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THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARlNGTON
General Purpose and Administration Committee
April 19, 1999
Minutes of a meeting of the General Purpose and
Administration Committee held on Monday,
April 19, 1999 at 9:30 a.m" in the Council
Chambers.
ROLL CALL
Present Were:
Mayor D. Hamre
Councillor J. Mutton
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor J. Rowe
Councillor J. Schell
Councillor C, Trim
Councillor T. Young
A Iso Present:
Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Acting Director of Planning and Development, D. Crome
Solicitor, D. Hefferon (attended at I :30 p.m.)
Treasurer, M. Marano
Director of Public Works, S. Vokes
Divisional Fire Chief, G. Weir (until I :50 p.m.)
Deputy Clerk, M. Knight Stanley
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Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting.
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest made at the meeting.
MINUTES
Resolution #GPA-214-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of the General Purpose and Administration
Committee held on March 22, ]999, and a special meeting of the General Purpose
and Administration Committee held on April 12, 1999, be approved.
"CARRIED"
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PRESENTATIONS
(a) Dave Clark, General Manager, Clarington Hydro, Box 130, Bowmanville,
LIC 3K9 - circulated a document entitled "Clarington Hydro - 1998
Financial Highlights" and, with the aid of overheads, noted the following
points:
. Clarington Hydro - 1998 Financial Highlights;
. Customer growth;
. 1998 Revenues;
. Local cost;
. Customer per employee/600;
. Operating costs per customer;
. Monthly residential bill;
. 1998 plant improvement; and
. Forecast plant improvements.
Mr. Clark introduced the Chairman of the Hydro Commission,
Mr, George VanDyk who described the following:
. Reliability and customer service; and
. The future.
(b) Frank Wn, Chief Administrative Officer - highlighted some of the key
components of Report ADMIN-II-99 stating that:
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"to do nothing is not an option".
Resolution #GPA-21S-99
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the order of the agenda be altered to allow for considetation of Report
ADM1N-l 1-99 at this time.
"CARRIED"
Energy Competition Resolution #GPA-216-99
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Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Report ADMIN-II-99 be received;
THAT Council endorse the principle of amalgamation of the five municipal utilities
of Pickering, Ajax, Uxbridge, Brock and Clarington;
THAT the Chief Administrative Officer and appropriate staffbe authorized to
undertake all necessary action to finalize the amalgamation and the shareholder
agreement; and
THAT Clarington Hydro Electric Commission, the Town of Ajax, Pickering, Brock
and Uxbridge, and their representative Hydro Electric Commissions be advised of
Council's decision.
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"CARRIED"
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DELEGATIONS
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(a) Rev. Frank Lockhart and Mr. Bob Simpson, c/o Valleys 2000, P.O. Box 364,
Bowmanville, LI C 3L I - thanked members of staff for this "pioneering" partnership
between the volunteers and the Municipality. The organization has undertaken the
following endeavors:
. completed an application form for charitable status to facilitate fundraising;
. incorporation documents have been initiated;
. public relations efforts have been undertaken;
. a consultant has been hired and inventory of natural features has begun; and
. the Memo of Understanding must be executed so that the organization can retain
some independence to allow for fundraising. Liability insurance in the amount of
$9,000 yearly must be paid to cover liability of$9 million,
(b) Debbie Clark, Valiant Property Management UDI, 177 Nonquon Road, 20th Floor,
Oshawa, L2G 3S2 - stated that, although she understands the reason for the report, her
two major concerns are as follows:
. the requirement to widen the townhouse lots to 7.5 metres will negatively impact
the market place; and
. her organization has received draft plan approval and, requesting the builder to
meet the new requirements could give just cause for the builder to back out of the
agreement.
She requested that Report PD-36-99 be tabled to allow more time for their consultant
and solicitor to review the contents of the report.
(c)
Jamie MacInnis, Dnrham Region Homebuilders Association, P.O. Box 26064,
206 King Street East, Oshawa, LIH ICO - reiterated the concerns expressed by
Debbie Clark and added the following concerns:
. revisions to townhouse blocks should be reviewed on a case by case basis;
. the proposed requirement to increase the size of garages is excessive and will be
very expensive, ie. approximately $6,000 additional cost to each house; and
. the increase in a townhouse lot from 6 metres to 7.5 metres will generate an
additional cost of $8,000 per lot.
