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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/22/1996 .1 . - THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON General Purpose and Administration Committee ROLL CALL Present Were: Absent: Also Present: DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MINUTES January 22, 1996 Minutes of a regular meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on Monday, January 22, 1996 at 9:30 a.m., in the Council Chambers. Mayor D, Hamre Councillor A. Dreslinski Councillor C. Elliott Councillor L. Hannah Councillor P. Pingle Councillor D, Scott Councillor M. Novak Chief Administrative Officer, W, Stockwell Town Clerk, P. Barrie (Until 11:10 a.m.; returned at 12:10 p.m.) Director of Community Services, J. Caruana Deputy Fire Chief, W. Hesson Treasurer, M. Marano Director of Public Works, S. Vokes Director of Planning and Development, F. Wu Deputy Clerk, M, Knight Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting. There were no declarations of interest. Resolution #GPA-27-96 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on January 8, 1996 be approved, "CARRIED" 201 . . . G,P.& A. Minutes PRESENTATION DELEGATIONS - 2- January 22, 1996 (a) John O'Toole, M.P.P., 75 King Street East, Bowmanville, L1C 1 N4 and Debbie Chen- Yin, Senior Economist, Finance Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing - John O'Toole, M.P.P., circulated a document entitled "City of Peterborough - Comments on Bill 26 - The Savings and Restructuring Act, 1995", Mr. O'Toole advised that the provincial announcement pertaining to provincial reductions in transfer payments to municipalities was a reduction of 4% - 5% on C1arington's total budget. He reiterated that we must restructure how we do business, re-think and re-prioritize services. He concluded by stating that he would like to work together and be a partner with the Municipality in moving forward and facing new challenges, (a) Tim Powers, Tim's 5th Wheel Truck Stop, Hwy. 401 & Waverley Rd., P.O. Box 337, Bowmanville, L 1C 3L 1 - advised prior to the meeting that he would not be in attendance. (b) Don Welsh, R.R. #4, Bowmanville, L 1C 3K5 - noted that the Clarington Older Adult Association had previously advised that they could raise the funds for the operating expenses of an Older Adult Centre but, due to reductions in subsidies, these funds will be more difficult to raise. A public meeting will be held at 1 :00 p.m. on February 20, 1996 at the Lions Centre, He requested help from the Municipality to help resolve this issue by issuing receipts for income tax purposes. (cl Carmen Ball, Box 27, R.R. #2, Orono, LOB 1MO - gave a brief history of the application and requested that Members of the Committee approve the recommendations contained in Report PD-9-96, (d) Erwin Kurtz, 185 Ridge Road West, Aurora, L4G 3G8 - requested that Members of the Comm ittee table Report PD-11-96 for a period of two weeks. (e) Reg Freethy, 5 Silver Street, Bowmanville, L1C 3C2 - concurred with Mr. Kurtz' request. (f) Evylin Stroud read the contents of a letter dated January 8, 1996 from Libby Racansky, Friends of the Farewell, 3200 Hancock Road, Courtice, L1E 2M1 - pertaining to additional comments that she would like to see incorporated into the Official Plan regarding the Farewell/Black Watershed. (g) William Tonno, 121 Marica Ave., Oshawa, L1G 3G9 - advised prior to the meeting that he would not be in attendance. 202 . . . G,P.& A. Minutes DELEGATIONS CONT'D. - 3 - January 22, 1996 (h) Mel Garland, R.R. #2, Orono, LOB 1MO - feels that user fees are an indirect tax increase on the residents. His major concern is the reduction of funds pertaining to roads, He recommended a line by line budget review and renegotiation with the unions. (I) David Hartford, 19 Saunders Crt., Bowmanville, L 1C 3Y4 - advised prior to the meeting that he would not be in attendance, (j) Rev. David Black, Clarington East food Bank, 2035 Newtonville Rd., Newtonville, LOA 1)0 - was called but was not present. (k) Rev. Don Stiles, Clarington East food Bank, Newcastle United Church, Mill St. S., Newcastle, L 1 B 1C1 - was called but was not present. (I) Michael Patrick, 172 Wellington St., Bowmanville, L 1C 1W3 - was called but was not present, however he spoke later in the meeting, (See page 4) (m) Lloyd Stephenson, 106 King St. E., Newcastle, L1 B 1 H5 - suggested that Clarington should oppose the recommendations contained in the Golden Report. He suggested that Regional Council be reduced by 90%; that the salary of anyone earning $50,000 yearly be subject to review and that earnings of over $60,000 yearly be reduced by 20%, (n) Evylin Stroud, 89 Little Ave., Bowmanville, L 1C 1)9 - advised that, in her estimation, user fees are fair and equitable. She expressed a concern pertaining to the safety of residents in the downtown area during snow removal if this is done during the day; she requested that the municipal portion of the library's funding not be reduced and suggested that the Municipality's solicitor meet with Council prior to the meeting rather than have him sit through the whole meeting. (0) Bill Bagnell, Strathaven Lifecare Centre, 624 King St. E., Bowmanville, L1C 1P9 - verbalized his concern pertaining to a change in attitude on the part of Oshawa and Mississauga relating to the Golden Report. He was under the impression that the Municipalities would have a united front in resisting the recommendations contained in that report. He noted that small towns have a different attitude and that he I ikes the atmosphere of Clarington, (p) Lorna Miller, 2936 Hwy. #2, Bowmanville, L 1C 3K5 - offered to lend the Municipality a video cassette which contains a 17 minute except from W5 pertaining to the Star$ Program of the Town of Ajax, She feels that this has been a worthwhile undertaking which has saved the Town of Ajax thousands of dollars and that it would be advantageous for the Municipality of C1arington to undertake a similar program. (q) Paul Reesor, 26 McCrimmon Cres., Bowmanville, L 1C 4N2 - requested that Members of the Committee give consideration to creating business partnerships to reduce costs, He sited the example of the Shell Station/7-11/CIBC enterprise located at King and Liberty Streets, He suggested that seasonal workers be shared by various departments and that the Library Board have access to Internet. 