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Home My WebLink AboutSeptember 18, 2006�� , . �� ,,, , �� , �ai�� =.-., � ,— .,� � : :; — � �.� �� _��_'� � Council Meeting Agenda Monday, September 18, 2006 Council Chambers 7:30 pm PRE-MEETING HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR 7:00 pm �� II) Wl� INVOCATION Mayor Ryan will call the meeting to order and lead Council in the saying of the Invocation. DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST ADOPTION OF MINUTES Council Meeting of July 24, 2006 Special Council Meeting of September 11, 2006 "In Camera" Council Meeting of July 24, 2006 IV) PRESENTATIONS V) DELEGATIONS VI) CORRESPONDENCE VII) a) b) c) V�� EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT Executive Committee Report EC # 2006-13 Executive Committee Minutes (For Information Only) "In Camera" Executive Committee Minutes (For Information Only) REPORTS — NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS a) Council Office, Report CO 02-06 City of Pickering 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan Reviewed by the Accessibility Advisory Committee for Council Consideration b) Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 43-06 Notice of the Passinq of a Taxicab By-law PAGE 1-25 26-28 'In Camera" Under Separate Cover 29 30 31-50 51-56 57-73 'In Camera" Under Separate Cover 74-113 114-155 :.y , , :�.� ,,.,.: �; ;? c��j��n•s � �-::. �,— � — � ,�, . ,,,.s_�-- .�,��.�'. ��_. �_��_'�� Ix) X) XI) XII) MOTIONS AND NOTICE OF MOTIONS BY-LAWS OTHER BUSINESS CONFIRMATION BY-LAW XIII) ADJOURNMENT Council Meeting Agenda Monday, September 18, 2006 Council Chambers 7:30 pm 156-157 158-160 �.� , � �� ,��-;��m�� ._ _. � ,�,.,-� _,- "�,�.�, �•�.��I�� PRESENT: Mayor David Ryan COUNCILLORS: K. Ashe M. Brenner D. Dickerson R.Johnson B. McLean D. Pickles ALSO PRESENT: T. J. Quinn E. Buntsma N. Carroll G. Paterson A. Allison D. Bentley K. Thompson ��) ��) Council Meeting Minutes Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM - Chief Administrative Officer - Director, Operations & Emergency Services - Director, Planning & Development - Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer - City Solicitor - City Clerk - Manager, By-law Enforcement Services INVOCATION Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order and. led Council in the saying of the Invocation. DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST Councillor Pickles made a declaration of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act with respect to a Notice of Motion concerning Aboriginal Heritage Resources in the City of Pickering/Protection of Aboriginal Culture as the subject matter pertains to information he deals with as a part of his employment. Councillor Pickles did not take part in the discussion or vote on the matter. (III) ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Brenner -1- +_� �.� �. �J�� `� °� � Councii Meeting Minutes �� " '�g� �°' ' Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM Council Meeting of June 26, 2006 "In Camera" Council Meeting of June 26, 2006 CARRIED (IV) DELEGATIONS Colin Arnott, WSIB Chair Pickering Professional Firefighters Association Re: Presumptive Leqislation for Cancer Amonq Firefighters C. Arnott, Chair of WSIB for the Pickering Professional Firefighters advised that his association had been working with the WSIB to improve compensation that firefighters receive for the illnesses that they are exposed to. Due to the nature of their job, firefighters are often exposed to chemicals through water, steam, moisture, and sweat. These exposures often result in occupational diseases such as colon, esophageal, testicular, lung, stomach, liver, and pancreatic cancer, as well as multiple and malignant melanoma. Other Canadian provinces such as Manitoba, Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, and Nova Scotia have adopted Presumptive Legislation, which provides firefighters with full benefits for cancer and other related diseases. In Ontario, firefighters have only been receiving compensation on a case-by-case basis and Mr. Arnott believes that these workers must be fully compensated for their illnesses by adopting Bill 111. Although a private members bill, he stressed the importance of supporting the firefighting profession on this matter. A question and answer period ensued. 2. Fire Chief Wm. Douglas Re: Presumptive Leqislation for Cancer Amonq Firefiqhters Fire Chief Douglas spoke about how firefighters are quite often unsure of what toxins exist when they attend a fire/emergency scene, and even though technology had improved their protective gear, cancer and heart attacks are still a part of this career. He noted that one firefighter from another municipality contracted cancer within a few weeks of a fire. He believes that firefighters and their families are due for compensation, and he fully supports Bill 111. A question and answer period ensued. -2- ��t °� Council Meeting Minutes �� "- "=�`' � �- � Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM (V) CORRESPONDENCE CORR. 44-06 MAYOR HAROLD GRIER THE TOWNSHIP OF LEEDS AND THE THOUSAND ISLANDS 1 Jessie Street, PO Box 129 Lansdowne ON KOE 1 LO Advising that at a meeting held on May 29, 2006, the Council of the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands adopted a resolution with respect to a request to the Provincial Government not to implement the recommendation of the Watertight Report to create an Ontario Water Board or transfer jurisdiction of water and wastewater to Regional Municipalities and requesting Council's support of their resolution. 2. CORR.45-06 LAURA MOY DIRECTOR STAFF SERVICES/CLERK THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TECUMSEH 917 Lesperance Road Te_c_umseh, ON N8N 1 W9 Advising that at a meeting held on June 28, 2006, the Council of the Town of Tecumseh adopted a resolution with respect a request to the Government of Canada to cancel negotiations for a free trade agreement with Korea which would result in a further negative impact on the one way flow of automotive products into our market and requesting Council's support of their resolution. Resolution #101/06 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Brenner That CORR. 44-06 from the Township of Leeds and The Thousand Islands and CORR. 45-06 from the Town of Tecumseh be received for information. CARRIED -3- � � , �� ,,, ,�- ��,� ' �� _ ... � �.�..� � ., �' � ��.: ��_�, ��_I �� 3. CORR.46-06 DENIS KELLY, REGIONAL CLERK REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK 17250 Yonge Street Newmarket ON L3Y 6Z1 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM Advising that at a meeting held on May 25, 2006, the Council of the Region of York adopted a resolution with respect to Transportation Improvements, Markham Bypass to Morningside Avenue Link, Environmental Assessment and requesting that the City confirm its support for a continuous alignment and further, that the Province of Ontario take an active role as co-proponent for the undertaking. Resolution #102/06 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That CORR. 46-06 from the Region of York be endorsed. CARRIED 4. CORR.47-06 DENIS KELLY, REGIONAL CLERK REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK 17250 Yonge Street Newmarket ON L3Y 6Z1 Advising that at a meeting held on June 22, 2006, the Council of the Region of York adopted a resolution with respect to Internationally Trained Physicians, urging that the Government of the Province of Ontario and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario take immediate action to devote more resources to manage the increase in the numbers of International Medical Graduates applying to the IMG Program; take action to make the temporary/pilot IMG program permanent and self-sufficient; and prevent delays and remove barriers to the assessment of experienced internationally-trained physicians through the RPA program so that they practice in Ontario without unnecessary delays. Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles Resolution #103/06 -4- � � ��t �� ` Council Meeting Minutes �� _ ��' � � � Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM That CORR. 47-06 from the Region of York be endorsed. CARRIED 5. CORR.48-06 J.D. LEACH, CITY CLERK CITY OF VAUGHAN Clerk's Department 2141 Major Mckenzie Drive Vaughan, ON L6A 1 T1 Advising that at a meeting held on June 30, 2006, the Council of the City of Vaughan adopted a resolution with respect to a request to the Province of Ontario to immediately commence a consultative process with the municipal and development sectors to revise the Development Charges Act to address the issues noted within their resolution and other concerns that may be raised by the municipal sector. Resolution #104/06 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Brenner That CORR. 48-06 from the City of Vaughan be endorsed. CARRIED 6. CORR.49-06 P.M. MADILL REGIONAL CLERK REGION OF DURHAM 605 Rossland Road East Whitby, ON L1 N 6A3 Advising that at a meeting held on June 21, 2006, the Council of the Region of Durham adopted a resolution with respect to revisions to the terms of reference for the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC) for the purpose of allowing youth members and to recognize the extended term of Regional Council. -5- � � t � , F� ,. ,�-�;�E,��r _ .. � . ,h.,-� �� .,�,�.�• -� �� ,_�_��_'� � 7. CORR.50-06 P.M. MADILL REGIONAL CLERK REGION OF DURHAM 605 Rossland Road East Whitbv, ON L1 N 6A3 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM Advising that at a meeting held on June 21, 2006, the Council of the Region of Durham adopted a resolution with respect to Tiered Emergency Response: Emergency Fire and Medical Services (Report #2006-F-33). 8. CORR.51-06 MARTHA A. PETTIT MANAGER OF LEGISLATIVE SERVICES/DEPUTY CLERK TOWN OF AJAX 65 Harwood Avenue South Aiax, ON L1 S 2H9 Advising that at a meeting held on June 22, 2006, the Council of the Town of Ajax adopted a resolution with respect to a request to the Sierra Legal Defence Fund to add the Town of Ajax to the list of signatories to the legal petition entitled "Petition under s. 115, United States C/ean Air Act, 42 U.S.C. s. 7415(a) to the United States Environmental Protection Agency for relief from certain emissions from large electric generating units in the States of Ilinois, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Ohio, West Viriginia and Kentucky. 9. CORR.52-06 BETTY DEHANN CAO/CLERK TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH STORMONT 4949 County Road No. 14 PO Box 340 Ingleside, ON KOC 1M0 Advising that at a meeting held on June 29, 2006, the Council of the Township of South Stormont adopted a resolution with respect to a request to petition the government to implement legislation banning the use of pesticides for cosmetic purposes across the country and requesting support for their resolution. Resolution #105/06 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor McLean � �� c�t�t °� Council Meeting Minutes �� `�` �° � � Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM THAT CORR. 49-06 to CORR. 52-06 be received for information. ..• � 10. CORR.53-06 PATTI L. BARRIE MUNICIPAL CLERK MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 Temperance Street Clarinqton, ON L1 C 3A6 Advising that at a meeting held on May 1, 2006, the Council of the Municipality of Clarington passed a resolution advising that Clarington does not support the concept of mixing paper-fibre biosolids with compost as contemplated in the contract with Waste Management of Canada Corp. until the recommendations of the Experts Panel are implemented by the Ministry of the Environment and further requesting endorsement of their resolution. 11. CORR.54-06 PATTI L. BARRIE MUNICIPAL CLERK MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 Temperance Street Clarington, ON L1 C 3A6 Advising that at a meeting held on June 12, 2006, the Council of the Municipality of Clarington passed a resolution urging the Government of Ontario to a) provide adequate funding under the Clean Water Act to land owners; b) review the implementation strategy with and to the satisfaction of the commodity groups and the AMO before it is included in the regulations; c) transfer adequate funds to the municipalities for the implementation and further requesting endorsement of their resolution. 12. CORR.55-06 DEBBIE LEROUX CLERK TOWNSHIP OF UXBRIDGE 51 Toronto Street South Uxbridge, ON L9P 1T1 Advising that at a meeting held on June 26, 2006, the Council of the Township of Uxbridge passed a resolution requesting the Provincial and Federal governments -7- � t;.. „ �3.�� , � �� : ��.,�-1,- � � � �. - : �.. _ � �_��,�� Council Meeting Minutes Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM to work together to provide more spaces in our medical universities and to provide financial commitments to fulfill these critical shortages and requesting support for their resolution. Resolution #106/06 � Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Brenner That CORR. 53-06, CORR. 54-06 and CORR. 55-06 be endorsed. CARRIED 13. CORR.56-06 SHASHI BHATIA CHAIR INDO-CANADIAN CULTURAL ASSOCIATION OF DURHAM 1894 Bainbridge Drive Pickerin ON L1 V 6G6 Advising that through the recognition of all its peoples and the celebration of multiculturalism, the City of Pickering leads Durham Region by integrating diversity in all its plans. The ICCAD was formed to capture, and integrate our unique cultures brought to this great land, and the region of Durham in such a manner as to maximize the enrichment, and strong potential of our communities by weaving a common thread that connects us as Canadians. ICCAD is hereby requesting that the City of Pickering hereby proclaim August 15t" as India lndependence Day. 14. CORR.57-06 JUDY LEWIS PARTNER & EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES 184 Front Street East, 4t" Floor Toronto ON M5A 4N3 Advising that on Thursday September 21, 2006, M&M Meat Shops will be hosting its second annual National Family Dinner Night and requesting a letter of support for this community-based initiative and requesting that the City proclaim September 21, 2006 as National Family Dinner Night. '.E:� �, :: ,. ,�-{��j� � �� _ .. '�.�` �� '.�~'.i�.� � _^��• �_��_'� � l�l�J Council Meeting Minutes Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM Resolution #107/06 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That as per CORR. 56-06, August 15, 2006 be declared as India lndependence Day and the applicant be so advised; and That as per CORR. 57-06, September 21, 2006 be declared National Family Dinner Night and the applicant be so advised. CARRIED (VI) EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT Executive Committee Report EC 2006-12 1. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 43-06 Public Meeting Notice of the Passinq of a Taxicab Licensinq Bv-law The Chair advised that the purpose of the public meeting was to solicit comments from the general public with respect to the draft Taxicab Licensing by-law. Upon review of the comments, the by-law will then be presented at the September 18, 2006 meeting of Council. He noted that there are a number of people who have registered with the Clerk's Division for the purpose of addressing Council on the by-law, therefore this speakers list will commence first and then delegations will be taken from the floor. He also reminded everyone that as a delegation they are provided with a maximum of 10 minutes, and to please state their name and address for the record. Michael Webster, Barrister & Solicitor, representing Durham Rapid Taxi & Pick `N Go Taxi appeared before Council to discuss his concerns with the new taxicab by-law. Mr. Webster advised that he represented 740 drivers in the suit against the City of Toronto and had researched the evolution of the taxicab by- law. He sees the biggest issue pertains to the economics of the taxi industry, specifically, that the drivers end up with no retirement pension at the end of their careers. The issue is that only after leasing a licence for 12 years can drivers own a plate, which ensures their retirement pension. The Clean Air Permit goes against the waiting list and this will create tension with other drivers, therefore not rewarding long-term participation. Mr. Webster was also concerned with Section 106. He believes that the City of Pickering needs to maintain a certain amount of control over brokerages, and that this section � o:�� °� Council Meeting Minutes �� . " '-""�tr � � � Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM does not detail appropriate guidelines. Overall, Mr. Webster was concerned that taxicab drivers are not making money and their retirements are not ensured. A question and answer period ensued and Mr. Webster was requested to provide a written summary of his comments to the City Clerk for reference in relation to the by-law review. Surinder Kumar, Taxicab Driver, appeared before Council to commend the Taxicab Advisory Committee on a job well done. He stated that the Committee had done well to bring all issues to light and allowed taxicab drivers within the City of Pickering to finally make some of their own money. Kewal Monocha, Taxicab Driver, appeared before Council in support of the new taxicab by-law. After a year and a half of hard work, Mr. Monocha believes that this is the best thing to happen to Pickering taxicabs and the industry. He pointed out that in Ajax, customers usually face a wait time of 45 minutes to an hour, and this is not something he supported. Section 63 of the draft by-law outlines the ratio of taxicab plates to residents of the City, and Mr. Monocha believes this ratio is `right'. He would also like to increase the number of Clean Air Plates that are licenced, because of the associated decrease in fuel costs. Azisur Sajjad, Taxicab Driver, appeared before Council to discuss his concerns with the lack of business that taxicab are experiencing due to the amalgamation of Durham Transit and the increase in taxi fares. He stated that the City of Pickering licenced more taxicab plates than needed and suggests an amalgamation of taxicabs, like Durham Transit. Frank Hormons, Resident, appeared before Council to express his concerns with the maintenance and safety of the taxicabs in the City of Pickering. He stated that he supported the new taxicab by-law because it reflected some positive changes, especially in Section 46, which ensures regular maintenance of the vehicles. 2. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 41-06 Declaring City — owned Lands Surplus Part of Commerce Street, Plan 65 (Part 1, Plan 40R-XXXXX) Authorization to Enter into Access/Parking Agreement (Part 2, Plan 40R-XXXX) (Portion of Untravelled Commerce Street, west of Front Road) -10- c�f�f o� Council Meeting Minutes �� _�:`�' °� �� Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM Resolution # 108/06 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Ashe 1. That a By-law should be enacted to: a) stop-up and close a part of the untravelled portion of Commerce Street, Plan 65, Pickering, being Part 1, 40R-XXXXX as public highway; b) declare that part of the untravelled portion of Commerce Street, Plan 65, Pickering, being Part 1, 40R-XXXXX surplus to the needs of the Corporation for the purpose of sale to the north abutting owner, in accordance with the provisions of the Municipa/ Act and the Acquisition and Disposal of Land Policy subject to any required easements; and c) authorize the execution of all relevant documentation necessary to effect the stopping-up and closing of that portion of Commerce Street, Plan 65, Pickering, being Part 1, 40R-XXXXX as public highway and to effect the sale/conveyance of it to the north abutting owner. 2. That Council authorize staff to execute an agreement between the City and Stephen McKean (the owner of 688 Front Road) respecting vehicle access and parking on a portion of untravelled Commerce Street, Plan 65, Pickering, identified as Part 2, Plan 40R-XXXXX. ... , _ . . �� 3. (Acting) Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 42-06 Request for Council's Permission to Create Lots by Land Severance D. & C. Hoover 1756 Pine Grove Avenue (Lot 7, Plan 410) Citv of Pickerinq Resolution # 109/06 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Johnson -11- V1i „ _ „ ,��,��i� � �� :-_ : � z� �� _ _�� _�_i�_�� Council Meeting Minutes Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM That the request made by Chris Karkas of Karmann Homes, on behalf of the owners D. and C. Hoover, be approved, to permit the division of lands (being Lot 7, Plan 410, municipally known as 1756 Pine Grove Avenue) by land severance rather than by draft plan of subdivision for a future residential development. � ... � � 4. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 26-06 Supply and Delivery of One (1) Multipurpose Single Person Refuse Packer Q-42-2006 Resolution # 110/06 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Brenner 1. That Report OES 26-06 regarding the Supply and Delivery of a Multipurpose Single Person Refuse Packer be received; 2. That Quotation No. Q-42-2006 submitted by Haul-All Equipment Ltd. for the supply and delivery of a Multipurpose Single Person Refuse Packer in the amount of $103,445.00 (GST and PST extra), be accepted; 3. That the total gross purchase cost of $117,927.30 and a net purchase cost of $111,720.60, be approved; 4. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to finance the project through the issuance of; a) Debt financing not to exceed the amount of $110,000 for a period not to exceed five (5) years at a rate to be determined; be approved and that the balance of approximately $1,720 plus financing costs be financed from current funds; b) That annual repayment charges in the amount of approximately $25,300 be included in the annual current budget for the City of Pickering commencing in 2007 and continuing thereafter until the loan is repaid; c) That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer has certified that this loan and the repayment thereof falls within the City's debt and financial obligations approved annual repayment limit for debt and other financial -12- c�� °� Council Meeting Minutes �� ' ?F=` � ' ' - Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM obligations for 2006 as established by the Province for municipalities in Ontario; and d) That the Treasurer be authorized to take any actions necessary in order to effect the foregoing; and 5. That staff at the City of Pickering be given the authority to give effect thereto. CARRIED 5. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 28-06 Canada-Ontario Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund Intake Three Proposed Pickerin_c�Project Resolution # 111/06 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Pickles 1. That Report OES 28-06 regarding the Canada-Ontario Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (COMRIF) Intake Three be received; 2. That The Corporation of the City of Pickering participates in COMRIF Intake Three through the submission of an application by the application deadline of September 13, 2006; 3. That the City of Pickering's participation in COMRIF Intake Three shall consist of an undertaking of a bridge deck replacement program, at a total estimated cost of $765,000 and a net estimated City cost of $255,000, at the following locations as its highest priority • Palmer Bridge • Michell Bridge as provided for and approved in the 2005 and 2006 Capital Budgets; 4. That staff be given authority to prepare and submit the necessary do��umentation for the on-line application including a resolution by Council; and 5. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be given authori1ty to give effect thereto. CARRIED -13- 01(� ,. ��, = �;�`_',��'af� .r�„ '_'". �':S ._...�.3� _��,-� .��_' � � Council Meeting Minutes Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM 6. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 40-06 Establishment of Pine Creek Area Neighbourhood Watch Discussion ensued on this matter. Resolution # 112/06 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That the letter from Durham Regional Police Services dated June 20, 2006 endorsing the establishment of the Pine Creek Area Neighbourhood Watch, be received; and 2. That the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering hereby endorse the Pine Creek Area Neighbourhood Watch and approves the installation of Neighbourhood Watch signs at the entrance to the subject area. ... � � 7. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 41-06 Heritage Permit Applications Submission under the Ontario Heritage Act A question and answer period ensued. Resolution # 113/06 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Johnson 1. That Report CS 41-06 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received; 2. That the processing of Heritage Permit Applications, as outlined in this report be approved; and 3. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be given authori�ty to give effect thereto. CARRIED siL� �.� , „ _ �� ;y,��!� = � � =�-. - ��=�_�_��_�� Councii Meeting Minutes Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM 8. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 42-06 Responsible Pet Ownership By-law Final Submission A question and answer period ensued on this matter. Resolution # 114/06 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Brenner 9. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 42-06 Responsible Pet Ownership By-law Final Submission A question and answer period ensued on this matter. Resolution #114/06 1. That Report CS 42-06 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received; 2. That the draft Responsible Pet by-law, included as Attachment #3 to this report be approved; 3. That an Animal Services Committee be established; as outlined in this report; and 4. That Councillor McLean be appointed as the Council representative on the Animal Services Committee. CARRIED (VII) MOTIONS & NOTICE OF MOTIONS 1. Utilization Of ORC Lands At Liverpool Road And Highway 401 Request Of The Ontario Realty Corporation Resolution # 115/06 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Dickerson -15- a�� ,- � �� c�t�> °� Council Meeting Minutes �� " F�x`'�:` �� _ Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM WHEREAS the Province of Ontario, through the Ministry of Transportation (MTO), owns a 4.3 ha. parcel of land located at the northwest corner of Liverpool Road and Highway 401, and WHEREAS the City understands that the Province may be holding these lands for consideration of transportation support uses in conjunction with MTO and GO, including a commuter parking facility and/or additional surface parking to serve the Pickering GO Station, and WHEREAS the use of these lands for a surface parking lot would be a serious underutilization of the lands, and WHEREAS these lands are strategically located adjacent to the Highway 401/Liverpool Road partial interchange and the Pickering GO Station, and are within the City's downtown area, and WHEREAS these lands hold significant development potential for prestige office employment and are also necessary to accommodate an important road access to the Town Centre West lands and a storm water management facility, and WHEREAS these lands play an important role in achieving both the City's and the Province's intensification objectives, especially considering the identification of downtown Pickering as an `Urban Growth Centre' in the recently approved Provincial Growth Plan and the location of these lands in Pickering's downtown, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: THAT the Minister of Transportation and the Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal make these lands available for development and work with the City of Pickering and the Ontario Reality Corporation to develop a marketing strategy that will maximize the development opportunity for the lands consistent with the policies and provisions of the Provincial Growth Plan, while providing the required road and storm water management infrastructure to support development of the Town Centre West Neighbourhood, and THAT the Minister of Transportation and Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal clearly indicate their intent NOT to pursue the use or sale of these lands for the sole purpose of providing a commuter parking facility and / or additional o�verFlow parking in association with the Pickering GO Station, -16- �1� �`�� °� Council Meeting Minutes �� " ��`y'�{ ' ' Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Minister Cansfield, Minister Caplan, Ontario Realty Corporation, GO Transit, Region of Durham, and MPP Wayne Arthurs. CARRIED Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Pickles THAT the rules of procedure be suspended and leave be granted to introduce a notice of motion. CARRIED ON A 2/3RD MAJORITY VOTE 2. Cherrywood West Cluster And Cherrywood East Cluster Exclusion From Ministers Zoning Order Detailed discussion ensued on this matter. Resolution # 116/06 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Pickles WHEREAS on April 22, 2003 the Province of Ontario imposed a Minister's Zoning Order (the "Order") filed as O. Reg. 154/03 to regulate land uses on lands west of West Duffins Creek and north of the CPR Belleville line; and WHEREAS it is difficult for owners of the existing dwellings in th� Cherrywood West Cluster and Cherrywood East Cluster to obtain building permits for improvements to their dwellings because the Order imposes unduly restrictive agricultural performance standards; and WHEREAS the residents of the two clusters who have obtained an �mendment to the Order have expressed concerns regarding the time, expense ancl cumbersome nature of the process required to obtain the amendment; and WHEREAS the Province may have inadvertently placed th�� agricultural perFormance restrictions on the Cherrywood West Cluster and ChE;rrywood East Cluster not realizing the residential character of these areas; THEREFORE the Council of the City of Pickering hereby requests th�t the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing amend the Order to exclude th� Cherrywood West Cluster and the Cherrywood East Cluster from the Order. -17- �� . =- ,,, a,=:�m,� � � � ,:_ .. �� :�.,,_- -�,�.