PRESENT:
Lord Mayor Dave Eke, Councillors: Dennis Dick, Jamie King, Andrea Kaiser, Martin Mazza, Maria Bau-Coote, Gary Zalepa, Terry Flynn (7:20 p.m.)
REGRETS:
Councillor Jim Collard
STAFF:
Mike Galloway Chief Administrative Officer
Holly Dowd Town Clerk
Victoria Butters Deputy Clerk
Sheldon Randall Director of Corporate Services
Ewald Kuczera Director of Public Works
Alex Burbidge Fire Chief
John Henricks Director of Community & Development
Dawn McInnis Program Manager, Communications and
Customer Relations
OTHERS:
Callum Shedden Town Solicitor
MEDIA:
Suzanne Mason Sun Media
Melinda Cheevers Niagara This Week
Representative TVCogeco
CALL TO ORDER:
The Lord Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
INVOCATION:
Councillor Dennis Dick opened the meeting with an invocation.
O'CANADA:
Council and all those present sang O'Canada.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA:
(New Business Items and Notice of Motions to be introduced)
- Councillor Martin Mazza requested to add a delegation from a resident in the audience regarding Health Canada medical marihuana operations new regulations
Moved by Councillor Martin Mazza, seconded by Councillor Jamie King that a delegation from a resident in the audience be added to the agenda. DEFEATED.
- Councillor Martin Mazza requested to speak under New Business to Health Canada medical marijuana operations; and his notice of motion regarding a Committee of Council
- Councillor Jamie King requested to speak under New Business to a recent article in the St. Catharines Standard regarding a Niagara-on-the-Lake resident's discharge from the Niagara Health System St. Catharines site
Moved by Councillor Gary Zalepa, seconded by Councillor Andrea Kaiser that the agenda be adopted as presented and amended by adding items as noted. APPROVED.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
There were no conflicts of interest declared at this time.
LORD MAYOR'S REPORT, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REMARKS:
Lord Mayor Dave Eke spoke to the following:
- Passing of former Lord Mayor Mike Dietsch, March 9
- Queenston Street Bridge Restoration announcement; and Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, March 7
- Niagara District Airport 2014 Annual General meeting, March 19
At the request of Lord Mayor Dave Eke, Mike Galloway, CAO announced that at the close of the day on Thursday March 20, 2014, Town employees had worked 1,000 consecutive days without any lost time due to accident or injury. Mr. Galloway stated this was an amazing accomplishment of staff coming together to establish a safe working environment. The CAO provided background information about the Town's Workplace Health and Safety program and monthly inspections undertaken by the Joint Health & Safety Committee.
MEMBERS' ANNOUNCEMENT:
Announcement of special functions Council attended and upcoming Community events
- Councillor Gary Zalepa thanked residents for attending and staff being available at two open houses that took place in the Old Town and Glendale regarding the Town's Official Plan review
NEXT COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AND COUNCIL MEETING DATES:
(Clerk to announce the dates)
The next Committee of the Whole meeting is scheduled for Monday,
April 7th, at 7:00 p.m. The next Council Meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 14th, at 7:00 p.m.
All delegation requests must be submitted to the Clerk's Department by 10:00 a.m. on the day of the meeting.
Meeting times can be subject to change. For more detailed information, please visit the Town's website at www.notl.org or contact the office at 905-468-3266.
MINUTES:
Clerk to read the resolution to adopt minutes
(1) Council Minutes dated March 3rd, 2014
- resolution #1, APPROVED MARCH 3, 2014 COUNCIL MINUTES.
DELEGATIONS:
At Clerk's discretion, delegations will be added (Deadline 10:00 a.m. on the morning of the meeting)
Non-Agenda Delegation
(1) Bernard L. Nehring, Lieutenant Colonel, Past Commanding Officer for the Lincoln & Welland Regiment
Representing the five regiments of Lincoln Militia who fought in the War of 1812
Presentation of Brock Family of Guernsey and Major General Sir Isaac Brock Coat of Arms
Lieutenant Colonel Bernard L. Nehring, past Commanding Officer for the Lincoln & Welland Regiment commended Council for the Town's events held to commemorate the Bicentennial of the War of 1812. Lieutenant Colonel Nehring stated he was present to support the Celebration of the War of 1812 and provided background information regarding his military career. Lieutenant Colonel Nehring highlighted the historical events led by Major General Sir Isaac Brock in Canada, emphasizing his military success with Flank Companies. Lieutenant Nehring presented Lord Mayor Dave Eke with the Brock Family of Guernsey and Major General Sir Isaac Brock Coat of Arms on behalf of the five regiments of the Lincoln Militia who fought in the War of 1812.
