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Council Meeting Minutes
FEBRUARY 10, 2014
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on February 10, 2014 at 7:00 p.m., in the
Council Chambers.
Councillor Woo 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
Deputy Treasurer, L. Gordon
Director of Operations, F. Horvath
Manager of Special Projects, F. Langmaid, attended until
7:33 p.m.
Director of Corporate Services and Human Resources,
M. Marano
Communications Co-ordinator, J. Vreeker, attended
until 7:33 p.m.
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 Novak indicated that she would be declaring a pecuniary interest with
respect to Correspondence Item D – 5.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Neal announced the following:
“Heart Attack Counter Attack” Program on March 8, 2014 at Faith United
Church from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. featuring Dr. Bhargava, Cardiologist
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Courtice Community Leaders Dinner on February 15, 2014, at the Courtice
Community Complex, contact Judy McDonald, Courtice Rotary or
Councillor Neal for tickets
Councillor Novak announced the following:
2014 Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival March 8 to 16, 2014
Clarington Board of Trade Regional Chair Luncheon with Roger Anderson on
February 18, 2014 at Stuttering John’s Smokehouse, formerly the Hilltop
Restaurant from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Councillor Partner announced the following:
A Gift of Art has been issued a challenge by a local sponsor to match donations
given to them for up to $5,000 until February 12, 2014, for art programs
Kendal Lions Club Hearts and Flowers Roast Beef Dinner at the Kendal
Community Centre on February 14, 2014, 6:00 p.m.
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Lions Club of Newcastle’s 3 Annual Italian Supper Night on Sunday,
February 23, 2014, at the Newcastle Community Hall
Rainstone will be appearing at the Orono Town Hall on March 1, 2014,
featuring music from the 50’s and 60’s. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with all
proceeds in support of the Orono Town Hall painting project
Newcastle Community Hall installation of window panels is complete
Canadian Flags have been painted on the snow banks on Toronto Street and
near Rona in Newcastle in support of the Sochi Olympics
She advised of the “Go Tara Go” Banner program, encouraging all to order
their banners in support of Tara Watchorn, Newcastle Olympian
Councillor Traill announced the following:
Valentine Café Night at the Tyrone Community Hall on February 14, 2014
Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Clarington “Bowl for Kids Sake” – Ward 3 Rollers
have registered. Councillor Traill issued a friendly challenge to her colleagues
to participate in the event
Canadian Women’s Hockey Team events at the Sochi Olympics on
Wednesday morning
Councillor Woo announced the following:
February 15, 2014, Clarington Eagles Junior Hockey Team in collaboration with
the Kawartha Blazers Sledge Hockey Team, special Exhibition Game at the
Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex in support of the Grandview Treatment
Centre
February 16, 2014, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Newcastle Village & District
Historical Society presents a free showing of short films showcasing
Newcastle’s Agricultural Heritage at the Newcastle Community Hall
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Grand opening and ribbon-cutting of King’s Key Pub and Eatery on
February 15, 2014
Councillor Hooper announced the following:
Heritage Week Events from February 16 to 23, 2014
Free showing of short films showcasing Newcastle’s Agricultural
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Heritage at the Newcastle Community Hall on February 16, 2014, 1:00
p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
February 18, 2014 Film Night - Childhood Lost, the Story of Canada’s
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Home Children at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers
February 19, 2014, Movie Night – Hitler’s Canadians at 7:00 p.m. in the
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Council Chambers
February 20, 2014, Old Time Orono and Durham East 4H Club hosting
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vintage home movies depicting Orono in the 1940’s and 1950’s at
7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers
February 18, 2014, Agricultural Luncheon at the Clarington Older Adult
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Association prepared and presented by local farmers and guest servers,
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
February 21, 2014, Heritage Week Barn Dance hosted by the Clarington
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Older Adult Association featuring live country music with Larry Adams
and the Good Tyme Band
Lions Club of Bowmanville Valentine’s Dinner and Dance on February 15,
2014, at the Beech Centre, 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
February is “Heart and Stroke” Month
Mayor Foster announced the following:
Reminder that February 14, 2014, is Valentine’s Day
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2 Annual “For the Love of Art” Gala on February 8, 2014, was a tremendous
success. Mayor Foster expressed appreciation to staff and the donation and
involvement of the Arts Community
February 6, 2014, the Municipality received an Outstanding Achievement
Award from the United Way Durham Region at their Appreciation Luncheon.
