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Home My WebLink About03/23/2009 DATE: MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2009 TIME: 7:00 P.M. PLACE: COUNCIL CHAMBERS MEETING CALLED TO ORDER INVOCATION DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST ANNOUNCEMENTS ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held March 2, 2009 PRESENTATIONS a) William Calver - Heritage Community Recognition Award b) Dianne McKenzie, Epilepsy Durham - "Purple Day for Epilepsy" Awareness Campaign c) Laura Scott, Team Captain, MS Walk - April 19, 2009 d) Lynn Martin, Campaign Manager, United Way of Oshawa, Whitby, Clarington, Brock and Scugog - Presentation of Plaque to Municipality e) Mike Harrington - Landfill vs Energy-From-Waste Carbon Footprint Comparison and Mechanical System Design Thesis Project f) Dan Remollino, MTO Project Manager and Brenda Jamieson and Doug Allingham, Consultant Project Managers - 407 East Environmental Assessment and Preliminary Design Study g) Cindy Symons-Milroy, Director of Economic Development - City of Oshawa - Community Adjustment and Sustainability Strategy: "ReThink.ReNew.ReTool" CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T (905) 623-3379 Council Agenda - 2 - March 23, 2009 DELEGATIONS (List as of Time of Publication) a) Petra Schwirtz, Clarington Marketing Minds Group - Municipal Grant for Funding (Item 17 of Report #1 ) b) Diane Powers, Christmas in Clarington Country - Denial of Municipal Grant (Item 15 of Report #1 ) c) Jim Richards - Need for Peer Reviews of Regional Consultant's Studies as they pertain to the Proposed Energy-From-Waste Facility (Correspondence Item D - 25) d) Debra Jefferson - Request for Peer Review to Address Environmental Monitoring of the Proposed Energy-From-Waste Facility (Correspondence Item D - 28) e) Linda Gasser - Request for Peer Reviews of Durham Project Team Energy- From-Waste Consultants' Studies (Correspondence Item D - 30) f) Wendy Bracken - Need for Peer Reviews with Regard to Recently Released Regional Consultant's Studies in the Durham York Waste EA (Correspondence Item D - 28) g) Bill Temple - Public Support Rally for Saving the Acute Care Service at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville (Correspondence Item D - 9) COMMUNICATIONS Receive for Information I - 1 Minutes of the Clarington Museums and Archives Board dated February 11, 2009 I - 2 Minutes of the Clarington Heritage Committee dated February 17, 2009 1-3 Minutes of the Kawartha Conservation dated January 21,2009 I - 4 Minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee dated February 10, and March 10, 2009 I - 5 Amy Bautista, Lease Administrator, SNC-Lavalin Profac Inc. - Promotion of "Earth Hour" I - 6 Jim Richards - Rescinding the Speaking Ban I - 7 The Honourable Jim Watson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing - Designing the I . Greenbelt Awards Council Agenda - 3 - March 23, 2009 I - 8 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham - Streamlining the Lottery Licensing Process I - 9 Jeffrey A. Abrams, City Clerk, City of Vaughan - Growing Communities Healthcare Alliance I - 10 Rebecca Harrison - Objection to the Proposed "Energy-From-Waste" Facility 1- 11 Chris White - Objection to the Proposed "Energy-From-Waste" Facility 1-12 The Honourable Bev Oda, P.C., M.P., Durham, Minister of International Cooperation- Shovel-ready Infrastructure Projects 1- 13 Kevin Empey, Lakeridge Health President and CEO - Lakeridge Health Bowmanville 1-14 The Honourable Jim Watson, MPP, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing - Promotion of "Earth Hour" Receive for Direction D - 1 Lynda Shepherd, The Canadian Hearing Society - Request for Proclamation of "Hearing Awareness Month" D - 2 Jayme Harper & Julie DeMarchi, Regional Directors - Region 3 Ontario, National Board Members - PFLAG Canada - Request to Fly Rainbow Flag D - 3 Derrick Mckay, Race Director, Courtice Kids Multisport Series - 3rd Annual "Courtice Kids of Steel Triathlon" D - 4 Sara Lawson, Community Development Coordinator - Toronto and East, Parkinson Society Canada Central and Northern Ontario - Request for Proclamation of "Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month" D - 5 Elaine Goraj, Fundraising & Program Development, Child Find Ontario - Request for Proclamation of "Green Ribbon of Hope Campaign and National Missing Children's Day". D - 6 Bob Waite, Senior Vice-President, Corporate Social Responsibility, Canada Post - 2009 Canada Post Community Literacy Award 0-7 Durham Region Labour Council- Request for Proclamation of "Day of Mourning" Council Agenda - 4 - March 23, 2009 D - 8 Margaret Clayton, Catherine Starr, Sara Weales, Facebook Group - Save Bowmanville POW Camp 30 from Demolition, Sgt. Brett Devries, 172 RCAC, Kristina Thomas, Nancy Leask, Melanie Gaudet, Teresa Miceli, Richard Van Dyk, John C. Schneider, Joanne Laton - Opposition to the Proposed Demolition of Camp 30 D - 9 Leah Vivian, Walter and Mae Haass, Jessica Campbell, Joanne Bibby, Dawn Hancock, Bernadine Malone, D. L. Cullingworth, Secretary, Newcastle-Bond Head Ratepayers Association, Joan Bedford, Pat Drysdale, Peter and Rose Ann Serjeant, Gary and Elaine Gibson, Shawn Hills, Jennifer Bower and Eric Bower, Gerry and Nancy Gough and Steve Lawrence - Lakeridge Health Bowmanville D - 10 The Newtonville Hall Board - Request for Street Closures for Annual Newtonville Day D - 11 Orono Business Improvement Area - Request for Street Closures for 2nd Annual Antique Art Festival and Annual Chili Cook-off D - 12 Christina Papadopoulos, Community Health Promotion and Public Relations Coordinator - 2009 Mental Health Awards D - 13 Linda Duffie, President, Lions Club of Bowmanville - 14th Annual Duck Derby D - 14 Sheilagh Croxon, Chair, Coaches Association of Ontario - Request for Proclamation of "Ontario Coaches Week" D - 15 Pat Pingle - Downtown Bowmanville BIA Flower Watering D - 16 Joe Cressy, Polaris Institute - Action on Public Water Services and Bottled Water D - 17 Shannon Watt, Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM)- Bottled Water D - 18 M. Aileen Carroll, Minister Responsible for Seniors - Senior of the Year Award D - 19 Nicholas Schulz, CTC Source Protection Committee - Draft Accepted Tier 1 Water Budget Report Central Lake Ontario Source Protection Area D - 20 Kim Coates, Clerk, Township of Scugog - Waste Diversion Initiative D - 21 Angie Hache, City Clerk, City of Greater Sudbury - Regulation and Provision of Resources to Monitor Retirement Homes Council Agenda - 5 - March 23, 2009 D - 22 Brydon Eady - Funding for Internship D - 23 Suzanne Gibb, Teacher, John M. James Public School - Bowmanville Zoo D - 24 Cathy Saunders, AMCT, MCIP, RPP, Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk, Municipality of Middlesex Centre - Department of Fisheries and Oceans Requirements Pertaining to Drainage Works and Bridge Reconstruction D - 25 Jim Richards expressing - Need for Peer Reviews of Regional Consultant's Studies as they Pertain to the Proposed Energy-From- Waste Facility D - 26 Jim Maudsley, Mayor, Municipality of Thames Centre - Municipal Impact - Collapse of Recycled Materials Commodities Market o - 27 Colin Rowe, Past-President, Clarington Concert Band - Designation of "Official Town Band for the Municipality of Clarington" o - 28 Dr. Debra Jefferson - Request for Peer Review to Address Environmental Monitoring of the Proposed Energy-From-Waste Facility 0-29 Steven Wegner - Skateboard Park Concerns D - 30 Linda Gasser - Request for Peer Reviews of Durham Project Team Energy-From-Waste Consultants' Studies D - 31 Jim Richards - Lakeridge Health Bowmanville D - 32 Kerry Meydam - Request to Delay Proposed Energy-From-Waste Facility to Conduct Independent Peer Review of Studies COMMITTEE REPORT(S) 1. General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of March 9, 2009 STAFF REPORT(S) 1. Confidential Verbal Report of the Chief Administrative Officer Regarding Energy-From-Waste Host Agreement Negotiations 2. Confidential Verbal Report of the Solicitor Regarding an Official Plan Application 3. Confidential Verbal Report of the Chief Administrative Officer Regarding a Personnel Matter Council Agenda - 6 - March 23, 2009 BUSINESS ARISING FROM NOTICE OF MOTION Moved by Mayor Abernethy, seconded by Councillor Hooper "WHEREAS in January 2007, amendments to the Ontario Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25, as amended under Bill 30, the Municipal Statute Law Amendment Act, 2006, Part V (1) - Accountability and Transparency - Section 223.2(1) came into effect which specifically authorizes a municipality to establish a code of conduct for members of the council and of the local boards of the municipality; AND WHEREAS the establishment of such codes of conduct are at the discretion of all municipalities in Ontario, except for the City of Toronto, where as per the City of Toronto Act, contains a mandatory requirement for the City of Toronto to establish a code of conduct for their members of council; AND WHEREAS some municipalities in Ontario have acted upon the above mentioned amendments to the Ontario Municipal Act, to implement a code of conduct for their members of council; AND WHEREAS the Municipality of Clarington, on July 17, 2006 revised and approved Policy H-3 - Code of Ethics which provides a standard of conduct for the employees of the Corporation in the carrying out of their work assignments and their relationships with the public, elected officials and each other; AND WHEREAS the Municipality of Clarington has not approved a Code of Conduct that provides a standard of conduct for members of council; AND WHEREAS many professions and associations such as the Ontario Municipal Administrators' Association have developed and implemented various forms of codes of conduct that have helped to increase the proficiency of its members and strengthen the quality of municipal government through professional management; AND WHEREAS a code of conduct may include provisions dealing with council- staff relations and an explanation of the roles of Council and staff; AND WHEREAS it is understood that attaining an elected position is a privilege which carries significant responsibilities and obligations. It is further understood that members of all municipal councils are held to a higher standard of behaviour and conduct than the general public; AND WHEREA the public has an expectation that members of council will conduct their duties and actions to a level of integrity and impartiality that will bear the closest of public scrutiny. Members of council must be independent, impartial and responsible to the people of their respective municipality; Council Agenda - 7 - March 23, 2009 AND WHEREAS the above mentioned amendment to the Ontario Municipal Act, pertaining to codes of conduct, will augment the existing oath of office that is sworn by each member of council prior to taking their seat on the council of a municipality; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT council directs the Chief Administrative Officer to research and review existing Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct and Council Charters that various municipalities have adopted and form part of their corporate governance, operating policies and procedures; AND FURTHER to report and recommend to council on those findings, on or before the September 14,2009 GPA meeting." UNFINISHED BUSINESS BY-LAWS NOTICES OF MOTION OTHER INFORMATION CONFIRMING BY-LAW ADJOURNMENT Clwillgton Council Meeting Minutes MARCH 2, 2009 Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on March 2, 2009, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Councillor Robinson led the meeting in prayer. ROLL CALL Present Were: Also Present: Mayor J. Abernethy Councillor A. Foster Councillor R. Hooper Councillor M. Novak Councillor G. Robinson Councillor C. Trim Councillor W. Woo Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu Director of Engineering Services, T. Cannella Director of Community Services, J. Caruana Director of Planning Services, D. Crome Parks Supervisor, B. Genosko Director of Finance, N. Taylor Director of Corporate Services and Human Resources, M. Marano Solicitor, D. Hefferon Fire Chief, Fire and Emergency Services, G. Weir Clerk II, Ellen Atkinson, attended until 10:30 p.m. Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Mayor Abernethy indicated that he would be stating a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence Item D - 10. ANNOUNCEMENTS Councillor Novak announced the following events: . She attended the Clarington Board of Trade dinner at which Regional Chair Anderson presented his annual update . The Site Liaison Committee will be meeting on March 4, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. Subsequent meetings are scheduled for April 29, May 20 and June 23 . A public information session on the Growth Plan will be held on March 9 in the Council Chambers Council Meeting Minutes - 2 - March 2, 2009 Councillor Trim announced the following: . There are four public information sessions regarding the new waste collection schedule planned for March 9 at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex, March 10 at the Newcastle Community Hall, March 23 at the Orono Town Hall and March 26 at the Courtice Community Complex. All of the sessions run from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. · Durham Region achieved the highest rate for waste diversion in 2007 at 47.7%, compared to York Region at 45.72%, Toronto at 42.79%, Peel Region at 40.61 % and Halton Region at 36.88% Councillor Woo announced the following: · This past Thursday he attended a ceremony at the Legion 178 Branch in Bowmanville celebrating the first brush stroke of a military mural depicting Canada's greatest military moments by Todd Tremeer . Saturday, February 28 was the 15th annual Chicken Pie Dinner and Auction at the Tyrone United Church . The deadline for purchasing Lakeridge Health Bowmanville memberships was February 28; the number of memberships purchased this year has surpassed the number ever purchased Mayor Abernethy advised he attended a meeting today with other Durham Region Mayors and Foster Loucks, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Central East Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) and received an overview of the LHIN's Hospital Clinical Services Plan. The Plan's vision is "one acute care network". Mr. Loucks has agreed to present this Plan to Durham Council on April 1 , 2009, and he will attempt to attend all Councils in Durham Region. The Municipality did extend an invitation to Mr. Loucks to attend Clarington Council a few weeks ago. There is a 60 day public review period which commenced February 17, 2009, providing the public and special interest groups with the opportunity to express their thoughts to the LHIN's Board of Directors. Mr. Loucks has also agreed to attend a subsequent Joint Meeting with the Mayors of Clarington and Scugog along with two acute care providers from the Bowmanville and Port Perry hospitals. Mayor Abernethy advised he attended the Canadian Nuclear Association Conference in Ottawa. It was an excellent conference and trade show. Ontario Power Generation provided information on the Nuclear New Build at Darlington. MINUTES Resolution #C-086-09 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on February 9,2009, be approved. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 3 - March 2, 2009 PRESENTATIONS John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, addressed Council to present his Annual Update from Queen's Park. Mr. O'Toole indicated that the two major issues on everyone's mind is the economy and health care. He stated that it is important for the Province to move forward with the Highway 407 project and expressed thanks to Doug Allingham for the work completed on the public information centres. Mr. O'Toole believes that it will be impossible to meet the 2013 deadline which has been placed on the project. Lower- tier governments have expressed dissatisfaction with funding arrangements through initiatives such as the Federal Gas Tax and he indicated that the Province's method of distribution is unfair. Mr. O'Toole advised of the various pieces of legislation which are currently before the House, ie, Bill 150, Cosmetic Pesticide Act and Bill 126. He commended members of the community for responding on the issue of Camp 30. Mr. O'Toole indicated that the Province wishes to work as a partner with the Municipality. Roger Anderson, Chair, Regional Municipality of Durham addressed Council to provide an update on Regional activities, highlighting the following 2008 achievements: . Opening of the new Courtice Water Pollution Control Plant, the Region's largest capital project to date at $163 million . Assisting in the hosting of the Special Olympics at the UOIT/Durham College campus . Durham Region Transit ridership reached the 20 millionth passenger in September . Durham Region officially recognized by UOIT for its contribution to the university by naming a walkway ''The Durham Promenade" . New Materials Recycling Facility recognized with both Provincial and North American Awards for recovery systems excellence . Plastic Bag recycling partnership with grocers received Provincial award . Study of new subdivision in Ajax reveals that significant savings are available to homeowners who install energy and water efficient fixtures and appliances . Participated in "Earth Hour" . Adopted New Regional Tree By-law . Offered a series of Green Tourism Workshops and recognized in November for participation in the GT A-wide Smart Commute Program . Launch of high speed broad band Internet service in northern communities . Approved a Revitalization Program to complement local Community Improvement Plans . Conducted Economic Development Workshops on doing business in Alberta and in Global Markets . Hosted forums exploring sustainability, transportation energy innovations and ways to generate prosperity in the Region . The Gates Open-Savour Durham Event promoting locally-grown food, bed and breakfasts and restaurants was very successful and will be repeated in 2009 Council Meeting Minutes - 4 - March 2, 2009 . Many initiatives supported the objective of a healthy, safe and caring community including recognition of Eat Smart Awards, DineSafe Durham, the development of a newcomer and diversity strategy to ensure immigrants arriving in Durham take part in our economy and community, Youth in Action - Grade 11 Leadership Program, the Grade 5 Action Pass to promote physical activity and participated in "Take Our Kids to Work" Day · Commenced construction of 131 new affordable rental housing units . Fairview Lodge and Lakeview Manor recognized with accreditations from national standards bodies · Regional staff raised $163,000 for the United Way · Successful emergency management exercises were conducted with all eight area municipalities . Public Alerting System tested · Hosted Emergency Management Symposium with all partners Chair Anderson reviewed Key Challenges/Focus for 2009 including: · Social Assistance costs are on the rise - $70 million in benefits were issued in 2008 and an extra $800,000 has been included in the 2009 Budget in view of the grim state of the economy · 2009 Capital Budget includes new ambulance stations in Courtice and Pickering and a new Police Station in Clarington · 2009 planned expenditure on roads is approximately $52 million · 2009 Water and Sewer Capital budget is more than $83 million · Regional staff are drafting new policies for the Regional Official Plan (ROP) and launching the Planning Act process to consult on proposed amendments. Public Information Sessions will be held in March (March 9th in Clarington). The target is to have the ROP amendment before Regional Council in early June to meet the Province's deadline for compliance · Renewal of Water and Waste Water Master Plan to help prepare for population and employment growth · Planning for Seaton community is progressing · Investment continues in key corridors such as Taunton, Bayly-Victoria-Bloor and Brock Road · EA for widening of BaylyNictoria Street in Ajax and Whitby is anticipated to be completed this spring · Completion of widening of Taunton Road between Westney Road and Church Street · Commencement of Phase 1 of the Highway 2 Rapid Transit Project · Submission of the EA for the proposed Energy-from-Waste Facility anticipated to be sent by mid-year · Inaugural meeting of Durham Region Roundtable on Climate Change held in February. Staff is engaged with all five conservation authorities in Durham to develop the assessment reports as required under the Clean Water Act · Staff are reviewing the Green Energy Act for impacts on the Region Council Meeting Minutes - 5 - March 2, 2009 . Regional Council has approved a renewed Durham Region Strategic Plan which includes a focus on sustainability and will guide the Region's business plans and decisions Chair Anderson advised the cost of Ontario Works (OW) benefits will be uploaded to the Province over an eight-year period beginning in 2011 and Court security costs will also be uploaded in phases to the Province beginning in 2012. While social housing was not uploaded, the Province has provided $2.9 million to be used for emergency repairs to non-profit housing facilities. The federal budget included funding for social housing repairs, energy retrofits and new construction. The Region received $28 million to be used for a wide variety of infrastructure projects in 2009 under the distribution of Provincial 2007/08 surplus funds and as a result, Durham's Road Rehabilitation budget has been increased by $9.1 million, $2.8 million has been allocated to the replacement of the Courtice Road bridge, $2.1 million will enable the Region to upgrade the Corbett Creek Water Pollution Control Plan and to retire the aging Pringle Creek plant, the balance will be used to upgrade HV AC systems and Fairview Lodge and start preliminary work on a Highway 2 Rapid Transit Line. Chair Anderson summarized by stating despite the harsh economic news, the Region is making plans for a brighter future and encouraged citizens to look ahead with optimism, ingenuity and anticipation. He stated by working together Durham Region can emerge from the economic downturn with a stronger, more diverse Regional economy. Pat McNeil, Sr. VP Generation Development, Ontario Power Generation (OPG) addressed Council to present an update on the New Nuclear Build at Darlington. Through use of a PowerPoint presentation, Mr. McNeil provided an update on the project and major milestones, the Environmental Assessment and preliminary results, OPG's spring communications and consultation plans and next steps in the process. Mr. McNeil advised the project is to construct and operate a new nuclear power plant at the existing Darlington site with OPG submitting an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and license application for up to four nuclear units and up to 4,800 MW and for OPG to be the operator of the site. He advised three vendors - AREV A, AECL and Westinghouse are participating in the competitive process lead by Infrastructure Ontario. Once bids are received they will be reviewed and evaluated and a preferred vendor will be identified. Gord Lee, Arena Board Chair, Newcastle Arena Board advised Council of renovations which have been completed at the arena and presented a cheque to Mayor Abernethy and Nancy Taylor, Director of Finance/Treasurer in the amount of $30,000 for payment toward their loan. The balance remaining on the loan is $119,463. Amy Burke, Chair, Clarington Living Green Community Advisory Committee and Madison Stange, Youth Committee member, reviewed the mandate of the committee and provided an update of the committee's achievements to date as well as their 2009 workplan. They requested Council's support of their initiatives for Earth Hour 2009. Council Meeting Minutes - 6 - March 2, 2009 Resolution #C-087 -09 Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Rules of Procedure be suspended to permit the introduction of a motion pertaining to "Earth Hour" at this time. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-088-09 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper WHEREAS climate change is an environmental threat to our planet and a concern for Canadians; WHEREAS at exactly 8:30 p.m. March 28,2009, towns and cities around the world will turn off their lights for one hour to raise awareness about climate change and to symbolize that, working together, the people of the world can make a difference in the fight against global warming; WHEREAS in 2007, almost 203 million Sydney residents participated in Earth Hour- including more than 2,100 businesses - resulting in a 10% reduction on the electrical grid, saving 25,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide - the equivalent of taking about 50,000 cars off the road for one hour; WHEREAS Clarington outperformed all other municipalities in the Durham Region in 2008 with an impressive 7.7% reduction in energy consumption during Earth Hour; WHEREAS the Clarington Living Green Committee has proposed that Clarington citizens join the worldwide effort again in 2009; WHEREAS participating in this historic event sends a powerful message to every citizen and business around the world that it's possible to take action on climate change and that switching off our lights is just one simple action we can take to help make a difference; WHEREAS the goal is to educate the community on the threat of climate change and how each individual and business can make a difference every day; and to get as many individuals, households, and businesses as possible to turn off their lights as a symbolic statement that now is the time to take action on climate change; WHEREAS participating in this historic event sends a powerful message to every citizen and business that the Municipality of Clarington cares about our planet and is willing to take a leadership position against climate change and global warming; Council Meeting Minutes - 7 - March 2, 2009 THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington as follows: THAT at 8:30 p.m. on March 28, 2009, the Municipality of Clarington will join other communities around the world in literally "turning out the lights" by shutting off all non essential lighting in all facilities, where feasible, and without jeopardizing safety, for one full hour; THAT to be formally recognized around the world as an Earth Hour participant, the appropriate staff register at wwf.ca/Earth Hour, the official website for this initiative; THAT the Municipality of Clarington's participation in Earth Hour be widely promoted and publicized in order to raise awareness about this important issue and in order to encourage every individual, household and business in Clarington, and beyond, to join in by turning off their lights for one hour at 8:30 p.m. on March 28, 2009; and THAT a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to every municipality in the Regional Municipality of Durham, encouraging them to participate in Earth Hour. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-089-09 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Council recess for fifteen minutes. "CARRIED" The meeting reconvened at 9:30 p.m. DELEGATIONS Edgar Lucas, Chairman, Bowmanville Business Centre addressed Council concerning Correspondence Item 1- 50 - Beautification of Downtown Bowmanville. Mr. Lucas stated Rekker Garden Centre is no longer able to provide the free watering service for the decorative hanging baskets in downtown Bowmanville during the summer. He stated the BIA has funds to purchase the flowers, but without help from the municipality for the maintenance, they will not be able to have the flowers in the downtown this year. Mr. Lucas stated they have investigated costs and the price ranges anywhere from $7,500 to $10,000 and due to other downtown events, merchants do not feel that they can provide this service. Council Meeting Minutes - 8 - March 2, 2009 Linda Gasser addressed Council regarding Correspondence Item D - 25 - Durham/York Environmental Assessment proposal for the Energy From Waste Facility, expressing concern that the Project Team for the Energy-From-Waste EA is not keeping the website up-to-date and that interested persons have experienced difficulty accessing pertinent information. Ms. Gasser requested Council's assistance in requesting that Project Team ensure that information is readily available in a timely manner and that the number of meetings be increased. Wendy Bracken addressed Council concerning Item 6 of Report # 1 - St. Marys Cement Application for Alternative Fuel Demonstration Project, advising she is opposed to the testing noting the alternative fuels identified are residual plastic films, paper sludge and residual plastic material and as this has never been done before in Ontario, there are no regulations on the practice. Ms. Bracken expressed concern that burning plastics and materials that contain heavy metals produce toxic emissions, increases the risk of dioxin and furan formation as well as the formation of other toxic organic compounds. She noted that the total chlorides and chlorine are present at higher levels in the alternative fuels being proposed than in conventional fuels and have greater concentrations of some toxic heavy metals than current fuel. Ms. Bracken feels the proposed monitoring during the test is inadequate as some of the most toxic emissions such as dioxins and furans cannot be monitored in real time. Ms. Bracken expressed concern that many people who attended information nights last summer and requested to be informed of the application and EBR posting, however very few members of the public were aware of this application to do a test burn and deadline for comments by March 7th. Ms. Bracken urged Council to consider this application to be more than a planning matter and to regard it as a public health matter by the Municipality. COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-090-09 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the exception of Items 1 - 3, 1- 7 to I - 23, 1- 27, I - 33, I - 36, 1- 37, 1- 40, I - 45, 1-47, I - 48, and I - 50. "CARRIED" I - 1 Minutes of the Clarington Heritage Committee dated January 20, 2009. 1-2 Minutes of the Tyrone Community Centre Executive Board dated January 21, 2009. I - 4 Minutes of the Clarington Compost Facility Community Relations Committee dated January 15, 2009. Council Meeting Minutes - 9 - March 2, 2009 I - 5 M. Bourque, Executive Correspondence Officer, Office of the Prime Minister, acknowledging receipt of Council's correspondence concerning the Building Canada Fund; advising Clarington's comments have been carefully noted; and noting that a copy has been forwarded to the Honourable John Baird, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities for his information. I - 6 John Maaskant, Ontario Farm Animal Council, (OFAC) a non-profit education group dedicated to providing answers to questions about food and farming; advising of a politically-motivated U.S. based animal rights group who are conducted a campaign to get Canadian municipalities to pass resolutions on egg choices, and recommending that before Council passes such a resolution, information be obtained from the Egg Farmers of Ontario to help make an informed decision; forwarding a copy of their award winning booklet "The Real Dirt on Farming" which provides answers to commonly asked questions; and, advising a representative would be pleased to help arrange a local farm tour to provide an update on modern farming in Ontario. I - 24 AI Strike, Rotary Club of Bowmanville, extending appreciation to Mayor Abernethy for presenting information to the Rotary Club of Bowmanville on Clarington's sources of revenue and annual expenditures and problems and issues facing Council; and, indicating that Mayor Abernethy's explanation of not using existing municipal reserves to stay with a "0" budget increase to preserve reserves for future unforeseen events is a wise precaution. I - 25 Larry O'Connor, Mayor, Township of Brock, announcing the appointment of Kathryn McCann as the Township of Brock's first Chief Administrative Officer, a position created as a result of the retirement of George S. Graham, Clerk-Administrator in 2008, splitting the Clerk and Administrator functions. I - 26 Gary W. McNeil, Managing Director & CEO, GO Transit, advising of the development of GO Transit's Strategic Plan - GO 2020, a plan including a number of visions, goals and strategies that will guide GO in achieving its objectives through to the year 2020 in delivering high- quality transit service throughout the Greater Golden Horseshoe, excellent customer service, and actively contributing to "green" development; forwarding a copy of the Strategic Plan - GO 2020 document and accompanying highlights brochure "GO forward" and the "Year in Review 2007-08" highlighting the many improvements and achievements of GO Transit from the past fiscal year; and, advising that GO will provide updates about their accomplishments as they continue to grow and become the preferred choice for interregional travel in the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Council Meeting Minutes - 10- March 2, 2009 I - 28 Iryna Shulyarenko, Hydrologist, Kawartha Conservation, advising a copy of the 2009 Flood Contingency Plan has been forwarded to the Municipality of Clarington providing information on the roles and responsibilities of Kawartha Conservation and its partners in preparing for and responding to flood events, providing an overview of procedures and communication during a flood, including information on sandbag manufacturers and the location of Sand Depots, and key contact information; and, indicating that Kawartha Conservation is holding a Flood Forecasting and Warning Session for municipal emergency staff on March 4, 2009 to provide an overview of the KRCA's flood forecasting system and responsibilities, and to ensure clear communication and continued cooperation between agencies during flood emergencies. I - 29 Brock Carlton, Chief Executive Officer, Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), advising since 1982 FCM has awarded the Roll of Honour to individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the Federation and municipal governments in Canada; forwarding the 2009 FCM Roll of Honour criteria and procedures; and, requesting nominations be forwarded to honour@fcm.ca before April 6, 2009. Award presentations will be made at the FCM Annual Conference in Whistler, B.C. I - 30 Mirka Januszkiewicz, Director of Waste Management Services, Region of Durham, advising of changes to waste collection service effective March 31,2009; advising the new levels of service will include weekly curbside collection of blue box recyclables and biweekly curbside collection of non-hazardous garbage with a four (4) bag limit plus $1.50 user pay bag tags over this limit, a call-in service for biweekly collection of bulky and metal goods; indicating there will be no changes to the existing weekly curbside collection of green bin organics, seasonal curbside collection of leaf and yard waste and Christmas trees; and, advising that staff will be initiating a communication plan shortly to announce these new changes to ensure minimal impacts to Clarington residents. Further information is available by calling 1-800-667-5671 or by accessing the Region's website at www.durhamreqionwaste.ca. I - 31 Scott Lewis, Communications Manager, Canada Post Corporation, advising of the final results of the assessment of 102 rural mailboxes for RR # 2 and RR#3 in Clarington and indicating 43 boxes required no modification, 7 were required to be moved to safer locations and 49 were centralized into community mailboxes and indicating there were two addresses where there were no rural mailboxes. Council Meeting Minutes - 11 - March 2, 2009 I - 32 Eva Ligeti, Executive Director, Clean Air Partnership, forwarding a copy of the 2008 GT A Clean Air Council Declaration on Clean Air endorsed by GT A-CAC members at the June 2008 Smog Summit; outlining a joint workplan for the GT A-CAC targeting the following areas: energy conservation, green procurement, active transportation, renewable energy and green development; demonstrating that local governments are making significant progress in making their jurisdictions more competitive and greener; highlighting emerging issues for ongoing collaboration and capacity building; and, extending an invitation to attend the 10th Smog Summit on Wednesday, June 3, 2009, to promote clean air and climate change activities and to celebrate the work of all GT A-CAC members in making the GT A cleaner, greener and more livable. 1-34 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham, thanking Mayor Abernethy for attending the Economic Round Table held February 3,2009; advising of a number of key initiatives emerging from the discussion including commencement of the New Build project at Darlington, job creation initiatives, hospital and healthcare funding, advancing transportation initiatives including Highway 407, and easing the regulatory burden that businesses and organizations face due to red tape; and, advising he will keep the comments in mind as Ontario's needs and priorities are further considered at Queen's Park. I - 35 Martha A. Pettit, Deputy Clerk, Town of Whitby, writing to the Honourable John Gerretsen, Minister of the Environment, advising that on February 9,2009, the Town of Whitby adopted the following resolution pertaining to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) position on waste diversion: "WHEREAS the Ministry of the Environment (MOE) has launched a five year review of the Waste Diversion Act and is seeking feedback on the challenges associated with Ontario's waste diversion framework, the programs under it and the proposed plan moving forward; WHEREAS on December 19, 2008, the Association of Municipalities (AMO) issued a correspondence request regarding the AMO position on the Waste Diversion Act and the Blue Box Program review; WHEREAS AMO and the Municipal Waste Association (MWA) support shifting full responsibility for all activities related to managing discarded consumer packaging and printed paper to the stewards responsible for producing this packaging; Council Meeting Minutes - 12 - March 2, 2009 WHEREAS AMO and MWA further support full Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) to provide the incentive for stewards to examine and implement new design into their products to reduce the amount of packaging material in the first place, to enable reuse, to design with recyclability in mind and to design it in a way that will be cost effective; WHEREAS AMO and MWA have prepared a discussion paper recommending an expanded list of designated blue box materials including all post consumer packaging and printed paper with proposed implementation within 3 years; WHEREAS AMO and MWA support promotion and educational programs conducted at the Provincial level to provide consistent and comprehensive levels of service with adequate funded industry financial incentives to municipalities so they may target specific curbside collection requirements; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT The Town of Whitby generally supports AMO correspondence on the Waste Diversion Act and the Blue Box Program Review Plan as set out in their letters to Honourable John Gerretsen, Minister of the Environment and Andrew Pollock, Vice Chair Waste Diversion Ontario dated December 19, 2008 for the Review of the (BBPP) Blue Box Program Plan and to Alena Grunwald, Project Manager at the Ministry of the Environment dated December 19, 2008 regarding the response to the review of the Ontario's Waste Diversion Act 2002 discussion paper EBR 010-4676; and, that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Region of Durham and all municipalities in the Region of Durham." 1-38 Cheri Smith, Manager, Resource Development & Special Events, The Clarington Project, Community Living Oshawa/Clarington, advising of the success of the 2nd Annual Polar Chili Golf Classic which raised $10,000 for the Clarington Project; advising funds will be used to purchase supplies for arts & crafts, life skill lessons such as cooking, computers and literacy and to help pay for activities and outings the Project does through the community; and, extending appreciation to Mayor Abernethy for being the Honorary Chair and for encouraging participation and advocating support for the Centre. I - 39 Martha A. Pettit, Deputy Clerk, Town of Whitby, writing to the Honourable Madeleine Meilleur, Minister of Community and Social Services, advising that on February 9, 2009, the Town of Whitby adopted the following resolution pertaining to the Initial Proposed Standard for Accessible Information and Communication: Council Meeting Minutes - 13 - March 2, 2009 "1. THAT the Town of Whitby forward Planning Report Item PL 14- 09 to the Minister of Community and Social Services as comments on the proposed Information and Communications Standard; as set out under Section 7 - Considerations; 2. THAT the Accessibility Working Committee receive a copy of the Planning Report Item PL 14-09 and establish a recommended strategy of policy development and implementation and estimated cost impacts for the consideration of the Planning and Development Committee and Council; 3. THAT a copy of Council's resolution together with Planning Report PL 14-09 be circulated to the Region of Durham, Durham Area Municipalities, Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and C. Elliot, MPP; and, 4. THAT the Province be requested to clarify its role as it relates to funding of the costs involved in achieving any new accessibility standards." 1-41 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, writing to David Middleton, Chair, Durham Region Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC), advising that on February 18, 2009, Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to DEAC's 2008 Annual Report and 2009 Workplan: "a) THAT Report #2009-P-8 of the Commissioner of Planning be received as the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee's annual report on its activities in 2008; b) THAT the 2009 Durham Environmental Advisory Committee Workplan, outlined in Attachment #1 to Report #2009-P-8, be approved; and c) THAT a copy of Report #2009-P-8 be forwarded to the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee and the Area Municipalities." 1-42 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, writing to Terry Clayton, Chair, Durham Trail Coordinating Committee (DTCC), advising that on February 18, 2009, Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to DTCC's 2008 Annual Report and 2009 Workplan: "a) THAT Report #2009-P-9 of the Commissioner of Planning be received as the Durham Trail Co-ordinating Committee's annual report on its activities in 2008; Council Meeting Minutes - 14 - March 2, 2009 b ) THAT the 2009 Durham Trail Co-ordinating Committee Workplan, outlined in Attachment #1 to Report #2009-P-9, be approved; and c) THAT a copy of Report #2009-P-9 be forwarded to the Durham Trail Co-ordinating Committee and the Area Municipalities." 1-43 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, writing to Ivan DeJong, Chair, Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee (DAAC), advising that on February 18, 2009, Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to DAAC's 2008 Annual Report and 2009 Workplan: "a) THAT Report #2009-P-7 of the Commissioner of Planning be received as the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee's annual report on its activities in 2008; b) THAT the 2009 Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee Workplan, outlined in Attachment #1 to Report #2009-P-7, be approved; and c) THAT a copy of Report #2009-P-7 be forwarded to the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee, the Durham Federation of Agriculture, the GT A Agricultural Action Committee, and the Area Municipalities." I - 44 Renata V. Y. Rozinger, Senior Traffic Analyst, Region of Durham, writing to Josie Coscarella in response to Ms. Coscarella's request for a speed reduction on Courtice Road and advising that speed study measures have been undertaken indicating that results are characteristic of speeds observed on arterial roads within similar speed zone limits and are set to reflect the current physical and behavioural characteristics of the roadway location. It has been suggested to Ms. Coscarella to address excess speeding of individual motorists with the Durham Regional Police Services. I - 46 Cheryl Bandel, Committee Clerk, Region of Durham, advising of the schedule for consideration of various reports for the proposed Energy From Waste Facility and enclosing a CD containing copies of the Baseline Environmental Study Report, the Archaeological Report, the Geotechnical Report, and the Natural Environment Report. These reports will be considered as follows: Wednesday, March 4 by the Site Liaison Committee Tuesday, March 10 by the Joint Waste Management Group Tuesday, March 24 by the Works Committee; and Wednesday, April 1 by Regional Council. Council Meeting Minutes - 15 - March 2, 2009 The review of International Best Practices of Environmental Surveillance for Energy-from-Waste Facilities Report will be considered at a Joint Works and Health and Social Services Committee on March 24, 2009. 1-49 Wanda Stephen, Acting CAO, Kawartha Conservation, forwarding for Council's review their2009 Preliminary Budget outlining the conservation programs and projects, and associated funding requirements requested from their watershed municipalities; and, indicating that the Conservation's Board of Directors will vote on the 2009 Preliminary Budget and associated municipal levies on March 25, 2009. I - 51 Leslie and Barry James, expressing support for Mayor Abernethy in demanding decorum in the Council Chambers; stating that Jim Richards has not been banned from the Council Chambers and that Mr. Richards has the power to correct the situation by acknowledging his behavior was less than commendable; and, advising they feel the coverage in Clarington This Week was unbalanced. I - 52 Warren McCarthy responding to the requirement for Jim Richards to apologize to Council indicating that the words "bully" and "cronies" are not alarming or hostile in print, however he suspects the problem may have been the attitude, demeanor, tone and manner in which they were used and questioning what resources are available to review the original incident to determine what happened and if the public is able to access any sound or video recordings of Council proceedings. I - 53 J. E. Graham writing further to recent newspaper coverage regarding the rules of procedures at meetings and the requirement of the Chair to uphold the rules; advising when the Chair or Speaker of the House determines that a comment or activity is not advancing the issue at hand, it is his/her responsibility to bring the debate back to within acceptable levels and the request for a speaker to withdraw a remark dates back to the British Parliamentary System; and, advising the important factor is that Chairs need to ensure that public meetings are effective. 1-7 The Honourable David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, extending an invitation to Council to consider nominating an exceptional individual for the Order of Ontario, Ontario's highest honour, recognizing individuals for their extraordinary achievements that have had an impact on their local community, province, country and beyond. The deadline for nominations is March 16,2009. Council Meeting Minutes - 16 - March 2, 2009 Resolution #C-091-09 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT John Greenfield be nominated for the Order of Ontario. "CARRIED" 1-3 Minutes of the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee dated January 15, 2009. Resolution #C-092-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the minutes of the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee be received for information. "CARRIED" I - 8 Bill Temple, Retired Inspector, Durham Regional Police Services, expressing concern with the erosion of services at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville and the potential for decision-makers to make decisions that could negatively impact the entire community; advising the closure of the Bowmanville ER would mean more chaos and longer waits at Lakeridge Health Oshawa; and, offering his assistance in helping to keep Bowmanville's hospital a vibrant and integral part of the community. I - 9 Mary Taylor expressing concern with the potential loss of service at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville; advising she has personally used the services of the ER since November and due to her unique health issues it is critical the ER be available to her; stating an acute care facility is needed with all the building going on in the area; and, questioning how she can help to influence decision-makers to keep Lakeridge Health Bowmanville's ER open and viable. 