Agenda Delegation
RESPONSE TO DELEGATIONS FROM COUNCIL:
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
(1) Public Community & Development Advisory Committee
Clerk to read the resolution to receive Minutes
The following application was heard at the March 17, 2014 Public Community & Development Advisory Committee Meeting:
- 5 Walnut Street - Zoning Amendment
- resolution #2, RECEIVED MARCH 17, 2014 PUBLIC COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES.
(2) Community & Development Advisory Committee
Chair Councillor Gary Zalepa, Vice Chair Councillor Terry Flynn
The following are the recommendations from the March 17, 2014 Community & Development Advisory Committee Meeting, which have been referred to this Council meeting for consideration:
(a) Report CDS-14-013 (5 Walnut Street)
1.1 The draft Zoning By-law Amendment, attached as Appendix A to this report, as identified on Schedule A be forwarded to Town Council for adoption; and,
1.2 The Development Agreement for the subject lands in Queenston, a condition of Consent Application B-10/13 be approved and forwarded to the Owner for signatures and upon return be forwarded to Council for approval; and,
1.3 The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, the Growth Plan, the Regional Policy Plan and the Town Official Plan
(b) Report CDS-14-014
1.1 The Part Lot Control By-law (attached as Appendix "B" to this report) to remove Part Lot Control from Block 21 of Plan 30M-289 (Colonel Cohoe Street) be forwarded to Town Council for approval
(c) Report CDS-14-011
1.1 that By-law No. 3170-97, being the Fire Route By-law be repealed; and,
1.2 that Section 6.3(e) of Private Property Parking By-law No. 4309-09 be deleted; and,
1.3 The draft by-law regarding fire routes and emergency accesses attached to this report be forwarded to Council for approval
(d) Report CDS-14-015
1.1 That the attached Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), to this report, for The Village Subdivision be forwarded to Council for adoption
(e) Report CDS-14-016
1.1 That the March 11, 2014 Municipal Heritage Committee minutes be received; and,
1.2 That the following Ontario Heritage Permits be forwarded to Council for approval, subject to conditions as outlined in the March 11, 2014 Municipal Heritage Committee minutes:
1.2.1 Approve the application to replace the existing black asphalt shingles at 163 King Street with the owner's option of applying either asphalt, cedar shingles or shakes; and,
1.3 That the following recommendations be forwarded to Council for approval:
1.3.1 That the applicant return to the committee and provide detailed information on the process in respect to disassembling and reassembling the read addition at 106 Queen Street, and also provide information on the team in place to carry out the described work; and,
1.3.2 That the applicant consider and provide alternate designs to the Municipal Heritage Committee, particularly in respect to the design of the rear addition and clerestory of the building at 106 Queen Street; and,
1.3.3 The peer review of the EPG Applied Building Services Ltd. - Heritage Impact Assessment, for 106 Queen Street, by David J. Cuming, be received; and,
1.3.4 The peer review of the structural engineering reports submitted for 106 Queen Street prepared by Mark Shoalts be received as information; and,
1.3.5 That the Municipal Heritage Committee approve the proposed design in principle for 188 Front Street, subject to conditions made at the Municipal Heritage Committee; and,
1.3.6 That the Municipal Heritage Committee approve the new proposed rear exit access at 12 Queen Street.
The Clerk read a brief summary from the March 17, 2014 Community & Development Advisory Committee meeting.
- resolution #3, APPROVED MARCH 17, 2014 COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES.
