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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/30/20120 clarin on Leading the Way 9t DATE: MONDAY, JANUARY 30, 2012 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 January 16, 2012 PRESENTATIONS a) Roger Anderson, Chair, Regional Municipality of Durham — Annual Address to Clarington DELEGATIONS There are no Delegations scheduled as of the time of publication. COMMUNICATIONS Receive for Information 1- 1 Minutes of the St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee dated January 10, 2012 1 - 2 Minutes of the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee dated January 12, 2012 1 - 3 Minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee dated January 10, 2012 1 - 4 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated January 17, 2012 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905 - 623 -3379 Council Agenda - 2 - January 30, 2012 1 - 5 Melodee Smart, Administrative Assistant, Works Department, Regional Municipality of Durham — Durham/York Energy From Waste Project 1 - 6 Rob Messervey, Chief Administrative Officer, Kawartha Conservation - 2012 Preliminary Budget Receive for Direction D - 1 Karen Bastas, Event Coordinator, Vice President, Newcastle BIA - 2012 Canada Day Celebration D - 2 Mike Neumann, P.Eng., Project Manager, Ainley & Associates Limited — Request for Exemption to Noise By -law 2007 -071 D - 3 Shannon Foote — Keeping of Micro Mini Pigs as Pets in Clarington D-4 Jennifer Henderson — Opposition to Proposed Draft Plan of Condominium and Proposed Revisions to Draft Approved Plans of Subdivision 18T -87087 and 18T -89021 D - 5 John Elvins — Direct Election of the Regional Chair D -. 6 Marika Hill, Grow Strategy Administrator, Girl Guides of Canada — Request for Proclamation of "Guide - Scout Week COMMITTEE REPORT(S) 1. General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of January 23, 2012 2. General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of January 27, 2012 (To be replaced with final version prior to the Council meeting) STAFF REPORT(S) UNFINISHED BUSINESS BY -LAWS PROCEDURAL NOTICE(S) OF MOTION OTHER BUSINESS CONFIRMING BY -LAW ADJOURNMENT (111u1. 11 eading thewQy Council Meeting Minutes JANUARY 16, 2012 Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on January 16, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers. Councillor Novak led the meeting in prayer. ROLL CALL Present Were: Mayor A. Foster Councillor R. Hooper Councillor J. Neal Councillor M. Novak Councillor W. Partner Councillor C. Traill Councillor W. Woo Also Chief Administrative Officer, F. Wu Present: Municipal Solicitor, A. Allison Manager of Transportation & Design, L. Benson Director of Planning Services, D. Crome Deputy Treasurer, L. Gordon Director of Operations, F. Horvath Director of Corporate Services and Human Resources, M. Marano Recreation Services Manager, S. Meredith Director of Emergency Services /Fire Chief, G. Weir Administrative Assistant to the Municipal Clerk, C. Fleming Municipal Clerk, P. Barrie DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Councillor Hooper indicated that he would be declaring an interest with respect to Item #3 of Report #1. ANNOUNCEMENTS Councillor Novak announced the following: • On Monday, January 9th Members of Council attended the grand opening of Bualai Taste of Thai Restaurant in downtown Bowmanville • She attended the Annual General Meeting of the Kawartha Conservation Authority and extended congratulations to Councillor Hooper on being recognized for his five year contribution to the Board • She attended the funding announcement for the Port Granby waste cleanup project Council Meeting Minutes - 2 - January 16, 2012 • Durham Regional Works Commissioner, Cliff Curtis, has received the 2011 Public Works Leadership of the Year Award and will be presented with the Award on January 26, 2012 • St. Marys Cement is the first recipient of IS05001 certification Councillor Neal announced the following: • The Courtice Rotary Club is hosting a Charity Euchre Tournament on Feb 4th at the Newcastle Town Hall. Tickets are available on the Courtice- rotary- euchre.eventb rite. com website • He expressed condolences to the family of Glenn Willson, Clarington resident, who was a prominent business owner in Durham Region and owner of Willsonia Farm in Clarington Councillor Hooper announced the following: He was honoured to receive, on behalf of Clarington residents, a plaque from the Kawartha Conservation Authority in recognition of his five years on the Board .• He also attended the Port Granby funding announcement Councillor Woo announced the following: • He, along with all Members of Council, attended the ribbon - cutting ceremony for the grand opening of Bualai Taste of Thai Restaurant • On January 11, 2012, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences received the 2011 Employer Champion Award acknowledging the outstanding commitment to providing experiential learning opportunities to Ontario high school students through the cooperative education program • He attended the Port Granby funding announcement of $1.28 billion • On Friday evening, he attended a reception hosted by the Peoples Republic of China in celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year, Year of Dragon, and a Farewell Reception for Chen Ligang, Consul General • On January 23, 2012, the second Public Information Centre for the Class Environmental Assessment (EA) and Preliminary Design of a new commercial vehicle inspection facility to replace the existing Bowmanville truck inspection facility will be held at the Newtonville Community Hall with an Agency Drop -in Session between 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. followed by a Public Drop -in Session from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. There will be a brief presentation to the public at 5:00 p.m. with the location of the inspection station to be announced Councillor Traill announced that on Saturday she attended a screening and workshop of the film "Misrepresentation" presented by Girls Incorporated of Durham Region, a non - profit organization that empowers girls to believe in themselves and reach their full potential. The film examines the link between violence and women and Councillor Trail[ indicated she could provide information to other members of Council. Council Meeting Minutes - 3 - January 16, 2012 Councillor Partner announced the following: • On Wednesday she, along with Councillor Woo, attended a cheque presentation by the Orono Chili Cook -Off Committee to the Orono Town Hall Board in the amount of $3,000 to help purchase and install a new flag pole in front of the Orono Town Hall • On Friday she attended the Port Hope Area Initiative office for the Port Granby funding announcement • On Sunday she, along with Councillor Hooper and Councillor Woo, attended the Kendal Lions Pancake breakfast held at the Kendal Community Hall with proceeds of the fundraiser to be allocated to Hall improvements • The Newcastle Horticultural Society Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at the Newcastle Community Hall • The Oddfellow and Rebekah Centre will hold a Roof Raising Dinner on Wednesday, January 18, 2012. Tickets are available by calling 905 - 983 -5276 • There will be a giant yard /bake sale on Saturday, January 21St at the Kendal Community Centre • The 4th Annual Robbie Burns Dinner will be held at the Orono Town Hall. Tickets are $40 per person Mayor Foster elaborated on the Port Granby funding announcement of approximately $1.3 billion which includes $1 billion for Port Hope and $280,000,000 for Port Granby. On January 26th at 9:00 a.m. the Clarington Board of Trade is hosting an event on how to pursue business opportunities associated with the funding announcement. Mayor Foster also announced the following: • On Tuesday, January 10th, Clarington had a new Fire Chief for a Day, Will Krummenacher • He sent greetings to Chen Ligang, Consul General, Peoples Republic of China on his retirement • He forwarded thanks to the Durham Multi -Faith Committee for the World Religion Day held in Uxbridge where 17 religions were represented • On January 18th, there will be a launch party for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarington's "Bowlforkidssake" fundraising event • On Thursday, January 19th, Toastmasters will host an Open House at Kingsway Arms at 7:30 a.m. Council Meeting Minutes - 4 - January 16, 2012 Resolution #C- 001 -12 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held December 19, 2011, be approved. �Tl PRESENTATIONS There were no Presentations scheduled for this meeting DELEGATIONS Libby Racansky addressed Council concerning Correspondence Item D — 7 — Review of Hancock Neighbourhood. Ms. Racansky stated that the review was promised by two previous Councils and that she is again requesting that Council make the review a priority and that it be finally done prior to additional development. Through use of a PowerPoint presentation, Ms. Racansky highlighted the impacts of drawdown if development is not controlled and stated that all three neighbourhoods in Courtice North should be reviewed. Ms. Racansky expressed concern that the cumulative impact on the water basin below the development has not been determined and stated that what is done to the land reflects on the water, soil and air. She noted that the Lake Iroquois shoreline is important for fisheries, creeks and cold fisheries and that all tributaries were deleted except one. Ms. Racansky feels that hydrogeological studies will be important to determine if the wetlands and existing wells can survive, setbacks need to be established, a park should be developed to serve as a buffer with trails and replanting of endangered species and rare plants should be done to serve as a vegetative buffer. Ms. Racansky reviewed a hydrograph of her well noting granular bedding along the watermain is taking water away from her well requiring her to save water for emergencies. Resolution #C- 002 -12 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the rules of procedure be suspended to allow Libby Racansky to extend her delegation by two minutes. "CARRIED" Ms. Racansky stated that there is clay below the surface where wells are located. She expressed concern that trees are falling because of the decrease in the water table and requested that hydrogeologic studies be the main part of the review. Council Meeting Minutes - 5 - 1 January 16, 2012 Resolution #C- 003 -12 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Traill THAT the Agenda be altered to consider Correspondence Item D — 7 at this time. "CARRIED" D - 7 Libby Racansky forwarding questions together with staff responses, regarding the Hancock Neighbourhood specific to the need for a review of the neighbourhood, plans to enforce setbacks from Provincially- significant wetlands, public meeting regarding park design, linkage to the greenbelt, relocation of plantings and lighting; suggesting that fees be increased considerably to ensure costs to infrastructure damage are not borne by the taxpayer; and, also including questions regarding her property's well. Resolution #C- 004 -12 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the delegation of Libby Racansky with respect to review of the Hancock Neighbourhood be referred to staff for comment. "MOTION LOST" Resolution #C- 005 -12 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Partner THAT the delegation of Libby Racansky be referred to the Hancock Neighbourhood Design Plan process. "CARRIED" COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C- 006 -12 Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Traill THAT the communications to be received for information be approved, with the exception of Correspondence Items I - 5 and I - 7. