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PRAYERS
ROLL CALL
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MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
October 26, 1998
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council
held on Monday, October 26, 1998, at
7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers
Councillor Trim led the meeting in prayer.
Mayor D. Hamre
Councillor J. Mutton
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor J. Rowe
Councillor C. Trim
Councillor T. Young
Councillor J. Schell (Due to Illness)
Chief Administrative Officer, W. H. Stockwell
Manager of Engineering, T. Cannella (Attended Until 10:12 p.m.)
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana (Attended Until 10:12 p.m.)
Fire Chief, M. Creighton (Attended Until 10:12 p.m.)
Solicitor, D. Hefferon (Attended Until 10:12 p.m.)
Property Managere, F. Horvath (Attended From 10: 10 p.m. to 10: 16 p.m.)
Treasurer, M. Marano (Attended Until 10:12 p.m.)
Director of Public Works, S. Vokes (Attended Until 10:12 p.m.)
Director of Planning and Development, F. Wu (Attended Until 10:12 p.m.)
Clerk, P. Barrie
Mayor Hamre expressed her thanks to all the volunteers and staff who
were involved with the celebration this past weekend recognizing the 75th
anniversary of the Newcastle Community Hall.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
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There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest indicated at this meeting.
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MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
PRESENTATIONS
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DELEGATIONS
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Resolution #C-763-98
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT the minutes ofa regular meeting of Council held on October 13,
1998, be corrected on page 16 under Recorded Vote by deleting the words
"Councillor Troy" and replacing them with the words "Councillor
Young", and that the minutes as corrected, be approved.
"CARRIED"
Jennifer Drummond, Project Supervisor, Russia-Ontario Exchange Canada
World Youth, thanked the municipality for the support received for the
CanadalRussian Exchange Program and introduced the four students who
are presently working with the municipality in the Community Services
Department.
Mayor Hamre and Nancy O'Flaherty, Executive Assistant to the Chief
Administrative Officer, presented 68 cuddle comforters to the Fire Chief
and duty crew. These comforters will be placed on the fire trucks and
given to children who are involved in fires and motor vehicle accidents.
Bob Shaffer, Tyrone Mill, 2656 Concession Road 7, Bowmanville,
L 1 C 3K6, advised that he together with Fred and Sandy Archibald,
Archibalds Orchards Estate Winery, and Bob and Gail Simpson, Empire
Orchards and Herb Farm, joined forces in a joint marketing venture which
they have entitled "A Taste of Clarington." He indicated that the mill
makes flour, Archibald Orchards has a wonderful array of wine and the
Empire Orchards and Herb Farm is filled with Herb Gardens. He stated
that with the help ofthe municipality, "A Taste ofClarington - Savour the
Flavour" has come together this fall.
Judy Spring, Chair, Lakeridge Health Corporation, advised that on
July 3 I, 1998, the five hospital sites located in Bowmanville, Oshawa,
Port Perry, Uxbridge and Whitby were amalgamated to form the
Lakeridge Health Corporation. The Corporation's vision is to work with
health partners to promote health and deliver excellence in care to more
than 500,000 people in the rural and urban communities.
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The new hospital has an operating budget of $ I 50 million and will be
developing the Durham Regional Cancer Centre to open in the year 2001.
One of the first tasks of the Corporation was to appoint Brian Lemon as
the Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Spring indicated that Bowmanville will
continue as a community hospital providing primary and secondary care to
the residents. The foundations associated with each of the five hospitals
will continue with their roles and all of the funds which they raise will
remain in their own hospitals.
Bill Paterson, Jerusalem Masonic Lodge, 1909 Bloor Street East,
Bowmanville, LIC 3K3, advised that the Lodge will be celebrating its
I 50th Anniversary in the year 1999. They are preparing for an open house
and banquet to celebrate this occasion and requested that the Lodge be
included in any calendar of events which the munici~ality will be
preparing in recognition of the Durham Region's 25t Anniversary.
Bob Willsher, Trustee, Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board,
323 Church Street, Newcastle, LIB 1C6, expressed the Board's concern
over the current accommodation problem in the Clarington Public
Schools. Through the use of charts, Mr. Willsher illustrated the current
and projected enrolment figures of the various public schools within the
municipality. He requested that Council, in considering the
correspondence of Judi Armstrong, Chair of the Board, not approve
residential draft plans of subdivision and site plans that are greater than 30
units within the urban area of Bowmanville and Courtice for a period of
six months. He also requested that when the current Ontario Municipal
Board Hearings involving the City of Mississauga and the Peel Region
Board are concluded, that Clarington Municipal Staff and Board
Administration meet to discuss further action. He stated that when
subdivisions are planned there must be a clear commitment to the children
by providing them with schools in line with the occupancy of the homes.
Peter Falconeri, 251 Townline Road North, Courtice, L1E 213, advised
prior to the meeting that he would not be in attendance.
