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07/14/2020 City of Niagara Falls Agenda Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 1:00 PM Council Chambers/Zoom App Due to the COVID-19 and the Closure of City Hall, all electronic meetings can be viewed on this page, the City of Niagara Falls You Tube channel, the City of Niagara Falls Facebook page, along with YourTV Niagara. Page 1. CALL TO ORDER O Canada - Performed by: Stela Trudeau (via recording) 2. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Council Minutes of June 23, 2020. 2.1. Minutes (Amended) - City Council - 23 Jun 2020 10 - 33 3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Disclosures of pecuniary interest and a brief explanation thereof will be made for the current Council Meeting at this time. 4. MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS 5. PRESENTATIONS/REPORTS 5.1. PBD-2020-37 Development & Housing Monitoring Report, 2019 Year in Review PBD-2020-37, Development & Housing Monitor Report, 2019 Year in Review Presentation - Dev Hsg Mon ppt PBD-2020-37, Appendix 1 34 - 57 Page 1 of 247 6. PLANNING MATTERS 6.1. PBD-2020-44 (2 Letters and 2 emails added) AM-2020-001, Zoning By-law Amendment Application 7639 Watson Street Applicant: Guy Pellegrino Agent: Peter Lesdow PBD-2020-44, AM-2020-001, Guy Pellegrino, 7639 Watson Street Presentation - AM-001, 7639 Watson St, 3 Storey, 18 Unit Apt, ZBLA AM-2020-001, Comments from residents (R) AM-2020-001, Comments from residents #2 (R) AM-2020-001, Comments from residents (R) #3 AM-2020-001, Comments from residents #4 (R) AM-2020-001, Comments from residents #5 (R) AM-2020-001, Comments from residents #6 (R) AM-2020-001, Comments from residents #7 (R) Letter regarding rezoning of 7639 Watson Street Email from Tom (re Watson Street apartment complex) Letter from J Patrick Maloney (R) Response to Neighbour Comments (R) Email re opposition from Watson Street Apartment Complex 58 - 112 7. REPORTS 7.1. F-2020-34 Waste Management Levy F-2020-34 Waste Management Levy 113 - 115 Page 2 of 247 7.2. L-2020-06 (Email and LLBIA letter added) BIA's Budget Submission to Council - Approval of Amendments by Council Our File No. 2020-09 L-2020-06 BIAs Budget Submission to Council (with attachment) Email - Comments from Tim Parker LLBIA - File no. 2020-09 BIA Budget Submission to Council - Approval of Amendments 116 - 121 7.3. L-2020-07 Declare Surplus of Lands Secondary Walking Path into Corwin Park (Lands between 6462 Erwin Crescent & 6472 Erwin Crescent) Our File No. 2020-122 L-2020-07 - Secondary Walkway into Corwin Park - Report to Declare Surplus 122 - 128 7.4. PBD-2020-43 (Another deferral request added) Recreational Vehicle & Trailer Parking By-law No. 79-200 PBD-2020-43, Recreational Vehicle & Trailer Parking Request to defer (email) Request to defer (re PBD-2020-43) 129 - 140 7.5. PBD-2020-45 Request to Remove Condition of Draft Plan Approval St. Thomas More Subdivision 26T-11-2019-003 Applicant: Corbett Land Strategies (Nick Wood) Owner: 1956662 Ontario Inc. (Y & Z Zahavy) PBD-2020-45, 26T-11-2019-003, Request to Remove Condition of Draft Plan Approval - St. Thomas More Subdivision 141 - 144 7.6. R&C-2020-11 145 - 151 Page 3 of 247 Recognition of Wilma Morrison R&C-2020-11-R&C Recognition of Wilma Morrison R&C-2020-11- Attachment #1 Wilma Morrison recognition Hub courtyard 7.7. TS-2020-19 Speed Control Programs Lawn Sign Road Safety Campaign TS-2020-19 Speed Control Programs - Lawn Sign Road Safety Campaign TS-2020-19 Attachment 1 152 - 159 7.8. IS-2020-02 Committee Room Upgrades (moved from Consent Agenda) IS-2020-02 Committee Room 2 and MacBain Board Room Upgrades IS-2020-02 Attachment 160 - 163 8. CONSENT AGENDA The consent agenda is a set of reports that could be approved in one motion of council. The approval endorses all of the recommendations contained in each of the reports within the set. The single motion will save time. Prior to the motion being taken, a councillor may request that one or more of the reports be moved out of the consent agenda to be considered separately. F-2020-33 Municipal Accounts F-2020-33 Municipal Accounts F-2020-33 Attachment 164 - 178 PBD-2020-42 PLC-2020-003, Request for Removal of Part Lot Control 179 - 183 Page 4 of 247 Blocks 7 & 8, Registered Plan 59M-474 6605-6621 Cropp Street 4901-4917 Pettit Avenue Applicant: Winzen Niagara Homes Limited PBD-2020-42, PLC-2020-003, Request for Removal of Part Lot Control, Winzen Niagara Homes PBD-2020-46 Inclusionary Zoning PBD-2020-46, Inclusionary Zoning 184 - 186 TS-2020-18 Casey Street @ Appleford Avenue Intersection Control Review TS-2020-18 Casey Street @ Appleford Avenue - Intersection Control Review TS-2020-18 Attachment 1 187 - 190 9. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK 9.1. Resolution - City of Welland RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council. Resolution -No. 18-87 niagara region jun 16 2020 191 9.2. The City of Sarnia - Resolution: Long Term Care Home Improvements Attached is a resolution adopted by Sarnia's City Council regarding Long Term Care Homes in Ontario. RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council. Long Term Care - Ontario Municipalities 192 - 193 9.3. Correspondence from Victoria Centre BIA - Centre Street Attached is a resolution from the Victoria Centre BIA's Board of Directors regarding Centre Street. 194 Page 5 of 247 RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council. Email from Victoria Centre BIA 9.4. Correspondence from Daniel & Partners re: 5055 Centre Street Attached correspondence sent from Daniel & Partners LLP with respect to 5055 Centre Street. RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council. Letter to B.Matson, from Daniel & Partners re- 5055 Centre Street 195 - 196 9.5. Niagara Region: Regional Motion regarding Declaration of Public Health Issues Regional Clerk shared the attached letter regarding a motion relating to a Declaration of Public Health Issues. RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council. CLK-C 2020-163 - Declaration of Public Health Issues 197 - 198 9.6. Road Closure - Queen Street Petition Attached is a petition regarding the closing of Queen Street from Buckley Avenue to Crysler Avenue RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council. Queen Street Petition 199 - 201 9.7. Minister Steve Clark - Letter regarding COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council. Minister's Letter - COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act - 8 July 2020 202 - 204 9.8. Wearing of Masks - Various comments from residents RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council Email regarding supporting mandatory mask - Joan & Nigel 205 - 215 Page 6 of 247 Email regarding supporting mandatory masks - Bunnie Motion Re-Masks (Opposing) Renee 9.9. Niagara Falls Mental Health Committee (external) The Committee is asking the City of Niagara Falls to provide in-kind resources for the promotion of online mental health resources as well as the Niagara Mental Health Fair. RECOMMENDATION: For Council’s Consideration. Niagara Falls Mental Health Committee Proposal 216 - 217 10. RATIFICATION OF IN-CAMERA 10.1. MW-2020-14 Funding Commitments fro the Drummond Road, Portage Road and Gallinger Street Projects MW-2020-14 - Funding for Drummond, Portage, Gallinger 218 - 222 11. BY-LAWS The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-law listed for Council consideration. 2020-64 - A by-law to authorize the payment of $22,988,893.59 for General Purposes. 06 - Municipal Accounts 200714 223 2020-65 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 2008-224, being a by-law to prohibit or regulate the placing or erecting of signs, notices, and advertising devises on public and private property within the City of Niagara Falls. (SBA-2020-001) SBA-2020-003 By-law 224 2020-66 - A by-law to designate Blocks 7 & 8, Registered Plan 59M- 474, not to be subject to part-lot control (PLC-2020-003). PLC-2020-003 By-law 225 2020-67 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to recognize a semi- 226 - 228 Page 7 of 247 detached dwelling on the Lands (AM-2020-002). AM-2020-002 By-law Schedule - Zoning_bylaw_AM_2020-002 - 2020-68 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. (Stop Signs at Intersections, Yield Signs at Intersections) May Avenue, Peach Avenue, Birchwood Court, Darcy Crescent, Parkway Drive, Lamont Avenue, Elm Street 229 - 230 2020-69 - A by-law to declare a pedestrian access lane into Corwin Park between Lots 45 and 46 on Plan 121 (off Erwin Crescent), as surplus. By-law - Declare Pedestrian Access Lane into Corwin Park as Surplus 231 2020-70 - A by-law to hereby authorize the Mayor and Treasurer to execute a Letter of Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario (the "Ministry") and the City of Niagara Falls (the "Municipality") Related to Funding Provided by the Province of Ontario (the "Province") to the Municipality under the Dedicated Gas Tax Funds for Public Transportation Program. Gas Tax By-law 7.14.20 Gas Tax - Letter of Agreement - 7.14.20 232 - 236 2020-71 - A By-law respecting sick leave, pensions and other benefits for employees. NU By-Law 237 - 242 2020-72 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or municipal by-laws. 2020 JULY 14 By-law Enforcement Officers 243 - 244 2020-73 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, as amended, to provide for the temporary use of lands for outdoor patios and/or 245 - 246 Page 8 of 247 sidewalk cafés as an accessary use within certain zones of the City of Niagara Falls. Temporary Use 2020 Outdoor Patios-Sidewalk Cafes Amendment to By-law No. 79-200 2020-74 - A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 14th day of July, 2020. 07 14 20 Confirming By-law 247 12. NEW BUSINESS 13. ADJOURNMENT Page 9 of 247 MINUTES City Council Meeting Tuesday, June 23, 2020, Council Chambers (via Zoom app) at 1:00 PM. COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Wayne Thomson, Councillor Wayne Campbell, Councillor Lori Lococo, Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Mike Strange, Councillor Vince Kerrio, Councillor Chris Dabrowski. Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni (via Zoom app). COUNCIL ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: Alex Herlovitch, Kathy Moldenhauer, Tiffany Clark, Serge Felicetti, Mat Bilodeau, Jo Zambito, Erik Nickel, Carla Stout, Ed Lustig, Trent Dark, Heather Ruzylo (via Zoom app). Ken Todd and Bill Matson (Present in Council Chambers) 1. IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL - 12:00 PM 1.1. Resolution to go In-Camera ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council enter into an In-Camera session. Carried Unanimously 2. CALL TO ORDER O Canada - Performed by: Keaton Tye (piano player), Aidan Tye, Isak Caverson and Grace Caverson 3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES 3.1. Council Minutes of June 2, 2020. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by Councillor Vince Kerrio that the minutes of June 2, 2020 be approved as recommended. Page 1 of 24 Page 10 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 Carried Unanimously 4. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Disclosures of pecuniary interest and a brief explanation thereof will be made for the current Council Meeting at this time. a) Councillor Vince Kerrio indicated a pecuniary interest to the following agenda items: • 10.16 - Fallsview BIA/Lundy's Lane BIA - Tax Deferral Request • 10.17 - Fallsview BIA - Proposed 2020 Budget • 10.18 - Fallsview BIA Correspondence • 10.20 - Victoria Centre BIA - Request for Street Closure to Accomodate Patio Openings b) Councillor Victor Pietrangelo indicated a pecuniary interest to the following agenda items: • PBD-2020-39 (Own property in vicinity). • 10.9 - Chestnut Oak - Significant Community Tree (NCDSB is his employer) • By-law 2020-57 - AM-2019-019. 5. MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS a) Mayor Diodati extended condolences on the passing of Joanne Mallaley, sister-in-law of Kevin Mallaley, from our Municipal Works Department and Rudy Mascarin, husband of Pat Mascarin of The Park in the City Committee. b) Mayor Diodati shared the following COVID-19 Good News stories/updates: • Official opening of Tourism in Ontario o Took place in Niagara Falls o Welcomed Minister Lisa MacLeod o Attended by Councillors Thomson, Dabrowski, Strange o Successful weekend/ measured & safe approach ▪ Epidemiologists ▪ Anti-microbial ▪ UV light & hydrogen peroxide mist ▪ Infrared thermometers o Safetoplay.ca o Patios Page 2 of 24 Page 11 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 • Virtual ribbon cuttings o Highlighting businesses as they open back up o Our Business Development Department website for local businesses: buylocal.niagarafallsbusiness.ca o There you can submit a business to be highlighted o Using social media to let everyone know as they open up o Letting the public know of re-opening protocols in place • 2nd Grocery Giveaway o More than 500 people served each time o 50lbs of food per person o Project SHARE volunteers o Spearheaded by Councillor Campbell c) Mayor Diodati discussed the "Mayor's Back to Business COVID Recovery Team": 2 reports have been produced: 1. Mayor’s Back to Business Organizational Response Plan to COVID • Details a phased-in approach to re-opening city-services 2. Mayor’s Back to Business Recovery Plan for City Services and Facilities • Facilities and staff • Seize opportunities with technology • Create/ revise policies • Collaborate with community partners and businesses • Economic recovery plan • Explore new ideas about cities and their function in future Action items coming forward for Council actions & decisions • Most recent openings, include: • Splash pads and wading pools • Bookings on active sports-fields • Pools July 1st • niagarafalls.ca for all openings and details d) Mayor Diodati recognized the recent installation of the Rainbow Crosswalk: • Request last summer by community advocate Falynn Shaw • Council approved in January • Inclusivity/ diversity • Installation on Thursday—during Pride month • First municipally endorsed/ completed Rainbow Crosswalk in Page 3 of 24 Page 12 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 Niagara Region • Made with long-lasting thermoplastic materials, low-maintenance finish • Thank you to the Downtown BIA for their support • Also attended by Councillor Wayne Campbell and Lori Lococo e) Mayor Diodati recognized an upcoming event: Community Crew Charity 100K: • Councillors Mike Strange and Victor Pietrangelo • Will be running a combined 100 kilometers for charity • As we collectively approach 100th day of physical distancing • Saturday, June 27th • To support children impacted by food insecurity in our Region • Directly supports Project SHARE in Niagara Falls • Donations of food or funds accepted • communitycrew.ca/100challenge f) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 1:00 PM. 6. PRESENTATIONS 6.1. Transit Update Carla Stout, Manager of Transit Operations, provided a Transit Recovery Presentation to Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council receive the presentation made by Carla Stout, Manager of Transit Operations. Carried Unanimously 6.2. Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee MYAC provided Council with a year-end update as detailed in memo attached. Jim Mitchinson Scholarship Award Via a pre-recorded video, Shreeya Patel, Waheebah Ahmed, Co-Chairs of MYAC and Waahibah Ahmed, Vice-Chair of MYAC made a cheque presentation to Pranav Parakh from AN Myer, the scholarship recipient. Page 4 of 24 Page 13 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council receive the presentation from MYAC. Carried Unanimously 7. PLANNING MATTERS 7.1. PBD-2020-25 AM-2019-024, Zoning By-law Amendment Application 6622 and 6660 McLeod Road Proposal: Four, 3 Storey Apartment Buildings with a Total of 60 Units Applicant: M5V Inc. (Sherard McQueen) The report recommends the following: 1. That Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment application to rezone the land a site specific Residential Apartment 5C Density (R5C) zone to permit four, 3-storey apartment buildings with a total of 60 units, subject to the regulations outline in this report. 2. that interested abutting residents be consulted during the site plan process. Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave an overview of the background report PBD-2020-25. Kim Craitor, resident of 7324 Nathan Crescent, spoke in favour of the development. Heather Sewell, representing the applicant, spoke in support of the staff report. The Public Meeting was closed. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Vince Kerrio that the report be approved as recommended and that the amending by-law restrict the building height to 10.75 metres. Carried Unanimously Page 5 of 24 Page 14 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 7.2. PBD-2020-30 AM-2019-026, Zoning By-law Amendment Application 5906, 5916 and 5928-5930 Dunn Street Proposal: 6 Storey, 102 Unit Apartment Building Applicant: 2708414 Ontario Inc. (Harinder Gahir) Agent: Emilio Raimondo, Raimondo and Associates Architects The report recommends that Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment application to rezone the lands a site specific Residential Apartment 5C Density (R5C) zone to permit a 6 storey, 102 unit apartment building, subject to the regulations outlined in this report. Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave an overview of the background report PBD-2020-30. Emilio Raimondo, representing the agent, spoke in support of the staff report. Harinder Gahir, representing the applicant, was standing by to speak if necessary, however, was not called on. The Public Meeting was closed. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously 7.3. PBD-2020-26 AM-2019-025, Zoning By-law Amendment Application 5933-5939 and 5975 McLeod Road Proposal: 7 Storey, 104 Unit Apartment Building Applicant: PES Holding Inc. (Preston Shorey) Agent: Michael Allen, ACK Architects The report recommends the following: 1. That Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment application to rezone the lands a site specific Residential Apartment 5E Density (R5E) zone to permit a 7 storey, 104 unit apartment building subject to providing a minimum of 1.25 parking spaces per dwelling unit and the other regulations outlined in this report; Page 6 of 24 Page 15 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 and 2. That Council approve the request to pass a by-law to deem Lots 35, 26 and 37 and Part of Lot 34,Plan 67 to not be in a plan of subdivision and that this by-law be placed on Council's agenda at the same time as the amending zoning by-law. Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave an overview of the background report PBD-2020-26. Michael Allen , representing the agent, spoke in favour of the development and shared the applicant's presentation. The Public Meeting was closed. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that the report be approved as recommended with the amendment to permit a minimum of 1.23 parking spaces per dwelling unit. Carried Unanimously 7.4. PBD-2020-36 AM-2020-004, Zoning By-law Amendment Application 4189 Stanley Avenue and 5507 and 5513 Fraser Avenue Proposal: Use of Existing Building for a Place of Worship Applicant: Jason Brouwer, Brouwer Architecture (on behalf of Wellandport URC Missions) The report recommends the following: 1. That Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment application to add site specific regulations to the Prestige Industrial (PI) zoning of the property to permit the existing building to be used as a place of worship and to recognize existing site conditions, as outlined in this report. 2. That Council approve the request to pass a by-law to deem Lots 25, 26, 44, 45, 46 and 47, Plan 31, not be in a plan of subdivision and that this by-law be placed on Council's agenda at the same time as the amending zoning by-law. Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave an overview of the background report PBD-2020-36. Page 7 of 24 Page 16 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 Jason Brouwer, representing the applicant, was available for comments if needed. He did not have to speak. The Public Meeting was closed. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously 7.5. PBD-2020-38 AM-2020-002, Zoning By-law Amendment 5339-5341 Bridge Street Applicant: Robert Dekker Agent: Brent Larocque The report recommends that Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment application to recognize the existing semi-detached dwelling within a Residential Two Density Zone (R2). Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave an overview of the background report PBD-2020-38. Brent Larocque, representing the agent, was available to speak if necessary. He was not required to speak. The Public Meeting was closed. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Vince Kerrio that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously 7.6. PBD-2020-39 AM-2019-027, Zoning By-law Amendment Application 3405 St. Paul Avenue and 6251 O’Neil Street Applicant: Todd Morgan Holding Corporation Agent: J.D. Barnes Ltd. (Allan Heywood) Page 8 of 24 Page 17 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 The report recommends that Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment application to rezone a parcel of land that is to be separated from 3405 St. Paul Avenue to a Site Specific General Commercial Zone (GC) in conjunction with 6251 O'Neil Street to provide additional parking. Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave an overview of the background report PBD-2020-39. Allan Heywood, representing the agent, spoke in favour of the development. The Public Meeting was closed. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Victor Pietrangelo declared a conflict). 7.7. PBD-2020-23 SBA-2020-001 - Sign By-law Amendment Owner: Roy Bradley Agent: Pattison Outdoor Advertising (Brandon Lincz) 8972 Thorold Stone Road The report recommends that Council approve the Sign By-law amendment application to permit an existing static billboard sign to be converted to 100% electronic copy, conditional on the following: 1. That the existing billboard sign located nearest the west property line be removed upon the approval of this amendment; 2. The sign size and sign area of the remaining sign to remain the same as existing; 3. That the sign be setback 10 m from the existing Regional road (Thorold Stone Rd); and 4. That the sign be equipped with photo-cell technology to automatically adjust the sign's brightness based on ambient light levels so as to not cause any impacts on surrounding residential use nor cause distraction to drivers along Thorold Stone Road. Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave an overview of the background report PBD-2020-23. Page 9 of 24 Page 18 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 The Public Meeting was closed. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously 8. REPORTS 8.1. F-2020-24 History of OLG Spending and Commitments under the New Agreement The report recommends the following: 1. That Council receive the report for information. 2. That Council approve the transfer of $362,925 or 2% of the OLG funding received for April 1, 2019 to December 31, 2019 to the Future Hospital Reserve Fund. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Lori Lococo and Councillor Chris Dabrowski were absent from the vote). 8.2. F-2020-30 2020 Capital Budget Update/2021 Capital Budget Funding Forecast The report recommends that Council receive report F-2020-30, entitled 2020 Capital Budget Update/2021 Capital Budget Funding Forecast, for information. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Lori Lococo was absent from the vote). 8.3. F-2020-32 Page 10 of 24 Page 19 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 COVID-19 Financial Support Update The report recommends the following: 1. Consistent with Council's approval on May 12, 2020 to extend the due dates for the final tax bill for the Residential, Pipeline, Farmland and Managed Forest Assessment Classes by 30 days to July 31 and October 30, staff request: a. That Council authorize staff to extend the first installment due date for the final tax bill for Commercial, Industrial and Multi-Residential properties by 30 days from August 31, 2020 to September 30, 2020. 2. That Council authorize Staff to resume charging penalty of 1.25% per month on overdue property taxation accounts effective July 1, 2020. 3. That Council authorize Staff to resume charging penalty of 1.25% per month on overdue water accounts effective July 1, 2020. 4. That Council authorize Staff to resume charging penalty of 1.25% per month on overdue accounts receivable accounts effective July 1, 2020. 5. That Council authorize Staff to extend the financial concession of no charges for payments returned as non-sufficient funds (NSF) currently ending June 30, 2020 to September 30, 2020. 6. That Council authorize Staff to extend the concession of no disconnection of municipal water service currently ending June 30, 2020 to July 31, 2020 consistent with the Ontario Energy Board's disconnection band for hydro. 7. That Council authorize Staff to extend the deferral of Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) remittances currently ending on June 30, 2020 to September 30, 2020. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that recommendation #1 be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni that Council maintain the current waiver of penalty for current year taxes (billed in 2020) for an additional 2 months, ending August 31, 2020. Carried Unanimously Page 11 of 24 Page 20 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell that recommendations #3-7 be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously 8.4. MW-2020-15 Kitchener Street Sewer Separation Construction Update The report recommends the following: 1. That Council receive Report MW-2020-15 regarding the construction update for the Kitchener Street Sewer Separation project and further, 2. That Council authorize Staff to approve of change orders to the contract with Centennial Construction and Contracting (Niagara) Inc. totaling approximately $340,000 relating to pipe material changes and excavation stabilization due to difficult soil conditions. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously 8.5. PBD-2020-40 DB-2020-004, Deeming By-law Application Lots 36 & 37, Plan 291 Property known as 5759 McGrail Avenue Applicant: Mr. Fernando Pingue The report recommends that Council pass the by-law appearing on today's agenda to deem Lots 36 & 37 on Plan 291, to no longer be within the registered plan of subdivision, to enable them to be merged into one parcel. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the report be approved as recommended. Page 12 of 24 Page 21 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 Carried Unanimously (Councillor Wayne Campbell was absent from the vote). 9. CONSENT AGENDA The consent agenda is a set of reports that could be approved in one motion of council. The approval endorses all of the recommendations contained in each of the reports within the set. The single motion will save time. Prior to the motion being taken, a councillor may request that one or more of the reports be moved out of the consent agenda to be considered separately. F-2020-28 Monthly Tax Receivables Report – May The report recommends that Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables report for information purposes. F-2020-29 Low Income Seniors’ Water and Property Tax Rebate The report recommends for the information of Council. F-2020-31 Insurance Renewal Report The report recommends that Council approve the 2020 -2021 Comprehensive Insurance Program from Frank Cowan Company Limited. R&C-2020-10 Gender Equity in Recreation & Culture Services Policy The report recommends that Council approve the Gender Equity in Recreation and Culture Services Policy. TS-2020-16 Regulatory Sign Installations in New Subdivisions Page 13 of 24 Page 22 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 The report recommends that the regulatory signs outlined in this report be approved for the fifth phase (third stage) of the Warren Woods Subdivision. TS-2020-17 Multiple Locations – Intersection Control Review The report recommends that a stop sign is installed on the minor street approach at each intersection as outline in this report. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that the reports are approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Wayne Campbell was absent from the vote). 10. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK 10.1. Niagara Segway - Parking Permit Request Request from Niagara Segway for a parking permit on Ontario Avenue along the Ontario Park to allow for bike tour. The location is in a residential area with some B&Bs along River Road just to the East. RECOMMENDATION: To refer the matter to Staff for a report. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that the matter be referred to staff for a report. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Wayne Campbell was absent from the vote). 10.2. BLM Street Naming/Painting Request RECOMMENDATION: That the matter be referred to Staff for a report. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the matter be referred to staff for a report. Page 14 of 24 Page 23 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 Carried Unanimously (Councillor Wayne Campbell was absent from the vote). 10.3. Integrity Commissioner's Final Report - Code of Conduct Complaint RECOMMENDATION: For Council's Consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the matter be referred to staff for a report outlining the history of Integrity Commissioner's reports to date, including the cost to the municipality and that the provincial government also review the process to possibly include further options to increase the penalties. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni abstained from the vote). 10.4. Patio Extension Regulatory Change Letter from the Attorney General explaining the AGCO's relaxed guidelines to restaurant patio additions / expansions. RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council receive and file the correspondence for information. Carried Unanimously 10.5. Niagara District Airport Niagara District Airport 2019 Financial Statements for review. RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the 2019 Financial Statements of the Niagara District Airport. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council approve the 2019 Financial Statements of the Niagara District Airport. Page 15 of 24 Page 24 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 Carried Unanimously 10.6. Federal Emergency Programs for Niagara District Airport's Operations Requesting that the City support the application for funding through Transport Canada. RECOMMENDATION: That Council support the Niagara District Airport's application for $1.5 million in funding to the federal Airports Capital Assistance Fund and that this support be communicated through to our Federal Members of Parliament. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council support the Niagara District Airport's application for $1.5 million in funding to the federal Airports Capital Assistance Fund and that this resolution be circulated to our Federal Members of Parliament. Carried Unanimously 10.7. Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada (LLSC) will be hosting a virtual "Light the Night Walk" on Saturday, June 27th, 2020. RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council receive and file the correspondence for information. Carried Unanimously 10.8. Clifton Hill BIA - Proposed 2020 Budget RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the Clifton Hill BIA 2020 budget. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council approve the Clifton Hill BIA 2020 budget. Page 16 of 24 Page 25 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 Carried Unanimously 10.9. Chestnut Oak - Significant Community Tree Located on the boulevard at 2999 Dorchester Road (Mary Ward School). Request from a resident that the tree be designated as a "Significant Community Tree" as defined by the Region of Niagara's Tree By-law. RECOMMENDATION: That the request be referred to Staff for a report. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council declare that the chestnut tree located on the boulevard at 2999 Dorchester Road (Mary Ward School) be declared a "Significant Community Tree" as defined by the Region of Niagara's tree by-law. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Victor Pietrangelo declared a conflict). 10.10. Downtown BIA - Street Promenade on the Q The Downtown BIA is requesting support from Council for their upcoming event, including a 2 block Street closure along Queen Street. RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council receive and file the correspondence for information. Carried Unanimously 10.11. Lundy's Lane BIA - Proposed 2020 Budget RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the Lundy's Lane BIA 2020 budget. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council approve the Lundy's Lane BIA 2020 budget. Carried Unanimously Page 17 of 24 Page 26 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 10.12. Proclamation Request - Essential Worker's Day The City of Brantford is requesting support to proclaim March 17th, going forward, as "Essential Worker's Day" in the City of Niagara Falls. RECOMMENDATION: That the City proclaim March 17th, going forward, as "Essential Worker's Day" in the City of Niagara Falls. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the City proclaim March 17th, 2021 as "Essential Worker's Day" in the City of Niagara Falls. Carried Unanimously 10.13. Proclamation - 25th Anniversary of the genocide in Srebrenica Professor Dr. Emir Ramic, on behalf of the Bosnian Community in Canada, is requesting that the City of Niagara Falls recognize July 11th as the 25th Anniversary of the genocide in Srebrenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina. RECOMMENDATION: That Council Approve the request. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council recognize July 11th, 2021 as the 25th Anniversary of the genocide in Srebrenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Carried Unanimously 10.14. Proclamation- International Yoga Day The request is for the City of Niagara Falls to proclaim Sunday, June 21st as "International Yoga Day." RECOMMENDATION: That Council Approve the request. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell that the City of Niagara Falls proclaim Sunday, June 21st, 2021 as "International Yoga Day." Carried Unanimously Page 18 of 24 Page 27 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 10.15. Canada Day Media Release RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council receive and file the correspondence for information. Carried Unanimously 10.16. Fallsview BIA / Lundy's Lane BIA - Tax Deferral Request RECOMMENDATION - For Council's Consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council receive and file the correspondence for information. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Vince Kerrio declared a conflict). 10.17. Fallsview BIA - Proposed 2020 Budget RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the Fallsview BIA 2020 Budget. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council approve the Fallsview BIA 2020 budget. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Vince Kerrio declared a conflict). 10.18. Fallsview BIA Correspondence 1) Illumination Project - Asking for a waiver of $93,000 for the 2020 payment (4th year of a 5 year contribution schedule). 2) Niagara Civic & Convention Centre reserve funds - Requesting the City to amend the Fallsview BIA agreement. RECOMMENDATION: That the requests be referred to staff for a report. Page 19 of 24 Page 28 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the requests be referred to staff for a report. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Vince Kerrio declared a conflict). 10.19. Air Ambulance Letter submitted by Latitude Air Ambulance from Mount Hope, Ontario, outlining the challenges they face with shipments of medical supplies. RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council receive and file the correspondence for information. Carried Unanimously 10.20. Victoria Centre BIA - Request for Street Closure to Accommodate Patio Openings Victoria Centre BIA is asking the City Council to approve in principle the street closure with the following conditions. 1) The City of Niagara Falls as well as the Region will install signage that will inform vehicle traffic on detour routes to get around. It would also inform tourists that all businesses on Centre Street are open for business. 2) This temporary closure will be re-evaluated once business owners can open their business after Phase 3 commences. 3) That the road be closed 24 hours per day, as re-opening a road in the evening is cost prohibitive and confusing for tourists. RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council approve the closure of Center Street until the province moves to Stage 3 and that the Victoria Centre BIA report back on the progress of the closure at a future Council date. Page 20 of 24 Page 29 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 Carried Unanimously (Councillor Vince Kerrio declared a conflict). 10.21. Lundy's Lane BIA - New Board Members The LLBIA has recently updated their Board members and are seeking Council Approval. RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the new members to the LLBIA due to recent vacancies on board. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council approve the new members to the Lundy's Lane BIA due to the recent vacancies on the board. Carried Unanimously 11. RATIFICATION OF IN-CAMERA a) Ratification of In-Camera ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that Council extend the contract of the CAO, Ken Todd, to June 30, 2021 and further direct staff to implement the recruiting process for the next CAO and report back to Council with further updates. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni declared a conflict of interest). 12. BY-LAWS The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by- law listed for Council consideration. 2020- 56 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to regulate a plan of subdivision on the lands (AM-2019-017). 2020- 57 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit the use of the lands for 29 townhouse dwelling units (AM-2019-019). 2020- 58 - A by-law to designate Lots 36 & 37, Plan 291, to be deemed not to be within a registered plan of subdivision (DB-2020-004). Page 21 of 24 Page 30 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 2020- 59 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. (Stop Signs at Intersections) 2020- 60 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. (Yield Signs at Intersections) 2020- 61 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or municipal by-laws. 2020- 62 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 2020-42, being a by-law to set and levy the rates of taxation for City purposes, for Regional purposes, and for Education purposes for the year 2020. 2020- 63 - A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 23rd day of June, 2020. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Vince Kerrio that the by-laws be read a first, second and third time and passed. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Victor Pietrangelo declared a conflict to By-law 2020-57 (AM-2019-019). 13. NEW BUSINESS a) Portable Speed Signs ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that Council direct staff to investigate the purchase of speed signs, if affordable within the current budget. Carried Unanimously b) Speed Signs (for lawns) Page 22 of 24 Page 31 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council direct staff to bring back a report to include the cost effectiveness of the use of lawn signs for speed control. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Victor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote). c) Downtown BIA ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that the matter be referred to staff to bring back a report to include possible resolutions to the filling of the vacancies on the Downtown BIA. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni opposed the vote). d) Dedication Ceremony - Opening of Former City Hall Site, Queen Street. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council direct staff to work with the Municipal Heritage Committee to arrange a dedication ceremony to include a time capsule/plaque unveiling recognizing the site of the former City Hall on Queen Street to be held in the Fall of 2020 or Spring of 2021. Carried Unanimously 14. ADJOURNMENT a) Adjournment ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that the meeting be adjourned at 5:25 PM. Carried Unanimously Mayor Page 23 of 24 Page 32 of 247 City Council June 23, 2020 City Clerk Page 24 of 24 Page 33 of 247 PBD-2020-37 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2020-37 Development & Housing Monitoring Report, 2019 Year in Review RECOMMENDATION That Council receive the Development & Housing Monitoring Report which reviews the status of development and growth management activity in the City for the year 2019. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report informs Council about development and growth management activity that occurred in the City during 2019. The report utilizes statistics compiled from a variety of sources on different aspects of development activity in the City of Niagara Falls . As part of the strategy to manage and plan for the City’s future, the report provides hard data to show where and what types of housing is being constructed and to provide insight with respect to the type of housing that will be needed in the future to accommodate the City’s growing, yet changing population. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE The report provides Council with an overall summary of growth, building and development activity that occurred in the City of Niagara Falls in 2019. The collection and reporting on key growth and development trends enables staff and Council to make more informed decisions with respect to infrastructure projects, housing and land needs requirements for the City. An examination of the attached Development & Housing Monitoring Report (Attachment 1) highlights a number of key findings. Population Niagara Falls has grown since the 2016 Census where the recorded population was 88,091 people, a 6% increase from 2011 Census population of 82,997 people. Niagara Region’s 2041 Growth Strategy projects that the City’s population will be 125,720 people by 2041 driven primarily by international and intra-provincial migration and not by natural increase. Further the majority of that growth will be in the senior population. Page 34 of 247 2 PBD-2020-37 July 14, 2020 Residential Development: Building Permits Niagara Falls issued 292 residential building permits in 2019 as opposed to 494 residential building permits in 2018. Single detached dwellings were the predominate housing type for which building permits were issued. Residential Development: Starts & Completions In 2019, 437 housing units were started and 193 housing units were completed in Niagara Falls. Non Residential Development: Industrial, Commercial & Institutional The value of new Industrial, Commercial and Institutional (ICI) construction witnessed a 348% increase in value in 2019. This dramatic increase can be mainly attributed to the construction of the new $132 Million Fallsview Casino Entertainment Centre. Real Estate Market The real estate market in Niagara Falls continued to be very strong in 2019 with a 9.15% increase in the average price for residential real estate. Rental Vacancy Rate The rental market in Niagara Falls is extremely tight as the vacancy rate in 2019 declined to 0.7% from a 3.8% vacancy rate in 2018. A vacancy rate of 3% has traditionally been accepted as providing sufficient housing choice for tenants. A tight rental vacancy rate is contributing to rising rental costs. Land Supply With a supply of 1,681 draft approved and 718 registered units the City has an, 5 year supply of readily developable land which exceeds the 3 year minimum provincial requirement. Going forward, it is the intention of Planning staff to report to Council on an annual basis the growth and development trends for Niagara Falls. This report will assist Council in future deliberations on proposed new developments based on a good understanding of past development activity. Director’s Comments The 2019 Development and Housing Monitoring Report provides a snapshot in time with respect to growth and development activity for Niagara Falls. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, it was anticipated that 2020 would be relatively reflective of 2019 and to other prior years. Given the current uncertainty of the Pandemic’s economic implications, it is unknown at the time of this report what will be the impact on the City’s growth and development activity for 2020. Page 35 of 247 3 PBD-2020-37 July 14, 2020 FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS This report has no direct financial implications for the City however, metrics contained in this report help inform the City’s financial strategies. The increased development activity combined with an increasing property assessment has a direct impact on tax revenue collected by the municipality. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The development of an annual Development and Housing Monitoring Report is consistent with the City’s Strategic priorities of Vibrant and Diverse Economy. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS  Development & Housing Monitoring Report, 2019 Year in Review Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer P.Boyle:cr Attach. S:\PDR\2020\PBD-2020-37, Development & Housing Monitor Report, 2019 Year in Review.docx Page 36 of 247 Development & Housing Monitoring Report 2019 Year In Review 22 Page 37 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Overview 1.Population Trends 2.Building Permits 3.Real Estate Market 4.Land Supply 5.Intensification Performance Page 38 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Population Trends 76,917 78,815 82,184 82,997 88,071 125,720 1996 2001 2006 2011 2016 2041Population Census Year Niagara Falls Population by Census Year Source:Statistics Canada Page 39 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Building Permits 0%20%40%60%80%100% 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 Percentage by typeYearPercentage of Annual Residential Building Permits by Type 2010-2019 Single Semi Townhouse Apartment Source: City of Niagara Falls Building Permits Page 40 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Building Permits con’t 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019Starts & CompletionsYear Residential Starts & Completions (all types) 2010-2019 Starts Completions Source: Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Page 41 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Building Permits con’t 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019Pemrit Value in Millions ($)Year Annual Industrial/Commercial/Institutional New Construction Permit Values ($) Source: City of Niagara Falls Bulding Permit Page 42 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Real Estate Market Page 43 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Vacancy Rate & Average Rental Costs 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 $750 $800 $850 $900 $950 $1,000 $1,050 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Annual Vacancy Rate(%)Monthly Cost ($)Year Vacancy Rate & Average Rent 2015-2019 Average Rent Vacancy Rate Page 44 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Land Supply Employment Lands Residential Lands Greenfield Area 245 ha (605 ac)156 ha (385 ac) Built Area 134 ha (331 ac)78 ha (193 ac) TOTAL 379 ha (936 ac)234 ha (578 ac)Page 45 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Land SupplyIntensification 8 14 39 24 11 23 37 30 31 49 19 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019Annual Percentage (%)Year Intensification 2009-2019 Page 46 of 247 1 2019 YEAR IN REVIEW JUNE 2020 City Of Niagara Falls Planning, Building & Development DEVELOPMENT & HOUSING MONITORING REPORT Photo Credit: Bird Construction, Niagara Falls Entertainment Centre Page 47 of 247 2 2019 Development & Housing Report SECTION 1 POPULATION...................................................................................................2 SECTION 2 BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY.........................................................................3 RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION..........................................................3 RESIDENTIAL STARTS AND COMPLETIONS.....................................5 NON RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION: INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL/INSTITUTIONAL ……………………...….5 TOTAL BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY: NEW AND ALL CONSTRUCTION..........................................................6 SECTION 3 REAL ESTATE AND RENTALS........................................................................7 AVERAGE SALES FIGURES……………………………………………….7 RENTAL VACANCY RATES...................................................................7 SECTION 4 LAND SUPPLY…………………………………………………………………….…8 DRAFT APPROVED PLANS OF SUBDIVISION……………………….…8 REGISTERED PLANS OF SUBDIVISION………………………………...9 LAND SUPPLY…………………………………………………………...…10 INTENSIFICATION RATE……………………………………………...…..10 Page 48 of 247 3 In 2016, the last Census, the population of the City of Niagara Falls was recorded to be 88,071 people which is a 6% increase from the 2011 population of 82,997 (Figure 1). Statistics Canada projects a population estimate for the City of Niagara Falls as of July 1, 2019 to be 95,570* people. The population growth in Niagara Falls, according to Statistics Canada is driven entirely by interna- tional and intra-provincial migration and not by a natural population increase. The majority of intra - provincial migrants are between the ages of 45 and 69. The median age of a Niagara Falls citizen in 2016 was 45 years in comparison to the median age of a Canadian citizen of 41 years. It is anticipated that the median age of a Niagara Falls citizen will continue to increase due to natural demographic change and the above noted migration trend. Household size in the City of Niagara Falls has decreased over time from 3.0 persons per house- hold in 1996 to 2.4 persons per household in 2016. The decrease in household size is due to a num- ber of factors that include a slow down in family formation, an increase in the number of lone parent families and people living alone. It is expected that this trend will continue into the future. With an ever decreasing household size and the fact that currently 67% of all dwellings in Niagara Falls are single detached (consisting of many bedrooms), it can be concluded that Niagara Falls is over - housed. * Source: Stats Canada Population Estimate for Niagara Falls as of July 1, 2019. Table 17 -10-0142-01, Population esti- mates July 1, by Census subdivision, 2016 boundaries. SECTION 1 POPULATION Niagara Region’s 2041 Growth Strategy projects that the population of Niagara Falls will be 125,720 people in the year 2041. While Niagara Falls will be larger in 2041, the City’s age compo- sition will be greatly different. Figure 2 illustrates that the largest increase in the population will be in the age category 65-100 years. Such a large growth in the senior population will put increased pressure on the City’s services, programs and facilities. Further, the aging population will also im- pact transportation, housing and community design going forward. Figure 1 Source: Statistics Canada 76,917 78,815 82,184 82,997 88,071 125,720 1996 2001 2006 2011 2016 2041Population Census Year Niagara Falls Population by Census Year 0 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 30,000 35,000 40,000 0-19 20-39 40-64 65-100Population Age in Years Change in Age Composition by 2041 2016 2041 Figure 2 Source: Niagara Region Population Projections 2041 Page 49 of 247 4 The City’s population of 88,071 people represents a 16% share of the Niagara Region’s population (447,888) for 2016. The City’s projected population of 125,720 people (Figure 1) will represent 17% of the Region’s 2041 forecasted population of 609,990 people 1. It is worth noting that the pro- portion of the City’s population relative to the Niagara Region’s population as a whole through 2041 is expected to remain the same. (Figure 3) SECTION 2 BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION Building permit activity is a standard indicator of local investment and local economic activity. In 2019, the City of Niagara Falls issued 292 residential building permits compared to 494 permits is- sued in 2018, a 41% decrease. (Figure 4) In 2019, 67% of the permits issued were for singled detached dwellings, 5% for semi -detached dwellings, 26% for townhouses and 2% for apartment units. The number of single detached dwell- ing permits (196 or 67%) rebounded (155 or 37%) from 2018 to reflect the historical average of sin- gle detached dwellings being 60% of all new residential building permits. The lower percentage of single detached dwellings in 2018 was due to a 218 unit apartment building which accounted for 44% of the units created. 0%20%40%60%80%100% 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 Percentage by typeYearPercentage of Annual Residential Building Permits by Type 2010-2019 Single Semi Townhouse Apartment Figure 4 Source: Niagara Falls Building Permits Figure 3 Source: Niagara Region, How We Grow Information Niagara 2041 City 16% Region 84% City Portion of Regional Population (2016) City 17% Region 83% City Portion of Regional Population (2041) SECTION 1 POPULATION cont. Page 50 of 247 5 SECTION 2 BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY con’t RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION cont. Over the past 10 years single detached housing has dominated new construction followed by town- house units. In 2015 & 2018, a high number of apartment units were constructed which were the re- sult of a single new building being constructed in each of those years, as opposed to an increased number of new apartment buildings. It is anticipated that as the cost of land rises along with the cost of new housing, the percentage of single detached dwellings constructed will decrease. (Figure 5 & 6) Figure 6 Source: Niagara Falls Building Permits 0 200 400 600 800 1000 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 Number of UnitsYearAnnual Residential Building Permits by Type 2010-2019 Single Semi Townhouse Apartment Year Single Semi Town- house Apart- ment Total 10 Yr Avg 2019 196 16 75 5 292 464 2018 155 38 83 218 494 326 2017 285 38 212 10 545 438 2016 625 2 98 95 820 412 2015 474 4 192 117 787 353 2014 286 24 113 0 423 304 2013 273 22 92 0 385 297 2012 204 16 95 0 315 300 2011 181 6 60 110 357 297 2010 191 12 22 0 225 286 Total 2,870 178 1,042 555 4,643 Figure 5 Source: Niagara Falls Building Permits Annual Building Permits by Type 2010-2019 (Units Created) Page 51 of 247 6 RESIDENTIAL STARTS AND COMPLETIONS In 2019 the number of residential housing starts (all types) increased from 247 units in 2018 to 437 units, which represents a 77% increase in housing starts. Housing starts have rebounded from the year prior as increased housing costs in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton area are causing people to seek less expensive housing in the surrounding communities such as Niagara Falls. The highest number of housing starts in Niagara Falls occurred in 2016 and 2017. It should be noted that there is not a direct correlation between housing starts and the number of units created through issued building permits. For example, there may be a time lag (up to six months) between the issuance of a building permit by the City and when a residential unit is actually started for construction. INDUSTRIAL / COMMERCIAL / INSTITUTIONAL CONSTRUCTION In 2019, the City experienced a significant increase in the value of new Industrial/Commercial/ Institutional (ICI) construction. The value of new ICI construction in 2019 was $143 million which is a 348% increase over the 2018 ICI value of $32 million. The construction of the new Fallsview Ca- sino Entertainment Centre with a value of $132 million contributed significantly to the overall in- crease in the City’s new ICI construction value for 2019.(Figure 8 & 9) Top ICI Building Permit Values Project Building Permit Value Fallsview Casino Entertainment Centre $132,000,000 Niagara Parks Commission – Ren- ovation $10,000,000 Hilton Hotel - addition $6,997,000 Retail (former Walmart) $5,624,000 Best Western Hotel $5,000,000 New Fire Station No. 7 $ 4,500,000 Water Filtration (Macklem St) - renovations $4,500,000 Equipment/Machinery Building (Industrial) $4,160,000 Figure 9 Source: Niagara Falls Building Permits Figure 8 Source: Niagara Falls Building Permits 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019Pemrit Value in Millions ($)Year Annual Industrial/Commercial/Institutional New Construction Permit Values ($) 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019Starts & CompletionsYear Residential Starts & Completions (all types) 2010-2019 Starts Completions Figure 7 Source: Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation SECTION 2 BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY cont. Residential completions, which represent the end of the construction cycle, decreased by 68% as the number of residential units com- pleted fell from 603 units in 2018 to 193 units completed in 2019. The weak number of housing completions in 2019 were a direct fallout from the decrease in housing starts recorded in 2018. (Figure 7) Page 52 of 247 7 TOTAL BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY: NEW AND ALL CONSTRUCTION The total value of all new construction in the City in 2019 was $214 million. (Figure 10) Commer- cial construction represented 64% of the value of all new construction ($137M) followed by resi- dential at 33% ($71M), institutional at 2% ($4.5M) and industrial at 1% ($1.7M). It should be not- ed that the new Fallsview Casino Entertainment Centre ($132M) represents a unique investment for 2019 that would not necessary occur every year. It is hoped that the new entertainment centre will act as a catalyst that will generate additional investment and development activity in the Fallsview Tourist area in successive years. In comparison, the value of all Niagara Falls construction activity which includes new builds, addi- tions and renovations was $286 million. (Figure 11) Again Commercial construction activity repre- sented the largest proportion at 59% ($168M), residential at 34% ($96M), institutional at 6% ($18M) and industrial at 1% ($3M). Figure 10 Source: Niagara Falls Building Permits Industrial $1,700,000 1% Commercial $136,950,000 64% Residential $71,232,000 33% Institutional $4,500,000 2% Building Permit Values 2019 New Construction Only Figure 11 Source: Niagara Falls Building Permits Industrial $2,682,000 1% Commercial $168,336,500 59% Residential $96,274,005 34% Institutional $17,732,000 6% Building Permit Values 2019 All Construction SECTION 2 BUILDING PERMIT ACTIVITY cont. Page 53 of 247 8 RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE MARKET The real estate market continued to be very strong in Niagara Falls for 2019 and accordingly, the overall value of housing in the City increased. As demonstrated in Figure 12 the average value of a residential real estate sale for all units increased from $395,400 in 2018 to $431,500 in 2019 which represents a 9.1% increase in price. Since 2012 the average value of homes sold in Niaga- ra Falls has risen annually with the most dramatic increase between 2015 and 2017. It is anticipat- ed that housing values will continue to rise into the foreseeable future as there is further intra - provincial migration into the municipality. VACANCY RATES & AVERAGE RENTAL COSTS The City uses Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation data to track vacancy rates of rental housing. Overall, the vacancy rate for Niagara Falls declined to 0.7% from 3.8% in 2018. Across the St. Catharines Niagara Census Metropolitan Area (CMA), vacancy rates remain unchanged in 2019 at 2.3%. A vacancy rate of 3% has traditionally been considered to be a healthy rental va- cancy rate which would provide sufficient choice for tenants seeking rental accommodation. As can be seen in Figure 13, the vacancy rate has decreased while the rental costs for all bedroom types has steadily risen since 2015. There are several explanations for this phenomena. First is the tightening of mortgage rules and the introduction of the mortgage stress test. As a result, many people who were in pursuit of home ownership have now been pushed into the rental mar- ket and this has accelerated the absorption rate of Niagara Falls’ limited residential rental supply. Secondly, properties formerly used as rental accommodations have now been converted into short term vacation rentals thereby eliminating them from the housing market. Figure 13 Source: CMHC Rental Market Survey 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 $750 $800 $850 $900 $950 $1,000 $1,050 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Annual vacancy rateMonthly Cost ($)Year Average Rent & Vacancy Rate 2015-2019 Average Rent Vacancy Rate Figure 12 Source: Niagara Association of Realtors Market Report 2012 -2019 0 50,000 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 300,000 350,000 400,000 450,000 500,000 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019Sale Amount ($)Year Average Residential Real Estate Sales All Units SECTION 3 REAL ESTATE AND RENTALS Page 54 of 247 9 SECTION 4 LAND SUPPLY The 2019 Provincial Policy Statement requires at least a 3 year supply of registered and draft ap- proved units with servicing capacity to ensure a healthy supply of soon to be buildable lots. The Niagara Falls Official Plan, through its Growth Objectives, has a similar requirement. In 2019, 4 subdivisions were given draft plan approval for a total of 413 units. In all draft approved subdivisions (as of December 31, 2019) there are 1,949 units. (Figure 14) With respect to draft ap- proved units, 97% of available units are located within the Greenfield Area (1,808) as opposed to 3% of available units that are located within the Built Area Boundary (141). Generally speaking, the Greenfield Area for Niagara Falls is predominantly located in the south end of the City. Within the Built Area Boundary, 76% of the available units were for single detached and 24% were available for multiple housing (i.e. townhouses and apartments). Within the Greenfield Area, 50% of the available units were for multiples (townhouses and apart- ments), 42% were for single detached and 8% were for semi-detached dwellings. 2019 Draft Approved Plans of Subdivision Figure 14 Source: Niagara Falls Planning Building & Development DRAFT PLANS OF SUBDIVISION Page 55 of 247 10 REGISTERED PLANS OF SUBDIVISION In 2019, 2 subdivisions were registered in Niagara Falls for a total of 141 units. In summary, there are 718 units in registered plans available for construction. The number of available units are split between the Built Area Boundary (346) and the Greenfield Area (354). (Figure 15) Within the Built Area Boundary 47% of the available units were for multiples (townhouses and apart- ments) and 45% were available for single detached. Within the Greenfield Area 68% of the available units were for single detached followed by 30% for multiples (townhouses and apartments). (Figure 15) NIAGARA FALLS - VACANT LOTS/UNITS IN REGISTERED PLANS - DECEMBER 2019 SUBDIVISION NAME COMMUNITY Single Semi Multiple*Total Built Boundary Westway Estates Northwest 0 0 32 32 Williams Subdivision north side Chippawa 4 0 0 4 Golia Estates Stamford 4 0 0 4 Chippawa West Chippawa 33 0 70 103 Optimist Park Stamford 12 0 0 12 Chippawa West Phase 2, Stage 4 Chippawa 26 26 0 52 Terravita Stamford 78 0 0 78 Winzen Stamford 0 0 61 61 Total 157 26 163 346 Greenfield Area Neighbourhoods of St. Davids Stamford 8 0 15 23 Deerfield Blocks 27 & 275 Westlane 7 0 0 7 Edgewood Estates Westlane 0 0 0 0 Fernwood Phase 1 Westlane 1 0 0 1 Deerfield Estates Phase 8 Westlane 7 0 0 7 Warren Woods East Westlane 8 8 75 91 Windylane Westlane 5 0 0 5 Fernwood Phase 3 Westlane 20 0 0 20 German Village Westlane 7 0 0 7 Deerfield Estates Phase 10 Westlane 8 0 0 8 Oldfield Estates Phase 1 Drummond 28 0 15 43 Oldfield Estates Phase 2 Drummond 48 0 0 48 Oldfield Estates Phase 3 Drummond 4 0 0 4 Southgate Estates Westlane 6 0 0 6 Warren Woods Phase 5 Westlane 84 0 0 84 Total 241 8 105 354 Agricultural Mingle Subdivision Willoughby 4 0 0 4 Miller Road Estates Willoughby 5 0 0 5 Miller Road Estates South Willoughby 9 0 0 9 Total 18 0 0 18 TOTAL UNITS 416 34 268 718 REMAINING UNITS Figure 15 Source: Niagara Falls Planning Building & Development SECTION 4 LAND SUPPLY cont. Page 56 of 247 11 Based on the housing supply of 718 draft approved units and 1,948 registered units (2,666 total units) divided by the City’s 10 year average housing demand (464 units), the City of Niagara Falls has an approximate 5.7 year supply of draft and registered approved units. The City’s 5.7 year supply exceeds the minimum requirement of 3 years contained in both the Provincial Policy State- ment and the City’s Official Plan. It can be concluded that the City has a healthy supply of availa- ble land for development in the short term. 8 14 39 24 11 23 37 30 31 49 19 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019Annual Percentage (%)Year Intensification 2009-2019 Figure 16 Source: Niagara Falls Planning Building & Development SECTION 4 LAND SUPPLY cont. LAND SUPPLY INTENSIFICATION RATE Provincial policy requires that municipalities intensify new development to maximize urban designat- ed land and municipal services thereby reducing the negative impacts of urban sprawl. In keeping with Provincial direction, a percentage of the City’s annual growth must be directed to the Built Area Boundary where new development can take advantage of existing municipal services, the provision of public transit, and other existing community infrastructure and services. In the City’s Official Plan, Niagara Falls has a current intensification target of 40%. Since 2009, the City’s intensification rate has ranged from a high of 49% in 2018 to a low of 11% in 2013. In 2019, 50 of the 292 building permits issued were located within the Built Area Boundary resulting in a 19% intensification rate. Intensification performance has been tracked since 2009 and as seen on Figure 16, the Municipality has only achieved its 40% intensification target once in 2018 primarily due to the existing, large Greenfield land supply which can be easier to develop than land within the Built Area Boundary. Nonetheless, one will note that the general trend line for intensification is in an upward trajectory. It is important to note that Niagara Region’s 2041 Growth Strategy will require the City’s intensification target to be significantly revised upward to reflect updated Provincial and Regional policy. With the changing demographic profile of the City, in combination with the unsustainable cost of ur- ban sprawl, the City will need to direct more growth to the Built Area Boundary in order to make our community more healthy, livable, sustainable and affordable for residents. As the nature of development in the City changes it is anticipated that the intensification perfor- mance will naturally increase over time. For example, in 2019 a total of 1,258 new housing units re- ceived Council support through zoning amendment applications. Of the 1,258 units almost 70% are located within the Built Area Boundary which if constructed would translate into an improvement in the City’s intensification. The majority of these 1,258 supported units, 86% are in the form of town- houses or apartments with the remainder of the units being single detached dwellings. Page 57 of 247 PBD-2020-44 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2020-44 AM-2020-001, Zoning By-law Amendment Application 7639 Watson Street Applicant: Guy Pellegrino Agent: Peter Lesdow RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment application to rezone 7639 Watson Avenue to a Residential Apartment 5B Zone to permit a 3 storey, 18 unit apartment building subject to the regulations outlined in this report. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY An application to amend the City’s Zoning By-law has been submitted to rezone 7639 Watson Street from a Residential 1C Density (R1C) Zone to a Residential Apartment 5B Density (R5B) Zone to permit the development of a 3 storey, 18 unit apartment building intended as rental units geared to the seniors market . In addition to the apartment use, the requested amendment would apply site specific side yard widths, an increased building height to accommodate a peaked roof design and a reduction in the landscaped open space regulations. The amendment is recommended for the following reasons:  the proposed development conforms to Provincial and Regional policies as it makes efficient use of land within the Built-Up Area of the City, will assist the City in meeting its intensification targets, and will provide additional rental housing choices for residents;  the proposed development complies with the City’s Official Plan with respect to intensification, project density and the efficient use of infrastructure within the Built Area Boundary; and  with the reduction of the parking space requirement to 1.25 spaces/unit and resulting increase in landscape area and with the addition of an appropriate landscape buffer the development is compatible with adjacent residential development in terms of design and will provide an alternative form of housing for residents in the neighbourhood. The development will be subject to Site Plan Control. Through this process servicing, grading, tree preservation and screening and appropriate lighting will be addressed. Page 58 of 247 2 PBD-2020-44 July 14, 2020 BACKGROUND Proposal A single detached home that currently exists on the property is to be demolished and replaced by an 18 unit apartment dwelling consisting of 16 two bedroom units and 2 one bedroom units having a density of 70 units per hectare. The property has a lot area of 0.26 ha (0.64 ac) and is located on the north side of Watson Street east of Montrose Road. Refer to Appendix 1 for the location and Appendix 2 for the details of the proposal. Site Conditions and Surrounding Land Uses The subject lands have 37.78m (124 feet) of frontage on the north side of Watson Street, west of Montrose Road and east of Hodgson Avenue. The lot depth varies from 64 metres (210 feet) on the west side of the property to 71 metres (233 feet) along the east side. Single detached dwellings are located to the north, south and west of the subject lands. The adjacent lands to the east are occupied by a 4 storey apartment building. Other nearby land uses include Lafarge Concrete, HP Supply Brafasco and the Highway 420 link to the QEW to the east and a CN rail corridor to the north. Circulation Comments The requested zoning amendment was circulated to City divisions, the Region, agencies, and the public for comments. The following summarizes the comments received: Niagara Region - The proposal satisfies the intent of Provincial policies by making more efficient use of an underutilized parcel within the Built-up Area, contributes to the City’s intensification target, and provides an alternative form of housing in the neighbourhood. - The subject lands are designated Urban Area in the Region’s Official Plan which promotes higher density development and growth that contributes to providing a sufficient supply of housing that is affordable, accessible and suited to a variety of housing needs. The proposal aligns with the Regional growth management policies by utilizing existing services and providing additional higher density forms of housing in the neighbourhood. - The following requirements and information will be required through the site plan control process:  Noise warning clauses within property and tenancy agreements to inform future residents of the traffic noise impacts (Montrose Road and the Provincial highway system) and the proximity to existing stationary sources Page 59 of 247 3 PBD-2020-44 July 14, 2020 (Lafarge Concrete, Niagara Region recycling centre) as per MECP (Ministry of Environment Conservation and Parks) Guidelines;  A stormwater management report; detailed grading, storm servicing, stormwater management and construction sediment control drawings;  Waste collection, as designed, does not meet Regional waste collection requirements. The Owner will be responsible for providing private waste collection if the site is unable to meet the requirements for Regional front - end bin collection. Municipal Works - No objections however the following are to be submitted and addressed through the site plan approval process:  Parkland dedication; landscape plans, streetscape enhancement for Watson Street, landscape privacy buffering treatment adjacent to residential lots; existing tree inventory;  The submission of a functional servicing brief, stormwater management report, site servicing, grading and photometric drawings. Transportation Services - No objections and note the following:  A road widening of Watson Street is not required;  The City does not require a traffic study: an 18 unit apartment building is expected to generate six vehicle trips (2 vehicles in and 4 vehicles out) during the morning peak period and 9 vehicle trips in the afternoon peak hour of adjacent street traffic.  Niagara Falls Transit route #113/213 proceeds north and south on Montrose Road. Bus stops are located on both sides of Montrose Road, north of Watson Street. Ministry of Transportation - The subject site is not within the MTO Permit Control Area for the QEW/Hwy 420 interchange. Fire Department and Building Department - Building design provisions/approval may be required relating to foundation structural vibration control, building-envelope sound control, etc. Page 60 of 247 4 PBD-2020-44 July 14, 2020 - Any fire safety concerns can be addressed through the site plan process. Neighbourhood Open House As of the writing of this report, a total of seven written submissions and one telephone inquiry were received in response to the circulation of the Notice of Application and Open House. A virtual Open House was held on June 10, 2020 and was attended by three neighbours. Concerns were expressed regarding the introduction of higher density development into a stable residential area with large single lots; the loss of mature trees on the property, loss of privacy, site design issues such as parking space setbacks, on-site drainage, snow storage, noise from air conditioning units, lighting, landscaping and property maintenance, traffic impacts on the already busy intersection of Watson Street, Montrose and Highway 420 and impacts on property values and taxes. The applicant and his agent also attended the Open House and responded to the concerns of the residents. Issues such as site drainage and lighting of the parking areas and landscape details are to be approved by the City through the required site plan control process. Although it was acknowledged that several mature trees would have to be removed to accommodate the redevelopment a large tree in the south west corner of the property is to be maintained and a row of tall growing pyramidal oak or cedars could be planted along the westerly property line in addition to a closed board fence to provide a visual buffer for adjacent properties. Also provided was an outline of the design of the building intended to mitigate impact on neighbour residents such as: an architectural d esign with a pitched roof and stone material on the façade to complement the residential character of the nei ghbourhood; a unit layout that minimizes the number of units facing the properties to the west (2 units per floor) with one balcony per floor on that side of the building; and an internal air conditioning system (compressor, motor, fan is inside) with a limit of 3 vents on the west façade of the building. ANALYSIS Provincial Policies The Planning Act requires City planning decisions to comply with Provincial policies. The subject lands are located within a Settlement Area directed for growth under the 2020 Provincial Policy Statement (PPS). The lands are also within the Built-Up Area under the Growth Plan which encourages the development of complete communities with a mix of housing types and the provision of affordable housing and varying densities. Under the provision of the Grown Plan and through existing Regional policies an intensification rate of 40% applies to the delineated built area boundaries within the City. Page 61 of 247 5 PBD-2020-44 July 14, 2020 The proposed development meets the intent of Provincial policies by introducing a more efficient use of an underutilized parcel within the built area boundary and by contributing to the City’s intensification target. The proposal also contributes to the development of a complete community by offering a different housing option to the residents of the single detached subdivision. . Regional Policies The subject lands are designated Urban Area in the Region’s Official Plan. The proposed residential use is permitted within this designation. The Region’s Plan also promotes higher density development in Urban Areas and supports growth that contributes towards supplying housing that is affordable, accessible and suits a variety of needs. The proposal aligns with Region growth management policies by utilizing existing services and providing additional higher density forms of housing in the neighbourhood. Niagara Falls Official Plan The subject lands are designated Residential and are within the Built Area Boundary in the Official Plan. The Official Plan’s growth policies support increased densities, where appropriate and the efficient use of infrastructure to achieve a targeted 40% intensification rate within the Built Area Boundary. The Intensification policies of the Official Plan encourages that new development respects the character of the existing neighbourhood with respect to lot fabric, streetscape and built form. A gradation of heights and densities is encouraged as is a mix of single and multiple accommodation to provide a variety of housing types, suitable to different age groups, household sizes and incomes within a neighbourhood. The design of the proposed apartment building with 3 storeys represents a gradation in height from the adjacent 4 storey apartment building to the east and the detached dwellings to the west. The landscaped front yard setback is similar to the setbacks of the dwellings fronting on Watson Street. Apartments less than 4 storeys in height can be developed at a density between 50 to 75 units per ha. This type of housing is directed towards collector roads and are to be designed with a street presence in character with the surrounding neighbourhoods, including appropriate setbacks where abutting lands that are zoned for single detached dwellings. The proposed development would have a density of 70.4 units/hectare and Watson Street is identified as a Collector Road in the Official Plan. Intensification of the currently underutilized lot meets the intent of the Official Plan. Land Use Compatibility Land uses in proximity to the subject lands include industrial uses (Lafarge Canada concrete Plant and the Niagara Region Recycling Centre; a CN railway line and Highway 420 heading eastward towards the QEW. A Noise and Vibration Study for the proposed development, prepared by HGC Engineering RWDI, dated November 14, 2018 was submitted with the subject application and reviewed by the Region. Page 62 of 247 6 PBD-2020-44 July 14, 2020 The study indicates that future daytime and night-time sound levels exceed Ministry of Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP) NPC-300 Guideline limits for the dwelling units facing Montrose Road and Highway 420/QEW. Consequently, the building will need to be constructed to address this including: ventilation systems designed for central air conditioning or other alternative to open windows for ventilation on the east side of the building; upgraded glazing on the north side of the building and sufficient acoustical insulation for the remaining facades. In addition a noise warning clause will need to be included in the property and tenancy agreement to inform future residents of the traffic noise impacts and the nearby industrial use. The Study also indicates that the measured levels of ground borne vibration were below MECP and CN vibration limits at the property line during train pass -bays. Vibration mitigation measures are not warranted for the proposed development. CN has not responded with comments to the City on this proposal. Zoning By-law Amendment The submission requests a change in zoning from the Residential 1C Density (R1C) Zone to a Residential Apartment 5B Density (R5B) Zone. In addition, several site specific provisions to the R5B Zone are requested to accommodate the design of the proposed building: • A building height of 12.5 metres to accommodate a peaked roof design to the apartment building whereas 10 metres is the current standard; • A westerly side yard of 5.8 metres whereas 6.25 metres is currently required); and • Landscaped open space totalling 30.25% of the lot area whereas 35% is the current requirement. The maximum building height in all residential zones from R1 to R5B is 10 metres (including for singles, townhouses, and apartments). Under the current zoning a 3 storey dwelling may be built on this property. The proposed apartment dwelling could meet the 10 metre maximum building height requirement with a flat roof design. The westerly side yard along the rear of the lots facing onto Hodgson St is considered an interior side yard by the Zoning By-law. Under the current R1C zoning a 1.2 metre (4 feet) interior side yard setback is permitted on the lands. Similarly, semi -detached, townhouses and other multiple forms of housing would require a 1.2 metre setback. The zone classifications that permit apartments have a higher standard for an interior side yard being ½ the height of the building. With a flat roof design, under the requested R5B zoning, the proposed apartment building would meet the minimum 5m side yard setback requirement. With the added pitched roof, the required setback becomes 6.25 metres which is 0.45 metres (1 foot, 5 inches) more than the 5.8 metre setback proposed. The by-law should limit the number of stories to three. Page 63 of 247 7 PBD-2020-44 July 14, 2020 It is the opinion of Staff that the proposed building height and setback can be supported as the architectural design does not add living space above what would be provided with a flat roof and results in a more aesthetically compatible design to the neighbourhood. The Official Plan supports the retention of existing trees through development proposals. However the City does not prohibit the removal of individual trees on private property through the site plan process. Residents have noted the aesthetic benefits of the trees on the subject land and are concerned about their removal. The propose d site design of the apartment building notes the retention of a large tree in the southwest corner of the property and a tree in the north east corner. The development design would however, result in the loss of several large trees along the westerly property line. Without a tree by- law for individual trees on private lands, development in any form, single family or townhouse can result in the loss of any or all of these trees. Through site plan control, the City can ensure some compensation for the loss of these trees through the additio n of landscaping such as a continuous row of tall trees along the westerly property line to provide a green visual buffer between properties. The amending by-law should secure the landscape open strip along the entire length of the west lot line. The required parking for an 18 unit apartment at the zoning by-law requirement of 1.4 spaces/unit is 25 spaces. The proposed development provides the required number of spaces; however, due to the angle of the rear property line two of the spaces are located very close to the west lot line, adjacent to the rear lot line of an existing dwelling on Hodgson Street. Although a closed board fence will be required along the whole of the west and back property line through site plan control, it is the position of Plann ing Staff that additional landscaping be provided. There are two options available to allow a better parking area design: reduce the density of the development or reduce the parking requirements of the zoning by-law. The City has approved reductions to the parking standard in similar developments. A rate of 1.25 parking spaces/unit has been used in past. If this ration were applied to this development it would reduce the parking area by 2 spaces. The removal of the two parking spaces closest to the westerly lot line would allow for a wider landscape strip providing increased buffering for the adjacent property owner and increasing the percentage of landscape coverage on the property. See revised layout on Appendix 3. Concern has been expressed regarding the amount of traffic at the intersection of Watson Street and Montrose Road at certain times of the day however the City’s Transportation Services Department have not deemed a traffic study necessary based on the number of proposed units and expected trip generation. Transit service is available both north and south on Montrose Road with stops located on Montrose, north of Watson Street. The site layout of the proposed apartment building places the driveway adjacent to the parking area of the apartment building to the east. Although closer to the intersection of Montrose Road and Watson Street, the driveway along the east lot line would have the least impact on adjacent detached dwellings in terms of noise and exhaust. A driveway along the west lot line would also result in the removal of all of the existing mature trees including the one proposed to be retained in the current design. Page 64 of 247 8 PBD-2020-44 July 14, 2020 Planning Staff support the zoning amendment change to R5B to permit a 3 storey apartment dwelling with a maximum height of 12.5m for a peaked roof; an interior side yard setback of 5.8m and a minimum landscaped area of 30.25%. In addition, it is recommended that parking requirement for the lands be reduced to 1.25 spaces per dwelling unit and that a landscaped strip with buffer plantings be added for the entirety of the westerly lot line. Site Plan Control If approved, the proposed development will be subject to site plan control. Through site plan control the applicant will be required to submit landscape plans, warning clauses and any other provisions for noise mitigation, detailed grading, storm servicin g, stormwater management and sediment control drawings for Regional and City review, and photometric plans to limit the impact of parking lot lighting, FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The proposed development will provide Development Charges and new tax assessment to the City. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The proposed development complies with the Diverse and Affordable Housing initiative in that it uses an infill opportunity for a multiple unit development that diversifies housing composition in the neighbourhood. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS  Appendix 1 – Location Map  Appendix 2 – Survey Plan  Appendix 3 – Revised Survey Plan Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer F.Berardi:gd Attach. S:\PDR\2020\PBD-2020-44, AM-2020-001, Guy Pellegrino, 7639 Watson Street.docx Page 65 of 247 9 PBD-2020-44 July 14, 2020 APPENDIX 1 Location Map –7639 Watson Avenue Page 66 of 247 10 PBD-2020-44 July 14, 2020 APPENDIX 2 Survey Plan – 7639 Watson Avenue Page 67 of 247 11 PBD-2020-44 July 14, 2020 Appendix 3 Revised Survey Plan – 7639 Watson Avenue Page 68 of 247 Address: 7639 Watson Street Applicant: Guy Pellegrino. Proposal: 3 storey, 18 Unit apartment building Zoning By-law Amendment Application AM-2020-001 Page 69 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Location Single detached Residential uses 4 storey apartment building Subject Lands 0.26 ha (0.64 ac)Page 70 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Site Plan Westerly Side yard width 5.8 m Landscaped Open Space 30.25% Building Height 12.5 m Page 71 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Background •The lands are designated Residential in the Official Plan and within the Built Area Boundary. •Re-zoned from Residential 1C (R1C) Density to a Residential Apartment 5B Density (R5B) Zone to accommodate the design of the proposed building. •Site specific provisions under the R5C zone are also requested for building height, side yard width, and landscaped open space.Page 72 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Background NEIGHBOURHOOD OPEN HOUSE •Held on June 10, 2020, remotely. •Three neighbours attended as well as applicant and his agent. •Seven written submissions and one telephone inquiry have also been received. •Concerns raised: •Introduction of higher density development into a stable residential area; •Loss of mature trees & privacy; •Site design issues such as parking space setbacks; •On-site drainage; snow storage; •Noise from air conditioning units; •Lighting, Landscaping and Property maintenance; •Traffic impacts on the intersection of Watson St, Montrose and Hwy 420; •Impacts on property values and taxes. Page 73 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Background NEIGHBOURHOOD OPEN HOUSE con’t •Applicant responded to concerns as follows: •Drainage, lighting of the parking areas and landscape details are to be approved through the required site plan control process. •One large tree in the southwest corner is to be maintained and a row of tall pyramidal oak or cedars could be planted along westerly property line as well as a closed board fence to provide a visual buffer for adjacent properties. •Outline of design of the building was provided showing a pitched roof and stone material on the façade to complement the residential character of the neighbourhood; •A layout of the units was provided showing two units per floor facing the properties to the west with one balcony per floor and an internal air conditioning system with a limit of 3 vents on the west facade of the building.Page 74 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Planning Analysis Provincial Policy Statement and Growth Plan •The proposed development is consistent with Provincial policy. •it introduces a more efficient use of an underutilized parcel within the Built Boundary •Offers a different housing option in an area of single detached homes. Page 75 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Planning Analysis Official Plan •Designated Residential •Requested zoning complies with the Official Plan. •Design of the 3 storey building represents a gradation in height between 4 storey apartment building to the east and detached dwellings to the west. •Front yard setback is similar to setbacks of the dwellings fronting onto Watson Street. •Watson Street is a collector road where densities between 50 to 75 un/ha allowed. Project has density of 70.4 un/ha. •Due to proximity of industry, east of Montrose, central air conditioning and acoustical insulation is required. Ground vibration from railway operations is below provincial guidelines. Page 76 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Planning Analysis Zoning By-law •Currently zoned Residential 1C Density (R1C) Zone •Requested to be changed to Residential Apartment 5B Density (R5B) Zone •The following site specific provisions are requested: •A building height of 12.5 m (41.0 ft.) to accommodate a peaked roof design; •Under current zoning, a 3 storey dwelling may be built. Maximum Building height in all residential zones is 10 m. (32.1 ft.) A flat roof design would be 10 m in height. The peaked roof design would not add living space and is a more compatible design with the neighbourhood. •Westerly side yard of 5.8 m (19.0 ft.) whereas 6.25 m (20.5 ft.) is required •Under current zoning, a 1.2 m side yard width is permitted for a 10 m. tall dwelling. The R5B zone requires a side yard width of ½ building height. Page 77 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Planning Analysis Zoning By-law con’t •Westerly side yard con’t •A flat roof design would meet this standard. The proposed pitched roof design means an increase 0.45 m (1.5 ft.) in the side yard width. •Landscaped open space of 30.25% whereas 35% is required . •Revisions to site plan increase landscape along south side to minimum 3.4 m.; overall landscaping now 36.5% •It is further recommended that the required parking for the apartment building be amended from 1.4 spaces/unit = 25 parking spaces to 1.25 spaces/unit to 23 spaces which would allow for a wider landscape strip along the westerly property line thereby providing additional buffering from the adjacent property owner. A 10% reduction in parking spaces has been accepted elsewhere in the City. Page 78 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Revised Site Plan 3.4 m. (11.0 ft.) landscape strip Overall Landscaping 36.5% Interior Side yard 6.05 m. (19.75 ft.) Parking Ratio 1.25 sp/un Page 79 of 247 A GREAT CITY…FOR GENERATIONS TO COME Conclusion The amendment can be supported based on the following: •The Zone change complies with Provincial Policy. •Complies with Official Plan in terms of intensification, density and efficient use of infrastructure within Built Boundary; •Reduction in parking requirement results in increase landscaping/buffering from adjacent residential development and provides an alternative form of housing for residents. 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Hrwanwonwonwo?.oonmioemmos. mom_<mg E23N8: 3..a>ZZ.ZQ Wum<m_.o_u_<.mzW1 Page 93 of 247 Page 94 of 247 1 Heather Ruzylo To:Bill Matson Subject:RE: Letter Regarding Rezoning of 7639 Watson St. NF From: Info Clubseven <info@clubsevenniagara.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 8, 2020 4:23 PM To: Jim Diodati <jdiodati@niagarafalls.ca>; Wayne Campbell <wcambell@niagarafalls.ca>; cdabrowsk@niagarafalls.ca; Carolynn Ioannoni <ioannoni@niagarafalls.ca>; Vince Kerrio <vkerrio@niagarafalls.ca>; Lori Lococo Personal <lori.lococo.city@gmail.com>; Victor Pietrangelo <vpietrangelo@niagarafalls.ca>; Mike Strange <mstrange@niagarafalls.ca>; Wayne Thomson Fallview Account <wthomson@fallsviewgroup.com>; CouncilMembers <councilmembers@niagarafalls.ca>; Bill Matson <billmatson@niagarafalls.ca>; Alex Herlovitch <aherlovitch@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: Letter Regarding Rezoning of 7639 Watson St. NF Dear Mayor, Council Members,Director of Planning & City Clerk, I, Jonathan Bozanich, am acting as an agent for “______”on this matter and she has participated with me in constructing this letter. We would like to thank you for your time and consideration in listening to our concerns regarding the rezoning of 7639 Watson Street, Niagara Falls. First and foremost we hope you and your family are doing well during these unprecedented times in history. It has been a challenging year for all of us, and an adaptation to survive in our personal lives and businesses. We are fortunate that the City of Niagara Falls with your help has opened up for tourism once again and we were granted patio licences to help inspire us to carry on through these tumultuous past months. Over the past decade we personally have seen dozens of development proposals arrive in our mailbox and have always been proponents of expansion and growth in this great city. Neither or myself have ever denounced any of these projects since being a part of the Fallsview BIA , Clifton Hill BIA, and the Niagara Falls Chamber of Commerce. We are advocates of development and the success of the city. We understand that more housing is an important issue and essential to the expansion of our city. However we believe this expansion must be executed fairly and without hindrance to the current inhabitants, We will outline some concerns we have regarding the zoning amendment request at 7639 Watson St. Niagara Falls. We have spent a substantial amount of time in the neighborhood of Watson St and Beaverdams and know the area well. We have witnessed first hand many dangerous scenarios regarding pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Our first concern is cars driving northbound from the highway when the light is green at the intersection of Montrose Rd and Watson St. The speed limit is 80 km on the highway and drops rapidly to 50 km. Some of these drivers do not obey the speed limit and are driving at speeds in excess of 90 km to 100 km when they enter the residential neighborhood. This creates an unsafe zone for children in the area and cars trying to reverse out of their private driveways. Secondly there are no speed bumps, no traffic calmed area lights or signs. The rezoning of an 18 unit apartment building would increase the density of cars in that tight area and cause further interruption for the neighbors to pull in and pull out of their residences. This now combines congestion Page 95 of 247 2 and dangerous traffic all meeting in that small stretch of land and busy intersection. Lastly there are no sidewalks for pedestrians who could potentially be struck by a speeding car exiting the highway, cars entering and exiting a new development with a proposal to have 25 new parking spaces would only increase the congestion. From a parking perspective we also believe that the proposal is too ambitious to be granted 18 units based on having only 25 parking spaces for residents and visitors. If the lot reaches capacity this would create a surge of visitors to park their vehicles on a busy and potentially dangerous street. We would propose a vigilant traffic study be conducted to ensure the safety of the public and these issues be addressed. We have carefully looked at the proposal set forth for the 3 storey apartment building and have concerns with the setbacks from the property line to the building as well as the proposed overall height. The developer and architect obviously want to maximize the potential of the land and we encourage them to do so as long as they stay within the rules and boundaries set forth by the building code. We believe they do not have enough land to build 18 units and they need to redesign the structure to conform with building code and the adjacent compatible properties. “ “ has made significant improvements to her landscaping and invested into her backyard and dwelling. The proposed building would impede on these improvements and create a privacy issue for her. We believe a third storey balcony which is too close and too elevated to the property line would give plain sight views of her backyard and look directly into her windows. The existing large mature trees that are on the proposed lands give shade, privacy and aesthetics. The proposal asks permission to remove these trees which are detrimental to suburban living. We believe the current foliage should not be disturbed or a new mature tree line be planted at the expense of the developer. The current fence height is 6 feet and will not accommodate privacy next to a structure this large. We would also like a higher fence to be built to ensure privacy. We also believe the building will block the sun and inhibit the use of the backyards amenities. . Lastly we have information that “….” home at “ “ Watson Street was built on sandy loam soil and we have concerns that during construction of the adjacent property the land may shift and cause structural damage to her home. We would like the developer to conduct a soil study and ensure no damages will be done to her property. There is also an issue of rodents which are inhabiting the current single family dwelling on the proposed site. This is due to the poor condition of the home and failure of the landlord to comply with proper maintenance of his property. We have hired exterminators to ratify the existing issue. We believe when the home is demolished to make way for the new project these rodents will be displaced and look to inhabit the surrounding homes. We are proposing the developer hire professional exterminators to ensure the integrity of the surrounding homes due to his neglect of the property over the previous years. We are open to hear any feedback from you and the architect/developer that could help mediate our concerns. We also want to make clear that our stance is not to stop a development but to encourage one that fits the current neighborhoods standards and design. This proposal is an over intensification of the site when compared to the rest of the neighborhood. We would be far more comfortable with a one or two storey single home dwelling or town homes that fit the look and current use in the neighborhood. I trust this gives you a clear perspective of our concerns and we are open to discussion and finding remedies to mediate this. I have no issues with my letter being read at the meeting and would be available to speak regarding the subject if necessary. Respectfully, Jonathan Bozanich & “resident” Page 96 of 247 1 Heather Ruzylo Subject:RE: Watson street apartment complex proposal From: Sent: Wednesday, July 8, 2020 10:45 AM To: CouncilMembers <councilmembers@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: Watson street apartment complex proposal Good morning My name is Tom . I am sending this email just to make you all aware that the proposed apartment building on Watson street is causing great concern for both my wife and myself. We purchased a lot on 5324 Hodgson Ave 5 years ago and built a home of which we love. Now there will be a building 90 feet from our back fence this is unexceptable.We are in no way against the owner building on his lot but find it almost offensive that the city would show no concern for the homes affected by these bylaw changes. We ask that you take this matter very seriously as you would if it affected your family not one of you would vote to allow such a shameful change to this neighborhood..My concerns are for traffic volume as well as the height change the reason these bylaws exist at all is because its unreasonable in a single family area..Please feel free to contact me at “____”to talk about these changes.. Tom Page 97 of 247 Page 98 of 247 Page 99 of 247 Page 100 of 247 Page 101 of 247 Page 102 of 247 Page 103 of 247 Page 104 of 247 Page 105 of 247 Page 106 of 247 Page 107 of 247 Page 108 of 247 Page 109 of 247 Page 110 of 247 Page 111 of 247 1 Heather Ruzylo Subject: Watson street apartment complex proposal From: < Sent: Wednesday, July 8, 2020 10:45 AM To: CouncilMembers <councilmembers@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: Watson street apartment complex proposal Good morning My name is Tom. i live at “_______”. I am sending this email just to make you all aware that the proposed apartment building on Watson street is causing great concern for both my wife and myself. We purchased a lot on “__” Hodgson Ave 5 years ago and built a home of which we love. Now there will be a building 90 feet from our back fence this is unexceptable.We are in no way against the owner building on his lot but find it almost offensive that the city would show no concern for the homes affected by these bylaw changes. We ask that you take this matter very seriously as you would if it affected your family not one of you would vote to allow such a shameful change to this neighborhood..My concerns are for traffic volume as well as the height change the reason these bylaws exist at all is because its unreasonable in a single family area..Please feel free to contact me at “_____” to talk about these changes.. This electronic message (and any attachments) is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information that is privileged, proprietary, and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and permanently erase this message. Le present message electronique (y compris les pieces qui y sont annexees, le cas echeant), s'adresse au destinaire indique et peut contenir des renseignements de caractere prive ou confidentiel. Si vous n'etes pas le destinataire de ce document, nous vous signalons qu'il est strictement interdit de le diffuser, de le distribuer ou de le reproduire. Si ce message vous a ete transmis par erreur, veuillez en informer l'expediteur et le supprimer immediatement. Page 112 of 247 F-2020-34 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Finance SUBJECT: F-2020-34 Waste Management Levy RECOMMENDATION That Council receive this report for information purposes only. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Regional Municipality of Niagara levies an Upper-Tier Special Levy for waste services, which varies by local area municipality. The City of Niagara Falls relies on this as a requisition for the service that the Region provides and levies the tax rate, as set by the Region, to every taxpayer/ratepayer in the city. There has been a request to review this practice to determine if these costs could be recovered more directly from the end users and relieve those who do not receive the benefit of the service. In summary, the local municipality may raise money for their own purposes and because Section 11 of the Municipal Act excludes waste management from the local municipality, the local municipality does not have the authority to levy a special area levy for waste management as it falls under the jurisdiction of the upper-tier. If you start excluding properties that are not benefiting from the service, the rates on the different classes of property will not be in the same proportion to each other with the tax ratios established by the upper-tier under Section 308. Special Area Rates may be levied as an alternative, and must be geographic and not property class based, however, the waste management is not a service provided by the local municipality, therefore, the local municipality does not have the authority to establish a special area rate either. BACKGROUND The Municipal Act, 2001 gives the local municipality the authority to set its annual budget and the authority to set special area levies. Relevant excerpts pertaining to the Waste Management levy discussion have been included below for reference: Yearly budget, local municipalities Section 290 (1) For each year, a local municipality shall, in the year or the immediately preceding year, prepare and adopt a budget including estimates of all sums required during the year for the purposes of the municipality. Page 113 of 247 2 F-2020-34 July 14, 2020 Detail and form Section 290 (2) The budget shall, in such detail and form as the Minister may require, set out the following amounts: 1. The estimated revenues, including the amount the municipality intends to raise on all the rateable property in the municipality by its general local municipality levy and the amount it intends to raise on less than all the rateable property in the municipality by a special local municipality levy under Section 312. Special local municipality levies Section 312 (4) For purposes of raising a special local municipality levy, a local municipality shall, each year, pass a by-law levying a separate tax rate, as specified in the by-law, on all or part of the assessment, as specified in the by-law, in each property class in the local municipality rateable for local municipality purposes. Restrictions on rates Section 312 (6) The tax rates to be levied under subsection (2) or (4) are subject to the following restrictions: 1. The rates must be set so that, when they are levied on the applicable assessment rateable for local municipality purposes, an amount equal to the general local municipality levy or special local municipality levy, as the case may be, is raised. 2. The rates on the different classes of property must be in the same proportion to each other as the tax ratios established under Section 308 for the property classes are to each other. Establishment of tax ratios Section 308 (5) Tiered municipalities – An upper-tier municipality shall pass a by-law in each year to establish the tax ratios for that year for the upper-tier municipality and its lower-tier municipalities. Broad authority, lower-tier and upper-tier municipalities Section 11 (1) A lower-tier municipality and an upper-tier municipality may provide any service or thing that the municipality considers necessary or desirable for the public, subject to the rules set out in subsection (4). (4) Rules – The following are the rules referred to in subsections (1), (2) and (3): 2. If a sphere or part of a sphere of jurisdiction is assigned to an upper-tier municipality exclusively by the Table to this section, its lower-tier municipalities do not have the power to pass by-laws under that sphere or part and do not have the power to pass by-laws under subsection (1) or (2) that, for this paragraph, could also be passed under that sphere or part. Page 114 of 247 3 F-2020-34 July 14, 2020 ANALYSIS/RATIONALE The Table in section 11 mentioned above shows Waste Management under Sphere of Jurisdiction and the whole sphere is exclusive to the upper-tier. In summary, the local municipality may raise money for their own purposes and because Section 11 of the Municipal Act excludes waste management from the local municipality, the local municipality does not have the authority to levy a special area levy for waste management as it falls under the jurisdiction of the upper-tier. If you start excluding properties that are not benefiting from the service, the rates on the different classes of property will not be in the same proportion to each other with the tax ratios established by the upper-tier under Section 308. Special Area Rates may be levied as an alternative, and must be geographic and not property class based, however, the waste management is not a service provided by the local municipality, therefore, the local municipality does not have the authority to establish a special area rate either. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Whether a special area levy or a special area rate (fee for service) model is used and is specific to properties using the service, the tax burden shifts onto the residential property tax base. The Waste Management Levy adopted by the Region is $7,615,200 for 2020. Staff conducted a very broad overview of the data and attempted to exclude properties that do not use the service from the assessment base and calculated the special area rate to be 0.086044% which is an increase of 61.9% from 0.053156% as set by the Region. Based on this calculation the impact on the average household increases the amount of taxes for waste management from $145.99 to $236.32. In reviewing the data it was determined that if a special area rate or fee for service were adopted, the fee would be $242.93 per household, which is based on 31,348 properties receiving the service. Under either scenario, a further review would have to be done in order to get accurate numbers to ensure all properties that are included in the calculation are receiving the service. Both scenarios would be manual and labour intensive to administer. In any event, the City of Niagara Falls does not have the authority to levy either of these scenarios as per the Municipal Act. 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M8.3_u.._:%8.5..m.mm_..._I.23E_=.EE._§mg:u===»=«.nwmma=5 uEoE.: nmniumaman:5unuuemmm2..m_§_:_onEmsmwmimi.Eo_:&bmN5%E58. v»<wEa.E.asB:=§E._5.onEouaw_:.:§&3=3=5mzz?cmmmon:5 rowanaEmuumm??z.\ Emzmo.m_ozuqmmI.?rma==§E=€33.83.32.mmuaa?erwnmmwon:3 u:.5E:_.aa:&3Fmzvmanno:AC. mi Page 118 of 247 1 Heather Ruzylo To:Bill Matson Subject:RE: BIA Budget Information - Report to Councl From: tim@vcbia.ca <tim@vcbia.ca> Sent: Thursday, July 9, 2020 1:00 PM To: Bill Matson <billmatson@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: RE: BIA Budget Information - Report to Councl Dear Bill: Our position is that if the council approves the budget then it is up to the Board Of Directors of the particular BIA to have the authority to move money around inside the budget as long as it does not exceed the budget. A prime example of this is a few years ago the City Of Niagara Falls had the option to get Regis and Kelly here for a live taping . The VCBIA di d not have that in as a budget line but we had other budget lines that we moved money to Marketing as Street Scape Maintenance could go another year without affecting the looks of the street scape. So there are things that pop up that are not budgeted that if we had to go to council for every change , we may loose the opportunity that just arises. I believe the Board of Directors is more than responsible to shift line items if needed. Our own board policy dictates that as a administrator I cannot exceed budget line items unless the Board of Directors passes a motion and its ratified by the board. Hope this helps . Tim Parker Office Administrator Victoria Centre BIA Scotiabank Convention Centre 6815 Stanley Avenue, Niagara Falls L2G 3Y9 Phone: 905-357-6222 x 7234 Cell: 905-714-3828 www.TopOfCliftonHill.com CLIFTON HILL DISTRICT – VICTORIA AVENUE From: Bill Matson <billmatson@niagarafalls.ca> Sent: July 8, 2020 11:38 PM To: Tish DiBellonia <tishd@americananiagara.com>; David Jovanovic <davidjovanovic.llbia@gmail.com>; ruthann@pattersonfuneralhome.com; Rick Tisi <rick@ingagedigital.com>; tim@vcbia.ca; suemingle@fallsviewboulevard.com; Harry Oakes <hoakes@cliftonhill.com>; info@queenstreetniagara.com; Ron Charbonneau <Roncharbonneau58@gmail.com>; Philip Lococo <philip.lococo@sympatico.ca> Cc: Ed Lustig <elustig@niagarafalls.ca>; Heather Ruzylo <hruzylo@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: BIA Budget Information - Report to Councl Page 119 of 247 2 For everyone’s information, the attached report will be listed on the Council Agenda of July 14, 2020 to look for some direction and clarification surrounding the yearly budget submissions. Bill Matson | City Clerk | Director of Clerks Services | City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street | Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 | (905) 356-7521 ext 4342 | Fax 905-356-9083 | billmatson@niagarafalls.ca niagarafalls.ca City of Niagara Falls facilities are closed to the public as of March 16 as a precautionary measure to stem the spread of COVID-19. We will continue to serve you online or by phone. We thank you in advance for your understanding, should we take longer than usual to respond to your inquiry. To keep up-to-date on City's COVID-19 response efforts, and the impact on City services, visit niagarafalls.ca/covid19. The City of Niagara Falls Confidentiality Notice The information contained in this communication including any attachments may be confidential, is intended only for the use of the recipient(s) named above, and may be legally privileged. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, disclosure or copying of this communication, or any of its contents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please re-send this communication to the sender and permanently delete the original and any copy from your computer system. Thank you Page 120 of 247 July 10, 2020 Mayor Jim Diodati & Members of City Council City of Niagara Falls 6310 Queen Street Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Dear Mayor Diodati & Members of City Council, Re: File no. 2020-09 BIAs Budget Submission to Council The Lundy’s Lane BIA has reviewed File No. 2020-09 regarding ‘Approval of Amendments by Council’ of BIA budgets that have been submitted. The position of the LLBIA is that option 1 is preferred as it allow BIAs the flexibility to make changes to approved expenditures as deemed necessary. As 2020 has proven, BIA’s need to be able to pivot quickly as conditions change. Some programs need to be scrapped and/or new initiatives need to be acted on quickly. Each BIA has a member of Council as a Municipal Rep on their respective boards to make sure that the Municipality is aware of the activities of their assigned BIA. Should a BIA decide to make a significant departure from their budget, then the Councillor/BIA should submit an updated budget to Council for approval. If Council or staff have any further questions, please feel free to contact the LLBIA at any time. Best Regards, David Jovanovic Tish DiBellonia Project Administrator, Chair, Lundy’s Lane BIA Lundy’s Lane BIA 905-401-8247 905-371-8579 Page 121 of 247 L-2020-07 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Legal Services SUBJECT: L-2020-07 Declare Surplus of Lands Secondary Walking Path into Corwin Park (Lands between 6462 Erwin Crescent & 6472 Erwin Crescent) Our File No. 2020-122 RECOMMENDATION 1. That in the event Council determines that it is in the public interest to do so, that the secondary walking path into Corwin Park (located between 6462 Erwin Crescent & 6472 Erwin Crescent), hereinafter referred to as the “Subject Lands”, as shown in red on the attached location map, be declared surplus to the City’s needs. 2. That the Mayor and City Clerk and Solicitor, be authorized to take whatever steps and sign whatever documents are required to carry out Recommendation 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Description: 5 ft. access lane between Lots 45 and 46 on Plan 121 (Part of PIN 64357-0180) Total Area: 5 ft. x 122.26 ft. (approximately 611.3 sq. ft.) Zoning: Residential 1C (R1C) Type of Property: Vacant Land – Access Lane/Walking Path Location: Subject Lands located between 6462 Erwin Crescent & 6472 Erwin Crescent Special Considerations: No infrastructure located within the Subject Lands. No easements required. Page 122 of 247 2 L-2020-07 July 14, 2020 BACKGROUND The City has received a request from the owners of 6472 Erwin Crescent to purchase the Subject Lands adjacent to their property. Prior to any conveyance, the Subject Lands must be declared surplus to the City’s needs. The Subject Lands are a narrow (approximately 5 ft.) grassy walking path leading into Corwin Park with a City-owned chain link fence running along the boundary of 6462 Erwin Crescent. The other side of the chain link fence (previously running along the boundary of 6472 Erwin Crescent) was recently removed by the City. The Municipal Works Department is working towards securing an additional entrance through Hydro One’s lands to the south of the Park. There is no firm timeline for entering into a Licence Agreement for the use of Hydro One’s lands, or, for the construction of the new entrance. However, City Staff are supportive of the sale of the Subject Lands as the existing entrance to Corwin Park is already substantially larger than the Subject Lands, being a 20 foot access lane off Walter Avenue and used as the primary entrance to the Park. The owner of 6462 Erwin Crescent was notified by registered mail of the City receiving the request to purchase the Subject Lands and to date the City has not received any comments or objections from the owner of 6462 Erwin Crescent. Public notice of the declaration of surplus of the Subject Lands was given in the July 6, 2020, issue of the Niagara Falls Review in accordance with the City’s By-law No. 2003- 02. CIRCULATION COMMENTS Information about the requested declaration of surplus was circulated to City departments for comment. The following summarizes the comments received to date:  Municipal Works The walking path is a narrow, secondary access into Corwin Park that is not clearly marked. The Subject Lands are less than desirable from an accessibility, maintenance and aesthetic point of view. Municipal Works supports the opportunit y to dispose of the Subject Lands, as it continues to work towards new plans for a new pathway through Hydro One lands located at the southern fence line of Corwin Park. No objections to the lands being declared surplus with the following requested conditions: Page 123 of 247 3 L-2020-07 July 14, 2020  The Purchaser shall pay for the closure of the fencing at the park perimeter at the path location, to be conducted by the City or City contractor, estimated at of a cost of $500.00; and  The Purchaser shall agree to the placement of a sign on the Subject Lands to advise park users of alternate entrance until such time as an alternative secondary entrance is completed.  Planning Department No objections to the lands being declared surplus with the following requested condition:  The Purchaser obtain a deeming by-law for its existing property as a condition of sale/transfer of the Subject Lands to ensure that the Subject Lands merge with the Purchaser’s existing property.  Fire Services No objections.  Transportation Services No objections.  Recreation & Culture No objections. Recreation & Culture supports the request, as residents will continue to have access to the park from the main entrance at Walter Avenue. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS In the event that the Subject Lands are sold at its appraised value, the City will recognize a return in the amount of the sale price. Further, the Subject Lands will immediately start generating tax revenue, and, the City will be no longer be responsible for the costs relating to maintenance of the Subject Lands. The Purchaser will be responsible for all costs relating to the sale of the Subject Lands, including, but not limited to, the public notice, reference plan, appraisal, deeming by-law, and the closure of the fencing at the park perimeter. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The proposed transaction is in keeping with Council’s commitment to customer service excellence, organizational efficiency and effectiveness, and the creation of a well-planned City. Page 124 of 247 4 L-2020-07 July 14, 2020 ATTACHMENTS Attachment “A” – Location Map Attachment “B” – Part of Plan 121 (showing dimensions) Attachment “C” – Picture of Subject Lands (as of May 30, 2020) Recommended by: Ed Lustig, Acting City Solicitor Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Attachments Page 125 of 247 5 L-2020-07 July 14, 2020 ATTACHMENT “A” LOCATION MAP Page 126 of 247 6 L-2020-07 July 14, 2020 ATTACHMENT “B” PART OF PLAN 121 (SHOWING DIMENSIONS) Page 127 of 247 7 L-2020-07 July 14, 2020 ATTACHMENT “C” PICTURE OF SUBJECT LANDS (AS OF MAY 30, 2020) Page 128 of 247 PBD-2020-43 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2020-43 Recreational Vehicle & Trailer Parking By-law No. 79-200 RECOMMENDATION 1. That Council maintain the regulations in Zoning By-law No. 79-200 prohibiting parking and storing recreational vehicles and trailers in the front, interior side and exterior side yards in the R1A, R1B, R1C, R1D, R1E, R1F, R2 and R3 zones; 2. That staff be directed to recommence enforcement of the Zoning By-law with respect to the parking and storing of recreational vehicles and trailers in residential zones; and 3. That staff be directed to initiate an amendment to the Zoning By-law that would allow recreational vehicles and trailers to be parked in a driveway for up to 14 days per calendar year for the purpose of loading and unloading. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In 2008, Council passed an amendment to Zoning By-law No. 79-200 which introduced regulations prohibiting parking and storing recreational vehicles and trailers in the front, interior side and exterior side yards of properties in the City’s residential zones (R1A, R1B, R1C, R1D, R1E, R2 and R3). In 2011, Council passed another amending by-law that added the same regulations to the R1F zone. Council took this action to prevent parked recreational vehicles and trailers from altering the character of neighbourhoods and blocking sightlines of residents. Complaints regarding parked recreational vehicles and trailers in the front yards of residential properties are quite common. Staff have had success in getting recreational vehicle owners to comply with the City’s zoning regulations. In 2018, Cou ncil heard from a resident who had received a notice to remove an RV parked in his driveway. Council responded by asking staff to review the City’s parking restrictions, what standards are used in other municipalities, and to report back. Council directed staff to cease enforcement of the By-law with respect to RVs until the matter could be reviewed. A review of regulations in other municipalities in the Region has revealed that they vary greatly. There is no consistency. Each municipality has chosen its own unique regulations. The standards adopted by the City of St. Catharines are most similar to our own. Other municipalities, generally speaking, either prohibit RVs or permit them with some limitations. Page 129 of 247 2 PBD-2020-43 July 14, 2020 Regardless of the regulations there will always be those who seek an exception. Many who have recreational vehicles and trailers would prefer to park them in the driveways of their residences. Those who live next door often complain and want them removed. The City enforces its Zoning By-law on a complaint basis. This means that unless a property owner submits a formal compliant, a zoning infraction may go unenforced. Given the contentious nature of the issue, staff recommend that Council maintain the current regulations, but add provisions to allow for loading of RVs, trailers, boats, etc and direct staff to recommence the enforcement of the City’s regulations regarding parking and storing recreational vehicles and trailers in residential zones. BACKGROUND Zoning By-law No. 79-200 is the City’s comprehensive zoning by-law which regulates the use of land and the construction of buildings and structures in the north half of the City, as shown on Schedule 1. In 2008, the City initiated a number of housekeeping amendments to the Zoning By-law. One of the amendments addressed the extent of lot area that could be used as a surface parking in the City’s residential zones (R1A-R1E, R2 & R3) where detached, semi- detached, duplex, and on-street townhouse dwellings are permitted. Council approved the following for R1 to R3 zones:  Established the maximum percentage of lot area that can be used as a surface parking area at 30%;  Established the maximum width of a driveway or parking area in the front yard of a lot to 60% of the lot frontage, but in no case more than 9 metres for a detached, semi-detached and duplex dwelling and 60% of the lot frontage for an on -street townhouse dwelling;  Established the maximum area of a rear yard which can be used as a parking area at 40 square metres; and  Established the maximum area of an exterior side yard that can be used as a parking area at 67% of the yard up to a maximum of 50 square metres. At the same time, Council also passed by-law regulations that prohibited the storage of recreational vehicles and trailers in front and side yards. RVs are allowed in rear yards where they would be less noticeable and have a lesser impact on the character of a neighbourhood. Refer to Schedule 2 for an example of an RV parked in a front yard. By passing the regulations in 2008, those vehicles and trailers which were parked in front, exterior and interior yards prior to that date obtained what is known as legal non- conforming status because they legally existed prior to the regulation. Anyone who cannot adhere to the zoning standards has the opportunity to seek a variance through the Committee of Adjustment. There have been no applications to the Committee Page 130 of 247 3 PBD-2020-43 July 14, 2020 or to Council. Complaints are, nonetheless, regularly received by staff regarding parked recreational vehicles and trailers, mostly in front yards, where they block sightlines and alter the character of a neighbourhood. In some cases owners have not only parked vehicles and trailers in their front yard since the regulations came into fo rce, but they have acquired larger trailers and continue to park them in the front yard which have an even greater impact. Refer to Schedule 3 for an example. Staff are of the opinion that an increase the size of a legal non-conforming trailer requires an application to the Committee of Adjustment to extend a legal non-conforming use. In this way, neighbours are notified and have an opportunity to participate in the decision making process. COUNCIL DIRECTION In 2018, Council heard from a resident who had received a notice from the City to remove the RV parked in his driveway. The resident voiced concerns about what is allowed, and the risks and costs he would incur if he had to store his recreational vehicle at a storage facility rather than at his residence. Council responded by requesting staff to review the City’s parking restrictions, what is done elsewhere, and to report back. Council directed staff to cease enforcement of the By-law with respect to RVs until the matter could be reviewed. THE ISSUE Recreational vehicle and trailer ownership appears to be growing based on the number of complaints the City receives each year about them being parked in front yards in residential areas and the interest in developing facilities to store them (i.e. Treasure Chest). The storage of these vehicles is clearly contentious, with owners desiring to store them where they live and neighbours wishing that they would be parked elsewhere to maintain the enjoyment of their homes and neighbourhoods. In other cases, complaints have been received about recreational vehicles and trailers being used as residences. This should not be allowed nor perpetuated. Recreational vehicles and trailers are not designed nor intended for year-round use. Further, the City has a specific Camping Establishment Zone (CE Zone) where they are allowed to be used for temporary or seasonal occupancy. Staff researched the size and length of various forms of RVs (see attached Schedule 4 for class types). A pick-up truck camper (Class C) has a length of 5.7metres and height of 2.5 metres while a motorized recreational vehicle (Class A) varied in length from 6.3 metres to 10 metres with heights exceeding 4 metres. Given that contemporary front yard depth in the R1C to R3 zones is 6 metres and side yard widths can be as low as 0.9 metres to 1.2 metres, most RVs and trailers would exceed the length of a driveway and would not fit in an interior side yard. Page 131 of 247 4 PBD-2020-43 July 14, 2020 OTHER MUNICIPALITIES In undertaking a review of the issue of RV parking, staff consulted the Zoning By-laws of the City of St. Catharines, Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Town of Pelham, City of Welland, and the Town of Fort Erie. The City of St. Catharines is similar to the City of Niagara Falls in that it does not allow recreational vehicles (RVs) to be parked in the front and exterior yards. For example, in St. Catharines’ R1 and R2 zones, RVs are required to provide front and exterior yards that are the same as for a dwelling. As such, in the R1 zone a dwelling and an RV would have to provide a front yard and exterior yard of 6 metres and 4 metres, respectively. In an R2 zone a dwelling and an RV would have to provide a front and exterior yard of 3 metres and 3 metres, respectively. In all other zones there is a standard requirement that they be located outside of a required front and exterior side yard. In all zones, RVs have to be parked at least 0.6 of a metre from the side lot line. The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake permits RVs to be parked anywhere on a residential property provided that it is not over 7 metres in length and parked at least 1 metre from a side lot line. Since the typical front yard depth in Niagara Falls is 6.0 metres, it would mean that a 7.0 metre RV would overhang the City property and could interfere with City sidewalks where they exist. In Pelham, an RV is permitted to be parked in a residential zone, but where it occurs in a front yard or exterior side yard, a minimum setback of 1.5 metres is required from the front lot line and exterior side lot line for sight clearance purposes. The maximum length of a RV that can be parked on a residential property is largely determined by the space available and any restriction caused by buildings on the lot. Essentially the regulation is permissive, and is only concerned with sightlines at intersections and minimal visibility at the ends of driveways. The City of Welland allows its residents to store boats, trailers or other recreational vehicles provided they maintain at least one legal parking space on a property. The maximum length of an RV that can be parked is 10 metres and it must be pa rked within the rear or interior side yard on a stable surface such as asphalt, concrete, interlocking brick or similar surface. However, from May 15th to October 15th they can be parked in any legal parking area (driveway) provided the vehicle or trailer is setback a minimum of 5 metres from the curb face abutting the street or edge of the paved surface of the street where no street curb exists. The disadvantage of this regulation is that it allows RVs to be parked in a driveway during the months that appear to upset neighbours the most. Lastly, the Town of Fort Erie allows the storage of an RV on a residential lot provided it is setback a minimum of 1 metre from the side and rear lot line, a minimum of 4.5 metres from the front lot line and, in the case of a corner lot, it has to be stored outside of the daylighting triangle in addition to the front yard setback. Notwithstanding these requirements, an RV may be stored temporarily for a period of up to 72 hours, a maximum of 6 times a year, between May 1st and October 31st, in the front yard. However, they can never be parked in the daylighting triangle on any corner lot. Page 132 of 247 5 PBD-2020-43 July 14, 2020 ANALYSIS Council established the current regulations for parking RVs with the intent of reducing their impact on the character of neighbourhoods and ensuring public safety. It is understandable that many RV owners would prefer to store an RV at their homes rather than incur the additional expense to store it elsewhere. However, since the majority of the City’s R1 zones and the R2 and R3 zones have front yard setbacks of 6.0 metres, RVs can take up the entire length of the driveway. Thus, there are safety concerns for neighbours whose sightlines are blocked and a hazard for pedestrian who are using the sidewalks. ENFORCEMENT It is concluded that the current requirements of the zoning by-law should be maintained. The issue is not when vehicles are parked in driveways to load and unload, but when they are parked or stored for days and weeks on end Anyone who parked an RV, trailer, etc. in a front or side yard prior to 2008 (with photographic proof) may continue to do so. However, if the owner acquires a larger RV, etc., it will necessitate an application for minor variance through the Committee of Adjustment. Other owners may find it more feasible to store RVs, etc. at a facility over the cost of an application fee to extend a legal non- conforming use. The City could modify its current regulations to accommodate loading and unloading as is done in some other municipalities. Council may wish to direct staff to initiate an amendment to the current regulations to allow recreational vehicles and trailers to be parked in a driveway for the purpose of loading and unloading for up to a total of 14 days per calendar year. Anyone wishing to load or unload would have to advise the City. It may be administratively difficult to monitor and would still necessitate responding on a complaint basis. The fact that the City has not been enforcing its zoning regulations regarding recreational vehicle and trailer parking and storage for the past year has not legalized situations where they were parked contrary to the regulations. If Council chooses to change the regulations, they will be enforced accordingly. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS This report has no financial implications. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT This proposal does not impact any of the City’s strategic commitments. Page 133 of 247 6 PBD-2020-43 July 14, 2020 LIST OF ATTACHMENTS  Schedule 1 – Portion of the City Regulated by Zoning By-law No. 79-200  Schedule 2 – Example of a Recreational Vehicle Stored in a Front Yard  Schedule 3 – Example of the Size and Number of Stored Trailers Changing Over Time  Schedule 4 – RVs by Class Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer K.Mech/A.Herlovitch:cv Attach. S:\PDR\2020\PBD-2020-43, Recreational Vehicle & Trailer Parking.docx Page 134 of 247 7 PBD-2020-43 July 14, 2020 SCHEDULE 1 Page 135 of 247 8 PBD-2020-43 July 14, 2020 SCHEDULE 2 Page 136 of 247 9 PBD-2020-43 July 14, 2020 SCHEDULE 3 Page 137 of 247 10 PBD-2020-43 July 14, 2020 SCHEDULE 4 – RVs BY CLASS Page 138 of 247 1 Heather Ruzylo To:Bill Matson Subject:RE: PBD-2020-43 From: Sent: Thursday, July 9, 2020 12:20 PM To: CouncilMembers <councilmembers@niagarafalls.ca> Cc: Bill Matson <billmatson@niagarafalls.ca>; Alex Herlovitch <aherlovitch@niagarafalls.ca>; Ken Todd <ktodd@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: PBD-2020-43 July 09, 2020 Attention : City Council Mr. Bill Matson, City Clerk Mr. Ken Todd, CAO Mr. Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning Re : PBD-2020-43 Recreational Vehicle & Trailer Parking By-law No. 79-200 Dear City Council: I would like to request deferral of report No. PBD-2020-43 until at least September 2020. This report is being presented at a time when most RV’ers are away camping and therefore I believe it is unfair to consider it at a time when the people who are most impacted are not here to comment on it. As well, I don’t believe that this item was advertised, nor people who own RV’s were given notice. I myself will not be here to offer comments beyond this email because I will be away camping until July 19th. I believe this would be especially disconcerting at a time with COVID-19 restrictions, when campers finally get to use their equipment to enjoy the outdoors are faced with this dilemma. Therefore, I ask for your consideration to defer this report until the fall when camping season is over, so many of the people who will be directly impact will have the ability to comment. Sincerely, Niagara Falls, Ont. L2H 3E8 Sent from Page 139 of 247 1 Heather Ruzylo Subject:PBD-2020-43 From: Jay & Melissa < Sent: Friday, July 10, 2020 5:56 PM To: CouncilMembers <councilmembers@niagarafalls.ca>; Clerk <clerk@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: Re: PBD-2020-43 Dear Council Members, We would also like to request to defer the report NO. PBD-2020-43 until October 2020 when the campgrounds are all closed. It is not the owners of these trailers' faults that we cannot use them because campgrounds have canceled our reservations due to Covid-19. Or that we pulled them out of storage early because we planned on going camping for Easter like we do every year. Many people pulled their trailers out of storage so that their front-line family members can self-isolate in a trailer. And many trailers were donated to families by the local RV businesses and trailer owners. These random acts of kindness to these workers may have resulted in a few more trailers being in people's driveways the past few months but is not a reason to amend a by-law. Yes, more people have purchased trailers in the past few months, which I believe is a good thing. Owners like us aren't spending money in Mexico or the Caribean, we are spending our money here in Ontario; talking about Niagara Falls with the people we meet when they ask us "where are you from?" This conversation usually leads to "We were there years ago, we should go back there." Even though all of this may not have anything to do with the by-law, we believe that rush ing into a decision and not letting the people have a chance to be heard is ridiculous, and doesn't sound like something council would do. We do agree that neighbors should be able to see when leaving their driveways, but I have yet to see a trailer in a driveway that is an eyesore or lowers the curb appeal in a neighborhood. (I drive a school bus -and I see a lot of neighborhoods!) Perhaps reminding the public that this bylaw is in place would be more beneficial. There are more important matters that need to be dealt with (like the constant rescues at the Glen) than having a trailer sit in a driveway because of a global pandemic. Sincerely, Melissa and Jason Page 140 of 247 PBD-2020-45 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2020-45 Request to Remove Condition of Draft Plan Approval St. Thomas More Subdivision 26T-11-2019-003 Applicant: Corbett Land Strategies (Nick Wood) Owner: 1956662 Ontario Inc. (Y & Z Zahavy) RECOMMENDATION That Council not amend the conditions of Draft Plan Approval. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On May 12, 2020, Council considered an application for a plan of subdivision and to amend the zoning for the property at 6642 St. Thomas More Drive. Council approved the plan of subdivision and the rezoning application. The plan of subdivision was granted to a series of conditions of approval. Condition 14 of the draft approval requires that the developer install an automatic sprinkler unit in all residential units fronting on the extension of St. Thomas More Drive. The applicant has now requested that Condition 14 be removed from the list of conditions. The Fire Department’s position is uncharged because of the length of the street without a secondary means of access. Staff supports the retention of Condition 14. BACKGROUND An application to amend the zoning and to subdivide the lands at 6642 St. Thomas More Drive (former St. Thomas More School) (Schedule 1 – Location Map) to allow for 12 street townhouse units fronting on Carlton Avenue and 18 lots for detached dwellings (Schedule 2 – Plan of Subdivision) on the extension of St. Thomas More Drive was granted by Council on May 12, 2020. Among the recommended conditions of draft plan approval for the subdivision was a requirement that “The developer installs an automatic sprinkler system in all residential units, due to the lack of a secondary emergency access and the single access route exceeding 90 metres in accordance with NFPA13D.” At the time of the public meeting, Council heard that neither the Ontario Fire Code nor the Ontario Building Code require sprinklers in detached dwellings. The Fire Chief spoke to the importance of sprinklers in the event the single point of access became blocked during Page 141 of 247 2 PBD-2020-45 July 14, 2020 an emergency event. A lengthy discussion occurred at the Council meeting. In the end, no objection was offered to include a condition to require sprinklers in the detached dwellings. The applicant has now requested that Condition 14 requiring the installation of sprinklers be removed from Draft Plan Approval. The applicant cites that at the same meeting a plan of condominium was granted without the requirement for the installation of sprinklers. The request was circulated to the Fire Services Department and the position of Fire is unchanged. The preference is that sprinklers be installed as the street exceeds a length of 90 metres without a secondary means of access. No change in conditions can therefore be recommended. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS There are no direct financial implications. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The requested amendment does not alter the pl an’s consistency to contribute to Diverse and Affordable Housing Initiatives. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS  Schedule 1 – Location Map  Schedule 2 – Subdivision Plan Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer A.Herlovitch:cr Attach. S:\PDR\2020\PBD-2020-45, 26T-11-2019-003, Request to Remove Condition of Draft Plan Approval - St. Thomas More Subdivision.docx Page 142 of 247 3 PBD-2020-45 July 14, 2020 Schedule 1 – Location Map Page 143 of 247 4 PBD-2020-45 July 14, 2020 Schedule 2 – Subdivision Plan Page 144 of 247 R&C-2020-11 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Recreation & Culture SUBJECT: R&C-2020-11 Recognition of Wilma Morrison RECOMMENDATION 1. That Council approve the below recommendations of the ad hoc committee to recognize Wilma Morrison. Recommendations: (i) That the Eastern Courtyard at new Cultural Hub be named “The Wilma Morrison Courtyard”, in her honour, with lettering in a prominent location; (ii) The public art panel in the Wilma Morrison Courtyard (panel on eastern part of Cultural building) be focused on Wilma and her work (this will be temporary during the first rotation for public art); (iii) That the Black History permanent exhibit at the Niagara Falls History Museum be dedicated to Wilma Morrison. 2. That the City recognizes Wilma Morrison’s dedication to the Black history of the community by re- installing the street signs with the ‘Running Man’ icon in the Peer Street area. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY At the May 12, 2020, City Council meeting, a letter was received from Jim Doherty from the Niagara Military Museum regarding the untimely passing of Wilma Morrison and the need to recognize her work on preserving and promoting the role of the Black community in the history of Niagara Falls, the Niagara Region and beyond. Council deferred this request to staff. The City of Niagara Falls, Recreation & Culture Department was directed by Council to strike a committee to determine the best way to recognize the efforts of Wilma Morrison . The committee consisted of her friends, family, local history stakeholders and city staff. They met twice to discuss the proposal and to look at the best way to remember the work Wilma did in recognizing, presenting and contributing to our understanding of Black History in Niagara Falls. Page 145 of 247 2 R&C-2020-11 July 14, 2020 BACKGROUND W ilma Morrison was a dedicated historian. Mrs. Morrison is recognized on the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame (inducted in 2007) for her contributions. Her bio on the WOF states: For many years this Niagara Falls citizen of black ancestry has given extensively of her time, energy and talents to create awareness and appreciation of the contributions made by the many black pioneers and residents of Niagara’s history. In particular, Wilma was instrumental in establishing a local collection of historical documents and memorabilia in the Norval F. Johnson Memorial Library (N.F.J. Library), located next to the British Methodist Episcopal Church (circa 1836), on Peer Street. In addition, she worked diligently to organize the Freedom Trail Tours of the Niagara Region, regularly assuming the role of hostess to give tours of the BME church and the NFJ Library. When the B.M.E. Church was in desperate need of repairs, Wilma, along with several other church members, was influential in raising funds for its restoration. Wilma was an active member of many local heritage, culture and community affairs organizations. She has worked tirelessly with the Niagara Catholic & District School Boards to help educate young people in our local black history. In addition, her extensive knowledge has been invaluable in the development of the exhibits and programming for the Niagara Falls Board of Museums. Wilma L. Morrison has been recognized extensively on both sides of the border, as well as provincially, for her volunteerism, and her diligence in preserving the black heritage in the Niagara Region. Additional Accolades and significant achievements since her induction onto the Wall of Fame: • Instrumental in having the BME church recognized as a National Historic Site ; • Recognized in 2008 with the first Lieutenant Governor’s Ontario Heritage Award; • An honorary degree from Brock University (2010); • Order of Ontario (2011). The committee examined the proposal by Mr. Doherty and discussed several other ways in which the City could recognize Mrs. Morrison for her contributions to our understanding of our community. The committee was composed of: City Representatives Clark Bernat, Culture & Museums Manager Page 146 of 247 3 R&C-2020-11 July 14, 2020 Peggy Boyle, Municipal Heritage Planner Kathy Moldenhauer, Director of Recreation and Culture Community Representatives Jim Doherty Lois Dix Elize Johnson Sybil Wilson Tracy Chambers Rosalie Cain Bernie Nehring Kim Gibson After long discussions about possibilities, the committee believes that the following three ways would best recognize her work in Niagara Falls: • Courtyard at new Cultural Hub named in her honour, with lettering in a prominent location; • The public art panel in the Wilma Morrison Courtyard (panel on eastern part of the Cultural building) is focused on Wilma and her work. This will be temporary during the first rotation for public art; • The Black History permanent exhibit at the Niagara Falls History Museum is dedicated to her. During the discussions, the committee talked about the ‘Running Man’ icons that were once installed in the neighbourhood, but now gone. The City had also put the icon on the current Grey Street. The City worked with the local heritage community in 2001 to install the icon, which is internationally recognized as a sign of an escaped slave, in several locations and promised to ensure that they would be maintained by the City. With the passing of Mrs. Morrison, it would be prudent to also live up to this commitment and recognize the important work of Mrs. Morrison in providing recognition to those who contributed to the early history of our community. The Niagara Falls Museums will also be hosting the exhibition “North is Freedom” by photographer Yuri Dojc. This evocative photographic exhibition celebrates the descendants of freedom-seekers who escaped slavery in the United States in the years before the American Civil War. Some came entirely alone and unaided; others f ound their way to Canada with the help of a clandestine network of "conductors" and "stations" called the "Underground Railroad." Approximately 30,000 men, women and children fled north to freedom, settling from the Canadian Maritimes as far west as the Manitoba border. Most came to what is now Ontario, to places such as Windsor, Chatham, Buxton, the Niagara Peninsula, Owen Sound, and larger cities like Hamilton and Toronto. Mrs. Morrison was highlighted in this exhibition and we are excited to open it this September. Page 147 of 247 4 R&C-2020-11 July 14, 2020 Current Grey Ave. sign with Running Man icon ANALYSIS/RATIONALE The committee came to these decisions for several reasons. The Cultural Hub will be constructed close to the British Methodist Episcopal Church that Mrs. Morrison was so active in preserving. The area was also the centre of the early Black community and those who knew her best liked the courtyard naming because of her commitment to ensure that people communicated with each other and that they have dialogue and understanding of where they come from and their history. The art installation would provide context and as one committee member stated, this is the “ideal place to narrate the reason for the naming”. The committee wished for the addition to the museum galleries, due to the time frame for the hub to come into fruition, and that the exhibition dedication could be done in the more immediate future by Museum staff. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS At this time there is a minimal additional cost to implement these additions. Some additional signage will be required for the Hub to recognize Wilma Morrison. This would add some additional costs to include the naming based on the current wayfinding and signage scheme. Lettering on the museums’ exhibit space will have modest costs and staff time to implement. The course of action for this has not been determined. And the art panel would have already had a budgetary cost for the operation of the Cultural Hub. Page 148 of 247 5 R&C-2020-11 July 14, 2020 CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Create vibrant and authentic places and spaces, and evolve the City’s role in arts, culture and heritage. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS R&C-2020-11- Attachment #1 Wilma Morrison recognition Hub courtyard image Recommended by: Kathy Moldenhauer, Director of Recreation and Culture Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 149 of 247 MAIN STREET PLAZA ugh Page 150 of 247 1AHAFALLS CULTURAL .MARKEF HALLsawsCOMMHTEEMEEF MARKET HALL ENTRANCE (Revised) VI -'"I 1 ,\Q) I '' M ‘l ?g?‘‘-I‘ I59R—7374-;’ L. mus-xmrmm ',,‘“E W" uxmnuuLwao7En“~ Asmu PAVMG K a%R:|'/>2.: \“‘~~.\_Gu“FLUSHcom’: cuna M:-u??lllx Page 151 of 247 TS-2020-19 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Transportation Services Department SUBJECT: TS-2020-19 Speed Control Programs Lawn Sign Road Safety Campaign RECOMMENDATION That Council direct Staff to implement a temporary ‘Lawn Sign Road Safety Campaign’ for the 2020 calendar year as detailed in TS-2020-19 and report back to Council on its effectiveness and recommendations for a permanent program. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A Lawn Sign Road Safety Campaign provides another tool to confront the issue of speeding on residential streets. The intent is to raise awareness to the issue of speeding and to remind drivers of the importance to drive safely and obey the speed limit. Transportation staff have investigated lawn sign programs in other municipalities and are recommending to pilot a Lawn Sign Road Safety Campaign for Niagara Falls in 2020. The cost of lawn a sign is approximately $16.50 per sign. There are funds within Transportations 2020 operating budget to make approximately 100 signs at a cost of approximately $1,650. Based on the success of the program, funding for additional signs will be included in the 2021 budget deliberations. BACKGROUND This report is in response to the June 23, 2020 Council motion that Staff prepare a report detailing the costs, timelines and procedures to pilot a temporary Lawn Sign Road Safety Campaign. Page 152 of 247 2 TS-2020-19 July 14, 2020 ANALYSIS/RATIONALE Historically, requests have been received from residents for additional road safety measures to address concerns of speeding and aggressive driving on neighbourhood streets. The proposed Lawn signs are a cost effective method to bring awareness and to educate motorists of their driving behaviours. The use of lawn signs for promoting road safety is increasingly more common as municipalities in the Greater Toronto Area, and elsewhere in the Niagara Region have implemented campaigns in recent years. This has prompted a requests about the possibility of a similar program in Niagara Falls. City staff receive numerous concerns annually from residents regarding excessive speeding on residential roadways. To address these concerns, staff utilize available programs such as traffic calming measures, driver feedback signs, and promoting the use of the Neighbourhood Speed Watch program to residents. In addition the Niagara Regional Police Services assist City Staff with enforcement and monitoring activities aimed at reducing the speed of vehicles travelling on residential roadways. A Lawn Sign Road Safety Campaign provides another tool to confront the issue of speeding on residential streets. The intent is to raise awareness to the issue of speeding and to remind drivers of the importance to drive safely and obey the speed limit. Transportation staff have investigated lawn sign programs in other municipalities and are recommending to pilot a Lawn Sign Road Safety Campaign for Niagara Falls in 2020. The following outlines the details of the proposed Lawn Sign Road Safety Campaign: Lawn Sign Design Lawn signs will be printed double sided and constructed with a durable material (coroplast) with a metal stake provided. The size of the signs will be approximately 48 centimeters (19 inches) wide by 40 centimeters (16 inches) tall. The design of the sign itself will be completed by City staff, ensuring professionalism and branding. A draft of the sign is illustrated in Attachment 1. Sign Costs The cost of lawn signs is approximately $16.50 per sign. There are funds within the Transportations 2020 operating budget to make approximately 100 signs, or approximately $1,650. Based on the success of the program, funding for additional signs will be included in the 2021 budget deliberations. Guidelines for Lawn Sign Placement To ensure the success of the Lawn Sign Road Safety Campaign and to ensure the placement of signs do not create a sightline obstruction or a hazard for any roadway users, staff propose the following program guidelines. Page 153 of 247 3 TS-2020-19 July 14, 2020 The signs must:  be set-back a minimum of 0.6 meters (2 feet) from curb or edge of the roadway;  not obstruct the travelled portion of the roadway, median, traffic island, sidewalk, bicycle path, or multi-use trail;  be inserted into the ground using the wire frame only;  be placed where it will not obstruct sight lines for pedestrians, cyclists or drivers; and,  be placed as supplied and without further illumination or the use of reflective tape. Any lawn signs determined to be unsafe or require relocation for any reason may be removed or relocated by City transportation staff. Sign Distribution The City would offer one sign per household, on a first come first serve basis, free of charge to the residents. Transportation staff will be working with other departments to establish a distribution method to be in place and communicated to the public by mid-August 2020. Sign By-Law The proposed lawn signs are not in contravention with the City of Niagara Falls, Sign By-Law 2008-224, as amended, as this type of sign pertains to a public safety initiative (per Section 3.5.1(b)). Following the manufacturing and distribution of the lawn signs in August 2020, Transportation staff will evaluate the uptake and public response to the program and report back to Council before the end of 2020 to coincide with 2021 budget deliberations. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The production of the lawn signs is to be carried out by an external printing copy and supplied to the residents by Transportation Services staff. The material costs will be accounted for within the 2020 General Purposes Budget. It is estimated that the cost to produce the signs is approximately $1,650. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Encourage multi-modal travel and active transportation initiatives, and enhance motorist, cyclist and pedestrian safety. Page 154 of 247 4 TS-2020-19 July 14, 2020 LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Attachment 1 – Sample of Lawn Sign graphics Recommended by: Erik Nickel, Director of Municipal Works Mathew Bilodeau, Manager of Transportation Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 155 of 247 SLOWDOWN www.niagarafalls.caPage 156 of 247 www.niagarafalls.ca SLOW DOWNPLEASE Page 157 of 247 SLOWDOWN www.niagarafalls.caPage 158 of 247 www.niagarafalls.ca SLOW DOWNPLEASE Page 159 of 247 IS-2020-02 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Information Systems SUBJECT: IS-2020-02 Committee Room Upgrades RECOMMENDATION 1. That Council authorize staff to proceed with a capital project for technical upgrades including the ability to run video conferences to both Committee Room 2 and the MacBain Community Center Boardroom with a budget of $80,000 to be funded using capital reserves. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY With the COVID-19 pandemic and push for meetings to be more electronic, the municipality has an urgent need to upgrade some of our larger boardrooms that have more capacity to enable them to host video meetings, enable wireless presentations and install a more modern and user friendly interface that make it easier for staff to use the rooms. The City has received two quotes for each meeting space and feel a budget of $80,000 would be sufficient to upgrade both meeting rooms with a bulk of it being spent on Committee Room 2, approximately $70,000, and the remaining $10,000 spent on the MacBain Community Centre Boardroom. BACKGROUND Technology in both meeting spaces is old and does not support video conferencing or newer technologies. The technology in both rooms have not been updated in almost 20 years and does not always support newer devices that staff or the public wish to use. The user experience in both rooms is not very user friendly and there is an immediate need to upgrade both spaces. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE Updating both of these rooms will aid the City in meeting the need for social distancing today and will allow teams to meet going forward virtually and cut down on travel expenses. With the proliferation of wireless devices; both rooms will now support a superior wireless experience. Page 160 of 247 2 IS-2020-02 July 14, 2020 FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The budget of $80,000 for this project can be funded using capital reserves. Specifically there is a capital reserve, CSPR 23 for IS Equipment and Computers totalling $72,158.07 available for this project with the remaining $7,841.93 available from unallocated IS capital reserves. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Capital budget worksheet – Committee Room 2 and MacBain Community Centre Boardroom Technical Upgrades Recommended by: Steve Norris, Director of Information Systems Approved by: Tiffany Clark, Director of Finance Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer D. Etherington Page 161 of 247 Attachment 1 IS-2020-02 Requesting Department:Project Priority/Need Division:(High, Med, Low): Project Name:Project Start Date: Project Type:Estimated End Date: Asset Type:Project ID#: Project Description: Business Case: How does this tie into the Strategic Plan? Development Related:Yes No X Is there external Yes If Yes -->Yes funding available?No X No Estimate (Please check one) Quote X Please attach any supporting documentation. Impact on Operating Budget: (eg. Debt Charges) Is the cost summary: Annual maintenance costs of approximately $2,000.00 Conference Room Upgrades 31-Aug-20 Rehabilitation The purpose of the project is to upgrade 2 of our existing boardrooms by adding the ability to hold video conferences. Yes, funding is confirmed No, funding has not been confirmed This upgrade will provide staff the ability to better communicate and collaborate, both internally and externally and reduce unecessary travel and face to face interaction. Due to the new reality of social distancing a number of our smaller committee rooms are not currently functional. The technology in most of our boardrooms is quite outdated. By equipping the rooms with newer technology we can equip staff to social distance and enable meetings at several locations to happen at once. This will also assist in reduced transportation costs going forward for both external & internal staff meetings. As part of this project Committee Room 2 will be setup to be used as one large conference room or 2 medium sized conference rooms. Video conferencing is a better means of communication than audio conferencing. Committee Room 2 and MacBain Boardroom Technical Upgrades ASAP Capital Budget Worksheet 2020 Finance Information Systems High Page 162 of 247 Requesting Department: Division: Project Name: 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Opening Balance - Jan. 01 (Surplus)/Deficit Expenditure Forcast Consulting Land/Building Furniture/Equipment 80,000 Construction: Roads Water Storm Sewers Sanitary Sewers Sitework/Landscaping Contingency Other TOTAL EXPENDITURES 80,000 - - - - Funding Sources Transfer from Operating: Operating Sewer Water Special Purpose Reserves Capital SPRs (80,000) OLG Reserve Funds Development Charges Debentures Gas Tax Provincial/Federal Grants External Contributions Other TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES (80,000) - - - - Closing Balance - Dec. 31 (Surplus)/Deficit - - Capital Budget Worksheet 2020 - - - - - Finance Information Systems Committee Room 2 and MacBain Boardroom Technical Upgrades - - - Page 163 of 247 F-2020-33 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Finance SUBJECT: F-2020-33 Municipal Accounts RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the municipal accounts totaling $22,988,893.59 for the period May 19, 2020 to June 24, 2020. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The accounts have been reviewed by the Director of Finance and the by-law authorizing payment is listed on tonight’s Council agenda. Recommended by: Tiffany Clark, Director of Finance Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 164 of 247 Page 1 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount 1057636 ONTARIO LTD 438142 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 2,896.90 1198983 ONTARIO LIMITED 438143 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 1,840.91 1254225 ONTARIO INC 438144 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 230.45 1340258 ONTARIO INC 437803 27-May-2020 REFUND 94.11 1434273 ONTARIO LTD 438515 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 237.30 1448116 ONTARIO LIMITED 438145 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 791.92 1492357 ONTARIO LIMITED 438146 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 5,556.02 1578917 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A WILLIAMS PLUMBING AND HEATING 438018 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 298.32 1602017 ONT NIC - BEN SOJI 437804 27-May-2020 REFUND 181.48 1692695 ONTARIO LTD 438147 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 1,281.61 1776415 ONTARIO LTD O/A PURE WATER NIAGARA 437805 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 550.00 1776415 ONTARIO LTD O/A PURE WATER NIAGARA 438148 10-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 31.25 1921686 ONTARIO LTD 438149 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 1,039.87 2037819 ONTARIO INC 438307 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 2,422.38 2111443 ONTARIO LTD 438150 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 511.36 2207848 ONTARIO INC 438308 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 222.22 2230509 ONTARIO INC 438151 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 4,250.00 2284114 ONTARIO INC 438152 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 447.57 2348441 ONTARIO INC O/A MR QUICK CAR WASH 437716 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 141.25 2529294 ONTARIO LIMITED 438450 24-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 117,972.41 2578139 ONTARIO INC O/A HALCO PORTABLES 438153 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 4,526.78 2578139 ONTARIO INC O/A HALCO PORTABLES 438019 03-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 4,079.30 2578139 ONTARIO INC O/A HALCO PORTABLES 438309 17-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 4,782.16 2578139 ONTARIO INC O/A HALCO PORTABLES 438451 24-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 4,288.97 2578139 ONTARIO INC O/A HALCO PORTABLES 437806 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 5,537.00 2581576 ONTARIO INC 438310 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 6,137.67 2635769 ONTARIO INC 438154 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 565.00 2704432 ONTARIO INC 437807 27-May-2020 REFUND 380.96 407 ETR EXPRESS TOLL ROUTE 437808 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 427.05 486664 ONTARIO LIMITED 438155 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 769.37 488745 ONTARIO LIMITED 438156 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 2,006.65 5009882 ONTARIO LTD.438452 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 299.45 632162 ONTARIO LIMITED 437809 27-May-2020 REFUND 1,778.97 797045 ONTARIO LTD 437810 27-May-2020 REFUND 388.20 797045 ONTARIO LTD 438311 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 72.14 942352 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A BRISK ALL GLASS 438453 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 246.34 A & T ROBERTO LTD.438168 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 4,465.15 AAA BIGGAR'S LOCKSMITH & SECURITY 437812 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 649.76 AAA BIGGAR'S LOCKSMITH & SECURITY 438454 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 4,330.17 AAA BIGGAR'S LOCKSMITH & SECURITY 438020 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 158.59 AAA BIGGAR'S LOCKSMITH & SECURITY 438157 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 5,434.18 AAA BIGGAR'S LOCKSMITH & SECURITY 438312 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 627.15 ABT,EMILY 438455 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AJ STONE COMPANY LTD 438022 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 12,872.96 AJ STONE COMPANY LTD 438161 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,249.95 AJ STONE COMPANY LTD 438315 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 214.29 AJ STONE COMPANY LTD 438460 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 479.63 AKINBOBOLA,ADETUNJI 438316 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 213.48 ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION 437717 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 37,693.48 ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION 438023 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 24,283.28 ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION 438162 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 7,703.44 ALLEN,TYLER 437718 20-May-2020 REFUND 446.14 ALLEN'S LANDSCAPE SUPPLY DEPOT INC 437818 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 75.76 ALLEN'S LANDSCAPE SUPPLY DEPOT INC 438024 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 223.22 ALLEN'S LANDSCAPE SUPPLY DEPOT INC 438163 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 276.62 ALLEN'S LANDSCAPE SUPPLY DEPOT INC 438317 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 128.15 Page 165 of 247 Page 2 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount ALLEN'S LANDSCAPE SUPPLY DEPOT INC 438461 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 167.81 ALLIED MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS INC 438025 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,098.59 ALLIED MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS INC 438164 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 588.16 ALTIERI BUILDING SUPPLIES LTD 437819 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 421.86 ALTIERI BUILDING SUPPLIES LTD 438026 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 96.05 ALTIERI BUILDING SUPPLIES LTD 438165 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,161.23 ALTIERI BUILDING SUPPLIES LTD 438318 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,040.58 ALTIERI BUILDING SUPPLIES LTD 438462 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 543.30 AMACO EQUIPMENT INC 437719 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 607.00 AMACO EQUIPMENT INC 438463 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 393.92 AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION #1582 00290-0001 15-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 3,897.29 AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION #1582 00292-0001 29-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 3,487.39 AMG ENVIRONMENTAL INC 437820 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,203.50 AMG ENVIRONMENTAL INC 438464 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,203.50 ANDERSON,SUZANNE 438027 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 440.14 ANSARI,NAGHMA 438166 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 252.05 ANTICA PIZZERIA INC.438465 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 1,161.50 AQUAFOR BEECH LIMITED 438466 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 5,056.75 ARC ENGINEERING INC 437821 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 7,123.80 ARIVA 438028 03-Jun-2020 SUPPLIES 97.86 ARTISTA DESIGN & PRINT INC 437822 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 237.30 ARTISTA DESIGN & PRINT INC 438167 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 2,139.09 ARTISTA DESIGN & PRINT INC 438029 03-Jun-2020 SUPPLIES 56.50 ART'S TOOL SALES OF NIA LTD.437720 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 1,628.83 ASHRAF,SYED FAISAL 437823 27-May-2020 REFUND 198.83 ASSOCIATED ENGINEERING (ONT) LTD 437721 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 6,641.58 ASSOCIATED ENGINEERING (ONT) LTD 438030 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 30,752.95 ASSOCIATED ENGINEERING (ONT) LTD 438319 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 21,274.52 ASSOCIATED ENGINEERING (ONT) LTD 438467 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 20,626.34 ASTORINO,GUISEPPINA 437722 20-May-2020 REFUND 60.00 AUGUSTINOVIC,DANIJEL 437824 27-May-2020 REFUND 146.73 AUTOTRIM & SIGNS OF NIAGARA 438468 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 983.10 AUTOTRIM & SIGNS OF NIAGARA 437723 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 434.63 AZIZ,AMNA 437825 27-May-2020 REFUND 93.95 BAICHOO,MARCINA 438320 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 91.56 BAIN PRINTING LIMITED 437826 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 2,418.20 BAIN PRINTING LIMITED 438321 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 266.70 BAIN PRINTING LIMITED 438469 24-Jun-2020 SUPPLIES 42.94 BAKER TRANSIT PARTS INC.438169 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 394.87 BAKER TRANSIT PARTS INC.437827 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 741.16 BAKER TRANSIT PARTS INC.438031 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 449.05 BAKER TRANSIT PARTS INC.438322 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,144.40 BAKER TRANSIT PARTS INC.438470 24-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 4,608.32 BATTLEFIELD EQUIPMENT RENTALS 437828 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 800.53 BATTLEFIELD EQUIPMENT RENTALS 438323 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,813.00 BATTLEFIELD EQUIPMENT RENTALS 438032 03-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 1,900.36 BATTLEFIELD EQUIPMENT RENTALS 438170 10-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 1,331.20 BATTLEFIELD EQUIPMENT RENTALS 438471 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 107.12 BAYLEY,RICK 438171 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 177.96 BEALES,TOM 438324 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 100.00 BEEKERS,KEEGAN 437829 27-May-2020 REFUND 110.73 BELL CANADA 438033 03-Jun-2020 UTILITIES 99.44 BELL CANADA - PUBLIC ACCESS 438325 17-Jun-2020 SERVICES 169.50 BELL,RAY 437830 27-May-2020 REFUND 175.06 BELLAMY,DAN 438172 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 200.00 BEN BERG FARM & INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT LTD 437725 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 856.76 BEN BERG FARM & INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT LTD 437831 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 606.18 BEN BERG FARM & INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT LTD 438034 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 48.51 BEN BERG FARM & INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT LTD 438173 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 946.49 BEN BERG FARM & INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT LTD 438472 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 2,407.25 BERGEN,STEVE 437832 27-May-2020 REFUND 210.89 BEST CONSULTANTS MARTIN GERSKUP ARCHITECT INC.438326 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,005.80 BETTS,JAMES EDWARD 437833 27-May-2020 REFUND 4.28 BETTS,MELANIE 438174 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 450.87 BHAMRA,SATNAM 437834 27-May-2020 REFUND 144.15 BICKLE MAIN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY INC 437835 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 622.35 BICKLE MAIN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY INC 438035 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 258.04 BICKLE MAIN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY INC 438175 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,762.75 BIJELAC,SASA 437836 27-May-2020 REFUND 70.85 BILAL,MUHAMMAD 437837 27-May-2020 REFUND 140.82 BITNER,LAURIE 438474 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 210.35 Page 166 of 247 Page 3 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount BLAIS,MICHAEL J& BLAIS, YVONNE 438176 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 141.25 BOB ROBINSON & SON CONSTRUCTION 438036 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,847.60 BOB ROBINSON & SON CONSTRUCTION 438177 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,189.38 BOB ROBINSON & SON CONSTRUCTION 438476 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 836.20 BOBCAT OF HAMILTON LTD 437727 20-May-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 4,294.00 BOBCAT OF HAMILTON LTD 438327 17-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 4,294.00 BOBCAT OF HAMILTON LTD 438475 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 927.72 BOEHM,MONIQUE 437838 27-May-2020 REFUND 170.00 BOOT SHOP 438328 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 2,508.60 BOOT SHOP 438477 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 2,327.80 BOTTRELL,KURTIS 438178 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 321.80 BOYER,RONALD& BOYER, MARIE 437839 27-May-2020 REFUND 347.22 BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF NIAGARA 437840 27-May-2020 GRANT 17,250.75 BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF NIAGARA 438329 17-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 17,250.75 BRANDT TRACTOR LTD 438478 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 144.52 BRAYBROOK,JARRED 437841 27-May-2020 REFUND 57.18 BRENNAN PAVING LTD.437842 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,076.96 BRENNAN PAVING LTD.438479 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 205,170.44 BRINKS CANADA LTD 438037 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 966.64 BROCK FORD 437728 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 8,709.24 BROCK FORD 438480 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 760.29 BROCK FORD 437843 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 3,402.76 BROCK FORD 438038 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 2,974.84 BROCK UNIVERSITY ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY RESEARCH CENTRE437729 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 10,000.00 BROMAC CONSTRUCTION INC 438179 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 223,008.57 BRUNNER MANUFACTURING 437844 27-May-2020 REFUND 325.99 BRUNSKOLE,MATT 438330 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 175.00 BUDGET DEMOLITION 438180 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 93,847.99 BULLER,ADAM 438481 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 143.00 CAMPBELL,MATTHEW 438331 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 175.00 CAMPBELL,ROBERT 438482 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 750.00 CAN AM INSTRUMENTS LTD 438040 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 5,269.53 CANADA CLEAN FUELS 437845 27-May-2020 FUEL 26,155.61 CANADA CLEAN FUELS 438039 03-Jun-2020 FUEL 27,135.79 CANADA CLEAN FUELS 438181 10-Jun-2020 FUEL 1,254.12 CANADA CLEAN FUELS 438332 17-Jun-2020 FUEL 40,662.16 CANADA POST CORPORATION 438184 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 926.60 CANADA POST CORPORATION 00289-0001 08-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 4,870.46 CANADA POST CORPORATION 00290-0002 15-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 5,205.35 CANADA POST CORPORATION 00291-0001 22-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 4,210.66 CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR 437731 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 553.70 CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR 437847 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 441.27 CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR 438334 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 333.35 CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM 437848 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 374.83 CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM 438041 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 982.69 CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM 438183 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 429.50 CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM 438335 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 429.50 CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM 438484 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 429.50 CANADIAN LOCATORS INC.437730 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 46,820.43 CANADIAN LOCATORS INC.438483 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 5,597.57 CANADIAN NATIONAL 00288-0001 01-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,826.50 CANADIAN NATIONAL 00292-0002 29-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,826.50 CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY CO 437732 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,214.50 CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY CO 438337 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,214.50 CANADIAN SPRINGS 438182 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 226.00 CANADIAN TIRE PROPERTIES INC.437846 27-May-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 3,419.16 CANADIAN TIRE PROPERTIES INC.438333 17-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 3,419.16 CANON CANADA INC 438336 17-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 660.46 CANTEC SECURITY SERVICES INC 438485 24-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 2,644.20 CAPITANO,ROB 438186 10-Jun-2020 MEMBERSHIP 249.12 CASSELS BROCK & BLACKWELL LLP 437849 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 19,545.98 CASSELS BROCK & BLACKWELL LLP 438187 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 28,405.38 CASSELS BROCK & BLACKWELL LLP 438486 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 50,819.77 CASTLE MECHANICAL 438042 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,113.05 CBM N.A. INC 438043 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 214.70 CBM N.A. INC 438338 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,064.80 CENTENNIAL CONSTRUCTION 438487 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 501,807.11 CENTRAL COMMUNICATIONS 438188 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 824.90 CERAMICS NIAGARA 438488 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 500.00 CERVUS EQUIPMENT 437733 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 239.24 CERVUS EQUIPMENT 438044 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 783.43 Page 167 of 247 Page 4 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount CERVUS EQUIPMENT 438489 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 896.90 CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 438339 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 931.28 CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 437734 20-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 449.11 CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 437850 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 441.24 CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 438045 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,004.48 CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 438189 10-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 477.49 CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 438490 24-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 306.12 CHEEMA,KULJEET KAUR 437851 27-May-2020 REFUND 55.09 CHOCHAN,ARSHAD MAHMOOD 437852 27-May-2020 REFUND 22.09 CHU,KENNETH 438046 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 463.02 CIBC ELECTRONIC BANKING OPERATIONS 437853 27-May-2020 REFUND 74.20 CIMA CANADA INC 438047 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,221.63 CIMCO REFRIGERATION 437735 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 593.48 CIMCO REFRIGERATION 437854 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,101.75 CIMCO REFRIGERATION 438048 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,732.26 CIMCO REFRIGERATION 438190 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 431.68 CIMCO REFRIGERATION 438340 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 568.09 CIMCO REFRIGERATION 438491 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 11,600.15 CIPPARONE,PETER 438492 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 67.80 CITY ELECTRIC SUPPLY 438493 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 548.62 CITY VIEW BUS SALES & SERVICE LTD.438494 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 9,832.86 CITY VIEW BUS SALES & SERVICE LTD.437855 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 858.63 CLARK,BRIAN THOMAS 437856 27-May-2020 REFUND 136.15 CLASSIC DISPLAYS 438341 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 4,181.00 CLEARRISK INC 438049 03-Jun-2020 SUBSCRIPTION 44,070.00 CLEMENTS,LEANNA& VANWYNSBERGHE, DEREK 438342 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 92.10 CLOCKWORK SYSTEMS INC 438191 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 705.04 CLOCKWORK SYSTEMS INC 438495 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 15,927.45 C-MAX FIRE SOLUTIONS 437736 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 508.99 C-MAX FIRE SOLUTIONS 438496 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 675.67 CME MAIL INC 438497 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 72.38 CODE 4 FIRE & RESCUE INC 438192 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 4,508.70 COGECO CONNEXION INC 438193 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 36.08 COGECO CONNEXION INC 437857 27-May-2020 UTILITIES 73.39 COGECO CONNEXION INC 438343 17-Jun-2020 UTILITIES 73.39 COLBEY CUSTOM FABRICATING CO LIMITED 437737 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 4,890.64 COLBEY CUSTOM FABRICATING CO LIMITED 437858 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 437.31 COLBEY CUSTOM FABRICATING CO LIMITED 438050 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,233.96 COLES,SYDNEY 438344 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 122.23 COLLEE,DOUGLAS 438194 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 206.23 COMMISSIONAIRES 438051 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 10,979.29 COMMISSIONAIRES 438345 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 13,345.28 CONIDI,SARAH 438052 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 37.80 CONSORTECH 438498 24-Jun-2020 MEMBERSHIP 7,955.20 COONS,KEVIN 438195 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 175.00 CORDASCO,MIKE 438499 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 267.25 CORMIER,MARIE CLAUDE 437859 27-May-2020 REFUND 189.44 CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF FORT ERIE 438196 10-Jun-2020 TRAINING 900.00 COURCHESNE,KIRSTIN 438346 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 82.69 CRAWFORD & COMPANY (CANADA) INC 437739 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,897.50 CRAWFORD & COMPANY (CANADA) INC 437860 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 621.00 CRAWFORD & COMPANY (CANADA) INC 438500 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 506.00 CRAWFORD,CINDY 438347 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 78.62 CRL CAMPBELL CONSTRUCTION & DRAINAGE LTD 438053 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 11,449.87 CRL CAMPBELL CONSTRUCTION & DRAINAGE LTD 438501 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 23,426.08 CSERPES,YOLANDA 438197 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 2,432.85 CSN GLEN-MERRITT COLLISION 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2,133.78 DESIGN ELECTRONICS 438354 17-Jun-2020 SERVICES 4,670.66 DETENBECK,TOM 438355 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 175.00 DIGITAL POSTAGE ON CALL 437746 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 19,210.00 DILIGENT CANADA 438509 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 30,593.81 DIODATI,JIM 437870 27-May-2020 REMITTANCE 1,155.00 DIODATI,JIM 438356 17-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 1,155.00 DIPIETRO,SALVATORE 438201 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 54.27 DIPIETRO,SALVATORE& DIPIETRO, MARY 438200 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 423.39 DIRKSEN,JASON 437871 27-May-2020 REFUND 254.86 DISPATCH TALENT INCORPORATED 438510 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 565.00 DOBBIE,PETER JOSEPH 438511 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 750.00 DOCKSTADER,KARL 438202 10-Jun-2020 SERVICES 300.00 DONG,DA 437872 27-May-2020 REFUND 230.00 DOSS HOMES CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT CORP.438203 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 2,639.37 DOUGLAS,CATHERINE 437873 27-May-2020 REFUND 210.89 DR. CHRISTOPHER GRANT RUSSELL 438112 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 16,095.81 DRAGOSAVLJEVIC,DANIJEL 437747 20-May-2020 REFUND 88.56 DREN,KARL 438204 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 91.28 DROLLIS SAFETY SUPPLY CO LTD 437875 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 761.35 DROLLIS SAFETY SUPPLY CO LTD 438357 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 127.48 DROUGHAN,LINDA 437874 27-May-2020 REFUND 93.10 DROUSIE,MICHAEL& DROUSIE, LAURA 438059 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 210.57 DUFFERIN CONCRETE 438205 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 2,853.21 DUFFERIN CONCRETE 438358 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,288.54 DUFFERIN CONCRETE 438512 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,472.62 DUMONT SECURITY 437876 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,214.58 E & R LAWN EQUIPMENT 437884 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 2,406.60 E & R LAWN EQUIPMENT 438364 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 331.99 E & R LAWN EQUIPMENT 438518 24-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 572.68 E3 LABORATORIES 437748 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,131.13 E3 LABORATORIES 438513 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,114.18 EASY FINANCIAL 437877 27-May-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 267.01 EASY FINANCIAL 438206 10-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 267.01 EDEN,ALISON 437878 27-May-2020 REFUND 105.89 EDWARD P LUSTIG LLB 438207 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 21,357.00 ELECTRICAL SAFETY AUTHORITY 438359 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 172.89 ELECTRICAL SAFETY AUTHORITY 438514 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 172.89 ELIA,CAROLINE 437749 20-May-2020 REFUND 216.10 ELLIS ENGINEERING INC.438360 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,364.58 ELLIS,JULIE 438208 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 113.00 ELMI,QALI& OMER, YUSUF 437879 27-May-2020 REFUND 41.23 ELREG DISTRIBUTORS LTD 437880 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 519.71 EMCO CORPORATION 438361 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 75.48 ENBRIDGE GAS INC. O/A ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION 00287-0002 25-May-2020 UTILITIES 1,625.41 ENBRIDGE GAS INC. O/A ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION 00288-0003 01-Jun-2020 UTILITIES 2,342.82 ENBRIDGE GAS INC. O/A ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION 00289-0002 08-Jun-2020 UTILITIES 25,246.70 ENBRIDGE GAS INC. O/A ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION 00290-0004 15-Jun-2020 UTILITIES 4,231.67 ENBRIDGE GAS INC. O/A ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION 00291-0002 22-Jun-2020 UTILITIES 1,955.01 ENBRIDGE GAS INC. O/A ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION 00292-0005 29-Jun-2020 UTILITIES 1,926.85 ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR CANADA COMPANY 437881 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 8,211.71 ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR CANADA COMPANY 438362 17-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 3,434.07 ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR CANADA COMPANY 438516 24-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 11,644.31 E-QUIP RENTALS & REPAIRS INC 437751 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,231.56 E-QUIP RENTALS & REPAIRS INC 438209 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 134.70 Page 169 of 247 Page 6 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount E-QUIP RENTALS & REPAIRS INC 437883 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 434.88 E-QUIP RENTALS & REPAIRS INC 438061 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 2,297.45 E-QUIP RENTALS & REPAIRS INC 438363 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,084.01 E-QUIP RENTALS & REPAIRS INC 438517 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,538.93 EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST INC 437750 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 326.06 EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST INC 437882 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 306.40 EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST INC 438060 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 627.55 ESSA,EL SHAIMAA 438519 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 750.00 ETHERINGTON,DAVE 437885 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 109.00 EVANS UTILITY & MUNICIPAL PRODUCTS SUPPLY LTD 437752 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 18,469.85 EVANS UTILITY & MUNICIPAL PRODUCTS SUPPLY LTD 437886 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 972.93 EVANS UTILITY & MUNICIPAL PRODUCTS SUPPLY LTD 438365 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 4,476.46 EVOLUTION TRUCK & TRAILER SERVICE 438520 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 97.64 EXP SERVICES INC 438210 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,209.10 F SACCO CONST LTD 438224 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 5,371.18 FALLS CHEVROLET CADILLAC 437753 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 4,026.83 FALLS CHEVROLET CADILLAC 438062 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,146.12 FALLS CHEVROLET CADILLAC 438366 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 408.36 FALLS CHEVROLET CADILLAC 437887 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 3,357.37 FALLS CHEVROLET CADILLAC 438211 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 2,706.84 FALLS CHEVROLET CADILLAC 438521 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 2,399.02 FALLS ELECTRIC INC 438063 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 5,973.88 FALLS ELECTRIC INC 438522 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 381.38 FALLS ELECTRIC INC 438212 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,825.04 FALLS ELECTRIC INC 438367 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 843.73 FALLSWAY SUPPLY 438368 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 178.88 FALLSWAY SUPPLY 438523 24-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 99.48 FANSOLATO,WAYNE 438369 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 169.48 FARCO ENTERPRISES LTD 438524 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 452.00 FARMERS MARKETS ONTARIO 438064 03-Jun-2020 MEMBERSHIP 920.95 FARRAG,AHMED 437888 27-May-2020 REFUND 153.64 FAST,DAVID JOHN 438213 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 743.15 FASTENAL CANADA LTD 438525 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 502.03 FASTENAL CANADA LTD 437754 20-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 123.84 FASTENAL CANADA LTD 438065 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 512.71 FASTENAL CANADA LTD 438370 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 117.09 FELDMAN AGENCY 438645 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 5,650.00 FIEDOREK,BARBARA 438214 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 763.77 FIRE MARSHAL'S PUBLIC FIRE SAFETY COUNCIL 438216 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 461.04 FIRE MONITORING OF CANADA INC 437889 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,027.90 FIRE MONITORING OF CANADA INC 438526 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,581.10 FIREHALL BOOKSTORE 438215 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,142.56 FLAGG,ISAAC 438218 10-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 2,500.00 FLAGS UNLIMITED INC 438217 10-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 81.63 FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD 437755 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 65.09 FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD 437890 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 305.91 FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD 438066 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,012.08 FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD 438219 10-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,488.01 FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD 438371 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,319.84 FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD 438527 24-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,645.81 FORM & AFFECT 438220 10-Jun-2020 ADVERTISING 67.80 FORMISANO,ADRIANO 438221 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 1,313.87 FRAME,JULIE 438528 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 1,250.00 FRANK COSTANTINO CONSTRUCTION LTD 438529 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 1,000.00 FRANK COWAN COMPANY LIMITED 437891 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 3,742.90 FRANK COWAN COMPANY LIMITED 438223 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 41,785.48 FRANKEN,ANTOINETTE& BILADEAU, ROBERT JOSEPH 438372 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 0.79 FRANZE,FRANK 438222 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 57.24 FREROTTE,STEWART 438530 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 325.00 GALES GAS BARS LIMITED 438067 03-Jun-2020 FUEL 21,859.01 GALES GAS BARS LIMITED 438531 24-Jun-2020 FUEL 33,717.85 GALES GAS BARS LIMITED 438225 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 192.05 GALLAGHER 438532 24-Jun-2020 SUBSCRIPTION 1,551.39 GAUBOC CONSTRUCTION LIMITED 437892 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 80,141.86 GAUBOC CONSTRUCTION LIMITED 438226 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 14,428.97 GERICH,KYLE 437893 27-May-2020 REFUND 217.43 GERRIE ELECTRIC WHOLESALE LTD 438373 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 90.85 GHD LIMITED 438533 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 10,038.36 GIANT SHOE CREATIVE AGENCY LTD.437894 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 1,356.00 GIRARDI,CHRISTINE 437756 20-May-2020 REFUND 66.96 GJONI,QATIP 438227 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 63.41 Page 170 of 247 Page 7 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount GM BLUEPLAN ENGINEERING LIMITED 437895 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 44,297.40 GM BLUEPLAN ENGINEERING LIMITED 438068 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,087.73 GM BLUEPLAN ENGINEERING LIMITED 438228 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 11,748.96 GM BLUEPLAN ENGINEERING LIMITED 438374 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 12,630.58 GOLIA,VITO 438534 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 1,250.00 GOMES,ALEX 438535 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 500.00 GOMEZ,FRANCISCO CUELLAR 438375 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 145.93 GORMAN,SAMANTHA 437896 27-May-2020 REFUND 47.31 GRANTHAM HOME HARDWARE 437897 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 6,780.00 GRAYBAR CANADA 438376 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 335.98 GRAYBAR CANADA 437898 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 1,092.36 GRAYBAR CANADA 438536 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 736.72 GREAT LAKES FIRE SERVICES 437899 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 79.10 GREAT LAKES FIRE SERVICES 438229 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 28.25 GREEN,KAREN 437757 20-May-2020 REFUND 208.60 GREEN,KAREN 437900 27-May-2020 REFUND 216.10 GROSSI TILE & BUILDING CENTRE LTD 438537 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 356.97 GROWTH SOCIAL HOUSE INC,437901 27-May-2020 REFUND 2.90 GT FRENCH 438230 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 95.00 GUADAGNO,CONNIE 438377 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 113.71 GUARASCI,MATT 438538 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 500.00 GUGLIOTTA,JOE 438378 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 175.09 GUILD ELECTRIC LIMITED 437902 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 29,370.40 HALLE,MICHAEL 438069 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 175.00 HALLEX ENGINEERING LTD 437903 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 29,084.69 HALUSZKA,JERZY 438539 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 750.00 HARDY,ROBERT LEE 437904 27-May-2020 REFUND 848.05 HARRIETHA,MARIANA 438379 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 131.63 HARRIMAN,JOHN 438231 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,000.00 HARTLEY,SANDRA M 438380 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 137.78 HAWKINS,ROBERTA 437905 27-May-2020 REFUND 216.10 HEART NIAGARA INC 437906 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 282.50 HENDERSON,JASON 438232 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 565.00 HERKIMER,RANDY 438540 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 792.50 HERNANDEZ,SALVADOR& HERNANDEZ, EDITH 438233 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 937.95 HICKS MORLEY HAMILTON STEWART STORIE LLP 437907 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,396.68 HICKS MORLEY HAMILTON STEWART STORIE LLP 438541 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,351.02 HILDEBRANDT,WAYNE 438381 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 150.00 HILDEBRANDT,WAYNE 438542 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 50.00 HOMEWOOD HEALTH INC 437908 27-May-2020 SERVICES 2,305.20 IBI GROUP PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (CANADA) INC 437758 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 12,483.51 IBI GROUP PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (CANADA) INC 438234 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 27,147.00 INCIRQUE 438543 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 565.00 INGERSOLL RAND 438544 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 5,128.03 INSTACLOSE INC 438382 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 8.25 INSULTINT 438383 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 728.85 INTERNATIONAL SEW-RIGHT CO.437759 20-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,579.74 J J MACKAY CANADA LTD 437913 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 18.23 J J MACKAY CANADA LTD 438548 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 18.81 J.D. BARNES LIMITED 438071 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 5,729.10 J.D. BARNES LIMITED 437762 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 17,797.50 JACK DOW AUTO SUPPLIES LIMITED 437760 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 868.11 JACK DOW AUTO SUPPLIES LIMITED 437909 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 199.72 JACK DOW AUTO SUPPLIES LIMITED 438070 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 312.58 JACK DOW AUTO SUPPLIES LIMITED 438545 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 2,475.78 JACKET CELLAR 438384 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 149.16 JACOB,ROBERT 437910 27-May-2020 REFUND 210.71 JADE EQUIPMENT CO LTD 438546 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 323,406.00 JALUVKA,TATJANA 437761 20-May-2020 REFUND 210.11 JALUVKA,TATJANA 437911 27-May-2020 REFUND 137.32 JALUVKA,TATJANA 438235 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 245.70 JAMES,MICHELLE 438547 24-Jun-2020 GRANT 1,500.00 JIM PATTISON ENTERTAINMENT LTD 437912 27-May-2020 REFUND 107.79 JOE JOHNSON EQUIPMENT 438236 10-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 12,712.50 JOHNNY RAG 438237 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 186.92 JOHNNY RAG 438385 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 169.16 K9 DESIGN CO 438386 17-Jun-2020 ADVERTISING 5,949.68 KAUMEYER PAPER LTD 438072 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 2,185.99 KAUMEYER PAPER LTD 438387 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 183.51 KEEFER MANAGEMENT INC 437914 27-May-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 5,340.04 KEEFER MANAGEMENT INC 438388 17-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 5,340.04 Page 171 of 247 Page 8 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount KEHOE LAW ENFORCEMENT (LE) DISTRIBUTORS INC.437763 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 39.55 KEIGHAN,ALLYSON DEBRA 438238 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 272.20 KELLY DIGS LANDSCAPING 438549 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 15,642.83 KENNEDY,BRIAN 438389 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 223.26 KENNEDY,JULIE 437915 27-May-2020 REFUND 8.82 KENWORTH TRUCK CENTRES 437916 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 848.04 KENWORTH TRUCK CENTRES 438073 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 392.49 KENWORTH TRUCK CENTRES 438550 24-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 2,088.05 KERRY T HOWE ENGINEERING LTD 437917 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 559.24 KONTOGIANIS,ALEXANDRA 438239 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 180.80 KOSHMAN,PAMELA 437918 27-May-2020 REFUND 200.00 KRAWCZYK CONSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE INC 438551 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 4,378.75 KURILLA,ANDREA LUCIE 438552 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 500.00 KYLE,BRENDA 437919 27-May-2020 REFUND 148.81 LAD,RONAK 438553 24-Jun-2020 GRANT 1,500.00 LAGACE,ED 438390 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 175.00 LAKESIDE LANDSCAPE INC.438391 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 387.65 LANDTEK LIMITED 438074 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 9,119.67 LANE,ROBERT 438392 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 317.19 LAU,MING& MA, YU XIN 437920 27-May-2020 REFUND 10.00 LAUDER,WILLIAM 438554 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 100.00 LAW CRUSHED STONE 437764 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 7,974.08 LAW CRUSHED STONE 438393 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,141.22 LAW CRUSHED STONE 438555 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,715.98 LAWNS AND MORE INC.438556 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 748.60 LAWSON PRODUCTS INC 437921 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 847.93 LAWSON PRODUCTS INC 438075 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,441.23 LAWSON PRODUCTS INC 438240 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 659.23 LAWSON PRODUCTS INC 438394 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 111.63 LAWSON PRODUCTS INC 438557 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,472.78 LI,TAK FAI 437924 27-May-2020 REFUND 212.06 LICEAC,OLGA 437922 27-May-2020 REFUND 165.15 LIGHTNING EQUIPMENT SALES INC 437765 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 339.00 LIGHTNING EQUIPMENT SALES INC 437923 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 751.45 LIGHTNING EQUIPMENT SALES INC 438558 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 291.54 LINCOLN APPLIANCE SERVICE CENTRE INC 438076 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 109.61 LINKSON,MICHAEL 438396 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 160.00 LJ BARTON MECHANICAL INC 437925 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 10,302.85 LMS3 DEVELOPMENT INC 438397 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 6,065.12 LMT CONNECTION 438559 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,808.00 LOCK WOOD FIRED PIZZA 438241 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 350.00 LOCOCO,LORI 438077 03-Jun-2020 SERVICES 77.26 LOHO VETZ INC 438398 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 1,797.83 LU,DONGXI 437926 27-May-2020 REFUND 43.55 LUCIOW,CARRIE 437766 20-May-2020 REFUND 267.96 LUEY,CATHERINE 438242 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 210.21 LUEY,CATHERINE 438399 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 459.71 LUKAC,MICHAL 438243 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 400.00 LUNDY'S LANE PORTFOLIO INC 438400 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 88,198.63 M&L SUPPLY FIRE AND SAFETY 437936 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 9,894.09 M&L SUPPLY FIRE AND SAFETY 438091 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 643.83 MACNAUGHTON HERMSEN BRITTON CLARKSON PLANNING LIMITED437927 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 426.58 MACWAN,PEREZ PAUL& MACWAN, NEHAL PERZ 438078 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 23.69 MAGRIA,EUNICE 437928 27-May-2020 REFUND 1,300.00 MANCUSO CHEMICALS LIMITED 437929 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 153.39 MANCUSO CHEMICALS LIMITED 438079 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,015.71 MANCUSO CHEMICALS LIMITED 438244 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 171.76 MANCUSO CHEMICALS LIMITED 438401 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 226.06 MANCUSO CHEMICALS LIMITED 438560 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,068.48 MANN,LEVI 438080 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 138.94 MARCELLINE,MARI& MARCELLINE, DARRYL 438561 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 210.57 MARINE DOCTORS 438082 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 665.06 MARK'S COMMERCIAL 438083 