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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/23/1998 "" Council Minutes PRAYERS ROLL CALL Present Were: Also Present: ~ MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON . November 23, 1998 Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on Monday, November 23, 1998, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers Councillor Schell led the meeting in prayer. Mayor D. Hamre Councillor J. Mutton Councillor M. Novak Councillor J. Rowe Councillor J. Schell Councillor C. Trim Councillor T. Young Acting Chief Administrative Officer, M. Marano Director of Community Services, J. Caruana (Attended until 8:30 p.m.) Fire Chief, M. Creighton (Attended until 8:30 p.m.) Solicitor, D. Hefferon (Attended until 8:30 p.m.) Director of Public Works, S. Vokes (Attended until 10:15 p.m.) Director of Planning and Development, F. Wu Clerk, P. Barrie DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Councillor Schell advised that he would be making a disclosure of pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence Item I - 15. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS '- Resolution #C-841-98 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Mutton THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on November 9,1998, be approved. "CARRIED" Council Minutes "" PRESENTATION "" "" - 2 - November 23, 1998 Resolution #C-842-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT a presentation from Ray Bester on behalf of the Orono Amateur Athletic Association be added to the agenda. "CARRIED" Mayor Hamre recognized and presented certificates to members of the Kendal Midget Royals, the All Ontario 'E' Midget Baseball Champions, the Kendal Pee Wee Royals, winners of the All Ontario 'E' Pee Wee Baseball Champions, and to the Newcastle Squareboy Hockey Club, winners of the All Ontario O.M.H.A. Pee Wee Hockey Champions. Ray Bester, President, Orono Amateur Athletic Association advised that his association organizes and runs all minor sports for children in Orono and the surrounding areas and also operates and maintains Orono Arena and Community Centre. The present arena was built and paid for in 1978, thanks to the generosity of the residents of Orono and surrounding area, plus a Wintario Grant. Since that time, the association has continued to maintain and operate the facility without funding from the taxpayers. Over the past two decades, many improvements have been made to the building and property which have been financed through fundraising and donations. They are now at the stage where they are outgrowing the available space and are in the process of fundraising to add two dressing rooms, a bigger locker room, a larger janitorial room, plus a meeting room. The expected cost of the project is approximately $225,000. The association has decided not to proceed until they have raised at least $100,000 in donations. Currently, commitments have been received from the Orono Amateur Athletic Association, the Orono Arena, the Clarington Minor Hockey Association, the Bowmanville Non-Contact Hockey League, the Orono Arena Improvement Committee, the Orono Hockey Parents, the Little Charitable Foundation and the Ona Miller Foundation, for a total of $51 ,000. The association is also applying for a Provincial Grant through the Advanced Funding Program of the Ontario Lottery Corporation. They are not soliciting money from the municipality, but would appreciate support by way of assistance with building permits, verification of building codes, advice for the tendering process and interim financing. Council Minutes '- PRESENTATION DELEGATIONS '- "" - 3- November 23, 1998 Resolution #C-843-98 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Young THAT the presentation pertaining to Confidential Report ADMIN-15-98 be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered during a "closed" session of Council. "CARRIED" Wendy Orton, Executive Director, The Community Foundation of Durham Region, was called but was not present. Sharon Steele, 4443 Highway #2, Newtonville, LOA 110, addressed Council with safety concerns regarding hunting adjacent to the N ewtonville Public School. She stated that it has come to her attention that no current by-law adequately protects the children in the school playground. The school property is surrounded by prime wildlife habitat and screened by trees and hedgerows. The land to the east ofthe school is zoned as "(H)RH-I7", and it is her understanding that the holding designation makes it legally huntable land. Of most concern is the fact that the school land is zoned "Agricultural" which means even the current 100m hunting setback as dictated by By-law 92-91, does not apply. She is requesting that Council consider the following issues: . That a by-law be established to create a safe no-hunting setback around school and similar public areas that are not covered under the current by-laws. . That the above-mentioned setback be greater than 100m. In many peoples' minds, a 100m setback is insufficient. Mrs. Steele submitted a petition to Council in support of her request. Council Minutes "" DELEGATIONS "" COMMUNICATIONS "" - 4 - November 23, 1998 Terri McCabe, Oshawa/Clarington Association for Community Living and Dianna Eastwood, John Howard Society, announced to Council that they have moved in together at 132 Church Street, Bowmanville. They share space, resources and lend support where possible