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Council Meeting Minutes
DECEMBER 2, 2013
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on December 2, 2013 at 7:00 p.m., in the
Council Chambers.
Councillor Neal 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 Planning Services, D. Crome
Director of Operations, F. Horvath
Director of Corporate Services and Human Resources,
M. Marano
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
Councillor Hooper indicated that he would be declaring a pecuniary interest with
respect to Correspondence Item D - 9.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Partner announced the following:
Grand Opening of Leslie H. Ray, CA, Professional Corporation, at 225 King
Avenue, Newcastle, on December 3, 2013 at 3:00 p.m.
Port Granby Liaison Group Roundtable on December 3, 2013, at 6:30 p.m.
at the Newcastle Public Library
Orono Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 6, 2013;
participating stores will remain open until 9:00 p.m.
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Santa’s Breakfast at the Orono Town Hall on December 7, 2013, 9:00 a.m.
to 11:30 a.m.
Heather Rebekah Lodge’s Annual Christmas Bazaar on December 7, 2013
from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
She extended congratulations to Christopher Bugelli who will be receiving
the Medal of Bravery, an Award recognizing acts of bravery in hazardous
circumstances, at Rideau Hall on December 5, 2013. Chris is being
recognized for his efforts in saving a man from a possible drowning on
March 13, 2011
Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmer’s Program is seeking nominations for
the 2014 Ontario Outstanding Young Farmer’s Award. Nomination forms
and criteria are available at www.oyfontario.ca.
Councillor Traill announced the following:
On November 30, 2013, Members of the Camp 30 Task Force nominated
candidates for the Foundation Board. She extended appreciation to her
colleagues on the Task Force and to Ben Earle, Community Development
Council Durham, and Faye Langmaid for their guidance in the decision-
making process
December 14, 2013, Breakfast with Santa at the Tyrone Community Hall
from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Councillor Woo announced the following:
He extended appreciation to Clarington residents for the success of the four
great Santa Claus Parades held in the Municipality
December 4, 2013, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., children between the
ages of 3 and 5 are invited to write a letter to Santa Claus at the Newcastle
Branch of the Clarington Public Library. Advance registration is required
December 4, 2013, Annual Farmers Christmas Parade starting at 6:00 p.m.
and travelling through Enniskillen, Hayden and Tyrone
Newcastle Public School Christmas Market on December 6, 2013, from
1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Clarington Concert Band Christmas Season Celebration on December 8,
2013, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
Councillor Hooper announced the following:
Historic Downtown Bowmanville Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, December 6, 2013. Entertainment with Rick and
Terry’s “Just for Kids” Show
Starting on Saturday, December 7, 2013, Santa and his reindeer arrive at his
Tent Castle from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Hampton Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 3, 2013, at the
Hampton Community Hall
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Breakfast with Santa on December 14, 2013, at the Hampton Community
Hall
Fish Ladder Project in Valleys 2000 is now open. Councillor Hooper
extended appreciation to all involved in the project
Clarington Older Adults Association Events:
Annual Christmas Party featuring Clarington Concert Band on
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December 19, 2013
New Year’s Eve Party on December 31, 2013
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Clarington Safe Communities Committee Meeting at the Garnet B. Rickard
Recreation Complex on December 2, 2013 and in Courtice on December 5,
2013
Councillor Neal announced the following:
He extended congratulations to the organizers and volunteers of the Orono
and Courtice Santa Claus Parades
Information Session for the development of the southeast corner of
Bloor Street and Townline Road at the South Courtice Arena on
December 5, 2013, at 7:00 p.m.
Councillor Novak announced the following:
She extended congratulations to staff of the Engineering Services
Department and the Planning Services Department on receiving awards from
the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority
She expressed appreciation to Marsha Scott and her team at White Cliffe
Retirement Residence for the Annual Courtice Christmas Tree Lighting
Ceremony and to Members of Clarington Fire and Emergency Services
Firehouse Youth Centre Christmas Cheer, December 4, 2013, 5:00 p.m. to
8:00 p.m.
