2004/04/19
COMMUNITY SEftVICESCOMMITTEE AGENDA
SIXTH MEETING
Monday, April 19, 2004
From 4:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
City Hall, Committee Room #2A & B
1) Approval of the 2004-03-22 Community Services Committee Minutes.
2) REPORTS: STAFF CONTACT:
a) MW-2004-47 Main Street Parking Review Ed Dujlovic
b) MW-2004-63 Oliver Street Parking Review Ed Dujlovic
c) MW-2004-64 St. Mary's Street Parking Review Ed Dujlovic
d) MW-2004-66 Corwin Avenue Parking Review Ed Dujlovic
3) DEPUTATION - 4:30 p.m.
Name: Lucy Ciavattone & Domenic Ioannoni
Subject: Fire Hydrant on Lot 24 Greenfield Crescent
REPORTS:
e) R-2004-19 Request for Waiver of Arena Fees
International Postal Hockey Tournament Adele Kon
1) R-2004-20 Kalar Park Home for Girls Soccer
Sports Lighting Equipment and
Entrance Road Paving Adele Kon
4) NEW BUSINESS
5) ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING
Monday, March 22, 2004, City Hall, Room 2 at 4:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Chairman Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Mayor Ted Said, Alderman Wayne
Campbell, Alderman Selina Volpatti, Alderman Janice Wing, Alderman Jim
Diodati, Alderman Joyce Morocco, Alderman Vince Kerrio (4:55 p.m)
REGRETS: Alderman Ioannoni, Tony Ravenda
STAFF: John MacDonald, Ed Dujlovic, Adele Kon, Ken Burden, Ray Kallio, Dean
Iorfida, Pat Burke, Karl Dren, John Castrilli, Marianne Tikky - Steno.
PRESS: Corey Larocque, Niagara Falls Review
GUESTS: Sharon Allen, Joan Allen, Roelina Caserta, Patricia Balodis, Shirley Waterhan
(All representing Paws & Claws Animal Rescue organization)
1) MINUTES:
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN VOLP ATTI and seconded by Alderman Morocco, that the
minutes of the February 23,2004 meeting be approved.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Counci12004-03-22
2) DEPUTATION:
. Mrs. Sharon Allen of Paws & Claws Animal Rescue advised Committee that Paws &
Claws is a registered non-profit charitable organization which is run from her home at
5612 Glamis Crescent. During the organizations existence they have spayed, neutered
and innoculated 537 cats and kept them off the streets of Niagara Falls. At present Mrs.
Allen has 65 cats in her home. Mrs. Allen wishes Committee to exempt her from the
current zoning by-law.
. After a lengthy discussion the following motion was made;
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN WING and seconded by Alderman Morocco that the
the Ad-hoc Committee on Animal Population Control be revived to address the operation of
charitable animal rescue organizations within the urban boundaries.
Motion: Carried
Opposed: Mayor Salci, Alderman Volpatti, Alderman Campbell
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. Further discussion ensued and the following motion was made;
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN DIODATI and seconded by Alderman Volpatti that the
motion be reconsidered.
Motion: Carried
Opposed: Alderman Wing, Alderman Morocco
. Upon reconsideration ofthe motion the following motions were made;
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN VOLP A TTI and seconded by Alderman Campbell that the
animal operation cease and given proper time to adopt out the animals.
Motion: Carried
Opposed: Alderman Wing, Alderman Morocco
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-03-22.
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IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN VOLP A TTI and seconded by Alderman Campbell that staff
report on the status of animal organizations such as the Niagara Grey Hound Rescue
Organization in the urban areas.
Motion: Carried
Opposed: Alderman Wing
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-03-22
3) REPORTS:
a) BBS-2004-01 - IMAX Theatre, FaIlsview Boulevard
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN VOLP ATTI and seconded by Alderman Morocco that
Committee recommend the approval ofthe proposed sign by-law variances.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-03-22.
b) MW-2004-34 - Residential All-Way Stops, Revised Policy and Procednres
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN VOLP A TTI and seconded by Mayor Salci that the revised
document "Policy and Procedures for Initiating, Reviewing and Implementing an All-Way Stop
Control" be adopted.
