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The Corporation of the City of St. Catharines

REGULAR COUNCIL MINUTES

Monday, May 30, 2016

 

Present:

 

 

 

 

 

Absent:

Mayor Walter Sendzik

Councillors Sandie Bellows, Mike Britton, Mark Elliott, N. Carlos Garcia, David A. Haywood, Joseph Kushner, Bill Phillips, Mathew Siscoe (arrived at 7:59 p.m.), Sal Sorrento (arrived at 7:15 p.m.), Jennifer Stevens, and Bruce Williamson (left at 11:25 p.m.)

 

Councillor Matt Harris

 

Officials

Present:

Shelley Chemnitz, Acting CAO/Commissioner of Corporate Services

Bryan Shynal, Commissioner of Operations

Nicole Auty, Director of Legal and Clerks Services/City Solicitor

Jim Riddell, Director of Planning and Building Services

Kristine Douglas, Director of Financial Management Services

Jeanette Pillitteri, Director of Corporate Support Services

Dan Dillon, Director of Transportation and Environmental Services

Phil Cristi, Acting Director of Parks, Recreation and Culture Services

David Wood, Director of Fire and Emergency Management Services

Brian York, Manager of Economic Development

Bonnie Nistico-Dunk, City Clerk

Deanna Haine, Council and Committee Coordinator

 

Mayor Sendzik took the chair and called the meeting to order in Council Chambers at 6:31 p.m.

 

1.

Presentations

There were none this evening.

 

2.

Public Meetings Pursuant to Planning Act

 

2.1.

Planning and Building Services, Planning Services

Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2013-283 - Housekeeping Amendment and associated Official Plan Amendment and Sign By-law Amendment

Councillors Siscoe and Sorrento were not present at the start of the public meeting, therefore, did not participate nor vote.

Council held a public meeting respecting proposed changes to Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2013-283 regarding housekeeping amendments and the associated Official Plan amendment and Sign By-law amendment.

Bruce Bellows, Policy Planner, presented an overview of the proposed amendments.

The Mayor asked if anyone in attendance wished to speak in opposition to the proposal. Ron Vahrmeyer and Leo Di Fabio addressed Council in this regard. Their comments were as follows:

         concerned with passage of amendment to By-law 2013-283, Section 2.15.1

         purchased properties specifically with purpose of developing them as permitted by Section 2.15.1 in the current by-law

         have expended significant money into these properties and passing of Section 31 of the housekeeping by-law would result in a substantial loss through the inability to develop the properties acquired as currently permitted by Section 2.15.1

         request defer passage of Section 31 of the draft by-law for a period of three years or include a transition clause that states will have minimum of three years to develop the properties owned or have acquired in anticipation of their development pursuant to that section

         initially 18 month grandfathering timeline (deadline of December 31, 2017) appeared sufficient, but realize some timelines are beyond the developers control, and therefore, 18 months is not sufficient

         concerned with the public notification process to make people aware of the by-law changes for those people who purchased property under existing parameters of the by-law that they were led to believe they were purchasing at

The speakers answered Council's questions.

The Mayor asked if anyone wished to speak in support of the application. No one came forward to speak.

The Mayor asked if the Director of Planning and Building Services, Jim Riddell, had any summary comments.

The Director stated the following:

         property owners concerned with timeline and request grandfathering for Section 31 of the proposed by-law

         staff recommendation proposes going to December 31, 2017, but presenters believe a longer time period would be appropriate

         staff is supportive of a transition clause and have provided some wording in support of an amendment to the staff recommendation

         transition clauses within the Zoning By-law offer up to three years

         clarified that this is the public meeting and public notification under the Planning Act was provided

The Director answered Council's questions.

 

City Council reconvened.

