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November 17, 2003
Council Meeting Agenda Monday, November 17, 2003 (I) ADOPTION OF MINUTES Regular Meeting of October 14, 2003 (11) DELEGATIONS Bryce Jordan, Sernas Associates, will address Council with respect to PD Report 36-03, concerning Nicou Inc. (111) RESOLUTIONS PAGE To consider Planning & Development Report PD 36-03, concerning Nicou Inc. 1-72 Referred to the Council Meeting of November 17, 2003 at the Council Meeting of October 14, 2003.. To consider Planning & Development Report PD 34-03 concerning Proposed Acquisition of Land from John Woitzik. 73-79 Referred to the Council Meeting of November 17, 2003 at the Council Meeting of SePtember 15, 2003. To receive for information Mayor's Office Report MO 02-03 80-121 concerning Summary Report on Activities of Interim Mayor. (IV),, OTHER BUSINESS (V) CONFIRMATION BY-LAW (VI) ADJOURNMENT -1- 00! RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL DATE MOVED BY SECONDED BY That Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2002-02 submitted by Nicou Inc., on lands being the South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2, Part 1, Plan 40R- 11934, City of Pickering as revised by the applicant in April, 2003, be APPROVED to permit the development of a plan of subdivision of 39 lots for detached dwellings with frontages ranging between 12.0 and 15.0 metres, a parkland block, an open space block, a new local road and a road widening block, subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix I to Report PD 36-03; and That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 9/99 (R2) submitted by Nicou Inc. on lands being the South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2, Part 1, Plan 40R- 11934, City of Pickering, be APPROVED to establish performance standards to allow the implementation of the draft plan of subdivision, subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix II to Report PD 36-03; and That Amendment 2 to the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guidelines be ADOPTED by Council, to remove the requirement for a stormwater pond on Woodview Avenue, as outlined in Appendix III to Report PD 36-03. O0 ©~ PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM November 6, 2003 To: From: Subject: Interim Mayor Brenner and Members of Council Nell Carroll Director, Planning & Development Referral to Staff of Planning & Development Report PD 36-03 Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2002-02 Zoning By-law Amendment ApPlication A 9/99 (R2) Nicou Inc. South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2, Part 1,40R-11934 (100 Finch Avenue - North Side of Finch Avenue, opposite Woodview Avenue) City of Pickering On October 14, 2003, Council referred Planning & Development Report PD 36-03 to staff for more information to be brought back to the Council Meeting of November 17~, 2003. Further information respecting an archaeological assessment, environmental impacts and the impact of the proposed development on existing wells was requested. An extract of the Planning Committee Meeting Minutes of October 14, 2003, are attached to this memorandum, and Report PD 36-03 will be included in the Council Agenda for November 17, 2003. Approval of the development will conserve any Archaeological Resources on the subject lands: Planning and Development Report PD 36-03 includes a condition requiring an archaeological assessment of the subject lands. Staff have been advised that the lands have high archaeological potential, and that a known archaeological site is located on the northern portion of the Subject land's - the portion recommended to be transferred to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority ownership. Referral to Staff of Planning & Development Report PD 36-03 November 6, .2003 0 ('J 3 Page 2 Planning & Development Repor[ PD 36-03 recommends that, prior to enactment of a zoning by-law amendment by Council, draft approval of the proposed subdivision be subject to a condition requiring the owner to: · satisfy the City with respect to an archaeological assessment on the open space and residential portions of the subject lands; · obtain clearance from the Ministry of Culture; and, · implement any mitigative measures that may be required by the Director, Planning & Development, following circulation for comment to First Nations. Through implementation of this condition, any archaeological resources that may be found on the site will be conserved prior to enactment of the zoning amendment, site alterations or registration of the subdivision plan. The applicant has indicated that the archaeological assessment will be provided to the City following draft approval of the proposed draft plan. Implementation of this plan ensures that wetlands, open space areas and vegetated wildlife habitat areas will be protected: Due to serious concerns about negative impacts of a previous multi-storey development proposal on the sensitive northern portion of the subject lands, the Ontario Municipal Board required stringent protections for the wetlands, vegetated areas and wildlife habitat areas on the northern portion of these lands. This recommended proposal respects the need to: · protect the open space/natural areas on the northern portion of the site as Rouge Duffins Wildlife Corridor; and, · buffer development on the southern portion of the site from these features. Following review of the applicant's "Environmental Impact Study" and "Assessment of the Proposed Wetland Buffer" by City and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority staff, the recommended environmental protection strategy includes: · conveyance of the northern two-thirds of the lands to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; · construction of a 1.8 metre fence along the rear of the lots; · drainage of the rear portion of the lots towards the wetland; ° limitation to one unpaved pedestrian access path from the subdivision to the open space area; 0,04 Referral to Staff of Planning & Development Report PD 36-03 November 6, 2003 Page 3 · an educational package to advise home buyers how to protect the wetland and habitat areas; and, · provisions for an edge management plan to be reviewed by TRCA to the satisfaction of the City. The strategy is contained in the proposed conditions of draft approval for the subdivision. The conditions appear in Appendix I to Report PD 36-03. Residents to the south will be protected from impacts of the prOposed development on Existing Wells: The resident of a property on the south side of Finch Avenue, west of WoodviewAvenue, opposite the proposed subdivision, expressed concerns at the Planning Committee meeting held October 14, 2003. The concerns were that development of the Nicou property and the installation of sewers may impact the quality and/or quantity of water, from the existing well on the property, which could also result in a financial impact. In response, City staff contacted Region of Durham Works staff, clarified how the Region of Durham Well-Interference Policy applies to this situation and informed the resident by telephone. Piped water service was installed by the Region on this portion of Finch Avenue many years ago. The normal charge for installation of piped water for each property receiving water service is currently $104.21 per metre of property frontage (frontage charge) plus a $1615 connection charge to connect the water service pipe from the water main to the front property line (connection charge). The property owner is responsible to pay the costs to connect the water line from the property line to any buildings on the property. The Region of Durham Well Interference Policy provides for a waiver of both the frontage charges and connection charges for piped water service if development on adjacent properties or installation of sanitary or storm sewers negatively impacts nearby wells for the affected properties. In cases where the frontage charges have been previously assessed, the Regional Well Interference Policy does not allow refunding of these charges. When City staff explained the Regional Well Interference Policy to the resident, the resident indicated that the frontage charge has already been paid. In this situation, should installation of the sewers or development of the Nicou site impact this resident's well, the connection charge would be waived by the Region. In response to the resident's statement that they should also not be faced with the expense of connecting the water service from their property line to the house, as a result of the proposed Nicou development, the resident was referred directly to the Region of Durham Works official. Referral to Staff of Planning & Development Report PD 36~03 November 6, 2003 Page 4 OO5 City staff have been advised that a consideration in the Regional Well Interference Policy is that property value increases resulting from connections to piped water services off-set the cost of such connections. Conclusion- It is staff's opinion that conditions of approval recommended for this subdivision will mitigate potential negative impacts on archaeological heritage features or sensitive environmental features on the subject lands. Further, the Region's Well Interference Policy will address potential negative impacts on the water supply in abutting wells, albeit at a modest financial impact to the property owner. The Planning & Development Department continues to recommend that Council adopt the recommendations of Report Number PD 36-03. SG:jf SG/Nlcou/MemotoOouncil Attachments Copy: Neil Carroll Director, Planning & Development Chief Administrative Officer City Clerk Nicou Inc. EXCERPT FROM THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF OCTOBER 14, 2003 PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT REPORT PD 36-03 DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION APPLICATION SP-2002-02 ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 9/99 (R2) NICOU INC. SOUTH PART OF LOT 34, CONCESSION 2, PART 1, 40R-11934 (100 FINCH AVENUE - NORTH SIDE OF FINCH AVENUE, OPPOSITE WOODVIEW AVENUE) That Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2002-02 submitted by Nicou Inc., on lands being the South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2, Part 1, Plan 40R-11934, City of Pickering as revised by the aPplicant in April, 2003, be APPROVED to permit the development of a plan of subdivision of 39 lots for detached dwellings with frontages ranging between 12.0 and 15.0 metres, a parkland block, an open space block, a new local road and a road widening block, subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix '1 to Report PD 36-03; and That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 9/99 (R2) submitted by Nicou Inc. on lands being the South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2, Part 1, Plan 40R-11934, City of Pickering, be APPROVED to establish performance standards to allow the implementation of the draft plan of subdivision, subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix !1 to Report PD 36-03; and That Amendment 2 to the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guidelines be ADOPTED by Council, to remove the requirement for a stormwater pond on Woodview Avenue, as outlined in Appendix III to Report PD 36-03. Referred to Staff For More Information And to be Brought Back to the Council Meetin.q of November 17th, 2003 EPO T TO PLANNING COMMITTEE Report Number: PD 36-03 Date: September 29, 2003 From: Neil Carroll Director, Planning & Development Subject: Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2002-02 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 9/99 (R2) Nicou Inc. South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2 Part 1,40R-11934 (100 Finch Avenue- North side of Finch Avenue, opposite Woodview Avenue) City of Pickering Recommendation: That Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2002-02 submitted by Nicou Inc., on lands being the South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2, Part 1, Plan 40R-11934, City of Pickering as revised by the applicant in April, 2003, be APPROVED to permit the development of a plan of subdivision of 39 lots for detached dwellings with frontages ranging between 12.0 and 15.0 metres, a parkland block, an open space block, a new local road and a road widening block, subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix I to Report PD 36-03; That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 9/99 (R2) submitted by Nicou Inc. on lands being the South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2, Part 1, Plan 40R-11934, City of Pickering, be APPROVED to establish performance standards to allow the implementation of the draft plan of subdivision, subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix II to Report PD 36-03; and, That Amendment 2 to the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guidelines be ADOPTED by Council, to remove the requirement for a stormwater pond on Woodview Avenue, as outlined in Appendix III to Report PD 36-03. Executive Summary: The applicant proposes to develop a draft plan of subdivision consisting of 39 lots for detached dwellings on the north side of Finch Avenue at Woodview Avenue (see Attachments #1, #2a and #2b). Ten lots will front Finch Avenue and the remainder will front a new crescent road that will intersect with Finch Avenue at Woodview Avenue and east of Woodview Avenue. In addition, two thirds of the property will be transferred to public ownership as an open space block to protect wetlands and vegetated wildlife habitat lands. _O_O 8 Report PD 36-03 Subject: Nicou Inc. SP-2002-02 / A9/99 (R2) Date: September 26, 2003 Page 2 The applicant proposes to amend the current zoning to allow the proposed dwelling units with appropriate performance standards on the developable one third of the subject lands, to permit implementation of the draft plan. The proposed plan of subdivision represents appropriate residential development and conforms to the policies of the Pickering Official Plan and provisions of the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guidelines. All interests of the City will be appropriately addressed through an associated subdivision agreement. Financial Implications: With approval and implementation of the proposed development, staff recommends at least minimal improvements to the adjoining portion of Finch Avenue with a cost of up to approximately $100,000. The recommended improvements include a sidewalk (cost-shared by the City and the developer), and oversizing of the storm sewer and installation of extra sewer connections at City expense. These works are identified in the City's development charge study and are partially funded through development charge accounts with the balance being paid by the City. Depending on the timing of the development, further infrastructure improvements may also be considered. Funding for these improvements will be subject to Council approval and will be brought forward by staff for consideration at such time as the development proceeds through future budget submissions (anticipated 2004 budget). The financial implications have been discussed with the Treasurer who concurs with these findings. Background: 1.0 Proposed Development Details (see Attachment #1 - Location Map, Attachment #2a - Proposed Draft Plan and Attachment #2b - Enlargement of Applicant's Plan). Development Details A- Land Area Gross area of draft plan Open space block Net residential area of draft plan Total area for residential lots Park block Streets B - Residential Lots Total Number of lots - lots with minimum 12.0 metre frontage - lots with minimum 15.0 metre frontage 8.73 hectares 5.87 hectares 2.86 hectares 2.14 hectares .05 hectares .67 hectares 39 lots 11 lots 28 lots Report PD 36-03 Subject: Nicou Inc. SP-2002-02 / A9/99 (R2) Date: September 26, 200~ 0 9 Page 3 2.0 2.1 2.2 2,3 Comments Received: At the May 16, 2002 Information Meeting: (see text of Information Report and Meeting Minutes, Attachments #3 and ifA). Comments from Area Residents: questions of whether services will be brought up Woodview Avenue or along Finch Avenue; concerns about the effects of the proposed development on Amos Pond and on wildlife. A further comment was received: (see comment from Save the Rouge Valley System - Attachment #5). Comment requested that the City: acquire the entire property as a park; ensure appropriate development setbacks from the wetland and tree line; protect the natural features; and, provide notification of further meetings. Agencies: Region of Durham Toronto and Region Conservation Authority - Provincial Policy requires an archaeological assessment and implementation of Noise Report recommendations; - water supply is available and a sanitary sewer extension should be constructed on Woodview Avenue at the developer's expense; - conditions of draft approval should be implemented through a subdivision agreement with the Region. (see Attachment #6). satisfied with 1.0 metre set back from the drip-line of the forested vegetation for Lots 14 to 26; satisfied with the buffer area restoration plan between proposed Lots 1 to 14 and the wetland boundary; 010 Report PD 36-03 Subject: Nicou Inc. SP-2002-02 / A9/99 (R2) Date: September26,2003 Page 4 Comments from Agencies (continued) Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (continued) Rouge Park Alliance Canada Post, Enbridge Consumers Gas and Canadian Pacific Railway Durham District School Board, Durham Catholic District School Board, City of Toronto and Veridian Connections - satisfied with the proposed stormwater management plan, subject to some technical amendments, further details and TRCA approvals; and, requests details, technical revisions and TRCA approvals be addressed in the conditions of draft approval and a subdivision agreement; (see Attachments #7, #8, and #9). supports a 50.0 metre setback from the wetland (per OMB decision), restricted access to wetland, including fences to protect wildlife; and, offered to assist with an education package for residents; (see Attachment #10). no objections/technical requirements; (see Attachments #11, #12 and #13). - no objections; (see Attachments #14, #15, #16 and #17). 2.4 City Departments: Division Head, Municipal l- tree preservation/edge management reports, open Property & Engineering / space connection to the future trail system, a park · block and engineering details are required; (see Attachment #18). Fire Prevention Officer no objections; (see Attachment #19). Report PD 36-03 Subject: Nicou Inc. SP-2002-02 /A9/99 (R2) Date: September 26, 200~ ~_ 1. Page 5 Comments from City Departments (continued) Supervisor, Development Control (written and verbal comments) n__g.o pregrading is permitted until City and other agency approvals are obtained; - sidewalks are required on new street at developer's cost; sidewalk required on north side of Finch Avenue to be cost-shared with City; Woodview improvements: - sanitary sewer required on Woodview Avenue from Hydro Corridor north to Finch AvenUe to service the development at the developer's cost; full urbanization of Woodview not anticipated until 2007 (a Development Charges Project - estimated cost $1,050,000 in 1999 dollars); Finch improvements: Minimal Servicing Option requires the developer to fund the following: · sanitary sewer to service the development, · storm sewer across Nicou frontage, eastwards to Petticoat Creek, under the Finch Avenue roadway; and, · repaving of the road to a rural cross-section; Also recommended: · sidewalk across Nicou lands, cost-shared by City and developer; · oversizing of storm sewer and connections to serve properties on the south side of Finch Avenue, and lands to the west, at City cost, anticipated to cost approximately $100,000; Further Information: - significant cost reductions can be achieved if the City urbanizes the part of Finch Avenue adjoining the Nicou subdivision at the time the developer is constructing his required works; full urbanization of Finch Avenue from AItona Road to Townline Road is identified as a 2005 development charges project with an estimated cost of $1,800,000 if City undertook all works on its own; - City funding would be 50% Development Charges and 50% General Revenue; ,:~eport PD 36-03 Subject: Nicou Inc. SP-2002-02 / A9/99 (R2) Date: September26,2003 Page 6 3.0 3.1 Comments from City Departments (continued) Supervisor, Development Control (continued) costs to the City for upgrading Finch Avenue across the Nicou lands to Petticoat Creek to a full urban profile are anticipated to be less than half of the estimated $850,000 costs if done at the time the developer constructs the required works; costs to City of upgrading portion of Finch Avenue between Petticoat Creek and Altona Road would be an additional $400,000; and, conditions of draft approval should address (among other things) roads, sidewalks, servicing, lot grading, vegetation restoration, sediment and erosion control, fencing, tree preservation, tree planting, street lighting, utilities, stormwater management, construction management, cost sharing, cost recovery, financial obligations, performance and maintenance securities and be implemented through a subdivision agreement with the City; (see Attachments #20, #21, #22 and #23). Discussion The Proposed Development is appropriate for the subject lands and protects the sensitive natural areas: The proposed development implements the vision of the Council's Official Plan to permit Iow density residential development in this part of the Rouge Park Neighbourhood, provided such development is compatible with nearby wetlands and other natural habitat areas. The proposal also implements the results of an Ontario Municipal Board decision in the year 2000 to uphold the open space designation for the north-east portion of the subject lands. While a small number of residents and an interest group (Save The Rouge Valley) are requesting no development occur on these lands, other residents welcome expansion of urban services to this area. Based on staff's review and analysis of the plan, supporting information, and comments in support from agencies including the Region of Durham, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, Rouge Park Alliance, City of Pickering Development Control and Municipal Property & Engineering, the plan is recommended for approval, subject to conditions. Report PD 36-03 Subject: Nicou Inc. SP-2002-02 / A9/99 (R2) Date: September26,2003 Page 7 013 3.2 3.3 The Plan's design protects lands containing significant ecological features and functions. Impacts on those features and functions by the residential development can be mitigated through buffering/edge management, open space enhancement strategies and fencing. Technical review agencies have identified suitable conditions of approval. Also, provision of storm and sanitary sewer services to this area will provide an opportunity for some existing residents to connect to desired urban services. Conveyance of the northern two thirds of the subject lands to a public authority (TRCA) will maintain the wetland and abutting vegetated areas in a natural state in support of the wildlife corridor functions and habitat areas. An