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Council Meeting Minutes
January 12, 2015
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Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on January 12, 2015, at 7:00 pm, in the
Council Chambers.
Roll Call
Present Were: Mayor A. Foster
Councillor S. Cooke
Councillor R. Hooper
Councillor J. Neal
Councillor W. Partner
Councillor C. Traill
Councillor W. Woo
Also Present: Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Municipal Solicitor, A. Allison
Deputy Chief, M. Berney
Director of Engineering Services, A. Cannella
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Deputy Treasurer, L. Gordon
Director of Corporate Services and Human Resources,
M. Marano
Corporate Communications Officer, B. Radomski, attended
until 9:43 pm
Municipal Clerk, A. Greentree
Administrative Assistant to the Municipal Clerk, C. Fleming
Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest
Councillor Hooper indicated that he would be declaring a pecuniary interest with
respect to Correspondence Item D - 3.
Announcements
Councillor Hooper announced the following:
Clarington Girls Hockey Association – 2015 Shannon Houston Roehrig
Memorial Flamesfest Girls Hockey Tournament, January 16 to 18, 2015
He, along with Councillor Woo, represented the Municipality at the grand
opening of Sun Life Financial Clarington on January 9, 2015
Clarington Older Adult Association Winter Program is now available
Clarington Public Library Winter Program is now available
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Councillor Partner announced the following:
On January 18 to February 7, 2015, A Gift of Art will be featuring the creative
works of Grace Cooke Forrester and will be hosting a Meet the Artist
Reception on January 18, 2015 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is hosting Grade 8 Information
Night at Clarke High School on January 14, 2015, providing an opportunity for
students and parents to learn more about the programs offered
Orono United Church Pork Roast Dinner on January 24, 2015, 5:00 pm
Durham Region Cattlemen’s Association Dinner and Annual Meeting,
January 16, 2015, Nestleton Community Centre, 5:00 pm
Orono Country General Store will be opening in the near future
Councillor Woo announced the following:
Tamil Heritage Month Celebration, January 24, 2015, 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm,
Ajax Community Centre
Chinese New Year Celebration, February 19, 2015
On January 5, 2015, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the
appointment of Erin O’Toole, MP, Durham to the Cabinet Position of Minister of
Veterans Affairs Canada
Mayor Foster announced the following:
Grand re-opening of Ideal Diet and Wellness Centre, January 13, 2015
Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Budget Workshop,
January 16, 2015, 9:00 am, Clarington Beech Centre
Dee Gordon, Autism Activist is walking from Queen’s Park to Ottawa passing
through Clarington on January 16, 2015
World Religion Day Celebrations, January 17, 2015, Durham Regional
Headquarters, 2:30 pm
Mayor Foster expressed appreciation to staff for their assistance with the Mayor’s
New Year’s Levee and to the Director of Operations for nominating the Municipality for
the Frank Cowan Company’s Excellence in Risk Management Award. He noted the
Municipality will be presented with a plaque and a cheque for $10,000 at the
Federation of Canadian Municipalities Conference in February.
Minutes
Resolution #C-001-15
Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Woo
That the minutes of a regular meeting of Council December 15, 2014, be approved.
“Carried”
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Presentations
Ted Baker, Chair and Suzanne Barnes, Vice Chair, Energy from Waste – Waste
Management Advisory Committee (EFW-WMAC), addressed Council to present their
Annual Update. Mr. Baker highlighted the composition of the Committee, their
mandate, and provided a synopsis of the business activities of the Committee which
included receiving staff reports on various waste-related initiatives and providing input
to the Durham Works Committee on the Regional Mobile Air Quality Monitoring
Program. Mr. Baker stated the Committee also received a detailed presentation from
Sandra Thomas, Issues Project Co-ordinator, and Dave Fumerton, Manager, the
Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change explaining the roles and compliance
for the Durham/York Energy Centre and future requirements. He advised the
Committee spent a fair amount of time reviewing information regarding other sites that
operate Energy-from-Waste facilities as well as plans to mitigate issues in Durham
Region. He noted the Committee also received a summary update from Covanta
detailing how they have mitigated issues. Mr. Baker indicated the Committee looks
forward to a full and exciting year through participation in tours, recycling events,
scheduled meetings and outreach programs.