 

Moved By:  Councillor Kushner

Seconded By:  Councillor Elliott

 

  1. That Council approve Official Plan Amendment No. 12 prepared in association with the zoning by-law housekeeping amendment, as outlined in Appendix 2; and
  2. That Council approve the Housekeeping Amendment to the City’s Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2013-283, as outlined in Appendix 1; and
  3. That Council approve the amendment to the City’s Sign By-law No. 2012-154 prepared in association with the zoning by-law housekeeping amendment, as outlined in Appendix 3; and

THAT the Zoning By-law Housekeeping Amendment be revised to add a new provision (Section 2.15.1.1) to the Zoning By-law, as follows:

“2.15.1.1 Existing Lots – Transition

Despite Section 2.15.1 above, this By-law does not prevent the issuance of a building permit on a lot held in separate ownership from adjoining parcels on the date of the passing of this By-law, or a lot as shown on any plan of subdivision registered prior to the passing of this By-law, that is not in compliance with the minimum lot area and/or minimum lot frontage requirements of this By-law, for any purpose permitted in this By-law in the zone applicable for that lot, provided that all other provisions in this By-law are met, and where a complete application for building permit was received on or before December 31, 2019”; and

THAT Council considers the revision to the Zoning By-law Housekeeping Amendment to be minor and that no further public notice is required; and

That the City Solicitor be directed to prepare the necessary by-laws; and

That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary By-law to give effect to Council’s decision; and

That the Notice of Decision required by the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended, be processed by staff; and

That upon expiration of the appeal period, staff be directed to forward any appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board for consideration and final decision; and

Further, that the Clerk be directed to make all necessary notifications. FORTHWITH

Yeas:Councillors Kushner, Phillips, Stevens, Williamson, Bellows, Britton, Elliott, Garcia, Haywood, and Mayor Sendzik

Nays:

Carried

The Mayor advised this public meeting was closed and persons wishing to receive formal notice of Council's decision arising from the public meeting should submit a written request to the City Clerk's Office.
 

The Mayor opened the next public meeting.

 

 

2.2.

Planning and Building Services, Planning Services

Application for Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium Approval for

29-Unit Townhouse Development at 60 Canterbury Drive;

Owner: Centennial Developments (Niagara) Inc.; Agent: Upper Canada Consultants

Councillor Siscoe was not present at the start of the public meeting, therefore, did not participate nor vote.

Council held a public meeting respecting the application for Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium Approval for a 29-unit townhouse development at 60 Canterbury Drive.

Jim Riddell, Director of Planning and Building Services, presented an overview of the application.

The Mayor asked if anyone in attendance wished to speak in opposition to the proposal. No one came forward to speak.

The Mayor asked if anyone wished to speak in support of the application. No one came forward to speak.

The Mayor asked if the applicant or agent wished to speak. Jennifer Vida, Manager of Planning and Development for Upper Canada Consultants, came forward to address Council. She reviewed the application using a slideshow and answered Council's questions.

The Mayor asked if the Director had any summary comments. He had none and then answered Council's questions.

City Council reconvened.

 

Moved By:  Councillor Haywood

Seconded By:  Councillor Elliott

That Council close the public meeting respecting the application for Draft Plan of Vacant Land condominium Approval at 60 Canterbury Drive.

Carried

Moved By:  Councillor Haywood

Seconded By:  Councillor Bellows

That Council refer the report from the Planning and Building Services, dated May 10, 2016, concerning a draft plan of condominium approval for consideration at the Council meeting of June 13, 2016, after the Public Meeting scheduled for May 30, 2016. FORTHWITH

Motion to Refer Carried

The Mayor advised this public meeting is closed. Persons wishing to receive formal notice of Council’s decision following their consideration at the meeting of June 13, 2016, should submit a written request to the Office of the City Clerk.

3.

Mayor's Report

The Mayor presented a verbal report on matters of community interest.

 

4.

Adoption of the Agendas

         Councillor Haywood requested the addition of an In-Camera Item regarding a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board, Realty File No. 13-16

         Councillor Stevens requested the addition of a delegation, Wendy McGregor, respecting General Committee Agenda Item 3.1, Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval for Residential Development at

54 Mackenzie King Avenue

         Mayor Sendzik deferred his In-Camera Item regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (which was deferred at the meeting of May 16, 2016)

         Councillor Britton requested the addition of a delegation, Leah Zahorchak and Brooke Boland, regarding their initiative to help the evacuees of Fort McMurray

         Councillor Stevens deferred General Committee Agenda Item 4.4, Naming Policy - Parks, Trails and Recreation Facilities, until such time as the sponsorship program report comes forward

         Councillor Sorrento deferred Council Agenda Item 9.1, Canada 150th Anniversary Task Force - Funding Requests for Special Events, until such time as the staff report comes forward

 

5.