The Director of Operations confirmed that the Municipality had increased their
fundraising pledge by 55% in 2013
February 11, 2014, Sea Cadet Open House at the Charles Bowman Public
School, 7:00 p.m.
Winter Wonderlearn at the Clarington Public Library on February 17, 2014
Public Open House on Leash-Free Park at the Newcastle Public Library on
February 19, 2014, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
February 21, 2014, Special General Purpose and Administration Committee
Meeting to review the 2014 Budget
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Resolution #C-057-14
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council January 27, 2014, be approved as
amended to remove the last three paragraphs on Page 14.
“CARRIED”
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Foster introduced Angela Tibbles, Chair, Clarington Heritage Committee, who
assisted with the presentation of the Ontario Heritage Trust Community Recognition
Awards.
Angela Tibbles highlighted the activities and achievements of Karin Murphy and David
Reesor who, over the past six years, have documented the many and varied features
of Clarington’s disappearing history resulting in a photographic record of all the
buildings listed in the Municipality’s Heritage Inventory and many additional structures.
Mayor Foster and Angela Tibbles acknowledged David Reesor, who was unable to
attend tonight’s meeting, and presented a Certificate of Achievement and pin to
Karin Murphy, under the Built Heritage Category.
Angela Tibbles highlighted the activities and achievements of Garfield Shaw, including
his collection and maintenance of in-depth files on all facets of Bowmanville history
and the donation of almost eighty binders to the Bowmanville Museum. Ms. Tibbles
indicated this information is consulted daily for many diverse historical questions,
noting his three binders on the Bowmanville Boys’ Training School have contributed
information on Camp 30, which would have otherwise remained unknown.
Mayor Foster and Angela Tibbles presented a Certificate of Achievement and pin to
Garfield Shaw under the Cultural Heritage Category.
Angela Tibbles highlighted the activities and achievements of Frank Stapleton, a
highly dedicated advocate, whose involvement has benefitted numerous heritage
projects over many decades. Ms. Tibbles emphasized three major contributions
Mr. Stapleton has made to the conservation of history and built heritage in Clarington
and Ontario, including the conservation of The Old Grist Mill, the restoration of the
former Burley B/A Gas Station property in Newtonville and the identification and
conservation of the Newtonville School House. Ms. Tibbles indicated that
Mr. Stapleton has been providing leadership and dedication to his community
throughout his entire adult life, has contributed greatly to heritage conservation in
Clarington and has gone above and beyond to ensure that the rich heritage of his
homestead is conserved and protected for future generations. Mayor Foster and Ms.
Tibbles presented a congratulatory certificate to Frank Stapleton in recognition of his
receipt of the Lieutenant Governor’s Ontario Heritage Trust Award for Lifetime
Achievement.
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Mayor Foster acknowledged correspondence from Beth Hanna, Executive Director,
Ontario Heritage Trust, extending appreciation to Council for submitting nominations
for the Ontario Heritage Trust’s Recognition Programs and congratulating Frank
Stapleton, Karin Murphy and David Reesor and Garfield Shaw for their nominations
under the Heritage Community Recognition Program.
DELEGATIONS
There were no Delegations scheduled for this meeting.
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-058-14
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the
exception of Items I - 6, I - 7, and I – 12.
“CARRIED”
I - 1 Minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory
Committee dated January 28, 2014
I - 2 Minutes of the Clarington Heritage Committee dated January 21, 2014
I - 3 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated
January 21, 2014
I - 4 Minutes of the Durham Nuclear Health Committee (DNHC) dated
January 17, 2014
I - 5 Minutes of the Clarington Accessibility Advisory Committee dated
January 8, 2014
I - 8 Tyler Drygas, Consultant Senior Environmental Planner, URS, advising that
URS Canada Inc. was retained by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation
(MTO) to undertake the Detail Design and Class Environmental
Assessment Study for the replacement of the Highway 401/Holt Road
interchange; indicating that a Design and Construction Report (DCR) has
been prepared and will be available for a 30-day public review from
January 30, 2014 at various locations including the Municipal Clerk’s
Department and the Clarington Public Library, Courtice Branch; and,
indicating that interested parties are encouraged to review the documents
and provide comments by February 28, 2014.