Debbie Tafertshofer, 4850 Old Scugog Road, Hampton, LOB lJO,
advised prior to the meeting that she would not be in attendance.
Debbie Soanes, 48 Sunny Ridge Trail, Enniskillen, LOB IJO, advised
prior to the meeting that she would not be in attendance.
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Harvey Thompson, Chair, Port Granby Monitoring Committee,
4720 Concession Road 6, Newtonville, LOA lJO, indicated that ongoing
erosion is occurring at the bluffs of Port Granby and some new erosion is
also occurring. This erosion may affect the past work which has been
completed to stabalize the banks and ensuring that the radioactive material
does not seep into the lake. Because transportation of the material on
public roads is a concern, the committee would like an on-site solution to
the storage to be found. He stated that the committee agrees in principle
with the notice of motion included in the agenda.
Chris Kreasul, 41 Living Court, Courtice, L1E 2V6, provided Council
with an update on the activities of the Courtice Teen Centre. He indicated
that they volunteered to help with the Canada Day Celebration at Pingle's
Farm to raise money for the Bowmanville Hospital and they are donating
to the ARC, Durham Region's only Youth Shelter. They have had a
sexual assault seminar with Durham Regional Police and have worked
together with the Board of Education to provide counselling for troubled
teens. They have also helped many teens develop resumes and several
teens have completed community service hours required by probation
officers. A computer system and software has been purchased to enable
teens to do homework and research and internet access and web space
have been donated by Onlight Information Exchange. Several off-road
camping trips with the Land Rover Company have taken place and four
outdoor concerts were held over the summer as well as several free
barbeques which were paid for by the profits from their snack bar. In
addition to the municipality's grant of $2,000, the centre has raised an
additional $3,969. Next year they are planning seminars on leadership,
CPR and conflict resolution. They have also been nominated for young
person of the year, a province-wide recognition program.
Christopher Wood, Youth Co-Ordinator, Clarington Youth Council,
132 Church Street, Bowmanville, L1C IT5, introduced the 1998/99
CIarington Youth Council. He indicated that he has been working as the
Young Co-ordinator since July of 1998 and one of his main objectives is
to encourage respect between youth and adults. The Clarington Youth
Council is operating separate from the Fire House youth centre and is
continuing to attract new members.
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Resolution #C-764-98
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Council recess for 15 minutes.
"CARRIED"
The meeting reconvened at 9:05 p.m.
COMMUNICA nONS
Correspondence Items I - 15 and D - 16 were distributed to Council as
handouts.
Resolution #C-765-98
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved
with the exception ofItems I - 12 and 1-15.
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Minutes of a meeting of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory
Committee held on September 22, 1998.
(Received for Information)
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The Honourable Chris Hodgson, Chair, Management Board of Cabinet,
advising of the Province's June 26,1998 announcement cancelling the
previous charity casino initiative. The Province recognizes that the
cancellation of the charity casino initiative is a serious step and one that
they do not take lightly. They have always said "no means no" when it
comes to introducing charity casinos in communities. To enable Ontarians
to make an informed decision during the next municipal elections and
beyond, the Ontario Lottery Corporation will operate four pilot charity
casinos located in communities that already have had positive referendum
decisions. The four communities are Thunder Bay, Sault Ste. Marie,
Brantford and Point Edward. The four pilot projects contemplated under
this model will be significantly different than commercial casinos. The
facilities will be much smaller, betting limits will be lower, and the
number of gaming activities available will be significantly lower than
commercial casinos. The date that these pilot projects become operational
will be determined in consultation with the local communities.
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COMMUNICATIONS
Beginning April 1 , 1999, charities will be guaranteed $100 million each
year by the Province. This will amount to 10 times more than the charities
received under the old system of 3-day roving Monte Carlos. The
framework for distributing funds will be determined in consultation with
the charities, the Province, and the Ontario Trillium Foundation over the
next few months.
(Received for Information)
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Media Advisory Announcement received from Sgt. Jim Grimley, Media
Relations, Durham Regional Police Force, advising that a Police/Scouting
Partnership has been launched. The Durham Regional Police Service and
Scouts Canada have announced a partnership that will put youths presently
in the "Ventures" program, in a "vocational scouting" role with the Police
Service. The first two companies to take part in the program, the 5th
Whitby Company and the 1 st Port Perry Company, had their introductory
training at the Durham Regional Police Headquarters on Thursday,
October 8,1998, at 7:00 p.m. The Ventures Program enrolls youths aged
14 to 17 and provides an opportunity for these youths to explore
community service through law enforcement and familiarity with police
procedures to serve in volunteer roles with the Police Service throughout
Durham Region.
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(Received for Information)
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Ross Fitchett, Public Affairs, Pickering Nuclear Generating Station,
forwarding a Summary Report of Volume 1 of Pickering Nuclear's
Environmental Review Project.
