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Council Meeting Minutes
SEPTEMBER 16, 2013
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on September 16, 2013 at 7:00 p.m., in
the Council Chambers.
Councillor Novak 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 Present: Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Municipal Solicitor, A. Allison
Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Corporate Initiatives Officer, C. Clifford
Director of Operations, F. Horvath
Manager of Special Projects, F. Langmaid
Director of Finance/Treasurer, N. Taylor
Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief, G. Weir
Administrative Assistant to the Municipal Clerk, C. Fleming
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Later in the meeting, Councillor Novak indicated that she would be declaring a
pecuniary interest with respect to Item 1(c) of Report #1.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Woo announced the following:
Walsh’s The Snug, in Newcastle has been voted #1 Irish Pub in Ontario by Trip
Advisor
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September 22, 2013, 172 Clarington Royal Canadian Air Cadets will be
hosting a Battle of Britain Ceremony at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church at
1:00 p.m.
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Councillor Hooper announced the following:
September 21, 2013, Beyond Balance Health & Wellness Expo at the Garnet
B. Rickard Recreation Complex from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
September 19, 2013, Clarington Older Adult Association Kick-off Anniversary
Celebration from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Coaazy Café. Complimentary
cake and refreshments will be served. To view a list of celebratory events, visit
www.claringtonolderadults.ca.
September 28, 2013, Family Safety Day will be held at Fire Station #1 from
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Retirement of Don Terry after 32 years of service with Ontario Hydro and
Ontario Power Generation
September 16, 2013 opening of the Accessibility Viewing Area at Valleys 2000
Councillor Neal issued a reminder to all to attend the Heritage Harvest Event on
September 28, 2013, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Tooley Mill in Courtice. Proceeds are in
support of the Clarington Museums and Archives.
Councillor Novak indicated that she would be declaring a pecuniary interest with
respect to Item 1(c) of Report #1.
Councillor Novak announced the following:
Durham “Savour the Season” Culinary Event from September 11 to 22, 2013,
showcasing local and Regional restaurants and bistros
Courtice Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 28, 2013 at White
Cliffe Terrace Retirement Residence from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
First Annual Courtice Santa Claus Parade on Sunday, December 1, 2013
Ministry of Energy’s Review of Ontario’s Long Term Energy Plan roundtable
discussions
Councillor Partner announced the following:
First Great Canadian Shoreline Clean-up on September 21, 2013 at the Port of
Newcastle Marina and Bluffs
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15 Annual Orono Chili Cook-off and Pie Sale on September 21, 2013, with pie
auction at 12:30 p.m., and chili tasting beginning at 1:30 p.m.
Oktoberfest at the Newcastle Community Hall on September 29, 2013, sittings
at 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Proceeds in support of the Community Hall
Public Information Centre on the Newcastle Village Centre Draft Urban Design
Guidelines on September 24, 2013 at the Newcastle Community Hall from
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Councillor Traill announced the following:
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10 Annual Clarington “Take Back the Night” Walk and Rally on September 17,
2013, starting at 6:00 p.m at the Royal Canadian Legion parking lot in
Bowmanville in support of the concept that violence against women will not be
tolerated in the community and in support of a safer Clarington for everyone
September 21, 2013, Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Scavenger Hunt at
10:00 a.m.
Mayor Foster announced the following:
September 21, 2013, from 10:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m “Terrific Trains” event at the
Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre with the Soper Valley Model Railway
Club sponsored by Ontario Power Generation
He expressed appreciation to the Province for hosting the roundtable
discussion on the Long-Term Energy Plan and thanked staff for their efforts
He commended staff for obtaining a 100% score on the WSIB audit which
could result in a rebate to Clarington’s premium
Resolution #C-262-13
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council July 2, 2013, be approved.
“CARRIED”
PRESENTATIONS
There were no Presentations scheduled for this meeting.
DELEGATIONS
Martin Gerkes addressed Council concerning Correspondence Item D – 9 Transfer of
Demolition Rights. Through use of a PowerPoint presentation, Mr. Gerkes highlighted
his current home and surrounding property, including an orchard which is scheduled
to be expropriated by the Ministry of Transportation for the construction of Highway
407 East. Mr. Gerkes has been advised to vacate this property by the end of the year.
He stated his family owns a second property on Maple Grove Road where they will
build a replacement home. Mr. Gerkes stated that he has been advised by Municipal
staff that if his current home was demolished, he would not have to pay demolition
fees if he were to re-build at the current location. He confirmed that the Ministry of
Transportation is expropriating the entire property and this option is not available to
him. Mr. Gerkes is requesting that the demolition rights be transferred to his property
on Maple Grove Road. Mr. Gerkes stated that the current home is too large to move
and stressed that the home that will be constructed at the Maple Grove location is a
replacement home for their current home.
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Carol Hopps addressed Council concerning Item 2 of Report #1 – Report EGD-030-13
-Trudeau Walkway. Ms. Hopps stated she is a resident of Trudeau Drive and bought
her home in the area because of its proximity to the elementary and secondary
schools. Ms. Hopps indicated that following the meetings regarding the walkway, she
thought the majority of residents were in favour of keeping the walkway open but
noted that some residents are now concerned with privacy issues. Ms. Hopps stated
traffic on Trudeau Drive is busy at all times including cars parked during the evenings
but she has never witnessed an emergency vehicle being affected by the situation.
Ms. Hopps feels that more people would be affected by closing the walkway. She
advised that the Bowmanville High School has now designated a smoking area in their
parking lot which will help to keep the students on school property. Ms. Hopps
expressed appreciation to all involved in keeping the pathway open for people who
use it on a daily basis for a variety of reasons.
Brad Black, Black’s Water Supply Inc., addressed Council concerning Item 3 of
Report #1 – Boots & Hearts Music Festival. Mr. Black expressed support for the
continuation of the music festival highlighting the economic impact of the event which
reaches far beyond what is achieved at the park. Mr. Black provided examples of
local businesses which saw increases of over 50% in sales during the festival period.
He confirmed that he has previous experience working with other large
concerts/events and feels that Republic Live Inc. is a step above the rest and he is in
full support of the organizers.
Anita DeVries, Durham Region Home Builders’ Association (DRHBA), addressed
Council concerning Item 17 of Report #1 – Updated Subdivision Agreement. Ms.
