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General Government Committee
Minutes
November 9, 2015
Minutes of a meeting of the General Government Committee held on Monday,
November 9, 2015 at 9:30 AM in the Council Chambers.
Present Were: Mayor A. Foster, Councillor S. Cooke, Councillor R. Hooper,
Councillor J. Neal, Councillor W. Partner, Councillor W. Woo
Regrets: Councillor C. Traill
Staff Present: F. Wu, A. Allison, S. Brake until 3:05 PM, T. Cannella until 3:05 PM,
J. Caruana until 3:05 PM, M. Marano until 3:25 PM, N. Taylor until 3:25 PM, G. Weir
until 3:05 PM, A. Greentree, M. Chambers
1 Call to Order
Mayor Foster called the meeting to order at 9:30 AM.
2 New Business – Introduction
Councillor Woo added a new business item, regarding the Deputy Mayor for the
Municipality of Clarington from January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2016 be added to the
New Business – Consideration section of the agenda.
3 Adopt the Agenda
Resolution #GG-083-15
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Agenda be adopted as presented, with the addition of the new business item
Deputy Mayor for the Municipality of Clarington from January 1, 2016 to
December 31, 2016.
Carried
4 Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest
Later in the meeting, Councillor Woo declared a pecuniary interest in Report
COD-025-15, 2015-2017 Provisions Affecting All Employees – CUPE Inside & Outside,
Non-Affiliated Employee Group, Other Applicable Employment Groups, Applicable
Board and Committee Appointed Positions
5 Announcements
Members of Council announced upcoming community events and matters of community
interest.
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6 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Resolution #GG-084-15
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That the minutes of the regular meeting of the General Government Committee meeting
held on October 19, 2015, be approved.
Carried
7 Delegations
7.1 Cloveth Smith, Internship Coordinator, Dallas Boyer, Manager of
Operations – Arts & Science Co-op Programs, and Renan Levine, Professor
– Department of Political Science, University of Toronto Scarborough,
Regarding University of Toronto Scarborough Co-op Placement Program
Cloveth Smith, Internship Coordinator, University of Toronto Scarborough was present
regarding the University of Toronto Scarborough Co-op Placement Program. She made
a verbal presentation to accompany three handouts. Ms. Smith explained to the
Committee that the students of this program have expressed interest in co-op
placement opportunities within the Municipality of Clarington. She provided an overview
of the types of students and various programs that are available at the University of
Toronto Scarborough. Ms. Smith reviewed the process involved in placing co-op
students and the importance of co-op placements.
Renan Levine, Professor – Department of Political Science, University of Toronto
Scarborough, advised the Committee that he is aware of the budget restrictions a
Municipality has with respect to hiring of co-op students. He continued by reviewing the
benefits of having students placed within the Municipality which included assisting
departments with day to day operations and special projects. Mr. Levine added that
these students are eager to gain experience and willing to learn and assist in any
capacity.
Dallas Boyer, Manager of Operations – Arts & Science Co-op Programs, University of
Toronto Scarborough, addressed the Committee and recommended the hiring of two
additional co-op positions with the Municipality of Clarington. He explained that having
two co-op students allow them to fit into the organization more easily, assist with
travelling, and that these students will help motivate each other. Mr. Boyer explained
that on average a co-op student is paid approximately $15.00 per hour and that in total
the approximate cost to the Municipality would be $10,000.
Ms. Smith concluded the by advising the Committee that there are many benefits to
implementing a co-op program and asked Committee to consider the recommendations.
She thanked the Committee and added that she hopes to work the Municipality in the
future.
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Resolution #GG-085-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
That the addition of two co-op student positions be considered in the 2016 Budget.
Carried
7.2 Kevin Empey, Chief Executive Officer, Lakeridge Health, Regarding an
Update on the Hospital Building Plans
Kevin Empey, Chief Executive Officer, Lakeridge Health, was present to provide an
update on the hospital building plans. He made a verbal presentation to accompany an
electronic presentation. Mr. Empey provided some information on Lakeridge Health
which included hospital statistics, a brief description of the hospital sites, and recent
recognition and accomplishments of the hospitals. He continued by highlighting key
services which included the cancer centre, dialysis program, addiction services, the
stroke program, critical care, the eye centre, continuing care, and rehabilitation services.
