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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/07/1994 . . . THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON General Purpose and Administration Committee ROLL CALL Present Were: Absent: Also Present: MINUTES PUBLIC MEETING February 7, 1994 Minutes of a regular meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on Monday, February 7, 1994 at 9:30 am. in the Council Chambers. Mayor D. Hamre Councillor A Dreslinski Councillor L. Hannah Councillor M. Novak Councillor J. O'Toole Councillor D. Scott Councillor K Hooper Acting Chief Administrative Officer, M. Marano Director of Community Services, J. Caruana Fire Chief, M. Creighton Director of Public Works, W. Evans Director of Planning and Development, F. Wu Deputy Clerk, M. Knight Mayor Hmrre chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #GP A-38-94 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor O'Toole THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on January 17, 1994, be approved "CARRIED" Pursuant to Section 34, Subsection 12 of the Planning Act, the Municipality of CIarington Council, through its General Purpose and Administration Committee, is holding a Public Meeting for the following Rezoning Applications: (a) Propo", ~_ Zoning By-law Amendment - Part Lot 15, Concession 6, former Township of Darlington - Chris Lapa on behalf of J. B. Scott; and (b) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment - Part Lot 28, Concession 1, former Township of Darlington - Martin Topolie on behalf of Harold Wagg and Armond Young. Before proceeding with this matter, the Chairman asked the Deputy Clerk to advise on the manner of notice. 201 . G.P.& A Minutes - 2- February 7, 1994 PUBLIC MEETINGS CONT'D. The Deputy Clerk advised that public notices for the rezoning applications were sent by first class mail on or before January 7, 1994 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 sites prior to January 7, 1994. This notice procedure is in compliance to Ontario Regulation 404/83. The Chairman announced that all persons who wish further notice of the passage of the by-law should leave their name, address and telephone number with the Clerk's Department. 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-1O-94 - Chris Lapa on behalf of J. B. Scott - the purpose and effect of the application is to permit the establishment of a private club; comprised of a club house and two (2) unspecified sports playing fields. . Ann Parker, 6118 Cedar Park Road, R.R. #1, Bowmanville, L1C 3K2, appeared before Members of the Committee accompanied by her husband. She advised that they have been, for 22 years, owners of a lO-acre parcel of land which borders the entire northern boundary of the property for which an application for rezoning has been made. She advised that the proposed use is not compatible with the surrounding area and that if this application is approved, their property will be wedged between two commercial enterprises, I.e., the trailer park and the clubhouse. She envisages the 70-car parking area will attract boisterous people who will further increase the littering of garbage on their property. Randy Ovenden, 2444 6th C...........nnn. R.R. #1, BowmanviDe, LlC 3K2, advised that he and his family have had to deal with the heavy traffic on his street since Cedar Park came into existence. He does not allow his three daughters to ride their bicycle on Sundays because of the hazardous traffic conditions, I.e., cars parkiog on the road and people speeding. Tim Coffey, Cedar Park Road, R.R. #1, Bowmanvi11e, LlC 3K2, advised that he lives directly across the road from Mr. and Mrs. Parker and concurred with the comments made by Ann Parker. . Murray Burgess, R.R. #1, Bowmanville, L1C 3K2, articulated objection to this proposal because it will have a negative impact on 15 residential homes. He referred to an incident where, while cutting his grass, a piece of glass from a broken bottle which flew into the air almost injured a member of his family. He advises that the neighbours have been encountering problems from the visitors of Cedar Park because it is a private club and therefore police fmes are not a deterrent to violators. In his estimation, the size of the proposed clubhouse means "party time". He requested that Members of the Committee deny this application. 2D2 v . . . G.P.& A Minutes - 3- February 7, 1994 PUBLIC MEETINGS CONT'D. EvyIin Stroud, 89 Little Avenue, Bowmanville, LIC 1J9, stated that it is not appropriate to build a clubhouse on agricultural land Eric EckJ, R.R. #1, Bowmanville, L1C 3K2, referred to his correspondence dated January 27, 1994 to the Municipality wherein he states the following: "...my strong opposition to this by-law amendment is reinforced by a variety of different reasons. ...In the past years this property has been host to a variety of private parties which included excessive loud music and abusive foul language over a loudspeaker at hours passing well into the early morning. ...This area has, in the last few years, seen a steady increase in traffic which, at times has been extremely heavy and often extraordinarily fast for the speed limit designated for this area" He further stated that the residents of this area have a right to their safety and to non-disruptive week-ends or week nights. Noone spoke in favour of this application. Chris Lapa appeared on behalf of the applicant, 649 Moo"""" Street, Oshawa, L1G 