to each other. This is about partnership and maximizing community resources. Since October of this year, they have been overseeing the Fire House Youth Centre and they are now looking at the possibility of other agencies moving into the facility, in an attempt to expand the partnership to share administration of the building. They thanked Council, on behalf of their organizations, for the guidance and assistance in making this facility a reality. Wendy Orton, Executive Director, The Community Foundation of Durham Region, advised that the Community Foundation is in existence to help the community by building a permanent fund that is invested and the interest earned is given back in the way of grants. The permanent fund is built by individuals, companies and groups committed to strengthen the community on a long term basis. Her presentation to Council is two-fold: · To advise that the Clarington Community Fund exists and encourage group and individuals to find out more about it and how they can participate. · To advise Council that they are applying to the Municipality as a charity for funds from the Advanced Lottery Funding in order to receive funds that will contribute to the Clarington Community Fund. Correspondence Item I ~ 28 was distributed to Council as a handout. Resolution #C-844-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT the communications to be received for information be approved with the exception ofItems I - 3, I - 13, I - 15, I - 18, I - 23, I - 26 and 1-27. "CARRIED" Council Minutes - 5 - November 23, 1998 "" COMMUNICATIONS I~l David Lindsay, President and CEO, Ontario Jobs and Investment Board, advising that as part of the Ontario Jobs and Investment Board's ongoing work to develop a long term economic vision and strategies to take Ontario into the next century, three papers have been prepared to focus public discussion on key areas of our economy. These papers are entitled, Preparing People for Tomorrow's Jobs, Creating Infrastructure for Growth and Competitiveness and Creating an Innovation Culture. They are also helping focus discussion at the seven Premier's Conferences on Jobs and Prosperity held around the Province in October and November. The papers are available in the Clerk's Department. (Received for Information) 1-2 Member Communication received from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, advising that legislation was introduced to restore Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) benefits for volunteers and to correct the benefit problems presented by Bill 99. Bill 99, which was passed in 1997, reduced the benefits for volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance brigades should they become injured in the line of duty. That legislation has proven to be a disincentive for volunteerism. A Private Member's Bill has been introduced to amend the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act in order to rectify the benefit problems created by Bill 99. AMO has been working with the Office of the Ontario Fire Marshall and the ministries ofthe Solicitor General and Labour on this issue. AMO will review the Bill to ensure that it fully corrects the situation created by Bill 99, and that it provides the clarity that municipalities are looking for. The Association will be approaching the opposition parties to seek their support in approving the legislation quickly, should the Bill meet the needs. "" (Received for Information) 1-4 Minutes of meetings of the Hunting Committee held on October 29 and November 12, 1998. (Received for Information) 1-5 Minutes of a meeting of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee held on October 20, 1998. (Received for Information) '-- Council Minutes - 6 - November 23, 1998 '- COMMUNICA nONS 1-6 Marjory Morden, Town Clerk, Town ofCaledon, forwarding a copy of a report on the position statement of the Council ofthe Town of Caledon regarding Bill 56, The Greater Toronto Services Board Act. (Received for Information) 1-7 Betty Khattab, Area Coordinator, Oshawa/Courtice Campaign, Ontario March of Dimes, advising of their annual door-to-door campaign across the province throughout the month of January. (Received for Information) 1-8 Pat Crimmins, Committee Coordinator/Deputy Clerk, Regional Municipality of Halton, advising of a resolution endorsed by the Regional Municipality of Halton as follows: "THAT the Province of Ontario be requested to provide more detailed information regarding the costs and services as they pertain to WDW invoices to that municipalities can determine whether invoiced amounts are accurate and apportionments have been undertaken correctly; "" THAT the Region of Halton supports the similar resolution passed by the Council of the Regional Municipality of Durham; THAT the Province of Ontario provide municipalities with 1999 cost estimates and apportionment shares for all WDW services before January 15, 1999, so that work on municipal budgets can proceed; THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Finance, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Halton Area MPPs and all GT A municipalities." (Received for Information) 1-9 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, forwarding a copy of Joint Report No. 98-J-18, Bill 56, An Act to Establish the Greater Toronto Services Board and the Greater Toronto Transit Authority, 1998. She also advised that the Committee of the Whole of the Regional Council considered the matter