1-10 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham, advising he is in concurrence with Council's resolution in support of the efforts of physicians in maintaining the full staff complement of on-site services at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville in support of the Emergency Department; commending Council for its advocacy on behalf of patients as well as doctors and all members of the healthcare team in Clarington; and, requesting to be kept informed of future action. Council Meeting Minutes - 17 - March 2, 2009 I - 11 The Honourable George Smitherman, Deputy Premier, Minister, Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, acknowledging Council's correspondence regarding the importance of Lakeridge Health Bowmanville for the provision of emergency and other health services in Clarington and the surrounding region; advising the Province has committed to funding more than 100 major hospital projects as part of the ReNew Ontario Plan, including the redevelopment of Lakeridge Health Corporation's Oshawa site; and, advising that he will be working with the Honourable David Caplan, Minister of Health and Long-Term Care to review proposals for additional hospital projects including the request for an expanded emergency services department at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville. I - 12 Mrs. Churchill urging Council to put a stop to the possibility of the Bowmanville Hospital becoming a treat and transfer site; expressing concern that if specialty services are removed from Bowmanville Hospital patients will die waiting for treatment; and, stating she feels that the community requires a working hospital and emergency services to instill a sense of security in the health care of the municipality. I - 13 Gail Shortt, voicing her opposition to losing services at the Bowmanville Hospital; expressing concern that once services are removed, they are rarely reinstated and that the best plan is to not let this happen in the first place; questioning whether a plan has been put into place to increase support of ambulance service and whether this plan will actually save money; and, reinstating her opinion that no services should be cut at Bowmanville Hospital now or in the future, as Clarington is, and continues to be, a growing area. 1-14 Norman B. Ferrier, M.Sc., expressing concern with the apparent loss of health care services in Clarington and the stripping of services and funding from other Lakeridge operating sites to enhance the Lakeridge Oshawa site; expressing concern that the Bowmanville site will become merely a "treat and transfer" facility and if the physical plant is under maintained and under insured it may eventually suffer the same fate as the Whitby site; advising that as the Senior Planning Officer for a major urban EMS system, he is very familiar with how Emergency Medical Services operate stating that if the plans of Lakeridge Health are put into place, changes in EMS coverage and response times are likely to be profound, and that paramedics with serious patients in Clarington will begin to simply transport those patients to the Oshawa site resulting in dramatically longer transport times and decreased ambulance availability in Clarington; and, Council Meeting Minutes - 18 - March 2, 2009 urging Clarington Council to address this issue and for Clarington's Regional representatives to ensure Regional Council understands how urgent the situation is as there are important principles, and, more importantly, lives at stake. I - 15 Dianne Cowling, advising she is an employee of Lakeridge Health Bowmanville and is concerned with the proposed loss of services at Bowmanville Hospital; advising that the increase in population meets the requirements to have specialty services at the Bowmanville site and that the acuity of patients has increased dramatically; expressing concern that patients will suffer if the idea of the Bowmanville site becoming a "treat and transfer" facility is put into place due to increased transfer and wait times and questioning if investigation has been undertaken to accommodate increased workload for paramedic services; and, stating that a public information session should have been held to inform the public of what is being proposed. I - 16 Paul and Elizabeth Vaneyk, expressing alarm at the speculation that services at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville could be cut or reduced; advising of the need for provision of emergency care, surgery and specialty care at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville in view of the increase in population; stating Bowmanville Hospital needs to be one of multiple services in order to attract and retain doctors and other professionals; advising that founders, trainees, doctors, nurses, staff, board members and citizens have historically been proud of their hospital and deserve to have services near home; and, suggesting that support of Lakeridge Health Bowmanville through the purchase of a $10 membership may strengthen this sense of pride. I - 17 Peter Evans, President, Clarington Older Adult Centre Board, (COAA) writing to Kevin Empey, President and CEO, Lakeridge Health Corporation, registering the Board's concern regarding potential changes to health care delivery at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville; advising COAA has a membership of 1000 active older adults with Clarington's 55+ population currently over 15,000 and growing who believe the community needs the Bowmanville Hospital facility to continue with its current range of services; expressing concern with the funding gap that exists between Bowmanville hospital and the rest of Ontario; and, advising the COAA is encouraging its members to purchase Lakeridge Health Bowmanville memberships as a show of support. Council Meeting Minutes - 19 - March 2, 2009 I - 18 Wayne Robbins, Senior Vice President, Ontario Power Generation - Darlington Nuclear, writing to Mr. James Meloche, CSP Project Lead, Senior Director, Planning, Integration and Community Engagement, Central East Local Health Integrated Network, providing information about OPG's current operations and proposed generation plans which may impact recommendations concerning the CE LHIN's acute care services project; advising of the importance of the availability of high- quality health care services including acute and emergency care in close proximity to OPG's operating facilities for current operations and future generation plans, indicating that Lakeridge Health Bowmanville is the primary emergency centre that would be used in the unlikely event of any conventional or radiological emergency requiring health services; advising that Darlington will be the future home of two additional nuclear reactors and should the project proceed, there will be an added need for strong infrastructure including health care to support the station; providing current and projected employment statistics; and, hoping that the information provided will be of assistance in planning for the required acute care services in Durham Region. I - 19 James Thompson voicing his concern over the lack of doctors at Bowmanville Hospital and advising he is in support of whatever needs to be done to attract new doctors for the Emergency Department. I - 20 Edward Denny advising the fate of the Emergency Department at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville is of great concern to him and his wife and they would greatly appreciate anything that Council can do to save this very vital medical service for the community. I - 21 Steve Risebrough expressing concern with the possible reduction in services at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville; questioning what measures can be taken to show decision-makers that the community will allow this to happen especially in view of the rate Clarington and surrounding areas are expanding. I - 22 Kristin Robir:lson acknowledging that the purchase of Lakeridge Health Bowmanville memberships will show community support and help to save services at the hospital and questioning if members also need to attend the Annual General meeting to vote. Resolution #C-093-09 Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the authors of the letters pertaining to Lakeridge Health Bowmanville be thanked for their letters of support; and Council Meeting Minutes - 20- March 2, 2009 THAT the items of correspondence be referred to all MPP's in Durham Region, to Kevin Empey, CEO Lakeridge Health, to Foster Loucks, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Central East Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), and to the Honourable David Caplan, Minister of Health and Long Term Care. "CARRIED" I - 23 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, writing to Kevin Empey, CEO, Lakeridge Health Corporation, advising that on February 18, 2009, Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to the future of Lakeridge Health Bowmanville: "WHEREAS area doctors are concerned that a shortage of critical staff, specifically specialists in internal medicine, could significantly impact the quality of care provided at Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville; AND WHEREAS local family doctors have concerns about the future of surgery at the Bowmanville site; AND WHEREAS the area doctors are concerned that the situation could turn Bowmanville into little more than a "treat-and-transfer" hospital from which patients requiring specialty services like surgery or internal medicine would simply be sent to Oshawa; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of Clarington support the area doctors in their effort to maintain the full staffing complement of on-site services that assist Emergency Room/General Medicine and General Surgery (i.e. Internists, Surgeons, Anesthetists, SCU, etc.,) at the Bowmanville site; THAT the CEO of Lakeridge Health corporation, Kevin Empey, the Chairman of the Board of Lakeridge Health Corporation, Doug Allingham and the Chair of the Board of Directors CELHIN, Mr. Foster Loucks be invited to clearly present their vision for the Central East LHIN's, the vision for Lakeridge Health Corporation and how Lakeridge Health Bowmanville fits into the overall vision; and THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Ministry of Health, Lakeridge Health, all Durham Region MPPS and the Region of Durham." Resolution #C-094-09 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT Pat Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham be thanked for her letter of support of Lakeridge Health Bowmanville; and Council Meeting Minutes - 21 - March 2, 2009 THAT the correspondence be referred to all MPP's in Durham Region, to Kevin Empey, CEO Lakeridge Health, to Foster Loucks, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Central East Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), and to the Honourable David Caplan, Minister of Health and Long Term Care. "CARRIED" I - 27 Dan Hefkey, Assistant Deputy Minister and Chief, Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, congratulating the Municipality of Clarington for completing all of the mandatory emergency management activities required under the Emerqency Manaqement and Civil Protection Act for 2008; advising that the maintenance of sound community emergency management programs helps to ensure that municipalities are prepared to respond to emergencies and that meeting Ontario's emergency management standards reflects a great deal of effort and commitment of significant resources; and, commending Council and staff on this accomplishment. Resolution #C-095-09 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Item I - 27 from Dan Hefkey, Assistant Deputy Minister and Chief, Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services with respect to the completion of Emergency Management activities be received for information; and THAT staff be congratulated for their accomplishments in completing all of the mandatory emergency management activities required under the Emerqency Manaqement and Civil Protection Act for 2008. "CARRI ED" I - 33 Nestor Chornobay, Director, Strategic Planning Branch, Regional Municipality of Durham, forwarding a copy of Report 2009-P-11 providing an update on the Regional Official Plan Amendment (ROPA) Schedule for Growth Plan Implementation. Resolution #C-096-09 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT correspondence Item I - 33 from the Region of Durham with respect to the Growth Plan Implementation - Regional Official Plan Amendment Schedule be received for information. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 22 - March 2, 2009 1-36 Debbie Leroux, Clerk, Township of Uxbridge, advising Council that on February 9,2009, the Township of Uxbridge adopted the following resolution pertaining to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe: "WHEREAS the Places to Grow Act, 2005 requires that municipal official plans be amended to implement the provisions of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (Growth Plan) by June 16, 2009; and WHEREAS the Region of Durham is undertaking a Growth Plan Conformity exercise which is expected to result in the adoption of an amendment to the Durham Regional Official Plan by June 2009; and WHEREAS the Durham Regional Official Plan Amendment to implement the Growth Plan must receive final approval by the Province and is subject to an appeal process; and WHEREAS the Township of Uxbridge cannot adopt an amendment to the Township Official Plan to implement both the Growth Plan and the related Durham Regional Official Plan amendment prior to the final approval of the Durham Regional Official Plan Amendment by the Province, or the Ontario Municipal Board, as the case may be: NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: 1. Due to the anticipated timing for completion of the Region's Growth Plan Conformity exercise and the subsequent approval process, the Council of the Township of Uxbridge requests the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to grant an extension of the June 16, 2009 deadline for the Township to amend the Uxbridge Official Plan to conform with the Growth Plan to an appropriate date following the approval, or resolution of any appeals, of an amendment to the Durham Regional Official Plan that implements the provisions of the Growth Plan. 2. A copy of the Council resolution be forwarded to the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing; and A copy of the Council resolution be forwarded to the Region of Durham and the Region of Durham area municipalities for information." Council Meeting Minutes - 23- March 2, 2009 I - 47 Sandra Kranc, City Clerk, City of Oshawa, writing to the Honourable George Smitherman, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, advising that on February 2, 2009, Oshawa City Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to the Provincial Growth Plan Conformity Extension Request: "WHEREAS the Places to Grow Act, 2005 requires that municipal official plans be amended to implement the provisions of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (Growth Plan) by June 16, 2009; and, WHEREAS the Region of Durham is undertaking a Growth Plan Conformity exercise which is expected to result in the adoption of an amendment to the Durham Regional Official Plan by June 2009; and, WHEREAS the Durham Regional Official Plan Amendment to implement the Growth Plan must receive final approval by the Province and is subject to an appeal process; and, WHEREAS the City of Oshawa cannot adopt an amendment to the Oshawa Official Plan to implement both the Growth Plan and the related Durham Regional Official Plan amendment prior to the final approval of the Durham Regional Official Plan Amendment by the Province, or the Ontario Municipal Board, as the case may be; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: 1. Due to the anticipated timing for completion of the Region's Growth Plan Conformity exercise and the subsequent approval process, the Council of the City of Oshawa requests the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to grant an extension to the June 16, 2009 deadline for the City to amend the Oshawa Official Plan to conform with the Growth Plan to an appropriate date following the approval, or resolution of any appeals, of an amendment to the Durham Regional Official Plan that implements the provisions of the Growth Plan. 2. A copy of the Council resolution be forwarded to the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing; and, 3. A copy of the Council resolution be forwarded to the Region of Durham and the Durham Region area municipalities for information." Council Meeting Minutes - 24 - March 2 , 2009 Resolution #C-097 -09 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the resolutions from the Township of Uxbridge and the City of Oshawa with respect to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe be endorsed. "CARRIED" I - 37 Debbie Leroux, Clerk, Township of Uxbridge, advising Council that on February 9, 2009, the Township of Uxbridge adopted the following resolution pertaining to the Clinical Services Plan: "WHEREAS the Township of Uxbridge recently received correspondence from the Friends of the Ajax Pickering Hospital regarding development of the Clinical Services Plan by the Central East LHIN with anticipated completion in January or early February; AND WHEREAS the Township of Uxbridge agrees with the Friends of the Ajax Pickering Hospital that it is critically important that the members of the general public of all affected communities with the Central East LHIN be fully advised and informed of the detailed contents and implications of the plan for the hospital and health care services before the plan is adopted for use; AND WHEREAS the Township of Uxbridge want to emphasize that widespread and full communication with, and the full involvement of the general public in understanding and accepting the Clinical Services Plan is vital to the Plan's success; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Township of Uxbridge hereby request: 1. THAT the detailed Clinical Services Plan be made readily available to the general public for their study, input and comments prior to adoption of the Plan; 2. AND THAT the Board of the Central East LHIN hold public meetings throughout the length and breadth of the LHIN in order to explain the detailed Clinical Services Plan, and to answer questions after the general public has had an opportunity to study the plan and before its final adoption; 3. AND THAT after the public meetings and input from the general public, any revised versions of the Plan be made available to the general public for further comment prior to final adoption; Council Meeting Minutes - 25- March 2, 2009 4. AND THAT this Resolution be forwarded to all municipalities within the Central East LHIN and the Region of Durham and all Durham MPP's," Resolution #C-098-09 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the resolution from the Township of Uxbridge with respect to the Clinical Services Plan be endorsed. "CARRIED" I - 40 Carol Parks, writing to Michael Angemeer, Veridian Corporation, expressing appreciation to Veridian staff for the prompt, efficient and courteous service she received on Christmas Eve when a partial power outage occurred at her home at 9:00 p.m., especially to the three employees, who, through their reassurance and help in restoring power to her home on Christmas Eve, made her Christmas. Resolution # C-099-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT correspondence Item 1- 40 from Carol Parks thanking staff of Veridian Corporation for exemplary service, be received for information. "CARRIED" I - 45 Jim Connell, writing to the Editor, expressing concern that Remembrance Day, November 11th, is not a statutory holiday in Ontario while Family Day was made a holiday across Ontario and other provinces in Canada. Mr. Connell fee.ls that th~ sacrifices made by veterans for our freedom, including the ability to enjoy Family Day, should be appropriately recognized and questioning whether a petition should be forwarded to Parliament for consideration. Resolution #C-1 00-09 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the position of Jim Connell in questioning why Remembrance Day is not a statutory holiday in Ontario be endorsed. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 26 - March 2, 2009 I - 48 P. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising Council that on February 18, 2009, Regional Council adopted a resolution pertaining to the 2009 Annual Solid Waste Management Service and Financing Study and the Proposed 2009 Business Plans and Budgets. A copy of the Annual Solid Waste Management Servicing and Financing Study and the 2009 Business Plans and Budgets was received in the Municipal Clerk's Department. Resolution #C-1 01-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT Correspondence Item I - 48 from P. Madill, Region of Durham with respect to the 2009 Annual Solid Waste Management Service and Financing Study and the Proposed 2009 Business Plans and Budgets be received for information. "CARRIED" I - 50 Garth Gilpin, Secretary-Treasurer, advising Council that there will not likely be any hanging flower baskets or planters in downtown Bowmanville as the free watering service provided by Rekker Gardens will not be available and the BIA does not have the financial resources to water the plants. Resolution #C-1 02-09 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the Municipality consider, through the Operations Department, the Maintenance (watering only) of the various hanging baskets and plantings through the BIA designated areas as well as consideration of providing baskets for the Municipally owned poles spanning the Bowmanville Creek. "CARRIED" CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION Correspondence D - 25 and D - 26 were received as handouts. Resolution #C-1 03-09 Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Items D - 1 to D - 14 be approved as per the agenda, with the exception of Items, D - 5, D - 6, D - 7, and D - 10. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 27- March 2, 2009 D - 1 Frank MacPhee, President, and Donna Donaldson, Executive Officer, Durham Region Home Builders' Association, inviting Mayor Abernethy to attend the Association's "Mayors & Members" evening on March 17,2009, as they launch "New Homes Month" in Durham Region; and, requesting Council to declare April 2009 as "New Homes Month" in recognition of new home construction and home ownership as a basic factor in economic progress and quality of life. (Proclaimed) D - 2 Alice Johnson, Volunteer Chair, PITCH-IN Ontario, forwarding information on how to involve the community in the 2009 Operation: Clean Sweep Campaign, a community clean-up and beautification project; advising April 20 to 26, 2009 is PITCH-IN Week; and, encouraging the municipality to consider becoming a Municipal PITCH-IN patron which will assist in providing free materials to local volunteer coordinators as they organize groups for clean-up projects in the community. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Operations) D - 3 Paul Vaneyk, requesting that the 50 km per hour speed limit on Concession Road 7, between Tyrone and Leskard be reverted back to an 80 km speed limit. Mr. Vaneyk stated that he has carried on a farming business for 48 years and that the rural area of the road past the subdivision east of Tyrone village has always been 80 km per hour; that he needs to have the higher speed limit to make the hills with his grain trucks; that Concession Road 7 is no more dangerous that other roads for school buses; and, that he should not be penalized because of a complaint by a school bus company. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Engineering Services) D - 4 Kim Mcinnis, Secretary, North Dundas History Stewarts, questioning whether the artifacts formerly owned by Brian McFarlane and housed at the Total Hockey Museum contain any artifacts of the Inkerman Rockets, which may be of interest to the Town of Inkerman, and the Township of North Dundas, noting Mr. McFarlane was a member of the Inkerman Rockets. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Community Service) Council Meeting Minutes D-8 D-9 D - 11 D - 12 0-13 - 28 - March 2, 2009 Joy Freemantle, President, Durham Region Branch Council, Canadian Red Cross, requesting permission to fly the Red Cross flag at the Municipal Administrative Centre for the month of March, in recognition of Red Cross Month and Red Cross' 100th year of service in Canada and around the world. (Permission granted to fly the Red Cross flag at the Municipal Administrative Centre for the month of March) Darlene Matthews tendering her resignation from the Clarington Accessibility Advisory Committee due to personal reasons and extending best wishes to the Committee on their future endeavours. (Correspondence received with regret and referred to the Municipal Clerk) Students of Mrs. Hamer-Strahl's Grade 10 History class, Port Perry High School, expressing concern with the proposed demolition of Camp 30 and requesting the historical site be preserved for future generations to experience a part of Canadian heritage. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Planning Services) Bob Taylor, Co-Chairperson, Durham Region Senior Games, advising the Ontario Senior Games Association (OSGA) commits to enhancing the lives of seniors in Ontario by running Actifest and Winterfest; advising the mandate of the Durham Region Seniors Games is to offer these games in Durham each year to qualify participants to represent Durham at Actifest and Winterfest; advising presently participants contribute 88% of the costs to run the events; and, requesting financial assistance in the amou nt of $100 to $250 to assist the Durham Region Senior Games Committee in presenting a quality Senior Games program in Durham Region. If approved, the municipality would receive appropriate recognition in all programs, events and any promotional material distributed. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Community Services) Garth Gilpin, Secretary-Treasurer and General Manager, Bowmanville Business Centre, requesting approval for the closure of King Street from Scugog Road to George Street, Temperance Street from Church Street to the hole in the wall, and Division Street from the municipal parking lot entrance to the Royal Bank Parking Lot for the following 2009 events: Council Meeting Minutes Maple Festival and All That Jazz Fabulous Fifties Festival August Moonlight Madness Apple Festival and Craft Sale Christmas Moonlight Magic - 29- March 2, 2009 Friday, May 1, at 8:00 p.m. (Temperance Street from King Street to Church Street) and as above from 9:00 p.m. until Saturday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 19 (Temperance Street from King Street to Church Street from 4:00 p.m. until 11 :00 p.m.) and as above on Saturday, June 20 from 5:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday, August 14, from 5:00 p.m. until August 15 at 12:30 a.m., as above Friday, October 16 (Temperance Street from King Street to the hole in the wall at 7:00 p.m., Temperance Street from King Street to Church Street at 8:00 p.m.) and as above from 9:00 p.m. until Saturday, October 17 at 8:00 p.m. Friday, December 4 (Temperance Street from King Street to Church Street at 4:30 p.m.) and as above from 5:30 p.m. until 11 :30 p.m. and requesting permission to close the 20 King Street East Parking lot from 7:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on April 11th to facilitate the Easter Egg Hunt and Lion's Club Easter Brunch. (Approved provided organizers apply for and obtain a road occupancy permit from the Engineering Services Department) Council Meeting Minutes - 30- March 2, 2009 D - 14 Eric Atkins, expressing concern with the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters becoming the managers of the Kendal Crown Lands; expressing dismay that the area known as the Kendal Recreation Park, once a hub of summer and winter activity has disappeared, forced out by reckless hunting habits and fencing of the area by the Ministry of Natural Resources; and, requesting municipal and provincial representatives join forces with local residents to give the Kendal Recreation Park back to the public to enjoy in safety. (Correspondence referred to the Municipal Clerk) D - 5 Raymond Smith, expressing his disagreement with the proposed plan to demolish Camp 30; expressing concern with the area trend to destroy buildings with historical significance; and suggesting that the buildings could be refurbished and could put people to work in this depressed time. D - 6 Rita Edgell, Member, LACAC Heritage Whitby, expressing concern that the builders are considering demolition of Camp 30; stating too many heritage buildings have already been lost; and, urging Council to take all necessary steps to preserve the buildings and history for future generations. D - 7 Tracey Ali, advising of her support of protecting Camp 30 from demolition and requesting Federal government contact information on who could be notified about preserving Camp 30. Resolution #C-1 04-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Correspondence Item D - 5 from Raymond Smith, Item D - 6 from Rita Edgell and D - 7 from Tracey Ali, with respect to the protection of Camp 30 be referred to the Director of Planning Services. "CARRIED" Mayor Abernethy stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence Item 0 - 10 as this matter deals with the compliance audit issue related to the 2006 municipal election. Mayor Abernethy vacated the Chair and refrained from discussion and voting on this matter. Deputy Mayor Trim chaired this portion of the meeting. Council Meeting Minutes D - 10 - 31 - March 2, 2009 Don Prout, Cynthia Prout, Sean Kean and George Van Dyk, expressing concern that to date, the audit required under Section 81 (4) of The Municipal Elections Act has not been conducted on the financial statement of former Mayor John Mutton; reminding Council of their legal responsibility to appoint an auditor to conduct the audit; citing specific information requiring investigation with respect to the use of municipal resources and personnel and the occupancy of a building in contravention of the Ontario Buildinq Code Act, advising that since Council has not responded to previous requests, the requesters feel they will have no choice but to proceed to Provincial Court to have an Order issued for Council to do their job; and, requesting that the auditor who performed the Vaughan and Hamilton audits be appointed by the Courts. Resolution #C-1 05-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item D - 10 from Don Prout, Cynthia Prout, Sean Kean and George Van Dyk with respect to the audit required under Section 81 (4) of The Municipal Elections Act on the financial statement of former Mayor John Mutton be referred to the Municipal Clerk. "CARRIED" Mayor Abernethy resumed the Chair. D - 15 Grant Algar requesting a nine-month extension to Building Permit No. 08.0509 for 4327 Fices Road, due to problems resulting from a wet summer, problems with the foundation, early winter with extreme cold temperatures and heavy snowfall, and problems with the trusses. Resolution #C-1 06-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Grant Algar be granted a nine month extension for the use of temporary living quarters at 4327 Fices Road subject to signing a further letter of undertaking. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 32 - March 2, 2009 D - 16 Blair Labelle, Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk, Town of Ajax, advising Council that on February 9, 2009, the Town of Ajax adopted the following resolution pertaining to authority to prohibit corporate and trade union contributions to municipal election campaigns: "WHEREAS the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, enables individuals normally resident in Ontario, corporations that carry on business in Ontario and unions that hold bargaining rights for employees in Ontario to make contributions of up to $750 in total to any candidate for all municipal offices, with the exception of candidates for Mayor of Toronto who are permitted to accept maximum individual contributions of $2,500; and, WHEREAS the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, [So 70.1 (1)] provides that the City of Toronto alone "may by by-law prohibit a corporation that carries on business in Ontario or a trade union that holds bargaining rights for employees in Ontario from making a contribution to or for any candidate for an office on city council."; and, WHEREAS a recent study by Prof. Robert MacDermid, titled "Funding City Politics", examined financial contributions to municipal election campaigns in the Greater Toronto Area and, in particular, raised issues with respect to the amount and potential influence of contributions from land and property development corporations; and, WHEREAS no corporate or trade union contributions to municipal candidates and parties have been permitted in Quebec since 1980; both Quebec and Manitoba have banned corporate and union contributions to Provincial candidates and parties; and all such contributions were prohibited from federal electoral politics prior to the last Canadian election; BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Government of Ontario be requested to amend the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 to provide all municipalities in the Province with the authority to pass a by-law that would prohibit a corporation that carries on business in Ontario or a trade union that holds bargaining rights for employees in Ontario from making a contribution to or for any candidate for an office on the respective municipal council." Council Meeting Minutes - 33 - March 2, 2009 Resolution #C-1 07 -09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the resolution from the Town of Ajax with respect to authority to prohibit corporate and trade union contributions to municipal election campaigns be received for information. D - 17 "CARRIED" A. Alan Borovoy, General Counsel, Canadian Civil Liberties Association, expressing concern with Council's resolution of April 21, 2008, purporting to ban Jim Richards, a constituent, from addressing Council until he issues a personal written apology for certain remarks he made earlier; indicating that the record, as they have seen it, discloses no legal basis for the imposition of so drastic a measure, or indeed, for any sanction at all and Council's action in this case may also infringe the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms; acknowledging the right of municipal councils to promulgate ground rules for the exercise of debate and reception of delegations but in no event should citizens be sanctioned merely for criticizing the way officials discharge their duties or for the use of terms such as "bully"; and, requesting Council to rescind the prohibition imposed upon Mr. Richards' participation at its public meetings. Resolution #C-1 08-09 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT Correspondence Item D - 17 from the Canadian Civil Liberties Association be referred to a closed session of Council to seek advice with respect to legal ramifications. "MOTION LOST" Resolution #C-1 09-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Correspondence Item D - 17 from A. Alan Borovoy, General Counsel, Canadian Civil Liberties Association regarding the ban of Jim Richards from addressing Committee and Council be received; and THAT Mr. Borovoy be advised of actions taken following consideration of the Business Arising From the Notices of Motion section of the agenda. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 34 - March 2, 2009 D - 18 Kevin C. Christenson, City Clerk, City of Hamilton, advising Council that on January 28, 2009, the City of Hamilton adopted the following resolution pertaining to Bill 138, Protection of Public Participation Act, 2008: "WHEREAS Andrea Horwath, Ontario's NDP Critic for Municipal Affairs, has introduced a private members bill to counter Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP) used by proponents to silence those who object to their developments; AND WHEREAS the well-heeled industrial interests suing citizens to silence public objections; while bulldozing projects through municipal councils and the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) will be a thing of the past; AND WHEREAS "Ontario could be the birthplace of North America's most effective anti-SLAPP legislation," Horwath said. "When individuals and groups can be sued for millions of dollars simply because they take a stand against unwanted developments in their communities, something is terribly wrong. My Bill will take the sting out of SLAPP. I want the McGuinty government to accelerate this initiative in order to end this scourge on our democracy once and for all." AND WHEREAS Horwath's Bill 138, Protection of Public Participation Act, 2008 would enable such lawsuits to be dismissed at an early stage. It would indemnify defendants for costs incurred and allow additional costs for damages to be awarded to them by a court or tribunal. A significant mechanism in Horwath's Bill would stop governments and tribunals from proceeding with the planning process where SLAPP tactics exist; AND WHEREAS Horwath has strong support for her bill from Environmental Defence, a group at the forefront of fighting SLAPP and the chill it has brought to citizen's groups such as the Innisfil District Association (IDA). The IDA has been hit with a $3.2 million SLAPP at the OMB because of its courageous stand against a massive and unwanted resort development on the shores of Lake Simcoe at Big Bay Point; AND WHEREAS The recent Uniform Law Conference, a yearly gathering of provincial Attorneys General, identified SLAPPs as a growing and worrisome trend across Canada and specifically identified the ongoing Big Bay Point OMB cost application, as a case in point; Council Meeting Minutes - 35- March 2, 2009 AND WHEREAS Dr. Rick Smith, Executive Director, and lawyer, David Donnelly, himself the target of such a lawsuit, says a law protecting public participation is very much needed. "Surely it's Job 1 of the Ontario legislature to ensure that Ontarians can engage with our democracy - including provincial courts and tribunals - without fear of intimidation by bullying developers or crippling financial liability," Smith said. "Unless the current system is changed, I am very concerned that citizens will increasingly shy away from speaking their mind publicly and our public life, urban planning regimes and environmental protection will be the poorer for it."; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the City of Hamilton: a. Support the efforts of MPP Andrea Horwath with respect to the current Bill 138 - Protection of Public Participation Act, 2008. b. Circulate this resolution to all other Ontario municipalities encouraging them to consider similar resolutions of support." Resolution #C-11 0-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT Correspondence Item D - 18 from the City of Hamilton with respect to Bill 138, Protection of Public Participation Act, 2008 be referred to the Municipal Clerk. "CARRIED" D - 19 The County of Prince Edward advising Council that on December 15, 2008, the County of Prince Edward adopted the following resolution pertaining to wind turbines: "WHEREAS Prince Edward County is an island municipality located in Lake Ontario just west of Kingston and has been identified for significant wind farm development, both onshore and offshore; and WHEREAS currently six (6) wind turbine development companies have publicly signaled a desired presence with three (3) applications in place at the formal planning application stage (1 of these at the Ontario Municipal Board); and WHEREAS the need for renewable energy sources is recognized at the federal, provincial, municipal and local community levels; and Council Meeting Minutes - 36 - March 2, 2009 WHEREAS wind generated power is an established source of renewable energy being created globally; and WHEREAS populated and publicly owned and occupied lands and waters are being identified for industrial wind turbine development; and WHEREAS discrepancy exists on the health effects potentially created by the presence of industrial wind turbines; and WHEREAS this discrepancy on the potential health effects is proving. to be destructive and divisive to the social and cultural fabric of rural communities; and WHEREAS other Ontario municipalities, being the Township of Loyalist and the Township of Dawn-Euphemia, have passed resolutions expressing concern with the health effects associated with wind turbines; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the County of Prince Edward requests that the. Federal and Provincial government agencies responsible for public health, energy creation and energy management complete the following: 1. Dedicate resources to the necessary scientific research to consider the impact of: a. low frequency noise and, b. electrical and electromagnetic disturbances in areas of industrial wind turbines with the intent to confirm/deny public health implications; and 2. Create and provide authoritative regulations and guidelines for the locating of wind turbines to municipalities and wind energy developers. THAT the resolution of the Township of Loyalist dated September 25,2008 be supported; and THAT this resolution be forwarded with a request for action to: The Ontario Ministries of Health, Environment and Energy, Medical Officers of Health at Public Health Units, Environment Canada, Health Canada, all MPPs and MPs, The Premier's Office, the Prime Minister's Office, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), and The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM); and Council Meeting Minutes - 37 - March 2, 2009 THAT this resolution be circulated to all municipalities and native territories in Ontario requesting their support." Resolution #C-111-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the resolution of the County of Prince Edward with respect to wind turbines be received for information. "CARRIED" D - 20 Sandra Kranc, City Clerk, City of Oshawa, writing to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) advising that on February 2, 2009, Oshawa City Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to OMERS coverage and benefits for staff serving in the Military: "1. THAT any employee on military reservist leave be reimbursed the 'employer portion' of the OMERS contributions if the employee chooses to buy back broken service time while on 'reservist leave' as outlined in Report FA-09-04 dated January 15, 2009 from the Commissioner, Corporate Services; and, 2. .THAT further to the above, employees who are on reservist leave be reimbursed their benefit cost in the Public Service Health Care Plan as outlined in Report FA-09-04; and, 3. THAT the practice of reimbursing the employer portion of OMERS contributions and benefits costs for employees who are on reservist leave be incorporated into the Human Resources Administration Manual Policy; and, 4. THAT a copy of this report be sent to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, local area municipalities and the Region of Durham." Resolution #C-112-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the resolution of the City of Oshawa with respect to OMERS coverage and benefits for staff serving in the Military be referred to the Director of Corporate Services. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 38 - March 2, 2009 D - 21 Martha A. Pettit, Deputy Clerk, Town of Whitby, writing to the Honourable George Smitherman, Deputy Premier and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, advising that on February 9, 2009, the Town of Whitby adopted the following resolution pertaining to Ontario Nuclear New Build Procurement Project: "1. THAT Community and Marketing Services Department Report No. 09-09 be received as information; 2. THAT Council endorse the following resolution: · WHEREAS a secure and competitively priced energy supply is a key foundation for the maintenance and growth of a competitive Ontario and Durham Region economy; · AND WHEREAS Canada's and Ontario's nuclear industry has a demonstrated track record of safety, innovation and environmental stewardship; . AND WHEREAS Canadian innovative design and manufacture of nuclear reactor reports has proven to be competitive in world markets; · AND WHEREAS there is currently and projected to be an increase in the expansion of nuclear construction worldwide and Ontario and Durham Region stand to benefit through the export of nuclear components and technology; . AND WHEREAS more than 150 Canadian/Ontario companies employ over 12,000 high tech workers in the nuclear energy area; . THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Town of Whitby calls upon the Provincial Government to give priority in the procurement process for the next generation of nuclear power technology to be sited at Darlington, to the bidder that has substantial current investments, strategic partnerships and alliances in and with Ontario companies, and is prepared to further establish and demonstrate continued investment in and with Ontario companies to enhance and provide sustainable employment opportunities for the new nuclear build project; and, Council Meeting Minutes - 39- March 2, 2009 3. THAT the Clerk forward a copy of this report, once approved by Council, to the Honourable George Smitherman, Deputy Premier and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure; Honourable Michael Bryant, Minister of Economic Development; Honourable Dwight Duncan, Minister of Finance and Chair of the Management Board of Cabinet; Honourable John Wilkinson, Minister of Research and Innovation; Christine Elliott, MPP Whitby-Oshawa; all other Members of Provincial Parliament in Durham Region; office of the Prime Minister; Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Natural Resources; Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance and Minister Responsible for the GTA and MP Whitby-Oshawa; all other members of Federal Parliament in Durham Region; Durham Region Economic Development and Tourism Department; local municipal economic development offices in Durham Region; all Boards of Trade and Chambers of Commerce in Durham Region; and the Regional Municipality of Durham and the Municipality of Clarington. " Resolution #C-113-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the resolution of the Town of Whitby with respect to the Ontario Nuclear New Build Procurement Project be endorsed. "CARRIED" D - 22 Alex Mitchell, City Clerk, City of Cambridge, advising Council that on February 9,2009, the City of Cambridge adopted the following resolution pertaining to internet filtering software on computers: "WHEREAS there is no law in Ontario prohibiting pornography and other sexually explicit material from being viewed on computers in public schools and libraries; AND WHEREAS there are public schools and public libraries that do not use internet filtering software on computers that blocks such inappropriate material; AND WHEREAS significant changes have occurred with respect to computer technologies, software and programs that could filter access to inappropriate, explicit sexual content; AND WHEREAS parents in the province of Ontario have the right to ensure their children are protected from pornography and other inappropriate material available on the internet in their public schools and libraries; Council Meeting Minutes - 40- March 2, 2009 THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the council of the Corporation of the City of Cambridge petitions the Honourable M. Aileen Carrol, Minister of Culture, the Honourable Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario and, the Legislative Assembly of Ontario to require all public schools and libraries in Ontario to be required to install internet filtering software on computers to avoid viewing of sites with inappropriate, explicit sexual content; AND FURTHER THAT the motion once approved be forwarded to all MPPs representing Waterloo Region, to the Leader of the Official Opposition, to the Leader of the 3rd party and, through AMO, to all other municipalities for their consideration. Resolution #C-114-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the resolution from the City of Cambridge with respect to internet filtering software on computers be received for information. "CARRIED" D - 23 Kimberley Kitteringham, Town Clerk, Town of Markham, advising Council that on February 10, 2009, the Town of Markham adopted the following resolution pertaining to Federal Tax Incentives for Heritage Properties Landmarks Not Landfill Campaign: "1. WHEREAS according to the Heritage Canada Foundation, Canada has lost more than 20% of its pre-1920 heritage buildings to demolition over the past 30 years; and, 2. WHEREAS the Heritage Canada Foundation has stated that urgent action is needed to stop the demolition of Canadian landmarks, to restore and re-use them, and to acknowledge their value as a reminder of our origins and cultures; and, 3. WHEREAS heritage buildings are also a valuable economic development resource which supports re-urbanization initiatives and tourism, stimulates adjacent development, increases property values, all while providing environmental benefits by way of reducing landfill, preserving natural resources and promoting sustainability; and, WHEREAS there are currently no federal financial incentives to encourage private sector investment in the rehabilitation of heritage properties; and, Council Meeting Minutes - 41 - March 2, 2009 WHEREAS Heritage Markham, Council's heritage advisory committee, has requested that the Town of Markham pass a resolution requesting the Federal government to intr.oduce financial incentives which would encourage private sector investment in the rehabilitation of historic properties; and, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Corporation of the Town of Markham endorse resolutions by the Heritage Canada Foundation and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities that request the Federal Ministers of Finance and the Environment to establish tax incentives which would encourage private sector investment in the rehabilitation of heritage properties; and, THAT this motion be forwarded to local Members of Parliament and Greater Toronto Area (GTA) municipalities for their support; and THAT the Association of Municipalities of Ontario be requested to support the work of the Heritage Canada Foundation and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities regarding the need for federal tax incentives by endorsing a resolution at its Annual Convention; and further, THAT Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution." Resolution #C-115-09 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the resolution from the Town of Markham with respect to Federal Tax Incentives for Heritage Properties Landmarks Not Landfill Campaign be endorsed 'in principle'. "CARRIED" D - 24 Mayor Strauss, Township of Woolwich, advising the Township of Woolwich is the only municipality in Ontario remaining in the 2009 Kraft Hockeyville title and requesting Council's assistance in promoting support of Woolwich's bid for the Hockeyville title by encouraging voting between 11 :00 p.m. on February 28 to 11 :59 p.m. on March 4, 2009. Unlimited votes can be cast by calling 1-866-533-8066, by text "Vote Woolwich" to 222111 or on-line at www.WoolwichHockevville.ca. Council Meeting Minutes - 42 - March 2, 2009 Resol ution #C-116-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT Correspondence Item D - 24 from Mayor Strauss, Township of Woolwich with respect to Woolwich's bid for the Kraft Hockeyville title be received for information. "CARRIED" D - 25 Linda Gasser, expressing concern with the process undertaken by the Project Team regarding the Durham/York Environmental Assessment for the proposed Energy-From-Waste facility, with respect to public access to information and the public consultation process, and requesting Council to write to the Joint Waste . Management Group to request that they direct the Project Team to post all project information on the EA project website as soon as it becomes available. Resolution #C-117 -09 Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the joint Waste Management Group be requested to direct the Project Team to post all project information on the EA Project website within 24 hours of it becoming available; and THAT Linda Gasser be advised of Council's decision. "CARRIED" D - 26 Charles Mellon regarding the acquisition of 71 Old Kingston Road. He understands that the Municipality wants to acquire his land as a park and has been advised that the deal becomes final on May 20, 2009. He would very much like to rent the house at a reasonable price or get an extension on the date that he must vacate the property. The house is in the very corner of the property and should not interfere with any park work that is being done. Resolution #C-118-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Correspondence Item D - 26 from Charles Mellon with respect to the acquisition of 71 Old Kingston Road be received for information. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 43 - March 2, 2009 Resolution #C-119-09 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the order of the agenda be altered to address the two confidential matters at this time. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-120-09 Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT, in accordance with Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, the meeting be closed for the purpose of receiving legal advice regarding an insurance claim and an assessment appeal. "CARRIED" The meeting resumed in open session at 10:50 p.m. The Mayor advised that a closed meeting of Council was held in accordance with Section 239 of the Municipal Act. Two legal matters were considered and two resolutions were passed to provide direction to staff. Resolution #C-121-09 Moved by Councilor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow for introduction of a motion. "CARRI ED" Resolution #C-122-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the order of the agenda be altered to consider the passage of a by-law at this time. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 44- March 2, 2009 BY-LAWS Resolution #C-123-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2009-034, being a by-law to ratify the appeal of the assessment of certain lands owned by Vermont Village Homes Ltd. to the Assessment Review Board on behalf of the Municipality of Clarington and to proceed with the said appeal; and that the said by-law be now read a first, second and third time and finally approved. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-124-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the meeting proceed beyond the hour of 11 :00 p.m. to allow for the completion of the agenda. "CARRIED" COMMITTEE REPORT(S) Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report February 23, 2009. Resolution #C-125-09 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of February 23, 2009, be approved. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 45- March 2, 2009 BUSINESS ARISING FROM NOTICE OF MOTION Councillor Trim chaired this portion of the meeting. Resolution #C-126-09 Moved by Councillor Mayor Abernethy, seconded by Councillor Hooper WHEREAS the residents of the Municipality of Clarington will be adversely affected by the unusually severe economic climate, and there is an opportunity for Council to recognize the hardship experienced by Clarington taxpayers; NOW HEREBY BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Mayor of the Municipality of Clarington advises that the 3% salary increase approved through by-law 2008-020 as the normal wage increase applicable to the 2009 Mayor's salary will be returned to the Municipality as a payroll deduction or direct re-payment; THAT the associated 3% increase in monthly mileage allowance paid through payroll will also be returned to the Municipality in the same manner; THAT the overall salary established as appropriate for the position remain as approved in by-law 2008-020, with the payroll deduction reflecting as a revenue to the Municipality so as not to affect comparison with other Area Municipality rates; and THAT the Municipal Councillors be encouraged to consider the same donation of the 3% salary increase and 3% mileage allowance increase by returning the increase to be recognized as a revenue to the Municipality of Clarington for 2009. "SEE FOLLOWING MOTION" Resolution #C-127 -09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-125-09 be tabled to the 2009 budget education session which will be scheduled later this fall. "CARRI ED" Mayor Abernethy resumed the Chair. Council Meeting Minutes - 46- March 2, 2009 Resolution #C-128-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper WHEREAS Clarington Council regrets that Mr. Richards has not been able to address the General Purpose and Administration Committee or Clarington Council over the past several months. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Resolution C-225-08, barring Mr. Jim Richards from addressing the Clarington General Purpose and Administration Committee or Clarington Council be rescinded. "CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE" Declaration of Pecuniary Council Member Yes No Interest Absent Councillor Foster ..J Councillor Hooper ..J Councillor Novak ..J Councillor Robinson ..J Councillor Trim ..J Councillor Woo -V Mayor Abernethy ..J Resolution #C-129-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper WHEREAS Clarington Council regrets that Mr. Barry Bracken has not been able to address the General Purpose and Administration Committee or Clarington Council over the past several months. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Resolution C-230-08, barring Mr. Bracken from addressing the Clarington General Purpose and Administration Committee or Clarington Council be rescinded. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 47 - March 2, 2009 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Resolution #C-130-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Edgar Lucas be advised of the actions taken with respect to Correspondence Item I - 50. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-131-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the request of Linda Gasser for Public Information Centres regarding the Energy From Waste project be referred to the Chief Administrative Officer to request the Regional Municipality of Durham to host such sessions within Clarington. "CARRI ED" BY-LAWS Resolution #C-132-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2009-024 to 2009-033 inclusive; 2009-024 Being a By-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Rutherford Contracting Limited, Gormley, Ontario, to enter into agreement for Highway 2, Streetscape and Street Lighting Improvements, Bowmanville and to repeal By-law 2009-008 2009-025 Being a by-law to authorize entering into an Agreement with the Owner(s) of Draft Plan of Subdivision S-C-2008-0001, any Mortgagee who has an interest in the said Lands, and the Municipality of Clarington, in respect of S-C-2008-0001 2009-026 Being a by-law to establish certain lands as public highway, assume them for public use and name them 2009-027 Being a by-law to establish, layout and dedicate certain lands as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington 2009-028 Being a by-law to assume certain streets within the Municipality of Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington Council Meeting Minutes - 48 - March 2, 2009 2009-029 Being a by-law to establish certain lands as public highway, assume them for public use and name them 2009-030 Being a By-law to authorize an agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Animal Licensing Services Inc., Bowmanville, ON, to enter into agreement for the Door-to-Door Selling of Animal Licenses for the Municipality of Clarington 2009-031 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2007-039, a by-law to appoint members to the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee for the Municipality of Clarington 2009-032 Being a By-law to adopt Amendment No. 66 to the Clarington Official Plan 2009-033 Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle; and THAT the said by-laws be now read a first, second and third time and finally approved. "CARRIED" Councillor Trim chaired the remainder of the meeting. NOTICE OF MOTION Mayor Abernethy and Councillor Hooper gave notice that they will be introducing the following motion at the next Council meeting: . "WHEREAS in January 2007, amendments to the Ontario Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25, as amended under Bill 30, the Municipal Statute Law Amendment Act, 2006, Part V (1) - Accountability and Transparency - Section 223.2(1) came into effect which specifically authorizes a municipality to establish a code of conduct for members of the council and of the local boards of the municipality; AND WHEREAS the establishment of such codes of conduct are at the discretion of all municipalities in Ontario, except for the City of Toronto, where as per the City of Toronto Act, contains a mandatory requirement for the City of Toronto to establish a code of conduct for their members of council; AND WHEREAS some municipalities in Ontario have acted upon the above mentioned amendments to the Ontario Municipal Act, to implement a code of conduct for their members of council; Council Meeting Minutes - 49- March 2, 2009 AND WHEREAS the Municipality of Clarington, on July 17, 2006 revised and approved Policy H-3 - Code of Ethics which provides a standard of conduct for the employees of the Corporation in the carrying out of their work assignments and their relationships with the public, elected officials and each other; AND WHEREAS the Municipality of Clarington has not approved a Code of Conduct that provides a standard of conduct for members of council; AND WHEREAS many professions and associations such as the Ontario Municipal Administrators' Association have developed and implemented various forms of codes of conduct that have helped to increase the proficiency of its members and strengthen the quality of municipal government through professional management; AND WHEREAS a code of conduct may include provisions dealing with council-staff relations and an explanation of the roles of Council and staff; AND WHEREAS it is understood that attaining an elected position is a privilege which carries significant responsibilities and obligations. It is further understood that members of all municipal councils are held to a higher standard of behaviour and conduct than the general public; AND WHEREA the public has an expectation that members of council will conduct their duties and actions to a level of integrity and impartiality that will bear the closest of public scrutiny. Members of council must be independent, impartial and responsible to the people of their respective municipality; AND WHEREAS the above mentioned amendment to the Ontario Municipal Act, pertaining to codes of conduct, will augment the existing oath of office that is sworn by each member of council prior to taking their seat on the council of a municipality; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT council directs the Chief Administrative Officer to research and review existing Codes of Ethics, Codes of Conduct and Council Charters that various municipalities have adopted and form part of their corporate governance, operating policies and procedures; AND FURTHER to report and recommend to council on those findings, on or before the September 14,2009 GPA meeting." OTHER INFORMATION Resolution #C-133-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the presentation of John O'Toole, MPP, Durham, be received with thanks. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 50 - March 2, 2009 Resolution #C-134-09 Moved by Mayor Abernethy, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the presentation of Roger Anderson, Chair, Regional Municipality of Durham, be received with thanks. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-135-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the presentation of Pat McNeil, Sr. VP Generation Development, Ontario Power Generation be received with thanks. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-136-09 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Foster THAT the presentation of Amy Burke, Clarington Living Green Community Advisory Committee be received with thanks. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-137-09 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the presentation of Gord Lee, Arena Board Chair, Newcastle Arena be received with thanks and the Arena Board be thanked for their dedication and hard work. "CARRIED" CONFIRMING BY -LAW Mayor Abernethy stated a disclosure of pecuniary interest earlier in the meeting and refrained from discussion and voting on the confirming by-law. Council Meeting Minutes - 51 - March 2, 2009 Resolution #C-138-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2009-035, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held on the 2nd day of March 2009; and THAT the said by-law be now read a first, second and third time and finally approved. "CARRI ED" ADJOURNMENT Resolution #C-139-09 Moved by Councillor Robinson, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the meeting adjourn at 11:17 p.m. "CARRIED" MAYOR MUNICIPAL CLERK DRAFT LIST OF DELEGATIONS March 23, 2009 a) Petra Schwirtz, Clarington Marketing Minds Group - Municipal Grant for Funding (Item 17 of Report #1 ) b) Diane Powers, Christmas in Clarington Country - Denial of Municipal Grant (Item 15 of Report #1) c) Jim Richards - Need for Peer Reviews of Regional Consultant's Studies as they pertain to the Proposed Energy-From-Waste Facility (Correspondence Item D - 25) d) Debra Jefferson - Request for Peer Review to Address Environmental Monitoring of the Proposed Energy-From-Waste Facility (Correspondence Item D - 28) e) Linda Gasser - Request for Peer Reviews of Durham Project Team Energy-From-Waste Consultants' Studies (Correspondence Item D - 30) f) Wendy Bracken - Need for Peer Reviews with Regard to Recently Released Regional Consultants' Studies in the Durham York Waste EA (Correspondence Item D - 28) g) Bill Temple - Public Support Rally for Saving the Acute Care Service at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville (Correspondence Item D - 9) SUMMARY OF CORRESPONDENCE. MARCH 23, 2009 CORRESPONDENCE TO BE RECEIVED FOR INFORMATION I - 1 Minutes of the Clarington Museums and Archives Board dated February 11, 2009. (Copy attached) I - 2 Minutes of the Clarington Heritage Committee dated February 17, .2009. (Copy attached) I - 3 Minutes of the Kawartha Conservation dated January 21, 2009. (Copy attached) I - 4 Minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee dated February 10, and March 10, 2009. (Copies attached) I -5 Amy Bautista, Lease Administrator, SNC-Lavalin Profac Inc. forwarding correspondence from Richard Schveighardt, General Manager, Property Management - Central Region, Ontario Realty Corporation, encouraging all Ontario Realty Corporation's leased properties landlords to participate in "Earth Hour" on March 28, 2009, by signing up at www.earthhour.orq and turning off the lights at 8:30 p.m. I - 6 Jim Richards expressing appreciation to Council for rescinding the speaking ban placed on him last April and reinstating his rights and freedoms, protected under the Canadian Constitution. I - 7 The Honourable Jim Watson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, advising of the establishment of the I . Greenbelt Awards, awards designed to recognize those who have made important contributions to a strong and viable Greenbelt; requesting elementary and secondary school-aged students to submit original artwork showing what Ontario's Greenbelt means to them; and, requesting Council's support of this activity. Complete details on the design contest can be found on Facebook at the I . Greenbelt page or by visiting ontario.ca/iheartqreenbelt. Summary of Correspondence - 2 - March 23, 2009 I - 8 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham, writing to the Honourable Ted McMeekin, Minister of Government Services, forwarding a copy of Council's resolution seeking a streamlined process with respect to break open tickets and raffles; advising Minister McMeekin that he agrees with the streamlined approach supported by Clarington Council; and, requesting an update on the progress that is being made towards reducing the burden of red tape and simplifying various lottery activities initiated by local charities. I - 9 Jeffrey A. Abrams, City Clerk, City of Vaughan, advising Council that on February 24,2009, the City of Vaughan adopted the following resolution pertaining to the Growing Communities Health Care Alliance: "1. THAT the City of Vaughan support the Resolution from the Town of Newmarket which was endorsed by Council at the meeting of November 10, 2008, and submitted by the Growing Communities Healthcare Alliance; 2. THAT in order to improve timely and local access to hospital care in Vaughan and across high growth communities in Ontario, the City of Vaughan should request that the Government of Ontario: a. Speed up implementation of hospital growth funding commitment ensuring that $100 Million in growth funding is targeted to high growth hospitals and provide growth funding for social services; b. Quickly implement 'Health Based Allocation Model' (HBAM) i.e. population-needs-based-funding for provincial health care funding and develop a population-needs-based funding formula for social services; c. Develop a plan for health care and social services growth for Ontario to complement Places to Grow. 3. THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, the Minister of Finance, the MPP for Vaughan, High Growth Communities Mayors and Chairs and the Central Health Integration Networks (LHIN)." Summary of Correspondence - 3 - March 23, 2009 I - 10 Rebecca Harrison objecting to the proposed "Energy-From-Waste" facility due to the health effects, financial implications and the direction of the Region's Waste Strategy if the incinerator is approved; requesting all meetings concerning the proposed incinerator be held in Durham Region and be accessible to the public; requesting that the Project Team post all information and documents to the website within 24 hours of documents being released to the public; and, urging Council to refer to the precautionary principal and to look for another solution to waste disposal. I - 11 Chris White expressing concern that the April meeting of the Joint Waste Management Group is scheduled to be held in York Region despite the fact that the matters around the incinerator primarily affect Durham residents and taxpayers, and requesting that public meetings on this issue be held in Durham Region in the evenings or on weekends so those who are employed have the opportunity to attend; forwarding 120 cards and letters from residents who oppose the incinerator; requesting that the Project Team post all information and documents to the website within 24 hours of being released to the public; expressing concern that the incinerator is in direct contrast to the direction of the provincial policy "Towards a Zero Waste Future"; and, urging Council to listen to the residents of Durham Region and to take into account the health and safety of the residents of Durham when voting on this project. I - 12 The Honourable Bev Oda, P.C., M.P., Durham, Minister of International Cooperation, thanking Council for sharing Clarington's list of shovel-ready infrastructure projects as per funding announced in the 2009 Federal Budget and advising that she has forwarded the list to the Honourable John Baird, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, requesting Minister Baird to respond directly to the municipality on what funding options would be most suitable for Clarington's projects. Summary of Correspondence - 4 - March 23, 2009 I - 13 Kevin Empey, Lakeridge Health President and CEO, writing to Lakeridge Health Members forwarding a fact sheet on physician coverage challenges being experienced at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville advising the membership that the Board and Senior Management Team want to ensure that Lakeridge Health staff, physicians and volunteers are aware of the facts surrounding the issue and of their commitment to maintain Lakeridge Health Bowmanville as an acute care site, advising of the efforts and steps being taken to alleviate these challenges including the hiring of locum (temporary specialists for hire) from across Ontario to ensure coverage at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, seeking specialists at other sites to provide coverage, and working with doctors and specialists in Bowmanville in examining options to alleviate these long-standing shortages and to find solutions which will meet the needs of patients and physicians in the short and long term while ensuring high quality care, within the Corporation's financial means. 1-14 The Honourable Jim Watson, MPP, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing advising that the Ontario government is joining others around the world in recognizing "Earth Hour", a global event to promote energy conservation and to tackle climate change, on Saturday, March 28, 2009, between 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.; indicating that last year 50 million people participated in this international campaign; and, encouraging municipalities to be involved and sign up at www.earthhour.orq. CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION D - 1 Lynda Shepherd, The Canadian Hearing Society, advising May is national "Hearing Awareness Month", an occasion to promote public understanding and awareness of the needs of culturally deaf, oral deaf, deafened and hard of hearing Canadians and to emphasize the importance of protecting hearing; and, requesting that the month of May be proclaimed as "Hearing Awareness Month" in Clarington. (Motion to Proclaim) Summary of Correspondence - 5 - March 23, 2009 D - 2 Jayme Harper & Julie DeMarchi, Regional Directors - Region 3 Ontario, National Board Members - PFLAG Canada, requesting that the Rainbow Flag be flown at the Municipal Administrative Centre from May 15, 2009 to May 19, 2009, in recognition of Council's proclamation of May 17, 2009, as International Day Against Homophobia. (Motion to approve the flying of the Rainbow Flag at the Municipal Administrative Centre from May 15, 2009 to May 19, 2009) D - 3 Derrick Mckay, Race Director, Courtice Kids Multisport Series, advising of the 3rd Annual "Courtice Kids of Steel Triathlon" to be held on Sunday, August 16, 2009, and requesting permission for road closures on Nash Road and Green Road from 9:00 a.m. until 11 :30 a.m. The organizer has advised that appropriate insurance is in place and road closure permits for Courtice Road will be obtained. (Motion to approve provided the organizers apply for and obtain a Road Occupancy Permit from the Engineering Services Department) D - 4 Sara Lawson, Community Development Coordinator - Toronto and East, Parkinson Society Canada Central and Northern Ontario, advising that April is Parkinson's Awareness Month and requesting that April be proclaimed as "Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month" in an effort to raise awareness and gain support for Canadians living with Parkinson's disease. (Motion to Proclaim) D - 5 Elaine Goraj, Fundraising & Program Development, Child Find Ontario, advising this year marks Child Find Ontario's 25th Anniversary and is also the 18th Annual Green Ribbon of Hope ™ Campaign, a campaign aimed at bringing awareness to the community regarding the issue of missing children and how one can safeguard their child from predators, on-line or on the streets; offering to provide green ribbons and flyers free of charge; and, requesting that May 25, 2009, be proclaimed "Green Ribbon of Hope Campaign and National Missing Children's Day". (Motion to Proclaim) Summary of Correspondence - 6 - March 23, 2009 D - 6 Bob Waite, Senior Vice-President, Corporate Social Responsibility, Canada Post, advising of the 2009 Canada Post Community Literacy Award, a national award dedicated to celebrating the achievements of adult learners, along with those who have helped them learn to read and write; and, encouraging Council to celebrate literacy in the community by nominating a deserving individual. The deadline for submission is May 22,2009. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Municipal Clerk to place an ad in the local newspapers) D - 7 Durham Region Labour Council advising that National Day of Mourning is officially recognized as April 28th each year in recognition of working people who have died at the workplace, or suffered injuries on the job; and, requesting Council to proclaim Tuesday, April 28, 2009, as "Day of Mourning" and that the flags be lowered on Municipal Buildings in honour and remembrance of those killed at the workplace. (Motion to proclaim and to lower flags on Municipal Buildings) D - 8 Correspondence has been received from the following individuals/groups in opposition to the proposed demolition of Camp 30; forwarding suggestions on future uses; and, requesting Council to do all that is necessary to preserve the nation's historical heritage sites for future generations: a) Margaret Clayton b) Catherine Starr c) Sara Weales, Facebook Group - Save Bowmanville POW Camp 30 from Demolition d) Sgt. Brett Devries, 172 RCAC e) Kristina Thomas f) Nancy Leask g) Melanie Gaudet h) Teresa Miceli i) Richard Van Dyk j) John C. Schneider k) Joanne Laton (Motion to refer correspondence to the Director of Planning Services) Summary of Correspondence - 7 - March 23, 2009 D - 9 Correspondence has been received from the following individuals/groups expressing concern with the proposed changes to the delivery of health care in Durham and the impact on the Clarington community; advising the complexity of medical and surgical problems within the community serviced by Lakeridge Health Bowmanville requires on-site coverage by Internal Medicine and Surgical Specialists, to maintain a viable hospital and to ensure the efficient delivery of safe and effective care, it is essential that these services are enhanced, not eroded; expressing concern that the lack of on-site specialists in internal medicine will lead to the closure of the Special Care Unit, reduction in treatment options for Clarington and to the eventual closure of the hospital; that the uncertainty of the situation will further diminish the ability of Clarington to attract and/or retain quality physicians, nurses and professionals to attend to the current needs of the community; and, urging the public to speak out to all levels of government representation to ensure they are made aware of the current health care crisis facing Clarington and of the long-term effects that the erosion of local hospital services will have on the health and economic wellbeing of the Municipality: a) Leah Vivian b) Walter and Mae Haass c) Jessica Campbell d) Joanne Bibby e) Dawn Hancock f) Bernadine Malone g) D. L. Cullingworth, Secretary, Newcastle-Bond Head Ratepayers Association h) Joan Bedford i) Pat Drysdale j) Peter and Rose Ann Serjeant k) Gary and Elaine Gibson I) Shawn Hills m) Jennifer Bower and Eric Bower Summary of Correspondence - 8 - March 23, 2009 n) Gerry and Nancy Gough 0) Steve Lawrence (Motion to thank the authors of the letters pertaining to Lakeridge Health Bowmanville for their letters of support; and, to refer the correspondence to all MPP's in Durham Region, to Kevin Empey, CEO Lakeridge Health, to Foster Loucks, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Central East Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), and to the Honourable David Caplan, Minister of Health and Long Term Care) 0- 10 The Newtonville Hall Board requesting the closure of Mill Street and Churchlane on June 20, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. for the annual Newtonville Day at the Ina Brown Parkette. (Motion to approve provided the organizers apply for and obtain a Road Occupancy Permit from the Engineering Services Department) D - 11 Orono Business Improvement Area requesting to close Main Street from Centreview to Park Street on August 15, 2009, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the 2nd Annual Antique Art Festival and on September 26,2009, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for the annual Chili Cook-off. (Motion to approve provided organizers apply for and obtain a Road Occupancy Permit from the Engineering Services Department) Summary of Correspondence - 9 - March 23, 2009 D - 12 Christina Papadopoulos, Community Health Promotion and Public Relations Coordinator, Canadian Mental Health Association - Durham, advising of the call for nominations for their 2009 Mental Health Awards for Outstanding Staff Award, Outstanding Volunteer Service Award, Consumer Participation Award, Media Award, Special Recognition Award and Youth Initiative Award; and, forwarding copies of criteria, nomination guidelines and nomination forms which can also be found on their website at www.durham.cmha.ca. Nom!nations must be received by May 4, 2009. Recipients will be honoured at a special awards dinner in September 2009. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Municipal Clerk to place an ad in the local newspapers) D - 13 Linda Duffie, President, Lions Club of Bowmanville, requesting permission to hold the 14th Annual Duck Derby on June 20,2009, from 9:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The ducks have been previously dropped off the bridge at King Street and Roenigk Street at 12:00 noon and 1 :00 p.m. Permission from the Durham Regional Police Services and Emergency and Fire Services will be obtained through the application for road occupancy for special events and proof of insurance will be provided. (Approved provided the organizers apply for and obtain a Road Occupancy Permit from the Engineering Services Department) D - 14 Sheilagh Croxon, Chair, Coaches Association of Ontario, advising that April 18 to April 26, 2009, has been designated as "Ontario Coaches Week", an initiative launched by the Coaches Association of Ontario in 2006 and with the support of both the Provincial and Federal Governments; and, requesting Council to proclaim April 18 to 26,2009, as "Coaches Week" in Clarington. (Motion to Proclaim) D - 15 Pat Pingle strongly objecting to the municipality providing assistance to the Downtown Bowmanville BIA for watering flowers and hanging baskets, advising that municipal staff have many parks and buildings to attend to for which they do an exceptionally good job and that they should not take on this added responsibility; and, suggesting that business owners water their own flowers or hire others to do it for them. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Director of Operations) Summary of Correspondence 0-16 D - 17 - 10 - March 23, 2009 Joe Cressy, Polaris Institute, writing on behalf of Polaris Institute, the Council of Canadians, CUPE Ontario, OPSEU, KAIROS, Development and Peace, Sierra Youth Coalition, Development and Peace, Canadian Federation of Students, and the Public Water Initiative at U of T forwarding information on how municipalities can take actions to limit or end the use of bottled water and support public water by actively encouraging the consumption of tap water over bottled water. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Director of Operations) Shannon Watt, Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) advising Council that on March 7, 2009, the FCM National Board of Directors adopted the following resolution pertaining to bottled water: "WHEREAS bottled water consumes significant amounts of non- renewable fossil fuels to extract, package and transport water creating unnecessary air quality and climate change impacts; WHEREAS it takes about three litres of water to manufacture a one litre plastic bottle of water; WHEREAS bottled water companies use municipal water and groundwater sources when a growing percentage of Canadian municipalities have faced water shortages in recent years; WHEREAS although bottled water creates a container that can be recycled, between 40% and 80% of empty bottles end up as litter and/or are placed directly into the garbage and take up unnecessary space in landfills; WHEREAS tap water is safe, healthy, highly regulated and accessible to residents, employers, employees and visitors to Canadian municipalities and substantially more sustainable that bottled water; and WHEREAS some municipalities have enacted by-laws to restrict the sale and purchase of water bottles within their own operations; BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Federation of Canadian Municipalities urge all municipalities to phase out the sale and purchase of bottled water at their own facilities where appropriate and where potable water is available; and Summary of Correspondence - 11 - March 23, 2009 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT municipalities be urged to develop awareness campaigns about the positive benefits and quality of municipal water supplies." Attached to the correspondence is a news release, as well as the talking points and Questions and Answers detailing the resolution adopted by the Board. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Director of Operations) D - 18 M. Aileen Carroll, Minister Responsible for Seniors advising that the month of June has been designated as 'Seniors' Month' to celebrate the countless experiences, accomplishments and contributions of seniors; and, extending an invitation to Council to participate in the 2009 Senior of the Year Awards by nominating one outstanding local senior who, after age 65, has enriched the social, cultural or civic life of the community without thought of personal or financial gain. Nomination forms for The Senior of the Year Award are available on the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration's website at www.citizenship.qov.on.ca and are due by April 30, 2009. (Motion for Direction) D - 19 Nicholas Schulz, CTC Source Protection Committee, advising Council that on February 19, 2009, the CTC Source Protection Committee adopted the following resolution pertaining to Draft Accepted Tier 1 Water Budget Report Central Lake Ontario Source Protection Area: "WHEREAS there are no municipal water supplies in any of the Central Lake Ontario Source Protection Area sub watersheds and therefore a Tier 2 Water Budget analysis is not required under the Clean Water Act, 2006, and associated regulations and Technical Rules to refine the stress assessments; WHEREAS surface water and ground water Tier 1 Water Budget Analyses in the Central Lake Ontario Source Protection Area (Feb 2009) have identified moderate ground water stress in the Lynde and Darlington sub watersheds and significant summer surface water stress in the Lynde, Oshawa, Darlington and Soper sub watersheds and field observations show a trend towards measured lower annual flow volumes in the Lynde Creek and Oshawa Creek sub watersheds; Summary of Correspondence - 12 - March 23, 2009 AND WHEREAS the Tier 1 Water Budget Analyses doesn't assess the potential impacts of future growth and changes in land use and other than increased consumption from domestic non-serviced population; THERFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the CTC Source Protection Committee recommends that further analyses of the Tier 2 type Water Budget analyses should be undertaken by CLOCA as part of its watershed management mandate and that copies of this resolution be sent for response to the CLOCA, Region of Durham and lower tier municipalities, Ministers of the Environment or Natural Resources, and Municipal Affairs and Housing." (Motion for Direction) D - 20 Kim Coates, Clerk, Township of Scugog, writing to the Honourable John Gerretsen, Minister of the Environment, advising that on January 26,2009, the Township of Scugog adopted the following resolution pertaining to waste diversion initiative: "WHEREAS the Regional Municipality of Durham's 'waste diversion rate' is approximately 52% with a goal or target of 70% by the end of 2010; WHEREAS some packers of eggs and meat products prefer to use Styrofoam materials in this process, a material which is not currently recycled and in fact is shipped to a Michigan landfill site; WHEREAS the contract with Michigan ends 2010, therefore it is imperative that the Region maximize the amount of material going into the recycle or composting program; WHEREAS by converting from Styrofoam packaging materials to cardboard, will have the effect of moving 100% of these materials from the expensive landfill option to the recycle program; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Scugog Township calls on the packaging companies of meat and egg products, to review their practices of using Styrofoam products when packaging said products, so that we may enhance our recycle program to the maximum effectiveness; AND, also call on all municipalities within the region to support this initiative." (Motion for Direction) Summary of Correspondence - 13 - March 23, 2009 D - 21 Angie Hache, City Clerk, City of Greater Sudbury, advising Council that on February 11, 2009, the City of Greater Sudbury adopted the following resolution pertaining to the regulation and provision of resources to monitor retirement homes: "WHEREAS in 2001 the Mayor and Council's Roundtable on Seniors' Issues recognized the need to regulate rest and retirement homes; AND WHEREAS a working group of the Mayor and Council's Roundtable on Seniors' Issues was established in September 2001 and since that time the working group has gathered information and feedback from municipal officials and received input from privately owned retirement homes, advisory groups, residents and families; AND WHEREAS the 2006 Ontario budget stated "the Government will continue to improve efficiency and accountability by engaging in formal consultations in 2006/2007, through the Ontario's Seniors' Secretariat, with the goal of establishing a new regulatory framework for strengthening standards of care in Ontario's retirement homes"; AND WHEREAS the Assistant Deputy Minister, Mr. Geoff Quirt, met with the Mayor and Council's Roundtable on Seniors' Issues in 2006; AND WHEREAS the findings of the consultation which were distributed in April 2007 recommended the need to regulate retirement homes; AND WHEREAS to date it appears that the Provincial Government has made no progress in implementing legislation to address this need; AND WHEREAS there have been recent incidents that have resulted in residents of retirement homes being placed in life threatening situations such as a recent fire in Orillia that resulted in the unfortunate death and hospitalization of many residents; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the City of Greater Sudbury lobby all Ontario municipalities to have the Ontario provincial government take immediate action and pass the legislation that will regulate and provide resources to monitor all retirement homes and provide a safe home environment to those seniors who are most vulnerable; Summary of Correspondence - 14 - March 23, 2009 D - 22 D - 23 D - 24 AND THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Honourable Rick Bartolucci, M.P.P., Minister of Safety and Correctional Services." (Motion for Direction) Brydon Eady writing to Mayor Abernethy and Councillor Novak advising he is a graduate student in Dublin, Ireland, who is originally from Kirby/Kendal Hills and has been offered two internships from May to December 2009, one with the International Organization for Migration at the Office of the Permanent Observer to the United Nations in New York, and the other with the United States of America Department of Commerce with the Consulate in Toronto; advising he will still be a full-time student during the duration of the internship and that he is looking for funding for these unpaid internships; and, any suggestions or advice on where or who to pursue for funding. (Motion for Direction) Suzanne Gibb, Teacher, John M. James Public School, forwarding correspondence from seven students requesting that the zoo be closed and correspondence from 14 students requesting that Council provide the zoo with financial assistance to help the zoo operate. (Motion for Direction) Cathy Saunders, AMCT, MCIP, RPP, Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk, Municipality of Middlesex Centre, advising Council that on February 4, 2009, the Municipality of Middlesex Centre adopted the following resolution pertaining to Department of Fisheries and Oceans requirements pertaining to drainage works and bridge reconstruction: "WHEREAS the Department of Fisheries and Oceans review and approval of such matters as drain maintenance and construction and bridge reconstruction projects has proven to be a lengthy process resulting in unreasonable delays in the completion of Municipal Projects; AND WHEREAS the cost of implementing the conditions for approving drain maintenance and construction or bridge reconstruction is an added cost passed on to those assessed for the drainage works and to Municipalities, respectively; AND WHEREAS errors and inconsistencies in the drainage mapping, used for drain and waterway classifications, which includes man made open ditches, by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans could result in delays and increased additional costs; Summary of Correspondence D - 25 - 15- March 23, 2009 AND WHEREAS given the relatively short and inflexible construction/maintenance season and the reluctance of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans to reduce in turnaround time of approvals places an undue burden on the municipality; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of Middlesex Centre petitions the Department of Fisheries and Oceans to review and shorten the time frame required for approval of drainage maintenance and construction and bridge reconstruction requests to allow for a more flexible and reasonable construction/maintenance season, especially where weather conditions warrant an extended season; and FURTHER THAT the Municipality of Middlesex Centre petitions the Department of Fisheries and Oceans to delegate their authority for such matters to the local Conservation Authorities given their existing in-depth knowledge of these issues and mandate to protect the environment; and, FURTHER THAT IT BE RESOLVED THAT this motion be forwarded to Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Association of Municipalities of Ontario, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Minister of Natural Resources, local Conservation authorities, local MPs and MPPs, Western Ontario Wardens Caucus." (Motion for Direction) Jim Richards expressing concern that no public consultation sessions have taken place from the Region of Durham on the proposed Energy-From-Waste facility since 2007 despite a number of major milestones in the process and release of key reports and studies; expressing concern that Regional consultants were hired to promote an EFW facility through an EA process and not to investigate whether the proposal is safe or economical; and requesting in the strongest possible terms that Clarington Council adopt a resolution to direct the CAO to set up a Public Information Session in Clarington, in a central location, to be advertised well in advance and to request that the consultants engage all of their team at such a session and to hire consultants to review all of the new studies produced by the Region or to adopt a resolution to request intervener funding so that the public can scrutinize these reports. (Motion for Direction) Summary of Correspondence - 16 - March 23, 2009 D - 26 D - 27 Jim Maudsley, Mayor, Municipality of Thames Centre, expressing concern with the collapse of the recycled materials commodities market and global economic problems that have had a direct impact on the value of recycled materials and the viability of the Blue Box program; and, requesting the Province to provide immediate support to municipalities and private sector partners to secure the viability of municipal waste diversion programs. (Motion for Direction) Colin Rowe, Past-President, Clarington Concert Band, providing a history of the Clarington Concert Band and requesting that the Band be designated as the "Official Town Band for the Municipality of Clarington"; and, providing examples of other Municipalities that have their own "Town Band" including Guelph, Cobourg, Oshawa, Perth, Whitby and Brampton who provide services and enhance the image of their municipalities. (Motion for Direction) D - 28 Dr. Debra Jefferson expressing concerns with the health and environmental risks that the proposed Energy-From-Waste facility would bring to Clarington; requesting a Peer Review that would address Environmental monitory of such facility; and, advising that she feels the current direction of the Region in its EA process is not protective of public health or the environment but rather that the process is being directed by an industry that has a huge financial stake in getting the facility built. (Motion for Direction) D - 29 Steven Wegner expressing concern with the amount of trash laying on the ground at the skateboard park in Courtice; and, suggesting that if users continue to abuse the park it should be closed. (Motion for Direction) Summary of Correspondence - 17 - March 23, 2009 D - 30 Linda Gasser advising of the recent release of several important reports by the Energy-From-Waste EA Project Team and other reports expected to be released later this week; requesting that Council commission independent peer reviews by qualified consultants of EFW documents including the Draft Environmental Baseline Study (released), the Natural Environment Impact Assessment-Clarington Site 01 (released), Final Report Review of International Best Practices of Environmental Surveillance for EFW's (released), Dr. Kyle's Report and/or related peer review (Not yet released), Site Specific HHERA (Not yet released) and any other studies identified as requiring review by staff and others; requesting that Council advocate strongly for Clarington interests by insisting to all parties that Clarington, as the potential host community, be permitted sufficient time and requisite funds for the municipality to do its due diligence regardless of the Region's advanced timeline to submit the EA prior to the summer Council recess; and urging Council in the strongest terms possible to direct staff forthwith to determine the scope of work required to protect human health and the environment, to identify qualified and independent reviewers to get estimates and to begin the reviews and the process to obtain the necessary funds from the Region. (Motion for Direction) D - 31 Jim Richards voicing his opinion that Council needs to do more than merely write letters to save Lakeridge Health Bowmanville's Emergency Department; suggesting that Mayor Abernethy use the power of his office to influence the LHIN and the Province of Ontario and taking the lead and rallying the citizens of Clarington to save the hospital by staging an information session in support of the Hospital and inviting senior levels of government to attend so that a meaningful message can be sent to Queen's Park that the citizens of Clarington will not accept these cuts in service at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville. (Motion for Direction) Summary of Correspondence D - 32 - 18 - March 23, 2009 Kerry Meydam, expressing concern that the Joint Waste Management Group (JWMG) voted against ambient air monitoring and human bio- monitoring with respect to the proposed Energy-From-Waste facility despite promises by Regional Council for the most up-to-date, state of the art, best practices regarding human health and safety concerns; questioning why the project continues to be pushed through in spite of evidence brought forward by doctors, engineers, chemists and residents and why this information is so quickly dismissed; why it is up to the residents to do the research to prove that the incinerator is not yet safe, why there have been no Public Information Sessions held for major milestones that have occurred since 2007; and, requesting that all Councillors re-examine the data and consider delaying this project until independent peer reviews can be done for the benefit of all and that if it takes more time to get all the required answers residents expect their elected representatives to delay this project until all questions are answered. To view documented studies, alternative solutions, health and other concerns of residents, Ms. Meydam refers to http://www.durhamenvironmentwatch.orq/incinerationarticles.htm . (Motion for Direction) Present Regrets: Absent: Staff: I - 1 CLARINGTON MUSEUMS AND ARCHIVES BOARD MEETING MINUTES February 11, 2009 Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre 62 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, Ontario K. Isnor S. Laing B. Colville J. Rook P. Ford J. Witheridge Councillor Robinson Mayor Abernethy W. Tanner J. Murray M. Carlton M. Rutherford Conrad, Executive Director M. Home, Recording Secretary 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by K. Isnor at 7:05 p.m. 2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Moved by: Councillor Robinson Seconded by: J. Witheridge THAT the agenda be approved with the amendment deleting item number three, Nomination and Election of Officers and moving the other items forward, i.e. number 4 becoming number 3, etc. MOTION CARRIED 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by: J. Witheridge Seconded by: P. Ford THAT the minutes of January 14, 2009 Board meeting be approved. MOTION CARRIED 4. BUSINESS ARISING The Executive Director provided the board members with quotes from Mills Landscaping regarding the work proposed for the grounds of the museum, of which a detail mapping of the work was provided at the last board meeting. Pruning of the large trees along the perimeter of the museum grounds amounts to $3,850. of the total project cost. As these trees are on town property it was suggested that the municipality be approached regarding paying 50% or all of the $3,850. This would bring the costs down from the total project cost of$11,028.40 and would enable the museum to be within the budget of $9,000. The Executive Director has a meeting next week on this project, and Councillor Robinson asked that he attend, the chair of the Property Committee also will attend. Moved by: Councillor Robinson Seconded by: J. Witheridge THA T the budget for the landscaping be approved in the amount of $11,028.40. MOTON CARRIED 5. COMMITTEE REPORTS Finance Committee: Moved by: J. Witheridge Seconded by: S. Laing THA T the Finance Committee report be approved. MOTION CARRIED 6. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT It was noted that the visitor numbers were impressive so far this year, and that the dinosaur exhibit was mainly responsible. The Robbie Burns dinner was a success and raised money for the Preserve the Kirby Church fund. This event is expected to be repeated on an annual basis. Moved by: 1. Witheridge Seconded by: Councillor Robinson THAT the Executive Director's report be received. MOTION CARRIED 7. NEW BUSINESS The Executive Director was approached by Veridian regarding lights in Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre being replaced with new bulbs which would use less energy. The present bulbs are being replaced quite often and Veridian has a program under which they will subsidized changing to environmentally friendly lights by up to $1,000.00. Moved by: Councillor Robinson Seconded by: J. Witheridge THAT the Veridian project move ahead and the museum pays outstanding amounts through the Museum Development project Environmental Upgrades. MOTION CARRIED 8. DATE AND PLACE OF THE NEXT BOARD MEETING The next meeting of the Board of Directors of the C1arington Museums and Archives will be held on MARCH 11, at the Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre, begilU1ing at 7:00 p.m. 9. ADJOURNMENT Moved by J. Witheridge THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:05 p.m. CLARINGTON HERITAGE COMMITTEE 1-2 Minutes of Meeting No.2 February 17, 2009 MEMBERS PRESENT: Karina Isert Jennifer Knox Karin Murphy David Reesor Victor Suppan James Rook Councillor Novak REGRETS: Leslie Wilson Duane Cook Paul Allore Andrew Kozak PLANNING STAFF: Isabel Little Sharon ELECTION OF OFFICERS: Isabel Little conducted the election ofgffi~~rs by openil1g)the floor for nominations for the position of Committee Chair. David Ree$prnprmipSlted Victo~~LJPpan. MOTION 09.04 Moved by David Reesor, S THAT Victor Suppan be th d~d by/Karin Murphy mittee Chair "CARRIED" Nominations were open$qfor the.pc>~itiol"l of Comn:imee Vice-Chair. Jennifer Knox nominated James Rook. MOTION 09.05 Moved py Jennifer Knox, seconded by Karin Murphy THAT James Rook be the Committee Vice-Chair "CARRIED" Nominations wereopenedfor the position of Committee Treasurer. Victor Suppan nominated Karina Isert. MOTION 09.06 Moved by Victor Suppan. seconded by Mary Novak THAT Karina Isert be the Committee Treasurer "CARRI ED" ADOPTION OF MINUTES: MOTION 09.07 Moved by Mary Novak, seconded by James Rook THAT the January 20,2009 minutes be accepted with changes as noted. MOTION 09.01 Should read "Moved by Andrew Kozak" "CARRIED" BUSINESS ARISING: neral Purpose and SD-016-09, which ipal registry. Traininq School Update Vic Suppan spoke as a delegation at the February , Administration Committee meeting in support of PI 'ng Staff recommended having the property at 2020 Lamq d added to the Council at their February 9, 2009 meeting pas the followiri9resolution: FORMER BOYS TRAINING SCHOOL AND PRISONER OF WAR CAMP 2020 LAMBS ROAD, BOWMANVILLE Resolution #GPA-112-09 Moved by Councillor Foster, seconded by Councillor Robinson THAT Report PSD-016-09 be received; THAT the property identified as 2020 Lambs Road, Bowmanville, be added to the Municipal Register of properties of cultural heritage value or interest; THAT staff report back to Council when a demolition application is received and/or alternative options for heritage protection have been explored; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD-016-09, and any delegation be advised of Council's direction. The C consider designated It was suggestedthGlt the history of Camp~~, CORRESPONDENCE: CARRIED re encqi;Jraged to read up on the history of the property and to ould recommend for designation. If the property were Id be under Part IV of the Act as it is an individual property. es Taws be invited to the April meeting to provide a review of aff will follow up with the Museum Administrator. No correspondence. FINANCIAL REPORT: December 25th Opening Balance December 31 st Interest January 23rd Closing Balance $5889.45 $.25 $5889.70 2 MOTION 09.08 Moved by Karina Isert, seconded by Karin Murphy THAT the financial report be accepted. "CARRIED" SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS: 407 Committee Review of routes, on and off ramps and new access for the gun club in Orono discussed. Sidewalks and the possibility of bike paths were discussed. Conceptual artwork for the bridges were shown, one being rocks that were reminiscen fstone houses. Landscape material to be used will be native species and it was sugg.