From 36d96e6232dd355c7e8d29ae14d1acdadd43fa66 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Dan Gowans Date: Fri, 7 Jul 2023 14:50:22 -0400 Subject: [PATCH] updated metadata --- config.metadata.json | 3 - metadata.json | 141 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++----------- package.json | 3 +- 3 files changed, 106 insertions(+), 41 deletions(-) delete mode 100644 config.metadata.json diff --git a/config.metadata.json b/config.metadata.json deleted file mode 100644 index d4cd436..0000000 --- a/config.metadata.json +++ /dev/null @@ -1,3 +0,0 @@ -{ - "outline": true -} \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/metadata.json b/metadata.json index 5f777f4..730e930 100644 --- a/metadata.json +++ b/metadata.json @@ -7,7 +7,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 01 09 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, M. White, L. Bottos, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, S. Schell, J. Dolcetti, P. McAuley, J. Luszka 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2005 12 12 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) The winners of the 2005 Christmas Lighting Awards Program were in attendance to receive plaques and PUC credit certificates. (b) Gord Dunseath, President and Constable Doug Rix, Coordinator, Sault Ste. Marie and the District of Algoma Crime Stoppers were in attendance concerning Proclamation - Crime Stoppers Month. (c) Cathy Scott, Volunteer Alzheimer Society was in attendance concerning Proclamation - National Alzheimer Awareness Month. (d) Mayor John Rowswell - 2006 Address PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 01 09 - Part One - Consent Agenda be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO and OGRA was received by Council. (b) News Releases from the Ministry of Labour, Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing were received by Council. (c) Correspondence from the Town of Halton Hills and Township of South Algonquin (concerning the Ombudsman for Ontario investigation into MPAC valuing of properties); Cities of Mississauga and Brampton and the Ministry of Transportation (concerning Bill 169 The Transportation Statute Law Amendment Act 205 concerning roadway school crossing guards); City of Kawartha Lakes (concerning municipal water and wastewater rates); Township of Severn (concerning Canadian Heritage Museums Tax Classes); Cities of Port Colbourne and Sarnia (concerning property tax and assessment issues); Town of Essex (concerning municipal liability insurance); City of Kingston (concerning utility rate increases); and the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake (concerning report of the water strategy expert panel) was received by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Whereas the Ombudsman for Ontario has announced an investigation into whether the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) valuing of properties is fair and transparent; and Whereas the Township of South Algonquin and the Town of Halton Hills have passed resolutions supporting the efforts of the Ombudsman of Ontario; Now therefore be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council fully supports the efforts of the Ombudsman for Ontario in the review of the property assessment system as administered by MPAC; and Further that a copy of this resolution be provided to the Township of South Algonquin, Town of Halton Hills, Office of the Ombudsman and to David Orazietti, MPP Sault Ste. Marie. CARRIED. (d) The letter from Statistics Canada concerning the 2006 Census being held May 26, 2006 was received by Council. 5. (e) The letter from the Regional Director Customer Relations and Donor Recruitment, Canadian Blood Services concerning an update on the manufacturing consolidation activities Canadian Blood Services undertook earlier this year was received by Council. (f) The letter from Indian and Northern Affairs Canada thanking the residents of Sault Ste. Marie for all the City’s assistance to the evacuated residents from Kashechewan, Ontario was received by Council. (g) The letter from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing concerning Bill 206 Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System Act was received by Council. (h) The Outstanding Council Resolutions List dated December 12, 2005 was received by Council. (i) The letter from Councillor S. Butland to the Ministry of the Environment concerning the environmental assessment process for long term waste disposal was received by Council. (j) Appointments to Boards and Committees Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that all the resolutions under date 2006 01 09 listed under Agenda item 5.(j) 1-28 inclusive are hereby approved. CARRIED. (1) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Councillor L. Turco be appointed to the Celebrating International Friendship Committee – Bridgewalk Group from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (2) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that Councillor J. Caicco be appointed to the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (3) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Councillor P. Mick be appointed to the Children’s Aid Society from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. 5. (j) (4) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that Councillor B. Hayes be appointed to the Christmas Lighting Award Program Judging Committee from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (5) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that citizen Glenn Bernardi and Terry Henderson (alternate) be appointed to the Court of Revision - Local Improvement from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2008. CARRIED. (6) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that Mayor J. Rowswell (ex officio), Councillors D. Amaroso and J. Curran be appointed to the Cultural Advisory Board from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006 and citizens Chris Rous and Mike O’Shea from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2007. CARRIED. (7) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Councillor N. DelBianco, staff representatives from Building Division, Planning Division, Engineering Department and Public Works and Transportation Department and citizens Sandra Gaines, Andre Riopel and Al Wright be appointed to the Cycling Advisory Committee from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (8) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that Councillor J. Curran be appointed to the Downtown Association from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (9) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that citizens Michel Aube, Frank Del Bosco, Roy O’Neill and Luca Robibaro be appointed to the Fence Viewers Committee from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (10) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that Councillor L. Turco and citizen Greg McAuley be appointed to the Historic Sites Board from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006 and citizens Harriet Hershey, Judy McGonigal and Kathryn Yukich from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2008. CARRIED. 5. (j) (11) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Councillor D. Amaroso be appointed to the Humane Society from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (12) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that Councillor J. Curran and citizen Lloyd Beilhartz be appointed to the Municipal Heritage Committee from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006 and citizens Roger Kinghorn, Hugh MacDonald, Harvey Robbins and Ted Wall from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2008. CARRIED. (13) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the Manager of Recreation and Culture be appointed to the Museum Management Board from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (14) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Mayor J. Rowswell (ex officio) and Councillors D. Celetti and F. Manzo be appointed to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (15) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that citizen Cecilia Bruno be appointed to the PUC Inc. Board of Directors until the next annual shareholder meeting. CARRIED. (16) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Councillor P. Mick and citizens Mark Howson and Maureen Sullivan be appointed to the Public Utilities Commission until replaced. CARRIED. (17) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that citizen Glenn Bernardi be appointed to the Residential Standards Committee from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2008. CARRIED. (18) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that citizen Joy Haley be nominated as a city representative to the Sault Area Hospital Board of Directors. CARRIED. 5. (j) (19) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that Mayor J. Rowswell (ex officio) and Councillors B. Hayes and J. Caicco be appointed to the Sault Ste. Marie Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (20) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Mayor J. Rowswell and Councillors D. Amaroso and P. Mick be appointed to the Sault Ste. Marie Emergency Management Planning Committee from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (21) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that citizen Marg Christenson be appointed to the Sault Ste. Marie Library Board from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (22) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors F. Manzo and N. DelBianco and citizen Ernie Gulyas be appointed to the Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (23) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that Councillor T. Sheehan be appointed to the Sault Ste. Marie Safe Communities Partnership Board of Directors from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (24) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Councillor N. DelBianco and a representative of Planning Division and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee be appointed to the Sault Trails Advocacy Committee from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (25) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that Councillor N. DelBianco be appointed to the Searchmont Ski Association from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. 5. (j) (26) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that one representative from Engineering and Planning Department be appointed to the St. Mary’s River Binational Public Advisory Committee from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2007. CARRIED. (27) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that Councillor S. Butland and one representative from Community Services Department be appointed to the St. Mary’s River Marine Centre (Norgoma) Board of Directors from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (28) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Sault Ste. Marie, hereby appoints Lorie Bottos or failing him, A. C. Harry, as its proxy to attend, act and vote for it on its behalf of the Annual Meeting of Shareholders of the St. Mary’s River Bridge Company, to be held on the 14 th day of February, 2006 and at any adjournment therefore, and revoke any former instrument appointing a proxy for it at the said meeting. CARRIED. (k) Council Travel Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that Councillor Lou Turco be authorized to travel to a FONOM Board of Directors Meeting being held in Espanola (two days in January) at no cost to the City; and Further resolved that Councillor Lou Turco be authorized to travel to an AMO Board of Directors Meeting being held in Toronto (two days in January) at a cost of $300.00 to the City. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that Mayor J. Rowswell and Councillor Terry Sheehan be authorized to travel to Maia/Porto/Lisbon, Portugal in March 2006 in conjunction with the Sault Ste. Marie Mission to Portugal March 27 to April 2, 2006, at costs not to exceed $4,500.00 (Mayor Rowswell) and $3,500.00 (Councillor T. Sheehan). CARRIED. 5. (k) Recorded Vote For: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso Against: Councillors D. Celetti, B. Hayes, F. Manzo Absent: Nil (l) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 01 09 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (m) 2006 Tax Due Dates The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 01 09 concerning 2006 Tax Due Dates be accepted and the 2006 Tax Due Dates as recommended be approved. CARRIED. (n) 2006 Corporate Membership Fees The report of the Deputy City Clerk was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Deputy City Clerk dated 2006 01 09 be accepted and the recommendation to proceed with payment of the 2006 Corporate Membership Fees be approved. CARRIED. (o) City Owned/Leased Vehicles The report of the Manager of Finance and Audits was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Manager of Finance and Audits dated 2006 01 09 concerning City Owned/Leased Vehicles be accepted and the three recommendations contained therein be approved. CARRIED. 5. (p) Request for Financial Assistance for National/International Sports Competitions The report of the Assistant Manager Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager Recreation and Culture dated 2006 01 09 concerning Request for Financial Assistance for National/International Sports Competitions be accepted and the recommendation to provide a $200.00 grant each to Alfonso Gioia, Tyson Marcinkowski (2005 World Karate Championships) and Lori Clemente (Canadian Cue Sports National 8-Ball Championships) be approved. CARRIED. (q) 2006 National Communities in Bloom Competition The report of the Assistant Manager Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager Recreation and Culture dated 2006 01 09 concerning 2006 National Communities in Bloom Competition be accepted and the recommendation that Council support submission of an application to Human Resources Development Canada for administrative assistance under the Job Creation Partnership Program be approved. CARRIED. (r) Development of a Walk of Honour The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 01 09 concerning Development of a Walk of Honour be accepted and the recommendation that if for some reason the already existing Walk of Fame Committee which addresses the community at-large does not get implemented, then a Walk of Fame/Honour should be implemented as a Council initiative be approved. CARRIED. (s) Museum Ship Norgoma The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. 5. (s) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 01 09 concerning Museum Ship Norgoma be accepted as information. CARRIED. (t) Canada Ontario Rural Infrastructure Fund - Application I The report of the Director of Engineering Design and Buildings was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Design and Buildings dated 2006 01 09 concerning Canada Ontario Rural Infrastructure Fund - Application Intake I be accepted and the recommendation that the firm of STEM Engineering Group in association with Earth Tech be retained to provide SCADA Development and Implementation for the municipality’s Waste Water Pollution Control Plants, Sewage Pumping Stations and Rehabilitation of Overflow at an upset fee limit of $250,000.00 be approved. CARRIED. (u) Cancellation of Ontario Municipal Board Hearing Scheduled for January 20 th , 2006 - OP Amendment No. 81 to Transportation Policies - Schedule D The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-8 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (v) Updating Official Street Names List The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-2 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (w) Transfer of Bellevue Marina Small Craft Harbour Memorandum of Agreement The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-14 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (x) Approval for Disposal of City Property at the Southwest Corner of Trunk Road and Lake Street The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. 5. (x) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 01 09 concerning Approval for Disposal of City Property at the Southwest Corner of Trunk Road and Lake Street be accepted and the recommendations that the 20 foot strip of Trunk Road right-of-way be declared surplus and that the City enter into a licence of occupation with the owner of the abutting property allowing the owner to use for parking and landscaping that portion of the Trunk Road road allowance that is not now needed by the City be approved. CARRIED. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Review of the Urban Settlement Area Expansion The report of the Planning Division was received by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that agenda item 6.(6)(a) - Review of the Urban Settlement Area Expansion BE DEFERRED to the February 20, 2006 Council Meeting. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 01 09 concerning the Review of the Urban Settlement Area Expansion be accepted and the Planning Director’s Recommendation that City Council approve Official Plan Amendment No. 107 be endorsed. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie is an inclusive, welcoming community which thrives in opening doors to newcomers from all ways of life such as: youth, new immigrants, seniors, aboriginal; and Whereas the City’s Economic Development strategy of change incorporates the strengthening of our community by opening doors to all who want to come to work, do business, study, and live in it; and 7. (a) Whereas there are a number of opportunities to work with new immigrants and foreign trained individuals who would practice medicine in Sault Ste. Marie; Therefore be it resolved that we will explore innovative mechanisms to invite and retain professionals needed in our community such as health professionals, whether they were trained in Canada or internationally, to this end we will establish on-going consultations with associations representing these groups of people; We will advocate in front of the provincial and federal governments for the rights of our community to have access to reasonable medical and professional services; In doing so, we will be bringing Sault Ste. Marie into the global networks of the twenty first century; With this resolution we intend to brand our community as a unique place where anyone from anywhere who loves our community can come to live, work and grow. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconder Councillor J. Curran Whereas the Ward 2 Councillors have received a petition to plow the east side of Ravina Street; and Whereas this street is traveled by many including students attending the school at the end of the street; and Whereas the safety of pedestrians young and old has become a concern for the area neighbours; and Whereas this is a very small distance for the plow to travel; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council refer this petition to the City Public Works and Transportation Department for review and report back to Council. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Whereas the percentage of voters participating in Federal Election has been in steady decline since the 1980’s; Be it resolved that Council encourage the citizens of Sault Ste. Marie and area to exercise their important democratic right to vote. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 01 09 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-1 being a by-law to consolidate amendments to Traffic By-law 77-200 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 9 th day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-2 being a by-law to re-adopt the official street names list be read three times and passed in Open Council this 9 th day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-4 being a by-law to establish the temporary reduction of lottery and bingo licence fees and to repeal By-law 2005-129 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 9 th day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-5 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 108 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 9 th day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-6 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-laws 2005-150 and 2005-151 concerning lands located at 721 Wellington Street East and further be it resolved that By-law 2006-7 being a by-law to designate 721 Wellington Street East as an area of site plan control be read three times and passed in Open Council this 9 th day of January, 2006. (Nick Chornyj) CARRIED. 10. (f) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-8 being a by-law to repeal By-law 2005-103 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 81 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 9 th day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-9 being a by-law to authorize the construction of sanitary sewer and private drain connections and Class “A” Pavement on Devon Road from Korah Road to Farwell Terrace under Section 3 of the Municipal Act, 2001, Ontario Regulation 119/03 be read a first and second time this 9 th day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-10 being a by-law to authorize the construction of sanitary sewer and private drain connections and Class “A” Pavement on Pentagon Boulevard from McNabb Street to Pleasant Drive under Section 3 of the Municipal Act, 2001, Ontario Regulation 119/03 be read a first and second time this 9 th day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (i) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-11 being a by-law to authorize the construction of sanitary sewer and private drain connections on Goulais Avenue from Bonny Street to Wallace Terrace under Section 3 of the Municipal Act, 2001, Ontario Regulation 119/03 be read a first and second time this 9 th day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (j) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-12 being a by-law to appoint members to various Local Boards in the City of Sault Ste. Marie be read three times and passed in Open Council this 9 th day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (k) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-13 being a by-law to authorize a collective agreement between the City and the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local No. 67 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 9 th day of January, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (l) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-14 being a by-law to authorize the execution of a Memorandum of Agreement between the City and Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario (Minister of Natural Resources) for the transfer of the Bellevue Marina small craft harbour be read three times and passed in Open Council this 9 th day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (m) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-16 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 9 th day of January, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that this Council shall now go into Caucus to discuss three (3) personnel matters; Further be it resolved that should the said Caucus meeting be adjourned, Council may reconvene in Caucus prior to the next meeting of Council to discuss the same matter(s). CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. _________ ”John Rowswell” ___________ MAYOR _________ ”Donna P. Irving” __________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 01 16 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -17,7 +20,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES SPECIAL (COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE) BUDGET MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 01 16 3:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, D. Irving, J. Dolcetti, J. Luszka, K. Streich-Poser, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, S. McLellan, B. Freiburger, N. Apostle, F. Coccimiglio, R. Travaglini, D. Scott, N. Kenny, L. McCoy Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that City Council now proceed into the Committee of the Whole to consider the following matter referred to it - 2006 Budget. CARRIED. 1. 2006 Budget Overview (Scott McLellan, Manager of Budgets and Revenue) 2. Staff Departmental Supplementary Requests Presentations for one-time and/or ongoing supplementary requests were made by: - Donna Irving, City Clerk - Nick Apostle, Commissioner Community Services - Jerry Dolcetti, Commissioner of Engineering and Planning - Frank Coccimiglio, Manager Information Systems - Lynn McCoy, Fire Chief - John Luszka, Commissioner Human Resources - Pat McAuley, Commissioner Public Works and Transportation 3. Presentation by Mayor re Long Term Debt 4. Outside Groups Supplementary Requests Presentations for one-time and/or ongoing supplementary requests were made by: (a) Dr. Allan Northan and Jeff Holmes, Algoma Health Unit (b) Brian Wilson, Art Gallery of Algoma (c) Thomas Godfrey, Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre (d) Bruce Strapp, Economic Development Corporation (e) Ted Wall and Sam Fera, Municipal Heritage Committee (f) John Bain, St. Mary’s River Marine Heritage Centre (Norgoma) (g) Ted Osesky and Cindy Ross, Sault Ste. Marie Humane Society (h) Tom Vair, Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre (i) Walter Wallace, Sault Ste. Marie Museum (j) Willy Eisenbichler, Sault Ste. Marie Public Library (k) Linda Whalen, Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the Committee of the Whole Council now rise without reporting on the matter referred to it - 2006 Budget. CARRIED. 5. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”John Rowswell” __________ MAYOR __________ ”Donna P. Irving” _________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 01 23 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -26,7 +32,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 01 23 4:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, J. Luszka, D. Scott, F. Coccimiglio, J. King, L. Rosso, D. McConnell 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 01 09 and Budget Meeting of 2006 01 16 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Benita Brogno, President; Donna Gregg, General Manager; and Mr. Bon Soo were in attendance concerning Proclamation - Ontario Winter Carnival Bon Soo Time. (b) Richard Folz was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(a). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 01 23 - Part One - Consent A genda, save and except 5.(r) and 5.(v), be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from Richard Folz, 273 Pittsburg Avenue, requested that Council approve free parking for Veterans and a suggestion that the new truck route be named “Veterans Way Bypass” was received by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the request from the resident of 273 Pittsburg Avenue (Richard Folz) that the City pass a by-law to allow free parking at meters and municipal parking lots for veterans who display a veteran license plate on their vehicle and also that the City consider naming the new truck route “Veterans Way Bypass” BE REFERRED to the appropriate city departments for review and report back to Council. CARRIED. (b) Correspondence from AMO was received by Council. (c) Correspondence from the Town of Greater Napanee (concerning support for resolution regarding Richmond Landfill Expansion); the City of Kingston (concerning short and long term strategies to mitigate energy crisis impact on low income households and cold weather exposure on homeless population in Kingston area) and the Township of South Stormont (concerning Private Members Bill 25 - An Act to preserve the gravesites of former Premiers of Ontario) was received by Council. (d) The letter from the Airport Manager, Sault Ste. Marie Airport Development Corporation requesting an exemption to the Noise By-law for events at the Airport Fairgrounds for the Winter Season was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-19 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (e) The letter from David Orazietti, M.P.P. Sault Ste. Marie to the Mayor and Clerk- Treasurer, Town of Thessalon concerning the Alternate Financing and Procurement (AFP) Strategy as it relates to the construction of the new Sault Area Hospital was received by Council. 5. (f) The letter from the Director Michigan Department of Transportation and the Director Department of Labor and Economic Growth to Mayor Rowswell concerning an Update on Sault Ste. Marie as a Multi-Modal Hub - Michigan’s Northern Gateway was received by Council. (g) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 01 23 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (h) Tender for Interior Restoration (Painting & Plastering) at Ermatinger Old Stone House The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 01 23 be endorsed and that the tender pertaining to Interior Restoration at Ermatinger Old Stone House, required by the Community Services Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (i) Property Tax Appeals The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that pursuant to Sections 354 and 357 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 01 23 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (j) Vacant Unit Tax Rebate Program - Commercial and Industrial Properties The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that pursuant to Section 364 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments, under the vacant unit tax rebate program, for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s reports of 2006 01 23 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. 5. (k) Low Income Seniors and Low Income Disabled Tax Relief Program The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Acting City Tax Collector dated 2006 01 23 concerning Low Income Seniors and Low Income Disabled Tax Relief Program be accepted as information. CARRIED. (l) 2006 Interim Tax Billing The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-20 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (m) Downloaded Provincial Costs The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 01 23 concerning Downloaded Provincial Costs be accepted as information. CARRIED. (n) User Fee By-law The reports of the Manager of Budgets and Revenue and the Acting City Tax Collector were accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-3 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Whereas staff have indicated there will be a $60,000.00 deficit to administer lottery license fees; and Whereas both break-open tickets and raffles contribute to lottery license revenues; and Whereas the proposed increase in collections will adversely impact charitable organizations; Therefore be it resolved that Council DEFER the resolution 5.(n) until staff prepare a report detailing administration functions and associated costs with the intent to identify potential areas to reduce costs. DEFEATED. 5. (n) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-3 regarding user fees include a return to a license fee of 3% for all break-open (Nevada) tickets effective April 1, 2006 (with raffle license fees to remain at 1% and bingo license fees at 0% until further review on or before July 1, 2006) and that Council receive the report of the Treasurer dated January 23, 2006 concerning such fees be approved. CARRIED. (o) City Council Resolution to Address Customer Service Request System and Current Policies The report of the Manager of Information Technology was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Manager of Information Technology dated 2006 01 23 concerning City Council Resolution to Address Customer Service Request System and Current Policies be accepted and the recommendation that the City continue with the current practices, procedures and software now in place be approved. CARRIED. (p) Accessibility Centre Funding Partnership With Barrier Free in Algoma Association (BFIA) The report of the Municipal Accessibility Coordinator was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Municipal Accessibility Coordinator dated 2006 01 04 concerning Accessibility Centre Funding Partnership with Barrier Free in Algoma Association (BFIA) be accepted and the recommendations that Council authorize a partnership between the Accessibility Centre and BFIA to deliver projects related to accessibility and the hiring of 1.5 persons on contract to be employed at the Accessibility Centre to provide project services from funding secured by BFIA through the National Child Benefit Strategy be approved. CARRIED. (q) Second Reading of Bill 206 - An Act to Revise the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System Act, 2005 The report of the Commissioner of Human Resources was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Whereas City Council passed a resolution on November 14, 2005 not to support Bill 206 and requesting that the Government of Ontario reconsider the advisability of proceeding with the bill; and Whereas no municipal government in Ontario has expressed support for Bill 206; and 5. (q) Whereas the Canadian Union of Public Employees is actively opposing Bill 206; and Whereas the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing has sent a letter to Council indicating the Government of Ontario’s intention to proceed with the Bill 206 and that the bill has been introduced into the legislature for second reading; Therefore be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council reconfirms that it does not support Bill 206, and requests that the Government of Ontario reconsider the advisability of proceeding with Bill 206 in its current form; and Further be it resolved that David Orazietti, Sault Ste. Marie M.P.P.; the Honourable John Gerretsen, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing; the Honourable Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario; and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario be advised that this Council does not support proposed changes to OMERS contained in Bill 206. CARRIED. Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest - spouse employed by Police Services and enrolled in OMERS. (r) External Defibrillators Supplementary Budgetary Request The report of the Commissioner of Human Resources was received by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Human Resources dated 2006 01 23 concerning External Defibrillators Supplementary Budgetary Request be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the immediate installation of defibrillator units at Memorial Gardens, John Rhodes, McMeeken Centre, Civic Centre, Seniors Drop-In Centre and Seniors Steelton Centre at an estimated cost of $35,000.00 with funds to come from the OMERS Premium Reduction Reserve be approved. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. TABLED TO THE FEBRUARY 6, 2006 COUNCIL MEETING. Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest - spouse employed by Police Services. (s) Memorial Tower The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 01 23 concerning Memorial Tower be accepted and the recommendation that the retention of the Memorial Tower be considered as fulfilling the City’s Cultural Policy requirements of Section 3.3(i) for the new Sports and Entertainment Centre be approved. CARRIED. 5. (t) Funding Application - Celebrate Canada Program The report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture dated 2006 01 23 concerning Funding Application - Celebrate Canada Program be accepted and the recommendation that Council authorize the City of Sault Ste. Marie funding application to the 2006 Canadian Heritage - Celebrate Canada Program be approved. CARRIED. (u) Engineering Services - Goulais Avenue Reconstruction The report of the Director of Engineering Design and Buildings was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-15 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (v) Landfill Site - Second Weigh Scale Revised Budget Estimate The report of the Manager of Construction and Environmental Engineering was received by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Manager of Construction and Environmental Engineering dated 2006 01 23 concerning Landfill Site - Second Weigh Scale Revised Budget Estimate be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the revised budget estimate of $600,000.00 with funds to come from the Waste Disposal Site Reserve be approved. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. TABLED TO THE FEBRUARY 6, 2006 COUNCIL MEETING. (w) Prince Wind Farm - Maki Road Realignment The report of the Director of Engineering Design and Buildings was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Design and Buildings dated 2006 01 23 concerning Prince Wind Farm - Maki Road Realignment be accepted as information. CARRIED. (x) Report of the Water Strategy Expert Panel The report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning was accepted by Council. 5. (x) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning dated 2006 01 23 concerning Report of the Water Strategy Expert Panel be accepted and the recommendation that Council support the position of North Bay Council in opposing the recommendations contained in the Report of the Water Strategy Panel; and Further resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council is specifically opposed to: - Any legislation that would require the consolidation of “cluster communities” in the North that would effectively result in the cross-subsidization of water rates; - Any legislation that would require the establishment of a corporate utility entity to hold the assets and operate water and wastewater systems; - Any action that eliminates senior level of government subsidy for sustainable water systems; - Any action in setting pricing and rate recommendations that would restrict local autonomy; and Further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Minister of Public Renewal Infrastructure, David Orazietti, M.P.P. Sault Ste. Marie, City of North Bay, AMO and FONOM be approved. CARRIED. (y) Gateway Project Environmental Site Specific Risk Assessment The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. The relevant By- law 2006-18 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 01 23 concerning the Gateway Project Environmental Site Specific Risk Assessment be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve a contract with Conestoga-Rovers and Associates to provide a peer review of the risk assessment for the Gateway property at an estimated cost of $8,082.00; with only tasks 1 and 2 proceeding at this time at an estimated cost of $3,203.00 be endorsed. CARRIED. (z) Community Improvement Plans Reports of the Chief Administrative Officer and Planning Director were accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the reports of the Chief Administrative Officer and Planning Director dated 2006 01 23 concerning Community Improvement Plans be accepted and the recommendation that Council authorize Public Notice of its intent to consider designating the City of Sault Ste. Marie as a Community Improvement Project Area as per Part IV, Section 28 of the Planning Act be endorsed. CARRIED. 5. (aa) Sale of 140 Gore Street The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 01 23 concerning Sale of 140 Gore Street be accepted and the recommendation that Council declare the property surplus, advertise the property for sale and obtain a valuation of the property be approved. CARRIED. (bb) Private Member Bill 123 - Transparency in Public Matters Act, 2005 The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 01 23 concerning Private Member’s Bill 123 - Transparency in Public Matters Act 2005 be accepted as information. CARRIED. (cc) Summary of Bill 53 - The Stronger City of Toronto for a Stronger Ontario Act, 2005 The report of the Assistant City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Assistant City Solicitor dated 2006 01 23 concerning Summary of Bill 53 - The Stronger City of Toronto for a Stronger Ontario Act 2005 be accepted as information. CARRIED. (dd) Proposed Sale of Waterlot Abutting 3 McPhail Street The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 01 23 concerning Proposed Sale of Waterlot Abutting 3 McPhail Street be accepted and the recommendation that Council declare the property surplus and authorize the sale of the property be approved. CARRIED. (ee) Closed Meetings of Council - Ontario Court of Appeal Decision - RSJ Holdings Inc. v. The Corporation of the City of London The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. 5. (ee) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 01 23 concerning Closed Meetings of Council - Ontario Court of Appeal Decision - RSJ Holdings Inc. v. The Corporation of the City of London be accepted as information. CARRIED. (ff) Ravina Street Sidewalk Snowplowing The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 01 23 concerning Ravina Street Sidewalk Snowplowing be accepted and the recommendation that the sidewalk on the east side of Ravina Street be added immediately to the list of sidewalks plowed each winter season by Public Works and Transportation be approved. CARRIED. (gg) Purchase of Pre-Owned Transit Buses Reports of the Chief Administrative Officer and Transit Manager were accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the reports of the Chief Administrative Officer and Transit Manager dated 2006 01 23 concerning Purchase of Pre-Owned Transit Buses be accepted and the recommendation that Council authorize the purchase and financing of seven pre-owned transit buses from Capital Bus Sales of Quebec City in accordance with terms and conditions set out therein; and Further resolved that the Manager of Transit and appropriate staff be authorized to travel to inspect the vehicles prior to completion of the transaction and taking delivery be approved. CARRIED. (hh) Bear Wise Program The report of the Chair Sault Ste. Marie Police Services Board was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Chair Sault Ste. Marie Police Services Board dated 2005 12 02 concerning Bear Wise Program BE REFERRED to the Legal and Finance Departments for review and report back to Council. CARRIED. 5. (ii) Correspondence from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation advising that the quarterly payment of the 5% allocation from October 1, 2005 to December 31, 2005 is $372,518.00 was received by Council. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas North America is too dependent on fossil fuels for electricity, transportation and heating; and Whereas energy prices have reached record highs; and Whereas we should be reducing green-house gas emissions in accordance with the Kyoto Protocol; and Whereas our local Public Utilities, along with other Electrical Distributors, are encouraging conservation and will be taking part in ongoing education initiatives to inform the public of best practices; Therefore be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council lead by example and encourage all of our municipal departments and partners to strongly consider innovative ways to conserve energy, i.e., solar cladding on new and renovated buildings to deliver heat and ventilation, waste to energy projects, passive solar heating for swimming pools, expanded use of LED lighting, and any of the multitude of solutions to the energy crunch which are the highlighted topics in our municipal and electrical magazines, and conference and workshops. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that City Council congratulates former Sault Ste. Marie City Councillor Derik Brandt on his new employment as Chief Administrative Officer with South Glengarry Township (Lancaster Ontario) and wish him success in his future endeavours. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 01 23 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-3 being a by-law to establish user fees and service charges and to repeal By-law 2005-6 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 23 rd day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-15 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and Totten Sims Hubicki Associates to prepare design drawings for the proposed reconstruction of Goulais Avenue between Bonney Street and Wallace Terrace be read three times and passed in Open Council this 23 rd day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-17 being a by-law to designate 455 Albert Street West as an area of site plan control be read three times and passed in Open Council this 23 rd day of January, 2006. (Mario Naccarato) CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-18 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and Conestoga-Rovers to provide a peer review of the risk assessment for the Gateway property be read three times and passed in Open Council this 23 rd day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-19 being a by-law to amend By-laws 80-200 and By- law 4100 dealing with the exemption from the noise control by-laws for various events to be held at the Airport Fairgrounds be read three times and passed in Open Council this 23 rd day of January, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-20 being a by-law to provide for Interim Tax Levies be read three times and passed in Open Council this 23 rd day of January, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that this Council shall now go into Caucus to discuss one property (possible land acquisition) and one personal matter about an identifiable individual; and Further be it resolved that should the said Caucus meeting be adjourned, Council may reconvene in Caucus prior to the next meeting of Council to discuss the same matter(s). CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”John Rowswell” __________ MAYOR __________ ”Donna P. Irving” _________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 02 06 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -35,7 +44,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 02 06 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso ABSENT : Councillor J. Curran OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, D. McConnell, P. McAuley, J. Luszka, K. Steich-Poser 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 01 23 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Mike Barker, Chair Vincent Place and Jim Paddon, President St. Vincent de Paul Society were in attendance concerning Proclamation - Toque Day. (b) Mike O’Neill, Co-Chair, Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District Northern Ontario School of Medicine Bursary Fund Committee was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(w). (c) Helen Ross, ARCH Project Coordinator; and Brendan Cullin, Algoma Residential Community Hospice were in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(b). (d) Alvin Olar, Chair, Sault Youth Council and Linda Ryan, Youth Opportunities Council were in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(c). 4. (e) Blake Golder, EMR, North Region Coordinator, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation; and Mike Gaudette, Sault Ste. Marie Safe Communities Partnership were in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(l)(ii). (f) Brian Curran, President and C.E.O., PUC Inc. was in attendance concerning Operation of City Water System. (g) Rhonda Bateman, Source Protection Planning Coordinator and Linda Whalen, General Manager, Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority were in attendance with a presentation concerning Source Protection Planning. (h) Ken Lajambe, Chair, Fundraising Subcommittee; and Walter Wallace were in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(n). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 02 06 - Part One - Consent Agenda, save and except 5.(l)(i) OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH, be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO was received by Council. (b) The letter from the Algoma Residential Community Hospice concerning plans for a residential hospice in Sault Ste. Marie and the letter from Mayor Rowswell to the Algoma Residential Community Hospice were received by Council. (c) Correspondence from the Sault Youth Council dated 2006 01 31 concerning a proposal to Council for the creation of a municipal Youth Strategy Officer and funding for a youth strategy was received by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Whereas City Council receives and endorses the letters and the report of the Sault Youth Council dated 2006 01 31 concerning a Proposal to City Council that the City create a municipal position of Youth Strategy Officer and that the City provide the resources to fund the position and implement a youth strategy BE REFERRED to the Finance Committee and to Council for consideration during the 2006 Budget Deliberations; and 5. (c) Further BE REFERRED to appropriate staff with a request from Council that staff meet with both Provincial and Federal government representatives for sources of funding and report back to City Council. CARRIED. (d) The Press Release from Algoma University College concerning the first Masters Level Degree in Computer Games Technology in Canada and First Master of Science Degree in this field offered at Algoma University was received by Council. (e) Correspondence from the County of Brant (concerning the report of the Water Strategy Expert Panel); the City of Greater Sudbury (concerning support for the establishment of a Centre of Excellence in Mining Innovation at Laurentian University); and the Niagara Region (concerning minimum capital program funding) was received by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Whereas Laurentian University has created the Mining Leadership Team to establish Greater Sudbury as a Centre of Mining Research Excellence; and Whereas the City of Greater Sudbury in a resolution dated 2006 01 11 has supported the establishment of a Centre of Excellence in Mining Innovation at Laurentian University; Now therefore be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council supports the City of Greater Sudbury and Laurentian University in their efforts toward the establishment of a Centre of Excellence in Mining Innovation at Laurentian University. CARRIED. (f) The letter from the Director, Special Ombudsman Response Team (SORT) in response to a recent Council resolution was received by Council. (g) Correspondence from the Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association and a Toronto Star article concerning Bill 206 An Act to Review the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System was received by Council. Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest - spouse employed by Police Services. (h) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 02 06 be approved as requested. CARRIED. 5. (i) RFP - Ergonomic Furniture - Social Housing Services Relocation The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 02 06 be endorsed and that the proposal pertaining to the supply and installation of Ergonomic Office Furniture, required by the Social Services Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (j) 2006 Allocation for the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 02 06 concerning 2006 Allocation for the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) be accepted as information; and Further resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council request that the Province review and eliminate, or at the very least accelerate, the Phase-In Adjustment increase program for Northern Ontario municipalities be approved. CARRIED. (k) Requests for Financial Assistance for 2006 The report of the Manager of Finance and Audits was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Manager of Finance and Audits dated 2006 02 06 concerning Requests for Financial Assistance for 2006 be accepted and the recommendations contained therein be approved. CARRIED. (l)(i) External Defibrillators - Supplementary Budgetary Request The report of the Commissioner of Human Resources was received by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Human Resources dated 2006 01 23 concerning External Defibrillators Supplementary Budgetary Request be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the immediate installation of defibrillator units at Memorial Gardens, John Rhodes, McMeeken Centre, Civic Centre, Seniors Drop-In Centre and Seniors Steelton Centre at an estimated cost of $35,000.00 with funds to come from the OMERS Premium Reduction Reserve be approved. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. 5. (l)(i) Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest - spouse employed by Police Services. (ii) Community Public Access Defibrillator Program The report of Councillor Steve Butland was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of Councillor Steve Butland dated 2006 02 06 concerning Community Public Access Defibrillator Program be accepted and the recommendation that City Council DEFER the acquisition of defibrillators for city-owned facilities until a community strategy is developed at which time the city would proceed in an appropriate and timely manner and further that the Sault Ste. Marie Safe Communities Partnership be asked to convene such a meeting of interested community stakeholders and further that Councillor Steve Butland along with appropriate staff be authorized to represent the city at such a meeting. CARRIED. (m) Renewal of Employee Assistance Program (E.A.P.) Contract With Group Health Centre The report of the Commissioner of Human Resources was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-30 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (n) Memorial Tower The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. The copy of the Letter to the Editor appearing in Sault Star on Thursday, February 2, 2006 from Dr. Bob Ewing, Chair of Sault Ste. Marie Municipal Heritage Committee was received by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 02 06 concerning Memorial Tower be accepted as information. CARRIED. (o) Landfill Site - Second Weigh Scale Revised Budget Estimate The report of the Manager of Construction and Environmental Engineering was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Manager of Construction and Environmental Engineering dated 2006 01 23 concerning Landfill Site - Second Weigh Scale Revised Budget Estimate be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the revised budget estimate of $600,000.00 with funds to come from the Waste Disposal Site Reserve be approved. CARRIED. 5. (p) Engineering Services - Pentagon Boulevard Reconstruction The report of the Director of Engineering Design and Buildings was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-24 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (q) Community Improvement Plan The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. The relevant By- law 2006-32 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 02 06 concerning Community Improvement Plan be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve a By-law to designate the entire municipality as a Community Improvement Project Area as per Section 28(2) of the Planning Act be endorsed. CARRIED. (r) Amendment to Spring Half-Load Restrictions on Maki Road The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-25 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (s) Safer Communities - 1,000 Officers Partnership Program The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-29 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest - spouse employed by Police Services. (t) Ontario Municipal Board Hearing - 626 Fifth Line East and 32 Powley Road - Martin’s Trailers The reports of the Assistant City Solicitor were accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the reports of the Assistant City Solicitor dated 2006 02 06 concerning Ontario Municipal Board Hearing - 626 Fifth Line East and 32 Powley Road - Martin’s Trailers be accepted as information. CARRIED. (u) Canadian Union of Public Employees (C.U.P.E.) Area Strike Vote Meetings - Bill 206 - O.M.E.R.S. The report of the Commissioner of Human Resources was accepted by Council. 5. (u) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Human Resources dated 2006 02 06 concerning Canadian Union of Public Employees (C.U.P.E.) Area Strike Vote Meetings - Bill 206 - O.M.E.R.S. be accepted as information. CARRIED. Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest - spouse employed by Police Services. (v) Application A-25-05-T - Sam Rainone - 99 Gibb Street The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-34 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (w) The February 3 rd Media Release concerning the Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District NOSM Bursary Fund Committee announcement of funds raised to financially support students from Northern Ontario attending NOSM was received by Council. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-01-06-OP - 755 Airport Road - 553304 Ontario Limited - Request to Rezone in Order to Permit the Creation of One New Rural Residential Lot The report of the Planning Division was received by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that Planning Application No. A-01-06-OP - 755 Airport Road BE DEFERRED to the April 10, 2006 Council Meeting at the request of the property owner. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 02 06 concerning Application No. A-1-06-OP - 553304 Ontario Limited be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve Official Plan Amendment No. 109 be endorsed. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas the Provincial Government has introduced legislation to pass Bill 206; and Whereas the passage of this bill may have significant ramifications on the finances of the City of Sault Ste. Marie; and Whereas the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing has ignored the request of AMO in June of 2005 to provide an assessment of the potential cost impacts of Bill 206 on municipalities; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council invite our M.P.P. David Orazietti to Council so that he might articulate to us the specifics of Bill 206 in relation to additional costs that will be imposed upon this community as a result of Bill 206. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas the City’s current interest rate charged on unpaid taxes is 15%; and Whereas some members of the community have expressed serious concern about this rate being punitive and excessive; and Whereas it is acknowledged that it is important to the City’s operations and fiscal capability, that all taxes are paid on time and that the City should not find itself financing or “carrying” taxes which may be outstanding and therefore must charge a rate which encourages timely payment to the City; Now therefore be it resolved that the City Treasurer be asked to review the current rate as well as rates charged by other communities and report back to Council on the rationale for the current rate and any changes which he may consider appropriate. CARRIED. The letter from the President, Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce was received by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Whereas the Municipal Act allows municipalities to charge an interest rate of 1 ¼% per month on overdue taxes; and Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie’s current policy has established a rate of 1 ¼% per month non-compounding payable only on the principal amount outstanding; and Whereas lending institutions exist for the purpose of assisting businesses and homeowners with low-interest loans; and Whereas other organizations such as the Enterprise Centre and the Economic Development Corporation also exist to assist business owners in several ways; and 7. (b) Whereas the interest rate charged by the City of Sault Ste. Marie on overdue taxes is in line with all other municipalities; and Whereas the purpose of an interest rate of 1 ¼% per month is to encourage timely payment of taxes for the cash flow needs of the city; and Whereas the city has established several payment options to assist ratepayers in timely payment of taxes to avoid unnecessary interest charges; and Whereas lowering the interest rate may in fact cause more businesses and individuals to be in tax arrears causing additional burden on staff resources; and Whereas a reduction in taxes to accommodate the minority of businesses and homeowners who pay late will result in a reduction in interest revenue that will have to be compensated for through increases in property taxes for the majority of residents and businesses who pay taxes on time; Now therefore be it resolved that the city leave the interest rate charged on overdue taxes at the rate of 1 ¼% per month. TABLED. (c) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas the recent Federal Election held on January 23, 2006 has resulted in a new minority government with Stephen Harper as Prime Minister being elected by the people of Canada; and Whereas Tony Martin has been successfully re-elected as the M.P. for Sault Ste. Marie; Now therefore be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council offers its congratulations and best wishes to The Right Honourable Stephen Harper, Prime Minister of Canada, M.P. Tony Martin and all parliamentarians elected in this minority Government with our sincerest hopes that all will work together to move our Country and our Community forward; and Further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to The Right Honourable Stephen Harper and to M.P. Tony Martin. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Whereas Sault Ste. Marie will be well represented at the Olympic Winter Games in Torino, Italy when the Games begin on February 10 th , 2006; Be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council expresses its best wishes to all competitors during these Games; and Further that Council offers its special thoughts for success to Marty Turco (Team Canada Hockey), Bridget Acton (Canadian Alpine Skier), Paul DiPietro (Team Switzerland Hockey), and John Porco (Team Italy Hockey); and Further that the C.A.O. be requested to have appropriate City staff organize a civic ceremony after the Games are completed in honour of these four athletes. CARRIED. 7. (e) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that Councillor Steve Butland be authorized to attend the Competitive Cities Conference in Toronto on March 8, 9 and 10, 2006 at an approximate cost of $2,500.00. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that all the By-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 02 06 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-21 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-22 being a by-law to appoint Don Elliott as Director of Engineering Services be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-23 being a by-law to amend Cemeteries By-law 99- 208 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-24 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and Kresin Engineering to provide engineering services for the reconstruction of Pentagon Boulevard between McNabb Street and Pleasant Drive be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (e) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-25 being a by-law to amend Schedule “M” to Traffic By-law 77-200 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-26 being a by-law to authorize a collective agreement between the City and the United Steel Workers of America - Local 2251 (Transit) for the period February 1, 2005 to January 31, 2008 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-27 being a by-law to authorize the disposal of surplus City property at 140 Gore Street be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-29 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City, the Province and The Sault Ste. Marie Police Services Board for provincial funding for the hiring of new police officers under the Safer Communities - 1,000 Officers Partnership Program be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (i) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-30 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and the Sault Ste. Marie and District Group Health Association for the provision of Employee Assistance Services be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (j) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-32 being a by-law to designate the City of Sault Ste. Marie as a Community Improvement Project area be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (k) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-34 being a by-law to permit an automobile repair garage at 99 Gibb Street be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of February, 2006. (Sam Rainone) CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that this Council shall now go into Caucus to discuss one labour relations item and one personal matter about identifiable individuals; and Further be it resolved that should the said Caucus meeting be adjourned, Council may reconvene in Caucus prior to the next meeting of Council to discuss the same matter(s). CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. ___________ ”John Rowswell” _________ MAYOR ___________ ”Donna P. Irving” ________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 02 20 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -45,7 +57,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 02 20 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, D. Celetti, J. Collins, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco ABSENT : Councillors L. Turco, J. Curran, T. Sheehan, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, D. McConnell, M. White, D. Elliott, J. Luszka, P. McAuley 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 02 06 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Peter Vaudry, on behalf of the Sault Ste. Marie Physician Recruitment Committee and Don Mitchell, on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce were in attendance concerning agenda item 7.(a). (b) Joan Desjardins, District Manager, Algoma District Easter Seal Society was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Easter Seals Month. (c) Jeff Holmes, Chair, CQI Quality Leadership Team and Jody Rebek, CQI Executive Director were in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(a). (d) Gord Smedley was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(t). (e) Michael Kresin, Kresin Engineering was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(x). 4. (f) Bill Therriault, Managing Director, Destiny Sault Ste. Marie; Reg St. Amour, BLCT Consulting; and Tom Vair, Executive Director, Innovation Centre were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(8)(a). (g) Bill Therriault, Managing Director, Destiny Sault Ste. Marie was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(8)(b). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 02 20 - Part One - Consent Agenda, save and except 5.(v) - Tabled, be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) The report entitled CQI Moving Forward dated February 2006 was received by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the CQI Quality Leadership Team entitled CQI Moving Forward dated February 2006 be accepted as information. CARRIED. (b) Correspondence from AMO and OGRA was received by Council. (c) Correspondence from the Town of The Blue Mountains and Municipality of Grey Highlands (concerning Section 23 of Bill 51); Northumberland County (concerning Bill 206 OMERS); the Town of Halton Hills (concerning requesting that the Government of Canada make the Federal Gas Tax Funding for municipalities a permanent program); and the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry (concerning increase in municipal liability insurance premiums) was received by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council supports the resolution of the Town of Halton Hills (resolution No. 2006-0043) passed February 6, 2006 in which the Government of Canada is requested to make the Federal Gas Tax Funding for municipalities a permanent program by legislation; and 5. (c) Further that the amount per litre be reviewed in the fifth year with any proposed changes to include input from FCM and provincial municipal organizations; and Further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Office of the Prime Minister, the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, FCM, AMO, Town of Halton Hills, and Sault Ste. Marie M.P. Tony Martin. CARRIED. (d) The letter from the Co-Chairs, Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District Northern Ontario School of Medicine Bursary Fund Committee thanking Mayor Rowswell for the donation to the Bursary Fund was received by Council. (e) The letter from the M.P.P. Sarnia-Lambton in response to a Council resolution concerning private members Bill 123 the Transparency in Public Matters Act was received by Council. (f) The letter from the Minister of Transportation concerning the city’s provincial gas tax allocation of $888,923.00 for the period October 1, 2005 to September 30, 2006 was received by Council. (g) The letter from the Ministry of the Environment to Councillor S. Butland concerning future policy on legislation changes to the environmental assessment (EA) program was received by Council. (h) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 02 20 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (i) Council Travel Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that Mayor John Rowswell and Councillors Jason Collins, Lou Turco and Pat Mick be authorized to attend the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Annual Conference being held in Ottawa (4 days in August 2006) at an estimated cost of $1,500.00 each to the City. CARRIED. (j) Firefighters’ Protective Turnout Clothing The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. 5. (j) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 02 20 be endorsed and that the quotation for the supply and delivery of Firefighters’ Protective Turnout Clothing, required by Fire Services, be accepted as recommended. CARRIED. (k) Tender for Construction/Fabrication of Display Units for the Ermatinger Old Stone House The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 02 20 be endorsed and that the tender pertaining to Construction/Fabrication of Display Units for the Ermatinger Old Stone House, required by the Community Services Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (l) Tender for Graphic Reproduction for the Ermatinger Old Stone House The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 02 20 be endorsed and that the tender pertaining to Graphic Reproduction for the Ermatinger Old Stone House, required by the Community Services Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (m) Tender for Special Effect Lighting and Sound for Displays at the Ermatinger Old Stone House The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 02 20 be endorsed and that the tender pertaining to Special Effects for Displays at the Ermatinger Old Stone House, required by the Community Services Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (n) Tender for Survey Equipment - One (1) Leica Smart Station With GPS and Rover Components The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. 5. (n) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 02 20 be endorsed and that the tender to supply and deliver One (1) Leica Smart Station and Rover Components, required by the Engineering and Planning Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (o) Property Tax Appeals The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that pursuant to Section 357 of the Municipal Act 2001, the adjustments for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 02 20 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (p) 2005 and 2006 Tax Apportionments The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that pursuant to Section 356 of the Municipal Act that the apportionment for the tax account(s) outlined on the attached lists, certified by the Acting City Tax Collector, be approved to amend the Tax Roll in accordance with the report. CARRIED. (q) Vacant Unit Tax Rebate Program - Commercial and Industrial Properties The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that pursuant to Section 364 of the Municipal Act 2001, the adjustments, under the vacant unit tax rebate program, for tax accounts outlined in the Acting City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 02 20 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (r) Youth Strategy Officer The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 02 20 concerning Youth Strategy Officer be accepted as information. CARRIED. 5. (s) Potential CUPE - “Day of Protest” Strike Action The report of the Commissioner of Human Resources was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Human Resources dated 2006 02 20 concerning Potential CUPE “Day of Protest” Strike Action be accepted as information. CARRIED. (t) Museum Ship Norgoma The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 02 20 concerning Museum Ship Norgoma be accepted as information. CARRIED. (u) Sault Ste. Marie Sport and Entertainment Centre - Sale of Alcohol - Stadium Endorsement The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 02 20 concerning Sault Ste. Marie Sports and Entertainment Centre - Sale of Alcohol - Stadium Endorsement be accepted; and Further resolved that Council approve the issuance of a stadium endorsement allowing the serving of alcohol in the fixed tiered seats during a live sporting event, live entertainment event, or OHL game at the Sault Ste. Marie Sports and Entertainment Centre in order to fulfill the requirements of the application to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario be approved. CARRIED. (v) Commercial and Government Vessels Dockage Fees at Roberta Bondar Marina The report of the Supervisor of Community Centres and Marine Facilities was received by Council. 5. (v) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Supervisor of Community Centres and Marine Facilities dated 2006 02 20 concerning Commercial and Government Vessels Dockage Fees at Roberta Bondar Marina be accepted and the recommended fee structure effective March 1, 2006 be approved. TABLED. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. (w) Sault Ste. Marie Property Municipal Heritage Committee - Historic Places Initiative/Ministry of Culture - Heritage Week 2006 The report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture on behalf of the Sault Ste. Marie Municipal Heritage Committee concerning Sault Ste. Marie Property Municipal Heritage Committee Historic Places Initiative/Ministry of Culture Heritage Week 2006 be accepted as information. CARRIED. (x) Great Northern Road Corridor Capacity Improvements The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 02 20 concerning Great Northern Road Corridor Capacity Improvements be accepted as information. CARRIED. Councillor B. Hayes declared a pecuniary interest - resides on Pine Street. (y) Engineering Services - Devon Road Reconstruction The report of the Director of Engineering Design and Buildings was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-31 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (z) Engineering Services - Trunk Road Resurfacing The report of the Director of Engineering Design and Buildings was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-33 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (aa) Truck Route Funding Agreement The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-35 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (bb) Contract 2006-1E - Demolition and Removal of Structures - Transportation Corridor - Civic No’s 376 and 404 Cathcart Street The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-41 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (cc) Review of City By-law 95-16 Which Deals With the Sale of City Real Property Including Closed Street and Laneways The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-40 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (dd) Michipicoten Court Facility The report of the Assistant City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-38 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (ee) Application No. A-2-06-Z.OP - Amendments to Zoning By-law 2005-150, Special Exceptions By-law 2005-151 and the Official Plan The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 02 20 concerning Application No. A-2-06-Z.OP - Amendments to Zoning By-law 2005-150, Special Exceptions By-law 2005-151 and the Official Plan be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council accept the proposed amendments as information and authorize staff to give Public Notice of Council’s intent to consider these matters at their March 20, 2006 meeting be endorsed. CARRIED. (ff) Zoning By-law 2005-150 - Outdoor Storage Regulations Review - January 2006 The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 02 20 concerning Zoning By-law 2005-150 - Outdoor Storage Regulations Review January 2006 be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council accept the proposed amendments to the Outdoor Storage Regulations Zoning By-law 2005-150 as information and authorize staff to give Public Notice of Council’s intent to consider these matters at their March 20, 2006 meeting be endorsed. CARRIED. (gg) Lions Club - Pointe Des Chenes Campground The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. 5. (gg) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 02 20 concerning the Lions Club - Pointe Des Chenes Campground Annual Statement be accepted as information; and Further that the Lions Club be acknowledged and thanked by Council for its excellent operation of this Campground over many years. CARRIED. (hh) Correspondence from M.P.P. David Orazietti in response to a Council resolution concerning OMERS Bill 206 was received by Council. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (1) ADMINISTRATIVE (a) Corporate Strategic Plan Activity Update The report of the Deputy City Clerk and Manager of Quality Improvement was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Deputy City Clerk and Manager of Quality Improvement dated 2006 02 20 concerning Corporate Strategic Plan Activity Update be accepted and further that the recommended revised Leading the Way - Naturally Corporate Strategic Plan objectives and activities be approved. CARRIED. 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Urban Settlement Area Boundary Expansion Review The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 02 20 concerning the Urban Settlement Area Boundary Expansion Review be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council defer the report on the expansion of the City’s Urban Settlement Area to March 6, 2006, to allow for further discussion with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing be endorsed. CARRIED. 6. (8) BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (a) Information Technology Strategy - Contributing Towards Economic Development The report of Destiny Sault Ste. Marie was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of Destiny Sault Ste. Marie entitled Information Technology Strategy - Contributing Towards Economic Development dated February 2006 be accepted as information. CARRIED. (b) Market Assessment and Development of a Business Case for Multi-Modal Facilities in Sault Ste. Marie The report of the Chair, Multi-Modal Task Force was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Chair, Multi-Modal Task Force dated 2006 02 20 concerning Market Assessment and Development of a Business Case for Multi- Modal Facilities in Sault Ste. Marie be accepted; and Further resolved that the following three recommendations to City Council: 1) that once all partner funding is confirmed (NOHFC, FedNor, Transport Canada) the City will enter into an agreement with KPMG to undertake and complete the study at a total cost not to exceed $571,862.00; and 2) that once all partner funding is confirmed (NOHFC, FedNor, Transport Canada) Council authorizes expenditure of support costs not to exceed $60,000.00; and 3) that the total direct contribution of the City to this initiative will not exceed $157,965.00 be approved. CARRIED. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Whereas the Association of International Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (AIPSO), affiliated with the Policy Round Table Mobilizing Professionals and Trades (PRMPT) represents well over 2000 internationally trained medical doctors who currently reside in Ontario and who wish to practice their profession but are prevented from doing so because of current regulations; and Whereas members of AIPSO range from highly experienced physicians and specialists to recent graduates, all of whom are qualified to practice medicine in the Countries where they were trained; and 7. (a) Whereas, subject to appropriate licencing in Ontario, many of these doctors are quite prepared to relocate to and make long term commitments to practice medicine in underserviced communities such as Sault Ste. Marie; and Whereas Sault Ste. Marie has become very proactive in supporting the different ways in which medical service gaps in our community might be filled in both short and long term approaches; and Whereas there is a need to show both the Governments of Canada and Ontario and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario that many patients, and indeed many communities, in the Province can be significantly assisted with a serious and accelerated process of qualifying foreign trained doctors for licencing in Ontario; and Whereas the Sault Se. Marie Physician Recruitment Committee, a Committee of Council, with the full support of the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce, has entered into a partnership with AIPSO to propose a 3 year pilot project in Sault Ste. Marie which would provide the sound business case, based on supply (of qualified medical doctors) and demand (of many Ontarians without doctors and communities which are seriously underserviced) for all levels of government to seriously expedite the process of testing and qualifying the many foreign trained doctors who are anxious to assist in providing the medical care which is badly needed in many communities in the Province, Now Therefore Be It Resolved that City Council supports and endorses the proposed partnership and urges the senior levels of government and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario to consider this proposal as very practical and a real way in which this very serious problem of a lack of medical doctors may be addressed in a timely fashion. CARRIED. Note : The letter from the Chamber of Commerce and the report entitled Community Navigator Project were received by Council. Recorded Vote For: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, J. Collins, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco Against: Nil Absent: Councillors L. Turco, J. Curran, T. Sheehan, D. Amaroso 7. (b) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Whereas the St. Basil Saints Senior Girls Basketball Team has captured the Ontario Federation of Schools Athletic Association (OFSAA) 'A' Championships; and Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie recently celebrated this great accomplishment along with the other magnificent deeds of Dr. John Kenneth Mohamed, Marie and Elgin Long and Jean Wyatt at the annual Medal of Merit Ceremony; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council challenge the St. Basil Saints Senior Girls Basketball Team to a Charity Basketball game and that the details and rules to be determined by a meeting of representatives of the Team and a few volunteers from Council at a future date; and Further that Council be authorized to begin the process of creating a Team. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 02 20 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that By-law 2006-31 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and STEM Engineering Group for engineering services with respect to the reconstruction of Devon Road be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that By-law 2006-33 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and M. R. Wright and Associates Co. Ltd. for engineering services for the widening and resurfacing of Trunk Road between Black Road and Boundary Road be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (c) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that By-law 2006-35 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and the Minister of Transportation regarding a funding agreement for the construction of the Truck Route between the International Bridge on Queen Street to Second Line at John Street be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that By-law 2006-38 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and the Township of Michipicoten respecting the lease of municipal office space to be utilized as a Provincial Offences Court Facility be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that By-law 2006-39 being a by-law to establish the temporary reduction of lottery and bingo licence fees and to repeal By-law 2006-4 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that By-law 2006-40 being a by-law to amend the Municipality’s property disposition By-law 95-16 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that By-law 2006-41 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Mid-Canada Construction Corp. for the demolition and removal of structures at Civic 376 and 404 Cathcart Street to accommodate the Transportation Corridor be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that By-law 2006-42 being a by-law to authorize a letter of agreement between the City and Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Transportation for the use of the Ontario Dedicated Gas Tax Funds for public transportation be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (i) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that By-law 2006-43 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and the United Transportation Union (Local 104) be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. (j) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that By-law 2006-47 being a by-law to authorize a contract agreement with Local 67 (Day Care Group) of the Canadian Union of Public Employees for the period commencing June 1, 2005 and terminating May 31 st , 2009 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of February, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that this Council shall now go into Caucus to discuss one property (possible land acquisition and disposition) item; and Further be it resolved that should the said Caucus meeting be adjourned, Council may reconvene in Caucus prior to the next meeting of Council to discuss the same matter(s). CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”John Rowswell” __________ MAYOR __________ ”Donna P. Irving” _________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 03 06 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -55,7 +70,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 03 06 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, J. Luszka, D. McConnell, P. Liepa, B. Strapp 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 02 20 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Joshua McBride, Recipient of the Ontario Spirit Tsunami Award was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Red Cross Month. (b) Cecilia Fernedez, representative of Unity and Diversity Sault Ste. Marie was in attendance concerning Proclamation - International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination. (c) Bonnie Baranski, representing International Women’s Day Organizing Committee was in attendance concerning Proclamation - International Women’s Day. (d) Richard Folz was in attendance concerning Agenda item 5.(r). (e) Duane Buchanan, Searchmont Ski Association; Dan Missere, Inside Resort Manager; and Ian McMillan, Tourism Sault Ste. Marie were in attendance with a Searchmont Ski Hill update. 4. (f) Udo Rauk, C.A.O., and Candy Mitchell, Downtown Association; and Jonathan Hack, Senior Associate, IBI Group were in attendance concerning Economic Feasibility and Downtown Improvement Study Phase I. PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 03 06 - Part One - Consent Agenda be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO and OGRA, the letter from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing concerning An Act to Revise the OMERS 2006 and the News Release from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing were received by Council. Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest - spouse employed by Police Services. (b) The letter from the Commissioner of Emergency Management, Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services thanking Council, staff and the community for assisting the evacuees from the Kashechewan First Nation was received by Council. (c) Correspondence from the City of Kawartha Lakes (concerning Provincial relief, source water protection and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation) was received by Council. (d) Council Travel Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that Mayor John Rowswell be authorized to attend a Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative Preliminary Meeting being held in Toronto (one day in April) at an estimated cost of $1,500.00 to the City; and Further resolved that Mayor John Rowswell be authorized to attend the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative Annual Conference being held in Parry Sound (three days in June) at an estimated cost of $1,800.00 to the City. CARRIED. 5. (d) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that Councillor Lou Turco be authorized to travel to a Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) Board of Directors Meeting being held in North Bay (two days in March) at no cost to the City; and Further resolved that Councillor Lou Turco be authorized to travel to a Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) Meeting being held in Sudbury (two days in March) at an estimated cost of $450.00 to the City. CARRIED. (e) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 03 06 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (f) Tender for Pest Control Services The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 03 06 be endorsed and that the tender for Pest Control Services, required by various Departments, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (g) Vacant Unit Tax Rebate Program - Commercial and Industrial Properties The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that pursuant to Section 364 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments, under the vacant unit tax rebate program, for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 03 06 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (h) Property Tax Appeals The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that pursuant to Section 357 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 03 06 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. 5. (i) 2005 Honoraria and Expenses - Mayor & Council and Board & Commission Members The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 03 06 concerning 2005 Honoraria and Expenses (Mayor, Council, Board and Commission Members) be accepted as information. CARRIED. (j) Interest Rate on Outstanding Taxes The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was received by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 03 06 concerning Interest Rate on Outstanding Taxes be accepted and the recommendation that the interest and penalty rate be maintained at 1 ¼% per month on unpaid taxes be approved. DEFEATED. Recorded Vote For: Councillors J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, B. Hayes, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso Against: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, D. Celetti, S. Butland, F. Manzo Absent: Nil Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the interest and penalty charge for late, unpaid taxes be set at 1% per month (12% per year) and that a review of the consequences of this action be taken after one year and that a further report be provided to Council for its consideration at that time. CARRIED. 5. (j) Recorded Vote For: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, S. Butland, D. Amaroso Against: Councillors D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco Absent: Nil (k) External Defibrillators - Supplementary Budgetary Request The report of the Commissioner of Human Resources and the Minutes of a Defibrillator Meeting held February 22, 2006 were accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Human Resources dated 2006 01 23 concerning External Defibrillators Supplementary Budgetary Request be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the immediate installation of defibrillator units at Memorial Gardens, John Rhodes, McMeeken Centre, Civic Centre, Seniors Drop-In Centre and Seniors Steelton Centre at an estimated cost of $35,000.00 with funds to come from the OMERS Premium Reduction Reserve be approved. CARRIED. Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest - spouse employed by Police Services. (l) Firefighter Interest Arbitration Award 2004 and 2005 The report of the Commissioner of Human Resources was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Human Resources dated 2006 03 06 concerning Firefighter Interest Arbitration Award 2004 and 2005 be accepted as information. CARRIED. (m) Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site - Ermatinger Old Stone House Interpretation/Restoration Project Update The report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture dated 2006 03 06 concerning Ermatinger Clergue National Historic Site - Ermatinger Old Stone House Interpretation/Restoration Project Update be accepted as information. CARRIED. 5. (n) Engineering Services - Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA) The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-37 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (o) Licence of Occupation - Major Contracting (Algoma) Limited The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-49 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (p) Lease With Enquest for a Portion of the Fifth Line Municipal Landfill Site The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-48 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (q) Department of Fisheries and Oceans Employment The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 03 06 concerning the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Employment be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council request Tony Martin, M.P. to arrange a meeting with the Honourable Loyola Hearn, the new Minister of Fisheries and Oceans to discuss a reconsideration of the decision to relocate our local DFO employees and to review the future plans for DFO operations in Sault Ste. Marie be endorsed. CARRIED. (r) Free Parking for Veterans The report of the Assistant Manager of Transit/Parking was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager of Transit/Parking dated 2006 03 06 concerning Free Parking for Veterans be accepted and the recommendation that for a one-year period, two hours of free parking at meters be given to veterans whose vehicles display a veteran licence plate be approved and further that the appropriate by-law be prepared. CARRIED. 5. (r) Recorded Vote For: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso Against: Nil Absent: Nil (s) The letter from the City Manager, Sault Ste. Marie Michigan (concerning the International Bridge Bus) was received by Council. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (5) LEGAL (a) Revised Travel By-law 2006-36 The reports of the City Solicitor were accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-36 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Urban Settlement Area Expansion The reports of the Planning Division were received by Council. Mover - Councillor P. Mick Seconder - Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 03 06 concerning the Urban Settlement Area Expansion Second Report be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council authorize an agreement with Hemson Consultants Ltd. to undertake and complete the necessary population, employment and housing demand projections required by the Provincial Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing at an estimated cost of $9,900.00 be endorsed. CARRIED. 6. (6) (a) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 03 06 concerning the Urban Settlement Area Expansion be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council accept this report as information and that staff provide a further report at the April 10 th Council Meeting be endorsed. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. WITHDRAWN AT STAFF’S REQUEST. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Whereas the Seniors Health Advisory Committee has sent a letter to the Mayor and City Councillors dated February 8, 2005 concerning the method of snowplowing and scraping down to the pavement and leaving large amounts of ice and snow at the end of their driveways; and Whereas this makes driveways unavailable for service workers such as home makers coming into the driveways of isolated seniors (copy of letter enclosed); and Whereas some seniors cannot afford the Red Cross Maintenance Fees to have large ice and snow removed from the end of their driveways; and Whereas this Seniors Health Advisory Committee represents approximately 19,000 seniors in the District of Algoma; and Whereas there are many handicapped people who are in the same situation as the seniors; and Therefore be it resolved that Council request the Public Works and Transportation Department to discontinue the present practice of snow plowing and scraping three (3) or four (4) times a month or more and depositing ice and heavy wet snow on driveways where it gets frozen and very hard to shovel and snow blowers cannot remove; and Further be it resolved that Council request that this practice be reverted back to the old practice of cutting down the streets only once a month and follow with a payloader to clean out the driveways. DEFEATED. Recorded Vote For: Councillors D. Celetti, T. Sheehan, F. Manzo Against: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, J. Collins, S. Butland, B. Hayes, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso Absent: Nil 7. (b) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Whereas the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin Italy are now over; and Whereas Canada has won third place with 7 Gold, 10 Silver and 7 Bronze for a total of 24 Medals; and Whereas the Winter Olympics are now slated for 2010 in Vancouver and Whistler, British Columbia; and Whereas Vancouver and all of Canada are the victors for hosting the 2010 Winter Olympics; and Whereas Mayor Sam Sullivan has worked hard with his Canada Olympic Committee to obtain the 2010 Winter Olympics; Now Therefore Be It Resolved that City Council of the Corporation of the City of Sault Ste. Marie Ontario congratulates all the winners of Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals representing Canada in Turin Italy; and Further Be It Resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council congratulates Mayor Sam Sullivan and his Canada Olympic Committee on their success in being awarded the 2010 Winter Olympics in the City of Vancouver and Whistler British Columbia, who will represent Canada in 2010. Congratulations to all concerned. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Whereas Brigitte Acton has made a great attempt and successful efforts at her first time Olympics in Turin Italy; and Whereas Brigitte has represented Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario and put us on the map and also has brought recognition to Sault Ste. Marie and to Canada; Now therefore be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council congratulates Brigitte on her great results in alpine skiing at the 2006 Winter Olympics; and Further that City Council encourages Brigitte to continue all her efforts towards the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver and Whistler, British Columbia. Again Congratulations! CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Whereas Marty Turco, Paul DiPietro and John Porco are all from Sault Ste. Marie and each were team hockey players at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin Italy on Team Canada, Team Switzerland and Team Italy; Resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council congratulates Marty Turco, Paul DiPietro and John Porco for their successes with their respective Hockey Teams at the 2006 Winter Olympic Games and for representing their native city of Sault Ste. Marie. CARRIED. 7. (e) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie has been working very hard to create and maintain jobs through its Diversification Plan; and Whereas City Council has been on record disapproving plans from both private and public sector businesses that downsize jobs in our community; and Whereas our community and the surrounding communities in the area have been very clear that they want a strong local news presence; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council show its displeasure for the proposed downsizing that is under consideration at the Sault Star; and Further that Michael Sifton, Osprey Media Group’s President and C.E.O., is requested to stop all plans for job cuts at the Sault Star and that he is asked to make a commitment to keep the Sault Star Local. Copy of resolution to: Lou Maulucci, Sault Star Publisher; Municipal Councils in the Sault Star Delivery Area; FONOM and AMO. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the Five (5) Area Maintenance Supervisors be requested to indicate to apparent offenders of By-law 69-150 (snow onto street or in a neighbour’s property) that they are contravening the by-law and should discontinue this practice immediately. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that areas immediately adjacent to schools be designated a priority for snow removal after major arterial and thoroughfare routes are completed. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 03 06 be approved. CARRIED. 10. (a) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that By-law 2006-36 being a by-law to authorize payment of membership fees, registration fees and travel expenses incurred by members of Council and officers and employees of the Corporation while traveling on the business of the Corporation be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. Recorded Vote For: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso Against: Councillors D. Celetti, F. Manzo Absent: Nil (b) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that By-law 2006-37 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and Earth Tech Canada Inc. to develop and install a SCADA System for the Municipality’s Waste Water Pollution Control Plants and Sewage Pumping Stations be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that By-law 2006-44 being a by-law to amend the Sault Ste. Marie Streets By-law 69-150 respecting culvert charges and to repeal By-law 2000- 231 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that By-law 2006-45 being a by-law to amend Committee of Adjustment By-law 2000-165 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that By-law 2006-46 being a by-law to amend the City’s Sewer Use By-law 4440 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (f) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that By-law 2006-48 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Enquest Power Corporation Inc. to lease a portion of the Municipal Landfill site be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that By-law 2006-49 being a by-law to authorize a Licence of Occupation between the City and Major Contracting (Algoma) Limited to locate two garbage dumpsters in the open laneway adjacent to 332 Queen Street East be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that By-law 2006-50 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and Barrier Free in Algoma Association to research and deliver projects related to accessibility be read three times and passed in Open Council this 6 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that Council shall now go into Caucus to discuss 2 property matters (possible land acquisition and disposition) and one personal matter about identifiable individuals; and Further be it resolved that should the said Caucus meeting be adjourned, Council may reconvene in Caucus prior to the next meeting of Council to discuss the same matter(s). CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”John Rowswell” __________ MAYOR __________”Donna P. Irving”_________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 03 20 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -65,7 +83,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "DEPUTY CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 03 20 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS : D. Irving, N. Kenny, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, K. Streich-Poser, F. Coccimiglio, D. Scott, D. Elliott, D. Pauze 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 03 06 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Antonio Pereira, President, Portuguese Canadian Association of Sault Ste. Marie was in attendance concerning the Proclamation - Celebration of our Relationship With Maia, Portugal, our Sister City. (b) Ann Marie McPhee, Chair, Accessibility Advisory Committee was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(8)(a). (c) Wally Beck, Senior Consultant, iTrans Consulting Inc. was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(7)(a). (d) Andre Riopel, Dr. Bob Malone and John Santana were in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(bb). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 03 20 - Part One - Consent Agenda be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from Algoma District Municipal Association and Conservation Ontario and news releases from the International Bridge Authority and Township of Pickle Lake were received by Council. (b) Correspondence from Durham Region (concerning removal of barriers to family physicians); Town of Collingwood (concerning the Water Expert Panel Report); City of Owen Sound and County of Grey (concerning municipal financial crisis); Township of King (concerning Ontario Farmland Trust); and City of Kingston (concerning community correctional facilities and public safety) was received by Council. (c) The letter requesting permission for a private property liquor license extension was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that City Council has no objection to the proposed extended licensed area as detailed in the written request for a liquor license extension on private property for an outdoor event on the following stated dates and times: Docks Riverfront Grill, 89 Foster Drive Saturday, July 1, 2006 - Canada Day - 12:00 noon to 2:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, 2006 - Independence Day - 12:00 noon to 2:00 a.m. Saturday, August 26, 2006 - Salmon Derby - 12:00 noon to 2:00 a.m. Sunday, August 27, 2006 - Salmon Derby - 12:00 noon to 11:00 p.m. CARRIED. (d) Correspondence concerning the St. Lawrence Seaway 2006 Trade Mission to Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Hong Kong, China was received by Council. (e) Correspondence from Mayor John Rowswell to the Ministers of Natural Resources, Environment, Agriculture and Agri-Food and Fisheries and Oceans concerning establishment of a Centre for Alien Invasive Species in Sault Ste. Marie was received by Council. 5. (f) The letter from the Minister of Health Promotion thanking Mayor Rowswell for his participation in roundtable discussions concerning an action plan to help all Ontarians lead healthier lives was received by Council. (g) Acting Mayor Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Pursuant to Section 242 of the Municipal Act 2001, resolved that Councillor Neil DelBianco be appointed Acting Mayor for the period March 25 to April 8, 2006. CARRIED. (h) Council Travel Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that Councillor Lou Turco and Mayor John Rowswell be authorized to travel to the 2006 FONOM/MMAH Municipal Conference being held in Blind River (3 days in May) at an estimated cost of $800.00 each to the City; and Further resolved that Councillor Steve Butland be authorized to travel to the 2006 AMO Annual Conference being held in Ottawa (4 days in August) at an estimated cost of $1,500.00 to the City. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that Mayor John Rowswell be authorized to attend the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Annual Conference being held in Montreal (7 days in June) at an estimated cost of $2,500.00 to the City. CARRIED. Mover Councillor P. Mick Seconder Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that Councillor Lou Turco be authorized to travel to Toronto to attend an Association of Municipalities of Ontario Board of Directors Meeting (two days in March) at a cost of $300.00 to the City. CARRIED. (i) Boards/Committees Travel Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that Municipal Heritage Committee member H. Robbins be authorized to attend the Annual CHO/ACO Conference being held in Rideau Lakes (three days in June) at an estimated cost of $700.00. CARRIED. (j) Staff Travel Requests The report of the City Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. 5. (j) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 03 20 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (k) Quotation to Rent Four (4) Loader/Backhoes The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 03 20 be endorsed and that the quotation for the rental of Four (4) Loader/Backhoes, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (l) Tender for Three (3) Year Microsoft Enterprise Licencing Agreement The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 03 20 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Microsoft Enterprise Software Licencing, required by the Information Technology Division be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (m) Tender for One (1) 4 Wheel Drive Tractor c/w Loader and Snowblower The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 03 20 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of One (1) 4 Wheel Drive Tractor c/w Loader and Snowblower, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (n) Tender for Street Sweeper Brushes The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 03 20 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Street Sweeper Brushes, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. 5. (o) Tender for Athletic Field Marking Paint The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 03 20 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Athletic Field Marking Paint, required by the Parks Division of the Public Works and Transportation Department be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (p) Registration of Tax Arrears Certificate and Sale The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Acting City Tax Collector be accepted to commence Tax Sale Proceedings in accordance with the report. CARRIED. Mayor J. Rowswell declared a pecuniary interest - one property on list is owned by client of Engineering firm. (q) Vacant Unit Tax Rebate Program - Commercial and Industrial Properties The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that pursuant to Section 364 of the Municipal Act 2001, the adjustments, under the vacant unit tax rebate program, for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 03 20 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (r) Grant Request - Algoma Residential Community Hospice The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 03 20 concerning Grant Request - Algoma Residential Community Hospice be accepted as information. CARRIED. (s) Microsoft Enterprise License Agreement The report of the Manager of Information Technology was accepted by Council. 5. (s) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Information Technology dated 2006 03 13 concerning Microsoft Enterprise License Agreement be accepted and the recommendation that the City acquire the Microsoft Enterprise License Agreement in order for the Corporation to be legally license compliant with Microsoft Products be approved. CARRIED. (t) Best Start Initiative The report of the Manager of Community Child Care was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Community Child Care dated 2006 03 10 concerning Best Start Initiative be accepted as information. CARRIED. (u) Community Entity Agreement (Community Plan on Homelessness) The report of the Community Coordinator, Social Services Department was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Community Coordinator, Social Services Department dated 2006 03 20 concerning Community Entity Agreement (Community Plan on Homelessness) be accepted and the recommendation that the City of Sault Ste. Marie through the Social Services Department continue in their role as the Community Entity for the purposes of administering funding of Supporting Communities Partnership Initiative Phase II 2006/2007 Extension be approved. CARRIED. (v) Youth Strategy Officer Information Update The report of the Social Services Department was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Social Services Department dated 2006 03 11 concerning Youth Strategy Officer be accepted as information. CARRIED. (w) Best Start Initiative - City Involvement Through the Community Services Department’s Day Care Division The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. 5. (w) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 03 20 concerning Best Start Initiative - City Involvement Through the Community Services Department Day Care Division be accepted as information. CARRIED. (x) Sports and Entertainment Centre - Sault Ste. Marie Memorial Gardens Sale of Seats The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 03 20 concerning Sports and Entertainment Centre - Sault St. Marie Memorial Gardens Sale of Seats be accepted as information. CARRIED. (y) Request for Financial Assistance for National/International Sports Competition The report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture dated 2006 03 20 concerning Request for Financial Assistance for National/International Sports Competition be accepted and the recommendation to provide a $200.00 grant each to Jeff Byrne (2006 Canadian Eastern National Swimming Championships); Richard MacLennan (2006 Canada Cup #3 Skating Championships) be approved. CARRIED. (z) Commercial and Government Vessels Dockage Fees at Roberta Bondar Marina The report of the Supervisor of Community Centres and Marine Facilities was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Supervisor of Community Centres and Marine Facilities dated 2006 03 20 concerning Commercial and Government Vessels Dockage Fees at Roberta Bondar Marina be accepted and the recommended fee structure be approved. CARRIED. 5. (aa) Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site - Ermatinger Old Stone House Interpretation/Restoration Project The report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture on behalf of the Historic Sites Board concerning Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site - Ermatinger Old Stone House Interpretation/Restoration Project be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve entering into an agreement with Commonwealth Historic Resource Management to proceed into the next phase of the Interpretation Program for the Ermatinger Old Stone House be approved. CARRIED. (bb) MTO Connecting Link Project - Trunk Road from Boundary Road to Black Road The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 03 20 concerning MTO Connecting Link Project - Trunk Road from Boundary Road to Black Road be accepted as information. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie has been very supportive of cycling paths; and Whereas the Cycling Master Plan was created in 1995; Now therefore be it resolved that the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning be asked to bring forward a report on how we can bring the Cycling Master Plan up to date including the necessary resources to implement cycling paths. CARRIED. (cc) Veteran Parking at Meters - Section 16C of By-law 77-200 The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-53 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (dd) Summary - Ontario Bill 51 The report of the Assistant City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Assistant City Solicitor dated 2006 03 20 concerning Summary - Ontario Bill 51 the Planning and Conservation Land Statute Law Amendment Act 2005 be accepted as information. CARRIED. 5. (ee) Ontario Municipal Board Appeal - By-law 2006-34 - Sam Rainone - 99 Gibb Street The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas Zoning By-law 2006-34 was passed by City Council on February 6, 2006 concerning lands described as Lot 12 in the Gibbs Subdivision, Registered Plan 464, located on the west side of Gibb Street, approximately 15 metres (50’) south of its intersection with Murray Street and having civic address 99 Gibb Street; and Whereas after public notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act, R.S.O., an appeal for this by-law, of which a copy is attached to this resolution, was presented to City Council and was duly considered by Council at its meeting on March 20, 2006; Now therefore be it resolved that application be made to the Ontario Municipal Board for dismissal of this appeal. (Sam Rainone) CARRIED. (ff) Background Report - Blake Avenue Rezoning from Residential to Commercial The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 03 20 concerning the Background Report - Blake Avenue Rezoning from Residential to Commercial be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council accept this report as information and authorize staff to give Public Notice of City Council’s intent to consider these matters at their April 24, 2006 meeting be endorsed. CARRIED. (gg) Municipal Mausoleum Master Plan and Expansion The report of the Acting Manager of Administration was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Acting Manager of Administration dated 2006 03 20 concerning the Municipal Mausoleum Master Plan and Expansion be accepted and the three recommendations contained therein be approved. CARRIED. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-2-06-Z.OP - Amendments to Zoning By-law 2005-150, Special Exceptions By-law 2005-151 and the Official Plan The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 03 20 concerning Application No. A-2-06-Z.OP - Amendments to Zoning By-law 2005-150, Special Exceptions By-law 2005-151 and the Official Plan be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the proposed amendments to Zoning By-law 2005-150, Special Exceptions By-law 2005-151 and Official Plan Amendment No. 110 be endorsed. CARRIED. (b) Zoning By-law 2005-150 - Outdoor Storage Regulations Review - January 2006 The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 03 20 concerning Zoning By-law 2005-150 Outdoor Storage Regulations Review January 2006 be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the proposed amendments to the Outdoor Storage Regulations of Zoning By-law 2005-150 be endorsed. CARRIED. 6. (7) PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION (a) Comprehensive Transit Operational Review of Existing Services With Ridership Growth Plan and Asset Management Plan The report of the Transit Manager was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Transit Manager dated 2006 03 20 concerning Comprehensive Transit Operational Review of Existing Services With Ridership Growth Plan and Asset Management Plan be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve in principle the content of the Plan dated March 2006 as submitted by iTrans Consulting Inc. be approved. CARRIED. 