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THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
General Purpose and Administration Committee
November 15, 1993
ROLL CALL
Present Were:
Also Present:
MINUTES
PRESENTATION
Minutes of a regular meeting of the General
Purpose and Administration Committee held on
Monday, November 15, 1993 at 9:30 am.
in the Council Chambers.
Mayor D. Hamre (Until 2:30 p.m.)
Councillor A Dreslinski (Until 2:50 p.m.)
Councillor L. Hannah
Councillor K. Hooper
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor J. O'Toole
Councillor D. Scott
Acting Chief Administrative Officer, M. Marano
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Fire Chief, M. Creighton
Director of Public Works, W. Evans
Director of PJaoning and Development, F. Wu
Deputy Clerk, M. Knight
Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting.
Resolution #GPA-631-93
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 November 1, 1993, be approved.
"CARRIED"
Mr. David Crombie, Waterfront Regeneration Trust, 207 Queen's Quay West,
Suite 580, Toronto, M5J 1A7 - re: Waterfront Study - David Crombie circulated
a brochure entitled "Waterfront Regeneration Trust - Work Plan" and advised
that the Waterfront Regeneration Trust was enacted by the Ontario Legislature
on June 25, 1992. Bill 1 received Royal Assent the same day establishing the
Waterfront Regeneration Trust as an agency of the Provincial Government.
The objectives of the Waterfront Regeneration Trust are to:
facilitate the establishment of a trail and associated green or open spaces on
waterfront lands from Burlington Bay to the Trent River;
co-ordinate programs and policies of the Government of Ontario and its
agencies relating to waterfront lands;
advise the Province on any matters relating to the use, disposition,
conservation, protection and regeneration of waterfront lands;
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serve as a resource centre and information clearing house for policies of the
Government of Ontario relating to waterfront lands;
consult with the public to determine the public interest in the environmental
integrity of waterfront lands; and
do such other things as the Government of Ontario may direct.
He gave a slide presentation reflecting the principles of regenerating the
waterfront and a map outlining the land area which includes the Niagara
Escarpment and the Oak Ridges Moraine. He advised that development of the
waterfront is not necessarily a shoreline trail but a waterfront trail. He
expressed his willingness to hold round table discussions with all interested
parties.
(a) Municipality of C1arington Waterfront Study Phase 3 Report:
Recommended Waterfront Land Use Strategy
Before proceeding with this matter, the Chairman asked the Deputy Clerk to
advise on the manner of notice.
The Deputy Clerk advised that a public notice was sent by first class mail on or
before November 3, 1993 to all included on the waterfront mailing list.
Additionally the notice was placed in local newspapers on November 3, 1993.
The Chairman announced that all persons who wish further notice of the
Waterfront Study 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 amendment, then the objectors
would be heard, followed by the supporters and the applicant.
(a) Municipality of C1arington Waterfront Study Phase 3 Report:
Recommended Waterfront Land Use Strategy - Report PD-153-93 - The
Waterfront Study is being undertaken as part of the Official Plan Review in
order to formulate a long term strategic plan for the preservation,
enhancement and development of the C1arington Waterfront Area.
Linda HeIIas, Bird and Hale Limited, 1.263 Bay Street, Toronto, M5R 2Cl - re:
Waterfront Study - displayed maps of the waterfront area in the Municipality of
Clarington, Recommended Greenway Network and a Vision of the Greenway
Systems For the Future. She advised that the consultant bas recommended an
eco-system approach for the development of some 31 kilometres of shoreline
distance. She indicated that presently, 3% of the area is publicly accessible and,
by the year 2000, this should be increased to 25%. The long term plan indicates
that industrial lands will increase from 7% to 14%, the residential land use will
increase from 4% to 10% and the agricultural use will be reduced from 64% to
35%. The long term plan for the recommended Greenway Network is to
function as an east-west regional trail.