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I - 9 Gord Geissberger, Coordinator, Marketing and Communications, Central
Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA), advising that many high
school volunteer opportunities and several seasonal employment
opportunities are available for individuals looking to assist with the 2014
Maple Syrup Festival at Purple Woods Conservation Area during March
Break (March 8 to 16) and the weekends of March 22/23 and March 29/30;
and, encouraging those interested to register online at www.cloca.com or
contact Yvonne Storm
at 905-579-0411 or ystorm@cloca.com for further information or to apply.
I - 10 Roger Saunders, MCIP, RPP, Director, Strategic Planning, Regional
Municipality of Durham, forwarding for information a copy of Report #2014-
P-5 of the Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development
regarding Provincial Review of the Ontario Trails Strategy.
I - 11 S. Russell, Executive Correspondence Officer, Office of the Prime Minister,
writing to Hazel McCallion, Mayor of Mississauga, acknowledging receipt of
the resolutions passed by the GTA Mayors and Regional Chairs with
respect to financial assistance for ice-storm recovery efforts; and, advising
that the resolutions have been carefully reviewed and have been forwarded
to the Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency
Preparedness for his information and consideration.
I - 13 Christopher Harris, Municipal Clerk, Township of Scugog, writing to the
Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) advising that on
January 27, 2014, the General Purpose and Administration Committee of
the Township of Scugog adopted the following resolution pertaining to the
Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority Proposed Class
Environmental Assessment Review Fees:
“THAT the Township of Scugog does not support the proposed fees for
Class Environmental Assessment consultation.
AND FURTHER, the Township of Scugog will not pay fees for Class EA
consultation until such time as the Province of Ontario amends the EA Act
to require proponents to pay such fees.
AND FURTHER, that the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority be
so advised along with the Region of Durham, Conservation Ontario and all
lower tier municipalities within CLOCA’s boundaries.”
I - 6 Minutes of the Sustainable Clarington Community Advisory Committee
dated January 23, 2014
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Resolution #C-059-14
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the minutes of the Sustainable Clarington Community Advisory Committee
dated January 23, 2014, be received for information.
“CARRIED”
I - 7 Deb Bowen, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Regional
Municipality of Durham, writing to the Honourable Linda Jeffrey, Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing, advising that on January 22, 2014, Regional
Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to Provincial Review of
Ontario’s Land Use Planning and Appeal System (Environmental Bill of
Rights and Registry Number 012-0241):
“a) THAT Report #2014-P-3 of the Commissioner of Planning and
Economic Development be forwarded to the Ministry of Municipal
Affairs and Housing as Durham Region’s response to the ‘Land Use
Planning and Appeal System, Consultation Document’, including the
following recommendations:
i) THAT the Province reduce the existing duplicative policies
among various Provincial Plans, better synchronize the review
cycle of the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) and Provincial
Plans, and resolve issues of uncertainty about which plans or
legislation take precedence over another;
ii) THAT the outstanding recommendations of the GTA Task Force
on OMB Reform (March 7, 2003) be given further consideration
in this Planning Review, in particular, recommendations to
establish the OMB as a true appeal body; support citizen
participation through intervener funding provided by the
Province, subject to a determination that the citizen
participation is not frivolous or vexatious for the purpose of
delay; and promote an independent and fair tribunal;
iii) THAT the Planning Act be amended to require municipalities to
undertake comprehensive updates to official plans at least
every 10 years, from the current five, except as may be
required by a provincial plan;
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iv) THAT the Planning Act and/or regulations be amended to
prohibit the inclusion of legal disclaimers on supporting
documentation to planning applications (e.g. official plan
amendments, plans of subdivisions etc.) that has the effect of
limiting the reliance or availability of such documentation to all
stakeholders;
v) THAT measures be taken to limit appeals of entire official plans
and zoning by-laws. To that end, appellants must be required
