2004/06/14 TENTH MEETING
Monday, June 14, 2004
From 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
City Hall, Committee Room #2A & B
1 ) Approval of the 2004-05-31 Community Services Minutes.
2) PRESENTATION:
a) Delcan
MW-2004-46 - Dorchester Road Update
3) REPORTS: STAFF CONTACT:
a) MW-2004-100 - Nassau Avenue at Southerland Court
Intersection Control Review Ed Dujlovic
b) MW-2004-111 - Council Chambers Renovations Ed Dujlovic
c) MW-2004-106 - Proposed Land Exchange/Purchase
Gordon Wright Electric - 6260 Don Murie Street Ed Dujlovic
d) MW-2004-97 - Disposal of Surplus Lands Chippawa Parkway
Block "A" - Plan 67 Ed Dujlovic
e) R-2004-39 - Proposed Bike Lanes along River Road Adele Kon
f) R-2004-41 - Request for Financial Support -
Niagara Falls Under 12 Soccer Boys Soccer Adele Kon
4) NEW BUSINESS
5) ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING
Monday, May 31, 2004, City Hall, Room 2 at 4:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Alderman Selina Volpatti, Chair, Mayor Ted Salci, Alderman Wayne
Campbell, Alderman Janice Wing, Alderman Carolynn Ioannoni, Alderman
Joyce, Morocco, Alderman Jim Diodati, Alderman Vince Kerrio.
REGRETS: Chairman Alderman Victor Pietrangelo,
STAFF: John MacDonald, Ed Dujlovic, Tony Ravenda, Ray Kallio Ken Burden,
Adele Kon, Dean Iorfida, Pat Burke, Karl Dren, Marianne Tikky - Steno.
PRESS: Corey Larocque, Niagara Falls Review.
GUESTS: Cammie Bateman - Niagara Falls Taxi, Jannese Freeman - Niagara Falls Taxi,
Leslie Thomson - Niagara Falls Taxi, Ron Saks-6455 Fallsview Blvd., Tim
McVicar-Walker Industries, John Fisher-Walker Industries, Alison
Braithewate-Walker Industries, Bob Corbett-4759 Queen Street, Sue
McDowell-VictoriagCentre BIA, Les & Laurie Flasko-8311 Vegter Court,
Will Ungert-8319 Vegter Court, F. King-8649 Furhome Avenue.
1) MINUTES:
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN MOROCCO and seconded by Alderman Kerdo, that the
minutes of the May 17, 2004 meeting be approved.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
2) PRESENTATION:
a) Walker Landfill Environmental Assessment - John Fisher
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN MOROCCO and seconded by Alderman Ioannoni that the
Walker Landfill Environmental Assessment presented by John Fisher of Walker Industries be
received and filed.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
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3) REPORTS:
a) MW-2004-96 - Request for removal of Taxi Stands Fallsview Tourist Area
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN W~G and seconded by Alderman Ioannoni that the lights
at Portage Road and Fallsview Boulevard and Dunn Street and Fallsview Boulevard be
synchronize to help alleviate traffic congestion. Also, "no stopping" restrictions be placed near
the intersections of Portage Road and Fallsview Boulevard and Dunn Street and Fallsview
Boulevard.
Motion: Carried
Staffadvised they would initiation timing studies on the lights in the Portage Road and Fallsview
Boulevard intersection. The "No Stopping" by-law being presented at tonight's Council meeting,
once adopted, city crews are ready to post the no stopping signs.
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN IOANNONI and seconded by Alderman Wing that a Taxi
Advisory Committee be formed including taxi owners, BIA's, Licencing & Council
representation.
Motion: Carried
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR SALCI and seconded by Alderman Kerrio that this matter be
deferred.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
b) MW-2004-65 - Kiwanis Bus Bench Program
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN CAMPBELL and seconded by Alderman Morocco that
staff investigate and report on the specific costs of pouring the concrete pads and the number of
benches identified for 2004/2005.
