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Council Meeting
Agenda
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Council Chambers
7:30 pm
IN CAMERA MEETING OF COUNCIL HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR 7:15 PM
I) INVOCATION
Mayor Ryan will call the meeting to order and lead Council in the
saying of the Invocation.
II) DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
III) ADOPTION OF MINUTES
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In Camera Council Minutes, January 19, 2009
Council Minutes, January 19, 2009
Special Council Minutes, February 2, 2009
In Camera Council Minutes, February 2, 2009
Special Planning & Development Committee Minutes,
February 2, 2009
Planning & Development Committee Minutes,
February 2,2009
Executive Committee Minutes, February 9, 2009
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IV) PRESENTATIONS
V) DELEGATIONS
VI) CORRESPONDENCE
VII) COMMITTEE REPORTS
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a) Report PO 2009-03 of the Planning & Development Committee
b) Report EC 2009-02 of the Executive Committee
VIII) REPORTS - NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
IX) MOTIONS AND NOTICE OF MOTIONS
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XI) OTHER BUSINESS
XII) CONFIRMATION BY-LAW
FOR INFORMATION ONLY
. Minutes of the Committee of Adjustment, December 3,2008 & January 21,
2009
· Minutes of the Seaton Advisory Committee, December 9, 2008 & January 20,
2009
. Minutes of the Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity,
January 8, 2009
. Minutes of the Waterfront Coordinating Committee, January 15, 2009
. Minutes of the Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee, January 27,2009
Council Meeting Minutes
Monday, January 19, 2009
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PRESENT:
Mayor David Ryan
COUNCillORS:
D. Dickerson
R. Johnson
B. Littley
B. McLean
J. O'Connell
D. Pickles
ALSO PRESENT:
E. Buntsma
N. Carroll
1. Melymuk
G. Paterson
A. Allison
D. Wilcox
L. Taylor
D. Shields
- Director, Operations & Emergency Services
- Director, Planning & Development
- Director, Office of Sustainability
- Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer
- City Solicitor
- City Clerk
- Manager, Development Review
- Deputy Clerk
(I) INVOCATION
Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order and led Council in the saying of the
Invocation.
(II) DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
No disclosures of interest were noted.
(III) ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Resolution # 01/09
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
In Camera Council Minutes, December 15, 2008
Council Meeting Minutes, December 15, 2008
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Planning & Development Committee Minutes, January 5, 2009
Special Council Meeting Minutes, January 12, 2009
In Camera Council Minutes, January 12, 2009
Executive Committee Minutes, January 12, 2009
CARRIED
(IV) DELEGATIONS
1. Kirsten Schmidt-Chamberlain
Executive Director
Marian Timmermans, Board Member
Durham Hospice
Re: Onqoinq work of Durham Hospice
Kirsten Schmidt-Chamberlain and Marian Timmermans of Durham Hospice appeared
before Council to update the City of Pickering on the Durham Hospice initiatives for
2009 with the aid of a power point presentation. Ms. Schmidt-Chamberlain noted the
need to educate and communicate to Durham Region the need for Hospice programs.
She stated that a new Bereavement Group would be opening soon in Pickering and
invited all to attend the Durham Hospice Gala in Oshawa on May 9, 2009.
2. Chaitanya Kalevar
Just One World
Re: Nuclear Concerns
Chaitanya Kalevar of Just One World appeared before Council and noted that he felt
the City of Pickering had not answered the questions he had brought before Council at
the December 15, 2008 meeting. Mr. Kalevar reiterated his concerns regarding the
refurbishment of the Pickering Nuclear Plant and noted that Pickering Council should
not be supporting it.
3. Donald Tim Seitz Sr.
Re: Refurbishment of Pickerinq Nuclear Plant
Donald Tim Seitz Sr. of Kingston, Ontario appeared before Council and also noted his
concerns regarding the refurbishment of the Pickering Nuclear Plant. Mr. Seitz stated
that he has spent many years investigating and researching nuclear power and feels
that we should be more concerned with the standards that are in place and feels that
those standards are not strict enough. Mr. Seitz also noted that he felt that Pickering
Council should not support the refurbishment of the Pickering site.
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4. Kate Cherrett
Re: Director, Planning & Development, Report PO 05-09
Rose~ank Properties Inc.
Lands located west of Rosebank Road, east of Oakwood Drive
and south of Maitland Drive
City of Pickerinq
Kate Cherrett, 518 Rosebank Road appeared before Council and noted that she would
not reiterate the same concerns she spoke about at the Planning and Development
Meeting on January 5, 2009. She stated that she did not feel Council supported the
communities concerns and noted that she would make her case at the OMB hearing.
Ms. Cherrett submitted a petition to the Clerk to be placed on record.
~) CORRESPONDENCE
1. CORR. 01-09
HONOURABLE JOHN GERRETSEN
MINISTER OF THE ENVIRONMENT
12th Floor - 135 St. Clair Avenue West
Toronto. ON M4V 1 P5
Resolution # 02/09
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Littley
That CORR. 01-09 from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario requesting
Council's support of the AMO position on the Waste Diversion Act and the Blue Box
Program Plan Review be endorsed.
CARRIED LATER
IN THE MEETING
(See Following Motion)
Resolution # 03/09
Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor Littley
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That CORR.01-09 from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario be referred back
to staff for additional information.
MOTION DEFEATED
2. CaRR. 02-09
P.M. MADILL, REGIONAL CLERK
REGION OF DURHAM
605 Rossland Road East
Whitby, ON L 1 N 6A3
Resolution # 04/09
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Johnson
That CaRR. 02-09 from P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham advising that
at a meeting of Regional Council held December 10, 2008, a recommendation
regarding 2009 interim property tax levy was adopted, be received for information.
CARRIED
3. CaRR. 03-09
REGIONAL COUNCILLOR BILL MCLEAN
Pickering Civic Complex
One the Esplanade
Pickerinq, ON L 1V 6K7
Resolution # 05/09
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Johnson
That CaRR. 03-09 from Bill McLean, Regional Councillor - Ward 2 expressing his
appreciation to Staff Sergeant Mitch Colling for his long term dedication to the
Durham Regional Police Service, be received for information.
CARRIED
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4. CORR. 04-09
GARY MCNEIL
MANAGING DIRECTOR & CEO
GO TRANSIT
20 Bay Street, Suite 600
Toronto, ON M5K 2W3
Resolution # 06/09
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Johnson
That CORR. 04-09 from Gary McNeil, Managing Director & CEO, GO Transit, in
response to the issue of security and safety at GO stations, be received for
information.
CARRIED
5. CORR. 05-09
D. PATRICK MCNEIL
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT
GENERATION DEVELOPMENT
ONTARIO POWER GENERATION
889 Brock Road
PickerinQ, ON L 1V 3J2
Resolution # 07/09
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Johnson
That CORR. 05-09 from D. Patrick McNeil, Senior Vice-President, Generation
Development, Ontario Power Generation, expressing their thanks for the City's
participation during the recent hearings for the Pickering B Refurbishment
Environmental Assessment (EA), be received for information.
CARRIED
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CORR. 06-09
RESIDENTS OF SIDELINE 14
HAMLET OF CLAREMONT
Resolution # 08/09
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor O'Connell
That CORR. 06-09 received from residents of Sideline 14, in the Hamlet of
Claremont, with respect to issues regarding the maintenance and condition of
Sideline 14, be received and referred to the 2009 Budget discussions.
CARRIED
7. CORR. 07-09
C. ANNE GREENTREE, DEPUTY CLERK
MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
40 Temperance Street
Bowmanville. ON L 1C 3A6
Resolution # 09/09
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Johnson
That CORR. 07-09 from Anne Greentree, Deputy Clerk, Municipality of Clarington,
seeking the City of Pickering's endorsement with respect to process streamlining for
lottery licensing through the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, be
endorsed.
CARRIED
8. CORR. 08-09
R.J. DWAYNE MILLER
PROFESSOR OF CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
INSTITUTE FOR OPTICAL SCIENCES
60 St. George Street, Suite 331
Toronto. ON M5S 1A7
Resolution # 10/09
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Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
That CORR. 08-09 from R.J. Dwayne Miller, Professor of Chemistry and Physics for
the Institute for Optical Sciences, be received and that the City of Pickering proclaim
May 9, 2009 as Science Rendezvous Day.
CARRIED
9. CORR. 09-09
MELISSA MCBRIDE
EVENT COORDINATOR
EPILEPSY DURHAM REGION
850 King Street West, Unit #20
Oshawa. ON L 1 J 8N5
Resolution # 11/09
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
That CORR. 09-09 from Melissa McBride, Event Coordinator, Epilepsy Durham
Region, be received for information and that the City of Pickering proclaim March 26,
2009 as Purple Day for Epilepsy.
CARRIED
10. CORR. 10-09
MARK DODICK
SENIOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS ADVISOR TO THE CEO
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS
ONTARIO POWER AUTHORITY
Resolution # 12/09
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
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That CORR. 10-09 from Mark Dodick, Senior Public Affairs Advisor to the CEO,
Corporate Communications, Ontario Power Authority, be received for information
and that the City of Pickering, proclaim May 17-23, 2009 as Energy Conservation
Week.
CARRIED
11. CORR. 11-09
JANICE FRAMPTON
Resolution # 13/09
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That CORR. 11-09 from Janice Frampton, Pickering resident, with respect to the
Mayor's and Councillor's salaries, and requesting a "Fair Salary and Benefit Committee"
be formed, be received for information.
CARRIED
VI) COMMITTEE REPORTS
a) REPORT PD 2009-01 OF THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
1. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 01-09
Road Closing - Conveyance of Land
Portion of West Shore Boulevard (aka Fairport Road) between
Kingston Road and Highway 401, being the Road Allowance between
Lots 26 and 27, Range 3, BFC, Pickering
Parts 3 and 10. Plan 40R-25703
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report PD 01-09 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding the
stopping-up, closing and conveyance of a portion of West Shore Boulevard be
received; and
2. That Council enact a by-law to:
a) stop-up and close lands legally described as West Shore Boulevard (aka
Fairport Road) being the road allowance between Lots 26 and 27, Range 3,
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BFC, Pickering, designated as Part 3 (north portion) and Part 10 (south
portion) Plan 40R-25703 (the "subject lands") as public highway;
b) declare the subject lands surplus to the needs of the Corporation for the
purpose of sale to the adjacent owners, subject to required easements and
in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act and the City's
Acquisition and Disposal of Land Policy; and
c) authorize the execution of all relevant doCumentation necessary to effect the
above.
2. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 02-09
Cougs (Whites) Ltd.
Plan of Subdivision 40M-2208
Plan 40R-23305
Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report PD 02-09 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding the
Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision 40M-2208 and a portion of 40R-23305
be received;
2. That the highway being Sunbird Trail within Plan 40M-2208 be assumed for
public use;
3. That the services required by the Subdivision Agreement relating to Plan
40M-2208, 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, including those parts of
Blocks 75 and 76, designated as Parts 5, 6 and 7, Plan 40R-22846 and Part 1,
Plan 40R-23305 be accepted and assumed for maintenance; and
4. That the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to Plan
40M-2208 be released and removed from title.
3. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 03-09
Zoning By-law Amendment A 10/08
S. Whiffin
2330 Dixie Road
(North Part of Lot 25, Concession 2)
City of Pickerinq
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COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 10/08 submitted by S. Whiffin to
amend the existing zoning on the subject property to allow for a commercial dog
kennel and associated uses, a caretaker's residence (within the existing building)
and a new detached dwelling on lands situated on the North Part of Lot 25,
Concession 2 be approved; and
2. Further, that the amending zoning by-law to implement Zoning By-law
Amendment Application A 10/08 as set out in Appendix I to Report PD 03-09 be
forwarded to City Council for enactment.
6. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 07-09
Stop-up and Close Portions of Pickering Parkway
Transfer of Easements (Access and Servicing)
Road Dedication By-law
PickerinQ Parkway (formerly Sheridan Mall Parkway)
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report PD 07-09 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding the
stopping-up, closing, conveyance and dedication of portions of Pickering
Parkway be received; and
2. That Council enact By-laws to:
a) stop-up and close those parts of Pickering Parkway, Plan 40M-1231, being
Parts 6 to 20, Plan 40R-25784, as public highway for the purpose of
conveying them to the abutting owner, subject to easements; and
b) dedicate that part of Block 1, Plan 40M-1231, being Part 28, Plan
40R-25784 as public highway.
7. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 08-09
Growing the Greenbelt, August 2008 - Final Criteria
Prepared by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and HousinQ
COUNCIL DECISION
That Report PD 08-09 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding the Final
Criteria for Growing the Greenbelt, August 2008, from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs
and Housing be received for information.
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Resolution # 14/09
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
That the Report of the Planning and Development Committee PD 2009-01, dated
January 5,2009, be adopted, save and except Items 4 and 5.
CARRIED
4. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 05-09
Draft Plan of Subdivision SP-2007 -01
Part of Lots 79 to 85, 108 to 111, Plan 350
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 13/07
Part of Lots 79 to 85, 110 and 111, Plan 350
Rosebank Properties Inc.
Lands located west of Rosebank Road, east of Oakwood Drive
and south of Maitland Drive
City of Pickerino
Detailed discussion ensued on this matter.
Resolution # 15/09
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
1. That Draft Plan of Subdivision SP-2007 -01 submitted by Rosebank Properties
Inc., to permit a residential plan of subdivision on lands being on Part of Lots 79
to 85, 108 to 111, Plan 350 (save and except Part of Lots 108 & 109, Plan 350)
as shown on Attachment #3, to Report PD 05-09, be endorsed;
2. That the proposed conditions of draft plan of subdivision to implement Draft Plan
of Subdivision SP-2007 -01 as set out in Appendix I to Report PD 05-09 be
endorsed;
3. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 13/07 submitted by Rosebank
Properties Inc., to amend the zoning of the subject property to implement Draft
Plan of Subdivision SP-2007-01, as outlined in Appendix II to Report PD 05-09
be endorsed; and
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Further, that the City Solicitor be authorized to attend to the Ontario Municipal
Board Hearing of February 9,2009 to support Draft Plan of Subdivision SP-2007-
01 and Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 13/07 as endorsed by Council.
CARRIED LATER
IN THE MEETING
(See Following Motions)
Resolution # 16/09
Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That an H Holding provision be added to the zoning by-law amendment application
A 13/07 and not removed until such time as the pumping station is built and the
dwelling units within the draft plan will connect to the rebuilt pumping station.
CARRIED ON A
RECORDED VOTE
YES
NO
Councillor Dickerson
Councillor Littley
Councillor McLean
Councillor O'Connell
Mayor Ryan
Councillor Johnson
Councillor Pickles
Resolution # 17/09
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Littley
That Report PD 05-09 be deferred until the February 1ih, 2009 meeting of Council.
DEFEATED ON A
RECORDED VOTE
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NO
Councillor Dickerson
Councillor McLean
Councillor O'Connell
Councillor Johnson
Councillor Littley
Councillor Pickles
Mayor Ryan
Resolution # 18/09
Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That lot 15 and 16 be deemed premature and the road end in a cui de sac at this time
and that the future road alignment for Maitland Drive go northerly in a straight
delineation.
DEFEATED ON A
RECORDED VOTE
YES
NO
Councillor Dickerson
Councillor McLean
Councillor O'Connell
Councillor Johnson
Councillor Littley
Councillor Pickles
Mayor Ryan
Resolution # 19/09
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
That recommendation 2 be amended to read as follows:
2. That the proposed conditions of draft plan of subdivision to implement Draft Plan
of Subdivision SP-2007-01 as set out in Appendix I to Report PO 05-09 be
endorsed, as revised;
CARRIED
Resolution # 20/09
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Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That Street B be re-oriented to the east in line with Maitland Drive to the extent
possible technically and any necessary lotting amendments be completed as required.
CARRIED ON A
RECORDED VOTE
YES
NO
Councillor Dickerson
Councillor Johnson
Councillor Littley
Councillor McLean
Councillor O'Connell
Councillor Pickles
Mayor Ryan
The main motion, as amended, was then CARRfED.
5. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 06-09
Drinking Water Source Protection Planning
Comments on Proposed Terms of Reference for the development of
Assessment Reports and Source Protection Plans. dated October. 2008
Resolution # 21/09
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
1. That Report PD 06-09 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding
Drinking Water Source Protection be received for information; and
2. Further, that a copy of report PD 06-09 be forwarded to the Chief Administrative
Officer (CAO) of the Toronto & Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), the
CAO of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA), the Chair of
the Credit Valley/Toronto/Central Lake Ontario (CTC) Region Source Protection
Committee, and the Regional Municipality of Durham.
CARRIED
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b) REPORT EC 2009-01 OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
1. Chief Administrative Officer, Report CAO 01-09
Customer Service
-Accessibility Standards for Customer Service Policy
-Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
-Ontario Regulation 429/07
-Customer Service Policv
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report CAO 01-09 of the Chief Administrative Officer regarding Customer
Service and the Accessibility Standards for Customer Service Standards be
received;
2. That Council approve policy ADM 160, Customer Service;
3. That Council approve policy ADM 90, Accessibility Standards for Customer
Service; and,
4. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering give effect thereto.
3. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, ReportOES 02-09
City of Pickering 2009 Annual Accessibility Plan
-Reviewed by the Accessibility Advisory Committee for
Council Consideration
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report OES 02-09 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services
regarding the City of Pickering 2009 Annual Accessibility Plan be received; and
2. That Council endorse the City of Pickering 2009 Annual Accessibility Plan as
presented and reviewed by the City of Pickering Accessibility Advisory
Committee.
5. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 05-09
Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer
-Individual Environmental Assessment
-Comments on Final EA Report, November 2008
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COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report OES 05-09 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services
regarding the Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer lEA, Final EA Report of
November 2008 be received;
2. That Council endorse the Regions of York and Durham's selection of
"Constructing a new SEC Trunk Sewer in combination with Implementing of
water efficiency and Inflow/Infiltration reduction measures" as the preferred
alternative to the undertaking subject to the Minister of Environment imposing the
following conditions of approval:
a) a commitment to and EA compliance monitoring of the water efficiency and
inflow/infiltration reduction measures;
b) more information on the haul roads under the jurisdiction of the City of
Pickering and approval of those haul roads by the City of Pickering;
c) a commitment to construction of additional temporary traffic lanes at the
Liverpool Road/Finch Avenue intersection during Shaft 2 construction;
d) require the re-evaluation of the Odour Control Facility location with the
objective of securing a site outside of Pickering, and that this re-evaluation
include additional public meetings; and
3. That a copy of Report OES 05-09 be provided to the Region of York, the Region
of Durham and the Ministry of Environment as the City's detailed comments and
conditions of approval on the Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer Environmental
Assessment - Final Environmental Assessment Report.
6. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 06-09
Pickering Sports Medicine & Wellness Centre
-Renewal Lease AQreement
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report OES 06-09 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services be
received; .
2. That the Mayor and the Clerk be authorized to execute a renewal lease
agreement to which the Pickering Sports Medicine & Wellness Centre will be
permitted to continue to operate a Wellness Centre and Wellness Spa at the
Pickering Recreation Complex from January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2013, that
is in the form and substance acceptable to the Director, Operations & Emergency
Services and the Chief Administrative Officer.
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7. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 07-09
Highway 407 East - Environmental Assessment
City of Pickering Comments on Technically Preferred Route
& Preliminary Desiqn (September 2008)
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report OES 07-09 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services,
regarding the Highway 407 East Environmental Assessment be received;
2. That Council support the Highway 407 East Technically Preferred Route (See
Attachment #1) for the easterly extension of Highway 407, including transitway
corridor/facilities and the two north-south links connecting to Highway 401;
3. That the Highway 407 EA Project Team revise the preliminary design for the
proposed bridge crossings over Highway 407 (See Attachment #2) within
Pickering, to include:
a) raised sidewalks (including sufficient right-of-way and the inclusion of
platforms with 1.8 metre minimum width) on both sides of the roadways for
all 407 East bridge crossings in Pickering;
b) dedicated 1.5 metre-wide bicycle lanes on the outer lanes on both sides of
the roadways for all 407 East bridge crossings in Pickering, while
maintaining the proposed pavement width of 3.5 metres for each vehicle
lane; and,
c) lighting of appropriate quality, intensity and standards;
4. That the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) acquire and transfer to the City
of Pickering sufficient land for 18 metre-radius cul-de-sacs for the candidate
roads for permanent closure (existing Brock Road, Paddock Road and Sideline
4), and any other lands required for municipal rights of way;
5. That the environmental impact on surrounding properties within the study corridor
be minimized and mitigated with adequate measures as well as that amicable
resolutions be sought with affected property owners;
6. That Council request the 407 EA Team to consider a better location for the
highway maintenance facility that does not conflict with potential urban
development plans for these lands; and
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7. Further, that a copy of Report OES 07-09 be forwarded to the MTO the 407 EA
Project Team, the Regional Municipality of Durham, and all Durham Area
Municipalities.
Resolution # 22/09
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Littley
That the Report of the Executive Committee EC 2009-01, dated January 12, 2009, be
adopted, save and except Items 2 and 4.
CARRIED
2. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 01-09
Urban Forest StrateQV
General discussion ensued on this matter.
Resolution # 23/09
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Littley
1. That Report OES 01-09 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services be
received;
2. That Council endorse the concept of the development of an Urban Forest
Strategy for the City of Pickering;
3. That Council receive and endorse in principle the proposal from the Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority to undertake the Urban Forest Study and that
staff be directed to include funding for this study in its 2009 budget submission
for Council's consideration;
4. That should budget approval be granted in the 2009 budget, notwithstanding the
requirements of the City's Purchasing Policy, TRCA be retained to undertake the
Urban Forest Study; and
5. That a copy of Report OES 01-09, be forwarded to the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority for their information.
