2004/05/03
COMMUNITY SERVICESCOMMJTTEE. AGENDA
SEVENTH MEETING
Monday, May 3, 2004
From 4:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
City Hall, Committee Room #2A & B
1) Approval of the 2004-04-19 Community Services Committee Minutes.
2) REPORTS: STAFF CONTACT:
a) MW-2004-51 - Excess Load Moving Permit Ed Dujlovic
b) MW-2004-71 - Chippawa Parkway - Large Motor Vehicles Ed Dujlovic
c) MW-2004-75 - Outdoor Water Conservation Seminar Ed Dujlovic
d) R-2004-24 - Plaque to Commemorate the City's Centennial Adele Kon
e) R-2004-25 - Inappropriate Behaviour in City Parks Adele Kon
f) R-2004-26 - Actions Arising from Environmental
Planning & Greening Committee - April 21, 2004 Adele Kon
3) NEW BUSINESS
4) ADJOU RN M ENT
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MINUTES OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING
Monday, April 19, 2004, City Hall, Room 2 at 4:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Chairman Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Mayor Ted Saki, Alderman Wayne
Campbell, Alderman Janice Wing, Alderman Carolynn Ioannoni, Alderman
Jim Diodati, Alderman Vince Kerrio.
REGRETS: Alderman Selina Volpatti, Alderman Joyce Morocco.
STAFF: John MacDonald, Ed Dujlovic, Tony Ravenda, Adele Kon, Ken Burden, Ray
Kallio, Dean Iorfida, Pat Burke, Karl Dren, Marianne Tikky - Steno.
PRESS: Corey Larocque, Niagara Falls Review.
GUESTS: Peter Munger, 8320 Oliver Street, Domenic Ioannoni & Cindy Ciavattone
Greenfield Crescent Lot #24, Guy Ungaro (representing-Flying Saucer), Henry
DiCenizo (Flying Saucer), Brenda Bartley, 6075 Corwin Avenue, Ruth Pipher,
5962 Corwin Avenue, Ioanno Marianos, 5953 Corwin Avenue.
1) MINUTES:
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN DIODA II and seconded by Alderman Campbell, that the
minutes of the March 22, 2004 meeting be approved.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19
2) REPORTS:
a) MW-2004-47 - Main Street Parking Review
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR SALCI and seconded by Alderman Kerrio that;
I) 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 Avenue 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;
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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 Avenue 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 Avenue; and,
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.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19.
b) MW-2004-63 - Oliver Street Parking Review
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN CAMPBELL and seconded by Alderman Ioanonni that;
parking be restricted at all times on the west side of Oliver Street between Bridgewater Street and
Weiland Street.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19.
c) MW-2004-64 - St. Mary's Street Parking Review
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN CAMPBELL and seconded by Alderman Diodati that
parking be restricted at all times on the south side of St. Mary's Street from Sinnicks Avenue to a
point 30 metres west of Sinnicks Avenue.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19.
d) MW-2004-66 - Corwin Avenue Parking Review
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN CAMPBELL and seconded by Alderman Kerrio that;
I) Parking restrictions with a setback of 10 metres on the eastside and 20 metres on the
westside of Corwin Avenue at Lundy's Lane be implemented.
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2) That parking be restricted in front of the residential homes on Corwin Avenue to "permit
only".
3) That staff investigate and report back to Council with recommendations on a heavy
vehicle restriction on Corwin Avenue.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19
3) DEPUTATION:
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN KERRIO and seconded by Alderman Ioannoni that the City
relocate the Fire Hydrant in front of Lot #24 on Greenfield Crescent to a suitable location as to
not impede the driveway.
Motion: Carried
Opposed: Alderman Diodati, Alderman Campbell
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19.
REPORTS:
e) R-2004-19 - Request for Waiver of Arena Fees
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN IOANNONI and seconded by Alderman Kerrio that the
fees for the Postal Tournament be waived 100%.
Motion: Lost
Opposed: Alderman Diodati, Alderman Wing, Alderman Campbell.