(Received for Information)
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Garth Gilpin, for the Concerts in the Park Committee, on behalf of Brian
Purdy, Ron Hooper, himself and the hundreds of people who attended the
concerts, expressing thanks to the Municipality of Clarington for their
financial support.
(Received for Information)
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Robert M. Prentice, Director of Corporate Services and Town Clerk,
Town ofNewmarket, advising of a resolution passed by the Council of the
Town of Newmarket as follows:
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"WHEREAS the Municipal Council of the Town ofNewmarket
considers it desirable that it provide financial relief to commercial
and industrial real property taxpayers liable for assessment related
tax increases through the use of a rebate program;
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AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Town of
Newmarket is advised that the Council of the Regional
Municipality of York will be considering a recommendation that a
by-law be enacted authorizing a 1998 small business property tax
rebate generally as follows:
'The rebate would apply to assessment related property tax
increases for the first $1 million of current value assessment
(CV A) for all commercial and industrial properties and a
rebate will be given for that portion which exceeds 25% of
1997 taxes (including business occupancy taxes) and
$1,500.00, up to a maximum rebate of $25,000.00.'
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Town of
Newmarket considers that all small businesses should be treated
equitably through the establishment of a rebate program to assist
with assessment related tax increases;
AND WHEREAS many small businesses are located within large
commercial retail facilities which have been seriously impacted by
assessment related tax increases and the proposal under
consideration by the Region of York would not provide for equity
of treatment for such businesses as compared with similar
businesses located elsewhere within the Town;
AND WHEREAS the recommendation under consideration by the
Region of York would provide little or no relief for those small
businesses located within large commercial buildings and
accordingly such small businesses would not be treated fairly,
equitably or adequately if the recommended rebate by-law is
enacted by the Council of the Regional Municipality of York;
AND WHEREAS a by-law to authorize a rebate program can
require and direct that the benefit of any rebate paid to a landowner
be given to any person who has an interest, and accordingly such
by-law could direct a landowner to pay the rebate to tenants within
large commercial facilities who are obliged to pay real property
taxes by operation of their lease, or by operation of the provisions
of Bill 16 (Small Business and Charities Protection Act, 1998);
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AND WHEREAS in the interest offairness and equity, the Council
of the Corporation of the Town ofNewmarket considers it
advisable that the Council of the Regional Municipality of York
consider enacting an alternative by-law to provide for a rebate
program for property owners liable for assessment related tax
Increases:
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED BY THE CORPORATION OF
THE TOWN OF NEWMARKET AS FOLLOWS:
THAT the Region of York be advised that:
1. The Council of the Town of Newmarket does not consider
the tax rebate proposal as recommended by the Finance and
Administration Committee from its meeting of
September 17, 1998, to be fair, equitable or adequate.
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The Council of the Town ofNewmarket requests that the
Council of the Region of York enact a by-law which would
provide for a rebate during 1998 for all assessment related
property tax increases in excess of 50% over the 1997
combined property and business occupancy taxes for
commercial and industrial properties, that there be no
current value assessment cap, that there be no rebate cap
and that such by-law include a requirement that the person
who receives the rebate shall give the benefit of such rebate
to tenants who are obliged to pay real property taxes by
operation of their leases or by operation of the provisions of
BiIl16 (Small Business Charities Protection Act, 1998);
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3. The Council of the Town of Newmarket otherwise supports
the recommendations of the Finance and Administration
Committee with respect to the 1998 Property Tax
Mitigation Strategy.
AND THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Region
of York for consideration and to the Premier of Ontario, the
Minister of Finance, Mr. Frank Klees, M.P.P., all municipalities in
York Region and all GTA Mayors, for information."
(Received for Information)
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Novina Wong, City Clerk, City of Toronto, enclosing Clause No.9
contained in Report No. 18 of The Strategic Policies and Priorities
Committee, headed Response to Bill 56, the "Greater Toronto Services
Board Act", which was adopted, without amendment, by the Council of
the City of Toronto at its meeting held on October 1 and 2, 1998.
(Received for Information)
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Novina Wong, City Clerk, City of Toronto, enclosing Clause No.1
contained in Report No.8 of the Community and Neighbourhood Services
Committee, headed "Response to the Discussion Paper on Social Housing
Reform", which was adopted, without amendment, by the Council of the
City of Toronto at its meeting held on October I and 2, 1998.
(Received for Information)
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Pat Moyle, Association of Municipalities of Ontario advising of the
September workshop regarding taxation solutions. The result of that work
was forwarded to Ministers Eves and Leach with the Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing, subsequently writing to President Power.
(Received for Information)
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Minutes of a meeting of the BowmanvilIe Museum Board held on
September 9, 1998.
(Received for Information)
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Information Bulletin received from the Kawartha Conservation Authority
advising that Canada Trust Friends of the Environment Foundation has
provided $1,200.00 to Kawartha Conservation for water quality sampling.
