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COUNCIL PRESENT:
MINUTES
City Council Meeting
Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 2:00 PM
Via Zoom App
Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Wayne Campbell, Councillor Chris Dabrowski,
Councillor Vince Kerrio, Councillor Lori Lococo, Councillor Victor Pietrangelo,
Councillor Mike Strange, Councillor Wayne Thomson (all present via Zoom)
COUNCIL ABSENT: Councillor Carolynn loannoni
COUNCIL LATE: Councillor Victor Pietrangelo (arrived at 2:50 PM).
1. CALL TO ORDER
0 Canada: Performed by: Sky Halle (recorded version)
2. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
2.1. Council Minutes of December 8, 2020
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the minutes of December 8, 2020 be
approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
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.
a) Mayor Diodati declared a pecuniary interest to cheque #442532,
payable to himself.
b) Councillor Lori Lococo indicated a pecuniary interest to the following
cheques:
• Cheque #442576, payable to herself, dated November 25, 2020
for $122.12 for the reimbursement of expenses.
• Cheque #00317-0047, payable to Niagara Falls Art Gallery, dated
November 30, 2020 as she sits on the board as a resident.
•
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Councillor Lori Lococo declared a conflict of interest to Item #9.10 -
"2021 Census of Population" as Statistics Canada is her employer.
c) Councillor Vince Kerrio declared a conflict of interest to the following
items:
• Item #6.2 - PBD -2021-03 - AM -2020-010 - Hotel addition as the
addition is close to his hotel.
• Under Consent Agenda: MW -2021-04 - FedDev Tourist Area
Study.
• Item #9.6 - Victoria Centre BIA - Letter to Council - conflict with
letter in regards to Convention Centre contribution.
d) Councillor Wayne Campbell declared a pecuniary interest to cheque
#442831, payable to himself.
4. MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
a) Mayor Diodati extended condolences on the passing of the following:
• Teresa Chimienti—Sister-in-law of Selene Tudini in our Building
Department
• Jason Fife—Brother of Brandon Fife in Fire Services
• Dan Adam—Brother of John Adam in our Transportation
Department
• John Park—Step-father to Greg Lazarenko in our Transportation
Department
• Royal Shantz—Father-in-law of Christine Shantz in our Legal
Department
• Larry Jamieson—Father of Scott Jamieson in our Municipal
Works Department
• Brigitta Prentice—Mother of Marlene Ness in Municipal Works
• Lou Lisi—Retired Platoon Chief, Fire Department
• Marie Massolin—Mother of Ron Massolin in Fire Services
• Denis Grantham—A long-time member of both the Niagara Falls
Canada Day and Santa Claus Parade Planning Teams
• Glenda Tennyson—An instrumental member of the City's
Disability Advisory Committee. (Glenda encouraged then Mayor
Thomson to establish the committee back in 1997).
b) Mayor Diodati provided an update to reflect theProvince-Wide State of
Emergency by stating the following:
• We are all aware Province has declared a State of Emergency
• Still have work to do—obey the orders, stay home
• Resistance strongest right before the finish line
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• Good news is, the vaccine is here in Niagara and being
distributed
• With this round, Health Care Officials expect to continue to
vaccinate front-line heath care workers and residents of Long
Term Care and Retirement Homes
• According to Niagara's Chief Medical Officer of Health, 80% of
deaths in Niagara have occurred in Long -Term -Care and
Retirement Homes
• So this first segment of vaccines will go a long way to keeping our
population safe
• Throughout the Lockdown, essential municipal services will
continue, including:
o Fire Department
o Bylaw Enforcement
o Municipal Works/ Snow Removal and Maintenance
• For more information on municipal services, visit niagarafalls.ca
and our FAQ's (frequently asked questions).
• On behalf of City Council, thanks to our Emergency Control
Group
o Dedicated staff who have made sacrifices
o Have come up with innovative solutions and ways to
deliver services in the most challenging of times
o We know it has been difficult and sometimes hard
decisions have had to be made
o Grateful to all of the staff for your leadership throughout
o This has been the worst health crisis in the past 100 years
o You have kept the best interest and well-being of our
residents and community at the forefront
o Have shown what can be done with innovation and
commitment
o We are proud of you / doing an amazing job
c) Mayor Diodati provided the following tribute:
Tribute to Kenny Hill:
• Kenny Hill was legendary both on and off Six Nations
• Died suddenly yesterday
• Co -Founded Grand River Enterprises, one of many internationally
successful businesses
• An advocate for indigenous rights
• Falls will be illuminated blue and green in his memory
• To recognize his many contributions
d) Flags at Half -Staff:
• We are joining with many other Cities around the Province to
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recognize the many lives lost all across our communities due to
COVID-19.