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Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-03-22.
c) MW-2004-48 - North Street at Lowell Avenue Intersection Control Review
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN WING and seconded by Alderman Morocco that an
additional school crossing guard be hired on a temporary basis for the remainder of the 2003 -
2004 school year and assigned to the intersection of Portage Road and North Street.
Motion: Carried
Conflict: Alderman Pietrangelo, Alderman Campbell
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-03-22.
4) COMMUNICATION:
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN WING and seconded by Alderman Volpatti that the
Mayor's office provide gifts to "Rowdies" Ladies Slo-Pitch team.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-03-22.
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR SALCI and seconded by Alderman Volpatti that $500.00 be
given to Stephanie Pang to assist with costs to attend the Global Young Leaders conference.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-03-22.
5) NEW BUSINESS:
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN WING and seconded by Mayor Salci that staff investigate
concerns raised at Dunn Street and Betty Avenue and Dunn Street and Dorchester Road
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-03-22.
IT WAS MOVED BY Alderman Campbell and seconded by Alderman Volpatti that staff contact
the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) regarding the condition of Highway 420 at Montrose
Road.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-03-22.
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6) ADJOURNMENT
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR SALCI and seconded by Alderman Kerrio, that the regular
meeting ofthe Community Services Committee be adjourned at 5:36 p.m. and Committee move
into In-Camera session.
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Niagara Falls P.O. Box 1023
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April 19, 2004
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members: Re: MW-2004-47
Main Street Parking Review
RECOMMENDATIONS:
It is recommended that:
1) A two hour "paid parking" zone be implemented on the west side of Main Street
from a point 35 metres south of Allendale Avenue to a point 130 metres south of
Allendale Avenue;
2) A two hour "paid parking" zone be implemented on the east side of Main Street
from a point 95 metres north of Stanley A venue to a point 112 metres north of
Stanley Avenue;
3) A two hour "paid parking" zone be implemented on the east side of Main Street
from a point 122 metres north of Stanley Avenue to a point 134 metres north of
Stanley Avenue;
4) A two hour "paid parking" zone be implemented on the east side of Main Street
from a point 141 metres north of Stanley Avenue to a point 170 metres north of
Stanley Avenue;
5) The existing "no parking" zone on the west side of Main Street from Allendale
A venue to a point 35 metres south be modified to a "no parking, tow away zone";
6) The existing "no parking" zone on the east side of Main Street from Murray Street
to a point 30 metres south be modified to a "no parking, tow away zone";
7) A "no parking, tow away zone" be implemented on the west side of Main Street
from a point 130 metres south of Allendale Avenue to Stanley A venue; and,
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8) A "no parking, tow away zone" be implemented on the east side of Main Street
from Stanley Avenue to a point 95 metres north of Stanley Avenue,
BACKGROUND:
In reply to a request, staff has investigated the parking situation on Main Street between Allendale
Avenue/Murray Street and Stanley Avenue. The intention of this investigation is to resolve
parking concerns that stem from parked vehicles blocking driveway accesses in the study area.
Main Street is an arterial roadway extending in a north/south direction from Fallsview Boulevard
to Summer Street. The roadway continues to the north and south beyond these limits as Portage
Road. In the study area, the roadway is 11 metres in width and consists of a sidewalk on the east
side only. The intersection of Main Sþ"eet and Allendale Avenue/Murray Street and the
interse.tion of Main Street and Stanley Avenue are controlled by traffic signals.
The study area is commercial consisting of Hooters Restaurant, Travellers Delight Restaurant,
Happy Wanderer Restaurant, and Lincoln Motor Inn. Lengthy curb depressions exist on Main
Street in front ofthe latter two establishments. Off-street parking facilities are available to
patrons of each above mentioned commercial establishment.
Numerous parking observations on Main Street reveal significant parking activity. Illegal parking
activity was observed on Main Street as several vehicles were parked blocking driveway accesses
on both sides of the road. Illegally parked vehicles reduce the manoeuverability for motorists
entering/exiting the commercial establishments.
Therefore, to delineate acceptable on-street parking areas and maximize safety for vehicular
traffic, paid parking zones are recommended on both sides of Main Street. Given the geometric
layout of the study area, eight (8) paid parking spaces may be attained on the east side of Main
Street, while fourteen (14) paid parking may be attained on the west side. The proposed "no
parking, tow away zones" implemented in the vicinity of driveways and intersections, will
discourage motorists from parking illegally in the study area.