and at a meeting held on November 4, 1998, adopted the following recommendations: "a) THAT the Honourable Al Leach, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, be advised that the Region of Durham does not support the establishment of a Greater Toronto Services Board for a number of reasons, including: \... Council Minutes - 7 - November 23, 1998 \w- COMMUNICATIONS (i) it is an unnecessary duplication of existing co-ordinating organizations and structures within the GT A; (ii) it lacks the necessary and direct involvement of the Province to effectively address GT A-wide issues such as the transportation and transit systems; (iii) it undermines the responsibility ofGTA municipalities to prioritize and deliver essential services to meet local needs; (iv) it would result in higher servicing costs for Durham residents and landowners; (v) it would result in decision-making which is less accessible and accountable to residents and taxpayers of Durham Region; (vi) it would completely neglect the agricultural sector of the GTA; and "" (vii) it is so open-ended in its wording as to allow the future (viii) strategies to be completely subservient to the largest municipality. b) THAT the Province place a moratorium on further provincially initiated municipal change and restructuring proposals, including the proposed establishment of the Greater Toronto Services Board, to allow municipalities time to deal with recent provincial initiatives; c) THAT Durham's position is that a forced amalgamation of all the municipalities within Durham Region into a single tier city, similar to the previous action to create the new City of Toronto, is the worst restructuring scenario possible for Durham; d) THAT Joint Report #98-J-18 be endorsed as the Region of Durham's submission to the Standing Committee on General Government on Bill 56, An Act to establish the Greater Toronto Services Board and the Greater Toronto Transit Authority; '-' Council Minutes - 8 - November 23, 1998 ~ COMMUNICATIONS e) THAT the Regional Chair present the Region of Durham's submission to the Standing Committee on General Government; and f) THAT a copy of Joint Report No. 98-J-18 be forwarded to the Honourable Mike Harris, the Honourable Al Leach, all Durham MPP's, Mr. Alan Tonks, Moderator for GTSB Legislative Review, the Area Municipalities in Durham Region, and the Regions within the Greater Toronto Area and Hamilton-Wentworth." (A copy of the report is available in the Clerk's Department). (Received for Information) 1-10 Minutes of a meeting of the Bowmanville Museum Board held on October 14, 1998. (Received for Information) I-II Minutes of a meeting of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority held on October 15, 1998. (Received for Information) '-' 1-12 Norm Leigh, Manager of Business Development, Advisor to DFFMA Board, Regional Municipality of Durham, on behalf of the Durham Farm Fresh Marketing Association, extending an invitation to Mayor and Members of Council to attend their General Meeting and Workshop on Monday, November 30, 1998, in the Main Boardroom, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, 70 Van Edward Drive, Unit 1, Port Perry, Ontario. Guest speaker will be Laura Hughes on the topic of Marketing. Anyone wishing to attend please confirm with his office at (905) 723-0023 or 1-800-706-9857. (Received for Information) 1-14 Correspondence received from the Ministry ofthe Solicitor General and Correctional Services, forwarding an Identification and Designation Guide, along with copies of the relevant legislation and regulations regarding Safety Zones. The Ontario Government has passed amendments to the Highway Traffic Act to allow for the establishment of Community Safety Zones. The responsibility of identifying and designating these zones rests with municipalities who now have the authority to pass the relevant by-laws. "" Council Minutes - 9 - November 23, 1998 ~ COMMUNICA nONS The Ontario Government has the authority to designate parts of the King's Highways as Community Safety Zones. (A copy of the Identification and Designation Guide is available in the Clerk's Department.) (Received for Information) 1-16 Media Release received from the Visual Arts Centre of Clarington, advising of their sale of 100 small paintings November 13 to December 13, Reception: Friday, November 20,6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Artists connected with the Visual Arts Centre are invited to participate in this annual event and as usual, the reception on Friday night is a special time for collectors since all pieces in the show are sold at a discount of 10% - an early present from the artists and the centre. While the show is on until December 12, the discount applies on Yuletide Friday night only. Admission is free. (Received for Information) 1-17 News Release received from the Minister of Long-Term Care with responsibility for Seniors regarding the International Year of Older Persons (IYOP) 1999, and forwarding a Community Kit prepared by the Canada IYOP Coordinating Committee (a federal, provincial, and territorial coordinating body) with suggestions for activities and projects communities may undertake as well as tips on publicizing events. The kit also contains interesting facts about Canadian seniors. Under the Community Partnership Projects Program, each constituency in the province will receive $20,000 in special funding to plan local or regional projects, events and activities