2004/09/20PLANNIN G/CO UN CIL
MEETING
Monday, September 20, 2004
Order of Business
and Agenda Package
PLANNING MEETING
September 20, 2004
PRAYER: Alderman Selina Volpatti
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Disclosures of pecuniary interest and a brief explanation thereof will be made for the
current Council Meeting at this time.
DEPUTATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
Community Centre Cheque Presentation
Dr. lan Brown of the Community Centre Capital Campaign will make a cheque
presentation of the first payment from the fundraising campaign.
Alzheimer Society
Ms. Teena Kindt, Director of Development, Alzheimer Society of Niagara
Region, wishes to provide information on their Coffee Break Fundraising Initiative.
City of Niagara Falls Environment Awards
The City of Niagara Falls Environment Award will be presented to Jayson Goodale,
Friends of the Good Forest and to David Petheram, D & R Lawn Services, who have
made a significant contribution toward beautification and to the protection or enhancement
of the City's environment.
Office of the Fire Marshall
Mr. David Crowe, Regional Fire Protection Advisor Supervisor, Office of the
Fire Marshall (OFM) will present to the Mayor and members of Council with a Certificate
of Compliance, in acknowledgment of the City meeting the minimum standards public
education, and fire prevention under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act.
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Re.qional Niagara, Public Works Department
Mr. John Barr, Project Consultant and Mr. Eric L. Flora, Transportation
Engineer, Regional Niagara, will make a presentation on Inter-Municipal Specialized
Transit Services.
Please note that representatives from the City's Advisory Committee may wish to address
this matter.
PLANNING MATTERS
ITEM NO. 47 Public Meeting
AM-44/2003, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Surface Commercial Parking Lots
Background Material:
Recommendation Report: PD-2004-90
ITEM NO. 48 Public Meeting
AM-26/2004, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
5781 Ellen Avenue & 5198 Magdalen Street
Applicant: 1174757 Ontario Inc.
Agent: Emilio Raimondo, Architect
Proposed Dinner Theatre/Restaurant and Hotel
Background Material:
Recommendation Report: PD-2004-81
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Correspondence from Planning and Development Department,
Regional Municipality of Niagara
ITEM NO. 49 Public Meeting
AM-37/2004, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
6671 Fallsview Boulevard
Applicant: Zeljko Holdings Ltd.
Agent: Dennis Savriga
Request to Remove Parking Requirements for a Restaurant
Background Material:
Recommendation Report: PD-2004-83
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Correspondence from Planning and Development Department,
Regional Municipality of Niagara
ITEM NO. 50 Public Meeting
Futino Estates Draft Plan of Subdivision
File: 26T-11-2004-05
Garner Road (East Side), South of the German Village
Owner: Evergreen Estates Development Ltd.
Background Material:
Recommendation Report: PD-2004-89
ITEM NO, 51 Public Meeting
Garner Village Draft Plan of Subdivision
File: 26T-11-2004-04
East Side of Garner Road, North of McLeod Road
Owner: 456941 Ontario Ltd.
Background Material:
Recommendation Report: PD-2004-88
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Correspondence from Tony & Esther Monks
MISCELLANEOUS PLANNING MATTERS
1. Chief Administrative Officer PD-2004-84, Proposals to Expand Buildings
Located on the Sodom Road and Oliver Street
Road Allowance.
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Correspondence from Mrs. Erwin
Correspondence from Ministry of Natural Resources
Correspondence from Regional Niagara, Planning & Development Department
Please note: Mrs. Peggy Erwin wishes to address Council on the matter.
Mr. Ralph Terrio or his agent has also requested to speak to the report.
2. Chief Administrative Officer PD-2004-82, Proposed Pedestrian Bridge
Crossing of Fallsview Boulevard, South of
Murray Street.
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REGULAR COUNCIL MATTERS
ADOPTION OF MINUTES: Planning/Regular Minutes of the August 16, 2004
Council meeting.
MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS, REMARKS
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
1. The Royal Canadian Legion, Branches 51,396 and 479 - Re: Proclamation -
requesting that the week of September 19th to September 25th, 2004 be proclaimed
as "Legion Week".
RECOMMENDATION: That the request be approved.
2. Minister of Citizenship and Immigration - Re: Proclamation October 18~h to
October 24~h, 2004 as Citizenship Week.
RECOMMENDATION: That the request be approved.
3. Joanne McKinley-Molodynia, Chairperson, Man-A-Mile Committee - Re: Annual
Man-A-Mile Relay Race - advising that the Man-A-Mile Relay Race will be held on
Monday, October 11, 2004 at 9:a.m. at McFarland Park and requesting the use of
Municipal roads for this event; and further requesting that the Mayor or his
representative be present for the award presentations at Oakes Park.
RECOMMENDATION: That the requests be approved subject to established policy.
4. Stamford Diagnostic Ultrasound Inc. - Re: Application to expand licence -
requesting support for their application to expand their licence through the Ministry
of Health.
RECOMMENDATION: For the consideration of Council.
5. Dennis Bowers, Campaign Chair of the United Way of Niagara Falls -
requesting that the United Way flag be flown at City hall during their fundraising
campaign.
RECOMMENDATION: That the request be approved.
6. Joseph A. Dennis, Capital Projects Coordinator of St. Vincent de Paul - request
for crossing guards at the Thorold Stone Road and Kalar Road intersection.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council formalize the approval ora recent phone/e-mail
poll so that the action is reflected in the minutes.
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7a) Bryan Smylski, Director/Curator, Niagara Falls Art Gallery - Re: Corporate
documentation.
7b) John Burtniak, President, Lundy's Lane Historical Society - Re: Niagara Falls
Armoury.
RECOMMENDATION: That the communications be referred to the ad hoc
committee reporting on the potential future uses of the Armoury building.
Additional Items for Council Consideration:
The City Clerk will advise of any further items for Council consideration,
REPORTS
RATIFICATION OF CORPORATE SERVICES COMMITTEE ACTIONS
(Alderman Wayne Campbell, Chair)
RATIFICATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE ACTIONS
(Alderman Selina Volpatti, Chair)
CONSENT AGENDA
THE CONSENT AGENDA IS A SET OF REPORTS THAT COULD BE APPROVED IN ONE MOTION OF COUNCIL. THE APPROVAL
ENDORSES ALL OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED IN EACH OF THE REPORTS WITHIN THE SET. THE SINGLE
MOTION WILL SAVE TIME.
PRIOR TO THE MOTION BEING TAKEN, AN ALDERMAN MAY REQUEST THAT ONE OR MORE OF THE REPORTS BE MOVED
OUT OF THE CONSENT AGENDA TO BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY.
1. CPS-2004-02, Non Union Contract to Permanent Positions;
2. F-2004-53, Municipal Accounts;
3. F-2004-54, Municipal Performance Measurement Program;
4. FS-2004-15, Bunker Gear Purchase;
5. FS-2004-16, Fire Station #1 Addition;
6. MW-2004-142 - Revisions to the Road Occupancy Permit Fee Schedule;
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7. MW-2004-141, Appointment of a Consultant for the Rail Grade Separation Environmental
Assessment;
8. MW-2004-88, Quotation #21-04, Demolition, 5401 Ferry Street;
9. MW-2004-143, Tender #22-2004, Tires, Tubes & Repair Service;
10. MW-2004-144, Tender #23-2004, New Equipment Purchase;
11. PD-2004-86, Matters Arising Municipal Heritage Committee Meeting; 3174 St. Patrick
Avenue;
12. PD-2004-87, A growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe; Discussion Paper-"Places
to Grow: Better Choices, Brighter Future"; Ministry of Public Infrastructure Renewal.
RESOLUTIONS
1. That the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls agrees to enter into an agreement with the
Regional Municipality of Niagara for the Northwest Sector Servicing Extension Project.
2. That the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls agrees to enter into an agreement with the
Regional Municipality of Niagara for the Stanley Avenue Storm Sewer and Drop Shaft
Connection Project.
BY-LAWS
The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-laws
listed for Council consideration,
2004-t63 To amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit a warehouse to have a retail store and a
museum as accessory uses on the east side of Kinsmen Court;
2004-164 To provide for appointments to certain Boards, Commissions and Committees.
2004-t65 To provide for Aldermanic appointments to certain Boards, Commissions and
Committees.
2004-166 To amend By-law 2004-119, being a by-law to provide for citizen appointments to
certain Boards, Commissions and Committees.
2004-t67 to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City employees, agents
and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or municipal by-laws.
2004-168 To amend By-law No. 395, 1966, to permit the establishment of restaurants and
retail stores within an existing building.
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2004-169 To establish Part 7 on Reference Plan 59R-12454 as a public highway, to be known
as and to form part of Riall Street.
2004-170 To authorize the execution of an Offer to Purchase from Yvon Octave Joseph
Desrosiers & Margaret Desrosiers to the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls
respecting lands being part of Brock Street, Plan 338 being Part 1 on 59R-12450
2004-17t To authorize the execution of an Offer to Purchase from Robert L. Randall &
Deborah M. Randall to the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls respecting lands
being part of Brock Street, Plan 338 being Part 3 on 59R-12450.
· 2004-t72 To authorize the execution of an Offer to Purchase from Clive Valentine & Margaret
Valentine to the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls respecting lands being part
of Brock Street, Plan 338 being Part 2 on 59R-12450.
2004-173 To prohibit or regulate the destruction, injury & planting of trees on municipal
property within the City of Niagara Falls.
2004-174 To authorize the execution of a Consent to be submitted to amend the register to
partially release restrictive covenants contained in Instrument Number LT44685Z.
2004-175 To authorize the execution of a Funding Agreement for Projects related to
Infrastructure improvement respecting the construction of a new storm sewer on
Stanley Avenue between Highway 420 & Main Street and an outlet to the existing
Ontario Hydro tunnel via existing drop shaft and the installation of a storm sewer
across Highway 420.
2004-176 To authorize the execution of a Funding Agreement for Infrastructure Projects
respecting ongoing servicing problems at both Club Italia and Regency Motel
requiring extension of municipal services for these properties.
2004-177 To provide for the adoption of an amendment to the City of Niagara Falls Official
Plan.
2004-178 (HANDOUT) To amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking and
traffic on City Roads. (Parking Prohibited, Stopping Prohibited, Parking Meter
Zones)
2004-179 To authorize monies for General Purposes (September 20, 2004).
2004-180 To adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the
20th day of September, 2004.
NEW BUSINESS
SocidtdAIzheimer Society
NIAGARA REGION
DEPUTATION TO NIAGARA FALLS COUNCIL
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER, 20/04 AT 7:00 PM
BY: MS. TEENA KINDT, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF NIAGARA REGION
REGARDING
COFFEE BREAKTM FUND RAISING INITIATIVE
BACKGROUNDINFORMATION
ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF NIAGARA REGION
403 ONTARIO STREET, UNIT #1, ST, CATHARINES, ON L2N tL5
PH: 905-687-3914 FAX: 905-687-9952
WEBSITE: wwwalzheimerniagara.ca E-MAIL: niagara@alzheimerniagara.ca
Charitable Tax~ 106705361 RPO001
NIAG A
The Regiona Municipality o~ ~mgara ._l~ il ....
Transportation Services Division
2201 St. David's Road, P.O. Box 1042
Thorold, Ontario L2V 4T7
August 17, 2004
Mr. Dean Iorfida
City Clerk
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, ON
L2E 6X5
Dear Mr. Iorfida:
Presentation on Inter-Municipal Specialized Transit Services
File No. T.04.13 77 002 004
This letter will confiim that John Barr, Project Consultant, and myself will be making a presentation
to Council on September 20th, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. on Inter-Municipal Specialized Transit Services.
Also, please find attached the following information for distribution to your Council members.
An information report containing both background information on what is being
proposed as well as a resolution of support
· Copy of a by-taw to Assume Inter-Municipal Specialized Transit Services (attached to
the report)
A spreadsheet showing Inter-Municipal Transit Annual Funding by Municipality
Allocations (also attached to the report)
Copy of the September 20th PowerPoint presentation
If you require any other information, please do not hesitate to call me at 905-685-1571, extension
3400.
Yours truly,
Eric L. Flora, P.Eng., CET
Transportation Engineer
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Attach.
Phone: (905) 685-1571 Fax: (905) 685-0013
1-800-263-7215 Website: www.regional.niagara.o n.ca
Corporate Services Department PD-2004-90
~~ Planning & Development Doug Darbyson
l'he City of 4310 Queen Street Director
r P.O. BOX 1023
N agora Fo s · Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Carlada web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: planning@city,niagarafalls.on .ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PD-2004-90, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
AM-44/2003, Surface Commercial Parking Lots
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council again defer consideration of the above noted matter in order to allow Staff to continue
to work with interested local stakeholders to deal with issues raised in relation to this matter.
BACKGROUND:
Council has on three previous occasions deferred consideration of the above noted City-initiated
Zoning By-law amendment to eliminate surface commercial parking lots as a permitted use in the
Fallsview and Clifton Hill/Victoria Avenue areas, in implementation of the 1]31Parking Strategy for
.the People Mover Project that was approved by Council on October 20, 2003. Most recently, the
matter was deferred on May 17, 2004 until September 20, 2004 in order to "allow Staff to work with
interested local stakeholders to deal with issues raised in relation to this matter". Copies of the
previous reports dealing with this matter are attached hereto.
The Project Director and Staff are continuing to work with interested local stakeholders to deal with
these issues. Meetings between the Project Director and representatives of the tourism industry have
been held since the last deferral and are scheduled to be held to look at ways of resolving
outstanding issues. As well, the URS Ridership and Revenue Study for the People Mover Project
is under way and may have a bearing on this subject. Accordingly once again, Staff feels that it is
prudent not to proceed with this matter at this time.
In reviewing the attached material, Council should keep in mind the following facts:
The IBI Parking Strategy Study for the People Mover Project was initiated by the City and
its partners in the Project (OLGC, NPC and FMC) at the end of 2002 to enhance the
economic viability of the Project and protect the City's investment in the railway land
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September 20, 2004 - 2 - PD-2004-90
acquisition by developing strategies that were supportive of the Project as a public private
partnership initiative to solve transportation needs. All costs of the Parking Strategy Study
were paid for by FMC. FMC has paid virtually all of the development costs for the Project
to date in an amount exceeding $1.25m - primarily for outside consultants and studies (not
including Mr. Lustig's and Mrs. Starostic's City salaries).
A draft of the Parking Strategy Study was presented to City Council and approved in
principle on April 7, 2003.
· During the Summer of 2003, approximately 10 meetings were held by the Project Director
and his team with major private tourism stakeholders to review the draft Parking Strategy
Study. As a result of input received from these meetings, a number of changes to the draft
were made.
· The amended draft was submitted to the Steering Committee for the Project and approved
in September of 2003.
The amended Parking Strategy Study was circulated to the tourism stakeholders including
all of the Tourism BIAs at the beginning of October 2003 with a request for any further
comments and notice that the Study was intended to be taken to City Council for approval
on October 20, 2003.
The amended Parking Strategy Study was presented to City Council on October 20, 2003.
Two letters were received from interested stakeholders (Harry Oakes and Len Cade)
suggesting further changes at the October 20 meeting. The Parking Strategy Study was
approved unanimously by City Council at the October 20 meeting including the changes
requested by Messrs. Oakes and Cade. At the October 20 meeting, two representatives from
the Fallsview BIA and one representative from the Victoria Avenue BIA attended but did not
request the opportunity to speak when asked for comments. In addition to approving the
Parking Strategy Study at the October 20 meeting, City Council also directed Staff to
commence implementation of the recormmendations (33) contained in the Parking Strategy
Study. Following approval by City Council of the Parking Strategy Study on October 20,
2003, approved copies of the Parking Strategy Study, as well as the Executive Sunu~ary,
were forwarded to each of the interested stakeholders including all BIAs. No further
comments were received from any interested stakeholder or BIA prior to January of 2004.
When the City moved forward to initiate implementation of one of the recommendations of
the Parking Strategy Study by way ora rezoning amendment relating to conunercial surface
parking lots in January of 2004, and notice thereof was provided of Council's intention to
consider such a by-law on January 19, 2004, a number of objections to the proposed by-law
surfaced. As soon as these objections became known to the Project Director and Staff, this
initiative was taken off the table and deferred for meetings with interested stakeholders.
These meetings continue and are the reason for the recommendation to again defer this
matter.
StafFs position in regard to this matter can best be summarized by the words of the Project
Director in his memorandum of February 16, 2004 which was attached to the February 23,
2004 report to Council requesting deferral, wherein he stated as follows:
September 20, 2004 - 3 - PD-2004-90
"While the BIAs have told us that they are very supportive of the People Mover Project and
value our efforts to move the Project forward, it appears that there are a number of issues that
are now being raised with respect to the above noted proposed zoning amendment as well
as the Council approved ][BI parking Strategy.
We have always attempted to try to address issues that are raised with us regarding the
Parking Strategy..."
Recommended by: Respectfully submitted:
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of Planning & Development x~h/~' ~°~h~e fMAadcmDi°nln' ~dativ e O ffi c er
and
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Director People Mover Project
Approved by:
T. Ravenda
Executive Director of Corporate Services
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His Womhip Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Coun~
City ofN~ag~a F=IL% Ontmio
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Re: Pl)-20~d. ~.~, Zoning.By-law Amendment Application
AM-44/2003, SUrface Commercfal Ptrkinf Lo~s
RECOMMENDATJON:
That Council defar comidu'afiou of the above nc~d maim' unEI Sept~aber 20, 2004 in ozdc~ to
a~low Staff to work with in~t~d local ~ta~ebold~r~ to d~a] with ~ raised in relation to dais
matter.
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[~or the a~ov~ r~ason,, it appear~ that proceeding on May l'fi would ~zot b~ in ovei~on~'s best
Recommended by:. Respect felly submitted:
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Excculive Dh'ec~or of Corporate Se~.ices
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RECO~DA~N:
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BACKGROUND:
PEOPI E A/lOVER PROJECT
N~agara Falls ~i~11~~
Edward P. Lustig ~Jl~
Director 4310 Queen Stre~
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
. Tel: (905) 358-7521 Ext, 4203
"~¥~ Le 4~c F~ (905) 358-3m0
E-mail: elusti~.c t~ n a.qarafalls.on.ca
SENT VIA FAX ONLY: (905) 358-5738
Clifton Hill BIA March 5, 2004
4950 Clifton Hill
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6S8
Attention: Mr. Harry Oakes
Chairman
Dear Harry:
PD-2004-14, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
AM-44/2003, Surface Commercial Parking Lots
Last February 23, 2004 Council deferred the above noted zoning by-law amendment application until
March 22"a to allow Staff to continue its efforts to deal with persons who had indicated possible
concerns. A number of meetings have been held and among other things, issues concerning the
following subjects have emerged:
- legal non-conforming use status cash-in-lieu policies
- Official Plan conformity temporary use by-laws
- licensing competition issues
In order to properly assess these issues and hopefully address them to the satisfaction of ratepayers,
while at the same time attempting to maintain parking policies that are supportive of the People
Mover Project, will take a little longer time. For example, the City's Planning Department is
presently considering an Official Plan Amendment to address an issue that was raised. As well, the
City's Parking Department will be scheduling meeting(s) respecting the licensing issue.