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes - 6 - January 16, 2012 I 1 Minutes of the Clarington Heritage Committee dated October 18, 2011 1 - 2 Minutes of the Durham Nuclear Health Committee (DNHC) dated November 18, 2011 1 - 3 Minutes of the Newcastle Memorial Arena Management Board dated November 8, 2011 1 - 4 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, writing to Karen McDonald, Chair, Durham Environmental Advisory Committee advising that on December 14, 2011, Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to 2011 Provincial Environmental Advisory Committees Symposium: "a) THAT Report #2011 -P -86 of the Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development be received for information; and b) THAT a copy of Report 2011 -P -86 be forwarded to the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee and the area municipalities." 1 - 6 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising Council that on December 14, 2011, Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to Timetable for Approval of the 2012 Regional Property Tax Business Plans, Detailed Budgets and Public Notification Provisions- it a) THAT the following dates for approval of the 2012 Business Plans and Budgets for Property Tax Purposes by Standing Committees and Council be confirmed: Standing Committee Review January 17-February 2, 2012 Finance & Administration Committee Review February 7 -9, 2012, (if required) Regional Council Review February 15, 2012 b) THAT staff be authorized to notify the public of Regional Council's intention to adopt the 2012 Regional Business Plans and Budget for General Property Tax Purposes, the Police Services Board and Outside Agencies, Regional Transit and Solid Waste Management at its regularly scheduled meeting of February 15, 2012; and c) THAT a copy of this report be forwarded to the Police Services Board, the Conservation Authorities, other Outside Agencies and the local Area Municipalities." Council Meeting Minutes - 7 - January 16, 2012 1 - 8 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, writing to Christine Rector, Ontario Market Investment Fund, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, advising that on December 14, 2011, Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to 2011 Inaugural Savour the Season Culinary Event — Results and Highlights: "a) THAT Report #2011 -EDT -4 of the Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development be received for information; and b) THAT a copy of Report #2011 -EDT -4 be forwarded to the area municipalities and the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Ontario Marketing Investment Fund for information." 1 - 9 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, writing to Hubert Schillings, Chair, -Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee, advising that on December 14, 2011, Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to Strategy for the Development of the Agri - Food Industry in the Region of Durham now referred to as the Region of Durham: Food Processing Action Plan: "a) THAT the Recommended Initiatives identified in the Regional Municipality of Durham: Food Processing Action Plan be endorsed as the basis for economic development activities aimed at enhancing the agri -food industry in Durham Region; and b) THAT Council's resolution and a copy of the Action Plan — Executive Summary be forwarded to Durham's Area Municipalities, the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee, the Durham Region Federation of Agriculture and the Greater Toronto Area Agricultural Action Committee for information." 1 - 10 Debi A. Wilcox, Town Clerk, Town of Whitby, writing to A. Georgieff, Commissioner, Planning Department, Economic Development and Tourism Division, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising that on December 12, 2011, the Town of Whitby adopted the following resolution pertaining to the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance:' 1. THAT Community and Marketing Services (Economic Development Division) Report CMS No. 67 -11 regarding the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance be received as information; 2. THAT staff report back to Council in the first quarter of next year pertaining to the 2012 Whitby Economic Development Domestic /International Marketing Plan and the integration of appropriate marketing initiatives coordinated by the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance into Whitby's proposed plan; and, Council Meeting Minutes - 8 - January 16, 2012 3. THAT a copy of this staff report be forwarded to the Region of Durham Planning Department — Economic Development and Tourism Division, and the respective departments or agencies responsible for economic development in the area municipalities within Durham Region." 1 - 11 Janet Smolders for Paul Acquaah, P.Eng., Project Manager, Dillon Consulting, advising that Dillon Consulting has been retained by the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) to complete the Class Environmental Assessment (EA) and Preliminary Design of a new commercial vehicle inspection facility to replace the existing Bowmanville truck inspection facility located on Highway 401, west of the Bennett Road interchange; forwarding a notice outlining the project including the study area for the site selection process; advising that a second Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held on Monday, January 23, 2012, with an Agency Drop -in Session between 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. followed by a Public Drop -in Session from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Newtonville Community Hall; and, advising that representatives from MTO and Dillon will be available to answer questions and discuss next steps in the study. Following completion, a Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) will be made available for a 30 day public review period. Further information regarding the project is available by contacting Vanessa Odaimi, Project Engineer, MTO, at 416 - 235 -4900. 1 - 5 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising Council that on December 14, 2011, Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to 2012 Interim Regional Property Tax Levy: "a) THAT a 2012 Interim Regional Property Tax Levy be imposed on the Area Municipalities for all property tax classes; b) THAT the estimated amount due from each Area Municipality be equivalent to 50% of their respective share of the Regional Property Taxes collected in 2011; c) THAT the 2012 Interim Regional Property Tax Levy be paid by the Area Municipalities seven days subsequent to the installment due dates established by each Area Municipality for the collection of their respective interim municipal property taxes; d) THAT the Regional Clerk be requested to advise the Area Municipalities of the imposition of the 2012 Interim Regional Property Tax Levy for all property tax classes; and e) THAT the requisite by -law be approved." Council Meeting Minutes - 9 - January 16, 2012 Resolution #C- 007 -12 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT the resolution from the Region of Durham, with respect to the 2012 Interim Regional Property Tax Levy, be received for information. "CARRIED" 1 - 7 P. M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Regional Municipality of Durham, advising Council that on December 14, 2011, Regional Council adopted the following resolution pertaining to proposed changes to curbside scrap metal goods collections to accommodate the approved Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Porcelain Recycling Pilot Collection Programs: "a) THAT staff be authorized to amend waste collection contract (RFI -503- 2006) for collection services in the City of Pickering and the Town of Ajax to change the existing residential curbside collection of scrap metal goods to a call -in service and add porcelain bathroom fixtures and waste electrical and electronic equipment to the call -in service for the two municipalities at an estimated net cost in 2012 of approximately $23,000 to be accommodated within the approved 2012 property tax guideline; b) THAT the Regional Municipality of Durham's existing two item limit for the collection of scrap metal goods be eliminated in all local municipalities in order to increase waste diversion; c) THAT By -law No. 46 -2011 be amended to reflect the recommendations of Report No. 2011 -WR -15 of the Commissioner of Works; and d) THAT a copy of Report No. 2011 -WR -15 be distributed to the local area municipalities for information." Resolution #C- 008 -12 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT the resolution from the Region of Durham, with respect to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Porcelain Recycling Pilot Collection Programs, be received for information. "CARRIED ". Council Meeting Minutes _10- January 16, 2012 CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION Resolution #C- 009 -12 Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Woo THAT Correspondence Items D - 2 and D - 3 be approved as per the Agenda. K*. 