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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/25/2000�{ MUNICIPALITY OF arington 2 wa DATE: APRIL 25, 2000 TIME: 7:00 P.M. PLACE: COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRAYERS ROLL CALL DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Minutes of a meeting of Council held on April 10, 2000 PUBLIC HEARING In accordance with Section 20 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, the Council of the Municipality of Clarington is holding a hearing into a complaint filed by Aird & Berlis on behalf of Ridge Pine Park Inc., owner and operator of Wilmot Creek (Correspondence Item D - 5) PRESENTATION Municipality of Clarington's Marketing, Tourism and Communications Department - Frozen in Time Photo Contest DELEGATIONS 1. Scott Creed, 150 Tamblyn Road, Orono, LOB 1MO - Request to be added to Schedule "C" of the Exotic Animal By -law 2. Otto Provenzano, 309 Kenwood Road, Whitby, L1N 2G2 - 1678 Highway 2, Courtice, Snow Clearing and Sidewalks COMMUNICATIONS Receive for Information I - 1 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham - Waste Diversion Organization CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLAWNGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET • BOWMANVILt_E ^ ONTARIO • LIC 3A6 = (965) 623 -3379 • FAX 623 -4169 RECYCLED PAPER WEBSiTE: www .municipality.claringtarl.on.ca Council Agenda - 2 - April 25, 2000 I - 2 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham - Interim Report from the Public Works Officials "Who does What" Committee I - 3 Ian D. Macnab, General Manager /Secretary - Treasurer, Kawartha Conservation Authority - Arbour Rain Barrels I - 4 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham - Review of the Durham Regional Official Plan I - 5 Executive of the Clarington Boy's Slo -Pitch Association - Presentation of Cheque I - 6 Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee dated March 21, 2000 I - 7 Milt Wilson, Fire Chief, City of Oshawa - Fire and Emergency Services Training I - 8 Minutes of the Valleys 2000 (Bowmanville) Inc. meeting dated March 23, 2000 I - 9 Minutes of the Valleys 2000 (Bowmanville) Inc. meeting dated April 6, 2000 I-10 John Wiersma, President & Chief Executive Officer, Veridian Corporation - Acquisition of Port Hope Hydro I - 11 Hazel McCallion, Mayor, City of Mississauga - Restructuring in the 905 Areas 1-12 Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs - Changes in the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs I - 13 Charles E. Packer, Site Vice President, Darlington Nuclear Generating Station - Annual Report Cards for Ontario Power Generation Nuclear and Darlington Nuclear I - 14 Ross Fitchett, Public Affairs, Pickering Nuclear - Monthly Report Card for Ontario Power Generation Nuclear and Pickering and Darlington Nuclear I - 15 Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs - Letter Sent to Sandy Archibald regarding her concerns for the Future of the Integrated Pest Management Program I - 16 Helen Johns, Minister of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation - Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship I - 17 I.L. Goucher, Public Information Coordinator, VE55 Camp X - Camp X on the Air Again Council Agenda - 3 - April 25, 2000 I - 18 Jim Murphy, Director of Government Relations, Greater Toronto Home Builders' Association - Alternative Financing Proposals for Various Projects 1-19 Minutes of the Animal Advisory Committee Meeting dated March 15, 2000 1-20 Deb Street - Tall Ship Millennium Challenge 1-21 Charlene Lavigne, Deputy City Cleric, the City of Guelph - Smoking By -law 1-22 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated March 20, 2000 1-23 David Anderson, Minister of Environment - Species at Risk Act 1-24 Helen Johns, Minister of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation - Community Action Awards 1-25 Tony Clement, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing - Direct Democracy Through Municipal Referendum Act, 2000 1-26 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority meeting dated April 18, 2000 I - 27 Sam Synard, President, Federation of Canadian Municipalities - FCM -CH2M Sustainable Community Award 1-28 Gary Lounsbury, Chair, District Health Council - Inaugural Newsletter 1-29 James M. Flaherty, Attorney General, Minister Responsible for Native Affairs - Safe Streets Act, 1999 1-30 The Corporation of the Township of Uxbridge - Provincial Offences Act 1-31 Association of Municipalities of Ontario - Yet More Provincial Changes to How Municipalities Operate 1-32 Association of Municipalities of Ontario - Province Needs to Clarify What is "Within the Municipal Jurisdiction" Receive for Direction D - 1 Sherry Bonazza, President, Darlington Soccer Club - Fireworks Display D-2 Nancy Savoie, 3 Downham Drive, Bowmanville, L1C 4G8 -Residential Parking Council Agenda - 4 - April 25, 2000 D - 3 Norman R. Johnston, 30 Farncomb Crescent, Bowmanville, L1C 4L5 - On- Street Parking D-4 Marl-, R. Joly, Vice Principal, St. Stephen's Secondary School - Walk- A -Thon D - 5 Robert G. Doumani, Aird & Berlis, Barristers and Solicitors - Complaint filed in accordance with Section 20 of the Development Charges Act D-6 John Fletcher, Committee Member, Canada Day 2000, Orono - Requesting Permission to Rent the Orono Park Swimming Pool D-7 R.J. Douglas, Town Clerk, Town of Richmond Hill - Adult Entertainment Services D - 8 Association of Municipalities of Ontario - Cultural Clubs and Non Profit Halls D - 9 Brian Knott, Director of Legal Services /Clerk, Municipality of Chatham -Kent - Drainage Act D - 10 Carol Bowie and Steve Best, 1999 -2000 National Presidents, Kinsmen Kinette - "Message -of- Support" in Kin's National Magazine MOTION NOTICES OF MOTION Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Mutton WHEREAS youth and children sometimes find themselves in places and situations that may create fear and difficult times for them; WHEREAS youth and children in the downtown areas don't have any place to seek assistance or protection; WHEREAS youth, and especially children, have been taught not to speak or go anywhere with strangers; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the Council of the Municipality of Clarington invite merchants and businesses throughout the Municipality to volunteer to provide assistance and a safe temporary site for our children and youth during business hours; Council Agenda - 5 - April 25, 2000 THAT the Municipality provide funds up to $5,000 to be drawn from Account #7007 -X -298 for indoor displays and material required for this project and the project be called: "We Care About Our Young People" Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Mutton REPORTS WHEREAS the world is celebrating the millennium year 2000; WHEREAS there are many special organized events to marls this time in our history; WHEREAS Clarington is holding the "Back Yard Festival" which commences on April 291h with the Clarke Museum's 30th Anniversary and ending with a huge fireworks display on May 22, 2000; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Clarington's Council encourage all property owners within Clarington to plant a tree of their choice to mark this milestone and if possible make it a family event. General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of April 17, 2000 2. Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of April 17, 2000 3. Report ADMIN -12 -00 - Future Prospects of the Municipality of Clarington 4. Report SOL -2 -00 - Extension of the "Unwinding Date" Provided in the Principles of Understanding between Blue Circle Canada Inc. and the Municipality of Clarington dated November 3, 1997 5. Confidential Verbal Report from the Solicitor - Legal Matter UNFINISHED BUSINESS BY -LAWS OTHER BUSINESS (a) Regional Update (b) Committee /Boards Update Council Agenda - 6 - April 25, 2000 BY -LAW TO APPROVE ALL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT SUMMARY OF CORRESPONDENCE APRIL 25, 2000 CORRESPONDENCE FOR INFORMATION I - 1 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the Region of Durham on April 5, 2000, passed the following resolution regarding Waste Diversion Organization: "THAT Report #2000 -WR -7 of the Commissioner of Works be received for information and that a copy be forwarded. to the Municipality of Clarington and Councillor David Ryan, City of Pickering." (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) I — 2 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the Region of Durham on April 5, 2000, passed the following resolution regarding the Interim Report from the Public Works Officials "Who does What" Committee: "a) THAT the `Who Does What' Service Review Interim Report from the Public Works Officials within Durham, attached to Report #2000 -W -31 of the Commissioner of Works, be received for information; b) THAT the progress made so far by the `Who Does What' Committee be supported; C) THAT the `Who Does What' Committee be encouraged to continue and to meet the guidelines set by Regional Council; and d) THAT a copy of Report #2000 -W -31 be forwarded to the area municipalities." (Receive for Information) 1-3 Ian D. Macnab, General Manager /Secretary - Treasurer, Kawartha Conservation Authority, announcing that Kawartha Conservation is now the distributor of Arbour rain barrels. The use of rain barrels to collect water for later use in lawn and garden watering is an excellent means of conserving water and ensuring a healthier and cleaner environment. Public response to this initiative has been very positive and they are seeking our cooperation to further promote this conservation initiative. The barrels cost $70.00 plus PST. People wishing to purchase barrels can do so from the Kawartha Conservation office at Ken Reid Conservation Area. They believe that the barrels are a good means of conserving water and that the public very much appreciates the opportunity of obtaining them locally, at a reasonable cost, with the knowledge that their purchase supports conservation. (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence - 2 - April 25, 2000 I - 4 P.M. Madill, Regional Cleric, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the Region of Durham on April 5, 2000, passed the following resolution regarding the review of the Durham Regional Official Plan: "a) THAT the initiation of the Durham Regional Official Plan review, outlined in Report 92000 -P -26 of the Commissioner of Planning, be endorsed; and b) THAT a copy of Report #2000 -P -26 of the Commissioner of Planning be forwarded to the area municipalities, Conservation Authorities in Durham and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing." (Receive for Information) I - 5 Executive of the Clarington Boy's Slo -Pitch Association, thanking the Municipality of Clarington for the warm reception they received when they presented their cheque to Council. They believe that this is the direction that all teams should take as a partner in the community. This will improve the diamonds for all the kids without taxing the Municipality's budget. Hopefully this sets a precedent for other Leagues to follow. This way, in a short time, there will be a lot more diamonds available to our children and our town. (Receive for Information) I - 6 Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee dated March 21, 2000. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) I - 7 Milt Wilson, Fire Chief, City of Oshawa, advising that the Council of the City of Oshawa passed the following recommendation regarding Fire and Emergency Services training: "THAT Council supports the concept of a jointly managed training facility and that this recommendation is forwarded to all Durham municipal councils seeking their participation in a feasibility study of the concept." (Receive for Information) I - 8 Minutes of the Valleys 2000 (Bowmanville) Inc. meeting dated March 23, 2000. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) I - 9 Minutes of the Valleys 2000 (Bowmanville) Inc. meeting dated April 6, 2000. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence -3 - April 25, 2000 1-10 John Wiersma, President & Chief Executive Officer, Veridian Corporation, providing a copy of the press release on their acquisition of Port Hope Hydro. Port Hope Hydro is in their long term strategic interest due to its proximity to Clarington. The new Clarington/Port Hope Service Centre will have the critical mass for their held operations east of Oshawa. Port Hope Hydro also has significant in terms of long term shareholder value. The distribution system is in excellent condition and Port Hope has a high proportion of industrial load. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) I - 11 Hazel McCallion, Mayor, City of Mississauga, writing to The Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, advising that the City of Mississauga on March 29, 2000, passed the following recommendation: "WHEREAS the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing was sent a copy of the report dated January 2000 prepared by the mayors of Markham, Vaughan, Burlington, Brampton, Newmarket and Mississauga which requested that the Province proceed with the job of restructuring in the 905 areas; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the City of Mississauga at its meeting on January 19, 2000, passed Resolution 0018- 2000 requesting that the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing deal with the six Mayors' report on the restructuring of municipal government in the 905 Regions by the end of February 2000; AND WHEREAS the Minister has advised by letter dated March 16, 2000, that the Provincial Government is awaiting the report of the Greater Toronto Services Board (GTSB) regarding its roles and responsibilities; AND WHEREAS the Mississauga Members of Council are concerned that this report be dealt with by the current members who are familiar with the GTSB; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing request that this report be submitted to the GTSB at the latest by early November 2000 in order that the present members are able to deal with the matter." (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence - 4 - April 25, 2000 1-12 Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, responding to the Administrator - Clerk, Township of Scugog regarding the recent changes in the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. He is pleased to provide further clarification about the future business direction of the ministry. This direction, while significant, is in fact a stage is an evolution that has been occurring for some time. As we enter the new millennium, the ministry must provide provincial leadership on a number of critical issues facing rural Ontario. A framework is under development to balance livestock production, environmental concerns, and rural non -farm interests. The ministry will focus on the quality and accessibility of our rural water supply, as well as address food safety and on -farm food quality concerns, continue to improve pesticide use, and explore the potential of genetically modified foods. The realignment of OMAFRA will assist in meeting these challenges. Through their provincial specialists and program leads, as well as regional economic development staff, they will continue to provide information directly to clients in a number of ways including their popular publications, factsheets, and over the Internet. Ministry specialists located in 13 resource centres and seven co- locations will have many opportunities to meet and interact with farmers across the province as they continue to tackle key issues facing the agriculture and food sectors. Staff at six northern sites will work regionally with clients while 16 regional information coordinators will be located across southern Ontario. Their role will be to help increase awareness in the agri -food community of emerging trends and technologies and identify issues that arise in the region. They will co- ordinate and market the resources of the ministry to the agri -food and rural community by providing information through media releases, articles and speaking engagements to various groups. They will also work closely with staff of Government Information Centres, two of which are located in Whitby and Lindsay, to ensure that information is also made available to clients through these locations. (Receive for Information) 1-13 Charles E. Packer, Site Vice President, Darlington Nuclear Generating Station, providing Council with the annual report cards for Ontario Power Generation Nuclear and Darlington Nuclear. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) I - 14 Ross Fitchett, Public Affairs, Pickering Nuclear, providing Council with their monthly Report Card for Ontario Power Generation Nuclear and Pickering and Darlington Nuclear. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence -5 - April 25, 2000 1-15 Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, advising Council of a letter sent to Sandy Archibald regarding her concerns for the future of the Integrated Pest Management program. This government is committed to providing the information to farm and rural families that will ensure they are able to make sound business decisions. Several of their strong provincial grower organizations, private sector consultants and not - for - profit sector groups have the ability to act as deliverers of information and expertise. It is now necessary to redirect resources to providing solutions to the key critical provincial issues identified by farm organizations. These issues include the quality and accessibility to our rural water supply, food safety and on -farm food quality concerns, improved pesticide use and exploring the potential of genetically modified foods. The realignment of OMAFRA will assist in meeting these challenges. OMAFRA will establish 13 sites across Ontario, known as resource centres where specialists will be able to provide expert information to farmers and agri- business across the province. An enhanced number of pathways are being developed to deliver information, including the award winning Internet web site and contact through provincial events, such as the Horticultural Crops Conference and the media and farm press. In addition, specialist staff will provide new technology interpretation and training to agri- business staff and private consultants through workshops, seminars and conferences. Farm and rural organizations are maturing and well organized to be key points of delivery for OMAFRA programs. They are working closely with the Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Growers' Association and the Ontario Apple Commission to ensure the continuity of technology transfer to Ontario growers. (Receive for Information) 1-16 Helen Johns, Minister of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation, requesting nominations for the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship. Established in 1973, the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship recognizes and encourages the virtues of good citizenship by honouring Ontarians who have made outstanding public contributions through exceptional long -term efforts. The award reflects their acts of selflessness, generosity and kindness, and outstanding contributions to community life. Among the 336 past recipients of this award are the founders of Bereaved Families of Ontario, a self -help, mutual aid organization, who were honoured for their outstanding contributions to the province; a woman who co- founded the Kingston and District Association of Parents of Physically Handicapped Children to help parents of disabled children; and the co- ordinator of the Sault Search and Rescue Unit who was responsible for exceptional volunteer training and fund- raising events for the unit. The deadline for receiving nomination forms is April 28, 2000. (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence - 6 - April 25, 2000 1-17 I.L. Goucher, Public Information Coordinator, VE55 Camp X on the Air Again, advising Council of a commemoration for the heroes of Camp X with the return of Camp X to the air. Camp X was where `secret agents' trained before being parachuted into Nazi occupied territory to not only lead the resistance movement, but to provide valuable information to invading Allied Armies. This event will commemorate the fifty -fifth anniversary of VE Day, May 8, 2000. On May 6th, 7th and 8th, Amateur Radio operators will be setting up a Special Event Amateur Radio station on the grounds of Camp X Intrepid Park, Whitby. (Receive for Information) 1-18 Jim Murphy, Director of Government Relations, Greater Toronto Home Builders' Association, advising Council of a letter Mr. Murphy sent to the Mayor of the City of Brampton regarding alternative financing proposals for various projects within the City of Brampton. The City of Brampton suggested that a "voluntary" payment of approximately $1,000 be applied to every single family home in Brampton to finance a theatre and central square in downtown Brampton. At the meeting there were other ideas tabled for creative financing. They wish to inform the City of Brampton that the building and development industry cannot afford to pay "voluntary" charges for projects, no matter how important. The second reason for writing this letter is to suggest that municipalities across the GTA and indeed Ontario all face the same challenge - dealing with increased responsibilities from the province and federal governments while financing costs from a limited tax base - property taxes, development charges and building permit fees. The development and building industry pays the majority of these costs that are then passed along to purchasers. GTHBA would suggest that in Mayor Robertson's role as Chair of the GTA Mayors and Chairs, they strike a Municipal Finance Sub - Committee to examine other revenue sources to these traditional revenues. These could include many creative measures that several American municipalities have access to but are prohibited within Ontario. (Receive for Information) 1-19 Minutes of the Animal Advisory Committee Meeting dated March 15, 2000. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) 1-20 Deb Street sending a post card to the Mayor and Members of Council thanking them for their generosity and support in the Tall Ship Millennium Challenge. She thanks Council for making her dreams come true. Ms. Street will update us on her amazing experience on the high seas when she returns. Because of our support she has reached her goals and she is ready to take her challenge aboard these tall ships to represent youth/Canada/Bowmanville. (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence - 7 - April 25, 2000 I - 21 Charlene Lavigne, Deputy City Clerk, the City of Guelph, advising that the Council of the City of Guelph on April 3, 2000, passed the following resolution: "THAT By -law (1995) - 14892, known as the smoking by -law, be amended to designate bingo halls and bowling alleys to be smoke free by September 30, 2000; AND THAT this resolution be circulated to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and municipalities with a population of 50,000 or greater." (Receive for Information) I - 22 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated March 20, 2000. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) 1-23 David Anderson, Minister of Environment, advising Council that he expects to table the Species at Risk Act (SARA) in the House of Commons next week. Following years of consultation and debate, the federal government has developed comprehensive legislation to protect species at risk on all lands throughout Canada. To provide effective species and habitat protection, they have chosen a balanced approach that works on the ground. SARA will ensure that science is the foundation for assessing which species are at risk. It creates mechanisms and powers to act upon scientific assessments by mandating plans to recover species. Furthermore, SARA will provide encouragement and incentives for Canadians, including landowners, land users and municipalities, to protect critical habitat through voluntary stewardship activities. Such cooperative activities are the best means to protect species, and are the preferred approach. However, where such measures are insufficient, SARA will provide the federal government with the authority to protect critical habitat anywhere in the country. SARA will also enable compensation to be paid to landowners and land users for losses suffered as a result of unexpected and unusual impacts from the user of prohibitions against alteration or destruction of identified critical habitat. Mr. Anderson is hoping that he can count on the Municipality of Clarington's support as a municipal representative to meet our responsibility to the world and to future generations to protect our wildlife and species at risk. (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence - 8 - April 25, 2000 1-24 Helen Johns, Minister of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation, inviting the Municipality of Clarington to participate in the Community Action Awards. The Province of Ontario recognizes individuals who have endeavoured to improve the lives of persons with disabilities and make Ontario a better place. Each spring fifteen Ontarians are chosen to receive the Community Action Award. These individuals will have made a significant contribution to their communities by promoting integration and independence, or will have shown commitment and dedication to developing the integration and independence, or will have shown commitment and dedication to developing the potential of persons with disabilities and improving their quality of life. As in past years, recipients will be people who have shown leadership in preventing and removing barriers that impede the full participation of persons with disabilities in our society and economy. The deadline for returning nomination forms is Friday, May 5, 2000. (Receive for Information) 1-25 Tony Clement, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, advising Council that he is introducing legislation that would establish rules relating to questions on municipal ballots and make the results of such questions binding on local councils if voter turnout was sufficient. This government feels that putting questions on municipal ballots is a means of improving accountability and public trust in government. This bill is therefore intended to strengthen the role of voters in the local democratic process. The Direct Democracy Through Municipal Referendums Act, 2000 also builds on the initiatives of the Fewer Municipal Politicians Act, 1999, so it addresses reform in other municipalities as well. (Receive for Information) I - 26 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority meeting dated April 18, 2000. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) 1-27 Sam Synard, President, Federation of Canadian Municipalities, encouraging the Municipality of Clarington to apply for the FCM -CH2M Sustainable Community Award. The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and CH2M Hill, one of North America's leading engineering and environmental services firms, are proud to recognize excellence in municipal service delivery that contributes to a sustainable future. Municipal governments can be key players in global efforts to protect out climate. Sharing municipal best practices makes good economic sense too. Building retrofits, more effective water treatment and distribution, waste reduction, improved fleet management, innovative policies and by -laws, etc., can help reduce municipal operating costs, while having a positive impact on the environment. They encourage municipal governments of all population sizes to apply for the FCM -CH2M Sustainable Community Award. Summary of Correspondence - 9 - April 25, 2000 Winners will receive prizes that help advance sustainable development in their communities. Application forms must be received by FCM no later than April 28, 2000. (Receive for Information) 1-28 Gary Lounsbury, Chair, District Health Council, sending Council a copy of their inaugural newsletter. The Council is committed to communicating with the many stakeholders within the District Health Council's geographic planning area and their newsletter is one venue that they hope will assist in disseminating information about Council and its activities. (Receive for Information) 1-29 James M. Flaherty, Attorney General, Minister Responsible for Native Affairs, regarding the Safe Streets Act, 1999, which he understands has given rise to certain concerns in some municipalities. This legislation forms part of the government's overall commitment to ensuring that the people of Ontario can feel safe in their communities, streets, cars and homes. It fulfills their Blueprint promise to stop aggressive solicitation and squeegee activity and to protect and maintain people's ability to use public places in a safe and secure manner. The Highway Traffic Act has always made it an offence for someone, while on a roadway, to stop or attempt to stop a vehicle to offer or provide any commodity or service to anyone in the vehicle. The Safe Streets Act simply adds that it is an offence to approach a vehicle to offer a commodity or service, or to solicit for money while on a roadway. It does not prevent someone from soliciting money in a non - aggressive manner from people in vehicles, if the person soliciting is positioned on a sidewalk, shoulder, boulevard, median or other place that is not a roadway. This government appreciates the valuable contributions voluntary organizations make to the quality of life in the province and recognizes how much these activities contribute to the well -being and strength of Ontario communities. He continues to encourage charities to work with local police services in advance of their activities so that charities' activities are in compliance with the Safe Streets Act and the Highway Traffic Act. (Receive for Information) 1-30 The Corporation of the Township of Uxbridge, advising Council that the Township of Uxbridge passed the following resolution: "THAT the recommendation passed by the Council of the Township of Uxbridge at its meeting held on March 27, 2000, Item 9(a) Other Business pertaining to the Provincial Offences Act, 1997 be rescinded: NOW THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED THAT: Summary of Correspondence -10- April 25, 2000 1. That the Township of Uxbridge enter into an intermunicipal service agreement with the Region of Durham and the area municipalities in the Region of Durham to provide for the administration of the Provincial Offences Act on the basis of: (a) the Regional Municipality of Durham being the sole service provider for the administration of the Provincial Offences Act in the Region of Durham; (b) The net revenue from the Provincial Offences Act service being split between the Region of Durham and the area municipalities, with distribution amongst the eight area municipalities being based on taxable assessment, as follows: Year Region % Area Muni( 1998 50 50 & on 2. That the Mayor and the Clerk be authorized to execute the intermunicipal agreement on behalf of the Township and any other documentation necessary to finalize the Provincial Offences Act transfer; 3. The Region of Durham and the area municipalities be advised accordingly; and 4. That the foregoing approval is conditional on the Region and all area municipalities agreeing to its terms and that no further discussions or negotiations will take place. (Receive for Information) 1-31 Association of Municipalities � Ontario, inisterCleme introducing Direct as introduced ed newhrough Municipal Referendums Act, legislation, Bill 62, that deals with a number of issues, including: • Provisions for a binding municipal referendum (council initiated, not voter initiated) The elimination of the provision that would allow 75 electors to petition the • Minister to appoint a restructuring commission • Greater discretion to the Minister in defining the area subject of a restructuring commission, to make the area larger or smaller • The ability to maintain the different tax ratios between residential and other property tax classes when separated municipalities and countries amalgamate Apr Summary of Correspondence - 11 - il 25, 2000 The direct - election of council in the Region of Waterloo and reduction of the size of local councils New Provisions and changes to the Fewer Municipal Politicians Act, 1999 as it relates to the recent restructuring in four regions, and includes the repeal of the power for Cabinet to amend any Act (generally referred to as the Henry VIII clauses) (Receive for Information) 1-32 Association of Municipalities of Ontario, clarifying what is "Within the Municipal Jurisdiction". In response to Minister Clement's introduction of municipal referendum legislation, AMO President Michael Power said, "Credibility, accountability and lation if we cannot clarify for the public and dollars cannot be achieved by this legis ourselves what is within the municipal jurisdiction. If this is to be done on a case- by -case basis as the Minister has stated, then there will be greater confusion and frustration for the public and the two orders of government." There is an overwhelming need to complete the job of setting out what is a provincial versus a municipal government responsibility. AMO has asked the province to not proceed with this legislation until the credibility and value of the province -wide referendum legislation is proven. Municipal government leads all orders of government in terms of direct access, openness and accountability. At the municipal level, public consultation is as practice. Receive for Information) CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION D - 1 Sherry Bonazza, President, Darlington Soccer Club, requesting that an alternative location be found to hold a fireworks display. It has been brought to their attention that the Municipality of Clarington will be holding a fireworks display at the Darlington Soccer fields on May 22, 2000. They feel that a community fireworks display is a terrific idea, however they do have a few reservations regarding the venue. For the past 4 years their club has been paying for a regular field maintenance at the Darlington fields. This past year, for example, they paid close to $12,000 to aerate, fertilize, seed, sod, roll, sand and for extra cuts, so the fields will be in tip top shape. They did some extra maintenance this past fall, in the hopes that the fields will be in extremely good shape for the Ontario 2000 Games. They are proud of the fields, and of their municipality and are trying to assist in any way they can. All money put into these fields have been raised by their club's fundraising, and the sheer hours of volunteer work to raise the funds shouldn't be ignored. Their concerns are that all the work put into these fields over the past few years could be negated rbn beforehand d the fields are soggy. fireworks display, especially if Summary of Correspondence -12- April 25, 2000 en trying to They do not have a watering system for the fields, which w 11 enable aedeeper root lighten the soil through aeration and sanding, growth. If the conditions are right, lawn chairs, blankets and thousands of feet could set them back- immeasurably. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Director of Public Works and the Marketing and Tourism Officer) D-2 Nancy Savoie, 3 Downham Drive, Bowmanville, L1C 4G8, advising of concerns regarding residential parking in her ow and for being i legally parked on Several neighours have recently receive their street. They had not left a one meter requisite distance The span between their vehicle and thus were too close to their own driveways. bigger than a motorcycle or driveways on their street is inadequate for anything small vehicle to legally park. Ms. Savoie feels this by-law s said all the above if ust, unfair, and one is a tourist this is not a very welcoming gesture. Having she must also stress that no signs are posted informing people of the by -law for this offence. She doubts most residents couherlc lkto s that are on the books in our municipality. S urges the Mayor and Coun consider changing or ridding the books oWl�� this particular suspects other concerning neighbourhoods have the same problem n parking. By -laws should serve a practical and /or safety oriented purpose and not be just a revenue generating opportunity or a perceived eyesore and nuisance to neighbours. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Senior Municipal Law Enforcement Officer) D-3 Norman R. Johnston, 30 Farncomb Crescent, Bowmanville, L1C 4L5, regarding on- street parking between 3.00 a.m. 5:00 a.m. Mr. Johnston has a few questions and concerns about street parking: 1. Where were our "ticket police" during the winter months when they have to worry about snow removal? 2 Why would the town allow for such a small amount of parking space near their parks? Elephant Park and Barley Mills are just two parks that come to mind. 3 Why do our town planners allow builders to construct "single car' garages which are only useful if you have the smallest car on the marl -et, and then only if you are a contortionist. 4, He frequently stops at North Market stree tparking lot, forthe1 two years ago the owners provided a safe o customers. In front of the store on the light stand, then is a ti ke Parking" sign, yet he has never seen nor heard of anyone receiving for parking in front of the store! Why is this? Summary of Correspondence - 13 - April 25, 2000 5. Which by -law is being broken by overnight parking on our streets? There is no sign on his street indicating that parking is prohibited. Without signage how is one to know if parking is prohibited? (Motion to refer correspondence to the By- law Enforcement Division and the Public Works Department) D-4 Mark R. Joly, Vice Principal, St. Stephen's Secondary School, requesting permission to hold a walls -a -thon, Thursday, June 1, 2000. This event would begin at approximately 9:00 a.m. with staff and students proceeding north on Middle Road in a staggered fashion. They would walls 5 kin. North, just before Taunton Road, turn around, and retrace their path, heading south on Middle Road to St. Stephen's. They anticipate that everyone would be back to the school by 12:00 noon for a barbecue and spirit activities. Mr. Joly has been in touch with Mr. Baker, Traffic Co- ordinator. They have discussed the route and Mr. Baker has advised him that they must acquire approval from both the fire and police departments. A proposal to the Clarington Fire Department and the Durham Regional Police has been made. (Motion to approve request provided the organizers apply for and obtain a road occupancy permit for the Public Works Department) D - 5 Robert G. Doumani, Aird & Berlis, Barristers and Solicitors, filing a complaint in accordance with Section 20 of the Development Charges Act. Aird & Berlis are counsel to Ridge Pine Park Inc. which owns and operates Wilmot Creek, a retirement lifestyle community in the Municipality of Clarington. On February 28, 2000, his client submitted applications for building permits to allow five units at Wilmot Creek. Subsequently, his client received a letter from David Crome dated February 25, 2000, stating that units at Wilmot Creels are now going to be treated by Clarington as "single detached dwellings" for the purposes of Development Charge By -law 99 -125 and charged a development charge of $5,458.00 per unit, as opposed to the $615.00 rate applied by the Municipality to every other unit at Wilmot Creels to date, in accordance with the terms of an Agreement entered into between R.P.P.I. and the Town of Newcastle in 1981. The position taken by the Municipality not only contravenes the specific terms of the 1981 Agreement and the provisions of the 1989 Act and O. Reg 82/98, but, in addition, contravenes the well established and consistent practice of the municipality over the past several years in dealing with numerous similar or virtually identical building permit applications at Wilmot Creels. His client has relied on this consistent (and correct) practice on the Town's part and has entered into agreements to sell these latest five units, and six others for which permit applications have yet to be submitted are pending, on the understanding that a development charge of $615.00 would be required in accordance with the terms of the 1981 Agreement. Summary of Correspondence -14- April 25, 2000 The municipality is estopped by its past conduct in this matter from taking the position it now takes and purporting to charge the higher rate, which rate, they note, they have appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and which will be the subject of a hearing before the Board in the fall. (Motion for Direction) D-6 John Fletcher, Committee Member, Canada Day 2000, Orono, requesting permission to rent the Orono Park Swimming Pool for the afternoon of Saturday, July 1, 2000, to provide free swimming to the many visitors who they expect to attend their parade through the Village to the Orono Park. They are also requesting that the municipality waive any parking fees that might be imposed during the event. (Motion for Direction) D - 7 R.J. Douglas, Town Cleric, Town of Richmond Hill, advising that the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill on April 3, 2000, passed the following resolution: "WHEREAS, the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill has considered the views of the ratepayers and electors of the Town on the subject of businesses which offer adult entertainment services within the Town; and WHEREAS, the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill has determined that it is contrary to the public interest to allow the operation of businesses which offer adult entertainment services anywhere within the Town of Richmond Hill; and WHEREAS, the Supreme Court of Canada has confirmed that, as a matter of common law, it is not open to a municipality to prohibit absolutely a class of lawful business from operating anywhere within the municipality, and has further confirmed that adult entertainment services can constitute lawful business activities; and WHEREAS, by virtue of the common law as aforesaid, the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill is unable to give effect to the clear public interest in prohibiting businesses which offer adult entertainment services from operating within the Town of Richmond Hill; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill does hereby resolve that: Summary of Correspondence - 15 - April 25, 2000 The Legislature of the Province of Ontario is hereby requested to consider the enactment of an amendment to Section 225 of the Municipal Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.M.45, as amended, so as to authorize the council of a local municipality, at its option, to prohibit the establishment of businesses which offer adult entertainment services at any location within the municipality if such a prohibition is deemed to be within the public interest, by by -law duly enacted for that purpose. 2. This Resolution shall be forwarded to the councils of all municipalities in the Province of Ontario which have a current population of 30,000 or more, together with a request that those municipalities consider the enactment of a similar resolution requesting the Provincial Legislature to enact the statutory amendment described above." (Motion for Direction) D - 8 Association of Municipalities of Ontario, advising Council of the resolution passed by the City of Welland as follows: "WHEREAS cultural clubs and non profit halls were previously assessed for property tax purposes under residential rates; and WHEREAS present legislation has changed the assessment class applied to culture clubs and non profit halls from residential to commercial; and WHEREAS this change has resulted in property tax increases to cultural clubs and non profit halls in the order of 2 to 2.5 times more than previous; and WHEREAS this additional cost results in significant losses in funding available for local worthy causes; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Welland City Council petition the Province of Ontario to amend assessment legislation to include cultural clubs and non profit halls in the assessment classification for non profit serve organizations and non profit private clubs for the purposes of exempting cultural clubs and non profit halls from paying commercial tax rates; and THAT this resolution be circulated to AMO and all municipalities in the Province of Ontario for their endorsement." (Motion for Direction) Summary of Correspondence -16- April 25, 2000 D - 9 Brian Knott, Director of Legal Services /Clerk, Municipality of Chatham -Kent, advising that the Council of the Municipality of Chatham -Kent on April 3, 2000, passed the following resolution: "THAT the Provincial Government has initiated a review of Sections 85 to 90 of the Drainage Act dealing with grants. This review could result in grants being eliminated totally, partially, or not at all. AND WHEREAS the Drainage Act has remained in its present state since approximately 1982. Grants paid by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs are applied to properties that are deemed to be agricultural. These grants have been essential in helping farmers to maintain and or improve their crops production. AND WHEREAS there are areas in Ontario, particularly in southwestern Ontario, that are at lake level or below. An extensive system of pumped drainage schemes and dykes has created an infrastructure to which on- going maintenance is critical. The protection provided by these schemes transforms otherwise marginal farmland into some of the most productive land in Ontario. AND WHEREAS fuel prices are now at all time highs and commodity prices are unacceptably low, Ontario farmers face a difficult economic situation. Fertilizer, machinery, chemical and seed prices continue to drive up the price of production. Grants have been a dependable constant for many years. In these difficult and challenging times for the agricultural community, it is imperative that these grants be continued. AND WHEREAS the potential reduction or elimination of the grant program will have lasting negative effects on the infrastructure necessary to the agricultural community. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham -Kent petition the Government of the Province of Ontario to retain the present Municipal Outlet Drainage grant program as well as the Tile Loan program without any reductions. AND FURTHER THAT the Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham - Kent circulate this resolution to all Members of Provincial Parliament in Ontario, all Municipalities in Ontario, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, and the Rural Ontario Municipal Association, the Canadian Federation of Agriculture and the Ontario Federation of Agriculture stressing the importance of and the need for the continuation of the grant programs under the Drainage Act." (Motion for Direction) MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 25, 2000 - 7:00 P.M. FILE -cMUNICIPALITY OF -laringion ONTARIO DATE: APRIL 25, 2000 TIME: 7:00 P.M. PLACE: COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRAYERS ROLL CALL DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING -Minutes of a meeting of Council held on April 10, 2000 PUBLIC HEARING In accordance with Section 20 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, the Council of the Municipality of Clarington is holding a hearing into a complaint filed by Aird & Berlis on behalf of Ridge Pine Park Inc., owner and operator of Wilmot Creek (Correspondence Item D-5) PRESENTATION Municipality of Clarington's Marketing, Tourism and Communications Department - Frozen in Time Photo Contest DELEGATIONS 1 I . Scott Creed, 150 Tamblyn Road, Orono, LOB I MO - Request to be added to Schedule "C" of the Exotic Animal By-law 2. Otto Provenzano, 309 Kenwood Road, Whitby, LIN 2G2 - 1678 Highway 2, Courtice, Snow Clearing and Sidewalks COMMUNICATIONS j Receive for Information I - I P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham - Waste Diversion Organization L_. L. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON L 10 TEMPERANCE STREET 3O,'VMAN1ILLE • ONTARIO • L'C 3A6 • i"51 6233319 • FAX 6_3-1169 .'.'E B SI TE wwwmunwipalily claringlon on ca aurcccorucn Council Agenda - 2 - April 25. 2000 I - 2 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham - Interim Report from the Public Works Officials "Who does What' Committee I - 3 Ian D. Macnab. General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer, Kawartha Conservation Authority - Arbour Rain Barrels I - 4 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk. Region of Durham - Review of the Durham Regional Official Plan I - 5 Executive of the Clarington Boy's Slo-Pitch Association - Presentatioirof Cheque I - 6 Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee dated March 21. 2000 I - 7 Milt Wilson, Fire Chief. City of Oshawa - Fire and Emergency Services Training I - 8 Minutes of the Valleys 2000 (Bowmanville) Inc. meeting dated March 23, 2000 I - 9 Minutes of the Valleys 2000 (Bowmanville) Inc. meeting dated April.6, 2000 1- 10 John Wiersma, President & Chief Executive Officer, Veridian Corporation - Acquisition of Port Hope Hydro I - 11 Hazel McCallion. Mayor, City of Mississauga - Restructuring in the 905 Areas 1- 12 Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture. Food and Rural Affairs - Changes in the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture. Food and Rural Affairs I - 13 Charles E. Packer. Site Vice President, Darlington Nuclear Generating Station - Annual Report Cards for Ontario Power Generation Nuclear and Darlington Nuclear I - 14 Ross Fitchett. Public Affairs, Pickering Nuclear - Monthly Report Card for Ontario Power Generation Nuclear and Pickering and Darlington Nuclear I - 15 Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs - Letter Sent to Sandy Archibald regarding her concerns for the Future of the Integrated Pest Management Program I - 16 Helen Johns. Minister of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation - Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship ` I - 17 I.L. Goucher, Public Information Coordinator, VE55 Camp X - Camp X on the Air Again Council Agenda -3 - April 25, 2000 1- 18 Jim Murphy, Director of Government Relations, Greater Toronto Home Builders Association - Alternative Financing Proposals for Various Projects 1- 19 Minutes of the Animal Advisory Committee Meeting dated March 15, 2000 1-20 Deb Street - Tall Ship Millennium Challenge 1-21 Charlene Lavigne, Deputy City Clerk, the City of Guelph - Smoking By-law 1-22 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated March 20, 2000 1-23 David Anderson, Minister of Environment - Species at Risk Act 1-24 Helen Johns. Minister of Citizenship. Culture and Recreation - Community Action Awards I - 25 Tony Clement. Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing - Direct Democracy Through Municipal Referendum Act, 2000 1-26 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority meeting dated April 18, 2000 I -27 Sam Synard, President, Federation of Canadian Municipalities - FCM-CH2M Sustainable Community Award 1-28 Gary Lounsbury, Chair, District Health Council - Inaugural Newsletter 1-29 James M. Flaherty, Attorney General, Minister Responsible for Native Affairs - Safe Streets Act, 1999 I - 30 The Corporation of the Township of Uxbridge -Provincial Offences Act I - 31 Association of Municipalities of Ontario -Yet More Provincial Changes to How Municipalities Operate 1 - 32 Association of Municipalities of Ontario - Province Needs to Clarify What is "Within the Municipal Jurisdiction" Receive for Direction D - 1 Sherry Bonazza. President, Darlington Soccer Club - Fireworks Display LD-2 Nancy Savoie,') Downham Drive, Bowmanvi Ile, LIC 4G8 -Residential Parking L, Council Agenda - 4 - April 25, 2000 D-3 Norman R. Johnston, 30 Farncomb Crescent, Bowmanville, LIC 41_5 - On -Street Parking D - 4 Mark R. Joly, Vice Principal. St. Stephen's Secondary School - Walk-A-Thon D - 5 Robert G. Doumani, Aird & Berlis, Barristers and Solicitors - Complaint tiled in accordance with Section 20 of the Development Charges Act D - 6 John Fletcher, Committee Member, Canada Day 2000, Orono = Requesting Permission to Rent the Orono Park Swimming Pool _ D - 7 R.J. Douglas. Town Clerk, Town of Richmond Hill - Adult Entertainment Services D - 8 Association of Municipalities of Ontario - Cultural Clubs and Non Profit Halls D - 9 Brian Knott, Director of Legal Services/Clerk, Municipality of Chatham -Kent - Drainage Act D - 10 Carol Bowie and Steve Best, 1999-2000 National Presidents, Kinsmen Kinette - "Message -of -Support" in Kin's National Magazine MOTION NOTICES OF MOTION Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Mutton WHEREAS youth and children sometimes find themselves in places and situations that may create fear and difficult times for them; WHEREAS youth and children in the downtown areas don't have any place to seek assistance or protection; WHEREAS youth, and especially children, have been taught not to speak or go anywhere with strangers; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the Council of the Municipality of Clarington invite merchants and businesses throughout the Municipality to volunteer to provide assistance and a safe temporary site for our children and youth during business hours; Council Agenda - 5 - April 25. 2000 THAT the Municipality provide funds up to $5,000 to be drawn from Account #7007-X-298 for indoor displays and material required for this project and the project be called: "We Care About Our Young People" f Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Mutton WHEREAS the world is celebrating the millennium year 2000. WHEREAS there are many special organized events to mark this time in our history; WHEREAS Clarington is holding the "Back Yard Festival" which commences on April 29'x' with the Clarke Museum's 30'x' Anniversary and ending with a huge fireworks display on May 22, 2000; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Clarington's Council encourage all property owners within Clarington to plant a tree of their choice to mark this milestone and if possible make it a family event. REPORTS I . General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of April 17. 2000 2. Special General Purpose and Administration Committee Report of April 17, 2000 3. Report ADMIN -12-00 - Future Prospects of the Municipality of Clarington 4. Report SOL -2-00 - Extension of the "Unwinding Date" Provided in the Principles of Understanding between Blue Circle Canada Inc. and the Municipality of Clarington dated November 3. 1997 5. Confidential Verbal Report from the Solicitor - Legal Matter UNFINISHED BUSINESS BY-LAWS OTHER BUSINESS (a) Regional Update L (b) Committee/Boards Update I I L. Council Agenda - 6 - April 25, 2000 BY-LAW TO APPROVE ALL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT Council Minutes MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON Minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on Monday, April 10. 2000, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers PRAYER Councillor Schell led the meeting in prayer. ROLL CALL Present Were: Mayor D. Hamre Councillor J. Mutton Councillor M. Novak Councillor J. Rowe Councillor J. Schell Councillor C. Trim Councillor T. Young Also Present: Chief Administrative Officer. F. Wu Director, Community Services, J. Caruana Fire Chief. M. Creighton Director, Planning and Development, D. Crome Solicitor, D. Hefferon Treasurer. M. Marano Director. Public Works, S. Vokes Municipal Clerk. P. Barrie DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST April 10. 2000 Councillor Rowe indicated that she would be disclosing a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence Item I - 6. Councillor Schell indicated that he would be disclosing a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence Item I - 20. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Resolution #C-179-00 Moved by Councillor Trim, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of Council held on March 27. 2000, be approved. "CARRIED" Council Minutes 2 - April 10. 2000 PRESENTATIONS DELEGATIONS Mayor Hamre presented certificates to the members of the Orono Leafs, who recently won the All Ontario OMHA Midget "D" Championships. Mayor Harare advised that she and John O'Toole, M.P.P., attended the opening of the Darlington Power Generation Office and Training Facility located at the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station. Site indicated that the Federal government has awarded the 1999 Energy Efficiency Award for industry to Ontario Power Generation. Ron Collis, 177 Vail Meadows Crescent, Bowmanville. L 1 C 4T4, introduced Janet Pyke who. through the use of a multimedia presentation, advised Council.of the Clarington Business Exhibition, which will be held on April 18. 2000, from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. at the Garnet B. Rickard Complex. This exhibition is an opportunity to invite the whole community to see what businesses in the municipality have to offer. There were no delegations scheduled for this meeting. COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-180-00 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the communications to be received for information be approved with the exception of Items I - 3, I - 6,1 - 10,1 - I L I - 17,1 - 19 and I -20. "CARRIED" I - 1 Minutes of the Bowmanville Museum Board dated March 8. 2000 C06.130 (Received for Information) I — 2 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority dated C06.CL March 21. 2000. (Received for Information) Council Minutes 3 - April 10. 2000 COMMUNICATIONS 1 - 4 John O'Toole, MPP, informing Council that the resolution from the D02.OA Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority regarding the Oak Ridges Moraine has been forwarded to the Minister of the Environment. the Honourable Tony Clement. The Government recognizes the •importance of the Oak Ridges Moraine. This is demonstrated on its reliance on the Implementation Guidelines for the Oak Ridges Moraine, which set direction for municipal planning documents and development proposals in the area. (Received for Information) I - 5 Greater Toronto Services Board. advising Council that the Greater AO1.GR Toronto Services Board at its meeting on March 3. 2000. adopted as amended the report from Steve Parish, Chair of the Procedural By-law Working Group regarding membership on Board committees. (Received for Information) 1 - 7 M. de Road, Clerk, Town of Ajax, advising Council that the Town of Ajax C10.MO on March 20, 2000, passed the following resolution: "THAT Council endorse the Durham Provincial Offences Act Task Force recommendations that the Region of Durham be selected as the preferred POA service provider and that revenue be shared on the basis of the recommendations supported by eight of the nine municipal treasurers." (Received for Information) 1-8 Paul J.M. Szabo, MP, advising Council that in 1996 he launched a M02.GE National public awareness campaign on the responsible use of alcohol. Posters and brochures were sent to all members of the FC M and he was delighted that 55% of the municipalities passed resolutions in support of the Drink Smart Canada campaign. To date over 8.000 posters and 60,000 brochures have been distributed across Canada and lie is very grateful for the support. The risks associated with the consumption of alcohol during pregnancy are serious and the consequences, such as Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and other Alcohol -Related Birth Defects. are severe and tragic. (Received for Information) 1-9 Donald G. McKay, Town Clerk, Town of Whitby, advising that the Town C10.M0 of Whitby on March 27, 2000. considered the following: "The Town of Whitby is prepared to enter into an intermunicipal agreement with the Region of Durham and the area municipalities in the Region to provide for the administration of the Provincial Offences Act on the basis of, Council Minutes - d - April 10, 2000 COMMUNICATIONS (a) the Regional Municipality of Durham being the sole services provider for the administration of the Provincial Offences Act in the Region of Durham; and. (b) the net revenue from the Provincial Offences Act service being split 50% to the Region of Durham and 50% to the area municipalities with distribution amongst the eight area municipalities being based upon taxable assessment." (Received for Information) I - 12 Earl S. Caddie, Administrator/Clerk. Township of Scugog, advising C 10.M0 Council that the Township of Scugog on March 27. 2000. passed the following resolution: "THAT the Township of Scugog enter into an Intermunicipal Service Agreement with the Region of Durham and the area municipalities within the Region of Durham to provide for the administration of the Provincial Offences Act on the basis of: The Regional Municipality of Durham being the sole service provider for the administration of the Provincial Offences Act in the Region of Durham; and 2. The net revenue from the Provincial Offences Act service being split 50% to the Region of Durham and 50% to the area municipalities with distribution amongst the eight area municipalities being based on taxable assessment: AND FURTHER, that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the Intermunicipal Agreement and any other documentation necessary to finalize the Provincial Offences Transfer and that the Region of Durham and the area municipalities be advised accordingly." (Received for Information) Council Minutes - 5 - April 10, 2000 COMMUNICATIONS I- 13 Sandra L. Hanson. Director of Corporate Services. Central Lake Ontario A01.CL Conservation Authority, providing Council with the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority Financial Statements for the Year ended December 31. 1999, as approved by the Board of Directors on March 21, 2000. (Received for Information) _ 1- 14 Shelley Ryall, President of Durham Deaf Club (DDC), advising that they P16.GE have been working to get legislation passed which will require that all buildings be installed with strobe lights for Deaf and hard of hearing people. Durham Deaf Club is a voluntary non-profit organization. The club provides support and advocacy for Deaf rights and political issues related to access and the rights of the Deaf. It also provides a variety of events for children, adults and Senior Citizens, workshops and presentations. Ms. Ryall would like to make a suggestion in laying charges for homeowners who do not put smoke detectors in their homes. The smoke detectors, which warn people of fire/smoke by sound, are not effective for the Deaf/hard of hearing community, people with hearing loss, senior citizens (old age), parents of deaf/hard of hearing children or people who lost some hearing at some point in life. The cost of buying the smoke/fire detectors with strobe lights is from $129 each to $279 (US funds) with strobe lights and bed vibrator. The Canadian Hearing Society (CHS), Toronto sells fire alarms with strobe lights costing $159 each plus tax and it has to be installed by an electrician. The electrician could take a couple of hours so add possibly another $200 to the cost of the fire alarm. The question is how will we help people in getting them installed or to offset the cost. She is also -questioning why there is only one TTY for all of Durham Region. (Received for Information) 1- 15 Ronald C. Lathan, Citv Clerk and Director. Citv of Burlington, advising D02.OA Council that the City of Burlington on March 27. 