6. (7) (a) Recorded Vote For: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso Against: Nil Absent: Nil 6. (8) BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (a) Joint Accessibility Plan 2006 The report of the Municipal Accessibility Plan Coordinator was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Municipal Accessibility Plan Coordinator on behalf of the Accessibility Advisory Committee dated 2006 03 20 concerning Joint Accessibility Plan 2006 be accepted and the recommendations contained therein including Council approval of the Annual Accessibility Plans 2006 “Accessibility Moving Forward” be approved in principle subject to Budget considerations. CARRIED. (b) Council Resolution Forming a Committee to Investigate Ways to Properly Honour and Commemorate the Memory of Carmen Provenzano The report of the Council Committee to Commemorate the Late Carmen Provenzano was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Council Committee to Commemorate the Late Carmen Provenzano dated 2006 03 20 be accepted and the recommendation that: 1. the Transportation Corridor be named Carmen’s Way from its south end at Queen Street to its northern terminus at Second Line; 2. an appropriate plaque be put in place at a location to be determined at a later date suitably recognizing the reason for the naming of the Transportation Corridor Carmen’s Way and recognizing Carmen’s contributions to the community; and 3. the City Solicitor be instructed to put a notice in the newspaper pursuant to Section 47 to the Municipal Act to give notice of the naming be approved. CARRIED. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas it is of utmost importance, as the City's economy continues to improve, to have the best possible connections to the rest of the world; and Whereas these necessary \"connections\" include the ability for local residents and businesses to easily access reliable, affordable and convenient air travel connections to the City of Toronto and beyond; and Whereas Sault Ste. Marie and area is currently served by only one regional air carrier (Air Canada Jazz) which makes daily scheduled flights to and from Toronto; and Whereas it is becoming increasingly difficult for Sault Ste. Marie and area travellers to book convenient air travel to and from Toronto, not to even mention the very high cost of such travel; and Whereas it does not appear that Air Canada is prepared to increase its daily passenger capacity to and from Sault Ste. Marie either by using larger aircraft or by increasing the number of flights; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council urges senior officials of Air Canada to review the needs of Sault Ste. Marie's travelling public and determine how they can be better served, and Further be it resolved that the City's Economic Development Corporation with the full support of the Chamber of Commerce, other local industry and business representatives and other Algoma District Municipalities be requested to vigorously pursue other air carriers who may now see Sault Ste. Marie and area as a good business opportunity for the establishment of a further scheduled service of regular air travel to and from major connections in Southern Ontario. (Copies of this resolution to be sent to David Orazietti, M.P.P. Sault Ste. Marie; Mike Brown, M.P.P. Algoma Manitoulin; Tony Martin, M.P. Sault Ste. Marie; Brent St. Denis, M.P. Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing; ADMA; FONOM and Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce.) CARRIED. (b) Correspondence concerning the Northern Physician Retention Initiative was received by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas the Northern Physician Retention Initiative was initiated in 2001 to encourage physicians to stay in practice and maintain hospital privileges in northern communities; and Whereas the NPRI Program has been very helpful in stabilizing physician manpower in Sault Ste. Marie; and 7. (b) Whereas the Algoma West Academy of Medicine has informed Council that the NPRI Program is in place only until March 31, 2006 and is currently under review by the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care and the Ontario Medical Association to evaluate the program and recommend whether or not it should be continued; Now therefore be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council expresses its support for the continuation of this very important Program for Sault Ste. Marie and other communities in Northern Ontario; and Further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Minister of Health and Long Term Care, David Orazietti, MPP Sault Ste. Marie, the Ontario Medical Association and the President Algoma West Academy of Medicine. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 03 20 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that By-law 2006-9 being a by-law to authorize the construction of sanitary sewer and private drain connections and Class “A” Pavement on Devon Road from Korah Road to Farwell Terrace under Section 3 of the Municipal Act, 2001, Ontario Regulation 119/03 be read a third time and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that By-law 2006-10 being a by-law to authorize the construction of sanitary sewer and private drain connections and Class “A” Pavement on Pentagon Boulevard from McNabb Street to Pleasant Drive under Section 3 of the Municipal Act, 2001, Ontario Regulation 119/03 be read a third time and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (c) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that By-law 2006-11 being a by-law to authorize the construction of sanitary sewer and private drain connections on Goulais Avenue from Bonny Street to Wallace Terrace under Section 3 of the Municipal Act, 2001, Ontario Regulation 119/03 be read a third time and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that By-law 2006-51 being a by-law to provide for a penalty for non- payment of current taxes and to permit interest to be added to tax arrears be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that By-law 2006-52 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that By-law 2006-53 being a by-law to amend the text of Traffic By-law 77-200 with respect to Veteran Parking at meters be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that By-law 2006-55 being a by-law to appoint Marcel Provenzano as Assistant Fire Chief, Fire Suppression be read three times and passed in Open Council this 20 th day of March, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”John Rowswell” __________ MAYOR __________ ”Malcolm White” __________ DEPUTY CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 04 10 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -75,7 +96,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "DEPUTY CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 04 10 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, M. White, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, D. Elliott, S. Turco, D. McConnell, D. Bourn 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 03 20 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Jean Trudelle, Volunteer Sault Ste. Marie and District was in attendance concerning Proclamation - National Volunteer Week. (b) Linda Burtch was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(bb). (c) Ben Morphet, Student Council President of Pinewood School was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(k). (d) Jim Clark was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(a). (e) Angela Aiello and Jim Mills were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(b). (f) Dave Spina was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(c). (g) Mark Inglis and Doug Clute, representatives of Marshall Macklin Monahan, were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(d). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 04 10 - Part One - Consent Agenda be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO was received by Council. (b) Correspondence from the Township of Malahide (concerning licensing physicians); the Council of Brant (concerning operation of municipal water and wastewater systems); Town of Caledon (concerning funding for Ontario farmers); City of Kawartha Lakes (concerning Proposed Clean Water Act 2005); Township of Michipicoten (apportionments for Homes for the Aged); the Town of Thessalon (concerning Hydro One application for rate increase to Ontario Energy Board); and Customs Excise Union (concerning Canadian Border Patrol) was received by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council supports the resolution of the Township of Malahide (passed March 9, 2006) in which the Ontario Minister of Health is requested to propose an amendment to the Medicine Act to permit the College of Physicians and Surgeons to license physicians who are in good standing and who have written the necessary examinations, thereby bringing to our Province, additional fully qualified physicians who are ready to commence practice immediately, while long-term solutions to the Provincial physician shortage are being implemented; and Further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario; the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care; David Orazietti, M.P.P. Sault Ste. Marie; Township of Malahide and AMO. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council supports and agrees with the position taken by the County of Brant in its response to recommendations in the Report of the Expert Panel on Water and Wastewater Strategy; and 5. (b) Further resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council endorses the resolution of the County of Brant (dated March 27, 2006) and joins the County of Brant by advising the Association of Municipalities of Ontario that the City of Sault Ste. Marie wishes to continue operating the municipal water and wastewater systems within its geographic boundaries as a separate entity with the opportunity to freely cooperate with other entities where it is beneficial and mutually agreeable to these entities to share services and that they be encouraged to do so on a voluntary basis; and Further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to AMO; the Premier of Ontario; the Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal; the Minister of Environment; David Orazietti, M.P.P. Sault Ste. Marie and the County of Brant. CARRIED. (c) Correspondence from the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines concerning the Sault Major Destination Project was received by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that City Council express its sincere appreciation to Rick Bartolucci, Minister of Northern Development and Mines; David Orazietti, M.P.P.; the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation Board of Directors and staff; and Ministry of Northern Development and Mines staff for their efforts which resulted in the recent funding announcement concerning the Sault Major Destination Project - Borealis Project. CARRIED. (d) Correspondence from the Ministry of Transportation and David Orazietti, M.P.P. concerning connecting link funding was received by Council. Copies of previous correspondence and Council reports at the request of Mayor Rowswell was also received by Council. (e) Correspondence from the Ministry of Transportation concerning funding for the Move Ontario - Improving Roads and Bridges Budget Initiative was received by Council. (f) The letter from the Minister of Transportation concerning the Ontario Transit Vehicle Program was received by Council. (g) The letter from the Minister of Northern Development and Mines concerning the recent Provincial budget was received by Council. (h) The letter from the Minister of Natural Resources concerning Counter Service Transition was received by Council. (i) The letter from Robert DeFazio concerning trucks on Third Line and a request to address Council on the issue as well as responses from City staff were received by Council. 5. (j) The letter from a number of families of physically disabled individuals concerning the parking lot at the new Sports and Entertainment Centre was received by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the letter dated 2006 03 17 from a number of families of physically disabled individuals in which Council is requested to consider creating 5 extra-wide parking spaces to accommodate vans with wheelchair lifts or ramps in the parking lot at the new Sports and Entertainment Centre BE REFERRED to the Commissioner of Community Services, the Sports and Entertainment Centre Steering Committee and Accessibility Advisory Committee for review and report back to Council. CARRIED. (k) Correspondence from the Pinewood School Grade 5 class was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Be it resolved that City Council accept the presentation from Ben Morphet, Student Council President of Pinewood School, with thanks and the request for a sidewalk on Queen Street East BE REFERRED to Public Works and Transportation for consideration and report back to Council. CARRIED. (l) Correspondence from Ombudsman Ontario, the Minister of Finance and the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation concerning the Ombudsman final report on MPAC’s practices and processes related to property assessment in Ontario was received by Council. (m) Letters from the Department of Finance Canada acknowledging a Council resolution concerning the Federal Gas Tax Funding were received by Council. (n) Correspondence from the Industry Government Relations Group concerning the Sault Ste. Marie Gateway Coalition was received by Council. (o) Correspondence from Stewardship Ontario concerning the Blue Box Recycling Program was received by Council. (p) The letter from the Mayor of the City of Vancouver thanking Council for its recent resolution regarding Vancouver hosting the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games was received by Council. 5. (q) Council Travel Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that Councillors Debbie Amaroso and Frank Manzo be authorized to attend the Algoma District Municipal Association Annual Symposium being held in Blind River (one day in April) at an estimated cost of $130.00 to the City. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that Councillor Steve Butland as Co-Chair of AMO’s Waste Diversion Strategy Committee be authorized to attend a Task Force Meeting in Toronto two days in April; and Be it also resolved that he attend as representative of the City at a meeting of Enquest Power and the Ministry of the Environment (timing of these meetings are coincidental). CARRIED. (r) Appointments to Boards and Committees Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that Loretta Durat be appointed to the Community Theatre Centre Board of Directors from April 10, 2006 to December 31, 2006. CARRIED. (s) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 04 10 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (t) Tender for Trees and Shrubs The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 04 10 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Trees and Shrubs, required by the Park Division of the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (u) Tender for Traffic Marking Paint The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. 5. (u) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 04 10 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Traffic Marking Paint, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (v) 2006 Tax Apportionments The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that pursuant to Section 356 of the Municipal Act that the apportionment for the tax account(s) outlined on the attached list, certified by the Acting City Tax Collector be approved to amend the Tax Roll in accordance with the report. CARRIED. (w) Property Tax Appeals The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that pursuant to Section 357 of the Municipal Act 2001 the adjustments for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 04 10 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (x) Vacant Unit Tax Rebate Program - Commercial and Industrial Properties The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that pursuant to Section 364 of the Municipal Act 2001 the adjustments under the vacant unit tax rebate program for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 04 10 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (y) One-Time Road and Bridge Funding The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 04 10 concerning One-Time Road and Bridge Funding be accepted as information. CARRIED. 5. (z) AMO $3 Billion Provincial Municipal Fiscal Gap The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 04 10 concerning AMO $3 Billion Provincial Municipal Fiscal Gap be accepted as information. CARRIED. (aa) Revised Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 04 10 concerning Revised Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) be accepted as information. CARRIED. (bb) Sault Ste. Marie Municipal Heritage Committee Heritage Award 2006 The report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture dated 2006 04 10 concerning Sault Ste. Marie Municipal Heritage Committee Heritage Award 2006 be accepted and that City Council endorse the Municipal Heritage Committee’s nomination of Linda Burtch for the 2006 award. CARRIED. (cc) Sault Ste. Marie Sports and Entertainment Centre - Update The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 04 10 concerning Sault Ste. Marie Sports and Entertainment Centre - Update be accepted as information. CARRIED. (dd) Facility Use Agreement The report of the Recreation Assistant, Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-59 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (ee) Soo North Stars - Request for Exclusive Dressing Room at the John Rhodes Community Centre - Update The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 04 10 concerning Soo North Stars - Request for Exclusive Dressing Room at the John Rhodes Community Centre - Update be accepted as information. CARRIED. (ff) CN Rail Crossing Agreement - Contract 2005-3E (Transportation Corridor) The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-64 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (gg) Second Weigh Scale at Landfill Tender Results The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 04 10 concerning Second Weigh Scale at Landfill Tender Results be accepted and the recommendations to not award this tender to the low bidder and to have the weigh scale constructed by our own forces with construction inspection services provided by TSH Consulting Engineers be approved. CARRIED. (hh) Resurfacing of City Streets - 2006 - Miscellaneous Construction Program The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 04 10 concerning Resurfacing of City Streets - 2006 - Miscellaneous Construction Program be accepted as information. CARRIED. (ii) Reconstruction and Upgrading of Pump Stations Operated by Public Works and Transportation The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. 5. (ii) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 04 10 concerning Reconstruction and Upgrading of Pump Stations Operated by Public Works and Transportation be accepted and the recommendation to hire TSH Engineering for design and construction administration services for the replacement of the Bonney Street sewage pumping station and to review the Tallack Boulevard sewage pumping station be approved. CARRIED. (jj) MTO - Connecting Link Funding and Revocation Program The report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-62 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (kk) By-law 2006-58 Regarding Carmen’s Way The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-58 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (ll) City Renewal of the Continuous Safety Services Agreement With the Electrical Safety Authority The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-57 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (mm) Granting of Easement to PUC Distribution Inc. The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-56 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (nn) Thessalon Court Facility The report of the Assistant City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-65 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (oo) Amendments to Spring Half Load Restrictions on Old Goulais Bay Road The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-63 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (pp) Bear Wise Program The report of the Assistant City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Assistant City Solicitor dated 2006 04 10 concerning Bear Wise Program be accepted as information. CARRIED. (qq) Licence of Occupation - Panna Bar and Grill - Outdoor Patio on Portion of March Street Road Allowance The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-66 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (rr) 2006 Provincial Gas Tax Funding for Transit - Expanded Capital The report of the Transit Manager was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Transit Manager dated 2006 04 10 concerning the 2006 Provincial Gas Tax Funding for Transit - Expanded Capital be accepted and the recommendation to purchase one 40 foot bus, one Para Bus and make bus shelter improvements for a total cost of $595,000.00 be approved. CARRIED. (ss) 2006 Provincial Gas Tax Funding for Transit - Expanded Operations The report of the Transit Manager was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Transit Manager dated 2006 04 10 concerning the 2006 Provincial Gas Tax Funding for Transit - Expanded Operations be accepted and the recommendation to expand services for Community Bus and Para Bus and to add the Algoma University/Sault College bus route at a total cost for 2006 of $220,000.00 be approved. CARRIED. (tt) Landfill Compactor The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 04 10 concerning the Landfill Compactor be accepted and the recommendation contained therein be approved. CARRIED. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-10-02-Z - 224 Fifth Line East - Pioneer Construction Inc. (formerly Lafarge Canada Inc.) - Request in Order to Permit Light Industrial Uses The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. 6. (6) (a) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 04 10 concerning Application No. A-10-02-Z - Pioneer Construction Inc. (formerly Lafarge Canada Inc.) be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council DEFER the above application to the Meeting of May 8, 2006 be endorsed. CARRIED. (b) Application No. A-1-06-OP - 755 Airport Road - 553304 Ontario Limited - Request to Rezone in Order to Permit the Creation of One New Rural Residential Lot The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 04 10 concerning Application No. A-1-06-OP - 553304 Ontario Limited be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve Official Plan Amendment No. 109 be endorsed. CARRIED. (c) Application No. A-3-06-Z - 108 Blake Street - The Estate of Joseph Spina - Request in Order to Expand the Commercial Property Located at 111 Great Northern Road The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 04 10 concerning Application No. A-3-06-Z - The Estate of Joseph Spina be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the application subject to the 3 conditions contained in the report be endorsed. CARRIED. (d) Hub Trail Concept and Design Study The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 04 10 concerning the Hub Trail Concept and Design Study be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the Hub Trail Design and Concept Study subject to final design as the basis for future trail development in Sault Ste. Marie with funding to be considered on an annual basis be endorsed. CARRIED. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Whereas it is well documented that Sault Ste. Marie requires better air service, scheduling and pricing; Be it resolved that a meeting be convened IMMEDIATELY to develop a strategy to address this important component of the Sault’s economic development; and Further resolved that attendees include C.A.O.; Airport Development Corporation; representative from travel industry; Mayor; Councillors N. DelBianco, J. Caicco and S. Butland; Chamber of Commerce; Economic Development Corporation; and Destiny Sault Ste. Marie and that invitations be sent to our local and area M.P.s and M.P.P.s to attend such a meeting as well. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that Bruce Strapp, President and C.E.O., Economic Development Corporation, be requested to report to Council on the most recent developments at Northern Breweries. It is anticipated that the update would be at the April 24 th Council Meeting. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Whereas due to the many recent power outages in Sault Ste. Marie, these have become a very serious concern to our community; and Whereas the citizens are very concerned for their safety, and the safe and reliable power that they pay for; Therefore it is the request of this Council that P.U.C. report to Council and reassure its customers of its commitment to the delivery of safe and reliable power and service. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Whereas the Algoma District is a great place to work, live and play; and Whereas Northern Ontario has suffered from the effects of outward migration of youth; and Whereas recent labour market statistics for Algoma indicate a slowing down of the outward migration of youth trend; Now therefore be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council request the Algoma District Municipal Association Annual Symposium to discuss the potential of implementing an Algoma District Youth Retention and Attraction Strategy and/or meeting. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda and Addendum #1 under date 2006 04 10 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-56 being a by-law to grant an easement to the PUC Distribution Inc. on property at the corner of Korah Road and Second Line West for the Second Line West reconstruction be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-57 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and The Electrical Safety Authority for inspections of City buildings and other facilities for compliance with the Ontario Electrical Safety Code for the period April 1, 2006 to March 31, 2007 as well as 10 training sessions for City employees be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-58 being a by-law to name the Sault Ste. Marie Transportation Corridor “Carmen’s Way” be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-59 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Soo Minor Football Association for the construction of an addition to the storage garage at Queen Elizabeth Park in order to store Association equipment be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (e) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-60 being a by-law to declare a portion of 129 Trunk Road being Part 1 on Plan IR-11114 as surplus to the City’s needs be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-61 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-62 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and the Ministry of Transportation concerning funding for connecting links in the City of Sault Ste. Marie be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-63 being a by-law to amend Schedule “M” to Traffic By-law 77-200 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (i) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-64 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Canadian National (CN) Railway Company regarding the relocating and widening of a highway crossing Canadian National (CN) Railway tracks be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (j) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-65 being a by-law to authorize the renewal of a Licence of Occupation agreement between the City and the Town of Thessalon for a further term of five years commencing March 12 th , 2006 and terminating on March 11, 2011 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (k) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-66 being a by-law to authorize a Licence of Occupation to allow an outdoor patio in conjunction with the restaurant located at 472 Queen Street East for a period of one year commencing April 1 st , 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (l) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-68 being a by-law to appoint Don Maki as Chief Building Official and Property Standards Officer and to repeal By-laws 97-66 and 97-67 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (m) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-69 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-law 2005-150 concerning lands located at 108 Blake Avenue be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. (The Estate of Joseph Spina) CARRIED. (n) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-71 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-laws 2005-150 and 2005-151 concerning lands located at 108 Blake Street and further be it resolved that By-law 2006-70 being a by-law to designate Block A of Civic No. 108 Blake Avenue as an area subject to site plan control be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of April, 2006. (The Estate of Joseph Spina) CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that Council now go into Caucus to discuss one property matter; and Further be it resolved that should the said Caucus meeting be adjourned, Council may reconvene in Caucus prior to the next meeting of Council to discuss the same matter(s). CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. _________ ”John Rowswell” ___________ MAYOR _________ ”Malcolm White” ___________ DEPUTY CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 04 24 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -85,7 +109,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 04 24 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, M. White, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, D. Elliott, D. McConnell 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 04 10 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Ashley Gregoire, Volunteer, Sault Ste. Marie Chapter of Child Find Ontario was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Missing Children’s Month. (b) Mildred Brodie, Salvation Army, was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Red Shield Month. (c) Sue Celetti, Education Director, Multiple Sclerosis, was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Multiple Sclerosis Month. (d) Kendra Komsa and Jake Huckson of the Huron Superior Catholic District School Board were in attendance concerning Proclamation - Catholic Education Week. (e) Rob Pihlaja was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Navy League Week. 4. (f) Gary Premo, President, Sault Ste. Marie and District Labour Council will be in attendance concerning Proclamation - Day of Mourning. (g) Dr. David Walde and John Hollingsworth, Co-Chairs, New Sault Area Hospital Campaign were in attendance concerning the new hospital fundraising drive. (h) Dr. Robert Ewing was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(q). (i) Fausto DiTommaso and Andre Messier were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(b). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 04 24 - Part One - Consent Agenda [save and except 5.(o)] be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO was received by Council. (b) Correspondence from the Town of Thessalon, Town of Gore Bay, Town of Spanish, Township of St. Joseph, Township of Terrace Bay, Township of Machar, Township of McMurrich/Montieth, Municipality of Callander, Municipality of Temagami, Village of Sundridge, Township of Alberton, Town of Latchford and the Township of Armour (concerning Northern Physician Retention Initiative); and the Township of South Algonquin (concerning Request for Changes to the Current Value Assessment System) was received by Council. (c) The letter from Tony Martin, M.P.P. concerning federal gas tax funding was received by Council. (d) The letter from Michael Sifton, President and CO, Osprey Media Group, concerning a recent Council resolution was received by Council. (e) Letters from the Chair, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) concerning the recent Ombudsman of Ontario report and Preliminary List of Electors and the letter from the local MPAC representative were received by Council. (f) The news release from the Bridge Authority was received by Council. 5. (g) The letter from the Executive Director, Waste Diversion Ontario concerning 2006 Blue Box Funding was received by Council. (h) The letter from the Chair, Relay for Life Steering Committee requesting an exemption to the Noise By-law for the annual Relay for Life event at the John Rhodes Community Centre was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-82 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (i) The Outstanding Council Resolutions List dated 2006 04 11 was received by Council. (j) Correspondence from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation advising that the quarterly payment of the 5% allocation from January 1, 2006 to March 31, 2006 is $344,906.00 was received by Council. (k) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 04 24 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (l) 2006 Tax Capping Options The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-73, 2006-74 and 2006-75 are listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (m) Tender for Selected Granular Materials The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 04 24 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply of Selected Granular Materials, required by the City Corporation, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (n) Proposal for the Dredging of Holiday Inn Marina Storm Outfall The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 04 24 be endorsed and that the Proposal for the Dredging of Holiday Inn Marina Storm Outfall, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. 5. (o) Tender for One (1) 40’ Low Floor Transit Bus The report of the Manager of Purchasing was received by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 04 24 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of One (1) Additional 40’ Low Floor Transit Bus, required by the Transit Division, be awarded as recommended. TABLED. (p) Memorial Tower The report of the Commissioner of Community Services on behalf of the Sault Ste. Marie Sports and Entertainment Centre Steering Committee was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the recommendation of the Sports and Entertainment Centre Steering Committee to rename the Memorial Tower the Sault Ste. Marie Memorial Tower be approved. CARRIED. (q) Ontario Heritage Act Designation - Memorial Tower of the Sault Memorial Gardens The report of the Chairperson, Sault Ste. Marie Municipal Heritage Committee was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Chairperson, Sault Ste. Marie Municipal Heritage Committee dated 2006 04 24 concerning Ontario Heritage Act Designation - Memorial Tower of the Sault Memorial Gardens be accepted and the recommendation to designate the Sault Ste. Marie Memorial Tower under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act be approved. CARRIED. (r) Sault Amateur Soccer Association - Strathclair Park The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 04 24 concerning Sault Amateur Soccer Association - Strathclair Park be accepted as information. CARRIED. 5. (s) Financial Assistance Request From Theatre S.M.C. The report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture dated 2006 04 24 concerning Financial Assistance Request From Theatre S.M.C. be accepted and the recommendation to provide a $1,000.00 grant to Theatre S.M.C. (participating in Theatre Ontario Festival - Sarnia, Ontario, May 19 th ) be approved. CARRIED. (t) Request for Financial Assistance for National/International Sports Competitions The report of the Assistant Manager of Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager Recreation and Culture dated 2006 04 24 concerning Request for Financial Assistance for National/International Sports Competitions be accepted and the recommendation to provide a $200.00 grant to Shayne McGaughey (2006 World Hap Kido Championships) be approved. CARRIED. (u) Location for Memorial Plaque Dedicated to Those Killed While Riding Their Motorcycle The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 04 24 concerning Location for Memorial Plaque Dedicated to Those Killed While Riding Their Motorcycle be accepted and the recommendation to permit the location of a memorial plaque produced by the Bikers Rights Organization, Region 22, at Strathclair Park be approved. CARRIED. (v) Civic No. 774 Dyment Street The report of the Residential Standards Appeal Secretary was accepted by Council. 5. (v) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Residential Standards Appeal Secretary dated 2006 04 24 concerning Civic No. 774 Dyment Street be accepted and the recommendation that the Corporation hire the forces necessary to remove any debris, remove the fire damaged rear porch and secure all openings in the dwelling and the garage adding the costs of this action to the taxes of the subject property be approved. CARRIED. (w) Civic No. 481 Lake Street The report of the Building Inspector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Building Inspector dated 2006 04 24 concerning Civic No. 481 Lake Street be accepted and the recommendation that the Corporation hire the forces necessary to remove the fence, junk, appliances, discarded materials and debris, cut and remove overgrown grass and weeds and secure the building adding the costs of this action to the taxes of the subject property be approved. CARRIED. (x) Sanitary Sewage System Infrastructure Upgrades - OSTAR Funding Agreement Amendment The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-72 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (y) Incident Update - East End Sewage Plant Construction Site The report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning dated 2006 04 24 concerning Incident Update - East End Sewage Plant Construction Site be accepted as information. CARRIED. (z) Set Fines for Skateboarding and Rollerblading at City Bus Terminal - By- law 2005-180 The report of the Assistant City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Assistant City Solicitor dated 2006 04 24 concerning set fines for contraventions of By-law 2005-180 be accepted and that Legal Department be authorized to make application to the Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General for such set fines. CARRIED. 5. (aa) Extension of Urban Service Line in Two Locations on Fourth Line East and Old Garden River Road - AND - Repeal of By-law 2005-179 The report of the Assistant City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-54 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (bb) Offer to Purchase 590 Second Line East - Mario Coccimiglio The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-80 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (cc) Habitat for Humanity The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-84 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (dd) Planning Advisory Committee 2005 Annual Report The report of the Planning Advisory Committee was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Planning Advisory Committee dated 2006 04 24 concerning the Planning Advisory Committee 2005 Annual Report be accepted and the Planning Advisory Committee’s recommendation that City Council accept this report as information be endorsed. CARRIED. (ee) Municipal Mausoleum Master Plan and Expansion The report of the Acting Manager of Administration, Public Works and Transportation Department, was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Acting Manager of Administration, Public Works and Transportation Department, dated 2006 04 24 concerning the Municipal Mausoleum Master Plan and Expansion and the recommendation to adopt the Municipal Mausoleum Master Plan, to proceed with registration and tender of Phase XI and to increase the associated design and contract administration fees to $56,000.00 exclusive of taxes be approved. CARRIED. (ff) Correspondence from the Minister of Health (concerning COMRIF Funding) was received by Council. (gg) Sports and Entertainment Centre Update The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. 5. (gg) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services under date 2006 04 24 concerning Sports and Entertainment Centre Update be accepted as information. CARRIED. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-5-06-Z - Tony and Gail Marziale - 323 Huron Street - Request to Rezone in Order to Permit the Sale of Baby Clothes and Accessories Within the Existing Residential Unit The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 04 24 concerning Application No. A-5-06-Z - Tony and Gail Marziale be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the application subject to the 1 condition contained in the report be endorsed. CARRIED. (b) Application No. A-9-06-OP - Blake Avenue Official Plan Amendment From Residential to Commercial The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 04 24 concerning Application No. A-9-06-OP - Blake Avenue Official Plan Amendment From Residential to Commercial be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the Planning Advisory Committee’s recommendation be endorsed. CARRIED. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2004 04 24 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-54 being a by-law to instruct the City Solicitor to apply to the Ontario Municipal Board for an order to alter the boundaries of the urban service area be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-67 being a by-law to assume for public use and establish as public streets various parcels of land conveyed to the City be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-72 being a by-law to authorize an addendum to the OSTAR funding agreement between the City and the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs concerning the sanitary sewage system infrastructure upgrades be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-73 being a by-law to provide for the adoption of taxation transition ratios be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-74 being a by-law to adopt optional tools for the purposes of administering limits for eligible properties within the meaning of Section 331 of the Municipal Act, 2001 (New Construction) for the commercial industrial and multi-residential property classes be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (f) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-75 being a by-law to adopt optional tools for the purposes of administering limits for the commercial industrial and multi- residential property classes be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-76 being a by-law to amend the text of Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-law 2005-150 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. (City) CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-77 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 110 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (i) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-78 being a by-law to amend the text of Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-law 2005-150 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. (City) CARRIED. (j) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-79 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-law 2005-151 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (k) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-80 being a by-law to authorize the conveyance of surplus City property located at 590 Second Line East to Mario Coccimiglio be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (l) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-81 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (m) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-82 being a by-law to amend By-laws 80-200 and By- law 4100 dealing with the exemption from the noise control by-laws for the Canadian Cancer Society’s 6 th Annual Relay for Life Event be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (n) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-83 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 109 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. (o) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-84 being a by-law to authorize the conveyance of 958 People’s Road to Habitat for Humanity Sault Ste. Marie and Area be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of April, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that this Council shall now go into Caucus prior to the May 8, 2006 meeting of Council to discuss one personal matter. CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”John Rowswell” __________ MAYOR __________ ”Donna P. Irving” _________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 04 24 - MINUTESBUDGET.pdf", @@ -95,7 +122,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES BUDGET MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 04 24 6:30 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, M. White, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, S. McLellan, J. Dolcetti, D. Elliott, B. Davies, W. Eisenbichler, L. Whalen, B. Strapp 1. Yearend Transfers to Reserves The report of the Manager of Finance and Audit was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Manager of Finance and Audit dated 2006 04 24 concerning Yearend Transfers to Reserves be accepted and the recommendations contained therein be approved. CARRIED. 2. 2006 Budget The reports of the Chief Administrative Officer and the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer concerning the 2006 Budget were accepted by Council. 3. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that City Council now proceed into the Committee of the Whole to consider the following matter referred to it for consideration – 2006 Budget Deliberations. CARRIED. Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest on any discussion relating to the Police Service - spouse employed by the Police Service. 4. Moved Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the Committee of the Whole Council now rise and report on the matter referred to it by City Council – 2006 Budget Deliberations. CARRIED. 5. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Chief Administrative Officer and the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 04 24 concerning the 2006 Budget be accepted as presented and the 2006 Budget with a total combined urban residential tax rate increase of 2.43% be approved with the following amendments - that the recommended transfer of $250,000.00 to the M.T.O. site reserve be reduced by $125,000.00 with the resulting saving used to reduce the 2006 levy and the following supplementary items be approved: Ongoing Items Civic Centre Maintenance Civic Centre Window Replacement Fire Equipment - Increase Contribution PWT Equipment - Increase Contribution PWT West Nile Control Program PWT Dutch Elm Disease Program Art Gallery - Increase Operating Grant Destiny Sault Ste. Marie EDC - GIS Services Innovation Centre - Core Funding S.S.M. Museum - Increase Operating Grant One-Time Items Kensington Terrace - Heritage Property Heritage Buildings Brochure Museum Ship Norgoma - Grant CARRIED. $ 50,000.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 17,500.00 $100,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 12,500.00 $ 45,000.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $277,890.00 $ 36,000.00 $ 33,570.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 6. Disposition of 2005 Surplus Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the 2005 Surplus of $432,133.00 be allocated to reduce the 2006 levy. CARRIED. 7. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that Council suspend By-law 99-100 Procedure By-law to allow for completion of this evening’s agenda exceeding the 5 hour time limit. CARRIED. 8. 2006 Capital Works Program The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 04 24 concerning 2006 Capital Works Program be accepted and the recommendations contained therein be approved. CARRIED. 9. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas the Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre (SSMIC) has received over 5 million dollars in City Taxpayer funding; and Whereas both the Provincial and Federal government have contributed substantial amounts of money to the SSMIC in the past; and Whereas the Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre is now requesting Core Funding just from the City of Sault Ste. Marie; and Whereas the SSMIC has two distinct and different areas 1) Business Services 2) Geographic Mapping Systems (GIS) Mapping/Data Warehouse; Therefore be it resolved that: 1) City Council instruct the CAO in concert with other appropriate staff and in consultation with SSMIC staff, to solicit a request for proposal for a Third Party Business Valuation of the two distinct and different areas of the Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre; and that the CAO report back to Council at the earliest opportunity with recommendations of costs and sources of funding for this important review; and 2) Further that the 2006 budget request be approved subject to Council being satisfied by the successful results of the Business Valuation; and 3) Further that the Third Party Business Valuation expert be requested to review the advisability of amalgamating the Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre with other existing bodies currently being core funded by the City such as but not limited to the Sault Ste. Marie Economic Development Corporation; and also be requested to review the advisability of spinning off part of the Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre to a private or public sector entity if appropriate. DEFEATED. 10. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that ‘Town Hall’ style meetings be held in the Council Chambers with City Council in attendance to allow constituents’ input and discussions on the 2007 and subsequent year’s city budgets. DEFEATED. 11. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________”John Rowswell”_______ _ _ MAYOR __________”Donna P. Irving”______ _ _ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 05 08 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -105,7 +135,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "ACTING MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 05 08 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso ABSENT : Councillors D. Celetti, F. Manzo OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, D. McConnell, D. Elliott, B. Strapp 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting and Budget Meeting of 2006 04 24 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Lynda Crockford, Program Assistant, VON Algoma was in attendance concerning Proclamation - VON Week. (b) Margaret Nicholson, representative, Royal Purple Lodge was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Hearing and Speech and Hearing Awareness Week. (c) David Stokes, Fire Department was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Emergency Medical Services Week. (d) Police Chief Bob Davies and Wayne Cotgreave, Emergency Management Ontario were in attendance concerning Proclamation - Emergency Preparedness Week. 4. (e) Derrick Lavallee, Chair Public Relations and Communications Sub-Committee, Accessibility Advisory Committee was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Accessibility Awareness Week in Sault Ste. Marie. (f) Sue Kinnard, representative, Falun Dafa was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Falun Dafa Day. (g) Pierrette Brown, Chapter President, Algoma Chapter of Registered Nurses Association of Ontario was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Nursing Week. (h) Carrie Apostle was in attendance concerning Proclamation – Sir James Dunn’s 50 th Anniversary. (i) Proclamation - Census Week in Sault Ste. Marie. (j) Brenda Green, President and Jim St. Jules, Past President, Kiwanis Club of Sault Ste. Marie were in attendance concerning Proclamation - 80 th Anniversary of Kiwanis Club of Sault Ste. Marie. (k) Dina Guido, Public Relations Coordinator, Community Living Algoma was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Community Living Awareness Week. (l) Dr. Celia Ross, President Algoma University College, Bud Wildman and Darrell Boissoneau were in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(a). (m) Jim Clark was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(a). (n) Peter Bortolussi, Roy Bertolo, Kathy Lemieux and Rick Talvitie were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(b). (o) Bill Scott and Mark Edwards were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(c). (p) Brian Curran, President and C.E.O., PUC Inc. was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(8)(a). (q) Bill Therriault, Managing Director, Destiny Sault Ste. Marie was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(8)(b). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 05 08 - Part One - Consent Agenda [save and except 5.(dd) - TABLED] be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) The letter from the President, Algoma University College concerning recent developments at the university was received by Council. (b) Correspondence from AMO was received by Council. (c) Correspondence from the Township of King (concerning Canada Post); Township of Hamilton (concerning ethanol grains pricing); County of Prince Edward (concerning farm income crisis) and County of Frontenac (concerning the Employment Standards Act); Town of Newmarket (concerning accessibility to full service gas stations); the Township of Fauquier Strickland and Township of Matachewan (concerning support for the Northern Physician Retention Initiative Program) was received by Council. (d) The letter from the Office of the Minister of Transport concerning gas tax funding was received by Council. (e) The letter from the Sault Ste. Marie Airport Development Corporation requesting an exemption to the Noise By-law for upcoming Summer Season events at the Airport Fairgrounds was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-92 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (f) The letter from the National Chairman, Communities in Bloom concerning the 2006 National Edition of Communities in Bloom was received by Council. (g) The request for a temporary street closing on Queen Street in conjunction with the Superior Rallyfest Parade being held August 12, 2006 was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-94 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (h) The letter from the Ministry of Natural Resources concerning rabies control operations was received by Council. 5. (i) Council Travel Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that Councillor Frank Manzo be authorized to travel to the 2006 FONOM/MMAH Municipal Conference being held in Blind River (3 days in May) at an estimated cost of $800.00 to the City. CARRIED. (j) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 05 08 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (k) 2006 Budget The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-87, 2006-88, 2006-89 and 2006-90 are listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 05 08 concerning 2006 Budget be accepted and the 2006 Budget Summary of Adjustments from the April 24, 2006 Budget Meeting be approved. CARRIED. (l) Vacant Unit Tax Rebate Program - Commercial and Industrial Properties The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that pursuant to Section 364 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments, under the vacant unit tax rebate program, for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s reports of 2006 05 08 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (m) Property Tax Appeals The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. 5. (m) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that pursuant to Section 357 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s reports of 2006 05 08 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (n) Queenstown Board of Management (O/A The Downtown Association) 2006 Budget Estimates and 2005 Audit Report The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that City Council acknowledge receipt of the Queenstown Board of Management (O/A The Downtown Association) Audit for the year 2005, as prepared by BDO Dunwoody LLP Chartered Accountants and Advisors and that Council approve the Downtown Association Budget Estimates for the year 2006. CARRIED. (o) Staff Appointment Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the appointment of Assistant Fire Chief - Fire Suppression Marcel Provenzano as Assistant District Fire Coordinator for the District of Algoma Mutual Aid and the authorization of all necessary travel for this position be approved. CARRIED. (p) Transit Services Division Proposal The report of the Municipal Accessibility Coordinator was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the Municipal Accessibility Coordinator dated 2006 05 08 concerning Transit Services Division Proposal be accepted and the recommendation from the Accessibility Advisory Committee that Transit Services be allocated $12,000.00 from the Corporate Barrier Removal Budget for construction of a barrier free accessible washroom at the Queen Street Bus Terminal be approved. CARRIED. (q) Firearms By-law Exemption - Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Sites - Special Events The report of the Curator, Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-98 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (r) Landfill Site Operations and Monitoring Environmental Monitoring Committee The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 05 08 concerning Landfill Site Operations and Monitoring - Environmental Monitoring Committee be accepted as information. CARRIED. (s) Great Northern Road Capacity - Environmental Assessment Preferred Alternative - Pine Street Extension The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 05 08 concerning Great Northern Road Capacity - Environmental Assessment Preferred Alternative - Pine Street Extension be accepted as information. CARRIED. (t) COMRIF II - McNabb and South Market Street The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 05 08 concerning COMRIF II - McNabb and South Market Street be accepted and the recommendation that Walker Engineering be retained to conduct the Environmental Assessment and subsequent design and contract administration of the preferred alternative be approved. CARRIED. (u) Early Works Site Development - New SAH Property The report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning was accepted by Council. 5. (u) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning dated 2006 05 08 concerning Early Works Site Development - New SAH Property be accepted and the recommendation that Council increase its approved allocation from $500,000 to $1,450,000 in order to address the increased scope of work to include in addition to Third Line East, access provision from Great Northern Road and related improvements subject to the following: (1) approval of all agreements necessary for the transfer of title of the property to the SAH for construction of access roads (2) ongoing maintenance of the service roads be the responsibility of SAH, be approved. CARRIED. (v) Transportation Corridor - CN Rail Standard Crossing Construction Agreement and Standard Unfunded New Crossing Warning System Agreement The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-96 and 2006-97 are listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (w) CN Rail Crossing - Standard Unfunded Crossing Warning System Modification Agreement The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-85 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (x) Renewal of Lease Agreement - Algoma Health Unit - Portions of First and Sixth Floors, Civic Centre The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-86 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (y) Proposed Sale of Water Lot Abutting 1025 Queen Street East - Alice Yeomans The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-100 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (z) Clergue Park Waterfront Walkway Extension The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. The relevant By- law 2006-99 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (z) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 05 08 concerning Clergue Park Waterfront Walkway Extension be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council authorize a contract with NOHFC for the construction of the Clergue Park portion of the Waterfront Walkway and that Council express their appreciation to the NOHFC Board and staff for their assistance with this project be endorsed. CARRIED. (aa) Temporary Non-Profit Events Signs The reports of the Planning Division were accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the reports of the Planning Division dated 2006 05 08 concerning Temporary Non-Profit Events Signs be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the interim solution for the Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion signage, and while there is no statutory obligation, given the nature of this issue, that City Council authorize staff to give public notice of the proposed amendment to Signs By-law 2005-166 be endorsed. CARRIED. (bb) Community Development Award The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 05 08 concerning the Community Development Award be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council award the 2006 Community Development Award to Lyons Tim-Br Mart, in recognition of their commitment to creating a modern commercial use within a traditional commercial area be endorsed. CARRIED. (cc) Sault Ste. Marie Police Service Business Plan - Results Year Two The report of the Chief of Police was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Chief of Police entitled Sault Ste. Marie Police Services Business Plan Year Two Results (2005) be accepted as information. CARRIED. Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest - spouse employed by Police Service. 5. (dd) Electric Hybrid Bus The report of the Transit Manager was received by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the Transit Manager dated 2006 05 08 concerning Electric Hybrid Bus be accepted and the recommendation that staff monitor the use of electric hybrid buses by TTC and Edmonton Transit for a minimum of one year to determine how well the technology performs in cold weather climates; and Further resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 04 24 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of One (1) Additional 40’ Low Floor Transit Bus, required by the Transit Division, be awarded as recommended. TABLED FOR FURTHER STAFF REPORT. (ee) Surface Treatment Program - 2006 The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 05 08 concerning the 2006 Surface Treatment Program be accepted as information. CARRIED. (ff) Ditching Program - 2006 The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 05 08 concerning the 2006 Ditching Program be accepted as information. CARRIED. (gg) Public Works Equipment Needs - 2006 The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 05 08 concerning Public Works Equipment Needs - 2006 be approved. CARRIED. 5. (hh) Kashechewan Evacuation Funding The report of the Assistant City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-101 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (ii) Development Control - 499 Landslide Road The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Mover Councillor D. Amaroso Seconder Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 05 08 concerning Development Control - 499 Landslide Road be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council designate those lands located at 499 Landslide Road subject to Development Control, for the purpose of applying the Groundwater Protection policies of the Official Plan be endorsed. CARRIED. (jj) Follow-Up Information - Application No. A-9-06-OP - Blake Avenue Official Plan Amendment The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Mover Councillor D. Amaroso Seconder Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 05 08 concerning Application No. A-9-06-OP - Blake Avenue Official Plan Amendment be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council accept this report as information be endorsed. CARRIED. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-10-02-Z - 224 Fifth Line East - Pioneer Construction Inc. (formerly Lafarge Canada Inc.) - Request in Order to Permit Light Industrial Uses The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 05 08 concerning Application No. A-10-02-Z - Pioneer Construction Inc. (formerly Lafarge Canada Inc.) be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the rezoning of the subject property subject to the 3 conditions contained in the report be endorsed. CARRIED. 6. (6) (b) Application No. A-7-06-Z - 2125 Great Northern Road - Brandes Aggregates Limited - Request to Rezone in Order to Permit a Composting Yard for Leaf and Yard Waste The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that Council DEFER 6.(6)(b) until the applicants and partner have sat down with Ministry of Environment. DEFEATED. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 05 08 concerning Application No. A-7-06-Z - Brandes Aggregates Limited be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the rezoning of the subject property from REX (Rural Extraction) zone to REX with a Special Exception to permit a composting yard for leaf and yard waste only, as an additional permitted use subject to the following: 1. That the subject property be designated an area of Site Plan Control, to address issues of source and groundwater protection, including details on the location of material storage, fuel storage, spill response and storm water management be endorsed. CARRIED. (c) Amendment to Signs By-law 2005-166 - 131 Second Line East The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 05 08 concerning Amendment to Signs By-law 2005-166 - 131 Second Line East be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council DENY the request for an amendment to Signs By-law 2005-166, which would permit the applicant to locate a billboard sign on the subject property be endorsed. CARRIED. 6. (8) BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (a) PUC Shareholder Meeting 2005 PUC Inc. and 2005 Public Utilities Commission Annual Reports and 2006 First Quarter Shareholder Report Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that City Council is now authorized to meet in Open Session as the sole shareholder of PUC Inc. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that City Council appoint Mayor Rowswell as Council’s proxy to vote on the resolutions of the shareholder of PUC Inc. CARRIED. (b) Multi-Modal Status Report to City Council The report of the Managing Director Destiny Sault Ste. Marie was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Managing Director Destiny Sault Ste. Marie dated May 3, 2006 concerning Multi-Modal Status Report to City Council be accepted and the recommendation that the funding strategy detailed in the report be accepted with the understanding that following the completion of each stage, Council will be provided with a full report and recommendations and will approve proceeding to the subsequent stage, be approved. CARRIED. Recorded Vote For: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso Against: Nil Absent: Councillors D. Celetti, F. Manzo 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie is now approaching full employment and employers, both small and large, are searching for new people to work, and the most recent figures on advertised occupancies for employment have reached over 2100, not including the unadvertised job market; and Whereas Development Sault Ste. Marie, a division of the SSMEDC, and the Chamber of Commerce are receiving many calls from employers looking for new employees that have skills ranging from sales, hospitality, skilled trades, customer contact centre representatives, to managerial level positions; and Whereas with new investments in the Gateway, SIAG Great Lakes LLP, Futureshop, etc., there will be a greater need for new people to fill the new jobs that will be created as a result of these new businesses; and Whereas the SSMEDC is becoming increasingly concerned with the potential adverse impact of labour shortages on the ability of the community to secure new investment and associated growth; and Whereas, the SSMEDC undertook a “Saultjobs.com campaign” (EDF Fund $35,000) in 2004 that resulted in supporting the employee ramp up and expansions of the Sutherland, Cross Country Automotive, NCO, and NuComm call centres that recruited 1400 new people and brought home approximately 72 individuals and in some cases their families to Sault Ste. Marie; and Whereas other Cities are now launching programs to address the attraction of people through immigration and employment strategies that will support employers in finding new employees that will continue to support their business growth and expansion; and Whereas City Council wishes to take a proactive role in supporting employers in attracting new people to Sault Ste. Marie that will ensure continued economic growth and prosperity as well as growing our population back to 80,000 + levels; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council requests Destiny Sault Ste. Marie Team Sault Ste. Marie and Development Sault Ste. Marie (a division of the SSMEDC) to prepare a report to Council which: 1. Profiles current activities, resources and initiatives concerning development of our local workforce; 2. Reports on the activities and results of the 2004 “Saultjobs.com campaign along with recommendations on how this experience might be repeated to address current labour requirements; 3. Investigate and propose other short and long term strategies to support labour pool development for Sault Ste. Marie including a retention/engagement strategy and an attraction strategy including a homecoming and immigration strategy as well as related matters such as housing and rental accommodation; 4. Provides recommendations to Council on the possible and appropriate role of the City and/or SSMEDC in labour development and generally supporting employers in meeting their employment needs. CARRIED. 7. (b) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that City Council send a letter of thanks to the cemetery employees on behalf of the visitors to the cemetery over the past winter to thank them for the wonderful job they did clearing the roads and paths between the markers. TABLED TO MAY 29, 2006 COUNCIL MEETING. (c) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that Ian McMillan, Executive Director Tourism Sault Ste. Marie be requested to attend the Council Meeting of May 29, 2006 to outline the present and potential negative consequences of the 2008 passport requirement as proposed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie and surrounding area is one of the most beautiful places to visit in the world; and Whereas the high price of gas and other factors have lead to a decline in Tourism across this Province and in this Area; and Whereas a number of high quality marketing pieces promoting other Cities and Areas in the Province have been received in the mail boxes of Sault Ste. Marie residents; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council request that Tourism Sault Ste. Marie, a division of the Economic Development Corporation, bring back a report to City Council on the feasibility of doing a similar Marketing Blitz in other areas of the Province and/or U.S. Midwest with the possible assistance of senior levels of government and that this report highlight what marketing initiatives have been undertaken in the last two years and the budgets attached to them; and Further that Tourism SSM make recommendations to City Council about forming a small committee consisting of Tourism SSM, Tourism leaders, City Councillors, and other representatives from the City of Sault Ste. Marie to expedite this Marketing Blitz. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2004 05 08 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-85 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Canadian National (CN) Railway Company regarding warning system modification at Hudson Street (Transportation Corridor) be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-86 being a by-law to authorize a lease agreement between the City and Algoma Health Unit for portions of the sixth floor and first floor of the Civic Centre be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-87 being a by-law to provide for the adoption of taxation transition ratios be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-88 being a by-law to provide for the adoption of property tax rates for 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-89 being a by-law to provide for the adoption of education taxation rates as established by the Province of Ontario be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-90 being a by-law to provide for the adoption of property tax rates for 2006 for both municipal and education purposes be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (g) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-91 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-law 2005-150 and 2005-151 concerning lands located at 323 Huron Street be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. (Tony & Gail Marziale) CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-92 being a by-law to amend By-laws 80-200 and By- law 4100 dealing with the exemption from the noise control by-laws for various events to be held at the Airport Fairgrounds be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (i) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-93 being a by-law to exempt from taxation (pursuant to Section 325 of the Municipal Act, 2001), except for fees or charges that have priority lien status, property of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 25 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (j) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-94 being a by-law to permit the temporary street closing of Queen Street from East Street to Gore Street to facilitate the Superior Rallyfest Parade be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (k) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-95 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (l) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-96 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Canadian National (CN) Railway Company regarding a standard unfounded new crossing warning system be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. (Transportation Corridor) CARRIED. 10. (m) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-97 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Canadian National (CN) Railway Company regarding standard crossing construction be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. (Transportation Corridor) CARRIED. (n) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-98 being a by-law to exempt the Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site from By-law 70-359 being a by-law to prohibit the discharge of firearms in the municipality be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (o) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-99 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation for funding toward the construction of the Clergue Park portion of the Waterfront Walkway be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (p) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-100 being a by-law to authorize the conveyance of the City owned water lot to the abutting owner of 1025 Queen Street East be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (q) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-101 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and the Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development concerning Kashechewan First Nation Evacuation Funding be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”Steve Butland” __________ ACTING MAYOR __________ ”Donna P. Irving” _________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 05 29 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -115,7 +148,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "ACTING MAYOR", "DEPUTY CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 05 29 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Acting Mayor S. Butland, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso ABSENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, T. Sheehan ( part of meeting ) OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, D. Irving, N. Kenny, J. Dolcetti, B. Freiburger, R. Tyczinski, D. Elliott, F. Coccimiglio, B. Strapp, N. Apostle, D. McConnell, P. McAuley, L. McCoy, C. Rumiel 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 05 08 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Cliff Graham, leader Scouts Canada and Ian Graham recipient of the Chief Scout Award were in attendance for presentation of the Chief Scout Award by Acting Mayor Butland. (b) Art Taylor, on behalf of the Mayor’s Award Committee, was in attendance to present the winners of the 2006 Mayor’s Award honouring business or for-profit organizations for outstanding commitment to the non-profit community. (c) Frank Halford, Jackie Halford and Dawn Kulenbaumer were in attendance concerning Proclamation - Brain Injury Awareness Month. (d) Theresa Zuppa, Marie Antonello and Larry DiPasquale were in attendance concerning Proclamation - Verdi Social Program for Challenged Adults 25 th Anniversary Celebration. (e) Don Calvert, Chair, Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion Day. 4. (f) Proclamation - Habitat for Humanity Week. (g) Tania Hazlett, Co-ordinator of the Active 2010 – Physical Activity Development Project was in attendance concerning Proclamation – On the Move Week. (h) Eric Smallwood, Front Row Marketing was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(2)(a). (i) Bob Paciocco was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(a). (j) Bill Therriault, Managing Director, Destiny Sault Ste. Marie and Brent Krmpotich were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(8)(a). (k) Ian McMillan, Executive Director and David Hornstein, Chairman, Tourism Sault Ste. Marie were in attendance concerning agenda items 6.(8)(b) and 6.(8)(c). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 05 29 - Part One – Consent Agenda, [save and except 5.(t) - TABLED to a future meeting when Mayor Rowswell is in attendance] be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO, FCM and FONOM was received by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that Councillor Lou Turco be nominated by the City of Sault Ste. Marie to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Board of Directors – Large Urban Caucus representative – 1 year term (2006 – 2007). CARRIED. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council supports the AMO/AMRC Waste Management Task Force position paper on management of Household Hazardous Waste/Household Special Waste entitled “AMO/AMRC Proposal for a Provincial Household Hazardous Waste and Special Waste Strategy” dated May 2006; and further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to AMO be approved. CARRIED. 5. (a) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Whereas the forestry sector has consistently demonstrated a tremendous ability to create jobs and prosperity throughout Ontario; and Whereas the forest industry in Ontario is at risk because it operates in one of the most expensive and least competitive jurisdictions in the world; and Whereas one of the most significant factors reducing competitiveness are the second highest electrical rates in North America; and Whereas forestry stakeholders can work together with government to develop a provincial electricity policy that will help restore the industry's ability to compete; and Whereas immediate action by the government of Ontario on the electricity policy is critical to the future of Ontario's economic prosperity; Resolved that the Sault Ste. Marie City Council requests that the Ontario Government act immediately to implement a two-stage forestry sector energy competitiveness plan that (a) by June 2006 provides a $15 per MWH rebate to the forest industry sector retroactive to January 1, 2006 on purchased electricity, (b) by September 2006 achieves an all-in target rate of $45. per MWH to remain established for a 3-year period from 2006 - 2009. The $15. rebate program will remain in effect until September 2006 or until the all-in delivered electricity rates for each facility has been established at the target rate of $45. MWH inclusive of all generation, transmission, DRC and other charges; and Further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, Minister of Finance, Minister of Natural Resources, Minister of Energy, M.P.P. Sault Ste. Marie David Orazietti and FONOM. CARRIED. (b) Correspondence from the Town of Smooth Rock Falls, Town of Cobalt, Township of Dorion, Township of Fauquier-Strickland, Township of Matachewan, Town of Marathon, Municipality of McDougall, Township of Morley (concerning support for the Northern Physician Retention Initiative Program); the City of Kingston (concerning Best Start Program); Municipality of Leamington (concerning COMRIF); the Town of Minto (concerning the Ombudsman report of MPAC); the Township of Essa (concerning exempting road service vehicles from section 69 of the Highway Traffic Act and Financial support for Ontario farmers); the Township of Michipicoten (concerning the levy allocation for the redevelopment of Algoma Manor); Algoma District Municipal Association (concerning support for potential implementation of an Algoma District Youth Retention and Attraction Strategy); Township of South Stormont (concerning federal funding for the agricultural industry); Municipality of North Perth (concerning licensing fees under the Municipal Act) City of Sarnia (concerning Private Members Bill – Amendment to Assessment Act); the Town of New Tecumseth (concerning realty tax reform); the municipality of South Bruce (concerning funding shortfalls for water and waste water projects) is attached for the information of Council. 5. (b) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council supports the resolution of the City of Kingston (passed May 2, 2006) in which the Federal Government is requested to reconsider termination of the Moving Forward on Early Learning and Child Care Funding Agreement with the Province of Ontario so that Sault Ste. Marie and Ontario can implement the expansion of early learning and childcare services envisioned through the Best Start Program; and Further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Tony Martin, MP Sault Ste. Marie, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the City of Kingston, be approved. CARRIED. (c) Letters of request for temporary street closings were accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-103, 104 and 105 are listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 1) on Lake Street in conjunction with Dragon Boat Festival (June 10 th ) 2) on downtown streets in conjunction with ROTARYFEST 2006 (July 15 th ) 3) on Canal Drive in conjunction with Old Tyme Fair and Picnic (June 24 th ). Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that City Council approves the use of Clergue Park and the old A.B. McLean site (July 9 - 16, 2006); the Civic Centre north and south parking lots and green space (July 14 evening and July 16, 2006); and the Civic Centre ramp (July 15, 2006) for Rotaryfest 2006 activities. CARRIED. (d) Requests for Special Occasion Permits for events at a municipal facility are attached for the consideration of Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the following requests to hold Special Occasion Permit events at a municipal facility on the stated dates and times be endorsed by City Council: Bondar Pavilion Marconi Club - Italian Festival July 23, 2006 from 12:00 noon to 11:00 p.m. Bondar Pavilion Edmonds/Lloyd Wedding July 15, 2006 from 4:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Bondar Pavilion Sault Symphony Association Musicfest 13 – Bratwurst Beer and Beethoven June 11, 2006 from 12:00 noon – 9:00 p.m. CARRIED. (e) The letter from the Premier of Ontario in response to a Council resolution concerning physician licensing in Ontario was received by Council. (f) The letter from the General Manager Brookfield Power concerning the Prince Wind Energy Project was received by Council. 5. (g) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 05 29 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (h) Tender for One (1) Para-Transit Mini Bus (2006CK02) The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing, dated 2006 05 29, be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of One (1) Para- Transit Mini Bus, required by the Transit Division, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (i) Tender for Ready-Mix Concrete The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 05 29 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Ready-Mix Concrete, required by the City Corporation, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (j) Tender for 7,500 Tonnes Bulk Coarse Highway Salt The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing, dated 2006 05 29, be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Bulk Coarse Highway Salt, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (k) Tender for Maintenance Hole and Catchbasin Frames and Covers The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 05 29 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Maintenance Hole and Catchbasin Frames and Covers, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. 5. (l) Proposal for Pulverizing Existing Road Surfaces The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 05 29 be endorsed and that the proposal to Pulverize Existing Surface Treated Roads in various locations within the City, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department, be accepted as recommended. CARRIED. (m) Proposal for Video Scoreboard – New Sports and Entertainment Centre The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 05 29 be endorsed and that the proposal for the supply and installation of One (1) Scoreboard Clock, required by the Community Services Department, be accepted as recommended. CARRIED. (n) Network Backbone Upgrade/Level Three Wireless Project The report of the Manager, Information Technology Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Manager Information Technology Division dated 2006 05 29 concerning Network Backbone Upgrade/Level Three Wireless Project be accepted and the recommendation that the quote for the supply, delivery and installation of Cisco Networking Equipment be awarded to PUC Telcom/Ontera in the amount of $32,778.63 with funds to come from the IT Capital Equipment account, be approved. CARRIED. (o) Property Tax Appeals The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that pursuant to Section 357 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 05 29 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (p) Vacant Unit Tax Rebate Program - Commercial and Industrial Properties The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. 5. (p) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that pursuant to Section 364 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments, under the vacant unit tax rebate program, for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s reports of 2006 05 29 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (q) 2006 Final Tax Billing The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-121 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (r) Provincial Gas Tax Reserve Fund The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 05 29 concerning Provincial Gas Tax Reserve Fund be accepted as information. CARRIED. (s) New Financial Information System The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 05 29 concerning New Financial Information System be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the issuance of a Request for Proposal for a new financial information system with funding to come from the Computer Software Reserve, be approved. CARRIED. (t) Reserve Balances The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was received by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 05 29 concerning Reserve Balances be accepted as information. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. (TABLED to future Council Meeting when Mayor Rowswell is in attendance.) (u) The City of Sault Ste. Marie Corporate Style Guide The report of the Corporate Affairs Officer was accepted by Council. 5. (u) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Corporate Affairs Officer dated 2006 05 29 concerning City of Sault Ste. Marie Corporate Style Guide be accepted as information. CARRIED. (v) Commemorative Bench Program for City Parks The report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager Recreation and Culture dated 2006 05 29 concerning Commemorative Bench Program for City Parks be accepted and the recommended Policy for the purchase and placement of commemorative benches at city parks, be approved. CARRIED. (w) Request for Financial Assistance for National/International Sports Competitions The report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager Recreation and Culture dated 2006 05 29 concerning Request for Financial Assistance for National/International Sports Competitions be accepted and the recommendation to provide a $200 grant each to Tiffany Bagnall, Samantha Goodall, Ben Porter, Jordan Fryia and Kyle Beith (2006 Canadian Tenpin Federation National Youth Championship) be approved. CARRIED. (x) Connecting Link Revocation - $9M Funding Agreement The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 05 29 concerning Connecting Link Revocation $9M Funding Agreement be accepted as information. CARRIED. (y) Contract 2006-5E - Reconstruction of Pentagon Boulevard (McNabb Street to Pleasant Drive) The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-117 and 118 are listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (z) Contract 2006-9E - Reconstruction of Goulais Avenue (Wallace Terrace to Bonney Street) The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-119 and 120 are listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (aa) Contract 2006-3E - Reconstruction of Gloucester Street (Wellington Street West to Cathcart Street) The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-106 and 107 are listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (bb) Fire Services 2005 Annual Report The report of the Fire Chief was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Fire Chief dated 2006 05 29 concerning Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services 2005 Annual Report be accepted as information. CARRIED. (cc) Proposed Sale of 587 Northland Road The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-123 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. (dd) Ontario Municipal Board Decision Local Improvement By-law 2005-164 The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 05 29 concerning Ontario Municipal Board Decision – Local Improvement By-law 2006-164 be accepted as information. CARRIED. (ee) Northern Ontario School of Medicine Proposed Clinical Research Centre The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. The relevant By- law 2006-111 is listed under item 10 of the Minutes. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 05 29 concerning the Northern Ontario School of Medicine Proposed Clinical Research Centre be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council authorize a contract with SHI Consulting for the proposed NOSM Clinical Research Centre Feasibility Study and Implementation Plan in the amount of $49,981.30 be endorsed. CARRIED. (ff) Proposed Intermodal Facility – Rail Service The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. 5. (ff) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 05 29 concerning Proposed Intermodal Facility – Rail Service be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council authorize staff to approve a Contract Change Order for the construction of a rail line to service the proposed Sault Intermodal Terminal Inc. facility upon confirmation of FedNor and NOHFC funding be endorsed. CARRIED. (gg) Cremation Niche Wall The report of the Manager Cemeteries Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Manager Cemeteries Division dated 2006 05 29 concerning Cremation Niche Wall be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the purchase of three bronze niche wall units from BLP Bronze International at an estimated cost of $17,000.00 which includes site preparation, with funds to come from the Cemetery Reserve be approved. CARRIED. (hh) University/College Bus Pass and High School After School Activity Pass The report of the Transit Manager was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Transit Manager dated 2006 05 29 concerning University/College Bus Pass and High School After School Activity Pass be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve: 1. for a two year period – introduction and provision of a free September bus pass for first year students at Algoma University and Sault College; and 2. from September 2006 to June 2006 on a trial basis – for public purchase a $20 monthly after-school activity pass for high school students, be approved. CARRIED. (ii) Requested Information Pertaining to the Seven 1990 Classic Buses from Utah The report of the Transit Manager was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Transit Manager dated 2006 05 29 concerning Requested Information Pertaining to the Seven 1990 Classic Buses from Utah be accepted as information. CARRIED. (jj) City’s Policy on Winter Maintenance – Lawn Repair The report of the Deputy Commissioner Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. 5. (jj) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Deputy Commissioner Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 05 29 concerning City’s Policy on Winter Maintenance – Lawn Repair be accepted as information. CARRIED. (kk) Outstanding Council Resolution - Outline of LTVNEWS / CBC Proposal The report of the General Manager Enterprise Centre was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the General Manager Enterprise Centre Sault Ste. Marie (Division of SSMEDC) dated 2006 05 04 concerning Outstanding Council Resolution Outline of LTVNEWS/CBC Proposal be accepted as information. CARRIED. (ll) Outstanding Council Resolution - Business Case for Local Newscasts in CBC Programming The report of the General Manager Enterprise Centre was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the General Manager Enterprise Centre Sault Ste. Marie (Division of SSMEDC) dated 2006 05 04 concerning Outstanding Council Resolution – Business Case for Local Newscasts in CBC Programming be accepted as information. CARRIED. (mm) The letter from the Manager, Government and Municipal Affairs, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation concerning the Smoke-Free Ontario Act was received by Council. (nn) The newspaper article entitled “2 ASI furnaces blast into history this Wednesday” was received by Council. (oo) Soo Greyhounds Agreement The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-124 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (pp) The News Release concerning Mayor John Rowswell was received by Council. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (2) COMMUNITY SERVICES (a) Sault Ste. Marie Sports and Entertainment Centre - Naming Rights The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-125 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 05 29 concerning Sault Ste. Marie Sports and Entertainment Centre - Naming Rights be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the agreement identifying Steelback Brewery as the Naming Rights Sponsor of the new Sports and Entertainment Centre; and That the name of the facility be the “Steelback Centre” be approved. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Whereas the community is interested in recognizing all those who have made the supreme sacrifice; and Whereas the Memorial Gardens is being renamed; Therefore be it resolved that the block housing the Sports and Entertainment Centre and the Memorial Tower be designated Memorial Square with an appropriate plaque be approved. CARRIED. 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-10-06-Z - 1372060 Ontario Inc. - 1111 Great Northern Road - Request to Permit an Office, Warehouse and Woodworking Facilities on Front Portion of Property The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 05 29 concerning Application No. A-10-06-Z – 1372060 Ontario Limited (1111 Great Northern Road) be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the application by way of a Special Exception to permit in addition to the uses permitted within the Highway Zone (HZ), office uses, a woodworking shop and a warehouse facility, be endorsed. CARRIED. 6. (8) BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (a) Destiny SSM Progress Report The report of the Managing Director Destiny Sault Ste. Marie was accepted by Council. 6. (8) (a) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report entitled Destiny SSM Progress Report dated May 2006 be accepted by Council as information. CARRIED. (b) Tourism Marketing Sault Ste. Marie – Council Resolution May 8, 2006 The report of the Executive Director of Tourism was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Executive Director Tourism Sault Ste. Marie dated 2006 05 29 concerning Council Resolution Re: Tourism Sault Ste. Marie Marketing be accepted and the recommendation that a Committee be formed, comprised of the Executive Director Tourism Sault Ste. Marie (Ian McMillan), a member of City Council (Terry Sheehan) and representatives from the Tourism Sault Ste. Marie private sector, to look at ways to access new markets and utilize new innovative methods of marketing Sault Ste. Marie, be approved. CARRIED. (c) Passport Issue – Council Resolution May 8, 2006 The report of the Executive Director Tourism Sault Ste. Marie was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Executive Director Tourism Sault Ste. Marie dated 2006 05 29 concerning Council Resolution Re Passport Issue be accepted as information. CARRIED. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Be it resolved that Destiny SSM be requested to conduct an objective evaluation of the Norgoma and provide Council with recommendations as to next steps; Recommendations should consider the benefits and associated costs concerning options evaluated and the recommended option; It is understood that Destiny would establish an advisory committee and that city staff along with other key players will participate. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that City Council send a letter of thanks to the cemetery employees on behalf of the visitors to the cemetery over the past winter to thank them for the wonderful job they did clearing the roads and paths between the markers. CARRIED. 7. (c) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Be it resolved that Council request President and CEO of Northern Breweries to attend the Council Meeting of June 12, 2006 to elaborate on past, present and future developments at the Brewery. CARRIED. The letter from Councillor Steve Butland was received by Council. (d) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Whereas in 2005 the Ontario Medical Association (OMA) report “Illness Costs of Air Pollution (ICAP) 2005” shows the negative impact of smog on the health and economy in specific cities across the Province including the District of Algoma (see data below); Now therefore be it resolved that City Council request that the Acting Mayor of Sault Ste. Marie proclaim June 7, 2006 to be Clean Air Day in the City of Sault Ste. Marie; and Further that our community be encouraged to take action to reduce air pollution on that day and all days; and Further that links for suggestions on reducing air pollution be listed on the City of Sault Ste. Marie website. Illness Costs of Air Pollution – Regional Data for 2005 with Projections to 2026 District of Algoma: Premature Deaths = 46 (81 in 2026) Hospital Admissions = 99 (152 in 2026) Emergency Visits = 402 (620 in 2026) Minor Illness Days = 252,390 Health Care Costs = $4M Lost Productivity Costs = $3.19M CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that City Council accept the letter from 13 residents of Allen’s Side Road and Fourth Line regarding speeding on Allen’s Side Road and Fourth Line. The following concerns are listed: (a) excessive speed on both Allen’s Side Road and Fourth Line (b) truck traffic between Avery pit and Goulais Avenue (c) the regular habit of motorists running the stop sign at Allen’s Side Road and Third Line as well as Goulais Avenue and Fourth Line (d) the poor condition of Allen’s Side Road and Avery pit (e) excessive snow machine speed during the winter months; and Further be it resolved that this letter BE REFERRED to the Traffic Department Commissioner Pat McAuley and Police Chief Bob Davies for a report back to City Council on their findings. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 05 29 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-103 being a by-law to permit the temporary closing of Lake Street from Queen Street to its south end at Bellevue Park to facilitate the Dragon Boat Festival on June 10, 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-104 being a by-law to permit the temporary closing of Canal Drive from the entrance to the former fish hatchery - south to facilitate the Old Tyme Fair and Picnic be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-105 being a by-law to permit the temporary closing of various streets to facilitate Rotaryfest 2006 on July 15, 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-106 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the City and Possamai Construction for reconstruction of Gloucester Street from Wellington Street West to Cathcart Street be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-107 being a by-law to authorize the temporary street closing of Gloucester Street from Wellington Street West to Cathcart Street starting June 5, 2006 until October 31, 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-108 being a by-law to designate 499 Landslide Road as an area of site plan control be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. (John and Kenneth Smale) CARRIED. 10. (g) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-109 being a by-law to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 109 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. (City) CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-110 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (i) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-111 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and SHI Consulting for the preparation of a feasibility study for a proposed Clinical Research Centre in Sault Ste. Marie for the Northern Ontario School of Medicine be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (j) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-112 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-law 2005-150 and 2005-151 concerning lands located at 2125 Great Northern Road and further be it resolved that By-law 2006-113 being a by-law to designate 2125 Great Northern Road as an area of site plan control be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. (Brandes Aggregates Limited) CARRIED. (k) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-114 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-law 2005-150 and 2005-151concerning lands located at 1111 Great Northern Road be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. (Brian Gallagher) CARRIED. (l) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-115 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-laws 2005-150 and 2005-151 concerning lands located at 224 Fifth Line East and further be it resolved that By-law 2006-116 being a by-law to designate 224 Fifth Line East as an area of site plan control be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. (Pioneer Construction Inc.) CARRIED. 10. (m) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-117 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the City and Ellwood Robinson Limited for reconstruction of Pentagon Boulevard from McNabb Street to Pleasant Drive be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (n) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-118 being a by-law to authorize the temporary street closing of Pentagon Boulevard from McNabb Street to Pleasant Drive starting June 5, 2006 until October 31, 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (o) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-119 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the City and Mid-Canada Corporation for reconstruction of Goulais Avenue from Wallace Terrace to Bonney Street be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (p) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-120 being a by-law to authorize the temporary street closing of Goulais Avenue from Wallace Terrace to Bonney Street starting June 5, 2006 until October 31, 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (q) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-121 being a by-law to provide for the adoption of recovery percentages for the 2006 taxation year be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (r) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-122 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Laurentian University establishing a bursary for the Northern Ontario School of Medicine be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (s) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-123 being a by-law to declare surplus and authorize the sale of 587 Northland Road be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (t) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-124 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and Soo Greyhounds Inc. for seasons 2006-2007 through to the 2025- 2026 hockey seasons be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. (u) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that By-law 2006-125 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and 1540633 Ontario Inc., operating as Steelback Brewery, concerning the naming, advertising and sponsorship agreement for the Sault Ste. Marie Sports and Entertainment Centre be read three times and passed in Open Council this 29 th day of May, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that this Council shall now go into Caucus to discuss one labour relations item; and Further be it resolved that should the said Caucus meeting be adjourned, Council may reconvene in Caucus prior to the next meeting of Council to discuss the same matter(s). CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. _________ ”Steve Butland” __________ ACTING MAYOR __________ ”Malcolm White” __________ DEPUTY CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 06 12 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -125,7 +161,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 06 12 4:30 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Acting Mayor S. Butland, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso ABSENT : Mayor J. Rowswell OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, M. White, L. Bottos, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, D. McConnell, N. Apostle, P. McAuley, D. Elliott 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 05 29 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Bill Sharpe, President Northern Breweries Ltd. and Bruce Strapp, CEO Economic Development Corporation were in attendance to update Council on developments at Northern Brewery. (b) Brandy Duhaime, Communications Specialist, Canadian Blood Services was in attendance concerning Proclamation - National Blood Donor Week. (c) Proclamation - Veteran’s Appreciation Day (d) Fausto DiTomasso was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(a). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 06 12 - Part One - Consent Agenda be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO and a News Release from the Ministry of the Environment was received by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Whereas Ontario’s communities are proud of the contribution that Ontarians make to other parts of Canada; and Whereas Ontarians believe that Ontario must be treated fairly by the federal government; and Whereas the Government of Ontario is calling on the federal government to address the vertical fiscal imbalance that would see Ontario treated in an equal manner and therefore all provinces and territories receive federal transfers on a per capita basis and a fair share of funding for programs such as infrastructure, training and EI; and Whereas the Government of Ontario is calling on the federal government to refrain from increasing equalization, recognizing the current $11.5 billion equalization program (funded 43% by Ontario tax payers) is sufficient to fulfill its purpose of ensuring that people in all provinces and territories have access to comparable public services at comparable levels of taxation; and Whereas the Government of Ontario is also calling for a thorough, principled review of fiscal arrangements through a National Public Commission that would include municipal governments; and Whereas the Government of Ontario has recognized that municipal governments do not have access to revenues and resources equal to their responsibilities; and Whereas addressing the federal/provincial fiscal imbalance will allow the Government of Ontario to continue to address the provincial/municipal fiscal imbalance which currently undermines the sustainability of Ontario’s communities; and Whereas equitable fiscal arrangements will help build strong communities, a stronger Ontario and a stronger Canada; Therefore be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council supports the Government of Ontario’s position and its efforts to address the federal/provincial fiscal imbalance fairly, equitably, without increasing the federal equalization program (and including the creation of a tri-lateral national public commission on fiscal arrangements); and 5. (a) Further be it resolved that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Sault Ste. Marie M.P. Tony Martin, the Prime Minister of Canada, the Premier of Ontario, the Federal Minister of Finance, the Ontario Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Ontario Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario. CARRIED. (b) Correspondence from the Regional Municipality of York (concerning Family Physician Shortage) was received by Council. (c) Requests for Special Occasion Permits for events at a municipal facility were accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the following requests to hold Special Occasion Permit events at a municipal facility on the stated dates and times be endorsed by City Council: Strathclair Park Smack Daddy’s Slow Pitch Tournament June 23, 2006 from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. June 24 and 25, 2006 from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Queen Elizabeth Field Smack Daddy’s Sault Storm Football Game June 17 and 24, 2006 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. CARRIED. (d) The letter from the law firm of Robert MacRae concerning municipal staff and administration was received by Council. (e) The letter from the Rotary Club of Sault Ste. Marie requesting a by-law to prohibit vendors from locating near the grounds of Rotaryfest 2006 was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-137 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (f) Council Travel Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that Councillor Lou Turco be authorized to travel to the AMO Annual President’s Meeting being held in Oshawa (two days in June) at an estimated cost of $1,000.00 to the City. CARRIED. (g) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. 5. (g) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 06 12 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (h) Tender for Ten (10) Tempered Glass Transit Shelters The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 06 12 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Ten (10) Tempered Glass Transit Shelters, required by the Transit Division, Public Works and Transportation Department be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (i) Tender for Concession Supplies - Dairy Products The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 06 12 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply of Concession Supplies - Dairy Products, required by the Community Services Department be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (j) Tender for RS2 Emulsified Asphalt and M.T.O. Prime The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 06 12 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of RS2 Emulsified Asphalt and M.T.O. Prime, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (k) Tender for One (1) Mobile Filing System - Clerk’s Vault - Civic Centre The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 06 12 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and installation of One (1) Mobile Filing System, required by the Clerk’s Department be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. 5. (l) Retaining a Consultant for the Financial Software Selection Process The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-133 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 06 12 concerning Retaining a Consultant for the Financial Software Selection Process be accepted and the recommendation that the consulting firm of Jackson Begg Ltd. be retained at a cost of $40,068.00 with funds to come from the Computer Software Reserve be approved. CARRIED. (m) Loan to the Sault Ste. Marie Museum The report of the Manager of Finance and Audits was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Finance and Audits dated 2006 06 12 concerning Loan to the Sault Ste. Marie Museum be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the forgiveness of the 1987 interest-free $11,000.00 loan to the Sault Ste. Marie Museum with funds to come from the Unforeseen Expense account be approved. CARRIED. (n) Point of Sale System Sports and Entertainment Centre The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 06 12 concerning Point of Sale System - Sports and Entertainment Centre be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the single source purchase of a Food and Beverage Point of Sale software system for the Sports and Entertainment Centre from McClelland Johnstone Ltd. in the amount of $20,809.95 plus G.S.T. with funds to come from the Furniture Fixtures and Equipment Account be approved. CARRIED. (o) Connecting Link 2006/07 Allocation - Trunk Road From Black Road to Boundary Road The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. 5. (o) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 06 12 concerning Connecting Link 2006/07 Allocation - Trunk Road From Black Road to Boundary Road be accepted and the recommendation that the Trunk Road project be tendered and awarded to the lowest qualified bidder subject to the following three conditions: 1) that the City receives the M.O.E.’s denial of the Part II order request in writing; 2) that the low tender is within the approved capital budget and connecting link funding (which amounts to $1,960,000.00);and 3) that a by-law be brought forward at the first Council meeting after the Minister’s decision is received (if the decision is to deny the bump up request) authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to formally sign the contract awarded to the lowest qualified bidder be approved. CARRIED. (p) Extension of Leachate Collection System at Landfill and Realignment of Canon Creek The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 06 12 concerning Extension of Leachate Collection System at Landfill and Realignment of Canon Creek be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the tendering of this project for construction this year at an estimated cost of $325,000.00 with funds to come from the Landfill Site Reserve be approved. CARRIED. (q) Contract 2006-6E - Miscellaneous Asphalt Repaving The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-130 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (r) Canada-Ontario Municipal Infrastructure Fund (COMRIF) Funding Agreement - Intake II - McNabb/South Market The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-128 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (s) Contract 2006-8E - Reconstruction of Devon Road (Farwell Terrace to Korah Road) and Farwell Terrace Box Culvert Repairs The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-131 and 2006-132 are listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (t) Five-Minute Parking Spots in Front of Certain Queen Street Businesses The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. 5. (t) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 06 12 concerning Five- Minute Parking Spots in Front of Certain Queen Street Businesses be accepted as information; and Further that the matter of formally establishing five-minute parking spots on Queen Street BE REFERRED to the Parking Division and Downtown A ssociation for review and report back with recommendations to City Council. CARRIED. (u) Maintenance Agreement for Drainage Ditch - 58 Glengary Gate Crescent The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-127 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (v) Proposed Sale of 442’R’ Sydenham Road The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-126 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (w) Request to Move Forward With the Purchase of One (1) Orion VII Low Floor Transit Bus The report of the Transit Manager was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Transit dated 2006 06 12 concerning Request to Move Forward With the Purchase of One Orion VII Low Floor Transit Bus be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve moving forward with the purchase so that staff can place the order before June 16 th ; and Further resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 04 24 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of one (1) additional 40’ Low Floor Transit Bus, required by the Transit Division be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (x) Heritage Parking Lot The report of the Assistant Manager, Transit/Parking was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager, Transit/Parking dated 2006 06 12 concerning Heritage Parking Lot be accepted and the recommendation that the Heritage Parking Lot located on Queen Street East opposite Pilgrim Street be changed from a permit only parking lot to a two-hour free parking lot be approved. CARRIED. 5. (y) 2006 Sidewalk and Curb Repair Programs The report of the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 06 12 concerning the 2006 Sidewalk and Curb Repair Program be accepted as information. CARRIED. (z) Locomotive at Bellevue Park The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconder Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 06 12 concerning Locomotive at Bellevue Park be accepted and the recommendation that the locomotive stay in place at Bellevue Park and that a fence be put around it to stop children from playing on it, and that a plaque be put in place recognizing Algoma Steel’s donation of the locomotive to the City, be approved. CARRIED. (aa) Proposed Alien Invasive Species Management Centre The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 06 12 concerning the Proposed Alien Species Management Centre be accepted and the Planning Director’s Recommendation that City Council authorize a Request for Proposals to develop an Implementation and Operating Plan for the Alien Invasive Species Management Centre at a cost not to exceed $60,000, be endorsed. CARRIED. (bb) The News Release from David Orazietti, MPP concerning funding of the new hospital was received by Council. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-9-06-OP - Blake Avenue Official Plan Amendment - Information Report The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. 