unpaved public pathway will provide access to the wildlife corridor and trail to the north which also implements the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guidelines and the City of Pickering Master Plan for Bikeways and Pedestrian Pathways. Stormwater will be directed to Petticoat Creek: The original stormwater management strategy for the Rouge Park Neighbourhood, west of Petticoat Creek was to locate a stormwater pond on the east side of Woodview Avenue, on Hydro Corridor lands. However, this approach is not achievable because lands are not available at that location. An alternate strateg~/involving individual quality controls for each development area has been developed that is supported by the City and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. This will require technical changes to the City's Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guidelines to be implemented by a Guidelines amendment. Details of proposed Amendment 2 to the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guidelines are outlined in Appendix III. Stormwater management for the Nicou site will include quality controls through a stormceptor. The outfall will discharge to Petticoat Creek to the east. This development triggers the need for a sanitary sewer on Woodview Avenue and sanitary and storm sewers on the adjoining part of Finch Avenue: Woodview Avenue: The opportunity exists for the City to urbanize Woodview Avenue (from the Hydro Corridor to Finch Avenue) coincidental with the Region's extension of sanitary sewers to service the Nicou plan. However, this urbanization would constitute a major cost to the City ($1,050,000) and is not identified for implementation as a development charge project until 2007. The Nicou plan does not require storm sewers on Woodview Avenue and the sanitary sewer will not be located under the road, so minimal road excavation is anticipated. Report PD 36-03 Subject: Nicou Inc. SP-2002-02 / A9/99 (R2) Date: September 26, 2003 Page 8 Consequently, the urbanization of Woodview Avenue is not recommended at this time. This matter will be reviewed by staff on an annual 'basis through the City's budget deliberations. Finch Avenue: This development triggers the need for the developer to undertake significant infrastructure improvements to a portion of Finch Avenue. The developer will be required, at a minimum, to construct sanitary sewers under the portion of Finch Avenue that abuts the subject lands, construct a storm sewer under the roadway from the west limit of the subject lands to Petticoat Creek, and repave that part of Finch Avenue to an open-ditch rural profile at the developer's cost. In addition, sidewalks should be installed across the subject lands with cost-sharing between the City and the developer. Further, the City should fund the oversizing of the storm sewer and installation of connections to the south side of Finch Avenue in order to serve properties on the south side of Finch Avenue and to the west. The costs of sewer oversizing/connections and the City portion of the sidewalk are expected to total approximately $100,000. The capital expense would be funded 50% from Development Charges and 50% from General Revenue. A substantial reduction to the City's future urbanization costs would be realized by the City funding these works while the developer is working on the road. Although the developer's timing may be influenced by many factors, the earliest the works may be undertaken is mid 2004. Accordingly, staff will be including these works as an item for consideration in the 2004 capital budget. The actual timing for payment will be negotiated through the subdivision agreement following review of detailed engineering drawings. The urbanization of Finch Avenue between Altona Road and Townline Road is identified as a 2005 Development Charge project. However, the City is not bound to undertake the project in or by 2005, and the Nicou subdivision is only the first proposal in this part of the Rouge Park Neighbourhood. The City is, nevertheless, obligated to proceed with urbanization at some point in the future. The precise limits, timing and components of the urbanization of this part of Finch Avenue should be considered through the annual budget process in the context of other City priorities and the City's financial capability. Report PD 36-03 Subject: Nicou Inc. SP-2002-02 / A9/99 (R2) Date: September' 26, 2003 Page 9 3.4 High quality urban design and public facilities will ensure an attractive development for residents that is compatible with neighbourhood surroundings: Upgraded urban design standards will be required for flankage elevations of corner lots, rear elevations facing Finch Avenue and to minimize garage projections. In addition, zoning will restrict building heights to 9.0 metres to maintain existing neighbourhood character and minimize visual impact on the open space areas. Inclusion of a small park, a trail connection, upgrades to the required noise attenuation fencing adjacent to Finch Avenue and street tree plantings add to the attractiveness of the development for future residents. Requirements for fencing between the new lots and the open space area, edge management and buffering measures, and protection of heritage features that may be identified on the lands address compatibility with the surrounding natural areas. The following requirements will be implemented as conditions of approval: · submission of an architectural design statement will be required to show, among other things, upgraded fa(;ade treatments for flankage sides of homes on Lots 1, 11, 27, 30, 38 and 39; upgraded second storey rear elevations for Lots 31 to 37, adjacent to Finch Avenue; and restrictions on garage projections; · installation of a 1.8 metre black chain-link fence on the west side of Lots 1 and 13, and north side of Lots 1 to 10 and 14 to 26 (with no gates, in order to restrict access to the natural areas beyond), and on the perimeter of the required parkland block (Block 41); also, temporary fencing during construction to control erosion and siltation will be required; · conveyance of a parkland block (Block 41 - 0.052 hectares) to the City, and payment of cash-in-lieu to the City for the remainder of the 5% of the value of the developable lands; · conveyance of an open space block (Block 40 - 5.87 hectares) to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and the planting of native species and other agreed buffering and edge management measures to the satisfaction of TRCA and City staff; · preparation of an educational package by the applicant with the assistance of Rouge Park Alliance outlining methods of protection of the wetland and natural habitat functions of the open space areas, to be provided to purchasers of the new homes; (}la Report PD 36-03 Subject: Nicou Inc. SP-2002-02 /A9/99 (R2) Date: September 26, 2003 Page 10 · construction of noise attenuation berms and fencing along the rear and side yards of Lots 11 and 30 to 38 facing Finch Avenue; fencing will reflect upgraded fa~;ade detailing facing Finch Avenue and attractive materials to the satisfaction of the City; · submission of an archaeological assessment to investigate the presence of heritage features on both the open space and residential portions of the lands subject to clearance by the Ministry of Culture, with comment from First Nations; and implementation of appropriate mitigative measures to the satisfaction of the City; · provision of sidewalks on the north side of Finch Avenue; and along the west side (abutting Lots 11 to 14), the north side (abutting Lots 15 to 26) and the west side (abutting Lots 27 to 30) of the new street; · satisfaction of all matters of concern of the Region of Durham and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; and, · satisfaction of all other routine matters through conditions of draft approval. Technical Reports respecting noise impact, servicing and stormwater management, the wetland buffer, analysis of environmental conditions, environmental site assessment and environmental impact can be viewed in the Planning & Development Department. 4.0 Applicant's Comments The applicant is aware of the recommendations of this report. APPENDICES: APPENDIX I: APPENDIX I1: APPENDIX II1: Recommended Conditions of Approval for SP-2002-02 Recommended Conditions of Approval for A 9/99 (R2) Proposed Amendment 2 to the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guidelines Report PD 36-03 Subject: Nicou Inc. SP-2002-02 / A9/99 (R2) Date: September 26, 2003- 01 ? Page 11 Attachments: 2b. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. Property Location Map Applicant's Proposed Draft Plan Enlargement of Applicant's Plan / Staff Recommended Plan Text of Information Report No. 15-02 Minutes of the May 16, 2003 Statutory PUblic Information Meeting Comments from Save the Rouge Valley System Agency Comment - Region of Durham Agency Comment- Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, October 28, 2002 Agency Comment. Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, March 17, 2003 Agency Comment -Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, September 5, 2003 Agency Comment - Rouge Park Alliance Agency Comment - Canada Post Agency Comment- Enbridge Consumers Gas Agency Comment - Canadian Pacific Railway Agency Comment - Durham District School Board Agency Comment- Durham District Catholic School Board Agency Comment - City of Toronto Agency Comment - Veridian Connections Staff Comment - Municipal Property & Engineering Staff Comment - Fire Prevention Officer Staff Comment - Development Control, January 21, 2003 Staff Comment - Development Control, February 5, 2003 Staff Comment - Development Control, September 5, 2003 Staff Comment - Development Control, September 3, 2003 018 Report PD 36-03 Subject: Nicou Inc. SP-2002-02 / A9/99 (R2) Date: September 26, 2003 Page 12 Prepared By: Approved / Endorsed By: Steve Gaunt, MCIP, RPP Planner II Neil. T3arroll,~ / ~,. ' P D~rector, Plaf'h~,hlg & Development Catherine Rose Manager, Policy SG:ld:jf Attachments Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer Division Head, Municipal Property & Engineering Supervisor, Development Control Recommended for the consideration of Pickering City Council TI1o'-rhas J. O~Knn, ClCi'ef Adminis~~ 6! 9 APPENDIX I TO REPORT NUMBER PD 36-03 RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION SP-2002-02 O2O RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION SP-2002-02 1.0 1.1 2.0 2.1 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.3.1 GENERAL CONDITIONS That this recommendation apply to the revised draft plan prepared by SernasAssociates, dated Apdl 2003, (Project No. 01269) for Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2002-02 submitted by Sernas Associates, on behalf of Nicou Inc., on lands being the South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2, City of Pickering, to permit the development of 39 lots for detached dwellings, an open space block, a park block, a new road and a road widening block. PRIOR TO SUBMISSION OF A DRAFT 40M PLAN' That the owner satisfy the City with respect to an archaeological assessment to investigate the presence of heritage features on both the open space and residential portions of the subject lands, obtain clearance by the Ministry of Culture, and implement any appropriate mitigative measures that may be required by the Director, Planning & Development, following circulation for comment to First Nations. PRIOR TO THE REGISTRATION OF THE PLAN: That the owners submit a Draft 40M-Plan to be approved by the City Planning & Development Department. That the implementing by-law for Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 9/99 (R2) become final and binding. That the owner enter into a subdivision agreement with and to the satisfaction of the City of Pickering to ensure the fulfillment of the City's requirements, financial and otherwise, which shall include, but not necessarily be limited to the following: Storm Drainaqe (a) (b) satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development respecting a stormwater drainage and management system to service all the lands in the subdivision, and any provisions regarding easements following review by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority respecting stormwater quality treatment requirements; and, satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development for contributions for down stream stormwater management works. 3.3.2 3.3.3 3.3.4 3.3.5 -2- 021 Grading Control and Soils (a) satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development respecting submission and approval of a grading and control plan following review by the Toronto Region Conservation Authority respecting grading and groundwater infiltration for the lots backing onto the buffer area abutting the wetland and vegetated areas; and, (b) satisfaction of the Director, Planning and Development respecting the submission and approval of a geotechnical soils analysis. Road Allowances (a) satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development respecting construction of internal roads with curbs, storm sewers, sidewalks and boulevard designs to maximize front yard space without impeding services or the safe operation of the streets; (b) that all streets be named to the satisfaction of the City of Pickering; and, (c) satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development respecting the reconstruction of the portion of Finch Avenue between the west limit of the developer's lands and Petticoat Creek to a rural open-ditch profile, including cost-sharing between the City and the developer. Sidewalks (a) that the owner construct a sidewalk on Street 'A' on the west side abutting Lots 11 to 14, on the north side abutting Lots 15 to 26 and west side abutting Lots 27 to 30, to the satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development; (b) that the owner construct a sidewalk along the north side of Finch Avenue between the east and west limits of the draft plan; and, (c) that the owner construct a pathway through the parkland block (Block 41) to the satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development and the Director, Operations & Emergency Services. Construction /Installation of City Works & Services (a) satisfaction of the City respecting arrangements for the provision of all services required by the City; (b) satisfaction of the appropriate authorities respecting arrangements for the provision of underground wiring, street lighting, cable television, natural gas and other similar services; and 022 (c) -3- that the cost of any relocation, extension, alteration or extraordinary maintenance of existing services necessitated by this development shall be the responsibility of the subdivider. 3.3.6 Dedications / Transfers / Conveyances (a) the dedication of all road allowances with the proper corner roundings and sight triangles to the City; (b) that the owner convey to the City in a form satisfactory to the City and at no costs to the City: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) Block 41, being a park block; any easements as required; any reserves as required by the City; and, a road widening block (Block 42). (c) that the subdivider convey any easement to any utility to facilitate the installation of their services in a location(s) to the satisfaction of the City and the utility; and, (d) that the owner convey to the Toronto Region Conservation Authority Block 40, in a form satisfactory to the Authority and at no costs. 3.3.7 Construction Manaqement Plan (a) that the owners make satisfactory arrangements with the City respecting a construction management plan, such Plan to contain, among other things: (i) (~) (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) details of erosion and sedimentation controls during all phases of construction and provide maintenance requirements to maintain these controls; addressing the parking of vehicles and the storage of construction and building materials during servicing and house construction, and ensuring that such locations: · will not adversely affect the wetland and buffer areas; and, · will not impede the flow of traffic or emergency vehicles on either existing streets or the proposed public street; ensurance that the City's Noise By-law will be adhered to and that all contractors, trades and suppliers are advised of this By-law; the provision of mud and dust control on all roads within and adjacent to the site; type and timing of construction fencing; and, location of construction trailers. 3.3.8 3.3.9 3.3.10 3.3.11 3.3.12 4 023 Development Charqes (a) satisfaction of the City financially with respect to the Development Charges Act. Coordinated Development (a) satisfaction of the City with respect to arrangements necessary to provide for coordination of services and roads with adjacent lands and any phasing of development that may be required. Fencing (a) satisfaction of the City with respect to the provision of temporary fencing for the purpose of erosion and siltation control, with review by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority around the entire perimeter of the subject lands during construction, prior to the commencement of any works; (b) satisfaction of the City with respect to the provision of a 1.8 metre black chain link fence along perimeters of Lots 1 to 26 abutting the open space block (Block 40) with no gates to the open space block permitted; (c) satisfaction of the City with respect to the provision of noise attenuation berms and fencing along the rear and side yards of Lots 11 and 30 to 38 facing Finch Avenue as recommended in the Noise Impact Study, prepared by Sernas Associates, dated March 2002 with attractive materials and design detailing on the side facing Finch Avenue to the satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development; and, (d) satisfaction of the City with respect to the provision of 1.8 metre black chair link along the east, west and north perimeters of the parkland block (Block 41 ). Street Tree Plantinq (a) the submission of a street tree planting plan to the satisfaction of the City. Design Planninq (a) the satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development respecting a report outlining siting and architectural design objectives for the development, and the submission of site plans and architectural drawings identifying how each unit meets the objectives of the report, prior to the issuance of any building permit for the construction of a residential unit on the lands; 024 3.3.13 3.3.14 -5- (b) the report outlining siting and architectural design objectives for the development must address building envelopes, house designs, siting, upgraded side/flankage elevations at entry, and streetscapes as well as garage designs, locations, massing, width, and projection from the main dwelling with particular attention to; · upgraded flankage elevation detailing for Lots 1, 11,27, 30, 38 and 39; · upgraded design detailing for the second storey of rear elevations of Lots 3t to 37; and, · restrictions on garage projections; (c) the report outlining siting and architectural design objectives for the development must address driveway placement and curb cut location on the proposed public road to ensure adequate room is maintained to accommodate street furniture and boulevard landscaping; and, (d) that the owner satisfy the City respecting the provision of appropriate aesthetic details and design of all boundary fencing and noise attenuation fencing. Noise Attenuation (a) that the owners satisfy the requirements of the Ministry of the Environment regarding the approval of a noise study recommending noise control features satisfactory to the Region of Durham, and the City of Pickering by implementing the recommendations of the Noise Impact Study, prepared by Sernas and Associates, dated March 2002; and, (b) that the owners design noise attenuation fencing and berms to the City's satisfaction. Enflineerin.q Drawings (a) that the owner satisfy the City respecting the submission of appropriate engineering drawings that detail, among other things, City services, roads including drawings for the urbanization of Finch Avenue, storm sewers, sidewalks, lot grading, streetlights, fencing and tree planting, and financially-secure such works; (b) (c) that the engineering plans be coordinated with the architectural design objectives and further the engineering plans shall coordinate the driveway width, street hardware and street trees in order to ensure that conflicts do not exist, asphalt is minimized and street trees are accommodated; and, that the owner satisfy the City respecting designs for improvements to Finch Avenue, construct the improvements to the satisfaction of the City and appropriate provisions for cost-sharing be agreed upon by the City and the developer. 3.3.15 3.3.16 3.3.17 4.0 4.1 -6- O25 Other Approval Agencies (a) that the subdivider satisfy all the requirements, financial, and otherwise, of the Region of Durham including construction of a sanitary sewer on Woodview Avenue at the developer's expense and any appropriate agreement to collect from future developers who may access the sewer in the future; (b) that the subdivider satisfy all the requirements, financial and otherwise of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; and, (c) that any approvals which are required from the Region of Durham or the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for the development of this plan be obtained by the subdivider, and upon request written confirmation be provided to the City of Pickering as verification of these approvals. Parkland Dedication (a) that the subdivider provide to the City a park block of 0.052 hectares in size and provide the City cash-in-lieu to satisfy the shortfall of parkland dedications, to the satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development, in order to satisfy Section 42(1) of the Planning Act. Ed.qe Manaqement (a) that the subdivider provide an edge management plan, for review by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, to the satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development, such Plan to contain, among other things: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) an identification of all hazard trees located at the edge of the property to be removed prior to the initiation of works on the site; protection hoarding as required during the construction process; grading details which confirm that the root zone on the adjacent vegetated areas will be protected; plans for the edge planting in the buffer area between the rear yards of those lots facing the wetland to the satisfaction of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; and, the planting of trees/landscaped stock as per the approved plan. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF ANY BUILDING PERMITS: Educational Package That the owner prepare an educational package, with the assistance of Rouge Park Alliance to outline methods of protecting the wetland and natural habitat functions of the open space areas to the satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development, and provide such package to purchasers of the new homes. APPENDIX II TO REPORT NUMBER PD 36-03 RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 09/99 (R2) APPENDIX II TO REPORT NUMBER PD 36-03 RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 09/99 (R2) That prior to forwarding an implementing by-law to City Council: (a) Draft Plan of Subdivision SP-2002-02 receive draft approval; (b) A Draft 40M Plan be submitted to the satisfaction of the Director, Planning & Development; That the implementing zoning by-law, but not necessarily be limited to the following: (a) permit the establishment of detached dwellings on Lots 27 through 37, in accordance with the following provisions: (b) (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) (vii) (viii) (ix) (x) (xi) (xii) minimum lot frontage of 12.0 metres; minimum lot area of 350 metres; m~n~mum front yard depth of 4.5 metres; m~n~mum rear yard depth of 7.5 metres; m~n~mum side yard width of 1.2 metres; m~n~mum flankage side yard width of 2.7 metres; maximum building height of 9.0 metres; mimmum gross floor area of 100 square metres;. maximum of one dwelling unit per lot; maximum lot coverage of 38 percent; minimum one private garage per lot and limitations for garage projections from the front of houses; and, provisions regarding rear yard projections of uncovered steps and platforms. permit the establishment of detached dwellings on Lots 1 through 26, in accordance with the following provisions: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) (vii) (viii) (ix) (x) (xi) (xii) minimum minimum minimum minimum minimum lot frontage of 15.0 metres; lot area of 460 square metres; front yard depth of 4.5 metres; rear yard depth of 7.5 metres; side yard width of 1.2 metres; minimum flankage side yard width of 2.7 metres; maximum building height of 9.0 metres; minimum gross floor area of 100 square metres; maximum of one dwelling unit per lot; maximum lot coverage of 38 percent; minimum one private garage per lot and limitations of garage projections from the front of houses; and, provisions regarding rear yard projections of uncovered steps and platforms. 028 (c) permit recreational facilities and accessory uses on the park block (Block 41); (d) permit resource management, flood and erosion control and pedestrian trail and walkway uses on the open space block (Block 40); and, (e) include appropriate provisions permitting the construction of not more than four model homes. APPI:NDI× Ill PROPOSED A~I=NDMENT TO THE ROUGE PARK NEIGHBOURHOOD DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES O30 AMENDMENT: The Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guidelines to be amended by: Recognizing that a location for a stormwater management pond is not available on the east side of Woodview Avenue and a revised stormwater strategy to direct stormwater from lands north of Finch Avenue near Woodview Avenue to Petticoat Creek is acceptable, replace Section N1.7.1 - Stormwater Management, such that Section N1.7.1 reads as follows: The Tertiary Plan identifies the preferred location of a ,hvc stormwater management pond ~ ~,,,~ ...... , ,-,~ D~*+~ , ~o,,,4o ,,,, +~, .... + °;~'~ "'~: ~/"'""~"; .... ^ ....... Lands east of Petticoat Creek would contribute to the pond located on Ontario Hydro lands on the west side of Altona Road. Detailed siting, engineering and grading plans are required prior to finalization of the sites - reference should be made to the Environmental Master Servicing Plan for additional stormwater management details. Stormwater from lands west of Petticoat Creek will be directed to Petticoat Creek with quality control provided before stormwater outlets into Petticoat Creek. As discussed in the Environmental Master Servicing Plan, there may be a limited opportunity for some lands at the north-west corner of Finch Avenue and Rosebank Road to drain to an existing storm sewer along Rosebank Road. And, Amending the Tertiary Plan to remove the stormwater pond symbol from the east side of Woodview Avenue on lands owned by Hydro One at the north edge of the Hydro Corridor. ATTACHMENT # ~-/ TO ~ s~ L~H ;n,. LINi -- ,,, FINCH AVENUE: Gi~ of Pickoring ~lanning & Dovolopmont Do~artmont PROPERTY DESCRIPTION PART OF LOT 34, CONCESSION 2; PART 1, 40R-11934 APPLICANT NICOU INC. DATE MAR. 18, 2002 DRAWN BY Re APPLICATION No. SP-2002-02; A 09/99(R) SCALE 1:7500 CHECKED BY SG FOR DEPARTMENT USE ONLY PN-14 PA- 03,..° // 2fTiV2A ~' /4ZI IA GOO, Cd z © 0 0 ...J Z i o ~ ~ · / ? / / oo ~ 034 PICKERING ATTACHMENT #, --~ .TO REPORT# PD INFORMATION REPORT NO. 15-02 FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING OF MAY 16, 2002 IN ACCORDANCE WITH TIlE PUBLIC MEETING REQUIREMENTS OF THE PLANNING ACT, 1LS.O. 1990, chapter P.13 SUBJECT: Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2002-02 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 09/99(R) Nicou Inc. South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2 Part 1, 40R-11934 (100 Finch Avenue; north side of Finch Ave., opposite Woodview Ave.) City of Picketing 1.0 PROPERTY LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION - the location of the subject lands is shown on the location map (see Attachment #1); - the subject lands occupy an area ofapproxLmately 8.7 hectares; - the north-west portion of the subject lands is occupied by a wetland; the remainder of the northern portion is occupied by wooded lands; - the subject lands are situated east of Amos Pond, which is within the Rouge Park; to the south are a number of dwellIngs fronting Finch Avenue and Woodview Avenue; to the east is vacant land and a detached dwelling; and to the north are the Canadian Pacific Railway and the York-Durham Sanitary Tnmk sewer. 2.0 APPLICANT'S PROPOSAL 3.0 3.1 to develop 39 lots for detached dwellings with minimum lot frontages ranging from 12 to 16.5 metres and lot depths between 32 and 54.3 metres (see Attachment #2); 29 dwellings fronting the proposed new street and 10 dwellings fronting Finch Avenue; the northern 5.82 hectares as an open space block; a walkway from the proposed new street to the open space block. OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING Durham Regional Official Plan designates the subject lands as Living Area with an identification of an Open Space Linkage, and Major Open Space System with an indication of Environmentally Sensitive Area; Living Area shall be used predominantly for housing purposes; lands designated Major Open Space System shall be used predominantly for conservation, recreation, reforestation, ag-deulture and farm-related uses; environmental features and functions must be preserved and maintained on lands identified as an Open Space Linkage, and adjacent lands, with details provided in the area municipal official plan, in consultation with the Ministry of Natural Resources and the respective conservation authority;, lands identified as Environmentally Sensitive Area (the wetlands) shall be maintained and preserved with the appropriate measures identified by an environmental impact study; Information Report No. 15-02 Page 2 ATTACHMEITI' #~T0 REPORT # PD ¢~ t5 - 0 "~_~_ ....... although the subject applications appear to comply with the land uses permitted by the Durham Regional Official Plan, detailed delineation of the boundaries of the different proposed land uses, and identification of appropriate conditions to ensure preservation of the wetlands will be required;' 035 3.2 Pickering Official Plan & Compendium Document designates the subject lands as Urban Residential Areas - Low Density Areas and Open Space System - Natural Areas wittfim the Rouge Park Neighbourhood; Urban Residential - Low Density Areas may be used for residential uses at a density up to and including 30 dwellings per net hectare; the proposed density of the development is 17 dwellings per net hectare; lands designated Open Space System - Natural Areas may be used for conservation, restoration, environmental protection, education, passive recreation, and similar purposes; Finch Avenue is designated as a Type B Arterial Road in Schedule II to the Picketing Official Plan - the Transportation System; the northern portion of the site is designated in Schedule £II - the Resource Management Schedule, as Shorelines and Stream Corridors (may include hazard lands) Area and as a Wetland Class 3; an Environmental Report must be submitted in order to determine how to satisfy the Picketing Official Plan policy that encourages protection of wetland areas and their inter-related systems of water resources, biotic habitat, natural and cultural heritage and lan&forms; Schedule III identifies the boundary of the Rouge Park to the west of the subject lands; Schedule III also designates parts of the subject lands w/thin the Rouge-Duffins Wildlife Corridor; the function of the Rouge-Duffins Wildlife Corridor as a vegetated connector for species migration must be protected through adoption of appropriate recommendations of an environmental report, to the satisfaction of the City of Pickering; the Rouge Park Neighbourhood policies require the proposal to have regard to the Rouge Park Management Plan, identifies the subject lands as a Detailed Review Area that is governed by the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guidelines, requires an appropriate engineering and environmental component, and requires the provisions of the Environmental Servicing Master Plan to be met; section 11.16 of the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Policies sets the minimum extent of the Open Space System - Natural Areas designation at the southerly drip-line of the existing hedgerow plus 1 metre, with the maximum extent to be determined during the review of related applications; 3.3 Zoning By-law 3036 - the site is zoned "A - Rural Agricultural Zone in Zoning By-law 3036; - this zoning permits residential uses on lots having a minimum lot area of 0.8 hectares, agricultural, recreational, institutional and business uses; - amendment to the zoning by-law is required to implement the applicant's proposal. 4.0 RESULTS OF CIRCULATION 4.1 Resident Comments No written comments have been received to date; 4.2 ,Agency Comments Enbridge Consumers Gas, the City of Toronto, Yeridian Connections, Canada Post and the Durham District School Board have indicated no objections and have also provided certain t0chnical comments (see Attachments # 3 to #7); 036 Information Report No. 15-02 ATTACHMENT #. 23 ,TO Page 3 REPORT # PD,, ~ g' '~ c.> ~ ~ 4.3 Staff Comments Background following the decision on the City's new Official Plan in 1997, the applicant, under the company name Map Realty (on behalf of the Beare Estate), appealed the Open Space -Natural Areas designation on the north-east portion of the subject property; in 1999, the applicant submitted applications to amend the Pickering Official Plan, approve a draft plan of condominium, and rezone the property to permit an intensive residential project; the proposal comprised an adult lifestyle condominium development including 70 bungalow towrahouses, 160 apartment units plus 188-bed assisted-living complex in 10 and 11-storey buildings on'the subject lands (previous file numb ers OPA 99-002/P; 18CDM-99001 and A 9/99); in 2000, the Ontario Municipal Board denied the appeal of Map Realty, and confirmed the designation on the north-east part of the subject lands as Open Space - Natural Area; the Board also added a related Rouge Park Neighbourhood Policy to identify that the minimum extent of the Natural Areas designation on the subject lands is the southerly drip-line of the existing hedgerow plus 1 metre, with the maximum extent of the Natural Areas designation to be determined through the review of a development application; although not part of Official Plan policy, the text of the Board's decision noted that a 50 metre setback should be maintained from the wetland boundary; . based on the Board's decision, it was also determined that the limits of the Rouge-Duffins WzTdlife Corridor would coincide with the limit of the Natural Areas designation; the Board decision effectively precluded the ability of Map Realty to proceed with its original applications; those applications have been withdrawn and are now considered closed; New Submission - supplementary information to the submitted Environmental Report and other technical reports will be required fi:om the applicant to address the following to the City's satisfaction, in consultation with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority: o protection of the wetland and its inter-related ecological systems; o requirements of the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guidelines; o requirements of the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Environmental Master Servicing Plan~ including stormwater quantity and quality control; and . o maintenance of the Rouge-Duffms Wildlife Corridor; staff will give careful consideration to a number of design aspects of the proposed subdivision, including, but not limited to: o whether the number and alignment of driveways for the lots fronting Finch Avenue are appropriate on Finch Avenue; o whether the location of proposed lot #1 and the rear edge of lots #2 to #10provide enough setback from the wetland boundary; and if not, consideration needs to be given as to whether the lots should be shallower and wider in this area; o the need for, and design of, appropriate noise 'attenuation adjacent to Finch Avenue and the Canadian Pacific Railway, following review of the noise impact study submitted by the applicant; and o appropriate stormwater treatment measures; - as an outcome of the previous Board decision, staff will process technical amendments to the Rouge Park Neighbourho0d Development Guidelines and the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Environmental Master Servicing Plan to implement findings of the Ontario Municipal Board. Information Report No. 15-02 Page 4 ATTACHMENT #~TO REPORT # PD_ L~ ~, - ~ _~ 037 6.0 6.1 5.0 PROCEDURAL INFORMATION written comments regarding this proposal should be directed to the Planning & Development Department; oral comments may be made at the Public Information Meeting; all comments received will be noted and used as input in a Planning Report prepared by the Planning & Development Department for a subsequent meeting of Council or a Committee of Council; if a person or public body that files an appeal of a decision of the City of Picker/ng in respect'of the proposed draft plan of subdivision or proposed zoning by-law does not make oral submissions at the public meeting or make written submissions to the City of Picketing before the application is considered, the Ontario Municipal Board may dismiss all or part of the appeal; if you wish to be notified of Council's decision regarding either the proposed plan of subdivision or zoning by-law amendment application, you must request such in writing to the City Clerk. OTHER INFORMATION Appendix I lists the comments received on this proposal at the time that this Information Report was written; 6.2 Information Received full-scale copies of the applicant's submitted plan and the following technical reports are available for viewing at the offices of the City of Picketing Planning & Development Department: · Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Report; · Analysis of Environmental Conditions; · Assessment of Proposed Wetland Buffer. 6.3 Site Landowners the principal of is Nicou Inc. is Pierre Boiron. ORIGINAL SIGNED BY Steve Gaunt, MCIP, RPP Planner II s~/jf Copy: Director, Planning & Development ORIGINAL SIGNED BY Catherine L. Rose Manager, Policy 638 ATTACHMENT #~TO APPENDIX I TO INFORMATION REPORT NO. 15-02 COMMENTING RESIDENTS AND LANDOWNERS (1) None received to date; COM34ENTING AGENCIES (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Durham District School Board; City of Toronto - City Planning Division Canada Post; Veridian Connections; Enbridge Consumers Gas; COMMENTING CITY DEPARTMENTS (1) Planning & Development Department. PICKERINIG Excerpts from Statutory Public Information Meeting Minutes Pursuant to the Planning Act · qTT/~CHME~T #~ TO Thursday, May 16, 2002 REPORT # Pa G-o_~ 7:00 P.M. 039 The Manager, Development Review, provided an overview of the requirements of the Planning Act and the Ontario Municipal Board respecting this meeting and matters under consideration there at. (I) DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION SP-2002-02 ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 09/99(R) NICOU INC. SOUTH PART OF LOT 34, CONCESSION 2 PART 1, 40R-11934 (100 FINCH AVENUE; NORTH SIDE OF FINCH AVENUE, OPPOSITE WOODVIEW AVENUE) 5o Steve Gaunt, Planner II, provided an explanation of the application, as outlined in Information Report #15-02. Brice Jordan, Planning Consultant, speaking on behalf of the applicant, advised that the east side of the road is open for future development and that the lots backing onto the woodlot provide a one metre setback Ottis Stock, 1960 Wo0dview Ave., questioned if the services will be brought up Woodview Ave. or along Finch Ave. Norman Collier, 2825 York-Durham Line, stated his concem with respect to how this development will affect Amos Pond. He questioned if the proposed homes will have basements and if so will sump pumps be required, will this development cause too much congestion and will hockey still be allowed on the pond. He stated that this development will influence whether the present wildlife remain in the woodlot. Wendy McCullough, 1800 Woodview Ave., stated that since development has occurred in the area there are no more deer tracks. She also stated that 30' and 40' lots have appeared where 50' lots should have been. She stated her objection to this development and anY development around Amos Pond. Bonnie Littley, 1499 Sandhurst Cres. advised that this land should not be development and she concurs with the comments of the previous speaker. Brice Jordan, Planning Consultant, speaking on behalf of the applicant, advised that the storm and sanitary sewers will be coming up Woodview Ave. The final Environmental Impacts and Impact Study were submitted today and the Environmental Consultant stated that the wildlife corridor runs east to west and is also the frog corridor. This area drains away fi:om Amos Pond and is above the water level. O4O ATTACHMEi~IT #~' TO REPORT # PD_ ~ ~ cb)~ Save the Rouge Valley System Mailing Address: P.O. Box 88005, Cliffcrest Plaza, 2975 Kingston Rd. Scarborough, Ontario, M1M 3W1 Tel. (416) 282-9983 Fax.(416) 282-5231 May 14, 2002 To: Mayor and Members of Council City of Pickering P.O. Box 300 One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario LIV 6K9 905-420-7648 Re: Request to Incorporate Save the Rouge recommendations into planning for Draft Plan of Subdivision SP-2002-02 Zoning By~law aol~lication A-09/99 R South Part of Lot 34 Concession 2 - Rouge Park Neighbourhood Landq Dear Mayor and Members of Council, Please consider this letter as a formal request to adopt and incorporate the following recommendations regarding this development proposal. This request should be viewed as part of our formal input into the planning process for consideration of new zoning for these lands as per section 34 of the Planning Act. We request that the City support the following recommendations: 1) That staff be directed to pursue a land exchange and/or fee simple acquisition for the remaining portions of this property. In our opinion, protection of remaining unprotected lands on this property in public ownership would be an outstanding contribution to the City of Pickering Park's system and the Rouge Park in Pickering. 2) That staff also be directed to investigate unit transfer as recommended in the April 10, 2000 Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guidelines to other portions of the Pickering community as a means to offset costs of fee simple acquisition or land exchange. 3) That staff request the Rouge Park Alliance to provide assistance and support for efforts to acquire the remaining unprotected portions of this property. 4) That staff be directed to meet with Nicous Inc. and Save the Rouge representatives to discuss the details of this proposal and the contents of the required environmental report(s). 5) That staff be directed to ensure that this proposal is consistent with OMB Decision Order 1548 Oct, 23, 2000 which required a minimum 50m buffer from the wetland boundary on the site. Our preliminary review suggests that this minimum buffer is not met for all portions of this site. 6) That staff be directed to ensure that City of Pickering Rouge Park Neighbourhood Environmental Master Servicing Plan recommendations are being followed. This includes requirements for larger buffers when woodlands are near wetlands. 7) ATiAGH~/IENi #_~ .......TO That staff be directed to examine the opportunity of applying a minimum 30 m setback from th ' tree line of the woodland portions of the property to the rear yard lot lines of any potential development. A 30m vegetated setback from the tree line is supported as a minimum standard for environmentally sensitive areas including the Oak Ridges Moraine and the Rouge Park North and should also apply to this equally environmentally sensitive community in Pickering. 8) That the City investigate additional opportunities for fill removal, plantings, natural fencing and other measures as recommended in the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Environmental Master Servicing Plan. 9) That MNR be formally requested to provide detailed comments to the City on this proposal prior to any decision on this matter. lO) That this area be planned to allow the persistence and viability of the following species that have been found in this area in the past and are the focus of protection and restoration efforts: Avian: Great Blue Heron, Wood Duck, Pied Billed Grebe, Terrestrial Mammals: Mink, Beaver, Snowshoe Hare Amphibians: Wood Frog, Blue Spotted Salamander, Spring Peeper 11) That staff review and incorporate recommendations on the protection of Amphibians, their habitat, and migration routes on this site prior to making .any decision on this application. 