Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 25, 1996 (Special) e . . . I , ~ SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING A Special Meeting of the Pickering Town Council was held on Mo~1ay, January 2Ç, 1996 at 7:30 p.m. PRESENT: Mayor Wayne Arthurs COUNCILLORS: M. Brenner R. Johnson E. Pistritto D. Ryan S. Senis ALSO PRESENT: C.M.T. Sheffield T.J. Quinn B. Taylor - TOv.l1 Manager - Executive Director of Operations - Town Clerk This Special Meeting of Council was called by Mayor Arthurs pursuant to Section 3 of By-law 3665/91 (procedural By-law) to consider nominations br appointment to the vacant seat of Regional Councillor Ward 2 and other matters associated thereto. ill I. DELEGATIONS Norm Ronoluss, 1757 Silvml1om Square, stated th..it he supports Ralph Sutton for appointment to the vacant seat ùf Regional C')uncillor Ward 2 because he has found Mr. Sutton to fair but firm and is involved if. the community and is retired anJ can provide the t:me dIat is needed for the job. 2. Sue Miller, 1123 Timber Court, stated that she supports the appointment of Ralph Sutton btcause he is currattly a hydro commissioner and is res~'1ed by the staff and management. She It)ted that Mr. Sutton is dedicated, committd and ~rsonable and has committed much time to the Ajax/Pickering Hospital Foundation. 3. Henry Tesligte, 1127 Timber Court, stated that he represents the Marshall Farms Community AJsociation and supports the appointment of Ralph Sutton. He noted that Mr. Sutton is very involved in the community and because he is retired, he has the time for the position and the enthusiasm. . . 10. . . II. - , 10 m DELEGATIONS 4. Don Mitchell, 1124 Timber Court, stated that he supports the appøint of Ralph Sutton because as the President of a ratepayers association in Scarb.')rough, Mr. Sutton was successful and involved. He noted that Mr. Sutton is involved in many charities and has many good qualities for public office. Mr. Mitchell asked that any person who is not a resident of the Ward not be appointed. 5. Ralph Sutton, 1104 Timber Court, stated that he would like to serve the community in either the Regional or Local Councillor seat. He noted tlwl he is committed to the community through his involvement O~l the Pickering Hydro- Electric Commission, various charities and community grOl.ops. 6. David Matthews, 714 Annland Street, stated that he wants or'y a resident of Ward 2 to represent the Ward and felt that Council should not appvmt someone who lost in the last regular election. 7. Alan May, 895 Sandy Beach Road, Unit 12, stated that he owns a business in Ward 2 and noted that the Regional Council seat should be filled by the present Local Councillor and that her vacant seat be filled by appointment or by-election. 8. Janice Frampton, representing the Taxpayers Coalition of Pickering and Ajax, stated that the Local Councillor should be promoted to the vacant Regional Councillor seat. 9. David Strain, 1201 Halsey Lane, asked that Council listen to the residents of Ward 2. He recommended that Council hire a polIing company to determine the support for the various candidates and make its decision based on the results of that poll. Bruce Palanik, 1800 Bronte Square, stated that the residents of Ward 2 need a ' strong voice at the Region to deal with the GT A. He stated that Councillor Senis should be appointed to the vacant seat and that her position be filled by a by- election. She has been elected and has worked with David Farr and the residents. Scott Smith, 1875 Malden Crescent, stated that David Farr expressed his desire to have Councillor Senis promoted to his seat when it was vacant. He noted that Councillor Senis was elected in the last regular election to represent the residents of Ward 2. He read a letter ftom Louise Farr who expressed her husband's wish that Councillor Senis be appointed to his seat when it became vacant. 12. Gerry Lawrie, 925 Bayly Street, stated that he had a petition ftom the OAC students at St. Mary Secondary School supporting the appointment of Councillor Senis. 13. Bill Hicks, 555 Steeple Hill, stated that he is the President of the South Pickering Senior Citizens. Since his Club is located in Ward 2, he is concerned about the appointment and supported the appointment of Councillor SeI1is. 14. Marilyn Hedge, 557 Marksbury Road, stated that she supports the appointment of Councillor Senis because she has worked with her on the Frenchman's Bay Festival and other community events. 