Declarations of Interest

         Councillor Haywood declared a Conflict of Interest (Pecuniary) to Council Agenda Item 9.1, stating the matter relates to his wife's employer, the Catholic School Board

         Councillor Stevens declared a Conflict of Interest (Pecuniary) to Council Agenda Item 9.4, stating the matter relates to her employer, the Hotel Dieu Shaver; and to Council Agenda Item 9.5, stating the matter relates to her husband's employer

         Councillor Williamson declared a Conflict of Interest (Pecuniary) to Council Agenda Item 9.5, stating the matter relates to his wife's employer; and to General Committee Agenda Item 4.8, Sub-item 1, stating the matter relates to the District School Board of Niagara

         Mayor Sendzik declared a Conflict of Interest (Pecuniary) to Council Agenda Item 9.1, stating the matter relates to his wife's employer

 

6.

Adoption of the Minutes (Council and General Committee)

 

6.1.

Regular Meeting of Council, May 16, 2016

 

Moved By:  Councillor Phillips

Seconded By:  Councillor Elliott

That Council adopt the minutes of the Regular meeting of Council held on Monday, May 16, 2016.

Carried

 

6.2.

General Committee Minutes, May 16, 2016

 

Moved By:  Councillor Phillips

Seconded By:  Councillor Elliott

That Council adopt the minutes of the General Committee meeting held on Monday, May 16, 2016.

Carried

 

6.3.

Special General Committee Minutes, May 16, 2016

 

Moved By:  Councillor Phillips

Seconded By:  Councillor Elliott

That Council adopt the minutes of the Special Meeting of General Committee held on Monday, May 16, 2016.

Carried

 

7.

Delegations

 

7.1.

Renee Guay

Re: Comprehensive Ban on Asbestos (see Council Agenda, May 30, 2016, Item No. 9.2)

Renee Guay addressed Council to request the City put pressure on the federal government by supporting the resolution regarding the comprehensive asbestos ban. She stated that exposure to asbestos has deadly results and has been banned in 55 other countries. Ms. Guay used a slide presentation.

 

Moved By:  Councillor Elliott

Seconded By:  Councillor Britton

That Council receive and refer the presentation by Renee Guay regarding a comprehensive ban on asbestos to Council for consideration later this evening (see Council Agenda, May 30, 2016, Item 9.2).

Motion to Refer Carried

 

7.2.

Ryan Guetter, Vice President - Weston Consulting

Re: Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval for Residential Development – 54 Mackenzie King Avenue; Sycamore Construction; Weston Consulting (see General Committee Agenda, May 30, 2016, Item No. 3.1)

Ryan Guetter of Weston Consulting addressed Council with respect to the application for Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval at 54 Mackenzie King Avenue. He provided Council with a timeline as it relates to the application and advised this application meets and complies with the Official Plan and Zoning By-law. Mr. Guetter stated he would like the opportunity to answer the concerns of the other speakers, if necessary.

 

Moved By:  Councillor Phillips

Seconded By:  Councillor Elliott

That Council receive and refer the presentation by Ryan Guetter, Weston Consulting, regarding the application for Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval for 54 Mackenzie King Avenue to General Committee for consideration later this evening (see General Committee, May 30, 2016, Item 3.1).

Motion to Refer Carried

 

7.3.

Nick Rosati, Supervisor Traffic Systems, Niagara Region

Re: Geneva Street Underpass - Proposed Operation Changes (see General Committee Agenda, May 30, 2016, Item 3.2)

Nick Rosati, Supervisor Traffic Systems, Niagara Region, addressed Council regarding the proposed operational changes at the Geneva Street overpass which will assist with the traffic flow and driver confusion. Mr. Rosati utilized a slide presentation. He answered Council's questions.

 

Moved By:  Councillor Bellows

Seconded By:  Councillor Williamson

That Council receive and refer the presentation by Nick Rosati, Niagara Region, regarding proposed operational changes to the Geneva Street underpass to General Committee for consideration later this evening (see General Committee, May 30, 2016, Item 3.2).

Motion to Refer Carried

 

7.4.

