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Adopted as Amended
Council Meeting Minutes
JUNE 4, 2012
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on June 4, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., in the
Council Chambers.
Councillor Traill led the meeting in prayer.
ROLL CALL
Present Were: Mayor A. Foster
Councillor R. Hooper
Councillor J. Neal
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor W. Partner
Councillor C. Traill
Councillor W. Woo
Also Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Present: Facilities Manager, G. Acorn
Municipal Solicitor, A. Allison
Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Director of Operations, F. Horvath
Director of Corporate Services and Human Resources,
M. Marano
Director of Finance/Treasurer, N. Taylor
Communications Co-Ordinator, J. Vreeker, attended
until 7:56 p.m.
Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief, G. Weir
Administrative Assistant to the Municipal Clerk, C. Fleming
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
Mayor Foster indicated that Jackie Adams [Delegation (b)] would not be in attendance
this evening.
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor Neal indicated that he would be declaring a perceived interest with respect
to Correspondence Item D - 14.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Novak advised that she had attended the following events:
Durham Bike Summit 2012: Progress and Potential for Liveable Friendly
Neighbourhoods held on May 30, 2012 at the Jubilee Pavilion
Open House for the Canada Rubber Group Inc. on May 31, 2012
Bowmanville Creek Fish By-Pass Channel sod-turning on Wednesday, May 31,
2012
Clarington Project Drum Session at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church
Community Care Durham Volunteer Appreciation and Barbeque
Councillor Novak announced the following events:
The opening of the new eye clinic tonight at the Bowmanville Hospital
Study Commencement for the Clarington Science and Technology Business
Park Class Environmental Assessment
Public Open House on June 14, 2012 at the Courtice Community Complex for
the Hancock Neighbourhood Design
Councillor Partner advised that she had attended the following events:
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board 2012 Equity and Diversity Gala at
the Pines Senior Public School on May 31, 2012
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Clarington’s Spring Food and Wine Festival at
the Newcastle Community Hall on June 2, 2012
Sod-turning ceremony for the expansion of the Newcastle Fellowship Baptist
Church
Councillor Partner also announced the following:
Wednesday, June 6, 2102 is Tim Horton’s Camp Day where all proceeds from
coffee sales are donated to the Tim Horton’s Children’s Foundation
June 14, 2012 the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride will perform at
the Orono Fairgrounds at 6:30 p.m.
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She expressed appreciation to all supporters of the 2 Annual “In the Face of
an Angel” Golf Tournament for Ovarian Cancer which raised $7,500
Councillor Traill announced that she had attended the following events:
The launch of the Helmets to Hardhats Program connecting veterans to training
and employment opportunities in the construction industry where the
Government has committed $150,000
The Bethesda House Annual Fundraising Dinner Auction on Thursday,
May 17, 2012 at the Clarington Beech Centre which raised over $11,000
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The DurhamCLEAR Fundraising Dinner on Saturday, May 26, 2012 at the
Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex, where the speaker was Mike
Schreiner, the Leader of the Green Party of Ontario
Councillor Traill also announced the following:
On June 5, 2012, there will be a community meeting at the Bowmanville High
School to promote Bowmanville as the next “Million Dollar Community” as
featured on the Oprah Network
On June 6, 2012, there will be a community meeting at the Bowmanville High
School for residents of the Trudeau community to discuss neighbourhood
issues
On June 16, 2012, the Annual Tyrone “Spirit Day” will take place featuring
country games, a barbeque and jumping castles for the children
Councillor Woo announced that he had attended the following events:
The 4th Annual Mr./Ms. Community Living Comedy Auction on May 29, 2012
The Open House for the Canada Rubber Group Inc. on May 31, 2012.
Councillor Woo recognized Sheila Hall, Clarington Board of Trade, in the
gallery this evening and extended congratulations to the Board for their efforts
in bringing the company’s consolidated operations to Bowmanville
On Thursday, he brought greetings on behalf of the Municipality to Community
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Care Durham in celebration of their 35 Anniversary
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The 6 Anniversary of Kingsway Arms Retirement Residence
The Perinatal Bereavements Society of Ontario Butterfly Release and Garden
Partyat the Pickering Museum
Councillor Woo also announced the following:
On Thursday, June 7, 2012, St. Marys Cement will receive the International
Organizations for Standardization’s (ISO) 50001 certification, the first
industrialized organization in North America to receive the designation.