CARRIED
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4. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 04-09
Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer
Individual Environmental Assessment
Enhancement Proiects in the City of Pickerinq
General discussion ensued on this matter.
Resolution # 24/09
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Littley
1. That Report OES 04-09 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services and
the Director, Planning & Development, regarding the enhancement projects for
the Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer be received;
2. That Council endorse the ecological, recreational and infrastructure
enhancement projects as set out in Attachment #2 to Report OES 04-09, as
amended, to include the following in Ecological Enhancements;
That the City of Pickering propose to the School Boards that they put forward a
request to the Region of Durham to initiate a scholarship program for students
who provide excellence in environmental academic achievements as one of the
enhancement projects;
3. That Council authorize staff to work with York Region on finalizing and
implementing the enhancement projects in the City of Pickering; and
4. That a copy of Report OES 04-09 be forwarded to the Region of York, Region of
Durham, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, Durham District School
Board, Durham Catholic School Board, and Rouge Park Alliance for information.
REFERRED LATER
IN THE MEETING
(See Following Motion)
Resolution # 25/09
Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor Johnson
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That Report OES 04-09 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services be referred
back to staff until all outstanding issues have been addressed.
CARRIED ON A
RECORDED VOTE
YES
NO
Councillor Johnson
Councillor Littley
Councillor McLean
Councillor O'Connell
Councillor Dickerson
Councillor Pickles
Mayor Ryan
(IX) NOTICE OF MOTION
1. SOUTHEAST COLLECTOR TRUNK SEWER & WATERFRONT POLLUTION
CONTROL PLANT EXPANSION
Discussion ensued on this matter.
Resolution # 26/09
Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor McLean
WHEREAS York Region plans to grow from 950,000 to 1.5+ million people over the
next 25 years by piping its raw sewage from East Gwillimbury, Newmarket, Aurora,
King City, Richmond Hill and Markham through Oak Ridges Moraine drinking water
aquifers, Bob Hunter Memorial Park, Rouge Park and the Golden Horseshoe
Greenbelt (DRAP) to Pickering and Lake Ontario; and
WHEREAS without the proper technology Pickering and Ajax residents are at risk of
not being able to fully enjoy our Lake Ontario waterfront because of E. Coli bacterial
pollution, nuisance algal blooms, closed beaches and foul odours from the Duffins
Water Pollution Control Plant; and
WHEREAS during the 9th Line, 16th Avenue and other YDSS sewer projects, York
Region repeatedly and grossly under-estimated (misrepresented) the environmental,
social and economic impacts; and
WHEREAS in November 2008 the Council of the City of Pickering approved a
rezoning application to allow a gymnastics facility in the general vicinity of the Water
Pollution Control Plant expansion. This facility provides a range of activities for more
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that 600 young people in our community. York Region has appealed the City's
decision to the Ontario Municipal Board claiming that "they may not be able to mitigate
odours from the plant and they do not want future law suits requiring them to upgrade
the filtrations systems"; and
WHEREAS the Water Control Pollution Plant is directly adjacent to Pickering's
Waterfront Trail, the jewel of this community. Any potential odours from the plant will
negatively impact our waterfront trail and its uses;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Regions of York and Durham resolve
the odour issues at the Water Pollution Control facility located in Pickering prior to any
expansion in order to ensure and maintain the public use of Pickering's waterfront trail
and resolve the OMB zoning application appeal made by the Region of York regarding
Pickering Athletic Centre. And that all odour mitigation will be sufficient to handle the
future expansion and any increase in waste to ensure public safety as well as the right
to the enjoyment of life in and around the expanded facility
AND THAT starting immediately York Region be required to pay 40 cents ($0.40)
towards the funding of a Rouge, Petticoat, Duffins Watershed and Land Trust for each
1000 litres of precious groundwater and surface water which leaks into the YDSS and
is exported (wasted) from local aquifers and watersheds;
THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Region of York and the Region of
Durham.
REFERRED LATER
IN THE MEETING
(See Following Motion)
Resolution # 27/09
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
That the Notice of Motion regarding the Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer and
Waterfront Pollution Control Plan Expansion be referred back to staff for review.
CARRIED
(X) BY-LAWS
6927/09 Being a by-law to appoint By-law Enforcement Officers for the purpose of
enforcing parking restrictions in private property
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6928/09 Being a by-law to stop-up and close certain portions of West Shore
Boulevard (aka Fairport Road) as public highway, being Parts 3 and 10,
Plan 40R-25703 for the purpose of sale to the abutting owner.
6929/09 Being a by-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 3036, as
amended to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering District
Planning Area, Region of Durham, in North Part of Lot 25, Concession 2,
in the City of Pickering. (A 10/08)
6930/09 Being a by-law to dedicate that part of Block 1, Plan 40M-1231, Pickering,
being part 28, Plan 40R-25784, as public highway.
6931/09 Being a by-law to stop-up and close as public highway those parts of
Pickering Parkway (formerly Sheridan Mall Parkway), Plan 40M-1231,
being Parts 6 to 20, Plan 40R-25784, for the purpose of sale, subject to
required easements.
THIRD READING:
Councillor O'Connell, seconded by Councillor Johnson moved that By-law Numbers
to 6927/09 to 6931/09, be adopted, 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
(X) OTHER BUSINESS
1. SOUTHEAST COLLECTOR TRUNK SEWER
INDIVIDUAL ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
FINAL EA REPORT. NOVEMBER 2008
Resolution # 28/09
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor McLean
WHEREAS the Community of Cherrywood needs more time to understand the
significance of an Odour Control Facility;
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WHEREAS Pickering Council has asked for theOdour Control Facility to be built in the
Region of York;
WHEREAS the Durham Region Works Committee has referred this item back to staff
to review the possibility of fulfilling Pickering's request;
WHEREAS the co-proponents filed the Final Environmental Assessment Report with
the Minister of Environment on November 28, 2008 and stakeholders agencies and
the public have until January 23, 2009 to provide comments on the report;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pickering hereby
requests the Honourable John Gerretsen, Minister of Environment to extend the
commenting period on the Final Environmental Assessment Report for an additional
three months; and
That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Ministry of Environment, Durham
Regional MPP's, the Region of York and the Region of Durham.
CARRIED
2. FEDERAL BUDGET INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS
Resolution # 29/09
Moved by Councillor Littley
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
WHEREAS a viable business case for an airport in Pickering has yet to be presented;
WHEREAS the Council of the City of Pickering does not support building an airport in
Pickering;
WHEREAS that it would be premature for the Minister of Finance to consider
allocating an estimated 2 billion dollars in the current and future budget deliberations
without a viable business case;
WHEREAS the municipalities in the Region of Durham are looking to the Minister of
Finance in this budget to fund other critical infrastructure needs such as transit, roads,
water & sewer projects that exist in the Region at this time;
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THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pickering request that
the Federal Minister of Finance and the Regional Chair of Durham Region do not
advocate for federal infrastructure funding for an airport in Pickering until such time as
a viable and accepted business case can be presented; and,
And that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Federal Minister of Finance,
MP's, Durham Regional MPP's, The Regional Municipality of Durham and its' member
Municipalities.
CARRIED ON A
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YES
NO
Councillor Dickerson
Councillor Johnson
Councillor Littley
Councillor McLean
Councillor O'Connell
Councillor Pickles
Mayor Ryan
3. The Chief Administrative Officer was requested to action the following:
a) Council requested from the Region of Durham a history of all spills that have
occurred from the Rodd Avenue pumping station and further that a protocol be
established whereby the City is notified of any further spills.
b) Councillor McLean requested that the Region of Durham be contacted with
respect to signage on the boulevard on Bayly Street to assist Millennium
Veterinary as there now is a median on Bayly Street preventing left turns.
c) Councillor O'Connell requested staff to investigate the City of Kingston anti-
idling by-law as it appeared more restrictive than the City's.
d) Council requested a listing of all ongoing environmental assessments on the
York/Durham Sewer System, including the status (stage) of them.
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(XI) CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS
In accordance with Procedural By-law 6746/07 and the provisions of the Municipal Act,
an In Camera meeting of Council was held prior to the regularly scheduled meeting.
Resolution # 29/09
Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That Council go In Camera in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act for the
purpose of dealing with personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal
or local board employees.
CARRIED
a) Appointments to Boards and Committees
Refer to the In Camera minutes for further information. [City Clerk has custody and
control of the In Camera minutes.]
Moved by Councillor McLean
Seconded by Councillor O'Connell
That the following appointments be confirmed thereto for a term to expire on
November 30, 2010:
i) Accessibility Advisory Committee
Kelly Collins
Keith Falconer
Stephen Little
ii) HeritaQe PickerinQ Advisory Committee
Keith Falconer
iii) PickerinQ Public Library
Mary K. Anderson
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vi) PickerinQ Museum VillaQe Advisory Committee
Charmaine Brown
Suzanne Primrose
CARRIED
(XII) CONFIRMATION BY-LAW
By-law Number #6932/09
Councillor Johnson, seconded by Councillor McLean, 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 Regular Meeting of January 19, 2009.
CARRIED
(XIII) ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor O'Connell
That the meeting be adjourned at 10:20 pm.
CARRIED
DATED this 19th day of January 19, 2009
MAYOR DAVID RYAN
DEBI A. WILCOX
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PRESENT:
Mayor Ryan
COUNCILLORS:
D. Dickerson
R.Johnson
B. McLean
J. O'Connell
ABSENT:
B. Littley
D. Pickles
ALSO PRESENT:
T. Melymuk
N. Carroll
G. Paterson
A. Allison
D. Wilcox
L. Taylor
G. McGregor
- (Acting) Chief Administrative Officer
- Director, Planning & Development
- Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer
- City Solicitor
- City Clerk
- Manager, Development Review
- Principal Planner - Policy
(I) DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
There were no disclosures noted.
Moved by Councillor McLean
Seconded by Councillor O'Connell
That Council move In Camera in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act
and Procedural By-law 6746/07, in that the matters to be discussed relate to the
receiving of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications
necessary for that purpose.
CARRIED
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(II)
CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS
1.
Rosebank Properties Inc.
Appeal of Draft Plan of Subdivision SP-2007-01
And Zonino Bv-Iaw Amendment A 13/07
Refer to the In Camera minutes for further information. [City Clerk has custody
and control of the In Camera minutes.]
Council resumed into open session following discussion of the confidential
correspondence from the City Solicitor dated January 28, 2009 with respect to
this matter. .
Resolution # 30/09
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Johnson
That Council modify its position on the holding provision by endorsing the
following wording:
PROVISIONS (U(H)" Zone)
(1) Uses Permitted Zone Requirements (UH") Zone
Until such time the U(H)" Holding Provision is lifted, no building permits
shall be issued other than for one detached dwelling subject to the
provisions of Section 10, One Family Detached Dwelling - Fourth Density
Zone UR4" of By-law 2511.
(2) Removal of the U(H)" Holdino Svmbol
The (UH") Holding Symbol shall not be removed from any zone until the
earlier of:
(a) The date that The Regional Municipality of Durham advises that the
Rosebank Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station has been rebuilt, such
that the dwelling units within the subject lands will utilize the rebuilt
infrastructure, or
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(b) July 1,2010.
CARRIED
(III) CONFIRMATION BY-LAW
By-law Number 6933/09
Councillor Dickerson, seconded by Councillor Johnson 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 (In Camera) Meeting of February 2,
2009. .
CARRIED
(IV) ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor Johnson
That the Special Meet!ng of Council be adjourned.
CARRIED
The meeting adjourned at 2:48 pm.
DATED this 2nd day of February, 2009
MAYOR DAVID RYAN
DEBI A. WILCOX CITY CLERK
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Chair: Councillor Johnson
PRESENT:
Mayor Ryan
COUNCillORS:
D. Dickerson
R. Johnson
B. McLean
J. O'Connell
D. Pickles
ABSENT:
B. Littley
ALSO PRESENT:
T. Melymuk - (Acting) Chief Administrative Officer
N. Carroll - Director, Planning & Development
G. Paterson - Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer
A. Allison - City Solicitor
R. Holborn - Division Head, Municipal Property & Engineering
C. Rose - Manager, Policy
L. Taylor - Manager, Development Review
G. McGregor - Principal Planner, Policy
R. Pym - Principal Planner, Development Review
J. Hannah - Superintendent, Municipal Operations
B. Starr - Supervisor, Development Control
D. Shields -Deputy Clerk
(I) MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
Neil Carroll, Director, Planning & Development welcomed everyone and noted
that the purpose of the meeting was to discuss and clarify various land use,
road design, urban design and sustainable matters raised by Council in order to
move forward with necessary Official Plan amendments and development
guidelines for Duffin Heights. The Director, Planning & Development also
provided a brief reminder of Council's Resolution of October 20, 2008, relating
to Duffin Heights and highlighted the land use designations and areas on a
context map. An explanation of the planning process and a power point
presentation on Duffin Heights was also provided.
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1. PART 'A'
Urban Design
Mixed Use Corridor
Presentation by City staff and The Planninq Partnership
Rick Merrill and John Tassiopoulos of The Planning Partnership gave a
presentation on the Urban Design Mixed Use Corridor. Mr. Merrill noted that it
was very important to frame the corners right and to make the 3 key
intersections along the Brock Road corridor primary focal points. He noted that
Brock Road would not be very pedestrian friendly but that the connecting
streets could be made pedestrian friendly with multiple pedestrian connections.
He also noted that phasing of density would also be important and noted that
the higher densit~es should be at the front of the mixed corridor blocks with the
residential component in the back. He stated that further review would have to
be undertaken if higher building heights are required. Mr. Merrill provided
recommendations from the review of the Development Guidelines that should
be considered:
minimum heights, on corners should have at least 3 active storeys;
higher building heights encouraged but will required special studies;
proponents of new development will be required to submit a study that
shows how the site integrates with adjacent sites.
Detailed discussion ensued and some of the concerns expressed by Council
were noted as follows:
concerns regarding comment about Brock Road not being pedestrian
friendly; Council is looking for a pedestrian friendly Brock Road, that is
what they had envisioned;
would like to see higher density;
only want a maximum of 2 gas stations;
do not want any drive through buildings.
2. PART '8'
Road Profile
Relationship to Land Uses
Presentation by City staff and The Planninq Partnership
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Neil Carroll, Director, Planning & Development gave a presentation on the road
profile and relationship to land uses. Mr. Carroll noted that the road profile was
being created with priority to pedestrian movement and wanted to make sure
road functions were not compromised.
Detailed discussion ensued and the main concern was to create road profiles
and have detailed plans and processes in place to make sure the right mix of
houses were built on each street in order to ensure problems did not arise
regarding on street parking and snow removal.
3. PART 'C'
Sustainable Design
Neighbourhood, Subdivision & Buildings
Presentation bv City staff
Catherine Rose, Manager, Policy gave a presentation on how the City's
Sustainable Development Guidelines work, the tools and processes being used
by developers to address the sustainable development guidelines and the
scoring system being used. Examples of how the required elements of the
Guidelines were implemented in the Duffin Heights Environmental Servicing
Plan were provided.
Discussion ensued regarding the point system, the sustainable guidelines and
the importance of the guidelines being presented to the Sustainable Pickering
Committee.
(II) NEXT STEPS
Neil Carroll, Director, Planning & Development summarized the information put
forward throughout the meeting and described the next steps in the process.
(III) PUBLIC COMMENTS (DELEGATIONS)
Kathy Gaudi of Old Taunton Road requested clarification on the extent of the
open space area on her property. She also questioned whether there was
development coming her way and the timeframe for the development in the
future.
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Lloyd Cherniak of Lebovic Homes expressed his support for several of the
comments made by City staff and the consultants. He also expressed his
disappointment regarding some of the comments made by Council and was
concerned with the City's inability to understand the current economic realities
in the market place. Mr. Cherniak did not agree with the planning of higher
density buildings.
Roger Miller of Mattamy Homes also expressed his support for several of the
comments made by City staff and the consultants. He also noted his concerns
with the building heights and stated that the key for moving forward would be
flexibility in the processes. Mr. Miller also stated that there needed to be a level
playing field and everyone had to meet the same criteria.
(IV) ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 6:10 pm.
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Chair: Councillor Johnson
PRESENT:
Mayor Ryan
COUNCillORS:
D. Dickerson
R. Johnson
B. McLean
J. O'Connell
D. Pickles
ABSENT:
B. Littley
ALSO PRESENT:
T. Melymuk - (Acting) Chief Administrative Officer
N. Carroll - Director, Planning & Development
L. Taylor - Manager, Development Review
C. Rose - Manager, Policy
R. Pym - Principal Planner, Development Review
G. McGregor - Principal Planner, Policy
I. James - Planner II
D. Shields -Deputy Clerk
(I) PART lA' - PLANNING INFORMATION MEETING
1. Draft Plan of Subdivision SP-2008-10
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 20/08
Ontario Realty Corporation
Part Lot 17 and 18, Concession 3
City of PickerinQ
A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of
informing the public with respect to the above noted application.
Lynda Taylor, Manager, Development Review gave an outline of the
requirements for a Statutory Meeting under the Planning Act. She also noted
that if a person or public body does not make oral or written submissions to the
City before the by-law is passed, that person or public body are not entitled to
appeal the decision of City Council to the Ontario Municipal Board, and may not
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be entitled to be added as a party to the hearing unless, in the opinion of the
Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so.
Ross Pym, Principal Planner, Development Review, gave an overview of zoning
amendment application A 20/08.
Bryce Jordan of Sernas Associates appeared before the Committee in support of
zoning amendment application A 20/08.
No members of the public in attendance at the public information meeting spoke
in support or opposition to zoning amendment application A 20/08.
2. Zoning By-law Amendment A 21/08
Mikalda Farms Ltd.
155 Uxbridge Pickering Townline Road
(Part of Lot 34, Concession 9)
City of Pickerino
A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of
informing the public with respect to the above noted application.
Lynda Taylor, Manager, Development Review gave an outline of the
requirements for a Statutory Meeting under the Planning Act. She also noted
that if a person or public body does not make oral or written submissions to the
City before the by-law is passed, that person or public body are not entitled to
appeal the decision of City Council to the Ontario Municipal Board, and may not
be entitled to be added as a party to the hearing unless, in the opinion of the
Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so.
Isa James, Planner II, gave an overview of zoning amendment application A
21/08.
Carol Norton, the applicant appeared before the Committee in support of zoning
amendment application A 21/08. Ms. Norton stated that the majority of the site
would remain agricultural for the growing and selling of native plantings. She
also noted that they wanted to provide an educational and recreational
component to the property for children and introduce to them education on
environmental conservation.
No members of the public in attendance at the public information meeting spoke
in support or opposition to zoning amendment application A 21/08.
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3. Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 08-004/P
Zoning By-law Amendment A 24/08
SmartCenters (Wal-Mart and Sobeys)
1899 Brock Road
(Part of Lot 18, Concession 1), City of Pickerinq
A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of
informing the public with respect to the above noted application.
Lynda Taylor, Manager, Development Review gave an outline of the
requirements for a Statutory Meeting under the Planning Act. She also noted
that if a person or public body does not make oral or written submissions to the
City before the by-law is passed, that person or public body are not entitled to
appeal the deci~ion of City Council to the Ontario Municipal Board, and may not
be entitled to be added as a party to the hearing unless, in the opinion of the
Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so.
Isa James, Planner II, gave an overview of zoning amendment application
A24/08.
Roslyn Houser of Goodmans LLP, appeared before the Committee in support of
zoning by-law amendment A 24/08. Ms. Houser stated that the expansions to
the Walmart and Sobeys stores had been proposed from the beginning and at
this time they were ready to expand the Walmart store by approximately 35,000
sq. ft. She noted that the expansion would upgrade the urban design of the
store, widen the sidewalk, move the vending machines inside and provide an
opportunity to augment the stores sustainability features. Ms. Houser also noted
that the expansion to the So beys store would come at a later date.
No members of the public in attendance at the public information meeting spoke
in support or opposition to zoning amendment application A 24/08.
Correspondence was received from Steven A. Zakern, Aird & Berlis LLP,
Barristers & Solicitors, 181 Bay Street, Suite 1800 , Toronto, ON M5J 2T9,
requesting that they be notified of all meetings relating to zoning amendment
application A 24/08, on behalf of their client, Loblaws Properties Limited.
Correspondence was received from Harry Froussios, Zelinka Priamo Ltd., 5399
Eglinton Avenue West, Suite 202, Toronto, ON M9C 5K6 requesting that they be
notified of all meetings relating to zoning amendment application A24/08, on
behalf of their client, Bayfield Realty Advisors Inc.
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(II) PART 'B' - PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT REPORTS
1. Director, Planning & Development, Report PO 09-09
Grand Oak Homes (Eastern Division) Ltd.
Plan of Subdivision 40M-1488
Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor O'Connell
1 . That Report PO 09-09 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding
the Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision 40M-1488 be received;
2. That the highways being Alpine Lane, W~ldwood Crescent (formerly Forsyth
Lane), Hollyhedge Drive and Major Oaks Road within Plan 40M-1488 be
assumed for public use;
3. That the services required by the Subdivision Agreement relating to Plan
40M-1488, 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; and
4. That the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to
Plan 40M-1488 be released and removed from title.