Motion: Carried
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN CAMPBELL and seconded by Alderman Morocco that this
matter be deferred.
Motion: Carded
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
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c) MXV-2004-74 - Victoria/Centre BIA Request to Widen the Sidewalk in front of 5751-
5763 Victoria Avenue.
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR SALC! and seconded by Alderman Kcrrio that;
1) two (2) parking meters located on the northwest side of Victoria Avenue in
front of 5751 - 5763 Victoria Avenue, be removed;
2) the parking meter at the Sauer's Drug Store (5771 Victoria Avenue) be
changed from a two-hour time limit to a 15-minute parking time limit;
3) the sidewalk located on the northwest side of Victoria Avenue in fi.om of 5751
- 5763 Victoria Avenue, be widened, at a cost of approximately $15,000.00;
4) 100% of the cost to widen the sidewalk is to be paid for by thc Victoria /
Centre BIA.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
d) MW-2004-90 - Loader Purchase
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN MOROCCO and seconded by Alderman Diodati that the
City purchase the rental loader at a cost of $153,200.00 plus GST.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
e) MW-2004-91 - Vegter Court Parking Review
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR SALCI and seconded by Alderman Morocco that;
1) a "permit parking" zone be implemented on Vegter Court; and,
2) a stop sign be installed facing eastbound motorists on Vegter Court at the
intersection of Vegter Court and Kalar Road.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
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MW-2004-89 - 2004 Sewer T.V. Inspection Joint Public Private Partnership
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN CAMPBELL and seconded by Alderman Morocco that
the City of Niagara Falls enter into an agreement with Pipeflo Contracting Incorporated for
the provision of contract sewer t.v. inspection services for a total price not to exceed the
budgeted amount for t.v. inspection services of $225,000.00
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
4) PRESENTATION:
a) IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN IOANNONI and seconded by Alderman Wing that
the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act as presented by Ray
Kallio be received and filed.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
5) NEW BUSINESS:
a) IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN WING and seconded by Alderman Morocco that
Rainbow Gardens & Nursery be granted an annual parking exemption for the months of
May and June.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
b) IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN WING and seconded by Alderman Morocco that
staff investigate and report back on road restoration work to be carded out on
Beaverdams Road.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
c) IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN IOANNONI and seconded by Alderman Morocco
that staff contact the Niagara Regional Police to investigate the intersection of Victoria
Avenue and Centre street with regards to traffic flow and safety.
Motion: Carded
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
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d) IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN MOROCCO and seconded by Alderman Ioannoni
that staff investigate and report on the installation of sidewalks on Sinnicks Avenue.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-05-31
6) ADJOURNMENT
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN IOANNONI and seconded by Alderman Kerrio, that the
regular meeting of the Community Services Committee be adjourned at 5:45 p.m.
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June 14, 2004
Alderman Selina Volpatti, Chairman
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2004-46
Dorchester Road Environmental Assessment 0gA) Update
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Committee authorizes staff to file the Environmental Study Report for
the revised recommended prefenred design.
BACKGROUND:
The proposals to construct three lanes with bike lanes on Dorchester Road and in the future, repaint
this cross-section with four lanes was investigated. Presently, the roadway operates as a three-lane
cross-section since through vehicles will pass left-hand turning vehicles on the right. A three-lane
cross-section does not allow sufficient queues to form at the major signalized intersections to allow
the maximum volumes to flow through a green signal. Since the existing road cross-section is
essentially operating as a three-lane cross-section, the present extensive queuing at the traffic lights
and traffic congestion on Domhester Road proves that this alternative will not correct the present
traffic problems. Therefore, a three-lane cross-section cannot be recommended. A three-lane cross-
section was analyzed as an alternative for Public Information Session #2 and is not recommended
since it does not provide an adequate level of service on this roadway.
