Minutes1961(B)FIRST MEETING~
Council Chamber,
3rd, January, 1961.
INAUGURAL ~[EETING
In accordance with the provisions of The Municipal Act, the Council met at
11.00 o'clock with all Members present. The Council included His Worship Mayor
Franklin J. Miller, and Aldermen Faho Martin, George Martin, Ian McCallum, Arthur J.
McKinley, Harold C. Morton, James G. White and Church G, Swayze.
The Statutory Declarations of Office and Qualifications were filed with the
Clerk when the Oaths of Office had been taken by Magistrate Johnstone L. Roberrs,
It was then ordered on the motion of Alderman White and Alderman Morton that
a vote of thanks be extended to Magistrate Roberts by His Worship Mayor Miller.
~arr~ p~ap~m~.slY.
After this, the Council was duly organized and open for the transaction of
general business..
Following the Invocation, it was ordered on the motion of Alderman Faho
Martin and Alderman George Martin that Reverend William McKeo~n, the Officiating
Clergyman, be thanked for his service at the meeting.
~a__rF_i_ed~ ~U_nAn~im~ous_ll.
His Worship~ Mayor Miller then delivered his Inaugural Address.
Following the Mayor's Inaugural Address it was ordered on the motion of
Alderman McKinley and Alderman McCallum that the.Mayor's Inaugural Address be spread
on the minutes. Carried Unanimousl~y_~.
INAUGURAL ADDRESS
To the Citizens of Niagara Falls:
Befofe'I begin this, my Third Inaugural Address, I would first like to take
this opportunity to say how happy my family and I are in being honoured in this my
second c~nsecutive acclamation. I am most grateful to you, the citizens of Niagara
Falls. I will continue to carry on the duties as your Mayor with all the dignity
expected of the Mayor's Office, as I have tried to do in the past two years. I will
continue to serve you to the best of my ability, irrespective of your race, colour,
creed or of your political party affiliations, and will continue to share the honours
with my fellow members of council as much as possible.
The year 1961 begins with the re-election of three Aldermen and one new Member.
To Alderman McCallum, Alderman George Martin and Alderman White, I extend my congratulations
on your victory. I would also like to extend to our new Member of Council, Faho Martin,
my congratulations on hie splendid run in this his first and successful attempt for a
sea~ on Council.
To Alderman ~cKinley, Alderman Morton and Alderman Swayze, you have another
~ear to serve andWill a~ree, I am sure~ that along with the other Members of Council,
the affairs of this municipality will continue to be administered in a sincere and
honest manner.
To Mr. Clifford Gregory, I would like to extend my thanks for the work ~nd
aupport he gave to Council durinS my two years as Mayor.
During the past year, we lost a great and valuable resident of the cormnunity
in the person of the late William L. Houck, who served as Mayor, provincial Member and
as our Representativein the Federal House. His passing is deeply regretted.
At this time, I would like to extend to Miss Judy LaMarsh, M.~., and Mr.
George Bukator, M.L.A., our very best wishes for continued good health, with the sincere
hope that co-operation, as has been given in the past, will continue in the best
interests of the City of Niagara Falls.
We are most grateful to the Federal Government for completing the new
Unemployment Office which is now occupied and in'a more central location to serve the
people of the Greater Niagara Area. At this point, it would seem opportune to indicate
my desire to co-operate with our Federal Member in urging the Federal Government to
institute prompt action with reference to the new Post Office at the North End of the
City and also one at the South End in order to serve the people in this area and the
people in this section of the Township of Stamford.
It is my pleasure to welcome at this time, all public officials, the
appointed representatives and the citizens gathered here this morning at our 1961
Inaugural Meeting and to extend to the Hospital Board, Hydro Commission, Police
Commission, Library Board, Board of Health, Chamber of Commerce, Niagara Development
Committee, and to any other group that I may have missed, my wishes for a Happy and
prosperous New Year, with the request for continuance of the co-operation you have given
to this Council in the past years.
Thanks should also be extended to Mr. W. S. Orr, O.B.E., City Manager;
Mr. Clancy Patton, City Clerk; Mr. Stan Price, City Engineer; Mr. Harold Dick.on,
Treasurer; Mr. Ralph Zimmerman, Assessor; Miss Maude Henderson, Tax Collector; The
City Hall Staff, the heads of Departments, and to all employees, for their co-operation
with Council in the past and I feel confident that the friendly relationship will
continue. I am sure the Aldermen will agree that this friendly relationship and. co-
operation is most helpful in administering the affairs of the City.
I would like to extend my thanks to Chief Cecil Pay and the personnel of
the Police Department, also to congratulate the Department for the splendid work they
did in 1960 in solving many serious crimes and the arrest of dangerous criminals.
To Deputy Chief ByeS,, we pray for a speedy recovery and trust that you will soon be
back on the job.
I would liketo thank Chief William Wade and the personnel of the Fire
Department for the splendid work done during 1960, and'to the many men.of the Department,
my thanks for giving of their time in the teaching of Fire Prevention to the public
and for giving lectures at the Public and Separate Schools.
My thanks to Local 133 and to any other branch of the municipality that I
may have omitted, for the protection and services the citizens have received in the
past, and my congratulations go out also to all citizens and places of business for
their continued confidence in the City of Niagara Falls. As I have stated on many
occasions, I feel that there will be a tremendous change for the better in the next
ten years in this area. I refer to the Global Centre, the New Shopping Centre and the
possible amalgamation. These subjects will be dealt with more thoroughly further in my
address, I feel that in 1960, the City of Niagara Falls' and the Greater Niagara Area
have received more faycurable publicity than ever before. I refer to the visit of
Betsy Palmet this last summer from the Panel of the T.V. Show, "I've Cot a Secret".
The name of the City of Niagara Falls was mentioned three Wednesdays in a row ~n this
programme and would be heard by a minimum of 90,000,000 people, plus the film sLotaliGn
Niagara" which was seen by approximately 5,000,000 people.
Speaking of faycurable publicity, here again I would like to draw to your
attention that the year 1960 has been one of the most productive years of industrial
growth. The Greater Niagara Industrial Committee Report shows that we have had in the
areas six new industries and eight mJor expansion programs. This could be the
beginning of a great industrial expansion in the area. The amalgamation with Stamford
and possible annexation of that part of Thorold Township, 8lying the Welland Ship Canal
as one boundary line, could make us a great industrial centre. I would like to con-
graLulate and to than~ the Greater Niagara Industrial Committee for a most successful
year.
This year four employees, Miss Gertrude Matthews, Miss Margaret' Malleli,
Mr. Charles Wray and SetScant Farquhat Chisholm received pins for twenty-~ive years'
service. My only regret is that the unfortunate demise of Miss Blanche Tilton
eliminated one of those who. would have received a twenty-five year pin. I am q~ite
happly to say that I played a part in making these pins possible.' This brings to a ,
total o~ twenty-six employees who have received their pins in the last three,y.eSrs.
I would like to congratulate these several men and ladies for their many
years of faithfulness to the City of Niagara Falls, to the taxpayers and to the
citizens as a whole.
Two years ago, I mentioned serious financial problems ahead, one of which
was the possibility of having to go into a public transportation system for the area,
This last year, such a transportation system was put into effect and a Commission
set up, comprising six members - three members from Stamford Township and three members
from Niagara Falls, The three from Stamford are Mr. j, McKenzie, Mr. E. Dayyes and
Reeve E. E. Mit~helson; the three from Niagara Falls are Mr. J, Meats, Mr. G. Mowers
and myself.
As you will recall, the Commission started operation on October 15th, ~960,
and I am happy to say that the operation is much better than expected for the starting
period, In the month of October, 1960, passengers carried were 98,870; for the month
of November, 108,184, or an increase in November over October Of 9.42 percent. The
increase in passengers carried in the first half of December over the first half of
November was 27.10 percent. We are losing in excess of $300. per week on the bus
servicing the hospital', but still hope the public will eventually use this service.
I would like to thank the public for their patronage and would hope the use of the
bus system will increase. I would particularly like to thank the staff and bus
drivers for their courteous service and interest in the system.
Last year, in my Inaugural Address, I made certain proposals regarding better
lighting on our main thoroughfares. I am happy to be able to say that Lundy's Lane,
from Drun-mond Road to Main Street has been completed with fluore,cent lighting on one
side; North Main Street has been completed to North Street; Victoria Avenue, at the
Centre, has been practically completed from Ferry Street to approximately Walnut Street;
Victoria Avenue should be completed this year from Walnut Street to the Queen Elizabeth
Way. Both sides of Main Street should be completed this year, also gerry Street, just
as soon as the Engineering Department have decided ~n the new width of the street so
that Hydro can place their concrete poles. The Hydro Commission has dQne a great
amount of work this year in the burying of high tension cables. When this programme
is completed, all of the wooden poles and overhead wires will be removed from our
main streets.
Repeating my remarks from last year's address, I would again like to bring
to the attention of Council the possibility of developing free parking areas at the
south, centre and north end of our business sections in order to protect our merchants
against the keen competition they are receiving from outside areas.
I would also like to thank Mr. John Bruno of Canadian Beauty Spectaculars
Limited for bringing his Beauty pageant to Niagara Palls last year and for his decision
to make this the Pageant's Permanent Home. I am satisfied that this Pageant has also
helped in publicizing, the Greater Niagara Area.
In the current Budget of 1960, we had to raise $656,839.67 for Debenture
Payments, In 1~61, we will have to raise $680,755.23, or an increase of $23,915.56.
The General Services provided by the City were carried on throughout the
year and considerable construction workwas undertaken. The pavement resurfacing program
in 1960, cost approximately $90,000.00, of which the City share was $60,000.00. The
program included work on First Avenue, Armoury Street, McRae Street, Welland Avenue,
Second Avenue~ Erie Avenue, St. Lawrence Avenue, Q~een street and Eastwood Crescent.
The pavement on Eastwood Crescent was widened from 20 feet to 28 feet. This meant that
new sidewalks had to be laid on both sides of the street. In addition' to the resurfacing
program, the pavement on Bridge Street fromRiver Road to Victoria AVenue, which was
partly rebuilt in 1959, was completed in 1960 at a cost of $52,000.00. This work
necessitated the installation of a new water main and gas main on River Road at the
Whirlpool Bridge and lowering the road surface about 18 inches to provide clearance on
the westerly lane under the Bridge.
pa'vements under the Local Improvement Act were laid on Stamford Street from
MacDonald Avenue to Detroit Avenue at a cost of $4,680.00 and on Sixth Avenue~ between
Valley Way and Jepson Street, at a cost of $6,480.00,
The 1959-1960 work incentive program included c~nstruction of sewers and
watermains. The watermains constructed were:
1. A 6" main on Sixth Avenue from Jepson to Rosedale
2. A 6" main on Hiram Street from Ontario to Falls Avenue
3. A 6" main on Third Avenue from Jepson St. to McRae St.
4. A 6" main on Second Avenue from Robert to Kitchaser St.
TOTAL
The Sewers constructed were:
1. Second Avenue - Valley Way to McRae 24" and 27"
2. Stamford Street -Slater Ave. to MacDonald Ave.
3. Ellis Lane - Ellis St. to 200 feet south
4. Bucklay Avenue - Huron to Mort|son St. 27"
5. Morrison Street - Bucklay to St. Lawrence 21"
6. St.Lawrence Avenue - Morrison to Simcoe - 15" & lay
$ 3,200.00
$ 6,700.00
$ 7,250.00
$2,570.00
$19,720.00
$33,000.00
$13,000.00
$ 2,140.00
$ 7,800.00
$ 7,200.00
$12,000.00
TOTAL $75,140.00
Unfortunately, it was not possible to complete the Second Avenue and
Mort|son Street and St. Lawrence Avenue sewers before May 31st, 1960. The works
were completed after that. date without subsidy for labour costs.
In order to provide the necessary water pressure at the intersection of
Stanley Avenue and Mort|son Street, it was necessary to construct a new 18-inch
main on Stanley Avenue from North Street to Morrison Street at an estimated cost
of $95,000.00. We only had about two days of heavy water consumption after the
completion of ibm main, but it is estimated water pressures at Stanley and Morrison
will be increased about 15 lbs. which will be a help in future years.
As you will recall, the early surmner months were cool and wet. As a
result, the total amount of water delivered by the Filtration Plant in 1960 was
approximately 80 million gallons less than delivered in 1959. The revenue in 1960
is therefore approximately $25,000.O0 less than the revenue in 1959.
In 1960, the sum of $100,000.00 was advanced to the Board of Education
for the Panevat|on of Public Schools and the Collegiate-Vocational Institute. This
was in line with the policy of previous years in order that the Board could bring
the buildings up to modern standards,
As 'previously mentioned, there are many major problems to be dealt with by
City Council during the year 1961.
The development of the Global Centre, in the area east of'the New York
Central tracks and between Robinson Street and Murray Street, will be one of the
most ambitious programs for the development of the area ever undertaken by private
enterprise. The preliminary plans submitted indicate the construction of facilities
that will result in a tremendous attraction for visitors to the area and should result
in a large increase in visitor-days per. annum. The development is built around
facilities to advance the knowledge of all visitors respecting the natural resources
and industrial accomplishments of nations on the western hemisphere.
As soon as detail plans have advanced sufficiently, it will be' necessary
for the City of Niagara Falls to prepare a program of works that will' provide the
services necessary to serve such a development. Sanitary and stormwater sewers,
water mains, access roads, more adequate road crossing of the tracks at Robinson
Street, would have to be considered. It is possible Murray Rill pavement would
have to be widened and it would appear desirable to secure ~n access road through
to Clifton Rill.' Although development of the Global Centre on the scale contemplated
at present would force the City of Niagara Falls into a heavy construction program,
the additional tax revenue would quickly return the coats of construction and aid
the economy of the City in the future.
As you are aware, it has been suggested that a modern shopping plaza will
be established in the area bounded by Victoria Avenue, Centre Street, Lewis Avenue
and Walnut Street. Such a development would mean the demolition of many conuercial
properties'and residences. The majority of the population displaced would probably
move out of the City proper and settle in the urban area adjacent to the City.
· Construction of the proposed buildings and development of the area will pose problems
for the City of Niagara Falls. In order to accommodate the traffic in the area, it
will be necessary to provide for widening Victoria Avenue, Centre Street~ Lewis Avenue
and Walnut Street. The land required for widening will probably be made available by
the promoters of the development. The existing services in the area are not adequate
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~!to provide adequate facilities. Water mains would have to be enlarged and sanitary
~and stormwater sewers would have to be enlarged, Sewers built even within the past
~three years would be too small because the impervious surface will be greatly increased
~ so additional storm water sewers will be a necessity. The development of the proposed
?shopping plaza will undoubtedly result in increased tax revenue to help finance the new
lservices required and will continue long after such services are paid for. The
construction of the shopping plaza would, of course, affect the other commercial areas
<in the area, especially those in Niagara Falls, and the overall commercial tax revenue
might not be materially increased.
The most important business to be considered by a council of the City of
. Niagara Falls in'many years will have to be dealt with by the 1961 Council, The
~proposed merger of Niagara Falls and Stamford and annexation of parts of Niagara
'Township, Town of Thorold, Township of Thorold, ~ownship of Willoughby, Township of
~ Crowland, and all of the Village of Chippmqa, will have to be approved by the Councils
of Niagara Falls and Stamford, and, if approved, all the necessary steps taken to
j secure adequate legal staff, accountants and consulting engineers required to prepare
'the case to be presented to the Ontario Municipal Board. The decision of the Ontario
Municipal Board with respect to the application will affect the area for a period of
approximately twenty-five years. Therefore, if an application for amalgamation and
annexation is approved and filed with the Board, no effort should be spared to prepare
!' the best case possible. The merger committee has spent a great deal of time stpdying
~ this subject, but if an application is made, their efforts will have to beintensified
! and they will require whole-hearted support of all members of the Councils of Niagara
j Falls and Stamford.
4 For a number of years, Niagara Falls has considered the construction of a
} sewage treatment plant. It is realized that the cost of such a plant is large, caused
to a certain extent by the necessity of collecting the sewage from four outlets into
the Niagara River and delivering the s~age to a treatment plant. Although many sites
i for a treatment plant have been considered, it n~ appears probably that arrangements
can be made to utilize an area of 19 acres purchased by the Township of Stamford from
~ the Hydro-Electric Power Commission of Ontario for the construction of a plant that
'~ would serve most of the City of Niagara Falls and the portion of the Township of
Stamford north of Lundy's Lane. Such a plant would eventually serve a population of
~ approximately 60,000. persons, The site suggested is east of Stanley Avenue and north
of the Hydro Canal.
~ Recently, the Federal Government has undertaken to aid municipalities for
expenditures on purification works up to March 31st, 1963. The aid will be the
equivalent of about 16.5 percent of the amount spent up to that time. It would
therefore appear that the City of Niagara Falls should take advantage of the Federal
..] aid and proceed as rapidly as possible With construction of a primary treatment plant.
For a number of years, the City of Niagara Falls has carried on negotiations
with the Hydro-Electric Power Con~nission of Ontario to secure an area suitable for
the land-fill, dethod of disposing of garbage and rubbish. JUst recently, a lease has
been arranged for approximately 65 acres of land north of Mountain Road and just east
of Mont+0se Road produced north of'the Mountain Road. The lease is for a period of
25 years, but the area should serve the City many more years. Although the area is
about four miles from the north end of the City, it will provide adequate facilities
for the City with little danger of causing any nuisance when operations are in progress,
We are very fortunate in having puch a large area available within a reasonable distance
from the area to be served.
Plans and estimates have been prepared for the proposed bridge on Victoria
Avenue over the Canadian National tracks. These plans will be presented to Council
for consideration in the immediate future and, if approved, an application will be
made to the Board of Transport Commissioners for permission to proceed with construction.
h The Board will of course determine the portion of the cost' to be paid from the Grade
Crossing FUnd,'by the CanAdian National' Railway and the City of Niagara Falls, The
City will then have to approach the Department of Highways of Ontario respecting the
portion of the City cost that will be subject to Provincial Subsidy. The most serious
pr0blem that Councilmust decide will be whether the expenditure estimated as the cost
of providing a detour at the site of the work is justified.
During 1961, the Council will have to decide whether it is advisable to
proceed in~nediately with the widening of Ferry Street ~nd ~esurfacing the existing
surface. The existing pavement varies from a width' of 37 feet to a width of 4~ feet,
It is proposed to widen the road surface to 48 f~et with provision for a nine-foot
sidewalk on each side of the street when such a width is required. Certain sections
of the street would not require the nine-foot sidewalk iuxnediately.
The widening of Ferry Street pavement would permit the new street
lighting system on the street to be installed as the work was proceeded with.
You will recall that in the spring of 1960, the Niagara Parks Commission
requested the City of Niagara Falls to participate in the cost of resurfacing the
pavement on'River Road. The estimated cost of the work is approximately $30,000.
There can be little question about the desirability of the work being undertaken
as soon as possible, but Council will have to study what effect the construction
of a sewage interceptor will have on such work. It'may be necessary to defer such
construction until the sewage interceptor has been consiructed.~
During 1960, the Traffic Committee spent many hours revising the traffic
by-laws of the City of Niagara Falls. Considerable field work was carried out by
Sergeant D. Cathem~ood and Mr, A. Strange of the Engineering Department, but
considerable work must be carried out in 1961 by the Traffic Committee in order to
finish the revision of the by-laws.
During the past year, a study was commenced with respect to urban re-
development. It was apparent that in order to prepare a satisfactory report on
re-development, it would be necessary to make a comprehensive traffic study of
the area. A Technical Committee has been selected to work with the Department of
Highways and information respecting the costs of both the traffic survey and urban
redevelopment survey will be submitted to the municipalities of Chippawa~ Stamford
and Niagara Falls for consideration as soon as convenient.
It is anticipated that the Board of Education will approach City Council
early in the new year to discuss capital expenditures necessary for the renovation
of Public Schools and the Collegiate-Vocational Institute.
Tenders are being called for a new pumper for the Fire Department to
replace the Bickle-Seagrave Unit presently in use at the Queen Street Firehall.
Council will have to select the unit best suited for use in Niagara Falls.
The most important matter for every Council to study is the matter of
finances. The tendency in recent years is for an annual increase in the tax rate
forced by the increasing cost of services and the static condition of municipal
revenues, other than taxation on rateable property. The only hope of Council to
maintain a. reasonable mill rate is to maintain a strict control over expenditures
for capital works. Without adversely affecting the municipal services, capital
expenditures should be delayed as long as possible.
On January let, 1960, our total debt was $5,438,683.90~ On December
31st, 1960, our total debt was $5,500,515,37, or an increase of $61,831.49.
In 1961, we shall have to sell debentures amounting to $523,000.00 to
cover work done in 1960. This means that at December 31st, 1961, our debt will
be approximately $5,609,663~99, or an increase during the year of $109,148.62.
As of January 1st, 1961, out of a total debt of 5.5 ~mtllion dollars, 1.55 million
dollars was revenue producing, leaving the taxable debt at approximately 3.95
million dollars.
All Members of City Council are aware that the Federal Budget, introduced
in December, 1960, will affect financial conditions. It is probable that consider-
able money obtained from American sources for municipal financing will not be
available with the result that there will be a much gteater demand for Canadian
funds available for investment in municipal debentures. .It is too early to fore-
cast the permanent effect of the Budget, but we must assume that available funds
will not be as plentiful as in the past, with the result that higher interest
rates are a possibility. Until a definite trend in interest rates is eetablished~
every precaution should be exercised to restrict the amount to be borrowed to an
absolute minimum,
Ladies and Gentlemen, in bringing my address to a close, on behalf of
the Members of Council and myself, I wish to thank Reverend William McKeown and
Nagistrkte JohnsCone Roberrs for the important part each has played in this
Inaugural Meeting. To our'two Members of Parliamenti Miss Judy LaMafeb, M.P.,
and Mr. George Bukator, M.L.A., oar thanks for taking your valuable time to be with
us at our 1961 Inaugural Nesting. To the Niagara Falls Evening Review, the Niagara
Falls Gazette and Radio Station C.H.V.C. our thanks for the coverage you have given
to the 1960 Council, and our appreciation to the numbers present here ~o-day, which
t~dicates an interest on their part, and last, but not least, to extend to everyone
~he wish that this year 19~1 will bring.heal~h~ happiness and prosperity.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
The minutes of the previous meeting, having been received and read,
were adopted on the motion of Alderman Swayze and Alderman White.
CERTIFICATE
I The City Clerk certified as to the result of the poll on the 5th. day
of December, 1960; and on the motion of Alderman Morton and Alderman Faho Martin
= it was ordered that the communication be received and filed.
RESOLUTIONS
The following Resolutions were passed;
No. 1 - GEORGE ~ARTIN - A.J.McKINLEY - RESOLVED that Alderman Ian A. McCallum be
and is ~e~by appointed the Chairman of the Finance Committee of t he City Council
for the year 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed,
No. 2 - IAN McC~%LLUM - CHURCH SWAYZE - RESOLVED that Mr. George Burley, Mrs. J. R.
Kelly and Mr. D. C. Vtcary be and is hereby appointed as the members of the Local
Board of Health for the year 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
No. 3 - JAMES WHITE - HAROLD MORTON - RESOLVED that Mr. Robert S, Durdan be and
is hereby appointed as a representative of the City Council on the Public Library
Beard for the years 1961, 1962 and 1963; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto
affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
No. 4 - FAHO MARTIN - GEORGE MARTIN - RESOLVED that John Clement and Albert Benson
be and are hereby appointed members of the Court of .Revision for the year 1961;
and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
No. 5 - A.J.McKINLEY - CHURCH SWAYZE - RESOLVED that Alderman Ian A. McCallum be
and is hereby appointed as the repre sentalive of the City Council on the Greater
Niagara Area Planning Board for the year 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be
hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
No. 6 - IANMcCA~LUM - JA~S W~ITE - RESOLVED that Alderman A. J. McKinley be and
is hereby appointed as the representative of the City Council on the Niagara Parks
Commission for the year 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimousl~J~
No. 7 - HAROLD MORTON - FARO MARTIN - RESOLVED that His Worship, Mayor Franklin J.
Miller be and is hereby appointed as the representative of the City Council on the
Board of Governors of the Greater Niagara General Hospital for the year 1961; and
the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
No. 8 - GEORGE MARTIN - A.J.McKINLEY - RESOLVED that Alderman Harold C. Morton be
and is hereby appointed as the representative of the City Council on the Children's
Aid Society for the County of Welland for the year 1961; and the Seal of tile
Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimousl~
No. 9 - IANMcCALLUM - C.G.SWAYZE - RESOLVED that Mr. Charles Norgate be and is
hereby appointed the Weed Inspector for the City of Niagara Falls for the year 1961;
and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimous1x.
No. 10 - J.G.bllTE - H.C.MORTON - RESOLVED that Alderman C.G.Swayze and Alderman
FahoMartin be and are hereby appointed as Countills representatives on the
Industrial Committee of the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce for the year 1961;
and the 8eel of ~he Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carrie~Unani~ously.
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No. 11 - [AHQ MARjIJ- GEORGE MARTIK' RESOLVED that Alderman C. G. Swayze and
Alderman H. C. Morton be and are hereby appointed as Council's representatives on
the Tourist Connnittee of the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce for the year
1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed. Carried UnanimouslY,
No. 23 - H.C.MORTON - FAHO MARTIN - RESOLVED that Aldermen George Martin, A.J.
McKinley be and ar~"'~ehereby appointed as Council~s representatives on the Niagara
fDistrict Airport Commission for the year 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation
be hereto affixed. ~arr~pd ppa~impp.s~X,
No. 12 - A.J.McKINLEY - I.A.McCALLLR4 - RESOLVED that Alderman J. G. White and Mr.
S, R. Pri~i'Ci~~Inee~e hereby appointed as Council's representative
on thc Traffic and Safety Committee of the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce for
the year 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanlmojsl~
No. 13 - ~LLG~S!SWAYZE - J.G.WHITE - RESOLVED that Alderman Ian A. McCallum be and
is hereby appointed as'~'~o~ncil"'s representative on the Welland County Civil Defencc
Committee for the year 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried UnanimousIV.
No. 14 - GEORGE _M~RTIN - IANM~cCALLUM.- RESOLVED that Aldermen Faho Martin, A. J.
McKinley an'~. C. Morton be and are hereby appointed as members of the Property,
Sanitation and Buildings Committee of the City Council for the year 1961; and the
Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed. Carried Unanimously.
No. 15 - FAHO MARTIN ' J.G.~IITE - RESOLVED that ~ldermen A. J. McKinley, George
Martin an~ C, G. Swayze be and are hereby appointed as Members of the Arena, Parks
and Recreation Committee of the City Council for the year 1961; and the Seal of the
Corporation be hereto affixed. Carried Unanimously.
No, 16 - A.J.McKINLEY - FAHO MARTIN - RESOLVED that Aldermen C. G · Swayze,.R.C.
Morton and J. G. ~ite be and are hereby appointed as Members of the Traffic Com-
mittee of the City Council for the year 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be
hereto affixed, Carried UnanimousIX'
No. 17 - H.C.MORTON - A.J.McKINLEY - RESOLVED that Aldermen George Martin, J.G.
White and I. A. McCallum be and are hereby appointed as Members of the Negotiations
and Equipment Committee for the year 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be
hereto affixed. Carried Unanimousl~.
No. 18 - McCALLUM - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that Aldermen George Martin, A. J. McKinley,
City Manager W. S. Orr and City Clerk D.C.Patten, be and are hereby appointed as
members of the Merger Survey Committee to work in conjunction with similar com-.
mittee of Stamford on the proposed merger survey; and the Seal of. the Corporation
be.hereto affixed, Carried UnanimousIX.
No, 19 - J,G,WHITE - H,C,MORTON - RESOLVED that Alderwen C, Martin and F, Martin
be and are hereby appointed as Members of the Christmas Party Committee of the ·
City Council for the year 1961; and the Seal of the qorpo~atton be hereto affixed.
Carried UnanimouslY.
No. 24 - GEORGE MARTIN ~ A.J.McKINLEY - RESOLVED that Mr. E. A. Thomas be and
is hereby appointed as a Member of the Con~nittee of Adjustment for the City of
Niagara Falls for the years 1961, 1962 and 1963; and the Seal of the Corporation
be hereto affixed. Carrip~ ~pa~i~p~sly,
No. 25'- X.A.~M~gALLUM - C.G.SWAYZE - RESOLVED that Aldermen Faho Martin and J.G,
White be and are hereby appointed as Council's representatives on the Achievement
Award Committee for the year 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto
affixed. Ca~e~_U~p~mo~Z.
No. 26 - J.G..,WHITE~- H.C.MORTON - RESOLVED that Mr. R. G. Silverlock be and is
hereby appointed as Council's representative on the Niagara Falls Suburban Roads
Commission for the term expiring on July 22nd, 1964; and the Seal of the Corpor-
ation be hereto affixed. Ca~r~ UJ~9~_mg~.l~.
No. 27 - FARO }L~RTIN - GEORGE ~L~RTIN - RESOLVED that R. W. Edwards and Park Whistler
be and are hereby ~ppointed as Members of the Examining Board of Plumbers for the
City of Niagara Falls for the years 1961 and 1962; and the Seal of the Corporation
be hereto affixed. Carried UnanimouslY.
No. 28 - I.A.McCALLUM - C.G.SWAYZE - RESOLVED that Aldermen G. Martin and A, J,
McKinley be and are hereby appointed as members of the Joint Ambulance Committee
for the year 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried UnanimousIX.
Council adjourned for lunch on the motion of Alderman McKinley and Alderman Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 9th. January, 1961.
Clerk '
Mayor.
No. 20 - GEORGE MARTIN - FARO MARTIN - RESOLVED that Alderman Ian A. McCallum be
and is here"~y appointed as Council's representative on. Area 'A?~Civil Defence
Commit~ee for the year 1961; and the Seal of the Cgrporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously~
No. 21 - A.J.McKINLEY - I.A.McCALLUN - RESOLVED that Alderman George Martin be and
is hereby appointed as Council'a representative on the Niagara peninsula Joint ·
Committee on Higher Education, for the year 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation
be hereto a~fixad. Carried UnanimouslY.
No. 22 - GEORGE MARTIN ' J.G.I~{iTE ~ RESOLVED that Aldermen R. C. Morton and Faho
Martin be and are hereby appoineed as Council's representatives on ~he Niagara ·
peninsula Conservation Authority for the ~ear 1961~ and ~he Seal of ~he
be. hereto a~£ixed, ' Carried _UnanimouslY.
ADJOURNED MEETING
Council Chamber,
3rd. January, 1961.
The Council re-assembled at 2.30 p.m. for the purpose of considering
general business and finance items which had been properly presented to them. All
Members ~f Council were pFesent. His Worship Mayor Miller presided.
DEPUTATIO~
- On the motion of AId. Morton and AId, gwayze it was ordered that Mrs,
Thelma Hurd be permitted to address Council. :
Mrs. Hurd outlined her difficulties in trying to meet the mortgage
payments on her home at 674 Ryerson Crescent and referred to a LawYerts letter
which she had received, advising of foreclosure proceedings if the arrears of
mortgage payments were not paid by January 10th.
Mrs. Hurd referred to her invalid son and diffleulties encountered
with the Department of Veterans Affairs and requested some action by Council to
remedy her problems.
following discussion it was ordered on the motion of Ald. G. Martin
and Ald. Swayze that the matter be referred to the City Manager and the Welfare
Administrator to review the case and submit a report to Council,-and in the mean-
time the City Manager to contact Mr. W. S. Martin of the firm of Martin, Calvert,
Bates and Sheppard. Carried Unanimously. . ~
COmmUNICATIONS
Laid over from previous meetings;
No. 380 - (1960 file) - United Handicapped Groups of Ontario - requesting grant
to assist organization in defraylug expenses of proposed convention. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId. Swayze that the communication be received
and referred to the Budget Committee for consideration.
No. 395 - (1960 file) - Downtown Buslnessmen's Association - requesting an early
meeting in the new year to discuss parking facili~ies and ~ particular, the Park
Street parking lot. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that
the conmunication be received and referred to the Traffic Committee.
No. 403 - (1960 file) - R. G. Silverlock - reporting on 1960 activities of Niagara
F~lls Suburban Roads Commission. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
Morton that the communication be received and referred to the Budget Committee.
The following Communications were presented;
No. 1- - His Worship, Mayor Miller - naming Mr. A. F. Sheppard as his representative
on the Court of Revision for 1961. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayse and AId.
McKinley that the communication be received and filed.
· No. 2 - Board of Education - requesting early Conference in 1961. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the communication be received and
filed and the meeting be arranged for January 16th.
No. 3 - Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board - inv~tation to a film
night on town planning, Wednesday, January 25th. at the Park Hotel. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. G. Martin snd Ald. Morton that the invitation be received and
accepted and as many of the members of Council as find it possib~e, attend.
No. 4 - Young Men~s Christian Association - requesting proclamation of Y.M.C.A.
· 'Week' from'=anuary 22ndv to 28thv.ORDERED on the rearion. of-Ald...McCallum. and Ald.
Swayse that the cor~nunication be received and filed and a Jpint proclamation be
issued.
No, 5 - Niagara Falls Girlse Work Board - requesting'.per~ission to hold a tag day
on Saturday, May 6th, 1961; ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. McCallum
that the communication be received and filed and permission Branted as requested
as the date is available,
No, 6 - Ontario Good Roads Association - requesting resolutions for 1961 Convention.
No, 7 - Ontario Good Roads Association - advising of 1961 membership fee and dates
of 1961 Convention, ORDERED on the motion of AId, C. Martin and AId, Morton ~hat
the. co~nunications be received and filed and any member of Council having euggestio~
for resolutions submit the same to Council for consideration and also that the
membership £ee be paid, The City Clerk indicated that he would make reservations
for those members of Council who will attend ~his Convention,
No, 8 - To~m of Thorold - resolution opposing any annexation or amalgamation with
the City of Ni'agar~ Falls, ORDERED on the motion ~f Ald, Mor~on and AId, Sway~e
that the resolution be received and filed,
No. 9 ' Managing Editor of Evening Review - enclosing draft of social calendar for
[orthcoming Conference of CanadianN~na~[ng Editors to be held at the Brock Hotel in
'ebruary, 1961 and requesting City to sponsor a luncheon on February 25th. ORDERED on
:be motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the communication be received and
~ferred to the Chairman of Finance and the Mayor for submission of a report at the
ext Council Meeting.
o. 10 - Township of Thorold - requesting a meeting to discuss proposed annexation.
)RDERED on the motion of Aid. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication be
ceceived and filed and arrangements be made to meet with the Township of Thorold
[n joint session at the commencement of the joint session with the Township of
tamford.
PETITION
-~aid over from a previous meetingi
qo. 9 - (1960 File) - Mr. Joseph Ralph and 25 others, requesting the construction of
pavement on Sixth Avenue northerly from Hamilton Street to the end of the street.
~RDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the petition be received
Z~nd referred to the City Manager for a report.
BY-LAWS
!~aid over from a previous meeting;
~o. 5951 - To close and sell all that portion of Acheson Avenue, lying between
~ Ferguson Street and the extension of the southerly limits of Lots 30 and
:~hird
39, according to Plan No. 32, registered for the Town (now the City) of
Niagara Falls across Acheson Avenue.
Reading -Ald. White and Ald. Morton - Carried Unanimously,
~.he following By-laws were passed;
~o. 5957 - To appoint members of the Court of Revision for the City of Niagara Falls
~or the year 1961.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin that Ald. Faho
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be read the
irst time. - Carried Unanimou~ly.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
'the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
'bird Reading - AId. McKinley and AId. McCallum * Carried Unanimously.
5958 - To appoint.a representative on Niagara Falls Suburban Roads Commission.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that AId. White
~nte~ the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
a g, Carried Unanimously,
ORDERED on the motion of AId, White and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2) of the
tending Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the second
- Carried Unanimously.
Reading -Ald, MOrton and AId, McKinley - Carried Unanimously,
59~9 - To appoint two members of the Examining Board of Plumbers for the City of
Niagara Palls,
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. White that AId. C. Martin
granted the privilege of introducing the. by-law and the by-law be given the first
- Carried Unanimously. . ..................................
ORDERED on the motion of Aid, G. Martin and AId. Swa~ze that RUle 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. Morton and AId. Swayze - Carried Unanimously,
No- 5960 - To authorise the borrowing of $600,000.00.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Nattin that Ald. Nc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carrled Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. NcKinley - Carried Unanimously.
council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId.
Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 9th. January, 1961.
Clerk
FINANCE F~ETIN~
Council Chamber,
3rd. January, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on January 3rd. 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Nembers of the Con~ittee were present. Ald.McCallum,
Chainnan. of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $47,156.19 were approved"
by the Coxmittee. ' "
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to'the Council, on the motion
of Aldo McKinley and Ald. Swayze.
The Cou~ittee arose and reported to Council .on the motion Of AId. McKinleyand'AId.
O. Martin. '
AND ADOPT~D,'gEh. January, 1961.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
3rd. January, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approved by
the Cor~nittee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship, Mayor Miller,presided.
BY -LAW
The following By-law was passed;
No. 596..__ 1 - To provide monies for general purposes. .' ,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that Ald.. ,McCallum
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2) of
the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned on the motion of AId. RcKinley and ~ld. McCallum
RSAD AND ADOPTED, 9th. january, 1961.
Mayor.
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SECOND MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
9th.January, 1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7 p.m. on Monday, January 9th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. White.
CO~MUNICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No, 9 - Managiny=Editor, Evening Revie~ - forthcoming Conference of Canadian
Managing Editors to be held in Brock Hotel, February, .1961, ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received and filed and
the City of Niagara Falls sponsor the luncheon scheduled for February 25th. as
recommended by Hie Worship the Mayor and the Chairman of Finance.
SEE Report No. 1.
The following Conmmnications were presents__d;
No. 11 - Niagara Falls Fire Fighters, Local 528 - advising of personnel of Nego-
tiating Committee for 1961. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. O. Martin and Ald. F.
Martin that the communication be received and referred to the !961 Negotiating
Committee of the City Council.
No. 12 - Mr. Claude A, Findlay - expressing appreciation for Oouncil's letter of
thanks for his years of service on Niagara Falls Public Library Board. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald, Swayze and Ald. White that the! communication be received and
filed.
No.' 13 - Mr. Robert S..Durdan.~.expressing apprBeiationfor ~ppointment as Gounci~'S
representative on Niagara Falls Library Board. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. White that the communication he received and filed.
No. 14 - Niagara Falls Junior Chamber of Gommerc__e - extending an invitation to
attend Civic Night scheduled for January lath, 1961 at 6.30 p.m. Park Motel.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. Swayze that the invitation be
received, accepted and as many of the Members of Council as find it possi, ble, attend.
No. 15 - March of Dimes - requesting proclamation of March of Dimes Week from
January 23rd. to January 30th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald.
McKinley that the communication be received and filed and proclamation be issued as
requested,
No. 16 - N%_agara'Falls Lions Club - requesting permission ~o hold Annual.Carnival
on Bridge St. grounds on July 12th. to 15th. inclusive. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the conmmnication be received, filed and permission
granted,
No. 17 - Mr. F. Nemeth ~ requesting permission to build new home within two feet of
eait property line and eight feet of west property line on Lot 29, Plan 39~ Rosedale
.Drive. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. O. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the communication
be received and referred to the Property Committee for a report.
participate in proposed Traffic Study and to contribute towards its cost. ORDERED
on ~ha motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. Norton ~ha~ the c~nication.be received
and ~iled and the appreciation of CouneiX be ~orwarded to the Minis~er of High~ays.
No. 19 - Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board - enclosing details of
composition of Technical Co-ordinating Committee with reference ~ Transportation
Survey for the Greater Niagara Area, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald,
McCallum that the communication be received and filed, the reconm~endations contained
therein be approved regarding personnel of Technical Committee, with the additioo of
a representative from the Chamber of Commerce to the Advisory Committee, and that
consideration be given to the addition of a representative from the Village of Chippawa
and the submission of a report as to allocation of costs.
No. 20 - Niaf~ra Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board - requesting advice as to
projects proposed in 1961; and enclosing copy of st~'report outlining Board's
activities in 1960, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and ,\ld. Swayze that ~he
communication be received and tabled for two weeks, for perusal of Council.
REPORTS
The followins Reports were presented;
No. 1 - City Clerk - advising that His Worship the Mayor and the Chairman of Finance
recommend that the City of Niagara Falls sponsor the luncheon to be held on February
25th, 1961 in connection with the Canadian Managing Editors' Conference to be held
at the Sheraton-Brock Hotel in February, 1961, ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Morton
and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Communication No.9,
No. 2 - Traffic Committee - advising of further meetings to be held regarding the
drafting of the revised Traffic By-law, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and
Ald. G. Martin that the report be received and filed.
No. 3 - Traffic Committee - report on meeting with North End Businessman re parking
lot at corner of Park and St. Clair and requesting permission to visit parking lots
in St. Catharines and Hamilton. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Morton and Ald. Swayze
that the report be received and adopted. His Worship the Mayor was of the opinion
that a visit to the City of Toronto to observe their method of operation might be
worthwhile.
No. ~ - Property Committee - report on meeting with H. G. Acres representative with
reference to proposed new Bridge on Victoria Avenue and submitting three recommendations.
0RDERE~ on the motion of Ald. gwayze and Ald, Morton that the report be received and
adopted.
No, 5 - Property Committee - report on meeting held January 5th. to inspect proposed
site for sewage treatment plant, recently acquired by Township of Stamford and recom-
mending negotiations be entered into with the Township of Stamford for joint use of
the site for said plant. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Martin and Ald. Morton that
the report be received and adopted, Later in the meeting, Ald. McCallum queried the
reason for the Property Committee dealing with the item of Sewage Treatment Plant,
when this matter was considered in the past by the Management Committee. He was of the
opinion that ~ince this is one of the major items, there should be a special committee
appointed. Big Worship, the Mayor agreed that the matter should be considered by the
entire Councilwhen the construction of the Plant is considered but that the Property
Committee had only dealt with the phase of the joint use of the site.
No. 6 - Property CorraLtree - report on inspection made on January 5th. of the land
Proposed to be leased from H.E.F.C. of Ontario for use of landfill method of garbage
and rubbish disposal and recommending that the City proceed to develop the area as
soon as the lease had been received and signed. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Faho
Martin and AId. Swayze that the report be received and adopted. AId. G. Martin
referred to-a letter appearing in the local press opposing the use of this land for
such purpose and was of the opinion that some sort of release to the press should be
made to assure the public that the operation of the newly-acquired site for dumping
Purposes will be similar to that carried on at the Valley Way Dump. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the City Manager be authorized to prepare
a report for the press giving full details as to the ~ype of operation intended at ~he
new site,
No. 7 - ~rope~rty Committe~e - recommending Bell Telephone Co. be approached to
improve conditions in connection with their installation on Oneida Lane between
Clifton Mill and Oneida property. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and
Aid. G. biartin that the report be received and adopted.
No. 8 - Property Cpr~nittee - recommending that 551 Fourth Avenue be placed with
the Co-operative Real Estate Sales for sale as both tenders submitted for this
property were below the valuation established. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
No. 9 - City Manager - report on sewer repairs made at 314 Sixth Avenue. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and
filed and the payment of $23.00 be allowed. A]d. G. Martin was of the opinion
that if a City Employee is in doubt as to the location of a sewer when a call is
made to the premises, no instruction should be given to the resident and it was
agreed that from now on ~1ere there is any question involved as to location of
sewers, the City Engineer investigate. The City Engineer was requested to take
this under advisement.
No. 10 - ~ty Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted and licences
issued accordingly.
NIAGARA FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD DINNER
His Worship, Mayor Miller, reminded Council about the dinner to be
held at the Brock Hotel on January 31st. con~encing at 6 p,m.
The following By-law was presented;
No. 5962 - To authorize the construction of,watermains on Robert Street, Spring
Street, and Welland Avenue; and a combined sewer on Market Square.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald, McKinley and Ald. Swayze that AId. McCallum
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the 1st.
reading. - Carried Unanimously,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2),
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be read
the second time. - Carried Unanimously.
The following By-laws were passed;
No. 5963 - To amend By-law Number 3790, being a by-law for the regulation of traffic.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. G, Martin that Ald. Swayzc
be granted the privilege of introducing the b~-law'and the by-la~ be given the 1st.
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be read
the second time. - Carried Unanimously .....
Third Reading - AId. McCallurn and Ald. Swayae - Carried Unanimously.
ma,IW,.~e~4.. '~"v~e*~:4q~q'~k'bl');I,l~'r~l;~iR~Mydro-Eleatrie Power
Commission of Ontario.
O~DERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that Ald.
McC,llum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be
given the first reading. - Carried Unanimously,
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and Aid, Swayze that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
read the second time. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Aid. White - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance }leetlng on the motion of Aid. McKinley and Ald.
Mot ton.
READ AND ADOPTED,. 16th. January, 1961.
FINANCE ~fiEETING
Council Chamber,
9th. January, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on January 9th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Gommittee were present. Ald.McCallum,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $65,411.00 were approved by
the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Gouncll on the motion
of AId. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin.
The City Manager's report On the application of the Pacific Finance
Company, 350 Queen street, for permission to erect a neon sign at their premises,
at an estimated cost of $650. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Mor~on and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted and permit
issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of Jules Juliani, 2276
Main Street. for permission to construct a swimmine pool on the north side of the
dwelling at 2276 Main Street, at an estimated cost of $7,000. was presented for
consideration. ORDERED on the marion of AId. Morton and AId. F. Martin that the
report be received and adopted and permit ~ssued.
The City Managerts report on the application of K. and R. Side[f, for a
building permit to make alterations to their premises at 771 Valley Way to be used
as a d~y.;l~an~pgp!an~,.at. e~.e~imated cost 0£.$10.,000, wa~.presented for consider-
ation. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. Swayze that the report be
received and adopted and permit issued,
The City Manager's report on the application of L. Stein for a buildinS
" permit to alte~ the premises owned by S. S. Kresge Co. 427-429 Queen Street. at an
estimated cost of $1,000. to convert the two stores into one, was presented.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and Ald, Morton that the report be received
;. and adopted and permt~ issued,
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The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and
Ald. NcKinley.
RE~D AND ADOPTED,16th. January, 1961.
Clerk
CONFERENCE
**
C,uncil Chamber,
9th.January, ]961.
The Conference Committee of the City Council assembled at the closc of
the regular Council land Finance Meetings on Monday, January 9th, 1961 to consider
the items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were present. His
Worship, Mayor Miller, presided as Chairman.
After consideration of the items presented to them, the Conmittee adjourned on the
motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. White. ~
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
9th. January,1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
· approved by the Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship,
Mayor Miller, presided.
The following By-law was passed;
No. 5965 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. Morton that Ald. Ma-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and. the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-l~w be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. McCallum and Ald. White - Carried Unanimously.
council adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald. G, 'biertin and AId.Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 16th, January, 1961,
READ AND ADOPTED, 16th. January, 1961.
Clerk
' ' ' ' l' ' Chairman.
COUNCIL MEETING
JOINT MEETING
Counci 1 Chambe r,
Following the regular meeting of Council on Monday, January 9th, 1961,
the Councils of the City of Niagara Falls and the Township of Stamford, assembled
in joint session in the Council Chamber at 9 p.m, for the purpose of considering
the proposed by-law and application to the Ontario Municipal Board for an Order.
Hi~ Worship the Mayor and all members of the City Council and the Reeve and all
Members of the Township Oouncil were present. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
Prior to entering into their discussions, representatives of the adjacent
area municipalities appeared for the purpose of discussing the proposed amalgamation
and annexation insolaf as it affected their municipalities.
TOWNSHIP OF THOROLD
Reeve M. Swart of the Township of Thorold addressed the assembled Councils
and explained the reasons for the stand taken by his municipality, pointing out that
the main reason for opposition is that whdt is proposed is, in their opinion, illogical
and that there is little chance of the Ontario Munic~pal Board approving such an
application, He cited various factors which indicate that that portion of Thorold
Totmship is not within the sphere of influence of the City of Niagara Falls but rather
that of the City of St. Catharines. He quoted the experience of Thorold Township in
previous annexations and the resultant high costs and expressed the view that failure
on any part of the proposed application would undoubtedly Jeopardize the whole
application. He requested the Councils to give further consideration before any
definite action is taken and advised that his municipality would, of course, oppose
and undoubtedly ask that the Ontario Nunicipal Board, in the event of failure of the
application, assess the costs against the applicant, He stated that his municipality
might also consider a counter*application,
RESOLUTION
No. 29 - ALDERMAN GEORGE MARTIN - REEVE E.E.MITCRELSON_ - RESOLVED that the form
of the draft by-law and ~he draft applicatioo concerning an application to the
Ontario Municipal Board for an Order for Amalgamation of the C~ty of Niagara
Falls, Township of Stamford and annexation of parts of adjacent municipalities
he approved; and tbe Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
There being no further i~ems of business, on the motion of Aid. McKinley and
Councillor Potter~ it was ordered that the Councils adjourn.
RE~ A~ ADOPTED, 16th. January, 1961.
' ..........
Clerk ,-'~'~ Mayor.
Ta~N OF THOROLD
Reeve Whalen of the Town of Thorold indicated in his remarks that
there is no ill-feeling insofar as his municipality is concerned but that he
concurred with the remarks made by Reeve Swart. He stated that Thorold Town
has nothing in common with the City of Niagara Falls and that e~ the sum of 500
acres which it is proposed to annex, 370 acres are under the direct control of
the Seaway Authority. tie was of the opinion that the services contained in the
areas proposed to be annexed were vital to Thorold and that his municipality
would also oppose the proposed action. He deplored the fact that his
municipality.might be forced into spending monies in this way.
CROWLAND TOWNSHIP
Reeve Pierson of Crowland Township advised that he did not come
prepared with a brief but pointed out that Crowland was already on the border-
line as to being unable to remain self-sustaining and that the loss of the Ford
Plant would practically result in the elimination of the Township of Crowland.
He stated that his municipality would also oppose and would take a similar stand
to that of Thorold Township as to the assessment of costs.
TOWNSHIP OF WILLOUGHBY
Reeve Hunt of the Township of Willoughby advised that he and the
members of his Council were there purely in the roll of observers but that if
it became necessary, his municipality would also take similar action to that
proposed by Thorold Township, with reference to costs.
This ended the representations from the heads of adjoining area
municipalities and His Worship Mayor Miller then expressed his thanks for their
attendance at the meeting and advised that there would now be a 5-minute recess~
The representatives from the other area municipalities then left the
Council Chamber.
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RECONVENED ~-ETING
Council Chamber,.
9th-January,1961.
The Councils of the City of Niagara Palls and the Township of Stamford
reconvened at 10 p.m. for the purpose of continuing their consideration as to a
by-law authorizin~ an application to the Ontario. Municipal Board. ~
Alderman Gee. Martin, Chairman of the Joint Committee, at the request
-of His Worship the Mayor then took over and in his opening remarks advised, that
in his opinion, no argument had been advanced this evening which would indicate
that the proposed action shoald be abandoned, and that the two municipalities were
not going into this thing blindly. He then called on the City Solicitor, Mr.
W. J. McBurney, q.C. to advise the representatives of'the two Councils as'to the
draft by-law to authorize an application to the Ontario Municipal Board and the
draft by-law to authorize ah application to the Ontario Municipal Board and the
application form itself.
Mr. McBurney referred to the reguhtions of the Ontario Municipal
Board in connection with this type of application and pointed out that an appli-
cation must be authorized by by-law and must be accompanied by a plan prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor of the areas which it is proposed to annex and that said
plan must be certified as to its accuracy. Re then proceeded to read the draft
of th~ by-law authorizing application and the form e[ .the application itself,
..~
THIRD MEETING ~ Ald. bicCallum requested the Traffic Committee to take under advisemcnt
~ the possibility of adjusting the 20-second interval of the traffic light at Mac-
Donald and the Q.E.W. being of the opinion that older people cannot cross the road
Council Chamber, in such a short time.
16th.January, 1961.
No. 25 - N.F. and District Labour Council - referring to existing unemployment
REGULAR MEETING ~ condition~ and outlining possible works to relieve the same. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. White and Ald, Morton that the co~unication be received and
tabled for further study.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, January
16th, 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All No. 26 - Dept. of Plann~n~ .a~dJe~elopment - forwarding name of Municipal Industrial
Members of Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minute~ Contact. ~RDiRED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald, F. Martin that the com-
of the previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayzc. munication be received and filed and the City Clerk be authorized to present the
name of Ald. C. G. Swayze for this position.
SEE Resolution 32~ January 23rd.
DEPUTATION
No. 27 - Stamford Public Utilit~es Commis~ - enclosing letter from Plant Manager
Mr. J. A. Montgomery of the Chamber of Co~erce was present and it was of Canadian Home Products Ltd. regarding the price of water. ORDERED on the motion
ordered on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that he be granted permission ~ of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and tabled and
to speak. a written report be submitted by the City Manager to the City Council. Carried
Mr. Montgomery advised that he was present on bebalf of the Fiorent~no }] Unanimously.
Family of 1299 Ottawa Street and referred to the disastrous' fire which' took place ] REPORTS
on their premises where the business of poultry sales is carried on. He advised
that they wish to rebuild the portion of the building which was burned out, which T~ following Reports were presented;
will consist of block construction instead of the previous frame building, and in
order to get an early start, requested that Council approve a building permit, ~ No. 11 - City Manager - advising of instructions issued to all departments of the
subject to proper plans and spec~ficatlons being presented later. ORDERED on the ~ City of Niagara Falls, etc. to ~nspect roofs following heavy snow falIs. ORDERED
motion of Ald. Martin and Ald. Morton chat due to the fact that urgent consideration ~ on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald, McCallurn that tbe report be received and
is necessary in this case, chat the matter be turned over to the Property Comettee ~ adopted.
along. with the City Manager and City Engineer, to arrange to meet at the site ~,~
to-morrow if possible to ascertain what is intended and that they be granted power
to act. Carried Unanimously, No. 12 - Property Con~ittee - reco~m~ending that the request of Mr. F, Nemeth re-
garding the proposed new house on Lot 29, Rosedale Drive, be granted. ORDERED on the
C~NICATIONS motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
Laid over from previous meeeinRs; ~ Carried, with Ald, Morton and McCallurn-contrary.
No. 406 - (1960 File) - Department of Municipal Affairs - special memorandum ~ No. 13 - Traffic Co~ittee - re inspection of parking areas in S~. Catharines and
removal of snow from roofs. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum in Hamilton. .ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report
that the comun~cat~on be received and f~led and the Gity Manager~s actions be be received 'and filed.
approved.
SEE Report Number 11. No. 14'- C~ty Clerk - report on Conference held on January 9th, ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
No. 17 - Mr. F. Nemeth - requesting permission to build a new home on Lot 29,. Rose-
dale Drive with certain considerations as ~o ~he d~stance from lot l~es. ORDERED _ recomending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
No. 15 City Clerk -
on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. F. Martin that the co~unication be received Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Mart~n that the report be received and adopted and licences
and filed and permission granted. Carried, with AId. Morton and AId. HcCallum - issued accordingly.
fiEg Report Number I~L' BY-LAWS
The following Comunications were presented; Laid over from a previous meeting
No. 21 - Dewtown Businessmen~s Association - apprecia~ion for efficien~ removal No. 5962 -'To authorize the construction of wa~ermains on Robert Street, Spring
of snow. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. ~Kinley and AId. Swayze tha~ the eo~uni- S~reet and Welland Avenue; and a combined sewer on Market Square.
carton be received and filed and ~he City ~ager co~ended.
ThirH Reading -Ald, McKinley and Ald, Morton
No. 22 - Sou~h End Business & Professional Men's Associa~ion - requesting a meeting
wi~h Traffic C~ittee. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. ~. Mar~in
tha~ the co~unica~ion be received and filed and arrangements mde for the Traffic The following By-laws were passed;
Co~it~ee ~o meet with this group.
No. 23 - Local Board of Health - advising of resignation of Mr. K. Eady, Sanitar ' ~o. 5966 * To appoint a member of the C~mn~ttee of Adjustment for the City of NiaBara
~ ~h . . . or~on ~hat ~h~ oo~n~ation b8 ~D~R~D on ~he mo~on
of Aid ~ Hart~n and AId H
rsc8ived and f~l~d and authority
Mar~in be granted ~he privileBe of introduoin~ the by-law and the by-law be ~iven the
No. 24 - Minister of ~iSbways ' q~ - S~anley Ave. Intersection and suggestin act
d u~e gt o ec u~ Teflon of AId. NerVe and
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be giv!
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
No. 5967 - To appoint members of the Niagara Falls and Suburban Planning Board.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCatlum that Ald.
McKinley be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the ScandinE Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Swayze and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
No. 5968 - To appoint a Sanitary Inspector for the City of Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be givex~
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)'
of tile Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading, - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. McKinley and AId. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously.
RESOLUTION
TI__Le foj~ Resolution was_~As_s_eA;_
No. 30 - McCALLUM - MORTON - RESOLVED that the regular meeting of Counc] 1 on
1.Ionday, February 6th, 1961, cou~ncncc at 4,30 p.m. instead of the usual hour, 7.30
p.m. and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
C5~ff~.e( pnag~np~t.~ 1X.
.! Ald. McCallurn requested that instructions be issued to the operators
~' of snow ploughs to use as rawl~ , are as possible when piouShisS the sidewalks to
g eliminate the destruction of lawns.
'! Council adjourned to the Finance Fleeting on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
Geo, Martin,
READ AND ADOPTED, 23rd. 3annsty, 1961.
Flayor.
No. 5969 - To appoint a Plumbing Inspector for the City of Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. M~rtin that Ald.
Swayze be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and tile by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and Ald. Morton that Rele 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Counct! be temporarily suspended and'the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. Morton and AId. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
~o. }970 - A by-law to authorize a joint application to The Ontario Municipal Bbard
for the amalgamation of the City of Niagara Falls and the Township of
Stamford ~nto a city under the name of the City of Niagara Falls, and
for the annexation of the Village of Chlppawa a~d pa~ts of the Townships
of Willoughby, Crowland and Thorold in the County of Welland~ part of
the Town of Thorold in the County of Welland, and part of the Township
of Niagara in the county of Lincoln to the new city so formed,
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and Ald. F. Martin that Ald. Geo.
Martin be granted the privilege of introducing kthe by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald.O. Martin and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2Z
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and tile by-law be given
second reading. - Carried Unanimously,
Third Re~ding - AId, McKipley end AId. McCsllum - Carried Unanimously.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
16th, January,. 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on January 16th. 1961, for the purpose of
approvtng and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Conmaittee were present, Ald. McCallum~
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $166,455,45 were approved by
the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were ordered
placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council on the motion of Aid.
McKinley and Ald. G. Martin.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald, McKinley and Ald.
G, Martin,
READ AND ADOPTED, 23rd. January, 1961.
Clerk
Chairman of Finance,
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
16tb. January, 1961.
The Committec re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-la~ which covered the accounts
approved by the Conunittee. All Members of Council were present, ltis Worship,
Mayor Miller, presided.
BY-LAW
The following By-law_Wa~ p~$J~d~
No. 5971 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.. Morton that Ald. Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. ~ Carried Unanimously,
Third Reading -Ald. G. Liartin and Ald. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
The City Clerk requested information as to the members of Councll who
would be attending the Civic Night of the Junior Chamber of Conmerce on January 18th
commencing at 6.30 p.m. at the Park Hotel.
Council adjourned to Couference on the motion of Ald. G. Liartin and Ald. McCallum.
READ AND ADOPTED~ 23rd. January, 1961.
After consideration of the items presented to thcm, the Con~nittee
adjourned on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald0 G. Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 23rd. January, 1961.
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
16th.January, 1961.
The Conference ComiCtee of the City Council assembled at the close of
the regular Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, January 16th, 1961, to consider
the items presented to them, by the Board of Education,
.... All Members O~ .the .Committee ~qre .p~es~n~... His ~orship~ M~or Miller,
presided *as Chairman, ..........
REGULNR }~ETING
pursuant to adjournment, Council met at7.30 p.m.'on Monday, January
23rd. 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All
Members of Council were present, with the exception of Ald. White. The Council,
having received and read tbe minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these on the
motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallurn.
4 ' ' e a ointment to meet Co~lncil.
.......~ - · da , ~e r a y sand uest~n PP
23rd. January, 1961. cceirved and f~l b u r 13th.
. e a ranged f~ re
=~:inor llockey Week in Canada. ORDERED on the ms' ' ' . · ~ ·
~bat the conm~unication be received and filed and tbc proclamation be ~soued, the
~City Clerk to ascertain whether the Township of Stamford will join in said
~ ' joint proclamation
ld. Swayze that the co~u
DEPUTATION on Friday evening,
of AId. McKinleY and
A delegation from tbe Greater Niagara Union for Unemployed recently Kinotto Club - requesting permission to hold a tag day
formed in this area, was presentat the meeting and it was ordered on the motion of ' ~Io. ~ '
April 28th. and Saturday, April 29th. ORDERED on the motion
~Ald. F. Martin that the co~unication be received and filed and permission granted
Ald. McKinley and Aid. Swayze that Mr. 1larry Roberrs, president or any one else in
as the dates are available.
on the
the delegation be heard.
Mr. Roberrs then proceeded to read the brief, copies of which had for 1961. ORDERED
~ No. 35 ~Frontier Humane Soci~ ' requesting grant
previously been distributed to the Nembers of Council. The brief outlined the seriou~ . ~ ..... conmunication be received and
were presented by the Union, along with other Ontario Unemployed Unions, in their ~ referred to the Budget Cubittee for consideration. Ald. Martin requested that the
recent meeting with premier Frost and Labour Minister Daley. Mr. Roberrs advised ~ Society~s financial statement b~ made available for the Go~ittee's perusal when
that the objectives of the Union at this time is to obtain Council's support in ~ this request is nnder consideration. nication be received and referred
their efforts to find a solution to these problems. ~ No. 36
His Worship the Mayor advised that the City Manager had advised that a ·
notion of Ald. Motto
~ meetin the Premier to-day with reference to an ~ o~ittee for consideration.
run of Mayors add Reeves were g .. to'sets thus relieving ~ - re nesting permission to present
persons. bein informed by Mr. Roberts that a further meeting advice received and that th roach to the premier and Min~s U on ted gH en ~ withte to the Budget ~ ~ a % .t
CO}~NIGATIONS accept the invitation, h will b~ present at the park Ho ,
attendanc~ at the Gunvent ,
Laid over from a previous meeting; advising of meetings to be held of
No. 20 - Niagara Falls & Suburban Area Planning Board - ~equesting advice as to No. 39 - ~-[ea~er~r~be~°'~v°~t~ the members of Council to be designated
projects proposed in 1961 and enclosing copy of staff report on activities for 1960. 'Board of Directors and requesting ad the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. Morton that
filed and the Chamber be advised that the following
received and referred to the City Manager for submission of a report within the Members of Council have been so designated to attend;
next two weeks on the projects proposed for 1961, for Council~S perusal. ;Marsh 15th. Ald. Swayze; April 19th. Ald. McGallum; May 17th. ~ld. McKinley; June 21st.
AId. Geo. Martin. the motion
The following Communications were presented;
No. 28 - Niagara Palls & Suburban Area Planning Board - suggesting similar arrange- ~No. 40 - Rainbow Moj~!' requesting amendment to By-law 5149. ORDERED on
ments as in 1960 regarding personnel of U~ban Renewal Committee. (11DBRED on the ' of Ald. G. Martin end Ald. Morton that the cosm, unication be received and tabled
motion of Ald. MeCallum and Ald. Morton ~hat the communication be received and filed -pending hearing by ~he Ontario Municipal Board on FebmarY 16th.
and Ald. McKinley, Ald. Swayze be appointed; also Mr. Lloyd Ellenton, Sanitary
Inspector in place of Mr. Keith R. Eddy; and that the name of S. R. Pries, City
Engineer, inadvertently omitted from the commnnication~ be included,
No, ~9 - Ontario Traffi~ Gonfe~ence - forthcoming Training Courses, May 29th. to The following Reports were presented;
~ne 9th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the ~ommuni- No. 16 - Negotiation Co~m~tttee ' meeting of January 17th. with Standard Life
oatton he received and ~efer~ed to the Budget Committee for consideration. representative ~e pension plan fo~ Fire Dept. and Civic Employees~ ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. ~, Mar~in that ~he ~epo~t be received and filed.
No. 30 - John T. Clement - resignation from Court of Revision. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McKinley that ~he ~esignation he received and accepted ~ No. 17 - ~n Committee - meeting of January 17th, with Local 528, Fire Fighters
~e working donditio~s and wa~ schedules fo~ 1961, ORDgRBD on the motion of Ald.
regret, ~BB Resolution No.31. M~Kinle~ and Ald. Swayse that the repo~t be ~eeeived and filed.
No. 18 - Negotiation Committee - meeting of January 17th. with Local 133, Civic ~
Employees to discuss working conditions, salary and wage scales for 1961. ORDERED lCouncil adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald.
on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayzc that the t:eport be received and file~. ~!cKinley.
No. 19 - Property Committee - inspection of premises of Mr. Fiorentino, 1299 Ottawa ~EAD A~) ADOPTED, 30th. January, 1961.
Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be
received and adopted.
No. 20 - Cit_IMa~er - advising that lease now received from H.E.P.C, of Ontario r~
Lots 6 and 15, in Stamford Township, for landfill operations and advising that the
City Solicitor advises that it is in order for completion of same. ORDERED on the
motion of AId. F. Martin and Aid. Morton that the report be received and filed,
SEE By-law Number 5972.
'i
No. 21 - City Mana~gc__r - report of Con~nittee of Council appointed to consider hours
of Liquor Stores in the City of Niagara Falls and making certain recommendations.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallurn that the report be
received and adopted and copy of same be forwarded to the Greater Niagara Chamber
of Cormnerce.
No. 22 -.City Clerk - reco~nending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. Morton and Ald. McCallum that the report be received and adopted and licences'
issued accordingly.
RESOLUTIONS
The following-~Resolutions were passed;
No. 31 - GEO.MARTIN - McCALLUM - RESOLVED that Mr. Hugh Hart of the firm of J. G.
Collins, Real Estate Limited, be appointed As a member of the Court of Revision
for the City of N{agara Falls for 1961, replacing Mr. John T. Clement; and the Seal
of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
- Carried U~animously..
No. 32 - SWAYZE - MORTON - RESOLVED that due to a misunderstanding in the designation
of a contact ~or approach with reference to industry, and that the action of Council
taken at the previous me~ting concerning such'designation be rescinded and that the
Department of Planning and Development be advised that the name of the contact for the
City of Niagara Fhlls should be J. A. Montgomery, Industrial Mahager of the Greate~
Niagara Chamber of' Gommerce; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
At this time, Ald. Swayze referred to parking on Epworth Circle and
Ferguson Street and it was ordered on the motion of Ald. McCallnm and Ald. Morton
that the Traffic Committee be requested to study the parking conditions on Epworth'
Circle and Ferguson Street and submit a report.
Mayor.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
23rd. January, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on Janunry 23rd, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present, with the exception
of Ald. White. Ald. McCallum, Chail~an of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $43,882.54 were approved by the
Committee.
The Accou~t~ submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were ordered
,laced in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council on the motion of Ald. Mc-
and Ald.,~ G. Martin.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of AId, McKinley and AId.
Morton,
READ AND ADOFlED, 30th. January, 1961.
BY-L~q
The followin~ Byelaw was passed;
~o..5972 - A by-law to authorize the execution of an agreement between the of Ontario and the Corporation of the City of Ni'agare Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. G. Ma~ln and Ald. Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the
first'reading. - Carried ~nantmously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Sweyze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be 8tree
the second readlng~ - Carried UnanimousAy.
Third ~eadin8 -Ald. F. Martin and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
Clerk
COUNCIL MEETING
· Chairman of Finauce
Council Chamber,
23rd. January, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
Meetings, for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approved by
the Committee. All Members of Council were present~ with the exception of AId. White.
Iiis ~orship, Mayor Miller, presided,
BY-LAW
The followixLT~l-law was passedk
No. 5973 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that Ald. Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
FIFTII NEETING
Counc] 1 Chaml>cr,
30th. January, 1961.
REGULAR MEETING
i Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, January 30th, lq6!,
~r the purpose of considering general bnsiness and finance. All Members of Coup, ell were
ORDERED on the motion of Ald..ucq~llum and Aid. Morton that Rule 36 (2) ~cscnt. The Conncil, having received and read the minutes of the previous meeting,
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given ti'.c ~'~0pted these on tbe motion of AId. Morton and Ald. McCallurn.
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. F. Martin and Ald. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald. McCallum and AId. Morton.
~ TENDERS
~i Tenders had been called for the supply of a Fire Department Pumper for the!
~Ragara Falls Fire Department, and it was ordered on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId.
,avze that the tenders received be opened in|,jailed by His Norship the Mayor and
ab ed
ulat .
READ AND ADOPTED, 30th. January, 1961.
CONFERENCE
CO~4UNICATIONS
tc followin~ Communications were presented;
41 - Liq~%r Control Board of Ontario - ack. request for a change in honrs of local
:'q or stores. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the communication
Mayor. received and filed.
42 - N. A. Snyder - enclosing copies of letters forwarded to the Premier of Ontario
nd also the Minister of Municipal Affairs,regarding proposed amalgamation and annexation
.r0ceedings. ORDERED on the mot'ion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the commuui-
ation be received and filed.
b. 43 - Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerc~e - invitation to Annual Meeting on February
~4th. in Park Hotel. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinley that the
,nvitation be received and accepted and as many of the Members of Council as find it
}ss~Ble be in attendance. Four Members of Council and His Worship the Mayor indicated
mt they wonld be press,ant.
Council Chamber,
23rd~ January, 1961. ~L 44 - Kiwanis Club - invitation to Kiwanis Civic Day to be held on March lOth. at
hera~on-Brock Motel. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. McCallurn that the
nvitation be received and accepted and as many of the members of Council as find it
The Conference Committee of the City Council assembled at the close of the 0ssible be in attendance.
rcgul'ar Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, January 23rd, 1961, to consider ~, 45 ~ Capt. S. R. Armstrong, Salvation Army - requesting privilege of meeting the
certain reports pre sented to them. All Members of the Committee, were present~ with [ty Council. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the communi-
the exception of Ald. l~ite. MisWorship, Mayor Miller, presided as Chairman.
After consideration of the items presented to them, the Committee adjourned on the
motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. McKinley.
READ AND ADOPTED, 30th. January, 1961.
ati0n be received and filed and the writer be advised that he would be welcome to attend
"Y ~uncil Meeting.
~. 46 - Salvation Arm~ - requesting grant for year 1961, ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
2~Kinley~ AId. Morton that the communication be received and referred to the Budget
:0~ittee for consideration.
i0.47 - Niagara Falls Historical Museum Society - requesting grant for 1961, ORDERED on
;he moeion of AId. 0. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received and
'alerted to the Budget Committee for.consideration when the Estimates are being prepared.
e race red and referred to the Budget Cormittee for consideration,
2.50 - Industrial Coraltree, Chamber of Cornarcs - requesting grant for 1961.
e Budget C~ittee for consideration. ·
of the Year Award". ORDERED on th~ion of AId. McKinley and Ald.' Swayze that
r'~,, ~,'3 - ~ara Frontier tlumane Society - requesting pern~,ission to hold a tag day
on !%ay 6th. ORDERED on the motion of AId. h'orton and AId. F. Martin that the com-
munication be received and filed and permission granted for tag day to be held on
May 13th. as May 6th. has already been al]ocated to another organSzation. Mr. Chas.
Plant, pres{dent of the Society, reiterated the reasons for making this request for
a tag day as were already contained in the communication.
No, 54 - Y.N.C.A. - requesting permission to use Oakes Park for Junior Olympic progra
on l-lav 22nd. from 1 to 5 p.m. ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Aid.Morton
that ~he con~nunicatjon be received and referred to the Parks and Recreation Gemmitre,'
for consideration and a report,
No. 55 - Ontario Fire Marshal - advising of Honourable Mention of Niagara Falls Fire
Department during Fire Prevention Week Contest bald in October, 1960. ORDERED on the
motion of Aid. Morton and Ald. Swayze tbat the communication be received and filed
and the Department congratulated on their achievement.
No. 56 - Greater Niagara Transit Conmission - requesting inclusion on Agenda at next
joint meeting of area councils. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Mc-
Callurn that the cormnunication be received and filed and the Transit Congnission be
permitted to attend the next joint meeting, as requested.
No. 57 - Civil Defence Headquarters - notice of forthcoming T.V.Program over C.B.C.
T.V. on January 31st. at 10 P.M. 6RDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald.
Morton that the conm~unication be received.and filed and the press take note of this
announcement and give the same proper publicity.
The next communication, received too late for inclusion on this evening's
agenda, was ordered read by the Clerk, on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Mc-
Kinley. t
No. 58 - I%. R. Macklem Real Estate Broker - requesting permission to use Grime property
on Ferry Street as a site for a service station. ORDERED on the motion of AId. ~.
Martin and AId. McCallum that the communication be received and referred to the property
Conm~ittee for consideration and a report.
REPORTS
The following Reports were presented;
No. 23 - Traffic Committee - recommending that Ferguson Street be made a througb street
from Tart/ace Avenue to Acheson Avenue inclusive. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton
and Ald, Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
No. 24 - Traffic Committee -.further meeting with North End Businessmen's Association
re parking lot at St. Olair and Park 'St. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton .and
Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and filed.
No. 25 - Ci~Mana~e__r - report on attendance of Ald. G. Martin and the City Manager
at Personnel Directors' Association meeting held in Windsor, January 27th. ORDERED
· on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and f4.1ed.
No. 26 - City ManegeE - report on meeting held in Toronto by representative of II.G.
Acres Co, Ltd. the City Manager and C.N.R. officials on January 24th, to discuss
.construction features of proposed new bridge over C.N.R. tracks. ORDERED on the
motion of Aid. Morton and Ald, F. Martin that the report be received and adopted and
the City Manager be authorized to arrange a meeting with officials of the Board of
Transport Commissioners.
No. 27 - City Clerk - report on Conference held on January 23rd, 'ORDERED on the
motion of Ald, Morton and Ald. G. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
No, 28 - City.Clerk - recommending issuance of licencee. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. McKinley and Ald, Morton that ~he report be received and adopted and licehess
issued accordingly,
RESOLUTIONS
~[he following Resolutions. w~_ereJ_a_s.~_ed;
No. 33 - MORTON - F.MARTIN - RESOLVED that tbe City Manager and City Solicitor be
i authorized to attend the hearing of the Private Bill to be held in the Legislature
in Toronto on January 31st. 1961~ concerning Greater Niagara Transit Commission; and
the Seal of tbe Corporation be hereto affixed,
~7o. 34 - MjKjJ,~EY - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that tlis Worship the Mayor and the City Manager
be requested to submit a report on their findings regarding the proposed sale add
dlscoatinuance of the General Brock Armourits by the Department of National Deftnee;
and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed;
Aid. McCallurn referred to another accident which occurred at the inter-
section of Huron St. and St. Clair Ave. and was of the opinion that these would
continue unless changes are made with reference to tbe parking on the north side of
[Iuron Street, west of the intersection. The Traffic Committee were requested by His
t.rorship the Mayor to take this nmtter under advisement.
VERBAL REPORTS
AId. Gee. Martin, one of Council's representatives on the Niagara District
t~rport Commission, reported verbally on the meeting attended by AId. McKinley and
lib,self on Saturday, January 28tb. and advised that the meeting was strictly to review
:he Commiasion~s tork for the past year and the appointments to be made during 1961.
:0gather with plans for the Inaugural I.leeting to be held early in February. !It referred
:o the fact that as he and Aid. McKinley were newly- appointed representatives on this
l,°nmission that they asked quite a few questions at the meeting which were answered
iatisfactorily; the subject matter of which will be presented to Council in a detailed
~ep0rt following the Inaugural Meeting of the Conm~ission. The Alderman pointed out
:imt in 1960 the City paid 7 cehts per capita although the Commission were entitled to
I~ ce,ts per capita but that in 1961 we will be asked to pay 10 cents, thus increasing
r grant by $600. or $7,00.
Ald. Morton, one of Council's representatives on the Tourist Co.~ittee of
Greater Niagara Chamber of Con~nerce, reported verbally on the meeting stranded by
ld. Swayze and himself on Friday, January 27th. and stated that their budget estimate
0r the current year amounted [D $13,840. and that the Councils had reconmmnded the
of $14,300. The Alderman advised that the Tourist Seminar has been tentatively set
April 12th. in the Park Hotel.
AId. Swayze, Chairman of the Traffic Committee, advised that his Committee
~onsider tile parking on Bridge Street, just east of Stanley Ave. intersection.
tlis Worship the blayor reminded Council concerning the Public Library 'dinner
he held at 6 p.m, on January 31st. at the Sheraton-Brock }lotel.
BY-LAW
[oWing By-law was passed;·
* To appoint a memberof.~be Court-of ReviSion for the City of·Niagara. Falls .
for the year 1961.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. McCallum that AId. G. Martin
* Carried Unanimouely.
ORDERED on the motion of AId, G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that Rule 36 (2)
Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
reading, Carried Unanimously.
~irdReading . AId. Morton and Ald. G. Martin - Carried Unanimouely.
.I
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on time motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Geo. ~
Martin. j
READ AND ADOPTED, 6th. February, 1961.
Mayor
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
30th. January, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on January 30th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were-present. Ald. ~cCallum,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $50,675.55 were approved by
the Con~ittee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were ordered
placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council on the motion of AId.
McKinley and Ald. Morton.
The City Manager~s report on the application of A. Gampel and Co. Ltd.
for a building permit to cover alterations to the store front at 412-414 Queen Street
and for the erection of an interior partition to divide one of the existing stores
into two stores, at an estimated cost of $3,000. was presented for consideration.
ORDERED o~ the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald, F. Martin that the report be recetve~
and adopted and permit issued.
The Cor~nittee arose and reported to Gouncil on the motion of Ald. G. }~rtin'and Ald.
Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 6th. February, 1961.
Gler[{
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
30th. January, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
=!{:eetings, for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approvcd
! ~>y the Conmittee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship, Mayor Miller,
~.%,resided.
l! BY -LAW
~.]~e followin~_~y-law was J~asscd;
5975 - To provide monies for general purposes,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. F.I.Iartin that AId. McCallurn
he granted the privirege of introducing the by-law and the by-la~.: be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallurn and Aid. k"orton that Rule 36 (2)
the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Reading - AId. Morton and AId, Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
buncil adjourned on the motion of AId, G
A~ ADOPTED, 6th. February, 1961.
FIartin and Aid. McKinley.
Mayor,
SIXTH MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
6th.February, 1961.
No. 61 - NiaRara District Airport Connnission - requesting appointment o£ City
Solicitor, by the Council of the City of Niagara Falls, to the Niagara District
Airport Commission. ORDERBD on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId, Swayze that
the communication be received and filed and the appointment as requested be made.
SEE Resolution No. 35.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 4.30 p.m. on Monday, February 6th. ':'No. 62 - Railway Association of Canada Daylight Saving Time. ORDERED on the
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of '~ motion of AId. McKinley and AId. G. Martin that the communication be received and
Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the filed and as is the usual practice, Council endorse the dates accordingly; namely,
meeting, adopted these on the motion of Aid. G. Martin and AId. Swayse.
DEPUTATION
Captain Start, Armstrong of the Salvation Amy, was present at the meeting
and on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId, G. Martin was per~litted to address
Council. Captain Arms=rang advised that he was Major Hillts successor and
referred .to the increase .made by the City of Niagara Falls in the year 1960 to the
Salvation Amy Grace Haven Hospital in Hamilton and respectfully requested that
this yearts grant be the same as in 1960. He outlined in some detail the cost of
maintaining the hospital and pointed out that the Erants made by City Councils are
used strictly for the welfare of persons from .such communities,
His Worship expressed appreciation for Captain Armstrong*s attendance at
the meeting and advised that the matter would be dealt with by the Budget Con~nittee
when the Estimates are being prepared for the current year.
The CityManager.advised that an.offer had been received for the purch&se
of Lot 53, Plan 20, Homewood Avenue, where a house was demolished and was now being
presented as a sealed tender. ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald.G.
Martin that the tender received be opened and referred to the Property Coamittee for
consideration.
CO~4UNICATIONS
Laid over from previous meetings;
No. 20 - Niagara Falls & Suburban Area Planning Board - enclosing copy of staff
report ca Board*s activities in 1960 end requesting advice as to projects proposed
by the City during 1961. ORDBRED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. Swayze'
that the conanunication be received and filed and copy of the City Menagerie report
on the projects to be considered by the City Council, be forwarded to the planning
Board for their information. SEE Report No. 29.
No. 58 - A. R. Macklem Real Estate Broker - requesting use of Grime property on
Ferry Street as a site for a service station. GRDBRED on the motion of Ald. F.
Martin and AId. McKinley that the cormunication be received and filed and the
permission be not considered because of the by-law prohibiting erection of service
stations on Ferry Street.
SEE Report No. 30~
- AId. MeCallum arrived at the meeting -
The following Cormmnications were presented;
that Daylight Saving Time will become effective at 12:01 a.m, Sunday, April 30th.
1960 until 12:01 a,m. Sunday, October 29th.
No. 63 - Branch 51, Canadian Legion -requestinE use of Cakes Parr playing field
for Soccer Games. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, G. Martin and Ald, F. Martin that
~he communication be received and referred to the Parks and Recreation Co~littee for
consideration and a report.
N0.6~ - Greater Niagara Assoc, for Retarded Children - requesting grant for 1961.
No. 65 - Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce, Tourist Corl2tttee - requesting grant,
N0.66 - Kiwanis Music Festival - requesting grant for 1961,
N0, 67 - N. F, and Suburban Area Planning Board - requesting Erant for 1961,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald, McKinley and Ald, F. Martin that the communications
be received and referred to the Budget Couxaittee for consideration when the Estimates
are being prepared.
- AId. White arrived at the meeting -
N0, 68 ~ LoKan and KniEht- application on behalf of Frank Pearl to operate e mobile
Tastee-Freez Vending Unit, In connection with this con~unication, it was ordered on
~he motion of AId. C. Martin and AId. Swayze that Mr. Postl be heard. He advised
Council that the operation would be more or less on a home delivery basis and that
sales would not take place on business streets. He listed the items used in the
operation of the unit. ORDERED on the motion of AId. ~. Martin and AId. Swayze that
the communication be received a~d. referred to the Refreshment Vehicle Coamittee for
cossideration and a report.
N0. 69 - City of Windsor - resolution to amend The Municipal Franchise Extension Act.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. McKinley that the resolution be
'and filed inasmuch as the same has already been forwarded by the City of
~indsor to the Ontario Municipal Association for consideration in convention.
~. 70 - City of Kitchener - enclosing two resolutions; one to reduce age limit for
01d Age Pensions without a means test; and the second resolution' to increase Old Age
Pensions. ORDERED on the motion of AId. F. Martin and AId. Swayze that the resolutions
be received and filed inasmvchas the same have already been forwarded by the City of
Kltchener to the Ontario Municipal Association for consideration in convention.
REPORTS.
following Reports were presented;
lto. 29 * City Manager - reporting on major prpJects to be considered by Council during
1961. ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. 14~rtin and AId. Swayze that the report be
received and filed and a copy forwarded to the Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planning
80ard.
SgE C~unication 20.
N0. 30 - Property Connittee * reconnendinS that the application for permission to use
Ferry St. site for the location of a service station be not considered due to the
aFe
.o. ,9- cl.rk, ,ew,,.hip o, gt..fo,d- rcda. fer rop..d Joi.t mo.ti.,.II T tlo.s t. cff.ct on th,. straet. ,,.,ER,. o. tha .aria. of Ald. ,. Marti...d
on the motion of AId. F. Martin and AId. MaCelima t~t the conmunioation be rece ed McKinley that the report be received and adopted.
and filed and the meeting be held on Monday,evening, February 13th. at 8.45 p.m. ~ SBB Conmunicati~n.J~.