Accordingly, Staffwiil not be recommending the passing of this amendment to Council on March 22~
but, instead, will be recommending that the matter again be put over so that these issues may be
further dealt witl~
This letter is being forwarded to you so that you have advance knowledge regarding the status of this
matter. We will continue to keep you informed.
EPL:£s DirectorEd/eo~ PI~4oLUv;~i~roj~tt
P.S. to H.O. Please distribute this to the other people that attended the meeting fi'om Clifton
Hill BIA except Dino Jr. and Charlie Burland to whom I am sending a copy.
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The Cih/of [J' l,f 4310 Queen Street Director
· P O Box 1023
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c.__~_~_ I'~ ~ Niagara Fails, ON L2E 6X5
...UH~~ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-maih planning@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PD-2004-81, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
AM-26/2004, 5781 Ellen Avenue & 5198 Magdalen Street
Applicant: 1174757 Ontario Inc.
Agent: Emilio Raimondo, Architect
Proposed Dinner Theatre/Restaurant and Hotel
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that Council approve the requested Zoning By-law amendment to provide space for
meeting rooms for a proposed hotel at 5198 Magdalen Street within a proposed dinner theatre/restaurant
at 5781 Ellen Avenue, conditional upon the occupancy of the dinner theatre/restaurant being limited
to 610 persons.
BACKGROUND:
The subject lands are 1.5 hectares (3.7 acres) in area and comprise the southerly two-thirds of the block
bordered by Ellen Avenue, Magdalen Street, McGrail Avenue and Centre Street, shown as Parcels 1
and 2 on Schedule 1. The lands are occupied by two former industrial buildings that have tmdergone
a variety of conversions, most recently the former Cyberport (Parcel 1) and an existing night club
(Parcel 2). The lands are zoned Tourist Commercial (TC). The applicant proposes to convert the
former Cyberport building into a dinner theatre/restaurant and the existing night club into a two-storey,
47-room hotel. The Zoning By-law requires that hotels provide both a restaurant and meeting rooms
within the same building as the hotel. The hotel will have a restaurant but no space for meeting rooms.
The applicant requests to amend the Zoning By-law to permit meeting room space for the proposed
hotel to be provided within the proposed dinner theatre/restaurant and to recognize the existing height
of the building on Parcel 2.
Surrounding Lands
Lands to the north and east are a vahety of tourist commercial uses. South of the subject lands is a
parking lot, a branch of the Royal Canadian Legion and St. Ann's Adult Learning Centre. To the west
are single detached dwellings.
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Circulation Comments
Information regarding thc application was circulated to City departments, government agencies and the
public for comment. The following comments have been received:
· Municipal Works A 1.5 metre (5 foot) road widening is to be
dedicated along the frontage of Ellen Avenue.
A 2.1 metre (7 foot) road widening is to bc
dedicated along the frontage of McGrail
Avennc.
A 2.5 metre (8 foot) road widening is to be
dedicated along the frontage of Magdalen
Street.
4.5 metre (14.7 foot) daylight triangles are to
be dedicated at the intersections of Ellen
Avenue and Magdalen Street and McGrail
Avenue and Magdalen Street.
Submission of a Traffic Impact Study prior to
site plan approval.
Submission of detailed site servicing and
grading plans.
· Parks, Recreation & Culture No objections. 2% cash-in-lieu of parkland
dedication will be required at site plan
approval.
Planning Analysis
The subject lands are designated Tourist Commercial in the Official Plan and are located within the
Clifton Hill subdistrict. The subdistrict is to develop as a commercial/entertainment centre of the tourist
area with a wide range of pedestrian-scale uses. The proposed dinner theatre/restaurant and hotel are
in keeping with what is envisaged by the Official Plan. This development proposal will also provide
for a rejuvenation of this section of Ellen Avenue and may be stimulus for further redevelopment along
the street. The request to amend the Zoning By-law to provide the hotel meeting room space within
the proposed dinner theatre/restaurant is reasonable. The Zoning By-law requires that hotels have a
restaurant and meeting rooms. This was required when the Zoning By-law was approved in 1979 in
order to elevate the standard of hotel accommodation.
The dinner theatre/restaurant has sufficient space for meeting rooms and the parcels are contiguous and
are to be developed to function as a single project. Moreover, the properties are to be merged on title
so as to satisfy on-site parking requirements. As such, the amendment has been requested to overcome
a technicality of the Zoning By-law.
September 20, 2004 - 3 - PD-2004-81
The application has been made to limit the occupancy of the dinner theatre/restaurant to 710 persons
due to the amount of available parking on-site. Comments from Municipal Works state that lands along
all three frontages will have to be dedicated fOr road widenings. The affect of the dedications will result
in the loss of about 20 parking spaces which equates to a loss of 100 persons of occupancy of the dinner
theatre/restaurant. Because of this, it is recommended that occupancy of the dinner theatre/restaurant
be limited to 610 persons.
Municipal Works has also requested that a traffic impact study be undertaken by the applicant due to
the traffic that the site will generate, based on a 47-room hotel and a dinner theatre/restaurant with an
occupancy of 610 persons. The study will assess the impact of the development on the road
intersections (whether, for example, all-way stops are needed), traffic safety issues and access ramp
locations. The study is to be completed prior to site plan approval.
The amending by-law will also recognize the existing height of a small portion of the building on Parcel
2. The TC zone permits a 12 metre (40 feet) building height whereas the existing height is 15 metres
(50 feet).
CONCLUSION:
Staff is recommending approval of the requested Zoning By-law amendment as it is essentially a
technical amendment that is reasonable and will allow for a comprehensive redevelopment of the
subject lands conditional upon the occupancy of the dinner theatre/restaurant being limited to 610
persons.
John~Bm'nsley ~ John MacDonald
Planner 2 Chief Administrative Officer
Recommended by:
Doug Darbyson
Director of Planning & Development
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Executive Director of Corporate Services
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September 13, 2004
File: D,10,M.11,23
Mr. Doug Darbyson, MCIP, RPP
Director of Planning and Development
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Fails, ON L2E 6X5
Dear Mr. Darbyson:
Re: Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Hotel and Dinner Theatre/Restaurant
Ellen Avenue and Magdalen Street
City of Niagara Falls
Your File: AM-261~:004
This application proposes a zoning by-law amendment to facilitate the conversion of two
existing buildings into a hotel and a dinner theatre restaurant respectively. These lands are
zoned "Tourist Commercial' (q'C) which permibs hotels, restaurants and dinner theatres.
The proposed zoning amendment will add site specific provisions to the TC regulations in
order to allow meeting rooms for a hotel to be provided within a separate on-site building
and to recognize the existing height of the building to be converted to the hotel.
This site is located within the Clifton Hill Tourist District and the proposed uses are
consistent with adjacent toudst commercial activities. The proposed zoning changes can be
considered to be afa technical nature to allow the convemion of the existing structures.
The creative reuse of existing buildings can have e number of benefits, including the
conservation of resources, the promotion of a Va~ety of building styles and where applicable
the preservation of buildings with histodc and architectural significance.
In canclusion, Regional Planning staff are not oppased to the adoption of the proposed
zoning amendment.
Yours truly.
David O. Farley
Director of Planning Services
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. .~. Planning & Development Doug Darbyson
The CiIy of 4310 Queen Street Director
Niagara FallsJJ~l~, P.O. BOX 1023
Canada '-- Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
web rote: www.cdy.n Jagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: planning@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PD-2004-83, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
AM-37/2004, 6671 Fallsview Boulevard
Applicant: Zeljko Holdings Ltd.
Agent: Dennis Savriga
Request to Reduce Parking Requirements for a Restaurant
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that Council approve the requested Zoning By-law amendment to reduce the
parking standards for arestaurant located at 6671 Fallsview Boulevard conditional on the completion
of a parking demand analysis to the satisfaction of Municipal Works.
BACKGROUND:
Zeljko Holdings Ltd. has requested an amendment to the Zoning By-law for a 0.18 hectare (0.45
acre) parcel of land known as 6671 Fallsview Boulevard, as shown on Schedule 1. A 115-seat
restaurant has been developed within the existing 575 sq. m (6,190 sq. ft.) building and a 60-seat
roofed-over patio exists in front of the restaurant. The amendment is requested to reduce the amount
of parking required for the restaurant and roofed-over patio.
The land is zoned Tourist Commercial (TC). In May 2004, the applicant was granted a minor
variance to reduce the parking requirement from 35 spaces to 23 spaces and thereby allow for seating
on an outdoor patio. Now the applicant is seeking to increase the seating capacity of the restaurant
to 250 seats (190 seats indoor and 60 seats outdoor) and is requesting a reduction to the parking
requirement from 50 spaces (based on one space per 5 seats) to 23 spaces.
A parking demand analysis has been submitted in support of the application. However, the
Municipal Works division requires the study to be refined.
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Surrounding Land Uses
The subject property is completely surrounded by tourist commercial uses. The Horseshoe Motor
Inn is located to the west and north. The OK Girl Shop is located to the south and the Embassy
Suites Hotel is located to the east across Fallsview Boulevard.
Circulation Comments
Parks, Recreation & Culture - no objections
Municipal Works - there is a full range of municipal services and
sidewalks to serve the development
- the parking demand analysis does not
incorporate an employee parking component.
Details should be provided of the locations
that will be made available for employees
- the adjustment factors are based on US
publications and site surveys carded out in
2000 on Falls Avenue. The applicant is
requested to conduct a survey of a comparable
establishment in the vicinity of the proposal to
determine an accurate adjustment.
Planning Analysis
i. The request to reduce the parking standard, site specifically, is within the intent and
purpose of the Official Plan.
The subject property is designated Tourist Commercial in the Official Plan and is located
within the Fallsview subdistrict. This subdistfict is to function as the primary location for
large-scale accommodations, entertainment, retail and cultural attractions. The restaurant is
in keeping with this vision and the addition of an outdoor patio along the sidewalk should
assist in promoting Fallsview Avenue as a pedestrian-oriented street.
The Official Plan states that adequate parking is to be provided for each development to
minimize the demands for on-street parking. The Tourism Policy Review Implementation
Handbook, recently adopted by Council, states that required parking for a new development
should be provided on-site. This Handbook states that new development should be
accompanied by a parking demand analysis that clearly establishes parking requirements for
guests and employees taking into account seasonal fluctuations, shared parking arrangements
and reduced parking based on levels of available transit. This requested reduction would be
in keeping with the Official Plan if supported by a study.
The applicant has submitted a parking demand analysis to support the request for the
reduction. This study anticipates that at least 50% of patrons will arrive to the restaurant by
transit, taxi or on foot rather than driving there. The study supports this position by noting
that approximately 3,000 hotel moms, the casino, and a number of other attractions are
within easy walking distance and that transit and taxis are readily available during the peak
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season, Given the 50/50 model split (driving to the restaurant versus amving by alternate
means), the study states that the existing parking spaces could support a 250-seat restaurant.
This study has been reviewed by Municipal Works who have requested further information
as outlined above. The applicant is undertaking a review of a facility in the area to assist in
determining the actual numbers of required parking spaces. The results of this analysis were
not available to staff prior to completion of this staff report. Given that the study has
supported a reduction so far, and that the request is within the intent of the Official Plan, this
application can be supported on the condition that the further analysis addresses the
outstanding concerns of Municipal Works.
2. The requested amendment is appropriate.
The subject property is zoned TC. Site specific provisions are requested to reduce the zoning
standards for parking as it applies to the restaurant and roofed-over patio. The amending by-
law will only reduce the parking standard site specifically and only for the restaurant seating
currently proposed (i.e., 190 seats in the restaurant and 60 seats on the patio). The applicant
will not be able to move more seating indoors, expand the restaurant or add other uses. The
condition contained in the recommendation will need to be satisfied prior to the passage of
the amending by-law.
CONCLUSION
The requested amendment to reduce the parking for the restaurant can be supported for the following
reasons:
It is within the intent of the Official Plan;
Provided the parking demand analysis is satisfactorily completed, the proposed
reduction is reasonable and an adequate parking supply should be provided; and
· The amending by-law will restrict the reduced parking standard to the restaurant and
patio seating as proposed.
Andrew Bryce / T. Ravenda
Planner 2 Chief Administrative Officer
Re ommended by: R~ubmitted:
D ,q~ohn MacDonald
Director of Planning & Development Executive Director of Corporate Services
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September 14, 2004
File: D.10. M. 11,23
Mr. Doug Darbyson, MCIP, RPP
Director of Planning and Development
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Dear Mr, Darbyson:
Re: Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Reduced Parldng for a Restaurant
Fallsvlew Boulevard, north of Duan Street
City of Niagara Falls
Your File: AM-37/20(14
The above application would amend the zoning by-law to permit an increaSe in the
seating capacity of a restaurant and patio by reducing the parking requirements.
The proposed rezoning would allow the existing 23 on-site parking spaces to serve
as the parking for a 190-seat restaurant and a 60-seat outdoor patio. The site is
zoned 'Tourist Commercial (TC)" which allows restaurants as a permitted use.
The parking demand analysis repod submiffed with this application assumes that a
significanl portion of the restaurant's customers will park elsewhere, for example at a
nearby hotel, and will walk to the restaurant. On this basis, the report concluded
that the need for parking on this site would be reduced and that the existing parking
spaces could support the expanded restaurant. Although some reduction in parking
needs due tD walk-in customers would probably occur, we are unable to Judge
whether the specit'ic parking reductions proposed by the parking demand analysis
are reasonable.
In concJusion, Regional Planning staff would not be opposed to this application
provided the City Is satisfied that the existing 23 parking spaces will meet the needs
of the expanded restaurant and provided such a reduction In parking is consistent
with the City's strategy for parking in the Central Tourist District.
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Yours truly,
c: Councillor W. Smeaton, Regional Municipality of Niagara
Mr. W. Stavens, Regional Public Works
Corporate Services Department PD-2004-89
, ~,, Planning & Development Doug Darbyson
The Oh/of IJ' l 43t0 Queen Street
NiogclrQ FOILS !1 ~. P.O. aox 1023 Director
Conoclo ..~. Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
~~" web site: www.city, niagarafalls,on.ca
Tek: (905) 356-752'1
Fax: (905) 356-2354
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September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PD-2004-g9, Public Meeting
Futino Estates Draft Plan of Subdivision
File: 26T-11-2004-05
Garner Road (East Side), South of the German Village
Owner: Evergreen Estates Development Ltd.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that Council consider input received at the Public Meeting and refer all matters
to stafffor review of the Futino Estates Draf~ Plan of Subdivision. *and note lent±rig
requ±rements of German
BACKGROUND: V±llage.*
The purpose of this Public Meeting is to receive information and provide an opportunity for the
public to comment on the proposed subdivision. Planning & Development will consider all
comments received fi:om the public, Region, agencies and City divisions and prepare a
recommendation report to Council at a future meeting. Notice of the Public Meeting was given in
accordance with the requirements of the Planning Act. The applicant has been invited to attend this
Public Meeting to provide an overview of the subdivision proposal and answer any questions. There
is to be no decision made with respect to approval of the subdivision at tonight's meeting.
Proposal
The applicant proposes to subdivide a 2.37 hectare (5.85 acre) site into 23 lots for single-detached
dwellings and three blocks of land for future single-detached residential use in combination with
abutting land to the south. The property is located on the east side of Garner Road, north of McLeod
Road and south of the hydro corridor as shown on Schedule 1. A cul-de-sac roadway is proposed
connecting to the future McGarry Drive in the Garner Estates Phase 4 Draft Plan of Subdivision to
the south. There are two lots with frontage on Garner Road. Schedule 2 illustrates the submitted
subdivision layout. The City's Official Plan designates the property Residential which permits a
variety of housing types. The land is currently zoned Development Holding (DH) byZoning By-law
No. 79-200. The applicant has requested the zoning of the land to be changed to the Residential
Single Family lC Density (R1C) category. The related zoning by-law amendment (File AIVI~
40/2004) will be subject to a Public Meeting at a later date.
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Preliminary Review
This subdivision proposes single-detached lots with large frontages. The Gamer Neighbourhood has
to date been developed almost exclusively for single-detached lots. City and Regional planning
policies encourage a greater housing mix that includes multiple residential units, more affordable
dwelling types and increased densities. This proposal to provide lots only for single-detached
dwellings will need to be assessed.
CONCLUSION:
The Public Meeting is an important part of the consultation and input process in the review of
development applications. This meeting satisfies the requirements of the Planning Act. Comments
received will be considered in preparing the recommendation report on the proposed subdivision.
Prepared by: Respectfully submitted:
~l'Chann~ 2Wils°n <~ ~°l~ief ~l~i°r~sall~dative Officer
Recommended by:
Doug Darbyson
Director of Planning & Development
Approved by:
T. Ravenda
Executive Director of Corporate Services
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Futino Estates
26T-11-2004-05
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NiagaraFa,,s Jl , l P.O. Box 4023 Director
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September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PD-2004-88, Public Meeting
Garner Village Draft Plan of Subdivision
File: 26T-11-2004-04
East Side of Garner Road, North of McLeod Road
Owner: 456941 Ontario Ltd.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that Council consider input received at the Public Meeting and refer all matters
to staff for review of the Garner Village Draft Plan of Subdivision.
BACKGROUND:
The purpose of this Public Meeting is to receive information and provide an opportunity for the
public to comment on the proposed subdivision. Planning & Development will consider all
comments received from the public, Region, agencies and City divisions and prepare a
recommendation report to Council at a future meeting. Notice of the Public Meeting was given in
accordance with the requirements of the Planning Act. The applicant has been invited to attend this
Public Meeting to provide an overview of the subdivision proposal and answer any questions. There
is to be no decision made with respect to approval of the subdivision at tonight's meeting.