The funds will be used to outfit two field test kits for the Kawartha Water
Watch monitoring program. Kawartha Water Watch is a community-
based water quality monitoring program started by Kawartha
Conservation. Through Kawartha Water Watch, volunteers regularly
sample water quality in many of the lakes, rivers and streams throughout
the area.
(Received for Information)
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Municipal Member Communication advising that the Municipal Finance
Officers' Association, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and
the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario
have been working diligently to find solutions to assessment and taxation
concerns of Ontario's municipal governments.
(Received for Information)
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Roger Anderson, Regional Chair, Regional Municipality of Durham
advising the Minister of Transportation of the Region's concern over
several matters related to transportation infrastructure and funding. There
are two major aspects to be considered:
i) the cost of maintaining roads which were previously the
responsibility of the Province; and
ii) transit in general, and GO Transit specifically.
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While these two issues are distinct, they are nonetheless both part of the
transportation system that is vital to the Region's economic well being. It
is reasonable, therefore, to consider them together as part of the broader
issue. He indicates that he has written to The Honourable Tony Clement,
Minister of Transportation to request that they reconsider the
Government's decision and give a strong fmancial commitment to GO
Transit and transit generally, and that they consider allocating at least a
part of transportation-based tax revenues to assist municipalities in the
funding of their transportation systems.
(Received for Information)
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Mayor Don Cousens, Town of Markham, advising of a resolution passed
by the GTA Mayors and Chairs on Friday, October 16, 1998, as follows:
"Inasmuch as the government of Ontario has not responded to the
tax and assessment crisis on main streets and across the GT A and
Ontario;
Inasmuch as time is running out for a solution to be found for
1998;
THAT unless the government responds to this crisis with a
commitment to address both this year's and future years tax and
assessment issues, by October 31, 1998;
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COMMUNICATIONS
BE IT RESOL VED THAT the Mayors and Regional Chairs will
hold a press conference on the steps of the Ontario Legislature
Building at Queen's Park during the fIrst week of November -
with invitations extended to all GTA Councils - and any other
Mayors and elected municipal officials across Ontario."
The rally and press conference is scheduled to be held on November 3,
1998, 12:30 - I :30 p.m. on the steps of Legislature.
Resolution #C-766-98
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 12 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
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News Release received from the Ministry of Finance advising ofthe
Province's three-year plan to limit property tax increases on Ontario's
small businesses. They are listening and responding to small business
owners facing crippling and unnecessary property tax increases caused by
assessment shifts and the reluctance of many municipalities to fully use
the tools the Province has given them to limit tax increases on this vital
sector of our economy. These increases, some as high as 600 percent,
threaten the very survival of many of these valuable contributors to
Ontario's economic well being. He stated that they are not prepared to
stand by and let this happen. They will introduce legislation that, if
passed, would guarantee that no commercial or industrial property owner
will face a tax increase related to property tax reform of more than 10
percent in 1998, and a further 5 percent in each of 1999 and 2000. This
will provide small business, which accounts for about 80 percent of all
new jobs in Ontario, with more certainty and will help them make
decisions about investment, expansion and job creation.
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Resolution #C-767-98
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item I - 15 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
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Bowmanville
Figure Skating
Club to Host the
1999 Eastern
Ontario Section
Invitational
Championships
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Concerns -
Railroad Bridge
Elgin Street
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Resolution #C-768-98
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT the correspondence for direction be approved as per the agenda
with the exception of Items D - 1, D - 2, D - 3, D -7, D - 10, D - 13 and
D- 15.
"CARRIED"
Diane Sarris, Chairperson, Eastern Ontario Section Invitational
Championship, advising that the Bowmanville Figure Skating Club will be
hosting the 1999 Eastern Ontario Section Invitational Championships,
February 19 to 21,1999. The Bowmanville Figure Skating Club is proud
to be hosting such a prestigious event. Hosting an event of this magnitude
involves hundreds of volunteer hours and considerable expenses. The
total expenses for the event are projected to be $29,555.00. Almost fifty
percent of the expenses are ice costs and facility rental. Accordingly, they
are requesting a one time grant of $2,500 to help offset some of the costs
and in return would be happy to advertise the event as part of Clarington' s
25th Anniversary Celebration.
(Advise of the Municipal Grant Policy)
Steve Rowland advising of concerns with the railroad bridge on Elgin
Street in Bowmanville. This bridge (or its approaches) appears to be
badly designed. He advised that on the west side of the bridge, (at the
north end) is a sidewalk. This sidewalk is connected to the Town's
sidewalk and although it provides an easy access to the bridge, it stops
abruptly at the south end of the bridge and there is a drop of more than 22
inches to the road bed. On the east side of the bridge, (at the north end)
there is no sidewalk but there is a ramp access to the bridge and this ends
at the south end with a large, steep, staircase. This makes it very difficult
to use if you have small children in strollers and impossible to use if you
are in a wheelchair. He is requesting that some changes be made to ensure
the safety of pedestrians.