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,045.77 MARK'S COMMERCIAL 438245 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 4,217.76 MARK'S COMMERCIAL 438563 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 468.43 MARKS SUPPLY INC 437767 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 422.59 MARKS SUPPLY INC 437930 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 761.84 MARKS SUPPLY INC 438246 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,052.44 MARKS SUPPLY INC 438402 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 69.08 MARKS SUPPLY INC 438564 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 307.35 MARTEL,ANDREW 438081 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 175.00 Page 172 of 247 Page 9 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount MASSIMILIANO,CARMINE 437931 27-May-2020 REFUND 112.98 MAZEROLLE,KEIGAN 438565 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 57.14 MCLELLAN,IRENE LILLIAN 438247 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 169.50 MCLEOD & SAVOIE AUTO AND TRUCK REPAIRS LTD 438566 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 85.88 MEHMOOD,TARIQ 437932 27-May-2020 REFUND 125.36 MELOCHE,CHRISTINE 438084 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 36.83 MERIDIAN CREDIT UNION 438085 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 709.00 METAL SUPERMARKETS 438086 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 92.61 METAL SUPERMARKETS 438567 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 440.07 METRO PLUMBING & HEATING 438249 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 8,864.85 METRO TRUCK GROUP 437934 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 771.22 METROLAND MEDIA GROUP 437768 20-May-2020 ADVERTISING 1,769.55 METROLAND MEDIA GROUP 437933 27-May-2020 ADVERTISING 853.15 METROLAND MEDIA GROUP 438087 03-Jun-2020 ADVERTISING 274.59 METROLAND MEDIA GROUP 438248 10-Jun-2020 ADVERTISING 549.18 METROLAND MEDIA GROUP 438568 24-Jun-2020 ADVERTISING 783.90 MILLS,SHERYL 438569 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 192.52 MINISTER OF FINANCE 438088 03-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 71,474.14 MINISTER OF FINANCE 438089 03-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 3,319.03 MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL 00288-0004 01-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 3,358.04 MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL 00290-0005 15-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 3,231.09 MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL 00292-0006 29-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 3,565.36 MIRKOVIC,MIRJANA& SAVIJA, DJORDJE 438570 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 500.00 MISSISSAUGA BUS COACH & TRUCK REPAIRS INC 437935 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 902.51 MISSISSAUGA BUS COACH & TRUCK REPAIRS INC 438090 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 3,162.65 MISSISSAUGA BUS COACH & TRUCK REPAIRS INC 438250 10-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 42.39 MISSISSAUGA BUS COACH & TRUCK REPAIRS INC 438403 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 3,319.77 MODERN LANDFILL INC 437769 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 920.49 MODERN LANDFILL INC 437937 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 495.44 MODERN LANDFILL INC 438092 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 7,409.46 MODERN LANDFILL INC 438251 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 163.19 MODERN LANDFILL INC 438571 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 9,155.16 MOHAWK MFG & SUPPLY CO 438093 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 6,320.18 MOHAWK MFG & SUPPLY CO 438252 10-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 2,022.93 MOHAWK MFG & SUPPLY CO 438404 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,042.01 MOHAWK MFG & SUPPLY CO 438572 24-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 374.73 MONRAD,BARBARA MARY 437938 27-May-2020 REFUND 29.95 MONTGOMERY,ADAM 437770 20-May-2020 REMITTANCE 420.00 MOORE,ALAN 438094 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 81.99 MOORE,KIERSTON 438573 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 147.36 MORRISON,JESSICA 438095 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 202.57 MOUNTAINVIEW HOMES LTD 437939 27-May-2020 REFUND 22.87 MOUNTAINVIEW HOMES LTD 438096 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 6.71 MTE PARALEGAL PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION 437940 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 15,757.00 MTE PARALEGAL PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION 438574 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,335.94 MULLER'S WORKWEAR 437941 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 172.83 MULLER'S WORKWEAR 438253 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 117.76 MULLER'S WORKWEAR 438405 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,270.63 MURPHY,NATASHA 438575 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 175.00 NAVARROLI,CYNTHIA 437942 27-May-2020 REFUND 169.79 NEDERMAN CANADA LIMITED 438576 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 474.60 NEILL,ROBERT 437943 27-May-2020 REFUND 34.03 NEPTUNE TECHNOLOGY GROUP CANADA CO.00291-0003 22-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 5,155.63 NEXTERRA SUBSTRUCTURES INC 438577 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 18,336.85 NEXUS ACTUARIAL CONSULTANTS LTD 438406 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 12,712.50 NGO,CAM THANH& NGUYEN, THI HONG DAO 438578 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 12.71 NIAGARA BATTERY & TIRE 438097 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 67.80 NIAGARA BATTERY & TIRE 438579 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 6,385.17 NIAGARA BATTERY & TIRE 437944 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 4,621.74 NIAGARA CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP 437771 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 66.78 NIAGARA CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP 438580 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 6,663.86 NIAGARA CUSTOM POWDER COATING INC 438098 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 16,957.60 NIAGARA CUSTOM SIGNS & GRAPHICS 437772 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 225.86 NIAGARA FALLS ART GALLERY 437773 20-May-2020 GRANT 2,333.33 NIAGARA FALLS ART GALLERY 438581 24-Jun-2020 GRANT 2,333.33 NIAGARA FALLS CANADA HOTEL ASSOCIATION INC 00289-0003 08-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 25,138.61 NIAGARA FALLS CITY NON-PROFIT HOUSING 437945 27-May-2020 REFUND 169.17 NIAGARA FALLS CURLING CLUB 438582 24-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 11,835.02 NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIETY 437774 20-May-2020 GRANT 43,916.67 NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIETY 438407 17-Jun-2020 GRANT 43,916.67 NIAGARA FALLS LIGHTNING GYMNASTIC CLUB 438254 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 62.00 Page 173 of 247 Page 10 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC 00289-0004 08-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 8,547.47 NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC 00292-0007 29-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 18,988.67 NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC 00288-0005 01-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 10,441.20 NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC 00290-0006 15-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 10,441.20 NIAGARA METER SERVICES INC.438408 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 11,784.49 NIAGARA ON THE LAKE HYDRO INC 437946 27-May-2020 UTILITIES 102.85 NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC 438583 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 161,740.25 NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC 437775 20-May-2020 UTILITIES 1,230.94 NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC 437947 27-May-2020 UTILITIES 159,407.65 NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC 438099 03-Jun-2020 UTILITIES 4,473.50 NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC 438255 10-Jun-2020 UTILITIES 3,975.92 NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC 438409 17-Jun-2020 UTILITIES 4,168.65 NIAGARA REGIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK 437948 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 30,993.73 NIAGARA REGIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK 438584 24-Jun-2020 SERVICES 32,118.74 NIAGARA TRUCK N' STUFF INC 437776 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 303.86 NICKEL,ERIK 438410 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 25.92 NOBLE CORPORATION 438100 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 201.15 NORTH AMERICAN TRANSIT SUPPLY CORPORATION 438411 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,842.00 NORTH AMERICAN TRANSIT SUPPLY CORPORATION 438586 24-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 132.30 NOVABUS 00292-0008 29-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,294,623.15 NUTRITE 438101 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 6,900.80 OIL FILTRATION SPECIALISTS INC 438412 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,545.84 OMERS 00288-0006 01-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 1,089,920.42 OMERS 00288-0007 01-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 55,609.82 OMERS 00292-0009 29-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 735,441.29 OMERS 00292-0010 29-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 32,470.64 ONTARIO BUILDING OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION 438588 24-Jun-2020 ADVERTISING 304.93 ONTARIO BUILDING OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION 438413 17-Jun-2020 MEMBERSHIP 120.00 ONTARIO ENVIRONMENTAL & SAFETY NETWORK LTD 438589 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 960.50 ONTARIO MUNICIPAL HEALTH & SAFETY REPRESENTATIVES ASSOCIATION438102 03-Jun-2020 MEMBERSHIP 140.00 ONTARIO ONE CALL 438587 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,148.53 ORKIN CANADA CORPORATION 438414 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 178.54 ORMONDE,CHRISTINA 437949 27-May-2020 REFUND 32.00 OVERLAND CUSTOM COACH (2007) INC.438257 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 136.95 OVERLAND CUSTOM COACH (2007) INC.437777 20-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 371.10 PAGE-NASH,SONIA 438590 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 67.27 PANCZUK,JAROSLAW VICTOR 438258 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 169.50 PAPETTI,DANNY 437950 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 100.00 PARADISE POOLS 438415 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 180.21 PARADISE POOLS 438591 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 108.39 PARAKH,PRANAV 437778 20-May-2020 REMITTANCE 1,000.00 PATHSTONE FOUNDATION 438103 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 1,000.15 PAULS,ANDREW 438592 24-Jun-2020 GRANT 1,500.00 PEC ROOF MAINTENANCE 438259 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 749.30 PEC ROOF MAINTENANCE 438593 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 293.24 PENINSULA HOSE & HYDRAULICS LTD.438594 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 398.50 PENINSULA PEST CONTROL LTD 437779 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 259.90 PENINSULA PEST CONTROL LTD 437951 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 350.30 PENINSULA PEST CONTROL LTD 438260 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,034.00 PENNER BUILDING CENTRE 437780 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 64.06 PENNER BUILDING CENTRE 437952 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 277.70 PENNER BUILDING CENTRE 438595 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 344.51 PERINCIC,DUBRAVKA 438262 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 988.56 PETERS EXCAVATING INC 437781 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 429,965.61 PIETRANGELO,JONATHAN 437953 27-May-2020 REFUND 73.35 PIETRANGELO,JONATHAN 437954 27-May-2020 TRAINING 141.05 PIETRANGELO,NICHOLAS 438596 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 200.00 PINERIDGE TREE SERVICE LTD 437955 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 13,837.98 PINERIDGE TREE SERVICE LTD 438263 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,766.24 PINERIDGE TREE SERVICE LTD 438597 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,844.16 PIPETEK INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES INC 437782 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 21,515.20 PIPETEK INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES INC 437956 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 177,452.18 PIPETEK INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES INC 438104 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 21,158.21 PIPETEK INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES INC 438264 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 104,448.53 PIPETEK INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES INC 438416 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 45,760.65 PIROSKO,JASON 437783 20-May-2020 TRAINING 366.07 PML FOODS 437957 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 60.00 PML FOODS 438598 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 60.00 PONTE,JIMMY 438105 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 150.00 POST FOODS CANADA INC 437958 27-May-2020 REFUND 24,595.62 POWER,TRACY 438265 10-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 191.54 Page 174 of 247 Page 11 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount POWERTECH 437959 27-May-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 4,407.00 POWERTECH 438599 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 2,717.01 PRAXAIR 438600 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 407.67 PRAXAIR 437784 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 285.76 PRAXAIR 437960 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 834.02 PRECISION AUTOMOTIVE MACHINE SHOP 438417 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 169.50 PRECISION AUTOMOTIVE MACHINE SHOP 437785 20-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 282.50 PREMIER EQUIPMENT LTD 438601 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 288.49 PREMIER TRUCK GROUP 438602 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 371.42 PREMIER TRUCK GROUP 438266 10-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 118.06 PREVOST 437962 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 3,528.73 PREVOST 438106 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 7,669.31 PREVOST 438267 10-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 4,872.19 PREVOST 438418 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 4,389.80 PREVOST 438603 24-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 236.62 PREVOST,MARC 437961 27-May-2020 REFUND 122.87 PRIDHAM,KENNETH& PRIDHAM, PATRICIA 438604 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 500.00 PRINCESS AUTO 438605 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 101.69 PRINTING HOUSE LTD 437963 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 105.87 PRO BATTERY SHOPS 437786 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 376.52 PRO BATTERY SHOPS 438268 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,186.44 PRO BATTERY SHOPS 438419 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,071.24 PROJECT SHARE 437787 20-May-2020 GRANT 24,866.67 PROJECT SHARE 438420 17-Jun-2020 GRANT 24,866.67 PRO-SAFE FIRE TRAINING SYSTEMS INC 437964 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 99,976.75 PUREFARMA SOLUTIONS 438107 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 144.18 PUROLATOR INC 437788 20-May-2020 COURIER 31.10 PUROLATOR INC 437965 27-May-2020 COURIER 198.55 PUROLATOR INC 438108 03-Jun-2020 COURIER 198.20 PUROLATOR INC 438421 17-Jun-2020 COURIER 73.75 PUROLATOR INC 438606 24-Jun-2020 COURIER 76.30 QUARTEK GROUP INC 438269 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 9,844.56 QUINN,DARREN 438607 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 2.57 R J SMITH EQUIPMENT INC 437972 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 1,107.40 R V ANDERSON ASSOCIATES LIMITED 437976 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 9,395.95 RACO AUTO SUPPLY LTD 437966 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 441.06 RACO AUTO SUPPLY LTD 438270 10-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 17.18 RACO AUTO SUPPLY LTD 438422 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 277.81 RACO AUTO SUPPLY LTD 438608 24-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 213.04 RADOSLAV,PETROV 438271 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 3,910.71 RAMIREZ,CAROLINA 437967 27-May-2020 REFUND 15.00 RANKIN CONSTRUCTION INC 438423 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,387.11 RBC 438609 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 130.00 RBC INSURANCE 438272 10-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 2,008.51 RCC GROUP INC.438273 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,277.00 RECEIVER GENERAL 437969 27-May-2020 REMITTANCE 603,260.29 RECEIVER GENERAL 438274 10-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 566,089.02 RECEIVER GENERAL 438610 24-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 651,529.97 RED TRAC INTERNATIONAL A DIVISION OF D&W GROUP INC.438109 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 287.79 RED TRAC INTERNATIONAL A DIVISION OF D&W GROUP INC.438611 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 199.45 REFRIGERATION ENERGY SOLUTIONS LTD 438110 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 844.91 REFRIGERATION ENERGY SOLUTIONS LTD 438424 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 7,458.22 REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 00288-0008 01-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 12,305.55 REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 00292-0012 29-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,135,190.65 REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 00289-0005 08-Jun-2020 LEACHATE CREDIT 5,587,093.36 REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 00290-0007 15-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 28,950.66 REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 00291-0004 22-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 697.50 RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN 438275 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 150.00 RICHARDSON,RUBY ELAINE& MROZ, ELIZABETH LOUIS 438425 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 98.01 RICOH CANADA INC 438304 10-Jun-2020 SERVICES 5,855.44 RINALDI,ANDREA 437971 27-May-2020 REFUND 121.32 RIPLEY'S MOVING THEATRE 438111 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 125.25 RIVER REALTY DEVELOPMENT (1976) INC 438276 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 757.79 ROCHESTER MIDLAND CANADA CORPORATION 437973 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 964.98 ROCHESTER MIDLAND CANADA CORPORATION 438277 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 364.06 ROCHESTER MIDLAND CANADA CORPORATION 438612 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 289.71 RODGERS,DAVID 438613 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 167.75 ROGERS WIRELESS 437790 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 414.88 ROGERS WIRELESS 438278 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 333.62 ROGERS WIRELESS INC 437789 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,707.94 ROGERS WIRELESS INC 438614 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,081.53 Page 175 of 247 Page 12 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount ROLFE,TRISHA 438615 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 5,100.00 ROMEO,ANTONIO& LEAL, JENNIFER 438279 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 422.69 ROSSI,MARIA 438616 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 500.00 RUI,XUE 437974 27-May-2020 REFUND 155.59 RUSH TRUCK CENTRES OF CANADA LTD 437791 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 1,389.73 RUSH TRUCK CENTRES OF CANADA LTD 437975 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 844.06 RUSH TRUCK CENTRES OF CANADA LTD 438617 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,013.32 S.B. SIMPSON GROUP INC.437793 20-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 131.08 S.B. SIMPSON GROUP INC.437980 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 65.54 S.B. SIMPSON GROUP INC.438427 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 65.54 SAFE STOR RECORDS MANAGEMENT 437978 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 294.93 SAFE STOR RECORDS MANAGEMENT 438618 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 294.93 SAFETY-KLEEN CANADA INC 437977 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 669.61 SAFETY-KLEEN CANADA INC 438113 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,266.26 SAFETY-KLEEN CANADA INC 437792 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 4,572.55 SAMPSON,SCOTT ALEXANDER 438619 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 207.78 SAMRA,BALWANT& SAMRA, SANDEEP KAMAL 437979 27-May-2020 REFUND 182.08 SANI GEAR 438426 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 5,102.74 SANTANGELO,ERNIE 438620 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 146.19 SCHREIBER BROTHERS LIMITED 438114 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 864.45 SCOTIABANK BILL PAYMENT SERVICES 438622 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 1,065.00 SCOTT BEST SEWER SERVICES 437794 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 6,847.80 SCOTT BEST SEWER SERVICES 437981 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,327.75 SCOTT BEST SEWER SERVICES 438428 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 7,715.08 SCOTT BEST SEWER SERVICES 438621 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,898.45 SEAWAY FLUID POWER 438115 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 154.30 SEAWAY FLUID POWER 438623 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 96.48 SEAWAY FLUID POWER 437982 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 45.20 SECURE CONTAINER SOLUTIONS 438116 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 23,357.10 SEIBEL,KENNETH 438280 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 409.85 SENESE,RYAN 438624 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 175.00 SENKERIK FIRE PROTECTION 437983 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,366.80 SERVICEMASTER CLEAN OF NIAGARA 437984 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 19,428.09 SERVICEMASTER CLEAN OF NIAGARA 438117 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 254.25 SERVICEMASTER CLEAN OF NIAGARA 438625 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 21,253.04 SEWELL'S AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLY 438118 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 40.97 SEYMOUR,MONIKA 438281 10-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 200.00 SGL PLANNING & DESIGN INC.438119 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 4,708.77 SIGNATURE SIGN & IMAGE 438429 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 11,203.95 SIKH MOTORCYCLE CLUB OF ONTARIO 438282 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 35.00 SKINNER,MICHAEL 437985 27-May-2020 REFUND 61.12 SMALL SCALE FARMS 437986 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 1,000.00 SPARK INNOVATION EDUCATIONAL CENTER INC 00287-0003 25-May-2020 REMITTANCE 75,000.00 SPARK INNOVATION EDUCATIONAL CENTER INC 00292-0013 29-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 117,457.52 SPECK INDUSTRIES 438626 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 247.88 SPIRONELLO,DEAN 438627 24-Jun-2020 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 235.44 SPOSATO,VINCENZO 437987 27-May-2020 REFUND 504.73 ST JOHN AMBULANCE 00287-0004 25-May-2020 GRANT 2,741.67 ST JOHN AMBULANCE 00289-0006 08-Jun-2020 GRANT 21,562.38 ST JOHN AMBULANCE 00292-0014 29-Jun-2020 GRANT 2,741.67 STAMFORD HOME HARDWARE 437988 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 203.95 STAMFORD HOME HARDWARE 438430 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 37.35 STANTEC CONSULTING LTD 438120 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 13,873.51 STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTAGE 437989 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,036.41 STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTAGE 438121 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 535.37 STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTAGE 438431 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 2,268.61 STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTAGE 438628 24-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 913.02 STEPHENSON'S RENTAL SERVICES 438629 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 282.81 STERICYCLE ULC 437990 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 19.21 STERNE,TOM 438283 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 127.17 STEVENS,AMANDA 438122 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 151.66 STICKLAND,RICHARD 437991 27-May-2020 REFUND 201.15 STORAGE NIAGARA 438432 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 513.16 STORAGE NIAGARA 437992 27-May-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 1,710.82 STREAMLINE UPHOLSTERY INC 438630 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 598.90 SUN LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA 00290-0008 15-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 447,246.60 SUPERIOR FOOD SERVICE 438433 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 999.50 SUPERIOR PROPANE 437795 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,204.25 SUPERIOR PROPANE 438434 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 39.56 SWIDERSKI,ZBIGNNIEW 437993 27-May-2020 REFUND 106.27 TALK WIRELESS INC 437994 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,675.79 Page 176 of 247 Page 13 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount TALK WIRELESS INC 438631 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,440.75 TALK WIRELESS INC 438123 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,090.45 TAXITAB 438305 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 257.64 TAYLOR,JAMES MAX 437995 27-May-2020 REFUND 77.00 TAYLOR,TONY 438124 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 140.00 TD CANADA TRUST PROPERTY TAX DEPARTMENT 437996 27-May-2020 REFUND 3,500.00 TELUS COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY 438284 10-Jun-2020 SERVICES 2,117.15 TENAQUIP LIMITED 438632 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 5,253.94 TENAQUIP LIMITED 438435 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 448.86 TERANET INC 438285 10-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 4,000.00 THE CANADA TRUST COMPANY 438185 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 2,123.05 THE NEW YORK TIMES BACKCOPY DEPT US DRAFT 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 64.50 THERMO KING EASTERN CANADA 438125 03-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 788.80 THERMO KING EASTERN CANADA 438286 10-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 4,900.91 THOMAS,LAURA 437998 27-May-2020 REFUND 65.00 THOMPSON AHERN & CO LIMITED 437796 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 30.65 THOMPSON,DUSTIN 437997 27-May-2020 REFUND 90.36 THOMSON JR,CHARLES 438436 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 175.00 THOMSON REUTERS CANADA 438126 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 56.70 THOROWEST PLAZA LTD 438287 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 4,458.25 THOS. R. BIRNIE & SONS 438633 24-Jun-2020 REFUND 750.00 THYSSENKRUPP ELEVATOR (CANADA) LIMITED 437999 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 225.62 THYSSENKRUPP ELEVATOR (CANADA) LIMITED 438127 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 4,194.68 THYSSENKRUPP ELEVATOR (CANADA) LIMITED 438288 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 665.00 THYSSENKRUPP ELEVATOR (CANADA) LIMITED 438634 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 666.32 TOROMONT CAT 438000 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 2,475.98 TRANSAXLE PARTS (HAMILTON) INC.438001 27-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,935.07 TRANSAXLE PARTS (HAMILTON) INC.438635 24-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 1,281.32 TRANSIT RESOURCE CENTER 437797 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 7,495.70 TRANS-PLAN TRANSPORTATION INC 438636 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 14,869.77 TRICK,RHANCHA 438289 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 75.88 TURF CARE PRODUCTS CANADA LIMITED 438128 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 2,268.03 TWARDAWSKY,NICK 438290 10-Jun-2020 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 96.12 UDALL CONSULTING LTD 438002 27-May-2020 REFUND 4,407.87 ULINE CANADA CORPORATION 438003 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 539.60 ULINE CANADA CORPORATION 438437 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 11,268.04 ULINE CANADA CORPORATION 437798 20-May-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 901.05 UNISYNC GROUP LTD 438129 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 741.17 UNISYNC GROUP LTD.438004 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 2,684.88 UNITED WAY NIAGARA 438005 27-May-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 933.46 UNITED WAY NIAGARA 438637 24-Jun-2020 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 918.46 UPS CANADA 438006 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 33.95 URBAN & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INC 438007 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 1,069.26 URGE TO PURGE 438438 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,915.35 URRUTIA,JOSELYN 438008 27-May-2020 REFUND 60.02 VACCARO,LOIS MARIE 438291 10-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 169.50 VALLEN CANADA INC 438292 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 566.27 VALLEN CANADA INC 438439 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 727.66 VALLEY BLADES LIMITED 438009 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 1,530.72 VANDEN BUSSCHE IRRIGATION 438293 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,112.09 VANDEN BUSSCHE IRRIGATION 438440 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,542.29 VANDERKLIS,SEAN 438441 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 300.00 VANDERWEYDEN CONSTRUCTION 438130 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 43,435.03 VAULTRA SELF STORAGE NIAGARA ASSET LTD 438294 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 5,398.68 VECCHIO ORNAMENTAL IRON LIMITED 438295 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 229.36 VIC VATRT CONTRACTING LTD 438442 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 32,131.50 VIKING RIGGING SOLUTIONS INC.438131 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 154.39 VIKING RIGGING SOLUTIONS INC.438443 17-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 53.00 VIKING RIGGING SOLUTIONS INC.438638 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,524.19 VOITH TURBO 438444 17-Jun-2020 STORES/INVENTORY 2,269.59 VOSS,PETER 438132 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 137.95 VUJOVIC,JOSHUA 438010 27-May-2020 REFUND 145.00 WAJAX 438296 10-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 8,900.09 WALKER AGGREGATES INC 438011 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 503.58 WALKER AGGREGATES INC 438297 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,442.85 WALKER AGGREGATES INC 438445 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,212.82 WATSON & ASSOCIATES ECONOMISTS LTD 438133 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 9,380.41 WEESTREEM 438134 03-Jun-2020 SERVICES 708.50 WEINMANN LIMITED 437799 20-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 370.36 WEINMANN LIMITED 438012 27-May-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 8,574.02 WEINMANN LIMITED 438135 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 6,162.03 Page 177 of 247 Page 14 of 14 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No.Cheque Date Purpose Amount WEINMANN LIMITED 438639 24-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 18,758.77 WILCOX BODIES LTD 437800 20-May-2020 MATERIALS 124.30 WILLIAMS,RICHARDO 438137 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 65.44 WILLOUGHBY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT 438299 10-Jun-2020 LEASES AND RENTS 5,077.33 WILSON,STEVE 438640 24-Jun-2020 REMITTANCE 3,466.50 WINTER,JERRY OSCAR& WINTER, JUDITH CLARE 438138 03-Jun-2020 REFUND 5.53 WOLSELEY CANADA INC.438139 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,577.72 WOLSELEY CANADA INC.438300 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 15,300.17 WOLSELEY CANADA INC.438447 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 3,664.59 WOMEN'S PLACE OF SOUTH NIAGARA INC 437801 20-May-2020 GRANT 1,612.50 WOMEN'S PLACE OF SOUTH NIAGARA INC 438641 24-Jun-2020 GRANT 1,612.50 WOODROW,AARON 438013 27-May-2020 REFUND 113.59 WORK AUTHORITY 438140 03-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 200.00 WORK AUTHORITY 438301 10-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 192.09 WORK AUTHORITY 438448 17-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 200.00 WORK EQUIPMENT LTD 438014 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 1,816.22 WYSZNSH,KYLE& ESPANA, NINOSKA 438015 27-May-2020 REFUND 138.54 XCG CONSULTING LIMITED 438016 27-May-2020 MATERIALS 1,595.28 XU,YUNPENG 438017 27-May-2020 REFUND 964.63 YANNIX CANADA INC 438449 17-Jun-2020 REFUND 4,600.96 YMCA OF NIAGARA 438141 03-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,819.31 YMCA OF NIAGARA 438302 10-Jun-2020 CONTRACT SERVICES 572.94 YUEN,GORDON JOHN& YUEN, LENA 438303 10-Jun-2020 REFUND 5,153.14 YWCA 437802 20-May-2020 GRANT 4,277.75 YWCA 438642 24-Jun-2020 GRANT 4,277.75 ZEFFIRO,CARRIE 438643 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 500.00 ZIMMERMAN,JOEL 438644 24-Jun-2020 MATERIALS 1,300.00 Total 22,988,893.59 Page 178 of 247 PBD-2020-42 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2020-42 PLC-2020-003, Request for Removal of Part Lot Control Blocks 7 & 8, Registered Plan 59M-474 6605-6621 Cropp Street 4901-4917 Pettit Avenue Applicant: Winzen Niagara Homes Limited RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the request and pass the by-law included in today’s agenda to designate Blocks 7 & 8, Registered Plan 59M-474, as exempt from Part Lot Control for a period of two years. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Winzen Niagara Homes Limited has requested Council to pass a by-law to exempt Blocks 7 & 8, on Registered Plan 59M-474 from being subject to Part Lot Control to allow the transfer of ownership of the on-street townhouse dwelling units that are under construction. The request can be supported based on the following:  The use of this Planning Act mechanism is an acceptable alternative to a consent because the block is located within a registered subdivision;  The zoning permits on-street townhouse dwellings and the proposed parcel sizes; and  The by-law will permit a deed to be created for each parcel containing a dwelling unit and permit each property to be sold. BACKGROUND Winzen Niagara Homes Limited has submitted a request to have Part Lot Control lifted from Blocks 7 & 8 on Registered Plan 59M-474 located on Cropp Street and Pettit Avenue. The subject lands are located on the north side of Cropp Street and the west side of Pettit Avenue, at the intersection of these two streets, as illustrated on Schedule 1. The removal of Part Lot Control is a planning tool that is intended to allow minor boundary adjustments to blocks within registered plans of subdivision. In this case, the removal of Part Lot Control is requested to allow the creation of 9 parcels for 9 on-street townhouse dwelling units (Blocks 7 & 8). Two of the parcels will also have easements. Refer to Schedules 2 and 3 for further details. Page 179 of 247 2 PBD-2020-42 July 14, 2020 ANALYSIS/RATIONALE The subject lands are located on Cropp Street and on Pettit Avenue within the Cropp Street Plan of Subdivision (59M-474) which was registered on November 15, 2019. The subdivision contains blocks of land for on-street townhouse dwellings and apartment buildings. Blocks 7 & 8 are zoned Residential Mixed (R3-989) by Zoning By-law No. 79- 200, as amended by By-law No. 2013-126. The proposed parcels comply with the minimum lot area and minimum lot frontage requirements of the site specific R3-989 zone. Part Lot Control provisions under the Planning Act prevent lands that are within a registered plan of subdivision from being further divided without a consent to sever. Municipalities have the ability to exempt blocks from Part Lot Control to allow lot lines to be reconfigured or parts of a block to be conveyed without a consent. Approval of a Part Lot Control by-law is requested so that the blocks can be divided into 9 parcels, each containing a dwelling unit of an on-street townhouse dwelling. Two of the parcels will include easements. Part Lot Control has been requested to be lifted for two years to allow for flexibility in scheduling real estate closing dates and to consider market absorption of the units. This time period should be sufficient to allow units to be absorbed by the market. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS As Development Charges have already been collected, there are no financial implications. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Council’s priority is to use infill opportunities for multi-unit development to diversify the range of housing available in existing neighbourhoods. The application is consistent with this priority. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS  Schedule 1 – Location Map  Schedule 2 – Reference Plan – Blocks 7 & 8, Plan 474  Schedule 3 – Site Photos – Blocks 7 & 8 Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer KMechi:cv Attach. S:\PDR\2020\PBD-2020-42, PLC-2020-003, Request for Removal of Part Lot Control, Winzen Niagara Homes.docx Page 180 of 247 3 PBD-2020-42 July 14, 2020 SCHEDULE 1 Page 181 of 247 4 PBD-2020-42 July 14, 2020 SCHEDULE 2 (BLOCKS 7 & 8) Page 182 of 247 5 PBD-2020-42 July 14, 2020 SCHEDULE 3 SITE PHOTOS BLOCK 7 BLOCK 8 Page 183 of 247 PBD-2020-46 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2020-46 Inclusionary Zoning RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Council receive this report on Inclusionary Zoning for information and direct staff to investigate the feasibility of an inclusionary zoning program for the Downtown through the forthcoming Housing Directions Study. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report responds to a Council inquiry on inclusionary zoning which is a planning tool that a municipality may utilize to require affordable housing be included in new residential developments. Changes to planning legislation through the More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019 has restricted the use of inclusionary zoning within a municipality. In the context of Niagara Falls, inclusionary zoning may only be applied to lands that are located within 500 metres of the existing VIA Rail/future GO Rail train station. Staff recommend that the Housing Directions Study investigate the feasibility of an inclusionary zoning program for the Downtown. BACKGROUND Issues of housing affordability have grown in recent years impacting not only the City’s most vulnerable residents but increasingly low and moderate income households. With a 0.7% vacancy rate and an average rent of $1,000 (December 2019) rental households, are directing a significant portion of their income towards rising rents. Housing affordability is also becoming an increasing concern for ownership households as the average price of a resale house (all types) in Niagara Falls has increased significantly in the last five years to an average value of $431,500.(December 2019) Municipalities have lacked tools to require affordable housing be included in new residential developments. The Province through the Promoting Affordable Housing Act, 2016 (Bill 7) gave municipalities the authority to implement inclusionary zoning as a way to create affordable housing for low and moderate income households. These units would then need to be maintained as affordable over a specified period of time. Under Bill 7, municipalities had the authority to geographically determine where inclusionary zoning would apply. However that changed in 2019 with the introduction of the More Homes, More Choice Act which passed on June 6, 2019 and placed restrictions on the use of inclusionary zoning. Under the new provisions, municipalities are now only able to apply inclusionary zoning Page 184 of 247 2 PBD-2020-46 July 14, 2020 to protected major transit station areas or to an area where a municipality has adopted a development permit system. Under the Provincial Growth Plan, a major transit station area is an area with a radius of approximately 500 metres around a higher order transit station. GO Transit Station Secondary Plan & Housing Directions Study The GO Transit Station secondary plan adopted by Council in 2018 is designed to encourage the redevelopment of the Downtown around the existing VIA Ra il/future GO Rail train station. Until the arrival of all day GO Rail service, the area is not considered at this time to be a major transit station area as defined by the Provincial Growth Plan. With all day GO Rail service on the horizon, inclusionary zoning could be contemplated for the GO Station Secondary plan area. Limited geography around the station may limit the yield of new affordable housing units that could be created. The City is undertaking a Housing Directions Study which will help provide strategic guidance to future ownership, rental and affordable housing initiatives in the City. A component of the Study is an assessment and analysis of the present and future unmet housing demand in Niagara Falls. The assessment utilized for the Housing Directions Study could also be utilized to investigate the feasibility of an inclusionary zoning program. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE The implementation of inclusionary zoning will require official plan policies, by-laws and programs. The Housing Directions Study can examine affordable housing opportunities provided through inclusionary zoning which may be provided either as affordable rental or affordable ownership housing for low and moderate income households, those households in the lowest 60% of the income distribution. The Planning Act and associated regulations set out the regulatory framework for a municipality to follow in developing an inclusionary zoning program. Each program will differ as it is informed by local affordable housing needs, conditions and prio rities. The key components of an inclusionary zoning program as defined by the Province include: • an assessment report on housing and future housing demand in the community • official plan policies in support of inclusionary zoning • a by-law passed under section 34 of the Planning Act implementing inclusionary zoning official plan policies • procedures for administration and monitoring, and; • public reporting every two years. The assessment report will also examine potential impacts of inclusionary zoning on the housing market and help make recommendations on the parameters of an inclusionary zoning program. Further, official plan policies, at a minimum, would need to consider: • the threshold for when a development must include affordable units Page 185 of 247 3 PBD-2020-46 July 14, 2020 • the length of time that the affordable housing unit must be maintained as affordable, and; • the number of units each development must set aside as affordable housing units. In conclusion, it is recommended that Council direct staff to investigate through the Housing Directions Study whether an inclusionary zoning program in the Downtown is an appropriate tool for achieving affordable housing. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS There are no direct financial implications arising from this report as the investigation of an inclusionary zoning program can be accomplished through the Housing Directions Study. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The investigation of the feasibility of an inclusionary zoning program is consistent with the City’s Strategic priorities of Diverse and Affordable Housing. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS  No attachments. Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer B.Dick:gd S:\PDR\2020\PBD-2020-46, Inclusionary Zoning.docx Page 186 of 247 TS-2020-18 July 14, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Transportation Services Department SUBJECT: TS-2020-18 Casey Street @ Appleford Avenue Intersection Control Review RECOMMENDATION That a stop sign is installed on Appleford Avenue at Casey Street facing northbound traffic. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A stop sign is warranted at the study intersection as it is determined that yield control is inadequate. BACKGROUND City Staff has received a request to review the intersection control at Appleford Avenue and Casey Street. Currently, a YIELD sign facing northbound traffic controls the intersection. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE Study results indicate that a stop control is warranted at the aforementioned intersection. The approach sight triangle requirement for yield control is not met, thus warranting additional traffic control. This is common in developed residential areas where vegetation, fences and dwellings are present within the visibility clear zone. A collision review revealed that a collision problem does not exist at the study intersection in the previous three years. The installation of the stop sign will ensure motorists on the minor approach stop and yield the right-of-way to motorists on the major road. Page 187 of 247 2 TS-2020-18 July 14, 2020 FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The installation of the stop sign is to be carried out by Transportation Services staff. The labour and material costs will be accounted for in the 2020 General Purposes Budget. It is estimated that the cost to install the sign is approximately $150. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Encourage multi-modal travel and active transportation initiatives, and enhance motorist, cyclist and pedestrian safety. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Attachment 1 – Study Area Map Recommended by: Erik Nickel, Director of Municipal Works Mathew Bilodeau, Manager of Transportation Services Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 188 of 247 TS-2020-18Study AreaAppleford Avenue & Casey StreetIntersection Control Review Proposed Stop Sign Page 189 of 247 TS-2020-18Study AreaAppleford Avenue & Casey StreetIntersection Control Review Proposed Stop Sign Page 190 of 247 .Cn.929.s.m__m_a.oowovxmnmm3<.omm .,03$9.Em0.20.3x 8mmm..<_m.:mama.<<m__m:a_OZ5m83. 26:2mom-N.a-:oomi.8% _ .umx_m_om-dm-3$ m3m..o_3_A@<<m__m:o_.om _ <<<<<<.<<m__m:a.om oz..>=_o.n>z>a> ..::mmm.88.u..mzo.3.3 mmza<_>m_<_>__. 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PO Box 3018 Sarnia ON Canada N7T 7N2 519 332-0330 519 332-3995 (fax) 519 332-2664 (TTY) www.sarnia.ca clerks@sarnia.ca June 24, 2020 To: All Ontario Municipalities Re: Long Term Care Home Improvements At its meeting held on June 22, 2020, Sarnia City Council adopted the following resolution submitted by Councillor Margaret Bird with respect to the conditions in Long Term Care homes exposed by the pandemic: That due to the deplorable conditions exposed by the pandemic in LTC homes in the province, and because this is a time for action, not just continuous streams of investigations, commissions and committees, and because the problems have been clearly identified, that Sarnia City Council direct staff to send this motion to the 444 Ontario Municipalities, asking them to urge Premier Ford to start implementing the required resolutions immediately, as follows: 1. increasing hours for all part-time and casual labour 2. since the government provides funding for privately- operated homes, they have an obligation to inspect these homes and see that they are being properly run, and that funds are being used for the benefit of the residents and not the huge profitability of the operators, and 3. to end the neglect and unacceptable conditions being experienced, each day, by our vulnerable seniors. Sarnia City Council respectfully seeks your endorsement of this resolution. If your municipal council endorses this resolution, we would request that a copy of the resolution be forwarded to the following: Page 192 of 247 Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario; and City of Sarnia, City Clerk’s Office clerks@sarnia.ca Sincerely, Dianne Gould-Brown City Clerk cc: AMO Page 193 of 247 1 Heather Ruzylo Subject: Centre Street From: TIm Parker <tim@vcbia.ca> Sent: Monday, July 13, 2020 7:39 AM To: Bill Matson <billmatson@niagarafalls.ca> Cc: Serge Felicetti <sfelicetti@niagarafalls.ca>; Harry Oakes <hoakes@cliftonhill.com>; Eric Marcon <eric@hojobythefalls.com> Subject: Centre Street Bill Matson City Of Niagara Falls City Clerk Dear Bill ; The Board of Directors of the VCBIA has passed the following resolution : That the VCBIA recommends to City Council that Centre Street between Clifton Hill and Ellen remain closed until September 8 2020 . Further to the recommendation that the VCBIA will survey it's members on Centre Street weekly during the closure and reserves the right to reverse its recommendation at any time and reopen the road prior to September 8 2020 . Further to the recommendation that the VCBIA will also review the road closure with its members and the Clifton Hill BIA once the province announces Phase 3 and if restaurants are included in Phase 3 . Tim Parker Office Administrator Victoria Centre BIA Scotiabank Convention Centre 6815 Stanley Avenue, Niagara Falls L2G 3Y9 Phone: 905-357-6222 x 7234 Cell: 905-714-3828 www.TopOfCliftonHill.com CLIFTON HILL DISTRICT – VICTORIA AVENUE Page 194 of 247 I I.. 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EH3 Page 196 of 247 Administration Office of the Regional Clerk 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way, PO Box 1042, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 Telephone: 905-685-4225 Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215 Fax: 905-687-4977 www.niagararegion.ca July 2, 2020 Council Session CL 9-2020, June 25, 2020 LOCAL AREA MUNICIPALITIES SENT ELECTRONICALLY RE: Declaration of Public Health Issues Minute Item 11.1 CL 9-2020, June 25, 2020 Regional Council, at its meeting held on June 25, 2020, passed the following resolution: WHEREAS racism, homophobia, transphobia, discrimination, and stigma are associated with poorer physical, mental, and emotional health and greater mortality, making racism an important public health issue; and WHEREAS Public Health has a role in promoting the health of the entire population by working with others to ensure fair opportunities for health and well-being; and WHEREAS Niagara Region and its Board of Health is guided by Objective 2 in Niagara Region’s Strategic Plan to foster a high quality of life through safe, healthy, and inclusive neighbourhoods and delivery of quality, affordable, and accessible human services; and WHEREAS members of the Black, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQQIA, and many other communities experience physical, social, mental, and emotional harms due to racism, homophobia, transphobia, and other discrimination and stigma present across sectors, including health, education, employment, housing, child care and child welfare, policing and law enforcement, and the criminal justice system; and WHEREAS the Region of Niagara has become a member of the Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities and committed to appropriately resourcing the work of the Coalition; Page 197 of 247 NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: 1. That Regional Council ACKNOWLEDGE that racism, homophobia, transphobia, and all forms of discrimination or oppression are public health issues; 2. That Niagara Region COMMIT to using an equity, diversity, and inclusion lens in all future decision-making; 3. That Niagara Region COMMIT to considering social determinants of health, including income, education, employment, early childhood development, food insecurity, housing, social exclusion and social safety network, health services, aboriginal status, gender, race, and disability, in all future program and budget decisions including revising the Region Budget By-Law Principles to include healthy communities; 4. That Niagara Region RECONFIRM its efforts through the Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities to promote social inclusion, human rights, and diversity, as well as eradicating all forms of racism and discrimination that continue to persist in Niagara; and 5. That this motion BE CIRCULATED to the local area municipalities. Yours truly, Ann-Marie Norio Regional Clerk CLK-C 2020-163 Page 198 of 247 .77?PP»W.A>..4u?b.Q2gCZP$k.mZ£oFyOvP4. _um._._._._OzWqmmmwasm:5n_om:.m2ocmmzm._._»mm._.:63wcn_¢m< ><mzcm40nx<m_.m_~><mzcmmmmn:<m._::m$\~So.<<m«mnm_<m..._ m3m=zoznma_mmmEm:Na_8.:.....93ocmmzm._.xmm._.<<oc_o_cmn_ommn_. soo_:B:o:3.8mi<<::o:.nm=<3_o:133:5..mmn9”:..mm_> _<_m_<_mmxm_.___u.Q2no::n=o:_<mu,c3<mo_:ozEzm~w\~oBmmzsm. ._.:_msawgosm.8mnmo33oam.8mm<m:cc?smmmmmEm»?mncmmamam _om:o<<:_n:8:5:m<mcmmzo_o:mo::5m_n_m<<m__n._.:m«mmam_,:m:< no3_o_m_:.82.033m_.n:m:.8m:o_o:m.83ma<3:21m_83m_n_om_:m1.3 nmcmmm153.8n:.n_m29:5.nrmmm_o_on_$m_8__mm.w8.5%mumnmm ,m<m=mc_m.:5m?mma_oo_$___mmn23mNoamno_do:mo_94.<<mqm3m:Q Sm»Emmm_o_on_G«m-o_om:mmmoo:mm_uomm=u_m..:.m:_A<oc. wcmzmmm_v_>_<_m>u_uxmmm_uIOZ«mm..Wmmz?cxm 4 . ...\«»Q.,\\_\\rh\}if,\\.\K Page 199 of 247 Page 200 of 247 $3.02W_,mmm.d_:mEmn_om.=mo.“ocmmz?xm?$03mcn_¢m< ><mzcm4.0n?mrmm><mzcmm1mn¢<mEsm$\~o~o.<<mamnm_<ma m3m=:o.anmA_mmmEm:N»39.3Em:O,cmmz?mm?Sosacmn_ommo_~ so23:8.33magSE0522.39::03Em«mm»2Emm_> _<_m_<_mmxm_.___u.Q2no::n=o:_<mUU..o<mn_3o:Ezm~w\~oEmmzzm. .23Emu0.25.8mnno33oo_m.Bmm<m:wcmimmmmm92qmncmmamam ammo<E_EnocaEm<mcmm:qosmo:EmmEm<<m__A.Emqmmam3m:< no3u_m_.:.B.4033m3_..m:.Gmagn:m.83m3<<_EE_mum_.:m_n_om3mEm» nmcmmmEm33n:n_mmqocsmEmmmEonxmmzm_m.mm_8:_%mmcmnmm m<m=mc_m.Emm.:mm.1oo_G58mn13mNoam832294.<<mgmsamza Em»Emmm_u_on_G_.m-o_om:mmmoo:mmuomaim.15%<o:. wcm_zmmm\z>_<_m>ucmmmmuzozmum_m2>acxm >5A 3xxv «Fug.,,EE..EK,3\x \\r\.KV.Z_?.\...TJ.,..(«K7,E .,\\»</o\Rx:_.¢CJ $5/P.If.r“_(\.K)K.\.(..\»,UrVT.2.;.PK i 1.EIK1«D /KI x f \.. \RJ.L.\p /F... \ 1>.x\\. :_.\:...«,rFF».\..\.,\ x7. 0v.ml.aKvQC\?@cC>vEm:umCi\». ;»A;Page 201 of 247 Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Ministère des Affaires municipales et du Logement Office of the Minister 777 Bay Street, 17th Floor Toronto ON M7A 2J3 Tel.: 416 585-7000 Bureau du ministre 777, rue Bay, 17e étage Toronto ON M7A 2J3 Tél.: 416 585-7000 234-2020-2680 July 8, 2020 Dear Head of Council: The COVID-19 outbreak has touched everyone in the province, creating personal and financial hardship, and resulting in losses far greater than anyone could have imagined. We are making steady progress in the safe reopening of the province, and we acknowledge and celebrate those who went above and beyond through this crisis. I am writing to inform you that on July 8, 2020, our government introduced the COVID- 19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020, to help get Ontario back on track. Our proposed bill will address three critical needs Ontario faces: restarting jobs and development; strengthening communities; and creating opportunity for people. Our government recognizes the key role that municipalities play in restarting the economy, and that their efficient functioning and economic sustainability is critical to Ontario’s future success. We are also continuing to negotiate with our federal partners to ensure communities across Ontario receive the urgent financial support they need. We know that municipalities require fair and flexible investment to protect front line services and help restart the economy. This bill includes proposals that will enable municipal councils and local boards to meet electronically on a permanent basis and allow municipal councils to decide if th ey wish to have proxy voting for their members. Our government also proposes to finalize the community benefits charges framework; enhance the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing’s existing zoning order authority to provide more certainty when fast tracking the development of transit oriented communities; make it faster to update and harmonize the Building Code so that we can break down interprovincial trade barriers, and permanently establish the office of the Provincial Land and Development Facilitator to help solve complex land use issues. We are also working on optimizing provincial lands and other key provincial strategic development projects that will help facilitate economic recovery efforts. My ministry will be hosting a technical information briefing on the proposed community benefits charges framework, including proposed changes to development charges and parkland dedication, so that municipal staff can gain a better understanding of the proposal. The technical briefing will take place in the near future and invitations from the Assistant Deputy Minister of Local Government and Planning Policy Division to municipal Chief Administrative Officers, Treasurers and Chief Planners will be forthcoming. .../2 Page 202 of 247 Head of Council Page 2 In addition to initiatives that I have outlined above from my ministry, there are several other proposals included in our proposed legislation that will support your communities. Changes proposed will modernize our outdated environmental assessment framework, provide more local say on future landfill sites, and ensure strong environmental oversight, while supporting faster build-out of vital transport and transit infrastructure projects to support our economy. Municipally-run courts will be able to use technology to deliver services remotely and we are also moving to fill justice of the peace vacancies faster and more transparently. We will be extending the validity period of unused marriage licences and protecting the province’s most vulnerable consumers who rely on payday loans, by proposing limits on related interest rates and fees. Also proposed is the reduction of regulatory burdens on farming while preserving the environmental rules that will support this vital part of our economy. Businesses will be able to count on clear, focused and effective rules that do not compromise people’s health, safety or the environment through our changes that continue to focus on cutting red tape. At the same time, our changes will allow health and safety standards to be updated more quickly to ensure worker safety in a changing economy. As the province continues to reopen and the economy recovers, it’s more critical than ever to position Ontario as a top-tier destination for investment, domestic growth, and job creation. A key measure to support this objective is the creation of a new investment attraction agency, Invest Ontario, that will promote the province as a key investment destination and work closely with regional partners to coordinate business development activities. Our proposed changes will also help our communities respond in part to the challenges that this outbreak has brought to our education system. Changes proposed would allow school boards to select the best candidates for director of education for their respective communities. We will also reduce red tape that is preventing access to school for some First Nation students and by limiting unproductive suspensions for our very youngest students. Students with severe learning disabilities will have an opportunity to complete their studies in the upcoming school year and by broadening the mandates of TVO and TFO, our broadcasters will be able to support students’ learning needs better during these challenging times. Through this proposed legislation, we will take the first step towards a strong restart and recovery. More information on our proposals can be found on the Legislative Assembly of Ontario’s website. Our greatest challenges lie ahead of us, and we know we cannot overcome them alone. It’s time for everyone to play a role in rebuilding Ontario together. We will ensure no community or region is left behind. Every community must recover if all of Ontario is to grow and prosper again. .../3 Page 203 of 247 Head of Council Page 3 Municipalities are encouraged to continue to review our Government’s Emergency Information webpage at: Ontario.ca/alert. I thank you for your continued support and collaboration in these challenging times. Sincerely, Steve Clark Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing c: Chief Administrative Officers Municipal Clerks Kate Manson-Smith, Deputy Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Brian Rosborough, Executive Director, Association of Municipalities of Ontario Page 204 of 247 1 Heather Ruzylo To:MWRequests Subject:RE: Covid -----Original Message----- From: Nigel Sent: July 6, 2020 1:49 PM To: MWRequests <mwrequests@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: Covid Hello Please make it mandatory to wear face masks in enclosed areas in our city Thanks Two senior citizens Joan and Nigel Sent from my iPad Page 205 of 247 1 Heather Ruzylo To:Jim Diodati Subject:RE: Mandatory masks From: Jim Diodati <jdiodati@niagarafalls.ca> Sent: Friday, July 3, 2020 4:23 PM To: 'Bunnie CouncilMembers <councilmembers@niagarafalls.ca> Cc: Ken Todd <ktodd@niagarafalls.ca>; Bill Matson <billmatson@niagarafalls.ca>; Heather Ruzylo <hruzylo@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: RE: Mandatory masks Dear Bunnie: Thank you for sharing your comments and your perspective on mandatory masks. We are certainly hearing people's opinions on both sides of the issue. Regional mayors discussed this very issue today and a special council meeting will be held to come up with an official opinion, Regionally. I do appreciate where you are coming from. We know, as we have since the beginning of COVID-19, that provincial protocol has for months now maintained that our #1 line of defense is distance and when you can’t distance, you put on your mask. As you know, elected officials have been getting our advice from Chief Medical Officers of Health and public health professionals. In order to make masks mandatory in Niagara Falls, this type of decision would come to City Council as a whole and it will be coming forward for a decision at the next meeting. The dilemma of making this mandatory of course, is enforcement. It will be nearly impossible to properly enforce, and therefore it becomes nothing more than a suggestion. As we have seen in the U.S., it’s a slippery slope when politicians start creating public health policy opposing the experts. For example, I wouldn’t want to decide against the Engineers on the design of a bridge or against the opinion of our lawyers in a court case, or against the advice of our Fire Department when it comes to putting out a fire. In the same way, we are taking the advice of Regional and Provincial Medical Officers of Health seriously. The medical professionals of course have many considerations, not just the best lines of defense against the virus, but also things like the mental health of individuals in our cities and the well-being and psychology of the community as a whole, based on where we are at with our protocols, success in keeping numbers down and so on. I appreciate that they have all of these factors and more to consider. Personally I take my masks with me everywhere. I have a few in my car and use them as needed when physical distancing is not possible. Please know that this is where we are at right now with this issue. Thank you for sharing your perspective and your comments with us. Jim Jim Diodati | Mayor | City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street | Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 | 905.356.7521 X 4201 | jdiodati@niagarafalls.ca Page 206 of 247 2 From: Bunnie > Sent: Friday, July 3, 2020 12:29 PM To: CouncilMembers <councilmembers@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: Mandatory masks I strongly feel that for all local businesses and residents this should be a must. We have so many people wandering around who do not comply that these few things this would help to avoid the further spread of Covid. Mandatory Issues: 1 - all people entering any establishment MUST wear a mask. For those who can not due to medical issues, maybe the City or Region can issue them Face Shields. They can be purchased very cheaply in bulk which would alleviate a lot of other expenses should they get Covid. 2- Keep patios open all summer BUT also list this a requirement for their businesses. Tourists do wander around the city so as they enjoy these all owners MUST give them masks if they have none or are not wearing one. 3 - as more City and Regional parks, pools and establishments open it should just be a number one priority. 4 - Proper distancing could also be repeated too. One morning this week City TV had a phone interview with a gentleman who said he and his wife came down from Toronto to NOTL and then up to the Falls. He was shocked and disappointed Page 207 of 247 3 that distancing, wearing masks and seeing people sitting inside restaurants was common. They left and went back to Toronto. YES, I know this is a Niagara Parks Issue but being how many of the City Council sit on their boards a statement to them to start enforcing this with the businesses wouldn't hurt. My personal opinion is that I expect a spike of Covid in the Niagara Region and it is very frustrating for the residents who do conform to the rules and regulations. We will never see a stage 3 or possibly a full lockdown again if these matters are not taken seriously. Thank you for your time. Page 208 of 247 Page 1 of 7 I am writing today to provide objective evidence of scientific studies and articles of how wearing masks can be more detrimental than beneficial. Consider focusing on the population of immunocompromised and elderly, since COVID-19 affects > 75% of the population (this is true of most illnesses). This would be following a precautionary principle based on facts and science. According to Webmd, estimates predict that the overall COVID-19 recovery rate is between 97% and 99.75% (1). In other words, most positive or confirmed cases don't lead to death. The Centre for Infectious Disease Research and Policy state masks for all for COVID-19 is not based on sound data. “We do NOT recommend the general public who do not have symptoms of COVID-19 like illness to routinely wear cloth or surgical masks because: There is no scientific evidence they are effective in reducing the risks of SARS-CoV-2 transmission”. Currently, COVID patients in the hospital receive vitamin C and zinc, would it not make sense to encourage our community to boost their immune system? (2). Since, wearing masks suppresses the immune system. If the majority of the community is healthy, why would you agree that masks for all is a good idea? Lets go deeper. How masks suppress the immune System Wearing a face mask or self-designed facial covering can become a hazard to the health of the majority of our population who remain in good health. The body requires AMPLE amounts of oxygen for optimal immune health. It is unhealthy to keep inhaling your carbon dioxide and restricting proper oxygen flow. Proper oxygenation of your cells and blood is ESSENTIAL for the body to function as it needs too in order to fight off any illness. Masks will hamper oxygen intake. Unless you are working in a hospital setting, it is NOT necessary. (3) Stress Can Lower Your Immunity. A face-covering or mask that interferes with respiration can add to stress. Cortisol is a hormone closely linked with stress. It works as a key player in the body’s stress response and is often measured in research as an indicator of stress. Cortisol plays a vital role in the body’s functioning; it’s secreted by the kidney’s adrenal glands. But high and sustained blood levels of cortisone in individuals stressed by the fear of Covid-19 can trigger serious and emergent health issues. Page 209 of 247 Page 2 of 7 Any healthy person who wears a face mask can become immune compromised by the additional stress that attempting to breathe through a mask can place on the individual. A face mask or facial covering can displace oxygen to the lungs and increase the levels of carbon dioxide intake when exhaled air, trapped inside the mask, is re-breathed. More stress is realized when accumulated moisture causes the mask to “clog” the in halation of air through the mask with increased resistance to inhalation and exhalation. Blocking the passage of air through the mask, even partially, places excessive demands on thoracic muscles and the diaphragm. The result is that breathing becomes more difficult and labored – even among a healthy population. Pushing a shopping cart through a grocery store under these conditions can result in labored respiration. (3) “We know that stress significantly suppresses the immune system, so I can really claim 200% that all the chronic diseases will be more severe and more acute per se. Specifically in situ carcinoma – over 50% of these are going to become more invasive […] So I will say that this epidemic isn’t so much an epidemic of the virus, it’s an epidemic of giving people a lot of fear and stress.” (10) In certain individuals, especially those suffering from PTSD or anxiety, mask obstruction can cause claustrophobia, panic attacks, or a feeling of suffocation. These individuals are more prone to blood pressure spikes, heart attacks, and stroke. All of these factors combined can compromise those with otherwise-normal immune systems. (3) There is potential for increased risk of infection and makes the body acidotic. (3)(4) (5) If your hands aren’t clean, how effective is the mask? Hand hygiene and not touching your face is most important. Sweden has so far pursued the most liberal strategy in dealing with Covid19 , which is based on two principles: Risk groups are protected and people with flu symptoms stay at home. If you follow these two rules, there is no need for further measures, the effect of which is only marginal anyway”, said chief epidemiologist Anders Tegnell. Social and economic life will continue normally. The big rush to hospitals has so far failed to materialize, Tegnell said. German researcher Dr. Richard Capek argues in a quantitative analysis that the Corona epidemic is in fact an “epidemic of tests”. Capek shows that while the number of tests has increased exponentially, the proportion of infections has remained stable and mortality has decreased, which speaks against an exponential spread of the virus itself. Herd Immunity: Sweden has already proven to the satisfaction of Dr. Michael Ryan at WHO that a lockdown is not necessary to achieve herd immunity while maintaining a low-stress and viable economy (3). Page 210 of 247 Page 3 of 7 As Knut M. Wittkowski, bio-statistician states with all respiratory diseases, the only thing that stops the disease is herd immunity. About 80% of the people need to have had contact with the virus, and the majority of them won’t even have recognized that they were infected, or they had very, very mild symptoms, especially if they are children. So it’s very important to keep the schools open and kids mingling to spread the virus to get herd immunity as fast as possible, and then the elderly people, who should be separated, and the nursing homes should be closed during that time, can come back and meet their children and grandchildren after about 4 weeks when the virus has been exterminated. Let’s compare some more data: As of the morning of April 6, 2020, 70,530 people had died from COVID-19 out of 7.8 billion people on the planet – that represents 0.0009% of the world population. Back in 1919 (earlier H1N1 strain), when the globe hosted 1.8 billion people, Spanish flu had claimed the lives of an estimated 50 million people – 2.8% of the world’s population.(6) Questions to Consider: • Do used and loaded masks become sources of enhanced transmission, for the wearer and others? • Do masks become collectors and retainers of pathogens that the mask wearer would otherwise avoid when breathing without a mask? • Are large droplets captured by a mask atomized or aerolized into breathable components? Can virions escape an evaporating droplet stuck to a mask fiber? • What are the dangers of bacterial growth on a used and loaded mask? • How do pathogen-laden droplets interact with environmental dust and aerosols captured on the mask? • What are long-term health effects on users, such as headaches, arising from impeded breathing? • Are there negative psychological consequences to wearing a mask, as a fear-based behavioural modification? • Are children required to wear masks? At what age? They do not work if they are not fitted and worn properly. Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, 1982 In S. 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, every individual is equal before and under the law and has the right to equal protection and equal benefit of the law without discrimination, in particular, without discrimination based on race, nationality, ethnic origin, color, religion, sex, age or mental or physical disability. Page 211 of 247 Page 4 of 7 You may want to consider if masks are mandatory, how many people in these categories, especially mental or physical disability, will be discriminated against when compared to recovery success rates? Death Rate The CDC estimates the death rate from COVID-19 for those under 50 is 1 in 5,000 for those with symptoms, which would be 1 in 6,725 overall, but again, almost all those who die have specific comorbidities or underlying conditions. Those without them are more likely to die in a car accident. And schoolchildren, whose lives, mental health, and education we are destroying, are more likely to get struck by lightning. (7) Lockdown Google's data on the mobility changes due to the various measures imposed by governments to stop the spread of COVID-19 shows that the many nations that imposed lockdowns have much higher infection and mortality rates than the few nations that didn't, such as Sweden, Belarus, Taiwan, South Korea and the Netherlands. It is therefore clear that quarantine measures not only do not work but are in fact counterproductive as they result in much higher infection and mortality rates in addition to economic hardship that will have disastrous long-term consequences not only on the standard of living but also on human health. (8) In summary, thank you for considering this information in your decision. Why not give the community a choice in this matter? Those that want or need to wear a mask WILL wear a mask. Page 212 of 247 Page 5 of 7 Additional Studies 1. A Korean study put masks on COVID-19 infected people and did not reduce the transmission of viral RNA when patients coughed with a mask on. “Neither surgical nor cotton masks effectively filtered SARS–CoV-2 during coughs by infected patients.” Bae S et al. Effectiveness of Surgical and Cotton Masks in Blocking SARS-CoV-2: A Controlled Comparison in 4 Patients. Ann Intern Med. 2020 Apr 6. 2. Masks did not help infected people reduce their risk of infecting others, nor reduce the risk of uninfected people contracting influenza. “In this review, we did not find evidence to support a protective effect of personal protective measures or environm ental measures in reducing influenza transmission…Hand hygiene is a widely used intervention and has been shown to effectively reduce the transmission of gastrointestinal infections and respiratory infections. However, in our systematic review, updating the findings of Wong et al., we did not find evidence of a major effect of hand hygiene on laboratory-confirmed influenza virus transmission...We did not find evidence that surgical-type face masks are effective in reducing laboratory-confirmed influenza transmission, either when worn by infected persons (source control) or by persons in the general community to reduce their susceptibility...It is essential to note that the mechanisms of person-to-person transmission in the community have not been fully determined. Controversy remains over the role of transmission through fine-particle aerosols.” Xiao J et al. Nonpharmaceutical Measures for Pandemic Influenza in Nonhealthcare Settings-Personal Protective and Environmental Measures. Emerg Infect Dis. 2020 May 17; 26(5). 3. Adverse consequences of masks are most obvious among health-care workers, where use is more controlled, but members of the general public who voluntarily wear masks for extended periods of time may experience similar problems. A study in BMJ showed that people who were told to wear cloth masks for extended period of time (for purposes of this study) had higher rates of influenza -like illness than other health care workers but could decide if and when to wear masks, and higher rates than those wearing surgical masks. Even among health care workers, mask wearing could be counter-productive. “The rates of all infection outcomes were highest in the cloth mask arm, with the rat e of ILI [influenza-like illness] statistically significantly higher in the cloth mask arm (relative risk (RR)=13.00, 95% CI 1.69 to 100.07) compared with the medical mask arm. Cloth masks also had significantly higher rates of ILI compared with the contro l arm [workers who followed standard practice, which could sometimes include mask wearing]. An analysis by mask use showed ILI (RR=6.64, 95% CI 1.45 to 28.65) and laboratory - confirmed virus (RR=1.72, 95% CI 1.01 to 2.94) were significantly higher in the cloth masks group compared with the medical masks group. Penetration of cloth masks by particles was almost 97% and medical masks 44%.” MacIntyre CR et al. A cluster randomised trial of cloth masks compared with medical masks in healthcare workers. BMJ Open. 2015 Apr 22; 5(4): e006577. 4. A study from Singapore found an increased risk of headaches, indicative of oxygen deprivation, among health care workers. This may or may not apply to the general public who generally wear masks that are less tight fitting (and therefore less effective). Page 213 of 247 Page 6 of 7 “A total of 158 healthcare workers participated in the study. Majority [126/158 (77.8%)] were aged 21-35 years. Participants included nurses [102/158 (64.6%)], doctors [51/158 (32.3%)], and paramedical staff [5/158 (3.2%)]. Pre-existing primary headache diagnosis was present in about a third [46/158 (29.1%)] of respondents. Those based at the emergency department had higher average daily duration of combined PPE exposure compared to those working in isolation wards [7.0 vs 5.2 hours] or medical ICU [7.0 vs 2.2 hours]. Out of 158 respondents, 128 (81.0%) respondents developed de novo PPE - associated headaches. A pre-existing primary headache diagnosis (OR = 4.20 and combined PPE usage for >4 hours per day (OR 3.91) were independently associated with de novo PPE-associated headaches. Since COVID-19 outbreak, 42/46 (91.3%) of respondents with pre-existing headache diagnosis either “agreed” or “strongly agreed” that the increased PPE usage had affected the control of their background headaches, which affected their level of work performance.” Ong JJY et al. Headaches Associated With Personal Protective Equipment - A Cross- Sectional Study Among Frontline Healthcare Workers During COVID‐19. Headache. 2020 05; 60(5): 864-877. 5. WHO has stated that is no benefit to healthy people wearing masks in public, and there is only limited evidence that masks help when in contact with a sick person.“There is limited evidence that wearing a medical mask by healthy individuals in the households or among contacts of a sick patient, or among attendees of mass gatherings may be beneficial as a preventive measure. However, there is currently no evidence that wearing a mask (whether medical or other types) by healthy persons in the wider community setting, including universal community masking, can prevent them from infection with respiratory viruses, including COVID-19.” Advice on the use of masks in the context of COVID-19. WHO. 2020 Apr 6. 6. Dr Jenny Harries, a Deputy Chief Medical Officer from the UK, warns that because most members of the public use one mask for an extended period of time, when they take it off at home and put it on a non-sterile surface it becomes contaminated. “What tends to happen is people will have one mask. They won’t wear it all the time, they will take it off when they get home, they will put it down on a surface they haven’t cleaned. Or they will be out and they haven’t washed their hands, they will have a cup of coffee somewhere, they half hook it off, they wipe something over it. In fact, you can actually trap the virus in the mask and start breathing it in. Because of these behavioural issues, people can adversely put themselves at more risk than less.” Baynes C. Coronavirus: Face masks could increase risk of infection, medical chief warns. The Independent. 2020 Mar 12. 7. Jake Dunning, head of emerging infections and zoonoses (animal to human transmission of disease) at Public Health England added that, “[there is] very little evidence of a widespread benefit [from wearing masks]…Face masks must be worn correctly, changed frequently, removed properly, disposed of safely and used in combination with good universal hygiene behaviour in order for them to be effective.” Baynes C. Coronavirus: Face masks could increase risk of infection, medical chief warns. The Independent. 2020 Mar 12. 8. The University of Minnesota Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) does not recommend that the public wears masks, because they do not work, they may reduce other preventive measures, and they risk the supply of masks for Page 214 of 247 Page 7 of 7 healthcare workers. “We do not recommend requiring the general public who do not have symptoms of COVID-19-like illness to routinely wear cloth or surgical masks because: There is no scientific evidence they are effective in reducing the risk of SARS-CoV-2 transmission Their use may result in those wearing the masks to relax other distancing efforts because they have a sense of protection We need to preserve the supply of surgical masks for at-risk healthcare workers.” Brosseau LM et al. COMMENTARY: Masks-for-all for COVID-19 not based on sound data. CIDRAP. 2020 Apr 1. 9. An experienced ER nurse (RN, MSN) examined the data when her grandchild’s pre - school decided that even toddlers need to wear masks, and her literature review produced a lot of information against mask wearing, and she showed that the seven papers by the CDC in support of mask wearing are irrelevant to the subject. Neuenschwander P. Healthy People Wearing Masks to Stop Corona Not Supported by Science. Jennifer Margulis. 2020 May 13. 