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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/06/1996 . . . THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON General Purpose and Administration Committee ROLL CALL Present Were: Absent: Also Present: DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST MINUTES May 6, 1996 Minutes of a regular meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on Monday, May 6, 1996 at 9:30 a.m., in the Council Chambers. Mayor D. Hamre Councillor C. Elliott Councillor L. Hannah Councillor M. Novak Councillor P. Pingle Councillor D. Scott Councillor A. Dreslinski (Due to Illness) Chief Administrative Officer, W. Stockwell Director of Community Services, J. Caruana Fire Chief, M. Creighton Treasurer, M. Marano Director of Public Works, S. Vokes Director of Planning and Development, F. Wu Deputy Clerk, M. Kn ight Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting. Councillor Novak indicated that she would be making a declaration of interest with respect to the delegation of L. Racansky. Resolution #GPA-281-96 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Elliott THAT the minutes of the special meeting held on April 12, 1996, of the regular meeting of April 22, 1996 and of the reconvened special meeting of April 22, 1996 of the General Purpose and Administration Committee be approved. "CARRIED" 201 . . . G.P.& A. Minutes DELEGATIONS - 2- May 6, 1996 (a) Ben Chartier, Handi-Transit, 44 William Street West, Oshawa, L1G 119 - advised prior to the meeting that he would not be in attendance. (b) Bryce Jordan, G.M. Sernas & Associates, 110 Scotia Crt., Unit 41, Whitby, L 1N 8Y7 - expressed support for the recommendations contained in Report PD-66-96 and was present to answer questions from Members of the Committee. (c) Bethany Gale, 21 Mill Lane, Bowmanville, L1C 3K2 - re: Report PD-67-96 - submitted a petition containing approximately 20 signatures of persons opposed to this project for the following reasons: . density too high; . school board estimation of the number of additional students is too low; . the re-routing of Scugog Street will be an inconvenience to existing residents; . the erection of semis limits home buying options; . the subdivision will destroy woods, fields and wildlife; . existing residents would like to have a part in the planning of their neighbourhood; and . the residents want retention of a peaceful, stable neighbourhood. The following suggestions for a solution were offered: . leave the area "as is"; . preserve the historical value of this triangular piece of land by converting it into a park which should be named in honour of W. Carruthers; and . the erection of three to five single family dwellings would be compatible with the existing neighbourhood. (d) Paul Papanikopolous, 2085 Hwy. #2, Bowmanville, L 1C 3K7 - re: Report PD-69-96 - submitted documentation dated May 3, 1996 wherein he requested that the zoning of his land remain "Special Commercial" as the change in designation would cause a major devaluation of his property. Councillor Novak made a declaration of interest. Councillor Novak vacated her chair and refrained from discussion and voting on the following delegation; Councillor Novak resides in the North Courtice area. (e) Libby Racansky, 3200 Hancock Road, Courtice, L 1E 2M1 - re: Report PD-69-96 - circulated a document dated May 6, 1996 wherein she requested: . the inclusion of the Lake Iroquois shoreline as a significant feature in C1arington; . that alignment No.2, as suggested in the 1994 E.I.S. be shown as the preferred route of the Adelaide Avenue extension because it's least disruptive to Farewell Creek, streams and woodlots; . the protection of tributaries pertaining to storm water management facilities during development in Courtice; . protection of ground water recharge areas; . a watershed study of the North Courtice Area; and . written assurance that water hook-up by the local residents wi II be paid by the developers. 202 . . . G.P.& A. Minutes DELEGATIONS CONT'D. PUBLIC MEETINGS - 3- May 6, 1996 (f) Anthony Biglieri, Plantactics Group Ltd., 15 Glenmount Park Road, Toronto, M4E 2M8 - re: Report PD-69-96 - circulated a letter dated May 2, 1996 wherein he informed Members of the Committee that the property is owned by the owner of the Dutch Oven Restaurant who recently purchased the property with the understanding that the designation on the property was for a commercial use. The subject property is bounded on three sides by the Dutch Oven Restaurant, the Orono Exotic Cat World and the heavily travelled Hwy. #35/115. (g) Bill Daniells, 1029 McNicholl Ave., Scarborough, M1W 3W6 - Report PD-69-96 - requested that residential development and related amenities be allowed on the Waterfront as this is not only a housing project but a resort project which should be phased. (h) Derek loynt, YourShow Productions Inc., 772 Warden Ave., Scarborough, M1L 4T7 - re: Report WD-21-96 - advised that the original request for a five mile no-stopping radius around Mosport Park would have been ideal in Mosport Park having total control of traffic and requested that the approval for the one mile radius be increased to two miles, especially for the music festival which is scheduled for July 12,13 and 14, 1996. He also requested that the Municipality of Clarington pick up the cost of the erection of the signs. He noted that the cost of the tickets for the events will include camping and parking and that Mosport Park will be able to accommodate the parking of 45,000 - 50,000 vehicles. Resolution #GPA-282-96 Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Elliott THAT the Committee recess for fifteen minutes. "CARRIED" The meeting reconvened at 10:45 a.m. 