0. 1 D - 2 Renee Giroux, Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) advising that in 2012 FCM will be celebrating 25 years of international municipal development in delivering high - quality international programming through the involvement of Canadian municipal experts in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean and the Middle East, and requesting that February 5 to 11, 2012, be proclaimed as "International Development Week" to recognize the significant contribution of FCM members and partners in improving the quality of life in various communities around the world and to recognize FCM as a Canadian and world leader in international municipal development. (Proclaimed) D - 3 Lynda Motschenbacher requesting a six -month extension to building permit 10.0211 for construction of a new single family home at 8535 Ormiston Road; indicating that she and her husband -are building the house themselves and listing building construction finished to date; and, requesting a six month extension to the permit in order to allow time to fulfill all conditions of the permit required (Approval granted for a six month extension for the use of temporary living quarters at 8535 Ormiston Road subject to the signing of a further Letter of Undertaking) D - 1 Jim Richards questioning why Mayor Foster and Councillors Hooper and Partner did not state pecuniary interests concerning the awarding of additional funds to the Clarington Board of Trade (CBOT) in 2011, as Mayor Foster is a former member of CBOT and Councillors Hooper and Partner are current members; recommending that Council create a position of Integrity Commissioner either on a part-time or shared basis; and, suggesting that Council seek the advice of staff prior to responding. Council Meeting Minutes - 11 - January 16, 2012 Resolution #0- 010 -12 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Partner THAT Correspondence Item D — 1 from Jim Richards, with respect to Clarington Board of Trade Conflict of Interest, be received for information. "CARRIED" D - 4 Al Strike, Co- Chairman, Fundraising Team, Bowmanville Creek Fish By -Pass Channel, requesting permission to post their fundraising campaign thermometer on Municipal property in order to maximize opportunities for the project awareness in the downtown core, enable the public to view the campaign's progress and encourage donations. Resolution #C- 011 -12 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the Fundraising Team, Bowmanville Creek Fish By -Pass Channel be permitted to post their fundraising thermometer on municipal property, in particular, in the Municipal Administrative Centre square; THAT an exemption to the Sign By -law be approved in this instance; and THAT the sign be permitted to remain until the end of April or until the Team's goal has been achieved. KOWNINTO "I D - 5 Ron Beer thanking Council for their support in developing a cultural network for songwriting in Clarington; indicating that the Songwriters Music Festival will be held January 28, 2012, with four awards to be presented: "Songwriter of the Year ", "Song of the Year ", "Performing Songwriter of the Year" and "New Kid in Town "; and, requesting financial assistance in the amount of $300 and'help in securing a permanent location to display the Songwriters Awards Plaque. Resolution #C- 012 -12 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Hooper THAT Ron Beer be thanked for his efforts with respect to the Songwriters Music Festival and that he be advised of the Community Grant Program. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes -12- January 16, 2012 D - 6 Candice Doiron, Deputy Clerk /Admin. Assistant, Township of Cramahe, writing to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) advising that on December 6, 2011, the Township of Cramahe adopted the following resolution pertaining to Municipal Planning Authority for Renewable Energy Projects: "WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Cramahe acknowledges the significance of the planning of positioning of the Renewable Energy Projects for the environment; AND WHEREAS municipalities are concerned with the Provincial Government for undermining municipalities ability to appropriately plan development within their borders; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Township of Cramahe respectfully requests the Association of Municipalities of Ontario to petition the Provincial Government about the municipalities objection of the lack of municipal planning authority over Renewable Energy Projects; AND THAT staff be directed to circulate this resolution to other rural municipalities for endorsement and to the local MPP, Rob Milligan." Resolution #C- 013 -12 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the resolution from the Township of Cramahe, with respect to Municipal Planning Authority for Renewable Energy Projects, be received for information. "CARRIED" D - 8 John Bolognone, City Clerk, City of Kingston, advising that on December 20, 2011, the City of Kingston adopted the following resolution pertaining to Canadian - European Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA): "WHEREAS with little transparency or public consultation the Canadian Government is moving ahead with its negotiations into a Canadian - European Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA); and WHEREAS social justice and civil society groups have raised grave concerns throughout Canada regarding the potential impacts of CETA; and Council Meeting Minutes -13- January 16, 2012 WHEREAS both the Association of Ontario Municipalities (AMO) and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) have identified substantial risks to municipalities that must be addressed regarding governance freedoms and practices of municipalities, Which include procurement and administration, and further risks regarding enforcement costs and dispute resolution, as noted by both FCM anc AMO; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City of Kingston endorses the FCM 7 points of concern regarding CETA; THAT the City asks that an open and transparent public process be adopted by the Government of Canada so that Canadians may be better informed and better heard on this important decision; and THAT this motion be communicated to the Prime Minister of Canada, Stephen Harper, the Leader of the Opposition, Nycole Turmel, the Acting Liberal Leader, Bob Rae; MP Kingston and The Islands Ted Hsu; MPP Kingston and the Islands John Gerretsen; AMO; FCM; all Ontario municipalities with populations greater than 50,000; and all municipalities within Frontenac County." Resolution #C- 014 -12 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Traill THAT the resolution from the City of Kingston, with respect to a Canadian - European Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), be endorsed, in principle. "CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE:" Council Member Yes No Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Absent Councillor Traill Councillor Woo Councillor Hooper Councillor Neal Councillor Novak Councillor Partner Mayor Foster Council Meeting Minutes -14- . January 16, 2012 COMMITTEE REPORT(S) Report #1 - General Purpose and Administration Committee Report January 9, 2012. Resolution #C- 015 -12 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal THAT the General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of January 9, 2012 be approved, with the exception of Item #3. "CARRIED LATER IN THE MEETING" (See following motion) Councillor Hooper stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Item #3 of Report #1 as he owns property in downtown Bowmanville and left the Council Chambers during discussion and voting on this matter. Item #3 Resolution #C- 016 -12 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Neal THAT Report PSD- 001 -12 be received; and THAT any interested parties to Report PSD- 001 -12 be notified of Council's decision. "CARRIED Councillor _Hooper returned to the meeting. The foregoing Resolution #C- 015 -12 was then put to a vote and CARRIED. STAFF REPORT(S) There were no Staff Reports considered under this Section of the Agenda. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no Unfinished Business considered under this Section of the Agenda. Council Meeting Minutes -15- January 16, 2012 BY -LAWS Resolution #C- 017 -12 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Neal THAT leave be granted to introduce By -laws 2012 -001 and 2012 -002 2012 -001 Being a by -law to amend By -law 84 -63, the Comprehensive Zoning By -law for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle (Kaitlin Homes Aspen IV Ltd. 2012 -002 Being a by -law to amend By -law 84 -63, the Comprehensive Zoning By -law for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle (Bruce and Karen Ellis; and THAT the said by -laws be approved. "CARRIED" PROCEDURAL NOTICE(S) OF MOTION There were no Procedural Notices of Motion introduced under this Section of the Agenda. OTHER BUSINESS There was no Other Business introduced under this Section of the Agenda. Councillor Hooper stated a pecuniary interest earlier in the meeting, refrained from voting on the Confirming By -law and left the meeting during discussion and voting on this matter. CONFIRMING BY -LAW Resolution #C- 018 -12 Moved by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Novak . THAT leave be granted to introduce By -law 2012 -003, being a by -law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held on the 16th day of January, 2012; and THAT the said by -law be approved. "CARRIED" Council Meeting Minutes -16- January 16, 2012 Councillor Hooper returned to the meeting. ADJOURNMENT Resolution #C- 019 -12 Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Councillor Neal THAT the meeting adjourn at 7:56 p.m. "CARRIED" MAYOR MUNICIPAL CLERK SUMMARY OF CORRESPONDENCE JANUARY 30, 2012 CORRESPONDENCE TO BE RECEIVED FOR INFORMATION 1 - 1 Minutes of the St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee dated January 10, 2012 (Copy attached) 1 - 2 Minutes of