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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/01/1993 . . . THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE General Purpose and Arlmin;stration Committee March 1, 1993 ROLL CALL Present Were: Absent: Also Present: MINUTES PUBLIC MEETING Minutes of a regular meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on Monday, March 1, 1993 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 (Due to lliness) Chief Administrative Officer, L. Kotseff Director of Community Services, J. Caruana Director of Public Works, W. Evans Fire Chief, M. Creighton Treasurer, M.Marano Director of P!anriing and Development, F. Wu Town Clerk, P. Barrie Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #GP A-92-93 Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of the General Purpose and Administration Committee held on February 15, 1993, be approved. "CARRIED" Pursuant to Section 34, Subsection 12 of the Planriing Act, the Town of Newcastle Council, through its General Purpose and Administration Committee, is holding a Public Meeting for the following Rezoning Application: (a) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment - Part Lot 17, Concession 6, former Township of Darlington - Ronald Sucee. G.P.& A Minutes . PUBLIC MEETING CONT'D. - 2- March 1, 1993 Before proceeding with this matter, the Chairman asked the Clerk to advise on the manner of notice. The Clerk advised that public notices for the rezoning application were sent by fll"st class mail on or before January 29, 1993 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 sites prior to January 29, 1993. This notice procedure is in compliance with Ontario Regulation 404/83. The Chairman announced that all persons wishing further notice of the passage of the by-law should leave their name, address and telephone number with the Clerk's Department before they leave. The Chairman annoWlCed that the 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) Ronald Sucee - Report PD-37.93 - the purpose and effect of this application is to permit the estahlishment of a place of worship. . Noone appeared in objection to or in support of this application. Mr. Ronald Sucee, applicant, was present to answer questions from the Committee members. DELEGATIONS (a) Mr. Jim Bishop appeared later in the meeting during an "In Camera" session. (b) Mrs. Jean Taylor, R.R. #1, 'F.nni.....l1en, LOB lJO - addressed Committee with respect to the handicapped person access to Solina Community Centre Hall and requested that the Town of Newcastle establish a reserve fund account so that personal and other donations can be received and deposited for the purpose of this project. Also, she requested a grant of $20,000 from the Town of Newcastle to assist in this program. This amount represents one third of the $60,000 required. Mrs. Taylor indicated that Provincial funding is available in the amount of $20,000 and the Community of Solina will be raising the additional $20,000 needed. (c) Mr. Gavin StephPll_. 66 Penfound Drive, Bowmanville, LlC 4C2 - appeared before the Committee with respect to the Addendum to Report WD-72-92. He indicated that he still has concerns regarding the completion of the subdivision roads and the closure of Martin Road if the connecting roads are not completed. . G.P.& A Minutes . DELEGATIONS CONT'D. (d) Linda Welsh, 45 Aloona Street, Bowmanville, LlC 3P7 - addressed Committee with respect to the Addendum to Report WD-72-92. She raised several questions, namely: What will happen to the closure of Martin Road if, for some reason, the developer does not complete the Aspen Springs drive and west side street during the 1993194 season? Will Prestonway Drive be opened to Martin Road before July 4, 1994? Where does the development of the towribouses for the corner of Martin Road and Highway 57 stand? Will it be open before July 4, 1994? Increased time for fJre and police response time? . . Rezoning Application Ronald Sucee DI4.DEV.92.054 - 3 - March 1, 1993 She raised concern with the lack of notification of the closure of this intersection during the p!anriing of the subdivision and suggested that perhaps in future all area residents using the existing road should be notified directly through mailing of such changes. Resolution #GPA-93.93 Moved by Councillor Dreslinsk:i, seconded by Councillor O'Toole THAT the Committee go 'In Camera" to hear the delegation of Mr. Jim Bishop. 'CARRIED" Resolution #GPA-94-93 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor O'Toole THAT the actions taken "In Camera' be confirmed. "CARRIED' Resolution #GPA-95-93 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor O'Toole THAT Report PD-37-93 be received; THAT the application to amend the Town of Newcastle Comprehensive Zoning By-law 84-63, as amended, submitted by Ronald Sucee on behalf of Tangiewood Stables 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 P!anriing Department, all interested parties listed in Report PD-37.93 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" G.P.