CARRIED
2. Director, Planning & Development, Report PO 10-09
Comments on the final report Size and Location of Urban Growth Centres in the
Greater Golden Horseshoe, prepared by the Ontario Growth Secretariat, Ministry of
EnerQY and Infrastructure. November 2008
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor O'Connell
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That Report PD 10-09 of the Director, Planning & Development, regarding
the report Size and Location of Urban Growth Centres in the Greater
Golden Horseshoe, prepared by the Ontario Growth Secretariat, Ministry of
Energy and Infrastructure November 2008, be received; and
2.
Further, that as part of the conformity exercise for the Provincial Growth
Plan through the Pickering Official Plan Review, the Planning &
Development Department take appropriate follow up action to:
a) delineate the precise Urban Growth Centre (UGC) boundary, and
b) establish land use designations and corresponding policies to define the
specific types and densities of uses in the UGC which support and
encourage development envisioned by the Growth Plan.
CARRIED
3. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 11-09
Final Rouge River Watershed Plan
Comments on Rouge River Watershed Plan: Towards a Healthy and
Sustainable Future and Implementation Guide, prepared by the Toronto and
Reqion Conservation Authoritv
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor O'Connell
1. That Report PD 11-09 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding
the Final Rouge River Watershed Plan, be received;
2. That the Final Rouge River Watershed Plan: Towards a Healthy and
Sustainable Future and Implementation Guide, be received; and
3. Further, that City staff be authorized to work with the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA) to implement the recommendations of the
Rouge River Watershed Plan, appropriate to the City of Pickering.
CARRIED
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(III) OTHER BUSINESS
The (Acting) Chief Administrative Officer was requested to action the following:
a) Councillor Dickerson requested a meeting in order to discuss snow clearing
and removal strategies and snow clearing equipment requirements.
b) Councillor McLean requested that statistics be provided on snowfall within the
Durham Region over the past few years.
c) Councillor Johnson requested information on whether snow removal
contractors hired by the City have to follow the same guidelines as City
employees regarding the number of continuous hours of work they can
complete at one time.
(IV) ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:50 pm.
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Executive Committee
Meeting Minutes
Monday, February 9, 2009
7:30 pm - Council Chambers
Chair: Councillor O'Connell
PRESENT:
Mayor Ryan
COUNCillORS:
D. Dickerson
R. Johnson
B. Littley
8. Mclean
J. O'Connell
D. Pickles
ALSO PRESENT:
T. Melymuk
G. Paterson
D. Wilcox
- (Acting) Chief Administrative Officer
- Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer
- City Clerk
(I) MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. (Acting) Chief Administrative Officer, Report CAO 02-09
Sustainable Pickering
-2008 Update and 2009 Work ProQram
The (Acting) Chief Administrative Officer responded to questions of the Committee
with respect to Report CAO 02-09.
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
1. That Council receive Report CAO 02-09 of the (Acting) Chief Administrative
Officer providing an update on the 2008 Sustainable Pickering initiative and
2009 work program;
2. That Council authorize staff and the Sustainable Pickering Advisory Committee
to continue to work on the City's Sustainable Pickering initiative with the
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continued assistance in 2009 of Durham Sustain Ability as outlined in this
Report ; and
3. That Council agree to the City's participation in "Earth Hour" on March 28, 2009
and authorize staff and the Sustainable Pickering Advisory Committee to take
the appropriate actions to engage residents, business and institutions to also
participate in this event.
CARRIED
2. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 01-09
City Policy ADM 060
-Records ManaQement Policy
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
1. That Report CS 01-09 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be
received;
2. That Policy ADM 060 Records Management Policy, be approved; and
3. That the appropriate officials be given the authority to give effect thereto.
CARRIED
3. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 02-09
Section 357/358 of the Municipal Act- Adiustment to Taxes
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
1. That Report CS 02-09 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be
received;
2. That the write-offs of taxes as provided under Section 357/358 of the Municipal
Act, 2001 be approved; and,
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3.
That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
necessary action to give effect thereto.
CARRIED
4. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 08-09
T elus Mobility Lease Renewal
Sideline 24. Between Hiohwav 7 and Hiohwav 407
RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
1. That Report OES 08-09 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services be
received; and
2. That the Mayor and the Clerk be authorized to execute a lease renewal
agreement with TM Mobile Inc. ("Telus") substantially on the terms set out in
this Report.
CARRIED
(II) OTHER BUSINESS
a) Proclamation - Black History Month
The Committee was provided as a handout correspondence dated February 5, 2009
from the Supervisor, Culture & Recreation, on behalf of the Pickering Advisory
Committee on Race Relations & Equity, requesting to proclaim the month of February
as Black History Month, and further outlining scheduled events.
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That the rules of procedure be suspended in order to introduce a motion with respect
to proclaiming February Black History Month.
CARRIED
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RECOMMENDATION
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That the month of February be proclaimed Black History Month in the City of
Pickering and that the Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity be
so advised.
CARRIED
b) Councillor Pickles advised that he would be bringing forth a Notice of Motion at the
February 17, 2009 meeting of Council with respect to election financing.
The Chief Administrative Officer was requested to action the following:
c) Councillor McLean requested an update report on the True Sport Community
bursary, specifically on the number of children that have benefited from the bursary,
the sports that they participated in and the financial status to date. He noted that it is
also important that Bell Canada, who donated the bursary was updated on the
success of the program.
(II) ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:11 pm.
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February 17, 2009
DELEGATIONS
1. David Middleton
Durham Environmental Advisory Committee
Re: Information on Environmental Awards
Run by the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee
rRefer to CaRR. 15-091
2. John Newell
Pickering Resident
Re: Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer and
Waterfront Pollution and Control Plant Expansion
Nuclear Issues
3. Chaitanya Kalevar
Just One World
Re: Nuclear Issues
4. Professor Robert MacDermid
Political Science, York University
Re: Reforms to the Ontario Municipal Elections Act
rRefer to CaRR. 12-091
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February 17, 2009
CORRESPONDENCE
Paaes
1. CORR. 12-09 Motion for Direction
BLAIR LABELLE 49-51
MANAGER, LEGISLATIVE SERVICES/DEPUTY CLERK
TOWN OF AJAX
65 Harwood Ave. South
Aiax, ON L 1 S 2H9
Letter received from Blair Labelle, Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy
Clerk, Town of Ajax, requesting Council's endorsement of a resolution passed
by Ajax Town Council on February 9, 2009 concerning prohibiting corporate
and trade union contributions to municipal election campaigns and that Ajax be
notified of this decision.
2. CORR. 13-09 Receive for Information
BLAIR LABELLE 52-54
MANAGER, LEGISLATIVE SERVICES/DEPUTY CLERK
TOWN OF AJAX
65 Harwood Ave. South
Aiax. ON L 1 S 2H9
Letter received from Blair Labelle, Manager, Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk,
Town of Ajax with respect to a resolution passed by Ajax Town Council on
January 12, 2009, regarding the Friends of Ajax-Pickering Hospital East LHIN's
Clinical Services Plan.
3.
CORR. 14-09
SHELLY VAN EMPEL
LEGISLATIVE ADMINISTRATOR
TOWN OF MILTON
150 Mary Street
Milton. ON L9T6Z5
Receive for Information
55-57
Letter received from Shelly van Empel, Legislative Administrator, Town of
Milton, with respect to a resolution passed on January 26, 2009 regarding the
implementation of the $1 OOm hospital growth funding commitment ensuring that
growth funding is targeted to high growth hospitals and social services, the
Health Based Allocation Model and to develop a health care and social services
growth plan for Ontario high growth communities to complement Places to
Grow.
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4. CORR. 15-09 Receive for Information
DURHAM ENVIRONMENTAL 58
ACHIEVEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
(DEAC) ENVIRONMENTAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
605 Rossland Road East
Whitby. ON L 1 N 6A3
Letter received from the Durham Environmental Achievement Advisory
Committee with respect to submitting nominations for the 2009 DEAC
Environmental Achievement Awards.
5. CORR. 16-09 Receive for Information
BLAIR LABELLE 59-68
MANAGER OF LEGISLATIVE SERVICES/DEPUTY CLERK
TOWN OF AJAX
65 Harwood Ave. South
Aiax. ON L 1 S 2H9
Letter received from Blair Labelle, Manager, Legislative Services, Deputy Clerk,
advising that at a meeting of the Ajax General Government Committee held on
January 22, 2009, a resolution with respect to bottled water and the feasibility
of establishing a bottle free area was passed.
6.
CORR. 17-09
HEATHER BROOKS
DIRECTOR, WATERSHED PLANNING &
NATURAL HERITAGE
CENTRAL LAKE ONTARIO CONSERVATION
100 Whiting Avenue
Oshawa. ON L 1 H 3T3
Receive for Information
69
Letter received from Heather Brooks, Watershed Planning & Natural Heritage,
Central Lake Ontario Conservation, advising that at a meeting held January 20,
2009, a resolution was passed with respect to staff reports regarding Wildlife
Monitoring Program (Long Term), Aquatic Monitoring Program (2009-2013) and
the Aquatic Monitoring Program 2006 and 2007 Annual Reports. [Reports are
available in the office of the City Clerk]
7.
CORR. 18-09
P.M. MADILL, REGIONAL CLERK
REGION OF DURHAM
605 Rossland Road East
Whitby. ON L 1 N 6A3
Receive for Information
70
Letter received from P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham, advising
that at a meeting of Regional Council held January 28, 2009, a
recommendation was passed regarding encouraging municipalities to seek
advice from the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee in matters and areas
of consideration that may affect the viability and future of the farming industry in
Durham Region..
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8.
CORR. 19-09
REGIONAL COUNCIL.LOR BILL MCLEAN
Pickering Civic Complex
One the Esplanade
Pickerina. ON L 1V 6K7
Receive for Information
71-72
Letter received from Regional Councillor Bill McLean, expressing his concerns
in relation to the Do Not Call List.
9.
CORR. 20-09
DAVE STELL, COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
AJAX-PICKERING BOARD OF TRADE
144 Old Kingston Road
2nd Floor, Suite 10
Aiax. ON L 1T 2Z9
Receive for Information
73-76
Correspondence received from Dave Stell, Communications Specialist, Ajax-
Pickering Board of Trade, forwarding a copy of a letter of support which was
sent to the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in relation to American
Protectionism currently being considered by the U.S. government.
10. CORR. 21-09
CHAITANYA KALEVAR
JUST1WORLD
Receive for Information
77-78
Correspondence received from Chaitanya Kalevar, Just 1 World, with respect
to the election contribution profile of Pickering Councillors.
11. CORR. 22-09
JAYME HARPER
PFLAG CANADA
Motion to Declare
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Letter received from Jayme Harper, PFLAG Canada, requesting the City of
Pickering proclaim May 17,2009 as International Day Against Homophobia.
12. CaRR. 23-09
KIRSTEN SCHMIDT-CHAMBERLAIN
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
DURHAM HOSPICE
209 Dundas St. East
Lower Level Units 1 & 2
Whitby. ON L 1 N 7H8
Motion to Declare
80
Letter received from Kirsten Schmidt-Chamberlain, Executive Director, Durham
Hospice, requesting the City of Pickering proclaim May 3 - 9, 2009 as Hospice
Palliative Care Week.
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13. CORR. 24-09
SHEILA CARSON, CHAIR
TEACHERS OF ENGLISH AS A SECOND
LANGUAGE ASSOCIATION OF ONTARIO
27 Carlton Street, Suite 405
Toronto. ON M5B 1L2
Motion to Declare
81
Letter received from Sheila Carson, Chair, Teachers of English as a Second
Language Association of Ontario, requesting the City of Pickering proclaim
December 6-12,2009 English as a Second Language Week.
14. CORR. 25-09
FRANK MACPHEE, PRESIDENT
DURHAM REGION
Durham Region Home Builders' Association
King Street Postal Outlet
P.O. Box 26064,206 King Street East
Oshawa. ON L 1 H 1 CO
Motion to Declare
82
Letter received from Frank MacPhee, President, Durham Region Home
Builders' Association, requesting the City of Pickering proclaim April, 2009 as
"New Homes Month".
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Buchan, Adriana on behalf of Clerks Web Email
February 12, 20099:55 AM
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Feb 09 Ltr re Campaign Contributions.pdf
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From: Blair Labelle [mailto:Blair.Labelle@Townofajax.com]
Sent: February 11, 2009 10: 17 AM
Subject: Ajax Council Resolution: Municipal Election Campaign Contributions
Good day, attached is a letter addressed to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing relative to a
resolution of the Council of the Town of Ajax passed at their February 9,2009 meeting. The
resolution requests that the Province provide the authority for municipalities in Ontario to pass a by-
law that would prohibit a municipal election campaign.contribution from a corporation that carries on
business in Ontario or a trade union that holds bargaining rights for employees in Ontario.
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municipalities notify the Town of Ajax of their decision in that regard. Thank you for your attention in
this matter.
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Honourable Jim Watson
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
777 Bay Street, 17th Floor
Toronto, Ontario
M5G 2E5
February 10, 2009
Dear Minister Watson
RE: AJAX COUNCIL RESOLUTION - AUTHORITY TO PROHIBIT CORPORATE AND
TRADE UNION CONTRIBUTIONS TO MUNICIPAL ELECTION CAMPAIGNS
At their meeting February 9, 2009, Ajax Town Council received a presentation from Professor
Robert MacDermid, who provided an overview of the research and conclusions outlined in his.
recent paper "Funding City Politics". Professor MacDermid commended Ajax Council for their
leadership!n municipal campaign finance reform and practices. Professor MacDermid's full
report is available at www.votetoronto.ca.
Upon considering this presentation, Council passed the following resolution:
Moved by: Regional Councillor Jordan
Seconded by: Councillor Dies
WHEREAS the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 en'ables individuals normally resident in
Ontario, corporations that carry on business in Ontario and unions that hold bargaining
rights for employees In Ontario to make contributions of up to $750 in total to any
candidate for all municipal offices, with the exception of candidates for Mayor of Toronto
who are permitted to accept maximum Individual contributions of $2,500; and,
WHEREAS the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 [So 70.1 (1)] provides that the City of
Toronto alone "may by by-law prohibit a corporation that carries on business in Ontario
or a trade union that holds bargaining rights for employees in Ontario from making a
contribution to or for any candidate for an office on city council."; and,
WHEREAS a recent study by Prof. Robert MacDermid, titled "Funding City Politics",
examined financial contributions to municipal election campaigns in the Greater Toronto
Area and, in particular, raised issues with respect to the amount and potential influence
of contributions from land and property development corporations; and,
Ontario's First ISO 9001 Quality Community
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WHEREAS no corporate or trade union contributions to municipal candidates and
parties have been permitted in Quebec since 1980; both Quebec and Manitoba have
banned corporate and union contributions to Provincial candidates and parties; and all
such contributions were prohibited from federal electoral politics prior to the last
Canadian election;
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Government of Ontario be requested to amend the
Municipal Elections Act, 1996 to provide all municipalities in the Province with the
authority to pass a by-law that would prohibit a corporation that carries on business in
Ontario or a trade union that holds bargaining rights for employees in Ontario from
making a contribution to or for any candidate for an office on the respective muniCipal
council. ' ,
Please review Professor MacDermid's report and enact legislation that will provide the
requested authority to all municipalities in the Province.
Thank you for your kind attention to this matter.
Martin de Rond,
Director of Legislative & Information Services/Town Clerk
cc. Joe Dickson, MPP
All Ontario Municipalities
Prof. Robert MacDermid
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Council
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TOWN Of AJAX
65 Harwood Avenue South
Ajax ON L1S 2H9
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Friends of the Ajax Pickering Hospital
c/o Mr. B. Parish
68 Hills Road
Ajax, ON
L 1 S 2W 4
January 13, 2008
Re: Clinical Services Plan
At their meeting on January 12, 2009, Ajax Town Council passed the following resolution:
That item of correspondence vi) from the Friends of Ajax Pickering Hospital
regarding the Central East LHIN's Clinical Services Plan be endorsed and forwarded
to Durham Region and all municipalities within the Central East LHIN.
A copy of the correspondence that prompted this action is enclosed. Thank you for your kind
consideration.
Sincerely,
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December 4, 2008
Foster Loucks, Chair
and Members of the Board
Central East LHIN
Suite 204A, 314 Harwood Avenue South
Ajax, Ontario
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Dear Chair Loucks and Members of the Board,
The Friends of the Ajax Pickering Hospital understand that the Clinical Services Plan that is in the process
of development by the Central East LHIN will probably be completed in January or February 2009,
From the Friends experiences with the Clinical Services Plan developed by the RVHS Board in 2002 and
2003, it is critically important that the members of the general public of all the affected communities within
the Central East LHIN be fully advised and informed of the detailed contents and implications of the plan
for hospital and health care services before the plan is adopted for use,
The Friends cannot emphasize strongly enough that widespread and full communication with, and the full
involvement of the general public in understanding and accepting of the Clinical Services Plan is vital to its
success,
The geneial public who pay all the costs of hospital and health care services are also its end user,
The Friends request answers to the following questions:
1 'Mhon willlho rlobilorl rlinil"<:ll ~Orl/jl"~S Plan be made read'lly ava'llable to the general
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Is the Board of the Central East LHIN planning to hold public meetings throughout the I' I
length and breadth of the LHIN to explain the detailed Clinical Services Plan, and to
answer questions after the general public has had an opportunity to study the plan and
before its final adoption?
4. Will there be public meetings in every local area municipality?
5. After input from the general public will the Clinical Services Plan as revised be made
available to the public for further comment before its final adoption?
The Friends would appreciate very much early answers to these questions, and any other information
relevant to the Clinical Services Plan as it becomes available.
Thank you in anticipation of your co-operation in this matter.
Sincerely,
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cc: The Honourable David Caplan, M.P.P., Minister of Health and Long Term Care
Joe Dickson, M.P.P., Ajax Pickering
Wayne Arthurs, M.P.P., Pickering Scarborough East
Christine Elliott, M.P.P., Whitby Oshawa
Mayor Steve Parish and Councillors, Town of Ajax
Mayor David Ryan and Councillors, Cityof Pickering
Mayor Pat Perkins and Councillors, Town of Whitby
Chair Roger Anderson and Councillors, Region of Durham
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Hon. Dave Ryan, Mayor
City of Pickering,
One The Esplanade,
Pickering, ON,
L 1 V 6K7
28,2009
Dear Hon. Ryan:
RE: Hospital Growth Fundinq and Health Care Plan
Please be advised that Milton Council, at their meeting held on January 26,2009,
considered the aforementioned topic and subsequent to discussion, the following
was resolved:
WHEREAS Ontarians believe in the principle of fairness; that fairness
defines who we are and how we live;
Whereas the, high growth communities in Ontario grow at more than twice
the rate of the provincial population growth rate and are aging at twice the
provincial rate;
Whereas population growth in these regions will further intensify due to
Ontario's 30-year growth plan, Places to Grow;
Whereas as of 2008/09 Ontarian's residing in the Local Healthlnteqration
Networks (LHINs) with hiqh qrowth communities are receiving $255 less
per resident in provincial funding for local hospital services compared to
residents in other LHINs in Ontario, which translates into a $1.4 billion
annual operating funding gap for local hospital services - and these
provincial funding gaps are worsening each year;
Whereas Halton residents as part of the Mississauqa-Halto'n LHIN__~!~__\_(L)
receiving $272 less per resident in provincial funding for local hospital ;
services when compared to the average Ontarian, whichtranslattH:f'inlo-a"--j'"
$272 million annual operating funding gap for local hospital servicesj'-"--r--"
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Whereas more than four million Ontarians living in high growth
communities are receiving $193 less per resident for provincially funded
local social services when compared to the average Ontarian, which
translates into a $641.9 million annual operating funding gap for local
provincially funded social services - and these provincial funding
inequities also worsening each year;
Whereas the Government of Ontario has acknowledged the growing
funding gaps for hospital services in high growth communities by
committing during the 2007 provincial election to provide $100 million in
additional annual operating funding to high growth hospitals;
Whereas the provision of $30 million in hospital growth funding for 2008/09
still means that the provincial funding gap for hospital care continues to
widen in high growth communities;
Whereas the Government of Ontario has announced that it is developing
and will implement a new Health Based Allocation Model (HBAM) to
allocate new health care resources to Local Health Integration Networks
based on patient care needs and to address health care funding inequities
in Ontario;
Be it resolved that in order to improve timely and local access to hospital
care in the Region of Halton and across high growth communities in
Ontario, the Halton Regional Council asks the Government of Ontario to:
1. Speed up implementation of the $100m hospital growth funding
commitment ensuring that growth funding is targeted to high growth
hospitals and provide growth funding for social services
2. Quickly implement "Health Based Allocation Model" (HBAM) i.e.,
population-needs-based-funding for provincial hospital and health
care ,services and develop a population-needs-based funding
formula for social services, and,
3. Develop a health care and social services growth plan for Ontario
high growth communities to complement Places to Grow,
And that this resolution is forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister
of Health and Long-Term Care, the Minister of Finance, the MPPs in Halton
Region, High Growth Communities Mayors and Chairs, and the
Mississauga-Halton LHIN.
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As per the above resolution, please accept this correspondence as the required
.copy of the resolution.
Yours very truly,
Shelly van Empel
Legislative Administrator
Executive Services Dept.
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2009
DEAC ENVIRONMENTAL
ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
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Nominations are being accepted until March 2, 2009 for the Durham Environmental
Advisory Committee (DEAC) Environmental Achievement Awards. These annual
awards recognize efforts to promote, preserve and enhance Durham's environment.