to scope their appeals in accordance with the requirements of
the Planning Act. Failure to do so within a prescribed timeline
(e.g. 20 days) should result in the appeal being deemed to be
frivolous or vexatious;
vi) THAT measures be taken to impose a time limit of 20 days for
additional non-decision appeals, following a prescribed
notification process, after an initial non-decision appeal is
submitted;
vii) THAT the prescribed timelines (180 days) for making a decision
on complex official plan amendments and plans of subdivision
should allow for municipalities to deem applications “complete”,
conditional upon the completion of a peer review process that
would allow for the suspension of the prescribed timeline,
pending the resolution of outstanding matters;
viii) THAT the Planning Act be amended to allow further input by
upper-tier municipalities on site plan applications for matters of
Regional interest (e.g. growth management) and that transit be
a major input into site plan applications;
ix) THAT in the case of a comprehensive review official plan
amendment, the Planning Act be amended to remove third
party appeal rights for a municipal Council’s refusal of a request
to convert employment lands to another use;
x) THAT the Province complete sub-area assessments, including
regional economic analysis and identification of Provincially and
regionally significant employment lands, as per the Growth
Plan;
xi) THAT the PPS be amended to permit upper-tier municipalities
to designate lands to be protected for employment purposes
beyond a 20 year horizon;
xii) THAT the Province complete a Transportation Planning Policy
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Statement for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area;
xiii) THAT the Planning Act be amended to remove third party
appeal rights for municipally initiated official plan amendments
and related zoning by-law amendments that are deemed by the
approval authority to conform to Provincial policy;
b) THAT the Province restrict its participation and comments to planning
matters of Provincial interest; and
c) THAT a copy of Report #2014-P-3 be forwarded to the Minister of
Transportation; Minister of Infrastructure; Durham’s area
municipalities; the Regional Planning Commissioners of Ontario; and
the Association of Municipalities of Ontario.”
Resolution #C-060-14
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the resolution from the Regional Municipality of Durham, with respect to the
Provincial Review of Ontario’s Land Use Planning and Appeal System
(Environmental Bill of Rights and Registry Number 012-0241), be endorsed.
“CARRIED”
I - 12 Claude Dauphin, President, Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM)
forwarding a copy of correspondence from Deepak Chopra, President and
CEO, Canada Post Corporation, providing information on Canada Post’s
five-year phasing out of home delivery, starting in 2014; indicating that
FCM met with Canada Post to discuss the impacts changes may have on
municipalities and to share municipal concerns with them; advising FCM
has stressed the importance of consultations with municipalities and that
Canada Post must communicate directly with municipal leaders; and,
advising that questions should be directed to Marnie Armstrong, Canada
Post’s Director of Municipal Engagement at 613-734-6589.
Resolution #C-061-14
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item I – 12 from Claude Dauphin, President, Federation of
Canadian Municipalities (FCM), with respect to Canada Post Plan to phase out home
delivery, be received for information.
“CARRIED”
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CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Correspondence Items D - 8 and D - 9 were received as Hand-Outs.
Resolution #C-062-14
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT Correspondence Items D - 1 to D - 4 be approved as per the Agenda.
“CARRIED”
D - 1 Jayme Harper, PFLAG Canada Durham Region, requesting that
May 17, 2014, be proclaimed “International Day Against
Homophobia/Transphobia” to send a message of acceptance, openness
and hope and to combat homophobia and discrimination based on sexual
orientation and gender expression or identities; and, requesting
permission to fly the Rainbow Flag on one of the Municipality’s flagpoles
during the period May 16 to 23, 2014, and to hold a flag-raising ceremony
on May 16, 2014.
(Proclaimed and approval granted for the
flying the Rainbow Flag)
D - 2 Cathy Crick, Treasurer, Canadian Chiari Association, a not for profit
organization working to raise awareness of chiari malformation, a serious
neurological condition affecting individuals of all ages and genders,
requesting that the month of September be proclaimed “Chiari Awareness
Month” to help educate the public and the medical community on Chiari
and support those who suffer from the disease.