• Flags at City Hall are at half-staff as a symbol of our sympathy &
remembrance of those lost and in support of those families.
e) Mayor Diodati provided the following update:
YMCA CLOSURE:
• We were all saddened after learning that the YMCA would not be
renewing their contract at the MacBain Centre in to 2021.
• Despite the best efforts of staff and YMCA management, the Y's
mandate and ways of serving communities is changing.
o They have been great community partners over the years
and will continue to offer many services, though not in the
same way
o Large YMCA community centre models are changing
throughout the Region and the Province
• There has already been an overwhelming positive response from
groups and organizations to continue community use at the
MacBain Centre.
o The City will be receiving Expressions of Interest in the
coming month.
o The goal is to use this facility to its fullest and we will be
reviewing all submissions and having these important
conversations.
o We look forward to many new programming ideas,
continued access for our residents to this leading wellness
and community facility.
o Thank you to the dozens of organizations who have
already been in touch.
• LIBRARY at MacBain Centre
o Receiving many inquiries about the Library—which will
remain OPEN at the MacBain Centre
o Even though all library locations currently operating curb-
side only due to Province -wide lockdown restrictions
o Contactless and online library resources still offered now
f) Firefighter photography award [photograph will be on screen]:
• This picture on our screen right now is an award winner!
• It was entered in to the International Association of Firefighters
(IAFF) contest in the category:
o Photo taken by a union member not affiliated with a news
outlet
• Out of more than 150 photographs submitted in this category, this
picture won second place.
• Congratulations to Firefighhter Chris Howe who took the
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photograph and Chris Martin who is the Niagara Falls Firefighter
in the picture.
• The photograph will be on the IAFF website as background for
2021 and will be published in the IAFF magazine.
• Thank you for sharing a snapshot from our service with
communities across Canada!
Good News Community Support Efforts:
1. Grocery Giveaways
o Friday, December 18th—shifted to a drive through format
at MacBain Centre
o Wednesday, January 13th – another drive through at Gale
Centre
o Each Grocery Giveaway serves more than 500 people
safely and efficiently
o Thank you to Councillor Campbell for his efforts to rally
volunteers and support this community effort
o In total, Niagara Falls has been host to 4 grocery
giveaways during the pandemic
o That makes more than 2000 people served in Niagara
Falls
o Many thanks to our anonymous donor who continues to
spread generosity throughout the Niagara Region with
these giveaways
2. $100,000 Christmas Toy Giveaway
• More good news—a large donation of toys was received in
Niagara Falls before the holidays.
• Donated by local business partners:
o Derek Thompson and Chris Gleis, co-owners of "Factor
Forms and Labels" and
o their partners Dave Mackinnon and Dean Fox of "The
Pizzeria"
• More than $100k of toys distributed to local agencies, including
Boys and Girls Club, Box Run Charity for Dalton's Wish (Ronald
McDonald House), Project SHARE and the Salvation Army
$100,000 Christmas Toy Giveaway (continued)
• Toys were collected and distributed by these charities in time for
the holidays
• Served to make what might have been a difficult holiday for many
families, a little bit brighter
Community Events & Recognition:
Heritage Awards
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• Congratulations to this year's winners:
o Mr. David Tetrault for conservation of an existing heritage
building, 5982 Culp Street
o Carolyn & Gary Burke for landscaping of a heritage
property, 4851 River Road
• Barbara & Warren Shea for continued conservation of a heritage
building at 4634 Ellis Street
h) Sparkle Awards
• Families had the opportunity to follow the map to all of the homes
decorated in lights for the holidays who entered
• Almost 70 entrants in total
• Awards presented for the favourite entries, congratulations:
o Jeremy Hatch of Margaret Street, People's Choice
Residential
o Julie and Gord Zwarich, Judge's Favourite Residential,
Woodsview Cres
o Fred Girardo, Multi-Residential/Commercial Dorchester
Road, Judge's Favourite & People's Choice
• Thank you to Councillor Dabrowski for his leadership and
guidance along with Recreation and Culture Staff for a successful
event
• In times like these, efforts to bring a smile, or brighten people's
season have been well-received and are very appreciated
i) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 9th, 2021.