The six award categories are:
George A. Scott Stewardship Award: for the maintenance, protection, or preservation
of the natural environment.
Dr. J. Murray Speirs Restoration Award: for the restoration of the natural environment.
Irene Kock Education/Communication Award: for effective communication, sharina
knowledge, or exhibiting leadership in helping others learn about the environment.
Eric Krause Innovative Plans/Policies/Initiatives Award: for innovative efforts to
encourage positive change with respect to the environment.
Jessica Markland Partnerships Award: for cooperative efforts to enhance the
environment involving public, community or private interests.
Evylin Stroud Lifetime Achievement Award: for the continued promotion of the
protection of the environment, through small, but meaningful ways.
To nominate an individual or organization please submit a nomination form to:
Ms. Lori Riviere-Doersam
Planning Department, Region of Durham
Box 623, 605 Rossland Road East
Whitby, Ontario, L 1 N 6A3
Phone: 905-668-7711, Fax: 905-666-6208
E-mail: deac@durham.ca
Nomination forms are available at www.durham.ca or by contacting the above.
Since 2003, awards have been presented to a number of individuals and organizations
for their environmental efforts, including:
. The Rotary Club of Port Perry
. Henry Street High School
. Durham Children's Groundwater Festival
. Beaverton and District Conservation Club
. Uxbridge Naturally
. Durham Region Field Naturalists
. Hawk Ridge Farms
. Valleys 2000
. Frenchman's Bay Watershed Rehabilitation Project
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Re:
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information and made several recommendations with respect to bottled water. Committee proposed
two amendments to the staff recommendation which appear in bold below. The following resolution,
as amended, was enacted by Council at its January 26,2009 meeting.
The recommendation in the staff report was amended to the following (amendments in
bold):
Whereas Durham Region supplies safe, high quality drinking water to the Town of Ajax and
its residents; and,
Whereas plastic beverage containers are often found to be littered when not collected and
recycled as part of the curbside Blue Box Recycling Program; and,
Whereas the Deposit Return System in Ontario with respect to the collection of beer, wine
and spirit bottles has been successful; and,
Whereas Provincial Deposit Return Programs have shown to consistently increase
redemption rates by providing incentives for consumers to return single-use beverage
containers and a disincentive to litter them;
Be it Resolved That the Town of Ajax will not provide bottled water at council, committee
and public meetings; and,
That staff will continue to develop anti-littering strategies and relevant educational
programming initiatives, work with stakeholders and user groups to promote the use of
reusable containers as well as consider the creation of "bottled water free zones" in Town
facilities where determined practical; and,
That staff report back on the feasibility of instituting a pilot project to establish a
"bottle free area" and the appropriate location therefore; and,
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That reusable, eco-friendly, non-toxic beverage containers be sold at the Ajax Community
Center, McLean Community Center, Town Hall and other areas determined appropriate by
staff and that the Town provide unlimited "free refills" of tap water for those using reusable
containers; and
That the Town of Ajax request that the Ministry of the Environment consider creating a
Deposit Return Program in Ontario to complement the Blue Box Recycling Program in order
to increase the redemption rate of single-use beverage containers; and,
That the staff report entitled "Bottled Water" and recommendations contained therein
be forwarded to the Durham Region Works Committee, the Durham Climate Change
Advisory Committee and the Durham Environmental Advisory Committee to consider
a Regional subsidy program for eco-friendly, reusable beverage containers; and,
That this resolution be forwarded to the Ministry of the Environment, Ministry of Municipal
Affairs and Housing, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority, the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, M.P. Mark
Holland, M.P.P. Joe Dickson and all municipalities in Durham Region.
A copy of the staff report that prompted this action has also been enclosed. If you require any
additional information do not hesitate to contact me at 906-619-2529 ext 342 or
blair.labelle@townofaiax.com. Thank you for your kind consideration.
Sincerely,
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Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk
copy: Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Association of Municipalities of Ontario
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority
Mark Holland, M.P.
Joe Dickson, M.P.P.
All Durham Region Municipalities
Durham Region Works Committee
Durham Climate Change Advisory Committee
Durham Environmental Advisory Committee
I OWN OF AJAX
REPORT
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Martin de Rond
Director of Legislative and Information Services / Town Clerk
Blair Labelle
Manager of Legislative Services / Deputy Clerk
Bottled Water
Prepared By:
Subject:
Ward(s):
All
Date of Meeting:
January 22, 2008
September 23, 2008 General Government Committee Report to Council
Reference:
Recommendation:
WHEREAS Durham Region supplies safe, high quality drinking water to the Town of Ajax and its
residents; and,
WHEREAS, plastic beverage containers are often found to be littered when not collected and recycled
as part of the curbside Blue Box Recycling Program; and,
WHEREAS the Deposit Return System in Ontario with respect to the collection of beer, wine and spirit
bottles has been successful; and,
WHEREAS Provincial Deposit Return Programs have shown to consistently increase redemption rates
by providing incentives for consumers to return single-use beverage containers and a disincentive to
litter them;
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Town of Ajax will not provide bottled water at council, committee and
public meetings; and,
THAT staff will continue to develop anti-littering strategies and relevant educational programming
initiatives, work with stakeholders and user groups to promote the use of reusable containers as well
as consider the creation of "bottled water free zones" in Town facilities where determined practical; and,
THAT reusable, eco-friendly, non-toxic beverage containers be sold at the Ajax Community Center,
McLean Community Center, Town Hall and other areas determined appropriate by staff and that the
Town provide unlimited "free refills" of tap water for those using reusable containers; and,
THAT the Town of Ajax request that the Ministry of the Environment consider creating a Deposit Return
Program in Ontario to complement the Blue Box Recycling Program in order to increase the redemption
rate of single-use beverage containers; and,
THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Ministry of the Environment, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and
Housing, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority,
the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, M.P. Mark Holland, M.P.P. Joe Dickson, the Region
of Durham and all municipalities in Durham Region.
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Bottled Water
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Background:
On September 23, 2008 staff presented information to the General Government Committee regarding
potential regulations for bottled water. Recently, some local municipal jurisdictions and school boards
have either imposed a ban on the sale of bottled water at their facilities or regulated its use. Staff
highlighted general arguments central to the debate and provided information with respect to regulatory
models employed by other jurisdictions. Staff were directed to report back with further information and
make recommendations relative to the feasibility of imposing restrictions on bottled water at Town
facilities.
Discussion:
In general, bottled water has grown in popularity since its inception. Recent studies have shown,
however, that it may be experiencing a relative decrease in popularity in non developing markets when
compared to the past several years. According to Beverage Digest, a publication covering the non-
alcoholic beverage industry, bottled water sales grew less than 1 % in the first half of 2008. This is
following a double and triple-digit annual growth rate over the past decade. This "slowdown" may be
attributed to a number of factors, including the economy, market maturity as well as environmental
concerns that have been raised with respect to the production, consumption and disposal of the product.
According to a review by Statistics Canada in 2006, - one in every three households in Canada use
bottled water as their main source of drinking water. Consumption outside of the home continues to be
popular as many feel that single-use beverage containers provide for a convenient method with which
to remain hydrated. In 2007, 569 cases of bottled water were sold at Town operated concessions and
vending machines, netting $8,237 in revenue. Despite being introduced to the market as a healthy
beverage option, some have expressed concerns about bottled water relative to public safety, energy
consumption, littering, waste and recycling.
Water Quality Control Standards
Due to infrequent occurrences where water supply systems have either been contaminated or
compromised, jurisdictions responsible for the provision of drinking water have created highly detailed
processes to ensure that water quality is regularly monitored and treated accordingly. The Region of
Durham's water system is maintained in accordance with the provincial Drinking-Water Systems
Regulation 170/03 which requires continuous online monitoring as well as frequent sampling analysis.
Durham's municipal water system is the first in Ontario to be accredited to all three relevant ISO
standards and water quality reports are made available to the public on an annual basis.
Refreshments Canada, an organization that serves the bottled beverage industry, acknowledges that
many beverage manufacturers use municipal water as a raw material to produce their end product.
Some bottled water manufacturers use underground-sourced water while others use municipal water
which is filtered to lower the mineral content and remove chemicals such as cholorine. Bottled water is
regulated and controlled as a food product by Health Canada and monitored by the Canadian Food
Inspection Agency. The Canadian Bottled Water Association (CBWA) sponsors a quality assurance
program establishing regulatory measures for its members beyond those legislated by government.
Unannounced plant inspections occur annually as a component of the "Model Code" which investigates
water sourcing through to the packaged product. To date, Health Canada claims that "illnesses caused
by bottled water are very rare in Canada because it is treated, disinfected and monitored to ensure the
absence of harmful organisms." Health Canada also suggests that no waterborne disease outbreaks
in Canada can be associated with the consumption of bottled water. As a result, bottled water is often
used by emergency services personnel and in disaster-relief planning.
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Energy and Water Consumption
Various forms of energy are used to produce, package and distribute bottled water. In effect, any
commercial product requires various forms of energy to manufacture and transport, bottled water just
happens to be one of them. Some argue that the energy used to create and distribute bottled water is
superfluous as municipal water is readily accessible and less costly. Energy is used to manufacture the
bottles, fill them, move them to retail outlets, refrigerate them at the stores or in homes and recycle
them if they are captured through a recycling program. It has also been suggested that scarce
watershed resources may be further depleted by those who produce bottled water. The Pacific Institute,
an independent research organization, estimates that in 2006, three liters of water were used to produce
every one liter of bottled water in the United States. Similar statistics have also been suggested for other
beverages on the market. Some claim that there are too few governmental regulations in place to
restrict beverage producers from taxing both groundwater and municipal water delivery systems.
Beverage manufacturers generally work through water conservation management programs in an
attempt to safeguard the resource for which they are dependant. Water extraction in Canada is
regulated by the Ministry of the Environment through the Ontario Water Resources Act and the Water
Taking and Transfer Regulation. The CBW A estimates that the bottled water industry in Canada uses
less that 1 % of all annual water withdrawals in Canada. Industry representatives claim that more water
is used in the bottling of other consumer beverages such as juice and pop than in the production of
bottled water. According to the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, commercial bottled water production
in Ontario accounts for less than 0.0014% of all water used by other permitted users including
commercial, agricultural, industrial and recreational.
Public Safety
Notwithstanding the energy debate, the beverage industry agrees that municipal water systems provide
the public with an ideal source of drinking water. Manufacturers suggest that bottled water is not
"competing" with tap water and that it should be viewed merely as one beverage option available to
consumers at point-of-sale. In many cases, consumers prefer the option of bottled water over juice, pop,
coffee or sports drinks because it is calorie-free. Due to growing concerns regarding obesity and
adverse health effects attributed to unhealthy food choices, water remains an option which can be
viewed to compliment a healthy, active lifestyle.
Reusable beverage containers refilled with tap water can provide an efficient and cost effective way of
ensuring easy access to drinking water. The trend towards use of reusable beverage containers is
growing in schools, gyms and in the workplace. Such portable products are marketed as cost effective,
convenient and safe for the environment. Habitual use of reusable containers avoids the unnecessary
consumption of single-use PET (polyethylene therephthalate) bottles. Certain studies have suggested
that as PET bottles break down overtime, toxins can be leached into the contained beverage, especially
when stored in environments prone to extreme fluctuations in temperature. This process is applicable
to any PET bottle regardless of the beverage contained therein. Health Canada suggests that there is
"no scientific basis" to support the theory that a harmful amount of chemicals are released by PET
bottles when subject to extreme temperatures. Even though the Environment and Plastics Industry
Council (EPIC) suggests that PET beverage containers are safe for reuse if washed and dried properly,
most manufacturers recommend they be used only once and recycled.
Concerns have also been raised over the use of bisphenol-A (BP A), an organic compound used in many
polycarbonate (hard plastic) containers. This chemical is notfound in single-use beverage bottles. Some
suggest that prolonged use could have negative health effects, specifically for infants and young
children. Although the plastics industry has defended the use of BPA, Canada has imposed a ban on
the import and sale of baby bottles containing the chemical. Many manufacturers, including Nalgene
Outdoor Products, have ceased production of reusable containers manufactured using BPA.
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Litter, Waste and Recycling
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In most cases PET beverage containers are 100% recyclable, however, some are found to be littered
and others end up in landfill sites. According to a study by the Region of Durham in 2003, beverage
packaging (ie. soft drinks and other beverage containers) comprised 13% of all litter in the Region. This
rate has likely grown as both population density and the global production of single-use beverage
packaging as been steadily increasing. The Town of Ajax responds to litter in a number of ways. Town
staff run dedicated litter patrols and monitor problem areas' on a daily basis. Garbage bins in sports
fields are maintained weekly and the appropriate resources are allocated in order to respond to special
events. The Town runs a variety of anti-litter events including the Earth Day Spring Clean-up Challenge,
Adopt-a-Park, Trail or Green Space, the Mayor's 20 Minute Makeover and other initiatives held in
conjunction with Ajax Green Living Days or otherwise run as stand alone initiatives.
Consideration will be given to develop further educational opportunities, including the creation of "bottled
water free zones" within Town facilities. Staff will also continue to work with user groups in order to
promote the use of non-toxic reusable containers. A public space recycling pilot program is currently
being considered for implementation in 2009. The pilot, fully funded through a site plan approval
condition, would result in the placement of four outdoor recycling stations at strategic locations across
the waterfront. The receptacles would be serviced twice per week during the summer and once per
week during the winter. Further information on the program will be presented to a forthcoming meeting
of the General Government Committee.
Curbside Collection
According to Waste Diversion Ontario (WOO), the overall curbside collection rate for recyclable
materials in 2006 was 63.5%, however, only 22.1 % of plastic packaging generated in Ontario was
collected through the Blue Box Program. There is no data to determine redemption rates for water
bottles as they are not tracked apart from other PET beverage containers. It has been suggested that
50-55% of all PET bottles consumed in the GTAin 2006 were recovered through the Blue Box Program.
Beverage containers, in particular, have always been a challenge for curbside programs as consumption
often occurs outside of the house in areas where recyclables may not be collected. This is also a
challenge for multi-residential complexes as only 60% of its residents have access to a recycling
system. Where there is no access to recycling, beverage containers and other recyclable materials are
typically collected through the waste stream and end up in landfills. EPIC estimates that in 2002, only
31 % of all plastic beverage bottles generated in Ontario were recovered.
Although PET bottles only account for 4% of recyclable materials collected in the Blue Box, they
consume a great deal of space within the boxes and collection vehicles. Durham Region no longer
collects oversized PET containers (6 liter containers and above) due to the additional transportation and
processing costs required to handle them. Paper products, which account for the majority of recyclable
materials collected through the Blue Box Program, take up less space and require less energy to
transport. Regional recycling centers are equipped to sort and process average size PET containers,
however, there is a substantial municipal cost in doing so. The Blue Box Program is operated as a 50/50
cost sharing program with municipalities and the printed paper-packaging industry splitting the bill. WOO
data calls for 2007 indicate that the overall cost of Durham Region's Blue Box Program was nearly
$13.5 million dollars, with $7.6 million dollars in revenue generated from the sale of recovered materials.
The cost of recycling programs will only increase as the industry continues to utilize plastic containers,
which are not nearly as marketable as aluminum cans and more costly to process.
In response to a recent request for comments by the Ministry of the Environment concerning a review
of the Blue Box Program, the Association of Municipalities in Ontario (AMO) in conjunction with the
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Municipal Waste Association (MWA) submitted several recommendations. They called for a
comprehensive, province-wide recycling program to be fully funded by the Industry Funding
Organization on behalf of the post consumer packaging and printed paper stewards. The submission
suggested the implementation of a curbside collection program that provides, at minimum, the same
evel of service as the current Blue Box Program. A multi-layered approach including the creation of a
deposit return system, a multi-residential collection strategy and a public space recycling program was
also recommended. Advocates of a full extended producer responsibility model suggest that if the
industry was responsible for all costs associated with the disposal of consumer products, the
environmental sustainability of product packaging would be greatly increased. It has been suggested
that by establishing targets and offering incentives for the production of goods that can be re-used or
easily recycled, all materials, including product packaging, would assume an inherent value rather than
labeled simply as "waste".
Bottle Deposit Return Programs
Over the past two decades, there have been numerous lobby efforts calling on the Province of Ontario
to establish a deposit return program for beverage containers. Several jurisdictions in the United States,
Europe and Canada have established"bottle bills" which impose refundable deposits on most beverage
containers ranging anywhere from 5 to 25 cents. In fact, every province in Canada has some form of
deposit return program for non-alcoholic beverage containers except Ontario and Manitoba (which both
rely strictly on curbside recycling programs). Recycling depots, redemption centers or reverse vending
machines situated in designated retail locations provide refunds for used containers returned by
consumers. The retailers and redemption centers are then refunded by the bottlers. Unredeemed
deposits for containers recycled through a deposit program can be shared by the bottler to offset costs
associated with managing the program, and the government, which can use them to fund other
environmental initiatives. According to a study by EPIC, the average recovery rate for beverage bottles
in Canada where deposit return programs exist is nearly double that of non-deposit model jurisdictions.
The deposit program in Ontario with respect to beer, wine and spirit bottles has proven to be very
successful. The beer bottle return rate in 2007 was 93% and the wine and spirit bottle return program,
launched in February of 2007, has already achieved a 61 % return rate.
There are several benefits that can be attributed to deposit programs. Bottle Bill legislation typically
mandates an affiliated board, agency or commission to oversee an industry-led program which, in turn,
creates employment and stimulates capital manufacturing. Deposit models provide incentives for
recycling from both the public and private sectors as well as a disincentive to litter and waste. In Alberta,
over 200 Bottle Depots located across the province processed over 1.6 billion beverage containers in
- 2007, diverting nearly 50 million kilograms of recyclable material away from landfills. The return rate for
all beverage containers, including plastics and PET bottles in Alberta in 2007, was greater than
70%.There is no government funding provided to the Bottle Depot program, depot operators and
beverage manufacturers fund the full cost of the program. Manufacturers pick up the containers from
the depots and reimburse the amount of deposits Pc;lid out to consumers as well as a handling fee for
each container collected. Saskatchewan, relying strictly on a deposit program, achieved an 85% return
rate in 2007. Other mature deposit model jurisdictions such as the Northwest Territories and Nova
Scotia achieved return rates upwards of 80%. A return-to-retail system is another model prevalent in
Europe as well as in Quebec. This model is based on the use of "reverse vending machines" in various
retail locations. These machines process used beverage containers, return a deposit to the consumer
and store the bottles until collected by the manufacturer. Retailers have historically resisted this model
citing challenges with respect to maintenance and operating costs as well as spatial limitations.
Blue Box recycling initiatives and deposit return programs should not be viewed as mutually exclusive.
Deposit programs target beverage containers, the one recyclable item that is often consumed outside
of the home. By providing an incentive for returning beverage containers to a recycling drop off facility,
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studies have shown that litter is reduced and diversion rates are increased. Such programs can also
be assumed to free up resources with respect to municipally funded collection and processing costs.
Although support for the Blue Box Program is proportionally funded by the industry, a deposit return
program can be completely funded by those who produce and consume the product. In areas where
there is access to both curbside recycling and deposit return programs, recovery rates for plastic
beverage bottles is substantially greater.
Update on Other Jurisdictions
Some municipalities and school boards have decided to impose regulations on bottled water in response
to many of the concerns noted above. The Region of Waterloo, Toronto and London have established
a ban on the sale of bottled water at all municipal facilities. The Council resolutions imposing the
prohibition also provide for direction to allocate resources towards improving water delivery
infrastructure. It is important to note that these bans relate only to the sale of bottled water. Staff and
the public are still permitted to use any single-use water bottle within a municipal facility as long as it
was purchased at their own expense. A schedule with which to phase in the bans was also incorporated
as part of the resolution which was structured around honoring existing supplier contracts. Recently, the
Province of Ontario as well as cities across the country including Cambridge, Windsor, Montreal,
Vancouver, Calgary and Winnipeg voted against a ban on the sale of bottled water.
Several jurisdictions including, St. Catharines, Vaughan, Owen Sound and Windsor have regulated the
use of bottled water at council, public and committee meetings, and in some cases, at events held in
locations where there is easy access to potable water. Other municipalities (including Ajax) typically
provide chilled tap water at council, public and committee meetings but do not necessarily have a
corporate policy or resolution of Council mandating the practice. The provision of tap water becomes
more challenging for events held in outdoor locations. !n the absence of water fountains and/or other
adequate refilling stations, bottled water becomes an optimal method of ensuring that attendees are
properly hydrated. The preferred alternative is the use of reusable containers. Education and
awareness is the primary method with which to promote the use of reusable beverage containers. In
order to further promote this best practice, staff are prepared to investigate the opportunity to make non-
toxic, eco-friendly, reusable beverage containers available for purchase at Town Hall and other Town
facilities as well as provide unlimited free refills of tap water for those using them. Appropriate
messaging can be printed on the containers as well as the Town's logo.
Education and awareness strategies relative to litter, energy conservation, recycling and environmental
sustainability are seen by some to be the most practical solutions to concerns about bottled water.
Although a recommendation to ban bottled water sales was rejected by Vancouver, the city launched
a campaign promoting the use of municipal water and reusable containers. Toronto, Guelph,
Mississauga and numerous other jurisdictions have established communication efforts in an attempt to
provide information to consumers so they can make an educated choice. In general, most of the
information campaigns are focused on promoting municipal water and environmental sustainability
rather than presenting any potentially negative impacts associated with the use of bottled water.