Jeff Wallis, President of Signature Sign & Image, and Lou Marcantonio, Architect of 2 M Architect

Re: Appeal of Decision for Variance to Sign By-Law - 464 Welland Avenue, Project No. 16-106189-SN (see General Committee Agenda, May 30, 2016, Item No. 4.7)

Jeff Wallis, Signature Sign & Image, and Lou Marcantonio, 2M Architect, addressed Council to appeal the decision to deny the request for a variance to the Sign By-Law at 464 Welland Avenue. They stated the sign is not large and allows for all tenants to utilize one easy to read sign rather than having multiple signs on the property. Mr. Wallis provided a slideshow of the proposed sign, indicating its location and how it enhances the area.

 

 

 

Moved By:  Councillor Sorrento

Seconded By:  Councillor Bellows

That Council receive and refer the presentation by Jeff Wallis, Signature Sign & Image, and Lou Marcantonio, 2M Architect, regarding the appeal of the decision for the variance to the Sign By-Law at 464 Welland Avenue to General Committee for consideration later this evening (see General Committee, May 30, 2016, Item 4.7).

Motion to Refer Carried

 

7.5.

Public Meeting (Pursuant to Notice By-law 2007-310, as Amended)

Transportation and Environmental Services, Geomatics

Re: Stopping up and Closing of Part of Tunis Street, Registered Plan TP 94 shown as Part 2, Plan 30R-14208 (Part of PIN 46175-0125(LT))  (see General Committee Agenda, May 30, 2016, Item No. 3.4)

The Mayor advised that notice was published in accordance with Notice By-law 2007-310, as amended, regarding passing a by-law for stopping up and closing of part of Tunis Street, Registered Plan TP 94, shown as Part 2, Plan 30R-14208 (Part of PIN 46175-0125(LT)). The Mayor advised that those who had registered with the City Clerk in advance of the meeting would be heard. None registered. The Mayor then invited members of the public to come forward to be heard. No one came forward.

 

Moved By:  Councillor Elliott

Seconded By:  Councillor Haywood

That Council refer the public meeting regarding the stopping up and closing of part of Tunis Street to General Committee for consideration later this evening (see General Committee, May 30, 2016, Item 3.4).

Motion to Refer Carried

Moved By:  Councillor Elliott

Seconded By:  Councillor Phillips

That Council close the public meeting regarding the stopping up and closing of part of Tunis Street.

Carried

 

7.6.

Wendy McGregor

Re: Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval for Residential Development at 54 Mackenzie King Avenue

Wendy McGregor addressed Council regarding the staff report respecting the application for Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval at 54 Mackenzie King Avenue. She stated the residents' suggestion to move the Howland entrance to the Emergency Access Point (EAP) does address the residents' concerns; the report suggestion of requiring bank stabilization if vegetation is removed seems unnecessary due to the recent work in that area by the St. Lawrence Seaway; a three-way stop or stop light at the EAP addresses the amount of traffic, visibility and speed issues; and there is concern with headlights shining in their home.

 

Moved By:  Councillor Stevens

Seconded By:  Councillor Bellows

That Council receive and refer the presentation by Wendy McGregor regarding the application for Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval at 54 Mackenzie King Avenue to General Committee for consideration later this evening (see General Committee, May 30, 2016, Item 3.1).

Motion to Refer Carried

 

7.7.

Leah Zahorchak and Brooke Boland, TTs for Tots

Re: Efforts to Help Child Evacuees of Fort McMurray

Leah Zahorchak and Brooke Boland addressed Council regarding their charity, TTs For Tots, which distributes comfort blankets to the child evacuees of the Fort McMurray fire, in the Edmonton Expo Centre. They advised donations of any children’s blankets (new or used), soft materials, or knitted / crocheted blankets, as well as cash, are greatly appreciated. More information can be obtained through Facebook at TTs for Tots or by emailing [email protected].

 

Moved By:  Councillor Britton

Seconded By:  Councillor Bellows

That Council receive the presentation by Leah Zahorchak and Brooke Boland regarding their efforts to help the child evacuees of Fort McMurray.

Carried

 

8.

Call for Notices of Motion

 

8.1.

Order of Canada Nomination - Gord Downie

Councillor Williamson presented the following notice of motion and requested Council suspend the rules in order to consider the motion this evening.