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Ruth Hinkley, 158 Wilmot Trail, Neweastle, Lffi 1BO - circulated a letter from
the Wilmot Creek Homeowners Association dated November 15, 1993 which
addressed the Phase 3 Report of the Clarington Waterfront Study. She
indicated that "the Association agrees that the Wilmot Creek Community should
be a special study area and that this area is identified in the September, 1993
Waterfront Background Paper". She requested that, in future discussions, the
Ministry of Housing, which through the Rent Control Act regulates the monthly
rent payments, be involved in discussions. If the public trail is sited across the
shoreline there would be the need to ensure not only security measures for
homes but security measures for the recreation facilities and reimbursement to
residents for lOBS of lifestyle. She concluded by stating that the Association
commends the formation of the Long Term Strategic Plan for the development,
enhancement and preservation of the Lake Ontario resources in the
Municipality of C1arington.
AI M".........I. 4188 T ........hnre Road, Neweastle, Lffi lHO - advised that he
operates a commercial vegetable farming operation on approximately 200 acres
of land which runs 3 kilometres along both sides of Lakeshore Road. He
advised that he has a very serious concern pertaining to toxic chemicals which
he sprays approximately once per week. The re-entry period for some of these
chemicals runs from 24 to 48 hours and exposure to these ch..m;"" I. could be
very hazardous for someone walk:ing along the trail which would traverse fields
which have been sprayed
Maureen ~ Box 44021, Osbawa, LlH 8R5 - referred to a letter
previously sent to the Planning Department expressing her concerns pertaining
to the contents of the Waterfront Study. She strongly objects to the
expropriation of over 100 homes to create open space and noted that St. Marys
Cement operation should only be allowed to operate under the regulations of its
original permit.
Bob Morrison, 97 Cedar Crest Beach, BowmanvilJe, LIC 3Ka - suggested that
the Darlington Hydro Plant and St. Marys Cement Plant should be approached
to determine their wil1ingness to allow access to the lake from their lands. He
requested c1arif1cation on an "after use plan" for St. Marys to determine if the
property could be restored to a useful form.
John Shaw, 4401 T ........hare Road, Neweastle, LIB 1LO - expressed a concern
pertaining to this public meeting being held during the day because people who
are employed cannot attend. He also suggested that consideration be given to
contacting the Ganaraska Conservation Authority in Port Hope and Orono in
the interim, to determine the feasibility of N orthlSouth trails.
Bernard W......1iqg, 60 West Beach Road, BowmanvilJe, LIC 3K3 - requested
c1arif1cation of the intent of the Port DarJington Secondary Plan and noted that
West Beach Road is a private road and that the Harbour Commission lands
comprise less than 1/3 of the land area on West Beach Road.
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John Wells, 15 Firwood Avenue, Courtice, LIE 11'6 - noted that consideration
should be given to double railway tracks running along the lakeshore.
Wesley Down, 726 TownIine Boad South, Oshawa, LIE lCl - advised that he
owns land adjacent to Darlington Park and asked if there is a land freeze
between the area of Dar1ington Park and Darlington Generating Station.
Roger Howard, Ridge Pine Park Inc., Rice Capital Group, 17 Dean Street,
Brampton, L6W IM7 - circulated a letter dated October 22, 1993 enclosing his
proposal with respect to the accommodation of the Waterfront Trail in relation
to the Wilmot Creek lands. He stated in his letter that "this proposal offers a
viable solution for all sides, on one hand providing an acceptable and efficient
route for the trail and on the other, preserving the integrity of the Wilmot
Creek community, the desires of the WIlmot Creek residents and the direction
of Municipal Council". He requested that the Waterfront Study report not be
approved until such time as the existing trail in Wilmot Creek is oflicially
realigned.
Mavis Carlton, Pr-inPnt or the Port Darlington Comnnmity .A"""";Rti<m,
R. R. #2, Group 2, Box 63, Bow.........ille, LIC 3K3 - noted that, in her
estimation, the report has given little consideration to the cultural and heritage
history of the area. The Waterfront Study, she advised, does not encompass an
evaluation of the health risks associated with the proposed industrialization of
the lands on the lakefront.
David Crombie, Waterfront Regeneration Trust, 207 Queen's Quay West,
Suite 580, Toronto, M5J 1A7 - reiterated to Members of the Committee that
"expropriation of privately owned lands is not part of the equation" for creating
access to waterfront. He addressed the various concerns expressed by the
delegations and advised that he is looking forward to round table discussions
with municipal officials, organizations and members of the public.