12) That Save the Rouge be notified by letter at the address above or by phone at 416-282-9983 a minimum two weeks in advance of any public or City of Picketing facilitated meeting related this application. The adoption of these recommendations will ensure that the ecosystem functions of these lands are not compromised and will assist in upholding the City of Pickering% earlier commitment to maintaining the environmentally sensitive character of the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Community. Our recommendations also reflect the findings and defensible scientific directions of the recent OMB decision on these lands and on lands adjacent to the Rouge Park in other communities. Please contact me at 416-261-5364 if you would like to meet to discuss any of these recommendations in more detail. We look forward to working closely with the City of Pickering to ensure permanent protection of the Amos Pond, the Rouge-Duffins Wildlife Corridor and Rouge Park in Pickering. Yours sincerely, Glenn De Baeremaeker President, Save the Rouge Valley System Inc. CC: Hon. Janet Ecker, MPP Picketing Fax: 416-325-2608 Mr. Russell White, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Fax: 416-661-6898 Mr. Louis Yeager, Rouge Park Alliance Fax: 905-713-6028 Ms. Ramani Nadaraja, Counsel, Canadian Environmental Law Association, Fax: 416-960-9392 Ms. Theresa Fancy, Ministry of Natural Resources Aurora District Office, Fax: 905-713-7361 The Regional Municipality of Durham Planning Depai'tment 1615 DUNDAS ST.E. 4TH FLOOR, LANG TOWER' WEST BUILDING P.O. BOX 623 WHI.TBY, ON L{N 6A3 (905) 728-7731 August.9,2002 ATTACHMENT REPORT ~ PD Mr. N~ Carroll Director of .Planning · Planning Department City of Pickering 1 The Esplanade Picketing, Ont. L1V 6K7 Dear Mr. Carroll: Re: RECEIVED AU$1 3'2002 CITY OF.PICKERING PLANNING AND. DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Regional Review Of an Application for Plan of SubdivisiOn File NO.: S-P,2002-0.2 Cross Ref.: 'Zo'ning By-lawAmendmentApplicati0n A09/99 Applicant: Nicou Incorporated Location: Part' Lot 3.4, Concession 2 Municipality: City of Pickering (905) 436-6612 kNw. reaion.durham.on.ca. A~L. Georgieff; MCIP, RPP Commiss oner of Planning This application has been reviewed by the Region and the following comments are offered With respect to· the Durham Regional Official Plan, Provincial policies, and the proposed method of servicing. Official Plan ConfOrmity The subject property is located.within the "Living Area":and "Major Open Space" designations in the Durl'iam Regional Official Plan. The area of the development is to take place within the'Living Area .designation.. 'The predominant use.of land within .the Living Area designation is for residential purposes. The property is also in proximity to. the Open Space Lihkage,' known 'as the Rouge-Duffins Wildlife Corridor, which consists of .natural. areas and.features in order to provide for the migration.of flora 'and fa'una..'Further, the Regional Official Plan also indicates an Environmentally Sensitive Area inthe Major Open Space.portion of the property. According to Policy 2.3.17 of the Plan, an Environmental Impact Study is required and shall address, among other matters, the degree of sensitivity of the present environmental cond!tions, an assessment of'cumulative impacts, and the need for mitigating measures. Provincial Interests and Delegated Review Responsibilitier The subject lands have been assessed as having a high archaeoJ0gical potential dueto the proximity of a tributary of the Petticoat Creek: .The property also appears to contain 'an identified archaeological site. An archaeological assessment will be necessary. A sufficient buffer shou'ld 'be incorporated from the development area 1~o protect the nearby Townline Swamp Complex, a Provincially Significant Wetland', from any potential adverse impacts: Also, there may be impacts on the various environmental features and functions of.the Rouge~Duffins Wildlife Corridor immediately adjacent to. the proposed subdiviSion development. An Environmental Assessment.is required to investigate the' .potential for impacts on the Wetland and wildlife corridor. " ' 100% Post Consumer The subject lands are located approximately 450 metres to the.east of the Beare Road LandfillSite. 'Information is required to ensure that, the influence area 'of the landfill ,site does not adversely affect the proposed .residential use, or cause risk tO.health and'safety, or whether remedial measures are necessary. The submitted noise i, eport,.PrePared by Sernas Associates, addresses noise impact on'the proposed' residential development from FinCh Avenue and the nearbyC.P.R. ApproPriate noise barriers and'warningclaUsesare recommended ifor this developmen, t. The study was prepared in'accordance with Provincial Criteria and. Regional policy. A Phase 1 Envirc~nmental Site Assessment was prepared by AngUs Environmental Limited for the subject property. The assessment 'indicated. that.envirOnmental'conditions at the site are considered, to'be satisfactory 'and thatno evidence of actual:contamination was encountered. The development of the site would be suitable for residential purposes. There are no other'provincial interests .or delegated-review responsibilities apPlicable to this application.. Municipal Water Supply.and Sanitary sewer Service " MuniciPal water supply .can be provided 'to the. subject development from an existing 250mm. diameter Watermain on FinCh Avenue. ' Sanitary sewerservice is presently'no( 'available. The provision of Sanitary sewers will require the. extension of sanitary sewers on Wo0dview Avenue for a distance of approXimately 700 metres to Finch Avenue. This extension would be at tl~e Developer's cost, as the'subject site is considered non-sequentia. Based. on the foregoing, the Region has no objection to draft approval of this plan. The attached conditions of approval are to be satisfied prior.to clearance by the Region fdr registration of this plan. Please call Richard. Szarek, Planner, if.You should have any questions. Yours' truly., ~ Blair, M.C.ilP., R.P.P.. Director, Current Operations Branch Attach: Conditions of Dr~aft ApproVal cc: Nicou Incorporated The: Sernas Group .Regional Works Department N:~p m\rs\s-p-2002-02comm'ents.doc, 044 Attachment to letter dated: ATTACHMENT t¢~TO REPORT # PDt_.__ August 9, 2002 Re: Plan of Subdivision S-P-2002-02 Nicou Incorporated City of Pickering RECEIVED AUG 2 8 2002 CITY OF PICKERING PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Region of Durham Conditions of Draft Approval The Owner shall prepare the final plan on the basis of the approved draft plan of subdivision prepared by G.M. Sernas & Associates, identified as Project Number 01269, dated January, 2002, which illustrates 39 lots for single detached dwellings, an open space block, a walkway, a roadway, a road widening, and 0.3m. reserves. The Owner shall name any road allowances included Within this plan to the satisfaction of the Regional Municipality of Durham. The Owner shall grant to the Region, any easements required t° provide Regional services for this development and these easements shall be in locations and of such widths as determined by the Region. The Owner shall submit plans showing any proposed phasing to the Region for review and approval, if this plan is to be developed through more than one registration. The Owner shall provide for the extension of such sanitary sewer and water supply facilities which are external to, as well as within, the limits of this plan that are required to service this plan. In addition, the Owner shall provide for the extension of sanitary sewer and water supply facilities within the limits of the plan which are required to service other developments external to this plan. Such sanitary sewer and water facilities are to be designed and constructed according to the standards and requirements of the Regional Municipality of Durham. All arrangements, financial and otherwise, for said extensions, are to be made to the satisfaction of the Regional Municipality of Durham, and are to be completed prior to final approval. Prior to entering into a subdivision agreement, the Regional Municipality of Durham shall be satisfied that adequate water pollution control plant and water supply plant capacities are available for the proposed subdivision. The Owner shall satisfy all requirements, financial and otherwise, of the Regional Municipality of Durham. This shall include, among others, the execution of a subdivision agreement between the Owner and the Region concerning the provision and installation of sanitary sewers, water supply, roads and other regional services. The Owner shall agree in the City of Pickering Subdivision Agreement to implement the recommendations of the report entitled, "Noise Impact Study", prepared by G.M. Sernas and Associates Limited, dated March 7, 2002, which specifies noise attenuation measures for the development. The measures shall be included in the subdivision agreement and must also contain a full and complete reference to the noise report (i.e. author, title, date and any revisions/addenda) and shall include any required warning clauses identified in the study. The Owner shall provide the Region with a copy of the subdivision agreement containing such provisions prior to final approval of the plan. The Owner shall carry out a cultural heritage resource assessment of the subject property and mitigation and/or salvage excavation of any significant heritage resources to the satisfaction of the Regulatory and Operations Group of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Recreation. No grading or other soil disturbance shall take place on the subject property prior to a letter of clearance from the Regulatory and Operations Group of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Recreation. 045 H:~-4\s-p-2002-02 conditions TORONTO AND REGION o onserva tlon for The Living City October 28, 2002 BY FAX AND MAIL ATTACHMENT #_ 7 TO REPORT # PD,___,~~_ CiTY OF pIGKF_.RING XREF CFN 30323 pICKERING, ONTARIO Mr. Steve Gaunt City of Pickering Planning and Development Department Pickering 'Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario L1V 6K7 CITY OF PICKERING PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Dear Mr.. Gaunt: Re: Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2002-02 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 09/99 (R2) Nicou Incorporated South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2 Pad 1, 40R11934 102-198 Finch Avenue City of Pickering We acknowledge receipt of the above noted application and wish to offer the following comments. Authority staff understand that the above noted applications are to permit the development of a 39 residential lot subdivision, fronting on either Finch Avenue or Street "A", involving a rezoning to recognize the proposed residential use and the natural features on the subject property. The northern portion of the subject property is heavily vegetated and forms a link between Amos Pond to the west and Petticoat Creek to the east. This area has been identified as part of the Duffins Corr'aor, the boundaries of which have been recognized in the City of Pickering's Official Plan. The northwestern part of the property is located partially within the Townline Swamp wetland, being a Provincially Significant Wetalnd, the boundaries of which have previously been defined by MNR and TRCA staff in conjunction with a previous Plan of Condominium, File 18CDM-99001. These lands were also subject of a recent Ontario Municipal Board decision, whereby the OMB recognized'that the wetland had to be protected and identified the limits of the Rouge Duffins corridor as being the forested area along the north side of the subject property, from the wetland eastward to Petticoat Creek. As such, the Board stated "any proposed residential development should be located to the south of this tree line with at least a 50 metre wide buffer, from the agreed upon wetlands boundary line". Staff note that the proposed residential development, as illustrated on the Draft Plan prepared bY G.M. Sernas & Associates, dated Janua. ry 2002, is located outside of the wetland, however; Lots 1 to 8, do not maintain the required 50 metre buffer. The OMB also amended the OP to indicate that the Open SpaCe boundary (for the upland forest along the north and northeastern portions of the site), should be the dripline plus a minimum I metre distance. The Draft Plan appears to satisfy this requirement. ...... E;\PRS\C0rresp\PICKERIN\2002\nicc~u.wpd ~ 5 Shoreham Drive, Dc)wnsview, Ontario M3N 154 (416) 661-6600 FAX 661-6898 www. trca.on.ca ~'~. Mr. Steve Gaunt ATTACHMENT #~TO REPORT ,¢ PD- ~ '- ~ _~ '2- October 28, 2002 Please be advised that Authority staff have recently reviewed an Environmental Impact Study prepared by Gartner Lee Limited, dated May 10, 2002 which addresses the potential impacts of the proposed development onthe wetland feature and Duffins Rouge corridor. While Authority staff generally concur with the report's analysis and recommendations, we have concerns with the report's recommendation that natural regeneration be allowed to occur in the buffer area, as the report had previously noted that invasive species could pose a problem if left to regenerate in the field areas. Authority staff therefore, request that some active regeneration/restoration/management of the buffer shouio be undertaken in order to reduce the invasion of problem species. The report also recommends that a construction barrier fence be installed along the rear of Lots 1 to 26, and the west side of Lot 1. Authority staff request that this fence also serve as a sediment control fence andbe designed as .such. Authority staff note that the ElS does not include details on surface and subsurface drainage as it relates to the proposed development, nor does the subdivision plan illustrate the proposed grading or drainage for the proposed lots. In this regard, the Authority requests submission of site grading and drainage plans, and information relating to how the recommendations of the ElS will be addressed with respect to the provision for infiltration BMPs, The Authority has concerns with the proposed development, noting that all lots do not respect the required 50 metre development setback from the wetland, and as such cannot support this current application. We suggest that a redesign of the lots be conducted which recognizes the buffer requirements and that the revised lot layout be submitted for our review and approval. By copy of this letter, we wish to advise the applicant of our concerns and comments. We trust this is satisfactory. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned. Yours truly, Nora Jamieson Acting Plans Analyst Development Services Section Extension 5259 NJ/ CC: Mr. Richard Szarek, Planning Dept.; Region of Durham G.M. Sernas & Associates F:\PRS\Corresp\PICKERIN\2002\nicou,wpd ~.~ TORONTO AND REGION onserva on for The Living City March 17, 2003 Mr. Ross Pyro City of Pickering Pickering Oivic Centre One The Esplanade Picketing, Ontario L1V 6K7 Dear Mr. Pym: Re: Plan of Subdivision SP-2002-02 100 Finch Avenue City of Pickering (Nicou Incorporated) ATTACHMENT# ¢~ TO FIEPORT # PD~ OITY OF P!CKEFiING CFN 33826 FICKERING, ONTARIO ECE VED I AR 2 2OO3 CITY OF P ICK~RING PL.ANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT We acknowledge receiPt of the above application and offer the following comments. TRCA staff recently received a preliminary stormwater management and servicing report and an environmental impact study from the applicant's representatives. We have now had an opportunity to review the reports and offer the following comments. Staff are generally satisfied with. the recommendations of the restoration plan proposed by Gartner Lee Limited. These recommendations need to be applied at the time of construction and should not be simply referenced as possibilities (i.e., Should do or could do as stated in the report) with no confirmation of their implementation at the time of construction. Therefore staff will attach a condition of draft plan approval which will require the applicant to undertake the recommendations of the report to the satisfaction of the TRCA. The Rouge Park Neighbourhood MESP identified a stormwater pond to service this development parcel (i.e., the Woodview Facility). This pond is not built yet, therefOre, the applicant and the municipality must consider the construction of the pond and all necessary connections (i.e., storm sewer down Woodview). The alternative option is to provide an interim solution on the site that would deal with stormwater quality and erosion controls (i.e., possibly a stormceptor and an enhanced outlet from the storm sewers - mirco pools etc.). This interim solution would' have to fit into the ultimate solution of the stormwater pond in accordance with the MESP. TRCA staff will need to review the details of each option and. prior to the start of grading on the site. We note that permits will be required under Ontario Regulation for any proposed connection to Petticoat Creek. The applicant has indicated verbally that they intend to build the pond and meet the requirements of the MESP. Staff will require to review the details. Usually we get the details on the pond prior t° draft Plan approval, however given the applicant has committed to their submission and given that their provision should not significantly alter the. proposed 'plan of subdivision, we are Prepared to address this requirement as a cOndition of approval:' Please recognise that an addendum to the MESP identified that water quantity controls for the 2 through 100 year storms are not required for this area (or pond), which is contrary to the Mr. Ross Pyro REPORT ,~. '2- O49 March 17, 2003 original MESP. Level 1 water quality and the specific erosion control requirements stated in the original MESP are still valid, and the pond should be designed for them. The applicant has noted in the SWM report, the intention, to use temporary erosion and siltation control pond during the construction period. The applicant should be aware that the TRCA has new criteria on temporary ponds, and that they should be sized for 125 m3/ha active storage as well as for 125 m3/ha permanent pool storage. It appears that the stormwater management report promotes the use of swales along rear and side yards. While the location is not shown we note that if the swales are proposed within the buffer, restoration plans proposed by Gartner Lee Limited should include recommendations for enhancements recognizing the proposed swales. Given the above we provide the following condition of draft approval: Prior to the initiation of grading and odor to the registration of this plan or any phase thereof, that the owner shall submit for the review and approval of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, (TRCA), the following: (A) a detailed report that describes the storm drainage system for the proposed development of the subject lands. This report should include: details illustrating how the' requirements of the approved Master Environmental Servicing Plan for the Rouge Park Neighbourhood would be satisfied. plans illustrating how this drainage system will tie into surrounding drainage systems, ie. Is it part of an overall drainage scheme? HOw will external flows be accommodated? What is design capacity of the receiving system? stormwater management techniques which may be required to control minor or major flows; proposed methods for controlling or minimizing erosion and siltation on- site and in downstream areas during and after construction; location and description of all outlets and other facilities which may require permits under Ontario Regulation 158. That the plan be red line revised as necessary to undertake Condition I as noted above. F:\PRS\Corresp\PICKERIN\2003\cfn33826.wpd /cont'd.,. 050 Mr. Ross Pym A'Ft'ACHMENT ¢~~T0 REPOR? # PD_~ - 3 - March 17, 200R That prior to the final registration of this plan, the owner enter into an agreement with either the TRCA or the City of Pickering with respect to the acquisition of the open space lands. ,, o Prior to the final registration of the plan that the applicant undertake the recommendations of the Environmental Impact Study prepared by Gartner Lee Limited dated May 2002, to the satisfaction of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. That the owner agree in the subdivision agreement, in wording acceptable to the TRCA: to carry out, or cause to be carried out, to the satisfaction of the TRCA, the recommendations referred to in the report(s), as required in Conditions 1 and 4 above. (B) to obtain a permit for the works described in Condition I above. (c) to erect a permanent chain link fence between the open space lands and the limit of development to the satisfaction of the TRCA. In order to expedite the clearance of the plan of subdivision, we request that a copy of the signed subdivision agreement be forwarded to this Authority. We trust that this is of assistance. If you have any questions please contact the undersigned at ext 5306. Yours truly, Senior Planner Develcpment Services Section Ext. 5306 cc: Mr. Pierre Boiron, Nicou Inc. F:\PRS\Corresp\PICKERIN\2003\cfn33826.wpd ~~ ORONTO AND R£GIO onserva n for The Living City September 5, 2003 RECEIVED SEP I 0 2O03 CiTY OF PICKERING PL&NNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT REPI:)RT ~' PD CFN 33826 X-ref CFN 30323.A BY FAX (905-420-7648) AND MAIL Mr. Steve Gaunt Planning and Development Department City of Pickering Pickering Civic Complex One The Esaplanade Pickering, ON LlV 6K7 1 0 ZOO3 j?,, C~T¥ OF PIOK.ERlh!G PICKERING, ONTARIO Dear Mr. Gaunt: Re: Draft Plan of Subdivision SP-2002-02 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 09/99 (R2) 102-192 Finch Avenue South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2 Part 1, Plan 40R-11934 City of Pickering, Durham Region (Nicou Incorporated) This letter follows receipt of a Preliminary Servicing and Stormwater Management (SWM) Report, prepared by RG Robinson and Associates Ltd., for the Rouge Park Residential Subdivision at 102- 198 Finch Avenue, in the City of Pickering on July 11,2003. The applicant, Nicou Incorporated proposes to develop a 5.8 ha site with a 39-1ot residential subdivision. Staff at the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has had an opportunity to review the above submitted document and offers the following comments: SWM On-Site Measures: Generally, the proposed strategy to address stormwater management through on-site measures is considered acceptable given that Hydro One will not permit the construction of a SWM facility within their lands to service the subject site (as. recommended in the Rouge Neighbourhood MESP) Infiltration Swales: The use of infiltration swales to capture rear yard and roof drainage will promote recharge to the shallow groundwater system as well as assist in reducing storm sewer flows and the potential for in-stream erosion. Notwithstanding, it is recOmmended that the design ofthe swales be enhanced, where feasible, to include a 1 m bottom width as well as large sub-surface infiltration component' (e.g., 0.5 m deep) that should be protected with filter fabric/geotextile. Oil and Grit separators: The use of oil and grit separators(OGS) to address water quality, is typically not recommended given that the proposed land use is residential. However, in light of the limited opportunities to address water quality, this type of mitigation measure would be deemed acceptable. To further support the use of an OGS, it is recommended that a larger unit(s), sized for Level 1 treatment, be ~,-*,..EABBS~Kevi~-20,~Bu bJic.~33826,C c~mm ents,,w, pd ...................... $ Shoreham Drive, Downsview, Ontario M3N 154 (416) 661-6600 FAX 661-6898 www. trca.on.ca 5 ATTACHMENT REPORT# PD Steve Gaunt - 2 - September 5, 2003. installed on Finch Avenue immediately upstream of the out-fall structure. The intent would be to provide treatment for not only the proPosed subdiviSion but also Finch Avenue subsequent to future roadway urbanization as noted in the report (i.e., connect to storm sewer). This would result in a net benefit by providing additional water quality treatment for a portion of Finch Avenue that currently outlets to Petticoat Creek with no controls. Further Details: It should be noted that additional details will be required as part of the subsequent detailed design and permit submission including storm outlet details as well as a sediment and erosion control plan as indicated in the report. We trust these comments are of assistance. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Kevin Huang at extension 5307 or the undersigned. Yours ~uly, Senior Planner Development Services Section Extension 5306 /KH C.C,: D. Dodwell, RG Robinson (Fax: 1-705-734-0764) Richard Szarek, Region of Durham (Fax: 1-905-436-6612) Kevin Huang, TRCA F:\PRS\Kevin307~Public\33826 Comments.wpd Rouge Park July 22, 2002 The Rouge Park Alliance Rouge Park 50 Bloomington Road West Aurora, ON L4G3G8 Tel: (905) 713-6038 Fax: (905) 713-6028 O53 Steve Gaunt, MCIP, RPP Planner II. Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Picketing, ON L1V 6K7 · APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF A PLAN OF SUBDMS!ON FILE NUMBER SP-2002-02 Dear Mr. Gaunt, The Rouge park Alliance appreciates the opportunity to comment on the plan approval as described above. As one of our partners the Toronto Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) review land use proposals and officially comment on our behalf. We support the decisions and comments forwarded to you by the TRCA regarding the above proposal. In particularity we are in agreement that the fifty metre setback established at the previous Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) heating for this site be adhered to. Additionally we are supportive of the concept of restricted access to the wetland complex for the future neighbourhood in the detailed design phase. The construction of fences to ~decrease access will be of benefit to the sensitive wildlife found in a Provincially Significant Wetland. If approved we would also like to encourage the idea of providing an educational package to the'future occupants of the neighbourhood and woUld be interested in assisting with this in any way we Can. Once again thank you for the opportunity to provide comment on this issue and we look forward to your response. It would also be appreciated if information on further activity or decisions regarding this plan continue to be forwarded to the Rouge Park. Sincerelyl Lewis Y, eagef, General Manager, Rouge Park C, 54 DELIVERY PLANNING 1860 MIDLAND AVE 2ND FL. SCARBOROUGH ON M1P 5Al April12,2002 Steve Gaunt Planning & Development Department City of Picketing 1 The Esplanade Picketing On L1V 6K7 Dear Mr. Gaunt, ATTACHMENT ,~~TO REPORT# PD~ - q3 ....... RECEIVED APR 1 5 2002 CITY OF PiCKERING PLANNING AND D__~EVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT ~16)285-5385(T) (416)285-7624(F) APR '/5 Z00Z CiTY OF PICKERING PIOKERING, ONTARIO Application for Approval of a Plan of Subdivision SP-2002-02 Applicant: NICOU Inc. Part of Lot 34,Concession 2, Part 1, Plan 40R-11934 (North side of Finch Ave, opposite Woodview Avenue) City of Picketing Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the above noted plan. As a condition of draft approval, Canada Post requires that the owner/developer comply with the following conditions: - The owner/developer agrees to include on all offers of purchase and sale, a statement which advises the prospective purchaser that mail delivery will be from a designated Community Mailbox. - The owner/developer will be responsible for notifying the purchaser of the exact Community Mailbox locations prior to the closing of any home sale. - The owner/developer will consult with Canada Post Corporation to determine suitable locations for the placement of Community Mailbox and to indicate these locations on the appropriate servicing plans. -The owner/developer will provide the following for each Community Mailbox site and include these requirements on the appropriate servicing plans: - An appropriately sized sidewalk section (concrete pad) as per municipal standards, to place the Community Mailboxes on. - Any required walkway across the boulevard, as per municipal standards. DELIVERY PLANNING 1860 MIDLAND AVE 2ND FL. SCARBOROUGH ON M1P 5Al ATIAOHI~v~EN7 #_/_..~/_ TO (416) 285-5385 (T) (416) 285-7624 (F) 055 -Any required curb depressions for wheelchair access. The owner/developer further agrees to determine and provide a suitable temporary Community Mailbox location(s), which may be utilized by Canada Post until the curbs, sidewalks and final grading have been completed at the permanent Community Mailbox locations. This will enable Canada Post to provide mail delivery to new residence as soon as the homes are occupied. I trust that this information is sufficient, however, should you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me the above number or mailing address. Sincerely, Debbie Greenwood Delivery Planner a:utHdraw, sam REPORT # PD,~_._....~, - o ?> 500 Elgin Mills Road East Richmond Hill Ontario L4C 5Gl 2002-04-22 STEVE GAUNT - PLANNER CITY OF PICKERING ONE THE ESPLANADE PICKERING ON L1V 6K7 Dear Sirs UU APR 2 6 21]02 L~- Consumers Gas CITY OF PICKERING '""~'~RING, ONTARIO RECEIVED APR 2 6 2002 CITY OF PICKERING PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Re: APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF PLAN OF SUBDIVISION PICKERING FILE NO. SP-2002-02 It is requested that the following conditions be included in the subdivision agreement. The owner is to corordinate the preparation of an overall utility distribution plan to the satisfaction of all effected authorities. Streets are to be constructed in accordance with the municipal standards. The owner shall grade all streets to final elevation prior to the installation of the gas lines, and provide the necessary field survey, information required for the installation of the gas lines, all to the satisfaction of Enbridge Consumers Gas. All of the natUral gas distribution system will be installed within the proposed road allowances therefore easements will not be required. Yours Truly, Planning Supervisor (905) 883-2613 HW/swc ATt'ACH~JENI #_ /3. TO MAY 31 288;' 14:31 FR CPA REAL ESTATE 416 595 3112 TO 91985428?648 CANADIAN RealEs:ate Suite 200 . ~A i LWAY To~n~ On~o MSJ ITl May SI, 2002 City of Pickering Planning & Development Department Picketing Civic Complex One The Esplanade Picketing, Ontario' L1V $K7 RECEIVED 2002 CITY OF PIC~/,ERING PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT FAX (g05) 420-7648 Attention: Steve Gaun~ Dear Sir, Re: Dratt Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2002-O2 Zoning By-Law Amendment APplication A 09/99(R2) Nicou Incorporated P. O1/O1 Fax (416) 595-3112 This is in reference to your circulation of April 25, 2002 mgan:ling the above-mentioned applications. We have reviewed the proposed development and reques[ that the following requirements be included as Conditions of Draft Plan Appmvah 1, Dwe~t~gs mu~t be ~onstructed such that the t/~rerlor n~sa level meet the c#te/ta of ~he appmpSate Ml~lsfly. A elapse shegl~ bo i~sertedin a# offer~ t~ pumhase, agreemen~ of sale and purchase or lease and I~ the ~e deed ~r lease of eaeh dWel~g, warr~g prospective purehase~ or tenan~ of* ~he ex~ence of Ra~wsy's epera~g right-of-way; the possi~ of ai~e~a#ens inclu~g ~ I~ that the Raflway may expend i~ oper~one, which expat~t~ may affeot the ~g envi~nmen~ of the resident~ the Inclusion e~n~ a~d ~ ~nua~g ~ms in ~e d~n of~e ~n and l~ ~nd ~at ~a R~ay ~ nat ~ m~ ~r ~m~ ~ d~ ad~ ~m ~e u~ of We would appreciate being cimulated with all futura correspondence related to this application. Yours truly, Orest Rojik Area t~enag~ surest .O57 ~< TOTAL PAGE.01 THE DURHAM DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Facilities Services 400 Taunton Road East Whitby, Ontario L1R 2K6 Tel~ Jne: [905) 666-5500 1-800-265-3968 Fax: 1905) 666-6439 April 29, 2002 The City of Picketing Planning Department Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Picketing, Ontario L1V 6K7 ATI'AOHMEN? #_/Z//' TO REPORI # PD ~....~~ NAY-- 1 2002 RECEIVED MAY D l 2002 ~TY OF PIOKERING [ PICKERtNG, ONTARIO Attention: Steve Gaunt Dear Mr. Gau..n& RE: Draft Plan of Subdivision Application S-P-2002-02 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A09/00(R2) NICOU Incorporated South Part of Lot 34, Concession II Part 1, 40R-11934 102-198 Finch Avenue (North side of Finch Avenue, opposite Woodview Avenue) City of Pickering Staff has reviewed the information on the above noted application mad has the following comments... Approximately 20 elementary pupils could be generated by the above noted application. It is intended that any pupils generated by the above noted plan of subdivision, be accommodated within an existing school facility. Under the mandate of the Durham District School Board, staff has no objections. Yours truly, Christine Nm~cekivetl, Planner I:\PROPLAN\DATA\PLNG\SUB\S P2002-02a Catholic Education: Learning & Living in Faith May 16, 2002 Steve Gaunt, Planner II Planning and Development Department City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 ~Y I 7 2002 CiTY OF PICKER~NG PLANNING AND DEVF. LOPM~qT Q,~. PAR T,M~NT Dear Mr. Gaunt, RE: Draft Plan of Subdivision S-P-2002-02 NICOU Inc. Part of Lot 34, Concession 2, Part 1, Plan 40R-11934 City of Pickering At the Regular Board Meeting of Monday, May 13, 2002, the following motion was approved: "THAT the Durham Catholic District School Board indicate in its comments to the City of Picketing that the Board has no objection to Plan of Subdivision S-P-2002-02." Sincerely yours, Gerry O'Neill Controller of Planning and Admissions GON:AD:ad ©6O Urban Development Services ATTACHMENT# /6 TO REPORT # PD~ City Planning Division Ted Tyndorf, Director Community Planning, East District Tel: (416) 396-7006 Paula M. Dill, Commissioner Scarborough Civic Centre 150 Borough Drive Toronto, Ontario A/I1P 4N7 Fax: (416) 396-4265 April 8, 2002 Mr. Steve Gaunt, Planner II City of Picketing Planning'& Development Department Picketing Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering ON L1V 6K7 Dear Mr. Gaunt: RECEIVED APR ? 0 20O2 CITY OF PICKERING PLANNING AND Re: Application for Approval of a Plan of Subdivision City of Picketing File No: SP-2002-02 Applicant: NICOU Inc. Part of Lot 34, Concession 2, Part 1, Plan 40R-11934 (North side of Finch Avenue, Opposite Woodview Avenue) City of Pickering This is in response to your circulation letter of March 25, 2002. The City of Toronto has no comment with regard to this application. · ector, Communit~l~lanning, East District TT:ci ,TO REPORT # PD . ~ 6 - o_'~ 061 NO.: S?-2002-02 SUBMISSION DAT~: Ma~ch 25, 2002 Vctidia~ Cormect~o,as has iao objection to the p~opo~ed development ]?12ase fox'ward a copy of ftrst submissio~ ~ivil demign so that a design md servicing proposal mn be ~omplct~& TecJa~cul Representative - F~c~ R ulnlng~:r Telephone 427-9870 E~. 3255 PP/dr 8ubdJ~ - ~n~ A~ug, opp~ito Wo~ Av~c,dOC , '62 ATTACHME[~I # /8 TO REPOR'f # OPERATIONS & EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT MUNIC~AL PROPERTY & ENGINEERING DIVISION MEMORANDUM May 30, 2002 To: From: Subject: Steve Gmmt Planner H · Richard Holborn, P. Eng. Division Head, Municipal Property & Engineering Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2002-02 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 09/99(R2) Nicou Incorporated South Part of Lot 34, ConCession 2 Part 1, 40R11934 102-198 Finch Avenue City of Pickering The Municipal Property & Engineering Division is in receipt of the above noted draft plan of subdivision. I provide the following comments. 1. Tree preservation and edge management reports/plans are required. 2. An open space block should be provided to counect to future trail system. 3. A park block is required. 4. We require to review detailed engineering drawings. RH:ds // Copy: Director, Operations & Emergency Services I:kSITEPLAN\SP-2002-02.docJun.02 Date: To: ATTACHUL~T ~~TO REPORT ~ PD_ .~ K~ - o 3 Interdepartmental Memorandum Operations and Emergency Services Fire Prevention Tuesday, May 07, 2002 Steve Gaunt Planner 11 From: Rex Heath Fire Prevention Officer Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2002-02 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 09/99 (R2) Nicou Incorporated South Part' of Lot 34, Concession 2 Part 1, 40R11934 102 - 198 Finch Avenue City of Picketing .063 Steve: This department has reviewed the applicant's proposal to develop 39 lots with minimum lot frontages ranging from 12 to 16.5 meters and provides no objectionable comments at this time. We would appreciate reviewing the site design of the subdivision Upon submission of the drawings. Regards, Rex Heath, Fire Prevention Officer PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT D .... EPA~j MEN ~ Janua~ 21,2003 To: Steve Gaunt Planner Il From Robert S'tarr- Supen/isor, Development Control Subject: Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP2002-02 Zoning By-law Amendment AppliCatiOn A09/99(R2) Nicou Inc. South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2 Part 1, 40R-.11934, 102-198 Finch Ave. City. of Picketing We have reviewed the above-noted application and provide the following comments: . ,,. Draft Plan - Sernas Associates, Project No. 01269, Drwg. No, DP-1 - Revised Submission Date December 2002. 1) Lot 39 and Lot 27 daylight triangles should be revised to corner roundings. The daylight triangles Lot 111 3'8 and 30 adjacent to Finch Ave. is acceptable. 2) Lots 13 to 26 inclusive may require the depth of 10t to be reduced in order to accommodate the proposed infiltration swale. This swale will not be perrnitted within the tot as presently designed, Lots 28 to 39 will aiso require further review With reaard to the proposed infiltration swale. ~ P. hase I Environmental Site Assessment by Angus Environmental Limited dated September 1999. - No comments at this time. Gariner' Lee Limited - Reponts -An analysis of environmental conditions dated August 1999, an assessment of the Proposed Wetland Buffer dated January 24,' 2002 and Environmental' Impact Study dated May 2002. No comments at this time. ATTACHMENT#, ¢¢~-~) TO REPORT d~ PD .2,'~ -,o ~ , Gartner Lee Limited - Report - Vegetation Restoration Plan for Buffer dated Dece?nber 17, 2002. 1) The 'restoration pianfings should be required to be installed during the se,vicing phase of this development and prior to buiMing permits. This will provide a longer period of time for plants to get established and maintelnance and replacement programs can be ongoing during the building phase and maintenance' period. 2) 'The Planting Plan, Figure 1,. indicates plantings within the drainage swales proposed i'n R.G. Robinson repot[ dated December 2002. This Plan needs to be revised. R.G. Robinson & Associates -Report - Preliminary Servicing and Stormwater Management File No, 828-01079-11 dated December 2002. !) All references in the report to "Town" of Pickering must be revised to "City". .2) The Environmental Master Servicing. Plan by XCG Consultants· Ltd. required that storm drainage from this site and other properties on and/or surrounding Woodview Ave. be accommodated through a storm sewer on Woodview Ave. sized to accommodate this entire drainage area, directed to a stormwater management facility proposed on property on the north side of the hydro corridor, east side of Woodview Ave. (Proposed Woodview S.W.M. Pond). The Woodview S.W.M, Pond is.required for quality control on this drainage area. Quantity control will also be required as the existing storm sewer located on Woodview Ave., at the south limit of the hydro corridor, was sized to accept this drainage area but only at pre-development levels. This being the first application proposed for this system the Servicing and Stormwater Management Report mus~ provide details on the Woodview Ave. storm.sewer and' the proposed stormwater' management pond, including details regarding land purchase for this facility. Cost recovery details for these works will be identified in the Subdivision Agreement. 3) Infiitratidn Swale - A flat bottom swale at a 1% grade, although suitable for infiltration purposes, would tend to promote standing water, which is unacceptable in or adjacent to rear yards. The infiltration swale must be designed so that standing water does not occur. 2 ATTACHMENT REPORT # PD~ The infiltration swale located within the open space lands as indicated at the r~ar of Lots ~, to !0 is acceptable. TJhe infiitration swale proposed within the Jot as indicated in Lots 13 to 26 and 27 to 39 is not acceptable. The infiltration swale across Block 41 is unacbeptable' as we anticipate' pedestrian travel.from the park block to't~e open space area. Lots 13 to 26 - The infiltration swale should be relocated onto the open space lands and out of the rear yard of the lots o¢ the lot depths reduced so that the swale is located within the open space area. Lots 27 to 39 -Lot grading on these lots will need to conform to Pickering's' Lot Grading Standard, requiring minimum 2% grades and additional rear yard catch basins between Lots 31 and 37. 4) The rear yard catch'basin, - Lot 14 -is unacceptable. The rear yard catch 'basin must have direct connection to the storm sewer. 5) AI~ rear yard catch basins will. require easements in favour of the City. 8) The rear yard catch l~asin,- rear of Lot 10, appears to be the iow point for drainage from the open space and from the rear. of Lots 1 to '/4. This'rear · yard catch basin would also receive overflow from Lots 15 to 23 if drainage by-Passes the rear yard catch basin at Lot 14.' Should the rear yard catch basin at Lot i0 not function properly; there .must be an overland flow so that properties are not flooded. The drainage would appear to go east and not west, as indicated in Figure 3 "Post - Development Storm Catchment Plan". The R.Y.C.B. may also need to be desianed as a ditcti inlet to reduce the risk of flooding. ~ 7) The storm sewer on ~'inch Ave. should be located as per the normal profile for a future urbanized road. The proposal as indicated would only be considered should the normal profile not be feasible. The storrrr sewer on Finch Ave. wiil need to extend to the west limit of Lot 'i and storm sewer service connections will be required for Lots 'I to 10 inclusive. Storm sewer se,n/ice connections for the. existing homes on the south side of Finch Ave. will be reviev~ed with detailed design submissions. 8) The storm sewer on Finch Ave, should be ex'tended to the easteriy limit of the site. ' 9) Urbanization of Finch Ave. fronting the site will be reviewed during detailed design submissions. Cost sharing for these works and/or future contribution costs will be addressed in the Subdivision Agreement, (See Comment #'19)., '10) Ail units on Street "A" wilt need to be provided a storm sewer service connection for the foundation drains, Sump pump drainage to 'the surface will not be permitted. 11) We will require additional information for the' area east of this site to ensure that drainage is not affected, and/or is accommodated .by this 'development. 1.2) Fencing will be required on lots adjacent to the open space and park block. Fencing and/or noise attenuation requirements ..will be required for lots adjacent to or backing onto Finch Ave. ' 44) 45) 16) 17) 49) The fence along the east boundary of this site will need to be reviewed. The fence does not appear to be located on the property line in some areas. A new fence should be required along the boundary at the proper location, Grading and restoration detaifs for the park' block should be identified on the detailed engineering plans, Sidewalk will be required on' Street "A", probably, fronting Lots '11 to 26 and along the east limit of Street "A". This. is to be determined durina review of the engineering submissions. ~ Sidewalk along Finch Ave: will be required across the entire frontage of the site. Cost sharing with the City will be addressed in 'the Subdivision Agreement. A Sediment and Erosion Control Plan will be required for this site. A Construction Management Plan will be required for this site. A. Tree Prese~ation Plan and Boulevard Tree Planting Plan will be required for this site. Side yard set backs should be reviewed for Lots 1 and 26 and increased'to ensure ~hat construction of the house can be accommodated without infringement onto the adjacent properties. The urbanization of Finch Ave. "' · aojacent to this site and the urbanization of Woodview Ave. from Finch Ave. to the south limit of. the hydro, corridor.' 4 20) 21) 22) ATTACHMEI~T #~TO REPORT ~. PD_ (approx. 700m south).are prOiects identified in the City's Development Charge By-law. Although these~ ' ./vor~(s would be ~en~¢;-~~ for the development of the Rouge Park NeichSourhood, and wouid be cost ~ective if completed with the underground se~icing, the funds have not yet been a~iocated for these works. The.By-law indicates funding for 2005 and 2D07 and budget approval at 4hat time and/or Crior to, would require Council approval. This ma~e, 'Mil ;;~%lfu%;e;~ew and 'clarification as this project continues on the ' P " d as timing of construction becomes more accurste!y defined. A detailed Geotechnical Report will be required to be submitted with the · detailed engineering submission for this development. This Report must inclu~le geotechnical information for roads, sen/icing and house construction within the site and for serving and roadway on Finch Ave, Woodview Ave, and the future S.W.M. Pond location. Development of this site must require the developer/owner to enter into a SubdivisiOn Agreement with the City that addresses, but is not limited, to, roads, sidewalks, servicing, lot gradir~g, fencing, tree pianting, street lighting, utiiities, stormwater management, construction management, cost sharing,. cost recovery, finandal obiiaations, Pe.fformance and maintenance securities, etc. Pregrading on the site should' not be permitted without approvals as required by the City and/or other agencies. Robe~l Starr RS:bg Copy: COordinator, Development Approvals · . 5 ATTACHME~I? #_~','~ / TO PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT February 5, 2003 To: Steve Gaunt Planner II From: Subject: Robert Starr Supervisor, Development Control Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP2002-02 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A09/99(R2) Nicou Inc. South Part of Lot 34, Concession 2 Part 1, Plan 40R-11934, 102-198 Finch Ave. City of Pickering In addition to our comments, memo dated January 21, 2003, we provide comments on the Noise Impact Study by Sernas Associates dated March 2002, their project No. 01269. 1) The 2.7m noise barrier and berm combination recommended for Lots 30 to 38 inclusive, provides a number of concerns that will need to be addressed. They are as follows: (a) the proposed design eliminates the standard location for the Finch Ave. sidewalk. (b) (c) The slope within the rear yard affects the rear yard grading as proposed in cross-section A-A and does not conform to the lot grading as proposed by report R.G. Robinson & Associates (Preliminary Servicing and S.W.M. dated December 2002). The 3 to 1 slope is not considered usable rear yard area, We will require that each rear yard have 5 to 6 metres of usable rear yard (2% to 5%). 