& A Minutes . PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT - 4. March 1, 1993 Courtice Heights South Resolution #GPA-96-93 Certificate of Release DI2.18T.76027 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT Report PD-38-93 be received; THAT, pursuant to the provisions of Paragraph 5.26 of the Subdivision Agreement between the Town and Claret Investments Limited and Rexgate Holdings Limited, the Town has no objections to the issuance of the "Certificate of Release"; THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized, by by-law, to execute on behalf of the Town of Newcastle the 'Certificate of Release"; and THAT Claret Investments Limited and Rexgate Holdings Limited be informed of COWlCil's decision. nCARRIED" . Town of Newcastle Resolution #GPA-97-93 Subdivision Agreement Furnace Regulations Moved by Councillor Hannab, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski and Warranty Provisions A09.2091.SU THAT Report PD-39-93 be received for information. 'CARRIED" Monitoring of the Decisions of the Committee of Adjustment D13.3807.MO Resolution #GPA-98-93 Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT Report PD-40-93 be received; THAT COWlCil concur with the decision of the Committee of Adjustment made on February 11, 1993; 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. "CARRIED" . G.P.& A Minutes . PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT CONT'D. . , - 5 - March 1, 1993 Development Charges Resolution #GP A-99-93 Policy Report Amendment to Section 2.10 - Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Scott Collection Timing Plans of Subdivision! Condominium F21.1758.DE THAT Report PD-41-93 be received; THAT the Development Charges Policy Report, as approved by Council on March 2, 1992, be amended by replacing the fll"st paragraph within Section 2.10.2 with the following new paragraph: 'That for a plan of subdivision or condominium, 25% of the total amount of the development charge imposed in respect of the aggregate number of dwellings that are permitted to be developed on land which the plan applies shall be payable on the execution of an agreement under Section 50 of the P!anriing Act, 1983 between the developer and the Town; 25% of the total amount shall be payable prior to the issuance of a building permit for the first dwelling unit; 25% of the total amount shall be payable on the earlier to occur of the fll"St anniversary of the issuance of the fll"st building permit and the issuance of a building permit for the fll"st dwelling unit in addition to building permits previously issued for 50% of the dwelling units; and the last 25% of the total amount shall be payable on the earlier to occur of the second anniversary of the issuance of the first building permit and the issuance of a building permit for the fll"st dwelling unit in addition to building permits previously issued for 75% of the dwelling units. All payments shall be adjusted to include indexing at the time of payment."; THAT the Development Charge By-law be amended to change the indexing from Construction Cost Index to Building Cost Index and the amending by- law be brought forth for passage in accordance to the procedure and requirement set out in the Development Charges Act; and THAT a copy of Report PD-41.93 and the decision of the General Purpose and Administration Committee be forwarded to the Urhan Development Institute, the Toronto Home Builders' Association and the Durham Home Builders' Association. tlCARRIED" G.P.& A Minutes . PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT CONT'D. . . - 6- March 1, 1993 Official Plan Resolution #GP A-I00-93 Amendment Invar Industrial Limited Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Scott Town of Whitby D09.0PA92.002/D THAT Report PD-42-93 be received; Draft Official Plan Amendment and Courtice Neighbourhood Plan Amendments Implementing the Recreation/Leisure Services Master Plan Recommendation #6 and Open Space D09.0P A92.N/005 THAT the Town of Whitby and Region of Durham be advised that the Town of Newcastle does not object to the proposed Official Plan Amendment submitted by INV AR Industrial Limited subject to consideration of the concerns raised in Report PD-42-93; THAT a copy of Report PD-42.93 be forwarded to the Town of Whitby and Region Durham P!anriing Departments; and THAT the Region advise the Town of Newcastle at such time that the Omcial Plan Amendment and Rezoning is approved. IICARRIED" Resolution #GPA-I01-93 Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Dreslioski THAT Report PD-43-93 be received; THAT Council adopt Recommendation #6 of the Recreation/Leisure Parks Services Master Plan to "utilize a system of park classification including Town Parks, Major and Minor Community Parks, Neighbourhood Parks and Hamlet Parks as the framework for the development of new culture and recreation sites within the Town of Newcastle'; and THAT Staff be authorized to advertise and hold a Public Meeting and to circulate to public agencies on the draft Official Plan Amendment and Neighbourhood Plan Amendments on revised parks and open space system policies. !'CARRIED" Resolution #GP A-102-93 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the Committee recess for ten minutes. IlCARRIED" The meeting reconvened at 10:55 am. G.P.