(Referred to Public Works for Review)
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Incident at the
RCMP Detachment
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Community Sign
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White Ribbon
Campaign
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Greg Reid, Inspector, Whitby Community Police Office, advising of an
incident at the Bowmanville RCMP Detachment and the actions of
Clarington's personnel who assisted the police in arresting an armed
person at the detachment. Captain Graydon Brown and firefighters
Edward Ruiter and Marc Ulrich joined in to assist Inspector Roney and his
son from a male who was quite agitated, high on alcohol and drugs, armed
with a knife and had also confronted other citizens prior to the incident at
the detachment building. He now faces numerous criminal charges. Mr.
Reid is extending his sincerest appreciation to Graydon, Edward and Marc
who acted without prompting. Although they risked injury to themselves,
they aided in controlling the suspect and the weapon involved. Their
actions prevented further injury to other persons and they are to be
commended for their actions.
(Forward letter of appreciation from
Mayor and Council)
Muriel Moynes, Secretary, ClaringtonlNewcastle Block Parents, advising
that the Block Parents are trying to create a safe community for all
citizens. The ClaringtonlNewcastle Block Parents are requesting that their
"Block Parent Community" sign be placed on the service board in the
Village of Newcastle on the west end and east end of the Village. It is
their hope that by displaying this sign a message is conveyed to anyone
entering the area that our citizens are watching out for each other. Their
signs are currently on the service boards in Bowmanville and as funds
become available they would like to expand on this project.
(Referred to Public Works for action)
Jack Layton, Co-Chair, The White Ribbon Campaign, advising that once
again this fall they will ask Canadians, especially men, to put on a white
ribbon. This simple gesture, in the weeks and days leading up to
December 6th, the anniversary of the shootings at Montreal's L' Ecole
poly technique, has become a widely recognized call to end violence
against women. Thousands of men will also sign their poster titled: These
Men Want To Put An End To Violence Against Women. The Federation
of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) has endorsed the White Ribbon
Campaign. They are requesting the following:
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World AIDS Day
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Rezoning
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Parks
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Ontario Family
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1. Proclaim White Ribbon Week - November 27 to December 6,
1998;
2. Invite the public to come to the municipal offices to get white
ribbons and sign the poster; and
3. Help the national fundraising effort to provide desperately needed
support to women's shelters and women's anti-violence programs
across Canada.
(Proclaimed)
Gerald H. Dafoe, Executive Director, Canadian Public Health Association,
advising on December 1st 1998 the Canadian Public Health Association
(CPHA), the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AlDS, scores of
national governments and countless organizations and individuals around
the world will join together in raising public awareness of AIDS and
strengthen the commitment against the pandemic. Accordingly, he is
requesting the Municipality of Clarington proclaim December 1, 1998 as
World AIDS Day.
(Proclaimed)
Glen and Barbara Parks, advising of a concern raised on their proposed
rezoning application at the Public meeting held on April 6, 1998, that two
one acre lots would somehow lessen the local property values. She
advised that this suggestion is incorrect and rather silly as there are a
number of areas in Clarington where prestigious homes abound and the lot
sizes in these subdivisions vary in size from less than one acre to, in some
cases, much more than two acres and does not predicates the value of a
property. They are requesting Council to give their proposal serious
consideration and support in this regard.
(Advise of actions taken in
consideration of Report PD- I 21-98)
RG. Morgan, Chair, Ontario Family Fishing Weekend Steering
Committee, advising ofthe 1999 Ontario Family Fishing Weekend. The
Province of Ontario, in partnership with many non-government
organizations like the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters, declares
one summer weekend (Friday, July 9 through Sunday, July 11, 1999) a
licence-free fishing weekend. Accordingly, he is requesting that the
Clarington Council proclaim the weekend of July 9, to July I 1, 1999, as
1999 Ontario Family Fishing Weekend.
(Proclaimed)
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Youth Challenge
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Marie Brooks, Co-Chairman Poppy Campaign, The Royal
Canadian Legion requesting permission to distribute poppies in the
Municipality ofClarington between October 28 and November 1 I, 1998.
She is also requesting permission to fly the Poppy Flag during this period.
(Proclaimed and Flag Raising Approved)
Deb Street, 34 Vanstone Court, Bowmanville, advising ofa twelve month
program she is currently involved in. She was accepted into Youth
Challenge International (YCI). This winter she will be volunteering in
Costa Rica for ten weeks. YCI is a non-profit organization that promotes
personal, community, and global development. They offer young people
the opportunity to develop through a challenging four stage process which
provides them with leadership skills, problem solving experience, and
global education. To make this opportunity a reality, she must raise
$3,950 to support the Youth Challenge Program. Accordingly, she is
requesting financial assistance from the Municipality of Clarington.