Councillor Woo noted that as a result of processes adopted St. Marys has
realized energy savings of $3 million over the past three years
The “Little Hospital With Heart” exhibit opened at the Clarington Museum and
Archives over the weekend
Councillor Hooper announced that he had attended the following events:
The Open House for the Canada Rubber Group Inc. on May 31, 2012
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The 6 Anniversary of Kingsway Arms Retirement Residence
The 172 Air Cadet Squadron Ceremony on the weekend
The Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Clarington’s Spring Food and Wine Festival
at the Newcastle Community Hall on June 2, 2012
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The 10 Annual Alfie Shrubb Classic Walk/Run on Sunday, June 2, 2012
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Sod-turning ceremony for the expansion of Newcastle Fellowship Baptist
Church
Councillor Hooper also announced the following:
The Fifth annual Rockin' Rotary Ribfest will be held June 8, 9, and 10, 2012, at
the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex
Doors Open Clarington will be held on Saturday, June 9,2012
On June 10, 2012, an Ecumenical Service of Christian Worship will be held at
Rotary Park at 11:00 a.m.
2012 Concerts in the Park Series held at Rotary Park start on June 14, 2012
featuring the Lincolnaires. Various artists will perform throughout the summer
including Rainstone and Hotel California
Councillor Neal announced the following:
He attended the Open House for the Canada Rubber Group Inc. and the
Bowmanville Creek Fish By-Pass Channel sod-turning on Wednesday, May 31,
2012 and the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Clarington’s Spring Food and
Wine Festival at the Newcastle Community Hall on June 2, 2012
Mayor Foster announced the following:
The Rainbow Flag was raised today at the Municipal Administrative Centre and
the Official Pride Gala Dinner will be at Bobby C’s tomorrow night
He encouraged the community to attend the meeting on June 5, 2012 to
support the “Million Dollar Community” contest
The grand opening of “Your Home and Windows” takes place on Friday,
June 8, 2012 in Hampton
Pride Family Barbeque will be held at the Dnipro Hall in Oshawa on Friday at
2:00 p.m.
A barbeque in support of Sick Kids will be held at 140 Richfield Square on
June 9, 2012
The Newcastle Home and Trade Show will be held on Sunday
Resolution #C-172-12
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held May 14, 2012, be approved.
“CARRIED”
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PRESENTATIONS
Albert Sweetnam, Vice President, Nuclear Projects, Ontario Power Generation (OPG)
addressed Council to provide a progress report on OPG’s two major Nuclear Projects
– Darlington Refurbishment and Continued Operation and Darlington New Nuclear
Project. Mr. Sweetnam introduced Keith Howard, Director of Engineering for the
Darlington New Nuclear Project also in attendance this evening. Through use of a
PowerPoint presentation, Mr. Sweetnam reviewed the Refurbishment and Continued
Operation Environmental Assessment, project statistics and next steps.
Mr. Sweetnam noted for Environmental Assessment purposes, the Refurbishment
project has been split into two phases, the refurbishment phase (2013-2024) which
will encompass replacing reactor components, placing them in new waste storage
buildings and restarting the reactors and the continued operation phase (2019-2055)
which includes continued electricity generation for 25 to 30 years, ongoing
maintenance, improvements, upgrades and construction and operation of additional
used fuel dry storage building. He stated that OPG has conducted extensive studies
in support of the Environmental Assessment culminating in a 5,000 page document
and 15 technical supporting documents being submitted to the Canadian Nuclear
Safety Commission. Mr. Sweetnam noted that the submission included values and
perspectives of the community and the Region of Durham. He stated the
Environmental Impact Statement concluded that the refurbishment project will not
result in any significant adverse effects, when taking into account proposed design
and mitigation measures. The one area where there is a residual effect that cannot be
completely mitigated is in the loss of common forage fish for example, the round goby,
an invasive species affected by the operation of the cooling station. Mr. Sweetnam
indicated that OPG continues to monitor and investigate ways to ensure it remains
insignificant. He noted the project may also cause some relatively minor negative
effects within 3 kilometres of the site and that they are working closely with the
Ministry of Transportation, the Region of Durham and the Municipality of Clarington to
discuss what the potential effects of the project may have on roads and traffic flow
around the site. He stated the project will bring positive effects throughout its life
including employment opportunities, municipal revenue and business and supplier
opportunities. Mr. Sweetnam confirmed that the majority of the work will be done
inside the existing station but additional new buildings, renovations and extensions to
existing structures will also be required and will include a new building to store the
heavy water, expansion of the existing Darlington Waste Management Facility, one or
two other buildings to accommodate used fuel that will be removed from the reactors
during refurbishment and other buildings for maintenance shops and employee
workstations. Mr. Sweetnam highlighted next steps advising the Environmental
Assessment work is in the hands of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission noting
Federal and Provincial agencies and the CNSC are reviewing the documents. A draft
document for public review and comment was issued today and the CNSC will hold a
public hearing in support of the Refurbishment Environmental Assessment in
November.