She extended special thanks to the First Courtice Santa Claus Parade
Committee, particularly Dale Gibbons, Chair, and to the sponsors and
donors, the Charles Street Band, Municipal staff and to Courtice residents for
coming out to the parade
Mayor Foster announced the following:
December 3, 2013, Official Opening of the Duke of Cambridge Public School
at 6:30 p.m.
December 5, 2013, Clarington Crossing Guards Annual Christmas Get
Together in the Council Chambers at 9:00 a.m.
Grand Opening of the Fish Ladder Project on-site on December 16, 2013, at
2:00 p.m.
Media Launch and Pre-show of The Animal’s Gift at the Bowmanville Zoo on
December 6, 2013, at 7:00 p.m.
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Clarington Museums and Archives Edwardian Christmas, immediately
following the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 6, 2013
He thanked the residents of Clarington, from Courtice to Newtonville, for
arranging and participating in numerous seasonal events and activities
He expressed appreciation to CP Rail for having the Holiday Train stop in
Bowmanville. This year they contributed $2500 for each of the three food
banks in Clarington
Resolution #C-400-13
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council November 18, 2013, be approved.
“CARRIED”
PRESENTATIONS
There were no Presentations scheduled for this meeting.
DELEGATIONS
There were no Delegations scheduled for this meeting.
Resolution #C-401-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the Rules of Procedure be suspended.
“CARRIED”
(Required ¾ vote)
Resolution #C-402-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Curry Clifford, Corporate Initiatives Officer, be permitted to address Council on
the Province’s Long-Term Energy Plan.
“CARRIED”
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Mr. Clifford indicated that he and Sheila Hall, Executive Director/Economic
Development Officer, Clarington Board of Trade, attended a lock-up briefing on the
Province’s Long-Term Energy Plan, which will guide future decisions for the next three
years. He noted the Province will be making updates to the Plan every year because
of frequent changes in demand. Mr. Clifford noted the Plan, as it relates to Clarington,
is consistent with announcements made in October except that the Province is using
the language of “deferral” rather than “cancellation” of new build and that demand
management will guide future decisions before building new generation. Mr. Clifford
confirmed that nuclear refurbishment at both Darlington and Bruce Nuclear
Generating Stations will proceed beginning in 2016 and refurbishment of the full range
of reactors will be determined following their experience with the first refurbishment.
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-403-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the
exception of Correspondence Item I - 13.
“CARRIED”
I - 1 Minutes of the Newcastle Memorial Arena Management Board dated
October 8, 2013
I - 2 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated October
17, 2013
I - 3 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated October 15, 2013
I - 4 Minutes of the Clarington Accessibility Advisory Committee dated
November 6, 2013
I - 5 Minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory
Committee dated November 12, 2013
I - 6 Minutes of the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington dated
November 14, 2013
I - 7 Minutes of the Clarington Heritage Committee dated November 19, 2013
I - 8 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated
November 19, 2013
I - 9 Minutes of the Clarington Safe Communities Advisory Committee dated
November 21, 2013
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I - 10 Minutes of the Sustainable Clarington Community Advisory Committee
dated October 17 and November 21, 2013
I - 11 Minutes of the St Marys Cement Community Relations Committee,
August 27, 2013
I - 12 Margaret Stauffer, Administrative Assistant, Central Lake Ontario
Conservation Authority (CLOCA), forwarding a summary of the 2012/2013
Watershed Awards, a biennial event to recognize and show appreciation
for environmental contributions made by citizens, organizations and
businesses towards the enhancement and stewardship of local
watersheds; and, advising of the following awards with respect to
Clarington initiatives:
Municipality of Clarington Engineering Services – Bragg Road
Culvert Rehabilitation and Soper Creek Re-Alignment
Municipality of Clarington Planning Services – “Trees for Rural
Roads” Program
Ontario Power Generation – Durham Children’s Groundwater
Festival and Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival
TD Friends of the Environment Foundation – Funding for
Construction of Accessible Floating Docks for the Enniskillen Pond.
I - 14 Roger Saunders, Director, Strategic Planning, Regional Municipality of
Durham, forwarding a copy of Report 2013-P-74 of the Commissioner of
Planning and Economic Development regarding #CycleON: Ontario’s
Cycling Strategy.