The evaluation matrix category "user safety - cyclist" was reviewed. The rating for alternative 4, no
on-street bicycle lanes and partial multi-use pathway was rated zero since a partial multi-use pathway
provides no ,safety for recreational cyclists in the sections with no pathway. The cyclist would be
placed at a greater risk in attempting to merge with the traffic at the locations that the multi-use
pathway ended. In addition, cyclists would incur additional risks at driveways and with pedestrians
if the cyclists stayed on the sidewalk where the mull-use pathway was not constructed.
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Mr. John van der Mark P.Eng. was consulted with regards to the various road cross-sections that
were analyzed on Dorchester Road, with and without bike lanes or shared use lanes. Mr. Vander
Mark has been retained by other municipalities and the private sector as a Cycling Specialist to
provide expert opinion on bikeway design.
Mr. Van der Mark has advised us that short sections of bicycle lanes should not be constructed for
safety reasons. Preferably the bicycle lanes on Domhester Road should be continuous from Lundy's
Lane to Thorold Stone Road. Since, bicycle lanes cannot be installed at this time at Lundy's Lane,
Thorold Stone Road and Highway 420 due to property and MTO bridge restrictions, he advised us
against signing and marking short sections of bicycle lanes.
However, as a result of these further discussions, it is recommended that the width of the proposed
two through traffic lanes in each direction be widened from 7.0 m to 7.5 m except at Lundy's Lane,
Thorold Stone Road and Highway 420. Such design can be considered, with proper lane delineation
but without 0.5 m edge lines, as a road design with wide curb lanes that is not ideal but suitable for
experienced cyclists. The road should not be signed as a bicycle route unless further improvements
are being made, specifically in the vicinity of the Highway 420 ramp terminals.
The looping of the roadway from the limit of Morrison Street to the new Dawson Street intersection
has been reviewed and discussed with the affected property owners. Their response is that they are
against any proposal to loop the roadway through their property. As previously advised, the 4/5 lane
preferred design on Dorchester Road and the four lanes on Morrison Street will provide the lane
capacity for the projected future traffic volumes.
Therefore, the recommended preferred design is the 4/5 lane design on Dorchester Road and 4 lanes
on Morrison Street. The recommemnded prefered design be revised to provide two through traffic
lanes in each direction widened to 7.5 m on Dorchester Road except at Lundy's Lane, Thorold Stone
Road and Highway 420. As previously stated, generally the public at Public Information Session #2
and Public Information Session #3 were in favour of this design.
Committee's concurrence with the recommendation would be appreciated
Prepared by: ,,~espectfully submitted:
Bob Darrall, C.E.T.
Project Manager /~' Chief Administrative Officer
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
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June 14, 2004
Alderman Selina Volpatti, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2004-100
Nassau Avenue at Southerland Court
Intersection Control Review
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that a stop sign be installed facing eastbound motorists on Southerland Court
at the intersection of Nassau Avenue and Southerland Court.
BACKGROUND:
In reply to a request, staff has conducted an intersection control review at the intersection of
Nassau Avenue and Southerland Court. The concern at this location stems from motorists on
Southerland Court failing to yield the right-of-way to motorists on Nassau Avenue.
The intersection of Nassau Avenue and Southerland Court is in a "tee" configuration consisting
of north/south and west approaches. The study intersection is currently controlled by the basic
right-of-way rule.
Nassau Avenue is a local residential roadway extending in a north/south direction from Sodom
Road to Lyons Creek Road. The roadway curves twice throughout its length and consists of a
sidewalk and a boulevard on the east side only. In the study area, the roadway is 8.0 metres in
width. On-street parking is available on Nassau Avenue.
Southerland Court is a local cul-de-sac extending from Nassau Avenue to a point 170 metres
southwest. In the study area, Southerland Court is 8.0 metres in width, on-street parking is
available on both sides of the road.
A review of the collision files reveals that there were no collisions reported at the intersection of
Nassau Avenue and Southerland Court during the previous three-year period. Sight
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investigations reveal that, due to the presence of curves on Nassau Avenue, the available
departure sight distance to motorists on Southerland Court, at the intersection of Southerland
Court and Nassau Avenue, is limited. Therefore, to adequately allocate the right-of-way to
motorists traveling at the intersection on Nassau Avenue and Southerland Court, a stop sign is
recommended facing eastbound motorists on Southerland Court.