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Mr. Sweetnam highlighted other refurbishment related work including the Darlington
Energy Complex building which will house a full-scale reactor mock up, Public
Information Centre and Security Processing Centre, a joint venture of SNC-Lavalin
Nuclear Inc. and Aecon Construction Group to remove and replace tubes for each of
the station’s four reactors, and the installation and connection of municipal sewer and
water lines. Once full municipal water and sewer service is in place for the station, the
onsite waste water treatment facility will cease to operate.
Mr. Sweetnam provided an overview of the Darlington New Nuclear Project. He
advised that the Federally-appointed Joint Review Panel had released their report
which concluded that the project will not result in any significant adverse
environmental effects, given mitigation. He noted that subsequently, the Federal
Cabinet has approved the Environmental Assessment and that the next step will be
the issuance of the Licence to prepare the site by the Joint Review Panel, although a
Judicial Review was filed against the decision and that process continues in Federal
court. Mr. Sweetnam stated that OPG continues to ensure they are project ready by
preparing the site for turn over to the vendor including an access road at the northeast
area of the property. Mr. Sweetnam indicated that OPG is examining two ways to
provide cooling water to the condenser process including a “once through” lake water
existing process and mechanical draft cooling towers where excess heat is transferred
to the atmosphere. OPG will use a formal decision process known as BATEA (Best
Available Technology Economically Achievable) to select the option that provides the
best environmental performance and is also economical and ensures that all key
factors are included in making a balanced and transparent solution. Mr. Sweetnam
indicated that the two options were compared against 19 factors and based on studies
the initial indication is that “once through” is the best solution. This solution is now
being confirmed through stakeholder workshops where additional information and
views can be used to conclude the evaluation.
In response to questions, Mr. Sweetnam acknowledged that OPG is aware that the
Municipality does not want cooling towers; however, he stated the CNSC still requires
that the study be done. Mr. Sweetnan also confirmed that the full mock-up reactor is
unique in the world and that the suggestion to offer training would be taken under
advisement.
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DELEGATIONS
Marilyn Morawetz, Doors Open Clarington, addressed Council concerning
Correspondence Item I – 8. Through use of a PowerPoint presentation,
Ms. Morawetz highlighted the 2012 Doors Open Clarington event taking place on
June 9, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. providing residents and visitors with the
opportunity to explore both known and little-known buildings. She provided a history
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of Doors Open Ontario which has grown since 2002 noting this is the 3 year
Clarington will showcase unique and surprising sites for everyone to see including a
behind-the-scenes bus tour of Ontario Power Generation, Eldad United Church, and
Benjamin Lett’s homestead to name a few. Ms. Morawetz stated that whether a
person is interested in heritage sites or places that lie in abandoned disrepair, there
will be something for everyone along the western border of Clarington. She thanked
Council for their support of the event and extended an invitation to all to experience
the day and explore untold secrets. Ms. Morawetz presented a plaque to Mayor
Foster thanking Council for supporting Doors Open Clarington 2010 and 2011.
Prior to the meeting, Jackie Adams had advised that she would not be in attendance.
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-173-12
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the communications to be received for information be approvedwith the
exception of Correspondence Items I - 10, I - 13, I - 4 and I - 6.
“CARRIED”
I - 1 Minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory
Committee dated May 8, 2012
I - 2 Minutes of the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee dated
May 10, 2012
I - 3 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated
May 15, 2012
I - 5 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated April 17, 2012
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I - 7 The Honourable Charles Sousa, Minister of Citizenship and
Immigration, advising that nominations are being accepted for the
Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship, an award established in 1973 to
honour Ontarians who, through exceptional, long-term efforts, have
made outstanding contributions to community life; indicating that
nomination forms are available on-line by visiting the Ministry’s
website at www.ontario.ca/honoursandawards or by calling 1-877-
832-8622; and, encouraging members of the public to nominate a
deserving citizen in the community. The deadline for receipt of
nominations is July 17, 2012.