A review of the collision files reveals that there were no collisions reported in the study area
during the previous three year period. Sight investigations reveal that adequate stopping sight
distance is available to motorists travelling on Main Street in both directions due to a straight and
level road alignment.
With the opening of the new Casino scheduled to happen soon, it is anticipated that any available
parking in the area will be utilized by Casino employees and would not be available for the
customers of the local businesses, therefore, two hour paid parking is being recommended.
Staff have met with representatives of the Fallsview BrA and they are in agreement with the
recommendations outlined in this report.
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The Committee's concurrence with the recommendations outlined in this report would be
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April 19, 2004
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members: Re: MW-2004-63
Oliver Street Parking Review
RECOMMENDATIONS:
It is recommended that:
I) Parking be restricted at all times on the east side of Oliver Street between
Bridgewater Street and Main Street; and,
2) Parking be restricted at all times on the west side of Oliver Street between Main
Street and Welland Street.
BACKGROUND:
In reply to a request made during Council's February 23,2004, meeting, and further to report
PD-2004-12, Zoning By-law Amendment Applicationfor 3965 Main Street, staff has conducted a
parking review on Oliver Street between Bridgewater Street and Wel1and Street. The existing
Chippawa Hardware Store (3965 Main Street) is proposed to be converted into a seven-unit
residential dwelling. An off-street parking lot, in accordance with the City's zoning by-law, will be
provided for the tenants' parking needs. The intention of the parking review is to resolve the
potential parking concerns that mayariseon Oliver Street with the introduction of the aforementioned
residential dwelling. The review was divided into the following two sections:
. Oliver Street between Bridgewater Street and Main Street
. Oliver Street between Main Street and Welland Street
Oliver Street between Bridgewater Street and Main Street
This section of Oliver Street is approximately 60 metres in length. On-street parking is currently
available on Oliver Street between Bridgewater Street and Main Street. The roadway is 9.0 metres
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in width and consists of a sidewalk on both sides. Oliver Street slopes down toward Bridgewater
Street. A review of the collision files reveals that there were no collisions reported on Oliver Street
between Bridgewater Street and Main Street during the previous three year period.
Parking questionnaires were delivered to all residents on Oliver Street between Bridgewater Street
and Main Street. Through the questionnaires residents had an opportunity to select a type of parking
control on Oliver Street that would most benefit their situation. The following results were obtained
from the questionnaires:
Number of households petitioned: 4
Number of responses received: 2 50%
Number of responses not received: 2 50%
Number of responses received: 2
Prefer a parking restriction on both sides: I 50%
Prefer a parking restriction on one side: I 50%
Prefer to maintain the existing control: 0 0%
The results obtained from the questionnaires revealed that both respondents prefer to implement a
parking restriction on Oliver Street. The comments received along with the questionnaires include:
. limited manoeuvring space is available on Oliver Street when snowbanks are present
. parked cars on both sides of Oliver Street would impede the unobstructed passage of two-
way traffic
The comments reveal that residents are concerned with the safety of vehicular traffic if cars were
parked on both sides of Oliver Street.
Oliver Street between Main Street and Weiland Street
The roadway is 7.0 metres in width in the study area and consists of a sidewalk on both sides and a
boulevard on the east side only. Currently, a corner parking restriction is present on the east side of
Oliver Street from Main Street to a point 28 metres south of Main Street. In the study area, Oliver
Street is a transit bus route with two bus stops located on the west side. A review of the collision
files reveals that there were no collisions reported in the study area during the previous three year
period. Visibility studies reveal that adequate stopping sight distance is available on Oliver Street due
to a straight and level road alignment.