Mr. Empey summarized the hospital programs, equipment, and education opportunities.
He reviewed how Lakeridge Health is working towards improving the experience for all
patients. Mr. Empey continued by highlighted the driving science and innovations which
included the driving of skilled employment, increasing education, and research. He
continued by reviewing current statistics on education and research. Mr. Empey added
that they have one main plan for the hospital sites and are looking to advance all of the
sites. He provided an overview of the statistics of the aging population in addition to the
Lakeridge Health bed timeline.
Resolution #GG-086-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow the delegation of Kevin Empey to
be extended for an additional five minutes.
Carried
Mr. Empey continued by reviewing the overall project status. He explained the
“Bowmanville Challenges” and reviewed the site and proposed additions. Mr. Empey
continued by noting the proposed solutions. He reviewed the proposed new wing to the
Bowmanville hospital and provided details of the expansion and the proposed
demolition of a portion of the existing hospital once the new wing is completed. Mr.
Empey concluded by reviewing the project status, and the budget for the three major
proposed projects which included the Bowmanville hospital.
He noted that the Region of Durham has adopted a policy to pay approximately 7 1/2
percent and encouraged Clarington Council to also consider supporting the project
financially. Although the project is currently not on the Provinces 10 year capital plan,
he believes that locally supported projects have a greater chance of moving onto the
plan.
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Resolution #GG-087-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the delegation of Kevin Empey, Chief Executive Officer, Lakeridge Health,
regarding an update on the hospital building plans, be received with thanks.
Carried
7.3 Linda Givelas, Forest Centre Manager and Aaron Staples, Outdoor
Education Teacher, Ganaraska Forest Centre, Regarding, Report
CSD-014-15, Sponsorship Requests for Ganaraska Forest Centre, Heart &
Stroke Foundation – Durham Region and Orono Town Hall
Linda Givelas, Forest Centre Manager and Aaron Staples, Outdoor Education Teacher,
Ganaraska Forest Centre were present regarding Report CSD-014-15, Sponsorship
Requests for Ganaraska Forest Centre, Heart & Stroke Foundation – Durham Region
and Orono Town Hall. Ms. Givelas thanked the members of Committee for considering
their application and noted that their correspondence was contained in the staff report.
She advised that they are available to answer any questions from the Committee.
Alter the Agenda
Resolution #GG-088-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
That the Agenda be altered to consider Report CSD-014-15, Sponsorship Requests for
Ganaraska Forest Centre, Heart & Stroke Foundation – Durham Region and Orono
Town Hall, at this time.
Carried
14.2 CSD-014-15 Sponsorship Requests for Ganaraska Forest Centre, Heart &
Stroke Foundation – Durham Region and Orono Town Hall
Resolution #GG-089-15
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That Report CSD-014-15 be received;
That the sponsorship request for Ganaraska Forest Centre be approved for $2500, with
potential for an additional $2500 in 2016;
That the sponsorship request for the Heart & Stroke Foundations – Durham Region in
the amount of $111.76, be approved;
That the sponsorship request for Orono Town Hall Board in the amount of $300.00, be
approved.
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That all interested parties listed in Report CSD-014-15 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Motion Divided
(See following motions)
Resolution #GG-090-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-089-15 be divided to consider each request
separately.
Carried
Resolution #GG-091-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the sponsorship request for Ganaraska Forest Centre be approved for $2500, with
potential for an additional $2500 in 2016.
Motion Lost
Resolution #GG-092-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That the sponsorship request for Ganaraska Forest Centre for $2500.00 be received for
information.
Carried
Resolution #GG-093-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the sponsorship request for the Heart & Stroke Foundations – Durham Region in
the amount of $111.76, be approved.
Carried
Resolution #GG-094-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the sponsorship request for Orono Town Hall Board in the amount of $300.00, be
approved.
