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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 21, 2008 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers PRESENT: Mayor David Ryan COUNCILLORS: D. Dickerson R. Johnson B. Littley B. McLean J. O'Connell D. Pickles ALSO PRESENT: T. J. Quinn E. Buntsma N. Carroll T. Melymuk G. Paterson A. Allison S. Reynolds D. Wilcox D. Shields - Chief Administrative Officer - Director, Operations & Emergency Services - Director, Planning & Development - Director, Office of Sustainability - Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer - City Solicitor - Division Head, Culture & Recreation - City Clerk - Deputy Clerk (I) INVOCATION Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order and led Council in the saying of the Invocation. (II) ADOPTION OF MINUTES Resolution #01/08 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Dickerson In Camera Council Minutes, December 17, 2007 Council Meeting Minutes December 17, 2007 Planning & Development Committee, January 7, 2008 CARRIED 1 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers Resolution #02/08 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Dickerson Minutes of the Council Strategy Session, January 15, 2008, as amended by the deletion in Section II) b), second paragraph, "(go to bottom of Sunrise)", and Section II) d), last paragraph "(ie: near Devi Mander entrance)". CARRIED (III) PRESENTATIONS 1. Mr. David Clark, EVP, Corporate Services & CFO Mr. Michael Angemeer, President and CEO Veridian Corporation Re: Cheque Presentation to Pickerinq Council David Clark, EVP, Corporate Services & CFO for Veridian Corporation appeared before Council to present the 2007 dividend cheque in the amount of $1,640,000.00 for the City of Pickering. (V) DELEGATIONS 1. Inspector Steve Ross 19 Division Durham Reqional Police Service Inspector Steve Ross appeared before Council to introduce himself to the City of Pickering and noted that he looked forward to working with the City and its residents. 2. Edna Klazek CEO, United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge Re: Update on Consultation bv Orqanization Edna Klazek, CEO, United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge appeared before Council to update them on the initiatives of the United Way and the progress made with lobbying the Provincial and Federal Governments for additional funding. Ms. Klazek also noted that she would continue to send Council updates 2 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers on the program development and consultation progress with the community and organizations involved with the United Way. 3. Maurice Brenner a) Fairport Road Traffic Calming b) Rail Safety c) Future of Pickerinq B Resolution #03/08 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor O'Connell That the rules of procedure be suspended in order to extend the delegation time. MOTION DEFEATED ON A RECORDED VOTE YES NO Councillor Dickerson Councillor McLean Councillor O'Connell Councillor Johnson Councillor Littley Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan Maurice Brenner appeared before Council regarding traffic and rail safety issues. Mr. Brenner stated that Fairport Road residents had concerns regarding the speed and amount of traffic on Fairport Road. Mr. Brenner introduced Wayne Gibson, a Fairport Road resident. Mr. Gibson stated that he was very concerned with the safety of the residents on Fairport Road and that even though the Police have been there on numerous occasions, as soon as they leave the speed increases again. He stated that there needed to be some traffic calming measures put in place for Fairport Road. Mr. Brenner stated that the residents were willing to work with the City to rectify the problem. Mr. Brenner submitted a petition to the City Clerk requesting traffic calming on Fairport Road. Mr. Brenner also briefly noted that a report had been sent to the City Clerk for Council outlining issues related to rail safety 4. Ahmad Zazo Quality Packaging Canada Re: 1936 Silicone Drive 3 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers Ahmad Zazo appeared before Council and noted his concerns on how the Planning & Development Department were handling his zoning application. He stated that he has had to make many changes to his plan and is still waiting for it to be approved. He stated that he felt he was doing everything he has been told to do and feels he has been treated unfairly. Mr. Zazo has been thinking about terminating the application and taking his business elsewhere. 5. Wilma Flavell Re: Notice of Motion on Train Safety Audit Wilma Flavell, a resident of Pickering, appeared before Council and noted her concerns with noise and vibrations the trains created in her area. She stated that she has lived in this area since 1990 and the problem has continually increased over the years. She also stated that she is finding cracks in her house and that they cannot even sit outside anymore because of the noise of the trains. 