�, _�� _�� Councillor Ashe Councillor Brenner Councillor Dickerson Councillor Johnson Councillor McLean Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Pickles Council Meeting Minutes Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM CARRIED ON A RECORDED VOTE: NAY THAT the rules of procedure be suspended and leave be granted to introduce a notice of motion. CARRIED ON A 2/3R�D MAJORITY VOTE 3. Bill 111 — An Act To Amend The Workplace Safety And Insurance Act, 1997 With Respect To Occupational Diseases And Injuries Of Firefighters Resolution # 117/06 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Brenner WHEREAS firefighters provide an invaluable service to the public and may risk their own personal safety in order to protect the lives of the residents of the City of Pickering; AND WHEREAS studies have shown that firefighters suffer from an incidence of some cancers and other diseases that is significantly greater th��n the normal population, and that this may be due to firefighters' exposure to toxic chemicals and carcinogens during the course of fighting fires; AND WHEREAS in response to these studies, the Province of Manitoba, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Nova Scotia have amended their Workers ��ompensation legislation to include a presumption that, for identified types of cancer in firefighters, the disease is attributable to work as a firefighter, � �l� c`� °� Council Meeting Minutes ,�� " "=�g'� , , Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM WHEREAS Bill 111, an Act to amend the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997 with respect to occupational disease and injuries of firefighters has received first reading on May 4, 2006 by the Legislature of Ontario; AND WHEREAS this Bill is amending the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act to create two presumptions relating to health conditions affecting firefighters; AND WHEREAS Bill 111, Subsection 15.1 (3) states that if a firefighter get certain types of cancer or disease it is presumed to be an occupational disease that occurred due to employment as a firefighter; AND WHEREAS Bill 111, Subsection 15.1 (7) states that if a firefighter suffers heart damage while attending at a fire or emergency, or within 24 hours after attending at a fire or emergency, the heart damage is presumed to be a personal injury by accident that occurred due to employment as a firefighter; AND WHEREAS, the City of Pickering wishes to demonstrate its support through this motion for a comprehensive review of Ontario's Workers' Compensation Legislation as it specifically relates to Firefighters; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the City of Pickering call on the Ontario Provincial Government to review Ontario's Workplac.•e Safety and Insurance Act in order to ensure that Firefighters and their families r�ceive fair and timely compensation for illness or disease that is attributable to their work as Firefighters; and that this motion be forwarded to the Hon. Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, Wayne Arthurs, MPP for Ajax-Pickering, the ,Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Federation of Canadian Municipaliti�s. YEA Councillor Ashe Councillor Brenner Councillor Dickerson Councillor Johnson Councillor McLean Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan -19- CARRIED ON A REC:ORDED VOTE: NAY g f., l. �`�r °� Council Meeting Minutes �� " W�=f��t '-' Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM 4. Aboriginal Heritage Resources in the City of Pickering Protection of Aboriqinal Culture Detailed discussion ensued on this matter. Resolution # 118/06 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Brenner WHEREAS Council of the City of Pickering adopted Resolution # 13�/02 pertaining to all development and redevelopment within the City of Pickering; and WHEREAS the intent of this resolution was to ensure the protection uf significant aboriginal cultural heritage and archaeological sites through the invollvement of appropriate First Nations; and WHEREAS an application has been filed with David Grey-Eagle Sanford that the proposed transfer of Provincial lands under the process failed to ensure adequate consultations with all appropriate First Nations; THEREFORE the Council of the City of Pickering hereby authorizes �he City Solicitor to consult with the solicitor acting on an injunctive applicatioi� filed in the courts on behalf of David Sanford; and Further, that the City's Director, Planning and Development ascertairi through the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing that the Provincial Central Pickering Development Plan satisfies the requirements of Pickering's "best pra�ctices" resolution as set forth in Resolution # 139/02. YEA Councillor Brenner Councillor Dickerson Councillor McLean Mayor Ryan -20- CARRIED ON A RECORDED VOTE: NAY Councillor Ashe :� , z ,,, , ,�,°�;��,� �� _... � "'� '�-.��"""' tma��.. _��_�/_�_�� (VI11) BY-LAWS � Council Meeting Minutes Monday, Ju�ly 24, 2006 7:30 PM 6687/06 Being a By-law to stop-up and close that part of Commerce Street, Plan 65, being Part 1, Plan 40R- XXXXXXX as public, highway and authorize the sale of the land to the abutting owner and, to authorize the execution of an Agreement respecting the use of City-owned lands by the adjacent owner for parking purpos�es. (Refer to Executive Page 142) 6688/06 Being a by-law to appoint Special Municipal Law Enforcement Officers for he Purpose of Enforcing Parking Restrictic�ns on Private Property. 6689/06 Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) B�r-law 2511, as amended, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, Lots 8, 9, 21, 24, 25 & ROW ove�r Lots 22, 23, Plan M-89, in the City of Pickering (A32/05) 6690/06 Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By�-law 3036, as amended by By-laws 2284/86 and 3253/89, to implem�nt the Official Plan of the City of Pickering in the Region of Durham, for Part of Lots 27 and 28, Range 3, Broken Front Concession, in the City of Pickering. (A 40/00) 6691/06 Being a by-law to designate the property and buildina�s municipally known as 1505 Whitevale Road, being compose�� of Lot 21, Concession 4, southwest corner of Whitevale Road and Mulberry Lane. This by-law implements the recommendations of Report CS 04-06, of which a Notice of Intent to Designate 'Willsc�n House' was published on May 24, 2006 and no appeals were received during the 30 day appeal period. 6692/06 Being a by-law to designate the property and buildin�s municipally known as 1690 Whitevale Road, being compose� of �ot 19, Concession 5, north side of Whitevale Road adjacent to Urfe Creek. This by-law implements the recommendations of Report CS 03-06, of which a Notice of Intent to Designate "Glen House" was published on May 24, 2006 and no appeals were received during the 30 day appeal period. 6693/06 Being a By-law for Responsible Pet Ownership -21- �� ,�. , ,. ��-.�a � ,., �� _— �--L— �= � ,�,� , ,:.� .,�, � �, C��:�_��1►�� THIRD READING: Council Meeting Minutes Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM Counciilor Brenner, seconded by Councillor Johnson moved that By�-law Nurnbers 6687/06 to 6693/06 be adopted save and except By-laws 6691/06 and 6E�92/06 and the said by-laws be now read a third time and passed and that the Mayor and Clerk sign the same and the seal of the Corporation be affixed thereto. CARRIED (IX) OTHER BUSINESS 1. Councillor McLean advised that he had received several phone calls from concerned residents about the parking issues on Liverpool Road south at the waterFront. Parking has been extremely overcrowded due� to the dragon boaters. Councillor McLean requested that the City Clerk review the matter in relation to by-law enforcement and provide him with an upd�ate. 2. Councillor Johnson inquired about the status of the EM�S building on Highway 2. The Chief Administrative Officer confirmed that this issue is now between the Region of Durham and the Planning Department, and would keep Councillor Johnson informed of any further progress. 3. Councillor Johnson also wished the best of luck to the Clarennont Lions this week, and thanked city staff for a great Canada Day celebration 4. Councillor Pickles passed along some resident concerns ab��ut a walkway from Valley Farm Road to Pineridge Secondary School. He� would like to see some lighting and improvement, such as the brush cut back along the walkway to ensure safety for residents in the area. Councillor Pickles requested the Director, Operations & Emergency Services tc� follow up on this matter. Councillor Pickles was also concerned about thE: park located behind Walmart due to some recent vandalism and `car racing'. 5. Councillor Brenner expressed his concerns about parking on Rodd Avenue and Park Crescent and Cliffview Road. He suggested that by-law should examine the possibility of posting a no parking sign and placing road markings. 6. Councillor Brenner was also concerned about Taunton Road and the bottleneck crossing into the City from Toronto. He Inquired as to whether or not we are addressing this interregional transportation issue, and if staff were participating on the inter-regional committee. -22- �� s °� Council Meeting Minutes �� „- _�._}:, � , , Monday, July 24, 2006 7:30 PM 7. Councillor Brenner requested that staff review the matter of pesticide use and the City's communication strategy to date. He requested staff to review the strategies utilized by other municipalities and perhaps cr��ate a version of the promotional material for the City. He further requested staff to refresh their understanding of the history of pesticide use and the practices promoted now. 8. Councillor Brenner inquired about the Trails & Bikeway Ma>ter Plan from 1996. He questioned if the City is achieving what we set out to do and what are the anticipated future strategies? He would also like to encourage an awards system to employers for rewarding employees for riding their bikes to work. 9. The following matters were considered prior to the meeting: Resolution #119/06 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor McLean That Council move `In Camera' for the purposes of litigation or potenl:ial litigation including matters CARRIED a) Memorandum from the City Solicitor to the Chief Administrative Officer dated July 19, 2006 with respect to the OMB appeals of Zoning Applications for three body rub parlours (1630-1634 Bayly Street, 905 Dillingham Road and 1050 Brock Road) Confidential discussion ensued on this matter. Resolution #120/06 Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor McLean That the recommendation contained in the `In Camera' Council minutes dated July 24, 2006 be adopted. CARRIED -23- �� c`ty °� Council Meetin� Minutes �� 41 �-g� ��' ' Monday, Ju�ly 24, 2006 7:30 PM b) Memorandum from the City Solicitor to the Chief Administrative Officer dated Juty 19, 2006 with respect to litigation for diesel fuel spill on Toy Avenue A brief confidential discussion ensued on this matter. Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles That the recommendation contained in the `In Camera' Counc:il minutes dated July 24, 2006 be adopted. CARRIED c) Correspondence dated July 14, 2006 from William LeMay, Hic;ks Morley, Barristers & Solicitors to the Chief Administrative Officer with irespect to the status of Fire Neqotiations Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor McLean That the recommendation contained in the `In Camera' Council meeting minutes dated July 24, 2006 be adopted. CARRIED (X) CONFIRMATION BY-LAW Bv-law Number 6694/06 Councillor Brenner seconded by Councillor McLean moved for leave to introduce a By-law of the City of Pickering to confirm those proceedings of the Louncil of The Corporation of the City of Pickering at its Regular Meeting of July 24th, 2006. CARRIED -24- C�t�f o� {� � J �� Council Meeting Minutes _ " -"°�- � ' ' Monday, J�ly 24, 2006 7:30 PM (XI) ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 10:11 pm. DATED this 24t" day of July, 2006. -25- MAYOR DAVID RYAN DEBI A. BENTLEY CITY CLERK C2� .�. „�...� �= �� :� �A- ��,--.� , ..,s;��ea.?i� � �� , ��—'� � � PRESENT: Mayor Ryan COUNCILLORS: K. Ashe M. Brenner D. Dickerson R. Johnson B. McLean D. Pickles ALSO PRESENT: T. J. Quinn E. Buntsma N. Carroll G. Paterson D. Bentley Wm. Douglas D. Shields Special Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 11, 2006 12:55 pm - Chief Administrative Officer - Director, Operations & Emergency Services - Director, Planning & Development - Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer - City Clerk - Fire Chief - Deputy Clerk (I) REPORTS Director, Operations & Emergency Services Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer Addition to Pickering Fire Services Division Headquarters, Bayly Street Tender No. T-14-2006 Resolution #121/06 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Dickerson RECOMMENDATION That Report OES 27-06 regarding the Addition to Fire Services Division Headquarters be received; V�� C�� ' Special Council Meeting Minutes ��'� _ Monday, September 11, 2006 , N�r3 :a� � _ � 12:55 pm 2. That Tender No. T-14-2006, low bid submitted by W.S. Morgan Construction Ltd. for the addition to Pickering Fire Services �ivision Headquarters in the amount of $1,227,000 (GST extra), be accepted and the company be so advised; 3. That the total gross project cost of $1,427,820 and a net project cost of $1,347,000, be approved; 4. That $417,000 be financed from the Development Charges Reserve Fund and the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to transfer the funds; 5. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to finance the project as follows: a) Debt financing through the Region of Durham not to exceed the amount of $930,000 for a period not to exceed twenty (20) years at a rate to be determined; b) That annual repayment charges in the amount of approximately $75,000 be included in the annual current budget for the City of Pickering commencing in 2007 and continuing thereafter until the loan is repaid; c) That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer has certified that this loan and the repayment thereof falls within the City's debt and financial obligations approved annual repayment limit for debt and other financial obligations for 2006 as established by the Province for municipalities in Ontario; d) That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to take any actions necessary in order to effect the foregoing; and, 6. That staff at the City of Pickering be given the authority to give effect thereto. .�:�:�1��7 �r � , , ��ei� �;i ,�_..�,,--� .. � ��.� 4 . ��•��'�� (II) CONFIRMATION BY-LAW By-law Number 6695/06 Special Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 11, 2006 12:55 pm Resolution #122/06 Councillor Johnson, seconded by Councillor Brenner, moved for leave to introduce a By-law of the City of Pickering to confirm those proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering at its Special Meeting of September 11, 2006. CARRIED (III) ADJOURNMENT Resolution #123/06 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Brenner THAT the Special Meeting of Council be adjourned. C�_r:�:71��7 The meeting adjourned at 1:02 am. DATED this 11t" day of September, 2006. MAYOR CITY CLERK September 18, 2006 PRESENTATIONS 1. Presentation of `Certificates of Participation' to Representatives of Community Cultural Organizations Who Participated in `Canadian Tapestry: Weaving the World Tagether' Coordinated by Pickerinq Advisorv Committee on Race Relations & Equitv 2. Presentation to the Winners of the Sustainable Pickering Ideas Challenqe V F�r A� September 18, 2006 DELEGATIONS Paul Savelle, Chair Pickering Public Library Board Update on Board Initiatives 2. Don Cherry, Chair, United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge 2006 Campaiqn Update 3. Nicole Scarlett Re: Request for Establishment of Designated Off-Leash Dog Parks Refer to CORR. 59-06 � ,�� September 18, 2006 CORRESPONDENCE CORR. 58-06 Motion for Direction ONTARIO 9-1-1 ADVISORY BOARD c/o Tom Voisey Peel Regional Police Telecommunications 7750 Hurantario Street Brampton, ON L6V 3W6 Submitting a letter dated August 1, 2006 from the 911 Ontario Advisory Board (OAB) seeking financial assistance from each municipal government in order to continue as the technical and information authority respecting the implementation and operation of 911 Emergency Number systems in Ontario. 2. CORR. 59-06 Refer to City Clerk and NICOLE SCARLETT Director, Operations & PICKERING DOG PARK COMMITTEE Emergency Services to 741 Craighurst Court Report Pickerinq, ON L1X 2X1 Submitting a formal request to engage the City of Pickering in the investigation for establishing designated off-leash areas for dogs within the City of Pickering. Ms. Scarlett advises that a small group of representative citizens are requesting to work with City staff to investigate a resolution to this challenge and provide recommendations which will be brought before Council in the new year. 3. CORR. 60-06 Refer to Director, Operations MR. BILL AINSWORTH, PAST PRESIDENT & Emergency Services to PICKERING LAWN BOWLING CLUB Report 910 Liverpool Road Pickerinq, ON L1W 1S6 Submitting a letter advising that the Pickering Lawn Club believes that they can play an important and intricate part in the City of Pickering's Master Plan — Strategic Report. Mr. Ainsworth states that in order to bring the facilities up to the requirements needed to accommodate the growing population and acquire some of the prestigious tournaments, the Pickering Lawn Bowling Club is requesting that the City proceed as soon as possible to assist them in the building of a second area; providing 8 greens with adequate lighting and irrigation; that both the existing greens along with the new greens be provided ��.�. (� � �e \J +� with protective sun shades around the perimeter and that the existing clubhouse be expanded to include the north side of the building. He further advises that this should meet their requirements at very little cost to the City. 4. CORR. 61-06 Motion to Declare EILEEN MCLEAN, PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM 605 Rossland Road East Whitby, ON L1 N OB2 Submitting a letter advising that the International Walk to School Day (IWALK), which is endorsed by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, was established to encourage children and parents to become more physically active, increase safe walking routes to schools, and promote cleaner air in our communities. Ms. McLean, on behalf of the Durham Region Health Department, requests that the City of Pickering proclaim October 4, 2006 as International Walk to School Day. 5. CORR. 62-06 Motion to Declare SID RYAN, CUPE ONTARIO SHELLIE BIRD, PRESIDENT, OCBCC ONTARIO COALITION FOR BETTER CHILD CARE Ontario Division Canadian Union of Public Employees 305 Milner Avenue, Suite 801 Scarborough ON M1B 3V4 Submitting a letter requesting Council to endorse a day of recognition for the many people who work providing care to children in our community. The Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care, the Canadian Union of Public Employees and other labour requests that the City of Pickering proclaim October 25, 2006 as Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day. 6. CORR. 63-06 Motion to Declare KAREN EVANS PRESIDENT TEACHERS OF ENGLISH AS SECOND LANGUAGE 340 Dyson Road Pickerinq ON L1W 2M9 Submitting a letter on behalf af TESL Durham (Teachers of English as a Second Language) and requesting that the City of Pickering proclaim the week of November 12-18, 2006 as `English as a Second Language Week'. G 3 .`� 7. CORR.64-06 M. J. WEBSTER Barrister & Solicitor 180 Dundas Street West Toronto. ON M5G 1 Z_8 Refer to Consideration of Item #2 of New & Unfinished Business Submitting a letter dated September 13, 2006 providing his observations with respect to the proposed taxi licensing by-law and advising that he represents Durham Rapid Taxi and Pick-N-Go Taxi. Mr. Webster states that his clients', as brokers, are primarily concerned with three related things; 1) first that the drivers make a decent wage; 2) if the drivers are not making a sufficient wage, customer service suffers as drivers are impatient and frustrated with their fares; and 3) concern to improve the overall demand for services. c�,e�e � � � �'� C�3�� t�t�t��-it� �J"-��-� ,A.�vi:��ary �3c��rc:� August 1, 2006 T0: ALL MUNICIPAL COUNCILS FROM: 911 ONTARIO ADVISORY BOARD ISSUE: 911 ADVISORY BOARD SEEKS YOUR ASSISTANCE a) What is Needed and Why: The 911 Ontario Advisory Board (OAB) is seeking financial assistance from each municipal government in order to continue as the technical and information authority respecting the implementation and operation of 911 Emergency Number systems in Ontario. We are in urgent need of some operational support and therefore this request for assistance in the form of a small � donation from each municipality. lf each of Ontario's 445 municipalities provided $100, fhis would create, if everyone participated, fhe funds for fhe Board fo continue its work and represent fhe interesf of municipal governments on 911 issues. Technology advancements and the expansion of the telecommunications market have increased the work of the 911 Advisory Board. It makes submissions on hearings before the Canadian Ratlio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) and deals with implementation issues related to wireless 911service and Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) 911 service. This work requires funds to support the operations of the Board. There has been no new money recently, yet there is a loi of work to be done that requires expenditures. Activities of the OAB include maintaining and revising 911 user guide, representation at CRTC including reverse emergency notification, developing public awareness and education programs, liaison with the various affected/involved governments and with Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association and present, distribute technical reports I bulletins regarding 911 systems. b) Tell me more about the 911 Ontario Advisory Board and its Activities: • Mission of 911 OAB: o Be a source of technological expertise regarding implementation and operation of 911 services o Advocate to represent Ontario ratepayers at CRTC hearings and provide public education o To develop operational, training and performance standards for 911 systems o Act as authoritative source of information and expertise regarding 911 systems • Accomplishments of 911 OAB: ➢ Wireless Enhanced 911 Trial - tested technalogy to trace cellular 911 calls ➢ Assist in the resolution of duplicate addressing due to municipal restructuring ➢ Common addressing and mapping ➢ On-going working relationship with Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Commission Page 1 of 3 I � O�On � � �.; ..._ _ � _;�. ..� ➢ Resolution of landline tleregulation, wireless 911 and wireless 911 cost recovery issues ➢ Telecommunication training and materials ➢ Special needs for challenged Ontarians with respect to 911 service ➢ Leatlership role in national 911 scene, coordinating with BC, Alta, Man, PQ, and NS. These include regulatory decisions for the various forms of local telephone services ➢ Active participation in CRTC hearings and decisions affecting 911 service including local exchange carriers; centrix resellers; competitive payphone providers; alternate operator services; foreign exchange service; wireless services and local voice over the Internet Providers. � ➢ Response to issues raised by municipalities ➢ Monitors Coroner's Inquest recommendations related to 911 service • CRTC formed the Canatlian Interconnection Steering Committee (CISC) to provide an industry forum to manage discussions and negotiations impacting 911delivery. OAB provides leadership role on CISC for 911 needs and expectations of municipalities and emergency services. • The 911 OAB was formed in 1995, as watchdog of Bell Canada's performance and product delivery during 911 overhaul in mid-late '90s. But with the changes to the telecommunications industry, the nature of the work and representation and sources of revenue have changed. The 911 Advisory Board is matle up of volunteers from a number of non-profit organizations and agencies whose parent organizations allow the volunteers time and cover some expenses. Board members include: o National Emergency Number Association (NENA) o Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) o Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) o Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) o Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOH) o Bell Canada o OPP o City of Toronto o Members of various AMO Caucuses o Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) (observer status) o Ministry of natural Resources (MNR), (observer status) and o Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services (MCSCS) (observer status). c) Why are funds being requested now? The optimal operating budget for the OAB is about $40,000 per year and we do not have those funds. The one-time funding received from the province in 1998 ended and our budget is about depleted. If we are to continue and to undertake the work to make 911 an effective emergency communication system, your help is required. We have never gone to municipal governments for assistance. We are now. Cheques may be sent to Tom Voisey, c/o the Peel Regional Police Telecommunications, 7750 Hurontario Street, Brampton, ON L6V 3W6. � Reference to the related CRTC decisions is on the last page of this document Page 2 of 3 Ci3� C► 3 � d) How is 911 operated? • Other provinces operate 911 systems themselves. In Ontario, local municipal authorities operate the 911 systems. • 911 systems are provided only within municipalities electing to provide the service (now 90%) with su6scriber billing for network services and maintenance and direct billing of costs to municipalities for staffing and terminal equipment • 911 systems are designed around central answering point (Primary Public Safety Answering Point (PPSAPs) which have dedicated lines. Incoming calls for 911 are conferencetl with associated police, fire for a given municipality and the appropriate ambulance dispatch center. Networks are designed, installed and maintained by Bell Canada. e) A Sample Resolution: Whereas The Ontario 911 Advisory Board was formed at the request of Ontario Municipalities; and Whereas it is now in great need of financial assistance in order to continue to represent our Ratepayers in the face of ever-increasing technological advancement; and Whereas technological advancement and deregulation of the local telephone market makes it necessary to represent municipalities and ratepayers at the Canadian Radio Telecommunication Commission (CRTC) and the CRTC Interconnection Steering Committee (CISC) on a regular basis; Therefore be it resolved that the municipality of contributes $ to the Ontario 9-1-1 Advisory Board in order to allow it to continue to advance a safe delivery of 9-1-1 system for police, fire and ambulance emergency services in our municipalities and throughout the Province. www.crta�c.calarchive/ENG/Decisions/1997/DT97-8.HTM - local exchange carriers www.crtc.�c.ca/archivelENG/Orders/2000/02000-SOO.htm - centrix resellers www.crtc.gc.ca/ENG/public/2000/8180/Crtc/cptspob.htm - competitive payphone providers www.crtc.ec.calarchive/en�/Orders/1999/099-1155.htm - alternate operator services www.crtc.�c.ca/archive/ENG/Decisions/2001/DT2001-299.htm - foreign exchange service www.crtc.gc.ca/archive/ENG/Decisions/2003/dt2003-53-1.htm - wireless services ' http://www.crtc.gc.ca/archive/ENG/Decisions/2005/dt20d5-21.htm - VOIP Page 3 of 3 The City of Pickering Animal Services and Municipal Property and Engineering Division Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario L 1 V 6K7 August 28, 2006 RE: OFF-LEASH DOG PARKS c:� G�� • .� � _�)� CY 3 � To the City of Pickering, This letter is a formal request to engage the City of Pickering in the investigation for establishing � designated off-leash areas for dogs within our municipality. The benefits of owning dogs are well documented, not including working-canines (seeing-eye, police, or support services dogs) and responsible pet management dictates these animals receive a minimum 45 minutes of exercise each day. For many breeds, on-leash walking does not provide sufficient cardiovascular activity so pet owners are turning to municipal parks, green spaces or other public areas for this purpose. The lack of designated dog areas places otherwise law abiding citizens in situations where they are in breech of city bylaws and also exposes non-pet owners to off-leash dogs which may create stress between both parties. According to Stats Canada, 32% of all households have dogs (estimated 10,000 canines in Pickering), which means this issue affects a significant portion of our community, directly or indirectly. A small group of representative citizens are requesting to work with City staff to investigate a resolution to this challenge and provide recommendations which will be brought before Council in the New Year. We trust this meets with Council's approval and look forward to resolving this issue in the future. Sincerely, Nicole Scarlett 741 Craighurst Court Pickering, On L 1 X 2X 1 Cc: Pickering Dog Park Committee Gordon and Chrisie Stokell Debbie Michlets Nora Alexander � _ . r (��-✓ tt? C' � �f-��, C` l�r�. ��c3 k'-� ��1� � � �� 3 �, Pickering Dog Parks Situational Summary August 28, 200b Situational Summary: Pickering Dog Parks Current Situation There are an estimated 10,000 canines within the City of Pickering and no designated off-leash areas in which to provide the exercise required to keep these animals healthy. As a result, many pet owners and working-dog handlers are walking dogs off-leash in city parks and green spaces. This can result in: • Law abiding citizens breaking municipal bylaws • Unwelcome pet-owner and non pet-owner encounters These events expose Pickering citizens to financial or other risk, which the City can help alleviate. Goal A group of representative citizens would like to work with the City of Pickering staff to investigate this issue with the intent on proposing a resolution to Council in the New Year. The anticipated benefits of this undertaking im�act almost every member of our community and include: • Promotion of responsible pet ownership for working and non-working dogs • Minimization of unwelcome encounters between pet and non-pet owners Municipal representatives demonstrate they are prepared to proactively work with the community to investigate improvements to the lifestyle and enjoyment of city parks and services Analysis Based on information from Statistics Canada, it is estimated that 32% of the Ontario households are dog owners. With an average household coflnprising 3.01 persons, it might be anticipated that Pickering, with a population of 92,200 is home to nearly 10,000 canines. Dogs perform a variety of useful tasks within our community including substance detection, search and rescue, physical assistance and companionship. Studies have shown that dogs improve the health and life expectancy of their owners and dog walking provides important social interaction for both the dogs and their handlers. Whether working dogs or family pets, all canines require exercise and on-leash walking is not a sufficient form of cardiovascular activity for many breeds. Over 70 municipalities in Ontario have addressed this issue by establishing off-leash areas and other major cities in Canada have done the same including Calgary (66), Edmonton (40), Vancouver (30), and Kelowna (37). Approach Working with the City of Pickering, the Pickering Dog Park Committee will assist with an investigation of establishing off-leash areas within the City boundaries. At the end of the analysis, a report will be provided to Council which summarizes the findings and makes recommendations for consideration on any next steps. G3� Pickering Uog Parks Situational Summary August 28, 2006 Pickering Dog Park Committee Nicole Scarlett 741 Craighurst Court Pickering, On L1X 2X1 Phone: 905-421-0381 Nicole.scarlett cr,cibc.ca Gordon and Chrissie Stokell Phone: 905-839-7084 Gordon. stokell@sympatico. ca Debbie Michlits Phone: 905-837-1265 Michlits ,s�patico.ca Nora Alexander Phone: 905-XXX-XXXX C� -� �'i C o,�� . � � - a.