Proposal
The applicant proposes to subdivide a 6.113 hectare (15.105 acre) site into 18 lots for semi-detached
dwellings (36 units), 11 blocks for on-street townhouses (60 units), a block for parkland and a block
of land for stormwater management. The propertyis located between Garner Road and Kalar Road,
north of McLeod Road and south of the hydro corridor as shown on Schedule 1. The road pattern
includes a cul-de-sac, connecting east-west street and extensions to existing and proposed north-
south streets in the abutting subdivisions. The collector roadways terminate at the north limit of the
proposed plan to be continued across the hydro corridor to the laud to the north in the future.
Schedule 2 illustrates the submitted subdivision layout. The City's Official Plan designates the
property Residential which permits a variety of housing types. The land is currently zoned
Development Holding (DH) by Zoning By-law No. 79-200. The applicant has requested the zoning
of the land to be changed to the Residential Mixed (R3) category. The related zoning by-law
amendment (File AM-20/2004) will be subject to a Public Meeting at a later date.
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Preliminary Review
Based on input received to date from the circulation of the subdivision and preliminary staf£review,
the following outlines some of the issues for consideration in the lotting design and future decision
on the applications:
There are portions ora Provincially Significant Wetland (PSW) located within Block 31 at
the west limit of the plan which is proposed to be dedicated for park purposes. The applicant
has submitted a required Environmental Impact Study with recommendations for protection
measures. Typically, wetlands are not suitable or accepted as parkland.
There has been only single-detached housing (393 lots) and semi-detached lots (38 units)
approved thus far in the Garner Neighbourhood. Planning policies encourage a compatible
mix of dwelling types, the provision of potentially affordable housing and increased
densities. Several area residents have contacted staff and stated their opposition to the
proposed townhouses and semi-detached homes in the plan. The residents note existing
townhouses/apartments along Kalar Road and McLeod Road and also have concerns
regarding decreased property values resulting from the development. The two letters
received at the time of the preparation of this report are included for information.
CONCLUSION:
The Public Meeting is an important part of the consultation and input process in the review of
development applications. This meeting satisfies the requirements of the Planning Act. Comments
received will be considered in preparing the recommendation report on the proposed subdivision.
Prepared by: Respectfully submitted:
Richard Wilson C3t?~ John MacDonald
Planner 2 "~'" Chief Administrative Officer
Recommended by:
Doug Darbyson
Director of Planning & Development
Approved by:
T. Ravenda
Executive Director of Corporate Services
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Proposed Plan of Subdivision
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August 17, 2004 ~, File: ~
City of Niagara Falls Planning and Development Department
4310 Queen Street PO Box 1023 ~3d~~
Niagara Falls, Ontario
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Dear City of Niagara Falls Planning and Development Department,
~ ~ Site o~ Garner Village on Pafl~side Road
I ara writing to respectfully oppose the proposed site of Garner Village in Niagara Fails. I currently
reside in the area at 6835 Parkside Road. My home is situated on the southwest comer of Parkside
Road and Westport Drive. 1 feel that the building of Townhomes and semi-detached homes is a poor
idea and would like to recommend keeping the subdivision zoned for single family homes. Due to
the ever increasing cost of building and buying a home in Niagara Falls placing townhomes and semi-
detached homes would have a devastating effect on the property values in the area. Most homes have
been purchased fi.om between $200,000 to $400,000. I personally know that I would have moved
elsewhere had I known that townhomes or semi-detached homes were going to be built here.
I have investigated the surrounding area aad found numerous townhomes, apartments, co-operative
housing and retirement living residences already in existence in the area. The following buildings are
located within one mile of the proposed site of Garner Village.
On Kalar Rd south of Westwood Ave and north of McLeod Rd there is:
Westwood Place (Cooperative Homes) with approximately 66 units located at 6550 Kalar Rd. and
66 units located at 6600 Kalar Rd.
Meadows of Dorchester Retirement Living which is a 120 bed Iongterm care facility located at 6623
Kalar Rd.
6730 Kalar Rd has approximately 51 townhomes
Coventry Park located at 6910 Kalar Rd and 8136 Coventry Rd has 120 townhomes
Parksite Apartments located at 6950 Kalar Rd has approximately 24 apartments
On McLeod Rd east of Kalar Rd there is:
Brookside Village (Cooperative Homes) located at 8175 McLeod Rd with approximately 64
townhomes
McLeod Park Seniors Complex located at 8065 McLeod Rd has approximately 60 apartments
McLeod Park located at 8055 McLeod Rd has approximately 54 townhomes and 20 apartments
As I have previously mentioned all of the above mentioned facilities are already situated within a one
mile radius of the proposed site of Garner Village.
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I personally would like to see detached single family homes put in the area specifically proposed lots
23,24 and 25 on Parkside Road. This would permit the completion of the building phase on the east
side of the water/sewer main to be detached homes. I realize that there is development west of
Parkside Rd towards Garner Rd. If the counsel does not agree with me than perhaps they would
consider building only the semidetached homes closer to Garner Rd as the new subdivision expands
northward. I believe that there is an abundance oftownhomes already in lhe area.
Respectfully yours,
Michael Clark
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Planning
6809 Parkside Road
Niagara Falls, ON
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August 31, 2004
To: The City of Niagara Falls Planning and Development Department
Att: Doug Darbyson
The purpose of our letter is to express our strong objection to the proposed site of Garner
Village at the end of Parkside Road.
The proposed subdivision with townhouses and semi-detached homes would drastically
change the attributes of our neighborhood. There are already numerous townhouses,
cooperative homes and apartment buildings within one mile of the proposed area.
The reason we purchased our home in the Garner Estates subdivision was because we
were informed that all of the houses in this area will be of similar sizes and value. The
original layout from March/2004 showed single-family homes proposed for the future
phase of the development. We were lead to believe that this would not change and based
on the information provided we had decided to move to Garner Estates. Bringing homes
of lesser value into this neighborhood might jeopardize safety of our kids, decrease value
of our homes and in general change the status of this subdivision.
Community concerns should be deliberated seriously and be given precedence in the
decision-making process hence we the citizens are the intricate components of this
growing part of our city.
We hope that you will reconsider the proposal and designate proposed site a single homes
subdivision.
Sincerely,
Jad & Marian Narbutt
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In regards to the rezoning application of"Garner Village file # 26T-11-2004-04. We as
properly owners on Parkside Rd. would like to appeal to the Province the application to
change the zoning of"Garner Village"
Cunm~tly zoned as single family homes Development Holding (DH) By-law # 79-200 an
application has been made to change zoning to Residential Mixed (R3) category. We feel
as there arc already numerous townhouses, cooperative homes, retirement residences and
apartments within one mile of the proposed site we have enough of a variation of homes
in our area to accommodate all types of housing ne~s.
At 6550 Kalar Rd there are approximately 66 units at West'wood Place (cooperative
homes) as well as 66 units at 6600 Kalar Rd.
At 6623 Kalar Rd, there is a 120 bed facility at Meadows of Dorchester Retirement
Home.
At 6730 Kalar Rd. approximately 51 townhouses. *
At 6910 Kalar Rd and 8136 Coventry Rd there are 120 townhouses.
At 6950 Kalar Rd there are 24 apartments.
At 8175 Meleod Rd there are approximately 64 townhouses.
At 8065 Meleod Rd there are approximately 60 apactments.
At 8055 Mcleod Rd there are 54 townhouses and 20 apartments.
With the rezoning of this area we would also see a significant increase in the volume of
.traffic on Parkside Rd. As it was the single family home zoning that attracted us to this
new development we are against the rezoning and would app~ciate this in your
consideration.
Tony and Esther Monks
6943 Patkside Rd
Niagara Falls, Om.
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Director
Nit, genreFa"ell b,.o. Box ,023
Canada ~'~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
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Tel.: (905) 356-7521
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September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members oft_he Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PD-2004-84, Proposals to Expand Buildings Located
on the Sodom Road and Oliver Street Road Allowances
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that Council nYo~ support the request to authorize amendment applications for the road
ends of the Sodom Road and Oliver Street mad allowances. *and further, that Mr. & Mrs. Erwin
agree to an easement over the property for the purpose of a recreational trail.*
BACKGROUND:
Peggy Erwin and Ralph Terrio wish to erect additions to the buildings they have constructed on lands they
lease 15om the City which are, respectively, the ends of the Sodom Road and Oliver Street road allowances
next to the Welland River. Schedule 1 shows the locations of the subject lands.
The road allowances are owned by the City but are leased to Ms. Erwin and Mr. Terdo under 40-year
agreements approved by Council last year. Mrs. Erwin proposes to construct a 612 sq. ft. addition to her
existing 552 sq. tr. cottage, which would result in a 1,224 sq. Ir. house. The intention is to create her year-
round permanent residence there. Mr. Terrio proposes to build a 532 sq. Ir. living area addition to his 377
sq. fi. boathouse, resulting in a 909 sq. ft. cottage. The proposals are shown as Schedules 2 and 3.
The lands along the Welland River are zoned Hazard Land (HL) by Zoning By-law 79-200. The HL zone
recognizes existing dwellings (at the time of passage) but does not permit the conversion, extension or
enlargement of the dwellings. Mrs. Erwin and Mr. Terrio are seeking Council's permission to submit an
application to rezone the lends to allow for the enlargement of their buildings. This authorization is being
sought because the City owns the lands.
An earlier report on this matter was deferred from the July 12, 2004 Council meeting at the request of the
applicant.
Overview
The subject lands are designated, in part, Environmental Protection Area (floodplain lands) and, in part,
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Residential by the Official Plan. The Environmental Protection policies seek to maintain the lands along
the Welland River in public ownership. Development within Environmental Protection Areas is not
normally permitted, but may be considered by amendment to the Plan when accompanied by prescribed
studies. Mrs. Erwin's cottage is located in the Residentially designated area. Mr. Terdo's converted
boathouse building (a sanitary sewer and waterline were extended to the building in 2002) is located within
the Environmental Protection area.
Both properties are zoned Hazard Land (HL) in the Zoning By-law. While the By-law permits the
continuation of existing dwellings, it specifically prohibits the expansion and enlargement. The intent of this
provision was to ensure residential uses within this area were not further entrenched.
When Council extended the leases for these lands, among other things, it had regard to the existing nature
of the structures and that no waterfront plan was imminent, but clearly Council was not willing to give up
public control of the lands. Now Mrs. Erwin seeks to establish a substantial year round home and Mr. Terdo
seeks to erect a significant cottage. It is a case of whether individual interests should supercede the broader
public good.
If Council chooses to grant Mrs. Erwin and Mr. Terrio permission to apply for a zoning amendment (and
in the case of Mr. Tetrio, an Official Plan amendment) it should be given "without prejudice", meaning that
the outcome of the amendment applications will be determined through the Planning Act process including
a full and fair public meeting. Such applications should be accompanied by environmental studies to address
the effects of development on the Environmental Protection Area (Terrio) or Provincially Significant
Wetlands (Erwin). In affording these proponents the opportunity to apply for amendments, it will ultimately
change the way in which the lands will be used versus how the lands were used at the time of the lease
agreements. Accordingly, Council may wish to review the terms of the lease agreements to address issues
such as possible public easement to cross the lands and specify responsibility for demolishing substantially
larger buildings when the leases expire.
CONCLUSION:
Staff cannot support the request for authorization to change the zoning and/or official plan for the said lands
as they do not represent the long-term public interest. However, if Council grants the request, it should be
without prejudice and subject to a full review as outlined in this report.
Prepared by: A~
Alex Herlovitch T. Ravenda
Deputy Director of Planning & Development Executive Director of Corporate Services
Recommended~..,~.x).~by: t~ R~ted:.
Doug Darbyson .~,/'~ John MacDonald
Director of Planning & Development ~ Chief Administrative Officer
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SCHEDULE 3 (TERRIO
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
SUBMITTED BY PEGGY ERWIN
4351 Southerland Court
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2G 7W4 .:
May 26, 2004
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2E 6X5
Attention: William Clark, Senior Zoning Administrator
Dear Mr. Clark:
Re: Proposed Construction - City Owned Lands
John & Peggy Erwin
Part of Sodom Road road allowance
INTRODUCTION
Background
Earlier this year, I spoke to you regarding the possibility ofput~ng a small addition on
our family cottage along the Welland River. In April you sent me a written response, that
included several concerns and recommendations. Thank you for the opportunity to make
my proposal to you and the appropriate personnel at City Hall. I am looking fo:ward to
working together with you, to arrive at a plan that will be beneficial to everyone.
My parents leased the Sodom Road street end from the Village of Chippawa and
subsequently the City of Niagara Falls, since 1950. They made improvements to the land,
in accordance with acceptable practices of the time, and built a 550 ~quare foot cottage.
In 1999, both of my parents passed away, and I began the process of having the lease
reassigned to my husband and me. In 2002, after numerous meetings with your legal
department, council approved an amended lease agreement for a term of forty years and a
sum of twenty-five thousand dollars.
Proposal
In 1997, my husband and I moved to Southerland Eourt, which is one block away from
the Sodom Road street encL Since my parents passing, we have endeavoured to maintain
and improve the building and lands. We have reached a point where we must decide on
some costly repairs and address some security issues. We would like to live in the he
building year round and wish to build an addition that would enable us to do so. Our plan
is to keep the existing structure intact, with an 18-foot-wide addition, as illustrated in
Attachment 1, proposed building layout.
PARTICULARS -2-
Existing Building and Property
The'existing building was built in the early 1950's as a summer cottage. Mound 1980 my
parents made upgrades to the building and amenities. Presently, the cottage is 550 square
feet in size, fully insulated with energy efficient windows, electric heat, a new roof, cedar
siding, and a contemporary cottage interior. The foundation is concrete block piers to
grade level and the cottage has City services for sewer and water. The building was
appraised in 2000, and was described as "well maintained and in good condition".
Proposed Addition ·
The addition we are proposing will be approximately 670 square feet and will be
primarily located onthe north-east side of the existing structure. There will be no
demolition to the structure and we do not intend to add a basement. Attached are two
suggested outside building elevations (Attachment 2), which we believe will fit nicely
with the historic character of the neighbourhood. We have contacted a building design
consultant and architect, who will work with us to design an attractive, unpretentious
addition that will enhance the natural setting.
ADDRESSING YOUR CONCERNS
Legal Department
We arc willing to meet your conditions to provide Builders Risk Insurance and will
acknowledge the demolition of all buildings or structures at our expense, at the
termination of lease. We are willing to discuss other amendments to the lease that you
feel may be helpful.
Zoning
Since this is an extension to the existing dwelling, we are prepared to make application to
the Committee of Adjnstment for a minor variance. We have decided to re~ind our
original proposal for a detached garage, and it will therefore not be necessary to pursue a-
Zoning By-Law Amendment.
Other Agencies
We have spoken to and recently written the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority,
the Regional Municipality of Niagara and the Ministry of Natural Resources to ensure
our plans to do contravene their legislation. At the recommendation of the NPCA, we
acquired an amended land survey to indicate the flood plain contour. Accordingly, we
have received verbal approval for our plans and are awaiting a written response to present
to your office. Attached is a copy of the letter and site plan sent to these agencies
(Attachment 3 and 4), indicating the revised survey showing the flood plain contour at
171.64m GSC, which is outside our building area.
Future Parkland -3-
We can fully understand the City's interest in this properly as future parkland, and as
stated are prepared to restore the property to its original condition at tl3e end of our lease.
Should you, at that time, be interested in utilizing our building for your Own park needs
we would consider that to be a favourable possibility. Perhaps by then you will have also
negotiated with Ontario Power Generation to obtain the adjacent lands to further your
plans.
BENEFITS
To the City
You will realize several benefits from this proposal. We are responsible tenants who care
about keeping your street end well maintained and the building therein in good repair. By
allowing this addition, you will be assured that this favourable relationship will continue.
As full time residents, we would be even more steadfast in keeping building and lands in
top notch condition over the course of the lease.
The land use associated with our proposal would be more in keeping with the year-round
single family dwellings in the neighbourhood. Of course, the City will be entitled to the
increased tax dollars for the improved building. And, at the end of the lease I am
confident that the property will be even more attractive that it's "original condition".
To our Family
We will have the ability to concentrate our efforts on one property and improve on the
security concerns that are inherent with a seasonal cottage. We will also be able to keep a
family vestige we have cherished for many years.
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
As lifelong membem of the community and having an attachment to the property in
question for over fifty years, we would appreciate your sincere consideration to this
proposal. We ask for your support and ask that you kindly circulate this request and
particulars to the appropriate City personnel.
I look forward to our meeting scheduled for Friday, May 28th and will be happy to attend
any meetings you may wish to have to discuss your concerns. IfI can provide
information or assistance in making recommendations to staff, I will be pleased to do so.
Yours truly,
Peggy Erwin
Attachments (4)
4145 Main Street
existing
building
24' / proposed
addition
34'
10'
6' 12' 18'
Attachment l.. Proposed building layout
Attachment 2. Suggested outside building elevations
4351 Southerland Court
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2G 7W4
May 20, 2004
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority
250 Thorold Road West 3'a Floor
Welland, Ontario
L3C 3W2
Attention: Sarah Mastroianni
Re: 4145 Main Street ONelland River, Chippawa)
Dear Sarah:
Thank you for your assistance and information regarding our proposed building addition
along the Welland River in Chippawa.
As we discussed, I have attached a site plan indicating the existing building and the
proposed addition~ The addition will be approximately 672 square feet and will primarily
be located on the north-east side of the existing structure. The property has City services
for sewer and water, so does not require a septic system. The present foundation is
concrete block piers to grade level. We do not intend to add a basement for the addition,
so them will be no placing or dumping of fill, You will note that this is our most recent
land survey, which indicates the flood plain contours at 171.64 GSC for the area. Our
building will be located entirely outside the floodplai~z
The City of Niagara Falls requires a written statement from your office confirming that
our plans are not in contravention with any legislation under your jurisdiction. Would you
kindly provide me with a letter that I may present to them?
They have also asked that I contact the Region and the Ministry of Natural Resources for
their written approval as well. Our intent is to protect the surrounding environment during
the course of construction. Thanks for your help.
Yours truly,
Peggy Erwin
Attachment $. Copy of letter to Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority
(also sent to Region and MNR)
- '~,~ :- BACKGROUND INFORMATION
SUBMITTED FOR RALPH
TERRIO
AREA
414 5 Main Street
6' 12' 18'
4351 Southefland Court
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2G 7W4
September 6, 2004
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2E 6X5
Attention: Dean Iofifida, City Clerk
Dear Mr. Iorifida:
Re: Miscellaneous Planning Matters PI)-2004-61 - Sodom Road Street End
Mr. Herlovitch, from the Planning Department, has notified me that our request to
Council will be allowed at the next meeting on September 206. Would you kindly list me
on the agenda to be allowed to speak to Council on this matter.