Following further discussion;
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN DIODATI and seconded by Mayor Saki that the Postal
Tournament be charged a minimum of $9,400 to offset our incremental cost to host the
tournament, plus $746.10 for the use of the meeting room.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19
1) R-2004-20 - Kalar Park 'Home for Girls Soccer' Sports Lighting Equipment
(Supply) and Entrance Road Paving
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR SALCI and seconded by Alderman Campbell that;
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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 $1 02,350.00
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.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19.
4) NEW BUSINESS
a) IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN KERRIO and seconded by Alderman Ioannoni that
arena fees be waived for International T.V. Turnoff Week.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19.
b) IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN IOANNONI and seconded by Mayor Saki that staff
investigate and report to Committee on "No Parking" restrictions on Vegter Court.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19.
c) IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR SALCI and seconded by Alderman Ioannoni that staff
investigate the cost involved in instituting street numbers on street signs.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19.
d) IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR SALCI and seconded by Alderman Campbell that staff
investigate the implementation of parking meters in non-residential areas of Spring Street.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19.
e) IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN CAMPBELL and seconded by Alderman Diodati
that staff contact the Region and request the area of 420 Highway ramp from Victoria
A venue be cleared oflitter.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19.
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f) IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN DIODATI and seconded by Alderman Wing that
staff contact local utility companies, the Region and the Ministry of Transportation
requesting them to clear their properties of litter.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-04-19.
5) ADJOURNMENT
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN IOANNONI and seconded by Alderman Campbell, that the
regular meeting of the Community Services Committee be adjourned at 5:45 p.m. and
Committee move into an In-Camera session.
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Community Services Department MW-2004-51
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The City of 4310 Queen Street Director
Niagara Falls P.O. Box 1023
Canada ~ Niagara Falls. ON L2E 6X5
..., web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
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Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: adu jlov i@city.niagarafalls.on.c;j
May 3, 2004
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members: re: MW-2004-51
Oversize / Overweight Load Permit
RECOMMENDATIONS:
It is recommended that:
1. Council adopt the Oversize / Overweight Load Permit, requiring all companies
to complete in order to obtain authorization to move excess loads on City right-
of-way; and,
2. the 'Schedule of Fees for Services' be updated to include a fee of $25.00 for a
single use Oversize / Overweight Load Permit, or $150.00 for an annual
Oversize / Overweight Load Permit.
BACKGROUND:
An Oversize / Overweight Load Permit is a permit for companies wanting to move loads that
exceed Ontario Highway Traffic Act accepted length, width, height or weight limits. Section 110
of the Highway Traffic Act authorizes municipalities to grant permits for the movement of excess
loads within their jurisdiction, upon application in writing, and may specify any conditions deemed
necessary by the Corporation to protect persons or property from injury or damage. At the
present time, companies that request to haul loads in excess of the legal limits are required to
submit written requests to staff. For the most part, requests are similar in nature, however, are
cumbersome considering the staff time required to review and respond to these requests. In most
cases, the applicant does not provide enough information to properly process a request resulting
in several phone calls to obtain additional information or clarification.
Staff is recommending that Council adopt the enclosed Oversize / Overweight Load Permit, which
will provide a standardized form for such requests. It would expedite load requests in a more
efficient manner. General conditions stated on the reverse side of the permit application, such as
insurance requirements, use of private or police escorts, etc. provides the applicant thorough
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knowledge of what is expected with their approved permit. Approval of the permit requires the
applicant to conform to all applicable traffic laws, general conditions stipulated on the reverse side
of the permit, and any special conditions as deemed necessary by staff to ensure public safety and
to protect City assets.
Currently, oversize and overweight requests are reviewed and approved free of charge. A review
of practices in and around the Golden Horseshoe where oversize permits are issued reveals the
following:
SINGLE USE ANNUAL
Region of Niagara $ 25.00 $ 150.00
City ofSt. Catharines $ 10.20 * $ 10.20 *
City of Mississauga $ 50.00 $ 100.00
. in process of evaluating price increase to coincide with Region of Niagara permit fees
The Ministry of Transportation provides single use permit at fees ranging from $50.00 to
$500.00, depending on the scale of the excess load. Annual permits are $300.00. Many of the
smaller municipalities in the area co-ordinate their oversize and overweight Load Permit requests
through the Regional body.
