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PRAYER
ROLL CALL
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MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
September 13, 1999
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council
held on Monday, September 13, 1999, at
7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers
Councillor Schell lead the meeting in prayer
Mayor D. Hamre
Councillor J. Mutton
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor J. Rowe
Councillor J. Schell
Councillor C. Trim
Councillor T. Young
Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Director of Planning and Development, D. Crome
Solicitor, D. Hefferon
Deputy Fire Chief, B. Hesson
Treasurer, M. Marano
Director of Public Works, S. Vokes
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
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There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated for this meeting.
Mayor Hamre advised that she has been hearing many rumours that she is
going to be receiving an appointment from a level of government or a
government agency. She assured everyone that this is not the case and
that she has made a commitment to the residents of Clarington to be their
mayor until they no longer wish her to - a commitment which she fully
intends to keep.
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MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
PRESENTATION
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DELEGATIONS
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Resolution #C-S24-99
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the minutes of special meetings of Council held on July 19 and
July 29,1999, be approved.
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Duncan Read, Executive Director, Social Development Council, Ajax-
Pickering, 132A Commercial Avenue, Ajax, LIS 2HS addressed Council
with respect to the Durham Region Community Wellness Study.
Sponsored by Human Resources Development Canada, the Council sought
to extend its role in social research to assess the community wellness of
Durham Region in each of its municipalities. Through the use of data
obtained by telephone survey to ISOO residents, Mr. Read showed a
comparison of Clarington residents opinions on various services with
those of residents in the entire of Durham Region. Mr. Read invited
everyone to the Durham Region Community Wellness Forum which is to
take place October I, 1999, between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at the
Whitby Mental Health Centre. The Council will organize, format and
report the information which is collected from the Forum workshop.
Don Welsh, 4280 Meams Avenue, Bowmanville, LlC 3KS advised prior
to the meeting that he would not be in attendance.
George Khouri, Board of Trade, 181 Liberty Street, P.O. Box 434,
Bowmanville, LlC 3Z2 introduced Victoria Green, Business Development
Officer to the Members of Council. Ms. Green advised Council of actions
she has taken so far to familiarize herself with her role and the
municipality and outlined her future goals.
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Mario Veltri, 68 King Street East, Bowmanville, L I C 3X2 addressed
Council with respect to a proposed walkway at McFeeters Crescent and
Mearns A venue. He advised that the municipality had requested a public
walkway as part of the development of Land Division applications
LD227/1999 to LD23 111999 inclusive which have been filed by Veltri and
Sons Limited. Mr. Veltri submitted a petition from area residents who
believe that a walkway would not be beneficial to their neighbourhood and
requested that Council reconsider the position of the municipality with
respect to this walkway.
William Lawrence, 169 King Street East, Bowmanville, L I C I N9
addressed Council with respect to a vicious dog declaration that he
received after his dog Demon bit a woman on his property. He assured
Council that Demon is a well-trained, obedient, conscientious, loving and
protective dog and that the unfortunate incident which took place this
summer was a rare mistake which hardly calls for a label of a "vicious
dog".
Resolution #C-525-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT the order of the agenda be altered to allow for consideration of
Other Business at this time and that the meeting be "closed" to discuss two
property matters and a personnel matter.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-526-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the actions taken during the "closed" session of Council be ratified.
"CARRIED"
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Resolution #C-527-99
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved
with the exception of Items 1- 8, I -13,1- 15, I - 18, I - 33, I - 44 and
I-55.
"CARRIED"
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Martin Robertson, National Organizer, Beacon Millennium Canada,
132 Medland Street, Toronto, M6P 2N5, inviting the Municipality to join
their colleagues in municipalities across the country in linking their
celebrations welcoming the arrival of the year 2000 on December 31, 1999
to each other as a symbol of hope, renewal and community commitment.
A brochure explained the opportunity to put local efforts on the national
map as part of a chain of bonfires, illuminations, lasers, fireworks and
public celebrations around the globe when midnight strikes this coming
New Year's Eve.
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(Received for Information)
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Minutes of a meeting of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory
Committee held on June 15, 1999.
(Received for Information)
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Ministry of the Solicitor General and Correctional Services, advising that
the Province of Ontario has developed a Year 2000 emergency
preparedness and response project to deal with any consequences which
might affect public safety. Their objective is to be prepared to provide
emergency assistance should it be required. The contingency plans for the
Year 2000 addresses the possibility of the provision of assistance by the
Canadian Forces. Between now and January 2000, Emergency Measures
Ontario and Land Forces Central Area are planning a number of exercises
to demonstrate a high level of readiness to respond anywhere in the
Province. Both organizations have the same objective and that is to be
prepared to provide assistance when and where such assistance is
necessary.
(Received for Information)
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Minutes of a meeting of the Newcastle Community Hall Board held on
June 21,1999.
(Received for Information)
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Minutes of a meeting of the Bowmanville Museum Board held on
June 9,1999.
(Receive for Information)
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Elizabeth Mason, Special Events & Marketing Coordinator, The Kidney
Foundation of Canada, 1200 Eglinton Avenue East, Suite 200, Don Mills,
M3C IH9, advising of The Kidney Car Program, a fundraising program
that recycles unwanted motor vehicles into a tax deduction for the donor
and into much needed funds all by displaying their brochures and posters.
(Received for Information)
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News Release from the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority
issuing a warning and advising of signage being posted at Long Sault
Conservation Area concerning obstructions being placed on the trails. The
Authority has received reports of brush and logs being placed on the trails
at corners causing people mountain biking to brake hard to avoid injury.
All obstacles have currently been removed and the Authority will be
monitoring the situation closely.
(Received for Information)
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Jim Wilson, Minister of Energy, Science and Technology, forwarding a
thank you for support and advice in the past and advised of the update on
Energy Competition in Ontario. In late April and early May, 1999, the
Lieutenant Governor in Council approved two additional regulations
related to electricity restructuring in Ontario.
(Received for Information)
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Jenny Walhout, Executive Director, Big Brothers of Clarington,
23 Scugog Street, Bowmanville, L1C 3H7, updating the municipality on a
unique and exciting partnership opportunities. One of the most recent and
exciting corporate partnerships is with the Canadian Imperial Bank of
Commerce. The CIBC, through its Y outhvision program, is providing 30
new scholarships each year to young people in their program across the
country. These scholarships are worth up to $4,000 per year for four years
of post-secondary education. In addition, scholarship recipients will be
given summer jobs from grade 11 until they complete their university or
college education. Big Brothers ofClarington is proud of their partnership
with the CIBC. They feel that it is an example of the type of success that
can be achieved between the voluntary and corporate sectors.
(Received for Information)
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Minutes of a meeting of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority
held on July 6, 1999.
(Received for Information)
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P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising of a resolution
passed by the Region of Durham as follows:
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"a) THAT the Region participate in the establishment of a
Durham Municipal Insurance Pool in conjunction with the
Towns of Whitby and Ajax, the Municipality ofClarington
and the Townships of Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge to
cooperatively self insure or pool the cost of insurance
claims and to purchase insurance coverages under one
common policy from the re-insurance market;
AND FURTHER THAT:
i) Authority be given for staff to work with the
participating Area Municipal Treasurers, in order to
establish an acceptable subscribers' agreement, re-
insurance contracts, and an administrative structure,
and to report back to the respective Committees and
Councils of the Region and the participating Area
Municipalities for final approval of the subscribers'
agreement no later than December 1999.
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ii) A target date of March I, 2000 be set for the startup
of the Durham Municipal Insurance Pool for an
initial three year period.
b ) THAT the Region of Durham renew its general insurance
coverage as outlined in Attachment # I to Report
#1999-F-38 of the Commissioner of Finance, with the
Frank Cowan Company for the period July I, 1999 to
c) July I, 2000 at a cost of $497,942 excluding provincial
sales taxes;
d) THAT the Region of Durham purchase contingent liability
insurance in respect of third party liability claims for bodily
injury and property damage relating to Y2K from the Frank
Cowan Company at a cost of$21,928 and that this
expenditure be funded from the 1999 Y2K Budget;
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THAT approval be given to retain the services of Dion,
Durrell and Associates Inc., to assist staff in the preparation
of the formation of the Durham Municipal Insurance Pool
at a cost not to exceed $50,000 and to be funded from the
Region's Insurance Reserve Fund; and
t) THAT the Town ofPickering be provided with the
opportunity to re-evaluate their position with respect to the
implementation of the insurance pooling arrangement and
further, that they be asked to respond by September 30,
1999."
(Received for Information)
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P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising of a resolution
passed by the Region of Durham as follows:
"a) THAT Report #1999-W-75 of the Commissioner of Works
be received for information;
b) THAT a copy of Report # 1999- W - 7 5 be forwarded to all
area municipalities; and
c) THAT the Ministry of Transportation be informed that the
Region is dismayed with the potential costs that would be
incurred upon area municipalities as it relates to the red-
light enforcement pilot projects."
(Received for Information)
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P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising of a resolution
passed by the Region of Durham as follows:
"THAT Joint Report #1999-J-19 of the Commissioner of Health,
Finance, Planning and Works be received for information; and
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THAT a copy of Joint Report #1999-J-19 be forwarded to the
Municipality of Clarington."
(Received for Information)
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Minutes of a meeting of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory
Committee held on July 13, 1999.
(Received for Information)
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Minutes of a meeting of the Newcastle Community Hall Board held on
July 19, 1999.
(Received for Information)
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A. Ulicki, Executive Correspondence Officer, acknowledging the
correspondence in which the Municipality of Clarington's Council
endorsed a proposal by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities calling
for a municipal infrastructure funding program in the year 2000 federal
budget and copying that correspondence to the Honourable Marcel Masse,
Minister Responsible for Infrastructure.
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Jennifer Allan, Secretary to the City Clerk, City of Os haw a, advising that
all of City Council wiIl be advised of the Municipality ofClarington's
request for support regarding the Municipal Infrastructure in the
Millennium Budget of the Government of Canada.
(Received for Information)
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Correction Notice from the Town of Ajax regarding an incorrect date for
filing a notice of appeal with respect to the Town of Ajax's Development
Charges By-law 63-99. The final date for filing a notice of appeal is
August 28, 1999.