Ms. Barnes reviewed the Committee’s suggestions on the Monitoring Program to
include similar methodology and increased coverage as used in other areas, more
focus on long-term data collection, a more comprehensive approach to air shed
monitoring in Durham Region and the use of best practices and
international/national/provincial standards to ensure protection of the airshed.
Mr. Baker clarified that to comment on the Monitoring Project was outside the
Committee’s Terms of Reference. He confirmed the Durham/York Energy-from-
Waste facility is waiting for final approval, the fire and safety team is waiting for its
approval and the Municipality is looking for occupancy. He stated that taking time now
to do it right is well-heeled as there is significant interest in the facility.
Ted Baker and Suzanne Barnes responded to questions from Members of Council.
The Honourable Erin O’Toole, P.C., C.D., MP Durham, thanked Council for allowing
him to present his Annual Address providing information on Federal Government
initiatives and partnerships. Minister O’Toole stated he was here this evening as
Council’s Federal partner in Ottawa to talk about growth and challenges and to
respond to questions. Minister O’Toole stated that he views all levels of government
as complementing each other to serve residents. Minister O’Toole indicated that
when he ran for office, his priority focus was jobs and to ensure jobs were a local
priority, he held his first economic summit, and with the support of the Clarington
Board of Trade (CBOT), invited the Minister responsible for Economic Development in
Ontario to meet with business leaders and to talk about opportunities for funding and
growth in the future. Minister O’Toole indicated that he also used that opportunity to
launch a partnership with his office and the CBOT as they share the same goals.
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Minister O’Toole stated CBOT offices are in the same building as his office and they
have partnered in unique ways allowing small or home-based businesses in transition
that join the Clarington Board of Trade to use a fully-equipped boardroom in his office
free of charge in an attempt to foster home-based businesses and help them grow.
Minister O’Toole extended appreciation to Sheila Hall and her team for the success of
the partnership. Minister O’Toole stated that last year the Federal government was
able to partner with several agriculture, heritage and community groups and
highlighted funding provided for programs and initiatives in Clarington through Federal
government funding sources.
Minister O’Toole advised he has met with representatives of General Motors of
Canada Limited to discuss their future and has had an opportunity to tour farms and
small businesses. He thanked Members of Council for participating in several events
he has held throughout the year and congratulated each Member of Council on their
election to Clarington Council. Minister O’Toole stated he was looking forward to
working with Council to ensure the success of Clarington’s growth in the years to
come.
Minister O’Toole responded to questions from Members of Council.
Delegations
Michelle Pigeon addressed Council concerning Item 2 of Report #1 – Report PSD-
001-15 – Applications for Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision and Rezoning to permit
61 single detached dwellings. Ms. Pigeon stated she is an 18-year area resident.
Ms. Pigeon recognized and paid respect to the land as the traditional territory of the
Mississauga First Nations noting the collective responsibility to honour, protect and
sustain the land. Ms. Pigeon indicated she was in attendance this evening to discuss
the implications of the application. She stated that in June she submitted an e-mail
outlining her concerns regarding the proposed development, noting five of the
identified properties would abut directly onto her property. Ms. Pigeon does not feel
the development is consistent with the existing neighbourhood, and is concerned with
the potential for decreased property value, loss of privacy and loss of natural habitat.
Ms. Pigeon recognized the importance of development and job creation, but noted the
area proposed for development falls onto the ravine which is a special part of the
community providing access to the creek and enjoyment of the natural habitat.