Carried
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7.4 Brandon Long, Assistant Location Manager, GEP 12 Monkeys Inc.,
Regarding a Request for an Exemption to Noise By-law 2007-071
Brandon Long, Assistant Location Manager, GEP 12 Monkeys Inc. was present on
behalf of GEP Productions regarding a request for an exemption to the Noise By-law.
Mr. Long explained to the Committee that they will be filming a television series at 2020
Lambs Road, Bowmanville. He continued by explaining that they will require a Noise
By-law exemption as they will have simulated gun fire and will be filming day and night.
Mr. Long concluded by advising the Committee that they will notify all area businesses
and residents of the noise.
Resolution #GG-095-15
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the exemption request by GEP 12 Monkeys Inc. to the Municipality’s Noise
By-law from November 16, 2015 to December 5, 2015 for a filming event at 2020
Lambs Road, Bowmanville, be approved.
Carried
Recess
Resolution #GG-096-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the Committee recess for 10 minutes.
Carried
The meeting reconvened at 11:06 AM with Mayor Foster in the chair.
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8 Communications - Receive for Information
8.1 Minutes of the Newcastle Village Community Hall Board dated June 16,
2015
8.2 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated October
20, 2015
8.3 Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority dated September
17, 2015
8.4 Debi A. Wilcox, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Regional
Municipality of Durham – Fire Services Study Response from Area
Municipalities
8.5 Debi A. Wilcox, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Regional
Municipality of Durham – Resolution from Durham Trail Co-ordinating
Committee (DTCC) Re: 150 Kilometre Walk to Celebrate Canada’s 150th
Birthday and Highlight the Trans Canada Trail
8.6 Bruce McCuaig, President & CEO, Metrolinx – Metrolinx Update
Resolution #GG-097-15
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the communications 8.1 to 8.6 be received for information, with the exception of
Correspondence Items 8.5 and 8.6.
Carried
Resolution #GG-098-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That communications Item 8.5 regarding a resolution from Durham Trail Co-ordinating
Committee (DTCC) - 150 Kilometre Walk to Celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday and
Highlight the Trans Canada Trail, be referred to staff.
Carried
Resolution #GG-099-15
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That the communication Item 8.6 regarding a Metrolinx Update, be received for
information.
Carried
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9 Communications – Direction
9.1 Linda J. Laliberte,CAO/Sectretary-Treasurer, Ganaraska Region
Conservation Authority – 2016 Preliminary Budget Review
Resolution #GG-100-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
That the communication Item 9.1 be received for information.
Carried
9.2 Brandon Long, GEP 12 Monkeys Inc. – Filming Intensions for Camp 30 –
2020 Lambs Road – Request for Noise Exemption
Communication Item 9.2 was considered earlier in the meeting during the delegation
portion of the agenda.
10 Presentations
10.1 David Garcia, President & CEO, Paul Ruttan, Director of Infrastructure,
Blackbird Infrastructure, Gabriel Medel, Design Build Director and Melvin
Ramcharitar, Construction Manager, Blackbird Construction, Regarding an
Overview of Phase 2 Construction of Highway 407 and Relating Road
Closures and Detours
David Garcia, President & CEO, Blackbird Infrastructure, was present to provide
an overview of the Phase 2 construction of Highway 407 and relating road closures and
detours. He made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation and a
handout. Mr. Garcia noted that this project was awarded in March, 2015, provided
background information on the project and the developers involved. He reviewed the
accessibility of the project to the public which included regular scheduled meetings,
public information centres, and the opportunity for comments on the project to be
submitted. He continued by highlighting the main project elements of the Highway 407
East Phase 2.
Gabriel Medal, Design Build Director, Blackbird Construction, reviewed the
consultations that have been conducted and the consultation recommendations. Mr.
Medel provided an explanation for the various road closures and the benefits. He
continued by reviewing the proposed traffic detours Stage 1 from November 2015 to
June 2016 and the proposed traffic detours Stage 2 from June 2016-September 2016.