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1. Niagara Region Transit Governance Study (Presentation, full report
(Region) and CAO report added)
Matt Robinson, Director, GO Implementation Office presented the transit
governance model to Council. Project Team Staff from the Transit
Governance CAO Working Group were available to answer questions if
necessary.
Recommendations for consideration from the Linking Niagara Transit
Committee held on October 21, 2020.
Additionally, attached is supplemental information to Report LNTC-C 4-
2020 (26 page report).
RECOMMENDATION: That Council consider the resolution outlined in
Appendix 1* to Report LNTC-C 4-2020, advising the Regional Clerk of
any municipal feedback.
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*(Appendix 1 can be found on pages 29 & 30 in the attached
correspondence)
COUNCILLOR VICTOR PIETRANGELO JOINED THE MEETING AT
2:50 PM.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council receive the presentation by
Matt Robinson (Region) and endorse, in principle, the Full Commission
as the recommended governance model for the consolidation of
Niagara's public transit system and to further consider the option of
offering free or reduced fares for seniors as part of this transition
process.
Carried Unanimously
5.2. 2021 Parking Budget
Tiffany Clark, Director of Finance, presented the 2021 Parking Budget to
Council.
Paul Brown, Manager of Parking Services, Transportation Services was
available for questions.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council defer the 2021 proposed
parking budget as presented, directing staff to bring a report to the next
Council meeting on February 9, 2021 and to further defer any increases
to fines until June 30, 2021 as part of the implementation plan.
Carried Unanimously (Mayor Diodati was absent for the vote).
5.3. MW -2021-07
Proposed Parking Fine Increase
The report recommends the following:
1. That council approve the proposed parking fine rate increase as
recommended in the 2021 schedule of fees and
2. That the AMP By-law 2014-65 amendment be given a first,
second and third reading and that the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to execute the By-law changes;
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that Council defer this matter of approving the
proposed parking fine rate increase until the next Council meeting on
February 9, 2021 and to defer the AMP By -Law 2014-65 amendment.
Carried Unanimously (Mayor Diodati was absent from this vote).
5.4. REPORT - F-2021-06
2019 Parking Fund Budget to Actual (unaudited) Comparison
The report recommends for the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council receive Report F-2021-06 for
information.
Carried Unanimously
6. PLANNING MATTERS
The Public Meetings are scheduled to begin at 4:30 PM.
6.1. PBD -2021-01
Proposed Amendments to Sign By-law No. 2008-224
The report recommends that Council approve the proposed
amendments to Sign By-law No. 2008-224 as presented.
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave
an overview of the background report PBD -2021-01.
Jeff Wallis, President of Signature Signs, spoke to this matter and will
further submit his comments and feedback to the Director of Planning,
Building and Development.
The Public Meeting was closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council approve Report PBD -2021-01 and
the proposed amendments to Sign By-law No. 2008-224 as presented
and directs staff to bring that by-law to Council on Feb 9 for passing;
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furthermore, that Jeff Wallis submit his change requests in writing to
Planning and that Planning staff prepare a report for Council on those
matters.
Carried Unanimously
6.2. PBD -2021-03
AM -2020-010, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
5769-5781 Victoria Ave (Parcel 1), 5715 Ellen Ave (Parcel 2) & 5072
Magdalen St (Parcel 3)
Proposal: 5 storey Addition to the Existing Hotel on Parcel 1 with
Off -Site Parking on Parcel 2 and 3
Applicant: Vommero Enterprises Limited (Tony Vommero)
Agent: Raimondo & Associates Architects Inc. (Emilio Raimondo)
The report recommends that Council approve the Zoning By-law
amendment application for the subject lands to rezone 5769-5781
Victoria Avenue a site specific Tourist Commercial (TC) zone, rezone
5715 Ellen Avenue a site specific Parking (P) zone and rezone 5072
Magdalen Street a site specific TC zone to permit the construction of a 5
storey addition to the existing 2 storey hotel on 5769-5781 Victoria
Avenue with off-site parking, subject to the regulations outlined in this
report.
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave
an overview of the background report PBD -2021-03.
Brennan Klys and Emilio Raimondo, from Raimondo & Associates Inc.
(Agent), were on standby to speak but were not called upon.
The Public Meeting was closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Vince Kerrio declared a conflict).
