manager of Support Services
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Copies: The Honourable Tony Clement, Acting Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Howard Hampton, Leader of the Provincial New Democratic Party
Dalton McGuinty, Leader of the Official Opposition
P. M. Madill, Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham
P. Barrie, Clerk, Municipality of Clarington
M. de Rond, Clerk, Town of Ajax
B. Taylor, Clerk, Town of Pickering
D. McKay, Clerk, Town of Whitby
G. Graham, Clerk -Administrator, Township of Brock
E. Cuddie, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of Scugog
W. Taylor, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of Uxbridge
Jerry Ouellette, MPP — Oshawa
John O'Toole, MPP — Durham
Jim Flaherty, MPP - Whitby -Ajax
Janet Ecker, MPP — Pickering -Ajax -Uxbridge
Julia Munro, MPP
Ivan Grose, M.P. — Oshawa
Alex Shepherd, M.P. — Durham
Dan McTeague, M.P. — Pickering -Ajax -Uxbridge
Association of Municipalities of Ontario
Qsh
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Of artment of Corporate Services
Fi,-;: A-2100
Ja iary 20, 2000
ThA Honourable Michael Hams
Pr nier of Ontario
Room 281, Legislative Building
Qr-len's Park
Tc ')nto, Ontario
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Re: Monitoring Committee
COUNCIL INFO1KATION
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Ci,y Council considered the above matter at a meeting held January 17, 2000, and adopted the following
resolution:
"That the Council of the City of Oshawa endorses the draft position of the Region of Durham to strike
a committee, comprised of the Regional Chair and the eight Mayors of the area municipalities, to
review the Region's involvement with the Greater Toronto Services Board and that the Council agrees
to consult with the Regional Municipality as it develops a position on GTSB reform;
And that a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Municipal Affairs
and Housing, the Leaders of the two Opposition parties, the Regional Municipality of Durham and its
member municipalities, all Durham MPP's and MP's, the Greater Toronto Services Board, all other
GTA municipalities and to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario."
Yo r consideration of this important issue is appreciated.
3y copy of this letter, I am advising the parties noted in the above resolution of Council's decision and
'eo esting their consideration of the matter.
he . orporation of the CRY of Oshawa
itY Clerk Services
0 ,ntre Street South, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 3Z7
EL 905) 436-5639, FAX: (905) 436-5697
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If you need further assistance, please contact me at the address listed below, or by telephone at 436-5639.
Sandra Kranc
Manager of Support Services
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Copies: The Honourable Tony Clement, Acting Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Howard Hampton, Leader of the Provincial New Democratic Party
Dalton McGuinty, Leader of the Official Opposition
P.M. Madill, Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham
P. Barrie, Clerk, Municipality of Clarington
M. de Rond, Clerk, Town of Ajax
B. Taylor, Clerk, Town of Pickering
D. McKay, Clerk, Town of Whitby
G. Graham, Clerk -Administrator, Township of Brock
E. Cuddie, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of Scugog
W. Taylor, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of Uxbridge
Jerry Ouellette, MPP — Oshawa
John O'Toole, MPP — Durham
Jim Flaherty, MPP — Whitby -Ajax
Janet Ecker, MPP — Pickering -Ajax -Uxbridge
Julia Munro, MPP
Ivan Grose, M.P. — Oshawa
Alex Shepherd, M.P. — Durham
Dan McTeague, M.P. — Pickering -Ajax -Uxbridge
Association of Municipalities of Ontario
Greater Toronto Services Board
All GTA Municipalities
CO-EIRUBMATIOH I-23
JANUARY 18, 2000
LOCAL ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
JAN 31 2 32 PH '00
MEMBERS PRESENT: Linda Kiff Bill Paterson
Mavis Carlton Nancy Miller
David Jenkins Steven Cooke
Vic Suppan Donna Naulls-Ruttner
Isabel Dekking - Liaison, Planning
REGRETS: Janie Dodds, Simone Georges, Jeff Brooks,
Councillor Jane Rowe
There being a quontm, Linda Kiff in the Chair opened the meeting and welcomed those present
and expressed regrets from those members unable to attend.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Under Area Designations, page 3, Vic pointed out that it was he who had suggested that funds
could be used for various educational purposes, area designations, etc.
20-01 Moved by Bill, Seconded by Steven that the Minutes be accepted as amended.