5A4, advised that the purpose of the application is to have the property rezoned to permit a private club comprised of a clubhouse and two unspecified sports playing fields. He advised that soccer, football and baseball would be played and that the fields would not have night lighting. The size of the proposed banquet facility is 2200 sq. ft. and the parkiog lot could accommodate 70 cars. He noted that the land has not been farmed for 100 years and the existing detention pond could be retained for fire fighting purposes. All mature trees and shrubs will be kept to ensure as much privacy as possible to the neighbours and to the property. (b) Report PD-1l-94 - Martin Topolie on behalf of Harold Wagg and Armond Young - the purpose and effect of the application is to permit the development of a Funeral Services establishment and professional/medical offices. Noone spoke in opposition to or in support of this application. Martin Topolie, 125 Cove Road, Bowmanville, LIC 3Ka, advised that the purpose of the application is to permit the development of a Funeral Services Establishment and Professional!Medica1 Offices. He displayed an Artists' Rendering of the propossl and informed Members of the Committee that the parking area would be extensively landscaped and butTered with berms. The proposed parking area will exceed the parking requirement and he further noted that the facade of the building will be textured stucco which will enhance its appearance in keeping with the traditional character of the building. 203 . . . G.P.& A Minutes DELEGATIONS - 4- February 7, 1994 (a) Katherine GuseIle, SAGA,. 45 Cnnru>11gf>t Street, Oshawa, LlG 2H1, - re: Report PD-7-94 - verbalized society's growing concern for the environment and noted that Port Hope, Cobourg and Barrie have established Environmental Advisory Committees which deal with waste, nuclear energy, conservation of green space, water quality, etc. An Environmental Advisory Committee would have a pro-active rather than a reactive approach; they could be a co-ordinating body and could prevent environmental issues from "falling in the cracks". She advised that economics and the environment go hand in hand and that this Committee would hopefully include biologists, scientists and health professionals. Resolution #GPA-39-93 Moved by Councillor DresJinski, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT the Committee recess for ten minutes. "CARRIED" The meeting reconvened at 10:55 am. Resolution #GPA-40-93 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT the agenda be altered to hear the delegation of Suzanne Elston at this time. "CARRIEDll (c) S..""nnp Elston, 1604 Bloor Street, Courtire, LlE 283, - re: Report PD-7-93 - advised that an Environmental Advisory Committee would have a vested interest to protect the environment. The establishment of this Committee would create a strong network of knowledgable individuals and streamline the Planning process. Each environmental group could be represented on this Committee. She noted that the Municipality of CIarington has specific local concerns which are not addressed by the Region and the creation of this Environmental Advisory Committee would not be a duplication of the Regional Committee. (b) Judy Hurvid, IUL #1, NewtonviIIe, LOA lJO, - re: Report PD-7-94 - advised that the Port Granby Newcastle Environmental Committee could be dishanded only if the new Environmental Committee is formed. She feels this Committee would not interfere with or usurp the mandate of other environmental committees. It would be broader in scope and should include business people, scientists and health professionals. She requested that the formation of the Environmental Advisory Committee be endorsed. 204 . . . G.P.& A Minutes - 5- February 7, 1994 DELEGATIONS CONT'D. (d) Helen MacDonald, 4785 em.:.-;nn 6, Newtonville, LOA lJO, - re: Report PD-7 -94 - described pertinent data relating to the history of the Port Granby Environmental Copmmittee and advised that some of its members are now members of the Community Liaison Group. She agrees with the contents of Paragraph 2.4 in Report PD-7 -94 which states that "any new Environmental Advisory Committee would not duplicate the efforts of these existing organizations". She noted that, although a Regional Environmental Advisory Committee has def'mite merits, this Municipality needs a local group to address local issues. This local Environmental Committee would perhaps attract people who might feel that the "grass roots" groups are not the people to contact with their concern but would be more comfortable contacting an "official" Environmental Advisory Committee. Resolution #GPA-41-94 Moved by Councillor DresJinski, seconded by Councillor O'Toole THAT Helen MacDonald be allowed more time to resume her delegation. "CARRIED" Ms. MacDonald further noted that an Environmental Committee would provide strength in unifYing environmental interests and would provide a wonderful mechanism for funding opportunities. She requested that the Committee not stop the process but expand the consultation process by providing a public workshop to further discuss the mandate of this Committee. (e) Mavis Carlton, R.R. #2, Box 14, Group 2, Bowmanvi11e, LlC 3Ka, - re: Report PD-7-94 - concurred with the remarks made by the previous speakers and advised that the establishment of a local Environmental Advisory Committee would not be a duplication of the Regional Committee, not interfere