DeVries expressed appreciation to staff for their efforts in clarifying the process and
allowing for a manageable payment plan, and to Council for ensuring that Clarington
is a fantastic place to live and work. Ms. DeVries confirmed that DRHBA is the voice
of residential building noting when their members build new communities in
Clarington, they provide highly efficient, quality homes, attract job opportunities and
contribute to community social programs. Ms. DeVries stated the Association has one
concern regarding the upgraded agreement regarding winter maintenance costs. It is
the position of their members that collecting winter maintenance fees on all roads for
two years is double-dipping noting developers pay property tax and when they sell the
home the new owners pay property tax. She stated that the Association would be
amenable to paying the fees for one year only instead of the two years as proposed in
the agreement.
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COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-263-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the
exception of Correspondence Items I - 23, I - 20, I - 26 , I - 18, I - 19, and I - 29.
“CARRIED”
I - 1 Minutes of the Clarington Museums and Archives Board dated May 15, and
June 12, 2013
I - 2 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated June 13,
2013
I - 3 Minutes of the Durham Nuclear Health Committee (DNHC) dated June 14,
2013
I - 4 Minutes of the Orono Arena Community Centre Board dated June 25, 2013
I - 5 Minutes of the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee dated July 11,
2013
I - 6 Minutes of the Newcastle Memorial Arena Management Board dated
June 11, July 9, and August 13, 2013
I - 7 Minutes of the Sustainable Clarington Community Advisory Committee
dated July 18, 2013
I - 8 Corrina Giles, Town Clerk, Town of The Blue Mountains, advising that on
June 17, 2013, the Town of The Blue Mountains adopted the following
resolution pertaining to “Not a Willing Host for Industrial Wind Turbine
Projects”:
“WHEREAS the Provincial Government has recently conveyed the
Governments desire to limit Industrial Wind Turbines to communities that
are willing hosts;
AND WHEREAS the Town of The Blue Mountains completed a
Constraints Analysis dated April 2007 related to Renewable Energy;
AND WHEREAS the Constraint Analysis identified limited “unconstrained”
areas within the Town of The Blue Mountains;
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AND WHEREAS the Town of The Blue Mountains completed a Cultural
Heritage Landscape Assessment Report dated September 2009
(CHLAR);
AND WHEREAS the CHLAR identified ten proposed Cultural Heritage
Landscape Areas within the Town that merit consideration;
AND WHEREAS a number of the Cultural Heritage Landscape Areas
identified are within the previously referenced and identified
“unconstrained” areas;
AND WHEREAS the CHLAR identified that industrial wind turbines could
have an impact on cultural heritage landscapes;
AND WHEREAS a significant portion of the Town of The Blue Mountains
is subject to the Niagara Escarpment Plan;
AND WHEREAS the Niagara Escarpment Planning and Development Act
identifies that the purpose of the Act is to provide for the maintenance of
the Niagara Escarpment and land in its vicinity substantially as a
continuous natural environment, and to ensure only such development
occurs as is compatible with that natural environment;
AND WHEREAS the Niagara Escarpment Commission has adopted a
position that the Niagara Escarpment Plan should not be the focus of
large-scale industrial-type wind power development;
AND WHEREAS the Medical Officer of Health for Grey-Bruce has found
that many people in Grey Bruce and Southwestern Ontario have been
impacted by the noise and proximity of wind farms;
NOW THERFORE Council of the Corporation of the Town of The Blue
Mountains hereby notifies the Province of Ontario that the Town of The
Blue Mountains is not a willing host for Industrial Wind Turbine Projects for
the aforementioned reasons;
AND THAT Council of the Corporation of the Town of The Blue Mountains
hereby directs that this resolution be circulated to Premier Kathleen
Wynne, The Minister of Environment, The County of Grey and all
municipalities in Grey County.”
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I - 9 Doris Dumais, Director, Environmental Approvals Access and Service
Integration Branch, Ministry of the Environment, responding to Council’s
correspondence of May 13, 2013, declaring that Clarington is not a willing
host to two proposed wind projects; recommending the Municipality
complete the Municipal Consultation Form identifying the impacts of the
proposed project on the Municipality and identifying local community
needs thereby ensuring feedback is taken into account during the design
of the project and documented in the proponent’s Consultation Report;
highlighting the approval, public review and comment process for the
Renewal Energy Approval (REA) applications for the Clarington Wind
Farm Project and the Ganaraska Wind Farm Project; and, encouraging
Members of Council and staff to monitor the Ministry’s review status of the
Clarington Wind Farm Project and the Ganaraska Wind Farm Project at
the following link:
http://www.ene.gov.on.ca/environment/en/subject/renewable_energy/proje
cts/index.htm.
I – 10 J. R. Powell, Chief Administrative Officer, Central Lake Ontario
Conservation Authority (CLOCA), writing to the Honourable Jim Bradley,
MPP, Minister of the Environment regarding the Highway 407 East Phase
I project, indicating that during EA review, CLOCA was satisfied that
flooding and erosion risks were minimized, fisheries issues were
adequately addressed and impact to vegetation, wildlife and habitat would
be dealt with through the development of a vegetation restoration
framework; expressing concern that with optimization proposed and
continuous refinement during detail design of the project and insufficient
information being provided to review revisions, CLOCA cannot confirm
that impacts are being satisfactorily addressed; and, requesting
clarification from the Minister that the terms and conditions of the EA are
being fulfilled, that provincial interests related to natural hazards, natural
heritage and water management are being addressed, and requesting
confirmation regarding CLOCA’s role and responsibilities in the
development, design and construction of the project.
I - 11 Deb Bowen, AMCT, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services,
Regional Municipality of Durham, advising Council that on June 26, 2013,
Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to the Region
of Durham Agricultural Strategy 2013-2018:
“a) THAT the Region of Durham Agricultural Strategy 2013-2018 be
approved; and
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b) THAT a copy of Report #2013-EDT-26 of the Commissioner of
Planning and Economic Development be circulated to all area
municipalities, the Durham Federation of Agriculture, the Greater
Toronto Area Agricultural Advisory Committee, the Durham Agricultural
Advisory Committee, the Uxbridge Agricultural Advisory Committee,
and the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington for information.”
