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Council Meeting Minutes
MARCH 24, 2014
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on March 24, 2014 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
Corporate Initiatives Officer, C. Clifford
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Director of Corporate Services and Human Resources,
M. Marano
Supervisor, Operations Administration, C. Peters
Communications Co-ordinator, J. Stycuk, attended until 7:28 p.m.
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
There were no pecuniary interests stated for this meeting.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Woo announced the following:
Toronto Furies won the Clarkson Cup, the Stanley Cup of the Canadian
Women’s Hockey League, in Markham over the weekend. Coach Sommer
West, a Clarington Sports Hall of Fame inductee, also won the title of “Coach of
the Year”
2014 Kub Kar Rally and Scout Trucks at the Newcastle Public School on
March 29, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Councillor Hooper announced the following:
New Program Guide for the Clarington Older Adults Association is now on line
at www.claringtonolderadults.ca and will also be delivered in the near future
Downtown Bowmanville Business Improvement Area’s Girls’ Night Out on
Thursday, April 10, 2014, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Further information is
available at www.bowmanville.com
Clarington Public Library Spring 2014 Library Guide is now available on line
and in print featuring a variety of interesting programs including IPAD 101 being
held on Wednesdays from April 9 to April 30, 2014, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Councillor Neal expressed appreciation to Faith United Church for hosting the “Heart
Attack Counter Attack” event on March 8, 2014, Dr. Larry Hurren and the Health and
Wellness Committee, Dr. Rakesh Bhargava, Dr. Mukesh Bhargava and Dr. Sam
Radhakrishan, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, who gave a talk on recent
cardiac surgery.
Councillor Novak announced the following:
Durham Tourism Partnership Program on March 26, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. to
1:30 p.m. at Deer Creek Golf & Banquet Facility
Signing of the Purple Epic Climb for Epilepsy Flag on March 26, 2014, from
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon in the Council Chambers
Arts in Clarington Meeting on March 26, 2014, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at
the Visual Arts Centre
She extended appreciation to those who attended the Community Living
Oshawa/Clarington Gala Fundraising Event and to the volunteers
Councillor Partner announced the following:
March 31, 2014 is the deadline for Applications for the Trees for Rural
Programs to be sent to Yvonne Storm at ystorm@cloca.com or Pam Lancaster
at plancaster@grca.on.ca
Newtonville Community Hall is partnering with the Durham Regional Police
Service to offer free Community Safety Public Meetings on March 26, 2014,
from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. on Identity Theft and on May 28, 2014 on Home and
Vehicle Protection
Eagles Tribute Band “Hotel California” at the Newcastle Community Hall on
March 29, 2014, presented by the Newcastle Community Hall Fundraising
Committee
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2 Annual Ladies Night Fashion Show in support of the Orono Crown Lands
and the Orono Firefighters Association. Tickets are $25 and are available from
the Apple Blossom Shop, Karen’s Wellness Centre, the Orono Firefighters
Association or the Orono Weekly Times
Orono Agricultural Society Millionaires Elimination Draw on April 12, 2014, at
the Orono Arena
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25Annual OFAH Ganaraska Forest Centre Conservation Dinner & Auction on
April 12, 2014, at the Cobourg Lions Community Centre
She extended congratulations to Councillor Novak who was appointed as the
Durham Regional Representative to the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Board of
Governors
Councillor Traill announced the following:
Tyrone Community Centre monthly dance on April 1, 2014, featuring a silent
auction and midnight buffet. Tickets are $10
Clarington Durham Swing Band performance on April 6, 2014, at the Wilmot
Creek Wheelhouse from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Mayor Foster announced the following:
Coffee Break for Mental Health at Ontario Shores on Tuesday, March 25, 2014,
7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
“Epilepsy Awareness Day and Go Purple” on Wednesday, March 26, 2014, and
launch of Purple Grand Canyon Epic Climb for Epilepsy Flag in the Council
Chambers
Newcastle Novice Rep Stars are the 2013-2014 Season OMHA CC East
Champions beating the Brighton Braves
Harold Longworth Public School received a $10,000 grant through Boots and
Hearts for their music program
The Clarington Project Gala event was a great success. Knights of Columbus
raised $2,000 and Firefighters from Courtice raised $3,200
He welcomed the Hummingbird Laser and Medi Spa to the Municipality
Resolution #C-120-14
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council March 3, 2014, be approved.
