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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 22, 2013Present: Mayor Ryan Councillors: K. Ashe D. Dickerson B. McLean J. O'Connell D. Pickles P. Rodrigues Also Present: Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers T. Prevedel - Chief Administrative Officer P. Bigioni - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor M. Carpino - Director, Culture & Recreation R. Holborn - Director, Engineering & Public Works T. Melymuk - Director, City Development B. Douglas - Fire Chief D. Shields - City Clerk C. Rose - (Acting) Chief Planner C. Grant - CEO, Pickering Public Library S. Karwowski - (Acting). Divison Head, Finance & Treasurer L. Winterstein - Manager, Marketing & Business Development M. Gadzovski - Manager, Water Resources C. Hodge - Coordinator, Economic Development D. Pandy - Coordinator, Transportation Engineering F. Jadoon - Coordinator, Economic Development L. Roberts - Committee Coordinator (II) Invocation Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order and led Council in the saying of the Invocation. (III) Disclosure of Interest No disclosures of interest were noted. (IV) Adoption of Minutes F!-j`,41d4fflNi HOI �;c == �� Resolution #58/13 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers Council Meeting Minutes, March 25, 2013 Special Council Minutes, April 8, 2013 Special In Camera Council Minutes, April 8, 2013 Planning & Development Committee Minutes, April 8, 2013 Executive Committee Minutes, April 15, 2013 Carried (V) Presentations Presentation — Pickering Public Library Board Brian James, Vice Chair of the Pickering Public Library Board appeared before Council to recognize and celebrate. the achievements of Cathy Grant, CEO, Pickering Public Library and Kathy Williams, Director of Public Services. Mr. James noted they have completed the Advanced Public Library Leadership certificate program, which is a two year program. He congratulated them for their dedication, drive and commitment to the residents of Pickering. 2. Presentation of Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal Mayor Ryan presented Tom Melymuk, Director, City Development with the Queen's Diamond Jubilee medal for his work with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities related to Partners for Climate Protection Program as well as the Sustainable Community Program. (VI) Delegations Roger Anderson, Regional Chair Region of Durham Roger Anderson, Regional Chair, Region of Durham, appeared before Council to provide an overview of the Region's 2012 achievements. Mr. Anderson provided highlights of 2012, noting the challenges related to the democratic process and land use planning. He noted that the direct election of the Regional Chair will be moving ahead, starting in 2014. He also noted that the Federal Ridings in Durham Region will almost be kept whole within the regional boundaries. He noted that a small area of Clarington is outside of the Region, but he hoped they would incorporate that into Durham Region at the end. 2 2. 4 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers Mr. Anderson stated that through negotiations with the Province, their efforts to resolve Regional Official Plan Amendment 128 have finally been concluded with most of the major issues being approved by the Ontario Municipal Board. This provides for an up to date Regional Official Plan to support development. Mr. Anderson stated that the Region is also in the process of updating the Regional Development Charges By -laws which will include a new area - specific DC for Seaton. Mr. Anderson explained the Region's continued investment in infrastructure, which includes the widening of Brock Road to seven lanes from the 401 to Kingston Road. He noted that Durham Region Transit reached the 60 million rider mark in 2012, and it is expected to carry 11 million riders in 2013. He also discussed the construction of the Highway 2 Bus Rapid Transit project, beginning this year which will run from Harwood through the Salem Road intersection providing peak period service every 7 '/2 minutes from the Courthouse in Oshawa to the Scarborough U of T campus . He outlined upgrades to the water and sewer systems, as well as plans to accommodate the twinning of sanitary sewers to accommodate growth in Pickering. He stated the waste diversion efforts continue, noting expansion to the recycling program. He discussed the climate change initiatives, which include the installation of roof top solar panels on three seniors buildings in the Region. Other updates included an increase in affordable housing, tourism projects and foreign investments. A question and answer period ensued. Questions were posed with respect to the timeframes for the extension of Whites Road to Sideline 26, transportation concerns, timing of the Whitevale By -pass and the urbanization of Finch Avenue. It was also