Mr. Medel concluded by providing a summary of the upcoming road closures.
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Resolution #GG-101-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the presentation of David Garcia, President & CEO, Paul Ruttan, Director of
Infrastructure, Blackbird Infrastructure, Gabriel Medel, Design Build Director and Melvin
Ramcharitar, Construction Manager, Blackbird Construction, regarding an overview of
Phase 2 construction of Highway 407 and relating road closures and detours, be
received for information.
Carried
Recess
Resolution #GG-102-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
That the committee recess for one hour.
Carried
The meeting reconvened at 1:00 PM with Mayor Foster in the chair.
10.2 Curry Clifford, Corporate Initiatives Officer, Municipality of Clarington,
Regarding Actions to be Forthcoming with Respect to GO Train East
Lakeshore Extension
Curry Clifford, Corporate Initiatives Officer, Municipality of Clarington was present
regarding actions to be forthcoming with respect to GO Train East Lakeshore Extension.
He made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. Mr. Clifford
reviewed project limits of the Lakeshore East Extension. He highlighted how the project
will assist the growing economy including creating investment and employment
opportunities in the Municipality of Clarington. Mr. Clifford highlighted the opportunities
for investment and jobs with the addition of the Courtice Commuter Station and the
Bowmanville GO Transportation Hub. He provided an overview of important dates and
a timelines from 2004 to March 2015. Mr. Clifford provided an overview of the success
factors that were learned from speaking to other municipalities. He added that we are
working together to build local partnerships to create a consensus on the vision for the
project. Mr. Clifford reviewed the next steps and concluded by reviewing the key
messages for the public and the key messages to the investors and stakeholders.
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Resolution #GG-103-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
That the presentation of Curry Clifford, Corporate Initiatives Officer, Municipality of
Clarington, regarding actions to be forthcoming with respect to GO Train East
Lakeshore Extension, be received with thanks.
Carried
Councillor Neal chaired this portion of the meeting.
11 Engineering Services Department
Resolution #GG-104-15
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Woo
That Reports EGD-017-15, EGD-018-15, and EGD-019-15 be approved on consent as
follows:
11.1 EGD-017-15 Baywood Subdivision Phase 4, Bowmanville, Plan
40M-2332 ‘Certificate of Acceptance’ and ‘Assumption By-law’, Final Works
Including Roads and Other Related Works
That Report EGD-017-15 be received;
That the Director of Engineering Services be authorized to issue a ‘Certificate of
Acceptance’ for the Final Works, which includes final stage roads and other
related Works, constructed within Plan 40M-2332;
That Council approve the by-law attached to Report EGD-017-15, assuming
certain streets within Plan 40M-2332 and adjacent Plan 10M-840 as public
highways; and
That all interested parties listed in Report EGD-017-15 be advised of Council’s
decision.
11.2 EGD-018-15 Birchdale Subdivision Phase 2B, Courtice, Plan 40M-2317
(Part) ‘Certificate of Acceptance’ and ‘Assumption By-law’, Final Works
Including Roads and Other Related Works
That Report EGD-018-15 be received;
That the Director of Engineering Services be authorized to issue a ‘Certificate of
Acceptance’ for the Final Works, which includes final stage roads and other
related Works, constructed within Plan 40M-2317;
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That Council approve the by-law attached to Report EGD-018-15, assuming
certain streets within Plan 40M-2317 as public highways; and
That all interested parties listed in Report EGD-018-15 be advised of Council’s
decision.
11.3 EGD-019-15 Springfield Subdivision Phase 3, Courtice, Plan 40M-2451
‘Certificate of Acceptance’ and ‘Assumption By-law’, Final Works Including
Roads and Other Related Works
That Report EGD-019-15 be received;
That the Director of Engineering Services be authorized to issue a ‘Certificate of
Acceptance’ for the Final Works, which includes final stage roads and other
related Works, constructed within Plan 40M-2451;
That Council approve the by-law attached to Report EGD-019-15, assuming
certain streets within Plan 40M-2451 and adjacent Plan 40R-26040 as public
highways; and
That all interested parties listed in Report EGD-019-15 be advised of Council’s
decision.