� Pickering Lawn Bowling Club 910 Liverpool Road Pickering Ontario L1W 1S6 �k ,�� t{�� ... ., < ��a�/a.r The Pickering Lawn Club believes that we can play an important and intricate part in the City of Pickering's - Master Plan - Strategic Report. We feel that it will enhance the City of Pickering's position and that realtors and developers will have an opportunity to advertise the availability of a class lawn bowling facility in the area (see page 12 of your Master Plan Technical Report titled "Impact or Development"). Once our facilities are completed it will allow us to bring in people from a11 over Ontario, Canada and possibly even the world for competitions. More importantly, it will allow us to service people in our own community in a more complete way. Page 14 of the Strategic Plan Report states that additional facilities should be provided for outdoor activities due to the aging baby-boomers in the City of F'ickering. On page 3 of the Strategic Plan Report and page 46 of the Master Plan - Technical Report, you discuss the efficient and impr�ved use of existing facilities. Let us remind you that the area to the north of our existing greens has been designated by the City as a n area for expansion and that the primary electrical and irrigation hook-ups are presently in place. Page 7 of the same report discusses that by the year 2036, 25% of the cities' population will be 65 years or older and that the outdoor activities, passive recreation and safer sports will be prevalent at this age group. Our clubs' registrations would suggest that your figures might be out of line. A clear indication of this has been an increase in our membership. In 1998 we had 55 paid memhers; to date we have 165. If our growth continues at this rate, and every indication shows that it will, we will certainly need to expand our facilities before the year 2011 as indicated in your report. It should further be noted that on page 8 of the same report, Physical Activities for seniors noticeably reduces the risk of heart disease, diabetes and obesity, all of which add cost to our health services. Page 26 of the report indicates that 37% of those questioned in your survey felt that there were insufficient facilities and that 25% of the respondents felt that the facilities were poorly maintained. We realize that maintenance is very costly and at the same time remind you that that major costs to maintain our greens is covered by our club and does not place an added burden on the City of Pickering. �r;�-� ✓ �cJ ��i2�.�_1-z:�� i (�'�`�✓�taC�►'lc'� �� . ��rnc.rc.� v,c ��cx�v � C e S � � On page 31 of the report you discuss financial support for any additional facility development. I would remind you that our club put up $135 000.00 to develop our present green. This was a substantial amount and we would be prepared to assist financially to expand our facilities. We also provided the finances to equip our clubhouse with a stove, refrigerator, ta.ble and chairs. Page 6 and 20 of the Master Plan - Strategic Report discuss the arts and cultural community, and the accessibility of the facilities to assist to the Rebecca Lodge, a ladies organization that had been displaced during the re-building of the Petticoat Creek Center. We also provided space for a Teen Girls Program to run by Parks and Recreation and writers' group twice a month. Furthermore, we amended our constitution in 2002 to admit low-income and disabled persons into our club. We also offered Parks and Recreation, an opportunity to bring in a youth program in which we would provide the necessary equipment and qualified instructors to teach the game of lawn bowling. It is important to note that we are an independent organization and that we must move our image away from being strictly an adult group, which is part of the seniors club. We operate as a separate organization that has an operating budget that exceeds $ y�v� � c� n� L�� per year. Other than the assistance for our initial start up costs. We have not appeared at the City Hall asking for financial assistance. The Pickering Lawn Bowling Club is fast becoming one of the largest clubs in the Ontario Lawn Bowling Association and with the addition of 30 plus new members this year, we will definitely be the largest club operating on a single green. We will be operating at full capacity. A further concern is that with this number of bowlers, it does not give the bowling greens a chance for daily recovery. Consider this, if you had 30-40 people walking up and down your front lawn at least 14 times a day, you can imagine what condition your lawn would be in. Even though we have an exceptional maintenance program to protect our greens, excessive use could destroy the greens. To replace the greens would be very expensive. A second green would greatly alleviate this problem. It has taken 10 years to bring our greens up to the point of excellence that we now enjoy. We are at a point when we must either limit our membership or add an additional green. r`\N �'ls 5 �T We feel that our club is certainl�to the City of Pickering's program and that the expansion of our facilities could be a"plus" in assisting the City to meet its needs. �� ; �� In order to bring our facilities up to the re�'irements needed to accommodate the growing population and acquire some of the prestigious tournaments, we would request that the City proceed as soon as possible to assist us in the building of a second area; providing an additional 8 greens with adequate lighting and irrigation; that both the existing greens along with the new greens be provided with protective sun shades around the perimeter and that the existing clubhouse be expanded to include the at the north side of our building. This should meet our requirements with very little cost to the City. Report Prepared by W.K. (Bill) Ainsworth, Past President, Pickering Lawn Bowling Club. C �i'o �' � c� t u—�' Y.� G �— G✓ E o / o e v� ,p. r�. Copies to: David Ryan -1Vlayor�" Thomas Quinn - CAO Doug Dickerson - City Counselor � Steve Reynolds - Parks and Recreation _ ��4� c��,� . �,i - c�� July 17, 2006 �� ,. � ' � � . :. . � D. Bentley, Clerk : City of Pickering Municipal Office ��,� �µ��_ y y a �i�� Tne Reg�o�ai 1 The Esplanade M""'c'pai'ty Pickering, ON, L 1 V 6K7 of Durham Health Department De�I' D. B8riil8y, STREET ADDRESS so5 Rossvva,N� R�. E. International Walk to Schood Day (IWALK), endorsed by tl�e Federation of �EV�� 2; wHiTav orv Canadian Municipalities, was established to encourage children and parents. nnaiurvG a��RESS to become more physically active, increase safe walking routes to schools, Po. Box �so and promote cleaner air in our communities. WHITBY ON CANADA L1 N OB2 Wednesday, October 4, 2006 is7nternational Walk to School Day, but so5-sssa�ll schools ma celebrate on an da durin October 2-6, 2006 which is 1-800-841-2729 y 3' 3' g Fax: so5-sss-s21 a International Walk to School Week; and part of lnternational Walk to www. region.durham.on.ca School Month. An Accredited In 2OOS, a total of 46 schools in Durham Region registered for1WALK Public Health Agency Day, and over 1,100 Ontario schools participated in International Walk to School Week. On behalf of Durham Region Health Department, I am requesting that the City of Pickering proclaims October 4; 2006, International Walk to School Day, thereby endorsing this special day and contributing to its local success. Please demonstrate your support by helping to celebrate IWALK in Durham Region. `�a�s trnly, �, �,�� .. � ._�� . , ...r...s....._– ,.� li �:.� . . � ��,r,n�� .—��, � . Eileen McLean, RN, BScN � `, �.`��. _ Public Health Nurse 'Y� � Durham Region Health bepartment 605 Rossland Rd. E. . _ .�� —,....._. Whitby, ON, L1N OB2 ' Tel: 905-668-7711 x3148 �� – �/ � 1-800-841-2729 ,�,�, �,�' Eileen.mclean@region.durham.on.ca � ,,�, �' � cn�R �tt� ,cy ��%p� T,�KE APPR. ACTION f � „Service Exce/lence �¢�/;��,��.�� far our Cammunities" �� v„� �� '�i'f��i � Z::�� 100% Post Consumer � ` ��UPE SCFI � I . • August 24, 2006 To Mayors and Councils, C�� b � - C�� Ontario Division Canadian Union of Public Employees .�05 Milrier Ave.. Suite 8C1, Scar��orough, aN M1B 3V4 Tel: � 16 299 9i39 • Fax: 4� 6 2`)9 3480 • E-mail: cupeont@web.net �� L � ;`c� �:� We are writing to ask that you and your Counc��ie��a��.r;�,endQr�e a day of recognition for the many people who work providing care to children in your community. Last year you were one of over one hundred and thirty municipalities that proclaimed this day of appreciation, making it such a success. The Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care (OCBCC), the Canadian Union of Public Employees (,CUPE) and our other labour nartners representina child care workers across Ontario are asking that Wednesday October 25th 2006 be proclaimed as Chi/d Care Worker & Far/y Chi/dhood EducatorAppreciation Dayin accordance with the attached resolution. Many groups are recognized by way of Municipal Resolution. Such a day allows the community to recognize the work of various groups and to acknowledge the contributions they make in the lives of community members. Many children, families and communities benefit from the work of child care workers. Child care also contributes to the economic life of communities. Research shows the many economic benefits accrued from affordable, accessible high quality child care. This benefit comes from the number of people employed in the child care industry and because the availability of child care allows parents to work and to contribute to the economic life of society. To help us to promote this day we would also like to ask your Council to provide financial support for public announcements, for example advertising the day on the side of city buses or other means your Council uses to reach out to the public and we are happy to provide artwork to facilitate this process. We hope that with your active support your proclamation of this day of recognition will encourage and support a day of community recognition for child care workers. Please advise us of your participation in this day of recognition so that we can acknowledge your community's role in celebrating child care workers across Ontario on October 25tn Thank you for your consideration. Yours sincerely, ��t�i � Sid Ryan President, CUPE Ontario ,� � , Shellie Bird President, OCBCC /1`lo�t`o n 'fa ��:�4u�� COPE 491:m1 Patrick (Sid) Ryan "ONE STRONG VOICE" Fred Hahn Pres;�rartt � Secratary-Treasurer His Warship Mayor Dave Ryan The Corporation of the Cirty of Pickering One Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 Dear Mayor Ryan, �� t � `r��l�lt. �� , �,/ C��' �3 -� � August 12, 2406 We are very fortunate to have the bene#it af many cultures cantributing to our communi#y. I am writing to you on behalf of TESL Durham (Teachers of English as a Secrmd Language}, which is an affiliate of TESL Ontario, to ask that you declare the week of November 12 —18, 2406, "English as a Secand Language Week". This week has been recognized by #he mayors of Toranto, Milton, Nortolk and others and we hope you will join also. Our goal during this week and beyond is to celebrate the diversity and wealth of experience that our newcomers have brought to our communities. Our ESL classes will participate in a variety af activities to highlight accompiishments and bring an awareness of the talent of this special group of peaple. TESL �ntario will hold its annual conference from Navember 16-18, 2Q06. This conference has been bringing ESL professianals togeth�r for aver 30 years. In addition, TESL Dur°fham will be hasting an art show and campetition. TESL Ontaria and TESL Durham are arganizations that provide pro#essional deve{opmen# and support for teachers, administrators, students and volunteers wha work with immigrants, refugees, citizens and visitors who wish to improve their English skilis. TESL Durham represents teachers who reside and/or teach in your area. I have includes a sample of the proclamation other mayors have used. I hape this will be useful to you. If you have any questians, suggestions or camments, please cantact me at 905 509-1406 or the Executive Director af TESL Ontario, Renate Tilson, at 416 593-4243. Thank you for your considerativn. Sincerefy, J.(,'+ _.� � ) 5.r *" '�t. ... � . � �^ ' � . f ..r.; � Karen Evans President, TESL Durham Email: karene000�yahoo.ca � � Karen Evans 340 Dyson Rd ��"� Pickering ON Li W 2M9 Q4; � U°�l` C� � '� �1` �QI� ' � C�4� Tl�e F.egion of has become the destination of choice for many immigrants to Ontario who have added to the region's diversity by bringing their culture, customs and language, even as they endeavour to acquire the ability to communicate in English. The community of English as a Second Language learners are represented in all aspects of society. They are students in elementary and secondary schools, universities, colleges, public and private schools, adult education students pursuing literacy and basic skills, participants in workplace-training programs, researchers and subjects, volunteers and workers, employees and business owners, labourers and professionals, neighbours and friends. The professional organization Teachers of English as a Second Language (TESL) Ontario hosts a conference in Toronto each November consisting of workshops, research symposia and a technology fair to maintain and expand the skills and abilities of its members. NOW THEREFORE, I, Mayor , on behalf of Council, do hereby proclaim November 12 — 18, 2006 as "English as a Second Language Week" in the Region of 9(13/2006 11:33 AM FROM: Fax Law Office of Michael Webstec T0: 9py9LV7�°J -•--- 180 Dundas Street West Suite 1250 Toronto, Ontario M5G 1Z8 Tei: 416-214-5555 Fax: 416-214-9096 September 13, 2006 PRIVILEGED AND CONFIDENTIAL Mayor Dave Ryan The Corporation of the City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario L1 V 6K7 Mr. Maurice Brenner Regional Councillor Ward 1 The Corporation of the City of Pickering One The Espianade Pickering, Ontario L1 V 6K7 Mr. Bill McLean Regional Councillor Ward 2 The Corporation of the City of Pickering One The Espianade . Pickering, Ontario L1 V 6K7 Mr. Rick Johnson Regional Councillor Ward 3 The Corporation of the City of Pickering One The EO t r o L1 V 6K7 Pickering, Mr. Kevin Ashe City Councillor Ward 1 The Corporation of the City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario L1 V 6K7 Mr. Doug Dickerson City Councillor Ward 2 The Corporation of the City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario L1 V 6K7 ��t� C��/� . �, �' -` d � . �� ;: ��;;�s � �: �f-� ,��:�.. K�>^��.�i. Kr�� .;:y' ;� � 3�.: k�..�n» . 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The drivers who are leasing the plate pay the license owners, and in turn some of them but not all of them acquire a property interest in the plate and obtain payments from others drivers who lease their plate. (The people who are the net losers in this scheme are people who either enter and exit the taxi industry quickly or have a nomadic history with respect to taxi employment.) The City of Pickering however faces a difficult challenge in that for the foreseeable future no new plates wifl be issued. I note that in fact the proposed by-law identifies only 74 plates that the City of Pickering has authorized. In my view a clear mistake, given the litigation between the City of Pickering, Durham Rapid Taxi and Pick-N-Go Taxi. The City has commenced a civil action in which they demand the return of these 9 or 10 plates and to foreclose the possibility that the City may be wrong and lose their civil action by passing a By-law would simply invite, in my opinion, a judicial review for expropriation of property. Having made that point I do wish to discuss more fully some of the apparent goals of the City in passing this by-law. My clients' as brokers are primarily concerned with three related things: 1. First, is that the tl��o sibmaeal unfa� ness in he unstt e obtainrivers will o v e r e m p h a s � z e p e r c e i v e d a n p Y 2. Second, ff the drivers are not making a sufficient wage, customer service suffers as the drivers as anyone are impatient and frustrated with their fares. 3. Finally, a major concern of my client is to improve the overall demand for their services. By way of example during the last four years in the Town of Ajax, Durham Rapid Taxi has increased the demand for their services approximately 8 fold. The creation of a Clean Air Permit in the City of Pickering's By-law. However the creation of new plates, in and amongst itself, will do nothing to create demand for those services it will simp�c ear'andsconv nc ngddocument t onuas to the nature of the supply providmg you with and demand for taxi cabs in Pickering. On the other hand, my clients would welcome the opportunity to put on the road new vehicles which that passed a Clean Air standard. Our suggestion is this. The City of Pickering should establish a program to convert the use of vehicles in the taxi cab fleet to Clean Air vehicles over a period of time. This need not be a total conversion of the City of Pickering's taxi fleet. But there should be substantial incentives for taxi cab owners of vehicles to convert their car to a Clean Air Vehicle. This cannot be done in my view successfully with the introduction of a Clean Air permit type of taxi license. There are several problems with the permit, as being currently experienced by the City of Toronto. A permit holder cannot keep the car on the road the necessary 24 hours, 7 ��'�� 9/13/2006 11:33 AM FROM: Fax Law Office of Michael Webster T0: 9059209685 PAGE: 004 OF 009 days a week, 365 days a year. The permit holder will tend to favour the busy times and not be on the road during the slower times. Unfortunately, what the permit holder assumes maybe busy or slow times often doesn't jive with reality and customer service suffers as a result. With a brokerage established in the City of Pickering, Rapid Taxi is able to maintain full time service. With respect to the full time service we are able to demonstrate quite convincingly because of the SoftCab software the amount of time on the road for any individual car, the length of the trip, and the destination of the driver. In conclusion, the creation of the Clean Air Permit and the limitation on existing permits from 82 to 74 is likely to engender a massive amount of litigation without increasing drivers income or customer service. However the creation of a Clean Air Standard for a taxi cab vehicle may increase the demand for this type of service. We have some fu�ther ideas on the way to increase the demand for a Clean Air vehicle and would be happy to share them with you at a future taxi cab advisory meeting. The basic idea is to take advantage of the mass migration to and from the City of Toronto each day and provide the taxi industry in the City of Pickering with the ability during those peak times to ferry individuals wishing to use a cleaner and friendlier method of traveling to the City of Toronto an appropriate service, without those vehicles, being full time taxi cab vehicles. But again this suggestion is in the embryonic stages and I look forward to addressing the Committee, Councilors and Mayor on this very important issue in the future. Yours truly, c��aa/ y�. i��ir� (a computer generated signature) EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT September 18, 2006 Executive Committee Report EC 2006-13 of the Meeting Held on September 11, 2006 Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 44-06 Zoning By-law Amendment Application, A25/05 974735 Ontario Inc. (Robert Lennox) 3880 Kinsale Road Part of Lot 3, Concession 6(40R-23226 Parts 1, 2& 3) Citv of Pickerinq RECOMMENDATION 1. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 25/05 be approved, as set out in the draft by-law attached as Appendix I to Report PD 44-06, to amend the existing zoning from "A" Rural Agricultural zone to: (i) "CLR6" Cluster Residential zone to permit the establishment of ten lots for residential dwellings on the subject property, being Part of Lot 3, Concession 6(40R-23226 Parts 2& 3), City of Pickering, and (ii) "EP (ND)" Environmentally Protected Area Nitrate Dilution zone, and "OS-HL-EP (ND)" Open Space Hazard Lands — Environmentally Protected Area Nitrate Dilution zone, to acknowledge a portion of the property for nitrate dilution purposes serving the proposed new residential development and to protect and maintain a portion of the property as open space, on lands being Part of Lot 3, Concession 6 (40R-23226 Part 1), City of Pickering; 2. That in accordance with Section 34(17) of the Planning Act, while the zoning amendment proposed in Report PD 44-06 differs slightly from the information contained in the public meeting notice, and Information Report No. 26-05 presented at the January 19, 2006 Information Meeting, such difference is not considered substantial enough to require further notice and another public meeting; and L" � � �� ,� 3. That the zoning by-law to implement Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 25/05, as set out in Appendix I to Report PD 44-06, be forwarded to City Council for enactment. 2. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 43-06 704858 Ontario Limited Plan of Subdivision 40M-1956 Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision RECOMMENDATION 1. That Council pass the following resolution: a) That the highway being Amaretto Avenue within Plan 40M- 1956 be assumed for public use; b) That the services required by the Subdivision Agreement relating to Plan 40M-1956, which are constructed, installed or located on lands dedicated to, or owned by the City, or on lands lying immediately adjacent thereto, including lands that are subject to easements transferred to the City, be accepted and assumed for maintenance, save and except from Blocks 21, 22 and 24, Plan 40M-1956; c) That the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to Plan 40M-1956 be released and removed from title; d) That By-law 1416/82 (Places of Amusement) be amended to include the road being Amaretto Avenue within Plan 40M- 1956; and 2. That Council enact a by-law to dedicate Block 23, Plan 40M- 1956 as public highway. 3. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 29-06 No Parking By-law — Park Crescent Amendment to Bv-law 6604/05 RECOMMENDATION That Report OES 29-06 regarding a proposed amendment to the municipal traffic by-law 6604/05 be received; and 2. That the attached draft by-law be enacted to amend Schedule `B' to By-law 6604/05 to provide for the regulating of parking on �� J highways or parts of highways under the jurisdiction of the Corporation of the City of Pickering and on private and municipal property. 4. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 30-06 Tender T-7-2006 Helen Crescent, Brands Court, Trellis Court Road Reconstruction and Watermain Works RECOMMENDATION That Report OES-30-06 regarding Helen Crescent, Brands Court, Trellis Court Road Reconstruction and Watermain Works be received; 2. That portion of Tender T-7-2006 submitted by Hollingworth Construction Company for Helen Crescent and Brands Court excluding (Trellis Court) Road Reconstruction and Watermain Works at a cost of $372,022 plus GST be accepted; 3. That the total gross project cost of $644,684.96 (plus GST) including the tender amount, the Region of Durham's portion and other associated costs and a net total cost of $375,000.00 after recoveries identified in this report be approved; 4. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to finance the project through the issuance of debentures through the Region of Durham; and a) That debt financing not exceeding the amount of $310,000 for a period not exceeding 10 years, at a rate to be determined; b) That annual repayment charges in the amount of approximately $42,000 be included in the annual Current Budget for the City of Pickering commencing in 2007 continuing thereafter until the loan is repaid; and any financing cost be paid out of the 2006 Current Budget; c) That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer has certified that this loan and the repayment thereof falls within the City's Debt Financial Obligations approved Annual Repayment Limit for debt and other financial obligations for 2006 as established by the Province for municipalities in Ontario; d) That the Treasurer is authorized to take any actions necessary in order to effect the foregoing; and �` � � 5. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take necessary action to give effect thereto. 5. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 31-06 Glendale Tennis Club Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant Application Requirement Lease Aqreement RECOMMENDATIO That Report OES 31-06 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services be received; 2. That Council acknowledges to the Ontario Trillium Foundation that the Glendale Tennis Club Project for upgrading existing tennis facilities will be permitted at David Farr Memorial Park; and 3. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a lease agreement to permit the newly incorporated Glendale Tennis Club the use of the Tennis Facilities for club purposes at David Farr Memorial Park from October 1, 2006 to September 21, 2012 that is in the form and substance acceptable to the Director, Operations & Emergency Services and the City Solicitor. 6. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 27-06 Confirmation of Comprehensive Crime Insurance for 2006 RECOMMENDATION That Report CS 27-06 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received for information. 7. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 44-06 Cash Position Report as at June 30, 2006 RECOMMENDATION That Report CS 44-06 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received for information. �� 8. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 45-06 2006 Final Tax Due Dates for Commercial, Industrial and Multi-Residential Real� Tax Classes RECOMMENDATION That Report CS 45-06 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received; 2. That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to issue the Final 2006 Tax Bills for Commercial, Industrial and Multi-residential properties with a due date of October 13t", 2006; 3. That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to make any changes or undertake any actions necessary, including altering the due date, in order to ensure the tax billing process is completed and in order to comply with Provincial Regulations; 4. That the necessary by-law attached to this report be read three times and approved; and 5. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be given authority to give effect thereto. 9. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 48-06 Establishment of Appleview-Spartan Neiqhbourhood Watch RECOMMENDATION That the letter from the Durham Regional Police Service dated July 31, 2006 endorsing the establishment of the Appleview-Spartan Neighbourhood Watch, be received; and 2. That the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering hereby endorse the Appleview-Spartan Neighbourhood Watch and approves the installation of Neighbourhood Watch signs at the entrances to the subject area. ��i.� 10. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 46-06 Veridian Corporation Amended and Restated Shareholder's Aqreement RECOMMENDATION That the recommendation contained in the `In Camera' minutes of September 11, 2006, be adopted. 11. Memorandum from the Chief Administrative Officer dated September 6, 2006 with respect to the Pickering, Ajax, Whitby Animal Services — Termination of Aqreements — Status of Negotiations RECOMMENDATION That the recommendation contained in the `In Camera' minutes of September 11, 2006, be adopted. 12. Memorandum to the Chief Administrative Officer from the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer and the City Solicitor dated September 7, 2006 with respect to the APTA Transfer Update RECOMMENDATION That the recommendation contained in the `In Camera' minutes of September 11, 2006, be adopted. , . --- ,,, = � � , �a �� u -i� � ,_ _. �� ,�,-� .,. .�.�.,�.�;.: _... �_�� _�� PRESENT: Mayor Ryan COUNCILLORS: K. Ashe M. Brenner D. Dickerson R. Johnson B. McLean D. Pickles ALSO PRESENT: Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Councii Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson T. J. Quinn - Chief Administrative Officer E. Buntsma - Director, Operations & Emergency Services N. Carroll - Director, Planning & Development G. Paterson - Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer D. Bentley - City Clerk L. Taylor - Manager, Development Review R. Pym - Principal Planner-Development Review D. Shields - Deputy Clerk (I) MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION 1. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 44-06 Zoning By-law Amendment Application, A25/05 974735 Ontario Inc. (Robert Lennox) 3880 Kinsale Road Part of Lot 3, Concession 6(40R-23226 Parts 1, 2& 3) City of Pickering Valerie Crammer , Valerie Cranmer Associates, a representative for the applicant appeared before the Committee in support of Report 44-06 of the Director, Planning & Development. �� .1 � � ->f llhn ��` '"{Y3 ,��i�'�� r � .... >>- . .,,�„ :. � ,�,-� �-.a!�� = . �� ,� �i� �'� RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Dickerson Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 25/05 be approved, as set out in the draft by-law attached as Appendix I to Report PD 44-06, to amend the existing zoning from "A" Rural Agricultural zone to: (i) "CLR7" Cluster Residential zone to permit the establishment of ten lots for residential dwellings on the subject property, being Part of Lot 3, Concession 6(40R-23226 Parts 2& 3), City of Pickering, and (ii) "EP (ND)" Environmentally Protected Area Nitrate Dilution zone, and "OS-HL-EP (ND)" Open Space Hazard Lands — Environmentally Protected Area Nitrate Dilution zone, to acknowledge a portion of the property for nitrate dilution purposes serving the proposed new residential development and to protect and maintain a portion of the property as open space, on lands being Part of Lot 3, Concession 6(40R-23226 Part 1), City of Pickering; 2. That in accordance with Section 34(17) of the P/anning Act, while the zoning amendment proposed in Report PD 44-06 differs slightly from the information contained in the public meeting notice, and Information Report No. 26-05 presented at the January 19, 2006 Information Meeting, such difference is not considered substantial enough to require further notice and another public meeting; and 3. That the zoning by-law to implement Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 25/05, as set out in Appendix I to Report PD 44-06, be forwarded to City Council for enactment. CARRIED 2. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 45-06 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A06/06 S.R. & R. Bay Ridges Ltd. 1215-1235 Bayly Street Part of Block Y, Plan M-16 City of Pickering Lynda Taylor, Manager, Development Review, outlined the contents of Report PD 45-06 with the aid of a powerpoint presentation. ,. - _ „ .--_ �� a�i� ,� � — • '� "�� , — � ��.�!