the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee dated January 12, 2012 (Copy attached) 1 - 3 Minutes of the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee dated January 10, 2012 (Copy attached) 1 - 4 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated January 17, 2012 (Copy attached) I - 5 Melodee Smart, Administrative Assistant, Works Department, Regional Municipality of Durham, forwarding copies of the following documents, in accordance with the Notice of Approval to Proceed with the Undertaking regarding the Amended Environmental Assessment for Durham and York Residual Waste Study, Condition 3 Public Record: • Letter to the Ministry of the Environment dated December 13, 2011, with a copy to the EFWAC, York Regional Clerk and Durham Regional Clerk regarding UPDATED Submission of the Regional Municipality of York Waste Diversion Program Monitoring Plan (Environmental Assessment Condition of Approval 10) • The Regional Municipality of York 2010 Waste Diversion Report (updated); and, advising that the documents are also available on the EFW project website at http: /Iwww.durhamyorkwaste.ca /project /efw- committee. htm. 1 - 6 Rob Messervey, Chief Administrative Officer, Kawartha Conservation, forwarding their 2012 Preliminary Budget for Council review; indicating that the document outlines conservation programs and projects and associated funding requirements requested from their watershed municipalities; and, advising that the Board of Directors will vote on the 2012 Preliminary Budget and associated municipal levies on February 22, 2012. Summary of Correspondence - 2 - CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION January 30, 2012 D - 1 Karen Bastas, Event Coordinator, Vice President, Newcastle BIA, requesting permission to hold the 2012 Canada Day Celebration from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 1, 2012, at the Newcastle & District Recreational Complex with the following requirements: • Usage of the grounds, parking, and indoor facilities including the pool • Permission to set off fireworks at the rear of the property to the west • Grass to be cut as low as possible to avoid sparks from fireworks and easy access for the Port Fire Technicians • Grass to be cut directly west of the Recreation Complex for tethered hot air balloon rides; and, • Large stage, tent, picnic tables, traffic safety vests and traffic . cones. (Motion to refer correspondence to staff) D - 2 Mike Neumann, P.Eng., Project Manager, Ainley & Associates Limited, advising the firm has been retained by the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) to complete culvert repair on Highway 115/35 south of Orono — north of Concession Road 4 and Highway 115/35 — north of Highway 9 (Concession Road 7); requesting an exemption from the current noise by -law to permit construction of the culverts during off peak hours (11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.); indicating that no detours are anticipated as part of this contract; and, that the anticipated start date for the project is July 2012 with the project concluding in mid - October 2012. Further information regarding the project can be obtained by contacting Mike Neumann, Ainley & Associates at Neuman nC�ainleygroup.com or Habib Modir, Ministry of Transportation at habib.modirCo).ontario:ca. (Motion to approve exemption to the Municipality's Noise By -law for the timeframe required to complete culvert repair on Highway 115/35) Summary of Correspondence - 3 - January. 30, 2012 D - 3 Shannon Foote forwarding information from Jaime Neeb, Our Little Flock, Breeder of Rare Miniature Pets, with respect to the keeping of micro mini pet pigs; indicating that many towns and cities have revisited their by -laws and now allow mini pet pigs as house pets; and, questioning the provisions of Clarington's by -law in regard to owning a micro mini pig in the Municipality. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Municipal Clerk) D - 4 Jennifer Henderson strongly opposing the proposed condominium development (18T -87087 and 18T- 89021) at the corner of Scugog Street and Longworth Avenue; indicating that the development will have.a devastating effect on the ecosystem and habitat of hundreds of species; suggesting that more green space be preserved for the enjoyment of area residents and that the proposed development site remain intact; and, urging elected officials to ensure the health and well -being of Bowmanville families takes precedence in community planning decisions. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Director of Planning Services) D - 5 John Elvins indicating that the Province has paved the way for the direct election of the Regional Chair in Durham and that in the last municipal election, Clarington voters strongly supported having this position elected directly by the voters of Durham Region; and, requesting that Council pass a resolution in support of a directly - elected Regional Chair. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Municipal Clerk) D - 6 Marika Hill, Grow Strategy Administrator, Girl Guides of Canada, Ontario Council, requesting that the week of February 19 to 26, 2012 be proclaimed "Guide- Scout" Week in recognition of Girl Guides of Canada's valuable contribution to the well -being of the community. (Motion to proclaim) I -1 St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday January 10th, 2012 6:00 p.m. - St. Marys Cement Plant, Bowmanville Attendees: Glenda Gies, Port Darlington Community Association Rick Rossi, Port Darlington Community Association Dave Veenstra, Port Darlington Community Association Ruben Plaza, Environmental Manager, St. Marys Cement Michael Smith, Quarry Manager, St. Marys Cement Martin Vroegh, Corporate Environment Manager, St. Marys Cement Cristina Hodgins, Human Resources, St. Marys Cement Wilson Little, St. Marys Cement Faye Langmaid, Municipality of Clarington Willie Woo, Member of Municipality of Clarington Council Phil Dunn, MOE (guest) Kim Lendvay, MOE (guest) Regrets: Leslie Dunn, Wilmot Creek Homeowners Association Cindy Strike, Municipality of Clarington Fabio Garcia, Operations Manager, St. Marys Cement .Adoption of Agenda Moved by Martin Vroegh, seconded by Ruben Plaza.. CARRIED Adoption of Agenda 2. Adoption of a) Notes from September 13, 2011 Meeting There were no errors or omissions identified in the meeting notes. Moved by Michael Smith, seconded by Ruben Plaza 3. St. Marys Operations Report a) Quarry /Plant PM 10 monitoring results Sampling station C (OPG) was modified to a continuous monitoring system. This station experienced one exceedence on October 11 at 65 (threshold is 50). Construction in the area is likely the cause. St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee Page 2 DRAFT Meeting Minutes January 10'h, 2012 The Cove Road PM 10 monitoring station experienced one exceedence on December 13 at a level just slightly above the threshold of 50. The consultant reported that values were elevated around the GTA during the night of December 13 and the morning of December 14. 2011 PM 10 OPG 2011 PM 10 Cove Rd Avg 24 hrs. 180 Avg 24 hrs. 160 — f� - 140 80 120 - 100 80 k� r' y i —�-- PM 10 ch a Limit 60 r r C 40 IIAV� 20 0 r- i?i i?i i2i Ri Ri � � � Ri R! iZ Rl � � Ri c8 Ri Ri �i cQi a t� B as a a a The Cove Road PM 10 monitoring station experienced one exceedence on December 13 at a level just slightly above the threshold of 50. The consultant reported that values were elevated around the GTA during the night of December 13 and the morning of December 14. 2 2011 PM 10 Cove Rd Avg 24 hrs. 90 80 - 4 ch 70 50 --� — PM 10 0 40 Limit 30 _ 20 - 10 0 O O O O O O pp O 2 St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee Page 3 DRAFT Meeting Minutes January 10th, 2012 One exceedence occurred at location D (MOE Near East) at 7.2. However, the reading at the adjacent location B was considerably lower, suggesting that the reading at location D was affected byroad contamination. PM 10 Program 2011 90 —4 w 80 t � 70 4 60 > F a Hutton Trnspt. 50 s Cedar Crest 40 OPG ,E Limit 20 r_ O + T Location A (Hutton Transport) will be relocated to the edge of St. Marys property north of the marsh and south of the creek. Dustfall monitoring results The dustfall jar at location E (Westside Marsh bridge) was relocated to location F (north end of the 300s of Cove Road) as the original location was regularly contaminated with vegetative material. 3. Dust Fall 2011 14.00 - 12.00 ti 10.00 -�-- Hutton Trnspt. 8.00 -— Cedar Crest - OPG �y 6.00 a - " MOE Near East 4.00 MOE Far East �a Limit 2.00 , z 0.00 �eQ 3. St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee DRAFT Meeting Minutes January 10th, 2012 Stack emissions Page 4 St. Marys operations released 3,741 tonnes of SO2 between January 1 and December 31, 2011 compared to the annual allowance of 3,100 tonnes. 10000 ` 24,;895 9000 �- 8000 7000 20000�� 6000 xy - 1 _ 5000 k 15000 4000- 3000 M n� 2000 1000 10000� 0 S02 2011 ❑ Allowances S02 2011 St. Marys operations released 21,474 tonnes of SO2 between January 1, 2006 and December 31, 2011 compared to a total allowance of 24,895 tonnes. EI ` 24,;895 25000 20000�� 15000 n� 10000� 5000 Via` El S02 2006 -2011 ❑ Allowances S02 2006- 2011 EI St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee DRAFT Meeting Minutes January 10th, 2012 Page 5 St. Marys operations released 3,019 tonnes of NOx between January 1 and December 31, 2011 compared to an annual allowance of 2,828 tonnes. 10000 9000 - - zi t 8000 f` 1, 7000 _ 20000 6000 t , 5000 s 4000 3000 2000 10000` 1000 . O 5000' El NOx 2011 ❑ Allowances NOx 2011 St. Marys operations released 22,293 tonnes of NOx between January 1, 2006 and December 31, 2011 compared to a total allowance of 23.674 tonnes. 