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THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
General Purpose and Administration Committee
ROLL CALL
Present Were:
Also Present:
DECLARATIONS OF
INTEREST
MINUTES
Minutes of a meeting of the General Purpose
and Administration Committee held on Monday,
March 3, 1997 at 9:30 a.m., in the Council Chambers.
Mayor D. Hamre
Councillor A. Dreslinski
Councillor C. Elliott
Councillor L. Hannah
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor P. Pingle
Councillor D. Scott
Chief Administrative Officer, W. Stockwell
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana (Until 10:45 a.m.)
Fire Chief, M. Creighton (Until 10:45 a.m.)
Treasurer, M. Marano
Director of Public Works, S. Vokes (Until 10:45 a.m.)
Director of Planning and Development, F. Wu (Until 10:45 a.m.)
Deputy Clerk, M. Knight
Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting.
There were no declarations of interest stated for this meeting.
Resolution ItGPA-93-97
Moved by Councillor Hannah, Seconded by Councillor Pingle
March 3, 1997
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of the General Purpose and Administration
Committee held on February 17, 1997, be approved.
"CARRIED"
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DELEGATIONS
PUBLIC MEETINGS
(a) Libby Racansky, 3200 Hancock Road, Courtice, L 1E 2M1 - circulated a copy
of her presentation dated March 3, 1997 and made the following comments
pertaining to Report PD-29-97:
. suggested that lots 7, 8, 9 and 10 of the proposed Plan of Subdivision be
set aside to preserve the trees on the lot;
. questioned conformity to the Regional Official Plan; and
. questioned the negative impact that small and large scale developments
will have on the whole eco-system.
Ms. Racansky noted the following points pertaining to Report PD-31-97-
Tree Preservation By-law:
. the definition of a woodlot should be broken down to 0.25 hectare;
. suggested that the protection of the Courtice and Trulls Woods be
included in the by-law in order to preserve this corridor;
. questioned how section 7.2.1 (iii) will be controlled/monitored;
. suggested the implementation of a "per tree" charge upon approval of the
appl ication to cut trees; and
. requested Members of the Committee to consider the establishment of an
Environmental Steering Committee.
(b)
Bob Annaert, D.G. Biddle & Associates, 96 King Street East, Oshawa,
L 1 H 1 B6 - expressed support for the recommendations contained in Report
PD-29-97 and advised that Mrs. Racansky's concerns have been addressed
during the application process.
(c)
Evylin Stroud, 89 Little Avenue, Bowmanville, L lC 119 - re: Report
PD-31-97 - requested a written response pertaining to the following:
. does the amount of $10,000 as a maximum fine vary for a developer vs.
an individual?
. Section 3.2 (ix) examples of how the exemptions apply if works are
undertaken by the Municipality or the Regional Municipality of Durham;
and
. why the Oak Ridges Moraine was not included as part of the areas to be
protected under this by-law.
Pursuant to the Planning 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) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment- Part Lot 16, Concession 1, former
Township of Darlington - West Bowmanville Developments Ltd.
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PUBLIC MEETINGS CONT'D.
(b) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment- Part Lot 16, Concession 1, former
Township of Darlington - Bayly Holdings Inc.
The Deputy Clerk advised that public notices were sent for the rezoning
application and the proposed plan of subdivision application by first class mail on
or before February 3, 1997, to all property owners within 120 metres of the
subject properties in accordance with the latest municipal assessment record. In
addition, notices were also posted on the site prior to February 3, 1997. This
notice procedure is in compliance with the Ontario Regulation made under the
Planning Act.
The Chairman announced that the Director of Planning and Development would
describe the purpose and effect of the proposed amendments, then the objectors
would be heard, followed by the supporters and the applicant.
(a)
Report PD-27-97 - West Bowmanvi lie Developments Ltd. - the purpose of the
application is to rezone the subject lands to an appropriate zone to permit
reduced front yard setbacks of 2 metres and side and rear yard setbacks of 3
metres.