15. Louise Boehlar, 889 Antonio Street, stated that she represents various groups and charities in the Town. She stated that she supports the appointment of Councillor Senis and that a by-election be held to fill her position. 16. TIll Foster, 1049 Dalewood Drive, stated that she is capable and qualified to sit on Council. She wants to preserve the assets of the Town and respond to future challenges. She is committed to the Town and is presently the Chair of the Public Library Board. She noted that she has been involved in other community groups and her career WU with the television media. . . . . - , II m DELEGATIONS 17. Richard Ward, Box 5142, Claremont, stated that he has been an observer of the political process and supports the concept of an appointltkmt instead of a by-Jaw to fill the vacant position. He felt the appointee does not need to live in Ward 2 and stated that he supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson. 18. David Cartwright, 1926 Malden Crescent, stated that Councillor Senis should b~ appointed to the vacant position because she has worked with David Farr and was elected by the residents of Ward 2 to represent them. 19. Chris Wood, 1529 Somergrove Crescent, stated that he has a petition signed by 86 OAC students at Pine Ridge Secondary School to support the appointment of Councillor Senis to the vacant position and hold a by-election to fill her position. 20. Charles Smith, 679 Annland Street, stated that he sees many changes occurring in the near future and supported Doug Dickerson for appointment to the vacant position. 21. Eileen Higdon, 852 Fairview Avenue, stated that she is available for appointment to the vacancy. She referred to her achievement on Council in the past term and wants to continue to OPPf,se the Brock West Landfill Site, keep taxes in line and facilitate the beautification of older areas. Resolution #10/96 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Johnson That additional delegations who wish to speak to the issue of the appointment to the vacancy in the seat of Regional Councillor Ward 2 be heard. CARRIED Resolution 1#11/96 Moved by Councillor Ryan Seconded by Councillor Pistritto That this Council recess for five minutes. CARRIED ill DELEGATIONS - continued 22. Cheryl Dickerson, 1298 Dona Park Road, stated that she supports the appointment of her father, Doug Dickerron, to the vacancy. She noted that he continues to get calls ftom residents about the Town's business and he is involved in the community. 23. ~ill Lightstone, 852 Bern Avenue, stated that he supports the appoin~'fIt of Doug Dickerson to the vacancy because he has experience and knowledge of the Town. . . . . 33. 34. 35. 36. - 37. ~ 38. 12 m DELEGA TIONS 24. Kari Hang Ir. 393 Rosebank Road South, stated that he is not a candidate to be considered for ap¡>OO1tment and that he and his 98ttnts have a business in Pickering. He supporb the appointment of Doug Dickerson to the vacancy. 25. Brenda Birinyi. 778 Millbank Road. st8ted that she spoke to David Farr shC'rny before his death and it was his wish that Councillor Senis be appointed to fill hi! seat when it became vacant. She noted that Councillor Senis has taken over the duties of David Farro 26. Wayne Buksa, 1627 Belinda Court, stated that he supports the appoÍi,tment of Doug Dickerson to the vacancy because he is a successful businessman, a knowledgeable Councillor and a good mend. 27. Bill Brophy, 846 Naroch Boulevard, stated that he supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson to the vacancy became he has experience on the R~onal Council and he respects Doug Dickerson. 28. Myrna Picotte stated that she supports the appointment vf Doug Dickerson to the vacancy because he is a oons.,;entiolJs person whom she wouldn't hesitate to tùre for her own business. 29. AI Wmger, 1975 Rosefield Road, stated that he supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson to the vacancy because he is experienced, he worlced with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and is a past Councillor. 30. Bill Boyes, 1159 Canborough Crescent, stated that Council should look at all facets of each of the candidates. He supports the appointment of fill Foster to the vacancy because she has experience, she is committe"- and is involved :n the community. 