to take place between January I and December 31, 1999. Projects are to reflect the year's intergenerational theme, "Ontario, a province for aU ages." Communities will be expected to contribute to each project by providing at least 15 percent of the project's cost in funding or in kind contributions. (The kit is available in the Clerk's Department.) (Received for Information) "" 1-19 Interoffice Memorandum received from John Presta, Engineering Planning & Studies, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising of a Notice for the Public Information Centre, Class Environmental Assessment for Additional Water Pollution Control Plant Capacity for Whitby, Oshawa and Courtice. The Notice will appear in the area newspapers and will be mailed to the residents witihin the study area. The Information Centre will be held on Thursday, November 26, 1998,4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Mother '- Council Minutes ~ COMMUNICA nONS 1-20 1-21 1- 22 "" 1-24 \... - 10 - November 23, 1998 Theresa Separate School, 78 Glen Abbey Drive, Courtice. Staff of the Region of Durham and their consultant, Totten Sims Hubicki Associates, will be available to answer questions and discuss the project with members of the public. (Received for Information) News Release received from the Atomic Energy Control Board advising ofrecent announcements oflicensing decisions. (Received for Information) The Rural Review received from the Rural Ontario Municipal Association advising of various news items and also advising of the Rural Ontario Municipal Association Annual Conference to be held Sunday, February 7, 1999 - Wednesday, February 10, 1999 at the Royal York Hotel, Toronto. Conference Registration Forms are available in the Clerk's Department. (Received for Information) Charles Harnick, Attorney General and Minister Responsible for Native Affairs advising of his appreciation regarding the response generated by his invitation of July 24, 1998, for submissions to take on the Provincial Offences Act (POA) transfer. He advised that when they started work on this initiative, he said the POA transfer would be a municipally designed process. In both informal and formal consultations over the past two years, municipalities have given them thoughtful recommendations and suggestions. As a direct result of these consultations, the POA transfer will begin with demonstration sites. He advises that the Ministry of the Attorney General will work with seven demonstration sites, representing about 50 municipalities. (Received for Information) Member Communication received from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario advising ofthe final recommendations of the Provincially appointed Social Housing Committee. AMO's Task Force will be meeting to review the final report's recommendations and determine the implications for the municipal sector as well as any follow-up comments to the Province. AMO will continue to press the federal government to start negotiating a new federal/provincial agreement. (Received for Information) Council Minutes '- COMMUNICATIONS 1-25 1-28 '- 1-3 Traffic Operations King & Townline T08.GE \w - 11 - November 23, 1998 Michelle Rypstra, President, Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association (ONPHA), Durham Region Non-Profit Housing Corp., advising of the recent media stories regarding serious allegations about non-profit housing's use of public funds. A series of articles appearing in the Toronto Sun described four non-profit housing projects undergoing criminal investigations. The Toronto Sun, along with other media outlets, also described non-profit housing as a "$5 billion boondoggle." (Received for Information) Press Release received from the Bowmanville Museum, advising of Edwardian Christmas Open House to be held on Friday, December 4th from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, December 5th and 6th, from I :00 p.m. to 3 :30 p.m. The Museum will be decorated in festive finery and homemade holiday treats will be available. Entertainment will be in the parlour provided by pianist Janet McGregor on Friday night, Allanah Coles and Doug Dewell on Saturday, and Elexis Ward on Sunday and it is all free. (Received for Information) P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, forwarding a copy of Report 98- W -106, regarding traffic operational concerns in the vicinity of the King Street and Townline Road intersection at the Oshawa/Clarington border. She advises that the Works Committee considered the matter and at a meeting held on November 4, 1998, Council adopted the following recommendations of the Committee: "a) THAT a by-law in the form attached to Report #98-W-106 of the Commissioner of Works be approved to amend the Regional Traffic and Parking By-law No. 5-96 to extend the 50 km/h posted speed limit on Townline Road (Regional Road No. 55), north of Highway No.2 to Nash Road; b) THAT staff enter into discussions with the Municipality of Clarington and landowners to pursue remedial solutions to improve the traffic operation problems along Townline Road and Highway No.2 including the feasibility of partial and full median closures; and c) THAT a copy of Report #98- W -106 of the Commissioner of Works be forwarded to the Municipality of Clarington for information. " ~ '- "" Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS I ~ 13 GO Transit T03.GO 1- 15 Minutes - Blue Circle Cement C06.BL - 12- November 23, 1998 Resolution #C-845-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item I - 3 be received for information. "CARRIED" William Jenkins, Director, Corporate Affairs, GO Transit, advising that GO Transit will soon begin faxing all their customer bulletins and news releases as they are issued. He hopes that all municipalities will find this service useful and that any pertinent information will be brought forward to Council and appropriate staff. He advised that many of their bulletins are issued only to specific groups of passengers or parts of their network, and while most news releases go to all media in their area, some are also targeted for specific events or announcements, and advised that we will get them all. He welcomes any comments about this new service. Resolution #C-846-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item I - 13 be received for information. "CARRIED" Councillor Schell made a disclosure of pecuniary interest with respect to Item I - 15; vacated his chair and refrained from discussion and voting on the subject matter. Councillor Schell indicated that he is employed by Blue Circle Cement Inc., the subject of the correspondence Resolution #C-847-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item I - 15 be received for information. "CARRIED" Council Minutes '- COMMUNICATIONS 1-18 Provincial Announcement - Limit Tax Increases for Commercial and Industrial Taxpayers F27.GE "" \...- - 13 - November 23, 1998 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, forwarding a copy of Report #98-F-76, Provincial Announcement to Limit Tax Increases for Commercial and Industrial Taxpayers. She advises that the Finance Committee considered the matter and at a meeting held on November 4,1998, Regional Council adopted the following recommendations ofthe Committee: "a) THAT the Minister of Finance, prior to the introduction of the proposed legislation on limiting property tax increases for Commercial and Industrial Properties, be requested to: i) Establish a consultative process directly with municipalities through the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Municipal Finance Officers' Association. Provide immediate assistance to correct any 1997 assessment data problems which may be used to establish a cap on 1998 property taxes. ii) Exclude from the proposed legislation, the capping of increases for properties which are subject to payments-in- lieu of taxation. iii) Defer until February 15, 1999, the payment of20% to the Province of Ontario by the area municipalities of the total 1998 education taxes due to the Province which is equivalent to the amount of tax collections potentially delayed as a result of the capping provisions for industrial and commercial properties; and/or the Province pay the amount of the tax collections delayed as a result of the announced capping by the Province for industrial and commercial; and/or be allowed to reduce an amount equal to the lost tax revenue from any future bills received from the Province. iv) Reduce the downloaded services to the Region of Durham as a means of providing tax assistance to small business. Council Minutes -14 - November 23, 1998 '- COMMUNICATIONS v) Municipalities be allowed the opportunity to give an alternative to the government for approval that keeps the concept of Current Value Assessment in sight and complete over a four year time period. b) THAT the Minister of Finance be requested to: i) Establish a consultative process directly with municipalities to assist in the implementation ofthe Ontario Fair Assessment System for 1999. ii) Review the definitions, in consultation with municipalities, for the multi-residential, shopping centre and large industrial property classes to determine more appropriate thresholds for eligible properties. iii) Reimburse the Region and its Area Municipalities, not only for the direct costs of issuing tax bills, but also the cost of staff review, implementation, computer costs, customer service and interest on delayed cash flow. "" c) THAT the Finance Department be authorized to draw on the Provincial Initiatives Budget up to the amount of $75,000.00 for the costs necessary to review and implement the proposed new Provincial capping legislation; and d) THAT a copy of Report #98-F-76 of the Commissioner of Finance be forwarded to the local municipalities, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, AMO, the Municipal Finance Officers' Association, the Durham MPP's, Durham Chamber of Commerces, Board of Trade, Durham Region Manufacturing Association (DRMA), Durham Region Economic Development Advisory Committee (DREDAC), Chair of the Management Board and the Leaders of the two Opposition Parties." "" Council Minutes ~ COMMUNICATIONS 1-23 Halminen Airstrip DI4.DEV.97-058 "" \... - 15 - November 23, 1998 Resolution #C-848-98 Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the resolution adopted by the Regional Municipality of Durham regarding a Provincial Announcement to Limit Tax Increases for Commercial and Industrial Taxpayers, be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington. "CARRIED" Peter Gregg, Special Assistant - Ontario, Office of the Minister of Transport, thanking the Municipality of Clarington for the correspondence dated October 14, 1998, to The Honourable David M. Collenette, Minister of Transport regarding low-flying aircraft using the Halminen Airstrip. He advised that a review of departmental files has not revealed any accidents