I - 15 Roger Anderson, Regional Chair and CEO, Regional Municipality of
Durham, writing to Martin Vroegh, Director of Environmental Affairs,
St. Marys Cement and Votorantim Cement North America, advising that on
October 30, 2013, Regional Council adopted the following resolution
pertaining to St. Marys Cement’s request for support for the use of wood
biomass as an alternative to fossil fuels at the St. Marys Cement,
Bowmanville Cement Plant, as a contribution to greenhouse gas emission
reductions in the Region:
“a) THAT the Regional Chair provide a letter of support to Mr. Martin
Vroegh, Director of Environmental Affairs, St. Marys Cement and
Votorantim Cement North America; and
b) THAT Council Correspondence CC 128 from Mr. Martin Vroegh be
referred to the Municipality of Clarington Council.”
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The Region has recognized that the use of wood biomass as an alternative
to fossil fuel at the St. Marys Cement, Bowmanville cement plant would
help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the Region and has lent their
support to the application.
I - 16 Pam Lancaster, Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA),
forwarding a Public Notice regarding the Draft Updated Ganaraska
Assessment Report: Lake Ontario Intakes Source Protection Planning,
Trent Conservation Coalition Source Protection Region, inviting comment
on the Draft Updated Assessment Report for the Ganaraska Region
Source Protection Area, Trent Conservation Coalition Source Protection
Region. The approved document identifies threats to drinking water quality
and quantity and the update will provide further identification of water
quality threats to Lake Ontario intakes. The draft update can be reviewed
at http://www.trentsourceprotection.on.ca/the planningprocess/
assessmentreport/ganaraskareport/. Written comments are to be received
by December 20, 2013.
I - 17 D. Bowen, AMCT, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Regional
Municipality of Durham, advising Council that on October 30, 2013,
Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to Non-
Residential Regional Development Charge Collection:
“a) THAT for multi-unit non-residential development proposals where the
use at occupancy could be either commercial or industrial (as defined in
the Region’s Development Charge By-law No. 16-2013), and building
permits will not be required for each individual unit within the building,
the following approach be undertaken by Regional staff:
i) The Regional commercial development charge be applied on the
entire building at building permit stage; and
ii) A refund be provided to the original building permit applicant, for the
portion of the building that meets the definition of industrial use at
occupancy as determined by Regional staff, based on the difference
between the commercial and industrial development charges at the
rates in effect at the time of the original payment (plus interest).
b) THAT for multi-unit non-residential development proposals where the
use at occupancy could be either commercial or industrial and the Chief
Building Official from the local municipality provides written assurance to
the Region that each unit within the multi-unit development will be
subject to acquiring one or more additional building permits prior to
occupancy, Regional development charges will be collected based on
the following approach by Regional staff:
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i) The Regional industrial development charge be applied on the
construction of the building shell;
ii) As subsequent building permit applications are submitted for each
individual unit, the proponent be required to pay the difference
between the industrial development charge and the commercial
development charge for each unit that meets the commercial use
definition in the Region’s Development Charge By-law as determined
by Regional staff; and
iii) That the area municipality undertake the collection of these additional
development charges for remittance to the Region.”