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 32, Concession 3, former Township of Darlington - Greer Galloway Group Inc. on Behalf of Jane and Charles Rowe; (b) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment - Part Lot 35, Concession 2, former Township of Darlington - Birchdale Investments Ltd.; (c) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment - Part Lot 29, Concession 2, former Township of Clarke - Stephen Holliday; and (d) Demolition Application Under the Rental Housing Protection Act - Part Lot 28, Concession 5, former Township of Clarke - 1151088 Ontario Inc. 203 G.P.& A. Minutes - 4 - May 6,1996 . PUBLIC MEETINGS CONT'D. The Deputy Clerk advised that the Clerk's Department sent public notices by first class mail on or before AprilS, 1996 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 sites prior to April 5, 1996. This notice procedure is in compliance with the Ontario Regulation made under the Planning Act. The Deputy Clerk advised that the Clerk's Department sent a publ ic notice for a proposed plan of subdivision application 18T-96002 by first class mail on or before April 5th, 1996 to all property owners within 120 metres of the subject property in accordance to the latest municipal assessment records. In addition, notices were also posted on the site prior to Apri 15th, 1996. This notice procedure is in compliance with the Ontario Regulation made under the Planning Act. . The Deputy Clerk advised that the Clerk's Department sent public notices for the Demolition application made under the Rental Housing Protection Act by first class mail on or before April 22, 1996, to all tenants of the subject building in accordance to the latest municipal assessment record. In addition, notices were also placed in local newspapers on or before April 22, 1996. Furthermore, the applicant has certified he/she has served each tenant with notice of the Public Meeting. 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 applications, then the objectors would be heard, followed by the supporters and the applicant. (a) Report PD-59-96 - Greer Galloway Group Inc. on Behalf of Jane and Charles Rowe - the purpose and effect of the appl ications is to rezone the subject lands from in part "Holding-Urban Residential Type ((H)R1) and Environmental Protection (EP)" to an appropriate zone to permit the development of a plan of subdivision consisting of (10) ten single detached dwelling units. Art lackson, 22 McClellan Drive, Courtice, L 1E 1Z8, submitted a petition containing approximately 21 signatures of persons who object to the planned entrance to this new housing development being off McClellan Drive rather than Nash Road. Libby Racansky, 3200 Hancock Road, Courtice, L 1E 2M1, requested more information on this development and expressed environmental concerns. David Burnham, 39 McClellan Drive, Courtice, L 1E 1Z9, circulated a letter dated May 2, 1996 opposing the development for the following reasons: . o This site is heavily wooded on the western, northern and eastern part of the site which is home to a number of bird and animal species. This site plays an integral part in the ecology of the Farewell Creek Watershed. o The suitability of the lands for the proposed development is a concern based on the negative environmental impact that development will have on this site. o The existing access to the property is from Nash Road and should remain as such. 204 . . . G.P.& A. Minutes - 5- May 6, 1996 PUBLIC MEETINGS CONT'D. The following recommendations were made: o An environmental impact study should be completed prior to development of this site. o Access to this site should be made from Nash Road. o The cul-de-sac should be redesigned to reflect access from Nash Road; and o Tree cover should be preserved within 20 feet of the property line along the north and eastern boundaries of the site. George Marlin, 72 Black Creek Trail, Courtice, L1E 116, verbalized concerns that his quality of life will be affected with the development of this site as he now enjoys his view of the trees and the wildlife presently existing in the area. Evylin Stroud, 89 Little Avenue, Bowmanville, L 1C 119, noted concurrence with the previous two speakers and verbalized a concern that this development will have a negative impact on the E.P. designation of the site. She expressed a further concern that no decisions should be made on subdivision and rezoning appl ications on Courtice Neighbourhoods 3A, 3B and 3C north of Nash Road pending the results of the Needs Study for the Adelaide Avenue extension and any subsequent route alignment study. No one spoke in support of this application. Glen Genge, Greer Galloway