No. 60 - Clerk, Township of Stamford - r_e~uestiu8 appointment of a special couanittee - AId. Norton arrived at the meeting -
of the City Council to meet with ~ownship s Coogalilee No. ~ to study and report '~0. 31 - Negotiations Committee - report on meeting held Feb. let. and 3rd.to study
sport Sewage Treatment Plant, and submit their findings and rec~endations to a ~
future Joint meeting. ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum end Ald. G. Martin ~ed submission' of Civic Employees re working conditions end wage schedules. ORDERED on
that the cm~muniuation be receive~ anB filed and His Worship the Mayor be euther~ the moctono~ AId, McKinley and Ald, Sway~e that the report be received and filed.
to appoint the special cosmittee, as ~equesCed. Carried Uannimmasly. previous t o .
this action, Ald. McKinley moved thaC the communication be received end referred t
the Property Cemm tree; there was no seconder to this motion,
:] o. 37 - SWAYZg - McCALLUM - RESOLVED that the Council of the Corporation of the
No. 32 - Traffic Committee - recommending the elimination of parking on the north ' tion the Department of Highways for the province of
side of Huron Street for a distance of 50 feet west of St. Clair Avenue. ORDERED on ~ ity of N~ar~'~a~ Act, on expenditures
the motion of AId.McKinley and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted. ]~ntario for the Statutory Grant under The Highway Xmprovement hereto affixed.
,~de during the year 1960; and the Seal of the Corporation be
No. 33 - Traffic Committee - recommending no action with respect to'the removal of ~ Carried Unanim°usl~X'
parking from either side of Epworth Circle at the present time. OFaERED on the moti~ ]i
of AId. Morton and Ald. McCallum that the report be received and adopted.
J BY-LAWS
No. 34 - Traffic Committee - recommending no change in parking now pe~mttted on nor6
side of Bridge Street, east of Stanley Avenue, but signs be reworded to eliminate
confusion to motorists at that point. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Mor~on and Ald. '~.~he follow g -. -
~ followin B~-laws were p~saed;
White that the report be received and adopted.
~!~.o. 5976 - A by-law to authorize the execution of a deed to provincial Engineering
When Report No. 33 was under consideration, Ald~ McKinley requested that { ="""' Limited.
the Traffic Committee reconsider this matter and the possibility of the Board of
Education having more accommodation for parking facilities on their own grounds. $ ORDERED on the motion of Aid. McKinley apd Ald. Swayae that AId. McCallum
Ald. Morton advised that this was considered by the Traffic Comm~ttee~ Ald. Swayze 'be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
advised that it was discussed by himvlth Mr. H. Logan, member of the Board of ~reading. - Carried UnanimouslY.
Education and this topic was to be taken up at their next board meeting. that Rule 36 (2)
AId. G. Hartin queried about the parking conditions on Epworth Place i OFJ)BRED on the motion of AId. McCallum and Ald. P. Hartin
~f the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
and the infractions taking place; he referred to the conditions existing on the econd reading. - Carried Unanimously-
street, with motorists parking on both sides, making the street almost impassable,
and stated that this congestion occurs whenever activities are scheduled at the Third Reading AId. Morton and Aid. HcCallum - Carried UnanimouslY.
Collegiate.
His ~orship the Mayor advised that this matter will be taken up with
the Police Department. ~o. 597~ - To amend By-law Rambar 3791, being a by-law designating through highways.
No. 35 - ereparty Committee - recommending that the Department of Highways of ORDERED on the motion of AId. G, Martin and AId. Morton that AId. Swayze
Ontario be requested to retain Lot 134, Bender Hill or sell the same to the City of be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the 1st.
Niagara Falls. ORDERgD on the motion of AId. F. Hartin and Ald. Morton that the reading. - Carried Unanimously.
report be received and adopted.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId. F. Hartin that Rule 36 (2)
No. 36 -.City Clerk - advising of hearings scheduled by the Ontario Municipal Board of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
on February 16th. ORDERED on the mofiio~ of AId. 6. HaSten and Ald. Morton that the the second .reading.-, Carried UnanimouslY.
report be received and filed.
Third Reading - Aid. McCallum and Ald. McKinley - Carried UnanimouslY.
No. 37 - City Clerk - attaching copy of City Soliciterrs report concerning changes
made in Private Bills Committee on January 31st. concerning the Private Bill to
authorize establishment of a Bus Courtlesion and the operating of a Transit System. Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton a~d AId. F. Martin that the report be received Swayze.
and filed.
READ ANDADOPTED 13th. February, 1961.
No. 38 - City Clerk - reco~endtng issuance of licences. OBDERED on the motion of
Ald. McKinley and Ald..Swayze that the report be received and adopte~ and licences
issued accordingly.
No. 39 - Chief ~ade, Niagara Falls Fire Department - Annual Report for 1960 and
recommendations for 1961. ORDERED on the motion of AId..orion. and AId. C. Nattin ~
that the report be received and the recommendations be referred to the BudSet
~ Clerk ' "' '
Comnit~ee for consideration when the Estimates are being prepared.
. .
RESOLUTIONS
The followin2 Resolutions were '~assed|
No. 35 - ~.MARTIN - S~AYZg - RESOLVED that Mr. W. J. McBurney, Q.C. City Solicitor,
299 queen Street, be appointed as the third representative of the City of Niagara
Falls on the Niagara District Airport Cormlesion; and ~he Seal of the Corporation
be heretb affixed,
C~ied Unanimously.
~4orship the' M~yor' and Mem era of the City Council, be forwarded ~o the ~amily o~ the
' . ' ' tied Unanimously:
FINANCE NEETINt
Council Chamber,
6th.February,1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on February 6th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present. AId. HcCallum,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $53,377.66 were approved by
the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. G. Hartin.
The City Managerag report on the application of Bruno Henno and Jos.
Leitch of 1859 Ferry Street, for a permit to erect a plastic, illuminated sign,
at an estimated cost of $200. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted
and permit issued.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
Ald. Morton.
READ AR9 ADOFEED 13th. February, 1961.
RESOLUTION
The following Resolution was passed;
No. 38 ~ McCALLUN - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that Alderman Faho Hartin, Chairman of the
Property Committee, be authorized to accompany the City Manager to Ottawa, in order
to attend a meeting with the Board of Transport Co~nisstoners on Thursday, February
9th. in connection with the proposed new bridge on Victoria Avenue over the Canadian
National Railway tracks; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of AId. F. Martin and AId. Morton.
READ AND ADOFEED, 13th. February, 1961.
Clerk
Mayor.
Clerk
E Finance.
COUNCIL NBETIN~
Council Chamber,
6th.February,1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Neerings, for the purpose of passing the by*lawwhich covered the accounts
approved by the Committee. All Nembers of Council were.present. His Worship,
Mayor Miller, presided.
BY-LAW
The following By-law was passed;
No. 5978 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDEREDon the motion of Aid. C. Martin and AId, Swayee that AId, Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing the byelaW and the by-law be given
the first reading, - Carried Unanimously,
CaDaBED on the motion of AId. McCallumand AId, Norton that Ruke 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading, - Carried Unanimously,
Third Reading - AI~, Morton.and AId, McCallms - Carried Unanimously,
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
6th.February, 1961.
.The Conference Committee of the City Council assembled at the close of
the regula~ Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, February 6th, 1961, to consider
the items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were present. His Worship,
Hayor Miller, presided as Chairman.
After consideration of the items presented to them, the Committee adjourned on the
motion of Ald. F. !tartin and Ald. White.
READ A~H) ADOPTED, 13th. February, 1961.
Clerk
Chairman.
SEVENTH MEETING
Council Chamber,
13th.February,1961.
REGULAR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, February
13th. 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All
Members of Council were present, with the exception of Aldermen McKinley andSice,
The Council, having received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted
these on the motion of Ald. M~rton and Ald. F. Martin.
CO~NICATIONS
The following Connunications were presented;
No. 71 - Local Council of Women - membership and representation. ORDERED on the
motion of AId. C'. Martin and' AId. Swayze that' the ~vu~anicati0~ be' rec~ived,filed
and the membership fee be paid and Mrs. Franklin J. Miller, be re-appointed as
Council*s representative.
SEE Resolution No.39,
No. 72 - Niagara Falls Fire Fighters, Local 528 - invitation to supper in henour
of Deputy-Chief R.A.Thomas, at Park Hotel, Feb.28th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Swayze and Ald. Morton that the invitation be received, accepted and as many of the
members of Council as find it possible, attend.
No. 73 - Greater Niagara Hospital Association - requesting proclamation in
connection with Hospital Association Membership Week, Feb. 19th. to 26th. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. C. )fartin and Ald. Morton that the conuunication be received
and filed and proclamation be issued.
No. 74 - Irish-Canadian Soccer Club - requesting use of Cakes Park Soccer Field,etc.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Morton and AId. Swayze that the conuunication be
received and referred to the Parks and Recreation Concities for a report.
No. 75 - Canadian Council of the International Institute of Welding - re forth-
coming Tour in April and requesting civic reception for visiting delegate~. ORDERED
on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. G. Martin that the connunication be received
and referred to His Worship the Mayor and the Chairman of Finance for a report.
No. 76 - Lundyts Lane Historical Society ~ requesting grant. ORDERED on the 'mo~i0n
of AId. G. Martin and AId. F. Martin that the communicahion be received and
to the Budget Committee for consideration when the Estimates are b~ing prepared.
No. 77 - Board of Education - requesting Capital Funds for 1961 Renovations.ORDERED
on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the conuunication be received,
filed and the request be granted.
The following Couuunication was no~ received in time for inclusion on
this evehinges aganda, but it was ordered ~ad!.by the Clerk on the motion of AId,
"'~6~o~'a~d'Ald~'Swayze.' .............................
No. 78 - Sam Batsman - requesting permission to operate a two-way taxi radio at
1463 Valley Way, ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. Swayza that the
~nication be received end referred to the Property Countries for considera~i0n
and a .report,
The follo~inE Reports were presented;
i4o, ~0 - Equllment Gounittee - report on tenders received ~or new Fire Pamper for
HieSara Falls Fire Department,
Me./tl - Equipment Coscities - reco~uending the purchase of a LaYrants Fir~ Begins
and Foemite rumper at a not ~ost of 623~845, 0RDERgD on ~he'mti~ of Ald,G.~rcin
and AId, F, ~rtin ~t the r~or~s ha re0eived and filed and ~he rec~n~ion
the Equipment Committee be adopted. Carried by a vote of 3 to 2, the vote being -
Aye -Ald. G.ffartin, F. Nattin, McCallum; Nays -Ald. Morton and gwayze.
Previous to this action, it was ordered on the motion of Ald.G.Martin
and Ald. Morton that Mr. McKay be permitted to speak to Council. The speaker who
was present on behalf of King-Seagrave Limited, one of the firms submitting a
quotation for a pumper unit, queried as to the Equipment Couunittee's reasons for
reconnending as they had and proceeded to outline the merits of their pumper, the
names of the cities in which their unit is used and advised that Mr. Wilson,
representing the firm manufacturing the Waukesha motor was present. It was then
ordered on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. NcCallum that Mr. Wilson be permitted
to speak to Council; He proceeded to explain the merits and power of the Waukesha
motor and advised that an Agent is located in Toronto when parts were needed, It
was emphasized by the speakers that the Wauke~ha motor did not require high test
gasoline.
Ald. G. Martin, Chairman of the Equipment Committee, advised that the
type of unit required was discussed with the Municipal Mechanic and the Chief of
the Fire Department and when other municipalities were visited in order to inspect
their pumpere, the full case histories of the same were studied. The Alderman
pointed out that there were no complaints about the Waukesha motor other than the
subject of gasoline and it had been stated that the King-Seagrave Pumper required
high test gasoline but other than that it was not disqualified.in their deliberations.
Ald. Martin advised that his Committee had given quite a bit of study and had not
considered the matter blindly and inspection had been made of the pumper required
by the Fire Department and found to be most satisfactory in performance and appear-
anne and it was felt that.the pumper reconuended.by the Equipment Committee would
meet the requirements expected, and although the quotation of the LaFrance Pumper
was ~1,098. higher than the King-Seagrave Unit, it was an expenditure over the next
20 years and therefore it was felt by his Committee it was the t,~pe of equipment
which would give the most satisfactory results.
No. 42 - CityManaRer - report on meeting with Board of Transport Commissioners in
0t~awa on Feb. 9th. to discuss certain features affecting the construction of the
new bridge over the C.N.R.tracks on Victoria Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of AId.
G. Martin and Aid. Swayze that the report be received and filed.
No., 43 - City Clerk'- recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted and licences
issued accordingly.
RESOLUTIONS
The following Resolutions were passed;
No. 39 - G.NARTIN - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that Mrs. Franklin J] Miller be re-appointed
as Council~s representative on the Local Council of Women; and the Seal of the
Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
No. 40 ~ SWAYZE - MORTON ~ RESOLVED that a message of sympathy on behalf of His
~0rahip the Mayor and Members of Council be forwarded to Alderman A. J. McKinley
and Mrs. McKinley upon the death of their brother-in-law~ the late Mr. William J.
Hilson; and the 8eel of the Corporation be hereto affixed,
Carried Unanimously.
His Worship the Nayor requested the Traffic Co~nittee to study the
Parkingon Park Street between Bucklay Avenue and Victoria Avenue and consider the
inconvenience caused by one-way'traffic in that block, to the firm located on
~ctorie Avenue whose customers use the entrance off Park Street for picking up
their purchases and are compelled to drive around the entire block in order to
travel in the right direction on Park Street.
AId, Morton referred to complainta received about the traffic l'iSht
0nMecDonald at the Q,B.W. and the lenSthy period of time before pedestrians may
cross at that intersection,
AId, HcCallum referred to the Quick Car Wash located at Stanley and
larry Stree~ and the feet that a great.deal of conBastion was caused there on
aturday,
BY-LAW
The followin~ By-law was passed;
No. 5979 - To amend By-law Number 3790, being a by-law for the regulation of
traffic.
(PEERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. Morton that Ald.
Swayze be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be read
the first time. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId. McCallum that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. F. Martin and AId. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId.
Morton,
READ AND ADOPTED, 20th. February, 1961.
FINANCE NEKTIMG
Council Chamber,
13th .February, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on February 13th, 1961, for the purpose 0f
approvinS and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Conm~ittee were present, with the
exception of AId. McKinley and AId. ~hite, AId, McCallum, Chairman ~f. Finance,
presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $90,038.21 were approved
by the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
of AId, G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin.
The report of the Property Connittee on the two offers received for
the purchase of the premises known as 551 Fourth Avenue~ was presented. The City
ManaBet reported verbally in connection with the offer of Karl-Heinz Knoll and his
intention to erect an outside stairway and to remove a tree if permission is
obtained from adjoining property bwaers~ Before any further action was thken,
the Council Were advised as to the revised offer of H. IdaPierre, an employee of
the City of Niagara Falls in the Fire Department, who had increased his bid from
$5,500. to $6,000. FolloWing consideration of the Property Co~witteees report,
it was ordered on the motion of AIde Morton and Ald. G. Martin that the report be
received and adopted and the hi~hes~ bid, namely, $6,400..made by Karl-Heinz Knoll,
be accepted.
The City Manageres report ouClining the coverage on pressure v~ssels
of the City of Niaaara Falls, was presented for consideration. The report
to the limited coveraCe of insurance now in force and that an increase in the
per accident, to $!00rO0~. would coS~ $262.77 for three years, CF. DmD on Che
motion of AId. Morton and AId. Swayze that the report be received and referred
to the Property Committee for consideration, subject to the condition that a
binder be placed thereon to supply insurance at the increased rate until such
time as a decision is made as to whether the
balance of the year.
The City Manager's report on the application of Peter MotCola, 1845
Gladstone Avenue, for a permit to construct a second storey over the existing
concrete block double Satage at the rear of his premises, to be used for storage
purposes, at an estimated cost of $1,200. was presented for consideration. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. C. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and
adopted and permit be issued.
The Coemittee arose and reported to Council on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Aid.
Herton.
READ Ar~)ADOPTED, 20th. February, 1961.
Clerk
Chairman of Finance.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
13th.February,1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the teEslaT council and
finance meetings, for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
aPpr0ved by the Connittee. All Members of Council were present, with the exception
of Ald. McKinley and ~hite. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
BY-LAW
~he following By-law was passed;
No. 5980 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. F. Martin that AId.
McCallumbe granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be
read the first time. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId, Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing R~les of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Thir~ Reading -Ald, McCallom and Ald. Swayse - Carried Unanimously.
RgSOLUTION
~he followinaResolution was Dassedl
No. 41 - G,NARTIN - NcCALLIM - RESOLVED that the next regular meeting of Council
commanee at 4 p.m. on Monday, February 20th, 1961 instead of 7.30 p,m. and the Seal
0f the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Cart.led Unanimously.
His Worship the Mayor advised that Mr. Bruno of Canadian Beauty
Spectaculars who was to have been present at this meeting, would now attend the
meeting of February 27th, due to the joint Council Meeting scheduled for this
evening.
On the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. Harton, Council adjourned pending the
arrival of representatives of the Council of the Township of Stamford.
READ AEX~ ADOPTED, 20th, February, 1961.
Clerk
Mayor.
ADJ0gRNED MEETING
Council Chamber,
13th .February, 1961.
JOINT MEETING
Council re-convened at 9 p.m. on February 13th, 1961, in joint session
with the Council of the Township of Stamford for the consideration o£ various
items of common interest to the two municipalities.
Present for the City of Niagara Falls were: His Worship, Mayor ldiller
and all Members of the City Council, with the exception of Aldermen White and
Rinley. For the Township of Stamford - Reeve Mitchelson and all members of the
Township Council.
MAyor Miller, after calling the meeting to order, suggested that the
proceedings of the Joint meeting be in accordance with the agenda provided.
l. DISCUSSION WITH GREATER NIAGARA TRANSIT C(R44ISSIO_N
MAyor Miller requested Mr. Gear8e Mowers, Chairman of the Greater
Niagara Transit Conanission, to address Council, since it was on their request thai
it had been arranged for them to meet ~ith the Councils in Joint session.
Mr. Mowers reviewed the Audit and Financial Statement which was made
available to a, ll Nemb'ers of the two councils and gave some details as to operation,
etc. He discussed capital requirements and the deficit existing as of December
31st, 1960 and asked that the two councils consider reimbursing the Co~xnission
for the amount of the capital requirements' balance and the operating deficit,
consisting of $8,701.95 as to capital reluirements and $6,757.10 for operating
deficit, or a total of $15,459,05, such amount to be, of course, reimbursed to
the Commission on the basis of 50 percent City and 50 percent Township.
Following some discussion, it was ordered on the motion of Ald. 6.
Martin and Councillor W. Scott that the Addi/or's Report o~ the Co~xaission titairs
be received and that the balance of capital requirements as shown therein and
the operating deficit as sho~n therein, ba reimbursed to the Conmission and
referred to the respective BudSat ComiCtees for consideratign in BudSet Session.
, ~: .... :.,
Carried Unanimously,
CITYNaI~IGER~S REPORT ON WATER SUPPLY TO THE TOWNSHIP OF STANFORD
REPORT NUMBER
At the request of His Worship the Mayor, the Clerk proceeded to read
Mr. Orr's report in full and following the reading of the report, Reeve
Mitchelson made some coments and reviewed past events in connection with the
situation which brought about this report; and Mr. R. Jones, Chairman of Stamford
Public Utilities Co~ission also spoke, expressing his opinions and the hope that
the Council might be able cases its way clear to do something towards reduction
in rate, particularly where industry in the Township was concerned.
Follo~ing further discussion, it was ordered on the motion of AId.
H. Morton and AId. I. McCallum that the report be received and tabled and that
the Public Utilities Commission representatives take the matter back to their
Commission for discussion, it being understood that the matter is not at this
time closed. Carried Unanimously.
POSSIBLE CAPPING OF THE HYDRa CANAL
Following a discussion on this topic, and reference having been made
to the previous refusals of the Hydra Electric Power Connntssion, to consider such
action, and the request of the Winter Works Con~ittee that the matter be pursued,
it was ordered on the motion of Alderman H. Morton and Councillor S. Cotfield
that the ~inter Works Cou~ittee be advised that the two Councils will support any
action they may take to attempt to have this project carried out. Carried
Unanimously.
PROPOSED SEWAGE DISPOSAL PLANT SITE.
The City Manager advised the two Councils that there had been a meeting
in the a~ternoon of Comraittee Number ~ of the Township of Stamford and the Special
Committee of the Council of the City o~ Niagara Falls, concerning this matter and
requested that the Councils approve of the two Committees pursuing their studies
on sites for both plants and that a report be brought back to the two Councils.
It was then ordered on the motion of Alderman McCallum and Deputy Reeve Allen
that the request a~'stated by the City MAnager be approved. Carried Unanimously.
MATTERS PERTAINING TO PROPOSED I~RGER
Alderman G. MArtin, Chairman of the Joint Conxnittee on Merger, advised
His Worship, that 'it was deemed expedient to have this matter taken into Con£erence
for discussion and it was then ordered on the motion of Aid. G. MArtin and Councillor
Scott that this subject be dealt with in Conference. Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the 'motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. H. Morton
READ AND ADOPTED, 2Oth. February, 1961.
II
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
13th.February,1961.
The Councils of the City of Niagara Falls and the Township of Stamford
assembled in Conference on Monday, February 13th, 1961, to consider the various
items presented. All Members of the Councils were present, with the exception of
Aidemen McKinley and White. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided as Chairman.
After consideration of the items presented to them, the Con~nittee adjourned on the
motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton.
READ AND ADOFlED, 20th, February, 1961.
Clerk.
Chairman.
ADJOURNED MEETING
Council Chamber,
13th.February,l~Ol.
The Councils of the City of Niagara Fallsand the To~mship of Stamford
re-assembled in Joint Session on February 13th, 1961. All Members of the Councils
were present, with the exception of Aldermen McKinley and White.
His Worship Mayor Miller advised the two Councils that By-laws had
now beeh prepared for consideration by each of the Councils, to deal with a new
applicatio~ to the Ontario Municipal Board.
BY-LAW
The following By-law was passed;
No. 5981 - A by-law to authorize an application to the Ontario Municipal Board
' for an Order annexing the Township of Stanford, the VillaSe of Chippawa,
Parts of the Townships of WtllouShb7 Crowland and Thorold in the County
....... bf ~elland, par't of the Town of Th0r~td' h' the C0unt~ 0f ~ella~d and
part o~ the Township of Niagara in the County of Lincoln.
ORDERE) on the motion of Ald. H. Morton and Ald..McCallum that Ald.Ceo,
Mar~in be'granted the privileSe of introducing the by-law and the by-law be read
the first time. - Carried Unanimously.
OBD~R~D on the motion of AId. G. Bartin and AId. H. Morton that Rult 36
(2) of the StandinSRules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
8ivan the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Readin~ -'AId. I. McCallusandAld. O. Bartin - Carried Unanimously..
At this point, Reeve Mitchelson assumed the Chair and the Council of
the Township of Stamford passed a similar by-law.
RESOLUTIONS
The following Resolutions were passed;
No. 42 - G.MARTIN - H.MORTON RESOLVED that this Council engage J.T. Weir, Q.C.
of Toronto, as Counsel to act on its behalf upon an application to the Municipal
Board for the Annexation of the Township of ~tamford, the VillaSe of Chippawn,
part of the Town of Th0rold, and parts of the Townships of Niagara, Crowland,
Thorold and Willoughby; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried UnanimousIX.
No. 43 - G. F~RTIN - H. MORTON - RESOLVED that this Council instruct J.T.Weir, Q.C.,
that subject to any reconmendations which he may make w~ith regard to the application,
he shall vigorously press for the annexation of the lands as set out upon the
application, but shall be authorized to make all such decisions as may be necessary
durin~ the Ontario Municipal Board hearings, and this Council is agreeable to accept
any decision which the Ontario Municipal Board n~y render upon the application; and
the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried UnanimousIX.
At this point, Reeve Mitchelson assumed the Chair and the Council of the
Township of Stamford, took similar action.
At this point, consideration was Siren to the possibility of a joint
msetin~ of all three area councils in the very near future and on advice from Mr.
HuSSins, Clerk of the Township, thet'Recve Wei8htman of Chippawn had suggested
that it be the night of Thursday, the 23rd. of February, at 7.30 p.m. in the City
Hall.
RESOLUTION
!he following R~solution was passed;
N0. 44 - H.MORTON - DEPUTY REEVE AttgN - RESOLVED that the next joint meeting of
the three area councils be held in the Council Chamber at the City Hall on the
eveninE of Thursday, the 23rd. of February, at 7.30 p.m. and the Seal of the
Corporation be hereto affixed,
Carried Unanimouslx.
The Council Meeting adjourned on the motion of AId. McCallam and AId. Swayse.
ADOPTED, 20th. February, 1961.
51
EIGHTH MEETING
Council Chamber
20th. February, 19
REGULAR MEETING
pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 4.00 p.m. on Monday, February
20th. 1961, for the ~urpose of considering general business and finance. All
Members of Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes
of the previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. ~/hite and Ald.F.Martin.
AId. HcKinley arrived at the meeting.
COte{UNECATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No, 78 - Sam Batsman - requesting permission to operate a 2-way taxi radio at
1463 Valley Way, (~DERED on the motion of Ald, F.Martin and Ald, Swayze that the
con~nunication be received and filed and permission be not granted, due to the
fact that said Operation would be contrary to by-law 5335 and the residence in
question is in a residential area. SEE Report
The following C~nications were presented;
No. 79 - CanadianManaging gditors~ Conference - invitation to luncheon being
sponsored by the City of Niagara Falls on Feb. 25th. at Sheraton~Brock Hotel.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. Morton that the invitation be
received, accepted and as many of the members of Council and their wives' as find
it possible, attend.
No. 80 - Lionss Club - invitation to Civic Night on Feb. 28th. at Brock Hotel.
eRDaBED on the motion of Aid. G. Martin and AId. Morton that the invitation be
received, accepted and as many of the members of Council as find it posstble,atten~
No. 81 - Kiwanis Club - requesting pern~tssion to erect a banner across Victoria
Avenue at Epworth Places in connection with annual Music Festival taking plac~
fromFeb. 27th. toM arch llth. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId.
F. Martin that the cou~nuni~ation be received and permission granted, subject to
'the approval of the Local Hydro Commission.
No. 82 - Greater Niagara Baseball Association - requesting grant.
No. 83 - Niagara Peninsula JOint Co"~nittee on Higher Education - ~eque~Uing grant,
No. 84 - Niagara Falls Kiltie B~ass Band - requesting grant.
No. 85 - NiaZara Memorial Militaires - requesting grant.
No. 86 - St. Annts Symphonic Band - requesting grant. 08DERBD on the motion of
Ald. G. Martin and AId. ~/hite that the con~nUnications be received and referred to
the Budget Cou~nittee for consideration when the Estimates are being prepared.
No. 87 - Niagara Falls & Suburban Area Planning Board -.reques=inS a Joint grant
of $6,~00. to Urban Renewal Cousnittee for 1961.
No. 88 - MisSera Falls and Suburban Area Plannin Board - requesting a Joint 8ran~
of $8,000. tO Technical Co-ordinating Committee ~ 1 OF, DEItBD on
or 19~ . the motion
of'Al~. McKinley' and AId.' Swayse' that the con~uuication~' be' received' and' referred
to the J~int meeting of Councils scheduled for Thursdays February 23rd.
No. 89 - Greater Niagara Unitads Canadian Cancer 8ociety - requesting proclamation
of Cancer Month and Daffodil Sunday. in April. O~DBRBD on the motionof Ald.F..
Martin and AId. Morton that the communication be received and. filed and proclsma=i~
issued as requested.
No. 90 - Welland County Probation Officer - Annual Reports. CSDBRED on ~he motion
.of AId. O. Mar~in and Ald. Mar~on ~hat the communication and reports be received
and tabled for one week for perusal by Council.
No. 91 - City of S~. Thomas~- resolution re trausien~ photoSraphers. e~DBR~D on
~hemociou of Aid. Mc~inle~ and Ald. Morton ~hat-Che.~esolution be receiVed and
eudorsed..'.Carzied, with Ald. White-contrary.
No. 92 - Sunset Haven - Use of Institution. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton
and Ald. McCallum that the communication be received and referred to the Joint
Merger Committee.
No. 93 - Mr. Malcolm Lundy - Ambulance Service - ORDERED on the motion of AId.Morton
and Ald. McKinley that the communication be received and the portion dealing with
improved first-aid equipment at the Memnorial Arena be referred to the Arena, Parks
and Recreation Committee; and, the portion of the co=raunication dealing with improved
Ambulance Service be referred to the Joint Ambulance Conunities.
REPORTS
The following Reports were presented;
No. 44 - Property Co~ittee - recounending permission be not granted to Hr.Bateman
to operate a 2-way taxi radio at 1463 Valley Way, due to the fact that the residence
in question is located in a residential area and the proposed operation would be
contrary to By-law 5335. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F, Martin and Ald. Swayze
that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Coumaunication 78.
No. 45 - Negotiations Cou~nittee - report on meeting Feb. 17th. with Twp. represen-
tatives re requests for changes in working conditions and salary and wage schedules
as submitted by employees of both municipalities. ORDERED on the motion of AId. G.
Har~in and Ald. Morton that the report be received and filed.
No. 46 - Traffic Committee - re traffic light at MacDonald and Q.E.~. and suggesting
check by Dept, of Righways with representative of City of Niagara Falls present ~hen
check is mode, ORDERED on the motion of AId, Morton and Ald,.F. Martin that the
report be received and adopted,
No. 47 - Traffic Committee - recommending Police Dept. be requested to enforce
parking restrictions on west side of Stanley south of Ferry St. and to notify operator
of ~uick-~ash that his customers will be prosecuted if restrictions are not obeyed.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. McCallum that the report be received
and adopted.
No. 4~ - Traffic Comit~ee - recommending no change in one-way traffic on Park St.
between Bucklay and Victoria Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Aid.
~hite that the ~eport be received and adopted.
In connection with thisitem, which his W~rship the Mayor had introduced at the
prelous meeting, the Mayor expressed the hope that the Traffic Con~nittee had given
serious study to this problem, as he had been mode aware of the fact that a business
concern located on Victoria Avenue was suffering loss of business, because their
customers were forced to circle the block in order to reach the rear entrance on
Perk Street, in order to pick up their purchases; and the firm was appealing the
business assessment for this reason.
N0. ~9 - Cit~ Clerk - advising of results of hearings of the Ontario Municipal Board
held on February 16th, at the City Hall. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. 6. Martin
andAid. NcCallum that the report be received and filed.
SEE Resolution
No. 50 - City Clerk - report of Conference held on Feb. 13th. ORDERED on the motion
0f Ald. G. Martin and'AId. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
The next item, not listed on the aSenda, was ordered read on the motion
AId. G..Martin and AId. White.
No. 51 - City Clerk - reco~-nendinS issuance of licences. O~DERBD on the motion of
ald, Morton. and AId,. F, . Martin. tha~. the report. be received. and. adop~ed. and .li.ce~.c~s
issued accordingly0.
RESOLUTIONS
.The followinn Resolutions were passed;
N0, ~5 . McKII~Y - 8WAYZE - ERSOLVED that ~he City Manager and City Clerk be requested
to consider and present a report on the possibility of legislation being placed on the
S0~tutes which would provide that where restricted area by-laws are proposed and no
Carried Unanimousl ,
No. 46 - NORTON - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that a messese of sympathy on behalf o£ His
Worship theMayor and Members o£ the City Council be foxwarded to the family of
the late l~. Stanley E. Thomson, Rydro Co~ntssioner and highly esteemed resident
of this community for a great number of years; and the Seal of the Corporation
be hereto affixed. Carried Unanimously.
No. 47 - G.MARTIN - MORTON - RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Niagara Falls
request the Department of Highways of the Province of Ontario to transfer $3,750.
from RoadMaintenance to Road Construction under By-law Number 5863; and the Seal
of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously..
No. 48 - MORTON - F.MARTIN - RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Niagara Falls
approve the amendment of Form l~ 26 attached to and forming part of Supplementary
By-law Number 5888; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
BY-LAWS
The following By-laws were passed}
No. 5982 - To authorize the execution of a deed.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. !!artin and Aid. Morton that Ald.
McCallumbe ~ranted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be read
the first time· - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCalltun and Ald. Swayze that Rule .36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
· the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - A'ld. Morton and AId. McCalltun - Carried Unanimously.
· "o? 5983 - A by-law to amend By-law Number 5149, regarding tourist est~biistunents,
CRDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that Ald. Faho
Hartin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the byelaw be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald.-F. Hartin and Ald, Swayze that Rule 36
.(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton andAid. F. Hartin - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId, G. Hartin'and Ald.
Morton,
READ Ale ADOFrED, 2~th. Febrnary,1961.
FINANCE WEETINt
Council Chamber,
20th.February,1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on February 20th. 1961, for the purpose
of approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly
certified and placed before them. All Members of the Con~nittee were present.
Ald. HcCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $142,145.27 were approved
by the Con~ttee0
The Accounts submitted, being passed or other~fise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
of AId. G. Hartin and Ald. White.
Previous to the above action, Voucher Number 633, payable to the W. L.
Sallentine Company Limited, for repairs to the bullclam, was questioned and Ald,
~. Martin, Chairman of the Equipment Committee, was of the opinion that such major
repairs should have been brought to the attention of Council before being carried
on, and an account of such proportions should not be presented~rlthout approval
of the work having been given beforehand.
Aid. McKinley concurred, and was of the opinion that the Municipal Garage
mechanics should be in a position to ascertain whether n~.jor or minor repairs are
required on such units.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. C. Hartin and AId. McKinley that Account
Nu~nber 633 be referred to the City Manager and in future, any accounts for major
repairs to equipment be presented to Council for approval before the work is
proceededwith, Carried Unanimously,
The. Cv~--it~Oe. aro2e~and. repOr~ed,~o Council ~.th~.~Ot~0~. Of.A~d~.McK~leY.~.n.d..Ald.
Hotton,
READ A~D ADOFrED, 27th. February, 1961.
COUNCIL RENTING
Council Chamber,
20th,February, 1961,
The Coeuittee re-assembled at th~ close of the regular council and
finance meetings for the put. pose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
appr0~ed b~ the Co~m tree, All Members of Council Mere present, His Worlip, :
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ORDERED on the motion of AId. 14cKinley and AId. G. 14artin that Aid.
given ~he first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Ald, ~cKinley referred to the recent by-law which ~d been passed
and which has been fo~arded eo the Transport Department for approval and which
will prohibit parking on the north side of Huron St. 50 feet west
curb on St. Clair Avenue, and pointed out that there are si~law restrictions on
the south side of Huron Street but was of the opinionthat the sign desi~ating
this restriction is not coo readily seen by motorists and tMC an additional
sign should be erected.
Council adjourned on the motion of Ald. NcKinley and Ald.
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NINTH MEETING
Council Chamber,
23rd.February,1961.
SpECIAL MEETING
The CouUcils of the'City of Niagara Falls, Township of Stamford and the
Village of Chippawn assembled in joint session at the Council Chamber, City Hall,
'on February 23rd. 1961, at 7.30 p.m. for the purpose of discussing various grants
2which might be considered on an area basis.
Present were: City of Niagara Falls, Mayor Miller and all members of
ithe City Council, with the exception of Ald. Morton; Township of Stamford, Reeve
iMitchelson and all members of the Stamford Council; Village of Chippawn, Reeve
iWeightman and all members of the Village Council.
His Worship Mayor Miller called the meeting to order and advised as to
tits purpose and suggested that the Councils consider the items one by one as
~contained in the list in front of each member.
'.1. _Niagara Falls and Suburban Area planninBo~
The Planning Board had filed a request for a total sum of $37,717. for
l the year 1961 and following discussion, it was ordered on the motion of Reeve
Mitchelson and Councillor MacBain that the total amount for this purpose for the
year 1961 be established at $35,000. and that it be allocated to the several
municipalities on the basis of $67o for the City of Niagara Falls; 607° for the
Township of Stamford and 47° for the Village of Chippawn. Carried Unanimously.
2. Greater Niagara Tourist Committee.
3. Greater Niagara'Industrial Committee.
Amounts of $14,300. each for these two Committees of the Chamber of
Commerce were previously approved 'in total and were indicated as being acceptable
to the two Committees of the Chamber and with reference to the ma~ter of allocation,
it was moved by AId. Gee. Martin that the amount of $28,600. be approved and
allocated on the basis of the Hospital Debt Charges percentages. There w~s no
seconder to this motion.
Reeve Weightman of Chippawa announced that the Council of the Village
of Chippawa was not ready at this time to participate in these amounts.
Following discussion it was ordered on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
4. Greater Niagara United, Appeal. .
'There being no formal request for funds for the year 1961 on this
r item, ~t was ordered on the motion of Ald. White and Deputy Reeve Clarke
~5, Niagara Frontier Humane Society. ,'
iZ The Society having indicated that the amount on the bame basis as last
: uld be acce table, it was ordered on the motion of AId. White and Councillo
· allocated on the basis of the Rospita! Deb g P '
6. Traffl'c Study re Report from Technical Cooordinating Committee.
· following discussion in which it was a8 of AId Gee Martin and Councillor Corfiel
~Ci~y of Niagara Falls; 36% for ~he Towship of 8~am~o~d and ~% for ~e Vii!aSs o
:Chippawn. Carried Unanimously. ' '
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Urban Renewal Studies
The amount requested in this case was $6,500. and it was agreed that
Chippawa would not be affected to any extent in connection with this topic and
following some discussion, it was ordered on the motion of Ald. McCallum and
Councillor Sexsmith that the amount of $6,500. be approved and allocated on the
basis of 657° to the City of Niagara Falls, and 35% to the Township of Stamford.
Carried, with Councillor MacBain contrary.
Canadian Cancer Society
It was ordered on the motion of Ald. White and Councillor Potter that
the amount in this case be the same as last year, $525. and allocated on the basis
of the Hospital Debt Charges percentages. Carried Unanimously.
Niagara Falls Music Festival
It was ordered on the motion of Councillor Charlebois and Councillor Scott
that in this ease, the amount be the same as last year, $450, and be allocated on the
basis of the Hospital Debt Charges per centages. Carried Unanimously.
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Greater Niagara Retarded Children's Association.
It was ordered on the motion of Deputy Reeve Clarke and AId,. Faho Martin
that the amount of the grant be established at the same figure as last year, $1,600.
and allocated on the basis of the Hospital Debt Charges percentages, Carried Unanimously.
SEE Resolution No. 49.
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Lundy's Lane Historical Society
It was ordered on the motion of Reeve Mitchelson and Councillor Sexsmith
that the amount in thls case be the same as last year and allocated on the basis of
the Hospital Debt Charges percentages. Carried Unanimously.
12. Boys' Club of Greater Niagara
. It was ordered on the motion of Aid. McKinley and Reeve Mitchelson that
in Lhis case, the total amount be set at $2,700. and that it be allocated on the basis
of two-thirds to the Township of Stamford and one-third to the City of Niagara Falls,
Carried. "
13. Canadian Mental Health Assoc, iation.
It was ordered on the motion of Councillor Potter and AId. Gee.Martin
at in this case, the total amount be set at $1,600. to be allocated on a 50-50 basis
It was ordered on the motion of Ald. White and Councillor Sexsmith that
espital Debt. Charges per cenSUSes. Carried Unanimously.
15. Niagara Falls Historical Museum Society
It was ordered on the motion of Aid. Faho Martin and AId, McCallum that the
y of Niagara Falls provide $300. for this purpose for the year 1961, being the same
unt as that already provided by the Township of Stamford, Carried Unanimously.
RESOLUTION
folio. i...e.olutio. wn.
COre:~er .iaBara Reta,ded Children's Associa~ion in its aCte. Ce
t of Education, grants on ~he same basis as Chose ~or noml chlldrenl
eal of the Co~porac~on be here~o affixed.
Carried Unani~Usly.
Reeve Weightman of Chippawa asked His Worship the Mayor if it would be
in order to introduce at this time one or two other topics and was advised that it
would be and Reeve Mitchelson concurred.
Reeve Weightman then recited the difficulties that are being experienced
and will be experienced by Willoughby Township with reference to school debentures
and the effect of possible annexation on pupils suggesting that there be some actiom
to bring about the set up now which would obviate this necessitY.
His Worship theMayor questioned Reeve Mitchelson as to whether he had
anything to say concerning this matter and was advised that the Reeve did not care
to make any comments until he had heard from the Chairman of the Joint Merger
Committee. Ald. Geo. Martin on beingqueried by His Worship stated that he also
had no co~anents to make at this time since these matters were now in the hands of
a leading counsel.
Reeve Weightman then brought up the topic of publishing joint
proclamations by the three municipalities and questioned the value of such
ensued on this particular phase of the
proclamations, A lengthy discussion then made by Councillor MacBain, seconded by
municipalities' activity and a motion was
Deputy Reeve Clarke that in the future, Councils only issue such proclamations when
requested by groups or organizations, if these groups ar organizations were prepared
to pay for ouch publication.
Following a further discussion, Deputy Reeve Clarke withdrew his
seconding and it was then ordered on the motion of Deputy Reeve Clarke and Alderman
McCallum that a committee comprising one member of each council and the three clerks
of the municipalflies be established to consider and report to their respective
councils as to policy in this regard. This motion was carried with Councillor
MacBain being opposed.
Mayor Miller then named Ald. McKinley,;Reeve Mitchelson named Councillor
Scott; and Reave Weightman named Councillor Charleb0is to the said~con~nittee.
Councillor MacBain then referred to the question of ambulance and the
apparent need for activity on the part of the committee set up to consider this
matter and was advised by His Worship the Mayor ~that the Council of the City of
Niagara Falls had named its representatives and Reeve Mitchelson then named
Councillors MacBain and Sexsmith and Reeve Weightman stated that he and Deputy
Reeve Clarke would serve on such a committee.
There being no further business for the discussion of the Councils~ it was ordered
on the motion of Deputy Reeve Clarke and AId. Faho Martin that' the Councils adjourn.
READ AND ADOFrED, 2?th. February, 1961.
TENTH b~ETING
Council Chamber,
27 th .February, 1961.
REGULAR MEETIE~
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, February
27th. 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance, ,Ill blembers
of Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous regular and special meetings, adopted these on the motion of Ald.Swayze
and Ald. McCallum,
C0bR~UNICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No. 90 - Probation Officer - enclosing annual reports of Juvenile and Family Court.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that the communication
be received and filed.
Thee. following Cgmmunications were p~.sse~;
No. 94 - Downtown Businessmen's Association - req. permission to decorate parking
meters in connection with Promotional Program, March 9, 10 and llth. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. G, Martin and AId. McKinley that the communication be received and
referred to the Traffic Committee with power to act.
N0.95 - Greater Niagara Victorian Order of Nurses - Annual Meeting, March 8th.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the communication be
received and filed and as many of the members of Council as find it possible, attend.
No. 96 - ~ntario Teen-ARers Study Alcohol - requesting permission to hold a tag day,
April 15th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. McCallum that the
communication be received and referred to the City Clerk or City Manager for sub-
mission of a report before any action is taken. Carried Unanimously. Previous to
this action, it was moved by Ald. White and seconded by Ald. Morton that the request
be grauLea, but this motion was later withdrawn.
N0. 97 - Fire InspeCtors' Conference - advising of forthcoming Annual Fire Inspectors'
Conference to be held in Niagara Falls, April 19th, 20th. and 21st. The City Clerk
9dvised Council that the Fire Chief had informed him that our Fire Inspector is now
amember of this Association and the Fire Chief is making provision in his Estimates
~r this Conference. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. F. Martin that the
c~mmunication be received and filed.
~. 98 - Niagara Falls & District Labour Council - requesting permission to hold a
Carnival on August 3rd. 4th. 5th. and 7th, 1961 at the Bridge St. grounds. ORDERED
the motion of Ald. C. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication be received
a~ referred to the Parks and Recreation Committee for consideration and a report.
99 - Niagara Falls Minor Hockey Association - requesting grant of $300. in the
......... ,EDo. themetio. of ld. Morto. a.d ld. Sway-eth.t thecomm..icatio.
' Mayor. e e d and referred to the Budget Committee for consideration when the Estimates
ale being prepared.
S~00 ' Can.Fed. of Mayors and Municipalities - requesting proclamation of National
rtth Week, .~.rch 12th. to 18th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
"refer edtetheSpeelalcommitteeon
.101 - Tsxaco Canada Limited - requesting extension of time in connection with
illdinS Permit for construction of a service station on Main Street. ORDERED on the
ti0n of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and filed
dthe request for asix months~ extension be 8ranted.n
No. 102 - 9i~of Galt- resolution to request Ontario Water Resources Conmission
to subcontractors
to adopt b~nding methz~ds of Highways Department to ensure payments
and labourers. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that the
communication be received and referred to the City Clerk to ascertain from the City
of Galt their reasons for such resolution.
_ ndsor - resolution to curb spread of Dutch Elm Disease. ORDERED
No. 103 ~~rtin and Ald. Swayze that the resolution be received and
Ald
on the motion of . ·
endorsed.
No. 104 - Cjown Assets Disosa~lCorp.oratio-- n - outlining procedure for submitting
offer to purchase Armoury and site at 1851 Victoria Avenue. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinleY that the communication be received. and referred to
the City Manager, Mayor and City Engineer to submit a report as soon as possible to
ascertain what use could hem ads of this building and the City Manager be given
authority to forward any letter that will be necessary to make it known that the
City of Niagara Falls ~Y be interested in this propertY, pending submission of the
report at the next Council Meeting.
No. 105 - Ki~mill-~Mills~Barrett & Finlas~' enclosing a copy of Notice
of Application t6 the Bo~rd of Transpo~ommi~sioners for Canada, in connection
with proposed re-routing of train 358 via Fort Erie and abandonment of passenger
service, Niagara Falls· ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze
that the communication be received and filed and the City Clerk be authorized to
prepare and submit a protest.
No. 106 - Mjnist___er of T;~nso_p_~ - enclosing copy of the Manual of Uniform Traffic
Control Devices for Canada. ORDERED on the motion 6f Ald. McKinleY and Ald. Faho
Martin that the communication be received and filed.
Association ' re membership Contract. ORDERED on
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No. 107 - NiaarK~-{-District Credit
the motion of Ald. McKinleY and Ald. Morton that the con~nunication
referred to the Budget Committee for consideration when the Estimate~ are being
prepared. The next communications were ordered considered together, on ~he motion
of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. ~hrtin..
No. 108 - Raids Tavern ~td~ - requesting the closing and conveyance of a laneway.
No. 109 - R_~Pid~t-d7 ' requesting rezoning of residential area to commer-
cial status. 'ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that 'the
communications be.received ~nd referred to the property Committee for consideration
and a report.
The followin~eports wer~ presentJ{;
No. 52 ' City Manager - reconmne~ding the attendance of H. C. ~aur and E. Naylot
at Course sponsored by Barber-6reene of Canada Ltd. at D6n Miils, March l~t.& 2ha.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. C. Martin and Ald. P. Martin that the report and
recommendation be received and adopted.
by-laws. 'ORDERED o~h~ ~o~i'~'onof Ald, McKinley and AId. Morton that theof
hereeetvedandedoptedandae°Te ie;tJe ,b;efje :;Ztottfi: Z;t: anamcn '
men~ to the~arto Mu~t~Pa~ea by-laws in the s~s~nne=.
~o~ approval o~ ~sst~ '
No. 54 - ~' adv~stnB o~ decision o~ ~ta=io Huni~ipal Board ~e appX~-
cation ~or change in zoning on North Main St=ee~ ~r~S~er St. to North St.
~D~RD on the motion st Ald. e. ~=tin and Aid. McOatlum that the report be
f
No. 57 - City EnRineer - report on attendance at City Engineers' Meeting in Toronto',
Feb,2Oth.ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald.F.Martin that the report be
received and filed.
The following By-laws were~9_a~ssed~;
No. 5985 - A by-law to appoint a member of The Hydro-Electric Commission of
Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. McKinley and AId. McCallum that Aid.
Swayze be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading· - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the S~anding Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
No. 5986 - A by-law to amend By-law Number 5934, passed onthe 3rd. day of October,
1960, being a by-law to amend By-law Number 5335 (1955 as amended) which
is a by-law to regulate the use of land and the use, location, spacing,
height and area of buildings and structures within the City of Niagara
Falls.' '
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that Ald. Faho
Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Aid. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the-by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - Aid. McCallum and AId. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
Prior to the action taken bn By-law Number 5986, Alderman Gee. Martin
queried whether restrictions would be invoked similar to those prevailing on
Victoria Avenue, Ferry Street, Lundy's Lane and on portion of Main St. between
North St. and Deleware. ~he Alderman was particularly concerned about the erection
of garages or Service stations.
The City Clerk advised as to the permitted in C-1 areas and the fact
that the servi~e-' stations are included, but that in order to restrict such erections,
another amending by-law would have to be passed and approved by the Ontario Municipal
Beard. The City Clerk further advised that By-law No. 5986 only deals with the
requirement of an adequate chain link fence and a five-foot planter strip at the
rear of the property' to be used as an undertaker's establishment. It was then ordered
on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Aid. Martin that the Property Committee submit a
report as to the possibility of bringing in a By-law that would provide the required
restrictions. Carried Unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS
His Worship Mayor Miller referred to the fact that the Bell Telephone
~lree have now been removed from Main Street and the Hydro lines also and was o~ the
opinion that when the Budget Estimates are being dealt with th.is year, some consider-
ation should be given to the sidewalks on Main Street similar to the work done on
~eee Street.
AId. McKinley queried about the removal of Bell Telephone lines on Clifton
i!ll and was advised by the City Manager that he had explained the situation to Mr.
bert Iannuzze111 on Friday and he is going to speak to Mr. White of the Bell
lophone Company.
His Worship Mayor Miller referred to the desires of the North End Business
n's Association in connection with the possible widening or changing of the entrance
received and it.led.
No, 55 ' City Clerk - necessi.tY of appointment o~ a ~eplacemsnt of a m~nber of to Queen street off River Road, with the thought in m~nd that such a change would mean
the Local liydro Commission due to the demise of the late Mr, Stanley E. Thomson, d that an increase of tourists would find their way to .the queen Street shopping section,
ORDERED on the moti6n of AId. gwayze and AId. F. Martin that the report be receive At the request of AId.. Swayze the City Manager was authorized to consider
and filed and Mr. George. Burley be so appointed' ~ the lighting on Rosedale Drive, '
issued acCo~dinBl~, -
At the request of Ald. McCallum, the Traffic Committee were authorized
to consider the advisability of some warning sign to assist the motorists travellin~
east on tluron Street, that there is two-way traffic on the other end of the inter-
section at Erie and Huron Street.
The City Manager advised that the lighting on Robert Street will be
considered, after the sections of watermains, have been taken care of.
Ald. Faho Martin referred to the bad condition of Ferguson Street and
the sidewalks also, and was advised that action to remedy conditions cannot be taken
at this time of the year.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 6th. March, 1961.
Mayor.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Coca Cola Limited
for a building permit to cover alterations to the offices at their premises at 2158
Main Street, at an estimated cost of $4,000. was presented for consideration. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and
adopted and permit issued.
The C~ty Manager's report on the application of L. Stein, for permission
to erect a wooden sign at 429 Queen Street, at an estimated cost of $30. was presented
for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald, Swayze that the
report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of Gerald Ninacs for a permit
to erect a sign at 1986 Lundy's Lane, at an estimated cost of $10. was presented for
consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the report
be received and adopted and permit issued.
The OityManager's report on the application of the Renown Printing Co,
to erect a metal sign at 144 Bridge Street, at an estimated cost of $55. was presented
for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report
be received and adopted and permit issued.
The Comnittee arose and reported to Council on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Aid.
McKinley.
READ AND ADOPTED, 6th. March, 1961.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
27th.February,1961'
The Finance Meeting was held on February 2?th, 1961, for the purpose
of approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certi'
lied and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present. Ald.
McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry: Accounts submitted in the amount of $41,888.63 were approved
by the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or othet~ise dealt with,I were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council,'on the motion
of AId. McKinley and Ald. Swayze.
The City Manageras report on the account submitted by W. L. Ballsatins
Co. Ltd. for repairs to the bull clan, was presented for consideration. ORDERED
on the moEion of Aid. G. Martin and Ald. 8wayze that the report be received and
filed. Ald. G. Martin, Chairman of the Equipment Committee, ~as still of the
opinion that repairs of any major proportions should be brought to the attention
of the Equipment Committee, before any arrangements are made to repair the same,
in order that the Equipment Committee may have the opportunity of investiSatinB
and submitting their report to Council.
Clerk
Chairman of Finance.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
27th.February, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
Seerings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approved by
he Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship, Mayor Miller, pre-
sided.
BY-LAW
Fh~_elollowina By-law was passed;
To provide monies for general.purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId, F. Martin that Ald.McCallum
The City Manager's report on the application of Niagdra Dry BeYerases' egranted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
1730 Ferry Street, for a building ~nuit to cover additions and alterations to Seeding.. Carried Unanimously.
their premises, at an estimated cost of ~47,000.00 was presented for considerati0~'
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId, F, liartin that. the report be received ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallumand Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
~ the Standing Rules o~ Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
and adopted and permit .issued, ec0nd reading. - Carried Unanimously.
bird Reading -Ald, Swayze and AId, McCallurn - Carried Unanimously,
~is Worship, Mayor Miller, reminded the members of Council of the
events taking place on Tuesday evening, February 28th, namely, the Lions Civic
Night, commencing at 6.15 p.m. at the Sheraton-Brock Hotel and the testimonial
dinner £or Deputy Fire Chief Robert Thomas, to be held at 7 p.m. at the Park Hotel.
Following the Council Meeting this evening, Mr. John C. J. Bruno,
Executive producer of Canadian Beauty Spectaculars Limited, presented the film of
the Beauty pageant held in 1960.
Council adjourned on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. F. Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 6th. March, 1961.
COURT OF REVISION
Council Chamber,
3rd.March, 1961.
A Court of Revision on the Local Improvement Works constructed in the City
of Niagara Falls, in the year 1960, was held in the Council Chamber on
Friday, March 3rd, 1961, commencing at 10:00 A.M.
Clerk
The following Member~ were present;
Mr. Albert Benson, Chairman
Nr. Hugh Hart.
There being no appeals, the Court adjourned.
Clerk
Chairman,
ELEVENTH MEETING
Council Chamber,
6th.March, 1961.
REGULAR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30.p.m. on Monday, blarch 6th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and Finance. All Members of
Council were present, with the exception of His Worship, Mayor Miller. Enacting
Mayor George Martin presided. (See Resolution Number 50). The Council, having
received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted fl~ese on the motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. White.
DEPUTATION
Mr. W. Hague, President of the Niagara Falls and District Labour Council,
was present at the meeting in connection with their request for permission to sponsor
a carnival at the Bridge Street grounds on August 3rd, 4th. 5th. and 7th, It was
ordered on the motion of Ald, Morton and Ald. Swayze that he be permitted to speak.
Mr. Hague referred to the permission which was granted in ]960 and after
listening to the report of the Property Committee~s rcconm~endation that permission
be not granted this year, he expressed the opinion that the policy could be changed,
lie stated that the Labour Council were willing to go along with any regulations
which might be set up by the Medical Officer of Health and guaranteed the safety
of the citizens.
Ald. McKi~iey, Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Committee, referred
to the inadequate services for the public and also that his Conmittee did not wish
to ask Council to reverse their policy regarding the use of City-owned property.
Following Mr, Hague~s remarks to the effect that the Labour Council were
much more concerned with the safety of the citizens ~han were Council, Ald.McCallum
was of the opinion that the City Council should take exception to such a statement.
Enacting Mayor Martin advised that Council have not had any good results
regarding outside Carnivals coming in and using the grounds and in 1960 the decision
was made that outside carnivals would not be allowed to use the baseball grounds.
SEE Comuunication~No,98
SEE Report Number 61.
CO~ff4UNICATIONS
Laid over from previous meetings;
No. 54 ~ Y.M.C.A. - requesting permission to use Oakes Park for Junior Olympic
program on May 22nd, from 1 to 5 p.m. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
P. Martin that the communication be received and filed and the request granted.
SEE Report Number 58.
No. 63 - Legion 51, Soccer Club - requesting use of Oakes Park playing field on
Wednesday evenings for training practice and on Saturdays for regular home games.
No, 74 - Secretary, Irish-Canadian Soccer Club - on behalf of the four Local Soccer
Clubs for the use of Oakes Park Soccer Field and possible removal of baseball mounds
and the possibility of using Soccer Field only for soccer, ORDERED on the motion
of AId. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the communications be received and filed and
the recommendations of the Parks and Recreation Committee be adopted.
SEE Re_p~t_Number
No. 93 - Mr. Malcolm Lundy - reference to first sld facilities at Memorial Arena.
0RD~RED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. 8wayze that the Parks and Recreation
C°n~n~tteess recommendation regarding this portion of Mr. Lundy~8 con~nunicatton be
received and recor~nendation be adopted,
SEE Rpport Number 60
No. 96 - Ontario Teen-Asers Study Alcohol (OTASA)- requesting permission to hold
a tag day on April 15~h. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Mor~on and AId. F. Martin
that the communication be received and filed and request granted as date is available.
SEE Connunication No.llO
· strict Labour Council - requesting permission to hold
No 98 - ~~s"~r~7'.4th. 5th. and 7th, 1961. It was
be
' St r
a carnival on Bridge · g
moved by Ald, McKinleY and seconded by Ald. McCallum that the communication
received and filed and permission be not granted, as recommended by the parks
was passed by a vote of 4 to 3, the vote
Recreation Committee. This motion Swayze and Enacting Mayor George Martin;
and A e - %ld McKinleY, McCallum, Ald. White and
y back to the
being - ' '
Nays -Ald. White, Morton and F. Martin. An amendment made by
Seconded by Ald. Morton that the conmunication and report be referred
parks and Recreation Committee for further study and report, was lost, the vote
being tied 3-3 - Aye -Ald. White, Morton, and F. Martin; Naye- Ald. McKinleY,
McCallum and' Swayze.
allties - requesting proclamation
No.lO0 - Can. Federation of Mayors~~--i~6ii'. ORDERED on the motion of
re National Health Week - March 12tho to 18th
Ald. McKinleY and Ald. McCallum that the communication be received and filed
and the proclamation issued as requested.
No. 108 - Rapids Tavern Ltd. - requesting closing and conveyance of a 12-foot
lane. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the communi-
cation be received and filed and the recommendation of the property Committee
be adopted, SEE Report No.6~.
_ · td. - requesting re-zoning of Lots 1, 8 and 9 from R4
No. 109 purposes. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin
to C1 to be used
and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and referred to the Niagara
Falls and Suburban Area planning Board for consideration. SEE Report No.6~
The following Communications were presented;
No. 110 - Ontario'Teen-Agers Study Alcohol - submitting explanation in connection
'with recent~'s'Fi~''tagd'~ay'' OR~'°n the motion of Ald.'Morton and AId.
Faho Martin that the communication be received and filed and request g~anted.
SEE Communication No.Je,.,
No. 111 - Greater Niagara Unit, Canadian Cancer Society ' advising that formal
announcement re Cancer Month and Daffodil Sunday satisfactorY; proclamation not
necessarY. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinleY and Ald. Morton that the com-
munication be received and filed.
No. 112 - R.C.A.F. Optimist Air Cadets - requesting grant of $200. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. White and Ald. Faho Martin that the communication be received and
referred to the Budget Committee for consideration when the Estimates are being
PrePared' f having chimney inspection and.
AId. McKinleY and . '
No. 116 - Chairman, Police Tu_g-__of;}q~F.,T__e3~_- requesting grant. ORDERED on the motion
of ~ld. Morton and Ald. White that the communication be received and referred to the
Budget Committee for consideration when the Estimates are being prepared.
REPORTS
The followin Rf~rts were presente__d;
No, 58 - Parks and Recreation Committee - recommending that the request of the
Y.M.C.A. for use of Oakes Park on May 22nd. be granted. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
i
No. 59 - Parks and Recreation Committee - recommendations in connection with requests
of Legion 51 Soccer Team and Irish-Canadian Soccer Team on behalf of the four Local
Soccer Teams. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report
and recommendations be received and adopted.
s E__E _C p ._~_u n__i_c_a_tj o_n. _6 ~ _.
SEE Conm~unication 74.
No. 60 - Parks and Recreation Committee - recommending that permanent personnel of
Memorial Arena, Athletic Fields and Swimming Pool be requested to take first aid
training from St. John's Ambulance Brigade. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley
and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and recommendation adopted,
SEE Communication 93.
N0.61 - Parks and Recreation Committee - recommending that permission be not
granted to operate a carnival in 1961 on the Bridge St. grounds, as requested by
the Niagara Falls and District Labour Co,Dcil. It was moved by Ald. McKinley,
seconded by AId. McCallum that the report be received and adopted· This motion was
passed by a vote of 4 to 3, the vote being - Aye -Ald. McKinley, McCallum, Swayze
and Enacting Mayor George Martin; Nays -Ald. White, Morton and Faho Martin. An
aendment made by Ald. White and Morton that the report be referred back to the
C0nmittee for further study and a report, was lost, the vote being tied 3-3, -
Aye -Ald. White, Morton and Faho Martin; Naye- Ald. McKinley, McCallum and Swayze.
SEE Communication 98,
:,
N0, 62 - Property Committee - suggestion made to W. J. Malkiewich that the 12-foot
lane running north from Ferguson St. be kept open. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. F.,Martinthat. the report be received and adopted.
SE___E Communication 108.
~0. 63 - Property Committee - recommending request of W. J. Malkiewich be granted
[0r the rezoning of lots for the purpose of motel construction and that by-law
5149 be amended, ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Faho Martin and AId. Morton that
report be received and referred to the Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planning
to the City Manager for a report.
- , enclosing eepyo
No. 114 - Brooks, Cromarty, Baker and Swayze municipalities and e
provincial Gas Company re fixed gas rates in
a new commercial and industrial rate below the present rate. ORDERED on the moti0
of AId, McKinleY and Ald, Swayze that the communication be. received and
· tierico - Annual General Meeting on
· 5 - Nia sra Regional Development Asso insland. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. McGallum and Ald. McKinley that the sommunication be received and ~iled and
~he Chairmen o~ the Committees concerning ~lanning, Touris~ and Industry, be
authorized to attend the passions ~hereon.
The following Communication, received too late for inclusion on. this
evening's agenda, was ordered ~ead by ~hs Clerk, on the motion of AId. McKinleY
and Ald. ~ahoMartin.
r~ for consideration.
SEE Communication 109.
64 - City Manager - recommending that request for improvement of street lighting
'l; sedale Drive between Fo.rt Aveaue and sister venue be forwarded to ocal
d Commission, ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Swayze and Ald, Morton that the
ep0rt be teesired and adopted.
65 ~r0Perty gommittee - advising that portion of North Main Street from Summer
to North Stree~ fully covered in by-law 5196 regulating height, bulk, etc,
ldings to be erected thereon. ORDERED on tile motion of AId, Morton and Ald.
that the report be received and filed.
66 - City Clerk -recommending issuance of licehess. ORDERED on the motion of
Morton and AId,White that the repor~ be received and adopted and licences issued
.]
RESOLUTIONS
No. 50 - ~sence of His Worsh P Carried Unan~mousl
Enacting May ~'~'
Corporation be her.to affixed.
SWAYZE ' MORTON RESOLVED that a message of sympathy on behalf of ltis
to the family of the lat'e
, be
No. 51 - ~
Worship the Mayor and Members of Council be forwarded
Mr. Walter Eggar retired municipal employee; and the Seal of the Corporation
Carried UnanimouslY'
hereto affixed.
By-LAW
w~n B .l~.lwas assed;
~- A by-law to authorize the borrowing of $300,000.00.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinleY and Ald. F. Martin that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. ' Carried UnanimouslY.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. ' Carried UnanimouslY.
Third Readlng 'Ald. F. Martin and AId. McKinleY Carried UnanimouslY'
Council adjourned to. the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. McKinleY and Ald.
Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 13th. March, 1961.
FINANCE MEETI~3
Acting Mayor.
The Property Committee's report on the offer recently submitted by
S. Ungaro, to purchase Lot 53, Plan 20, Homewood Avenue, was presented for
consideration. The Conm~ittee recon~ended that the applicant be advised that his
offer cannot be accepted, as the price is considerably below the value which the
Committee has placed on the lot. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
A communication from R. C. Young Insurance Limited advising of the
~ount of additional annual premium to increase the limits of liability for
bodily injuries and property damage carried on City Fleet Equipment, was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
Swayze that the communication be received and referred to the City Manager and
the Chairman of Finance for submission of a report to the Budget Committee.
A communication from Niagara District Baptist Young People's Union,
requesting that the City purchase space in their forthcoming Program in connection
with the Convention to be held in Niagara Falls from May 19th. to 22nd. was pre-
sented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and Ald. Morton
that the conununication be received and referred to the City Manager and the Chairman
of Finance with power to act.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Cataract Ice Company,
389 Park Street, for a permit to erect a plastic, fluorescent sign, at an estimated
cost of $250. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Aid.Morton
and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted and permit.issued.
The City Manager~s report on the application of the F. W. Woolworth Co.
Ltd. 437-455 Queen Street, for a permit to erect an illuminated plastic facer sign
at an estimated cost of $3,000. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted
and permit issued.
The City Manager~s report on the application of Your Host Motel Ltd.
for a building permit to erect a 30-unit motel on part of Range 18, between
Stanley Avenue and Allen Avenue, at an estimated cost of $85,000. was presented
~r consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Swayze and Ald. F. Martin that
the report.be.received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Ma~ager's report on the application of Peter Aleo for a building
to erect a funeral home on part of Lots 9 and 10, west side of Main Street,
between Summer Street and North Street, at an estimated cost of $65,000. was
~resented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze
· at the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager~s report on the application of Joe. and Dominic
Chiarella, for a building permit to erect a structure on Lot 167, Plan 35, on the
e00t side of Victoria Avenue, between Simcoe St. and Crawford Place, to be used
as two stores on the ground floor and 2 offices on the first floor, at an estimated
coot of $27,000. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and ActinS Mayor Geo. Martin that the report be reoeived and adopted and
Permit issued.
THe Committee arose and reported to Council 'on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
Morton.
RE~D AND ADOPTED, 13th, March, 1961.
Council Chamber, l~erk'~
6Oh.Match, 1961.
app All um C2(y+ 788. . . d .... .,.
, 961 for the purpose of
· Me.tinS was held on March 1~hl~d bAen p~opetly ce~tifie lark
and placed before them. t Millet Aldo McCall ,
ce tiono~,Ria WowshiP Mayo ' 2~ wa~e appwoved
ex PSund~Y Accounts submitted in ~he amount of $ ,
by ~he Commi~tee.
The Accou~t~'submit~ed, being passed ot o~het~ise dealt ~i~h, wet.
ordered placed in ~he Money By-law ~ot ptasen~ation ~o the Council,. on ~he motion
ot AId. HcK~nleY and AId. Swayze.
COUNCILMEETING
Council Chamber,
6th. March, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close' of the regular council and
finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Conuntttee. All hietubers of Council were present~ with the exception of
His Worship Mayor Miller. Acting Mayor George Martin, presided.
BY =LAW
--
T_~he following By-law was passed;
No. 598., 9 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on'the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F- Martin that Ald. Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing tile by-lm~ an~ the by-law be given
the first reading. ' Carried UnanimouslY.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
time second reading. ' Carried UnanimouslY.
Third Reading -Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton - Carried UnanimouslY.
Council adjourned ~o Conference on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald.F.Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 13th.March, 1961.
Acting Mayor,
i '~%~2~ COI{FERENCE 1
i'!: ~ . - Council Chamber,
a c ~ ~ or e e were' resen , xq t
;sZ: eptio. of,isyorship,ayor"i ler' eCo.itteead eurned o.'the
TWELFTH ~ETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Cbamber,
13th. March, 1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 4,30 p.m. on Monday, March 13tb.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Aid. Swayze.
CO~tUNICATIONS
Laid over from previous meetings;
No. 93 - Mr. Malcolm Lund~ - portion of letter dealing with ambulance service.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum that the communication be
received and filed and the report of the Joint Ambulance Committee be received
and adopted, the third paragraph of which is to be referred to the Parks and
Recreation Committee with power to act.
SEE Report No. 67.
No. 102 - City_of Gait - resolution re possible adoption of bonding methods of
Dept, of Highways, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G, Martin and Ald. Swayze that
the communication be received and filed and the resolution be endorsed,
SEE Communication .~11,
No. 113 - Michael Christopher - re inspection and cleaning of chimneys, ORDERED
on the motion of Ald, Morton and Ald, F. Martin that the connunication be received
and filed and the recommendations of the City Manager be received and adopted,
SEE Report No.68,
The following Communications were presented;
No, 117 - City of Galt- explaining reason for presentation of resolution re possible
adoption of bonding methods of Dept. of Highways. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G,
Martin and Ald, Swayze that the communication be received and filed and tile resolution
be endorsed,
basis. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. O. Martin that the communi-
cation be received and filed and permission granted; the dates for such canvassing
to be indicated by the Club, -
No, 119 - Housing Branch of Dept, of Commerce & Development - re Ninth Annual
Ontario Housing Conference. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId.Morton
following verbal recommendation of the City Manager, that the communication be
No. 120 - Local 536, U,E,W, - expressing opposition to sales tax and requesting
City Council ~o go on record as being opposed to a sales tax in any form, ORDERED
0n the motion of AId, Mor~on and Ald, Swayze tha~ the c~untca~ion be received
and tabled for ~he time bernE,
SEE Resolution Number 52.
~, 121 * Or.Nine.United Can.Cancer Bociety - invitation to Council and wives to
attend Public Forum on Monday, March 27th. at 7.30 p.m..at Collegiate Auditorium
~ERED on the motion of AId, F. Martin. and AId, 8wayze that the communication be
ra~eived and tb~ invitation accepted,
SEE Resolution Number 53,
sO
No. 122 - Traffic & Safety Committee of C.hamber of Commerce - reconmendations
~ and Falls Avenue. ORDERED on
re traffic o"~ Fa='~Yl~'Avenue and also at Clifton Hill
the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the communication be received
and tabled until such time as the results of the Urban Traffic Study are available.
Carried UnanimouslY. prior to this action, Ald. Morton moved that the communi-
cation be referred to the Traffic Committee for study and report; there was no
seconder.
No. 123 - ~~ ' resolution requesting provincial Government to
enact legislation removing any authority now given municipal councils to grant
fixed assessments or any other form of bonus or subsidy to industrial or commercial
enterprises for any purpose. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. tic-
Callum that the resolution be received and filed. The City Clerk reported verbally
advising that Bill No. 88, Sec. 14(1) now before the Legislature which repeals
any authority that municipalities may have for this purpose; in other words, the
matter is being taken care of.
No. 124 -Cit of ~t..T, ho~ ' resolution re ambulance service. ORDERED.on the
motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the resolution be received and
endorsed,
within Ontario. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the
resolution be received and filed,
s Jewish Sisterhood ' re benches. ORDERED op the motion 0f
No. 126 -
d Ald Morton tha Niagara Transit Go~isston.
Ald. G. Martin an ' ·
such time as a report is received from the Greater
REPORTS
~Reo_~w~rere_P_K~Anted--k
No. 67 -. Joint Amb.ula.nce,.C. ommittee ' re ambulance service as referred to in communi'
cation from Mr, Malcolm Lu~~DERED on the motion of AId, Morton and Ald.
Callum that the report be received and adopted; the third paragraph to he referred
to the Parks and Recreation Conmlittee with power to act. SEE Connnunic~io~3"
No. 68 - ~' re letter from M. Christopher re cleaning of chimneys and
reconnnending instructions to Fire Dept. Inspector in this regard. ORD~ED on the
motion of Ald, Morton and Ald, F. Martin that the report be received and adopted,
peg CJ~unication 113,
No, 69 - ~~ ' recomending attendance of City Engineer at 1961 C0nf~rence
of Can, Bldg, Officials at O~tawa April 5th, 6th, and ?th, ORD~ED on the motion
of Ald, C. Martin and Ald, F. Martin that the report be received and adopted,
No. ?0 -. City Manage~ ' reckending attendance of SaniteM Inspector at in. Servlce
Training Course forlanitarY Inspectors at ~tar~o Agricultural College, Guelph,
April 13th, and 14tH, ~DERED on the motion of Ald, Morton and Ald, F, Martin
that t~e report be received and adopted,
=Ald, 1~ite arrived at the meeting'
, the motion of AId.
No ~1 - Jolt ~bulance C~tt~ -r~e ed p d; and t
o~ the a~reemen~ be left in th ndsPo~ the Solicitor~ of the three m P
No. 72 - i~t~ Cler~ ' report o~ Con{erence held on March 6th. ~DE~D on the moti0~
o~ AId. McKinleY and Ald. ~. Martin that the report be~received a~ ad~pted and.
liceaces issued accordinSlY.. ~5~10~
No. 53 - G.MARTIN - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that Whereas Municipalities are finding it
more and more difficult to' finance their operations each year without increasing
the present heavy burden on the ratepayers; And ~ereas the proposed sales tax
will only serve to increase this burden; Bc It Resolved That the Honourable
Premier and Members of the Provincial Legislature be urgently requested to provide
that the proposed three percent sales tax be not applicable to municipal purchases;
and the Seal of the Corporation be bereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
No. 54 - F.MARTIN - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that the regular meeting of the City Council
On Marcb'~7th, 1961, commence at 4.30 p.m. instead of the usual hour, 7.30 p.m.
and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed,
Carried ~nanimousl~,
No. 55 - MCKINLEY - MORTON - RESOLVED that a message of s)~pathy on behalf of His
Worship the Mayor and Members of the City Council, be forwarded to the family of
the late Mr. Joseph Montagna, highly respected resident of this community for a
great number of years; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
C__arrie~ Unanimou___s~y.
M_!ISCELLANEOUS
Ald. McKinley, Chairman o~ the Arena, Parks and Recreation Committee,
was of the opinion that some misunderstanding had been created through the press
announcement that the City intended to have certain of its employees trained in
first aid and it appeared as though the St. John's Ambulance Brigade was being
dispensed with. The Alderman suggested that to avoid criticism it be made known
in the press that this action was being taken to supplant the ~ervice of the St.
John's Ambulance Brigade. Ald. McKinley stressed the importance of the good work
performed by St. John's Ambulance Brigade and the pride of the City of Niagara Falls
fn their work.
Ald. Morton, Council's representative on the Welland County Children's
Aid Society, referred to the meeting recently artended and the fact that the
per diem rate for 1961 has been set at $2.82. Ne advised that the Annual Convention
would be held in Toronto on May 8th, 9th. and 10th. and their Annual Meeting would
be held on April 13th. iO the Park Refectory. He referred to discussions concerning
the application of homemakers' aid in the City of Niagara Falls, stating that before
such services could be invoked, a by-law would be essential. His Worship Mayor
Miller suggested '~o Ald. Morton that he together with the City Clerk give the matter
further consideration as to the advisability or desirability of having such a by-law
brought in.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
G. Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 20th. March, 1961.
The following aesolutions were passed;-
No. 52 - G.I4AETIN ' SWAYZE ' RESOLVED that the Council of the City of NiaSare'Falls
protest the applicationql,the proposed three percent sales tax ~o municipal
Unaeimousl
purchase2| and the Seal' of ~he Corporation ,~e hereto atiixed, Carried
SEE Resolution No.
· ' the
~,, nlark recommendinS issuance o[ liceaces. OBDE~ED on
.~ _ ' ...... a ~ e~nn~ad & liceaces issued
sb
No. 122 - Trjffi~Jc& Safety Committee of Chamber of Conunerce - recommendations
re traffic on Falls Avenue and also at CliftonHill and Falls Avenue. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the communication be received
and tabled until such time as the results of the Urban Traffic Study are available.
Carried Unanimously. prior to this action, Ald. Morton moved that the communi-
cation be referred to the Traffic Committee for study and report; there was no
seconder.
No. 123 - 9StY of peter__befoul- resolution requesting provincial Government to
enact legislation removing any authority now given municipal councils to grant
fixed assessments or any other form of bonus or subsidy to industrial or commercial
enterprises for any purpose. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Mc-
Callum that the resolution be received and filed. The City Clerk reported verball)'
advising that Bill No. 88, Sec. 14(1) now before the Legislature ~hich repeals
any authority that municipalities may have for this purpose; in other words, the
matter is being taken care of.
No. 124 - City of St. Thomas - resolution re ambulance service. ORDERED.on the
motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the resolution be received and
endorsed.
No. 125 - Town of Richmond Hill - resolution with reference to educational costs
within Ontario. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the
resolution be received and filed.
No. 126 NjagaFajall.s Jewish Sisterhood - re benches. ORD~ED oD the motion 0f
Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the co~unication be received and tabled until
such time as a report is received from the Greater Niagara Transit Golfsglen.
TIle followinK Reports were presented;
No. 67 - Joint Ambulance Co____mittee - re ambulance service as referred to in communi-
cation from M~. Malcolm Lundy. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Mc-
Callum that the report be received and adopted; the third paragraph to be referred
to the Parks ~nd Recreation Committee with power to act. SEE Communicatio~ 9~3..
No. 68 - Ci_jt~ Manager - re letter from M. Christopher re cleaning of chimneys and
recommending instructions to Fire Dept. Inspector in this regard. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Mnrtin that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Commu~ication 11~.
No. 69 - Ci__~Manage~ - recommending attendance of City Engineer at 1961 Conference
of Can. Bldg. Officials at Ottm~a April 5th, 6th. and 7th. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted,
No. 70 -, City Manager - recommending attendance of Sanitary Inspector at In-Servlce
Training Course for Sanitary Inspectors at Ontario Agricultural College, Guelph,
April 13th. and 14th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Mar~in
that the report be received and adopted.
-Ald. White arrived at the meeting -
No.71 - Joint Ambulance Committee - recommendations. ORdErED on the motion of Ald.
G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted; ~nd the preparatiol
of the agreement be left in the hands of the Solicitor.s of the three municipalities.
No. 72 - ~ty Clerk - report of Conference held on March 6th. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. F. Martin that the report be..reoeived a~d adqpted and
licenses issued accordingly..
R~SOLUTION8
The fpllowing Rnsolutions were passed;
No. 52 - G.MARTIN - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Niagara Falls
protest the application of the proposed three percent sales tax to municipal
purchases; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto a~fixed. Carried Unanimous~
SEE Resolution No.
- City Clerk - recommending issuance of licehess. ORDERED on the moti
& F.Mal that report be received & adopted & licehess issued
No. 53 - G.MARTIN - SWAYZE = RESOLVED that Whereas Municipalities are finding it
more and more difficult to' finance their operations each year without increasing
the present heavy burden on the ratepayers; And Whereas the proposed sales tax
will only serve to increase this burdea; Be It Resolved That the Hencurable
Premier and Members of the Provincial Legislature be urgently requested co provide
that the proposed three percent sales tax be not applicable to municipal purchases;
and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
No. 54 - F.M/tRTIN - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that the regular meeting of the City Counci 1
On March~Tth, 1961, commence at 4.30 p.m. instead of the usual hour, 7.30 p.m.
and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed,
Carr~d_~panimo~sly.
No. 55 - MCKINLEY - MORTON - RESOLVED that a message of sympathy on behalf of His
Worship the Mayor and Members of the City Council, be forwarded to the family of
the late Mr. Joseph Montagna, highly respected resident of this community for a
great number of years; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried UnanimousiX!'
MISCELLANEOUS
Aid. McKinley, Chairman o~ the Arena, Parks and Recreation Committee,
was of the opinion that some misunderstanding had been created through the press
announcement that the City intended to have certain of its employees trained in
first aid and it appeared as though the St, John's Ambulance Brigade was being
dispensed with. The Alderman suggested that to avoid criticism it be made known
in the press that this action was being taken to supplant the service of the St,
John's Ambulance Brigade. Ald. McKinley stressed the importance of the good work
performed by St. John's Ambulance Brigade and the pride of the City of Niagara Falls
in their work.
Ald. Morton, Council~s representative on the Welland County Children's
Aid Society, referred to the meeting recently artended and the fact that the
per diem rate for 1961 has been set at $2.82. tie advised that the Annual Convention
would be held in Toronto on May 8th, 9th. and 10th. and their Aunual Meeting would
be held on April 13th. in the Park Refectory. He referred to discussions concerning
the application of homemakers' aid in the City of Niagara Falls, stating that before
such services could be invoked, a by-law would be esseneial. His Worship Mayor
Miller suggested to Ald. Morton that he together with the City Clerk give the matter
further consideration as to the advisability or desirability of haviog such a by-law
brought in.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId.
G. Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, .20th. March, 1961.
Clerk
81,
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
13th. March, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on March 13th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Conunittee were present. Alderman
McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $75,452.12 were approved bL
the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
of Aldo McKinley and Ald. Morton.
Ald. G. Martin referred to the cheque payable to H.G.Acres & Co. Ltd.
Consulting Engineers, and queried whether this amount would be considered a portion
of the percentage of the cost of the work performed by this firm in connection with
the studies on the Sewage Disposal Plants and the Victoria Avenue Bridge, or
whether such work would be considered as extras. The City Manager advised that
he will submit a report in connection with these matters.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
Ald. Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 20th. March, 1961.
Clerk
Chairman of Finance
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
13th. March, 1961.
The Cormnittee re-assembled at the close of the regular council and
finance meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship,
Mayo~ Miller, presided.' .........................
BY-LAW
~he following By-law was passed;
No. 5990 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and Ald. Morton that Ald. Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId. Swayze that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-la~ be
Siren ~he second reading ' Carried Unanimously.
~hird Reading - AId, Swayze and AId. McCallum - C~rried Unanimously.
CONFERENCE
Councii Chamber,
13th. March, 1961.
The Committee of Council assembled in Cosference, following the regular
meeting on Monday, March 13th, 1961, for the purpose of discussisg items presented
to them. All Members of the Committee were present. His Worship, Mayor Miller,
presided.
After consideration of the items presented to them, the Conunittee adjourned on the
motion of Aid, Geo. Martin and Aid. McCallurn.
READ AND ADOPTED, 20th. March, 1961.
THIRTEENTH ~fl~ETING
BUDGET MEETING
Council Chamber,
15th.March,1961.
All Members of Council were present at the Budget Meeting held on
March 15th, 1961 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chamber, at the City Hall. His Worship~
Mayor Miller, presided.
Mayor Miller called ~he meeting to order and inunedtately turned. the
meeting over to the Chairman of Finance, Ald. McCallum.
Ald. McCallum asked the Clerk to read. the Summary of the Draft Budget
and explained briefly the reasons for the proposed increase in the militates. At
this point, the City Manager and Officials retired so that Council might consider
the salaries as contained in the Draft Budget. On return of the Officials to the
Chamber, the Chairman of Finance announced that Council had approved the three per
cent over all increases.
The Committee then proceeded to peruse the Draft Budget in detail.
,
In the matter of Miscellaneous Items under General Administration,
and following discussion on the possibility of funds being made available for the
Canadian Beauty Spectacular, it was ordered on the motion of AId. McKinley and
Mayor Miller that an item be inserted to be termed Tourist Promotion and $1,000.
be added to the Budget, Carried Unanimously.
In the matter of the services of Dun and Bradstreet and Mrs. Elizabethe
Somerville of the Niagara District Credit Association, it was ordered on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin that the municipality enter into a Contract with
Mrs. Somerville for services for the current year, at a fee of $75. per annum and
that this item be inserted in the Budget. Carried Unanimously.
In connection with City Yard expenses, a discussion was held concerning
the condition of the buildings owned by the municipality on the north side of Buttrey
Street, and following consideration it was ordered on the motion of Ald. G. Martin
and Ald. F. Martin that the City Manager investigate the condition of these buildings
and submit a report as to possible demolition. Carried Unanimously.
In the matter of Suburban Roads in'the Maintenanc~ of Public Works
Section, following a discussion it was agreed that our representative on the Suburban
Roads Commission,.Mr. R. G. SilVerlock, be requested to submit a reporf giving some
details as to projects proposed by the Commission for the year 1961.
In the discussion on gasoline and its use on the various items of
equipment that the municipality oxms, the City Treasurer was requested to supply
information as to what rebate had been received in the year 1960 and the amount
thereof.
In discussing the Market and Buildings Section, it was pointed out by
the City Engineer that it would be possible to reduce the amount provided therein
for erection of stalls on the Market Place.
During discussion on the Memorial Arena Section of the Budget, it was
agreed that the Arena Cos~ittee should check into the matter of Roller.Skating,
costs~ and revenue therefrom.
In the matter of Additional Costs as shown in the Draft Budget, it was
ordered on the motion of Ald. O. Martin and Ald. Morton that the Mayor~ City
Manager and Chairman of Finance~ arrange for a meeting immediately with the Board
of Education to discuss the possibility of some reduction in their Estimates.
Carried Unanimously.
In considering the items as inserted in the Draft Budget for the City's
Share of Group Insurance and Pensions, the City Manager explained what is expected
to happen in both of these instances, and suggested that these matters should be left
as submitted and be utilized as possible bargaining points in connection with
employee negotiation.