I - 12 Roger Saunders, Director, Strategic Planning, Regional Municipality of
Durham, forwarding a copy of Commissioner’s Report No. 2013-P-47
regarding National Household Survey (2011) – Citizenship, Immigration,
Visible Minorities, Ethnic Origin, Aboriginal Identity and Religion.
I - 13 Nicole Wellsbury, Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk, Town of
Ajax, advising Council that on June 24, 2013, the Town of Ajax endorsed
Council’s resolution regarding the Veridian Agenda and Financial
Statements.
I - 14 Deb Bowen, AMCT, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services,
Regional Municipality of Durham, writing to the Honourable Glen Murray,
Minister of Transportation, advising that on June 26, 2013, Regional
Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to the Region of
Durham’s response to Metrolinx’s Investment Strategy for the Big Move:
“a) THAT the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario be
advised of the following feedback from the Region of Durham
regarding Metrolinx’s Investment Strategy (in support of The Big
Move):
i) In view of Regional Council’s endorsement of the Next Wave of Big
Move (with the Region’s proposed additions), the Region
recommends that the Province fund these Next Wave of Big Move
projects in the following manner:
1. The Ontario Government provide 100 per cent funding of the
Big Move capital projects and provide annual, ongoing, and
sustainable capital and operating grant funding (an operating
cost recovery funding model) to municipalities for
implementing and operating Big Move projects and supporting
local transit and transportation initiatives, based on increases
to the Province’s own funding sources as they may determine.
The Province be further advised that Durham’s property tax
base and constrained transit development charges cannot
support the hundreds of millions of dollars in capital needs and
the fiscal sustainability required for funding the ongoing annual
operating costs;
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2. The Federal Government adopt a National Transit Strategy
that would include the Federal Government contributing
funding towards the capital costs for the Next Wave transit and
transportation infrastructure;
3. If the Province of Ontario determines that increases in the
Harmonized Sales Tax and the mobility tax credit are to be
implemented that the changes be applied Province wide and
not just specific to the GTHA to ensure no adverse impact to
the GTHA region relative to the rest of Ontario;
4. If the Province of Ontario determines that an increase in a per
litre fuel and gasoline tax are to be implemented that the
changes be applied Province wide and not just specific to the
GTHA to ensure no adverse impact to the GTHA region
relative to the rest of Ontario and that consideration be given
to a phase-in of any such increase over a period of up to five
years to ensure impacts are minimized;
5. The proposed arbitrary 15 per cent increase to the existing
development charge rates not be endorsed as presented;
6. The average $0.25 per spot per day business parking space
levy not be implemented;
7. That Metrolinx’s proposed amendments to the Development
Charge Act to remove the 10 year historical service level
restriction and mandatory 10 per cent discount when
calculating the Transit Development Charge be implemented
by the Province and that all Development Charge revenue
collected stay in the region where collected and be used for
transit;
8. In order to replace the outdated current GO Development
Charge, the Ontario Government investigate and confer with
municipalities regarding a potential implementation of a new
special Metrolinx development related fee on all new
residential and commercial development and further that such
a fee be applied to all geographic areas that are serviced by
GO Transit;
9. Metrolinx’s proposal to provide up to 25 per cent of the new
revenue generated (up to $500 million per year) to the GTHA
municipalities in support of the Big Move projects, be
investigated by the Province to ensure any funding allocation
methodology and terms are fair, equitable and acceptable to
the GTHA municipalities;
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10. In order to ensure transparency and accountability, that any
financing dedicated to funding the Big Move, be segregated in
a separate GTHA Trust Fund, with the financial activities to be
audited and publicly reported, as recommended by Metrolinx;
11. Municipalities be exempt from having to directly pay any new
fee, tax or levy that will result in additional costs to
municipalities;
12. Any new municipal related fee, tax, or levy increase being
considered by the Province, be subject to the agreement of
municipalities prior to implementation, given varying municipal
fiscal realities in balancing competing municipal infrastructure
needs and costs with property tax financing issues;
13. That Metrolinx funding for transit and transportation projects
continue to be made conditional and prioritized based on a
business case approach (evidence based evaluation), to
demonstrate need, cost, and long term financial sustainability;
and
14. That the governance structure of Metrolinx be modified to
include elected municipal councillors to ensure fair
representation of municipal concerns and the appropriate
balancing of the fiscal realities; and
b) THAT a copy of Report #2013-F-55 be forwarded to Metrolinx, the
Ontario Ministers of Finance, Infrastructure Ontario, Municipal Affairs
and Housing, the Federal Ministers of Finance, Transportation, and
Infrastructure Canada, the Durham Region MPs and MPPs, the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and Durham’s eight
local area municipalities.”
I - 15 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:
Letter to the Ministry of the Environment dated June 24, 2013, with
a copy to the EFWAC, York Regional Clerk and Durham Regional
Clerk, regarding Submission of the May 2013 Complaint and
Inquiry Logs (MOE File No. EA-08-02)
May 2013 Durham York Energy Centre Call Log
May 2013 Durham York Energy Centre Project Team Log; and
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advising that the documents are also available on the EFW project
website at http://www.durhamyorkwaste.ca/project/efw-committee.htm
I - 16 J. R. Powell, Chief Administrative Officer, Central Lake Ontario
Conservation Authority (CLOCA) forwarding a copy of CLOCA’s 2012
Year in Review publication and advising the document is also available
online at www.cloca.com.
I - 17 Dan Mathieson, Chair, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation
(MPAC) Board of Directors, providing an update on assessment activities
including MPAC’s launch of a four-year strategic plan (2013-2016) having
the potential to save as much as $20 million over the next four years; the
2012 Province-wide assessment update placing new values on Ontario’s
approximate 5 million properties and highlighting the Public Education and
Outreach initiatives in support of assessment-related activities; the 2013
growth update indicating that MPAC is committed to processing over
160,000 building permits, with an anticipated taxable assessment growth,
through Supplementary Assessment listings of approximately $23 billion,
and the 2013 Ontario Budget: Strengthening Ontario’s Property Tax
System by acknowledging the concerns raised by municipalities and
working with all stakeholders to implement recommendations to
strengthen the property tax system; and, advising the cornerstone of
MPAC’s four-year strategic plan is to transform its relationships with
stakeholders into partnerships and encouraging Members of Council and
staff to contact the local Municipal Relations Representative regarding
assessment activities in the community.