I know your meetings have been very lengthy of late, however I hope to be able to
present my request to Council in writing prior to the 20th, in order to make best use of the
time allowed. I'm also hoping that Mr. Heflovitch will be able to answer some of my
questions prior to the meeting, so I can better present my request.
Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
Yours truly,
Peggy Erwin
TO: Mayor Salci
Members of Council
FROM: Peggy Erwin
DATE: September 9, 2004
SUBJECT: Miscellaneous Planning Matters PD-2004-61
John & Peggy Erwin - Sodom Road Street End
BACKGROUND:
Thank you for the opportunity to present our request, for a small addition to an existing
residential building, at the Sodom Road Street end. This is a property that my family has
leased from the City for over 50 years. Our current lease agreement is for a period of
forty years, expiring in 2042.
This brief report is an addendum to the one I submitted to the City's Planning
Department on May 28t~, and a follow up to the Planning Department's report, both sent
with your July 12, 2004 Council package.
I have met with City staff since then, and have been satisfied with the response and
information I have received. Since initiating our request earlier this year, we have
followed and complied with all staff recommendations and directives. We are now
seeking your approval to allow us to proceed to the next stage.
ADDRESSING YOUR CONCERNS:
Environmental:
Attached are written approvals for our plans from the Ministry of Natural Resources
(attachment 1), the Region of Niagara (attachment 2) and the Niagara Peninsula
Conservation Authority (also acting on behalf of the Federal Department of Fisheries and
Oceans - attachment 3). These agencies have the expertise and legal authority for
determining environmental issues.
Official Plan:
According to the City's official plan, the land in question is located in a Residential Area.
Our proposed building addition is in keeping with the character of the existing single
family residential dwellings in the area (attachment 4).
The shoreline of the Welland River is designated an Environmental Protection Area. We
have maintained the shoreline in the manner recommended by Fisheries and Oceans
Canada, Parks Canada, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Conservation Ontario
and the Canadian Wildlife Federation.
-2-
As cited by the aforementioned environmental agencies, our building addition will not
affect the shoreline. Attached are photos (attachment 5) to illustrate steps we have taken
to naturalize the upland environment and the shoreline.
Zoning:
Our property is located within a Hazard Land zoning. Hazard Land zones have been
established for lands that may be susceptible to flooding. This area of the Welland River
is regulated under the "100 Year Floodline'. The 100 year flood elevation for this section
of the Welland River is 171.6 rn GSC. We have acquired an amended land survey,
indicating our proposed building area to be outside this flood plain contour.
The City of Niagara Falls' Hazard Land zoning permits a dwelling, existing at the date of
the passing of the by-law (that being 1979), however clause 16. l(b) excludes the
enlargement of such a building. Because of this, we will need your approval to apply for
an amendment to the zoning bylaw.
CONCLUSION:
We believe that our proposal will enhance the quality of this charming neighbourhood.
Our neighbours were pleased to provide you with their thoughts and comments
(attachments 6 et al) about our plan.
As lifelong members of the community, and having an affinity to the property in question
for over fifty years, we would appreciate your sincere consideration for this proposal. We
ask that you allow us to proceed to the next step of application, for an amendment to
Zoning By-Law 79-200 Section 16.1 (b).
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this request, please feel free to contact
me at 905-295-0135 or by E-mail PeggyE~niagara.com. You are also more than
welcome to visit the property any time you wish, to get a better visual perspective of our
plans.
Yours truly,
Peggy Erwin
Attachments (6)
Attachment I
Ministry of Minist~re des
Natural Resources Richesses naturelles (~Ontario
Box 5000 Tel: (905) 562-4147
4890 Victoria Avenue N. Fax: (905) 562-1 t 54
Vine[and Station, On:arlo
L0R 2E0
Guelph District
June 23, 2004
Ms. Peggy Erwin
4351 Southerland Court
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 7W4
Dear Ms. Erwia;
RE: 4145 Main Street, Chippaw~,
Proposed Addition
Lots 21 and 22 Con 3 Willo~lghby Twp.
Staff of the Niagara Area office have reviewed your letter and plan dated May 20, 2004. It is
our understanding that you are proposing an ~ddition to an existing dwelling at the above
location. As you are not proposing any work along the bank or within the waters of the Welland
River a permil is not required from this mini:;try.
For your information, I have enclosed a Work Permit Application Guide and application forms.
Note page 2 oF this guide which outlines prqlects that would require prior approval.
If you have a~y further question on this matter, Kelly Tonellato at (905) 562-1176 would be
pleased to asstst.
Yours t~ly,
Niagara Area Supervisor
Attachment 2
NIA~A
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
The Regional Municipality of Niagara
3550 Schmon Parkway, P.O. Box 1042
Thorold, Ontario L2V 4T7
Telephone: 905-984-3630
Fax: 905-641-5208
E-mail: plan@regional.niagara.on.ca
June 4, 2004
File: D.00.M.15.1
Peggy Erwin
4351 Southerland Court
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 7W4
Dear Ms. Erwin:
Re: Proposed Addition to Existing Dwelling
4145 Main Street (Chippawa)
City of NiaRara Fails
Further to your recent inquiry concerning a proposed addition to your home, Regional
Planning staff would advise as follows.
The property is situated along the Welland River which contains Provincially significant
wetlands. According to the plan you submitted, the building addition will not be located
any closer to the river than the existing dwelling. To protect the wetland feature we
would recommend that a silt filtration fence be installed during construction and that all
disturbed ground areas be revegetated upon completion of the building. These
measures should be met as conditions of granting a building permit to the satisfaction of
the City.
Comments from the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority should also be obtained
with respect to potential flood hazards from the Welland River and requirements to
protect the Important (Type 2) fish habitat that exists within this watercourse.
If you have any questions, please contact me for assistance.
Yours truly,
Peter Colosimo, MCIP, RPP
Senior Planner
c: Val Boccia, Niagara Falls Building Department
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Attachment 4 Main Street, Chippawa, Neighbourhood
Proposed Building with Addition
Attachment 5
Tree Planting and Maintenance at Sodom Road Street End
Shoreline ReStoration and Maintenance
Attachments 6 et al
10 August, 2004
To Mayor Salci and city council members:
Our neighbours, Peggy & John Erin, have spent many summers in the cottage
across from us. We think it's a wonderful idea that our friends would like to improve
on the homestead with the hopes of making it livable year round.
We are aware that they have had several problems with break-ins and vandalism
through the winter months when the cabin was closed for winter. We feel that with
the Erins living there year round, it would deter vandals and theft from continuing.
How these two have managed to keep two places going (and as well kept as they
are), we can't imagine. However, we are very happy to know that they wish to retire
at this residence! It will be great to see lights on through the whole year and not only
dudng the summer months.
When one is driving into the town of Chippawa, you will notice a sign hanging
above the road that claims "Niagara, cleaning one street at a time." Well, John is one
of those people always working outside on a project, or cutting the grass, etc...
The property looks lovely and is always well maintained. It truly looks more like a
residence than a summer cottage! We do not feel that the addition they wish to make
will take away from the beauty of the area.
My husband and I would be very pleased to see the Erins living year round across
the street. They have been a pleasure to see and know and we give them our best
wishes for this endeavor. We hope that the members of the council will also feel this
way and support the Edn's plans.
Sincerely, Bob & Donna Bedore
( Neighbours at ) 4148 Main Street
Niagara Falls (Chippawa), Ont.
L2G 6C3 905-295-3380
August10, 2004
RE: ADDITION TO 4145 MAIN STREET NIAGARA FALLS (CHIPPAWA), ONTARIO
Attention: City Council, Niagara Falls, Ontario
As residents of 4136 Main St, we have no qualms as to the
addition to the small cottage across the street from us.
This cottage has been well maintained over the last 20 years that
we have been living on this street and the small addition that is planned
would not pose any problems as far as we are concerned.
We are in support of their plan for the addition.
K~n4/i 36 k..daiLnl~S;:;t Ferg uson '
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2G 6C3
Tuesday, August 10, 2004
To Whom It May Concern:
Regarding the Erwin cottage on 4145 Main Street: we, the Lighthouse Church of God, are
not opposed to the proposed addition to the cottage. We hope that John and Peggy Erwin
are able to get City Council approval and be able to spend their retirement at this beautiful
location and in their improved home. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
cere
~Pasto#~Dave Spadzinski
The Lighthouse Church of God
8652 Sodom Road
Niagara Falls, ON
L2G 7B1
Natural Resources Rlohesse$ ~aturelles
Box 5000 Tel: (~5) ~47
48~ ~a Avaflue N. F~: (~) 5~-1
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Mr. Alex Herlovitch
Deputy Director of Planning and Development
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Dear Mr. Hefloviteh:
Subject: 4145 Main Street Chippawa, Proposed Addition
Further to my letter of Ju~e 23, 2004 to Ms, Peggy Brwin conoerning the above noted
proposed addition to Ms. Ervvin's cottage, ! would like to clarify our position.
On May 20, 2004, we received a letter f~om Ms. Etwin asking this mimstry to write a
letter statln~ her plans were not in contravention with any legislation under our
jurisdiction. Since she is not planning any work in or near the water, the Public Lauds
Act does not apply, therefore, we wrote her indicating such.
Ms. Bnein failed to mention in her letter that planning approvals were not in place for
this proposal and that a chsngc to the Official Plan is require& Had we known this, we
would have stated her proposed addition may have an impact on the Provinoiaily
Si~lLmi React Wetland adjacent to her proper~y and she should consult with the Planning
authorities in terms of carrying out an Environmental Impact Study. Ms. Erwin will need
to show that her addition will not have a negative impact on the function of this wetland.
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,,,& DEVELOPMENT
i trust this clarifies our position.
Yours txuly,
Niagara Area Supervisor
Peter Colosimo, Region of Niagara
Ms. Peggy Irwin, 4351 South,rland Court, Niagara Falls, ON L2G TWa
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Th- Regional Municipality of Niag,ra
3550 Schmon Parkway, P-O. Bax 1042
Thon3td, Ontario L2V 4'1'7
Telephone: 905-9~4-3630
Fax: 905-641-5208
E-mail: plan~regio~al.nlagara.on,ca V~r~L
September t5, 2004 File: D.00.M.15.1
Alex Heriovltch
Deputy Director of Planning & Development
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, ON
Dear Mr. Herlovitch: I RECEIVED I
Re: Proposed Addition to Existing Dwelling
Sodom Road at Main Street (Chlppawa)
City of Nia.qam Falls
The following Is information Is provided to clar'~ our letter to Ms. Peggy Erwin, dated
June 4, 2O04, on the above referenced maffer.
Our letter was written In response to an inquiry from Ms. Erwln for the construction of an
addition to an existing dwelling. At this time Ms. Erwin indicated that the City required a
wriffen statement advising the~ the addition did not contravene any legislation under the
Region's jurisdiction. Although Ms. Em/in advised that the pmper[ywas leased from the
City, it was our understanding that she only required our input to obtain a Building
Permit from the City and that these lands were appropriately zoned. Therefore, our
comments were made in conjunction with our Provincial review responsibilities and
related to Provincially significant wetlands along the Welland River. We were not
made aware that a rezonlng was necessary or that the City had to approve of any
changes to the lease agreement to facilitate this construction.
When commenting on applications made under the Planning Act for land use changes
within or near natural heritage areas, Regional Planning staff normally require the
applicant to prepare an Environmental Impaot Study (ELS) to demonstrate that there will
not be negative effects. The development in this instance only involves an addition to
an existing dwelling that would not be located closer to the river, In this regard, we
would recommend the preparation of an ElS checklist prepared by a qualified
environmental specialist to assess potential impacts and to determine appropriate
mitigation measures to protect wetlands and other natural heritage features.
It should also be pointed out that the Welland River is shown as an Environmentally
Sensitive Area In the Regional Policy Plan. The Regional Plan supports and
encourages efforts by local municipalities to preserve these lands and to maintain public
ownership for public recreation and conservation purposes.
If you have any questions, please contact me for assistance.
YO(~ly,
Peter Colosimo, MCIP, RPP
Senior Planner
c: Peggy Er"win, 4351 $outherland Court, Niagara Fells, ON L2G 7W4
Joad Durst, Ministry of Natural Resources
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Corporate Services Department PD-2004-82
. ~,~/,~ Planning & Development Doug Darbyson
The Qty of J ll¢ 4310 Queen Street
Director
Niagara Fallsll . l P.O. Box 1023
Canada Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
~Tl~r web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: planning@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PD-2004-82, Proposed Pedestrian Bridge Crossing
of Fallsview Boulevard, South of Murray Street
RECOMMENDATION:
In accordance with article 3.03 of the Pedestrian Bridge Agreement between 577793 Ontario Inc.,
876891 Ontario Limited, 1140464 Ontario Inc. and the City of Niagara Falls, it is recommended that:
1) Council approve the aesthetics and design of the proposed Pedestrian Walkway Bridge over
Fallsview Boulevard, as illustrated in this report; and
2) the other parties to the said agreement be so notified.
BACKGROUND:
At its meeting of June 16, 2003, Council approved the terms and conditions of an agreement as set
out in Report No. L-2003-47 (copy attached as Appendix 1) whereby the owners of the Renaissance
Hotel and the Hilton Hotel agreed with the City for a Pedestrian Walkway Bridge crossing over
Fallsview Boulevard to connect the Renaissance and Hilton Hotels with the new Casino. One of the
terms was that the City would have to approve the aesthetics and design of the proposed structure.
Municipal staff has reviewed the plans to construct a pedestrian bridge crossing over Fallsview
Boulevard, south of Murray Street. With respect to aesthetics, pedestrian walkways can be apositive
streetscape element providing a gateway impression and an architectural connection to the buildings
and structures. The proposed walkway, with its arch and glass enclosure, elevates the design from
what could be apureIy utilitarian structure to a distinctive architectural feature within the streetscape,
as shown below.
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In order to retain the architectural and stmetscape qualities, it is staff's position that no advertising
signage should be placed on or within the structure. Also, illumination within the walkway is a
concern as glare can negatively impact both motorists and pedestrians. Because of this, the applicant
should have a qualified engineer review the design of any lighting and provide field certification
after construction of the walkway and implement any modifications, if necessary.
Municipal Works has expressed concern regarding the impact of the bridge on the traffic lights at
the entrance to the Casino. Once building permit drawings have been submitted there will be
sufficient design detail available to review this issue with the City's consultant, Delcan, in order to
determine if there is a safety issue and any mitigation thereofi The proponents of the bridge would
be responsible for resolving these issues.
CONCLUSION
The aesthetics of the proposed bridge over Fallsview Boulevard is acceptable subject to clauses in
the agreement to address signage and lighting. Any issue involving traffic signal heads will be
addressed at the building permit stage.
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J'g~n,'Barnsley T. Ravenda
Planner 2 Executive Director of Corporate Services
Recommended by: Respgct ftllly su. bmitted:
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Doug Darbyson .~(~
Director of Planning & Development Chief Administrative Officer
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Attach.
S:\PI)RL2004\PD2004-82, Proposed Pedestrian Bridge Crossing Fallsview Blvd,wpd
Corporate Services Department L-2003-47
The City of..~11~. Legal Services R.0. Kallio
Niagara Fails lJl 4310 Queen S,reet City Soticitor
Can~ll~ P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
~ I -- web site: www.cily.niagarafalls.on.ca
The recommendation(s)
Tel.: (905) 356-7521 contained in this report were
Fax: (905) 371-2892 adopted by City Council
E-maih rkallio@city, niagarafalls.on.ca
June 16, 2003
His Worship Mayor Wayne Thomson
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: L-2003-47
Pedestria· Walkway Bridge over Fallsview Boulevard
Our File No. 2003-167
RECOMMENDATION:
That the agreement for a Pedestrian Walkway Bridge over Fallsview Boulevard among The
Renaissance Hotel, The Hilton Hotel and the City, attached hereto as Appendix "1" be approved.
BACKGROUND:
Thc owners of Thc Renaissance Hotel (the"Renaissance") and Thc Hilton Hotel (the"Hilton") and
City staff explored the feasibility of constructing a pedestrian walkway bridge (the "bridge") over
Fallsview Boulevard. This bridge would connect the Renaissance and the Hilton with the new
Casino and allow pedestrians to access the Casino without having to cross Fallsview Boulevard.
The owners are requesting an easement over the air rights over Fallsview Boulevard in order to
permit the construction and maintenance of the bridge.
After discussions and negotiations with staff, the attached draft agreement sets out the terms and
conditions which are agreeable to both the owners and City staff. The terms and conditions are
summarized as follows:
· term: in perpetuity until bridge is removed or destroyed and
not rebuilt
· consideration for air rights: nominal consideration of $2 per annum
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· costs of construction of bridge: solely at the expense of the owners
· costs of maintenance of bridge: solely at the expense of the owners
· indemnification: the owners to take out an insurance policy of at least
$5 Million indemnifying the City against all claims
for personal injury or damage to property
· signage: no exterior signage allowed
only interior signage permitted, which shall be
directional signage for the Renaissance, the Hilton
and the Casino
The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Commission ("OLGC") is aware o fthis agrcement and negotiations
between the owners and OLGC arc nearly completed with respect to attaching thc bridge to the
Casino bu~..g.
Re. by: Respectfully submitted:
Ray Kailio ~t~ John MacDonald
City Solicitor ~ChiefAdministrative Officer
Approved by:
T. Ravenda
Executive Director of Corporate Services
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Attachment
PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE AGP~EMENT "~
BETWEEN:
577793 ONTARIO INC.
(hereinafter referred to as the "Renaissav, ce*') X
OF THE FIRST PART
876891 ONTARIO LIMITED and 1140464 ONTARIO INC.
(hereinafter referred to as the 'Hilton")
OF TIdE SECOND PART
THE CORPORATION OF TI~ CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
(hereinafter referred to as the "City")
OF THE THIRD PART.
