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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/28/2000 . ~ - THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON General Pnrpose and Administration Committee ROLL CALL Present Were: Also Present: February 28, 2000 Minutes of a meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on Monday, February 28, 2000 at 9:30 a.m., in the Council Chambers. MayorD. Hamre Councillor J. Mutton Councillor M. Novak Councillor J. Rowe Councillor 1. Schell Councillor C. Trim Councillor T. Young Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu Director of Community Services, J. Caruana Fire Chief, M. Creighton Director of Planning and Development, D. Crome Treasurer, M. Marano Director of Public Works, S. Vokes Deputy Clerk, M. Knight Stanley DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting. MINUTES PRESENTATION Councillor Novak indicated that she would be Disclosing a Pecuniary Interest with respect to the delegation of Kerry Meydam. Resolution #GPA-75-00 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on February 14,2000 be approved. "CARRIED" (a) Sally Ward, 3681 Lakeshore Road, Newcastle, LIB IL9 -re: Newcastle Youth- circulated a document entitled "Correlation of Opinions from our Youth at Clarke High School..." and advised that she moved to Newcastle twelve years ago so that her children could live in a cleaner, fresher and friendly environment. The teens of Newcastle and Orono have advised her that there is "no where to go and nothing to do." A neighbour who is a teacher at Clarke High School has requested that her students express their ideas on how to address the youth problems by writing an essay. She has forwarded thirty of these to the Director of Community Services. . . . G.P. & A. Minutes -2 - February 28, 2000 PRESENTATION CONT'D. DELEGATIONS PUBLIC MEETINGS She noted that a recent cost efficiency study has found that it is cheaper in the long run to concentrate up front on youth programming and rehabilitation using the positive approach of intense one on one counselling over a few months with positive role reinforcements including a variety of social progranuning as opposed to sending the young offenders to boot camp. She requested that the Municipality provide some assistance with addressing the youth problems. Councillor Novak stated a pecuniary interest with respect to the delegation of Kerry Meydam; vacated her chair and refrained from discussion and voting on the subject matter. Members of Councillor Novak's family reside in the vicinity of the Black Creek Farewell wetland. (a) Kerry Meydam, 3828 Trulls Road, Courtice, LIE 2L3- re: Provincial Wetland Mapping - circulated a copy of her presentation dated February 28, 2000 and provided background information on the Birchdale Development and the various meetings which have been held between the proponent, residents and Planning staff. She requested that a formal request be made to the Ministry of Natural Resources by the Mnnicipality to complete the wetland mapping fotthwith and with completion prior to the OMB hearing for Birchdale Developments which is scheduled for April 10, 12, 13 and 14,2000. Councillor Novak chaired this portion ofthe meeting. Pursuant to the Planning Act, the Council of the Municipality ofClarington, through its General Purpose and Administration Committee, is holding a Public Meeting for the following applications: (a) Rezoning Application - Part Lot 32, B.F. Concession 2, Former Township of Darlington - James Tremblay on behalf of Ken Pasricha (b) Rezoning Application -Part Lot 11, B.F. Concession Former Town of Bowmanville - T.S.C. Stores Limited The Clerk's Department sent public notice for the rezoning applications by first class mail on or before February 7, 2000 to all property owners within 120 metres of the subject properties in accordance with the latest municipal assessment record. In addition, a notice was also posted on the sites prior to February 7, 2000. This notice procedure is in compliance with the Ontario Regulation made under the Planning Act. (a) Report PD-019-00 - James Tremblay on behalf of Ken Pasricha .- the purpose and effect of the application is to rezone the property to an appropriate zone to permit the development of a funeral parlour. Mike McKenna, 14 Sandringham Drive, Courtice, LIE IX4 expressed concerns pertaining to: the need for a traffic study the devaluation of properties the invasion of his privacy access and egress to and from the property; and restriction on his daily activities: ie lawn mowing, snow blowing, use of chainsaw. G.P. & A. Minutes - 3 - February 28, 2000 . PUBLIC MEETINGS CONT'D. Ferdinando Longo, 15 Barrington Place, Courtice, LIE 2K9 appeared on behalf of his parents Francesco and Elisabetta Longo, 1588/1590 Highway 2, Conrtice LIE 2R7. He advised that his parents purchased property on Highway 2 in 1982 with the hope to build two homes to be eventually occupied by members oftheir family. He fears that there will be major disruptions along the Highway 2 corridor if this proposal is to proceed. He suggested that an environmental impact study or a traffic study be conducted to ensure the safety of pedestrians as well as vehicular traffic. He advised that he eventually plans on living across the street from the proposed funeral parlour and has a major concern, especially for the safety of his children. He fears that funeral processions will cause major traffic disruptions. He does not want to become responsible for his taxes paying for a stop light which will be needed because of the approval ofthe funeral home. He requested