6.3. PBD -2021-04
AM -2020-015, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
4457 Ferguson Street
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Applicant: Rena Vaturi
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment application
to rezone 4457 Ferguson Street from a Residential Two (R2)
zone to a Residential Mixed (R3) zone with site-specific
provisions to recognize the existing 3 unit dwelling on the
property, subject to the regulations outline in this report.
2. That prior to the passage of the amending by-law, the applicant
enter into an encroachment agreement for the partially
encroaching dwelling, set of covered stairs and enclosure onto
Hickson Avenue within the City's road allowance.
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave
an overview of the background report PBD -2021-04.
Michel Abihsira, landlord, spoke in favour of the recommendations.
Rena Vaturi (Applicant) was standing by to speak if necessary but was
not called upon.
The Public Meeting was closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously
7. REPORTS
7.1. F-2021-01
Procurement By-law Update
The report recommends the following:
1. That report F-2021-01 Procurement By-law Update be received
for information.
2. That Council approve the revised Procurement By-law on
tonight's agenda with an effective date of February 1, 2021.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried (Councillor Lori Lococo was opposed to the vote).
7.2. F-2021-05
2021 Capital Budget Follow-up
The report recommends the following:
1. that the commitment of 2021 capital spending from a proposed
transfer from the tax supported operating budget to the 2021
capital budget of $2,147,968 be approved to fund 26 capital
projects as illustrated in Attachment 1.
2. That the amended 2021 capital budget expenses and funding as
illustrated in Attachment 3 be approved.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
7.3. F-2021-07
Non -Owned Automobile Liability Policy
The report recommends that Council adopt Policy 700.31 Non -Owned
Automobile Liability Policy included as Attachment 1.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously
7.4. F-2021-08
Video Security Policy
The report recommends that Council adopt Policy 700.30 Video Security
Policy included as a Attachment 1.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously
7.5. F-2021-10
Tax Supported Operating Budget Variance Analysis
The intent of this report was to be a preliminary draft for discussion
purposes only.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council defer Report F-2021-10, "Tax
Supported Operating Budget Variance Analysis" until the next Council
meeting on February 9, 2021 for a full discussion.
Carried Unanimously
7.6. HR -2021-01
Executive Search Firm and Proposed Terms of Reference for the
Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) recruitment committee
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council authorize and approve staff to proceed with the hiring and
approval of an executive search firm in accordance with the City's
procurement process.
2. That City Council appoint a CAO recruitment committee consisting of
the Mayor and three other members of Council.
3. That City Council approve the attached terms of reference for the CAO
recruitment committee
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council authorize and approve staff to
proceed with the hiring and approval of an executive search firm in
accordance with the City's procurement process; furthermore, that
Council appoint a CAO recruitment committee consisting of the Mayor,
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Vince Kerrio and Councillor
Wayne Thomson and that City Council approve the attached terms of
reference for the CAO recruitment committee.
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Carried Unanimously
7.7. MW -2021-01
8800 McLeod Rd Water and Wastewater Consumption Grant
Request
The report recommends that Council not approve the water and
wastewater consumption grant request from the Boys and Girls Club of
Niagara for their property located at 8800 McLeod Road.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council approve the water and
wastewater consumption grant request from the Boys and Girls Club of
Niagara for their property located at 8800 McLeod Road.
Carried Unanimously
7.8. MW -2021-02
Proposed Cemetery By -Laws 2021 - #
The report recommends the following:
1. That By-law #2016-24 be repealed; and further,
2. That the newly prepared Cemetery By -Law appended to Report
MW -2021-02 be given a first, second and third reading and that
the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the By -Law; and
further,
3. That subject to Council's approval, notice and documentation be
sent to the Bereavement Authority of Ontario for implementation
no later than February 1, 2021.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously
7.9. MW -2021-03
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City of Niagara Falls City -Wide Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation 3
Year Program
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council receive for information Report MW -2021-03
regarding the award of a tender for sanitary sewer rehabilitation
and a summary of wastewater system studies, investigations and
the state of good repair program; and further,
2. That a contract be awarded to PipeFlo Contracting Corp., for the
provision of a City -Wide Cured in Place Pipe (CIPP) Sewer
Rehabilitation (lining and spot repair) Program as -per tender
2020-515-20; to be delivered as a 3 year city-wide program for
the tendered amount of $3,531,695 plus applicable taxes,
partially funded from the Sanitary Network State of Good Repair
Program Year 1 and 2 budgets totaling $3,000,000 to date; and
further,
3. That staff be directed to identify and prioritize additional
trenchless needs within the wastewater system to match a
projected $6,000,000, 3 year or more program, pending future
Council budget approval, with subsequent funding subject to
Council approval as part of future Capital Budget allocations; and
further,
4. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
contract documents.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
7.10. PBD -2021-02
PLC -2020-005, Request for Removal of Part Lot Control
Block 2, Registered Plan 59M-474
6731-6751 Cropp Street
Applicant: Winzen Niagara Homes Limited
The report recommends that Council approve the request and pass the
by-law included in today's agenda to exempt Block 2, Registered Plan
59M-474 from Part Lot Control for a period of two years.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council approve the request and pass the
by-law included in today's agenda (January 19th, 2021)to exempt Block
2, Registered Plan 59M-474 from Part Lot Control for a period of two
years.