Carried
Councillor Partner chaired this portion of the meeting.
12 Operations Department
12.1 OPD-009-15 Winter Maintenance of Trails
Resolution #GG-105-15
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Foster
That Report OPD-009-15 be received for information; and
That all interested parties listed in Report OPD-009-15 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried
12.2 OPD-010-15 Highway #407 Crossing Roads and Detour Maintenance
Agreement
Resolution #GG-106-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That Report OPD-010-15 be received;
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That the Mayor and the Municipal Clerk be authorized to execute a road servicing
agreement with Blackbird Maintenance 407 General Partnership (BBM 407) based on
the terms as determined satisfactory by the Director of Operations, Director of Finance
and the Municipal Solicitor; and
That all interested parties listed in Report OPD-010-15 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried
Councillor Cooke chaired this portion of the meeting.
13 Emergency and Fire Services Department
13.1 ESD-003-15 Emergency Services Activity Report
Resolution #GG-107-15
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Foster
That Report ESD-003-15 be received for information.
Carried
Councillor Hooper chaired this portion of the meeting.
14 Community Services Department
14.1 CSD-013-15 Older Adult Programs & Services Rates and Fees
Resolution #GG-108-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Mayor Foster
That Report CSD-013-15 be received;
That Council approve the proposed rates and fees as outlined for the period
January 1, 2016 to August 31, 2017, and
That all interested parties listed in Report CSD-013-15 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried
14.2 CSD-014-15 Sponsorship Requests for Ganaraska Forest Centre, Heart &
Stroke Foundation – Durham Region and Orono Town Hall
Report CSD-014-15, Sponsorship Requests for Ganaraska Forest Centre, Heart &
Stroke Foundation – Durham Region and Orono Town Hall, was considered earlier in
the meeting during the delegation portion of the agenda.
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15 Municipal Clerk’s Department
No Reports for this section of the Agenda.
Mayor Foster chaired this portion of the meeting.
16 Corporate Services Department
16.1 COD-023-15 Tourism Service Delivery Consideration
Resolution #GG-109-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Woo
That Report COD-023-15 be received;
That the Municipal Service delivery model for Tourism as outlined as option a) in Report
COD-016-15 with the approval of the additional position of a full-time Tourism
Coordinator effective December 1, 2015, be approved; and
That all interested parties listed in Report COD-023-15 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried as Amended
(See following motions)
Resolution #GG-110-15
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Partner
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-109-15 be amended by adding the following after
the second paragraph:
“That the Clarington Tourism and Marketing Board and the Clarington Board of
Trade be recognized and thanked for their efforts in working with the Municipality
of Clarington on the proposed tourism service delivery model.”
Carried
Suspend the Rules
Resolution #GG-111-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Cooke
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow Members of Committee to speak to
the matter of the foregoing Resolution #GPA-109-15 a second time.
Carried
The foregoing Resolution #GG-109-15 was then put to a vote and carried as amended.
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16.2 COD-026-15 Snow Clearing of Sidewalks and Parking Lots
Resolution #GG-112-15
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Report COD-026-15 be received;
That B&D Tractor Services with an annual revised bid amount of $232,720.72
(net H.S.T. rebate) and 2262728 Ontario Ltd O/A BJ Flint and Sons with an annual
revised bid amount of $246,102.65 (net H.S.T. rebate), being the lowest responsible
bidders meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of Tender CL2015-30 be
awarded the contract for Snow Clearing of Sidewalks and Parking Lots;
That the funds expended be drawn from the respective operating budgets; and
That the Purchasing Manager be authorized to extend the contract for up to four
additional one year terms pending satisfactory service, available funds, and subject to
yearly rate increase based on the Consumer Price Index, All Items, Ontario, most recent
issue.
Carried
17 Finance Department
17.1 FND-016-15 Financial Update as at September 30, 2015
Resolution #GG-113-15
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Partner
That Report FND-016-15 be received for information.