The Committee's concurrence with the recommendation outlined in this report would be
appreciated.
Karl Dren /Jo]in MacDonald
Manager of Traffic & Parking Services ~Qhief Administrative Officer
Approved by:
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Work
Tim Burshtein
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June 14, 2004
Alderman Selina Volpatti, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Re: MW-2004-111
Renovations to Council Chambers
RECOMMENDATION:
That Committee award tender #09-2004 for the Renovations to Council Chambers, Niagara Falls, City
Hall, to the low bidder Lancing Construction of Hamilton, Ontario for the tender amount of
$49,900.00 for Scheme "A" or $37,712.00 for Scheme "B."
BACKGROUND:
Plans to renovate the Council Chambers millwork were prepared by Cristelli & Associates of Niagara
Falls, Ontario in consultation with City staffand Cogeco Cable. Two layouts, option Scheme "A" and
Scheme "B" are attached.
Scheme "A"as shown on the attached plan includes for a new Mayor's Dais, Aldermen's table and
staff tables. The new Alderman's table for eight Aldermen is split with four Aldermen to the left and
right of the Mayor's Daise. This new layout will eliminate the existing condition where several
Aldermen have their backs to the public seating area. The new Public Podium will be relocated to the
front of the Council Chambers to allow the public better access to address Council during presentations
and deputations. The new podium will also house new audio video equipment along with a work
surface table for presentations on either side of the Podium. The new staff tables for eight staff
members have been priced separately and are shown deleted in Scheme "B." The attached plan for
Scheme "B" shows the new millwork coloured blue.
Included in the new millwork renovations is a location for nine flat panel screen monitors for the
Aldermen's and Mayor's areas only. These flat panels will be used to project PowerPoint, video or
DVD presentations. For the public seating area, we are proposing to install a 27" TV monitor. This
monitor will also project PowerPoint, video or DVD presentations and could also be used to broadcast
the Cogeco signal to the audience. The cost to upgrade the audio and video equipment is estimated
to be $17,000.
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Tender results for #09-2001 were as follows:
Option "A" Option "B"
Lancing Construction
Hamilton $49,990 $37,712
Draftcon Construction Ltd.
Niagara Falls $58,217 $49,217
Aldor Building Ltd.
Thorold $83,995 $40,660
Bids received from two contractors did not provide the proper bid security and were therefore returned
to the contractors.
The 2004 Operating Budget includes $45,000 in account number 11-3-372030-080005 for Council
Chamber Renovations.
Option "A" Plus New A/V Equipment $66,990
Option "B" Plus New A/V Equipment $54,712
Funding for the remaining portion of the project will be funded from the City Hall reserve account.
Committee's approval of one of the schemes would be appreciated.
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Manager of Building Services (,// Chief Administrative Officer
Ed Dujtovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
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Municipal Works Ed Dujlovic
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Director
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June 14, 2004
Alderman Selina Volpatti, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2004-106
Proposed Land Exchange/Purchase
Gordon Wright Electric - 6260 Don Murie St.
RECOMMENDATION:
1. That part of Block "A," Plan M 67, located on the north side of Chippawa Parkway and
the south side of lands owned by George Gordon Wright Jr. and Shirley Anne Wright,
shown as Part 1 on the attached Schedule "A" (herein described as the "subject lands") be
declared surplus; and,
2 That a land exchange be authorized as follows:
(a) That the "subject lands" be transferred to Gordon Wright Jr. and Shirley Anne
Wright, for fair market value and in accordance with the City's policy regarding
the payment of costs associated with the transfer; and,
(b) That land required for the construction of a cul-de-sac at the westerly terminus of
Don Murie Street shown as Part 2 on the attached Schedule "A" be acquired by
the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls from George Gordon Wright Jr. and
Shirley Anne Wright, for fair market value and in accordance with the City's
policy regarding the payment of costs associated with the transfer.