(Received for Information)
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Debi A. Bently, Deputy Clerk, Region of Durham advising of the
foIlowing notices of Development Charges By-laws:
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Notice of the passing of a by-law regarding Development Charges
Notice of the passing of a new area specific by-law regarding
Development Charges for water supply service for the Carruthers
Creek Development Area
Notice of the passing of a new area specific by-law regarding
Development Charges for sanitary sewerage works for the
Carruthers Creek Development Area.
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All enquiries regarding these by-laws should be directed to R.J. Clapp,
Commissioner of Finance.
(Received for Information)
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Association of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario, notice that the
AMCTO and other associations have been requesting extension of the
July 31 st date for education taxes. The Province of Ontario recognizes the
logistical difficulties in the property tax billing situation. AMCTO is
please to inform its members that the July 31 st deadline is being extended
to the earlier of August 31 or 30 days after final 1998 adjustments have
been billed.
(Received for Information)
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News Release from the Central Lake Ontario Conservation advising that
they, in partnership with Ontario Beetles will be releasing 5000 purple
loosestrife eating beetles at Cranberry Marsh to control the loosestrife
plant population in the marsh. The beetles effectively reduce the density
of purple loosestrife by reducing shoot growth, preventing or delaying
flowering and reducing seed production. As the numbers of plants
decrease, the beetles move to other stands of loosestrife and eventually
would feed along the Lynde Creek. Since these biocontrol agents never
completely eradicate the plant, there will always be food source for
remaining beetle populations. The release will take place on Thursday,
August 5, 1999 at 9:00 a.m. at the Lynde Shores C.A. Parking Lot.
(Received for Information)
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News Release from the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority
advising that the Aquatic Resource Technicians are zapping local
waterways to investigate the fish communities in the Bowmanville/Soper
Creek Watershed. Electrofishing is just one of the data collection
techniques completed at each of the sites and involves the use of a
backpack unit that emits an electric current into the water. The electrical
shock stuns fish long enough for them to be netted and placed in special
storage unit. The shock is not harmful to the fish and the storage reduces
the level of stress experienced by the fish. The fish revive in a few
seconds then are grouped according to species, measured, counted and
released. This is the second year of a two year program where Authority
staff are studying 55 sites to gather data for the Bowmanville/Soper Creek
Watershed Aquatic Resources Management Plan (ARMP).
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Pierre S. Pettigrew, Minister of Human Resources Development, advising
that the Government of Canada takes the Municipality of Clarington's
petition concerning the Employment Insurance Program very seriously
and that it will continue to review, through the Employment Insurance
Monitoring and Assessment Reports, how new labour market
developments are affecting the benefits and services provided by the
program and how its role relates to programs provided by other levels of
government.
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Mardelle Braine, Clerk-Treasurer, Village of Bobcaygeon, advising that
the Village of Bobcaygeon supports the resolution from the Township of
Manvers that the Kawartha Conservation Authority be advised that
support will not be given to the Authority for taking on any downloading
services of other government agencies that would result in the necessity of
hiring more staff or causing an increase in present staff hours.
(Received for Information)
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John Wiersma, President and CEO, 1362708 Ontario Inc., 1920 Bayly
Street, Pickering, 11 W 3R6, advising that the new utility formed by the
municipalities of Ajax, Clarington and Pickering has been registered as
1362708 Ontario Inc. A new name for the corporation is expected to be
announced shortly. The assets, liabilities and employees will be
transferred by the municipalities to the new corporation by means of a
Transfer By-law on November 1,1999. Mr. Wiersma enclosed a copy of
the Common Share Certificate and an original executed copy of the
Merger and Shareholder Agreement.
(Received for Information)
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Minutes of a meeting of the Clarington Museums/Clarke Museum and
Archives Board of Directors held on September 7, 1999.
(Received for Information)
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Ian D. Macnab, General Manager/Secretary/Treasurer, Kawartha
Conservation Authority advising that they are in receipt of the Township
ofVerulam's resolution made on July 19, 1999, supporting the position of
the Township of Manvers, namely Kawartha Conservation should not take
on any down loading of government services or new projects. Kawartha
Conservation Authority notes that the Township ofVerulam may not have
had the benefit of their July 8th correspondence that clarifies the issues
raised by Manvers. Concluding statements from this correspondence,
which was copied to all municipalities and municipal representatives on
Kawartha Conservation, are as follows:
. They are only interested in pursuing activities that relate to their
mandate of resource management within the watershed.
. They have no intention of doing work for MNR without
compensation.
. All activities are determined by vote at the Board of Directors.
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Surely Verulam Council would not object to the Board of Directors of
Kawartha Conservation deciding to take on work previously performed by
other government agencies, if such work assisted municipal planning
requirements or involved the operation of water management works, and if
such work resulted in a net financial benefit to Kawartha Conservation.
Perhaps now understanding the position of Kawartha Conservation and the
misinterpretation upon which the original Manvers resolution was based,
Council might wish to reconsider their position.
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Media Release from the Visual Arts Centre of Clarington, P.O. Box 52,
143 Simpson Avenue, Bowmanville, L I C 3K8 notifying Council of a
series of drawings and accompanying text by Sudbury artist Doug
Donley, on exhibit in the Mill Gallery from August 22 to
September 12, 1999. Donley has created a contemporary bestiary by
using a computer word search mechanism to compile all of the references
to mythical and real animals that occur in the King James version of the
Bible. Viewers are challenged to explore questions relating to a Judeo-
Christian context for humans and the animal kingdom, given that animals
are the "unsung observers of human history" (artist statement) and that
the "Our Kingdom" has ironic overtones.
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Media Release, The Visual Arts Centre ofClarington, P.O. Box 52,
143 Simpson Avenue, Bowmanville, LlC 3K8 announcing the 19th annual
Juried Fine Arts. The Visual Arts Centre invites artists to enter its last
juried show of the century. Works in a wide variety of media can be
entered in this competitive event which showcases artistic talent from
across the province. Artists may also send slides to be placed before the
juror. If accepted, the actual works are to be delivered by September 25.
The show provides a forum and introduction for new faces, as well as the
opportunity for more experienced artists to show new works.
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News Release from Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority issuing
a warning that inappropriate sexual activity will not be tolerated at Lynde
Shores Conservation Area and any persons caught will be prosecuted.
Young families, school groups and individuals wishing to enjoy the
natural environment use this area and they should not be subjected to this
type of activity. The problem of inappropriate sexual activity is not new at
Lynde Shores and the Authority has been trying to address the problem
with a number of management techniques. To date the Authority has
made the parking lot more visible by removing a berm, defined the
authorized trail system and fenced off the unauthorized trails that have
been used for these activities. "We are working with the Durham
Regional Police to assist us in bringing this problem to an end," stated
Sandra Hanson, Director of Corporate Services. "With the completion of
the Lynde Shores Management Plan we have been able to define an
official trail system for the public to use and anyone found off the official
trails will be subject to a fine of up to $1,000."
(Received for Information)
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Sam Synard, President, Federation of Canadian Municipalities calling for
applications to the ACT Program; and distribution of new documents. The
fifteenth selection round for this national housing program is now
underway. The deadline for submission of applications is
November I, 1999. To date, over $1,494.500 has been provided to
facilitate demonstration projects many of which have led to new accepted
standards. The Affordability and Choice Today (ACT) Program was
recently extended for three years. A letter of intent can be submitted by
September 8, 1999 for review by the National Management Committee.
This committee is comprised of representative ofFCM, the Canadian
Housing and Renewal Association and the Canadian Home Builders'
Association and CMHC which is also the funder. FCM administers the
program on behalf of the other associations. The Program provides grants
of up to $20,000 to municipalities, builders, housing agencies and
developers to construct housing which demonstrates innovations in
planning, design and construction technology and up to $10,000 to
develop and test innovative ideas for streamlining and speeding up the
approval process, all with the intent of making housing more affordable.
A current priority is to support projects which involve construction and
renovation.
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Correspondence from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario
advising of the changes to the Ontario's Drive Clean program for
emissions testing on trucks and heavy duty vehicles to incorporate a
transition period which provides for flexibility in vehicle emission
certificate registration and permit renewal dates. According to a Ministry
of Environment News Release issued September 3, owners of heavy duty
diesel vehicles in Ontario must now have valid emissions certificates in
place by January IS, 2000, instead of the previous September 30, 1999
deadline. This will allow vehicle owners including municipalities to
renew vehicle permits after September 30,1999 without a Drive Clean
emissions certificate, provided that the certificate is obtained by the
January 15, 2000 deadline. The transition period also applies to non-
diesel vehicles (powered by gasoline, propane or natural gas) that are more
than three model years old in the Greater Toronto Area and the Region of
Hamilton-Wentworth.
(Received for Information)
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Minutes of a meeting of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority
held on June 17, 1999.
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Correspondence received from Rural Ontario Municipal Association and
Ontario Good Roads Association advising that plans for the 2000
Combined ROMAlOGRA Conferences are going well. The first mailing,
including a preliminary program and information on booking
accommodation, is scheduled for September 24th and should arrive in
municipalities during the first week of October. They would like to take
this opportunity to point out that OGRA and ROMA have NOT combined
as organizations. The ROMA and OGRA conferences will be held during
the same dates at the Royal York Hotel, and the programs will be
integrated. But each organization will have its own Annual General
Meeting and elections during the combined conferences. ROMA will
continue to be the Rural Causcus of AMO, and OGRA will continue as the
transportation voice for Ontario's municipalities. The program sessions
will reflect the issues and interests of both organizations.
(Received for Information)
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Angelo DiFrancesco, Area Program Director, Kinark Child and Family
Services, 1916 Dundas Street East, Unit 2, Whitby, LlN 2L6 forwarding
a thank you to the Municipality of Clarington and the Advance Funding
selection panel for the' grant given to Kinark toward the Kinark Diversity
Weekend Programs at the Kinark Outdoor Centre.