2) Lot 11. The design for the noise fence should include a provision for a gate to allow access to the rear yard while maintaining the noise attenuation requirement. Robert S~arr RS:bg tapphcatl~Nicou In. Draft Plan (2).dec c, 70 September 5, 2003 To: From: subject: /~TTACHi~TE~T# ~'~ ._TO PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM Steve Gaunt Planner II Robert Starr Supervisor, Development Control Nicou Inc. Draft Plan SP-2002-02 Woodview Avenue / Finch Avenue Urbanization City of Pickering The Nicou draft plan will require the sanitary sewer to be extended on Woodview Avenue from the Hydro Corridor (Rougeforest Crescent) north to Finch Avenue. Since a storm sewer on Woodview Avenue would not be required at this time for the Nicou development, urbanization of Woodview Avenue is not anticipated at this time. Although WoodvieW Avenue is identified as a Development Charge Project, the proposed timing of the project is not until 2007 (estimated cost $1,050,000.00). On Finch Avenue, a sanitary sewer and storm sewer are required for the Nicou site from the west limit of the site east to Petticoat Creek. It is also expected the Region would install sanitary sewer to the west townline at the same time. We would recommend that Finch Avenue be' urbanized at this time. The urbanization of Finch Avenue west of Altona Road to Pickering / Scarborough Townline was identified as a Development Charge Project, with timing anticipated for 2005. The identified cost for these works is $1,800,000.00, however, completing these works with the installation of services should provide a significant cost reduction. Completing the entire length would be beneficial for the Nicou site, Bopa development site located at the south west corner of Finch and Altona, which is already occupied, as well as the existing residents along Finch Avenue. Should sufficient funding not be available, the project could be reduced to urbanizing the Nicou frontage and east to Petticoat Creek. This alternative has an identified cost of $850,000.00 (1999 estimate). As a portion of the total cost for sidewalk, storm sewer and sewer connections would be chargeable to Nicou, the cost to the · City should be less than estimated. Robert Starr RS:if J:~Docurnents'~Dev$1opment Contro~BOB:STARR~lemos~Nicou Memorandum.doc ATTAOHIhEklT # c~3 TO PICKERING PLA/XrNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Picketing Civic Compte One The Espla~ad Picketing; Ontari, Canad, L1V 6~ Dired Acces$ 905.a_20.466~ cityofpickering, e~,,, Department 905.420.4617 Facsimile 905.420.7648 plan&devl @ city. picketing, on.ca D. Dodwe[[, C.E.T. R.G. Robinson and'Associates (Barrie) Ltd. 10 High Street Barrie, ON L4N 1W1 '"',,,71 Subject: Subdivision: Rouge 'Park Residential Subdivision Plan SP-2002-02, FinCh Ave. & Woodview Ave. Preliminary Servicing and Stormwater Management Report City of-Picketing We are in receipt of'your Preliminary Servicing and Stormwater. Management Report for the above-mentioned subdivision and our comments are as follows: 2.0 DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT 1. The rePort states that the area is approximately .8.7 hectares, however when the "Open Space" and the residential are added, an area of 9,6 hectares, is Obtained. 3.0'STORM.DRAINAGF 3.1 .Existin.q Drainaqe The report states 5.8 hectares as wetlands: and 3 hectares draining to the south. Figure 2 indicates 5.05 hectares of wetlands and. 3.75 hectares draining to the south. 3.2 .Proposed Drai. naq¢, 3.2.1 .Overview 1. Front to rear drainage is not permissible on the site. 3.2.2 Quality and Quantity Control 1. Quality control will be required for the entire site, including Lots I - 10 which front on the existing Finch Avenue. 3.3 Groundwater Manaqement 1. We,have concerns with the'hydraulic grade line for the entire site, in particular in. the vicinity of the most westerly entrance. Rouge Park Residential Subd'n. September 3, 2003 Page #2 APPENDIX A - Stormwater Management Calculations 1. The pre-development peak floWs are 3.75 ha, not 2.9 m2. 2. The City of Picketing uses YarneiFs equations to determine intensity. reasoning for using an alternate intensity equation.. ' APPENDIX C,- Stormceptor Sizing Calculation" Provide 1. At detailed design stage, we will require the impervious areas to be. shown on a plan. 2. The sizing of Stormceptor #2 must aisc include Lots I - 10, Based' on the currer~t design, Stormceptor #2 will have to be an STC 1000. Based on a Type 1 habitat, an STC 750 only provides quality control for 0.2.0 ha and` an STC 1000 provides for 0.30 hectares. The impervious area forthis Sl~ormcePtor is 0.33 ha. ShOuld'you have any questions or con'cerns about these comments~ please do not hesitate to contact myself' of LaUra. Calvelli at extension 2158. RS:linc Lcnlvelli/$ubd vs~ns/sp200202/p r e i m report Attachment Copy: Yours truly Robert Starr .Supervisor, DeVelopment Control Co-ordinator, Development Approvals. Develq'Pment COntrol Inspector (LaUra Calvelli) Planner II (Steve Gaunt). q73 RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL DATE MOVED BY SECONDED BY That Council authorize the Director, Planning & Development, and Solicitor for the City to make the necessary arrangements, and to prepare the necessary documentation to accept the conveyance of that part of Lot 33, Concession 1, Pickering, designated as Part 4, Plan 40R-11904 from John Woitzik to be used for open space purposes in accordance with the City's Official Plan. CARRIED: MAYOR PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM October 23, 2003 To: From: Subject: Bruce Taylor City Clerk Neil Carroll Director, Planning & Development Proposed Acquisition of Lands from Woitzik - Part of Lot 33, Concession 1 - (Part 4, Plan 40R-11904) - File: RE0303 On September 15, 2003, Council considered Planning & Development Report PD 34-03, which recommended the acquisition of a parcel of land from John Woitzik, lands which would be used by the City for open space purposes in accordance with the City's Official Plan. At that meeting Hans Woitzik, Estate Trustee for Ursula Reeve, addressed Council advising that, while he was not opposed in principle to the conveyance of valley land to the City, he did have concern with certain conditions of the conveyance as set out in the staff report. Hans Woitzik requested that the matter be deferred, pending further discussion with staff. Council supported his request and the matter was deferred to the Council meeting of November 17, 2003. Planning & Development staff met with Hans and Martin Woitzik, Estate Trustees for Ursula Reeve to discuss the matter and explain the staff conditions. Subject to one minor change to the conditions, Hans and Martin Woitzik agree to the conditions set out in the staff report. Staff concur with the requested change. Accordingly, Report to Council PD 34-03 is being resubmitted for consideration by Council, with one amending condition respecting the preparation of a new reference plan. As the Part 4 and 5 lands are accurately defined on an existing reference plan, the requirement for a new reference plan (as initially required by staff) will now be tied to the Part 3 lands only. We now have written concurrence from all parties who have an interest in the lands being conveyed to the City and are therefore recommending that a Resolution be passed adopting the Recommendation set out in Report PD 34-03. NC:bg J:\Documents\Prop & Dev\REAL ESTATE\0303\memos\Bruce Taylor.doc PICKERING REPORT TO PLANNING COMMITTEE Report Number: PD 34-03 Date: August 25, 2003 075 From: Neil Carroll Director, Planning & Development Department Subject: Proposed Acquisition of Land from John Woitzik - Part of Lot 33, Concession 1 - (Part 4, 40R-11904) - File: RE0303 Recommendation: That Council authorize the Director, Planning & Development, and Solicitor for the City to make the necessary arrangements, and to prepare the necessary documentation to accept the conveyance of that part of Lot 33, Concession 1, Pickering, designated as Part 4, Plan 40R-11904 from John Woitzik to be used for open space purposes in accordance with the City's Official Plan. Executive Summary: Staff have received a letter from Murray Stroud, Solicitor for John Woitzik requesting that the City accept a conveyance of a portion of Mr. Woitzik's property. Mr. Woitzik is interested in severing the property and by conveying the Part 4 lands to the City, the usual severance process would be unnecessary. Acquisition of the property would expand the City's ownership of the open space system in this area, currently identified in the City's Official Plan. Financial Implications: Cost to City: Nil 1.0 Background: Staff have received a letter from Murray Stroud, Solicitor for John Woitzik requesting that the City accept the conveyance of a portion of Mr. Woitzik's property for nominal consideration ($2.00). Mr. Woitzik wishes to sever the lands into two parcels and conveyance of the Part 4 lands to the City would eliminate the need for land severance through the Durham Land Division Committee. City staff have reviewed this request and support the acquisition of this parcel as it would provide an extension to the open space system currently identified in the Official Plan. The City currently owns an open space block immediately south of the subject property and additional open space lands one property north of the subject property (see Attachments #1 and #2). Report PD 34-03 Subject: Proposed Acquisition of Land from John Woitzik Date: August 25, 2003 Page 2 The conveyance would be subject to the following conditions being complied with prior to the City taking title to the lands: (a) that the acquisition be at no cost to the City; (b) that the acquisition be free and clear of all encumbrances; (c) that an updated reference plan be prepared and registered, defining more concisely the boundaries of Part 3, Plan 40R-11904 and its relationship to Sandhurst Crescent within Plan 40M-1727; (d) that the parcels lying on either side of the Part 4 lands (Parts 3 and 5) be able to function independent of one another, (i.e. servicing, emergency access, etc.) and that access to the Part 3 lands be gained from Sandhurst Crescent; (e) that all applicable fees be paid relating to the preparation and registration of the By-law to lift the 0.3 metre reserve fronting Sandhurst Crescent, the contribution to Altona West Developments for downstream service costs, the cost for the installation of the storm sewer connections and all fees owing to the Region for sanitary and watermains; (f) that an appropriate curb cut and driveway entrance to Part 3 from Sandhurst Crescent be installed; (g) that the existing bridge and any other structures located on the Part 4 lands be removed; (h) that fencing along the rear boundary of the Part 5 lands be installed to the City's satisfaction; (i) that the portion of the existing driveway on the Part 5 lands which encroaches onto the Part 4 lands be relocated; and O) that Mr. Woitzik enter into an Agreement with the City to address any future redevelopment of the Part 3 lands. Conditions may include, among others, the demolition of the existing dwelling, the conveyance of additional open space/hazard lands to the City, fencing of the rear boundary of the Part 3 lands and payment of all fees required by such an agreement, including but not limited to parkland fees and agreement preparation/registration fees. Mr. Woitzik has been made aware of all of the above-noted conditions and he has, through his Solicitor: (a) confirmed with the Region, the Durham Region Health Unit and Pickering's Fire & Emergency Services that the Part 3 and 5 lands are capable of being independently serviced and accessed; Report PD 34-03 Subject: Proposed Acquisition of Land from John Woitzik Date: August 25, 2003 Page 3 (b) agreed to comply with all of the City's conditions should Council support this recommendation. Attachments: 1. Location Mapping 2. Reference Plan Drawing Prepared By: · ~'e, Coordinator Property & Development Services Approved / Endorsed By: Neil Carro~cl~/~Rpp Director, P"l'ari'~'ng & Development DB:Id Attachments Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer Economic Development Officer Solicitor for the City Recommended for the consideration of Pickering City Council Thomas J. Quinn, Chief Administrative Officer ATTACHIVIENT f. / TO "? ;~ REPORT ~ PO _'~ H- 0 ~ , ~ FINOH !, -, , ...... Ciw of Pickering Planning & Development Depa~ment PROPER~ DESORIPTION PART LOT ~3, CONC 1, BEING PART~ ~,4 ~ 5, 40R-11904 OWNE~ WOI~IK DZT~ ~EC. 11, ~00~ FILE No. SCALE 1;5000 OHECKED BY D~ FOR DEPARTMENT USE ONLY PN-10 PA- PART LOT 33, CONCESSION 1 BEING PART 3, 4, & 5 H. WOITZIK PA 87. 2J PART 4 6'0t I STOFIEy ~ COMMERCIAL t THIS MAP WAS PRODUCED BY THE CITY OF PICKERING PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT, INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES, .~UGUST 25, 2003. RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL DATE MOVED BY SECONDED BY That Council receive for information, Report to Council MO 02-03 providing a summary report on the activities of the Interim Mayor. CARRIED: MAYOR PICKERING REPORT TO COUNCIL 0 8 i Report Number: MO 02-03 Date: November 11,2003 From: Maurice Brenner Interim Mayor Subject: Summary Report on Activities of Interim Mayor Recommendation: 1. That Council receive for information, Report to Council MO 02-03 providing a summary report on the activities of the Interim Mayor. Executive Summary: On September 29, 2003, Council enacted a by-law appointing an Interim Mayor to act in place of the Head of Council when the Head of Council is absent, or when that Office is vacant. On October 14, Council declared the Office of the Mayor vacant, pursuant to the Section 262(1 )of the Municipal Act, 2001. This report provides a summary of significant activities that I was involved in on behalf of the municipality during my term to date as Interim Mayor. The report is provided for Council's information. Financial Implications: Not applicable Background: I have had the opportunity and pleasure to act as the City's Interim Mayor for only a short period of time. Nonetheless, during this period, there have been a number of noteworthy activities that required my attention or involvement on behalf of the City. I have listed these activities below, and where appropriate have also included copies of relevant correspondence that I have either sent, or have received, as Interim Mayor. On October 8, along with Councillors McLean and Pickles, and City staff, I attended a very productive meeting at the Cherrywood Transformer Station with senior officials from Hydro One to discuss the oil spill that occurred on October 1. At the meeting, Hydro One agreed to a number of the City's requests, including the need to clean up and fully rehabilitate the creek and surrounding areas to our satisfaction. Hydro One also committed to pay the municipality's costs related to the spill, and agreed to look at ways to improve relationships with the City, not only in terms of O82 Report MO 02-03 Date: Subject: Summary Report on the Activities of the Interim Mayor November 11, 2003 Page 2 emergency communication and response, but also with respect to Hydro One's possible assistance and support of one or more corporate projects of City-wide benefit. On October 16, I participated as a member of the City's Municipal Control Group in the Nuclear Emergency Exercise in my role as Head of Council. The exercise focused on planning for a 'delayed emissions' evacuation of lands around the Pickering Nuclear Station, and involved OPG as well as a significant number of emergency planning organizations from the provincial, regional and local levels. The City's Municipal Control Group operated from the Municipal Operations Centre in Claremont and performed its role exceptionally well during the exercise. On October 24, I attended the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade Business Excellence Awards luncheon, and gave a short address about Pickering's commitment to and strong support of the business community. On October 27, I sent a letter to Mr. Hume Martin, President and CEO of the Rouge Valley Health System (RVHS) expressing concern over possible service delivery changes being made without open public dialogue between the community and RVHS. On October 30, I had a follow-up meeting with Mr. Martin and the RVHS Board Chair to discuss the situation. On November 10, I received a written response from Mr. Martin advising that RVHS has agreed to consult the community before making any major service changes. On November 3, I attended the Flag Raising Ceremony at the Ajax Town Hall to mark Pickering's victory in the 2003 Waste Reduction Week challenge. This year we accepted a challenge from Ajax to compete to see which facility (Pickering City Hall or Ajax Town Hall) would generate less waste per employee. City staff generated less than half the waste per employee as our neighbours to the east, and Ajax was required to fly the City's flag for a day. After the appointment of the new provincial cabinet, I sent letters to various of the new Ministers advising of the City's position with respect to certain matters that remain outstanding in the City, as follows: O A letter to the Honourable Dwight Duncan, Minister of Energy, advising of the City's objection to the previous provincial government's decision to allow the Inspection Services Division at OPG to be contracted out to a private company. Report MO 02-03 Date: Subject: Summary Report on the Activities of the Interim Mayor November 11,2003 Page 3 O83 A letter to the Honourable Leona Dombrowsky, Minister of the Environment, advising of the City's long-standing opposition to new landfills in Pickering. A letter to the Honourable Harinder Takhar, Minister of Transportation, advising of the City's position with respect to the location of the two new interchanges planned along Highway 407 on the provincial lands, as well as the City's request to expedite the extension of Highway 407 east of Brock Road. A letter to the Honourable John Gerretsen, Minister of Municipal Affairs, advising of the City's willingness to work collaboratively with the new government on our Growth Management Study, as well as our strong objection to the Order established by the previous Minister under the Ontario Planning and Development Act. A letter to the Honourable David Caplan, Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal, advising of the City's continued interest in having the Province's active support and involvement in the development of a pedestrian bridge across Highway 401 connecting the Pickering GO-Train Station with the downtown core. Attachments: 1. Letter to Mr. Hume Martin, President and CEO of the Rouge Valley Health System, summary of follow-up meeting, and response from Mr. Martin. 2. Letter to the Honourable Dwight Duncan, Minister of Energy. 3. Letter to the Honourable Leona Dombrowsky, Minister of Environment. 4. Letter to the Honourable Harinder Takhar, Minister of Transportation. 5. Letter to the Honourable John Gerretsen, Minister of Municipal Affairs. 6. Letter to the Honourable David Caplan, Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal. 084 Report MO 02-03 Date: Subject: Summary Report on the Activities of the Interim Mayor November 11,2003 Page 4 TM:Ijm Attachments Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Submitted By: imceMBar;~rn e r tATTACHMEN?# i TO REPORT O85 October 27, 2003 Mr. Hume Martin CEO Rouge Valley Health System 2867 EIlesmere Road Scarborough, ON M1E 4B9 Dear Mr. Martin As you are aware, the recent media reports pertaining to the possibility of major changes in the way the Rouge Valley Health Care System provides services to the people of Ajax and Pickering, has become a major concern. The City of Pickering has prided itself as being a dedicated community partner with your hospital and is deeply disturbed to learn that discussions had taken place with other stakeholders and said discussions had been included in a confidential report without any discussion as to how it might impact our community. You will recall that the restructuring commission, at the time that Scarborough Centenary and Ajax Pickering Hospital amalgamated, committed that our community would not lose a full service hospital. Since that time, municipal governments in the Durham Region have financially committed to supporting the hospital based on that understanding. While I accept every institution has the right to review its strategic plan, as a public institution, I would have thought that, before considering such drastic measures, key stakeholders and most important, the public who use this facility, would be consulted. ~ find it equally disturbing and inappropriate to be advised that, if I wish further details on the content of the report, that I should contact the media who have a copy. 686 Mr. Hume Martin Rouge Valley Health System October 27, 2003 Page 2 It is in this regard that I am formally requesting that a representative of your board take part in a public consultation on this matter. In addition, my staff at the City of Pickering would be happy to provide the appropriate venue to hold such a forum. Recognizing that this is a municipal election year, I would suggest this forum not take place until following the November 10th municipal election in order that the focus remains on health care in our community. I would ask that you confirm back to my office as soon as possible on your recommended dates so that we could confirm planning this forum. Yours truly Maurice S. Brenner Interim Mayor Copy: Durham Region Chair Members of Council, City of Pickering Mayor and Members of Council, Town of Ajax Members of Council, Durham Region Leslie Bovie, News Advertiser Stan Josey, The Toronto Star PICKERING IATrACHMENT#_ 1 TO REPORT 1!Minutes / Meeting Summary Rouge Valley Health System % ~ ~ ~ '~'~'~ October 30, 2003 1:30 AM 087 Attendees: Hume Martin, CEO, Rouge Valley Health System Kathryn Ramsay, Chair of Board of Directors Maurice Brenner, Interim Mayor, City of Pickering Absent: · this meeting was scheduled to further discuss a letter dated October 27, 2003 sent by Interim Mayor Brenner to Mr. Hume Martin concerning the release of the Strategic Plan document · Interim Mayor Brenner stated calls were being received by the City of Pickering on the City's platform, the Region of Durham's position and the financial impact · copies were not provided to either the City of Pickering nor the Town of Ajax · the Pickering Council office was informed that copies could be obtained by contacting the media · Interim Mayor Brenner expressed his concerns about the Rouge Valley Health System's reluctance to communicate and share the document · Interim Mayor Brenner stated the City is a strong supporter of the Ajax Pickering Hospital through Mayor Arthurs being a member of the Board and through the Mayors' Golf Charity Classic Tournament · the Stategic Plan report was not marked "confidential"; it read "final report, September 30,2003"; did not state it is for discussion purposes; there are no real recommendations · Mr. Martin stated this report was presented by the Chief of Staff at an in-camera session, in full confidence; the report was leaked to the press by a staff member · Mr. Martin further stated the purpose of this report was to address efficiencies and review the services offered by the Page 1 C0RP0228.