6. (6) (a) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 06 12 concerning Application No. A-9-06-OP - Blake Avenue Official Plan Amendment be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council accept this report as information and provide any further direction as required be endorsed. CARRIED. (b) Application No. A-11-06-Z - Andre Messier - 113 and 115 Salisbury Avenue - Request to Rezone in Order to Permit the Addition of Two Dwelling Units to the Existing 4-Plex The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 06 12 concerning Application No. A-11-06-Z - Andre Messier be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the application subject to the 3 conditions contained in the report be endorsed. CARRIED. (c) Application No. A-14-06-Z - Amendment to Zoning By-law 2005-150 and Special Exceptions By-law 2005-151 - Sunnyside Beach Road The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 06 12 concerning Application No. A-14-06-Z - Amendment to Zoning By-law 2005-150 and Special Exceptions By-law 2005-151 - Sunnyside Beach Road be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council repeal the remaining “Holding Provision” designations located along Sunnyside Beach Road be endorsed. CARRIED. (d) Urban Settlement Area Expansion Third Report The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. 6. (6) (d) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 06 12 concerning the Urban Settlement Area Expansion Third Report be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve Official Plan Amendment No. 107 to add the seven previously identified areas to the City’s Urban Settlement Area; and that staff undertake a review of redevelopment and intensification opportunities and other potential areas to ensure sufficient land availability to meet the requirements of both the Provincial Policy Statement and local needs over the next 15 years be endorsed. CARRIED. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Whereas the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act calls on the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop and implement a plan to require a passport or other document or combination of documents deemed to be sufficient to denote identity and citizenship for all travel into the United States by U.S. citizens and categories of individuals for whom documentation requirements have previously been waived; and Whereas research has demonstrated that a passport requirement is likely to reduce travel demand between Canada and United States to the detriment of both countries' tourist industries and economies; and Whereas there is little evidence that the availability of a new form of identification such as the proposed PASS card will have substantially smaller result in curtailing travel demand than a passport requirement; and Whereas the Department of Homeland Security has advised that there probably is insufficient time to complete the development and pilot testing of alternative secure identification options within the proposed timeframe for implementing the new documentation requirements of December 31, 2006 for individuals traveling by air and sea and December 31, 2007 for individuals traveling by land; and Whereas evidence suggests that the public in both Canada and the U.S. is confused about the timing of the proposed implementation of the new regulations, many believing that they already require a passport to enter or re- enter the U.S.; 7. (a) Now therefore be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario City Council expresses its concern about the risk to the economic health of communities in both the U.S.and Canada associated with the implementation of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative in advance of the availability of an alternative document to the passport that is secure, provides proof of identity and citizenship, is in a convenient format, and is inexpensive and easily obtainable. Preferred solutions are based on enhancing the security and citizenship information on current widely carried forms of identification; and Further resolved that the Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario City Council fully supports the recommendations to extend the deadline for implementing WHTI for all forms of travel until a comprehensive economic impact study can be completed; and Further resolved that the Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario City Council supports the position being expressed by the Binational Tourism Alliance and BESTT Coalition partners requesting amendments to the existing legislation that include (i) a single WHTI implementation date for all forms of travel; (ii) an exemption for children; (iii) further development of alternative travel documents, (iv) the expansion and improvements to existing \"trusted traveller\" programs, such as NEXUS and FAST; (v) the undertaking of a broad and ongoing communications program clarifying the travel documents currently available and required and encouraging the public to acquire the required travel documents; and (vi) improved training for all border services personnel to ensure consistent customer service as it relates to identification requirements at border crossings; and THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the President, The Binational Tourism Alliance for distribution to all relevant Canadian and U.S. Federal Provincial and State authorities as well as to the North American National State and Provincial Tourism and Business organizations involved in this issue. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Whereas it appears that Canadians will likely require passport documentation to enter the United States as a result of recent decisions made by the government of that country; and Whereas the need and demand for such documentation will be greatest for citizens who reside in border communities such as Sault Ste. Marie and who cross over to the United States on a regular basis for work, education and other purposes; and Whereas the Government of Canada has set up Regional Passport Offices throughout the country taking into consideration regions of at least 100,000 population, along with distances between centers; and Whereas in cases of emergency, residents are required to attend in person at a regional office to obtain a quick passport; and 7. (b) Whereas because of its location and size, Thunder Bay has been established as a Regional Office to serve the whole of Northwestern Ontario; and Whereas there is no Regional Office established to serve the more than 400,000 residents of Northeastern Ontario, thereby requiring residents, in cases of emergency, to travel to one of Thunder Bay, London, Toronto or Ottawa, Ontario for their passports; and Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie is the only international border community in all of Northeastern Ontario; Now therefore be it resolved that the Federal Government be asked once more to set up a full Passport Office in Sault Ste. Marie to adequately serve the residents of Northeastern Ontario, especially in light of the increasing numbers of passports which will be required in the near future. (Copies of this resolution to be sent to all M.P.’s representing ridings in Northeastern Ontario, the Municipal Councils of the Cities of Sudbury, North Bay, Timmins and Elliot Lake and FONOM with a request for Resolutions and/or Letters of Support.) CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 06 12 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Public Utilities Commission’s Distribution Engineer concerning the construction of watermains, water service laterals and a pressure reducing station on Old Garden River Road from Civic No. 443 to the south side of Third Line East under the petition requirements of Ontario Regulation 119/03 of the Municipal Act, 2001 at the cost of $1,043,472.00 is hereby approved and adopted and be it further resolved that By-law 2006-102 authorizing the construction of watermains and water service laterals and a pressure reducing station on Old Garden River Road from Civic No. 443 to the south side of Third Line be read a third time and passed in Open Council this 12 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (b) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-126 being a by-law to authorize the sale of 442R Sydenham Road to Windsor Farms Subdivision Limited be read three times and passed in Open Council this 12 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-127 being a by-law to authorize an agreement to provide maintenance service to the drainage easement at 58 Glengary Gate Crescent be read three times and passed in Open Council this 12 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-128 being a by-law to authorize an infrastructure funding agreement between the City and the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (COMRIF) concerning the construction of the McNabb/South Market Street extensions be read three times and passed in Open Council this 12 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-129 being a by-law to Appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties be read three times and passed in Open Council this 12 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-130 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the City and Pioneer Construction Inc. for miscellaneous asphalt repaving be read three times and passed in Open Council this 12 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-131 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the City and Palmer Construction Inc. for reconstruction of Devon Road (Farwell Terrace to Korah Road) and Farwell Terrace box culvert repairs be read three times and passed in Open Council this 12 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (h) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-132 being a by-law to authorize the temporary street closing of Devon Road (Farwell Terrace to Korah Road) and Farwell Terrace (Devon Road to Wallace Terrace) from June 12, 2006 until November 15, 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 12 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (i) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-133 being a by-law to authorize a letter of agreement between the City and Jackson Begg Limited to assist with selecting a vendor to replace the existing financial information system be read three times and passed in Open Council this 12 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (j) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-135 being a by-law to amend Schedule “N” of Traffic By-law 77-200 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 12 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (k) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-136 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 107 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 12 th day of June, 2006. (Urban Settlement Area Expansion) CARRIED. (l) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-137 being a by-law to prohibit vendors from locating near the grounds of Rotaryfest 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 12 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that this Council shall now go into Caucus to discuss one property matter; Further be it resolved that should the said Caucus meeting be adjourned, Council may reconvene in Caucus prior to the next meeting of Council to discuss the same matter(s). CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”John Rowswell” __________ MAYOR __________ ”Donna P. Irving” _________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 06 26 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -135,7 +174,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 06 26 4:30 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, N. Apostle, J. Dolcetti, J. Luszka, B. Strapp, D. McConnell, R. Tyczinski 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 06 12 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Murray McGrath, WSIB Committee Chair, Sault Ste. Marie Professional Firefighters Association was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(n). (b) David Hornstein, Chair and Ian McMillan, Executive Director, Tourism Sault Ste. Marie were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(8)(a). (c) Bruce Strapp, C.E.O. Economic Development Corporation was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(w). (d) Bob Dumanski was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(a). (e) Fausto DiTommaso was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(p). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 06 26 - Part One - Consent Agenda [save and except 5.(b) TABLED to July 10 th Council Meeting and 5.(q) DEFERRED to July 10 th Council Meeting] be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO was received by Council. (b) Correspondence from the Ontario Municipal Water Association (concerning keeping water under public ownership and control); the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (concerning the proposed Municipal Statute Law Amendment Act 2006. Note : A report on changes to the Municipal Act will be provided by the City Solicitor at an upcoming Council Meeting); the Northeastern Ontario Municipal Association (concerning Northern Physician Retention Initiative); Town of Greater Napanee and Town of Niagara-on-the- Lake (concerning follow-up from the Ombudsman concerns on MPAC operations); Township of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal (concerning farmers markets draft legislation) was received by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council supports the position of the Ontario Municipal Water Association (contained in a letter dated June 10, 2006 concerning recommendations made in Watertight by the government-appointed Water Expert Panel) that water must remain under public ownership and control; and Further resolved that the Government of Ontario be requested to make a commitment to the people of Ontario to keep water under public ownership and control by enshrining it in legislation; and Further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario; Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal; Minister of the Environment; Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing; David Orazietti, M.P.P. Sault Ste. Marie; AMO and the Ontario Municipal Water Association be approved. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. TABLED TO JULY 10 TH COUNCIL MEETING. (c) The letter from Habitat for Humanity thanking Council for the donation of land at 956 People’s Road was received by Council. (d) The letter requesting permission for a private property liquor license extension was accepted by Council. 5. (d) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that City Council has no objection to the proposed extended licensed area as detailed in the written request for a liquor license extension on private property for an outdoor event on the following stated dates and times: Sault College of Applied Arts and Technology - Orientation Activities 443 Northern Avenue September 5 to 18, 2006 - 12:00 noon to 11:00 p.m. CARRIED. (e) The request for a temporary street closing on Doncaster Road in conjunction with the 6 th Annual Street Gathering being held August 12, 2006 was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-140 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (f) The request for a temporary street closing on Queen Street from East to Brock Streets in conjunction with the 2006 Buskerfest being held August 11 to 13, 2006 was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-148 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (g) The letter from the M.P. Burnaby-New Westminster concerning a ban on fire retardants containing polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE’s) was accepted by Council. (h) Council Travel Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that Mayor John Rowswell be authorized to travel to the U.S. - Canada Mayors Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) Summit being held in Windsor, Ontario (three days in July) at an estimated cost of $1,500.00 to the City. CARRIED. (i) Tender for Food Service Equipment (2006CB05) The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 06 26 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and installation of Food Service Equipment, required by the Community Services Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (j) Property Tax Appeals The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. 5. (j) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that pursuant to Section 357 of the Municipal Act, 2001 the adjustments for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 06 26 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (k) 2006 Municipal Election - November 13 th The report of the City Clerk was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-144 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (l) Citizen Appreciation Day The report of the Corporate Affairs Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Corporate Affairs Officer dated 2006 06 26 concerning Citizen Appreciation Day be accepted and the recommendation that rather than having a single day dedicated as Citizen Appreciation Day annually, complimentary services be offered to the public from time to time during the year and that mall displays and/or open houses and tours be undertaken in association with existing awareness days as appropriate be approved. CARRIED. (m) Request for Financial Assistance for National/International Sports Competitions The report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture dated 2006 06 26 concerning Request for Financial Assistance for National/International Sports Competitions be accepted and the recommendation to provide a $200.00 grant each to John Reid, Shawn Spurr, John Gencarelli, Allan Spurr, Justin Travaglini, Tony Gioia (2006 Canadian Sport Karate Championships) and Shannon Hazelton (Bell Grand Prix National Swim Competition) be approved. CARRIED. (n) Resolution of Support The report of the Fire Chief was accepted by Council. 5. (n) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Whereas firefighters provide an invaluable service to the public and may risk their own personal safety in order to protect the lives of residents of the City of Sault Ste. Marie; and Whereas studies may have shown that firefighters suffer from an incidence of some cancers and other diseases that is significantly greater than the normal population, and that this may be due to firefighters’ exposure to toxic chemicals and carcinogens during the course of fighting fires; and Whereas in response to these studies, the provinces of Manitoba, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Nova Scotia have amended their Workers Compensation legislation to include a presumption that, for identified types of cancers in firefighters, the disease is attributable to work as a firefighter; and Whereas the Fire Chief of the City of Sault Ste. Marie commends the Sault Ste. Marie Professional Firefighters Association for its efforts and wishes to demonstrate his support for a comprehensive review of Ontario’s Workers’ Compensation scheme as it specifically relates to firefighters; Now therefore be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council calls on the Ontario Provincial Government to review Ontario’s Workplace Safety and Insurance Act in order to ensure that firefighters and their families receive fair and timely compensation for illness or disease that is attributable to their work as firefighters; and that this motion be forwarded to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and Federation of Canadian Municipalities. CARRIED. (o) Sault Major Destination Project - Borealis Project The report of the Assistant City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-142 and 2006-143 are listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (p) Fausto DiTommaso Appeal of Official Plan Amendment 111 Regarding Property on East Side of Blake Avenue Between McNabb and Wawanosh The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 06 26 regarding the appeal filed to Official Plan Amendment No. 111 be approved and that the Legal Department be authorized to bring a Motion to the Ontario Municipal Board to dismiss the appeal without a full hearing pursuant to the provision of the Planning Act. CARRIED. (q) Repeal of Smoking Control By-law 2003-7 The reports of the City Solicitor and letter from Algoma Health Unit were received by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-138 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (q) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Be it resolved that the question of repealing By-law 2003-7 (smoking control) BE DEFERRED for a two-week period in order to give the Algoma Health Unit and other interested groups an opportunity to address Council on this matter. CARRIED. (r) Bear Wise Program The report of the Assistant City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-141 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the report of the Assistant City Solicitor dated 2006 06 26 concerning Bear Wise Program be accepted and the recommendation that Council enter into the Community Funding Agreement with the Ministry of Natural Resources and further that the Legal Department be authorized to work with the Ministry of Natural Resources in the hiring and supervision of a temporary position for the purpose of disseminating the Bear Wise message be approved. CARRIED. (s) New Insurance Program for the City - June 1, 2006 to May 31, 2007 The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 06 26 concerning New Insurance Program for the City - June 1, 2006 to May 31, 2007 be accepted as information. CARRIED. (t) Proposed Property Purchase From Soo Mill Holdings Limited - 244 Bruce Street The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-146 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (u) Proposed Sale of 583 Northland Road The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-147 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (v) Clergue Park Waterfront Walkway Extension The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. 5. (v) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 06 26 concerning Clergue Park Waterfront Walkway Extension be accepted as information; and Further that Council authorize the tender for the Clergue Park Waterfront Walkway Extension, subject to confirmation and announcement of NOHFC support for this project. CARRIED. (w) Sault Ste. Marie Economic Development Corporation 2005 Annual Report The report of the C.E.O. Economic Development Corporation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the C.E.O. Economic Development Corporation dated 2006 06 20 concerning Sault Ste. Marie Economic Development Corporation 2005 Annual Report be accepted as information. CARRIED. (x) The request for a temporary street closing on Boston Avenue in conjunction with a Street Party - Neighbour Outreach/Development being held June 30, 2006 was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-151 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (y) The request for a temporary street closing on Queen Street from East to Dennis Streets in conjunction with the Annual Downtown Sidewalk Sales Day being held July 14, 2006 was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-150 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (z) The letter from the Minister for FedNor concerning a post-budget update was received by Council. (aa) The letter from Mayor Rowswell concerning the Mayors of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative Conference held June 21 – 23, 2006 in Parry Sound was received by Council. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-12-06-Z - Ida Rossi - 231 and 233 Turner Avenue - Request to Rezone in Order to Allow the Property to be Used in Conjunction With the Commercial Property to the North The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. 6. (6) (a) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 06 26 concerning Application No. A-12-06-Z - Ida Rossi be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the rezoning of the subject property from “R-3” (Low Density Residential) zone to “C-4” (General Commercial) zone subject to the 2 conditions contained in the report be endorsed. CARRIED. 6. (8) BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (a) Northern Ontario Direct Mail Campaign Overview The report of the Executive Director, Tourism Sault Ste. Marie was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Executive Director, Tourism Sault Ste. Marie concerning Northern Ontario Direct Mail Campaign Overview be accepted and the recommendation that a Direct Mail Campaign be undertaken at a total project cost of $44,000.00 with funds to come from the project partners: $13,000.00 from Tourism Sault Ste. Marie; $9,000.00 from MCTV; $22,000.00 from Economic Development Fund be approved. CARRIED. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Whereas CTV is Canada’s largest private broadcaster; and Whereas CTV’s Canada A.M. is conducting a Wake up a Winner Community Challenge; and Whereas communities across Canada are invited to highlight their attributes and tell Canada A.M. what makes them special; and Whereas the Community Challenge is a friendly competition encouraging cities and towns across the country to show the rest of the nation the best they have to offer; and Whereas “Breakfast With Jeff” will be broadcast live from each of the four winning communities in the fall; and Whereas the timing of the contest may tie very closely into the opening of the new Steelback Centre; and 7. (a) Whereas winning this competition will enable Sault Ste. Marie residents the opportunity to showcase all we have to offer to the rest of Canada; Therefore be it resolved that City Council request the residents of the community of Sault Ste. Marie to either send e-mails to “communitychallenge@ctv.ca and/or short videos and letters to Community Challenge, Canada A.M., 9 Channel Nine Court, Scarborough, ON, M1S 4B5; and Furthermore that City Council direct Trevor Zachary or a staff member to be determined to coordinate the development of a submission on behalf of the City of Sault Ste. Marie. CARRIED. (b) Notice of Motion Mover Councillor T. Sheehan Seconder Councillor Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie has been very proactive in its efforts to recycle over the past few years; Therefore Be It Resolved that the Public Works Department be asked to update Council on the recycling program; and Further Resolved that the Public Works Department also be asked to solicit feedback from home owners, renters, condo owners, and private/public businesses about the program and report its findings at said meeting; and Further that the Public Works Department make recommendations for the future at that time. (c) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Whereas Mr. Bon Soo was surreptitiously abducted by the City of Oshawa this past week; and Whereas they attempted to camouflage their true intent as to the use/abuse of Mr. Bon Soo; and Whereas they have attempted to lay blame solely on one artist’s innocent and mistaken rendering of Mr. Bon Soo situated in a prominent position in front of Oshawa’s new arena; and Whereas the ruse has been exposed and appropriate apologies proffered; Be it resolved that Council write a letter requesting formal correspondence and acknowledgement that Mr. Bon Soo is the sole property of Sault Ste. Marie and an integral part of the Bon Soo Winter Carnival; and That Oshawa formally relinquish any ownership of Mr. Bon Soo; and finally That the Sault Ste. Marie Jr. Greyhounds administer an appropriate thrashing of the Oshawa Generals upon their first visit to the premier sports and entertainment complex in Ontario - in the presence of the Sault’s one and only Mr. Bon Soo. CARRIED. 7. (d) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Be it resolved that appropriate staff and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee revisit and prepare a report on the feasibility and advisability of establishing a “leash-free” zone for dogs either at Topsail Island or another venue; and Be it further resolved that staff liaise with the Humane Society and also solicit input from the “dog-owner” community and community at large. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Whereas there is no municipal by-law applicable to “dust control” at construction sites, vacant properties, industrial sites, etc.; and Whereas the Ministry of Environment accepts no responsibility or jurisdiction in this area; Be it resolved that Engineering in liaison with the Ministry of Environment prepare a report on how best to deal with this situation. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Be it resolved that Councillors T. Sheehan and S. Butland be included in the meeting of the City Solicitor and City’s insurance broker to discuss costs of insurance and to discuss opportunities to maximize usage of facilities and equipment; and That they report back to Council at a future date. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Be it resolved that Councillor S. Butland be authorized to attend a meeting with Enquest Power and the Ministry of Environment. The meeting will take place before the end of June. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 06 26 [save and except 2006-138 - DEFERRED to July 10 th Council Meeting] be approved. CARRIED. 10. (a) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-138 being a by-law to repeal smoking control By-law 2003-7 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. DEFERRED TO JULY 10 TH COUNCIL MEETING. (b) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-139 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-140 being a by-law to permit the temporary closing of Doncaster Road from 403 Doncaster Road to 85 Nichol Avenue to facilitate a street gathering on August 12, 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-141 being a by-law to authorize the execution of a Community Funding Agreement between the City and Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Natural Resources for funding of the City’s bear wise awareness program be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-142 being a by-law to authorize the execution of a forgivable performance agreement between the City and the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund for the Borealis Project - Sault Major Destination Project be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-143 being a by-law to authorize the execution of a forgivable performance agreement between the City and the Sault Ste. Marie Economic Development Corporation for the Borealis Project - Sault Major Destination Project be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (g) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-144 being a by-law to provide for advance voting and reduced hours of voting in institutions and retirement homes with regards to the 2006 municipal election be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-145 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-laws 2005-150 and 2005-151 concerning lands located at 113 and 115 Salisbury Avenue be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. (Andre Messier) CARRIED. (i) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-146 being a by-law to authorize the purchase of 244 Bruce Street from Soo Mill Holdings Limited for a future snow dump site be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (j) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-147 being a by-law to authorize the sale of 583 Northland Road to Douglas Meadows be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (k) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-148 being a by-law to permit the temporary street closing of Queen Street East from East Street to Brock Street to facilitate the 2006 Buskerfest be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (l) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-150 being a by-law to authorize the temporary street closing of Queen Street from East Street to Dennis Street on July 14, 2006 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. to facilitate the Annual Sidewalk Sale Days be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (m) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-151 being a by-law to authorize the temporary street closing of Boston Avenue from 21 Boston Avenue to 37 Boston Avenue on June 30, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the purpose of a street party be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. CARRIED. (n) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-152 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-law 2005-150 regarding lands located at 116 Third Line East be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. (1187845 Ontario Limited) CARRIED. (o) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that By-law 2006-153 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-law 2005-150 regarding lands located at 434 Old Garden River Road be read three times and passed in Open Council this 26 th day of June, 2006. (Millcreek Heights) CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. _________________________________ MAYOR _________________________________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 07 10 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -144,7 +186,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 07 10 4:30 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, D. Amaroso ABSENT : Councillors D. Celetti, N. DelBianco OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, D. McConnell, P. McAuley, D. Elliott 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 06 26 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Brian Christie, Executive Director, Lake Superior Conservancy and Watershed Council was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Lake Superior Day. (b) The 2006/07 Chamber of Commerce Executive (Robert J. Dumanski, President; Bill Shepherd, 1 st Vice-President; Sergio Saccucci, Treasurer; and Shelley Barich, General Manager) were in attendance for the annual Swearing-In Ceremony by Mayor Rowswell. (c) Peter Vaudry, Chair, Sault Ste. Marie Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee and Dave Pitcher were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(8)(a). (d) Dan Ingram, Area Manager Heart and Stroke Foundation was in attendance on behalf of Algoma Health Unit, Lung Association, Heart and Stroke Foundation and Canadian Cancer Society concerning agenda item 6.(5)(a). 4. (e) Vince Moreau was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(a). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 07 10 - Part One - Consent Agenda be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO was received by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council supports the position paper prepared by the AMO/AMRC Waste Management Task Force entitled “Improving the Efficiency of the Blue Box Program June 2006”; and Further that a copy of this resolution be provided to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and to Sault Ste. Marie M.P.P. David Orazietti be approved. CARRIED. (b) Correspondence from York Region (concerning international trained physicians); Municipality of Clarington (concerning Ontario Clean Water Act); Country of Frontenac (concerning request for paramedic exemption from Part VII of the Employment Standards Act); Municipality of Brockton (concerning child care); Town of Milton (concerning aggregate license fees) was received by Council. (c) The letter requesting permission for a private property liquor license extension was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that City Council has no objection to the proposed extended licensed area as detailed in the written request for a liquor license extension on private property for an outdoor event on the following stated date and times: Annual Family Fun Day Great Northern Retirement Home 760 Great Northern Road Thursday, July 27, 2006 from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. CARRIED. 5. (d) Correspondence concerning requests for Special Occasion Permits for events at a municipal facility was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the following requests to hold Special Occasion Permit events at a municipal facility on the stated dates and times be endorsed by City Council: Queen Elizabeth Park Smack Daddy’s/Steelers Football Game July 15 th and 22 nd from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Strathclair Park Smack Daddy’s/Sault Ste. Marie Slowpitch League Bud Lite Ball Bash Slow Pitch Tournament July 21 st from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. July 22 nd and 23 rd from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. CARRIED. (e) Letters from Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (concerning the Minister of Finance’s decision to cancel province-wide assessment updates for 2006 and 2007); the M.P.P. Oshawa (concerning a Private Member’s Bill, the Motor Vehicle Origin and Component Disclosure Act 2005); Honourable Senator Mac Harb (concerning a motion passed in the Senate calling for a Smoke-Free Canada) were received by Council. (f) The letter from Councillor Steve Butland concerning his attendance at a meeting between Enquest Power and various Ministry of Environment officials was received by Council. (g) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 07 10 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (h) Tenders for Equipment - Public Works and Transportation Department The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation concerning the Salt Storage Dome was received by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 07 10 be endorsed and that the tenders for the supply and delivery of various pieces of equipment, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. 5. (i) Vacant Unit Tax Rebate Program - Commercial and Industrial Properties The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that pursuant to Section 364 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments, under the vacant unit tax rebate program for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s reports of 2006 07 10 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (j) Reserve Balances The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 05 29 concerning Reserve Balances be accepted as information. CARRIED. (k) Cancellation of Re-assessments for 2006 and 2007 The report of the Manager of Budgets and Revenue was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Manager of Budgets and Revenue dated 2006 07 10 concerning Cancellation of Re-Assessment for 2006 and 2007 be accepted as information. CARRIED. (l) 2005 Consolidated Financial Statements The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 07 10 be accepted and the 2005 Consolidated Financial Statements be approved. CARRIED. (m) East End Wastewater Treatment Plant Effluent Discharge to the St. Mary’s River The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. 5. (m) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 07 10 concerning East End Wastewater Treatment Plant Effluent Discharge to the St. Mary’s River be accepted as information. CARRIED. (n) Snow Dump - Adjacent to East End Wastewater Treatment Plant - Potential Toboggan Hill The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 07 10 concerning Snow Dump Adjacent to East End Wastewater Treatment Plant - Potential Toboggan Hill be accepted and the recommendation that this property not be developed as a toboggan hill until such time as funds are identified to develop the property as park and snow dumping facilities are provided elsewhere be approved. CARRIED. (o) Third Line Extension - Old Goulais Bay Road to Great Northern Road - Environmental Assessment The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 07 10 concerning Third Line Extension - Old Goulais Bay Road to Great Northern Road - Environmental Assessment be accepted and the recommendations to: 1. authorize the firm of TSH to proceed with final design of the box culvert with the intent to tender construction in 2007; 2. authorize TSH to conduct the environmental assessment for the widening of Third Line east of Great Northern Road to the new hospital entrance; and 3. Engineering to report back to Council with a recommendation for the preferred project for the third round of COMRIF funding be approved. CARRIED. (p) Contract 2006-4E - Reconstruction of Russ Ramsay Way (Bay Street to Foster Drive) The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-157 and 2006-158 are listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (q) Changes to the Municipal Act - Bill 130 and the Law Enforcement and Forfeited Property Management Statute Law Amendment Act, 2005 The report of the Assistant City Solicitor was accepted by Council. 5. (q) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Assistant City Solicitor dated 2006 07 10 concerning Changes to the Municipal Act - Bill 130 and the Law Enforcement and Forfeited Property Management Statute Law Amendment Act 2005 be accepted as information. CARRIED. Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest - spouse employed by Police Service. (r) Agreement Releasing the City from Repaying the Province the Outstanding Balance on the Ontario Downtown Revitalization Program Loan from 1980 The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-162 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (s) Zoning By-law 2005-150 - Wind Turbines Review The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 07 10 concerning Wind Turbines Review be received as information only at this time and that the Planning Director be authorized to give public notice of the proposed amendment to Zoning By-law 2005-150 for the August 28, 2006 meeting of Council be endorsed. CARRIED. (t) GPS (Global Positioning System)/AVL (Automatic Vehicle Location) System - Public Works and Transportation Department The report of the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 07 10 concerning GPS (Global Positioning System)/AVL (Automatic Vehicle Location) System - Public Works and Transportation Department be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve a Request for Proposals for a GPS/AVL System for the Public Works and Transit Divisions and that staff report back with a recommendation be approved. CARRIED. (u) Sault Ste. Marie Public Library 2005 Annual Report The report of the Director of Public Libraries was accepted by Council. 5. (u) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Director of Public Libraries dated 2006 06 29 concerning Sault Ste. Marie Public Library 2005 Annual Report be accepted as information. CARRIED. (v) Sault Ste. Marie Police Service 2005 Annual Report The report of the Chief of Police was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Chief of Police dated 2006 06 22 concerning Sault Ste. Marie Police Service 2005 Annual Report be accepted as information. CARRIED. Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest - spouse employed by Police Service. (w) Proposed Sale of 583 Northland Road The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-163 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (x) Wake Up a Winner Community Challenge The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconder Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 07 10 concerning Wake Up a Winner Community Challenge be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve preparation of a submission to the CTV Canada AM Community Challenge; and Further that a budget of up to $6,000.00 for professional services to prepare the submission with funds to come from the Economic Diversification Fund be approved. CARRIED. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (5) LEGAL (a) Repeal of Smoking Control By-law 2003-7 The report of the City Solicitor was received by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-138 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 6. (5) (a) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that City Council defer or delay the repeal of Smoking Control By-law 2003-7 for one year as requested by the Algoma Health Unit. CARRIED. 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-15-06-OP - Vince and Patti-Jo Moreau - 1532 Third Line West - Request to Rezone in Order to Permit the Creation of One New Rural Residential Lot The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 07 10 concerning Application No. A-15-06-OP - Vince and Patti-Jo Moreau be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve Official Plan Amendment No. 112 be endorsed. CARRIED. (b) Application No. A-16-06-Z.OP - Algoma Residential Community Hospice - Southwest Corner of Fourth Line and Brule Road - Request to Rezone to Permit a Rural Area Severance for Residential/Institutional Purposes The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 07 10 concerning Application No. A-16-06-Z.OP - Algoma Residential Community Hospice be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the application subject to the 2 conditions contained in the report be endorsed. CARRIED. 6. (8) BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (a) Physician Recruitment Program The report of the Physician Recruitment Committee and the Manager of Finance and Audits were accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Physician Recruitment Coordinator dated 2006 07 10 concerning Program Status Report to City Council be accepted as information; and 6. (8) (a) Further resolved that the report of the Manager of Finance and Audits dated 2006 06 26 concerning Physician Recruitment Program be accepted and the recommendation that the 2006 Physician Recruitment Program be funded from the following sources: 1. unallocated 2005 casino revenue reserve $242,911.00 2. contributions from Group Health Centre and Sault Area Hospital $150,000.00 3. Physician Recruitment Reserve $417,217.00 Total: $810,128.00 be approved. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Whereas Sault Ste. Marie Health Care appears to be at a critical stage; and There is no apparent representative group to address a Sault Ste. Marie - specific strategy; Be it resolved that City Council endorse the formation, membership, mandate and direction of the Sault Ste. Marie Health Care Solutions Committee. CARRIED. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie has been very proactive in its efforts to recycle over the past few years; Therefore be it resolved that the Public Works Department be asked to update Council on the recycling program; and Further resolved that the Public Works Department also be asked to solicit feedback from home owners, renters, condo owners, and private/public businesses about the program and report its findings at said meeting; and Further that the Public Works Department make recommendations for the future at that time. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Whereas the by-law which controlled the parking of mobile homes, travel trailers, work trailers on residential properties has been rescinded and has results in ongoing neighbourhood complaints; Therefore be it resolved that appropriate staff revisit this previous by-law and identify the rationale for its discontinuance and provide this information for the consideration of Council. CARRIED. 7. (c) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Whereas some of the residents of Pine Street on the east side between McDonald and Cunningham are experiencing difficulty with exiting their driveways due to cars parked on the roadway; and Whereas there is currently a ban on parking on this stretch of Pine Street during the months of July and August; Now therefore be it resolved that the Public Works and Transportation Traffic Division prepare a report to Council, after consultation with neighbouring residents, with recommendations on the feasibility of an extension of the current July and August parking ban on the east side of Pine Street between McDonald and Cunningham. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 07 10, save and except By-law 2006-138 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-138 being a by-law to repeal smoking control By-law 2003-7 be read three times and passed in Open council this 10 th day of July, 2006. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. DEFERRED FOR ONE YEAR. (b) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-149 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario to allow the City to participate in the transfer of Federal Public Transit Funds for Public Transit Infrastructure to support primarily environmental sustainability objectives be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-154 being a by-law to authorize a street assumption to assume for public use and establish as a public street the Sault Ste. Marie Transportation Corridor known as “Carmen’s Way” be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (d) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-156 being a by-law to amend Schedule K to Traffic By-law 77-200 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-157 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the City and Mid Canada Construction Corporation for the reconstruction of Russ Ramsay Way from Bay Street to Foster Drive be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-158 being a by-law to authorize a temporary street closing of Russ Ramsay Way from Bay Street to Foster Drive from July 17, 2006 until September 30, 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-159 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-law 2005-150 regarding lands located at 231 and 233 Turner Avenue be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-160 being a by-law to designate 231 and 233 Turner Avenue as an area of site plan control be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (i) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-161 being a by-law to authorize the execution of an infrastructure and community development program agreement between the City and the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation for the Steelback Centre be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (j) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-162 being a by-law to authorize the execution of a novation agreement between the City and the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for Ontario be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (k) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that By-law 2006-163 being a by-law to authorize the sale of 583 Northland Road to Tino Ficociello be read three times and passed in Open Council this 10 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the 2006 Council Meeting Schedule BE AMENDED by cancelling the August 14 th Council Meeting. CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”John Rowswell” __________ MAYOR __________ ”Donna P. Irving” _________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 07 24 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -154,7 +199,10 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 07 24 4:30 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT : Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS : J. Fratesi, D. Irving, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, L. Whalen, J. Febbraro, I. McMillan, S. Turco, P. McAuley, L. Bottos, D. Elliott 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 07 10 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Gregory Benson, Debbie Shubat and Michael Elliot were in attendance to receive Governor General Certificates of Commendation and the Good Samaritan Award. (b) Ken Wallenius, Chair, Sault Area Hospital Board of Directors; and Ron Gagnon, Interim President and C.E.O., Sault Area Hospital were in attendance to update Council on the status of the new hospital project. (c) Ernie Gulyas, Chair, Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority and Ian McMillan, Executive Director, Tourism Sault Ste. Marie were in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(aa). (d) Doug Leask, Walker Engineering was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(3)(b). 4. (e) Byron Woodcock, Domenic Coccimiglio and Gabe and Natalie Giulietti were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(a). (f) Frank Sarlo, Scott Reid and Statton Orchard were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(b). (g) John Febbraro, Director, Industrial Marketing was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(8)(a). (h) Mayor John Rowswell - power point presentation of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative Mayors Summit. PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 07 24 - Part One - Consent Agenda be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO was received by Council. (b) Correspondence from the Municipality of Brockton (concerning child care); Township of South Stormont (concerning petitioning the government to implement legislation to prohibit cosmetic pesticide use in the Province of Ontario); City of Vaughan (concerning development charges act reform); the Town of Tecumseh (concerning the auto industry and Canada’s negotiations for a free trade agreement with Korea) was received by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Whereas the Conservative government has identified child care as one of the nation's top five priorities; and Whereas Statistics Canada reports that 45% of children aged 6 months to 5 years are currently in some form of care and parents throughout our nation have recognized the need for governments to address the need to strengthen child care and create viable new models for service delivery; and Whereas a recent YWCA Canada survey states that Canadian families irrespective of where they live or the size of their communities want their child care needs met by a nationally funded public system and not a federal cash payout; and 5. (b) Whereas there appears to be growing public consternation especially in rural areas over the Conservative government's decision to discontinue the Best Start program; Now therefore be it resolved that the government listen to the voices of the Child Care Action Committee, Canadian parents, daycare providers, opposition members and municipal authorities and thereby replace or reinforce this new taxable $1,200.00 supplement with immediate and stable financing for new and existing quality day care facilities; and Further that a copy of this resolution be provided to the Minister of Social Development, Minister of Finance, AMO, the Municipality of Brockton and Sault Ste. Marie M.P. Tony Martin. CARRIED. (c) Letters to the Premier of Ontario from the Michigan State Representative and from Mayor John Rowswell concerning contaminants on the shoreline of Sugar Island were received by Council. (d) Correspondence from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation advising that the quarterly payment of the 5% allocation from April 1, 2006 to June 30, 2006 is $355,429.00 was received by Council. (e) Requests for Special Occasion Permits for events at municipal facilities were accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the following request to hold a Special Occasion permit event at a municipal facility on the stated dates and times be endorsed by City Council: Roberta Bondar Tent Pavilion Wedding Reception August 12, 2006 from 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the following request to hold Special Occasion permit events at a municipal facility on the stated dates and times be endorsed by City Council: Queen Elizabeth Park Rocky Dipietro Field Smack Daddy’s Sault Steeler Playoff Game August 5, 12 and 19, 2006 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. CARRIED. (f) The petition from residents of Church Street was received by Council. 5. (f) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Whereas many residents of Church Street have signed a petition to remove the truck route designation on Church Street once the new city transportation corridor opens; and Whereas the residents have asked for a return to two-way traffic on Church Street, with other possible traffic changes on nearby streets; Therefore be it resolved that the Department of Public Works and Traffic be asked to conduct a study on the feasibility and advisability of removing the truck route designation and making other traffic changes in the area, to take effect once the new transportation corridor is opened; and Also be it resolved that such study be brought back to City Council for its consideration. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the petition from residents of Church Street requesting that Council remove the truck route designation from Church Street and designate Church Street as a two-way traffic street once the new truck route is opened BE REFERRED to the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation for review and report back to City Council. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. (WITHDRAWN BY MOVER/SECONDER) (g) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 07 24 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (h) Council Travel Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Mayor John Rowswell be authorized to travel to the 23 rd International Air Cargo Forum and Exposition being held in Calgary, Alberta (3 days in September) at an estimated cost of $2,800.00 to the City. CARRIED. (i) Tender for Seven (7) Public Access Automated External Defibrillators The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. 5. (i) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 07 24 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Seven (7) Public Access Automated External Defibrillators, required by the Corporation of the City of Sault Ste. Marie, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (j) Quotation for Fabricated Steel Work for Weigh Scales at City Landfill Site The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 07 24 be endorsed and that the quotation for the supply and installation of Fabricated Steel, required by the Refuse/Landfill Division of the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (k) Tender for One (1) Articulated Haul Truck The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 07 24 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of One (1) Articulated Haul Truck, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (l) Proposal for Voip and Data Communication Network Solution for the Steelback Centre (20061A02) The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 07 24 be endorsed and that the proposal for the supply and installation of Voip and Data Communication Network for the Steelback Centre, required by the Community Services Department, be accepted as recommended. CARRIED. (m) Proposal for Soft Drink Concession Supplies The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. 5. (m) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 07 24 be endorsed and that the proposal for the supply of Soft Drink Concession Supplies, required by the Community Services Department, be accepted as recommended. CARRIED. (n) Tender for Fire Services Uniform Clothing The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 07 24 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Uniform Clothing, required by the Fire Services and EMS Divisions, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (o) Tender for Restoration Work, Sault Ste. Marie Memorial Tower (2006CB04) The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 07 24 be endorsed and that the tender for the restoration work (cleaning and painting) of the Memorial Tower, required by the Community Services Department as part of the New Steelback Centre, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (p) Future Changes in Municipal Accounting Regulations The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 07 24 concerning Future Changes in Municipal Accounting Regulations be accepted as information. CARRIED. (q) Request for Proposal for External Audit Services The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. 