or incidents reported to or investigated by Transport Canada with regard to the Halminen Airstrip. He advised that Regional officials would be pleased to investigate the alleged violations; however, they will require more detailed information than that provided in the Municipality's letter. In the interim, officials from the System Safety division will attempt to contact both the municipality and the airport operator and will visit the airstrip to determine whether there are any safety issues that need to be addressed by Transport Canada. Resolution #C-849-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item I - 23 be received for information. "CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING" (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION) Council Minutes '-' COMMUNICATIONS 1-26 '- Economic Development D02.GE 1-27 GO Transit Funding and Issues In the GTA T03.GO "" - 16 - November 23, 19998 Resolution #C-850-98 Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-849-98 be amended by adding the following thereto: "and referred to the Chief Administrative Officer to dialogue with the Minister of Transport with more detail; and THAT the Chief Administrative Officer keep appraised of the situation and report back to Council on a regular basis." "CARRIED" The foregoing Resolution #C-849-98 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED. John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham East, advising that he would be interested in participating in the round table session with regards to Clarington's economic game plan. He would like to be advised ifthere is an opportunity in this or any forum for him to participate. Resolution #C-851-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item I - 26 be received for information. "CARRIED" John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham East, thanking the municipality for providing him with a copy of the resolution passed by the Municipality of CJarington on September 14, 1998, on transportation and GO transit funding issues in the GTA. He advised that he has written to The Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Transportation and The Honourable Al Leach, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing about the Municipality's concerns and believes that it is important to ensure fair rates and accessibility to GO transit for his constituents. He advised that as soon as he hears from the Ministers, he will advise the Municipality of their response. Council Minutes "" COMMUNICATIONS \... D-2 1998 Public Works Week A ward M02.GE "" - 17 - November 23, 1998 Resolution #C-852-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Correspondence Item I - 27 be received for information. "CARRIED" Correspondence Item D - 8 and Confidential Correspondence Item D - 9 were distributed to Council as handouts. Resolution #C-853-98 Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Items D - 2, D - 4 and D - 6, be approved as per the agenda. "CARRIED" Maureen A. McCauley, President-Elect, Ontario Chapter, Canadian Public Works Association - American Public Works Association, advising of the 1998 Public Works Week Award. She advised that in order to celebrate Public Works and the contribution it makes to our communities, the third week of May has been declared as "National Public Works Week" across North America for the last 35 years. The Ontario Chapter of APW A strongly supports this initiative and encourages municipalities, large and small, to undertake activities during this week which will raise the profile of Public Works. A competition is held by the Chapter each year for the best program undertaken by a municipality. She is seeking submissions for the 1998 competition for the best program undertaken by a municipality. The Bruce Brunton trophy is awarded to the municipality with the most exciting and enthusiastic program. All entries must be received by December 18, 1998. The winner of the 1998 competition will be announced at the Chapter's 1999 Annual General Meeting, January 21, 1999. (Referred to Public Works) Council Minutes '- COMMUNICATIONS D-4 Resolution re: Compensation for Volunteer Firefighters CI0.AD D-6 "" Overnight Parking T02.GE "" - 18 - November 23, 1998 Mary Ellen Greb, Deputy Clerk-Treasurer, Township of South-West Oxford, advising of a resolution passed by the Township of South-West Oxford regarding the Compensation for Volunteer Firefighters as follows: "WHEREAS South-West Oxford Township Council is concerned about the impact of changes under the new Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, including the potential for large numbers of volunteer fire fighters leaving their fire department; THEREFORE the Council ofthe Corporation of the Township of South- West Oxford requests the Provincial Government to re-instate compensation for volunteer firefighters on the same basis as it was under the former Workers Compensation Act and not as provided for under the new Workplace Safety and Insurance Act." (Resolution Endorsed) June Laforet, 6 Kingsview Court, Courtice, LIE IE6, expressing her frustrations regarding a parking ticket received by her son for overnight parking. She realizes that emergency vehicles and snow removal equipment must move freely in her area, but at the same time, there is a need among residents for additional overnight parking, at least on an occasional basis. She suggests parking be allowed on one side of the street during