& A Minutes . PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT CONT'D. - 7- March 1, 1993 Economic Development D02.GE Resolution #GPA-I03-93 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report PD-44-93 be received; THAT the fmancial proposals included in Report PD-44-93 be approved prior to budget deliberations; and THAT Report PD.44-93 be considered by the General Purpose and Administration Committee at their meeting scheduled to be held on April 5, 1993. "CARRIED" CLERK'S DEPARTMENT There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda. COWlCillor O'Toole chaired this portion of the meeting. TREASURY DEPARTMENT . Resolution #GPA-I04-93 Moved by Councillor Dres1ioski, seconded by COWlCillor Hannah THAT Confidential Report TR-7 -93 be referred to the end of the agenda to be considered during an "In Camera" session. "CARRIED" Tender NW93-1, Electrics1 Services FI8.3837.QU Resolution #GPA-I05-93 Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by COWlCillor Novak THAT Report TR-13-93 be received; THAT George Moore Electric, Bowmanville, Ontario, with bid prices of $28.00 per hour for Journeyman Electrician and $11.00 per hour for Journeyman Electrician's Helper be awarded the contract to provide Electrics1 Services, as required by the Town of Newcastle for 1993; and THAT the funds expended be drawn from the various 1993 Current Budget Accounts. "CARRIED" , G.P.& A Minutes . TREASURY DEPARTMENT CONT'D. - 8- March 1, 1993 Tender NW92-41, 1993 Traffic Sign Requirements FI8.3837.QU Resolution #GPA-I06-93 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT Report TR-14-93 be received; THAT Provincial Traffic Signs, Port Perry, Ontario, with a total bid in the amount of $38,080.49 being the most responsible bidder meeting all terms, conditions and specifIcations of Tender NW92-41, be awarded the contract to supply and deliver the 1993 TraffIC and Street Sign requirements to the Town of Newcastle; and THAT the funds expended be drawn from the 1993 budget allocation for Traffic and Street Signs. "CARRIED" Tender NW93-4, Supply and Install Various Trees - Bowmanville Yard FI8.3837.QU Resolution #GPA-I07-93 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Report TR-19-93 be received; . THAT Andrew Timar Landscaping Limited, Norval, Ontario, with a total bid of $11,302.41 ($10,211.01 tender bid price plus $1,091.40 for warranty), being the lowest responsible bidder meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of Tender NW93-4, be awarded the contract to supply all necessary labour, materials and equipment for the Supply and Installation of Various Trees at the Bowmanville Works Yard (new Parks and Cemetery Depot); and THAT the funds required be drawn from Account #1110-00166-0000 Parkland Reserve (1992 carry-over). "CARRIED" Quotation Q93-2, Resolution #GPA.I06-93 Mechanical Equipment Maintenance Contract Moved by Councillor Jf Ann~ h, seconded by Councillor Scott FI8.3837.QU THAT Report TR.20-93 be received; THAT Prairie Plumbing & Heating, Newcastle, Ontario, with a total bid of $4,356.00 for Part "A" and a Journeyman hourly rate of $36.00 be awarded Part "A" of the Mechanical Equipment Maintenance Contract, as required by the Town of Newcastle; . G.P.& A Minutes . TREASURY DEPARTMENT CONT'D. - 9- March 1, 1993 THAT Jack Burgess Plumbing and Heating, Bowmanville, Ontario, with a total bid price of $1,130.00, for Part "B" and a Journeyman hourly rate of $30.00, be awarded Part "B" of the M""hRn;oRI Equipment Maintenance Contract, as required by the Town of Newcastle; and THAT the funds expended be drawn from the respective facilities 1993 Mechanical Equipment Maintenance. "CARRIED" FIRE DEPARTMENT There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda. COWlCillor Dreslinski chaired this portion of the meeting_ CO~SER~CESDEPARTMENT Brownsdale Community Resolution #GPA-I09-93 Centre - Request for Assistance Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor O'Toole Fl1.3835.CH . THAT Report CS-02-93 be received; and THAT Council be advised that Fleurette Simmonds of the Brownsdale Community Centre has withdrawn the Board's request for fmancial assistance. "CARRIED" Solina Community Centre Hall - Handicap Access T02.4725.GE Resolution #GPA-llO-93 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT Report CS-03-93 be received for information; and THAT Jean Taylor be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" . . . . G.P.