(3) Corporate Services Advisory Committee
Chair Councillor Andrea Kaiser, Vice Chair Councillor Jamie King
The following are the recommendations from the March 17, 2014 Corporate Services Advisory Committee Meeting, which have been referred to this Council meeting for consideration:
(a) Report CS-14-010
1.1 That an exemption to The Noise Control By-law 4588-12, Schedule C - #4, be granted to the Ministry of Transportation for the Garden City Skyway Resurfacing Project, beginning June 2014 and ending November 2014
(b) Report CS-14-011
1.1 That the encroachment agreement for 114 Queen Street, recognizing an existing building and eaves, be forwarded to Council for adoption
(c) Report CS-14-012
1.1 The Council of the Corporation of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake declare the "Special Heritage Council Meeting" to be held on April 24, 2014, at the Niagara Historical Society & Museum at 43 Castlereagh Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake "of Municipal Significance" in order to obtain a special occasion permit from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario
(d) Report CS-14-013
1.1 The Council of the Corporation of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake dispose of the unopened Line 9 Road allowance, dissecting the property known municipally as 1014 Queenston Road to Katherine Yerich and John Sobot, Township Lots 97 and 98, Parts 2 and 3 on Plan 30R-14203; and,
1.2 The sale price of $16,000 plus legal costs, be accepted; and,
1.3 A by-law to stop up and close the unopened Line 9 Road allowance be forwarded to Council for approval; and,
1.4 The Lord Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign any and all documents required to complete the sale transaction
(e) Report CS-14-014
1.1 Council receive as an update the Town's Letters Patent bequeathed by the Chief Herald of Canada which consists of designs for a new Flag, Coat of Arms and Badge
The Clerk read a brief summary from the March 17, 2014 Corporate Services Committee Meeting.
- resolution #4, APPROVED MARCH 17, 2014 CORPORATE SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES.
(4) Public Works Advisory Committee
Chair Councillor Jim Collard, Vice Chair Councillor Maria Bau-Coote
The following are the recommendations from the March 17, 2014 Public Works Advisory Committee Meeting, which have been referred to this Council meeting for consideration:
(a) Report PW-14-012
1.1 That Council accept the low tender of $687,638.00 (excluding applicable taxes) from Carlington Construction Inc. for the Queenston Street Bridge Rehabilitation tender, with final payment based on actual quantities and tendered unit prices; and,
1.2 That Council accept the estimated engineering costs for inspection, contract administration, as-constructed survey and plans, maintenance period verification and disbursements fro ELLIS Engineering Inc. in the amount of $34,300 (excluding application taxes); and
1.3 That the report reflect the $447,400 the Government of Canada is contributing through the Federal Gas Tax Fund transfer to this project
(b) Report PW-14-013
1.1 That Council accept the low tender of $145,594.26 (excluding applicable taxes) from Demar Construction for the Butler Street sanitary sewer and watermain replacement, from Gage Street to Centre Street, with final payment based on actual quantities and tendered unit prices
(c) Report PW-14-014
1.1 That the Engineer's final report for the creation of a new Municipal Drain, titled the Parkway Drain, dated January 17, 2014, be adopted; and,
1.2 That a draft Provisional By-law regarding the Parkway Drain, be brought forward to Council for first and second reading only; and,
1.3 That the sitting of the Court of Revision be set for May 16 at 11:00 a.m. in Council Chambers, and the Council members appointed to the Court shall be the Chair of the Public Works Advisory Committee, the Vice Chair of the Public Works Committee and the Chair of the Corporate Services Advisory Committee
(d) PW-14-015
1.1 That the draft minutes of the February 18, 2014 Parking Committee meeting, attached to Public Works Report PW-14-015, be received; and,
1.2 That the following recommendation of the Parking Committee meeting held on February 18, 2014 be referred to Council for adoption:
a) That staff report back at the next meeting of the Parking Committee regarding Active Transportation: the need for such a committee, or the need to be part of this committee
The Clerk read a brief summary from the March 17, 2014 Public Works Advisory Committee meeting.
- resolution #5, APPROVED MARCH 17, 2014 PUBLIC WORKS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING.
BY - LAWS:
Clerk to introduce the by-laws before Council
Clerk to read resolution(s) for readings of by-laws
(by-laws and agreements are available for viewing in the Clerk's Department)
4714-14 - A by-law to provide for a drainage works in the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, to be known as the Parkway Drain (FIRST AND SECOND READING ONLY)
- resolution #6, BY-LAW RECEIVED TWO READINGS.