Ms. Pigeon noted that blackberries and wild asparagus grow in the field adjacent to
her property. She is also concerned with the effects of fencing on the cedars
surrounding her property that currently absorb the run-off. Ms. Pigeon referenced the
First Nation’s Seven Generation Principle respecting the decisions made today and
their effects on the seventh generation. Ms. Pigeon states she is not convinced that
growth is always beneficial for the community. She expressed concern that she has
seen three different versions of the site plan, that it appears that the developer is
moving forward without approval and she questioned whether the public input will be
considered. She is also concerned with the removal of soil and the widening of
Mill Lane.
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Resolution #C-002-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the delegation of Michelle Pigeon be extended for two minutes.
“Carried”
Ms. Pigeon indicated that trees have been identified for removal, including mature
walnut trees. She further questioned the process and how the public’s input would be
considered.
Elise Arruda and Jonathan Parsons addressed Council concerning Item 2 of Report
#1 – Report PSD-001-15 – Applications for Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision and
Rezoning to permit 61 single detached dwellings. Mr. Parsons stated that residents
would still like access to the forested area should the subdivision be developed.
Ms. Arruda added that as residents they wish to be informed and be kept in the loop
regarding the proposed development.
Robert Tompkins addressed Council concerning Item 2 of Report #1 – Report PSD-
001-15 – Applications for Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision and Rezoning to permit
61 single detached dwellings. Mr. Tompkins stated he is an area resident and
expressed concern with the fence that is being erected around the property, indicating
that it is not a snow fence as suggested, and how run-off from the development will be
prevented from draining onto his and his neighbour’s properties. Mr. Tompkins is also
concerned that access to the creek will no longer be available and that widening the
street will add to current parking problems.
Kristin Bullied addressed Council concerning Item 2 of Report #1 – Report PSD-001-
15 – Applications for Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision and Rezoning to permit 61
single detached dwellings. Ms. Bullied expressed concern with the widening of Mill
Lane and West Scugog Lane and the reduction of outdoor parking space. She also is
concerned that the development will restrict use of the land. Ms. Bullied stated the
entrance/exit is proposed to be directly across from her home, noting traffic and
lighting will be of concern. She questioned whether it can be moved, or if an
additional entrance/exit could be added and whether the traffic study is available for
public review. She also questioned what would become of the land should the
subdivision not proceed. Ms. Bullied commented that the fencing has been put up
precisely where the developer is planning to build.
Wendy Bracken addressed Council concerning Correspondence Item D - 6 -
Comments regarding Proposed Regulation EBR#012-1559 with respect to the
proposed regulatory changes by the Province to enable the burning of alternative fuels
in cement kilns, a matter which directly affects Clarington residents with St. Marys
Cement in the community. Ms. Bracken urged Council to ensure the Municipality
carefully reviews the proposed changes, considers and evaluates concerns, and
submits formal comments.
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She stated that environmental groups across the province are extremely concerned
about the draft regulation and its potential for major health impacts, including
increased pollution of toxics, derailment of the 3R’s and true zero waste initiatives,
and the haste in which the changes are moving forward with the lack of scrutiny and
adequate assessment. Ms. Bracken stated that while the new regulation is being
presented as “green” due to the potential for reduction of greenhouse gases, there are
many potential adverse environmental and health consequences that have not been
addressed. She expressed concern that the regulation will permit the burning of a
wide range of industrial, commercial and institutional wastes which facilities such as
cement kilns were not designed for; that the industries will be exempt from waste
disposal permitting requirements and environmental assessment requirements; that
there does not appear to be a cap put on the amount of alternative fuels allowed to
burn; and that burning of alternative fuels will result in greater toxic load and pollute at
higher levels than incinerator pollution limits. Ms. Bracken requested Council to direct
staff to thoroughly review the proposed regulation changes, consider the concerns
she, the Durham Environmental Watch and other environmental groups have brought
forward and submit comments, concerns and objections to the Ministry by the
February 2, 2015, deadline.
Resolution #C-003-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Traill
That Council recess for ten minutes.