Therefore, staff is suggesting a fee of $25.00 for a single use permit, or $150.00 for an annual
permit to cover the service provided. The annual permit is for companies that carry out several
similar oversize moves during the year without them requiring to apply for each move, or to allow
transport ofloads in excess of the weights permitted throughout the year.
Council's concurrence with the recommendations outlined in this report would be appreciated.
Prepared by: Respectfully Submitted by:
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Manager of Traffic & Parking Services Chief Administrative Officer
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Director of Municipal Works
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File: G.I80.24
The City of Niagara Falls
Community Services Department
Municipal Works - Traffic & Parking Services
4310 Queen Street, P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls ON L2E 6X5
Tel: 905-356-7521 Fax: 905-353-0651
OVERSIZE / OVERWEIGHT LOAD PERMIT
Please complete all infonnation in black or dark blue ink. Incomplete applications will be returned to the applicant, thereby causing undue delays in processing.
PRINT CLEARLY. Allow 48 bours for processing. Return completed fonn to the Traffic & Parking Services Section at the address/facsimile above.
Company Name: Single Use Pennit - $25.00
Annual Pennit - $150.00
Contact Person: Make cheques payoblo to 'The City ofNiagua Folls'
Company: Address: Unit:-
Postal Code:
Business Phone: Extension: Facsimile:
Insured By: Dates Insurance Valid:
The enclosed certlf.,ate must be completed by your Insunuu:e compo,,!, and $flbmitted with this completed applkatlon. See reverse side for insurance coverage ""l"/remenls.
Date(s) of Move:
Start Time: Completion Time:
Overall Width (Vehicle & Load): (Legal: 2.6 metres or 8 feet 6 inches)
Overall Length (Vehicle & Load): (Legal: 23 metres or 75 feet 6 inches) Please ide"'!/y unit mea3U,"",ent
e.g. m or ft. tonnes. kg. etc.
Overall Height (Vehicle & Load): (Legal: 4.15 metres or 13 feet 7 inches)
Escort Vehicle( s) Required? DYES DNO See General Conditions 9 - 15 to deleTmine escort vehicle ""i_Is
Vehicle Type: License Plate: Number of Axles:
Gross Registered Vehicle Weight: Gross Weight of Proposed Vehicle and Load:
Axle Weight Complies with Highway Traffic Act Regulations? DYES DNa
Description of Load:
Route From: Route to:
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Route Map Provided? DYES DNO . See a_bedfor list ofroods under thejurisdkdoo of the
Niagara Region. NiDgara Parks & Ministry ofTransportollon
IIwe uoderstand that under the provision of subsection 5 of Section 110 oflbe Ontario Highway TraIIicAct, the owner, operator or mover of a heavy vclricle,lood, object or structuro
who bas obtained a permit is nevertheless respoosible for oll damages that may be caused to the Iñghway, cocroaclunen1s or railway right-of-way by reason of the driVÙ>g, operating
or moving of any such heavy vcbiclc,lood, object or s1ructure. The applicant certifies that the infurmation con1ained in tlñs application is true and ac1mowledges and accepts the
responsibilities imposed by law on Ibe applicant in relation to the opemioo ora commctcial motor vehicle under the outhority oflbe pcnnit issued pursuant to this applicatioo.
Permits arc invalid if false information is given.
Name: Signature: Date:
GENERAL CONDITIONS
I. This permit is issued under Section 11O of the Highway TrafficAct, R.S.O., 199O, c.H.8, as amended, wbich authorizes the moving ofa vehicle aud it's load in exc...oftbe dimensiooa
limits setoutinsection 109 orthe weight limits setoutinPart VITI.
2. It is solely the "'sponsibility of the applicant to ensure that all of the condilions of the Highway TrafficAct, as ameoded, and conditions below bave beoo met, and whoo satisfied, thi
fonn signed hy an authorized City represootative will act as official authorization for the requested works. This form most be kept in the vehicle( s) for which this pennithas been issued.
all times and most be produC'"d upon the demand of a police officer or an officer appointed for carrying out the pro.;sions of the Ontario llighway TrafficAcl
3. A minimum $2,000,000.00 general liability insurance and $2,000,000 automobile liability insurance is required with the City of Niagara Falls named as additiobal insurod. A
insurance certificate is provided with this application.