I - 21 Cathie Best, Town Clerk, Town of Oakville, advising Council that on July
8, 2013, the Town of Oakville adopted the following resolution pertaining
to the Metrolinx Investment Strategy Update:
“1. THAT the report on the Investment Strategy by Metrolinx dated June
17, 2013, be received;
2. THAT the Metrolinx Investment Strategy be supported in principle;
3. THAT Metrolinx be encouraged to better match funding sources with
those who benefit most;
4. THAT Metrolinx be advised that the Town of Oakville opposes any
impact on property taxes by capital or operating expenses of the Big
Move projects;
5. THAT the Province and Metrolinx be requested to continue to work
with the municipalities in bringing clarity to elements of the
recommendations noted in this report; and
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6. THAT a copy of this report be forwarded to Metrolinx, the Region of
Halton, GTHA municipalities, the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Minister of Finance, the local MPPs
and AMO.”
I - 22 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:
Letter to the Ministry of the Environment dated July 26, 2013, with a
copy to the EFWAC, York Regional Clerk and Durham Regional
Clerk, regarding Submission of the June 2013 Complaint and
Inquiry Logs (MOE File No. EA-08-02)
June 2013 Durham York Energy Centre Project Team Log;
Letter to the Ministry of the Environment dated July 31, 2013, with a
copy to the EFWAC, York Regional Clerk and Durham Regional
Clerk, regarding Request for Revised Submission Date for the
Durham York Energy Centre Third Party Independent Audit Report
#3 (MOE File No. EA-08-02); and
advising that the documents are also available on the EFW project
website at http://www.durhamyorkwaste.ca/project/efw-committee.htm
I - 24 Ken Hall, Senior Advisor, Public Affairs, Enbridge Pipelines Inc., advising
that Enbridge Pipelines Inc. will soon be conducting a series of Integrity
Digs in the Clarington area along their Line 9 pipeline corridor as part of
an ongoing preventive maintenance program; indicating that an Enbridge
representative has met with staff to outline the purpose and scope of the
work and the process used to work with impacted landowners; and,
advising that Enbridge is committed to safe operation of their pipelines
and that completion of the work will help to ensure that Line 9 continues to
provide secure and responsible delivery of crude oil to refineries in
Ontario. This pipeline maintenance work is independent of Enbridge’s
application to reverse the flow of Line 9B.
I - 25 Anne Wilson, writing on behalf of twenty-six residents who reside next to
the Bowmanville Zoo, expressing concern that the use of a bull horn by
the protesters who demonstrate at the Zoo is upsetting to the seniors and
to the animals; acknowledging that they do not have an issue with the
demonstrators standing on the public sidewalk with their signs but do not
believe they have the right to disturb and frighten people and animals;
and, requesting Council’s assistance in ending the noise and making the
protests quiet for the sake of the animals and the people who live in the
area.
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I - 27 Don Hutton, Advertising Chair, Rotary Club of Bowmanville, thanking
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Council for supporting the 6 Annual Rockin’ Rotary Ribfest which raised
over $100,000; indicating the funds will go directly back into the
community providing bursaries and programs to youth and children and
providing financial assistance to international communities; and, hoping to
count on Council’s support again next year.
I - 28 Chuck Mercier, Mayor, Township of Scugog, writing to the Right
Honourable Stephen Harper, Prime Minister of Canada, advising that on
June 24, 2013, the Township of Scugog adopted the following
recommendation regarding the Big Move Transit and Transportation Plan
recommended by Metrolinx:
“WHEREAS the Township of Scugog supports the principle and general
direction behind the Big Move transit and transportation plan
recommendations put forth by Metrolinx for the GTHA;
AND WHEREAS Scugog requires less investment in transit than its urban
counterparts, as evident in the Big Move plan, and yet continues to be
burdened with an unsustainable roads infrastructure deficit;
AND WHEREAS Scugog’s ability to develop and generate growth related
revenues is constrained by provincial land use policies and limited
servicing infrastructure;
AND WHEREAS Scugog has contributed significantly to the protection of
the province’s prime agricultural lands and other green space for which it
receives no financial recognition from the Government of Ontario;
AND WHEREAS Scugog has ongoing concerns with proposed reductions
in the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT revenues raised through
the use of the various tools recommended by Metrolinx be spent on both
roads and transit projects within the local municipalities in which they were
raised;
AND THAT the Government of Canada be requested to adopt a national
transit strategy to include long term, predictable capital funding for higher
order transit projects above and beyond the current infrastructure
programs;
AND THAT the Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario
(Minister of Infrastructure), Metrolinx and the Region of Durham be so
advised.”
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I - 30 Individual correspondence has been received from the following
individuals/stakeholders/Members of the Clarington Swim Club expressing
concern with plans to make changes to the Clarington Fitness Centre
pool; indicating that shallowing of the pool will limit the potential of Swim
Club members and will force serious athletes to look outside the
Municipality for training; acknowledging that there are two other facilities
well suited for younger swimmer Red Cross lessons but that are ill suited
for competitive swimmers and upper level lessons; and, suggesting that
changes to the pool should not proceed:
Nathanial Landry, Nancy Ouyang, Jennifer Hardy, Adele Thompson,
Pat Limebeer, Marie Lever, Angel Van Leeuwen, Elizabeth Ross,
Deborah Patrick, Rosemarie McIntyre, D. Hammond, Ian and Kirsten
Soutter, Ashley Chambers, Peter Hobb, Karen Welds, Jennifer
Tremain, A. Sharpe, K. Smedley, Brian Elliott, S. Broersma, Caroline
Chaplow, Joanna Lefebvre, Derek Speght, Siobhan Mullan, Marjorie
Christian, Suzanne Barnes, Traci Payne, Garth Hyson, Ron Landry,
Deborah Landry, Pauleen Goselin, Suzanne Branton, Aiden Murphy,
Anne Heemskerk, John Kay, Patti Lockhart, Karen Gough, Marie
Gough, Scott Cavanaugh, Tracey Cavanaugh, Claire Mullan, Gail Van
Londen, Louise Barrett, Erika Hartmann, Wilhelmina Warmerdam,
Hazel Gillbank, Leslie Milne, Marg Witterer, A. Plullios, Shirley Maraz,
Darlene Thompson, Betty Skinner, Virginia Foster, Hannah Farrow,
Rita Hofman, Peter deGelder, John Lock, Maria Hofman, Marion
Warren, Irene Gourlay, Rika Hayakawa and Linda St-Germain.