4316AW-14 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 4316-09, as amended, entitled a by-law to regulate the use of lands and the erection, use, bulk, height, location and spacing of buildings and structure within the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake (Princess Street and Queenston Street)
4705-14- A by-law to appoint Thomas Boal as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, Inspector for Property Standards and Area Weed Inspector for the Corporation of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake and to rescind By-law 4612-13, 4614-13, 4625-13 and 4660-13
4706-14- A by-law to appoint Gabrielle Deans as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, Inspector for Property Standards and Area Weed Inspector for the Corporation of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake
4707-14- A by-law to appoint Chris Lindley as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, Inspector for Property Standards and Area Weed Inspector for the Corporation of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake
4708-14 - A by-law to authorize an encroachment agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake and 1456425 Ontario Inc. and Meridian Credit Union Limited (114 Queen Street)
4709-14 - A by-law to remove certain lands from Part Lot Control (12-14 Colonel Cohoe Crescent, Block 21, Plan 30M-289, The Village Subdivision, Phase 2)
4710-14 - A by-law to regulate and designate private roadways as Fire Routes along which no parking of vehicles is permitted in the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake and to repeal By-law 3170-97 and By-law 4309-09 Section 6.3(e)
4711-14 - A by-law to authorize a Memorandum of Understanding between the Corporation of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake and Traditional Neighbourhood Developments Inc. (Servicing Capacity Allocation)
4712-14 - A by-law to authorize a development agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake and The School of Restoration Arts at Willowbank (5 Walnut Street, Princess and Queenston Streets)
4713-14 - A by-law to close and stop up part of the original road allowance known as Line 9 Road in the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Regional Municipality of Niagara (Parts 2 and 3, Reference Plan 30R-14203)
4715-14 - A by-law to designate the property known municipally as, Vanderlip-Hutchings House, 96 Johnson Street, in the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, in the Province of Ontario, as being of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest (96 Johnson Street)
- resolution #7, BY-LAWS RECEIVED THREE READINGS.
CORRESPONDENCE AND MOTIONS:
Clerk to read resolution
NOTICE OF MOTION:
As per the Town's Procedural By-law, "A notice of motion may be introduced by any Member at a regular Meeting of Council or Committee of the Whole for consideration at the next or a subsequent regular meeting of Council, and the same shall then be included in the notice of the Meeting at which it is to be considered."
Councillor Martin Mazza spoke to his notice of motion from the March 17, 2014 Corporate Services Advisory Committee meeting regarding the current Community Policing Committee becoming a Committee of Council. He requested the Clerk bring forward the motion that was previously drafted and emailed to all Council, for the April 14, 2014 Council meeting.
NEW BUSINESS:
New Business may be introduced at a regular Meeting under adoption of the Agenda. Items of direction to staff must be in the form of a motion.
(1) St. Catharines Standard Newspaper Article Re: Niagara Health System St. Catharines Site
Discussion took place regarding a recent article in the St. Catharines Standard pertaining to a Niagara-on-the-Lake resident's discharge from the Niagara Health System St. Catharines site during a snowstorm. Further discussion took place regarding which Niagara Health System site residents should use; challenges with transportation/commute; Town's financial contribution to St. Catharines site; future NHS access points for residents; transportation strategy for residents; proposed transportation hub at Outlet Mall; request Niagara Health System CEO to update residents/Council; need for local services; and the Niagara-on-the-Lake Health Services Review Committee.
Moved by Councillor Jamie King, seconded by Councillor Terry Flynn that an invitation be extended to Dr. Kevin Smith to address questions from Council related to the future of healthcare delivery in Niagara-on-the-Lake by the Niagara Health System. Further, in coordination with this update, that Niagara-on-the-Lake's Health Services Review Committee coordinate an update for Council at it's convenience related to its activities and plans. APPROVED
(- resolution #8).
(2) Health Canada - Medical Marihuana Regulations
Council spoke to the new regulations commencing April 1 pertaining to Health Canada medical marihuana operations. Discussion took place regarding residents concerns about local operations and the need for information. In answer to a question the CAO referred to the information provided to Council in 2013 about changes to the legislation coming forward from Health Canada. The CAO provided an overview of the steps involved for applicants and advised that Health Canada is posting information on its website to keep the public informed.
A motion was put on the floor by Councillor Martin Mazza, seconded by Councillor Terry Flynn that the Lord Mayor on behalf of Council gain information on the new regulations from Health Canada regarding marihuana grow ops for medical purposes. Also include our MP, Chief of Niagara Regional Police and Regional Chair Gary Burroughs. The information to include power bestowed on to the Municipality and the Niagara Regional Police.
Further discussion took place regarding the content of the proposed motion; current information available online at Health Canada/Town; and the other affected municipalities. Council agreed to withdraw the motion and further spoke to requesting an update from staff on the changes to the federal government's regulations for medical marihuana operations and resulting activity within the Town and report back to Council.
The general consensus was for the Lord Mayor to send a letter to the Minister of Health, MP and NRP expressing Council’s concerns regarding licensing marihuana operations including what is in store for the future as it relates to these licensed operations.