“Carried”
The meeting reconvened at 8:55 pm
Resolution #C-004-15
Moved by Councillor Woo seconded by Councillor Neal
That the Order of the Agenda be altered to consider Item 2 of Report #1 at this time.
“Carried”
Committee Report(s)
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report January 5, 2015
Item #2
Resolution #C-005-15
Moved by Councillor Woo seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Report PSD-001-15 be received;
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That the applications to amend Zoning By-law 84-63, submitted by South Bowmanville
Ltd. together with the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision S-C-2014-0001, continue to
be processed and that a subsequent report be prepared; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-001-15 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
“Carried as amended later in the meeting”
(See following motion)
Resolution #C-006-15
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Traill
That the foregoing Resolution # C-005-15 be amended by adding that the following
new paragraph:
“That the Developer, at his expense, hold a Public Information Centre in the
evening at St Stephen Catholic Secondary School or other suitable venue to
address all area residents’ concerns in order that they may be well-informed.”
“Carried”
The foregoing Resolution #C-005-15 was then put to a vote and Carried as amended.
Communications
I - 1 Minutes of the Newcastle Village Community Hall Board dated
October 21, 2014.
I - 2 Deb Bowen, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Regional
Municipality of Durham, advising that on December 17, 2014, Regional
Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to the 2015 Interim
Regional Property Tax Levy:
“a) That a 2015 Interim Regional Property Tax Levy be imposed on the
Area Municipalities for all property tax classes;
b) That the amount due from each Area Municipality is estimated to be
equivalent to 50% of their respective share of the Regional Property
Taxes collected in 2014;
c) That the 2014 Interim Regional Property Tax Levy be paid by the Area
Municipalities seven days subsequent to the installment due dates
established by each Area Municipality for the collection of their
respective interim municipal property taxes;
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d) That the Regional Clerk be requested to advise the Area Municipalities
of the imposition of the 2015 Interim Regional Property Tax Levy for all
property tax classes; and
e) That the Regional Solicitor be requested to prepare the requisite by-
law(s).”
A copy of Report #2014-F-77 of the Commissioner of Finance and a copy
of By-law 63-2014 were attached to the correspondence.
I - 3 Roger Saunders, MCIP, RPP, Director, Strategic Planning, Regional
Municipality of Durham, forwarding, for information, a copy of Report
2014-P-64 of the Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development
pertaining to Building Activity – January to September, 2014.
I - 4 Deb Bowen, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Regional
Municipality of Durham, advising that on December 17, 2014, Regional
Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to the Regional Cycling
Communications Plan:
“a) That the Regional Cycling Communications Plan detailed in
Attachment 1 to Report #2014-P-63 of the Commissioner of Planning
and Economic Development proceed in 2015, subject to the necessary
funding being approved through the Business Planning and Budget
process; and
b) That a copy of Report #2014-P-63 of the Commissioner of Planning
and Economic Development be forwarded to the area municipalities.”
I - 5 Deb Bowen, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Regional
Municipality of Durham, advising that on December 17, 2014, Regional
Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to Quarterly Report on
Planning Activities (Third Quarter: July 1, 2014 to September 30, 2014)
“a) That Report #2014-P-61 of the Commissioner of Planning and
Economic Development be received for information; and
b) That a copy of Report #2014-P-61 be forwarded to all Durham Area
Municipalities, Durham Regional Police Service, and Durham
Emergency Medical Services for information.”
I - 6 Ted Baker, Chair and Suzanne Barnes, Vice Chair, Energy from Waste –
Waste Management Advisory Committee (EFW-WMAC) providing the
Committee’s Annual Update to Council.
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I - 7 Andrea Kausel, Project Manager, Capstone Power Development,
providing an update on the ZEP Wind Farm Ganaraska project; advising
the project has been modified to remove two turbine sites (T2 and T7) and
is now proposed to include up to nine turbines in order to comply with the
40dBA noise limit requirements; attaching a copy of the notice published
in the Clarington This Week and Orono Weekly Times outlining the scope
and rationale for the project change; and, advising further information and
documentation regarding the change and the Noise Assessment Report is
available at www.capstoneinfrastructure.com/ganaraska.