25000 20000 s 15000 10000` 5000' NOx 2006-2011 ❑ Allowances NOx 2006 -201 1 E St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee DRAFT Meeting Minutes January 10th, 2012 Blast monitoring There have been no exceedences in 2011 for either ground or air vibrations. Ground Vibration (mm /s) 2011 14.0 12.0 10.0 8.0 6.0 4.0 2.0 0.0 Date Air Vibration (dbl) 2011 b) Dock • Dock storage management and procedures • Monitoring of dock releases • General dock operations This item was not discussed. C) Plant Production Schedule Page 6 —+— Community Ctr. --a-- Cedar Crest Aggregate Shop a Limit (mm /s) tCommunity Ctr. - -. Cedar Crest Aggregate Shop Limit (dBL) Quarry is in full production with blasting one to two times per week on levels 1 and 2 but will shift to levels 3 and 4 after winter shutdown in March. on St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee Page 7 DRAFT Meeting Minutes January 10`h, 2012 7. Community Concerns a) Received by St. Marys and the Municipality of Clarington St. Marys received three community concerns in October and three in December: • 1 concern was more informative • 1 resident complained that the blast was not announced in the newspaper • 4 residents complained about the effects.of blasting b) Responses provided Golder & Associates was retained by St. Marys to inspect the house of one of the residents that complained about blasting. 8. Community Outreach a) Newsletter St. Marys is continuing to plan for a community newsletter in 2012. b) Open House St. Marys will hold a 2012 open house, tentatively on the same day as Doors Open Clarington which is scheduled for Saturday June 9, 2012. 7 St. Marys Cement Community Relations Committee DRAFT Meeting Minutes January 10th, 2012 9. Other Business No other business was raised. 10. Next Meeting - Tuesday April 3, 2012 6:00 pm St. Marys Main Office Page 8 I -3 Draft minutes — Not vet approved by Committee NOTES OF MEETING OF SAMUEL WILMOT NATURE AREA MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE HELD TUESDAY JANUARY 10, 2012 AT 7:00 P.M. Present: (Voting) Staff Present: Regrets Brian Reid (Chair) Jim Cleland Pat Mulcahy Peter Windolf Clayton Morgan Geoff James Absent: Warren May — MNR Melanie McArthur 1. Introduction of new member Bonnie Seto Karin Murphy Councillor Corinna Traill Bonnie Seto Tim Lizotte Greg Wells — GRCA Michael Goleski Bonnie Seto was introduced to the committee. Bonnie is a lifelong resident of Bowmanville with an interest in the environment and social justice. She was appointed to the committee in November. Chair Brian Reid welcomed her to the committee. 2. Agenda Acceptance of Agenda MOVED by Councillor Corinna Traill, seconded by Pat Mulcahy THAT the agenda for January 10, 2012 be accepted. CARRIED 3. Minutes of November 8, 2011 Corrections Pat Mulcahy participated in the live stake planting event on October 22 but her name was omitted from the section of the minutes that described the event. The minutes will be corrected to show that she was in attendance. 2 Approval of Minutes MOVED by Jim Cleland, seconded by Pat Mulcahy THAT the minutes of November 8, 2011 be amended and approved. CARRIED 3. Sub- Committee Reports There were no sub - committee reports 4. Updates Waterfront Trail Sign re ap ired The trailhead sign located along the Waterfront Trail just east of Cobbledick Road had delaminated since it was installed in 2007. The original sign manufacturer has now repaired and reinstalled the sign under warranty. 5. Other Business Trails Open 2012 Doors Open / Trails Open Ontario are planning their summer program of events. The SWNA was included as a Trails Open destination in 2010 but it was not well attended. In an effort to increase cross - promotion Doors Open and Trails Open programs will be - combined in 2012. All participating Trails Open hikes will now occur on the same date as the respective Doors Open event. In Clarington that would be Saturday June 9. The committee discussed the merits of participating in 2012. It was decided that if a Doors Open destination was in the general vicinity of the SWNA visitors may be more inclined to also take a guided hike at the SWNA. Marilyn Morawetz, the Doors Open coordinator in Clarington, will be asked for more information about the June 9 Doors Open locations. When that information is received Peter Windolf will contact Brian Reid and a decision will be made about participation by the January 27 deadline. If the SWNA is included as a Trails Open destination_ the committee would also promote the event through the SWNA blog, contact list and Facebook page. Clean Water /Healthy Land grants The committee was reminded that these grants are available through the GRCA for habitat enhancement or reforestation projects. Grants for 50% project funding up to $2,500 are available. The other 506/o can be made up with in -kind labour based on $10 per hour for manual labour and $50/hour for equipment. The area along the west side of Toronto Street was identified as a potential area for buffer planting. Several trees have been planted along that stretch but more trees and shrubs could enhance the buffer. Identifying a suitable project will discussed at a future meeting. - I Port-a -potty The committee requested again that a Port-a -potty be installed at the SWNA. Peter Windolf will make a request to Operations and will report back to the committee. User Traffic Survey Brian Reid suggested that a user count could be conducted during the spring or summer to document the level of use at the SWNA. These figures could be used to justify the need for additional facilities such as a Port-a -potty. Brian will contact the Lemoines Point Conservation Authority to obtain the methodology of a similar survey they did a few years ago. Picnic Tables Bonnie Seto inquired about installing picnic tables at the SWNA: -Other than for special events there has not been a demand for them in the past. Because there are several seating options around the SWNA including, benches along the trails, viewing platforms and the lake shelter there does not appear to be a need at this time. Bear sighting Pat Mulcahy reported that 3 different people have reported seeing a bear at the SWNA. Trail Erosion Karin Murphy reported that the trail leading to the beach on the west side of the creek may need to be relocated further north. In 2008 this same section of trail was relocated with the assistance of the MNR Rangers but continuous erosion along the lake edge may require it to be moved further north away from the lake. Accessibility Training June Gallagher from the Clerks Department sent an e -mail to all members of Council appointed committees with dates for accessibility training. All members in attendance at the January meeting confirmed that they had previously received the training. Any members who have not received the training are encouraged to contact June Gallagher. 6. SWNA PowerPoint Presentation At the November 8, 2011 meeting it was recommended that the committee review the SWNA PowerPoint Presentation because several new members of the committee have not seen it. The presentation was prepared in 2007 and has been used many times since then to promote awareness of the SWNA in the community. The presentation has been made to Council, school groups, church groups, the Wilmot Community auxiliary committee, Solina Women's group, and others. The last presentation was over a year ago to the Durham Field Naturalists. Committee members were given an overview of the presentation along with notes that can be used as talking points for each slide. Any SWNA member who has a potential audience for the presentation can ask for a CD and the assistance of other members to deliver the presentation. C! Committee members suggested the following groups for the presentation: John Howard Society Durham Clear Clarington Older Adults Wilmot Community Association 7. Motion to Adjourn MOVED by Councillor Traill, seconded by Bonnie Seto THAT the meeting be adjourned. CARRIED Adjournment: 8:20 P.M. Next Meeting: Tuesday March 6, 7:00 PM Meeting Room lC (enter through library) Please note that the February meeting has been cancelled and the March meeting is occurring on the first Tuesday in March. Notes prepared by P. Windolf CENTRAL LAKE ONTARIO CONSERVATION AUTHORITY MINUTES NO. 1 ANNUAL AUTHORITY MEETING Tuesday, January 17, 2012 - 5:00 P.M. MEETING LOCATION: 100 WHITING AVENUE, OSHAWA AUTHORITY'S ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE, BOARDROOM Present: Members: Staff Other: Absent: P. Perkins, Chair B. Chapman, Vice Chair L. Coe S. Collier L. Corrigan J. Drumm A. England R. Hooper D. Mitchell T.D. Marimpietri J. Neal M. Novak P. Rodrigues C. Traill J.R. Powell, Chief Administrative Officer D. White, Director, Corporate Services 1 -4 REVIEWED BY Orvc- IN,4._ TO: ❑ COUNCIL 1- COUIJCIL ❑ FILE DIRECTION INFORMATION COPY TO: ❑ MAYOR ❑ N1EWERS ❑ CAO OF COU ?dC11- ❑ C01;h4UN1TY ❑ CORPORATE ❑ EMERGENCY SERVICES . SERVICES SE7VICES • ENGINEERING ❑ MUNICIPAL ❑ OPERATIONS SERVICES CLERK; • PLANNING ❑ SOLICITOR ❑ TREASURY SERVICES ❑ OTHER MUNICIPAL CLERK'S FILE B. Boardman, Administrative /Accounting Assistant H. Brooks, Director, Watershed Planning & Natural Heritage C. Darling, Director, Development Review & Regulation G. Geissberger, Marketing & Communications Coordinator P. Sisson, Director, Engineering & Field Operations G. SooChan, Director, Groundwater M. Stauffer, Administrative Assistant/Recording Secretary R. Wilmot, GIS Coordinator /Systems Administrator L. Backus, Municipality of Clarington J. Henry, City of Oshawa P. Lowe, Director, Watershed Stewardship & Community Outreach The Chair called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. and welcomed members to the 2012 Annual Authority Meeting. DECLARATIONS of interest by members on any matters herein contained. J. Neal declared an interest with Staff Report #5004 -12, Solar Application at CLOCA Office Site, as his spouse is employed with OPUC. Councillor Neal neither took part in discussion nor voted on the matter. .. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Res. #1 Moved by B. Chapman Seconded by R. Hooper THAT the Authority minutes of November 15, 2011 be adopted as circulated. CARRIED AUTHORITY ANNUAL MEETING — JANUARY 17, 2012 — PAGE 2 CHAIR'S REMARKS — P. Perkins — Milestones 2011: It has been a pleasure to serve as Chair of Central Lake Ontario Conservation In 2011 and I would like to share with Board Members and staff, this year's highlights. • Completed phase 1 of the Purple Woods Heritage Hall construction. • Completed the CLOSPA Assessment Report Amendments and Updates and Draft Source Water Protection Plan Policies. • Completed CLOCA's ultimate Natural Heritage System Methodology. • Completed Lynde and Oshawa Creek Phase 2 Watershed Management Alternatives and Options and Oshawa Creek Watershed Management Plan Existing Conditions. • Completed a Flood Relief Study for the Harmony and Farewell Creeks • Completed Phase 1 of the McLaughlin Bay Restoration Project. • Hosted a successful Giant Hogweed Management and Abatement Workshop for licensed practitioners across the province. • Designed and implemented the Taunton Road Erosion Protection Project. • Acquired 211 acres (85 hectares) of land at Long Sault, Crow's Pass and Enniskillen Conservation Areas, bringing our total landholdings to 5,627.96 acres (2,277.57 hectares). • We successfully engaged a variety of pollinators, monarch butterflies, Durham Region teachers and CLOCA staff and volunteers in creating a pollinator garden and hosting of a two day Monarch Teachers Network workshop at the Enniskillen Education Centre. • Completed the Heber Down Conservation Area Management Plan • Initiated the Share Point and CAD IMS GIS Enterprise systems for project and information management for CLOCA staff. • Implemented policy to support the Workplace Violence and Workplace Harassment and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Acts with support from our Job Creation Partnership Program. • Completed the Micro Renewable Electricity Project at CLOCA Headquarters C. Traill arrived at 5:05 p.m. ELECTION OF OFFICERS At this point, the meeting was turned over to Russ Powell, Chief Administrative Officer, who assumed the Chair and declared the positions of Chair and Vice -Chair vacant. Res. #2 Moved by M. Novak Seconded by B. Chapman THAT D. White and P. Sisson be designated as scrutineers; and, THAT in the event of an election, all ballots be destroyed. CARRIED Authoritv Chair Mr. Powell called for nominations for the position of Chair for 2012, and stated that no seconder was required. Nominations: J. Drumm nominated P. Perkins Res. #3 Moved by J. Neal Seconded by R. Hooper THAT nominations for the position of A uthority Chair be closed. CARRIED P. Perkins "stands" P. Perkins was declared Authority Chair for 2012, and conducted the remainder of the meeting. Authority Vice -Chair The Chair called for nominations for the position of Vice -Chair for 2012, and stated that no seconder was required. Nominations: J. Drumm nominated B. Chapman B. Chapman nominated T.D. Marimpietri Res. #4 Moved by J. Neal Seconded by M. Novak THAT nominations for the position of Authority Vice -Chair he closed CARRIED AUTHORITY ANNUAL MEETING - JANUARY 17, 2012 - PAGE 3 Authoritv Vice -Chair (continued) B. Chapman declines, with thanks T.D. Marimpietri "stands" T.D. Marimpietri was declared Authority Vice -Chair for 2012. CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (1) Staff Report #5003 -12 (attached as Schedule 6 -1) Conunon Membership — Different Boards Res. #5 Moved by B. Chapman Seconded by M. Novak THAT the Chair, Vice Chair and members of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority for 2012 be the Chair, Vice Chair and members of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Fund for 2012 and the Chair, Vice Chair and members of the Central Lake Ontario Source Protection Authority for 2012. CARRIED SIGNING OFFICERS D. Mitchell inquired about the practice that two staff can be signing officers. Discussion ensued. Res. #6 Moved by L. Coe Seconded by B. Chapman THAT the Signing Officers of the Authority be any two of the following. The Chair, Vice - Chair, Chief Administrative Officer /Secretary- Treasurer, and Director of Corporate Services. CARRIED S. Collier arrived at 5:11 p.m. SOLICITORS Res. #7 Moved by J. Drumm Seconded by R. Hooper THAT the firms Boychyn & Boychyn, Oshawa; Gardiner, Roberts, Toronto; Beard, Winter, Toronto; Hicks Morley, Toronto; and Borden Ladner Gervais, Toronto be appointer) Solicitors for the Authority, as required. CARRIED BORROWING BY -LAW Res. #8 . Moved by L. Coe Seconded by B. Chapman THAT any two of the following. The Chair, Vice- Chair, Chief Administrative Officer /Secretary- Treasurer, and Director of Corporate Services of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority are hereby authorizer) to borrow from time to time, by way of promissory note, from the Toronto - Dominion Bank, 4 Icing Street West, Oshawa, the sum or sums not exceeding $1,000,000 to meet immediate administrative and operational expenditures until the Province of Ontario grant and /or Regional levy have been received, and to give on behalf of the said Authority a promissory note or notes, sealed with the Corporate Seal and signed by the Chair or Vice - Chair and the Chief Administrative Officer /Secretary- Treasurer and/or the Director of Corporate Services for the monies so borrowed with interest which may be paid in advance or otherwise, at a rate not exceeding prime per annum. THAT all sums borrowed pursuant to the authority of this Resolution for the purpose mentioned herein shall, with interest thereon, be a charge upon the whole of the monies received or to be received, by the said Authority, as and when such monies are received. THAT the Chief Administrative Of and /or the Director of Corporate Services is hereby authorized and directed to apply in payment of all sums borrowed as aforesaid, together with the interest thereon, all of the monies hereinafter collected or receiver) by the said Authority from the Province of Ontario by way of a Grant or from the Regional Levy to be made in accordance with provisions of The Conservation Authorities Act. CARRIED AUTHORITY ANNUAL MEETING - JANUARY 17, 2012 - PAGE 4 CONSERVATION ONTARIO COUNCIL Res. #9 Moved by L. Coe Seconded by L. Corrigan THAT the Chair be appointed as the Authority's representative on the Conservation Ontario Council. Alternative designates are the Vice- Chair, the Chief Administrative Officer, and the Director of Corporate Services. CARRIED ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS (i)Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alteration to Shorelines and Watercourses Regulation #42/06 Res. #10 Moved by J. Neal Seconded by S. Collier THAT C. Darling, P. Sisson, T. Aikins, S. Gauley, T. Hetherington, D. Hope, A. Langmuir and W. Coulter be appointed Enforcement Officers under the Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alteration to Shorelines and Watercourses Regulation #42106. CARRIED (ii) Conservation Areas Regulation #101/92 Res. #11 Moved by J. Neal Seconded by S. Collier THAT T. Backus, H. Hirschfeld, J. Maas, B. De Waal and D. Hope be appointer) Enforcement Officers under the Conservation Areas Regulation #I0I192. CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE (1) Correspondence item #LCPA2 -24 from Township of Scugog/Kim Coates (attached as Schedule 12 -1 & 12 -2) Re: 2012 Capital Funding Request to Support Land Acquisition in the Crow's Pass Conservation Area (2) Correspondence item #ACCC10 -6 from Town of Whitby Public Works /Suzanne Beale (attached as Schedule 12 -18 & 12 -19) Re: Stormwater Management Capital Program, Town of Whitby (3) Correspondence from Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario (attached as Schedule 12 -23 & 12 -24) Re: Time for A Review of Ontario's Green Energy Act (4) Correspondence from Conservation Ontario/Don Pearson (attached as Schedule 12 -3 to 12 -17) Re: Meeting with Minister Gravelle P. Rodrigues asked for clarification regarding the Conservation Authorities' program value for money invested. R. Powell commented. Discussion ensued. (5) Correspondence from Monarch Watch/Orley R. "Chip" Taylor (attached as Schedule 12 -20 to 12 -22) Re: notification CLOCA has-been certified and registered as a Monarch Waystation M. Novak was excused at 5:15 p.m. D. Mitchell inquired about the location of the Monarch Waystation. P. Lowe was absent from the meeting; staff will provide information to Councillor Mitchell, upon her return. Res. # 12 Moved by L. Coe Seconded by B. Chapman - THAT the above correspondence items listed above be received for information. CARRIED AUTHORITY ANNUAL MEETING - JANUARY 17, 2012 - PAGE 5 DIRECTOR, DEVELOPMENT REVIEW & REGULATION (1) Staff Report #5006 -12 (attached as Schedule 13 -1. to 13 -3) Re: Applications for Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alteration to Shorelines and Watercourses - November 1 to December 31,.2011 Res. #13 Moved by L. Coe Seconded 6y T.D. Marimpietri THAT the applications (attached as Schedule 13 -1 to 13 -3), as issued by staff, be endorsed CARRIED (2) Staff Report: #5007 -12 (attached as Schedule 13 -4 to 13 -7) File No.-: W1 1-241-GBFH (IMS: PPSG1341) Applicant/Owner: 2276951 Ontario Inc./Wally Gupta Application: to place fill in flood plain, to construct new building kiosk, gas pumps and underground storage tanks, overhead canopy and associated parking area Location: 951 Dundas Street West, Southeast Corner Dundas and Jeffrey Streets . Part Lot 30, Concession 1, Town of Whitby Res. #14 Moved by L. Coe Seconded by T.D. Marimpietri THAT development application W1 241 -GBFH for the construction of a new gas bar with accessory kiosk (retail convenience store) be approved and that a permit be issued subject to the following conditions: 1. The project shall be carried out generally as per plans and reports submitted in support of the application as they may be amended through conditions of this permit (see Attachment 1). 2. Prior to the commencement of any development activities, sedimentation controls shall be erected around the - site sufficiently to prevent sediment from washing into adjacent ditches, streams, storm sewers or abutting natural areas. All controls shall be inspected on a regular basis and maintained in good working order to the satisfaction of Conservation Authority staff until all disturbed areas are stabilized. 3. A minimum elevation of 83.4 metres shall be maintained for any openings into the kiosk or bulk fuel storage tanks constructed under this permit. 4. Tank installation shall be undertaken in accordance with the `ZCL Composites Inc. Installation Manual Underground Storage Tanks for Flammable and Combustible Liquids Including Petroleum Products, Issue 6.06, 01/2010' assuming high water table conditions. S, The applicant shall provide survey verification from an Ontario Land Surveyor or other qualified person that site grading has been completed as per approved plans, and that openings into buildings and structures satisfy minimum elevations per Condition 3. 