BACKGROUND:
Gordon Wright Electric Ltd. has submitted a letter, dated April 27, 2004 expressing their interest in
acquiring a portion of Block "A" Plan M 67 for the purposes of their proposed expansion. A
description of these lands, (which are currently owned by the City and the subject of report MW-
2004-97) are shown graphically as Part 1 on Schedule "A" attached to this report.
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During staffs review of this proposal it was identified that the City required approximately 98m2 of
the proponent's property adjacent to the Don Murie Street road allowance for the purposes of
constructing a proper size cul-de-sac. This portion of Don Murie Street is currently a long dead end
and transport/delivery vehicles entering this section are forced to turn around using the private
entrances situated at the westerly limit. The cul-de-sac lands are shown as Part 2 on Schedule "A"
and a preliminary design sketch, shown as Schedule "B" is provided for your reference.
The proponents, Gordon Wright Electric Ltd. is amenable to this land exchange arrangement and has
been actively encouraging the City to address the cul-de-sac matter for quite some time. Stanley
Avenue Business Park Association has formally requested the City to construct a cul de sac at the
end ofDon Murie. The proponent's proposed expansion tentatively scheduled for later this Fall, will
be subject to a new site plan agreement and, in order for them to initiate this process, they are
requesting that the City consider the proposed land exchange/purchase prior to commencing their
design.
It should be noted that a 3m road widening and a 0.3m reserve will be deducted along the entire
length of the Part 1 lands to satisfy the road allowance width requirements specified in the City's
Official Plan and to preclude access to and from Chippawa Parkway.
Prepared by: I Respectfully submitted:
Manager of Development 7Chief Administrative Officer
Approve~y:
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
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TELEPHONE: 905-356-5730 FAX.: 905-356-4533
April27,2004.
Your Worship Mayor Ted Salci,
& Members of Council,
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
NIAGARA FALLS, ON L2E 6X$
i~E: Expression of Interest to Purchase a portion of Re~stered Plan M-67 Block A
Dear Mayor Salci & Members of Council:
Gordon Wright Electric is interested in purchasing a portion of Block A, RP M-67 which
is immediately behind our property, Lot 25 in order to accommodate our expansion plans.
Our family operated business has been located in the Stanley Avenue Bus'mess Park since
1984; at which time we were prohibited to purchase Block A. In light of the recent real
estate transaction that the City is now entering with the developers of the proposed golf
course adjacent to our property our company is interested in purchasing a portion of
Block A.
For years, in face when we purchased our lot in the Industrial Park we were told that Don
Mufie would extend into the next portion of the park. With years passing and this portion
of the park not extending we have put forth the request to the City to construce a track
turn-around/col'de sac at the west end of Don Murie Street. Tracks for years have used
our driveway or our fi'ont lawn to turn around. The Stanley Avenue Business Park
Association has supported this proposal and I have attached a copy of this letter for your
review.
In support of the truck mm-around I have met with City Staffto discuss possible designs
which are feasible considering the soil conditions of the area. The preferred design would
requke the City to acquire a portion of our fi-ontage and west-side yard to accomplish this
col'de sac at the end of Don Murie Street.
To meet our growing business demands we are anxious to move forward with our
expansion plans this summer. I am proposing to accommodate both the cul'de sac
construction and our expansion plans by expressing our interest in a land trade in which
the City will acquke a portion of our property, then in mru Gordon Wright Electric will
acquire ownership of the portion of Block A in RP M-67 immediately south of our current
property.
DESIGN AND INSTALLA T/ON OF ELEC Tt~IGAL-MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
We would appreciate your support to begin this process with the City in order to meet our
construction plans for this summer.
Sincerely,
Scott Wrig~, P. Eng.
President and General Manager.
c.c. lohn MacDonald, Chief Administrative Officer
Ray Kallio, City Solicitor
City's Development Review Team
6280 DON MURIE STREET, NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO LRE 8X8
T£L£PHONE: 905-356-5730 FAX: 905-356-4588
June 2, 2004
Your Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of Council,
The City of Niagara Falls,
4310 Queen Street, P.O. Box 1023,
NIAGARA FALLS, Ontario. L2E 6X5.