alternating months. This would allow emergency and snow removal vehicles easier access to all residences while allowing overnight parking to those who need it. Any overflow of cars can be moved to another street in the neighbourhood. She feels that the implementation of this would simply involve posting the necessary signs. She advised that this method is already being used in other municipalities, and is very effective for all concerned. The second solution involves a voucher system, whereby each residence is issued a numbered sticker that is to be left visible in or on the vehicle that is parked on the road. Additional vouchers could be purchased from the Region for a nominal fee should the need arise. She feels that while this method could lessen the problem, there are a number of details that would have to be detailed. It is her hope that her concerns will be addressed quickly, as the coming winter could pose a problem for any people. (Forward a copy of Report PD-105-98 and Referred to Planning and Development and Public Works for consideration in conjunction with this matter) Council Minutes "-' COMMUNICATIONS D-l Bowmanville Tag Day M02.GE D-7 '-' Hunting Safety Concerns D05.GE '-' - 19- November 23, 1998 June Hunter, President, Association of Hospital Volunteers- Bowmanville, Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, requesting proclamation of May 14, 1999, as Association of Hospital Volunteers - Bowmanville Tag Day. Resolution #C-854-98 Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT May 14, 1999 be proclaimed as Association of Hospital Volunteers Bowmanville Tag Day in the Municipality ofClarington and advertised in accordance with municipal policy. "CARRIED" Sharon Steele, 4443 Highway #2, Newtonville, LOA lJO, forwarding a petition regarding safety concerns with hunting adjacent to Newtonville Public School. She emphasized that this is not an anti-hunting issue, but a safety issue. She advised that to the best of their knowledge, a 100m setback is inadequate. For shotguns, a distance of 500 metres might be more realistic. This, however, is a complex determination that they are admittedly unqualified to make. She is requesting that Council establish a by-law to create a safe no hunting set back around school and similar public areas that are not covered under the current by-laws, and that the above mentioned setback be greater than 100m. Resolution #C-855-98 Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT correspondence Item D - 7 be referred to the Hunting Committee. "CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING" (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION) Council Minutes '-' COMMUNICATIONS 0-3 "" Land Ambulances Services SOO.GE '- - 20- November 23,1998 Resolution #C-856-98 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-855-98 be amended by adding the following thereto: 'THAT the Clerk be requested to advise the Hunting Committee of Council's concerns where hunting infringes on public areas; and THAT the Committee be requested to comment directly with respect to the setbacks in these areas." "CARRIED" The foregoing Resolution #C-855-98 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED. P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, forwarding a copy of Report 98-MOH-35, Land Ambulance Services, and advising that at a meeting held on November 4, 1998, Regional Council adopted the following recommendations of the Committee: "a) THAT the Minister of Health be requested to postpone the amalgamation of the Oshawa and Lindsay Central Ambulance Communications Centres until the Durham, Halton and York Regions' Land Ambulance Services Review is completed and Council has had sufficient time to fully consider its options with respect to ambulance communications, including their implications for the delivery of land ambulance services; b) THAT the Health and Social Services Committee be authorized to review and release the Land Ambulance Services Review discussion paper and to lead the public consultation process; c) THAT a copy of the resolution and Report #98-MOH-35 be forwarded to all Durham, Halton and York municipalities requesting their endorsement and support; and d) THAT a copy of the resolution and Report #98-MOH-35 be forwarded to The Honourable Mike Harris, Premier of Ontario, The Honourable Elizabeth Witmer, Minister of Health and all Durham M.P.P.'s." Council Minutes '- COMMUNICATIONS D-5 International Year of the Older Person M02.GE '- D-8 Concerns Encountered at The Garnet B. Rickard Complex R05.GE '"" - 21 - November 23, 1998 Resolution #C-857-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Mutton THAT the resolution adopted by the Regional Municipality of Durham regarding Land Ambulance Services, be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington. "CARRIED" John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham East, advising that 1999 is the United Nations Year of the Older Person (IYOP). He is certain that most levels of government will wish to join forces in this important celebration. He advises that the Province of Ontario has asked all 130 MPP's to work within their constituency to find a forum to celebrate the IYOP. His office will act as a response for this project and looks forward to a response on this matter. Resolution #C-858-98 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Young THAT correspondence Item D - 5 be received for information and that John O'Toole, M.P.P. be