CARRIED
BUSINESS ARISING
Demolition of Maplecliff. The house has now been destroyed.
Sign at Western Highway 2 Entry to Bowmanville. Bill explained that the proposed B.I.A.
Historic Bowmanville sign is to be painted on the western side at the top of the building on the
south side of King Street just to the east of Queen Street. This will replace a former store si
painted some years ago.
Bowmanville Book Isabel commented that on November 30 copies hz
proofing. Nancy advised that proofing is just about finished.
Primary List 52f Buildings. Members advised that from the review so
appear to have been made to a number of buildings. Members asked for
changes. It was agreed that notes should be made on the lists for further
current review is completed there will be discussions about questionable
establishment of an ad-hoc committee.
Minutes of LACAC Meeting on January 18, 2000
Page 2
A discussion followed about the historic centre of Bowmanville and the suggestion of an area
designation. Mavis and Isabel will be attending the coming meeting of residents of the area.
Designation of 5565 Old Scugog Road in Hampton
This house is just north of Taunton Road - Noel Hutchison has provided copies of the records he
has collected. The house appears to have been built in 1865 but it is this date that is to be
checked. It was recommended that members drive by the house to view it before the final
decision is made.
FINANCIAL REPORT
Bill took the Chair to allow Treasurer Linda to make the financial report.
Linda reported that as of December 17, 1999 the bank balance was $10,322.00. This included
the total proceeds from the House Tour with some cheques outstanding.
House Tour.
Comments had been favourable, the variety of houses was appreciated and the lunch enjoyed.
The receipt from the sale of 310 tickets was $3721 and expenses $2227.45 The profit would be
divided between Tyrone United Church and LACAC.
20-02 Linda moved adoption of her report as given, seconded by Nancy.
CARRIED
Linda again assumed the Chair.
Picture Boards
Some photographs are awaiting development - still in camera.
ARCHITECTURAL PRESENTATION
Vic made a most interesting presentation about doors, and the development and changes over the
years. The primary function was to protect inhabitants from the weather and to prevent
unauthorized entry. Vic pointed out the vaned construction of doors, the rails and stiles, the
floating panels and the mouldings.
Vic was thanked for his educational presentation and for bringing this information to members.
Minutes of LACAC Meeting on January 18, 2000 Page 3
CORRESPONDENCE
Heritage Week is February 19 -27, 2000.
20-03 Vic moved, Bill Paterson seconded, that a display advertisement be inserted in
local newspapers during Heritage Week, at a cost not to exceed $300.
CARRIED
Bill Paterson agreed to draft an article for publication in newspapers and get it to Isabel for
publishing during Heritage Week at the same time as the advertisement.
NEW BUSINESS
It was suggested that the location of LACAC meetings again be reviewed.
There being no other business the meeting was adjourned.
Next Meeting
February 15, 2000 - 7:00 p.m.
Newcastle Village Community Hall
COUMI�J DIZWnOF
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January 21, 2000
Ms. Pattie L. Barrie, A.M.C.T.
Town Clerk
Municipality of Clarington
40 Temperance Street
Bowmanville, Ontario
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Dear Ms. Barrie:
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Re: Oak Ridges Moraine
At the Thursday, January 20"', 2000 Full Authority meeting, the Ganaraska
Region Conservation Authority Board of Directors considered a staff report
regarding the Oak Ridges Moraine. A copy of that report is attached for your
information.
After a discussion, the following resolution was approved:
"FA 7/00
THAT the GRCA endorse the recommendations of the Toronto & Regan
Conservation Authority report "The Future of the Oak Ridges Moraine"; and
THAT the GRCA support the conclusions of the Regions of Durham, York and
Peel in "The Oak Ridges Moraine, Towards a Long Term Strategy, September
1999" and participate in the ongoing discussions where appropriate; and
THAT a copy of this resolution and staff report be sent to all watershed
stakeholders being affected; and
FURTHER THAT a copy of this staff report and recommendations be forwarded
to all watershed municipalities asking for support and requesting a letter be
sent the local MPP of the municipality indicating support of the position taken
by the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority.
CARRIED."
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PO. Box 328, Port Hope, Ontario L1A 3W4 Telephone: 905 885-8173 Fax: 905 885-9824 Forest Centre: 905 797-2721
E-mail: grca@eagle.ca
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The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority is requesting that this matter be
discussed at council and a letter be sent to the municipalities' M.P.P.
endorsing the Conservation Authority's position.
Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
Yours truly
Linda J. Laliberte, C.G.A.
General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer
Encl.
STAFF REPORT — January 12, 2000
TO: Chair & Members of the Full Authority
RE: Oak Ridges Moraine
The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority has received staff reports and requests
of support from other GTA Conservation Authorities regarding recent initiatives of the
Regions of Durham, York and Peel in "The Oak Ridges Moraine, Towards a Long Term
Strategy, September 1999". A report from TRCA was circulated with the previous
agenda. The full joint Region report is available upon request.
The recommendations are as follows:
• Endorse the preparation of a co-ordinated strategy for the protection and
management of the Oak Ridges Moraine (ORM) in Durham, York & Peel;
• Endorse the process, outlined in their report, to prepare a co-ordinated long-term
strategy for the Oak Ridges Moraine;
• Commence discussions and obtain commitment from the Province, in partnership
with the Regions, to participate and fund the completion of the ORM long-term
strategy initiated in 1991;
• The research paper "The Oak Ridges Moraine, Towards a Long Term Strategy,
September 1999" be received for information and used to support further
discussions with the Province;
• Initiate the immediate establishment of an advisory panel of consulting and
government hydrogeologists to provide advice to the Regions on the geology and
hydrogeology of the ORM, in partnership with the Regions and in consultation with
Provincial ministries and other interested parties;
• Report back on the feasibility of developing an ORM database; and
• Forward the report and background paper to the Province, affected ministries, area
municipalities in Durham, local Conservation Authorities in Durham, the Durham
chapter of the Urban Development Institute, the Aggregate Producers Association
of Ontario, MPP's and MP's for Durham, York and Peel and other interested parties
for their information and comment.
A large portion of our watershed contains the Oak Ridges Moraine of which the
Conservation Authority, through the Ganaraska Forest owns a high percentage. This
is a significant feature of this watershed and although not under the same pressures
as other areas of the Moraine, requires further protectionary measures than the
existing regional and local planning policies.
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Past Initiatives on the Oak Ridoes Morain
In October 1989, the Greater Toronto Area Greenlands Strategy (Kanter Report) noted
that without one definition of the Moraine, clear objectives and a long-term
implementation strategy, the significance and sensitivity of the Moraine would not be
taken into consideration in the land use planning process. The study also
recommended that the Province declare a general expression of Provincial Interest for
the Oak Ridges Moraine Area, under Section 2 of the Planning Act, providing time for
the Province to conduct a comprehensive land use planning strategy for the area.
In 1990 the second Interim Report, "Watershed", by the Royal Commission on the
Future of the Toronto Waterfront urged the Province to form a special planning group
to study and implement guidelines for the Moraine.
The above two reports provided the stimulus for the Province to announce the
planning study of the Moraine and declare an expression of Provincial Interest in the
Oak Ridges Moraine in the GTA in 1991.
In 1991, the Province released a set of Implementation Guidelines to protect
significant features and control development of the ORM in the GTA. These
guidelines were meant to be interim, while a two-year planning study developed a long
term strategy for the GTA portion of the Moraine.
To complete the Oak Ridges Moraine study, the Province established a Technical
Working Committee (TWC) and a Citizens' Advisory Committee (CACI. The Toronto
and Region and Ganaraska Region Conservation Authorities both had representation
on the TWC. Between 1991 and 1994, fifteen background studies were completed,
representing the most comprehensive database of the natural environment, surface
and groundwater systems and resource uses on the Moraine at the cost of literally
millions. In 1994, the draft Oak Ridges Moraine Area Strategy for the Greater Toronto
Area was circulated for public comment.
The Strategy itself identifies three interconnected natural systems which form the
basis for the protection and management of the Oak Ridges Moraine System:
1) Natural Heritage System - (divided into Core and Corridor areas) This system
includes critical ecological features and functions (e.g. ESA's, ANSI's, kettle
lakes, wetlands, old growth forests, streams, etc.). The goal is to enhance the
diversity and health of animals, plants, and wildlife habitat with a focus on
native species.
2) Water Resource System - This system is made up of significant surface water
and groundwater resources. The goal is to ensure that clean and abundant
water is available to maintain baseflow, storage in lakes and wetlands, and
sustainable water use for local residents.