Resolution #C-007-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the communications I - 1 to I - 8 to be received for information be approved, with
the exception of Correspondence Item I - 8.
“Carried”
I - 8 Robert Fulton, Head, Geomatics Section, Ministry of Transportation
(MTO), advising MTO has applied to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)
for approval to close various roads that intersect or run into King’s
Highway 407 East from Harmony Road to Highway 35/115 and King’s
Highway 418 (known as the East Durham Link) which connects to King’s
Highway 407 East approximately 1.0 to 1.5 km east of Courtice Road
extending southwards to King’s Highway 401; advising the hearing is
scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at 10:00 AM in the Council
Chambers, Regional Municipality of Durham; and, forwarding a copy of
the plans and Notice of Road Closing to be made available to the public
for viewing.
Resolution #C-008-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Correspondence Item I - 8, from Robert Fulton, Head, Geomatics Section,
Ministry of Transportation (MTO), with respect to the Ontario Municipal Board Road
Closing Hearing King’s Highway 407 East, be received for information.
“Carried”
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Correspondence for Direction
Correspondence Items D – 9, D – 10 and D – 11 were received as hand-outs.
D - 1 Lindsy Berman, Frontline Support Worker and Social Work Practicum
Student, National Eating Disorder Information Centre, requesting the week
of February 1 to February 7, 2015, be proclaimed as “Eating Disorder
Awareness Week” to draw attention to the causes, prevalence and impact
of eating disorders.
(Proclaimed)
D - 2 Steven A. Zakem, Aird & Berlis, Solicitor on behalf of 289143 Ontario
Limited, responding to Council’s concerns of September 22, 2014,
regarding the proposed Plan of Subdivision and Rezoning for the
Southeast corner of Bloor Street and Prestonvale Road and outlining two
modifications to the proposed zoning by-law that his client believes will
address the concerns expressed and will still provide for a realistic
development scenario of the property.
(Advised of action taken)
D - 4 Raveena Rajasingham, Institution of Academic and Fine Arts of Durham,
requesting that the month of January, 2015 be proclaimed “Tamil Heritage
Month” to celebrate the culture, traditions, history, literature and festivities
of the Tamil Community and preserve the rich heritage of Tamils.
(Proclaimed)
D - 5 Jan Vreeker, Communications Coordinator, Municipality of Clarington,
advising that the Mayor’s Gala – “For the Love of Art” will be held on
Saturday, February 7, 2015, at the Clarington Public Library, Bowmanville
Branch, and requesting the event be declared as an event of municipal
significance for the purpose of obtaining a special occasions permit from
the LCBO for 2015 and for the remainder of the 2014 to 2018 Term of
Council.
(2015 Mayor’s Gala – “For the Love of Art”
declared an event of municipal significance
and the event be declared an event of
municipal significance for the remainder of
the 2014 to 2018 Term of Council for the
purpose of obtaining a special occasions
permit)
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D - 10 A.L. Georgieff, Commissioner of Planning, Region of Durham, requesting
that the Municipality nominate a representative to the Durham Agricultural
Advisory Committee (DAAC) for the 2014-2018 term; indicating that
Eric Bowman, Clarington’s current representative has expressed an
interest in returning and that no additional expressions of interest were
received from Clarington residents; and, requesting Council to consider
nominating Eric Bowman as the municipality’s representative on DAAC.
(Eric Bowman nominated as the Municipality
of Clarington’s representative to the Durham
Agricultural Advisory Committee for the term
2014-2018)
Resolution #C-009-15
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT Correspondence Items D - 1 to D - 6 and Hand-out Correspondence Item
D - 10 be approved as per the Agenda, with the exception of Correspondence Items
D - 3 and D - 6.
“Carried”
Councillor Hooper stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence Item
D - 3 as he owns property in downtown Bowmanville and left the Council Chambers
during discussion and voting on this matter.