 

Moved By:  Councillor Williamson

Seconded By:  Councillor Phillips

Whereas the Order of Canada was founded in 1967 as a way to recognize outstanding lifetime achievement; and

Whereas the Order of Canada is a national honour to recognize those who have helped to build and who continue to build modern Canada; and

Whereas the selection process relies on grassroots nominations for regular citizens; and

Whereas Gord Downie and the Tragically Hip are deserving of recognition for the unique and significant contributions they have made in redefining the Canadian identity and deepening our understanding of Canada; and

Whereas members of the Hip have dedicated their entire careers to describing the northern experience in music and poetry while continuing to live in Canada; and

Whereas the Tragically Hip have been described as the most Canadian band, who treat our country as a source of endless poetic fascination and mystery; and

Whereas, the band is a cherished national symbol; and

Whereas, the news of Gord’s brain cancer diagnosis has rocked our nation;

Therefore Be It Resolved that the process of awarding the Tragically Hip Order of Canada recognition be expedited in order that such distinction be conferred during the band’s summer tour schedule or at a date agreed to by the artists themselves; and

That this motion be distributed to the Council of the City of Kingston, Prime Minister, Order of Canada Chancellery of Honours, Advisory Council for the Order of Canada, local MPs, local MPPs, FCM, AMO, and area Municipalities; and

That appropriate steps be taken to ensure the nomination process is fulfilled as quickly as possible. FORTHWITH

...

Moved By:  Councillor Williamson

That Council suspend the rules in accordance with Procedural By-law 2015-170, article A4, Suspension of Rules, to allow the motion to be put this evening.

Carried

Council now voted on the motion.

Yeas:Councillors Williamson, Bellows, Britton, Elliott, Garcia, Haywood, Kushner, Phillips, Siscoe, Sorrento, Stevens, and Mayor Sendzik

Nays:

Carried

 

9.

Motions

 

9.1.

Canada 150th Anniversary Task Force - Funding Requests for Special Events

         Councillor Haywood declared a Conflict of Interest (Pecuniary) to this item, stating the matter relates to his wife's employer, the Catholic School Board

         Mayor Sendzik declared a Conflict of Interest (Pecuniary) to this item, stating the matter relates to his wife's employer

* During the Adoption of the Agendas, Council Agenda Item 4, Councillor Sorrento advised that he would defer this item until such time as the staff report comes forward.

(At the meeting of May 16, 2016, Councillor Sorrento gave notice that he would present the following Motion at the meeting of May 30, 2016)

Whereas in 2017 Canada will mark the 150th anniversary of Confederation;

Whereas several organizations and community groups may be requesting an appearance before Council for funding to host a special event;

Therefore be it resolved that Council direct all these organizations to The Canada 150 Anniversary Task Force for their review; and

That the Committee prepare a final report including all funding recommendations to Council. FORTHWITH

 

 

9.2.

Comprehensive Ban on Asbestos

(At the meeting of May 2, 2016, Councillor Britton provided notice that he would bring forward a motion)

 

Moved By:  Councillor Britton

Seconded By:  Councillor Haywood

Whereas: It’s estimated that more than 2,000 people die every year from diseases caused by asbestos exposure, like mesothelioma and lung cancer. Death from mesothelioma increased 60 percent between 2000 and 2012; and

Whereas: Asbestos-related diseases are on the rise: In 1992, there were 276 recorded cases of mesothelioma. Twenty years later the number of new cases of mesothelioma has more than doubled, with 560 recorded in 2012; and

Whereas: Asbestos imports into Canada are increasing: Imports of asbestos-related items rose to $8.2 million in 2015; and

Whereas: In addition to their health, Canadians’ jobs are being put at risk: Canada is importing replacement brake pads and linings containing asbestos, despite the fact that Canada manufactures non-asbestos replacement alternatives;

Therefore Be It Resolved: That the City of St. Catharines will support the Canadian Labour Congress’ call for a comprehensive ban on asbestos; and

Therefore Be It Further Resolved: That the City of St. Catharines requests the federal government to pass legislation to officially ban the use, exportation, and import of asbestos. FORTHWITH

Yeas:Councillors Britton, Elliott, Garcia, Haywood, Kushner, Phillips, Siscoe, Sorrento, Stevens, Williamson, Bellows, and Mayor Sendzik

Nays:

Carried

 

9.3.