Parking questionnaires were also delivered to all residents on OliverStreet between Main Street and
Welland Street. Through the questionnaires residents had an opportunity to select a type of parking
control on Oliver Street that would most benefit their situation. The following results were obtained
from the questionnaires:
Number of households petitioned: 4
Number of responses received: 3 75%
Number of responses not received: I 25%
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Number of responses received: 3
Prefer a parking restriction on both sides: 2 67%
Prefer to maintain the existing parking control: I 33%
The responses received from the questionnaires reveal that the majority of the respondents (67%)
prefer to implement a parking restriction on both sides of Oliver Street. Furthermore, comments
received from a representative of Niagara Transit reveal that a parking restriction is preferred in order
to maintain unimpeded passage of buses on Oliver Street. The comments received along with the
questionnaires include:
. the road is too narrow to allow parking
. on-street parking could affect the hourly bus service
. very limited on-street parking. activity is currently present, therefore, the existing parking
control should be maintained
. on-street parking is not required in the study area
Conclusions
Responses received from the questionnaires reveal that the majority of respondents preferred that
some form of a parking restriction is implemented on Oliver Street. The width of Oliver Street
between Bridgewater Street and Main Street (9 metres) is sufficient to accommodate on-street
parking on one side and maintaina two-way traffic movement. Of the respondents, one preferred that
parking be restricted on the east side only, whilethe other preferred that parking be restricted on both
sides. During the technical observations staff did not observe any parked vehicles on Oliver Street.
Therefore, based on the results from the technical studies and observations, and the responses
obtained from the questionnaires, it is recommended that a "no parking" zone be implementedon the
east side of Oliver Street between Bridgewater Street and Main Street. The proposed restriction will
ensure an unobstructed two-way traffic movement in the study section of Oliver Street.
Similar~, the majority of respondents on Oliver Street between Main Street and Weiland Street
preferred that some form of a parking restriction is implemented. The roadway width in this section
of Oliver Street is significantly narrower (7 metres) and therefore, is insufficient to accommodate
two-way traffic movement with the presence of cars parked on both sides. During the technical
observations staff did not observe any parked vehicles on Oliver Street. Furthermore, as mentioned
previously, neither a collisionnor a visibilityproblem was identifiedon Oliver Street. However, both
respondents who have frontages on the west side of Oliver Street and a representative from the
Niagara Transit indicated that a "no parking" zone is preferred. A resident who has frontage on the
east side of Oliver Street preferred for the existing parking control to be maintained. Therefore,
based on all of the above information, staffis recommendingthat a "no parking" zone be implemented
on the west side of Oliver Street between Main Street and Weiland Street. The proposed restriction
will ensure that bus drivers are able to manoeuvre in the study section of Oliver Street unobstructed
by parked cars.
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The Committee's concurrence with the recommendations outlined in this report would be
appreciated.
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Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members: Re: MW-2004-64
St. Mary's Street Parking Review
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that parking be restricted at all times on the south side ofSt. Mary's Street from
Sinnicks Avenue to a point 30 metres west of Sinnicks Avenue.
BACKGROUND:
In reply to a request from an area resident, staffhas carried out a parking review on St. Mary's Street.
The concern at this location stems from motorists parking their vehicles on the south side of St.
Mary's Street, impeding access to driveways on the north side of the street.
St. Mary's Street is a local roadway ninety(90) metres in length and extends in an east/west direction
from Sinnicks Avenue to a dead end. The roadway is 8.0metres in width consisting of a sidewalk
and a boulevard on both sides. Eleven (I 1) residential households are present on St. Mary's Street.
On-street parking is currently availableon both sides of St. Mary's Street. A review of the collision
files reveals that there were no collisionsreported on St. Mary's Street during the previous three year
period. Visibility studies reveal that adequate stopping sight distance is available on St. Mary's Street
due to a straight and level road alignment. The intersection of St. Mary's Street and SinnicksAvenue
is controlled by a stop sign facing eastbound motorists on St. Mary's Street.
Parking questionnaires were delivered to all residents on St. Mary's Street. By responding to the
questionnaires, residents had an opportunity to select a type of parking control on St, Mary's Street
that would most benefit their situation. The following results were obtained from the questionnaires:
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Number of households petitioned: II
Number of responses received: 9 82%
Number of responses not received: 2 18%
Number of responses received: 9
Prefer to restrict parking on both sides: 1 11%
Prefer to restrict parking on one side*: 6 67%
Prefer to maintain the existing parking control: I 11%
Prefer to implement a permit parking control: I 1l%
* Residents on the north sideofSt. Mary's Street preferred to implementa parking restriction on the
south side, however, several respondents stated that a corner restriction would be sufficient.