� _ _ _.,.. _�� _��_I_�� Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson Gardner Church, a representative for the applicant, appeared before the Committee in support of the application. Mr. Church stated that the development would infuse the local economy with almost a fifth of a billion dollars in the coming two or three years. He noted that it would provide high quality construction jobs and high quality homes. He stated that the Bay Ridges Plaza is no longer viable and stated that this proposal would revive the retail services in the area. Mr. Church noted that he had further comments with regards to the Planning report but request to address the Committee after the delegations. John Collins, 849 Darwin Drive, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in support of the application and stated that the development would Improve the existing plaza and attract people to the area. Tim Dobson, Chairman, Pickering East Shore Community Association (PESCA), Bay Ridges Plaza (BRP) Redevelopment Committee and Susan Carlevaris, President, PESCA, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the subject application. They advised that PESCA was opposed to the application based on the following key points; building heights; traffic and parking congestion in the area; the environmental impacts on the Douglas Ravine and Frenchman's Bay; inadequate retail space allocation and the affect the increase of traffic in the area would have on emergency evacuation routes. They further stated that a food store was needed in the area but did not feel there would be enough commercial space to attract a food store. Concern was expressed with respect to the existing retail merchants and what would happen to them. PESCA was of the opinion that there was too much of a residential component to the application and that employment lands were being lost. They noted that PESCA recommended a 7 storey building and not a 16 and 18 storey building. They felt there was inadequate parking for the site and felt on street parking would become worse. They stated that they wanted a development that would complement the community and felt this development did not. In summary, they noted that PESCA, BRP Redevelopment Committee disagreed with recommendation #'s 1 to 3 of the report and further noted that recommendation #4 should be set aside pending a proposal which is better suited to address the concerns of the residents. John Blue, 4730 Thornton Road, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the subject application. Mr. Blue stated that he owned the car wash and the laundromat in the plaza located at 1235 Bayly Street and represented some of the tenants. He advised that the merchants had not been asked for their input into the project. Mr. Blue further noted that he felt there was a lot less retail space for the development and that retail services were important for the area. He noted that he �5� � � � �.� .�� „ ,�-,�� ;��,��o;�;�� — � _ ,�, ��:;�—^'3:l�,.� v _��_, ��!� � Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson agreed that the plaza had to be improved but felt that the concerns of the existing tenants in the plaza had not been addressed. Doris Hopper, 204-1210 Radom Street, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the subject application. She noted that this area was the gateway to the City's waterfront and the City should be more creative in what they build in this location. She noted that the land needed a public component to the development and suggested that a museum for migratory birds would attract people to the area. She felt that the City should look at a private/public partnership for the area and noted that residential and retail could be worked into the concept. She further stated that the residential component was too high. Frances Hanna, 599 Liverpool Road, appeared before the Committee in support of the application and advised that the development would bring more people to the area. He also noted that an 18 storey building already existed in the area so this would not be something new. Mr. Hanna felt that most people would be commuters so traffic would not be an issue. Bob Varga, 1210 Radom Street, Board of Director for DCC #19, appeared before the Committee and expressed concerned with making sure there was enough water, electricity and sewer capacity for the development. He stated that the commercial component was very important for the development and noted that retail services would come into the area if the market could sustain them. Wendy Johnson, 1210 Radom St., appeared before the Committee and stated that her concerns were with the retail services. She stated that retail services were needed in the area for the senior residents and that they needed to economically suit the clientele of the area. She further stated that the current business owners had not been kept very well informed on what was happening. Ms. Johnson stated that she was surprised to learn that DCC #19 sent a letter supporting the development and in summary advised that she understood that redevelopment was necessary, but not at this level. Paul Crawford, 1867 Antonio Street, appeared before the Committee and expressed concern with the short review period of the report, prior to being presented to Committee. He noted that he would like to see the developer, Council and residents sit down and go over the report point by point. He requested that consideration be made to reduce the amount of residential on the development in the event that the report was to be approved and further, the report should be sent back for further discussion due to the density and height of the proposed development. In summary he st�ted that he would like to see the plaza redeveloped but would like to see more jobs created. Mr. Crawford submitted a , -_ „ � �� y�l€I�� i .. ,� :,��,-� ,: � � � � �_<..�.�� I_�_��•��i�� Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm ��111i��1[�iifTiil� Chair: Councillor Johnson petition from residents of Bayshore Towers (DCC #19) in disagreement with the letter of July 31, 2006 from the Board of Directors, which supported the subject application and further noting the petition was in opposition to the subject redevelopment application. Ed Fulton, 1210 Radom Street, appeared before the Committee and stated that residents needed more time to review a report of this size. He advised that the community had been poorly served through this application and that much of the application had relied on the availability of transit. He further advised that in his opinion transit was bad in the area and that it usually took two buses to get anywhere. Mr. Fulton stated that he did not support DCC #19 letter of support and noted that the Board did not notify residents of this letter. He also stated that this development would increase the traffic and parking in the area and felt that the developer was misleading by focusing on transit use. Mr. Fulton noted that he would like to see a larger commercial component and less residential development in the subject application. Charmaine Shaw, 1294 Radom Street, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the development. She noted that she did not agree with the high rise and felt this was not keeping with the existing community. She noted that she was concerned with the increase of traffic and questioned how shadowing tests were completed. She stated that there was only a few ways of exiting this area and felt the development would really affect traffic flow. In summary, she advised that she understood that redevelopment was needed but not a high rise development. Pasquale Malandrino, 633 Dunn Crescent, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. Mr. Malandrino stated that he was a tenant in the plaza and felt that Council had not supported the tenants and residents in the area with this development. He further stated that he did agree the plaza needed to be redeveloped but would have like his concerns addressed and more support from the City. Barb Vannen, 1210 Radom Street, appeared before the Committee and stated that this was one of the oldest communities in Pickering and felt that more consideration should be given to the redevelopment of the area. She noted that she would like to see a full park, not just a parkette in the middle of the development with housing facing all four sides. She stated that soft services like daycares, schools, senior services and Doctor's offices were required in order to make it a place that the community would want it to be. Stephanie Newitt, 1001 Albacore Manor, appeared before Committee and expressed concern with the subjPCt application. �s� ,� , ,, = ,,, _.� �,�{��;� .� �=� -. ;� : ,.�--� ,,: � .�, ; ■ _�� _I�� Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson Linda Rehel, 1009 Albacore Manor, appeared before the Committee and noted that she agreed the old plaza needed to be redeveloped and that the proposed development would improve the area. Mark Willis, 1866 Fairport Road, appeared before the Committee and stated that he was in support of the application and noted that he had been dealt with fairly by the developer. He stated that change was always hard to accept but felt the development would bring a new economy to Pickering and hopefully bring new families to the area. Byron Palmer, 1294 Radom Street, appeared before the Committee and noted that he was not against the subject development but expressed concern with the increase in traffic the development would create. Eileen Higden, 852 Fairview Drive appeared before the Committee and questioned if any agreements with developers had been made based on the proposed recommendations. She also noted that she would like the report deferred because more time was need to go over the report. Shaun Dunn, 713 Pebble Court appeared before the Committee and advised that he supported the subject development. Paul Fieldhouse, 1210 Radom Street, appeared before the Committee and noted that redevelopment should go ahead, but not in its present form. Jamie Scrymgeour, 758 Stonepath Circle, appeared before the Committee in support of the redevelopment. The Committee recessed at 10:10 pm and reconvened at 10:34 pm. Jacqueline Smart, 829 Fairview Drive, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the subject application. She stated that the proposal was not acceptable in its present form, but did understand that redevelopment was needed. John Moniz, 1299 Kingston Road, appeared before the Committee in support of the subject application. He noted the development was needed, however, he expressed concern with the tenants of existing leases. , �.. ,...: ,;��U�o,� �. �� a ,�,�-w. :.,�,i �L �_��, ��_I� � Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson Carmen Montgomery, 239 Lupin Drive, questioned what part of the proposed development could the Ontario Municipal Board over ride (ie: Go Transit and/or CN comments). She further stated that meaningful negotiations with all parties could allow for a good resolution for everyone. She further stated that she did not want to lose the environmental issues noted within the report. Abdul Prenji, owner of the pharmacy within the plaza requested that the statutory meeting minutes of June 1, 2006 be amended to more closely reflect his comments. He expressed his appreciation to the residents for the support of his pharmacy over the years. Gardner Church, a representative for the applicant expressed appreciation for a very thorough staff report. He stated that the vast majority of the staff comments were consistent with the plan, however, four key issues remained, being; dead end streets — the request to create three dead end road with only one vehicle exit from each has not been thought through; commercial space phasing — the requirement that the new commercial facilities be built in the first stage is economically impossible; parking — City staff is recommending 4.5 parking spaces per 100 sq. metres of commercial area, which is 80% of the parking required where land conservation, sustainability and transit orientation were not issues; and, holding by- law — staff proposal to place a holding by-law on the entire property after approval of the rezoning while the site plan is developed is considered redundant. He outlined in detail the four key issues and the specific concerns of the applicant. A question and answer period ensued. RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Ashe That Council adopt the Development Guidelines for the Bay Ridges Plaza area, as set out in Appendix III to Planning Report PD 45-06; 2. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A06/06 submitted by S.R.& R. Bay Ridges Ltd., on lands being Part of Block Y, Plan M-16, City of Pickering, to amend the zoning to permit a mixed use development consisting of apartment buildings containing commercial/retail uses and townhouse dwelling units, be approved, with an "(H)" holding provision subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix I to Planning Report PD 45-06; 4'U� r „ - ,. � '�� !� ��+��:i��!� ��=�_��_I�� Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson 3. That the amending zoning by-law, to implement Zoning By-law Amendment Application A06/06, as set out in Appendix II to Planning Report PD 45-06, be forwarded to City Council for enactment; and 4. That traffic signals be installed at the intersection of Bayly Street and St. Martins Drive, in consultation with the Region of Durham and the City of Pickering, as a condition of proceeding with development and that the full cost of design and construction be the responsibility of the owner. CARRIED AS AMENDED (See Following Motions) Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Ashe That Item #2 of the main motion be amended by deleting `with an "(H)" holding provision" and inserting the following at the end; `as amended, to reflect 15% of the townhouse development to be withheld until the commercial area is approved." ... �_. Moved by Mayor Ryan Seconded by Councillor Pickles `That Report PD 45-06 of the Director, Planning & Development, as amended, be considered at the October 3, 2006 meeting of Council in order for further discussion to take place prior to final consideration.' CARRIED 3. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 43-06 704858 Ontario Limited Plan of Subdivision 40M-1956 Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Ryan Seconded by Councillor Brenner That Council pass the foll�wing resolution: ,.... ,,., �'�, .�;�=ut�El� � ._' ,�-� .,- : �:�.�4 �_�� _��I_I�� a) Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson That the highway being Amaretto Avenue within Plan 40M-1956 be assumed for public use; b) That the services required by the Subdivision Agreement relating to Plan 40M-1956, which are constructed, installed or located on lands dedicated to, or owned by the City, or on lands lying immediately adjacent thereto, including lands that are subject to easements transferred to the City, be accepted and assumed for maintenance, save and except from Blocks 21, 22 and 24, Plan 40M-1956; c) d) That the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to Plan 40M-1956 be released and removed from title; That By-law 1416/82 (Places of Amusement) be amended to include the road being Amaretto Avenue within Plan 40M-1956; and 2. That Council enact a by-law to dedicate Block 23, Plan 40M-1956 as public highway. Ca_T:7:71��7 4. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 27-06 Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer Addition to Pickering Fire Services Division Headquarters, Bayly Street Tender No. T-14-2006 RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Report OES 27-06 regarding the Addition to Fire Services Division Headquarters be received; 2. That Tender No. T-14-2006, low bid submitted by W.S. Morgan Construction Ltd. for the addition to Pickering Fire Services Division Headquarters in the amount of $1,227,000 (GST extra), be accepted and the company be so advised; 3. That the total gross project cost of $1,427,820 and a net project cost of $1,347,000, be approved; � � ,, ,.... •m�ti��;� � � � ;�-,�,-� �„ :. �-� -��1�� Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson 4. That $417,000 be financed from the Development Charges Reserve Fund and the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to transfer the funds; 5. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to finance the project as follows: a) Debt financing through the Region of Durham not to exceed the amount of $930,000 for a period not to exceed twenty (20) years at a rate to be determined; b) That annual repayment charges in the amount of approximately $75,000 be included in the annual current budget for the City of Pickering commencing in 2007 and continuing thereafter until the loan is repaid; c) That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer has certified that this loan and the repayment thereof falls within the City's debt and financial obligations approved annual repayment limit for debt and other financial obligations for 2006 as established by the Province for municipalities in Ontario; d) That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to take any actions necessary in order to effect the foregoing; and, 6. That staff at the City of Pickering be given the authority to give effect thereto. CARRIED Report OES 27-06 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services and the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer will be considered at a special meeting of Council immediately following the Executive Committee meeting. 5. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 29-06 No Parking By-law — Park Crescent Amendment to By-law 6604/05 RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Pickles , , ��x ,,.... , a�;�� ; -, - - - -- =. �� _�i� :�_�_�I�� 1. Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson That Report OES 29-06 regarding a proposed amendment to the municipal traffic by-law 6604/05 be received; and 2. That the attached draft by-law be enacted to amend Schedule `B' to By-law 6604/05 to provide for the regulating of parking on highways or parts of highways under the jurisdiction of the Corporation of the City of Pickering and on private and municipal property. CARRIED 6. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 30-06 Tender T-7-2006 Helen Crescent, Brands Court, Trellis Court Road Reconstruction and Watermain Works RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Brenner That Report OES-30-06 regarding Helen Crescent, Brands Court, Trellis Court Road Reconstruction and Watermain Works be received; 2. That portion of Tender T-7-2006 submitted by Hollingworth Construction Company for Helen Crescent and Brands Court excluding (Trellis Court) Road Reconstruction and Watermain Works at a cost of $372,022 plus GST be accepted; 3. That the total gross project cost of $644,684.96 (plus GSTj including the tender amount, the Region of Durham's portion and other associated costs and a net total cost of $375,000.00 after recoveries identified in this report be approved; 4. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to finance the project through the issuance of debentures through the Region of Durham; and a) That debt financing not exceeding the amount of $310,000 for a period not exceeding 10 years, at a rate to be determined; C��"� # , r ,,.,=� ��.... �� ,�'�°-i��..y-�-.,., : . . , �_ _.. �� _I_�� 5 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson b) That annual repayment charges in the amount of approximately $42,000 be included in the annual Current Budget for the City of Pickering commencing in 2007 continuing thereafter until the loan is repaid; and any financing cost be paid out of the 2006 Current Budget; c) That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer has certified that this loan and the repayment thereof falls within the City's Debt Financial Obligations approved Annual Repayment Limit for debt and other financial obligations for 2006 as established by the Province for municipalities in Ontario; d) That the Treasurer is authorized to take any actions necessary in order to effect the foregoing; and That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take necessary action to give effect thereto. ..• � � � 7. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 31-06 Glendale Tennis Club Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant Application Requirement Lease Aqreement RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Brenner That Report OES 31-06 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services be received; 2. That Council acknowledges to the Ontario Trillium Foundation that the Glendale Tennis Club Project for upgrading existing tennis facilities will be permitted at David Farr Memorial Park; and , - � �� s !y� s�II�3�1€1 .,—�r. �� Irn�� Y _��i�_��_��II�� E Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson 3. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a lease agreement to permit the newly incorporated Glendale Tennis Club the use of the Tennis Facilities for club purposes at David Farr Memorial Park from October 1, 2006 to September 21, 2012 that is in the form and substance acceptable to the Director, Operations & Emergency Services and the City Solicitor. ... . _ . . �. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 27-06 Confirmation of Comprehensive Crime Insurance for 2006 RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Brenner That Report CS 27-06 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received for information. CARRIED Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 44-06 Cash Position Report as at June 30, 2006 RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Brenner That Report CS 44-06 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received for information. CARRIED 10. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 45-06 2006 Final Tax Due Dates for Commercial, Industrial and Multi-Residential Realtv Tax Classes RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Brenner �� .. - , =_ _; .�,��s�a;�; -�-� �, _. ,�- ;�--� . �,�:� � �� C 11 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson That Report CS 45-06 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received; 2. That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to issue the Final 2006 Tax Bills for Commercial, Industrial and Multi-residential properties with a due date of October 13th, 2006; 3. That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to make any changes or undertake any actions necessary, including altering the due date, in order to ensure the tax billing process is completed and in order to comply with Provincial Regulations; 4 5. That the necessary by-law attached to this report be read three times and approved; and That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be given authority to give effect thereto. CARRIED Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 48-06 Establishment of Appleview-Spartan Neiqhbourhood Watch RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Brenner 1. That the letter from the Durham Regional Police Service dated July 31, 2006 endorsing the establishment of the Appleview-Spartan Neighbourhood Watch, be received; and 2. That the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering hereby endorse the Appleview-Spartan Neighbourhood Watch and approves the installation of Neighbourhood Watch signs at the entrances to the subject area. CARRIED ,,, ._ �� ,��, .. ,�_;,�-� , �;��.�!.. ��•�� (III) OTHER BUSINESS Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson 1. Councillor Dickerson and Councillor McLean gave notice that they will be presenting a Notice of Motion at the September 18, 2006 meeting of Council with respect to the Pickering Lawn Bowling Club. � 3. Councillor Pickles requested an update with respect to Brock Road/Pickering Parkway as it related to the IPS Study review. The following matters were discussed prior to the regular Executive Committee meeting: Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That Council move into a closed meeting of Council in order to discuss a matter subject to litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the City; and the receiving of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. Refer to the `In Camera' minutes of September 11, 2006. a) Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Confidential Report CS 46-06 Veridian Corporation Amended and Restated Shareholder's Aqreement Moved by Councillor Ryan Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That the recommendation contained in the `In Camera' minutes of September 11, 2006 be adopted. ..• �_� c�� , ,,, �,��,�a,� �. � � _. ��- ��,-� ,.;_ �;�� Y �_�� , �'� � Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson b) Memorandum from the Chief Administrative Officer dated September 6, 2006 with respect to the Pickering, Ajax, Whitby Animal Services — Termination of Aqreements — Status of Neqotiations Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Brenner That the recommendation contained in the `In Camera' minutes of September 11, 2006 be adopted. CARRIED c) Memorandum to the Chief Administrative Officer from the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer and the City Solicitor dated September 7, 2006 with respect to the APTA Transfer Update d) D' , Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor McLean That the recommendation contained in the `In Camera' minutes of September 11, 2006 be adopted. CARRIED The Committee received a verbal Update from the City Solicitor with respect to a legal matter. Support of Abilities Centre Durham Fundraisinq Event, October 13, 2006 Moved by Councillor Ash� Seconded by Councillor Johnson That the recommendatiori contained in the `In Camera' minutes of September 11, 2006 be adopted. CARRIED CONFLICT OF INTEREST Councillor Johnson declared a c:onflict of interest with respect to item � of the "In Camera" meeting of the Executive Committee. Councillor Johnson left the room a:: „ ,,.,4 , ;;��U,�m,�� —. �:_ �.�.�Y �� _��I�C Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday September 11, 2006 7:40 pm Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Johnson during the discussion and vote on the matter. Mayor Ryan assumed the Chair during his absence. fl J) The Director, Operations & Emergency Services provided the Committee with an update with respect to the Trans Canada Trail. The Chief Administrative Officer updated the Committee on a confidential legal matter. (II) AJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 1:00 a.m. � � �� ! `� REPORTS — NEW AND UNFINISHED September 18, 2006 Council Office, Report CO 02-06 City of Pickering 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan Reviewed by the Accessibility Advisory Committee for Council Consideration That Report CO 02-06 regarding the City of Pickering 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan be received; and 2. That Council endorse the City of Pickering 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan as presented and reviewed by the City of Pickering Accessibility Advisory Committee. 2. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 43-06 Public Meeting Notice of the Passinq of a Taxicab Licensing By-law A public meeting was held on July 24, 2006 for the purpose of soliciting comments with respect to the proposed Taxicab Licensing by-law. Comments were received on September 13, 2006 and have been noted as CORR. 64-06 from M. J. Webster. Staff have reviewed the comments received and are presenting the draft by-law, as per the July 24, 2006 public meeting held on this matter. The by-law has been presented as By-law No. 6702/06. RECOMMENDATION That upon review of the comments, the City Clerk present the by-law at the September 18, 2006 meeting of City Council. � «.W /e��'J,� /ll W r l��-- T ,�-��-Q�� -- U I." �.,,.� ":� � " �� +�a.�s .��:�� From: Councillor David Pickles Chair, Accessibility Advisory Committee REPORT TO COUNCIL Report Number: CO 02-06 Date: September 18, 2006 Subject: City of Pickering 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan - Reviewed by the Accessibility Advisory Committee for Council Consideration - File: A-2130-001-06 Recommendation: 1. That Report CO 02-06 regarding the City of Pickering 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan be received; and that 2. Council endorse the City of Pickering 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan as presented and reviewed by the City of Pickering Accessibility Advisory Committee. Executive Summary: The purpose of the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001 (ODA) is to improve opportunities for people with disabilities and to provide for their involvement in the identification, removal, and prevention of barriers to their full participation in the life of the province. The ODA mandates that all municipalities prepare annual accessibility plans. By the end of 2007, the City of Pickering aims to review and/or remove the barriers identified in the 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan. Over the next several years, the City of Pickering aims to address all facility related improvements as outlined in the City's 2000 Accessibility Audit. Financial Implications: As a result of the City of Pickering 2000 Accessibility Audit Report, the City of Pickering made a commitment to include $2a,000 in the annual capital budget to remove or prevent facility related barriers. OvE:r the years, this figure has risen and in 2006 the City of Pickering committed a total of $35,000 in its annual capital budget. As a result, many of the facility related barriers included in the 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan would draw on these funds identified under capital account 2719.6183. Report CO 02-06 Date: September 18, 2006 �� Subject: City of Pickering 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan Page 2 The potential costs to complete the palicy and service related barriers have not yet been determined and will be subject to approved 2006 and 2007 capital and operating budgets. Any barrier that cannot be completed within the 2006 or 2007 approved capital or operating budget will be deferred to future annual accessibility plans. Background: The Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001 (ODA) received Royal Assent on December 14, 2001. The purpose of the Ontarians with Disabilities Acf, 2001 (ODA) is to improve opportunities for people with disabilities and to provide for their involvement in the identification, removal, and prevention of barriers to their full participation in the life of the province. Under the Act, all municipalities are required to prepare annual accessibility plans, make the plans public and consult persons with disabilities. According to the Ontario Accessibility Directorate within the Ministry of Citizenship, the purpose of the Annual Accessibility Plan is to describe the measures that the municipality has taken in recent years and the measures the municipality will be taking in the coming year to identify, remove and prevent barriers to people with disabilities. According to the requirements of the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001 (ODA), the City of Pickering has prepared the 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan. The City's plan is for the period of September 2006 to August 2007. The barriers identified in this report were based on information collected from the 2006 Annual Accessibility Workbook issued to City staff for their comments. The 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan has been reviewed and endorsed by the City of Pickering Accessibility Advisory Committee. In order to make the plan available to the public, the City of Pickering will place an advertisement in the local newspaper to announce the completion and availability of the 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan. The public will be able to access the 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan electronically via tf�e City of Pickering website or by picking up a hard copy at the Pickering Civic Complex �r Pickering Central Library. Attachments: 1. City of Pickering 2006 Annual .Accessibility Plan CORP0227-07/01 revised ;; ; ; � � b�:a Report CO 02-06 Subject: City of Pickering 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan Prepared By: _�.... �--� _ ' _ .;�. ,, r .. Marisa Carpino '� Supervisor, Culture & Recreation MC/ Attachments Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Recommended for the consideration of Pickering City Council � « � Thofi�as J. Quinn�JRDMR�CMM I Chief Administrative Officer CORP0227-07/01 revised Date: September 18, 2006 Page 3 Approved / Endorsed By� �� f � f �-.