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Planning and Development Committee
Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
October 20, 2025
5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers or Electronic Participation
Municipal Administrative Centre
40 Temperance Street, 2nd Floor
Bowmanville, Ontario
Members Present: Mayor A. Foster, Councillor G. Anderson, Councillor S. Elhajjeh,
Councillor L. Rang, Councillor C. Traill, Councillor W. Woo,
Councillor M. Zwart
Staff Present: M. Dempster, J. Newman, L. Preston, T. Pinn, L. Reck, D. Lyons,
C. Lyon
Other Staff Present: M. Westover, K. Richardson, L. Backus, N. Zambri, T.
Robichaud, J. Circo
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1. Call to Order
Councillor Anderson called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
2. Land Acknowledgment Statement
Councillor Zwart led the meeting in the Land Acknowledgement Statement.
3. Declaration of Interest
There were no disclosures of interest stated at this meeting.
4. Announcements
Members of Committee announced upcoming community events and matters of
community interest.
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5. Presentations/Delegations
5.1 Delegation by Marilyn Morawetz, Jury Lands Foundation and Matthew
Jamieson, Manorville Homes, Regarding Report PUB-017-25 - Camp 30
Cafeteria Building Costing Options for Temporary Stabilization and
Demolition
Marilyn Morawetz, Jury Lands Foundation and Matthew Jamieson, Manorvill e
Homes, were present regarding Report PUB-017-25 - Camp 30 Cafeteria
Building Costing Options for Temporary Stabilization and Demolition. Marilyn
provided a background on the project, the importance of preservation, and the
community support the Jury Lands Foundation has received. M. Morawetz
provided an overview of accomplishments, including obtaining a grant from the
Ontario Trillium Foundation, and several successful events. Marilyn spoke about
the positive contribution of a garden on-site that has been used to grow and
support the Clarington East Food Bank with fresh produce. M. Morawetz
introduced a video featuring Chris Borgal, Senior Principal, Goldsmith Borgal &
Company Ltd. Architects.
Resolution # PD-080-25
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Rang
That the delegation be extended for an additional 3 minutes.
Carried
M. Morawetz shared accomplishments and provided an overview on funding
requirements. M. Jamieson and M. Morawetz answered questions from Members
of Committee.
Resolution # PD-081-25
Moved by Councillor Rang
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow Members of Committee to
speak to Item 5.1 for a second time.
Carried
M. Morawetz answered questions from Members of Committee.
In accordance with the Procedural By-law, the Committee set aside this matter to
hear the Planning Public Meetings scheduled for 6:30 p.m.
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9. Public Meetings (6:30 p.m.)
9.1 Public Meeting for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of
Subdivision
Leanne Yessein was present regarding the application and expressed no
opposition to the proposed development but had concerns with safety in relation
to an increase in traffic and vehicle speed. L. Yassein requested traffic safety
measures be implemented, including reducing the speed from 70 to 60 along
Green Road, installing a flashing light and hidden driveway signage, and speed
enforcement. Leanne answered questions from Members of Committee.
Michael Testaguzza, The Biglieri Group, was present regarding the application.
Using an electronic presentation, Michael provided an overview of the site,
Clarington Official Plan, and Secondary Plans, noting that the application
conforms with all plans. M. Testaguzza discussed density and the concept plan
for the site. Michael answered questions from Members of Committee.
9.1.1 PDS-047-25 - Applications for a Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan
of Subdivision to Facilitate the Development of 222 Residential Units at
2600 and 2798 Green Road, Bowmanville
Resolution # PD-082-25
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Rang
That Report PDS-047-25 and any related communication items, be received for
information only;
That Staff receive and consider comments from the public and Council with
respect to the Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision
applications submitted by The Biglieri Group Ltd and continue processing the
applications including the preparation of a subsequent recommendation report;
and
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-047-25 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
Carried
9.2 Public Meeting for a Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment
Bob Clark, Clark Consulting Services, was present regarding the application.
Using an electronic presentation, Bob provided an overview of the site, Official
Plan, zoning requirements, and noted the severance application meets relevant
planning policy documents.