--2/02 Details & Discussi~ ~ ]U ~ ,: ~tio~ ~Sta~ , ,, two hospitals . Interim Mayor Brenner offered to facilitate discussions with the public; introduce it through the Council agenda; provide opportunities for the public to submit presentations/comments at a Council agenda · Interim Mayor Brenner suggest the following approach: 1. Public Consultation 2. Working Groups with Key Stakeholders 3. Workshops 4. Draft Reports 5. Final Report · the above allows for a public process involving customers, staff and board members · Kathryn Ramsay advised a letter will be sent to the Editor of the News Advertiser to address this matter. Meeting Adjourned: 2:30 PM Copy: Members of Council CORP0228--2/02 Page 2 i TTACHMEN'i' # TO REPORT November 10, 2003 Maurice Brenner, Interim Mayor City of Pickering 1 Esplanade Pickering ON L1S 6B3 Dear Mr. Brenner: Thank you for meeting with Kathryn Ramsay, Board Chair of the Rouge Valley Health System, and myself on October 30, 2003. I am writing to confirm the issues discussed at our meeting and summarize our response to concerns expressed in your letter of October 27th. RVHS will proceed as quickly as possible with the $47M redevelopment of the Rouge Valley Ajax Pickering (RVAP) site. Early commencement of this project would not be possible without the support of the Durham Region and its commitment of a $3.5M donation to the RVHS Foundation Vital Links Campaign. We are extremely grateful for this support and for your role in securing approval of this contribution. As we discussed, RVHS continues to be committed to the development of the Ajax Pickering site in the context ora regional system of hospital and community-based services. RVHS is working closely with the Durham Region Healthcare Group, chaired by Dr. Robert Kyle, to develop and implement a balanced health services plan for Durham. This group has asked the Durham Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Council to lead a planning process to ensure sustainable community and hospital services are developed in Durham following implementation of the Health Services Restructuring Commission recommendations by both Lakeridge Health and the Rouge Valley Health System. This planning process will include appropriate public consultation. Since the merger with Rouge Valley Centenary in 1998 the RVAP budget has grown from $23.8 to $55.5 M, an increase of 132.8 percent. During this same period the budget of RVHS grew from $104.4 to $181.2M or 73.6 percent. In addition to this significant investment in the RVAP site, extensive efforts have been made to consult with the community in the development of the recently released RVHS strategic plan. A summary of the highlights of this strategic plan is enclosed. i.a. mCHMEi 'r #..., TO R PORT During our meeting we discussed your proposal for a consultation process relating to possible service delivery changes at the RVAP site. We agreed that RVHS would consult with community members prior to proceeding with any major service changes. We also committed to continued support for the 24/7 Emergency Department at RVAP and the inpatient and support services required to care for the 44000 visitors a year attending that Department. In conclusion, I wish to apologise for the decision not to immediately and positively respond to your request for a copy of the j~resentation by the RVHS Chief of Staffto the RVHS Board on September 30"'. Even though this report was confidential and misrepresented in media reports and by candidates in the municipal election, it should have been provided to you as per your request. Thank you for taking the time to meet with us and for your ongoing support for the Rouge Valley Health System. I look forward to working with you and your colleagues as we continue our joint efforts to provide the best possible health services for the residents of Pickering Ajax and Whitby. Yours truly, Hume Martin President & CEO I ATTACHMEN'r # t~o .~J , TO REPORT # Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario Canada L1V 6K7 Direct Access 905.420.4660 cityofpickering.com OFFICE OF THE MAYOR Department 905.420.4600 Facsimile 905.420.6064 mayor@city, pickering.on.ca 09! October 31, 2003 The Honourable Dwight Duncan Minister of Energy 900 Bay Street, 4th Floor Hearst Block Toronto, ON M7A 2E1 Dear Minister, I would like to congratulate you on your recent appointment as Minister of Energy. This is a very important portfolio for the Province and I wish you all the best in dealing with its many challenges. I am writing to you on behalf of the City of Pickering. As you will know, Pickering is the host community for the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station and Wind Turbine, the Cherrywood Transformer Station, and a number of other significant facilities and installations operated by Ontario Power Generation and Hydro One. As you can appreciate, the City has a very strong interest in ensuring that these provincially owned companies operate responsibly and efficiently, and in partnership with the community. Over the past few years, the City of Pickering has developed an excellent working relationship with Ontario Power Generation, and we hope that this relationship will only get stronger as the Pickering "A" nuclear generating units come online, and the Dry Fuel Storage Facility at the station is eXpanded. With respect to Hydro One, the City has begun discussions to see if we can establish a better, long-term working relationship with the company, following the unfortunate oil spill that occurred recently at the Cherrywood Transformer Station. Nonetheless, in spite of these positive signs, on occasion issues arise that are of concern to the City. This recently happened as a result of a decision by the previous provincial government to allow the Inspection Services Division at Ontario Power Generation to be contracted out to a private company. Enclosed for your information is a resolution of Pickering Council, asking the Province and Ontario Power Generation to rescind this decision to contract out inspection services. / The Honourable Dwight Duncar~ATTAI~HMENT #, ~ 0 9 , TO REPORT #~_~Oct~ber 31,2003 Page 2 Again, congratulations on your appointment. Should you or your staff require any further information or clarification with respect to any of the matters outlined in this letter, please do not hesitate to contact the City at your earliest convenience. Yours truly TM:Ijm Enclosure (for letter) Copy: Premier Dalton McGuinty Wayne Arthurs, MPP Members of Council Chief Administrative Officer City Clerk Brenner Interim Mayor I,,A, TTACHMENT #.,, ,~ Cite .... TO REPORT 0 9 3 RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL ,RESOLUTION #134/03 DATE: SEPTEMBER 15~ 2003 MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR RYAN SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR BRENNER WHEREAS on September 4, 2003, Ontario Power Generation entered into an agreement to sell its Inspection Services Division to a consortium led by Babcock and Wilcox Canada; and WHEREAS this agreement will lead to the inspection of maintenance services at the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station, as well as other OPG generating facilities, being carried out by a private company; and WHEREAS Babcock and Wilcox Canada is also a supplier of steam generators to OPG thus creating a conflict of interest; and WHEREAS in the Report of the. President's Commission on the Accident at Three Mile Island it was noted that inadequate training provided by Babcock Wilcox contributed to the Three Mile Island nuclear disaster in 1979; and WHEREAS the said agreement is scheduled to close before the end of 2003 after the Provincial election; and WHEREAS the contracting out of testing and inspection services led to the Walkerton tainted water tragedy; and WHEREAS the residents of the City of Pickering and the residents of other municipalities that have nuclear generating stations located in or near their municipality need every assurance that the stations are being operated and maintained safely; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering hereby requests the Province of Ontario and Ontario Power Generation to rescind their agreement with Babcock Wilcox Canada to carry out inspection services at nuclear generating stations in Ontario; and FURTHER THAT this motion be further circulated to: Ernie Eves, premier of Ontario John Baird, Minister of Energy Janet Ecker, M.P. Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge Ron Osborne President and CEO, Ontario Power Generation Linda Keen, President and Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission Larry Kraemer, Chair, Canadian Association of Nuclear Host Communities Town of Ajax Town of Whitby City of Oshawa Municipality of Clarington City of Toronto Municipality of Kincardine CARRIED: (si_~ned) WAYNE ARTHURS MAYOR PICKERING JATTACHMENT # 3 TO REPORT 095 Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario Canada L1V 6K7 Direct Access 905.420.4660 cityofpickering, com OFFICE OF THE MAYOR Department 905.420.4600 Facsimile 905.420.6064 mayor@city, picketing.on.ca October 31, 2003 The Honourable Leona Dombrowsky Minister of the Environment 12th Floor, 135 St. Clair Avenue West Toronto, ON M4V 1P5 Dear Minister, I would like to congratulate you on your recent appointment as Minister of the Environment. This is a very important portfolio for the Province and I wish you all the best in dealing with its many challenges. I am writing to you on behalf of the City of Pickering. As you will know, Pickering has a very strong interest and concern for environmental matters that gOes back many years. We encourage and promote effective community participation and involvement in the environmental assessment process, and are one of the leaders in waste reduction and diversion in the Toronto area. We also have a long-standing concern with landfills, which we have opposed vigorously and strenuously over the years. Recently the City became aware of possible new proposal to establish another landfill site in Picketing. Enclosed for your information is a resolution of Picketing Council, advising of our opposition to any new landfills in Picketing, and requesting the we receive written confirmation that the Ministry of Environment would not support any such proposals. Again, congratulations on your appointment. Should you or your staff require any further information or clarification with respect to any of the matters outlined in this letter, please do not hesitate to contact the City at your earliest convenience. TM:ljm Enclosure (for letter) Copy: Premier Dalton McGuinty Wayne Arthurs, MPP Members of Council Chief Administrative Officer City Clerk Yours truly / z.,O / .,, ,/ / :5::;5/ ./ / /:;;'5;'" ..~'/ ~aunce Brenner Interim Mayor 096 ]ATTACHMENT# ~ TO REPORT RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL RESOLUTION #84/03 DATE: JUNE 2, 2003 MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR BRENNER SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR RYAN WHEREAS it has been reported that the Minister of Environment held a private meeting with Senior Officials across the GTA; and WHEREAS this meeting was reported to look at options for dealing with waste in the event that the exporting of waste to Michigan is cancelled; and WHEREAS the Minister of Environment has stated that all options are being considered; and WHEREAS in an emergency the Minister may issue a "permit by right"; and WHEREAS the residents of the City of Pickering have suffered as a result of decisions to previously put three dumps within its borders; and WHEREAS the Government of Ontario had previously recommended the proposed EEl I site as a mega dump on Crown-owned lands in Seaton; and WHEREAS the Government of Ontario previously commenced excavation of this site; and I ATTACHMENT #,, REPORT # I WHEREAS the Government of Ontario through a Minister's Order has the sole authority to approve land uses for all lands in Seaton; and WHEREAS the Government of Ontario has identified these lands as part of its exchange with developers who purchased lands on the Oak Ridges Moraine; and WHEREAS the proposed EEl1 site abuts a rail line; and WHEREAS the Government of Ontario supports rail haul to the Adams Mine; and WHEREAS Crown lands abutting the Adams Mine is reported to have been sold to one of the same developers who is part of the Seaton land exchange; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering advises the Minister of Environment that it is opposed to being considered for any landfill site within the City of Pickering; and FURTHER THAT the Minister of Environment immediately confirm in writing a commitment that the Province of Ontario will not support nor allow any lands to be used for landfill within the City of Pickering including the proposed EEl 1 site, Brock West, Brock North or Brock South sites in Ajax as examples; and FURTHER THAT copies of this resolution be forwarded to the Region of Durham, Town of Ajax, and to all Durham MPPs. 097 CARRIED: (signed) WAYNE ARTHURS MAYOR 098 PICKERING Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Picketing, Ontario Canada L1V 6K7 Direct Access 905.420.4660 cityofpickering, com OFFICE OF THE MAYOR Department 905.420.4600 Facsimile 905.420.6064 mayor @city. pickering, on.ca October 31,2003 The Honourable Harinder Takhar Minister of Transportation 3rd Floor, Ferguson Block 77 Wellesley Street West Toronto, ON M7A lZ8 Dear Minister, I would like to congratulate you on your recent appointment as Minister of Transportation. This is a very important portfolio for the Province and I wish you all the best in dealing with its many challenges. I am writing to you on behalf of the City of Pickering. As you will know, Pickering has a strong interest in transportation issues, including those related to provincial highways within our jurisdiction. We are currently assisting your Ministry on the environmental assessment for the Highway 407 East Completion, and in years past, we were actively engaged in working your Ministry and 407 ETR on the expansion of Highway 407 into Pickering and Durham Region. With respect to Highway 407, enclosed are two resolutions of Pickering Council that I'd like to bring to your attention. The first is a recent resolution concerning the draft terms of reference for the Highway 407 East Completion. You will note that this resolution includes a request that the Ministry of Transportation expedite the process wherever possible, and also that the Ministry assist the City and Region in funding improvements to existing roads that have been negatively impacted from the increased traffic volumes resulting from the existing terminus of Highway 407 being Brock Road in Pickering. The other resolution relates to the location of two future interchanges along Highway 407 within the Province's land holdings in Pickering. The City has consistently taken the position that these interchanges should not be on Whitevale Road or Sideline 24. We are concerned that 407 ETR has not accepted our position and are planning on establishing these interchanges in locations that are not acceptable to the City. We understand that the Province has a legal agreement with 407 ETR requiring that the locations of these interchanges be subject to negotiations and agreement between 407 ETR, the City and other stakeholders, and we look forward to your support and assistance with respect to this matter. /._.. The Honourable Harinder Takh4,~l IAI~FIMENT#.,,¼ TI3 REPORT #k.~Oct~ber ! 31,2OO3 Page 2 099 Again, congratulations on your appointment. Should you or your staff require any further information or clarification with respect to any of the matters outlined in this letter, please do not hesitate to contact the City at your earliest convenience. TM:Ijm Enclosure (for letter) Copy: Premier Dalton McGuinty Wayne Arthurs, MPP Members of Council Chief Administrative Officer City Clerk Yours truly Ma~ri~e Brenner Interim Mayor i00 IATTACHMEN'r #, RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL RESOLUTION #113/03, ITEM #8 DATE: MOVED BY: JULY 287 2003 COUNCILLOR RYAN SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR McCLEAN That Council receive for information Report CAO 08-03 concerni.ng the Draft Environmental Assessment Terms of Reference for the Highway 407 East Completion, prepared by Totten Sims Hubicki Associates (TSH) and Gartner Lee Limited for the Ministry of Transportation (MTO). That Council endorse the following recommendations with respect to the Highway 407 East Completion Draft EA Terms of Reference: a) That the City be provided clear and compelling supportive arguments prior to considering any preferred alignment and-. associated links of the Highway 407 East extension that deviate significantly from the previously recommended alignment anticipated in Pickering. b) That options for the location, design and number of interchanges, transit stations, truck inspection stations and commuter parking lots in Pickering be developed and reviewed in consultation with the City. IATTACHMENT TO REPORT That Council request MTO to expedite the Highway 407 East Completion EA process wherever possible and commence construction of the extension of Highway 407 from Brock Road eastward immediately following the conclusion of the EA process. That Council request MTO to assist the City and Region of Durham in funding improvements to' existing City/Regional roads that have been negatively impacted and deteriorated from significant increased local traffic movements and volume resulting from the current Highway 407 East terminus being located in Pickering. That a copy of this Report and Council recommendations be forwarded to MTO and the Region of Durham. CARRIED: (signed) WAYNE ARTHURS MAYOR IATTACHMENT# TO REPORT#o %, -, I RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL RESOLUTION #109101 DATE: MOVED BY: SEPTEMBER 17~ 2001 COUNCILLOR PICKLES SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR JOHNSON WHEREAS in Resolution #251/97, the City of Pickering specifically identified that during the Highway ~407 detailed design phase, two interchanges be provided in Seaton, but not located on either North Road or Sideline 24; and WHEREAS recent media reports have indicated that there are plans for full interchanges at North Road and Sideline 24; and WHEREAS in a recent CD ROM, 407 SLF have identified these interchanges as part of their contract with M.T.O.; and WHEREAS the residents of Whitevale have consistently raised significant concerns, and have opposed, an interchange at North Road and Sideline 24; and WHEREAS the bridges for North Road are being built as a pass-over of Highway 407 and SLF Joint Venture's contract with 407/ETR does not include an interchange to be built at this location. SLF's contract does, however, require them to build two interchanges, known as the Seaton interchanges, between York Region Road #30 (the Markham-Pickering Townline) and Brock Road, within a specified time frame. The contract with 407/ETR does state that the location of these interchanges is subject to negotiation and agreement between 407/ETR, the City of Pickering, and the affected stakeholders; and 104 PICKERING ATTACHMENT ,, TO REPORT# ,¥ Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario Canada LIV 6K7 Direct Access 905.420.4660 cityofpickering, com OFFICE OF THE MAYOR Department 905.420.4600 Facsimile 905.420.6064 mayor @city. pickering.on .ca November 4, 2003 The Honourable John Gerretsen Minister of Municipal Affairs 777 Bay Street, 17th Floor Toronto, ON M5G 2E5 Dear Minister, I would like to congratulate you on your recent appointment as Minister of Municipal Affairs. This is a very important portfolio for the Province and I wish you all the best in dealing with its many challenges. I am writing to you on behalf of the City of Pickering. As you will know, the City has embarked upon a Growth Management Study to determine the most appropriate lands for future growth and development in Pickering. Our study area includes the provincial "Seaton" lands as well as lands to the west known as the Agricultural Assembly. The study is proceeding very well. Council expects to receive a report early next year from our consulting team and staff, recommending a preferred growth option. The City takes pride in the fact that we conduct our planning studies in an open, transparent and professional manner, with full public and agency participation. The Growth Management Study is no different. We regularly seek the advise and input of our community through various public forums, from open houses to design workshops, as well as through the City's website. In addition, to help guide the study, we have established a Steering Committee made up of staff, council members, and representatives from the community, as well as a Technical Review and Advisory Committee with representation from a number of municipal, regional and provincial agencies. On more than one occasion, we have invited your Ministry to come to the table, and actively participate in our Growth Management Study. Unfortunately, this invitation has not yet been accepted. Instead, the previous government decided to act in a way that can only be described as confrontational. Rather than agreeing to work collaboratively with the City, the previous government enacted an Order under the Ontario Planning and Development Act to establish a "development planning area" over virtually the same lands as the City was already studying. That Order effectively gave the Minister the power to ignore the City's work, The Honourable John Gerret~J'TAI~HMENT # TO REPORT #~,l~°tember 4, 2003 ~ ~ ~ t,~.~.