(Received for Information)
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Novina Wong, City Clerk, City of Toronto advising of a resolution passed
by the City of Toronto in July 1999 asfollows:
"WHEREAS the FCM-inspired $8.3 billion, six-year Canada
Infrastructure Works Program (CIWP) - described by Prime
Minister Jean Chretien at the FCM 1998 Annual Conference, as
". .. one of the proudest achievements of our government" -
exceeded original projects, funding 17,000 projects that created
assets of lasting value and generated more than 130,000 short-term
jobs, and set a new standard for intergovernmental cooperation in
Canada; and
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WHEREAS the CIWP could not fully address Canada's long-term
infrastructure needs given the extent ofthe problem revealed in
various FCM studies completed between 1985 and 1996; and
WHEREAS the City of Toronto has benefited from the CIWP but
still has a number of outstanding infrastructure projects which it
cannot finance out of municipal revenues alone; and
WHEREAS FCM is dedicated to improving the quality of life in
all communities; and
WHEREAS the Millennium budget offers an opportunity for
achieving an improved quality oflife and ensuring sustainable
communities; and
WHEREAS the FCM National Board of Directors has endorsed a
new long-term national infrastructure program with environmental
benefits as a component of a sustainable communities strategy; and
WHEREAS the FCM proposal, with the theme "Clean Air, Clean
Water, Clean Soil", calls for flexibility to accommodate equally
the needs of rural/small communities and large municipalities,
supporting:
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waste management systems (waste diversion, product
stewardship, upgrading landfill sites, methane capture,
upgrading incineration technology to meet new
requirements for dioxins and furans and mercury
emissions);
water efficiency (water conservation, sewage upgrades to
reduce contaminants in water effluent and water treatment
alternatives such as settling ponds and wetlands);
energy efficiency (alternative energy sources, energy
efficiency, vehicle emissions testing, and public transit);
mobility (investment in road repair and upgrades,
commuter rail, and advanced technology public transit like
Ballard Fuel Cell buses); and
main-street and urban core renewal; and
WHEREAS such investments will create jobs, reduce pollution,
save taxpayers money resulting from reduced health and
environmental damage, improve the efficiency of the economy and
make Canada more competitive, productive and innovative; and
WHEREAS Canada is a leader in environmental technologies;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City of Toronto
endorses the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' (FCM) call
for a long-term national core municipal infrastructure program
highlighting environmental benefits, in the federal Millennium
Budget; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the City of Toronto,
through letters, personal meetings and/or other communications,
will urge local Members of Parliament to support FCM's
Millennium Budget proposal and to communicate their support to
the Minister of Finance; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the City of Toronto
through letters, personal meetings and/or other communications,
will urge the Prime Minister, the Minister of Finance, other
members of the federal Cabinet and members of the Government
of Ontario to support FCM's Millennium Budget proposal; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the City of Toronto will
communicate the urgent need for a new municipal infrastructure
program with environmental benefits to neighbouring
communities; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the City of Toronto will
communicate to local media and the public our support for FCM's
Millennium Budget proposal.
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Ramona Kaptyn, Executive Director, The Smile Trust/National Kid's Day,
c/o Retail Council of Canada, 121 Bloor Street East, Suite 1210, Toronto,
M4W 3M5 thanking the Municipality of Clarington for proclaiming June
12, 1999 as the 2nd Annual National Kids' Day and requesting support
again next year on June 10, 2000. National Kids' Day celebrates children
and tells them the special place they hold in our lives, in our hearts, and in
our society. It is also a day for corporations, governments, organizations,
retailers, individuals, families, and even kids, to raise money for our
Canadian children in need. Money raised this year will go to causes that
kids themselves chose in our 1999 National Poll and Essay Writing
Contest.
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Durham Countryside Adventure, 14920 Old Scugog Road, Blackstock,
LOB IBO thanking the Municipality for our sponsorship of the 1999
Durham Countryside Adventure. The Durham Countryside Adventure
attracts people from several regions, heightening their awareness of
Durham's rural heritage and skills. Educating the public is one of the key
components to the success of the agricultural industry. They hope that
through this event their visitors will develop a better understanding and
appreciation of the agricultural community in Durham Region.
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Press Release from Clarington Museums/The Clarke Museum & Archives,
7086 Old Kirby School Road, Kirby advising that the Finance/Fundraising
Committee are looking for local entertainers, musicians, buskers, jugglers
and clowns for their Harvest Hallowe'en Luminary event on Saturday,
October 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This year, the committee has
expanded the Luminary by adding four more activities. However, they are
also seeking local talent who would like to take part in this unique event.
This is a family oriented event based on traditional celebrations of the fall
and harvest season. The event's primary focus is children but all ages will
find the Luminary fun and exciting.
(Received for Information)
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Village ofOmemee, P.O. Box 1000, I King Street West, Omemee,
KOL 2WO, regarding the Steering Committee of the six Municipalities
appealing the 1999 Kawartha Region Conservation Authority Levy. The
purpose of the memo is to explain the position and concerns discussed by
the Appealing Municipalities with respect to the KRCA Budget. It is the
position of the six municipalities that this process is totally divorced and
separate from the Dissolution Process although there have been several
references to this made by the Executive Committee and staff. This is an
appeal of the Budget (Levy) passed by the KRCA at their Board of
Directors meeting on February 24, 1999. It is their belief that the process
was flawed and the budget approved improperly. The six Appealing
Municipalities continue to support Conservation and any attempt to
intimate anything else is not only unfair but also irresponsible.
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Glenn Butt, Mosport International Raceway, 3233 Concession Road 10,
Bowmanville, L1C 3K6 advising Council that on August 23, 1999
Mosport International Raceway is proud to welcome Lucent Technologies
as a new corporate sponsor. Already involved in team sponsorship,
Lucent Technologies will present the Canadian Formula Ford
Championship Series and the Canada G.T. Challenge Cup Series events as
part of the UAPINAPA - Canadian Auction Group 250 CAS CAR
weekend August 27-29,1999. Lucent Technologies, headquarters in
Murray Hill, New Jersey, designs, builds and delivers a wide range of
public and private networks, communications systems and software, date
networking systems, business telephone systems and microelectronics
components. Bell Labs is the research and development arm for the
company. In Canada, Lucent is headquartered in Toronto and has 780
employees in major centres across the country.
(Received for Information)
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FCM, Community Leaders Partnership Program, c/o Marie-Helene
Levesque, 24 Clarence Street, Ottawa, KIN SP3, advising that on
September 2, 1999, in Ottawa The Community Leaders Partnership
Program (CLPP) recently received the news of its renewed funding for its
1999-2000 edition. The Government of Canada, through Minister Sheila
Copps' Canadian Heritage Department, is contributing $6S0,000.00 to
FCM's Canadian exchange program. The main objective ofCLPP is to
promote cooperation and understanding in the areas of economic, social
and cultural, and linguistic development among Canadians. To reach this
objective, CLPP fosters the creation oflinks among community leaders
form municipal governments, business, youth, ethnic and cultural groups
from across the country with their counterparts in other provinces. The
exchange visits allows the travelling delegates to share knowledge and
expertise about common problems and challenges and create a network of
community leaders from coast to coast. They invite our community to
participate in this millennium edition of the Community Leaders
Partnership Program.
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Sheila Keating-Nause, Policy and Resolutions, Federation of Canadian
Municipalities inviting members to submit resolutions on subjects of
national municipal interest for debate at the December 1999 meeting of
FCM's National Board of Directors. FCM will take a stand only on issues
which are clearly of national municipal interest and which fall within the
jurisdiction of the federal government, the provincial and territorial
governments acting at the interprovincial level, or FCM itself. Indirect
municipal issues and local/regional issues will not be supported by major
research and lobbying activity, unless otherwise directed by the Annual
Conference or by FCM's National Board of Directors. Resolutions should
meet the guidelines and should be received by FCM no later than October
29, 1999 for presentation to FCM's National Board of Directors at its
meeting on December 4, 1999. Resolutions received after the deadline
will be processed for the March 2000 meeting of the National Board of
Directors. At the FCM 1999 Annual Conference, a Consent Agenda
format was used, whereby suitable resolutions as selected by the
appropriate Standing Committee, were presented as a Category "A"
Consent Agenda and voted in a block. This Consent Agenda format will
be used at all Board meetings.
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Mark J. Majchrowski, Bilogist, Kawartha Conservation Authority,
277 Kenrei Road, R.R. #1, Lindsay, K9V 4RI, presenting the 1998 Water
Quality Report. The information gathered by their samplers and obtained
from other sources has shown fairly good water quality. However, a few
"hot spots" have also been identified, such as the Pigeon River at
Omemee, Gull River in Coboconk and Scugog River downstream of
Lindsay. These sites were also identified in 1997 as "hot spots". The
results for the 1999 samplings will be used to further determine if the
areas identified are really problem areas, or due to particularly poor water
quality years. This report is the result of dedicated volunteers and
financial sponsors, who have made a commitment to both monitor the
water quality of the Kawarthas and to work on improving it where it is
required.
(Received for Information)
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Kenneth Cousineau, CAE, Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks
and Treasurers of Ontario updating the Municipality on their activities
regarding municipal services and the Year 2000. AMCTO has been
pursuing a course of action informing members of the significance of the
Year 2000 issue. The Ministry of Solicitor General has been holding
Emergency Planning workshops throughout the province over the last few
months ensuring municipalities have plans in place to be able to respond
to any emergency level event that might occur as a result of information
systems failure. Given the time remaining, AMCTO is recommending
that municipalities find ways to share information and contingency plans,
along with other solutions, with each other enabling the municipal sector
to be able to respond in the most efficient and effective manner. The use
of municipal web sites and county, district or region-wide information
sessions may be useful in helping each other to be successful. As of
September 22, 1999 there are 100 days till the new millennium. On
September 21 and 22, one day seminars are being held in Hamilton and
London. The seminars are designed to help us and our municipality in the
area of "Municipal Risk Impact Assessment". These seminars are based
on AMCTO's Y2K Business Continuity Planning and Communications
Manual. If our municipality is behind in planning, or wishes to keep
posted on recent municipal developments, these seminars will be of high
value to us and our staff.
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In addition, AMCTO has compiled information on the consulting firms
that it used in the preparation of.the Y2K Business Continuity Planning
and Communications Manual and the presentation of its seminars. These
firms could be used to augment local resources in business continuity
planning and communication.