& A Minutes - 10- March 1, 1993 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Councillor Hannah chaired this portion of the meeting. Town of Newcastle - Darlington Nuclear Emergency Plan P03.4818_GE Resolution #GPA-111-93 Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT Report WD-IO-93 be received; THAT the proposal from IER PlAnning Research and Management Services for the preparation of the Town of Pickering and the Town of Ajax Pickering Nuclear Emergency Plans and the City of Oshawa and the Town of Newcastle Dariington Nuclear Emergency Plans for a total cost of $64,093 be accepted FORTHWITH; THAT the funding for the Town of Newcastle share for $16,023 be obtained from the Station Account "B" related to the Darlington Generating Station ($5,500) and the Joint Emergency P!anriing Program ($4,500) as previously approved by Council on December 14, 1992; THAT the Special Committee of Council on the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station be requested to provide an additional $6,023 from Station Account "B" for the preparation of the plan; THAT, if the Special Committee of Council on the Dariington Nuclear Generating Station does not approve providing an additional $6,023 from Station Account "B", $6,023 be obtained from the 1993 Budget for contingency (Account #7007-X-298); THAT Council pass the proposed by-law attached to Report WD-IO-93 and; THAT IER P!anriing Research and Management Services, Noel Marshall, David Low, Robert Henderson and Aleem Mridi be advised of Council's decision. 'CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING' (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION) Resolution #GPA-112-92 Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor O'Toole THAT the foregoing Resolution #GPA-111-93 be amended by deleting the fifth paragraph in its entirety. "CARRlED't . . . G.P.& A Minutes UNFINISHED BUSINESS Proposed Closing of Regional Road 57 and Martin Road T09.4814.MA ADMINISTRATION -11- March 1, 1993 The foregoing Resolution #GPA-111-93 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS AMENDED. This item will be considered by Council at their meeting scheduled to be held on March 1, 1993. Resolution #GPA-113-93 Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT the agenda be altered to allow for consideration of the Addendum to Report WD-72-92 listed under U nfmished Business at this time. "CARRIED' Resolution #GPA-114-93 Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT the Addendum to Report WD-72-92 be received; THAT By-law 92-225 contain an effective date of July 4, 1994, conditional upon the completion of Phase I of Aspen Springs, for the closure of Martin Road; THAT Council lift from the table and pass By-law 92-225; and THAT Mr. Gavin M. Stephenson and Mrs. Linda Welsh be advised of Council's decision and be provided with a copy of the Addendum to Report WD-72-92. "CARRIEDlI Councillor Scott chaired this portion of the meeting. Community Liaison Group Resolution #GPA-115-93 Update (Port Granby Waste Management Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Novak Facility) CI2.4423.CO THAT Report ADMlN-2-93 be received; THAT, in accordance with Council's resolution of December 10 1992, Mr. John Veldbuis, Chair of the Newcastle Community Liaison Group, be requested to provide the information referred to in Report ADMlN-2-93; THAT the recommendation contained in Section 21 of Report ADMlN-2-93 concerning the end-use of the Port Granby Waste Management Facility site be approved; THAT a report be provided by staff dealing with the issue of compensation to be presented at a subsequent General Purpose and Administration Committee meeting; G.P.& A Minutes . ADMINISTRATION CONT'D. - 12- March 1, 1993 THAT, as set out in Section 22 of Report ADMIN-2-93, the terms of reference and consultants with whom consultant contracts have been or are proposed to be made be provided to Council by the Siting Task Force and the Newcastle Community Liaison Group for Council's consideration and, if necessary, its approval; and THAT a copy of Report ADMIN-2-93 be forwarded to Mr. John Veldhuis, Chair, Newcastle Community Liaison Group, Members of the Newcastle Community Liaison Group and to Dr. Vera Lafferty, Secretary-General, Siting Task Force. IICARRIED" Resolution #GPA-116.93 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor O'Toole THAT the Committee go "In Camera". "CARRIED" Councillor O'Toole chaired this portion of the meeting. . Resolution #GPA-117-93 Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski THAT the actions taken "In Camera" be confll"IDed. "CARRIED" OTHER BUSINESS There were no items considered under this section of the agenda. ADJOURNMENT Resolution #GPA-118-93 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Scott THAT the meeting acljourn at 12:12 p.m. "CARRIED' . $~~/~/ Chairman, Planning and Development Department ~yL Dep y Cler ~