The results obtained from the questionnaires reveal that the majorityof residents prefer to implement
some form of a parking restriction on the south sideofSt. Mary's Street. The comments obtained
along with the questionnaires include:
. parked cars on the southeast corner of St. Mary's Street block driveway accesses
. motorists park their vehicles in close proximity to the stop sign on St. Mary's Street at
Sinnicks Avenue
. parking should be restricted on both sides ofSt. Mary's Street during the winter months
. parking should be restricted between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. on both sides of
St. Mary's Street
. on-street parking on St. Mary's Street should only be available to those who reside there
. the existing parking control on St. Mary's Street is adequate
Similarly,the above comments reveal that some form of a parking restriction should be implemented
on St. Mary's Street.
Therefore, based on the results obtained from the technical studies and observations and the
responses from the questionnaires, staff is recommending that a corner parking restriction be
implemented on the south side of St. Mary's Street from Sinnicks Avenue to a point thirty (30)
metres west of Sinnicks Avenue. The recommended restriction will discourage motorists from
parking their vehicles in close proximity of the stop sign and the fire hydrant, and ensure that
residents on the north side of St. Mary's Street close to the intersection are able to enter/exit their
driveways without being obstructed by parked vehicles.
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April 19, 2004
Aldefm.an Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members: Re: MW-2004-66
Corwin Avenue Parking Review
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that a parking restriction at all times be implemented on both sides of Corwin
Avenue from Lundy's Lane to Spence Street.
BACKGROUND:
In reply to a request, staffhasconducted a parking review on Corwin Avenuebetween Lundy' s Lane
and Spence Street. The concern at this location sterns from parked vehicles on both sides of Corwin
Avenue impeding the traffic movement.
Corwin Avenue is a residential roadway extending in a north/south directionfrom Stokes Street to
Lundy's Lane. In the study area the roadway is 7.0 metres in width and consists ofa boulevard and
a sidewalk on both sides. The area is primarily residential with the Flying Saucer Restaurant located
on the southeast corner. An off-street parking lot with a capacity of approximately 40 parking spots
is available to the Flying Saucer Restaurant patrons. On-street parking is currently available on
Corwin Avenue. A review of the collision files reveals that there were no collisions reported on
Corwin Avenue between Lundy's Lane and Spence Street during the previous three year period.
Visibility studies reveal that adequate stoppingsight distance is available to motorists travelling on
Corwin Avenue due to a straight and level road alignment.
Parking questionnaireswere delivered to all residential/ commercia1establishmentson Corwin Avenue
in the study area. Through the questionnaires residents had an opportunity to select a type of parking
control on Corwin Avenue that would most benefit their situation. The following results were
obtained from the questionnaires:
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Number of establishments petitioned: 7
Number ofresponses received: 5 71%
Number of responses not received: 2 29%
Number of responses received: 5
Prefer to implement a parking restriction on both sides: 3 60%
Prefer to implement a parking restriction on one side: I 20%
Prefer to maintain the existing parking control: 0 0%
Prefer other selection: I 20%
All responses were received from residential homeowners.
The responses obtained from the questionnaire reveal that the majority of respondents (80%) prefer
to implementsome form of a parking restriction on Corwin Avenue. Comments obtained along with
the questionnaires include:
. motorists park their vehicles on Corwin Avenue for long periods oftime
. motorists are parking their vehicles on boulevards
. Corwin Avenue should be reconstructed into a cul"de"sac that terminates south of Lundy's
Lane
. a heavy vehicle (including buses) restriction should be implemented on Corwin Avenue
The above comments reveal that residents are concerned with the parking situation on Corwin
Avenue. As mentioned previously, a boulevard is present on both sides of Corwin Avenue in the
study area. According to By-law 89-2000, parking on boulevards is prohibited at all times. The
deterioration of boulevards due to continuous parking increases overall maintenance costs for
restoration. Several parking tickets have been issued within the last few months to motorists for
parking on boulevards on Corwin A venue as a result of complaints received. During the winter
months boulevards are covered by snowbanks, therefore, motorists park their vehicles on the
roadway. Given the roadway width of7.0metres, unobstructed two-way vehicular traffic movement
cannot be maintained when parked vehicles are present on both sides. During several visits to the
study area, staffobservedparked vehicles on both sides of Corwin Avenue. Therefore, based on the
results from the technical studies and observations, and the responses obtained from the
questionnaires, it is recommended that parking be restricted on both sides of Corwin Avenue between
Lundy's Lane and Spence Street. The aforementioned restriction will ensure an unobstructed two-
way vehicular traffic passage on Corwin Avenue.