I - 31 Kathryn Shaver, Vice-President, APM Engagement and Site Selection,
Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO), forwarding a copy of
“Implementing Adaptive Phased Management 2014 to 2018 – Draft for
Public Review”, NWMO’s annual five-year strategic plan for implementing
Canada’s plan for the safe, long-term care of used nuclear fuel; indicating
the plan provides an overview of the NWMO and Adaptive Phased
Management and presents highlights of the planned work program;
advising the plan will be refined based on comments received and the final
document will be published in the NWMO’s Triennial Report in March
2014; and, inviting comments by November 29, 2013.
I - 23 Cindy Sutch, Save the Oak Ridges Moraine (STORM) Coalition Board of
Directors, forwarding STORM’s recent statement on large scale energy
projects on the Oak Ridges Moraine, acknowledging that the first Renewal
Energy Approval (REA) on the Oak Ridges Moraine and Protected
Countryside of the Greenbelt Plan has been granted contingent on a
significant reduction of setbacks from natural features such as significant
woodlands, headwater streams and groundwater discharge areas;
expressing concern that setbacks are not being maintained, significant
and sensitive natural features are not being considered and reports are
not being produced; suggesting that it’s time to take a step back and re-
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examine the REA process if it can’t approve large scale energy projects
under established environment-first policies such as the Oak Ridges
Moraine and Greenbelt Plans; and, respectfully requesting that the
Province halt the awarding of FIT contracts and approval of large scale
energy infrastructure projects on the moraine until full environmental
assessments are made mandatory and requesting that copies of all
reports, studies and notice of completions be submitted to STORM for
review by its Energy Infrastructure Committee.
Resolution #C-264-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Item I – 23 from Cindy Sutch, Save the Oak Ridges Moraine
(STORM) Coalition Board of Directors, requesting that the Province halt the
awarding of FIT contracts and approval of large scale energy infrastructure projects
on the moraine until full environmental assessments are made mandatory and
requesting that copies of all reports, studies and notice of completions be submitted
to STORM for review by its Energy Infrastructure Committee, be endorsed.
“CARRIED”
I - 20 Deb Bowen, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Regional
Municipality of Durham, advising Council that on June 26, 2013, Regional
Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to the proposed
Enbridge Pipelines Inc. (Enbridge) application to the National Energy
Board (NEB) to reverse the flow of Line 9B from North Westover, Ontario
to Montreal, Quebec:
“a) THAT the Regional Municipality of Durham continues to liaise with
other municipalities and Conservation Authorities to discuss pipeline
operations related to the presentation of issues before the National
Energy Board;
b) THAT Regional staff be authorized to submit a letter of comment to the
National Energy Board on the proposed Enbridge Line 9B reversal and
increased carrying capacity project by the deadline submission of
August 6, 2013, after Regional Council is recessed for the summer
break;
c) THAT the Letter of Comment request that the pipeline through Durham
be replaced with one meeting current Enbridge standards for new
pipelines designed to carry diluted bitumen; and
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d) THAT Report No. 2013-W-65 of the Commissioner of Works be
forwarded to the local area municipalities, Conservation Authorities
within the Regional Municipality of Durham, and the Great Lakes St.
Lawrence Cities Initiative.”
Resolution #C-265-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Correspondence Item I – 20 from Deb Bowen, Regional Clerk/Director of
Legislative Services, Regional Municipality of Durham, with respect to the proposed
Enbridge Pipelines Inc. (Enbridge) application to reverse the flow of Line 9B from
North Westover, Ontario to Montreal, Quebec, be endorsed.
“CARRIED”
I - 26 Debra Nicholson, Local Area Manager – Durham, Canada Post, advising
that following a review of customer traffic patterns at the Hampton Post
Office, Canada Post will no longer offer Saturday retail service as of
September 30, 2013; advising that post office box customers will have full
access to postal services on weekdays; and, that Canada Post remains
committed to providing postal services in urban and rural communities
across the country.
Resolution #C-266-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item I – 26 from Debra Nicholson, Local Area Manager –
Durham, Canada Post, with respect to closure on Saturdays at Hampton Post Office
be received for information.
“CARRIED”
I - 18 Kathy Kielt, Deputy Clerk and Supervisor of Council and Committee
Services, Regional Municipality of Halton, advising Council that on July
10, 2013, the Regional Municipality of Halton adopted the following
resolution pertaining to Enbridge Pipelines Inc. Line 9 Reversal:
“WHEREAS Enbridge Pipelines Inc. (Enbridge) is seeking approval from
the National Energy Board (NEB) for the flow reversal between North
Westover in Hamilton and Montreal to an eastward direction and capacity
expansion to 300,000 barrels per day of the existing Line 9 pipeline,
including an allowance for the transportation of heavy crude oil products;
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WHEREAS the NEB, as the responsible federal agency regulating
pipelines, energy development and trade in Canada, issued a Hearing
Order, convening a public hearing for this project;
WHEREAS Environment Canada reports that one drop of oil can render
up to 25 litres of water unfit for drinking;
WHEREAS Environment Canada reports that oil products are harmful to
aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems;
WHEREAS the pipeline integrity and other preventative and emergency
response measures are paramount to minimizing the likelihood of a
release and for the protection of the community and the environment;
WHEREAS failure of the pipeline will lead to oil products release into the
environment and contamination of our waterways and potentially Lake
Ontario; and
WHEREAS currently only one remote controlled isolation valve is located
in the Region of Halton along the Enbridge Line 9 pipeline;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
THAT Enbridge be requested to install isolation valves on each side of
watercourses to provide enhanced environmental protection and improve
the potential for minimization of environmental contamination of our
waterways and potentially Lake Ontario, and health and safety impacts in
the event of a pipeline failure;
THAT the National Energy Board be requested to require the installation
of isolation valves on each side of watercourses (regardless of whether
they are classified as “navigable” or not) to provide enhanced
environmental protection and improve the potential for minimization of
environmental contamination of our waterways and potentially Lake
Ontario, and health and safety impacts in the event of a pipeline failure;
THAT the Regional Clerk forward a copy of this resolution to the Great
Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative, as they have Intervenor status in
the NEB hearing process for the Enbridge project, for inclusion in their
hearing submissions; and
THAT the Regional Clerk forward a copy of this resolution to the City of
Burlington, as they have Letter of Commenter status in the NEB hearing
process for the Enbridge project, for inclusion in their hearing submission.