I - 18 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 October 15, 2013,
with a copy to the EFWAC, York Regional Clerk and Durham
Regional Clerk, regarding Durham/York Energy from Waste Project,
August 2013 Complaint and Inquiry Logs (MOE File No. EA-08-02)
Durham York Energy Centre Complaint Protocol Log (October 2013)
Letter to the Ministry of the Environment dated October 18, 2013,
with a copy to the EFWAC, York Regional Clerk and Durham
Regional Clerk, regarding Durham/York Energy from Waste Project,
Addressing Ministry of the Environment’s Comments on the 2012
Annual Surface Water Report (MOE File No. EA-08-02)
Figure 1: Surface Water Sampling Locations; and
advising that the documents are also available on the EFW project website
at http://www.durhamyorkwaste.ca/project/efw-committee.htm
I - 19 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 October 31, 2013,
with a copy to the EFWAC, York Regional Clerk and Durham
Regional Clerk, regarding Durham/York Energy from Waste Project,
Submission of the 2013 Compliance Monitoring Report (MOE File
No. EA-08-02)
Durham York Energy Centre 2013 Compliance Report and
Appendices A & B
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Durham York Energy Centre 2013 Compliance Report Appendix C
Letter to the Ministry of the Environment dated October 31, 2013,
with a copy to the EFWAC, York Regional Clerk and Durham
Regional Clerk, regarding Durham/York Energy from Waste Project,
Submission of the Regional Municipality of Durham’s Waste
Diversion Program Monitoring Report for 2012 (MOE File No. EA-
08-02)
The Regional Municipality of Durham’s Waste Management
Services 2012 Waste Diversion Report
Letter to the Ministry of the Environment dated October 30, 2013,
with a copy to the EFWAC, York Regional Clerk and Durham
Regional Clerk, regarding Durham/York Energy from Waste Project,
Submission of the Regional Municipality of York Waste Diversion
Program Monitoring Plan (MOE File NO. EA-08-02)
The Regional Municipality of York’s 2012 Annual Diversion Report;
and
advising that the documents are also available on the EFW project website
at http://www.durhamyorkwaste.ca/project/efw-committee.htm
I - 20 Debi A. Wilcox, Town Clerk, Town of Whitby, writing to D. Bowen, Regional
Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising that on November 18,
2013, the Town of Whitby adopted the following resolution pertaining to
Fair and Efficient Representation – Durham Regional Council:
“1. THAT Report CAO-07-13 of the Chief Administrative Officer be
received;
2. THAT based on the review of Town of Ajax Report, ‘Durham Region
Council: The Need for Fair and Efficient Representation’, dated May 13,
2013, that the Region of Durham be requested to establish a committee
to review the representation and composition of the Durham Region
Council;
3. THAT a referendum question be included on the 2014 Municipal
Election ballot in Whitby;
4. THAT the referendum question read as follows:
Are you in favour of the Council of the Town of Whitby passing a
resolution requesting that the Council of the Region of Durham take the
necessary steps to reduce the size of Regional Council by distributing
the seats based on the population of each municipality? Yes No
5. THAT the Council of the Town of Whitby requests the Region of
Durham to include the above question on the 2014 region wide ballot;
and,
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6. THAT this resolution be circulated to the Regional Clerk and all area
Municipal Clerks in the Durham Region.”
I - 21 Deb Bowen, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Regional
Municipality of Durham, advising that on November 20, 2013, Regional
Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to 2014 Municipal
Elections:
“a) THAT Report #A2013-A-52 of the Commissioner of Corporate Services
be received for information; and
b) THAT a copy of Report #2013-A-52 of the Commissioner of Corporate
Services be forwarded to the area municipalities for their information.”
I - 13 Gary Cole, President, West Beach Association, forwarding the
Association’s Annual Progress Report on the development of the new park
at the West Beach; indicating the beach has been greatly used by residents
and visitors alike, the Association members have worked very hard to keep
the beach in good shape and much work has been done on their individual
cottages to keep them up and to present a pleasing appearance for the
many visitors, there has been no trouble of any kind over the season, and
the Association has held many successful social events; and, the
Association appreciates the work of Municipal staff who have helped to
make the park a reality. The Association has also donated a book
compiled by Susie and Dan Plumpton depicting Port Darlington’s West
Beach since its inception in the 1890’s.
Resolution #C-404-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT Correspondence Item I - 13 from Gary Cole, President, West Beach
Association, forwarding the Association’s Annual Progress Report, be received for
information; and
THAT a letter of appreciation be forwarded to the Association acknowledging their
good stewardship and the donation of the book compiled by Susie and Dan Plumpton
depicting Port Darlington’s West Beach.
“CARRIED”
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CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Resolution #C-405-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Correspondence Items D - 1 to D - 6 be approved as per the Agenda.