Financial Implications:
A detailed investigation regarding the cost of reusable beverage containers has not yet been initiated,
however, it is estimated that they would be purchased and sold for roughly $8 each. The Town may
chose to consider partially subsidizing this cost. At first, staff would order a limited supply in order to
assess the demand. Providing free refills of these containers at Town concessions will involve staff
assistance, but is not intended to be a cost item. The level of service required to provide refills is
estimated to have a minimal impact on staff. Additional financial impacts relative to education and
awareness campaigns would be budgeted accordingly by the departments responsible.
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Communication Issues:
As noted, staff will continue to develop environmental educational programming and events to coincide
with Ajax Green Living Days. Staff will also investigate additional opportunities to work with the Region
of Durham and other partners to promote the use of tap water, reusable containers and water
conservation in general. Further investigation will occur with respect to determining the feasibility of
creating "bottled water free zones" within certain areas of Town facilities. Staff will ensure that the
necessary and appropriate communications are extended to staff and the public.
Conc!usion:
Many environmental issues today can be found to result from unnecessary consumption. The rather
recent debate over bottled water is no different. The bottled water industry and environmentalists alike
will generally agree that tap water is considered to be a safe source of drinking water. Bottlers suggest
that their product is simply one of many consumer beverages currently available. If the debate were
simply a comparison on the cost effectiveness of tap water versus bottled water, there is no doubt that
the former represents the smarter consumer choice. The practice of filling a reusable bottle with tap
water rather than purchasing bottled water when outside of the home is something that may be
increased through public education. The issue, however, is also relative to consumer demand. Some
suggest that a prohibition on the sale of bottled water would urge consumers to use a refillable
container. Others maintain that in the absence of bottled water, consumers would likely purchase an
alternative product which may be less healthy for them. It is also highly likely that this alternative product
would be contained within a single-use beverage container. The results of prohibitions on the sale of
bottled water are difficult to determine because they are a relatively recent phenomenon.
It was not the intent of this review to conclude whether bottled water poses a threat to public safety. If
it were, a review of other products packaged in PET single-use containers available for sale at Town
facilities would also need to be investigated. The littering of bottled water and beverage containers is
an issue affecting the Town of Ajax as well as every other municipality. A steady increase in the global
production of plastic beverage containers and the growing intensification of our population presents a
real challenge. The solution is one where responsibility must be shared by industry, government and
the public. As with other environmental issues, education is one of the most effective ways to effect
change at every level. The Town invests municipal funds in cleaning up litter and towards developing
education and awareness campaigns. Although public space recycling programs can often be costly
and challenging to administer, the proposed waterfront pilot program may better determine the overall
feasibility of such an initiative if it were to be extended to other public areas.
The provision of tap water over bottled water at council, committee and public meetings is a logical
practice. In most cases, tap water is easily accessible and can be used in place of bottled water. Staff
will promote the use of reusable beverage containers when communicating information regarding public
events as well as review the potential of creating "bottled water free zones" within Town facilities.
Furthermore, by selling reusable containers in areas where bottled water is typically used and discarded,
consumers will be presented with an environmentally and economically sound option to consider when
purchasing a beverage. Staff will also continue to monitor problem areas to ensure that recycling
receptacles are strategically placed in order to assist in the reduction of litter.
Above and beyond corporate practices, a provincially run deposit return system is a proven model to
increase recycling and diversion rates while decreasing litter. When combined with a curbside collection
program, redemption rates of all recyclable materials has been shown to increase. The deposit model
is a relevant proposal as it not only focuses on bottled water but also on other beverages sold in single-
use containers. Most Ontarians have access to the Blue Box Program. This mature, well-entrenched
curbside collection program can only stand to benefit from the creation of a deposit return system.
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The recommendations made in this report were unanimously supported by Town management staff,
the Town of Ajax Recreation, Arts and Culture Advisory Committee as well as the Environmental
Advisory Committee.
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Blair Labelle, Manager of Legislative Services, Deputy Clerk
, Director of Legislative and Information Services, Town Clerk
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M. de Rond, Clerk, Town of Ajax
P.L. Barrie, Clerk, Municipality of Clarington
S. Kranc, Clerk, City of Oshawa
D. Wilcox, Clerk, City of Pickering
K. Coates, Clerk, Township of Scugog
D. Leroux, Clerk, Township of Uxbridge
P. Jones, Clerk, Town of Whitby
Dear Sir/Madam:
Subject:
Long Term Aquatic and Wildlife Monitoring Programs;
and 2006/2007 Aquatic Monitorina Reports
The Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority Board of Directors at its meeting held
January 20, 2009 passed the following resolution:
"THAT Staff Report #4777-09 be received;
THAT the Wildlife Monitoring Program (Long Term) be received and endorsed;
THAT the .Aquatic Monitoring Program (2009-2013) be received and endorsed;
THAT the Aquatic Monitoring Program 2006 Annual Report be received and endorsed;
THAT the Aquatic Monitoring Program 2007 Annual Report be received and endorsed; and,
. THAT the above noted reports be forwarded to the Authority's member municipalities."
Enclosed are the reports referenced in the resolution above.
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February 3, 2009
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RE: Do Not Call List
I applaud the government and the CRTC for their initiative in addressing
unwarranted and annoying phone calls from companies soliciting
unwanted business. I have registered all my telephones numbers on the
national Do Not Call List. However, I am extremely frustrated and upset
that I am still receiving many calls and have not really noticed any
decrease in calls.
On January 2ih , at 3: 15 pm, I received a call from a recorded message
from the Ontario Consumer Credit Assistance office asking me to complete
a short survey involving three questions. I participated in the survey to
obtain the company's telephone number so I could file a complaint.
After the survey call, I contacted this company, which is located at 188
Wilkinson Ave, Unit 11, Brampton, Ontario, L6T 4W9, telephone
1.866.873.6222 and spoke with the manager, Mr. Mike Comrie. I informed
him that I was on the National Do Not Call list and was offended at
receiving this phone call. I was informed that surveys are excluded from
the list and that this message was approved by the CRTC. Your website
indicates that organizations conducting market research, surveys, or public
opinion polls are not required to keep their own specific do not call lists
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to surveys, as it is truly circumventing the true spirit of the Do Not Call List.
These calls are annoying, harassing and truly unwanted as they are
normally conducted during the evening dinner hour interrupting precious
family time. I would appreciate hearing your comments to resol.ve this
huge gap in the Do Not Call List program.
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Dear Mr. Ryan,
Please accept this letter of support to the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and its position in relation to the critical issue
of American Protectionism currently being considered in U.S. Government.
. You are encouraged to include our letter in any and all future steps to raise awareness to this issue and effect change.
Regards,
The Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade
For more information, please contact:
Dave Stell
Communica tions Specialist
Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade
(905) 686-0883 ext. 229
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The Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade would like to express that it is deeply disturbed by
the "Buy American" provisions in the economic stimulus packages that have recently
been introduced in the U.S. Congress and Senate. This Bill will require that only
American steel andiron be used in public works and public building projects and has
been further amended by the Senate to include manufactured goods. Each of these
actions threatens to worsen the economic conditions that exist today.
History has shown us that protectionist strategies such as these will simply
accelerate the decline of the economy. Many economists agree that strategies such
as the Smoot-Hawley tariff, introduced by the U.S. in 1930, actually provoked the
heightened global protectionism that led us deeper into the Great Depression.
About 55 per cent of the goods made in Canada are sold to the U.S., but our nation
is also one of the most significant consumers of U.S. products. Many ofthe members
of our Board of Trade not only buy American goods and equipment in the course of
their daily business, but they provide the commodities, equipment and technology
that help U.S. manufacturers to remain competitive at a global level.
We respectfully encourage representatives of the U.S. government to re-think these
actions that could cause lasting damage to one of the most valuable trading
partnerships the world has ever known.
By working together in a spirit of cooperation, we can emerge from the economic
crisis stronger than ever.
John G. Smith
President,
Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade
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Dear Canadian Chamber of Commerce member:
As you are probably aware, an economic stimulus package, drafted by the U.S.
administration, is making its way through Congress. A number of amendments made by
the House of Representatives and the Senate could have a negative impact on Canadian
businesses. By applying strict "Buy American" provisions to some
government procurement projects. These provisions mandate the use of only U.S.
suppliers in these projects.
The bill passed by Congress last night had "Buy American" provisions attached to steel
and iron used in public works and public building projects. It is being further amended by
the Senate to include manufactured goods and health information technology. This
could shut-out Canadian companies from U.S. procurement projects. It could also result
in other countries implementing similar measures. Protectionism will not help the
world weather the current economic storm.
For federal-level procurement, the United States is bound to
international obligations forbidding such practices. However, the state level is not tied to
these rules, even though they allow Canadian and other foreign companies to participate
in the procurement market. Normally when "Buy American" provisions are applied to
procurement projects, foreign companies can participate in the market if:
1. it is in the public's best interest to use a foreign supplier;
2. there is a lack of supply in the U.S. market; or
3. domestic suppliers are more costly than foreign companies (the general range
is between 6% - 12% differential in cost).
Attached to the stimulus money flowing to the state-level governments are stricter "Buy
American" provisions. The third exception is being amended to award a procurement
contract to a U.S. supplier unless it will increase the project cost by more than 25 percent.
This gives U.S. suppliers a substantial advantage over foreign competition, virtually
blocking Canadian companies from the market.
Unfortunately, a number of countries are erecting barriers to trade as part of their
responses to the global recession. The impact of the United States Congress becoming
more protectionist would inevitably be to fuel retaliatory measures in other countries that
would delay economic recovery. It is exactly the wrong way to fight the recession and
will harm both Canadian and U.S. companies.
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Canadian companies are active in the U.S. procurement market. We encourage members
to work with your suppliers, customers, and if applicable, parent subsidiaries in the
United States and to encourage them to actively speak out against these new
provisions by contacting their local Senator. The stimulus bill is moving fast through
Congress. The time to act is now.
If you have any questions or comments, please don't hesitate to contact our office.
Sincerely,
Perrin Beatty
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Chaitanya Kalevar Uust1world@gmail.com]
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Roberts, Linda; Shields, Debbie; Wilcox, Debi
Re: Delegation request
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Dear Ms Roberts:
Thank you for the letter confirming me as a delegation for February Council meeting.
Please include the attachment as part of my presentation for Tuesday's Council Meeting.
Please also include it for the councillors and the City's website!
I thank you for an accountable and transparent government!
Chai
On Tue, Feb 10, 2009 at 11 :39 AM, Roberts, Linda <lrobertsUV,citvofpickering.com> wrote:
Please see attached letter.
Linda Roberts
Committee Coordinator
Clerk's Division
City of Pickering
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Contribution Profile of Pickering Councillors
Contributors
Corporations
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Unions
Mayor Dave Ryan
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RC2 - Bill M~Lean
16K-83%
3K - 15%
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C2 - Doug Dickerson
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RC3 - Rick Johnson
32K - 87%
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C3 - David Pickles
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This is as dear case of dem.ocracy for the p'eople~ by the people and of the people c{)iJi]verted to
democracy for the corporations, by the corporations andofthe corporations!
OLD BOYS NETWORK - solidarity for ever!
I'lease note the 1\1ayor and 3 (:oliJutiHm::s did! [t(J![ pilt :ili ~ert.t of titl::ir 0"\'>>1 in cmltdhutioilS!
Corporations do not favour women very much!
What a political statement on corporate sexism! WOW! WOW! And WOW!
There are at best only two really independent councilors! Both are from Ward I! Congrats Ladies!
Hats Off to the Ladies!
Wilcox, Debi
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Wilcox, Debi; Shields, Debbie
FW: Durham Community Support Pickering
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From: PFLAG Canada - Regional Directors Ontario [mailfo:region3@pflagcanada.ca]
Sent: January 30,2009 1:01 AM
To: Mayor Web Email; Littley, Bonnie, Councillor; McLean, Bill, Councillor; Johnson, Rick, Councillor; O'Connell, Jennifer,
Councillor; Dickerson, Doug, Councillor; Pickles, David, Councillor
Cc: Region3@pflagcanada.ca; Clerks Web Email
Subject: Durham Community Support Pickering
To the elected Board Members of City of Pickering,
MAYOR DAVE RYAN and MEMBERS OF COUNCIL, AND COUNCIL APPOINTEES,
Pickering, Ontario January 29th 2009
RE: Proclamation of the International Day Against Homophobia
on 17 May 2009, and raising the Rainbow Flag
For the next edition of the International Day Against Homophobia on May 17, PFLAG Canada and Pride Durham
Inc, which works within local and regional communities, invites the City of Pickering to make a meaningful gesture to
combat homophobia and discrimination based on sexual orientation.
A privileged moment to set up initiatives to fight against homophobia, this theme day calls out to the public and workers in
all communities as well as those actively involved in civil society. Legislators, governments, and municipal administrators
are also invited to this large annual gathering of forces.
We therefore request the City of Pickering to pass a resolution proclaiming May 17 as the International Day Against
Homophobia at its next meeting. With each year more and more municipal officials in Canada are using this day to send
out to their fellow citizens a message of tolerance, openness, and hope.
The second effort we propose consists in raising the Rainbow Flag on one of the municipality's flagpoles on May 17.
Representing sexual minorities' victories and struggles for equality, this flag is an international symbol of gay, lesbian,
bisexual, transgender and transsexual (LGBT) communities.
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Jayme Harper & Julie DeMarchi
Regional Directors - Region 3 Ontario
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Dear Debi,
The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association has designated the week of May 3rd to
9th of this year as National Hospice Palliative Care Week 2009.
As you know, the Hospice program provides trained volunteers to support persons facing
advanced illness, death or bereavement and their families.
As in the past, we ask for your assistance in promoting our work by proclaiming May 3rd
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Mayor David Ryan
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I am writing on behalf of TESL Ontario (Teachers of English as a Second Language) to invite you to
take part in our Ontario wide initiative and declare the week of December 6 - 12, 2009 English as a
Second Language Week in your region. Given the diversity of your population, we hope you Will grant
us this request. In 2008 twenty two municipalities declared English as a Second Language Week.
For 36 years, TESL Ontario has held its Annual Conference to provide professional development for
educators, administrators, students and volunteers who work with immigrants, refugees, citizens, and
visitors, all who wish to improve their ability to communicate in English. This year, our conference
'Language for a Crlanging World' will be held December 10 - 12, 2009 and we will be honoured If
representatives of your council can participate.
Last year's TESL Ontario conference attracted 1600 registrants. Our members travel from across the
province and beyond to attend workshops, research symposia, our technology fair and publishers'
displays. For many of us, this annual journey to Toronto marks a time when we can share our
experiences, expand our skills, and reaffirm the positive contribution that our province makes to
diversity.
Having established a set of criteria to ensure measurable qualifications among ESL professionals,
TESL Ontario, a non-profit organization, ensures that training institutions offering teacher training meet
tile highest standards. As we demand the best qualifications of our members, and the best in training
from our teaching programs, we offer the best in second language education to our students, who in
turn, contribute a wealth of knowledge and experience to our communities.
Attached, please find our suggested wording of the proclamation. If you have any suggestions or
comments as to the content of this document, please contact our Executive Director, Renate Tilson at
416-593-4243 ext 4.
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the municipal mayors, local MPs and MPPs of Durham Region.
Our "Mayors & Members" evening will begin with a mix and mingle at 5:30 p.m.; dinner at 6:30 p.m.;
followed by the evening's program.
The home building industry is a major component of life in our local municipalities and I hope that
you will take the time to recognize the significance of our industry by joining us on March 17th as
we launch New Homes Month in Durham Region.
With this in mind, it is requested that your municipality declares April 2009 as "New Homes
Month" in recognition of new home construction and home ownership as a basic factor in our
economic progress and the quality of our lives. I am enclosing a sample Proclamation which, if
approved by your council, could be brought with you that evening.
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declare April 2009 as "New Homes Month" in your municipality.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
February 17, 2009
a) REPORT PD 2009-03 OF THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
P & D Pages
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1. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 09-09
Grand Oak Homes (Eastern Division) Ltd.
Plan of Subdivision 40M-1488
Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision
39-41
RECOMMENDATION
1. That Report PD 09-09 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding the
Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision 40M-1488 be received;
2. That the highways being Alpine Lane, Wildwood Crescent (formerly Forsyth
Lane), Hollyhedge Drive and Major Oaks Road within Plan 40M-1488 be
assumed for public use;
3. That the services required by the Subdivision Agreement relating to Plan
40M-1488, 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; and
4. That the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to
Plan 40M-1488 be released and removed from title.
2. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 10-09 42-64
Comments on the final report Size and Location of Urban Growth Centres in the
Greater Golden Horseshoe, prepared by the Ontario Growth Secretariat, Ministry of
EnerQvand Infrastructure, November 2008
RECOMMENDATION
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1. That Report PO 10-09 of the Director, Planning & Development, regarding
the report Size and Location of Urban Growth Centres in the Greater Golden
Horseshoe, prepared by the Ontario Growth Secretariat, Ministry of Energy
and Infrastructure November 2008, be received; and
2. Further, that as part of the conformity exercise for the Provincial Growth Plan
through the Pickering Official Plan Review, the Planning & Development
Department take appropriate follow up action to:
a) delineate the precise Urban Growth Centre (UGC) boundary, and
b) establish land use designations and corresponding policies to define the
specific types and densities of uses in the UGC which support and
encourage development envisioned by the Growth Plan.
3. Director, Planning & Development, Report PO 11-09 65-94
Final Rouge River Watershed Plan
Comments on Rouge River Watershed Plan: Towards a Healthy and Sustainable
Future and Implementation Guide, prepared by the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority
RECOMMENDATION
1. That Report PO 11-09 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding the
Final Rouge River Watershed Plan, be received;
2. That the Final Rouge River Watershed Plan: Towards a Healthy and
Sustainable Future and Implementation Guide, be received; and
3. Further, that City staff be authorized to work with the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority (TRCA) to implement the recommendations of the
Rouge River Watershed Plan, appropriate to the City of Pickering.
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February 17, 2009
COMMITTEE REPORTS
b) REPORT EC 2009-02 OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Executive Pages
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. 1. (Acting) Chief Administrative Officer, Report CAO 02-09 1-6
Sustainable Pickering
-2008 Update and 2009 Work Proqram
RECOMMENDATION
1. That Council receive Report CAO 02-09 of the (Acting) Chief Administrative
Officer providing an update on the 2008 Sustainable Pickering initiative and
2009 work program;
2. That Council authorize staff and the Sustainable Pickering Advisory
Committee to continue to work on the City's Sustainable Pickering initiative
with the continued assistance in 2009 of Durham Sustain Ability as outlined
in this Report; and
3. That Council agree to the City's participation in "Earth Hour" on March 28,
2009 and authorize staff and the Sustainable Pickering Advisory Committee
to take the appropriate actions to engage residents, business and institutions
to also participate in this event.
2. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 01-09 7 -28
City Policy ADM 060
-Records Manaqement Policv
RECOMMENDATION
1. That Report CS 01-09 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be
received;
2. That Policy ADM 060 Records Management Policy, be approved; and
3. That the appropriate officials be given the authority to give effect thereto.
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3. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 02-09 29-31
Section 357/358 of the Municipal Act - Adiustment to Taxes
RECOMMENDATION
1. That Report CS 02-09 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be
received;
2. That the write-offs oftaxes as provided under Section 357/358 of the
. Municipal Act, 2001 be approved; and,
3. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
necessary action to give effect thereto.
4. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 08-09 32-43
Telus Mobility Lease Renewal
Sideline 24. Between Hiqhwav 7 and Hiqhwav 407
RECOMMENDATION
1. That Report OES 08-09 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services
be received; and
2. That the Mayor and the Clerk be authorized to execute a lease renewal
agreement with TM Mobile Inc. ("Telus") substantially on the terms set out in
this Report.
5. Proclamation - Black History Month
RECOMMENDATION
That the month of February be proclaimed Black History Month in the City of
Pickering and that the Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity
be so advised.
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February 17, 2009
BY -LAWS
6934/09
Being a by-law to dedicate Block 12, Plan 40M-1502,
Pickering as public highway (Fawndale Road). (By-law
attached)
6935/09
Being a by-law to appoint By-law Enforcement Officers for
the purpose of enforcing parking restrictions on private
property. (By-law attached)
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To:
Debi Wilcox
City Clerk
January 26, 2009
From: Denise Bye
Supervisor, Property & Development Services
Copy: Director, Planning & Development
Division Head, Municipal Property & Engineering
Supervisor, Development Control
Subject: Request for Road Dedication By-law
Owner: Germaine Facundo Bonada Rosas
Reserve Block 12, Plan 40M-1502 (Fawndale Road)
LD 189/07
File: Roadded.508
The Owner has applied to sever Part of Lot 33, Range 3, BFC, into 2 lots through Land Division
Application LD 189/07. In order to ensure the orderly development of these lots, the reserve block
referred to was placed fronting the subject lands. One of the conditions of that land severance
application was for the reserve to be dedicated, thereby permitting legal access to the
severed/retained parcels. Accordingly, a by-law should be enacted authorizing the dedication of
the reserve block.
Attached is a location map and a draft by-law for the consideration of City Council at its meeting
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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING
BY-LAW NO.
Being a by-law to dedicate Block 12, Plan
40M-1502, Pickering as public highway
(Fawndale Road).
WHEREAS The Corporation of the City of Pickering is the owner of Block 12, Plan
40M-1502, Pickering and wishes to dedicate it as public highway.