5. (q) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 07 24 concerning Request for Proposal for External Audit Services be accepted and the recommendation that a request for proposal be issued for auditing services be approved. CARRIED. (r) Changes to the Financial Assistance Policy The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 07 24 concerning Changes to the Financial Assistance Policy be accepted and the recommendation that the Financial Assistance Policy be amended to include the following two conditions: 1. all applications must be received by November 30 th of the preceding year 2. capital projects are ineligible for funding be approved. CARRIED. (s) National Homelessness Initiative - Regional Homelessness Funds The report of the Community Coordinator, Social Services Department was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-172 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Community Coordinator, Social Services Department dated 2006 07 24 concerning National Homelessness Initiative - Regional Homelessness Funds be accepted and the recommendation that the Social Services Department continue in their role as the Community Entity to administer the National Homelessness Initiative - Regional Homelessness Funds be approved. CARRIED. (t) Contract 2006-10E - Canon Creek Realignment and Leachate Collection System The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-170 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (u) Contract 2006-7E - Trunk Road Improvements - Boundary Road to Black Road The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-176 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (v) Agreement Between the City and Algoma Steel Inc. - Extension of Rail Spur - Base Line The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-169 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. Mayor J. Rowswell declared a pecuniary interest - ASI is a client of engineering firm. (w) Delegation of Alternate Signing Authority for Site Plan Agreements The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-171 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (x) Designation of Site Plan Control - 304 and 308 Second Line West The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 07 24 concerning the Designation of Site Plan Control - 304 and 308 Second Line West be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the designation of 304 and 308 Second Line West as areas of site plan control, pursuant to section 41 of the Planning Act, be endorsed. CARRIED. (y) Street Line Painting The report of the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 07 24 concerning Street Line Painting be accepted and the recommendation that staff prepare estimates for epoxy markings on various streets in priority areas throughout the City and that the list of streets and costs be submitted for Council’s approval at the 2007 Budget Deliberations be approved. CARRIED. (z) Emergency Sanitary Sewer Repairs The report of the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. 5. (z) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 07 24 concerning Emergency Sanitary Sewer Repairs be accepted and the recommendation to undertake the necessary sanitary sewer repairs on Albert Street West at an estimated cost of $100,000.00 and Elmwood Avenue at an estimated cost of $75,000.00 with funds to come from the 2006 Sanitary Sewer Budget be approved. CARRIED. (aa) The letter from the Chairman Tourism SSM concerning operation of the cross country ski trails at Hiawatha was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that City Council approve allowing a presentation from the delegation in attendance this evening concerning the letter on the addendum – agenda item 5.(aa) – operation of the cross country ski trails at Hiawatha Park. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Be it resolved that City Council request that the Conservation Authority convene a meeting with Tourism Sault Ste. Marie, Sault Finnish Ski Club, Heyden Adventure Base Camp and Kinsmen Club to discuss the desire to incorporate all 36 km of cross-country ski trails for the benefit of all. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Whereas the implications of the dissolution of S.T.A.R. are as yet unclear and have possibly left a void in the operations of the year-round trail system; and Whereas Hiawatha is not only a significant tourist attraction but is well used by the community as a whole; and Whereas Hiawatha consists of an infrastructure that is in a state of disrepair; and Whereas due to its significance and current status it is imperative that the City needs a vision for the area with an appropriate business model to make it work; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council appoint the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee to examine the state of disrepair at Hiawatha and report back to Council on a preferred methodology to ensure the ongoing sustainability of Hiawatha. TABLED. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (3) ENGINEERING (a) Exterior Wall Panel Cladding Repairs and Caulking to the Civic Centre The report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning dated 2006 07 24 concerning Exterior Wall Panel Cladding Repairs and Caulking to the Civic Centre be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve proceeding with tendering the project as one phase at an estimated cost of $350,000. with funding as follows: 2006 Capital from Current $105,800. 2005 Allocation $ 78,000. Civic Centre Maint. Reserve $ 9,261. Facility Maint. Reserve $155,588. Unforeseen Expense $ 1,351. TOTAL $350,000. be approved. CARRIED. (b) Clergue Park Waterfront Walkway Extension The report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning dated 2006 07 24 concerning Clergue Park Waterfront Walkway Extension be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the awarding of the contract to Avery Construction for only Option 5 less both the rough in for the underground electrical work and the “Add Ons” with an upset limit of $593,896.; and Further that Council authorize staff to tender the remaining electrical and landscaping works for the fall of 2006 with construction beginning in spring 2007, be approved. CARRIED. 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-17-06-Z.OP - Natalie and Gabe Giulietti - 73 Northern Avenue - Request to Rezone to Permit Development of a Plumbing Supply Store The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that Application No. A-17-06-Z.OP - 73 Northern Avenue - Planning Director’s conditions of approval BE AMENDED by adding: to the 6 th condition the words “including consideration of proper buffering” and a 7 th condition “that a 6 foot wooden visually solid fence be erected and maintained separating the commercial property from the residential property to the south” be approved. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 07 24 concerning Application No. A-17-06-Z.OP - Natalie and Gabe Giulietti be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the application subject to the 6 conditions contained in the report be endorsed, AS AMENDED. CARRIED. (b) Application No. A-18-06-Z.OP - 834575 Ontario Inc. - 860 Great Northern Road - Request to Rezone to Permit a Bingo Hall Within the Existing Building (Former F. J. Davey Home) The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas most residents in the area of the proposed Bingo Hall were unaware of the planned business until very recently; and Whereas the owners of condominiums at Meadowview Villa were not notified because legally it was unnecessary even though they are immediate neighbours; and Whereas given that many residents are vacationing because it is July and given the very short notice were unable to change plans; and Whereas there was no consultation or public meeting over a proposal that will affect far more people than in your average institutional or residential area; and Whereas there are many concerns over both parking and the increased traffic entering and exiting the Third Line driveways; Therefore be it resolved that a decision is DEFERRED to August 28 th so the applicants and Planning staff can meet with the concerned neighbours to discuss a possible mutual solution to this proposal. DEFEATED. 6. (6) (b) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 07 24 concerning Application No. A-18-06-Z.OP - 834575 Ontario Inc. be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the application subject to the 6 conditions contained in the report be endorsed and further that the approval be for a two-year temporary rezoning pursuant to Section 39 of the Planning Act for By-law 2006-181. CARRIED. Recorded Vote For: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso Against: Councillors P. Mick, L. Turco, D. Celetti, B. Hayes, F. Manzo Absent: Nil 6. (8) BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (a) Community Investment Support Program (CISP) Strategies The report of the Director of Industrial Marketing Development Sault Ste. Marie was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the report of the Director of Industrial Marketing Development Sault Ste. Marie dated 2006 07 18 concerning Community Investment Support Program (CISP) Strategies be accepted and the recommendation that Council endorse the action plan outlined in the report for implementing the results of the CISP initiative be approved. CARRIED. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas the Ministry of Finance has announced the cancellation of Assessment by MPAC for two years; and Whereas the local MPAC office has been downsized over the years; and Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie pays $720,000.00 per year for services by MPAC with Assessment being the main service; 7. (a) Now therefore be it resolved that Council request representatives from MPAC to come to a Council meeting with an update of what is happening locally/provincially so that Council can ask important questions about how the cancellation might effect the City of Sault Ste. Marie’s operations. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas over the years the Provincial government has enacted legislation the effect of which has been to result in more and more claims being filed against municipal governments; and Whereas the effect of the increased number of claims has been an increase in the premiums imposed on municipalities by insurers; Now therefore be it resolved that the City’s insurer be requested to provide to the City Solicitor a summary of the legislation that has the most detrimental effect on insurance premiums paid by municipalities; and Further be it resolved that the City Solicitor upon receipt of that information from the City’s insurer prepare a report for Council’s consideration on which pieces of legislation he recommends the Province change in order to control insurance premiums imposed on municipalities; and Further that these recommendation(s) be provided to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) for action. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas the train in Bellevue Park has been determined to be unsafe under the Canadian Standards Association requirements for play equipment; and Whereas the suggestion to modify the existing train in order to meet the conditions of the Canadian Standards Association is not feasible; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council request that Parks Division research the cost of purchasing or creating playground equipment which resembles a train and meets the Canadian Standards Association requirements which could be placed near the existing train for use by children and that their findings be brought to a Council meeting at a future date for consideration. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Whereas many seniors in Sault Ste. Marie use the transit system; and Whereas many seniors cannot afford the rates charged presently; and Whereas many municipalities offer special rates for seniors; Therefore be It resolved that the Transit Division of the Department of Public Works and Traffic be asked to study the rates charged seniors, and that the study include rates in other Northern and Southern Ontario municipalities, as well as those charged in the Michigan Sault, and that the report be brought back to Council for its consideration. CARRIED. 7. (e) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Be it resolved that City Council request the Algoma Health Unit convene a meeting of the following: Public Works and Traffic, Humane Society, Ministry of Natural Resources and City Police Services regarding jurisdictional issues concerning responsibility for dead or injured animals such as crows, rats and bats within the boundaries of Sault Ste. Marie. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 07 24 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-138 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-164 being a by-law to designate the Sault Ste. Marie Memorial Tower situate at 269 Queen Street East as being of cultural heritage value and interest be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-165 being a by-law to authorize an amendment to the IntelliMap/911 agreement between the City and CriSys Limited to assist the City in the operation of its Fire Department be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-166 being a by-law to designate 304 and 308 Second Line West as an area of site plan control be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (e) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-167 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 112 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-168 being a by-law to amend Schedule K to Traffic By-law 77-200 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-169 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Algoma Steel Inc. for the operation and maintenance of a rail link be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. Mayor J. Rowswell declared a pecuniary interest - ASI is client of engineering firm. (h) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-170 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the City and Rainone Construction Ltd. for the relocation of Canon Creek as well as an extension to the leachate system at the Municipal Landfill be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (i) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-171 being a by-law to delegate to the Planning Director certain powers under Section 41(13) of the Planning Act be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (j) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-172 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada as represented by the Minister of Labour concerning regional funding under the National Homelessness Initiative Program be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (k) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-173 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 113 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. (Algoma Residential Community Hospice) CARRIED. (l) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-174 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-laws 2005-150 and 2005-151 concerning lands located on the southwest corner of Fourth Line and Brule Road be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. (Algoma Residential Community Hospice) CARRIED. (m) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-176 being a by-law to authorize a contract agreement with the City and Pioneer Construction Ltd. concerning the Trunk Road improvements from Boundary Road to Black Road (Contract 2006-7E) be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. CARRIED. (n) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-177 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 114 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. (Natalie and Gabe Giulietti) CARRIED. (o) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-178 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-laws 2005-150 and 2005-151 concerning lands located at 73 Northern Avenue and further be it resolved that By-law 2006-179 being a by-law to designate the lands located at 73 Northern Avenue as an area of site plan control be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. (Natalie and Gabe Giulietti) CARRIED. (p) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-180 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 115 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. (former Davey Home site) CARRIED. 10. (q) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that By-law 2006-181 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-laws 2005-150 and 2005-151 concerning lands located at 860 Great Northern Road and further be it resolved that By-law 2006-182 being a by-law to designate the lands located at 860 Great Northern Road as an area of site plan control be read three times and passed in Open Council this 24 th day of July, 2006. (former Davey Home site) CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Council suspend provisions in By-law 99-100 dealing with Council’s rules of procedures to allow for completion of the agenda items beyond the 5 hour time limit be approved. CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”John Rowswell” __________ MAYOR __________ ”Donna P. Irving” _________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 08 28 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -163,7 +211,7 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "PRESENT:", "Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, S. Butland, J. Curran, T. Sheehan, B. Hayes, P. Mick, N. DelBianco, L. Turco, D. Amaroso, D. Celetti, F. Manzo, J. Collins", - "OFFICIALS: ", + "OFFICIALS:", "J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, W. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, D. McConnell, J. Luszka, L. Whalen, P. Liepa, R. Roy, R. Tyczinski, F. Coccimiglio, B. Strapp", "Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 08 28 be approved. CARRIED.", "Moved by", @@ -171,19 +219,19 @@ "Seconded by", "Councillor D. Amaroso", "Resolved that By-law 2006-155 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and the Ministry of Transportation concerning funding for connecting links in the City of Sault Ste. Marie be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28th day of August, 2006. CARRIED.", - "Moved By ", + "Moved By", "Councillor J. Curran", "Seconded by", "Councillor D. Amaroso", "Resolved that By-law 2006-175 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28th day of August, 2006. CARRIED.", "Moved by", "Councillor J. Curran", - "Seconded by ", + "Seconded by", "Councillor D. Amaroso", "Resolved that By-law 2006-183 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-laws 2005-150 and 2005-151 being a zoning by-law to remove the Holding provision imposed on certain lands fronting on Sunnyside Beach Road be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28thday of August, 2006. (Sunnyside Beach) CARRIED.", "Moved by", "Councillor J. Curran", - "Seconded by ", + "Seconded by", "Councillor D. Amaroso", "Resolved that By-law 2006-184 being a by-law to authorize the execution of a lease agreement between the City and Canadian Pacific Railway Company for property at the east entrance to the City for the maintenance of the City “Welcome” sign be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28th day of August, 2006. CARRIED.", "Moved by", @@ -220,12 +268,12 @@ "Seconded by", "Councillor D. Amaroso", "Resolved that By-law 2006-190 being a by-law to delete item 1 from Schedule “K” to Traffic By-law 77-200 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28th day of August, 2006. CARRIED.", - "Moved by ", + "Moved by", "Councillor J. Curran", "Seconded by", "Councillor D. Amaroso", "Resolved that By-law 2006-191 being a by-law to amend Cemeteries By-law 99-208 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28th day of August, 2006. CARRIED.", - "Moved by ", + "Moved by", "Councillor J. Curran", "Seconded by", "Councillor D. Amaroso", @@ -239,13 +287,16 @@ "Councillor J. Curran", "Seconded by", "Councillor D. Amaroso", - "Resolved that By-law 2006-194 being a by-law to authorize a licence of occupation between the City and Algoma Weavers Guild to occupy the basement of the Steelton Senior Centre for the purpose of set-up, operation and storage of weaving equipment and materials including looms be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. ", + "Resolved that By-law 2006-194 being a by-law to authorize a licence of occupation between the City and Algoma Weavers Guild to occupy the basement of the Steelton Senior Centre for the purpose of set-up, operation and storage of weaving equipment and materials including looms be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28th day of August, 2006. CARRIED.", "Moved by", "Councillor J. Curran", "Seconded by", "Councillor D. Amaroso", "Resolved that By-law 2006-195 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Totten Sims Hubicki Associates (1997) Limited (“TSH Engineering”) for the design and construction administration for the reconstruction of Bonney Street Sewage Pumping Station be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28th day of August, 2006. CARRIED." - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 08 28 4:30 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, S. Butland, J. Curran, T. Sheehan, B. Hayes, P. Mick, N. DelBianco, L. Turco, D. Amaroso, D. Celetti, F. Manzo, J. Collins OFFICIALS: J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, W. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, D. McConnell, J. Luszka, L. Whalen, P. Liepa, R. Roy, R. Tyczinski, F. Coccimiglio, B. Strapp 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 07 24 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Dorothy Motluck, member of Zonta Service Club was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Zonta Literacy Awareness Month. (b) Rob Mallette, Vice President of Algoma University Student Union was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Shine Week. (c) Ed Dawson and Vittorio D’Aniello were in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(a). (d) Rick Moffatt, R. F. Moffatt Consulting, was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(1)(a). (e) Lisa Devinceno, Albert Giommi, Julie and Joseph D’Agostino, Celeste Berlingieri and Anthony Devincenzo were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(a). 4. (f) Dennis Boston was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(c). (g) Kevin Hogan, Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club was in attendance concerning agenda item 7.(a). (h) Laurie Wissell and Lorena Tridico were in attendance concerning agenda item 7.(c). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 08 28 - Part One - Consent Agenda be approved as recommended, save and except 5.(aa) – tabled to a future Council Meeting. CARRIED. (a) The letter from the resident of 604 Red Pine Drive on behalf of the Red Pine Drive residents syndicate requesting that Council approve a payment plan for the upgrade of the road to minimum municipal standards and then have the road dedicated to the City was received by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report dated August 24, 2006 from the resident of 604 Red Pine Drive on behalf of the Red Pine Drive Syndicate concerning a funding proposal for the upgrade of Red Pine Drive to municipal standards and then dedication of the road to the municipality BE REFERRED to the Finance, Legal and Public Works and Transportation Departments for review and report back to Council. CARRIED. (b) Correspondence from AMO was received by Council. (c) Correspondence from the Municipality of Powassan (concerning current lottery licensing procedures); the City of Kingston (concerning Licensing of multi-tenant housing and Liquor License Act Regulations); the Gordon Cosens Survival Group and Town of Kapuskasing (concerning the future of Northern Ontario’s forest industry); the Municipality of South Bruce (concerning fair funding for small communities in Ontario); the Township of Woolwich (concerning support for Bill 111 with the inclusion of volunteer firefighters); the Town of Smith Falls (concerning the cancellation of reassessments for 2006 and 2007); and Loyalist Township (concerning burning of waste derived fuel in cement kilns) was received by Council. 5. (d) The request for a Special Occasion Permit for an event at a municipal facility was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the following request to hold a Special Occasion Permit event at a municipal facility on the stated dates and times be endorsed by City Council: Sault Area Hospital Foundation Chilifest Roberta Bondar Pavilion September 10, 2006 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CARRIED. (e) Letters from the Minister of Transportation (concerning the provincial gas tax program); the Director General FedNor (concerning funding contributions for development of economic diversification and development strategy - Destiny Sault Ste. Marie); the Premier of Ontario (concerning contaminants on the shore of Sugar Island); and the Ministry of Natural Resources (concerning annual wildlife rabies control operations for 2006) were received by Council. (f) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 08 28 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (g) Committee Travel - 2006 Communities in Bloom National Competition The report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Member Susan Milne be authorized to attend the 2006 Communities in Bloom National Educational Symposium and Awards Ceremony being held in Brandon, Manitoba in September at an estimated cost of $2,105.00. CARRIED. (h) Proposal for Municipal Website Design and Implementation (20061A01) The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. 5. (h) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 08 28 be endorsed and that the proposal for Municipal Website Design and Implementation, required by the Information Technology Division, be accepted as recommended. CARRIED. (i) Tender - Wayfinding Signage for Steelback Centre (2006CB06) The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 08 28 be endorsed and that the tender for Wayfinding Signage, required by Community Services Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (j) Tender for Point of Sale System Hardware - Steelback Centre The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 08 28 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Point of Sale System Hardware, required by the Community Services Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (k) Tender for West Parking Lot - Steelback Centre The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 08 28 be endorsed and that the tender for the construction of the West Parking Lot at the Steelback Centre, required by the Community Services Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (l) Vacant Unit Tax Rebate Program - Commercial and Industrial Properties The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that pursuant to Section 364 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments, under the vacant unit tax rebate program, for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 08 28 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. 5. (m) Property Tax Appeals The report of the Acting City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that pursuant to Section 357 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments for tax accounts outlined on the Acting City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 08 28 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (n) 2005 Municipal Performance Measurement Program The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 08 28 concerning 2005 Municipal Performance Measurement Program be accepted as information. CARRIED. (o) Steelback Centre Financial Update The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 08 28 concerning Steelback Centre Financial Update be accepted and the recommendation that the 2006 allocation of $1,170,000.00 for the arena debt servicing be utilized with $590,000.00 allocated as capital contribution to the project and the remaining $580,000.00 be used to fund building enhancements and equipment not originally included in the budget and further that the revenues of $31,212.00 from the sale of seats and naming plates be allocated to building enhancements and equipment be approved. CARRIED. (p) AMO Recommendation - OMERS Support Fund The report of the Commissioner of Human Resources was accepted by Council. 5. (p) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Human Resources dated 2006 08 28 concerning AMO Recommendation - OMERS Support Fund be accepted and the recommendation that the City support this initiative by AMO and that the estimated annual fee for participation in the amount of $1,700.00 for 2006 be funded from the Labour Relations Account and that estimated funding of $5,000.00 for 2007 and $5,800.00 for 2008 be included in the budgets for 2007 and 2008. CARRIED. (q) Lease of Parkland Park Area to Child Care Algoma The report of the Commissioner of Social Services Department was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-185 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (r) Steelton Senior Citizens Centre - 235 Wellington Street East - Agreement of Occupancy The report of the Supervisor Seniors’ Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-194 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (s) Intake Three – COMRIF The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning dated 2006 08 28 concerning Intake Three COMRIF be accepted and the recommendation that the following program list be approved as the municipality’s submission for COMRIF Intake Three funding submission: 1. Third Line extension - People’s Road to east of Sault Area Hospital entrance $ 7.94M 2. Shannon Road Reconstruction – Queen Street to Trunk Road $ 9.09M 3. Pine Street Extension – Northern Avenue to Second Line $ 2.90M Total: $19.93M be approved. CARRIED. Councillor B. Hayes declared a pecuniary interest - resides on Pine Street. (t) Request for Additional $1.5 Million - Sault Ste. Marie Transportation Corridor The report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning was accepted by Council. 5. (t) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning dated 2006 08 28 concerning Request for Additional $1.5 Million - Sault Ste. Marie Transportation Corridor be accepted as information. CARRIED. (u) Sidewalk on Queen Street Near Pinewood School - Dacey Road to Queensgate Boulevard The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 08 28 concerning Sidewalk on Queen Street near Pinewood School - Dacey Road to Queensgate Boulevard be accepted and the recommendation that local improvement rolls be prepared this fall, and if it is not successfully petitioned against, then the project can be considered for construction in a future capital works budget if given a high enough priority be approved. CARRIED. (v) Connecting Link Funding for the Resurfacing of Trunk Road From Boundary Road to Black Road The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-155 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (w) Devon Road Reconstruction/Farwell Terrace Box Culvert Repairs Engineering Agreement The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-193 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (x) Bonney Street Sewage Pumping Station Engineering Agreement The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-195 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (y) Contract 2006-11E - Bonney Street Sewage Pumping Station Replacement The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-189 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (z) Landfill - Long Term Solid Waste Disposal Environmental Assessment - Consultant Selection The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. 5. (z) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 08 28 concerning Landfill - Long Term Solid Waste Disposal Environmental Assessment - Consultant Selection be accepted and the recommendation that the consulting team of Totten Sims Hubicki Associates/Dillon Consulting be retained to conduct the environmental assessment for long-term solid waste disposal be approved. CARRIED. (aa) Overnight Parking of Recreational Vehicles in Wal-Mart Parking Lot The report of the City Solicitor was received by Council. Mover Councillor T. Sheehan Seconder Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 08 28 concerning Overnight Parking of Recreational Vehicles in Wal-Mart Parking Lot be accepted as information. TABLED TO A FUTURE MEETING. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. (bb) Ontario Municipal Board Forms for Appeals to the Board The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 08 28 concerning Ontario Municipal Board Forms for Appeals to the Board be accepted as information. CARRIED. (cc) Appeal to Ontario Municipal Board - Appeal - Zoning By-law 2006-178 - 73 Northern Avenue The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Whereas Zoning By-law 2006-178 was passed by City Council on July 24, 2006 concerning lands located at 73 Northern Avenue; and Whereas after public notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act an appeal for this by-law, of which a copy is attached to this resolution, was presented to City Council and was duly considered by City Council at its meeting on August 28, 2006; Now therefore be it resolved that application be made to the Ontario Municipal Board to process the appeal. (73 Northern Avenue - Giulietti) CARRIED. (dd) Appeal to Ontario Municipal Board - Appeal - Official Plan By-law 2006-181 and Zoning By-law 2006-182 - Bingo Hall at 860 Great Northern Road The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. 5. (dd) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Whereas Official Plan By-law 2006-180 and Zoning By-law 2006-181 were passed by City Council on July 24, 2006 concerning lands located at 860 Great Northern Road; and Whereas after public notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act an appeal for these by-laws, of which a copy is attached to this resolution, was presented to City Council and was duly considered by City Council at its meeting on August 28, 2006; Now therefore be it resolved that application be made to the Ontario Municipal Board for dismissal of these appeals. (860 Great Northern Road) CARRIED. (ee) Renewal of Lease Between the City and Canadian Pacific Railway Company to Maintain City Welcome Sign The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-184 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (ff) Request From Resident to Purchase All or Part of Pelican Park The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 08 28 concerning Request from Resident to Purchase All or Part of Pelican Park be accepted and the three recommendations contained therein be approved. CARRIED. (gg) Greenbelt Bingo The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 08 28 concerning Greenbelt Bingo be accepted as information and further that City Council request that Greenbelt Bingo give Public Notice in the Sault Star that it will be before City Council on September 11 th seeking approval of the proposed relocation of the bingo hall be approved. CARRIED. (hh) Reduction of Polyethylene Bags in the Waste System The report of the Waste Diversion Supervisor was accepted by Council. 5. (hh) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Waste Diversion Supervisor dated 2006 08 28 concerning Reduction of Polyethylene Bags in the Waste System be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the Proposed Polyethylene Bag Reduction Campaign in principle and authorize the Waste Diversion Supervisor to apply for the maximum funding from Stewardship Ontario be approved. CARRIED. (ii) Amendments to Cemetery By-law 99-208 The report of the Manager Cemeteries was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-191 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (jj) Speed Limit - Allen’s Side Road The report of the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-190 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (kk) PUC Inc. 2006 Second Quarter Shareholder Report The report of the President and C.E.O., PUC Inc. was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the PUC Inc. 2006 Second Quarter Shareholder Report be accepted as information. CARRIED. (ll) Economic Development Fund (EDF) - Projects Committed for Consideration and Under Development Reports of the C.E.O., Economic Development Corporation and Manager of Finance and Audits were accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the reports of the C.E.O., Economic Development Corporation dated 2006 08 18 and the Manager of Finance and Audits dated 2006 08 28 concerning Economic Diversification Fund and Project Committed for Consideration and Under Development be accepted as information and BE REFERRED to the Finance Committee to consider in the context of criteria to be developed and presented to City Council. CARRIED. (mm) The letter from the Deputy Attorney General concerning a streamlining review of the Provincial Offences Act was accepted by Council. (nn) The letter concerning the upcoming Verna Lawrence Appreciation Day being held September 7 th at the Pullar Stadium, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan was accepted by Council. 5. (oo) Soo Thunderbirds Junior “A” Hockey Club The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 08 28 concerning Soo Thunderbirds Junior “A” Hockey Club be accepted and the recommendation that the request for a reprieve of 2005/2006 and 2006/2007 ice rental fees be referred to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, Community Services and Finance Departments for review and report back to Council, be approved. CARRIED. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (1) ADMINISTRATIVE (a) Algoma Steel Tax Appeal - Minutes of Settlement The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-187 and 2006-188 are listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 08 28 concerning Algoma Steel Tax Appeal - Minutes of Settlement be accepted and the recommendation that 1. City Council approve the Minutes of Settlement between the City, MPAC and Algoma Steel for 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 and the proposed assessment for 2007; and 2. City Council request special assistance from the Province of Ontario to fund the municipal share of the Minutes of Settlement be approved. CARRIED. Mayor J. Rowswell declared a pecuniary interest – ASI is a client of Engineering Firm. Councillor P. Mick declared a pecuniary interest – spouse is a retired ASI employee. 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-19-06-Z - 1549 Leigh’s Bay Road - Lisa and Anthony Devincenzo - Request an Amendment to Permit a Hobby Farm The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Planning Application No. A-19-06-Z 1549 Leighs Bay Road be referred back to Planning staff for a further report back to Council regarding possible LIMITED permitted farm uses on a permanent or temporary basis. DEFEATED. Councillor P. Mick declared a pecuniary interest – numerous relatives own property in immediate area of subject property. Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 08 28 concerning Application No. A-19-06-Z – Lisa and Anthony Devincenzo be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council DENY this application be endorsed. CARRIED. Councillor P. Mick declared a pecuniary interest – numerous relatives own property in immediate area of subject property. (b) Application No. A-20-06-Z - City of Sault Ste. Marie - Wind Turbines The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 08 28 concerning Application No. A-20-06-Z - The Corporation of the City of Sault Ste. Marie Wind Turbines be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the proposed amendment to Zoning By-law 2005-150 concerning wind turbines be endorsed. CARRIED. (c) Application No. A-21-06-OP - Dennis and Christine Boston - 1416 Carpin Beach Road - Request to Rezone to Build Single Family Dwelling on a New Lot The report of the Planning Division was received by Council. 6. (6) (c) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 08 28 concerning Application No. A-21-06-OP - Dennis Boston be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve Official Plan Amendment No. 116, subject to the applicants satisfying the requirements of the Chief Building Official, pertaining to building permits for the existing residence and detached garage be endorsed. CARRIED. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Whereas for many years, the Conservation Authority received annual revenue from Sault Trails and Recreation (STAR) for administration and support for cross-country ski trails which pass through Conservation Authority lands; and Whereas these funds have become an important source of revenue for the annual Conservation Authority budget without which existing programs within the mandate of the Authority would have to be reduced; and Whereas the Board acknowledges the importance of keeping all 35 kilometres of the existing ski trails previously managed by STAR intact both for both local skiers and out -of- town skiers; and Whereas the Conservation Authority has accepted a proposal from the Sault Finnish Nordic Ski Club to use the cross-country ski trails which exist on Conservation Authority lands subject to final wording in an agreement to be prepared and subject further to the annual payment to the Conservation Authority of the sum of $7,500.00; and Whereas the Sault Finnish Nordic Ski Club is requesting that the City of Sault Ste. Marie provide financial support to the Ski Club as it does for many other sporting activities locally; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council approves the request of the Sault Finnish Nordic Ski Club and provides a grant of $7,500.00 to be funded in 2006 by the 2006 EDF Fund and further be it resolved that financial assistance to the Ski Club in future years be upon application and based upon the need for such assistance as demonstrated by annual financial statements. CARRIED RECORDED VOTE For: Mayor J. Rowswell, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso Against: Councillors J. Caicco, D. Celetti, J. Collins, B. Hayes, F. Manzo Absent: Nil 7. (b) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Whereas City Council is considering a resolution to provide $7,500.00 as an outright grant to the Sault Finnish Nordic Ski Club; and Whereas the Sault Finnish Nordic Ski Club has been awarded two big groomers and a small groomer plus $30,000.00 as a result of the dissolution of S.T.A.R.; Now therefore be it resolved that the $7,500.00 funding request for the Sault Finnish Nordic Ski Club be provided as a LOAN to the Club. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. (c) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas the residents of Northland Road and area have numerous complaints regarding the buffer along the new transportation corrider; and Whereas the berming was orginally designed with a specific height for the privacy and protection of the neighbouring properties; and Whereas the effectiveness of the berm has been greatly reduced because of the addition of a non-motorized trail which is at a higher elevation than the sidewalk; Now therefore be it resolved that the Engineering staff investigate the concerns of the residents and the desirability of adding a six foot buffer fence to the exiting earth berm between Wellington West and John Street and report back to Council. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas the City, in conjunction with the Algoma Health Unit, is responsible for certain types of nuisance animals such as rats, appearing in residential neighbourhoods; and Whereas complaints of this nature are routinely referred to a licensed pest control company which is contracted annually by the City to deal with such; and Whereas there are many different reasons why and how these animals might be attracted to certain neighbourhoods and many ways of minimizing or avoiding them appearing; and Whereas it would be most beneficial to have both the contractor and officials of Algoma Health Unit report to Council annually on not only the numbers of complaints and pest control visits but also on measures that residents can take to help avoid such problems; Now therefore be it resolved that Algoma Health Unit and the City’s pest control contractor (currently Norwest) be asked to attend the Council meeting of September 11, 2006 and annually thereafter to provide such a report. CARRIED. 7. (e) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Be It Resolved that Council receive the letter and petition from residents of Frontenac Street which outline their request and rationale for their desire and need for city water; Be It Resolved that appropriate City Departments initiate discussions with P.U.C. to outline necessary measures and cost analysis to provide this service to the affected residents of Frontenac Street and report back to Council. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 08 28 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-155 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and the Ministry of Transportation concerning funding for connecting links in the City of Sault Ste. Marie be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved By Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-175 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-183 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-laws 2005-150 and 2005-151 being a zoning by-law to remove the Holding provision imposed on certain lands fronting on Sunnyside Beach Road be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. (Sunnyside Beach) CARRIED. 10. (d) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-184 being a by-law to authorize the execution of a lease agreement between the City and Canadian Pacific Railway Company for property at the east entrance to the City for the maintenance of the City “Welcome” sign be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-185 being a by-law to authorize the execution of a lease agreement between the City and the execution of a lease agreement between the City and Child Care Algoma for the use of a portion of Parkland Park be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-186 being a by-law to appoint inspectors under the Building Code Act and municipal law enforcement officers under the Police Services Act be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-187 being a by-law to authorize the execution of Minutes of Settlement between the City, Algoma Steel Inc., and the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation concerning property assessments for the taxation years 2003 through 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. Mayor J. Rowswell declared a pecuniary interest – ASI is a client of Engineering Firm. Councillor P. Mick declared a pecuniary interest – spouse is a retired ASI employee. (h) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-188 being a by-law to authorize the execution of an agreement between the City, Algoma Steel Inc., and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation concerning the current value assessment for the 2007 taxation year be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (h) Mayor J. Rowswell declared a pecuniary interest – ASI is a client of Engineering Firm. Councillor P. Mick declared a pecuniary interest – spouse is a retired ASI employee. (i) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-189 being a by-law to authorize a contract between the City and Mid-Canada Construction Corporation for the replacement of the Bonney Street sewage pumping station replacement (Contract 2006-11E) be read three times and passed in Open Council this 8 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED (j) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-190 being a by-law to delete item 1 from Schedule “K” to Traffic By-law 77-200 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. (k) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-191 being a by-law to amend Cemeteries By-law 99- 208 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. (l) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-192 being a by-law to authorize the sale of the waterlot abutting 3 McPhail Street be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. (m) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-193 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and STEM Engineering Group Incorporated for the design and construction administration for the reconstruction of Devon Road and for repairs to the box culvert on Farwell Terrace, and to repeal By-law 2006-31 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (n) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-194 being a by-law to authorize a licence of occupation between the City and Algoma Weavers Guild to occupy the basement of the Steelton Senior Centre for the purpose of set-up, operation and storage of weaving equipment and materials including looms be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. (o) Moved by Councillor J. Curran Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that By-law 2006-195 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Totten Sims Hubicki Associates (1997) Limited (“TSH Engineering”) for the design and construction administration for the reconstruction of Bonney Street Sewage Pumping Station be read three times and passed in Open Council this 28 th day of August, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. _________ “Lou Turco”___ ________ ACTING MAYOR _________ _”Donna P. Irving” _________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 09 11 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -257,11 +308,14 @@ "Acting Mayor L. Turco, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso", "ABSENT:", "Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillor B. Hayes", - "OFFICIALS: ", + "OFFICIALS:", "D. Irving, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, W. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, L. McCoy, D. McConnell, D. Elliott, N. Apostle", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 09 11 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT: Acting Mayor L. Turco, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso ABSENT: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillor B. Hayes OFFICIALS: D. Irving, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, W. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, L. McCoy, D. McConnell, D. Elliott, N. Apostle 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 08 28 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Lou St. Jules, Public Relations Officer, Elks Lodge was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Elks and Royal Purple Oncology Van Program Week. (b) Shane Nisbet and Miranda Mayhew, Co-Chairs, United Way were in attendance concerning Proclamation - 2006 United Way Campaign. (c) Lief Kreutzberg was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(p). (d) Robert Dumanksi was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(a). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 09 11 - Part One - Consent Agenda be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO was received by Council. (b) Correspondence from Ontario 911 Advisory Board (concerning a request for financial assistance) was received by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Whereas the Ontario 911 Advisory Board was formed at the request of Ontario municipalities; and Whereas it is now in great need of financial assistance in order to continue to represent ratepayers in the face of ever increasing technological advancement; and Whereas technological advancement and deregulation of the local telephone market makes it necessary to represent municipalities and ratepayers at the Canadian Radio Telecommunication Commission (CRTC) and the CRTC Interconnection Steering Committee (CISC) on a regular basis; Now Therefore be it resolved that the City of Sault Ste. Marie contributes $100.00 to the Ontario 911 Advisory Board in order to allow it to continue to advance a safe delivery of 911 system for police, fire and ambulance emergency services in our municipality and throughout the province. CARRIED. (c) The letter from the Northern Ontario School of Medicine concerning Another 56 Medical Students Join NOSM was received by Council. (d) The request for a Special Occasion Permit for an event at a municipal facility was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the following request to hold a Special Occasion Permit event at a municipal facility on the stated date and times be endorsed by City Council: Roberta Bondar Park Smack Daddy’s Riverfront Riot Wrestling Event September 23 rd from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. CARRIED. 5. (e) Council Travel Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that Councillor Lou Turco be authorized to travel to the (1) AMO Executive MOU Meeting being held in Toronto (one day in October) at a cost of $300.00 to the City; and (2) FONOM Meeting being held in Kirkland Lake (two days in September) at no cost to the City. CARRIED. (f) Tender for Exterior Wall Panel Repairs Phase 2 - Civic Centre The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 09 11 be endorsed and that the tender for the Repair of Exterior Wall Panels at the Civic Centre, required by the Building Services Division, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (g) Tender for Portable Events Floor - Steelback Centre The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 09 11 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and fitting of a Portable Events Floor at the Steelback Centre, required by the Community Services Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (h) Tender for Municipal Mausoleum Expansion - Phase XI The report of the Manager of Purchasing and Acting Manager of Public Works and Transportation Administration was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing and the Acting Manager of Public Works and Transportation Administration dated 2006 09 11 concerning Municipal Mausoleum Phase XI Expansion be accepted and that the tender for the construction of the Municipal Mausoleum Expansion - Phase XI, required by the Cemeteries Division of the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended; and Further that Council approve an amount of $50,000.00 from the Cemetery Reserve Fund for the preparation of the site for future mausoleum phases be approved. CARRIED. 5. (i) Six Month Financial Report The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 09 11 concerning Six Month Financial Report be accepted as information. CARRIED. (j) Day Care - Best Start Program The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-198 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (k) The Sault Ste. Marie Museum - The Old Post Office - Leibert Environmental Unit The report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture dated 2006 09 11 concerning the Sault Ste. Marie Museum - Old Post Office - Leibert Environmental Unit be accepted and the request for a one-time operating grant to replace the Leibert Environmental Unit at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum at an estimated cost of $24,000.00 plus GST with funds to come from the Unforeseen Account be approved. CARRIED. (l) Request for Financial Assistance for National/International Sports Competitions The report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture dated 2006 09 11 concerning Request for Financial Assistance for National/International Sports Competitions be accepted and the recommendation to provide a $200.00 grant to Korrie Young (2006 World Karate Association World Championships) be approved. CARRIED. (m) 2008 Northeastern Ontario Recreation Association Educational Forum The report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. 5. (m) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture dated 2006 09 11 concerning 2008 Northeastern Ontario Recreation Association Educational Forum be accepted as information. CARRIED. (n) Contract 2006-13E - Rosedale Ravine Sewer Extension The report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-197 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (o) Fire Services - Hazmat Trailer The report of the Fire Chief was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Fire Chief dated 2006 09 11 concerning Fire Services - Hazmat Trailer be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the purchase of a trailer from Martin’s Trailer and Accessories at a cost of $12,945.38 including applicable taxes with funds to come from the approved 2006 budget allocation be approved. CARRIED. (p) Overnight Parking of Recreational Vehicles and Camper Units in Commercial Parking Lots The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 09 11 concerning Overnight Parking of Recreational Vehicles and Camper Units in Commercial Parking Lots be accepted as information. CARRIED. (q) Proposed Alien Invasive Species Management Centre - Implementation and Operating Plan The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. The relevant By- law 2006-196 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 09 11 concerning the Proposed Alien Invasive Species Management Centre - Implementation and Operating Plan, be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council authorize an agreement with Metropolitan Knowledge International to prepare an Implementation and Operating Plan for the Proposed Alien Invasive Species Management Centre at a cost not to exceed $70,000.00 be endorsed. CARRIED. 5. (r) Steelback Centre - Memorial Tower Electrical Work and Lighting The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Mover Councillor P. Mick Seconder Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 09 11 concerning Steelback Centre - Memorial Tower Electrical Work and Lighting be accepted and the recommendation that the electrical work and lighting for the Memorial Tower be single sourced to Red Star Electric Ltd. in the amount of $23,000.00 plus GST be approved. CARRIED. (s) The letter from the resident of 27 Partridge Court concerning the waterfront boardwalk was received by Council. Mover Councillor P. Mick Seconder Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the letter from the resident of 27 Partridge Court concerning the waterfront boardwalk BE REFERRED to the Public Works and Transportation, Legal and Engineering Departments for review and report back to Council. CARRIED. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (3) ENGINEERING (a) Five Year Capital Road Reconstruction Plan (2007 - 2011) The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 09 11 concerning the Five Year Capital Road Reconstruction Plan (2007 - 2011) be accepted and the recommendations that: 1) City Council accept this report as a guide for developing the yearly capital roads program over the next five years; 2) Council approve the Capital Road Construction Program for the 2007 construction season; 3) Council approve the Revoked Connecting Link Program for 2007; 4) Engineering Department proceed with local improvement notices for 2007 works; and 6. (3) (a) 5) Engineering return to Council in the near future with a recommendation to retain consulting engineers for design of the works to ensure a timely construction start in the spring of 2007 be approved. CARRIED. 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. 57T-06-506 - Robert Dumanski on behalf of John Dick - 2627 and 2625 Queen Street East - Request to Approve Development of a 19 Lot Subdivision (Single Detached Residential Lots) The report of the Planning Division was received by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that Application No. 57T-06-506 BE DEFERRED for a period of two weeks (meeting of September 25 th ) in order that a neighbourhood meeting can be held. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 09 11 concerning Application No. 57T-06-506 - Robert Dumanski on behalf of John Dick be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the application subject to the 3 conditions contained in the report be endorsed. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas there are unsafe orders pertaining to the vacant apartment building on 206 Cathcart Street; and Whereas there are numerous complaints regarding the condition of the building; and Whereas the building, which sustained fire damage many years ago, has become very unsightly and the residents feel that it is a safety concern to the neighbourhood; Therefore be it resolved that the Legal and Building Departments exercise all aspects of the Building Code to repair the exterior of the building to a safe and accessible level, or demolish the entire building at the owner’s expense. CARRIED. 