Ray Hottot, 71 Fry Cres., Bowmanville, L1C 4Y3, circulated a copy of his
letter dated March 3, 1997 wherein he expresses the following concerns:
. purchasers of these homes were advised that the developer had no
intention of developing this site;
. if the proposed set-back is approved, the houses will be so close to the
existing homes that they will impede the sunlight;
. additional noise; and
. deval uation of homes.
Mr. Hottot circulated letters from the following individuals who have
concerns regarding this application:
Wade Rowley, 63 Landerville Lane, Bowmanville, L 1 C 4Yl;
Robert and Karen Hollinger, 70 Fry Cres., Bowmanville, L 1 C 4Y3;
Y. Hilts, Landerville Lane, Bowmanville;
Kerry and Barbara Lewis, 75 Fry Cres., Bowmanville, L 1 C 4Y3; and
Rob Conquer, 79 Fry Cres., Bowmanvi lie, L 1C 4Y3.
Samantha Nelson, Aspen Springs Community Association, 77 Bonnycastle
Drive, Bowmanville, L lC 4S9, stated that she would like the opportunity to
review the plans for what is proposed to be developed to the south of the
Aspen Springs Development.
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PUBLIC MEETINGS CONT'D.
No one spoke in support of the application.
Kelvin Whalen, 1029 McNicoll Ave., Scarborough, M1W 3W6, advised
Members of the Committee that the applicant is seeking zoning relief for the
parcels on the north and south of the Aspen Springs strictly as a matter of
convenience. To alleviate the concerns of the existing residents, he advised
that the applicant is willing to respect the 7.5 metre set-back for the blocks
on the east and the south. He advised that there is no definite site plan
intentions at this time for the southern site. He stated that the applicant will
confer with members of the Aspen Springs Community Association before
proceeding with development of the southern site.
(b)
Report PD-28-97 - Bayly Holdings lnc. - the purpose of the application is to
rezone the property to appropriate zone categories to permit the
development of a plan of subdivision containing 52 single family dwellings;
71 semi-detached/link lots (142 units); 90 on street townhouse units;
75 stacked townhouse/low rise apartment units and blocks for park, school
and neighbourhood commercial uses.
No one spoke in opposition to or in support of this application.
Glen Genge, The Greer Galloway Group Inc., 973 Crawford Drive,
Peterborough, K9V 3X1, noted concurrence with the contents of Report
PD-28-97 and advised that the applicant will address all of the requirements
of the Municipality of Clarington.
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Rezoning
West Bowmanville
Developments Ltd.
D14.DEV.96.067
Resolution ItGPA-94-97
Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Counci Ilor Novak
THAT Report PD-27-97 be received;
THAT the application to amend the former Town of Newcastle Comprehensive
Zoning By-law 84-63, as amended, submitted by West Bowmanville
Developments Ltd. be referred back to Staff for further processing; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-27-97 and any delegation be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CONT'D.
Rezoning and
Plan of Subdivision
Bayly Holdings Inc.
D14.DEV.97.002
D12.18T.96014
Resolution ItGPA-9S-97
Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Elliott
THAT Report PD-28-97 be received;
THAT the application to amend the Town of Newcastle Comprehensive Zoning
By-law 84-63, as amended, submitted by The Greer Galloway Group lnc. on
behalf of Bayly Holdings Ltd. be referred back to staff for further processing;
THAT the application for the proposed draft plan of subdivision submitted by The
Greer Galloway Group Inc. on behalf of Bayly Holdings Ltd. be referred back to
staff for further processing;
THAT, within 15 days of the Public Meeting, the Commissioner of Planning for
the Region of Durham be advised and provided, by sworn declaration from the
Clerk, the following:
i) that the Municipality held a Public Meeting in accordance with Section 51
(21.1) of the Planning Act for the subject subdivision application;
ii) a copy of the minutes of said meeting;
iii) a copy of all written submissions received by the Municipality;
iv) a list of all persons and public bodies, including their mailing addresses, who
made oral submissions at the public meeting or written submissions; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-28-97 and any delegation be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Rezoning and Plan Resolution ItGPA-96-97
of Subdivision
Jane & Charles Rowe Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Hannah
D14.DEV.96.007
D12.18T.96002 THAT Report PD-29-97 be received;
THAT the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and the Plan of Subdivision
application which were reviewed in consideration of Council Resolution
ItC-780-89 and it was deemed that the proposed Plan of Subdivision would not
impact on the future alignment of the Adelaide Avenue extension, be approved;
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CONT'D.