Having completed discussion on the Expenditure side of the Draft Budget,
the Committee then proceeded to peruse the Revenues.
In connection with the Estimated Revenues for the Memorial .\rena, tbere
was some doubt expressed as to whether summer bingo would be carried out and it was
suggested that this particular item be checl;ed to ascertain what might transpire.
Having finished the perusal of the Budget in its entirety it was then
ordered on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald, H. Morton that the Draft Budget
as submitted and revised, be adopted and the 1961 mill rates be established as
63.5 for Commercial Purposes and 58.6 for Residential Purposes and that the Budget
be formally adopted at the next meeting of Council, subject to any possible revision
with reference to Educational Expenditures. Carried Unanimously.
Following the carrying of the above resolution, it was umderstood that if
co-operation is not forthcoming from tile Board of Education, that His Worship time
Mayor and tile Chairman of Finance would make a public statement.
At this point, tile Budget matters having been concluded, Ills Worship
1.layor billlet, resumed the Chair.
Ald. G. Martin advised Council as to the difficulty being experienced
in arranging for an appointment of an Assistant Parking Meter Man and supplied the
members of Council with a llst of applications which had been received and comments
thereon. He also referred to the information received that the Union would have
definite objection to the possibility of appointing Mr. Peoples to this positiom.
Following a lengthy discussion on the matter, it was ordered on the motion of Ald.
F, Martin and Ald. McCallum that this position be publicly advertised; Carried with
Ald. McKinley-contrary. Prior to this motion, an amendment moved by Ald. McKinley
that Fausto Cerminara be appointed to tile position, received no ~econder.
The business of the Council having been concluded, the adjournment was moved by
Ald. McCallurn and Ald. G. Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 20th. March, 1961.
Mayor.
FOURTEENTH MEETING
SPECIAL ~ETING
Couocil Chamber,
16th.March, 1961.
A special meeting of the City Council was held on Thursday evening,
March 16th, in the Council Chamber, to discuss with representatives of the Board of
Education the matter of budget.
Present were: His Worship, Mayor Miller and all members of the City
Council with the exception of Ald, Morton; Board of Education - Rcv. Collin Todd,
Chairman of the Board, Dr. Potter, Chairman of Finance and Messrs, Pert, MacLeod,
Calzonetti and Kribs.
His Worship,Mayor Miller, welcomed Rev. Todd and members of the Board
of Education and advised that Council had on the previous evening, held a Budget
Meeting and were prepared to bring the Budget down at the meeting to be held on
March 20th. He indicated that the Council had exerted their very best efforts to
keep the mill rate down and that there were two or three problems confronting Council,
one in particular being Educational Costs and asked Ald. McCallum, Chairman of
Finance, to take over.
Ald. McCallum advised those present that the Council was doing every-
thing within its power to keep the mill rate down, with the hope that they might be
able tO do as Stamford is expected to do, hold their mill rate. He ~dvised that
after cuttin~ $128,000. off the Estimates as originally prepared, it was found that
even with additional Grants, the mill rate would approximate four ndlls and that it
was hoped the Residential Rate as now computed, being an increase of 3.3 mills over
last year, could be established at 3 mills, but that the amount necessary to
accomplish this could not possibly be pared from the City Budget. He advised that
of the four mill increase, 2-1/2 mills was for Education and 1-1/2 for General
Purposes; the 1-1/2 mills being largely for uncontrollable debt charges. Me
suggested that Council would like the Board to consider cutting their requirements
in the sum of approximately $15,000. and that if this were done, the mill rate for
Residential Purposes could be established at 58.3 or a 3 mill increase over last
year. He referred to the fact that the municipality is considering a 3 per cent
across the Board wage increase but that the wage increases estimated by the Board
of Education were 5-1/2 percent, which appeared to be considerably above the average
of the country as a whole. ~
Rev. Todd, Chairman of the Board, was then asked by His WoTship for
con~nents and he suggested that it might be better to hear from Dr. Potter, Chairman
of the Finance Conmaittee.
Dr. Potter then proceeded to point out the manner in which the Board
had considered their Estimates very thoroughly and that largely because of a
deficit which was incurred in the previous year and certain other factors, had
found it necessary to submit their Estimates as originally presented. He also
advised that the Board have in mind trying to equalize with the Township of .
Stamford and certainly would not like to be in the position of ending up their
possible final year as a City Board with a deficit, if this could be avoided.
llis Worship Mayor Miller assured the Members Of the Board of Education
that no one had any thought of their Budget having been padded but would sincerely
suggest that they pare sufficient to enable the reduction o~ three-tenths of a mill
on the residential.
The gev. Todd then suggested that the Board of Education be allowed
possibly 10 or 15 minutes to discuss the matter amongst themselves, which request
was granted, and following return to the Chamber of the Members of Council, statcd
that he felt that he could assure Council that they would do their very best to
meet the request for parinS and indicated that they would "adjust the appropriations
of the Beard of Education so that the increase in residential rate will not be
over three mills".
AId. McCallum expressed his appreciaei on for the co-operation and
consideration of the Board and assured the members of the Board that this action
would not have been taken if there had not been such vital concern over the mill
rate and the amounts of money that would have to be raised.
His Worship Mayor Miller, expressed his appreciation to Rev, Todd and
Members of the Board of Education, not only as the head of the municipality but
as an individual, for their willingness in meeting with the Council to discuss
this important problem and advised the Members of the Board that with their
operation the mill rates would now be,for Cor~nercial-Industrial 63.2 mills and
for residential purposes 58.3 mills.
There being no further matters to discuss, it was ordered on the motion of Aid. G.
Martin and Aid. McCallum that Council adjourned.
READ AND ADOPTED, 20th. March, 1961.
Clerk
Mayor.
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FIFTEENTH MEETIh~
Council Chamber
March 18th, 1961.
SPECIAL MEETING
A Joint Meeting of the Councils of the City of Niagara Falls and the
Township of Stamford was held in the Council Chamber of the City ttall on the afturn-
noon of March 18th, 1961, at 2;30 p.m. for the purpose of considering the applicat-
ions to the Ontario Municipal Board concerning annexation.
Present were: Niagara Falls - Mayor Miller and all members of the City Council with
the exception of Alderman White.
Stamford - Reeve Mitchelson and all members of t|te Township Councjlo
Alderman George Martin, Chairman of the Joint Merger Corranittee,
explained what |tad been considered by the Committee in discussion with blr. J. T.
Weir and Mr, :~lan Deacon and following discussion, the follo~ing'Resolation was
passed. SEE Resolution 56.
RESOLUTION
The following Resolution was passe~;
No. 56 - ~icKINLEY - MITCHELSON ~ RESOLVED that the applications for Annexation
submitted to the Ontario Municipal Board by the Councils of the municipalities of
the City of Niagara Falls and the Township of Stamford be amended as follows;
1. Delete any reference to the Town of Thorold.
2. Delete that portion of the Township of Thorold north of Beaverdams Road and the
south limit of Thorold South.
3. Delete any reference to Crowland Township.
4. Delete any referenceto that portion of the Township of Willoughby lying
generally to the south of the Welland River except that portion lying north of
a line to be'determined from the intersection with Lyons' Creek to a point in
the International Boundary Line in the Niagara River,
5. Delete any reference to that portion of Niagara Township lying east of Highway
Number 8; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixe&
Carried Unanimousl~.
There being no further business for the Joint seselon of Council, it
was ordered on the motion of Councillor MaeBain and Alderman Morton that the Joint
session of Councils adjourn.
READ AND ADOPTED 20th. March, 1961.
Mayer,
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ADJOURNED ~ETtNG
Council Cbamber,
18th. }latch, 1961.
The Council of the City of Niagara Falls reconvened to consider the
question of protest with reference to the proposed abandonment of Train No. 358
between Welland and this point and tlis Worship Mayor Miller advised that, in bis
opinion, following investigation as to bus service between Fort Erie and the
City of Niagara Falls, the City would not have grounds for objection and suggested
that our protest be withdrawn.
It was then ordered on the motion of Aid. George Martin and Aid, Swayze
that the City Clerk forward a letter to the Board of Transport Commissioners
advising that the City of Niagara Falls is withdrawing its protest in view of
information which has been received to the effect that adequate service will be
maintained by the Canada Coach Company between Fort Eric and the City of Niagara Falls.
Sj~Jesolution No,.5.7 _
RESOLUTION
The follo~dng Resolution was pa~ssJ_d.;
No. 57 - GEORGE MARTIN - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that the City Clerk forward a letter to
the Board of Transport Commissioners advising that the City of Niagara Falls is
withdrawing its protest in view of information which has been received to the effect
that adequate service will be maintained by the Canada Coach Company between Fort Erie
and the City of Niagara Falls; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimouslye.._
On the motion of AId. McCallum and AId. GeQrge Martin~ the Council adjourned.
READ AND ADOPTED, 20th. March, 1961.
clerk
Mayor.
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SIXTEENTR MEETI~
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
20th. March, 1961.
No. 130 - Grea_t_er~_N_i_agara Church Basketball Association - requesting grant.
ORDERED on tbe motion of Ald, Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the conlmunlcatioi~
be received and filed and the City Clerk advise the Association that an amount
has been included in the Estimates.
Dl
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, March
2Oth, 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All
Members of Council were present, with the exception of Ald. White. The Council,
having received and read the minutes of the previous regular and special meetings,
adopted these on the motion of Aid. McKinley and Ald. Morton.
DEPUTATION
A delegation was present at the meeting on behalf of the Niagara Fall~
and District Labour Council, and it was ordered on the motion of Ald. McKinley
and AId. Morton that Mr. W. Hague be permitted to speak.
Mr. Hague requested Council to reconsider their decision made at a
recent meeting, denying permission to the Labour Council to sponsor a Carnival
on the Bridge St. grounds in August. He reiterated their willingness to post a
bond and observe all regulations pertaining to health standards and the condition
of the grounds.
Mr, E. P. Taylor, representative of the Peter Marsh Shows, also spoke
and expressed the desire to bring the Sbow into Niagara Falls in order that the
Labour Council could derive much needed funds. He referred to the Lions' Club
and their forthcoming Carnival, but it was pointed out to the speaker that this
Club rents the rides and conducts the carnival themselves.
AId. McKinley, Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Con~aittee, referred
to the recommendation made in 1960 to the e£fect that due to adverse conditions
of the carnival held that year, it was deemed desirable that no municipally-owned
lands would be used for carnival purposes and pointed out that the sale of Christ-
mas trees had also been discontinued because of unsatisfactory condition of the
grounds, caused by stakes being driven into the ground. Tbc Aldermen stated that
the Committee did not feel they should request a change this year after the
recommendations made in the previous year.
Ald. George Martin also referred to the fact that Council bad
requested the Fire Department to discontinue sponsoring carnivals on city park
property and the Firemen had gone along with the idea. ,
~ld. F. Martin advised that as the Lions' Club are to have a carnival
and as Council have never experienced any trouble with thenb and if she Labour
Council places sufficient bond to take care of the grounds, he would be in fayour
of permission being granted.
In answer to a query from Mr. Hague as to Council's decision this
evening, His Worship the Mayor advised that the matter remains as it was handled
at the meeting of March 6th,
........... OO~4UNIGATIONS .......
The following Con~unications were presented;
No. 1Z? - Seminars on Civic D~siJ - announcement of Seminar series on civic design
to be held from July23rd. to 26th. at Stratford Festival.. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. O. Martin chat the communication be received and filed.
No. 128 - Ontario Nater Resources Commission - advising that the ~esolution of
City of Gait was in error regarding practice of bonding~.as the O.W.R,C. have
observed this practice for quite some time, ORDERED on the motion of AId. G.
Martin and AId, F. Martin that tile con~nunicatton be received and filed.
No. 129 - erestar Niagara Softball Association - req. permission to use softball
diamonds at Oskes Park and grid e St. rounds for 1961 season. ORDERED on the
motion of AId, O. Martin and AI~0 McCa~lum that the conmmnicstion be received and
referred to the Parks and Recreation Committee for consideration and a report.
I_
No. 131 - _ er Niagara Chamber of Commerce - Requesting endorsation of Chamber
of Great
conferee ~(, ~iii~%'thY'0~bk~b~o~'[i/d motion of AId. G. Martin and .\|d .
S~.;ayze that the communication be received and filed and permission granted for
the issuance of a proclamation.
N,,. 132 - N.F. and Suburban Area Planning. lJoar_d ~ notice of hearing of application
of J. Gruyich for amendment to north-west corner of Hiram Street and River Road,
for a change in zoning from Residential 3 to Conuucrcial 1. ORDERED on the motion
of Aid. GaD. Martin and Ald. Sv:ayze that the communication be received and filed.
No. 133 - John A. pigbx - application for a liceace to deliver soft drinks to
homes, etc. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. SL'ayze that the
cmnmunication be received and referred to the City Manager and City Clerk for
investigation and a report.
No. 134 ~ South End Business and Professional Mcu's Association - re Main Service
S~ation and parking problem of buses, and interference with entrance to the station.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Alf. F. Martin that the communication
be received and referred to the Traffic Committee for consideration and a report;
and a copy of the letter be forwarded to the Greater Niagara Bus Conmxission.
REPORTS
The following_ R~J~orts were jpresented;
No. 74 - Chairman of Finance - presenting report on Estimated Revenues and
Expenditures for 1961. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallurn and Ald. GaD.Martin
that the report be received and adopted.
N0.75 - Nego~iations Committee - progress report on meeting with Civic Employees'
Union to discuss new agreement re working conditions and wages for year 1961.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received
and filed.
N0.76 - Refreshment Vehicles Committee - recommending that operators of refreshment
vehicles be advised that they cannot operate within 200 feet of premises licensed
for the sale of food by the City of Niagara Falls. ORDERED on the motion of AId.
}]0rton and Ald. Swayze that tile report be received and adopted.
~. 77 - Cit~ _En_~ineer - report on construction of a 12-inch watermain under the
C.N.R. tr~c!¢s~' ORDERE"D on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. F. Martin that the
report be r~ceived and adopted.
SEE Resolution No.58t
N0. 78 - City Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. MortOn and AI~. McKinley that the report be received .and adopted and ltcences
issued accordingly.
N0. 79 - City Clerk - presenting application for Refreshment Vehicle licenee.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. McCallurn that the report be received
and filed and license be not granted and applicant advised accordingly.
RESOLUTION
The____following Resolution was passed;
N0, 58 - MORTON - F.MARTIN - RESOLVED that Report Number 77 for the construction of
a 12-inch watermains under the Canadian National Railway Tracks on tile east side of
Victoria Avenue from 700 feet 8ouch of Buttrey Street to 200 feet north of Buttrey
Street, be received and adopted and work proceeded with; and the Seal of tile Corpor-
ation be he|sis affixed.
Carfled Unanimously.
BY-LAWS
The following By-laws were ~a~e~d_;
No. 5991 - To provide for the appropriations for the year 1961.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ahl. Morton that AId. Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
tile first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and AId, Swayze that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing ~Rules of Council be temporarily ~uspended and tile by-law be
read the second time. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. F. Martin and AId. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
No, 5992 - To authorize tile levying and collecting of taxes for the 3, ear 1961, dud
defining the certain duties of the Clerk, Treasurer and Collector of
the City of Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. F. Martin that Ald. Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing tile by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously.
No. 5993 - To provide for giving the Collector of Taxes credit for the amount
returned by her to the Treasurer for the year 1960.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that Ald. Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reDdinE. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald, Morton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law read
the second time..- Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously.
No. 5994 - To anthorize the manner in which taxes for the year 1961,, shall become
due, to provide a time for payment and penalties for non-payment.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin tilt Aid.
NcCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. F. Martin that Rule
(2) of the Standing Rules of Gouncil be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. F. Martin and Ald. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
No. 5995 - To amend By-law Number 5687, to appoint an Assistant Municipal Welfare
Administrator,
ORDERED on the motion of AId. F. Martin and Ald. Swayze that AId. G.
Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be gives
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Geo.Martin and AId. McKinley that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Readin~ -Ald, McCallum and AId, F, Martin .- Carried'Unanimously,
BY -LAW
TIle followinlB~},-law was lLresentcdi
No. 5996 - To authorize tile borrowing of $150,000. for tile renovation of Public
Schools and Collegiate-Vocational Institute and to provide for the issue
of debentures of tile City of Niagara Falls therefor.
ORDERED on tile motion of Aid. McRinley and Aid. Swayze that AId. McCallun~
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the 1st.
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and Aid. Euayze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and tile by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
M__ISCELLANEOUS
Following Ald. McCallum's remarks regarding tile light standard on River
Road on the island opposite the Museum, and tbe number of times this light has been
ksocked down, it was c~dered on tile motion of Ald. McCallurn and Ald. McKinley that
the matter be referred to the City Manager for consultation with tile Niagara Parks
Commission for correction of this situation; the City Manager then to submit a
report thereon.
Ald. F. Martin referred to a contact received from tile General Chairman
of the Cancer Drive and his desire to ascertain how many members of City Council
will be attending the Forum next Monday evening, March 27th. at tile Collegiate
Auditorium, in order that seats might be reserved. All Members of Council indicated
their intention of attending, with the exception of Ald. White, who was not present
at tile meeting.
Aid. Swayze reported verbally on his attendance at the Niagara Regional
Development Association meeting held at Prudhommes and advised that 150 persons
were in attendance; many interesting features concerning agricultural~ industrial
aspects were presented.
AId. G, Martin referred to tile hazardous condition existing at the rear
of the Provincial Police Bullding~ where a large pond of water has accumulated
in between the fill and Itydro Property and which could be dangerous and was of the
opinion that some action should be taken, eveu if the City has to share in the
expense with Stamford Township, in order to avert a tragedy, which could occur
with children playing in that area. The City Manager was requested to take this
matter under advisement.
His Worship blayor Miller referred to the encouraging news which has
appeared, and the possibility of fayDurable results in investigations now under
way by the Minister of Municipal Affairs, the Honourable W, N. Warrender, as a
result of the efforts made by the City Manager and himself, as authorized by
Council, to ~ake contacts with the Premier with regard to more satisfactory grants
to the City of Niagara Falls.
Ald. G. Martin reported on attendance at an Unemployment Advisory Conm~ittee
meeting and the encouraging trend in employment in this area and stated that
industries were tehiring employees who were laid off before Christmas; the building
industry lathe area -is advancing; the International Silver Company has also rehird
a number.of empXoyees; and it now looks as if unemployment situation is on the down-
grade and should continue until the fall.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. McKinley and G.Martin,
READ AND ADOPTED, 27th, March, 1961,
erk
Mayor,
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FINANCE MEETING
COUhCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
20th.March, 1961,
The Finance Meeting was held on March 20th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Conmlitte~ were present, with the
exception of Ald. White. Ald. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $152,274.50 were approved
by the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the
motion of Ald. G, Martin and Ald. Morton.
A communication received from W. A. Gillies, public relations
representative of the Canadian Police Bulletin, was presented to Council for
consideration. The communication requested that the City purchase a half-page
ad at a cost of $60. in the ~orthcoming Bulletin. ORDERED on the motion of His
Worship Mayor Miller and Ald. Morton that the conmunication be receiMed and filed
and tile half-page ad be purchased, as in the previous year.
The City Managerss report on the application of the Fallgway Hotel,
946 Clifton 1ti11, for apermtt to erect a plastic, illuminated sign at an estimated
cost of $1,650. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. F. Martin that th~ report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager presented a verbal report on the application received
for a planetarium to be erected at the Clifton Motel, and recommended.that the
same be referred to the Property Cormmittee for consideration and a report.ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the verbal report and
reconm~endation be received and adopted.
-The City Manager presented a verbal report on the application of
Dominic Costa, for permission to move a house and attach ti~e same to the rear of
the dwelling at 2C24 Allen Avenue and advised that although he is not in f~avour
of the application, would recommend that it be referred to the Property Conanittec
for consideration and a report. ORDERED on the motion of His,Worship Mayor MilhIr
and Ald. Morton that the verbal report and recommendation be received and adopted.
The Conmittoe arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald,
G. Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 27th. March,. 1961.
Chairman of Finance.
Council Chal zbcr,
20ah, Narch, 190],
The Committee re-assembled at time close of the regular council and
finance meetings for the purpose of passing tile by-law which covcred tile accounts
approved by the Committee. All Members of Council were present, ~.:ith tile exception
of Ald. White. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
BY-LAW
The following By-law was j~.~.Ssedi
No. 5997 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED onthe motion of Ald. G. Martin aud Ald. HcKinley that Ald.
Callum be granted time privilege of introducing tile by-law and tile by-law be given
tile first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallurn and Ald. Mortou that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
tile second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Aid. G. Martin ~ Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum.
READ AND ADOPTED, 27th. March, 1961,
Clerk
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SEVENTEENTH MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
27th.March, 1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 4.30 p.m. on Monday, March
27th, 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All
Members of Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minute
of the previous meeting, adopte~ these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayzc.
Ald. McCallum arrived at the meeting.
Ald. G. Martin left the meeting -
COb~NICATIONS
Laid over from previous meetings;
No. 129 - Greater NiaRara Softball Association - requesting use of'Softball diamond~
in Cakes Park and Bridge St. grounds for 1961 season, with Glenview Playing Field
available as an alternative. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. F.
Martin that the communication be received an~ filed and the request granted.
SBE Report No. 80.
Ald. G.Martin returned to the meeting -
No. 133 - John A. DiBb_X - requesting permission to deliver soft drink beverages
to homes, clubs, churches, etc. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.Swayzc
that the communication be received and filed and license granted.
SEE Report No. 81...
No. 134 - South End Business & Professional Men's Association - re difficulty of
Main Service Station due to buses parking on west side of North Main Street. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the conm~unication be again
tabled, pending submission of a report by the Traffic Committee.
SEE Communicatio_e
No. 126' - Niagara Falls Jewish Sisterhood - re placing of benches at various bus
stops. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McTallum and Ald. Morton that the 'communi-
cation be tabled for one week and a report obtained from the Township of Stamford.
This motion was lost by a tie vote, the vote being - Aye -Ald. McCallurn, White,
Morton and McKinley; Naye- Ald. F. Martin, G. Martin, Swayze and Mayor Miller.
Prior to this motion, Ald. Swayze moved that the Greater Niagara Transit Commiss-
ion be permitted to authorize the installation of these benches; there was no
seconder to this motion. It was then ordered on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and
Ald. McKinley that the communication be received and referred to the Traffic
Committee for submission of a report to Council. Carried Unanimously.
SEE Cormaunication_._13_j'
The followin~ Communications were presented|
No, 135 - Greater NiaRara Transit Commission - advocating no change inpresent bus
stop in conjunction with the Hertznet Service Station on North ~in Street, ORDERED
on the motion of Ald, G, Martin and Ald, Ewayze that the communication he received
and tabled~ pending submission of a report by the Traffic Co.mmittes,
SEE CommunisationJ3-
No, 136 - Greater Niagara Transit Commission - req, permission to authorize the erect'
ion of benches at various bus stop locations, ORDERED on the motion of Ald,G.Martts
and Ald, McKinley that the communication be received and referred to the Traffic
Committee for submission of a report to Council,
..... ~ 1~6
SEE Communicatio~_~=:~
No, 137 ~ Executive Officer of Premier Frost - aclc. receipt of resolotion re sale!;
tax. ORDERED on tlme motion of AId. Morton and AId. McCallun~. that the conm]uni-
cation be received and filed.
No. 138 - BritishZ_Canadia__n Ve_t_crans Ass___o_q.. - invitation to annual
of Officers, April 7th, at 8 p.m. ORDERED on the n!otion of AId. C. llarril~ ax~cl
U,rton t-hat the invitation be received and accepted and as many of the members of
Council and their wives as f-{nd it possible, attend.
No. 139 - U.F. Junior Chamber of Conm~erce ~ requesting permission to conduct a door
to door light bulb blitz, April 5, 6 and 7th. ORDERED on the motion of-'dd.F.:;.'!rt:in
and Ald. Morton that tile co~unicatlon be received and filed and permission granted.
No. 140 - Greater Niaoara Chamber of Con~crce Tourist Committcc- invitation to
Tourist Seminar, April 12tb. at Park lIotel. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Morton
asd Ald. McCallurn that the invitation be received and accepted and as many of the
Members of Council as find it possible, attend.
Xo. 141 - German_.Socc~r Clu__bb - requesting permission to play soccer game at Oaken
Park on April 29th. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. F. Martin that
the communication be received and referred to the Parks and Recreation Conrail|tee
with power to act,
No. 142 - _Boy Scouts Association - req. permission to use Oal~es Park Football Field
on May 27th. for Wolf Cub Field Day, or the use of the Memorial Arena as an alter-
native in the event of inclement Weather. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and
Ald. Swayze that the communication be received and referred to th~ Parks and
Recreation Conrail|tee with power to act.
N0. 143 - Nia~_ara Memorial Mill|aires - req. permission to rent Cakes Park Football
Field on July 2nd. for Drum Corps Show. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin
and Ald. F. Martin that the communication be received and referred to the Parks and
Recreation Committee with power to act.
N0. 144 - Joseph Cerminara - complaint re Fiore Trucking Concern and their use of
driveway o~Eme~ Street. ORDERED on tile motion of Ald. G.' Martin and Ald. Swayze
that the communication be received and referred to the Traffic Committee for sub-
mission of a report.
N0, 145 - CitX Clerk~ Welland - resolution protesting sales tax. ORDERED on the
motion of ~ld.'[l~'C~llum and Ald. G. Martin that tile resolution be received and filed.
N0. 146 - N. F. and Suburban Roads Commission - Construction Programme for year 1961.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that tile communication be
received and filed.,
N0. 147 - Crown Assets Disposal Corporation - re Armoury and site at 1851 Victoria Ave.
N0. 148 - ~. L~ ~y~ Co. Ltd. ~ leg. ~on~i%'eration of a long term lease re above property.
' ~DERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication be
received and referred to the Property Committee for submission of a report.
No, 149 - Her___bert J. Hand - re dead-end area - Robinson Street. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze |bat the communication be received and referred to
. the Traffic Committee for a report,
REPORTS
~in~ Reports were presented;
~0. 80 - Parks and Recreation Con~ittee - approving of the use of the Glenview
Playing Field by'the Greater Niagara Sol|ball Associationas an alternative when the
Bridge St. grounds are being utilized for carnivalpurposes. ORDERED on the motion
°fAld. McKinley and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Commaunite|ion 129,
No. 81 ' C~it)~ & CitZ_q~erk- ' recor~nending that consideration be given to
J. A. Digby's application for licenee to deliver soft drink beverages to homes,
clubs, etc. providing that insolaf as possible the beverages sold will be purchased
from plants within the Greater Niagara Area, ORDERED on the motion of Aid,Morton
and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Communication
No. 59 - .G. H__~_~_TI___N_-r_McKINLEy - RESOLVED that C|;e next regular meet:inS of Council
be held on Tuesday evening, April 4th, 1961, cerementinS at 7.30 p.m. and the Seal
of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
BY-Lg.I
....
No. 82 - Pr___o, per~2(_ Committee - repossibility of City-owned lands on Slater Avenue
being made available to Niagara Falls Separate School Board; further details to be
reported to Council at a later date. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
Ald. Herton that the report be received ~nd filed,
No. 83 - ProJrty Cosm~ittee - recommending paTneat of account of 3ames Barr,Realtorl
rendered for the options obtained for Victoria Avenue properties in connection witl.
proposed bridge over C.N.R. tracks. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
F. Martin that the report be received and adopted and account be paid.
No. 84 - Property Committee - report on approximate costs of proposed bridge over
C.P.R. tracks, Victoria Avenue and reconmmnding owners of property in vicinity bc
approached to extend options to purchase, until April 30th, 1961. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. F. Harris and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted
and the matter be placed on the agenda for the Tour of Inspection-
No. 85 - Parks & Recreation Committee - suggesting doors of Memorial Arena on
MacDonald' Avenue be designated as "Adbulance Entrance" - No Parking at Any Time",
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received
and adopted.
No. 86 -C__q~ULMana~er's ReRor. jt - on application of Jose & Dominic Calabrese and
Dominic Chiarella, for permission to erect a U-unit motel at north-west corner
of Buchanan Avenue and Ferry Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
Swayze that time report be received and adopted' and request be referred to the
Property Conm~ittee for consideration and a report.
No. 87 - Joint Conmaittee of Three Area Municipalities on Municipal proclamations
recommendations, ORDERED on the motion of'Ald. McKinley and AId. McCallum that
the report be received and adopted with the deletion of all 'the words in the
second paragraph 'following "individual councils".
No. 88 - Cit~ Clerk - recosunending issuance of ltcences. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Morton and Ald. ~, Martin that the report be received and adopted..and licenccfz
issued accordingly.
No. 89 - City Clerk - application for a Hawker and Pedla. r Licenee to sell magaziec~
by telephone and door-to-door, which has not been approved by tbe Licensing Com-
mittee, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the report
received and filed and the license be not granted.
PgTITION
Lal___d over from previous
No. 9 (1960 File) - JoB. Ralph and 25 others - requesting construetied of a p~ve-
ment on Sixth Avenue'~'Fetherly from ltamil~on St. to the end of the street.
SEE Petition Numbe!,~'
The following Petition was presented;
No. 1 - Mrs. Janet Robbins and 29 others - rejecting previous petition for pavemeat
on Sixth Avenue and requesting repairs eo street~ oi1 and chip only. ORDERED on
the motion of AId. SwayzQ and AId. Morton that the petition be received and referred
to the C~ty Manager for submission o£ a ~eport.
RESOLUTION
The following Resolution was passedI
t
The followingS-law was~pa~s,s~eA;
5998 - A by-law to provide for the 1961 Expenditures on Roads or Streets.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. White and Ald. l.lorton that -Ud, l,:cCallum
be granted the privilege of introducing the by--law and the by-law be given the
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. HcCallum and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be ten;porarily suspended and the by-law be read
the second time. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald, McKinley and AId. HcCallum - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. G, biertin and Ald.
HcKinley.
READ AND ADOPTED, 4th. April, 1961.
Clerk
I
Mayo r.
FINANCE MEETIN~
.. Council Chamber,
- :' 271h.blarch, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on March 271h, 1961, for the purpose of
· approvlng and also passing the varlous accounts which had been properly certified
": and placed before them, All Hembets of the Committee were present. Aid. McCalhtm,
Chairman of Finance~ presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $217,418.16 were approved by
the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to She Council, on the motion
of AId. McKinley and AId. Swayze.
The Property Committee's report on the application of Niagara Planetarium
for erection of a poreable planetarium at 945 Clifton Hill, was presented for
"'~ consideration. The Committee suggested that no action be Oaken until more favourable
-- information regarding the unie's operation is made available to Council. ORDERED
on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Ald, .F. Martin that She repore be received
" and adopted.
40O
The property Committee's report on the application of Dominic
Costs for permission to move one of two houses and attach the same to the rear of
the existing dwelling at 2024 Allen Avenue, was.presented for consideration. The
Committee, recommended that after inspection of the premises, Mr. Costa's applic-
ation be not approved. ORDERED on tbe motion of Ald. Swayze and His Worship
Mayor Miller that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Rocco Bros. 1365
Ferry Street, for a building permit to construct a 50-unit motel, two storeys in
height, on Lots 2, 3 and 4 on the south side of Ferry Street and Lot 7, on the
east side of Buchanan Avenue, at an estimated cost of $175,000. was presented.
The report recommended issuance of a permit, subject to minor alterations in the
plan submitted. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the
report be received and adopted and permit issued. Carried, with Ald. G. Martin,
contrary ·
The property Conmdttce's report on their consideration of the requc ~'
of Mr. Jos. Biamonte for permission to sell part of a lot at the rear of premises
at south-east corner of Peer and Grey Stss. The Conunittec recentneeded that Mr.
Biamonte be permitted to sell the property for the erection of a 2-unit one-store'.'
dwelling, providing there is a 56-foot frontage provided on Grey St. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report bc received and adopted.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and A]d.
Whit e.
READ AND ADOPTED, 4th. April, 1961.
Clerk
rman of Finance.
GOUNGIL MEETING
· Council Chamber,
27th. March, 1961.
The Conrad|tree re-assembled at the close of the regular bonnell and
finance meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Conunittee. All Members of the Council were present. His Worship,
Mayor Miller, presided.
I Y-],AW
The following By-lm~ was passed;
No. 59p~.- To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. O. Martin end Ald. F. Martin that Ald.
McGallum be granted the privilege of ~n~rodu~ing the by-law and the by-law be read
the first time. ' Carried Unanimously.
101
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. McCallum and AId. Swayze thac Rule 36 (~)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be give~ the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. Morton and AId. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Aid. McCallum.
R~.AD AND ADOPTED, 4th. April, 1961.
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
27Ch. March, 1961.
The Comittee of Council assembled in Conference following the regular
council and finance meetings on Monday, March 27th, 1961, for the purpose of discussing
the various items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were present, His
Worship,Mayor MillerSpresided.
After consideration of the items presented, the Committee adjourned on the motion of
AId. ~hite and AId. G. Martin.
ADOPTED, 4th. April, 1961.
~ Chdirman.
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103
EIGHTEENTH MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
4th. April, 1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Tuesday, April
4th, 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members
of Council were present. The Council, having received and read the nhtnutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Aid. F.}4artin.
COI~4U~_NICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No. 126 - NinEarab.Falls Jewish Sisterhood - re placing of benches at various bus
stops.
No. 136 - Greater Niagara Transit Commission - requestin~ permission for the Com-
mission to authorize the erection of bench~. ORDERED on the motion of AId.Morton
and Ald. Swayze that the communications be received and filed and the recon~nendation
of the Traffic Committee that permission for the placing of benches on the streets
of the City of Niagara Falls be granted to the Niagara Palls Jewish Sisterhood
directly by Council, was carried, with Ald, McCallum-contrary. An amendment made
by Ald. McCallum that authority be given to the Transit Commission subject to approval
of Council, was not seconded.
ss~~ 90.
No. 134 - South End Business & Professional Men"s Association - referring to the
~ difficulty being experienced by'~Y~ Se~vfce St~'tlon due to buses parking on west
- side of North Main Street.
- ~o. 135 - Greater Niagara Transit Commission - advocating no change in present bus
- stop on North ~ain St. at Nartzner~s Service Station. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
~ McKinley and Aid, Norton that the communications be received and filed and the
reconmendations as contained in the Traffic Committee's report be adopted.
~EE Re_Rott Number 91.
At this time, His Norship Mayor Miller, extended a welcome to six members
of the Delta Zeta Phi Hi-Y,YMCA.
j No. 144 - Joe. Cerminara - complaining about Fiereds trucks using driveway adjacent
. to his pro~ Street. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Norton and Ald.
· Swayze that the communication be received and filed and the report of the Traffic
CortiCes be adopted.
~EE Report No. 92.
~o. 147 - Crown Assets Disposal Corporation - Armoury and site at 1851 Victoria Ave.
~o. 148 = j. L. S~me Co~ Ltd. - interested in obtaining lease if City of Niagara Falls
P~rchases Armoury and site. ORDERED on the motion o~ AId. G. ~arttn and Ald. Swayze
that the communications be again tabled and the report o£ the Property Co~nittee be
~ received and filed. The City Hanager advised that a more detailed report has been
Prepared for consideration of Council at the Conference Meeting, with regard to this
'Property.
~. 149 - Berbert J. Hand - re dead-end area ~ Robinson Street, ORDERED on the
motion of AId, Morton and AId, F. Martin that the communication be received and
filed and ~he recmmendatton of the Traffic Committee be adopted.
SE~Eaeport No. 9__4,
~--Liollowing Communications were Presentad~
"~. 150 . N.P. and Suburban Area Planting Board - Amendment Application of the '
Rapids Tavern, ORDERED on the motion of Aid, NcCallum and Aldo S~ayse that the com-
.~ni~aCion be received and filed and Council approve thac the necessary steps be
taken to have the Plan mended accordingly, ·
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105 ,
No. 151 - youth Committee - y.M.C.A. .youth-in-Government' projects and requesting
- McCallum
proclamation ofM ay 5th. ORDE""RED o'~ the motion of AId. O. Nattin and AId.
that the con~unicatton be received and filed and the City Council and City Officials
co-operate to the fulleat extend in connection with the program and a proclamation
be issued proclaiming "Youth'tnlG°vernment' Day.
No. 152 - Ki~s g~ ' quoting costs involved in promotion project
to distribute brochures to advertise the City as a vacation and tourist centre.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId. F. Martin that the co~auntcatton be
received and referred to the Chalx~nan of Finance with power to act. This motion
carried, the vote being - Aye -Ald. Swayze, F. Martin, McKinleY and Morton; Nays -
AId. McCallum, G. Nattin and White. An amendment made by Ald. McCallum and G.
Martin that the communication be received and referred to the Mayor and the Chairman
of Finance with power to act, was lost, the vote being - Aye - AId. McCallum, Gee.
Martin and White; Nays - AId. Morton, McKinleY, Swayze and FahoNartin.
No. 153 - A. Cent.. e - requesting construction of main sidewalk at side of his property
at 380 Fourth Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. McCallum that
the communication be received and referred to the City Manager for a report.
No, 154 - Irish Dry Beverages Limited - outlining detrimental aspects tn the issuance
of a litonce to an individual to deliver soft drinks to homes in Wingare Falls.
ORDERED ou the motion of AId, C. Martin and AId. F. Martin that the communication be
received and tabled until the next meeting of Council.
No. 155 - CTVF peninsula du Niagara - requesting support of Council in organization's
request for extension of CBC French network. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Morton
and Ald. G. Martin that the communication be received and tabled for one week and
the individual be requested to be present at the next meeting of Council.
REPORT..___ S
The follo~i_nl~ R~soured;
No. 90 - Traffic Committee - recenthanding that permission for the placing of benches
on the stre~f the"C{t~ of Niagara Falls be granted to the Niagara Falls Jewish
Sisterhood directly by Council.
No. 91 - TrafJic_Committee ' three recommendations in connection with bus stop and
Hartzner's Service Stati~ on west side of Main Street. ORDERED on th& motion of
Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Consnunication_~lB_~'
omittee - re Fiefo's trucks and complaint of Jos~ Carminers.
No. 92 - ~ld Norton and Aid, Sway~e .that the taper be received
ORDERED on the me ' ·
and adopted. Sgg Co~nunicatton 144.
No. 93 - Vroper~ Co~nittee - Re Armoury and site at 1851 Victoria Avenue. ORDERED
on the motion of ~'ld. ~. M~rtin and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and
filed. ~he City Manager advised that a more detailed report .would be ~ubmitted to
Council in Conference.
No. 9~ - ~lttee * recessheading that a sign be erected at corner of Clarke
and Robinson St. to a~vi"'s'~ the travelling public that Robinson St, is a '*dead end"
street Just east of the New York Central Bridge. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.Nor~e~
and Aldo F. Hartin that the report be received and adopted, S~v. Co~mntcation
No, 95 * City Manager * recommending attendance of Fire Chief Wade at ~raining
Course fo~ Municipal Fire Chiefs at the University o~ Toronto, April 26th. to 28th.
ORDERED .on the motion of AId. Norton and Ald, NcCallum that the report be received
and adopted.
No, 96 - City Manager * recommending installation of one additional street light on
Victoria Avenue, north of the existing lights - near ~horold Stone Road. ORDERgD'
on the motion of Ald, .F. liartin and AId, Morton that the report be received-and
adopted,
No. 97 - Property Committee ~ recommending that permission be not granted for the
erection of a lT-uuit motel at the north-west corner of Buchanan Avenue and Ferry
Street as applied for by Messrs, Calabrese and Chiarella, because of insufficient
area for proposed construction. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Morton and Ald. Swayze
that the report be received and adopted.
No. 98 - City Clerk - report of Conference held on March 27th. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
No. 99 - City Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and licences
issued accordingly.
RESOLUTION
The follo~rkng Resolution was passed;
No. 60 - MCKINLEY - MORTON - RESOLVED that a message of sympathy on behalf of His
Worship the Mayor and Members of the City Council be forwarded to Mr. Carl D.
Hanniwell, upon the death of his father, the late Mr. David Hanniwell, highly
esteemed resident of the City of Niagara Falls for a great number of years; and the
Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed,
Carried UnanimousiX,
BY-LAW
The following By-law was passed;
N0. 6000 - A by-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement with Roger Hunt
carrying on business under the firm name and style of '~unt's Greater
Niagara Ambulance Service" to operate an ambulance service within the
City of Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Aid. Morton that Aid. G. Martin
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the 1st.
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
(PaERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. F. Martin that Rule 36 (2)
0f the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. Morton and Aid. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously.
MTSCELLANEOUS
Aid. Whtt~ advised that he had received a call from the operator of the
Chip Wagon, who recently received a communication from the City Clerk regarding
the policy now in effect which provides that refreshment vehicles licensed to
operate in the City of Niagara Falls are not to carry on their operations within
200 feet of any promises licensed by the City of Niagara Falls for the sale of food.
The Alderman was of the opinion that such a policy should not apply to the operator
of a chip wagon es this type of operation did not compare with those carried on by a
refreshment vehicle.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and Ald. McCallum that Mr. Andrew
M0rhach be permitted to speak to Council. Mr. Mothath pointed out that his business
does not interfere with restaurants, as his cormnodity, potato chips, is mainly
Purchased by young people and children.
The City Clerk referred to a recent report and recommendation of the
~e£reshment ~ehicle Committee which was adopted by Council, which instructed the
~hrk to advise such operators accordingly. The City Clerk advised Council that
N0rhach~s vehicle comes under the same category as refreshment vehicles.
I C0uncil as a whole agreed that it was never intended that Chip Wagons should be
included in this policy,
SEE Resolution Number 61.
RESOIA~TION
W~ITE- MORTON - RESOLVED that Mr. Andrew Morhach he excluded from the
presently in effect with reference to refreshment vehicles insolaf as
requiresent to remain at least 200 feet distant from any licensed victualling
'sts~lis~ment| end the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimousl .
In answer to Aid. Mceallum's query as to the signs which are to be
erected on River Road prohibiting hea~y trucks, the City Manager advised that
these are ready for painting and will be erected by the end of this week.
In answer to Ald. McCallurn*s query concerning progress being made in
connection with the island presently in the middle o£ the road, adjacent to
the Niagara Palls Museum, which has proven to be a hasard to motorists on River
Road, the City Manager advised that it is the lntention~ following discussion with
the Niagara Parks Commission, to have the island cut back to the existing light
standard- 60 or 75 feet will be removed from the island and a warning sign will
be conspicuously erected for the safety of the public. The Engineering Department
is to check up to ascertain if the sidewalk on River Road can be cut back to the
property line in order to provide more space, and existing ramps will be removed
entirely.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald.
McKinley.
REA~ AND ADOPTED~ 10th. April, 1961.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
Ald. Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 10th. April, 1961.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
4th.' April, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on April 4th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them, All Members of the Conmittee were present. Ald.McCallum,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $48,598.88 Were approved by
the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
of AId. McKinley and Ald. Swayze.
The City Clerk advised that a request had been received 'fr~ the Order
of The ~Mnaranth (Ladies Masonic Division) for the City to purchase space in their
forthcoming Program in connection with the Convention to be held at the Park Rotel,
June 1st. 2nd. and 3rd. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton
that the request be received and re£erred to the City Manager and ~he Chairman of
Finance with power to act.
The CityManagerts report on the application of Landyes Lane United
Church for a building permit to erect a new Church on the premises on the north
side o~ Lundy~s Lane between Main Street and Drummond Road, at an estimated cost
o~ $212,028.50 was presented for consideration. OSDERSD on the motion of AId.
Morton and AId. F. Martin that the repo;t be received and adopted and permit issued.
COUNCILMEETING
Council Chamber,
4th. April, 1961.
The Con~iCtee re-assembled at the close of the regular council and
finance meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Con~nittee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship,
~yor Miller, presided.
BY-LAW
The following By-law was passed;
Re. 6001 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that Ald.McCallurn
· be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
rea~ing. , Carried ,Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
[bird Reading -Ald. McCallum and Ald. gwayze . Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald. McCallurn and Ald. Swayco.
READ AK~)ADOFfSD, lOth. April, 1961.
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CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
4th. April, 1961.
The Committee of Council assembled in Conference, following the regular
council and finance meetings on Tuesday, April 4th, 1961, for the purpose of
discussing the various items presented to them. All Members of the Cou~nittee were
present. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
After consideration of the items presented, the Cou~mittee adjourned on the motion
of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. White.
REM) AND ADOPTED, lOth. April, 1961.
C 1 erk
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~I~ETEEHTH MEETING
Council Chamber,
10th.April, 1961.
REGULAR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, April lOth.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton.
DEPUTATION
Mr. Zenon Fulhan was present in connection with the communication which was
placed before Council at the previous meeting, and which was laid on the table in
order that more information could be procured as to the suggested activity of the
organization, CTVF Peninsult du Niagara. ORDERgD on the motion of Ald, McCallurn and
Aid. Swayze that Mr. Fulhan be heard.
1~. Fulhan advised that this organization was formed in Welland and
represents the parishes of Hamilton, St. Catharines, Niagara Falls and Welland and
as effort is being made to get an extension of the French network from CBC, Montreal.
For this purpose it would be necessary to instel arelay station probably in Hamilton
and the some procedure is being fo11¢med as in gudbury in their request. He pointed
out the advantages of such a station, acquainting persons with the French language
and French culture and it would possibly be an advantage to students studying French.
He pointed out that no financial backing is required.
Following enquiries by members of Council and further discussion, His
Worship the Mayor expressed appreciation to the speaker for his attendance at the
meeting.
aEi~B~L~nicatiojl~.
COre~UNICATIONS
Laid__o~er fro__mprevious meetings;
No. 141 - German Village Soccer Club - requesting permission to play soccer game
at Oakes Park on April 29th. with professional team from Hamilton. (~DERED on the
motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the comunication be received and
filed and request 8ranted providing that if a charge for admittance is made st the
gate, the City's pe[centage must be paid to the Corporation.
N0. 142 - Bc~y Scouts Association ~ requesting permission to use Oakes Park Football
Field on May 27th. for a Wolf Cub Field Day. ~DERED on the motion of Ald. O.Martin
and Ald. Swayze that the co{niceties be received and filed, and the request granted,
subject to the condition that all activities must be completed by 4 p.m.
SEE Re_~ort Number 10!.
N0. 143 - Niagara Memorial Militaires - requesting perm/ssion to conduct a Drum Corps
Sh0won July 2nd. at Oakes Park Football Field. ORDERED on the motion of AId.Morton
and AId. p. Martin that the conzaunication be received and filed and request granted.
S~Ke_p~rt. NumbeW O~.
N0. 154 - Irish Dry Beverages Ltd, - outlining detrimental aspects if a licence to
deliver soft drinks to homes in Niagara Falls is issued. ORDERED on the motion of
.ld. O. Martin and Aldo F. l~rtin that the communication be received and filed and
be not granted. Prior to this action, the City Clerk advised that the
Township of Stamford have approved the granting of a licence for this purpose,
~,155 . CTVF Veninsule du Niagara - requesting support in effort to procure an
extension of the OB~ French network in the Niagara Peninsult. It was ordered on the
o~ Ald. G. ~rttn and AId. Morton ~hat the '~o~unication be .received ~nd filed,
~tion was eartied by s vote of ~ to 3~ ~he vote being 'AYe-Ald.G.Nartin,Morton~
end McKinley~ Naye-Ald. Swa~e, McCall~ and Pabo ~rtin. An ~en~ent by AId,
seconded by Ald,F.~rtin tha~ the Council support the orSsnizstion~ was los~
~ ~ote of 4 ~o 3, the vo~e being'Aye-Ald,McOall~F,~rtin and Swayze~ ~ye-Ald,G.
Morton, ~ite and McKinley,
The followin_~_Comnunications were p_resented[
No. 156 - Ci_~of London - Resolution advocating increased grants for institutions
having domiciliary care. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Harton and Ald. McKinley
that the resolution be received and tabled for two weeks until such time as Council
meets with the Cou~mittee from the County Home in Welland.
No. 157 - United Steelworkers of America - requestlog Council to support their
protest to~rravincial Government re new Sales Tax. ORDERED on the motion of Ald,
F. Martin and Ald. McCailum that the camunitarian be received and filed. Council
referred to Resolution No. 53 passed at the meeting of March 13th.
No. 1~8 - Downtown Businessmen's Association - requesting meeting with Council on
April 17th.'7~discuss new Christmas lighting contemplated for downtown area.
~RDERED on the motion of AId. F. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication
be received and filed and they be advised that Council will meet with them on
April 17th. after the regular meeting.
No. 159 - Liquor Control Board of Ontario - advising of closing hours effective
April 10th. 1961. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that
the cormnunication be received and filed.
No. 160 - Children*s Aid SocietY, Welland - invitation to Annual Meeting and Dinners
April 13th.~efectory, Queen Victoria Park. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton
and AId. Swayze that the invitation be received and accepted and as many of the
members of Council as find it possible, attend.
No. 161 - Fire Inspectors' Conference - invitation to banquet, Park Hotel, April
2Orb. at 7.00 p.m. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that
the invitation be received and accepted and as many of the members of Council as
find it possible, attend.
H{s Worship Mayor Miller requested Ald. Faho Martin to represent him
at the dinner of the Pire Inspectors commencing at 7 p.m. due to the fact that it
will be necessary for him to be present at 6.30 the same evening on the occasion
of the dinner of the International Welding Croups.
No. 162 - Canadian National Railways ' accepting City's offet to purchase land
on Bridge Street. ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. Morton that
the communication be received and filed and the Company be notified that the City
Solicitor will act for the City of Niagara Falls in this matter.
The following Reports were presented;
No. 100 - Parks and Arena Committee - r~conxaending permission be Branted to
German Village Soccer Club to use Oakes Park on April 29th. providing tha~ if a
charge for admittance is made at the gate, the Cityss percentage must be paid to
the Corporation. ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the
report be received and adopted. SEE Co~municati°~l~
No. 101 - Parks and Recreation Committee - recommending permission. be granted to
Boy Scouts for use of Oakee Park May 27th. subject to condition that all activities
must be completed by 4 p.m. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. e. Martin and Aid.Swears!
that the report be received and adopted,
SEE Cox~nunicati
No, 102 - Parks and Recreation Consntttee - reconm~ndtng that permission be granted
to Niagara Memorial Mtlital~es to hold a Drum Corps Show. at Oakes Park, July
ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Morton and Ald. F. Martin that. the report be
and a~opted,
No, 103 - Arena CowtaLlies - re possibility of Boston Bruin8 using Memorial Arena
for fall training, ORDERED on the motion of AId, Swayze and Ald, McCallum that
the report be reeeive~ and filed,
No. 104 - Gf__~y_Manaf~ - advising of resignation of Robt. Quast of Fire Department
and requesting authority to advertise position. ORDERED on the motion of AId.
Morton and AId. Swayze that the report be received and flied and authority granted
as requested.
N0. 105 -~ineer - report on attendance at 12th. Annual Meeting of Canadian
Building Officials, in Ottawa, April 5th. 6th, and 7th. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Morton and Ald. P. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
No. 106 - ~, report on Conference held on April ~th. ORDERED on the
motion of Aid. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and
adopted.
No. 107 - Ci~CJ.~rk - r~commending issuance of lieantes. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted and licences
issued accordingly, with the deletion of the application of J. Giby for a Mawker's
licenee.
SEE Communication 154.
PET_~ITIO~
The followi~ion was _presentedl
No. 2- Manager, Princess__Theatre and Mann er of Seneca T~heatre - requesting municipal
by-law to permit opening of theatres on Sundays between the hours of 1.30 p.m. and
~2 p.m. midnight. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Aid. Morton that the
petition be received and referred to the City Solicitor for preparation of the
necessary by-l~w, in conjunction with the Solicitor for the Township of Stamford.
RESOLtFflON
The following Resolution was passed;
N0.62 - NcCALLUM - McKINLEy - RESOLVED that Whereas there is an urgent need for
a Eeneral study of urban conditions in and adjacent to the City of Niagara Falls
(Ontario) in order to determine the future orderly deyelopment of the built-up
portion of that area; and Whereas it is provided by Section 33, Part V of The
National Housing Act, 1954, that Central Mortgage and Housing Corporation may,
with the approval of the Governor~in-CoUncil and the Government of the Province,
sake arrangements with a municipality to conduct special studies relating to the
condition of urban areas, improving housing, to the need for additional housing
or for urban redevelopmentl and Whereas Central Mortgage and Housing Corporation
will advance up to 757, of the estimated cost of such a special study (as described
on the attached submission, when it is intended to cover an entire municipality or
a Metropolitan area, including, for the purposes of this study, the City of Niagara
Jails, the Township of Stamford, and the Village of Chippers; Whereas it is estimated
that the cost of such a study will be $26,000.00 of which amount the Central Mortgage
and Housing Corporation would contribute $19,500.00; and the City of Niagara Falls
would con~ribute $6,500.00] Whereas it is required under the provisions of Section
33 0f The National Housing Act, 1954, that an application to Central Mortgage and
Rousing Corporation for financial aid for such a study be a formal resolution of
C0uncil defining the objectives of the study and supported by an itemized estimate
0f cost, Particulars of the technical and other staff required, and written proof
of Pr0vincial approval; Therefore the Council of the Corporation. of the City of
Niagara Palls resolves as follows: '
1, That ~he Plannin8 Beard be authorized to prepare and submit, through the
:lcrk of the municipality, to the !dinislet of Municipal Affairs and to Central
and Housing Corporation, a detailed submission containing an itemized
estimate of the cost De the study along with particulars of the study programme,
2. That the Urban R~newal Study be conducted under the. immediate supervision
the Planning Board, in order that it may be related to the Official Plan of the
ells and Suburban Planning Area,
That the Minister of Municipal Affairs be advised of the intention of the
ltYfof Niagara Falls to make application to Central Mortgage and Housing Corporation
lnencial aid to conduct an Urban Renewal Study, and of the nature of this study,
that he be requested to arrange approval ~o. ChO. m0king. of. such.and. application
a~ such 'a ' stud~. ...........
4. That an application be made to Central Mortgage and Housing Corporation,
pursuant to Section 33(1)(h) of The National Housing Act, 1954, for financial aid
in the amount of $19,500.00 for the purpose of conducting an urban renewal study
in and adjacent to the City of Niagara Falls and that the City of Niagara Fails
provide a sum of $6,500.00. The £oregoing amounts represent 75% and 257° of the
costs of this survey, the total cost to be $26,000.00; and the Seal of the Cor-
poration be hereto affixed. Carried.
(AId.White and Morton-contrary).
BY-LAWS
The following By-laws were passed;
No. 6002 - To provide for the adoption of an amendment to the Niagara Falls and
Suburban Area Official Plan.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId. Morton that Ald. Geo.
Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that Rule
36 (2) of the Standing Rules of Council be tenr~orarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously-
Third Reading - AId. Morton and AId. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously.
~o. 600___3 - A by-law to amend By-law Number 5335(1955), as amended, which is a by-law
to regulate the use of land and the use, location, spacing, height and
area of buildings and strnctures within the City of Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. White and AId. McCallum that Ald.G.Martin
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the let.
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Can. Martin and AId. ~. Martin thaC Rule
36 (2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanin~usly.
Third Reading - AId. McGallum and AId. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
~o. 600~ - A by-law to set up a Transportation Commission Jointly with the Township
of Stamford.
ORDERED on the motion of. AId. McCallum and AId. Swa~e that AId.McKinleY
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the 1st.
reading, - Carried Unanimously.
CSDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId.. Morton that-Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId, G. Martin and Aid, Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId, McKinley and AId.
Morton,
REA~ AN9 ADOPTED, lTth. April, 1961.
Clark
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
10th, April, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on April lOth, 1961, for the purpose of
spproving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee, were present. Ald.McCallum,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $81,010.88 were approved by
the Conunittee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were ordered
placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion of Aid,
McKinley and Ald. Swayze.
The City Manager*s report on the application of B. F, Goodrich Canada,
Lim/ted, for permission to erect a metal sign at the south-east corner of their lot,
at an estimated cost of $150. was presented for consideration. ORDERED onthe motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. F, Martin that the report be received and adopted and permit
issued.
The City Manager's r~port on the application of Jos. Koran, to move a house
from 1551 Hurray Street to a vacant lot east of 1791 Murray Street, was presented for
consideration. The report contained the Property Committee's recommendation that a
permit be issued. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the
report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Managerts report on the application of Mr. S. Dovi, 2006 Buchanan
Avenue to move a two-storey dwelling from 1706 Ferry St. to a vacant lot adjacent
to his home at 2006 Buchanan Avenue. The Manager's recommendation that the
application be referred to the Property Committee with power to act, was ordered on
the motion of AId. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report and recommendation be
received and adopted.
The C0mmfttee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
Ald. F. Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 17th. April, 1961.
Clerk
,~nan of Finance.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
10th.Aprtl, 1961.
The Conxaittee re-assembled at the close of the regular council and finance
~ee~tngs for the purpose of passing the by-law
which co,,red the .ccounts
e Committee, All Members of Council were present. His Worship Mayor Miller
ded, -
BY-LAW
~e-~/f011owtng By-law was passed;
~'~'~,~* To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. F. Rattin and Aid. Swayze that Aid.
~cCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be
given the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. ~cCallum and AId. Swayze that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. ' Carried UnanimouslY.
Third Reading - AId. Morton and Aid. F. Markin - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned on the motion of AId. McCallum and Ald. McKinley.
READ AN9 ADOPTED, 17th. April, 1961.
TWENTIE~'H NEETIN~
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
17th.April, 1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, April 17th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, with the exception of Ald. Swayze. The Council, having
received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these ou the motion
of Aid. Morton and Aid. F. Martin.
AId. McKinley arrived at the meeting.
His Worship Mayor Miller extended a welcome to a group of young people
representing several Fraternities and Sororities of the district, to the meeting.
Th!following Con~nuntcations were presented;
N0. 163 - Greater Niagara Assco. for Retarded Children - invitation to Open-House.
April 19th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Aid. McCallum that the
invitation be received, accepted and as many of the members as find it possible
attend.
No. 164 - Alpha Delta Hi~Y - requesting permission to hold a street dance on
April 28th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton chat the com-
munication be received, filed and permission granted, subject to supervision by the
CityManager,
N0. 165 - B.M.E. Church - requesting permission to hold a tag day on August 5th.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the con~nunication be
received, filed and permission granted as date is available.
~o. 166 - Fonthill Fire Association (Volunteers) - cormending work of Captain Scan
Th0meon and Wm, Sills of the Niagara Falls Fire Department. ORDERED on the motion
0i AId. Morton and AId. McCallnm that the communication be received and filed and
the members be congratulated on their work.
~0, 167 - International Chemical Workers Union, Local 345, ~ requesting Council to
Protest proposed increased rates of Bell Telephone Company. ORDERED on the motion
0[ Ald, Norton and Ald. White that the con~nunication be received and filed and
the Protest be registered,. Carried~ with AId, McCallum-contrary.
~0. 168 - HYdro-Electric Commission of Niagara Falls - enclosing copy o[ Balahce
Sheet and Operating Report for year ended December 31st,1960. ORDERED on the
m0~'iou of Ald, 6. ~artin and Ald, Morton that the communication be received and filed.
No. 169 - City of Windsor - resolution requesting Provincial Government consider
[Zepealing Section 13 oi The Assessment Act which limits ~axation of ross recei t
0, ;L;,e total sue, reeei,ts. o ERE, the ,oti:ns
N0, 170 ~ Ontario Municipal Board - outlt I d g.
adPllcations for approval of by-laws passed under authority of Section of The
esnln8 Act, ORD~RRD on the motion of Ald, McKinley and Ald, Morton that the com-
prnlcation be received end filed and the Board be advised that the Council wish to
0teed under now sections,
N0, 171 , NiaRara Home Furnishera - Plan of proposed temporary structure, to be
as a shelter for display o{ outdoor summast furniture, to be located between
and 1855 Ferry Street. ORDffitED on the motion of AId, Norton and Ald.NcCallum
the communication be =eceived and re£erred to the Property Co~itcee with power
.R~PORTS
The followinf~Reports were presented;
No. 108 - C~ger ' report on meeting April 13th. to discuss lighting
situation ~n Robert Street, Newman }~ill, Falls Avenue, Clifton Hill, River Road
and Bender Hill. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that
the report be received and filed pending submission of a further report.
No. 109 - E__quipmen~tCommittee - recouphanding purchase of items for Filtration
Plant, Municipal Garage, .as included in the 1961 Estimates. ORDERED on the motion
of AId. ~. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the report be received and adopted.
No. 110 - Frop_ertyJo~initteJ ~ re operations of Irish Dry Beverages, Peer Street.
It was ordered on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report
be received and adopted; this motion was lost - the vote being tied, -Aye
Ald. Morton, F. Martin nnd McKinley; 'Nays -Ald. White, G, Jrtin and McCallum.
An amendment mde by Ald. G. Martin and seconded by Ald. McCallum that ~he repoYc
be received and the ~cter placed on the Tour of Inspection, was carried by a ~ote
of 4 to 3, the vote bein~ - Aye -Ald. G.Martin, McCallum, White and ~yor Miller;
Nays -Ald. Morton, F, Martin and McKinley.
Prior to ~he above action, it was ordered on the motion of AId.McKinley
and Ald. Morton that Mr. George ~chell, 1818 peer Street, the person who had
co~lained about the operations of ~he Irish Dry Beverages, be peatted ~o speak
to Council. Mr. Mitchell referred co the noise emanatinS from ~he Irish Dry building,
adjacent ~o his h~e' on peer Street and his attempts to request the ~na~er of the
Plant to ~eep the door closed and referred to the fact ~hac when he purchased his
home, ~he house knM as 1S24 Peer S~reet, adjacent to his property at ~818 peer
Street, n~ bein~ used as a driveway by Irish Dry trucks, was in a residential area,
On the motion of AId. Morton and AId. ~. ~rtin, Mr. B. M. McGirr,
president of lrish Dry BeyeraSes, was also 9er~ed to spuk ~o Council. ~e
referred to recent c~plaints about ~he operations of the plan~, the
mde by the Police and ~he subsequent investi~atfon by the ~roperty Co~ittee.
Mr. McGitr stated that he had not acted in any different mnner than afiy one would
ha~e,statin~ ~hat' he has a business ~o conduct; and referred to the amount of
money he has invested in ~he plant, the number of persons ~loyed gnd that his
desire was to carry on b~sfness either in this location or som~ o~her
He stated that he was quf~e prepared co be ~o~erned by the wishes of the Council,
and that it was not his desire to antaSonize anyone. The speaker queried his
position as to ~he ~acant propert~ adjacent to the plant (forefly 1S24 Veer St.).
~. 111 - ~C~ Engineer. - construction of cmbined sewers on Bucklay A~enue, Simc0e
S~reet and Crawford Place. O~ED on ~he motion of Ald, McKinley and Ald.McC~llum
~ha~ the repor~ be received and adopted and wor~ proceeded with.
SEE Resolution 6)~
No, 112 - Ci~ Engineer - 6-inch wate~ln on Muir Avenue. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. F. Martin end Xld. Morton that the report be received and adopted and work
proceeded with. SEE Resolution 64J.
No, 113 - City Engineer - demolition of Old Asphalt Flant-Buttrey Street. ORDERED
on the motion of AId. Morton and AId, d. Martin that the report be received and
adopted and work proceeded with, BEE Resolution 65J
No. 114 - City Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion o{
Ald. Morton and AId. McKinley that the report be received and adopted and licences
issued accordingly.
At this point, the City Clerk advixed that MJro John Digby was present
at the meeting with reference to his application for a pedlar's litante, which was
refused at the last meetinS of Council.
ORDERED on the motion o[ AId. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that Mr.DiSbY
be heard.
Mr. Digby referred to the protest registered by the President of Irish
Dry Beverages against his application for permission to deliver soft drinks within
the City of Niagara Falls. He referred to his association with the soft drink
business for the past ten years, six of which were carried on with Irish Dry.
Mr. Digby advised that he would guarantee that the supplies delivered by himself
and partner would be a Niagara Falls product and referred to the investment made
in the purchase of a truck; that they are both unemployed veterans with children
to support and was of the opinion that the operation proposed would in no way
interfere with grocery stores. He referred to the approval of their application
for a licence by the Township of Stamford subject to certain stipulations. Mr.
Digby requested Council to reconsider their decision. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. McKinley and Ald. F. Martin that the application of Mr. John Digby be referred
to the next meeting of the Council as a whole, Carried Unanimously. Prior to this
action, Ald. Morton moved that the application be referred back to the Licensing
Connittee for reconsideration; there was no seconder to this motion.
Ald. Morton referred to the Department of Highways and the fact that
about a year and a half ago, directional signs were to be erected on the Q.E.W.
at Stanley Avenue and Second Avenue and as yet they have not been erected. He
moved that this matter be taken up with the Department. There was no seconder.
The CityManager advised that this matter has now been laid in abeyance pending
completion of the Traffic Survey.
~ESOLUjlONS
The following Resolutions were j~assed;
~o. 63 - McKINLEy - McCALLUM - RESOLVED that Report Number 111, re the construction
of combined sewers on Buckley Avenue from Morrison Street to Simcoe Street; Simcoe
Street from Buckley Avenue to 210 feet westerly; Crawford Place from Buckley Avenue
~o 290 feet westerly, be received and adopted and work proceeded with; and the Seal
of the Corporation be. hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimouslj.
No. 64 - F .MARTIN - MORTON - RESOLVED that Report Number 112, re the construction
of a 6-inch watermain on Muir Avenue, between Ferguson Street and Leader Lane,
be received and adopted and work proceeded with; and the Seal of the Corporation be
hereto affixed.
Carrie~dUnanimousl~.
No. 65 - MORTON - G.MARTIN ~ RESOLVED that Report Number 113, re the demolition of
the old Asphalt Plant on Buttrey Street between Welland Avenue and Muir Avenue be
received and adopted and work proceeded with; and the Seal of the Corporation be
hereto affixed. ' o
~arried Unanimously.
~0.66 -McKINLEy - F.MARTIN - RESOLVED that a message of sympathy on behalf of
Ris Worship the Mayor and Members of the City Council be forwarded to Detective
Th0s. Keep upon the death of his father the late Mr. Thoms Keep, highly esteemed
~esident of the City of Niagara Falls for a number of years; and the Seal of the
Corpora~ion be hereto affixed,
BY-LAWS
Carried Unanimously.
Th-!following By-law was presented;
~- A by-law to authorize the purchase of a Fire Engine Pumper.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. McKinley that AId.
theh,,-lawand thsby-lawhegiven
ORDERRD on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
the Standing Rules of Counci'l be temporarily Suspended and the by-law be given
e second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Th-~._iollowing By-laws were passed;
~'.,A, by.-law eo provide for borrowing $37,34~.~ upon. debentures tO pay for
the construction ot concrete gutter and asphalt pavement on Sixth Avenue;
asphalt pavement and gutter on Stamford St=eat; and concrete sidewalks
on Lowell Avenue and queen Street.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. HcKinley and AId. Morton that AId.
HcCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId. G. Martin that Rule.36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
Siren the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - Aid. F. Martin and Ald0 Morton - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6008 - A by-law to permit Sunday movies.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. F. Martin that AId.
McKinley be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be
given the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. F. Martin and Aid. McCallurn --Carried Unanimously.
pLAN~TA~IUM
At this time, Mr. Claus E. Damkjar who had recently requested
permission to present an application for the erection of a temporary planetarism,
which the property Committee at the Council Meeting of March 27th. had suggested
that no action be taken until more information regarding the operation of such a
unit is made available, was permitted to speak to Council on the motion of AId.
McKinley and AId. Morton.
M~. Kamkjar advised that Mr. Hugh Robey, of Robert Soper Limited,
Hamilton, Ontario, was present in order to explain in detail the construction of
the proposed planetarium, which it was proposed to erect at 945 Clifton Hill.
Mr. Robey outlined in detail the method of erection, type of construction of
the planetarium but in answer to a query with reference to approval of the Fire
Marehal's Office, the speaker advised it has not been approved ~ut the firm were
endearouting to meet the requirements of the Fire Marshal.
The City Manager referred to the Original planwhich showed only
one door and that he no~ understood that the plans had been revised to include
two doors. Fire Chief Wm. Wade who was also in attendance at the meeting, was
requested to speak on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald, Morton.
The Fire Chief referred to the fact that for some years now his
Department had endsspouted to make public halls and such types of buildings for
assembly as safe as possible and had ode a great deal of progress. He however
expressed concern over the proposals outlined and the possibility of fire hazard,
panic and possible loss of life and expressed the desire that Niagara Falls
should not be the first co~aunity to experiment in the operation of a planetarium
of this tyPe.His Worship the Hayor was of the opinion that before Mes~rs. Damkjar
and Robey returned that the approval of the Ontario plreMarshal's Department
should be obtained, before Council could consider the matter further.
His Worship the Hayor asked Council*s opinion as to the possibility
of meeting with a co~rnittee of the Council regarding Senior Citizens* Home on
Monday, April 2~th. at ~ p.m.
As no agreement could be reached by the Members of Council, the
representatives of County Council ware to be so advised.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Aldo McKinley and AId.
White.
RBAD AM) ADOFtZD~24th. April~ 1961.
Clerk
T
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
17th. April, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on April 17th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present, with the
exception of AId. Swayze. Ald. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $152,146.52 were approved
by the Committee,
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin.
The Property Commtttee's report on their consideration of the application
of F, S. Dovi, 2006 Buchanan Avenue, to move a two-storey dwelling now located at
1706 Ferry Street, to a vacant lot adjacent to 2006 Buchanan Avenue, was presented
for consideration. The Committee advised that they did not consider it advisable
to grant such permission and recommended that a permit be not granted, ORDERED
on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. F. Martin that the report be received and
adopted,
The City Manager's report on Mr. Jog. Sebok, 1490 Ferry ~treet, and
his desire to purchase a small plot of City-o~rned land at the north-west corner
of Allen and Robinson Street, in order to move the dwelling known as 1706 Ferry St.
on to the premises, was presented for consideration, The City Manager recommended
that the applicant be advised that the City lot is not for sale; being of the
0pinion that the lot is too small for residential development. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Dominico and Annibale
~'Addio, 989 Willmort Street, for permission to lnstal gasoline tanks for gasoline
storage purposes on the vacant lot on the north side of Ferry Street between Mc-Grail
and Buchanan Avenue and forming part of the premises of Central Garage, was presented.
ORDERED on the motion of AEd. Morton and Ald, F. Martin that the report be received
and adopted and the application be referred to the Property Committee.
The Confairies arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
~. Martin.
RMAD A~ ADOZ~FJ), 24~h. April, 1961.
Clerk
COUNCIL I~ETZNG
Council Chamber,
17th. April, 1961.
The Committee re-assenbled at the close of the regular council and
meetings for the purpose of passing the bY-lawwhich covered the accounts
by the Coumaittee, All Members of Council pete present, ~ith the exception
Swayza. His Worship the Hayor presided.
1t9
.BY-LAW
The follo~inJ_~y-law was J~assed;
No. 6009 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that Ald.
McCallumbe granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be
given the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
O~DERED on the motion of Aldo McCallum and Ald. F. Martin that Rule
36 (2) of the StandinS Rules of Council be t~porarily suspended and the by-law
be given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. McKinley and Ald. G. ~rtin - Carried UnanimouslY.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.McCallum,
READ AND ADOPTED, 24th. April, 1961.
C 1 erk
· ' * ' * ' ' Mayor.
COI~ERENCE ~
Council Chamber,
17th .April ,1961.
The Conx~ittee of Council asspmhled in Conference, following the
regular meetings of Council and Finance, on Nonday, April 17th, 1961, for th~
purpose of considering the items placed before them. All Hembets of the Committee
were present, with the exception of AId. Swayze. His Worship, Hayor Hiller,
presided,
After consideration of the various items presented, the Committee adjourned on the
motion.of Ald..Ceo..Nartin.and Ald. Herton. ................
TWENTY-FIRST MEETING
Council Chamber,
24th.April, 1961,
REGULAR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, April 24th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, with the exception of Ald. White. The Council, having received
and read the minaret of the previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald.
McKinley and Ald. F. Martin.
Ald. Morton arrived at the meeting.
DEPUTATIO~N
Mr. F. S. Barclay of the Bell Telephone Company of Canada, accompanied by
Mr. Norman Phemister from the Toronto Office, appeared before Council and it was
erdered that Mr. Barclay be heard, He proceeded to explain in some detail the aspects
ef the proposed plan of the Bell Telephone Company to extend the tell call service
system in the area surrounding the City of Niagara Falls· He pointed out that they had
had various requests for the institution of this plan and that after the publicity
appeared in the press they only received a very small percentage of c~lls, that is
rels~lng to their total customers and that of these calls only one-half of one percent
-indicated opposition.
The several members of Council directed questions to Mr. Barclay and Mr.
-Fhemister as to the possible affect with reference to the fixed or lower income Sroup
and Personnel insolaf as operating staff Was concerned. At one point Nr. Barclay
.indicated that in the event the City of Niagara Falls did not approve, that his
C0mpsny would in all probability proceed with other sections of the plan and was
then asked if that situation developed, would it leave the City of Niagara Falls without
.this type of service and he then advised that his Company certainly would not contemplate
the sizeable expenditure involved in the whole Peninsula if any group did not wish it
supplied.
Following the explanation and questions and answers, His Worship Mayor
Miller thanked Mr. Barclay and Mr. Ph~mister for appearing before the Council and
mking theiT presentation.
With reference to this topic, the City Clerk advised council that although
it was ordered at the previous meeting that a protest be filed, a protest had not
b0en f~led because at the present time there was no place to file and there was no
]aPplication before th~ Board of ~ransport Commissioners.
· endere had been called for the supply of Crass Seed, Rental of Construction
Equipment and other Supplies and it was ordered on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
.'10rt0s that the tenders received, be opened, initialled by His Worship the Mayor and
tabulated.
READ AND ADOFEED, 24th. April, 1961.
CO~NICATIONS
"he J.=ollowtnR Communications were presented;
:~0. 172 . United Senior Citizens of Ontario. - requesting proclamation of Senior
!ltizsns Week, June 4th. to lOth. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze
-hat the communication be received and filed and procl-n~tion issued as requested,
i etk' ' ' ' * * * ° * ° °, 0. 173 . Clifton Hotel - 'req'uesting extension of building permtt for the motel
"' ddition. ORDERED on the motion of AId, Morton and AId, F, Hartin that the communication
i4 a ' ,csived e,d filed a,d ,=,nsio, gran,ed as r,q,e,ted.
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No. 175 - Niagara Falls Junior~S~ ' requesting permission to use Soccer
Field at Grey and Robinson Street for juvenile soccer. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. Morton and Ald. McCallum that the conununication be received and referred to the
Parks and Recreation Committee with power to act,
No, 176 - Dept. of Commerce and Development - Memo to those attending 9th. Annual
Ontario HouSing Co~'~ferene~ in HamiltOn, Ju~'~e 5th. to 7th. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Norton and Aid. McKinley that the communication be received and filed and the
City Engineer be authorized to attend this Housing Conference.
No, 177 - DeJt. of Munic~al_~ffairs ' approving of entering into an agreement
between City and Centr'~"~TMortga~e and Housing Corporation re Urban Renewal Study.
O~DERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald, Swayze that the connnunication be
received and filed.
Ordered on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. McCallum that the
next communication be placed on the ageadd.
No. 178 - St. joh_____nn~mbulance BriKade - requesting provision of accommodation for
the carrying on of the work of their organization. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and referred to the
Parks and Recreation Committee for consideration and a report.
REPORTS
The followin Re orts were~_~esent~dj
No. 115 - City Manager - recommending attendance of Ald. H.C .Morton at the Conference
of Children's Aid Societies, in Toronto, May 1st. 2nd. and 3rd. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and recommen-
dation adopted.
No. 116 - City Manager - recommending attendance of H. Dicksons City Treasurer, at
Municipal Finance Officers' Annual Conference, Seattle, Washington, May 21st. to
25th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. G. Martin that the report be
received and recommendation adopted.
No. 117 - Cit~Man~ger - recommending attendance of Stanley Sills, at Annual Spring
Meeting of Empire Section of International Municipal Signal Association, to be held
in Courtland, New york, May llth. and 12th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F.Martin
Ald. G. Martin that the report be received and recommendation a~opted.
No. 118 - City Manager - advising of application of Riverview Motel,605 ~iver Road
for permission to erect six units adjacent to Cataract Avenue. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted
and application be referred to the Property Committee for consideration and a report,
No. 119 - City Manager - referring to Provincial Legislation re additional granL~
for Educational purposes~ and the necessity now to en~loy an additional person on
'the Assessment Dept. staff, because of the extra work involved in changing plates
to comply with the requirements of The Assessment Act. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. McOallum and Ald. McKinley that the report be received and adopted. "
No. 120 - City Manager - recommending City Engineer and one elected representative
be authorized to attend Seminars on Oivic Design, to be held in Stratford, from
July 23rd, to July 26th, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. McGallum
that the report be received and recommendation adopted.
No. 121 - City Manager '- re landing of helicopter within Oity Limits and the
necessity of Council considering advisability of such practice and the designating
of areas for such purpose. 0~DERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Ald. SwaYze
that the report be received and adopted and the Property Committee be requested
to consider designation of 'sucll areas.
No. 122 - Traffic Committee - replacement of one hundred one-hour parking meters
with rebuilt meters at a cost of $32.50 per meter. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted. This motion was
lost by a vote of 4 to 2. An amendment made by Ald, G. Martin and AId. McKinley
that the report be referred back for study and submission of a further report on
an alternative type of meter, was carried by a vote of 6 Co 2; the vote being
Aye - Ald.G,Martin,McKinley,McCallum and F.Martin; Naye- Ald. Swayze and Morton.
No. 123 - Traffic Committee - reco,nnending elimination of parking on the north side
of Peer St. from Main St. easterly to the east property line of Ross Street produced
northerly. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report
be received and adopted.
No. 124 - Equipment Committee - recommending purchase of a Nash Rotary Vacuum Pump,
at a cost of $525. plus Steelflex Coupling, at a cost of $2~.40. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. G. Martin and Aldo F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
No. 125 - City Engineer - submitting quotations received on steel casing to be
installed under C.N,R. tracks at proposed Victoria Avenue Bridge and recommending
awarding Contract to Armco Drainage and Metal Products of Canada Ltd. Guelph, Oat.
for the supply end installation of casing only, and the excavation and sheeting of
the shaft to be performed by Cify forces. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin
and Ald. McKinley that the report be received and adopted.
No, 126 - City Clerk - report on Conference held April 17th. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. G. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
No. 127 - City Clerk - recommending issuance of liceaces. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted and liceaces
issued accordingly.
No. 128 - City ManaRer - submitting list of applications for position of permanent
fireman et Niagara Fails Fire Department and recommending appointment of Jos. P.
Ralph to this position. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that
the report and recommendation be received and adopted.
At this point, AId. Swayze, reported verbally on. his attendance at the
Traffic Conference held in Windsor, April 16th. to 19th. and advised that there was
a registration of 207 persons, representing 47 municipalities. The Alderman advised
that he had presented a rather lengthy report to the City Manager which Council
might peruse.
His ~orship, Mayor Miller, referred to the hon0ur brought to the City of
Niagara Falls by Mr. Tony Fredo, District Editor of the Niagara Falls Evening Review.
SEE Resolution No. 67.
RESOLUTION
The followin~ Resolution was passed;
~. 67 - MORTON - F.MARTIN - RESOLVED that congratulations be forwarded to Mr.Tony
Fredo~ District Editor of the Niagara Falls Evening Review for the trophy and
certificate for honourable mention in the spot news reporting competition, won
iu the Western Ontario Newspaper Awards Competition, sponsored by the Kitcheuer-
Waterloo press Club~ and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimouslh
B_][-LAWS
following By-laws were presented;
~ * A by-law to amend By-law No. 5877, being a by-law to authorize the
borrowinS of One Hundred Thousand Dollars for the renovation of Public
Schools and Collegiate-Vocational Institute and to provide for the
issue of debentures. of the City of Niagara Falls therefor.
a~DERED on the motion of AId. O.Martin and AId. Morton that AId. McCallum
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by*law be read the first
time. , Carried Unanimously.
,I
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCaXlum and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36
(2( of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
read the second time. - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6011 - To authorize the borrowing of $214,000.00 for the construction of
· watermains and sewers on various streets throughout the municipality.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Ald. McKinley that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be read
the first time. - Carried Unanimously.
C~DERBD on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-l.aw be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
The following By-law was passed;
No. 6012 - To authorize the execution of an Agreement.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that Ald. Faho
Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be read
the first time. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Faho Martin and Ald. Morton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be read
the second time. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. F. Martin and Aid. McKinley - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId. G.. Martin and Aid.
McKinley.
READ AND ADOPTED, 1st. May, 1961.
Clerk
Mayor.
FINAI',R}E NERTING
Council Chamber,
24th.April, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on April 24th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Consulttee were present, with the
exception of Ald. White, Ald. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $64,590.3? were approved
by the Coum~ttee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze.
The City Manager's report on the application of R. C. Young Insurance
Limited~ for a permit to erect a neon sign at 687 Queen Street, at an estimated cost
of $6,000. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton
and AId. Swayze that the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of R. Sidoff, for a permit
to erect a neon sign at 771 V~tleyWay, at an estimated cost of $300.00 was presented
for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Mayor Miller that the
report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of J. W. Woodhouse, for a
permit to erect a plastic, illuminated sign at 1979 Lundy's Lane, at an estimated
cost of $300. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.F.
~rtin and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of Jog. Sebok, 1490 Ferry
Street, to move a dwelling at 1706 Ferry Street to the vacant lot on the east side
of Grey Street Between Peer Street and Robinson Street, was presented for consideration.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received
and adopted and the application be referred to the Property Conunittee with power to act.
In connection with action on the application of Jos. Sebok, for a moving
permit-,- it was ordered that Mr. Hanniwellbe heard, on the motion of Ald. McKinley
and Ald. Swayze. He advised that he represented one of the principals involved
and advised that time is relevant as the dwelling has to be moved by the first of
May.
The City Manager's report on the revised application for the erection of
a planetarlum at 945 Clifton Hill, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin that the report be received and referred
back to the Property Con~nittee for submission of a further report.
The Revenue and Expenditure Statement for the period ending March 31st,
1961, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
Ald. Morton that the Statement be tabled for one week for the perusal of Council.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Aid. McKinley and Aid.
Morton.
READ At~ ADOPTED: 1st. May, 1961.
Clerk
chairman of Finance.
COUNC NEETING
Council Chamber,
24th.April, 1961o
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
~inanee Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
~proved by the Committee. All Members of Council ware present, with the exception
AId. White, His Worship Mayor Miller presided.
.t
BY-LAW
The following~-law was passed;
No. 6013 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G.Martin and Ald. Swayze that Ald.McCallum
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the 1st.
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be teraporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Swayze and Ald.'McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. McKinley.
READ AND ADOPTED, 1st. May, 1961.
Clerk '
Mayor,
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
124th.April, 1961.
The Committee of Council assembled in Conference, following ~he
regular council and finance meetings on Monday, April 24th, 1961, for the purpose
of considering the items presented to them. All Members of th~ Committee were
present, with the exception of Ald. White. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
After consideration of the various items, the Committee adjourned on the motion u[
AId. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze.
READ.AND ADOPTED,-lst. May, 1961.
Clark
Chairman.
i Z7
TWENTY-SECOND MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
1st. May, 1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, May lst,1961,
for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of Council
were present, with the exception of Ald. White. The Council, having received and
read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Swayze
and Ald0 Morton.
gOMMUNICATIONS
The following Communications were presented;
~. 179 - Collegiate-Vocational Institute - req. proclamation re "Conmonwealth
Technical Training"Week, May 29th. to June 4th. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Gee.
~rtin and Ald. McCellum that the communication be received and filed and the
proclamation be published as requested.
N0. 180 - Manager, Bell Telephone Co. ~ expressing appreciation for co-operation during
tenure of Office. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the
communication be received, filed and Council go on record in recognizing Mr. Barclay
as an outstanding resident of the City of Niagara Fallsend expressing the hope that he
will remain in this municipality to enjoy his retirement years.
N0. 181 - Fire Inspectors' Conference - expressing appreciation for Council's
contribution towards their successful meeting held in this City in 1961. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the communication be received and
filed.
N0. 182 - Port Maltland Fire Department - expressing appreciation to the Niagara Falls
Fire Department for their Demonstration on Fire Prevention Week to Fire Departments
in the surrounding country. ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Aid. Morton
that the conlmuuication be received and filed and a copy forwarded to Chief Wm. Wade.