4. The driverofthevehicle must adhere to all applicable traffic ",gulations, hy.laws and posted signs. The vehicle operaW i3 DOt permitted to travel on any roadway...meted to heav
vebicle trafficorexceed weight limits, unless otherwise authorized.
5.lu1y damage to City right.of-way most be repaired and reinstated to its original condition at the expense of the applicant
6.lu1y removal and/or replacement of traffic control c!c.;ces will be carried out at the expense of the applicant
7. The City may with written notice, terminate this agreement at anytime.
8. Approval of this pennit is subjectto all requirements specified by the public utilities, all provinciallawa, and any other approvals required by the City ofNiapa Falls.
9. Asingle private escort is reqWredifthe width (vehicle & load) is between 4.00- 4.99 metres (13 feet, I inch .16 feet, 4 inches)AND/ORthe length (vehicle & load) is between 36.75
45.74metres (12O feet, 6 inch - 15O feet)AND/ORtherearoverbangis morethan4.65 metres (15 feet, 3 inches).
I O.Adual private escortisn:quiredon single lane highways where width is between4.6- 4.99metres (15 feet, I inch -16 fe... 4inches).
II. A police escort is required when the width (vehicle 8< load);' over 5.0 metres (16 feet, 4 inches )AND/OR the length (vehicle 8< load) is over45.75 metres (ISO feet).
12. A pole ear i3 required where the height exceeda 4. 87 metres (16 feet).
13. When a pole ear is required it most precec!c the load and move sufficiently ahead of the vehicle whoo approaching structures to ascertain clearance priorto the load arriving. Additiom
escort vehicles may be required for width and length dimensions. A pole earmay be used as a forward escortvehicle.
14.1u1 escortrequired for an overhang most be to therear of the load
15. The number of police escort vehicles will be determined hy the Niagara Regional Police Service. The applicant is responsible for all costs associated with police escorts.
16. The driver of the vehicle hauling the over-dimension or over-weight load shall keep the vehicle speed to a minimum.
17. The applicant is responsible to review the route for ...mctive structures,lateral clearances, obstructions, construction ac!i.;ty, etc. in advance and is responsible for contacting a
appropriate agoocies necessary to ensure minimum inconveniooce and disruption to road users. If the load i3 over 4.65 metres high, appropriate telephone companies, bydrn aud cab]
companies shall be contacted for overbead wires.
18. Vehicles and loads in excess of the width and/or loogth prescribed under Section 109 of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act shall be uwked with four or more flap, one as noo
practicable to each comer of the vehicle or load The flap shall be bright red or orange in colour and be a minimum of 4OOmm square. Where the flap are at the rear of the vehicle or I...
they shall not be less than 2 metres above the highway surface. Where a vehicle or load is wider at any point or points on either side than at the comer, it shall where practicable, be I
marked with such a flag atthe widest point on each sic!c.
19. Vehicles and loads in excess of the length prescribed under Section 109 of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act shall, in addition to the flap reqoired under condition 18, display on tl
",ar, in a clearly visible position a sign bearing the won!s "LONG LOAD" in hId letters at least 200mm high w;th lines forming the letters at least30mm w;c!c on a yellow background,
a 'D' signas",gu1ated by the Mimstry ofTransportation.
20. This pennit is not valid at any time fInm one halfboor after sunset, to one half hour before sunrise, or at any time when, doe to insufficient ligh4 or unfavourable abnOspher
conditions, persons aud vehicles on the bighway are not clearly discemable at a distance of 1 50 metres or less unless otherwise specified.
21. This pennit authorizes the movemoot of the oversized/overload vehicle on roadways under the jurisdiction of the City ofNiagara Falls only. The applicant i3 responsihle for obtainiI
approvals from otherroad jurisdictions where applicable (Region ofNiagara, Niagara Parks Commission, M. T.O., other municipalities), unless otherwise specified.
22.lfa change to the approved pennit is required, you most notify the Traffic 8< Parking Services Section immediately. Norification must be made in writing aud delivered either by "'"
in person, or by facsimile at 905-353-065 I. Verbal "'quests will not be bonourod. You most adhere to the conditions of the original permit until staffre.;cwa aud respcmda in writing ba<
to the applicant.