“CARRIED”
D - 1 Ministry of the Environment advising the Premier of Ontario is inviting
nominations for the 2014 Council of the Federation (COF) Excellence in
Water Stewardship Award, an award to recognize outstanding
achievement, innovative practice and excellence in water stewardship
provincially and territorially consisting of a certificate and $1,000; advising
of the eligibility criteria; and, indicating the nomination deadline is January
15, 2014.
(Correspondence referred to the Municipal
Clerk to have information placed on the
municipal website)
D - 2 Garth Gilpin, Secretary-Treasurer, Board of Management, Historic
Downtown Bowmanville Business Centre, advising Council that Donna
Johnston of Bella Donna’s has tendered her resignation from the Board of
Management, effective November 12, 2013.
(Correspondence referred to the Municipal
Clerk)
D - 3 Alan Cornthwaite, Recording Secretary, Past President, Bowmanville and
District Navy League, requesting permission for Sea Cadet tagging in
Clarington on April 4, 5 and 6 and September 26, 27, 28, 2014, in support
of the Sea Cadet Program and to provide an opportunity to exhibit the
Cadets in the community.
(Sea Cadet tagging approved on April 4, 5
and 6 and September 26, 27, 28, 2014)
D - 4 Jo-Anne McFarland, Clarington Polar Bear Swim Committee, extending an
invitation to Mayor Foster and Members of Council to participate in the
th
14 Clarington Polar Bear Swim “Plunge for Life” to be held on January 1,
2014 at the Newcastle Beach to raise awareness of the urgent need for
organ and tissue donations and to raise funds for the Sick Kids
Foundation to be directed towards research for pediatric liver disease;
and, requesting Council’s approval for members of Clarington Fire Station
#2 to provide an Emergency Service presence at this community event.
(Request approved)
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D - 5 Tom Feddema, 2704 Concession Road 7, requesting an extension to
Building Permit #13.0234 to September 1, 2014.
(Extension to Building Permit #13.0234 to
September 1, 2014, approved subject to
the signing of a further Letter of
Undertaking)
D - 6 Christopher Schueler, URS Consultant Detail Design Manager, URS,
advising that URS has been retained by the Ontario Ministry of
Transportation (MTO) to undertake an Advance Clearing Contract in
advance of construction of the Highway 401/Holt Road Interchange Detail
Design Project to clear existing trees and vegetation; indicating the project
is anticipated to commence in early 2014 during the winter/early spring
prior to May 1, 2014, to avoid impacts to migratory birds and species-at-
risk; advising that off-peak lane closures will be required on Highway 401
in the vicinity of Holt Road and temporary lane closures will occur along
the South Service Road, Solina Road, Park Road and Holt Road; and,
requesting an exemption to the Noise By-law to allow night and weekend
work with no timing limitations (including statutory holidays) and to include
prohibited time periods for the operation of construction equipment in
order to minimize potential safety hazards during construction to the
traveling public and disruption to the high volume of daytime traffic.
(Exemption to the Municipality’s Noise
By law approved for the period January 1
to May 1, 2014)
D - 7 Paul and Diane Imalch and Scott and Vicki Carson, expressing concern
with the state of repair and maintenance of Bellamy Road; advising the
road is very busy due to businesses operating and vehicles supplying
goods and services to the businesses; and, requesting Bellamy Road be
reconstructed. A petition from concerned residents of Bellamy Road was
also received advising that residents are hoping the promised resurfacing
of Bellamy Road will be honoured and that the road will be rebuilt properly
with asphalt surfacing as soon as possible and not be returned to a gravel
surface.
Resolution #C-406-13
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the request for resurfacing of Bellamy Road be referred to the 2014 Budget.
“CARRIED”
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D - 8 Deb Bowen, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Regional
Municipality of Durham, advising that on October 30, 2013, Regional
Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to St. Marys Cement’s
request for support for the use of wood biomass as an alternative to fossil
fuels at the St. Marys Cement, Bowmanville Cement Plant, as a
contribution to greenhouse gas emission reductions in the Region:
“a) THAT the Regional Chair provide a letter of support to Mr. Martin
Vroegh, Director of Environmental Affairs, St. Marys Cement and
Votorantim Cement North America; and
b) THAT Council Correspondence CC 128 from Mr. Martin Vroegh be
referred to the Municipality of Clarington Council.”