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NOT 1'0 SCALE April 19,2004 Tim Burshtein
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TO: Dean Iorfida City Clerk
FROM: Lucy Ciavattone and Domenic Ioannoni
SUBJECT: FIRE HYDRANT on LOT 24 Greenfield Cresc,)]!t Niagara Falls, ON
DATE: APRIL 5, 2004
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We are writing tills letter as we ,iTe very concerned that the location of the fire hydrant
located on our lot, on which we are currently building our home is impinging on our
proposed driveway location. Th~ current location is not acceptable, and one questions
the procedures followed in the p:,acing of this hydrant so that it is, to say the least,
necessitating one to do without a, double driveway amongst a new subdivision where the
vast majority of homes are doub:.e driveways.
AI$O, because our lot is also one of the larger lots located in Ibis new subdivision, we
question how one would perceive that people purchasing this 101 wouJd consider putting ,a
single car garage on this size lot so they could accommodate an existing fire hydrant that
is poorly placed, rather than havø two garages to conform with tbe esthetics of the
crescent.
Our plans were approved however we have been told that the hydrant is impinging on our
driveway which will create a problem for us in the proper use of our driveway,
Furthermore, our pie shaped lot does not allow us to have a driv,~way made on the left
side of the house as apposed to the current right side of the house to resolve this issue.
We wish to bring this issue forward at a City Council meeting to discuss the matter
further; that is moving the fire hydrant to a more appropriate location on our lot so that
we can:
A. have a driveway that win not affect the opening of our car doors on the driveway
as required if accessing special equipment, such as strolLers, car seat etc.
B. have better clearance of the hydrant during winter conditions and snow clearing.
C. avoid any potential accidental crashing into the hydrant due to its current location.
Pictures are in the process of being developed to be brought forward at the meeting.
Jeff Homan of the City ofNiaga:~a Falls and Carolyn Ioannoni :iTe aware ofthis sitUation
and of our concerns.
Hopefully we will be able to resolve this issue in a timely and just manner so that we can
proceed accordingly with the planning of our future driveway I'Jcation.
We can be reached at 905356 IS38 ext. 233 (work 8:30-4:30) o{ 9053565439 (home
after 5p.rn.)
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OWNERS
Lucy Ciavattone
Domenic Ioannoni
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COMMUNITY SERVICES DATE EFFECTED PROCEDURE
January 1, 1976
MUNICIPAL WORKS Relocation Of Fire Hydrants
At The Time OfIssuing
DATE OF REVISION Building Permit
Waterworks Section 318.8
a) In advising the Building and Development Department that underground services have
been completed in a subdivision, the Project Supervisor shall also forward to the Building
and Development Department a set of Construction drawings showing the location of
hydrants on all streets in a subdivision.
b) Before issuing a Building Permit, the Building and Development Department shall
examine the driveway location with regard to possible interference with hydrants.
c) If a hydrant is found to interfere with a double driveway, the builder should be notified at
the time of issuing the building permit and the builder should deposit the total estimated
cost of relocating the hydrant to his desired location within the same lot frontage.
d) The estimate shall be prepared by the Construction and Contract Control Superintendent
on request from the Building and Development Department.
e) The relocation work shall be arranged by the Construction & Contract Control
Superintendent.
Community Services Department R.2004.19
The C;!y of :f ~ Po,,","""""'" & ""!fun Adele Kon
Nlagora Foils ~36° ~e~~2~treet Director
Canada ~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
..., web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
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Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-7404
E-mail: akon@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
April 19, 2004
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: R-2004-19 Request for Waiver of Arena Fees
RECOMMENDATION:
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V That the City charge the incremental 'cost and meeting room cost to host
BACKGROUND: the Postal Tournament. *
The attached letter has been received ITom the organizers of the Annual International Postal Hockey
Tournament requesting the use of our arenas for the Easter Weekend of 2006. They are requesting
a waiver ITom the ice rental fees so that the proceeds ITom their tournament can be donated to
charity.