Resolution #GPA-632-93
Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski
THAT Mr. David Crombie and members of the Waterfront Regeneration Trust
be thanked for their excellent presentation and advised that the Municipality of
C1arington looks forward to future meetings.
IlCARRIED"
Noone spoke in support of this application.
Resolution #GPA-633-93
Moved by Councillor N oval<, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski
THAT the Committee recess for lunch until 1:15 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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The meeting reconvened at 1:15 p.m.
DELEGATIONS
Councillor Hannah made a declaration of interest with respect to the
delegations; vacated his chair and refrained from discussion and voting on the
subject matter. Councillor JlRnnRh is a member of the Oshawa Gun Club.
(a) Steve JRnRIIUI, 260 King Street East, R.R. #1, Box 8, Hampton, LOB lJO -
re: Report CD-30-93 - referred to a petition presented to Council in
November, 1992, from the residents of Hampton requesting that the
Marksmen Club exemption to By-law 89-184 (Noise By-law) be rescinded.
He advised that the discharging of fIrearms outdoors is frightening to
children, domestic and farm Rn;mRl. and wildlife. He feels that the right to
peace and quietness of the residents is being violated and that the discharge
of flI'earms will devaluate the adjacent homeowners' properties. He advised
that no further complaints pertsining to noise have been made since
November, 1992 because the petitioners were awaiting a response to their
complaint. He requested that a sound level report be completed by the
Municipality of C1arington. He sited various instances when there is
continuous noise emanating from the discharge of firearms for as long as
two hours at a time.
(b) Gerry Neely, Pr-inPnt, Marksmen Club ofOshawa, P.O. Box 2002, Oshawa
Sub 'N, Oshawa, LlH 7V4 - re: Report CD-30-93 - advised that the
Marksmen Club of Oshawa was started in 1937 and moved to its present
location in 1963. The club is comprised of 213 members from all walks of
life and some of whom reside in the Municipality of C1arington. The
property covers 17 1/2 acres and members shoot at targets some 20 yards
away. Neighbours on both sides of the property, with the exception of
Mr. Jansma, were contacted and it was determined that there was no
opposition to the activities of the Marksmen Club of Oshawa. It was
determined by a noise study expert that the fact that the persons shooting
move up and down the property made it impossible to get a registerable
reading. He noted the club's willingness to pay for a sound study if an
expert can be found. He advised that the petitioners who signed Mr.
Jansma's petition reside in Hampton and are not neighbours of the
Marksmen Club of Oshawa property.
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Municipality of
C1arington Waterfront
Study Pbase 3 Report:
Recommended Land Use
Strategy
Resolution #GPA-634-93
Moved by Councillor Dres1inski, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT Report PD-153-93 be received;
THAT the 'Recommended Land Use Strategy' Report, being the Phase 3
Report of the Municipality of CJarington Waterfront Study, be received for
information and referred hack to Staff to bring forward an amendment to
the Official Plan;
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT CONT'D.
Monitoring of the
Decisions of the
Committee of
Adjustment for the
Meeting of
October 28, 1993
THAT the Waterfront Trail and Greenway Concept be endorsed in principle
and that Staff report back on an interim and ultimate alignment for the
Waterfront Trail; and
THAT all delegations and interested parties listed in Report PD-153-93 be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-635-93
Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Hannah
THAT Report PD-154-93 be received;
THAT Council concur with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment
made on September 30, 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.
IICARRIED"
Exemption from Part Resolution #GPA-636-93
Lot Control - Kiddicorp
Investments - Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Scott
D14.DEV.93.036
THAT Report PD.155-93 be received;
THAT the request submitted by George L. Smith on behalf of Kiddicorp
Investments, for removal of Part Lot Control on Blocks 1 - 20 inclusive on
Plan 4OM-1741 be approved;
THAT the By-law attached to Report PD-155-93 be approved and forwarded
to the Regional Municipality of Durham pursuant to Section 50(7) of the
Planning Act; and
THAT the interested parties listed in Report PD-155-93 and any delegation
be advised of Council's decision.
nCARRIED"
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT CONT'D.