Group Inc., 973 Crawford Drive, Pelerborough, K9V 3X1, advised that this is a four acre site on which Mr. and Mrs. Rowe presently reside. The access to the site was put in place with the conclusion of the Kassinger Subdivision some time ago. Sufficient set-backs have been kept to within five metres of the E.P. zone. Four hundred and twenty six trees have been planted on the site and as many trees as possible will be retained along the rear lot lines. The Region of Durham will not allow access/egress onto Nash Road wh ich is an arterial road. (b) Report PD-60-96 - Birchdale Investments Ltd. - the purpose and effect of the application is to rezone the subject lands from "Special Purpose Commercial (C5)" to an appropriate zone to perm it the development of a 585 m' retai I commercial plaza. Bob Martindale, Martindale Planning Services, 23 Elizabeth Street, Ajax, L 1T 2X1, appeared on behalf of F. and A. Scanga owners of the property abutting this site to the west. Mr. Martindale referred to his correspondence to the Municipality dated April 22, 1996 in which he described his clients' proposal of a joint development scheme with one access being shared by Birchdale Investments Ltd. and his client. No one spoke in support of the application. Randy Jeffrey, Birchdale Investments Ltd., 1050 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa, L1G 4W5, displayed a site plan which he described as an undesirable plaza scenario where there is maximum building coverage with minimum parking. He also displayed a site plan which he described as the ideal scenario which "works", which reflected minimum building coverage with maximum parking. He noted that they have built twelve plazas in Oshawa which have minimal tenant vacancies. He circulated documentation wherein he requested: 205 . . . G.P.& A. Minutes - 6- May 6, 1996 PUBLIC MEETINGS CONT'D. 1. that the two free-standing buildings at the front be removed; 2. that the owner at the west property provide the same ratio of parking as the owner to the east; 3. that a common entrance be established according to the approval of the Region of Durham; and 4. that a brick wall and landscaping be constructed at the front property line. (c) Report PD-61-96 - Stephen Holliday - the purpose and effect of the application is to rezone the subject lands to permit the development of a 1,800 m' place of worship and anci Ilary uses. No one spoke in opposition to or in support of this application. David McAuley, Architect, 360 Woolwich Street, Guelph, Rl H 3W6, expressed support for the recommendations contained in Report PD-61-96 and was present to answer questions from the Comm ittee. (d) Report PD-62-96 - 1151088 Ontario Inc. - the purpose and effect of the application is to obtain Council's approval to demolish five apartment units damaged by fi reo George Clark, 1 Mill Street, Orono, LOB 1 MO, advised that he resides immediately to the north of the building and requested that the burnt remains be torn down as soon as soon as possible to allow adjacent neighbours to plant their garden and use their backyard. David Marsh, 1151088 Ontario Inc., P.O. Box 75, Bethany, LOA lAO, advised that he has unsuccessfully attempted to obtain a building permit since February because of the restrictions of Provincial Legislation. He had hoped to demolish the building while the ground was still frozen and is anxious to proceed. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Rezoning and Plan of Subdivision Greer Galloway Group Inc. on Behalf of Jane and Charles Rowe D14.DEV.96.007 D12.18T.96.002 Resolution #GPA-283-96 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT Report PD-59-96 be received; THAT the application to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 84-63 of the former Town of Newcastle, and Plan of Subdivision 18T-96002 submitted on behalf of Jane and Charles Rowe be referred back to staff for further processing and the preparation of a subsequent report following the receipt of the outstanding agency comments; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-59-96 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" 206 . . . G.P.& A. Minutes - 7- May 6, 1996 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT CONT'D. Rezoning and Site Resolution #GPA-284-96 Plan Applications Birchdale Investments Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hannah limited D14.DEV.96.01O THAT Report PD-60-96 be received; Rezoning and Site Plan Applications Stephen Holliday D14.DEV.96.009 Demolition Application 1151088 Ontario Inc. THAT the application to amend the former Town of Newcastle Comprehensive Zoning By-Law 84-63 submitted by Randy Jeffrey on behalf of Birchdale Investments Limited be referred back to Staff for further processing and preparation of a subsequent report pending receipt of all outstanding comments; and THAT the interested parties listed in Report PD-60-96 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-285-96 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT Report PD-61-96 be received; THAT the appl ication to amend the former Town of Newcastle Comprehensive Zoning By-Law 84-63 submitted by J. David McAuley on behalf of Stephen Holliday be referred back to Staff for further processing and preparation of a subsequent report pending receipt of all outstanding comments; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-61-96 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-286-96 Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Hannah THAT Report PD-62-96 be received; THAT the application to demolish five apartment units under Section 4(1)(a) of the Rental Housing Protection Act submitted by 1151088 Ontario Incorporated be approved; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-62-96 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" 207 . . . G.P.