advised that it is Clarington's pleasure to co- operate with the Provincial Government for the celebration of the Year of the Older Person. "CARRIED" Correspondence Items D - 8 and D - 9 were received as handouts. James and Colleen Terry advising of concerns encountered on their wedding day, September 19, 1998, at the Garnet B. Rickard Complex. Resolution #C-859-98 Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item D - 8 be referred to the Director of Community Services for preparation of a memorandum to be distributed to Members of Council regarding the action taken in this matter. "CARRIED" "" "" "" Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS D-9 Confidential Property Matter MOTION - 22- November 23, 1998 Resolution #C-860-98 Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Confidential Correspondence Item D - 9, be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered during a "closed" session of Council. "CARRIED" NOTICE OF MOTION COMMITTEE REPORTS Report #1 G.P.A. Report November 16, 1998 Item #12 Bowmanville Water Pressure Zone 2 E08.GE Resolution #C-861-98 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of November 16, 1998, be approved with the exception of Item # 12. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-862-98 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim WHEREAS water servicing concerns have come to light in Bowmanville Pressure Zone 2; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Region of Durham be requested to have staff provide Clarington Council with a report outlining the status of water distribution matters in Bowmanville Pressure Zone 2, in particular, the status of development approvals and the Zone 2 Reservoir and F eedermain. "CARRIED" '- '- '-' Council Minutes Report #2 Report #3 Job Description - CAO H06.GE - 23 - November 23, 1998 Resolution #C-863-98 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Young THAT Confidential Report TR-86-98 be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered during a "closed" session of Council. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-864-98 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Report CD-64-98 and the corresponding By-laws 98-171 and 98-172 be tabled to a special Council meeting to be convened prior to December 1,1998. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-865-98 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Mutton THAT the meeting be "closed" for the purpose of discussing legal and personnel issues. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-866-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT Council recess for 15 minutes prior to the "closed" meeting. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-867-98 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the actions taken during the "closed" session, be ratified. "CARRIED" "" '- "" Council Minutes - 24- November 23, 1998 UNFINISHED BUSINESS BY-LAWS Resolution #C-868-98 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT the delegation of Wendy Orton be received with appreciation. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-869-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the delegation of Terri McCabe and Dianna Eastwood be received with appreciation. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-870-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Mutton THAT the presentation of Ray Bester be received and referred to the Chief Administrative Officer. "CARRIED" By-law 98-173 was distributed to Council as a handout. Resolution #C-871-98 Moved by Councillor Schell, 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: 98-169 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law ofthe former Corporation of the Town of Newcastle (Syvan Developments); Council Minutes - 25- November 23, 1998 '-" BY-LAWS 98-170 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality ofClarington and Escom Software Services Ltd. For the Community Services Recreation Software Program; and 98-173 being a by-law respecting the annual allowances paid to the Mayor and Members of Council and to repeal By-law 97-266. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-872-98 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 98-169, 98-170 and 98-173 be approved. "CARRIED" "" Regional Update Resolution #C-873-98 Committee/Boards Update Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the Regional and Committee/Boards Updates be referred to the Council meeting scheduled to be held on December 14,1998. "CARRIED" CONFIRMING BY-LAW Councillor Schell indicated a disclosure of pecuniary interest earlier in the meeting and refrained from discussion and voting on the Confirming By-Law. "" '-' ~ '- Council Minutes - 26- November 23, 1998 CONFIRMING BY-LAW ADJOURNMENT Resolution #C-874-98 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Mutton THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 98-174, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at this meeting held on the 23rd day of November 1998, and that the said by-law be now read a first and second time. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-875-98 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Mutton THAT the third and final reading of By-law 98-174 be approved. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-876-98 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT the meeting adjourn at 11 :50 p.m. "CARRIED" ~~~ , MAYOR