(_� �''� Councillor David Pickles ' `` Chair, Accessibility Advisory Committee �� 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan September 2006 - August 2007 f� �� ,� Table of Contents Section 1: Municipal Jurisdiction(s) Participating in this Plan ......................... Section 2: Other Organizations & Agencies Participating in this Plan .............. 2 Section 3: Consultation Activities ............................................................. 2 Section 4: Plan Development Working Group ........................................... 3 Section 5: Operational Review ................................................................16 Section 6: Decision-Making Review .........................................................23 Section 7: Targets and Actions ................................................................27 Section 8: Monitoring Progress ...............................................................34 �� ,,.w. affi;�€� .. � � �. - ��_��_i�� 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan September 2006 — August 2007 Section 1: Municipal Jurisdiction(s) Participating in this Plan City of Pickering Address: Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 Key Contact: Prem Noronha-Waldriff Coordinator, Community Recreation Programs 905.420.4660 ext. 3229 pnoronha-waldriff@city.pickering.on.ca ��i:� The City of Pickering is Toronto's eastern neighbour and home to a growing community that blends business opportunities, cultural diversity and historical rural settings with a picturesque Lake O�tario waterfront. The City of Pickering is committed to making Pickering an attractive place in which to live, work and invest. Within 22,652 hectares, the City of Pickering boasts top- quality municipal sports fields and recreation programs, quarter-million square foot recreation complex, 19t" century interpretive museum, libraries, many community and neighbourhood parks, conservation areas, new waterfront facilities and hiking trails. In 2005, Pickering's population stood at 94,400. The Corporation of the City of Pickering employs 479 staff to meet the needs of its residents. The City of Pickering's main administration building is located at the Pickering Civic Complex, One The Esplanade in Pickering and can be reached at 1.866.683.2760. The Corporation also maintains satellite facilities for Library Services, Fire Services, Recreation Complex, Community Centres, Pickering Museum Village, and an Operations Centre. 1 � � �L The Corporation operates within four (4) departments and they include: Administration Department • Office of the CAO • Customer Care Centre • Corporate Projects & Policy • Corporate Promotions & Economic Development • Human Resources • Legal Services Corporate Services Department • Accounting Services • Financial Services • Clerk's • Municipal Law Enforcement • Information Technology • Supply & Services • Animal Services Operations & Emergency Services Department • Operations & Emergency Services • Culture & Recreation Division • Fire Services Division • Municipal Property & Engineering Division • Community Emergency Management Program Planning & Development Department • Planning & Development • Information & Support Services • Development Control • Building Services Library Services are the responsibility of the Pickering Public Library Board, which is appointed by Pickering Council. Section 2: Other Organizations & Agencies Participating in this Plan None Section 3: Consultation Activities City of Pickering Staff • Completed a workbook to assess past initiatives, identify current barriers and action items to remove �hose barriers • Input from working group was collected in July & August 2006 City of Pickering Accessibility Advi;>ory Committee (AAC) • Completed review of the dr,�ft 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan and provided comments and recommend��tions on September 6, 2006. • Recommendations of the A/�C were incorporated into the plan 2 �� Section 4: Plan Development Working Group (CORE Group) Working Group Member Department/Division Contact Telephone/TTY Re resented & Email Marisa Carpino Culture � Recreation Phone: 905.420.4660 (programs) ext. 2099 mcar ino cit . ickerin .on.ca Prem Noronha-Waldriff Culture & Recreation Phone: 905.831.1711 (programs) ext. 3229 noronha-waldriff cit . ickerin .on.ca Len Hunter Culture & Recreation Phone: 905.831.1711 (facilities) ext. 3223 Ihunter cit . ickerin .on.ca Lynda Taylor Planning Phone: 905.420.4617 ext. 2035 (Tim Moore) Chief B�iilding Official Itaylor(a�city.pickering.on.ca Phone: 905.420.4631 ext. 2070 tmoore cit . ickerin .on.ca Lisa Broad Clerks Phone: 905.420.4611 ext. 2097 Ibroad cit . ickerin .on.ca Jennifer Parent Human Resources Phone: 905.420.4627 ext. 2160 � arent cit . ickerin .on.ca Chyrel Hagg Customer Care Phone: 905.420.4666 cha cit . ickerin .on.ca Joe Hunwicks Operatians & Phone: 905.420.4660 Emergency Services ext. 2198 'hunwicks cit . ickerin .on.ca Bill Douglas Fire Ser�vices Phone: 905.839.9968 ext. 2080 bdou las. cit . ickerin .on.ca Richard Holborn Municipal Property & Phone: 905.420.4630 Engineering ext. 2049 rholborn cit . ickerin .on.ca Kathy Williams Library �iervices Phone: 905.831.6265 ext. 6251 kath w icnet.or Stan Karwowski Taxation, Accounting, Phone: 905.420.4634 Supply �x Services ext. 4640 skarwowski cit . ickerin .on.ca Jon Storms Information Phone: 905.420.4660 Technology ext. 2163 'storms cit . ickerin .on.ca � � �... 4,) Initiative: Previous City of Pickering Annual Accessibility Plan's identified barriers and strategies with timelines to address these barriers. Methods Used to Identif Barriers: Methodolo Descri tion Status 2006 Annual Accessibility Information from each Workbooks were Workbook issued to City area regarding recent completed in July 2006 staff for their comments. initiatives to remove barriers and strategies to Responses were remove existing barriers reviewed and included in the coming year. (where appropriate) into the 2006 Annual Accessibility Plan. The City of Pickering Draft 2005/06 facility Suggested changes were Accessibility Advisory improvements presented accommodated in the Committee (AAC) to the AAC at the 2005 City's final 2006 Annual consulted on the City's Fall Committee meeting Accessibility Plan Accessibility Advisory for comments. Plan. Suggested changes were incorporated. The AAC were provided an opportunity to review the Annual Accessibility Plans and make comments. CORE Plan Development The entire Plan Updates made to the Working Group Meetings Development Working 2005/06 Accessibility Group met bi-monthly in Plan. 2005/2006 to review updates to the 2005/2006 Input collected for the Accessibility Plan. 2006 Accessibility Plan. Existinc� and new barriers were discussed. �� Barriers Identified & Status: Items Outstandin from 2003/04 Accessibilit Plan: Barrier & Type Strategy for Status removal/ revention Citizens who have Have an Evacuation and The new Plan is still in special accessibility Transit Plan that draft form and scheduled needs are not considered addresses the needs of for completion by in the current emergency all citizens. December 2006. plans. Technolo ical/Procedural Ineffective means of As part of the effort to Undetermined at this notifying hearing and further develop the City's time. visually impaired citizens community emergency of an emergency. management plans, include requirements to address this communications issue. Informational Additional design Consult City of Review of standards standards and site plan Pickering's Accessibility applied in other selected requirements may be of Committee on cities has been assistance in appropriateness of completed and the Site development review current guidelines and Plan Guideline manual processes processes; amend where has been initiated. necessary. Procedural Pickering Official Plan Establish a written Completed. only available in print. proposal, with cost estimates, for inclusion in Official Plan now Informational 2005 budget submission available in digital form through website. Compendium documents are anticipated to be available in digital form through the website by December 2006. Entrance to Claremont Level �ntrance threshold Not completed. Community Centre is to the interior surFace of inaccessible to the Claremont Waiting for design from wheelchair users Community Centre. MP&E. Ph sical ��;� Barrier & Type Strategy for Status removal/ revention All municipal facility signs Install various facility Committee to review could be improved to signs in pictograms or based on new Provincial better meet the needs of brail — where possible. standards. the visually impaired community Ph sical Text reading devices Website Coordinator to A text only navigation cannot read PDF files identify different formats page has been set up to for use of the website if by-pass the image based Informational deemed necessary. menus. This will assist visitors that utilize text- reading devices. PDF files can be saved as a text document that will be recognized by text reading devices. Completed. Identifying all barriers Website Coordinator to Survey completed. No that exist on our website prepare survey. responses were received from our community. Informational Com leted. � Items Outstandin from 2004/05 Accessibilit Plan: Barrier Type Strategy for Status removai/ revention Lack of a system to The full implementation Efforts are underway to provide emergency of a community-wide address outdoor public communications for public alerting system will alerting. It is planned visually and hearing address this barrier. that indoor alerting, impaired citizens. including provisions for Technological & visual and hearing Procedural impaired, will follow sometime during 2007. Emergency Plans and The Community Fall 2006. Procedures that do not Emergency Plans and address the need of Procedures are being Still ongoing. citizens who may require written to address these specific assistance during issues. Future Community wide costs a community emergency emergency exercises will would be significant. or major crisis. include scenarios that require emergency managers to take action to address accessibility Procedural needs. Procedural By-law Amend by-law. By Parliamentary Law, it Section 51 — Unrecorded is not necessary to make Vote —"The manner of a by-law amendment to determining the decision make the `show of hands' of Council on a motion changes. It will now be shall be by the prominent included in protocol. show of hands". Clerks completed. Procedural Notification of passing a Review web accessibility Currently notices of by-law with Corporate passing of by-laws are Promotions and Projects published on the web and Informational / Contact CNIB or AAC to possibly in the Communicative determine what would be newspaper for the appropriate. visually impaired. Contacted the Region Procedural who has a CNIB rep., and determined that this is not necessary as there is available software to make the web more accessible. Clerks Com leted. ��x� Barrier Type Strategy for Status removal/ revention Main counter at Consider lowering Switchboard has been switchboard and at counter, moved to the Customer Clerk's on 2"d floor are Care / Info. Centre — too high for customers Review against priorities counter is now who are sitting set in the accessibility accessible. audit. Physical Clerks and HR Com leted. Tax & Clerks Front Redesign counter. Completed. Counter Physical December 2005. North access to change Modify access to include Will incorporate design rooms at Pickering automatic doors and card into Squash Court Recreation Complex is access. Expansion Project. not easily accessible Deferred to 2007. Ph sical East Entrance to East Redesign east entrance Asphalt ramp completed Shore Community Centre to include ramp, by MP&E in 2005. is not easily accessible automatic doors and disabled parking spots. Accessible parking space Physical required. To be com leted in 2006. Museum facility doors Install appropriate door Completed June 2005. need easy to grasp handles at lower level. handles Ph sical Public washroom Design an accessible Completed. facilities in the Museum's washroom facility. new Program Centre must be built to be accessible Ph sical Pickering Museum Consider interim options Sign at main gate Village is inaccessible to alleviate problems until suggesting visitors from the main changes to walkway are inquire at the gift shop administration building compl�ted. about accessibility options. Physical Sign added to Parking sign to indicate wheelchair parking. Com leted Se t. 2006 �� Barrier Type Strategy for Status removal/ revention Doors at Claremont are Replace doors. Completed. inaccessible Physical PAR-Q forms for seniors Will create them in size Submitted as an E-Form fitness programs may be 14 font to make them and should be available difficult to read. easier to read. online & in size 14 font — hard copy. Informational Completed. Most program & event Will work with individual, Ongoing activities are adaptable City of Pickering but some are not. For volunteers and outside example, skateboarding agencies to facilitate competitions, seniors line inclusion — to the best of dancing our abilities. Ph sical Registration counter at Review against priorities Will be incorporated into Rec. Complex is too high set in the accessibility Squash Court Expansion for person in a audit. Project. wheelchair Consider lowering the counter for the customer to register and make Physical inquiries. Entrance door at Rec. Consider installing an Scheduled for 2006. Complex west salon automatic door. doors are inaccessible Review barrier against priorities set in the Physical accessibility audit. Inaccessible sidewalks Physical Completed November 2005. Physical Future sidewalks projects are identified. A list is Follow up letters to compil�d and prioritized. residents on Valley Farm Road was delivered on March 8, 2006. � 8 `;; Barrier Type Strategy for Status removal/ revention Playground Equipment Construct Completed with accessible surfaces — September 2005. Five locations — Don Beer Memoriaf Park (Brougham), Martins Tot Lot (Cherrywood), Maple Ridge Park, Shadybrook Tot Lot and Dunmoore Park. Timing on track. Funds allocated for small components at each park. Looking at Architectural woodchips and ground level features. Application counter in Making counter City will incorporate Planning is too high. accessible to persons in standard to make part of wheelchairs. Review any new counter lower against priorities set in for accessibility. the accessibility audit. Ph sical Deferred to 2007/2008. Compendium document Place Compendium Planned for December only available in hard Document on City's 2005 copy form website. Informational Inaccessible housing in Investigate legislative Review of legislation new housing authority and practices by complete. developments other municipalities to require subdivisions to Municipalities may have some barrier-free impose reasonable accessible homes. conditions relating to Require that some accessible housing housing be developed through the review of barrier free draft plans of subdivision. 10 ��a� Barrier Type Strategy for Status removal/ revention Whitevale Branch Library The entire building is too Review Annually. is not accessible to small and does not have anyone in a wheelchair sufficient room for No changes. anyone in a wheelchair to move inside the building. The entrance is not accessible. The only way to alleviate this is to review service options to our northern communities to ensure that an accessible service point is available to them. The Whitevale building could not be effectively renovated for full accessibility. Review against priorities set in the accessibility Architectural audit. Greenwood Branch The washrooms, Review Annually. Library is not accessible entrance and access to to anyone in a wheelchair the book drop are not No changes. and would provide some accessible. This is an old problems to anyone building of some without full mobility historical value and to renovate at this time would be extremely costly. A new fully accessible facility to serve our northern clientele may wetl be an option should we realize significant growth in the north. Review against priorities set in the Architectural accessibilit audit. Microform reader is not The libcary's 2005 capital Completed. user friendly to those with budget includes provision special visual needs or for a new microform New microfilm reader for those who have any reader, which will was purchased in the Fall adaptive technology for alleviate these difficulties. of 2005. the operation of such a machine. Ph sical 11 CJ�� Items Outstanding from 2005/06 Accessibility Plan: Administration Department None 2. Cor orate Services De artment Barrier Type Strategy for Status removal/ revention Voting method at Review of procedural by- December 2005. Committee/Council law. meetin s. Procedural By-Law Amend By-Law Debi to review Section 51 — unrecorded December 2005. vote — The manner of Have checked determining the decision Parliamentary Law and Completed. of Council on a motion do not need a by-law shall be by the prominent amendment to make the show of hands" "show of hands" changes. Will now be included in rotocol. Notification of passing a Review web accessibility Strategies for removal or by-law with Corporate prevention. Promotions & Projects and contact CNIB or AAC This would be a to determine what would Corporate decision / be appropriate. software available to make print bigger / will not be pursuing at this time. Total Cost 3. Operations & Eme Barrier Type Lack of a system to provide emergency communications for visually impaired and hearina impaired citizens Services Department Strategy for removal/prevention The full implementation of a community wide public alerting system will address this barrier Status Review ongoing. 12 C�dy Barrier Type Strategy for Status removal/ revention Emergency plans and The Community Fall 2006. procedures that do not Emergency Management address the need of Plan, and procedures are citizens who may require being written to address specific assistance during these issues. Future a community emergency emergency exercises will or major crisis include scenarios that require emergency managers to take action to address accessibility needs Entrance door at ESCC. Consider installing an Looking at various options ESCC gymnasium doors automatic door. — 2006. leading from gym to seniors centre are Re-design entrance C& R: inaccessible Len Hunter Recreation Complex C&R: Family Change rooms. Review barrier against Len Hunter priorities set in the Wider benches required accessibility audit. Completed 2006. in two end cubicles to aid in the changing of a erson with a disabilit Inadequate signage at Informational To be determined in 2006. the six key municipal facilities C & R: Prem Duffins Trail Incorporate wheelchair Completed June 2006 and scooter access by installing curb MP&E depressions at Brock D.Selsky Road and the road crossing where the trail turns north towards Duffin Creek Petticoat Creek Re-surface parking lot; Completed Community Centre add curb depressions; June 2006 new pavement markings MP&E for Accessible Parkin D.Selsk Total Cost �[c3 �^ J .�..1 4. Plannin t� ueveio ment Barrier Type Strategy for Status removal/ revention Application Counter in Make counter accessible Reviewed initiated in Planning & Development to persons in 2005. is too high wheelchairs. Will not address at this time. When P& D areas are reviewed for improvements through the City's Budget, this will be considered. Information Review standards Completed review applied in other June 2006 municipalities for possible inclusion in P& D Site Plan uidelines. Compendium document Place compendium on December 2006 only available in hard City's website co form Policy Review instances where Annually recommendations of December 2005. Accessibility Committee Advise Council cannot be implemented Representative on AAC in site planning. who is to then advise the AAC. Inaccessible housing in Investigate legislative 2006 new housing authority and practices to developments require subdivisions to have barrier free accessible homes Inaccessible Public Establish policy of December 2005 Meeting locations considering accessibility (Greenwood Community when booking venues for Hall) meetings. is inaccessible, however, the location stimulates attendance from area residents (consider use of the local school). Est. Dept. policy: Greenwood School to be alternate location. Total Cost 14 5. Library Services Barrier Type Strategy for Status removal/ revention Whitevale Branch Libra Ph sical la out 2010 Greenwood Branch Physical Layout 2010 Libra Total Cost 15 CgR� C9;�� Section 5: Operational Review 5.1 Administration Department The Administration Department is responsible to ensure that the Corporation is operating with administrative effectiveness and providing an accountable and responsive government. The work teams (Division's) include: • Office of the CAO • Customer Care Centre • Corporate Projects & Policy • Corporate Promotions & Economic Development • Hurnan Resources • Legal Services Operational Review: Review Date Julv — Auqust 2006 List of Barriers Identified: None Review Methodolo Status Staff Review Complete 5.2 Corporate Services Department The Corporate Services Department affairs of the Corporation, including Information Technology and Clerk's. The work teams (Division's) include: • Accounting Services • Financial Services • Clerks • Municipal Law Enforcement • Information Technology • Supply & Services • Animal Services Operational Review: Review Date July 18, 2006 is responsible for managing the financial Taxation, Accounting, Supply & Services, Review Methodology Review was conducted by staff submissions and suggestions and by examining each section of the Corporate Services Department for accessibilitv. Status Ongoing — this review will be continued as the department will be continually watching for accessibility items. 16 ic+ nf R�rricre Iricntifiari• Barrierv~ Barrier Type Strategies for removal or revention Non-accessible entry Physical/Architectural Corrective measures doors — there is no button depend on budget to open entry doors capabilities and committee discussion. Review ongoing. No accessible washroom Architectural Corrective measures available (i.e. no large depend on budget stall) capabilities and committee discussion. Review ongoing. Small spaces between Architectural/Physical Corrective measures desks — not enough room depend on budget to travel between desks capabilities and committee discussion. Review ongoing. Hearing impaired — no Communicational Corrective measures one is capable of helping depend on budget someone who is hard of capabilities and hearing committee discussion. Review ongoing. 5.3 Operations & Emergency Services Department The Operations & Emergency Services Department administrates and coordinates the efforts of the operational services division to ensure efficient and responsive delivery of the services of the following work teams (Division's): • Operations & Emergency Services • Culture & Recreation Division • Fire Services Division • Municipal Property & Engineering Division • Community Emergency Mar�agement Program 17 l,' � �..� �J� Operational Review: Review Date Ongoing throughout the year. i�t nf RarriPr� I�iPntified� Review Methodology The Community Emergency Management Program Committee is currently reviewing the draft Community Emergency Management Plan and consideration for accessibility issues are included. Status The review will continue into the fall. The Plan will be completed early in the fall and submitted to Council for approval in October. Barrier Barrier Type Strategies for removal or revention Developing emergency Policy/practise Consultation and plans requires participation with and cooperation from other from other levels of levels of government. government are routinely The matters of public used to address these alerting, evacuation, and matters. emergency transit are examples of issues that pose extra challenges to the City when attempting to adequately develop lans and rocedures. Fire Hall: Station #5 Physical Station #2 and #6 (Bayley St) available for tours if Entrance not accessible requested. Washroom not accessible Benches in Rec. Physical Wider benches to be Complex family installed in cubicles. changerooms are not wide enough to change kids with s ecial needs Soap dispensers in the Physic�l Lower soap dispenser on Banquet Halls of the Rec. the wall. Complex washrooms are not low enough for young campers or people in wheelchairs to reach. : c�� Barrier Barrier Type Strategies for removal or revention Automatic north entrance Physical Permit doors to stay open doors at Petticoat Creek longer. Community Centre close too quickly for chair or carts to ass throu h. Sink and soap dispenser Physical Lower counter with sink in PCCC washrooms are and soap dispenser. too high for someone in wheelchair to reach Access to upper level of Physical Build ramp which is ESCC is not accessible scheduled to be com leted in 2006. No automatic doors for Physical Install automatic doors Banquet Halls at Rec. Com lex Doors too heavy to open Physical Install automatic doors at at Redman House entrance doors and at Museum washrooms. Log Barn at Museum has Physical Build rustic appearing no ramps ramp along north side for ent . Inaccessible washrooms Physical Standardize washrooms (especially at WSCC) at all City Facilities so the are accessible. Some seniors at ESCC Physical Install listening devices at and PCCC seniors ESCC and PCCC for centres have trouble seniors hearin Inaccessible entrance Physical Improve driveway and washroom at WSCC entrance, parking lot, electrical/plumbing/HVAC systems, ramp and program viewing and make washroom accessible. No automatic door to Physical Replacing doors and washrooms in Rink 1 install automatic door Lobb 19 �'�;�� Barrier Barrier Type Strategies for removai or revention No automatic door to Physical Install automatic doors washrooms in Rink 1 to Arena No accessible access to Physical Create an elevated bleachers in Rink 1& 2 platform area at the south and very poor sight line end of each rink for for people in wheelchairs wheelchair users at rink boards 5.4 Planning & Development The Planning & Development Department participates in numerous activities respecting land use policy, site planning, community development, and building construction. The work teams (Division's) include: • Planning & Development • Information & Support Services • Development Control • Building Services O erational Review: Review Date Review Methodolo Status June 2005 — Dec 2005 Review any instances Ongoing where accessibility Committee recommendations from recommendations are the Accessibility discussed with the Site Committee could not be Plan Committee implemented members and the ACC Council representative provides feedback to the Accessibilit Committee December 2005 Legislative Review; Completed contact other Municipalities may municipalities regarding impose reasonable potential to require conditions relating to barrier free access accessibility within a draft homes in new subdivision plan of subdivision developments Through the review of -Brampton, Mississauga, draft plan of subdivision Markham and Ajax applications staff will contacted consider a condition of -not imposing any approval to require requirements for barrier barrier free access to free housing in new dwellings (i.e. grade develo ments related bun alow units 20 I ict nf Rarriarc IrlantifiP�1• -•-- -� -��-�--- ------------ Barrier Barrier Type Strategies for removal or revention Application Counter in Physical Consider re-designing a Planning & Development portion of the counter to is too high make it accessible to wheelchairs, if and when the counter is expanded Lack of Design standards Communicational Finalize Site Plan in the Site Plan Policy/Practice Procedural Manual procedural manual to Chapter pertaining to assist development Accessibility design review process standards Pickering Official Plan Communicational Convert to an appropriate Compendium Documents format for the Website onl available in rint Accessible Housing in Physical / Architectural Require some housing to new developments be constructed that has barrier free access 5.5 Library Services Provides library services, programs and resources to the community at various facility locations, which include Pick�ring Public Library, and Claremont, Greenwood, Petticoat Creek, Whitevale Branches. Operational Review: Review Date May 12, 2005 Review Methodolo Status Discussion between City Ongoing and Libr�ary regarding accessibility of both Greenwood and Whitev�le Libraries 21 �. i�i t� .3. li �.1L List of Barriers Identified: Barrier Barrier Type Strategies for removal or revention Need for the current Physical Upgrade washrooms at Central Library the Central Library to washrooms to be meet accessibility updated to current standards. disabled access standards. Staff have identified need Physical Install Family washrooms for a family washroom at at Central Library the Central Library. The Library is attracting more children and adults with disabilities who require the assistance of a parent/caregiver who may not be of the same sex. 22 Section 6: Decision-Making Review 6.1 Administration Department The Administration Department is responsible to ensure that the Corporation is operating with administrative effectiveness and providing an accountable and responsive government. The work teams (Division's) include: • Office of the CAO • Customer Care Centre • Corporate Projects & Policy • Corporate Promotions & Economic Development • Human Resources • Legal Services Decision Making Review: None List of Barriers Identified: None 6.2 City of Pickering, Corporate Services Department The Corporate Services Department is responsible for managing the financial affairs of the Corporation, including Taxation, Accounting, Supply & Services, Information Technology and Clerk's�. The work teams (Division's) includ�: • Corporate Services • Clerks • Municipal Law Enforcement • Information Technology • Supply & Services • Animal Services Decision Making Review: None List of Barriers Identified: None 23 ("y � O i� i0;� 6.3 Operations & Emergency Services Department The Operations & Emergency Services Department administrates and coordinated the efforts of the operational services division to ensure efficient and responsive delivery of the services of the following work teams (Division's): • Operations & Emergency Services • Culture & Recreation Division • Fire Services Division • Municipal Property & Engineering Division • Community Emergency Management Program Review Date Review Methodolo Status Ongoing throughout the A new Community New By-law is planned year. Emergency Management for completion and By-law was developed to submission to Council for officially establish the approvat in October. The Program and adopt the Community Emergency new Plan — the Management Program Committee is also Committee will be responsible for reviewing conducting their annual the By-law. In addition, review in November. annually in accordance with the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, the Committee will be reviewing the Program including matters associated with accessibilit . List of Barriers Identified: None 24 6.4 Planning & Development The Planning & Development Department participates in numerous activities respecting land use policy, site planning, community development, and building construction. The work teams (Division's) include: • Planning & Development • Information and Support Services • Development Control • Building Services Review Date Review Methodolo Status December 2005 P& D Staff to review Completed policy for location criteria Department Policy to for public meetings consider the use of Greenwood School, rather than the Community Hall, when establishing a public meeting in Greenwood List of Barriers Identified: None 6.5 Library Services Provides library services, programs and resources to the community at various facility locations, which include Pickering Public Library, and Claremont, Greenwood, Petticoat Creek, Whitevale Branches. Review Date Review Methodolo Status The Pickering Public With the City Ongoing Library participates in the City-wide accessibility review. 