3) Landform Conservation System - This system includes the physical landforms
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and visual character of the Moraine. The goal is to ensure the form, character
and variety of landscapes within the Moraine is maintained, to minimize
disruption of natural processes, to maintain visual character and attractiveness
and to retain the educational and interpretive value of the Moraine.
The Strategy identified a number of Implementation Options that included
administration, funding and legislative modification to enhance the effectiveness of the
Strategy. The main options were:
11 A Provincial Policy Statement under Section 3 of the Planning Act;
2) A Plan under the Ontario Planning and Development Act; or
3) New legislation similar to the Niagara Escarpment Act.
In July 1994, the GRCA Board forwarded comments to the TWC supporting the
Strategy with a number of minor modifications with Resolution FA 107/94.
As part of the above Strategy, the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority
completed in December 1992 "Natural Heritage System for the Oak Ridges Moraine:
Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority Portion". This report was a test of scientific
rationale used for the GTA and combined with the Clarington portion of the GTA
reports, provides the GRCA an important resource for the upper third of our
watershed.
During the last five years, no action has been taken by the Province to finalize the
Strategy, to clarify the 1991 Interim Guidelines or to formalize its 1991 declaration of
Provincial Interest for the Oak Ridges Moraine. The current Provincial Policy
Statement is not clear enough or turns the responsibility over to local or regional
policy makers to defend themselves. Any new strategy must contain an
implementation framework to allow staff to preserve this provincially significant
feature and hold new development without having to put our limited resources into
defending decisions.
It is understood and agreed by all stakeholders that the Oak Ridges Moraine is an
important part of the landscape and the ecological functions within the Greater
Toronto Area. The Moraine, created during the last Ice Age, is composed of gravel
and till material and is comprised of a series of hilly deposits and depressions. The
soils, being made up of gravel and course sands, are permeable, so it can easily
absorb rainwater and snow runoff. When water penetrates down into the
groundwater, it moves horizontally to the edges of the moraine and then re-emerges
as the headwaters of our major streams. This process of groundwater recharge and
discharge provides the natural filtration of our water and moderates the flow and
temperature of the water in our larger creeks, particularly the Ganaraska River.
It is therefore essential that there be a comprehensive Provincial Strategy based on an
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understanding of the form, function and linkages of the Oak Ridges Moraine. New
large developments that impact the above three systems such as subdivisions, large
commercial or industrial projects or major changes to the landscape such as new
aggregate extraction operations must be limited. Individual lot development,
agricultural and recreational uses as well as sound forest management practises will
not significantly impact the Moraine and should not be restricted.
Any changes in policy must also consider the whole Oak Ridges Moraine. This feature
extends out of the GTA, through our watershed and further north and east. The
potentially affected local and upper tier planning organizations and conservation
authorities should be aware of progress to protect the Moraine. This should be a
provincial initiative to aid municipalities in Victoria, Peterborough and Northumberland
Counties facing development pressures moving across the boundary of the Greater
Toronto Area.
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT the GRCA endorse the recommendations of the Toronto & Region Conservation
Authority report "The Future of the Oak Ridges Moraine"; and
THAT the GRCA support the conclusions of the Regions of Durham, York and Peel in
"The Oak Ridges Moraine, Towards a Long Term Strategy, September 1999" and
participate in the ongoing discussions where appropriate; and
FURTHER THAT a copy of this resolution and staff report be sent to all watershed
stakeholders being affected.
Prepared by:
Rob Fra in, Planner
Recommended by: -0UJ'0-a6J
Li da J. Laliberte, CGA
General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer
MUNICIPALITY OF
Harington
ONTARIO
REPORT #1
REPORT TO COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 7, 2000
SUBJECT: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
MEETING OF MONDAY, JANUARY 31, 2000
RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. RECEIVE FOR INFORMATION
a) Report PD -011-00 - Annual Report on Site Plan Activities
b) Report PD -014-00
2. REZONING APPLICATION
1999 Annual Report and Work Program for
2000
APPLICANT: CHARLES MURPHY & SUSAN STEPHENSON
THAT Report PD -008-00 be received;
THAT the rezoning application submitted by G.M. Sennas & Associates Limited
on behalf of Charles Murphy and Susan Stephenson be referred back to Staff for
further processing and preparation of a subsequent report pending receipt of all
outstanding comments; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD -008-00 and any delegation be
advised of Council's decision.