The organizers hosted their tournament in Niagara Falls in 1993 and 2000. Council, on both
occasions, agreed to provide a grant in lieu of the ice rental fees. According to the organizers, the
funds generated in 2000 were donated to the following:
. Lundy's Lane Battlefield Project $12,117
. Millennium Trail $12,117
. Wise Guys Charity Fund $13,637
. Canadian Feed the Children $20,000
. Niagara Falls Minor Hockey Assoc. L.1QQ..
TOTAL $58,371
The following chart lists the cities that have hosted the postal tournament during the past five (5)
years, if the fees were waived or not, and the corresponding amount that was raised for charity.
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Municipalitv Fees
Toronto - tournament being Reduced rate of 50%. Yet to be determined
2004 held at Westwood Arena Regular weekend
which is privately owned. rates range from
$195 - $250/hr.
2003 Ottawa Waived $35,892.00
2002 Vancouver - held at the Reduced rate o~ 50%. $26,125.00
University of British Columbia Regular weekend
rates in 2002 approx.
$225/hr.
2001 Montreal Waived $57,500.00
2000 Niagara Falls Waived $58,371.00
Stafffrom the municipalities where all fees have been waived stated that the overall tournament was
very successful. They indicated the municipalities would be happy to host the tournament in the
future but, would possibly look into charging a reduced rate, due to budget concerns.
The organizers ofthe Tournament have not indicted that they would not come to Niagara Falls ifthe
ice rental fees were not waived. However, they did state that there are a number of other cities who
would also welcome hosting the tournament because ofthe economic spin offs for hotels, restaurant
and attractions. They are awaiting our decision before they formalize their arrangements.
Potential Revenue:
Utilizing the 2000 ice schedule (190 hours), and based on 2004-05 approved ice rental rates, this
tournament would be charged the non resident adult prime time rate of$36,413.50 ($191.65/hr.) and
$746.10 for the use of the meeting room for the bar service (not including GST).
Potential Costs:
Approximate Incremental Costs:
Utility costs for Chippawa Willoughby Memorial Arena
(normally closed one week prior to the Easter weekend) $1,200
Wages for Chippawa Willoughby Memorial Arena for I week $3,200
Overtime labour costs for Good Friday for all arenas $5.000
Total Incremental Costs: $9,400
Our other arenas will be open up to and including this weekend. It is important to note that our
regular arena operating costs are far in excess ofthis amount and the purpose of our ice rental fee
is to reduce the level of tax -based subsidy for the operation of our arenas.
Conclusion:
Although staff does not support the waiver of fees, the following options for a grant in lieu of fees
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are being provided based on the 2004/05 rates for Council's consideration:
Charges:
(a) Charging the Adult Resident Rate of$29,184.00, ($1 53.60/hr.) plus $746.10 for the use of
the meeting room; or
(b) Charging the Youth Prime Time Rate of$18, 863.20 ($99.28/hr.) plus $746.10 for the use
of the meeting room; or
(c) Charging a minimum of $9,400 to offset our incremental cost to host the tournament, plus
$746.10 for the use of the meeting room.
If Council decides to support a full or partial grant in lieu for ice and room rental fees, then staff
recommends that the net revenue generated from the tournament be directed to the Community
Centre to help support the Capital Campaign.
Respectfully submitted:
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John MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
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INTERNATIONAL POSTAL HOCKEY TOURNAMENT
TOURNOIINTERNATIONAL DE HOCKEY DES POSTES
RECEIVED
John MacDonald Hf\R 1 1 2004
Chief Administrative Officer OFFICE OF i
The City of Niagara Falls, Canada THE ADMINISTRATOR
4310 Queen Street, PO Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
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Dear Sir, !
For the year 2006, the committee of the International Postal Hockey Tournàment
is considering bringing the event to Niagara Falls, Canada. On behalf of the tournament, I
would like to ask if the City of Niagara Falls would consider waiving the rental fees for
the arenas. In return; the International Postal Hockey Tournament will donate a minimum
of$25,OOO.00 to a local charity(s) or sporting complex improvements of you're choosing.
The tournament will be held during the Easter weekend, Friday, Saturday and
Sunday of2006. Players will be arriving on the Thursday and leaving on the Monday.