As noted in Part b) above, Regional Council Correspondence CC 128
from Martin Vroegh, advising that St. Marys Cement is developing
applications for Environmental Compliance Approval (both waste and air)
to substitute alternative (low carbon) fuel for conventional fuel (petroleum
coke) and St. Marys is respectfully requesting a resolution of support for
the use of wood biomass as an alternative to fossil fuels at the St. Marys
Cement, Bowmanville Cement Plant, recognizing this as a contribution to
greenhouse gas emission reductions in Durham Region.
Resolution #C-407-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT a letter be forwarded to St. Marys Cement in support of their use of wood
biomass as an alternative to fossil fuels at the St. Marys Cement, Bowmanville
Cement Plant.
“CARRIED”
Councillor Hooper declared a pecuniary with respect to Correspondence Item D - 9
as he owns property in the downtown core, and left the Council Chambers during
discussion and voting on this matter.
D - 9 Garth Gilpin, Secretary-Treasurer, Board of Management, Historic
Downtown Bowmanville Business Centre, advising that on November 12,
2013, the Board of Management adopted the following resolution
pertaining to a moratorium on retail development in Bowmanville:
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“THAT … because there are several commercial retail sites currently
available for rent east of Liberty Street, in the downtown and west of
County Road 57, and that because the expansion of the Darlington
Nuclear plant has been cancelled by the Ontario Government which will
negatively affect local residential growth, that Council be requested to
place a moratorium on further retail development in the Bowmanville area
until the local economy has stabilized.”
Resolution #C-408-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the request from the Board of Management, Historic Downtown Bowmanville
Business Centre, for Council to place a moratorium on further retail development in
the Bowmanville area until the local economy has stabilized, be referred to the
Clarington Board of Trade and Office of Economic Development to assist the
Bowmanville BIA in exploring opportunities for marketing the BIA and promoting
attraction and retention of business.
“CARRIED”
Councillor Hooper returned to the meeting.
D - 10 Mayor Steve Parish, Town of Ajax, advising Council that on November 25,
2013, Ajax Town Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to
Representation Questions on the 2014 Election Ballots:
“1. THAT Town of Ajax Council petition the Council of the Regional
Municipality of Durham to include the following question on the region-
wide ballot on October 27, 2014:
‘Are you in favour of the Council of the Regional Municipality of
Durham taking all necessary steps to reduce the size of Regional
Council by distributing the seats based on the population of each local
municipality?’
Yes No
2. THAT the Council of the Municipality of Clarington be advised of the
support of Ajax and Whitby for a ballot question on representation and
that Clarington Council be requested to support a region-wide ballot
question on this issue in light of Clarington’s significant
underrepresentation.”
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Resolution #C-409-13
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT the resolution from the Town of Ajax, with respect to Representation
Questions on the 2014 Election Ballots, be endorsed.
“MOTION WITHDRAWN”
Resolution #C-410-13
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT the resolution from the Town of Ajax, with respect to Representation
Questions on the 2014 Election Ballots, be referred to staff for a report back to
Council at the first meeting in January.
“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
COMMITTEE REPORT(S)
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report November 25,
2013
Resolution #C-411-13
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of November 25,
2013 be approved, with the exception of Items #1(a) and #6.
“CARRIED”
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Item #1(a)
Resolution #C-412-13
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT staff be requested to report back on signage options including a floral display
along Highway 401 for Bowmanville as per Robert Stevens’ delegation and that the
limit be capped at $20,000.
“MOTION LOST”
Resolution #C-413-13
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Report EGD-035-13 - Bowmanville Municipal Identification Display, be
received for information.