(Received for Information)
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David 1. Sterrett, President, The Ontario Aggregate Resources
Corporation, 5805 Whittle Road, Unit 210, Mississauga, L4Z 2Jl,
providing a copy of the 1998 Annual Report of The Ontario Aggregate
Resources Corporation for our review. The Ontario Aggregate Resources
Corporation (TOARC) was created in 1997 by way of agreement between
the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) and the Aggregate
Producers Association of Ontario (APAO). The Corporation acts as
Trustee for the Aggregate Resources Trust and carries out many functions
formerly undertaken by the MNR, including the collection of aggregate
licence fees and the disbursement ofthose monies to municipal
government. The report provides a detailed account of the Corporation's
financial affairs for 1998, outlines the ongoing accomplishments of the
Trust in the rehabilitation of former aggregate sites (through MAAP) and
reports on the distribution of license fees to municipalities.
(Received for Information)
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A.P. Robinson, Director, Bus Services, GO Transit, 20 Bay Street, Suite
600, Toronto, M5J 2E3 updating Council on the progress of the
Newcastle GO Bus service. Mr. Robinson states that they are now
carrying approximately 78-80 passengers per day, on average. While not
a major number of boardings, it is however indicative of a steady and
loyal ridership capable of future growth as the area develops. This is an
extension of an existing route and the major portion of the ridership
occurs in Bowmanville and Highway 2, plus the fact this service
extension was made possible from the trip time saving created last
September.
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Association of Municipalities of Ontario, advising that the
September 30, 1999 notification deadline is to be extended regarding
ambulance services. The current legislation provides that a designated
municipality must notify the Province by September 30, 1999 outlining
who will be delivering the services. If they do not meet the September
deadline, they will be in a default position which means that current
operators will remain for a year. This would not give the municipality the
ability to design efficiencies or cost savings. On March 23, 1999, the
Province, as part of its announcement of a new 50/50 cost sharing
approach for ambulance, agreed to extend for one year the January I, 2000
deadline for the transfer of the service. This was done to accommodate
the additional time municipalities needed to receive and work with
recently released provincial data and service standards. It also was to
provide relief for those concerned with Y2K issues related to assumption
on January 1,2000. Unfortunately, the status of the September 30th
deadline for the notification was not clarified in the announcement. As a
result, municipalities did not know what was expected of them, or what
the implications would be if they did, or did not meet the September
deadline. Deputy Minister Jeff Lozon advised that the government is
intending to propose an amendment to the Ambulance Act to allow
municipalities to select an operator during 2000. AMO will be working
with Ministry of Health to ensure that the legislation provides the needed
flexibility. They will also be requesting that all parties at Queen's Park
allow swift passage of the government's amendments when they are
introduced so that more certainty is brought to the transition process as
soon as possible. AMO has already notified provincial officials of the
need for an immediate meeting of the Land Ambulance Implementation
Steering Committee.
(Received for Information)
Correspondence from Sam 1. Cureatz, Barrister and Solicitor, 104 James
Street West, Newcastle, LlB IC6 regarding Hale rezoning application,
Part Lot 8, Concession 1, former Township of Clarke. Mr. Cureatz is
advising that his clients will no longer be pursuing rezoning of the said
property for any use other than residential. Therefore, please proceed with
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Kawartha Region
Downloading of
Services
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Resolution #C-528-99
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 8 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
D.M. Peggy Whitteker, Clerk Treasurer, Township of Manvers, advising
ofa resolution passed by the Township of Manvers as follows:
"THAT the Kawartha Conservation Authority be advised that
Manvers Township does not support their Authority taking on any
downloading services of other government agencies that would
result in the necessity of hiring more staff or causing an increase in
present staff hours; and
Further that no new projects should be approved as suggested in
the KRCA EC#4/99 minutes that are outside the authority's
mandate; and
Further a copy of this resolution be forwarded to all KRCA
member municipalities."
Resolution #C-529-99
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Kawartha Conservation be advised that the Municipality of
Clarington encourages the Authority to continue to investigate new
projects as the Board of Directors sees fit, in keeping with the overall
mandate of conservation throughout the watershed; and
THAT copies of this resolution be forwarded to all Kawartha
Conservation member municipalities.
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International
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Ralph Goodale, Minister of Natural Resources Canada, responding to the
Municipality of Cia ring ton's letter dated April 28, 1998, regarding
International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) project in
Canada. The Government of Canada has joined with Ontario Power
Generation Inc., the Ontario government and private-sector sponsors to
provide financial help to ITER Canada's operating budget in the next three
years. The federal contribution is $1 million per year for each of the next
three years. ITER Canada will be devoting its efforts in the next three
years to preparing a bid to host the project. The federal contribution is
directed toward defraying the operating expenses incurred for the bid
preparation. The federal government is also committed to ensuring that
ITER Canada has full access to the international bidding process.
Resolution #C-530-99
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 15 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Carole Seysmith, Second March Stewardship Coordinator, Friends of
Second Marsh, 206 King Street East, P.O. Box 26066, RPO King Street,
Oshawa, L1H 8R4, thanking the municipality for the financial support that
has been provided for the Second Marsh Watershed Stewardship Program
this year. With this support, they successfully leveraged an additional
$2,000 in matching funds for the Federal government's EcoAction2000
grant program which will be turned back into our stewardship efforts in
the Municipality. In June, they received an additional $30,000 under the
Provincial Advance Lottery Funding Program which will allow for them
to accomplish significant stream restoration and protection efforts in the
Watershed, with an emphasis in the communities of Solina and Courtice.
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Smog Alert -
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Resolution #C-531-99
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 18 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Tony Clement, Minister of the Environment advising that whenever smog
conditions in Ontario are forecast to rise to dangerous levels, the Ministry
of Environment issues a provincial smog alert to notify local public health
officers and the general public and to urge them to take appropriate action.
The provincial alert describes the air problem and its potential
consequences, and also suggests the steps that individuals, local
governments and businesses can take to minimize its effects and reduce
emissions that add to the immediate problem. Local response to
provincial smog alerts is mixed. Some communities already have air
quality management plans in place and routinely take effective actions to
alert their residents and curb their local smog-causing emissions. Some
are developing plans, while others seem more content to wait the problem
out. The fact is, however, that excessive smog levels represent a known
public health and environmental hazard, and we need to do a better job of
dealing with the problem when it arises. To help municipalities
throughout the province deal more effectively with poor air quality
conditions, MOE has prepared a publication, entitled Smog Alert - A
Municipal Response Guide. The document is intended as a practical tool
for staff of municipal and regional governments, and offers suggestions on
how to set up an effective municipal smog response program that will help
communities.
Resolution #C-532-99
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 33 be received for information.
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Durham
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Duncan Read, Executive Director, Social Development Council, 132A
Commercial Avenue, Ajax, LlS 2HS inviting Mayor and two additional
members from Council and a member of senior staff to attend the Durham
Community Wellness F orum, Wednesday, October I, 1999, at the Whitby
Mental Health Centre. The Forum will be from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Forum is just one of the crucial stages of the Durham Region
Community Wellness Study - a multi-phases, multi-dimensional research
project that is examining "community wellness" in Durham Region and its
eight municipalities. Since April ofthis year, the study team has
facilitated 16 Focus Groups, interviewed over 1,000 Durham residents,
and mailed over SOO questionnaires to "key informants". This study is to
be a companion to the current Economic Study of Durham Region, being
conducted for DREDAC. This study is to look at the Community
Wellness of each of the eight municipalities, and roll those results together
to present a perspective ofthe Region as it reaches the quarter century.
They believe that the Municipality of Clarington needs to be participants
in this endeavour, as it is clear that our community will look to their local
government as a strong partner in the search for solutions to these
challenges.
Resolution #C-S33-99
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 44 be received for information.
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Plan of Action
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l.S. Gilchrist, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, announcing a
plan of action for local restructuring in the regional municipalities of
Haldimand-Norfolk, Hamilton-Wentworth, Ottawa-Carleton and Sudbury.
A multitude of studies, debates and discussions have failed to produce
significant changes in those regions, and the province has decided to play
a leadership role intended to ensure that a local solution is in place in time
for the next municipal election. This decision is based on the Ontario
government's commitment to easing the burden on local taxpayers by
reducing the number, size and cost of municipal government across the
province. The plan of action allows for a 90-day period of local
discussion, consultation and study. A Special Advisor will be appointed
for each region, who will have 60 days to consult with the affected
municipalities, local taxpayers, businesses and other key stakeholders and
to review all restructuring proposals. The Special Advisor will be required
to submit recommendations to Mr. Gilchrist immediately following the
review. The Ontario government intends to introduce legislation to
formalize and implement the final restructuring proposals for these four
regions shortly after the recommendations are received from the Special
Advisor. Subject to the approval of the Legislature, the necessary
legislation will be in place prior to the upcoming municipal elections in
November 2000. The situation is somewhat different for the four regional
municipalities within the Greater Toronto Area. The Greater Toronto
Services Board's review ofa number ofGTA issues is not scheduled to be
completed until December 2000. Recommendations about the structure of
municipal government in the GTA could flow from this review.
Resolution #C-534-99
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I -55 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
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Resolution #C-535-99
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda with the
exception of Items D - I, D - 4 through D -13 inclusive, D - 15, D - 17,
D - 18, D - 20, D - 22, D - 28, D - 29, D - 32 and D - 34.
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Peter Davis, President, Central Ontario Branch, The Kidney Foundation of
Canada, requesting the support of the Municipality of Clarington. They
are confident that, with our support, The Kidney Foundation of Canada
can continue to fund Canadian researchers in their efforts to find answers
to the following questions:
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What causes acid build-up in some people's kidneys creating
malfunction?
How does increased pressure in the kidneys' blood vessels cause
renal failure?
How does renal transplantation affect children and adolescents
psychosocially and emotionally?
Why do diabetes, hypertension and immune deficiencies damage
the kidney?
(Advise of Municipality's grant process)
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Susan Sawyer, Hamiltons Insurance Service Ltd., Main Street, P.O. Box
309, Orono, LOB IMO, forwarding a thank you letter for our help with the
Canada Day Parade. They are requesting to book July 1,2000 now.
There are lots of folks with good ideas for that day and in fact the whole
weekend already. They are requesting to book now is possible, even just
to be sure ofthe one day, the Friday.