“CARRIED”
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Foster presented a Congratulatory Certificate to Mary Ann Found in recognition
of her receipt of the Women of Excellence in Agriculture Award presented by the
Federated Women’s Institutes of Ontario.
Mayor Foster presented a Congratulatory Certificate to Brenda Metcalf in recognition
of her receipt of the Syngenta 4-H Ontario Arbor Award 2014 presented by the 4-H
Ontario.
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DELEGATIONS
Resolution #C-121-14
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the Rules of Procedure be suspended.
“CARRIED”
Resolution #C-122-14
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT Clint Cole and Doug Taylor, Enniskillen Environmental Association, be added to
the list of delegations to be heard following the delegation of Brian McCormick and
Randy Church, Hydro One Networks Inc.
“LOST 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-123-14
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Clint Cole and Doug Taylor, Enniskillen Environmental Association, be added to
the list of delegations to be heard prior to the delegation of Brian McCormick and
Randy Church, Hydro One Networks Inc.
“CARRIED”
Doug Taylor addressed Council concerning Correspondence Item I – 7 Hydro One
Networks Inc.’s response to Council Resolution #C-044-14 with respect to the
Clarington Transformer Station. Mr. Taylor indicated that the Enniskillen
Environmental Association (EEA) has made several factual presentations with
documented proof to Council and would like to clarify that area residents and
members of the EEA are not opposed to the station but are opposed to the location.
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Mr. Taylor took exception with the statements by Hydro One in which they indicate
they are committed to protecting the environment to keep Ontarians and the residents
of Clarington healthy and safe throughout the construction and operation of the
Clarington Transformer Station as he feels this is a false statement. Mr. Taylor quoted
from a Hydro One document which indicated that contaminates addressed under the
program have the potential to have adverse effects on humans and must be dealt with
in a proactive manner, that environmental management focuses on mitigation and
remediation of contamination located both inside and outside the station fence, and
that Hydro One transmission’s daily activities generate regulated waste such as lead,
PCB’s, cadmium, mercury, etc. Mr. Taylor feels it is unconscionable that this project
would be placed on an aquifer as the EEA has documentation that supports and
justifies that no transformer station should be placed on an aquifer that supplies
hundreds of thousands of residents with life-sustaining clean water and that the
project should be developed in an industrial area so that the damaged caused is held
to a minimum.
Clint Cole addressed Council concerning Correspondence Item I - 7 – Hydro One
Networks Inc.’s response to Council Resolution #C-044-14 with respect to the
Clarington Transformer Station. Mr. Cole indicated that he is a resident of Clarington
and a member of the Enniskillen Environmental Association (EEA) and was in
attendance to request an update to Council’s resolution of March 3, 2014, concerning
the request to Hydro One Networks Inc. to allow the EEA and Group 360 access to
the site to have an independent hydrological study conducted. Mr. Cole quoted from
the Summary of the Group 360 document “Hydrogeological Concerns for the
Clarington Transformer Station Class Environmental Assessment Draft Environmental
Study Report” in which field experts have concluded that insufficient site specific
hydrogeological characterization has been conducted to ensure the safeguarding of
groundwater used by residents in the area for domestic supply from private wells and
for the protection of hydrologically sensitive features. Mr. Cole expressed concern
that while the Association has been contributing to the project scientifically, there has
been no acknowledgement by either Hydro One Networks Inc. or by the Ministry of the
Environment of the Group 360 document. Mr. Cole also expressed concern that
CLOCA’s report was drawn from various databases, some from 1945, but were not
specifically dedicated to the unique site conditions. Mr. Cole stated that as the local
agency to protect groundwater, he is concerned that up until being provided with
correspondence from CLOCA this evening, the Association has not heard from
CLOCA in over a year. He also stated that spills do occur and that Hydro One
Networks Inc.’s plan is a reactive mode to have them cleaned up. Mr. Cole thanked
Council for their support and reiterated that the Association will hold Hydro One
Networks Inc. fully accountable and responsible for any damages or any negative
impact on the water supply in the community or any other negative health effects.