I - 8 Marilyn Morawetz, Doors Open Clarington 2012, thanking Council for
the Community Grant and advising Doors Open Clarington will be
held on Saturday, June 9, 2012.
I - 9 John R. O’Toole, MPP, Durham, forwarding a copy of
correspondence he received from the Honourable Kathleen Wynne,
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, regarding Clarington’s
resolution with respect to special funding to cover municipal budget
deficits, acknowledging that legislation prohibits municipalities from
developing a budget deficit; indicating the Provincial economy faces
significant challenges and that the government is committed to
ensuring Ontarians receive the best value for their tax dollars; stating
that the Province will meet these challenges through fundamental
reforms; and, advising the Province has the ability to provide special
assistance to a municipality in regard to an emergency or unforeseen
situation based on a detailed qualitative and quantitative financial
review and that she will forward the Municipality’s correspondence to
the Honourable Dwight Duncan for information.
I - 11 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham,
advising that on May 16, 2012, Regional Council adopted the
following resolution pertaining to Revised Energy From Waste –
Waste Management Advisory Committee Terms of Reference:
“a) THAT the revised Terms of Reference for the Energy from
Waste – Waste Management Advisory Committee be approved;
and
b) THAT a copy of Report No. 2012-WR-2 of the Commissioner of
Works and the revised Energy from Waste – Waste Management
Advisory Committee Terms of Reference be forwarded to the
Municipality of Clarington.”
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I - 12 The Honourable Jim Bradley, Minister of the Environment, responding
to Council’s correspondence of April 17, 2012, requesting that a
monitoring well be placed on the property adjacent to the Morgan’s
Road commercial fill site; indicating that following the issuance of a
Director’s Order requiring the owner of the commercial fill site to
submit an environmental site assessment including a plan to monitor
ground water, a plan was submitted including groundwater sample
analysis results and that following Ministry staff review, it was
concluded that groundwater beneath and flowing off the site, meets
all health-based criteria for drinking water; advising that in addition,
drinking water well sampling was conducted by the Ministry at three
private residences located in the vicinity of the commercial fill site with
no exceedances of the Ministry’s drinking water standards; and,
advising that the Ministry has determined that the installation of a
monitoring well off-site is not required at this time but that they will
continue to review circumstances that may dictate the need to have
off-site groundwater monitoring in the area.
I - 14 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham,
advising that on May 16, 2012, Regional Council adopted the
following resolution pertaining to Quarterly Report on Planning
Activities:
“a) THAT Report #2012-P-37 of the Commissioner of Planning and
Economic Development be received for information; and
b) THAT a copy of Report #2012-P-37 be forwarded to all Durham
Area Municipalities, Durham Regional Police Service, and Durham
Emergency Medical Services for information.”
I - 15 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham,
advising that on May 16, 2012, Regional Council adopted the
following resolution pertaining to analysis related to the election of the
Regional Chair:
“a) THAT Report #2012-A-15 of the Regional Clerk and Chief
Administrative Officer be received for information; and
b) THAT a copy of Report #2012-A-15 be forwarded to the Area
Municipalities for information.”
I - 16 Melodee Smart, Administrative Assistant, Works Department,
Regional Municipality of Durham, forwarding copies of the following
documents, in accordance with the Notice of Approval to Proceed
with the Undertaking regarding the Amended Environmental
Assessment for Durham and York Residual Waste Study, Condition 3
Public Record:
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Letter to the Ministry of the Environment dated May 4, 2012,
with a copy to the EFWAC, York Regional Clerk and Durham
Regional Clerk, regarding Submission of the Revised Odour
Management and Mitigation Plan
Durham York Energy Centre Odour Management and
Mitigation Plan (Revised April 2012) and,
advising that the documents are also available on the EFW project
website at http://www.durhamyorkwaste.ca/project/efw-committee.htm
I - 17 Debbie Shields, City Clerk, City of Pickering advising Pat Madill,
Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham that the Council of
the City of Pickering has consented to the passage of a Regional
Chair Election By-law.