31. Pat Ma.-uon, 838 Miriam Road, stated that he supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson to the vacancy becàuse he has experience and lives in Ward 2. 32. Tom Mohr, 842 Naroch Boulevard, stated that the person appointed to fill the vø.cancy must COJnÞ ftom Ward 2 and the appointment must not be politically expedient. He supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson because of his experience. Helen Dion, 506 Petticoat Lane, stated that she supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson because he is experienceQ and lives ir. Ward 2. Richard Wagner, Concession 5, stated that he supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson because he !-.ä3 always t'Cen available to the ïesidents. Raymond Burke, 1155 T~-.z~ C)urt, stated that he supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson because he is expt>:'Ïenced and dedicated. Paul Aube, 817 Sanok Drive, stated that he supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson because he is knowledgeable of all of Pickering. lain McCully, Greenwood, stated that he supports the appointment of fill Foster because she bas promised to not run for the position of Regional Councillor Ward 2 in 1997. A resident of Storrington Street stated that M supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson because of his past work. . . 45. 46. . 47. . 48 49. 50. 51. - ~ 13 ill DELEGA 1'10NS 39. Richard Gamblin, 1882 Bowler Drive. stated that he alpþorts the appointment of Doug Dick~n because he has always been involved in the comlßUlÚty and is ~"PCfÌenced. 40. Robert White stated that he supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson because he has knowledge of the whole Town, he is able to compromise, he is experienced and he has helped out in the commwúty. 41. Tammy Smith, 1230 Radom Street, stated that she supports the appointment of Doug Dicb.rson because he is honest. sincere and dedicated. 42. Lorraine Bodet stated that she supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson. 43. D3n Buller, 1962 Bowier Drive, stated that he supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson. 44. Bernie Luttmer, 633A Liverpool Road, stated that he supports the appointment of Councillor Senis because ~ìe has been elected by the residents of Ward 2 and there should be a by..efectioit to -ru her position. Maria Javor, 870 Strouds Lane, stated that she supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson based on his past work. Rodney Dale stated that he support s the appointment of Doug Dickerscn because he would be an asset on Council. Ted Dicaire. 1370 Fleldlight Boulevard, stated that he supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson because all Regional Councillors have an effect on tht! Town. Walter Kitchener, 723 Lublin Avenue, stated that he supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson because he has experience and maturity. Mario Dionne, 1186 Cedarcroft Crescent, supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson because he is honest and dedicated. Barbara Cillo, 719 Simpson Avenue, stated that she supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson because he is honest. Ruth Ann Scltedlich., 981 Essa Crescent, stated that she supports the appointment of Councillor Senis because she has worked hard and was involved in the community with David Farr. 52. Helen Wisbnowski, 727 Lublin Avenue, stated that she supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson. 53. Sandy McKechnie. 737 Breezy Drive, stated that she would move back to Ward 2 if she were appointed to the vacant position. She noted that her past work gives her a knowledge and perspective of the Town. 54. Gerald Cole. 1503 Rawlings Drive, stated that he supports the appointment of Doug Dickerson. Doug Dickerson stated that he has been on Council and wants to serve the community again. He noted that he has experience and knows the political processes and that he can deal with the many changes and cha11ehges to be met in the near future. . 55. . . . . - - 14 m DELEGATIONS 56. Wayne Sems. 1003 Shennan Crescent, stated that Councillor Senis has experience because she has a current knowledge of the issues. 