2000, passed the following resolution: "THAT Council for the City of Burlington endorses the Greater Toronto Services Board Resolution of December 3. 1999, concerning the Oak Ridges Moraine: and THAT the Clerk forwards a copy of this resolution to the Greater Toronto Services Board, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and all Greater Toronto Area member municipalities." (Received for Information) Council Minutes -6- April 10. 2000 COMMUNICATIONS 1- 16 Lynn Morrow, Executive Director. Greater Toronto Services Board, D02.GR advising Council that the Greater Toronto Services Board at its meeting held on March 3, 2000, adopted Clause 1 of Strategic Planning and Review Committee Report No. 1 and by so doing, adopted a Dispute Resolution Process and made provision for review and possible refinement of the protocol as part of the Board's statutory review process to be recommended by the Strategic Planning and Review COmmitLea. (Received for Information) 1- 18 Association of Municipalities of Ontario, announcing to Council that the MO6.GE Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Municipal Finance Officers Association have found a new way of doing business. AMO will be utilizing the expert technical staff of the MFOA to support its municipal policy interests in property assessment and taxation. This new way of doing business, approved by the Associations' respective Committees, will strengthen the policy and advocacy work of both organizations. A strong, united voice is critical when it comes to affecting change. (Received for Information) 1 - 21 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, writing to the C 10.MO Honourable David Anderson, Minister of the Environment, advising that the Region of Durham endorses the resolution passed by the Town of Whitby regarding Management and Control of Canada Geese. (Received for Information) 1-3 First Annual Report of the Child Advocates' Committee dated Child Advocates March 16, 2000. C06.CH Resolution #C-181-00 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Correspondence Item I - 3 be received for information. "CARRIED" Councillor Rowe stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence Item I - 6 and refrained from discussion and voting on the subject matter. Councillor Rowe indicated that her spouse is a part owner in the Courtice Health Centre, the subject of the correspondence. Council Minutes - 7- April 10, 2000 COMMUNICATIONS I — 6 P.M. Madill. Regional Clerk. Region of Durham, advising Council that the Courtice Health Health and Social Services Committee of Regional Council on Centre March 22. 2000, passed the following resolution: CIO.MO "a) THAT the efforts of the Oshawa Clinic to locate diagnostic imaging services at the Courtice Health -Centre be_ supported; and b) THAT the Minister of Health and Long -Term Care, Durham Region's MPPs, the Municipality of Clarington, the Citv of Oshawa and the Oshawa Clinic be so advised." Resolution #C-182-00 Moved by Council Young, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Correspondence Item I - 6 be received for information. "CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING" (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION) Resolution #C-183-00 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-182-00 be amended by adding the following thereto: "and that the resolution of the Region of Durham with respect to the Courtice Health Centre be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington." "CARRIED" The foregoing Resolution #C-182-00 was then put to a vote and "CARRIED AS AMENDED." Council Minutes - 8 - April 10, 2000 COMMUNICATIONS 1- 10 Elizabeth Fulford. Executive Director, Durham Region Community Care Safe Street Act Association, writing to Durham Region MPPs, regarding the Safe Streets M02.GE Act. The potential impact of the Safe Streets Act on charitable fund raising has significant importance to Community Cares programs. Each year, a number of their local offices hold Tag Days as part of their annual fund raising plan. The Tag Days provide an opportunity to inform the public about their home support. mental health and respite services. They are also successful fund raisers. This year they expect to receive $30,000 from these activities. Materials have been purchased and volunteers recruited in many communities. They understand the need to limit personal approaches for monies that directly benefit the individual asking for money. However. they dont believe that the government intended to limit community participation in supporting causes of Registered Charitable organizations that service the community at large. They would hope that clarification regarding this matter can be made very quickly. Resolution #C-184-00 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Correspondence Item I - 10 be received for information. "CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING" (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION) Resolution #C-185-00 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Mutton THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-184-00 be amended by adding the following thereto: "and that the Council of the Municipality of Clarington request the Durham Regional Police Department to use discretion in enforcing the .Safe Streets Act." "CARRIED" The foregoing Resolution #C-184-00 was then put to a vote and "CARRIED AS AMENDED." Council Minutes - 9 - April 10, 2000 COMMUNICATIONS 1- 11 Kern Majid, President, Bowmanville Tennis Club, regarding the possible Tennis Courts relocation of the tennis courts from the Clarington Older Adult Centre. A19.01- The Bowmanville Tennis Club provides a very much needed community tennis facility that is one of the best in Clarington. The cost to the Municipality of Clarington is incidental since the courts and all tennis needs are funded by the Bowmanville Tennis Club members through their - fees. The cost to current and future generations of tennis plavers-in Clarington would be significant if the traditions of the Bowmanville Tennis Club are lost because of the possible relocation of the tennis courts. Resolution #C-186-00 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Correspondence Item I - 1 1 be received for information. "CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING" (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION) Resolution #C-187-00 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Mutton THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-186-00 be amended by adding the following thereto: "and referred to the Property Manager." "CARRIED" The foregoing Resolution #C-186-00 was then put to a vote and "CARRIED AS AMENDED." 1 - 17 Doug Anderson, Durham Business News, informing Council of a bold Internet Initiative new internet initiative launched right here in Durham Region a couple of weeks ago. They are bombarded daily by dot.com mania but by and large A03.00 internet success stories have bypassed all but the major centres in North America. When he was approached a couple of months ago to help create the Durham ahoutcity portal, lie saw that the idea was not only brilliant but had the potential to really make the internet work for local communities. Mr. Anderson's job is to pull together the local content. They intend to assemble in one portal everything that anyone needs to know about Durham and its constituent communities. Council Minutes - 10- April 10, 2000 COMMUNICATIONS They want to include the businesses, the community groups, sports, entertainment, news, schools, libraries and, of course, governments. For the first time, business will be able to create and update their own websites on-line at no cost other than a very reasonable hosting charge. Aboutciry will bring customers to those business with its own multi -tiered search engine so that people can search for a particular business locally -by name or product, or broaden their search to the province and beyond. Resolution #C-188-00 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Correspondence Item I Resolution #C-189-00 17 be received for information. "CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING" (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION) Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-188-00 be amended by adding the following thereto: ..and that the correspondence be referred to the Marketing and Tourism Officer to include in the municipality's website for local businesses." "CARRIED" The foregoing Resolution #C-188-00 was then put to a vote and "CARRIED AS AMENDED." 1- 19 Helen Johns, Minister of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation, requesting Lincoln M. nominations for the Lincoln M. Alexander Awards. Every year this award Alexander Awards honours two young Ontarians who have demonstrated exemplary M02.GE leadership in eliminating racial discrimination. One recipient of the award will be an Ontario senior secondary school student who is expected to be admitted into a post -secondary institution for full-time studies. The other recipient will be a youth, 16 to 25 years old, who is nominated by a community organization. Council Minutes COMMUNICATIONS April 10, 2000 The award is sponsored jointly by the Ministry of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation and the Ministry of Education. The Honourable Janet Ecker, Minister of Education, is writing to secondary schools to invite them to nominate a deserving full-time student. The deadline for nomination is Friday, April 28, 2000. Resolution #C-190-00 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Correspondence Item I - 19 be received for information. "CARRIED AS AMENDED LATER IN THE MEETING" (SEE FOLLOWING AMENDING MOTION) Resolution #C-191-00 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the foregoing Resolution #C-190-00 be amended by adding the following thereto: "and referred to the Fire Hall Youth Centre and to the John Howard Society." "CARRIED" The foregoing Resolution #C-190-00 was then put to a vote and "CARRIED AS AMENDED." Councillor Schell stated a pecuniary interest with respect to Correspondence Item I - 20 and refrained from discussion and voting on the subject matter. Councillor Schell indicated that lie is employed by Blue Circle Cement Canada Inc. 1-20 Minutes of the Blue Circle Cement Community Relations Committee Blue Circle dated January 10, 2000. Minutes C06.BL Council Minutes - 12 - April 10, 2000 COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-192-00 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Correspondence Item 1 - 20 be received for information. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-193-00 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT the Correspondence Items be approved as per the agenda with the exception of Items D - 3 and D - 5 to D - 9, inclusive. "CARRIED" D - 1 Suzanne Elston. Volunteer Coordinator. Earth Day Canada, requesting M02.GE that Council officially declare April 15 to April 30. 2000, Earth Weeks in the Municipality of Clarington. As in previous years. she would also like the opportunity to use the foyer of City Hall to set up a display of posters and brochures during this period. (Proclaimed) D - 2 Ontario Power Generation. requesting that the Municipality of Clarington T0TGE Council install a four way flashing stop at the intersection of Holt and Nash Roads. On February 24, 2000. Stan Mroz, a Major Panel Operator at Darlington, was killed in a vehicle accident. Stan was travelling north on Holt Road on his way home from work when the tragedy occurred. The intersection of Holt and Nash Road is a hazard known to many people. Since the accident, a number of people have come forward with concerns about that particular intersection as well as other traffic hazards on Holt Road. There are three specific, notable concerns: 1. Vehicles southbound on Holt Road are using the on ramp to westbound Highway 401. This on ramp is designed for the use of northbound vehicles only. 2. Heavy traffic on Highway 2 during peak hours males it difficult to turn onto or cross Highway 2. 3. There is ajog in Holt Road at Bloor Street. (Correspondence referred to the Director of Public Works) Council Minutes - 13 - April 10. 2000 COMMUNICATIONS D - 4 Allan Gotlieb, Chairman, Ontario Heritage Foundation. inviting the Fl I.CH Municipality of Clarington to participate in two important heritage recognition programs. The Heritage Communitv Recognition Program, now in its fifth year, recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to local heritage preservation. Participating municipalities have confirmed that the program is an excellent way to promote awareness _ of local heritage preservation projects and recognize the people -who make them happen. This year, the Heritage Community Recognition Program has been enhanced to allow communities to recognize more people. Councils may submit up to three nominations -. one in each of the heritage areas - built, cultural and natural. Also, nominations may include more than one individual where there has been a shared accomplishment. With support from London Life Insurance Company, the Ontario Heritage Foundation is introducing a new program for youth. Young Heritage Leaders enables communities to recognize young people, 18 years old and under, for significant contributions to heritage preservation. The deadline for all nominations is May 31, 2000. (Correspondence forwarded to the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee and an advertisement placed in the local newspapers requesting nominations) D - 3 Helen Johns. Minister of Citizenship. Culture and Recreation, inviting the Senior of the Municipality of Clarington to participate in the 2000 Senior of the Year Year Award Awards. This award was established in 1994 to give each municipality in M02.GE Ontario the opportunity to honour one outstanding local senior. Recipients are individuals, who after age 65, have enriched the social, cultural or civic life of the community, without thought of personal or financial gain. The certificate, provided by the Ontario Government. is signed by the Honourable Hilary M. Weston. Lieutenant Governor for the Province of Ontario; the Honourable Helen Johns. Minister Responsible for Seniors; and the local Head of Council. Nominations must be received by Friday, May 5, 2000. Council Minutes - 14- April 10, 2000 COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-194-00 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT Correspondence Item D - 3 to Community Care, the Older Adults Association and the Wilmot Creek Community Association and also place an advertisement in the local newspapers requesting nominations. "CARRIED" D - 5 Monica M. Hoy, Co -Chair, St. Joseph's School Council, requesting a Grant Request grant for playground equipment for St. Joseph's Elementary School. St. St. Joseph's Joseph's is currently undergoing extensive renovations and their school is School presently housed at the Concession Street property which is now owned FILCH by Great Lakes College, but which had, in one of its many past lives, been the Provincial Boys' Training School. Construction is proceeding well on Parkway Crescent and they anticipate being able to begin the new school year in September in their expanded facility. In anticipation of their move back to St. Joseph's, their School Council has undertaken various fundraising activities; namely, a chocolate almond sale, pizza lunches, a raffle and a Valentine's Dance and have raised over $8,000 with which they plan to purchase playground equipment. They would be very grateful if the Municipality would grant them the maximum amount allowed for such projects to supplement their own efforts and enable them to purchase as many components as possible. Resolution #C-195-00 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Young THAT a grant in the amount of $700.00 be approved for St. Joseph's School Council; and THAT Correspondence Item D - 5 be forwarded to the Community Services Department. "CARRIED" Council Minutes - 15 - April 10. 2000 COMMUNICATIONS D- 6 Andrea Adamson, requesting sponsorship from the Municipalitv of Tall Ship Clarington for the Tall Ship Millennium Challenge. Tall Ship Millenium Millennium Challenge Inc., is a non-profit Canadian corporation that is going to M02.GE provide Canada with a great entry into the new Millennium byway of participation in the Tall Ship 2000 Race deemed the "race of the century" and OPSail the largest gathering of Tall Ships in history_. To achieve this great entry, "Tall Ships Millennium Challenge Inc." and selected crew members are actively raising funds to support the 500 Canadian youth who will make up the Official Canadian Tall Ship Crew for the Millenium event. Ms. Adamson is one of the 500 crew members that have been selected to sail around the world. She will be sailing from Luenburg, Nova Scotia to Amsterdam. Netherlands, and return home 36 days later. This event is going to be very beneficial to her, increasing her sailing knowledge and other skills for future tasks. One of her future goals is to join the Navy and continue with her sail training. In order for her to participate, she will need to raise the funds to pay for her uniform, travel expenses and activities while on shore leave. This is a youth initiative that tries to promote opportunities for leadership, self -development and sportsmanship, as well as interest in Tall Ship youth training throughout Canada. Although Ms. Adamson's goal is to reach $5000, any amount of sponsorship would be gladly appreciated. Resolution #C-196-00 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Novak THAT a grant in the amount of $500.00 be approved for Andrea Adamson for the Tall Ship Millennium Challenge; and THAT Correspondence Item D - 6 be forwarded to the Communitv Services Department. "CARRIED" D-7 Shane Hartwell, Kirby Centennial School Council, requesting a late grant Grant Request to assist the School Council in funding for a new playground. The Kirby Centennial existing structures are old and are becoming potentially hazardous to the School children who might use them. They are in the process of conducting Fl I.CH several fundraising projects; however, as Kirby Centennial Public School is such a small school, raising the projected $20,000 needed to replace the playground equipment is an arduous task to say the least. As the project stands now, they have raised less than half of the estimated monies required. Council Minutes - 16- April 10, 2000 COMMUNICATIONS Resolution #C-197-00 Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT a grant in the amount of $700.00 be approved for Kirby Centennial Public School Council; and THAT Correspondence Item D - 7 be forwarded to the Community Services Department. "CARRIED" D - 8 County of Elgin requesting Councils endorsement of a legal opinion with Municipal respect to Maintenance Guidelines for Municipal Drains. Drains, A09.DR Resolution #C-198-00 Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT Correspondence Item D - 8 be received for information. mll= I D-9 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham. advising Council that the Ontarians Health and Social Services Committee of the Region of Durham on With March 22, 2000. passed the following resolution: Disabilities Act CIO.MO .,a) THAT the following resolution regarding an Ontarians with Disabilities Act outlined in Appendix B to Report #2000 -MOH -08 and the eleven principles embodied in the Ontario Legislature's October 29, 1998 resolution on the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, outlined in Appendix C to Report #2000 -MOH -08, be endorsed; WHEREAS Ontarians with disabilities face many barriers when they seek to participate in all aspects of Ontario life; and WHEREAS there is an urgent and pressing need for a new, strong and effective law to achieve a barrier -free Ontario for people with disabilities; and Council Minutes - 17- April 10, 2000 COMMUNICATIONS WHEREAS Premier Harris promised, in writing, during the 1995 provincial election to work together with the Ontarians with Disabilities Act Committee to develop a new law, to be called the Ontarians with Disabilities Act and to pass it in his first term of office; and WHEREAS the Ontario Legislature unanimously passed a resolution on October 29, 1998 calling on the Ontario Government to keep this promise and to pass a law that is strong and effective by embodying the principles listed in the resolution; and WHEREAS Bill 83, the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, which was introduced by the Ontario Government in the fall of 1998 but was never passed, was unacceptable in that it did not embody the principles in the Legislature's October 29, 1998 resolution and did not require a single barrier to even be eliminated; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Government of Ontario be urged to introduce new legislation to enable persons with disabilities to participate fully and equally in all aspects of Ontario life by creating a barrier -free society through the elimination of all existing barriers and the prevention of new ones: AND THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Government of Ontario be urged to pass this legislation, to be called the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, before the next provincial election; AND THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Government of Ontario be urged to pass a strong and effective Ontarians with Disabilities Act that embodies the principles in the Ontario Legislature's October 29, 1998 unanimous resolution on the Ontarians with Disabilities Act; b) THAT the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation and Durham Region's MPPs be so advised; Council Minutes - 18 - April 10. 2000 COMMUNICATIONS C) THAT Durham Region's area municipalities and Boards of Education, be so advised and their endorsement requested; and d) THAT this resolution be submitted to the Association of Local Public Health Agencies (a1PHa) far consid_ eration at its 2000 Annual Conference." Resolution #C-199-00 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the foregoing resolution of the Region of Durham pertaining to the Ontarians With Disabilities Act be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality of Clarington. "CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING RECORDED VOTE" Recorded Vote Council Member Yea Nay Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Absent Councillor Mutton X Councillor Novak X Councillor Rowe X Councillor Schell X Councillor Trim X Councillor Young X Mayor Hamre X NOTICE OF MOTION Councillors Trim and Mutton advised that they would not be proceeding with their notices of motion at this meeting. Council Minutes - 19- April 10, 2000 REPORTS Report # l G.P.A. Report April 3, 2000 BY-LAWS Resolution #C-200-00 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Rowe THAT the actions taken by the General Purpose and Administration Committee on April 3, 2000, be approved with the exceptiomof Item # 6. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-201-00 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT leave be granted to introduce the following by-laws and that the said by-laws be now read a first and second time: 2000-45 being a by-law to designate a certain portion of Registered Plan 40M-1929 as not being subject to Part Lot Control 2000-46 being a by-law to designate a certain portion of Registered Plan 40M-1994 as not being subject to Part Lot Control 2000-47 being a by-law to amend by-law 84-63. the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the former Town of Newcastle 2000-48 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington and Shoalts and Zaback Architect Ltd., Ontario, for the Architectural Services for the Main Branch Library 2000-49 being a by-law to Repeal By-law 2000-23 2000-50 being a by-law to assume certain streets within the Municipality of Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington "CARRIED" Council Minutes _?0_ April 10, 2000 BY-LAWS OTHER BUSINESS Committee Appointments Resolution #C-202-00 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the third and final reading of By-laws 2000-45 to 2000-50, inclusive be approved. "CARRIED" Resolution 4C-203-00 Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the following appointments be approved: a) Clarke Museum and Archives - Steven Cooke. Dana Kerr; b) Samuel Wilmot Natural Area Management Advisory Committee - Kenneth Bray; C) Transportation Master Plan Community Advisory Committee - Steve Wilson to replace Jessica Markland who has been appointed by the Region of Durham as an Environmental Representative. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-204-00 Moved by Councillor Schell, seconded by Councillor Young THAT the meeting be "closed' in order to discuss Item #6 of Report #I regarding a property matter. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-205-00 Moved by Councillor Rowe, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the actions taken during the "closed' session of Council be ratified. "CARRIED" Council Minutes - 21 - April 10, 2000 CONFIRMING BY-LAW ADJOURNMENT Councillors Rowe and Schell stated pecuniary interests earlier in the meeting; vacated their chairs and refrained from voting on the confirming by-law. Resolution #C-206-00 Moved by Councillor Mutton, seconded by Councillor Trim THAT leave be granted to introduce By-law 2000-51 being-aby-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at this meeting held on the 10th day of April 2000. and that the said by-law be now read a first and second time. "CARRIED" Resolution 9C-207-00 Moved by Councillor Mutton. seconded by Councillor Trim THAT the third and final reading of By-law 2000-51 be approved. "CARRIED" Resolution #C-208-00 Moved by Councillor Young, seconded by Councillor Schell THAT the meeting adjourn at 7:56 p.m. "CARRIED" MA MUNICIPAL CLERK SUMMARY OF CORRESPONDENCE APRIL 25, 2000 CORRESPONDENCE FOR INFORMATION I - 1 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk. Region of Durham. advising that the Council of the Region of Durham on April 5. 2000. passed the following resolution regarding Waste Diversion Organization: "THAT Report #2000 -WR -7 of the Commissioner of Works be received for information and that a copy be forwarded to the Municipality of Clarington and Councillor David Ryan, City of Pickering." (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) I — 2 P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the Region of Durham on April 5, 2000, passed the following resolution regarding the Interim Report from the Public Works Officials "Who does What" Committee: "a) THAT the 'Who Does What Service Review Interim Report from the Public Works Officials within Durham, attached to Report 92000-W-31 of the Commissioner of Works, be received for information; b) THAT the progress made so far by the `Who Does What' Committee be supported; C) THAT the 'Who Does What' Committee be encouraged to continue and to meet the guidelines set by Regional Council; and d) THAT a copy of Report #2000-W-31 be forwarded to the area municipalities." (Receive for Information) I — 3 Ian D. Macnab, General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer, Kawartha Conservation Authority, announcing that Kawartha Conservation is now the distributor of Arbour rain barrels. The use of rain barrels to collect water for later use in lawn and garden watering is an excellent means of conserving water and ensuring a healthier and cleaner environment. Public response to this initiative has been very positive and they are seeking our cooperation to further promote this conservation initiative. The barrels cost $70.00 plus PST. People wishing to purchase barrels can do so from the Kawartha Conservation office at Ken Reid Conservation Area. They believe that the barrels are a good means of conserving water and that the public very much appreciates the opportunity of obtaining them locally, at a reasonable cost, with the knowledge that their purchase supports conservation. (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence 2 - April 25, 2000 1 - -f P.M. Madill. Regional Clerk. Region of Durham, advising that the Council of the Region of Durham on April 5. 2000, passed the following resolution regarding the review of the Durham Regional Official Plan: "a) THAT the initiation of the Durham Regional Official Plan review. outlined in Report #2000-P-26 of the Commissioner of Planning, he endorsed: and b) THAT a copy of Report #2000-P-26 of the Commissioner of Planning be forwarded to the area municipalities, Conservation Authorities in Durham and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing." (Receive for Information) I - 5 Executive of the Clarington Boy's Slo-Pitch Association, thanking the Municipalitv of Clarington hx the warm reception they received when they - presented their cheque to Council. -They believe that this is the direction that all teams shouid take as a partner in the community. This will improve the diamonds for all the kids without taxing the Municipality's budget. Hopefully this sets a precedent for other Leagues to follow. This way, in a short time, there will be a lot more diamonds available to our children and our town. (Receive for Information) 1 -6 Minutes of the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee dated March 21. 2000. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) I - 7 Milt Wilson. Fire Chief. City of Oshawa, advising that the Council of the City of Oshawa passed the following recommendation regarding Fire and Emergency Services training: "THAT Council supports the concept of ajointly managed training facility and that this recommendation is forwarded to all Durham municipal councils seeking their participation in a feasibility studv of the concept." (Receive for Information) I - 8 Minutes of the Valleys 2000 (Bowmanville) Inc. meeting dated March 23, 2000. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) 1 - 9 Minutes of the Valleys 2000 (Bowmanville) Inc. meeting dated April 6. 2000. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence i - April 25, 2000 I - 10 John Wiersma. President & Chief Executive Officer. Veridian Corporation, providing a copy of the press release on their acquisition of Port Hope Hydro. Port Hope Hydro is in their long tern strategic interest due to its proximity to Clarington. The new Clarington/Port Hope Service Centre will have the critical mass for their field operations east of Oshawa. Port Hope Hydro also has significant in terms of long term shareholder value. The distribution system is in excellent condition and Port Hope has a high proportion of industrial load. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) _ (Receive for Information) I - 11 Hazel McCallion. Mayor. City of Mississauga, writing to The Honourable - " Tony Clement. Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, advising that the City of Mississauga on March 29, 2000, passed the following recommendation: "WHEREAS the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing was sent a copy of the report dated January 2000 prepared by the mayors of Markham. Vauehan. Burlington. Brampton. Newmarket and Mississauga which requested that the Province proceed with the job of restructuring in the 905 areas: AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the City of Mississauga at its meeting on January 19, 2000, passed Resolution 0018- 2000 requesting that the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing deal with the six Mayors' report on the restructuring of municipal government in the 905 Regions by the end of February 2000; AND WHEREAS the Minister has advised by letter dated March 16. 