Resolution #C-769-98
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT Deb Street be advised of the Municipal Grant Policy.
"MOTION LOST"
Resolution #C-770-98
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT a grant in the amount of $ I 00.00 be approved for Deb Street in
support of the Youth Challenge Program.
"CARRIED"
George Latter expressing concerns with the height of the fence at the
baseball diamond versus safety at Soper Creek Park. He is also
questioning the financial justification for this fence.
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Resolution #C-771-98
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT Correspondence Item D - 7 be referred to the Director of Public
Works for review and preparation of a report to be submitted to the
General Purpose and Administration Committee.
"CARRIED AS AMENDED
LATER IN THE MEETING"
(SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION)
Resolution #C- 772-98
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C- 77 I -98 be amended by deleting the
words "for review and preparation of a report to be submitted to the
General Purpose and Administration Committee" and replacing them with
the following words "direct reply."
"CARRIED"
The foregoing Resolution #C-771-98 was then put to a vote and
CARRIED AS AMENDED.
Bill and Denise Walker, advising that they have received a letter from the
Municipality of Clarington dated August 28, 1998, with respect to their
letter of August 18, 1998, about an unacceptable number of hauling trucks
driving through Enniskillen. They advise that they were also informed
that this matter would be forwarded to the Works Department in Whitby,
as a result of the September 14, 1998 Council meeting. They question
who has the responsibility and decision- making authority for the
livelihood, safety and welfare ofEnniskillen. As taxpayers, where can
they find support for their community and their concerns. As voters,
whose position and jurisdiction are they supporting. They request a
response within two weeks from the date of her correspondence as to
satisfactory measures for their safety.
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Resolution #C-773-98
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the Director of Public Works respond to Mr. and Mrs. Walker that
the municipality cannot take action on a Regional Road and that they will
be hearing from the Regional Municipality of Durham in the near future.
"CARRIED"
Petition received from Port Hope Citizens for a Clean Environment with
respect to the removal of Radioactive Waste. Approximately one year
ago, the Corporation of the Town of Port Hope initiated legal action
against the Canadian Government for the purpose of removing the
150,000 cubic meters oflow level radioactive soil from Town land with a
six month time frame to allow for action. As they realize, the soil in
question is a federal responsibility as it was a former waste product of the
Canadian Crown Corporation, Eldorado.
Resolution #C-774-98
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item D - 2 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Ron Collis, Co-Chair, Adult Advisory Board, The Clarington Youth
Council, thanking the Municipality's staff for the prompt action on the
proposed Skateboard Park. Based on the details received, this park will
serve to fill a gap in recreational facilities for young people in Clarington.
They would like to make one recommendation that a motion be passed
encouraging staff to regularly consult with a new skateboard sub-
committee from the Clarington Youth Council comprised of young
skateboarders from across the Municipality. The benefit of this would be
that valuable input from a cross-section of young people would be
received on a consistent basis throughout the planning and building stages
of the project. This consultation would especially have a positive impact
on the promotion of the park and in the design of its regulations.
Clarington Youth Council would like to enhance communication with
Council and staff on youth related issues.
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They are extremely pleased with the support they have from Council.
Unfortunately, from time to time, assumptions have been made that the
Youth Council has been informed of youth related issues arising in the
Town Hall when in fact this has not happened. They request that one
member of Council or staffbe assigned to officially inform Chris Wood,
Youth Co-ordinator, whenever issues concerning youth are addressed.
Resolution #C-775-98
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the Clarington Youth Council be thanked for their
correspondence and presentation and advised that the municipality looks
forward to the Youth Council's continued communication on issues
concerning youth.
"CARRIED"
Judi Armstrong, Chairperson, English-Language Public District School
Board No. 14, advising ofa motion approved by the Board as follows:
"THAT the Board ask the Municipality of Clarington Council not
to approve residential draft plans of subdivision and site plans that
are greater than 30 units within the urban area of Bowmanville and
Courtice for a period of six months;
THAT when the current Ontario Municipal Board Hearings
involving the City of Mississauga and the Peel Region Boards of
Education are concluded, staff from the Municipality of Clarington
and the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board meet to
discuss further action; and
THAT Trustee Willsher speak on behalf of Kawartha Pine Ridge
District School Board at a Municipality of Clarington Council."
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Resolution re:
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Resolution #C-776-98
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Correspondence Item D - 13 and the presentation of Bob Willsher
be received and referred to the Director of Planning and Development for
review and preparation of a report to be submitted to the General Purpose
and Administration Committee.