NOW THEREFORE, the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering
HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Block 12, Plan 40M-1502, Pickering is hereby dedicated as public highway.
(Fawndale Road)
BY-LAW read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 17th day of
February, 2009.
David Ryan, Mayor
Debi A. Wilcox, City Clerk
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BY-LAW NO. 6935/09
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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING
Being a by-law to appoint By-law Enforcement Officers for the Purpose of
Enforcing Parking Restrictions on Private Property
WHEREAS pursuant to section 15(1) of the Police Services Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.15, as
amended, a municipal council may appoint persons to enforce the by-laws of the
municipality; and
WHEREAS pursuant to section 15(2) of the said Act, municipal by-law enforcement
officers are peace officers for the purpose of enforcing municipal by-laws;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCil OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF
PICKERING HEREBY ENACTS AS FOllOWS:
1. That the following people be hereby appointed as municipal law enforcement
officers in and for the City of Pickering in order to ascertain whether the
provisions of By-law 2359/87 are obeyed and to enforce or carry into effect the
said By-law and are hereby authorized to enter at all reasonable times upon
lands municipally known as:
a) 1345 Altona Road
905 Bayly Street
1915 & 1945 Denmar Road
1310 Fieldlight Blvd.
1655 & 1665 Pickering Parkway
1235 Radom Street
1995 Royal Road
Don Sunny-Guy
Steve Craveiro
Oleksii Karpenko
2. The authority granted in section 1 hereto is specifically limited to that set out in
section 1, and shall not be deemed, at any time, to exceed the authority set out in
section 1.
3. This appointment shall expire upon the person listed in section 1 a) ceasing to be
an employee of Authorized Parking Only Ltd. or upon Authorized Parking Only
Ltd. ceasing to be agents for 1345 Altona Road, 905 Bayly Street, 1915 & 1945
Denmar Road, 1310 Fieldlight Blvd., 1655 & 1665 Pickering Parkway, 1235
Radom Street, 1995 Royal Road, whichever shall occur first.
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4. The provisions of this by-law shall come into force and take effect on the day of
the final passing thereof.
BY-LAW read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 17th day of February,
2009.
David Ryan, Mayor
Debi A. Wilcox, City Clerk
Committee of Adjustment
Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
PRESENT:
Kevin Ashe
David Johnson - Chair
Susan Kular
Eric Newton - Vice-Chair
Keith Wilkinson
ALSO PRESENT:
Ross Pym, Secretary-Treasurer
Jean Finn, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer
(I) ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Moved by Keith Wilkinson
Seconded by Susan Kular
That the agenda for the Wednesday, December 3,2008 meeting be adopted.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(II) ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Moved by Eric Newton
Seconded by Keith Wilkinson
That the minutes of the 15th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment held
Wednesday, November 12, 2008 be adopted.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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Wednesday, December 3,2008
7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
(III) REPORTS
1. PICA 47/08 - A. & G. Cooper
962 Oklahoma Drive
(Lot 666, Plan M19)
City of Pickering
The applicants requests relief from Zoning By-law 2520 to permit a 0.7 metre
side yard width to reconstruct a carport attached to the main dwelling, to
recognize a 0.1 metre flankage side yard width to an existing uncovered deck
and to recognize an existing shed located in the side yard, whereas the by-law
requires a side yard depth of 1.5 metres, a flankage side yard depth of 4.5
metres and for all accessory structures to be located in the rear yard.
The applicants requests approval of these variances in order to obtain a building
permit for the proposed carport and to obtain zoning compliance for the existing
deck and shed.
The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering
Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to
conditions. Written comments were also received from the City's Development
Control Supervisor expressing no concerns.
Ann & Glynn Cooper, owners, were present to represent the application. No
further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application.
Glynn Cooper explained the application and that he proposed to replace the
carport.
Moved by Kevin Ashe
Seconded by Eric Newton
That application PICA 47/08 by A. & G. Cooper, be APPROVED on the grounds
that the 0.7 metre side yard width to a proposed carport, a 0.1 metre flankage
side yard width to an existing uncovered deck and to recognize an existing shed
located in the side yard are minor variances that are desirable for the appropriate
development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of
the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions:
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Main Committee Room
1. That these variances apply only to the proposed carport, existing uncovered
deck and shed, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted
plans with this application.
2. That the applicants obtain a building permit for the proposed carport within.
two years of the date of this decision, or this decision shall become null and
void.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
2. PICA 48/08 - A. Perez
1622 Fairfield Crescent
(Lot 158 Plan 40M-1499)
City of Pickering
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036 as amended by By-law
2118/85 to permit a deck located 0.3 metre from the rear lot line whereas the
By-law requires a minimum rear yard depth of 7.5 metres.
The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain Zoning
compliance.
The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering
Planning & Development Department recommending refusal of the application.
Written comments were also received from the City's Development Control
Supervisor expressing no concerns.
Alma Perez, owner, was present to represent the application. No further
representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application.
Moved by Kevin Ashe
Seconded by Eric Newton
That application PICA 48/08 by A. Perez, be DEFERRED until the next meeting
in order to give the Committee Members an opportunity to visit the site.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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Wednesday, December 3,2008
7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
3. PICA 49/08 - L. Nichol & C. Copeland
504 Rougemount Drive
Lots 99, 100, Plan 283
City of Pickering
The applicants request relief from Zoning By-law 2511 to permit a proposed
detached garage to be located in the front yard of the subject property having a
proposed building height of 3.9 metres and to permit a 1.4 metre side yard width
to the existing dwelling whereas the by-law requires all accessory structures to
be located in the rear yard, a maximum accessory building height of 3.5 metres
and requires a 1.8 metre side yard width to the dwelling.
The applicants request approval of these variances in order to obtain a building
permit for the proposed detached garage.
The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering
Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to
conditions. Written comments were also received from the City's Development
Control Supervisor expressing no concerns and from the Toronto Region
Conservation Authority expressing no objections.
Larry Nichol and Cathy Copeland, owners, were present to represent the
application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to
the application.
In response to a question from a Committee Member, Larry Nichol provided an
explanation of the garage construction and the material to be used for the cladding.
Moved by Kevin Ashe
Seconded by Susan Kular
That application PICA 49/08 by L. Nichol & C. Copeland, be APPROVED on the
grounds that the request to permit the proposed detached garage to be located
in the front yard, providing a maximum garage height of 3.9 metres and the
minimum side yard width of 1.4 metres to the existing dwelling are minor
variances that are desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in
keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning
By-law subject to the following conditions:
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1. That these variances apply only to the proposed detached garage on the
existing lot, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans
with this application.
2. That the applicant obtains a building permit for the proposed construction
within two years of the date of this decision, or this decision shall become null
and void.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4. PICA 50/08 - L. Muraca
1905 Rosefield Road
(Part Lot 3, Plan M-1089, Part 2, 40R-3825)
City of Pickering
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by
By-law 187/75 to permit a 0.3 metre side yard width and rear yard depth to a
proposed rear yard shed 2.8 metres in height, whereas the by-law requires a
1.0 metre side yard width and rear yard depth to all accessory structures greater
than 1.8 metres in height. ~
The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain zoning
compliance.
The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering
Planning & Development Department recommending refusal of the application.
Written comments were also received from the City's Development Control
Supervisor expressing no concerns subject to the roof drainage from the shed
being solely contained on the applicants property. An eavestrough should be
placed on both sides of the shed and directed to stop runoff from falling on to
adjacent prqperties.
Written comments were also received from Mr. & Mrs. Muttiah of 1901 Rosefield
Road with no objections to the application.
Louis Muraca, owner, was present to represent the application. Anthony White
& Rose McGill of 1892 Rosefield were also present in support of the application.
Louis Muraca submitted written correspondence from Bob Chan of
1911 Rosefield Road and Azeema Mohammed of 1903 Rosefield Road in
support of the application. Louis Muraca stated maintenance of the shed would
not be an issue.
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7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
Moved by Kevin Ashe
Seconded by Susan Kular
That application PICA 50108 by L. Muraca, be APPROVED on the grounds that
the 0.3 metre side yard width and rear yard depth are minor variances that are
desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the
general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, subject to the
following conditions:
1. That these variances apply only to the proposed shed, as generally sited and
outlines on the applicant's submitted plans with this application.
2. That the applicant reduces the overhang on the north and east sides of the
shed to a maximum of 0.15 metres (6 inches) from the property line.
3. That the applicant provides an eavestrough on the north side of the shed to
ensure roof runoff is contained on the subject property and to ensure that
there are no encroachments onto the abutting property.
4. That the applicant contacts the Planning & Development Department to
arrange for an inspection of the shed and to conform that the construction of
this shed is in conformity with the requirements of Condition #2 & #3.
5. That this work and inspection by City Staff shall be completed within three
months of the date of this decision or this decision shall become null and
void.
CARRIED
Vote
Kevin Ashe
David Johnson
Susan Kular
Eric Newton
Keith Wilkinson
in favour
in favour
in favour
opposed
in favour
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7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
(IV) OTHER BUSINESS
1. Appointment of Chairperson
Moved by Susan Kular
Seconded by Keith Wilkinson
That David Johnson be appointed as Chairperson for a 1 year term.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
2. Appointment of Vice Chairperson
Moved by Kevin Ashe
Seconded by Susan Kular
That Eric Newton be appointed as Vice Chairperson for a 1 year term.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3. Adoption of the 2009 Meeting Schedule
Moved by Keith Wilkinson
Seconded by Eric Newton
That the Committee of Adjustment Meeting Schedule for 2009 be adopted.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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Wednesday, December 3,2008
7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
(V) ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Susan Kular
Seconded by Keith Wilkinson
That the 16th meeting of 2008 the Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at
7:29 pm and the next meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be held on
Wednesday, January 21,2009.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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Committee of Adjustment
Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
7:01 pm
Main Committee Room
PRESENT:
Kevin Ashe
David Johnson - Chair
Susan Kular
Eric Newton - Vice-Chair
Keith Wilkinson
ALSO PRESENT:
Ross Pym, Secretary-Treasurer
Jean Finn, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer
(I) ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Moved by Eric Newton
Seconded by Keith Wilkinson
That the agenda for the Wednesday, January 21, 2009 meeting be adopted.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(II) ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Moved by Susan Kular
Seconded by Keith Wilkinson
That the minutes of the 16th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment held
Wednesday, December 3, 2008 be adopted.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
7:01 pm
Main Committee Room
(III) REPORTS
1 . (Deferred from the December 3, 2008 meeting)
PICA 48/08 - A. Perez
1622 Fairfield Crescent
(Lot 158, Plan 40M-1499)
City of Pickering
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036 as amended by By-law
2118/85 to permit a deck located 0.3 metre from the rear lot line whereas the
By-law requires a minimum rear yard depth of 7.5 metres.
The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain Zoning
compliance.
The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering
Planning & Development Department recommending refusal of the application.
Written comments were also received from th.e City's Development Control
Supervisor expressing no concerns.
Alma Perez, owner, was present to represent the application. No further
representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application.
Moved by Kevin Ashe
Seconded by Susan Kular
That application PICA 48/08 by A. Perez, be DEFERRED for six weeks to the
March 4th meeting in order to give all the Committee Members an opportunity to
visit the site, as the snow is obstructing the view.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
2. PICA 01/09 - D. and K. Florio
298 Starview Court
(Lot 20 Plan 40M-1449 and Block 43 Plan 40M-1450)
City of Pickering
The applicants request relief from Zoning By-law 3036 to permit the parking of a
vehicle 2.9 metres high on the driveway in the front yard, whereas the by-law
permits a maximum vehicle height of 2.6 metres.
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7:01 pm
Main Committee Room
The applicants request approval of this variance In order to obtain zoning
compliance.
The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering
Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to
conditions. Written comments were also received from the City's Development
Control Supervisor expressing no concerns.
Paul Bigioni, the Applicant's Solicitor, was present to represent the application.
He stated that the variance is minor, the vehicle is only one foot over the by-law
requirement, and he presented pictures to the Committee. He stated that there
would be minimum intrusion on the streetscape, and the hedge provides a
buffer. He noted the impact on the neighbour if the truck was parked in the side
yard where the by-law permits the vehicle to park. He stated that there would be
an insurance problem if the truck was parked off of the property.
A petition from eleven area neighbours was submitted in objection to the
application. Concerns expressed in the correspondence were safety to residents
(especially children), traffic concerns, health concerns due to the diesel engine
idling in excess of 45 minutes, unpleasant odor, noise, negative aesthetics of the
court, and negative impact on property value. The petition notes the unapproved
cutting of public curb to accommodate a wider driveway and the use of property
for storage of unsightly, potentially dangerous (glass) commercial related
garbage, and that neighbours have made numerous complaints to the City for
over 15 years that th~ applicant has been operating a business from the
property.
Harri Gopaul of 296 Starview Court was present in objection to the application.
He expressed the concerns stated in the petition, and stated that it is an
industrial truck, and that the application fails to meet the four test points of the
Planning Act. He also stated that diesel oil has spilled into the trees. He stated
that there is a repulsive smell from the engine, that it is environmentally
unfriendly, obstructs the flow of traffic, and that the by-law allows four vehicles to
be parked and there are usually more cars parked. He further stated that they
have made numerous by-law complaints to the City for over 15 years regarding
the business operation of the applicant. He presented pictures to the
Committee.
Heidi Sanita of 294 Starview Court was present in objection to the application.
She stated that all the neighbours are affected by the parking of the commercial
truck, and that the truck should be parked elsewhere.
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Nenad Budisavljevic of 293 Starview Court was present in objection to the
application and concurred with the comments of Harri Gopaul.
Donna Hristov of 297 Starview Court was present in objection to the application.
She is opposed to the parking of commercial vehicles in a residential
neighbourhood and submitted a petition that outlined the objections to the
application.
Kingsley Anderson of 1813 Forestview Drive was present in support of the
application. He stated that neighbours should work together.
The Committee stated that some of the issues discussed pertained to by-law
enforcement and are beyond the jurisdiction of the Committee.
Moved by Kevin Ashe
Seconded by Eric Newton
That application PICA 01/09 by D. and K. Florio, be APPROVED on the grounds
that the request to permit the parking of a vehicle 2.9 metres high on the
driveway in the front yard is a minor variance that is desirable for the appropriate
development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of
the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, subject to the following condition:
1. That this variance applies only to one vehicle required by the current owners
for the operation of their personally owned and managed business.
CARRIED
Vote
Kevin Ashe
David Johnson
Susan Kular
Eric Newton
Keith Wilkinson
in favour
in favour
in favour
in favour
opposed
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Wednesday, January 21, 2009
7:01 pm
Main Committee Room
3. PICA 02/09 - Cougs (Valleyfarm) Limited
Southeast corner of Kingston Road and Valley Farm Road
(Block 36, Plan 40M-2089)
City of Pickering
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by
By-laws 5891/01 and 5955/02 to permit a decrease in building height for stacked
townhouses from 16.0 metres and 6 storeys to 13.1 metres and 5 storeys and to
permit portions of a proposed six and ten storey condominium apartment
building to have a 0.0 metre setback from the main wall of the building along
Kingston Road, whereas the By-law requires a 1.0 metre setback for the portion
of the building greater than 16.0 metres in height.
The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain Site Plan
approval and a building permit for the proposed multi-building development.
The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering
Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to
conditions. Written comments were also received from the City's Development
Control Supervisor expressing no concerns.
Written correspondence was also received from Robert Lennox on behalf of
Hildia Lennox of 1575 Kingstc;>n Road expressing concerns in regard to the
access road.
Shane Steuernol, agent, was present to represent the application. Shane
Steuernol explained the application.
No public spoke, however there were numerous neighbours present to observe
the hearing.
Moved by Kevin Ashe
Seconded by Susan Kular
That application PICA 02/09 by Cougs (Valleyfarm) Limited, be APPROVED on
the grounds that the proposed decrease in building height for stacked townhouses
of 13.1 metres and 5 storeys and a reduced setback of 0.0 metres from the main
wall of the building above 16.0 metres in height along Kingston Road are minor
variances that are desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in
keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning
By-law, subject to the following conditions:
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1. That these variances apply only to the proposed multi-height, multi-building
development, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted
plans with this application.
2. That the applicant obtains Site Plan approval and a building permit for the
proposed mixed use development within three years of the date of this
decision, or this decision shall become null and void.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4. PICA 03/09 - R. & R. Cariaso
526 Laurier Crescent
(Lot 112, Plan 40M-1242
City of Pickering
The applicants request relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law
1289/81 to permit 3.3 metre rear yard depth to a proposed two-storey deck,
whereas the by-law requires a minimum rear yard depth of 7.5 metres.
The applicants request approval of this variance in order to obtain a building
permit.
The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering
Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to
conditions. Written comments were also received from the City's Development
Control Supervisor expressing no concerns.
Restituto Cariaso, owner, was present to represent the application. No further
representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application.
Moved by Eric Newton
Seconded by Keith Wilkinson
That application PICA 03/09 by R. & R. Cariaso, be APPROVED on the grounds
that the 3.3 metre rear yard depth to a proposed two-storey deck is a minor
variance that is desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in
keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning
By-law, subject to the following conditions:
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1. That this variance applies only to the proposed two-storey deck, as generally
sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application.
2. That the applicants obtain a building permit for the proposed construction
within two years of the date of this decision, or this decision shall become null
and void
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5. PICA 04/09 - Ontario Realty Corporation
2600 & 2610 Brock Road
(Lot 7 & 8, Plan 585, Part 5 - 10, 40R-2633)
City of Pickering
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3037 to permit a minimum lot
frontage of 80.7 metres, whereas the by-law requires a minimum lot frontage of
90.0 metres.
The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to complete a land
severance application to the Region of Durham Land Division Committee
(Region of Durham File LD 116/08).
The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering
Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to
conditions. Written comments were also received from the City's Development
Control Supervisor expressing no concerns.
Lynn Collins, agent, was present to represent the application. No further
representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application.
Moved by Susan Kular
Seconded by Keith Wilkinson
That application PICA 04/09 by Ontario Realty Corporation, be APPROVED on
the grounds that a minimum lot frontage of 80.7 metres is a minor variance that
is desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the
general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to
the following conditions:
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1. That this variance applies only to the proposed severed lot, as generally sited
and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application.
2. That the applicant finalize the associated land severance application
LD 116/08 for the proposed severed lot or this decision shall become null and
void.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
(IV) ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Susan Kular
Seconded by Keith Wilkinson
That the 1 st meeting of 2009 the Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at
7:58 pm and the next meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be held on
Wednesday, February 11,2009.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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Seaton Advisory Committee
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
10 am
Main Committee Room
Pickering Civic Complex
Attendees: Rick Johnson, Regional Councillor, Chair
Bonnie Littley, Regional Councillor, Vice-Chair
Doug Dickerson, City Councillor
Neil Carroll, Director, Planning & Development
Tom Melymuk, Director, Office of Sustainability
Cathy Grant, Director of Public Services, Library
Catherine Rose, Manager, Policy, Planning & Development
Steve Gaunt, Principal Planner, Policy
Rik Ganderton, RVHS
John Connolly, Transport Canada
Dorothy Skinner, Region of Durham
Steve Heuchert, TRCA
Carolyn Woodland, TRCA
Lloyd Cherniak, Lebovic Enterprises
Bruce Fischer, Metrus Development
Rodger Miller, Mattamy Homes
Aaron Wesson, Mattamy Homes
Chris Matson, Brookfield Homes
Steve Goldhar, Sundial Homes
James McCafferty, Durham District Catholic School Board
Louise Farr Chambers, UOIT
Joan Wideman, Ajax Pickering Board of Trade
Kathy McKay, Ajax Pickering Board of Trade
Peter Rodrigues, Resident of Seaton
Absent: Tom Quinn, Chief Administrative Officer
Gil Paterson, Director, Corporate Services
Everett Buntsma, Director, Operations & Emergency Services
Reg Webster, Sernas Associates
Graham Martin, ORC
1. Introduction & Welcome
Councillor Johnson thanked everyone for attending this
meeting.
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Cathy Rose gave an overview of the update provided by Reg
Webster. The MESP is being undertaken to assist in the
development and approval of the neighbourhood plans.
The Seaton Master Environmental Servicing Plan (MESP)
Existing Conditions Report was circulated to the City of
Pickering, Region of Durham and Toronto Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA) in August 2008.
This Report summarizes existing conditions data, field
inventories and analyses of aquatic communities, fluvial
geomorphology of streams, terrestrial communities at existing
and proposed road crossings of the Natural Heritage System,
geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, floodplain mapping, existing
municipal services and road systems within Seaton.
The Report findings were presented to the Seaton MESP
Oversight Committee in August 2008. Based on Report
findings and discussions with the City and TRCA, a system of
field monitoring stations has been established to obtain further
field data on surface water flows in streams, water levels in
wetlands, groundwater contributions to wetlands and site
geology.
Ongoing monitoring of these systems will provide additional
data on the natural features and functions in Seaton. This data
will be used as input to the ongoing development impact
analyses. The data helps identify where sensitivities exist so
that impacts can be eliminated through neighbourhood or
construction design. Where impacts are unavoidable, the data
and analysis will assist in the formulation of mitigative measures
to be incorporated in development design. Technical meetings
are on-going with TRCA. '
Meetings have been held with GO Transit and the CPR on the
potential for expansion of GO rail on the CPR land on the south
boundary of Seaton.
Traffic analysis and determination of lane and signalization
needs for the non-Regional roads within Seaton is being
delayed until the overall system analysis is done for Seaton that
will be undertaken early in the Regional Infrastructure EA.