CLOSED SESSION:
Clerk to read resolution
The Municipal Act 2001, as amended,
- Section 239.(2)(e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and Section 239.(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, specifically: Anne Street Development; Resident requesting fees to be reimbursed from OMB Hearing; and 2021 Four Mile Creek Road
- Section 239.(2)(b) personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees, specifically an employee matter
At 8:55 p.m. the following motion was read in open session:
Moved by Councillor Gary Zalepa, seconded by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote that Council proceed to go into a closed meeting to consider matters that qualify under the Municipal Act 2001, as amended:
- Section 239.(2)(e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and Section 239.(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, specifically: Anne Street Development; Resident requesting fees to be reimbursed from OMB Hearing; and 2021 Four Mile Creek Road
- Section 239.(2)(b) personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees, specifically an employee matter. APPROVED (- resolution #9).
At 10:02 p.m. the following motions were read in open session:
Moved by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote, seconded by Councillor Gary Zalepa that Council rise from the closed meeting to consider matters that qualify under the Municipal Act 2001, as amended:
- Section 239.(2)(e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and Section 239.(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, specifically: Anne Street Development with the following report:
That C. Shedden, Town Solicitor be authorized to sign the Minutes of Settlement regarding 128, 134 and 174 Anne Street, once the issue dealing with Schedule A in the site plan agreement has been resolved with the developer (Solmar).
A polled vote for 128, 134 & 174 Anne Street was called by Councillor Jamie King.
| COUNCILLOR | YEA | NAY |
| Maria Bau-Coote | X |  |
| Jim Collard (absent) | | |
| Dennis Dick | X | |
| Terry Flynn | | X |
| Andrea Kaiser | X | |
| Jamie King | | X |
| Martin Mazza | | X |
| Gary Zalepa | X | |
| Lord Mayor Dave Eke | X | |
| TOTALS | 5 | 3 |
APPROVED (- resolution #10).
Moved by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote, seconded by Councillor Gary Zalepa that Council rise from the closed meeting to consider matters that qualify under the Municipal Act 2001, as amended:
- Section 239.(2)(e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and Section 239.(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, specifically a resident requesting fees to be reimbursed from OMB Hearing with no report.
A polled vote for OMB fees was called by Councillor Martin Mazza.
| COUNCILLOR | YEA | NAY |
| Maria Bau-Coote | X | |
| Jim Collard (absent) | | |
| Dennis Dick | X | |
| Terry Flynn | X | |
| Andrea Kaiser | X | |
| Jamie King | X | |
| Martin Mazza | | X |
| Gary Zalepa | X | |
| Lord Mayor Dave Eke | X | |
| TOTALS | 7 | 1 |
APPROVED (- resolution #11).
Moved by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote, seconded by Councillor Gary Zalepa
that Council rise from the closed meeting to consider matters that qualify under the Municipal Act 2001, as amended:
- Section 239.(2)(e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and Section 239.(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, specifically 2021 Four Mile Creek Road with no report.
A polled vote for 2021 Four Mile Creek Road was called by Councillor Martin Mazza.
| COUNCILLOR | YEA | NAY |
| Maria Bau-Coote | X | |
| Jim Collard (absent) | | |
| Dennis Dick | X | |
| Terry Flynn | X | |
| Andrea Kaiser | X | |
| Jamie King | X | |
| Martin Mazza | X | |
| Gary Zalepa | X | |
| Lord Mayor Dave Eke | X | |
| TOTALS | 8 | 0 |
APPROVED (- resolution #12).
Moved by Councillor Gary Zalepa, seconded by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote
that Council rise from the closed meeting to consider matters that qualify under the Municipal Act 2001, as amended:
- Section 239.(2)(b) personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees, specifically an employee matter with no report. .
A polled vote for Employee matter was called by Councillor Martin Mazza.
| COUNCILLOR | YEA | NAY |
| Maria Bau-Coote | X | |
| Jim Collard (absent) | | |
| Dennis Dick | X | |
| Terry Flynn | X | |
| Andrea Kaiser | X | |
| Jamie King | X | |
| Martin Mazza | X | |
| Gary Zalepa | X | |
| Lord Mayor Dave Eke | X | |
| TOTALS | 8 | 0 |
APPROVED (- resolution #13).
PROCEEDINGS BY-LAW:
Clerk to read resolution for reading of by-law
4716-14 - A by-law to confirm the proceedings at the Council Meeting of the Corporation of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake on March 24, 2014
- resolution #14, BY-LAW RECEIVED THREE READINGS.
VERBAL MOTIONS:
1. Moved by Councillor Martin Mazza, seconded by Councillor Jamie King that a delegation from a resident in the audience be added to the agenda. DEFEATED.