"CARRIED"
Township of West Nissouri, advising of a resolution passed by the
Township of West Nissouri as follows:
"WHEREAS the Township of West Nissouri has two elementary
schools within its Municipal Boundaries;
AND WHEREAS most other rural municipalities have schools
within their Municipal boundaries;
AND WHEREAS many of the newly created mega school boards
created by the Provincial Government are publicly stating rural
school closures are inevitable due to inadequate funding from the
Province;
AND WHEREAS rural schools serve as the focal point for many
community functions and activities all year round;
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Township of West
Nissouri hereby petitions the Provincial Government and
specifically the Minister of Education to introduce legislation to
provide proper funding to school boards to ensure that rural
schools are not forced to be closed;
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT this resolution be
circulated to all Ontario municipalities, all Ontario School Boards,
Premier Mike Harris, Education Minister Dave Johnson, Minister
of Municipal Affairs Al Leach, Member of Provincial Parliament
Bruce Smith, and School Board Trustees Jan Hunter, Sharon Peters
and Ann Kavelaars."
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COMMUNICATIONS
MOTION
Resolution #C-777-98
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item D - 15 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
NOTICE OF MOTION
Resolution #C-778-98
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT the Council of the Municipality of Clarington host a meeting with
representatives of the Federal Government to investigate the feasibility of
a Low-Level Radioactive storage mound for waste generated some twenty
years ago by the Eldorado Refinery in Port Hope; and
THAT Peter A. Brown, Phd., and David McCauley, Ministry of Natural
Resources Canada, Alex Shepherd, M.P., and the Port Granby Waste
Monitoring Committee be invited to participate in the meeting and be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED ON THE
FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE"
Recorded Vote
Yea
Nay
Absent
Councillor Mutton
Councillor Novak
Councillor Rowe
Councillor Trim
Councillor Young
Mayor Hamre
Councillor Schell
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
Report # 1
G.P.A. Report
October 19, 1998
Report #2
Marketing,
Tourism and
Economic
Development
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Resolution #C-779-98
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of
October 19, 1998, be approved.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-780-98
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Report ADMIN-14-98 be received for information; and
THAT the Agreement pertaining to the partnership between the Clarington
Board of Trade and the Municipality of Clarington be submitted for
consideration at a future meeting.
"CARRIED AS AMENDED
LATER IN THE MEETING"
(SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION)
Resolution #C-781-98
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-780-98 be amended by adding the
following thereto:
"THAT the Acting Chief Administrative Officer be directed to
arrange for a two-day Think Tank early in the new year, the
majority of the first day to be dedicated to discussion on Economic
Development with representation and presentations from the
following, but not limited to:
The Planning and Development Department
The Economic Development Department
The Board of Trade
The Regional Economic Development Department
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Report #4
Policy Memorial
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to discuss our current blueprint for Economic Development and to
further discuss business attraction, retention and our course of
action; and
THAT the balance of the two days be set aside to facilitate
discussion on short-term and long-term goals to provide direction
for the Municipality of Clarington with representation from all
municipal departments."
"CARRIED ON THE
FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE"
Recorded Vote
Yea
Nay
Absent
Councillor Mutton
Councillor Novak
Councillor Rowe
Councillor Trim
Councillor Young
Mayor Hamre
Councillor Schell
The foregoing Resolution #C-780-98 was then put to a vote and
CARRIED AS AMENDED.
Resolution #C-782-98
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Confidential Report ADMIN-I 5-98 be referred to the end of the
agenda to be considered during a "closed" meeting of Council.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-783-98
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Report ADMIN-I 6-98 be received;
THAT the policy attached to Report ADMIN-16-98 for recognition of
individuals in memoriam, be approved;
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Report #6
Build Courtice
Fundraising
Status Update
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THAT the offer by the Developers of Liberty Village in BOWffianville to
dedicate a road within their next plan of subdivision to the memory of the
late Carson Elliott, be accepted with thanks, conditional on the name being
accepted through the Region registry process; and
THAT Mr. Viv Woolford, and any other delegations listed for this issue at
the meeting of September 14, 1998, be advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-784-98
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT Confidential Report ADMIN-I 7-98 be referred to the end of the
agenda to be considered during a "closed" session of Council.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-785-98
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Report TR-80-98 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-786-98
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT the Report of the Solicitor, dated October 26, 1998, regarding
Phase I, Port of Newcastle Development (Draft Plan of Subdivision
18T-9I004) and the delegation ofMr. Ron Webb on behalf of the Kaitlin
Group to Council on October 13, 1998, be received for information.
"CARRIED ON THE
FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE"
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Recorded Vote
Yea
Nay
Absent
Councillor Mutton
Councillor Novak
Councillor Rowe
Councillor Trim
Councillor Young
Mayor Hamre
Councillor Schell
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-787-98
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT Jennifer Drummond be thanked for allowing the municipality to
take part in the Russia/Ontario Exchange Program and she be advised that
the municipality looks forward to continued communication.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-788-98
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT Nancy O'Flaherly and staff be thanked for their wonderful
initiative in commencing the "cuddle comforters" project for young
victims of fires and motor vehicle accidents.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-789-98
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Bob Schaffer, Fred and Sandy Archibald and Bob and Gail
Simpson be thanked for their presentation and extended best wishes in
their endeavours.