7. (b) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas a number of intersections in Sault Ste. Marie are most difficult for seniors or physically handicapped to complete the crossing in the time allotted without fear for their safety; Be it resolved that Council request Public Works and Transportation Department to prepare a report on the implementation and cost thereof of “timed intersection crossings” to accommodate these individuals. Note : Kelowna, British Columbia would appear to be an example of the successful implementation of the above. Several members of the Sault Ste. Marie Accessibility Advisory Committee have endorsed the concept and have recommended specific locations, i.e., Northern Avenue/Great Northern Road intersection adjacent to the Cara Community; Bay and East intersection adjacent to numerous seniors’ complexes. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Whereas the process of determining “excavator locate requests” has become a more complex, time-consuming and appears to be now less efficient, and potentially more costly to homeowners or contractors; Be it resolved that the Engineering Department prepare a report on the present policy of determining “locates” for the P.U.C., Public Works and Transportation Department, cable companies, Bell Canada and gas companies; and Further it is anticipated the report would include the following: 1) who is to be called for each locate? Is there a specific time frame within which they respond? 2) is it a local or out-of-town provider for these services? 3) are the “locates” coordinated to prompt, efficient delivery? 4) what role do call centers play in the present process? 5) who pays for the present system? 6) once determined, for what time period is a “locate” valid? 7) outline any present shortcomings with the present system? 8) any issues? Any recommendations? Do we have any authority over the process? 9) the Engineering Department to consult with the Innovation Centre regarding possible solutions to improve service delivery utilizing GIS and GPS technology on mobile devices. CARRIED. 7. (d) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie pays MPAC three quarters of a million dollars a year for various services including assessment and enumeration of electors; and Whereas MPAC has had the task of populating and providing the City of Sault Ste. Marie with the 2006 Preliminary List of Electors; and Whereas MPAC was not able to confirm the Canadian citizenship of 3,600 residents of Sault Ste. Marie which has had the effect of creating an “unknown list”; Now therefore be it resolved that the eligible residents of Sault Ste. Marie be encouraged to look for and to fill out their revision form that the City Clerk’s Department has mailed out and that other appropriate PSA’s occur to try and correct this serious situation; and Further that the costs for undertaking this correction be billed to MPAC. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Whereas the City Councillors in Ward Two have received requests from constituents of Ward Two; Therefore be it resolved that Public Works and Transportation Department be requested to study the impact of putting an advance left turn signal at the corner of Queen and Pine Streets (for westbound traffic on Queen Street turning southbound onto Pine Street). CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas on September 11 th , 2001 all the world was saddened by the tragic loss of life that occurred when terrorists attacked the United States at the World Trade Centre in New York City and Washington DC; and Whereas since these terrible acts caused much suffering and immense losses that occurred on that day for so many victims; and Whereas this is the fifth anniversary of that tragic event; and Whereas each one of us remembers that day in our individual ways, the heroic deeds of so many firefighters, police personnel and citizens; Now therefore be it resolved that the City of Sault Ste. Marie remembers this date September 11 th in honour of those who lost their lives five years ago today; and Further that this resolution be forwarded to our neighbours through the Mayor of the Sault Ste. Marie Michigan City Commission and the State Department of the U.S. Federal Government and the Mayor of New York City Michael Bloomberg on behalf of the residents of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 09 11 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that By-law 2006-196 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Metropolitan Knowledge International for the preparation of an implementation and operating plan for the proposed Alien Invasive Species Management Centre be read three times and passed in Open Council this 11 th day of September, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that By-law 2006-197 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with Harold Phillips Haulage for the Rosedale Ravine Sewer Extension be read three times and passed in Open Council this 11 th day of September, 2006. (Contract 2006-13E) CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that By-law 2006-198 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and The District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board (SSMSSAB) for providing start-up funds to the City (Day Care) for the Best Start Program be read three times and passed in Open Council this 11 th day of September, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”John Rowswell” __________ MAYOR __________ ”Donna P. Irving” _________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 09 25 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -270,11 +324,14 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "PRESENT:", "Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso", - "OFFICIALS: ", + "OFFICIALS:", "J. Fratesi, D. Irving, N. Kenny, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, D. McConnell, W. Eisenbichler, L. Whalen, D. Elliott", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 09 25 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS: J. Fratesi, D. Irving, N. Kenny, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, D. McConnell, W. Eisenbichler, L. Whalen, D. Elliott 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 09 11 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Tracy Willoughby, Director of Services, Children’s Aid Society was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month. (b) Dan Fraser, Fire Prevention Officer was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Fire Prevention Week. (c) Michelle Louber, National Committee Member was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Jer’s Vision Day. (d) Valerie Durnford, Coordinator, VON Algoma Volunteer Hospice Service was in attendance concerning World Hospice and Palliative Care Day October 7 th , 2006. 4. (e) Michael Kachurowski, National Representative, Communications Energy and Paperworkers Union of Canada was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(c). (f) Darryl Bender, Account Manager, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) was in attendance concerning the two-year Assessment Freeze and the impact on how it will affect the City of Sault Ste. Marie operations. (g) Stephen Coulter, Bear Wise Information Officer was in attendance concerning the current bear incidents and situation in Sault Ste. Marie. (h) Robert Dumanski was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(a). (i) Robert Hamlyn, Operator, Nor West Pest Control; and Sherri Cleaves, Director, Environmental Health and Infection Control, AHU were in attendance with a report on pest control in the city. (j) Helen Ross, Project Coordinator, Algoma Residential Community Hospice (ARCH) was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(b). (k) Jim Miller, Sault Trails Advocacy Committee (STAC) was in attendance with an update on the progress of the Committee’s work regarding the Hub Trail. (l) Greg Punch, President, Sault Ste. Marie Economic Development Corporation; and Norm Jaerhling, Sault Ste. Marie Economic Development Consultant were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(8)(b). (m) John Doan was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(y). (n) Dominic Reda was in attendance concerning agenda item 7.(d). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 09 25 - Part One - Consent Agenda be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) The letter from Algoma Health Unit - Environmental Health concerning the Rat Abatement Program for Sault Ste. Marie was received by Council. 5. (b) The letter from the Algoma Residential Community Hospice (ARCH) Project Manager concerning the residential hospice in Sault Ste. Marie was received by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor D. Amaroso Resolved that Council reconfirm its strong commitment to the Algoma Residential Community Hospice (ARCH) for a one-time grant request in the amount of $40,000.00 for building the hospice with funds to come from the 2007 budget allocation. CARRIED. Recorded Vote For: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso Against: Nil Absent: Nil (c) Letters from the National Representative Communications Energy and Paperworkers Union of Canada and from Marc Dube, St. Mary’s Paper Ltd. concerning the forest products industry and strategies for long-term sustainability were received by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Whereas the forest products industry is the second largest contributor to Ontario’s balance of trade recently directly employing 85,000 and many thousands more across the province in supply and service and contributes $2.3 billion in taxes to all levels of government; and Whereas the Ontario Government Ministers Council on Forest Sector Competitiveness recognized the impending crisis in the industry; and Whereas mill closures and reductions in operations have devastated the sustainability of economies in communities across Northern and Eastern Ontario, throwing thousands of forestry workers out of work, threatening the employment of teachers, nurses, retail and civic workers and driving real estate prices into the ground; and Whereas any solution to this crisis requires the input and involvement of all stakeholders; and Whereas Ontario government all party committees have served as a vehicle to solicit input and involve the public in finding solutions; 5. (c) Now therefore be it resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council calls on the Government of Ontario to strike an all party committee of the Ontario Legislature to immediately conduct hearings throughout the province and specifically in impacted communities; and Be it further resolved that the committee be mandated to provide all stakeholders with an opportunity to make presentations. CARRIED. (d) Correspondence from AMO and Algoma District Municipal Association was received by Council. (e) Correspondence from the Township of McKellar (concerning Hydro One emergency calls); Township of Carlow/Mayo (concerning requesting the province permit vehicles owned by municipalities to operate without license plates and be allowed to use coloured diesel fuel); and the Township of Admaston/Bromley (concerning the Ontario Disaster Relief Assistance Program) was received by Council. (f) The letter from Ontario Winter Carnival Bon Soo concerning the annual Fantasy Kingdom event was received by Council. (g) The letter from the Provenzano family thanking the city for the dedication ceremony and monument at Carmen’s Way was received by Council. (h) An article concerning the Northern Ontario Large Urban Mayors (NOLUM) recent meeting about energy prices in Northern Ontario was received by Council. (i) Correspondence requesting a special occasion permit for an event at a municipal facility was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the following request to hold a special occasion permit event at a municipal facility on the stated date and times be endorsed by City Council: Queen Elizabeth “B” Football Field Brody’s Bar and Grill Sir James Dunn Reunion - Tailgate Zone October 7, 2006 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CARRIED. 5. (j) Council Travel Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that Councillor Lou Turco be authorized to travel to (1) Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) Annual Meeting being held in Sudbury (one day in September) at a cost of $300.00 to the City; and (2) AMO Executive Meeting/Board of Directors Meetings being held in Toronto (two days in September) at a cost of $300.00 to the City. CARRIED. (k) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 09 25 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (l) Tender for Ride-On Floor Scrubber - Steelback Centre The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 09 25 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of a Ride-On Floor Scrubber, required by the Community Services Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (m) Tender for Portable Stage - Steelback Centre The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 09 25 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of a Portable Stage, required by the Community Services Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (n) Quotation for Roof Repairs at #2 Station The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. 5. (n) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 09 25 be endorsed and that payment for the supply and installation of new shingles and eavestrough at the #2 Fire Station, required by Fire Services, be made at the low quoted price as recommended. CARRIED. (o) Tender for Grader Blades and Plow Shoes (2006WA20) The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 09 25 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Grader Blades and Plow Shoes, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (p) Long Term Debt Update The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 09 25 concerning Long Term Debt Update be accepted as information. CARRIED. (q) Police Service Proposal The report of the Municipal Accessibility Coordinator was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Municipal Accessibility Coordinator dated 2006 09 05 concerning Police Service Proposal be accepted and the recommendation that Sault Ste. Marie Police Service be allocated $9,518.50 from the Corporate Barrier Removal Budget for the purchase of evacuation equipment for the Police Service building on Second Line be approved. CARRIED. Councillor L. Turco declared a pecuniary interest - spouse employed by Police Service. (r) Community Services Department Steelback Centre Audio Equipment Proposal The report of the Municipal Accessibility Coordinator was accepted by Council. 5. (r) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Municipal Accessibility Coordinator dated 2006 09 05 concerning Community Services Department Steelback Centre Audio Equipment Proposal be accepted and the recommendation that the Community Services Department be allocated $7,306.00 from the Corporate Barrier Removal Budget for the purchase of Audio Equipment at the Steelback Centre be approved. CARRIED. (s) Steelback Centre Grand Opening The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Trevor Zachary, Marketing and Events Manager Steelback Centre was in attendance with a power point presentation. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 09 25 concerning Steelback Centre Grand Opening be accepted as information. CARRIED. (t) Steelton Seniors Centre - Roof Replacement The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 09 25 concerning Steelton Seniors Centre - Roof Replacement be accepted as information. CARRIED. (u) Civic No. 11 Prentice Avenue The report of the Chief Building Official was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Chief Building Official dated 2006 09 25 concerning Civic No. 11 Prentice Avenue be accepted and the recommendation that the Corporation hire the forces necessary to remove the front porch and any debris as well as the abandoned vehicle adding the costs of this action to the taxes of the subject property be approved. CARRIED. (v) 2007 Capital Works Program Consultant Selection The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. 5. (v) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 09 25 concerning 2007 Capital Works Program Consultant Selection be accepted and the recommendation of consultant assignments for 2007 capital works projects as follows: Trunk Road - Black to Wellington - M. R. Wright Associates Bruce Street - Bay to Queen - Wm. R. Walker Engineering Lyon's Ave./Wellington intersection improvements - Elliott Engineering Shannon Road - Queen to Wellington - Kresin Engineering MacDonald Ave. - Pine to Lake - STEM Engineering Inc. Wellington Street - Trunk to East - TSH and Associates be approved. CARRIED. (w) Carmen’s Way - Buffering Landscaping Issues The report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning dated 2006 09 25 concerning Carmen’s Way - Buffering Landscaping Issues be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve tendering to construct fencing along the rear properties that abut the corridor berm be approved. CARRIED. (x) Landfill Gas Flares - Landfill Odor Mitigation The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Director of Engineering Services dated 2006 09 25 concerning Landfill Gas Flares - Landfill Odor Mitigation be accepted and the recommendation that At-Cost Well Drilling be retained to construct an additional 6 to 8 vent flares at the Landfill site at an estimated cost of $80,000.00 with funds to come from the Landfill Site Reserve be approved. CARRIED. (y) Council Resolution of August 28 th Regarding Funding Proposal for the Upgrade of Red Pine Drive The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. 5. (y) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 09 25 concerning Council Resolution of August 28 th Regarding Funding Proposal for the Upgrade of Red Pine Drive be accepted and the recommendation that the Red Pine Drive Syndicate should decide how they wish to bear the cost of upgrading the road amongst the Syndicate members and if the Syndicate does decide to upgrade the road to minimum city standards then the upgraded road can be turned over to the City after which City maintenance and snowplowing would become a municipal responsibility be approved. CARRIED. (z) Pelican Park on Plaintree Drive The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The petition from residents of Plaintree Drive and Pelican Drive neighbourhoods was received by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 09 25 concerning Pelican Park on Plaintree Drive be accepted as information. CARRIED. (aa) Council Resolution Regarding Insurance Premiums and Possible Legislative Changes The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor on joint and several liability be accepted and that Council support the Association of Municipalities of Ontario in its efforts to obtain some relief for municipalities from joint and several liability and that a copy of this resolution be sent to AMO and to the Frank Cowan Company Limited. CARRIED. (bb) By-law 2006-204 - To Provide for 4 th Instalment for Payment of Taxes The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-204 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (cc) A New Deal for Planning in Northern Ontario The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. 5. (cc) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Whereas Northern Ontario communities experience a different social and economic circumstance than other regions of the Province of Ontario; and Whereas the current program of planning policy and legislation adopted by the Province does not appear to recognize our circumstance and economic or growth issues; and Whereas Northern Ontario communities are under extreme challenges and dire forecasts regarding employment and growth for the future; and Whereas Northern Ontario communities desire to work within a positive and supportive planning policy and legislative system in effect in the Province of Ontario; Therefore be it resolved that City Council accepts the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 09 25 concerning a submission to the Minister of Municipal Affairs by Northern Ontario Municipalities and Planning Boards entitled “A New Deal for Planning in Northern Ontario (June) 2006”; and Further resolved that City Council hereby requests the Government of Ontario and the Minister of Municipal Affairs to support Northern Ontario communities in preparing a package of policy and legislation in support of a “New Deal for Planning in Northern Ontario”; and Further that the Government and the Minister commence a series of consultations with representatives from Northern Ontario communities to implement this request, using the “New Deal for Planning in Northern Ontario” document as a starting point for discussions; and Further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) and David Orazietti, M.P.P. Sault Ste. Marie. CARRIED. (dd) Bus Fares for Seniors The report of the Transit Manager was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Transit dated 2006 09 25 concerning Bus Fares for Seniors be accepted and the recommended changes to the current fare structure be approved. CARRIED. (ee) Five-Minute Parking Spots in Front of Queen Street Businesses The report of the Assistant Manager of Transit/Parking was accepted by Council. 5. (ee) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager of Transit/Parking dated 2006 09 14 concerning Five-Minute Parking Spots in Front of Queen Street Businesses be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve a total of 5 locations for five-minute parking zones as recommended by the Downtown Association and that the five-minute parking zones be included as a schedule in the Parking By-law; and Further resolved that staff review the operations of these locations over a two- year period and report back to Council, be approved. CARRIED. (ff) No Parking - Farwell Terrace The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 09 25 concerning No Parking - Farwell Terrace be accepted and the recommendation that the appropriate schedule in the Traffic By-law be amended to include a No Parking Zone along the east side of Farwell Terrace between McLean Court and Second Line West be approved. CARRIED. (gg) Main Library Improvements The report of the Director of Public Libraries was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Director of Public Libraries dated 2006 09 13 concerning Main Library Improvements be accepted and the recommendation that nine pole lights at the front of the Main Library be replaced at an estimated cost of between $25,000.00 and $40,000.00 with funds to come from the Library Reserve for capital improvements be approved. CARRIED. (hh) Contract 2006-14E - Sault Area Hospital Early Works The report of the Design and Construction Engineer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-201 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (ii) The Executive Summary of the Ombudsman entitled “Getting It Right” concerning property assessment was received by Council. (jj) Bondar Marina The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. 5. (jj) Mover Councillor P. Mick Seconder Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 09 25 concerning Bondar Marina be accepted and the recommendation that authorization be granted to undertake the work required to dredge to the appropriate depth on the dock face at the Bondar Marina and that the work be single sourced to Purvis Marine at a cost not to exceed $50,000.00 with funds to come from the 2006 Unforeseen Account be approved. CARRIED. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. 57T-06-506 - Robert Dumanski on behalf of John Dick - 2627 and 2625 Queen Street East - Request to Approve Development of a 19 Lot Subdivision (Single Detached Residential Lots) The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 09 11 concerning Application No. 57T-06-506 - Robert Dumanski on behalf of John Dick be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the application subject to the 3 conditions contained in the report be endorsed. CARRIED. (b) Clergue Park Waterfront Walkway - Project Update The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 09 25 concerning Clergue Park Waterfront Walkway - Project Update be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council: 1) authorize excavation of the demonstration wetland area at a total cost of $115,000.00; and 2) approve $200,000.00 in additional funding from the 2006 Economic Development Fund and that NOHFC be asked to provide an additional $200,000.00 in funding for this project on a matching contribution basis be endorsed. Mayor J. Rowswell and Councillor S. Butland opposed to recommendation #2. CARRIED. 6. (8) BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (a) Economic Development Fund The report of the C.E.O., Economic Development Corporation was received by Council. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the report of the C.E.O., Economic Development Corporation dated 2006 09 13 concerning Economic Development Fund be accepted and the recommended criteria and process for determining the use of the Economic Development Fund be approved. TABLED FOR PUBLIC CONSULTATION. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. (b) Development Sault Ste. Marie - Current Status and Recommendations The report of the President, Economic Development Corporation was received by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor F. Manzo Resolved that agenda item 6.(8)(b) Development Sault Ste. Marie - Current Status and Recommendations BE DEFERRED for two weeks to the October 16 th Council Meeting. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the President, Economic Development Corporation dated 2006 08 30 concerning Development Sault Ste. Marie - Current Status and Recommendations be accepted as information and that the request for $272,650.00 in funding to support the continued operation of Development Sault Ste. Marie as set out in the Division Business Plan be approved with funds to come from the 2006 Economic Development Fund, be approved. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that the report of the President, Economic Development Corporation dated 2006 08 30 concerning Development Sault Ste. Marie - Current Status and Recommendations be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve an increase in the annual core funding provided to the Sault Ste. Marie Economic Development Corporation in the amount of $272,650.00 from the 2007 City Budget to commence in January 2007 to support the continued operations of Development Sault Ste. Marie as set out in the Division Business Plan be approved. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Whereas the construction of the new hospital is going to be starting soon; and Whereas the current hospital site on Sault Ste. Marie’s beautiful waterfront in Ward Two is an ideal location for redevelopment; Now therefore be it resolved that Council endorse holding meetings of the City’s Planning Department, Sault Ste. Marie Economic Development Corporation, Sault Area Hospital, Downtown Association, Downtown Redevelopment players, i.e., IBI and the Ward Two Councillors to discuss the future of the current hospital site property and further that the results of such meetings be reported back to Council. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas Bell Canada has advised neighbours of the Sault Golf Club that it intends to install a 120 foot tall cell phone tower on Golf Club property and conducted a public information session on August 24, 2006; and Whereas there is a serious concern nationwide by neighbours where large cell phone towers are being constructed; and Whereas the concern is as a result of complaints of sickness by individuals living near such towers after they have been installed; and Whereas there is a real fear that such illness is brought on potentially as a result of radiation exposure that is amplified by the existence of such towers; and Whereas municipalities appear to have little, if any, control over the regulation of such towers, given that they are currently regulated by the Federal Government through Industry Canada; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council request that representatives of Bell Canada and Industry Canada, be invited to attend a future City Council meeting to provide assurances to residents, of not only the Golf Club site, but any other current or proposed site, that there are absolutely no health issues associated with the presence of such facilities in residential neighbourhoods. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas the Hub Trail System is a non-motorized trail system that links points of interest in our community and promotes a healthy active lifestyle; and Whereas many volunteers of different trail user groups came together to design and promote the Hub Trail System; 7. (c) Therefore be it resolved that City Council recognize the many volunteer hours that went into the creation of the Hub Trail System; and Also be It resolved that Council recognize the Hub signage as presented as the official signage of the Hub Trail System. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that City Council accept the letter from Dominic Reda of 6 Stevens Street dated September 21, 2006 in which he requests that the City Board of Works continue plowing the laneway behind 6 Stevens Street from Blake Street to the Speedy Muffler location and that it BE REFERRED to the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation for review and report back to Council. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 09 25 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that By-law 2006-201 being a by-law to authorize the execution of the contract agreement between the City and Mid Canada Construction Corporation concerning the Sault Area Hospital Early Works Program be read three times and passed in Open Council this 25 th day of September, 2006. (Contract No. 2006-14E) CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that By-law 2006-202 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 116 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 25 th day of September, 2006. (Dennis Boston) CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that By-law 2006-203 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 25 th day of September, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (d) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that By-law 2006-204 being a by-law to provide for a penalty for non- payment of current taxes and to permit interest to be added to tax arrears be read three times and passed in Open Council this 25 th day of September, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that Council suspend By-law 99-100 dealing with Council’s rules of procedure to allow for completion of this evening’s agenda beyond the 5 hour maximum time. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that this Council shall now go into Caucus to discuss two Labour Relations matters; and Further be it resolved that should the said Caucus meeting be adjourned, Council may reconvene in Caucus prior to the next meeting of Council to discuss the same matter(s). CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”John Rowswell” __________ MAYOR __________ ”Donna P. Irving” _________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 10 16 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -283,11 +340,14 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "PRESENT:", "Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso", - "OFFICIALS: ", + "OFFICIALS:", "J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, D. Bourn, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, J. Dolcetti, D. McConnell, B. Freiburger", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 10 16 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS: J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, D. Bourn, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, J. Dolcetti, D. McConnell, B. Freiburger 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 09 25 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Chris Rous, Chair, Cultural Advisory Board was in attendance to present the 2006 Cultural Advisory Board Community Recognition Awards to Linda Burtch and to Nora Ann Harrison. (b) Gary Vipond, Board Chair Block Parents Sault Ste. Marie was in attendance concerning Proclamation - National Block Parent Week. (c) Dan Fraser and Chris Rous were in attendance concerning Proclamation - Safe Crossing Week. (d) Proclamation - Week of the Survivor. (e) Kelly Rowlinson and Jennifer Parrella, Early Year Professionals, Child Care Algoma were in attendance concerning Proclamation - Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day. 4. (f) Christine Mair, Foster Recruitment Coordinator, Children’s Aid Society was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Canadian Foster Family Week. (g) Proclamation - Canada’s Citizenship Week (h) Miguel Guenther on behalf of Gas Fire Films was in attendance with an update on their activities filming in Sault Ste. Marie. (i) Frank Sarlo was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(a). (j) Gerald Odber was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(b). (k) Udo Rauk, CAO; Candy Mitchell, Chair, Downtown Association; and Jonathan Hack, IBI Group were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(c). (l) Greg Punch, President and Bruce Strapp, CEO, Economic Development Corporation were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(8)(a). (m) Ed Dawson was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(c). (n) John Reda was in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(dd). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 10 16 - Part One - Consent Agenda, [save and except 5.(r) - Tabled] be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO was received by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council supports the position of AMO detailed in a Member Communication dated October 13, 2006 concerning recommendations for implementation of the LCBO Deposit Return; and Further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Minister of the Environment, the Minister of Finance, the Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal, AMO and David Orazietti, M.P.P. Sault Ste. Marie. CARRIED. 5. (b) The letter from the Manager, Columbus Club of Sault Ste. Marie Housing Corporation concerning a crosswalk on Northern Avenue at the Knights of Columbus Hall was received by Council. (c) The letter from the East Pointe Aux Pins Syndicate concerning a request for snow plowing for the 2006/2007 winter was received by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Collins Resolved that the request from the East Pointe Aux Pins Syndicate that Council fund the snow plowing of Red Pine Drive for the 2006-07 winter season at an estimated cost of $4,000.00 - $5,000.00 with funds to come from the Winter Maintenance Budget be approved and further that the matter of upgrading Red Pine Drive and deeding it over to the City and continued winter plowing be further reviewed by City Council after the Syndicate meets in July of 2007. CARRIED. (d) The letter from the Chair, Sault Ste. Marie Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee concerning 2007 funding for the physician recruitment initiative was received by Council. (e) The letter from the Chairs, Stewardship Ontario and Waste Diversion Ontario concerning second quarterly installment payment of 2006 Stewardship Ontario Funding - investing with municipalities in our successful blue box recycling program was received by Council. (f) The letter from the Attorney General concerning an update about initiatives to develop strategies for expediting the resolution of charges under the Provincial Offences Act was received by Council. (g) The letter from the Ontario 911 Advisory Board thanking the City for its recent financial donation was received by Council. (h) The letter from Ontario Heritage Trust concerning the 2006 Young Heritage Leaders Program was received by Council. (i) The request for a Special Occasion Permit for an event at a municipal facility was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the following request to hold a Special Occasion Permit event at a municipal facility on the stated dates and times be endorsed by City Council: Old Stone House Summer Kitchen - Evening in the Summer Kitchen Ermatinger Clergue National Historic Site November 3 and 4, 2006 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. CARRIED. 5. (j) The request from the Downtown Association for a temporary street closing on Queen Street from Spring to Elgin Streets on October 22 nd from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. to allow the filming of footage for a full length feature movie was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-214 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (k) Council Travel Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that Councillor Lou Turco be authorized to travel to an AMO Executive Meeting being held in Toronto (one day in October) at a cost of $300.00 to the City. CARRIED. (l) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 10 16 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (m) Tenders for Equipment - Public Works and Transportation Department The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 10 16 be endorsed and that the tenders for the supply and delivery of various pieces of equipment, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (n) Tender for Parking Lot Snow Removal The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 10 16 be endorsed and that the tender for Snow Plowing and Removal from Municipal Parking Lots during the 2006-2007 winter season, required by the Parking Division, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (o) Mayor and Council Travel Expenses - January 1 to June 30, 2006 The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. 5. (o) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 10 16 concerning Mayor and Council Travel Expenses for the period January 1 to June 30, 2006 be accepted as information. CARRIED. (p) Property Tax Appeals The report of the City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that pursuant to Section 354 and 357 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments for tax accounts outlined on the City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 10 16 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (q) Procedural Resolution - November 27 th Council Meeting Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that pursuant to Procedure By-law 99-100 section 3 (4) that the starting time of the November 27 th Council Meeting be changed from 5:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. CARRIED. (r) 2007 Council Meeting Schedule The report of the City Clerk was received by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the City Clerk dated 2006 10 16 concerning 2007 Council Meeting Schedule be accepted and the recommendation that Council amend Procedure By-law 99-100 as follows: Section 3(1) The regular meetings of Council shall be held at 4:30 p.m. twice per month on Monday afternoons except that for the months of July and August the meetings shall be held once per month, be approved; and Further resolved that Council approve the recommended dates for the 2007 Council Meeting Schedule. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. TABLED TO DECEMBER 11, 2006. (s) By-law No. 2006-181 to Permit a Bingo Hall at 860 Great Northern Road (Former Davey Home) The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. 5. (s) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 10 16 be accepted and that City Council authorize the City Solicitor to contact the Ontario Municipal Board and advise the Board that the City of Sault Ste. Marie no longer wishes to seek approval for By-law 2006-181 be approved. CARRIED. (t) Sault College and Aubrey Falls Investments Ltd - Services Along Northern Avenue East of Pine Street The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-207 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (u) Proposed Licence of Occupation - Steelton Motors The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-216 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (v) Proposed Sale of 271 Wellington Street East The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-211 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (w) Extending the Urban Service Line on Queen Street East of Tamarack Avenue The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-213 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (x) Deeming By-law for Lots 11, 12, 13 and 18 to 23 in the Sharon Hill II Subdivision The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-215 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (y) Request to Lease for One Year City Owned Property at 395 Queen Street West The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 10 16 concerning Request to Lease for One Year City Owned Property at 395 Queen Street West be accepted and the recommendation that Council authorize the lease for one year of 395 Queen Street West to the St. Mary’s River Bridge Company be approved. CARRIED. (z) Proposed Sale of 1776 Carpin Beach Road The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. 5. (z) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 10 16 concerning Proposed Sale of 1776 Carpin Beach Road be accepted and the recommendation that the property be sold to Prpich Forestry and Construction Ltd. for the offered price of $226,019.00 subject to working out the access details and that the appropriate by-law be prepared for a subsequent Council meeting be approved. CARRIED. (aa) Sault Trails Advocacy Committee - 2006 Annual Report The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 10 16 concerning the Sault Trails Advocacy Committee - 2006 Annual Report be received and the recommendation that Council accept this report as information and: 1. Suspend the City’s Cycling Advisory Committee and refer cycling related issues to the Sault Trails Advocacy Committee (STAC); and 2. Authorize the issuance of a Request for Proposals to update the City’s Cycling Master Plan at a total cost not to exceed $45,000.00 with funds to come from the 2007 Capital Construction Program be endorsed. CARRIED. (bb) Accessibility Site Plan Design Guideline The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 10 16 concerning the Accessibility Site Plan Design Guideline be accepted and the recommendation that Council adopt the attached Accessibility Site Plan Design Guideline as proposed be endorsed. CARRIED. (cc) Clergue Park Waterfront Walkway Underground Electrical Works - City Contract 2006-15E The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. The relevant By- law 2006-220 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 10 16 concerning the Clergue Park Waterfront Walkway Underground Electrical Works - City Contract 2006-15E be accepted and the recommendation that City Council award Contract 2006-15E for the Underground Electrical Works associated with the Clergue Park Waterfront Walkway extension to Red Star Electric Ltd. in the amount of $228,840.22 (including GST) be endorsed. CARRIED. 5. (dd) Lane Plowing Behind 6 Stevens Street The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was received by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Resolved that the request from Dominic Reda of 6 Stevens Street that the City Public Works and Transportation continue plowing the laneway behind 6 Stevens Street from Blake Street to the Speedy Muffler location be approved. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 10 16 concerning Lane Plowing Behind 6 Stevens Street be accepted and the recommendation that lane plowing not be continued on this lane be approved. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. (ee) Signalized Pedestrian Crossing on Northern Avenue The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 10 16 concerning Signalized Pedestrian Crossing on Northern Avenue be accepted as information. CARRIED. (ff) Heating and Cooling System Replacement for the Transit Garage at 111 Huron Street The report of the Transit Manager was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Transit Manager dated 2006 10 16 concerning Heating and Cooling System Replacement for the Transit Garage at 111 Huron Street be accepted and the recommendation that the two natural gas fire furnaces at the Transit Garage be replaced at an estimated cost of $30,000.00 with funds to come from the Federal Gas Tax for Transit Funds be approved. CARRIED. (gg) District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board Program Management and Delivery Contracts with the City of Sault Ste. Marie The report of the Executive Assistant, DSSMSSAB was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-206 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (hh) Heritage Properties - Easement Agreements The report of the Manager of Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-217 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (ii) Algoma Steel Assessment Appeal Settlement The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Whereas over the last several decades, Algoma Steel has faced many significant challenges resulting in numerous changes and directions; and Whereas Algoma Steel Inc. continues to be Sault Ste. Marie's largest employer and the Municipal Corporation's largest taxpayer; and Whereas Algoma has always played an important role in the community's life and contributed to many worthwhile projects, as revenues would allow; and Whereas in 2006, Algoma made significant financial contributions to both the Sault Ste. Marie and Area Hospital and the Steelback Centre projects; and Whereas Algoma has recently settled a major assessment appeal involving a substantial refund of its taxes from the municipality; and Whereas Algoma has agreed to receipt of said refund to be paid in installments over several years, interest free to the Corporation; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council expresses its sincerest appreciation to Algoma Steel Inc., not only for its current assistance to the community but for the many generations of assistance that it has provided to Sault Ste. Marie. CARRIED. Mayor J. Rowswell declared a pecuniary interest - Algoma Steel Inc. is a client of engineering firm. Councillor P. Mick declared a pecuniary interest - spouse is a retired employee of Algoma Steel Inc. (jj) The news release from David Orazietti, M.P.P. Sault Ste. Marie concerning $1,186,562.00 in gas tax program funding for the city’s public transit system was received by Council. (kk) Steelback Centre - Video Scoreboard The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-222 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (kk) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Community Services dated 2006 10 16 concerning Steelback Centre - Video Scoreboard be accepted and the recommendation that Council authorize the signing of the Letter of Understanding so that a formal agreement can be entered into and further that staff be authorized to purchase the video portion of the scoreboard as identified in the tender be approved. CARRIED. (ll) Bondar Marina - Dredging The report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning dated 2006 10 16 concerning Bondar Marina - Dredging be accepted as information. CARRIED. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-22-06-Z.OP - Wishart Law Firm LLP on Behalf of 920940 Ontario Inc. and 1309997 Ontario Inc. - 686 Black Road - Request to Amend to Permit a Place of Worship Within the Existing Building on the Subject Property The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 10 16 concerning Application No. A-22-06-Z.OP - Wishart Law Firm LLP on Behalf of 920940 Ontario Inc. and 1309997 Ontario Inc. be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the application subject to the 3 conditions contained in the report be endorsed. CARRIED. Mayor J. Rowswell declared a pecuniary interest - engineering firm donating services to the subject church. 6. (6) (b) Application No. A-23-06-Z - Gerald Odber - 2675 Base Line - Request to Rezone in Order to Permit a Contractor’s Yard of Not More Than 5 Commercial Vehicles to be Located Behind the Existing Garage The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 10 16 concerning Application No. A-23-06-Z - Gerald Odber be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the application to permit a Contractor’s Yard subject to the 6 conditions contained in the report be endorsed. CARRIED. (c) Downtown Development Strategy Update The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 10 16 concerning the Downtown Development Strategy Update be accepted as information and the recommendation that Council authorize staff to further develop for the new Council’s consideration, the 5 actions and their budgetary implications and to report back to Council in early 2007, be endorsed. CARRIED. 6. (8) BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (a) Development Sault Ste. Marie Current Status and Recommendations The report of the CEO, Economic Development Corporation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the CEO, Economic Development Corporation dated 2006 10 11 concerning Development Sault Ste. Marie Interim Financing January 1, 2007 to June 30, 2007 be accepted and the recommendation that City Council support Option #1 for $136,325.00 from the City’s Economic Development Fund for Development Sault Ste. Marie operations from January 1, 2007 to June 30, 2007 or until City Council has deliberated on SSMEDC’s request at the 2007 Budget be approved. CARRIED. 6. (8) (a) Recorded Vote For: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, B. Hayes, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso Against: Councillors J. Caicco, D. Celetti, S. Butland, F. Manzo Absent: Nil 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas there have been accidents and many near misses on Northern Avenue in front of the Zellers Plaza; and Whereas residents and retail owners in the area have requested a safe crossing between the Knights of Columbus Towers and retail businesses, specifically the Zellers Plaza; Therefore be it resolved that the Public Works and Transportation Department, the Accessibility Advisory Committee and the Ministry of Transportation make recommendations so a safer crossing can be achieved in that location. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Whereas the Federal government recently announced spending cuts totalling about $1 billion annually, which cuts include the elimination of GST rebates to foreign tourists; and Whereas the elimination of these rebates will negatively impact the Ontario Tourism Industry at a point in time when the industry can least absorb it; and Whereas the Ontario Chamber of Commerce takes the position that tourism should be treated as an “export industry”, one that should be GST exempt; and Whereas exempting exports from consumption taxes, such as GST, is consistent with global taxation policies which contribute to export promotion of goods and services in Canada; and Whereas many of Canada’s international competitors have such a tax rebate program and provide comsumption tax exemption for exports; and Whereas the Ontario tourism and travel related industries contribute more than $20 billion dollars to Ontario’s GDP (roughly 4% of Ontario’s economy, based on 2004 figures), accounting for in excess of 300,000 jobs and contributing in excess of $9 billion in taxes to all three levels of government; and Whereas the GST rebate has traditionally been marketed by the Ontario tourism industry as an incentive to attract foreign visitors; 7. (b) Now therefore be it resolved that City Council urges the Federal Minister of Finance and the Federal government to consider reinstating the GST Tourism Rebate Program as an important tool for the recovery of the vital local, provincial and national tourism industries and further that copies of this resolution be sent to the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce; Ontario Chamber of Commerce; the Ontario Minister of Tourism; Tony Martin, Sault Ste. Marie M.P.; Brent St. Denis, Algoma Manitoulin M.P.; and David Orazietti, Provincial M.P.P. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 10 16 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-199 being a by-law to appoint Peter Liepa as Tax Collector be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-205 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-206 being a by-law to authorize agreements between the City and the District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board for the following agreements: (i) Financial and Accounting Services; (ii) Community Child Care Services; (iii) Ontario Works Services be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (d) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-207 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between Aubrey Falls Investments Ltd., Sault College of Applied Arts and Technology and the City for the resolution of servicing costs on Northern Avenue east of Pine Street be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-209 being a by-law to amend Schedule “D” to Traffic By-law 77-200 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-210 being a by-law to amend Schedule “A” to Traffic By-law 77-200 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-211 being a by-law to authorize the sale of 271 Wellington Street East to James Perkins and to repeal By-law 2005-19 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-213 being a by-law to authorize the Legal Department to make application to the Ontario Municipal Board for an amendment to the urban service line be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (i) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-214 being a by-law to permit the temporary closing of Queen Street from Spring Street to Elgin Street to facilitate the filming footage for a movie be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (j) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-215 being a by-law to deem not registered for purposes of subdivision control certain lots in the Sharon Hill II Subdivision be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (k) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-216 being a by-law to authorize a Licence of Occupation between the City and 1187846 Ontario Limited (Steelton Motors) to utilize a portion of the City’s property at 372 Wellington Street West for the purpose of displaying vehicles be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (l) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-217 being a by-law to acquire easements for various Heritage Properties and ensure their conservation be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (m) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-218 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 117 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (n) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-219 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-law 2005-151 concerning lands located at 686 Black Road be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (o) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-220 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Red Star Electric Ltd. for the provision of underground electrical works for the waterfront walkway extension be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (p) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-221 being a by-law to authorize the disposal of surplus City property abutting 601 Maki Road be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (q) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that By-law 2006-222 being a by-law to authorize a Letter of Understanding between the City, Royal Bank of Canada and Pino’s Get Fresh for the purpose of securing financing for a video scoreboard at the Steelback Centre be read three times and passed in Open Council this 16 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. _________________________________ MAYOR _________________________________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 10 30 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -296,11 +356,14 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "PRESENT:", "Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso", - "OFFICIALS: ", + "OFFICIALS:", "D. Irving, L. Bottos, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, D. McConnell, L. McCoy, D. Elliott, P. McAuley, L. Whalen", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 10 30 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS: D. Irving, L. Bottos, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, D. McConnell, L. McCoy, D. Elliott, P. McAuley, L. Whalen 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 10 16 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Joanne Elvy, Director Sault Program for English Language Learning was in attendance concerning Proclamation - English as a Second Language. (b) Brian Tremblay Photographer was in attendance to present a photo of the Opening Game at the new Steelback Centre to City Council. (c) Gord Acton, John Pistor, Mary Ann MacArthur and Scott Reid were in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(5)(a). (d) Ron Frolich was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(a). (e) Bob Paciocco was in attendance concerning agenda item 6.(6)(b). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 10 30 - Part One - Consent Agenda, [save and except 5.(j) - TABLED] be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO and OGRA was received by Council. (b) Correspondence from the Municipality of Port Colborne (concerning MPAC operations); the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (concerning moratorium on post office closures and rural delivery) was received by Council. (c) Correspondence from OLG advising that the quarterly payment of the 5% allocation from July 1, 2006 to September 30, 2006 is $386,201.00 was received by Council. (d) Letters from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing in response to a Council resolution and report concerning A New Deal for Planning in Northern Ontario and concerning the Residential Tenancies Act 2006 and a letter from the Minister of Transportation concerning the Bridge Management System were received by Council. (e) The letter from the Co-Chairs of the Stake Out celebration thanking the city for its assistance in this very successful event to raise funds for the new Sault Area Hospital was received by Council. (f) The letter from the Events Manager, Rotary Club of Sault Ste. Marie concerning 2007 Rotaryfest and the report from the Planning Division were received by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that City Council approves the use of Clergue Park and the old A. B. McLean site (July 14 to 22, 2007) and the Civic Centre north and south parking lots and green space (July 20 evening and July 21, 2007) and Civic Centre ramp (July 21, 2007) for 2007 Rotaryfest The Sault’s Summer Festival activities. CARRIED. 5. (g) Council Travel Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that Mayor John Rowswell be authorized to travel in November 2006 to attend the Ontario Waterpower Association’s Conference, “The Power of Water” in Huntsville and the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers Awards Program in Toronto at an estimated cost of $2,300.00. CARRIED. (h) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Office dated 2006 10 30 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (i) Tender for Alucobond Sign Material The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 10 30 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Alucobond Sign Material, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (j) Tender for Stackable Chairs - Steelback Centre The report of the Manager of Purchasing was received by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 10 30 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Stackable Chairs, required by the Community Services Department, be awarded as recommended. (TABLED FOR A FURTHER STAFF REPORT) OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. (k) Proposal for Heating and Cooling System Replacement - Transit Garage The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. 