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CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE
This is to cerlify lhat the insured named belo.. is insured by lhe insurance policy(ies) and wilh the insurance company sel out belo..:
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tme of insurance Dolicv number effective date emiTV date limils of liabilitv
commercial general $
liabilitv
Commercial general liability including personal injury, contractual liability, non-owned automobile liability, owner's and contractor's protective
coverage, products-completed operations, contingent employer's liability, cross-liability clause and severability or interest clause; and
No exclusions for damage or loss from blasling, vibration, the removal or weakening of support or from any other activity that may be
required.
tV1lf' of insurance nnlicv number effective date emirv date limits of liability
motor vehicle
liabilitY
motor vehicle liability must cover all vehicles owned by the insured.
The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls has beon added as an additional insured but only with respect to its interest in the operations of
the named insured.
This is to certify that the policy(ies) of insurance as set out above have been issued to the insured by the insurance company and are in full
force and effeel al this time.
If the policy(ies) of insurance are cancelled or changed in any manner or for any reason that would affect The Corporation of the City of
Niagara Falls, the insurance company shall give thirty (30) days written notice by registered mail to:
The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls
Legal Department
4310 Queen Street, P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, Ontario
12E 6X5
This certificate is executed and issued to The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls by:
name of insurance comoanv date
name of insurance broker authorized representative
PROOF OF UABIUTY INSURANCE IllL BE ACCEPTED ON THIS FORN ONLY (11TH NO AIIEHDIlOOS) IF INSURANCE IS PlACED IN PRIMARY AND EXCESS
lAYERS, FILl: SEPARATE CERTIFICATES FOR EACH
Roads Under the Jurisdiction of the Regional Municipality of Niagara
No. Name From To
70 Beechwood Road North City Limit Mountain Road
43 Bridge Street Stanley Avenue River Road
63 Chippawa Creek Road West City Limit Montrose Road
51 Ferry Street Main Street Stanley Avenue
98 Kalar Road Mountain Road Montrose Road
51 Lundy's Lane Thorold Townline Road Main Street
47 Lyons Creek Road Sodom Road Montrose Road
49 Marineland Parkway Alex Avenue Stanley Avenue (East Junction)
49 Mcleod Road Alex Avenue Montrose Road
98 Montrose Road Kalar Road Netherby Road
70 Mountain Road Thorold Townline Road Beechwood Road
101 Mountain Road Beechwood Road Portage Road
25 Netherby Road West City Limit Montrose Road
298 Niagara Square Drive Montrose Road McLeod Road'
61 Niagara Townline Road St. Paul Avenue Stanley Avenue
101 Portage Road Stanley Avenue Mountain Road
Roberts StreetlNewman Hill Stanley Avenue Falls Avenue
98 Schihl Road Netherby Road South City Limit
27 Schisler Road West City Limit Montrose Road
116 Sodom Road Main Street (Chippawa) South City Limit
102 Stanley Avenue Niagara Townline Road Lyons Creek Road
100 St. Paul Avenue Niagara Townline Road Mountain Road
57 Thorold Stone Road Thorold Townline Road Stanley Avenue
70 Thorold Townline Road Mountain Road Chippawa Creek Road
Roads Under the Jurisdiction of the Ministry of Transportation
Name From To
Queen Elizabeth Way North City Limit South City Limit
Highway #405 St. Paul Avenue Stanley Avenue
Highway #420 Montrose Road Stanley Avenue
RQads Under the Jurisdiction of the Niagara Parks Commission
Na';'e From To
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Blfming Springs Hill Portage Road Dufferin Isle Road
Dþfferin Isle Road Niagara Parkway Niagara Parkway
Ffaser Hill Portage Road Niagara Parkway
Niagara Parkway Main Street (Chippawa) South City Limit
A-"'- North City Limit South Limit Twp. Lot 74
Niagara Parkway Clifton Hill 76 m North of Mechanic St
River Road South Limit Twp. Lot 74 Clifton Hill
, Upper Rapids Road Portage Road Niagara Parkway
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Community Services Department MW-2004-71
Municipal Works Ed Dujlovic
1h C'Iy f j~ 4310 a- 5- Director
e I 0 P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Canada - ~ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
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Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: edujlov ic@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
May 3, 2004
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2004-71
Chippawa Parkway
Parldng Large Motor Vehicle - Proposed Restrictions
RECOMMENDATION:
This report be received for the information of Council.