Carried Unanimously
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-2021-02
Monthly Tax Receivables Report - November
The report recommends that Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables
report for information purposes.
F-2021-03
2021 Interim Tax Levy
The report recommends that Council approve the 2021 Interim Tax Levy
calculation and by-law providing for the 2021 Interim Tax Levy.
F-2021-04
Municipal Accounts
The report recommends that Council approve the municipal accounts, totaling
$22,926,532.49 for the period of November 24, 2020 to December 15, 2020.
MW -2021-04
FedDev Tourist Area Connection and Transportation Study
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The report recommends the following:
1. That Council receives for information Report MW -2021-04 regarding the
successful grant application for a Tourist Area Connection and
Transportation Study in 2021 from the Federal Economic development
Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev); and further,
2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute a Contribution
Agreement and/or Transfer Payment Agreement with FedDev for the
Study; and further,
3. That the Director of Municipal Works/City Engineer, or designate, be
authorized to execute sole -source procurements as well as request for
proposal (RFP) procurements for the purposes of this study, where the
procurements follow the relevant terms and conditions of the City's
Procurement Bylaw, Approved Project Bylaw and Consultant Selection
Policy, and where award RFP's is recommended to the highest overall -
scoring compliant proponent; and further,
4. That Staff report back to Council on the progress of this Study near its
completion date in Spring 2022.
MW -2021-05
Alpine Drive at Pamela Drive
Intersection Control Review
The report recommends that a stop sign is installed on Alpine Drive at Pamela
Drive facing southbound traffic.
MW -2021-06
Green Avenue and Hodgson Avenue
Intersection Control Review
The report recommends that a stop sign is installed on Green Avenue and
Hodgson Avenue facing eastbound traffic.
MW -2021-08
Traffic Signal Signing Authority
The report recommends that the Director of Municipal Works and Manager of
Transportation Engineering be designated as the signing authority(s) to
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approve the design and erection of traffic signals within the Municipality of
Niagara Falls.
R&C-2021-01
2020 Annual Update from the Public Art Advisory Task Force
The report recommends for the information of Council.
L-2021-01
Declare Surplus of Lands
Lands between 3846 Portage Road and 3843 Orlando Drive
Our File No. 2019-193
The report recommends the following:
1. That in the event Council determines that it is in the public interest to do
so, that Vacant Land between 3846 Portage Road and 3843 Orlando
Drive, being Part Block M on Plan 33 being Part 2 on 59R-11823, and
Part Block L on Plan M33 being Part 1 on 59R-11823, hereinafter
referred to as the "Subject Lands", as shown outlined in yellow 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 sin whatever documents are required to carry out
Recommendation 1.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by Councillor
Victor Pietrangelo that the reports are approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Vince Kerrio declared a conflict to MW -2021-
04 (FedDev Tourist Area Connection and Transportation Studd
9. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
9.1. Niagara Physicians' Letter - re: Moderna Vaccine
RECOMMENDATION: That Council support the NHS request and
echo the concerns in a letter to our Member of Provincial Parliament as
well as Ontario Premier, Doug Ford.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council receive and support the NHS
request and echo the concerns in a letter to our Member of Provincial
Parliament as well as Ontario Premier, Doug Ford.