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THAT the Regional Clerk forward a copy of this resolution to the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario for distribution to all municipalities
in Ontario.”
Resolution #C-267-13
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item I – 18 from Kathy Kielt, Deputy Clerk and Supervisor of
Council and Committee Services, Regional Municipality of Halton, with respect to
Enbridge Pipelines Inc. Line 9 Reversal, be endorsed; and
THAT staff be requested to provide Council with the number of isolation valves
located in Clarington.
“CARRIED”
I - 19 John R. O’Toole, MPP Durham, forwarding a copy of correspondence
from the Honourable Glen Murray, Minister of Infrastructure and Minister
of Transportation in which the Minister acknowledges Clarington’s
concerns regarding the impact on local roads once Highway 407 East is
opened to traffic at Harmony Road but advising that the termination of the
highway at Harmony Road is temporary and traffic analysis completed by
the Ministry indicates very small impacts as a result of Phase I
implementations to Clarington’s road network; advising that the Province
is committed to completing Highway 407 East to Highway 35/115 by 2020,
with an interim opening at Taunton Road in 2017; and, advising the
Ministry’s project team will continue to work with the Municipality and the
Region to review and discuss related issues. Mr. O’Toole advises that the
Province is planning to reimburse other municipalities for impacts from the
first phase of construction and feels it is reasonable to assume that similar
impacts from the second phase through Clarington will also exist and
confirms he does not agree with the Minister’s assessment that there will
be very small impacts in Clarington.
Resolution #C-268-13
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item I – 19 from John R. O’Toole, MPP Durham, with
respect to impacts of Highway 407 East Phase I termination at Harmony Road be
received for information.
“CARRIED”
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I - 29 The Honourable Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario, responding to
Council’s resolution regarding the hosting of wind turbine projects;
acknowledging that municipal input on the siting of renewable energy
projects is important and advising the government is making significant
changes that will engage municipalities at the beginning of the process to
identify appropriate locations and siting requirements for future large
renewable energy projects; and, advising that as setbacks and municipal
input on the siting of wind projects falls under the purview of the Ministry of
Energy and the Ministry of the Environment, Premier Wynne has
forwarded a copy of Council’s correspondence to the Honourable Bob
Chiarelli and the Honourable Jim Bradley as well as to the Honourable Jeff
Leal, Minister of Rural Affairs for his information.
Resolution #C-269-13
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Correspondence Item I – 29 from The Honourable Kathleen Wynne, Premier
of Ontario, with respect to hosting of Wind Turbine Projects, be received for
information.
“CARRIED”
CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Resolution #C-270-13
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT Correspondence Items D - 1 to D - 6 be approved as per the Agenda.
“CARRIED”
D - 1 Jackie Long, Chair, Board of Trustees and Lorraine Sunstrum-Mann,
Executive Director, Grandview Children’s Centre, requesting that October
9, 2013, be proclaimed “Grandview Kids Day” in recognition of the work
and support provided by the Grandview Children’s Centre to the over
5,000 children and youth with special needs and their families; and,
requesting that the Grandview Kids Flag be raised for the occasion.
(Proclaimed and permission granted for the
raising of the Grandview Kids Flag)
D - 2 Nancy Coffin tendering her resignation, with regret, as a Member of the
Compliance Audit Committee as she will be relocating outside of the
Municipality.
(Correspondence received, with regret, and
referred to the Municipal Clerk)
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D - 3 Fred Hahn, President, Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE)
Ontario and Sheila Olan-MacLean, President, The Ontario Coalition for
Better Child Care (OCBCC) requesting that Wednesday, October 30,
2013, be proclaimed as “Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator
Appreciation Day” in Clarington, in recognition of the education, skills,
commitment and dedication of early child care educators and staff to
children, their families and quality of life of the community.
(Proclaimed)
D - 4 Deb Bowen, AMCT, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services,
Region of Durham, writing to P. Vanini, Executive Director, Association of
Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), advising that on June 26, 2013, Regional
Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to Municipal Insurance
Liability Reform:
“a) THAT the Region of Durham supports the Council Resolution of
Dutton/Dunwich requesting the Association of Municipalities of
Ontario (AMO) advocate for the Province of Ontario to work with
municipalities to develop a long term and sustainable solution that will
protect municipalities from rising litigation and claim costs which
diverts funds from more critical, yet under funded municipal services;
b) THAT the Region of Durham supports the request of the Frank
Cowan Company for the Law Commission of Ontario to complete a
study on Municipal Legislative Reform to address the issue of the
effects of Joint and Several Liability on municipal insurance claims;
and
c) THAT a copy of Report #2013-F-61 of the Commissioner of Finance
be forwarded to AMO, the Attorney General of Ontario, the local
MPP’s in Durham Region and the Area Municipalities.”
(Endorsed)
D - 5 Stefanie Scapinello, Public Health Nurse, Durham Region Health
Department, Region of Durham, requesting that October 9, 2013, be
proclaimed as “International Walk to School Day (IWALK), an annual
event that promotes physical activity, safe communities and clean air by
encouraging students to walk/wheel, cycle, in-line skate or skateboard to
and from school to fit physical activity into each day and to reduce traffic
around schools, reduce noise and air pollution and promote safer streets.
(Proclaimed)
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D - 6 Diana Stephenson, Event Coordinator, Newcastle BIA, requesting the
closure of Highway 2/King Avenue West to King Avenue East from
Baldwin/North Street to Beaver Street on Saturday, October 5, 2013 from
6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the annual Newcastle BIA Fall Harvest Festival;
indicating the event will feature vendors, car and tractor show, live music,
th
pancake breakfast, Newcastle Town Hall 90 Anniversary celebration,
games and prizes for kids; indicating that approximately 2000 people will
attend and that 25 volunteers will be available to assist with directions;
and, advising that insurance in the amount of $15,000,000 has been
secured.
