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Council Meeting Minutes
February 14, 2005
Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on February 14, 2005, at 7:00 p.m., in
the Council Chambers.
Councillor Schell led the meeting in prayer.
ROLL CALL
Present Were:
Mayor J. Mutton
Councillor A. Foster
Councillor D. MacArthur
Councillor P. Pingle
Councillor G. Robinson
Councillor J. Schell
Councillor C. Trim
Also Present:
Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Director of Planning Services, D. Crome
Deputy Treasurer, L. Gordon
Solicitor, D. Hefferon
Divisional Chief of Emergency & Fire Services, B. Hesson
Director of Operations, F. Horvath
Director of Corporate Services, M. Marano
Administrative Assistant to the Clerk, C. Tennisco
Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated for this meeting.
MINUTES
Resolution #C-071-05
Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on January 31,2005, be
approved.
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Resolution #C-072-05
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the minutes of a Special meeting of Council held on February 2,2005, be
approved.
"CARRIED"
Mayor Mutton welcomed John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, to the Council meeting.
PRESENTATION
Mayor Mutton announced a new award, the "Leadership and Courage Award" which
has been created to acknowledge actions above and beyond the call of duty. Mayor
Mutton, along with John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, presented the award to Bill Hesson,
Divisional Chief of Emergency & Fire Services, for his quick and outstanding actions at
the Caledon Propane scene, November 9, 2004.
DELEGATION
a)
Michelle Hicks, International Aid Cooperation Organization, a Canadian charity,
which openly accepts and respects all religions seeking peace and
cooperation, requested a letter of support and financial funding for the "IACO
Tsunami Relief'. The funding will assist with rebuilding 20 kindergarten
classrooms. The organization has a long history of achievements around the
world.
PRESENTATION
Roger Anderson, Regional Chair, Regional Municipality of Durham, provided Council
with his annual update. Mr. Anderson highlighted the following events of 2004 and the
challenges ahead for 2005:
Events in 2004
. The New Deal progressed along with the GST exemption and the first allocations
of the Provincial gax tax;
. Signing of the protocol between AMO and the Province to ensure municipalities
are consulted;
. Discussion papers, draft legislation topics ranged from accessibility issues,
water protection, the Greenbelt "Places to Grow", along with infrastructure funding,
planning reform and long term care legislation;
. Nuclear Waste Management Organization to be tracked closely to determine the
future of used nuclear fuel now stored in the community;
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PRESENTATION
. Waste management progressed with new addition to the blue box recycling and
the implementation of a Durham-only kitchen waste composting with a new indoor
composting facility to be completed in 2006;
. Official Plan amendments put the region in compliance with the Oak Ridges
Moraine Act and pressed ahead with the Regional Official Plan Review
. The November 2004 the Caledon propane explosion in Bowmanville launched
a tremendous joint response from the Clarington Fire Department, the Regional
Police, the Durham Emergency Measures Office and other partners with speed,
coordination and cooperation successfully in a crisis;
. 2004 capped off with Attorney General's announcement of new court house to
be completed in the winter 2008; no later than spring of 2009; and
. The Business Case and success of Regional Transit was the highest profile
and intense project of 2004 and was passed at Regional Council which required a
triple majority. Transit is a key comment for federal funding from both levels of
government.
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Challenges of 2005
. 2005 will create a service plan to move into the future and pursuing federal and
provincial funding;
. Regional road rehabilitation in Clarington consisted of Regional Road 20 at
Mosport Road, realignment and signalization at Bloor Street and Townline Road
and new signals were installed at Bloor Street and Prestonvale Road and King
Street and Roenigk Drive. In 2005 over 1 million dollars of road reconstruction at
Waverly Road/Baseline Road intersection and 1.4 million dollars for the CPR
overpass bn Courtice Road will commence.