6. Don Harvey Re: Request for Funding made by David Grey Eagle Sandford With Respect to the Central Pickering Development Plan Don Harvey, a representative of the Cherrywood District Residents Association appeared before Council in opposition to the City of Pickering considering a request for financial funding made by David Grey Eagle Sanford to continue his legal fight against the Province with respect to the Central Pickering Development Plan. 7. Janice Frampton Re: New and Unfinished Business Report OES 01-08, By-law #6826/08 Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative (Mill) Grant Application Pickerinq Recreation Complex Expansion Project Janice Frampton, a resident of Pickering, appeared before Council in opposition to an Mill Grant from the Province being used to expand the Pickering Recreation Complex. Ms. Frampton felt that using the money for this project would add a huge expenditure to the residents taxes since the expansion would be $3 million dollars more than the grant would cover. She felt that there were other projects that could be considered that wouldn't cost as much. 4 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers (VI) CORRESPONDENCE 1. CaRR. 01-08 GEORGE S. GRAHAM, CLERK-ADMINISTRATOR TOWNSHIP OF BROCK 1 Cameron Street East, Box 10, Canninqton, ON LOE 1 EO Resolution #04/08 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Johnson That CaRR. 01-08 from George S. Graham, Clerk-Administrator, Township of Brock, requesting support of a resolution passed on December 17, 2007 regarding the proposed changes to the regulatory framework for Non-Agricultural Source Materials, be endorsed. CARRIED 2. CaRR. 02-08 AL CORMIER COR AL SERVICES Suite 309, 15 - 6400 Millcreek Road Mississauqa, ON L5N 3E7 Resolution #05/08 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Littley That CaRR. 02-08 from AI Cormier, Cor AI Services who has been retained by Go Transit, with regards to the use of bike racks on GO Transit buses, and requesting a letter of support from the City, be endorsed. CARRIED 3. CaRR. 03-08 SANDY RIDER 494 Whitevale Road Whitevale, ON LOH 1 MO Resolution #06/08 5 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor McLean That CaRR. 03-08 from Sandy Rider, concerning accountability and transparency and a request to eliminate the use of communication devices during Council meetings, be received for information. CARRIED 4. CaRR. 04-08 Receive for Information DAVID CLARK, FCMA, C. DIR. EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CORPORATE SERVICES VERIDIAN CORPORATION 55 Taunton Road East Aiax, ON L 1T 3V3 Resolution #07/08 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles That CaRR. 04-08 from David Clark, Executive Vice President, Veridian Corporation with respect to the new dividend policy regarding shareholder dividends, be received for information. CARRIED 5. CORR. 05-08 TERRY NUSPL NATIVE ACTIVIST 140 Woodview Drive Pickerinq, ON Resolution #08/08 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles That CaRR. 05-08 from Terry Nuspl, Pickering resident, providing for Council's information, an affidavit dated August 3, 2006 from Max Gros-Louis, Grand Chief of the Huron-Wendat Nation, member of the Founding First Nations Circle indicating that the Province consults with the 7 Chiefs as the official 6 CilLJ o~ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers representative for Seaton Lands, in response to a news article about D. Sanford, Native Activist requesting funding, be received for information. CARRIED 6. CORR. 06-08 DWAYNE CAMPBELL PROJECT PLANNER REGION OF DURHAM 605 Rossland Road East Whitby, ON L 1 N 6A3 Resolution #09/08 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Littley That CORR. 06-08 from Dwayne Campbell, Project Planning, Region of Durham with regards to an application for a Regional Official Plan Amendment received from Duffin Heights Landowners Group Inc., be referred to the Director, Planning and Development to report. CARRIED 7. CORR.07-08 MAURICE S. BRENNER COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL ADVOCATE Resolution #10/08 Moved by Councillor O'Connell Seconded by Councillor McLean That CORR. 07-08 from Maurice Brenner, Community and Social Advocate with respect to traffic calming issues on Fairport Road, be endorsed. MOTION DEFEATED Resolution #11/08 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Pickles 7 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers That CORR. 07-08 from Maurice Brenner, Community and Social Advocate with respect to traffic calming issues on Fairport Road, be referred to the Director, Operations & Emergency Services to report. CARRIED 8. CORR. 08-08 Motion to Proclaim DONALD IGBOKWE MUL TIFAITH WORLD RELIGION DAY TASK FORCE OF DURHAM 2590 Brock Road, Pickerinq, ON L 1V 2P8 Resolution #12/08 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That CORR. 08-08 from Donald Igbokwe, Project Coordinator, World Religion Program, requesting the City of Pickering proclaim January 20, 2008 as World Religion Day, be proclaimed. CARRIED 9. CORR. 09-08 NADA LOUGHEAD HEART MONTH COORDINATOR HEART & STROKE FOUNDATION OF ONTARIO 201-209 Dundas Street East Whitby. ON L 1 N 7H8 Resolution #13/08 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That CORR. 09-08 from Nada Loughead, Heart Month Coordinator, Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario requesting the City of Pickering proclaim February as Heart Month, be proclaimed. CARRIED 8 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers (VII) COMMITTEE REPORTS a) REPORT PD 2008-01 OF THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 1. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 01-08 Duffin Developments Inc. Plan of Subdivision 40M-1512 Duffin Developments Inc. Plan of Subdivision 40M-1513 813468 Ontario Limited Plan of Subdivision 40M-1638 Final Assumption of Plans of Subdivision COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report PD 01-08 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding the Assumption of Plans 40M-1512, 40M-1513 and 40M-1638, be received; 2. That the highways being Greenmount Street, Strathmore Crescent and Denvale Drive within Plan 40M-1512 be assumed for public use; 3. That the highways being Harrowsmith Court, Dellbrook Avenue, Somergrove Crescent and Annan Woods Drive within Plan 40M-1513 be assumed for public use; 4. That the highway being Streamside Court within Plan 40M-1638 be assumed for public use; 5. That the services required by the Subdivision Agreements relating to Plans 40M-1512, 40M-1513 and 40M-1638, which are constructed, installed or located on lands dedicated to, or owned by the City, or on lands lying immediately adjacent thereto, including lands that are subject to easements transferred to the City, be accepted and assumed for maintenance, save and except from Blocks 92 and 93, Plan 40M-1512, Blocks 112 and 113, Plan 40M-1513 and Blocks 7 and 8, Plan 40M-1638; and 6. That the Subdivision Agreements and any amendments thereto relating to Plans 40M-1512, 40M-1513 and 40M-1638, be released and removed from title. 9 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers 2. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 02-08 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 7/07 Germaine F. Bonada 1434 Altona Road (Part of Lot 33, Range 3 B.F.C., Part 2, 40R-10418) City of Pickerinq COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 7/07 submitted by Germaine F. Bonada to amend the zoning of the subject property to a 'S2' - Single Detached Dwelling Residential zone in order to permit the creation of two lots with minimum frontage of 13.5 metres on lands being Part of Lot 33, Range 3 B.F.C., Part 2, 40R-1 0418, City of Pickering, be approved, and; 2. Further, that the amending zoning by-law to implement Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 7/07, as set out in Appendix I to Report PD 02- 08 be forwarded to City Council for enactment. 3. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 03-08 Rouge River Watershed Plan - Final Draft Report of the Rouge Watershed Task Force 2007 Toronto and Reqion Conservation Authority COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report PD 03-08 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding the Rouge River Watershed Plan - Final Draft, be received; 2. That the Final Draft "Rouge River Watershed Plan - Towards a Healthy and Sustainable Future" of the Rouge Watershed Task Force be received; 3. That Council support in principle the proposed strategies, management philosophy and implementation recommendations set out in the "Rouge River Watershed Plan"; 4. That Council authorize staff to work with staff of Toronto Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), Rouge Park, the Region of Durham and other municipalities, residents and stakeholders, as appropriate, to support the proposed implementation measures, including considering participation in the anticipated Rouge River Implementation Committee; 10 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers 5. That Council request staff to include appropriate policies to recognize the Rouge River Watershed Plan in the Pickering Official Plan through the City's Official Plan Review; and 6. Further, that a copy of Report PO 03-08, along with Council's recommendation thereon, be forwarded to TRCA, the Region of York, the Town of Markham, the City of Toronto, the Town of Richmond Hill, the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville and the Region of Durham for information. Resolution #14/08 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Pickles That the Report of the Planning and Development Committee PO 2008-01, dated January 7, 2008, be adopted. CARRIED (VIII) NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 01-08 Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative (Mill) Grant Application Pickerinq Recreation Complex Expansion Project A detailed question and answer period ensued on this matter. Resolution #15/08 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Pickles 1. That Report OES 01-08 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services be Received; 2. That Council approves the Recreation Complex Expansion Project that includes the construction of aerobics studios and doubles squash courts as the project for application under Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative; 3. That the application request a grant in the amount of $1.0 million; 11 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers 4. That Council authorize and approve the attached By-law confirming their support of this Grant Application. 5. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be given authority to give effect thereto. CARRIED ON A RECORDED VOTE YES NO Councillor Dickerson Councillor Johnson Councillor Littley Councillor McLean Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan Councillor O'Connell (IX) NOTICES OF MOTION TRAIN SAFETY AUDIT Resolution #16/08 Moved by Councillor O'Connell Seconded by Councillor Dickerson WHEREAS the recent derailments across Canada and the derailment of the cargo train in March on the Canadian National Railway (CN) line in the City of Pickering has brought forth the realization that the trains traveling in our City must be policed to ensure the safety of our residents and environment; and WHEREAS the City of Pickering is no longer a rural area and there has been significant growth with more growth expected under the 'Places to Grow' legislation; and WHEREAS there are a number of homes directly adjacent to railway tracks which run throughout the City, of which owners have reported damage to their homes; and WHEREAS enforcement of speed regulations under the Rail Safety