~ t the landscaped area be maintained by the local horticultural society. Next meeting..is sche for March 3rd. Orono CIP No report - next meeting scheduled for April 1 st, Newcastle CIP Four applications have been submitted for 2009 and .allOf the funds in the budget have been allocated. The applications are for 119 Kin venue West for a Building Code Upgrade grant, 123 King Avenue W~$. a Fac;adell1'lprovement Grant, 54 King Avenue East for a Facade Improvement and a age grant, and~pand 85 King Avenue West for a Facade Improvement grant. The nextroeetingv.[ e April2$rd PROJECT REPORTS: Brochure: On hold untUMarch Website: Tabled. Inventory:. Pictyres have b13~.n.i properties along the Highway 407 route. It was agr~ed thatth~ Committee could assist in the purchase of a replacement camera should the personal camera bejmg used be damaged in some way. NEW BUSINESS: Heritage Perm.it Application for 21 Beech Avenue: The application isfq.f aboard and batten addition which will be completely flush with the wall and hidden by <Cedar hedges from the road. There is an existing board and batten addition on the south side of the house that projects out from the building and is visible from the street. The board and batten will match the board and batten on the existing addition. The Heritage District Advisory Committee reviewed the application on February 1 ih and approved the application as applied for. Committee approval was not considered to be required as the addition is not clearly visible from the street as it will be flush with the house and hidden by large cedars. It was requested that staff ask the owner if the cedar hedges will be cut or removed, 3 HIGHWAY 407 INVENTORY UPDATE: The list of affected buildings by either disruption or displacement along the Highway 407 route was reviewed by the Committee to determine if any of the buildings should be included on our list of heritage resources. Not to be included. Not to be included. up photograph of the barn will be taken On Primary list. Add Add to Seconda ist, barn. Not to be include . Not to be included. Add to S ondary list. Add to rit list. Not to ncluded Not to b ud Add to Men d to Merit d to Merit lis. Secondary list. d to Secondary list, include barn. ry list. include . Ad Primary list. Designated. Not to be included. Add to Merit list. Add to Secondary list. 5566 Liberty Street North 7334 Brown Road 1719 Darlington Park Road 1400 Solina Road 1831 Highway 2 2021 Taunton Road 2064 Taunton 2090 Taunton 2265 Concession Road 6 2413 Concession Road 6 2799 Hancock Road 3242 Solina Road 4318 Rundle Road 4573 Rundle Road 4825 Rundle Road/2070 Taunton Rd. 5495 Enfield Road 5970 Holt Road 6325 Enfield Road 7086 Old Kirby Sc 7233 Brown Road 7420 Hwy. 35/115 7421 Be s that November listed these properties as being affected by "disruption" ment". The details of the level of disruption or displac t were not provided. The sub-committee will be meeting with Richard Untermanni.~.week to revie'{lt' the impacts on each property. ANNOUNCEMENT Jennifer Knox annouf"lbed that she is resigning from the Committee after 8 years. She expressed her passj~i1 for the Committee's mandate however an appointment to the Clarington Board of Trade does not allow her the time to continue to sit on the CHC. Meeting Adjourned Next Meeting March 17, 2009 Meeting Room 1 C, 7:00 pm 4 ~ I<AVVAf~THA C()NSERV;\TION Minutes of Meeting # 2/09 1- 3 Meeting #2/09 was held on Wednesday, January 21 st ,2009 at the Kawartha Conservation office. Chair McMillen called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. Present: Jim McMillen, Chair Donna Villemaire, Vice-chair Larry O'Connor Ron Hooper David Marsh Lloyd Robertson Peter Franzen Lynn Philip Hodgson Regrets: Alex Ruth Staff: Wanda Stephen, Acting CAO Mark Majchrowski, Director, Watershed Management Dave Pridham, Manager, Environmental and Technical Services Kristie Virgoe, Manager, Environmental Protection and Restoration Rob Stavinga, Watershed Resources Technician I Adoption of Agenda Resolution #13/09 Moved by: Seconded by: Resolved, That, the agenda for Meeting #2/09 be adopted as received. CARRIED Lynn Philip Hodgson Larry O'Connor Declaration of Pecuniary Interest None declared. I Adoption of Minutes Resolution #14/09 Moved by: Seconded by: Resolved, That, the minutes for Meeting #1/09 be adopted as received. CARRIED Lloyd Robertson Ron Hooper KAWARTHA CONSERVA nON MEETING #2/09 JANUARY 21",2009 PAGE 2 OF 5 Delegation The delegate did not appear. Potential Land Donation Discussion on the acceptance of a wetland donation took place including liability and future costs. It was noted by Director Marsh that the land cannot be developed since it is a wetland and that there was not an advantage to us to accept title but a mechanism by which the organization assumes a liability. Director O'Connor moved to table the motion until such time as financial options and sponsors could be researched. The motion to table was lost in a tie vote. The Chair called the vote on the original motion. Resolution #15/09 Moved by: David Marsh Seconded by: Peter Franzen Resolved, That, KRCA does not accept the donation land at Gilson's Point, Lake Scugog at this time, but that staff assist the landowner with other potential organizations for donation opportunities. Resolution #16/09 Moved by: Larry O'Connor Seconded by: Lynn Philip Hodgson Resolved, That, the motion be tabled to determine the potential for financial sponsors. DEFEATED The original motion was put and CARRIED Resolution #17/09 Moved by: Seconded by: Resolved, That, the staff bring back a draft policy on land acquisition for review. Donna Villemaire Lloyd Robertson CARRIED I Staff Presentation Rob Stavinga, Watershed Resources Technician provided a PowerPoint presentation on the 2008 Watershed Report Card to be released. Mr. Stavinga gave an overview that outlined the criteria for the grades and the value of the information to the public and our municipal partners. Staff provided information to address questions that were raised by the board members about costs, rating on lakes, and volunteer opportunities. Resolution #18/09 Moved by: Seconded by: Resolved, That, the staff report on the Watershed Report Card, 2008 be received. Donna Villemaire Ron Hooper CARRIED 2 KAWARTHA CONSERVATION MEETING #2/09 JANUARY 21",2009 PAGE 3 OF 5 I Permit Applications Resolution #19/09 Moved by: David Marsh Seconded by: Ron Hooper Resolved, That, the attached list of Section 28 Permits issued between November 20,2008 and January 20, 2009 by the KRCA be ratified by the Board of Directors. CARRIED I Tender, Port Perry Stabilization Project Resolution #20/09 Moved by: Seconded by: Resolved, That, Paul Winn Excavating be granted the contract for Tender 01-2009. Lynn Philip Hodgson Larry O'Connor CARRIED I Recruitment of CAO Resolution #21/09 Moved by: Seconded by: Larry O'Connor Donna Villemaire Resolved, That, the report from J.R. Powell be received, and, That, the Chair be authorized to initiate the recruitment process. CARRIED Resolution #22/09 Moved by: Donna Villemaire Seconded by: Lynn Philip Hodgson Resolved, That, the recommendations in the report be followed and the final top five candidates be interviewed by the Board of Directors. CARRIED I 2009 Budget Director Marsh brought forward several concerns with regard to the East Cross Forest Management Implementation, Region of Durham Special Benefiting Project and the lack of a management plan to determine associated future costs for the property. Kristie Virgoe informed the board members thatthe management plan was in the review process and was to be released in the first quarter, and that there are costs associated with the completion of the management plan as well as security on the property. It was noted that the East Cross Forest Management Plan Implementation budget for 2009 had been presented to the council of the Township of Scugog and that the municipality and Region of Durham supported funding the expenditures and land acquisitions for 2009. Director Robertson indicated that he wanted to have a commitment from the Region of Durham for continued funding beyond 2009. Director O'Connor noted that grants are currently available for land acquisition but may not be available in the very near future. 3 KAWARTHA CONSERVATION MEETING #2/09 JANUARY 21ST, 2009 PAGE 4 OF 5 2009 Budget continued Resolution #23/09 Moved by: Peter Franzen Seconded by: Lynn Philip Hodgson Resolved, That, staff proceed to draft a municipal circulation document for the 2009 draft budget using a 3% levy Increase. Moved by: David Marsh Seconded by: Lloyd Robertson Resolved, That, no expenditures be incurred for the East Cross Forest Management Plan Implementation other than those that are necessary to the development of the management plan until such time as the management plan is brought forward. The motion was withdrawn Moved by: David Marsh Seconded by: Lloyd Robertson That, the motion be amended to read And, That no further land acquisitions proceed for East Cross Forest until the East Cross Forest Management Plan is brought forward. The amendment was DEFEATED The original motion was put and CARRIED Director Robertson indicated to staff that they should not expend any monies on the East Cross Forest project that are not absolutely necessary until the management plan is brought forward. Resolution #24/09 Moved by: Lynn Philip Hodgson Seconded by: Larry O'Connor Resolved, That, salary adjustments totaling $29,400 be implemented effective January 1, 2009. That, the motion be tabled and be dealt with in the closed session. Moved by: Seconded by: Peter Franzen Lynn Philip Hodgson CARRIED After the closed session the original motion was put and CARRI ED I New Business The Chair advised the Board that he was arranging for Mr. Tony DiGiovanni of Landscape Ontario to speak to staff and it was suggested that it would also be beneficial if it could be arranged for a board meeting. The Chair informed the Board that a meeting with Mr. John Tory and MPP Laurie Scott was arranged for Friday, January 30th and that if there were any comments that the board members wished to have addressed to forward them to the Chair. Director Franzen announced that the Township of Galway, Cavendish & Harvey is hosting a Family Heritage Day on February 21 st, 2009 at Buckhorn Community Centre including various demonstrations and events. 4 KAWARTHA CONSERVATION MEETING # 2/09 JANUARY 21 SI, 2009 PAGE 5 OF 5 Closed Session Resolution #25/09 Moved by: Seconded by: Resolved, That, the Board enter into closed session. CARRIED Resolution #26/09 Moved by: Seconded by: Resolved, That, the Board rises from closed session. CARRIED Donna Villemaire Ron Hooper David Marsh Lynn Philip Hodgson Resolution #27/09 Moved by: Donna Villemaire Seconded by: Lynn Philip Hodgson Resolved, That, the Acting CAO move forward with the direction provided by the Board in closed. CARRIED Correspondence None received. I Adjournment There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Resolution #28/09 Moved by: Seconded by: Resolved, That, the Board of Directors meeting be adjourned. CARRIED Jim McMillen Chair Wanda Stephen Acting CAO Donna Villemaire Larry O'Connor 5 Draft minutes - Not vet approved bv Committee NOTES OF MEETING OF SAMUEL WILMOT NATURE AREA MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE HELD ON TUESDAY February 10, 2009 AT 7:00 P.M. Present: (V oting) David Best Jim Cleland Joe McKenna Karin Murphy Arthur Burrows Shirley Minifie Kerry Meydam Brian Reid Dan Stanoi Also Present: Peter Windolf (Non-Voting) Greg Wells (GRCA) Dianne Graham Regrets: John Stoner Councillor Willie Woo Absent: Warren May (MNR) 1. Agenda Additions There were no additions to the agenda. Acceptance of Agenda MOVED by David Best, seconded by Jim Cleland THAT the agenda for February 10,2009 be accepted. CARRIED 2. Minutes of October 14,2008 Corrections No. #6 Updates Title "Trials" should read "Trails" 1-4 Approval of Minutes MOVED by Brian Reid, seconded by David Best THAT the minutes of October 14,2008 be approved. CARRIED 3. Issues arising from the Minutes There were no issues arising from the minutes. 4. Sub-Committee Reports Communications Joe McKenna will begin drafting a spring 2009 newsletter. Articles may include: . Information about the fall 2008 planting project on Toronto Street . Possible Special Events in 2009 . Article with photos of the boat launch created for the Durham Wetland Monitoring project Maintenance In October and November the committee removed a mountain bike obstacle course that had been constructed in the woods at the north end of the marsh. The course was removed because of safety concerns and the impact it would have on the forest ecosystem. The course consisted of earth mounds, depressions and wood ramps. 5. Updates DEAC Nominations Nominations for the Durham Environmental Achievement awards are due March 2. The SWNA committee will be nominated for the Irene Kock Education/Communication award. A nomination package has been prepared highlighting the committee's efforts to create opportunities for the public to learn about and experience the natural environment. The nomination package includes samples of the SWNA PowerPoint presentation, interpretive signs, special events and newsletters. The Lions Club of Newcastle has submitted a letter in support of the nomination. The awards will be presented at a ceremony in May 2009. 2009 CFWIP Application The CFWIP application has been submitted. The project included in this year's application is the Lake Meadow Restoration- Phase 3. The planting project is intended to improve habitat for birds and butterflies through the planting of native shrubs and perennials. Committee members have noticed a decline in songbirds at the SWNA so fruit bearing shrubs will be planted to create more abundant sources of food. MNR Rangers 2009 work program This SWNAC may have the opportunity to use the MNR Rangers for 2 days during the summer. Potential Projects include; · Creating a woodchip trail though the woods at the north end of the marsh . Helping plant the shrubs and perennials we hope to by if our 2009 CFWIP grant is approved. PowerPoint Presentations The PowerPoint Presentations for Durham Field Naturalists and the Wilmot Community Auxiliary Committee are being rescheduled for the spring due to John Stoners absence. Both Karin and Shirley expressed an interest in delivering the presentation so the presentation notes will be distributed at the March meeting. The committee also discussed PowerPoint Presentations for local schools to educate students about the SWNA and encourage field trips to the site. However the lack of a port-a-potty was seen as a detriment to having school groups visit the site. Portable Washroom The committee again discussed the need for a port-a-potty at the SWNA. This has been a topic of discussion for many years by the committee. The area is heavily used by members of the community for hiking, dog walking, bird watching, specials events, and community planting projects. It is the municipality's largest park with the Waterfront Trail passing through the site. In January 2009 a request was made to include a port-a- potty for the SWNA in the 2009 municipal contract administered by the Operations Department. The request was denied citing criteria to only install them at parks with 2 permitted sports fields or designated picnic areas. The committee suggested that the amount of use should be the determining factor regardless of whether it is a sports park or a nature park. After some discussion the following motion was considered; Motion: "The SWNA Committee requests that the Operations Department install a port- a-potty in 2009 at the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area to be located in the Cobbledick Road parking lot". MOVED by Joe McKenna, seconded by Shirley Minifie THAT the motion on February 10, 2009 be accepted. CARRIED 6. Other Business/Next Meeting 2009 Special Events The committee discussed special events for 2009 which could include. . Bird watching and spring count-Brian will contact the Durham Field Naturalists to see if they are able and willing to assist . Butterflies, bugs & birds-same format as previous events . Reptile Display-Peter to check on costs . Owl Prowl-Greg Wells will check with GRCA staff to see if this is something they can do. Adjournment: 8:30 P.M. Next Meeting: Tuesday March 10, 2009 7:00 p.m. Meeting Room lA Notes prepared by D. Graham Draft minutes - Not yet approved by Committee NOTES OF MEETING OF SAMUEL WILMOT NATURE AREA MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE HELD ON TUESDAY MARCH 10,2009 AT 7:00 P.M. Present: (V oting) David Best Jim Cleland Joe McKenna Karin Murphy Arthur Burrows Dan Stanoi Shirley Minifie Kerry Meydam Councillor Willie Woo Also Present: Peter Windolf (Non- Voting) Dianne Graham Regrets: John Stoner Brian Reid Absent: Warren May (MNR) Greg Wells (GRCA) 1. Agenda Additions Other Business: Viewing Platform Pine Bark Beetles Acceptance of Agenda MOVED by Joe McKenna, seconded by Jim Cleland THAT the agenda for February 10, 2009 be accepted. CARRIED 2. Minutes of February 10,2009 Corrections There were no corrections arising from the minutes. Approval of Minutes MOVED by Kerry Meydam, seconded by David Best THAT the minutes of February, 2009 be approved. CARRIED 3. Issues arising from the Minutes There were no issues arising from the minutes. 4. Sub-Committee Reports Maintenance The pickets on the south viewing platform have been repaired except for one. The committee discussed how best to secure the pickets so that they can't be kicked out by vandals. Different options were discussed including the installation of a steel or wood mid-rail to give the pickets greater stability. It was agreed that if vandalism of the pickets becomes a recurring problem then a mid-rail should be installed. Newsletter Joe McKenna has begun drafting a spring 2009 newsletter. Greg Wells from GRCA has sent information regarding "Wetland Monitoring" to be printed in the spring 2009 newsletter. Additional Information may include: . PowerPoint Presentation for the Wilmot Auxiliary Committee on Tuesday May lih 2009 , · Fall Planting Project Information . Special Events in 2009 5. Updates CFWIP 2008 A final report on the 2008 CFWIP project was submitted to the MNR in December. A cheque to reimburse us for the work has been received and was deposited into the Wilmot account. PowerPoint Presentations The PowerPoint presentation for the Wilmot Community Auxiliary Committee is scheduled for Tuesday May lih, 2009; Introduction begins at I 1:00am. Karin and Shirley will do the presentation. Laptop and projector have been booked for this event. Notes for the presentation where handed out to Karin and Shirley. They are an abbreviated version of the previous notes. Presenters are encouraged to add their own commentary as they see fit. Shirley will confirm the access code into the community. Special Events The committee agreed that the Indian River Reptile Zoo should be confirmed for an on- site presentation on either Saturday June 6 or 13. The exhibit would feature live native and exotic reptiles and snakes. This was one of the most popular special events of prevIOUS years. A September special event themed around songbird migration will be investigated furth er. Portable Washroom The committee again discussed the need for a port-a-potty at the SWNA. Councillor Woo will speak to the Director of Operations to determine if a portable washroom can be placed in the Cobbledick Parking lot this season. The committee agreed school bus trips to the site would not be promoted until a portable washroom was available. 6. Other Business/Next Meeting New Business Parking lots on Toronto Street and Cobbledick Road need to be graded to eliminate numerous potholes. Many fishermen have been using the SWNA lately. Garbage containers in the parking lots are frequently full. Operations will be notified. Songbird Migration presentation Brian sent an email with a link to a Toronto Star article about a new research study on songbird migration. The author of the study will be the guest speaker at the Monday March 30 meeting of the Durham Field Naturalists. The meeting is open to any SWNA members who would like to attend. The meeting begins at 7:30PM at the Northview Branch of the Oshawa Public Library, North/West comer of Beatrice E. and Ritson Rd N. Karin, Shirley and David expressed an interest in attending this event. Brian will liaise with the Durham Field Naturalists to see if they can assist with a future bird themed special event at the SWNA. Pine Bark Beetle There was a brief discussion about the Pine Bark beetle. Jim asked if it was a problem in this area. Peter responded that we probably have a type of pine bark needle in Ontario but it wouldn't be the same species that is devastating the pine forests in western Canada. Peter will provide more information at the next meeting. Adjournment: 8:30 P.M. Next Meeting: Tuesday April 14, 2009 7:00 p.m. Meeting Room 1A Notes prepared by D. Graham Cl. · 'rIr ~ .. - I~mm~ ' Energizing Olll,ario ~ REPORT #1 REPORT TO COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 23, 2009 SUBJECT: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2009 RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. RECEIVE FOR INFORMATION (a) FND-005-09 Financial Update as at December 31, 2008 2. GENERAL AMENDMENT TO ZONING BY-LAW 84-63 REGARDING CLARIFICATION TO WASTE DISPOSAL USE PERMISSIONS THAT Report PSD-026-09 be received; THAT the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as contained in Attachment 1 to Report PSD-026-09 continue to be processed; and THAT the Region of Durham Planning Department and all interested parties listed in Report PSD-026-09 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. 3. MONITORING OF THE DECISIONS OF THE COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT FOR THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 26, 2009 THAT Report PSD-027-09 be received; and THAT Council concurs with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made on February 26,2009, for applications A2009-0001 and A2009-0002, and that Staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1 C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 Report #1 2 March 23, 2009 4. PROVINCIAL GROWTH PLAN CONFORMITY EXTENSION REQUEST THAT Report PSD-028-09 be received; THAT due to the anticipated timing for completion of the Region's Growth Plan Conformity exercise and the subsequent approval process, the Council of the Municipality of Clarington requests the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to grant an extension to the June 16, 2009 deadline for the Municipality to amend the Clarington Official Plan to conform with the Growth Plan to an appropriate date following the approval, or resolution of any appeals, of an amendment to the Durham Regional Official Plan that implements the provisions of the Growth Plan; THAT a copy of the Council resolution and the Municipality's Introductory Discussion Paper on the Official Plan Review be forwarded to the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing; and THAT a copy of the Council resolution be forwarded to the Region of Durham and the Durham Region area municipalities for information. 5. POTENTIAL SITES FOR COMMUTER PARKING LOTS THAT Report PSD-029-09 be received; and THAT GO Transit, Ministry of Transportation and the Region of Durham be requested to investigate the possibility of a commuter parking lot in Newcastle Village or at the interchange of Highway 115/35 with Durham Highway 2. 6. TOOLEY AND ROBINSON CREEKS WATERSHED STUDY THAT Report PSD-030-09 be received; THAT the requirements of Purchasing By-law #2006-127 be waived for this transaction; THAT staff be authorized to commence negotiations with AECOM, for the consulting services required to complete the Watershed Study for Tooley and Robinson Creeks as required by the Planning Services Department; and THAT pending successful negotiations, staff be authorized to issue a purchase order for the Tooley and Robinson Creeks Watershed Plan to AECOM. 7. 2009 COMMUNITY GRANTS THAT Report CSD-004-09 be received; THAT Council consider all submitted grant requests; and THAT all applicants be advised of Council's decision. Report #1 3 March 23, 2009 8. BOWMANVILLE ECOLOGY GARDEN THAT the Bowmanville Ecology Garden be approved for a grant in the amount of $500.00. 