2. Moved by Councillor Gary Zalepa, seconded by Councillor Andrea Kaiser that the agenda be adopted as presented and amended by adding items as noted. APPROVED.
RESOLUTIONS:
1. Moved by Councillor Gary Zalepa, seconded by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote that the minutes of the Council Meeting held March 3, 2014 be adopted. APPROVED.
2. Moved by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote, seconded by Council Gary Zalepa that the Minutes/Report of the March 17, 2014 Public Community & Development Advisory Committee Meeting be received, regarding:
- 5 Walnut Street - Zoning Amendment. APPROVED.
3. Moved by Councillor Gary Zalepa, seconded by Councillor Terry Flynn that the Minutes/Report of the March 17, 2014 Community & Development Advisory Committee Meeting be adopted. APPROVED.
4. Moved by Councillor Andrea Kaiser, seconded by Councillor Jamie King that the Minutes/Report of the March 17, 2014 Corporate Services Advisory Committee Meeting be adopted. APPROVED,
5. Moved by Councillor Gary Zalepa, seconded by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote that the Minutes/Report of the March 17, 2014 Public Works Advisory Committee Meeting be adopted. APPROVED.
6. Moved by Councillor Gary Zalepa, seconded by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote that leave be given to introduce By-law No. 4714-14 and that the same be considered a first and second time. APPROVED.
7. Moved by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote, seconded by Councillor Gary Zalepa that leave be given to introduce By-law Nos. 4316AW-14, 4705-14, 4706-14, 4707-14, 4708-14, 4709-14, 4710-14, 4711-14, 4712-14, 4713-14 and 4715-14 and that the same be considered read a first, second and third time and passed, any ruling of this Council to the contrary notwithstanding. APPROVED.
8. Moved by Councillor Jamie King, seconded by Councillor Terry Flynn that an invitation be extended to Dr. Kevin Smith to address questions from Council related to the future of healthcare delivery in Niagara-on-the-Lake by the Niagara Health System.
Further, in coordination with this update, that Niagara-on-the-Lake's Health Services Review Committee coordinate an update for Council at it's convenience related to its activities and plans. APPROVED
9. Moved by Councillor Gary Zalepa, seconded by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote that Council proceed to go into a closed meeting to consider matters that qualify under the Municipal Act 2001, as amended:
- Section 239.(2)(e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and Section 239.(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, specifically: Anne Street Development; Resident requesting fees to be reimbursed from OMB Hearing; and 2021 Four Mile Creek Road
- Section 239.(2)(b) personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees, specifically an employee matter. APPROVED.
10. Moved by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote, seconded by Councillor Gary Zalepa that Council rise from the closed meeting to consider matters that qualify under the Municipal Act 2001, as amended:
- Section 239.(2)(e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and Section 239.(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, specifically: Anne Street Development with the following report:
That C. Shedden, Town Solicitor be authorized to sign the Minutes of Settlement regarding 128, 134 and 174 Anne Street, once the issue dealing with Schedule A in the site plan agreement has been resolved with the developer (Solmar). APPROVED.
11. Moved by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote, seconded by Councillor Gary Zalepa that Council rise from the closed meeting to consider matters that qualify under the Municipal Act 2001, as amended:
- Section 239.(2)(e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and Section 239.(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, specifically a resident requesting fees to be reimbursed from OMB Hearing with no report. APPROVED.
12. Moved by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote, seconded by Councillor Gary Zalepa that Council rise from the closed meeting to consider matters that qualify under the Municipal Act 2001, as amended:
- Section 239.(2)(e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and Section 239.(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, specifically 2021 Four Mile Creek Road with no report. APPROVED.
13. Moved by Councillor Gary Zalepa, seconded by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote that Council rise from the closed meeting to consider matters that qualify under the Municipal Act 2001, as amended:
- Section 239.(2)(b) personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees, specifically an employee matter with no report.
APPROVED.
14. Moved by Councillor, Maria Bau-Coote seconded by Councillor Gary Zalepa that leave be given to introduce By-law No. 4716-14 and that the same be considered a first and second time. APPROVED.
15. Moved by Councillor Gary Zalepa, seconded by Councillor Maria Bau-Coote that this Council adjourn to the next regular meeting to be held April 14, 2014 and if a special meeting is required, it will be held at the call of the Lord Mayor. APPROVED.
ADJOURNMENT: 10:11 PM |