questioned how jobs would be ensured for Seaton. Members questioned communications processes within the Region with respect to notification in the event of accidents, such as occurred recently with the York/Durham sewer pipe. A notification protocol was also questioned for alerting sirens to inform residents when testing is taking place. Also discussed was the Region of Durham's position regarding casinos with respect to revenue sharing. Rouge Valley Health System Annual Update David Brazeau, Director of Public Affairs, appeared before Council to provide an update with respect to the Rouge Valley Health Systems. Through the aid of a power point presentation, he highlighted their successes in health care, noting increased service levels and decreased wait times during a time of tremendous growth. He explained their capital investments and noted through the tremendous support and fund raising efforts from residents and the City of Pickering, their purchase of essential equipment, such as a much needed MRI, which was moved in one year ahead of schedule. He also noted they are leaders in mental health and cardiac care. He 3 C,,U, U0 _ Council Meeting Minutes '' Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers stated that a new program started in 2013 which allows some patients to follow up via Skype from the comfort of their homes. Mr. Brazeau outlined the direction of the Board of CELHIN to form a partnership with Scarborough Hospital in a facilitated integration planning process to design and implement a Scarborough Cluster hospital services delivery model. He noted that Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering would remain part of Rouge Valley regardless of the Scarborough cluster process. He outlined plans to maintain or increase service quality in efforts to become more efficient and make the best use of staff. A question and answer period ensued regarding amalgamation, parking charges at hospitals, wait times and hours of operation for the MRI. 3. Ajax- Pickering Board of Trade Bill Zolis appeared before Council on behalf of the Ajax- Pickering Board of Trade to provide Council with their annual update. He noted their strong relationship with the City of Pickering and recognized the assistance of staff and volunteers through the year. He noted they have been an effective local voice of business for over 58 years. They are part of a network of over 190,000 businesses, noting their networking formula has received rave reviews. They continue to educate their members on new legislation through various means and focus on issues that matter to local business. He noted the main issues they have been following up on this year include transportation, Metrolinx, emergency preparedness and fraud. A question and answer period ensued with respect to the Board's position on the proposed new means of raising funds for Metrolinx. Mr. Zolis noted they were still in the process of gathering information and once compiled, they will release their position on this matter. 4. Report CAO 03 -13 Marion Thomas and Julie Schembri appeared before Council to ask that they carefully consider their letter of April 18 and adhere to the North Pickering Land Exchange and the Central Pickering Development Plan (CPDP). She also noted their desire to be included as a stakeholder in all discussions related to financing of infrastructure, the Hamlet of Whitevale traffic impacts as well as the proposed uses and densities. She stated that in previous dialogue with the Province, they had expressed their desire to see the return of heritage lot properties within Seaton to the original owners or current occupants. She stated the two key elements that were included in the CPDP which would see the protection of the Hamlet of Whitevale, being the Whitevale Bypass by diverting traffic away from the Hamlet and the Hamlet Heritage Open Space being an open buffer ll Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers area. She stated that increasing the 407 to six lanes would not address the capacity requirements for traffic. She also asked that these issues and those noted at the April 15t Executive Committee meeting be included as part of the OMB issues list. Ms. Thomas noted a development such as this required more time for residents to view the documents and provide comments, and indicated they would continue to advocate in order to achieve a positive outcome for all residents of Pickering. A question and answer period ensued with Members posing various questions for clarification.