25 �� 0';j List of Barriers Identified: Barrier Barrier Type Strategies for removal or revention Physical access to Physical Until such time as these Greenwood and difficulties can be Whitevale resolved, programming and some services are curtailed at these locations. We advise our clients of the nearest accessible branch. Central Library Physical barrier Review of current washrooms are not up to facilities needs to be current disabled access done with assistance of standards. Planning and Develo ment staff. Central Library requires a Physical barrier Review of requirements family washroom of a family washroom is underwa �� Section 7: Targets and Actions �Vl) 7.1 Administration Department The Administration Department is responsible to ensure that the Corporation is operating with administrative effectiveness and providing an accountable and responsive government. The work teams (Division's) include: • Office of the CAO • Customer Care Centre • Corporate Projects & Policy • Corporate Promotions & Economic Development • Human Resources • Legal Services None 7.2 Corporate Services Department The Corporate Services Department affairs of the Corporation, including Information Technology and Clerk's. The work teams (Division's) include: • Accounting Services • Financial Services • Clerk's • Municipal Law Enforcement • Information Technology • Supply & Services • Animal Services is responsible for managing the financial Taxation, Accounting, Supply & Services, Barrier Action Resources Costs Tar et Accessible Door Construction Capital Budget $2,500 Review in 2007 against riorities Additional Construction Capital Budget Review in Washroom stall 2007 (x2) against riorities Added space Construction Capital Budget Review in between desks 2007 against riorities Hearing Sign Funds and staff Review in accessibility for the Language training 2007 Hearing impaired Training against riorities Total Cost $2,500 27 �, V y� 7.3 Operations & Emergency Services Department The Operations & Emergency Services Department administrates and coordinates the efforts of the operational services division to ensure efficient and responsive delivery of the services of the following work teams (Division's): • Operations & Emergency Services • Culture & Recreation Division • Fire Services Division Municipal Property & Engineering Division Community Emergency Management Program Barrier Action Resources Costs Tar et / Staff Lack of a Develop and No physical Not Target date public alerting implement a resources identified not system. comprehensive have been at this established at public alerting allocated for time. this time — system this matter at indoor public present. Staff alerting may resources begin in 2007 consist with some primarily of features that time that the will begin to Community address Emergency accessibility. Management Coordinator J. Hunwicks devotes. Capital Works Kingston Road Capital $111,100 Sept 2006 Projects from Rosebank Account Road to Altona R.Holborn / Road - a new D. Selsky sidewalk will be installed on the south side and curb depressions will be installed for wheelchair and scooter access. Bayly Street from Capital $170,000 Sept 2006 Brock Road to the Account Pickering Go R.Holborn / Station - a new ; D. Selsky sidewalk will be ! installed on the north side and curb i depressions will be � installed for wheelchair and scooter access. � �o� Barrier Action Resources Costs Tar et / Staff Centennial Park Capital $200,000 Sept 2006 Washroom Facility - ACCOUnt to be constructed R.Holborn / will have D. Selsky wheelchair access to the building including washroom stalls for wheelchair access. Brands Court & Capital $375,000 Oct 2006 Helen Crescent - Account will be R.Holborn / reconstructed with D. Selsky new concrete curb which will incorporate curb depressions for wheelchair and scooter access to the sidewalk Old Brock Road, Capital $350,000 Oct 2006 Claremont - a new Account concrete sidewalk R.Holborn / will be installed D. Selsky from Bovington Place to the Legion. The sidewalk will be depressed at Bovington Place to incorporate wheelchair and scooter access. Playground Capital $300,000 Oct.2006 Replacements will Account take place at Bev R.Holborn / Morgan Park, D. Selsky Amberlea Park, Denmar Park and Valleyview Park. The cancrete surrounding the play areas at all four parks will have curb depressions installed for wheelchair access. ; Safety material being installed around the play equipment at Bev 29 �Vi'� Morgan Park, Amberlea Park and Valleyview Park wiil be wheelchair accessible. The safety material being proposed at Denmar Park is a sand material which is being used on a trial basis and can be changed at a later date to provide wheelchair access. WaterFront Trail Capital $50,000 Oct. 2006 from Marksbury Account Road to Park R.Holborn / Crescent - will have D. Selsky curb depressions installed for wheelchair and scooteraccess Pine Creek Nov. 2006 Pedestrian Bridge Replacement - will R.Holborn / be accessible for D. Selsky wheelchair and scooter access. Benches in Wider benches to Staff N/A Completed Rec. Complex be installed in Resources 2006 family cubicles. changerooms L. Hunter are not wide enough to change kids with special needs Soap Lower soap No anticipated N/A L. Hunter dispensers in dispenser on the cost. Dec. 2006 the Banquet wall. Halls of the Staff Rec. Complex � Resources washrooms . are not low enough for young campers or people in ' wheelchairs ; to reach. ` Ki�7 Q j�4tl .� 1J Barrier Action Resources Costs Tar et / Staff Automatic Change timer so Repair by L. Hunter north doors stay open service entrance longer. company Completed doors at � 2006. Petticoat Operating Creek Community Centre close � too quickly for � chair or carts � to pass ' throu h. Sink and Lower counter Capital Budget Will review soap with sink and against other dispenser in soap dispenser. ' priorities in PCCC � 2007. washrooms are too high j L. Hunter for someone in wheelchair � to reach ' Access to Build ramp which Capital Budget $30,000 L. Hunter upper level of is scheduled to be ESCC is not completed in , accessible 2006. No automatic Install automatic Capital Budget $2,500 L. Hunter doors for doors Banquet Halls ; � at Rec. Com lex Doors too Install automatic j Capital Budget $2,500 To be heavy to open doors at entrance � reviewed at Redman doors and at against other House washrooms. priorities in (Museum) 2007. L. Hunter Log Barn at Build rustic ! Capital Budget To be Museum has appearing ramp considered in not ramps along north side ; 2007. for entry. M. Carpino L. Hunter Inaccessible Standardize ' Capital Budget In 2007, each washrooms washrooms at all '� will be (especially at City Facilities so � considered if WSCC) they are a priority. accessible. L. Hunter � il�. Barrier Action Resources Costs Tar et / Staff Some seniors Install listening Budget and Cost to be at ESCC and devices at ESCC Training investigated PCCC and PCCC for in 2007. seniors seniors centres have P. Noronha- trouble Waldriff hearin K. A res Inaccessible Improve driveway Capital Budget Parking - 2007-2008 entrance and entrance, parking $110,000 washroom at lot, electrical/ WSCC plumbing/ HVAC Washrooms systems, ramp to be and program considered viewing and make against other washroom priorities. accessible. L. Hunter No automatic Replacing doors Capital Budget $2,500 2007-2008 door to and install L. Hunter washrooms in automatic door Rink 1 Lobb No automatic Install automatic Capital Budget $2,500 2007-2008 door to doors L. Hunter washrooms in Rink 1 to Arena No accessible Create an Capital Budget $2,500 Need to access to elevated platform review the bleachers in area at the south design Rink 1& 2 end of each rink against other and very poor for wheelchair i priorities. sight line for users people in � 2007-2008 wheelchairs � L.Hunter at rink boards i Total Cost $1,708,600 32 �1� 7.4 Planning & Development The Planning & Development Department participates in numerous activities respecting land use policy, site planning, community development, and building construction. The work teams (Division's) include: • Planning & Development • Information & Support Services • Development Control Building Services Barrier Action Resources Costs Tar et Application Make Staff time Staff Time No plans to alter Counter in P counter (CBO) counter at this & D too high accessible to time. persons in To be re- wheelchairs examined yearly to incorporate barrier free counter if and when the counter is expanded Lack of Prepare Staff time Staff Time December 2006 Accessibility design (Senior Planner, design standards Site Planning and (Initiated in Standards chapter for Planner II — Site March 2006, and within the Site inclusion in Planning) discussed with Plan Review the Site Plan ACC in June Procedural Procedural 2006) Manual Manual Official Plan Place Staff Time Staff Time Initiated in 2005, Compendium Compendium (Supervisor ISS; Anticipated for document document on Principal Planner, Dec. 2006 only available City's Web Policy; Website completion. in hard copy Site Coordinator) form Total Cost 33 . �. � �:� 7.5 Library Services Provides library services, programs and resources to the community at various facility locations which include Pickering Public Library, and Claremont, Greenwood, Petticoat Creek, Whitevale Branches. Barrier Action Resources Costs Tar et Whitevale Physical Funding Not yet 2011 Branch Library Layout determined Cynthia Mearns Greenwood Physical Funding Not yet 2012 Branch Library Layout determined Cynthia Mearns Upgraded Make Funding Not yet 2007 disabled washrooms determined access meet current Cynthia washrooms at disabled Mearns the Central access Libra standards Family Consider Funding Not yet 2007 washrooms at installing a determined the Central family Cynthia Library washroom to Mearns serve the needs to disabled children who need caregiver assistance. Please Note: All capital funding items are pending budget approval. Section 8: Monitoring Progress The core group of the plan development working group will meet every second month to review progress of the plan. At each meeting, status reports will be provided and follow up will be conducted with any staff or contacts that have a role in the implementation of the plan. Updates of the plan will be presented to the AAC on a bi-monthly basis. � /i „ ,,�� ,w=�,�,�� _.-� .. x „�- �-- -� � � .�.� Y �' � REPORT TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE From: Gillis A. Paterson Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer Report Number: CS 43-06 � 1 f� Date: July 24, 2006 Subject: Public Meeting Notice of the Passing of a Taxicab Licensing By-law Recommendation: 1. That Report CS 43-06 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received; 2. That a public meeting be held on July 24, 2006 for the purpose of soliciting comments with respect to the proposed Taxicab Licensing by-law; and 3. That upon review of the comments, the City Clerk present the by-law at the September 18, 2006 meeting of City Council. Executive Summary: With the implementation of the Taxicab Advisory Committee and as part of the Clerks Division review of regulatory by-laws, the Taxicab Licensing by-law was deemed to be a high priority for review and subsequent update. The purpose of this report is to solicit comments on the draft Taxicab Licensing by-law, prior to finalization and presentation of the by-law to CounciL Financial Implications: There are no financial implications associated with this by-law. Background: In accordance with Subsection 150 (4) of the Municipa/ Act, 2001, before passing a licensing by-law, a municipality shall hold at least one public meeting at which any person who attends has an opportunity to make representation with respect to the matter and ensure that notice of the public meeting was given. Accordingly, notice of the public meeting was given on July 5, 2006 in the News Advertiser and posted on the Keport CS 43-06 Subject: Taxicab Licensing By-law 1.' �; � Date: July 24, 2006 Page 2 City's website. A copy of the notice is included as Attachment 1 to this report. To date no written submissions have been received in this regard. As part of the review of regulatory by-laws, the Clerks Division, with the input and assistance of the City Solicitor, the Chair, Taxicab Advisory Committee and the members of the Taxicab Advisory Committee, undertook an extensive review of By-law # 2206/86, being the Taxicab Licensing by-law. Presentations were made to the Taxicab Advisory Committee on the proposed Taxicab Licensing by-law and feedback from representatives of the Taxicab Advisory Committee were taken into consideration. Highlights of the proposed changes are noted below, and a copy of the proposed by- law is included as Attachment No. 2 to this report. Key Highliqhts: General Administration: • Clearly define the refusal/revocation/suspension and appeals process • Enforcement procedures • Number of taxicab plates to be recognized, formula for calculation of taxicab plates to be issued • Provisions for three clean air cabs • Defined policies for plate eligibility list requiring applicants to be actively involved in the taxicab industry • Role of Taxicab Advisory Committee formally recognized and defined • Define licensing fees and other charges Vehicle Changes • Creation of maximum age of vehicles permitted to be licensed as taxicabs, implemented over a three year timetable • Establishment of body style • Meet requirements of Regulation 629, under the Highway Traffic Act for accessible vehicles • Vehicles must have both air conditioning and heat • Outlines clearly acceptable physical condition, including interior and exterior CORP0227-07/01 Report CS 43-06 Subject: Taxicab Licensing By-law Date: July 24, 2006 Page 3 �i� Driver Requirements • Driver testing & training program established as requirement for licence • Daily vehicle inspections, documents and available for review by licensing officer • Record of inechanical repairs • Post driver's licence & passenger rights & responsibilities information, along with tariff card in approved location • Keep proper trip sheet records • Turn off any music if requested to do so • Dress code; clean and neat in personal appearance, dressed in pants (but not sweatpants or shorts) or skirt, shirt or blouse with a collar and shoes • Prohibits use of radio system, cell phone or telephone system to speak to anyone other than a dispatcher while a passenger is in the taxicab • Prohibits transportation of a child under the age of 12 in the front seat unless air bag is disengaged • No driver shall operate a taxicab for more than 12 hours in any 24 hour period Taxicab Plate Owner Requirements • All leases must be registered with the City, no sub-leases permitted • $2,000,000. liability insurance requirement • Safety Standards Certificates will only be accepted from an Authorized Motor Vehicle Inspection Station, designated by the City • Maintain each taxicab in operation a minimum 35 hours per week at all times, with the exception of 8 weeks per year • Provide the list of all drivers permitted to operate the taxicab • Notify the Licensing Officer if a taxicab will be out of service for more than five days • Maintain a current maintenance log of all repairs and maintenance perFormed on the taxicab for the preceding six months Taxicab Brokerage Requirements • Provide a list in numerical order by taxicab plate number, the name of every driver operating any taxicab with which he has entered into any arrangement for brokerage services • Keep a record of each Taxicab dispatch including the date and time, the Driver and the location • Carry on the taxicab brokerage business 24 hours a day • File a list of the taxicab brokerage rules and procedures with the City and abide by them. Display the same list prominently in the Taxicab Brokerage offices CORP0227-07/01 t�erport CS 43-06 Date: July 24, 2006 Subject: Taxicab Licensing By-law Page 4 ,. �.1 `�' Attachments: 1. Notice of Public Meeting 2. Draft Taxicab Licensing By-law Prepared By: �S � Kim ey Thompson Manager, By-law Enforcement Services Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Recommended for the consideration of Pickering C� C uncil ,, :' ! �� / s s� �+i � �� Tf�'orhas J. Qu�+in, R�f(IIR, CM Chief Administrative Officer CORP0227-07/01 Approved / Endorsed By: � Debi A. Bentley City Clerk � Gillis DireC �r Paterson �/ ' ' Corporate Services & Treasurer r� � ATTACHMENT# �____., TO REPOAT#� 3 �-o� NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Taxicab Licensing By-law TAKE NOTICE that the Executive Committee of Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering will hold a public meeting on Monday, July 24, 2006 at 7:30 pm in the Council Chambers, Pickering Civic Complex, One The Esplanade, Pickering, Ontario, pursuant to the Municipal Act, to consider a Taxicab Licensing by-law. The purpose of the meeting is to inform the public generally about the proposed Taxicab Licensing by-law and to solicit public input. Any person wishing to address Council with respect to this matter must contact the undersigned on or before noon of Friday, July 21, 2006 to register as a delegation. The Council will also consider any written submissions. Copies of the report and proposed by-law will be available on or after July 19, 2006 during regular business hours. Any comments or requests for further information regarding the proposed Taxicab Licensing by-law may be directed to the Manager, By-law Enforcement Services at 905.420.4660, ext. 2187. Dated at the City of Pickering this 5t" day of July, 2006. Debi A. Bentley, CMO, CMM III City Clerk � 1.1 � � �. , , � � � •��►��t. �-� r' � • i THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING TAXICAB LICENSING BY-LAW WHEREAS section 150 of the Municipal Act, 2001 provides that a local municipality may license, regulate and govern any business wholly or partly carried on within the municipality; AND WHEREAS the City of Pickering wishes to license, regulate and govern taxicab businesses within the City. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering enacts as follows: PART I — INTERPRETATION Definitions 1 In this by-law, "accessible taxicab" has the same meaning as in section 1 of Ontario Regulation 629; "accessible taxicab plate license" means a license issued by the City to permit the operation of a specific vehicle as an accessible taxicab; "accessible taxicab plate licensee" means a person to whom an accessible taxicab plate license has been issued; "affiliated" means under contract to provide dispatch services and "affiliation" has a corresponding meaning; "applicant" means a person applying for a license or a renewal of a license and "application" has a corresponding meaning; "authorized vehicle inspection station" means a place designated by the City to conduct vehicle safety inspections; "broker" means any person who carries on the business of accepting orders for, or dispatching in any manner to, two or more licensed taxicabs and "brokerage" has a corresponding meaning; Taxicab Bv-law No. Page 2 "brokerage license" means a license issued by the City to permit the operation � ,�, of a brokerage; �:; � "CIR" means a Criminal Information Report containing the results of a search of the Canadian Police Information Centre that includes a list of all criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been received, all outstanding criminal charges, and the results of a vulnerable sector search; "City" means the geographical area of the City of Pickering or the Corporation of the City of Pickering, as the context requires; "City plate license" means a license issued by the City to permit the operation of a specific vehicle as a taxicab; "City plate licensee" means a person to whom a City plate license has been issued; "clean air cab" means a taxicab that meets specific clean air criteria established by Council; "clean air cab pla#e license" means a license issued by the City to permit the operation of a clean air cab; "clean air cab plate licensee" means a person to whom a clean air cab plate license has been issued; "Council" means the Council of the City; "dispatch" means to communicate orders or other information in any manner between a broker and a driver; "dispatcher" means a person who is in the employ of, or working under a contract with, a broker and whose duties include accepting orders and/or dispatching those orders to drivers; "driver" means a person licensed to operate a taxicab; "driver's abstract" means a Driver Record Search issued by the Ministry of Transportation; "dues" means any amount charged by a broker to a plate owner or a lessee to receive orders from the broker; "fare" means the total amount charged to a person for a trip in accordance with Schedule 2; "fender numbers" means permanent lettering representing the taxicab plate licensee's taxicab plate number of at least 15 cm in height, in a contrasting colour to the vehicle and affixed on both front fenders in a location approved by the City; ,, Taxicab Bv-law No. Page 3 �� "industry participants" means plate owners, drivers, dispatchers, taxicab plate licensees, lessees and brokers; "issued" means issued or renewed by the City under this by-law and "issuance" has a corresponding meaning; "lease" means an agreement between a plate owner and a driver under which the plate owner authorizes the driver to use one or more owner plates for a fee; "lessee" means a driver who has entered into a lease; "license" means a taxicab driver's licence, taxicab plate license and/or brokerage license as the context requires; "licensed" means licensed under this by-law; "licensing officer" means a municipal law enforcement officer appointed by Council to administer and enforce this by-law; "limousine" means a vehicle that is kept or used for hire for the conveyance of persons solely on an hourly, daily or weekly basis, with a rninimum fee or charge of not less than finrenty-five dollars for a single conveyance, that does not contain a taxicab meter, roof light or two—way radio (or similar device); "maintenance log" means a log containing information relating to the repair of a taxicab including the vehicle information number of the taxicab, taxicab plate number, make, model and model year of the taxicab, the nature of the repair, the date of the repair, the name of the person perForming the repair, and confirmation that the plate owner was notified of the repair; "mechanical defect" means damage to, or failure of a part, component or feature of, a vehicle; "model year" means the year of the vehicle noted on the Ontario Motor Vehicle Registration for the vehicle; "operate", when used in making it available to the corresponding meaning; reference to a taxicab, includes driving the taxicab and public in service as a taxicab and "operation" has a "order", except where the term is used in Parts XII and XIV, means a request for taxicab service received by a broker or a driver; "passenger" means any person other than the driver seated in a taxicab and includes any person engaging or attempting to engage the services of a taxicab; "person" means an individual, association, firm, partnership, corporation, trust, organization, trustee, or agent, and the heirs, executors or legal representatives of the person to whom the context can apply according to law; Taxicab By-law No. Paqe 4 "physically disabled person" has the same meaning as in section 1 of Ontario ry s�} Regulation 629; �,,� "plate eligibility list" means the list of applicants for a City plate license maintained by the City; "plate owner" means a person who is the owner of a taxicab plate according to City records; "plate owner license" means a license issued by the City to a plate owner to permit the operation of a specific vehicle as a taxicab; "plate owner licensee" means a person to whom a plate owner license has been issued; "registered owner" means the owner of a vehicle according to the records maintained by the Registrar of Motor Vehicles for the Province of Ontario; "roof light" means an electronically illuminated roof sign that is securely attached to the top of the taxicab in a manner approved by the City that works in conjunction with the taxicab meter so that it is not illuminated when the meter is engaged and is illuminated when the head lights are on and the meter is in a vacant status, "tariff card" means a card issued by the City that shows the current fares as set out in Schedule 2; "taxicab" means any vehicle used for hire in the conveyance of persons from a place within the City to any point inside or outside of the City, but does not include a bus operated by Durham Region Transit or under license under the Public Vehicles Act, an ambulance, a funeral hearse, a limousine or a vehicle described in subsection 155(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001; "Taxicab Advisory Committee" means the committee of Council appointed to hear appeals under this by-law and make recommendations to Council regarding the regulation of the taxicab industry; "taxicab driver's license" means a license issued by the City to permit an individual to operate a taxicab; "taxicab examination log" means a log containing a record of all mechanical defects and all interior or exterior damage observed and recorded at the beginning and end of each driver's shift; "taxicab meter" means a measuring device approved by the City and used in a taxicab to calculate a fare; "taxicab plate" means a metal plate bearing the taxicab plate number assigned by the City; '� ��c�cab Bv-law No. Paqe 5 ��;� "taxicab plate license" accessible taxicab plate context requires; 2 means a plate owner license, City plate license, license and/or a clean air cab plate license as the "taxicab plate licensee" means a person to whom a taxicab plate license has been issued; "trip" means the distance and time traveled or the distance and time to be traveled, measured from the time and point at which the passenger first enters the taxicab or when the taxicab meter is first engaged, to the time and point at which the passenger finally leaves the taxicab or the taxicab meter is disengaged; "trip sheet" means a record of the details of all trips made by a taxicab during each period of continuous operation (each shift) containing, (a) (b) (c) the name of the driver, the date and the taxicab plate number; the time, location and destination of every trip made; and the amount of the fare collected for each trip; and "vehicle" includes an automobile or any other device for the transportation of persons or goods propelled or driven otherwise than by muscular power, but does not include the cars of electric or steam railways or other motor vehicles running only upon rails, or a motorized snow vehicle, traction engine, farm tractor, self propelled implement of husbandry or road building machine within the meaning of the Highway Traffic Act. The following Schedules are attached to and form part of this by-law: Schedule 1 - FEES Schedule 2 - TARIFFS/RATES Schedule 3- TAXICAB PASSENGER RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 3 Unless otherwise specified, references in this by-law to Parts, sections, subsections, clauses and Schedules are references to Parts, sections, subsections, clauses and Schedules in this by-law. 4 If a court of competent jurisdiction declares any section, or any part of any section, of this by-law to be invalid, or to be of no force or effect, it is the intention of the City that every other provision of this by-law be applied and enforced in accordance with its terms to the extent possible according to law. 5 References in this by-law to any statute or statutory provision include references to that statute or statutory provision as it may from time to time be amended, extended or re-enacted. 6 This by-law shall be read with all changes in gender or number as the context requires. Taxicab Bv-law No. Page 6 PART II - PURPOSES 7 Council considers it necessa to license, re ulate and ry ry� ry g govern indust � � participants for the following health and safety purposes: (a) to enhance and encourage safe maintenance and operational practices; (b) to ensure that only experienced, qualified and trustworthy industry participants are providing taxicab services; and (c) to promote accountability of industry participants for health and safety issues. 8 Council considers it necessary to license, regulate and govern industry participants for the following consumer protection purposes: (a) to enhance and encourage equal, fair and courteous treatment amongst industry participants and users of taxicab services; (b) to protect the property of passengers; (c) to ensure consistency in the application of fares; and (d) to promote accountability of industry participants for consumer protection. 9 Council considers it necessary to license, regulate and govern industry participants for the following nuisance control purposes: (a) to limit or mitigate unsightliness, unnecessary noise, nuisance or disruption for industry participants, users of taxicab services and the general public; and (b) to promote accountability of industry participants for nuisance control. PART III — APPLICATIONS Submission of Applications 10 Applications shall be completed and submitted on forms provided by the City. 11 When submitting an application, every applicant shall appear in person and shall provide all information requested by the City including current valid photo identification satisfactory to the City. 12 Every application shall be submitted with the applicable license fee specified in Schedule 1. 13 Receipt of an application and a license fee by the City shall not represent approval of the application nor shall it obligate the City to issue a license. - ��r �xicab Bv-law No. Page 7 ��x ��4 If an applicant is a partnership, the applicant shall file with the application a statutory declaration signed by all members of the partnership stating, (a) (b) (c) (d) the full name of every partner and their address of ordinary residence; the name or names under which the partnership carries on or intends to carry on business; that the persons named are the only partners of the partnership; and the mailing address for the partnership. 