2000, that the Provincial Government is awaiting the report of the Greater Toronto Services Board (GTSB) regarding its roles and responsibilities: AND WHEREAS the Mississauga Members of Council are concerned that this report be dealt with by the current members who are familiar with the GTSB: NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing request that this report be submitted to the GTSB at the latest by early November 2000 in order that the present members are able to deal with the matter." (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence - 4 - April 25, 2000 1 - 12 Ernie Hardeman. Minister of Agriculture. Food and Rural Affairs. responding to the Administrator -Clerk. Township of Scugog regarding the recent changes in the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. He is pleased to provide further clarification about the future business direction of the ministrv. This direction, while significant. is in fact a stage is an evolution that has been occurring for some time. As we enter the new millennium, the ministry must provide provincial leadership on a number of critical issues facing rural Ontario. A framework is under development to balance livestock production, environmental concerns, and rural non-farm interests. The ministry will focus on the quality and accessibility of our rural water supply, as well as address food safety and on-farm food quality concerns, continue to improve pesticide use, and explore the potential of genetically modified foods. The realignment of OMAFRA will assist in meeting these challenges. Through their provincial specialists and program leads, as well as regional economic development staff, they will continue to provide information directly to clients in a number of ways including their popular publications, factsheets, and over the Internet. Ministry specialists located in 13 resource centres and seven co -locations will have many opportunities to meet and interact with farmers across the province as they continue to tackle key issues facing the agriculture and food sectors. Staff at six northern sites will work regionally with clients while 16 regional information coordinators will be located across southern Ontario. Their role will be to help increase awareness in the agri-food community of emerging trends and technologies and identify issues that arise in the region. They will co-ordinate and market the resources of the ministry to the agri-food and rural community by providing information through media releases, articles and speaking engagements to various groups. They will also work closely with staff of Government Information Centres, two of which are located in Whitby and Lindsay, to ensure that information is also made available to clients through these locations. (Receive for Information) I - 13 Charles E. Packer, Site Vice President, Darlington Nuclear Generating Station, providing Council with the annual report cards for Ontario Power Generation Nuclear and Darlington Nuclear. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) I - 14 Ross Fitchett, Public Affairs, Pickering Nuclear, providing Council with their monthly Report Card for Ontario Power Generation Nuclear and Pickering and Darlington Nuclear. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence April 25, 2000 1 - 15 Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture. Food and Rural Affairs, advising Council of a letter sent to Sandy Archibald retarding her concerns for the future of the Integrated Pest Management program. This government is committed to providing the information to farm and rural families that will ensure they are able to make sound business decisions. Several of their strong provincial grower organizations, private sector consultants and not-for-profit sector groups have the ability to act as deliverers of information and expertise. It is now necessary to redirect resources to providing solutions to the key critical provincial issues identified by farm organizations. These issues include the quality and accessibility to our rural water supply, food safety and on-farm food quality concerns, improved pesticide use and exploring the potential of genetically modified foods. The realignment of OMAFRA will assist in meeting these challenges. OMAFRA will establish 13 sites across Ontario, known as resource centres where specialists will be able to provide expert information to farmers and agri-business across the province. An enhanced number of pathways are being developed to deliver information, including the award winning Internet web site and contact through provincial events, such as the Horticultural Crops Conference and the media and farm press. In addition, specialist staff will provide new technology interpretation and training to agri-business staff and private consultants through workshops, seminars and conferences. Farm and rural organizations are maturing and well organized to be key points of delivery for OMAFRA programs. They are working closely with the Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association and the Ontario Apple Commission to ensure the continuity of technology transfer to Ontario growers. (Receive for Information) I - 16 Helen Johns, Minister of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation, requesting nominations for the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship. Established in 1973, the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship recognizes and encourages the virtues of good citizenship by honouring Ontarians who have made outstanding public contributions through exceptional long-term efforts. The award reflects their acts of selflessness, generosity and kindness, and outstanding contributions to community life. Among the 336 past recipients of this award are the founders of Bereaved Families of Ontario, a self-help, mutual aid organization, who were honoured for their outstanding contributions to the province; a woman who co- founded the Kingston and District Association of Parents of Physically Handicapped Children to help parents of disabled children; and the co-ordinator of the Sault Search and Rescue Unit who was responsible for exceptional volunteer training and fund-raising events for the unit. The deadline for receiving nomination forms is April 28. 2000. (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence - 6 - April 25, 2000 I - 17 I.L. Goucher. Public Information Coordinator. VE55 Camp X on the Air Again, advising Council of a commemoration for the heroes of Camp X with the return of Camp X to the air. Camp X was where 'secret agents trained before being parachuted into Nazi occupied territory to not only lead the resistance movement, but to provide valuable information to invading Allied Armies. This event will commemorate the titty-fifth anniversary of VE Day. May 8. 2000. On May 6"'. 7°i and 8"', Amateur Radio operators will be setting up a Special Event Amateur Radio station on the grounds of Camp X Intrepid Park. Whitby. (Receive for Information) 1 - 18 Jim Murphy. Director ot' Government Relations, Greater Toronto Home Builders' Association, advising Council of a letter Mr. Murphy sent to the Mayor of the City of Brampton regarding alternative financing proposals for various projects within the C itv of Brampton. The City of Brampton suggested that a "voluntary" payment of approximately S 1.000 be applied to every single family home in Brampton to finance a theatre and central square in downtown Brampton. At the - meeting there w ere other ideas tabled for creative financing. They wish to inform the City of Brampton that the building and development industry cannot afford to pay "voluntary" charges for projects, no matter how important. The second reason for writing this letter is to suggest that municipalities across the GTA and indeed Ontario all face the same challenge - dealing with increased responsibilities from the province and federal governments while Financing costs from a limited tax base - property taxes, development charges and building permit fees. The development and building industry pays the majority of these costs that are then passed along to purchasers. GTHBA would suggest that in Mayor Robertsons role as Chair of the GTA Mayors and Chairs, they strike a Municipal Finance Sub -Committee to examine other revenue sources to these traditional revenues. These could include many creative measures that several American municipalities have access to but are prohibited within Ontario. (Receive for Information) I - 19 Minutes of the Animal Advisory Committee Meeting dated March 15. 2000. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) 1-20 Deb Street sending a post card to the Mayor and Members of Council thanking them for their generosity and support in the Tall Ship Millennium Challenge. She thanks Council for making her dreams come true. Ms. Street will update us on her amazing experience on the high seas when she returns. Because of our support site has reached her goals and she is ready to take her challenge aboard these tall ships to represent youth/Canada/Bowmanvilie. (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence - 7 - :April 25. 2000 I - 21 Charlene Lavigne. Deputy Ciq Clerk, the City of Guelph. advising that the Council of the City of Guelph on April 3. 3000. passed the following resolution: "THAT By-law (1995)-14892. known as the smoking by-law, be amended to designate bingo halls and bowling alleys to be smoke free by September 30, 2000: AND THAT this resolution be circulated to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and municipalities with a population of 50,000 or greater." _ (Receive for Information) - I - 22 Minutes of the Newcastle Community Hall Board dated March 20, 2000. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence,) (Receive for Information) I - 23 David Anderson. Minister of Environment, advising Council that lie expects to table the Species at Risk Act (SARA) in the House of Commons next week. Following years of consultation and debate, the federal government has developed comprehensive legislation to protect species at risk on all lands throughout Canada. To provide effective species and habitat protection, they have chosen a balanced approach that works on the ground. SARA will ensure that science is the foundation for assessing which species are at risk. It creates mechanisms and powers to act upon scientific assessments by mandating plans to recover species. Furthermore, SARA will provide encouragement and incentives for Canadians, including landowners, land users and municipalities. to protect critical habitat through voluntary stewardship activities. Such cooperative activities are the best means to protect species, and are the preferred approach. However, where such measures are insufficient. SARA will provide the federal government with the authority to protect critical habitat anywhere in the country. SARA will also enable compensation to be paid to landowners and land users for losses suffered as a result of unexpected and unusual impacts from the user of prohibitions against alteration or destruction of identified critical habitat. Mr. Anderson is hoping that he can count on the Municipality of Clarington's support as a municipal representative to meet our responsibility to the world and to future generations to protect our wildlife and species at risk. (Receive for Information) Summary of Correspondence - 8 - April 25. 2000 1 -24 Helen Johns. Minister of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation. inviting the Municipality of Clarington to participate in the Community Action Awards. The Province of Ontario recognizes individuals who have endeavoured to improve the lives of persons with disabilities and make Ontario a better place. Each spring fifteen Ontarians are chosen to receive the Community Action Award. These individuals will have made a significant contribution to their communities by promoting integration and independence, or will have shown commitment and dedication to developing the integration and independence, or will have shown commitment and dedication to developing the potential of persons with disabilities and improving their quality of life. As in past years, recipients will be people who have shown leadership in preventing and removing barriers that impede the full participation of persons with disabilities in our society and economy. The deadline for returning nomination forms is Friday, May 5, 2000. (Receive for Information) I - 25 Tony Clement. Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, advising Council that he is introducing legislation that would establish rules relating to questions on municipal ballots and make the results of such questions binding on local councils if voter turnout was sufficient. This government feels that putting questions on municipal ballots is a means of improving accountability and public trust in government. This bill is therefore intended to strengthen the role of voters in the local democratic process. The Direct Democracy Through Municipal Referendums Act, 3000 also builds on the initiatives of the Fewer Municipal Politicians Act, 1999, so it addresses reform in other municipalities as well. (Receive for Information) 1-26 Minutes of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority meeting dated April 18, 2000. (A copy of the correspondence is attached to the Summary of Correspondence.) (Receive for Information) 1-27 Sam Synard, President, Federation of Canadian Municipalities, encouraging the Municipality of Clarington to apply for the FCM-CH2M Sustainable Community Award. The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and CH2M Hill, one of North America's leading engineering and environmental services firms, are proud to recognize excellence in municipal service delivery that contributes to a sustainable future. Municipal governments can be key players in global efforts to protect out climate. Sharing municipal best practices makes good economic sense too. Building retrofits, more effective water treatment and distribution, waste reduction, improved fleet management, innovative policies and by-laws, etc., can help reduce municipal operating costs, while having a positive impact on the environment. They encourage municipal governments of all population sizes to apply for the FCM-CH2M Sustainable Community Award. Summary of Correspondence - 9 - April 25. 2000 Winners will receive prizes that help advance sustainable development in their communities. Application forms must be received by FCM no later than April 28. 2000. (Receive for Information) 1 -28 Gary Lounsbury. Chair. District Health Council, sending Council a copy of their inaugural newsletter. The Council is committed to communicating with the many stakeholders within the District Health Council's geographic planning area and their newsletter is one venue that they hope will assist in disseminating information about Council and its activities. (Receive for Information) 1-29 James M. Flaherty, Attorney General, Minister Responsible for Native Affairs, regarding the Safe Streets Act. 1999, which he understands has given rise to certain concerns in some municipalities. This legislation forms part of the government's overall commitment to ensuring that the people of Ontario can feel safe in their communities. streets, cars and homes. It fulfills their Blueprint promise to stop aggressive solicitation and squeegee activity and to protect and maintain people's ability to use public places in a safe and secure manner. The Highway Traffic Act has always made it an offence for someone, while on a roadway, to stop or attempt to stop a vehicle to offer or provide any commodity or service to anyone in the vehicle. The Scrfe Streets Act simply adds that it is an offence to approach a vehicle to offer a commodity or service, or to solicit for money while on a roadway. It does not prevent someone from soliciting money in a non-aggressive manner from people in vehicles, if the person soliciting is positioned on a sidewalk, shoulder, boulevard, median or other place that is not a roadway. This government appreciates the valuable contributions voluntary organizations make to the quality of life in the province and recognizes how much these activities contribute to the well-being and strength of Ontario communities. He continues to encourage charities to work with local police services in advance of their activities so that charities' activities are in compliance with the Sine Streets Act and the Highway Traffic Act. (Receive for Information) I - 30 The Corporation of the Township of Uxbridge, advising Council that the Township of Uxbridge passed the following resolution: "THAT the recommendation passed by the Council of the Township of Uxbridge at its meeting held on March 27, 2000, Item 9(a) Other Business pertaining to the Provincial Offences Act, 1997 be rescinded: NOW THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED THAT: Summary of Correspondence - 10- April 25, 2000 I . That the Township of Uxbridge enter into an intermunicipal service agreement with the Region of Durham and the area municipalities in the Region of Durham to provide for the administration of the Provincial Offences Act on the basis of: (a) the Regional Municipality of Durham being the sole service provider for the administration of the Provincial Offences Act in the Region of Durham; (b) The net revenue from the Provincial Offences Act service being split between the Region of Durham and the area municipalities, with distribution amongst the eight area municipalities being based on taxable assessment, as follows: Year Region % Area Municipalities °fin 1998 50 50 1999 50 50 2000 & on 40 60 That the Mavor and the Clerk be authorized to execute the intermunicipal agreement on behalf of the Township and any other documentation necessary to finalize the Provincial Offences Act transfer; 3. The Region of Durham and the area municipalities be advised accordinglv;and 4. That the foregoing approval is conditional on the Region and all area municipalities agreeing to its terms and that no further discussions or negotiations will take place. (Receive for Information) 1 -31 Association of Municipalities of Ontario, introducing Direct Democracy through Municipal Re/erendums Act, 2000. Minister Clement has introduced new legislation, Bill 62, that deals with a number of issues, including: • Provisions for a binding municipal referendum (council initiated, not voter initiated) • The elimination of the provision that would allow 75 electors to petition the Minister to appoint a restructuring commission • Greater discretion to the Minister in defining the area subject of a restructuring commission, to make the area larger or smaller • The ability to maintain the different tax ratios between residential and other property tax classes when separated municipalities and countries amalgamate Summary of Correspondence l 1 - April 25, 2000 • The direct -election of council in the Region of Waterloo and reduction of the size of local councils • New Provisions and changes to the Fewer Municipal Politicians Act, 1999 as it relates to the recent restructuring in four regions, and includes the repeal of the power for Cabinet to amend any Act (generally referred to as the Henry VIII clauses) (Receive for Information) I - 32 Association of Municipalities of Ontario, clarifying what is "Within the Municipal Jurisdiction". In response to Minister Clement's introduction of municipal referendum legislation, AMO President Michael Power said, "Credibility, accountability and consistency and the wise use of taxpayer's dollars cannot be achieved by this legislation if we cannot clarify for the public and ourselves what is within the municipal jurisdiction. If this is to be done on a case- by-case basis as the Minister has stated, then there will be greater confusion and frustration for the public and the two orders of government." There is an overwhelming need to complete the job of setting out what is a provincial versus a municipal government responsibility. AMO has asked the province to not proceed with this legislation until the credibility and value of the province -wide referendum legislation is proven. Municipal government leads all orders of government in terms of direct access, openness and accountability. At the municipal level, public consultation is carried out as good practice. (Receive for Information) CORRESPONDENCE FOR DIRECTION D - 1 Sherry Bonazza, President, Darlington Soccer Club, requesting that an alternative location be found to hold a fireworks display. It has been brought to their attention that the Municipality of Clarington will be holding a fireworks display at the Darlington Soccer fields on May 22, 2000. They feel that a community fireworks display is a terrific idea, however they do have a few reservations regarding the venue. For the past 4 years their club has been paying for a regular field maintenance at the Darlington fields. This past year, for example, they paid close to $12,000 to aerate, fertilize, seed, sod, roll, sand and for extra cuts, so the fields will be in tip top shape. They did some extra maintenance this past fall, in the hopes that the fields will be in extremely good shape for the Ontario 2000 Games. They are proud of the fields, and of their municipality and are trying to assist in any way they can. All money put into these fields have been raised by their club's fundraising, and the sheer hours of volunteer work to raise the funds shouldn't be ignored. Their concerns are that all the work put into these fields over the past few years could be negated by the number of people attending the fireworks display, especially if there is rain beforehand and the fields are soggy. Summary of Correspondence - 12- April 25, 2000 They do not have a watering system for the fields, so they have been trying to lighten the soil through aeration and sanding, which will enable a deeper root growth. If the conditions are right, lawn chairs, blankets and thousands of feet could set them back immeasurably. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Director of Public Works and the Marketing and Tourism Officer) D - 2 Nancy Savoie, 3 Downham Drive, Bowmanville, LIC 4G8, advising of concerns regarding residential parking in her own and several other neighbourhoods. Several neighours have recently received a ticket for being illegally parked on their street. They had not left a one meter requisite distance at either end of their vehicle and thus were too close to their own driveways. The span between driveways on their street is inadequate for anything bigger than a motorcycle or small vehicle to legally park. Ms. Savoie feels this by-law is unjust, unfair, and if one is a tourist this is not a very welcoming gesture. Having said all the above she must also stress that no signs are posted informing people of the by-law for this offence. She doubts most residents could recite or memorize all the by-laws that are on the books in our municipality. She urges the Mayor and Council to consider changing or ridding the books of this by-law. She suspects other neighbourhoods have the same problem with this particular by-law concerning parking. By-laws should serve a practical and/or safety oriented purpose and not be just a revenue generating opportunity or a perceived eyesore and nuisance to neighbours. (Motion to refer correspondence to the Senior Municipal Law Enforcement Officer) D-3 Norman R. Johnston, 30 Famcomb Crescent, Bowmanville, L1C 41-5, regarding on -street parking between 3:00 a.m. - 5:00 a.m. Mr. Johnston has a few questions and concerns about street parking: I . Where were our "ticket police' during the winter months when they have to worry about snow removal? 2. Why would the town allow for such a small amount of parking space near their parks? Elephant Park and Barley Mills are just two parks that come to mind. 3. Why do our town planners allow builders to construct "single car" garages which are only useful if you have the smallest car on the market, and then only if you are a contortionist. 4. He frequently stops at North End Market on Liberty Street. About two years ago the owners provided a safe, off street parking lot, for their customers. In front of the store on the light stand, there is a "No Parking" sign, yet he has never seen nor heard of anyone receiving a ticket for parking in front of the store! Why is this? Summary of Correspondence - 13 - April 25. 2000 5. Which by-law is being broken by overnight parking on our streets? There is no sign on his street indicating that parking is prohibited. Without signage how is one to know if parking is prohibited? (Motion to refer correspondence to the By- law Enforcement Division and the Public Works Department) D-4 Mark R. Joly, Vice Principal, St. Stephen's Secondary School, requesting permission to hold a walk-a-thon, Thursday, June 1, 2000. This event would begin at approximately 9:00 a.m. with staff and students proceeding north on Middle Road in a staggered fashion. They would walk 5 km. North, just before Taunton Road, turn around, and retrace their path, heading south on Middle Road to St. Stephen's. They anticipate that everyone would be back to the school by 12:00 noon for a barbecue and spirit activities. Mr. Joly has been in touch with Mr. Baker, Traffic Co-ordinator. They have discussed the route and Mr. Baker has advised him that they must acquire approval from both the fire and police departments. A proposal to the Clarington Fire Department and the Durham Regional Police has been made. (Motion to approve request provided the organizers apply for and obtain a road occupancy permit for the Public Works Department) D - 5 Robert G. Doumani, Aird & Berlis, Barristers and Solicitors, filing a complaint in accordance with Section 20 of the Development Charges Act. Aird & Berlis are counsel to Ridge Pine Park Inc. which owns and operates Wilmot Creek, a retirement lifestyle community in the Municipality of Clarington. On February 28, 2000, his client submitted applications for building permits to allow five units at Wilmot Creek. Subsequently, his client received a letter from David Creme dated February 25, 2000, stating that units at Wilmot Creek are now going to be treated by Clarington as "single detached dwellings' for the purposes of Development Charge By-law 99-125 and charged a development charge of $5,458.00 per unit, as opposed to the $615.00 rate applied by the Municipality to every other unit at Wilmot Creek to date, in accordance with the terms of an Agreement entered into between R.P.P.I. and the Town of Newcastle in 1981. The position taken by the Municipality not only contravenes the specific terms of the 1981 Agreement and the provisions of the 1989 Act and O. Reg 82/98, but, in addition, contravenes the well established and consistent practice of the municipality over the past several years in dealing with numerous similar or virtually identical building permit applications at Wilmot Creek. His client has relied on this consistent (and correct) practice on the Town's part and has entered into agreements to sell these latest five units, and six others for which permit applications have yet to be submitted are pending, on the understanding that a development charge of $615.00 would be required in accordance with the terms of the 1981 Agreement. Summary of Correspondence - 1 d - April 25, 2000 The municipality is estopped by its past conduct in this matter from taking the position it now takes and purporting to charge the higher rate, which rate, they note, they have appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and which will be the subject of a hearing before the Board in the fall. (Motion for Direction) D - 6 John Fletcher. Committee Member. Canada Dav 2000. Orono, requesting permission to rent the Orono Park Swimming Pool for the afternoon of Saturday, July 1, 2000, to provide free swimming to the many visitors who they expect to attend their parade through the Village to the Orono Park. They are also requesting that the municipality waive any parking fees that might be imposed during the event. (Motion for Direction) D - 7 R.J. Douglas, Town Clerk. Town of Richmond Hill, advising that the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill on April 3, 2000, passed the following resolution: "WHEREAS, the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill has considered the views of the ratepayers and electors of the Town on the subject of businesses which offer adult entertainment services within the Town; and WHEREAS. the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill has determined that it is contrary to the public interest to allow the operation of businesses which offer adult entertainment services anvwhere within the Town of Richmond Hill: and WHEREAS. the Supreme Court of Canada has confirmed that, as a matter of common law, it is not open to a municipality to prohibit absolutely a class of lawful business from operating anywhere within the municipality, and has further confirmed that adult entertainment services can constitute lawful business activities; and WHEREAS, by virtue of the common law as aforesaid, the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill is unable to give effect to the clear public interest in prohibiting businesses which offer adult entertainment services from operating within the Town of Richmond Hill; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill does hereby resolve that: Summary of Correspondence - 15 - April 25, 2000 The Legislature of the Province of Ontario is hereby requested to consider the enactment of an amendment to Section 225 of the Municipal Act. R.S.O. 1990. c.M.45, as amended, so as to authorize the council of a local municipality, at its option, to prohibit the establishment of businesses which offer adult entertainment services at any location within the municipality if such a prohibition is deemed to be within the public interest. by by-law duly enacted for that purpose. 2. This Resolution shall be forwarded to the councils of all - municipalities in the Province of Ontario which have a current population of 30,000 or more. together with a request that those municipalities consider the enactment of a similar resolution requesting the Provincial Legislature to enact the statutory amendment described above." (Motion for Direction) D - 3 Association of Municipalities of Ontario, advising Council of the resolution passed by the City of Welland as follows: "WHEREAS cultural clubs and non profit halls were previously assessed for property tax purposes under residential rates; and WHEREAS present legislation has changed the assessment class applied to culture clubs and non profit halls from residential to commercial; and WHEREAS this change has resulted in property tax increases to cultural clubs and non profit halls in the order of 2 to 2.5 times more than previous; and WHEREAS this additional cost results in significant losses in funding available for local worthy causes; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Welland City Council petition the Province of Ontario to amend assessment legislation to include cultural clubs and non profit halls in the assessment classification for non profit serve organizations and non profit private clubs for the purposes of exempting cultural clubs and non profit halls from paying commercial tax rates; and THAT this resolution be circulated to AMO and all municipalities in the Province of Ontario for their endorsement." (Motion for Direction) Summary of Correspondence - 16- April 25, 2000 D - 9 Brian Knott, Director of Legal Services/Clerk, Municipality of Chatham -Kent, advising that the Council of the Municipality of Chatham -Kent on April 3, 2000, passed the following resolution: "THAT the Provincial Government has initiated a review of Sections 85 to 90 of the Drainage Act dealing with grants. This review could result in grants being eliminated totally, partially, or not at all. AND WHEREAS the Drainage Act has remained in its present state since approximately 1982. Grants paid by the Ministry of Agriculture. Food and Rural Affairs are applied to properties that are deemed to be agricultural. These grants have been essential in helping farmers to maintain and or improve their crops production. AND WHEREAS there are areas in Ontario, particularly in southwestern Ontario, that are at lake level or below. An extensive system of pumped drainage schemes and dykes has created an infrastructure to which on- going maintenance is critical. The protection provided by these schemes transforms otherwise marginal farmland into some of the most productive land in Ontario. AND WHEREAS fuel prices are now at all time highs and commodity prices are unacceptably low, Ontario farmers face a difficult economic situation. Fertilizer, machinery, chemical and seed prices continue to drive up the price of production. Grants have been a dependable constant for many years. In these difficult and challenging times for the agricultural community, it is imperative that these grants be continued. AND WHEREAS the potential reduction or elimination of the grant program will have lasting negative effects on the infrastructure necessary to the agricultural community. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham -Kent petition the Government of the Province of Ontario to retain the present Municipal Outlet Drainage grant program as well as the Tile Loan program without any reductions. AND FURTHER THAT the Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham - Kent circulate this resolution to all Members of Provincial Parliament in Ontario, all Municipalities in Ontario, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, and the Rural Ontario Municipal Association, the Canadian Federation of Agriculture and the Ontario Federation of Agriculture stressing the importance of and the need for the continuation of the grant programs under the Drainage Act." (Motion for Direction) Summary of Correspondence - 17- April 25. 2000 D- 10 Carol Bowie and Steve Best, 1999-2000 National Presidents, Kinsmen Kinette, requesting that the Municipality of Clarington place a "Message -of -Support' in Kin's national magazine. Service clubs are the heart and soul of many communities. They raise funds that government dollars cannot provide: they undertake service projects to meet local community needs: and they train members and help them learn skills that are transferable to home, work and other volunteer situations. Our community is no different. They need our community's support for their annual "Message -of -Support" campaign so Kinsmen and Kinettes can continue to provide assistance to the many groups, individuals and organizations that rely on them. They invest the revenue in their members by providing leadership training, personal development activities and team -building opportunities. Strengthening and encouraging members is an excellent investment because it pays off year after year in increased community service work. It is our community that will benefit from this investment. (Motion for Direction) The Regional Municipality of Durham- --- Clerk's Department 605 Rosslartd 9d. East P.O. Box 623 Whitby, Ontario Canada L1 N 6A3 (905) 668-7711 Fax: (905) 668-9963 P.M. Madill, A.M.C.T. Regional Clerk COUNCIL INFORMATION April 5, 2000 Mrs. P.L. Barrie Clerk The Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario, L1 C 3A6 - (CC# 1999-541) Report on Correspondence WR-1-20017- PattiBarrie, Municipal Clerk, Municipality of Clarington dated November 26, 1999 to Pat Madill, Regional Clerk, Re: Council of the Municipality of Clarington considered Correspondence from Tony Clement, Minister of the Environment, regarding the Waste Diversion Organization Request from Councillor David Ryan, City of Pickering - (2000 -WR -7) - Our Ref: 023-00 Mrs. Barrie, the Works Committee of Regional Council considered the above matter and at a meeting held on April 5, 2000, Council adopted the following recommendation of the Committee: " THAT Report #2000 -WR -7 of the Commissioner of Works be received for information and that a copy be forwarded to the Municipality of Clarington and Councillor David Ryan, City of Pickering." Enclosed, as directed, is a copy of Report #2000 -WR -7 of V.A. Silgailis, Commissioner of Works. P.M. Madill, A.M.C.T.s'_' Regional Clerk2 PMM/cs Ll4k�7 cc: V.A. Silgailis, Commissioner of Works - ? -- IOU% Post Consumer C 1 J. \--t ,/ Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department Commissioner's Report to Works Committee Report 2000 -WR- 07 Date March 28, 2000 Subject REPORT ON CORRESPONDENCE WR -1-2000 (CC# 1999-541) PATTI BARRIE, MUNICIPAL CLERK, MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON DATED NOVEMBER 26, 1999 TO PAT MADILL, REGIONAL CLERK; RE: COUNCIL OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON CONSIDERED CORRESPONDENCE FROM TONY CLEMENT, MINISTER OF THE ENVIRONMENT, REGARDING THE WASTE DIVERSION ORGANIZATION. REQUEST FROM COUNCILLOR DAVID RYAN, CITY OF PICKERING. Recommendation THAT this report be received for information and a copy be forwarded to the Municipality of Clarington and Councillor David Ryan, City of Pickering. Report In a letter dated November 26, 1999, the Municipality of Clarington requested the Region clarify the implementation date of the new Waste Diversion Organization (WDO) and how the Blue Box recycling program will be affected. Councillor Ryan has requested information on how much funding the Region will receive from the Waste Diversion Organization and what is planned for the funds. On November 3, 1999, Mr. Tony Clement, Minister of the Environment, announced a partnership between the Province, municipalities, and industry to form a voluntary Waste Diversion Organization. The WDO was established to develop, fund and implement waste diversion activities in the Province with a key objective to deliver a sustainable funding plan for the Blue Box program and other waste diversion initiatives. WM1 mp 03 Page Report 2000 -WR -07 Date March 28, 2000 Report contd The WDO is to provide the following funding: • $8 million toward the cost of recycling Blue Box glass, • $2 million toward the diversion of organic wastes, • $2 million toward improving the Blue Box program, • $1 million toward the establishment of additional depots for municipal household hazardous wastes, and, • $1 million toward newspaper advertising to inform residents about waste management activities. There are twelve members on the WDO Board and they represent the following organizations: • 4 members from the food and consumers products sectors • 4 members from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario • 1 member from the Canadian Newspaper Association • 1 member from the Liquor Control Board of Ontario • 1 member from the Recycling Council of Ontario • 1 joint member from the Canadian Paint and Coatings Association and the Canadian Manufacturers of Chemical Specialties Association. The Ministry of the Environment is a non-voting member and is represented by its Deputy Minister. The Ministry provides an advisory role. The WDO held its first meeting on January 13, 2000 and the members of the Board are listed in a Ministry of the Environment News Release, a copy of which, is attached to this report as Attachment No. I The Region made application to the WDO for its share of the $4 million contribution from the Liquor Control Board of Ontario to offset the costs of recycling glass bottles. The WDO has advised the Region it will be receiving $134,991. These funds will be included in the Region's 2000 Solid Waste Budget, as a source of revenue for the Blue Box Recycling program. 04 Page 3 Report 2000 -WR - Date March 28, 2000 Report comd The WDO has just been organized and a number of task committees have been established. It will be some time before the WDO will have an impact on waste diversion programs. The Region will continue to monitor their progress and provide reports to the Works Committee. /I/'!j• V. A. Silgai Commissioi 05 /P.Eng. of Works Ontario moving forward on waste diversion Atf ;, 4�.,s;T rro. >_ News ReleaseI T3 Communique R`�`i T 2 Ministry of the Environment htlP'%� www.•ne.pov.On.t,� January 13, 2000 Idmistere de I Envnonnement hnp uwww.enc. gov.on.caenvisiomnews/00500nn Ontario - Ontario moving forward on waste diversion The first meeting of Ontario's newly -established Waste Diversion Organization (WDO) was held today in Toronto with the introduction of board members by Environment Minister Tony Clement. "Bv bringing industry and municipalities together in a working partnership, I believe we are laying a solid foundation for waste reduction in Ontario for vears to come," Clement said. "I am confident that we will achieve Ontario's waste diversion target of cutting in half the amount of waste sent for disposal." The WDO is a partnership between government, municipalities and industry to help fund - municipal Blue Box and other waste diversion programs. The organization is based on a one-year, voluntary Memorandum of Understanding. Its members have committed S14.5 million to develop, implement and fund municipal waste diversion programs. The members of the Ontario Waste Diversion Organization are: Representing industry: • Peter Elwood, inaugural WDO Chair, President of Lipton. • Bill Apted, President, Crown Cork & Seal Canada Inc • Tony Eames, President. Coca Cola Ltd. • Ron Hoare, Vice President, Corporate Planning and Development, Para Inc. • Marina Kovrig, Vice President, Development and External Affairs, Recochem Inc. (observer status) • Bill McEwan, President, The Great Atlantic & Pacific Company of Canada Inc. Representing municipalities: • Joan King, Councillor. City of Toronto • Terry Cassidy, Councillor, City of Quinte West • Peter Partington, Councillor, Regional Municipality of Niagara nR Ontario mocine lorward on waste diversion hap:nw ww.enc.gov.onxwenvistomnewsi0050L • John Jardine, Commissioner of Environmental Services and City Engineer, City of London Representing the LCBO: • Andy Brandt, Chair & Chief Executive Officer, LCBO Representing the Canadian Newspaper Association: • John Honderich, Publisher, Toronto Star Representing the Recycling Council of Ontario: • John Hanson, the RCO's Executive Director Representing the Ministry of the Environment: • Stien Lal, Deputy ;Minister (observer status) "This high-calibre group opens up exciting possibilit , for waste management in this province," Clement said. "I know they will bring insight and entt. asm to the task of protecting the environment." WE II existe une version frangaise de ce document For further information: Gerry Merchant, (416) 314-6666 Communications Branch Dan Schultz, (416) 314-6739 Minister's Office MUNICIPALITY OF 0arington ONTARIO November 26, 1999 Ms. Pat Madill Clerk Regional Headquarters Building 605 Rossland Road East Box 623 Whitby, Ontario LIN 6A3 Dear Ms. Madill: AT .';;:::.:-:;r i.?. 2 RE: Waste Diversion Organization Our File: E07.WA TO %'). 2000-wR-07 C CLiRK S UiYAR I MtN1 inalm m'r V A 51 l i��s r C. r'le :. Acor. Ac::cn At a meeting held on November 22, 1999, the Council of the Municipality of Clarington considered correspondence from Tony Clement, Minister of the Environment, regarding the above matter. In considering this item, Council passed the following resolution: "THAT Correspondence Item I - 5 be received for information; and THAT the Council of the Municipality of Clarington request the Region of Durham to clarify how the Recycling Program for the Municipality will be affected, and the implementation date of the Waste Diversion Organization." I look forw�your response in this matter. You M.C.T., PLB/dh CC 0(541/ CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET • BOWMANVILLE • ONTARIO • LIC 3A0 • 19001 023.7379 . FAX 077.4199 wEBsIrE www munim94.111y cl4rin9,on.on.c4 MINUTES 1_6 LOCAL ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON MARCH 21, 2000 100APi212 < .2:45:42 MEMBERS PRESENT: ,Jeff Brooks Janie Dodds Vic Suppan Mavis Carlton Steven Cooke David Jenkins Councillor Jane Rowe _ Isabel Little - Liaison, Planning REGRETS: Linda Kiff, Nancy Miller, Donna Naulls-Ruttner-,-- - Simone Georges GUEST: Paula Bund Chair -Janie Dodds opened the meeting and introduced Paula Bund, an interested observer who, in her business life, fs involved in promotion, communication and tourism. Janie reported that long-time member Bill Paterson had submitted his resignation Isom LACAC. 20-04 Moved bv.Ieff; Seconded by David. that Bill Paterson he thanked for his years of service and assistance to the committee and that his resignation be accepted with regret. CARRIED ADOPTION OF MINUTES It was pointed out that 5565 Old Scugog Road had been approved for designation at the October t 9. 1999 meeting. It was merely the earliest date for the house that required review. 20-05 Moved by .Steven. Seconded by David. that the Minutes cis amended be accepted. CARRIED . -.,-,- 0LER / A....... BUSINESS ARISING 5565 Old Scugog Road I F�,;;a s.;__ 1771 1 Pollowing review of historical records. it was determined that the earliest date or tie house 1862. It is this date that will be used in the designation information. .._ Colo . LFA . Minutes of LACAC Meetinc of March 21. 2000 Heritaee Week Advertisements had been placed during Heritage Week in February and had appeared in the Orono Times and in Clarington This Week at a cost of just under $300. Financial Report Janie advised that as the books are being audited at present, they are not available for review. Treasurer Linda had reported that the balance is $8,049.92. House Tour The event was considered to have been extremely successful, but not a financial suecess, with a profit of $1,493.55. This amount divided with Tyrone United Church, gives us $746.78. Information from similar events is being gathered and ideas will be presented later, perhaps linked with another event or with a special theme, such as local cemeteries. Primary List Review of this list must be completed. David and Jeff will return their lists. Considerable discussion ensued about what to look for when reviewing the buildings. It was pointed out that the list is a list of buildings with features still worthy of designation. Premises with additions or renovations such as aluminum siding, replacement windows and storms, etc. cannot be included. Janie reported that recently she had attended an Open I louse for the designation of Parkwood in Oshawa. Historic Centre of Town. Mavis gave an update on the Old 13owmanville Neighbourhood. Residents of the area within Concession. Wellington, Centre, Horsey, Elgin, Lowe and Lovers Lane have formed a group concerned about the effect that proposed replacement of sanitary sewers, water pipes, ete.will have on this historic part of town. Other issues include street parking and the speed of vehicles as well as the volume oftraffic. Correspondence A letter of thanks had been received from the Mavor. Members were reminded about the Heritage Areas seminar to be held April 28 - 30 in Niagara on the Lake. Cost $65.00 each. Janie advised that from time to time LACAC receives various suggestions and a recent one that might be of interest to our LACAC is stone masonry. Peter Devine Masonry from Mississauga will be happy to talk to us at a cost of approximately $100.00. This could be pursued for the fall, perhaps a special seminar in September. Minutes of LACAC Meetine of March 21, 2000 NEW BUSINESS 3 Jame advised that during her discussions at Parkwood it was suggested that a tour and discussion might be of interest to our members at a cost of around $6.00 each. Perhaps for our June Meeting. Mavis advised that she should be away in June and would not vote. 20-06 Moved by Steven, Seconded by David that a tour at 7.00 n. m. be investigated for our June jVeeting. CARRIED There being no other business, Vic was invited to give his educational presentation about hardware - hinges and latches. As usual, the information was valuable to members and Vic was thanked for his research and for passing alone the details. Steven moved adjournment of the meeting. Next Meeting 7:00 p.m., 'Tuesday, April 18. 2000 Newcastle Village Community Hall COUNCIL INFORMATION'00APP11 PN 2:28:04 I-8 VALLEYS 2000 (BOWMANVILLE) INC. MINUTES of a meeting of directors of Valleys 2000 (Bowmanville) Inc. held at the Municipal Administrative Centre, on the 23rd day of March, 2000 at the hour of 7 p.m. PRESENT: Harold Hammond, Sue Larsh, Bill Humber, Mavis Carlton, Frank Lockhart, Al Valliancourt, Bill Huether, Kevin Anyan, Al Strike, Carl Schenk, directors of the Corporation. ALSO PRESENT: George Stanios of G.L. Goldie Company Ltd., and Isabel Little and Brent Mavin representing the Municipality of Clarington. ABSENT: David Lawson, Bob Simpson and Ian Maciver. 1. Ad6ption of Minutes Moved by Harold Hammond, seconded by Sue Larsh that the minutes of the meeting for March 8th, 2000 be approved. "Carried" 2. Fund Raising George Stanois of Goldie Company went through a prepared agenda and prioritized the list of interviews and reviewed the letter of introduction, summary case statement and questionnaire. Moved by Bill Huether, seconded by Kevin Anyan that Goldie Company be authorized to proceed with the Fund Raising Planning Study as sub- mitted. "Carried" It was agreed that Frank would travel to the Goldie Company Office to sign the form letter of introduction which will be sent to all interviewees. 3. Implementation Committee Report Frank Lockhart reported that the Implementation Committee consisting of himself, Bill Huether, Carl Schenk and Mavis Carlton had met with town officials and received $50,000 of the authorized $138, 000 loan with the proviso that more funds would be advanced upon receipt of a positive report from fund raisers. Further services of Mark Schollen and Totten Sims Ubicci were to be on a project basis as required. 4. Property Matters Frank Lockhart reported that purchase arrangements were proceeding to being finalized with Fram and Stulberg, although there was some difficulty on obtaining a final response from Stulberg. He also stated that negotiations for the lease with Goodyear were going well and had been reduced to letters of intent. Al Strike commented that he was endeavouring to have the suggested lease of 20 years with Goodyear limited because of The Planning Act extended since there is no exemption for municipalities in the Planning Act and he had made a commitment in writing to Revenue Canada in obtaining the Charitable Number that theme. ,_ municipality would hold the land "in fee" or a lease in perpetuity. Sub sequent inquiries after battles with voice mail indicated that MillenniuM Grants federally would accept a 20 year lease and Trillium a 5,?year le ° $L[/ C It has been agreed with Dennis Hefferin, solicitor for the Tow, -nn,,, -�}}pp{{����a�jip/� •:ii:'11T�9Fi- Iv...(.w will use his best endeavours to obtain at least a 50 year lease-i�,der-----�-- to protect the substantial investment being made by the Co mW,1- 3 5. Volunteers4 Frank Lockhart reported that Susan Elston of the Viridium �oard•-had offered men and equipment for a tree cutting clean up proposed - Saturday, April 22nd, (subsequently changed to April 29th to avoid_,.,,._,,.__ Easter weekend). Also the Sea Cadets are most anxious to help._ LDfa ..�J 1....-_, 6. Home Show Mav 6 & 7 Sue Larsh of Communications asked for volunteers "to sit" at a Valleys 2000 display and advised that a volunteer list would be passed around at our next meeting. 7. "Walk in the Park" & Trail Location Event Frank Lockhart stated that a "Walk through and trail location survey" would take place involving Mark Schollen and Cathy Herb (CLOCA), and as many board members as possible. It was agreed that the date be Saturday, April 8th at 10:00 a.m. 8. Signage for Coming Events It was agreed that Sue Larsh & Kevin Anyan would propose a- plan for signage for our coming events. -- 9. Miscellaneous Implementations _ Frank Lockhart led in a discussion on various matters to be considered_ further at future meeting; (a) Trails - staking of how many and when -excavation -haulage -distribution & grading -compaction (b) Use of kiosk (c) Tree cutting and planting (d) When and what improvements to the fish ladder (e) Establishment of Wetland on the Fram Property (f) Stream bank work (g) Parking lot - should remain gravel 10, Next Meeting Date: Thursday, April 6th, 2000 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Municipal Administrative Centre Meeting adjourned at 9:27 p.m. - ------------------------------ Secretary Minutes approved April, 2000 ------------------------- Chair-------------------- COUNCIL INFORMATION! CaiiAPr<1* (),:3 1-9 VALLEYS 2000 (BOWMANVILLE) INC. MINUTES of a meeting of the board of directors of Valleys 2000 (Bowmanville) Inc. held at the Municipal Administrative Centre on the 6th day of April, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. PRESENT: Bob Simpson, Frank Lockhart, Sue Larsh, Mavis Carlton, Bill Humber, Harold Hammond, Kevin Anyan, Alan Strike & Bill Huether. ALSO PRESENT: Brent Mavin and Bin Newell representing the Municipality of Clarington ABSENT: David Lawson, Al Vallaincourt, Ian Maciver. & Carl Schenk 1. Adoption of Minutes - moved by Alan Strike and Sue Larsh that the minutes of the meeting of March 23rd, 2000 as amended be approved. Carried 2. Fund Raising - Frank Lockhart reported that he had- visited Goldie's Offices in Toronto and signed 37 letters to inverviewees and -that these letters had gone out and interviews were being held. 3. Grant Applications - Our Chair read a letter from the New Ontario Trillium Foundation approving a grant of $75,000 over 12 months allocated as follows: Trail Improvements $25,900 Fish Ladder Improvements 2,400 Bank Protection Restoration 25,200 Engineering & Design 21,500 The first payment of $37,500 will be made upon copies of the lease arrangements be provided to Trillium. A copy of the Trillium letter is attached to these minutes. (a) 4. Property Report - Frank Lockhart reported that Fram had authorized us to work on their lands pending the formal transfer to the Municipality. There are some $7,500 arrears of taxes of which we will be required to pay $1,900. MOVED BY Kevin Anyan and seconded by Harold Hammond that Valleys 2000 pay the $1,900 as consideration for the Fram lands. Carried (b) Mr. Stulberg is back in Toronto and communication restored with him. However some details remain unsolved with his finance partners which it is hoped will be resolved shortly. (c) The Goodyear Lease is about ready to be signed. (d) The Mark Williams property now has a positive response from the owner but final details have yet to be worked out. 5. Volunteers - The Veridian Cleanup of fallen trees and brush is still scheduled for Saturday, April 29th, even though it is the opening of the fishing season. The Sea Cadets have established a date of June 10th for their cleanup operation. 6. Home Show - Sue Larsh passed around a list of sitting times for our - Exhibit at the Home Show on May 6th & 7th. It was agreed that! -the _ 0, Communications Committee would arrange for the sale of members,} s,. L the Home Show. _V 7. Signage For Coming Events - Kevin Anyan reported that Keitri' - -- would produce 4' x 8' signs on plywood for $450, and on mreplast-•for-- #P�- $250 on the basis he would donate half the costs. It was Agreed---t41at. .1- Kevin Anyan and the Communications Committee would investigate the._ matter of a sign. 8. Other Business (a) Al Valliancourt had spoken to an organization about Valleys 2000 and his honourarium cheque was presented to Bill Huether for delivery to our treasurer. (b) Bill Huether advised that our insurance had been renewed for another yea (c) Al Strike advised that we had received a letter from the Charities Division of Revenue Canada expressing its intention to offer area information sessions for registered charities including topics like "receiptingS disbursements, and gifts -in- kind this spring and inviting our participation. Frank Lockhart agreed to contact Revenue Canada concerning our involvement. 9. Frank's Picture Show - Frank Lockhart showed slides he had taken of the Valley flooding and iceburg damage above and below the bridge at Rotary Park . . . .as well as a few breath taking shots of some of his mountain climbing excursions. 10. Next Meeting - Tuesday, April 18th at the Municipal Administrative Centre at 7:00 p.m. not the regular time of 7:30 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. ------------------------- Secretary Minutes approved April, 2000 ------------------- Attachments for Information 1. Trillium Foundation Letter dated March 31/00 approving $75,000 Grant 2. Letter of Understanding to Clarington dated 'March 23/00 regarding the $50,000 advance. 3. Letter of Goldie dated March 8/00 re the Fund Raising Planning Study PLEASE AIRF HAVE YOUR CHAIR wEtl+thMENT. Ir I( HE 50ARD SIGN WHERE INOICATEC AND SEND BACK TO TRIWUM 1� II TMS Mg. ONTARIO TRILLIUM IOUNOATION LA NOUVELLE IONOIITION TRILLIUM 09 L -ONTARIO March 31, 2000 Mr. Frank Lockhart Valleys 2000 P.0 Box 364 Bowmanville, ON LIC 3L1 Dear Mr. Lockhart: Re: Request File No. 9903206 Community Grants I am delighted to inform you that on March 24, 2000 the Ontario Trillium Foundation approved a grant to your organization in the amount of $75,000 over 12 months. The purpose of the grant is to address protection and rehabilitation of the Bowmanville Creek and valley lands in order to improve the ecological health of the creek and surrounding ecosystem. The Trillium Foundation funding has been allocated as follows: Trail Improvements - $25,900 Fish Ladder Improvements - $2,400 Bank Protection and Restoration - $25,200 Engineering and Design - $21,500 We have attached the following condition to this grant: That appropriate lease arrangements be made with all of the landowners involved, and that this documentation be provided to the Trillium Foundation. Outcomes 1. The Bowmanville Creek and the valley lands will be protected and rehabilitated. 2. The ecological health of the creek and surrounding ecosystem will be improved 3. There will be an increase in citizen awareness and pride in the area. 45 Charles SUeet EM F.hh Fb . Taranto. Onuno M4Y 152 Canada Direct Li : (4(6) 9634927 Facsimile: (416) 9638781 TTY: (416) 9637905 TW Free: 1 (800) 263.28871nterrN, o nnolh-.vwlnllrvnlo..dauonorg 45. roe Charles est Se huge. Toronto (Onurio) M4Y IS2 Canada TNaphone: (416) 9634927 Tfllcopuar (4 t6) 963.8781 APS: (4'6) 963.7905 Na um (mis:1 (800) 2632887 Internet: I,Mllw W11 nfovdahonoeg Page 2 Indicators of Success 1. Students and youth groups will be involved. 2. There will be increased use of the trail resulting from easier access. 3. Volunteer involvement will increase. 4. There will be substantial community support in the form of donated materials, labour and funds. There will be a reduction in the calls to the Durham Regional Police concerning this area. There will be a reduction in the calls to the Durham Regional Police concerning this area. Please note that we have attached the Requirements Schedule for this grant. Also, enclosed are the following, which we developed to help you prepare your report: - - - 1) Evaluation & Reporting Guidelines for Trillium Grantees 2) Community Contributions Form We want to remind you that, in accepting this grant, you are agreeing to use the funds for the purposes for which this grant is approved, to meet any conditions of the grant, and to follow the guidelines set out in the attached Guide for New Grant Recipients. We ask that you confirm your agreement by returning the attached copy of this letter signed by the Chair of your Board. A cheque in the amount of37$ ,500.00 representing the first payment under the grant and made payable to Valleys 2000, will be forwarded to you as soon as we receive the appropriately signed Letter of Agreement and you comply with the requirementls which we have outlined in this letter before we release any grant payment. Provided we are satisfied with your progress report and we do not encounter any other issues which cause us to review the grant, the remaining payment under this grant will be made as indicated in the attached Payment Schedule. Any tools, materials, studies, or other resources resulting from this grant should be made available to other organizations or individuals who may want to use them, at a reasonable cost. Please include copies of these resources with your report to Trillium, so that we can also make them available to others. Information about this grant and all other grants we make will be available on the Internet through Trillium's website. In addition, information from grants and reports may be highlighted in our communications from time to time. Now that your grant has been approved, you probably have some general questions for us. We have tried to anticipate some of these and have responded to them in a guide, which is attached. Please call your Program Manager, Jacqueline Powell, with any additional questions you have. .Furl Donor. Rcqu t ID «IDx Page 3 Congratulations on your successful application! We look forward to working with you, and wish you success in the great work you are doing. Yours sincerely, L,-744-- FCXJA�' Robert G. Power Chair of the Board RGP:do - Attachments: Evaluation and Reporting Guidelines for Trillium Grantees Community Contributions Form Guide for New Grant Recipients Payment Schedule Requirements Schedule Photocopy of this letter which serves as your Letter of Agreement (Note: Please sign this photocopy and return it immediately to Trilliwn.) Cortummiry Gams Rcq=t ID 9903206 MUNICIPAL TY OF sarin a fon --- ONTARIO March 23, 2000 Ms. Isabel Little fRM1ry Planner, Community Planning Branch Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario LIC 3A6 LETTER OF UNDERSTANDING Valleys 2000 (Bowmanville) Inc. hereby acknowledges receipt of the amount of $50,000 from the Municipality of Clarington, as approved in accordance with Council Resolution #GPA -58-00. Sixteen thousand of the $50,000 will be allocated to retain a fund-raising consultant, and the balance of $34,000 will be allocated to retain a consultant for design and engineering works for the trail system. The $50,000 is accepted as a loan and will be repaid to the Municipality once funds are received from the community or other sources. Prior to approval of subsequent phases by Council, these funds will be repaid in full. As the Chair and Treasurer for Valleys 2000, we understand the above and take full responsibility for the administration and repayment of these funds. F" k 1 "' z - Rev. Dr. Frank Lockhart Chair, Valleys 2000 Iain r A4..c.;ucr Treasurer, Valleys 2000 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET - BOWMANVILLE - ONTARIO • LIC 3A6 1905) 61]-]])9 FAX 629.4169 WEBSITE www municipality clarin Olon pn ca March 8, 2000 Bill Huether Vice President Valleys 2000 c/o James Insurance 28 King Street East Bowmanville,ON LIC IN2 Dear Mr. Huether: RE: Fund-raising Planning Study M We appreciate the opportunity to conduct a Fund-raising Planning Study for Valleys 2000. This letter will confirm that the -Goldie Company will conduct the Study as outlined in our detailed proposal, dated November 24, 1999 and that we will commence the Study immediately. I will be the Goldie Company team leader on this project and will also draw upon the expertise of David Chambers, Sharon Gregory and all of the available database information resources of the Goldie Company. The Goldie Company will provide the Study services for an all inclusive contract fee of $16,000, plus applicable taxes. The fust third of the fee would be payable upon the completion of the two meetings and the Study materials, i.e., the Case, Questionnaire, List of Interviewees, and accompanying letter. The second installment would be due upon completion of the Interim Report Committee meeting and the final payment would be due upon delivery of the Final Report of Findings and Recommendations. All local Goldie Company travel costs are included in our fee. 462 Wellington Succi Wcet, Suitt W,Totomo. Ont M$V 1 E3 rcl. (4 16) 5811530 Toll tree 1 (888) 4926181 F1% (416) 5811435 E mad: goldicco®iducct.com u'ch: www thcgoldscompa ycom I(% n- R l i r( % C C 0 It N s e( S i% C f l 9 6 5 I trust you will find these conditions satisfactory. Please sign both copies and return one to me. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give me a call. Sincerely, George Stanois Vice President Agreement: For: Valleys 2NO Signature: I - Name: Bill Huether Title:- Vice President Date: VIRIDIAN C O R P O R A T I O N April 3, 2000 Mayor Hamre Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, ON L1C 3A6 Dear Mayor Hamre: COUNCIL INFORMATION 00RPRI0 =.r 2:1,9:08 r S H Q 11LLOG 0= CLARINL i O'i+ MAYOR'S OFFICE I-10 1920 Bayly Street Pickering, ON L1W 3R6 TEL(905)427-987C TEL 1-888-420-007C FAX(905)427-4998 www.veridianon. ca Enclosed herewith please find a press release on our acquisition of Port Hope Hydro. Port Hope Hydro is in our long term strategic interest due to its proximity to Clarington. The new Clarington/Port Hope Service Centre will have the critical mass for our field operations east of Oshawa. Port Hope Hydro also has significance in terns of long term shareholder value. The distribution system is in excellent condition and Port Hope has a high proportion of industrial load. Our Board of Directors are very, pleased with this latest acquisition as it truly allows us to develop into a viable regional energy company. Yours truly, 12,1 6ohn Wiersma President & Chief Executive Officer Encl. The power to make your community better. VE RI DIAN C O R P O R A T I O N NEWS RELEASE 1920 Bayly Stre P,ckenng. ON L1%V 3k. TEL(905)427-98" Veridian Corporation Expands into Regional Energy Company FAX (905) 427-,4998 by Acquiring Port Hope Hydro www.veridian.on Pickering — Pickering based Veridian Corporation is on the acquisition path. Jim Mason, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Veridian Corporation announced the acquisition of Port Hope Hydro. The Council of the Town of Port Hope met earlier this week to approve the sale of Port Hope Hydro to Veridian at a price of $9.6 million. Veridian Corporation is a new energy company formed by the merger of the Ajax, Clarington and Pickering Hydro -Electric Commissions and started operating as a merged utility on November 1, 1999. The company is jointly owned by the municipalities of Ajax, Clarington and Pickering. Veridian has been an aggressive new player in the new energy marketplace, which was opened up by the passage of the Province's Energy Competition Act. It now provides electric distribution services to Ajax, Oarington and Pickering and has also acquired the rights to be the electric distributor for Uxbridge and Port Hope. Both acquisitions must be approved bythe Ontario Energy Board. Port Hope Hydro is a natural fit for us noted Veridian's President & CEO, John Wiersma. By combining the Clarington and Port Hope service areas we are able to achieve further economies out of our Clarington operations and reduce costs says Wiersma. All administrative and billing functions will be centralized in Ajax/Pickering. With the new acquisitions Veridian will now serve 68,000 customers covering a population of approximately 210,000. It has become the 9`h largest municipal electric utility in the province. The new legislation has made it more difficult for smaller utilities to continue their operations and the legislation has been a catalyst for municipalities to sell their utilities or to combine their efforts with others. Veridian Corporation is clearly the largest single voluntary amalgamation of utilities in the province and it was first off the mark when the legislation presented these new opportunities. The sale of Pon Hope Hydro is also expected to provide benefits to Port Hope. Wiersma notes that Veridian is able to provide a higher level of service to Port Hope such as 24 hour dispatch center, the automation of the power distribution system and the resources of a much larger utility in responding to emergencies. Veridian is a company with strong community roots and it wants to continue in the strong tradition of Port Hope Hydro and be an integral part of the Town of Port Hope and other communities where it has a presence. It lives by the motto "The Power to Make Your Community Better". in The power to make your community better. ONTAR10rum. i GENERATION COUNCIL INFORMATION I-13 tit.&&Charles) Packer Site Vice President Y.U. Box 4000 Bowmanwile, Ontario UC 3Z8 Mayor Hamre & Councillors Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance St. Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 3A6 Dear Mayor Hamre: Nuclear Report Cards Darlington Nuclear Tel: 905-697-7499 Fax: 905-697-7596 E -Mail: chanes.packer@ontariopowergeneration.com March 28, 2000 I am pleased to enclose the annual report cards for Ontario Power Generation Nuclear and Darlington Nuclear. There were many significant milestones reached across the Nuclear Division, as well as here at the Darlington station in 1999. Overall, the nuclear recovery program is showing major gains and we are working hard toward the restart of the Pickering A station, which is a major contributor to the economy of Durham Region and an essential ingredient in the long-term success of Ontario Power Generation. - I am pleased with our local achievements, particularly with our successful Y2K preparations and the increased power production. But I am also proud of the expanding role that Darlington Nuclear is starting to play in the local community, such as our employees' record United Way contributions. Just as we anticipate reaching more technological milestones in 2000, we will also -focus our efforts on our contribution to the quality of life in the community we serve. Please jot down Sunday, September 10 in your calendars for our Open House. I look forward to seeing you there. Y�ouurrss,truly, /' Charles E. Packer Site Vice President Darlington Nuclear Enclosure NOTE: Enclosure available in the Clerk's Department. 61 u'd9`7Fi- `.i OWER ONTARIOP GENERATION FEBRUARY 2000 NUCLEAR REPORT CARD PERFORMANCE REPORT CARDS are published monthly by Ontario Power Generation to measure the effectiveness of its operations. The performance of Ontario Power Generation's nuclear .stations is evaluated against nuclear industry .standards. Note: Performance listed worse than target is not an indication that reactors are unsafe. iNuclear rertormance index ants Flan The Performance Index is an overall nuclear index baud on eleven performance measures used by the World Association of Nuclear Operators. The I I measures included in this index are: Nuclear Performance ] 91.9 High Pressure Safety Injection Unavailability Capability Factor Unplanned Capability Loss Factor u M9 AA.9 8I.1 0 YET." Auxiliary Feedwater System Unavailability Reactor Trip Rale Thermal Performance ch*'co 6 4 Worse than target 0.0 1.0 Emergency AC Power Unavailability Feet Reliability Chemistry Performance Rimer than ..=teV 0.3 1.0 Better than target Us Collective Radiation Exposure Industrial Safety Accident Rate S YErwre h+9a The Nuclear Performance Index (NPI) is calculated and reported quarterly. For seven consecu- c 50 769 live quarters the Index registered an improvement. The first quarter for 2(M will be reported in the March report card. Performance on lip Key Milestones Met was at 90% this month. a' u` z n Performance Indicator (Units) Q4/99 Q4/99 Performance re re Ym sea India, as 99 00 YID Brnen,wrt Actual Target Tarp Nuclear Performance Index (Out of 100) (Eleven .standard 80.9 76.9 Better than urge) industry performance measure..,. reported quarterly) IIP Key MBmlones Mel (%) (The percmmge YTD YID of milestones that were rner on or /More the Actual TLrget scheduled completion dare) 90 95 Worse than target rubltc ,atety The number of Level 1 and Level 2 Events was worse than target as there were two Level 2 Events at Darlington and one Level 2 Event at Pickering in February. In addition, Darlington and Pickering each identified one Level 2 Event which had occurred but had not been reported in January. All other Public Safety indicators either met or were better than target in February. Performance Public Safely Level 1 and Level 2 AECB Reportable Events- (#) Reactor Trip Rale (#(7.000 het critical) (The number of unplanned automatic rracrnr r/mtd0wm) (see chat) Special Safely System Performance (sys/sln) (The number of special .wfery avnemr which exceeded then, yearly unavailability target) AECB Commitments Met (9) (Compliance to a nuclear safen• rommornmr to the AECB) Production Performance YTD YTD Performance Actual Target 6 4 Worse than target 0.0 1.0 Better than target Rimer than ..=teV 0.3 1.0 Better than target 100 Mo Meets target Outage Days were worse than target in February. All other Production Performance indicators were better than target. Performance Indicators (Units) Net Electrical Production (TWh) (The elecrecal energy genemred. mina., sranan needd Capability Factor (%) (Amount of energy capable of being produced per month at a percentage of perfect perfomurace. assuming no external constraints. eg. tran.umosion limitationd(.see chart) Outage Days: Planned t Extensions (per unit) (Number of day.., reactor it not opemnng) YTD YTD Peniorrinance Actual Target 10.7 10.6 Better than target 86.1 84.7 Better than target 5.9 4.8 Worse Than target Reactor Trip Rate 2.0 a rerarp g:2 1.0 y I999m Iib 10 o` r: ala a r e 1111 9x w YID Ym ataeimt carr. Capability Factor I BOB xaf re AI.I A61 M.7 rep Mag ser IT e Tw 50 fb," 749 LL a J e M IT oea ora IMaary 98 99 YID Ym Hr • Level l: A highly significant event that is reportable to the AECB and that causes a major reduction in the margin of safely to the public. Level 2: A significant event that is reportable to the AECB and that causes some reduction in the margin of safety to the public. See over) ONTARIO"ruwtn GENERATION FEBRUARY 2000 REPORT CARD Darlington Nuclear PERFORMANCE REPORT CARDS are published monthly by Ontario Power Generation to measure the effectiveness of its operations. The performance of Ontario Power Generation's nuclear ,stations is evaluated against nuclear industry .standards. Note: Performance listed worse than target is gol an indication that reactors are unsafe. Nuclear Performance Index The Performance Index is an overall nuclear index based on eleven performance measure, used Nuclear Performance Index by the World Association of Nuclear Operators. The I I measures included in (his index are: 100 N.9 799 799 at] YETwre High Pressure Safety Injection Unavailability Capability Factor Unplanned Capability Loss Factor c 2. YTD YTD m M2 Auxiliary Feedwazer System Unavailability Reactor Trip Rale Thermal Performance Actual Target 615 YETmse Emergency AC Power Unavailability Fuel Reliability Chemistry Performance Worse than target iti nj9 Collective Radiation Exposure Industrial Safety Accident Rate E 50 O L 9 1.0 1.0 Meets target a r n `O The Performance Index is calculated and reported quarterly. The Q4/99 Performance Index was 79.9, which is better than the target of 77.5 and represents a 6.5 point increase over the Q3/99 ti result. The QI/00 Performance Index will be reported in the March report card. 2 0 Performance Indicator (Units) Q4/99 Q4/99 Performance 12 rE Dvd Doti 1n '> Actual Target 9N 99 YID Q/,W BarMM Tarr. Nuclear Performance Index (Out of 100) (Eleven standard 9 77.5 Better rubric Safety The number of Level 1 & 2 Events was worse than target as there were two Level 2 events in February. Following further investigation, a January event was found to be a Level 2 even, bringing the YTD total of Level I and 2 events to four. Performance Indicator (Units) Public Safely Level 1 and Level 2 AECB Reportable Events* (M) - Reactor Trip Rale (0!7,000 hes, critical) (The number of unplanned automatic react., shutdem•ns) (see than) Special Safely System Performance (sys/sin) (The number of .special .mfen• .msrrrns which exceeded their ready unamadabiliN target) AECB Commitments Mel (%) (Compliance to a nuclear .safety commimrent to the AECB) Production Performance 100 100 Meets target All Production Performance indicators either me( or were better than larger. Performance Indicators (Units) Net Electrical Production (TWh) (The electrical anergy generated, minus station need,,) Capability Factor (%) (Amount of energy capable of being Produced per momh as a percentage of perfect perfe mune, assuming no external constraints. e.g.., narmirm ian Ihnuations) (.see chain) Outage Days: Planned + Extensions (per unit) (Number of days reactor is not operating) YTD YTD Performance Actual Target 4.6 4.6 Meets target 92.4 90.5 Better than target 0.0 0.0 Meets target Reactor Trip Rate I11 YETrvre m 11.6 ua,rhv IIs � 99a1/0 1.19 j■nn ■■ YE YE Dart Ovd /Marry 9N 99 Ym Ym McGan Tarp Capability Factor 100 92I Aae iff 9ft3YE to M.9 N.9 7 99 n3 b 50 `A T c g U 0 -_ _- � - --• - -••• ••••• 98 99 YID MUM. ...... .� — rsuu ants mar causes a major reduction in the margin of safely to the public. s Level 2: A significant event that is reportable to the AECB and that causes some reduction in the margin of safety to the (see over) public. 2. YTD YTD Performance Actual Target a I 4 1 Worse than target iti 0.0 LIl Beau than target F= O L 9 1.0 1.0 Meets target a r n 100 100 Meets target All Production Performance indicators either me( or were better than larger. Performance Indicators (Units) Net Electrical Production (TWh) (The electrical anergy generated, minus station need,,) Capability Factor (%) (Amount of energy capable of being Produced per momh as a percentage of perfect perfe mune, assuming no external constraints. e.g.., narmirm ian Ihnuations) (.see chain) Outage Days: Planned + Extensions (per unit) (Number of days reactor is not operating) YTD YTD Performance Actual Target 4.6 4.6 Meets target 92.4 90.5 Better than target 0.0 0.0 Meets target Reactor Trip Rate I11 YETrvre m 11.6 ua,rhv IIs � 99a1/0 1.19 j■nn ■■ YE YE Dart Ovd /Marry 9N 99 Ym Ym McGan Tarp Capability Factor 100 92I Aae iff 9ft3YE to M.9 N.9 7 99 n3 b 50 `A T c g U 0 -_ _- � - --• - -••• ••••• 98 99 YID MUM. ...... .� — rsuu ants mar causes a major reduction in the margin of safely to the public. s Level 2: A significant event that is reportable to the AECB and that causes some reduction in the margin of safety to the (see over) public. REPORT CARD FEBRUARY 2000 Environment Radioactive Waste Produced was 116m', which is better than the year-to-date target of 130m'. To help reduce the volume of waste produced, comprehensive waste -reduction programs are ongoing in 2000. The other Environment indicators either met or were better than target. Dose to Public is reported quarterly. Results indicated are Q4/99. Performance Indicators (Units) Radioactive Waste Produced (m') (The total volume of law and intermedial¢ -level solid radioactive waste produced) Dose to Public (rare atfacility) (Theoretical public exposure. based on measured radiological emissions. reported quarterly) Spills - Major & Moderate (p) (Number of major and moderate preventable .spills) Employee Safety YTD YTD 14 1992 Actual Target Performance 116 130 Better than target 0.3 1.0 Better than target 0 0 - Meas target All Employee Safety indicators were better than target in February. There was one Lost Time Accident (LTA), when an employee slipped on snow-covered ice at the Unit 3 water storage tank. Performance Indicators (Units) Collective Radiation Exposure (rem/unit) (The radiation exposure to all on-site personnel and visitors) Industrial Safely Accident Rate (11/200k workhours) (The number of accidrntr that result in /art rime work, restricted work injuries or fatalities per 200,007 hours worked) Accident Severity Rate (days/200k workhouns) (The number of days Inst to injurer per 200.000 hours worked) YTD YTD Actual Target Performance 3.2 3.3 Bener than target 0.29 0.32 Better than target 1.9 3A Better than target Industrial Safety Accident Rate z Y rrW a .a a.ao u.29 032 r nu,a2l 1-00n 032 o: n 1 EYE M lE Ron Net . 9e W r!D rM rD Melia i Darlington Nuclear Facts Station In -Service Maximum Capac- Gross Capability Net Energy (GWh) Date ity Rating Net Factor Since in Since In Service DI Nov. 14 1992 881 81.8 45,239 D2 Oct.9 1990 881 66.9 47.466 D3 Feb. 14 1993 881 83.6 44,724 D4 lune 14 1993 881 81.8 41,801 Glossary of Terms m3 cubic metres GWh gigawatthour rem roentgen equivalent man (measure of TWh terrawatt hour radiation exposure) MW megawatt mrem millirem AECB Atomic Energy Control Board Watt unit of electrical power For more information please call: 1-800-461-0034 ONTARIO Internet Address: www.ontaliopowergeneraLion.com REPORT CARD FEBRUARY 2000 Environment The overall Radioactive Waste Produced continued better than target at the OPG Nuclear level. Continued efforts to reduce the volume of waste produced, especially during outages, are underway. There were no Category A or B reportable spills in February. Perrormarl Indicators (Units) Radioactive Waste Produced (arl (The total volume of low and intermediare-level solid radioactive waste produced) Dose to Public (111"m/facility) (Theoretical public exposure. based on measured radiological emissions) Spills • Major & Moderate (#) (Number of major and moderate preventable spills) Employee Safety YTD YTD Actual Target Performance 683 1171 Better than target Repotted at the site level only 0 1 Better than target Our Collective Radiation Exposure. Industrial Safely Accident Rale and Accident Severity Rale were better than target in February. Performance Indicators (Units) Collective Radiation Exposure (rem/unit) (The radiation exposure to all on -Site personnel and vi.dlo") Industrial Safety Accident Rale 011/200k workhours) (The number of accidents that result in lost lime work restricted work injuries or fatalities per 200.000 hours worked) Accident Severity Rale (days/200k workhours) (The number of days lost to injuries per 200.000 hours worked) Nuclear Facts YTD YTD Actual Target Performance 4.2 6.0 Better than target 0.12 0.32 Beller than target 2.4 3.4 Better than larget Industrial Safety Accident Rate 3 0 iI n Station In -Service Date Maximum Capac• Ity Rating Net (MW) Gross Capability Net Energy (GWh) Factor Since In Since In Service Service (% Pt -4 1971 to 1973 2,060 PI -4 currently in laid -up state P5-8 1983 to 1986 2,064 79.0 218,497 81.4 1977 to 1979 3,076 81.4 currently in laid -up state 85-8 1984 to 1987 3,140 82.3 338,582 D1.4 1990 to 1993 3,524 77.6 179,230 of Terms m3 cubic metres GWh gigawatt hour rem roentgen equivalent man (measure of TWh terrawatt hour radiation exposure) MW megawatt mrem millifem AECB Atomic Energy Control Board Watt unit of electrical power For more infomtation please call: 1-877-592-2555 ONTARIO"ru W �� Web site: www.onwhopowergeneradon.com GENERATION 'r� COUNCIL INFORMATION I-14 ONTAR10runt GENERATION 45.()E box 160, Pickering, Ontario L1 V 2R5 DISTRIBUTION TO: Region of Durham Chair Roger Anderson CAO Garry Cubitt AH - 2000 All Members of Regional Council All Regional Commissioners t,c 11-11 ; y rF Ct.4RINGTOIv Mr. John Wiersma - General Manager, Pickering Hydro :,10011,0" OFFICE Ms. Noreen Finnigan - Information Ajax Ms. Leslie Whyte - Ajax Pickering Board of Trade April 3, 2000 Please find enclosed copies of our monthly Report Card for Ontario Power Generation Nuclear and Pickering and Darlington Nuclear. As you know, these reports are issued each month and indicate our performance in the areas of Production, the Environment, Public Safety and Employee Safety. These reports are a measurement of the effectiveness of our operations as evaluated against nuclear industry standards around the world. I hope you will find the information informative. If you have any questions, please contact either Donna Pawlowski, Public Affairs Manager, Darlington at 905-623- 6670 ext. 7248 or Pat O'Brien, Public Affairs Manager, Pickering.at 905-8Ec� 1151 ext. 5966 i ) Ross Fitchett °.... ` Public Affairs - Pickering Nuclear Lo L Attachment 2 ONTARIOrUMN GENERATION FEBRUARY 2000 REPORT CARD Darlington Nuclear PERFORMA,VCP- REPORT CARDS are puolished monrn1v by Ontario Power Generation to measure the effectiveness of its operations. The performance of Ontario Power Generation's nuclear stations is evaluated against nuclear industry standards. Note: Performance listed worse than target is nQ an indication that reactors are unsafe. Nuclear Performance Index The Performance fed ex is an overall nuclear Index hued on eleven performance measures used Nuclear by the World Assouauon of Nuclear Operators The Performance Index I I measures Included In this index are 100 IfigAux Pry sureFee Safety Unavailability Capability Facto( 9a.9 '99 19.9 80.] YETarget Uoplanrted Capability Loss Factor System L Attxdgry Feedwara System Unarailabth y Reactor Trip Rate _ ror0o Thermal Performance51.6 Flnergency AC Power Unavadabitity Fuel Reliability )E Chemistry Performance Collective Radiation Exposure IndtastrW Safety Actadm[ - for 99'o' Rate -�: - j0 The Performance Index Is calculated and reported quarterly. The Q4/99 Performance index was 79.9, which is better than the target of 77.j and re resents a 6 j over the Q3/99 result. The Qt/00 Performance Index will be - 0 reported m the March report card. Performance Intlicaucir (Units) z 0 Q4/99 Q4/99 Performance « rE ogn non lm ' Nuclear Performance Index lout of loo) (Eleven rtandarG Actual Target 'a 90 ten Qem emr me r q<r Industry performance measures. reonrred amrrertn _ - '9.9 - Oester man tar^e[ Public Safety The number of Level l & 2 Events was worse than target as there were two Level 2 events In February. Following further Invesugaoon, a January event was found be to a Level 2 event bonging the YTD total of Level I and '_ events m tour. Reactor'I1�i7Rate Performance Indicator (Units) Public Safety Level I and Level 2 AECB Reportable Events- (N) Reactor Trip Rate (art,000 h, critical) (The number of "optimized automanc reactor shuu(ownq) Iaee chane Special Safety System Performance (ivs/sm) (The number of special safety sysremr which euee'&d (hear vearh, unavailability target) AECB Commitments Met I%) (Compliance ro a nuclear safety commitintm to the AECB) YTD YTD Performance .Actual Target 4 1 Worse Ihan large[ = 1.0 0.0 1.0 Better dun urger - .0 7 x a.19 �x 1.0 1 0 Sleets target rE re 100 100 Sleets urger 11 Production Performance All Production Performance Indicators either met or were better than target. Performance Indicators (Units) Net Electrical Production ITW'h) IThe electrical energy 7eneeued mune' matron needs! Capability Factor (%t (.Amon ,1T ,"rT roio Wle 1/ hemp Produced per month as a Perceruage of Perfecl penormance assumtne ria errernal ,;onstrauuS' e.{..:ransmisstnn ,'unttarutnrl (see chart) Outage Days: Planned a Fxtensioms (per unit) (Number of ,lays reactor u rot nperattnga YTD YTD Performance Actual Target 4 5 4 n Sleets tzar t '13.4 90 j Better than Wget 00 OA .Heels target 1.0 YETvge, 0.6 I:arge {gr N u 1.0 o.o n°rI Dail lha�ry YZ YID Median raae, Capability Factor 100 'n_a gyros `I6.a Peg aap /E targe, u9 rrT"" 50 0 rE M 0r1 Oar! lwuaw M 99 no TD N[Nan • Level L A highly zlgnifican[ event that is reportable to the %ECB and that causes a major « duction m the margin of rear, aatety to the public. Level ]: \ atmifwam event that n r,pn,,hle [1)me \FCIl public and that causes come reduction in the marom of safety to the (See nvPrI REPORT CARD FEBRUARY 2000 Environment Radioactive Waste Produced was Hors'. which is better than Ne year -to -dale target of t3om'. To help reduce Ne volume of waste Produced. comprehensive waste -reduction prc erams are ongoing in 2_000. The other Environment indicators either met or were better than target. Dose to Public Is reported quarterly. Results indicated are Q4/99. _ Performance Indicators (Units) VrD YTD gigawatt hour Radioactive Waste Produced (m') l77,e total volume of (ow and Actual Target Performance intermediate -level solid radioactive waste produced) 116 130 megawatt Dose to Public (mrem/facility) (Theoretical public exposure. millirem AECB Better than targe[ based on measured radiological emissions, reported quarterly) 0.3 LO Spills - Major 1k Moderate W /Number of major and moderate Better than targe[ preventable spills) 0 0 Meets target Employee Safety All Employee Safety indicators were better than target in February. There was one Lost Time Accident (LTA), when an employee slipped on snow-covered ice at the Unit 3 water storage tank. Performance Indicators (Units) Collective Radiation Exposure (rem unit) f7he radiation e19osire w all on -sue personnel and visuars) Industrial Safety Accident Rate (pR00k workhoum) (The numl er of acclderx, that result in lost tune work restricted wore 410IPs ar fatalities per 200.000 hears worked) Accident Severity Rate (days/200k workhours) (The number of days lost to iyuries per 200,000 hours worked) Varlington Nuclear Facts Station In -Service Date DI Nov. 14 1992 D2 Oct. 9 1990 D3 Feb. 14 1993 D4 June 14 1993 Glossary of Terms YTD YTD Actual Target Performance 3.2 3.5 Better than target 0.29 0.32 Better than target 1.9 3.0 Better than target Maximum Capac- ity Rating Net 881 881 881 881 Industrial Safety Accident Rate 0.5 0.5 Yermen Jor99 Y 040 � j029fYfTmrn /or Gtl ed a.J2 N 0 Ye a Duct oed twin 9e W YID YID Mateo Gross Capability Factor Since in 81.8 66.9 83.6 81.8 Net Energy (GWh) Since in Service 45.239 47,466 44,724 41,801 m' cubic metres GWh gigawatt hour rem roentgen equivalent man (measure of TWh terrawatt hour tadiabonexposure) MW megawatt mrem millirem AECB Atomic Energy Control Board Watt unit of electrical power For more information please call: 1-800-461-0034 ONTARIO"ruwt� Internet Address: www.ontariopowergeneradon.com GENERATION MIM GENERATION FEBRUARY 2000 NUCLEAR REPORT CARD PERFORMANCE REPORT CARDS are published monthiv by Ontario Power Generation to measure the effectiveness of its operations. The performance of Ontario Power Generation's nuclear stations is evaluated against nuclear indusrn standards. Note: Performance listed worse than target is Q an indication that reactors are unsafe. Nuclear Performance Index and Improvement Plan The Pertbrmance Lodes Is an overall nuclear index based on eleven performance measures used by the World Association of Nucleaz Operators. The I I measures included in this index tie: Nuclear Performance 1 ,-y, raosure sarerym)ecnon UnavadabNn' Capabdity Fxmr Im 94.9 Unplanned Capability Loss Factor Auxiliary Feedwater Svs,sh UnavadabrhN Reactor Tnp Rare Thermal Performance Emergency AC Power Unavatlabdtty Fuel Reliabiliry Chemistry Performance Collective Radiation Exposure Industrial Safety Accident Rate _ The Nuclear Performanee Index ( VPI) Is calculated and reported quaaerly. For seven consecu- _ rive quarters the Index registered an improvement. The first quarter for 2000 will be reported m - Ne March report cacti. Performance on IIP Kev Milestones Stet was at 90% this month. - z Perfortttance Indicator (Units) 4/99 Q Q4/99 Performance .Actual Target Nuclear Performance index (Out of 1001 ,Eleven standard 80.9 76.9 Better than ur[ industry performance measures. reported quarterhv ge lip Kev Milestone Met (%) /7he percentage YTD YTD Of milestones that were mer on or before the .Actual Target scheduled completion date( 90 9t Worse dun nvae[ Public Safety The number of Level l and Level 2 Events was worse than target as there were two Level 2 Evens at Darlington and one Level 2 Even[ at Pickermg in February. In addition. Dultngton and Picketing each identified one Level 2 Event which had occurred but had not been reported to January. All other Public Safety indicators either met or were better than target in February. /oroo b 84.5 YETa YE m. 50 Or 99 16.9 rE YE YfD OPG (revary J8 99 W yin Ben[lunurx Tare. Reactor "hip Rate 2.0 Performance Indicator (Unitsl YTD WD Performance Public Safety Level land Level 2 Airier Target - ;e YErarrr, /ort» AECB Reportable Events- (NI ) 0 (p Reacbr Trip Rate (Nr7,000 him critical) (The number 6 S Worse than target � � 3 oa !we. - 70 or unplanned atuornatic reactor shutdowns) (see chat) 0.0 _ c o.az- S r pedal Safety System Performance tsys/sm) iThe 1.0 Better than target (Bcrter Nae mdusny : o_z muton of special safery sysr m which exceeded they N _ �) o0 yeartv umrvailabihiry target) AECB Commitments (Met (%) (Comptumce to 0.3 1.0 Better than targe[ ff ff 98 o OPO OPG rip YrD .br am. a nuclear safery cammnnem m rhe AECB) rw[. 100 100 Meets urger Production Performance Outage Days were worse than urget in February.:UI other in Production Performance indicators were better than target. Capability Factor 100 via ss.' �� ,E s,, Targe, Performarrce Indiratnrs (Units) YTD YTD a.s 00 s. Performance Net Electrical Production ITWh) )Pie AcGral Targe =e YE targe, energy generated muucs station needs) 50 1x99 Capability Factor (%) (,{moue or rnergv capao@ or hem? 10.7 10.6 Better than urger - ra.9 produced per month as a percentaee of perfect pertorrwue. _ assuming no external consvauas. eg. ;ransmtsswn t, Umrtatwns)(see charm Outage Days: Planned s F-xtensioas (per unit) I VorriPer %h.l \4'- Better than urvet - -' 0 of Jays reactor is not operating) 5.') 