Monitoring the
Decisions of
the Committee
of Adj ustment
D13.CO.
Municipality of
Clarington Tree
Preservation
By-law
THAT the proposed Plan of Subdivision 18T-96002 revised and dated
February 21, 1997, as per Attachment No.2 to Report PD-29-97 be approved
subject to the conditions of Draft Approval contained in Attachment No.3 to
Report PD-29-97;
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized, by By-law, to execute a Subdivision
Agreement between the Owner and the Municipality of Clarington at such time as
the Agreement has been finalized to the satisfaction of the Director of Public
Works and the Director of Planning and Development;
THAT an amendment to Zoning By-law 84-63 be forwarded to Council for
approval to remove the Holding (H) Symbol at such time as the Subdivision
Agreement has been finalized to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works
and the Director of Planning and Development;
THAT a copy of Report PD-29-97 and Council's decision be forwarded to the
Region of Durham Planning Department; and
THAT the interested parties listed in Report PD-29-97 and any delegation be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Resolution ItGPA-97-97
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT Report PD-30-97 be received;
THAT Council concur with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made
on February 13, 1997; and
THAT Staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend
the decision of the Committee of Adjustment in the event of an appeal.
"CARRIED"
Resolution ItGPA-98-97
Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Report PD-31-97 be received;
THAT the Municipality of Clarington Tree Preservation By-law, attached to Report
PD-31-97, be adopted;
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CONT'D.
CLERK'S DEPARTMENT
Adult Entertainment
Parlours - Lap
Dancing
THAT Staff be authorized to provide Public Notice of the adoption of the Tree
Preservation By-law in appropriate newspapers;
THAT Staff be further authorized to initiate discussions with the Central Lake
Ontario Conservation Authority regarding the appointment of Authority Staff as
Officers for the purposes of the Tree Preservation By-law; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-31-97 and any delegation be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Pingle chaired this portion of the meeting.
Resolution ItGPA-99-97
Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Report CD-12-97 be received;
THAT the by-law attached to Report CD-12-97 be forwarded to Council for
approval; and
THAT Katharine Goldberg, the Castle Hotel, and the Tanglewood be advised of
Council's decision and forwarded a copy of the by-law.
"CARRIED AS AMENDED
LATER IN THE MEETING"
(SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION)
Resolution ItGPA-l00-97
Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT the foregoing Resolution ItGPA-99-97 be amended by adding the following
wording to the third paragraph:
"Port Darlington Marina, Busters and the Regional Police Services".
"CARRIED"
The foregoing Resolution ItGPA-99-97 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS
AMENDED.
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TREASURY DEPARTMENT
Tax Certificate Fax
Back System
Confidential Report
TR-13-97
Councillor Novak chaired this portion of the meeting.
Resolution ItGPA-101-97
Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Elliott
THAT Report TR-11-97 be received;
THAT in order to provide an improved level of service option to tax certificate
customers, Council approve a charge of $45.00 for tax certificates provided via a
fax back service, with the fee for the current service remaining at $25.00 for 1997
and $55.00 and $35.00 respectively for 1998;
THAT the appropriate By-Law be forwarded to Council;
THAT a fee be established for tax receipts issued at other than the time of
payment at $5.00 effective June 1, 1997 and $7.00 effective January 1, 1998, with
the appropriate By-Law forwarded to Council;
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement with Synam ics
Inc. for the provision of a tax certificate fax back system; and
THAT the appropriate By-Law be forwarded to Council with the agreement
attached as Schedule "A" of the By-law.
