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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/14/2005 ?\:: . . . C'!!J.rlfJgton 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. "CARRIED" , . . . Council Meeting Minutes -2- February 14, 2005 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; . Council Meeting Minutes .3- February 14, 2005 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. . 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; . 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. . . . Council Meeting Minutes -4. February 14, 2005 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. I - 1 T03.GE 1-3 M02.GE 1-4 P17.GE 1-5 A01.KA 1-6 A01.KA 1-7 A01.GA 1- 8 A01.CE "CARRIED" 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. . . . Council Meeting Minutes -5. February 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS 1-9 C06.AN I - 11 E05.GR I - 12 E05.GR 1- 13 E05,VE 1- 14 T05.HI 1-15 S08.GE 1- 16 AO 1 .AM 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. . Council Meeting Minutes -6- February 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS 1-17 A01.FE 1-18 C10.MO . 1- 19 C10.MO I - 21 E05.GE . 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. . . . Council Meeting Minutes .7. February 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS 1-22 E05.HY 1-23 D04.GE 1- 24 C06.AR 1-25 C06.MU 1-26 C06.NE 1-2 E07.GE 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. "CARRIED" . . . Council Meeting Minutes -8. February 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS 1- 10 M02.GE 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. "CARRIED" 1-20 A01.CE E05.GE 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. "CARRIED" . . . Council Meeting Minutes .9- February 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS D -1 C06.NE D-2 M02.GE D-3 P01.GE 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. . . . Council Meeting Minutes -10- February 14, 2005 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. "CARRIED" D-4 P14.GE 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" D-5 C10.MO 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." . . . Council Meeting Minutes -11- February 14, 2005 COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-080-05 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Item D - 5 be received for information. "CARRIED" D-6 M02.GE 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. "CARRIED" D-7 C10.MO 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; . . . Council Meeting Minutes .12. February 14, 2005 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. "CARRIED" 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. "CARRIED" 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. "CARRIED" . . . Council Meeting Minutes .13. February 14, 2005 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; and THAT the request for financial aid be referred to the Director of Community Services. "CARRIED" 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 . . Council Meeting Minutes .14. February 14, 2005 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 . THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2005-013 to 2005-022 inclusive, be approved. "CARRIED" 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. "CARRIED" 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. "CARRIED" . . . Council Meeting Minutes ADJOURNMENT Resolution #C-090-05 -15- February 14, 2005 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT the meeting adjourn at 7:47 p.m. ~'MdiJ:- MA R "CARRIED"