Engineering and Resolution #GPA-637-93
Streetscaping Design
Work Bowmanville West Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Hannah
Main Central Area
Monthly Report on
Building Permit
Activity for
October, 1993
CLERK'S DEPARTMENT
Request for License
to Sell Break-Open
Lottery (Nevada)
Tickets - Bowmanville
Minor Hockey Assoc.
THAT Report PD-156-93 be received;
THAT Totten Sims Hubicki Associates be authorized to undertake the work
as outlined in their proposaJ dated November 4, 1993 (Attachment #2 to
Report PD-156-93) subject to the contributions by Markborough Properties
Inc. and Willsonia Industries Ltd. for the portion of work identified in
Section 2.2 of Report PD-156-93; and
THAT funds in the amount of $6,725. be drawn from Account
7205-87000-260 Engineering Design and $35,200 be drawn from Account
110-184-X Public Works Development Charge Reserve Account for the
Town-funded portion of this work, FORTHWITH.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-638-93
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT Report PD-157-93 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Novak chaired this portion of the meeting.
Resolution #GP A-639-93
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski
THAT Report CD-27-93 be received;
THAT the request from the Bowmanville Minor Hockey Association for a licence to
sell Break-Open (Nevada) tickets from a third party location be approved; and
THAT Mr. Paul Jackman, President, Bowmanville Minor Hockey Association, be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
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CLERK'S DEPARTMENT CONT'D.
Resolution #GPA-640.93
Council Approval
of Lottery Licenses
Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski
THAT requests for lottery licenses be p1aced directly on the Council agenda for
direction with the appropriate recommendation; and
THAT the Province of Ontario be petitioned to review the process and legality of
Council delegating to Staff its authority to approve lottery licenses.
"CARRIED"
Parking Enforcement Resolution #GPA-641-93
Monthly Report for
Month of October, 1993 Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Mayor Hamre
THAT Report CD-28-93 be received for information.
Request for License to
Sell Break-Open Lottery
(Nevada) Tickets -
C1arington Orioles
Baseball Club
Noise Complaints and
Amendments to the
Noise By-law
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-642-93
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Hamre
THAT Report CD-29-93 be received;
THAT the request received from the C1arington Orioles Baseball Club for a licence
to sell Break-Open (Nevada) tickets from a third party location be approved; and
THAT Mr. Michael Dymarski, Treasurer, C1arington Orioles Baseball Club, be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Hannah made a declaration of interest with respect to Report CD-30-93;
vacated his chair and refrained from discussion and voting on the subject matter.
Councillor Hannah is a member of the Oshawa Gun Club.
Resolution #GPA-643-93
Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor O'Toole
THAT Report CD-30-93 be received;
THAT the request of Mr. Steven Jansma to rescind the exemption for the
Marksmen Club of Oshawa contained in By-law 89-184 (Noise By-law), be denied;
THAT the By-law attached to Report CD-30-93, amending the curfew hours for
construction noise be forwarded to Council for passage; and
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THAT Mr. Steven Jansma and all interested parties be advised of Council's decision
and forwarded a copy of Report CD-30-93.
SEE FOLLOWING MOTIONS
Resolution #GPA-644-93
Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT the recommendations contained in Report CD-30-93 be divided to allow for
the request of Mr. Steven Jansma separately.
IlCARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-645-93
Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor O'Toole
THAT the By-law attached to Report CD-30-93, amending the curfew hours for
construction noise be forwarded to Council for passage.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-646-93
Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Dreslinski
THAT Report CD-30-93 be received;
THAT the request of Mr. Steven Jansma to rescind the exemption for the
Marksmen Club of Oshawa contained in By-law 89-184 (Noise By-law) be referred
back to Staff to allow for discussions and review.
IICARRIEDII
Councillor O'Toole chaired this portion of the meeting.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT
Reimbursement of
Expenses to the
Mayor and Members
of Council - August
and September, 1993
Cash Activity Report
August, 1993
Part A
Resolution #GPA-647-93
Moved by Councillor Hannah, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Report TR-96-93 be received for information.
"CARRIED!!
Resolution #GPA-648-93
Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Mayor Hamre
THAT Report TR-97-93 be received;
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TREASURY DEPARTMENT CONT'D.