BACKGROUND:
In December 2003, Council approved the following recommendation from the Chippawa Parkway
Parking Review:
"That parking restrictions not be implemented and that the offending vehicle owner be notified in
advance that it will be towed if in violation."
City records indicate that as far back as April 1999, a transport truck has parked repeatedly on
Chippawa Parkway. Staff has always responded promptly, and the vehicle has been ticketed
repeatedly.
The vehicle in question when parked on the south side of Chippawa Parkway has created a site
obstruction to motorists exiting private driveways.
Staff has researched this request and under the Highway Traffic Act, a Municipal Enforcement
Officer, or Police Officer when finding a vehicle that is stopped off the roadway in a manner to
obstruct the sight of oncoming traffic at a distance of at lease 125 metres, may move, or require the
driver or operator ofthe vehicle to move it.
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In order to fulfill Council's direction to tow the vehicle, staff, upon receipt of a complaint, or when
observed, must ensure that Municipal Law Enforcement Officers or Police attend immediately to the
sight, take the appropriate measurements, document same, then request the owner to remove the
vehicle. However, it may not be possible for Police to attend due to more urgent priorities. If the
owner is not available, the vehicle at this time may be towed. Parking Control Officers unfortunately
are not authorized to tow vehicles under the Highway Traffic Act
Vehicles when towed, fàll under the Repair & Storage Liens Acts, and all costs incurred in the
removal of the vehicle are charged back to the owner. Our current towing company when solicited
regarding this matter, indicates that they have the equipment available to tow this size of vehicle,
including the trailer.
Parking Control staffhas monitored this area since Council's direction and is pleased to report that
we have not observed this vehicle parked in this area since that time. In addition, no further
complaints have been received regarding this matter.
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Manager of Traffic & Parking Services hief Administrative Officer
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May 3, 2004
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2004-75 Outdoor Water Conservation Seminar
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council authorize staff to proceed with the City of Niagara Falls Outdoor Water
Conservation and Healthy Lawn Seminar at a total cost of$ 7,125.
BACKGROUND:
City Engineering and Community Services have been in discussions with Niagara Parks and the
Master Gardeners of Niagara over the past six months in hope of hosting a joint event that would
promote the effective of water for the gardening season. Participation in this event is part of an
overall water conservation education plan and strategy presented to Council in report MW-2003-1 12.
The introduction of water metering in the City of Niagara Falls indirectly produced an unexpected
by product in the form of a number of dying or dead residential lawns and gardens due to ineffective
or ill-advised watering techniques. Effective education as to the proper use of water and lawn
products and the true cost of watering would address this issue.
Lawn watering accounts for approximately 50% of the water used outside the home on an annual
basis and as a result is a worthwhile area to target for both homeowner education and conservation
strategies. The Master Gardeners of Niagara in conjunction with Niagara Parks will be holding the
Niagara Flower and Garden Show from June II th to 13" this year at the Niagara Parks School of
Horticulture and Botanical Gardens.
City staff believes that the event fits well in terms of venue, visibility and content with the goal to
bring an effective lawn care seminar to Niagara Falls residents at no direct cost.
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The highlights of the proposed two day seminar are as follows:
. Three guest speakers, including Ed Lawrence the head horticulturist at the Gardens
of Rideau Hall in Ottawa and host of the CBC radio garden call in, who will attend
on both days to discuss in an open forum, the following subjects:
. Effective lawn watering and measurement.
. The use and misuse of commercially available fertilizers and
herbicides.
. Drought resistant garden and lawn planning.
. Correct cut height for the residential lawn.
. Mulch versus mow techniques for a residential lawn.
. Open question and answer forum on lawn care topics.
. The distribution of250 free lawn watering gauges to the first 250 attendees on both
days.
. John Deere Lawn mower draw courtesy of Greenline equipment of St Catharines.
This draw will be open to Niagara Falls residents only.