He noted that there are some very good recommendations contained in the staff report
and requested that Report PD-36-99 be tabled to allow for further dialogue with staff in
an endeavour to reach a mutually satisfactory arrangement for all parties.
Resolution #G P A - 217 -99
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the Committee recess for 15 minutes.
"CARRIED"
The meeting reconvened at 10:20 a.m.
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DELEGATIONS CONT'D
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PUBLIC MEETINGS
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(d) Joseph Virgilio, 1 West Pearce Street, Suite 110, Richmond Hill, L4B 3K3-
advised that he was representing Scugog Development and requested that, since his
client has received draft plan approval, he be exempted from the new requirements
contained in Report PD-36-99. He suggested the following:
. that sidewalks be eliminated from this plan as this would allow for two parking
spaces in the driveway with the second car parking on the driveway apron; and
. a storage shed erected in the back yard could allow for storage of gardening tools
and various items which are now being stored in the garage.
(e) Representative from Liza Developments, Liza Homes, 30 Werthim Court, Suite 9,
Richmond Hill, L4B 1 B9 - was called but was not present.
(f) Representative from Schickedanz Development Ltd., 3311 Bayview Avenue,
Suite 105, WilIowdale, M2K 1 G4 - was called but was not present.
(g) Representative from Landcrest Development Management Inc., 633 Edgeley
Boulevard, Unit 3, Concord, L4K 4H6 - was called but was not present.
(h) Representative from 970973 Ontario Limited, 82 Beechwood Avenue, North
York, M2L 1J5 - advised in a Jetter dated April 18, 1999, that he would not be in
attendance.
(1) W,D. Manson, W.D.M. Consultants, 20 Clematis Road, Willowdale, M2N 4X2 -
appeared on behalf of Courtice Heights Development stating that the development at
Nash and Trulls Road is almost ready to proceed and looks forward to working with
staff to address all municipal requirements.
G) Representative from Hyperion Gronp Inc., 789 Don Mills Road, Snite 500, Don
Mills, M3C 1 T5 - was called but was not present.
Councillor Novak chaired this portion of the meeting,
Pursuant to the Plauning Act, the Council of the Municipality of Clarington,
through its General Purpose and Administration Committee, is holding a Public
Meeting for the following applications:
(a) Clarington Official Plan Amendment - Part Lots IS, 16 and 17, Concessions I
and 2, Former Township of Darlington - Municipality of Clarington.
(b) Rezoning Application - Part Lot 8, Concession 1, Former Township of
Clarke - Sam Cureatz, Q.C., on behalf of James William Hale, in trust.
The Deputy Clerk advised that public notice for the rezoning application was sent
by fIrst class mail on or before March 24, 1999, to all property owners within
120 metres of the subject property in accordance with the latest municipal
assessment record. In addition, notice was also posted on the site prior to
March 24, 1999, This notice procedure is in compliance with the Ontario
Regulation made under the Plarming Act.
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PUBLIC MEETINGS CONT'D
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Public notice for the official plan amendment application was placed in local
newspapers. In addition, notices were also sent by first class mail on or before
March 24,1999, to all property owners within 120 metres of the subject property in
accordance with the latest municipal assessment records. This notice procedure is
in compliance with the Ontario Regulation made under the Planning Act.
The Chairman announced that the Acting Director of Planning and Development
would describe the purpose and effect of the proposed amendment, then the
objectors would be heard, followed by the supporters and the applicant.
(a) Report PD-32-99 - Municipality ofClarington - the amendment proposes that
the Bowmanville West Main Central Area boundary be extended northward to
include the future public secondary school and community park. Uptown
A venue would be realigned and extended between Green Road and Regional
Road 57. Additional lands would be designated for retail commercial
purposes. Various policy changes are proposed for retail areas and roads.
No one spoke in opposition to this application.
Bob Martindale, Martindale Planning Services, 23 Elizabeth Street, Ajax,
LIT 2Xl- expressed support for the recommendations contained in Report
PD-32-99.