Naming of Parkette

(At the meeting of May 2, 2016, Councillor Haywood gave notice that he would present the following Motion)

 

Moved By:  Councillor Haywood

Seconded By:  Councillor Williamson

Whereas, Bill Wiley was Principal of Merritton High School in 1980 and was there until his retirement in 1989; and

Whereas, he was an Alderman representing the Merritton Ward on St. Catharines City Council from 1986 till 1997 - serving four consecutive terms as a Councillor, including one term serving as Deputy Mayor; and

Whereas, he was a member of the Merritton Lions' Club for 28 years - also serving for a time as their President; and

Whereas, he was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 138; and

Whereas, he was a member of the Merritton Community Group and their amazing publication Merritton Matters newspaper; and

Whereas, he was a founding member of the St. Catharines Green Committee; and

Whereas, Bill Wiley's surviving family - in addition to all organization still active mentioned above - are supportive of this motion; and

Therefore Be It Resolved, that St. Catharines City Council support the naming of the St. Catharines Green Committee's Beautification project at 327 Glendale Avenue as the "Merritton Bill Wiley Memorial Parkette";

Be It Further Resolved that City staff work with the St. Catharines Green Committee in this pursuit and that they prepare any related by-laws in relation to this motion. FORTHWITH

Yeas:Councillors Haywood, Kushner, Phillips, Siscoe, Sorrento, Stevens, Williamson, Bellows, Britton, Elliott, Garcia, and Mayor Sendzik

Nays:

Carried

 

9.4.

Change to 2016 City Council Meeting Schedule

 

         Councillor Stevens, having declared a Conflict of Interest (Pecuniary) to this item, stating the matter relates to her employer, the Hotel Dieu Shaver, left the room for consideration of the matter.

Moved By:  Councillor Phillips

Seconded By:  Councillor Elliott

Whereas Council approved the 2016 Schedule of Meetings at their meeting of September 28, 2015; and

Whereas Mayor Sendzik’s Invitational Golf Tournament is scheduled for July 25, 2016; and

Whereas this tournament is being held as a benefit for Pathstone Foundation – Mending Children’s Mind and the Hotel Dieu Shaver’s Health and Rehabilitation Foundation;

Therefore Be It Resolved that Council direct staff to revise the 2016 Schedule of Meetings to cancel Monday, July 25, 2016, and reschedule the meeting to Tuesday, July 26, 2016, for Planning Act purposes only; and

That the Office of the City Clerk be directed to make the necessary notifications. FORTHWITH

Yeas:Councillors Phillips, Siscoe, Sorrento, Williamson, Bellows, Britton, Elliott, Garcia, Haywood, Kushner, and Mayor Sendzik

Nays:

Carried

 

9.5.

Event of Municipal Significance - Niagara Grape and Wine Festival

 

         Councillor Stevens, having declared a Conflict of Interest (Pecuniary) to this item, stating the matter relates to her husband's employer, left the room for consideration of the matter

         Councillor Williamson, having declared a Conflict of Interest (Pecuniary) to this item, stating the matter relates to his wife's employer, left the room for consideration of the matter

Moved By:  Councillor Bellows

Seconded By:  Councillor Garcia

That Council of the City of St. Catharines declare the Niagara Grape and Wine Festival, to be held September 16 to 25, 2016, to be an event of municipal significance with respect to obtaining liquor permits in accordance with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario requirements; and

That this declaration of municipal significance be extended to include the Festivals for 2017 and 2018; and

That the Office of the City Clerk make the necessary notifications. FORTHWITH

Yeas:Councillors Bellows, Britton, Elliott, Garcia, Haywood, Kushner, Phillips, Siscoe, Sorrento, and Mayor Sendzik

Nays:

Carried

 

10.

Resolve into General Committee

Council recessed at 9:14 p.m. and General Committee convened. General Committee adjourned at 11:25 p.m. and City Council reconvened.

11.

Motion Arising from In-Camera Session

 

11.1.

In-Camera Item 2.1 - Added to Agenda (see Council Minutes, Item 4)

Verbal Report - Regarding a Proposed or Pending Acquisition or  Disposition of Land by the Municipality or Local Board, Realty File No. 13-16

 

Moved By:  Councillor Haywood

That Council reconsider its decision of the meeting of March 21, 2016, regarding a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board, Realty File No. 13-16.

Motion to Reconsider Lost

Moved By:  Councillor Phillips

That Council receive the advice from the City Solicitor regarding advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, Realty File No. 13-16.

Carried

 

12.