15 Every corporation applying for a license shall file with the application a copy of the corporation's articles of incorporation or other incorporating documents and a statutory declaration stating, (a) (b) (c) (d) the full name of every shareholder and their address of ordinary residence; the name or names under which the corporation carries on or intends to carry on business; that the persons named are the only shareholders of the corporation; and the mailing address for the corporation. Issuance of Licenses 16 A licensing officer may issue a license to an applicant only where all of the information and documents that the applicant is required to provide under this by- law have been provided and verified, and the license fee has been paid. Disqualifications 17 A licensing officer shall refuse to issue a license if, (a) the applicant has been convicted of an offence, for which a pardon has not been granted, under Part V(Sexual Offences, Public Morals and Disorderly Conduct), Part VIII (Offences Against the Person and Reputation) or Part IX (Offences Against Rights of Property) of the Criminal Code of Canada or for the offence of careless driving under the Highway Traffic Act; (b) (c) (d) the applicant has submitted false information in support of the application; the issuance of the license would contravene any of the provisions of this by-law; the application is for a City plate license which, if issued, would exceed the maximum number of City plate licenses permitted under this by-law; Taxicab By-law No. Paqe 8 (e) the applicant fails to successfully complete any testing, training, 1�� educational or awareness program required by the City; or (fl the licensing officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the applicant will not operate in accordance with the law or with honesty and integrity. 18 The licensing officer may refuse to issue a license where the applicant has been convicted of a criminal offence other than those set out in clause 17(a) or an offence under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (Canada). PART IV — TAXICAB DRIVER'S LICENSES Obtaining a License 19 In addition to the requirements of Part III, every applicant for a taxicab driver's license shall submit to the City, (a) a certificate prepared by a duly qualified medical practitioner stating that the applicant is physically and mentally capable of perForming the duties of a driver and is free from communicable diseases; (b) a current valid Class 'G' (minimum) driver's license issued by the Province of Ontario which is in good standing according to the records of the Ministry of Transportation; (c) a driver's abstract dated within 30 days of the date of application; (d) an original CIR dated within 30 days of the date of application; and (e) a letter of potential employment from the taxicab plate licensee or lessee for whom the applicant will be working as a driver. 20 Every applicant for a taxicab driver's license shall pose for an identification photograph to be attached to the taxicab driver's license. Testing and Training 21 (1) Every applicant for a taxicab driver's license shall successfully complete a taxicab driver training and testing program approved by the City, at the driver's expense, within a timeframe specified by the City. (2) The City may waive the requirement of subsection (1) if the applicant has successfully completed, (a) an approved training and testing program within five (5) years of the date of application; or .Taxicab Bv-law No. Paqe 9 , j� �"� (b) an approved training and testing program more than 5 years prior to the date of application and completed a written test set by the City and received a mark of at least seventy-five percent (75%). 22 Where the City has concerns regarding a driver's conduct or perFormance as a result of a complaint or otherwise, the City may require such driver to appear before the Taxicab Advisory Committee and/or attend a testing and training program at the driver's expense. Term of License 23 Every taxicab driver's license shall be valid for a period of two years from the date of issuance. Driver Duties 24 Every driver shall, (a) prior to and immediately upon completion of each shift, examine the taxicab for mechanical defects and interior and exterior damage, record the observations in the taxicab examination log, and report any mechanical defects or damage found to the taxicab plate licensee; (b) be civil, courteous, refrain from using profanity, and offer to assist any passenger when it is evident that the passenger is a disabled person or is in need of assistance; (c) give a passenger a receipt in a form approved by the City showing the driver's name, the taxicab plate number, the date and time of the trip, place of pick up, place of discharge and the fare charged when requested or whenever there is a dispute over the fare; (d) subject to section 25, and except when there is a previous order or engagement, serve the first person requiring the service of the taxicab at any place within the City, at any time of day or night, unless the person, (i) refuses to give their destination; (ii) is in the possession of an animal other than a medical aid animal; (iii) has not paid a previous fare; (iv) is, in the opinion of the driver, unable or unwilling to pay the fare and has been unable or unwilling to satisfy the driver that he has the funds to pay the fare; (v) is an individual covered in an amount of dirt or other material so excessive that if such individual is transported the interior of the taxicab would be left in an unclean state; Taxicab Bv-law No. Page 10 (vi) is intoxicated or disorderly; (vii) is eating or drinking any food or beverage; (viii) is a person under the age of 12 years who is not accompanied by an adult, or has not had the trip arranged by an adult; (ix) refuses to wear a seat belt; or (x) is intending to smoke in the vehicle; (e) punctually keep all appointments and not make any appointments if a previous engagement would prevent the driver from fulfilling it; (fl take due care of all property delivered or entrusted to them for conveyance or safekeeping; (g) immediately upon the termination of any hiring engagement, examine the interior of the taxicab for any property left in the taxicab; (h) immediately return all property or money left in a taxicab to the person owning the property or money, and, when the owner of the property or money cannot be found, deliver the property or money to the nearest police station; (i) take the most direct available route to the passenger's desired destination unless the passenger requests otherwise; (j) prepare trip sheets; (k) retain all trip sheets for at least three (3) months and make them available for inspection at the request of the City; (I) subject to paragraph (m), engage the taxicab meter only when the passenger enters the taxicab and keep it engaged throughout the trip; (m) be allowed to engage the taxicab meter before the passenger enters the taxicab only after the driver has notified the passenger of the arrival and has waited a reasonable time after the due time of the order; (n) at the conclusion of each trip, place the taxicab meter in the time off status and after payment place it in the vacant status; (o) keep in the taxicab a current street guide for the City and the surrounding vicinity; (p) turn off any radio, tape player or any other sound-producing mechanical device in the taxicab and turn down the volume on the two-way radio upon being requested to do so by any passenger, and having done so, leave ��c3 � Taxicab Bv-law No. such device in the off position or, if a two-way radio, turned down until termination of the trip with that passenger; and (q) securely fasten all physically disabled persons, wheelchairs and any other passenger aids, including batteries, so that they are prevented from moving while the taxicab is in motion. 25 When operating an accessible taxicab, every driver shall provide priority service to physically disabled persons at all times, regardless of prior requests for service from persons who are not physically disabled persons. 26 Every driver who has been convicted of an offence described in clause 17(a) shall, within five (5) calendar days of being so convicted, report that fact to the City. 27 The City may, at any time, require a driver to provide a CIR, a driver's abstract, or a certificate prepared by a duly qualified medical practitioner attesting as to whether or not the driver is fit to operate a taxicab. Restrictions 28 No person shall operate a taxicab unless he has been issued a taxicab driver's license. 29 No person shall permit a vehicle to be operated as a taxicab by anyone other than a driver. 30 No driver shall operate a taxicab without a taxicab plate affixed to the rear of the vehicle and a taxicab plate license for the vehicle. 31 No driver shall operate a taxicab unless it complies with all of the vehicle requirements set out in Part X. 32 No driver shall operate a taxicab with mechanical defects. 33 No driver shall display any sign, emblem, decal, ornament or advertisement on or in a taxicab except in accordance with this by-law. 34 No driver shall operate a taxicab unless the current tariff card, taxicab driver's license and the Passenger Rights & Responsibilities set out in Schedule 3 are affixed to the rear of the front seat or are otherwise located so that they are plainly visible to passengers in the back seat. 35 No driver shall operate a taxicab with, (a) a greater number of passengers than seatbelts are available for; or (b) luggage or any object placed in, hung on or attached to the taxicab in such a manner as will obstruct the driver's view of the highway. Taxicab By-law No. Page 12 36 No driver shall operate a taxicab for more than twelve (12) hours in any period of twenty-four (24) hours, or for any period which is more than five (5) consecutive hours at any time without a break of not less than twenty (20) consecutive minutes. 37 No driver shall operate a taxicab unless he is, (a) (b) (c) well-groomed; neat and clean in personal appearance; and dressed in pants (but not sweatpants or shorts) or skirt, shirt or blouse with a collar and shoes, all free from obvious wear or damage. 38 (1) In this section, "written contract" means written contract for taxicab services between a taxicab plate licensee and another person for a period of six months or more, at an agreed rate or charge. (2) No driver shall recover or receive any rate or charge from any passenger or persons who made use of his services which is greater than the fare set out in Schedule 2, other than a tip, gratuity or credit card service charge or pursuant to a written contract. 39 No driver shall, (a) take or consume any intoxicants or take, consume or have in their possession any alcohol, or drugs prohibited by the Controlled Drugs and Substances Acf (Canada) while they are operating a taxicab; (b) (c) (d) (e) use any tariff card other than that obtained from the City; take on any additional passengers after the taxicab has departed with one or more passengers from any one starting point except, (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) at the request of a passenger already in the taxicab; in an emergency situation; when operating a taxicab which is being used exclusively for the transportation of children to and from school; or when operating a taxicab which is being used pursuant to a prearranged contract for transportation of physically disabled persons; permit a passenger to stand in the taxicab while the taxicab is in motion; induce any person to engage his taxicab by any misleading or deceiving statement or representation to that person; �. �i �J Taxicab By-law No. Page 13 �. 3 � (fl ig) make any charge for time lost through mechanical defects or inefficiency of the taxicab or the errors of the driver; make any charge for the time elapsed due to early arrival of the taxicab in response to a call for the taxicab to arrive at a fixed time; (h) use or permit to be used a two-way radio or monitoring device in the taxicab which enables the transmission and/or reception of any frequency of a broker with whom the driver is not affiliated; (i) G) (k) use any radio system, cell phone or telephone system to speak to anyone other than a dispatcher while a passenger is in the taxicab; speak in an obscene, foul, boisterous, racist, loud, threatening or abusive manner to any person, including a dispatcher, while operating a taxicab; transport a child under the age of finrelve years old in the front seat of the taxicab without first disengaging the front seat passenger air bag; (I) knowingly activate the emergency lights on a taxicab driver believes that a threat exists of harm to any perso loss of, any property; or except where the n or damage to, or (m) accept any order or request for service when the expenditure of money by the driver is required on behalf of the passenger. 40 When a driver uses a taxicab for transportation of passengers for no gain or reward or the taxicab is being tested or inspected, the driver shall remove the roof light from the taxicab and place the taxicab meter in a non-recording position. 41 If the destination of a trip extends beyond the City, the driver and the passenger may agree before the start of the trip to a flat rate, however, the taxicab meter must be in a recording position while the taxicab is within the limits of the City. PART V- TAXICAB PLATE LICENSES Obtaining a License 42 In addition to the requirements of Part Ilt, every applicant for a taxicab plate license shall, (a) submit to the City a copy of the current Provincial permit for the vehicle to which the taxicab plate will be attached in good standing with the plate portion endorsed with a plate owner's or a lessee's name; (b) submit to the City a copy of the current Ontario Standard Automobile Insurance policy for the vehicle to which the taxicab plate will be attached, which policy shall provide that the City shall be given at least fifteen (15) Taxicab By-law No. Page 14 days notice in writing prior to cancellation, expiration or change in the � 3�; amount of the policy and shall provide insurance in respect of any one accident a third party liability limit of at least two million dollars ($2,000,000.00); (c) submit to the City a current Safety Standard Certificate issued by an authorized vehicle inspection station for the vehicle to which the taxicab plate will be attached; (d) pay all fines, penalties, judgments and any other amounts, including awards of legal costs and disbursements, owing to the City; and (e) submit to the City the vehicle to which the taxicab plate is to be attached for inspection and registration by the City. Term of License 43 Every taxicab plate license shall be valid up to and including December 31St in the year for which it was issued. Taxicab Plate Licensee Duties 44 Every taxicab plate licensee shall file with the City at least five (5) working days prior to the expiry date of any current insurance policy all insurance renewal policies or certificates of insurance evidencing continued compliance with the requirements of clause 42(b). 45 (1) Every taxicab plate licensee shall maintain each taxicab in operation not less than thirty-five (35) hours per week for a period of not less than 44 weeks per year. (2) After receiving a written request, the Taxicab Advisory Committee shall make a recommendation to Council and Council may permit a taxicab to be operated less than 44 weeks per year. 46 Every taxicab plate licensee shall, (a) keep at all times in the taxicab for which the licence has been issued, a copy of, (i) the current Ontario Ministry of Transportation passenger motor vehicle permit issued for that taxicab; (ii) the current taxicab plate license; (iii) the certificate of liability insurance for the taxicab; and (iv) a taxicab examination log recorded by all drivers of that taxicab within the immediately preceding three (3) months; Taxicab By-law No. Page 15 �-�'� (b) employ or use only the services of licensed drivers; (c) provide the City and, where applicable, any broker with whom they are affiliated, with the names of all drivers who are permitted to operate the taxicab; (d) repair any mechanical defects in the taxicab reported to them by a driver or the City; (e) when a taxicab is not expected to be operated for more than five (5) consecutive days, notify the City of the reason within 3 days of the temporary halt in operation and prior to resuming operation of the taxicab, upon request of the City, provide a Safety Standard Certificate issued by an authorized vehicle inspection station; (fl upon receipt of a notice of inspection from the City, obtain a current Safety Standard Certificate issued by an authorized vehicle inspection station and make the taxicab available for inspection at the appointed time and place specified in the notice; (g) ensure that a copy of the current tariff card and the Passenger Rights & Responsibilities set out in Schedule 3 are affixed to the rear of the front seat or are otherwise located so that they are plainly visible to passengers in the back seat; and (h) maintain in the taxicab a maintenance log of all maintenance and repairs performed on the taxicab within the immediately preceding six (6) months. 47 (1) Every taxicab plate licensee shall maintain the taxicab in good condition at all times. (2) Without limiting the generality of subsection (1), every taxicab plate licensee shall maintain all drive train components (including the engine, transmission, suspension and braking system) in accordance with the standards of Ontario Regulation 611 and maintain all factory and after- market parts free of defects or damage. Restrictions 48 No person shall permit a vehicle to be operated as a taxicab without a taxicab plate affixed to the rear of the vehicle and a taxicab plate license for the vehicle. 49 No person shall publish or cause to be published any representation that he is licensed or hold himself out as being licensed if he is not licensed. 50 No taxicab plate licensee shall permit a taxicab to be operated unless it complies with all of the vehicle requirements set out in Part X. 51 No taxicab plate licensee shall permit a taxicab to be operated with mechanical defects. Taxicab Bv-law No. Page 16 52 No taxicab plate licensee shall permit a taxicab to be operated with any sign, emblem, decal, ornament or advertisement displayed on or in a taxicab except in 13 `. accordance with this by-law. 53 No taxicab plate licensee shall permit a taxicab to be operated unless the current tariff card and the Passenger Rights & Responsibilities set out in Schedule 3 are affixed to the rear of the front seat or are otherwise located so that they are plainly visible to passengers in the back seat. 54 No taxicab plate licensee shall permit a taxicab to be operated in affiliation with a broker who is not licensed. Vehicle Registration 55 Prior to using any vehicle as a taxicab, every taxicab plate licensee shall submit the vehicle to the City for inspection and registration. 56 No vehicle shall be registered as a taxicab unless it meets all of the requirements of Part X. 57 Where a taxicab plate licensee wishes to change the vehicle to which the taxicab plate is affixed, he shall submit the new vehicle for inspection and, upon registration of the new vehicle, shall pay the fee set out in Schedule 1. Temporary Vehicle Change 58 Where a taxicab cannot be operated because of a mechanical defect or damage, a taxicab plate licensee may, for a temporary period not exceeding 28 consecutive days, affix a taxicab plate to an unregistered vehicle provided, (a) the vehicle meets all of the requirements of Part X; (b) a valid Safety Standard Certificate not more than six months old for that vehicle is on file with the licensing officer; and (c) the vehicle has passed the most recent inspection by the City. 59 (1) The taxicab plate licensee shall notify the City immediately upon commencement of its use of a replacement taxicab and shall notify the City which taxicab it is replacing and confirm that the taxicab plate of the replaced taxicab has been affixed to the replacement taxicab. (2) Notice under subsection (1) may be provided by depositing written notification in the City Hall after hours mail deposit box or by facsimile transmission to the City if the replacement taxicab is to be used when the City is not open for business. 60 The taxicab plate licensee shall notify the City immediately upon the return to service of the replaced taxicab and shall confirm that the taxicab plate has been reaffixed to the formerly replaced taxicab. Taxicab Bv-law No. Paqe 17 t, ,� , �� (1) Where the taxicab plate to be affixed to a replacement taxicab is an accessible taxicab plate, the replacement taxicab shall be an accessibfe taxicab. (2) Where the taxicab plate to be affixed to a replacement taxicab is a clean air cab plate, the replacement taxicab shall be a clean air cab. Limitation on Number of Licenses 62 The City recognizes a total of seventy-four (74) taxicab plates as having been issued under By-law No. 2206/86, three (3) of which are accessible taxicab plates. 63 (1) The total number of taxicab plate licenses issued at any given time shall not exceed 74 or the number established by the ratio of one license for each 1,500 residents of the City, whichever is greater. (2) For the purposes of subsection (1), the number of residents of the City shall be as determined by the latest revised population figures available from Statistics Canada (annual estimates and the five-year actuals). (3) The City may issue new City plate licenses within three months of receipt of the population statistics from Statistics Canada if warranted under subsection (1). (4) Council may issue up to three (3) clean air cab plate licenses in addition to the licenses permitted by subsection (1). PART VI — PLATE OWNERS Transfer of Plate Ownership 64 No plate owner shall transfer, sell or otherwise dispose of a taxicab plate without the approval of the City. 65 The City shall not approve the transfer or sale of a taxicab plate unless the plate owner, (a) attends in person accompanied by the purchaser to complete and file with the City a plate ownership transfer form and declaration; (b) provides a fully executed contract of sale for the taxicab plate; (c) returns to the City the taxicab plate that is being transferred; and (d) pays the fee set out in Schedule 1. Taxicab By-law No. Page 18 66 When the plate owner is a corporation and at least 51 percent of the voting rights attached to all shares of that corporation are sold or otherwise disposed of, the j 3� plate shall be deemed to have been transferred. Operation/Transfer of a Plate by an Estate 67 Within ninety (90) days following the death of a natural person who is a plate owner, the executor or administrator of the estate shall file with the City proof of death of the natural person and proof of the executor's or administrator's capacity. 68 The executor or administrator may continue to hold the deceased's plates for a period of up to one (1) year following the date of death and may operate a taxicab or permit a taxicab to be operated with the deceased's plates attached provided all of the requirements of this by-law are complied with during such time. 69 (1) Where the executor or administrator cannot transfer the deceased's plates within one (1) year following the date of death, the executor or administrator may apply to Council and Council may, having regard to the matters set out in section 150, permit the executor or administrator to continue to operate the taxicab or permit the taxicab to be operated with the deceased's plates attached for such further period of time as Council deems appropriate. (2) If the executor or administrator does not or cannot transfer the deceased's plates within one (1) year following the date of death, or within such further period of time as prescribed by Council pursuant to subsection (1), whichever is later, the deceased's plates shall be deemed to be cancelled and shall be returned to the City. Leases 70 (1) No plate owner shall permit a taxicab that the plate owner does not own to be operated using a plate owner's taxicab plate except under the authority of a lease that meets the requirements of this section. (2) Copies of all leases shall be filed with the City. (3) The name of the lessee shall be endorsed on the plate portion of the Provincial Motor Vehicle Permit for the vehicle, a copy of which shall be submitted to the City. (4) Leases shall be for a period of not less than one (1) year an not more than three (3) years. 71 No lessee shall operate a taxicab except under the authority of a lease that meets the requirements of section 70. 72 No lessee may sublease a lease. �-�x�cab By-law No. Paqe 19 � �- 3�� PART VII — CITY PLATES Obtaining a License 73 In addition to the requirements of Part III and Part V, every applicant for a City plate licence shall meet the requirements of this Part. 74 All taxicab plates issued to City plate licensees shall remain the property of the City. Plate Eligibility List 75 The City shall maintain a plate eligibility list that contains the names of applicants for a City plate license in the order of the receipt of their application. 76 No person, by virtue of the submission of an application for a City plate license or by virtue of the placing of his name on the plate eligibility list, shall obtain a vested right to a City plate license, or to remain on the plate eligibility list. 77 The City shall issue City plate licenses as they become available to persons in the order in which their names appear on the plate eligibility list. 78 (1) No applicant for a City plate license shall have his name placed on the plate eligibility list unless, for an average of at least thirty-five (35) hours per week during at least forty-four (44) weeks per year during the twenty- four (24) months immediately preceding the date of application, the applicant has, (a) held a taxicab driver's license or a similar licence by another municipality; (b) held a taxicab plate license or a similar license by another municipality; (c) held a brokerage license or a similar license by another municipality; or (d) been employed by a broker in the City or any other municipality. (2) No applicant for a City plate license shall have his name maintained on the plate eligibility list unless, for an average of at least thirty-five (35) hours per week during at least forty-four (44) weeks per year during the immediately preceding twenty-four (24) month period, the applicant has, (a) held a taxicab driver's license or a similar licence by another municipality; (b) held a taxicab plate license or a similar license by another municipality; Taxicab By-law No. Page 20 (c) held a brokerage license or a similar license by another � 3� municipality; or (d) been employed by a broker in the City or any other municipality. (3) The forty-four (44) week requirement in subsections (1) and (2) may be satisfied in isolation or through any combination of clauses (a), (b), (c) and (d). (4) All persons whose names appeared on the waiting list maintained under By-law 2206/86 shall have their names maintained on the plate eligibility list if they meet the requirements of subsection (2). (5) Where on account of disability a person has become unable to drive a taxicab or to continue employment with a broker, he shall be deemed to have complied with subsection (2) notwithstanding his continued inability to drive or be employed, throughout the period of disability if, (a) immediately prior to the occurrence or onset of the disability he complied with subsection (2); and (b) as soon as reasonably possible after the occurrence or onset of the disability, he files with the City a certificate from a duly qualified medical practitioner confirming the disability, and, if applicable, the date on which the disability ended. (6) The City shall review the plate eligibility list annually to determine whether those persons listed on it continue to comply with the requirements of subsection (2). (7) (a) Once each year every person whose name appears on the plate eligibility list shall complete and return to the City, within thirty (30) days following the date of receipt of notice from the City, a statutory declaration in a form provided by the City evidencing compliance with subsection (2). (b) Persons who fail to comply with clause (a) shall have their names removed from the plate eligibility list. (8) Any person whose name is on the plate eligibility list and who no longer complies with subsection (2) shall have his name removed from the plate eligibility list. (9) The City shall give notice to any person whose name is removed from the plate eligibility list. 79 No person shall hold more than one position on the plate eligibility list at any one time. Taxicab By-law No. Page 21 , , :,.� 3�� 80 The plate eligibility list shall be available for inspection during normal business hours of the City. Registration 81 When a City plate license is approved, the applicant shall, within 30 days of the date of notification of such approval, register a taxicab to that taxicab plate and affix the taxicab plate to that taxicab, failing which, the applicant shall not be issued the City plate license, the applicant's name shall be removed from the plate eligibility list, and the City may proceed to issue the City plate license to another eligible applicant. PART VI11— ACCESSIBLE TAXICABS Obtaining a License 82 In addition to the requirements of Part III and Part V, prior to the issuance of an accessible taxicab plate license, the applicant shall provide the City with a current Safety Standard Certificate issued by an authorized vehicle inspection station showing that the vehicle to which the accessible taxicab plate will be attached meets the requirements for an accessible taxicab as set out in Ontario Regulation 629. Accessible Taxicab Plate Licensee Duty 83 Every accessible taxicab plate licensee shall ensur compliance with Ontario Regulation 629 at all times taxicab. Restrictions e that the taxicab is in during operation of that 84 No person shall operate a vehicle as an accessible taxicab without an accessible taxicab plate affixed to the rear of the vehicle and an accessible taxicab plate license for the vehicle. 85 No person shall permit a vehicle to be operated as an accessible taxicab without an accessible taxicab plate affixed to the rear of the vehicle and an accessible taxicab plate license for the vehicle. Obtaining a License :. E:�7 PART IX — CLEAN AIR CABS In addition to the requirements of Part III and Part V, applicants for clean air cab plate licenses shall meet the requirements of this Part. Council may issue clean air cab plate licenses without regard to the plate eligibility list. Taxicab By-law No. Page 22 88 Clean air cab plate licenses shall be issued to applicants selected through g��' requests for proposals submitted to the City's Supply & Services Division in accordance with terms established by the City. 89 All plates issued to clean air cab plate licensees shall remain the property of the City. 90 Clean air cab plates are held by clean air cab plate licensees at the pleasure of Council and may be revoked by the City, without cause, following a period of three (3) years from the date of issuance, and upon revocation, shall revert to the City without compensation to the clean air cab plate licensee. Restrictions 91 Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law, clean air cab plate licenses shall not be transferred, leased or otherwise disposed of by the clean air cab plate licensee. 92 Clean air cab plate licenses may only be used by clean air cab plate licensees and one alternate driver whose name has been provided to the City in advance of any such use. 93 Notwithstanding section 96, any vehicle operated under a clean air cab plate license shall be of a model year no older than three years. 