~. 183 - Greater Niagara Softball Association - expressing appreciation for action
taken by Mayor and Council in connection with the grounds at Oakes Park and Bridge
St. and extending an invitation to Opening Ceremonies on May 15th. ORDERED on the
~tion of AId. Swayze and Ald~ Morton that the communication be received and filed,
the invitation accepted, and as many of the members of Council as find it possible,
to attend.
N0. 184 * Church of Redeemer - requesting use of Coronation Park for Softball on
specified dateS, ORDERED ou the motion of Ald. Gee.Martin and Ald. Morton that the
c0unuuication be received and referred to the Parks and Recreation Committee for
consideration and a report.
No. 185 - Mental Health Association - requesting permission to conduct a campaign
in the City. ORDERED on the motio~ of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the com-
mnication be received and filed and permission granted as requested.
No. 186 - Mrs, R. Blameere - requesting permission to continue Concession at .Oakes
Park, but ~t a r~'d~6~'d'~ntal fee. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald.
Morton, that the communication be received and referred to the Parks and Recreation
C0~ni~tee for a report.
M0. ]87 - Foxhead Hotel - suggesting changes in parking for Hotel Guests. ORDERED
on ~he motion of AId, F. Martin and AId. Morton that the communication be received
aM referred to the Traffic Connittee for consideration and a report.
~0. 188 - Downtown Businessmen~a Association - req. contribution of $150. to aid in
expenses of appearance of R.C,H.P. Band on May 15th, and 16th. ORDERED
ion of Ald, F. Hattie and Ald, Swayze that the cc~i~',~anicatiou be received
~d referred .to the Chairman of Finance with power to act.
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No. 189 - Kovacs, Forestell and Luciani - requesting permission to appear before
Council inc'connect~'~PaPpTica~'°f Jos. Arcuri for a Fedlaris licenee to
distribute carbonated beverages throughout the Niagara District. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that the communication be received
and the w~iterJ be advised that he may appear before Council at his convenience
but he also be advised that a similar application By a local resident, was refused.
No. 190 - ~i~. of N~o~th Baby - resolution on Higher Education. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the resolution he received and referred to the
Board of Education for an opinion, following which the City Manager be requested
to submit a report for Council's perusal.
No. 191 - p_~vartment of Hihw~ - outlining action taken with reference to the
traffic signals on the Q.'~.W. at MacDonald Avenue. ORI)ERED on the motion of Ald.
McCallum and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and filed.
No. 192 - Greasier Niagara Chamber of Commerce -Tourist Committee - requesting
Council to consider the s~onsoring of anothe~ copy of the film (Location~Niagara)
at a cost of $175. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Aid. Morton that
the communication be received and reEerred to Council's representatives on the
Chamber's Tourist Committee Eor submission of a report.
No. 193 - NiJa~ra Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board - submitting reasons for
Board's disapproval of applicat"~on for an amendment by J. Gruyich for the erection
of a drug store at the corner of Hiram St. and River Road.
No. 194 - J.G_~c__hh - requesting Council to reconsider application .for the re-
zoning o~ the lane at Hiram St. and River Road. ORDERED on the motion of Aid.
Morton and AId. McCallum that these two communications be considered together.
FURTHER ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCatlum and Ald. G. Martin that the com-
munication be referred to the Property Committee for a report.
No. 195 - ~ia~.Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board - recommending amendment
to Official Plan to allow erection of a motel on the east side of Stanley Avenue
south of Rohinsg~,owned by Mrs. A. Konkos. ORI)ERED on the motion of Ald. G.Mar~in
and Ald. McCallum that the communication be received and referred to the property
Committee. for'a report.
No. 196 - Jeffcry, Jeffery, Frost and Robertson - re proposed alterations to
Capital Theatre. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that
communication be r~ceived and referred to the Property Committee for a report.
SEE Report Number ~29.
No. 197 - ~rbert J. Hand - helicopter nuisance. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.Geo.
Martin and AId. McCallum that the communication be received and filed and the
writer be notified of the action contemplated by Council to eliminate this problem.
SEE Report Number 13~0t,
g~FORTS
Th__e following Reports were presented;
No. 129 - City Manager - ze proposed alterations to Capital Theatre and recom-
mending th~ same be referred to the Property Committee for consideration.ORDERED
on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald, Y. Martin that the report be received and
adopted. SEE C~N~/NICATION 19_6.
No. 130 - Property Committee * suggesting consideration of an.amenament of By-law
5335 to permit the operation of helicopters but only under conditions that would
be controlled by the City. (BDERED on the motion of AId. Geo. Martin and AId. Mc-
Callum that ~he report be received and adopted,
SEE Conwnunication 19j~.
No. 131 - P_Egroperty Committee - recommending that application oE RiverviewMotel,
for permission to construst 6 units to motel,be approved~ providing the dwellinS
at 605 Cataract Avenue, is removed from the premises. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. McKinley and AId. ~.Martin that the report be reoeived ahd adopted,
N0. 132 - City Manager - recommending that application of W. Holjak to erect a 15~
unit motel on Lots 3 and 4, south side of Ferry Street, between Clark and Buchanan
be referred to the Property Committee for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of
lid. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 133 - Traffic Committee - re meeting with representative of Duncan Parking
Meter Equipment re replacement of 100 parking meters and advising that further
report will be submitted. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum
thac the report be received and filed,
N0. 134 - City Clerk - report on Conference held on April 24th, ORDERED on the
melon of AId. F. Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 135 - Cj_t/zl~ - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motionof
Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and licences
issued accordingly.
N0. 136 - City Clerk - application for Hawker and Pedlar Licenee not approved by the
Licensing Cormaittee. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that
the report be received and filed and application be not approved.
Prior to the above action, Mr. Theodore Jones, applicant for the above
Hawker's licenee, was permitted to speak, on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald,
Faho Martin. Mr. Jones requested Council to give faycurable consideration to the
gra~ting of the licence and explained that he would establish himself as a whole-
saler and distribes the product Nutri-Bio, a complete food supplement designed to
supplement the average daily diet; and advised that it would be merchandized on the
sme order as Avon Products and Electrolux machines.
The City Clerk stated that if a licence were granted, uo more than three
pedlar's licences would be allowed at one time.
AId. C. Martin queried whether this would not be in competition with Drug
Stores and was advised by Mr. Jo~es that it could be obtained in such stores.
MISCELLANEOUS
AId. George Martin, Chairman of the Negotiations Committee, advised
Council that it~is e~pected that the 1961 Agreement between Local 133 and the City
0fNiagara Falls will be ready for signature in the near future.
PETITION
~e following Petition was presented;
N0. 3 - Mrs. I. R. Zimmerman and 22 others - opposing proposed Area Service Plan
0fthe Bell Telephone Company. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F.
~rtin'that the petition be received and tabled until such time as Council takes
action to file a.,protest against the Bell Telephone Co.
SEE Resolution No.68.
RESOLUTION
Th-~efollowing Resolution was passed;
~o. 63 - McKINLEy - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that the City Clerk be instructed co
ec~uunicate with the Bell Telephone Company of Canada to advise them of the protests
~hich have been raised at this point in connection with the proposed ar~a service
Plan and accompanying rate increase, and what action has been taken to date; and the
Seal of the CorpoIation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimousl~
BY-LAYS
~owing By-law was presented;
~",To authorize the borrowing of $102,000.00 to acquire real or persons1
property for use of the Greater Niagara Transit Conmission.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. 0. Martin that AId. Mc-
~be granted the privilege o~ introducing the by*law and the by-law be Siren
reading. - Carried Unanimously,
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. McCallum and Aid. Swayze that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Garried UnanimouslY.
The follow!n_~ By-l~aws wereSassedl
No. 6015 - To provide for the adoption of an amendment to the Niagara Falls and
Suburban Area Official Plan.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that Ald. Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
~o. 6016 - To amend By-law Number 3790, being a by-law for the regulation of traffic.
ORDERED onthe motion of Ald. G. ~rtin and Ald. Swayze that Ai~. Faho
Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Aid. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. McCallum and Ald. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously..
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Aid, McKinley and AId.
Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTgD, 8th. May, 1961.
Clerk
Mayor.
FINANCE M~HTING
Council Chamber,
1st. May, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on May 1st. 1961, for the purpose of approvin
and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified and placed
before them. All Members of the Committee were present, with the exception of Ald.
~hite. AId. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount o£ $127,787.26 were approved by
the 0onnittee.
The Accounts submitted, beinS passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Co,uneil~ on the motion of
AId. McKinley and AIde Gee. Martin.
The Summaries of Tenders were then submitted to the Corf~nittee for
the supply of Grass Seed, Miscellaneous Supplies and Rental of Construction
Equipment, along with a report of the City Manager containing his recommen-
dations thereon. A communication was also received from E. Weightman and Sons,
Limited, correcting their quotation previously submitted for Ready mixed concrete.
The City Manager suggested that ready-mixed concrete be left in the
open market at low price, and the two bidders would be asked to meet the lowest
quotation. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin that the
City Manager{s report and recommendations be received and adopted and ready-mixed
concrete be left in the open market at the lowest price. Carried, with Ald. Faho
Martin and Swayze-contrary.
Ald. F. Martin queried the reason for not accepting the lowest tenderer
on Crushed Stone for Road, Crushed Stone for Concrete and Lake Washed Sand for
Concrete as submitted by Stem-Falls Trucking Ltd. and was advised by the City Manager
it was a question of delivery and for this reason Calaguiro Bros. was recommended;
as time was relevant when workmen were standing around waiting for delivery of
materials. Ald. F. Martin contended that the other tendeter should be given the
opportunity.
At this point, it was moved by Ald. McKinley and seconded by AId.Morton
that Mr. Waiter Meadows of Good Year Service Store, be beard. He queried the name;
of the bidder submitting the lowest price for Tires and Tubes and was advised.
At this time, Mr. Miles of the Stem-Falls Trucking Concern was permitted
to speak, on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. McKinley.
He referred to the number of times quotations have been submitted by
his firm and pointed out that their object in quoting the price is strictly for the
trucking business and not the materials; and also suggested that the City has never
avefled themselves of his service and that their firm had always been able to handle
the business of the Township of Stamford since 1959.
His Worship Mayor Miller reiterated his stand taken in previous years,
against purchasing tires and tubes in the open market, after calling for tenders,
when a tendeter submits the lowest price and then other dealers are allowed to
compete with his price and thus receive City business as well.
The following are the reconunendations contained in the City Managerss
report adopted by Council.
GRASS gEED
Clark's Hardware at a quotation of
$462.46.
CRUSHED STONE FOR CONCRETE Queenston Quarries Limited, at a quotation
of $1.60 per ton.
CRUSHED, STONE FOR ROADS
Queenston Quarries, at the following
quotations - $1.55 Crushed Stone
$1.40 Stone Dust
$2.00 3/8" Chip
$1.90 1/2" Chip
$2,00 1/4" Chip
CONCRETE SAND Calaguiro
per ton.
WATERWASHED PIT SAND FOR Calaguiro
CONCRETE per ton.
LAKE WASHED SAND FOR CONORETECala~uiro
Bros, at
Bros, at
Bros, at
a quotation of $0.90
a quotation of $1.90
a quotation of $2.13 per ton,
GRAVEL FOR CONCRETE
GalaSuits Bros. at a quotation of $1.02 per ton.
SUPPLY & ~PPLY DUgT LAYER
SUPPLY Atfl) APPLY LIQUID
SUPPLY & APPLY STONE CHIP
SPRAY PATCHING
Eastland
Hastland
Hastland
Hastland
32 cents
Bros. at a quotation of $0.23 per gallon.
Bros. at a quotation of $0.25 per gallon,
Bros. at a quotation of $3.25 per ton,
Bros. at a quotation of 30 cents -
-Asphalt; $525 - Stone.
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HOT MIX ASPHALT
PORTLAND CEMENT
Queenston Quarries at a quotation of
$4.95 Base course.
$5,25 - Sheet Asphalt H L 4.
$6.00 - Sheet Asphalt H L 2.
$5.99 - Sheet Asphalt for Patching,
$3.50 per hour - Trucking.
Open Market at Weightman and Sons' low bid,
READY MIXED CONCRETE
AT MIXING PLANT
Open Market at low bid.
READ MIXED CONCRETE
AT JOB SITE
DIESEL FUEL
Open Market at low bid.
Canadian Petrefine at a quotation of
34.25 cents per gallon.
GASOLINE - WASON LOT
CITY Y~RD.
Canadian Petrofina, at a quotation of
28.45 per gallon.
PASSENGER TIRES AND TUBES Open Market - 4~ off list.
TRUCK TIRES AND TUBES
Open Market - 557. off list.
TRACTOR TIRES AND TUBES Open Market - 5~ off list.
OXYGEN
Niagara Welders Supply, at a quotation
of $2.71 per 100 Cubic Feet.
ACETYLENE
Niagara Welders Supply, at a quotation
of $5.05 per 100 Cubic Feet.
FIRE HOSE
Wilson and Cousins Co. Ltd. at a quotation
of $0.96 per foot (Angus Nyflex).
COAL
John Meats Coal Company, at a quotation
of $737.60 for Anthracite Coal and
$ 680.00 for Stoker Coal for the Police
Station.
Fred Eastland Fuels, at a quotation of
$1,582.00 for stoker coal for the
Filtration Plant.
RENTAL OF CONSTRUCTION
EQUIPMENT
At the low tenders submitted by Wm. Lorenzo
for Pumps, Air Compressors, Back-hoes
and Trenchera.
At the low tenders submitted by Calaguiro
Bros. for Dump Trucks, Front End Loaders,
Bulldozers and Floats.
At the low tender submitted by the C. and
S. Construction Co. for Industrial Tractors,
At the low tender submitted by Demote Bros.
for Shovels.
At the low tender submitted by Eastland
Bros. for Graders.
The Tender received from Vincent-Kerrior-Germano Limited, for the
demolition of the old asphalt plant on Buttrey Street, was ordered on the motion of
Ald. G. Hartin and Ald. Morton, referred for consideration when the items for the
Tour of I~spection are being de~lt with.
The Property Conmi~tee's report on their inspection of the premises
on the north side of Ferry Street between McGrail Avenue and Buchanan Avenue where
Messrs. Dominico and Anntbale D'Addio desire to operate a gasoline pump and a service
station, was presented for consideration. ORDERED onthe motion o£ His Worship the
Mayor and Ald, Swayze that the report be received and adopted, and a building pern~t
be not issued pending submission o£ an Architeet's sketch.
The Property Committee~s report on their consideration o£ the application
of Joe. Sebok, 1490 Ferry St. to move the dwellinS known as 1706 Ferry Street to the
vacant lot on the east side of Grey between Peer St. and Robinson St.
was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald.
Faho Martin that the report be received and adopted and permission be granted,
subject to the condition that the foundation will be wide enough to permit brick
veneer to be added to the house as soon as it is moved to the premises.
His Worship Mayor Miller queried the distance of the house from the
south property line and the City Engineer was instructed to check the position of
the house on the lot.
The Property Committee's report on the application for the erection of
a planetarium at the McIntosh Motel, 945 Clifton Hill, was presented. The Committee
racemended that permission be granted, following their inspection of the premises
~d a study of the plans. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin
that the report be received and adopted and a permit be issued according to the most
recent reyision of plans.
The City Manager's report on the application of Messrs. Holjak, Blair
and Factlay for a permit to erect a sign advertising Sightseeing Cars at 1342 and
1354 Ferry Street, at an estimated cost of $200. was presented for consideration.
ORDERED on the Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted
and the application be referred to the Property Committee for consideration and a
report.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mrs. Mary O'Neill for a
permit to erect a plastic, illuminated sign at 767 Queen Street, at an estimated
cost of $300. was presented, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald.
Morton that the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The three reports recommending purchase of an electric typewriter,
a standard typewriter and a filing cabinet, were ordered considered together on the
motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Mayor Miller.
Upon the verbal report of Ald. Gee. Martin, Chairman of the Equipment
Committee, concerning these purchases, it was ordered on the motion of Ald. Gee,
Martin and Ald. Morton that the reports and recommendations be received and adopted
and an I,B.M. electric typewriter, at a quotation of $530. be purchased for the main
office at the City Hall; a Smith-Corona typewriter at a quotation of $165.50 be
purchased for the Accounting Department; and a three-drawer filing cabinet, at a
quotation of $84.00 be purchased for the Engineering Department.
The Conmittee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and
Ald. McKinley.
READ AND ADOPTED, 8th. May, 1961.
Clerk,
133
COUNCIL b~ETING
Council Chamber,
lst.May, 1961.
The Co~nnittee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Conmittee. All Members of Council were present, with the exception
of Ald. White. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
BY-L~q
The followin~Llaw~was~PasSPd~
No. 6017 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that Ald,McCallum
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be read the first
time. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36'(2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. Swayze and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
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The Tour of Inspection. was ordered laid over to another meeting, on the
motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald. Swayze'.
Council adjourned on the motion of Ald, Gee. Martin and Ald. Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 8th. May, 1961.
Mayor.
133
TWENTY-THIRD MEETING
Council Chamber,
8th. May, 1961.
REGULAR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, May 8th,
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, with the exception of Ald. White, The Council, having received
and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Aid,Morton
and Ald. Swayze.
DEPUTATION
A delegation was present from Niagara Scenic Tours and it was ordered on
the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald, Morton that they be heard.
Mr. W. G. Booth, Barrister, advised that he was present on behalf of a
group of sight seeing operators located presently on Falls Avenue and Clifton Hill
and referred to the existing by-law prohibiting the solicitation of business from
the travelled portion of the road. He advised that tile delegation was present to
suggest that they be granted a trial period of thirty days, and requested Council
to grant permission to allow one person on Falls Avenue and one person on Clifton
Hill, and if agreeable to Council, tile person be dressed in some form of a uniform,
not similar to a pdliceman's uniform. I[e stressed that if this trial period did not
prove satisfactory, he would not return to Council for further cohsideration. tle
advised that they had previously appeared before the Police Commission, who were
agreeable to granting some form of tentative approval for a trial period subject to
City Council's endcreation. He referred to a delegation which had also appeared
before the Chamber of Conmerce and stated that he understood the Chamber is also
prepared to give it's tentative approval to this form of operation. Mr. Booth stated
that the two associations, representing those drivers on Falls Aveuue and those on
Clifton Hill, were in complete agreement but that it was quite clear all of the people
who own or drive sight seeing cars in the City are not included in the group and that
there is the problem of a man working from a restaurant and also working on Ferry St.
coming d~4n on to Falls Avenue or Clifton Hill. He stressed his opinion that a
30-day trial period would be to the advantage of the people he represented and also
to the advantage of the City as a whole, if this particular activity could be regulated,
and stated that the groups would work on a partnership arrangement, all of the y
da's
receipts to be apportioned equally among the people in the group so that all could
receive a fair income.
Mr. Booth was of the opinion also that the rewordlug of the by-law would
0v~reome the floating trade which apparently is causing all tile trouble.
Mr. Edd Masters, President of the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce was
also present-and it was ordered on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. McCallum that
he be heard."
Mr. Masters expressed the desire of the Chamber to have the tourist
business brought under one control and was of the opinion that an effort should be
made to rectify the existing unsatisfactory conditions and that the tours operated
~st be a credit to the City in order that the right impression is created for visitors
to this area. He referred to his meeting with the two groups, the Mayor and also the
Magistrate and was of the opinion that a change is needed in the present by-law, He
Presented several suggestions to establish satisfactory guide programe; uniform apparel
for all drivers; uniform prices for tours; written examinations, character references
f0r all drivers, and also knowledge of historical background of the area , in order
that tile proper information may be given out to visitors. Any violations of these
~equi~ements to be dealt with accordingly,
Mr. Masters also requested on behalf of the groups and also on behalf of
the Chamber that a 30-day trial period be granted for tile operation as outlined by
Mr. Booth and stated that the Chamber is interested in the entire area and desired
health tour conditions and was of the opinion that all should work together to raise
chess standards.
SEE Re§olu.tion No.64.
Mr. Booth expressed appreciation for the hearing given by the City Council
~nd queried ~hether the Chief of Police would be advised of the 30-day trial period
in order that there will be no misunderstanding with the Police Department.
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COMMUNICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No. 184 - Church of the Redeemer - requesting use of Coronation Park for certain
date~. ORDERED on the motion oF Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that tile communi-
cation be received and filed and permission granted.
SEE Report No.133.
No. 186 - }~s. R. Biamonte - requesting permission to continue with Concession at
Cakes Stadium, at a reduced fee. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald.Faho
Martin that the communication be received and filed and permission granted but at
the prevailing rental fee charged in previous years, namely $125, for the season.
SEE Report No.139.
No. 187 - Foxhead Hotel - requesting possible changes in parking facilities
adjacent to the Hotel. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that
the communication be received and filed and one meter be removed ~etween Falls Ave.
and the entrance to the Hotel and the space marked as an unloading zone for hotel
guests only. SEE report no.140.
No. 193 - Niagara Palls and Suburban Area Planning Board - submitting reasons for
Board's disapproval of application for an amendment to rezone the land at the
corner of Hiram and River Road, o~,med by J. Gruyich.
No. 194 - J. Gruyich - requesting Council to reconsider application to fezone land.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Faho Martin and Ald. Swayze that the communications
be received and the Board be requested to consider making the block bounded on the
south by Hiram St. on the north by John St. and on the west by Falls Avenue,
available for conunercial use.
SEE Report No.~,.
No. 195 - N~g__ara Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board - recommending amendment
to Official Plan to a"~low erectlo~'6~ a motel on the east side of Stanley Avenue,
south of Robinson Street, owned by Mrs. A. Konkos. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the communication be received and the Board be
advised that Council agrees with the Board re advisability of rezoning the area
outlined from R-3 to C-1A; but that before any action is taken to permit the motel
erection on the Konkos property, a thorough study and understanding of all adjacent
property be had and the entire area be cleaned'up before any c~nsideration can be
given to an amending by-law.
SEE~eport No.l~.
No. 196 - Jeffcry, Jeffery, Frost and Robertson - re proposed alterations to the
Capital Theatre. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that
the communication be received and filed and approval be granted for the alteratiQns
suggested and the erection of ap addition as outlined.
gEE Report No.lj~.
The following Communications were presented;
No. 198 - Greater Niagara Tug-of-War Team - invitation to reception, May 13th.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the invitation be
received, accepted and as many of the Members of Councilas find it possible,attend.
No. 199 - Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce - invitation to special meeting at
Brock Hotel, May 17th. at noon. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald.
Swayze that the invitation be received, accepted and as many of the Members of
Council as find it possible, attend.
No. 200 - Niagara Frontier Humane Society - requesting appointment of a repre-
sentative of Council. ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. Swayze that
the communication be received and filed and His Worship the Mayor appoint a member
of Council to the Humane Society.
'No. 201 - Niagara Falls Junior Chamber of Commerce - requesting permission to erect
a banner in connection with theatrical production to be shown at C.V.I. Auditorium,
on May 27th. O~DERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the communi'
cation be received and tiled and permission be granted for the erection of a banner
across Victoria Ave, at MoRse St. subject to the supervision o~ the Lo~al Hydro
Commission.
N0. 202 - Royal Canadian Air Cadet___s.,_~S~quad. 1_,2_6. - requesting tag day. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the conununicacion be received,
filed and permission be granted for Saturday, Hay 20th.
No. 203 - Niagara District Minor Soccer Association - requesting use of Oakes Park
playing field for first annual tournament on August 5th. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Morton and Ald, Swayze that the conm~unication be received, filed and the request
granted,
pE~E__~ep~rt No.. 1~+~.
No. 204 - Michael Scordino - advising of parking problem on Sylvia Place. ORDERED
on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the communication be received
and referred to the Traffic Committee for a report.
No. 205 - Provincial E~ineering Ltd. - re property north of Buttrey Street and on
east side of Victoria Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum
that the communication be received and tabled for submission of a report by the City
Manager at a later date.
REPORTS
Laid over from the rp~vlous me~t,in~i
No. 132 - ~City Manager - re application of W. lloljak for a permit to erect a 15-unit
motel on Lots 3 and 4, on south side of Ferry St. between Clark Ave. and Buchanan Ave.
SEE Report No. 137.
TlJe following Reports were present_ed~
No. 137 - ~Property~Committee - no recommendation in favour of W. Holjak at present
time, because of question concerning title to the property. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Morton and AId. McKinley that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Report No, 132.
No. 138 - Parks Committee - reconunending permission to Church of the Redeemer for
use of Coronation Park on specified dates. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze
and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Communication No. 184.
No. 139 - Parks Committee - recommending continuance of Cakes Stadium concession be
granted to Mrs. R. Biamonte at the prevailing rental fee of $125. for the season.
CRDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received
and adopted.
SEE Communication No.186,
No. 140 - T~affic Committee - reconnending removal of one parking meter between Falls
Avenue and entrance to the Foxhead Hotel on Clifton Hill, and space be marked as an
unloading zone for hotel guests only. ORDERED on the motion of Ald~ McKinley and
Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Communication No. 187.
N0. 141 - Property Committee - recowanending that Planning Board be requested to
consider fezchinS Block bounded on south by Hiram St~ on the north by John St. and on
west by Palls Avenue, for commercial use. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Faho Martin
and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Communications 193-194.
No. 142 - Property Committee - advising of agreement with Area Plan~ing Board re
K0nkos application, subject ~o provisoes, dealing with thorough study of property
adjacent to motel site proposed and cleaning up of entire area before consideration
to any amending by-law. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin
~hst the-x, eport be received and adopted~
SEE Communication No.195.
No. IQ . Property Corf, ntttee'~ reeonnending approval of alterations, and addition
~o Capital Theatre. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that
~he report be received and adopted.
SEE Communication No.196.
.{
No. 144 - P~r]~_ ~O-~n~e-c ' recommending permission be granted for football tourna-
ment on August 5th. at Oakes Park as requested by Niagara District Minor Soccer
Association. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report
be received and adopted. SEE Communication
No. 145 - P~TJ%%~P.m~n_!t.te__e ' recommending erection of fence at Coronation Park.
ORDERED on tile motion of Ald. G, 14artin and Ald. Swayze that the report be recei<'ed
and adpptcd.
No. 146 - City Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion
Ald. Morton"~nj'~l~i' Faho Martin that tile repor~ be received and adopted and liceaces
issued accordingly. Carried, with Ald. G. Martin-contrary.
VERBAL REPORT
Ald. Morton, Counctl's representative on the Children's Aid Society,
referred to tile Conference which was held in Toronto, May 3rd. 4th. and 5th. and
advised that due to the labour dispute at the Royal York Hotel, could not see his
way clear to cross tile picket line, and therefore did not attend the Conference,
Ald. F. ~rtin referred to the parking problem on Stanton Avenue,
particularly os Sundays, and requested the Traffic Committee to investigate the
narrowness of the street~ which makes it difficult for ingress and egress with
cars parking on both sides of Stanton Avenue.
Ald. G. Martin referred to the Traffic Committee's study of the parking
situation and the possible purchase of parking meter replacements and queried the
possibility of submission of a detailed report of each and every meter, amount
collected from each meter and periods collected, so as to give members of Council
the information. The Alderman referred to calls received from different individuals
concerning the parking meters in front of their establislunents collecting practically
nothing throughout the year, and expressed the opinion that Council should have this
report in order to decide whether meters should he left in position or transferred
to other areas where they would be used more frequently.
'The City Manager advised that he would discuss this with the'Meter Man
and submit a report.
AId. Swayze referred to a request received from the Tourist Committee
of tile Greater Niagara Chamber of Coulnerce, which was referred to him and Ald.
Mot ton, Council ~ s representatives on the Chamber I s Tourist Commi tree, with regard
to the possible purchase of a copy of the film "Location-Niagara", at' a cost of $175.
and reconmlended accordingly.
SEE ~esolution ~..
The City Clerk then referred to the transient trader's license which
~as issued to the Danby Stores, at 935 Victoria Avenue, and advised of a number of
complaints about their mode of operation and queried whether Council wished to
revoke the licenee. The City Clerk then read the advertisement which appeared in
the local press,,and advised it was questionable whether some of the merchandise.,
was worth taking out of the stor~. Re advised 6f the call received from one of the
DeteCtives who had taken the matter up with the C~ownAttorney, who had suggested
revocation of this licenee. It was moved by AId. G. liartin, seconded by Ald.
McKinley that the matter be tabled and referred to the ~ity Solicitor. for a report.
This motion was later withdralm.
8E~ Restlet|on 66.
_RESOLUTIONS
The followtn~ Resolutions were passed;
No. 64A- }KITON - FN~MARTIN -RBSOLVBD that a 30-day trial period be authorized
c~mencin~ }~y 9th, 1961, for the sightseeing cab operators to have not more than
one man in the Clifton Hill-Falls Avenue are~, for the purpose of soliciting
Customers. At the expiration of this trial period, decision ~11 be mde as to
~ture action; and ~e Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed,
Carried UnanimouS'
No. 65A. - SWAYZE - GEe.MARTIN - RESOLVED that the City of Niagara Falls sponsor
an additional copy of the film "Location-Niagara", at a cost of $175.00 for the
Tourist Committee of the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce; and the Seal of the
Corporation be hereto affixed.
9ArY!~4_U~i~.o~A1X,
No. 66A- MCKINLEY - FAHO ~h%RTIN - RESOLVED that the transient trader's licenee
issued to Danby Sales, 935 Victoria Avenue, be revoked; and the Seal of the Corpor-
ation be hereto affixed.
Cdd.G.Martin-contrary>
(Opposed to cancellation of licenee without report from the City Solicitor).
BY-LAWS
Laid over from previous meetinE~j.
No. 5996 - To authorize the borrowing of $150,000.00 for the renovation of the
Public Schools and Collegiate-Vocational Institute and to provide for the
issue of debentures of the City of Niagara Falls therefor.
Third Reading - Aid. Gee. Martin -Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6006 - A by-law to authorize the purchase of a Fire Engine Pureper.
Third Reading -Ald. Faho liartin -Ald. Gee. liartin - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6010 - A by-law to amend By-law Number 5877, being a by-law to authorize the
borrowing of One Uundred Thousand Dollars for the renovation of Public
Schools and Collegiate-Vocational Institute and to provide for the issue
of debentures of the City of Niagara Falls therefor.
Third Reading - Aid. Morton - Aid. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
No. 691~1 - To authorize the borrowing of $214,000.00 for tile construction of water
mains and sewers on various streets throughout the municipality.
Third Reading -Ald. Gee. Martin -Ald. McCallurn - Carried Unanimously.
· Tile followinf, Bv.-~aw was passed;
lie. 6018 -;To authorize the execution of an Agreement with the Niagara Falls Civic
Employees, Local Union, Number 133.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Swayze and Aid. Faho Martin that Ald. Gee.
Hartin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Gee. Martin and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of tile Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be read tile
scc0nd time. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - Aid. Morton and AId. Faho Martin - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId.Gee.Martin and'Ald.
REAl) AND ADOFEED~ 15~h, May, 1961,
Clerk
Mayor,
1$9.'
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
8th. May, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on May 8th, 1961, for the purpose of approvin~
and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified and placed
before them. All Members of the Committee were present, with the exception of Ald.
White. Ald. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $155,986.10 were approved
the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or othen~ise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Geo. Martin.
The Property Committee's report on the application of Messrs. W.Holjak,
Blair, Factlay, for a permit to erect a sign advertising sightseeing cars at 1342-
1354 Ferry Street, was presented for consideration. The Committee suggested that
no consideration should be given to the location of a parking lot at 1342 Ferry
but it might be permissible to allow the westerly portion of the premises known as
1354 Ferry Street, to be utilized for such purposes. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Swayze and His Worship Mayor Miller that the.report be received and adopted.Carried,
with Ald. Morton and G. Martin-contrarY.
The City Manager's report on the application of Wm. Becket, 914 Victoria
Avenue, for a permit to erect an ashestot sign at his premises, at an estimated
cost of $1,000. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId.
Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 15th. May, 1961.
Clerk
~irman of Finance,
COUNCILMEETING
Council Chamber,
8th.May, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which cove~ed the accounts
approved by the Committee, All Members of Council were present~ with tile exception
of Ald. White. Ilia Worship~ Mayor Miller, presided.
tY-IAW
The followinR By-lqwwas passed;
No.6019 ' To provide monies for general purposes,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. Swayze that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be
given the first reading. Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Geo. Martin -Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
RESOLUTION
The following_ Resolution was
No. 67 - SWAYZE - McCALLUM - RESOLVED that the next meeting of the City Council
be held at 4 p.m. on Monday, May 15th. in order that the Members of Council and
their wives may attend the dinner, sponsored by the City, at the Brock Hotel Salon
for the contestants in the Beauty Pageant at 6 p.m. that evening; and the Seal of
the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Car~__~,nan!mous~.
TOUR OF INSPECTION
Inspection of Queen St.Fire llall
It was agreed that the decoration of the
lower floor is necessary.
Condition of sidewalks on Erie Avenue City Manager to submit a report thereon.
between Bridge St. & Queen St.
Condition of road surface on Erie Ave. City Manager to submit a report thereon.
between Bridge St. & Queen St.
Old Asphalt Plant - Buttrey Street
at Welland Avenue.
City Mechanical Garage, relocation
of lunchroom.
Check re Victoria Avenue Dump.
Tenders to be called.
Check re new bridge, Victoria Ave.
Special attention to service roads
and diversion.
Widening Vidt~ria Avenue from
Thorold Stone Road to Bridge
to a~Idth of 48 feet.
It was agreed that the work be done.
9. Special treatment for extra lane
on the west side of Victoria Avenut
into Bridge Street.
10. Fairview Cemetery'- General Inspection
No action.
12.
13.
It was agreed that a special council
meeting be held at 4 p.m. on May lOth.
to discuss this subject.
City Manager to submit a report thereon.
City Manager to submit a report thereon.
Suggestions as to provision of a new
greenhouse. It was agreed that the
matter be referred to the Parks and
Recreation Committee for a report.
Inspection of Mountain Road Dump.
No action.
Inspection of Swimming Pool
No action.
Simcoe Street Pavement - St,La~rtence
to Welland Avenue. Propospd width
36 feet. '
City Manager to submit a report thereon.
Ryerson Crescent Pavement - Eastwood
to Victoria Avenue.Proposedvideh
28 feet.
City Manager to submit a report thereon.
Widening Jepson Street between Victoria
Avenue and Second Avenue on the north
side. Resurfacing the pavement.
16. Inspection of Walnut St. Firehall.
City Manager to submit a report
thereon.
It was agreed that interior
decoration was necessary.
17. Re proposed school site for Separate
School at ticGrail Avenue and Spring St.
· This item was'left'with City
Manager.
Widening Ferry St. from Main Street to
Stanley Avenue. Proposed width 48 feet
with 9 foot sidewalks on each side.
City Manager to submit a report
thereon.
19. Main Street sidewalks from Lundy's Lane
to Robinson Street.
City Manager to report thereon.
20. Inspection of l.iain St. Fireball
No action.
21.
Irish Dry Beverages. Use of easterly
portion of lot for commercial purposes.
It was agreed that this item be
referred to the City Solicitor
for advice.
Sylvia Place Parking Lot - General
Inspection.
City Manager to submit a report
thereon.
23..Site used for helicopter between
Robinson Street and Murray Street.
No action.
24. Inspection of Konkos properties on
Stanley Avenue.
Left in abeyance.
25. Inspection of Filtration Plant.
City ~nager to report re additional'
flower beds.
26. Welfare Office
27. Ferguson Street - sidewalks
City Manager to submit a report on
painting interior of this office.
Referred to tbe ~ity Manager.
St. John's Ambulance Brigade -
accommodation for training purposes.
Condition of wall on the siding of New
York Central right-of-way facing
Victoria Avenue, at the Centre.
Follow up.
In answer to AId. G. Martin's query,
the Manager advised that this wall is
to be patched, painted and planted wi~h
ivy.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the action
taken with reference to the,Tour of Inspection be confirmed. Carried Unanimously,
In answer to a query concerning the position of the foundation on the
lot on Peer Street, which is to accommodate the dwelling known as 1706 Ferry Street,
which is to be moved to the vacant lot on Peer jStreet~ the City Nngineer advised
that he had inspected the same and found it to be 3 feet, 5 inches from the lo~ line
on the south 8ida and referred to the fact that the fence line was not correct~
AId. Swayze referred to the destruction of lawns on Stamford Street
and other streets, on which the Provincial Gas ]Company are installing new pipe lines
and was advised by the City Manager that following this work~ the Gas Company will have
to return these lawns to satisfacto~y condition.
CounCil adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald, Geo. Martin'and Ald.McCallam.
READ AND ADOPTED, 15th. May, 1961.
Clerk
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
8th. May, 1961.
The Committee of Council assembled in Conference, following the regular
Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, May 8th, 1961, for the purpose of considering
the items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were present, with the
exception of Ald. White. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
After consideration of the various items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of
Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum.
READ AND ADOPTED, 15th. May, 1961.
143.
TWENtY-FOURTH MEETII~
Council Chamber,
lOty. May, 1961.
'r
CONFERENCE
/
Council Chamber,
lOth. Ma~,, 1961.
SpECIAL MEETING
Council met in special session on Nednesday, May lOth, 1961, at 4 p.m.
to consider aspects of the proposed Victoria Avenue bridge erection. All Members
were present, with the exception of AldermanWhite. His Worship, Mayor Miller,
presided.
REPORTS
The followinLRePorts were presentedl
No. 147 - CitJ;Mang~er - detailing estimated division of costs of the proposed
Victoria Av'e~u~*~d~ and indicating the possibility that it might be necessary
to arbitrate as to the division. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. H. Morton and Ald.
F. Martin that tbe report be received and filed and the City Manager be authorized
to make an application to the Board of Transport jCormnissioners at once and that
an immediate appointment be made with the Minister of Highways for discussion on
this subject. Carried Unanimously.
Prior to this action, the City Manager explained in some detail what
is involved and was supported in his contention by Mr. Harold Hose of H. G. Acres
and Co. Ltd.
NO. 148 - City~ - with reference to prices of traffic paint for use during
the year 1~61. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. H. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that
the report of the City Manager be received and adopted and that Number 50675
Imperial Flo-Glaze Traffic Paint at $2.61 per gallon be purchased. Carried
Unanimously.
On the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. MeCallum, Council adjourned to Conference.
· READ'A~ ADOPTED, 15th.'MaY,.1961~
The Committee of Council assembled in Conference, following the special
meeting of Council, on Wednesday, May lOth, 1961, for the purpose of considering
the items presented to them. All Members of the Conmittee were present, with
the exception of Alderman White. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
After consideration of the items, the Committee adjourued on the motion of Ald.
Faho Martin and Ald. McCallum.
READ A~D ADOPTED, 15th. May, 1961.
TWE}rfY-FIFTlt MEETING
REGULAR }~ETING
Council Chamber,
15th. May, 196!.
pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 4.00 p.m. on Monday, May llt..
!9(,],, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of AId. Geo. Martin and AId. McKinley°
DEPUTATIONS
Mr. J. Burnett of the firm of Broderick and Burnett was present at
the meeting, and it was ordered on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that
he be permitted to address Council.
Mr. Burnerr presented a petition on behalf of motel operators
located in Niagara Falls and Stamford to pronounce a declaration of policy prohibiting
the erection witbin the respective municipalities of any more motel establishments
and such policy to be implemented by legislation.
- AId. Faho Martin arrived at the meeting -
Following the reading of the petition by Mr. Burnerr, he presented
additional submissions on behalf of the petition with reference to the amount of
capital already invested by those presently operating motel establishments; the number
of individuals employed; the period during which motels are in operation; harmful
competition in price cutting and lowering of standards, resulting in poor reflection
on the motel industry and community as a whole. He stressed the purpose of the
petition was to bring about order and stability in this industry; not monopoly.
Following further discussion it was suggested that the speaker make
available sufficient copies of the petition in order that the members of Council may
peruse the same and become aware of the motel units represented in this petition.
SEE Petition No. 4.
Mr. Irving Goodman, Barrister, was also present at the meeting and it
was ordered on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that ~. Goodman and/or
Nr. Feurstein be permitted to address Council.
~, Goodman proceeded to review the action to date, in connection with
the revocation of a Transient Trader's Licenee which had been issued to Danby Sales
for business operations at 935 Victoria Avenue, and advised that he could not under-
stand why such revocation come about. He outlined the investment involved, and the
loss contemplated through this action.
-Ald. Morton arrived at the meeting -
llis Worship Mayor Miller advised the speaker that Council need not give
a reason for revoking any licenee issued by the Municipality.
SEE Communiqation No,206,
CO~IUNICATIONS
Laid over from the.previous meeting;
No. 204 - Michael Scotdine - complaining about parking conditions on Sylvia Place.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. Swayze ~hat the communication be
received and filed and the sign be reloeated so as to leave the driveway to Mr,
Scordinoss garden, free,
SE~ Report No. 149,
~te following Communications w~.e presented;
No, 206 - Irving Goodman - protesting revocation of Transient Trader's liceace.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Faho Martin that the communication be
received and filed.
No, 207 - _Nia afJ_lg~_Fa__~l~__a_n~. S_ub~Fh~9. Ar~a_ Fi__~RRi~g_ PR{r_~ - advising that Board
Members agree with Council~s suggestion concerning rezoning of land to comnercial
use but at present time prepared to recormnend rezoning east half of block re
Amendment Application of John Gruyich. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Geo. Martin
and Aid. McCallum that the communication be received and filed and reco~mnendation
adopted,
No. 208 - Board of Police Commissioners - solicitation of tourists contrary to
Highway Traffic Act. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee. [hrtin and Ald. Swayzc
that the communication be received and filed and a meeting be arranged between
Council and the Police Conm~ission.
No. 209 - Hotel Stevens - requesting removal of tree. The City Manager advised
that he had forwarded a communication to Mr. Stevens to the effect that the widening
of Ferry St. had not been approved officially at present and therefore no work would
be done with regard to trees. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton
that the communication be received and filed and the City Manager's action be approvcd.
No. 210 - Secret_arJ._ i Allah_a_ D_e_ly~ _Hi_-~Y_ - expressing appreciation. ORDERED on the
motion of AId. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received and filed.
No. 211 - Ch__rj.s!_CJ~urj,h_B.rptj_erjpg_d' - conmmnding display on fire fighting and fire
prevention as exhibited by Captain Stan Thomson and Inspector Win. Sills, at their
supper meeting on May 8tb. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Geo. Martin and AId. Morton
that the communication be received and copy forwarded to the Fire Department.
No. 212 - Greater Niagara Baseball Association - requesting permission to bold a
tag day on June 24th. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald, McKinley that
the communication be received and filed and request granted.
No. 213 - Canadian Corps Association - requesting permission to hold Annual
Pilgrimage Parade on June lOth. and outlining route. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the communication be received and filed and request
granted,
No. 214 - Anthony Mitchell - Motel application. ORDERED on time motion of Aid.
McKinley and Ald. McCallurn that the communication be received and filed.
No. 215 - Border Pontiac-Buick Ltd. - re rental of Valley Way property for storage
of new cars. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald, Morton that the
communication be received and referred to the Property Conmittee for consideration
and areport.
No. 216 - 9%.ty of London - resolution for Ontario Government to review early closing
.regulations incqrporated in The Factory, Shop and Office Building Act. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald. Morton that the resolution be received and
referred t9 the Ontario Municipal Association for consideration in convention.
_REPORTS
The following Reports were presented;
N0. 149 - Traffic Committee - recommending that sign be relocated (Sylvia Place)
so as to leave driveway to Mr. Michael Scordino's garden, free. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and AId. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
SEE CommuniCation 204.
N0. 150 - City Manager - reconmmnding attendance of Chairman of Negotiating Committee
and City Manager at a meeting of Municipal Personnel Officers in Hamilton on May 26th,
~DERED on the motion of Ald, Faho Martin and Ald, Swayze that the report be received
and adopted.
No, 151 - City ManuSer - recommending attendance of Waterworks Superintendent, City
Engineer, City Manager and one elected representative as delegates to Annual
Convention of Canadian Section of A,W,W,A, at Windsors June 1st, 2nd, and 3rd,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayse that the report be received
and adopted,
'i
No. 152 - Equipment Corms|tree - recon~nending repairs to existing bulldozer, at an
estimated ~'s6 ~'f* ~,~bb*.*' b~DERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. McCallurn
that the report be received and adopted.
]~ld. 14cKinlcy suggested that |be Equipment Committee, when the matter of purchasing
a new unit is under consideration, inspect the merits of an ordinary bulldozer wbich
might do the same type of job, in view of the results experienced with the roach|us now
in operation~
No. 153,- T_r_af_f.ic _C_o_L~n.i_t_tg_c ' recommending tbat the City Manager be authorized to
obtain an appraisal of property for the extension of Sylvia Place. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. 'Mortou and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
No. 154 - ~r_a_ff_i_c C_o__n~n~i~t_te_c_ - recommending the prohibition of parking on the west
side of Stanton Avenue from Ferguson Street to the north City limits at all times,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received
and adopted and the by-law be amended accordingly.
No. 155 - _C,i_t_y_C_l__erJ~ - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Geo, Martin and Ald. Fabo Martin that the report be received and adopted,
excluding the application for a Hawker~s and Pedlar's licenee, and lieantes be
issued accordingly.
RESOLUTION
The followin_if_Resoluti°n was _passe~d;
No. 68 - GEO. MARTIM ~MORTON - RESOLVED that |be next regular meeting of the City
Council be held on Tuesday evening, May 23rd. 1961, commencing at 7.30 p.m. and the
Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unan~_m_ously,
PETITION
The following Petition was presented;
No. 4 - Mr__. _Kp_b_a_l.d_.a_n_d__o.t|j_erj, - requesting prohibition of additional motels within
Niagara Falls'and Stamford and |be establishment of legislation of such policy.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the petition be received'
and laid on the table until such time as Council have had an opportunity to peruse the
same.
Ald. McKinley referred to the activities at Oak Mall in connection with
Blossom Week and the number of people attending and 11is Worship the MayDr referred to
functions being held during the remainder of the week and expressed the hope that
members of Council would have the opportunity to participate in them.
BY -LAWS
The following By-lm!s were_ presented;
No. 6020 - To authorize the borrowing of $24,000.00 to purchase a Fire Engine pumper,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and AId. Swayze that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be read in
preamble form only - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the byelaw be read the
second time. - Carried Unanimously,
No. 6021 - To authorize the borrowing of $52,000.00 for the widening and resurfacing
of a certain street and the resurfacing of pavements on various streets
throughout the mnnicipality.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. Morton that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing tile by-law and the by-law be read in
preamble form only - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and'Ald. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be'given thc
second reading, - Carried Unanimously.
1{I9
Tj~e~foJlowin_Pf,_By-law was pj_s_s_e~i
!{o__.~6J2__2. - A by-law to authorize the execution of a Contract.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and .\ld. Swayzc that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. llcCalluu and .~id. Morto!: that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously,
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin - Carried Unanimously,
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId.
Faho Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 23rd. May, 1961.
Clerk
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Mayor.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
15th. May, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on May 15th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and alBo passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Men~ers of the Committee were present. Ald. McCallum,
Chairman ~f Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts in the amount of $62,313.08 were approved by the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were ordered
placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion of Ald.
McKinley and Ald. Faho Martin.
An offer to purchase or lease Lot 57, Fifth Avenue, was,received from
Mrs. Louise Armstrong. ORDERED on the motion of Hi~ Worship the Mayor and Ald.Faho
Martin that the offer be received and referred to the Property Committee for
consideration and a report,
The City Mariagerms report on the application of Alamo ~tel Ltd. 1905
Victoria Avenue, for a permit to construct a swimming pool, at an estimated cost
of $5,000. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze
and Ald. F~xo Martin that the report be received and adopted and permit issued,
The City Manageris report on the application of Mr. Gordon Lake, 1401
Ferry Street, for a permit to erec~ a sign adv~r~iS~ng.s~ghtsee!ng cars and erected
at the north-weSt corner of Buchanan Avenue and Murray Hill, at an estimated cost
of $250. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley
and His Worship the Mayor that the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
Carried, with AId, Geo, Martin and Morton=contrary,
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The City Hanager's report on the application of Mr. Arthur White,
1706 Ferry Street, for a permit to erect a neon sign at the Niagara Motel, at 1706
Ferry Street, at an estimated cost of $1,750. was presented for consideration.
ORDERED on tbe motion of A.ld. Morton and Ald, Swayze that the report be received and
adopted and permit issued, witb the understanding that the bottom of the sign is at
least 9 feet above the ground and that no portion of the sign shall sxtend beyond a
point two feet south of the face of tbe proposed walk on Ferry Street.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. HcKinley and Ald.
Mor ton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 23rd, May, 1961.
Clerk
COUNCIL [~ETING
Council Chamber,
15th. May, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular council and
finance meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship, Mayor
Hiller, presided.
BY -LAW
The following By-law was pp_s_~edI
No. 6023 - Tp provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that RUle 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald. HcCallum and Aid. Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 23rd. May, 1961.
Mayor.
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CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
15th. May, 1961.
The Committee of Council assembled in Conference, following the regular
Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, Hay 15th, 1961, for the purpose of considerin5
the items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were present. ltis Worship,
Mayor Miller, presided.
After consideration of the various items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of
Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED,
Clerk
' ' ~ Chairman.
Council Chamber,
23rd. May, 1961.
REGULAR }~ETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Tuesday, May
23rd, 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All
Members of Council were present, with the exception of Ald. White. The Council,
having received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald, Fabo Martin.
Mr. F. J. Swayze, Barrister, representing the Niagara Italicspier
Limited, ~as permitted to address Council~ on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
McCallum.
Fir. S~ayze outlined in some detail the proposed operation of such
a service during the summer months from the Sainovich property and the hal]port
now located on the Q.E.W. and requested Council to consider this project from
angles, and pointed out that the approval of the Department of Transport for the
site in Stamford is expected by Thursday morning of this week. He assured Council
that the proposed operation on the Seinerich would be a credit to this area.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Gee. Martin and Ald. Morton that this matter be
referred to the Property Committee for study and investigation and ~he submission
of a report to Council at their next meeting. Carried Unanimously.
CO~[UNICATIONS
Laid oyeF frgR,th~pF~y~9u~sme~e~p~;
No. 215 - Border Pontiac-Buick Ltd. - re proposed use of property on east side of
Valley Way ~ ~'~r'~e'.*'bRDERED on tile motion of Ald. bierton and Ald.
Swayze that the cosmunication be received and filed and permission be granted.
SEE Report Number 156.
Tile followin~ Conmmnications were p_r_e_scn_tS~;
No. 217 - Board of Police Con~issioners - suggesting May 25th. at 2.30 p.m. for a
meeting with Council to discuss question of solicitation of tourists by tour
operators on Clifton Hill and Falls Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee.
Hartin and Ald. Fabo Martin that the con~unication bc received and filed and the
meeting be held accordingly, with the City Solicitor present.
No. 218 - p~9~9~a~Fgl~l~_~p~ D__istrict Labour Council - requesting advice as to time
of next joint meeting of Stamford and Niagara Falls Councils~ In order that the
Labour Council might present their views with regard to increased telephone rates,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee, Martin and Ald. McCallum that the eonmaunication
be received and tabled pending next joint meeting of the two Councils.
No, 219 - Youth-in-Government Project - appreciation for co-operation. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the eonmunlcation be received
and filed,
No. 220 - St. Pa~F~S~'J~ p.J~2~A - invitation to Spring Tea, May 28th. from 2 untll
5 p.m. ORdeRED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that tile communicatios
be received, tile invitation accepted and as many of tile members of Council and their
wives, as find it possible, attend.
No. 221 - Canadian Legion, Brancl_!5__l - requesting permission to hold parade on tile
occasion of Annual Memorial Service, June 4th,ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton
and AId. Swayze that the communication be received and filed and permission grante~
as requested.
No. 222 - Canadian Cor~s Association - invitation to Annual PilSrimage, June lOth.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. Faho ~rtin Chat the invitation be
received, accepted and as many of the members of Counotl and their wivee as find
it possiblel attend.
No. 223 - Cr~oa~tipp~ Fra~t_e_rpal Union of America - requesting proclamation in
connection with 5th. National Junior Convention, July 1-2-3, 196]. at Sheraton-
Brock Hotel. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Gee. Martin and ,'ad. Faho Martin that
the co~unication be received, filed and proclamation issued as requested.
No. 224 - Qnj_a_ri~o. FJ_up~i_cjp_a~jsj_oF,i~,t,iop - notice of convention to be held in Uindsor,
August 27th. to ,lugust 30th. ORDERED on tile motion of Aid. Morton and Aid. Swayzc
that the communication be received and filed and reservations be made.
No. 225 - O_n~tp_r_i~o I;!_a~te.r_ RqsoRr~.e.s_ Co_m~.aiS~ipn - notice of Plumb]'hE Conference to be
held on June 19th. and 2Oth, ORDERED on the motion of ,\ld. Morton and :lid. Faho
Martin that the communication be received and filed and the Plumbing Inspector
be authorized to attend.
REPORTS
w_~?__f_?kb__w~ng_.Rep_orLs_ !!e.r.e__P_LeAep_t_c_d_;
No. 156 - PrJp!eKt)t_C_o_n~i~t_te__e - recommending permission to Border Pontiac-Buick
for use of vacant lot on east side of Valley Way between Morrison St. and W]llmott
St. for storage of new cars only. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId.
Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Co~unication 215.
No. 157 - ~j~.~lqB~r - reco~ending attendance of Welfare Officers at llth. Annual
Convention of Welfare Officers' Association on June 12, 13 and 14th. ORDERED on the
motion of Aid. Swayze and Aid. Morton that the report be received and reconmendation
adopted.
No. 158 - Ci~__MjRafLer - advising of resignation of Firs. L. Gibson, Water Department.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that tile report be received and
adopted and position be posted for employees of the City to act upon.
No. 159 - .Cj_t_y_ M~anager - advising of appointment of Miss Gwen Evans to the staff of
the Welfare Department. ORDERED on tile motion of Ald. McCallurn and Ald. Faho Hartin
that the report be received and adopted. Carried, with Ald. Morton-contrary.
No. 160 -~CitJ_Maj~Be__r' - advising of appointment of Firs. Shirley Hayes to the
temporary position in the Assessment Department, as Graphotype operator. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received and
adopted.
No. 161 - City Manager - recommending rental of Electric Graphstype machine from
Addressograph'~ul~l~'ph of Canada, Ltd. for three months, at monthly rental of
$128.64. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the report
be received and ,adopted.
No. 162 ? _Ci._ty_ M__apaJe~r - advising that negotiations with Civic Employees ,Local 133,
now completed. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the
report be received and filed.
No, 163 - C~i.ty Mangge.r' - advising that negotiations with Local 528, Fire Fighters,
now completed. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report
be received and filed.
No. 164 - CitlManager . re meeting with Dept. of Highways Officials re Victoria
Avenue bri~g~ o~ir 6.N.R. tracks. ORDERED on tile motion of AId. Gee. Martin and
Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received and filed,
No, 165 - City _bianag_e_r - advising of formal application to Board of Transport
Commissioners for an Order re tile construction of a new bridge. ORDERED on the
motion of AId. Gee. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and filed.
No. 166 - E_~Ujpm___etjt Committee - reconmmnding purchase of new body for Truck Number 21,
from Bramtford Coach and Body. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallurn
that the report be received and adopted.
TIle next two reports were ordered considered together on the motion of
AId. Morton and Ald, Faho Martin.
No. 157 - E~ip.m..e_nt_ Co_nm_~i_t_t_e_e - deliberations with regard to air control
instruments and pressure unit for Filtration Plant.
No. 168 - _E~tp_i~p_m~.n_t .Co___n~n_ft~te_e, - further report on above installations. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. McCallurn and Ald. Faho Martin that time reports be received
and filed.
The following Reports of the City Engineer were ordered considered
together, on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald. McCallurn.
No. ]69 - CiL_'y_En_gineS_~ - Sunnnary of proposed 1961 Asphalt Resurfacing Program.
No. 170 - C'ity Engineer - Ryerson Crescent-from Victoria Avenue to Palmet Ave.
No. 171 - Ci"~'~*n~i~'e~ - Sirecot Street from Welland Ave.(S) to St.Lawrence Ave.
No. 172 - ~i_t)'__Ej~i_n_ce_r - Jepson St. from Victoria Avenue to Second Avenue.
No. 173 - _C_it~_y E_n_sj_n_e.,e_r - 3cpson St. from Second Avenue to Fourth Avenue.
No. 174 - C~itSl_E.n.g~n?~e_r - Welland Avenue from Queen Street to Morrison Street.
No. 175 - City Engineer - Ottawa Avenue from NcRae Street to Stamford Street.
No. 176 - ~i.ty _E_n_g_i_ne_e! - Erie Avenue from Bridge Street to Queen Street.
Me. 177 - C,_i_tff .Ej!~ne_e_r - Main Street from Lundy's Lane to Barker Street. ORDERED
on tbe motion of AId. Gee. Martin and Ald. McCallurn that tile reports be received
and adopted and the work be proceeded with.
No. 173 - City Clerk - report on Conference held on May 15th. ORDERED on the
motion of ATd'.'G~o,'Martin and Ald. McKinley that the report be received and adopted.
Ald. HcCallum, Council ' s representative on the Emergency Measures
Organization, advised that he was unable to attend the meeting held in Toronto
on May 17th. when the resignation of tile present Count)* Co-Ordinator was under
consideration. The Alderman advised that the resignation has been accepted, and
tilere is an Acting Co-Ordinator at present, until such time as a new Co-Ordinator
is appointed.
No. 179 - City Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. 14or~n' ~'d'l~ld. McKinley that the report be received and adopted and
licenets issued accordingly.
No. 180 - S. Sills - report on attendance at Spring Meeting of Empire State Sectim~
of Internall~'l' l.~unicipal Signal Association, held in Courtland, New York, on
May llth. and 12th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swoyze that the
report be received and filed and Mr. Sills be congratulated upoB his election as
President of the Empire State Section for the 1961-62 term.
RESOLUTION
The following Resolution was passed;
No. 69 - GEORGE MARTIN - McCALLUM - RESOLVED that Report Number 170, recommending
the resur'fa'~i~e}~o~"C~nt from Victoria Avenue to Palmet Avenue; Report
Number 171, reconmending the resurfacing of Simeoe Street from Welland Avenue (S)
to St. Lawrence Avenue; Report Number 172 recommending the resurfactng. of Jepson
Street from Victoria Avenue to Second Avenue; Report Number 173 recommending tile
resurfactng of Jepson Street from Second Avenue to Fourth Avenue; Report Number
174 recommending tile resurfacing of Welland AVenue from Queen Street to Morrison
Street; Report Number 175 recommending the resurfacing of Ottawa Avenue from
McRae Street to Stamford Street; Report Number 176 recommending the resurfactng
of Erie Avenue from Bridge Street to Queen Street; Report NUmber 177 recommending
the resurfaeing of Main Street from Lundy's Lane to Barker Street, be received
and adopted and the work be proceeded with; and the Seal of the Corporation be
hereto affixed.
Carried UnanimousIX.
BY-LAWS
following By-law was presented;
No. 6024 - To authorize the construction of combined sewers on Buckley Avenue,
Stmcoe Street and Crawford Place and a watermain on Muir Avenue.
ORDERED on the motion of AId, McKinley and Ald, Morton that Ald.
Callum be 8ranted the privilege of tntroduein~ the by-law and the by-law be given
~he ~irst reading0 - Carried Unanimously,
ORDERED on tile motion of Ald. McCallurn and AId. Sv.,ayzc that Rule
36 (2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law
be given tile second reading, - Carried Unanimously.
The fol 1 owi_n_~ .By._-_l_a.w_ v~a_s_
No. 6025 - To amend By-law Number 3790, being a by-law for the regulation of
traffic.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Aid. Gee. Martin that AId.
Faho Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be
read the first time. - Carried Unanimously.
I ORDERED on tile motion of AId. Faho Martin and Ald. Harton timat Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and tile by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin - Carried Unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS
Ald. Morton referred to the intersection of Emery Sircot and Temperance
Avenue and the fact that accidents have occurred at this location, and requested
that the Traffic Committee view this and ascertain wl~at steps cml be taken to remedy
the same.
Ald. McCallum referred to the practice of individuals allowing their
dogs to run at large during tile night hours, and Ald. Swayze, Council's representative
on tbe 1{umane Society was asked to take this matter under advisement.
Ald. Swayze referred to the vacant lot on tile north side of the Chamber
of Commerce building and the condition of tile same. The City Manager advised that
he would check into this matter.
Ald. Gee. Martin queried when the work would bc proceeded with on the
wall on the east side of Victoria Avenue, along tile New York Central right-of-way
and tile City Manager advised that this work was to bare started to-day.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Aid. Gee. Martin and
AId, Swayze.
READ AND ADOP~.ED, 29th. May, 1961.
Clerk
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FI~L\NCE ~ETING
Council Charn. bc:-.
23rd. May, 196].
The Finance Meeting was held on May 23rd, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present, with the exccpti~zL
of Ald. White, Ald. 14cCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts in the amount of $66,019.33 were approved by the
Conunittec.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or othen~ise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motioe
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton.
The Property Committee~s report on the application of Mrs. Louise
Armstrong, 282 Fifth Avenue, to lease or purchase Lot 57, Fifth Avenue, for the
purpose of erecting a garage, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and the Ci~l
Manager be authorized to ascertaio from the applicant as to her intentions of citikr
leasing or purchasing the lot in question, and to submit a report to Council thereoiL
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. Jules Julian|,
2276 Main Street, for a permit to erect a sign advertising the swimming pool locat~.d
at his Motel on Main Street, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted and permit
be issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of Canadian Corps
Association, Unit 104, for a permit to erect a plastic, illuminated sign at their
clubhouse, at 1633 Victoria Avenue, at an estimated cost of $350. was presented for
consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report
be received and adopted and permit be issued,
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. Wynn Thomas, for
a building permit for alterations to 1733 Ferry Street, at an estimated cost of
$6,000. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze aed
Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and permit be issued,
The City Manager's report on the application of the ~reater Niagara
General Reap|tel for a building permit to erect an addition to the Nurses~ residence,
on the north side of North Street, at an estimated cost of $195,000,00, was preseeted
for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald~ Faho Martin that
the report be received and adopted and permit be issued.
The Cormuittee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and
Ald. Faho Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 29th. May, 1961.
COUNCIL ~ETING
Council Chamber,
23rd. May, 1961,
The Conunittee re-assembled at the close of the regular council and
finance meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Conm~ittee. All Members of Council were present, with the exception
of Ald. White. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
B.Y-L~,','
No. 6026 - To provide monies for general purposes,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and AId, Swayze that Ald. {,{c-
C~llum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. ~ Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallurn and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be read the
second time. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
The Council adjourned on the motion of AId. Gee. Martin and Ald. McCallum.
READ AND ADOPTED, 29th. May, 1961.
Mayor.
TWENTY-SEVENTH MEETING
Council Chamber,
25th. May, 1961.
SpECIAL~ETING
A special mcceing of the City Council was held on the aflernoon of
May 25th, 1961, at 2.30 p.m. in the Council Chamber for the purpose of discusslaY
wid~ the Niagara Falls POlice Con~nission the matter of tonrist solicitation om
Falls Avenue and Clifton 1ti11. His Worship the Mayor and all members of the Councj!
were prcsent~ with d~e exception of Alderman White. tiis Henour, Judge Harold E.
Fuller and 14agistrate J. L. Roberrs, the other two members of the Conmission were
also presco~, as wcrc Mr. Edd }1a~tcr~, Prcs~deuL of the Greater Niagara Chamber
Connncrce~ Mr. George Airridge, Chairman of the Tourist Corrgnittee of the Greater
Hiagara Chamber of Con~nerce, and representing some of the tour operators, Mr. b.
Booth, Barrister.
The followin~ Report was presen~edL
No. 181 - ProJt~ Committee - recommending permission be granted for the 1961
to Niagara Helicoptc"'r Limited, to operate from the Sainovich property just north of
].~rray Hill. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald. McKinley that the
report of the Property Con~ittee be received and adopted; Carried Unanimously.
At this point, Aldermen Herton and Swayze arrived.
His Worship, Mayor Miller, then explained to those present tbe purpo~c
of the meeting and what has transpired to date with reference to tourist solicitacie:~
in the Vicinity of Falls Avenue and Clifton Nill and asked Judge Fuller to indica~Le
to the Members of Council and others present what he felt in this regard.
The Judge stated that Insolaf as the Police Commission was concerned,
it was no new problem and had appeared before the Commission repeatedly; that he
personally was opposed on two eounts: (~) that i~ was contrary to The Municipal
By-law, and (2), that it was in direct contradiction of Section 95 (1)(b) of the
Nighway Traffic Act.
Magistrate Roberrs stated that for some time now the Commission have
encouraged these tour operators to utilize private lots and thus remain off the
travelled portion of the streets.
Mr. Edd Masters, President of the Chamber of Commerce, made several
queries with reference to the type of lleences issued and how control was exerted
and suggested that it might be feasible to establish one central lot for this type
of operation and that more restriction be imposed on the licensees.
Mr. W. G. Booth felt that it would be too drastic to abolish the taxi
stands entirely and that, in his opinion, regulation was what is .required.
Following further discussion, it was ordered on the motion of Alderman
George Martin and AId ~man Swayze that e Committee be set up eCnsisting of one member
from the City Council, one member from the Niagara Falls Police Commission and one
member from the Chamber of Commerce to give further study ~o this problem and
endsevent to bring in a possible solution and that pending any such possible solution,
the Law be enforced. Carried Unanimously.
Mr. W. J. McBurney, then advised the Council and those assembled as
to the difficulties experienced in the past concerning prosecutions of this type
of violation and referred to By-law Number 2408 and ~he reason for its passing,
namely to have to prove only that there was obstruction of the highway.
His Worship Mayor Miller advised the Members of Council that due to
a change in residence, Mrs. Janet Kelly, R.N. Member of the Local Board of Health,
fouod it necessary to resign and that it would be Council~s duty to appoint a
replacement° He indicated the possibility of Mrs. Sheita Lowe being appointed to
this position but suggested that the matter be left in abeyance until a contact
has been made with her as to her possible acceptance and that Council might then
deal with the matter officially at the next meeting~
At this time, Ills Worship the Mayor, thanked Judge Fuller and Magistrate
Roberrs for their attendance at the meeting, as well as the representatives from
the Chamber of Commerce and the Solicitor for the tour operators.
The meeting adjourned on the motion of AId. George Martin and Ald. S~,;ayze.
RE~D AND ADOPTED, 29th. May, 1961.
Mayor,
TWENTY-EIGHTH FrEtTING
Council Chamber,
29th. Flay, 1961.
REGULAR FLEETING
pursuant ~o adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, May 29tb.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, witb the exception of Ald. White. The Council, having received
and read tile minutes of the previous regular and special meetings, adopted these on
the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze.
TE~Np~_S
Tenders had been called for the supply of clothing for the Niagara
Falls Fire Department and it was ordered on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
Morton that the tenders received, be opened, initialled by His Worship the Flayor,
and tabulated. Tenders had been called for the debenture issue in the amount of
$679,344.74 and it was ordered that the tenders received, be opened, initialled by
His Worship tile Flayor and tabulated, on tile motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze.
SErE R_es__oj~tio~ No.
DE~PU_TA_T~pN_~
Mr. E. R. Blew of 1507 River Road was present at tile meeting in
connection with tile possible rezoning of the land on River Road between Hiram Street
and John Street and it was ordered on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum
that he be heard.
Mr. Blew indicated that he was opposed to commercializatton of the
River Road area but stated that it would be advisable to agree with the Planning
Board~s.recommendation since this body was set up for that particular purpose.
Mr. Fred Durdan was also present at the meeting in connection with
this matter and she indicated that she was confused as to what action had been taken
concerning the area frontlag on River Road between Hiram and John, and expressed
opposition to commercialization of the River Road frontages.
Mrs. Ellah Brown indicated that she was desirous o'f having the
commercial area, if established in this vicinity, extended to include the vacant
lot owned by her so as to improve her possibilities of sale and it was suggested
that she would bave to follow the usual procedure in such matters by making application
to the Planning Board. S_EE Con~unication 23q
COF~qUNICATIONS
Laid over from a p_revious meetinn;
No. 190 - Cit~ of North Bay - resolution on Higher Education. ORDERED on the motice
of Ald. Mo~'o~ and Ald~ F. Martin that the resolution be held in abeyance pending
consideration by Ontario School Trustees~ Council.
SEE Communication 226..
T__h~e fo_____l.l_o~jonmunications were presente__d;
No. 226 - Board of Education - re resolution of North Bay and advising that the sanle
has been referred to School Trustees' Association for consideration in conven~ion.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F, Martin that the communication be
received and filed. SEE Communication 190_.
No. 227 - Canadian L_gfjtgn, Branch 51 - invitation to Annual Memorial Service on
June 4th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the invitation
be received, accepted and as many of the members of Council as f~nd it possible,
attend.
No. 228 - Women's Service Con~nittec of Cancer Society - requesting tag day.
ORDERED on'Thee mot~bd b'f' ~La';'~{orto~ 'a~h ~lhL sWdyze that tile conm~unication
be received and filed and request granted.
No. 229 - _Lo~c~l Bg_a_rA_of+ Hea_l~tJ~ - advising of resignation of Hrs, Janet Kelly,
R.N. as member of tile Local Board of llealth. ORDERED on tile motion of .\ld.
George Martin and Ald. Swayzc that tile conm~unication be received and filed and
His Worship the Mayor contact Mr. F. S. Barclay, retired Manager of tile Bell
T lephone Company to ascertain whether he would be in a position to accept this
appointment.
S_EE Rcsolp.t.i.on N~. 70.
No. 230 - N_i_agara_ Falls_ add. ~ubuy_b~n AT_ca. Pl~anning Board - Lands bounded by tliram St.
Falls Ave. John Street and River I,anc. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and
Ald. Geo. Martin that the communication be received and filed and tile recolmnendation
of tile Planning Board be adopted.
REPORTS
Tile following R_eppLt s' wer~e_EQ_se~n~tg~d;
No. 182 - ~ity_~Ia_n.aJ~e__r - re meeting of Ontario Municipal Personnel Officers held in
Hamilton City tlall, on May 26th. ORDERED on tile motion of Aid. Gco. Martin and Aid.
Swayze that the report be received and filed.
N0. 183 - F.~_rks p_n_d__R_e_cT~e_a_t.ign_Cp_m_m__i.t_t_e.e - re application of Northern Enterprises
to use Cakes Park on July lOth. and Jnly 20th. ORDERED on tile motion of Aid. hic-
Klaity and AId. Florton that the report be received and adopted and permission be
granted accordingly.
N0. 184 - Pajks ~pd_B~a~t~gn~C~oj~teJ - re arrangements with Boston Bruins Hockey
Team for use of Memorial Arena for training purposes and the allocation of gate
receipts. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Morton and Ald. Fabo Martin that the report
be received and adopted.
No. 185 - Parks and Recreation Committee - recommending only necessary repairs to
existing greenhouse at Fairview Cemetery. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and
Ald. Geo. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
No. 186 - Cit~ Clerk - recommending issuance of licences, ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and licences
issued accordingly.
At this time, His Worship Flayor Miller, named Alderman McCallum as
Countills representative on the Committee consisting of one member of Council, one
member of Police Commission and one member of Chamber of Commerce, to give further
study to tile matter of sightseeing operators, which was to be set up as ordered at
the m~eting held on May 25th.
His Worship the Mayor referred to the telegram received from the Department
of Travel and Publicity requesting Council to send delegates to a meeting on May 30th.
in Grimsby to discuss Niagara Peninsula Regional Tourist Association and be made
aware of the advantages of such Association.
AId. Morton requested the Traffic Committee at their next meeting, to
consider the traffic problem at Lombard and Lewis Avenue, and referred to the
complaint received concerning parking at this location.
The City Manager reported verbally on his tabulation of tenders received
for debentures and recommended that the quotation of Deacon, Findlay and Coyne, be
accepted at $99.674 per $100, and accrued interest on the total issue of $679,344.74.
SEE Resolution No. 71.
RESOLUTIONS
~e following Resolutions were passed;
~. 70'-'GEO, MARTIN - SWAYZE -'RESOLVED that'M~,'F; $; Barclay b~'appointed to replace
Mrs, Janet R, Kelly, R, N. on the Local Board oe Health and that contact be made with
Mr. Barclay to ascertain his acceptance; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto
affixed,
Carried Unanimously.
No. 71 - MORTON - McCALLUM - RESOLVED that tile tender of Deacon, Findlay and Coync,
at a quot~¥fo~'o¥'$~9.'~7~% 'per $100. and accrued interest for a total debenture
issue of $679,344.74 be accepted; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously..
No. 72 - ]' c~KIN~_EY -_ F~A]tp_ ~B_RffiN - RESOLVED that Councl 1 '~'; representatives, Aldcrmc:-
Swayzc and Morton, on the Tourist Committee of the Greater Niagara Chamber of Connncr~
be authorized to attend the meeting iu Grimsby, May 30~h. which is being sponsored
the Department of Travel and Publicity; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto
affixed. Cj,~r~_ U~jnimp~jl_y.
BY-LAWS.
Laid over from pKcy. i_ o_us~ ]n~e~_iP~Is;
No. 6020 - 'to authorize the borrowing of $24,000.00 to purchase a Fire Engine Pumpcr.
Third Reading -Ald. Gco. Martin and Ald. McKinley. - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6021 - To authorize the borrowing of $52,000.00 for tile widening and resurfacin,~
of a certain street and tile resurfacing of pavements on various streets
throughout the municipality.
Third Reading - AId. Morton and AId. Faho Hartin - Carried Unanimously.
The followingBE-law was passed;
No. 6027 - To provide for the adoption of an amendment to the Niagara Falls and
Suburban Area Official Plan.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Geo0 Martin and Aid. Morton that Ald.
McCallum ~e granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Aid. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin - Carried Unanimously.
The following By-law was presented;
No. 6028 - To authorize the widening and resurfacing of pavements on certain streets
and the resurfacing of pavements on certain streets throughout the
municipality,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald, Morton that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be gives
the second reading. - Garried Unanimously.
On the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. McCallum, Council adjourned to Finance Meetin!
READ AND ADOPTED, 5th. June, 1961.
Clerk
1G3
FINANCE b~ETING
Council Chamber,
29th. May, 1961.
TIle Finance Meeting was held on May 29th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing tile various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present, with the
exception of .kid. White. AId. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts in the amount of $51,420.50 were approvcd by the
Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were ordered
placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion of .\ld.Gco.
Hartin and Ald. Morton.
The Finance Committee arose aud reported to Council on tile motion of Aid. Horton and
Ald. Faho Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 5th. June, 1961.
Clerk
of Finance.
COUNCILMEETING
Council Chamber,
29th. May, 1961,
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Committee. All Members of Council were present, with the exception
of Ald. White. His Worship, Mayor Miller~ presided.
BY-LAW
following By-law was passed;
No. 6029 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Geo. Martin and Aid. Faho Martin that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be read
the first time. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. McCallum and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
o[ the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. McKinley and AId. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
The City Clerk advised the members of Council that the new Fire
Pureper will be at the Queen Street Fire Hall at noon on May 31st,
Council adjourned until the 9 p.m. meeting, on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and
Ald. Norton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 5tb. June, 1961.
Clerk
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Mayor,
ADJOURNED MEETING
Council Chamber,
29th. May, 1961.
Council re-assembled at 9 p.m. following the regular meeting, for the
purpose of meeting with the Councils of the Township of Stamford and the Village
of Chippawa, to discuss a report of the Technical Co-ordinating Committee with
reference ~o a transportation survey.
Present were: City of Nia~ga._ra__F_all__s_ - His Worship Mayor Miller and
all members of Council with the exception of Alderman White.
Township_o~f Stamford - Reeve Mitchelson and all members of his Council.
~'il~a'~e of Chippawa - Deputy Reeve Clarke and all members of the
Ghippawa Coun~ll~'~W'tY{e'~c~tion of Reeve Weightman.
In addition to the Members of Councils, there were representatives
present from the Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board, Department of
Highways; the Niagara Parks Commission; Niagara Falls Bridge Commission; County
Engineer and representatives from R. G. Acres and Company, Limited.
His Worship Mayor Miller called the meeting to order and explained
its purpose and then requested Mr. S. R, Price, City Engineer, Chairman of the Co-
ordinating Committee, to inform the Councils.
At this point the following reporte were read by the City Clerk,
REPORTS
No. 187 - Technical Co-ordinattn~o..r~.ittee - reviewing steps taken to date and
indicating that the total cost would be $80,000.
No. 188 - li. G. Acres and Comp_anJ~ Limited - indicating work involved in the
preparati~'o~f the study and details of how the cost figure was arrived at.
ORDERED on the motlou of Alderrnau George Martin' and councillor A, A, Macgain that
the reports be referred back to each Council for consideration when knowledge has
beea obtained as to the financial part to be played by the Niagara Parks Conm~ission
and the Niagara Falls Bridge Commise~on and to what extent. Carried Unanimously.
SEE Resolution No.
Mr. Argue of the Department of llighways on being queried by tIis W,~rship
the Mayor, stated that the Department will pay 75 percent of the gross cost or ~f
any other funds become available from other sources, that they would pay 75 percent
of the net figure but that they would exclude any parking arrangements other than
on the higbways.
Alderman George Martin enquired as to whether there was any information
available concerning the cost of implementing this study after it has been ob rained
and in this connection it was suggested by Mr. Burton of H. G. Acres and Company,
Limited, that this phase of the matter would have to be considered more or less on
a plan basis for periods possibly of 5, 10 or 15 years with provision for review
of the projects to date at intervals.
Mr. M. T. Gray of the Niagara Parks Corm~ission on bcinS queried as to
participation by his body, stated that the Parks Commission have always previously
shouldered their share of problems of this nature and that they will undoubtedly
again take a part but assured those present that the Commission had no intention of
losiug the grass areas in the Park to acconmodate passenger cars and indicated that
the major problem was a matter of ingress to and exit from the park area. He also
stated that his Commission would expect a request in the form of a letter.
Mr. F. lIendershott, of the Niagara Falls Bridge Commission, representing
Mr, Kaumeyer, advised that at the present moment be had uo conm~cnts to make.
The question of the amount of increase in the event the reports were
adopted was then discussed by Mr. Dewson, Planning Directqr, ~o stated that of the
revised figure $78,000.00, $2,500.00 would not be eligible for assistance, leaving
a total of $75,500.00 which comprised 25 to 30 percent tourist traffic and that now
a figure of $21,375.00 would be split amongst the three municipalities instead of the
former $8,000.00 and this would result in figures as follows;-
Niagara Falls
Stamford
Village of Chippawa
60 percent or $12,825.00
36 percent or $ 7,695.00
4 percent or $ 855.00
and that if funds were received from other sources, these figures would be reduced
correspondingly.
In connection with this proposed increased cost, it was to be understood
that the amounts budgetted for the current year by the municipalities would not
need to be altered but that in the year 1962, it would be necessary to provide in
the Budget Estimates additional funds.
~fter some further discussion, the following Resolution was passed;
RESOLUTION
No. 73 - GEORGE MARTIN - A.A. MacBAiN - RESOLVED that the reports from the Technical
Co-ordinating Committee and from N. G. Acres and Company, Limited, be received and
referred to each of the area councils for consideration when the financial part to
be played by the Niagara Parks Commission and the Niagara Falls Bridge Commission
is known and to what extent and that the Planning Director see that a letter is
forwarded to both Commissions requesting their participation and what is expected
in each case; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
C_arried Unani.__m_ouj~_~
The meeting adjourned on the motion of Councillor Sexsmith and Alderman McKinley.
READ ANDADOpTED' 5th. June, 1961.
Clerk Mayor.
1C5
TWENTY-NINTIt }~ETING
Council Chamber,
5th. June, 1961.
REGUIAR }~ETING
pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on }Ionday, June 5[h.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous metling, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Faho Martin.
DEPUTATIONS
Mr..',lan Blair, representing the operators of tbe Sightseeing Lot
at 1352-54 Ferry Street, was ~resent at tile meeting and on motion of Ald. McCallurn
and Ald. Morton was permitted to address Council. Mr. Blair requested the removal
of the parking meter, which is located in the centre of their lot, to allow easier
entrance. Rc also advised Council that he had a petition signed by various owners
in the area agreeing to the removal of the meter,
}:essrs. A. Rocco and J. Rocco, were also present and on the motion of
Aid. Morton and Ald. McKinley were permitted to speak. They expressed opposition to
having the meter removed and suggested alternatively that additional meters be
installed, which was handled by a motion referring the matter back to the Traffic
Committee, at the suggestion of tbe Chairman, for further consideration in an attenl?t
to iron out tile problem SEE Rc~_ort N~u_mb~e.r__l_94.
CO~rONICATIONS
TIle forlowipJs conm~unications were Ip~sent_ed_j_
No, 231 - Ni_!~gra Falls Lawn Bowling C_lu_~b - invitation to matcb between Members of
Council and Stamford Council. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald.Swayzu
that the communication be received and filed and as many.members of Council as possible
attend.
No. 232 - Boy_ Scouts Association - expressing appreciation. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. G.~l~rtin and Ald, Swayze that tile comunication be received and filed.
No. 233 - Carmen a. Sacco - requesting permissiou to erect sign. ORD~ED on the
motion of 7~ld, F, Martin and Ald. Swayze that the comunication be received and
referred to the Property Comittee for a report.
Ho. 234 - Lombard Christian Church - requesting permission to erect tent. In this
connection,'hr. Eugene Smith was present and on motion of Ald. MegallUre and Ald.
Swayze was permitted to address Council. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
Ald. Swayze that the comunication be received and filed and permission be granted.
- AId. Morton arrived at the meeting -
No. 235 - Niag~rJFp~JJ Separate School Board - requesting conveyance of Lots 907
to 911 inclusive on Slater Avenue and the closing of Slater Avenue and McGrail Lane
in the area. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Faho Martin that the
co~mnication be received and referred to the Property Co~ittee for a report.
No. 236 - Township of Stamford - Notice of Rearing re Restricted Area By-law No.2530,
1960. ORDERE'D on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that the co~uni'
cation be received and filed and the City Manager be au~horized ~o a~end tile Hearing
if he so desires,
No, 237 - CiJij_Defen~e Headquarters, WelJand County - Enclosing letter from Departmes[
of National Defense re Emergency Measure~ meeting on June 13th. ~D~ED on the motfoe
of AId. McKinley and Ald. Morton tha~ the colun~cation be received and filed and as
~ny members of Council a~ poa~ible attend ~his meeting.
No. 238 - Cja_n_a_m_i_d_9,~ ~_a_~a,d_a, L_imi_te_d - enclosiag copy of letter received from
Township of Stamford re air pollution and also copy of reply. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald, G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and filed and
that our Engineering staff be requested to attend with the Stamford Engineering
Department when tests are being made.
No. 239 - C_i_ty__o_f_.~jjn__ds__o_r, - resolution to control bankruptc],-, going~out-of-business,
fire, and other such sales. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. McKinley and AId. White
that tile communication be received and referred to His Worship the Mayor, City
Manager, City Clerk and City Solicitor for a report to Council.
R~OR~Tfi
T_h.e_ _fg~l,l~o,%~_igf~,,R_.epg~r.t.s. _we__r_e_. p_r..e~ _e_n_t_e_d;
No. 187 - C_i_~x ~La_n_af~e~r - advising that Mr, Vernon Anderson had been appointed as
Assistant Mechanic and Collector in tile Parking Meter Department. ORDERED on the
motion of AId. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the report be received and filed.
No. 188 - ~it~ia~n_aJ~_e_r - advising that Miss Rita Simar bad been appointed as Clerk
in tbe Water Department. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallurn and Ald. Morton
that tile report be received and filed.
No. 189 - Oi_q~Ma_n_ag.~_r - advising that Mr. Carmen Martin had been appointed as
Janitor at the Filtration Plant. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallurn and Ald.
F. Martin that the report be received and filed.
No. 190 - Ci__ty M___a_n_~r - advising that Mr. Stanley Code had been appointed Assistant
Foreman of tile Tree Department, ORDERED on the motion of Aid. G. Martin and AId, F.
Martin that the report be received and filed.
No. 191 -__CjtlC~i~ - recommending issuance of licenets. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinley that the report be received and filed and licences
issued accordingly.
No. 192 - Traffic Committee - recommending no change at intersection of Third Avenue
and Willmort Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that
the report be received and adopted.