. The Region will update and add infrastructure to deal with waste products by
the construction of the Courtice Water Pollution Control Plant and improvements to
the Duffins Creek Plant to increase biosolids incineration;
. Face the challenges with cost increases for long term care and health and
social services programs
. The Minister of the Environment approved the terms of Reference for the
Environmental Assessment for the 407 Extension;
. Durham will be a "Region on the Move" with Regional administrative staff
relocating to the new headquarters, construction at Hillsdale Estates in Oshawa
and Lakeview Manor in Beaverton; and
. Fairview Lodge in Whitby is the first of Durham Long Term Care facilities to
receive national accreditation by the Canadian Council;
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Roger Anderson concluded his presentation with the announcement of the upcoming
energy savings forum to be held on February 17, 2005 with the Durham
Manufacturers Association and UOIT at the Campus, the 2005 Global Traders Awards
on April 14, 2005 at the Deer Creek Golf and Country Club in Ajax, and the
sponsoring of a rural tourism conference "Beyond the City Lights" on April 19, 2005 at
the Scugog Community Centre.
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DELEGATION
b) Mark Hendrikx, Santa Claus Parade Committee requested Council's approval
to host the first annual Newcastle Santa Clause Parade on November 27, 2005
starting at 5:30 p.m. and to commence the parade with a fireworks display.
COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-073-05
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the communications to be received for information be approved as per the
agenda, with the exception of Items 1- 2,1-10, and 1- 20.
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Gary Polonsky, President, University of Ontario, expressing support of
Regional Transit. Mr. Polonsky states that in terms of economic
benefits, environmental responsibility and access to education
opportunities, an integrated public transit system is the key for Durham
Region.
Marnie Salon ius, Fundraising Coordinator, Canadian Cancer Society,
advising of the upcoming Cops for Cancer 2005 "Shave a Head", along
with a "Try-A-Tri" mini-triathlon event to raise awareness and funds for
the Canadian Cancer Society.
Robert Wallington, Corporate Planning and Development, Durham
Regional Police Service providing a copy of the 2005 - 2007 Business
Plan outlining the allocation of resources according to community needs
based on the framework of Communication, Administration, Response
and Employee support (CARE).
Minutes of the Kawartha Conservation meeting dated January 19, 2005.
Minutes of the Kawartha Conservation meeting dated January 27,2005.
Minutes of the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority meeting dated
December 9, 2004.
Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority meeting
dated January 18, 2005.
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Minutes of the Clarington Animal Advisory Committee meeting dated
January 12, 2005.
John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, submitting a copy of the Town of
Caledon's resolution regarding Bill 135 - The Greenbelt Act (October
2004 Draft Plan).
John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, submitting a copy of correspondence
received from the Honourable John Gerretsen, Minister of Municipal
Affairs and Housing regarding the designation of Orono in the proposed
Greenbelt legislation.
Jim MacDougall, Manager, Market Management, Compliance Office,
Ontario Energy Board, submitting a copy of correspondence to Michael
Angemeer, CEO, Veridian Connections, regarding the resolution of the
Municipality of Clarington - power outages in Bowmanville. Mr.
MacDougall advises Veridian Connections is complying with the
Distribution System Code (DSC) and it's Conditions of Service (CoS) to
resolve the power quality issues. The Compliance Office is interested in
the results of any investigation undertaken to address the reliability of
service and frequency of power outage concerns and requests this
update by May 1, 2005.
Gemma Connolly, Ministry of the Environment, providing a copy of the
Approval Order and the amended Ministry of Transportation 407 East
Environmental Assessment (EA) Terms of Reference, approved by the
Ministry of the Environment on January 17, 2005.
Stephen Kay, Chair and Lynda Hessey, Executive Director, District
Health Council, advising Council that on January 17, 2005 the
Honourable George Smitherman, Minister of Health and Long-Term
Care, announced the closing of the 16 District Health Councils as of
March 31, 2005. Beginning April 2005, the Local Health Integration
Networks (LHINs) will become the principal organizations responsible for
local and regional health system planning.