The proposed budget breakdown for this event is as follows:
Advertising support of the Master Gardeners of Niagara $ 2,000
Niagara Flower and Garden Show
Advertising support and in house staff resources for the $ 2,000
promotion ofthe Healthy Lawn seminar
Sound system rental $ 500
Speaker fees for three speakers for two appearances over $ 1,500
two days
Set up of area and amenities $ 500
Lawn watering gauges $ 625
Lawn mower draw L-Q
Total $ 7.125
In staff s opinion, this event will have a more direct and tangible effect on residential outdoor water
use than conventional methods such as direct mail or advertising. The event also shows the City of
Niagara Falls to be proactive in terms of environmental conservation and stewardship.
This project will be funded from the Utility and Operations Budget already approved by council, line
item "Water Conservation" account #15-3-431000-03-0000.
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Committee's conCUITence with the recommendation made is requested.
Prepared by: Prepared by:
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Manager of Infrastructure & Environment Community Services Coordinator
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Director of Municipal Works
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The City of j~P"" RooM"'" C"'" Adele Kon
Niagara Falls ~~¿~ ~"xe~~2~treet Director
Canada ~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
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May 3, 2004
Aldennan Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of Commwrity Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: R-2004-24. Plaque to Commemorate the CIty's Centennial
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council approve the use of the City Crest, wording and installation of a bronze plaque to
commemorate the City's Centennial, and that Council members' names be added to
the plaque.
BACKGROUND:
Shennan Zavitz, City Historian, with the support of Staff is requesting that a plaque commemorating
our Centennial be installed and an unveiling ceremony take place later this Spring. The wording on
the plaque was prepared by Mr. Zavitz (see attached). The plaque will be affixed to the exterior of
City Hall near the ftont entrance. The cost for the bronze plaque is $829.40 including all taxes and
is allocated in the 2004 Operating Budget.
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Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture 'ef Administrative Officer
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THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS CAME INTO BEING ON JANUARY 1, 1904
FOLLOWING AMALGAMATION OF THE TOWN OF NIAGARA FALLS AND THE
ADJACENT VILLAGE OF NIAGARA FALLS.
THE GRAND TRUNK RAILWAY (NOW CANADIAN NATIONAL) WAS THE CHIEF
EMPLOYER IN THE NEW CITY, WHICH HAD A POPULATION OF 7,000. WITHIN THE
NEXT TWO YEARS THREE LARGE HYDROELECTRIC GENERATING STATIONS BEGAN
OPERATING IN THE AREA AROUND THE HORSHOE FALLS. THESE PLANTS,
ALONG WITH THE MANY MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIES THAT WERE
SUBSEQUENTLY ATTRACTED HERE DUE TO THE AVAILABILITY OF PLENTIFUL AND
INEXPENSIVE ELECTRICITY, ENSURED THE CITY'S GROWTH.
TOURISM HAS ALSO PLAYED AN INCREASINGLY IMPORTANT ROLE IN THE
COMMUNITY'S ECONOMY. IN 1963, STAMFORD TOWNSHIP BECAME PART OF
NIAGARA FALLS, AS DID THE VILLAGE OF CHIPPAWA, WILLOUGHBY TOWNSHIP
AND A PORTION OF CROWLAND TOWNSHIP FOLLOWING THE CREATION OF
REGIONAL GOVERNMENT SEVEN YEARS LATER.
SHERMAN ZAVITZ
. OFFICIAL CITY HISTORIAN .
Date: April 2004
Size: 18" x 24"
Material: Bronze with dark brown lettering
Border: Single Line
Mounting: Four (4) back mounted anchors
Location: West side of the City Hall entrance (outside)
Logos: Two (2) coloured logos
Estimated Cost: (Supply and deliver) $ 829.40
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1 OOth Anniversary Bronze Plaque Detail
Community Services Department R-2004-25
Tho OilY of :f~ PRo, R_"" C."" Adele Kon
Niagara Falls ~~6~ ~~e~2~treet Director
Canada ~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
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May 3, 2004
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: R-2004-25 - Inappropriate Behaviour in City Parks
RECOMMENDATION:
1. That Staff continue to use an after hours mobile private security provider in our parks and
cemeteries systems.
2. That a meeting with representatives of Niagara Regional Police be chaired by the Mayor and
include other interested members of both City and Regional Council. and that CPTED
audits be conduted at key parks.