"CARRIED"
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-790-98
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Judy Spring be thanked for her informative presentation and
wished continued success in Lakeridge Health Corporation's endeavours.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C- 791-98
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the delegation of Bill Paterson be acknowledged and he be advised
that the municipality looks forward to working with the Masonic Lodge in
promoting their 150th anniversary in 1999.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-792-98
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Chris Kreasul be thanked for his delegation and forwarded a letter
of appreciation for the initiatives of the Courtice Teen Centre.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-793-98
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Christopher Wood be thanked for his presentation and that the
Clarington Youth Council be requested to continue communications with
the municipality.
"CARRIED"
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OTHER BUSINESS
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Resolution #C-794-98
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT the order of the agenda be altered to allow for consideration of
Other Business at this time.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Mutton advised that the Finance Cornmittee of the Regional
Municipality of Durham will be meeting on Wednesday, October 28th, in
order to deal with the recent announcement of the Finance Minister of a
three-year plan to limit property tax increases on Ontario's small
businesses.
Work is still ongoing with the Durham '99 Committee for the
development of commemorative coins for the Region and each area
municipality.
Councillor Novak indicated that Regional Council has just recently
approved the installation of traffic lights at the intersection of Varcoe
Road and Highway #2.
Mayor Hamre advised that she sits on the Regional Steering Committee to
look at streamlining and providing cost efficient, effective government for
the taxpayers. The main focus of the committee is duplication of service.
Councillor Mutton expressed his ,fleasure with the activities this past
weekend in recognition of the 75 anniversary of the Newcastle
Community Hall.
The Clarke Museum Board has recently purchased a new computer and is
actively working on the year 2000 compliance.
Councillor Novak advised that the BOWffianville Museum is holding their
Christmas Craft and Bake Sale on November 14, 1998.
Councillor Rowe advised that on August 8, 1998, the Visual Arts Centre
opened their time capsule from 1988. Together with students of Lydia
Trulls Public School, the Visual Arts Centre will be installing butterflys in
the attrium ofthe Courtice Community Complex.
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The Solina Hall Board Annual General Meeting will be held on
November 26, 1998.
Friends of the Library held a Monstrous Book Sale with a Hallowe'en
theme and in celebration of Canadian Childrens' Book Week, events will
be held November 12th at the Courtice and Newcastle branches. At the
BOWffianville branch there will be a special public reception to thank
Mrs. Betty Ball for her generous contribution to the childrens' collection.
The Director of Library Services, Cynthia Mearns, is an organizer for the
Ontario Library Services Super Conference in the spring of 1999. Also,
the public library will soon be on the internet.
On October 22, 1998, Friends of Second Marsh held their Partnership
A wards and Volunteer Recognition and Annual General Meeting.
On October 14, Councillor Rowe attended a reception for "Durham
Television" and "Plugged In" which can be seen on Rogers Cable.
On October 17, Councillor Rowe represented the Mayor and Council at
the opening ceremonies of the Multi-Cultural Council ofOshawa/Durham
to celebrate United Nations Day. Ontario Street Public School Choir
began the program.
Councillor Young advised that he and Councillor Mutton recently
attended a reception at the Newcastle Library at which time a $4,000
donation was received from Irene Lynch. This money is going to be used
to purchase four new computers for the library.
The Newcastle Arena Board has just recently erected their advertising
boards and are in the process of hiring a new manager.
Resolution #C-795-98
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT the meeting be "closed" for the purpose of discussing two
personnel issues and a property issue.
"CARRIED"
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Resolution #C- 796-98
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the actions of Council taken during the "closed" session, be
ratified.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-797-98
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT leave be granted to introduce the following by-laws, and that the
said by-laws be now read a first and second time:
98-160
being a by-law to authorize the Release of an Agreement
with Penwest Corporation Limited and the Corporation of
the former Town of Newcastle, now the Municipality of
Clarington, for the development of Plan of Subdivision
18T-76011 (now Plan 40M-I770);
98-161
being a by-law to authorize a contract between the
Corporation of the Municipality ofClarington and the
Liquor Control Board of Ontario, for the purchase of
163 Church Street, BOWffianville;
98-162
being a by-law to repeal By-law 94-038, being a by-law to
appoint a Chief Administrative Officer; and
98-163
being a by-law to appoint an Acting Chief Administrative
Officer.
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October 26, 1998
Resolution #C-798-98
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 98-160 to 98-163 inclusive,
be approved.
"CARRIED"
CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Resolution #C-799-98
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 98-164, being a by-law to
confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington
at this meeting held on the 26th day of October 1998, and that the said
by-law be now read a first and second time.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-800-98
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT the third and final reading of By-law 98-164 be approved.
"CARRIED"
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Resolution #C-801-98
October 26, 1998
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT the meeting adjourn at 10:20 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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