1 Worse than latg¢t YE YE 08 OPG OPG lwu,ry 99 YID Ym Malian • Level 1: A highly significant event that is reportable to the AECB and Nat causes a mayor r . safety to )he public. reduction in the rnergm of Level 2: A significant event that is reporuble to the AECB .nd that causes some reduction m (he public margin of safety to the (see over) REPORT CARD FEBRUARY 2000 Environment The overall Radioactive Waste Produced conunued better than weet at the OPG Nuclear level. Continued etforts to reduce the volume a waste produced. especially dunng outages, are underway. There were no Cateeory A or B reportable spills in February. Perfonma ace Indicators (Units) Radioactive Waste Produced (m') (The total volume of low and intermediate -level solid radioactive waste produced) Dose to Public (mrem/facility) (Theoretical public exposure, based on measured radiological emissions) Spills - Major & Moderate (0) (Number of major and moderate preventable splits) Emplovee Safety YTD YTD In -Service Date Actual Target Performance 683 871 Better than target Reported at the site level only PI -4 currently in laid -up state 0 1 Better than target Our Collective Radiation Exposure. Industrial Safety Accident Rate and Accident Severity Rate were better than target to February. Performance Indicators (Units) 'Collective Radiation Exposure (rern/unit) (The -radiation exposure to all on-site personnel and visitors) Industrial Safety Accident Rate 0/200k workhours) (The number of accidents that result in lost time work restricted work injuries or fatalities per 200,000 hours worked) Accident Severity Rale (days/200k workhours) (The number of days lost to injuries per 200.000 hours worked) Nuclear Facts YTD YTD Actual Target Performance 4.2 6.0 Better than target 0.12 0.32 Better than target 2.4 3.4 Better than target Industrial Safety Accident Rate Lo s YErarru 3 for o.0.43o.0 o40.o isr� 00 a 0.210.12 0.12 M YE OPG OIY. army B 9e V9 Y/D Y2D McGion Station In -Service Date Maximum Capac- ity Rating Net ISAIA01Service Gross Capability Net Energy (GWh) Factor Since in Since in Service P1.4 1971 to 1973 2,060 PI -4 currently in laid -up state P5-8 1983 to 1986 2,064 79.0 218,497 131-4 1977 to 1979 3,076 B1-4 currently in laid -up state B5-8 1984 to 1987 3,140 82.3 338,582 01-4 1990 to 1993 3,524 77.6 179,230 Glossary of Terms n-3 cubic metres GWh gigawatt hour rem roentgen equivalent man (measure of TWh terrawatt hour radiation exposure) MW megawatt mrem millirem AECB Atomic Energy Control Board Watt unit of electrical power For more information please call: 1-877-592-2555 ONTARIOruwMR Web site: www.ontariopowera.eneradon.com GENERATION ONTARIOPOWER GENERATION FEBRUARY 2000 REPORT CARD Pickering Nuclear Generating Station PERFORMANCE REPORT CARDS are published monthiv by Ontario Power Generation to measure the effectiveness of its operations. The performance of Ontario Power Generation's nuclear stations is evaluated against nuclear industry standards. ;Vote: Performance listed worse than target is Q an indication that reactors are unsafe. The Performance Index is an overall nuclear moms based on eleven perrormance measures used Nuclear Performance Inde: by the World Assoclanon of Nuclear Operators, The It measures included to this index are: Ioc 94.9 1410 Pressure Samry fnjecnon L'oavailabdity Capability Factor UnpUnned Capability Loss Factor uxilwy Feedwam, System Unava labdity Reactor Trip Rare Thermal Performance = ter s Fsrergevcy AC Power Unavailability Fuel Reliability_ - Chemistry Performance __ - 79ne Colfechve Radiation Exposure lodusmal Safety .Accident Rate - rain/ 50 99 The Nuclear Performance Index is calculated and reported quarterly. The Q4/99 Performance — 74.4 - Index was 79.9, which was better than the Q4,99 target of 745. This resulted in a 5 point decrease from the Q3/99 level. The QI/00 Performance Index will be reported m the Match report card. Performance Indicator (Units) z 0 Nuclear Performance Index (Out of loo) 'Eleven standard Actual Target industry performance measures. resorted ouarrertv, 79.9 71 1 Better than target Public Safety There was one level 2 Event in February. One event also occurred in January but was not reported at that nine. All other Public Safetv indicators either met or were better man target in February. Performance Indicator (Units) Public Safety Level I and Level 2 AECB Reportable Events- (#) Reactor Trip Rate Wn,000 hrs critical) (The number of unplarured automatic reactor shutdowns, (see charr) Special Safety System Performance isys/sm) (Tire number of special safety systems which exceeded thin yearly unavailability target, AECB Commitments Met f%) (Compliance to a nuclear safety commnmem to the AECB) Production Performance YTD YTD Performance Actual Target 0.0 0.0 100 0 Worse than LO I.0 100 YE M Pick Pick Wiinn 98 99 YID QI.00 tkmYnok rarga Reactor "hip Rate as Better than urger c' 0 Better than target :Meets target Net Electrical Production. Capability Factor and Outage Days were worse than target in February due to the continued Unit d ouuee and liouwg the Unit 6 genemtor to 50;0 of power Performance Indicators (Units) Net Electrical Production (TWh) me electrical energy ?merared mumu station wedrl Capability Factor (90) (Amouru of energy capable of bemq produced per month as a percentrage of pe7ecr performance. arslaIi W wernal mrunauus, eg.:ranrmusvm 11,1`111110 w) (see chart, Outaee Diiys: Planned - Extensions (per unit) (Number of ,lays reactor a not ooerannq, mrruea 1.0 99 ra. 06 YETaRn ro.,w 10 YE 'M Pick Pick GrLmy 98 - 99 Ym n,n .Neewi rarsa Capability Factor loo els W- 15 YTD YTD Performance Actual Target _L3 _._ WOne than target i0c 60.7 -5.4 Worse than urget y 0.0 10.0 Worse man tar et 9x w Pick Pick Jo g Pro YM Ndan - i,evei 1: A highly signitreant event mat s reportable to me AECB and that causes a mayor reduction m me margin of rr a safety m me public. Level 2: A ;lgniticant even( that n repprtabm m the AECB :mJ that causes some reducnon in me margin of safety to me public (see oven REPORT CARD FEBRUARY 2000 Environment All Environmental indicators for February met or were better Wan target. Dose to Public is reported quarteriv Results utdicated below are Q4/99. Performance indicators (limits) Radioactive Waste Produced (m') (The fatal volume of low and intermediate -level solid radioactive waste produced) Dose to Public (mrem/site) (Theoretical public exposure. based on measured radiological emissions) Spills - Major & Moderate (4) (Number of major and moderate Preventable spills) Employee Safety YTD YTD Actual Target Performance Actual Target Performance 383 464 Better than target 1.26 2.0 Better than target 0 0 Meets -target Collective Radiation Exposure, Industrial Safety Accident Rate and Accident Severity Rate are better than target for February. Performance indicators (Units) Collective Radiation Exposure(rem/unit) (The radauion exposure to all on-site personnel and visitors) Industrial Safety Accident Rate (#/200k workhours) (The number of accidents that result in lost rime work restricted work injuries or fatalities per 200,000 hours worked) (see than) Accident Severity Rate (days/200k workhours) (The number of days lost to injuries per 200,000 hours worked) YTD YTD 515 Actual Target Performance P'- Dec. 30 1971 515 3 4.6 6.6 Better than target x N 0 0.32 Better Wan target P4 June 17 1973 515 _' 0 0 4.0 Better Wan target 516 Industrial Safety Accident Rate YET." mr" o.� rermru Jor 1000 032 ■ ■ o00 ■ ■ YE- M err vice furan 9e 99 YID YID mlJ -Pickering Nuclear Facts Station in -Service Maximum capac- Gross Capability Net Energy (GWh) Date ity Rating Net Factor Since in Since in Service P 1 July 29 1971 515 Currently in laid -up state P'- Dec. 30 1971 515 Currently in lard -up stare P3 June 1 1972 515 Currently in lard -up state P4 June 17 1973 515 Currently in laid -up state P5 May 10 1983 516 76.2 56.993 P6 Feb. 1 1984 516 80.1 57,456 P7 Jan. 1 1985 516 83.4 56,418 P9 Feb. 28 1986 516 76.3 47,640 Glossary of Terms ml cubic metres GWh gigawatt hour rem roentgen equivalent man (measure of TWh terrawatt hour radiation exposure) MW megawatt mrem millirem AECB Atomic Energy Control Board Watt unit of electrical power For more information please call: 1-905-837-7272ONTARIO"rowER Internet Address: www.ontariopowergeneradon.com GENERATION COUNCIL INFORMATION I-19 't?OAPR13 Fri 4:19:32 ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE Minutes of a meeting of the Animal Advisory Committee held on Wednesday, March 15, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. at the Municipal Administrative Centre - Ante Room ROLL CALL Present Were: Scott Creed, Orono Cat World Laurie Davis, Durham Animal Adoption Sheila Elkington, Sr. Animal Services Officer Wolf Klose. Orono Cat World Marie Knight Stanley, Deputv Clerk Councillor Jane Rowe Donna MacKay Nick VanSeggelen Absent: Laurie Ovenden Councillor Jane Rowe chaired the meeting. 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Marie Knight Stanley, seconded by Sheila Elkington That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Committee held on February 9, 2000 be approved. "CARRIED" 2. PROCLAMATION OF PET AWARENESS WEEK (MAY 6 14) Scott Creed, Jungle Cat World will go to Council as a delegation on March•2§-�K2999 b1a7.:)__._. have week May 6 - 14, 2000 proclaimed as Pet Awareness Week in the Mdfikiwlity Clarington. The Clerk's Department will prepare letter. QR s�IVAI �# j C6�9FS "�` Attachments were circulated re: ideas for Pet Awareness Week and some iili�2S WZTo.. i agreed upon. — T_ a) Pet Smart has an open house as well as an adopt -a -thou (cats only)'m w -7 s a participate both Saturday and Sunday May 6th & 7ih. Staff will have an pen House at the Animal Shelter on Saturday, May 6, 2000. 1 lnimal Advisory Committee Minutes - 2 - March 15, 2000 b) Maple Fest will be held the same weekend. Staff to participate and set up a booth downtown. One volunteer to staff Animal Services and 1 volunteer to staff a booth downtown will be needed. Volunteers will be confirmed at next meeting on April 12, 2000. C) Jane Rowe will speak to Jennifer re: space in Lobbv using display board for use during Pet Awareness Week (May 6 - 14). Also, will contact Newspapers for coverage. Jane will also ask Jennifer to contact local Radio Station for a 20 second public service announcement re: licencing pets. d) Libraries will also be participating in the Pet Awareness Week. Staff will work with Libraries with a display. 3. "FIDO, FRIEND OR FOE" COLOURING BOOK Marie contacted State Farm Insurance and requested some copies of the Fido Booklet. They sent her 500 free copies and will send more if needed. We will distribute booklets in displays and around schools when promoting responsible pet ownership. We will attach our Animal Services business card to the back of each booklet. A letter was sent to State Farm thanking them for their generosity. 4. DOG BITE PREVENTION - TOWN OF GEORGINA Sheila and Mary Jane attended a presentation held at Morning Glory Public School regarding the do's and don'ts of responsible pet ownership. St. John's Ambulance brought their own dogs and practiced with the children what to do. There is a report from the Town ofGeorgina regarding presentations in schools. We will have to decide whether to take our own animals in the schools or contact St. John Ambulance. We will have a discussion at next meeting. Donna will make copies of pamphlets from Georgina for Committee for next meeting. 5. BOWMANVILLE EVENTS - FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES Committee reviewed attached list and came up with some ideas. Maple Fest is same weekend as kick off to Pet Awareness Week. Committee looking at tying in both events. Nick has volunteered for June 24'", which is the Fabulous Fifties Festival. We will review list closer to the dates listed. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Sheila has contacted the local Vet Clinics several times to see if anyone is interested in joining the Animal Advisory Committee. No one has replied to date. Received budget approval for the Mural. Animal Advisory Committee Minutes - 3 - March 15, 2000 7 8. 9. OTHER BUSINESS Marie - Jennifer Cook has included pictures of animals for adoption on our Web site effective March 14, 2000. Mayor commented on Animal Services staff and also Advisory Committee as being pro active and setting trends in the community. Accolades from Mavor and Members of Council were appreciated by staff and Members of the Animal Advisory Committee. - Received approval for capital budget. Resolution #AAC-7-00 - Moved by Laurie Davis, seconded by Wolf Klose THAT Scott Creed be nominated as chairman of the Animal Advisory Committee. "CARRIED" Scott Creed was elected by acclamation. NEXT MEETING Next Meeting will be held April 12, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. at the Animal Shelter. ADJOUNRMENT The meeting adjourned at 3:45 p.m. _ onna MacKay, $� retar COUNCIL INFORMATION-� 'C' - I-22 MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINCTON �00APP1"F012:04:08 NEWCASTLE COMMUNITY HALL BOARD Minutes of a meeting of the Newcastle Conunumty Hall Board held on March 20. 2000 at 7.00 PM in the Council Chambers. Present Were: C. Trim D. Schmieeelow C. Abraham R.B. Rickard S. DeJong K. Moffatt J. Mutton G. Worslev (secretan) Motion by C. Abraham, seconded ba C. Trim THAT the minutes be accepted as presented. `CARRIED" 2, BUSINESS ARISING C. Trim returned clock tower; R. B. Rickard will e'ork on repairing it. R.B. Rickard has obtained quotes from Village Services for garden maintenance (vee 'Awa*d) R.B. Rickard will speak with them about a lesser service as aeekh ss.as felt to be too often. R.B. Rickard has fixed northwest door, now has bar to hold open - ensure clients do not prop open the top. F. Horvath will be repairing cedine in bowling allev - area above score keeping - he n ill work around Dorella's schedule. F. Horvath will repair outside lights at the same time he does indoor ones. He will use 300 - watt bulbs for chandeliers. Furnaces have been repaired again. F. Horvath has had new sign installed at front entrance. Front door closer has been fixed. Curtains are now opened in Auditorium when Family Connections uses a- no need for lights now. R.B. Rickard presented quote (see attached) from Durham TV for P.A. system - it is totally burnt out. F. Horvath is obtaining a quote as well. S. DeJong will get third quote. D. Schmiegelow trill also speak with Steve Oadev for quote. Ping Pong tables are all sold, '_ still to be picked up. Old table and escape ladder in furnace room is to be thrown out. G. Worslcv was unable Io get Christmas tree, will tsntch for sales in the fall \ Discussion about storage for fiddlers - P.A. room to be kept for a change room for plays and such. R.B. suggested building new storage space out over back stairs. !' G Store new P . system in bar room Wainscoting in auditorium has been scratched in the last 2-3 weeks. Possibh Youth Dance- S. DeJong will polish it up. Discussion about air conditioning - not practical to install on roof as it would reinforced. Fans and furnace not feasible. We twill continue to investigate. Municipal flag has been hung to auditorium by S. DeJong S. DeJong has painted basement lobbc_ . J. Mutton awned 750 PM - PACE 2 R.B. Rickard kill geI kers cut for storage room mid Cenlermi a Room for members of the board. 3. FINANCIAL REPORT Motion by C Abraham, seconded by 1. Mutton THAT financiai report be accepted as presented. "CARRIED" 4. BILLS Motion by D. Schmiegelow, seconded by C. Abraham THAT the following bills be paid as presented -- K. Moffatt 20 ft S. DeJong 120 00, S. Dejong 40 00, R.B. Rickard 18.56. MunicipahIN 495.00, John Yates 8100. "CARRIED" 5. CORRESPONDENCE The follotvmg stere recened for information mid flied. - update from BIA on parkette - thank you note Irom Chamber of Commerce for donation ofT-shin - Port Pem Star - advising the} have advertising space mailable - Thank Nou note from Willy Woo for Christmas dinner space - Notice from municipality on Games 2000 - Infor-mation from OMERS - secretary will look into further Notice from health department that new forms need to be filed by clients. 6. NEW BUSINESS Motion by C Abraham, seconded by D. Schmiegeloiv THAT thermostats in kitchen be moved to under fire alarm to better control water heaters. "CARRIED" - C Trim had call from arena board - do we have a sign they could use to adi ertae big game coming up at arenalie will lel them know we do not have one. ADJOURNED 8:35 PM COUNCIL INFORMATION CENTRAL LAKE ONTARIO CONSERVATION AUTHORITY AGENDA t?OAPF? J AUTHORITY MEETING Tuesday April 18th. 2000 - 7:00 P.M. MEETING LOCATION: 100 WHITING AVENUE, OSHAWA ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE, BOARDROOM CIRCULATION LIST I-26 Authoritv Authority Members: R. Johnson, Chairman Staff: J.R. Powell, Chief Administrative Officer D. Moffatt, Vice Chairman S.L. Hanson, Director, Corporate Services B. Boychyn D. Wright, Director, Environmental Approvals & Planning S. Crawford P. Sisson, Director, Environmental Engineering Services J. Drumm M. Hrynyk, General Superintendent G. Emm M. Stauffer, Administrative Assistant/Recording Secretary J. Gray D. Hamre Media: Ajax Pickering News Advertiser 1. Harrell Canadian Statesman B. Nicholson CHEX TV B. Northeast Compton Cable TV M. Novak Durham Business News P. -Perkins_ Durham Post KX-96 Radio Municipalities: Town of Ajax, Clerk Magic 94.9 Radio Municipality of Clarington, Clerk Orono Times City of Oshawa, Clerk Oshawa Central City of Oshawa, Planning Director Oshawa/Whitby/Clarington This Week Town of Pickering, Clerk Port Perry Star Town of Whitby, Public Works Rogers Cable TV Town of Whitby, Planning Director Shaw Cablesystems G.P. Township of Uxbridge, -Clerk The Toronto Star/Durham Section Toronto Sun - Kevin Hann Uxbridge Tribune Region: Region of Durham. Clerk Region of Durham, Planning Commissioner SUPPORTINGiLNTS AGENDA ITEM: er3lolriJiN L DECLARATIONS of interest by members on any matters herein contained 2. ADOPTION OF MINUTES of Tuesday, March 21st, 2000 nl •r^ ` „- 3. CORRESPONDENCE NEWS RELEASE from Jim Flaherty, M.P.P. Whitby -Ajax 4. Re: Jim Flaherty Announces New Footbridge at Lynde Shores Conservation Area i- RECOMMMENDAT/ON:– t THAT rhe above News Release be received for information and filed. — Gv G "C L_ AGENDA - AUTHORITY MEETING - April 18th, 2000 K"W1113JY1Lo M 4. DIRECTOR, ENVIRONMENTAL APPROVALS & PLANNING REPORTS (l) Staff Report #4400-00 Applications for Construction, To Place Fill and To Alter a Watercourse - March 1-31, 2000 (2) = Staff Report #: 4401-00 File: 000-090-F,C (IMS: RPRG836) Applicant: Mr. Gerald Smith Application: To construct a storage shed/workshop and associated filling. Location: 583 Harmony Road South, Oshawa 5. DIRECTOR, ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SERVICES REPORTS (1) CONFIDENTIAL Staff Report #4403-00 - property matter 6. CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER'S REPORTS (1) CONFIDENTIAL Staff Report #4402-00 - financial matter 7. MUNICIPAL AND OTHER BUSINESS 8. ADJOURNMENT Page 2 SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS 4-1 to 4-3 4-4 to 4-7 5-1 to 5-16 6-1 & 6-2 Jinn Flahert7 Announces New Footbridge at Lynde Shores Conservation Area March 15. 2000 (Whitbv) Jim Flaherty. Whitby - Ajax M.P.P. today announced that a $26.000- - footbridge in the Lynde Shores Conservation area is being built to _ improve public safety. "The wilkway will improve the safety of people accessing the Lynde Shores trail system on foot," Flaherty said on behalf of Natural Resources Minister John Snobelen. 'The new footbridge will parallel the e.,dsung causewav that is currently used by vehicles and pedeslrkuis including children and the elderly". John Ecker. Chair of the Lynde Marsh Alliance. said that " linprovmg public access and safety at the Lynde Marsh is important. Just as iinpoitant though. is that the construction and use of this new bridge was planned to most protect the natural environment of the area." Funding for the bridge comes from the Natural Areas Protection Program (NADP). NADP is a 4 year, $20 million initiative that the Ontario goverment announced in May 1998. The program provides funds to acquire land for parks and open spaces on the Niagara Escarpment, the Rouge and the Lynde Marsh. The Lvnde Marsh Alliance was formed under the Ontario Natural Area Protection Program to preserve and expand the Lynde Marsh. Up to 10% of NAPP's annual funding is available for small-scale projects that improve public safety and enhance awareness, access and recreation on acquired lands. Recently funded projects include tree planting. improvement to wheelchair accessibility and fish habitat rehabilitation. Construction of the new Lynde Shore Conservation Area footbridge is currently underway. -30- For'moie information call: "l - Aja. M.P.P. Writ &' 430 -il AGENDA SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS MEETING OF: Authority _ DATE: Tuesday, April 18th, 2000 TIME: 7:00 P.M. LOCATION: 100 Whiting Avenue, Oshawa, Authority Boardroom DATE: FILE: S.R.. MEMO TO: FROM: SUBJECT CENTRAL LAKE ONTARIO CONSERVATION AUTHORITY April 6, 2000 `Iz� — 1 IMS: RPRG790 4400-00 APPROVED BY C.A.O. The Chairman and Members, CLOCA Board of Directors Donald Wright, Director - Environmental Approvals & Planning APPLICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION, TO PLACE FILL AND TO ALTER A WATERCOURSE - MARCH 1-31, 2000 The attached applications are brought forward as a matter of record since they are all of a minor nature and are generally outside of the Regional Storm floodlines. However, since each site falls within the scheduled areas covered by the Authority's Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways Regulation, the appropriate permit(s) can only be issued with the Authority's approval, pursuant to Section 28(1) of The Conservation Authorities Act. THAT the attached applications be approved and the respective permits be issued. DW/klt s: veports,sr440000.doc OSHAWA OSHAWA 625 COLUMBUS ROAD 17 06 WEST 14 & 16 SELLECK LANE 11 04 OSHAWA 889 REGENT DRIVE a 02 OSHAWA 487 DIANNE DRIVE 03 01 OSHAWA OAKRIDGE TRAIL II IN WHITBY GROUST COURT 31 u9 WHITBY 2000 CHAMPLAIN AVENUE WHITBI 18 oI 0 N'ESBITT.'CLARKE PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL PERMIT APPLICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH AN ADDITION TO MUNICIPALITY $TV. A51F LQI CON[ NAM DESCRIPTION PLMITNUMBFR AJAX LAKERIDGE AND 01 OJ LAKERIDGETAUNTON PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL AOO-040-F& TAUNTON ROAD OF A NEW HOME [:ARM CROSSING ASSOCIATED WITH FARM FIELD A00 -041-F 000.055-F ASSOCIATED WITH THE ACCESS ENTRANCE AND ROAD CONSTRUCTION OF A GARAGE DENISE LEBLANC PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL 000-059-F 'A'I DENMG ASSOCIATED WITH THE CLARINGTON 12 GRISTM ILL COURT as 06 SCOTT & NATALIE PERMITS.APPLICATION FOR FILL COO -034-F DARLINGTON POCOCK ASSOCIATED WITH THE HODGSON'JASON DIM.ALTA ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE PERMITS, APPLICATION FOR FILL W00 -015-F ASSOCIATED WITH THE FAMILY DWELLING CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE CLARINGTON ESTONVALE n 03 TRULLS LAND CORP. PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL - COO-042-F F DARLINGTON DARLINGTON - ROAD - ROAD PERMITS. UNDERTAKING OF CUT WOO -037-F ASSOCIATED WITH THE ,AND FILL OPERATION - XREF W98462 -F (RPRG285) CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING X -REF LD 040/2000-045/2000 INCL. IPLDGI72) CLARINGTON 16 AV] COURT 11 03 BRUCE GAMBLE PERMITS, APPLICATION FOR FILL COO -052-F DARLING TON - ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF .A SINGLE F:NMILIDA ELTING (LARINGTON SOUL' I ILASTT'( JRNEW01- '5 1%SON %k EBB PERMITS. APPLICITION FOR FILL COO -062-F DARLINGTON )TH CON( ' ESSION :AND .ASSOCIATED WITH THE TOW'NLINE CONSTRUCTION OF % SINGLE F.AMIL1 DWELLING OSHAWA OSHAWA 625 COLUMBUS ROAD 17 06 WEST 14 & 16 SELLECK LANE 11 04 OSHAWA 889 REGENT DRIVE a 02 OSHAWA 487 DIANNE DRIVE 03 01 OSHAWA OAKRIDGE TRAIL II IN WHITBY GROUST COURT 31 u9 WHITBY 2000 CHAMPLAIN AVENUE WHITBI 18 oI 0 N'ESBITT.'CLARKE PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL 000.046-F ASSOCIATED WITH AN ADDITION TO EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING 563701 ONTARIO INC. PERMITS, APPLICATION FOR FILL 000.057-F ASSOCIATED WITH CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW HOME GRANT MCQUIGGE PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL 000.055-F ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF A GARAGE DENISE LEBLANC PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL 000-059-F ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW GARAGE FRED CAMLOHZULI/DON PERMITS, APPLICATION FOR FILL 000.068-F POCOCK ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING RODGF.R MCBRIDE PERMITS, APPLICATION FOR FILL W00 -015-F ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING - XREF 18T-87025(PSDG430) 974728 ONTARIO PERMITS. UNDERTAKING OF CUT WOO -037-F LTD.ITUNNEY PLAN'N'ING ,AND FILL OPERATION XREF W98462 -F (RPRG285) I RA\K TII'n1Pa )N DON l RMITS. FILLING A, K Al1.D N'IT] I •,5.,i7.1 >AU AI1AIEAI.5 f5 <-ONSIRL C'll0AOf >VLA1'SIAGLP: F>%IIL1' D\l'I LLl\G Nl NR-IPALIIY STNAM LQI CONQ NAME DESCRIPTION PF$ER WHITBY 41 CHILTERN PLACE 25 03 PAUL&KAREN LIACOS PERMITS, MGROUND POOL WOO -048F WHITBY WHITBY WHITBY auit35 WHITBY -3 KENNEIT DRIVE 31 02 25 BALSDON CRESCENT 31 02 2 SOUTHWELL AVENUE 30 03 29 F.ALLINGBROOK 24 03 STREET 97 DEVERELL S I REEL 21 03 WHITBY 41 BROW'NELL STREET 19 03 WHITBY 19 GRIFFEN PLACE 19 03 WHITBY 93 MUIR CRESCENT 32 0' WHITBY 3 MORNING GLORY 19 03 CRESCENT WHITBY 22 KNOTTY PINE DRIVE .. 03 WHITBY 29 FINNEGAN PLACE 24 03 WHITBY 16 MOONSTONE DRIVE 31 02 RUSSELL GOMME PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL W00.050 -F ASSOCIATED WITH AN INGROUND POOL GAIL & FRED ASHBURY PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL W'00 -051-F ASSOCIATED WITH A POOL STARK PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL VANDERSLUISW'00-054-F ASSOCIATED WITH AN INGROUND POOL DURHAM DISTRICT PERMITS, APPLICATION TO PLACE SCHOOL BOARD FILL ASSOCIATED WITH W00 -056-F CONSTRUCTION OF AN ADDITION TO GLEN DRU PUBLIC SCHOOL ROBERT & VARY AN RES PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL ASSOCIATED WITH AN INGROUND %100-057-1` POOL JOHN MACKENZIE PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL ASSOCIATED WITH AN INGROUND W00 -058-F POOL TONT MAND.ARIC PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL ASSOCIATED WITH AN MGROUND W00 -GW -F POOL ED CASWELL PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL ASSOCIATED WITH AN INGROUND W00 -063-F POOL COCKEREWBIG POOLS PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL ASSOCIATED WITH NGROUND POOL W00.064 -F REILLY/EWING POOLS PERMITS, APPLICATION FOR FILL WOO -065-F ASSOCIATED WITH AN B4GROUND POOL GARY R. BEAGLE PERMITS. APPLICATION FOR FILL WOO -067-F ASSOCIATED WITH AN MGROUND POOL SHARON BROWNE PERMITS, APPLICATION FOR FILL W00-070.1` ASSOCIATED WITH AN INGROUND POOL REPORT _CENTRAL LAKE ONTARIO CONSERVATION AUTHORITY DATE: April 12, 2000 FILE: 000-090-F,C (IMS: RPRG836) S.R: 4401-00 APPROVED BY C.A.O. MEMO TO: The Chairman and Members, CLOCA Board of Directors FROM:- Lisa Backus, Planner/Enforcement Officer SUBJECT: Application for Construction and To Place Fill APPLICANT (OWNER): Mr. Gerald Smith APPLICATION(S): Construction of a storage shed/workshop and associated filling. LOCATION OF SITE: 583 Harmony Road South WATERCOURSE DESCRIPTION: Harmony Creek ELEVATION OF SITE: 280 feet (85.34 metres) FLOODLINE ELEVATION: 283.1 feet (86.29 metres) (REGIONAL STORM) CURRENT OFFICIAL PLAN DESIGNATION (REGION): (WHERE APPLICABLE) Major Open Space/Residential CURRENT OFFICIAL PLAN DESIGNATION (MUNICIPALITY): Residential/Open Space Recreational (WHERE APPLICABLE) CURRENT ZONING: Residential (R1 -C) (WHERE APPLICABLE) CURRENT LAND USE. Residential EXISTING AUTHORITY POLICY: Normal restrictions regarding development within the flood plain of a watercourse. cont'd........ 2 File: S.R. 000-090-F,C 4401-00_ April 12, 2000 Page 2 4 FACTORS INFLUENCING DECISION: The subject property is located on the east side of Harmony Road. It is the fourth house north of Bloor Street on Harmony Road. The house is located approximately at street level outside of the flood plain, whereas the backyard terraces down towards the Harmony Creek. In the location of the proposed workshop, flood depths range between 3.18 feet (0.97 m) to 4.16 feet (1.27 m). Mr. Smith is proposing to remove an existing shed (10' x 15') and replace it with a new 16' x 32' wood -framed structure (see Attachment 1). At the time of writting, Mr. Smith is undecided as to whether he is going to construct a raised wood floor structure or a slab on grade structure. In light of this, he has had his Engineer prepare drawings and supporting documentation for both designs. According to the Engineer, with the appropriate measures, either design will withstand the anticipated forces of the water acting upon the structure. The main electrical panels will be located at least 1.2 metres above the finished floor. Although the proposed structure is located within the flood plain (see Attachment 2), the flood elevation is a result of backwater caused by the undersized culvert through the C.N.R. tracks south of Highway 401. As such, flood water velocity will -not be great. The proposed workshop is non -habitable and therefore wet flood proofing techniques are appropriate. Given that the proposed structure will be inundated with flood waters, the loss of flood storage should be neglible. The applicant has addressed the hazard by designing the structure in accordance with established standards and procedures, and new hazards have not been created. Therefore staff recommend that the application be approved subject to the following conditions. RECOMMENDATION: THAT the application be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. The project shall be carried out generally according to the plans and specifications submitted in support of the application as they may be amended by the following conditions. 1. A Professional Engineer shall provide confirmation in writing, that the plans, design and construction drawings submitted in support of the application will withstand anticipated vertica4 and horizontal hydrostatic pressures acting on the structure. 3. Prior to the issuance of a permit, the approved plans for works within the flood plain shall be stamped by a Professional Engineer. 4. A Professional Engineer shall provide written verification that the works were completed in accordance with the approved plans. 5. The applicant/owner shall enter into a Save Harmless Agreement with the Authority to be registered on title at the owner's expense. LB/klt Attach. g: \planning vegs�pern us\000090c. rep s: Areports\sr440 100.doc r J Y L4 14 Y CY) 14 os N C n ATTACHMENT 1 O .01 3 0.6 A o - - B Eq SE \ MEN r ire U U1 co *1 � 2 PLA _m 00 O SAI 1 e P v „y o YTS - s Z ' m o ,.! (01 CONCRETE CURB '0 D � erg . Z N, z 0 �i _ Co 1i1 M Cl) m z ti �o 1 4.wm N D s 15.24 (P SET) _ a BOARD FENCE MEDOE �:�/2 (D1 MEAS) HEDGE 3 N17 '40'W EAS) M17 -54.40-W (P1) �J �- INSf .6 697 'It ItizR f g �l ATTACHMENT 2 'RC-L-)LLLfl-fic1 FLco P LA I kD S � e, -JE C7 0 0 `\`\\\n21\ ! 19 ONTARIO REGULATION NO. 6760-01 CENTRAL LAKE ONTARIO CONSERVATION AUTHORITY ,r... FAREWELL, HARMONY 8 BLACK CREEKS 3 FLOOD PLAIN MAPPING •• SCHEDULE NO. xoa 31 19 MRR 31 2000 14:59 FR BIRD & BERLIS 416 663 1515 TO 202963700#190562 P.02/04 BCE Placc Suite 1800, Box 154 181 Bay Street Toronto, Canada M5i ZT9 VIA FAX # 1-905-623-5717 March 31, 2000 City Council The Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario LIC 3A6 COUNC DIRECTION AIRD & BERLIS Barristers and Solicitors Robcrt C, Doumani Direct Line: 865.3060 e-mail: rdoumani@airdberlis,com Dear Madam Mayor and Members of Council: Tcicphonc:(416) 863.1500 Fu: (416) $63-1515 Our File #63700 Re: Complaint pursuant to Section 20 of the Development Charges Act Wilmot Creek Lini We are counsel to Ridge Pine Park Inc. ("R.P.P.I.") which owns and operates Wilmot Creek, a retirement lifestyle community in the municipality of Clarington. On February 28, 2000 our client submitted applications for building permits to allow five units at Wilmot Creek, (sites 144, 165, 759, 823 and 871). Subsequently, our client received a letter from David Crome dated February 25, 2000 stating that, units at Wilmot Creek are now going to be treated by Clarington as "single detached dwellings" for the purposes of Development Charge By-law 99-125 and charged a development charge of $5,458.00 per unit, as opposed to the $615.00 rate applied by the Municipality to every other unit at Wilmot Creek to date, in accordance with the terms of an Agreement entered into between R.P.P.I. and the Town of Newcastle in 1981 (the "1981 Agreement"). lr4 l i'..J These units are mobile homes, as defined by the Zoning By -Law in force at the time Eff .. 