Carried Unanimously
9.2. Resolutions - City of St. Catharines
Attached are resolutions from the City of St. Catharines regarding:
1) Ontario Gas Fired Power Plants that was sent to Premier Ford
2) Hospice Workers
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council receive and support
correspondence from the City of St. Catharines dated December 9,
2020 recommending the Ontario's Health Minister accept Hospice
Niagara's request to fully fund all hospice health care workers;
furthermore, that Council receive and support correspondence from the
City of St. Catharines dated December 9, 2020 requesting the
Government of Ontario to place an interim cap of 2.5 mega tonnes per
year on our gas plants' greenhouse gas pollution and develop and
implement a plan to phase-out all gas-fired electricity generation by
2030 to ensure that Ontario meets its climate targets.
Carried Unanimously
9.3. Correspondence from Vann Niagara Ltd. - Sign Relocation
Larry Vann requests the removal of an existing billboard located at the
northwest corner of Victoria Avenue and Bridge Street to make room for
the new roundabout and to relocate to a different location.
RECOMMENDATION: To refer the matter to staff.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council support the request by Vann
Niagara Ltd. to relocate the existing billboard from Victoria & Bridge to a
property on the north side of Thorold Stone Road, west of Garner Road
and that the sign be 100% Electronic Message Centre be subject to a
report from staff.
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Carried Unanimously
9.4. Resolution - Town of Pelham - Support for 988 Crisis Hotline
Attached is a resolution endorsed by the Council of the Town of Pelham
at their December 14, 2020 meeting calling for support of the 988 crisis
hotline.
RECOMMENDATION: For Council's Consideration.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that Council receive and support the
correspondence from the Town of Pelham dated December 17, 2020
endorsing the 988 Crisis Hotline initiative.
Carried Unanimously
9.5. Various Niagara Regional Correspondence
Attachments below regarding:
1) Ecological Land Classification Mapping Project
2) Niagara Official Plan - Consultation Update
3) 2021 Budget - Water & Wastewater Operating Budget, Rate Setting
and Requisition
4) Policy for Timing of Development Charge Calculation, Installment and
Interest for the Purpose of section 26.1 and 26.2 of the Development
Charges Act.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously
9.6. Victoria Centre BIA - Letter to Council
Victoria Centre BIA sent Council correspondence in regards to
contribution payments to the Scotiabank Convention Centre.
RECOMMENDATION: For Council's Consideration.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council direct the Acting City Solicitor to
make the necessary changes to the November 12, 2007 agreement
between the Board of Management of the Victoria Centre Business
Improvement Area (BIA) and the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls
regarding a 15 year funding commitment to Scotiabank Convention
Centre as per Scotiabank Convention Centre and Victoria Centre BIAs
mutually agreed upon request outlined in Scotiabank Convention
Centre's letter dated December 14, 2020. Specifically, the amendment
is to modify the funding commitment from $1,500,000 over 15 years to
$1,400,000 over 14 years, removing the requirement to pay the final
$100,000 installment in the 2021 calendar year.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Vince Kerrio declared a conflict).
9.7. Housing Directions Strategy Study
The Planning Department has embarked on the preparation of a
Housing Directions Strategy Study to be undertaken by Dillon
Consulting. The Study's purpose is outlined in more detail in the
attachment. The Study is to be guided by a Technical Advisory
Committee (TAC) composed of City staff, Regional representatives,
agency participants and City Council members.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council appoint Councillor Dabrowski,
Campbell and Lococo to the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) to
serve as Council representatives.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council appoint Councillor Dabrowski,
Campbell and Lococo to the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) to
serve as Council representatives.
Carried Unanimously
9.8. Flag -Raising Request - Bell Let's Talk Day
The 11th annual Bell Let's Talk Day is on Thursday, January 28.
Staff from Bell have requested the City of Niagara Falls to join again by
raising a Bell Let's Talk flag in our community on January 28, or during
the week leading up to Bell Let's Talk Day. Raising the Bell Let's Talk
flag is a safe and visible reminder to the members of our community that
mental health matters and that help is available.
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RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council approve the request to have
the City of Niagara Falls join by raising a Bell Let's Talk flag in the
community on January 28, 2021, or during the week leading up to Bell
Let's Talk Day.
Carried Unanimously
9.9. Team Ryker - Lifting Ryker's spirits - possible Flag -raising and fire
truck escort
A local teacher, Michael Folino, has reached out to the Mayor's office
with a request to do something special for a former student - Ryker.