Cash Activity Report
September, 1993
Part A
THAT, in accordance with provision of Chapter M-45, Section 79 (1) of the
Municipal Act, R.S.O. 1990, the Treasurer reports that the cash position of the
Municipality of C1arington for the month ended August 31, 1993, is as shown on the
schedule attached to Report TR-97 -93; and
THAT Part A of the expenditures for the month of August, 1993 be conIll'med.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GP A-649-93
Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT Report TR-98-93 be received;
THAT, in accordance with provision of Chapter M-45, Section 79 (1) of the
Municipal Act, R.S.O. 1990, the Treasurer reports that the cash position of the
Municipality of C1arington for the month ended September 30, 1993, is as shown on
the schedule attached to Report TR-98-93; and
THAT Part A of the expenditures for the month of September, 1993 be conIll'1lled.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-650-93
Moved by Councillor DresJinski, seconded by Mayor Hamre
THAT the order of the agenda be altered to allow for consideration of
Addendum #2 to Report TR-65-93 listed under "U nImished Business" at this time.
IlCARRlED"
Resolution #GPA-651-93
Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Report TR-65-93 be lifted from the table;
THAT Report Addendum #1 to Report TR-65-93 be Jifted from the table;
THAT Report Addendum #2 to Report TR-65-93 be received;
THAT Report TR-65-93 be received;
THAT Report Addendum #1 to Report TR-65-93 be received;
THAT By-law 92-151 be rescinded;
THAT the by-law attached to Report TR-65-93 be recommended to Council for
enactment;
THAT the flat rate method of payment for kilometres travelled be offered to the
Mayor and Members of Council at the following rates:
Members of Council $125.00
Mayor $200.00; and
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THAT if the flat rate is chosen by the Mayor or any Member of Council it is
effective beginning November, 1993 until reconsidered with the 1994 budget
deliberations.
"CARRIED AS AMENDED
LATER IN THE MEETING"
(SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION)
Resolution #GPA-652-93
Moved by Councillor JlRnnRh, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the foregoing Resolution #GPA-651-93 be amended by deleting the number
"$125.00" in the eighth paragraph and replacing it with "$100.00" and amending the
ninth paragraph by removing the words "if" and "is" and replacing the words "it is"
with "be".
"CARRIED"
The foregoing Resolution #GPA-651-93 was then put to a vote and CARRIED AS
AMENDED.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda.
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Brownsdale Community Resolution #GPA-653-93
Centre - Status Report
Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT Report CS-30-93 be received for information.
"CARRIED'
Animal Control Monthly Resolution #GPA-654-93
Report for Month of
October, 1993 Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Hannah
THAT Report CS-31-93 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Hannah chaired this portion of the meeting.
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PUBLIC WORKS
Appointment of Public
Works Supervisors as
By-law Enforcement
OffICers for the
Purpose of Enforcing
Municipal By-law
No. 91-58 in
Accordance with the
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Resolution #GPA-655-93
Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT Report WD-48-93 be received;
THAT the proposed by-laws attached to Report WD-93 be forwarded to Council for
approval; and
THAT the Senior By-law Enforcement OffICer provide the training and instruction
necessary for the appointed Supervisors to perform the duties of a By-law
Enforcement Officer during the winter season.
"CARRIEDII
Traffic Conditions Resolution #GPA-656-93
Pebblestone and Trulls
Roads - Intersection Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak
and Surrounding Areas
Courtice THAT Report WD-49-93 be received;
THAT the regulatory speeds on Pebblestone Road between Durham Regional
Road 34 and Durham Regional Road 55, and Tooley Road from Pebblestone Road
northerly be reduced from 80 km/hr to 60 km/hr; and
THAT the proposed By-law attached to Report WD-49-93 (Attachment No.3) be
forwarded to Council for approval to implement the change.
ADMINISTRATION
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
OTHER BUSINESS
"CARRIED"
There were no reports considered under this section of the agenda.
Addendum #2 to Report TR-65-93 was considered earlier in the meeting (see
Page 10).
There were no items considered under this section of the agenda.
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Resolution #GPA-657-93
Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the meeting acljourn at 3:15 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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