Mr. Cole distributed a photograph of a transformer.
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Resolution #C-124-14
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the delegation of Clint Cole be extended for five minutes.
“CARRIED”
Mr. Cole indicated that the Association had asked for further information about the site
construction plans and design of the station and were told that due to safety and
security reasons, they could not have access to that information. Mr. Cole stated that
the new transformers are sourced from Korea and are new to Canada and if testing
has been conducted he is not aware of it. Mr. Cole concluded there is conflicting
information, discrepancies and inconsistencies that the Association has continuously
outlined to no avail.
Brian McCormick, Manager, Environmental Engineering and Project Support, and
Randy Church, Manager, Program Integration & Regulation, Hydro One Networks
Inc., addressed Council regarding the Clarington Transformer Station (CTS).
Mr. McCormick stated he has been responsible for Environmental Assessments for 34
years and has overseen many hundreds of documents. He advised that Hydro One
Networks Inc. are confident in their predictions, in the work of their team and
consultants, and in their findings which have been confirmed by the Ministry of the
Environment. Mr. McCormick played a video clip outline of the proposed station and
indicated that he would be pleased to respond to questions.
Mr. McCormick and Mr. Church responded to questions from Members of Council.
Mr. McCormick stated that as the project is at a point where approvals have been
granted, Hydro One Networks Inc. would not agree to anything that would further
delay the project.
Resolution #C-125-14
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT Council recess for ten minutes.
“CARRIED”
The meeting reconvened at 9:35 p.m.
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Resolution #C-126-14
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Brian McCormick and Randy Church be permitted to play an additional video
with respect to the levels of protection and containment of the Clarington Transformer
Station.
“CARRIED”
A Video clip outlining levels of protection, containment and emergency response was
viewed.
Mr. McCormick and Mr. Church responded to further questions. Mr. McCormick
stated that there were other issues with the Wilson Road/Winchester Road site and
noted that Hydro One Networks Inc. did not own the property.
Mr. Church concluded by stating that Hydro One Networks Inc. takes the issues
seriously and would not be building the station if they thought it would harm the
environment.
COMMUNICATIONS
Correspondence Item I - 7 was received as a Hand-out.
Resolution #C-127-14
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved.
“CARRIED”
I - 1 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated
February 27, 2014
I - 2 Minutes of the Newcastle Village Community Hall dated January 21, 2014
I - 3 Minutes of the Newcastle Memorial Arena Management Board dated
February 11, 2014
I - 4 Minutes of the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington dated
March 13, 2014
I - 5 Deb Bowen, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Regional
Municipality of Durham, advising that on March 5, 2014, Regional Council
adopted the following resolution pertaining to Update on Durham Partners in
Project Green Program:
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“a) THAT Report #2014-J-8 of the Director of Corporate Policy and Strategic
Initiatives be received for information;
b) THAT staff be authorized to continue supporting the Community Climate
Change Local Action Plan’s program Durham Partners in Project Green;
c) THAT the Regional Treasurer be authorized to pay the invoice for 2014 in
the amount of $25,000; and
d) THAT Report #2014-J-8 be forwarded to the eight local municipalities.”