WHEREAS Renaissance is the owner of certain lands described in Schedule "A' hereto;
AND WHEREAS Hilton is the owner of certain lands described in Schedule "B" hereto;
AND WHEREAS Renaissance and Hilton are herein also collectively described as the
AND WHEREAS the Owners wish to construct a Pedestrian Walkway Bridge (as hereinafter
defined) over land owned by the City, which lands are described in Schedule "C" hereto;
NOW THEREFORE TIHS AGREEMENT WITNEgSES that in consideration of the
payment of the sum of Two ($2.00) Dollars by the Owners to the city, Ihe premises and the
mutual covenants, undertakings and agreements contained in this Agreement and other good
and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the Parties
hereto have agreed as follows:
ARTICLE 1
DEFINITIONS
1.01 The following words and phras~ shall have the following meanings:
(a) "Architect" meaas the firm of (Stan~'ord Downey), Architects and includes such
other architect as may be appointed by the Owners in substitution or
replacement thereof;
(b) 'Approved Plans" means the detailed construction drawings and plan~ for the
construction of the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge and Supports as finally approved
by the City Engineer pursuant :to Article 3 hereof;
(c) "City Engineer" means the City official with the title of Director of Municipal
Works, or his or her designate, appointed by the Council of the City from time
to time;
(d) "City's Lands" means the lands owned by the City, described in Schedule
"C", over which the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge will be constructed;
(e) "Development" means the raised system of pedestrian walkways linking the
lands of the Owners to the Casino Complex owned by Ontario Lottery &
Gaming Commission on the east side of Fallsview Avenue, over the City's
Lands;
(f) 'Encroachment Area~ means that area above the City's Lands which is not
less than 4.5 m and not more than 10 m above the highest point of the roadway
located on the City's Land, is not more than 5 m wide, in even width
throughout and is the full breadth of the Fallsview Avenue road allowance, in
which Encroachmeot Area the Owners shall be permitted to construct the
Pedeslrian Walkway Bridge;
(g) "External Slgnage~ means signage which is either altached to the exterior of
the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge and/or the Supports or which is located inside
but is outward facing and which message is visible from the exterior of the
Pednstrian Walk. ray Bridge;
(h) '~Pedes~rlan Walkway Bridge" means the grade separa~t pedestrian bridge to
be constructed by the Owners within tho Encroachment Area for the passage of
pedestrian traffic linking the Owners' lands with those of the Ontazio Lottery &
Gaming Commission on the east side of the Encroachment Area;
(i) "Supports ~' means such structure(s) (if any) ns is/are shown on the Approved
PIan.s to be placed on la~ls owned by the Ontario Lottery Gaming Commission
("OLGC") for the purpose of supporting the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge.
ARTICLE 2
GRANT OF ENCROACHMENT
2.01 Subject to the provisions hereof, the City shall allow and grant the Owners the right
and privilege of maintaining in the Encroachment Area on, over or above the City's
Lands, a Pedestrian Walkway Bridge until such time as the encroachments described
above shall be demolished, removed or otherwise destroyed. (subject to the right of the
Owners to repair as is set out in Article 4.04. hereol) or all or part of said
Encroachment Area is required by the City, on Twelve (12) months' notice to the
Owners, for public purposes, whichever shall first occur.
:2.02 The Owners shall pay to the City, for such privilege, an annual fee of Two ($2.00)
Dollars which fee shall be payable to the Treasurer of the City on the execution date of
this Agreement and there-after, on the anniversary of that date in each and every year
during the continuance of said privilege.
ARTICLE 3
APPROVALS
3.01 The Owners shall, at least Ninety (90) days before commencement of construction of
the Development submit detailed plans and specifications of thc Pedestrian Walkway
Bridge and Supports to the City for its approval.
3.02 As to the structural integrity of the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge and Supports, their
integration with the municipal road allowance, and all issues relating to public and
vehicular safety, the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge shall be subject to the approval of the
City Engineer whose decision, subject to his acting reasonably, shall be final and
binding upon the Owners.
3,03 As to the aesthetics and design of the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge and Supports, the
materials used, and exterior finishes, the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge and Supports
shall be subject to the approval of the City which approval shall not be unreasonably
withheld. In the event that the City and the Owners cannot reach agreement on the
issue of design, aesthetics, exterior materials and finishes, either Party may refer the
issue to binding arbitration in the manner provided in Article 8 hereof.
3.04 The Development, inainding the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge shall be subject to the
issuance of building permits by the City's Chief Building Official, in accordance with
the provigions of the Building Code Act and the Building Code.
3,05 When all of the approvals have been given by the City in accordance with the
provisions of thi~ Article, the Approved Plmu and specifi¢atiom shall constitute the
Approved Plans for the purpose of this Agreement and shall be deemed to be annexed
ARTICLig 4
CONSTRUCIION
4.ol The Owners shall not construct until they bare received Approved Plans for
Development.
4.0Z Upon tho Owners receiving thc Approval Plato, the Owner~ may commence
construction of the Development in accordance with said Approved Plans. With res .[.~ect
to that portion of the Development which pertains to the Pedestrian Walkw$.y Budge
the Owners shall assure that this structure is constructed only wlthin the Encroachment
Area. All costs of construction of the Development ara in particular the Pedestrian
Walkway Bridge shall, notwithstanding their encroadunent onto City property, be for
tho sole and only cost of the Owners.
4.03 When nnrmnenoing the construction of the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge, the Owners
shall assure that the work relating thereto is completed expeditiously so as to minimize
interference with both pedestrian and vehicular traffic passing over the municipal
roadway right-of-way, The method of construction, the renting of traffic both vehicular
and pedestrian, the safety measures relating thereto, shall ha subject to the approval of
the City Engineer and the Owners agree to be bound by said direction and oversight.
4,04 In the event hhat the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge is damaged or destroyed, either
wholly or partially, the Owners shall have the right, at their option, to repair and/or
replace the Supports and the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge and if they elect to do sO they
shall, within One Hundred and Eighty (180) days from the event, commence the
repairs and/or reconstruction and shall ]?arsnc the same d/llgently. In the event that the
Owners have not commenced their repalr~ to the Pednstrian Walkway Bridge w/thin the
One Hundred and Eighty (180) days, or have not pursued said repairs diligently, the
City may enter upou the Encroachment ~ remove any and all structures at the
Ownec~' sole cost.
ARTICLE 5
INI}EMhrlTY ~ INSURANCE
5.01 The Pedestrian Walkway Bridge and Supports, notwithstanding their location on City
Lands, shall remain the property of the Owners. The Owners shall assume all liability
and obligation for any and all loss, damage, injury (includin8 death) to persons or
pwpe~y that may occta by reason of anything done or maintained by the Owners
hereunder and the Owners shall at all times inclen:miry and save harmless the City from
and against such loss, damage or injury and all actions, suits, prOCeedings, costs,
charges, damages, expenses, claims or demands arising therefrom or connected
therewith. Provided however that the Ovmers shall not be liable to the extent to which
such loss, damage or injuries caused or contributed by the neglect or default of the
City.
5.02 The Owners shall, at' their own expense, take out, maintain and keep in full force and
effect a comprehensive policy of general liability insurance on a "all risks" and
'extended perils" basis, the form t'o bo satisfactory to the City Solicitor. The policy
shall name the City as an insured thereunder and shall protect and indemnify the City.
its officers, employees and agents against any claims for damage to property, bodily
injury to or death of one or more persons and loss or damage to City or third party
property occurring in. on or resulting from any of the encroachments in this ,Agreement
provided for. Coverage under said policy of insurance to he for not le~s than Five
Million ($5,000,000.00) Dollars and to include the City as aa additional insured. The
policy to be endorsed to inchd¢ the contractual obligation of the Owners to the City
under this Agreement and to contain a "cross liability" endorsement.
5.03 A certified copy of the policy of insurance referred to in Article 5.02 hereof or a
certificate in lieu thereof, in a form satisfactory Io the City Solicitor shall be provided
to the City upon execution of this Agreement and thereafter on or before the renewal
dates of all future renewals of this Agreement and of the policy of insurance. The City
may, in its sole discretion acting reasonably, require the Owners to raise the minimum
amount of coverage and shall so advise the Owners in writing, who then shall
immediately increase the minimum coverage and deliver to the City within Thirty (30)
days a certified copy of the policy or cerlificate in lieu, in a form satisfactory to the
City Solicitor, showing the amended coverage. Failure of the Owners to comply to
these provisions shall constitute a breach of this Agreemen! and shall entitle the City to
terminate hereunder.
ARTICLE 6
MAINTENANCE
6,01 The Ownem covenant and agree with the City thai they shall maintain the Pedestrian
Wall?way Bridge and Supports, both structurally and cosmetically, in good and proper
repatr and in a condition satisfactory m the City Engineer acting reasonably. The City
Engineer may. from time to time, always acting reasonably, request the Ownem to
provide the ceaificafion of a structural professional engineer that the Pedestrian
Walkway Bridge and Supports continue to thnslion in accordance with their design and
that their structural integrity has not been degraded.
6.02 In the event that the Owners fail to maintain the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge and
Supnnfls in a good aM. proper repair and condition as hereinbefore roy ded the Cit
En}]~r may give notice in writing to the Owners of any al~ged dishpair g
uusatisfactor}, condition and the Owners shall have Thirty (30) days from the date of
receipt of satd notice to remedy the situation, If the Owners do not, within thai Thirty
(30) days commence the repair or reconditioning, then the City may enter upon the
Encroachment Area and complete said repair and reconditioning and all costs of the
City relating thereto shall be for the cost and at the expense of the Owners who shall
reimburse the City forthwith upon demand.
6.03 Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, in the event that the City Engineer,
acti.n~ reasonably, ia of the opinion that there exists any disrepair, defect or other
cond~tlon which could constitute an issue or condition of public safety relating to either
the Supports or the Pedestrian Wallin, ay Bridge, then the City may enter upon the
encroachments without notice so as lo carry out the repairs and/or work reasonably
required to rectify the emergency and the City shall be indemnified by the Ownem for
all steps taken by the Municipality for said purposes including, but not limited to, all of
its costs relating to said entry.
ARTICLE 7
SIGN'AGE
?.01 There shall be no External Signage placed on or in the Encroachment Area.
'/.02 There shall be no internal signage within the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge other than
directional signage which directs the pedestrians using the Pedestrian Walkway Bridge
m the facilities of the Owners and to the Casino owned by the OLGC.
ARTICLE 8
ARBITRATION
8.01 Any dispute on a matter or issue which, by the provisions of this Agreement is to be
settled by arbitration, shall be settled and determined by a single arbitrator in
accordance with the provisions of the Arbitration Act, 1991.
8.02 The arbitrator shall be appointed on the unanimous consent of all Parties to this
Agreement. In the event that the Parties cannot agree, the choice of arbitrator shall be
referred to the senior presiding justice of the Superior Court of Justice at the Judicial
District of Niagara South who shall, upon receiving submissions from the Parties,
appoint an arbitrator who is anyone other than the initial choice of any of the Panics.
8.03 The appointment of the arbitrator, other than that made by a Judge pursuant to Article
8.02 hereof, shall be in writing and signed by all Parties.
8.04 Dependent on the issue before him or her, the arbitrator shall have the power to obtain
the assistance, advice or opinion of an independent expert such as an engineer,
architect, surveyor, appraiser or other expert as he/she may think fit.
8.05 The award of the arbitrator on all issues, excluding an issue of law, shall be final and
binding upon the Parties and e:ccept on an issue of law, no further recourse shall be
available m the Parties.
ARTICLE 9
MISCELLANEOUS
9.01 The Owner~ covenant and agree with the City that the encroachments herein provided
shall be limited to encroachments within the Encroachment Area and will not, without
the specific consent in writing of Ibc City, increase, extend or enlarge beyond the
Encroachntent Area in any manner whatsoever.
9.02 The Owners covenant and agree to remove any portion or portions of the stt'actures
front Ihe Encroachment Area in the event that the City, acting reasonably and on
Twelve (12) months' notice should require that area for its public purposes.
9.03 Thin Agreement, including Schedules "A', "B', 'C" and 'D', constitutes the entire
agreement of the Parties hereto and supersedes any prior agreements, undertakings,
declarations, representatiom and understandings both written and verbal in respect of
the subject matter hereof.
9.04 This Agreement all not be changed or modified except by ntemorandum in writing
executed by all tl~ Parties hereto,
9.05 If any provision of this A~reentent is determined to be illegal or invalid as wrhten.
such pmvisinn shall be enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law or shall be
severed herefrom and such illegality or invalidity shall not affect the validity of the
remaining provisions hereof.
9.06 Failure by any Party to insist upon the strict performance of any covenant, agreement,
term or condition of this Agreement, or to exercise any right or remedy consequent .:
upon the breach thereof, shall not constitute a waiver of any breach or any subsequent
breach of such covenant, agreantent, term or condition. No covenant, agreement, term
or condition of this Agreement and no breach thereof shall be waived, altered or
modified except by written instrument. No waiver of any breach shall affect or alter
this Agreement but each and every covenant, agreement, term and condition of this
Agreement shall conliane in full force and effect with respect to any other then existing
or subsequent breach thereof.
9.07 Whenever and to the extent that any Party shall be nnable to fulfill, or shall be delayed
Or restricted in the fulfillment of any obligation under any provision of this Agreement,
by reason of strikes, labour or other relaled business interruptions, work stoppages
civil uurest, natural phenomenon which prevents or delays the act om required to be
taken by the Parties, or any other matter which is completely outside the control or
influence of the Party and would fall into what is generally referred to as Force
Majeure, such Patay shall, so long and to the extent that any such impedintent exists,
be relieved from the fulfilment of such obligation and the other Patay shall not be
entitled to contpensalion for any loss, damage, inconvenience, nuisance or discomfort
thereby occasioned.
9.08 This Agreement shall be read with all changes of gender and number required by the
contexl.
9.09 (1) Where Ihis Agreement requires notice or a document to tn delivered by one
Party to the other, such notice or document shall be in writing and delivered
either personally, by e-mail, by fax or by prepaid ordinary first class post, by
the Party wishing to give such notice or document, to the other Patay at the
address noted below.
(2) Such notice or document shall be deemed to have been given:
(a) in the case of personal delivery, on the date of delivery;
(b) in the case of e-meil or fax, on the date of transmission provided it is
received before 4:30 p.m. on a day that is not a holiday, as defined in
the Interpretation Act, failing which it shall be deemed to have been
received the next day, provided the next day is not a holiday; and
(c) in the case of registered post, on the third day, which is not a holiday,
following posing,
(3) Notice shall be given:
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to: 577793 Ontario lac, at
6455 Fallsview Boulevard
Niagara Falls. ON L2G 3V9
Attention: Mr. Tom Saks
Telephone: (905) 357-1151 ext. 6227
Facsimile: (905)
to: 876891 Ontario Limited and
1140464 Ontario Inc. at:
6361 Fallsview Blvd.
Niagara Falls, Olq L2G 3V9
Attention: Mr. Joe DiCosimo
Telephone: (905) 354-7887
Facsimile: (905) 35%9300
to: The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls at
4310 Queen Street, P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Attention: Law Clerk
Telephone: (905) 356-752i ext. 4241
Facsimilo: (905) 371-2892
9.10 This Agreement may be executed in several counterparts. A counterpart once executed
shall be deemed to be an original and such counterpa~ls together shall constitute one
and the same instrument. Counterparts may be executed either in original or faxed
form and the Parties may adopt any signatures received by a receiving fax machine as
original signatures of the Parties, pwvided however that any Party providing its
signature in such manner shall promptly forward to the other Party an original of the
signed copy of this Agreement which was so faxed.
9.11 This Agreement shall enare to the benefit of and be binding upon the Parties hereto and
their respective successors and assigns.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto affixed their corporate seals duly
attested by the hands of the proper signing officers in that behalf.
577793 ONTARIO INC.
Per:
Title:
I hay* authority to bind tho Co~poration.
876891 ONTARIO LIMITED and
1140464 ONTARIO INC.
Per:
Title:
I have authority ~ bind the Corporations.
TH~ CORPORATION OF THE CITY
OF NIAGARA FALLS
Per:
Name: Wayne Thomson
Title: Mayor
Name: Dean lorfida
Title: City Clerk
We have authority Io bind Ihe Corporation
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FIRgTLV:
ALL AND SINGULAR ~hat certain parcel or trac! of land and praises situate, lying and being
in ~c City 0f Niagara F~ls (fo~erly in Township of Stamford, in ~c County of Wclland) in the
Regional Municipality of Niagara ~d being ~mpos~ of par of Rang~ 13 ~d 14 a<ording to
Plan o f Falls Company's l~ds. now ~own as Pl~ No. I re,steM in the Regist~ O~ce of the
then Cowry of Welland, ~d p~s of Buch~ Avenue (fo~erly Slreet) according to the said
PI~ closed by By-law No. 2207 for the said Township of Stamford, the said p~cel being
situat~ on the no~ side of Dixon S~eet, on the west side of Buch~ Avenue, on the ~sl side
of S~ley Av~ue ~d Po~ge Roa~ w~ch said p~cel is more p~l~ly &~ ~ follows:
P~MIS~G ~at ~e wc~erly ~und~ of Buc~ Avenue g ~ 3 de~ 14 minutes
E~t ~d all b~n~ h~ein ~e ~fe~ ~er~o.
COMMENCING at a ~int in thc noahcrly bound~ of Dixon S~c¢g at ~¢ Mt¢rsccfion of the
westerly ~un~ of Bu~ Awnuc;
THENCE ~ntinuing in the no~hedy bord~ of Dixon S~t, South 88 de~ 15 minut~ W~t,
288.28 f~t more or less, ¢o ~ iron pin in ~e ~t~ly bo~ of Po~ago Road;
THENCE No~h 33 de~ees 30 minut~ west in ~ lint mentioned bound~ 92.5 feet to m iron
pin;
T~NCE No~ 3 de~e~ ~ ~nut~ W~t, 131.~ f~[ more at less along ~e e~t~ly
bo~d~ of St~lcy Avenue, to ~ iron
~EN~ Noah 71 de~e~ 15 minutes ~t, I 12.3g feet;
THENCE South 78 dcgccs 56 ~nut~ 30 ~nd$ E~t 29.32 f~t;
THENCE No~ 74 dc~ 12 mMut~ E~t, 2~.57 feet to a ~int in ~e wcs(~ly bounda~ of
Buch~ Av~ue;
THENCE Sou~ 3 d~ees 14 minutes East along the w~tcrly ~d~ of Buchan~ Avenue,
277.2 f~t mom or less, to thc ~int of~cemenL
Contai~ng by a~eas~ent approx~ely 1.85 ac~s.
SAVE ~D EXCE~ those p~s of Rmg~ 13 ~d 14 ~d that p~ of Buch~ Awnue
(fo~ly 8~t) clos~ by said By-law No. 2207 for ~e ~id Towmhip of St~ford dcsi~at~
m PaR 2 on a pl~ de~sit~ in ~c ~d Re~s~ Offi~ for the Re~st~ Division of Niag~a
South & 59R4200.
SAVE AND EXCEPT ~at p~ of R~gc 13 desi~t~ ~ P~ I, Plan 59R-6730.
As in No. 429275.