(Proclaimed)
D - 3 Gary Cole, President, West Beach Association, writing on behalf of the
leaseholders of the seven cottages remaining on the West Beach of Port
Darlington in the new Municipal Park, advising a Memorandum of
Understanding between the Municipality and the cottagers was signed in
2010 for a lease period of five years which will expire in 2014; indicating
the park has become a vibrant reality and the residents have enjoyed
being part of its ongoing development and have co-existed with park
visitors in a very positive and friendly manner; and, requesting that Council
extend their lease for another ongoing period.
(Correspondence referred to staff)
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D - 4 Heila Pitter, Outreach Services Manager, Bethesda House, advising that
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on June 14, 2014, Bethesda House is hosting Durham’s 5 Annual Men’s
walk against domestic violence “Walk-A-Mile in her Shoes” fundraising
event to raise public awareness of the issue of domestic abuse in Durham
Region and requesting permission to install a banner on the Veridian
poles east of Regional Road 57 to promote the event from May 12 to June
15, 2014.
(Installation of banner approved and
Veridian advised)
Councillor Novak declared a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence
Item D - 5 as she is a former Board Member of Veridian Connections and left the
Council Chambers during discussion on this matter.
D - 5 Heather Boissoin, Veridian Corporation, acknowledging the resignation of
Mary Novak from the Veridian Connections Board.
Resolution #C-063-14
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT Veridian Corporation be advised that Mayor Foster is Clarington’s nominee for
the vacant Board position on Veridian Connections resulting from the resignation of
Councillor Novak.
“CARRIED”
Councillor Novak returned to the meeting.
D - 6 Mario Sergio, Minister Responsible for Seniors, advising that 2014 will
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mark the 30 Anniversary of “Seniors’ Month” which celebrates the
contributions seniors make to their communities and Province and
extending an invitation to Council to participate in the 2014 Senior of the
Year Awards by nominating one outstanding local senior who, after age
65, has enriched the social, cultural or civic life of the community without
thought of personal or financial gain. Nomination forms are due by April
30, 2014. Only Municipalities are eligible to nominate seniors for this
award.
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Resolution #C-064-14
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Item I – 6 from Mario Sergio, Minister Responsible for
Seniors, requesting a nomination for the 2014 Senior of the Year Awards, be
referred to staff.
“CARRIED”
D - 7 Chris West, President, Save VIA, requesting Council’s support of VIA rail
service, highlighting the factors that Save VIA considers important
including allocating $1.3 billion yearly to VIA rail for operating funds to
ensure the return of a rail network effectively linking Canadians and
communities and providing significant benefits to the Canadian economy;
and, advising that letters of support have been received to date from
Quinte West, Petrolia, the Region of Waterloo, Iroquois Falls, and
Leamington.
Resolution #C-065-14
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the request from Chris West, President, Save VIA, with respect to VIA rail
service, be supported; and
THAT a letter of support be forwarded to Chris West, President, Save VIA, with a
copy to Erin O’Toole, MP, Durham and John O’Toole, MPP Durham.
“CARRIED”
D - 8 Gord Lee, Chair, Newcastle Arena Board, advising of the
accomplishments of Newcastle’s Tara Watchorn and Burketon’s Matt
Morison, local athletes representing Canada at the 2014 Olympic
Games in Sochi; requesting that Council acknowledge Tara and
Mattand put a plan in place should either Olympian be competing in
the finals for a medal; and, offering suggestions for a community
celebration to capture these “Olympic Moments”, perhaps a public
forum in the municipality, should the timing be convenient to watch
the medal game(s). Mr. Lee has displayed Tara’s Team Canada
photo showing the Olympic Rings, the Team Canada Logo and
Newcastle Ontario at the arena and on his Facebook page noting that
parents and young players at the arena are extremely proud and
excited.
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Resolution #C-066-14
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the request from Gord Lee, Chair, Newcastle Arena Board, for a community
celebration to recognize Tara Watchorn and Matt Morison be endorsed; and
THAT staff be directed to find ways using Municipal facilities (i.e. the Municipal
Administrative Centre, Municipal Recreation facilities, Community Halls, etc.) to host
events in a public forum for residents to watch both local Olympians compete and
celebrate these Olympic Moments.