(Approved provided organizers apply for
and obtain a road occupancy permit)
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Sally Barrie, Administrator, Durham Region Community Care
Association, 26 Beech Avenue, Bowmanville, LlC 3A2 as part ofa
recruitment campaign, Community Care is appealing directly to the local
community for volunteers. They are in need of volunteers, specifically for
the Meals on Wheels and Transportation programs as the demand for these
services is increasing at a tremendous rate. It was suggested that an insert
in the interim residential tax bill would be an excellent way to reach local
households. Ms. Barrie had a conversation with the tax department
regarding an insert in the 2000 interim residential tax bill. They would be
using an 8 'l2 x 11" poster that is being produced by a local marketing
agency for Community Care. A sample of the poster will be available in
late August and she would be glad to provide a copy as soon as they are
ready.
(Staff directed to investigate the opportunity
for the 2000 tax bill and insert if feasible)
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Correspondence from Kim Jobe, 3505 Reid Road, Newtonville, LOA 110
requesting that the Municipality of CJarington look long and hard at the
potential disasters that lurk in the shadows if a "dump" is allowed to
operate in Newtonville. Ms. Jobe has lived in the area for ten years.
During this time, she has come to love this area and thinks of it as home.
It is an absolutely spectacular area in which to reside. She is close enough
to the city to commute to work and yet she still has the beauty that only
the country can offer. This community has already indicated, very
definitely, that it does not want a "dump" ruining their little pieces of
paradise. The Municipality has already agreed that this area is not suitable
for such purposes. They thought that this was a "dead issue", it was given
a decent burial and laid to rest. Why is it that this "dump" has even been
given the opportunity to rise from the dead and haunt us?
(Correspondence referred to the Planning
and Development Department)
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Trudie Reid, Executive Director, AIDS Committee of Durham, Suite 305,
209 Dundas Street East, Whitby, LlN 7H8 request that the week of
November 22 to 30,1999 be proclaimed as AIDS Awareness Week.
AIDS Awareness Week will end with World AIDS Day on December 1.
In Durham Region this agency is the only AIDS service organization.
They work with any resident of Durham Region who is infected or
affected by HIV. They would feel well supported by Council if we would
proclaim that the Municipality ofClarington recognizes the week of
November 22 - 30 as AIDS Awareness Week.
(Proclaimed)
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Correspondence from Jim, Kathy, Rebecca, Laura and Michael Hisson,
4146 4th Concession Road, Orono, LOB IMO advising that they are very
concerned about the proposed Clarington Waste Processing Ltd. and what
this might mean for their family and their community. They have resided
in Clarington for twenty years, having previously lived in Toronto. As
parents, they have always felt that raising their three children in this rural
area offers far more benefits that those offered by an urban setting.
Health, Safety and Happiness are their family goals. This "dump", should
it be approved, directly affects two of their goals - health and safety and
indirectly, their happiness. All their drinking water is obtained from a
well. It is quite probable that their groundwater and surface water will be
contaminated which will, in turn, also affect crops and livestock. Safety
has always been an important issue to the Hissons and that is why they are
actively involved in the Block Parent Program. This "dump", should it be
approved, would create heavy truck traffic on our rural roads. Heavy
truck traffic, rolling hills, no sidewalks and rural roads together all spell
UNSAFE. Please do NOT allow this expansion to take place causing
further destruction to the environment and to their family and other
families like theirs in this community.
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Correspondence from Richard and Darlene Dallaire, 4418 Highway 2,
Newtonville, LOA 110 regarding the "proposed" dump site in Newtonville.
They are residents of this beautiful little village and are opposed to this
planned site. They chose to move their young family out of the city to
escape all the hustle and bustle of traffic, and from the smog and smell of
pollution. Now, all the beauty and cleanliness of our community is being
jeopardized. They as residents of this community are taking a stand and
fighting for "NO DUMP!" They love their community, and will do all
that they can to protect its natural beauty.
(Correspondence referred to the Planning
and Development Department)
D-24
Correspondence from Ronald and Peggy Frank, 4805 Concession Road 4,
N ewtonville, LOA 110 expressing their disgust at having to address the
subject of a landfill site in the Newtonville area ONCE AGAIN. They are
tired of being involved in this garbage situation. Nothing has changed
since expansion was denied a number of times, and as recently as 1990.
The draft copy of the landfill proposal application indicates this will
benefit Clarington. It was indicated to them that this is incorrect
information. This appears to be a private consortium strictly in the
business of making money. They ask for our assurance, in writing, that
this application for the landfill expansion will be given the same treatment
as ALL previous proposals and DENIED.
(Correspondence referred to the Plarming
and Development Department)
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Correspondence from Les Jagoda resigning from both the Committee of
Adjustment and the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory
Committee. He will be working out-if-town on a contract basis that
requires considerable field work and late afternoon and early evening
meetings with clients.
(Mr. Jagoda thanked for his efforts and
correspondence referred to the Clerk's
Department for vacancies to be filled)
D-26
Roger Leetooze, Public Relation, The Royal Canadian Legion,
Bowmanville Branch, requesting that Council proclaim September 19 to
25 Legion Week in Clarington. Each year during the last week of
September the Royal Canadian Legion holds Legion Week. This is an
opportunity to see more of the Legion and what they do.
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Jack Sochacki, Club Vice-president, Polonus Sports Club, 214 Thickson
Road South, Whitby, LlN 2El requesting permission to use part of
Enfield Road (from Durham Road 3 up to the next intersection north of it
in the town of Enfield) on September 19, 1999 for the Provincial Time
Trial Championships. The riders would travel the course separately
obeying the traffic rules.
(Approved request provided organizers
apply for and obtain a Road Occupancy
Permit)
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Terry Caswell, Committee of Clarke Constituents, P.O. Box 20028,
Newcastle, LIB 1M3 advising that the Committee is against the proposed
"expansion" of the Clarington Waste Processing Centre's landfill. They
hope that Council arranges to settle the Deferrals 19 and 39 to the
Municipal Plan to refer the sites to that for which they were originally
intended, agricultural use.
(Correspondence referred to the Planning
and Development Department)
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Correspondence from Mr. Lynn Pearce, R.R. #1, Newtonville, LOA 110
advising of his concerns regarding the proposed expansion of the garbage
dump site by the Clarington Waste Processing Centre Ltd on the Hale
property in N ewtonville. This is the third time in the last 15 years that the
citizens of this community have come together to fight the creation and
expansion of a landfill site on this property and in their neighbourhood.
Mr. Pearce states that personally, the thought ofa 50 acre, 10 story high
pile of garbage directly across the road gives him ample worry. This will
be the source oflitter, noise from the heavy truck traffic six days a week,
dust, vermin, and odor. The quality oftheir lives in this community will
be drastically compromised. Real estate agents have already stated that
property values have dropped down around 25%. But perhaps the most
important concern is the impact thousands of tons of garbage will have
upon the environment. Past expansion plans of the previous landfill site
have been turned down because this is an environmentally sensitive area.
There are two high pressure natural gas pipe lines running through the
property providing an underground pathway or conduit for any toxic
seepage to follow. Graham Creek also flows through the property. It has
already become an environmental casualty from the previous dump site.
The water way flows into Lake Ontario and it is also the spawning stream
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There is this ecological peril to consider. A spokesperson from the
Clarington Waste Processing Ltd. has assured them that their "technology"
will contain all leachate within the site. This is a dubious assertion at best.
This "technology" has not proven effective in other landfill sites. There is
a real threat to the surrounding water table and wells. A Region of
Durham, Report 92-P20 states: "This is land of complex hydro-geological
conditions." This land has been zoned agricultural and for good reason.
Its soil composition does not make it a very wise choice for a garbage
dump.
(Correspondence referred to the Planning
and Development Department)
Correspondence from Karen Carruthers, Planning Committee Member,
Enniskillen Community, 28 Sunny Ridge Trail, Enniskillen, requesting
cooperation from the Municipality of Clarington to hold a B.B.Q. on
Saturday, September 18, 1999. They will need the road closed between
4:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
(Approved request provided organizers
apply for and obtain a Road Occupancy
Permit)
Gary E. Banks, Alswell Supply Limited, 1405 King Street East, Courtice,
LlE 2J6, requesting that King Street east of Townline Road be left as is.
Mr. Banks is the owner of the Plaza just east of Tim Hortons on the south
side of King Street consisting of the Royal Bank, Barnabys Restaurant,
Goodes Hardware and offices. On July 14, 1999 Mr. Banks met with Ron
Trewin, Project Engineer at the Works Department, Transportation
Branch. Mr. Trewin informed him that he was doing further studies on the
road situation to be completed in late fall, 1999 with construction in the
spring of2000. Mr. Trewin showed Mr. Banks the existing studies of the
areas and that closure of entranceways and right turns was a sure thing
from Townline Road east to the entrance of the Shopping Mall on the
north side of King Street. Mr. Banks' feels that his Plaza will be the only
one affected by this restriction. To the west, the Plaza on the southeast
corner of King and Townline Road has access from Townline Road and
directly to the east ofMr. Banks' Plaza the BiWay will have access
directly across from the entrance to the Mall on the north side, giving both
the North Mall and this Plaza right and left turns. He is asking that
carefully consider be taken for his situation and leave King Street as it is.
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These problems will work out with time and traffic will respond
accordingly. Most motorists know when it is safe to make a left turn and
when it is not. There are only peak periods when this occurs and to
restrict left turns forever would place an undue burden on his Plaza.
Resolution #C-536-99
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item D - 13 be referred to the Director of Public
Works and the Director of Planing and Development.
"CARRIED"
Correspondence from Maureen Mumford, Secretary, Newcastle Village
Business Improvement Association, 20 King Street West, Unit 10,
Newcastle, LlB lH7, requesting the closure of King Street from Mill
Street to Church Street from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on October 2,1999, to
hold the Newcastle Fall Festival.
Resolution #C-537-99
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the request from the Newcastle Village Business Improvement
Association be approved provided the organizers apply for and obtain a
Road Occupancy Permit.
"CARRIED AS AMENDED
LATER IN THE MEETING"
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Resolution #C-538-99
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-537-99 be amended to included the area
of King Street from the top of the hill at the west end of the Village easterly
to the intersection of North/Baldwin Streets from 1 :30 p.m. to 3 :30 p.m. on
the same day.
"CARRIED"
The foregoing Resolution #C-537-99 was the put to a vote and "CARRIED
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Ellen R. Reed, Senior Approvals Officer, Approvals Branch, Ministry of
the Environment advising that they have received an application from the
Newcastle Recycling Limited for an amendment to Provisional Certificate
of Approval for a Waste Disposal Site located at Lot 12, Concession 3,
Municipality of Clarington. It is requested that the Works Department
make comments with respect to the application.
