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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/26/1998 '-' Council Minutes PRAYERS ROLL CALL Present Were: Absent: Also Present: "" 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 "" There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest indicated at this meeting. Council Minutes ~ - 2 - October 26, 1998 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING PRESENTATIONS ~ DELEGATIONS '-' 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. Council Minutes ~ DELEGATIONS ~ ~ - 3 - October 26, 1998 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. Council Minutes '-' DELEGATIONS ~ '-w -4- October 26, 1998 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. Council Minutes - 5 - October 26, 1998 ~ 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. ~ "CARRIED" I-I Minutes of a meeting of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee held on September 22, 1998. (Received for Information) 1-2 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. '-' Council Minutes - 6 - October 26, 1998 "-' 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) I-3 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. ~ (Received for Information) I-4 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) 1-5 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) I - 6 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: '-' "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; Council Minutes '-" COMMUNICATIONS '"" '-" -7 - October 26, 1998 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); Council Minutes ~ COMMUNICA nONS ~ ~ - 8 - October 26, 1998 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. 2. 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); and 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) Council Minutes -9- October 26, 1998 ~ COMMUNICATIONS 1-7 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) I-8 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) I - 9 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) ~ 1-10 Minutes of a meeting of the BowmanvilIe Museum Board held on September 9, 1998. (Received for Information) 1-11 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) ~ Council Minutes - 10- October 26, 1998 ~ COMMUNICATIONS I - 13 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) 1-14 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. ~ 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) 1-12 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; ~ Council Minutes - 11 - October 26, 1998 ~ 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" 1-15 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. ~ Resolution #C-767-98 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Correspondence Item I - 15 be received for information. "CARRIED" ~ Council Minutes '-'" COMMUNICATIONS D-4 '-w Bowmanville Figure Skating Club to Host the 1999 Eastern Ontario Section Invitational Championships M02.GE D-5 Concerns - Railroad Bridge Elgin Street P01.BY '-' - 12 - October 26, 1998 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) Council Minutes ~ COMMUNICA nONS D-6 Incident at the RCMP Detachment M04.GE D-8 ~ Block Parent Community Sign T07.GE D-9 White Ribbon Campaign M02.GE ~ - 13 - October 26, 1998 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: Council Minutes "'" COMMUNICATIONS D-ll World AIDS Day M02.GE "'" D-12 Rezoning Application Parks 014. D-14 Ontario Family Fishing Weekend M02.GE '-' - 14 - October 26, 1998 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) Council Minutes "'" COMMUNICATIONS D-16 D-3 Youth Challenge Program - Request For Financial Assistance F1 I.CH \r... D-7 '-' - 15 - October 26, 1998 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. Council Minutes --... COMMUNICATIONS Fence at Soper Creek Park P01.BY '-- D-l Traffic in Enniskillen T03.GE '-' - 16- October 26, 1998 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. Council Minutes '-' COMMUNICATIONS D-2 Radioactive Waste Port Hope E07.GE ~ D-lO Clarington Youth Council '-' - 17 - October 26, 1998 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. Council Minutes '-w COMMUNICATIONS D-13 '"" Kawartha Ridge Pine School Board CI0.AD '-' - 18 - October 26, 1998 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." Council Minutes ~ COMMUNICA nONS D-15 Resolution re: Funding to Schools CIO.AD \. ~ - 19- October 26, 1998 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." \. "" "" Council Minutes - 20- October 26, 1998 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 Council Minutes ~ - 21 - October 26, 1998 COMMITTEE REPORTS Report # 1 G.P.A. Report October 19, 1998 Report #2 Marketing, Tourism and Economic Development Review D06.GE "" '-' 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 Council Minutes ~ REPORTS "" Report #3 Report #4 Policy Memorial Tributes A09.ME '-" - 22- October 26, 1998 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; "" "" "" Council Minutes REPORTS Report #5 Report #6 Build Courtice Fundraising Status Update R05.CO Report #7 - 23 - October 26, 1998 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" "" "" "" Council Minutes REPORTS - 24- October 26, 1998 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" "" "" "" Council Minutes - 25- October 26, 1998 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" Council Minutes ~ - 26- October 26, 1998 UNFINISHED BUSINESS OTHER BUSINESS Regional Update \. Committee/Boards Update "" 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. Council Minutes "" OTHER BUSINESS "" "" - 27- October 26, 1998 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" "" '-' "" Council Minutes REPORTS BY-LAWS - 28- October 26, 1998 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. "" ~ "" Council Minutes BY-LAWS - 29- 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" ~ "'" ~ Council Minutes ADJOURNMENT - 30- 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" /~#~/ 1 A 0