I - 6 Glenn Jager, Chief Nuclear and Bill Robinson, Senior Vice-President
Nuclear Projects, Ontario Power Generation (OPG), providing a status on
the refurbishment of the existing Darlington Nuclear Generating Station
(DNGS) project and other nuclear projects and highlighting the following
significant milestones:
Took ownership of the Darlington Energy Complex (DEC) last June
with the relocation of 450 staff now working in the DEC
Installation of full-size reactor replica near completion providing an
excellent training experience for workers
Awarded contracts for major work packages including defueling the
reactors, and work on the steam generators and turbine generator
Site Infrastructure improvements required to be in place prior to the
first refurbishment outage (underway or planned) including a new
maintenance facility, a heavy water (D20) storage and drum handling
facility and connections to municipal water and sewer services
Acceptance of the Integrated Safety Review in 2013 from the
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC)
Submission of the Global Assessment Report and Integrated
Implementation Plan for Refurbishment to the CNSC in December
2013 and application to renew the operating licence for up to 14 years
Submission of documents to the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) as part
of OPG’s rate application for 2014/2015
Maintenance of the licence to prepare the site and approved
environmental assessment should new build go forward in the future
Completion of public hearings on the environmental assessment and
application for licence to construct a Deep Geological Repository
(DGR) project for safe, long-term management of low and
intermediate level waste; and,
advising that OPG is confident that they are ready for the Darlington
refurbishment project and encouraging Council to visit OPG’s websites at
www.opg.com/darlingtonrefurb for information on Darlington Refurbishment
and www.opgdgr.com for information on the Deep Geologic Repository
project.
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I - 7 Brian McCormick, Manager, Environmental Engineering and Project
Support, Hydro One Networks Inc., responding to Municipality of Clarington’s
Resolution #C-044-14 regarding the Clarington Transformer Station (CTS)
indicating that they are committed to protecting the environment and keeping
residents healthy and safe throughout the construction of the CTS. He also
noted that they undertook a Class Environmental Assessment and that the
Minister of Environment had issued a decision stating that they did not
require an Individual Environmental Assessment. He stated that Hydro One
will take the following actions:
Implementation of a groundwater monitoring plan
Development of an Emergency Response Plan
Development of an Acoustic Assessment Report
Posting of the above on www.HydroOne.com/Projects/Clarington
Continued communication with the community and the sharing of
information and monitoring results via a designated Community
Liaison Committee
Resolution #C-128-14
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Council reconsider Correspondence Item I – 7.
“CARRIED”
(Required 2/3 vote)
Resolution #C-129-14
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the delegation of Brian McCormick and Randy Church, Hydro One, be received
with thanks;
THAT the Municipality of Clarington write to the Minister of the Environment and
request:
1. what information was considered when the decision on the Clarington
Transformer Station was made; and
2. that a representative from the Minister of the Environment’s office attend a
Council meeting and explain the decision; and
THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to John O’Toole, MPP, Central Lake
Ontario Conservation Authority and the Regional Municipality of Durham.
“CARRIED”
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CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION
Resolution #C-130-14
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT Correspondence Items D - 1 to D - 11 be approved as per the Agenda, with the
exception of Item D - 4.
“CARRIED”
D - 1 Barbara Patterson, Manager of Operations, Historic Downtown
Bowmanville Business Centre, requesting the closure of King Street from
Scugog Street to George Street, Temperance Street from Church Street to
the hole in the wall, Division Street from the Municipal Parking lot entrance
to the former Royal Bank parking lot and the 20 King Street East parking lot
for the following 2014 events:
Maple Festival and Friday, May 2 at 7:00 a.m. (20 King
All That Jazz Street East Parking Lot) and at
8:00 p.m. (Temperance Street from
Church Street to the hole in the wall,
Division Street from the Municipal
Parking lot entrance to the former
Royal Bank parking lot) until
Saturday, May 3 at 7:00 p.m.
Summerfest Thursday, June 12 at 7:00 a.m. (20
King Street East Parking Lot) and
Friday, June 13 at 5:00 a.m. (King
Street from Scugog Road to George
Street, Temperance Street from
Church Street to the hole in the
wall and Division Street from the
Municipal Parking lot entrance to the
former Royal Bank parking lot) until
Saturday, June 14 at 7:00 p.m.
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August Moonlight Friday, August 15 at 3:00 p.m. (20
Madness King Street East Parking Lot) and
Saturday, August 16 at 5:00 p.m.
(King Street from Scugog Road to
George Street, Temperance Street
from Church Street to the hole in the
wall and Division Street from the
Municipal Parking lot entrance to the
former Royal Bank parking lot) until
August 17 at 12:30 a.m.