Roger Anderson, President, Association of Municipalities of Ontario,
submitting a copy of correspondence to the Honourable Greg Sorbara,
Minister of Finance, recommending that the CRF Committee re-enter
discussions with provincial officials on an advisory basis in order to
ensure that provincial officials are made aware of the potential municipal
impacts of any new funding models that the government is considering.
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Federation of Canadian Municipalities reaffirming its commitment to the
New Deal to bridge the fiscal gap between the resources of municipal
governments and their growing responsibilities, so they can work as
partners in meeting the problems affecting cities and communities.
Pat Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising
that at a meeting held on January 19, 2005 their Council passed the
following resolution regarding the Canadian Nuclear Health Committee:
"THAT the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) be
requested to provide the Durham Region Health Department with
a grant sufficient to cover the costs relating to research,
publication and dissemination of the 2005 edition of Radiation and
Health in Durham Region; and
THAT the President of CNSC, Durham's MPs, Ajax, Clarington
and Pickering Councils, and the Chief Medical Officer of health be
so advised."
Pat Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising
that at a meeting held on January 19, 2005 their Council passed the
following resolution regarding the 2005 Regional Business Plans,
Detailed Budgets and Public Notification Provisions:
"a ) THAT 2005 Timetable for the review of the detailed Regional
Business Plans and Budgets (as outlined in Attachment #1)
be approved with a final Council approval date scheduled for
April 13, 2005;
b ) THAT staff be authorized to notify the public of Regional
Council's intention to adopt the 2005 Regional Property Tax
Budget, and the 2005 Budgets for the Police Services Board
and Outside Agencies at it's regularly scheduled meeting of
April 13, 2005; and
c) THAT a copy of this report be forwarded to the Police Services
Board, the Conservation Authorities, other Outside Agencies and
the local Area Municipalities."
Marika Hare, General Manager, Central Region Operations, Enbridge,
supplying brochures regarding the Winter Warmth Fund, a joint venture
of the United Way and Enbridge Gas Distribution to aid low-income
families and individuals living at or below the poverty line who have
exhausted all other sources of financial support to pay their natural gas
bill.
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Beth Summers, Chief Financial Officer, Hydro One Inc., advising that
they have met with Veridian in regards to power outages in downtown
Bowmanville. It has been agreed that Veridian and Hydro One will
undertake a joint review of the supply situation to identify potential
improvements and the Bowmanville Business Centre has been notified
that their concerns are being addressed.
David Caplan and Joe Fontana, Ministers of the Ministry of Public
Infrastructure Renewal, advising that negotiations of the Affordable
Housing Program are underway and proceeding well. The province is
committed to matching federal funding for the program over time. The
additional funds should help in reducing the up-front capital costs and
thereby assist in making housing more affordable to residents.
Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee
meeting dated January 18, 2005.
Minutes of the Clarington Museums and Archives Board meeting dated
January 12, 2005.
Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board meeting dated
January 18, 2005.
Donna Russett, Volunteer Director, Ontario, Pitch-In Canada National
Office, announcing the new National Cell Phone Collection Program to
divert old, toxic, cell phones from landfill sites and that 123 schools were
certified as ecoActive Schools.
Resolution #C-074-05
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT Correspondence Item I - 2 be referred to the Director of Operations.
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Janice Prebble, Byng Studio Gallery, advising Council of a special event
for "International Women's Day", March 5, 2005. At the gallery, women
will be asked to participate in a photography, writing and installation
project to develop an exhibition featuring the thoughts, ideas and images
of women in Clarington. The exhibition will travel to another gallery in
Canada or beyond. During the evenings of March 5th and March 8th
(Women's International Day), they will project images (theme based on
the Mona Lisa's smile) onto the Durham Region Water Tower on Church
Street and onto the sidewalk in front of the gallery. The projectors would
be inside the gallery and in a private area and would cause no
obstruction to pedestrians.