57. Jacqueline Smart, 829 Fairview Avenue, stated that she supports the appointment of Councillor Senis because she was elected by the residents of Ward 2 and she was supported by David Farr. Kip Van Kempen stated that Council should determine how appointments were made in the past and request what is wanted by the community. He noted that Ajax appointed a membŒ of Council to a ~acant Regional Council seat recently. 58. 59. Mrs. Whitely, Maple Ridge Drive, stated that she supports the appointment of Councillor Senis. Resolution !11l2§ Moved by Councillor Senis Seconded by Councillor Ryan That Council recess for five minutes. CARRIED an APPOINTMENT TO W ARB 2 REGIONAL COUNCIL SEAT a) Nominations for Appointment i) Councillor Johnson nominated Doug Dickerson who consented to the nomination verbally. ü) Councillor Senis nominated Sherry Senis who consented to the nominatirJD verbally. ill) Councillor Ryan nominated fill Foster who consented to the nomination verbally. b) Motion to Close Nominations Moved by Councillor Ryan Seconded ry Councillor Brenner That nominations for persons to fill the vacancy in the Ward 2 Regional Councillor seat be closed. CARRIED c) Speech of Suppot by Nominator Councillors Ryan, Senis and Johnson each gave, speech of support for the candidate they nominated. . . . . ~ , ~ d) VotinJ on NOOÜllBl Mayor ArthUIs called the vote on the nominees u follows: Councillor Brenner Councillor Johnson Councillor Pistritto Councillor Ryan CouncillorSenis Mayor Arthurs IS - Doug Dickerson - Doug Dickerson - Doug Dickerson - fill Foster - S berry Senis - Sherry Senis Inasmuch as a maj<iiÌty was not received for any candidate, fill Foster was dcleted and a second vote was called as follows: Councillor Brenner Councillor Johnson Councillor Pistritto Councillor Ryan Councillor Senis Mayor Arthurs ResoIutioa 11113/96 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Brenner - Doug Dickerson - Doug Dickerson - Doug Dickerson - Doug Dickerson - Sherry Senis - Sherry Senis That By-law 4724/96 to appoint Doug Dickerson to the vacant seat of Regional Councillor Ward 2 be read a first. second and third time and passed. Recorded Vote: CARRIED Yes: Councillors Brenner, Johnson, Pistritto, Ryan and Mayor Arthurs No: Councillor Senis Councillor Dìclcerson gave Iús Declaration of Elected Office and Oath of Allegiance and assumed the seat of Regional Councillor Ward 2. am NOTICF OF MOTION The following Notice of Motion was introduced by Councillor Ryan, Seconded by Councillor Pistritto: WHEREAS Section 9(9) of the Regional Municipalities Act states that a vacancy in the office of a member of a Regional Council, other than the head of the council of an area municipality, can only be filled by appointment within sixty days after the vacancy occurs; and WHEREAS both the Regional Municipalities Act and the Municipal Act provide ror a council to chose if it wishes to hold a by-election or make an appointment to fill the V8CIIIC)' in the office of Mayor or Local CounciUor, and WHEREAS the requirement to fill the vacancy in the office of a Regional Councillor by appointment only is an impediment to iliê democratic process of ùJowing the residents to seIccC the penon they wish to have represent them; and - . . . ~ , . 16 mn NOTICE OF MOTION - condnued WHEREAS an appointment precludes any f)Ubliç input and debate of the current ÌI8ueI and candidates for office; and WHEREAS an appointment puts an unfair onus on the members of a council who do not represent the area to which the vacancy applies to decide who will ñll tlat vacancy; and WHEREAS there should be consistency in the applicable statutes that provides for a council to decide if it wishes to bold a by-election or mùe an appointment to a vacancy for any office on a council; . NOW TIlEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Pickering hereby requests the Minister of Municipal Afiairs to initiate an amendment to the Regional Municipalities Act that will allow an area municipality to chose if it wishes to fill a vacancy in the office of a Regional Councillor by appointment or by-election; and TIlAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for its endorsement; the Right Honourable Michael Harris, Premier; Janet Ecker, MPP, Durham West; the Leader of the Official Opposition; the Leader of the New Democratic Party. lIV\ ADJOURNMENT The MCf'ting adjourned at 10:35 p.m. Dated ~~ MAYOR ~~ /-- LL/ ~/ 1/ CLERK