94 No person shall operate a vehicle as a clean air cab without a clean air cab plate affixed to the rear of the vehicle and a clean air cab plate license for the vehicle. 95 No person shall permit a vehicle to be operated as a clean air cab without a clean air cab plate affixed to the rear of the vehicle and a clean air cab plate license for the vehicle. PART X - VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS Model Year Restrictions 96 (1) No vehicle more than seven (7) years old according to its model year may be registered for the first time as a taxicab under this by-law. (2) No vehicle more than ten (10) years old according to its model year shall be used as a taxicab in the City. (3) The requirements of this section shall not apply to a vehicle if, (a) as of January 1, 2007, the vehicle to be registered for the first time as a taxicab is of a model year 1996 or newer, or is an existing taxicab of a model year 1994 or newer; ., ` Taxicab By-law No. Page 23 �. 4_� (b) as of January 1, 2008, any vehicle to be registered for the first time as a taxicab shall be of a model year 1998 or newer, or is an existing taxicab of a model year 1996 or newer; or (c) as of January 1, 2009, any vehicle to be registered for the first time as a taxicab shall be of a model year 2000 or newer, or is an existing taxicab of a model year 1998 or newer. (4) Commencing on January 1, 2010, subsections (1) and (2) shall apply to all taxicabs. Vehicle Standards 97 Every taxicab shall be equipped with, (a) two (2) emergency lights conforming to the following standards: (i) equipped with an intermittent flasher to continuously flash until reset or disengaged; (ii) amber in colour; (iii) minimum of 5 centimetres in diameter; (iv) shock resistant; (v) wired on a circuit independent from all other equipment in or on the taxicab; (vi) visible, upon activation, from the front and rear of the taxicab from a distance no less than 15 metres during daylight and evening hours; (vii) installed at opposite ends of the taxicab with one facing toward the front of the taxicab and one facing to the rear of the taxicab; and (viii) situated such that the lights, when activated, are not visible to occupants of the taxicab; (b) a silent activation switch to activate the emergency lights; (c) an illuminated activation switch for the emergency lights located in the trunk of the taxicab located out of plain view, and protected from accidental activation; (d) a reset/disengage switch for the emergency lights located only in the trunk of the taxicab, located out of plain view, that remains illuminated so long as the emergency lights are activated; (e) an emergency alert system incorporated with a two-way radio system; Taxicab By-law No. Page 24 cfl i9) (h) ��) a heater and an air conditioning system in proper working condition; an extra tire, wheel and jack ready for use for that taxicab, fender numbers, and properly functioning roof light; clear untinted glass windows, except such tint as is approved by the City; and a taxicab meter that, (i) (ii) has been calibrated to reflect the current fares; is in proper working order with the meter seal properly affixed; and (iii) has been tested and sealed by a licensing officer and mounted in a position so that it is clearly visible to passengers in the front and back seats of the taxicab. 98 Notwithstanding clause 97(i)(iii), when a licensing officer is not available to test or seal a taxicab meter as required, the taxicab plate licensee or driver who has had a taxicab meter altered, repaired or replaced may operate the taxicab in which the taxicab meter is installed for a period up to seventy-two (72) hours provided that, (a) (b) (c) (d) the driver has in their possession a receipt for the repair or installation of the taxicab meter from a recognized taxicab meter service provider; the receipt is signed by the person who made the repairs or installation; the receipt sets out the date, time and nature of the repair or installation; and the licensing officer has been notified that the repair has been made. 99 All taxicab equipment shall be of a type approved by a licensing officer and shall be installed in locations approved by a licensing officer. 100 Every taxicab shall meet the standards for the issuance of a Safety Standard Certificate of inechanical fitness and be in compliance with the Ontario Drive Clean program. 101 The interior of every taxicab, including the trunk, shall be, (a) (b) free of all dust, dirt, grease, oil, adhesive resin and any other item which can be transferred onto the person, clothing or possessions of a passenger; free of all waste paper, cans, garbage or any other item not intrinsic to the operation of the taxicab; �4� �axicab By-law No. Page 25 �. 4 ;a 102 c�> (d) (e) �� (9) free of noxious substances; free of tears and cigarette burns in the upholstery; dry; in good repair; and capable of accommodating a wheelchair, walker, or similar device used to aid physically disabled persons. The exterior of every taxicab shall, (a) be free of all dust, dirt, grease, oil, adhesive resin and any other item which can be transferred onto the person, clothing or possessions of a passenger, except water or snow; (b) (c) (d) (e) be in good repair; be free from body damage; have a well maintained exterior paint finish; and have four matching hubcaps or wheels. 103 Every taxicab shall be a four (4) door sedan or wagon with two rear passenger doors and a rear seat width of at least 137 centimetres from inside door to inside door or be a van equipped with four side doors. PART XI - BROKERAGE LICENSES Obtaining a License 104 In addition to the requirements of Part III, every applicant for a brokerage license shall submit to the City evidence of an affiliation with at least two taxicab plate licensees and/or lessees. Term of License 105 Every brokerage license shall be valid up to and including December 31St in the year for which it was issued. Broker Duties 106 Every broker shall, (a) provide the City with a list, showing in numerical order by taxicab plate number, the name of every driver operating any taxicab with which he has entered into an arrangement for the provision of taxicab brokerage services; Taxicab By-law No. Paqe 26 (b) notify the City within ten (10) days of any additions to or deletions from the � 4� list provided under subsection (a); (c) prepare and retain for a period of at least six months a record of the time and date of each dispatch, the driver to whom the order was dispatched, the taxicab plate number, the pickup location and the destination; (d) carry on the brokerage twenty-four (24) hours a day; (e) upon request, inform any person requesting taxicab service of the anticipated length of time required for a taxicab to arrive at the pickup location; (fl when volume of business is such that service will be delayed to any person requesting taxicab service, inform the person of the approximate time of the delay before accepting the order; (g) dispatch a taxicab to any person requesting service within the City unless the person requesting service has not paid for a previous trip; (h) carry on business only in the name in which the broker is licensed; (i) where the broker dispatches to accessible taxicabs, and service is requested by a disabled person, provide priority service for such person, but subject to prior requests for service by other disabled persons; (j) promptly investigate any complaint brought to the broker's attention by a licensing officer against any driver or taxicab plate licensee and report the findings to the licensing officer and any action taken; (k) prepare and file with the City a list of the brokerage's rules and procedures; (I) display the brokerage's rules and procedures prominently in the brokerage's offices; (m) abide by the brokerage's rules and procedures; (n) at the request of a licensing officer, not dispatch calls to any taxicab until further notification; (o) at the request of a licensing officer, provide a record showing the number of taxicabs available for service on any particular day, the time(s) when each taxicab was available for service, and the calls dispatched to each taxicab; (p) employ or use only the services of a taxicab plate licensee or a driver; and (q) maintain an affiliation with at least two taxicab plate licensees and/or lessees. Taxicab By-law No. Page 27 . �. 4 `� �. � , Broker Restrictions 107 No broker shall, (a) dispatch to an unlicensed taxicab or an unlicensed driver; (b) permit any person to use obscene, boisterous, loud, threatening, abusive, foul or racist language while dispatching; (c) implement any changes in the rules and procedures outlined in clause 106(I) until the proposed change is filed with the City and displayed prominently in the broker's office; (d) accept orders for a parcel delivery unless the driver agrees to take the order; (e) require any driver to accept any order requiring the expenditure of money by the driver on behalf of the customer; (fl make any charge or financial demand, directly or indirectly, of a taxicab plate licensee or lessee, other than dues; or (g) dispatch to a taxicab which is not on the list provided under clause 106(a). 108 No person shall carry on business as a broker in the City unless he has been issued a brokerage license. PART XII — INSPECTIONS and ORDERS Rights of Inspection 109 The City shall inspect all taxicabs concurrently with the issuance of any taxicab plate license. 110 A licensing officer may, at any time when a taxicab is not engaged in the transportation of passengers, enter and inspect the taxicab. 111 Every taxicab plate licensee, lessee or driver shall submit or cause his taxicab to be submitted for inspection when required to do so by a licensing officer. 112 A licensing officer may require that a taxicab plate licensee, lessee or driver submit his taxicab for inspection at an appointed time and place provided notice of the required inspection is given. 113 Nothing in this section shall prevent the removal of any personal property from a taxicab prior to an inspection. Taxicab Bv-law No. Page 28 114 (1) A licensing officer may require from any person the production of any � 4�;� license, permit, log, invoice, voucher, appointment book, trip sheet or any other document in order to ensure compliance with this by-law. (2) A licensing officer may remove any of the documents referred to in subsection (1) for the purpose of photocopying provided a receipt is given and the documents are returned within forty-eight (48) hours of removal. 115 No person shall prevent, hinder or interfere or attempt to prevent, hinder or interFere with an inspection of a taxicab by a licensing officer or the collection of information by a licensing officer. Orders 116 Where a licensing officer finds that a taxicab does not comply with any of the vehicle requirements set out in Part X, he may order the taxicab plate licensee, driver and/or lessee of the taxicab to remedy the non-compliance. 117 All orders shall provide, (a) the taxicab plate number of the taxicab; (b) reasonable particulars of the non-compliance; (c) the date by which the non-compliance must be remedied; and (d) the final date for appealing the order. 118 All orders shall be served in the manner set out in section 163. 119 (1) If an order is not complied with by the date specified in the order, the taxicab plate license in respect of that taxicab shall be suspended as of 12:00 a.m. on that date, and shall only be reinstated if the City receives satisfactory evidence of compliance. (2) Where a taxicab plate license has been suspended under subsection (1), and where no satisfactory evidence of compliance is filed with the City within sixty (60) days from the date of the suspension, the taxicab plate license shall be revoked. 120 No person shall fail to comply with an order. Unsafe Taxicabs 121 (1) Where a taxicab is in a condition that poses a danger to the health or safety of the public, a licensing officer may take custody of the taxicab plate affixed to the taxicab, cut the seal on the taxicab meter, and order that the taxicab be immediately removed from service. Taxicab Bv-law No. Page 29 •�. a� �. �� (2) An order issued under subsection (1) may require the taxicab plate licensee, driver or lessee or to have the taxicab towed to a place of repair or other private property at his expense. (3) If an order has been issued pursuant to subsection (1), no person shall operate or permit the operation of that taxicab until the danger has been removed, the taxicab has been inspected by a licensing officer and the taxicab meter has been resealed. PART XIII — SUSPENSIONS, CANCELLATIONS and REVOCATIONS Taxicab Driver's Licenses 122 A licensing officer may suspend or revoke a taxicab driver's license if the driver fails to comply with any provision of this by-law and such non-compliance is not remedied within seven (7) days following notice from the City specifying the particulars of the non-compliance. 123 (1) When a driver has had his Ontario Driver's License suspended, cancelled or revoked, the driver shall immediately report that fact to the City and the taxicab driver's license shall be deemed to be suspended as of the date of such suspension, cancellation or revocation. (2) A taxicab driver's license that has been suspended under subsection (1) shall not be reinstated unless the City receives written confirmation that the Ontario Driver's License has been reinstated. (3) If the City does not receive written confirmation that the Ontario Driver's License has been reinstated within sixty (60) days from the date of the suspension, the taxicab driver's license shall be revoked. Taxicab Plate Licenses 124 A licensing officer may suspend or revoke a taxicab plate license if the taxicab plate licensee fails to comply with any provision of this by-law and such non- compliance is not remedied within seven (7) days following notice from the City specifying the particulars of the non-compliance. 125 (1) When a taxicab plate licensee ceases to have a current valid Ontario Standard Automobile Insurance Policy in good standing, his taxicab plate license shall be suspended as of the date on which such policy ceased to be in effect. (2) A taxicab plate license that has been suspended under subsection (1) shall not be reinstated unless the City receives written confirmation that the insurance required by clause 42(b) is in place. Taxicab By-law No. Page 30 (3) If the City does not receive written confirmation that the necessary insurance is in place within sixty (60) days from the date of the suspension, the taxicab plate license shall be revoked. 126 (1) A licensing officer may demand that a taxicab plate licensee or lessee file a current Safety Standard Certificate issued by an authorized vehicle inspection station for any taxicab registered to him, dated not prior to the date of demand and may suspend a taxicab plate license until the certificate has been filed. (2) Where the licensing officer demands a Safety Standard Certificate pursuant to subsection (1), the taxicab plate licensee shall provide it within (3) three days. (3) Where a taxicab plate license has been suspended under subsection (1), and where no certificate is filed with the City within sixty (60) days from the date of the suspension, the taxicab plate license shall be revoked. 127 A licensing officer shall revoke a clean air cab plate license if the clean air cab plate licensee is deceased or is no longer a driver. Brokers 128 A licensing officer may suspended or revoke a brokerage license if the broker fails to comply with any provision of this by-law and such non-compliance is not remedied within seven (7) days following notice from the City specifying the particulars of the non-compliance. General 129 The City may cancel any taxicab driver's license, taxicab plate license or brokerage license at any time upon the written request of the driver, taxicab plate licensee or broker, as the case may be. 130 (1) When a taxicab driver's license, taxicab plate license or brokerage license has been suspended, cancelled or revoked, the holder of the license shall return it and, if applicable, the taxicab plate to the City within forty-eight (48) hours of the suspension, cancellation or revocation. 131 132 (2) A licensing officer may enter upon any business premises or into the taxicab of any licensee whose license has been suspended, cancelled or revoked for the purpose of removing the license and, if applicable, the taxicab plate. No person shall refuse to deliver or in any way obstruct or prevent a licensing officer from obtaining a license that has been suspended, cancelled or revoked. No person shall operate a taxicab or permit the operation of a taxicab by a driver whose taxicab driver's license has been suspended, cancelled or revoked. .�4�� .�� Taxicab Bv-law No. Paqe 31 �. 4 ;� 133 134 No person shall operate a taxicab or permit the operation of a taxicab in respect of which the taxicab plate license has been suspended, cancelled or revoked. No person shall operate a brokerage in respect of which the brokerage license has been suspended, cancelled or revoked. PART XIV — APPEALS Appeal Rights 135 Applicants may appeal a licensing officer's refusal to issue a license. 136 A person whose name has been removed from the plate eligibility list pursuant to subsection 78(8) may appeal the decision. 137 A driver whose taxicab driver's license has been suspended or revoked pursuant to section 122 may appeal the decision. 138 A taxicab plate licensee whose taxicab plate license has been suspended or revoked pursuant to section 124 may appeal the decision. 139 Persons to whom an order under section 116 has been directed may appeal the order. Filing of Appeal 140 All appeals must be submitted to the City Clerk within fourteen (14) days of the date of the decision or order being appealed. 141 All appeals shall be in writing and shall include, (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) the reason(s) for the appeal; an identification of the appellant and any other party; the name of any agent, representative or lawyer representing the applicant; the municipal addresses, telephone numbers, facsimile numbers and email addresses for each person identified in clauses (b) and (c); and the appeal fee set out in Schedule 1. Effect of Appeal 142 Until such time as Council has made a decision respecting the appeal, the decision or order being appealed shall be stayed. Taxicab By-law No. Paqe 32 Hearing 143 The Taxicab Advisory Committee shall hear all appeals under this by-law. 144 Upon receipt of an appeal, the City Clerk shall, as soon as is practicable, notify the appellant and all other parties of the date, time and location of the hearing. 145 All hearings before the Taxicab Advisory Committee shall be conducted in accordance with Rules of Procedure approved by Council. 146 Following a hearing, the Taxicab Advisory Committee shall, as soon as is practicable, make a written recommendation to Council with reasons, after which Council shall make its decision. 147 If an appellant fails to appear at a hearing, the decision or order appealed shall be deemed to be in full force and effect as if no appeal had been filed. Council Powers 148 On an appeal, Council may make any decision that the licensing officer could have made and may make its decision subject to such conditions as it considers advisable. 149 When making its decision on appeals, Council shall have regard to the following matters (where applicable): (a) the purposes of this by-law as set out in Part II; (b) the matters set out in section 17; (c) the appellant's record of complying or not complying with any of the provisions of this by-law or any condition imposed on a license; (d) any convictions of the appellant or any outstanding charges against the appellant under any provincial or federal statute or regulation including the Criminal Code of Canada and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (Canada); , (e) the results of any testing, training, educational or awareness program completed or not completed by the appellant; and (fl any other thing or matter that may affect the appellant's ability to hold a license. 150 The decision of Council on an appeal shall be final and binding. 151 Notice of the decision of Council shall be given to the appellant and any other person present at the hearing. 152 Council's decision shall take effect on the day that it is made. � w .� -�. �. � ±.J� Taxicab By-law No. Pac�e 33 y 5� PART XV - OFFENCES / PENALTIES 153 (1) Every person who contravenes any provision of this by-law, and every director or officer of a corporation who concurs in such contravention by the corporation, is guilty of an offence and, subject to subsection (2), upon conviction is liable to a fine not exceeding $25,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding one year, or to both. (2) Where a corporation is convicted of an offence under subsection (1), the maximum penalty that may be imposed on the corporation is $50,000. 154 No person shall make a false or intentionally misleading recital of fact, statement or representation in any statutory declaration, application or other document required by this by-law. PART XVI - GENERAL Plate Replacement 155 When a taxicab plate is defaced, destroyed or lost, the taxicab plate licensee shall apply to the City for a replacement and shall pay the appropriate fee under Schedule 1 within 14 calendar days of the damage, loss or destruction. 156 Where the taxicab plate is lost or destroyed, the taxicab plate licensee shall file a police report detailing the circumstances of the loss or destruction and the City shall issue a replacement plate. Compliance with Other Laws 157 In addition to every other requirement imposed by this by-law, every license is issued subject to the condition that all federal, provincial and municipal laws, by- laws, rules, regulations, orders, approvals, permits, standards, and all other governmental requirements applicable to the operation of the business so licensed must be complied with. Changes 158 When a licensee changes his name or address or any information relating to his license, he shall notify the City within forty-eight (48) hours of the change and shall return the license immediately to the City for amendment. 159 Where there is to be a change in the composition of a licensed partnership, the proposed change must be registered with the City. 160 Where there is to be a change in the composition or the controlling interest of a licensed corporation, the proposed change must be registered with the City. Taxicab By-law No. Paqe 34 Fees 15� 161 Persons receiving a service listed in Schedule 1 shall pay the fee set out in Schedule 1 for that service. Fare Adjustments 162 The fares set out in Schedule 2 shall be reviewed annually by the Taxicab Advisory Committee to determine whether to recommend a change to Council. Notice 163 Any notice required to be given under this by-law or any order served under Part XII shall be in writing and shall be sufficiently given or served if delivered in person or sent by registered mail to the last address on file with the City. 164 Each notice given or order served shall be deemed to have been received on the day it was delivered or on the third business day after it was mailed, as the case may be, whether or not it is actually received. Repeal 165 By-law No. 2206/86 is repealed. 166 By-law No. 6595/05 respecting fees is amended to reflect the fees set out in Schedule 1. Short Title 167 This by-law may be cited as the Taxicab Licensing By-law. Effective Date 168 This by-law shall come into effect on January 1, 2007. BY-LAW read a first, second and third time and finally passed this day of , 2006. David Ryan, Mayor Debi A. Bentley, City Clerk Taxicab Bv-law No. Paqe 35 j �j �� SCHEDULE 1 FEES LICENSE FEES (a) Piate owner license (one year) (b) Brokerage license (one year) (c) Taxicab driver's license (two years) (d) Clean air cab plate license (one year) (e) Plate owner license — vehicle that meets the requirements of a clean air cab (one year) (fl City plate license (one year) OTHER FEES (g) Transfer of plate owner's plate (h) Driver testing and training program (exclusive of CPR) (i) First Aid/CPR Certificate (j) Filing an appeal (k) Replacement of taxicab driver's license (I) Replacement of taxicab plates (m) Replacement of each tariff card/Passenger Rights & Responsibilities (n) Change of registered vehicle (o) Re-inspection without taxicab meter (p) Re-inspection with taxicab meter (q) Lease filing (r) Late Cancellation/No Show for Inspection (s) Plate eligibility list application (every year) $ 250.00 150.00 100.00 1,000.00 125.00 2,000.00 $ 500.00 275.00 75.00 75.00 20.00 25.00 10.00 100.00 20.00 35.00 50.00 15.00 20.00 Taxicab By-law No. Page 36 1. 2 SCHEDULE2 TARIFFS/FARES For the first one-eighteenth kilometer or part thereof For each additional one-eighteenth kilometer or part thereof $2.75 (incl. GST) $0.10 (incl. GST) 3. For waiting time while under engagement, per minute $0.40 (incl. GST) 1�5� � � �Taxicab By-law No Paqe 37 SCHEDULE3 TAXICAB PASSENGER RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Taxicab passengers in Pickering are entitled to a professional driver who, • is licensed by the City of Pickering and prominently displays his/her taxicab driver license inside the taxicab; • knows the major routes and destinations in the City; • is wetl-groomed, neat and c�ean in personal appearance; • is courteous and provides assistance; • provides a safe ride; • knows and obeys all City by-laws and all traffic laws; • offers a silent ride if desired; • takes the most direct route to the destination unless otherwise directed by the passenger; • keeps the interior of the taxicab clean and free of debris; and • issues a receipt upon request noting the date and time of the trip, place of pick up, place of discharge, taxicab plate number, driver name, Provincial plate number and the fare paid. Taxicab passengers in Pickering are entitled to a quality taxicab, • in good mechanical and physical condition; • with a properly calibrated and sealed taxicab meter; • with a clean exterior, passenger area and trunk; • that is heated or air conditioned on demand; and • that is smoke—free: Taxicab passengers in Pickering, • cannot eat, drink or smoke inside the taxicab; • cannot interfere with the taxicab driver in the conduct of his/her duties; • are responsible for any damage caused to the taxicab; and • are required to pay the required fare. Customer compliments and/or complaints may be directed to the City's Licensing Information Line at 905.420.4611 or by e-mail at bylaw@city. pickering. on. ca. NOTICE OF MOTION September 18, 2006 Councillor Dickerson and McLean gave notice that they will at the next or subsequent meeting of Council present the following motion: Pickerinq Lawn Bowlinq Club WHEREAS The Pickering Lawn Bowling Club has grown from a membership of just 55 in 1998 to 175 members today; and WHEREAS this high rate of growth can be attributed not only to the wisdom of the Council of the day in providing new greens and a facility to call "home" but also to the aging demographics of Pickering's population; and WHEREAS there is also growing interest from many of our under 55 years old group, which is welcomed by the Pickering Lawn Bowling Ctub, but a general disappointment, in that the Club has virtually reached the maximum number of inembers which the current greens can accommodate; and therefore leaves little opportunity for those wishing to become members; and WHEREAS excluding the majority of the initial capital costs associated with the installation of new greens, the Club has raised all funds necessary to carry out maintenance and replacement programs (currently in excess of $40,000 annually) and will commit to continuing this best business practice; and WHEREAS Council recognized, and agreed, with the Club that an additional green would be required in the not-too-distant future and installed certain infrastructure (when the temporary parking space was created directly adjacent to the North) for that eventuality; and WHEREAS the performance of the Pickering Lawn Bowling Club has been a credit and asset to the City of Pickering over the years; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that upon completion of the proposed new parking facility immediately North of the East Shore Community Centre, City staff be requested to undertake, in conjunction and conversation with the Club, estimates and drawings for a new green ensuring adequate lighting, irrigation and protective sun shading surrounding the perimeter for players; and ��1 � � +`4 � BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Council considers these findings and invite the Club's Executive to meet with Council prior to consideration of the City's budgets for the 2007 year. BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED THAT discussion and concurrence with the South Pickering Seniors Club also be undertaken and sought. BY-LAWS September 18, 2006 6696/06 Being a by-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 3037, as amended by By-laws 2623/87 and 3450/90, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, on land being Part of Lot 3, Concession 6(40R- 23226, Parts 1, 2& 3) to permit the establishment of ten lots for residential dwellings on the subject property. [Refer to Executive Pages 9-11 ] 6697/06 Being a by-law to appoint Special Municipal Law Enforcement Officers for the purpose of enforcing parking restrictions on private property. 6698/06 Being a by-law to exempt Lots 31, 32, 33, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55 and 56, Plan 40M-2254 from part lot control. (Mavji Homes Development Inc.) [Copy of by-law attached] 6699/06 Being a by-law to dedicate Block 23, Plan 40M-1956, Pickering as a public highway. [Refer to Executive Page 168] 6700/06 Being a by-law to amend 6604/05 providing for the regulating of parking, standing and stopping on highways or parts of highways under the jurisdiction of the City of Pickering and on private and municipal property. [Refer to Executive Pages 188-189] 6701/06 Being a by-law to establish the 2006 Final Property Taxes and Due Date for the Commercial, Industrial and Multi- Residential Tax Classes. [Refer to Executive Pages 221- 222] 6702/06 Being a by-law to license, regulate and govern taxicab businesses within the City. [Refer to Pages 119-155] �� . 5 ,� THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING BY-LAW NO. � � Being a By-law to exempt Lots 31, 32, 33, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55 and 56, Plan 40M-2254, Pickering, from part lot control. WHEREAS pursuant to the provisions of section 50 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, chapter P.13, the Council of a municipality may by By-law provide that section 50(5) of the Act does not apply to certain lands within a plan of subdivision designated in the By-law; NOW THEREFORE, the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Section 50(5) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, chapter P.13, does not apply to the lands described as follows: Lots 31, 32, 33, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55 an ��R�254, Pickering. 2. This By-law shall remain in force and effect from the date of the passing of this By-law and shall expire on September 18, 2007. BY-LAW read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 18th day of September, 2006. David Ryan, Mayor Debi A. Bentley, City Clerk PLC.40M-2254.2 �=J��