Act will help ensure community safety along the tracks and 12 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers WHEREAS a review of the maximum allowed speeds at which trains may travel throughout the City should be reviewed to take into account the current urbanization in the City of Pickering; and WHEREAS the City of Pickering views the safety of our residents to be of the utmost importance, therefore the enforcement of the Rail Safety Act is a proactive necessity that will reduce the potential for tragedy; NOW THEREFORE The City of Pickering resolves to Minister Cannon, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities that the City of Pickering would like to file a formal complaint on behalf of the community against the operators of the CN and CP railway companies. The City of Pickering is requesting the Minister's office to undertake a full due diligence safety audit and to; (a) promote and provide for the safety of the public and personnel, and the protection of property and the environment, in the operation of railways; (b) recognize the responsibility of railway companies in ensuring the safety of their operations; and (c) facilitate a modern, flexible and efficient regulatory scheme that will ensure the continuing enhancement of railway safety. FURTHER, that M.P Dan McTeague for Pickering-Scarborough East, and M.P Mark Holland for Ajax-Pickering, be sent a copy of this resolution. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY ON A RECORDED VOTE (X) BY-LAWS 6824/08 Being a by-law to appoint By-law Enforcement Officers for the purpose of enforcing parking restrictions on private property. 6825/08 Being a by-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 3304/89, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham in Part of Lot 33, Range 3 B.F.C., in the City of Pickering. 6826/08 Being a by-law to authorize the submission of an application to the Ontario Infrastructure Projects Corporation (OIPC) for funding from the Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative for a new eligible capital project of the Corporation of the City of Pickering and to approve the expenditure of funds on said eligible capital project. 13 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers THIRD READING: Councillor Dickerson, seconded by Councillor Johnson, moved that By-law Numbers 6824/08 to 6826/08 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 (XI) OTHER BUSINESS a) Councillor McLean requested staff look into the number of parking space on the Home Depot site allocated for the restaurant site. b) Councillor Dickerson requested staff look into the Letter of Credit for Marcan Transport on Bayly Street. (XII) CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS In Camera Meetinq of Council 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 #17/08 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Johnson That Council go In Camera in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act for the purposes of personal matters about an identifiable individual, including employees of the City; a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land for City purposes and labour relations or employee negotiations. CARRIED a) Land Acquisition Matter Pickerinq Parkway Surplus Land Refer to the In Camera minutes for further information. [City Clerk has custody and control of the In Camera minutes]. 14 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers b) Appointment to the Pickerinq Museum Advisory Committee Refer to the In Camera minutes for further information. [City Clerk has custody and control of the In Camera minutes]. c) Recommendation from the Taxicab Advisory Committee Refer to the In Camera minutes for further information. [City Clerk has custody and control of the In Camera minutes]. d) Verbal Update from the Chief Administrative Officer with respect to a Personnel Matter Resolution #18/08 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That Council rise into open session of Council. CARRIED a) Land Acquisition Matter Pickerinq Parkway Surplus Land Resolution #19/08 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Johnson That the recommendation as contained in City Land Disposal/Acquisition Information Sheet dated January 21,2008, Pickering Parkway Surplas Lands, be adopted. CARRIED b) Appointment to the Pickerinq Museum Advisory Committee Resolution #20/08 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor McLean 15 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers That Michael Managhan be appointed to the Pickering Museum Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2008. CARRIED c) Recommendation from the Taxicab Advisory Committee Resolution #21/08 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Johnson That the recommendation as contained in Section 2.0 of the In Camera minutes of the Taxicab Advisory Committee, dated December 14, 2007, be adopted. CARRIED d) Verbal Update from the Chief Administrative Officer with respect to a Personnel Matter The Chief Administrative Officer provided a brief review of the status of negotiations with the Pickering Professional Firefighters Association and CUPE. (XII) CONFIRMATION BY-LAW By-law Number #6827/08 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 In Camera and Regular Meeting of January 21, 2008. CARRIED (XIII) ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 11 :45 pm 16 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, January 21, 2008 7:30 PM Council Chambers DATED this 21 st day of January, 2008 fk MAYOR D YAN ~kc2b .wJc~__ DEBI A. WILCOX . CITY CLERK 17