10. https://off-guardian.org/2020/07/02/no-one-has-died-from-the-coronavirus-president-of- the-bulgarian-pathology-association References: 1. https://www.webmd.com/lung/covid-recovery-overview#1 2. https://www.pharmacytimes.com/news/evaluating-the-efficacy-of-adjunctive-therapies- used-to-treat-covid-19-the-role-of--vitamin-c-and-zinc 3. https://alachuachronicle.com/harold-saive-fask-mask-mandate-can-damage-the-immune- system/ 4. https://www.instagram.com/tv/CAGKK3EgK5r/ 5. https://vimeo.com/424254660 6. https://www.forbes.com/sites/petercohan/2020/04/06/how-covid-19-crunch-compares-to- spanish-flu-great-depression/#4fe3b71798d3 7. https://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/horowitz-cdc-confirms-remarkably-low- coronavirus-death-rate-where-media 8. https://www.google.com/covid19/mobility/?fbclid=IwAR0t- Va26EWueMjzR4JjwV8Vn6ccKSfHy3rZCZxKmXkf3cLE3ORa0zweQVc Page 215 of 247 Niagara Falls Mental Health Committee Proposal Created by: Matt Anthony Guarasci Proposal Curated by: Sheri Hawkins Attention: Bill Matson, Jim Diodati & Niagara Falls City Council What is the Niagara Falls Mental Health Committee? The Niagara Falls Mental Health Committee is a dedicated group of community advocates that focuses on providing tangible mental health oriented resources to the Niagara Falls community and it’s residents. Vision and Execution Duties: 1)Execute the Niagara Falls Mental Health Fair (annually) in partnership with the Scotiabank Convention Centre with the intention of making the event the largest mental health oriented event in southern Ontario. The event will promote mental health awareness as well be centralized on raising monetary funds for Pathstone Mental Health. Our goal is to provide a safe space for all attendees, vendors and guests. Our commitment will be to embrace inclusivity and to work alongside all private and public sectors of the mental health practitioners within the Niagara region. 2)Provide weekly updates on social media geared towards providing tangible resources for private and public mental health institutions within the Niagara area. 3)Support other community oriented/mental health oriented events and initiatives within the Niagara region. Required Meetings: Minimum twice a month. Primary Community Supporters & Partners: Scotiabank Convention Centre, Pathstone Mental Health, Spark Niagara, Ryerson Innovation Hub, Mainly Niagara, Invittco Management Co, The Storyteller Web and more. Growth & Opportunity Ideas for Expansion: Partner up with Brock University, Niagara College and the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council to have a digital communications student to join the committee to assist with the promotion of various community programs and initiatives that are happening within the community. City of Niagara Falls Involvement: Provide in-kind resources for promotion for online mental health resources as well as the Niagara Mental Health Fair. If financial backing is something that the City of Niagara Falls is willing to contribute for the event then we would love to have that conversation at a later date. Page 216 of 247 Upcoming Events Hosted by Committee Express Your Stress Creations in Quarantine Art Show 2020 The Niagara Mental Health Fair is happy to present the “Express Your Stress: Creations in Quarantine” online art show. This online art showcase will showcase original visual and multimedia art creations of what was going on within the minds of our artistic creators within Niagara during the COVID-19 pandemic. This event is funded and supported by the Niagara Falls Arts and Cultural Development Fund. Niagara Falls Mental Health Fair Event 2021 Niagara’s largest mental health oriented event that connects various organizations, educators, practitioners, influencers and community outlets. We provide tangible and online resources to better serve the education aspect of mental health within the Niagara region. Our second annual event is scheduled to take place on November 13th 2021 at the Scotiabank Convention Centre in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Committee Members: Matt Anthony Guarasci, Tina Myers, Sheila Deluca, Trisha Rolfe, Sheri Hawkins. For more information please contact Matt Anthony Guarasci at matt.anthony.ent@gmail.com or 289 696 2780. Page 217 of 247 MW-2020-14 June 23, 2020 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW -2020-14 Funding Commitments for the Drummond Road, Portage Road and Gallinger Street Projects In Camera RECOMMENDATIONS 1. That Staff be authorized to enter into a Transfer Payment Agreement (TPA) with both the federal and provincial governments. 2. That Council preauthorize the expenditure of $4,207,900.00, to be allocated from the 2021 Capital Budget, in order to expedite construction works for Phase I. 3. That Council confirm their commitment to fund future phases of the Drummond Road, Portage Road and Gallinger Street project. 4. That Council rise and report at the next regular Council meeting, subsequent to the Federal announcements. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY City of Niagara Falls (City) staff submitted an application for the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program: Rural and Northern Communities Stream (ICIP Program) for the reconstruction of Drummond Road from Thorold Stone Road to and including the intersection of Morrison Street, Portage Road from and including the intersection with Elizabeth Street to Althea Street and Gallinger Street. Staff were recently notified that the project has been conditionally and confidentially approved for funding and may receive a maximum funding allocation of up to $4,166,499.33. Total project costs over several years are estimated at $9,977,700.00, resulting in a final anticipated capital investment of $5,686,800.67 by the City. To secure the ICIP funding, the City of Niagara Falls must enter into a Transfer Payment Agreement (TPA) with both the federal and provincial governments. The TPA will require the City confirm its commitment to fund all ineligible costs, to fund upfront costs for eligible costs as they are incurred, and to fund all project overruns as well as all life cycle operations and maintenance costs. Therefore, staff recommend that Council provide Page 218 of 247 2 MW-2020-14 June 23, 2020 authorization to enter into the TPA, that Council preauthorize $4,207,900.00 from the 2021 Capital Budget to expedite construction works, and that Council confirm their commitment to fund future phases of the project. BACKGROUND In March 2019, the federal government, along with their funding partner the Province of Ontario, announced the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program: Rural and Northern Communities Stream (ICIP Program). City of Niagara Falls (City) staff completed an application for the reconstruction of Drummond Road from Thorold Stone Road to and including the intersection of Morrison Street, Portage Road from and including the intersection with Elizabeth Street to Althea Street and Gallinger Street. A location plan has been included as Attachment 1. The project area has been broken up into three (3) distinct project phases and are proposed to be constructed separately and in accordance with the timeframe allotted by the ICIP Program guidelines. Phase I includes Drummond Road from Thorold Stone Road to Cherrywood Road. Phase II includes Drummond Road from and including the intersection with Cherrywood Road to and including the intersection of Morrison Street. Phase III includes Portage Road from and including the intersection with Elizabeth Street to Althea Street and Gallinger Street. Proposed project phasing has been illustrated in Attachment 1. Project scope for each phase will include underground replacement work where required, including the replacement of aging watermain, repair of deficient sanitary or storm sewers, and separation of combined sewers (including installation of a new storm system where needed), as well as street light upgrades, full road reconstruction, and improvements to active transportation route linkages such as bike lanes, sidewalks and trails. On May 20, 2020, City staff were notified that the project had been conditionally approved for funding. Early communications have requested that this conditional funding approval be kept strictly confidential until such time as government representatives contact the City to release a joint communication regarding final funding approval and commitments. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE Through the ICIP Program successful projects will receive a maximum funding allocation of up to 50% from the federal government and 33.33% from the Ontario provincial government based on a maximum $5,000,000 in eligible costs. The funding allocation is presented in Table 1. Page 219 of 247 3 MW-2020-14 June 23, 2020 Table 1: ICIP Program Funding Allocation Contributing Partner Percent Maximum Funding Federal Government 50% $2,499,999.60 Provincial Government 33.33% $1,666,499.73 Total Funding 83.33% $4,166,499.33 As a condition of funding, the City will be required to commit to the full cost of the project phases. Ineligible costs include sewer and watermain replacement work, land acquisition and previously committed fees. Eligible costs include road reconstruction design and construction work and any associated necessary utility relocation work which has not yet been undertaken. The anticipated annual funding commitments are presented in Table 2. Table 2 also includes an estimate for additional funding through the Niagara Region’s Wet Weather Management (WWM) Program as well as the isolation of funds which have been previously committed to the project. Table 2: Summary of Estimated Project Costs by Funding by Year Estimated Costs City Commitment ICIP/WWM Funding Total Costs Previously Approved $280,040.00 $14,960.00 $295,000.00 Preauthorized 2021 Capital Budget $1,970,985.00 $2,236,915.00 $4,207,900.00 2021 Capital Budget $395,036.00 $498,564.00 $893,600.00 2023 Capital Budget $662,290.00 $869,910.00 $1,532,200.00 2025 Capital Budget $2,378,449.67 $670,550.33 $3,049,000.00 Total Costs $5,686,800.67 $4,290,899.33 $9,977,700.00 Note: Costs are estimates only and are subject to revision. Previous costs were approved in the 2017 Capital Budget. 2023 Regional WWM funding has been estimated but has not been applied for or approved. Capital budget sheets for each project phase have been included as Attachment 2. Costs presented in this report are estimates only. Revised capital budget sheets will be provided to Council in subsequent capital budget years for further approval. Page 220 of 247 4 MW-2020-14 June 23, 2020 FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS To secure the ICIP funding, the City of Niagara Falls must enter into a Transfer Payment Agreement (TPA) with both the federal and provincial governments. The key terms and conditions of the TPA have been outlined in a letter from the Ministry of Infrastructure and the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (the Letter) which is included as Attachment 3. As noted in the letter, upon entering into the TPA the City will be required to commit to the financial affirmations noted below:  Confirm commitment to fund ineligible costs for all project phases.  Confirm commitment to fund eligible costs as they are incurred and prior to reimbursement under the ICIP Program.  Confirm commitment to fund all overruns of eligible costs.  Confirm commitment to fund all life cycle operations and maintenance costs. City staff recommend that Council provide authorization to enter into the TPA with both the federal and provincial governments. Furthermore, City staff recommend that Council preauthorize the expenditure of $4,207,900.00, to be allocated from the 2021 Capital Budget, in order to expedite construction works for Phase I, and that Council confirm their commitment to fund future phases of the project. It is anticipated that the Phase I construction tender will occur in late 2020, with a possible construction start date in Spring 2021. Construction dates are subject to change dependent on the receipt of all necessary permits and approvals and the completion of preconstruction utility relocations. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Implementation of this project meets the intent of Council’s Strategic Priorities by providing strong and resilient infrastructure in a healthy and safe livable community through engaging and accountable government practices. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Location Plan – Drummond Road, Portage Road and Gallinger Street Projects 2. Capital Budget Sheets Page 221 of 247 5 MW-2020-14 June 23, 2020 3. Letter from the Ministry of Infrastructure and the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Recommended by: Erik Nickel, Director of Municipal Works Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 222 of 247 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2020 - A by-law to authorize the payment of $22,988,893.59 for General Purposes. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to pay the attached list of disbursements for the period from May 19, 2020 to June 29, 2020. Read a First, Second and Third time; passed, signed and sealed in open Council this 14th day of July, 2020. ........................................................... ............................................................. WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR Page 223 of 247 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2020 – A by-law to amend By-law No. 2008-224, being a by-law to prohibit or regulate the placing or erecting of signs, notices, and advertising devises on public and private property within the City of Niagara Falls. (SBA-2020-001) THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. By-law No. 2008-224 is amended by adding the following subsection: “21.10 Site Specific Provisions 21.10.4 Notwithstanding the provisions contained in section 13.0 Table 6 hereof to the contrary, a billboard sign that is 100% electronic changeable copy shall be permitted on the lands at the southwest corner of Thorold Stone Road and Garner Road, being PIN 64266-0145, that is known as 8972 Thorold Stone Road, and shall: i. be equipped with photocell technology to automatically adjust the sign’s brightness based on ambient light levels so as to not cause any impacts on surrounding residential use nor cause distraction to drivers along Thorold Stone Road; and, ii. once the amendment is approved, remove the second existing static billboard sign located nearest the west property line. Read a First, Second and Third time; passed, signed and sealed in open Council this 14th day of July, 2020. ........................................................ ..................................................................... WILLIAM MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR S:\SIGNS\2020\SBA-2020-001\By-law.docx Page 224 of 247 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2020 - A by-law to designate Blocks 7 & 8, Registered Plan 59M-474, not to be subject to part- lot control (PLC-2020-003). WHEREAS subsection 50(7) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, provides, in part, that the council of a local municipality may by by-law designate lands that would otherwise be subject to part-lot control, not be subject to such part-lot control; AND WHEREAS such by-laws are required under subsection 50(7.1) of the Planning Act to be approved by the appropriate approval authority, that being the Regional Municipality of Niagara as per subsection 51(5) of the Planning Act, subsequently delegated to the City of Niagara Falls by Regional Municipality of Niagara By-law No. 8819-97; AND WHEREAS the said lands are zoned by By-law No. 79-200, as amended by By-law No. 2013-126 to permit on-street townhouse dwellings; AND WHEREAS the owner of the said lands proposes to divide Blocks 7 & 8 into 9 parcels, two with easements, to be sold separately; AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls deems it expedient to designate that the said lands not be subject to part-lot control. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. That subsection 50(5) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, not apply to Blocks 7 & 8, Registered Plan 59M-474, in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara. 2. This by-law shall remain in full force and effect for two years from the date of passage of this by-law, after which time this by-law shall expire and be deemed to be repealed and of no effect. Read a First, Second and Third time; passed, signed and sealed in open Council this 14th day of July, 2020. ........................................................... ............................................................. WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR S:\PART LOT CONTROL\2020\PLC-003\By-law.docx Page 225 of 247 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2020- A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to recognize a semi-detached dwelling on the Lands (AM-2020-002). THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. The Lands that are the subject of and affected by the provisions of this by-law are described in Schedule 1 of this by-law and shall be referred to in this by-law as the “Lands”. Schedule 1 is a part of this by-law. 2. The purpose of this by-law is to amend the provisions of By-law No. 79-200, to permit the use of the Lands in a manner that would otherwise be prohibited by that by-law. In the case of any conflict between a specific provision of this by-law and any existing provision of By-law No. 79-200, the provisions of this by-law are to prevail. 3. Notwithstanding any provision of By-law No. 79-200 to the contrary, the following uses and regulations shall be the permitted uses and regulations governing the permitted uses on and of the Lands. 4. The permitted uses shall be the uses permitted in a R2 zone 5. The regulations governing the permitted uses shall be: (a) Minimum lot area 412 square metres (b) Minimum lot frontage 12 metres (c) Minimum front yard depth including a roofed-over one storey porch 6 metres plus 9.9 metres from the centreline of Bridge Street (d) (e) Minimum interior side yard width Maximum driveway width in a front yard 1 metre 10 metres (f) The balance of regulations specified for a R2 use 6. All other applicable regulations set out in By-law No. 79-200 shall continue to apply to govern the permitted uses on the Lands, with all necessary changes in detail. 7. No person shall use the Lands for a use that is not a permitted use. Page 226 of 247 2 8. No person shall use the Lands in a manner that is contrary to the regulations. 9. The provisions of this by-law shall be shown on Sheet D3 of Schedule “A” of By- law No. 79-200 by redesignating the Lands from TRM to R2 and numbered 1123. 10. Section 19 of By-law No. 79-200 is amended by adding thereto: 19.1.1123 Refer to By-law No. 2020-___. Read a First, Second and Third time; passed, signed and sealed in open Council this 14th day of July, 2020. ....................................................................... ..................................................................... WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR S:\ZONING\AMS\2020\By-laws\Byam002 - draft bylaw.docx Page 227 of 247 12.1 9 m 1 2 .1 9 m 33.83m33.83mB r i d g e S t Homewood AvSCHEDULE 1 TO BY-LAW NO. 2020- Subject Lands: Amending Zoning By-law No. 79-200 Applicant: Assessment #: K:\GIS_Requests\2020\Schedule\Zoning\02\Zoning_bylaw_AM_2020-002.mxd ROBERT DEKKER 272501001101400 AM-2020-002 ¹ 6/29/2020 Description:PLAN 322 PT LOTS 128-129 AS IN RO746993 NTS R2 1123 Page 228 of 247 THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS BY-LAW Number 2020 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. (Stop Signs at Intersections, Yield Signs at Intersections) --------------------------------------------------------------- The Council of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls hereby ENACTS as follows: 1. By-law No. 89-2000, as amended, is hereby further amended (a) by adding to the specified columns of Schedule P thereto the following items: STOP SIGNS AT INTERSECTIONS COLUMN 1 INTERSECTION COLUMN 2 FACING TRAFFIC May Avenue at Buttrey Street Southbound on May Avenue May Avenue at Terrace Avenue Westbound on May Avenue Peach Avenue at Doreen Drive Southbound on Peach Avenue Peach Avenue at Sherwood Road Northbound on Peach Avenue Birchwood Court at Doreen Drive Southbound on Birchwood Court Darcy Crescent at Glengate Street Southbound on Darcy Crescent Darcy Crescent at Pettit Avenue Westbound on Darcy Crescent Parkway Drive at Breadner Crescent Southbound on Parkway Drive Lamont Avenue at Mundare Crescent Southbound on Lamont Avenue Page 229 of 247 Lamont Avenue at Mundare Crescent Northbound on Lamont Avenue Elm Street at Homewood Avenue Eastbound on Elm Street (b) by removing from the specified columns of Schedule Q thereto the following item: YIELD SIGNS AT INTERSECTIONS COLUMN 1 INTERSECTION COLUMN 2 FACING TRAFFIC Lamont Ave. and Mundare Cres. Southeast bound on Lamont Ave. This By-law shall come into force when the appropriate signs are installed. Passed this fourteenth day of July, 2020. ............................................................... ........................................................... WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: July 14, 2020 Second Reading: July 14, 2020 Third Reading: July 14, 2020 Page 230 of 247 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2020 - A by-law to declare a pedestrian access lane into Corwin Park between Lots 45 and 46 on Plan 121 (off Erwin Crescent), as surplus. WHEREAS City of Niagara Falls By-law No. 2003-16, as amended by 2005-123, governing the sale of land by the City of Niagara Falls provides that prior to selling any land, the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls shall by by-law or resolution declare the land to be surplus; AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls, at its meeting of July 14, 2020, adopted the Recommendations of Council Report L-2020-07, to declare surplus the 5’ foot access lane between Lots 45 and 46 on Plan 121 (Part of PIN 64357-0180); AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls now deems it expedient to pass this by-law; THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. The 5’ foot access lane between Lots 45 and 46 on Plan 121, in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, is hereby declared surplus. 2. The Mayor and City Clerk and City Solicitor are hereby authorized to execute all documents that may be required for the purpose of carrying out the intent of this by-law and the Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the corporate seal thereto and to deliver such documents. Read a First, Second and Third time; passed, signed and sealed in open Council this fourteenth day of July, 2020. ................................................................ ................................................................ WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR Page 231 of 247 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2020 – A by-law to hereby authorize the Mayor and Treasurer to execute a Letter of Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario (the "Ministry") and the City of Niagara Falls (the "Municipality") Related to Funding Provided by the Province of Ontario (the "Province") to the Municipality under the Dedicated Gas Tax Funds for Public Transportation Program. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. An Agreement, in the form attached hereto, authorizing the Mayor and Treasurer to execute a Letter of Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario (the "Ministry") and the City of Niagara Falls (the "Municipality") Related to Funding Provided by the Province of Ontario (the "Province") to the Municipality under the Dedicated Gas Tax Funds for Public Transportation Program, is hereby approved. 2. The Mayor and Treasurer are hereby authorized to execute the said Agreement and all other documents that may be required for the purpose of carrying out the intent of this by-law. 3. The Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the corporate seal thereto and to deliver such documents. Passed this fourteenth day of July, 2020. ........................................................... ..................................................... . WILLIAM G. MATSON, JAMES M. 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WHEREAS the collective agreements entered into with bargaining agents on behalf of certain employees of the City of Niagara Falls make provisions for sick leave, pensions and other benefits; and WHEREAS it is deemed expedient to pass a By-law to prescribe the sick leave, pensions and certain other benefits for employees of the City who are not covered by a collective agreement; and WHEREAS to facilitate better work-life balance and wellness, employees are encouraged to utilize annual vacation time entitlements, whenever possible; and WHEREAS it is understood, however, that due to operational concerns, workload pressures and personal circumstances, that utilizing vacation time entitlements may not always be possible. WHEREAS all approved changes by Council will be effective on ratification of this by-law notwithstanding the changes to the vacation schedule will be effective June 1, 2020. NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. DEFINITIONS In this By-law (a) “Corporation” means The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls; (b) “Employee” means all permanent full-time employees of the Corporation who are directly under the control of the Council of the Corporation exclusive of the employee to whom a collective agreement with any bargaining agent or agency applies. 2. SHORT TERM DISABILITY (a) Short Term Disability means the period of time an employee is permitted to be absent from work with pay by virtue of being sick, quarantined because of exposure to contagious disease, or because of an accident for which compensation is not payable under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act. Such an employee may be required to supply medical certification for such absence, certifying that the employee is unable to report to work. Page 237 of 247 Final Version: Nov. 25, 2019 Page 2 of 6 (b) Sick leave shall not be available to a new employee until they have completed a three (3) month waiting period. (c) An employee shall be entitled to Short Term Disability coverage in accordance with Human Resources Policy Number 400.12. 3. PENSIONS The Corporation and the employees shall make contributions in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System and the Canada Pension Plan. The normal retirement age for all Non -Union staff is age 65 as provided for in the OMERS Pension Plan. 4. GENERAL WELFARE The Corporation shall make available the following benefits, subject to the provisions of the plans; (a) Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance All employees under age 65, one and one-half times basic annual salary to the next highest $1,000. For employees who retire after March 1, 2006, retired employees up to 70 years of age: $50,000. The Accidental Death Dismemberment provision shall not apply to retired employees. (b) Extended Health Care Plan $10-$20 deductible. Pay Direct Drug Card program with a dispensing fee limitation of $10.00 per script, including positive enrolment and coordination of benefits. $450 per person every two (2) years for eyeglasses (can be used to offset laser eye surgery). $90 per person for eye examinations every two years. Effective September 1, 2008, $1,000 per person every three (3) years for hearing aids. (c) A Dental Plan based upon the current benefit service provider at the O.D.A. Suggested Fee Guide for General Practitioners for the year proceeding the current year. Orthodontic benefits, 50% co-insurance, $2,500 per person lifetime maximum. Crowns and Bridges at 50% co-insurance with an annual maximum of $2,000 every two (2) years. (d) Effective March 1, 2006, paramedical benefits including Chiropractic benefits have a $750 annual maximum for employees and $350 annual maximum for employees’ dependents. Page 238 of 247 Final Version: Nov. 25, 2019 Page 3 of 6 (e) A Long Term Disability Plan to provide 75% of normal gross monthly earnings to a maximum of $8,500 until age 65, plan to be “Own Occupation two years,” to be effective after an elimination period of 120 days disability. Benefits provided under Article 4 to be paid by the employer while employee is on LTD. benefit. If disabled after age 63 benefits are payable until age 65. An employee must make application for OMERS Disability Pension Benefits if requested to do so by the LTD carrier. The services in (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) shall be paid for 100% by the Corporation. The services in (a), and (b) shall be available to employees retired after January 1, 1969 and the cost shall be borne 100% by the Corporation, so long as the coverage is available from the Underwriter at group rates. The services in (a), (b) and (d) shall be available to employees who retire early using options offered by O.M.E.R.S. Pension Plan (30 years and/or 90 factor), and the cost shall be borne 100% by the Corporation until such employees attain the age of sixty five (65), as long as the coverage is available from the Underwriter at group rates. The services in (c) shall be available to employees retiring with the “90 factor” and/or retired with a full unreduced OMERS pension. 5. PAID HOLIDAYS In accordance with Ontario Employment Standards guidelines, an employee shall receive the equivalent of one (1) day’s pay at his/her current rate for each of the following holidays, regardless of the day on which the holiday is observed: New Year’s Day Family Day Good Friday Easter Monday Victoria Day Canada Day Civic Holiday Labour Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day Boxing Day One day on Christmas Eve or New Year’s Eve or other day designated by the Corporation (the choice at the discretion of the Corporation); The employee must have worked 6 full calendar months in order to receive one Floating Holiday to be scheduled by mutual agreement between the employee and his/her supervisor; and any other day proclaimed as a holiday by the Federal or Provincial Government or the Mayor of the City of Niagara Falls provided that: (a) The employee has worked his/her scheduled regular day of work preceding or his/her scheduled regular day of work following the paid holiday, unless excused in writing by a Human Resources representative, for reasonable cause. (b) If a paid holiday is observed during an employee’s vacation, such employee shall be given another day’s vacation with pay. Page 239 of 247 Final Version: Nov. 25, 2019 Page 4 of 6 6. VACATIONS The vacation accrual year is June 1st to May 31st. An employee shall receive an annual vacation and vacation pay based on the accrual year on the following basis: Years of Service as of May 31st of the Current Year Vacation Vacation Pay Less than one year 1 working day for each month up to a maximum of 10 4% *One year or more 3 weeks 6% Eight years or more 4 weeks 8% Fifteen years or more 5 weeks 10% Twenty-four years or more 6 weeks 12% * After one year or more employees with previous direct experience may be entitled to four (4) weeks’ vacation at the discretion of Human Resources. Those employees will be considered as having eight (8) years’ experience in the calculation of the years of service for the vacation milestone changes. Each week of vacation pay will be calculated at the appropriate percentage shown above of gross annual earnings in the vacation year ending May 31st, or at the employee’s normal weekly hours times his/her regular rate, whichever is greater. An absent employee who ceases to be entitled to receive pay from the Corporation due to being granted leave of absence without pay or having exhausted his/her sick leave credits shall be entitled to vacation pay only to the extent and in proportion to the time for which s/he has been paid during the year ending May 31st based on his/her standard working hours during such year. Subject to Department Head approval up to ten (10) days’ vacation may be carried forward from May 31st to June 1st the following vacation accrual year. For those in salary grades 11 - 13 only, vacation time may be carried forward to the following vacation accrual year up to the employee’s maximum annual vacation time entitlement. Any special exceptions require the approval of the Chief Administrative Officer. The City reserves the right to refuse such requests due to operational considerations and/or impose reasonable limits on any vacation time taken in excess of three consecutive weeks. Page 240 of 247 Final Version: Nov. 25, 2019 Page 5 of 6 7. OVERTIME (a) Employees in Level 6 and Below Employees in these levels will be paid at time-and-one-half for all hours worked, Sundays or Paid Holidays included. Ten days of lieu time at the normal weekly hours may be accumulated and is earned at time-and- one-half, Sundays included. (b) Employees in Level 7 and Above Employees in these levels may accumulate ten (10) days of lieu time which is all earned at straight time, Sundays or Paid Holidays included. *Supervisors only (Level 7 and 8) who work on any of the 11 normal paid holidays will be paid double time for those hours only. No equivalent time off will be granted. A minimum of thirty (30) minutes overtime must be performed at any one time before overtime is payable. (c) Overtime worked by any one employee shall be limited by the provisions of the Employment Standards Act. In case of an accident or in case of work urgently required to be done to machinery or plant, the employer may require an employee to work beyond the normal limits of hours of work prescribed by the Employment Standards Act. Authorization for such emergency conditions shall be obtained from the Chief Administrative Officer and shall include but not limited to employees who are required to work and/or operate vehicles while responding to an emergency situation or impending situation that constitutes an imminent threat, risk or danger, though not necessarily one of major proportions to life, property or the environment, whether caused by forces of nature, an accident, an intentional act or otherwise. (d) Provided employees have maximized their lieu time of ten (10) days, overtime may be payable up to a maximum of one (1) week per calendar year for emergency situations identified in part (c). (e) All work for which overtime is payable must be authorized by the Department Head concerned. (f) Non-Union staff are not entitled to meal allowances for Overtime worked. 8. PAYMENT TO DUTY SUPERVISOR The Duty Supervisor will be paid the following shift premium in addition to their regular rate of pay: Regular scheduled shift starting between 12midnight to 6am - $7.50 per shift. Page 241 of 247 Final Version: Nov. 25, 2019 Page 6 of 6 9. By-law Number 2010-06 is hereby repealed. Read a First, Second and Third time; passed, signed and sealed in open Council this 14th day of July, 2020. ........................................................... ............................................................. WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR Page 242 of 247 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2020 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or municipal by-laws. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1 . By-law No. 2002-081 is amended by deleting Schedules “C” and “D4” and that Schedules “C” and “D4” attached hereto shall be inserted in lieu thereof. Read a first, second, third time and passed. Signed and sealed in open Council this 14th day of July, 2020. ............................................................... ........................................................... WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR Page 243 of 247 SCHEDULE “C” 1. Parking By-law Enforcement Officers: Thomas Barber Rebecca Blanchard Paul Brown Marianne Catherwood Julio Cavaliere Joe Corradi Bill Crowder Angela Davy Mario Digianni Brandon Erb John Garvie Ryan Giles Cathy-Lynn Hanson John MacLeod Andrea Malgie Robert Mascia Krista McGowan Adam Parsons Madison Poirier Liam Raymond Philip Rudachuk Chris Russell Thomas Tavender Kim Watson SCHEDULE “D4” HOCO LIMITED 1. Parking By-law Enforcement Officers on private property: Justin Baird James Hole James D’Annunzio Abby Kapur Aiden Loughlin Abbey MacPherson Dean Murray Nathan Poole Ryan James Emily Romano Page 244 of 247 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2020- A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, as amended, to provide for the temporary use of lands for outdoor patios and/or sidewalk cafés as an accessary use within certain zones of the City of Niagara Falls. WHEREAS an emergency was declared in the Province of Ontario pursuant to the Ontario Regulation 50/20; AND WHEREAS the Province has responded to the impacts on the hospitality sector, by Order in Council dated July 2, 2020; AND WHEREAS the municipality is exempt from certain provisions of the Planning Act to authorize the temporary use of land for an outdoor patio or sidewalk café operated in conjunction with a business where food or drink is served, or sold or offered; NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLOWS: 1. That By-law No. 79-200 as amended, is hereby further amended, as follows: 1.1. An outdoor patio or sidewalk café may be permitted as an accessory use to the following: a) Section 8.1.1 - (a) bake shop; and (g) restaurant; b) Section 8.2.1 - (c) bake shop; (k) drive-in restaurant; (p) hotel; (z) place of entertainment; (cc) private club; (gg) restaurant; and (jj) tavern; c) Section 8.4.1 - (c) bake shop; (h) drive-in restaurant; (o) place of entertainment; (t) tavern; and (w) beer, wine or liquor store; d) Section 8.5.1 – (d) bake shop; (j) drive-in restaurant; (o) hotel; (x) place of entertainment; (bb) private club; (dd) restaurant; (gg) tavern; (kk) licensed establishment; and (ll) nightclub; e) Section 8.6.1 – (d) bake shop; (f) beer, wine or liquor store; (l) drive-in restaurant; (q) hotel; (w) place of entertainment; (y) private club; and (bb) restaurant; f) Section 11.1.1 – (o) winery; and (p) adult entertainment parlour; g) Section 11.2.1 – (z) winery; and (cc) adult entertainment parlour; h) Section 11.3.1 – (oo) winery; and (pp) adult entertainment parlour; i) Section 11.4.1 – (p) winery; and (q) adult entertainment parlour. 1.2. Section 4, General Provisions, clause 4.13 is hereby amended to add: Temporary accessory structures and buildings to the outdoor patios and sidewalk cafes, subject to the Ontario Building Code, may be permitted for the duration of the by- law. Page 245 of 247 2 1.3. Section 4, General Provisions, clause 4.19 is hereby amended to add: Outdoor patios may be located within a required parking area, parking lot, parking space or maneuvering aisle, except a patio cannot occupy any accessible parking spaces. 1.4. Section 4, General Provisions, clause 4.19, is hereby amended to add: An outdoor patio or sidewalk café shall be exempt from the requirements for provision of parking spaces. 1.5. An outdoor patio or sidewalk café shall not block any fire route or emergency access. 1.6. An outdoor patio or sidewalk café encroaching into the municipal property or road allowance where a municipal sidewalk is present, shall maintain an Accessible Exterior Path of Travel in accordance with Integrated Accessibility Standards of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 1.7. The provisions of Section 4, General Provisions, clause.33.2(c) shall not apply regarding the maximum duration a tent or air supported structure may be erected for outdoor patios or sidewalk cafes. 1.8. Any enclosure, fence, wall or structure erected to contain an outdoor patio or sidewalk café shall not remain beyond the duration of this by-law. In the case of a conflict with any other agreement, the shortest time period shall apply. 1.9. Notwithstanding the policies of the Corporation regarding fees to occupy municipal property, road allowance or sidewalks, the Director Planning, Building and Development is hereby authorized to waive the fee with regard to temporary outdoor patios or sidewalk cafes; 1.10. Notwithstanding the policies and by-laws of the Corporation, the Director of Municipal Works is hereby authorized to waive the fees associated with Road Occupancy or other permits to facilitate the temporary patio expansions into the municipal roadway or street right-of-way. The provisions of the by-law shall expire on December 31, 2020. Read a First, Second and Third time; passed, signed and sealed in open Council this 14th day of July, 2020. .................................................................. ................................................................ WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR Page 246 of 247 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2020 - A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 14th day of July, 2020. WHEREAS it is deemed desirable and expedient that the actions and proceedings of Council as herein set forth be adopted, ratified and confirmed by by-law. NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. The actions of the Council at its meeting held on the 14th day of July 2020 including all motions, resolutions and other actions taken by the Council at its said meeting, are hereby adopted, ratified and confirmed as if they were expressly embodied in this by-law, except where the prior approval of the Ontario Municipal Board or other authority is by law required or any action required by law to be taken by resolution. 2. Where no individual by-law has been or is passed with respect to the taking of any action authorized in or with respect to the exercise of any powers by the Council, then this by-law shall be deemed for all purposes to be the by-law required for approving, authorizing and taking of any action authorized therein or thereby, or required for the exercise of any powers thereon by the Council. 3. The Mayor and the proper officers of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls are hereby authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said actions of the Council or to obtain approvals where required, and, except where otherwise provided, the Mayor and the Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to execute all documents arising therefrom and necessary on behalf of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls and to affix thereto the corporate seal of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls. Read a first, second, third time and passed. Signed and sealed in open Council this 14th day of July, 2020. .............................................................. ............................................................. WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR Page 247 of 247