REFERENCE: Expression of Interest to Purchase a Portion of
Registered Plan M-67 Block A
Further to my letter dated April 27, 2004, I would like to confirm that Gordon
Wright Electric Ltd. will pay to have a survey/reference plan and a land appraisal
performed on the portion of Block A in RP M-67 immediately south of our current
property.
Please contact me if you require any further information.
Yours truly,
GORDON WRIGHT ELECTRIC LTD.
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Presidem and General Manager
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Community Services Department MW-2004-97
· ~1~ Municipal Works Ed Dujlovic
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Niagara I-ails yj ~ P.O. Box 1023 Director
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June 14, 2004
Alderman Selina Volpatti, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2004-97
Disposal of Surplus Lands - Chippawa Parkway
Part Block "A" - Plan M 67
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City of Niagara Falls declare Part Block "A" Plan M 67 as surplus
lands and further that staff be authorized to enter into negotiations with the adjacent landowners
(if interested) for the sale of these lands subject to any easements, exchanges, setbacks or access
constraints that may apply on an individual basis.
BACKGROUND:
Recently, City Council has agreed to sell city-owned lands within the Stanley Avenue Business Park
to private interests. These lands were under utilized and unserviced and included an approximate
100' wide buffer strip (referred to in this report as Block "A") which bordered the northerly limit of
the Chippawa Parkway across the entire frontage. These lands were included in the purchase because
they do not extend continuously along Chippawa Parkway and, based on an internal staff review,
exceed the amount of land that may be required in the foreseeable future for municipal purposes such
as road widenings, trails or public amenity areas.
Staff has now received a second request from Gordon Wright Electric Ltd. to consider the sale of a
portion of these lands which can then be used to accommodate their plans for a minor expansion of
their operation. The details of this request are outlined in report (MW-2004-106).
In anticipation of future interest in these lands from other adjacent property owners, staff is
recommending that the City declare these lands as surplus and seek authorization to enter into
negotiations with any interested parties in order to expedite the process.
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Although the entire strip is being deemed surplus it is still our intention to retain any portion of the
lands that will be required to satisfy the City's Zoning By-law and Official Plan requirements for
desired road widths and will include a 1' (0.3m) reserve to preclude any access to Chippawa Parkway
from the industrial property.
The terms and conditions of any sale will be brought to City Council for endorsement and the current
policy with respect to the disposal of public lands (i.e., appraisals, reference plans, etc. ) will continue
to apply.
Attached is a sketch showing the approximate limits of the subject property.
Prepared by: /-xRespectfully submitted: ,~
GeoffHolman [ jlohn MacDonald
Manager of Development ~/Chief Administrative Officer
Approved b~
Director of Municipal Works
Attach:
S:\REPORTS~004 Reports\MW-2004-97 - Disposal of Surplus Lands - Block A Report.wpd
DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS LANDS ~c,~o, ~.
Niagara Fall8 JJ~,~l~
BLOCK "A" P~ M-67 ~~
PROGRESS ST
- Block
WELLAND RIVER
Lands conveyed to Fallsview Golf Inc.
Proposed Surplus Lands
Community Services Department R-2004-39
[ ..... ~ Parks, Recreation & Culture Adele Ken
ne ~IW o., ~'~1~, 4310 Queen Street
Niogoro ~-olls ~j~,~ P.O. Box 1023 Director
CQnQdQ~ ~~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
~~ web site: www.city, niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-7404
E-mail: akon@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
June 14, 2004
Alderman Selina Volpatti, Chairperson
and Members of Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: R-2004-39 Proposed Bike Lanes Along River Road
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council support the removal of existing "No Parking Except by Permit Zone" signs and
placement of painted bike lanes along River Road from Hiram Street north to the Leader Lane area.