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There have been a number of meetings with municipal and
agency representatives dealing with the identification and
potential location of major community facilities. Draft
information compiled by Sernas was released for comment in
late August 2008. The City of Pickering is still reviewing this
information.
The First Nations consultation will be initiated in January now
that comments on the Existing Conditions Report have been
provided.
The first draft of the Energy Management Strategy for Seaton is
nearing completion. It is anticipated that a separate
presentation meeting will be held with all stakeholders in
January 2009.
It is anticipated that another Oversight Committee meeting will
be held in February or March with the final MESP Report
expected to be completed in the fall of 2009.
Dorothy Skinner advised that the RFP for the Regional
Infrastructure EA references the significant amount of work
completed or expected to be completed, through the MESP
pertaining to regional roads.
Lloyd Cherniak expressed frustration with the length of time it
is taking the City to provide information on its major
community facilities needs and preferred locations. He noted
the first meeting to discuss this information was held in
December 2007.
Tom Melymuk advised that a definitive position on community
facilities would not be possible until the Neighbourhood
Planning Program has been completed. It is the City's view
that the final size and locations should be an outcome of that
program.
Neil Carroll commented that the Neighbourhood Planning
Program has a specific component preparing a community
services and facilities plan that will help inform where
facilities should be located and what size they should be.
The City anticipated the Neighbourhood Planning Program
would be more advanced by now so that it could inform the
MESP.
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Jim McCafferty mentioned that he is not aware of any
requests for school locations in the Seaton area. He noted
the sites are usually determined once the neighbourhood
plan and designs are completed. Catherine Rose noted the
Board planners have attended the meetings on community
facilities.
Councillor Johnson stated that he understands the
developers' frustrations and they will attempt to provide the
requested information as soon as possible.
Dorothy mentioned that the Region provided considerable
input on facility needs. She advised that the draft minutes
were released by Sernas, but final meeting notes were not
yet prepared, and that she had suggested several changes to
the draft.
Bruce Fischer stated that the list of facilities is needed for
them to move forward and mentioned that Sernas has
completed a drawing where the facilities were identified.
Dorothy confirmed that the drawing Bruce is referring to is the
one discussed at the August meeting.
Lloyd mentioned that the population will determine the
number of facilities required and that they are also waiting for
the Fiscal Impact Studies to be completed.
Councillor Littley reiterated Tom Melymuk's comment that it
would be appropriate that the neighbourhood plans are
completed before the information on the community facilities
is made available.
Councillor Dickerson mentioned that Seaton is a large area,
with up to 15 neighbourhoods, and it he understands that it
would be helpful for the developers to know where the parks
will generally be located. He does not feel that the
developers' request for general information on community
facilities is unreasonable.
Rodger Miller stated that there are always some refinements
needed once the plans are in place.
Lloyd Cherniak noted that the Central Pickering Development
Plan requires identification of major community facilities as
part of the MESP.
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Catherine Rose noted that City staff did provide input on
community facilities at the December 2007 and August 2008
meetings. However, the City staff needed additional time to
meet and review the information provided by Sernas in
August.
Councillor McLean joined the meeting in progress.
Councillor Johnson thanked the developers for raising the
issue and advised that staff will endeavour to provide the
information requested within the next month.
City to provide
comments on major
community facilities
needs
Neil Carroll advised that Planning & Development will
coordinate the list of facilities with the Culture and Recreation
Department.
Bruce Fischer suggested that some of the major facilities be
located on non-developable land. Catherine Rose
requested clarification as all of the community facilities must
be located on developable land. Bruce clarified that he
meant the facilities could be placed on some of the remnant
parcels that were not part of the land exchange.
Discussion ensued on whether the facilities could be
combined in central locations, such as EMS, Fire, Operations
and Transit.
Councillor McLean mentioned that there have been
discussions at both the Regional Finance and Works
committee about combining these facilities as it would reduce
costs.
He further stated that EMS stations should be in a central
downtown area rather than in a remote location.
Councillor Littley indicated that she visited a combined facility
in Calgary a few years ago and the shared services are a
great advantage for the municipalities.
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3.
Natural Heritage System (NHS)
ManaementPlan & Master Trails Plan
The Final Seaton NHS Management Plan and Master Trails
Plan Report was released in October 2008. The document is
over 500 pages long. The study was commissioned by the
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and prepared by a
team on consultants headed by Schollen & Company Inc.
The Report is considered "advice to the Province" and will not
be formally adopted by the Province, similar to the study
completed by Hemson for the employment lands in Seaton.
The Final Report considered extensive comments by City,
MMAH, MNR, TRCA and Region of Durham staffs and other
stakeholders on the Draft Report released in March 2008.
The Appendices to the Final Report include technical
information and detailed responses to the comments
received during the Study.
The NHS Management Plan is a guide to manage the NHS to
ensure natural heritage values are protected in the long term.
One component, the Cultural Heritage and Archaeological
Resources Management Plan, provides a guide for the
management of cultural heritage features and landscapes
including a strategy for an interpretive plan.
The Master Trails Plan proposes a trail system to link
neighbourhoods and the larger regional trail and open space
networks.
The Final Report provides a budget only for capital costs.
Estimated amounts are $95 to $110 millions for NHS
Restoration and approximately $38 million for the Master
Trails Plan.
The Report suggests the roles and responsibilities for the
partner agencies:
- The Province to coordinate financial resources;
The Region to complete official plan amendment;
The City has a more extensive list which includes:
. policies, zoning, neighbourhood planning and
multiple partnerships;
. trails enforcement, education, safety,
monitoring and maintenance;
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Steve .Gaunt
City staff will review
and prepare
comments on the
Final Report for the
consideration of
Council early in
2009.
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- The TRCA to provide staff resources and expertise
and secure funding for management of NHS.
The Report states that the trails should be constructed prior
to build out of adjacent neighbourhoods, and the alignment of
trails outside of the NHS is to be determined through the
neighbourhood planning program with input form other
studies, such as the Regional EA and MESP.
Councillor Dickerson indicated that the best approach would
be to have all the trails built up front.
Bruce Fischer noted that the location of the storm ponds
should be identified before trail heads are located.
Carolyn Woodland from TRCA indicated that the roles and
responsibilities need to be clearly defined. Acquiring the
land is great, but managing the lands is a long term
commitment that requires extensive funding. There should
be a greater commitment from the Province. TRCA is
disappointed that there was not more dialogue with
municipalities and agencies for this process.
Councillor Mclean left the meeting.
Neil Carroll advised that the Province should retain
ownership of lands and TRCA could monitor them.
Tom Melymuk advised that the report is available for viewing
at the Planning & Development Department and that copies
may be made available at a later time.
Catherine Rose suggested that the consultant (Mark
Schollen) be invited to the next Seaton Advisory Committee
meeting to provide a more detailed overview of the report.
Peter Rodrigues noted that some members of the public
objected to the recommendation that primary trails be paved.
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Steve Gaunt to contact
Mark Schollen inviting
him to the next Seaton
Advisory Committee
meeting to provide a
more detailed overview
of the Final Report.
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elghbourhood Planning Process
U date
In mid November, a consolidated version of the Council
adopted Terms of Reference for the Seaton Neighbourhood
Planning Process was sent to Members of Council and
Sernas (on behalf of the Developers Group), Provincial and
Regional representatives, and senior City staff.
As part of Council's approval of the Terms of Reference, a
Management Agreement is required to be entered into
between the City and the Developers Group. The City
Solicitor is currently drafting the Agreement, and has had a
discussion about the contents of the Agreement with the
solicitor for the Developers Group. The Solicitor's draft of the
Agreement should be ready for discussion with City staff in
early January 2009.
Lloyd Cherniak informed the committee that the Developers
Group would not be proceeding based on the current Terms
of Reference as they are concerned with amendments made
to the Terms of Reference, and stated that they would like to
propose some further amendments.
Catherine Rose reminded the Developers Group that the
amendments to the draft Terms of Reference were proposed
by Planning & Development Committee (not staff) and
approved at Council. Copies of the Minutes from September
2, 2008 Planning & Development Committee detailing the
amendments are available if anyone would like to obtain a
copy.
Tom Melymuk clarified that the opportunity to propose
amendments for the Terms of Reference was at the Council
meeting when any interested parties could appear as a
delegation.
Councillor Johnson stated that under the Municipal Act,
amendments must be dealt with at Council in a public
meeting.
Jim McCafferty advised that he has seen the original Terms
of Reference, but would like to see the revised one. It was
noted that the revised Terms of Reference are a public
document.
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C. Rose to send out a
copy of the Council
adopted Terms of
Reference and
Minutes of Council
meeting to those who
did not yet received a
copy.
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Lloyd Cherniak mentioned that their main concern is with the
interpretation of employment lands and whether residential
development can occur prior to jobs. He understands how
critical jobs are to Pickering and the Region, but the
development charges are over $700 million. Lloyd Cherniak
stated further that the province should fund the servicing of
these lands.
Councillor Dickerson confirmed that the City and the Region
have adopted a job first policy for Seaton development.
The Developers Group asked if the City could support them
to pressure the province to speed up the process. The
Developers Group advised they have received a commitment
from the Minister of Municipal Affairs, and they would like to
start working together.
Councillor Dickerson stated that the possibility of jobs being
created in this current economic crisis should be a positive
sign and the Province should proceed with building the
infrastructure for the employment lands.
It was suggested that Council pass a motion at Council
requesting that the Province commit to the funding for the
infrastructure and a start date.
Councillor Johnson mentioned that other new employment
lands developments in the area have been cancelled or
postponed and we want to avoid this from happening in
Seaton.
Lloyd Cherniak stated that the Province and land developers
are taking a big risk investing in Pickering, but the Region
wants to encourage investment in this area.
Councillor Johnson advised that there are many local
businesses in our community looking to expand their
business and want to stay in the area. The Seaton
employment lands would accommodate their needs.
Lloyd Cherniak advised that the Minister's commitment was
to have an MOU regarding funding drafted by March 2009.
Catherine Rose mentioned that this timing is consistent with
the timing anticipated for the selection of a consultant for the
Neighbourhood Planning Program (assuming the
Management Agreement is entered into and the RFP for the
Neighbourhood Planning Program is issued by late January).
Peter Rodri ues mentioned that after hearin the comments
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from Mr. Cherniak, he may not necessarily agree with all of
them. One thing which is not clear is whether homes would
be built before there is employment in the area.
5.
Other Stucli$s
Dorothy Skinner advised that the RFP for the Regional EA is
closing on January 29, 2009. Regional Council is
anticipated to select the successful consultant by March
2009.
All
6.
A draft version of the Fiscal Impact Study of Seaton on the
Region should be available for review soon. This Study is
bein undertaken b 181 for the Develo ers Grou .
NextM$eting
The next meeting to be scheduled for the third week of
January 2009.
All
Other Business
All
Meeting Adjourned: 12:10 pm
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Cillf (J~ Minutes I Meeting Summary
Seaton Advisory Committee
Tuesday, January 20,2009
9:30 am
Main Committee Room
Attendees: Rick Johnson, Regional Councillor, Chair
Bonnie Littley, Regional Councillor, Vice-Chair
Doug Dickerson, City Councillor
Tom Melymuk, Director, Office of Sustainability
Neil Carroll, Director, Planning & Development
Cathy Grant, Director of Public Services, Library
Catherine Rose, Manager, Policy, Planning & Development
Steve Gaunt, Principal Planner, Policy, Planning & Development
Grant McGregor, Principal Planner, Policy, Planning & Development
Ron Taylor, Coordinator, City Development
Reg Webster, The Sernas Group Inc.
Graham Martin, ORC
Rik Ganderton, RVHS
John Connolly, Transport Canada
Dorothy Skinner, Region of Durham
Steve Heuchert, TRCA
Carolyn Woodland, TRCA
Lloyd Cherniak, Lebovic Enterprises
Bruce Fischer, Metrus Development
Tom Albani, Metrus Development
Rodger Miller, Mattamy Homes
Chris Matson, Brookfield Homes
Kevin Morawski, Genivar Consultants
Jim McCafferty, Durham Catholic District School Board
Joan Wideman, Ajax Pickering Board of Trade
Kathy McKay, Ajax Pickering Board of Trade
Peter Rodrigues, Resident of Seaton
Absent: Tom Quinn, Chief Administrative Officer
Donna McFarlane, UOIT
1. Introduction & Welcome
Councillor Dickerson welcomed everyone on behalf of
Councillor Johnson.
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2.
Natural Heritage System
- Presentation by Consultant
- Management PI.an & Master Trails Plan
Mark Schollen provided an overview on the Final Report of
the Seaton Natural Heritage System (NHS) Management
Plan and Master Trail Plan.
Steve Gaunt
Mark Schollen
The overview is to provide an opportunity to respond to
questions and discuss implementation recommendations.
As stated in the Central Pickering Development Plan (CPDP)
the purpose of the study is to establish the long-term uses,
maintenance requirements and responsibilities, programs
and associated financial implications for all elements of the
Natural Heritage System as well as to address cultural
heritage protection and archaeological resources within the
NHS.
The Study also generates a Master Trail Plan that will guide
the implementation and management of a multi-use trail
system within the Seaton Community.
The Management Plan Document comprises:
1- Final Report - Executive Summary and NHS
Management Plan and Master Trails Plan
2- Technical Appendices
A. Significant Flora/Fauna and Restoration Plant
Lists
B. Principles of Crime Preventative Trail Design
C. Consultation Meeting Reports
D. Cultural Heritage InventoryNiewshed Analysis
E. Archaeological Assessment Report
F. Review of Regional Trail, Seaton Hiking Trail and
Cycleway Strategies
The Final Report for the NHS Management Plan provides
recommendations to guide the management of Seaton NHS
to ensure that natural heritage values are protected in the
long term and areas reflecting past human disturbance are
restored to natural habitats.
The Final Report for the Cultural Heritage and
Archaeological Resources Management Plan provides
recommendations to guide how cultural heritage features
and landscapes in the Seaton NHS are managed,
celebrated, and interpreted. This plan also sets out a
strategy and priorities for developing an Interpretive Plan for
the Seaton NHS.
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The Final Report for the Master Trails Plan illustrates a
proposed trail system for the Seaton community that links
neighbourhoods to each other and to the larger regional trail
and open space network.
The Implementation Strategy guides the staging of NHS
restoration and trail construction activities. The strategy
addresses natural heritage, cultural heritage and
archaeological resources .and trails collectively, since the
roles and responsibilities of the implementing partners
include initiatives related to all components.
The NHS Management Plan is divided by Management
Units (MU), which will be utilized as tools to direct the
development of the management prescriptions.
The "Natural" MUs:
. Native Woodlands
. Swamp Communities
. Marsh Communities
. Aquatic Communities
. Beach I Bars
. Bluffs
. Sand Barrens
. Clay Barrens
The "Cultural" (disturbed) MUs:
. Cultural Communities
. Cultural Hedgerow
. Cultural Woodland
. Plantation
. Agricultural Communities
. Manicured Communities
. Quarry Sites
The NHS Management Plan includes:
Ecological Restoration I Management Prescriptions
. Agricultural Lands
. Riparian Corridors
. Cultural Meadows I Woodlands
. Open Habitat
. Plantations
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Fisheries Management
· Implementation of Fisheries Management Plan
· Restoration of terrestrial habitat to maintain base flow
. Restoration of riparian habitat
. Support of existing initiatives (Atlantic
Salmon/Redside Dace recovery, barrier removal, in-
stream habitat, etc.)
The Cultural Heritage and Archaeological Resource
Management Plan provides guidance to direct protocol for
completing archaeological investigations to facilitate trail
implementation and considers:
A. Integration of resources within the NHS.
B. Recommendation of protocols for protecting and
managing archaeological resources.
C. Identification of opportunities for interpretation.
The Master Trails Plan provides:
A. Goals and objectives for the Master Trail Plan
B. Trail system layout
C. Trail system hierarchy
D. Trail head hierarchy
E. Directives to guide integration with Seaton Hiking Trail
F. Trail construction guidelines
G. Integration of trail system with future neighbourhoods
The Final Report recommends an Implementation Strategy:
A. Priority NHS restoration and management prescriptions.
B. Priority Cultural Heritage I Archaeological Resource
management strategies.
C. Implementation plan for the MTP.
D. Roles and responsibilities.
E. Implementation priorities.
F. Order of magnitude cost estimate.
G. Maintenance and monitoring recommendations.
Summary of Implementation Strategy
. Includes:
A. 26 Natural Heritage System Restoration
Prescriptions
B. 12 Bike route and 26 trail Network Implementation
Prescriptions
C. 17 Cultural Heritage I Interpretive Plan Prescriptions
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. Overview of costs include:
A. Natural Heritage System Restoration $95-110 M
B. Implementation of Trail Network $12-15 M
C. Implementation of Bike Routes $12-15 M
D. Trail Head Construction I Refurbishment $6-8 M
E. Additional Studies $0.5-0.7M
. Partners Include:
- Provincial Government
- Region of Durham
- City of Pickering
- Ontario Realty Corporation
- Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
- Heritage Pickering
- Community
Discussion Period
Lloyd Cherniak noted that the Master Trail Plan identifies that
many of the trails will be asphalt to make it easier to maintain
year round, but it does not mention who will be responsible
for the maintenance costs.
Carolyn Woodland indicated that not all trails will be paved,
and that this process would be phased in over a period of
time.
Peter Rodrigues noted that most of the trails are wider than
the standard sidewalk and it may be more difficult to plow
them.
Peter indicated that this is a great study which raises many
concerns. For example, will the current Seaton trails be
paved or will it remain a nature path.
All these trails will take up more land and will impact wildlife.
When there are no trails, people make their own way through
nature.
Mark Schollen mentioned that it is recommended to have a
trail to ensure that they can protect environmentally sensitive
areas by placing barriers as needed. He also mentioned
that parts of the trails will require policing and lighting,
therefore becoming more like a road.
Dorothy Skinner stated that accessibility is a key issue for
the trails and enquired if there are any known trails like this
one in other areas. Mark advised that the bike trails through
the Don River valley are a perfect example.
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Joan Wideman asked if the trails would lead to employment
lands and would be safe for people to use on a regular day to
day basis. Mark Schollen advised that the design is in place
to provide access from the trails to the employment lands.
Bruce Fischer stated that the lands are owned by the
Province, but the expectation is that the City will be
maintaining the trails and asked if any commitment has been
made yet as operating expenses for these will be quite
expensive. .
Steve Gaunt stated that there have been no discussions on
how the recommendations from the Final Report will be
implemented.
Bruce Fischer questioned what the Report recommends the
developers' be responsible for. Mark Schollen stated that the
developers are expected to provide trail heads and buffer
planting on the Provincial land adjacent to the development.
Bruce Fischer expressed concern with this recommendation
and commented that the Province should protect the parks
and trails without impacting any of the developers.
Dorothy Skinner commented that the Region anticipated
taking a report to their Planning Committee providing the
Region's position on the study.
Lloyd Cherniak questioned the costs identified in the Report
as he believes they are too low.
Councillor Litttley questioned whether community gardens
are permitted. Mark Schollen confirmed they are.
It was suggested that the Final Report should be put on the
website and Steve Gaunt advised that they are currently
looking into this, but need to ensure that there is sufficient
memory space as the colored maps take a lot of digital
space.
Reg mentioned that copies of the Final Report are available
on CD.
3. MESPUpdate
Reg advised that they are proceeding at a slower pacer than
originally anticipated. The Morrison Hershfield Study done by
the Province was not as detailed as expected. Thus, new
boreholes were dug and significant groundwater monitoring is
underway now.
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The consultants are moving forward on interfacing the NHS
study recommendations with the MESP now that the
consultants' NHS Report is completed.
Consultations about the MESP still have to occur with the
First Nations.
Work on the community facilities is on-going. It is expected
that this work will be presented at the next Oversight
Committee.
Energy Management Study - Finalization of the report on Tom to confirm Energy
energy management and presentations should follow within Management Study
the next month or so. It was suggested to invite the presentation for the
consultants (Bill Wong) for a presentation at the next SAC next meeting.
meeting.
Reg advised that they anticipate having a completed MESP
Report by mid to end of summer.
Cathy mentioned that they requested an opportunity to meet Cathy to submit dates
with consultants and are still interested in meeting with them. to Reg Webster.
Reg advised Cathy to provide tentative dates and they would
schedule a meeting accordingly.
4. Community Facilities - Discussion All
Tom Melymuk advised that City staff are working on
preparing comments and anticipate providing them in the
near future. Update at next meeting.
5. Neighbourhood Planning Process - Update Catherine Rose
Cathy reminded the group that a prerequisite to sending out
the RFP was for an agreement to be entered into between
the City and the Landowners Group. The draft ag reement
was forwarded to the solicitor for the Landowners Group last
Friday, January 16th and is currently under review.
The Minister of Energy and Infrastructure is currently holding
discussions on a number of important matters to be
addressed for Seaton to proceed. ORC presented its
position to the Minister and are waiting for a further meeting
within the next few weeks. Graham Martin commented that
Minister Smitherman considers Seaton a Provincial priority.
Steve enquired if there were any consideration of the issues
raised in the NHS report. Graham advised that the NHS is of
provincial interest and part of the CPDP and will be part of
the overall discussions on Seaton. Steve advised that
discussions should be held between the City, the Region,
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TRCA and the Province with regards to implementation of the
NHS strategy.