Resolution #C-539-99
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item D - 12 be referred to the Director of Public
Works.
"CARRIED AS AMENDED
LATER IN THE MEETING"
(SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION)
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Resolution #C-540-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-539-99 be amended by adding the
following thereto:
"and to the Director of Planning and Development".
"CARRIED"
The foregoing Resolution #C-539-99 was then put to a vote and CARRIED
AS AMENDED.
Judy A. Kay, Clerk-Treasurer, Township ofColborne advising ofa
resolution passed by the Township of Colborne on July 6, 1999, as
follows:
"WEREAS the Government of Ontario transferred, effective
January I, 1998, the Ontario Farm Tax Rebate program to the
lower tier level of (municipal) government by way of applying a
tax rate equal to 25% of the residential tax rate to all eligible
farmland and managed forest property within the municipality;
AND WHEREAS the Province of Ontario includes, in the Local
Services Realignment Costs and Revenues, a calculation which is
intended to reimburse municipalities the cost of the Farm Tax
Rebate and Managed Forest program via the Community
Reinvestment Fund;
AND WHEREAS the calculation completed by the Ministry of
Finance related to the cost of the Farm Tax Rebate and Managed
Forest program is based on previous years' information and
subsequently adjusted;
AND WHEREAS said calculation does not result in an accurate
reimbursement of said costs to the local municipality;
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NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Township ofColbome
hereby resolves that the Province of Ontario be petitioned that, in
order to simplify the existing process and in order to maintain a
system that accurately calculates and reflects the costs of the Farm
Tax Rebate and Managed Forest programs for the current year, the
Province incorporate necessary revisions to the system which
would allow municipalities to calculate the amount due, related to
the Farm Tax Rebate and Managed Forest Programs, and invoice
the Provincial Government for payment of said amount rather than
the cost of said program being calculated as part of and included as
an allowance in the Community Reinvestment Fund program;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be circulated to
all municipalities within the Province of Ontario for consideration
and support.
Resolution #C-541-99
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the resolution of the Township of Colbourne regarding the Farm Tax
Rebate and Managed Forest Programs be endorsed by the Council of the
Municipality of Clarington.
"CARRIED"
Bob Panizza, Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Town of Aurora
advising of a resolution passed by the Town of Aurora on June 24, 1999,
as follows:
"WHEREAS the Town of Aurora has over the past many years
shown fiscal prudence and to that end has no debt;
AND WHEREAS the Town of Aurora has grown in size, mainly
because of its location and also because of the overall good
planning of the community;
AND WHEREAS this planning has given priority to leisure time
and way oflife;
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AND WHEREAS all this has been accomplished with the principle
that all residential development pay for any required infrastructure
such as woodlots, parks for family use and land for active
participation, walkways, and other leisure activities such as
libraries, etc.;
AND WHEREAS all these and other town services such as fire,
works, etc. have all been provided at a reasonable cost to its citizen
taxpayers;
AND WHEREAS the town has undertaken a long term fiscal
impact analysis of projected population growth;
AND WHEREAS this document has shown that because of
changes in Provincial legislation existing Town residents are now
responsible to pay for a portion ofthe cost of new growth;
AND WHEREAS the cost estimated increase in taxes to citizens of
Aurora are expected to be 13% above present level, and that $23
million to $34 million may be necessary over the long term;
AND WHEREAS this is an unacceptable obligation to place on the
citizens of the Town of Aurora and to the elected Council that
represent them;
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED THAT all future residential
development be put on hold until such time as there is a resolution
to the financial cost to our citizens;
AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to the
Premier of the Province of Ontario and the Finance Minister and
the Minister of Municipal Affairs;
AND THAT the resolution be also forwarded to the UDI and all
Regional and County governments in Ontario, including the local
municipalities in the GT A;
AND THAT this resolution be circulated immediately to the above
mentioned governments and to all local newspapers and other
media;
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AND THAT this matter be referred to Staff for discussion with
interested parties and be brought to the August Council Meeting on
the 25th with comments to any alternative solution.
Resolution #C-542-99
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Correspondence Item D - 4 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
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Carolyn Lance, Committee Secretary, Town of Georgina, advising of a
resolution passed by the Town of Georgina as follows and requesting
endorsement of same:
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Endorsing the recommendations contained within
the "Verdict of Coroners Jury" with respect of the
inquest into the death of Courtney Trempe and
forward a copy of the resolution to Julia Munro,
M.P.P., York North, for information and
endorsement;
(2) Requesting that the Provincial Government
establish a working task force to review and
implement the recommendations contained within
the verdict by no later than September 30, 1999;
(3) Requesting that the Provincial Government
implement the recommended changes to the Dog
Owners Liability Act by no later than March 1,
2000;
(4) Requesting that the Provincial Government provide
funding for the establishment and development of
standardized training programs and information
resource tools such as pamphlets and video aids.
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Resolution #C-543-99
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Correspondence Item D - 5 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Brian Gregg, Chief Administrative Officer, Corporation of the County of
Essex advising of a resolution passed by the Corporation of the County of
Essex on June 6, 1999 as follows:
"WHEREAS there is a call for a long term national strategy on
municipal infrastructure renewal, involving all three levels of
government;
AND WHEREAS local governments are required to provide and
maintain infrastructure within their municipalities;
AND WHEREAS many municipalities continue to have a
significant number of infrastructure projects to be completed;
AND WHEREAS the need for new construction and maintenance
of existing infrastructure has placed substantial demands on
municipalities in Ontario as a consequence oflocal services
realignment and municipal restructuring initiatives;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the County of Essex
petition the Federal and Provincial governments to bring forward a
comprehensive infrastructure program for municipalities which
will be funded equally by the Federal, Provincial and Local
governments;
AND FURTHER, that copies of this resolution be circulated to the
Federation of Canadian Municipalities, the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario, Prime Minister of Canada, the Premier
of Ontario, all municipalities in Ontario and Essex County M.P.'s
and M.P.P.'s
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Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the resolution of the County of Essex regarding a comprehensive
infrastructure program for municipalities be endorsed by the Council of the
Municipality of Clarington.
"CARRIED"
Wayne Arthurs, Mayor, Town of Pickering advising of a resolution passed
by the Town of Pickering on June 21,1999 as follows:
"WHEREAS a number of municipalities and local stakeholders
had asked the federal Minister of Transport to not declare an
airport site on the federal lands in Pickering, Markham and
Uxbridge, so that further consultation could occur on the feasibility
of using alternatives to federal airport zoning regulations to protect
future options on the lands; and
WHEREAS Transport Canada agreed to not declare an airport site
at this time in order to enable further consultation with
municipalities and local stakeholders; and
WHEREAS on March 2, 1999, an initial "Stakeholders" meeting
was held in Pickering, at which meeting agreement was reached on
establishing a Technical Subcommitee to review alternatives to
federal airport zoning regulations in more detail; and
WHEREAS the Technical Subcommittee completed its review of
the alternatives, and submitted its recommendations to a second
Stakeholders meeting held on May 31, 1999; and
WHEREAS these recommendations are set out in the
Subcommittee's Report entitled "Federal Lands in Pickering,
Markham and Uxbridge -- Proposed Declarations of Airport Site";
and
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WHEREAS at the May 31 st meeting, Transport Canada and the
municipalities in attendance agreed to seek a formal commitment
from their respective organizations on proceeding on the basis of
the Report of the Technical Subcommittee.
NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the Corporation of the Town
of Pickering hereby resolves as follows:
1.
That the Report of the Technical Subcommittee entitled
"Federal Lands in Pickering, Markham and Uxbridge --
Proposed Declarations of Airport Site" dated May 1999, be
received.
2.
That Recommendation I of the Report of the Technical
Subcommittee be approved in principle, which
recommendation is as follows:
That as an alternative to federal airport zoning regulations,
Transport Canada and the affected municipalities of
Pickering, Markham, Ajax, Whitby, Uxbridge and
Whitchurch-Stouffville pursue the use of "agreements with
provincial authorities" under section 5.81 of the federal
Aeronautics Act provided that discussions are initiated
immediately amongst and between the parties concerning:
a) the establishment of an appropriate process for
implementing "agreements with provincial
authorities" including:
identifying the parties to the agreement;
establishing the focus and scope of the regulations,
and a timetable for implementation; and
identifying how administrative, monitoring and
enforcement costs will be dealt with;
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b) the establishment of an appropriate public forum for
identifying and dealing with other relevant issues of
interest and concern to the affected stakeholders,
such as:
the areas of land to be held for future potential
airport purposes;
the process for dealing with surplus federal lands;
the size, type and timing of any potential future
airport;
local and regional official plan conformity;
the required environmental assessment process;
the potential transfer of federal lands to a future
airports authority; and
issues of interest and concern related to future
airport planning, development and operations.
3.
That Transport Canada and the other affected
municipalities be encouraged to approve in principle
Recommendation 1 of the Report of the Technical
Subcommittee in its entirety.
4. That the Mayor, other members of council and senior staff
as may be required, be authorized to continue discussions
with Transport Canada, other affected municipalities and
local stakeholders, concerning the details of the agreement
or agreements required by Recommendation 1 of the
Report of the Technical Subcommittee.
5. That notwithstanding these discussions on the
agreement (s) and given the unique history and
circumstances surrounding the lands, the federal Minister
of Transport also be requested to initiate an amendment to
the federal Aeronautics Act to eliminate the need to declare
the federal lands in Pickering, Markham and Uxbridge an
"airport site" pursuant to the Act, as a precondition of
applying federal airport zoning regulations or using
agreements with provincial authorities.
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6. That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Transport
Canada, other affected municipalities, local stakeholders,
and any others interested in the matter.