Apple Festival and Craft Friday, October 17 at 7:00 a.m. (20
Sale King Street East Parking Lot) and at
7:00 p.m. (Temperance Street from
King Street to the hole in the wall),
and at 8:00 p.m. (Temperance Street
from King Street to Church Street,
King Street from Scugog Road to
George Street, Division Street from
the Municipal Parking lot entrance to
the former Royal Bank parking lot)
until Saturday, October 18 at
7:00 p.m. until Saturday, August 16 at
12:30 a.m.
Christmas Moonlight Friday, December 5 at 4:30 p.m.
Magic (Temperance Street from King Street
to Church Street and from King Street
to the hole in the wall) and at 5:30
p.m. (King Street from Scugog Road
to George Street, Division Street at
King Street – both sides, and 20 King
Street East Parking Lot) until
11:30 p.m.
(Approved, provided the organizers apply
for and obtain a Road Occupancy Permit
from the Engineering Services
Department)
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D - 2 Jade Harper, Executive Director, Victim Services of Durham Region, a
non-profit organization providing immediate front-line service to victims of
crime and tragic circumstance and who play an important role in helping
those affected heal in the aftermath of a criminal or tragic circumstance;
indicating that the theme of this year’s National Victims of Crime
Awareness Week is “Taking Action”; and, requesting that April 6 to 12,
2014, be proclaimed as “National Victim of Crime Awareness Week” in
Clarington.
(Proclaimed)
D – 3 Derrick McKay, Race Director, Courtice Kids Multisport Series, requesting
permission for the closure of Nash Road on Saturday, August 16 and
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Sunday, August 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for the Courtice Kids of
Steel Triathlon. The organizer has advised that appropriate insurance is
in place and road closure permits for Courtice Road will be obtained.
(Approved, provided the organizers apply
for and obtain a Road Occupancy Permit
from the Engineering Services
Department)
D – 5 David J. Crome, Director of Planning Services, requesting that Monday,
May 5, 2014, be proclaimed “School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day”, in
recognition of the valuable service and dedication to child safety provided
by Clarington’s School Crossing Guards.
(Proclaimed)
D – 6 Betsy Jackson, RN, MScN, Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario,
requesting that May 12 to 18, 2014, be proclaimed “Nursing Week” to
celebrate the unique contributions of both the nursing profession and
individual nurses and indicating that the theme of this year’s Nursing
Week is “Nursing – A Leading Force for Change”.
(Proclaimed)
D - 7 Linda Duffie, Chairperson, Lions Club of Bowmanville Duck Derby,
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requesting permission to hold the 18 Annual Duck Derby on June 14,
2014; indicating that the first duck drop will be at 12:00 noon with the
second drop at 1:00 p.m. and that they will not require the Clarington front-
end loader. This year the Club will not be hosting the whole family day as
they are going to be serving a pancake breakfast up town for the BIA.
(Approved, provided the organizers apply
for and obtain a Road Occupancy Permit
from the Engineering Services Department)
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D - 8 Kailey O’Neill, Fundraising Coordinator, Multiple Sclerosis Society of
Canada, Durham Regional Chapter, requesting permission to hold the
2014 5k and 10k “Bowmanville Mandarin Multiple Sclerosis Walk” on
Sunday, May 4, 2014 hosted at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation
Complex; advising the day’s events include formal ceremonies with award
presentation, breakfast, checkpoints, refreshments along the route and a
celebratory BBQ after the walk; and, indicating that proceeds from the
Walk fund research into the cause and cure of multiple sclerosis as well as
provide services to people with MS and their families.
(Approved, provided the organizers apply
for and obtain a Road Occupancy Permit
from the Engineering Services
Department)
D - 9 Karen Bastas, Event Coordinator, Vice President, Newcastle BIA,
requesting permission to hold a Canada Day Event on Tuesday,
July 1, 2014, from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Newcastle & District
Recreation Complex with the following requirements:
Usage of the grounds, parking, and indoor facilities including the
pool
Permission to set off fireworks at the rear of the property to the west
Grass to be cut as low as possible to avoid sparks from fireworks
and easy access for the Port Fire Technicians
Grass to be cut directly west of the Recreation Complex for other
activities; and,
Large stage, tent, picnic tables, traffic safety vests, traffic cones,
and extra garbage containers with bags.