5. (k) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 10 30 be endorsed and that the Proposal for Heating and Cooling System Replacement - Transit Garage, required by the Transit Division of the Public Works and Transportation Department, be accepted as recommended. CARRIED. (l) Tender for Global Positioning System (G.P.S.) for Automatic Vehicle Location (A.V.L.) Reports of the Manager of Purchasing and the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation were accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the reports of the Manager of Purchasing and the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 10 30 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and installation of a Global Positioning System for Automatic Vehicle Location (G.P.S./A.V.L.), required by the Public Works and Transportation Department, be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (m) Vacant Unit Tax Rebate Program - Commercial and Industrial Properties The report of the City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that pursuant to Section 364 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments, under the vacant unit tax rebate program, for tax accounts outlined on the City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 10 30 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (n) Property Tax Appeals The report of the City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that pursuant to Section 357 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the adjustments for tax accounts outlined on the City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 10 30 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (o) Study to Review Options for PUC Distribution Company The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. 5. (o) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 10 30 concerning Study to Review Options for PUC Distribution Company be accepted as information. CARRIED. (p) 2007 Appointments to Boards and Committees The report of Mayor John Rowswell and the report of the City Clerk were received by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the City Clerk dated 2006 10 30 concerning 2007 Appointments to Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority be accepted as information. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that consent agenda item 5.(p) regarding Conservation appointments BE DEFERRED to the new 2007 City Council for their review. DEFEATED. Recorded Vote For: Councillors P. Mick, L. Turco, D. Celetti, F. Manzo, D. Amaroso Against: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, N. DelBianco Absent: Nil Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Resolved that the City Clerk be authorized to advertise for citizen applications for all 2007 boards and committees except FOI and DSSABB. CARRIED. (q) Sault North Stars Agreement The report of the Commissioner of Community Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-232 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (r) Engineering Services - Waste Management - Environmental Assessment - Solid Waste Disposal - Engineering Agreement The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-212 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (s) Ontario Fire Services Grant Projects The report of the Fire Chief was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Fire Chief dated 2006 10 25 concerning Ontario Fire Services Grant Projects be accepted and the recommendation that Council authorize the Future Projects detailed in the report at an estimated total cost of $73,285.62 with funds to come from the Fire Services Grant reserve be approved. CARRIED. (t) Minor Amendment to Signs By-law 2005-166 - Required Setbacks for Advertising Signs in a Highway Zone The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 10 30 concerning Minor Amendment to Signs By-law 2005-166 - Required Setbacks for Advertising Signs in a Highway Zone be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council instruct the Legal Department to draft an amending By-law to the Signs By-law 2005-166 for City Council’s consideration. The amendment will apply to the advertising sign regulations for the “HZ” (Highway Zone) and be based upon the 2 conditions contained in the report be endorsed. CARRIED. (u) City of Sault Ste. Marie’s Recycling Program The report of the Waste Diversion Supervisor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Waste Diversion Supervisor dated 2006 10 30 concerning City of Sault Ste. Marie Recycling Program be accepted as information. CARRIED. (v) Greenview Lane Park The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. 5. (v) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 10 30 concerning Greenview Lane Park be accepted as information. CARRIED. (w) Winter Maintenance of Red Rock Road (Maki Road) The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 10 30 concerning Winter Maintenance of Red Rock Road (Maki Road) be accepted and the recommendation that the City assume the portion of Maki Road/Red Rock Road within the city limit as a municipally maintained road subject to an agreement with Brookfield Power on an annual contribution of the approximate winter maintenance costs be approved. CARRIED. (x) Main Power Supply Replacement - Sackville Garage The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 10 30 concerning Main Power Supply Replacement - Sackville Garage be accepted and the recommendation that the tender for the electrical service upgrade for the Public Works Garage at 128 Sackville Road be awarded to S & T Electrical for a total cost of $64,291.00 plus GST be approved. CARRIED. (y) Appointment of External Auditors The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-233 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (5) LEGAL (a) Proposed Relocation of Bingo Hall from Black Road to 455 Albert Street West The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Whereas there is a proposal for the relocation of Greenbelt Bingo from Black Road to 455 Albert Street West; and Whereas there are objections from neighbours and businesses within the area; and Whereas Council may hold a public meeting to obtain further information upon which to base its decision and to allow the applicant and respondents to outline their position in a public forum; Now therefore be it resolved that the matter BE DEFERRED to the new year when a new Council will have more input to make an informed decision. DEFEATED. Councillor B. Hayes declared a pecuniary interest - employed by Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. Recorded Vote For: Councillors L. Turco, D. Celetti, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco Against: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, D. Amaroso Absent: Nil 6. (5) (a) Moved by Councillor J. Collins Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 10 30 concerning Proposed Relocation of Greenbelt Bingo from Black Road to 455 Albert Street West be accepted as information; and Further resolved that City Council approves the relocation of Greenbelt Bingo Hall within the city limits from its current location on Black Road to a new location at 455 Albert Street West for a 12-month period conditional upon no access being taken to and from Carmen’s Way and Queen Street West be approved subject to site plan control. CARRIED. Councillor B. Hayes declared a pecuniary interest - employed by Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. Recorded Vote For: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, D. Amaroso Against: Councillors L. Turco, D. Celetti, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco Absent: Nil 6. (6) PLANNING (a) Application No. A-26-06-OP - Ron Frolich - 1476 Third Line West - Request to Amend to Create a New Rural Lot for Residential Purposes The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 10 30 concerning A-26-06-OP - Ron Frolich be accepted and the recommendation that City Council approve Official Plan Amendment 118, which permits, by way of a notwithstanding clause, the severance of the subject property for one additional residential lot be endorsed. CARRIED. (b) Application No. A-24-06-Z (Area 1) - Antonio Ruscio - 1159 and 1171 Trunk Road - Request to Rezone to PermIt a Number of Additional General Commercial Uses and Application No. A-25-06-Z (Area 2) - Major Contracting (Algoma) Limited - 1159 and 1171 Trunk Road - Request to Rezone to Permit The Creation of 8 Lots for Single Detached Residential Purposes The report of the Planning Division was accepted by Council. 6. (6) (b) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that the report of the Planning Division dated 2006 10 30 concerning A-24-06-Z (Area 1) - Antonio Ruscio and Application A-25-06-Z (Area 2) - Major Contracting be accepted and the Planning Director’s recommendation that City Council approve the amendments to Special Exception 62 to permit additional uses on the commercial property and rezone the residential property from “R-4” (Medium Density Residential) to “R-2” (single Detached Residential) subject to the 1 condition contained in the report be endorsed. CARRIED. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor P. Mick Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Whereas money ($100,000.00) was dedicated as the city’s share of a skateboard park in 2004; and Whereas at a recent Youth Council Forum, several young people had many questions concerning a skateboard park; and Whereas they asked how Council could expedite a park becoming a reality; and Whereas our young people have asked and deserve our guidance and assistance; Therefore be it resolved that Council requests a report from appropriate staff on the dedicated funding, how matching funds can be levered, how smaller communities such as Blind River and Massey were able to accommodate their youth with skateboard parks and the possibilities of building more than one park and/or an indoor park. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Whereas the Sault Canal is a National Historic Site operated through Parks Canada and is a major tourist attraction in Sault Ste. Marie; and Whereas there are significant capital improvements needed, such as road repairs, landscaping and repairs to the west entrance approach lock wall, which has been cordoned off for safety concerns for many years; Therefore be it resolved that Tony Martin, Sault Ste. Marie M.P. be requested to approach Parks Canada to seriously consider providing the proper funds so that the much needed capital work can be carried out; and That a copy of this resolution be provided to the Historic Sites Board, Parks Canada and our M.P. Tony Martin. CARRIED. 7. (c) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Resolved that agenda item 7.(c) regarding a petition concerning Conservation Authority BE DEFERRED to the new City Council of 2007. DEFEATED. Recorded Vote For: Councillors P. Mick, L. Turco, D. Celetti, F. Manzo, D. Amaroso Against: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, N. DelBianco Absent: Nil Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor N. DelBianco Be it resolved that Council receive the petition regarding the Conservation Authority; and Be it further resolved that this Council recommend to the newly elected Council that a committee be struck comprised of Council, appropriate staff, Conservation Authority representative(s) and whomever else may be deemed appropriate to examine the following: - the evolved mandate of the Conservation Authority - other municipalities/jurisdictions in Ontario who operate without an Authority - most recent policies/legislation impacting the mandate of the Authority - evaluate other successful Authority operations - potential negative impacts of dissolving the Authority - any other considerations as determined by the committee or the public at large. CARRIED. Recorded Vote For: Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, J. Curran, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso Against: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors L. Turco, D. Celetti, F. Manzo Absent: Nil 7. (d) Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas there are properties in the community that are considered to be a “chronic eyesore”; and Whereas the City and Council receive complaints from time to time about said properties; Therefore be it resolved that it is recommended to the new Council that they request the City Solicitor to report about potential recommendations to update existing bylaws that deal with these chronic properties in the hopes of expediating permanent remedial action. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor L. Turco Whereas the condo owners of 711 Bay Street support the extension of the boardwalk and anticipate the completion of it; and Whereas the city is in the process of installing an asphalt path that links the Santa Maria apartment building on 4 East Street to the boardwalk extension; and Whereas the condo owners of 711 Bay Street have a similar problem with access to the boardwalk extension; Therefore be it resolved that the city link the condo complex at 711 Bay Street to the boardwalk extension as set out by the site visit with Mr. McConnell and the condo board representatives of 711 Bay Street at a cost not to exceed $2,500.00. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Be it resolved that the Algoma Health Unit transfer results of water quality tests on Frontenac Street wells to the Ministry of Environment so that appropriate steps (i.e., hydrogeological study) can be taken to determine any root cause(s) of isolated well contamination. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Be it resolved that the petition received by residents of Queensgate Boulevard regarding a possible cul-de-sac at the north end of this roadway be forwarded to Public Works and Transportation for consideration and report back to Council. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 10 30 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-200 being a by-law to amend the TEXT to Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-law 2005-150 concerning Wind Turbines in the City of Sault Ste. Marie be read three times and passed in Open Council this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-208 being a by-law to amend the TEXT of Traffic By- law 77-200 to add a provision for five-minute parking spots be read three times and passed in Open Council this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-212 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and Totten Sims Hubicki & Dillon Associates for engineering services for long term solid waste disposal and to provide annual engineering services for the landfill be read three times and passed in Open Council this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-223 being a by-law to amend Schedule B to Traffic By-law 77-200 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-224 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and the Sault Ste. Marie Professional Firefighters Association (Local 529) be read three times and passed in Open Council this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (f) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-225 being a by-law to authorize an agreement under the National Homelessness Initiative Program between the City and Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Labour be read three times and passed in Open Council this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-226 being a by-law to authorize the construction of sanitary sewer, private drain connection and Class “A” Pavement on Shannon Road from Queen Street to Margaret Street under Section 3 of the Municipal Act, 2001, Ontario Regulation 119/03 be read a First and Second time this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-227 being a by-law to authorize the construction of sanitary sewer, private drain connection and Class “A” Pavement on Shannon Road from Margaret Street to Wellington Street under Section 3 of the Municipal Act, 2001, Ontario Regulation 119/03 be read a First and Second time this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (i) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-228 being a by-law to authorize the construction of sanitary sewer and private drain connection and Class “A” Pavement on McDonald Avenue from Pine Street to Lake Street under Section 3 of the Municipal Act, 2001, Ontario Regulation 119/03 be read a First and Second time this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (j) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-229 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 118 to the Official Plan be read three times and passed in Open Council this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (k) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-230 being a by-law to assume for public use and establish as a public street the road allowance described as Lot 106, Registrar’s Compiled Plan H-714, Rankin Location and Part 1 on Plan 1R-11117 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (l) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-231 being a by-law to stop up, close and authorize the conveyance of a road allowance described as Lot 106, Registrar’s Compiled Plan H-714, Rankin Location and Part 1 on Plan 1R-11117 be read a First and Second time this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (m) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-232 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and The Sault Ste. Marie North Stars AAA Midget Hockey Club for the temporary use of the single level football dressing room at the John Rhodes Community Centre be read three times and passed in Open Council this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. (n) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that By-law 2006-233 being a by-law to appoint a municipal auditor pursuant to Section 296 of the Municipal Act, 2001 for a five-year period commencing with the fiscal year ending December 31 st , 2006 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 30 th day of October, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor N. DelBianco Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. _________ ”John Rowswell” ___________ MAYOR _________ ”Donna P. Irving” __________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 11 27 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -310,11 +373,14 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "PRESENT:", "Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso", - "OFFICIALS: ", + "OFFICIALS:", "J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, B. Strapp", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 11 27 4:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, P. Mick, L. Turco, J. Curran, D. Celetti, J. Collins, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, B. Hayes, F. Manzo, N. DelBianco, D. Amaroso OFFICIALS: J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, J. Dolcetti, B. Strapp 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by - Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by - Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 10 30 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Iris Bertrand, Community Education and Prevention Worker, Access Aids Network was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Aids Awareness Week. PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 11 27 - Part One - Consent Agenda [save and except 5.(b) - Officially Read Not Dealt With] be approved as recommended. CARRIED. 5. (a) The letter from Duane Jones, Ward 5 municipal election candidate requesting that Council authorize a recount of the Ward 5 ballots was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that pursuant to Section 57 of the Municipal Elections Act 1996, Council hereby requires a recount for the November 13, 2006 election votes cast for the candidates for Ward 5 Councillor who received the second and third highest number of votes, specifically the candidates are Frank Fata and Duane Jones, and further that this recount be conducted on Thursday, November 30, 2006 commencing at 9:00 a.m. in the Biggings Room, Civic Centre, be approved. CARRIED. (b) The letter from the resident of 1549 Leigh’s Bay Road concerning a request for temporary approval to keep horses at 1549 Leigh’s Bay Road until the end of June 2007 was received by Council. Correspondence from two nearby property owners on Leigh’s Bay Road was also received by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the letter dated November 16, 2006 from Lisa Devincenzo regarding 1549 Leigh’s Bay Road and her request to be heard by Council BE DEFERRED to the new Council to be dealt with on December 11 th , 2006, provided that a resolution to do so is presented at that time by two members of the new Council and passed by a majority; and Further that should the new Council wish to hear from Ms. Devincenzo, that they do so at the Council Meeting of January 15 th , 2007 and that all interested parties who attended the original rezoning application be notified and be given an opportunity to be heard as well. (Mover and Seconder removed their names from motion) OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. (c) Correspondence from AMO and OGRA was received by Council. (d) Correspondence from the City of Niagara Falls (concerning Bill 111 Workplace Safety and Insurance Amendment Act); the County of Prince Edward (concerning freezing the levy to MPAC at 2006 rates) was received by Council. (e) The request for a temporary street closing on Queen Street and Simpson Street in conjunction with the 2006 Rotary Santa Claus Parade being held Saturday, December 2 nd , 2006 was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-245 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (f) Letters from the Minister of Transportation (concerning gas tax funding for public transit); the Federal Minister of Finance (in response to a Council resolution concerning the federal/provincial fiscal imbalance); the Deputy Minister of Northern Development and Mines (concerning two senior staff changes); the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (concerning congratulations to Mayor Rowswell and Councillors on re-election); and the Premier of Ontario (concerning the LCBO deposit return system) were received by Council. (g) The letter from Algoma University College thanking the city for placing directional university and college signs around the city was received by Council. (h) Correspondence concerning the President and C.E.O., Algoma Steel Inc. receiving the Ontario Professional Engineers Award 2006 was received by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that Sault Ste. Marie City Council expresses its sincere congratulations to Denis Turcotte, P. Eng., President and Chief Executive Officer, Algoma Steel Inc. on the occasion of his receiving the 2006 Ontario Professional Engineers Award ‘The Engineering Medal - Management’ and for his being named the Canadian Business Magazine ‘Top C.E.O. in 2006’ in recognition of his very successful management of Algoma Steel Inc. since 2002. CARRIED. (i) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 10 30 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (j) Tenders for Automotive Supplies and Tire Services The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 11 27 be endorsed and that the tenders for the supply of Automotive Supplies and Tire Services, required by the various City Departments and cooperatively PUC Services Inc. for the year 2007 be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. 5. (k) Tender for One (1) Utility Step Van as Part of Equipment - Public Works and Transportation Department A report of the Manager of Purchasing is attached for the consideration of Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 11 27 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of One (1) Utility Step Van, required by the Public Works and Transportation Department be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (l) Property Tax Appeals The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that pursuant to Section 357 of the Municipal Act 2001, the adjustments for tax accounts outlined on the City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 11 27 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (m) Vacant Unit Tax Rebate Program - Commercial and Industrial Properties The report of the City Tax Collector was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that pursuant to Section 364 of the Municipal Act 2001, the adjustments, under the vacant unit tax rebate program, for tax accounts outlined on the City Tax Collector’s report of 2006 11 27 be approved and the tax records be amended accordingly. CARRIED. (n) Fire Association Correspondence November 8, 2006 The report of the Commissioner of Human Resources was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Human Resources dated 2006 11 27 concerning Fire Association Correspondence November 8, 2006 be accepted as information. CARRIED. (o) Agreement With Canadian Red Cross for Emergency Social Services The report of the Commissioner of Social Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-238 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (p) National Communities in Bloom Competition The report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager, Recreation and Culture dated 2007 11 27 concerning National Communities in Bloom Competition be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve an application to Services Canada to hire an administrative assistant to provide support for the 2007 Communities in Bloom National Competition be approved. CARRIED. (q) 965 Leigh’s Bay Road - Property Standards The report of the Chief Building Official was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that the report of the Chief Building Official/Property Standards Officer dated 2006 11 27 concerning civic number 965 Leigh’s Bay Road be accepted and the recommendation that the corporation hire the forces necessary to remove the inoperative vehicles, automobile parts and debris throughout the property adding the costs of this action to the taxes of the subject property be approved. CARRIED. (r) Engineering Services - Design of Trunk Road - Black Road to Wellington Street The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-242 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (s) Engineering Services - Bruce Street, Queen Street to Bay Street The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-241 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (t) Designated Fire Route at Steelback Centre - 269 Queen Street East The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-240 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (u) City Purchase From Acciavatti - 156 Black Road The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-244 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (v) PUC Inc. 2006 Third Quarter Shareholder Report The report of the President and C.E.O., PUC Inc. was accepted by Council. 5. (v) Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the President and C.E.O., PUC Inc. dated 2006 10 20 concerning 2006 Third Quarter Shareholder Report be accepted as information. CARRIED. (w) The letter from James Loney thanking the City for its support during his captivity was received by Council. (x) Council Travel Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the Councillor Lou Turco be authorized to travel to (1) an AMO MOU meeting being held in Toronto (one day in December) at a cost of $300.00 to the City; (2) an AMO Executive meeting being held in Toronto (one day in December) at a cost of $300.00 to the City; and (3) a Northern Ontario School of Medicine meeting being held in Sudbury (two days in December) at no cost the City. CARRIED. (y) December Council Meeting Schedule The report of the City Clerk was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconder Councillor J. Collins Resolved that Council shall meet on December 11 th , 2006 at 3:30 p.m. to discuss the process and policy for making 2007 appointments to boards and committees. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconder Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that the report of the City Clerk dated 2006 11 27 concerning December Council Meeting Schedule be accepted as information. CARRIED. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Whereas there appears to be very nearly unanimous consensus that the Memorial Tower light be lit at the Steelback Centre on a continual daily basis; Be it resolved that Council instruct the Commissioner of Community Services to initiate a “dusk to dawn” policy as soon as practically possible. CARRIED. 7. (b) Notice of Motion Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Whereas Council has commissioned an all-encompassing, phased-in study to evaluate in a systematic manner the economic potential for Sault Ste. Marie to become a transportation corridor to the U.S.A. by land, sea and air; and Whereas this study is to recommend strategies to pursue the economic benefits of this initiative; and Whereas the first phase of the study will be tabled in early 2007; and Whereas Council approved the $550,000.00 expenditure which hopefully will provide a definitive blueprint to follow in this exercise; Be it resolved that Council not approve any further interim expenditures on the air cargo, multi/intermodal initiative until such time as the study results are tabled for Council’s consideration; and Be it further resolved that Council request of the Economic Development Corporation Board to adopt a similar policy. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 11 27 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that By-law 2006-231 being a by-law to stop up, close and authorize the conveyance of a road allowance described as Lot 106, Registrar’s Compiled Plan H-714, Rankin Location and Part 1 on Plan IR-11117 be read a third time in Open Council this 27 th day of November, 2006 after notice thereof had been published once a week for two consecutive weeks and after Council had met to hear every person who claims that his or her land will be prejudicially affected by the by-law and who had applied to be heard. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that By-law 2006-235 being a by-law to assume for public use and establish as public streets various parcels of land conveyed to the City be read three times and passed in Open Council this 27 th day of November, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (c) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that By-law 2006-236 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce the by-laws on various properties and to amend Schedule “A” to By-law 90-305 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 27 th day of November, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that By-law 2006-237 being a by-law to amend Sault Ste. Marie Zoning By-laws 2005-150 and 2005-151 concerning lands located at 1159 and 1171 Trunk Road be read three times and passed in Open Council this 27 th day of November, 2006. (Ruscio) CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that By-law 2006-238 being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the City and The Canadian Red Cross for Emergency Social Services be read three times and passed in Open Council this 27 th day of November, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that By-law 2006-239 being a by-law to authorize a Letter of Agreement with the City and Her Majesty the Queen as represented by the Minister of Transportation for funding provided by the province to the municipality under the Dedicated Gas Tax funds for public transit be read three times and passed in Open Council this 27 th day of November, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that By-law 2006-240 being a by-law to amend Fire Route By-law 81- 404 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 27 th day of November, 2006. CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that By-law 2006-241 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and Wm. R. Walker Engineering Inc. for the design and contract administration of the reconstruction of Bruce Street from Queen to Bay be read three times and passed in Open Council this 27 th day of November, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (i) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that By-law 2006-242 being a by-law to authorize an agreement between the City and M. R. Wright and Associates Co. Ltd. for the provision of design services for the resurfacing and widening of Trunk Road from Black to Wellington be read three times and passed in Open Council this 27 th day of November, 2006. CARRIED. (j) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that By-law 2006-243 being a by-law to amend By-law 2005-166 being a by-law to regulate signs within the City of Sault Ste. Marie be read three times and passed in Open Council this 27 th day of November, 2006. CARRIED. (k) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that By-law 2006-244 being a by-law to authorize the acquisition of 156 Black Road and further that monies for the acquisition be taken from the Property Purchases Reserve Fund Account 290-000-003-1 be read three times and passed in Open Council this 27 th day of November, 2006. CARRIED. (l) Moved by Councillor D. Celetti Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Resolved that By-law 2006-245 being a by-law to permit the temporary closing of Queen Street and Simpson Street to facilitate the annual Santa Claus Parae be read three times and passed in Open Council this 27 th day of November, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor D. Amaroso Seconded by Councillor J. Curran Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. __________ ”John Rowswell” __________ MAYOR __________ ”Donna P. Irving” _________ CLERK" }, { "fileName": "2006 12 11 - MINUTES.pdf", @@ -324,10 +390,13 @@ "COUNCIL CHAMBERS", "PRESENT:", "Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, L. Turco, B. Hayes, D. Celetti, O. Grandinetti, S. Myers, L. Tridico, F. Fata, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, F. Manzo, P. Mick", - "OFFICIALS: ", + "OFFICIALS:", "J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, L. McCoy, J. Dolcetti, D. Elliott", "MAYOR", "CLERK" - ] + ], + "author": "EFARRELL", + "title": "AGENDA", + "fullContent": " MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL 2006 12 11 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS PRESENT: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, L. Turco, B. Hayes, D. Celetti, O. Grandinetti, S. Myers, L. Tridico, F. Fata, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, F. Manzo, P. Mick OFFICIALS: J. Fratesi, D. Irving, L. Bottos, P. McAuley, N. Apostle, B. Freiburger, L. McCoy, J. Dolcetti, D. Elliott 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 2006 11 27 be approved. CARRIED. 2. QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF MINUTES AND NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA 4. DELEGATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS (a) Dianna Taranto, Chair, Community Christmas for Children Planning Committee was in attendance concerning Proclamation - Community Christmas For Children. (b) David Poluck, 357 Northern Avenue East was in attendance to inform Council of his intention on behalf of a local group to undertake a process to request that Council revisit the Boxing Day store closing issue in 2007. (c) Dominico Stefanizzi, 436 Farwell Terrace and Salvatore Romano, 444 Farwell Terrace were in attendance concerning agenda item 5.(p). PART ONE – CONSENT AGENDA 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND ROUTINE REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Moved by Councillor O. Grandinetti Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that all the items listed under date 2006 12 11 - Part One - Consent Agenda [save and except 5.(p) - referred to Public Works and Transportation] be approved as recommended. CARRIED. (a) Correspondence from AMO was received by Council. (b) Correspondence from the Township of Madawaska Valley (concerning the doctor shortage in Ontario); and letters from the Minister of Transportation (concerning the new Ontario Bus Replacement Program); the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (concerning reporting requirements for the 2006 Municipal Performance Measurement Program) were received by Council. (c) The News Release dated December 4, 2006 from the Northern Ontario School of Medicine concerning Northern Ontario School of Medicine Supports Development of a Clinical Research Institute for Northern Ontario was received by Council. (d) Staff Travel Requests The report of the Chief Administrative Officer was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the Staff Travel Requests contained in the report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated 2006 12 11 be approved as requested. CARRIED. (e) Tender for Powered Roller Blinds - Steelback Centre The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor O. Grandinetti Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 12 11 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and installation of Powered Roller Blinds at the Steelback Centre, required by the Community Services Department be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (f) Tender for Oils, Greases and Gear Lubricants (2006WA29) The report of the Manager of Purchasing was accepted by Council. 5. (f) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 12 11 be endorsed and that the tender for the supply and delivery of Oils, Greases and Gear Lubricants, required by the various City Departments and cooperatively PUC Services Inc. for the year 2007 be awarded as recommended. CARRIED. (g) Proposal for Design, Supply and Placement of an Illuminated Exterior Sign at the Steelback Centre The report of the Manager of Purchasing and the Commissioner of Community Services were accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor O. Grandinetti Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the report of the Manager of Purchasing dated 2006 12 11 be endorsed and that the proposal for the Design, Supply and Placement of an Illuminated Exterior Sign at the Steelback Centre, required by the Community Services Department be accepted as recommended. CARRIED. (h) Borrowing By-laws for 2007 The report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-246 and 2006-252 are listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (i) 2007 Council Meeting Schedule The report of the City Clerk was received by Council. Moved by Councillor O. Grandinetti Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the City Clerk dated 2006 10 16 concerning 2007 Council Meeting Schedule be accepted and the recommendation that Council amend Procedure By-law 99-100 as follows: Section 3(1) The regular meetings of Council shall be held at 4:30 p.m. twice per month on Monday afternoons be approved; and Further resolved that Council approve the recommended dates for the 2007 Council Meeting Schedule as amended to include a January 22 nd Meeting to review the Procedure By-law and to add a second meeting in July and in August be approved. CARRIED. (j) Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee - 2004 to 2006 Accomplishments The report of the Assistant Manager Recreation and Culture was accepted by Council. 5. (j) Moved by Councillor O. Grandinetti Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the report of the Assistant Manager Recreation and Culture on behalf of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee dated 2006 12 11 concerning Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee 2004 to 2006 Accomplishments be accepted as information. CARRIED. (k) Update on Carmen’s Way Transportation Corridor The report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Engineering and Planning dated 2006 12 11 concerning Update on Carmen’s Way Transportation Corridor be accepted as information. CARRIED. (l) Request From Federal Bridge Corporation Limited for the City to Surrender its Five Shares in the St. Mary’s River Bridge Company The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas the Corporation of the City of Sault Ste. Marie has, since the mid 1960’s, owned five shares in the St. Mary’s River Bridge Company (the Company); and Whereas the Federal Bridge Corporation Limited (FBCL) owns 136 of the 150 issued shares of the Company; and Whereas the FBCL has requested the City to either transfer the five shares to the FBCL or return the five shares to the Treasury of the Company; and Whereas the FBCL has issued a letter to the City dated November 27, 2006 indicating the commitment of the FBCL to maintain a majority of local representation on the Joint International Bridge Authority; Now therefore be it resolved that the Corporation of the City of Sault Ste. Marie accepts the report of the City Solicitor dated 2006 12 11 and that the City authorizes the transfer of its five shares in the Company to the FBCL or in the alternative, the return of the five shares to the Treasury of the Company be approved. CARRIED. (m) Licence of Occupation - Ministry of Transportation The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-247 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. 5. (n) Lane Closing Application - Harris and Buckley Subdivision The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-248 and 2006-249 are listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (o) Lane Closing Application - Connaught Park Subdivision The report of the City Solicitor was accepted by Council. The relevant By-laws 2006-250 and 2006-251 are listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. (p) Farwell Terrace - No Parking The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was received by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Fata Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Resolved that agenda item 5.(p) Farwell Terrace - No Parking BE REFERRED to the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation for review and report back to Council. CARRIED. Councillor D. Celetti declared a pecuniary interest - resides in subject area. Moved by Councillor O. Grandinetti Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 12 11 concerning Farwell Terrace - No Parking be accepted as information. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. Councillor D. Celetti declared a pecuniary interest - resides in subject area. (q) Purchase of Small Excavator The report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor O. Grandinetti Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 12 11 concerning Purchase of Small Excavator be accepted and the recommendation that Council authorize the purchase of the Kubota Mini Excavator from Tracks and Wheels for a purchase price of $75,000.00 less 90% of the 2006 lease payments plus applicable taxes with funds to come from the 2006 equipment budget be approved. CARRIED. (r) Purchase of Used Half-Ton Truck The report of the Manager of Equipment and Buildings, Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. 5. (r) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Manager of Equipment and Buildings, Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 12 11 concerning Purchase of Used Half- Ton Truck be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the purchase of a 2006 Ford F150 4x2 from Maitland Motors at a cost of $17,841.00 including trade-in, license fee and taxes with funds to come from the Cemeteries Reserve Fund be approved. CARRIED. (s) Replacement of Ten Gas Fired Heaters in the Transit Vehicle Storage Area The report of the Transit Manager was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the report of the Transit Manager dated 2006 12 11 concerning Replacement of Ten Gas Fired Heaters in the Transit Vehicle Storage Area be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the allocation of $65,000.00 in funding from the Federal Gas Tax for Transit program to replace the ten gas fired heaters with ten gas fired radiant heaters at the Transit garage, 111 Huron Street and that a RFP for the work be issued be approved. CARRIED. (t) Backup Pump for Sault Ste. Marie Landfill Site Pumping Station The report of the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor O. Grandinetti Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Transportation dated 2006 12 11 concerning Backup Pump for Sault Ste. Marie Landfill Site Pumping Station be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the purchase of a new pump for the Landfill site pump station at a cost of approximately $70,000.00 with funds to come from the Waste Disposal Site Reserve be approved. CARRIED. (u) Urn Garden Columbariums The report of the Manager of Cemeteries was accepted by Council. 5. (u) Moved by Councillor O. Grandinetti Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the report of the Manager of Cemeteries dated 2006 12 11 concerning Urn Garden Columbariums be accepted and the recommendation that staff proceed with the tendering for the construction of four urn garden companion columbarium units (each containing 16 companion niches) at an estimated cost of $70,000.00 with funds to come from the Cemetery Reserve be approved. CARRIED. (v) Biannual Bridge Inspections - Load Restrictions The report of the Director of Engineering Services was accepted by Council. The relevant By-law 2006-253 is listed under Item 10 of the Minutes. PART TWO – REGULAR AGENDA 6. REPORTS OF CITY DEPARTMENTS; BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 6. (1) ADMINISTRATIVE (a) 2007 Appointments to Boards and Committees - Review of Process and Policy for Making Appointments The report of the City Clerk was accepted by Council. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that the report of the City Clerk dated 2006 12 11 concerning 2007 Appointments to Boards and Committees - Review of Process and Policy for Making Appointments be accepted as information. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor S. Myers Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Whereas City Council currently makes a number of citizen appointments on many Boards and Committees; and Whereas most terms of appointment do not have guidelines for a maximum length of service; and Whereas some Boards and Committees provide an honorarium for citizens serving and others do not; and Whereas City Councillors sit on over 50 Boards and Committees, some with more than one Councillor representative; 6. (1) (a) Now therefore be it resolved that all appointments for 2007, save and except the Committee of Adjustment and Library Board, be limited to one year only and further be it resolved that a committee of Council be struck to review and report back within one year regarding length of terms for Citizens appointments, honorariums for Citizens and Council representation on all Boards and Committees. Committee : Councillors Susan Myers, Terry Sheehan, Lou Turco, Mayor John Rowswell ex-officio, Legal and Clerk Department representatives and citizen representative Brady Irwin. CARRIED. Recorded Vote For: Mayor J. Rowswell, Councillors J. Caicco, L. Turco, B. Hayes, S. Myers, F. Fata, T. Sheehan, S. Butland, P. Mick Against: Councillors D. Celetti, O. Grandinetti, L. Tridico, F. Manzo Absent: Nil 6. (4) FIRE (a) Development of the Former MTO Site as an Emergency Response Centre The report of the Fire Chief and the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer were received by Council. Moved by Councillor T. Sheehan Seconded by Councillor B. Hayes Therefore be it resolved that the resolutions regarding the MTO site BE DEFERRED until: 1) A visual inspection for all of City Council is arranged and undertaken to determine the suitability of the building for the proposed Emergency Response Centre usage; and 2) A report from both the City Planning Department and Sault Ste. Marie Economic Development Corporation in regards to: a) What potential usages have been proposed in the past by private and public sector entities for this property. Commenting on what was the potential economic/quality of life impact for the community of Sault Ste. Marie b) An analysis of economic/quality of life usages for this property by a general call for ideas from private and public sector businesses. CARRIED. 6. (4) (a) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the report of the Fire Chief dated 2006 12 11 concerning Development of the Former MTO Site as an Emergency Response Centre be accepted and further that Council authorize the Fire Chief to proceed with the renovation project at the MTO Site in accordance with the plans that have been prepared by the Architect/Engineer and to be funded in accordance with the recommendation of the Commissioner of Finance be approved. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer dated 2006 12 11 concerning MTO Site Financing Plan be accepted and the recommendation that Council approve the use of funding within the 2006 capital levy to finance the MTO site renovations over a four-year period, and that rental revenue for the Sault Central Ambulance Communications Centre (CACC) be used to finance the balance of the project (Option 1) be approved. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS, NOTICE OF MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS PLACED ON AGENDA BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL (a) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Be it resolved that the Butland/Celetti Notice of Motion regarding “no further expenditures on air cargo, multi-inter modal initiative until such time as the study results are tabled” BE TABLED until such time as deemed appropriate by the mover and seconder. CARRIED. Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor D. Celetti Whereas Council has commissioned an all-encompassing, phased-in study to evaluate in a systematic manner the economic potential for Sault Ste. Marie to become a transportation corridor to the U.S.A. by land, sea and air; and Whereas this study is to recommend strategies to pursue the economic benefits of this initiative; and Whereas the first phase of the study will be tabled in early 2007; and Whereas Council approved the $550,000.00 expenditure which hopefully will provide a definitive blueprint to follow in this exercise; 7. (a) Be it resolved that Council not approve any further interim expenditures on the air cargo, multi/intermodal initiative until such time as the study results are tabled for Council’s consideration; and Be it further resolved that Council request of the Economic Development Corporation Board to adopt a similar policy. OFFICIALLY READ NOT DEALT WITH. (b) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Whereas in the recent municipal election there was significant vandalism of election signage resulting in financial burden and inconvenience to those seeking election; and Whereas it is very difficult to police this type of vandalism; and Whereas there have been many options considered to reduce this vandalism and associated costs including but not limited to eliminating signage on public property and restricting signage to private property, restricting the location of election signs to street corners only, and establishing parameters surrounding size of signage; Now therefore be it resolved that City Council direct staff to research these and other options that may be existing in other municipalities and report back to Council. CARRIED. (c) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor P. Mick Whereas there have been several complaints regarding the safety of pedestrians at the corner of Willow and McNabb; and Whereas one of the complaintants was hit by a vehicle in 2002; and Whereas due to the proximity of the Social Housing Complex, the YMCA, the Group Health Centre and Krazy Ernie’s Food Mart there is significant vehicular and pedestrian traffic at this intersection; and Whereas there has been a request as one possible solution to install signage reminding drivers to yield to pedestrians; Now therefore be it resolved that Council direct appropriate staff to review incidents at the intersection of Willow and McNabb and report back to Council on any proposed solutions and costs that would make this intersection safer for pedestrian traffic. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Be it resolved that Councillor Butland be authorized to convene an initial, exploratory meeting regarding the feasibility of establishing an indoor soccer facility to accommodate the over 4,000 registered soccer players in our community; 7. (d) The intent would be to establish a smaller steering committee from the original group to facilitate the above process. It would be anticipated that participants at the initial meeting be as follows: 1) City Staff - Nick Apostle, Margaret Hazelton and Randy Travaglini; 2) One member from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee; 3) Representation from various Sault Amateur Soccer Association members: Clive Wilkinson - President, SASA; Neil Ovey - Sault Youth; Terry Zeppa - Northern Heights; Joe Ceglie - Executive SASA; Mike Kulhan - Executive SASA; T. Brandstetter - Sault Ladies; Joe DiFlumeri - Sault Italian Indoor; 4) Councillors S. Butland and J. Caicco. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor B. Hayes Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas the Finance Committee was established by resolution of the prior Council; and Whereas the Finance Committee has been in place for approximately 2 ½ years; and Whereas a new Council has now been elected; and Whereas there has been some question as to the need for a Finance Committee and the responsibilities of that committee; Now therefore be it resolved that the Commissioner of Finance provide to Council a report for the January 15, 2007 meeting on other municipalities that have Finance Committees in place, the reasons our Finance Committee was created, the Terms of Reference for Sault Ste. Marie’s Finance Committee, copies from minutes of all prior Finance Committee Meetings as well as identification of what items the Finance Committee is currently working on. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor J. Caicco Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Whereas the Agawa Canyon Tour Train is the City's largest tourist attraction and possibly Northern Ontario's largest tourist attraction; and Whereas over the past several years, there has been a succession of ownership changes of this important rail operation, but there has not been a renewal or update of equipment or programming; and Whereas the numbers of tourists who come to Sault Ste. Marie to experience the Agawa Canyon Tour has decreased annually because of the age and unreliability of the train rolling stock; and Whereas there have been some discussions involving CN Rail and the senior levels of of government for the renewal and update of equipment, thus far not resulting in any action which would curb or reduce the decrease in passengers on the train; and Whereas it is important that we re-double our efforts to recover our tourism market share with a renewal and update of both equipment and programming for our Agawa Canyon Tour; 7. (f) Now therefore be it resolved that City Council establish a Committee, to be chaired by Councillor James Caicco and to consist of other members of Council, appropriate EDC and City staff, CN representation, and others as required. The said Committee will be tasked with making recommendations to Council and others on how to best renew and update both equipment and programming for the long term success of the Agawa Canyon Tour Train and any related passenger train services that it deems appropriate. CARRIED. Councillor D. Celetti declared a pecuniary interest - employed by CN Railway. (g) Moved by Councillor S. Butland Seconded by Councillor T. Sheehan Be it resolved that Council approve the closure of St. George’s Avenue in the vicinity of St. Basil’s High School on the evening of January 25 th from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. to accommodate a group of local filmmakers filming a movie entitled “Good Guys”. CARRIED. 8. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUCH MATTERS AS ARE REFERRED TO IT BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION 9. ADOPTION OF REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 10. CONSIDERATION AND PASSING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor S. Myers Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that all the by-laws listed under Item 10 of the Agenda under date 2006 12 11 be approved. CARRIED. (a) Moved by Councillor S. Myers Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-246 being a by-law to authorize the borrowing of $25,000,000. to finance capital expenditures for short and long term purposes be read three times and passed in Open Council this 11 th day of December, 2006. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor S. Myers Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-247 being a by-law to authorize a Licence of Occupation between the City and the Ministry of Transportation for a message board on Trunk Road east of Fournier Road be read three times and passed in Open Council this 11 th day of December, 2006. CARRIED. 10. (c) Moved by Councillor S. Myers Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-248 being a by-law to assume for public use and establish as a public lane, a portion of a lane in the Harris and Buckley Subdivision be read three times and passed in Open Council this 11 th day of December, 2006. CARRIED. (d) Moved by Councillor S. Myers Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-249 being a by-law to stop up, close and authorize the conveyance of a lane in the Harris and Buckley Subdivision be read a first and second time this 11 th day of December, 2006. CARRIED. (e) Moved by Councillor S. Myers Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-250 being a by-law to assume for public use and establish as a public lane, a lane in the Connaught Park Subdivision be read three times and passed in Open Council this 11 th day of December, 2006. CARRIED. (f) Moved by Councillor S. Myers Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-251 being a by-law to stop up, close and authorize the conveyance of a lane in the Connaught Park Subdivision be read a first and second time this 11 th day of December, 2006. CARRIED. (g) Moved by Councillor S. Myers Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-252 being a by-law to authorize the borrowing of $10,000,000. to meet current expenditures until taxes are collected be read three times and passed in Open Council this 11 th day of December, 2006. CARRIED. (h) Moved by Councillor S. Myers Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that By-law 2006-253 being a by-law to provide load limits on specified bridges be read three times and passed in Open Council this 11 th day of December, 2006. CARRIED. 11. QUESTIONS BY, NEW BUSINESS FROM, OR ADDRESSES BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL CONCERNING MATTERS NOT OTHERWISE ON AGENDA (a) Moved by Councillor L. Turco Seconded by Councillor S. Myers Resolved that Council shall meet on January 9, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. in Caucus to make the necessary one-year appointments to 2007 Boards and Committees. CARRIED. (b) Moved by Councillor F. Manzo Seconded by Councillor S. Butland Resolved that this Council shall now go into Caucus to discuss one item containing personal information about identifiable individuals and two items concerning possible land acquisition; and Further be it resolved that should the said Caucus meeting be adjourned, Council may reconvene in Caucus prior to the next meeting of Council to discuss the same matter(s). CARRIED. 12. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor O. Grandinetti Seconded by Councillor J. Caicco Resolved that this Council shall now adjourn. CARRIED. _________________________________ MAYOR _________________________________ CLERK" } ] \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/package.json b/package.json index f678ea3..0c66869 100644 --- a/package.json +++ b/package.json @@ -2,9 +2,8 @@ "name": "@cityssm/council-agendas-2006", "version": "1.0.0", "description": "2006 City Council agendas archived on GitHub for easy access.", - "main": "index.js", "scripts": { - "build": "npx @cityssm/pdf-metadata-recorder -c config.metadata.json" + "build": "npx @cityssm/pdf-metadata-recorder" }, "author": "The Corporation of the City of Sault Ste. Marie" }