& A. Minutes - 8- May 6, 1996 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT CONT'D. Removal of Holding Symbol - Halloway Holdings D14.DEV.96.014 D12.18T.87087 Proposed Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment Marchetti & Oeminico D14.DEV.95.015 D12.18T.95030 Resolution #GPA-287-96 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report PD-63-96 be received; THAT the zoning amendment application submitted by Halloway Holdings requesting the removal of the Holding (H) symbol from the subject lands within Part of Lot 12, Concession 2, former Town of Bowmanvi lie be approved; THAT the By-law attached to Report PD-63-96 be forwarded to Counci I for approval; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-63-96 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-288-96 Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Elliott THAT Report PD-65-96 be received; THAT the proposed Plan of Subdivision 18T-95030 dated revised March 1996, as Red-line revised (See Attachment No.2 to Report PD-65-96) be approved subject to the conditions contained in Report PD-65-96; 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 the Public Works and Director of Planning; THAT the amendment to By-law 84-63 attached to Report PD-65-96 be approved and that the "Holding (H)" symbol be removed by By-law upon execution of a Subdivision Agreement; THAT a copy of Report PD-65-96 and Council's decision be forwarded to the Region of Durham Planning Department; and THAT the interested parties listed in Report PD-65-96 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" 208 . . . G.P.& A. Minutes - 9- May 6, 1996 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT CONT'D. Proposed Plan of Resolution #GPA-289-96 Subdivision - Wellesley Community Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Elliott Homes Inc. D12.18T.89118 THAT Report PD-66-96 be received; D14.DEV.89.095 Revisions to Draft Approval and Rezoning Application Carruthers and Smith D14.DEV.96.002 D12.18T.87086 Monitoring of the Decisions of the Committee of Adjustment D13.CO THAT the approval of this proposed Plan of Subdivision which was reviewed in consideration of Council Resolution #C-780-89 and was deemed that the proposed Plan of Subdivision would not impact on the future alignment of the Adelaide extension; THAT the proposed Plan of Subdivision 18T-89118 revised and dated April 1996, as per Attachment No.1 to Report PD-66-96, be approved subject to the conditions of Draft Approval contained in Report PD-66-96; 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 a copy of Report PD-66-96 and Council's decision be forwarded to the Region of Durham Planning Department; and THAT the interested parties listed in Report PD-66-96 and any delegation be advised of Counci I's decision. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-29D-96 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT Report PD-67-96 be referred back to staff for review of the density of the proposal. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-291-96 Moved by Councillor Elliott, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report PD-68-96 be received; THAT Council concur with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made on Apri I 25, 1996; and THAT Staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment in the even of an appeal. "CARRIED" 209 . . . G.P.& A. Minutes -10- May 6, 1996 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT CONT'D. Subm issions on the Counci I-Adopted Municipality of Clarington Official Plan Amendment to Sign By-law - Enniskillen United Church CLERK'S DEPARTMENT Taxi Services Contract Exemption from Special Events By-law - Mosport Park Resolution #GPA-292-96 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT Report PD-69-96 be tabled to the Council meeting scheduled for May 13,1996 to allow for discussions between the Kaitlin Group and Staff regarding the Port of Newcastle Neighbourhood. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-293-96 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report PD-70-96 be received; and THAT the Amendment to the Sign By-law attached to Report PD-70-96 be approved. "CARRIED" Councillor Pingle chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #GPA-294-96 Moved by Counci Ilor Novak, seconded by Mayor Hamre THAT Report CD-24-96 be tabled to the Council Meeting scheduled for May 13, 1996. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-295-96 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Elliott THAT Report CD-25-96 be received; THAT an exemption from Section 2a) and 3(1) of By-law 91-56 be granted to allow the Clerk to issue a Special Events Licence to Mosport Park Limited for racing events to be held on May 16 to 20,1996, and May 31 to June 2,1996; and THAT Bernard Kamin and Nelson Hudes be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" 210 . . . G.P.& A. Minutes -11 - May 6, 1996 Councillor Novak chaired this portion of the meeting. TREASURY DEPARTMENT Co-operative Quotation Resolution #GPA-296-96 QWC17-96, Supply and Delivery of Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Scott Corrugated Pipe Culvert THAT Report TR-34-96 be received; F18.QU Clarington Older Adults - 1996 Grant Request F05. FIRE DEPARTMENT Monthly Fire Report - March, 1996 P16.MO THAT Canada Culvert and Metal Products Ltd., Bolton, Ontario, with a total bid in the amount of $31,580.20 (plus applicable taxes), for the Municipality of C1arington requirements, being the lowest responsible bidder meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of the Co-operative Quotation QWC17-96, be awarded the contract to supply and deliver Corrugated Pipe Culvert on an "as required" basis, to the Municipality of Clarington; and THAT the funds expended be provided from the approved 1996 Culvert Maintenance Construction budget. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-297-96 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT Report TR-35-96 be received; THAT the grant request of $3,000 submitted by the Clarington Older Adults Centre Committee be considered at this time; THAT two separate Reserve Funds for Capital Construction and Furnishings/Fixtures for the Clarington Older Adult Centre be established and that the appropriate by-law be forwarded to Counci I for approval; and THAT the C1arington Older Adults Committee be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Councillor Scott chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #GPA-298-96 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Hannah THAT Report FD-11-96 be received for information. "CARRIED" 211 . . . G.P.& A. Minutes - 12- May 6, 1996 COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Councillor Hannah chaired this portion of the meeting. 1996 March Break Bonanza Resolution #GPA-299-96 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT Report CS-04-96 be received for information. "CARRIED" PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Councillor Elliott chaired this portion of the meeting. Confidential Report WD- 18-96 re: Property Matter Approval of Expenditures on Church Street, Bowmanville Contract CL94-13 Official Openings 1996 - Rotary Park, Longworth Park and Elephant Park Resolution #GPA-300-96 Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Hannah THAT the recommendations contained in Confidential Report WD-18-96 be approved. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-301-96 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report WD-19-96 be received; and THAT Council approve funding in the amount of $105,638.20 from the Public Works Lot Levy Reserve Fund to provide for the balance of the additional expenditures incurred in completing Church Street Infrastructure Project, Contract CL94-13. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-302-96 Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT Report WD-20-96 be received for information. "CARRIED" 212 . . . G.P.& A. Minutes - 13- May 6, 1996 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT CONT'D. Request for a Resolution #GPA-303-96 Five (5) Mile No Stopping Radius Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Pingle Around Mosport Park THAT Report WD-21-96 be received; THAT the request for a five (5) mile NO STOPPING radius around Mosport Park be denied; THAT a NO PARKING area be considered based on a one (1) mile radius of Mosport Park, THAT a NO STOPPING area be considered on the section of Mosport Road which has a clear view of the race track; THAT extension of the one (1) mile based NO PARKING radius or NO STOPPING areas be considered at a later date if conditions warrant such action; THAT Mosport Park Limited formally agree to pay all costs associated with the installation and maintenance of the proposed NO PARKING/STOPPING zones based on a one (1) mile radius and further extensions if required at a later date; THAT Mosport Park Limited forward a certified cheque to the Municipality in the amount of $19,000.00 before the required by-law is formally approved or signs are purchased and installed; THAT the By-law attached to Report WD-21-96 to create the NO PARKING/STOPPING zones be passed by Council after Mosport Park has agreed to the above conditions; and THAT Bernard J. Kamin be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting. ADMINISTRATION There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There were no items considered under this section of the agenda. ? 1 '\ . . . G.P.& A. Minutes OTHER BUSINESS ADJOURNMENT - 14- There were no items considered under this section of the agenda. Resolution #GPA-304-96 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Pingle THAT the meeting adjourn at 12:20 p.m. "CARRIED" May 6,1996 fV~ Acting Mayor ~.~ _ rie p~eputy Clerk 214