I - 10 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, writing
to Metrolinx advising that on May 16, 2012, Regional Council adopted
the following resolution pertaining to Metrolinx – BikeLinx Funding:
“a) THAT given that the Local Area Municipal requests for BikeLinx
funding exceeded available funding, the Region’s BikeLinx
funding be distributed to the area municipalities based on current
value weighted assessment as noted below, with the exception of
the Township of Uxbridge, who did not submit a request for
funding:
Municipality Recommended
Funding Allocation ($)
Ajax 29,021
Oshawa 36,633
Pickering 29,021
Whitby 35,365
Clarington 21,568
Scugog 6,978
Brock 4,000
Uxbridge 0
Total 162,586
b) THAT the Regional Chair and Clerk be authorized to execute
agreements with the area municipalities for the distribution of
funds received by the Region through the BikeLinx program of
Metrolinx, for the provision of sheltered, safe and secure bicycle
parking in strategic locations in the Region; and
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c) THAT a copy of Joint Report No. 2012-J-15 be forwarded to each
of the area municipalities and Metrolinx.”
Resolution #C-174-12
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Correspondence Item I – 10 from the Region of Durham with respect to
Metrolinx – BikeLinx Funding be received for information.
“CARRIED”
I - 13 Debi A. Wilcox, Town Clerk, Town of Whitby, writing to the
Honourable Kathleen Wynne, Minister of Municipal Affairs and
Housing, advising that on May 7, 2012, the Town of Whitby adopted
the following resolution pertaining to Development Charges – Cost of
Growth:
“1. THAT Council receive the following report as information; and
2. THAT Council request that the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and
Housing amend the Development Charges legislation to allow
municipalities to offset the full cost of growth through
development charges.
3. THAT the Town Clerk forward a copy of this report and Council’s
resolution to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the
Region of Durham, area municipalities within Durham Region, the
member of Provincial Parliament for Whitby, the Ontario Minister
of Finance and members of AMO.”
Resolution #C-175-12
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Partner
the resolution from the Town of Whitby with respect to Development
THAT
Charges – Cost of Growth be endorsed.
“CARRIED”
I - 4 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated
April 26, 2012
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Resolution #C-176-12
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT theminutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated
April 26, 2012 be received for information.
“CARRIED”
I - 6 The Honourable Jim Bradley, Minister of the Environment, responding
to Council’s correspondence of December 20, 2011, regarding
regulations for the movement of commercial fill; indicating that the
Ministry is in the process of developing guidance related to soil
management activities focusing on commercial fill operations detailing
the Ministry’s expectations for those who manage excess soils to help
ensure a consistent approach across the province and to encourage
reuse for beneficial purposes to prevent excess soil from being
unnecessarily disposed of in landfills; and, inviting the Municipality to
contact Kathleen Anderson, Assistant Director, at 416-326-3466 to
provide comments or receive further information.
Resolution #C-177-12
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT Correspondence Item I – 6 from the Honourable Jim Bradley, Minister of
the Environment, with respect to regulations for the movement of commercial fill
be received for information and forwarded to Conservation Authorities and all
municipalities in Ontario.
“CARRIED”
CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Resolution #C-178-12
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Items D - 1 to D - 13 be approved as per the Agenda with the
exception of Correspondence Item D - 3.
“CARRIED”
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D - 1 Cheryl Green, Administrative and Event Facilitator, Diabetes
Coordinating Office, Durham Region Diabetes Network , requesting
that November 14, 2012, be proclaimed as “World Diabetes Day” to
assist in educating the public about diabetes and its complications;
indicating that in support of “World Diabetes Day”, the Durham
Region Diabetes Network will be planning several diabetes
awareness events including their biggest community initiative
“Durham Diabetes Day” to be held on Saturday, November 10, 2012,
providing awareness, education, motivation and support for people in
Durham Region living with diabetes; and thanking Council for their
previous support and anticipated assistance this year.
(Proclaimed)
D - 2 Cathy Abraham, Acting Chairperson, Newcastle Community Hall,
requesting approval for the transfer of $25,000 from the Irene Rinch
Trust fund to the Heritage Garden Fund as the Newcastle
Community Hall’s commitment to the project and requesting approval
of $3,500 from the Montague Fund to cover the purchase of
equipment for the Hall.