No. 193 - Traffic Committee - recommending parking be eliminated on tile west side
of Stanley Avenue from North Street to a point 150 feet north. ORDERED on tile motion
of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that tile kreport be received and adopted.
N0. 194 - Traffic Committee - recommending that Parking Meter No. 466 on the south
side of Ferry Street be removed. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze
that the r~port be tabled for further study and that Mr. Rocco be advised that if he
wishes to submit a petition to Council at that time, he can do so. In this connection,
Ald.., Martin suggested that if the owners of businesses in that area want the meters
operating until later in the evening, a petition to that effect should be presented
to gounci 1,
No. 195 - Traffic Conunittee - recommending elimination of parking on the west side
of Lombard Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that
the report be received and adopted.
No. 196 - Traffic Committee ~ recommending that Temperance Avenue be made a "through
street', at Sununer and Emery. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze
that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 197 - .C_i.t~E~i.neer - Local Improvement Sidewalk - Hamilton Street. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that tile report be received and adopted
and tile work proceeded with,
_SERE. _RJeoj~i~on._N~o_,7.4
No. 198 - City Engineer - Local Improvement Sidewalks - Erie Avenue from Bridge Street
to Park Street, ORDERED on tile motion of Ald, McKinley and Ald, G,Martin that the
report be received and, adopted and the work proceeded with.
SEE R_epp_lUtion No.
No. 199 - City Engineer - Local Improvement Sidewalks - Erie Avenue from Park Street
~o Queen Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. }Jartin that
he report be received and adopted and tile work proceeded with.
SEE Resolution No.
168
No. 199 - C.i_tX Ep~in_c~r - Local Improvement Sidewalks - Erie Avenue from Park Street
to Queen street. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. G. Martin and AId. F. Martin that
the report be received and adopted and the work proceeded with. SA_E_-c__o_lu~i_n
No. 200 - C_i_t3t ~pgiDenr - Local Improvement Sidewalks - Main Street from Ferry Sire
to Peer Street and LundY~S Lane to Barker. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. F. Mar|i!
and .\ld. Morton be received and adopted and the work proceeded with. In this
connection, it x:as ordered on tbe motion of .lid. G. Martin and Aid. McCallum that
City Manager submit a report on tbe possible extension of sidewalks on Main Street
farther south. S__EE R___gJojut~ion N~}.77.
MISCELLANEOUS
His Worship the Mayor requested the representatives of Council, who bad
at|ended the meeting of the Niagara Peninsula Regional Tourist Association meeting
in Grimsby, to outline the details of the proposal. Ald. Swayze referred to his
statement that we would join the Association and the representatives were requested
to submit a report to the next meeting of Council.
PETITION
The fol lowi_ngu_P. eti tion was
Me. 5 - Harold A. O_u,~h~ McMorran's Limited and 7 others - requesting that soliciti Y
of visito~ b'~"si~htseeing operators be prohibited. ORDERED on the motion of AId. C.
Martin and AId. McKinley that the petition be received and referred to the Genrelit|co,
comprising representatives from Council, Police Commission and Chamber of Commerce,
to deal with Sightseeing and Tour Solicitation in the vicinity of Falls Avenue and
Clifton llill.
RESOLUTION
The following Resolutions were as~
No. 74 - G_,B~_TjN__r_M_ORjg_~ - RESOLVED that Report No. 197, recommending the construction
of a 4-foot concrete sidewalk on the north side of Hamilton Street from Fourth Avcnae
to approximately 160 feet easterly, be received and adopted and the work be proceeded
with; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried U~fipj~9~s)~i~
No. 75 - MCKINLEY - G.MARTIN - RESOLVED that Report No. 198 - recommending the
constructton of 9-foot concrete sidewalks on the east and west sides of Erie Avenue
from Bridge Street to Park Street, be received and adopted and the work proceeded with;
and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried UnanimouslY.
No. 76 - G.MARTIN -_!MARTIN - RESOLVED that Report No. 199, recommending the
construction of 9-foot concrete sidewalks on the east and west sides of Erie Avenue
from Park Street to Queen Street, be received and adopted and the work be proceeded
with; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimo~l)l'
No. 77 - F.MARTIN - MORTON - RESOLVED that Report No. 200, recommending the
construction of lO-foot concrete sidewalks on the east side of Main Street from Ferry
Street to Peer Street and on the west side from Lundy~s Lane to Barker Street, be
received and adopted and the work be proceeded with; and the Seal of the Corporation
be hereto affixed.. Carried Unanimousl_~'_~
BY-LAWS
~aid over from_t~revious meatinRs;
No, 602~ - To authorize the construction of combined sewers on Bucklay Avenue~ Simcoe
Street and Crawford Place and a watermain on Muir Avenue,
Third Reading - Aid. Morton - AId. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously.
iC.9
The foll~.Zf-laws we_r_e_p_as_s.e.d_j
N_o. 603_.0 - To authorize |be execution of an Agreement with Niagara Falls Professional
Fire Fighters, Local 528, of the International Association of Fire Fighters.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. McCallurn that Ald. Gee.Martin
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald. Faho Martin that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Her|on and :~ld, McCallurn - Carried Unanin~ously.
6031 - To provide for the adoption of an amendment to the Niagara Falls and
Suburban Area Official Plan.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Gee. Martin and Aid, Faho I.lartin that AId,
|4cCallum be granted tbe privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. |.lcCallum and Aid. Gee. biartin that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Faho blartin and Aid. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS
Aid, G. Martin referred to the improvements made along the New York
Central right-of-way at tbe Centre and asked wben the planting would be done.
City |4anager advised that Ivy had been planted that day.
The
Ald. Morton asked the City Manager whether it would not be feasible to paint
the traffic lines on the streets at night, to which Mr. err replied that it would prove
too expensive, stating that not too much difficulty was experienced with traffic.
Ald. McCallum referred to the complaints he had received regarding the
poultry business near Detroit Avenue and was requested to obtain the name of the
business about which the complaint had been received.
On the motion of AId. G. Nartin and AId. McKinley, Council adjourned to the Finance
Heeting.
READ AND AbdPTED, 12th. June, 1961.
Mayor.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
5th .June, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on June 5th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present. Ald. McCalluzL,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts in the amount of $81.241.01 were approved by the
Conmittce.
The Accounts submitted, with the exception of Voucher No. 1840, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Mayor Miller.
The Sunun~ry of Tenders for Fire Department Uniforms was then submitted
to the Committee. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that
the tender of Marshall's Men's Wear be accepted~ the better qualit), shirt be
purchased and that the caps meet the requirements of the Fire Chief.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Frederick Sign
Company to erect an advertising panel ~ned by Luftansa Airlines on the north sid~
of Bridge S~reet, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted and the application
be referred to the Property Conunittec.
The City b~nager's report on the application fDr a sign permit to be
erected at the Park Hotel advertising Duty Free Goods at an estimated cost of $450.
was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Mayor
Miller that the report be received and tabled until such time as an application
is ~ade and approved for a Transient Trader Licenee at this location.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Alamo Motel for a
sign permit at an estimated cost of $500. was presented for consideration. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and
adopted and the permit issued.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McKinley that two
additional reports of the City Manager be placed on the agenda for consideration.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. S. Dalbozyk for a
permit to erect a dwelling on Lot 54 on the west side of Homewood Avenue, at an
estimated cost of $10,000.00, was presented for conSideratioDo 'ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted
and the permit issued.
The City Manager's report on the revised application offMr. William
tIoljak for a permit to erect a motel on Lot 3 on the south side of Ferry Street, was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze
that the report be received and adopted and the ~pplication be referred to the
pr6perty'Conmit~ee. ' ...........
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
Morton.
AIR) ADOFlED, 12th. June, 1961.
Clerk
hairman of Finance.
COUNCIL ~ZETING
Council Chamber,
5th. June~ 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the re,%ular Council and Finance
Hearings for the purpose of passing tile by-law which covered the accounts approvcd
by the Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship Mayor Miller
presided.
The follO~z_ing By~-!_aS~ w__a~s,l?_as_s,e_d.;
P~L 6_q3~ - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. blcKinley and AId. Swayze that Aid. McCaltum
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. ~ Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. McCallum and Aid. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be read the
second time. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. F. Martin and Ald, McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
The Council adjourned to Conference on tile motion of Ald. G. i.~artin and .~ld, ~.~cXjnlcy.
READ AND ADOPTED, 12th. June, 1961.
Clerk
Mayor.
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
5th, June, 1961.
The Committee of Council assembled in Conference, following the regular
Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, June 5th, 1961, for the purpose of considering
the items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were present. His Worship,
Mayor Miller, presided.
After, consideration of the various items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of
AId. G. Martin and Ald, Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 12th. June, 1961.
; .. . ChairSan.,
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ADJOURNED ~ETING
Council Chamber,
5tb. 3une, 1961.
Council re-assembled in the Council Chamber at 9:10 p.m. on the eveni.'
of June 5th, 1961, for a joint session with the Council of the Township of Stamford,
for the purpose of considering a report from the Merger Committee.
Present were: Ci.ty_ _o_f__~!ia_~a_ra F+a_l]~s_ ' His X.;orship, Mayor Miller and all
members of the City Council, the City Manager, the City Clerk, the City Engineer
the City Solicitor.
Township ~f p~t.a_m.for.d - Reeve E .E .Mitchelson and all members of the
ship Council, 't]m'Yoi.mship Clerk, the Township Engineer and the Township Solicitor.
Ris Worship, Mayor Miller, called tile meeting to order and asked the
Chairman of the Joint Merger Con~nittee, Alderman George Martin, to present his
The report of the Committee having been read by the City Clerk, togeeh~'r
with the minutes of the most recent meeting of the Merger Committee held on Friday,
June 2nd. His Worship the Mayor turned the meeting over to Aid. George Martin, who.
with Mr. Eidt, the Township Engineer, explained what is proposed in connection wiuh
the change in the description to be included in the application to the Ontario
Municipal Board for annexation.
Following a period of discussion with reference to tile matter, the
following resolution was passed;
No. 78 - A.A.I.lacBAIN - A.J.McKINLEY - RESOLVED that the applications for Annexetio:~
submitted"~*'t];d'b~'t'difd'i,i~i~di'pWf'Board by the Councils of the municipalities of
tile City of Niagara Falls and the To~nship of Stamford be amended by:
1. 'Deleting any reference to the Town of Thorold.
2. Deleting that portion of the Township of Thorold north of a line south of
Upper.Road.
3. Deleting any reference to Crowland Township.
4. Deleting any reference to that portion of the Township of Willoughby lying
generally to the south of the Nelland River except that portion lying north of
a line to be determined from the intersection with Lyons'.Oreek to a point in
the International Boundary Line in the Niagara River.
Deleting any reference to Niagara Tox,mship; and the Seal of the Corporation be
berets affixed.
Carried Unanimousl.y...
Reeve Mitchelson then requested permission to bring up a topic of
interest to both Councils and the request being granted, he referred to the problem
the To~mship isexpertencing in connection with the proposed sewage disposal site
which is being acquired from the Hydro-glectric Power Commission of Ontario.
He explained what had taken place to date and requested that consideration
be given by the Council of the City of Niagara Falls to the preparation of the
necessary agreement, Ontario Water Resources Commission approval, etc. so that thi~
matter can be finalized, His Worship the Mayor then suggested, a suggestion which
was concurred in by the other members of the City Council, that the matter be left
in the hands of the City Manager to obtain information and submit a report at the
next meeting.
There being no further business, the meeting. then adjourned on the motion
of Ald. McOallum and Ald. Faho Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 12th. June, 1961,
Clerk
Mayor
TRIRTIETH MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
12th. June, 1961.
Furanent to adjournment, Council met at 7,30 p.m. on Monday, June 12th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council, were present, with the exception of Ald. Faho Martin. The Council, having
~received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of
AId. Morton and AId. Swayze.
CO~UNICATIONS
hid over from the previous meeting;
~. 233 - Carmen A, Sacco - application to erect a sign. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and filed and permissiqn
SEE ~rt Number 202.
~. 235 - Niagara Falls Separate School Board - requesting conveyance of Lots 907 to
911, Slater Avenue and the closing of Slater Avenue and MeGrail Lane in the area of
proposed school site. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and Ald. Swayze that the
communication be received and filed and the Property Committee's report be received
.and adopted in principle, subject to future negotiations as to price.
SEE~rt Number 203.
No. 239 - City of Windsor - resolution seeking legislation to enable municipalities
to adopt by-laws to regulate and control bankruptcy, going-out-of-business, fire and
ether such sales. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the
resolution be received and endorsed.
SEE Report Number 204.
following Communications were presented;
240 - Select Committee on Expropriation - Notice of Public Meetings. ORDERED on the
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Sway~e that the communication be received, noted and filed.
1o. 241 - Niagara Storybook Funland - requesting permission to hold parade with necessary
escort on June 17th. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId, McCallum that
communication be received and filed and the permission be granted providing that
date'does not conflict with any other parade.
10:242 - Optimist Club - requesting co-operation in Annual Soap Box Derby, July gth.
on the motion of Ald. C. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the communication be
filed and permiesion granted.
~. 243 ~ B.C.V.A. - requesting contribution of a trophy in connection with propseed
for~ Niagara United Appeal on October 7th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.G.
and AId.' Morton that the communication be received and referred to the Awards
for a report.
~. 244 - Ontario Teen-Agers Study Alcohol - requesting permission to hold a tag day on
24th, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the communication
received and filed and permission be granted for June 17th. or July let, as June 2~th,
not available.
~5- Texaco CanadaLimited - requesting a further six months' extension of building
number 1~309, O{~DERED on the motion of AId. O. Hartin and Ald. Swayze that the
ton be resolved and filed and the extension requested be granted.
~6 - Downtown Bueinessmen's Association - expressing opposition to the granting of
to erect a sign advertising a Duty ~ree Shop at the ~ark Hotel. ORDERED on the
of AId. McKinley and AId. Morton that the communication be referred to Item 2 under
business, Finance Meeting.
, _ - resolution to extend area of manning Board to
on the
No. 247
include whole of the Township of WilloughbY, for planning purposes. ORDERED
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum that the resolution be received and filed
pending advice from the Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board.
No. 248 - pastor, St. Ann's Church - requesting Council to reconsider their decision
to eliminate parking on the west side of Lombard Avenue between Lincoln and Spring
Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinley that the communication
be received and filed and no change be made in parking on the west side of Lombard
Avenue for one year, in order to give the Church an opportunity to make preparations
towards their own parking fasilities,
REPORTS
Laid over from the previous meet_e__tjnJ;
No. 194 - Traffic Committee - recommending removal of parking meter no. 466, south
side of Ferry Street, between Clark and Buchanan. SEE Report Number 201,
~~Re orts were resented'
No. 201 - Traffic Committee - report on discussions held with cab drivers and merchants
regarding removal of parking meter no. 466, easterly, which will result in the drive-
way to the sightseeing parking lot being loft clear but will not eliminate a meter in
this particular area. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId. Morton that the
reports be received and adopted. SEE Report Number 194.
No. 202 - ~q~' recommending permission to Carmen Sacco to erect a
sign overhanging the sidewalk on his property at the corner of Allen and Ferry.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received and
adopted. SEE CommunicatiJpj~'
No. 203 - PronetrY Committee - recommendations re conveyance of Lots 907 to 911 and
closing of portion of MeGrail Avenue and Slater Avenue to Niagara Falls Separate
School Board. ORDERED on the motioe of Ald. White and AId. Swayze that the report be
received and adopted in principle, subject to £uture negotiations as to price.
SEE Communicatioj~?~'
No. 204 - City Clerk - advising of recommendation of Mayor, City Manager, City Solicitor
and City Clerk, that the resolution from City of Windsor be eAdorsed. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received end adopted.
SEE Communicatio~n_23_~9'
No. 205 - Alderman McCallum - advising of desire of Committee of Council, Police
Commission and Chamber of Commerce representatives,' to meet for purpose of possible
recommendations re tourist solicitation in vicinity of Falls Avenue and Clifton Hill.
OROERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId. Morton that the report be-received,
tabled and meeting arranged.
No. 206 - City Manager - advising of request received to limit parking on south side
of Hiram Street between Falls and River Road. ORDERED on the motion of AId, Morton
and AId. Swayee that the report be received and adopted and the matter be referred
to the Traffic Committee for consideration.
No. 207 - Cit~ Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. Bwayze and Ald. McCallum that the report he received and adopted and licehess
issued accordingly, with the exception of the application for Transient Trader's
licence, said application to be referred to the Finance Meeting for co~sideration
when Item dealing with Sign for Duty Free Store, is considered.
No. 208 - City Engineer - report on attendance at 9th. Annual Ontario Rousing
Association Conference at Remitton. O~D~D on the motion of Aid. G. Martin and AId,
Morton that the report be received and filed.
Ms. 209 - City Engineer - 10-foot concrete sidewalks as replacement of existing walks
on the east side of Main St. from Peer St. to Robinson St. and on the west side from
Barker St. to Gulp St. CRDERgD on the motion of AId. O. Martin and AId. 5wayze that
the report be received and adopted and work proceeded wish. '
S~Z aesolut~onj~
His Worship Mayor Miller suggested to the City Engineer that when side-
walks are being replaced on Main Street, that arrangements be made to have receptacle
inserted therein, to allow storekeepers to place flag poles on the sidewalk if desired.
PETITION
The followinK Petition was presented;
No.j- Anthony Rocco and 9 others - requesting installation of parking meters on both
sides of Ferry Street from Buchanan to Clark Avenue, to operate 7 days a week.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the petition be
received and referred to the Traffic Committee for a report.
RESOLUTIONS
The followinK Resolutions were passed;
N0. 79 - G.MARTIN - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that Construction Report Number 209, for lO-
~ot concrete sidewalks as replacements of existing sidewalks on the east side of
Main Street from Peer Street to Robinson Street and on the west side from Barker Street
to Culp Street, be received and adopted and work proceeded with; and the Seal of the
Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
His Worship ~yor Miller referred to the phone calls he had received from
different newspapers regarding the tragedy which occurred on Sunday evening, June 10th.
in which four people lost their lives in the Niagara River. The newspapers wanted to
know if Council were going to take any action about the installation of safety measures
in the Upper River to avoid future loss of life,
Mayor Miller was of the opinion that there should be some law between the
~nited States and Canada to prevent boats from coming any further than the southerly
end of Grand Island and expressed the desire that Council might be the first to
initiate action toward the necessary safety measures.
SEE Resolution No. 80.
N0.80 - WHITE - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that a joint meeting be held with the Niagara Parks
Commission, representatives of the Township of Stamford, Village of chippawn and
Township of Willoughby to ascertain from the Federal Government what means might be
taken to prevent loss of life in the Niagara River; and the Seal of the Corporation
he hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
AId. gwayze referred to the cannon situated on the lawn at the front of the
Arm0ury building at the corner of Victoria Avenue and Armoury Street and was of the
opinion that the same should be either removed or repaired.
BY-LAWS
hi__d over from a previous meeting;
~- To authorize the borrowing of $102,000.00 to acquire real or personal
property for use of the Greater Niagara Transit Commission.
Third Reading - AId. McKinley - AId. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
The f011owing'By-laws were "
--- ' ' passed;
~ - A by-law to amend By-law Number 5335(1955) as amended, which is a by-law
to regulate the use of land and the use, location, spacing, height and
area of buildings and structures within the City of Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. Morton that AId. McCallum
be~iVen the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading.. Carried U~animously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be read the
second time. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Swayze and AId. McKinley - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6034 - A by-law to amend By-law Number 5335(1955) as amended, which is a by-law
" to regulate the use of land and the use, location, spacing, height and
area of buildings and structures within the City of Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G, Martin and Ald. Morton that Ald. Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege'of introducing the'by-law and the by-law be give~
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
~ - To amend By-law Number 3790, being a by-law for the regulation of traffic,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and Ald. G. Martin that Ald. Swayze
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Onanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be read the
second time. - Carried Onanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze - Carried Onanimously-
No. 6036 - To amend By-law Number 3791, being a by-law designating through highways.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId. McCallum that Ald.
Swayze be granted the privilege of introducing the byLlaw and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze ahd Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be te~porarily suspended and the by-law be read the
second time. * Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. McCallum and Ald. White - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. White and AId. George
Martin.
READ AI~) ADOPTED, 19th. June, 1961.
Mayor.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
12th. June, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on June 12th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present, with the
exception of Ald. Faho Martin. Ald. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
'Sundry AG~ounts in the amount of $80,101.26 were approved by the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were ordered
placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion of Ald, Mc-
Kinley and AId. Swayze. Carried, with His Worship the Mayor-contrary. Mayor Miller,
made an amendment to the motion that $500. for the Beauty Pageant Spectacular be
included in the disbursements for the period ending June 12th, 1961; there was no
seconder.
His Worship the Mayor maintained that the invaluable publicity derived ~
through T,V. and local and foreign press releases with reference to the Beauty
Pageant being held in this area, would be a means of bringing more tourists to
Niagara Falls, thereby benefitring the merchants, etc. The Mayor was of the opinion
that we should encourage such promotion endearours.
The application of the Park Motel, for a permit to erect a plastic,
illuminated sign advertising a Duty Free Shop, at an estimated cost of $450. was
presented again at this time; along with the application for a Transient Trader's
licenee which had been referred to the Finance Meeting, and also a communication
from the Downtown Businessmen's Association expressing opposi~ion. Before any
farther action was taken, it was ordered on the motion of His Worship the Mayor and
Ald. Morton that Mr. Jeffcry Mahlsted, applicant for the Duty Free Shoppes of Canada,
Limited, be permitted to speak to Council. Mr. Mablsted proceeded to outline the
advantages of such a store, advising that such a scheme is for American tourists
0sly, Me stated that the items carried are not in competition with local merchants,
mely, jade, swiss watches, Spanish and Portuguese laces. He requested Council to
~give favourable consideration to the granting of a Transiefit Trader's licenee. Re
assured Council that they were not operating a retail store. It was moved by AId.
~White that the application for a Transient Trader's licence be not entertained; there
as no seconder to this motion. O~DERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald.Swayze
hat the application, for Transient Trader's Licenee; application for .a sign permit
~and the communication from the Doomtown Busine~smen's Association be tabled for
consideration of a full Council. All were in fayOur,including the Mayor, with the
exception of AId. George Martin, who abstained from voting.
. The Property Comm~ttee's report on the application of Wm. HolJak for a
permit to erect a motel on Lot 3 on the south side of Ferry Street between Clark
a~ Buchanan was presented for consideration. The Comttttee advised that they were
not prepared to recommend that a permit be issued because they are still uncertain
concerning the status of the property respecting ownership and they are not prepared
to recommend a permit for Lot 3 until they have some assurance of the future use of
Lot 4, directly east of the property applied for. ORDERED on the motion of His
the Mayor and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
The PropertyCommitte's report on the application of the Frederick Sign
to erect an Advertising Panelf Dr the Lufthansa Airlines on the north side
Street, east of Victoria Avenue, was presented for consideration. The
0~Lttee recommended that a permit be not issued, in line with the policy of Council
~0 control the number of advertising panels erected in the City. ORDERED on the
of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted and a
be not issued.
The City Manager~s report recQ~,~ending the purchase of a Press*Ur meter
testing freshly mixed concrete, at a price of $240.00 was presented for consider-
Rion. CRDEF~D on the motion of Ald. George Martin and AId. White that the report
.. aB~ ~ferr~d C~ the EqUipment Committee ~$t~.p.ow~.~o 9~.. .
17B-
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId,
G. Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 19th. June, 1961.
Clerk
COUNCIL NEETING
Council Chamber,
12th.June, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Committee. All Members of Council were present, with the exception
of AId. Faho Martin. .His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
· BY-LAW
The following By-law was passed;
No. 6037 - To provide monies for general purposes,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and Ald. G. Martin that Ald. Mc-
Callurn be granted the privilege of introducing the by*law and the by-law be given
the first reading, - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and Ald, Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. G. Martin and Aid. McCallurn - Carried Unanimously.
The City Clerk reminded Council that any member of Council intending to
attend the Emergency Measures O~erations, being held on Tuesday morning, June 13th.
in St. Gatherlees, should be there at 10 A.M.
Council adjourned on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. White.
READ AND ADOPTED, 19th. June, 1961.
Mayor.
THIRTY-FIRST MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
19th. June, 1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, June 19th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze.
COtGtUNICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No. 206 - City Manager - re request to limit parking on south side of Hiram Street
between Falls Avenue and River Road. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
Swayze that the report be received and filed and the recommendation of the Traffic
C0~mittee be adopted.
SEJRJort Number 210.
The following Communications were presented;
N0, ~9 - Greater Niagara United Appeal - requesting permission to erect banner
publicizing United Appeal for six weeks' period in the next six years. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. George Martin and Ald. F. Martin that the communication be received
and filed and permission be granted for the current year, subject to the usual
permission of the Hydro-Electfic Commission of Niagara Falls and the applicants be
n0tifed that succeeding Councils may not agree to such erection, and it will therefore
be necessary to make application each year. Carried with Ald. Morton-contrary, because
of the location of the sign.
N0. 250 - Niagara District Fire Fighters' Association - expressing appreciation for
10an of three fire pumpers used in training programme held in Chippawn.ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received and filed.
N0. 251 - Greater Niagara Transit Commission - enclosing sun~nary of changes in
present bus routes, to be effective July 2nd, 1961. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
McSallum and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received and filed and the schedule
0f changes be left for Council*s perusal.
N0. 252 - United Handicapped Groups of Ontario - expressing appreciation for contribution
towards recent Convention and expressing conunendation for the assistance rendered by
St. John.~nbulance Brigade and Cataract Nursing Division. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. George Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and filed and
the organizations mentioned be made aware of this letter and Council also extend their
appreciation to the Fireman who gave their services during this Convention while on
their off-duty hours,
N0. 253 - Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board - extension of Planning Board
services to the Township of Willoughby. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallurn and
AId. p. Martin that the communication be received and filed and a resolution be passed
in connection with this matter.
SEE Resolution Number 81.
N0. 254 - Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board - enclosing Summary outlining
allocation of costs re Transportation Survey. ORDERED on the motion of AId. G.Martin
and Aid. 8wsyse that the con~unication be received and laid on the table for one week
for Council~:s perusal.
The following communication was ordered placed on the uganda, on the
~tion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin.
00. 255 - Township of Stamford - resolution to arrange Joint meeting of the special
c0nmittee to consider complaints regarding licensed sightseeing drivers soliciting
tourists for certain motels from a stand located near the Township boundary. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. McCallurn that the communication be received
and referred to the meeting scheduled for Tuesday evening, June 20th. to which the
on ~he Stamford Committee along with the Township Reeve, be asked
REPORTS
The following Reports were presented;
No. 210 - Traffic Connnittee - recommending establishment of two-hour parking on
south side of Hiram Street, between Falls Avenue and River Road. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Report No. 206.
No. 211 - Traffic Committee - recommending time for operation of parking meters in the
block on Ferry Street between Clarke Avenue and Buchanan Avenue, be extended to 10 p.m.
at night but that no consideration be given to the operation of parking meters on
Sunday. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be
received and adopted. SEE Petition No.6.
No. 212 - Parks Committee - suggesting Armoury officials be approached to improve
appearance of grounds and to consider action to either nmke the souvenir gun safe
or remove the same. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. gwayza that
the report be received and adopted.
No. 213 - Parks Committee - recon~aending that construction of the steel mesh fence
at the north end of Coronation Park be proceeded with as soon as possible. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
No. 214 - Parks Committee - reco~maending repairs and painting of lines only at a
cost of $125. be carried out in 1961, on the floor at the shallow end of the Municipal
Swimming Pool. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. gwayze that the report
be received and adopted.
No. 215 - Parks Committee - recommending erection of lights at Oakes Park immediately.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. FahoMartin and AId. Morton that the report be received
and adopted.
No. ~16 - Parks Committee - recommending that the Library Board be advised that it is
not feasible for the City Parks Department to provide service for their grounds.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. Swayze that the report be received
and adopted.
No. 21? ~ City Manager - recommending negotiationof c~ntract with Canadian Industries
Limited for liquid chlorine from July 1st. 1961 to June 20th,, 1962. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
No. 218 - City Manager - recou~nending that the application of Jog. Mann to operate
a sightseeing cab stand at the Continental Motel, 1156 Ferry gtreet, and application
for permission to erect a sign advertising the same, be referred to the Property
Committee for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. Swayze
that the report be received and the application be referred to the Property Comaukttee
for a report.
SEE Finance Meeting, June 26th.
No. 219 - City Manager - recommending Parks Committee be authorized to take the
necessary action to protect the interest of residents adjacent to the Grey-Symmes
Park and to control parking in the area, ORDERED on the motion of AId. 6. Martin
and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and the property Committee
be so authorized and submit a report to Council.
No. 220 - City Manager - advising of the appointment of Miss Mary Johnson as Junior
Clerk in the. Main Office of the City Mall, (IDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley
and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and filed.
Ro. 221 - City Clerk - reconxnending issuance of licences. 0RDERgD on the motion of
Aid, 6. Martin and AId, F, Martin that the report be received and adopted and liceaces
issued accordingly.
The following RepOrt was ordered placed on the ageads, on the motion
Ald. F. Martin and Ald, O. Martin.
No, 222 - City Clerk - submitting application for. a Hawker and Padlofts ticonce co
sell ceramic potteryt and advising that the said application has not been approved
by Licensing Comnittee, aiDeBID on the motion of Ald, O. Martin ahd AId, McCallum
that the application be received and licenee be not granted,
PETITIONS
The following Petition was laid o~r from the previous meeting;
No. 6 - A. Roeco and 9 others - requesting installation of parking meters on both
sides of Ferry St. from Buchanan Avenue to Clarke Avenue, to operate ? days a week.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the petition be received
and filed and the recommendation of the Traffic Committee be adopted, to the effect
that operation of said meters be extended to 10 p.m. at night but that no consideration
be given to Sunday operation.
SEE Report Number 211.
The following Petition was presented.;
No. ? ~ John Simon and 22 others - protesting issuance of permit to Maple Leaf Garage
for installation of gas station and future establishment of used car lot. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the petition be received and
referred to the City Solicitor and Property Committee for a report.
RESOLUTIONS
The following Resolutions were passed;
No. 81 ~ McC~L~M - G.MARTIN ~ RESOLVED that the application of the Township of
Willoughby to have the Minister of Municipal Affairs extend the planning area to
include the entire municipality of the Township of Willoughby and the complement of
the Board be increased to include a representative appointed by Willoughby Council,
be endorsed by the Council of the City of Niagara Falls; and the Seal of the Corporation
be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimousl_~
N0.82 - McKII~Y - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that a message of sympathy on behalf of His
Worship the Mayor and the Members of the City Council be forwarded to Mr, Leslie Sawyer,
upon the death of his mother, the late Mrs. Enma Sawyer, highly respected resident of
this community for a great number of years; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto
affixed.
Carried Unanimously_.
His Worship Mayor Miller referred to the Merit Award received by Mr, G.H.
Hamilton, one of Councll's appointees on the Niagara Falls Library Board, which was
awarded by the Canadian Library Trustees Association, and the following resolution
was passed;
N0, 83 - MORTON - F. MARTIN - RESOLVED that a letter of congratulations be forwarded to
/Mr. tea, R. Hamilton, one of Council's appointees on the Niagara Falls Library Board,
if0r the hunour he has brought to the City of Niagara Falls, upon the Merit Award
ii~anted by the Canadian Library Trustees Association; and the Seal of the Corporation
,be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
AId. Faho Rattin, who is contemplating a trip to Europe, this summer,
requested permission for a leave of absence for a period of six weeks, and the following
,resolution was passed;
IN0. 84 - McKINLgY -- SWA~ZE - RESOLVED that Alderman Faho Martin be granted a leave of
for a period of six weeks, from.JulyJrd. to August 13th, 1961; and the Seal
:?: 3%orporatio. he .ereto affixed.
Carried Unautmous~y_t
BY-LAW
following By-law was passed;
A by-law to amend By-lawMumber 5981, 1961, authorizing an application to
the Ontario Municipal Board for an Order annexing the Township of Stamford,
the Village of Chippawn, parts of the Townships of Willoughby, Crawland and
Thorold in ~he County of Welland, part of tile Town of Thorold in the County
of Welland, and part of the Township of Niagara in the County of Lincoln.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald, Swayze ~hat Ald, George
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the
· Carried Unanimously,
.! ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin, and Ald. F. Martin that Rule
'~ 36 (2) of the Standing Rules of Council he temporarily suspended and the by-law
be given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
Ald. Morton referred to a broken pipe in the sidewalk at the corner of
Second Avenue and Morrison Street, (785 Second Avenue), which caused the fall of a
resident and the City Manager advised that the communication received from the
resident has been forwarded to the InSurance Companies for consideration; The City
Engineering Department to ascertain whether the pipe is the property of the Hydro
Commission or the Provincial Gas Company.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald.
Morton,
READ AND ADOPTED, 26th.June, 1961.
Cler ' ' ~ Mayor.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
19th. 3une, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on June 19th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passinS the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Con~nittee were present. Ald. McGallum,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts in the amount of $229,260.53 were approved by the
Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze.
The application for a Transient Trader's liceace for the operation of
a Duty Free Shop at the Park Hotel; the application for permission to erect a sign
in connection with this shop; and a conununication from the DowntownMerchants
expressing opposition to such operation, which were laid over from the previous
meeting, were again submitted for consideration. It was moved by Ald. White that
the application for such liceace be not entertained; there.was no seconder to this
notion.
It was then eyed by His Worship Mayor Miller and AId. Y. Martin that
Mr. J. Burnell, representing the Duty Free Shop, be permitted to speak on this matter.
He referred to the fact that such stores are no~ in operation across Canada and one
is operating in Township of Stamford and pointed out that goods for sale in such stores
are not available in local stores. The speaker pointed out that such operation could
be covered by a mandemons and thought it only fair to advise that arrangements have
been made tentatively for the operation of this store by the management of the park
Rote1, who would not require a licence to carry on such business. Re extended an
invitation to the Members of Council and the Downtown Businessmen's Association to
inspect the type of commodities being offered for sale.
-The City Clerk outlined the method of the application of the Transient
Trador's liceace fee to the pageant of the business tax payable in this regard.
Fallenfag further discussion, it was ordered on the motion of Bayo~ Miller and
Swayse that these items concerning the duty free shop be tabled until the Joint
meeting scheduled to be held on Tuesday, June 20th. Carried, (Ald. George
Martin, abstained from voting.)
The City Manager's report on the application of A. Sherman for permission
to erect a wooden sign at the south-west corner of Queen Street and River Road,
advertising '~Roman Candle You Can Handle" and also a report on a further
application of A. Sherman for permission to erect a wooden facet sign at 667
River Road, at the south-west corner of Queen Street and River Road, advertising
'~he Fire Works Corner", were presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the reports be received and referred to
the Property Committee for consideration and a report.
The City Manager's report on the application of theGuaranty Trust Co. 422
Queen Street, for a permit to erect a plastic, illuminated racer sign, at an estimated
cost of $1,800. was presented. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze
that the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of Your Host Motel, 1551
Murray Street, for a permit to erect a neon sign at the corner of Stanley and Murray,
advertising '~otel - Vacancy", at an estimated cost of $150.00; and also a further
report on the application of Your Host Motel, 1551 Murray Street for permission to ~
erect a neon roof sign, at an estimated cost of $800.00 advertising "Your Host Motel"
Coffee Shop", were presented for consideration. ORDERED on t he motion of Ald. Swayze
and Ald. Morton that the reports be received and adopted and permits issued accordingly.
The City Manager's report on the application of Robt. Schild, 531 Queen
S~reet, for a permit to erect a sign, at an estimated cost of $28.00 advertising
~tch, Clock and Jewellery Repairs, etc. was presented for consideration. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and
adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of Matt Calzonetti, 807
Victoria Avenue, for a permit to erect a plastic, illuminated sign, at an estimated
c0s~ of $175.00 and to move the existing plastic illuminated sign now located at
~91 Victoria Avenue, to the south-east corner of the property at 807 Victoria Avenue,
~s presented. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the
report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of A. and R. Factley, and
A, Blair, for a permit to erect an overhanging sign at the Sightseeing Cab Stand at
1~2-1354 Ferry Street, advertising "Niagara Falls Inquiry Office, Drive-in", was
Presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald. Swayze
that the report be received and referred to the Property Committee for a report.
The City Manager's report concerning the sketch submitted by Mr. A.
rellegrino, 1~17 Lewis Avenue, for the erection of a building in front of the residence
at that address, to be used as Frank's Pzza Uouse, was presented for consideration.
~ED ~n the motion of AId. Swayzeald Ald. Morton that the report be received and
adopted and application referred to the Property Committee for a report.
A communication received from the Stamford Public Utilities Commission,
requesting a rebate on the amount paid for water, in excess of one billion gallons,
~lch wa spurchased from the City over the period of April let, 1960 to April let.
1961, was presented for consideration along with a report of the City Manager on
the existing agreement regarding the sale of water to Stamford Township, The City
Manager recommended that a rebate in the amount of $1,826.?0 be forwarded to the
T0~ship. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Faho Martin and AId. Swayze that the communi-
cation be received and filed, the City Manager's report be received and adopted and
rebate be paid.
At the request of the City Clerk, it was ordered on the motion of AId.
McKinley and AId. Swayze that an additional item be dealt with at this time.
The City Clerk advised concerning a request received from haunt Carme1
C°llege in connection with a contribution towards the 86th. Annual Pilgrimage
scheduled to be held. later. this. month, and it. was ordered. on the motion. of Ald..Geo..
~r~in and Ald. Swayze that His Worship the Mayor and the Chairman of Finance be
~anted power ~o act, in connection with this request.
The Committee of Finance arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald.
McKinley and Ald. Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 26th. June, 1961.
Clerk
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
19th. June, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings, for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Comittee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship,
Mayor Miller, presided.
BY-LAW
The following By-law was passed;
No. 6039 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. Swayze that AId.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law .and the by-law be gives
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Swayzemd Ald. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of AId. McCallum and Ald. Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 26th. June, 1961.
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
19th. June, 1961.
The Connittee of Council assembled in Conference, following the regular
Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, June 19th, 1961, for the purpose of
considering items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were present.
His Worship Mayor Miller presided.
After consideration of the various items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of
Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 26th. June, 1961.
Clerk
Chairman.
Clerk
:1,86
THIRTY-SECOND MEETING
SPECIAL }~ETING
Council Chamber,
20th. June , 1961.
A special meeting of the City Council was held in the Council Chamber
on June 20th, 1961, at 7.30 p.m. for the purpose of receiving a report of the
Special Committee set up to deal with the matter of tour and sight seeing solicitation
in the vicinity of Falls Avenue and Clifton Hill. Present were: His Worship the
Mayor and all Members of Council, with the exception of Ald. White; Mr. W. J.
McBurney, City Solicitor, Judge Harold E. Fuller of the Niagara Falls Police
Commission, and Mr. Edd Masters representing the Tourist Committee of the Chamber
of Commerce.
The following Report was presented;
No. 223 - Alderman Ian A. McCalltun - suggesting possible procedure to correct the
condition complained of, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze
that the report be received and tabled for discussion at the next meeting of Council
and that a copy of the report be made available to the press at once. Carried, with
Alderman McCallum-contrary. Prior to this action, a motion was made by Ald. Mc-
Callum that Item 3A of the report be adopted, but he received no seconder.
At this point Judge Fuller left the meeting.
Previous to the above action and following the reading of the report,
Ald. McCallum made additional comments and elaborated on the suggestions contained
in the report and was supported in his comments by Mr. Masters, who quoted an
instance of recent overcharging and that the tour operators were not in agreement
themselves. Judge Fuller, when queried by His Worship theMayor, indicated that he
also was in full agreement with the report.
DUTY FREE SHOP
Laid over from a previous meeting of Council;
No. 246 - Downtown Businessmen's Association - opposing granting of a licerice
application of J. Mahlstearfor a Transient ~rader's licence for Duty Free Shop in
the Park Hotel.
City Manager's report as to application for a sign by the Park Hotel to advertise
a Duty Free Shop on their premises.
In connection with the above, His Worship the Nayor queried Mr.
McBurney as to Council's powers with reference to the Transient Trader~s licenee
in this instance and was advised that Council has authority to refuse a licenee
and that this action would not be open to question in any Court. It was then moved
by Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that Mr. John Burnerr be permitted to address
Council.
Mr. Burnerr then proceeded to advise that the Shop is now being
operated under Park Motel management until three months have expired, when Nr.
Mahlstedt would be in a position to carry on the operation without a licence and
indicated that, in his opinion, there were two alternatives for Council; first,
to grant the licence, or, secondly, to continue to oppose.
Following further discussion, it was ordered on the motion of Ald.Faho
Martin and Ald, McCallum that the application for permission to erect a sign, made
by the Park Hotel, be granted. Carried, with Ald. Geo. Martin abstaining.
It was then ordered on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. Norton
that the application by Mr. Mahlstedt for a Transient Trader's licence be not granted.
Carried, with AId. McCallum being opposed and Ald. Oeo. Martin, abstaining.
Prior to this motion, AId. McCallum moved that the Transient Trader's
llcence be granted, but received no seconder.
It was then ordered on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. HcKinley that
the communication from the Downtown Businessmen's Association be received and filed.
Carried Unanimously.
At this time, Reeve Mitchelson of the Township of Stamford, being also
a Member of the Township Police Commission, appeared, accompanied by Councillors
Scott and Corfield and on request of the Reeve, were given permission to discuss
with the Members of Council and the representative of the Chamber of Conunerce,
the communication recently received by the Township of Stamford complaining of the
activities of tour operators adjacent to the intersection of Buchanan Avenue and
Murray Street on the City of Niagara Falls side of the boundary.
Reeve Mitchelson detailed what has happened to date concerning the steering
of tourists and deplored the existence of such a condition, indicating that, in his
opinion, if any action can be taken it should be taken, to improve this situation.
Councillor Cotfield gave the Members further details of the complaint
0fMrs. Nagy and Councillor Scott also added more details as obtained by him.
Ald. Morton indicated that there was another side of the story as recited
by Mr. Gordon Lake, the operator of this depot. It was then ordered on the motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that Mr. W. J, Mars, Solicitor for Mr. Lake be
allowed to speak.
Mac. Mars explained that he was acting for Mr, Lake, and he stated that
he was directed to categorically deny the statements as made, concerning Mr. Lake's
activities.
Following further discussion on the subject, Reeve Mitchelson summarized
the complaint and the reasons for referral to the Council and thanked His Worship
the Mayor and Members of the Council for their attentive hearing.
SEE Communication 255.
The following action was taken;
Communication No. 255 ~ Townshi__ip_o__f_Stamford _ resolution to arrange joint meeting of
the special committees to consider complaints regarding licehsed sightseeing drivers
soliciting tourists for certain motels from a stand located near the Township
boundary. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that the communication
from the Township of Stamford and verbal reports as submitted here this evening, be
tabled and referred to thenext meeting of Council when other matters concerning tour
and sightseeing solicitation are to be discussed. Carried Unanimously.
There being no further business, it was ordered on the motion of AId. Faho Martin
And Ald. Geo. Martin that the meeting adjourn.
~ADA~ ADOPTED, 26th. June, 1961.
Mayor.
THIRTY-THIRD NEgTING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
26th. June, 1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, June 261h.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. Ali Members of
Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous regular and special meetings, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Morton and
Ald. F. Martin.
COt~4UNICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No. 254 - Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board - re allocation of costs,
Transportation Survey, ORDERED on the motion of AId, G, Martin and AId, Morton that
the communication be received and tabled for further study,
No. 255 - Township of Stamford - re solicitation of tourists. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and filed and no
action taken.
SEE Report No. 223,
The following Communications were presented;
No. 256 - Township of Stamford - re safety measures for Niagara River.
No. 257 - Township of Willoughby - re safety measures for Niagara River. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum that con~unications sos. 256 and 257
be considered together. In this connection~ the City Clerk also advised that a cop7
of a Resolution requesting the United States Government to investigate the dangers
in the River and to take necessary steps had been received from the Clerk of Niagara
Falls, New York. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the
communications be received and tabled and His Worship the Mayor arrange for a meeting
to discuss this matter, Mayor Miller requested permission to invite the Commodore of
the Chippaws Boat Club and also the operator of the Helicopter to attend this meeting
and it was ordered on the motion of Ald, Morton. and AId, F. Martin that this permiss-
ion be granted.
No, 258 - Township of Stamford - advising that resolution has now been passed
opposing increase in Bell Telephone rates, ORDERED on the motSon of Ald, Morton and
Ald, F. Martin that the conmmunication be received and filed,
No. 259 - Niagara Falls Suburban Roads Commission - advising of 1961 construction
programme. ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the comsuni-
caries be received and filed,
No. 260 - Greater Niagara United Appeal - requesting curtailment of money-raising
schemes in October. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald..McKinley that
the communication be received and filed and the Greater Niagara United Appeal be
advised that their request was approved by Council in principle.
No. 261 - Greater. Niagara Transit Com~ission * requesting Council.as. approval to
borrow monies. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. Swayze that the
co,,m,untcation be received and filed and the necessary consent be granted for borrow-
ing power.
SEE Resolution
No. 262 - Ontario Oddfellows & Rebekahs Humanitarian Service Programme - requesting
permission to hold tag day. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. Swayse
that the communication be received and filed and permission granted.
No. 263 - Greater Niagara Victorian Order of Nurses - requesting approval of
increase in fees. ORDERBD on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the
con~unication be received and referred to the City Manager for a report.
No. 264 - Martin, Calvert, Bates and Sheppard - requesting closing Of lane for
Separate School Board. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze
that the communication be received and referred to the Property Committee for a
report.
REPORTS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No, 223 - Alderman Inn A. NcCallum - re tourist solicitation, ORDERED on the
motion of Ald, McKinley and Ald. F, Martin that the report be received and the
matter of tourist solicitation be tabled for further study, Carried, -Ald, G.
}~rtin and Ald, McCallum contrary, Prior to this motion, Ald. Morton moved
that Suggestion No, 4 be adopted, providing that the operators would be allowed
to return to Falls Avenue from the end of September to the beginning of June
each year and that strict enforcement be carried out regarding solicitation. There
was no seconder to this motion. Ald, McCallum moved that Suggestion No, 3 be
adopted which would rescind the by-law establishing taxi stands on Falls Avenue
and Clifton Hill by May 24th, 1962 which would force the operators to obtain a
location from which to operate. There was no seconder to this motion although
Aid. G. Martin stated that he would be in fayour of this action provided the
locations were licensed by the City of Niagara Palls.
SEE Communication No.255.
The following Reports were presented;
No. 224 - Property Committee - recommending that no permit be issued to allow
the operation of gasoline pumps and service station at the Maple Leaf Garage.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received
and adopted.
SEE Petition No.7.
No. 225 - City Clerk - report on Conference - June 19th. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
No. 226 - Parks and Recreation Committee - advising of improvements to Grey Street
Perk. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. ~rtin that the report
be received and adopted.
No. 227 - Parks and Recreation Committee - re request for training school for
junior hockey players. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze
that the ~eport be received and adopted,
MISCELLANEOUS
Ald. McKinley referred to a complaint which had been received regarding
G0ronatiqn'park and on motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin, it was referred
to the Property Committee for consideration,
Ald, McKinley referred to the proposed curtailment of bus service to the
; nbewBridge dvieing that it would Inconveniences great man peopleworking in
area during the summer. Mayor Miller advised that a survey had been made of
that bus route during April and May and the Commission had considered it advisable
to discontinue the run, However, in view of the complaints which had been received,
a further survey was being conducted to see if conditions had changed.
Ald. Swayze referred to complaints he had received regarding conditions
at the Centre and Mayor Miller advised that' the Police were studying the situation
at the present time, but that it might be necessary to amend the present by-law in
order to remedy the situation.
AId. Morton referred to the condition of the City-o~ned lot on Jepson
Street at the end of Flfth Avenue which is being
business on the adjacent lot. The City Manager caused by the owner of the Florist
'advised that th~ weeds had been
cu~ by the City and ~hat the o~ner had been warned, but said he would check the
~ssdition again.
AId. NcCallum referred to signs being erected by motels in Niagara Falls
~dVertisin8 "low rates", etc. and felt there should be some uniformity. His Worship
he Mayor asked Alderman McCallum to draft a resolution to ~his effect to be
Presented to Council.
Ald. G. Martin reported on a meeting of the Higher Education
Con~nittee which he had actended in Peterborough on June 22ud. The Committee
met with the Board of the Trent Valley College which will be ready to open in 1963
after approximately ten years' work. He advised Council that the Committee had
obtained valuable information at this meeting, but had been assured that the
steps taken to date, by the Committee which had been set up three or four years
ago, were in the right direction. He stated that interest was keen in the project
and felt sure that with persistence, at some time in the future, an Institute of
Higher Learning would be established in this area.
[4
PETITION
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No. 7 - John Simon and 22 - requesting that permission be not granted for the
operation of a gasoline station at the Maple Leaf Garage. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Mortgn and AId. Swayze that the petition be received and filed and the
report of the Property Committee be adopted.
SEE Report Number 224.
RESOLUTION
The following Resolution was passed;
No. 85 - G.MARTIN - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that the Council of the Corporation of the
City of Niagara Falls consent to the request of the Greater Niagara Transit
Commission for authority to borrow, by way of temporary loans, a total amount of
$30,Q00.00 in accordance with Section 16 of Private Bill No. 2; and the Seal of
the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
SEE Communication No.261
BY-LAWS
The following By-laws were passe~;
No.' 6040 - To amend By-law Number 4265, being a by-law to amend By-law Number 4134,
being a By-law to provide for the installation and regulation of parking
meters in the City of Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Hotton that Ald. Swayze
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the lsL
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that RUle 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Cbuncil be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. * Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. F. Martin and AId. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6041 - To amend By-law Number 3790, being a by-law for the regulation of traffic.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. F. Martin that AId.
Swayze be granted the privilege o£ introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. Morton and AId. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald,
Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 3rd. July, 1961.
.......... ............
Mayor.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
26th. June, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on June 26th. 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present. Ald.McCallum,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Committee. Sundry Accounts in the amount of $39,008.13 were approved by the
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin.
The Property Committee~s report on the application of Joseph Mann to
operate a sight seeing cab and to erect a wooden sign at 1756 Ferry Street, was
presented for consideration. eRDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. F.
Martin that the report be received and adopted.
· The Property Committeets report on the application of Mr. A. Sherman
to erec~ two signs at 667 River Road was presented for consideration. ORDERED
0n the motion of Ald. F. Martin and AId. Morton that the report be received and
ad~pted and permits issued. Carried with Ald.G.Martin-contrary.
The Property Committeets report on the application of A. & R. Factley
and A. Blair for permissionto erect an overhanging sign at 1342-54 Ferry Street,
was Presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
Swayze that the report be received and adopted and permit issued. Carried, with
Ald. G. Martin and McCallum-contrary. In this connection, Mr. Blair was permitted
to address the Council on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayae. Mr. Blair
stated that he and his partners were Crying to operate a small business, but needed
the co-operation of Council in order to do so.
Following discussion on the situation throughout the City, it was ordered
on the motion of Mayor Miller and Ald. Swayze that the Property Con~nittee review
all the signs in the City and submit a report to Council.
The Property Committee~s report on the application of Mr. A. Pellegrino
for a permit to erect an addition in front of the residence of 1717 Lewis AVenue,
was Presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of .
Morton .that the report be received and adopted and permit i~i~ ~wayze and AId.
ed
192
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. David Webster
to erect a neon sign at 2179 Lundy's Lane at an estimated cost of $600,00 was
presented for consideration. CRDERED on the motion of Ald, F. Martin and Ald.
Morton that the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager~s report on the application of Nabisco Foods Ltd.
to erect two neon facet signs at an estimated cost of $7,900.00 was presented
for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald, F. Martin that
the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Sheraton
Corporation to erect a plastic, illuminated sign at the Foxhead Snack Bar, at an
estimated cost of $180.00 was presented for consideration, ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Swayze and Ald, Morton that the report be received and adopted and permit
issued, Carried, with AId. G. Martin-contrary.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mrs. Edna McMaster
for a permit to erect a wooden sign at 227 River Road, was presented for con-
sideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Swayze and Ald, O. Martin that the
report be received and referred to the Property Committee for a report,
The City Manager's report on the application of Maher Shoes Limited
for a permit to make alterations to the store at 529 Queen Street, at an estimated
cost of $4,500.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted, and permit issued.
The City Manager's report on insurance coverage for pressure units
owned and operated by the Corporation was presented for consideration, ORDERED
on be motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted,
The Committee of Finance arose and reported to Council on the motion of AId, Geo.
Martin and Ald. McKinley.
RE'J) AND ~d}O~ED, 3rd. July, 1961.
Clerk
ORDERED on the motion of AId, McCallum and Ald, Morton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId, Morton and Ald. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned.on the motion of Ald, G. Martin and Ald. Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 3rd. July, 1961,
Clerk
Mayor.
CC~NDIL MEETIN~
· Council Chamber,
26th. June, 1961.
The Cornndttee re-assembled at the close o£ the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passinS the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Connittee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship,
Mayor Miller, presided.
BY-I~W
The followinS By-law was passed;
No, 6042 - To provide monies {or Seneral purposes.
ORDERED on the motion o{ AId. O. Martin and AId. McKinley that AId.
McCallum be 8ranted the privilege o{ introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
THIRTY-FOURTH NEETIN~
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
3rd. July, 1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, July 3rd.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, with the exception of Ald, Faho Martin. The Council, having
received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton.
DEPUTATION
Mr. Albert Santagata was present at the meeting and on the motion of
Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze was permitted to address Council. Mr. Santagate
requested Councll to reconsider their decision of June 19th. to'not grant a Hawker
and Pedlar's Licerice to him to handle ceramic pottery. Following an explanation,
the matter was left with no change in the previous action.
COt~4UNICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No. 263 - Greater Niagara Victorian Order of Nurses - requesting increase in fees.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. Swayze that the communication be
received and filed and the report of the City Manager be adopted,
SEE Report No.
No. 264 - Martin, Calvert, Bates and Sheppard - requesting closing of lane running
from Palmet Avenue to Clark Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
MoKinley that the communication be received and filed and the report of the Property
Committee be adopted.
SEE Report No. 22~
The following Communication was presented;
No. 265 - G.H.Mitchell * re conditions at Irish Dry Beverages, Peer Street.ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Norton that the conmmnication be received
and tabled for one week and that the Gity Solicitor be requested to present a
report to Council on this matter at that time, In this connection, Mr, Mitchell
was present at the meeting and on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald, McKinley,
he was permitted to address Council, Nr, Mitchell reiterated the remarks contained
in his letter and also referred to the traffic conditions on Peer Street. His
Worship the Nayor and the City Manager were requested to check into the matter of
unsanitary conditions and noise in an effort to give some relief.to Mr, Mitchell
iumediately,
REPORTS
The following Reports were presented;
No. 228 * City Manager - re request of Victorian Order of Marses for increase in
fees. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. Swayze that the report be
received and adopted,
No, 229 - Property Co~nittee - re request of Martin, Calvert, Bates and Sheppard
to close lane running from Palmet Avenue to Clark Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Morton and AId. McKinley that the report be received and adopted.
No. 230 - City Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. McKinley and AId. Morton that the report be received and adopted and licences
issued accordingly.
~. 231 - Property Committee - recommending matter of fence on the south side of
Coronation Park be referred to the 1962 Council. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. McKinley that the report be received and adopted. This motion was
lost, the vote being - Aye -Ald. Morton, McCallum; Nays -Ald. G, Martin, Swayze,
McKinley, White. An amendment by Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the report
be received and filed and the matter be referred to the Parks and Recreation Committee
was carried, the vote being - Aye -Ald. Martin, Swayze, White, McKinley; Naye -
Ald. McCallum and Morton.
N0. 232 - Traffic Conuni~tee - recommendation re Victoria and Simcoe and north side
of Bridge Street. ORDERED on the motion of Aldo Norton and Ald. Swayze that the
report be received and adopted.
N0. 233 - Traffic Committee - recommending island on Valley Way be extended north-
easterly. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. White that the report be
received and adopted.
N0, 234 - Traffic Committee - recommending additional sign at Huron and Erie Avenue
and also stop sign at Elizabeth Place. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Aid.
Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 235 - Traffic Committee - recommending by-law be presented prohibiting transferring
of loads from one trailer to another on city streets. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Swayze and Ald. Norton that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 236 - Negotiating Committee - re meeting with Local 528, Niagara Falls Fire Fighters.
~DERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McKinley that the report be received
and filed.
RESOLUTIONS
The following Resolutions were passed;
N0. 86 - MCKINLEY - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that a message of sympathy be forwarded to the
fmily of the late Mr. James Egan, retired employee of the Corporation; and the Seal
of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimousl~
N0. 87 - MCKINLEY - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that a message of sympathy be forwarded to the
family of the late Mrs. Sara Elizabeth NcBurney, highly esteemed resident of the City
0f Niagara Falls for a great number of years; and the Seal of the Corporation be
hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS
· 'AId.McKinley asked His Worship the Mayor whether any decision had been
mde regarding the bus service to the Rainbow Bridge and the Mayor advised that he
e0~ld check on this matter in the morning.
AId. McCallum brought up the subject of the proposed traffic survey,
indicating that in his opinion it was not desirable to table it indefinitely since
s~e form of survey would have to be instituted and remarked that it was his under-
standing that if a survey were not conducted, there was a possibility that subsidies
0nstreet widening and things of that nature might be withheld. Alderman McKinley
questioned this latter statement and the City Manager indicated that it was his
understanding that subsidies would be affected by the failure to carry out some form
0fsurvey. Ald, C. Martin expressed his opposition to the cost of the survey as was
recently quoted and was supported in this regard by His Worship the Ma or and Ald,G.
:: t:lsVqueried as to the T__s ofReference utili.d in the prepaLtion of the
nt s estimate of costs. Following further discussion, it wae agreed that the
~t~er be left in abeyance until the next meeting of Council at which time the City
Engineer was to make available to all members of Council, a copy of the Terms of
Reference as used,
His Worship Mayor Miller reminded the members of Council of the S ecial
Nee agara River
he held T,Wednesday, uly th. et p.m. regarding safety __:ares
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BY-LAW
The followinR By-law was passed;
No. 6043 - To authorize the execution of a contract.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. Morton that AId.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. G. Martin that Rule
36 (2) of the Standlng Rules of Council be temporarily suspendOd and the by-law
be given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. bicKinley and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald.
Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, lOth. July, 1961.
Mayor,
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
3rd. July, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on July 3rd. 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present, with the
exception of Ald, F. Martin. AId. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts in the amount of ~76,480.86 were approved by the
Conmittee,
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. White.
The Property Committee's report on the application of Mrs. Edna
McMaster, 227 River Road, to erect a sign, was presented for consideration. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald, McKinley that the report be received and
adopted,
The Property Coramittee's report on the application 0flit. William
RolJak, to erect a motel on Lots 3 and 4, on the south side of Ferry Street, was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Norton and Ald. McKinleY
that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Downtown Business
men's Association, to erect a sign at the south-west corner of Queen Street and
River Road, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo.
Martin and Mayor Miller that the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The Equipment Committee's report on the quotations for replacement
of tires on the ladder truck at the Main Street Firehall and recommending that
the quotation of Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company be accepted, was presented for
consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the
report be received and adopted.
The Traffic Committee's report recommending the installation of
trystalex Traffic Lines at the intersection of Clifton Hill and Victoria Avenue,
at an estimated cost of $574.76 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
Carried, with Ald. G. Martin-contrary.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Aid. McKinley and Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 10th. July, 1961.
Clerk
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
3rd. July, 1961.
The Conmittee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approved by
the Committee. All Members of Council were present, with the exception of Ald. Faho
~rtin. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
BY-LAW
~_~hefollowing By-law was passed;
N0. 6044 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. Morton that AId. McCallum
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. , Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId, Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
0f the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third'Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS
The City Clerk referred to a communication he had received from the
Ontario Municipal Board requesting information as to whether Council wished to
proceed with the approval of By-laws 6033 and 6034 under Section 30, Sub-section
11 (b) and (c) of the Planning Act, and it was ordered on the motion of Ald.
McKinley and Ald. Swayze that this action be taken.
SEE Resolution ~.
RESOLUTION
The following Resolution was passed;
No. 88 - MCKINLEY - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that with reference to the applications for
approval of Restricted Area By-laws Nos. 6033 and 6034, that the application to
the Ontario Municipal Board be made under Section 30, Subsection ll(b) and (c)
of The Planning Act; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimous,l~,
Council adjourned on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. G. Martin.
READ kND ADOPTED, lOth. July, 1961.
Mayor.
THIRTY-FIFTH MEETING
SPECIALMEETING
Council Chamber,
5th. July, 1961.
A Special Meeting of the City Council was held in the Council Chamber
at 7.30 p.m. on the evening of July 5th, 1961, for the purpose of discussing with
representatives of neighbouring municipalities and interested parties, possible
safety measures in the Upper Niagara River.
Present:
City of NiaBara Falls - His Worship Mayor F. J. Miller and all members of the Council
with the exception of Ald. Faho Martin.
Township of Stamford - Reeve E.E.Mitchelson and Councillors Corfield, Sexsmith, Scott,
and Township Engineer, Mr. Eldt. ,.
Village of Chippawa - Reeve E.T.Weightman, Deputy Reeve H.Clarke, Councillors
Somerville, and Village Clerk, Mr. Callan. ~
Township of Willoughby Councillors H. Rustige and H. Willick.
Also present were Mr. Charles German, Safety Director, Niagara Falls, New York,
J. M. Litchard, Superintendent of Police, and Mr. E. Oswald, Deputy Fire Chief,
Niagara Falls, New York, Mr. Strachan, representing Niagara Helicopters Limited,
and Mr. Donald Steward, Connuodore of the Greater Niagara Boating Club.
His Worship Mayor Miller, in calling the meeting to order, explained its
purpose and outlined a number of suggestions which bad been made to date as to
possible corrective measures and then called upon Mr. German to give those assembled
the benefit of his information as to activities on the American side.
Mr. German stated that it was their intention to erect a line of buoys,
at 110 yard intervals, and signs on the Grand Island Bridge warning the boating
public as to the dangers ahead. Re also stated that on the American side, they
bare presently the authority to proceed with .the installation of the buoys and also
the signs,from the Thru-Way Authority.
Mr. Oswald, Deputy Chief of the Niagara Falls, New York, Fire Department
outlined the proposed set-up of the buoys, indicating that one section would be
from the Chippaws Light to the northerly end of Navy Island, the second section
being from the northerly end of Navy Island to Jill Creek on the American shore.
Re stated that the buoys would be made of large size drums, similar to oil drums,
~th anchors and that they would be lighted on the upper surface by flagher lights
simiLa~ to those utilized on construction work and that the installation would
comprise 33 drums on the Canadian side of the river and 23 drums on the American side.
Reeve Weightman, when queried by His Worship the Mayor, indicated that
he considered the matter serious and suggested that the light at the entrance to the
Welland River could be converted to a flusher and also suggested the possible
installation of retractable screens or guards on the Control Weir structure and
that attempts be nmde to have the Department of Transport establish laws concerning
the river waters to prohibit boating beyond certain points.
Reeve Mitchelson then expressed his concurrence with the ideas advanced
~the Americans present and indicated that he had made contacts with two gentlemen
~o were in construction operations, who were prepared to be of any assistance
Posslble~ and at this time, Mr. Kenneth Sloggett, a rigger for one of the Power
Companies indicated his approval of the suggestions made with some minor changes,
- At this point, the representatives from the Township of Willoughby
arrived.
Mayor Miller expressed the opinion that the waters of the Niagara onthe
Canadian Side of the International Boundary Line were under the Jurisdiction of the
Niagara Parks Cowmission and felt thee erection of a sign at ~he southerly tip of
Nav~ Island could be aCtended to in the near future.
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Mr. Donald Steward, at the request of His Worship the Mayor also
expressed his views that the ideas, as advanced, were sound and also agreed*with
Reeve Weightman that the light at the mouth of the Welland River could be improved,
He suggested some form of sign, as the dangerous portion of the Riverwas being
approached, concerning whether the boater had au anchor, and, if so, did he know
how to use it. Mr. Steward also suggested that action should be taken to attempt
to have the Canada Shipping Act amended so that it would require all boaters to
carry an anchor and then, on request, detailed the equipment which is presently
required.
Ald. George Martin advised that it had come to his attention that
any boat powered by less than a 10 H.P. did not require to have a liceace.at all.
Mr. Strachan then advised that w~th reference to their helicopter,
they were prepared to lend every assistance possible and indicated they were
considering the carrying of a nylou rope with a life ring attached and that they were
also considering other forms of possible rescue equipment, and after having Mr.
Oswald explain the rescue hooks they were contemplating using oaths American side,
agreed that they were of a very good type.
Mr. Gotman then advised as to the importance of a commuuications
channel and indicated that the Niagara Falls Air Port would be the focal point
and that shortly phone numbers would be listed and placed in the hands of all persons
interested and possibly posted at strategic points. In this connection, Mr. Steward
suggested that the phone numbers might be imprinted on cards which could be used by
the Customs authorities and issued at the time when the necessary boat permits are
issued.
Ald. Geo. Martin then suggested that there should be a form of Standing
Couenittee established which could meet periodically to deal with situations such as
the one which had just occurred and any that might occur in the future. Following
discussion of this phase, it was ordered on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald.
Morton that His Worship the Mayor be empowered to consult with representatives of
the nei~hbouring municipalities and interested parties with a view to setting up a
Standing C~mittee to work with a similar Committee from Niagara Falls, New York,
and that this Committee m~ght include representatives from Hydro, Parks Commission
and Helicopter Service.
SEE Resolution 89.
Reeve Weightman suggested that it might be advisable to set up a
Canadian sub-committee to deal with the approach to the Department of Transport
concerning the Canada Shipping Act and Hydro with ~eference to possible screens
on the Control Weir.
RESOLUTION
The following Resolution was nassedl
No. 89 - MCKINLEY - MO~TON - RESOLVED that His Worship the Mayor be empowered to
consult with representatives of the neighbouring municipalities and interested
parties with a view to setting up a Standing Committee to work with a similar
Committee from Niagara Falls~ New Yorks and that this Committee might include
representatives from Hydro, Parks Courtlesion and Helicopter Service; and the Seal
of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimou~£
There being no further business, His Worship the Mayor thanked those
present for attending and on the motion of Aid. 6. Martin and AId. McCallum, CouncB
adjourned.
READ AND ADOFEED, 10th. July, 1961.
Clerk * Mayor.
2C:.!
THIRTY-SIXTH MEETING
Council Chamber,
lOth. July, 1961.
REGULAR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, July 10th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, with the exception of Ald. Faho biartin. The Council, having
received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, regular and special, adopted
these on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. McCallum.
TEI~)ERS
Tenders had been called for an automobile to replace Car No, 1 in the
Health Department; a truck and chassis and cab to replace Truck No. 19 in the Parks
Department and Truck No. 24 in the Electrical Department; and a 3/4 ton pick-up truck
t0 replace Truck No. 14 in the Garage Department. Tenders were also called for the
mounting of a meter service body and an aerial ladder.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. McCallum that the tende}s
received# be opened, initialled by His Worship the Mayor and tabulated. FURTHER
~DERED on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and AId. Morton that the tenders be
referred to the Equipment Committee and the City Manager for submission of recommen-
dations to Council.
COPR4UNICATION~
hid over from the previous meeting;
N0. 254 - Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planqing Board - allocation of costs,
Transportation Survey. Ald. Geo. Martin queried whether revised allocation of costs
as contained ~n the report of H. G. Acres under date of July 7th. as distributed by
City Engineer, would destroy the original idea of the survey. His Worship Mayor
~ller maintained that terms of reference were to be made available to Council and
stated that was no suggestion at the last council meeting that a revised price would
be brought in. The City Manager stated that it was a question as to whether such a
saving is justified in view of the incompleteness of some of the data. It was then
ordered on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Geo. Martinthat Mr. Conroy Dowson,
Planning Director, be heard. Mr. Dowson in answer to queries, outlined the bases
of the revised report which would result in reduction of costs and it was ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and AId. Morton that the communication be hid over
until the joint meeting later this evening.
SEE Next Regular Council Meeting
N0. 26~ - G. H. Mitchell - re conditions at Irish Dry Beverages, Peer Street. In
answer to queries~ Mr. Mitchell advised at this time, that there was no improvement
in the last week with reference to the use of profanity, noise, parking conditions,
etc. and His Worship Mayor Nillet advised that he would get in touch with the Chief
0[ Police again. Following further discussion it was ordered on the motion of Ald.
~rton and Aid. Swayze that the communication be again tabled and the City Solicitor
he requested to ascertain whether it would be possible to force Irish Dry Beverages
to close the door on that side of the building.
SEE Report Number 237.
Th,__e following Conmmnications were presented;
N~. 266 - DowntoWn Businessmen - appreciation for interest shown on their behalf
Duty Free Store at Park Hotel. ORDERED on the motion of ~ld. McCallum
Morton that the communication be received and filed.
~0. 26~ - Do~nto~ra Businessman - recommendations re Palmet Avenue, Queen street at
Road and Market Square. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, 6eo. Martin and Ald.
that the communication be received and referred to the CityManager when
submission of ~inter Works ProSram is made.
~0. 268 - Ontario S.P.C.A. - req. proclamation for "Be Kind To Animals Week", Oct.
to Oct,9=h, ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. Geo. Martin that the
comunication be received and filed and proclamation issued as requested.
No. 269 - Town of Burlington - resolution requesting C.M.HC. to amend regulations
regarding number of working hours, to obtain maximum value for money expended on
sewerage projects. The City Manager reported verbally, reeDsunending resolution he
not endorsed. ORDERED on the m orion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. Morton that the
resolution be received and filed and the City Manager's verbal report be adopted.
No. 270 - McBurney, McBurney and Durdan - requesting by-law to permit encroachment
of 555-557 Erie Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, White and Ald. Geo. Martin
that the communication be received and filed and the necessary by-law be prepared.
No. 271 - W. J. Mars - on behalf of Jos. Rocco, 1370 Ferry Street, applying for
permission toerect sign advertising free parking facilities for patrons of 1365
Ferry Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the
communication be received and referred to the Property Committee for a report.
REPORTS
The following Reports were presented;
No. 237 - Ci~ Solicitor - re Mitchell' and Irish Dry Beverages. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and tabled
pending submission of a further report as to the legality of Council's order to have
door in question' closed. SEE Communication 26!.
No. 238 - Parks and Recreation Committee - recommending repairs to existing fence
on south aide of Coronation Park and matter of new fence be referred to 1962 Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. McCallum that the report be received
and adopted.
No. 239 - City Manager - meeting with Division Engineer of Highways Department on
July 5th. and possible assumption of control of roads in vicinity of Clifton Hill
and Bender Hill by City of Niagara Falls. ORDERED on the motion of Ald,G. Martin
and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and filed.
Ne. 240 - City Clerk - recommending issuance of liceaces. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald, Swayze that the report be received and adopted and licenses
issued accordingly.
RESOLUTION
The following Resolution was passed;
No. 90 - SWA~ZE - MCKINLEY - RESOLVED that ~ message of sympathy on behalf of His
Worship the Mayor and Members of Council, be forwarded to the family of the late
Mr. Norman J. Byerag Deputy Chief of Police of the City of Niagara Falls, a faithful
employee and a highly esteemed resident of this community for a number of years;
and the S~al of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried UnanimouslJ'?
At this time, His Worship Mayor Miller, appointed Alderman A.J.McKinleY
to the Special Committee set up to study safety measures for the Upper Niagara River.
His Worship the Mayor also advised concerning correspondence underwaY
with the Deputy Minister of Transportatfon in Ottawa on the subject of the Upper
Niagara River and also of his contacts with W. Ross Strike, Chairman of the H.E.P.C.
in an effort to secure the model of the Niagara River, which could be of assistance
to the Special Conduittee in their studies. Mayor Miller advised Council that he
would keep them informed as to developments.
Ald, McCallum referred to complaints about the condition of sidewalks
on Stamford gt~eat, west of Fourth Avenues and requested the City Manager to have an
inspection made to ascertain whether immediate repairs are necessary,
Ald. Morton, Council~s representative on the Children~s Aid Society
reported verbally on his agtendance at a special meeting 6n July 6th, regarding a
Welfare Unit proposed in Welland County, which would include social services,
children~s aid, foster parents, etc. The Aldernmn advised that the Welland County
Society are willing to co-operate, but the idea of joining entirely with this Unit
proposed, is receivtn8 careful consideration before ahy decision 'i~ made.
Ald. McKinley suggested ~hat ~he Cit~Manager should be requested to
keep up to da~e on this subject and to advise Council as ~o his opinion.
BY-LAWS
The followinR By-laws were passed;
No. 6~45 - To amend By-law Number 3790, being a by-law for the regulation of traffic.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and Ald. White that Aid. Swayze be
granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading, - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Swayze and AId. McCallum that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. McKinley and Ald. White - Carried Unanimously.
N0. 6046 - To amend By-law Number 3791, being a by-law designating through highways.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. McCallum that Ald. Swayze
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId, Swayze and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2) of~
the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. Morton and AId. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
~he following By-law was presentedk
No. 6047 - To close and sell the lane running from McGlashan Crescent ( Clark Ave.)
to Palmet Avenue, according to Plan No. 747, registered for the Town of
Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. White and Ald. Morton that Ald. McKinley
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
881)ERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId. Swayze that Rule 36 (2) of
the gtandlng Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
It was ordered on the motion of Ald. McKinley that the City Manager check
on the possible interference of a garage on or adjoining the lane and submit a report
t0 Council as to' what, if any, affect it would have,on this transaction; the report
to be submitted before publica~ion of the by-law in the local .press is proceeded with.
Ibis motion was seconded by Ald. Morton.
Counci{ adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald.
· Swayze.
R~AD Alfl)ADOPTED, 17th. July, 1961,
Mayor.
FINANGE MEETING
Council Chamber,
lOth. July,1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on July lOth, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts. which had been properly certified
and placed before them, All Members of the Committee were present, with the
exception of Ald. Faho Martin. Ald. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts in the amount of $40,698.16 were approved by the
Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion
of Ald. Morton and Mayor Miller.
A report of the City Solicitor was presented for consideration in
connection with the revised plans submitted by W. Holjak for the Construction of a
motel on Lots 3 and 4, south side of Ferry between Clark and Buchanan. ORDERED
on the motion of Mayor Miller and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and
referred back to the Property Committee for consideration and a report.
The CityManager's report on the application of the Ritz Motel, 1657
Victoria Avenue, for a permit to erect a sign at the above address, at an estimated
cost of $35. was presented. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald, Swayze
that the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of Maher Shoes Ltd. for
a permit to erect a plastic, illuminated sign at 529 Queen Street, at an estimated
cost of $YO0. was presented. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze
that the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of Murray Ruts, 1543 Ferry
~treet, for a permit to erect a metal sign, at an estimated cost of $250. which
will advertise his business known as "The Indian Village" located in the Township
of Stamford, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald0Swayze
and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and the application be
referred to the Property Committee for a report. ,
The City Manager's report on the application. of N.C. Cuviello, 725
First AVenue, for permission to construct a carport on the south side of his
dwelling, was presented. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId. Morton that
the report be received and referred to the Property Con~nittee for consideration and
a report.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mrs. Theresa Perry,
lY68 Buchanan Avenue, for a permit to construct a new dwelling on Lot 882, east
side of Buchanan Avenue, between Lincoln and Spring Streets, at an estimated cost
of $10,000. was presented. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. SwayZe and Mayor Miller
that the report be received and adopted and permis issued. Carried, with AId.Morton,
contrary·
The City Manager's report on the application of Mrs. Rose Philip,
686 Morrison Street, for a permit to erect a one-storey addition to the rear of her
dwelling, at an estimated cost of $1,000. was presented for consideration. ORDERED
on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. gwayze that the report be received and
adopted and the application be.referred to the PropeTty .Committee .with .power to act
and power to set the estimated value o£ the proposed addition.
r
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
AId. Geo. Martin.
READ AND ADOFEED, lYth. July, 1961.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
lOth. July, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-lawwhich covered the accounts approved
by the Committee. All Members of Council were present, with the exception of Ald.
FahoMartin. His Worship Mayor Miller presided.
BY-lAW
The followinR By-law was passed;
~ 6048 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. Swayze that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId, Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of th~ Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Swayze and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned'on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. McKinley.
R~DAND ADOPTED' 17th. July, 1961.
· ..............
Mayor.
ADJOURNED MEETING
Council Chamber,
lOth.July,l~61.
Council re-assembled in joint session with the Councils of the Township
of Stamford and the Village of Chippawn at 8.45 p.m. on Monday, July 10th, 1961,
for the purpose of considering the proposed Transportation Survey of the Greater
Niagara Area.
Present; ~ Niagara Falls - His Worship Mayor Miller and all Members of
the Council, with the exception of Alderman Faho M~rtin.
Stamford - Reeve S.E.Mitchelso_p_nand all Members of his Council.
Chippawn - Reeve E. Weightman, Deputy Reeve Clarke and Councillor J.
Charlebois.
His Worship Mayor Miller in calling the meeting to order explained its
purpose and asked Reeve Mitchelson for his comments, indicating that he had not
been aware of any request for an additional meeting of the Technical Co-ordinating
Committee in regard to this topic.
Reeve Mitchelson explained the reason why this joint meeting had been
called on such short notice and the need to finalire the matter.
At 8.50 p.m. His Worship the Mayor left the meeting, and requested
Alderman George Martin to take the Chair.
The Actlag Mayor then requested comments from various representatives
present and Reeve Weightman outlined the stand with reference to his Council, to the
effect that they were prepared to expend what has presently bean budgetted, but
were not in fayour of any additional expenditure in the year 1962.
Mr. Conroy Bowson on being queried, briefly explained the alternate
proposal which was contained in the further report from H. G. Acres and Company
and indicated that this alternate proposal was designed to assist the several
Councils in their decision as to whether they should proceed, The main changes
were indicated as being in the method of collecting data.
Mr. S. R. Price, City Engineer, stated that Mr. Dowson had quite
thoroughly covered the matter but that he was of the opinion that the time elemen~
was important with which statement Mr. C. Eidt, Township Engineer, agreed.
The CityManager, Mr. Orr, on being queried, stated that he was of the
definite opinion that the only satisfactory ~urvey would be that involving the
higher price, namely $78,000. gross and that any change'in method would probably
result in a poorer product and that he had no hesitancy in recommending the appro~]
of the original report.
Councillor MacBain stated that he must of necessity be influenced by
the opinions of experts, referring particularly to the CityManager and to the
municipal and township engineers as well as Mr. Dowson, the Planning Consultant.
Aldernmn McCallmmwas of the opinion that the screen line method of
obtaining the data should be adopted since it was necessary even although he was
not too happy about the price.
Following some further brief discussion, it was moved by Alderman
Morton and Councillor NacBain that the enlarged project at a gross cost of $78,000,
be approved. This motion was not put.
Alderman George Martin requested advice from the heads of the other ~w0
municipalities as to whether they would consider voting on the aforesaid motion
as a Joint vote or whether each one would like to poll his respective council and
obtain their views, indicating ~ha~.!f the vote WaS pug as a JgSnt one it would
have the tendency to conm~it the Village of Chippawa,.who are already on record as
being somewhat opposed.
The Acting Mayor then suggested a 5-minute recess so 'that each
Council could consider the matter with a view to making a decision.
The Councils then adjourned.
On reconvening the joint session, Aid. George Martin the Acting Mayor,
advised that all members of his Council who were present were unanimously in accord
with the enlarged project, at a gross cost of $78.000. and Reeve Mltchelson advised
that all members of his Council were in accord with the enlarged project, Reeve
Weightman advised that of the Members of his Council present, all were in favour
of the reduced project at a gross cost of $54,000. but not in favour of the
enlarged project at a figure of $78.000.
Since a situation had now been created, the Enacting Mayor called for
motion to adjourn.
It was then ordered on the motion of Alderman Morton and Councillor Allan
that the meeting adjourn.
READ A~ ADOFEED, 17th. July, 1961.
Mayor.
TMIRTY-SEVENTH MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
17th.July,1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m, on Monday, July 17th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present~ with the exception of Ald. Faho Martin. The Council, having
received and read the minutes of the previous regular meeting, adopted these on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze.
DEPUTATION
Mr. A. Prest was present at the meeting and on the motion of Ald.Swayze
and Ald. Morton it was ordered that the spokesman for sight seeing cab drivers, be
heard.
Mr. Prest outlined the difficulty of the cab drivers to find sufficien:
parking space and requested Council consider the possibility of increasing the
number of parking spaces for the use of sightseeing cabs. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the request be referred to the Traffic
Conduittee for study and submission of a report to Council.
COMMUNICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meetinR;
No. 265 - G. W. Mitchell - re conditions at Irish Dry Beverages, Peer Street.
ORDERED on~he motion of AId. McCallum and AId. Swayze that the communication be
received and filed,
SEE Reports 237 & 29,1.
No. 271 - Wm. J. Mar~ - on behalf of Jog. Rocco, 1370 Ferry Street, applying for
permission to erect a sign advertising free parking facilities for patrons of 1365
Ferry Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the com-
munication be received and filed and permission be granted, subject to the provision
that all other advertising be removed from the pFemises at 1370 Ferry Street.
SEE Report No,24~2~,
The following Cormnunications were presented;
No. 272 - M. Fucci - drainage problem, due to motel construction on Ferry Street.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. Swayze that the communication be
received and referred to the City Manager and Property Commit. tee for submission of
a report to Council.
No. 273 - Niagara Falls Separate School Board - expressing appreciation for Council'~
co-operation in connection with transactions for property on Palmet Avenue, etc.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Morton and Ald. Swayze that the communication be
received and filed,
No. 274 - County of Halto~ - resolution requesting certain amendments to The
Assessment Act. Following verbal report by the City Clerk that the City Manager,
Assessor and himself, had studied the resolution and recommended endorsement of the
same, it was ordered on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. Swayze that the
resolution be received and endorsed.
No. 275 - Mrs. J. Fisher - complaining about hazardous traffic conditions on
Stamford Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. O. Martin and AId. Morton that the
communication be received and referred to the Traffic Committee for a report.
In connection with Communication No, 273, the City Manager referred to
By-law 6047 which received two readings at the previous Council Meeting, end which
Was at that time also referred to the Property ConmiCros to check on possible
interference of a garage on or adjoining the lane. The City Manager outlined his
contacts with the Separate School Board regarding the closing of the entire lane
and its affect on adjoining properties and had been advised by the Board that it
was their intention to request the closing of the easterly portion of the lane
only. The City Clerk advised that alterations will be made on the third reading
of the By-law, which will come before Council following publication of the by-law
in the local press. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that
the verbal report of the City Manager be received and adopted, with the under-
standing that the third reading of By-law 6047 will provide for the closing of
the easterly portion of the lane only.
REPORTS
~id over from the previous meeting;
No. 237 - City Solicitor - Mitchell and Irish Dry Beverages;
SEE Repplt Number 241.
The following Reports were presented;
N0. 241 - City Solicitor - re Irish Dry Beverages and Mitchell. ORDERED on the
notion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that the reports be received and filed.
SEE Communication No.265.
~. 242 - Property Committee - recommending permission for erection of sign at 1365
Ferry Street be granted. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that
the report be received and adopted as amended, "that permission for the erection of
a sign be granted, subject to the provision that all other advertising be removed
from the premises at 1370 Ferry Street".
SEE Communication No.271.
No. 243 - Traffic Committee - recommending that Lombard Street be made a stop
street on both sides of Lincoln Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 244 - Traffic Committee - recommending no action be taken on request that a
spsce be reserved on the side of the street opposite the complainant's dwelling
to facilitate the backing out of her vehicle, on to Ferry Street. ORDERED on the
notion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. White that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 245 - Traffic Committee - opinion in connection with location of the sign at the
~blaw Store onMain Stree6. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. Swayze
that the report be received and adopted.
No. 246 - Traffic Committee - offer of Cyanamid of Canada to provide lot on Fourth
for parking purposes; and also to improve small block of land as a playground.
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and
adopted.
N0. 247 - Traffic Committee - recommending prohibition of parking on west side of
Fourth Avenue from the N.S. and T. tracks to Bridge Street, ORDERED on the motion
of AId. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 248 - Traffic Committee - recommending no change in parking prohibition on west
side of Fourth Avenue from Bridge Street to McRae Street. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Morton and Ald, McCallum that the report be received and adopted.