with the grass roots environmental groups and would complement the work of the Planning Department in their recommendations pertaining to environmental issues. (0 David Sebben, 178 ~ Ave~ BowmanviIle, LIC 2J1, verbalized support for the recommendations contained in Report WD-S-94 as this report fully addresses the traffic concerns of the residents. He noted that alternative No.1, as described in Paragraph 3.1(a) of the report would bring a satisfactory conclusion to this problem. (g) Randy Drew, 6625 Holt Road, BowmanviIle, LlC 3K4, - re: Addendum to Report WD-S-93 - appeared on behalf of his father, Joe Drew, who is vacationing until May 15, 1994. He advised that there is an error on the map attached to the Addendum to Report WD-S-93 and that the closure of Williams Mill Bridge will negatively affect and devalue his father's property. 205 . . . G.P.& A Minutes DELEGATIONS CONT'D. - 6- February 7, 1994 Resolution #GPA-42-94 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT the delegation of Mr. John Wells be heard "In Camera". "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-43-94 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT the Committee recess for lunch until 1:30 p.m. "CARRIEDlt PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT The meeting reconvened at 1:30 p.m. Rezoning Application Resolution #GP A-44-94 and Site Plan Application Chris Lapa on behalf of Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Scott J.B. Scott D14.DEV.93.041 THAT Report PD-1O-94 be received; Rezoning Application and Site Plan Application Martin Topolie on behalf of Harold Wagg and Armsnd Young D14.DEV.93.043 THAT the application to amend the Comprehensive Zoning By-law 84-63 of the Former Town of Newcastle, as amended, submitted by Chris Lapa on behalf of J.B. Scott be referred back to Staff for further processing and the preparation of a subsequent report upon receipt of all outstanding comments; and THAT the Durham Region Planning Department, all interested parties listed in Report PD-10-94 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-45-94 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor O'Toole THAT Report PD-ll-94 be received; THAT the application to amend the Comprehensive Zoning By-law 84-63 of the Former Town of Newcastle, as amended, submitted by Martin Topolie on behalf of Harold Wagg and Armsnd Young be referred back to Staff for further processing and the preparation of a subsequent report upon receipt of all outstanding comments; and 206 . . . G.P.& A Minutes - 7- February 7, 1994 PLANNING AND DEVEWPMENT DEPARTMENT CONT'D. THAT the Durham Region Planning Department, all interested parties listed in Report PD-1l-94 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" Rezoning Application Resolution #GPA-46-94 Dwight Chizen in Trust D14.DEV.90.074 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT Report PD-12-94 be tabled to allow staff to liaise with Brookiog Transport. "CARRIED" Monitoring of the Decisions of the Committee of Alljustment D13.CO Resolution #GPA-47-94 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor O'Toole THAT Report PD-13-94 be received; THAT Council concur with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made on January 13, 1994; and THAT Staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment in the event of an appeal. "CARRIEDI1 Resolution #GPA-48-94 Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT the order of the agenda be altered to consider a planning matter listed under "U nfmished Business" at this time. "CARRIED" UNFINISHED BUSINESS Requests by SAGA Resolution #GPA-49-94 for the Establishment of an Environmental Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Scott Advisory Committee Review of the Mandate THAT Report PD-7-94 be lifted from the table. for the Port Granby Newcastle Environment "CARRIED" Committee E05.199.PO 207 . . . G.P.& A Minutes UNFINISHED BUSINESS CLERK'S DEPARTMENT FIRE DEPARTMENT - 8- February 7, 1994 Resolution #GPA-50-94 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report PD-7 -94 be received for information and for direction if necessary; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-7-94 be advised of Council's direction. "CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING" (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION) Resolution #GPA-51-94 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hannah THAT the foregoing Resolution #GPA-50-94 be amended by deleting the following words from the first paragraph: "and for direction if necessary". "CARRIED" The foregoing Resolution #GPA-50-94 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED. There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda TREASURY DEPARTMENT There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda Confidential Report (Legal Matter) Resolution #GPA-52-94 Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Confidential Report TR-5-94 be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered "In Camera". IlCARRIED" ') ('8 "_ u . . . G_P.