Resolution #C-075-05
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item I -10 be referred to the Regional Municipality of Durham
for response; and
THAT failing approval of the Regional Municipality of Durham, municipal staff
investigate alternate locations.
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Central Lake Ontario Conservation advising that at a meeting held on
January 18, 2005 they passed a resolution to write the Minister of the
Environment urging that the province bring all of the relevant studies
pertaining to Sound-Sorb to conclusion in an expeditious manner.
Resolution #C-076-05
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the resolution of Central Lake Ontario Conservation regarding Sound-Sorb be
endorsed by the Municipality of Clarington.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #C-077 -05
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda, with the exception of
Items D - 3 to D - 7, inclusive.
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Mark Hendrikx, Newcastle Santa Claus Parade Committee, requesting
the following:
1) Council's approval to host the first annual Newcastle Santa Clause
Parade to be held on November 27, 2005 starting at 5:30 p.m. The
parade will start at North Street where it meets Mill Street, continue
North on Mill Street, turn east on King Street, and continue until it ends
at Arthur Street. Therefore, North Street will be required to be closed
from approximately 2:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Access to Remi Court would
be limited during this time and the parade route will need to be closed
from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.;
2) An invitation formally inviting Mayor Mutton to the event; and
3) Council's direction on a fireworks display to commence the parade.
(Approved provided the organizers apply for
and obtain a Road Occupancy Permit from
the Engineering Services Department and
exemption to the municipality's fireworks by-
law to allow for a fireworks display on
November 27,2005 approved)
Lou DeVuono, writing with respect to Rocky's Ride for Diabetes, a
motorcycle ride across Canada to raise awareness and funds for
Diabetes. The ride is set to begin in St. Johns, Newfoundland on July 1,
2005 and continue through all 1 0 provinces ending in Victoria, British
Columbia, on July 31,2005. He is requesting sponsorship and the
proclamation of July 2005 as "Rocky's Ride for Diabetes".
(Proclaimed and correspondence referred to
the Director of Corporate Services)
T. (Nan) Nanthakumaran, Project Engineer, Ministry of Transportation,
requesting an exemption from the Noise By-law, to allow for noise
producing construction activities commencing June 1, 2005 to
September 30, 2005 to occur Monday through Friday, from 11 :00 p.m. to
7:00 a.m. The purpose of the construction is to undertake a
rehabilitation of Highway 35/115 from Main Street (N. Jct of RR17) to
Highway 35/115 split including the installation of new noise barriers in
Orono.
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COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-078-05
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Robinson
THAT Correspondence Item D - 3 be approved for an exemption to the Noise By-law
from June 1, 2005 to September 30, 2005 provided the requirements of the
Engineering Services Department are met.
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Jerry Ouellette, MPP, Oshawa, Natural Resources Critic, Official
Opposition, advising that the Minister of Natural Resources has released
a strategy for the conservation of wolves in Ontario. The Ministry's own
data suggests that the wolf population in Ontario has remained stable
and unchanged since the early 1900's. There is simply no rationale for
implementing a wolf conservation program in this province, and the
chances are more likely to have a negative impact by including coyotes
in this policy. He is requesting Council's support that hunting and
trapping are regulated activities which have no detrimental effect on the
wolf population. He invites Council to review the proposed strategy and
make their concerns known to the Ministry.
Resolution #C-079-05
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT Correspondence Item D - 4 be endorsed by the Municipality of Clarington.
"CARRIED"
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Debbie Leroux, Deputy Clerk, Township of Uxbridge, advising that at a
meeting held on January 24, 2005 their Council passed the following
resolution regarding the Private Sector Property Assessments:
"THAT the Finance Committee for the Township of Uxbridge
support competition and privatization in the provision of property
assessment services in order to promote the efficient and
effective use of public resources and notify the Minister of
Finance accordingly and that a copy of this motion be forwarded
to all members of the Greater Toronto Countryside Mayors'
Alliance."