(Approved provided the organizers apply
for and obtain a road occupancy permit
from the Engineering Services
Department)
D - 7 Vikki Gilmour, Fundraising and Events Coordinator, Durham Hospice, a
non-profit community based charitable organization providing practical,
emotional and spiritual support and hope to individuals, families friends
and caregivers who are facing illness, death and/or grief; advising that
Durham Hospice must raise $305,000 this year to augment the grant they
receive from the Ministry of Health & Long-Term Care; and, requesting a
grant from the Municipality to help the organization continue to serve the
residents of Clarington.
Resolution #C-271-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Vikki Gilmour, Fundraising and Events Coordinator, Durham Hospice, be
advised of the Municipal Grant Policy.
“CARRIED”
D - 8 Lorraine LeBlanc, Société Alzheimer Society Sudbury-Manitoulin, advising
that over 500,000 Canadians are living with Alzheimer’s disease and
related dementias with current health care costs associated with these
diseases at over $15 billion annually; indicating that many countries have
recognized the urgency and impact of Alzheimer’s disease and related
dementias and have developed strategies accordingly; requesting Council
to support citizens who are affected by dementia and to reduce the burden
of dementia in the future by adopting a resolution calling on all levels of
government and the Federation of Municipalities to adopt a national
dementia strategy; and, urging all citizens to become more aware and
engaged concerning the far-reaching effects of this devastating disease.
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Resolution #C-272-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item D – 8 from Lorraine LeBlanc, Société Alzheimer Society
Sudbury-Manitoulin with respect to a national dementia strategy, be received for
information.
“CARRIED”
D - 9 Martin Gerkes advising that his home and property located at 4726 Rundle
Road will be expropriated by the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) to
facilitate the construction of a link highway between the 401 East and the
407 East extension and their family home will be demolished by the MTO;
indicating that it is his understanding that if he were to apply for a building
permit to erect a home on a second property he owns on Maple Grove
Road, development fees would be charged against this construction;
requesting an exemption be granted as his family has been long-time
residents of the area, has dutifully paid their taxes, has provided a
revenue stream to the local economy through their farm business and do
not have a choice in rebuilding a replacement home at 4726 Rundle Road;
and, requesting that their demolition rights – guaranteed on their original
property at 4726 Rundle Road be transferred to their property on Maple
Grove Road.
Resolution #C-273-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item D – 9 from Martin Gerkes requesting demolition rights
at 4726 Rundle Road be transferred to property on Maple Grove Road, be referred
to staff for a report back to the next Council meeting.
“CARRIED”
D - 10 Lynne Richards expressing concern that he is unable to enjoy his property
on Sundays and Wednesdays due to noise levels from the Orono Fish and
Hunt Club; and, requesting Council to investigate lowering the decibel limit
at the Club.
Resolution #C-274-13
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Item D – 10 from Lynne Richards, regarding noise levels at
the Orono Fish and Hunt Club, be received for information.
“CARRIED”
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D - 11 John R. O’Toole, MPP, Durham, requesting Council to consider
supporting the re-naming of a stretch of Highway 115 through
Peterborough County as “The John Melville Turner Way”, as a fitting
tribute to John M. Turner, distinguished Canadian and former Speaker of
the Ontario Legislature, MPP, business leader, community volunteer, City
of Peterborough Alderman, and Canadian Military Officer who passed
away in January.
Resolution #C-275-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Correspondence Item D – 11 from John R. O’Toole, MPP, Durham,
requesting support for the re-naming of a stretch of Highway 115 through
Peterborough County as “The John Melville Turner Way”, be received for
information.
“MOTION WITHDRAWN”
Resolution #C-276-13
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Council support the re-naming of a stretch of Highway 115 through
Peterborough County as “The John Melville Turner Way”.
“CARRIED”
Resolution #C-277-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow for discussion on
Correspondence Item I – 1.
“CARRIED”
Resolution #C-278-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the Municipal Clerk be requested to write to the Clarington Museums and
Archives Board clarifying the provisions of holding a “closed” session during a Board
meeting.
“CARRIED”
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COMMITTEE REPORT(S)
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report September 9,
2013
Resolution #C-279-13
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of September 9,
2013 be approved, with the exception of Items #1(c), #2, #4, #6, #10, #17 and #19.
“CARRIED”
Item #2
Resolution #C-280-13
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT Report EGD-030-13 be received;
THAT the Municipal Solicitor continue to work with the Kawartha Pine Ridge District
School Board (KPRDSB) to finalize a legal and appropriate smoking area;
THAT surveillance cameras be installed at either end of the walkway in compliance
with all legislated requirements pertaining to surveillance;
THAT a policy be developed around the Municipality’s rationale and purpose of the
surveillance system;
THAT “No Loitering” signs be erected with specific reference to the Municipality’s
Nuisance By-Law;
THAT public education be carried out in partnership with the School Board regarding
nuisance and loitering;
THAT the Municipality provide increased presence in this area from Durham Region
Police Services and Municipal Law Enforcement;
THAT KPRDSB be requested to provide a student volunteer program to keep the
Trudeau Walkway clean;
THAT the Municipality’s Operations Department provide an increased level of
service/maintenance in this area;
THAT a garbage receptacle be installed at the walkway;
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THAT a curb cut be provided in front of the walkway;
THAT the Traffic By-Law be amended to prohibit parking on Trudeau Drive from
8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday to Friday;
THAT the Traffic By-Law be amended to prohibit stopping within one metre of any
driveway; and
THAT the area residents be notified, by mail, advising of the actions to be taken
regarding the Trudeau Walkway.
“CARRIED”
Item #4
Resolution #C-281-13
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT Report PSD-045-13 be received;
THAT the application for a temporary use by-law, submitted by Republic Live Inc., to
allow camping and ancillary uses for a period of up to three (3) years continue to be
processed and that a subsequent report be prepared;
THAT a Traffic Management Plan, prepared by traffic professionals at the expense of
the Applicant, be submitted by the Applicant, for consideration with the rezoning
application; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-045-13 and any delegations be
advised of Council's decision.
“CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING
RECORDED VOTE:”
Council Member Yes No Declaration of Absent
Pecuniary Interest
Councillor Woo √
Councillor Hooper √
Councillor Neal √
Councillor Novak √
Councillor Partner √
Councillor Traill √
Mayor Foster √
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Item #10
Resolution #C-282-13
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
WHEREAS in April, 2013 the Federal Government notified Clarington that it had
officially designated the lands of the former Prisoner of War Camp 30 and former
Training School (the middle third) of the property at 2020 Lambs Road comprised of
approximately 20 acres as a National Historic Site;
AND WHEREAS the Municipality of Clarington in October, 2009 added six of the
buildings at 2020 Lambs Road to the Municipal Register as structures with cultural
heritage value;
AND WHEREAS the commemoration of this nationally, provincially and locally
significant heritage resource will only be possible through the combination of many
people’s efforts;
AND WHEREAS the Municipality is willing to continue to work collaboratively with the
Provincial and Federal governments, property owner and community advocacy groups
having sought their input and commitment;
AND WHEREAS the responsibility for the safety, liability and access to the property
lies with the owner;
AND WHEREAS to have a sustainable redevelopment of the Camp 30 site a viable
business plan, economic development strategy and vision will have to be developed in
collaboration with the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario - Clarington Branch and all
stakeholders;
AND WHEREAS the Owner has offered the site to the Municipality in exchange for
unspecified compensation, discussions on which are continuing between the
Municipality and Owner;
AND WHEREAS it would be desirable to have the ownership of the site transferred to
an independent not-for-profit Foundation, who could avail themselves of all funding
opportunities;
AND WHEREAS the Community Development Council of Durham (CDCD) have
offered to assist in the formation, drafting of by-laws and development of a constitution
for a Foundation and Architectural Conservancy of Ontario Clarington have raised
funds to help establish a Foundation;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council endorse the establishment of a
Foundation for Camp 30 for the long term management of the Camp 30 lands;
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THAT Council endorse the creation of a Camp 30 Task Force with a mandate to
secure the property, work with the Foundation on the development of the long term
plan for the re-use of Camp 30;
THAT the Owner be requested to improve security of the site in accordance with
”Mothballing Procedures for Heritage Structures”, and that applicable Provincial grants
for such work be applied for by the Foundation;
THAT a recruitment committee be established to recommend members to the Task
Force and Foundation Establishment Committees, and that it be formed of the Owner,
the Mayor, local MPP, local MP, or their designates, Architectural Conservancy of
Ontario and a representative from the Clarington Museums and Archives; and
FURTHER THAT the Planning Services Department be assigned to assist the
Foundation and Task Force and to incorporate in its 2014 budget sufficient funds
for studies to assess the structural requirements and to develop a long term plan
for Camp 30.
“CARRIED AS AMENDED”
(See following motion)
Resolution #C-283-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-282-13 be amended by adding the name
“Councillor Traill” after the words “or their designates” in the second to last paragraph.
“CARRIED”
Resolution #C-282-13 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED.
Councillor Novak declared a pecuniary with respect to Item #1(c) of Report #1 as she
has a family member who works for one of the companies noted in Report COD-019-
13, and left the Council Chambers during discussion and voting on this matter.
Item #1(c)
Resolution #C-284-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Report COD-019-13 – Contract Awards during Council Recess, be received for
information.
“CARRIED”
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Councillor Novak returned to the meeting.
Item #6
Resolution #C-285-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Report PSD-047-13 be received;
THAT “Roy Nichols” be reserved as a future street name for Courtice; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-047-13 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
“CARRIED”
Item #17
Resolution #C-286-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Report LGL-006-13 be received;
THAT Council authorize Staff to use the updated subdivision agreement, attached to
Report LGL-006-13 as Attachment 1, as a standard agreement for all future plans of
subdivision;
THAT the Municipal Solicitor be authorized to make minor changes to the standard
subdivision agreement as the need arises; and
THAT Council approve the fees referenced in Sections 4.3, 4.4, 4.6 and 4.8 of the
updated subdivision agreement.
“CARRIED AS AMENDED”
(See following motion)
Resolution #C-287-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-286-13 be amended by adding the following new
third paragraph:
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“THAT Section 4.6 of the standard subdivision agreement be amended by
deleting the references to “2 years” and replacing them with “1 year”.
“CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING
RECORDED VOTE:”
Council Member Yes No Declaration of Absent
Pecuniary Interest
Councillor Traill √
Councillor Woo √
Councillor Hooper √
Councillor Neal √
Councillor Novak √
Councillor Partner √
Mayor Foster √
Resolution #C-286-13 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED.
Item #19
Resolution #C-288-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Clarington will work with Canadian Tire Motorsport Park and the Clarington
Board of Trade to develop a study of the economic impact of NASCAR on Clarington.
“CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE
MEETING”
Resolution #C-289-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-287-13 be amended by adding the words
“Clarington Tourism” after the words “Clarington Board of Trade”.
“CARRIED LATER IN THE MEETING”
(See following motions)
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Resolution #C-290-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow Members of Council to speak to
Resolution #C-289-13 a second time.
“CARRIED”
Resolution #C-289-13 was then put to a vote and CARRIED.
Resolution #C-288-13 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED.
STAFF REPORT(S)
There were no Staff Reports considered under this Section of the Agenda.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-291-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the delegation of Brad Black, Black’s Water Supply Inc., be received with
thanks.
“CARRIED”
BY-LAWS
By-law 2013-078 was received as a Hand-Out.
Resolution #C-292-13
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2013-074 to 2013-078
2013-074 Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for
the Municipality of Clarington (Valiant Rental Inc.)
2013-075 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2009-123, the Sign By-law for the Corporation
of the Municipality of Clarington
2013-076 Being a By-law to appoint a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (Duncan
Anderson)
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2013-077 Being a By-law to exempt a certain portion of Registered Plan 40M-2148 from
Part Lot Control
2013-078 Being a By-law to exempt a certain portion of Registered Plan 40M-2499 from
Part Lot Control; 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
There was no Other Business introduced under this Section of the Agenda.
Councillor Novak stated a pecuniary interest earlier in the meeting, refrained from
voting on the Confirming By-law and left the Council Chambers during discussion and
voting on the Confirming By-law.
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-293-13
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2013-079, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
th
on the 16 day of September, 2013; and
THAT the said by-law be approved.
“CARRIED”
Councillor Novak returned to the meeting.
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ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-294-13
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the meeting adjourn at 9:15 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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