D - 3 Garth Gilpin, Secretary-Treasurer, Board of Management, Historic
Downtown Bowmanville Business Centre, informing Council of the new
members of the Board of Management for a four-year term commencing
January 1, 2015:
Edgar Lucas
Shaima Rezazada
Joyce McDonald
Catherine Holmes
Justin Barry
Jade Chapet (designate); and requesting that Council will appoint
Councillor Ron Hooper as Council Liaison to the Board.
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Resolution #C-010-15
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Woo
That the following Board of Directors of the Historic Downtown Bowmanville
Business Centre be approved for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2015:
Edgar Lucas
Shaima Rezazada
Joyce McDonald
Catherine Holmes
Justin Barry
Jade Chapet (designate); and
Councillor Hooper, Council Liaison.
“Carried”
Councillor Hooper returned to the meeting.
D - 6 Wendy Bracken questioning whether the Municipality will be submitting
comments regarding proposed regulation EBR#012-1559 regarding
burning alternative fuels in energy intensive industries such as cement
kilns, as Clarington is host to a major cement kiln industry and in view of
the municipality’s compromised air quality.
Resolution #C-011-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That Correspondence Item D – 6 from Wendy Bracken, with respect to comments
regarding Proposed Regulation EBR#012-1559, be referred to Planning staff to
prepare comments on Environmental Bill of Rights Posting EBR #012-1559.
“Carried”
D - 7 Dina Lundy, Clerk, Town of Erin, advising that on December 16, 2014, the
Town of Erin adopted the following resolution pertaining to a
comprehensive strategy to regulate excess soils in Ontario:
“Whereas the provincial government’s intensification policy of Places to
Grow has created an excess soils problem in Ontario;
And whereas the GTHA continues to grow and with this growth comes an
increasing demand for sites to place excavated material;
And whereas there is not a system of regulated disposal control for excess
soils in Ontario but each municipality is left to decide how to deal with;
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And whereas the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change is
assessing the need for a new comprehensive province-wide policy to
address the problem of compromised soil and to ensure that excess soils
being placed onto sites is safe;
Now therefore be it resolved that the Council of the Town of Erin requests
that the Ontario government develop a comprehensive strategy to regulate
excess soils in the province and to pass a Clean Soil Act which will help
municipalities deal with excess soils under their jurisdiction;
And further that the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, in
consultation with the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs,
Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Ministry of
Natural Resources and Forestry, Ministry of Transportation, Conservation
Ontario, and the Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) spearhead
the development of a comprehensive strategy to regulate excess soils;
And further that this resolution be forwarded to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), the County of Wellington Council, the
Ontario Good Roads Association (OGRA), the Rural Ontario Municipal
Association (ROMA), and the Greater Toronto Countryside Mayors
Alliance for circulation and support.”
Resolution #C-012-14
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Partner
That the resolution from the Town of Erin, with respect to a comprehensive strategy
to regulate excess soils in Ontario, be endorsed.
“Carried”
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D - 8 Angie Darlison, Executive Director, Clarington Older Adult Association
(COAA), advising Council that applications are being accepted for the
“Age-Friendly Community Planning Grant” through the Ontario Senior’s
Secretariat to fund projects that result in planning, implementation and
evaluation of activities that contribute to the creation and on-going
development of age-friendly communities; indicating that as part of the
application process, a letter of endorsement from the local government
and a Council resolution demonstrating support of age-friendly community
planning is required; suggesting that the $35,000 funding would
complement the launch into the older adult strategy; and, advising the
application deadline is January 30, 2015; however, applicants have up to
March 31, 2015, to submit the Council resolution in support of their
application.
Resolution #C-013-15
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Partner
That Correspondence Item D – 8 from Angie Darlison, Executive Director, Clarington
Older Adult Association be received;
That Council endorse the Age-Friendly Community Planning Grant Program;
That staff be directed to provide a letter of endorsement for the Clarington Older
Adult Association’s application for the Age-Friendly Community Planning Grant; and
That Angie Darlison, Executive Director and the Clarington Older Adult Centre Board
be advised of action taken.