(Requests for transfer of funds
approved)
D - 4 Bethesda House and Clarington Older Adult Association announcing
that on June 15, 2012, a “Silent No More” event will take place at the
Cenotaph beside the Municipal Administrative Centre between 1:00
p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to speak out against elder abuse; advising that
organizations and individuals will be gathering together the same
hour in many locations throughout Durham to be “Silent No More”
about Elder Abuse in our Region; and, requesting that June 15,
2012, be proclaimed “Elder Abuse Awareness Day”.
(Proclaimed)
D - 5 Sheila Nicholas, Chair, Teachers of English as a Second Language
Association of Ontario (TESL), requesting the week of November 4
to November 10, 2012, be proclaimed “English as a Second
Language Week” in Clarington; and, inviting Members of Council to
participate in their annual conference to be held November 8 to 10,
2012 providing professional development for educators,
administrators, students and volunteers who work with immigrants,
refugees, citizens and visitors making it possible for them to learn the
English language.
(Proclaimed)
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D - 6 Tracylynn Hu, Area Administrator, Heart & Stroke Foundation –
Durham Region, requesting approval to hold their annual Heart and
Stroke Big Bike Event on June 11, 2012; forwarding a map of the
route which will begin and end at Kelsey’s Restaurant, 90 Clarington
Boulevard; advising they have requested a Road Occupancy permit
from the Region of Durham; will have escorts for all of their rides and
will provide appropriate proof of insurance with the minimum liability
coverage of $2,000,000.
(Approved provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a road
occupancy permit from the
Engineering Services Department)
D - 7 Heila Pitter, Outreach Services Manager, Bethesda House,
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requesting permission to hold the 8 Annual “Clarington Take Back
the Night – Walk for a Safer Community” to be held on Tuesday,
September 18, 2012; advising the walk is an international event
symbolizing a way for women to “reclaim” the streets after dark;
forwarding details of the event commencing at 6:00 p.m. in the
parking lot of the Royal Canadian Legion; and, indicating that
appropriate proof of insurance will be supplied.
(Approved provided the Organizer’s
apply for and obtain a road
occupancy permit from the
Engineering Services Department)
D - 8 Heila Pitter, Outreach Services Manager, Bethesda House, advising
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that on June 23, 2012, Bethesda House is hosting Durham’s 4
Annual Men’s walk against domestic violence: “Walk-A-Mile-In-Her-
Shoes” event, a fundraising event for Bethesda House providing
public awareness of the issue of domestic abuse in Durham Region;
and, requesting permission to install a banner on Veridian poles east
of Durham Road 57 from June 11 to June 24, 2012, to promote the
event.
(Approval of installation of banner
and Veridian advised)
D - 9 Garth Gilpin, Secretary-Treasurer, Historic Downtown Bowmanville
Business Centre, informing Council that Shaima Rezazada, Curves
Fitness Centre, has volunteered to sit as a Director on the Board of
Management, effective May 8, 2012 for the balance of the current
term which expires on December 31, 2014.
(Approval of appointment of Shaima
Rezazada to the Historic Downtown
Bowmanville Board of Management
for the balance of the current term
expiring December 31, 2014)
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D - 10 David Stuckless, Magnetsigns, expressing concerns that some sign
companies are using faded colours as a way to get around the
requirement of the Mobile sign by-law prohibiting the use of
fluorescent colours; and, requesting Council to modify/remove the
prohibited fluorescent colours clause from the By-law and to add a
clause “all mobile signs are to be well maintained and in good
condition. No faded letters are to be used”.
(Correspondence referred to staff)
D - 11 Newtonville Town Hall Board, requesting permission to close Church
Lane extending from 21 Church Lane to include the total road area
covered by the Ina Brown Parkette to hold their annual community
barbeque on Saturday, June 16, 2012.
(Approved provided the organizers
apply for and obtain a Road
Occupancy Permit from the
Engineering Services Department)
D - 12 Donald George Duthie, Maj. (ret), Committee Chairman,
172 Clarington Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets, requesting
permission to hold Fall Tagging days from Thursday, October 11 to
Sunday, October 14, 2012 and Spring Tagging days from Thursday,
May 2 to Sunday, May 5, 2013.
(Tag days October 11 to 14, 2012
and May 2 to 5, 2013 approved)
D - 13 Grant Girard proposing that two Canadian flags be attached to each
bridge over Highway 401 along The Highway of Heroes route from
Trenton to Toronto, including the Don Valley Parkway, to show our
admiration for our Armed Forces with more heartfelt expression;
each flag painted on comparable board as the green city distance
signs along the highway since painted signs would last longer and be
less expensive to maintain than cloth flags on a flagpole; the flags
could be attached to the centre of each bridge, on flag per side.