Brian Bridgeman, Walker Not! Dragicevic, 172 St, George Street, Toronto,
M5R 2M7 - expressed support for the recommendations contained in Report
PD-32-99 further stating that it would also be appropriate to include the lands
located on the north and south side of Highway #2 for zoning re-designation.
(b) Report PD-33-99 - Sam Cureatz, Q,C., on behalf of James William Hale, in
trust - the purpose and effect of the application is to rezone the lands to permit
the development of two commercial lots of 0.2 hectares fronting onto
Highway No.2 and one lot of 0.19 hectares for residential use fronting on
Rose Crescent.
No one spoke in opposition to or in support of the application.
Sam Cureatz, Q.c., 104 James Street West, Newcastle, Ll b lC6 - appeared on
behalf of the applicant and advised that he anticipates being able to satisfy the
concerns of the Regional Health Unit within approximately one month.
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Clarington Official
Plan Amendment
West Bowmanville
D09.COPA.99.001
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Resolution #GPA-218-99
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Report PD-32-99 be received;
THAT the application to amend the Clarington Official Plan as initiated by the
Municipality of Clarington be referred back to staff for further processing and
preparation of a subsequent report pending receipt of all outstanding comments; and
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CONTD
THAT the Region of Durham Planning Department and all interested parties listed
in Report PD-32-99 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Rezoning Application Resolution #GPA-219-99
James William Hale
In Trust Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Rowe
Dl4 ,ZBA. 99.008
THAT Report PD-33-99 be received;
THAT the application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit the development of
two lots for commercial use and one lot for residential use be referred back to staff
for further processing and preparation of a subsequent report; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-33-99 and any delegation be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Memorandum of
Understanding
Valleys 2000
Resolution #GPA-220-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT Report PD-19-99 be received;
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THAT the Memorandum of Understanding between Valleys 2000 aod the
Municipality of Clarington be approved;
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the Memorandum of
Understanding on behalf of the Municipality of Clarington;
THAT the sum of$40,500.00 be allocated from 1110-166-X Cash-in-lieu of
Parkland to cover the cost of appraisals, legal fees, surveys and environmental
audits associated with lands and/or easements for the lands identified in the Project;
THAT Council provide a grant to Valleys 2000 equivalent to the insurance
premiums up to a maximum of $9000.00 for the first year and $2000.00 for each of
the remaining four years, and that such funds be drawn from 7007-X-254
Unclassified Admin - Insurance Coverage;
THAT a By-law authorizing execution of the Memorandum be forwarded to
Council for approval; and
THAT Rev, Frank Lockhart, Chair of Valleys 2000 be advised of Council's
decision.
"CARRIED"
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CONT'D
Resolution #GPA-221-99
Appointments to
Samuel Wilmot
Nature Area
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Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT Report PD- 34-99 be received;
THAT Mr. Terry Hutchinson, Mr. David Lawson, Mr. Dick Lovekin, Mr. Guy
Morey, Mr. Carl Schenk, Mr, Robert Wilsher, Mr. William Woo, Mr. Mark Wright
and Mr. Tim Rance from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Mr. Warren Coulter or
Mr. Mark Peacock from Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority and Ms.
Cynthia Strike or her alternate from the Municipality of Cia ring ton be appointed to
the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee for a term
concurrent with the term of the appointing Council, FORTHWITH;
THAT a member of Council be appointed to sit on the Management Advisory
Committee for the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area; and
THAT all applicants be advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED AS AMENDED
LATER IN THE MEETING"
(SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTIONS)
Resolution #GPA-222-99
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the foregoing Resolution #GP A-22 1-99 be amended by adding the following
wording thereto:
"THAT the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee be amended
to increase the available positions from the public at large from eight (S) to nine (9); and
THAT Ms. Cheryl Leishman be added to those candidates recommended for appointment
to the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee."
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-223-99
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT the foregoing Resolution #GPA-222-99 be amended by deleting the words "eight
(S) to nine (9)" and replacing with the following: "nine (9) to ten (10)".