“Carried”
D - 9 Joel Locklin, Manager (A) Program Operations, Ministry of Agriculture,
Food and Rural Affairs, confirming the Municipality’s eligibility in the
Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund – Formula-based Component
(OCIF-Formula) and enclosing the Contribution Agreement for execution.
Resolution #C-014-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
That the Mayor and Municipal Clerk be designated as signing officers for the Ontario
Community Infrastructure Fund and be authorized to execute the Contribution
Agreement.
“Carried”
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D - 11 A.L. Georgieff, Commissioner of Planning, Region of Durham, requesting
that the Municipality nominate a representative to the Durham
Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC) for the 2014-2018 term and
attaching a list of interested parties for consideration.
Resolution #C-015-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
That Hida Manns be nominated as the Municipality of Clarington’s representative to
the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee for the term 2014-2018.
“Carried”
Committee Report(s) (cont’d)
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report January 5, 2015
Resolution #C-016-15
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
That the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of January 5, 2015
be approved, with the exception of Items #2 and #8.
“Carried”
Item #8
Resolution #C-017-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
That the petition containing 2,790 names requesting an indoor walking facility in
Newcastle be referred to staff for consideration during the proposed Facility
Development Strategy as submitted in the Community Services Department’s 2015
operating budget; and
That Marg Maskell and Blain Pickard, as organizers of the petition, be advised of
action taken.
“Carried”
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Staff Report(s)
Confidential Report LGL-001-15 – Clarington Wind Farm Renewable Energy Approval
No. 8383-8R8PSW
Resolution #C-019-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke
THAT in accordance with 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, the meeting
be closed for the purpose of discussing a matter that deals with advice that is subject
to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.
The meeting reconvened in open session at 10:00 pm.
The Mayor advised that one item was discussed in “closed” session in accordance
with Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, and one resolution was
passed providing direction to staff.
Unfinished Business
Resolution #C-020-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Presentation of Erin O’Toole, Minister of Veterans Affairs Canada, MP
Durham, be received with thanks.
“Carried”
Resolution #C-021-15
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill
That the Annual Update from Ted Baker Chair and Suzanne Barnes, Vice Chair,
Energy from Waste – Waste Management Advisory Committee, be received with
thanks.
“Carried”
By-Laws
Resolution #C-022-15
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2015-001 to 2015-006
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2015-001 Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for
the Municipality of Clarington (Lanarose Properties, formerly William Daniel,
Elizabeth Daniel and Green Martin Holdings)
2015-002 Being a By-law to exempt a certain portion of Registered Plan 40M-2528 from
Part Lot Control (ZBA 2014-0027)
2015-003 Being a By-law to exempt a certain portion of Registered Plan 40M-2523 from
Part Lot Control (ZBA 2014-0028)
2015-004 Being a By-law to exempt a certain portion of Registered Plan 40M-2373 from
Part Lot Control (ZBA 2014-0030)
2015-005 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
2015-006 Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for
the Municipality of Clarington (H & H Properties Inc.); and
That the said by-laws be approved.
“Carried”
Procedural Notice(s) of Motion
There were no Procedural Notices of Motion introduced under this Section of the
Agenda.
Other Business
There was no Other Business introduced under this Section of the Agenda.
Councillor Hooper stated a pecuniary interest earlier in the meeting, refrained from
voting on the Confirming By-law and left meeting
Confirming By-Law
Resolution #C-023-15
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Neal
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2015-007, being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held
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on the 12 day of January, 2015; and
THAT the said by-law be approved.
“Carried”
Council Meeting Minutes - 18 - January 12, 2015
Councillor Hooper returned to the meeting.
Adjournment
Resolution #C-024-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
THAT them adjourn at 10:04 pm.
Carried
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