Resolution #C-545-99
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item D - 7 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
1. Russell Powell, Chief Administrative Officer, Central Lake Ontario
Conservation Authority advising Council that while they support the
Valleys 2000 efforts, and will continue to assist them with the
development of an environmentally responsible plan, they would like to
raise an on-going concern to council. The site ofthe former Vanstone
dam continues to erode, producing a significant sediment load into the
Bowmanville Creek, and upsetting the natural energy balance in the
stream. Currently, much of the eroded sediment is deposited in the
Goodyear pond, and the impacts from the dam site erosion are limited to a
short reach of the stream. The Valley 2000 concept plan includes a
charmel bypass of the Goodyear pond site. With a bypass in place, the
entire reach of the Bowmanville Creek between King Street and Lake
Ontario would experience increased sediment loading. The sediment
could degrade fish habitat in the stream, and impact the environmentally
sensitive Bowmanville Marsh. The Valleys 2000 plan will take time to
implement. Features such as the bypass charmel will require extensive
study and design before being approved for construction. Now is the time
to resolve the Vanstone dam problem. The Central Lake Ontario
Conservation Authority have met with staff from the Municipality of
Clarington and other benefiting partners and they have applied for and
received a provincial grant to offset some of the anticipated study costs.
They ask that Council consider the Vanstone dam site as a priority project,
and that current funds and/or future budgets be examined to assist with
initiating the study phases of the project.
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Resolution #C-546-99
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Correspondence Item D - 8 be referred to staff for preparation of a
report to be considered by the General Purpose and Administration
Committee.
"CARRIED"
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Joan Albright, Clerk, The Corporation of the Municipality of Arran-
Elderslie, advising of a resolution passed by The Corporation of the
Municipality of Arran-Elderslie on July 12, 1999 as follows:
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"THAT WHEREAS the Province of Ontario's Ministry of Labour
did condemn the community centres and arenas in the majority of
small rural and urban municipalities during the seventies due to
changes in the Building Code Act for increased snow loads;
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rural and urban municipalities to re-build their community centres
and arenas through the provision of Provincial funding under the
Wintario Grant Program;
AND WHEREAS the age of these facilities now requires that
extensive capital upgrades for replacement of roofs, ice plants,
central air conditioners/smoke eaters, lighting systems, heat
recovery systems, etc., be funded to maintain these facilities which
form a part of the infrastructure of small rural and urban
municipalities;
AND WHEREAS the Province is downloading the costs of many
formerly Provincially-funded programs and services (ie policing)
onto already cash-strapped small rural and urban municipalities;
AND WHEREAS the Province is continually reducing the
conditional and unconditional grants to small rural and urban
municipalities which were given in the past to encourage certain
Provincial programs (ie recreation programs, roads) and are now a
burden for municipalities to maintain;
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NOW THEREFORE, we petition the Government of the Province
of Ontario to reinstate a fair funding program for the capital
maintenance and restoration of our community centres and arenas;
AND that we circulate this resolution to all small rural and urban
municipalities through the Association of Municipalities of
Ontario, as well as to our local Members of Provincial Parliament.
Resolution #C-547-99
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the resolution of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie requesting the
Province of Ontario to reinstate a fair funding program for the capital
maintenance and restoration of community centres and arenas, be endorsed by
the Council of the Municipality ofClarington.
"CARRIED"
Beverly Ferguson, Clarington Girls Hockey Association, 85 Queen Street,
Bowmanville, LlC IM5, advising that they have major concerns with the
ice available to girls in the Municipality of Clarington. The following is
the situation:
1. At present the Newcastle Arena Board has allocated to them two
hours of ice on Wednesday night. Clarington Girls Hockey
Association has requested four hours of ice and the Newcastle
Minor Hockey has taken away two hours of ice.
2. Orono arena has allocated them one hour on Saturdays. Again two
years ago they were given two hours and then the Orono arena cut
them back to only one hour, with the explanation that Orono Minor
Hockey needed the ice.
3. The Town has allocated them six hours of ice. The problem being
that this is on Friday and Sunday ice times. The Town has allowed
CMHA (Toros) to run three, three-day tournaments which
TOT ALL Y eliminates Clarington Girls ice time.
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They strongly feel that two hours given to them by the Newcastle Arena
Board is totally unacceptable. They have spoken to Troy Young on
numerous occasions and he said that they are not willing to budge on this.
Ms. Ferguson advised him that they feel strongly that girls have every
right to be on the ice. They feel that they shouldn't have to go outside of
Clarington to play hockey. Is there not some way that this can be
readdressed?
Resolution #C-548-99
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Correspondence Item D - 10 be received; and
THAT Beverly Ferguson be advised of actions taken by the Municipality in
this regard.
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Corinne Wendt, Clerk Treasurer, Town of Gananoque advising of a
resolution passed by the Town of Gananoque on July 19, 1999 as follows:
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"WHEREAS the 'Golden Rule' used to be prominently displayed
and referred to in the school systems;
AND WHEREAS the 'Golden Rule' does not have any religious
connotations, but merely a display of common sense through it's
words - 'Do Unto Others As You Would Have Them Do Unto
You'~
AND WHEREAS there seems to be a growing attitude of disregard
for the rights of others and common decency to our fellow man;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the
Corporation of the Town of Gananoque respectfully request both
the Federal and Provincial Governments to reinstitute the display
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AND FURTHER that a copy of this resolution be circulated to
every municipality across Ontario seeking their support, the
Federal and Provincial Ministers of Education, Joe Jordan, M.P.
Leeds-Grenville, and the Honourable Robert Runciman, M.L.A.
Leeds-Grenville."
Resolution #C-549-99
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item D - 11 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Sandi London, Policy Analyst, Federation of Canadian Municipalities
providing a draft resolution regarding the Air Emergency Intervention
Services (AEIS) as follows and requesting endorsement of same:
"WHEREAS the Minister of Transport has announced the
proposed Aircraft Emergency Intervention Services Regulation,
CAR 308, that will apply to all non-designated airports with
commercial passenger services; and
WHEREAS the Minister of Transport has not demonstrated that
the requirements of the regulation will indeed result in saving lives
and reducing personal injuries resulting from aircraft accidents at
airports and that alternative safety measures would not be more
efficient and effective; and
WHEREAS Municipal governments are not equipped to respond to
this regulation, nor are they in a position to provide the funding to
meet the requirements;
BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipality of Clarington urges the
Minister of Transport to justify the proposed regulation, CAR 308,
on the basis of an independent risk assessment and cost/benefit
analysis, and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Municipality of Clarington
requests that if the regulation is ultimately approved and enforced,
that any resultant, on-going, incremental costs must be assumed by
the federal government.
Resolution #C-550-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the resolution of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities regarding
Aircraft Emergency Intervention Services Regulations, CAR 308, be endorsed
by the Council of the Municipality ofClarington.
"CARRIED"
Peggy Cramp, Chief Administrative Officer, The Corporation of the
Township of Hamilton, requesting support of a resolution passed by The
Corporation of the Township of Hamilton as follows:
"THAT WHEREAS the residents of Ontario have been subjected
to twenty percent increases in the cost of gasoline during the last
two months;
AND WHEREAS the gasoline companies are reporting a
tremendous increase in profits;
AND WHEREAS the escalating gas prices are causing great
difficulties for all of the travelling public;
AND WHEREAS the increased prices are particularly detrimental
to commuters, often from rural areas in the Province;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Corporation
ofthe Township of Hamilton enacts as follows:
1. THAT the Provincial and/or Federal Governments freeze
the price of gasoline at an acceptable rate for a period of 90
days;
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2. THAT during the period of the rate freeze, the Provincial
and/or Federal Governments commence an inquiry to
investigate the unconscionable increases in gas prices;
3. AND FURTHER THAT all municipalities in the Province
of Ontario be requested to support this resolution and
forward a copy of their support to Premier Mike Harris;
Ontario Finance Minister Ernie Eves; Minister of
Consumer and Commercial Relations; Prime Minister Jean
Chretien, Federal Finance Minister Paul Martin;
Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the
municipality's local M.P. and M.P.P."
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Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
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cost of gasoline, be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of
Clarington.
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Aline Parent, Deputy Clerk, Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury,
advising that the Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury on
July 27, 1999, passed the following resolution:
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"WHEREAS the role of the municipalities in Ontario is more and
more competitive in the economic development sector, and;
WHEREAS the cities in the province of Quebec have a
considerable economic advantage by having the possibility to grant
property tax rebates to new industries that are establishing in that
province.
BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipal Council of the Town of
Hawkesbury request the Minister of Municipal Affairs of Ontario
to amend the Municipal Act to allow municipalities to grant
property tax rebates for a period up to a maximum of 3 years to
new industries that establish in the province of Ontario, and;
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BE IT ALSO RESOLVED that this resolution be circulated to all
the municipalities within the province of Ontario requesting their
support and that a copy also be forwarded to our Member of
Parliament and to the Premier of Ontario.
Resolution #C-552-99
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item D - 18 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Correspondence from James W. Knight, Executive Director, FCM Executive
Committee regarding Town of Oakville vs. Canadian National Railway. FCM
invites members to use the following model resolution, in part, in whole or
adapted to reflect their local circumstances, to communicate with the Minister
of Transport, the Chair of the Canadian Transportation Agency or Members of
Parliament.
"WHEREAS the Canadian Transportation Agency (the Agency)
recently ruled in favour of the Oakville Stop-CN-in Their Tracks
Committee in its complaint against the Canadian National Railway
(CN), and
WHEREAS CN has been granted an appeal of the Agency's Order
with the Federal Court, and
WHEREAS the complainants requested an award of costs that was
denied by the Agency;
BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipality of Clarington endorses
the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' support of the Town of
Oakville and its Citizens' Committee in its case against CN, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Municipality of Clarington
urges Transport Canada to effect changes to federal regulations to
ensure that Municipal Governments are consulted prior to major
operational changes by the railways, and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Municipality of Clarington
requests that the federal government review the process by which
the Agency awards costs in matters of environmental concern.
Resolution #C-553-99
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the resolution of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities
regarding the Oakville Stop-CN-in Their Tracks Committee and its
complaint against the Canadian National Railway, be endorsed in principle
by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington.