“CARRIED”
D - 9 Don Hurst advising of an initiative put forward by John Albi, Rona
Newcastle, to encourage support for Tara Watchorn, local athlete
competing at the 2014 Olympic Games in Sochi; forwarding a copy of
the poster promoting the “Support Newcastle’s Own Olympian Tara
Watchorn Contest”; and, encouraging Council to promote local
recognition for Tara.
Resolution #C-067-14
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT Don Hurst be advised of actions taken with respect to Correspondence
Item D – 8.
“CARRIED”
COMMITTEE REPORT(S)
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report February 3, 2014
Resolution #C-068-14
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of February 3, 2014
be approved, with the exception of Item #10.
“CARRIED”
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Item 10
Resolution #C-069-14
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT Report COD-001-13 be received;
THAT in accordance with the Public Sector Salary Disclosure Act, the appropriate
Ministry be notified, which employees, were paid a salary of $100,000 or more (as
defined in the Act), for the year 2013; and
THAT the Chief Administrative Officer report back on any organizational changes
that can be made to realize cost savings.
“CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING
RECORDED VOTE:”
Council Member Yes No Declaration of Absent
Pecuniary Interest
Councillor Neal √
Councillor Novak √
Councillor Partner √
Councillor Traill √
Councillor Woo √
Councillor Hooper √
Mayor Foster √
STAFF REPORT(S)
BUSINESS ARISING FROM PROCEDURAL NOTICE(S) OF MOTION
Resolution #C-070-14
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the following Resolution #GPA-64-96 approved by Council on February 12,
1996 be rescinded:
THAT due to financial restraints at all levels of government;
THAT due to financial cutbacks from the province to local government;
THAT due to the Province’s direction to local government to reduce levels of
service and hold the line on tax increases;
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of
the Municipality of Clarington advise the Clarington Public Library Board that
the maximum space it is able to provide to the Library for the Courtice Branch is
6,000 sq. ft.”
“CARRIED”
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-071-14
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Angela Tibbles, Chair, Clarington Heritage Committee be thanked for her
assistance in presenting the Ontario Heritage Trust Awards.
“CARRIED”
OTHER BUSINESS
Councillor Neal questioned the timing of correspondence sent to the Ministry of
the Environment regarding the Clarington Transformer Station as directed by
Council at the last meeting, and if a reply had been received.
The Municipal Clerk confirmed that correspondence was sent and that no reply
had been received to date. She advised that she would provide Council with the
mailing date.
Councillor Neal questioned the status of discussions or agreements regarding the
road Hydro One proposes to use to access the Clarington Transformer Station.
The Director of Engineering Services advised that staff have met with
stakeholders to prepare an agreement which will be brought to Council for
endorsement. In response to further questions, the Director of Engineering
Services confirmed that the applicant will require a licence agreement for use of
an unopened road allowance. The Director of Planning Services advised that he
could provide the CLOCA studies referred to in the Environmental Assessment
report to Councillor Neal, as requested.
Councillor Woo displayed congratulatory posters designed for Tara Watchorn and
Matt Morison for Members of Council to sign that will be presented to both
athletes at the appropriate time.
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BY-LAWS
Resolution #C-072-14
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2014-013 to 2014-018
2014-013 Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for
the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle (Steve Krezanowski)
2014-014 Being a By-law to adopt Amendment No. 95 to the Clarington Official Plan
2014-015 Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for
the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle (The Forrest Group)
2014-016 Being a By-law to establish, lay out and dedicate certain lands as public
highways in the Municipality of Clarington, and to assume certain streets within
the Municipality of Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of
Clarington
2014-017 Being a By-law to establish, lay out and dedicate certain lands as public
highways in the Municipality of Clarington, and to assume certain streets within
the Municipality of Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of
Clarington
2014-018 Being a By-law to establish, lay out and dedicate certain lands as public
highways in the Municipality of Clarington, and to assume certain streets within
the Municipality of Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of
Clarington; and
THAT the said by-laws be approved.
“CARRIED”
PROCEDURAL NOTICE(S) OF MOTION
There were no Procedural Notices of Motion introduced under this Section of the
Agenda.
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.
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CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-073-14
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2014-019, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
on the 10th day of February, 2014; and
THAT the said by-law be approved.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Novak returned to the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-074-14
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:16 p.m.
"CARRIED"
M O PV N A LERK