(Setting off of fireworks approved provided
the organizers obtain a permit from the
Municipal Clerk’s Department and to refer
correspondence to staff)
D - 10 The Honourable Michael Coteau, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration,
advising that nominations for the Lincoln M. Alexander Award 2014 are
being accepted until May 31, 2014 to recognize young Ontarians who
have demonstrated exemplary leadership in contributing to the elimination
of racial discrimination; and, advising that nomination forms and
information outlining details of the program are available at
www.ontario.ca/honoursandadwards.
(Correspondence referred to the
Municipal Clerk to place information on
the Municipal website)
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D - 11 Nathan Farrell, Environmental Planner, McIntosh Perry Consulting
Engineers (MPCE), advising that MPCE is under contract to the Ministry of
Transportation of Ontario for pavement rehabilitation of portions of
Highway 401 and 35/115 within the Municipality Clarington and requesting
an exemption to Clarington’s Noise By-law during the following times and
locations:
Highway 401 between late May and early November, weekdays
between 6:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. the following day; Fridays noon to
midnight; weekends 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m. the following day.
Highway 35/115 within the vicinity of Clarke High School and the
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Pines Senior Public School between July 2 and August 29,
weekdays between 6:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. the following day;
Fridays noon to midnight; weekends noon to midnight.
to allow the work to be completed at night in order to minimize traffic
congestion, interference with school operations, and the amount of time
spent to complete the required road work.
(Approval granted for exemption to the
Municipality’s Noise By-law for the times
outlined in Correspondence Item D - 11)
D – 4 William Stratton, Chair, Day of Mourning Committee, Durham Region
Labour Council, advising that National Day of Mourning is officially
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recognized as April 28 each year in recognition of working people who
have died at the workplace, or suffered injuries on the job; and, requesting
Council to proclaim Monday, April 28, 2014, as “Day of Mourning” and that
the flags be lowered on Municipal Buildings in honour and remembrance
of those killed at the workplace.
Resolution #C-131-14
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT April 28, 2014, be proclaimed “Day of Mourning”; and
THAT the Durham Region Labour Council be invited to participate in the
Municipality’s ceremony to honour and remember those who have died at the
workplace, or suffered injuries on the job.
“CARRIED”
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D - 12 Warren Mar, Director of Legal & Legislative Services/Town Solicitor/Acting
Town Clerk, Town of Aurora, writing to Randy Hillier, MPP Lanark-
Frontenac-Lennox & Addington, advising that on February 11, 2014, the
Town of Aurora adopted the following recommendation pertaining to the
Introduction of Municipal Recall Election Legislation:
“WHEREAS there are few means to remove an elected official from office
other than through the election process; and
WHEREAS the time between municipal election periods has grown to four
years; and
WHEREAS significant damage can be caused in a four-year period should
an elected official act to the detriment of the municipality; and
WHEREAS it is not the most effective use of time for municipal
representatives to police one another through Codes of Conduct and
Integrity Commissioners; and
WHEREAS the penalties that can be imposed through Codes of Conduct
are relatively minor; and
WHEREAS there is a problem with Codes of Conduct and Integrity
Commissioners being used for political purposes; and
WHEREAS Codes of Conduct have proven ineffective in curtailing
detrimental behaviour; and
WHEREAS establishing Codes of Conduct and employing Integrity
Commissioners can be an expensive endeavour; and
WHEREAS the detrimental behaviour of some elected officials reflects
poorly upon all elected official, especially if they are not held accountable
for this behaviour; and
WHEREAS it is incumbent upon all elected representatives to maintain a
high standard of integrity; and
WHEREAS Progress Conservative MPP Randy Hillier has introduced a
Private Member’s Bill to introduce recall elections for provincially-elected
officials but omits municipally-elected officials.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora formally
requests that the Government of Ontario consider the implementation of
recall legislation for municipally-elected officials; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT a copy of this resolution be
forwarded to every municipality in the Province of Ontario for
endorsement; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT a copy of this resolution be
forwarded to every Member of Provincial Parliament in the province of
Ontario.”