1981 Agreement (i.e. they are designed to be made mobile and to connect to sewage., disposal facilities and other necessary utilities on site). Clarington has consistently brit these units as mobiles homes, not only in terms of applying the 1981 Agreemen�t,,nb. in terms of zoning compliance. We note that between 1984 and September, 1-9, biir---�� — Affiliated with Owen, Bird vanwuvcr MRR 31 2000 14:59 FR RIRD 8 BERLIS March 31, 2000 Page 2 416 863 1515 TO 2029637009190562 P.03iO4 homes were the only permitted residential use on the property and approximately 500 building permits were issued during that period. The building permit drawings for these latest five units are indistinguishable from drawings upon which R.P.P.I. has been receiving building permits for years and, in particular, are virtually identical to the plans upon which four permits were issued since the *sage of By-law 99-125 last July. In each case, the development charge required by the Municipality has been $615.00. Clarington's practice in this regard did not change following the passage of Development Charge By-law 92-105 in 1992, Development Charge By-law 99-125 last July, or the 1996 amendment to the Zoning By-law for Wilmot Creek (which expanded the range of permitted residential uses on the property to include single -detached dwellings for the first time). This consistent practice on the part of the Municipality is evidence of the Municipality's acknowledgement that these units are mobile homes. Subsection 14(5) of the Development Charges Act, 1989 (the "1989 Act") provided for a conflict between a By-law and any pre-existing agreement. This provision clearly applies to the Agreement entered into in the subject case. Section 14(5) of the 1989 Act was not confined to subdivision agreements. This conflict concept was carried forward by O. Reg. 82/98 passed pursuant to the Development Charges Act, 1997 and, again, Section 17 of the Regulation is not confined to subdivision agreements. In the case of such conflicts, the Act provides that the terms of the pre-existing agreement are to prevail. There is no limitation in the statute or the regulation as to the type of agreement, merely that it predate the By- law and relate to development with respect to land which is within the area later covered by a Development Charge By-law, as this Agreement does. Furthermore, in the subject case, the definition of mobile home incorporated into By-law 99-125 does not resolve the conflict between the 1981 Agreement and the new By-law, it exacerbates it, The position taken by the Municipality not only contravenes the specific terms of the 1981 Agreement and the provisions of the 1989 Act and O. Reg 82/98, but, in addition, contravenes the well established and consistent practice of the municipality over the past several years in dealing with numerous similar or virtually identical building permit applications at Wilmot Creek. Our client has relied on this consistent (and correct) practice on the Town's part and has entered into agreements to sell these latest five units, and six others for which permit applications have yet to be submitted are pending, on the understanding that a development charge of $615.00 would be required in accordance with the terms of the 1981 Agreement. In our submission, the municipality is estopped by its past conduct in this matter from taking the position it now takes and purporting to charge - J3 - Aran 6 Beaus MAR 31 2000 15!00 FR AIRD & BERLIS March 31, 2000 Page 3 416 e63 1515 TO 202963700#190562 P.04iO4 the higher rate, which rate, we note, we have appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and which will be the subject of a hearing before the Board in the fall. On March 16, 2000, our client paid the 55,458.00 sum requested for each of the five units, under protest, in order to secure the five requested permits, and we are hereby making a complaint pursuant to Section 20(1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997 respecting this payment. The Municipality is in error in applying Development Charge By-law 99-125 to these units in this fashion and our client looks forward to an opportunity to address Council with respect to this matter. We would ask that Dave Rice be listed as a deputant and that this item be placed before Council at its next meeting. Thank -you very much. Yours very truly, AIRD & BERLIS Robert G. Doumani RGD/KMK/mn cc: Patti Barrie, Clerk, Municipality of Clarington Victor Fiume, The Rice Group David Rice, The Rice Group ::0DMA\PCD0CS\D0CS\819126\3 Wn TOTRL PAGE.04 ** ' IUNICIPALIT'/ CF -6-farEington ONTARIO REPORT #1 REPORT TO COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 25, 2000 SUBJECT: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF MONDAY, APRIL 17, 2000 RECOMMENDATIONS: I. RECEIVE FOR INFORMATION a) Report FD -07-00 - Monthly Fire Report - March, 2000 b) Report WD -19-00 - Monthly Report on Building Permit Activity for March, 2000 2. FORTHWITH RECOMMENDATION FOR COUNCIL'S RATIFICATION a) Report TR -15-2000 - Co-operative Tender WR1-2000, Supply, Delivery and Application of Calcium Chloride b) Other Business - Grant - Bethesda House C) CD -16-00 - Durham POA Task Force Report 3. REZONING AND DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION APPLICATIONS APPLICANT: LIZJAN DEVELOPMENTS INC. PART LOT 9. CONCESSION 22 FORMER TOWN OF BOWMANVILLE THAT Report PD -035-00 be received for information; and THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD -035-00 and any delegation be advised of Council's decision. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON -J TE 6IPER ANCE STREE- B.T I'. LE A N V I L L E ONTARIO - LIC 3A6 - 1905) 623-3379 F:-. 523-_169 .. ESSITE ..ww mu n1cl.. , ca nngion on ca REcrouo so E. Report #1 2 - April 17. 2000 4. MONITORING OF THE DECISIONS OF THE COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT FOR THE MEETING OF MARCH 30, 2000 THAT Report PD -037-00 be received: THAT Council concur with the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment made on March 30, 2000 for Applications A99/024 and A2000/008 to A2000/010. inclusive; and THAT Staff be authorized to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment for Applications A99-024 and A2000/008 to A2000/010, inclusive, in the event of an appeal. 5. AMENDMENT TO DRAFT PLAN APPROVAL AND REZONING APPLICANT: 1138337 ONTARIO INC. PART LOTS 29 AND 30, B.F. CONCESSION, FORMER VILLAGE OF NEWCASTLE THAT Report PD -038-00 be received; THAT the draft approved Plan of Subdivision 18T-91004, as revised and dated February 16, 2000, as per Attachment #3 to Report PD -038-00, be approved subject to the conditions of Draft Approval as set out in Attachment #1 to Report PD -038-00; THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized, by By-law, to execute the amending Subdivision Agreement between the Owner of the revised Draft Plan of Subdivision 18T-91004: THAT Application ZBA 99-019 submitted by 1138337 Ontario Inc. to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 84-63 of the former Town of Newcastle, as amended, be approved and that the amending by-law be forwarded to Council for approval: and THAT the Region of Durham Planning Department, all interested parties listed in Report PD -038-00 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. 6. PURCHASE OF JAWS OF LIFE THAT Report TR -16-00 be received: THAT the procedures set out in Purchasing By-law No. 94-129, section 5, Paragraph 06, be waived for this particular transaction: Report #1 - 3 - April 17, 2000 THAT Council authorize Staff to issue a purchase order for the supply and delivery of the Hurst Jaws of Life to Code 4 Fire and Rescue. Mississauga, Ontario at a total cost of $24.991.99 (Including taxes); and THAT the funds be drawn from the 2000 Fire Department approved Capital Budget Account 7102-00001-0504. 7. SCHICKEDANZ SUBDIVISION, PHASE 1 PLAN IOM -829, BOWMANVILLE `CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE' AND'ASSUMPTION BY-LAW' ROADS AND ABOVE GROUND SERVICES THAT Report WD -17-00 be received; THAT the Director of Public Works be authorized to issue a 'Certificate of Acceptance' for the Roads and Above Ground Services, which include final stage roads and other related Works, constructed within Plan 10M-829; and THAT Council approve the by-law attached to Report WD -17-00, assuming the streets within Plan IOM -829 as Public Highways. 8. COURTICE CROSSING SUBDIVISION, PHASE 4 PLAN 40M-1839, COURTICE `CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE' AND 'ASSUMPTION BY-LAW' FINAL WORKS INCLUDING ROADS AND OTHER RELATED WORKS THAT Report WD -18-00 be received; THAT the Director of Public Works be authorized to issue a `Certificate of Acceptance' for the Final Works, which include final stage roads and other related Works, constructed within Plan 40M-1839; and THAT Council approve the by-law attached to Report WD -18-00, assuming the streets within Plan 40M-1839 as Public Highways. 9. CORPORATE ADVERTISING PROGRAM & PROCEDURES THAT Report ADMIN -09-00 be received; THAT Council approve and endorse the implementation of the Corporate Advertising Program as contained in Report ADMIN -08-00; and THAT the Corporate Advertising Program run in the Canadian Statesman and the Orono Weekly Times, on a two per month basis effective May 1, 2000. Report #1 10. BETHESDA HOUSE - 4 - April 17, 2000 WHEREAS the Bethesda House, Clarington's only shelter for abused women and children, faces a financial crisis which could force it to close by the end of April 2000;and WHEREAS Bethesda House opened in March 1995, following the Provincial Government's funding cap for victims of violence; and WHEREAS plans for the shelter were underway at the time the fundCng ca'p_was announced; and _ WHEREAS the Province of Ontario continues to fund shelters which were already in existence prior to the freeze; and WHEREAS a need for the shelter has been demonstrated in that it has provided temporary crisis shelter for more than 900 women and children since its opening; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of Clarington appeal to the Honourable Michael D. Harris, Premier of Ontario, that the services which Bethesda House provides to the residents of Clarington and Durham Region be recognized and that Provincial funding be established to allow for the operational costs of Bethesda House to be able to continue to operate and serve the community; and FURTHER that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Minister of Community and Social Services, all MPP's in the Regional Municipality of Durham, Leaders of the Opposition and Bethesda House. 'dUNICIRALITY OF Harington CNTARIO REPORT #2 REPORT TO COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 25, 2000 _ SUBJECT: SPECIAL GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF MONDAY, APRIL 17, 2000 RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. 2000 CURRENT BUDGET THAT Report TR -14-00 be received for information; THAT the 2000 Current Budget which includes the Executive Summary and external budgets, be approved, with the non -controllable and Priority #1 items identified on Attachment #1 to Report TR -14-00, with an overall impact of 0%; THAT Council give consideration to those items identified as Priority #2 (Library), on Attachment #1 to Report TR -14-00; THAT the appropriate By-laws to levy the 2000 tax rates for Municipal, Region and Education purposes be recommended to Council for approval: THAT Council authorize the following recommendations for the Clarington Older Adults Association and the Beech Centre; a) The funding for the approved Capital Project - Elevator at the Beech Centre from the principal portion of the Older Adults Capital Reserve Fund; b) The $40,000 for Clarington Beech Centre included prior to finalization of the Capital Budget requests, on page 28 of the Capital Budget, be redirected to the Municipal operating budget, to assist in the zero percent impact: C) The Older Adults additional capital and operating requests per Attachment #2 to Report TR -14-00 in the amount of $47,000 be approved (reduced by any Trillium Funding or other Provincial grants received applicable to these requests) from the interest portion of the Older Adults Capital Reserve Fund; CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON �0 TEI.IPF RANGE STREET 30 W kI AN v i L LE C N T ARIO - LIC 3 A 6 • 1905) 623-33]9 .az 6 z 3.4169 .vESSITE xww mumupalely clannglon on ca "eartim .o." Report #2 2 - April 17. 2000 THAT any funds remaining in the Ontario Senior Games Reserve be available for use on promotional banners, etc. for the upcoming games: THAT Clarington Library Board. Clarington Older Adults - Beech Centre, Visual Arts Centre and Museums be advised of Council's actions; and THAT the Garbage Reserve be consolidated with the Rate Stabilization/Working Funds Reserve. THAT the 2000 Current Budget submitted for the Mayor and Members of Council and the Chief Administrative Officer's Department be approved. THAT the 2000 Current Budget submitted for the Clerk's Department be approved. THAT the 2000 Current Budget submitted for the Finance Department and Unclassified Administration be approved. THAT the 2000 Current Budget submitted for the Fire Department be approved. THAT the 2000 Current Budget submitted for the Public Works Department be approved. THAT the 2000 Current Budget submitted for the Community Services Department be approved. THAT the 2000 Current Budget submitted for the Planning and Development Department be approved. THAT the requests received from the Bowmanville and Clarke Museums be combined and divided between the two museums equally. THAT the 2000 Current Budget for the Visual Arts Centre be approved. THAT the 2000 Current Budget for the Clarington Public Library be approved. REPORT #3 THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON REPORT Meeting: COUNCIL File # Date: April 25 2000 Res.# Report # ADMIN. 12-00 Subject: Future Prospects of the Municipality of Clarington Recommendations: It is respectfully recommended that Council approve the following: I. That Report ADMIN. 12 - 00 be received; 2. That Council approve the contents of this report as the basis of completion of a Comprehensive Study that would provide Council with all the necessary information in order to determine the future prospects of Clarington for the benefit of all its residents. 3. That the Regional Municipality of Durham be advised that Report ADMIN. 12-00 as approved by Council of the Municipality of Clarington, represents our response to the Region of Durham pertaining to our local initiated process dealing with the issue of potential amalgamation or governance reform; and 4. That a copy of Report ADMIN. 12-00 be forwarded to all local municipalities within Durham Region, the Township of Port Hope, the Town of Port Hope, the County of Northumberland, the G.T.S.B., Mr. John O'Toole, M.P.P. and, the Honourable Mr. Tony Clement. Minister of Municipal Affairs. ADMIN. 12-00 1 REPORT: BACKGROUND 1.1 On January t 1 and 12. 2000, Regional Council met informally to review and discuss various issues related to governance. This cumulated in an eight (8) points resolution passed by Regional Council on January 26, 2000. One of the key points contained in the resolution states: "That recognizing the Province's direction in pursuing a reduction in the number of municipalities, the Region encourages potential amalgamations in governance reform processes to be determined by June 30, 2000, with a further report by June 30, 2001". 1.2 Arising out of the above resolution. Council of the Municipality of Clarington, together with senior staff, held a study session on March 20 and 21, 2000 to discuss the local process and to determine the various tasks that need to be attended to so that process can be put in place by June 30, 2000, and that a final report be ready by .lune 30, 2001. 1.3 At the conclusion of the study session, consensus was reached that Clarington has the demonstrated capacity and future growth potential to remain as a viable, separate local municipality within Durham Region. However, there was also consensus that Clarington should examine the financial impact of possible combinations with other municipalities with which is shares common interests. Accordingly, discussion with these municipalities will take place concerning possible studies in this regard. 1.4 At the study session, it was also agreed that staff would report back to Council to provide the necessary framework for: ADMIN. 12-00 a) demonstrating the viability of Clarington. and b) developing communication strategy with our citizens. 2. PURPOSES The purposes of this report are as follows: 2.1 Outline a process to carry out various financial impact analysis; specificall_3- as it pertains to any impact to residents of Clarington, including the retention -of consultants to undertake such works; and provide an approximate timetable for completion of all studies. 2.2 Comments on the viability of Clarington, outlining the matters that will be elaborated on in a subsequent report. 2.3 Provide a communication strategy whereby our residents are to be kept informed of various governance issues. FINANCIAL IMPACT ANALYSIS Fundamental to any governance or boundary change, it is imperative that sufficient information be gathered and detailed research be carried out so that Council can make an informed decision on behalf of the common good of all its residents. In this regard, the Municipality of Clarington has commenced or is in the process of commencing the following financial impact studies. The primary objective is to determine the impact on the residents of Clarington under various partnership and/or boundary change scenarios. ADMIN. 12-00 3.1 Partnerships with Scugo , Uxbridge and Brock These three rural municipalities share common interests with the Municipality of Clarington, as each municipality possesses a large geographic land base and significant agricultural activities. Arising out of the direction of the study session, a meeting was held with representatives of these municipalities to explore possible partnerships. These three municipalities have earlier agreed among themselves to retain a consultant to study possible governance scenarios and are receptive to include Clarington in their study. The consultant firm of Randolph Group, in partnership with Enid Slack Consultant Inc. has been retained. This study will examine how levels of services will be affected as well as to determine the impact on the taxpayers of the respective municipalities. Said study is in its early stage and is tentatively scheduled for completion before the summer recess. 3.2 Partnership with Hope Township and Port Hope Although these two municipalities are not located in Durham Region and the G.T.A., they have approached Clarington to explore possible partnerships. Similar to our nor -them neighbouring municipalities, Clarington also shares common interests with our two eastern neighbours. Subsequently, a meeting was held with representatives from Port Hope and Hope Township to explore the possibility of funding ajoint study to determine the impacts of service levels and cost implications to the tax payers. It should be noted that the Minister of Municipal Affairs has recently issued an Amalgamation Order to cause Hope Township and Port Hope to be merged into one municipality effective January 1, 2001. Notwithstanding, the Order allows the Transitional Board, comprising of all the Councillors of these two municipalities, to explore partnerships and possible service realignment issues with its neighbours. As a result of the Order, it was felt that it would be premature to conduct a financial impact study at this time as the two ADMIN. 12-00 municipalities will need time to address their transitional issues. However, all parties agree that we should maintain continuous dialogue of possible partnership in the future. With respect to the question of leaving the G.T.A., which is one of the conditions requested by both Port Hope and Hope Township, it was agreed that this issue not be addressed at this time. 3.3 Courtice annexed by the City of Oshawa This scenario is put forward only out of the necessity in response to past and present annexation overtures from the City of Oshawa. As a result. Council authorized a financial impact study, which commenced in the latter part of last year. Enid Slack consultant Inc. has been retained to carry out a detailed financial analysis to determine what impact, if any, such annexation scenario would have on those residents residing in Courtice, as well as on the balance of residents in Clarington. Said study is near completion and will be finalized in conjunction with other financial studies under other amalgamation scenarios. 3.4 The results of the three studies will be coordinated ensuring they will be released simultaneously and in conjunction with the Comprehensive Study on the future prospect of Clarington. 3.5 The three financial impact studies are of critical importance to determine whether or not any of the scenarios make financial sense to the residents of Clarington since the Provincial Government has indicated repeatedly that amalgamation saves taxpayers money. ADMIN.12-00 6 -l. CLARINGTON AS A VIABLE MUNICIPALITY 4.1 Despite the fact the Municipality of Clarington is prepared to examine the financial impact of any and all possible partnerships and/or governance scenario models, it should be made absolutely clear that Clarington has the demonstrated ability, now and in the future, to be a viable municipality as it now exists as an effective and efficient local government in delivering services to our local residents. The strength of Clarington to stand on its own within a slimmed -down Regional government structure lies primarily with its: • Large Geographical size; • Healthy mix of urban communities and agricultural activities; • -Common interest of various communities within its boundary; • Future potential growth, particularly in the industrial and commercial sectors; • Efficient service delivery provided by a lean administration and active community voluntarism: • Sound financial management and healthy reserves; • Accessible Elected officials and staff; • Excellent quality of life enjoyed by all residents who are proud to be associated with Clarington: • Quality customer service commitment by employees, with continual performance measurement and improvement; • Continuous commitment to collaborate with Region of Durham and other municipalities to streamline service delivery such as planning approvals. insurance pooling, co-op purchasing, road maintenance, emergency communication dispatch, sharing of resources and any and all possibilities of removing duplication of services and any and all efforts at becoming more cost-efficient. etc. All of these factors and more will be elaborated on in the Comprehensive Study, inclusive of all financial impact analysis, targeted for completion in the fall of this ADMIN. 12-00 year. As information required to demonstrate Clarington's viability is readily available in our municipal departments, it would be prudent that this part of the study be carried out by in-house staff. However, assistance from consultants may be necessary as the study progresses. COMMUNICATING WITH OUR RESIDENTS The decision of Council pertaining to the future prospects of Clarington-must have regard to the opinion of its residents. This is a cornerstone of democracy. Council, and we believe the Provincial Government, should be so guided in their future decisions on local government reform. In order to solicit public opinion, certain principles should be established. These include full disclosure of study findings and all related informations unbiased presentation of facts, and opportunities for public debates. Following these principles, our communication strategy would include regular reporting of unfolding events related to governance issues. Various communication tools such as press release, the municipal web site, employee newsletters, newspaper advertising, and extra editions of Clarington Today could be used to convey the necessary facts and information to the residents. Upon completion of the Comprehensive Study, a series of public information forums would be held, to solicit public comments in various communities within Clarington. We believe strongly that public input on this most important matter of local government reform should only be sought after all the facts are gathered and all the analysis completed. This equally applies to any referendum that Council may deem necessary in the future. Due to the complexity of the subject matter and time requirement to coordinate and complete all studies, it is unlikely that we would be in a position to hold any information forums or undertake a referendum, if any, before the November municipal election. ADMIN. 12-00 RELATED MATTERS Two related matters on governance that should be included in the Comprehensive Study are outlined below. 6.1 Relationship with the Greater Toronto Services Board (GTSB) Clarington is currently a member municipality within the GTSB. Prior to its formation, Clarington has requested the Provincial Government to include in the GTSB legislation, a provision that would allow for the GTSB fringe municipalities to opt out. As the GTSB is currently under review, it is important that this issue does not get overlooked amidst other major issues. As Clarington is unlikely to be in a position to address this issue in the absence of the completion of our comprehensive study and be able to decide on the future prospect of Clarington prior to the completion of the GTSB review by the end of the year, it is imperative that the current provision to allow for opting out not be affected by any future amendment to the GTSB Act. Our Solicitor has advised that in the event that opting out becomes a reality, the GTSB Act would have to be amended. This issue need not be addressed at this time. However, what is of paramount importance to Clarington at this time, is that this opting out alternative remains open to Clarington in the event the future prospects of Clarington requires it. ADMIN. 12-00 6.2 Fewer politicians As the Provincial Government has repeatedly asserted that fewer politicians would save taxpayers dollars, it is incumbent on Clarington to review this issue as part of the Comprehensive Study, even though we may not necessarily agree that such assertion is correct. There is no suggestion at this time as to how this issue will be addressed. However, the pros and cons of reducing the number of elected officials in Clarington will be examined, both in terms of representation on Clarington Council and on Regional Council, as well as on any possible amalgamated Council model. CONCLUSION Clarington does not necessarily agree with the Province advocating that amalgamation would lead to: fewer municipal politicians, lower taxes, better, more efficient service delivery, less bureaucracy, clear line of responsibility and better accountability. In fact, one could argue that amalgamations will result in bigger government, more bureaucracy, and reduce accessibility and accountability. Clarington does agree with the principles of lower taxes, efficient service delivery, less bureaucracy and better accountability and believes these are the areas where we should focus our attention as opposed to amalgamation. Therefore, in conjunction with our study to demonstrate Clarington's viability, we will also document how these principles have been and/or will be met. The content of this report sets out Clarington's processes and all the matters that will be reviewed in addressing the issue of governance reform. The ADMIN. 12-00 10 Comprehensive Studv referred to in the recommendation. inclusive of all financial impact studies. will be completed by the fall of this year. It should be noted that the Comprehensive Study only represents one milestone in the locally initiated process. The information contained in the Study will be used in the public consultation process, leading to a decision by the Council prior to submission of the final report and recommendations to the Region of Durham before June 30, 2001. Respectfully submitted, Franklin Wu. Chief Administrative Officer FW:nof REPORT #4 THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON REPORT Meeting: Council File p Date: April 2�.2000 Res. ft Report 0: Solic-#2-00 By -Cavy# _ Subject: EXTENSION OF TIIE "UNWINDING DATE" PROVIDED IN THE PRINCD?LEs OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN BLUE CIRCLE CANADA INC. AND THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON DATED NOVEMBER 3, 1997 1.0 RECOMMENDATIONS: THAT this report be received. 2. THAT Council pass a by-law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk on behalf of the Municipality to execute an agreement to amend the Principles of Understanding between Blue Circle Canada Inc. and the Municipality of Clarington dated November 3, 1997 to extend the "Unwinding Date" from April 30. 2000 to May 31, 2000, and on the exchange of written notices by the Solicitors for the Parties to a date which is not later than June 30, 2000, with all other terms and conditions to remain the same and time to remain of the essence. gin I: , ;1 AI 2.1 Council approved the Principles of Understanding ("Principles' between the Municipality and Blue Circle Canada Inc. (`Blue Circle") at its meeting on November 3, 1997. The Principles deal with a number of matters to implement recommendations made by the Waterfront Regeneration Trust including the acquisition by the Municipality of Cove Road and land required for the extension of Cove Road to the Westside Creek, the construction of a bridge over the Westside Creek to connect Cedar Crest Beach Road via Cove Road to West Beach Road. and the transfer of a large part of the Westside Marsh and certain other lands to the Municipality or to CLOCA at the Municipality's direction. 2.2 The Closing Date for the transfer of lands by Blue Circle and the completion of certain other arrangements provided in the Principles is conditional on several events occurring. These include the transfer of an easement by Ontario Hydro to accommodate die planned diversion of Westside Creek through its transmission corridor, and the execution by Blue Circle and the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority of a maintenance and monitoring Report Solie-42-00 April 25, 2000 agreement with respect to certain works that are to be constructed by Blue Circle for the diversion of Westside Creek and the separation of the area of the Westside Marsh which is to be conserved from the area of the Marsh that can be quarried by Blue Circle. 2.3 At the meeting on December 13, 1999, Council approved the recommendation contained in Report Solic-#2-99 that the "Unwinding Date" provided for in paragraph 24 of the Principles of Understanding be extended from December 31, 1999 to February 29, 2000 in order to allow necessary documentation to be drafted and to allow time for completion of negotiations with Ontario Hydro respecting the transfer of an easement for the planned diversion of the Westside Creek. 2.4 At the meeting on February 21, 2000 Council approved the recommendation contained in Report Solic #I-00 to further extend the Unwinding Date to April 30, 2000. 2.5 Unfortunately, the negotiations between the Municipality, Blue Circle and Ontario Hydro have taken more time than was anticipated. However, agreement in principle has now been reached at the staff level. The documentation between Ontario Hydro, Blue Circle, the Municipality and CLOCA, is being settled at the present time. Additional amendments to the Principles are being settled by staff and will be repotted to Council at the meeting on May 8, 2000. This documentation and certain revisions to complex land surveys to implement the Principles cannot be completed soon enough to allow the transaction between Blue Circle and the Municipality to close before the amended Unwinding Date of April 30, 2000. A further extension is required. 3.0 RECOMMENDATION 3.1 Accordingly, it is recommended that Council authorize the Mayor and Cleric on behalf of the Municipality to execute an amendment to the Principles to extend rite Unwinding Date to May 31, 2000, and on the exchange of written notices by the Solicitors for the Parties to a date which is not later than June 30, 2000, with all other terms and conditions of the Principles to remain the same and time to remain of the essence of the Principles. Respectively submitted SUMMARY OF BY-LAWS APRIL 25, 2000 BY-LAWS 2000-52 being a by-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the former Town of Newcastle (1 138337 Ontario Inc.) (Item 45 of Report #1) 2000-53 being a by-law to assume certain streets within the Municipality of Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington (Item #7 of Report #1) 2000-54 being a by-law to establish, lay out and dedicate certain lands as public highways and to assume certain streets within the Municipality of Clarington as public highways in the Municipality of Clarington (Item #8 of Report #1) 2000-55 being a by-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement to amend the Principles of Understanding between Blue Circle Canada Inc., and the Municipality of Clarington dated November 3, 1997 (Report SOLIC-2-00) 2000-56 being a by-law to authorize entering into an Agreement with 1378115 Ontario Limited of Plan of Subdivision 18T-89092 and any Mortgagee who has an interest in the said lands, and the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington in respect of 18T-89092 (Approved by Council July 7, 1997) 2000-57 being a by-law to appointment members to the Clarke Museum Board (Approved by Council April 10, 2000)