- (VII) Correspondence Corr. 16 -13 John Hazlewood Dan Horchik Elizabeth Plashkes Alan Powell Fair Hospital Parking Charges Discussion ensued with respect to bringing hospital parking fees down to a fair level. It was questioned whether this had an impact on patient care and also whether any other means of support was available to residents. Resolution #59/13 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor O'Connell That Corr. 16 -13 received from John Hazlewood, Dan Horchik, Elizabeth Plashkes and Alan Powell, seeking Council support for fair hospital parking charges by way of forwarding letters to the Premier, the Minister of Health and Long Term Care and all respective MP's, MPP's requesting that parking fees at Ontario Hospitals be reduced and capped at a fair rate be endorsed. Carried Unanimously On a Recorded Vote (VIII) Committee Reports a) Report PD 2013 -04 of the Planning & Development Committee 1. Director, City Development, Report PLN 05 -13 Craig Marshall 1897 Woodview Avenue »1 Council Decision Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers That Zoning By -law Amendment Application A 8/12, submitted by Craig Marshall, to amend the zoning of the subject lands to permit the creation of thirteen lots for future residential development on lands municipally known as 1897 Woodview Avenue, be approved; 2. That the draft zoning by -law to implement Zoning By -law Amendment Application A 8/12, as set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 05 -13, be finalized and forwarded to City Council for enactment; 3. That the request made by Craig Marshall, to permit the division of the subject lands, municipally known as 1897 Woodview Avenue, through land severance rather than by draft plan of subdivision, be approved; 4. That Informational Revision #18 to the City of Pickering Official Plan Highbush Neighbourhood Map (Map 20) to delete the street connection from Nordane Drive to Sandhurst Crescent, as set out in Appendix II, be approved; 5. That City staff begin the process of stopping -up, closing and declaring surplus the parts of Nordane Drive within Plans 40M -1861 and 40M -1892 required to complete the lotting pattern shown on Attachment #3, with the intent of conveying them to Craig Marshall for an amount to be determined by an appraisal and satisfactory to the City Solicitor; and that the sale of the lands will be subject to: a) all required easements; b) the preparation of the appropriate reference plans, at no cost to the City, legally describing the parts within Plans 40M -1861 and 40M -1892 being stopped -up, closed and conveyed; c) the preparation of an appraisal to determine the value of the lands; d) the payment of all legal costs and disbursements by Craig Marshall (the applicant); and e) Craig Marshall (the applicant) entering into the appropriate Development Agreement with the City for the development of the residential lots; and 6. Further, that Council authorize staff to bring forward the by -law required to formally stop -up and close the parts of Nordane Drive with Plans 40M -1861 and 40M -1892 required to complete the lotting pattern shown on Attachment #3 for enactment and registration. 2. Director, City Development, Report PLN 06 -13 Zoning By- IawAmendment Application A 6/12 Navraj Properties Inc. 720 Sheppard Avenue 9 • = =ice � ; —_= Council Decision Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers That Zoning By -law Amendment Application A 6/12, submitted by Navraj Properties Inc., to permit additional office and commercial uses on lands municipally known as 720 Sheppard Avenue be approved; and 2. Further, that the draft zoning by -law to implement Zoning By -law Amendment Application A 6/12, as set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 06 -13, be finalized and forwarded to City Council for enactment with the deletion of convenience store use under permitted uses. 3. Director, City Development, Report PLN 07 -13 Proposed Telecommunication Utility Poles The Regional Municipality of Durham 2105 Rosebank Road 1611 Pepperwood Gate 583 Eyer Drive 1610 Dersan Street Council Decision That the Region of Durham be advised that City Council supports the proposed 18.0 metre high telecommunication utility pole to be located at 2105 Rosebank Road, based on the design and other details submitted with this request; 2. That the Region of Durham be advised that City Council supports the proposed 18.0 metre high telecommunication utility pole to be located at 583 Eyer Drive based on the design and other details submitted with this request; 3. That the Region of Durham be advised that City Council supports the proposed 18.0 metre high telecommunication utility pole to be located at 1611 Pepperwood Gate based on the design and, other details submitted with this request; and 4. Further, that the Region of Durham be advised that City Council supports the proposed 18.0 metre high telecommunication utility pole to be located at 1610 Dersan Street based on the design and other details submitted with this request. Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor McLean Resolution #60/13 7 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers That Report PD 2013 -04 of the Planning & Development Committee, dated April 8, 2013, be adopted. Carried b) _Report EC 2013 -04 of the Executive Committee 2. Director, Culture & Recreation, Report CR 03 -13 Tender for Roof Replacement at Petticoat Creek Community Centre & Library -Tender-No. T =3 -2013 Council Decision That Report CR 03 -13 of the Director, Culture & Recreation regarding the Roof Replacement'at Petticoat Creek Community Centre & Library be received; 2. That Tender No. T -3 -2013 submitted by T. Hamilton & Son Roofing Inc. in the amount of $505,070.45 (HST included) be accepted; 3. That the total gross project cost of $580,780.00 (HST included), including the tender amount and other associated costs, and the total net project cost of $523,010.00 (net of HST rebate), be approved; 4. That Council authorize the (Acting) Division Head, Finance & Treasurer to finance the project as provided for in the 2013 Community Centres and Library Capital Budgets in the amount of $523,010.00 from the Federal Gas Tax Reserve Fund; and 5. . That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take necessary action to give effect thereto. 3. Director, Culture & Recreation, Report CR 04 -13 Tender No. T -2 -2013 - Tender for Roof Replacement at Fire Hall #5 Council Decision That Report CR 04 -13 of the Director, Culture & Recreation regarding the Roof Replacement at Fire Hall #5 be received; 2. That Tender No. T -2 -2013 submitted by T. Hamilton & Son Roofing Inca in the amount of $1 19,778.87 (HST included) be accepted; E tai 00 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers 3. That the total gross project cost of $136,729.00 (HST included), including the tender amount and other associated costs, and the total net project cost of $123,129.00 (net of HST rebate), be approved; 4. That Council authorize the (Acting) Division Head, Finance & Treasurer to finance the project as provided for in the 2013 Fire Services Capital Budget in the amount of $123,129.00 from Federal Gas Tax Reserve Fund; and 5. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take necessary action to give effect thereto. 4. Director, Culture & Recreation, Report CR 05 -13 Solstice Sport Inc. Beach Volleyball - Licence Agreement Council Decision That Report CR 05 -13 of the Director, Culture & Recreation regarding the Solstice Sport Inc. Beach Volleyball licence agreement be received; and 2. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a revised licence agreement pursuant to which Solstice Sport Inc. will be permitted to operate beach volleyball programs in Diana, Princess of Wales Park from May 1, 2013 to April 30, 2018, that is in the form and substance acceptable to the Director, Culture & Recreation and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor. 5. Director, Culture & Recreation, Report CR 07 -13 Tender for West Shore Community Centre Entrance & Washroom Renovation Project - Tender No. T -8 -2013 Council Decision That Report CR 07 -13 of the Director, Culture & Recreation regarding the West Shore Community Centre Entrance & Washroom Renovation Project be received; 2. That Tender No. T -8 -2013 submitted by Direct Construction Co. Ltd. in the amount of $162,720.00 (HST included) be accepted; 3. That the total gross project cost of $236,566.00 (HST included), including the tender amount and other associated costs, and the total net project cost of $213,035.00 (net of HST rebate), be approved; N1 C_'ty o0 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers 4. That Council authorize the (Acting) Division Head, Finance & Treasurer to fund the project as follows: a) the sum of $70,940.00 as provided for in the 2013 Community Centres Capital Budget to be funded from the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF) Federal Grant; b) the sum of $142,000.00 as provided for in the 2013 Community Centres Capital Budget to, be funded from a five -year internal loan at a rate to be determined; and c) the balance of $95.00 to be funded from property taxes; and 5. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take necessary action to give effect thereto. 6. Director, Engineering & Public Works, Report ENG 03 -13 T -1 -2013 Asphalt Resurfacing on Various City Streets Council Decision That Report ENG.03 -13 of the Director, Engineering & Public Works regarding the tender for Asphalt Resurfacing on Various City Streets be received; 2. That Tender No.T -1 -2013 submitted by D.Crupi & Sons Limited in the amount of $1,229,510.39 (HST included) and a net cost of $1,107,212.19 (net of HST rebate) be approved; 3. That the total gross project cost of $1,382,434 (HST included), including the tender amount and other associated costs, and the total net project cost of $1,244,925 (net of HST rebate) be approved; 4. That Council authorize the (Acting) Division Head, Finance & Treasurer to finance the project by transferring the sum of $1,244,925 from Federal Gas Tax Reserve Fund, as provided for in the 2013 approved Roads Capital Budget; and 5. Further that the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary actions to give effect thereto. 7. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report FIN 06 -13 Statement of the Treasurer Respecting 2012 Remuneration and Expenses of Members of Council and Council Appointees to Boards, Agencies and Committees 10 Council Decision Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers It is recommended that Report FIN 06 -13 of the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor regarding the Statement of the Treasurer respecting Remuneration and Expenses of Members of Council and Council Appointees for the year 2012 be received for information. Resolution #61/13 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor McLean That Report EC 2013 -04 of the Executive Committee dated April 15, 2013 be approved, save and except Item 1. Carried Chief Administrative Officer, Report CAO 03 -13 Seaton Community Phase Three Ontario Municipal Board Hearing - Fiscal Impact Study of the Seaton Community, - Seaton Draft Plans of Subdivision, - Seaton Zoning By -law - Required Technical Studies A detailed discussion period ensued with staff providing clarification on a number of questions and concerns raised by Members. The main focus of concerns related to financial concerns, traffic issues and the impact on Whitevale, the need to do the Whitevale by -pass in Phase One and ensuring stakeholder involvement in all discussions. Timelines for the traffic studies were discussed as well as the involvement of resident associations on a long term basis. Questions were also posed regarding the necessity of the Home Based Business section, as it was felt the City of Pickering already has existing policies in place for all residents. Resolution #62/13 Moved by Councillor Dickerson. Seconded by Councillor McLean That Report CAO 03 -13 of the Chief Administrative Officer regarding the Seaton Phase 3 Ontario Municipal Board Hearing, Fiscal Impact Study, Draft Plans of Subdivision, Zoning By -law and various Technical Studies be received; 2. That Council endorse the City of Pickering Issues List for the Seaton Community Phase Three Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) Hearing, set out in Appendix I to 11 Ell Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers Report CAO 03 -13, and authorize staff, with the assistance of outside counsel and expert witnesses, to: a) present the Issues List and defend the City's interests at the Seaton Community Phase Three OMB hearing; b) request the Board's inclusion of those conditions of subdivision approval as generally set out in Appendix II to this Report, as may be necessary to address the City's concerns in the event the Board is prepared to approve any or all of the Seaton subdivision plans under consideration at the hearing; c) present and defend the City's Seaton Zoning By -law at the Seaton Community Phase Three OMB hearing as generally set out in Appendix III to this Report; and d) finalize as may be necessary and required through the Seaton Community Phase Three OMB hearing, the Seaton plans of subdivision subject to the conditions of approval, and the Seaton Zoning By -law; 3. That Council authorize staff to conduct discussions with the Seaton landowners to prepare a Memorandum of Understanding for Council's consideration, which MOU shall ensure that the development of Seaton does not create a financial burden on the City, and shall address to the City's satisfaction the financial issues identified in the Fiscal Impact Study of the Seaton Community prepared by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. and dated April 4, 2013; and 4. Further, that Report CAO 03 -13 of the Chief Administrative Officer be forwarded to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Ministry of Infrastructure, the Region of Durham, the Seaton landowners and the Whitevale and District Residents Association. Carried Unanimously On a Recorded Vote (IX) New and Unfinished Business Director, Engineering & Public Works, Report ENG 05 -13 Tender for Asphalt and Concrete Repairs - Tender No. T -9 -2013 Resolution #63/13 Moved by Councillor O'Connell Seconded by Councillor Dickerson 1. That Report ENG 05 -13 of the Director, Engineering & Public Works regarding Tender T -9 -2013 for Asphalt and Concrete Repairs be received; 12 C,tt, ao A Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers 2. That Tender No. T -9 -2013 as submitted by Ore Construction Ltd. for Asphalt and Concrete Repairs in the total tendered amount of $337,475.17 (HST included) be accepted; 3. That the total gross project cost of $371,456.00 (HST included), including the tender amount and other associated costs and the total net project cost of $334,508.00 be approved; 4. That Council authorize the (Acting) Division Head, Finance & Treasurer to finance the project as follows: a) that the sum of $50,800.00, as provided for in the 2013 approved Current and Capital Budgets, be funded from property taxes; b) that the sum of $124,149.00, as provided for in the 2013 approved Current Budget for Sidewalks — Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program, be funded from .Federal Gas Tax grant; c) that the sum of $64,987.00, as provided for in the 2013 approved Capital Budget for Parks, be funded by a transfer.from the Rate Stabilization Reserve; d) that the sum of $10,569.00, as provided for in the Current Budget for Development Control - Road Maintenance Asphalt & Concrete Works, be funded from other revenues collected from fees and charges required and related to building permits and cash -in -lieu; e) that the sum of $84,003.00 for the Transit Bus Pads be funded by a recovery from Durham Region Transit; and 5. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take necessary action to give effect hereto. Carried 2. Director, Engineering & Public Works, Report ENG 08 -13 Don Beer Memorial Park Relocation - Request for Proposal No. RFP 1 -2013 - Landscape Architectural Consulting Services. Discussion ensued with respect to the location for the bleachers. Councillor O'Connell questioned whether this could be relocated closer to the children's play area in order for parents to keep an eye on their children. It was requested that Council have another chance to look at the plans before being finalized. 13 Resolution #64/13 Moved by Councillor O'Connell Seconded by Councillor Dickerson Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers That Report ENG 08 -13 from the Director, Engineering & Public Works be received; 2. That RFP 1 -2013 submitted by Landscape Planning Limited in the amount of $70,218.20 (HST included) and a net cost of $63,233.66 (net of HST rebate) be approved; 3. That the total gross project cost of $77,240.02 (HST included), and a net project cost of $69,557.03 (net of HST rebate), including the proposed amount and associated costs be approved; 4. That the (Acting) Division Head, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to finance the project as follows: a) the sum of $69,557.03 be financed from external funds provided by the Ministry of Transportation as approved in the 2011 Parks Capital Budget; b) the (Acting) Division Head, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to take any actions necessary in order to effect the foregoing; and 5. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take necessary action to give effect thereto. Carried (X) By -laws 7274/13 Being a by -law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By -law 3036, as amended to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham at 1897 Woodview Avenue in the City of Pickering. (A8/12) 7275/13 Being a by -law to amend Schedule "B" — Part B of By -law 7137/11 identifying the Fees Payable for Building Permits. 7276/13 Being a by -law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By -law 3036, as amended by By -law 1889/84 to implement the- Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, being Concession 1, Part Lot 28, Part 1, 40R- 10000, in the City of Pickering (A 6/12) 14 Cae Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 PICKE 7:00 PM - Council Chambers 7277/13 Being a by -law to dedicate those parts of Lot 8, Plan 282, designated as Parts 33 and 35, Plan 40R- 11207, as public highway. Resolution #65/13 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles That By -law Nos. 7274/13 through 7277/13, be approved. Carried (XI) Other Business 1. Councillor Rodrigues requested information on York Region's call in number system which logs resident's concerns and complaints. regarding the York/Durham sewer line and questioned whether monthly reports could be made available. 2. Mayor Ryan noted he would be attending the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission public hearing on behalf of Members of Council and the City of Pickering to extend our thanks and appreciation to OPG. He noted. that OPG had confirmed their commitment to fund a financial impact and land use study on the retirement of the Pickering Nuclear Station. He noted that this would be funded by OPG and managed by the City of Pickering. Mayor Ryan also stated he was seeking the consensus of Council with respect to support. of a 5 year re- licensing agreement with Ontario Power Generation. It was the consensus of Council that Pickering support the renewal. (XII) Confirmation By -law By -law Number #7278/13 Councillor Dickerson, 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 April 22, 2013. (X111) Adjournment Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor O'Connell That the meeting be adjourned at 10:27 pm. Carried 15 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, April 22, 2013 7:00 PM - Council Chambers Dated this 22nd day of April, 2013. Mayor Paul Bigi( 16 I' X�ng) City Clerk