~ Page 2 105 and prepare his own development plan for the area, which would take precedence over the City's plan. We firmly believe this action was taken by the previous government not because it represented good planning, but rather, because the previous government did not want to run the risk of having the duly elected local council make planning decisions that conceivably could frustrate that government's questionable plan to swap public lands in Seaton for private developer lands on the Oak Ridge Moraine. Mr. Minister, you have the opportunity to right a serious wrong. I strongly urge you to rescind the Ministerial Order that was established by the previous government, and affirm your commitment to the local planning process. At the same time, I would encourage you to authorize your staff to work cooperatively with the City of Pickering on our Growth Management Study. We have some very interesting ideas on building new communities that we believe can raise the bar in the Province, if not nationally and perhaps internationally. With your assistance and involvement, we believe we can successfully demonstrate how to do things right - how to develop a new community that is much more sustainable, both from an environmental perspective and in terms of energy usage. We would like to speak with you at your earliest convenience about this exciting opportunity. By way of background, attached are a number of resolutions passed recently by Pickering Council. These resolutions were directed at the previous government, and clearly demonstrate the City's frustration and concern with the actions of that government. Again, congratulations on your appointment. Should you or your staff require any further information or clarification with respect to any of the matters outlined in this letter, please do not hesitate to contact the City at your earliest convenience. TM:ljm Enclosure (for letter) Copy: Premier Dalton McGuinty Wayne Arthurs, MPP Members of Council Chief Administrative Officer City Clerk Yours truly Maudce Brenner Interim Mayor !.06 ATTACHMENT# TO REPORT#o -' . RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL RESOLUTION #60/03 DATE: APRIL 287 2003 MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR BRENNER SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR HOLLAND WHEREAS in a resolution passed by the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering on February 4, 2002, directed the Director of Planning & Development to report on the elements of a Growth Management Study which would provide the basis for an Official Plan Review of all lands within the northern boundary of Highway #7 and the southern boundary as the C.P. Belleville Rail line; and WHEREAS in the resolution passed by Pickering Council on February 4, 2002, it was noted that the Official Plan Review would form the basis for how Pickering will manage future growth pressures; and WHEREAS in a resolution passed on May 21, 2002, Pickering Council established a Working Group whose mandate was to prepare detailed terms of reference for the Growth Management Study; and WHEREAS this Working Group was comprised of representatives of the City, including Members of Council, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing, the Region of Durham, the TRCA and various community stakeholder groups; and WHEREAS planning consultants, through the public tendering process, were invited to submit proposals, based on the detailed terms of reference prepared by the Working Group, to carry out the Growth Management Study; and I ATTACHMENT # TO REPORT# - I WHEREAS Pickering Council enacted By-law Number 6013/02 on July 29, 2002 to impose Interim Control over the study area; and WHEREAS no objections were received by the City of Pickering with respect to the passing of Interim Control By-law Number 6013/02; and WHEREAS the consulting firm of Dillon and Associates was selected to undertake the Growth Management Study and have held a series of Task Force Meetings and has held a public Open House advising residents of the Study and receive feedback; and WHEREAS in a resolution passed on October 21, 2002, Pickering Council expressed its concern that the North Pickering Land Exchange Review Panel was initiating planning processes and principles in isolation of initiatives already undertaken by the City of Pickering through its Growth Management Study; and WHEREAS in a letter dated October 22, 2002 to the Honourable Chris Hodgson, Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing, Mayor Arthurs conveyed the resolution passed by Council on October 21, 2002 and went on to state Council's desire to work in cooperation with the Province to arrive at the best possible land use plan on the understanding that the best plan can only be accomplished if local and Regional planning processes are respected and the Province works cooperatively with the City of Pickering and the Region of Durham; and WHEREAS in the letter dated October 22, 2002, Mayor Arthurs requested that Members of Council have an opportunity to meet with the Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing to discuss a cooperative planning process; and WHEREAS two Zoning Orders that were filed on April 17, 2003 under the Planning Act and the Planning & Development Act, the Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing effectively precluded the City of Pickering's and the Regional Municipality of Durham's responsibility and jurisdiction for planning for almost one-quarter of the geographical area of the City of Pickering; and WHEREAS Section 2 of the Municipal Act, 2001, authorizes municipalities "to be responsible and accountable governments with respect to matters within their jurisdiction and each municipality is given powers and duties under..." the said Act which powers and. duties include "...fostering the current and future economic, social and environmental well-being of the municipality..."; and WHEREAS the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing by his action on April 17, 2003, effectively placed his government's interests above the stated intent of the Municipal Act, 2001, and the interests of the constituents of the Corporation of the City of Pickering; 107 IATTACHMENT ' #,,,,,,5 TO REPORT NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering hereby directs the appropriate staff to file a complaint with the Provincial Ombudsman regarding the actions of the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing in removing all legitimate authority of the City of Pickering from planning in those areas covered by the Minister's Orders. CARRIED: (signed) WAYNE ARTHURS MAYOR IATTACHMENT # TO REPORT _!.09 RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL RESOLUTION #61/03 DATE: MOVED BY: APRIL 28, 2003 COUNCILLOR McCLEAN SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR HOLLAND WHEREAS in a resolution passed by the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering on February 4, 2002, directed the Director of Planning & Development to report on the elements of a Growth Management Study which would provide the basis for an Official Plan Review of all lands within the northern boundary of Highway #7 and the southern boundary as the C.P. Belleville Rail line; and WHEREAS in the resolution passed by Pickering Council on February 4, 2002, it was noted that the Official Plan Review would form the basis for how Pickering will manage future growth pressures; and WHEREAS in a resolution passed on May 21, 2002, Pickering Council established a Working Group whose mandate was to prepare detailed terms of reference for the Growth Management Study; and WHEREAS this Working Group was comprised of representatives of the City, including Members of Council, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing, the Region of Durham, the TRCA and various community stakeholder groups; and WHEREAS planning consultants, through the public tendering process, were invited to submit proposals, based on the detailed terms of reference prepared by the Working Group, to carry out the Growth Management Study; and I ATTAOHMENT# TO REPORT# ° I WHEREAS Pickering Council enacted By-law Number 6013/02 on July 29, 2002 to impose Interim Control over the study area; and WHEREAS no objections were received by the City of Pickering with respect to the passing of Interim Control By-law Number 6013/02; and WHEREAS the consulting firm of Dillon and Associates was selected to undertake the Growth Management Study and have held a series of Task Force Meetings and has held a public Open House advising residents of the Study and receive feedback; and WHEREAS in a resolution passed on October 21, 2002, Pickering Council expressed its concern that the North Pickering Land Exchange Review Panel was initiating planning processes and principles in isolation of initiatives already undertaken by the City of Pickering through its Growth Management Study; and WHEREAS in a letter dated October 22, 2002 to the Honourable Chris Hodgson, Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing, Mayor Arthurs conveyed the resolution passed by Council on October 21, 2002 and went on to state Council's desire to work in cooperation with the Province to arrive at the best possible land use plan on the Understanding that the best plan can only be accomplished if local and Regional planning processes are respected and the Province works cooperatively with the City of Pickering and the Region of Durham; and WHEREAS in the letter dated October 22, 2002, Mayor Arthurs requested that Members of Council have an opportunity to meet with the Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing to discuss a cooperative planning process; and WHEREAS two Zoning Orders that were filed on April 17, 2003 under the Planning Act and the Planning & Development Act, the Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing effectively precluded the City of Pickering's and the Regional Municipality of Durham's responsibility and jurisdiction for planning for almost one-quarter of the geographical area of the City of Pickering; and WHEREAS Section 2 of the Municipal Act, 2001, authorizes municipalities "to be responsible and accountable governments with respect to matters within their jurisdiction and each municipality is given powers and duties under..." the said Act which powers and duties include "...fostering the current and future economic, social and environmental well-being of the municipality..."; and WHEREAS the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing by his action on April 17, 2003, effectively placed his government's interests above the stated intent of the Municipal Act, 2001, and the interests of the constituents of the Corporation of the City of Pickering; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Picketing hereby petitions the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Ontario to repeal the two' Zoning Orders filed by the Minister of Municipal Affairs as the City of Picketing continues with its Growth Management Study in consultation with the Province of Ontario, the Region of Durham, the TRCA and all interested stakeholders in this planning process; and FURTHER THAT the decisions of the City of Pickering continue to have the full weight and authority of the Planning Act and the Municipal Act, 200'1; and FURTHER THAT these decisions be of full force and effect; and FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to: · The Honourable Ernie Eves, Premier of Ontario · Dalton McGuinty, Leader of the Opposition · Howard Hampton, Leader of the New Democratic Party · The Honourable Gary Carr, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly FURTHER THAT copies of this resolution be forwarded to: · The Association of Municipalities of Ontario · All Ontario Municipalities · GTA Task Force on Ontario Municipal Board Reform CARRIED: (signed) WAYNE ARTHURS MAYOR !12 RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL RESOLUTION #62/03 DATE: MOVED BY: APRIL 28, 2003 COUNCILLOR McCLEAN SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR PICKLES WHEREAS the Province of Ontario seeks to accommodate those development interests affected by the Provincial development freeze on various lands in the Oak Ridges Moraine by permitting development within the City of Pickering; and WHEREAS the North Pickering Land Exchange Review Panel is implementing the facilitation of the development in Pickering for those development interests; and WHEREAS the Minister of Municipal Affairs by Orders dated April 17, 2003, seeks to superimpose provincial interests and jurisdiction over the statutory and legitimate interests of the constituents of the Corporation of the City of Pickering; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering ' hereby requests the Province supply all documentation and information pertaining to the Provincial interest in the development of land within the City of Pickering including all agreements between the Province of Ontario and those development interests who are being accommodated within the boundaries of the City of Pickering; and IATTACHMENT #,,, ~ TI~REPORT#o~'?~ I FURTHER THAT if such documentation and information is not forthcoming, Council authorizes staff to make a request under the Provincial Freedom of Information and Protection of PrivaCy Act for this information. .t..13 CARRIED: (signed) WAYNE ARTHURS MAYOR !ATTACHMEN'r# % TO REPORT RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL RESOLUTION #71103,. DATE: MOVED BY: MAY 20~ 2003 COUNCILLOR BRENNER SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR RYAN WHEREAS in a resolution passed by the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering on February 4, 2002, the Director of Planning & Development was directed to report on the elements of a Growth Management Study which would provide the basis for an Official Plan Review of all lands from the Seaton Lands in the east to the York/Durham Town Line in the west and within the northern boundary of Highway #7 and the southern boundary as the C.P. Belleville Rail line; and WHEREAS in the resolution passed by Pickering Council on February 4, 2002, it was noted that the Official Plan Review would form the basis for how Pickering will manage future growth pressures; and WHEREAS Pickering Council enacted By-law Number 6013/02 on July 29, 2002 to impose Interim Control over the study area; and WHEREAS no objections were received by the City of Pickering with respect to the passing of Interim Control By-law Number 6013/02; and WHEREAS the consulting firm of Dillon and Associates was selected to undertake the Growth Management Study and have already held public Open Houses to advise residents of the Study and receive feedback; and ATTACHMENT # WHEREAS in a resolution passed on October 21, 2002, Pickering Council expressed its concern that the North Pickering Land Exchange Review Panel was initiating planning processes and principles in isolation of initiatives already undertaken by the City of Pickering through its Growth Management Study; and WHEREAS in a letter dated October 22, 2002 to the Honourable Chris Hodgson, Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing, Mayor Arthurs conveyed the resolution passed by Council on October 21, 2002 and went on to state Council's desire to work in cooperation with the Province to arrive at the best possible land use plan on the understanding that the best plan can only be accomplished if local and Regional planning processes are respected and the Province works cooperatively with the City of Pickering and the Region of Durham; and WHEREAS in a Zoning Order filed on April 17, 2003 under the Planning Act, the Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing imposed a zoning freeze on lands known as the Agricultural Assembly thereby eliminating the City of Pickering's ability to plan for such lands; and WHEREAS the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing has disclosed no planning or other rationale for the imposition of a Ministerial Zoning Order; and WHEREAS the City of Pickering has undertaken all appropriate steps for the planning of the area affected by the Minister's Zoning Order; and WHEREAS the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing did not appeal the Interim Control By-law passed by the City of Pickering on July 29, 2002 and purported to continue to cooperate with the City for the planning of the area; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering: 1. hereby requests the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, pursuant to subsection 47(8) of the Planning Act, to revoke his Order filed on April 17, 2003 to impose a zoning freeze on the lands known as the agricultural assembly; 2. hereby directs that an appeal to the Zoning Order be filed with the Ontario Municipal Board pursuant to subsection 47(10) of the Planning Act. CARRIED: (siRned) WAYNE ARTHURS MAYOR ATTACHMENT# TO REPORT RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL RESOLUTION #73103 DATE: MOVED BY: MAY 207 2003 COUNCILLOR BRENNER SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR RYAN WHEREAS in a resolution passed by the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering on February 4, 2002, the Director of Planning & Development was directed to report on the elements of a Growth Management Study which would provide the basis for an Official Plan Review of all lands from the Seaton Lands in the east to the York/Durham Town Line in the west and within the northern boundary of Highway #7 and the southern boundary as the C.P. Belleville Rail line; and WHEREAS in the resolution passed by Pickering Council on February 4, 2002, it was noted that the Official Plan Review would form the basis for how Pickering will manage future growth pressures; and WHEREAS Pickering Council enacted By-law Number 6013/02 on July 29, 2002 to impose Interim Control over the study area; and WHEREAS no objections were received by the City of Pickering with respect to the passing of Interim Control By-law Number 6013/02; and WHEREAS the consulting firm of Dillon and Associates was selected to undertake the Growth Management Study and have already held public Open Houses to advise residents of the Study and receive feedback; and ATTACHMENT # TO REI 0RT WHEREAS in a resolution passed on October 21, 2002, Pickering Council expressed its concern that the North Pickering Land Exchange Review Panel was initiating planning processes and principles in isolation of initiatives already undertaken by the City of Pickering through its Growth Management Study; and WHEREAS in a letter dated October 22, 2002 to the Honourable Chds Hodgson, Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing, Mayor Arthurs conveyed the resolution passed by Council on October 21, 2002 and went on to state Council's desire to Work in cooperation with the Province to arrive at the best possible land use plan on the understanding that the best plan can only be accomplished if local and Regional planning processes are respected and the Province works cooperatively with the City of Pickering and the Region of Durham; and WHEREAS in an Order filed on April 17, 2003 under the Ontario Planning and Development Act, the Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing by an Order designated all lands within the City of Pickering interim control by-law noted herein and also designated further lands known as the Duffins Heights Neighbourhood as a development planning area; and WHEREAS the ultimate purpose of the Order is to eliminate the City of Pickering's ability to plan for such lands; and WHEREAS the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing has disclosed no planning or other rationale for the imposition of the Order; and WHEREAS the City of Pickering has previously undertaken all appropriate steps for the planning of the area affected by the Minister's Order; and WHEREAS the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing did not appeal the Interim Control By-law passed by the City of Pickering on July 29, 2002 and purported to continue to cooperate with the City for the planning of the area: NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering: hereby requests the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, to revoke his Order filed on April 17, 2003 designating certain lands within the City of Pickering as a development planning area; hereby requests the Ontario Municipal Board to hold a hearing with respect to the said Minister's Order. CARRIED: (signed) WAYNE ARTHURS MAYOR _1.18 CHMENT# '5 TO REPORT#o - . I-'I(?KERi bl( RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL RESOLUTION #135/03 DATE: SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 MOVED BY: COUNCILLOR BRENNER SECONDED BY: COUNCILLOR RYAN WHEREAS the Province of Ontario announced that it was swapping Provincially- owned lands in the Seaton area of Pickering, for lands in Richmond Hill and Uxbridge owned by private developers on the Oak Ridges Moraine; and WHEREAS on April 17, 2003, the Provincial Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing issued an Order under the Ontario Planning and Development Act establishing a "development planning area" over the Seaton lands, as well as adjacent lands to the west and south of Seaton, requiring the Minister to prepare a "Development Plan" for lands in the development planning area; and WHEREAS in June 2003, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing issued a "Request for Proposals" for the purpose of completing a Development Plan for lands within the development planning area; and WHEREAS on May 7, 2003, the Province gave first reading to Bill 25, which Bill includes a provision that would have the effect of allowing development plans prepared by the Province for lands within development planning areas to be exempt from the requirements of the Environmental Assessment AcC, and ATTACHMEN'r # 5 TO REFJORT #~ ~1 WHEREAS Bill 25 is not in force; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering hereby authorizes the Solicitor for the City to initiate legal action against the Province of Ontario for failure to undertake a proper environmental assessment before announcing the land swap, establishing a development planning area, or issuing a Request for Proposals. CARRIED: (siRned) WAYNE ARTHURS MAYOR PICKERING I ATTACHMEN'r ~° [ , TO REPORT Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario Canada L1V 6K7 Direct Access 905.420.4660 cityo~ickering.com OFFICE OF THE MAYOR Department 905.420.4600 Facsimile 905.420.6064 mayor @city. pickering.on .ca November 11,2003 The Honourable David Caplan Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal 7th Floor, Frost Building South 7 Queen's Park Crescent Toronto, ©N M7A 1Y7 Dear Minister, I would like to congratulate you on your recent appointment as Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal. This is a very important portfolio for the Province and I wish you all the best in dealing with its many challenges. I am writing to you on behalf of the City of Pickering. In January 2002, the City forwarded an Expression of Interest to the Ministry of Transportation requesting GTIP funding assistance for the construction of a pedestrian bridge over Highway 401 to link the Pickering GO-Train Station with our downtown core. Earlier this year we received confirmation from the Province that our Expression of Interest had been accepted. In August, Ministry of Transportation staff met with us to discuss the project in some detail. At that time they also provided a draft GTIP agreement for our review. I understand that matters related to GTIP funding may now fall under your jurisdiction. I would therefore like to express to you the City's continued commitment to this bridge project. As we outlined in our Expression of Interest, a pedestrian bridge over Highway 401 .connecting the Pickering GO-Train Station with our downtown core provides a number of important economic, social and environmental benefits to the residents and businesses of Pickering, as well as to GO-Transit and the Province. The City is very interested in working actively and cooperatively with the Province, so that we can finalize an agreement early in 2004, and begin construction of the pedestrian bridge soon thereafter. The Honourable David Caplan I ATTACHMENT # ...... November 11, 2003 ~ TO HI:PURI#~-~I ~ ,~ 0 t,~,~> Page 2 Again, congratulations on your appointment. Should you or your staff require any further information or clarification with respect to any of the matters outlined in this letter, please do not hesitate to contact the City at your earliest convenience. Yours truly TM:Ijm Copy: Premier Dalton McGuinty Wayne Arthurs, MPP Members of Council Chief Administrative Officer City Clerk Maurice Brenner Interim Mayor