clarification as to whether or not cremations would take place on the premises. He advised that there are other prime locations suitable for this type of business and suggested that the comer of Trulls Road and Highway 2 would be a suitable location. Jane Dyas, 68 Sandringham Drive, Courtice, LIE lW7 advised that, although she does not object to the proposed use, she has a major concem pertaining to traffic congestion and the safety of school children and vehicular traffic. Phillip Mak, 42 Stirling Avenue, Courtice, L1 E IX5 expressed the following concerns: . no one will want to purchase a home located close to a funeral parlour and therefore this may negatively impact on the property values during evening visitation, the traffic will be much heavier in his estimation, there is lack of sufficient parking and will extra cars park on Sandringham ? He fears that funeral processions will stop the traffic on Highway 2 and create traffic jams; and He concurred with the concerns expressed by the previous speakers. John Paviciz, 1517 Highway #2, Courtice, LIE 2K2 advised that he owns the John Michael Hair Salon located on Highway #2 and that his clients have expressed, on numerous occasions, their frustration with attempting to exit his property onto Highway #2 in a westerly direction because of the heavy traffic. He requested clarification as to whether the existing sewer systems can accommodate this new enterprise. He requested that traffic studies be undertaken and requested clarification as to whether there is a stop light proposed at the intersection of Sandringham Dr. and Highway #2. Jennifer Smith, 77 George Reynolds Drive, Conftice, LIE 2E6 expressed support for the applications stating that there are four major funeral homes in Whitby and Oshawa and they are all located on Highway #2. She feels that the residents of Courtice should not have to go outside of the area for the provision of this service. . Sally Gibbs, II Soper Creek Drive, Bowrnanville, LIC 4G2 expressed support for the proposed use of the funeral parlour stating that most funeral homes are beautifully kept, landscaped and that this business will be a very good attribute to Courtice. G.P. & A. Minutes - 4- February 28,2000 . PUBLIC MEETINGS CONT'D. James Tremblay and John Town, 811-3I Wilson Road North, Oshawa, LI G 7Z5 noted the following points: . the traffic lights at the intersection of Sandringham and Highway #2 will, hopefully, correspond with the completion of the project in the Spring of the year 200 I . there will be a right turn only exiting the property onto Highway #2 . the entrance and exit will be located on Sandringham Drive . 50 to 60% of fnnerals are cremations and therefore no funeral procession is required . when funerals are held at a church this is the location where the procession assembles, not at the funeral parlour . no cremations will be done on the site as per provincial legislation; and . there will be two visitation rooms and one chapel on the site. The Architect advised that sewer services will be provided from Sandringham Drive. Mr. Tremblay submitted twenty-nine letters of support for this application. (b) Report PD-020-00 - T.S.C. Stores Limited- the purpose and effect of the application is to rezone the property to an appropriate zone to permit the development ofa one storey 2, 345 m'retail warehouse store and associated outdoor storage. . Joe Duesbury, 122 Duke Street, Bowmanville, LIC 2W2 requested clarification as to whether a traffic count has ever been conducted on Baseline Road because, in his estimation, the existing traffic is too heavy. He feels that Bowmanville does not need another co-op store and questioned that if this use is approved, could it be changed at a later date. He questioned how the building would be situated on the lot because he does not want to lose his view. He has major concerns regarding access to and exit from his driveway because of the traffic situation and the sightlines. Roger Ovenden, 94 Baseline Road, Bowmanville, LtC IA6 expressed the concerns verbalized by the previous speaker. There was no support expressed for this application. Wolfgang Ginzel, Norlon Builders (London) Limited, 151 York Street, London, N6A IA8 and Murray Cummings, TSC Stores Limited, 570 tndustrial Road, London, N5V I Vt displayed a site plan and advised that this will be a good size hardware store which also sells general merchandise and is agriculturally related. The applicants own seventeen other stores and will develop this property for their own long-term use. A traffic count will be conducted and it is anticipated that there will be no peaks and valleys as there will be a constant traffic flow. Resolution #GPA-76-00 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Rowe . THAT the Committee recess for 15 minutes. "CARRIED" The meeting reconvened at 11: 15 a.m. G.P. & A. Minutes . - 5 - February 28, 2000 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Resolution #GPA-77-00 Rezoning Appl. Applicant: James Tremblay on Behalf of Ken Pasricha ZBA 2000-003 Rezoning Appl. Applicant: T.S.C. Stores Ltd. ZBA 2000-002 . Removal of Part Lot Control Applicant Kelvin Whalen ZBA 2000-005 (18T-91004) . Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Report PD-O 19-00 be received; THAT the application to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 84-63 of the former Town of Newcastle, submitted by James Tremblay and John Town on behalf of Ken Pasricha be referred back to staff for further processing and the preparation of a subsequent report following the receipt of the outstanding agency comments; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-O 19-00 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Resolution #GP A-78-00 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Report PD-020-00 be received; THAT the rezoning application submitted by Norlon Builders (London) Limited on behalf of TSC Stores Limited be referred back to staff for futther processing and preparation of a subsequent report pending receipt of all outstanding comments; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-020-00 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Resolution #GP A-79-00 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Report PD-021-00 be received; THAT the request for removal of Part Lot Control in respect of Lots 17 to 23,36 to 44, and 77 to 82 inclusive on 40M-1984 be approved; THAT the By-law attached to Report PD-021-00 be approved and forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Durham pursuant to Section 50 (7.1) of the Planning Act; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-021-00 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" G.P. & A. Minutes . - 6- February 28, 2000 Councillor Trim chaired this portion ofthe meeting. CLERK'S DEPARTMENT Animal Licencing Service Inc. Agreement Mark Stewart . Parking Report for the Month of January Appointment of Public Works Personnel as By-law Enforcement Officers Resolution #GPA-SO-OO Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report CD-09-00 be received; THAT Animal Licencing Service Inc., be given the exclusive rights to sell dog and cat licences door to door in the Municipality of Clarington for the year 2000 commencing on March 7, 2000 until September 30, 2000 and subject to review by Council at the termination of the agreement; THA T the Agreement be executed by the Mayor and Municipal Clerk and the authorizing By-law be forwarded to Council for approval; and THAT Mark Stewart, Animal Licencing Services Inc., be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-SI-OO Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Young THAT Report CD-] 0-00 be received for information; and THAT a copy of Report CD-l 0-00 be forwarded to the Bowmanville Business Centre for their infmmation. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-S2-00 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Young THAT Report CD-I] -00 be received; THAT the proposed by-law attached to Report CD-I] -00 be forwarded to Council for approval; and THAT the Senior Municipal Law Enforcement Officer provide the training and instruction necessary for the appointed persons to perform the duties of a By-law Enforcement Officer during the winter season. TREASURY DEPARTMENT "CARRIED" . There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda. G.P. & A. Minutes . FIRE DEPARTMENT -7 - February 28, 2000 COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda. There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda. Councillor Young chaired this portion of the meeting. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Monthly Report on Building permit Activity for January, 2000 ADMINISTRATION . Port Granby Low Level Radioactive Site Clarington BackYard Festival . Resolution #GPA-83-00 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Report WD-15-00 be received for information. "CARRIED" Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #GPA-84-00 Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Report ADMIN-08-00 be received for information; and THAT Mr. Harvey Thompson be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-85-00 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Report ADMIN-IO-OO be received; THAT Council endorse the overall promotion of the Clarington BackYard Festival beginning Saturday, April 29 to May 31, 2000; THAT Council approve the requested budget allocation of $20,000.00 (maximum) for the purpose of confirming a fireworks display on Monday, May 22, 2000 (Victoria Day); and THAT members of the Clarington BackYard Festival (Municipal "May-nia") Committee be informed of Council's decision. "CARRIED" G.P. & A. Minutes . UNFINISHED BUSINESS Wetland Mapping- MNR Action Plan for Youths . OTHER BUSINESS Appointments to Traffic Management Committee . - 8- February 28, 2000 Councillor Novak stated a pecuniary interest with respect to the delegation of Kerry Meydam; vacated her chair and refrained from discussion and voting on the subject matter. Members of Councillor Novak's family reside in the vicinity of the Black Creek Farewell wetland. Resolution #GPA-86-00 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Young THAT the delegation of Kerry Meydam be referred to staff to make a formal request to the Ministry of Natural Resources to extend the wetland mapping fotthwith and prior to the OMB hearing for Birchdale Development scheduled for April 10, 2000. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-87-00 Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the delegation of Sally Ward pertaining to a positive action plan for youths be received and referred to staff. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-88-00 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the following individuals be appointed to the Clarington Traffic Management Committee: Allan Hewitt Mark S. Lenters Clayton M. Morgan Derek Plach Gwen Woodcock; and Officer Dana Collins, Traffic Co-ordinator, Durham Regional Police Service. "CARRIED" G.P. & A. Minutes . ADJOURNMENT . . Resolution #GPA-89-00 - 9- February 28, 2000 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the meeting adjoum at 11:50 a.m. "CARRIED" ~L~~ YOR ~'~k; T DEP YCLERK7