(Correspondence referred to the
Ministry of Transportation of Ontario)
D - 3 Nick Kulb, Partner and Executive Producer, Republic Live,
requesting that the Boots and Hearts Music Festival be declared a
“municipally significant” event; indicating that as per the
requirements of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, the
Organizer must submit documentation to this effect as part of the
application for Special Occasion Permit; and, indicating that they are
looking forward to working with local officials in bringing this festival
to Bowmanville and trust it will be an enjoyable experience for all.
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Resolution #C-179-12
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the correspondence from Nick Kulb, Republic Live, regarding the Boots
and Hearts Music Festival, be received;
THAT the Boots and Hearts Music Festival scheduled for August 10 to 12,
2012 at the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park be declared a municipally
significant event for the purpose of obtaining a Special Occasion Permit; and
THAT Nick Kulb be advised of Council’s decision.
“CARRIED”
Councillor Neal stated a perceived pecuniary interest with respect to
Correspondence Item D - 14 as he is a member of the Rotary Club of Courtice,
and left the Council Chambers during discussion and voting on this matter.
D - 14 Marie Visser, President Elect, Rotary Club of Courtice, requesting
approval to hold their Annual Canada Day Fireworks Celebration at
the Garnett B. Rickard Recreation Complex park on July 1, 2012,
commencing at 5:00 p.m. and ending at approximately 10:30 p.m.;
advising the event will feature live entertainment, children’s activities,
a military display and outstanding fireworks; and, requesting the
closure of Stevens Road between Highway 57 and Clarington
Boulevard from 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. to ensure the safety of
attendees, volunteers and participants. Auxiliary police will ensure
safety for all involved and all required documentation including
liability insurance will be in order.
Resolution #C-180-12
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the request from Marie Visser, President Elect, Rotary Club of Courtice
to hold their Annual Canada Day Fireworks Celebration at the Garnett B.
Rickard Recreation Complex park on July 1, 2102 be approved provided the
organizers apply for and obtain a Road Occupancy Permit from the
Engineering Services Department.
“CARRIED”
Councillor Neal returned to the meeting.
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D - 15 Raymond Benns, Chair, Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority
(GRCA), forwarding the following resolution adopted on May 17,
2012, pertaining to industrial wind projects for Council’s
consideration:
“WHEREAS the Oak Ridges Moraine is an environmentally sensitive,
geological landform that contains the headwaters of 65 rivers and
streams and whose aquifer systems provide drinking water directly to
250,000 people and millions more;
WHEREAS the Oak Ridges Moraine is a protected landform under
the Oak Ridges Moraine Act;
WHEREAS there are industrial wind projects proposed on the Oak
Ridges Moraine;
WHEREAS Municipalities are not the approval authority on
Renewable Energy Projects;
WHEREAS under legislation the Ganaraska Region Conservation
authority is a public commenting body under the Oak Ridges
Moraine Conservation Plan;
WHEREAS the member municipalities of Clarington, Township of
Cavan-Monaghan, City of Kawartha Lakes and Hamilton Township
have passed resolutions calling for and supporting a moratorium on
industrial wind projects;
WHEREAS the Ontario Federation of Agriculture has called for a
moratorium on the approval of IWT’s;
WHEREAS STORM Coalition has called for a halt on the approval of
energy infrastructure projects on the Moraine until a cumulative
assessment is done on the impact of industrial wind projects on the
Oak Ridges Moraine and full environmental assessments are made
mandatory;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
THAT the Board of Directors of Ganaraska Region Conservation
Authority calls for a moratorium on all industrial wind projects on the
Oak Ridges Moraine; and
THAT full environmental assessments be required for all IWTs
projects as a condition of REA Approval;
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THAT these resolutions be circulated to all municipalities in the
Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority watershed, AMO,
Conservation Ontario, Kawartha Conservation Authority, Otonabee
Region Conservation Authority, Minister of the Environment, Minister
of Municipal Affairs, Minister of Natural Resources, Minister of
Energy, the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, MPP John
O’Toole, MPP Laurie Scott and MPP Rob Milligan.”
Resolution #C-181-12
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the resolution from the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority with
respect to industrial wind projects be endorsed.