6. All disturbed areas shall be seeded, sodded, or stabilized in some other manner acceptable to the Authority as soon as possible and prior to the expiry of this permit. CARRIED DIRECTOR, WATERSHED PLANNING & NATURAL HERITAGE (1) Staff Report #5008 -12 (attached as Schedule 14 -1 to 14 -3) Watershed Plan Status Update Res. #15 Moved by B. Chapman Seconded by T.D. Mariinpietri THAT Staff Report #5008 -12 be received for information; THAT staff continue to proceed with the Watershed Management Planning Program; and, THAT staff report back to the Board of Directors at an appropriate time with a summary of program activity. CARRIED 0 clarin on Leading the Way 9t REPORT #1 REPORT TO COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 30, 2012 SUBJECT: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2012 RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. RECEIVE FOR INFORMATION (a) PSD- 008 -12 Official Plan Review Update (b) EGD- 004 -12 Monthly Report on Building Permit Activity for December, 2011 (c) ESD- 001 -12 Monthly Response Report — November, 2011 (d) ESD- 002 -12 Monthly Response Report — December, 2011 (e) CSD -001 -12 Newcastle & District Recreation Complex — Concession Operation Expression of Interest to Private Sector 2. DELEGATION OF HIDA MANNS, CLARINGTON REPRESENTATIVE TO THE DURHAM ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE (DEAC), REGARDING THE DURHAM ENVIRONMENTAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS THAT Hida Manns be thanked for her delegation and for bringing the awareness of the environment to our community; and THAT Council's decision be forwarded to the Region of Durham's Planning and Economic Development Department. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905 - 623 -3379 Report #1 3. LOCAL LOOK BACK PROJECT - 2 - January 30, 2012 THAT Report CLD- 003 -12 be received; and THAT the request to participate in the Local Look Back Project be referred to the Clarington Museums and Archives Board with input from the Clarington Heritage Committee for their consideration. 4. APPLICATION FOR A COMMON ELEMENTS DRAFT PLAN OF CONDOMINIUM, AND REVISIONS TO DRAFT PLANS OF SUBDIVISION 18T -87087 & 18T -89021 APPLICANT: HALLOWAY DEVELOPMENTS LTD. AND H &H PROPERTIES INC. THAT Report PSD- 005 -12 be received; THAT the application for a Common Elements Draft Plan of Condominium, and Revisions to Draft Approved Plans of Subdivision 18T -87087 and 18T- 89021, continue to be processed, including the preparation of a subsequent report considering all agency comments and comments received at the Public Meeting; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD- 005 -12 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. 5. WATERSHED MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR ROBINSON, AND TOOLEY CREEKS THAT Report PSD- 006 -12 be received; THAT AECOM be thanked and commended for their work in preparing the Watershed Management Plan for Robinson and Tooley Creeks; THAT the CLOCA staff be thanked for their assistance in reviewing the Watershed Management Plan Robinson and Tooley Creeks; THAT the Watershed Management Plan be received and referred to Staff for consideration during the Official Plan Review process; THAT the Existing Conditions Report and Watershed Management Plan be utilized for the preparation of the Secondary Plans, particularly for the South Courtice Employment Lands, a special project of the Official Plan Review; THAT the Special Study Area, in the northern portion of Robinson Creek, on the future Town Centre site be carried out to inform the Courtice Main Street Secondary Plan; Report #1 - 3 - January 30, 2012 THAT, as per Policy 24.6 of the Official Plan, the identified existing natural heritage features on Map 'C' be updated; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PSD- 006 -12 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. 6. GREEN PERMIT INITIATIVE — SHOWCASING WATER INNOVATION GRANT AND GREEN MUNICIPAL FUND GRANT THAT Report PSD- 007 -12 be received; THAT Council supports the partnership with the Region of Durham for the Green Permit Initiative; THAT Staff be authorized to apply to'the FCM — Green Municipal Fund Program; THAT the Municipality's financial contribution of $24,000 per year for the next three years be funded from the Municipal Government Enterprise Reserve Fund; THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary agreements; and THAT the interested parties list in Report PSD- 007 -12 be advised of Council's decision. 7. ANIMAL SERVICES QUARTERLY REPORT — OCTOBER — DECEMBER 2011 THAT Report CLD- 002 -12 be received; and THAT a copy of report CLD- 002 -12 be forwarded to the Animal Alliance of Canada. 8. REQUEST FOR REPORT - 24 HOUR ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES THAT Staff prepare a report on how the Municipality can provide Animal Control Services 24 hours a day, without relying on other Departments; and THAT the report give consideration on how other municipalities handle the same issue. 9. PROCESS FOLLOWED FOR SURVEYS: STRATEGIC PLAN & MEDIA HABITS THAT Report COD - 002 -12 be received; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report COD - 002 -12 be advised of Council's decision. Report #1 - 4 - January 30, 2012 10. LIST OF APPLICATIONS FOR CANCELLATION, REDUCTION, APPORTIONMENTS OR REFUND OF TAXES THAT Report FND- 003 -12 be received; and THAT the list, attached to Report FND - 003 -12, of applications for cancellation, reduction, apportionments or refund of taxes be approved. 11. CLARINGTON BEECH CENTRE PARKING — REQUEST TO ALLOCATE FUNDS WHEREAS the 26 Beech Avenue property was purchased solely for the Older Adults of Clarington 14 years ago; AND WHEREAS they were assured that parking would be made available when necessary. With their current membership registrations and successful programming and events this time has arrived; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of Clarington allocate funds within 2012 to provide a solution to the Clarington Beech Centre parking situation. C1 0 arin on Leading the Way 9t REPORT #2 REPORT TO COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 30, 2012 SUBJECT: SPECIAL GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 2012 RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. THAT all recommendations from the Special General Purpose and Administration Committee of Friday, January 27, 2012 be approved. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905 - 623 -3379 SUMMARY OF BY -LAWS January 30, 2012 BY -LAWS 2012 -004 Being a by -law to designate the property known for municipal purposes as 20 Horsey Street, Bowmanville, Municipality of Clarington as a property of historic or architectural value or interest under the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18 (Approved by Council on December 5, 2011) MEMO I Leading the Way CLERK'S To: Mayor Foster and Members of Council From: Patti L. Barrie, Municipal Clerk Date: January 27, 2012 Subject: COUNCIL AGENDA — JANUARY 30, 2012 Please be advised of the following regarding Monday's meeting: DELEGATIONS See final list of delegations attached. CORRESPONDENCE Receive for Information 1 - 7 Kevin Anyan, Valleys 2000 Fundraising Team, introducing "A River Runs Through Us", a project in support of Valleys 2000, a non-profit, community-based volunteer organization dedicated to the rehabilitation and environmental enhancement of the Bowmanville Creek Valley and the Soper Creek Valley; advising of "A River Runs Through Us" Gala Dinner to be held on Friday March 2, 2012, at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex in support of the Valleys 2000 Fish Passage & Trail Extension featuring General (Ret'd) Rick Hillier speaking on "Leadership in the Your Community"; indicating that the project has also been submitted to the Molson Coors Community Cheer program for consideration where Molson is donating $1 million to Canadian communities to support projects and initiatives across Canada that help promote a healthy, active lifestyle in local communities noting the project has successfully reached and surpassed the goal of getting to the next stage; and, advising the Fundraising Team looks forward to sharing their progress and hopes they can count on Council's support. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C 3A6 T 905-623-3379 F 905-623-6506 CLERK'S DEPARTMENT MEMO PAGE 2 Receive for Direction D - 7 John R. O'Toole, MPP, Durham, advising that Ontario's Members of Provincial Parliament have been invited to nominate young women under the age of 18 for the annual Leading Girls Building Communities Award, an award to recognize girls who demonstrate exceptional leadership in working to improve the lives of others in their schools or communities; forwarding information and a nomination form for reference; and, requesting Council's assistance in providing names of young women from Clarington who would be suitable candidates. Mr. O'Toole is requesting that names be submitted by February 7, 2012. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Municipal Clerk to place on the Municipality's website) D - 8 Frank Filippo, Vice President, Development and Planning, Intracorp, owners of land at the northwest corner of Trulls Road and Bloor Street currently designated Future Urban Residential and Environmental Protection in the Clarington Official Plan; expressing concern that the methodology and assumptions applied to the Watershed Management Plan are not consistent with current policies and guidelines and result in development restrictions to the property and that implementation of the Watershed plan remains a concern as there is no existing policy which describes the basic approach; forwarding correspondence from their planning and environmental consultants summarizing specific concerns with the delineation of both the Functionai Natural Heritage System and Targeted Natural Heritage System; and, trusting that if and when any process to amend the Official Plan status of their land is initiated, they will be duly notified and provided with the opportunity to preserve their development rights. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Director of Planning Services) STAFF REPORT(S) 1. Confidential Verbal Report of the Solicitor-Application for Expropriation of Lands Necessary for the Reconstruction of a Portion of Elliott Road 601k- Patti L. Barrie MO Municipal Clerk PLB/cf Attachment cc: Frank Wu, Chief Administrative Officer Department Heads i FINAL LIST OF DELEGATIONS January 30, 2012 a) Kevin Anyan, Steve Kay and Erin O'Toole, Valleys 2000 Fundraising Team — "A River Runs Through Us" Gala Dinner (Correspondence Item I — 7) i i HANDOUT/CIRCULATIONS COUNCIL A River Runs Through Us In support of Valleys 2000 Campaign Overview A River Runs Through Us In support of Valleys 2000 • A River Runs Through Us is being run to promote the Fish Ladder project by using a branding and imagery that will attract interest and new people to the project • Valleys 2000 remains the charity and the central cause A River Runs Through Us In support of Valleys 2000 The Campaign has 3 aspects: 1. An Online Branding Campaign; 2. Molson Community Cheer contest; and 3. Gala Dinner Event 1. Online Branding Campaign • Website —fresh look, more capability and complimentary to other efforts • facebook Page — already in place with 246 members and growing • Twitter — RvrRunsThruUs — regular updates VALLEYS A.Miracle in the Making ..rw L ABOUT US PROJECTS EVENTS LINKS U.erribers A Rr.-er RunsThrough L s Previous Events Ongoing Prcjec-s ;' crax729 2012 Your Community Cheer b7a&m& 0 comments Molson Coors Community Cheer is donating up to 51 mUflon to Canadian communities. We recently submitted A River Runs Through Us for consideration, needing 225 community cheers to get to the next stage. Thanks to people Eke you, we reached and surpassed that goal. Thankyou! CONNECT M T-Jccer a FEcebook CATEGORIES CONTACT US A River Runs Through, tis _i AReverRursThrc,L;Eh L-T e trat system, t = a vieving brio ge :—ectsar: 2. Molson Community Cheer • Molson Community Cheer is a grant application program for causes that bring the community together and encourage people to be active. • We needed to hiqhliqht the trails as much as the Fish Ladder to promote the active lifestyle • A River Runs Through Us made the finals of this program • 225 "Cheers" required through online promotion and then some judging will factor in • We applied fora $20 -40K Grant COMMLnItyCheer 0 0 Previous Proiect t All Propects t A River Runs Through CJs Glaringtonr ON V 7�1 About this project To further the development of the hiking, trails and the Irving outdoor actn+rty area within the Bowmanvdie Creek Vslley, which is a river valley running through the heart of Bom-manvtlle, Ontario_ The trail and river development ai':ous for hiking, biking, snow shoeing and sluing throughout the valley_ This latest expansion of the project will include extension of hiking trails along the creek, construction of a bridge that will connect trail systems and offer sn outdoor education area, as well as the building of a new fish passage along Bowmanville Creek to allow for MOLSON Next Project Give it a 10 Twet 53 or a This project Is considered for funding when It reaches 225 cheers Supporters �wwrwu�;ti�wwwa�u �wwrww�+;w�aw� wwwauowww� 8128 as& YMY oru M �wwif YYOpYIYYIY A9M, 3. Gala Dinner Event • General (Ret'd) Rick Hillier, a profile leader and avid fisherman • A one -time, innovative and "must attend" event for community leaders and businesses • March 2 "d, 6PM at Rickard Centre • $150 /ticket, approx $75 tax receipt • Goal is 200 to attend • Silent Auction &Fish Pond at event A River Runs Through Us Gala Dinner presented by Valleys 2000 , Featuring General) (Ret'd) Fick Hillier, OC, CMM, M1SCr CD Renowned Leader, Speaker & Angler Senior Advisor, TD Funk Group "Leadership in your Communityll Friday March 2, 2012 Garnet B. (Rickard Recreation Complex 2440 Highway 2, Bowmanuille Reception 6:00 PM Dinner 7:30 PM 5150 per person, tables. of 8 51100 A tax receipt of approximately 560 per ticket will he provided Proceeds will support the Valleys 2000 Fish Passage & Trail Extension Please email tori.kay@rogers.cam should you have any special dietary needs. • Pre - Dinner VIP Reception for your table guests • Photograph for each guest with General Hillier • Autographed Hillier Book for each guest DINNER SPONSOR + Preferred Prime Corporate Table (8) (EXCLUSIVE) • Name associated with event in all media $15,000 + Opportunity for brief remarks at Dinner + Most prominent signage throughout the Dinner • Full page acknowledgement in Dinner Program • Charitable Tax Receipt or Advertising Expense • Pre- Dinner VIP Reception for your table guests • Photograph for each guest with General Hillier, • Autographed Hillier Book for each guest BOLD SPONSOR • Prime Corporate Table (8) $8,000 • Prominent signage throughout the Dinner • Puff page acknowledgement in Dinner Program • Charitable Tax Receipt or Advertising Expense + Autographed Hillier Book for each guest SILVER SPONSOR • Prime Corporate Table (8) $.5,000 • Sig nage throughout the Dinner Quarter Q page acknowledgement in Dinner Program • Charitable Tax Receipt or Advertising Expense + Corporate Table (8) CORPORATE TABLE • Signage throughout the Dinner $2,000 • Acknowledgement in Dinner Program + Charitable Tax Receipt or Advertising Expense • 4 Tickets to the Dinner • Sponsor of Pre-dinner Reception RECEPTION e Name associated with Entertainment on signage SPONSOR • Mention at the Podium by MC X3,000 • Charitable Tax Receipt or Advertising (Expense + 4 Tickets to VIP Reception 4 Tickets to the Dinner DINNER PROGRAM( • Full Back Page of Dinner Program SPONSOR • Mention at the Podium by MC • Charitable Tax Receipt or Advertising Expense $3,000 • Signage on Each Table for Wine Sponsor • Recognition in Dinner Program TABLE WINE • Quarter page acknowledgement in Dinner Piograrn SPONSOR • Charitable Tax Receipt cr Advertising Expense $2,500 • Recognition in Dinner Program PHOTOGRAPHY • Opportunity to Brand if in -kind sponsor SPONSOR • Charitable Tax Receipt or Advertising Expense $2,000 A River Runs Through Us In support of Valleys 2000 Questions? iver Runs rout In support of Valleys 2000 "_ A River Runs Through Us Announces March 2 Gala Dinner with General Rick Hillier, in support of Valleys 2000 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CLARINGTON, January 31, 2012 — One of Canada's most admired leaders, General (Ret'd) Rick Hiller, is coming to Bowmanville on March 2nd in support of A River Runs Through Us, the latest fundraising campaign from Valleys 2000 General (Ret'd) Hillier will speaking at the March 2nd A River Runs Through Us Dinner Gala at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex in Bowmanville, where he will be joined by community leader and other special guests. A recent Order of Canada recipient, Hillier is a sought -after speaker and bestselling author, best known for his work as Canada's Chief of Defence Staff from 2005 to 2009, where he helped rebuild a proud military and inspired thousands of Canadians both in and out of uniform. An avid fisherman, Hillier is pleased to bring his support to Valleys 2000 and A River Runs Through Us, with the generous support of TD Bank Group, where he is a Senior Advisor. In addition to General Hillier's keynote speech, the Dinner Gala promises a fantastic evening complete with dinner by renowned King's Court Catering, music and a silent auction jam - packed with coveted items, all to raise money to support the Valleys 2000 conservation work in the Bowmanville Creek Valley; specifically, to build a much - needed fish passage and trail extension. Over the last ten years, Valleys 2000 has built and maintained a beautiful hiking trail system through the Bowmanville Creek Valley, allowing Durham residents and visitors enjoy their natural surroundings in a way that promotes an active and responsible lifestyle. A River Runs Through Us is the latest stage of the Valleys 2000 project, which is focused on raising funds to build a fish passage along Bowmanville Creek, expand the trail system and build an outdoor education area for children. This new fish passage is crucial to help preserve the spawning of the fragile trout and salmon stocks that journey up Bowmanville Creek — one of the most essential spawning waterways in Ontario — each year. In addition to the gala dinner, A River Runs Through Us is also one of the finalist communities in the Molson Coors Community Cheer program, which allows communities to compete for grant funding for community projects that bring a community together in a manner that promotes active lifestyles and environmentally sensitive projects. A River Runs Through Us was the third community (out of 68) to reach the required 225 online Cheers threshold to be considered for funding and remains in the top 10 with three weeks to go. "Almost everyone in Clarington can share a story of a special time spent in the Bowmanville Creek Valley" said Erin O'Toole, co -chair of the gala dinner. "Whether it was watching fish jump at the Van Stone Mill years ago, learning to fish along the banks or enjoying the nature trail system built in the last ten years, a river (or creek) really does run through our community at its heart. This explains why our community is among the leaders in the Molson Community Cheer campaign and why there is great interest on this dinner. Everyone wants to lend their support." Ticket sales and corporate support for the Dinner Gala are already building quickly. A River Runs Through Us is delighted and grateful to announce, thus far, Gold Level Sponsor support of TD Bank Group and Metropia and are speaking with other local businesses and employers about their support for Valleys 2000 and the March 2nd Gala Dinner. Organizers encourage the community to come out and support A River Runs Through Us and Valleys 2000 on March 2. Attendees will enjoy an inspiring and entertaining event while raising funds to support their community's living park that runs through our community. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit htt Nalleys2000.ca( events/ or call (905) 623 -9063. -30- A River Runs Through Us Gala Dinner Details: Friday, March 2, 2012 Reception: 6 p.m. Dinner: 7:30 p.m. Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex 2440 Highway 2, Bowmanville More about Valleys 2000 and A River Runs Through Us: A River Runs Through Us is an online promotional campaign and gala dinner fundraiser in support of Valleys 2000. Valleys 2000 is a registered charity and community -based volunteer organization that for the last decade has led the rehabilitation and environmental enhancement of the two Bowmanville valleys, Bowmanville Creek Valley and Soper Creek Valley. 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