Last March, Ryker was involved in a horrific accident that left over 80%
of his body burnt. He has been fighting for his life at Sick Kids in
Toronto. Ryker is doing better but has a long road of recovery ahead
and may be coming home from hospital in February. The request is to
fly his Team Ryker flag at City Hall and to possibly arrange for a fire
truck escort for him from Mountain Road to his house (close to
Cherrywood acres). Mayor Jim will be recording a video message for
him to let him know that the City is behind him.
RECOMMENDATION: For Council's Approval.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council approve the request to fly the
"Team Ryker" flag at City Hall and to possibly arrange for a fire truck
escort for Ryker from Mountain Road to his house (close to Cherrywood
acres).
Carried Unanimously
9.10. 2021 Census of Population
RECOMMENDATION: That Council supports the 2021 Census and
encourages all residents to complete their census questionnaire online
at www.census.gc.ca.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council support the 2021 Census and
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encourages all residents to complete their census questionnaire online
at www. census. qc. ca.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Lori Lococo declared a conflict).
9.11. Proclamation Request - International Child/Adolescent Cancer Day
and Illumination Request
The request is to have the City of Niagara Falls proclaim Monday,
February 15th, 2021 as International Child/Adolescent Cancer Day and
to request the Falls be lit up that same evening.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City of Niagara Falls proclaim Monday,
February 15, 2021 as International Child/Adolescent Cancer Day and to
support the Niagara Falls Illumination Board to light up the Falls the
evening of February 15th, 2021.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the City of Niagara Falls proclaim Monday,
February 15, 2021 as International Child/Adolescent Cancer Day and to
support the Niagara Falls Illumination Board to light up the Falls the
evening of February 15th, 2021.
Carried Unanimously
9.12. Communication from Heads of Council - COVID - 19 Update
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council receive and support the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously
10. BY-LAWS
The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-
law listed for Council consideration.
2021- A by-law to authorize the payment of $22,926,532.49 for General
1 - Purposes.
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2021- A by-law to provide an interim levy of realty taxes.
2-
2021- A by-law to appointment an Acting City Treasurer.
3-
2021- A by-law to define the procurement policies and procedures for the
4 - Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls.
2021- A by-law to designate Block 2, Registered Plan 59M-474, not to be
5 - subject to part -lot control (PLC -2020-005).
2021- A by-law to designate Lots 479, 480, 481, 482, 483 and 484 inclusive on
6 - Plan 9 and Park Street, also known as Union Avenue on Plan 9, to be
deemed not to be within a registered plan of subdivision (DB-2020-
011).(By-law updated)
2021- A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit a 4 storey hotel and a 7
7 - storey hotel on the lands and to repeal By-law No. 2006-93 (AM -2020-
013).
2021- A by-law to provide for the adoption of Amendment No. 137 to the City
8 - of Niagara Falls Official Plan, in accordance with an Order issued by the
Local Planning Appeal Tribunal dated December 16, 2020 (AM -2018-
028).
2021- A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, in accordance with an Order
9 - issued by the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal dated December 16,
2020, to allow a six storey building on the lands with limited commercial
uses on the ground floor, 12 affordable dwelling units on the ground
floor, 52 dwelling units above the ground floor and site specific parking
requirements (AM -2018-028).
2021- A by-law to declare Vacant Land between 3846 Portage Road and 3843
10 - Orlando Drive, being Part Block M on Plan 33 being Part 2 on 59R-
11823, and, Part Block L on Plan M33 being Part 1 on 59R-11823, as
surplus.
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2021- A by-law to establish Part 8 on 59R-7160 (one foot reserve) as a public
11 - highway to be known as, and, form part of Post Road.
2021- A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate
12 - parking and traffic on City Roads. (Parking Prohibited)
2021- A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its
13- meeting held on the 19th day of January, 2021.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the by-laws be read a first, second and
third time and passed.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Lori Lococo was opposed to By-law
2021-04).
Previous By-law 2021-13 (MW -2021-07) was deferred along with
Report MW -2021-07.
By-law 2021-13 became Proposed Cemetery By -Law.
Confirming By-law became By-law 2021-14.
11. NEW BUSINESS
a) Memorial for Children/Youth
that Council direct staff to come back with a report on an initiative
establishing some criteria for the recognition of children whom have
passed within the City.
Carried Unanimously
12. ADJOURNMENT
a) Adjournment
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the meeting be adjourned at 7:03 PM.
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Carried Unanimously
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