& A Minutes - 9- February 7, 1994 Councillor Dreslinski chaired this portion of the meeting. COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Invitation to Host 1996 Ontario Senior Games (Actifest '96) Resolution #GPA-53-94 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report CS-04-94 be received; THAT Council not submit a bid proposal to host the 1996 Ontario Senior Games (Actifest '96) at this time; and THAT Mr. Ron Puttock be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Councillor Hannah chaired this portion of the meeting. Wmter Snow Fence Springfield Subdivision, Phase I, Plan 40M-1669, "Certificate of Acceptance", Storm Sewer System Macourtice Subdivision, Phase I, Plan 40M-1675, "CertuICate of Acceptance", Storm Sewer System Resolution #GPA-54-94 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report WD-5-94 be received; and THAT no provision be made in the 1994 Current Budget for the supply and erection of snow fencing. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-55-94 Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT Report WD-6-94 be received; and THAT the Director of Public Works be authorized to issue a "Certificate of Acceptance" for the storm sewer system constructed within Plan 40M-1669. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-56-94 Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT Report WD-7-94 be received; and THAT the Director of Public Works be authorized to issue a "Certificate of Acceptance" for the storm sewer system constructed within Plan 40M-1675. "CARRIEDII 2U9 . . . G.P.& A Minutes - 10- February 7, 1994 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT CONT'D. Residents' Concerns about Traffic on Simpson Avenue, Bowmaoville Status Report - Joint Health and Safety Committees Request for Sidewalk on Regional Road 18 from Highway 2 to Newtonville Public School, N ewtonville Resolution #GPA-57-94 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT Report WD-8-94 be tabled until such time as the Municipality has received fIrm guidelines on the use of infrastructure funds. nCARRIED" Resolution #GPA-58-94 Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT Report WD-9-94 be received; THAT the proposed By-law attached to Report WD-9-94 be forwarded to Council for approval; and THAT a copy of Report WD-9-94 be forwarded to the Ministry of Labour, Attention: Mr. Fred Iacavoni. "CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING" (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION) Resolution #GPA-59-94 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the foregoing Resolution #GPA-58-94 be amended by adding the following wording thereto: "THAT a letter from Mayor Hamre and Members of Council be sent congratulating outside and inside employees on their excellent achievement." "CARRIED" The foregoing Resolution #GPA-58-94 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED. Resolution #GPA-60-94 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT Report WD-10-94 be received; THAT $50,000 be provided in the proposed 1994 Capital Budget, for Council's consideration, for the construction of a sidewalk on the east side of N ewtonville Road to the N ewtonville Public School; and THAT the lead petitioners, Sharon Steele and Mr. R. L. Willsher, be advised of Council's decision. rICARRIED" 210 . . . G.P.& A Minutes -11- February 7, 1994 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT CONT'D. Nominations for Outstanding 3Rs Initiatives in CIarington Closure of Williams Mill Bridge and the Approaches to Vehicular Traffic Request from Becas Developments Limited to Purchase a Portion of the Unopened Road Allowance Between Lots 18 and 19, Concession 5, former of Clarke Township ADMINISTRATOR Resolution #GPA-61-94 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor O'Toole THAT Report WD-11-94 be received for information. "CARRIEDl' Resolution #GPA-62-94 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor O'Toole THAT the Addendum to Report WD-8-93 and Report WD-8-93 be tabled until such time as a solution has been found to Mr. Joe Drew's concerns. "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-83-94 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT Addendum No.2 to WD-66-90 be received; THAT the request from Becas Developments Limited to purchase a portion the unopened road allowance between Lots 18 and 19, Concession 5, former Clarke Township, be denied; and THAT Mr. Peter Caspari, Becas Developments, be advised of Council's decision. IICARRIED" Councillor Scott chaired this portion of the meeting. Status Report of Resolution #GPA-64-94 Economic Development Activities Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report ADMIN-3-94 be received; THAT the actions identified in the table which forms the body of Report ADMIN-3-94 be endorsed; and THAT the Economic Development Liaison Team be provided with a copy of Report ADMIN-3-94. IICARRIEDll 211 . . . G.P.& A Minutes - 12- February 7, 1994 ADMINISTRATOR CONT'D. Total Quality Mansgement OTHER BUSINESS ADJOURNMENT Resolution #GP A-65-94 Moved by Councillor HRnnRh. seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the Acting Chief Administrative OtT'ICer report on the development of staff training pertaining to Total Quality Mansgement for budget discussions. t'CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-66-94 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the meeting be "In Camera". "CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-67-94 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Hannah THAT the actions taken "In Camera" be approved. "CARRIED" There were no items considered under this section of the agenda Resolution #GPA-68-94 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Hannah THAT the meeting adjourn at 3:38 p.m. "CARRIED" &e...~~_ ~. -/: Deput.. er W