No, 249 - Traffic Committee - recommending some additional parking meters be installed
0n Valley Way where Sidoff Cleaners have remodelled the building; the number to be
when the lay-out is made ou the ground and approved by the Committee.
on the motion of AId, McKinley and Ald, Morton that the report be received
~d adopted,
~. 250 - City Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
ld~ Swayze and Ald..G, Martin .that the report.be resolved and.adopted and.licenses
accordingly.
The follo~ition~as~___~nted;
No. 8 - C.J. Herbert__.~and 16 other Clifton_ Hill Area Business Men - objecting to
sign and~or information booth on front lawn, Fallsway Notel, Clifton Hill, which
will advertise Duty Free Shopping Centre at the "Seagram's Tower". ORDERED on
the motion of Ald, G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the petition be received and
filed and the City Manager's verbal report to the effect that the sign and other
material be removed, be adopted. Carried Unanimously.
BY-LAWS
~-law was r_p~nted;
No. 6049 - To authorize the construction of sidewalks on Hamilton Street, Erie
Avenue and Main Street as local improvements under the provisions of The
Local Improvement Act.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that Ald. Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be glven the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
The following By-laws were passed;
~- To provide for the payment by the Corporation of a larger share of the
cost of a certain named work undertaken on a certain named street.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayse that Ald. Mc-
Callum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
-the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McGallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6051 - To allow an encroachment upon Erie Avenue.
OKDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId. McCallum that AId.
George Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be
given the first reading. - Carried Dnanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald. McCa!lum that Rule
36 (2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. McCallum and AId. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion.of AId. McKinley and Swayze,
READ AI~) ADOPTED, 24th. July, 1961.
Mayor.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
lYth. July, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on July 17th, 1961, for the purpose of
approvtng and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Conunittee were present, with the exception
of Ald. Faho Martin. Ald McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts in the amount of $77,145.76 were approved by the Committee,
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were ordered
placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion of Ald. Mc-
Kinley and Ald. G. Martin.
A further report of the Property Committee was presented, with reference
t0 the application of W. Holjak, to construct a motel on Lots 3 and 4, south side of
Ferry Street between Clarke and Buchanan and also their consideration upon the report
0f the Clty Solicitor under date of July 1Oth. which had been laid over from the
previous meeting. The Committee reported at this time that they were not prepared
t0 recommend that Fir. Holjak be given permission to erect a motel on Lots 3 and 4 ,
at the present time. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinley that
the report be received and adopted.
Previous to this action, the City Manager stated that he was of the opinion
that it should not be up to Council to make a decision as to the ownership of the
property in question, but rather that it was a matter for the Courts to decide. The
two Members of the Property Committee present at the meeting also concurred in the
report.
The Property Cpuxnittee's report on the application of Murray Ruts, 1543
Ferry Street, for permission to erect a metal sign on the roof of his premises at
1543 Ferry St. advertising "The Indian Village" - Portage Road, was presented for
consideration. The Committee were of the opinion that the regulations regarding signs
advertising tourist accommodation and attractions should be adhered to. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinley that the report be received and adopted
and the application be not approved; and that a number of small signs advertising
the Indian Village and placed at sites used for sight seeing cabs, be also removed
i~adiately.
The Property Committee's report on the application of N. C. Cuviello,725
First Avenue, to construct a carport on the south side of his dwelling, was presented.
Fhe Committee recommended that a permit be not issued, due to the fact that the supports
for the roof of the carport would have to be placed within six inches of the property
line. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, McKinley and Aid. Morton that the report be
received and adopted and permit be not issued.
The Property Committee's report on the application of Mrs. Rose Philip,
~86Morrison Street, for a permit to erect a one-storey addition at the rear of her
was presented. The Comittee recommended that permission be granted but
the value of the addition be set at $2,200. instead of $1,000. as suggested by
~$. Philip. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. McKinley that the report
received and adopted and permit issued accordingly.
A summary of tenders received for a 4-door sedan. for the Health Department
~sPresented, along with the report of the Equipment Committee, recommending the
~endnr submitted by Carland-Niagara~ at a quotation of a net price of $2~060.00, be
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Geo. Martin and AId. Morton that the Summary
and filed and the recommendation of the Equipment Committee be received
and adopted.
A summary of tenders received for a three-quarter ton pick-up truck, to
Truck Number 14, Municipal ~arage, was presented, along with the report of
Bquipment Committee, recommending the acceptance of the tender submitted by
Motors, at a quotation of a net price of $2,020.00. ORDERED on the motion
~eo. Martin and AId. Morton that the Summary be received and filed and the
of the Equipment Committee be received and adopted.
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THIRTEENTH MEETING
Council Chamber,
12th.Mareh, 1962.
The pleasure of His Worship the Mayor and the Reeve were expressed at
expeditious manner in which these tenders were handled and it was ordered on the
~ti0n of Councillor Sexsmith and Alderman Faho Martin that the meeting adjourn.
SpECIAL MEETING
A Special Meeting of the two Councils was held in the Council Chamber,
City Hall, on Monday, March 12th. commencing at 7 p.m.
present were: City of Niagara Falls - His Worship, Mayor Miller and all
members of the City Council; Township of Stamford - Reeve Mitchelson and all members
of the Township Council.
His Worship, Mayor Miller, welcomed the representatives and explained
that the meeting had been called for the purpose of receiving the reports and recom-
mendations of H. G. Acres and Company, Limited, concerning the equipment tenders
which were opened on Friday afternoon, March 9th, 1962. On request of Mayor Miller,
the City Clerk read the respective reports and recommendations from H. G- Acres and
Company, Limited.
BEPORTS
No. 73 - Re: Stamford-Niagara pollution Control Plant, Number 1 - tenders for ~h,dF
Filtration ~u_q~ment; and recommendation of H. G. Acr~ and Co. Ltd. that the low
tender of Babcock-Wilcox and Goldie-McCulloch Limited of $56,974. less $7,000.
replacement clause, be chosen for inclusion in the general contract.
No. 74 - Stamford-NiaRara pollution_Control Plant Number 1 - ~_nd__e~s fo_r~ ~ea~ing
Boilers and the recommendation of H. G. Acres & Company, Limited, that the tender
Waterloo Manufacturing Co. Ltd. be selected for inclusion in the general contract, a:
the tender price $15,3.39.
No. 75 - HisSara Palls Interceptor Tenders for Raw Sewage Pumps and Motol~ - and the
recommendation of H. G. Acres and Company, Limited, that the tender of Worthington
(Canada) be chosen for inclusion in the general contract, and to include the motor
stand at a price of $1,295.49. The recommendation concerning the choice of G.E. or
Tamper Motors, to be with-held.
No. 76 - Stamford Interceptor Tender for Raw Sewage Pumps and Motors, and the roc~'
mendation'of H. G. Acres and Co. Limited, that the tender of Worthington (Canada)
be chosen for inclusion in the general contract and that the motor-stands offered
by Worthington(Canada) Ltd. be included at a price of $377.28; the recommendation
to G.E. or Tamper Motors, to be with-held.
No. 77 - Stamford-NiaRara pollution Control Plant Number 1, tender for Secondary
DIRester Gasholder Covers, and the recommendation o.f H. O.'Acres and Co. Limited,
that ih view of the price differential of $3,229. between the low and the next
highest bid, it is recommended that Babcock-Wilcox and Goldie-McCulloch, Limited,
be chosen for inclusion in the general contract, as ~he supplier of the Secondary
Digester Gasholder Covers. ~' SEE Resolutio~_N~t4~
~ESOLUTION
The following Resolution was passed;
No. 41 - GEORGE M~RTIN - SCOTT - RESOLVED that the recommendations of R. G. Acres
tin with the ~irms to be chosen for inclusion In
general contract for the s
Control Plant Number I or interceptors~ be adopted; and the Seal of the Corporsti0~
be hereto affixed,
.......... 'Onantmo s
~AD AND ADOPTED, 19th. March, 1962.
Clerk '
Mayor.
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THIRTY-EIGHT HEETIHG
REGULkR HEETING
Council Chamber,
24th.July,1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, July 24th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, with the exception of Aldermen Faho Martin and Ian McCallum,
The Council, having received and read the minutes of the previous me~ting, adopted
these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze.
WELCOME
His Worship, Mayor Mlller, welcomed Mr. Wm. Presti, a member of Council
of Yorkton, Saskatchewan, brother-in-law of Mr. Anthony Fredo, to the meeting.
Ca~4UNICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No. 254 Technical Co-ordinating Committee - allocation of costs,. transportation
survey, Greater Niagara Area. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald.
Swayze that the connnunication be received and filed.
SEE Conanunication 276.
No. 275 - M~s. John Fisher - complaining about hazardous traffic conditions on
Stamford S~reet. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the
communicationbe received .and £iled .and recommendation.of the Traffic Committee be
adopted. SEE Report Number 251.
The following Communications were presented;
No. 276 - Technical Co-ordinating Committee - comprehensive transportation survey,
O~DERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the con~nUnication be
received and filed and City Council endorse the traffic study at a gross cost of
$65,000.00 and that the Department of Highways of Ontario be requested to participate
in the proposed $65,000. survey.
No. 277 - Mayor of Fredericton, New Brunswick - appealing for aid in connection with
disastrous floods. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the
communication be received and referred to the Chairman of Finance and the City
Manager to study and submit a report to Council at the next meeting. Ald. George
Martin requested that the report contain information as to whether the Federal
Government had declared this as a disaster area and had provided any aid and al~o
whether the Provincial Government provided aid.
No. 278 - Martin, Calvert, Bates and Sheppard - on behalf o£ the Niagara Falls Museum
requesting that the lane adjacent to their holdings, from Hiramgt. to the rear of
Lot 129, be closed and conveyed. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee. Hartin and AId.
Morton that the communication be received and referred to the.Property ~offaittee
submission of a report,
No, 279 - Acre Investment Corp. Ltd, - requesting renewal o£ petit number 12180.
ORDERED on 'tEe motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald, G. Hartin that the communication
be received and referred to the Property Committee for submission of a report.
No. 280 - Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board - advising that the Board
does not reconunend to Council the application of Ella Brown for an amendment to
Restricted Area by-law 5335, ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Gee, Martin and Ald.
Swayze that.the cormmnication be.received and filed .............
No. 281 - Miss Doris Matthews - opposing site of bench at the bus stop on west side
of Victoria Avenue at Jepson Street, ORDERED on the motion of Ald, G, Hartin and
Ald, Morton that the communication be received and referred to the Traffic Committee
for submission of a report,
REPORTS
The following Reports were presented;
No, 251 - Traffic Committee - recommending that Stamford Street be made a stop
at the east side of Heywood Avenue and a stop on the west side of MacDonald Ave.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received
and adopted.
SE_~_~p_m~_~pi~t~pp.
No, 252 - Traffic Committee - recommending that no additional space be allocated
for the parking of sightseeing cabs on Falls Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of
AId, McKinley and AId, Morton that the report be received and adopted.
No, 253 - City Clerk - report of Conference held on July 17th, ORDERED on the
motion of AId, Morton and AId, Swayse that the report be received and adopted,
No, 254 -City Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
AId, McKinley and Aid, Morton that the report be received and adopted and licences
issued accordingly.
RESOLUTIONS
The following Resolutions were passe__d;
No, 91 - GEO.MARTIN - MORTON - RESOLVED that His Worship Mayor ~ller be requested
to issue a proclamation declaring Monday, August 7th, 1961 as Civic Holiday in the
City of Niagara Falls; that all civic buildings remain closed on that date; that the
regular meeting of Council scheduled for that date be held at 7.30 p.m. on Tuesday,
August 8th, 1961; and the geal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
N0, 92 - MCKINLEY - CEO. MARTIN - RESOLVED that Alderman Swayze be appointed
Acting Chairman of Finance, due to the absence of Alderman McCallum; and the Seal
of the.COrporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unauimous~X~
Ald. Morton referred to complaints received regarding parking in front
of St. patrick~s Church and referred to the moving about of the portable "no parking"
signs which causes confusion. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. Swayze
~hat the Traffic Committee be authorized to inspect the situation and submit a report.
Ald. Morton referred to the noise created by the helicopter operating from
the Q,E,W, area and suggested that this be investigated.
AId, White referred to flooding conditions at the corner of Fourth Avenue
and Morrison Street and the numerous complaints he has received about this problem,
~D~IED on' the motion of Ald, White and Ald, Morton that the City Manager be
authorized to inspect this area and take action to remedy the same,
BY-I~S
The followln~ By-laws were passed;
~ ' TO amend By-laws 473~,4879,4922,5143,5144,5227,5342,5423 5485,5667 5698
5740 and 5840, being by-laws to grant retirement allowances to mun~ctpa~
employees,
ORDERED on the motion of AId, C. Martin and AId. Swayze that AId, Gee,
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
;t rst r ding.-carried nanimeusly.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee. Hartin and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
°fthe Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be read the
second time. - Carried gnanimously.
~hlrd Reading - AId. Mckinley and AId. Herton - Carried Unanimously.
216
No. 6054 - To amend By-law Number 3790, being a bX-law for the regulation of Traffic.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald, McKinley and Ald. Morton that Ald. Swayze
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayae and Ald. Geo. Martin that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. McKinley - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6055 - To amend By-law Number 3791, being a by-law designating through highways.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. Morton that Ald. Swayze
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton 'that Rule 36 (2) of
the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Aid. McKinley and Ald.Geo.
Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED' 31st. July, 1961.
The City Manager's report on the application of Gold's Variety Store,
for a permit to erect a plastic, illuminated sign at 338 Queen Street, was presented
for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinley that the
report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Managerls report on the application of Duty Free Shoppes of
Canada, Limited, for a permit to erect a sign on the lawn of the Park Hotel, Clifton
Pill, advertising their Duty Free Shoppe, at an estimated cost of $190. was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Miller and Ald. McKinley
that the application be received and referred to the Property Committee for submission
0fa report.
The Conmittee arose and reported to Council, on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ahl.
Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED' 31st. July, 1961.
Clerk
Mayor.
FINA~X~OEMEETING
Council Chmnber,
24th.-July, 1961,
The Finance Meeting was held on July 24th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present, with the exception
of Alderman F. Martin and AId. McCallum. Acting Chairman of Fin&rice, AId. Swayze,
presided.
Sundry Accounts in the amount of $58,048.28 were approved by the
Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being pa~sed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law £or presentatio~ to the Council, on the motion 0f
AId. McKinley and AId. Morton.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
24th.July, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
by the Conunittee. All Members of Council were present, with the exception
Fahq Martin and Ald. McCallum. His Worship Mayor Miller presided.
following By-law was passed;
BY-LAW
6056 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. Morton that AId. Swayze
legranted the privilege of introd~cing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
- Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2) of
Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be Siren the
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
.ng- AId, Morton andAid. McKinley - Carried Unanimously.
adjourned to Con£erenoe on the motion o£ Ald0 McKinley and Ald, White.
READ AND ADOPTED, 31st. July, 1961.
Clerk
*""*' · Mayor,
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
24th. July, 1961,
The Committee of Council assembled in Conference, following the regular
Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, July 24th, 1961, for the purpose of
considering items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were present
with the exception of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. McCallum. His Worship, Mayor
Miller, presided.
After consideration of the items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of Ald.
GaD. Martin and Ald. McKinley.
READ AND ADOPTED, 31st. July, 1961.
THIRTY-NINTH MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
31st. July, 1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, July 31st.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, with the exception of Aldermen Faho Martin and Ald. J. G. White.
The Council, having received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted
these on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton.
WELCOME
Aid. McKinley advised that Mr. John Doucette, President and three members
of the Columbian Squires, a Junior Organization sponsored by the Knights of Columbus,
were ~resent and on behalf of the members of Council His Worship the Mayor welcomed
them to the meeting.
~OM~NICATIONS
Mid over from the previous meeting;
N0, 278 - Martin, Calvert, Bates and Sheppard - on behalf of Niagara Falls Museum
requesting that the lane adjacent to their holdings from Hiram Street to the rear of
bt 129 be closed and conveyed. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinley
that the communication be received and filed and the report of the Property Committee
be adopted.
~_.R~_p_~ Numb_e~__~5~.
N0. 279 - Acre Investments Corporation Ltd. - requesting renewal of Permit No.12180.
~DERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum that the communication be
received and filed and the report of the Property Committee be adopted.
SEE ReJort Number 256.
~, 280 - Miss Doris Matthews - opposing site of bench at the bus stop on the west
side of Victoria Avenue at Jepson Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and
~ld. McKinley that the communication be received and filed and the report of the
Traffic Conmaittee be adopted.
SEE Report Number 257.
[~ following Communications were presented;
M0. 282 - Kitchener Street United Church - invitation to attend Induction of the Rev.
thomas V. Rutherford on Friday, August 4th. at 8.00 p.m. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and'Ald. 5wayze that the communication be received and ,filed, the invi~at~on
accepted, and as many members of Council as possible attend.
283 - Niagara Foundry Co. Ltd. (J.C.Kayser) - two suggestions for traffic control.
IDEREO on the motion of Ald. C. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication be
~eceived and referred to the Traffic Committee for a report.
M0, 284 - Logan and Knight - requesting approval of Refreshment Licence for Mr. Max
1709 Victoria Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Ald.Swayze
the communication be received and referred to the City Manager and City Solicitor
report.
285 - Downtown Businessmen's Association - requesting free parking in the downtown
0n September 2nd. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. C.Martin and Ald. McKinley that
~ation be received and referred to the Traffic Committee and the City
for a report to Council.
286 - W.A~Sn_~ - requesting that the Ontario Municipal Board Hearings on Annexation
held eit?e~ in the City of Niagara Falls or Township of Stamford. ORDERED on the
of Ald. ~. Martin and Ald. McKinley that the communication be received and tabled
such time as the Ontario Municipal Board sets the time and place for the Rearing,
the connunication'be brought before Council again at that time.
No. 287 -~be ~ownship of Stam~fer~ - requesting Codncil to take steps to facilitate
the purchase of site for sewage treatment plant by August 31st, 1961. In this
connection, the City Manager presented a verbal report on the situation advising
that a report was being prepared by the Consulting Engineers and until such time as
this was completed, it would not be known whether financing would be done by debentures
or under the Ontario Water Resources Commission and until this decision is made, it
would be inadvisable to make application to the Ontario Municipal Board. He suggested
that the Solicitors of the City of Niagara Falls and the Township of Stamford draw
up a simple agreement undertaking to use the property under option to the Township
of Stamford as a site for the joint sewage treatment plant and the City of Niagara
Falls indicate that they are willing to advance $13,575.50 to the Township by
August 15th, 1961. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. G. Martin that
the Communication be received and filed and the verbal report of the City Manager be
adopted.
No. 288 ~ The Township of Stamford - requesting joint meeting to deal with acquisition
of additional property for the proposed sewage treatment plant. ORDERED On the motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. G, Martin that the communication be received and filed and
the Township Clerk be advised that this Council will meet in joint session with the
Township Council at a time and place to be decided by them.
No. 289 - The Township of Stamford - requesting approval to connect service for
Strategic Udy to the 12-inch connection in the City trunk line. In this connection,
Mr. Orr advised that as ~ong as the service to Strategic Udy was the only one on this
line and the water went through their meters, the plan would be acceptable to the
City of Niagara Falls. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that
the communication be received and filed and the request granted on the verbal report
of the City Manager.
No. 290 - Department of Municipal Affair~ - requesting appointment of representative
to Joint liaison committee for Urban Renewal Study. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. McKinley that the communication be received and filed and the City
Manager be appointed to represent the City of Niagara Falls on the committee, and
the City Manager be empowered to confer with the Township of Stamford as to their
representative.
No. 291 - Minister of Municipa~l_Affairs - Approval of enlargement of Niagara Falls
and Suburban~lanning Area to include the Township~f Willoughby. ORDERED on the
m~tion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and filed,
In this connection, Mr. Orr advised Council that the City Clerk had forwarded a
communication to the Minister requesting permission to appoint a representative from
the Township of Willoughby to the Planning Board as no provision for this appointment
had been made in the approval for enlargement of the Area.
No. 292 - Greater Niagara Softball AssociatioR- requesting use of Oakes Park on
Wednesday, August 30th. and reduction in fees. With reference to this communication,
it was ordered on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that Mr. Barrow, Secretat}"
Treasurer of the Association, be permi~ted to address Council. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. G. Martin and AId. Swayze that the communication be received and referred to
the Parks and Recreation Committee for a report.
REPORTS .
The following Reports were presented;
No. 255 - Property Committee - re request of Martin, Calvert, Bates and Sheppard to
close lane running south from Hiram Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. M~ton
and Ald. McKinley that the report be received and adopted.
No. 256 - Property Committee - re request of Acre Investment Corporation Ltd. for
extension of building permit. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.McCall~m
that the report be received and adopted provided that Acre Investment Corporation Ltd.
proceed with the construction of any building on the lot.
No. 257 - Traffic Committee - re communication from Miss Doris Matthews re bench
at the bus s~op at Victoria and Jepson. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and
AId. McKinley that ~hs report be receive~ and adopted.
No. 258 - Traffic Committee - location of benches at bus stops. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
This motion was lost, the vote being - Aye -Ald. Swayzc, Morton and McKinley.
Naye- Ald. G.Martin, McCallum and Mayor Miller. An amendment to this motion bZ
Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the report be referred to the Greater
Niagara Transit Commission for its approval or suggestions was also lost, the vote
being - Aye -Ald. G. Martin, McCallum and Mayor Miller. Naye- Ald. Swayze,
Morton and McKinley.
No. 259 - Traffic Committee - location of parking meters on westerly side of Valley
Way between Victoria and Morrison. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
McKinley that the repor~ be received and adopted.
No. 260 - Traffic Committee - acquisition of property at the intersection of
Victoria Avenue and Ryerson Crescent. ORDERED on tbe motion of Aid. McKinley and
Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
No. 261 - Traffic Committee - revenue from parking meters. ORDERED on tbe motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinley that the report be received and filed.
No. 262 - Traffic Committee - recommending employment of Real Estate Agent re
property for the extension of Sylvia Place to Peer Street. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. C. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the report be received and tabled for a
fall Council so that they may view the situation. Prior to this action. a motion b~
Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted was withdrawn.
N0. 263 - Traffic Committee - re "no parkings signs in front of St. Patrick's Church.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received
and adopted.
No. 264 - City Manager - operation of helicopters. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
McCallum and Ald. McKinley that the report be received and tabled for a further
report from the City Manager,
No. 265 - City Manager - meeting of City and Township Officials with representatives
of the Ontario Water Resources Commission re sewage treatment plant. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. G, Martin and AId, McCallum that the report be received and filed.
N0. 266 - City Manager - recommending Chief William Wade be permitted to attend the
Convention of the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs In Kitchener-Waterloo. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 267 - City Engineer - attendance at Seminar on Civic Design at Stratford.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Ald. McCallurn that the report be received
and filed.
N0. 268 - Deputy Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion
0f AId. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and
liceaces issued accordingly, with the exception of the applications of Commercial
Caterera, Port Dalhousie, and Homer~s Canteen Service, St.Catharines, for Refreslm~ent
Vehicle Liceaces which are to be referred to the City Manager and City Solicitor for
report.
RESOLUTIONS
h! following Resolutions were passed;
N0.93 ~ G.MARTIN - MORTON - RESOLVED that Resolution Number 66, passed on the 8th.
of May, 1961, revoking the Transient Trader~s Licenee issued to Danby Sales,
~ria Avenue, be rescinded and it is hereby declared that the said Transient
I~ader's Liceace, Number F2660 is, and has been at all times since it was issued,
full force and effect; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
. Carried Unanimously..
~0.94 ~ MCKINLEY - 8WAYZE - RESOLVED that His Worship the Mayor be empowered to
~tte to the Federal Government in ~ashington, D.C. to ascertain whether they are
the construction of a new Consulate in the City of Niagara Falls or
they would consider the sale'of the property now being reserved for this
Purpose; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimous.ly.
MISCELLANEOUS
His Worship the Mayor referred to the property now being held by the
United States Government for the construction of a new Consulate building. Since
the Consulate has now been moved to the City of Toronto, he asked for Council's
reaction to the suggestion that the authorities be contacted regarding future use
or disposition of the property. SEE Resolution Number94.
BY-LAWS
ThJ. following By-law was passed;
No. 6057 - To authorize the execution of an Agreement.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. G. Martin that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading T Aid. McKinley and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Royal Bank of
:Canada, Centre and Victoria Avenue, for alterations to their building at an estimated
cost of $32,000.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED ou the motion of Ald,
Swayze and Mayor Miller that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of E. E. McIntosh Limited,
945 Clifton Hill, for a permit to conKtruct a swimming pool at an estimated cost of
$6,000.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin
and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald.
McKinley.
READ AND ADOPTED, 8th. August, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Council adjourned ~o the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId. McKinley and Aid.
Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 8th. August, 1961.
Deputy Clerk.
Mayor.
FINANCE NEETING
Council Chamber,
31st. July, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on July 31st, 1961,.for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present with the excepti01
of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. White. Ald. McGallum, Chairman of Finance, presided,
Sundry Accounts in the amount of $40,810.69 were approved by the
Con~nittee.
The Accounts §ubmitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to Council, on the motion of
Ald~ McKinley and AId. G. Martin.
The Property Committee's report on the application of Duty Free ShoPPes
of Canada~ Limited, to erect a 8ig~ on the premises of the Park Hotel, was presented
for consideration. ORDBRED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Mayor Miller that the
report be received and adopted and permit issued.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
31st. July, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
~eetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approved
~Y the Committee. All Members of Council were present, with the exception of Ald.F.
~artin and Ald. White. His Worship Mayor Miller presided.
BY-LAW
ag By-law was passed;
~,-'To provide monies for general purposes.
:, ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. G. Martin that Ald.McCallum
egranted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
ending.. Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2) of
Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
reading; - Carried Unanimously.
Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McKinley.
ADOPTED, 8th. August, 1961,
Clerk
Mayor ,
CONFERENCE
Councll Chamber,
31st.July,1961.
The Conmtttee of Council assembled in Conference, following the
regular Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, July 31st, 1961, for the purpose
of considering the items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were
present with the exception of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. White. llis Worship, Mayor
Miller, presidedt
After consideration of the items, the Connnittee adjourned on the motion of Aid.G,
Martin and Ald. McKinley.
READ AI~) ADOPTED~ 8th. August, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Chairman.
FORTIETHMEETING
Council Chamber,
8tb. August, 1961.
REGULAR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 8tb,
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, with the exception of Aldermen Faho Martin and J.G. White.
The Council, having received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted
these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. G. Martin.
DEPUTATION
His Worship the Mayor advised Council that Mr. Fred Swain was present
in the Council Chamber and desired to address Council. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
McKinley and Ald. McCallum that Mr. Swain be granted permission. Mr. Swain registered
his objection to the placing of a bench in front of his business premises at 1125
Victoria Avenue, stating that this definitely would interfere with the operation.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin that the matter be
referred back to the Traffic Committee and that Mr. Swain be notified when their
next meeting was to be held so that he could meet with them and explain his
objection.
TENDERS
Tenders had been called for a 3/4 ton pick-up truck to replace Truck
~er 3 in the Water Department.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the tenders
received be opened, initialled by His Worship the Mayor and tabulated.
pEE Adjpurned Meeting;
COMMUNICATIONS
~id over from the previous meeting;
N0. 283 - Niagara Foundry Co. Ltd. ~J.C. Kayset) - two suggestions for traffic control.
~DERED on the motion of Ald. Mor~on and Ald. Swayze that the communication be
received and filed and the reports of the Traffic Committee be adopted.
SEE Report Number 269.
SEE ~eport Number 270.
N0, 284'-'LoRan and Knight - requesting approval of Refreshment Vehicle Licenee for
Max Pasetto, 1709 Victoria Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and
Swayze that the communication be received and filed and the report of the City
be received and adopted.
SEE R~.port Number 271.
~. 285 - Downtown Businessmen~s Association - requesting free parking in the down-
t0~ area on September 2nd. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Morton and Ald. Swayze
i~hat the communication be received and the report of the Traffic Committee be adopted.
~.EE Report Number 273.
292 - 8~eater Niagara Softball Association - requesting use of Oakes Park on
August 30th. and reduction in fees. ORDERED on the motion of AId.McKinley
Swayze that the communication be received and filed and the report of the
and Recreation Committee be adopted.
S_E~ Re~qrt Number 274.
The following Communications were presented;
No. 293 - CyanamjdJf Canada Limited - requesting meeting with Council, in conmlittec.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald.~cKinley and Ald. Swayze that the corfanunication be
received and the City Manager be requested to notify the Cyanamid Company that Council
will meet their representatives following a regular Council meeting during the latter
part ef August.
REPORTS
The following Reports were presented;
No. 269 - Traffic Committee - advanced green blinker at Victoria Avenue and Bridge
Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be
received and adopted.
No. 270 - Traffic Committee - amber and red blinker light - Park and Welland.ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. McKinley.and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
No. 271 - City Manager - concerning application of Max Passtic to operate a Refresh-
ment Vehicle. ORDERE6 on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that the report
be received and adopted, the licence issued subject to the approval of the Medical
Officer of Health and other restrictions set by Council. ~Carried with Ald. Morton-
contrary).
No. 279 - City Manager - re application of R. C. Lows, 182 Queen Street, Port
Dalhousie, Ontario, for refreshment vehicle licenee. ORDERED on the motion of Ald,
Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
No. 27 3 - Traffic Committee - advising that Committee desires to meet with Downtown
Businessmen regarding request for free parking on September 2nd. ORDERED on the
motion of Aid. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report'be received and filed.
No. 274 - Parks and Recreation Committee - recommendation re request of Greater
Niagara Softball Association for reduction in City's percentage of gate receipts at
Cakes Park on August 3Oth, 1961. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
No. 275 - City Manager - advising of Hearing of International joint Commission
regarding the application of the N.E.P.C. of Ontario and the Power Authority of the
State of New York for approval to extend the control structure. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. McCallum that tha report be received and filed and
the City Solicitor and one member of Council attend the R~aring to oppose any further
diversion of wa~er from the Niagara River. ( Carried -Ald. Morton contrary).
No. 276 - Deputy City Clerk - recommending issuance of liceaces. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. McKinley and AId. Swayze that the report be received and adopted and
licences issued accordingly. (Carried with Ald. Morton contrary to granting of
Refreshment Vehicle Licence).
VERBAL REPORT
Tenders - Repairs to Roofing - Queen Street Fire Mall.
AId. G. Martin, Chairman of the Equipment Committee, presented a verbal
report on quotations received for necessary repairs to the roof at the Queen Street
Fire Mall, advising that a quotation of ,368.00 had been received from Cataract Metal
Works and ~572.00 from G. Parent Roofing Company. On behalf of the Equipment
he recommended that the quotation of Cataract Metal Works be accepted. ORDERED on the
motlon of AId. ~. Martin and Ald. McOallum that the verbal report be received and
adopted,
MISCELLANEOUS
Ald. McCallum referred once again to the nuisance being created by
helicopters and stated that since licences were issued by the Department of
that-Council had no control over them. He suggested, however, that the Department be
cohtacted to see if these helicopters could be held to a rigid flight plan. The City
Manager advised that he had written to the Department of Transport requesting that
member of that Department meet with him this week to discuss the whole operation
helicopters, and it was agreed that the matter be left in abeyance until after this
meeting,
Ald. McKinley referred to the danger caused by the use of bows and
arrows by children in public places and asked the City Manager to check into this
matter to see if their use can be prohibited.
Ald. Morton referred to the condition of the street on Second Avenue,
north of Hamilton Street, and asked the City Manager to see that this part of the
street is swept regularly. He also advised that the owners are in favour of having
a sidewalk constructed as a local improvement. The City Manager advised that if the
owners were agreaable to having the sidewalk constructed, this would be done next year
and also the pavement would be changed at the same time.
BY-LAWS
The following By-laws were passed;
6059 - To authorize the execution of an Agreement.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Aid. G. Martin that AId. Swayze
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and tile by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. McCallum that Rule 36 (2) of
the Standlng Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and tile by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. McCallum and AId, Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
6060 - To authorize the execution of an Agreement.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Ald. Swayze
the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
- Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2) of the
~anding Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the second
- Carried Unanimously.
fng - AId. McCallum and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
To authorize the execution of an Agreement.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that Ald, McKinley
granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
- Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. Swayze that Rule 36 (2) of
Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
inC. - Carried Unanimously.
- AId. McCallum and AId. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
.nR By-law was presented;
To close and sell a portion of a lane running south-westerly from Hiram
Street between Lots 2, 3 and 4 and Lot 129, all according to Plan No.29,
registered for the Town of Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId. Svayze that Aid, McKinley
!granted the privilege of introducing the by*law and the by-law be given the first
' Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Aid. Swayze that Rule 36 (2) of
Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be Eiven the
- Carried Unanimously.
His Worshlp the Mayor extended best wishes to Mr. Tony Fredo on his
forthcoming trip to Saskatoon and presented him with a souvenir of the City of
Niagara Falls, to be given to the Deputy Mayor of Saskatoon.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 14th. August, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Mayor.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
8th.August,1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on August 8th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present with the exception
of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. White. Ald. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts in the amount of $72,177.88 ware approvad by the
Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or qtherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation eo Council, on the motion of
Ald. McKinley and Mayor Miller.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Chicken Delight
Restaurant, 1733 Ferry Street, to erect a plastic neon sign at an estimated cost of
$900.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and
Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted and permit issued.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Duty Free gentre,
located at the Seagram Tower, to erect a sign on the property of the Fallsway Hotel,
at an estimated cost of $200.00 was presented for consideration. 'ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received and referred to
the Property Committee for a report.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald.
Swayze.
R~AD AND ADOPTED, 14th. Augu.st, 1961.
Deputy Olerk
COUNCIL b~ETINC
Council Chamber,
8th. August, 1961,
The Cormnittee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Committee. All Members of Council were present, with the exception
efAld. F, Martin and Aid. White. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
pY-LAI~
The following By-law was passed;
N0. 6063 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that Ald. McCallum
begranted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and Aid. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
0fthe Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Ihird Reading - AId. Swayze and Aid. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
I/F~RBAI, REPORT
r_enders - 3/4 Ton Pick-Up Truck for Water De[artment.
Council recessed for five minutes to allow the Equipment Committee to
consider the tenders which had been received for the 3/4 Ton Pick-up Truck for the
Water Department.
Council then reconvened and Aid. G. Martin, Chairman, reported that the
C0~ittee had considered the tenders and recommended the purchase of the unit from
~lctorta Motors Limited, at a cost of $1,820.00; delivery to be made within ten days.
ORDERED on the motion of Aldo C. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the verbal
report of the Equipment Committee be received and adopted. (Carried
contrary). - AId. Morton
Council adjour.ned on the motion of Ald. G, Martin and AId. McKinley.
I~AO AND ADOPTED,
Cle~k.
FORTY-FIRST MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
14th. August,1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, August l~th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, with the exception of Ald. J.G.White. The Council, having
received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of
Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze.
His Worship Mayor Miller welcomed back AId. Faho Martin from bis trill
to Europe,
CO~R4UNICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No, 285 - Downtown Businessmen's Association - requesting free parking in the down-
town area on September 2nd, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze thaL
the conununication be received and filed and the Downtown Businessman be advised that
free parking will not be permitted on that date. (Carried -Ald. McCallum-contrary).
SEE Report No: 2]];
The followinf~_Cormnunications were presented;
No. 294 - George Bukator, M.P.P. - protesting expenditures made by Parks Conunissios
for improvements to areas removed from Niagara Area and requesting support in an
effort to improve Dufferin Islands. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
Swayze that the communication be received and filed and Council endorse the action
of Mr. Bukator. In this connection, His Worship the Mayor advised Council that
although he was in favour of improving Dufferin Islands, he wanted it made clear that
the Parks Commission had not paid $50,000.00 for the acquisition of the Stoney Creek
Park. This property had been acquired by the Provincial and Federal Governments and
was being turned over to the Parks Commission to be maintained by them.
No. 295 - J. K. Kennedy - requesting permit to ~rect sign. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. Swayze and AId. Morton that the communication be received ~nd referred to the
Property Committee for a report.
No. 296 - Niagara Falls Badminton Club - requesting permission to rent Municipal
Pool on Wednesday, August 23rd, 1961. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and
Ald. Morton that the communication be received and referred to the Parks and Recreation
Committee with power to act.
No. 297 - Niagara Falls Civic Employsasp Local Union No. 133 - requesting leave of
absence for delegates to Convention. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald,'
Swayze that the communication be received and filed and permission be granted for a
five-day leave of absence for M. Littlewood and L. Blackburn.
No. 298 - The Ontario Municipal Board - advising of objection received to proposed
construction of sidewalk on Erie Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and
Ald. Morton that the communication be received and filed and that the Board be
notified that the City of Niagara Palls intends to proceed with the sidewalk on Erie
Avenue and requesting that a date for the Hearing be set as soon as possible; and
also requesting permission to proceed with the sidewalk on Main Street and Hamilton
Street.
No. 299 - The Township of Stamford - suggesting Joint Meeting be held on Monday,
September llth, 1961. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that
communication be received and filed and the Township of Stamford be notified that the
date of September llth, at the City Hall is agreeable to this Council.
No. 300 - John Bredcrick - requesting amendment to official plan to permit the lands
owned by Ella May Brown, River Road and John Street, to be used for conmmrcial pur-
poses. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the communication
be received and referred to the Property Committee and City Solicitor for a report.
b~SCELLANEOUS
His Worsbtp Mayor Miller advised Council that be bad received a telephone
call from Mr. Slemon advising that representatives of the Cyanamid Company would meet
with Council following the regular meeting on Monday, AuguBt 21st. 1961.
Mayor Miller also advised that he had been contacted by officials of
Sanset Haven requesting a meeting with Council. Following discussion, it was ordered
sn the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the matter be tabled for one
~'eek and that His Worship the Mayor make further contact with them to see if they wish
a definite decision which would be impossible at the present time.
REPORTS
Ihe following Reports were presented;
N0. 277 - Traffic Committee - re request of Downtown Businessmen's Association for
free parking on September 2nd. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze
~hat the report be received and filed and permission be not granted.
No. 278 - Traffic CommitteJ - recommending placing of bench at 1125 Victoria Avenue
beabandoned. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report
beretsired and adopted.
N0, 279 - C~City Man~ager - recommending that Fallout Shelters' be considered exempt
from taxation. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that tile
~eport be received and adopted.
~0. 280 - City Manager - re complaints received regarding cherry tree on McDougall
Crescent. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that tbe report
~ereceived and tabled for a further report from the City Solicitor and Mr. Norgate,
Parks Superintendent.
No. 281 - Deputy Clerk - recommending issuance of liCences. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and licences
issued accordingly.
~.282 - Deputy Clerk - application of Umberto Formica for Hawker and Pedlar
Licenee. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the report
~ereceived and filed and the licenee be not granted.
LYT W
~e--~f°l!owing By-law was presented; for the third Readin_~;
To close and sell a portion of the lane running from McGlashan Crescent
(Clark Avenue) to Palmet Avenue, according to Plan 747.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. C. Martin and AId. McCallum that tile by-law
betabled and the matter referred to the Property Committee to submit a report to
~uncil on the proposed sale price of the lane. A motion by Ald. McKinley and AId.
~ayze for Third Reading of tile By-law previous to this action, was withdrawn.
~uneil adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId.
~c~luley.
~AD A~ ADOFTED, 21st. August, 1961.
FINANCE }~ETING
Council Chamber,
14th.August ,1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on August 14th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passxng the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present with the
exception of Ald. White. Ald. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts in the amount of $75,462.06 were approved by the
Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in tbe Money By-law for presentation to Council, on the motion of
Ald. G. Martin and AId. McKinley.
The Property Committee's report on the application of the Duty Free
Centre to erect two wooden signs on the property of the Fallsway Hotel, was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F.Martin
that the report be received and adopted.
Tbc Property Con~ittee's report on the application of the Grace Abbey
Nursing Home to erect an addition was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald, G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and referred
back to the Property Committee for a further report after they have viewed tbc
premises. (Carried -Ald. McKinley contrary). A previous motion by Ald. Swayzc
and Ald, Morton that the report be received and adopted was lost, the vote being -
Aye -Ald. McKinley; Naye- Ald. Swayze, Morton, G. Martin, F. Martin and McCaltum,
The City Manager's report on the application of Irish Dry Beverages
for a permit to construct an addition to their ~remises on Peer Street, was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton
that the report be received and adopted.
The Property Committee's report on the application of Syma Distributors
for permission to Operate a space station and a small helicopter within the City
Limits was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and
Ald. McKinley that the report be received and adopted.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId.
G. Martin. t
READ AND ADOPTED, 21st. August, 1961,
Deputy Clerk
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
14th. August,1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by ~he Commit~ee. All Members of Council were present~ with the
exception of AId. White. His Worship Mayor Miller presided,
BY-LAW
The followi~f~-law wa~s p~a_sse~d;
N0. 6064 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald, Morton that Ald.blcCallum
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallurn and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
third Reading -Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS
Prior to adjournment, The City Manager reminded Council of the matter
of the extension of Sylvia Place to Peer Street and it was agreed that the members
0fCouncil would meet at Sylvia Place at 7.00 p.m. on Monday, August 21st, 1961.
Council adjourned on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. blartin.
RE~AND ADOPTED, 21st. August, 1961.
Y rk
Mayor.
FORTY-SECOND MEETING
Council Chamber,
21st.August,1961,
REGULAR MEETING
pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, August 21eL
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, with the exception of Ald. White. The Council, having received
and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald.
Swayze and Ald. F. Martin.
CO}~NICATIONS
Laid over from the ~revious meeting;
No. 295 - J. K. Kenned~ - requesting permission to erect a sign on property at the
White Rose Motel, Stanley Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
Swayze tbat the communication be received and filed and permission granted.
SEE Report No.233.
No. 296 - N.F. Badminton Club - req. permission to rent Municipal Pool on August 23rd. '
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the communication be
received and filed and the request be granted.
S_EE Kepo~t. No,2S~.
No. 300 - Bredcrick & Burnerr - req. amendment to Restricted Area By-law on behalf of
Ella May Brown. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the
conmunication be received and filed. ~~. ~.
The followinFzC__ommunicati°ns were presented;
No. 301 - ~yma Distributors Ltd. - req. hearing before Council at this meeting. ORDEREDI
on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that Mr. gyms be heard. He referred
to his application, which was dealt with at the last Council Meeting, requesting
permission to operate a space station and a small helicopter within the C/ty Limits,
and desired to know why he was not notified. He proceeded to explain the method of
the machine which it was proposed to install in conjunction wiGh the planetar|am at
945 Clifto Hill and was of the opinion that this unit would be similar to other
mechanical machines now in operation in chain stores. A full discussion ensued
during which Ald. G. Martin expressed the opinion that the machines in operation
in chain stores and the one proposed by Syma Distributors were not comparable, Ald.
McKinley expressed dissatisfaction with the appearance of the planetar|am and the
feeling of Council that it created a bosky tonk affect on Clifton Hill and in view
of the fact that consideration is being given to removal of signs and that the
installation proposed is contrary to the by-law, his hopin|on had not changed. AId.
Morton concurred. Ald. MeCallum was of the opinion that there shoul~ be a definite
location for this type of equipment. His Worship Mayor Miller queried whether the
machine would be on their own property and it was then ordered on the motion of Ald.
McKinley and Ald. McCallum that the consnan|caries be received and filed.
No. 302 - International Joint Con~nission - expressing appreciation for use of
Council Chamber on August llth. and enclosing copy of press release concerning the
Hearing. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the communi°
cation be received and filed·
No. 303 - Bill ABon - expressing appreciation to Chief W. Wade and members of the
Fire Dept. for assistance during a recent illness. ORDERED on the motion of Aid.
Morton and AId. gwayze that the cormnunication be received and filed and copy made
available to the Fire Department, with Council~s commendation.
No. 304 - Murray Ruta- re-applying for permission to erect a sign at 1543 Ferry St. -
advertising the Indian Village on Portage Road. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Ge0.
Martin and AId. Swayze that the communication be received and referred to the
Property Conmittee for consideration and a report,
N0. 305 - R. Girozan - suggesting banner directing motorists to South End Parking
Lot. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. G. Martin that tile communi-
cation be received and referred to the Traffic Committee for consideration and a
report.
N0. 306 - Actin~ Minister of Municipal Affairs - composition of Niagara Falls and
Suburban Area Planning Board - ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald.
Morton that the communication be received and filed.
~, 307 - Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority - enclosing draft form of
resolution which quotes proportionate share of the City of Niagara Falls, of the
remaining portion of the cost of Ball's Falls Conservation Area until 1962.
~RDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the con~unication
bereceived and filed and the resolution endorsed.
SEE Resolution 95.
Aldermen Morton and Faho Martin advised that they were never notified
concerning meetings, other than the first one and it was agreed that the City Clerk
should advise the Authority to this effect and the fact they have also not been
appointed to any committees; such advice to be forwarded in a separate communication.
No, 308 - Department of Highways - District En_g_i~n~eeFI"- Illumination - Q.E.W. and
advising of City's share of the cost. of Falls Avenue installation. ORDERED on
:he motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the co~unication be received and
~iled and the City of Niagara Falls approve the expenditure of $2,400. for the
ilh~nation remodelling on Falls Avenue at a cost of $200..per pole and that they
flse approve the reversion to the City of Niagara Falls of the portions of Clifton
~HI and Bender Street between River Road and Falls Avenue.
SEJ ReSpl~.tjo~,~.~J ~!t
The following co~unication which was received too late for inclusion
outhis ageads, was ordered read, on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. F. Martin.
~, 309 -Y.M.C.A. Youth Works, Secretary - requesting use.of Municipal Pool on
~b0ur Day, Sept. 4th. from 10 to 12 a.m. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and
AId. F. Martin that the co~unication be received and referred to the Parks and
[ecreation Co~ittee with power to act.
REPORTS
~sr from a previous meeting;
262 - Traffic Committee - to authorize employment of a Real Estate Agent to
~PProach the owners of property for the extension of Sylvia Place to Peer Street.
~ED'~on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that the report be
leesired and 'adopted. '
280 ~ City Manager - advising of complaint from householder on McDougal Crescent
~gnrerning an old large cherry tree on adjacent property.
SEE. Report No. 287.
~e-U_f°llowing Reports were presented;
283 ~ Property Committee - recommending permit be issned to J. K. Kennedy to
fleet a sign on the White Rose Motel re err east side
P P Y, of Stanley between Spring
re cola ORDERED
· on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report
calved and adopted. '
SEE Communication 295.
284 . parks and Recreation Committee - advising use of Municipal Pool granted
ZaBadminton Club, as requested. ORDE~D on the mqtion of AId. McKinley and Ald.
Y~S that the report be received and adopted.
SEE CommunicatioR296.
236
No. 285 - p~oj~c_r_tff _Co__n~n_i_t_te_e_ - recommend. that the communication from Bredcrick
and Burnett, for amendment to restricted area by-law to change zone of lands
owned by Ella Hay Brown, be received and filed. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Communication
No. 286 - ~t~LManagcr - re letter from District Engineer of ltighways Department
with regard to lighting in the vicinity of Rninbow Bridge and suggesting approval
for installation of improved lighting as proposed and that a motion o£ Council b=
forwarded, approving of reversion of portions of Clifton Hill and Bender Street.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Morton and AId. Swayze that the report be received
and adopted. 'SEE Communication 3~8.
SEE Resolutions 96-97.
No. 287 - Ci__t~i_Ma_n_a_ge~r - advising of opinion of City Solicitor re cherry trec on
private property on McDougal Crescent. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and
Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
S_E_E Report Number._2..89.
No. 288 - Prop2~ty Co~mnittee - recommending that lane running from Palmer Avenue
and McGlasi~n Crescent, be conveyed to the Separate School Board for the sum of
$280. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. Morton that the report bc
received and adopted.
5F~F~1~vflaw Number_~_0~7.
No. 289 - ~it[ Manager - suggesting that the application of Local 528, Fire Fighters,
to have certain permanent employees certified by the Corporation and removed from
the list o£ those required to contribute to the Unemployment Insurance Fund, be
referred to the Negotiating Committee to discuss with officials of Local 528.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Morton and Aid. Swayze that the report be received and
adopted.
No. 290 - G~i~l Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted and
licences issued accordingly.
RESOLUTIONS
The following Resolutions were passed;
No. 95 - GEe. MARTIN - IAN McCALLUM RESOLVED that Whereas tKe Niagara peninsula
Conservation Authority has been required by the Ontario Municipal Board to submit
to that Board an application from each municipality in the Authority area for
approval of the deferring until 1962 of each municipalityis portion of the capital
cost of the purchase of "The Ball~s Falls Conservation Area"; AND Nheteas this
Council has been informed by that Authority that the amount of the said purchase
price to be deferred until 1962 is the sum of $10,000.00, of which $5,000.00 is
expected to be received from the Province of Ontario, which has approved the scheme,
and the remaining $5,000.00 is to be assessed to all the municipalities and part
municipalities within the Authority area on a pro rata basis to be computed at net
more than 1-2/3 cents per capita for this item; AND Whereas the Authority has
applied to this Council for a resolution making application to the Ontario Muoicipal
Board for approval of the deferring of the payment of this Municipality's share of
that coat until the year 1962; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That: Application be
made to the Ontario Municipal Board through The Niagara Peninsula Conservation
Authority for approval of the deferring of the payment of this munieipality's share
of the remaining portion of the cost of Ball's Falls Conservation Area until ~62,
which is hereby accepted in a sum not exceeding $376.25 for this item; and the Seal
of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unani~9~P|y'
No. 96 - MORTON - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that the Corporation of the City of Niagara Fall~
approve of an expenditure of $2,400.00 for the remodell~ng of that portion of the
illumination on Falls Avenue betwenn Bender Street and Clifton
$200, per pole; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed,
Carried Unantmo~u~Y:-
N0. 97 - MORTON - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that the Corporation of the City of Niagara
Falls approve of the reversion to the City of Niagara Falls of tlre portions of
Clifton Hill and Bender Street between River Road and Falls Avenue; and the Seal
of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
C_a~'.r i _e_d' U p_a_n..i _mp_u.s 1X.
No. 98 - MCKINLEY ~ F, MARTIN - RESOLVED that the next regular meeting of Council be
held at 5 p.m. on Friday, August 25th, 1961, instead of at the usual time, Monday,
August 28th. 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
C.a_r_r_i_c_d_ pn_0_ni!~o_us_lff.
At this time, the City Clerk queried as to the Members of Council who
would be in attendance at the Ontario Municipal AsSociation Convention, to be held
in Windsor, August 28th. to 30th. and Ald. Morton, Gee.Martin, McKinley, McCallum
and Swayze so indicated,
His Worship the Mayor queried whether Council would bc interested in
extending an inVitatioh to'the Ontario Municipal Association to hold their C6nvention
in the City of Niagara Falls in 1963 and it was ordered on the motion of Ald.Geo.
Martin and AId. McKinley that His Worship Mayor Miller appoint a representative of
the Mayor to check with the Executive of the Association and ascertain whether the
Convention could be held in Niagara Falls in 1963.
It was suggested that a later date would be more acceptable here in
Niugara Falls, in order that the Labour Day traffic, etc, would not interfere.
His Worship Mayor Miller then appointed Aldermarl George Martin as his
representative.
Following Ald. Morton's remarks regarding the delay by the Department of
Mighways in erecting signs on the Q.E.W. designating Stanley Avenue and the possibility
0f constructing an overpass at that intersection due to the traffic congestion, it was
ordered that the City Manager be instructed to contact the Department of Highways
concerning the erection of proper signs designating Stanley Avenue and to ascertain
~he possibility of the installation of a cloverleaf at this intersection. Carried
hnimously. (This motion was made by Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze. )
A discussion was held regarding helicopters, during which Ald, Faho Martin
referred to their activity over tlre Glenview Area, The Alderman stated that such
mchines were supposed to follow a set pattern and they are flying very very low.
The City Manager then proceeded to explain the steps he has taken to have
representatives from the Department of Transport come to Niagara Falls. The City
~anager was of the opinion that the only remedy would be to have a flight pattern
|or each landing field set down by the Department of Transport.
Following further discussion, it was ordered on the motion of AId. Faho
~rtin and A~d. McCallurn that Council foulard a letter to Mr. Louch, Regional
SuPerintendent for Air Regulations, Department of Transport, asking titat a flight
Patterff be established for both landing fields in this area. Carried Unanimously.
His .Worship Mayor Miller stressed the need for immediate action by the
~ePartment of Transport,
Ald. McCallum expressed a desire to meet with Mr. Louch when he comes to
the City.
Ald. Faho Martin suggested that it should be mentioned in the communication
the Proximity of schools in the Glenview Area.
BY-LAWS
from previous meetings;
· To authorize the widening and resurfacing of pavements on certain streets
and the resurfacing of pavements on certain streets throughout the
.municipality, '
Martin -Ald, McKinley - Third Reading - Carried Unanimously,
No. 6047 - A by-law to close and sell a portion of the lane running from McGlashan
Crescent (Clark Avenue) to Palmar Avenue, according to Plan 747,
registered for the Town of Niagara Falls.
Third Reading - Aid. Faho Martin -Ald. McKinley - Carried Unanimously.
~_EE Report 233.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. Gee. blartin and AId.
McKinley.
READ AND ADOPTED, 25ttx. August, 1961.
Mayor.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
21st.August,1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on August 21st. 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before ti~em. All Members'of the Con~nittee were present, with the
exception of Ald. White. Ald. McCallum, Chairman of P'inance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of $76,2'25.60 were approvcd
by the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in tile Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motlos
of Ald. Gee. Martin and AId. McKinley.
The Property Committee's report on the sketch submitted by Irish Dry
Beverages for the construction of a second storey over a portion of. their premises
located on the south side of Peer between Main and Ross, was presented for consider'
ation. The Con~ittee advised that after a full discussion, with the City Solicitor,
they desired to recommend that the owners of the premises be advised that the
issuance of a building permit will be considered if and when detailed plans have
been prepared and submitted. ORDERED on the motion of His Worship Mayor Miller
and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted,
The Property Committee's report on the preliminary plans submitted for
an addition to Grace Abbey Nursing Home, located on Gulp Street between pinegrove
and Dawlish, was presented for consideration. The Committee advised that after full
consideration and discussion with the City Solicitor, and City Clerk, the Conunlttcc
desired to recommend that the proposed addition be approved. ORDERED on the motios
of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
A communication from Harry Manes, making application for a permit to
build a frame , type building with concrete block and glass, at an approximate
cost of $4,500. was presented for consideration, along with a report of the City
Manager, suggesting tile application be referred to the Property Comnittee for a
report. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald, Morton that the report of the
Olty Manager be received and adopted,
The Conunities arose and reported to Council on tile motice of Ald. McKinley and Aid.
Fah0 Martin.
RE~ AND ADOPTED, 25th. August, 1961.
COUNCIL ~ETING
Council Chamber,
21st.August,1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approved
bythe Cormnittee. All Members of Council were present, with the exception of Aid.
~ite. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
BY -IAN
following By-law was passed;
6065 - To provide monies for general purposes
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. Morton that Ald. Mc-
Callurn be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and ti~e by-law be given the
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be giveu the
.'ec0nd reading. - Carried Unanimously.
lhird R'eading -Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously.
~ouncil adjourned to Conference on the motion of AId. McCallum and Ald. Swayze.
I~D A~ ADOPTED, 25th. August, 1961.
Mayor.
CONFERENCE
Council Chaml~cr.
21st.August,193!.
The Con~nittee of Council assemblcd in Conference, following the rcgu!ar
Council and Finance Meetings oe Monday, August 21st. 1961, for the purpose of
considering the items presented to them. All Memb6rs of the Committee w~re
with the exception of Aid. White; tlis Worship Mayor Miller presided.
After consideration of the items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of AId.
McKinley and AId. Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 25th. August, 1961.
Clerk
FO~R_TX_'T. jI_IR~D_J|,.EE~T__I_NG
REGULAR ~ETING
Council Chamber,
25th.August,1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 5.00 p.m. on Friday, August 25tb.
i961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present, with time exception of Ald. White. TIle Couucil, having
received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these on tile motion
0f Ald. Fabo Martin and Aid. Morton.
CO~4UNICATIONS
Bid over from th_e_~Drevious meetinf~j_
!~0. 304 - MurraZ Ruta- re-applying for permission to erect a sign at 1543 Ferry
Street advertising the Indian Village on Portage Road. ORDERED on tile motion of
Aid. Morton and AId. Swayze that tile communication be received and filed and tile
request be granted. Carried, with Ald. McCallum and Aid. Geo. Martin-contrary.
No. 309 - Y's Men's Club - requesting use of Municipal Pool .on Labour Day, from
1O to 12 a.m. for Fourtl~ Annual Swim Meet. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Morton
and Aid. McKinley that the communication be received aud filed and request be
granted.
SEE Re~p_qrt No.292.
~e foll___o_w_ing Communications were presente,d_;
~0. 310 - Secretar~v~B.M.E. Church - advising of results of tag day. ORDERED on tile
notion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and
filed.
N0. 311 - Niagara Planetarium Ltd, - denying any contact made by J. L. Syms of Syma
Distributors regarding installation of space station, etc. ORDERED on tile motion
Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received and filed.
312 - Mrs. Thelma Hurd~ requesting letter from Mayor and Council on behalf of
son, Alex. Thompson, who is to go to Ottawa on Sept. 6th. for Pension Board
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. Swayze that tile communi-
cation be received and filed and request granted.
N0. 313'- Greater Nljgara Chamber of Commerce - requesting representative of Council
t0attend ~rectorst Meetings in September, October and November. ORDERED on the
[0n of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McKinley that the communication be received and
and the Council be represented on September 20th. by Ald. Faho Martin; October
by Ald. Morton and November 15th. by Aid. Swayze.
~°'314 - Sunset Haven. Supt. - enclosing a copy of report of the survey conducted
the need and demand for Senior Citizenst Low Rental Housing. ORDERED on the motion
McKinley and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and filed and the
eurvey report be made available to the members of Council desiring to peruse tile same.
REPORTS
~ld~er from the previous meetinE~.
289 ~ City Manager - suggesting the application of Local 528, Fire Fighters to
certain permanent employees certified by tile Corporation and removed from the
of those required to contribute to the Unemployment Incursacs Fund, be referred
~tng Committee to discuss matter with officials of Local 528.
SEE Beport Number 293.
ThJ following Reports were presented;
No. 291 - Pr_E~pert~onunittee ' recommending permit be issued to Murray Ruta for
erection of a sign at 1543 Ferry Street, advertising the Indian Village, Portage
Road. Aid. Morton and Aid. Swayze that the report be received and adopted. Carried
with Aid. McCallurn and Geo. Martin-contrary.
SEE Conenun|cat|on_
No. 292 - Parks and Recreation Committee - advising that permission has been given
to the Y's Men's Club for uSe.of Municipal Pool on Labour Day, September 4th. from
10 to 12 a.m. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Morton and AId. McKinley that the
report be received and adopted.
SEE Communication 309,
No. 293 - Negotiations Committee - recommending that the request of Local 528, Fire
Fighters, that 20 employees be certified as permanent employees and taken off the rolls
of those liable for unemployment insurance payments, be granted. ORDERED on the motion
of Aid. Morton and AId. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
S~EE~ReRort Number 239.
SEE Resolution No. 99.
No. 294 - Regotiat_i_o_ns Committee - recommending contributions to the Pension Fund
for Members of the Niagara Falls Fire Department be increased from 57° to 6% of the
annual salaries. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. Morton that the
report be received and adopted.
No. 295 - Negot_i_ations Committee - recommending that coverage for individual employees
of the City of Niagara Palls be increased by $1,000. Group Insurance. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted,
No. 296 - Cit~. Clerk - recommending issuance of Transient Trader's Licenee. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Geo. Nartin and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received
and adopted and licenets issued accordingly.
RESOLUTIONS
The following Resolutions were passed;
No. 99 - MORTON - 8WAYZE -RE$OLVED that the Mayor and qlerk be empowered to execute
a certificate %pe~f~ the employment of F. Armstrong, J. Bert, W. Copeland,
K. Feren, E. Fryer, A. Hicks, E. Hicks, ~. Nanlin, A. Hunter, J~ Jamieson, K.
Jamieson, It. Lap|errs, A. MacDonald, A. Martin, P. Murphy, D. Shapton, T. Shapton,
W. Sills, A. Thompson, and J. Beer with the Niagara Falls Fire Department, of the
City of Niagara Falls as permanent for the purpose of exception from the require-
ments of The Unemployment Insurance AcG and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto
affixed.
Carried Unanim%up~y.
No.100 - MORTON - GEO. MARTIN - RESOLVED that the next.regular meeting of Council be
held on Tuesday, September 5th. 1961~ commencing at 7.30 p.m. and the'Seal of the
Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried UnanimouSly,
MISCELLANEOUS
Ald. Geo. Martin referred to con~laints received regarding those
employees who work in the vicinity of Park Street and Victoria Avenue, and who find
it necessary to exceed the three hour parking limit. The Aldermen advised that
there are absolutely no parking places for these employees in that area and violators
have been warned by the Police Department. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo.Martin
and Ald. MeCallum that the nature of the eon~laint be received ~nd referred to the
Traffic Conmittee for submission of a report.
Aid. Morton brought up the question of parking for patrons at the
Memorial Arena and was of the opinion that the Traffic Conmtttee could look into
improving the land so that it cpuld be used this winter by those attending hockey
games, etc. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. Geo.Martin that the
matter be referred to the Traffic Committee for submission of a report on the
provision of parking facilities for Memorial Arena patrons.
BY-LAW
[he followin. g_py~-_law was apjJ~.e_d_;
N0. 6066 - A by-law to consent to borrowings by way of temporary loans by the
Greater Niagara Trausit Conehiss|on.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Geo. biertin and Ald. Morton that AId.
,'{cCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be read
the first time. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald, McCallum and Ald. Swayzc that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be read
the second time. Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Fabo Martin and Ald. Morton - Carried Unauimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
AND ADOPTED, 5tb. September, 1961.
Clerk
Mayor.
FINANCE }~ETING
Council Chamber,
25th, August,1961.
· The Finance Meeting was held on August 25th, 1961, for the purpose of
and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
Placed before them. All Members of the Committee were pre sent, with the exception
oEAld. White. Ald. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts, in the amount of $58,117.77 were approved by the Coma|tree.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt wit[,, were ordered
in the Money By-law for presentation to 'the Council, on the motion of Ald.
and Ald. Faho Martin.
The Property Commtttee's report on their consideration of the application
efMr. Harry Manas to erect a building 30 by 30 at his premises at 608 Bender Hill,
Presented for consideration. The Committee advised that the original application
been revised to provide for the walls to be of block and brick construction which
e0nfOr~.wi.t.h .the requirements of fire proof construction in the area. The
cost of tile prop'Os'ed 'bUil'dt~g would 5e $4,~00. ORDERED 'on t|ie ~ot'ion Of
8wayze and His Worship Mayor Miller that the report be received and adopted and
issued accordingly.
The Conmittee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
Ald. Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 5th. September, 1961.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
· . 25th. August, 196~.
The Conunittee re-assembled at tile close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by tile Conm~ittee. All Mmnbers of Council were present, with the exception
of Ald. White. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
BY -LAW
Thee fo~l__o_w~nA5' B_y_-l__at! }~_~ a s sea;
No, 6067 - To provide monies for general purposes,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Gee, Martin and AI~, Swayze that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be 5iron
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. Morton and AId. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously,
Council adjourned on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Aid. Faho Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 5th. September, 1961.
Mayor.
FORTY-FOURTH MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
5th. September,1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Tuesday, September
5th, 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members
of Council were present, with the exception of Ald. White and Ald. McCallum. The
Council, having received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these
on the motion of Ald. Swayze and AId, Morton.
DEPUTATION
Mr. William R. Blain was present at the meeting and on motion of Aid. F.
~rtin and ald. Morton, he was permitted to address Council. Mr, Blain referred to
drainage conditions at his home, 1320 McRae Street, caused by adjacent properties.
Bis Worship the Nayor advised Mr. Blain that he and the City Manager had the matter
under advisement and would inspect the premises at the first opportunity.
C0MMUNICATIQN~S
The following Communications were presented;
N0. 315 - The 9ntario Municipal Board - advising of date Set for preliminary hearing
on annexation. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. Morton that the
c0~aunication be received and filed and the Sub-Committee of the Merger Con~aittee be
authorized to attend with the City Solicitor.
N0. 316 - ~entral Mortgage and Housing.Cor~o~r~a!~9_n _ enclosing copy of agreement
respecting the Urban Renewal Study. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId.
$wayze that the communication be received and filed.
N0. 317 - The Township of Niagara - requesting renewal of water agreement. ORDERED
on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. Morton that the communication be received
and tabled pending a report of the City Manager.
N0. 318 - CountJof Peel - resolution requesting hospital sweepstakes be made legal
in Canada.~ERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the communi-
ntion be received and tabled until such time as a copy of the report is received
from the Ontario Municipal Association Convention.
N0. 319 - Niagara District Council, BolL Scouts of Canada - requesting permission to
h01d Apple bay. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Aid. F. Nattin that the
communication be received and filed and the request granted as the date is available
and the project so endorsed,
REPORTS
~-Lfollowing Reports were presents__d;
No, 297 - CityManager - reconwaending that report of M,G. Acres and Company Limited
on the sewage disposal system be referred to the Committee appointed by Council to
deal ~ith the matter. ORDERED on the motion of Aid, Swayze and Ald, F, Hartin that
the report be received and adopted,
N0, 298 . City Hana~er - re meetinS with Regional Superintendent, Air ReSulations
re helicopters, ORDERED on the motion of AId, Morton and Ald, McKinley that the
report be received and adopted,
:y. nsger- rec--.ndiuS a,pliea,ion of and ,o.en,c Calahrsae
for tect motel be referred to the Property Coa~lttee, ORDERED.on.the-
~tisn o~ Ald, Norton and &ld, Swayse that the report be received andadopted0
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No. 300 - City EQg~neer - reconnending asphalt repairs on Stanley Avenue be carried
out by Warren Paving Company Limited. ORDERED on the motion of AId. F, Martin and
AId. Swayze that the report be received and adopted, (Carried with AId. Morton-
contrary).
No. 301 - D~u~y C_le~r~ - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. O. Nattin and AId. F, Martin that the report be received and adopted and
licences issued accordingly.
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RESOLUTIONS
The followin~ Resolutions were pa~ssed;
No. 101 - MCKINLEY -_G_,Fa~RTIN - RESOLVED that Alderman F. Martin be appointed
Acting Chairman of Finance due to the absence of Ald. NcCallum; and the Seal of the
Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanjjnoualy,
No. 102 - MORTON - MCKINLEY - RESOLVED that a message .of sympathy on behalf of His
Worship the Mayor and Members of the Municipal Council, be forwarded to the family
of the late Mrs. Samuel McCallum, highly esteemed resident of this municipality for
a great number of years; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS
AId. Swayze referred to complaints he had received regarding the traffic
light at the corner of Simcoe Street and Victoria Avenue and also regarding parking
on both sides of Epworth Circle and the Traffic Committee was requested to consider
these items.
Ald. F. Martin referred to the traffic near the school on Leader Lane
and this matter was also referred to the Traffic Committee for a report,
BY-lAW
The following By-law was passed;
No. 6062 - To close and sell a portion of a lane running south-westerly from'Hiram
Street between Lots 2, 3 and 4 and Lot 129 all according to Plan No. 29,
registered for the Town of Niagara Falls.
Third Reading - AId, G. Martin and AId. F. Martin - Carried Unanimouslyt
In connection with this By-law, it was ordered on the motion of AId.g,
Martin and Ald. F. Martin that the Property Con~nittee be authorized to set the value
of the property on the lane just closed.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald.C.
Bartin.
READ AND ADOPTED,11th. September, 1961.
Deputy Cl~rk
Mayor,
FInaNCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
5th.September,1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on September 5th. 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present, with the
exception of Ald. White and Ald. McCallum. Ald. F. Martin, Acting Chairman of
Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of $89,685.30 were approved by
the Con~ttee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were ordered
placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion of Ald.G.
Martin and Ald. McKinley. (Carried - Mayor Miller contrary to Voucher No.2957.)
The City Manager's report on the application of the Carousel Beauty ~
Lounge for a permit to erect a plywood sign at 1255 Victoria Avenue, at an estimated
cost of $25.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G.
Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. Matt Calzonetti for
a permit to erect a metal sign at 807 Victoria Avenue, at an estimated cost of $175.
was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
The City Banager's report, on the application of Canadian Tire Corpcration
for a pern~t to erect a metal facet sign at 713 Victoria Avenue, at an estimated
cost of $150.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. G. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report, on the application of the May Foundry Company
Limited for a permit to erect an addition at 2001 Clark Avenue, at an estimated cost
of S7,000.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze
and Mayor Miller that the report be received and adopted.
The CityManager's report, on the application of the Harshira Judo Club
for a permit to alter their premises at the westerly end of Emery Street, was
Presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Mayor Miller
that the report be received and adopted.
The Comn~ttee arose and reported to Council on the mOtionof Ald. C. Martin and Ald.
McKinley. ,
READ'AND ADOPTED, llth. September, 1961.
Y rk ....
Acting Chairman of Finance.
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COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
September 5th, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts appr0~
by the Committee. All Members of Council were present, with the exception of Ald. Whitf
and Ald. McCallum. His Worship Mayor Miller presided.
BY-LAW
The following By-law was passed;
No. 6068 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that Ald. F.Marti:
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. F. Martin and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2}
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. G. Martin and AId. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
HISCELLAI~OUS
His Worship Mayor Miller referred to the illness of the City Clerk and
on behalf of the members of Council, expressed best wishes for a speedy recovery and
the Deputy Clerk was instructed to obtain a Get Well Card.
The City Manager supplied the members of Council with a memorandum ira
the Department of Municipal Affairs regarding the Winter Works Incentive Program 1961- ~
62, for their perusal. i
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. McKinley.
READ A~) ADOPTED, llth. September. 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Mayor.
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
5th. Septembe~ 1961
The Committee of Council assembled in Con£erence, £ollo~ing the regular
Council and Finance Meetings on Tuesday, September 5th. 1961, for the purpose of
considering the items presented to them, All Members of the Committee were present,
with the exception of AId. White and AId. McCallum. His Worship Mayor
Miller presided.
~After consideration of the items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of Ald, G.
Martin and Ald. McKinley.
R~ AM ADOPTED, llth. geptember, 1961.
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Doputy Clerk ..........
Chairman.
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FORTY-FIFTH MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
llth. September,196t.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, September
llth, 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members
of Council were present, with the exception of AId. McCallum, Ald. Swayze and Ald. White,
The Council, having received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin.
DEPUTATION
Mr. William C. Booth, Solicitor, was present at the meeting and on
motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. Morton was permitted to address Council. Mr. Booth,
on behalf of two clients, presented a sketch of a 70-unit two storey motel which it is
proposed to construct on the property on Victoria Avenue, formerly occupied by the
General Brock Armoury. Following discussion, it was ordered on the motion of AId. G.
Martin and Ald. F. Martin that the verbal application of Mr. Booth be received, the
turned over to the City Manager, and Mr. Booth be requested to make a formal application
to be presented to Council.
Tenders had been recelved for the demolition of the City Asphalt Plant,
Garage, on the east side of the Asphalt Plant, Old Machine Shop and Old Boiler House
and on motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin, it was ordered that the tenders
received, be opened, initialled by His Worship the Mayor and tabulated. It was further
ordered on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. G. Martin that the tenders be referredt0
the Property Committee for a report,
His Worship the Mayor welcomed Mr. T. Fredo after his vacation and ale0
welcomed Mr. George Kai from C H V C.
CO~NICATIONS
Laid over from the p~evious
No. 317 - The Township of Niagara - requesting renewal of water agreement. ORDERED
the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication be again tabled,
pending the City Menagerie report on this matter.
SEE Report N~._~'
T_be following Communications were presented;
No. 320 - The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority - explanation re meetings.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald, F, Martln that the communication be reco~
and filed.
No. 321 - Dr. J. H. Davidson - requesting amendment of by-law to allow Service Stati0a
on Victoria Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. C. Martin and Ald. Morton that
communication be received and referred to the City Manager and City Solicitor for
submission of a report.
No. 322 - L_e~an and Knight - re use of property at 722-722A Bridge Street. ORDERED
the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. F. Martin that the conmlunieation be received and
referred to the Property Co~mittee for a report.
No, 323 - The Township of Willoughby - sdvising of appointment of Mr. Horace C.
Morningstar to the Niagara Falls Suburban Area Planning Board. ORDERED on the moti0nd
AId. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the coesaunication be received and filed and the
necessary by-law be prepared to appoint lit. Morningstar.
No. 324 - The Township of Stamford - enclosing account from J. V. LaMafeb re Private
BIll for Greater Niagara Transit Conmaission. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G.Martin
and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and filed and the account paid.
~. 325 - Fire Marshal - requesting proclamation Fire Prevention Week. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. F. blartin that the communication be received and
filed and the proclamation issued as requested.
No. 326 - Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planni~t~Bo_~y~ - invitation to Evening on
Town Planning - September 2Oth, 1961. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and
,lid. Morton that the communication be received and filed and as many members of
Council as possible, attend.
N0. 327 - Junior Chamber of Conmaerce - requesting proclamation. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and AId. Morton that the communication be received and filed and the
proclamation issued.
R__EpORTS.
~id over from the previous meeting;
N0. 299 - City Manager - re application of Joseph and Dominic Calabrese and Dominic
Chiarella to erect a 14-Unit motel at the north-west corner of Buchanan Avenue and
~a Ferry Street.
SEJ Report No. 303.
lIhe followin~ Reports were presents4;
t N0, 302 - City Manager - request of Niagara Township for renewal of water agreement.
~ 0ROARED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received
] and tabled for the perusal of Council.
; N0, 303 - Property Conpities - recommending permission be not granted for erection
] of motel at the north-west corner of Buchanan Avenue and Ferry Street. ORDERED on
.'- the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
:
": N0, 304 - Traffic Committee - additional parking accommodation at Niagara Falls
~ Memorial Arena. ORDERED on the motlop of Ald. Morton and AId. F. Martin that the
, report be received and adopted.
s No 305 - Traffic Committee traffic light at intersection of Simcoe Street and
~. Victoria AVenue. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. McKinley that the
~ report be received and filed.
! No. 306 - T~affic Committee - parking on Epworth Circle. ORDERED on the motion of
'Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 307 - Traffic Committee - school signs on Leader Lane. ORDERED on the motion of
': Md. HcKinley and Ald. Norton that the report be received and adopted.
. N0. 308 - Traffic Committee - traffic control at the intersection of Kitchener Street
and Lewis Avenue. ORDERgD on the motion of AId. Morton end Ald. F. Martin that the
report be received and adopted.
· N0. 309 ~ Deputy City Clerk - advising of Appointment for Hearing, Restricted Area
BY-law Number 6003, ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. F. Martin chat
the report. be re.ceived an~. filed.
PETITION
]Th__e iollowina Petition was ~rasented;
.b. 9 - .Mr. A.H.Knott and 6 others - objecting to conditionsat 1731 Stanley Avenue.
0ROElEO on the motion of AId, McKinley and AId. G. Martin that the petition be received
and referred to the City Manager for a report and, if necessary, a report from the
Plre DePartment and the 'Medical Officer of Health,
MISCELLANEOUS
His Worship the Mayor advised the members of Council that he had
received a letter from the Ontario Municipal Association advising that the invitation
to hold the Convention in Niagara Falls in 1963 had been received and would be
discussed at the Executive Meeting to be held sometime in October,
RESOLUTIO~
The following Resolution was passe~d;
No. 103 ~ M~OR!9~_L 9:__MARTiN , RESOLVED that Alderman A. J. McKinley be appointed
Acting Chairman of Finance due to the absence of Alderman McCallum; and the Seal of
the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Un~animo~sly.
BY-LAWS
TJLe_lollol~n~y-J,~/.Rtt~p,_agse4;
No. 6069 - To authorize the execution of a deed to The Board of Trustees of the Roan
Catholic Separate Schools for the City of Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Ald. McKinley that Aid. F.
Hartin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. F. Martin and Aid. McKinley that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. F, Martin and AId. Morton - Carried Unanimously,
The~lA~y-law wa~$_pl?J~ed;
No. 6070 - To close and sell a portion of Slater Avenue (formerly Fifth Street) and
McGrail Avenue (formerly Ann Street)
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald, ROtten thdt Ald. Fah0
Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the byylaw and the by-law be given
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. F. liartin and AId. Norton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried ffnanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. G.
Martin.
RBAD A~ ADOPTED, 18th. September, 1961.
/ m
FInaNCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
llth.September,1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on September llth, 1961, for the Purpose of
approving and also Passing the various accounts which had been Properly certified and
placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present w~th the exception of
Ald. McCallum, Ald. Swayze and Ald. White. Ald. McKinley, Acting Chairman of
Finance, presided. '
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $108,528.80 were aPproved by
the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for Presentation to the Council On the motion of
AId. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin.
The Property Committee's report, on the application from the Harshira ~
ludo Club for alterations to their Premises at the west end of Emery Street, was
Presented for consideration. ORDERED on the m~tion of Mayor Miller and Ald. Morton
that the report be received and filed.
The Property Con~nittee~s report re
south of Hiram Street be sold for the s ' ~.~ending that the lane closed
the motion of AId. em of c
' $ , 20.00 was Presented. ORDERED on
TheCommittee arose and reported to Council on the motion o£ AId. Morton and Ald.
L~arCin.
READ A~DADOFi~D, 1Bth. SePtember,1961.
COUNCIL t~ETING
Council Chamber,
~' To provide monies for general Purposes,
ORDERED on the motion o~ Ald, ~, Hartin and Ald, F. Hartin that AId,
~Kinley be granted the Privilege of introducing the by-law and the by~law be Biveu
~e ~rs~ readin.S , Carried ~n~nimously,
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. Morton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. F. Martin and Ald. G. Martin - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned on the motion of Aid. Morton and Ald. McKinley
READ AND ADOFEED, 18th. September, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Mayor.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
11 th · Sap ternbar, 1961.
Council reconvened at 9:00 p.m. in joint session with the Council of the
Township of Stamford. All Members of the City Council were present, with the
exception of Ald. McCallum, Ald. Swayze and AId. White. Reeve Mitchelson and all
members of the Stamford Council were in attendance. His Worship Mayor Miller
presided.
COMMUNICATIONS
L_aid over from a previous meet__lng;
No. 288 - Township of Stamford - requesting a joint meeting to discuss acquisition
of additional property for the proposed sewage treatment plant,
No. 289 - Township of Stamford - suggesting joint meeting be held on September llth.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Councillor S. Cotfield that the con,nun;'
cattone be received and filed.
.SEE Resolutto~J0~'
RESOLUTXON
The following Resolution was passed;
No. 104 - G.MARTIN ~ S.CORFIELD - RESOLVED that Ris Worship Mayor Miller, Reeve
Nitchelson, the City Manager and the Township Engineer be empowered to contact cite
Rydro-Electric Power Comisston of 0ntarlo~ to purchase Section shown on the map
as Number 5, adjoining Area Number 1, as a site for secondary treatment facilities
for the Sewage Disposal Plant.
Carried Unm
Previous to this action, Township gngineer C. Ridt, at the request of
Reeve Mitchelson, explained in detail the various sites available £or the proposed
additional facilities for the Sewage Treatment Plant, advantages o£ Site No. 2 and
the obligation of Stamford Township in this regard. However, following further
discussion and queries directed to the Township Engineer, which were satis£actorilY
answered, it appeared that Area NOt 5, might be the most advantageous.
Reeve Mttchelson expressed appreciation to His Worship the Mayor and
Members of the City Council for their courteous hearing and His Worship Mayor Miller
in turn thanked the Reeve.
The members of the Township Council retired.
At 9.30 p.m. members of the Sunset Haven Committee of Welland County
~0uncil arrived. The delegation was composed of Deputy Reeve M. Tartaglia of Fort
Erie, Chairman, Deputy Reeve Joseph Wilhelm of Humberstone Township, Vice-Chairman,
Mr. D. H. Rapelie, Superintendent of Sunset Haven, Warden M. Swart, Reeve Ivan Hunt
of Willoughby Township, Alderman Harry Diffin of Welland and Deputy Reeve Claude Dennis
of Thorold Township,
Deputy Reeve Tartaglia presented certain information to Council on the
proposed major extension to Sunset Haven and the possibility of participation by the
City of Niagara Falls which would allow them to avail themselves of the services
offered by the Home, pointing out that the City would find it more economical to '
participate in the County's Home than to operate its own.
Mr. D. H. Rapelie, Superintendent of Sunset Haven, elaborated on the
capital cost per bed, the comparison of operating costs against private nursing
homes, and also advised that many enquiries are received at Sunset Haven from
residents of the City inasmuch as the Salvation Army Eventide Home does not accept
bed patients.
Warden M. Swart asked about the possibility of the City's participation
prior to annexation proceedings, pointing out that this would be most desirable as
it is essential that the addition be constructed in the very near future.
It was agreed, following discussion, that Mr. Rapelje and the Auditors
would prepare a complete report as to costs, etc., for presentation at the next
meeting of Council. His Worship the Mayor stated that he hoped to have a full Council
at the next meeting when this report is considered.
Mr. Swart requested, that if Council decides not to participate in the
H~e at this time, it pass a formal resolution of its intention to participate
following annexation, since Stamford has already supplied the County with a resolution
advising that it will retain its interest in the Home following annexation.
Mr. Swart, on behalf of the County Committee, expressed his thanks to
Worship the Mayor and Members of Council for the hearing.
The meeting't~en adjourned on the motion of Aid. Morton and Ald. F. Martin.
..
R~ A~)ADOF1ED' 18th. September, 1961.
· Mayor,
FORTY-SIXTH MEETING_
Council Chamber,
18th.September,1961.
REGU~XR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, 18th.
September, 1961, for the purpose of considering general busineSs and finance. All
Members of Council were present, with the exception of Ald. White. The Council,
having received and read the minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze.
His Worship Mayor Miller extended a welcome to members of the Pilot
Club who were present at the meeting.
CO!!4UNICATIONS
_Lai__d_3ve__r, Lro3__cbe. p_r_ey~ipus meettnSj
No, 317 - T_gyps~h~p,o~_~S~~ - requesting renewal of water agreement. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received
and filed and the report of the City Manager be adopted.
~E_~pp~.No. 302
No. 321 - Dr~.~J_._ ~_Dgyidjp~n - requesting amendment of by-law to allow Service
Station on Victoria Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. Mc-
Callum that the communication be received and filed and the report of the City
Manager be adopted.
SEE Re~_ No.310
SEE Petition # 10.
No. 322 - L_oga+n_~p~K~i~~ - re use of property at 722-72~Bridge Street. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the communication be received
and filed and the report of the Property Committee be adopted.
SEE Report No. 311'
The following, Cpmjpi~cca~t_i~onj_~we_r_e_RFesJp,t~e~d;
No. 328 - ~_e__N.~aF9' PJ~ip_sMJ~Conj~r~vg~pp_ A__u~hor~ft~Zy- appreciation for cheque
covering 1961 levy. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. McCallum that
the communication be received and filed.
No. 329 - N~aBara Falls Horticultural' Soc~F}Z - appreciation for donation. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. gwayze that the communication be received
and filed.
No. 330 - Stemford Lions Club - requesting permission to purchase Bingo Number
Machine. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. gwayze that the communi-
cation be received and referred to the Parks and Recreation Committee for a report.
No. 331 - Greater Niagara Chamber of Cotmnerce - invitation to combined Chambers of
Commerce 6~qeral Meeting on Wed~e~'~ber 27th. 1961. ORDERED on the motion
.of Ald, C. Martin and Ald. Moieon that the communica~f0n be recei~d~d filed, the
invitation accepted, and as many members of Council and Senior Official~ as possible
attend.
No. 332 - British-Canadian Veterans Association * invitation to attend dance to aid
United Appeal, on September 29th. 1961. ORDREEU on the motion of Ald, Morton and
Ald, F. Martin that the communication be received and filed, the invitation accepted,
and as many members of Council and their wives as possible attend.
No. 333 - G~reater Nia~r__aU__nitedA~ea__l - requesting proclamation. ORDERED on the
motion o£ AId. G. Martin and AId. Morton that the communication be received and
the proclamation issued as requested.
N0. 334 - JuniOr Chamber of Commerce - requesting permission to erect banner.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the communication
be received and filed and permission granted.
N0. 335 - Coll'egiate-Vocational Institute - re gate receipts - school rugby games,
ORDERED on~"~o~'5/~l~.~'l'~6i~and Aid. Morton that the communication be
received and filed and the request granted.