SECONDLY:
ALL AND SINGULAR ~at ~aain p~l or tract of I~d and pr~s~ situate, l~ng <d being
in the City of Niag~a Falls, in ~e Regional Municip~ity of Niag~a (fo~crly in the Township
of Stamford, in the County of Weil~d) and being ~mposgd of lhat p~ of Dixon
according to the Plan of ibc Falls Company's l~ds, now known ~ Plan No. 1, ¢los¢d by By-law
No. 84-86 for thc City of Niagara F~Ia r~gister~d in ~he Land Regist~ Division of Niagara
South ~o. 59) on the 21s~ day of J~e, 1984 as No. 430946, and desi~ated as PaR 1 on a plan
~depo~ited Jn the said ~nd Regist~ Offi~ as No 59R-4200
SAVE AND EXCEPT that p~ of Dixon Street aforesaid dcsi~ated as PaR 2, Plan 59R-~730.
As in No. 434662.
THIRDLY:
· Part of Range 13, Plan 1 being designated as Pants 2 and 3. Plan 59R-7404, City of Niagara
Falls, Regional Municipality o£ Niagara.
As in No. 604784.
FOURTH~Y:
Par~ of Ranges 14 and 15 between Stanley Avenue and Buchanan Avenue and part of
Buchanan Avenue (closed by By-law No. 2207, Inatrnment No. 97685 [1957]), City of the
Falls Company Plan, now known as Plan I (Township of Stamford), City of Niagara Falls,
Regional Municipality of Niagara, designated aa Part 2 on Plan 59R-7329.
As in No. 737693.
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~CHEOULE"B"
{FIRSTLy:
Part of Ranae 16~ West of Buchanan Avenue and Part of Buchanan Avenue (closed by By-law
97685 registered Oclober 17, 1957) Cily of 1he Falls Company Plan, now known as Plan 1, Cily
of Niagara Falls, Regional Municipality of Niagara and designated as Part I on
SAVE AND EXCEPT Part 1, Plan $9R-7271.
S_~..O.~._~.X:
Pa~ of Range 14 and Part of Falls, Eegional Municipalily of Niagara, and Part of Buchanan
Avenue closed by By-law 2207 Range I $, West of Buchanan Avenue, City of the Falls Company
Plan, now Plan I, City of N[a§era for the former Township of Stamford, moro particularly
described as follow~:
COMMENCING at a point in the original westerly limit of Buchanan Avenue crcat~ by P]an
1, distant therein North 3 degrees 14 minutes west, 322.75 feet from its intersection with the
northerly limit of Dixon Street created by Plan I according to Plan 1;
THENCE South 74 degrees l I minutes west, [91.64 feet to an iron stake;
THENCE North 2 degrees 15 minutes west, 171.59 feet to a concrete monument planted in the
northerly limit of Range No. 15;
THENCE North 86 degrees 43 minutes east along the northerly limit of said Range No. 15 and
its easterly production, 191.18 feet to an iron stake planted in the present westerly Iimlt of
Buchanan Avenue, established by By-law No. 2207;
THENCE South 3 degrees 14 minutes east along the said westerly limit of Buchanan Avenue,
128.43 feet to an iron stake planted at the intersection of the said w~terly limit with a llne drawn
through the point of coramancement on a course of North 74 degrees I I minutes east;
THENCE South 74 degrees 11 minutes west, 7.15 feet more or less to the point of
SAVE AND EXCEPT Pan l, Plan 59R-7271.
As in No. 585864.
TOGETHER WITH an easement over Paxi of Ranges 14, 15 and 16 (between Stanley Avenue
and Buchanan Avenue) City of the Falls Company Plan, now known as Plan 1, Cily &Niagara
Falls, former Township of Stamford, designated as Parts I and 2, Plan 59R.-11069.
As in No. 770333.
TOGETHER WITH Part of Range 14, lying between Stanley Avenue and Buchanan Avenue,
City of the Falls Company Plan, now known as Plan 1, formerly in the Township of Stamford, ·
Town of Niagara Falls, now in the City of Niagara Falls, Regional Municipality of Niagara
designated as Part I on Reference Plan 59E-7329 saving and excepting thereout and therefrom
all of the sub-soil and sub-surface of the lands described below an elevation of 460 feet above
the datum line as established by the Canadian Geodetic Survey.
As in No. 773866.
The Royal Canadian Legion
NIAGARA FALLS (ONT. NO. 51 BRANCH)
August 6th, 2004
Mayor Ted Salci
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2E 6X5
Dear Mayor Salci:
On behalf of the Royal Canadian Legion Branches No. 51, 396 and
479, we request that the week of September 19th to 25th be
proclaimed "LEGIONWEEK".
This week will be observed through Canada and many Branches will
have activities to make the public aware of Branch and Community
projects.
Branch 51 will be responsible for the payment of publication of the
Proclamation in the Niagara Falls Review.
Thank you for your attention tothis very important event. For any
further information, please contact Helen Keating at 354-8331,
regarding Legion Week.
Yours truly,
cc: Br. 479 ~RCE OF THE
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~LANNING MEETING SEP 2,~0
5743 Valley Way, Niagara Fa )05-354-8331
Minister ~ Ministre
of Citizenship de la Citoyennet6
and Immigration et de I'lmmigration
Ottawa, Canada KIA 1L1
1 3 2004,
Dear Sir or Madam:
This year, Canada's Citizenship Week will be held October 18 - 24. This event is
a time to explore the nature of Canadian citizenship and the underlying values of
respect, freedom and belonging that bring us together and make Canada such a
great country in which to live.
I hope that your municipality will join the celebration by recognizing this important
week. We are encouraging municipalities to become involved by passing a
resolution proclaiming Canada's Citizenship Week. A sample resolution is
enclosed for your reference.
You may also want to lead your council in a reaffirmation of Canadian citizenship
by reciting the oath of citizenship. A copy of the oath is enclosed, along with a
copy of the Citizenship Week poster and an order form for material to support
your community's participation in the Week. To ensure priority service, please
fax your order to (6'13) 954-7619.
As a municipal official, I am sure you will agree that all citizens should be
encouraged to take part in community activities. It is particularly important for
young people to become actively engaged in citizenship activities. Many of the
products we have developed aim to empower young people with the concepts,
understanding and skills they need to be responsible, caring and active citizens.
If you have any questions about Canada's Citizenship Week or citizenship in ~
general, please e-mail us at welcomehome@cic.gc.ca. You can also obtain
more information by visiting the Citizenship and Immigration Canada Web site at
www. cic..qc.ca.
AUG 2 6 ZO0.
. ~I:ICE OF THE UA¥O~ . ~,,
The H dy Sgro SF, P ~- D ~l~'
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Canadll
NIRG, FI:ILLS CLERKS'g4. OF_Ii3 i0:41
August 13, 2004
FOR THE INFORMATION OF COUNCIL
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council,
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Dear Members:
Re: Annual Man-A-Mile Relay Race
The Niagara Parks Commission has approved the use of the Niagara Parks
Commission Recreation Trail for this year's Man-A-Mile Relay Race.
The details of the race are as follows:
Date: Monday, October 11, 2004
Starting Time: 9:00 a.m.
Place: McFadand Park
Proposed Route:
The race will start at McFarland Pa'k on the Niagara River Parkway and
proceed south to Victoria Avenue in Niagara Falls, south on Victoda Avenue to
Valley Way, southwest on Valley Way to Mordson Street and west on Morrison
Street to Oakes Park.
We respectfully request the use of the Municipal Roads for this event and
request that the Mayor, or his representative, be present for the award
presentations at Oakes Park. This will be my 13th and last year as
Chairperson (my obligations to the Niagara Falls Girls Soccer Club have
increased !!). As of this writing I am hopeful that David Trotter with the
assistance of the Niagara Regional Athletic Club will be taking over. We do
have room for a corporate team from City Hall. We anxiously await your
response.
Sincerely,
Joanne McKinley-Molodynia,
Chairperson, Man-.A-Mile Committee
JMM/Id
cc: Acting Chief Nickolls, Niagara R. egional Pci!ce
Chief Ray Vasallo, Niagara Parks Police
Karl Dren, City Service Centre
I~LANNING ~TIN~ SEP 2 0 200 .
STAMFORD DIAGNOSTIC UI~TRASOUND INC. 905-262-55114
4025 Dorchester Road, Suite 301.
Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 7K8
September 2, 2004
Mr. Ted Salci, Mayor
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Dear Ted:
Re: ACS1
Stamford Diagnostic Ultrasound Inc.
Aoolicatiou to exnand Llcence
In July, 2004 we received an Off'ex to Purchase our Ultrasound Licence conditional upon
being able to expand the lieence to include Nuclear Scanning. The Niagara District Health
Counc!l under Joanne Manson's investigation, gave tentalive approval of this happening with the
exception of Bone Mineral DXA.
However today, I received by fax a letter denying this expansion. They said there was not
sufficient evidence of need for this service.
I have attached a reply to Mr. Jim Lancastle that you can read. I believe it is self
explanatory. I will also attempt to get a copy of the Niagara District Health Council Report faxed
to your office later today.
At the present time, for a diagnosed Carcinoma, the waiting time for a bone scan is six weeks.
This six weeks could be better spent on treatment and containment of the disease as opposed to
waiting to find out how much it has metastasized.
We have a group of skilled physicians and technolo~s who urish to set up a clinic and invest
large amounts of money in equipment for scans that would reduce waiting times to one to two weeks
(an acceptable time) for bone scans. It would help recruit some internists to set up practice here as
well as family physicians as they would also be doing Nuclear Cardiology where the wait is up to
eight to twelve weeks. It would employ 4 - 5 people, highly skilled in their field.
PLANNI~ MEETING' $£P 2 0
This addition to our licence won't cost the Independent Health Facilities anything other than
paperwork. As you know, we are lacking in Radiologists, our gamma camera is old and even though
they have budgeted for a new one in 2005, it is only a matter of time that they will be back to one
because the old one will quit working. This thcility would not only be an asset, it is a neces~ty.
If you try and get an ultrasound in the City of Niagara FaIJs, you will wait one to two weeks
minimum. That is unacceptable for true medical care espeeiaJly in the obstetrical field.
l]~e only way we can get them to reconsider is if the City of Niagara Falls in unison opposes
this decision and asks them to reconsider. I have considered a Letter to the Editor and may still go
that route. People here have the right to know what thc Ministry of.Health turned down for them.
I think that the populace would be very incensed.
This is not what the McGinty Government promised and the citizens have every right to be
upset over this. Many of them have relatives who are in a waiting game for scans. It is emotionally
draining and a fix for the wait is there if only we can get the IHF to agree to expand the licence.
If you wish to speak to Mr. Laneastle, his phone number is 613-548-6637. I would ask you
to present this letter to council for their discussion and approval ora letter to the Independent Health
Facilities in Kingston addressed to both Mr. J. Lancasfle and Ms. Marsha Barnes, as she is the
director.
My home phone number is 905-358-5271 or you can reach me at biford~,,sympatico.ca.
Your co-operation is greatly appreciated.
Yours very truly,
(Mrs,) Barbara Ford, Manager
Dr. Andrew Fisher, PresJ.dent
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P0 ~x 48 CP ~
Se~te~r ~, 2004
~mfo~ Diagnostic Ul~sound ]nc,
~o Dr. ~. Fisher, President
54~ Po~ge Road, Su~ 301
Niagara Falls ON L2G 5~
Dear Dr. Fisher:
RE: S[amfo~ Diag~s6c
~ Po~ge Eoad, Sure ~01
N~gera Fa~s ON L2G 5~
Lice~e Numbec 7381723
Bali~ Numar: AC51
Thank 7~ ~r ~ur appl~i~ f~ ~nsion of se~ to provue in-~en~l, in vi~
~ole ~y ~unter, in vivo~PECT and bone ~e~l D~ se~s in ~e able d~g~
fa~li~.
The m~ist~ ~s ~plet~ ~s re~ of ~r pro~J a~ has dete~i~ ~at ~m ~ ~t
suffic~nt ev~ence ef n~d for i~v~en~t, in v~le ~y ~unter, in v~SPECT
a~ ~ mineral D~ se~s ~ atoning ~r licen~ ~ in~ude ~e~
In our re~ew, we ~nsider~ input t~t ~ ~ ~ the Nizam D~ ~a~
on ne~ for ~e se~ice as well as info~afion on ~[ availabil~ of the sew~e.
mini~ has datelined ~at ~e~e is ~uate a~s to in-~v~geneml, in ~o-~ole b~y
~un~r, in ~o-SPECT a~ bone mineral D~ sauces h the ge~raphb ama of ~is
fadli~, and as su~, this Pm~l is ~t a~ble.
If you have ~her qu~t~n~ or ~n~ms ~th ~iS ma~er, p~ase ~n~ Mr. Jim
at ~e ]ndepe~ent Heal~ Fa~litles P~ram al ~e a~e ~ address, or ~11
8637.
Sincerely,
Mamha Barnes
D~e~or
Independent Health Fa~lities P~mm
c: Niagara Dist~t Heal~ Council
TOTRL P,I~2
STAMFORD DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUND [NC. 905-374-6644
4025 Dorchester Road, Suite 301
Niagara Falls, Ontario t,2E 7K8
September 2, 2004
Mr. I. Laneastle
49 Place d'Armes
2nd Floor
P.O. Box 48
Kingston, Ontario K7L 5J3
Dear Mr. Lancastle:
Re: AC 51
Application to Expand l.i?._e, nc_~e
We are in receipt oFyour letter dated September I, 2004 refusing to expand our Iicence to
include in-vivo-general, in vivo-whole body counter, in vivo-SPECT and bone mineral DXA. The
l~agara District Health Council gave a favourable report to all but the bone mineral DXA. At thc
prescott time there is a wait of at least six weeks for Bone scans for diagnosed Carcinoma and it is
increasing as we correspond.
Cardiac problems are on thc rise due to the aging population in Niagara and lifestyles whicll
contribute to the same. Cancer is also on the rise and at the present time our Facilities are overbooked
and undctstafl'ed.
Here come a group of'physicians highly qualified and willing to invest large amounts of
eapi~l to provide equipment and medical experti~/'or medical diagnosis and patient care for the
ever-increasing patient load (which cannot be serviced in a timely manner at the present time by any
£acJlJty here) and you refuse to give them the additional approval that they require to operate. Where
is your concern for the patients who live here? What about increased access to adequate care that
the government promised to all the constituents in the Province of Ontario?
Stamford Dia~lostic Ultrasound lnc, has been here in this community providing excellent
scanning, and with new owners would continue to do the same. There is now a two week wait for
an obstetrical, or pelvic ultrasound even though the doctors specifies u~gent. TEllS IS NOT THE
CARE MR. MCG1NTY PROMISED!
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Thisadditi°nt°°urlicencewould cos~tlndependentHealthFacilities nothingbut paper. You
would have to pay for the service this week or six weeks from now whenever the patient got booked
elsewhere.
I am asking you to review this application again and re-think_ You do not live here, you do
not have to try and get access for lovett on~s when sometimes ti. me is thc only preventive measure
they have. How many of you have actually sat with the family ora patient with cancer who is unable
to get a bone scan in a timely manner, or in the c, as~ of cardiac problems, a nuclear scan of'the heart?
I don't believe too many of'your people have. It is extremely Frustrating and emotionally draining.
It is unfair to physS¢ians who have pioneered ultrasound and scanning into the state of the
art that it is now to oot allow them to amend their licenccs to include other examinations so that they
can sell their licenc~s at retirement and ~nsure continuity of care with access to more varied scans.
Please give this letter your immediate attention. We have played by all of your rules, and we
ask for onlyre-consid~ration. Nothing should bewritten in stone. I can be reached at 905-262-5514
or through our manager by e-mail at biford(~t~sympatico.ca'
Yours very truly,
Dr. Andrcw A. Fisher
cc Klm Craiter, MPP President
Niagara Distri~ Health Couneil
80'd ]UlOi
Niagara District Health Oour cil
Conseil rSgiona! de sant8 de Niagara
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August 17, 20O4
Margo Stinson
Settlor Analy~
Independent Health Facilities Program
Health Services Division
Primary Health Care a~nd Physician Policy Branch
49 Place d'Armes, 2nd Floor
PO Box 48
Kingston ON K7L 5J3
Dear Ms. Stinson:
RE: Request for comments regarding the application from Stamford Diagnostic Ultrasound of
Niagara Fails to expand its ~ general and vascular ultrasound license to include nnelear
medicine anti bone density analysis services.
1 am pleased to provide you with the following staff review in response to your request that the
Niagara DHC review the proposal and provide comments to the Director of Ihdependent Health
Facilities with respect to the current availability of services and any anticipated negative impact
of the proposed expansion (July 30, 2004). Oiven the short timeframe provided (response
requested by August 23, 2004), the proposal was not taken to Council, but the response will be
provided lo them for information at their next meeting in September 2004. Should any farther
comments or recommendations arise, we will share this with you following the September 22,
2004 Council meeting.
In order to comment on this application, Council staffwas asked to assess evidence of
community need and the potential impact on existing services. This process consisted ora review
of relevant planning guidelines and/or health indicator dam, as well as data on service levels,
waiting lists, etc., as provided by local stakeholders.
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ISSUE:
Stamford Diagnostic Ultrasound of Niagara Falls wishes to sell its current licence for general and
vascular ultrasound services and the prospective purchaser wishes to expand the license to
include nuclear cardiology and related procedures and bone densitometry. The intent will be to
set up the facility in a new location, most likely within the Niagara Falls catchment area.
This review deals with the expansion only and not with the ultrasound.services provided through
the current licence. Given the cttrrent facility closed as of June 30, 2004, and there were repotted
waits of between 2 weeks and one month for ultrasound tesls, depending on the exam, it can be
expected that other facilities ia the area are being/will be impacted. However, an assessment of
the ability of these other existing facilities to handle additional volumes of ultrasound tests wa,
beyond the scope of the request and was not undertaken.
" The nuclear medicine and bone mineral analysis components of the application are considered
sepaxately below.
1) NUCLEAR MEDICINE:
A description of Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear Radiology is a sub-specialty of Radiology in which radioisotopes (compo. unds
containing radioactive forms of atoms} are introduced into the body for the purpose df imaging,
evaluating organ function, or localizing disease or tumors.
Unlike conventional or computed radiography (such as plain X-rays and CT scans) in which X-
ray beams are generated within a machine and projected through the patient, in isotope studies
the radiation (gamma rays) originates from within a radiopharmaceutical (material tagged with
a radioisotope) in the body.
Special detector cameras are placed close against the area of interest for a period of time. and
once enough gamma rays are "seen," a computer creates an image representing where the
isotope localized within the organ or body.