Peter Rodrigues enquired if the Minister is still committed to
the employment lands being a priority before residential
development is allowed and stated that in these current
economic times, it will be a challenge to encourage
businesses to relocate to create 35,000 jobs.
Graham mentioned that the proposed Seaton development is
part of the CPDP and the Minister is fully aware of these
issues and they will not be changed.
Councillor Littley noted that draft plan submissions have been
made for most of the lands in Seaton, and wondered how the
CPDP, the Neighbourhood Planning Program and OMS
processes may come together. Graham indicated the
Province is aware of the issue and the Province wants to find
an amicable and progressive way to move forward.
Lloyd commented that Seaton is not urban sprawl but a
planned community.
6. Other Studies All
Dorothy mentioned that the closing date of January 29m for
the RFP for the Infrastructure EA has been amended to
Thursday, February 1 ih and notification of award of the EA
consulting contract should be made by Regional Council on
April 1 51.
7. Next Meeting All
Tentative date for next meeting is Thursday, February19tn at
9:30 am.
Meeting Adjourned: 10:45 am
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Minutes
Pickering Advisory Committee
On Race Relations & Equity
January 8,2009
7:00 PM
Tower Room
Citq o~
Attendees:
Absent:
Raymond George Facey, Community Appointee
Steve Holt, Community Appointee
Sethu Madhavan, Community Appointee
Kirk Mark, Community Appointee
Devinder Kaur Panesar, Community Appointee
Tiera Dookhie, J. Clarke Richardson School
Becky George, Pickering Public Library
Emily Honsberger, Dunbarton High School
Marisa Carpino, City of Pickering
Linda Roberts, Recording Secretary
Councillor David Pickles, Chair
Margaret Lazarus, Valley Farm Public School
Brandyn Mascall, St. Mary Catholic School
Sylvie Morel-Foster, Durham Catholic District School Board
Fred Gibson, Pickering Carib Canadian Cultural Association
Philip Howard, Durham District School Board
Item Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items I
/ (summary of discussion) Status
Ref (include
# deadline as
appropriate)
1..0 Welcome All
Marisa welcomed everyone and introductions were made around the table,
as we welcomed our three new members to the Committee.
2.0 Review & Approval of Agenda &. Minutes All
Marisa reviewed the action items from the December 4th, 2008 minutes and
provided an update on the following:
. Unable to coordinate the attendance of delegations from the Multi-
Faith organizations for the December 15th Council meeting.
. Emily will provide information on the Diversity Camp for 2009 at our
next meeting, as they will be meeting on Monday
. Holiday Celebrations Update - hope to have multi-faith organizations
respond to survey, invite them out to meetings and provide
information for our cultural calendar
Committee approved the agenda.
3.0 2009 Events
fYOUlnity's Diversity Camp - March 2009
Marisa provided an overview of the Diversity Camp and explained the
formation and function of the sub-committee [YOU]nity. Emily provided an
update with respect to this item and a brief overview of the 2008 camp:
. Two day event during March break
. Students from grades 6 - 8 were invited to attend
. Activities, a guest speaker, lunch and snacks provided
. Approximately 20 students participated - good turnout for first year
· Free to participants with the support of the Race Relations Committee
. Next meeting is coming up on Monday
. Library is booked for March 16th and 1 th for March Break 2009
Marisa requested to be provided with the dates and times for this year as
well as the event structure (registration information) as soon as possible so
promotions can be initiated.
Emily explained a similar program run by the school boards, STAR
(Students Together Against Racism). She also noted she will be unable to
attend the camp this year as she will be away, but will still be involved in the
planning process.
Discussion ensued with respect to a guest speaker for the event. Tiera
suggested the author Itah Sadu, that had spoken at the 2008 Race
Relations Forum.
Pinball Clemons was also suggested as a guest speaker. Kirk will forward
contact information onto Emily.
Heritaqe Day on February 21 , 2009
Marisa provided an overview of this event and noted it will be held on
February 21, 2009 and will be located in the Food Court at the Pickering
Town Centre this year due to ongoing construction at the mall. She
provided an update as follows:
. Invitations have gone out with a deadline of January 8th, 2009
. Great response in signups
. Marisa handed out a list of the performers and booths that have
booked to date
Emily to
provide to
Marisa
Marisa to
forward info
to Emily
Kirk Mark to
forward
contact info
to Emily
· Booths will be set up at various locations throughout the mall - let
Marisa know if you have any suggestions
. [YOU]nity noted they would like to have a booth this year
· It was suggested we avoid any loud bands due to our location in the
food court this year
· Deadline for booking performers is early next week (January 12th)
· Welcoming remarks will take place at 1 :30 pm with Councillor Pickles
introducing various government dignitaries in attendance at that time.
(Mayor, Councillors)
Marisa noted that she would like to know who will be attending to help with
the booths that day, and what time they would be available. Confirmed at
this meeting:
Kirk Mark - available after 1 :00 pm
Raymond Facey - available from 11 :00 am to 12:00 pm
Marisa explained how promotion for this event is done, through the News
Advertiser, media release, website, electronic boards. She noted that the
media is always in attendance the day of the event.
Suggestion was made for possibly appearing on the local cable show for
promotion purposes as well.
Race Relations Forum on March 25. 2009
The Race Relations Forum is scheduled for March 25. This was launched
in September with a creative arts component included this year. This year's
statement is "Imagining our Diverse Community where we are all treated
with dignity, fairness and respect...." Marisa provided an explanation of the
judging process. Judges will be Mark Holland, MP, Mike Johnstone, News
Advertiser and Cynthia Mearns, CEO Pickering Public Library for the written
submissions. Members from the PineRidge Arts Council will be judging the
creative arts submissions. The judging will take place in mid-January and
the winning entries will be on view in the lobby at the Pickering Civic
Complex. Invitations will go out in early February.
Guest speakers were discussed with the following suggestions being made:
Minister of Education, Kathleen Wynne
Dorsey James - Pickering resident and member of PineRidge Arts Council
Dr. Jean Augustine - Minister for the Status of Women & Multiculturalism
Alvin Curling - Canada's ambassador to the Dominican Republic
Marisa noted she will provide this information to Councillor Pickles.
Kirk Mark noted that he would like to see work from the previous years
Marisa will
email Emily a
description of
the event
Marisa to
forward
suggestions
to Councillor
Pickles
compiled into book form for publication. Steve Holt noted this would enable
students to qualify for potential grants, if they have had their work published.
All members of the Committee were encouraged to attend this event.
4.0
2009 Annual Work Plan
..
Marisa requested the Committee give some thought to what initiatives we
would like to see completed for 2009. A brief overview of our 2008
accomplishments took place.
Emily will put the coffee shop on her next agenda for discussion. She noted
she has already started to foster other students to take over as current
student [YOUI]nity members prepare for university.
Suggestions for our 2009 work plan:
. Presentation at Council from multi-faith organizations in December
2009
. Booth at Library for various cultural celebrations in 2009
. Outreach - supporting the work of other cultural organizations by
encouraging Committee members to attend their functions - any
invitations received by the Committee go out to all Race Relations
members
. Establish a meeting between PAC4-Teens and [YOU]nity - to enable
the members from each group to know each other and the mandate
of their groups
. Cultural holidays - hope to expand on this component - ways to
promote and develop strategy
. Town Hall symposium on current conditions of Race Relations and
Diversity - have a panel and moderator to take questions from the
audience
. Order name tags for Committee members
. Continue recruitment of student representatives from all high schools
Marisa noted we hope to get a better response from the community survey
when we do another one in March.
Any further suggestions for the 2009 work plan will be discussed at the next
meeting.
5.0 Other Business
5.1) Schools - it was questioned whether anything was happening with
respect to Asian Heritage Month in the schools. Emily noted there is a
cultural show at Dunbarton High School, but was not sure of the date.
Place on
February
agenda
5.2) Library - Becky noted there were events happening with respect to
Black Heritage Month with demonstrations. She noted this is free to
the public and is being held in the Central Library Auditorium.
5.3) Civic Awards Event - Marisa noted this event will be taking place on
May 25,2009
5.4) Kirk suggested a social event be held in conjunction with our June
meeting. Possibly we could do something down at the waterfront.
5.5) Raymond suggested the committee look into hosting a job fair, in
conjunction with the Library
5.6) Steve recommended that the committee look into working with the
colleges and universities to generate more student interest and also
reach out to more schools to encourage additional student
representatives to attend our meetings. Get more high schools
involved, ma be throu h YOU nit meetin s.
7.0 NextMeetin
Next Meetin :
5,2009 at 7 m in the Main Committee Room
Meeting Adjourned: 8:40 pm
Copy: City Clerk
Becky will
email
information
Place on
February
agenda
CiiIJ (J~ Minutes
Waterfront Coordinating Committee
January 15, 2009
7: 1 0 pm
Main Committee Room
Attendees: Councillor O'Connell, Chair
Craig Bamford
Kathleen Corcoran
Jim Dike
Zoia Horne
Christian Medy
David Steele
David Stone
Arnold Mostert, Coordinator, Landscape & Park Development
Linda Roberts, Recording Secretary
Regrets: Councillor Dickerson, Vice-Chair
Kevin Tower
1.0 Welcome & Introductions
Councillor O'Connell welcomed everyone to the meeting and
introductions were made around the table as we welcomed our
three new members to the Committee.
Councillor O'Connell provided a brief overview of our ongoing
Committee projects for our new members.
2.0 Approval of Minutes
Moved by Craig Bamford
Seconded by Jim Dike
That the minutes of the November 20, 2008 meeting be
approved.
Carried
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Copies of the 2009 schedule for the Waterfront Coordinating
Committee meetings were handed out to the members.
Councillor O'Connell explained the purpose of having the
alternate dates set in the event the scheduled . meeting is
cancelled, this provides a backup. She indicated the benefits of
having alternate dates should they be needed.
The Committee approved the 2009 meeting schedule.
4.0 Great Waterfront Trail Adventure 2009 U date
Councillor O'Connell I provided an overview of the first annual
bike ride which took place last year from Niagara to the Quebec
border. Plans are underway for the 2009 ride;
· The schedule has changed slightly from last year.
. Hope to showcase Pickering more this year
· will provide updates from time to time, and also noted the
fact that they are looking for volunteers.
· This would be a good opportunity for service clubs
. Event will be held in July, no date set as yet
· Registrations will end in June
Councillor
O'Connell will
provide updates
5.0 2009 Work Plan
Councillor O'Connell provided an overview of our 2008
accomplishments for the benefit of our new members. She then
opened up the meeting for discussion. Items were discussed as
follows:
. Grant - First Nation's Trail
· University of Toronto - willing to assist Committee in
obtaining funds
. Need to obtain priority list from consultant for Frenchman's
Bay Master Plan- request for our March meeting
. Next steps: accept list, agree with measures to fix
. Invite the consultant that is working on the priority list to
our next meeting
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Discussion ensued with respect to the priority list and funding for
the projects, how best to proceed and speed up the process. Councillor
O'Connell to
Councillor O'Connell will speak to Richard Holborn to get an action
update.
. Discussion ensued with respect to:
. Improvements to the eastern part of the trail
· Arnold provided update for new members - will bring
conceptual plan drawings to next meeting Arnold to action
. Discussion ensued on the southeast trunk sewer and the
odour facility - Councillor O'Connell noted she will be
bringing forth a motion at the January 19th Council meeting
· Revisit the issue of Frenchman's Bay - West Harbour -
designed to be natural
· Frenchman's Bay West Park - area not accessible to
public - make area safe
. This would involve minimal funds - focus on this for 2009
- possibly have organizations get involved to assist with
funding
It was questioned what was happening at West Shore - Arnold
noted there is some shoreline preservation happening at the
moment in order to stabilize the bank being done by TRCA.
Discussion ensued with respect to the trail and how it will evolve
from here, as there are two property owners still located there.
Discussed the possibility of a temporary trail.
It was suggested that we revisit the route of this trail through
Rodd Avenue.
Councillor O'Connell reviewed the Committee's list for 2009:
· Construction of First Nation's Trail - it was noted this is
construction ready
. Agreement with York/Durham
. Great Waterfront Trail Adventure
· Priority Plan - Frenchman's Bay/Stormwater Master Plan
· David Stone noted the importance of getting people from
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the West Spit to the East Spit
· Discussed looking into an Education Centre as a priority
project and possibly involving the University of Toronto
It was requested a follow up be done with TRCA on the off leash
dog park. Arnold noted the following:
· proposal should be coming forward in the Spring
. public meetings will be scheduled
· should be a pilot project for one year, at which time it will
be reviewed.
. No on street parking
Councillor O'Connell advised that she will keep the Committee
advised on this matter
6.0 Other Business
6.1) Councillor O'Connell informed the Committee that TRCA
has asked her to sit on their newly formed Community
Liasion Committee for the widening of the spit EA and
requested the Committee appoint an alternate. It was the
consensus of the Committee to appoint David Steele as
Councillor O'Connell's alternate on the TRCA's Community
Liasion Committee. No schedules have been created yet,
but they will be evening meetings.
Councillor
6.2) Zoia questioned the Committee's points of view regarding O'Connell/linda
plans. Councillor O'Connell provided an overview on the to action
scope, function and future development of the Waterfront
Trail. She noted she would provide the members with a
copy of the Waterfront Task Force Report. She further
explained the role of Committee members is primarily to
provide opinions/suggestions to staff and Council by
contributing their time, knowledge and expertise.
6.3) Christian questioned any action plans that may need to take
place in between meeting dates. It was noted that members
would be contacted if anything of urgency needs to take
place in between the meetings via email.
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6.4) Craig Bamford suggested the possibility of taking a small bus Councillor
tour which could include the lakefront at Promenade Park. O'Connell to look
into
6.5) Committee would like to encourage attendance with the
TRCA
6.6) Funding from City - Councillor O'Connell noted this would
be noted in the 2009 bud et as a line item.
7.0 Next Meetinq
Thursday, March 19, 2009 in the Main Committee Room
Meeting Adjourned: 9:30 pm
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Citq o~
Minutes I Meeting Summary
Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee
January 27,2009
7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
Attendees:
Councillor Johnson
Jim Simpson, Chair
Keith Falconer, Member
Richard Fleming, Member
Rhonda Lawson, Member
Devinder Kaur Panesar, Member
Gordon Zimmerman, Member
Debi Wilcox, City Clerk
Linda Roberts, (Recording Secretary)
Absent:
Shirley Curran, Member
Item / Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items / Status
Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as
appropriate)
1.0 Welcome
Jim Simpson, Acting Chair, welcomed our new members to
the meeting and introductions were made around the table.
2.0 Election of Chair & Vice-Chair
Jim Simpson turned the meeting over to Debi Wilcox, City
Clerk, for the purpose of electing a Chair and Vice-Chair of the
Committee.
Moved by Richard Fleming
Seconded by Gordon Zimmerman
That Jim Simpson be nominated for the position of Chair of the
Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee.
Jim Simpson accepted the nomination and the decision was
CARRIED
Debi Wilcox called for nominations for the position of Vice-
Chair of the Committee.
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Item /
Ref #
Details & Discussion & Conclusion
(summary of discussion)
Moved by Gordon Zimmerman
Seconded by Jim Simpson
That Richard Fleming be nominated for the position of Vice-
Chair of the Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee.
Richard Fleming accepted the nomination and the decision
was CARRIED.
Debi Wilcox provided a brief summary of the orientation for
committee members. She explained the process involved as
well as the protocol for meetings and the role of the Chair and
Committee members. Each member was given an orientation
package with the information included.
Debi advised the Committee that there were still vacancies on
the Committee, and if they knew of anyone interested, they
could encourage them to apply.
3.0
Debi informed the Committee that after this year, she would no
longer be the staff resource on the Committee, it would fall
under the Planning & Development Department, due to the
nature of commenting on applications, which can be quite
technical at times.
Approval of Minutes
Changes were noted to the November 25, 2008 meeting
minutes as follows:
Page 3 - 2nd paragraph: must have "Council direction".....
Page 5 - 1 st paragraph: "Jim" has been in touch... ....
Moved by Gordon Zimmerman
Seconded by Richard Fleming
That the minutes of November 25,2008 be adopted, as
amended.
CARRIED
4.0 New and Unfinished Business
4.1) Heritage Permit Application HPA 001/08
2935 Brock Road
Jim informed the Committee that a heritage permit application
had been received for 2935 Brock Road.
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Action Items / Status
(include deadline as
appropriate)
.
Linda to action
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Item /
Ref #
Details & Discussion & Conclusion
(summary of discussion)
Gordon Zimmerman provided the Committee with background
information regarding the application;
. Woodruff-Mackenzie house - 1840's stone farmhouse
. Has been designated as a heritage structure
. Owned by Ontario Realty Corporation
. Application to replace roof, repair masonry
Jim provided the Committee with a brief overview of the
heritage permit process for the new members. He explained
the Committee's position on commenting on applications. It
was requested that the Committee bring forward a formal
resolution at this meeting with regards to the application.
Moved by Gordon Zimmerman
Seconded by Richard Fleming
1. That Heritage Permit Application HPA 001/08 for property
municipally known as 2935 Brock Road, Pickering, be
approved as submitted;
2. That the comments from the Heritage Pickering Advisory
Committee, as prepared by member Gordon Zimmerman,
be forwarded to the Chief Building Official for his
information;
3. That the Chief Building Official be authorized, on behalf of
the Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee to provide the
necessary approvals to proceed with the work outlined in
HPA 001/08; and
4. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering give
effect thereto.
CARRIED
4.2) Ward House
Richard Fleming provided the Committee with information on
property located at 5113 Old Brock Road. Jim provided the
Committee with online photos of the Ward House. This is an
abandoned historic house currently listed for sale by Sotheby's
International Realty. It is not listed on the Municipal Heritage
Register. Discussion ensued on whether or not it was worth
placing on the Register. Jim Simpson suggested that he and
Gordon go out to look at the property and do a pre-assessment
to identify any heritage significance. Richard also noted he
would speak to Kim Thompson, Manager, By-law Enforcement
Services as she may have information on the history of the
property. Councillor Johnson noted the property had been
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Action Items / Status
(include deadline as
appropriate)
Jim and Gordon to
action
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Item /
Ref #
Details & Discussion & Conclusion
(summary of discussion)
vacant for quite some time and questioned the condition of the
interior, having been vacant during cold weather, etc. it may not
be worth saving.
4.3) 456 Finch Avenue
Jim noted a request had been received from Ellen Kowalchuk,
Ontario Realty Corporation with respect to any possible
heritage significance on 456 Finch Avenue. It is currently
owned by the Province, and they are looking to sell. Jim will
respond to Ellen stating that the Committee has no comments,
as they feel there is no heritage interest on this property, but
also thanking them for bringing it to our attention and providing
the Committee the opportunity to comment on it.
4.4) 2009 Workplan
Jim Simpson provided an overview of the 2009 workplan and
opened the meeting up for a discussion of topics:
. Intent of the Committee should be to help drive
designations of heritage properties
. Choose measurable goals to accomplish
. Back to basics approach
. Establish a target for designations - create an action
plan
. Municipal Register
. Managing infrastructure through IT - this eQuid
possibly be a project for a student
. 2011 will be Pickering's 200 year celebrations - find
out what other heritage boards have done in their
municipalities
. Walk of Fame - develop a formal plan - find a
location
. Communicate more with the community
It was requested we forward the Municipal Heritage Register to
all new members and also to have available background
information on researching items. Gordon Zimmerman noted
that the local history room in the Pickering Public Library is a
good resource.
Jim asked that the Municipal Heritage Register be placed on
the February agenda for the Committee to review and develop
a short list for designations.
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Action Items / Status
(include deadline as
appropriate)
Jim to action
Linda to action
Linda to action
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Item / Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items / Status
Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as
appropriate)
Councillor Johnson suggested we archive minutes for residents
. to view.
Jim asked for a template for the workplan, as he and Richard Jim and Richard to
will work on this and review with the Committee at the February action
24th meeting.
5.0 Correspondence
5.1) Borden Ladner Gervais
OMB Hearinq Date
Letter received on December 19th, 2008 from the Ontario
Municipal Board with respect to a hearing date of February 9th,
2009 was received for information.
5.2) Ontario Heritaqe Trust
Letter received from Ontario Heritage Trust with respect to
Heritage week being held February 16th_22nd, 2009 was
received for information.
5.3) Community Heritaqe Ontario
CHO News was received for information and copies were
available for the Committee members.
Registration form was handed out for the upcoming conference
on Preservin~ Heritage Schools. Registration deadline is
February 23r . The conference is on Saturday, February 28th,
2009 at the Kensinqton Market Lofts.
6.0 Other Business
6.1) Debi Wilcox, City Clerk, provided the members with a copy
of the draft budget for the Heritage Pickering Committee. She
indicated the University of Toronto has confirmed a student for
our Committee this year, subject to Budget approval by Council.
She reviewed the budget items and asked i(anyone had any
changes to please email Linda Roberts at
lroberts@citvofpickerinq.com
6.2) Richard Fleming noted that the house west of Whites
Road next to the Church is now gone.
6.3) Heritaae Dav
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Item / Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items / Status
Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as
appropriate)
Discussion ensued with respect to Heritage Pickering having a Linda to action
display booth in February for Heritage Day.
6.4) Rhonda Lawson noted that the Whitevale Spring Festival
will be held on May 23,2009.
7.0 Next meetinQ
February 24, 2009
8.0 Adiournment
Moved by Gordon Zimmerman
Seconded by Keith Falconer
That the meeting be adjourned.
CARRIED
The meetinQ adiourned at 8:50pm.
Copy: City Clerk
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