N0. 336 - Hydro-Electric Commission of Niagara Falls. - requesting consideration
when disposing of City-owned pF'oop~y~' ~R~E~d'o~'"~e motion of Ald. F. Martin
and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received and filed and that in future,
the City Manager notify the Manager of the Local Hydro when property is to be sold
or lanes closed. (Carried -Ald. Morton contrary).
N0. 337 - William C. Booth - application for building permit for 70-unit motel on
Victoria Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum that the
communication be received and referred to the Property Conmaittee for a report.
N0. 338 - Me~_~ssrs. Calabrese and Chiarella - revised application for a motel permit.
~DERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the application be
received and referred to the Property Committee for a further report.
N0. 339 - The Ontario Municipal Board - advising of approval of sidewalks on Erie
Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communi-
cation be received and filed.
REPORTS
hij~p_oye,_r from the previous meetin__g_i
R0. 302 - City Manager - re renewal of agreement for supply of water to Niagara
Township. ~~nn the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the report
be received and adopted.
Th~efollowing Reports were presented;
S0. 310 - Cit_!~_~_~ager . re request of Dr. Davidson for amendment to by-law to
allow Service Station on Victoria Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley
and Ald. McCallum that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Petition No.lO.
N0. 311 - Property Committee - recommending 722-722A Bridge Street be used as a
~eeerinary hospital. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that
the report be received and adopted.
H0. 312 ~ City Manager - re conditions at 1731 Stanley Avenue. ORDERED on the
m0tionof Ald. O. Hartin and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
SEE Petition No. 9.
N0. 313 - City Manager - recommending City of Niagara Falls request County of
Welland to allow them to purchase bed accommodation in Sunset Haven. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald, Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted
and the City of Niagara Falls request permission to purchase accommodation amounting
to forty beds.
SEE Resolution Number 106.
~. 314 - ~w_age Treatment Plant Members - recommendations from meetin held on
Pt P ord as soon as possible.
he Townshi of Stamf g g joint meeting with
~. 315 '__City Manager - Annual Convention of Canadian Institute on Sewage and
"itation . October 22nd. to 25th. 1961. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley
and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
316 - Deputy City Clerk - recommending issuance of licenets. ORDERED on the
lte~ o~ AId, McKinley and Ald. F, Martin that the report be received, adopted and
e8 issued accordingly.
Laid over from the previous meetisiS;
PETITIONS
No. 9 - _M~_t ~._ ~., ~not[~&_6qLker~ - objecting to conditions at 1731 Stanley Avenue.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald, C. Martin and Ald, Swayze that the petition be received
and filed.
SF~L.No. 312.
~h~ fo~lloJjp~ ~itjo~,wa~pr_~s__ente~;
No, 10 - HarrX~t93_em~n~_CB.,A,Service Stationl - and 14 other Service Station
Operators - objecting to request of Dr, Davidson for amendment to by-law, ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId, McCallum that the petition be received and
filed.
SEE Report NO, 310.
RESOLUTIONS
The following Resolutions were passed;
No. 105 - G.MARTIN - MCKINLEY - RESOLVED that the Council of the Co~poration of the
City of Niagara Falls petition the Department of Highways of the Province of Ontario
for an interim grant under The Highway Improvement Act on expenditures made during
the period of January 1st. to August 31st. 1961; and the Seal of the Corporation be
hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously,
No. 106 - MORTON - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that the City of Niagara Falls request the
County of Welland to permlt the said City to purchase accommodation at Sunset Haven,
amounting to forty beds when Sunset Haven has been enlarged to a capacity of 300 beds;
and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
BY-hlWS
~]~e ~?lJ~pwjnJ~y~-~w~ w~ey_e_ passed;
No. 6072 - To authorize the execution of a deed and an easement for sewer.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. Morton that Aid. G.
Martin be granted the privilege c~ introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. C. Hartin and AId. F. Martin that Rule
36 (2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. McCallum and AId. F. Martin - Carried UnanimouSly~
No. 6073 - To appoint a member of the Niagara Falls and Suburban ~lanning Board.
ORDERED on the motion of AId, C. Bartin and AId. Swayze that Aid. F.
Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the.by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. F. Martin and AId. Norton that Rule
36 (2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId, Morton and AId, McKinley - Carried Unanimously,
No, 6074 - To amend By-law Number 3790, being a by-law for the regulation of traffic.
ORDERED outhe motion of AId. McKinley and AId. F. Martin that AId.
Swayze be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be gives
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId. F. Martin that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. F. Martin and AId. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald, McKinley and Ald.
Swayze.
~AD AI~D ADOPTED, 25th. September, 1961.
Deputy .... a~ ...~7.,~· .
Clerk ," ', ...........
' · . Mayor.
FIK~NCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
18th. September, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on September 18th, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
~nd placed before them. All Members of the Conmittee were present with the exception
of AId. White. AId. McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted~ in the amount of $167,948.23 were approved by
the Committee.
'The Acoounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
0rde~ed placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion of
AId. ~. Martin and Ald. McKinley.
The Property Committeess report recommending the acceptance of the tender
0iS. Feldman and Son for the demolition of buildings at the Asphalt Plant, which
Provided for the payment eo the City of $452.00 was presented for consideration.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Rwayze and Ald. McKinley that the report be received
and adopted,
The Property Connitteess report on the application of the Harshira Judo
Club for permission to replace the existing building, was presented for consideration,
a{DERED on the motion of Ald, Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received
and adopted,
The City Manager's report on the application of Advisory Signs of Canada
to erect ten signs on the light standards at Loblaw Groceterias, 1~72 Main Street,
~s Presented for consideration, ORDERED on the
r,,n that the report be received and pe,ssienm:;i;: :f Miller and ld.
a e~e the erection of
sign; the Property Committee be requested to view the sign after its erection
~nd report back to Council. Prior to this, a motion by Ald. Swayze that the report
°f the City Manager be received and adopted, was not seconded.
The Co~m~lttee arose and r~ported back to Council on the motio~ of Aid. McKinley ~n~
Aid. Morton.
RgAD AND al)~PTED, ~th. September, 1961.
..... of
Deputy Clerk
COUNCIL M~ETING
Council Chamber,
1Bth. September, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Committee. All Members of Council were present with the exception
Ald. White. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
BY-IAW
The followin~__B1-__l~aw__Kas_~p_s_s__e_d;
No, 6075 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and AId. F. Martin that AId.
McCallum be Sranted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ala. Swayze that Rule
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. O. Nattin and Ald. F. !!artin - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin.
READ AND ADOFrED, 25th. September, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Mayor.
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
18th. September,1961.
The Connnittee of Council assembled in Conference, following the regular
Council and Finance Meetings on Mondays September 18th. 1961, for the purpose of
considering the items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were present~
with the exception of Ald. White. Mis Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
After consideration of the items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of Ald.
F, Martin and Ald. Swayze,
RFAD AND ADOPTED, 25th. September, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Chairman.
FORTY-SEVEgrH MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
25th.September,1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, September
25th. 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members
of Council were present. The Council, having reoeived and road the minutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton.
CO}~4UNICATIONS
No. 337 - William C. Booth - application for building permit for 70-unit motel on
Victoria A~enU~.' ~kDgl(~D on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the
communication be received and filed.
~EE R_~p9~_ ~o. 317.
No. 338 -Messrs. 9ala>ye~q~nj_C_h~$~9~l~ ' revised application for a motel permit.
ORDERED on'th'e ;gtion of AId. F. Martin and Ald. McKinley that the communication be
received and filed.
SEE Report ~o.. 318.
The followinkCp_~n~n~uB~tio~n_swJye~.presented;
No. 340 - pe~p~rt~n~_oJ_HiJhy~y~ - ad~sing of preparation of sign layout for Queen
Elizabeth Way and Stanley Avenue. O~ED on the motion of Aid. Mccallum and Ald.
Swayze that the coaunication be received and filed.
No. ~1 - To~ship, o(.~mfjrj - re Class 7 liesnee - Mr. Paul S. Oatrender. ORDERED
on the moti~b~ Ald. Morton and AId. McCallum that the coaunication be received and
filod.
SEE ~esj~uJi0n 107.
No. ~2 - Wolland East District Women's Institutes - requesting grant. ORDERED on the
motion of kl'~. M~ton and Ald. McCallum that the co~unication be received and referred
to the 1962 Budget C~ittee for consideration.
No. ~3 - FJllpj~y HosJ_~rJ~adJ - requesting donation towards Jackets for Juvenile
Baseball Team. ORD~D on the motion of Ald. M~allum and Ald. M~inley that the
co~unfcation be received and filed, the ~iter be notified of Council's policy in
this regard and that he be advised t~t the team will re,sire recognition at the next
Achievement Awards Dinner.
No. 344 - St. Patrick's Catholic Womenss Lea~ue - invitation to Testimonial Party
hunouting Father Raymond Buttnet. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.swayze
that the communication be received and filed, the invitation accepted, and as many
Members of Council as possible attend.
No. 345 - Downtown Businessmen's Association - requesting information re palmet Avenue
extension and Queen Street entrance. In {~s connection, the City Manager advised
that the Queen Street entrance at River Road had been considered and would be carried
out if weather conditions are favourable. Me also recommended that, with regard to
extension of Palmet Avenue, anything in this connection should be tabled until the
results of the current traffic survey are received. ORDERED on the motion of
and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received and filed and the Downtown Business
men~s Association be advised of the verbal report of the City Manager.
Ho. 346 - Fraser and Fraser - requesting building permit for motel be issued to Mr0
MillJam RolJak. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. MoKinley and Ald, Morton that the cow'
munioation be received and referred to the Property Committee lot a report,
No. 347 - ~._~Acres and Co. Ltd. - requesting decisions on various points for Sewage
Disposal Plant, ORDERED on the motion of Ald, McKinley and AId, F, Martin that the
communication be received and tabled and referred to the Joint meeting with the
Township of Stamford,
Ihe f011owin$_Re_qports were
N0. 317 - FrJRel~y_ Committee - recommending amendment to By-law No. 5149. ORDERED
on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and
adopted. (Carried -Ald. G. Martin contrary).
go, 318 - ~r~o~_rtJ_~o~n~p_it__t~e~e_ - recommending amendment to By-law No. 5149. ORDERED
0nthe motion of Ald. F. Martin and AId. McKinley that the report be received and
adopted. (Carried - AId. G. Martin contrary.)
~. 319 - Traffic Committee - reconnnending installation of parking meters on south
side of Ferry St. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the
report be received and adopted.
Me. 320 - ~_Co_n~nittee - re proposal of Dominion Electric Protection Company
~0 supply equipment to replace existing fire alarm system. ORDERED on the motion
~[ Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinley that the report be received and tabled for one week
for further consideration, (Carried, the vote beinE - Aye -Ald. Morton,McKinley,Faho
Martin and Swayze; Naye -Ald. McCallum, G. Martin and White). In this connection
it was ordered on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that Mr. Stanley Sills,
City Electrician and Fire Chief W. Wade be requested to attend the next meeting of
Council.
N0. 321 - DepUty Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion of
AId. McKinley and AYd~'Swayze that the report be received and adopted and licences
Issued accordingly,
MISCELLANEOU~
Ald. McKinley referred to a recent press report concerning By-law No.4775
and it was ordered on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the City
~nager present a complete report on this matter at the next Council meeting.
Ald. Morton referred to traffic conditions at the corner of Kttchener St.
m~dMacDonald Avenue and on motion of AId. Morton and Ald. Swayze the Traffic
~0mmtttee was requested to take the matter under advisement.
His Worship, Mayor Miller, advised that he had been contacted regarding
{nadvertisement in the Flyera' Hockey Programme and it was ordered on the motion of
AId. White and AId. Swayze that the matter be referred to the Chairman of Finance
~ith power to act.
His'Worship Mayor Miller also read a cormmunication he had received
financial assistance for the Daws Softball Team in their efforts to win
,ncial Title. ORDERED on the motion of AId. F. Martin and AId. Swayze
hat the communication be received and referred to the Joint Meeting this evening.
' Ald..McCallum-contrary).
RESOLUTION
~owing Resolution was passe~;
101 . McCALLUM - F.NARTIN - RESOLVED that the City Manager be directed to write
the Department o~ Transport requesting notification of any lioences issued for the
of helicopters when they affect the City of Niagara Falls, advice as to
flight plans, and requesting hours at which helicopters are allowed to fly;
Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimouply,__.
BY
By-law was passed;
To authorize the construction of sidewalks on Hamilton Street, Erie Avenue
and Main Street as local improvenears under the provisions of The Local
Improvement Act.
- AId, McKinley and AId, Morton - Carried Unanimously,
2C3
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Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId.
Swayze.
MAD AND ADOFrED, 2nd. October, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Mayor.
FII~NCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
25th. September, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on September 25th. 1961, for the purpose
of approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them, All Members of the Cosunittee were present. Ald. McCallum,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted in the amount of $102,137.43 were approved by
the ~ommittee.
The Accounts submitted, as amended, were ordered placed in the Money
By-law for presentation to the Council, on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Yah0
Martin. Prior to this action, it was ordered on the motion of AId. 0. Martin and
Mayor Miller that Vouchers 3164 and 3165 be deleted from the a~counts until such time
as the reports are dealt with in Conference.
The City Manager's report recommending the acceptance of the tender of
C. Parent for repairs to the roof at the Main Street Fire Hall, at an estimated cost
of $356.00, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the n~tion of Ald. Morton
and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application ofMr. Frank Fostl, to
construct a walk-in restaurant on the north-west side of Victoria Avenue, at an
estimated cost of $10,000.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion
of AId. Swayse and Ald, Morton that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. A. DiVito and Mr.
P. Decioco for a permit for the construction of six additional motel units at 605
River Roads at an estimated cost of $40~000,00, was presented for consideration.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and AId. Swayze that the report be received
and adopted,
The City Manager's report on the application ofMrs. H. McVicar for
a permit to construct an addition to the Grace Abbey Nursing Bome~ 2114 Culp Street,
at an estimated cost of $22s000.00, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the
motion of AId. Bwayze and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received and adopted.
The Clty Manager's report on the application of Niagara Dry Beverages
to erect a sign at 1431 Bridge Street, at an estimated cost of $300.00 was presented
for consideration, ORDERRD on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. Swayme that the
report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Niagara Dry Beverages
te erect a sign at 757 Epworth Place, at an estimated cost of $300.00 was presented
for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the
repvrt be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. Robert Keighan, to
erect two facet si'gns at 1662 North Main Street, at an estimated cost of $64.00 and
~36.00 respectively, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
'ze and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.'
The City Manager's report on the application of Mrs. Leathe Leonard to
¢0nstruct an addition to her store at 1889 Main Street, at an estimated cost of
$4,000.00 was presented for cnnsideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and
AId, Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
T~e Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
Morton.
AND ADOFrED, 2nd. October, 1961.
}eputy Clerk
COUNGIL NEETING
Council Chamber,
25th.September,1961. "
Tha Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
stings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approved by
tee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship Mayor Miller presided.
BY-~AW
By-laW was passed as amended;
- ~o provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Sway~e that AId. MeCallum
~R~anted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the byelaw, be given the first
' Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId, McCallum and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2) of
tegtandin~ Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
reading. , Carried Unanimously.
* AId. Swayze and AId. McCalldm - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 2nd. October, 1961,
Deputy Clerk
Mayor.
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
25th.September,1961,
The Committee of Council assembled in Conference, following th~ regular
Council' and Finance Meetings on Monday, September 25th. 1961, for the purpose of
considering the items presented to them, All Members of the Committee were present,
His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
After consideration of the items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of Aid.
McCallum and Ald. Faho Martin.
RFaXD-AND ADOPTED, 2nd. October, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Chairman,
JOIl~ ~STIN8
Council Chamber,
25th.September,1961'
A Joint Heeting Of the Councils of the City of Niagara Palls and the
Township of Stamford was held at 9.30 p.m. on Monday evening, September 25th. present
were His Worship Nayor Nillet and all members of the City Council and Reeve Hitchclean
and all members of the Township Council.
Rt8 WoRship Mayor Miller suggested that Alderman George Hartin, Chairmn
of the City's Committee on Sewage Treatment Plant, be chairman of the meeting.
AId. Gas. Martin referred to the report of H.G.Acres and Co. Ltd. of August
31st. 1961, on t he Sewage Disposal System, which had been delivered to all members of
both Councils and advised that the Committee had sat in with the Engineers of the City
and Township as well as Mr. J. A. MacKenzie of H. G. Acres and Co. Ltd. and studied
the report and then reported back to both Councils. He requested at this time that
Report Number 314 of the Joint Committee, dated September 18th. which had been referred
to the Joint Meeting, be read. Ald. Martin was of the opinion that the suggestions
contained therein were very clear and that Mr. MacKenzie was present to answer any
questions,
His Worship Mayor Miller queried as to the reason for the selection of
Scheme 4 and Mr. MacKenzie proceeded to explain in detail, indicating the Tables to
he found in the Sewage Disposal System Report of August 31st. dealt with comparisons
of different schemes and outlined the advantages of Scheme 4 over the others and
stated that it was the opinion with the cost figures presented the general feeling
was that it would be acceptable by Ontario Water Resources Commission.
AId. Gas. Martin referred to the fourth paragraph of Report Number 314 in *
which the Committee recommended that the two municipalities proceed with the construction
of the plant under their own power rather than utilizing the services of the Ontario
Water Resources Ccnmnission, and proceeded to explain that it was possible to apply to
the 0.W.R.C. to have the Plant constructed under that Commission; that they would own
the Plant and operate it rather than the two municipalities operating the Plant and
it was the feeling of the Committee that due to the fact that the operation of the
Filtration Plant has been most satisfactory and as this would be practically the same
type of operation and just as large a plant, it would be.preferable to make application
t0 Central Mortgage and Housing Corporation for the necessary loan and have the operation
of the Plant under the two municipalities; that it would be cheaper to operate the Plant
that way.
Reeve Mitchelson advised that the Stamford Committee had dealt very
thoroughly with the Report and the recommendations of the Committee were generally
in line with the thoughts of the Township Council.
Ald. Gas. Martin referred to the item in the report of September 18th.
uhtch suggested that the Council of each municipality willhave to determine the method
at which the annual charges for capital costs and operating costs will be assessed
and requested the City Manager to explain. The City Manager referred to Page 41 of
the Consulting Engineers' Report for an outline on various municipalities and their
methods in connection with charges and advised that his own thought was that on the
Treatment Plant, Capital Charges for the construction of the Plant should be charged
against the rateable property of the Municipalityj..The cost of operation should be
levied against water users of the community.
Th~ City Manager was of the opinion that there must be a by-law passed
mith regard to the discharge of industrial wastes into the sewage system, and a study
~mt be made to establish a rate schedule equitable to all consumers.
Following Mr. Orr's explanation, Ald. G. Martin was of the opinion that the
matter was now a problem for the Councils to deal with. He advised that the Joint
C0u~ittee unanimously agreed with the recommendations of the Consulting Engineers with
reference to Scheme Number 4.
His Worship Mayor Miller queried how the cost against the two municipalities
~aa to be determined and the City Manager advised that this phase would have to be
dealt with by the Joint Committee to report back to the Council.
The City Manager referred to a meeting with officials of Central Mortgage
andRousing Corporation last Friday. September 22rid. and the opinion of the officials
is, there were no major obstacles that would interfere with the municipalities
raining a loan from C.M.H,C., that 25 percent of the lean is written off If the
ant is completed by March 31st, 1963.
AId. George Martin indicaCed that the Joint Councils this evenin must
¢0 .nt tario a.r esourcee co,ission he£ore an approach esn
ral Mortgage and Housing Corporation.
Follo~ing further discussion, the following Resolution was passed;
2G8
RESOLUTION
No. 108 - GEORGE MARTIN - SEXSMITH - RESOLVED that the Councils of the City of
Niagara Pails and the Township o~"Stamford adopt Scheme Number 4, of the report of
H. G. Acres and Company, Limited, on the Sewage Disposal System as submitted in
August, 1961, as recommended by the Joint Committee, and that application be made
to the Ontario Water Resources Commission for a certificate of approval; and the
Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried qn~ap.imously,
COMMNICATION
Laid over from the Regular Council Meeting;
No. 347 - H. G. Acres and Company, Limited - requesting decisions on various points
for the Sewage'b~sp~sal Plant. His Worship the Mayor dealt with the couanunication
icem by item, requesting comments thereon, following which it was ordered on the
motion of Ald. George Martin and Councillor Scott that the communication be received
and referred to the Joint Committee for submission of a full report to the next
Joint Council Meeting. Carried Unanimously.
His Worship Mayor Miller then thanked the Reeve and Members of the
Township Council for their attendance and the Reeve in turn expressed appre~iation
to the Mayor.
The fol lowin~ ~Communication was then pye~s,9_n_tej.
No. 348 - Sjqrts EditorL~iagara Falls Evenin/Review - requesting financial
assistance foV~tball Team'~ ~i~ F~ Saa[6~. Marie. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and AId. McCallum that the communication be received and filed and
the writer be notified of Council's policy in this regard, Reeve Mitchelson advised
that the same action had been taken at the Stamford Council Meeting in view of the
fact that there was a three-Council.arrangement respecting Achievement Awards.
RESOIArIION
~he following Resolution was a~d;
No. 109 - MCGALLUM - MORTON - RESOLVED that His Worship the Mayor and the City
Treasurer be authorised to sign a cheque in the amount of $13,575.50 payable to the
Hydro-Electric Power Con~nission of Ontario, being the City's Qhare of the purchase
price of the Sewage Treatment Plant slice.and the Seal of the Corporation be beret0
affixed.
Carried UnanimouslY.
The Joint Meeting adjourned on the motion of AId. George Martin and AId. Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 2nd. October; 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Mayor.
_FSR~Ty -_E_IpHJM_ LtEE_TI~_h~_
Council Chamber,
2rid. October, 1961.
REGULAR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, October 2nd.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum.
COMMUNICATIONS
Laid over from the pr__e_v!o~us~_mp_~e~tin~K~
N0. 346 - Frj~s~ey~a~d__Fya~seF - requesting issuance of building permit to William
H01jak. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the communi-
cation be received and filed.
SJ~E~R~epS[t~_o.' 3~2_2.
The followinJ~ CJL~unications were pF_e~s_e_nt e~d;
N0. 349 - Ontario Association of Plumbin~g_ISs~p_e.c_to~rS~aSd._~_ff~_l_iates . appreciation.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the communication be
received and filed.
S0, 350 - Ghjld~reR'~id~SpSi~e_t~y - invitation to Annual Luncheon. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. Morton that the communication be received and
filed, the invitation accepted and as many members of Council as possible attend.
R0. 351 - Ni_~ara Peninsula Joint CoLL~n~At_e~o_nH~g~e~r~d~uc~op , requesting
meetingwith Council. ORDERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin ~nd AId. Morton
that the co~nunicatton be received and the ~iter be advised that Council will
mee~ with their delegation on October 16th. 7.30 p.m.
N0. 352 - N~aS~ara Palls Historical Museum Soci~tl - invitation to official opening
0fMuseum. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that the com-
munication be received and filed, the invitation accepted and as many members of
Council as possible attend.
~. 353 - Serbian Club - requesting installation of parking meter. ORDERED on the
~tion of AId. G. Martin and Alf. F. Martin that the communication be received and
referred to'the Traffic Committee for a report.
R0. 354 - Kinsmen Club o__~ Niagara Palls - requesting permission to hold Annual
Peanut Drive. ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. Swayze that the
communication be received and filed and permission granted.
~o. 355 - Sunset Haven - acknowledging resolution. ORDERED on the motion of AId.
Norton and Ald. SWay?e that thn communication be received and filed.
N0. 356 * D~artment of H.ighwa_y~ - re grade separation at Stanley Avenue and the
~ueen Elizabeth Way. ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId. Morton that
the connnunication be received and filed.
N0, 35~ - Lun~'s Lane Motel Owners - requesting consideration of petition previously
Presented r~eq~i~h~~ [o fu~[eer motels permits be issued, ORDERED on the motion
°lAId. O. Hartin and AId. Swayze that the co~nication be received and filed.
REPORTS
~id over from the previous meetingI
N0. 320 - Ep~ipment Committee - recommending proposal of Dominion Electric Protection
ComPanY to'~upply equipment to replace present fire alarm syntem. ORDERED on the
oI Ald. G. M artin and AId. ~cCallum that the report be received and adopted.
~t~S connection, the City Manager advised CounCil Of a eo~,~nicatton which had
been received from the Bell Telephone Company outlining the advantages of a centralized
reporting eys~emvhich could be supplied by
REPORTS
The following_ Repor~t~w~r~_presented;
No. 322 - P~rpp~I~l' C9_m~ni~FF' - recomending building permit be issued to Mrs. Riopsi
and W. Holjak for the construction of a motel, subject to certain conditions. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adont
No. 323 -~Tyg,~f~c. gpnnitt~9_- recommending MacDonald Avenue be made a through street.
Kitchener St. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be
received and adopted.
No. 324 - Cj~ ~la_nage~ - re By-law 4775 respecting Barber Shops. ORDERED on the moth
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
No. 325 - Deputy Clerk - advising of results of Ontario Municipal Board hearing
re By-law N6. ~0~ ~"bRDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that thi
report be received and filed.
No. 326 - Dep~.ty_~e~r~ - report on Conference held following the regular meeting on
September 25th. 1961. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze tha~
the report be received and adopted.
No. 327 - ~ep~y ~r~ - attaching application of A. Santagato, 1702 Drurmnond Road
for a Hawker and Pedlar Licence. In this connection, Mr. Samuel Ungaro was present
at the meeting and on motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin was permitted to
address Council. Mr. Ungaro explained in detail Mr. Santagato's plans, but inasmuch
as there was no change in the situation since his previous application was made, i~
was ordered on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the report be
received and filed and the licence be not granted.
No. 32{ - ~o~t_~.ey~~ committee - three recommendations from meeting held on
September 29th. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. F. ~rtin that the
report be placed on the agerids for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Mc-
Kinley and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and that Mr. W.S. 0rr,
City Manager, be named as Council's delegate to deal with the consultants on certain
matters.
VERBAL REPORT
Ald. F. Martin presented a verbal report on the meeting of the Joint
Achievement Award Committee which was held on October 2rid; 'He advised that the
Committee had discussed the matter of donating a trophy on behalf of the City of
Niagara Falls, the Township of Stamford and the Village of Chippaws, for Senior
Band Competition in the United Appeal Parade. This trophy would cost approximately
$50.00 and would be competed for annually. Ald. Martin advised that the Committee
members were prepared to recommend to their respective Councils that the trophy be
donated. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and AId. Swayze that the verbal
report be-received and adopted.
PETITION
The followi~Petition was presented.
No. 11 - F. W. Wdolworth CompanJLtd. and 7 others - requesting repeal of By-law
No. 2235. ORDERED on the motion of ~'1~ Morton and Ald. Swayze that the petition
be received and referred to the City Manager and City Solicitor for a report.
RESOLUTION
The followiqLR_e__solution was~passe.d~
No. 110 - MCKINLEY * MORTON - RESOLVED that the next regular meeting of the City
Council be held on Tuesday, October 10th, 1961 at 7.30 p.m; and the Seal of the
Corporation be hereto affixed.
(AId. Swayze-contrary). Car.~iJ~.
BY-IAW
The followin~ By*laws were passed;
No. 6077 * To amend By-lay Number 5149, regardinS tourist establishments.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and Ald. McKinley Chat Ald.F.Martin
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the 1st.
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. - Carried (Ald. G. Martin-contrary).
Third Reading -Ald. F. Martin and Ald. Swayze - Carried (Ald. G. Martin-contrary).
N0. 6078 - To amend By-law Number 5149, regarding tourist establishments.
C~DERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. Morton that Ald. F. Martin
be granted the Privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald, Swayze that Rule 36 (2) ~
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
~he second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and AId. Swayse - Carried Unanimously.
N0_~.607_J9 - To authorize the execution of a deed to Niagara Falls Museum Limited.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that Ald. McKinley
begranted the privilege of introducing the by*law and the by-law be given the 1st.
reading.. Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
0fthe Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
~he second reading - Carried Unanimously.
third Reading - AId. Morton and AId. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
~0rton.
~EAOAND ADOPTED, llth. October, 1961.
Clerk
FINANCE NESTING
Council Chamber,
2nd. October,1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on October 2nd. 1961, for the purpose of
and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
before them. All Hembets of the Conanittee were present. AId. McCallum,
o~ Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of $75,760.13, were approved by
Coa~ittee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the money By-law for presentation to the Council on the motion o£
AId. McKinley and Ald. Swayze.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Hatashita Judo
Club for a permit to construct a new building on their premises on Banker Street, a~
an estimated cost of $5,000.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. F. Martin that the ~eport be received and adopted.
The City'Manager's report on the'application of Mr. Harry Manos to
construct 17 motel units at 608 Bender Hill, at an estimated cost of $80,000.00
was presented for consideration, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Mayor
Miller that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. Domenico Ella,
to construct a dwelling on part of Lot 7, on the east side of Stanley Avenue, at
an estimated cost of $12,000.00, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on thc
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Thomas
Construction Company, for the construction of a motel at 1255-65 Ferry Street, at
an estimated cost of $100,000.00, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the re~ort be received'and adopted.
The City Manager presented a verbal report on the application of Martin
and Ruth Sllvan for a permit to erect a sign advertising Martyrs Men~s Wear at 1645
Ferry Street. The size of the sign will be 8' by 2' and the estimated cost is $15,00.
He recommended the issuance of the permit. O~DERED on the motion of Mayor Miller and
Ald. Swayze that the verbal report be received and adopted.
The City Manager presented a verbal report recommending that the City
of Niagara Falls enter into ~n agreement with Startfield, Johnson and Hill Limited,
Toronto, Ontario, for the installation of a Spottimer at the Niagara Falls Memorial
Arena replacing the clock presently in use. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley
and AId. G. Martln that the verbal report of the City Manager be received and adopted
an~ the agreement entered into.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId.
White.
READ AND ADOPTED, llth. October, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
COUNCILMEETING
Council Chamber,
2rid. October,1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for tbe purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship,Mayor
Miller, presided.
The followlump_y-law was_p~Ae_d;
N0. 6080 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. McKinley that Rule 36 (2)
0f the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Swayze and Ald. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned on the motion of Ald. McCallurn and AId. Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, llth. October, 1961.
Deputy Clerk '
Mayor .
FORTY-NINTH MEETING
REGU~IR MEETING
Council Chamber,
llth.October,1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Wednesday,
October llth, 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. .,11
Members of Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes
of the previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Swayze and AId.Morton.
CO}R4UNICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No. 353 ~ S~erbian Club - requesting installation of parking meter. ORDERED on the
motion of AId. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the eonmunication be received and
filed and the report of the Traffic Cor~nittee be adopted.
SEE Report No.329.
The following Cormnunications were presented;
No. 358 - Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce - invitation to Second Annual Tourist
Seminar. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum that the Communi-
cation be received and filed and as many members of Council as possible attend.
No. 359 - Town ofWgston - resolution re Pedestrian Crossovers. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McKinley that the resolution be received and referred to
the Traffic Committee for a report.
No. 360 - Town of WhitbX - resolution re speed limits in school zones. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. McKinley that the resolution be received and
referred to the Traffic eounittee for a report.
No. 361 - Provipcia~l En_gLneering Ltd. - requesting permission to purchase portion
of lane. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. O. Martin that the conmuni-
cation be received and referred to the Property Committee for a report.
No. 362 - Nia~_r_a__Falls Jewish Sisterhood - re benches to be installed at .bus s. tops.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton thai the communication be
received and referred to the Traffic Conmnittee for a further report.
No. 363 - Niagara Palls Suburban Roads Commission - report on activities of Com-
mission. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. C. Martin and Ald. Swayze that the
communication be received and filed and a letter of thanks be forwarded to Mr.
Silverlock.
No. 364 - Pearce Si~n_s - re installatio~ of refuse containers. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald, G. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the communication be received and
filed and permission be not granted.
In this connection, it was further ordered on the motion of Ald. O. Martin and AId.
McKinley that the Traffic Committee take the matter of refuse containers under
advisement and submit a report to Council.
REPORTS
T__h~ following Reports were presentedl
No. 329 - Traffic Committee - recommending taxi stand be made available for
Serbian Church on Sunday. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. F. Martin
that the report be received and adopted.
No. 330 - City Manager - re petition asking for repeal of By-law No. 2235. ORDERED
on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId, McKinley that the report be received and filed
and the petitioners and representatives of the Bustnessmen's Associations be request~
to meet with the City Council to discuss this matter,
No. 331 - _Pro~_e~t~XJommittee _ additional land for parking for Memorial Arena.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the report be received
and referred to Conference.
No. 332 - Tra~f~9~Co_m/n~i_tt__e~ - recommending parking be permitted on both sides of
Jepson Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the
report be received and adopted.
No. 333 - City~ia~n~ge[ - recommending lease be signed (Baldin). ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
No. 334 - ~ty EnJ~_ne~e~ - River Road, Otter Street and River Lane Sewers.
~DERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that the report be
received and adopted.
SEE Resolution No 111
No. 335 - 9itx En$i~neer - 6-inch watermain - Acheson.Avenue.
No. 336 - Cit~ Engineer - 6-inch watermain - Hickson Avenue.
No. 337 - ~7~.V. ne~'- 6-inch watermain - Dawlish Avenue. t
No. 338 - Cljy EnJ~neer - 6-inch watermain - Second Avenue, ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. G. Martin and Xld. Morton that Reports Nos. 335,336,337 and 338 be
considered together. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. F. Martin
that the reports be received and adopted.
S~EK Re~o~u~pp_~o .112
No. 339 - DJ~u_t]_ Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and
liceaces issued accordingly, with the deletion of the application of Max Mayefsky
for an Auctioneer.s Liceace which is to be tabled pending a report from the City
Manager.
P~ETj~TION
~aid ov~e.r from the~revious meeting;
No. 11 - F.W.Woolworth Co.__Limited and 7 others - requesting repeal of By-law No.
2235. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. S'wayze and Ald. McKinley that the petition
be received and tabled and the petitioners and representatives of the Business
men's Associations be requested to meet with the City Council to discuss this
matter.
BEE .~e/ort No. 330.
BE_SOLUTIONS
!he following Resolutions were passed;
No. 111 - G__L~RTiN _ F. MARTIN - RESOLVED that Report No. 334, recommending the
~nstruction of combi~e~sewers on River Road from Seneca Street to Otter Street;
Otter Street from River Road to Ontario Avenue; and River Lane from Otter Street
Co 373 feet south of Otter Street, be received and adopted and the work be
Proceeded with; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carri~e__dU~n~Jmous~y~
N0. 112 - NcC~_~LUM - F.~TIN - RESOLVED that Report No. 335, recommending the
construction of a watermain on Acheson Avenue from Ferguson Street to Leader Lane;
Report No. 336, recommending the construction of a watermain on Hickson avenue
fr0mButtrey Street to Leader Lane; Report No. 337, recommending the construction
of a watermain on Dawlish AVenue from Murray Street to Symmes Street; and Report
N0. 338, recommending the construction of a watermain on Second Avenue from Bridge
Sirset to Hamilton Street, be received and adopted and the work be proceeded with;
and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS
AId. G. Na~ttn presented a verbal report on a recent meeting he had
artended of the Joint Unemployment Committee, advising that he was pleased to
report to Council that the employment picture in Niagara Falls during September
~as the brightest it has been in the last five years.
BY-I~WS
_T_h~e._fol~l?wing~By2_l.aY?, Y?F_e. pAss__e~;
No. 6070 - To close and sell a portion of Slater Avenue (formerly Fifth Street) and
McGrail Avenue ( formerly Ann Street).
Third Reading - AId. G. Martin and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6081 - To amend By-law Number 3791, being a by-law designating through highways.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that AId.
Swayze be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and Ald. G. Martin that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. White - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6082 - To authorize the execution of a lease.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and AId. G. Martin that Aid. F.
Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
~DERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. Morton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. Morton and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Ald.
Swayze.
RE~,I) AND ADOPTED, 16th. October, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
11 th. October, 1961
The Finance Meeting was held on October llth, 1961, for the
of approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present. Ald. McCallum,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of $48,377,14 were approved
by the Con~itteeo
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, ~ere
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council on the motioe o~
AId. McKinley and AId. F. Martin.
The Property Committee's report on the application of Mr. Gerald
Thomas for the construction of a 24-unit motel at 1255-65 Ferry Street, was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. F.
Mattln that the report be received and adopted, ( Carried -Ald. G. Martin-
contrary).
The Property Committee's report on the application of Mr. Domenice
Elia to construct a dwelling on part of Lot 7 on the east side of Stanley Avenue,
at an estimated cost of $12,O00.00, was presented for consideration. A motion
byAld.FMartin and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and referred to
Conference was defeated. the vote being Aye -Ald, F. Martin and Swayze; Naye-
Ald. Morton, White, McKinley, Mayor Miller. An amendment by Ald. G. Martin and
Mayor Miller that the report be received and filed and permission be not granted
was carried, the vote being - Aye - Mayor Miller, Ald. Morton, White, McKinley,
and C. Martin; Naye- Ald. F. Martin and Swayze,
The Property Committee's report on the application of Mr. Lucien
Brazeau to construct a carport at 1345 Cedar Street, was presented for consideration.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received
and adopted. ( Carried - Mayor Miller contrary).
The Property Committee~s report on the application of Mr. Murray Exelby
to construct a carport at 1415 River Lane, was presented for consideration.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId. Morton that the report be received
and adopted. (Carried - Mayor Miller contrary).
The City Manager's report on the application of National Bakery, 1740
Ellen Avenue to erect a sign, at an estimated cost of $250,00 was presented for
consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Mayar Miller that the
report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Gino Spirehello, 1425
Victoria Avenue, to erect a sign, at an estimated cost of $55.00 was presented
for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the
report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Royal Bank of
Canada to erect three facet signs at their premises at Victoria Avenue and Centre
Street, at an estimated cost of $4,000.00 was presented for consideration.ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and
adopted.
AId. McCallum referred to the fact that the Township of Stamford was
gathering information for a new sign by-law and suggested that possibly the City
ef Niagar~ Falls should appoint a Committee to meet with them or that the matter
could be referred to the next joint meeting for discussion.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
AId. F. Martin.
R~D AND ADOFEED, 16th. October, 1961.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
llth.October,1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council a~
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship,
Mayor Miller, presided.
BY-LXW
~e%_o~OV~_By,-~~
Me. 6083 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin thac .,ld,
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the firat reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motiQn of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule ~6
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton - Carried Unanimously.
The Property Committee were asked to submit a recommendation to the
next meeting of Council as to the price of the lands to be conveyed to the Separate
School Board at Slater Avenue and McGrail Avenue.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald. Morton and Aldl McKinley.
READ AND ADOPTED, 16th. October, 1961.
Deputy Clerk Mayor.
COI~ERENCE
Council Chamber,
llth.October,1961'
The Committee of Council assembled in Conference, following the
regular Council and Finance Meetings on Wednesday, October llth, 1961, for the
purpose of considering the items presented to them. All Members of the Committee
were present. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
After consideration of the items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of Ald.Fah0
Martin and Ald. gwayze.
READ AND XDOPTED 16th. Octob'er,1961.
,
Deputy C Chairman'
Council Chamber,
'25th October, 1961.
~e Court of Revision on the Assessment Roll comenced sitting at 10:00 A.M., Wednesday,
October 25th, 1961, and held an adjourned meeting on Wednesday, November 1st, 1961,
~ich the following action was taken on the respective appeals:
w~mbers present.. A. Benson, Chairman, A.F. Sheppard, H.H.
{0Ll PoLl
N~0.~ .No ,,
2
A. Distilio
156 Portage Road
Re_~cting
479 Ferguson St.
Decision of Cour~
Dismissed.
2
2
Broderick & Burneft Scobiets Transport Dismissed.
365 Queen St. 564 Ferguson St. ' ·
V. Carefoot
93 ~/elland Ave.
;?6
3 Meats & Williams
601 Erie Avenue
601-610 Erie Ave.
Martin, Calvert,
Bates & Shepp~rd
520 Queen St.
H,C, Pattinson
624-26Erie Ave.
Reduce building assessmen~
$100.00 '
.De6ision reserved
(See November 1st court)
Decision reserved
(See November let court)
3
3
3
4
8
9
lo
10
Rosberg Stores Ltd. 638-56 Erie Ave.
656 Erie Ave.
Rosberg Stores Ltd. 331-337 Queen St.
656 Erie Ave.
Rosberg Stores Ltd. 319-327 Queen St.
656 Erie Ave.
Margaret Bell
John Briscall
A. Hem
E, BehaJski
1637 Woodland ~lvd.
496 Bridge St.
566 Victoria Ave.
543 Sixth Ave.
784 Erie Ave.
Besberg Stores Ltd. 448-452 Queen St.
656 Erie Ave.
Samuel Ford
~ar~in, Calvert,
Bates & 3heppard
~20 Queen St.
P, & A, Tudin~
12 O, & C.
435 ~e ~' S,
~ D, ~rabito
~07 Siretoe St.
Benjamin 6love &
Canvas Coods Ltd,
518 F. rl.ls
676 Huron Street
90~ RAckley Ave.
597 mns
~06 Victoria Averse
DeCision reserved
(See November 1st court)
Decision reserved
(See NoVember 1st court)
Decision reserved
(See November 1st court)
Dismissed,
Dismissed.
Dismissed.
~smissed.
Withdrawn.
Dismissed.
Allowed - 40 feet plus one-half
of lO-foot right-of-way
Dismissed.
Rlilding assessment reduced
$4, .0o
Dismiese~.
Recomme~ m~sion in ~sessme~
~"erelal - ~,~0.
Reside~i~ ~.1~0.
Roll
2~83
2537
2723
2866
28TA
2949
3394
3602
38ll
3992
~285
~286
~287
~289
~290
~291
&431
/+599
~617
~73o
/489o
/+962
PoLl
No~pa~ Appellant Resvectin~
12 D. Morabito 906 Victoria Ave.
13 A. & E. Berlingeri 940 Huron St.
14 R. & V. Reid
S. & J. Roberrs
Clara Eo Gillies
Mrs. D, Gordon
18 L.J. Saddler
19 W.A. Stead
1491 River Road'
20 M. Demizio
22 Mrs. E. Hopkins
23 Mrs. A.R. Bossey
J.T. Pattinson '
J. & J. Broderick
R. & H. Moynihan
P. Gennaro
24 Mary Shugg
Martin, Calvert,
Bates & Sheppard
'520 Queen
25 ~Fosep~ Glynn
25 Edward Robinson
25
26
26
27
27
28
28
Elizabeth Stokes
D. & M. Evans
C. Fonseca
81 Bartos Drive
Oakville, Ont.
J. & L. PattersSn
A. Palumbo
G, & Eo Earkas
V, Pugliese
M, & M, Lueiani
1058 Huron St,
843 Second Avenue
877 Second Ave.
1132 Willmort
325 Otter St.
465 Philip Street
1029 St. Clalr Ave.
687 Armoury St.
674 Eastwood Cres.
889 Armoury St.
879 Armoury St.
873 Armoury St.
857 Armoury
847 Armoury St.
Dr. C.J. Locke
878 Armoury
997 Armoury St.
995 Jepson St.
ll~A Third A~e,
998 Valle~wai
120/+ Jepson St.
1122 Jepson St.
1313 McRae St.
1315 Slater A.ve.
· 951 Kitchener St.
879 Kitohener
Decision of Court
Dismissed.
Reduction of $250.00 on
building assessment.
Decision reserved
(See November 1st court)
Dismissed
Dismissed
Reduction of '$80.00 on
building assessment
Dismissed
Reduction of $790.00 on
building assessment
~ismiss~d
Dismissed
Reduction of $130.00 on
building assessment
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Reduction of $280.00 on
building. assessment
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Reduction of $160.00 on
building' assessment
Dis~ssea
Reduction of $50.00 on
building' assessment
Dismisse~
R011
5193-%A
5356
5377
5~
5715
63~
29
29
~p~ant R~es!oAct in~
N. BeLlio 1~25 Victoria Ave.
MotorviLle Car Sales 18~5 Victoria Ave.
& Service Ltd.
698 Ontario Ave.
Toronto General 1731 Victoria Ave.
Trusts
253 Bay St., Toronto
29 Canadian Corps,
Unit
31 Rev. E. Michetti
31 V. & E. Rinaldo
'33 Fraser & Fraser
677 Ontario Ave..
34 Peter Arsenault
I 34 Grace Phillips
P.O. Box
Queenston, Ont.
6~33 %
6572 35
6573 35
658~ 35
36
. 1633 Victoria Ave.
Jack Ceminara.
J. Riopel
4988 Lundy, s Lane
1740 .Buchanan Ave.
1679 Lombard Ave.
Grace Geary Estate
18/j+ Main St.
175o Drun~nd Road
1753 Hanas Ave.
1837 Main St.
13~2 Ferry St.
B. HolJak 135~ Ferry
4988 Lundy, s Lane
Anthony Mitchell
-1/420 Ferry St.
J. Galotta
2~26 Burdett ~rtve
Jos~h Dennis Jr.
L,J. DeW
2451 Russell St~
37 Angelo Pasco
Murray St. at
Buchanan Ave.
MAwray Street
1520 Feh-y St.
2146 Azz~m' Ave.
1652 Peer St..
~3 38 Ella Roe
?101 38 LaMarsh & LaMarsh
1881 Ferry
38 J.C. Riamonte Co.
Ltd.
1896 Valleyway
I, & J, Vuono
~31 22 Nenx7 TenBroec~
~2~ 39 ~illiam Mitchi~son
A, & So Boncore
2087 Main St.
1909-13 Nain St,
2201 Orchard Ave,
727 Jepson St,
2300 Wentworth Ave,
D~ep~i_s_i~n~o~
Adjourned to November 1st
Dismissed
Adjourned to November 1st
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Adjourned to November 1st
DismisBed
ALlowed - Separate School Support
Allowed - Separate School Support
Dismissed
Dismissed
Allowed - Separate School Support
Dismissed
Reduction of $5~0.00 on building
assessment
Dismissed
Adjourned to November 1st
Adjourned to November 1st
Dismissed
E~smissed
Dismissed
RoLl PoLl
Real Property Appeals under Sect~i_on~_l_
~O3A 2
679 3
SS3 4
9
n
22
~063 22
7o97-8 38
A. Distilio ,
156 Portage Road
H.C. Pattimson
Margaret Campagna
581 Queen Street
Toronto-Dominion
Ronald Larmomi
473 Ferguson St.
624-626 Erie Ave.
583 Queen st.
366 Queen St.
692 St. Lawrence Ave.
Flamboro Realty Ltd. 778 Jepson St.
698 Ontario Ave.
Thelma Hurd
R.F. Zimnerman
· 674R~erson Cres.
Drun~ond Nfl] Church
2156 McKenzie Place
_B~s~iness Appeals under Section 131
tK36 3 H.C. Pattinson - 624-626 Erie Ave.
B1036 29 John Kinghorn 1683 Victoria Ave.
2289 Pinegrove Ave.
83]02 31 Victoria Motors Ltd. Magdalen Street
1875 Victoria Ave.
ADJ.O_UR~ED COURT - November 1st, 1961
676 3
}{ears & Willtams Ltd. 6(J)-610 Erie Ave.'
601 Erie Ave.
679 3
Hartin, Calvert,
Bates & 8heppard .
520 Queen Street
H.C. Pattinson
624-626 Erie Ave.
682-84 . 3
Mosberg Stores Ltd..638-656 Erie Ave.
638-56Erie Ave.
3
Mosberg Stores Ltd. 331-337 Queen St.
656 Erie Ave.
749 3
Resberg Stores Ltd..319-327 Queen St..
656 Erie Ave.
2723 14 R, & V. Reid
10~8 Huron
5193-9~A 28 LaHarsh & LaHarsh N. Bel]~o
1881 Ferr7 St. 1~25 Victoria Avee
5356 29 Toronto ~eneral 1731 Victoria Ave.
Trusts
253 Bay St. Toronto
63~A 34 Oraee pbtsl~pe 1753 Manan Ave.
P.O. Box 125
Queenston, 0nt.
Decision of Court
Reduced h5%
Refund - $96.70
Dismissed
Reduced A~%
· Refumi - $124.64
Dismissed
Dismissed
Allowed on buildings
Abatement - $67.~S
Dismissed
Abatement - $154.50
Dismissed
Abatement - $1?3.64
Refun~ - $1~.53
Reduction on building
$2, 570.00
Reduction of $6A0.00 on
building- assessment
Reduction of $7,280.000n
building assessment
Reduction of $3,320.000n
building assessment
Reduction of $1,020.000n
building assessment
Reduction of $~0.O0on
building assessment
Reduction of $100.000n
lami assessment
Dismissed
Dismissed
R011 Poll
7101 38
7~0 38
LaMarsh & LaMarsh
1881 Ferry St.
J.C. Biamonte Co.
Ltd.
1896 Valleyway
Sc~hool Support
193 1 M. Balion
~320 2 N.F. Separate
School Board
1571 8 F.D. Shriner
1950 9 L. Grigoroff
10 N.F. Separate
School Board
11 . ,,
2332 Ll . .
2~06 12 FsD. Shriner
-~953 , '16 M. B~l~on
3k95 17 N.F. Separate
School Board
3950
3~3
20 F,D, Shriner
21 F,I), Shriner
21 N,F, Separate.
School Board
2~. , ,,
25 FsD, 8hriner
R_esl~_c~ti_~g
Ao & S. Doncore
2087 ~in St.
1909-13 Main St.
_Dec_iSipp~ o_f ,CgB~rt
Dismdssed
Dismissed
M. Balion (0) Allowed
198 Terrace Ave.
L. Dugay (T) Allowed
455 ButtreySt.
J. Sharpe. (O) Allowed
1~14 Bridge St.
L. Grigorqff (T) Allowed
538 Huron St.
M, Jones (T) Allowed
840 Ontario Ave.
R. Quinn (T) mowed
681 Huron'St.
W. Marno (T) Allowed
798 Queen 'St.
D. McNair (T) Allowed
796 Victoria Ave.
O. Sab,ados (0) ALlow~l..
, 637 ml!s St.
N. Balion. (O) Allowed.
1346 Cedar St.
J, 01isse. (T) Allowed
, 1200 NorrisonSt,
M. Wo,,~re, (T) Allowed
375 Otter St.
W. Shorun (0) mowed
645 ArmulySt.
M. Finch (0) Allowed
613 Rysrson Cres.
A. Spadarova (T) Allowed
1090 St. Lawrence Ave.
O,j, Lefebvre (T) ALl. owed.
1257 Victoria Ave.
A. (0) mowed.
1077 Jepeon St.
Jack O'Hannesin (T) Allowed
1260 Stuart Ave,
I{oll Poll
No_,_ No.__ Appellant
SCHOOL SUPm~ (con~.)
5114 28 N.F. Separate
School Beard
5188 28 " "
5212 29 " "
5590 30 " "
5747 31 " "
~866 32 " "
6027 32 " "
6071 33 " "
6387 34 " "
6520 35 " "
6536 35 " "
TAO1 38 " "
7125 39 F.D. Shriner
7139 39 N.F. Separate
School Beard
7191 39 " "
7211 39 " "
7232 39 " "
Respecting
Decision of Court -
P. Dmnais (T) Allowed
908 Robert St.- . ,
P. Vitals (O) Allowed
1204 Stamford St.
E. Crete (T) Dismissed
1015 CentreSt.
F. Calagiori (T) ALlowed
17~1 McGrail Ave.
V. Carlusci (T) Allowed.
1659 Slater Ave.
G. solute- (T) mowed-
1655 Ferry St.
H. Ploszcsansky (O) Allowed-
1719 StanleyAve.
P. Police. (T) Allowed'
'1759EmerySt.
J. Olynik, (O) Allowed-
1642 Lowell Ave.
8.M. Hubu~t (T) Allowed
· 2039 Buchanan Ave,
F. Costa - (T) ALlowed
· 19~7 Clark Ave.
A. Bencore (O) Allowed
2087 Main St.
Thos. Barnett Estat~ (O) Allowed
1916 Culp St.
M. Czir~usz (T) Allowed
1895 Doleware Ave.
M. Hickey, (T) Allowed
2235 Main St.
o. Lombar~i (o) mowed
' 1937 Murray St.
E. S~tmanovich (T) Allowed.
1697 Murray St.
Real Property A]:~c~eals u~der Section
254 2
277-99 2
131
Francesco Pizzicarola 75 Broughton Ave.
Provincial Engineering 674 Ferguson St.
Co, Ltd,
Provincial Engineering 674 Ferguson ~,
CO. Ltd,
· a Roll
1518'23
~0
8O2
1906
- 2376
2478-9
3490
5654
5?30
~9
31
PoLl
No,
2
3'
4
.4
4
.9
6101 33
43~ ' )4
~73 35
Ap~_llant_ _R~.~s~ect~g ~p!sioA o_r_ cp._u~t_
Mrs. Falen F. Brown Glenview United Church Allowed
182 May Ave. 85 Stanton Ave.. Refund - $76.96
International
Cooperage of Canada
Ben Yuhasz
722A Bridge St.
Crawford, Smith
& Sw~] low
662 Queen St.
227 Park St.
724 Rridg~ St.
739-743 Queen St.
Allowed
Rofund - $4.87
Abatement - $123.10
Allowed
Abatement - $77.43
Allowed
Abatement - $231.45
Frederick Burns
Dorris L. Folster
1OO3 ArmourySt.
615 Queen St,
615 Queen .St,
Allowed
Abatement - $30.97
9ismis~ed
Arnold Smith
R.R. #1,
Niagara-on-the-Lake
W.T. McCallum,~.C.
Queen St.
591-3 Queen St.
461 Huron St.
G.E. Waters Niagara Rent-All
435 Portage Road S. 905 Buckley Ave.
ALlowed
Refund - $47.35
ALlowed
Refund - $6.22
Allowed
Abatement - $200.47
Abatemen~ - $ 90.95
T. Eaton Realty Co. 856-864 Victoria Ave. ALlowed
Toronto 1, 9nt. Refund - $~8.~8
J, & D, ChiareLla
~24 Victoria Ave,
J.B. Hopkins
673 Ontario Ave.
Martin, Calvert,
Bates & Shoppard
520 Queen St.
Refund- $45.~?
932 Victoria Ave. Allowed
Abatement - $56.36
Hilltop Cabins Allowed '
· Clifton H~u RefUnd - $~27.86
N.F. Separate School Allowed
Lots 9-16;29-3~,
nan 747
1%. Lots 4~,P2~ 653
1%, Lots 37,38
PLan 269
Bitore Developments
Ltd.
c/o N.F. Lumber
536 Portage Road
Palmet Avenue
Allowed
Abatement - $517.12
Hamilton PAnlay
Fish Ltd,
15 Jarvis St.
Hamilton, Ontario
1035-37 Centre ~t.
Allowed
Rei~Aml - $~1.96
Refund - $113.34
Martin Calvert
Bates ~ Sheppard
520Queen St.
Fraser & Fraser
677 Or~ario Ave,
David L, Webster
k~dliam HolJak
4~e8 lAmd~,8 4me
· N.F. Separate School
Baard
Magdalen, Slater and
~len Ave,
Grace Gear~ Estate
1844 Main
2179 Lundy,s Lane
1354 FerxT~t,
Allowed
Refund -
' ALlowed
Refund - $125,O5
Allowed
Reruncl -
Roll Poll
~, No,
6901 37
7097 S 38
7101 38
Respecting
Decision of Court
Coca-Cola Ltd.
90 Broadview Ave..
Toronto 8, Ontario
1808-1810 Robinson at. ALlowed
· Refixmi - $45.83
Refund - $106.92
R.F. ~.i...,e,,=~n Drunuond~Trtt-ehurc~btowed
See Court - Oct. 25 2156 ,v~cKenzie-Ptace~'Aba~emer~'r$t5~50
LaMarsh & LaMarsh' A. Boncore
1881 Main St. 2087Main Street '
Dismissed
B~siness Appeals Under Section 131
B20 1
E. Rogowski&
K. Zendel
351 Queen St.
B22
1 R.F. Zinmerman
2
2
James Savoie
193~ Culp St.
267 River Road
· J,R. Brown
227 River Road
519 Bridge St,
G. Zanini 121 Broughton Ave.
E105 3 Frances Ewings
232 Bridge St.
B131 3 F. Berilacque
78~ Second Ave.
B231 ~
B232 · A
s30~ ~'
m76 ~+
B~62 9
B502 .10
B501 10
B528 II,
B535 ~
B55A R.
58~Erie Ave.
V. Petersen
512 Main St. W.
Grinsby, Ontario
A. Storey
R.R. #3, Fenwick
595 St. Lawrence Ave.
670 Park St~
Mary OtNeill
~2~ Park St.
767 Queen St.
W.A. Cook 529 Queen
1009 Homewood Ave.
Barfried Enterprises 5~6 Q~een St.
Ltd.
285 Woolwich St.
Guelph, Ontario
james Harmon
1249 Jepson St.
535 Simcoe St.
A, LeRlanc
2558 OrchardAve.
535 8imcoe St,
Alfred Dane 6OSqueenSt.
1309 Portage Road
Chemical Workers,
Welland Works,
(NeF,) Credit Union
Ltd,
500 Po~age Re8~ N,
Queen
Oaz~i~nor Watson Ltd~7~8 VslleywaF
Tox~nto 1~ Ontario ~
Allowed
Abatement - $85.96
ALlowed
Abatement - $39.18
Allowed
Abatement - $51.83
Allowed
Abat. em~nt - $9.~8
ALlowed
Abaten~nt - $9.27
Allowed
Abatemer~ - $22.83
Allowed
Abatement - $16.59
Allowed
Abatement - $13.06
Allowed
Abatement - $6.85
Allo.ed
Abatemen~ - $276.92
Allowed
Abatement - $66.36
Allowed
Abatement - $2~.65
A31owed
Abatement - $16,86
Allowed
Abatement - $107,17
Allowed
Refund - $3%70
' RoL1 PoLl
: B~siness Appeals under Section ~13~1
B557 II
~especting
23
23
2~
Niagara Motive Supply 7~6 Valleyway
CO. Ltd.
18 Ontario Ave.
St. Catharines, Ont.
Stanley Ave.
751 VaLleyway
Dora Cullimore,M.D. 8~1 Victoria Ave.
]le!5 Victoria Ave.
Tibor Feurstein
367 Markham St.
Toronto, Ontario
935 Victoria Ave.
Victor Neilson
209 Portage Road
785-787 Secon~ Ave.
A3m Garbett
2051 CulpSt.
1391 Palmer Ave.
· Frank Beauty
973 Shirley Ave.
13~4 Victoria Ave.
Hugh Gamble
893 Jepson St.
B~28 27
~050 29
81262 35
John Sym 1275 Detroit Ave.
2055 Thorold Road-
Conrad Rheault 1845 Victoria Ave.
1703 Thorold Stone Rd.
R.F. Zimmerman for ]!:1:1: Ferry St.
Jnm~8 Craig,
· 3380 Marie Claude Ave.
' ~10-1 37 William Leskiw
2671 Stamford Green
Drive
20~2 Allen Ave.
· ~siness .Tax Arrears
667 H. Dickson
H. Dickson
J. Kwnshen
274Bridge St,
J. R~sk
670 Bridge St.
.6% H. [ktokson
· 679 H. Dickson
George Hillis
957 Bridge St.
A. Holland
631 Buokley Ave.
H, Dickson
B. S~sward
817 l~okley Ave,
peJi_si_o~n 9f~_Cp__u~t_
Allowed
Abatement - $252.5~
Allowed
Abatement - $~9.89
Allowed
Abatement - $79.37
Dismissed
Allowed
Abatement - $8.A2
Allowed
Abatement - $6.32
Allowed
Abatement - $254.9O
Allowed -
Abatement - $6.32
Allowed-
Abatement - $6.32
Allowed
Abatement- $8.00
Allowed -
A~atement - $18.70
Allowed
ibatement - $39.82
Allowed
Abatement - $870.31
Allowed
Abatement
1959 - $8.28
1960- $6~,22
Allowed
A~atement - $15.a
1957 - $43.50
1958 - S~4.95
1959 -
-. ............
Abatement - 16.25
Roll
6S9
695
697
TA3
716
725
75o
759
PoLl
No,
A_p~e_llant
H. Dickson
H. Dickson
H. Dickson
H. Dickson
H. Dickson
H. Dickson
H. Dickson
H. Dickson
H. Dickson
H. Dickson
781 H, Dickson
~Respecting
George Emery
2020 Clark Ave.
Fred Roux
5h9 Erie Ave.
J. Hoffman
1827 Falls Ave.
J. DeFazio
1!:1:1: Ferry St,, .
Hugh Gamble
893 Jepeon st.
Peter Kares
189h Main St.
Dennis Miller
2]]9 Main
Steve Slazh
673 Ontario Ave,
C. Beathe
666 Queen St.
Peter Riffle
535 S~mcoe St.
Cataract Cab
1785 Victoria Ave.
_Decision of Co~r~_
Allowed
Abatement - $.92
Allowed.
Abatement - $14.91
Allowed'
Abatement - ~2h.33
Allowed
Abatement - $4~11
Allowed
Abatement - $6. h9
ALlowed
Abatement - $58.29
Allowed
Abatement - $90.33
Allowed
Abatement
1959 -$7h.23
196o- $77.83
Allowed
Abatement - $177.70
Allowed
Abatement
· 9~ - $1o1.~
1959 - $101.87
1960 - $107.o6
AllowQd,,
Abatement
1955 - $22.05
The Court then adjourned.
SUrGeRY (F ACTION TAKEN BY THE COURT
Reduction inAssessment $21,5~O.00
Abatements and Refunds - Real Property under Section 131 3,137.03
· Business under Section 131 1,853.69
Business TaxArrears 2,00?.12
Certified correct,
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Reore~~
FIFTIETH MEETING
Council Chamber,
16th.October,1961.
REGULAR ~ETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p,m. on Monday, October 16th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze.
DEPUTATION
A delegation appeared before Council from the Niagara Peninsula Joint
Conmittee on Higher Education, consisting of Reeve Mitchelson, Chairman, Melvin
Swart, Warden of Welland County, Councillor Currie of Niagara-on-the-Lake, and
Ald. J. McNulty of St. Catharines. Reeve Mitchelson expressed appreciation for
the privilege of speaking to the Council and pointed out that Ald. George Martin
had also served faithfully and well on the Committee as the City Council's repre-
sentative.
A pamphlet entitled "Need for a University in the Niagara District" had
been distributed previously for Council's perusal and'the Reeve requested that the
Council endorse the report in principle and also the formation of a Citizens'
Committee, representative of a broad cross section of the residents of the Peninsula,
to proceed with the necessary steps to establish a University in the Niagara
Peninsula. He then requested that the Council submit committee nominees within the
next two weeks.
The Reeve stated that the work of the Joint Committee on Higher Education
had now come to an end and the next step would be the establishment of a Citizens'
Committee composed of dedicated citizens who would be faced with a great amount of
hard work and the problem of raising the money to meet the expenditures of such an
nndertaking. The Reeve referred to universities in other sections of the Province
and stressed the fact that the Joint Committee had established beyond doubt the need
for such facilities in the District. Warden Swart also spoke in support of the report
and Ald. Geo. Martin indicated his agreement with the Reeve and Warden and referred
to the great amount of time and effort put into the report by the Committee in
compiling the data.
His Worship Mayor Miller expressed appreciation to the Chairman and Members
of the Joint Comnittee for their fine presentation and advised that Council would
~resent the names of their nominees on October 30th.
C0~fi~UNICATIONS
Laid ove,_r from the previous meetinl[
~. 330 - Stamford Lions Club - requesting permission to purchase bingo number machine.
0~DERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the communiaation be
received and filed.
SEE Report Number 340.
N0. 359 - Town of Weston - resolution re Pedestrian Croesovers. ORDERED on the
e0~ion of Ald, Swayze and Ald. Morton that the communcation be received and filed.
SEE y~port No, 341.
~. 360 - Town of Whitby -' resolution recommending fifteen miles per hour speed
limit in school zones. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that
the communication be received and filed and the resolution endorsed. (Carried -
AId, White-contrary).
SEE Report No. 342.
N0. 351 - Provincial Engineering Ltd. - requesting permission to purchase portion
~ land. ~DERED on the motion o£ AId. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the communi-
cation be received and ~iled.
~EE. Report No. 343.
280
No. 362 - Ni~af~ara Falls Jewish Sisterhood - re benches to be installed at bus stops.
ORDERED on ~he motion of Ald. Morton and Aid. Swayze that the communication be
received and filed. SEE Repo~rt_ No.344.
%he ~llowing~ommunicati°ns were presented;
No. 365 - Board of Education - requesting meeting with Council, ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Mo~to~ll~ kl~', Sw'a~ze that the communication be received and filed and the
Board notified that Council will meet with them on Monday, October 30th, at 8.30 p.m.
No. 366 - T_o~wn.s~_ip_o.f_~iaKara - requesting preparation of agreement for renewal of
water agreement, O~ERED on the motion of Ald, G, Martin and Ald. Swayze that the
co~unication be received and filed and the new agreement prepared,
No, 36~ - To~shiRoj Stj~gr~ ' requesting appointment of Co~ittee to study
possibilit~ ~fldopting National Building Code, O~ERED on the motion of Ald. Mc-
Callum and Ald, F, ~rtin that the co~unication be received and filed and His
Worship the Mayor appoint a Co~ittee to meet with C~ittee No, 4 of the To%~ship
of Stamford to discuss this mtter.
No. 368 - Countl of Welland - advising of meeting to. be held to explain Bud Titles
System. ~6 o~'~¥ion of Ald, G, ~rtin and Ald, F, Mar'tin that the com-
munication be received and filed and Ald, Morton, the City Manager and Assessment
Co~issioner attend,
No. 369 - Qiy~! D3.f~n~_~CR-O~j~PaJoj - advising of siren installation programs.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. G, Martin that the comunication
be received and filed,
No, 370 - Civil Defence Co-Ordinator - advising of installation of Siren oH Hickson
Avenue, O~b'~ ~hl*~tfoj~Xfd. F. Martin and Ald. Morton that the co~unl-
eation be received and filed and permission granted, subject to the City Manager
beinE satisfied as to the location,
No, 371 - Cj~X _of Sarnia - resolution requesting Ontario Governcut to study
inspe¢tions and licensing of electrical contractors and electricians, ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald, McGallum that the co~unication be received and
filed and the resolution be not endorsed,
No, 372 - J, Badowski - re early closing hours of Service Stations, ORDERED on
motion of ~f~,'b','~tin and Ald, McKinley that the co~unication be received and
placed on the aEenda for the special meeting with the Busi~essmen's Associations
and that Mr, Badowski be notified as to when the meeting is ~einS held,
No, 373 - W, A, Sn~e~ - re fire slam syst~ and annexation, ~DERED on the motion
of Ald, G,%~in and Ald, Swayze that the c~nication ~e received and filed.
No, 374 - Scobie's Transport Ltd, - offer to purebassets 141,142 on Buttrey
Street and'~ 1~ on Welland Avenue, O~ERED on the motion of AId, F,Martin
and Ald, Morton that the co~unfcation be placed on the agenda, ORDERED on the
motion of Ald, G, ~rtin and AId, Swayze that the co~unication be received and
referred to theProperty 8o~ittee for a report.
REPORTS
The following Reports were presented;
No. 340 - Parks and Recreation Committee - recommending Bingo equipment be not
sold. ORDERED on the-motion of AId. McKinley and AId. Morton that the report be
received and adopted. SEE Commdnica__t~on 330
No. 341 - T~affic Committee - re resolution from Town of Weston regarding pedestria~
crosswalks. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report
be received andadopted. This motion was lost, the vote being Aye - AId. Swayze and
Norton; Nays ~ AId. g. Martin, G. Martin, McCallum, HcKinley and White.
SBE Communicati_o~ 359
No. 342.- Traffic Conmicros - recommending endorsation of reso~i~; ~ro~n of
~hitby re speed limits in dchool zones. ORDERBD on the motion of Ald. Swayse and
AId. Hotton that the report be received and adopted, (Carried - AId. White-contrarY)'
SBB'Cv~,~micatio.,~_3~6~
No, 343 - p~op~t~ ~p_L~n~Qe - recommending closing of lane and conveyance of
'land to Provincial Engineering Ltd. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and
AId. F, Martin that the report be rece~ ed and adopted, subject to the price
being approved by Council.
S~E ~on~nunication No.361.
No, 344 - TFaffic COm~_.i~tee - recommendations re request of Niagara Falls Jewish
Sisterhood to place benches at bus stops, ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Morton
and Ald, Swayze that the report be received and adopted, (Carried -Ald. White
contrary,)
N0. 345 - C!tX Manage~ - re application of Max Layefsky for Auctioneer's Ltcence.
~DERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. G. Martin that the report be
received and adopted, and licerice be not granted.
No. 346 -_T~r~f~!c ~o__mm_i~tee_- re refuse containers. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and filed. (Carried i AId.White
contrary).
No. 347 - ~Faf~i~ ~p~mm~.t_e~ - recormmending installation of "P" Signs. ORDERED on
the motion of AId. Swayze and A!d. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
This motion was lost, the vote being, Aye -Ald. Swayze, Morton, McKinley and
F. Martin; Naye- Ald. G. Martin, McCallum, White and Mayor Miller. Following a
discussion on the matter, it was ordered on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald.
G. Martin that the matter be referred back to the Traffic Committee for a further
report, taking into consideration the views expressedby various members of
Council. (Carried -Ald. Morton, Swayze and White,contrary).
No. 348 - Prgp~F.tx Corn~.~t~e~ - recommending tenders be called for demolition of
properties on Peer Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald.
McKinley that the report be received and adopted.
No. 349 - P_r~y~y_Cj~mmi~tt~e~ - recommending price for land to be conveyed to
Separate School Board on portion of Slater and MeGrail, ORDERED on the motion of
AId. F. Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 350 - P~r~jZQ~r_tX C~o~n~n~tj~ - recommending leasing of 232 and 238 Victoria Avenue.
~DERED on the motion ofAld. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received
and adopted.
No. 351 - Cj~y_M~n~g_e~ - advising of application of John Cank to erect 16-unit
motel on Lundy's Lane. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin
that the report be received and adopted.
N0.35~ - pgputy Cl~r~k_ - report on Conference of October llth, 1961. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. G. Martin that the report be received and
~dopted.
No. 353 - Deputl~lJr~k - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and AId. Morton that the report be received and adopted and
licences issued accordingly.
PEJI_T.ION
Th_~e fo~ll_9_wing Petition was presen__t_e_dI
N0. 12 - Rosberg's Department Store & T. Eaton Co. Ltd. - requesting repeal of
By-law No. 2235 re~pecting Department Stores. ORDERED on the motion of AId,Morton
andAld. McKinley that the petition be received and referred to the Special
Meeting of Council with the Businessmen's Associatiom to discuss the whole aspect
of early closing by-laws,
RESOLU%IONS
Th-Lefollowing Resolutions were passed;
~0. 113 - MORTON - McCALLUM - RESOLVED that the next regular meeting of Council
be held on Frfd~y,' Oc~O~'20th. 1961, at 5:00 p.m., and the Seal of the Cor-
Poration be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
No. 114 - McCALLUM - SWAYZE - RESOLVED that a message of sympathy on behalf of
His Worship' ~h~hayor'ahdhembers of the City Council be forwarded to the
family of the late Giocomo Cianflone, retired employee of the City of Niagara
Falls; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Car~i__e~_.p~ntmously.
The Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and
Ald. Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 20th. October, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Mayor.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
16th. October,1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on October 16th. 1961, for the purpose
of approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly
certified and placed before them. All Members of:the Cormnittee were present.
Ald, McCallum, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of $74,151.94 were approved
by the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, wuac
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and AId, Morton.
The Property Committee's report, on the application of Mr. Lucien
Brazeau to erect a carport at 1345 Cedar Street, was presented for consideration.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. ~. Martin and Ald. Swayae that the report be received
and adopted.
The Property Committee's report, on the application of Mr. Murray
Exelby, to erect a carport at 1415 River Lane, was presented for consideration.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. Morton 'that the report be received
and adopted.
The City Manager's report recommending that a permit be issued to
Colden Acres Properties to erect an office building on Lot 10 and Part of Lot 13,
on the north side of Queen Street, at an estimated cost o~ $25,000.00, was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Mayor Hiller
that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. James Waiters
for a permit to tear down 4 motel unite at his property at 1581 Murray Street and
replace same with a 10*unit motel~ at an estimated cost of $33~000.00~ was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion o~ Ald. g~ayze and Mayor
Miller that the report be received and adopted.
The Property Committee's report on the application of Mr. R. McGregory
to construct a leanto at 297 Sixth Avenue, was presented for consideration.
~DERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. G. Martin that the report be received
and adopted.
The Conmittee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and
AId. G. Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 20th. October, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
n of Finance,.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
16th.October,1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship
~yor Miller presided.
BY-LAW
T_he fol~lowf_nB' Bj.-lj_w~j_a~s passe_d_i
N_0. 608~4 - To provide monies for general purposes.
· ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId, F. Martin that AId.
McCallu; be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and AId. C. Martin that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Swayze and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned on the motion of AId. McCallum and Ald. Swayze.
R~DA~DADOPTED, 20th. October, 1961.
Puty Clerk,
Mayor.
284
FIFTY-FIRST MEETING
Council Chamber,
20th,October,1961.
REGULAR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October
20th. 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members
of Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Morton and ald. Swayze.
~L_a.i_d._oXeF._f!o_m' th_e. pF_e_v._i o_us ~ne~e t_in_g;
No. 374 - ~c~bi.%L~_Tyajsp_o/~ Ai~tej - offer to purchase Lots 141,142 on Buttrey
Street Nnd Lots 139, 140 on Welland Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F.
Martin and Ald. Swayze that the connnunication be received and filed.
SEj Renort NOL354.
Th_e Jo_l_ 1 oJj_nJl~Co__~_u_n_i c_a~t_ig_n_s' we~r_e p~Ke_se~n_t~e~d;
No. 375 - ~.. Q~mpgl~. Tg~t Mieux - requesting permission to address Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. Morton and Ald. Swayze that Mr. Grampolo be heard.
Mr. Grampolo asked Council toreconsider their decision on his application for an
Auctioneer's licenee and explained in detail his contemplated plans.
-Ald. White arrived at the meeting -
Following discussion, it was ordered on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze
that the matter be tabled for one week for consideration by members of Council and
for advice from the City Solicitor.
No. 376 - M+i_s_s_.J_.~v_. Ljarsh, M.P. - invitation to "At Home". ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. SwHyze that the communication be received and filed,
the invitation accepted and as many members of Council as possible, attend.
No. 377 - GFep~pF ~f~_a Association for Retarded Childre~ .- invitation to Dance.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that the communication be
received and filed} the invitation accepted, and as many members of Council as possible,
attend.
No. 378 - Branch 51, Royal Canadian Legion - requesting permission to hold Poppy Day,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. F. Martin that the communication be
received and filed and permission granted.
In this connection, His Worship the Mayor reminded the members of'Council of the
Annual Remembrance Day Service at the ~enotaph on November llth. and asked for the
co-operation of Council in Observance of |hid Day ~y attending the Service, if at all
possible. '
No. 379 - St. John's Volunteer Fire Department - appreciation. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Morton and AId. Swayze that the communication be received and filed and a
copy forwarded to Chief Wade. '
No. 380 - G_r~ate~rNJaga~a Home and School Council - requesting proclamation. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. F. H~rtin and AId. Morton that the communication be received and
filed and a joint proclamation issued.
No. 381 - 5curb End Business and Professional Men's Association - re parking meters
and parking lot. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the com-
munication be received and're~erred to the Traffic Committee for a report.' '
R~OR_~T~
Fh~ejollowing-~eJ~qr_t._s~5~ ~r~_t~;
N0. 354 - Proge~r~tX Committee . recommendations re request of Scobie's Transport Ltd.
to purchase property. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald, Swayze that
the report be received and adopted.
S_EE ~Cp~r~n_~un_ic_a_tion No.3]~
N0. 355 - C~i_tX.Man_9_~.a~r' - recommending additional street light on Startton Avenue.
CRDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the report be received
and adopted.
No. 356 - City ManaRer - recommending Mr. Lloyd Ellen|on attend canadian Institute
of Sanitary Inspectors' Conference. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald.
that the report be received and adopted.
|0, 357 - Pro~__Committee - recommending issuance of building permit to John Cank
for motel on Lundy's Lane. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin
that the report be received and adopted. This motion was lost, the vote being -
Aye -Ald. Morton, F. Martin, McKinley and White; Naye - AId. Swayze, McCallum, G.
Martin and Mayor Miller.
N0, 358 -~aBer _ advising of meeting with Assistant Director, Housing Branch,
~tario Department of'Commerce and Development re low rental housing projects.
0~ERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin that the report be received
and adopted and a meeting of Council be arranged with Mr. Bradley.
N0, 359 - CitM~e~r - recommending signing of Agreement with Dominion Electric
Protection Company for Fire Alarm Service. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G.Martin
andAld. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
AId. McKinley referred to the City Clerk, who was confined to hospital,
and thought the citizens should be made aware of his steady progress. His Worship
the Mayor advised Council that he was now convalescing at home.
AId. Morton presented a verbal report on the meeting of the County Council
which he at|ended in Welland on October 17th. when Mr. W. M. Megwood, Q.C., Director
Titles, explained the effect the land Titles System would have on registration
Properties in the County. Following a detailed explanation by the City Manager,
d. Morton advised that a report would be forthcoming and be made available to all
n~bers of Council.
'~ld. G. Martin referred to complaints he had received regarding the lack
eflighting in the vicinity of the Swimming Pool and the City Manager was instructed
~°~submit a report on remedying the situation.
His Worship the Mayor advised that he had appointed AId. C. Martin, AId.
the City Manager and the City Engineer as a Committee to work in conjunction
rh Committee No. 4 of the Township of Stamford and the Building Inspector, to discuss
ility of adopting the National Building Code~ with certain exceptions, for
theCity and the Township.
BY-IAW
~h-L~Al__owing By-law was passed;
' To amend By-law Number 5149, regarding tourist establishments.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. Morton that AId. F.Martin
~granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
· Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2) of
Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given |be
reading.. Carried (AId. O. Martin-contrary),
Reading ~ Ald. McCallUm and Ald. F. Martin - Carried (Ald. G.Martin-contrary).
Z ,
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.
Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 30th. October, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
20th.October, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on October 20th. 1961, for the purpose
of approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present. Ald. McCallum,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of $40,212.22 were approved
by the Comnittee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentati~n to the Council on the motion of
Ald. McKinley and Ald. G. Martin.
The City Handgerms report on the application of Mr. Vincent A. DeLorenz0
to construct an addition at 1719 Victoria Avenue, at an estimated cost of $15,000.00
was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.Swayze
that the report be received and adopted.
The Statement of Revenue and Expenditures for the period ending
September 30th, 1961,. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald,
C. Nattin and Ald. Morton that the report be received and tabled for one week for
the perusal of Council.
The City Manager presented a verbal report recommending the issuance of
a sign permit to Mrs, W. McLean for the Tan OrEbanter Motel, at an estimated cost of
$700.00. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId. Morton that the verbal rep0rc
be received and adopted,
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of AId. F. Martin and
AId. McCallum.
READ AND ADOFrED' 30th. October, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
20th.October,1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
IFinance bleetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the account
The followin__g
No.jg~ - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that Ald. Mc- .
Callurn be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given t~e
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
0f the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Ihird Reading - AId. Swayze and Ald. F. Martin - Carried Unanimously.
MISCELLANEOU_S_
The City Manager advised that Mr. Jones, Secretary of the Ontario Gymanfa
Ganu Association (Welsh Festival of Song), had contacted him with reference to the
annual Convention of this association. It is proposed to hold it in the City of
Niagara Falls annually providing some form of financial assistance can be given by
the municipality. Mr. Orr advised that in order to complete their arrangements, a
reply must be received by October 28th. Following discussion, it was agredd that
~ld. Morton and Ald. Swayze, Council~s representatives on the Tourist Committee of
zhe Chamber of Cormnerce, be authorized to bring this matter to the attention of the
?0uttst Committee with a view to ascertaining their reaction and then report back to
he City Manager by October 28th.
IC0uncil adjourned on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. McCallum.
~ADAND~DOpTED, 30th. October, 1961.
Mayor.
288
FIFTY-SECOND MEETING
Council Chamber,
30th.October,1961,
REGULAR}~ETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on blonday, October 30:h.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the previous
meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald, Swayze and Ald. Morton.
DEPUTATIONS
Mr. G. H. Bates of the firm of Martin, Calvert, Bates and Sheppard, was
at the meeting and on motion 6f Ald. McKinley and Ald. McCallum was permitted to
address Council. He spoke in connection with the application of Mrs. Helen Chernack,
owner of Lots 19 and 20 on River Road at the corner of Philip Street, for 'a reclassi-
fication of the same from Residential to Connercial, for purposes of motel constrecti0n,
which was before the Planning Board for consideration.
In referring to the Planning Board's recommendation that the application
be not approved, he was of the opinion that the Board did not take into consideration
that many of the pioperties on the street designated as residential'are actually im
the tourist business and in the off-season in the business of renting rooms, and Mr.
Bates was of the opinion that Council should study the area in general due to the
fact that the properties in the area serve tile tourist public. He pointed out the
accessibility of River Road to tourists and motels would give them modern-type of
accommodation rather than home-type accommodation. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Mc-
Callum and Ald. G. Martin that the communication be received and filed and permission
be not granted.
SEE Communication383.
Mr. J. Earl Missher was present at the meeting in connection with his
application for a Hawker and Pedlar licenee to sell the food supplement Nutrio-Bio
and on motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. Morton, he was permitted to address Council.
He was accompanied by Mr. Fox, agent of the organization, who was permitted to address
Council on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton. He explained to Council the
benefits of such a product. Council were advised that a similar appliation was refused
and for that reason, the Licensing Committee had 'not approved Mr. Misener~s application,
SEE Report No.
CO}R~UNICATIONS
Laid over from the prelous meeting;
No, 375 - Mr__,. G_~ampol_o~ Taut MieuX - re auction sale at 1685 Victoria Avenue, ORDERED
on the motion of Ald, G, Martin and Ald, F, Martin that no change be made in the
original motion and that no license be granted,
No, 381 - South End Business and Professional Men's ~ssociation.- re parking meters
and parking lot. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, White and Ald. Morton that the
communication be received and filed and the report of the Traffic Committee be
adopted.
S__E_E Report No.._3_6_0.,
The followi_nyzComamnications were presented;
No. 382 - Downtown Businessmen~s Association - requesting free parking for Christmas
Shoppers. ORDERED on the motion of Al."di".'.'.'.'.'_~te and Ald. G. Martin that the commuui'
cation be received and filed and permission be not granted.
No. 383 - Niagara Palls and Suburban Area Planning Board - Amendment Application
A-47, Helen Chernack, rec~mnending application be not recommended. ORDERED on the
motion of AId. McCallum and Ald. G. Martin that the communication be received and
filed and permission be not granted, (Carried - AId. Morton and Sw~yze contrary).
No. 384 - Barker Str~e__tHo_m~d Schoo; A~soc~{tion - appreciation. ORDERED on the
motion of AId. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and filed
and a copy forwarded to Chief Wade
N0. 385 - Fort Wi~li_a~,~ ~m_%rg~cy, Measures Committee - resolution protesting
intention of Russian Government to test 50 Megaton Hydrogen Bomb. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and AId. F. Martin that the communication be received and
filed.
REPORTS
Lhe fj_l, loj~in$ _R._ep_o. Lt_s' _w_e_r.~.JEr_e.s_e_n_t_e_d.;'
No. 360 - Traffic Committee - recommending free parking at the South End of the City
during Christmas Week be not granted. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and Ald.
Morton that the report be received and adopted.
No. 361 - Cit~ M__agager - suggesting deed be drawn conveying land formerly used for
landfill purposes to Township of Stamford. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Morton
and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
No. 362 - City Manager - recommending rebate of taxes to Nabisco on land used for
parking purposes. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Swayze and Ald. Morton that the
report be received and adopted.
N0. 363 - CitJMap~g~ - recommending Assessment and Taxation Service be purchased
f0rAssessment Department. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McCallum
that the report be received and adopted.
No. 364 - ~ityMan~ - recommending AId. G, Martin and City Manager attend meeting
of Personnel Groups in Kitchener, Nov. 17th. ORDERED on the motion of AId.McKinley
and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 365 - C_fty_~anager - re lights at Swimming Pool Grounds. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and filed.