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COMMUNICATIONS
Resolution #C-080-05
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item D - 5 be received for information.
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Mayor David Miller, City of Toronto, requesting support and Councils
views on the City of Toronto pursuing a bid to host a World Expo in the
year 2015. As a registered exhibition, this event is held every five years,
has an overall theme and lasts for approximately six months. World
Expos bring together nations of the world to explore issues of common
interest while showcasing a nation's culture, ingenuity, achievement,
innovation, excellence and leadership. Toronto is the only Canadian city
to have expressed an interest for 2015 and has registered its intentions
with the federal Department of Canadian Heritage.
Resolution #C-081-05
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Correspondence Item D - 6 be received for information.
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Heather Babcock, Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Midland,
advising that at a meeting held on January 24, 2005 their Council
passed the following resolution regarding the Veterans Licence Plate
Program:
"THAT municipalities throughout the Province that administer and
enforce parking policies, be urged to support a Veteran
Recognition Program wherein vehicles displaying an Ontario
Veterans License Plate be exempted from certain enforceable
regulations, and;
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COMMUNICATIONS
THAT this resolution be distributed to all municipalities and to
AMO for support."
Resolution #C-082-05
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor MacArthur
THAT Correspondence Item D - 7 be received and referred to the Municipal Clerk.
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NOTICE OF MOTION
REPORTS
Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report-
February 7, 2005
Resolution #C-083-05
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of
February 7, 2005, be approved.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-084-05
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT Roger Anderson, Regional Chair, Regional Municipality of Durham, be thanked
for his presentation.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution #C-085-05
Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the delegation of Michelle Hicks be received;
THAT a letter of support be sent to the International Aid Cooperation Organization;
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THAT the request for financial aid be referred to the Director of Community Services.
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OTHER BUSINESS
Mayor Mutton announced US Consul General Jessica LeCroy, toured Clarington on
Friday, February 11, 2005. It was an excellent opportunity for the Ms. LeCroy to visit
our export companies, the Energy Park, St. Marys and numerous tourist locations.
BY-LAWS
Resolution #C-086-05
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2005-013 and 2005-022, and that the
said by-laws be now read a first and second time:
2005-013 being a by-law to amend By-law 2004-024, a by-law to appoint members to
the Samuel Wilmot nature Area Management Advisory Committee
2005-014 being a by-law to amend By-law 2004-054, a by-law to appoint
Members to the Clarington Museums and Archives Board
2005-015 being a by-law to amend By-law 2004-012, a by-law to appoint
Members to the Animal Advisory Committee
2005-016 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the
Municipality of Clarington and Organization Consulting Limited, Toronto,
Ontario to enter into an agreement for Family Physician Recruitment Services
2005-017 being a by-law to establish, layout and dedicate certain lands as public
highways in the Municipality of Clarington
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BY-LAWS
2005-018 being a by-law to assume certain streets within the Municipality of Clarington
as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington
2005-019 being a by-law to establish, layout and dedicate certain lands as public
highways in the Municipality of Clarington
2005-020 being a by-law to assume certain streets within the Municipality of Clarington
as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington
2005-021 being a by-law to delegate responsibility for holding hearings under the
Municipal Act
2005-022 being a by-law to prescribe the form and manner and times for the Provision of
Notice
Resolution #C-087-05
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster
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THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2005-013 to 2005-022 inclusive, be
approved.
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CONFIRMING BY.LAW
Resolution #C-088-05
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2005-023 being a by-law to confirm the
proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at this meeting held on the
14th day of February, 2005, and that the said by-law be now read a first and second
time.
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Resolution #C-089-05
Moved by Councillor MacArthur, seconded by Councillor Foster
. THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2005-023 be approved.
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ADJOURNMENT
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Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT the meeting adjourn at 7:47 p.m.
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