Furthermore, that a copy of this report be sent to the Niagara Parks Commission for their approval.
BACKGROUND:
There have been concerns raised in the past over people bicycling along the east sidewalk along
River Road and conflicting with pedestrians. Along this stretch of River Road, much of the sidewalk
is narrow and raised from the road surface. Although River Road falls within the jurisdiction of the
Niagara Parks Commission, the City does carry out maintenance of the road. The issue concerning
the conflicts between cyclists and pedestrians has been brought to the attention of the City's Trails
& Bikeway Committee, the Niagara Parks Commission and the Niagara Falls Bed & Breakfast
Association. A map is attached showing the subject area and the results of the discussion with the
various groups are highlighted as follows:
Trails & Bikeway Committee
The Trails & Bikeway Master Plan, which was prepared in 1996, identifies this section of River
Road as a future study area. The reason for this relates to the lack of accommodation for cyclists and
the narrow roadway width in the vicinity of the Niagara Spanish Aero Car and the Rainbow Bridge.
The issue of conflicts between cyclists and pedestrians along the easterly sidewalk was brought to
the Committee's attention last year. Based on the width of River Road (36 feet) and the need to
improve safety, they supported the implementation of bike lanes. The Committee also recognized
the need for input from the local Bed & Breakfast Association.
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Niagara Falls Bed & Breakfast Association
Contact was made with Joarme van Kleef of the Niagara Falls Bed & Breakfast Association
regarding the possible removal of parking and placement of bike lanes along River Road. The
Association recognized that with the current parking being allowed, there was difficulty with street
cleaning and litter. They felt that the removal of parking and implementation of bike lanes would
create a more aesthetically pleasing street. Contact has also been made with a representative of the
Bed & Breakfast Association, Niagara Falls. Staff were advised that they also support the removal
of parking along River Road and placement of bike lanes.
Niagara Parks Commission
There have been discussions with the Niagara Parks Commission staff regarding this matter and they
have advised that sufficient room exists along River Road for painted bike lanes with the removal
of parking. If City Council is in support of the implementation of bike lanes, it is recommended that
this report be provided to the Niagara Parks Commission for approval.
Conclusion
The removal of parking and placement of bike lanes will reduce conflicts between cyclists and
pedestrians along the easterly sidewalk of River Road. There is support for the implementation of
bike lanes by the Trails & Bikeway Committee and the Niagara Falls Bed & Breakfast Association
and sufficient width exists along the road with the removal of parking. Approval of the
recommendation of the report would be appreciated.
Prepared by: Respectfully submitted:
Bob Bolibmck John MacDo
Manager of Community Development ministrative Officer
& Landscape Design
Adele Kon
Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture
BB/das
Attachment
S:\Council\Council 2004hR-2004-39 - Proposed Bikelanes Along River Road.wpd
i~¢~ -- ~'~ ~~/ / / River Road be~een Hiram Street
..... ~~~~/ ] ~ and Leader Lane ~ea
2~~~y~%,,'~ ~ / ~ Existing "No Parking
~~~, Exce~tby Perm~Zone:
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~ T~FFIC & PAmNG SERVICES
Proposed Bike Lanes on
River Road
NORTH
NOT TO SC~E June 14, 2004 Bob Bolib~ck
Community Services Department R-2004-41
· Parks, Recreation & Culture
The City of ~&~ Adele Eon
..... Ii ~ , 4310 Queen Street Director
r~,agara I-ailS
~ Y~ ~11~ P.O. Box 1023
L. orla~~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
~-~ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-7404
E-maih akon@city, niagarafalls.on.ca
June 14, 2004
Alderman Selina Volpatti and
Members of Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: R-2004-41 Request for Financial Assistance
Niagara Falls U12 Boys Soccer Team
RECOMMENDATION:
That the request for funding be denied.