3. REZONING APPLICATION
APPLICANT: DEREK BAIRD HOLDINGS INC
THAT Report PD -009-00 be received;
THAT the rezoning application ZBA 99-032 as revised to amend the Zoning By-
law 4-63, as submitted by D.G. Biddle & Associates Limited on behalf of Derek
Baird Holdings Inc., to permit the development of a professional office be
approved as shown on Attachment #3 to Report PD -009-00; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD -009-00 and any delegation be
advised of Council's decision.
CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
40 TEMPERANCE STREET • BOWMANVILLE • ONTARIO • LIC 3A6 • (906) 623-3379 - cAX 62_3 V169
WEBSITE: www. mun Wipalily. clannglon.on. ca
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Report #1
2- January 31, 2000
4. MONITORING OF THE DECISION OF THE COMMITTEE OF
ADJUSTMENT FOR THE MEETING OF JANUARY 13 2000
THAT Report PD -010-00 be received;
THAT Council concur with the decision of the Committee of Adjustment made on
January 13, 2000 for Application A99/066; and
THAT Staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend
the decision of the Committee of Adjustment for Application A99/066, in the event
of an appeal.
5. REQUEST FOR SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD
LORD ELGIN PUBLIC SCHOOL
THAT Report PD -012-00 be received;
THAT a School Crossing Guard not be placed at the intersection of High Street
and Fourth Street/Vanstone Court, Bowmanville at this time; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD -012-00 and any delegation be
advised of Council's decision.
6. COURTICE HIGHWAY NO. 2 CORRIDOR/COURTICE MAIN
MAIN CENTRAL AREA STUDY
THAT Report PD -013-00 be received;
THAT staff be authorized to proceed with preparing the Terms of Reference in
consultation with Regional staff and the tendering of a study for the Courtice
Highway No. 2 Corridor/Courtice Main Central Area Study; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD -013-00 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
7. ONTARIO PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS RESOLUTION -
PART-TRVIE FIREFIGHTERS
THAT Report FD -04-00 be received for information; and
THAT Council advise the Association of Municipalities of Ontario of their
opposition to the action being taken by the International Firefighters
Association and the Ontario Professional Firefighters Association.
Report #1 - 3 - January 31, 2000
8. EXTENSION OF EDWARD STREET EAST NEWCASTLE
THAT Report WD -06-00 be received;
THAT the existing right-of-way at the intersection of Edward Street East and
Beaver Street South, be reversed to give Edward Street East, as the major street,
the through road designation over Beaver Street South;
THAT a temporary all -way stop be implemented between Friday, March 31, 2000
and Monday, July 3, 2000 to minimize any impact on students attending Newcastle
Public School;
THAT the newly constructed streets for the "Clarnew, Phase 1" development be
included in Schedules 15 "Through Highways" and 16 "Stop Signs" of Traffic By-
law 91-58; and
THAT the proposed By-law attached to Report WD -06-00 be forwarded to Council
for approval.
9. AMENDMENTS TO TRAFFIC BY-LAW 91-58 PARKING
REGULATIONS
THAT Report WD -07-00 be received;
THAT the "No Parking Prohibition" on Beaver Street North between King Street
East and Andrew Street be changed from the east side to the west side of the
roadway;
THAT "No Parking Prohibitions" be posted on the east side of Beaver Street
North from King Street East to a point 75 metres northerly;
THAT "No Parking Prohibitions" be introduced on the south side of Prestonway
Drive, Bowmanville; and
THAT the proposed By-law attached to Report WD -07-00 be forwarded to Council
for approval.
10. PRESENTATION BY MR. DAVID BORYSIAK PERTAINING TO
HOMELESSNESS INITIATIVE FUND UPDATE
THAT the Presentation of Mr. David Borysiak, Department of Social Services, Region of
Durham, pertaining to Homelessness Initiative Fund Update be acknowledged with
appreciation.
SUMMARY OF BY-LAWS
FEBRUARY 7, 2000
BY-LAWS
2000-14 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive By-law for the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington (Derek Baird Holdings Inc.)
(Item #3 of Report #1)
2000-15 being a by-law to amend By-law 91-58, as amended, being a By-law to
Regulate Traffic on Highways, Municipal and Private Property in the
Municipality of Clarington (Item #8 of Report # 1)
2000-16 being a by-law to amend By-law 91-58, as amended, being a By-law to
Regulate Traffic on Highways, Municipal and Private Property in the
Municipality of Clarington (Item #9 of Report #1)