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9.2.1 PDS-051-25 - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications to
Facilitate the Severance of a Surplus Farm Dwelling
Resolution # PD-083-25
Moved by Councillor Rang
Seconded by Mayor Foster
That Report PDS-051-25 and any related communication items, be received;
That Staff receive any comments from the public, review agencies, and Council
with respect to the Official Plan and Zoning by-law Amendment applications to
facilitate the severance of a surplus farm dwelling;
That the Clarington Official Plan amendment application submitted by the
applicant, be supported and the Official Plan Amendment in Attachment 1 to this
report be approved;
That the Zoning By-Law amendment application submitted by the applicant be
supported and the By-law in Attachment 2 to this report be approved;
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-051-25 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
Carried
The Public Meetings concluded at 7:21 p.m.
Committee resumed Item 5.1.
Marilyn Morawetz returned to answer questions from Members of Committee.
5. Presentations/Delegations
5.3 Delegation by Brandon Weiler Regarding PDS-039-25 - Camp 30 Cafeteria
Building – Heritage Impact Assessment for Alternatives to Full Restoration
and Accompanying High-Level Costing of Options
Alter the Agenda
Resolution # PD-084-25
Moved by Councillor Rang
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That the Agenda be altered to consider Item 5.3, Delegation by Brandon Weiler,
PDS-039-25 - Camp 30 Cafeteria Building - Heritage Impact Assessment for
Alternatives to Full Restoration and Accompanying High-Level Costing of
Options, at this time.
Carried
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Brandon Weiler was present regarding Report PDS-039-25 - Camp 30 Cafeteria
Building - Heritage Impact Assessment for Alternative to Full Restoration and
Accompanying High-Level Costing of Options. B. Weiler commended volunteers,
thanked the Jury Lands Foundation for their work and provided background on
his employment. Brandon expressed support for the preservation of the Camp 30
site, and the potential benefit of a hub for arts and culture in the community. B.
Weiler answered questions from Members of Committee.
Resolution # PD-085-25
Moved by Councillor Traill
Seconded by Councillor Woo
That, in accordance with section 7.5.12 of Procedural By-law 2025-014,
Stephanie (Swinson) Campbell and Rick McEachern, be added to the agenda as
delegations regarding Report PUB-017-25 – Camp 30 Cafeteria Building Costing
Options for Temporary Stabilization and Demolition.
Carried
5.4 Delegation by Stephanie (Swinson) Campbell Regarding Report PUB-017-
25 - Camp 30 Cafeteria Building Costing Options for Temporary
Stabilization and Demolition
Stephanie (Swinson) Campbell, Jury Lands Foundation, was present in support
of the preservation of the cafeteria building on the Camp 30 site. S. Campbell
provided an overview of the social media campaign run by the Jury Lands
Foundation and answered questions from Members of Committee.
5.5 Delegation by Rick McEachern Regarding Report PUB-017-25 - Camp 30
Cafeteria Building Costing Options for Temporary Stabilization and
Demolition
Rick McEachern was present in support of the preservation of the cafeteria
building on the Camp 30 site. Rick provided a historical overview of Prisoner of
War Camps and read a poem. R. McEachern answered questions from Members
of Committee.
Resolution # PD-086-25
Moved by Councillor Rang
Seconded by Councillor Woo
That Staff be requested to proceed with a professional structural assessment of
cost of the stabilization of the Cafeteria Building: and
That the assessment will be provided within 30 days of the contract being
awarded after which the matter shall return to Council for further discussion.
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Closed Session
Resolution # PD-087-25
Moved by Councillor Traill
Seconded by Councillor Rang
That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended,
the meeting be closed for the purpose of discussing a matter that deals with
advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications
necessary for that purpose.
Carried
Rise and Report
The meeting resumed in open session at 9:08 p.m.
Councillor Anderson advised that one item was discussed in “closed” session in
accordance with Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 and no resolutions
were passed.
Resolution # PD-088-25
Moved by Councillor Rang
Seconded by Councillor Woo
That the Jury Lands Foundation be requested to proceed with a professional
structural assessment of cost of the stabilization of the Cafeteria Building; and
That the assessment will be provided within 30 days of the contract being
awarded after which the matter shall return to Council for further discussion .