Generally, nuclear medicine scans do not provide the level of anatomic detail seen on X-ray,
ultrasound, computed tomography (CT Scan), or magnetic resonance images (MRI). However,
correlation with other imaging, clinical information, and laboratory results helps identify and
confirm disease. I
Nuclear medicine technology is used to perform seam of bones, the heart, thyroid, lungs, liver,
kidney, etc. One of the more common uses of nuclear medicine technology is for bone scans,
which are often used to rule out a fracture or to determine whether or not cancer has spread fTom
other areas.
~ MEDLINEplus, Medical Encyclopedia, 2004
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Nuclear medicine technology is also commonly used to cant out diagnostic testing of the heart
and circulatory system (nuclear cardiology). Such tests can be used as a screening tool for those
at risk of developing coronary artery disease (e.g., those with diabetes who may as yet
asymptomatie for heart disease). Tests a~e performed after "sh'essing" the individual either
through exercise on a treadmill or through medication that stimulates the heart. The literature
suggests thai use of the procedure can help in the prognosis and management of those with
coronary artery disease antl may be cost-effective by distinguishing those at high risk of AMI,
who require more costly and Lnvasive procedures such as cardiac catheterization and
revascuiarization, versus those at lower risk of AMI whose conditions are more cost-effectively
managed through non-invasive interventions (e.g., pharmacological, diet).~
Evidence of community need and support:
Discussions with local stakeholders have indicated that nuclear cardiology is anticipated to
account for a substantial share of the future demand for nuclear medicine technology4 The
current applicanlYpurchaser estimates cardiac procedures will account for 75-80% of the total
volume. The applicant/purchaser intends to provide the necessary equipment to perform exercise
(treadmill) stress testing in conjunction with the nuclear procedure in addition to the medication~
based procedure (persantine). The majority of the balance of procedures is anticipated to be bone
SCanS.
Niagara residents display relatively high rates of hospiLalisation and death due to circulatory
disease (heart disease and stroke). Circulatory disease is currently the leading cause of
bospitalisation and death for Niagara residents, '~epresenting 16% of all hospital admissions, 20%
of all hospital inpatient days and 40% of all deaths according to the most reeeni data? While
diseases of the circulatory system can be hereditary, certain ehrouic health conditions and
lifestyle factors contribute to circulatory disease, including: obesity, smoking, diabetes, physic, al
inactivity, high blood pressure and a high fat diet4. Cancer, which is also a leading cause of
premature death in Niagara, after hem disease and stroke, can also be linked in many instances
to such lifestyle factors. Limited access to diagnostic tests, as a result of waiting times and/or
proximity to services, is known to lead to relatively poor access to life-savin~ treatments?
Niagara's older population6 and higher prevalence.of chronic conditions, p?lcularly amongst
the elderly,' will increase the demand for diagnostic tests, including nuclear'medicine
procedures. As noted in the application there is also a sense that family physicians are
z PubMed web site search/scan of 29 abstracts dealing with the prognostic value of myocardial perfusion scans
~ CIHI inpatient abstract database, 2001; Ontario Morbldi~y Database, 1997.
"P. 23, The Changing Fane of Heart Disease and Stroke in Canada, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, 1999.
~ P. 163 Cardiovascular Health and Services in Ontario: An ICES Ally9, Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences,
1999.
6 Niagara has the oldest age structure of all census metropolitan areas in the province, with 17% aged 65+ in Niagara
compared to 13~/o in the province in 2004)
~ For example, in 2001, 5.5% of Niagara residents aged 12+ reported having diabetes compared to 4.2% in the
province and 14_9% of Niagara residents aged 12+reported having high blood pressure compared to 13% on the
province overall. Between 1996 and 2001, the proportion aged 65+ reporting having diabetes increased by 36%
from I 1.4% to 15.5% and the proportion of those aged 65+ reporting having high blood pressure increased by 18%,
from 35.6% to 41,9%.
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increasingly recognizing the usefulness of diagnostic procedures such as nuclear medicine,
which is likely to increase the demand.
Potential impact on existing services:
Nuclear Medicine is currently provided by the Niagara Health System (NHS) at the three large
hospital sites in Niagara, the Greater Niagara General, St. Catharines General, and Wetland
County General Hospital sites. Approximately 4,450 Nuclear Medicine exams are conducted
yearly at the (}mater Niagara General site. Eighty (80) % of the exams are cardiac in nature, 12%
are bone scans and 8% are other types of scans. At the present time, Greater Niagara General
reports they are experiencing waits of 34 weeks for nuclear bone scans (reported to be longer
than desirable). Waits for cardiac nuclear medicine testing are reported by local physicians to
be somewhat longer, with bookings being made 4-8 weeks ahead. (A limited number of spots are
assigned to cardiologists on a weekly basis and therefore the walt will depend on volumes; one
" cardiologist reported bookings are currently (as of mid-August) being made for the middle of
October.) Down-time due to the age of the existing equipment is also reported to be problematic.
The Oreater Niagara General has received approval for a second nuclear medicine camera
(gamma camera) in the 2004/2005 capital budget (an addition, not a replacement). This
equipment has been assigned top priority for the Greater Niagara Gei~ral site and is anticipated
to be in place in 2005 (concurrent with additional internal medieine/ehrdiology resources - see
below). While the camera will be for general use, the main driver of the business plan is cardiac
nuclear medicine. The Niagara Health System anticipates that a new nuclear medicine facility in
Niagara Falls would have a negative impact on their volumes as the business plan is based on
guaranteed additional volumus.
The expansion at the Crreater Niagara General can be presumed to have a positive impact on the
current waiting times but the extent to which they would be reduced is unknown~ Also, while
demand for services is expected to increase (as described above, due to aging population,
anticipated increase in referrals, etc.) it is not possible to predict the precise total volumes
required based on future need in the community.
The location of the facility would appear to be an issue in terms of acoessibility for physicians
referring patients for tests (i.e., the location of the applicant's facility in the same building as a
number of physicians' offices was well received).
Physician Resources
According to a recent inventory of physician resources in Niagara (Niagara DHC, December
2003) Niagara currently has a serious shortage of radiologists. As o£December 2003, an
additional 9 radiologists were needed to reach the Ministry benchmark of 1:16,000. Since then
there has been further erosion of radiology resoUrces in the region (e.g., retirements, leaving the
area) and as of June 2004, the NHS was actively recruiting for eight radiologists, including 3 for
the Niagara Falls site. At present there are a total of 4 radiologists at the Greater Niagara
Hospital site (one of whom works less than full-time). AIl are involved in reporting general
nuclear medicine and 2 in reporting cardiac studies (one is full-time and one is less than full-
time).
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The Niagara Health System (NHS) has recently recruited a general internist to start in Niagara
Fails in 2005 and is actively recruiting 2 additional general internists for this site. It is estimated
that most general medicine practices, such as the one newly recruited by the NHS, include
cardiology as approximately one-half of their practice. Potentially, one or more of the 2
additional general medicine physicians being recruited could have a grealar level of cardiology
expertise, including cardiology as a sub-specialty. This was a key driver in pfiorifi~ing the
expansion of nuclear medicine at the Greater Niagara General site, i.e., to support the additional
volumes anticipat6d with additional internal medicine/cardiology resources.
The applicant ha~ indicated recruitment for physician resources is in the final sts. gcs md
negotiations with local physicians to supervise (on-site) and read results (not necessarily on-site)
is currently under way.
2) BONE MINERAL ANALYSIS:
Background:
The detection/prevention of nsteoporosis with the aid of a bone mineral analysis:
Osteoporosis is the loss of bone mass or bone density. As bone mass is lost, the structure of the
bones becomes weak and they break more easily. Some loss of bone mass is a natural part of the
aging process. For most of us, by the time we are 70 years 61d, our bones will have lost 1/3 of
their density. Osteoporosis can occur in men as well as women. In women, however, the loss of
bone mass 'is usually greater than in men and it begins at an earlier age (around the time of
menopause or sooner if the supply of the hormone 'estrogen' is decreased). ~
Risk factors for developing osteoporosis include: family history of osteoporosis,
menopause, removal of the ovaries without ongoing replacement of estrogen, being caucasian or
oriental, as opposed to black, immobility or infrequent exercise, smoking, a ,diet low in calcium,
daily alcohol consumption, taking corticosteroid medications (steroids), abnormally high levels
of natural steroids in the body (Cushing's'syndrome).
Symptoms of osteoporosis include fi'actures of the wrist, thigh and vertebrae. In many cases the
amount of force that caused the bone to break would not normally have caused a fracture.
Gradual crumbling of the bones in the spine can also occur over time mad chronic back pain
and/or pain in the nerves running down the arms or legs (sciatica) can result. Osteoporosis is
typically diagnosed by doing bone x-rays and a bone density test. In some cases, blood tests can
be helpful. On occasion, a bone biopsy may be done to confirm the diagnosis,s
Doctors may order a baseline bone mineral analysis for women at thc age of 45, Te~ting is
commonly done on postmenopansal women under age 65 who have one or more additional risk
factors for osteopotosis (in addition to being postmenopausal and female), postmenopansal
women who present with fractures ~ to confLrm diagnosis and determine disease severily), women
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who are considering therapy for osteoporosis if bone mineral analysis would facilitate the
decision, and women who have been on hormone replacement therapy (I-tRT/ERT) for prolonged
pcriods. While some routine testing may currently be conducted on Postmenopausal women over
the age of 65 without additional risk factors, scientific evidence suggests that routine testing of
menopausal women to prevent osteoporosis and resulting fractures is not cost-effective?
There arc several ways to measure bone density; all axe painless, non-invasive and safe and ate
becoming more readily available. The tests measure bone density in the spine, hip and/or wrist,
the most common sites of fractures due to osteopomsis. The information from a bone density test
enables a doctor to identify where a patient stands within ranges of normal and to determine
whether risk for fracture,i°
.,, Evidence of community need and support:
Bone mineral analysis has a prominent role in maintaining lhe health of women. It is cstlmated
that one in four Canadian women over the age ors0 have ostcoporosisn. Application of this
statistic to the catchment population of Niagara Falls, which also includes Fort Erie and an
estimated one-quarter of the population of NOTL, means that close to 5,500 women aged 50+
may have osteoporosis. As noted above, the risk factors for osteopo.rosis include, but are
limited to, smoking, daily alcohol consumption and lack of physical activity. Based on a recent
health survey of Niagara females aged 12+, it is estimated that 18.3% smoke on a daily basis;
9.2% of current drinkers arc 'heavy drinkers' (i.e., 5+ drinks on one occasion > 12 timc~/year); ·
and 54.4% are physically inactive. ~2
As noted above, the target population for a baseline hone density te~t is women aged 45.
Women aged 50-64 with risk factors should receive periodic testing, as required. Women over
the age of 65 may undergo more routine testing to monitor their risk of fracture. Women aged
45-64 currently number about 15,100 in the Niagara Falls catchment area, Women aged 65+
number about 11,200 in the same geographic atea~z. If all women aged ~5 received a baseline
test, women aged 50-64 received periodic testing and women over the age of 65 received routine
testing, it is possible that the volume of community need could bc over 6,500 te~ts/Year14.
However, because scientific evidence regarding the effectiveness of preventive screening of
menopausal women aged 65+ who have no other risk factors for osteoporosis is at best
inconclusive, it is difficult to accurately predict the exact annual volume of te*ts required by the
population at this time.
Potential impact on existing services:
Within the Niagara Falls area, the Oreatcr Niagara General site of the N-HS and a local It-IF
provide bone mineral analysis. The Greater Niagara General site operates this service either 3 or
9 Screening for osteoporosis to prevent fractures. University of York_ NHS Centre for Reviews and Dissemination,
1992.
~0 National Osteoporosis Foundation, May 2002.
~ ~ Osteoporosis Society of Canada, July 2002.
t~ Canadian Community Health Survey, 2001.
I~ Unadjusted 2001 Census Counts, Statistics Canada, July 2002.
~" - 6,500 -- (15,100/20) + (11,200/2) + unknown # for periodic screening of 50-64 year olds,
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4 days/week (depending or~ the volume of referrals), provides, on average, approximately 58
tests/week (total 3,020 for 2003/04), and does not currently have a wait list. Hospital staff
indicate they could handle additional volumes should there be the demand given they arc not
currently operating at capacity. The IHF licensed to provide bone mineral analysis indicates
referrals for this test have been lower than expected, with about 20-25 tests provided on a weekly
basis. It is estimated that the hospital and II-IF-based services in Niagara Falls currently provide a
combined volume of 4,000-4,300 tests annually. Thc addition of another providor in thc area
could potentially have a negative impact on existing volumes.
We hope this information will bc helpful to the Ministry in its analysis of the currcat application.
Please contact me should any further information or clarification be required.
Sincerely,
Gary Zalot
Executive Dkector
c. W. McPherson, Acting Chair/Vice Chdr J. Douglas, Regional Coordinator
M. van Dyk, Hospital Consultant ~
Stamford Dbgnostic Ultrasouud Ja~.
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5017 Vlctoda Avenue
Niagara Fails, On.rio
90~3~-9342
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~u~nt ci~ ha~. we bc~eVe o~ fl~g will ~mind ~m of the on~g c~mpsi~ ~d also
si~ ~e m~cipaliW'~ sup~n of~e Unit~ W~y.
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thi~ ~uest.
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Dean Iodida - Poll of Council-Crossin Guard a~t. VinC~n~ de Pau,!
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From: Dean Iorfida
To: Council Members
Date: 9114/2004 2:07:06 PM
Subject: Poll of Council-Crossing Guard at St, Vincent de Paul
~ hate to bother Council with another poll, however, there is an issue that has come up that needs to be
deaIt with in an expeditious fashion.
The new Catholic elementary school, St. Vincent de Paul, opened last week on Kalar Road (near Thorold
Stone Road).
The Principal has requested crossing guards (see attached letter).
Although there is a Council meeting Monday, if we can get Council's approval ASAP, Mr. Dren is confident
that he can have crossing guards at the location in the next couple of days.
There is a cost involved, which has not been budgeted, of $12,000/year or $6,000 per guard.
Council's consideration would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Dean
CC: Barb Muir, Karl Dren; Ken Burden
Traffic and Parking Services Section
The Corporation of the City of Niagara Faiis
4310 Queen Stree!
Niagara Fells, Ontado
L2E 6X5
ATT: MARZENNA CARRICK, MANAGER OF TRAFFIC OPERAI~ONS
REF: ST' VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL _
CROgSlNG GUARD REQUEST
Our new school, St. Vincent de Paul Csiholic Elementary located et 3900 Kalar Rood, Niagara
Falis, witl be opened on ~ep~ember 7, 2004.
We would like the City of Niagara Fa~ to proceed wf~h the investigation for a mossing guard aa
soon es POssible, spedflcally for fhe intersection of Thoto!d Stone end Kalar Roods.
We appreciate your assistance In this matter and look forwa~ to your earliest response,
If you require any Information or cla~cafion, I can be reached at 905.735-0240 ext. 2S4.
~°l~t:~ordinethr
cc M. P~vsiich, P~ln~pal St. Vincent de Paul
8058 Oakwood Drive - Niagara Falls, Ontario - Canada, L2E 6S5
905-356-1514 www,nlagarafallsartgalle~/.ca
25 Yea~ o~
Se~ce
1979 - 2004 Sept.-tuber 7, 2004
· His Worship Mayor Ted Salci &
Membe~ of Countil
¢/o Office of tim Cily Clerk,
C~ HaIL
Niasara Falls, ON L21~ 6X5
Re: Corporate Documentation Required?
Your Worship & Members of Council:
On Ausust 12, 2004, City Clerk Dean lorfida sent an emeil st~tln~ g~at Business Plans
bare been received from iater~sted parties mgazdiz~ the re-us~ of lhe Niagara Falls
Armoury. What was not included was direction from the Ci~ o£Niagam Falls to provide
corporate docun~telion, stroh as Letters Palent. Charii~ De~il3natlon, and the latest
Audited Finaslcial $1a~mcn~s, which ar~ usually required, trader a separa~ cov~r from
other i~formation, by government to illustraie corporate deep. ion and ~n~noial
stalldin~,
To assist the Niasara Fails A_n Gallu~ in providin~ all the needed documentalion and
information re.h-ding the r~-us~ of the Niagara Falls Armoury to the Cit~ of Niagara Falls
the An Gallery requ~--ts a~wers to ~he following:, Is the Cit~ of Nia~-a FaiLs int~xi
ill obtai~in~ ~orporate and firmncial documents fzom those who have provided Business
Plans? If the Cily does require corporate a~ financial documentation, to whom is it to be
addr~ss~ and by what date?
Theak you for your consideration and I look forward to yom reply.
Brian Smylski
Director/Curator
~10 ~RRY STREET
NIAGA~ FALl, ONTARIO
~G
~ 2, 2004
~ty of ~ag~a Falls
~rs of ~ty ~cil
~, ~e ~s of ~e L~dy's ~ ~s~ri~l ~y, a~la~ ~e City's
d~isiou ~ p~c~e ~e Niag~ F~s ~.
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~ity sin~ 1911, ~ ~t~ ~il has r~z~ ~ ~ as a
b~l~ of ~t~ ~ ~tori~ si~fi~ ~h desi~.
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in~ a ~,a~ity c~ ~tre, ~ra~g ~le us~ s~ as ~
~ g~l~ ~ ~iti~ s~ces, a ~ wi~ p~f~si~. ~sp!ays
feat~ing ~e ~'s h~i~ge, ~d a ~g pla~ for cult~al
°~m~o~m ~d o~ ~lat~ a~iviti~.
~e ~ is ~fully sitars, in ~e d~t~ ~, wi~ ~sy a~ss
for residen~ ~ ~is~, ~ n~ ~e ~lic T.~ hrs. It is also l~t~
adjacent to ~e fo~ ~lic l~r~ m~d h~ b~l~g, ~d ~se b~l~s
~d, in furze, ~ ada~ for v~ious ad~ ~ ~ p~
~d se~ices.
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for a c~ty ~t~al ~e. ~s ~uld ~t~ue ~e ~'s ~t
role ~d l~%g ~a~t%~ of s~i~ in ~e City in a n~ ~d ~st apprO~ia~
way. ~ ~1, such a d~l~t ~d cr~ a ~y vibr~t ~lt~al ~d
heri~ge ~s~ict in ~e h~ of ~e City.
~e ~iety ~uld ~ pl~s~ to ~ide f~ ~t, if so wish~ by ~ty
~=~cil.