9. BOWMANVILLE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY THAT the Bowmanville Horticultural Society be approved for a grant in the amount of $500.00. 10. COURTICE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY THAT the Courtice Horticultural Society be approved for a grant in the amount of $500.00. 11. NEWCASTLE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY THAT the Newcastle Horticultural Society be approved for a grant in the amount of $900.00. 12. ORONO HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY THAT the Orono Horticultural Society be approved for a grant in the amount of $600.00. 13. BOWMANVILLE SANTA CLAUS PARADE THAT the Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade be approved for a grant in the amount of $2,000.00. 14. NEWCASTLE SANTA CLAUS PARADE THAT the Newcastle Santa Claus Parade be approved for a grant in the amount of $2,000.00. 15. CHRISTMAS IN CLARINGTON COUNTRY THAT the Christmas in Clarington Country request for a grant in the amount of $5,000.00 be denied. 16. CLARINGTON FARMERS' MARKET THAT the Clarington Farmers' Market request for a grant in the amount of $2,000.00 be denied. 17. CLARINGTON MARKETING MINDS THAT the Clarington Marketing Minds request for a grant in the amount of $5,000.00 be denied. Report #1 4 March 23, 2009 18. NEWTONVILLE'S MUSIC NIGHT IN THE PARK THAT the Newtonville's Music Night in the Park be approved for a grant in the amount of $750.00. 19. NEWCASTLE ART SHOW THAT the Newcastle Art Show be approved for a grant in the amount of $1,000.00. 20. NEWCASTLE VILLAGE & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY THAT the Newcastle Village & District Historical Society be approved for a grant in the amount of $1 ,500.00. 21. DURHAM CENTRAL AGRICULTURAL FAIR THAT the Durham Central Agricultural Fair be approved for a grant in the amount of $1,000.00. 22. ORONO TOWN HALL THAT the Orono Town Hall be approved for a grant in the amount of $3,250.00. 23. KENDAL COMMUNITY CENTRE THAT the Kendal Community Centre be approved for a grant in the amount of $2,500.00. 24. HAMPTON HALL THAT the Hampton Hall be approved for a grant in the amount of $2,500.00. 25. SOLlNA COMMUNITY CENTRE THAT the Solina Community Centre be approved for a grant in the amount of $2,500.00. 26. NEWTONVILLE HALL THAT the Newtonville Hall be approved for a grant in the amount of $2,500.00. 27. NEWCASTLE ARENA THAT the Newcastle Arena be approved for a grant in the amount of $3,500.00. 28. TYRONE HALL THAT the Tyrone Hall be approved for a grant in the amount of $2,500.00. Report #1 5 March 23, 2009 29. CLARINGTON NEW HORIZONS BAND THAT the Clarington New Horizons Band be approved for a grant in the amount of $500.00. 30. CLARINGTON FIDDLE CLUB THAT the Clarington Fiddle Club be approved for a grant in the amount of $750.00. 31. CLARINGTON CONCERT BAND THAT the Clarington Concert Band be approved for a grant in the amount of $750.00. 32. CLARINGTON SWIM CLUB THAT the Clarington Swim Club be approved for a grant in the amount of $1,000.00. 33. ORONO FIGURE SKATING CLUB THAT the Orono Figure Skating Club be approved for a grant in the amount of $1,500.00. 34. NEWCASTLE FIGURE SKATING CLUB THAT the Newcastle Figure Skating Club be approved for a grant in the amount of $1,500.00. 35. COURTICE KIDS MUL TISPORT SERIES THAT the Courtice Kids Multisport Series be approved for a grant in the amount of $1,000.00. 36. CLARINGTON TIGERCATS FOOTBALL CLUB THAT the Clarington Tigercats Football Club be approved for a grant in the amount of $1,500.00. 37. ORONO AMATEUR ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION THAT the Orono Amateur Athletic Association be approved for a grant in the amount of $2,500.00. 38. CLARINGTON PROJECT THAT the Clarington Project be approved for a grant in the amount of $1 ,000.00. Report #1 6 March 23, 2009 39. TYRONE ORANGE COMMUNITY HALL BOARD THAT the Tyrone Orange Community Hall Board grant request of $5,000.00 be denied. 40. OAK RIDGES TRAIL ASSOCIATION THAT the Oak Ridges Trail Association be approved for a grant in the amount of $500.00. 41. MENTAL HEALTH DURHAM - MAKING CONNECTIONS CLARINGTON THAT the Mental Health Durham - Making Connections Clarington be approved for a grant in the amount of $1 ,000.00. 42. CLARINGTON EAST FOOD BANK THAT the Clarington East Food Bank be approved for a grant in the amount of $5,000.00. 43. LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION OF PETERBOROUGH THAT the Learning Disabilities Association of Peterborough be approved for a grant in the amount of $750.00. 44. DURHAM HOSPICE THAT the Durham Hospice request for a grant in the amount of $5,000.00 be denied. 45. CANADIAN RED CROSS - DISASTER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM THAT the Canadian Red Cross - Disaster Management Program request for a grant in the amount of $5,000.00 be denied. 46. BIG BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF CLARINGTON THAT the Big Brothers and Sisters of Clarington be approved for a grant in the amount of $2,000.00. 47. PUBLIC ACCESS DEFIBRILLATOR PROGRAM - COLLABORATIVE STATEMENTS THAT Report CSD-005-09 be received; THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign the Collaborative Statements provided by Central East Prehospital Care Program; Report #1 7 March 23, 2009 THAT Central East Prehospital Care program be advised of action taken; and THAT the Orono Arena Board, Newcastle Arena Board and the Newcastle Community Hall Board be advised of action taken. 48. CLARINGTON SPORTS HALL OF FAME THAT Report CSD-006-09 be received; THAT Council endorse the selection process for the appointment of committee members for the Clarington Sports Hall of Fame; and THAT the members of the Sports Hall of Fame Steering Committee be thanked by the Mayor and Members of Council for their contribution to the development of the Clarington Sports Hall of Fame. 49. TENDER CL2008-5, MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE CONTRACT - HVAC SERVICES - TERMINATION AND NEW CONTRACT AWARD THAT Report COD-020-09 be received; THAT the actions taken by the Purchasing Manager with respect to the termination of contract CL2008-5 with Cynergy Mechanical Limited, Etobicoke and the award of a supply and services contract to the next low bidder, Tri-Air Systems, Markham, be endorsed; THAT pending satisfactory pricing and service the contract be extended for a second and third year; and THAT the funds expended be drawn from the Department of Operations and Department of Community Services various operating accounts. 50. CO-OPERATIVE TENDER T257-2008, SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF GASOLINE AND DIESEL FUEL THAT Report COD-021-09 be received; THAT Petro-Canada, Oakville, Ontario with an approximate annual value of $353,122.40, being the lowest responsible bidder meeting all terms, conditions, and specifications be awarded the Municipality of Clarington requirements for Co-operative Tender T257-2008 Gasoline and Diesel Fuel for a three year term; THAT pending satisfactory pricing and service the contract be extended for an additional two years; and THAT funding be provided from the current year's respective departments Operating Fleet Budgets. Report #1 8 March 23, 2009 51. CL2009-1 COURTICE MILLENNIUM TRAIL BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION THAT Report COD-022-09 be received; THAT Dig-Con International Ltd., Bolton, Ontario with a total revised bid in the amount of $68,758.00 (Excluding G.S.T.), being the lowest responsible bidder meeting all terms, conditions, and specifications of Tender CL2009-1, be awarded the contract for the Courtice Millennium Trail Bridge Construction, Courtice, Ontario as required by the Engineering Department; THAT funds required in the amount of $79,263.00 (which includes $68,758.00 tendering, engineering, and contingencies) be drawn from Courtice Millennium Trail Bridge Account #110-32-325-83400-7401; and THAT the By-law marked Schedule "A" attached to Report COD-022-09, authorizing the Mayor and the Clerk to execute the necessary agreement be approved. 52. QUOTATION Q2008-32, BY-LAW SNOW CLEARING SERVICES TERMINATION AND NEW CONTRACT AWARD THAT Report COD-023-09 be received; THAT the actions taken by the Purchasing Manager with respect to the termination of contract Q2008-32 with D & F Snow Removal, Bowmanville, ON and the award of the contract to the next low bidder, Pro-Lawn Landscaping, Orono, ON be endorsed; THAT pending satisfactory pricing and service the contract be extended for a second and third year; and THAT the required funds be drawn from the respective year's operating budget for snow clearing. 53. TENDER CL2009-4, SUPPLY AND HAULING GRANULAR MATERIAL THAT Report COD-024-09 be received; THAT Dufferin Aggregates, Concord, ON with a total bid price of$212,057.17 (excluding G.S.T.), being the lowest responsible bidder meeting all terms, conditions and specifications of Tender CL2009-4, be awarded the contract for the Supply and Hauling of Granular Material; and THAT the funds expended be drawn from the Department of Operations, various 2009 Operations Road Maintenance and Construction accounts. Report #1 9 March 23, 2009 54. BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREAS 2009 BUDGETS THAT Report FND-006-09 be received; THAT the 2009 Budget submissions from the Boards of Management for Bowmanville BIA, Newcastle BIA and Orono BIA be approved; and THAT the Boards of Management for Bowmanville BIA, Newcastle BIA and Orono BIA be advised of Council's decision. 55. DELEGATION - LIBBY RACANSKY - REGARDING NASH ROAD RECONSTRUCTION AND COURTICE ROAD BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION THAT the delegation of Libby Racansky be received with thanks. 56. APPOINTMENT TO THE CLARINGTON TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE THAT John Slater be appointed to the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee to fill the current vacancy for Ward 4. 57. APPOINTMENT TO THE CLARINGTON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE THAT Cornelia Goodwin be appointed to the Clarington Accessibility Advisory Committee to fill the current vacant position. 58. CORRESPONDENCE - MICHAEL MCQUAID, WEIRFOULDS - REGARDING REPORT PSD-026-09 THAT the correspondence from Micheal McQuaid, WeirFoulds LLP, Barristers & Solictors for St. Marys Cement regarding Report PSD-026-09 be referred to the Director of Planning Services. SUMMARY OF BY-LAWS MARCH 23, 2009 BY-LAWS 2009-036 Being a By-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and the Central East Prehospital Care Program at Lakeridge Health Corporation of the Collaborative Statements for the Semi Automatic External Defibrillation Program at Community Services Recreation Facilities, Orono Arena, Newcastle Arena and Newcastle Community Hall (Item 47 of Report #1) 2009-037 Being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Dig-Con International Ltd., Bolton, Ontario, to enter into agreement for Courtice Millennium Trail Bridge Construction, Courtice, Ontario (Item 51 of Report #1) 2009-038 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2007-039, a by-law to appoint Members to the Clarington Traffic Management Advisory Committee (Item 56 of Report #1 ) 2009-039 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2007-024, a by-law to appoint Members to the Clarington Accessibility Advisory Committee (Item 57 of Report #1) HANDOUlS/CIRCULA liONS COUNCIL CINilJgloo MEMO CLERK'S DEPARTMENT To: Mayor Abernethy and Members of Council From: Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk Date: March 20, 2009 Subject: COUNCIL AGENDA - MARCH 23, 2009 Please be advised of the following additions to Monday's meeting: DELEGATIONS See final list of Delegations attached. / ,/ /' PaUi L. Barrie, CMO Municipal Clerk PLB:cf cc: Frank Wu, Chief Administrative Officer Department Heads CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 FINAL LIST OF DELEGATIONS March 23, 2009 a) Petra Schwirtz, Clarington Marketing Minds Group - Municipal Grant for Funding (Item 17 of Report #1) b) Diane Powers, Christmas in Clarington Country - Denial of Municipal Grant (Item 15 of Report #1) c) Jim Richards - Need for Peer Reviews of Regional Consultant's Studies as they pertain to the Proposed Energy-From-Waste Facility (Correspondence Item D - 25) d) Debra Jefferson - Request for Peer Review to Address Environmental Monitoring of the Proposed Energy-From-Waste Facility (Correspondence Item D - 28) 'I; e) Linda Gasser - Request for Peer Reviews of Durham Project Team Energy-From-Waste Consultants' Studies (Correspondence Item D - 30) , i f) Wendy Bracken - Need for Peer Reviews with Regard to Recently Released Regional Consultants' Studies in the Durham York Waste EA (Correspondence Item D - 28) Ii g) 'I : h) I .,1, I " Bill Temple - Public Support Rally for Saving the Acute Care Service at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville (Correspondence Item D - 9) Louis Bertrand - EFW Host Community Agreement Negotiations (Staff Report #1) " i ., ;1 Landfill versus Energy from Waste Carbon Footprint Comparison & Mechanical System Design Thesis Project Bachelor of Engineering & Management Mike Harrington Soren Hertzum-Larsen Cameron Mackey Julie Thrasher Kevin Van Rooy Project Scope - . Complete an environmental] cost and revenue feasibility study between landfills and energy from waste (EFW) facilities . Design and develop an innovative waste management system Streamlined Life-Cycle Assessment (SLCA) ronmental stresses and the process from its life . Determinations of associated flows of energy and materials . Evaluati i impacts chargeable to inception to its end of ons of the env to improve the butes ons designed y related attri . I I . Recommendat environmental Environtnentally Responsible Process Matrix (ERPM) . Evaluates which method is more environmentally responsible, 0-4 rating scale, out of a sum of 100 Life Stage Resource 1:1 1) 1) lA 15 Pro"isioning - - Process 2:1 2) ? " 2A 25 -:-' Implementation - - Primary Process 3: 1 3) 3) 3A 3:5 Operation - - Complementary 4:1 4) 4) 4A 4:5 Process Operation - - Refurbishment, 5: 1 - ? 5) 5A 55 Recycling, Disposal ):- 2: = 1,1 + 1,2 + 1,3 + + 5,3 + 5,4 + 5,5 = 100 Target Plot Ideal . I o ratings, s . Gives a graphica representation of the along the outside, 4 is along the inside Resource Provisioning Process Implementation :u u 1J u Refurbishment, Recycling, Disposal 4.S Complementary 4.4 Process Operation 4.3 3.3 3,Z Primary Process Operation Realistic Perspective - I . ERPM Interpretation & Results - - - Landfills EFW s.s 1.1 12 1.1 s.s 1.2 I 1.5 i t I Ii~ Ii. Z.I ,5. 4..S u\ ZJ I~ 4A U r ~.,; u u u t' ~ t r ...... ~ l.. . /J .. :u --. .-" 3.3 3.z ---, " 0;---- .'. 2J ZJ ~~.... .--....... j) . -...'..... r- Carbon Footprint . Software Used . Integrated Waste Management Model . Landfill: 80 413 tonsfyr of C02 Equivalence . EFW: 57 268 tonsfyr of C02 Equivalence . EFW facility estimate produces 41% LESS greenhouse gases compared to a landfill. Findings - - . EFW should be considered as the safer, more environmentally conscious waste disposal method ons . I . Recommendat reduces . Landfill mining, economy, helps to resource depletion . Look into other methods for the disposal of ash, besides being used as a daily cover in a landfill Mechanical System Design Thesis Project Design Requirements & Targets . - . No weekly curbside pick-up: , .:- . No plastic garbage bags . One time handling of the waste . Partially automated. . Complete system from household to local processing facility. . Based on existing technology such as Lamson Tubes and the Envac System. System Concept Focus of the Capstone project Design includes a kitchen insert that the user interacts with and transfers waste container to line HOUSEHOLD Waste Segmentation and Automated Compaction System user interaction) 4 pneumatic capsule pipe ( UNDERGROUND Pneumatic Capsule Pipeline Municipality Controlled Pipeline WASHING Industrial Washing Unit (kill bacteria and eliminate odour) PROCESSI NG Waste Containers loca ty) Sorting of (contents disposed of at waste processmg fac DISTRIBUTION Local Grocery Store i red) pick-up as requ ( Proposed Solution on and Compaction System . Automated Waste Segmentat Proposed Solution - . Mechanical Drawer Proposed Solution - . Pneumatic Capsule Pipeline Comparative Analysis Attributes Existing Waste New Innovative Collection Waste Collection Reusable Waste Disposal Method X 1/ Environmentally Friendly X 1/ Increase Diversion Rate X 1/ Decrease Handling of Waste X 1/ Cooperation of the User Required 1/ 1/ Aesthetically Pleasing X 1/ Question and Answer IIH ~Gartner~ 1 Lee ecoR ,~,I~.~ Limited . '" (EA) II McCORMICK RANKIN CORPORATION Assessment Clarington Council Meeting Monday March 23, 2009 407 East Environmenta f; ;> . r OntariO D Status Update . PIC#5 Summary . Recommended Design o Community Value Plan o EA Study Schedule o Next Steps --- -- in January / February 2009 Recommended Design for Technically Preferred Route and supporting facilities/infrastructure being finalized round of PICs held Fina . . Work nearly complete Assessment mpact I . Preparation of EA Report and CEM Screening document underway . o PIC#5 held in January / February 2009 o 5 venues - Clarington, Oshawa, Pickering/Ajax, Whitby, Peterborough DOver 700 attendees o Approximately 50 comment sheets submitted to-date · Submission date for comments is March 23, 2009 o Majority of comments focused on · Property specific issues · Specific design features ~ rrr ~. ~'~,-- nCludes Mainline: Brock Road to Hwy 35/115 (approx. 50 km) Two north-south freeway "links' (West Link and East Link) connecting the proposed extension to Hwy 401 (approx. 10 km each) · Protection for dedicated transitway (60 m ROW), including 17 stations transportation corridor The . . / L:: I I CLARIN"GTON -- \ --. --. I I) J I I' -....1 1 I I J ! ,....-., I)' I ! / -- ~--- ". - >/ .-- ~ --- ~- . - 1} \rI1;;' ..............~ ~.~..Jl.~,~ I '" r-- --~ 1 "--, I --'.. - l I n l ,.,-TJ ,.\ i I 1.-1 '._ ~ 'Y~ i I ~ J I ' J I I -- J I ) Ii j -' -~ I L-. ) I I [ ;.- --r OSHAWA t I t .n.a..._ . 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Sidewalk at Interchange I Sidewalk at Overpass/Underpass for sidewalks and bike lanes as D Design of structures will protect shown on previous slide Strategy for protection based on Growing Durham, Munlcipa I Regiona Officia Plans and existing cycling plans (as of Fall 2008) o a municipal road, structure tional expansion (i.e. Where transportation corridor goes over opening will be designed to protect for add road widening, structures) o sidewalks and bike lanes will be th municipality and Region implementation design and Additional structura width for subject of cost sharing discussions w during next phases - detail o ',' :.. ,-.. -- -..... - . . - --- =:.- - D 73 watercourse crossings · - 50 / 50 split between bridges and culverts · - 22 crossings will require permits from DFO 18 stream realignments · 12 watercourse crossings potentially navigable - - - "i - ,.... \ -~ , ! {' ;. $ (9 ,. ~ .' 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WHl't~ -- ProjKtlnltiallon Trans~tIon Planning (Tran.~lIon Problem. & Opponunllleal Tran.portatlon AIt.......ttv.. lAlternatives to the Undertaking I EA Study Area PubIoc: lnfo,mallOn Centre ., I PIC # Recommended T,anoporlaloon Aft",naltVe eol.lIng Cond.tJona Rouw Planning (Alternative ...._1 Public Infon,,.hon Centre n I PIC #2 S/lofl14ted ROUle AJte'na~~ PubllC lnformallOn Centre 83 I PIC #3 Recommended ROUle All"""'t..... Conf.nn Recommended Rouw Altomallvfll Field W..... Preliminary DMIl1n1Fleld Work CEAA P,Oject DeWlplJOn P\.lbitC In:Otn'l.ltlOfl (.:.-ntte .4 I PIC #4 P,.~!~tr(lt1 ROlIS~ A2h:.'mMlive. CEAA Sc.op.ng Document Pubhc Inforn\atJOn Cent'" ~ o PIC #5 P'el""""'ry De$lgfl F,na' Plan. EA R.por1l Documentation CEAA Scteen'ng Report P,e-Subm...IOn Revoew of EA RepOf\ [I EA submission July 2009 Submot EA Repo<1 10 Mlnollry of En"",,",,",n! . . D : · Review and respond to PIC#5 comments · Finalize Recommended Design for TechnicallY Preferred Route, including the location of support facilities (i.e. transitway stations, maintenance yards, commercial vehicle inspection facilities, etc.) · Finalize the impact assessment for the Recommended Design, including the mitigation and compensation measures · Finalize the Recommended Community Value Plan · Continue to consult with stakeholders, including Municipal/Regulatory Agency staff, Advisory Groups and the public · Pre-Submission of EA Report - May 2009 (5-week review period) · Submit Final EA Report to MOE - July 2009 · Submit CEM Screening Report - July 2009 - --- -- ~ - Thank You Comments I Questions - - - ~_. Community Adjustment and Sustainability Strategy (I :i, ! t,h' t;~'~ ~[IT nk. ReNew. ReTool. - ReThi Oshawa and Durham Community Adjustment & Sustainability Strategy · Overview of process followed · Stakeholder Engagement · Key Initiatives ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. In the Beginning · City of Oshawa approached by MTCU to create Strategy · Oshawa realized that the effects were being felt across the Region, not just the City · Established a steering committee of leaders from business, education and government throughout Durham ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. Strategy Process · Data and statistical analysis, including economic base analysis · Labour force analysis; SWOT analysis · Review of economic reports and forecasts · Stakeholder engagement, Committee input, public input · Development of strategy ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. Stakeholder Engagement · Over fifty interviews were conducted · Substantial and continuous input from Steering Committee · A "stakeholder strategy summitJl · Focus groups on recommended economic sectors to further develop action · Public feedback on the draft strategy ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. OSHAWA. DURHAM ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. Enhancing Work ~ 8!. . ~s'" $ss ~ ~~. ~,.o ~~ f)~ -- ~ec.'l.ef1.,..o,\C.e's · 0\):( ~ 'IO~~ 0" 9.q. "" .:i " \ ) / "- ~ I -.,." ~ -- ---" e"" ~;,~ ~ ~~ 0ge(\ 0 ~$c! ~~ ~. ~4~ .~~ 'JrPalJdilJg Our Existing BuSI ,.. ". "" [:t1n.." t~rJL~ -... ...~..... Key Initiatives Critica I Path Activities · Enhancing the work and business environments · Retaining and expanding our existing businesses · Improving the business environment and infrastructure for all} being Open for Business ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. Growth Key Initiatives Five Key Sectors Targeted for and A core strength in researchJ developmentJ advanced manufacturing supports 5 key . . . sectors on and automotive - Transportati - Sustainable energy on technologies nformati - Bioscience and agriculture - Health and wellness ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. nitiatives I Key Units New Nuclear Support for c . I ob and econom . J Single largest opportunity for growth . on path . I Most immediate & potentiallY viable transit for affected workers . obs, but permanent jobs, and mass" of expertise which can . J Not only construction an even larger IIcritica be exported . Spin-off research & development related to cluster effect . nfrastructure benefit to other sectors ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. . n itiatives I Key on . I n addition to OPGJ support timely complet of other critical infrastructure projects: . - The supply of serviced i a - Transportation infrastructure improvements - UOIT and UOIT Technology ParkJ the Clarington Energy ParkJ the Holburn Science ParkJ and the Durham College Skills Training Centre expansion ands ndustri ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. ons Key Recommendati . . nitiatives to support affected workers a Rapid ncome support selection criteri o nformation System Undertake i - Review & update . - New Employment - Explore a local labour market partnership or Re-employment Program to create a skills inventory of the current and future workforce. Program Ontari - Evolve the scope of the Second Career ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. . ml Encourage municipalities to undertake programs to reduce barriers by streamlining processes, such as building permit and site plan approvals n support Open for . . c sectors to identify . les on + Expansion ons to growth and new opportunit ons " of being . I each of the . I Key Recommendat Undertake a Business Retent I. Program customized for recommended economi i tati ReThink. ReNew. ReToo ons - Implement act Business" . Key Recommendations · Support Durham as: - the primary hub within the ProvinceJs energy network - and as a leader in the innovationJ educationJ demonstration and production of the energy and transportation sectors ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. the convergence of Durham's transportation ons . I Key Recommendat to Capita ize on strengths in both energy and s h i ft : . support a paradigm the reinvention of the transportation manufacturing industry by utilizing alternative energy forms for vehicular propulsion. ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. Key Recommendations . mplement a program to increase interna trade within Durham · Support the development of the information technologYJ health and wellnessJ and agriculture and bioscience sectorsJ as diversification of the local economy is critical ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. Next Steps · Finalize the Implementation Plan · Establish the Steering committee to oversee implementation of the Strategy ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. OSHAWA. DURHAM ReThink. ReNew. ReTool. ~or\(ers · Enhancing Work ~ec."ed &- 8I1s;" ~~ $~ o ~ \~,() ~~ ~ ~ ~ , ~ ~ -.,.., ,III!; """ ...... . - [Im'lIIl1 t:Otm l}TI~~~I~e ~ ~; " / -- ----'/ rortrTh ~-~~ I t~~~~ ; ~ \ , 9 "~... " / .~~e ~~l ~ ~~ ~~ 'II,.. "'-- _- fI G.1 .;'14 - _.- - \0' v ~J(A et\ (flJdi" . . eS · 09 9 Our EXisting Business