BACKGROUND:
Mayor and Council have received a letter fi.om John Rizzo (attached) requesting funding assistance
for the Under 12 Boys Soccer Team to participate in the Ontario Cup Soccer Tournament in Thunder
Bay this past weekend (June 12 and 13, 2004). The Club has received subsidy from the Ontario
Soccer Association, financial support fi'om the Boys Soccer Club and carded out a number of
fundraising activities.
Mr. Rizzo made an inquiry into the funding availability through the Recreation Committee and
specifically the Policy which provides Financial As sistance for the Provincial, National, International
Competitions. The Policy does provide funding for youth sports teams who participate in
competitions that have resulted from a culmination of sanctioned competitions at a local, regional
or provincial level. The Policy states that participation in an invitational type competition is not
eligible for funding. Since this funding request is for an invitational tournament, it does not meet
with the Recreation Committee's funding policy.
The current budget for the Provincial, National, International Competitions is $1,500. In the past,
the Recreation Committee has assisted a number of individuals and sports teams who have satisfied
the Policy by generally covering the registration costs.
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Prepared by: ~ectfully submitted:
Bob Bolibruck ///John MacDonald
Manager o f Community Development y Chief Administrative Officer
& Landscape Design
Recommended by: ~
Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture
BB/das
Attachment
S:\Council\Council 2004~R-2004~41 - Request For financial Assistance.wpd
~-~m~. F~LLS
John Bt~zo
7721 Windfield Street
Niagara Fails, Ontario
L21~ 2X4
905-358-6953
.lune 4, 2004
VIA FACSIMILE 905-356-9083
· Mayor Ted Salei
and Members of City Cotm¢il
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, Ont~a-io
L2E 6X5 ~
Dear Mayor Salei: ~
l~iaaueial Support
Niagara Falls U12 Boys ,Soccer Te~m
Further to my recent telephone conversation with Ms, Dolores Shwedyk of your Parks, Recreation
and Culture Depar'maent, our Niagara Falls Under 12 Ehte Boys Soccer team will be participating in
this year's Ontario Cup on June 12 and 13 in Thunder Bay and are loolrlng for your support. I am
sure that you can appreciate the financial burden associated with a ixip of this magnitude.' Even
though we ~:eco~ni~ed upon entering this year's competition that the possibility of drawing Thunder
Bay did exist, we overlooked the financial implication that we must now bear.
The Ontario Soccer Association provides subsidy for air travel (60%) as well as a fixed fee for
accommodations ($150 maximum) and ground transpor~ ($200 maximum) for teams entered in the
competition that are travelling more than 1000 kilometres. Furthermore, the Niagara Falls Soccer
Club has also generously provided financial support in the amount of $1,000.00. In addition, we
have carried out a number of fundraising activities (i.e. BBQ, raffle, etc.) in an effort to off-set some
of the expenses. Althoagh we are well under,ray in our fundraising endeavours, we project a
shortfall given the tight time line prior to the competition. Additional support is required if we are
to meet our financial commitment.
I understand that the ~City of Niagara Falls, through its Community Services Department, has
provided financial .support in the past for sports teams/athletes participating at
provincial/natiunal/international competitions. The Ontario Cup competition would appear to meet
the requirements for this [funding. However, according to Ms. Shwedyk, the criterion set out by the
Community Services Del~nent for such funding is based on having q~,~lited for the competition.
Mayor Ted Salci and
Members o£ City Council
Niagara Falls U12 Boys Soccer Team
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Un.fortunately the Ontario Cup is open to all competitive teams, It is however the largest
competition of its kind/niCanacla and is one of the oldest spotting events in Canada, first staged in
1901 and operated cunt/nunusly since that date (with the exception of World War 2). In 2002, the
Ontario Cup involved more than 12.000 athletes from around the province - Windsor to Thunder
Bay, Ottawa to Niagara Falls. Notwithstanding thc technical interpretation of thc funding criteria,
we respectfully request! that you consider making an cxceptiun in this special case to support this
team of young ambassadors for the City of Niagara Fells in our efforts to lessen the financial burden
of our Ontario Cup tournament round in Thunder Bay.
Yours truly,
Coach U12 Boys