BACKGROUND:
The issue of vandalism and behaviour related problems in City Parks and Cemeteries is not new.
What is new, is the number of incidents and the degree of damage that is being done. Also, we have
witnessed a significant increase in drug and alcohol related problems.
During the past three summer seasons, staff has responded to an ever incre~ing number of
complaints concerning damaged equipment, graffiti, illegal dumping, noise and intimidation, Our
maintenance staff also has discovered an increased number of empty alcohol containers and
alanningly used hypodennic syringes.
It was with growing ftustration that staff advised Council of its intention to retain a security ftrm to
monitor four (4) to five (5) of our most problematic parks. This pilot proj ect was undertaken during
the summer months from 8:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. Council was also advised that the program would
be evaluated at the end of the year and that if it proved successful, that increased funding would be
provided in the 2004 operating budget.
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The specific parks that were patrolled on an ongoing basis were: Maple Street, A. J. McKinley, F.
H. Leslie, E. E. Mitchelson, Prince Charles, Chippawa Lions and George Bukator.
Cantec Security was the firm selected to patrol our parks. Their staff was required to complete a .
patrol log book which was reviewed periodically by City staff to gauge the true scope of the
problem. What we found were a large number of young people in City parks at all hours of the night,
in spite of an 11 :00 p.m. curfew. They were consuming alcohol, using drugs, swimming in our
outdoor pools, creating noise and littering. The security officers' presence caused them to disperse.
In some cases, this alleviated the problem. In other cases, the effects were short term as the youth
returned in relatively short order.
Overall, the increased security of our parks proved to be beneficial and because ofthe publicity this
program received, members of the community asked that their parks also be included in the
surveillance program. For the most part, due to a limited budget, the patrols were limited to the
parks previously mentioned. However, in some extenuating circumstances, a patrol was diverted
to another park on a short term basis. Staff can see the benefit of expanding this service, however,
our limited budget will only allow us to maintain the status quo for the coming season. A security
company will again be retained to continue to monitor four (4) to five (5) of our most problematic
parks.
Staff is also recommending that a meeting be held with representatives of Niagara Regional Police
to fully discuss the problems that are occurring in our parks, as a result of inappropriate and illegal
behaviour. Staff is also suggesting that the Mayor chair this meeting and that other members of both
City and Regional Council be invited to attend. In particular, we should include Councilor Bill
Smeaton who is our representative on the Police Services Board. From this meeting, a definite plan
of action would be derived.
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The C"" of .J~ Po". .OOMOOOO & 0""" Adele Kon
4310 Queen Street Director
Niagara Falls P.O. Box 1023
Canada ~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
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May 3,2004
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: R-2004-26 Actions Arising from Environmental
Planning & Greening Committee - April 21, 2004
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council support the planting of boulevard trees within the Greenways Subdivision with the
exception of Lots 26 and 27.
BACKGROUND:
At the March 24, 2004 meeting of the Environmental Planning & Greening Committee, a report was
presented by Municipal Works which recommended the planting of boulevard trees as part of the
Greenways Subdivision. A survey had been conducted as a result of some residents not wanting a
boulevard tree. A couple of residents who reside in the subdivision attended this meeting and
expressed their concerns. Staff later met with Mr. Steve Kirilovic, who represented many of the
residents who did not want a tree and learned that many residents were not necessarily opposed to
a boulevard tree, but rather wanted input on the type of tree to be planted. Mr. Kirilovic
recommended a Glenleaven Linden which is on the City's list of acceptable boulevard trees.
Upon inspection of the subdivision, it was also determined that two (2) lots located at a comer ofthe
street bulb lack sufficient ITontage for a boulevard tree. It was recommended that these two (2) lots
(Lot 26 and 27) not receive a boulevard tree. This information was shared with the Environmental
Planning & Greening Committee at their April 21 st meeting and they supported the boulevard tree
planting except for Lots 26 and 27. With the endorsement of Council, it is hopeful that the boulevard
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trees can be planted this spring. There is sufficient monies as part of the subdivision agreement to
pay for the boulevard trees.
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Manager of Community Development Chief Administrative Officer
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Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture
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