Yes (7): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Elhajjeh, Councillor Rang,
Councillor Traill, Councillor Woo, and Councillor Zwart
Carried (7 to 0)
5.2 Delegation by Sarto Provenzano Regarding PDS-045-25 - Community
Engagement for the Clarington Waterfront Strategy Vision and Guiding
Principles - What We Heard
Sarto Provenzano was present regarding PDS-045-25 - Community Engagement
for the Clarington Waterfront Strategy Vision and Guiding Principles - What We
Heard. S. Provenzano expressed concerns about the lack of information on
housing and safety along West Beach Road, Bowmanville, and answered
questions from Members of Committee.
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6. Consent Agenda
Councillor Traill left the meeting at 9:41 p.m.
Resolution # PD-089-25
Moved by Councillor Elhajjeh
Seconded by Mayor Foster
That all items listed in Section 6, be approved, in accordance with the Agenda.
Carried
6.1 PDS-045-25 - Community Engagement for the Clarington Waterfront
Strategy Vision and Guiding Principles - What We Heard
Resolution # PD-090-25
That Report PDS-045-25, and any related delegations or communication items,
be received for information.
6.2 PDS-048-25 - Zoning By-law Amendment to Permit 6 Single Detached
Dwellings Fronting onto the Extension of Tabb Avenue and a Medium
Density Block Fronting onto Nash Road
Resolution # PD-091-25
That Report PDS-048-25 and any related communication items, be received;
That the Zoning By-law Amendment Application submitted by Headgate
Developments Inc. for 6 single detached dwellings and a future medium density
block be approved and the By-law in Attachment 1 to Report PDS-048-25 be
approved;
That once all conditions contained in the Zoning By-law with respect to the
removal of the (H) Holding Symbol and the conditions as outlined in Section 10.6
of this report are satisfied, the By-law authorizing the removal of the (H) Holding
Symbol be approved by the Deputy CAO of Planning and Infrastructure Services;
That the Region of Durham Community Growth and Economic Development
Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a
copy of Report PDS-048-025 and Council’s decision; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-048-25 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
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6.3 PDS-049-25 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application to Facilitate a 7-unit,
3-storey Apartment Building in Bowmanville
Resolution # PD-092-25
That Report PDS-015-25 and any related communication items, be received;
That Zoning By-law Amendment Application submitted by North Lakes
Developments for a 7-unit, 3-storey apartment building be approved and the By-
law in Attachment 1 to Report PDS-049-25 be approved;
That once all conditions contained in the Clarington Official Plan and Zoning By-
law 84-63 with respect to the removal of the (H) Holding Symbol and the
conditions as outlined in Section 10.4 of this report are satisfied, the By-law
authorizing the removal of the (H) Holding Symbol be approved by the Deputy
CAO of Planning and Infrastructure Services;
That the Region of Durham Community Growth and Economic Development
Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a
copy of Report PDS-049-025 and Council’s decision; and
That all interested parties and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.
6.4 PUB-017-25 - Camp 30 Cafeteria Building Costing Options for Temporary
Stabilization and Demolition
Resolution # PD-093-25
That Report PUB-017-25, and any related delegations or communication items,
be received for information.
6.5 LGS-036-25 - Outline of Council Policy CP-004 Road Closure and
Conveyance
Resolution # PD-094-25
That Report LGS-036-25, and any related delegations or communication items,
be received for information.
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7. Items for Separate Discussion
7.1 PDS-039-25 - Camp 30 Cafeteria Building – Heritage Impact Assessment for
Alternatives to Full Restoration and Accompanying High -Level Costing of
Options
Resolution # PD-095-25
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That Report PDS-039-25, and any related delegations or communications items,
be received.
Carried
8. New Business
10. Confidential Items
10.1 LGS-035-25 - OLT Appeal – Vanstone Mill Inc in Bowmanville East Urban
Centre Secondary Plan
Resolution # PD-096-25
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That the recommendations contained in Confidential Report LGS -035-25 – OLT
Appeal – Vanstone Mill Inc in Bowmanville East Urban Centre Secondary Plan,
be approved.
Carried
11. Adjournment
Resolution # PD-097-25
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That the meeting adjourn at 9:52 p.m.
Carried