“CARRIED”
Item #6
Resolution #C-414-13
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Report PSD-070-13 be received;
THAT the following resolution, contained in Attachment 1 of Report
PSD-070-13, supporting the FIT applications by Elizabeth Anne Stapleton and
Stapleton Auctions, at 4532 Hwy 2, Newtonville be approved:
WHEREAS Elizabeth Anne Stapleton (the Applicant) proposes to construct
and operate a rooftop solar array (the "Project") on 4532 Highway 2,
Newtonville (the "Lands") in the Municipality of Clarington under the
Province's FIT Program;
AND WHEREAS the Applicant has requested that Council of the Municipality
of Clarington indicate by resolution Council's support for the construction
and operation of the Project on the Property;
AND WHEREAS, pursuant to the FIT Rules, Version 3.0, applications whose
Projects receive the formal support of Local Municipalities will be awarded
Priority Points, which may result in the Applicant being offered a FIT
Contract prior to other persons applying for FIT Contracts;
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Municipality of
Clarington supports the construction and operation of the Project on the
Lands; and
THAT this resolution's sole purpose is to enable the Applicant to receive
Priority Points under the FIT Program and may not be used for the purpose
of any other form of municipal approval in relation to the Application or
Project or any other purpose.
THAT the following resolution, contained in Attachment 2 of Report
PSD-070-13, supporting the FIT applications by Stapleton Auctions, at
9 Newtonville Mill St., Newtonville be approved:
WHEREAS Stapleton Auctions (the Applicant) proposes to construct and
operate a rooftop solar array (the "Project") on 9 Newtonville Mill Street,
Newtonville (the "Lands") in the Municipality of Clarington under the
Province's FIT Program;
AND WHEREAS the Applicant has requested that Council of the Municipality
of Clarington indicate by resolution Council's support for the construction
and operation of the Project on the Property;
AND WHEREAS, pursuant to the FIT Rules, Version 3.0, applications whose
Projects receive the formal support of Local Municipalities will be awarded
Priority Points, which may result in the Applicant being offered a FIT
Contract prior to other persons applying for FIT Contracts;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Municipality of
Clarington supports the construction and operation of the Project on the
Lands;
THAT this resolution's sole purpose is to enable the Applicant to receive
Priority Points under the FIT Program and may not be used for the purpose
of any other form of municipal approval in relation to the Application or
Project or any other purpose.
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-070-13 be advised of Council’s
decision.
“CARRIED”
STAFF REPORT(S)
There were no Staff Reports considered under this Section of the Agenda.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no Unfinished Business considered under this Section of the Agenda.
BY-LAWS
Resolution #C-415-13
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2013-100 to 2013-102
2013-100 Being a By-law to amend municipal street names in the Municipality of
Clarington
2013-101 Being a By-law to provide for advance votes to be held prior to the 2014 Voting
Day
2013-102 Being a By-law to appoint an individual as a Parking Enforcement Officer for
Private Property (Brett MacNeil) (243 King Street East, Bowmanville, and
120, 124, 128, 132 and 136 Aspen Springs Drive, Bowmanville); and
THAT the said by-laws be approved.
“CARRIED”
PROCEDURAL NOTICE(S) OF MOTION
There were no Procedural Notices of Motion introduced under this Section of the
Agenda.
OTHER BUSINESS
Councillor Neal questioned whether staff were aware of any appeals of the Ontario
Municipal Board decision regarding the Trulls Road apartment complex. The Director
of Planning Services advised he was not aware of any appeals.
Councillor Hooper questioned the status of the Region’s waste diversion rate with
respect to the Durham/York Energy-from-Waste Facility and what happens if the 70%
diversion rate is not achieved. Mayor Foster stated he did not believe there was a
condition on the 70% goal and confirmed, at present, the Region is at 54% diversion
and continues to move towards the 70% target rate. The Commissioner of Planning
Services indicated that there is no tie-in between the CofA and the legal requirements
of the EFW.
Mayor Foster suggested representatives from the Region could be invited to attend a
future Council meeting to discuss waste diversion.
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Councillor Partner expressed concern with the lack of communication regarding the
road closure at East Townline Road wherein Emergency Services took eight minutes
longer to respond to an emergency. Chief Weir indicated he would follow-up with
EMS.
Councillor Hooper 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-416-13
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2013-103, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
on the 2nd day of December, 2013; and
THAT the said by-law be approved.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Hooper returned to the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-417-13
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:36 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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