N0. 366 - Traffic Committee - recommending erection of "P" signs. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
No. 367 - ~ity Engineer - Annual Meeting of Canadian Institute on Sewage and
Sanitation. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and AId. F. Martin that report
be received and filed.
N0, 368 - Dejuty City Clerk - recommending issuance of lieantes. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald, Swayze that the report be received and adopted and
licenc~s issued accordingly.
N0. 369 - Deputy City Clerk - application of J. Earl Misener for Hawker and Pedlar
Licenee. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. F. Martin and Ald. McKinley that the report
be received and filed and that the licenee be not granted. (Carried -Ald. McCallum
and Swayze contrary.)
MISCELLANEOUS
aid. McKinley referred to a rescue which had taken place on Labour Day,
September 4th, 1961, when a lO-year old boy fell over the bank on River Road, and
advised Council that the parents were now confronted with a bill for services
rendered by the Fire Department during rescue operations in the amount of $52.00,
The Alderman advised that he understood the bill was refused verbally by the Niagara
Parks Commission and was of the opinion that the bill should be re-issued with a
supporting letter to the Parks Commission. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, McKinley
and AId. Swayze that Account No. 0-2996, dated October 26th. 1961, originally for-
warded to the Niagara Parks Commission and verbally refused, be returned to the
Commission with a supporting letter advising that Gouncil feels the Commission should
pay the bill as it has done on several similar occasions.
SEE Resolution No. El5.
290
RESOLUTION
The
No. 115 - MCKINLEY - SW~Y~ - RESOLVED that Account No. C-2996, dated October 26th.
1961, origi~a~V~warded to the Niagara Parks Commission and verbally refused,
be returned to the Cormhiss|on with a supporting letter advising that Council feels
the Commission should pay the bill as it has done on several similar occasions;
and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
BY-LAWS
The following By-law was presented;
No. 6087 - To close and sell that portion of a 16-foot lane lying between Victoria
...... Avenue and Acheson Avenue and running from Ferguson Street southerly to
a point 225,feet, 3 incbes north of Buttrey Street.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. F. Martin that Ald.
McKinley be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
T~ ~fo_l~py~p~. BX-laws were passed;
No. 6088 - To authorize the execution of a deed to The Board of Trustees of the
Roman Catholic Separate Schools for the City of Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. McKinley that Ald. Fats
Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and AId. Morton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be givcn
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6089 - To authorize the execution of a deed to the Board of Trustees of the
Roman Catholic Separate Schools for the City ~f Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Faho Martin that Ald.
George Martin be granted the privilege 6f introducing the by-law and the by-law be
given the fiFst reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. George Martin and Ald. MOrton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be glvon
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. George Martin and Ald. Faho Martin - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6090 - To amend By-law Number 5149, regarding Tourist Establishments.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald, McCallum that Ald. Swayze
be granted the privilege of introducing the ~y*law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. 8wayze and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2) 0f
the Standing Rules of Council' be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second.reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. McCallum and AId. Faho Martin - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6091 - To appoint Deputy Returning Officers, Poll Clerks and Polling places for
the Municipal Election in December, 1961 for the year 1962,
O~DRRED on the motion o£ AId. Gee.Martin and AId. Swayze that AId. White
be SPanted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Aid. White and Ald. Faho Martin that Rule 36 (2)
! of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
~ second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
~Third Reading -Ald. McKinley and Ald. McCallum - Carried Unanimously.
.Council adjourned to Committee of the Whole on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald.
-: Swayze.
;
]REID A~ ,~O~ED, 6th. November, 1961.
~Deputy Clerk
Mayo~
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Council Chamber,
30th. October, 1961,
Council assembled as a Committee of the Whole to meet witb representatives
i0fthe Board of Education at 8.45 P.M. All Members of Council were present. His
,Worship Mayor Miller presided. Mr. Arnold Smith, Chairman of the Board, spoke.
Mr. Smith advised Council of the Board's intentions to construct an extension
~0the Vocational School and proceeded to present a condensed report on what was
!Pr0Posed,.following which the Board would be prepared to answer any questions directed
:bYmemb~rs of Council.
Mr. Smith advised that the extension would be made under the Dominion-Provincial
Grant Plan, 75% of the costs of such addition, including equipment, to be paid by the
Dominion Government and 25% by the Provincial Government. Tentative approval has been
-received for the project, a sketch of which is available and could be examined if desired.
The estimated cost of the extension to be born by the two major governments would be
'~6~6,444 Plus $157,000. for equipment, or a total of $803,444,
In answer to a query from Ald. Swayze as to cost of extra teachers, etc.,
s~r'$mith advised that the Board had no means of knowing what any increased grants would
~e, but the extra cost would be paid by taxation.
Mr. Smith advised that no debenture issue would be involved in the addition
~r0p0sed,as to the financing was to be dealt with at Government levels.
In answer to a query by AId. C. Martin respecting the amount of had to be
-'sed, Mr. Smith advised that there would be sufficient within the limits of what the
'~ePartment of Education requires. The Board has no other alternative but to take
~r0und in the surrounding area. This has been checked by the Department of Education
~ndapproved. In answer to the Mayor*.s query as to the direction the addition would
-'eke, Mr. Smith advised that it would be partially to the east and partially to the
:0uth of ~he existing building.
AId. Faho Martin was of the opinion that the Board of Education was to be
~°~ended for keeping in line with other municipalities.
ks, it was ordered .on the motion of Ald. Faho
in this matter. Carried Unanimously.
Mr. Smith then submitted the idea of closing Gladstone Avenue from
Spring Street, to Emery Street, advising that this portion runs parallel to the hydro
transmission lines and parallel to the Memorial School playground and at present
serves no useful purpose except for school purposes of hydro. ORDERED on the motim~
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. McCallum that the Property Committee meet with the Board of
Education to view the property and bring back a report to Council,
Mr. Smith referred to a discovery of the Board that Summer Street
extends almost directly through the centre of the Memorial School playground ard this
matter should be considered also. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald,
Morton that Su~er j Street be placed on the same agenda when the Property Co~ttec
meets w~th the Board.
Ald. Morton referred to the parking problem around the Collegia~e
Buildings on Epworth Circle, and was of the opinion that the City should ask the Board
for the use of some of their parking area during t~ winter time. Ald. McKinley
referred to the parking problem during the night hours due to the n~ght classes at the
Collegiate. Following further discussion, it was ordered on the motion of AId.Morton
and Ald. McKinley that the Traffic Co~ttee be authorized to meet with the Board of
Education regarding this problem.
H~s Worship Mayor Miller expressed appreciation on behalf of Council ~o
Mr. Smith and the Board for making Council acquainted with the Board's progra~e asd
Mr. Smith in turn thanked the Mayor and advised that there is a standing ~nvitation for
the Mayor and Council and City Officials to visit the schools, at which time the results
of the Board~s six-year progra~e would be evident; and the dinner would be served in
the High School Cafeteria.
On' the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. Faho Martin the Council arose and reported
to Council,
RE,~ A~ ADORED, 6th. November, 1961.
My
His Worship Mayor Miller then referred to a press release which had appeared
concerning a recent meeting of the County Council and the remarks which had been made
at that meeting to the effect that the municipality of Niagara Falls had gone to the
County Council for an Opportunity of being allowed in when the Sunset Haven addition
is erected. The Mayor suggested that this statement should be corrected, because
the fact is that Sunset Haven Officials came to the City Council and asked if they
wished to participate in the project. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and
Ald. Swayze that a communication be forwarded to the County Couucil calling their
attention to the statement which had appeared in the press and informing them of the
actual situation in this matter,
SEE Resolu. tion Number 1.1_6..
His Worship the Mayor then referred to the entertainment of visitors to
Niagara Falls, advising that on November llth. the Lord Provost of Glasgow will be in
the City and on November 28th. the Lord Provost of Edinburgh will be beret. His Worship
was of the opinion that some suitable memento should be available as gifts to such
ersonalities when they visit Niagara Falls and requested Council to authorize the
of such a memento. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayz~
~hat His Worship the Mayor be authorized to purchase silverware or other suitable
article which could be presented to visiting dignitaries when they visit Niagara Falls
and are welcomed by the Mayor. It was further ordered on the motion of Ald. George
Martin and Ald. Faho Martin that further study should be given to obtaining a permanent
appropriate gift that could be presented to visitors to our City.
RE.S.OJ,,~Ip_IXT
The _foJlpwj~n~g__R~eso~l~u_tjen ~j_aA p_asfie.~;
· %. 116 - G~Ep.RG_~E_~jB~_Ti~N_~_' S|4,~YJ~_- RESOLVED that a communication be forwarded to
~he County Council calling their attention to the statement which had appeared in the
press regarding Sunset Haven and informing them of the actual situation in this
mtter; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
.._ ~a_rri~d_ Up_animo~§.ly..
On the motion of AId. George Martin and Ald. Swayze Council adjourned to the Finance
meeting.
READ AND ADOPTED, 6th, November, 1961.
Clerk
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
3Orb.October,1961.
Council re-assembled in Council session following the Committee of the
Whole meeting. All Members of Council were present. His Worship Mayor Miller presided.
His Worship Mayor Miller referred to the copy of the press release ~hich
had been distributed to Council concerning the expansion program of Provincial Engineer'
tng Limited and was of the opinion that Council might be interested since some of rite
members of Council were at Provincial Engineeringwhen their proposed expansion pro~ra~
was sho~n to them.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
30th. October,1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on October 30th. 1961, for the purpose of
and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
before them. All Members of the Committee were present. AId. McCallum,
of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of ~117,650.26 were approved by
C0nm~Lt~ee,
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council on the motion of
Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. Morton.
The City Manager's report recommending that the preliminary plan of
Walter Malkiewich for the construction of a 24-onit motel on his premises on River
Road be referred to the property Committee, was presented for consideration. ORDEI~iiD
on the motion of Mayor Mlller and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report recommending that the application of the Caneado
Motel Company for a permit to erect an ll-unit motel on the north side of Murray
at an estimated cost of $40,000.00, be referred to the Property Committee, was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and~ld. Morton
that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report recommending that the application of Messrs.
Sam Covelli and Peter Mottola for a 100-unit motel on Victoria Avenue, be referred
to the Property Committee, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald, G. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Niagara Automobile
Museum Limited to make alterations to the garage on Falls Avenue, at an estimated
cost of $24,000.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of AId.
Swayze and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager~s report on the application of Messrs. Jos. and
Dominic Calabrese and Dominlc Chiarella to construct a 15-unit motel on Ferry SireeL,
at an estimated cost of $50,000,00, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on tile
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
Carried with Ald. Geo. Martin contrary.
The City Manager's report on the application of C, I. Burland properties
Limited to erect a neon sign at 943 Clifton Hill, at an estimated cost of $1,200.00
was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motlon of Ald~Martin and Ald. Swayze
that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager~s report on the application of Feterson's Pharmacy
to erect a neon sign at 1509 Ferry Street, at an estimated cost of $400.00 was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze
that the report be reeelved and adopted.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion.of Ald. McKinley and AId.
Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 6th. November, 1961.
of Finance.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
30th. October, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
~eetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approved
the C All Members of Council were present. His Worship Mayor Miller
BY-lAW
N0. 6092 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo, Martin and Ald. Swayze that AId. McCallum
begranted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald, McKinley that Rule 36 (2)
0fthe Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
second reading. ~ Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. Swayze and Ald. McKinley - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. McCallum,
~R~D AND ADOPTED, 6th. November, 1961,
NCE
Mayor.
Council Chamber,
30th,October, 1961.
The Committee of Council assembled in Conference, following the regular
and Finance Meetings on Monday, October 30th. 1961, for the purpose of con-
derlng the items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were present.
Worship Mayor Miller presided.
fret consideration of the items, tile conm~ittee adjourned on the motion of Ald. George
and Ald. Morton.
ADOPTED, 6th. November, 1961.
Clerk,
Chairman.
FIFTY-THIRD MEETING
Council Chamber,
6th. November,1961.
REGUlaR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, November
6th. 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members
of Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze,
Mr. R. S. Durdan was present in the Council Chamber, appearing on
behalf of the Niagara Falls Public Library Board, and on motion of Ald. Morton and
Ald. McCallum, he was permitted to address Councll. Mr. Durdan advised that approxi-
mately five years ago, an agreement had been entered into between the Niagara Falls
Library Board and the Stamford Library Board providing for library services in the
Township. The lease on the present premises has expired and it is now necessary to
find new accor~nodation. Arrangements have been made with Mr. Branscombe for a new
bullding in the Town and Country Shopping Plaza and this site has been approved by the
Local Board, the Stamford Board and Conmittee No. 2 of the Township of Stamford.
In order to proceed, it is necessary for the members to enter into a new agreement for
a ten-year period, that is the term of the lease, and requested Council~s tentative
approval to the approval.
~E__~_esolutio~ 117.
Mr. H. A. Logan of Logan and Knight, appeared before Councll on behalf
of Mr. John Cank for permission to erect a motel on the north side of Lundy~s Lane
adjacent to the Cemetery. It was ordered on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho
Martin that he be permitted to speak. Mr. Logan expressed the opinion that the motel
proposed would not be detrimental to the area and would be more acceptable than many
other commercial buildings. In regard to the objection because of the traffix hazard,
Mr. Logan advised that if Council wished, his client could make an exit on to Lowell
Avenue. In this connection, Ald. Geo. Martin voiced the opinion that the residents
in this district should have an opportunity to express their feelings as this is a
residential area. Mr. Logan also advised that if Councll wished to place any
restrictions on the application, his client would be willing to comply. Ald. Mc-
Callum was of the opinion that Councll should abide by their agreement to restrict
motels to the area between Main Street and the Canadian Corps Clubhouse, pointing
out the historical background of Lundy~s Lane. His Worship Mayor Miller also
reiterated his previous stand that he was not in fayour of motels on Lundy~s Lane.
SEE Communication No.3~.
On motion of AId. Geo. Martin and Ald. McCallum, Mr. Logan waspermitted
to speak on another subject. Mr. Logan referred to a recent visit to New York City
where he observed that the City had adopted a tree planting program and said that he
understood the same thing is being done in various western cities. Mr. Logan stated
that Niagara Falls, being a tourist city, a similar tree planting program could be
the means of beautifylug our main arteries and thought that this idea could be brought
to Counctl~s attention and perhaps the Parks 8ommittee could consider the smtter
further' and ascertain whether the idea ie feasible. His Worship Mayor MIller thanked
Mr. Logan for his suggestions and Ald. McKinley, Chairman of the Parks Committee,
expressed the opinion that Mr. Logan~s idea could be considered. It was therefore
ordered on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. Norton that the suggested tree
planting program, outlined by Mr. Logan, be received and referred to the ~arks and
Recreation Committee for a report to Council.
COMMUNICATIONS
The followin~ Communications were presented;
No. 386 - ~___Ban a~d__~nl~ht - re application of John Cask for perm~ssion to construct
a motel on Lundy~s Lane, ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallum and Ald. G. Martin
that the communication be received and filed. (Carried -Ald. Morton, McKinley and
Faho Martin), An amendheat ~o' the motion by AId. McKinley' ~nd AId. MOrton' that the'
matter be reconsidered and permission be hereby granted ~or rezoning this property
for motel construction, was lost, the vote being - Aye -Ald. Morton,McKinley and Fah0
Martin~ Nays - AId. G, Martin, McCallum, Swayze and~hite.
N0. 387 - S.u~R~et _Ha~ven - requesting meeting with Mayor and Council at Sunset Haven
on November 8th. at 7.30 p.m. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Morton and Ald. McCallum
that the conununication be received and filed and Council request that the date be
changed to Thursday, November 16th. at 7.30 p.m.
N0. 388 - _N_iaJa_ra_ Fal_ls _Op_t_i~is,t 91ub - requesting proclamation. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the communication be received, filed and the
proclamation issued.
N0. 389 -..U_n_i.t_e.d__El?_c.tric~l, Radio and Machine Workers of America - resolution
protesting further diversion ~'f Water. 6RbERED ~h ~he ~0tion of Ald. Geo. Martin and
AId. Morton that the resolution be received and endorsed, with the exceptionof the
last paragraph.
SEE Resplution Number 118,
,~0. 390 - ~.~t~ pf 99_r,n_w~.l~l - resolution requesting portion of Sales Tax be set aside
to provide a pension or allowance for unemployed persons between forty and sixty years
of age. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. McCallum that the comrahni-
cation be received and referred to the City Manager for a report.
N0. 391 - I. G. Trask - re traffic conditions on Ellis Lane. ORDERED on the motion of
~.tld. McKin~'y*~a~d' ~*1~. Morton that the communication be received and referred to the
Traffic Committee for a report.
R_EPg_R~TS~
the_ foJJpw~,i.n.g~_R~o~r t_s~ y~ey_~_ pr_ep~_n tedj
N0. 370 - _C ij y_ _M aj_af~e_r - recommending meeting with Stamford Public Utilities to
discuss rate structure of water agreement. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley
and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 371 - petty_ _C~ler~ - report on Conference held October 30th. 1961, ORDERED on the
notion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the report be received and adopted.
RESOLUTIONS
~h~ f__ojl~owin_Dg Resolutions were p~ss~e~d;
N0. 117 ' 9~_~R!IN ~_ ~Z~_ r~R~SO~_~VE~ that tentative approval be given to the Niagara
Falls Public Library Board to enter into an agreement with the Stamford Township
~ibrary Board, subject to the agreement being satisfactory to the City Solicitor; and
:he Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
{0. 118 - C. ~TIN - M~TON - RESOL~D that the City of Niagara Falls make repre-
~entation forthwith to the Chairman of the International Joint Conission of the
'ederal Government demanding that no further diversion of water be allowed for any
eason from the Niagara River and that the International Joint~onission be requested
~0send senior officials ~o check the condition existing in the Niagara River since
November 1st. 1961, wi~h representatives of the City of Niagara Falls; and that a
c{0PY of the resolution be forwarded to the Municipal Councils of the Townshi of
eher~to'affixed.' . . · G. BukaCor, M.L.A,, and the Seal of the Corporation
. 119 - McKI~Y - FARO ~RTIN - RESOL~D that a message of s~pathy on behalf of
Worshi~ ~W~f~bers of the City Council, be forwarded to Patrol
Henry Tarerider, upon she death of his father, the late Mr. Thomas H.Tavender,
respected resident of this municipalicy for a great number of years; and ~ha
0f the Corporation be hereto affixed.
~0, 120 - M~TON - McCALL~ - RESOLVED that the next regular meeting of Counc~l be
on Monday, November 13th. 1961, at 4:30 p.m. and the 5ca1 of ~he Corporation
Carried Unanimous,ly.
MISCELLANEOUS
His orship Mayor Miller reminded the emhers of Council that the
Niagara District Joint Conunit|st on ltigher Education had requesteh the names of '~'~
or three persons who would be willing to help in forming a citizens' committee. Tiic.
names suggested were Rev. Dr. William Fingland, Mrs. John Bredtrick and Mr. Jobi~
Hears. His Worship the Mayor advised members of Council of the Annual Ban~uc~
of the Softball League which is being held on Monday, November 13th. and suggested
that possibly Council might meet earlier in the afternoon.
SEE _R_e_solu_t_ion 12.1.
_The_ fo.llpy_ing_ _BZ-la~ was _pr.es_e_n.t.e_d.;
No. 6093 - To authorize the construction of combined sewers on River Road, Otter
...... Street and River Lane and watermains on Acheson Avenue, Hickson Avenue,
Dawlish Avenue and Second Avenue.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Ald. Swayze that AId.Mot!o::
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that Rule ~6
(2( of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald.Mort0n.
READ AND ADOPTED, 13th. November, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
The Property Committee's report on the application of Messrs. Covelli
a,d Mottola for the construction of a motel on Victoria Avenue, was presented for
consideration. The City Manager advised that since the report had been prepared,
he had been advised of a revision of the face of the motel along Victoria Avenue
with the idea of raising the centre portion so that there will be more height which
will provide better access as far as trucks and fire apparatus are concerned. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinley that the report be received and filed.
The Property's Committee's report on tbe application of Mr. Galotta for
a permit to construct a motel on Murray Hill, was presented for consideration.ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. Jules Julian| for
permission to construct an addition to his motel on Victoria Avenue, was presented for
consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that time report be
received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. Sam Biamonte to move
a dwelling from 1427 Ferry Street to Lot 67 and Part of Lot 68 on Stanley Avenue was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton
that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. B. U.Collins to
construct a carport at 1320 Stuart Avenue, at an estimated cost of $350.00 was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and Ald.
~ayze that the report be received and adopted.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. Gee. Martin and
Ald. McKinley.
READ AND ADOPTED, 13th. November, 1961.
; Deputy Clerk
FINANCE MEETINC
Council Chamber,
6th.November, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on November 6th. 1961, for the purpose 0f
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified and
placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present. AId. McCallum, Chadr'
man of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of $8B,927.44 were approved by
the Conmittee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Honey By-law for presentation to the Council on the motion of
AId. McKinley and AId. O. Martin.
The Property Commttteess report recommending the'preparation of detailed
estimates ~or sewers necessary to service the 24-unit motel proposed by Hr.Malkie~icb'
was presented ~or consideration. O~DERED on the motion o~ AId. Morton and AId. yah0
Martin that the report be received and adopted,
COUNCIL MEETINC
Council Chamber,
6th.November, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
-Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approved
bY the Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship, Mayor Miller,
?resided.
BY-LAW
'Th--ejollowing By-law was P~SSed;
~- To provide monies for general purposes,
ORD~IED on the motion of AId. Gee. Martin and AId. Faho Martin that Aid.
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McCallurn and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2) of
the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given the
;ec0nd readinS - Carried Unanimously.
~hird Reading - AId. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin - Carried Unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS
The Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho
READ AND ADOFlED, 13th. November, 1961.
Deputy Clerk Mayor,
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
6th.November,1961.
The Conm~ittee of Council assembled in Conference, following the regular
Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, November 6th. 1961, for the purpose of
considering the items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were present,
His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
After consideration of the items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of Ald.
White and AId. F. Martin. t
READ AND ADOPTED' 13th. November, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Chairman.
FIFTY-FOURTH ~ETING
8(.=[ ,
REGULAR ~ETING
Council Chamber,
13th.November, 1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p,m. on Monday, November 13th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present. Tbe Council~ having received and read the minutes of ~he
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald, Swayze.
His Worship Mayor Miller expressed appreciation to Council for attending the
-Remembrance Day Services on Saturday, November llth. at the Cenotaph.
Representatives of the Downtown Businessmen's Association were present and
on motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze, Mr. Ivan Done), was permitted to speak.
Mr. Doney explained in detail the difficulties encountered by local merchants in
trying to persuade the public to shop locally and felt that free parking in the down-
town area during Christmas week was one of the solutions. The merchants advised
Council that policing of the area to prevent employees of the downtown area from
parking on the main streets would be done by the merchants themselves. Mr. Doney also
~dvised Council that the merchants were very appreciative of what had already been done
for them by Council and that free parking during Christmas week, if put into effect,
should be city-wide.
Ald. Swayze said that he thought perhaps it was a good scheme and possibly
could be tried as it had been in other centres. Ald, White was definitely opposed
to the removal of restrictions on the main streets. Ald. G. Martin felt that if the
plan were inaugurated for the Doomtown Businessmen, it would have to apply to all
business areas in the City. He also queried as to what effect tbis would have on the
City by-laws. His Worship the Mayor was requested to discuss this phase with the
Board of Police Commissioners.
~.E_ .~9_n~nu~.~ ,N~. 39 2.
COMMUNICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
N0. 390 - City of Cornwall - resolution requesting portion of Sales Tax be set aside
t0 provide a pension or allowance for unemployed persons between forty and sixty years
of age. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and Ald. Morton that the communication
be received and filed and the resolution be not endorsed.
SEE Report_ ~.. 372~,
N0. 391 - I. G. Trask - re traffic conditions on Ellis Lane. ORDERED on the motion
of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the communication be received and filed.
~E Rqport No. 373.
- AId. McCallum arrived at the meeting
[h~f_9ollowing Communications were
_N0. 392 - Downtown Businessmen~s Association - requesting meeting with Council.
~DERED on the motion of AId. G. Martin and Alf. Faho Martin that the communication
be received and the requests of the Downtown Businessman be referred back to the
Traffic Committee for a 'further report.
N~. 393 - South End Business and Professional Menss Association - appreciation.
O~DERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the communication be
received and filed.
~. 394 - Greater Niagara Association for Retarded Children - requesting proclamation
Retarded Children'8 Week, ORDERED on the ~l&~ ~f'il~l~rton and AId. S~ ayze
.that the communication be received and filed and the proclamation issued.
· ! ORDERED on !i:e
possible attend.
No. 396 - Sunse_t, ~ayen - confirming meeting to be held November 16th.
motion of Ald. Morton and Aid. Swayze that the communication be received and filed
and the invitation accepted.
No. 397 - Rudolph N. Deleo - requesting amendment of By-law No. 5149 to permit
constrectio~'of ~otel."bkDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and :lid. Swayze that
communication be received and filed and the report of the City Manager be adopted.
_S_E.E__Repo_rt No.j7~.
No. 398 - Broderick and Burnett - enclosing petition re Maple Leaf Garage. ORDERED on
the motion ~ ~Xld. hort~n' ~'~ lxld. Faho Martin that the cormnun|cat|on and petition
be received and referred to the Property Committee for a further report. (Carried -
Ald. Swayze contrary). SEE Petition No,13.
No. 399 - Cyan~mi~ o.f_Can~ja_Li~eA ' re traffic conditions on Fourth Avenue.ORDERED
on the motion of Aid. G. Martin and Aid. Morton that the communication be received
and referred to the Traffic Committee.
No. 400 - ~jp~id 9f,~?pad~_Lj~jt~ed ' invitation to luncheon - Friday, November i!4th.
1961. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. Faho Martin that the communi-
cation be received and filed, the invitation accepted, and as many members of Council
as find it possible attend.
MISCELLANEOUS
His Worship the Mayor advised Council of an invitation he had received
for members of Council to attend St. Ann's Catholic Women's League Bazaar on ThursdaZ..
November 16th. from 2.00 to 9.00 p.m. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and Aid,
· Morton that the invitation be accepted and as many members of Council as possible atten
REPORTS
No. 372 - Citx ~ga~ - recommending resolution from Ci%y of Cornwall be not endorsed..
ORDERED on ~e motion of AId. White and Ald. Morton that the report be received amd
adopted.
No. 373 - ~r~.f~ ~p.mm~ - recommending Ellis Lane be made one-way. ORDERED
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received and adopted.
No. 374 - ~j~y_~p~Jlg_r_ - recommending application of Mr. Rudolph Deleo for permission
to construct motel be referred to the Property Committee. ORDERED on the motion
Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
No. 375 - ~lt~__Mp~ag~e~ - recommending Mr. John Edmonds attend Second Course of
Ontario Water Resources Commission for waterworks operators from November 27th. to
December 1st. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the report
be received and adopted.
No. 376 - Tj~ffic Committee - recommending parking on both sides of Carroll place
be prohibited. ~R'D~the motion of Ald. Swayze and AId. Morton that the report
be received and adopted.
No. 377 - ~X~p_~eE and City Ejf~np_e_r - re interceptor sewers to the proposed
sewage treatment plant. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and AId. MeGallum
that the report be received and adopted.
No. 378 - q~Xpng__i~neej- recommending construst|on of sewers on River Road and
Buttrey Street. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. Geo. Martin that
the rcport bs receivsd and adopted.
SEE Resolution 121,
N0. 379 - D~pu~ty _C~l_e_r~k - recommending issuance of licerice. ORDERED on the motion
0f Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted and liccncc
issued accordingly.
PETITION
T~e__f_o_l~l_o_w_i_n_g,_eet_i_t!op_ yas present,ed;
N0. 13 - D. Biamonte and 14 others - advising no objection to Maple Leaf Garage
being li~n~'[6~[ g~S6i~n~ ~d to operate as a service station. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the p~etition be received and
referred to the Property Committee for a report.
RESOLU~IO_N~
The_ ._fo_l_l_oW_i_ng Re_sp_lp_t iops_ w~_re p_a, ss_e_d;
N0. 121 - FANO MARTIN - GEO. bBRTIN - RESOLVED that Report No. 378 recommending,the
c0nstructi0~ ~f' ~mbihea' 's'e~ie~s ~o~River Road and Buttrey Street, as follows:
(a) River Road - 95 feet south of Elgin Street to Elgin Street; (b) River Road -
Elgin Street to 200 feet north of Fergusv,, Street; (c) Buttrey Street - Terrace
Avenue to 67 feet east of Terrace Avenue; be received and adopted and the work
proceeded with; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Ca.rried Unanimously.
N0. 122 - G~EQ._...MAB~!N,-_~}I~ - RESOLVED that the Council of the Corporation of the
City of Niagara Falls approve the proposed agreement between the Township of Stamford
Public Library Board and the Niagara Falls Public Library Board to provide for the
interchange of library services and the establishment of a branch library in the
said Township; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
C_a_r~r~i e_d U_n. ap_i~_o~.s.!X
The Deputy Clerk advised Council of dates available at the Collegiate
Auditorium and also the Drummond Branch Library, if Council decided to have an
Election Meeting. Following discussion it was agreed that the suggestion set
forth by Ald. Ceo. Martin, that the Council Chamber be used for any election meeting,
be followed. Council agreed to set the date at the next meeting of Council,
BY-LAWS
Tie f~61jow~i~L~y-law~
Np. 609~5 - To authorize the execution of an Agreement with the Township of Niagara,
County of Lincoln, for the supply of water.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. Morton that Ald. Mc-
Kinley be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald, McKinley and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
0f ~he Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
third Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. White - Carried Unanimously.
No 6096 - To authorize the execution of a conveyance to the Township of Stamford.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. Coo. Martin that Ald.
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. Faho Martin that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald, Morton and Ald. gwayze - Carried Unanimously,
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. GoD. Martin and
t~id. awayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 20th. November, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Mayor.
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Morton and Ald. White
that the application be received and referred to the Property Conunittee for a report.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and .'~ld.
George Martin.
READ AND ADOPTED, 2Oth. November, 1961.
Deputy Clerk.
FINANCE ~ETING
Council Chamber.
13th. November, 1
COUNCIL MEETING
The Finance Meeting was held on November 13th. 1961, for the purpose
of approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certifle~
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present. Ald. McCallum,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of $81,246.65 were approvcd
by the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council on the motion
Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. Morton.
The Property Committee's report on the application of Mr. B. Collins,
for a permit to erect a carport at 1320 Stuart Avenue, was presented for consider'
ation. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be
received and adopted.
The Property Conmittee's report on the application of Mr. Jules
Juliani for a permit to erect an addition to his motel at 1815 Victoria Avenue,
was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
Faho Martin that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the revised application of Messrs.
Covelli and Mottola for a permit to erect a motel on Victoria Avenue, was presentM
for consideration, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Faho Martin
the report be received and adopted. R~AD AND ADOPTED, 20th. November, 1961.
The City Manager's report on the application of Provincial gngineeri~gI
Limited to erect a new building on their premises at an estimated cost of
was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
Council Chamber,
13th.November,1961.
The Committee-re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approved
by the Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship Mayor Miller
presided.
The following By-law was passed;
N~. ~9__Z7 . To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Faho Martin that Ald.
McCallum be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the f{rst reading. - Carried Unanimously.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mrs. K. Herdy for a
permit to erect an addition to her motel at 15 River Road, at an estimated cost 0f
$25,000.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Morton
and AId. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on an application to move a frame building
from 1898 Ellen Avenue to part of Lot 25 on the east side of Buchanan Avenue, was
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McCallum and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
~hlrd Reading - AId. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin - Carried Unanimously,
1hs Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald. White and Ald. Swayze.
Clerk
Mayor .
CONFERENGE
Councll
13th .November.
The Con~nittee of Council assembled in Conference, following the rc.ular
Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, November 13th, 1961, for the purpose elf
considering the items presented to them. All Members of the Conmaittee were
present. His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
After consideration of the items, the Cormnittee adjourned on the motion of Ald.
Faho Martin and Ald. Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 20th0 November, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Chairman.
FIFTY-FIFTH b~ETING
Sunset Haven,
Welland, Ontario,
16th. November,1961.
SPECIAL ~ETING
All Members of Council artended the special meeting held on Tbursday,
November 16th. 1961, with the Committee of the Welland County Council at Sunset
Haven, with the exception of Ald. McCallum, who had resigned from City Council
Thursday afternoon, November 16th. before the Special Meetlng.
The Council of the City of Nlagara Falls assured the Committee from
Welland County Council that it was the desire of the City of Niagara Falls to
participate in the proposed addition to Sunset Haven and were prepared to pay on
the basis of population for the equity in the existlng building and their share
of debenture costs outstanding and for debentures to be issued for the new ~
addition.
On the basis of present population the City of Niagara Falls would be
entitled to 48 beds out of a total of 350 beds.
The meeting adjourned on the motion of Aid. White and Aid. Morton.
READ AND ADOPTED, 27th. November, 1961.
Mayor.
Council Chamber.
20th. November,iD61.
REGUI~R MEETING
pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Monday,
November 20th. 1961, for the purpose of considering. general business and finance.
All Members of Council were present. The Council,.havtng received and read the
minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald.
Swayze.
WELCOME
His Worship Mayor Miller welcomed the students of Grade 8 , St.
Joseph's Separate School, who were present in the Council Chamber to observe Council
proceedings.
_COb~4~NICATI~NS
L_aj~_o~v~r_ ~rpp ~h~e_preJious meetln~j.
No. 392 - Downtown Businessmen's Association - re free parking. ORDERED on the
motion of :~ld. Morton and Ald. McKinley that the communication be received and fi]ed,
SE~E_Be~q~ No. 3~.
No, 397 - Rudolph N, Deleo - requesting amendment of By-law No, 5149, ORDERED oe the
motion of Al~d', McKinley and Ald, Swayze that the communication be received and filed.
SEE ~eport_No.
No. 398 - Broderick and Burnerr - enclosing petition re Maple Leaf Garage. ORDERED
on tbe mot~o~'~.'~fdr~n and Ald. Morton that the conmunication be received
and filed.
SEE ~o~ No. 332.
No. 399 - CJ~pamid of Canada Ltd. - traffic conditions ~n Fourth Avenue. ORDERED 0n
the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and
tabled pending a further report.
SEE Report__N~.3~.3.
The followinf~_Communications were p_r~pted;
No. 401 - ~aJ~r_a Falls Civic,~mployees' Unipn, Local 13~ - requesting opening of
contract for negotiations. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton
that the communication be received and referred to the Negotiations Committee.
No. 402 - J._L_z._~Jke~B - resignation from Niagara Falls and Suburban Area planning
Board and Committee of Adjustment. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. G. Martin and
AId. Morton that the communication be received and tabled for one week for Council
to consider an appointment.
No. 403 - Greater Niagara Un_~e~d_AJJP!a!- appreciation. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Morton and Ald. White that the communication be received and filed.
No. 404 - International Joint Commission - re diversion of water in Niagara River.
ORDERED on the motion of ,dd. G. Martin and Ald. Morton that the communication be
received and filed.
No. 405 - Miss J, V. LaMarob, M.P. - re diversion of water in Niagara River ORDERED
on the moti'dn'BYll'~.'~B~F'Ald. Swayze that the communication be received and
filed and Miss LaMarsh be kept informed of progress in this regard,
N0. 406 - Tog!nJ~_o__f~St._a~f~r~ - re diversion of water in Niagara River. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received
and tabled until such time as representatives from the International Joint Com-
mission view the Falls and submit a report.
No, 407 - Vi~lj~o~ ~i~p~w_a - re diversion of Water in Niagara River. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. Swayze and Aid, F, Martin that the communication be received
and filed.
No, 408 - W~int_e!+.E~nploym, ent _Ca_mpa_ign_C~o~_m~ni.t,t~ee - requesting appointment of Council's
representatives. ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the
communication be received and filed and Ald. G. Martin and Ald. White be re-appointed
to this Committee.
No. 409 - Niagara Falls and Suburban Area Planning Board - Amendment Application
for E. Wal~e~'s ~ ' bRD~gD'~ 'eh~ ~no~i~n ~f ~'1~'.' ~. M~rtin and Ald. Swayze tbat the
communication be received and referred to the Property Conm~ittee for a report.
N0. 410 - Cjy_il, p~e_f_enc~e~Hea_d~u_a_rt_e_rs - enclosing copies of proposed by-law. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. F. Martin that the cormnunication be received
and filed and the by-law be tabled for one week for perusal by members of Council.
No. 411 - ~_iaJ~_r.a_ F~alls_~J_u_nio_r, _qh_am_b.~_r 9,~ _Commerce -re Safe Driving Week. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. biorton that' 'the communication be received
and filed and permission granted for the placing of a car at the intersection of
Victoria Avenue and Valley Way.
REPORTS
The fol low_i_n_g ~R.e_p?_r,_t~s _w. er.e_.p_r_e~_en__t~d;
N0. 380 - Traffic Committee - recommending free parking on City parking lots for
Christmas [$~'."' 0~b~k~'~ the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinley that the
report be received and adopted.
N0, 381 - ~91o~y_tX _Cpimn__tt~_e~ . recommending amendment to By-law No. 5149 to permit
construction of a motel by Mr. R.N. Deleo. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley
and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted. (Carried -Ald. George
Martin,contrary).
S~ ~_o_~m~nupi~.t~on Np.,397.
N0. 382 - Pjp~rjy__Cp_mmittee - recommending permission be not granted to operate
service station at Maple Leaf Garage. ORDERED on tbe motion of Ald. Faho Martin
and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
SEE CJ.n~n.p~ic~a+tio~ ~..398,
SEE Petition No,.13.
N0. 383 - Traffic Co~ittee - re conditions at Fourth and Bridge. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald, Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received and filed.
N0. 384 - City Manager - advising of signing of agreement with Dominion Electric
Protection Company, ORDERED on the motion of AId, McKinley and Ald, Swayze that
~he report be received a,d filed,
~. 385 - Cit~y~M.ap~er - advising of information received from Ontario Municipal
Board recommending that City file with the Board a statement of claim concerning
annexation proceedings. ORDERED on the motion of Ald, Geo, Martin and Ald. Morton
tha~ the report be received and the communication be referred to the Merger
Committee,
N0. 386 - D__eputy Clerk - recommending uncollectible taxes be struck from Roll.
~DERED' on the motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. Swayze that [he r~port be
received and adopted.
N0. 387 - D~p. qty ~lerk - recommending tseuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion
of ald. Faho Martin and ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and
licences issued accordingly.
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PETITION
Lai~.oygg.~Tom_gl3¢ PVCY!oY~_~et~qg;
No, 13 - D, Biamonte and 14 others - advising no objection to Maple Leaf Garage
being licensed to sell gasoline and to operate as a service station, ORDERED
on the motion of Ald, Faho Martin and Aid, Morton that the petition be received
and filed.
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RESOLUTIONS
T~fi__fol~gy~~ Re~o.lp,t~on~ y~r~.p~s~;
No. 123 - MORTON - GEO. MARTIN - RESOLVED that the next regular meeting of Cotmcil
be held on MonH~y, November ~th. 1961, at 4.00 p.m, and the Seal of the Corpor-
ation be hereto affixed.
~_a~_ Un~D~mousll.
No. 124 - MORTON - SWaYZE - RESOLVED that Ald. James G. White be appointed as
Chairman ~f Fih~nce ~b~'~he balance of the current year; and the Seal of the
Corporation be hereto affixed.
Cj~rj~_~njp~_m~ s 1 y.
BY-LaW
No. 6098 - To provide for the execution of an agreement between the City of Niagam
Falls, New York, the Niagara Parks Commission, the Corporation of ;:hc
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario, the Hydro-Electric Power Commission of
Ontario and the Niagara Frontier State Park Commission.
ORDERED on tbe motion of Ald. Geo. Martin and Ald. Faho Martin that
Ald. McKinley be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law
be given the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinldy and Ald. Morton that. Rule 3b
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. White and AId. Swayze - Carried Unanimously~
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. McKinley'and AId.
· Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED 27th. November, 1961,
,
Deputy Clerk
Mayor,
FINANCE }~ETING
Counci 1 Chamber,
November 2Oth. 1961,
The Finance Meeting was held on November 20th. 1961, for the purpose
of approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly
certified and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present.
Ald. White, Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of $144,976.63 were approved
by the Committee.
Tbe Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council on the motion
of AId, Geo. Martin and Aid. McKinley.
The Property Committee's report on the application for permission to
move a frame building from 1898 Ellen Avenue to part of Lot 25 on the east side
of Buchanan Avenue, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and all
members of Council view this property on Monday, November 27th. at 3.30 p.m.
The City Manager's report on the application of Dr. G. Gardiner for
alterations to the building at 722 Bridge Street, at an estimated cost of
$6,000.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho
Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. V. DeLorenzo
for a permit to alter his premises at 1719 Victoria Avenue, at an estimated cost
of $4,000.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
Morton and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. John Fedor for
a permit for additions and alterations to his premises at 1329 Ferry Street,
at an estimated cost of $100,000.00 was presented for consideration. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received
and adopted.
The City Manager's report recommending that a permit be granted to
Thomas Construction Company for a 24-unit motel at 1255-65 Ferry Street, at
an estinmted cost of $100,000. was presented for consideration. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. Morton that the report be received
~nd adopted. (Carried, AId. Geo.Martin,contrary).
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. Morton and
Ald. gwayze.
READ AI~ ADOPTED, 27th. November, 1961.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Cham%.cr.
20th. Novembcr,!9~i
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accolu:ts
approved by the Conunittee. All Members of CoUncil were present. Nis Worship,
Mayor Miller, presided.
BY -LAW
The following By-law was passed;
No. 6099 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKiniey and Ald. Swayze that A]d.
White be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and Ald. Faho Martin that
Rule 36 (2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the
by-law be given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Aid, McKinley and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
His Worship the Mayor reminded the members of Council of the
luncheon at Cyanamid of Canada Ltd. on Friday, November 24th. 1961, at 12.00 noon,
READ AND ADOPTED,.27th. November, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
blayvr.
FIFTY-SEVENTH MEETING
Council Chamber,
27th.November, 1961.
REGULAR MEETING
The Councils of the City of Niagara Falls and the Township of Stamford met
in joint session in the Council Chamber, Monday, November 27th. at 4 p.m. to consider
the minutes of the Joint Pollution Control Committee meeting which was held on
~vember 24th. PRESENT were Reeve Mitchelson and all members of the Township Council
and His Worship Mayor Miller and all members of his Council.
Alderman George Martin, Chairman of the Joint Cormnittee, referred to
separation of costs and was of the opinion that this was important, also the hiring of
a supervisor for the plant. The Alderman stated that the Councils should discuss affd
approve of these items in order that the plant could proceed as soon as possible after
the first of the year.
The Deputy Clerk then read the minutes in full, following which His Worship
the Mayor asked for any con~nents.
In connection with the resolution that the Joint Pollution Control
Committee recommended to the Joint Councils, that the Plant be called "The Stamford-
Niagara Palletion Control Plant No. 1" - Reeve Mitchelson, following indication by
his Council, advised that the Township Council unanimously consented. The Niagara
Falls City Council were also in favour.
Alderman George Martin then suggested that the City Manager and the
Township Engineer might offer explanations in connection with general principles of
financing as contained in the Joint Con~nittee's report.
Mr. Orr, the City Manager, proceeded in some detail to outline the
recommendation of the Joint Committee and indicated that the capital costs will be
levied against the entire land and building assessment of the two municipalities
except those outside the sewer areas~ and as areas are added then the assessment
~uld be spread over those particular areas. Me advised that the operating costs
~uld be chargeable to water consumers, with special adjustments in cases where water
.used by industry does not require sewage treatment. A program will have to be worked
out and a tentative rate established so that an application can be made to the Ontario
~ntcipal Board in connection with the method of financing.
In connection with the suggestion of the Joint Committee to the effect that
costs for the treatment plant, both capital and operating, be appropriated in accordance
wl.th,uee, which will be calculated on the basis of measured flows. After debentures
are issued, the municipalities would adjust the amount of payment between themselves
on an annual basis. If the use of one municipality increased, this difference would
be paid to the other, to cover their debenture cost - the City Manager advised that
the capital cost debentures will have to be allocated - a certain percentage by the
Township and a certain percentage by the City - something like the formula used in
connection with the Hospital Debt Charges. Such charges would be based on measured
flow and the municipality using the facilities the greatest should pay the greater
share. This should apply to operating charges also. Re referred to those customers
who would not be getting any particular benefit from the Sewage Treatment Plant and
~e of the opinion that some adjustment would have to be made.
Mr. gidt, the Township Engineer, concurred with the City Manager's statements
that discussions had been held at the recent Canadian Institute on Sewage
Sanitation Convention and it was the concensus of opinion that this plan of
financing was the fairest.
Councillor MacBain stated that he was in favour of the principle of the
report but felt that SOme. fOrm of control should be considered to safeguard the
in the event of phenomenal growth in the future. Ald. George Martin was of
opinion that Councillor MacBain's suggestion could be well taken by the Joint
and that same formula could be worked out and before anything is done in
reSard~ it would be brought back to the Joint Councils for approval.
The suggestions contained in the Joint Coxmmittee's report that the Township
fiMnce its interceptor sewer and the City finance its interceptor sewer and that
for approval of the OntarioMunicipal Board to cover the Engineering costs
the Plant~ as soon as practical, were agreeable to the Joint J Councils.
In connection with the advertising for a supervisor for the Sewage
Treatment Plant, His Worship Mayor Miller queried the comencement for the
erection of the Plant, and was advised that it would be early in 1962.
Ald. George Martin then proceeded to advise of the procedure followed
in hiring at the Filtration plant and stated that the person who would actually
operate the Plant should be hired during construction and work with the Engineer
and then be able to take over when the Plant is completed.
Ald. McKinley tormented, advising that at the Filtration Plant there
was a resident engineer placed there by H. G. Acres and Co. and when the Plant was
completed the suggestion was accepted that he be hired because he would be needed
when the Sewage Treatment Plant was in operation. The Alderman desired to know if
there is to be an advertisement, why does the City have to retain the Assistant
Engineer position at the Filtration Plant.
The City Manager advised that it was the intention to use his services
at the Sewage Treatment Plant but not as a supervisor. Re stated that it was felt
that an Engineer would certainly be necessary to supervise both the Water Filtration
Plant and the Sewage Treatment Plant in the future. The Assistant Engineer was hired
at the Filtration Plant so that he would have knowledge of the Water Department,
because eventually he would take over this position when the Superintendent retired.
Following further discussion, Ald. George Martin was of the opinion that
this was strictly a city problem and could not see any reason for the Joint Committee
bringing it up but if they were so instructed, then they would consider it and it
was agreed that the Joint Committee would consider this matter and before any hiring
is done, the matter will be brought back to the Joint Councils.
RF. SOI~jTION
The following Resolution was passed;
No. 125 - J.G.WHITE - SEXSMITH - RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Niagara
Palls and the Council of the Township of Stamford adopt in principle the report of
the Joint Pollution Control Committee, dated November 24th, 196; and the Seal of the
Corporation be hereto affixed. Carried Unanim_ouslY.
Discussion took place regarding £he installation of an elevator and
Ald. CeorgeMartin explained that the Committee felt that it was important to have
an elevator due to the distance from the basement to Cite first floor and the consider'_
able amount of stair climbing involved to carry out daily inspections of the wet well
and although it would be an added expenditure, at this point of the planning and
construction, it would be much cheaper than to take care of it at a later date. The
City Manager estimated that the elevator proposed would cost from $20,D0. 'to $25,000.
The discussions having concluded, His Worship Nayor MIller expressed
appreciation to Reeve Mitchelson and the Township Council and the Reeve in turn
thanked the Mayor.
The TownshipCouncil then retired and the Joint meeting adjourned on
the motion of Ald. White and Ald. gwSyse.
READ Aff9 ADOPTED, 5th, December, 1961.
FIFTY-EIGHTH MEETING
Council Chamber,
27th. November, 1961.
REGUIAR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 4.45 p.m. on Monday, November 27th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous regular and special meetings, adopted these on the motion of Ald, Morton
and Ald. ~wayze.
CO~INICATIONS
~id over from the previous meet~i_n_g_;
N0. 402 - J. L. Rosberg = tendering resignation from Planning Board and ComiCtee of
Adjustment. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the co~muni-
cation be tabled for two weeks.
~. 409 - Niagara Falls and Suburban Area PlanRing ~rd - Amendment Application of
E, Welters. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. White that the
c0n~unication be received and filed and authorization granted for the rezoning of
the property in question from R3 to Cla, for motel purposes.
_SE~E_~R_e~r~t N~u~mb_e~r. ,~88.
N0. 410 - Civil Defence Headquarters - enclosing copies of proposed by-law. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. George Martin and Ald. Swayze that the communication be again
tabled.
The followinR Communications were~resented;
~. 412 - Border Pontiac-Buick Ltd. - expressing appreciation to Fire Department for
action during recent fire in adjacent building. ORDERED on the motion of AId.Morton
and AId. Swayze that the communication be received, filed and a copy forwarded to
the Fire Department.
N0. 413 ~ Greater Niagara Transit Commission - approving of locations for benches
as contained in our letter of October 20th. ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley
and AId. Swayze that the communication be received and filed.
~. 4~4 - TeXaco Canada Limited - requesting extension of building permit no. 12309.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayse that the communication be
received and filed and extension be granted as requested. Carried, with Aldermen
Ge0rgeMartin and Morton-contrary.
N0. 415 - Co-ordinator, Emergency Measures OrganizatiOn - requesting Council name
a representative to act as a Liaison Officer and advising of Radiological Defence
and Rescue Courses early in the new year. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. George
~rtin and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received and tabled.
SEE Coununication 410.
RBPCRTS
The following Reports were presented;
~. 388 ~ Property Committee - re application of E. Waiters. ORDERED on the motion
of AId. Faho Martin and Ald. White that the report be received and filed and
authorization be $ranted for the rezoning of the property in question from R3 to C1A.
SEE Communication 409.
No. 389 - City Manager - re installation of sirens, O{~DERED on the motion of AId,
.$wayze and AId. Faho Martin that the report be received and adopted,
~. 390 - City Nanager - requesting permission for the Chairman of Finance~ the
City Engineer and the City Manager to go to Ottawa to mee~ with the Chief gngineer
of the Board o{ Transport Coa~tssioners on November 29th, regarding proposed bridge
on Victoria Avenue over the C ,N,R, tracks, ORDERED on the motion o~ Aid,George Hatgin
and AId0 Swayze that the repor~ be received and permission be granted.
No. 391 - Deputy Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the motion
of AId. George Martin ~nd Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted and
licenoes issued accordingly.
BY-IAW
Laid over from a previous meeting.
No. 6087 - A by-law to close and sell that portion of a 16-foot lane lying between
Victoria Avenue and Acheson Avenue and running from Ferguson Street
southerly to a point 225 feet, 3 inches north of Buttrey Street.
Third Reading -Ald. George Martin and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. George Martin and
Ald. Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED, 5th. December, 1961.
Deputy
Mayor.
FII~XNCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
27th. NoVember, 1961
The Finance Meeting was held on November 27th, 1961, for the purpose
of approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Conni~tee were present. Ald. White,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of $41,064.O4 Were approved
by the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council on the motion of
Ald. Faho Martin and AId. George Martin.
With reference to Voucher No. 3919, AId. George Martin was of the
opinion that drugs should be purchased from Pharmacists located in the City. The
City Manager advised that the purchase was probably made by the Welfare recipient
at the Township Drug StOre because the Doctor dealt with them, but stated that he
would bring the matter to the attention of the Welfare Department.
The Property Committee*s report on their consideration of the
application for permissionS move a frame building from 1898 Ellen Avenue to part
of Lot 25, east side of Buchanan Avenue, which was laid over from the previous
meeting until all members of Couhcil had inspected the site, was again presented for
consideration. 'OlU)~D on the motion of AId, Morton and Ald. Faho !!artin that the
report be received and filed and that permission be granted.
The Comictee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Aid. McKinley and
Ald. Faho Martin.
READ A~) ADOPTED, 5th. December 1961.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
27th.November,1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
approved by the Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship
Mayor Miller presided.
BY-hlW
The following By-law was Easse~;
No-~L_.610~ - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that Ald.
White be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading - Carried Unanlmously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and Ald. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
- of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. Swayze and Ald. Faho Martin.
RESOLUTION
T~e follo~in8 Resolution was passed~
N0. 126 - SWAYZE - MORTON - RESOLVED that an Election Meeting be held on Wednesday,
November 2~th. 1961, commencing at 8 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber; and the
Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimousl~
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. Swayze.
R~ADA~) ADOFEED~ 5th. December, 1961.
Mayor.
318
CONFERENCE
Council Chamber,
27th.November,1961
The Committee of Council assembled in Conference, following the
regular Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, November 27th, 1961, for the purpose
of considering the items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were
present.
After consideration of the items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of AId.White
and Ald. Morton.
READ AI~) ADOPTED, 5th. December, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Chairman.
FIFTY-EIGHTH MEETING
Council Chamber,
5th.December,1961.
REGULAR METING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 5th.
1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members of
Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the previous
seering, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze.
COI~NICATIONS
Mid over from the previous meeting;
N0. 410 - Civil Defence Headquarters - enclosing copies of proposed by-law.
N0. 415 - Co-ordinator, Emergency_ Measp~re~_O_rgpnization - requesting j Council dame a
representative to act as a Liaison Officer and advising of Radiological Defence and
Rescue courses early in the new year. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. George Martin and
AId. Swayze that communications 410 and 415 be further tabled until the next meeting
of Council.
The following Conm~unications were presented.;
N0, 416 - G__reater Niagara Cl~Ling ~o~e - re Boxing Day. ORDERED on the motion of
Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received and filed and
December 26th. be declared Boxing Day.
SEE Resolution No.127.
N0. 417 - John Meats - accepting appointment to Citizens' Committee on Higher Education.
0RDEREB on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the communication be
received and filed.
~. 418 - Greater Niagara Safety Council - requesting parking be prohibited within 30
feet of certain intersections. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. George
~rtin that the co~aunication be received and referred to the Traffic Committee for a
repor t.
N0. 419 - Niagara Falls Minor Hockey Association - requesting pernttssion to hold tag
day. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the communication
be received and filed and permission granted.
N0:~20 - Downtown Businessmenss Association - congratulations on new pavement and
curbs on Erie Avenue. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId. M~ ton that the
~0emunication be received and filed.
N0. 421 - Canadian Good Roads Association - re International Highway Congress. ORDERED
an the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. George Martin that the communication be received
and'filed. · ' ·
N0. 422 * Y's Men's Club - requesting permission to sell Christmas Trees. ORDERED on
the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the communication be received and
filed and permission granted.
N0. 423 - Niagara Falls Fire Fighters, Local 528 - requesting opening of agreement.
ORD~ED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. George Martin that the communication he
received and referred to the 1962 Negotiating Committee.
N0. 424 - Welland Chamber of Commerce * requesting endoraation o~ establishment of
echnical TraininS School in Helland. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId.
sayze that the communication be received and rderred to the City Manager for a report.
REBOLUTION
Resolution was passed;
0. 127 - MCKINLEy - SWAYZg - RESOLVED that Tuesday, December 26th, 1961, be declared
Day in the City of Niagara ralls~ and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto
Carried Unanimously.
"i*
REPORTS
The following Reports were_p~resented;
No. 392 - ~.~Nanage~r - requesting permission to attend Ontario Municipal
Administrators' Association meeting on December 9th, ORDERED on the motiou of Ald.
Faho Nattin and Ald, Herton that the report be received and filed and pern~ssiou
granted,
No, 393 - City Hater - re meeting with Board of Transport Comn~Lssioners in Ottawa,
ORDBRED on the motion of Ald, Norton and Ald, George Nartiu that the report be
received and filed,.
No. 394 - D~e~u~y Ci~_Clerk - report on Conference - November 27th, ORDERED on the
motion of Aldo Swayze and Ald, GeorgeMartin that the report be received and adopted.
No, 395 -p~C~y~Cjerk - reconMnending issuance of licerites, ORDERED on the motion
of Ald, Faho Hartin and Ald, George Nattin that the report be received and adopted
and licences issued accordingly,
MISCELLANEgUS
Ald. McKinley referred to the fact that patients in the hospital were
unable to vote in municipal elections and requested the City Manager to submit a
report as to existing legislation in this regard and also as to how the law could be
changed. He also asked the City Manager to include in his report the law regarding
the extension of the franchise to those paying poll tax.
Ald. George Martin read the following statement, "With reference to a
statement made by me last Monday night which referred to welfare drug purchases being
made outside the City of Niagara Falls, the report in the Niagara Falls Evening
Review indicated that I had inferred that doctors in the Niagara Area were getting
cuts from d~uggists for their prescription business. This inference was definitely
not intended, so therefore, if I have left this impression' with the public, I would
like to clarify the records by stating that ~ know nothing of any such practice
being carried on by the doctors in the Niagara Area. If there has been any embarrass-
ment to the doctors or their Association, this statement should clear up the whole
matter". ORDERED on the motion of Aid. George Martin and AId. McKinley that this
statement be spread on the minutes.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId. George Martin and
Ald. McKinley.
READ A~8) ADOPTED, llth. December, 1961.
The accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Honey By-law for preseutation to the Council on the motion of
AId. George Hartin and Ald, Morton,
The City Manager's report on the application of Provincial Engineering Ltd.
~r a permit to construct a test pit for cranes, at an estimated cost of $23,000.00
~as presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Miller and AId.Morton
that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of William Holjak and
Jecqseline Riopel for a pernhit to construct a motel on lots 3 and 4 on Ferry Street,
was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Miller and Ald.
S~yze that the report be received and referred to the Property Cormmittee for a further
report.
The City Manager's report on the application of Lombank Loans for a sign
permit for their property at 1415 Victoria Avenue, at an estimated cost of $400.00,
was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. George Martin add Ald.
Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager*s report on the store and office buildings to be constructed
~r Rosberg's Limited on the west side of Victoria Avenue, was presented for consideration.
~aERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received
and filed.
The City Manager presented a verbal report recommending that a sign permit
be issued to Mrs. Della Becket, 615 Queen Street, at an estimated cost of $250.00.
· DERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received
a~ adopted.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of AId. George Martin and
AId, Faho Martin,
READ AI~H)ADOPTED, llth. December, 1961.
Deputy Clerk * * ' * ' ' '
Mayor.
FINANCE MBI~tZNG
Council Chamber,
5th.December,1961
The Finance Meeting was held on December 5th, 1961, for the purpose 0[
approving and also passing the various accounts which had beeh properly certified and
placed before them. All Members of the C~u~tceo were present, Aid. White, Chait~
of.Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of ~8,194.57 were approved
by the Cooeattee,
COUNCIL I~ETING
Council Chamber,
5th.December, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
for the purpose of passing the by*law which covered the accounts approved
the Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship Mayor Miller
BY-LAW
~following By-law was passed;
· To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. George Martin and Ald. Morton that Ald. White
the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
' Carried Unanimously,
ORDERED on the motion o£ AId. White and Ald. Swayze that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. McKinley and AId. Swayze - Carried Unanimously·
HISCELLANEOUS
AId. George Martin reminded the members of Council of the Children's
Christmas Party being held at the Rapids Hotel on Thursday afternoon, December
at 2·30 p.m. and also the Adults' Party being held at the Sheraton-Brock Hotel on ~.~
Thursday, December 14th. at 7.00 p.m.
Council adjourned on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and AId. George Martin.
READ Am ADOPTED, llth. December, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Mayor.
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FXFTY-NINTH MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
Council Chamber,
11 th .December, 1961.
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.30 p .m. on Monday, December
llth. 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members
'of Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze.
DEPUTATIONS
Mr. George McDonald was present at the meeting on behalf of Mr. Cank's
application for permission to erect a motel on Lundy's Lane adjacent to Luridyes
~ane United Church. He was permitted to speak on the motion of AId. George Hartin
~nd AId. Swayze.
Mr. McDonald referred to the previous rejections by Council of this
application and it was being submitted for the third time in anticipation that it
would receive approval. He referred to the sketch which the City Manager had of
the proposed motel, which will contain sixteen units with living quarters, and tbe
.fact that what is proposed will not require as much land as would be allowed in a
Cl Area. The Construction would be neat, fireproof and located 28.6 feet back from
the sidewalk, and the applicants, being in the landscaping business, plan to beautHy
the area as much as possible and will provide ample parking.
Aid. McKinley referred to the dissenting vote in Council previously ~e
to the fact that the Church was located there and Mr. McDonald referred to his
conversation with some members of the congregation and their feeling was that it w0uli
not be looked upon with dislayout so far as the Church is concerned. Ald. Swayze
referred to calls he had received from Church members who were not in fayour of such
construction near the Church.. Mayor Miller referred to contacts he had had with
Church officials who expressed the opinion that they would prefer a motel rather than
a comercial building.
CO~IUNICATIONS
Laid over from the previous meeting;
No. 402 - J. L. Rosberg - resignation from Planning Board and Committee of AdJustmenh
ORDERED ont~tion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. ~hite that the con~nunication be
further tabled until the new appointments are made in 1962.
No. 410 - Civil Defence Headquarters - enclosing copies of proposed by-law.
No. 415 - Co-ordinator, Emergency Measures Organization__- requesting Council name
a representative to act as Liaison Officer and advising of Radiological Defence and
Rescue Courses early in the new'year.' ORDERED on'the motion of Ald.. Morton and Ald.
Faho Martin that the conmmnications be received and filed and the report of the City
Manager be adopted,
SEE Report ~o.39~.
No. 418 - Greater Niagara Safety Council - requesting parking be prohibited within
30 feet of certain intersections. ORDERED on the motion of AId, Morton and Ald.
White that the conmmnication be received and filed, and the Report of the Traffic
Committee be adopted.
SEE Report ~.j9~.
regarding the Bell Telephone Company rates.
N0. 427 - Local Council of Women - objecting to increase in telephone rates.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze that the communication be
received and filed and the Local Council of Women be notified of Council's action
N0. 428 - The Ontario Munici~gajdks_spcAa_tipn _ re invitation to hold 1963 Convention
in Niagara Falls. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Aid. Swayze that the
c0nnunication be received and filed.
No. 429 - Mrs. William McLean - requesting permission to construct driveway. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the communication be received
and filed and permission granted, subject to the supervision of the City Manager.
_RE_PORTS
The following Reports were pres~e~ntJ:d;
N0. 396 - _CiCXManage[ - recommendations in connection with request of Emergency
Measures Organization. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin
~that the report be received and adopted.
No. 397 - Traffic Co~=adttee - recommendations with respect to request of Greater
Niagara Safety Council. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. White that
the report be received and adopted.
No. 398 - Equipment Comittee - recommending switch be installed in elevator in
the Police Building. ORDERED on ~he motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Faho Martin that
~he report be received and adopted.
No. 399 - Equipment Committee - recommending purchase of telephoto lens. ORDERED
on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton that the report be received and adopted.
~N0. 400 - Equipment Committee - requesting permission to study replacement of bull
SEE Communication N~ 4~5~ ~clam. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and AId. Faho Martin that the report
ibe received and adopted.
an re, Co~missioners and Canadian National Railways for Victoria Avenue Bridge,
~0RDERED on the motion of AId. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be
Ueceived and adopted.
*No. 402 - Deputy Cit~ Clerk - recommending issuance of licences. ORDERED on the
~mot~on of Ald. Faho Martin and AId. Swayze that the report be received and adopted,
~afid licences issued accordingly.
] MISCELLANEOUS
~ Alderman McKinley referred to the situation at the intersection of Victoria
.~Avenue and Valley Way, particularly with reference to the unsightly condition caused
shy the sand bags and requested the Traffic Committee to take this matter under
~advisement.
The foliominE Co~uunications were presented;
#
No, 425 - Lo n and Kui ht * re application of Mr. and Mrs, John Cank for motel per~
ORDERED on~'~ motion o~ Ald, Morton and AId. Faho the coummnication be
Martin that
~eceived and filed and permission be granted for a motel on this site. (Carried -
Ald. George Martin and AId, Swayze - contrary). A motion by Aid. Swayze that the
rantier be referred to the 1962 Council was not seconded.
No. 426 - City of rantleon - resolution requesting appointment of Select Committee
Of the Legislature to study crosswalks. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Norton and Ald-
~aholkrtin that ~he resolution be received and endorsed.
His Worship Mayor Miller referred to the Annual Christmas cheques for
Relief recipients and on motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. Morton the Welfare
Administrator was authorised to issue the necessary cheques,
~ His Worship the Mayo~ referred to the Pre-In~ug~ra~ Meeting and it was"
'ordered on the motion of Ald, Morton and Ald. Swayze that the Pre-Inaugural meeting
be held on December 18th. i~nediately following the regular Council Meeting,
It was agreed that the matter of the Council Meeting during Christmas
~eek be held in abeyance until December 18th.
AId. McKinley referred to the Children% Christmas Party and con~nended
Chairman and the Committee for the splendid arrangements.
Ald. McKinley reported verbally on the meeting of the Niagara District
Airport Commission he had artended on December 7th. The Commission had almost
completed arrangements withWheeler Air Lines to commence a Class 3 Irregular
Schedule run, but they have now located.at Toronto Island. The Conmaission, in
conjunction with the Flying Club, is interviewing industries in the area to see
if they can guarantee the Airlines 2,088 round trips per year for a two-year
period to justify the Air Lines instituting this service. They are very hopeful of
putting it through.
His Worship the Mayor asked if the Airport signs had been changed and
was advised by Ald. George Martin that he could not say definitely but had been assure
that this would be done.
~X-LAWS
The followinJBJ-laws were passed;
No. 6102 - To establish and maintain an Emergency Measures Civil Defence Organization
in and for the County of Welland, the City of Welland and the City of
Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that AId. George
Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the
first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. George Martin and Ald. Faho Martin that
Rule 36 (2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-l~
be given the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. McKinley and AId. Swayse - Carried Unanimously.
No. 6103 - To amend By-law Number 3790, being a by-law for the regulation of traffic.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. George Martin and AId. Morton that AId.
Swayze be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId., Swayze and AId. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Garried Unanimously.
Third Reading - Aid. Faho Martin and AId. McKinley - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of AId. George Martin and
AId. Morton.
READ All) ADOFEED, 18th. December, 1961.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
llth.December, 1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on December llth, 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Committee were present. AId. White,
iChairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of $82,033.07, were approved by
~ the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were ordered
~ placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council on the motion of Ald. Mc~'
] Kinley and Ald. Faho Martin.
The Property Committee's report on the application of William Noljak
and Jacqueline Riopel to construct a motel on Lots 3 and 4 on the south side of Ferry
'Street, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and
AId. FahoMartin that the report be received and adopted. Carried with Mayor Miller
-and Ald. George Martin-contrary.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. Dominic Senese for
the construction of an. addition to Your Host Motel at 1551 Murray Street., at an
_ estimated cost of $20,000.00, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion
,0f Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Rosberg's Limited to
construct an addition to their premises on the west side of Victoria Avenue, at an
estimated cost of $51,000.00, was presented for consideration. ORDERED on the
m0tton of Ald. Swayze and AId. Faho Martin that the report be received and adopted,
subject to satisfactory information being received from the Fire Marshal's office
by the Fire Chief and Fire Inspector concerning stipulations laid down by the Fire
~rshal.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of AId. McKinley and Aid.
Swayzeo
ADOFEED, 18th. December, 1961.
.Deputy Clerk
COUNCLL NERTING
Council Chamber,
llth.December, 1961.
The Committee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
etings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approvud
. the Conmittee. All Members of Council were present. His ~orship, Mayor Miller,
-Presided.
[ 61
BY-LAW
~he following,,B~y-law was passed;
No. 6104 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and AId. Morton that AId. White
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the 1st.
reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. White and Aid. Morton that Rule 36 (2)
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be give0
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. Morton and Aid. Faho Martin - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of AId. George Martin and AId.Mort0n,
READ Are) ADOPTED, 18th. December, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Mayor,
COR~ERENCE
Council Chamber,
llth .December,196
The Committee of Council assembled in Conference, following the re~l'
Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, December 11th, 1961, for the purpose
considering the items presented to them. All Members of the Committee were presenl
His Worship, Mayor l~ller, .p~eSided.
After consideration of the items, the Committee adjourned on the motion of Ald.
McKinley and AId, Swayze.
READ AND ADOPTED' 18th. December, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Chairman.
SIXTIETH MEETING
Council Chamber,
18th.December, 1961.
SPECIAL MEETING
A joint meeting of the three area councils, called by the Township of
Stamford, was held at 6.30 p.m. on Monday, December 18th, 1961.
Present were: His Worship, Mayor Miller and all members of his Council;
Reeve Mitchelson and all members of the Township of Stamford Council; Reeve Weightman
and all members of the Chippaws Council.
A report of the City Manager containing an excerpt from the minutes of
the Technical Co-ordinating Committee of December 6th. with reference to the
possibility of the construction of an interchange at Stanley and Highway 405, was
read.
· Following the reading of the report, a discussion ensued during which "
Reeve Mitchelson commented and advised that this report explained why this ma~ter
had been discussed at the Township Council's last meeting, and it was the feeling
that the matter was of such importance, the three municipalities were involved and
a joint meeting had been called.
~ His Worship Mayor Miller concurred that the matter was of interest to
~ the three nmnicipalities and called upon the Chairman of the Technical Co-ordinating
! Committee, Mr. S. R. Price, City Engineer, to comment. Mr. Price stated that it was
. his belief that the Co-ordtnating Committee meeting's discussion was centred mainly
on the report of H.G.Acres and Co. and given verbally by Mr. H. R. Burton,Executive
engineer of that firm and requested Mayor Miller to ask Mr. Burton to present the
case as it was given at that time. Mr. Burton proceeded to outline in some detail
the advantages of an interchange at Stanley Avenue and Highway 405, and with the
aid of a map, traced the route of Highway 405 and surrounding arteries. Mr. Burton
itemized four reasons for such an interchange, as follows;
~ 1. It would provide a route between Niagara Falls and the new Lewiston Bridge
without having to use River Road.
2. It would provide a truck route from the Q .E.W, and Highway 405 into the
heart of Niagara Falls and the Whirlpool Rapids Bridge without disturbing residential
areas.
_ 3. ProVide good distribution of traffic entering and leaving the City by
! making use of Portage Road, Stanley Avenue and other route.
] 4, Provide good highway facilities to industrial areas.
The question of the best method of approach to the Department of Highways
· wa.s .then considered.
Mayor Miller then queried whether an interchange at Stanley and Highway
405 would eliminate the cost of an overhead pass from Portage Road and Mr, Burton
-was of the opinion that it would be essential.
Reeve Weightman desired to know whether the structure would be for heavy
~raffic and a 4-lane highway and was of the opinion that it would be expedient for
'all concerned because it is very obvious traffic will be routed away from the City.
His Worship Mayor Miller then queried whether any of the members of the
~c0uncils or officials had any suggestions. Mr. Price, then asked Mr. Burton to
!explaln the time involved in order to get the information needed for presentation
to the Department of Highways. He was concerned as to whether that Department
w0uld be in a position to talk to area representatives unless these representatives
had the data necessary to back up their statements. Mr. Burton referred to the Urban
Renewal Study and stated that it would be rather difficult totmake forecasts of
'estimates; that it was not anticipated that this information would be available
until the middle of February. Mr. Burton advised that he did not know the timetable
0f construction but as long as the bridge is built, the other parts of the inter-
cheese gould be put in at any time. He was of the opinion that there would be no
Problem, simply a matter of convincing the Department to build ramps to make this
interchange.
Mr. Eidt, Township Engineer, concurred with the remarks of Mr, Burton .
Councillor MacBain was of the opinion that the matter was extremely
i~ortant and that at least a preliminary presentation should be made to the
~nister and then this could be followed up when da~a became available.
His Worship Mayor Miller queried as to the possibility of having
representatives from the three municipalities to approach the Minister following
which there would he a further approach when facts and figures are available.
Ald. Morton stated that an outlet out of Highway 405 is needed and
the obvious one would be Stanley Avenue.
Reeve Mitchelson was of the opinion that when an approach is made
directly to the Minister, as soon as possible, it is desirable to have advice
and presence of some members of the Technical Co-ordinatinE Committee.
SEE Resolutions 128-29.
RESOLUTIONS
The followinS Resolutions were passed;
No. 128 - ALD.,~o. CtMORTON - COUNCILLOR SCOTT - RESOLVED that a small committee
consisting of members of the three area councils and the Technical Co-ordinating
Committee make a presentation to the Minister of Highways at once on the possi-
bility of the construction of an interchange at the intersestion of Stanley
Avenue and Highway 405; and the Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously.
No. 129 - COUNCILLOR COP, FIELD - DEPUTY REEVE CLARKE - RESOLVED that His Worship
Mayor Miller and one member of the City Council; Reeve Mitchelson and one member
of the Township Council; Reeve Weightman and one member of the Chippawa Council;
Mr. S. R. Prices Chairman of the Technical Co-ordinating Committee; Mr. C. Edit,
Township Engineer and Mr. H. R. Buttons Executive Engineer of H. G. Acres and
Company, Limited, be named to the Committee to interview the Minister of Highways
in connection with the possibility of the construction of an interchange at the
intersection of Stanley Avenue and Highway 405; and the Seal of the Corporation be
hereto affixed. Carried Unanimously.
The joint meeting adjourned on the motion of AId. Morton and AId. George Martin.
READ ARiD ADOPTED, 27th. December, 1961.
Deputy Clerk Mayor.
_SIXTY_-_FI__RS__T__M~__E_TI__N_G
Council Chamber,
18th.December, 1961.
REGULAR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 7.20 p.m. on Monday, December
18th, 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All
Members of Council were present. The Council, having received and read the
minutes of the previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. George Martin
and Ald. McKinley.
The following Communications were pr~e_n_tFd;
No. 430 - Stanley Sills - retirement. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and-
Ald. McKinley that the communication be received and filed with regret.
N0. 431 - Y.M.C .A. - requesting permission to erect a banner. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the communication be received and
filed and permission granted, subject to the approval of the Niagara Falls Hydro-
Electric Con~nission.
N0. 432 - R. J. Pearce - requesting reconsideration of request to install waste
containers. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that the
communication'be received and referred to the City Manager for a report.
No. 433 - Dr. W. Fingland - accepting appointment to Higher Education Committee.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald~ Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the communication
be received and filed.
REPORTS
The following Reports were presented;
N0. 403 - Parks and Recreation Conlmtttee - requesting permission to obtain estimates
for work at the swimming pool. ORDER~b'%n the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald.
Morton that the report be received and adopted.
No. 404 - Parks and Recreation, Committee - advising estimates to be prepared for
%epalrs, etc. at Oakes Park. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Morton
that the report be received and adopted.
N0. 405 - Negotiating Committee - advisinE of meeting with Local 133 and Local 528
re pension scheme. ORDERED on the motion of AId. Swayze and AId. Wh~e that the
report be received and filed.
N0. 406 - Deputy Clerk - report on Conference - December llth. ORDERED on the
motion of Ald. Morton ~nd Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
PETITION
~he followin~ Petition was presented;
~. 14 ~ John Parisi & 32 - requesting restriction of parking on Kitchener Street.
~DERED on the motion of Ald. FahoHartin and AId. Morton that the petition be
received and referred to the Traffic Committee for a report.
RESOLUTION
The following Resolution was passed;
N0. 130 - FAHO MARTIN - MORTON - RESOLVED that the next regular meeting of Council
be held on Wednesday, December 27th. at 5.00 p.m. and the Seal of the Corporation
be hereto afEixed.
Carried Unanimously.
38i
BY-LAWS
The following BY-laws were passed;
No.6105 - To provide for the adoption of an amendment to the Niagara Falls and
Suburban Area Official Plan.
ORDEREDon the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId. Morton that AId. Fabo
Nattin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. Morton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried (Aid.George Martin-contrary).
Third Reading -Ald. Swayze and AId. Faho Martin. - Carried with Ald..George Martin-
' contrary.
~ 61O~ ' To authorize the execution of an Agreement.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and AId. Swayze that Aid.
McKinley be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and ~he by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Morton that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law. be
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading - AId. Fi Martin and Ald. Morton * Carried Unanimously.
No. 6107 - To authorize the execution of an Agreement,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald~ Swayze that Ald. Geo.
Martin be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. George Martin and Ald. Morton that
(2( of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be
the second reading. - Carried Unanim~usly.
Third Reading -Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. Swayze - C~rried Unanimously.
Me. 6108 ? To authorize the execution of an Agreement..
ORDERED on the motion of Ald~ Faho Martin and AId. Swayze that Ald.
Morton be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading, - Carried Unanimously,
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton an~ Ald. McKinley that Rule 36
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the By-law be
given the second reading, - Carried Unanimously,
Third Reading -Ald, Morton and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald, McKinley and Aid.
FahoMartin,
RgAD At~ ADOPTED, 27th, December., 19610
Deputy
Mayor,
FII~NCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
18th.December,1961.
The Finance Meeting was held on December 18th. 1961, for the purpose of
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
and placed before them. All Members of the Conmlittee were present. Ald. White,
Chairman of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in the amount of $142,244.32 were approved
by the Committee.
The Accounts submitted, being passed or otherwise dealt with, were
ordered placed in the Money By-law for presentation to the Council on the motion of
Ald. Faho Martin and AId. McKinley.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Rapids TavernsLtd.
to construct a motel at 67 River Road, at an estimated cost of $105,000.00, was
presented for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of ald. Swayze and Ald. Faho
~rtin that the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of Mr. W. Leitch to'erect
a building at the north-west corner of Main Street and Barker Street, was presented
for consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Swayze and Ald. Faho Martin that
the report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report on the application of the Niagara Falls Museum
Limited to erect a neon sign, at an estimated cost of $7,500. was presented for
consideration. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the
report be received and adopted.
The City Manager's report recommending the purchase of four Roberts
H~raulic Posltioners for the Filtration Plant, was presented for consideration.
~tDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the report be received
and adopted.
The Con~ittee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald,
FahoMartin.
ADOPTED, 27th. December, 1961.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chamber,
18th.December,1961.
The Comittee re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and
Finance Meetings for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts
aPProved by the C~lttee. All Hembets of Council were present, His ~orship Mayor
~ilhr presided,
B. -LAW
Th,3e following By-law was passed;
No. 6109 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Faho Martin and Ald. Swayze that Ald.
White be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given tim
first reading. = Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on th~ motion of Ald. White and Ald. McKinley that Rule 36
of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
the second reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Third Reading -Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze - Carried Unanimously.
Council adjourned to Conference on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Faho Martin.
READ AR~} ADOPTED, 27 th. December, 1961 ·
Deputy Clerk
Mayor,
COI~ERENCE
Council Chamber,
18th .December, 1961,
The Couanittee of Council assembled in Conference, following the regular
Council and Finance Meetings on Monday, December 18th, 1961, for the purpose of
considering the items presented to them. All Members of the CommitLee were present.
His Worship, Mayor Miller, presided.
After consideration of the items, the Cormnittee adjourned on the motion of AId.
Martin and Ald. Swayze.
READ AI~ ADOFEED, 27th. December, 1961.
Deputy Clerk
Council Chamber,
27th.December,1961.
REGULAR MEETING
Pursuant to adjournment, Council met at 5.00 p.m. on Wednesday, December
!Tth. 1961, for the purpose of considering general business and finance. All Members
of Council were present. The Council, having received and read the minutes of the
previous meeting, adopted these on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Swayze.
TEr~}ERS
Tenders had been received for the demolition of 1811 and 1817 Peer Street
and it was ordered on the motion of Aid. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that the tenders -
received be opened and tabulated.
C_~OJ~NI~C_A~TI.0N~S
The fol lowi~ ~t,io~s. ye~e_ pre~_e~t~;
N0. 4~ - Niagara Falls Civic Employees Local Union 133 - appreciation for Christmas
parties. ~~i~'~ld.'~lo~ton ~d ~'~. Faho Martin that the co~uni-
cation be received and filed.
N0. 435 - Greater Niagara United Appeal - appreciation for trophy. ORDERED on the
m0tton of AId. McKinley and AY~'~o'~ that the communication be received and filed.
REPORTS
The following Reports were presented;
N0. 407 - Traffic Committee - recommendation re traffic conditions on Kitchener St.
· DERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be
received and adopted.
N0. ~08 '-' T~r_~£'~jo~_m~n~tt~ee - recommendations with regard to intersection of Victoria
Avenue and Valley Way. ORDERED on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. McKinley that
~he report be received and adopted.
N0,409 - Traffic Conm~ttee - recommending approval of "P" signs by Council. ORDERED
0a the motion of AId. Mort~on and Ald. Faho Martin that the report be received and
adopted. Carried with AId. George Martin and Mayor Miller contrary.
~0. 410 - City Man~af~ - re establishing a poll for municipal elections at the
~0spi~al. 'ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and AId. George Martin that the
report be received and tabled and referred to Mr. George Bukator, M.L.A., for hie
~erusal and advice.
411 - C~i.ty Manager - recommending AId. George Martin and City ~nager attend
Group meeting, ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Faho Martin
;hat the report be received ~nd adopted,
412 - Deputy City Clerk - report on Conference. ORDERED on the motion of Ald.
In and Ald. Swayze that the report be received and adopted.
PETITION
over from the previous meeting;
14
John Parisi and 32 - requesting restriction of parking on Kitchener Street.
on the motion of Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin that the petition be
and filed,
SEE Report Number 407.
NISCBLIA~O~S
AId. Swayse referred to complaints he had received regarding the operation
laundromats and said he understood a by-law could be passed which would compel
to close between the hours of 11.30 p.m. and 7,00 a0m. ORDERED on the
motion of AId. Swayze and AId. McKinley that the City Manager be instructed to
submit a report concerning the operation of laundromats.
BY-L~WS
Laid over from a previous meeting;
No. 6093 - To authorize the construction of combined sewers on River Road, Otter
Street and River Lane and watermains on Acheson Avenue, Hickson Avenue,
Dawlsih Avenue and Second Avenue;
Third Reading -Ald. George Martin and Ald. Faho Martin - Carried Unanimously.
The Committee arose and reported to Council on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald,
Swayze.
~XD A~H) ~LDOPTED, 2nd.January, 1962.
)eputy Clerk
The followinB~blfflaw was presented;
No. 6110 - To authorize the construction of combined sewers on River Road and Buttre Street.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that Ald. Geor
Martin Be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given
the first reading. - Carried Unanimously.
on the mo.on of Ald. CeorgeMartin and Ald. Morton that
(2) of the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be v
the second reading, - Carried Unanimously. ~
Council adjourned to the Finance Meeting on the motion of Ald. McKinley and Ald. Gee. Meetings
' by the Col
Martin. presided.
Mayor.
RFAD AND ADOPTED, 2nd. January, 1962.
COUNCIL MEETING
Clerk
Council Chamber,
27th. December, 1961.
The Conelites re-assembled at the close of the regular Council and Finance
for the purpose of passing the by-law which covered the accounts approved
the Committee. All Members of Council were present. His Worship, Mayor Miller,
BY-~%W
k~followinJ~B~y-law was passed;
~611~1 - To provide monies for general purposes.
ORDERED on the motion of AId. McKinley and Ald. Swayze that Ald. White be
;ranted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the first
ending. - Carried Unanimously.
ORDERED on the motion of Ald. White and Aid. Faho Martin that Rule 36 (2)
fthe Standing Rules of Council be temporarily suspended and the by-law be given
~econd reading. - Carried Unanimously.
Reading -Ald. Morton and Ald. Faho Martin - Carried Unanimously.
FINANCE MEETING
Council Chamber,
27th.December,1961
The Finance Meeting Was held on December 27th, 1961, for the purpose
approving and also passing the various accounts which had been properly certified
placed before them. All Members o£ the Conm~ittee were present. Ald. White,
of Finance, presided.
Sundry Accounts submitted, in ~he amount of $114,871.31, were approved
by the Corenittee.
~he Accounts submitted~ being passed or otherwise dealt ~rtth~ were
ordered placed in ~he Money By-law for ~resentation to the Council on ~he motion
AId, McKinley and Aid. Swayze.
TENDERS
The City Manager advised that he had examined the tenders and recommended
the lowest tender, that of E. Lewis, to demolish the houses at 1811 and 1817 Veer
at a cost to the City of $25.00 be accepted, subject to the tendeter satisfying
City that they are protected at all times with liability coverage, ORDERED on the
of Ald. McKinley and AId. Morton that the report of the City Manager be received
adopted and that if the lowest tender proves to be unsatisfactory, that the next
tender be accepted.
adjourned on the motion of AId. Faho Martin and AId. White.
~ 2nd. January, 1962o