203 . . . G,P,& A. Minutes DELEGATIONS CONT'D, PUBLIC MEETING - 4- January 22, 1996 (I) Michael Patrick, 172 Wellington Street, Bowmanville, L 1C 1W3 - appeared on behalf of the business community and expressed three concerns: 1. The Municipality of Clarington needs an Economic Development Officer now more than ever. 2. He circulated a chart entitled "Clarington - Building Permits by Year" and, although he has no problem with the proposed fee increases by the Planning Department, he has concerns pertaining to quality and service. He requested that the Chief Administrative Officer conduct a full review of this Department. 3. The construction of the Courtice Community Complex will be the single largest tax impact on the community for years to come and he suggested that Members of the Committee reconsider their decision to build this complex. Resolution #GPA-28-96 Moved by Councillor Elliott, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow Mr, Nimigon to address Members of the General Purpose and Administration Committee at this time. "MOTION LOST" Resolution #GPA-29-96 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT the Committee recess for fifteen minutes, "CARRIED" The meeting reconvened at 11 :25 a.m. Councillor Dreslinski chaired this portion of the meeting. 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 application: (a) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment - Part Lot 26, Concession 6, former Township of Darlington - Arnot Wotten. The Deputy Clerk advised that the Clerk's Department sent public notices by first class mail on or before December 20,1995 to all property owners within 120 metres of the subject property in accordance with the latest municipal assessment record. In addition, notices were also posted on the site prior to December 20, 1995. This notice procedure is in compliance with the Ontario Regulation made under the Planning Act. 204 . . . G.P,& A, Minutes - 5- January 22, 1996 PUBLIC MEETING CONT'D. The Chairman announced that the Director of Planning and Development would describe the purpose and effect of the proposed application, then the objectors would be heard, followed by the supporters and the appl icant. (a) Report PD-8-96 - Arnot Wotten - the purpose and effect of the application is to rezone the lands to permit the expansion of a legal non-conforming parking lot, accessory to a place of worship, No one spoke in opposition to or in support of this application. Bob Annaert, D.G. Biddle and Associates Limited, 96 King Street East, Oshawa, L1 H 1 B6 and the Reverend Munro of Eldad United Church appeared. Three other persons were in attendance to show support for this application. The Committee was asked to move forward with the recommendations contained in this report rather than refer the report back to staff. Reverend Munro expressed concern for the safety of families who have to cross the road to access the church. Approval of the application will allow the Church to accommodate the handicapped and there will be more parking spaces made available to members of the congregation. PLANNING DEPARTMENT Rezoning Application Arnot Wotten D14.DEV.95.081 Resolution #GPA-30-96 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Hannah THAT Report PD-8-96 be received; THAT the application to amend the Comprehensive Zoning By-law 84-63, as amended, of the former Town of Newcastle, submitted by D, G. Biddle & Associates, on behalf of Arnot Wotten be approved; THAT the amending by-law attached to Report PD-8-96 be forwarded to Counci I for approval; THAT a copy of Report PD-8-96 and the amending by-law be forwarded to the Region of Durham Planning Department; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-8-96 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" 205 . . . G,P.& A. Minutes - 6- January 22, 1996 PLANNING DEPARTMENT CONT'D. Development Charges Resolution #GPA-31-96 By-law Exemption Request Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Pingle Semi-Annual Site Plan Status Report Rezoning and Site Plan Amendment Appl ication Erwin Kurtz D14.DEV.95.059 THAT Report PD-9-96 be received; THAT the request of Mr. Carman Ball and Mr. Ivan Bailon behalf of the Estate of Dorothy Pearce for an extension beyond the twenty four (24) month time frame stipulated within Section 7 of the Municipality's Development Charge By-law 92-105 for the property located at 11 Bradshaw Street be approved; THAT the 24-month exemption period, for one dwelling unit, commence immediately upon the completion of the reconstruction of Bradshaw Street; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-9-96 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-32-96 Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT Report PD-lO-96 be received for information. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-33-96 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Elliott THAT Report PD-l1-96 be tabled for a period of two weeks. "CARRIED" Rezoning Application Resolution #GPA-34-96 Arnold & Gail Kerry D14.DEV,95.077 Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT Report PD-12-96 be received; THAT the request submitted by Arnold and Gail Kerry for a zoning amendrnent be approved; THAT the By-law attached to Report PD-12-96 be passed; THAT a copy of Report PD-12-96 and the By-law be forwarded to the Region of Durham Planning Department; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-12-96 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision, "CARRIED" 206 . - . . G,P.& A, Minutes CLERK'S DEPARTMENT Parking Enforcement Monthly Report for December, 1995 T02.MO Livestock, Poultry and Honey Bee Protection Act TREASURY DEPARTMENT Region of Durham Request for Reimbursement on CLOCA Expenditure on Bowmanville Harbour Quotation Q95-12, Mechanical Equipment Maintenance Contract - 7- January 22, 1996 Councillor Pingle chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #GPA-35-96 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Mayor Hamre THAT Report CD-2-96 be received for information; and THAT a copy of Report CD-2-96 be forwarded to the Bowmanville B,I,A, for their information. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-36-96 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Elliott THAT Report CD-6-96 be received for information; and THAT a copy of Report CD-6-96 be forwarded to Mr. M. Nimigon, "CARRIED" Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #GPA-37-96 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Elliott THAT Report TR-3-96 be received for information, "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-38-96 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT Report TR-5-96 be received; THAT Robert E. Jackson Heating Electrical & Air Conditioning, Orono, Ontario, with a total bid of $3,205.00 (plus G.5.T,) for Part "A" and a Journeyman hourly rate of $40.00, be awarded Part "A" of the Mechanical Equipment Maintenance Contract, as required by the Municipality of Clarington; THAT the contract award to Robert E. Jackson Heating Electrical & Air Conditioning be subject to a six month probationary period; .?'071 LU, . . . G.P,& A, Minutes - 8- January 22, 1996 TREASURY DEPARTMENT CONT'D. FIRE DEPARTMENT Monthly Fire Report Decernber, 1995 P16.MO Carbon Monoxide Detection THAT staff report back to Council with recommendations for the balance of the contract at the completion of the probationary period if the probationary period is not completed to the satisfaction of the Property Manager; THAT Jack Burgess Plumbing and Heating, Bowmanville, Ontario, with a total bid price of $1,010.00 (plus G.S.T.) for Part "B" and a Journeyman hourly rate of $30,00 be awarded Part "B" of the Mechanical Equipment Maintenance Contract, as required by the Municipality of Clarington; and THAT the funds expended be drawn from the respective facilities 1996 Mechanical Equipment Maintenance. "CARRIED" Councillor Scott chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #GPA-39-96 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Hannah THAT Report FD-2-96 be received for information. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-40-96 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT Report FD-3-96 be received and referred to the 1996 budget discussions. COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT "CARRIED" There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda. "CARRIED" 2D8 . . . G.P,& A. Minutes ADMINISTRATION 1996 Budget Restrai nt Program - Fee Adjustments GTA Task Force Report - Implications to Clarington GTA Task Force Report - Impl ications of C1arington Withdrawing UNFINISHED BUSINESS - 9- January 22, 1996 Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #GPA-41-96 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Hannah THAT Report ADMIN-2-96 be received; THAT the Attachments to ADMIN-2-96 be approved for implementation effective February 1, 1996, with the exception of the items identified for deferral to 1996 budget deliberations on Attachment #2 to Report ADMIN-2-96; and THAT the appropriate By-laws be forwarded to Council to effect those fees and service charges that are governed by By-law. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-42-96 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Hannah THAT the Chief Administrative Officer and appropriate staff investigate and report on the implications that the GTA Task Force Report will have on the Municipality of C1arington as per the Purchasing By-law, FORTHWITH, "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-43-96 Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT the Chief Administrative Officer review and report on the financial implications of the Municipality of Clarington withdrawing from the Greater Toronto Area in light of the recommendations contained in the GTA Task Force Report, FORTHWITH. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-44-96 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Elliott THAT the delegation of Mr. Don Welsh be received with appreciation and he be advised that the Municipality will continue to work together with the Clarington Older Adult Association. "CARRIED" 209 . . . G,P.& A. Minutes - 10- January 22, 1996 UNFINISHED BUSINESS CONT'D, OTHER BUSINESS ADJOURNMENT Resolution #GPA-45-96 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT the correspondence from Libby Racansky be received and referred to the Planning and Development Director for review in conjunction with the Official Plan; and THAT Libby Racansky be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" There were no items considered under this section of the agenda. Resolution #GPA-46-96 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Hannah THAT the meeting adjourn at 12:40 p,m. "CARRIED" Iffb~) Diane Hamre, Mayor 21:0