Carried
17.2 FND-017-15 Response to Council Request Regarding Clarington Museum
Resolution #GG-114-15
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Woo
That Report FND-017-15 be received for information.
Carried
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18.1 LGL-009-15 Older Adult Governance – Management of the Beech Centre
Resolution #GG-115-15
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Report LGL-009-15 be received;
That Council pass By-law No. 2015-074 attached to Report LGL-009-15 (Attachment 1)
in order to designate the Beech Centre as a municipal capital facility and exempt it from
taxation;
That the Clerk be directed to provide written notice of By-law No. 2015-074 to the
Minister of Education as required by subsection 110(5) of the Municipal Act, 2001;
That the Clerk be directed to provide written notice of By-law No. 2015-074 to the
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, the Clerk of the Region of Durham and the
local school boards as required by subsection 110(8) of the Municipal Act, 2001;
That the Mayor and the Clerk be authorized to execute the Transition Agreement and
Municipal Capital Facility Agreement with the Bowmanville Older Adult Association
attached to this Report (Attachments 2 and 3);
That staff be authorized to take all steps necessary to fulfill all of the Municipality’s
obligations under the Transition Agreement; and
That all interested parties listed in Report LGL-009-15 and any delegations be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried
19 Chief Administrative Office
19.1 CAO-003-15 Implementing the 2015-2018 Strategic Plan
Resolution #GG-116-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That Report CAO-003-15 and the attached table “Implementing the 2015-2018 Strategic
Plan” be received for information.
Carried
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20 New Business – Consideration
20.1 Deputy Mayor for the Municipality of Clarington from January 1, 2016 to
December 31, 2016
Resolution #GG-117-15
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That, in accordance with Section 226 of the Municipal Act, 2001, c.25, during the
four-year term of Council (2014 through to 2018), Regional Councillor Wards 1 and 2,
Joe Neal, be appointed, as the Deputy Mayor for the Municipality of Clarington from
January 1, 2016 until December 31, 2016.
Carried
21 Unfinished Business
There were no items considered under this section of the Agenda.
22 Confidential Reports
Councillor Woo declared a pecuniary interest in Report COD-025-15, 2015-2017
Provisions Affecting All Employees – CUPE Inside & Outside, Non-Affiliated Employee
Group, Other Applicable Employment Groups, Applicable Board and Committee
Appointed Positions, as his wife is member of the executive of the CUPE Local at
Lakeridge Health Bowmanville. Councillor Woo left the room and refrained from
discussion and voting on this matter.
Closed Session
Resolution #GG-118-15
Moved by Councillor Cooke, seconded by Councillor Partner
That in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, the
meeting be closed for the purpose of discussing Confidential Report COD-025-15,
2015-2017 Provisions Affecting All Employees – CUPE Inside & Outside, Non-affiliated
Employee Group, Other Applicable Employment Groups, Applicable Board and
Committee Appointed Positions and a Confidential Verbal Report from the Chief
Administrative Officer regarding a property matter, being items which deal with:
a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality;
advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications
necessary for that purpose; and
a matter that deals with labour relations or employee negotiations
Carried
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Rise and Report
The meeting resumed in open session at 4:31 PM with Mayor Foster in the Chair.
Mayor Foster advised that two items were discussed in "closed" session in accordance
with Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 and no resolutions were passed.
22.2 COD-025-15 2015-2017 Provisions Affecting All Employees — CUPE Inside
& Outside, Non-Affiliated Employee Group, Other Applicable Employment
Groups, Applicable Board and Committee Appointed Positions
Resolution #GG-119-15
Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Partner
That the recommendations contained in Confidential Report COD-025-15, 2015-2017
Provisions Affecting All Employees — CUPE Inside & Outside, Non-Affiliated Employee
Group, Other Applicable Employment Groups, Applicable Board and Committee
Appointed Positions, be approved.
Carried
Councillor Woo returned to the meeting.
23 Adjournment
Resolution #GG-120-15
Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Hooper
That the ting adjourn at 4:35 PM.
Carried
May r eputy Clerk
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