Resolution #C-132-14
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT the resolution from the Town of Aurora, with respect to to the Introduction of
Municipal Recall Election Legislation, be endorsed “in principle” and forwarded to the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), requesting more information
pertaining to the legislation.
“CARRIED”
D – 13 Thomas Gettinby, CAO & Municipal Clerk, Township of Brock, writing to
the Honourable Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario, advising that on
February 10, 2014, the Township of Brock adopted the following
recommendation pertaining to a Resolution from the Town of Arnprior
Regarding Electricity Rates:
“WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Arnprior
recognizes that increased electricity rates are challenging for the
economic competitiveness of the Town of Arnprior and its residents;
AND WHEREAS the County of Renfrew passed a resolution on November
27, 2013 encouraging the Government of Ontario to ensure that our
electricity rates both in the short and long-term, allow our businesses to
remain competitive in a global environment and ensure that the vulnerable
residents of our communities are not overburdened by ever-increasing
electricity rates;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Arnprior
supports the County of Renfrew in its attempt to encourage the
Government of Ontario to not approve any further rate increases for
electricity;
AND WHEREAS it is estimated that electricity costs will increase by
approximately 50% within the next five years;
AND WHEREAS an increase in electricity rates by the Ontario Energy
Board will exacerbate an existing problem for industry and consumers with
low or fixed incomes in Arnprior;
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Town of Arnprior urges
in the strongest possible way that the Government of Ontario ensures that
electricity rates both in the short and long-term, allow our businesses to
remain competitive in a global environment and ensure that the vulnerable
residents of our communities are not overburdened by ever-increasing
electricity rates;
AND FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED THAT this resolution be sent to the
Premier of Ontario, the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, the Ontario
Energy Board, the Ontario Power Authority, Association of Municipalities
of Ontario (AMO), MPP John Yakabuski, Ontario Municipalities and Local
Municipalities in Renfrew County for support;
AND FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Town of Arnprior urges the
Ontario Energy Board in the strongest possible way not to approve any
further rate increases for electricity.”
Resolution #C-133-14
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Hooper
THAT the resolution from the Town of Arnprior, with respect to electricity rates, be
endorsed.
“CARRIED”
COMMITTEE REPORT(S)
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report March 17, 2014
Resolution #C-134-14
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of March 17, 2014
be approvedwith the exception of Item #1(g).
,
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Item #1(g)
Resolution #C-135-14
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner
THAT Report FND-005-14 be received; and
THAT it be noted that Councillor Neal’s Veridian remuneration after tax portion was
donated back to the Municipality of Clarington.
“CARRIED”
STAFF REPORT(S)
There were no Staff Reports considered under this Section of the Agenda.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business considered under this Section of the Agenda.
BY-LAWS
Resolution #C-136-14
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2014-027 to 2014-033
2014-027 Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for
the Municipality of Clarington (Claret Investments Limited and 1361189 Ontario
Limited)
2014-028 Being a By-law to appoint an individual as a Parking Enforcement Officer for
Private Property (Paul Long, Nick Koitsopoulas, Jason Aiton and Brett MacNeil)
(90, 94, 98, 102 and 106 Aspen Springs Drive)
2014-029 Being a By-law to limit the gross weight of any vehicle or any class thereof
passing over a bridge under the jurisdiction of the Corporation of the
Municipality of Clarington pursuant to the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990,
c H. 8 as amended
2014-030 Being a By-law to limit the gross weight of any vehicle or any class thereof
passing over a bridge under the jurisdiction of the Corporation of the
Municipality of Clarington pursuant to the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990,
c H. 8 as amended
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2014-031 Being a By-law to Provide for Reduced Hours of Voting in Institutions and
Retirement Homes on Voting Day
2014-032 Being a By-law to amend Nuisance By-law 2011-099
2014-033 Being a By-law to exempt a certain portion of Registered Plan 40M-2506 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 considered under this Section of the Agenda.
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-137-14
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2014-034, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
th
on the 24 day of March, 2014; and
THAT the said by-law be approved.
“CARRIED”
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ADJOURNMENT
Resolution #C-138-14
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT the meeting adjourn at 10:56 p.m.
"CARRIED"
MAYOR
UN CLERK