"CARRIED"
D-22
Molly McDowall, Clerk, The Town of Saugeen Shores, 515 Goderich
Street, Port Elgin, NOH 2C4 advising of a resolution passed by the Town
ofSaugeen Shores on August 16, 1999, as follows:
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Operations
CI0.AD
"WHEREAS rural municipalities have the authority to pass by-
laws for Nutrient Management based on an antiquated section in
the Municipal Act dealing with manure pits and enforcement
provisions may not be in place;
AND WHEREAS the Town of Saugeen Shores is a rural
municipality located on Lake Huron in a complex watershed
system with a large number of shallow wells and a tourist
destination area with a great eco-tourism development potential;
AND WHEREAS the Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Rural
Affairs has supplied guidelines only with respect to intensive
livestock operations and MDS II standards;
AND WHEREAS rural municipalities that have the agricultural
land base are subject to numerous requests for intensive livestock
operations and have concerns about monitoring and enforcement of
nutrient management;
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Gas Franchise
Agreement
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council ofthe
Corporation of Town of Saugeen Shores requests the Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Minister of Environment and
the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs put in place the
necessary regulations to ensure monitoring and enforcement of
intensive livestock operations in order that rural municipalities
have the necessary controls to effectively safeguard the
municipality from environmental concerns;
AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Minister of Environment, the
Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, the County of
Bruce and all municipalities in the Province of Ontario.
Resolution #C-554-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT the resolution of the Town of Saugeen Shores requesting the
Province to put in place necessary regulations to ensure monitoring and
enforcement of intensive livestock operations, be endorsed by the Council
of the Municipality ofClarington.
"CARRIED"
Michael Power, President, Association of Municipalities of Ontario,
advising of a resolution that was passed at the AMO Board of Directions
on August 25,1999, as follows:
"WHEREAS gas franchise agreements across Ontario are coming
up for renewal; and
WHEREAS the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)
developed the original Model Gas Franchise Agreement with the
gas industry in 1987; and
WHEREAS AMO, through its Working Group, is currently
negotiating a new model gas franchise agreement with the gas
industry; and
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WHEREAS the negotiation process is long, complex, costly and
will likely involve access to the courts and the Ontario Energy
Board; and
WHEREAS there are major, unresolved issues concerning, among
others, permit fees, duration of renewals, and compensation for the
use of municipal rights-of-way; and
WHEREAS this matter is of vital importance to Ontario
municipalities; and
WHEREAS this exercise involves extraordinary expenses for
AMO;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOL VED THAT the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario establish a "Gas Franchise Defense
Fund"; and
FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED THAT municipalities be requested
to voluntarily contribute, on a one-time basis, to this fund based
on:
a)
b)
c)
two cents per capita for lower-tier municipalities;
one cent per capita for upper-tier municipalities;
three cents per capita for single-tier municipalities; and
FURTHER THAT the terms of reference for the fund be as
follows:
a) to prepare a defense of the municipal position with respect
to natural gas franchise agreement;
b) to develop a model agreement;
c) to intervene in Ontario Energy Board proceedings as
necessary;
d) to take legal action as may be necessary."
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D-29
Water and Sewer
Works
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Resolution #C-555-99
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item D - 28 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Janet Lunn, Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk, Township of Severn, P.O.
Box 159, Orillia, L3V 613, advising ofa resolution passed by the
Township of Severn on August 5, 1999, as follows:
"WHEREAS governments have a responsibility for ensuring the
health, welfare and safety of their residents;
AND WHEREAS the provision of adequate water supply and the
satisfactory treatment of sewage are integral to the quality of life of
a community;
AND WHEREAS the Provincial Government has traditionally
provided a reasonable level of financial assistance to municipalities
for water and sewer works;
AND WHEREAS the Province has strongly indicated its intention
to relinquish its responsibilities to the local level of government;
AND WHEREAS water and sewer infrastructure works could be
cost prohibitive especially for small urban and small rural
municipalities due to limited financial resources and assessment
base;
AND WHEREAS the Province did not provide a revenue neutral
offset to municipalities for the decreased allocation of such
infrastructure funding;
AND WHEREAS local municipalities have also assumed other
responsibilities as downloaded by the Province;
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOVLED THAT Council for the
Corporation of the Township of Severn hereby petitions the
Minister of the Environment to reinstate appropriate levels of
funding for water and sewer infrastructure works to assist
municipalities in ensuring that the provision of safe drinking water
and adequate sewage treatment are within their financial means;
AND FURTHER THAT the Premier of Ontario, Minister of
Finance, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Minister of
the Environment, and Mr. Garfield Dunlop, M.P.P., Simcoe North,
be requested to support the Township petition;
AND FURTHER THAT the Clerk be requested to forward this
resolution to all municipalities within Ontario in order to solicit
their support."
Resolution #C-556-99
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT the resolution of the Township of Severn requesting the Province
to reinstate appropriate levels of funding for water and sewer
infrastructure works, be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of
Clarington.
"CARRIED"
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Phil Burrett, President, Eastern Ontario Farm Recycling Association
asking for assistance with the crisis that deadstock collectors in his
organization are facing. It is a reality that in the very near future, some of
their members (due to continued financial losses ) may be forced to close
their doors and cease the removal of dead animals from area farms. Mr.
Burrett is very concerned regarding the effects that this will have to the
environment, possible water contamination and health and welfare issues
for both livestock and humans. Mr. Burrett and Donnie Montague met
with the Honourable Ernie Hardeman on August 17, 1999, to discuss their
position in this matter. At this meeting they learned that there is 25-30
million dollars coming from the Provincial Government to the Agriculture
sector for "Healthy Futures". This money, as per Mr. Hardeman, is
designated to go towards the water and food chain. If enough
organizations and people think that deadstock burial is a number one or
number two priority here in the province, then some of these funds would
have to be considered for the deadstock as it does have a fit in the
"Healthy Futures" allocation. He is sure that burial of large farm animals
is detrimental to the water quality here in Ontario and he encourages us to
quantify this issue also by replying to the Honourable Ernie Hardeman as
soon as possible.
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Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Correspondence Item D - 32 be referred to the Regional
Municipality of Durham with a request that the correspondence be referred
to the Regional Health Department for review and preparation of a report.
"CARRIED"
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REPORTS
Report #1
G.P.A. Report
August 30, 1999
Report #2
CL99-9
Hwy2
Streetlighting
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Report #3
Memorandum of
Understanding
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Resolution #C-558-99
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT the actions taken by the General Purpose and Administration
Committee on August 30, 1999, be approved.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-559-99
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Report TR-53-99 be received;
THAT Dundas Powerline Limited, Chesterville, Ontario, with a bid in the
amount of$155,055.84, including GST, being the lowest responsible
bidder meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of Tender CL99-9,
be awarded the contract for Highway No.2 Street Lighting - Townline
Road to Courtice Road, Courtice;
THAT funds in the amount of$290,000.00 ($155,055.84 tender + contract
administration and design and Ontario Hydro and Region of Durham) be
drawn from the Public Works Capital Account #7203-00210-0000; and
THAT the By-law attached to Report TR-53-99 marked Schedule "A"
authorizing the Mayor and Municipal Clerk to execute the agreement be
approved.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-560-99
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Report PD-IOI-99 be received;
THAT the Mayor and Municipal Clerk be authorized to execute the
Memorandum of Understanding on behalf of the Municipality of
Clarington; and
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REPORTS
THAT Mr. Robert Messervey, District Manager, Ministry of Natural
Resources be advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Report #4
Resolution #C-561-99
Lawrence
Declaration
PI4.AN
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Report CD-33-99 be received; and
THAT the vicious dog declaration served on William Lawrence be upheld.
"CARRIED"
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Board of
Trade
Resolution #C-562-99
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the presentation of the Board of Trade be received with
appreciation; and
THAT Council extend a warm welcome to Victoria Green, Business
Development Officer.
"CARRIED"
Walkway Resolution #C-563-99
Veltri and Son Ltd
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the delegation of Mario Veltri be acknowledged;
THAT the requirement of a public walkway be deleted as a requirement of
the development of land division applications LD227/l999 to LD231/l999
inclusive filed by Veltri and Son Limited; and
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THAT Mario Veltri and the Regional Land Division Committee be
advised of Council's decision.
BY-LAWS
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-564-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT leave be granted to introduce the following by-laws and that the
said by-laws be now read a first and second time:
99-133
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99-135
99-136
99-13 7
99-138
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being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of
Newcastle (Phip Limited)
being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive
Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of
Newcastle (Syvan Developments)
being a by-law to designate a certain portion of Registered
Plan 40M-1790 as not being subject to Part Lot Control
(Veltri and Son Limited)
being a by-law to designate a certain portion of Registered
Plan 40M-1968 as not being subject to Part Lot Control
(535078 Ontario Limited)
being a by-law to authorize the execution of an offer to
Lease Agreement between the Corporation of the
Municipality of Clarington and Kaye Maher in respect of a
lease of premises situated at 247 King Street East,
Newcastle, Ontario
being a by-law to amend By-law 89-173, a by-law
respecting the appointment of a Chief Building Official and
Building Inspectors and to repeal By-law 96-183
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OTHER BUSINESS
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99-139
being a by-law to designate an area in the Bowmanville
Central Business District as an Improvement Area and to
establish a Board of Management for the Bowmanville
Central Business Improvement Area and to amend By-law
No. 85-61, By-law No. 84-17 and By-law No. 77-33 of the
former Town of Newcastle
99-140
being a by-law to authorize the execution of the
Memorandum of Understanding between the Corporation
of the Municipality of Clarington and the Ministry of
Natural Resources
99-141
being a by-law to authorize a contract between the
Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Dundas
Powerline Limited, Chesterville, Ontario, for Highway No.
2 Street Lighting - Townline road to Courtice Road,
Courtice, Ontario
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-565-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 99-133 to 99-141 inclusive
be approved.
"CARRIED"
Dennis Hefferon, Solicitor provided a verbal report to Council wherein he
advised that the Municipality's Development Charge By-law has been
appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board by Ridge Pine Park Inc.
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Appeal
Development
Charges By-law
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Resolution #C-566-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
WHEREAS By-law 99-125, the Municipality ofClarington's new
Development Charge By-law, has been appealed to the Ontario Municipal
Board by Ridge Pine Park Inc.;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the
Municipality of Clarington directs the solicitor to defend the by-law and
the inclusion of all projects which the development charges based at the
Ontario Municipal Board hearing.
"CARRIED"
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-567-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 99-142 being a by-law to
confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality ofClarington
at this meeting held on the 13th day of September 1999, and that the said
by-law be now read a first and second time.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-568-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT the third and final reading of By-law 99-142 be approved.
"CARRIED"
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Resolution #C-569-99
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the meeting adjourn at 10:25 p.m.
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