There will be approximately 80 to 85 teams participating. We will require 4 rinks for the
event from 6:00am Friday to 8:00pm Sunday. We will also require approximately 600 to
700 hotel rooms. The tournament is always held on the Easter weekend as this is a perfect
time for the employees as they have both Good Friday and Easter Monday off. Our
tournament is made up of postal employees from Canada Post, Purolator and the U.S.
Post Office. Our major sponsors include Canada Post Corpomtion, lIB Group Insurance
Mgt. Ltd., PuroIator Courier and Molson Canada.
As you know, the Easter weekend is not a popular hockey weekend. The economy
in general is slow during the Easter weekend and as a result We are constantly approached
by various arenas and hotels to host the event in their city. The economic impact we bring
financially to the host city is approximately $3 million dollars. This includes hiring local
referees and time keepers for all the games and hiring a local bus company to transport
our employees between the arenas and hotels.
I am confident that by working together, the Tournament and the City of Niagara
FaIls will both come out as winners.
Sincerely,
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Frank DeDonato
Manager, Postal Hockey Tournament
'.0. BOX 67048, South Common Mall " postalhockey@rogers.com
:150 Bumhamlhorpe Rd. W.
Iississauga, ON L5L 5V4
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Community Services Department R-2004.20
The C;1y of ~~ """- ..",,",," & Co""" Adele Kon
. 4310 Queen Street Director
Niagara Falls P.O. Box 1023
Canada r Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
...¡ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
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Tel.: (90S) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-7404
E-mail: akon@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
April 19,2004
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: R-2004-20 - Kalar Park' Home For Girls Soccer'
Sports Lighting Equipment (Supply) and Entrance Road Paving
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that:
1. Proposal # P08-2004 for the supply of Sports Lighting Equipment for Kalar Park 'Home for
Girls Soccer' be awarded to Musco Sports Lighting for the total price of $102,350.00
including taxes, and
2. Parks, Recreation & Culture staff be directed to work in partnership with Niagara Falls
Hydro to complete the asphalt paving of the park entrance road at Kalar Park 'Home For
Girls Soccer' for the total cost of$ 18,000.00.
BACKGROUND:
Parks, Recreation & Culture staff has been working in partnership with the Niagara Falls Girls
Soccer Club for the past few years in the development ofthe Kalar Park 'Home For Girls Soccer'
complex on Kalar Road, adjacent to Kate S. Durden School. To date, both Phase I and Phase 2 have
been successfully constructed with the opening of this new soccer facility scheduled for the May 29,
2004.
The NFGSC has expressed its desire to install sports lighting on both the two (2) senior soccer
pitches in this park. City staff issued a Request For Proposal (P08-2004), through the Supply and
Services Department, in early March. Four (4) companies submitted proposals for the supply
(ONLY) of the sports lighting equipment as follows:
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Company Total Price (Inc. Taxes)
1. Westburne / Ruddy Electric $ 74,500.00
2. Musco Sports Lighting $ lO2,350.00
3. Cooper Lighting $ lO9,122.40
4. Hubble Canada $ 172,214.78
Following a thorough review of the sports lighting proposals with the Electrical Engineering
Consultant, Engineering Concepts Niagara, the low bid ofWestburne !Ruddy Electric did not meet
the requirements of the proposal lighting specifications and was deemed incomplete. Therefore, it
was rejected. Musco Lighting submitted a complete proposal which met, and in some items
exceeded, the proposal specifications. The City has utilized the Musco System at Mitchelson Park
'Boys Home For Soccer' with success. The NFGSC is also in favour ofthe Musco Sports Lighting
proposal.
Entrance Roadway Paving - As part of the new transformer station construction Niagara Falls Hydro
has obtained a contractor to pave the entrance roadway up to their transformer station service
entrance. They have provided the City with a price from the same company to complete the
remainder ofthe entrance roadway into the park at a discounted price of approximately $ 18,000.00.
Both City staff and the NFGSC agree the price is very reasonable and recommend the paving to
proceed, particularly since the adjacent school heavily uses the gravel roadway for dropping of£'
picking up students.
Financing:
Funds for the Kalar Park' Home For Girls Soccer' development are within the 2003/2004 Capital
Construction Budget. NFGSC is committed to 50% funding toward the construction costs for this
project with the remaining funds coming from development charges.
Respectfully s~
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ohn MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
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Adel Kon
Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture
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