"CARRIED"
Resol ution #GPA-l02-97
Moved by Councillor Elliott, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Confidential Report TR-13-97 be referred to the end of the agenda to be
considered at a "closed" meeting.
"CARRIED"
Mayor & Councillors' Resolution ItGPA-103-97
Rem uneration &
Expenses for 1996 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski
THAT Report TR-14-97 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
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TREASURY DEPARTMENT CONT'D.
Request to M.T.O. Resolution ItGPA-l04-97
for Removal of
Premium Fee Charged Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Hannah
to G.T.A. Drivers
WHEREAS the Ministry of Transportation charges a premium on drivers' licence
fees and vehicle licence fees for residents of the Greater Toronto Area above the
fees for the rest of the provi nce;
AND WHEREAS this additional premium was intended to offset the higher cost of
road construction and repairs in the GT A being subsidized by the Ministry of
Transportationi
AND WHEREAS subsidies are no longer being provided to GTA municipalities for
road construction and maintenance;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Ministry of Transportation for the
Province of Ontario be requested to remove the premium charged to GTA
residents for drivers' licences and vehicle licences and that the fee be reduced to
a uniform provincial rate; and
THAT John O'Toole, M.P.P., Premier Mike Harris, other GTA municipalities,
M.P.P.'s of Durham Region and local newspapers be advised of this resolution.
"CARRIED"
FIRE DEPARTMENT
There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda.
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda.
Councillor Elliott chaired this portion of the meeting.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Assumption of Various Resol ution #GPA-l0S-97
Road Widenings and
Reserve Blocks Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski
Throughout the
Municipality of THAT Report WD-1S-97 be received; and
Clarington
THAT Council approve the by-laws attached to Report WD-1S-97 assuming
various road widenings and reserve blocks as public highways.
"CARRIED"
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Offerto Donate Resolution ItGPA-106-97
Bench at Bowmanville
Cemetery - Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Pingle
Green/Flintoff
By-law Limiting
Vehicle Weight on
Bridges
THAT Report WD-16-97 be received;
THAT the request for permission to donate a park-style bench at Bowmanville
Cemetery be granted;
THAT the style, location and installation of the bench be subject to the approval
of the Director of Public Works;
THAT cemetery staff install the bench at a cost of $224; and
THAT Dave and Marilyn Green and Linda Flintoff be advised of Council's
decision and thanked for their generous donation by a letter from Mayor Hamre
on behalf of all Members of Council.
"CARRIED"
Resolution ItGPA-107-97
Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Hannah
THAT Report WD-17-97 be received;
THAT all bridges within the Municipality of Clarington deemed to require
regulatory maximum weight signing according to engineering inspections be
posted and approved by by-law;
THAT the by-laws attached to Report WD-17-97 be passed by Council; and
THAT the following be forwarded to the Ministry of Transportation for their
consideration and approval:
. a copy of Report WD-17-97,
. three (3) certified copies of the approved by-laws, and
. a copy of the Bridge Inspection Report, which includes the detailed reports
and colour photographs.
"CARRIED"
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ADMINISTRATION
Safe Community
Foundation
Joint Health and
Safety Pol icy and
Procedure
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
OTHER BUSINESS
Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting.
Resolution ItGPA-108-97
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Report ADMIN-6-97 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Resolution ItGPA-109-97
Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Hannah
THAT Report ADMI N-7-97 be referred back to Staff to review the issue of carpet
flooring on the first floor of the Municipal Administration Centre.
"CARRIED"
There were no items considered under this section of the agenda.
There were no items considered under this section of the agenda.
Resolution ItGPA-ll 0-97
Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the meeting be "closed" for consideration of Confidential Report TR-13-97
pertaining to a personnel matter.
"CARRIED"
Resolution ItGPA-111-97
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Elliott
THAT the actions taken at the "closed" meeting be confirmed.
"CARRIED"
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ADJOURNMENT
Resolution ItGPA-112-97
Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the meeting adjourn at 10:50 a.m.
"CARRIED"
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Diane Hamre, Mayor