“CARRIED”
COMMITTEE REPORT(S)
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report May 28, 2012.
Resolution #C-182-12
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of May 28, 2012 be
approved, with the exception of Items #7, #3, and #2.
“CARRIED”
Item #7
Resolution #C-183-12
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Report CLD-019-12 be received;
THAT the Exotic Pet By-law 93-161 be amended to:
a) regulate the keeping of pigeons including requirements pertaining to
enclosures, banding, owner membership with a recognized pigeon
organization, containment of the pigeons, and limiting the number of
pigeons permitted within non-agriculturally zoned lands based on a
maximum of 10 pigeons per 1.0 square metre of loft space;
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b) to provide for temporary permits for prohibited animals to be exempt from
the provisions of the Exotic Pet By-law provided that all permit requirements
are met to the satisfaction of the Municipal Clerk, or designate;
c) amend Schedule A to permit the keeping of certain classes of animals;
d) to provide that any pot bellied pig of a weight less than or equal to
100 lbs., that is spayed/neutered by the end of the registration period, and
that was kept by an owner as a pet on land that is not in an Agricultural
zone prior to the passage of the by-law be permitted, provided that proof of
purchase is established before May 28, 2012 and registration be no later
than June 30, 2012;
THAT the draft by-law attached to Report CLD-019-12 be approved by Council; and
THAT all interested parties be advised of Council’s decision.
“CARRIED LATER IN THE MEETING”
(See following motion)
Resolution #C-184-12
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-183-12 be amended by adding the word “existing”
after the word “any” on the first line in Section (d).
“MOTION LOST”
The foregoing Resolution #C-183-12 was then put to a vote and CARRIED.
Item #3
Resolution #C-185-12
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT Report PSD-027-121 be received;
THAT the applications to amend the Official Plan, Zoning By-law and Draft Approved
Plan of Subdivision submitted by Prestonvale Heights Limited to permit the
development of 261 residential units continue to be processed including the
preparation of a subsequent recommendation report;
THAT the applicant, together with the Planning Services Department Staff, hold a
public information centre meeting in the community; and
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THAT notification of the public information centre meeting be issued to residents
within a 250m radius of the subject lands; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-027-12 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
“CARRIED”
Item #2
Resolution #C-186-12
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Report PSD-026-12 be received;
THAT the rezoning application submitted by 1331030 Ontario Inc. be approved and
that the proposed Zoning By-law contained in Attachment 2 to Report PSD-026-12 be
passed; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-026-12 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
“CARRIED”
STAFF REPORT(S)
There were no Staff Reports considered under this Section of the Agenda.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no Unfinished Business considered under this Section of the Agenda.
BY-LAWS
Resolution #C-187-12
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2012-042 to 2012-047;
2012-042 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
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2012-043 Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle
(1331030 Ontario Inc.)
2012-044 Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By-law for the Municipality of Clarington related to ZBA2011-0035
(Hayes Line (Bowmanville) Ltd.)
2012-045 Being a By-law prohibiting and regulating the keeping of certain
animals within the Municipality of Clarington
2012-046 Being a By-law to impose a Minimum Tax Amount
2012-047 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2004-253 to provide for Civil
Marriage Services to be Offered by the Municipality of Clarington;
and
THAT the said by-laws be approved.
“CARRIED”
PROCEDURAL NOTICE(S) OF MOTION
There were no Procedural Notices of Motion introduced under this Section of the
Agenda.
OTHER BUSINESS
Councillor Neal questioned the nature of the Zoning By-law Amendment for the
th
Public meeting to be held June 25 for lands located at the southeast corner of
Prestonvale Road and Bloor Street. The Commissioner of Planning Services
explained the proposal is for a plan of subdivision immediately north of the South
Courtice arena complex for 300 residential units including a mix of single and
semi detached homes, townhouses, an apartment building, parkette and
dedication of open space along the valley lands. The requirement for the
amendment is to implement the final plan of subdivision as to how it would be laid
out and to zone for apartments and townhouses.
Councillor Neal stated a perceived pecuniary interest earlier in the meeting and
refrained from voting on the Confirming By-law.
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CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-188-12
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2012-048, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
th
on the 4 day of June, 2012; and
THAT the said by-law be approved.
“CARRIED”
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-189-12
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:25 p.m.
“CARRIED”
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MAYOR ACTING MUNICIPAL CLERK