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NOS.ii1 Mhi - Monday, September 9, 2013
7:00 pm - Council Chambers
Chair: Councillor Dickerson
Present:
Mayor Ryan
Councillors:
K. Ashe
D. Dickerson
B. McLean
J. O'Connell
D. Pickles
P. Rodrigues
Also Present:
T. Prevedel - Chief Administrative Officer
P. Bigioni - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor
R Holborn - Director, Engineering & Public Works
T. Melymuk - Director, City Development
B. Douglas - Fire Chief
S. Karwowski - (Acting) Division Head, Finance & Treasurer
C. Rose - Chief Planner
D. Shields - City Clerk
D. Selsky - Manager, Capital Projects & Infrastructure
L. Roberts - Committee Coordinator
(I) Disclosure of Interest
No disclosures of interest were noted.
(II) Delegations
1. Rob Quig
Re: Report PLN 20-13
Heritage Permit Application, Whitevale Bridge
Rob Quig, 440 Whitevale Road, appeared before the Committee on behalf of the
Whitevale Bridge Committee. Through the aid of a power point presentation, Mr.
Quig outlined the majority of concerns, noting opposition to the proposed 50%
increase in bridge size. He indicated that with no east/west access, the community
will be divided. He also stated concerns with the lack of pedestrian access during
construction which would result in community events being cut off from the west end
residents, as well as the impact on area businesses. He noted the importance of
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their Spring Festival scheduled to take place on May 24, 2014, stating the impact on
this as well. He questioned how the residents would retrieve their mail and also
stated concerns for the safety of children in the area, noting they would attempt to
find alternate routes. He stated that while the proposed design is an improvement
from where they started, there was still an opportunity to do something better. For
these reasons, they feel a pedestrian bridge would be a solution to address these
issues.
A question and answer period ensued.
2. Charles Sopher
Mr. Sopher withdrew his delegation
3 Nicole Brewster
Re: Report PLN 20-13
Heritage Permit Application, Whitevale Bridge
Nicole Brewster, 335 Whitevale Road, appeared before the Committee. She stated
her full support of the bridge reconstruction, but expressed concerns as a resident
and small business owner in the area. She explained the pedestrian hazards that
currently exist and the need to remove pedestrian traffic from the bridge. She also
noted neighbourhood access as an issue, and the impact on business in the area if
pedestrian traffic is hindered during the construction phase. She questioned whether
appropriate signage would be installed to direct residents into Whitevale and off of
North Road as well as how mail pick up would be handled. Ms. Brewster also stated
concerns with speeding in the area, noting the existing speed humps are no longer a
sufficient deterrent. She stated more information on timing for the process of
construction would be required to keep residents informed.
A question and answer period ensued with discussions relating to a pedestrian
bridge, speed mitigation, and the dangers surrounding the trail exiting directly into
traffic.
4. Richard Gosling
Re: Report PLN 20-13
Heritage Permit Application, Whitevale Bridge
Richard Gosling, 425 Whitevale Road, appeared before the Committee, stating his
main concern was with respect to safety, traffic flow and speeding. He stated he was
in favour of a pedestrian bridge, noting concerns that if this design proceeds,
someone will get hurt. He also stated the impact on businesses would be great. He
noted the number of runners that currently use the trail area and noted that they
would continue to use the area during the construction phase.
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A question and answer period ensued.
5. Gary Ataman
Re: Report PLN 20-13
Heritage Permit Application. VVhitevale Bridge
Gary Ataman, Chair, Friends of Seaton Hiking Trail, appeared before the Committee
stating his concerns with the disruptions during construction with no alternate route
being provided for hikers. He stated he supports a separate walkway, noting this
should be done first, prior to the bridge reconstruction. He noted a lack of details
with respect to getting around the guardrails, stating his concerns for safety. He
questioned the alternate route under the bridge, and whether water levels in Spring
had been considered. He also noted his support of the majority of comments from
the Whitevale community group.
6. Lloyd Thomas
Re: Report PLN 20-13
Heritage Permit Applicaiton, Whitevale Bridge
Lloyd Thomas, 489 Whitevale Road, appeared before the Committee questioning
how to bring all parties involved together to make this happen, requesting that
Pickering take a leadership role. He stated having two sidewalks on the bridge would
not ensure safety, and stressed the need to remove pedestrians from the bridge.
A question and answer period ensued
Further discussion took place with respect to the construction of a pedestrian bridge
prior to demolition of the existing bridge, costs and funding opportunities. Questions
were raised regarding the construction staging, proper signage for detour routes as
well as the guardrails. Staff were requested to provide details on what this process
would entail as well as examples of what was done in other areas to accommodate
residents during a construction phase of six months or more.
(III) Matters for Consideration
1. Director, City Development, Report PLN 20-13
Heritage Permit Application
Whitevale Bridge over the West Duffins Creek on Whitevale Road
Whitevale Heritage Conservation District
Recommendation
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Chair: Councillor Dickerson
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
1. That the Heritage Permit Application submitted by GHD, on behalf of the City of
Pickering, to allow the removal and replacement of the Whitevale Bridge over
West Duffins Creek, located within the Whitevale Heritage Conservation District,
be approved, subject to the following condition:
a) that staff, in consultation with the Whitevale Bridge Committee and the
Heritage Committee,
(i) consider the use of materials other than concrete for the proposed
curb and gutter located at the ends of the replacement bridge;
(ii) identify appropriate remnants of the former bowstring Arch bridge
and the existing Whitevale Bridge for salvage and identify an
appropriate location and display to commemorate the history and
significance of the existing and former Whitevale Bridges; and
(iii) develop an appropriate wording and location for a plaque to
commemorate the history and significance of the existing and former
Whitevale Bridges.
Carried Later
in the Meeting
[Refer to following motion]
Moved by Councillor McLean
Seconded by Councillor Rodriges
That the main motion be amended to include the following as Item 2;
2. That staff be directed to investigate a pedestrian bridge over Duffins Creek and work
with TRCA and other interested parties and report back to Council on the feasibility of
implementation.
The main motion as amended was then Carried unanimously on a recorded vote.
2. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report CLK 01-13
2014 Standing Committee and Council Meeting Schedule
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
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That the 2014 Standing Committee and Council Meeting Schedule included as
Attachment 1 to this report be approved.
Carried Later
in the Meeting
Refer to following motion]
Moved by Councillor Ashe
Seconded by Councillor O'Connell
That the main motion be amended to reflect meetings in January be held on the 2"d
3rd and 4th Mondays.
The main motion was then Carried as amended.
3. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report FIN 18-13
Cash Position Report as at June 30, 2013
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Ashe
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
It is recommended that Report FIN 18-13 from the Director, Corporate Services &
City Solicitor be received for information.
Carried
4. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report FIN 19-13
2012 Municipal Performance Measurement Program — Provincially Mandated
Public Reporting of Performance Measures
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Ashe
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
It is recommended that Report FIN 19-13 from the Director, Corporate Services &
City Solicitor be received for information.
Carried
(V) Adjournment
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Chair: Councillor Dickerson
The meeting adjourned at 9:21 pm.
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