Motion to Ratify Forthwith Recommendations

Moved By:  Councillor Phillips

Seconded By:  Councillor Elliott

That Council adopt those items approved FORTHWITH by the General Committee on Monday, May 30, 2016.

Carried

 

13.

By-laws

 

13.1.

Reading of By-laws

 

Moved By:  Councillor Elliott

Seconded By:  Councillor Kushner

That the following by-law be read a first time, considered and passed; and

That they be signed and executed by the Mayor and the City Clerk.

By-law No. 2016-134  A By-law to authorize the acceptance of a conveyance of certain lands from Christopher Phelan and Wayne Allan for the widening of Pelham Road, Josephine Street and Rykert Street. (One reading – with respect to condition of severance for 71A Pelham Road. Delegation By-law No. 2004-277, as amended.)                     File: 16.7.10

By-law No. 2016-135  A By-law to authorize a Subscription Agreement with Emergency Services Marketing Corp., Inc. (One reading – with respect to a subscription for access to IamResponding.com services by Fire Services. Delegation By-law No. 2004-277, as amended.)  File: 68.13.99

By-law No. 2016-136  A By-law to authorize a contract with Rankin Construction Inc. (One reading – with respect to 2016 Resurfacing Program – Part 2, under Project No. P16-080. Delegation By-law No. 2004-277, as amended.)  File: 18.20.203

By-law No. 2016-137  A By-law to authorize the acceptance of a conveyance of certain lands from District School Board of Niagara for the widening of Ferndale Avenue. (One reading – with respect to the widening of Ferndale Avenue to accommodate the municipal sidewalk. Delegation By-law No. 2004-277, as amended.)  File: 16.7.10

By-law No. 2016-138  A By-law to authorize an Assignment of Licence with Diane Taylor o/a “H20 Patio” to Paul Vok. (One reading – with respect to operating a chip truck at 530 Eastchester Avenue. Delegation By-law No. 2004-277, as amended.)  File: 16.19.99

By-law No. 2016-139  A By-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000 entitled “A By-law regulating traffic and parking on City Roads.” (One reading – with respect to the Geneva Street underpass. General Committee, May 30, 2016, Item 3.2.)  File: 77.37.99

By-law No. 2016-140  A By-law to authorize an Agreement with Raimondo + Associates Architects Inc. (One reading – with respect to Design and Construction Administration Services for Project No. P13-180 - New Administration Building for the Victoria Lawn Cemetery. General Committee, May 30, 2016, Item 3.3.)  File: 18.20.200

By-law No. 2016-141  A By-law to close permanently that part of Tunis Street re-named by Township of Grantham By-law No. 933 registered as Instrument No. GRN24900, formerly Alexander Street by Registered Plan TP94, and shown as Part 2, Plan 30R-14208 forming part of PIN 46175-0125 (LT) formerly in the Township of Grantham, now in the City of St. Catharines, Regional Municipality of Niagara. (One reading – with respect to lands adjacent 130 Louth Street. General Committee, May 30, 2016, Item 3.4.)  File: 77.44.99

By-law No. 2016-142  A By-law to authorize a Licence Agreement with The St. Catharines Athletics Lacrosse Club. (One reading – with respect to a one-day community event “Lacrosse Day in Niagara” to be held on June 4, 2016. General Committee, May 30, 2016, Item 4.5.)  File: 68.32.102

By-law No. 2016-143  A By-law to confirm the proceedings of council at its meeting held on the 30th day of May, 2016. (One reading – with respect to confirming the proceedings of the meeting held on May 30, 2016.)  File: 10.12.1

Carried

 

14.

Agencies, Boards, Committee Reports

Minutes to Receive:

         Heritage Advisory Committee, October 8, 2015

         Green Advisory Committee, November 25, 2015, January 13, 2016,  March 9, 2016, April 13, 2016

         Heritage Permit Advisory Committee, April 28, 2016

         Master Fire Planning Committee, May 5, 2016

 

Moved By:  Councillor Kushner

Seconded By:  Councillor Elliott

That Council receive and file the minutes of the Advisory Committees of Council, as presented.

Carried

 

15.

Adjournment

Moved By:  Councillor Garcia

Seconded By:  Councillor Bellows

There being no further items of business, this meeting be adjourned at 11:28 p.m.

Carried

 

 

 

Certified Correct:Confirmed by:

 

 

 

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City ClerkMayor