THAT the foregoing Resolution #GPA-22 1-99 be amended by adding the following
wording thereto:
"THAT Mr. R.B, Rickard be added to those candidates recommended for appointment to
the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee."
"CARRIED"
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CONT'D
Resolution #GPA-224-99
Subdivision
Status Report
January I, 1999
Parking in
Residential Areas
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Decisions of the
Committee of
Adjustment
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Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Mutton
THAT the foregoing Resolution #GPA-221-99 be amended by replacing the third
paragraph with the following wording:
"THAT Councillor Trim be appointed to sit on the Management Committee for the
Samuel Wilmot Nature Area."
"CARRIED"
The foregoing Resolution #GPA-221-99 was then put to a vote and "CARRIED AS
AMENDED".
Resolution #GPA-225-99
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT Report PD-35-99 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-226-99
Move by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Report PD-36-99 be tabled for a maximum period of two weeks.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-227-99
Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Report PD-37-99 be received;
THAT Council concur with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made on
April 8, 1999 for Applications A99/004, A99/006 to A99/00S inclusive; and
THA T staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend
the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment for Applications A99/004, A 99/006
to A99/008 inclusive, in the event of an appeal.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-22S-99
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT the Committee recess for lunch until I :30 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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CLERKS DEPARTMENT
Animal Services
Monthly Report
March, 1999
The meeting reconvened at I :30 p.m.
Councillor Trim chaired this portion of the meeting,
Resolution #GPA-229-99
Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT Report CD-14-99 be received for information; and
THAT a copy of Report CD-14-99 be forwarded to the Animal Alliance of Canada
and the Animal Advisory Committee,
"CARRIED"
Councillor Mutton chaired this portion of the meeting.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT
Cash Activity
Report
December 1998
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Cash Activity
January 1999
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Resolution #GPA-230-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Report TR-16-99 be received;
THAT, in accordance with provision of Chapter M-45, Section 79 (I) of the
Municipal Act, R.S.O. 1990, the Treasurer reports the cash position of the
Municipality of Cia ring ton for the month ended December 31, 1998, is as shown on
the schedule attached to Report TR-16-99; and
THAT Part "A" of the expenditures for the month of December 1998, be confirmed.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-23 1-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Report TR-17-99 be received;
THAT, in accordance with provision of Chapter M-45, Section 79 (I) of the
Municipal Act, R.S,O. 1990, the Treasurer reports the cash position of the
Municipality of Clarington for the month ended January 31, 1999, is as shown on
the schedule attached to Report TR-17-99; and
THAT Part "A" of the expenditures for the month of January 1999, be confirmed.
"CARRIED"
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TREASURY DEPARTMENT CONT'D
Cash Activity
February 1999
Resolution #GPA-232-99
Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell
THA T Report TR-18-99 be received;
THAT, in accordance with provision of Chapter M-45, Section 79 (I) of the
Municipal Act, R.S.O. 1990, the Treasurer reports the cash position of the
Municipality ofClarington for the month ended February 28, 1999, is as shown on
the schedule attached to Report TR-IS-99; and
THAT Part "A" of the expenditures for the month of February 1999, be confIrmed,
"CARRIED"
Councillor Schell chaired this portion of the meeting.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Monthly Fire
March, 1999
Resolution #GPA-233-99
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim
THAT Report FD-S-99 be received for information.
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"CARRIED"
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
No were no reports considered under this section of the agenda.
Councillor Young chaired this portion of the meeting.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Building Permit
Activity for
March 1999
Resolution #GPA-234-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT Report WD-19-99 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting,
ADMINISTRATION
ADMIN-l 1-99
Report ADMIN-I 1-99 was considered early in the meeting (see Page 2, Resolution
#GPA-216-99).
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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There were no items considered under this section of the agenda.
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OTHER BUSINESS
Solicitor's
Verbal Report
ADJOURNMENT
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There were no items considered under this section of the agenda.
Resolution #GPA-235-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Young
THAT the meeting be "closed" to hear the verbal report of the Solicitor pertaining
to a legal matter.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-236-99
Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Rowe
THAT the verbal report of the Solicitor be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-237-99
Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Schell
THAT the meeting adjourn at 2:55 p.m,
"CARRIED"
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