Restfully s~tt~
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SecreCy
i~be ~unl~p'~ ~ane ~gi~toricaI
5810 FERRY STREET
NIAGARA FALl, ONTARIO
~G 1S9
Org~ized A.D. 1887
City Boxing Club
C/o 3863 Northwood Drive
Niagara Falls, Ont, L2H 2Y5
Voice 905 356 9393
Fax 905 356 4089
Sept. 17, 2004
Mayor & City Councilors:
We are in need of immediate help in finding a new gym site.
Before the end of Sept. we need a new gym. We tried both Boards of Education;
[ndustrial Warehousing; Real Estates; stores; Alderman Jim Dlodati; various fitness
centers; Kingston College; old Gerber's building; private concerns & businesses;
industrial sites & asked literally everyone we know to investigate any possibilities.
We have over 60 members from 8 years to over 50 years old. We serve a purpose
to our city by allowing any resident to participate. We don't turn anyone away.
Those that can pay a membership fee do & those that can't are not turned away.
Originally, although we never le~ our birth city of Niagara Falls, we formed the St.
Catharines Boxing' Club'& olde-rated that for 'many' y~ars b-ef'b-ri~ -a-mal~ja~ating-with
the Niagara Boxing Club (not the Niagara Falls Boxing Club) & now the City Boxing
Club in Niagara Falls. We are the longest & oldest (not by age) coaches in Ontario
with over 30 proven years. Our accomplishments are documented with 2 Olympians
& at one time, 4 out of the 11 Canadian Champions, were from our club &
personally trained by us.
Our problem is simple, We need a site & need one yesterday,
We are an active gym & know that we benefit the city & community by our time
volunteered with all the members. We do this, not only because of the benefits to
the members but because we enjoy teaching & we have watched many youths turn
from angry aggressive kids to confident youths with positive outlooks. ! attach a
brochure that has outlined some of the boxing philosophy, goals, expectations &
safety that we follow.
On the next page, ! listed our needs. Our situation Is desperate & we need help.
Sincerely,
Hank Boone Head Coach
Sherry Boone President 8~ Coach
Bill Hardy Coach
City Boxing Ciub
Phone Voice 905 356 9393 Fax 905 356 4089
Statement of events:
Over 5 years of occupancy with Polish Community Center, Thorold Stone Rd.
Perfect tenancy record
Advised on Sept. 7, 2004 to vacate by Sept. 20th, 2004-Building sold
Budget
Annual budget about $44,000.00
Bingo Revenue 1999, $22,641.00
2000, $27,759.72
200iL, $23,739.97
2002, $17,446.7~
2003, $13,638.47 (+ $2666.00 received 7/04)
Bingo revenue Is less than 50% of required budget & about $2,000.00
from membership with balance paid by us.
2004, revenue to date $13,757.66 -includes 3 bonus Bingos where other
sponsors failed to show or our revenue would have been about
$10,000.00 for 8 months which would leave us at about the same
revenue as in 2003
2003, bdxid~ e~eht~ were ~iJsih~ ~ Ib's~-bec~0~e ofin~,~et]-re~t &
equipment rental as well as doctors expense
The bulk of our equipment has been privately financed & our youths can not
compete in many tournaments because the funding is not there. We can't
develop International boxers when we can't send them on field trips.
The old expression still holds true. Rich boys don't box...they play hockey or golf.
Requirement:
Vacant space at least 2000 square feet
No store front or loading zone or doors required
Ceiling space to be at least 10 feet high
Acceptance to install & hand equipment (heavy bags, speed bags)
Acceptance to mount mirrors on walls
Washroom-prefer 2
Doesn't matter if it is upstairs, downstairs, basement or ground floor
Utilities to be Included in rent.
Paid $550.00 monthly rent including heat, hydro & water
No kitchen or office required
Hours: Mon-Fri. 6:30 p. m. to 8:30 p.m. Sat. ~0:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Flexible other hours to accommodate needs of members
Require limited parking
PHILOSOPHY "-' THE SAI:ETY OF AMATEUR BOXING
-To ensure that initJal participation .
safe an d posilJve experience
-To develop self-confidence, disci
achievement
GOALS
-Have fun while engaging in physical activity '
-Learn the fundamentals of Olympic Boxing skills
-Create and refine basic motor skills .
WHAT TO EXPECT
-An intense physical workout with
cardiovascular benefits '
-Complete breakdown of the fundamentals of
boxing startinl~rom pivot principle, punches, stance .-,
and defence techniques, taking it "one steI ~ ~ it ~.~din g
-An emphasis on fun and fundamental skill ~thpieces,
develc
-Increase in fi .
-A one of a ki~ld experience for the participants, that
- focuses on ~xill development, skill analysis and
safety.
EQU I PMIL~4T /~o~lCs top
-Basic equipment is supplied by the local boxing cllJb:
such as gloves, pads, headgear and chest
meets with ~exing Canada standards
specifications
-All that is needed by the partidpa~t is
workout clothes and shoes, and an erlth~
attitude
PARTICIPANT AUDIENCE
-Participants consist of males and females over the ·
age of 10 that are highly enthusiastic and willir '
participate in a high-intensity boxing workout, ~i
physical and mental benefits
Amateur boxing
level of fitness that a
maintain Boxin.q, gMa tial Arts
must tr~n ~ ~ ~ --""' Equipment
bout.
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TOP TEN
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Corporate Services Department CPS-2004-02
· jl~i.a,, Human Resources
]'he Qty of
Tony Ravenda
..... ~. 4310 Queen Street
N ogoro -cms YJ P.O. Box 1023 Executive Director
Can~?~,~~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
~111~~ -r~ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-7404
E-maih travenda@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: CPS-2004-02; Non Union Contract to Permanent Positions
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT Council approve the addition of three Non Union positions to the Corporate complement.
BACKGROUND:
Currently a number of contract positions exist within the Corporation. Contract positions are an
effective employment tool and are used for a variety of reasons in a number of different
circumstances.
At present both the Health and Wellness Co-ordinator and the Computer Operations Co-ordinator
contracts will expire in October 2004. The Systems Development Co-ordinator contract expired in
August of 2004. (The contract is being renewed on a monthly basis until this matter is resolved.)
Staff has reviewed each position and examined the necessity of the duties, the tasks the position
provides and the support function each position fills. The supporting documentation for each
position is attached. The salary dollars and the benefit costs are included in the 2004 budget and will
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be proposed in the 2005 budget. The permanent status of these positions within the workplace
addresses the uncertainty of a monthly/yearly contract, treats the employees fairly and provides for
continuity in the workplace and delivery of services.
Council's approval for the above recommendation is requested.
~Recommende ~ [/)~~~~ec?mmende y
Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture Director of InformatiOn Systems
Approved by: Resp~tted:
To'ny R~ --~ JoCMacDonald
Executive Director of Corporate Services Chief Administrative Officer
TR:hm
Attach.
Community Services Department The C~ty of i~l~,
Parks, Recreation & Culture N~agara Falls ~11~'
Inter-Department Memorandum ~ ~--
TO: TonyRavenda DATE: August 31,2004
Executive Director of Corporate Services
Adele Kon
Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture
FROM: Jason MacLean
Health & Wellness Coordinator
Ext. 4330
RE: Proposal For Workplace/Community Health & Wellness Program
BACKGROUND
On October 7, 2002, City Council approved (R-2002-50), that a Health & Wellness Coordinator,
Jason MacLean be retained on a contract to develop and implement a Health & Wellness Program.
Council also directed staff to prepare a report on the status of the program.
The program was divided into two (2) parts, Corporate Wellness and Community Wellness. As well,
the program also endorsed the partnership of Heart Niagara, YMCA of Niagara and Track Niagara.
Lastly, the Health & Wellness Program also reviewed a Smoke Cessation Program for employees.
PART 1: CORPORATE PROGRAM
To begin, it is important to note that the primary focus of this program was the promotion o£healthy
active lifestyles as a means to improved quality o£1ife. The ultimate goal of the Corporate Program
was to improve the health and well-being o£ the workforce. In doing so, the Health & Wellness
Coordinator worked closely with Human Resources, Heart Niagara, as well as other appropriate
Community Health Partners.
Commencement of the Corporate Wellness Program began in November of 2002 with the £ollowing
tasks set as benchmarks:
1. to educate employees on the risk factors of heart disease and provide an individual 10
year risk review to employees;
2. to provide physical assessment (Body Mass Index (BMI), blood pressure, resting heart
rate, cholesterol, history of diabetes and cardiovascular disease, smoking, and use of
prescriptions and medication) to high risk clients and referral to appropriate services and
programs; and
3. to provide a review of our employees to determine if behavior has changed.
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In order to achieve the above tasks, the Health & Wellness Coordinator worked closely with Heart
Niagara to facilitate implementation of this program. Through cholesterol and other testing, baseline
information was obtained to develop individualized lifestyle behavior modification programs aimed
to improve nutrition, strength, cardiovascular health, as well as flexibility and stress.
Nonetheless, although initial tasks of the Corporate Wellness Program were attained, it is important
to note that the Workplace Wellness Program has progressed beyond its original expectations. With
an ultimate goal of improving the health and well-being of the workforce, the Health & Wellness
Coordinator has integrated many programs and services aimed at improving physical activity, healthy
eating, smoke cessation, stress management, as well as disease prevention. The following is a
complete listing of Corporate Wellness Programming that has taken place during the last two years.
1.10 year Cardiovascular Risk Assessment Program for 184 employees
The 10 Year Risk Assessment with Heart Niagara served as an excellent means to increase
awareness and education on the risk factors of heart disease. The project assisted in identifying
potentially high risk individuals. Furthermore, the program also provided employees with guidance
and referral to receive appropriate programming and follow-up. Overall, reception from employees
was excellent, as there were 184 employees out of 408 who participated.
2. Education, Counselling, and Pro~rammin~ for Emoloyees Considered High Risk
Employees considered as high risk, wcrc contacted by Heart Niagara and advised to visit their family
physician. As well, these individuals underwent more accurate blood testing to confim~ risk level.
Upon completion of testing and programming, there was a three month and six month follow-up
provided by Heart Niagara. In total, the program assisted with identifying 26 employees as high
risk and or very high risk candidates for heart disease.
3. Development of Employee Workplace Health & Wellness Committee
As a result of a survey completed by 172 employees regarding workplace wellness programs and
services, a Health & Wellness Committee of 12 employees from various divisions including
representatives from Niagara Falls Hydro and Niagara Transit was created. The committee has
assisted in decision making, as well as with coordination of workplace wellness initiatives.
4. Increased Employee Participation in Health & Wellness Initiatives
During the last two years of the Wellness Program, employee participation rates in wellness
initiatives has increased significantly in all divisions. The following is a listing of wellness events
which employees have taken part, in both on-site and off-site.
Don't Sit Get Fit Campaign (February 2003-2004)
A campaign offering a two week Free Membership to many of the Health Club Facilities
throughout the Niagara Region. The participation rate for this event was 260.
Greater Niagara Circle Trek (May 2003-2004)
· This was an event to raise awareness for the development of Phase 2 of the Millenium
Trail. The City of Niagara Falls entered 2 teams of employees. There were 28 employees
who took part in this event.
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World Challenge Day 2003 (May 2003-2004)
This was a workplace event which encouraged staff to engage in some form of activity
throughout the work day. In total, there was 330 City employees taking part in lunch
time walks.
Walk About Work Program (Oct 2002 & August 2003)
· This workplace exercise program was offered throughout the last two years.
· Staffwas encouraged to walk on their breaks and during their lunch. As well, staffwas
urged to utilize the stairs rather than the elevator.
In total, approximately 170 employees participated in this workplace event.
Vineyard Cycle Tour (June 2003-2004)
· This was a corporate event that helped raise funds for Heart Niagara's Community
Cardiovascular Program.
The City of Niagara Falls entered 4 teams of 10 individuals to both compete and raise
pledges for Heart Niagara.
Lunch & Learn Sessions (March - June 2003 - 2004)
· This initiative delivered educational health-related information to employees on their
lunch break. Lunch & Learn sessions included topics such as physical activity, stress
management, healthy eating and cholesterol management.
· Sessions were offered at City Hall and Fire Services during the lunch hour. Sessions at
Fire Services included tips on how to prepare efficient, healthy, low fat meals, and how
to stay active at the Fire Station. Sessions at City Hall focussed on Stress Management
and Relaxation Tips within the workplace.
On-site Exercise Fitness Classes (March - June 2004)
Another Wellness initiative provided various fitness classes to staff during both lunch
hours. Fitness classes included Pilates, Yoga, & Tai-Bow. All sessions were offered on-
site at City Hall in Committee Room 2A and 2B.
5. Fire Fighter Comprehensive Wellness Programming
The Fire Fighter Wellness Program was a multi-level program consisting of physical assessments,
customized exercise prescriptions, injury prevention/management programs, heart disease awareness
and education programs, stress management and healthy eating programs, as well as on-site exercise
programming at all three Niagara Falls Professional Fire Fighter Stations. The program commenced
in the Fall of 2003 with the formation of a Fire Fighter Wellness Committee. Reception and
participation rates in the program were excellent.
Each of the three Fire Stations in Niagara Falls are now equipped with exemise machines, treadmills,
free-weights, and stretching equipment for all Fire Fighters to use during their shifts. At any one
station in Niagara Falls, a Fire Fighter can voluntarily take part in a Health & Fitness Appraisal to
determine his/her present level of health. As well, after completion of an assessment, Fire Fighters
have the option of receiving a customized detailed exercise program designed to address any
weaknesses found in their assessment. This type of programming ensures Niagara Falls Fire
Services will have properly conditioned, healthy trained Fire Fighters on the job at all times.
In just four short months 40 of the 116 Fire Fighters who participated in the Wellness Program
received the following:
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1. A detailed Health & Fitness Appraisal;
2. Counselling sessions on present health status;
3. Customized on-site exercise program at any 1 of the 3 stations;
4. Follow-up counselling sessions to review progress and address any concerns;
5. Check-up appointments to re-assess health status; and
6. Counselling sessions to review nutrition and eating habits.
Furthermore, during the last two years, Niagara Falls Fire Services has undergone a Fire Fighter
recruitment process. Included in the process has been the adoption of a Fire Fighter specific
assessment procedure. The assessment protocols has assisted the City of Niagara Falls in hiring the
best candidates possible.
In total, the recruitment process has resulted in the hiring of 18 new Fire Fighters. Although the
assessment process has been developed by Brock University, the Health & Wellness Coordinator
was the one who introduced the program to Niagara Falls Fire Services. In addition to this hiring
process, a New Recruit Basic Training Program was integrated.
The training program for the New Recruits included an intensive, vigorous 13 week training program
focussed at preparing the recruits. Included in the program, was a physical fitness and wellness
component provided four times per ~veek. The Health & Wellness Coordinator was responsible for
both the development and supervision of this program. The following is an overview of what took
place for the recruits:
1. Program Orientation;
2. Pre-test of Physical Fitness and Health;
- Heart Rate & Blood Pressure
- Analysis of Body Composition
- Body Mass Index
- Muscular Strength & Endurance
- Vo2 Sub-max Aerobic Testing
- Flexibility
- Functional Capacity Evaluations
3. Weekly training program of 4 times per week;
4. Program included cardiovascular training, strength, endurance and flexibility training;
5. Lecture series focussed on injury prevention, healthy active lifestyles and general well-
being;
6. Injury management sessions; and
7. Post testing during (Week 13) to review progress of overall program.
As a result, the 13 week program served as an excellent introductory period for the New Recruits.
There was a significant improvement in all aspects of testing and training made by all 18 recruits.
In fact, all 18 recruits left the 13 week training program in better condition than when they entered.
Consequently, resulting in a better prepared, conditioned, confident Fire Fighter ready to serve the
City of Niagara Falls.
6. On-site Smoke Cessation Program
This program was offered to all interested staff who wanted to quit smoking. The program consisted
of approximately 9 consultation sessions with a smoke cessation consultant over a 5 month period.
In addition, employees were provided an allowance of $150 for purchase of additional smoke
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cessation products such as Nicorrette Gum, Nicoderm Patches, and services such as Acupuncture
and Hypnosis. In total, approximately 9 employees successfully quit smoking, and other employees
have expressed interest in participating in the program.
This program was offered on-site to all employees. As well, there was no charge for the program,
as it was covered through the Corporations Tuition/Reimbursement Program. In addition, the Health
& Wellness Coordinator is now certified to act as the smoke cessation consultant and provide both
counselling and programming for interested employees at any time.
7. Ergonomic Workstation Prollramminlt
This program focussed on improving the quality, efficiency and comfort of all employee
workstations. The Health & Wellness Coordinator assessed requested workstations and applied
appropriate necessary changes to each station. Workstation changes included adjusting height of
computer monitors, setting office chair height properly, arranging items on desk appropriately,
applying adaptive devices such as phone head sets when necessary, and prescribing customized
stretching/exercise injury prevention programs to staff.
Approximately 30 staff has taken part in the workplace ergonomic program. In addition, each week
more employees are making requests to have their stations assessed. The program has received
positive comments, and staff claim that their workstations are much more comfortable, efficient and
they feel that they are more productive.
8. On-site Flu Vaccination Program
The On-site Flu Vaccination program commenced November 2003. In total, there were 70 staff who
received an Influenza Vaccination. Vaccinations were offered at City Hall and the Service Centre.
As well, there was an additional 23 employees who received the injection off-site at a Public Health
Centre.
Staffconsidered the Flu Vaccination Program beneficial and convenient. As well, employees hope
the program will be offered again in 2004.
9. Employee Electronic Library of Health & Wellness Material~
During the last two years, the Health & Wellness Coordinator developed an Employee Health &
Wellness Electronic Library of various topics of health. The library is accessible to all employees
and contains a vast amount of important health-related information. The following information is
available to all employees at anytime:
1. Heart Health Matters;
2. Physical Activity Information and Programming;
3. Nutrition and Healthy Eating Guides;
4. Stress Management Programs;
5. Top Health & Wellness Tips;
6. Smoke Cessation Self Help Guide & Tool K/t;
7. Health & Safety Tips;
8. Wellness News & Events; and
9. Health-related Contacts and Website Links.
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FUTURE PROGRAMMING
Presently, Niagara Falls Fire Services is working with the Health & Wellness Coordinator on a
Wellness Program specifically designed for Professional Fire Fighters. The program includes a
mnlti-component syllabus which focuses on heart disease prevention, physical fitness, annual
medical check-ups, injury prevention and rehabilitation, as well as a behavioral health component.
In addition, many of the programs and services being developed for Fire Services will also be offered
to other divisions of the Corporation. As well, the Workplace Health & Wellness Committee is
working toward a potential partnership with Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort, Acres International,
CBI Horton and Niagara Transit in the development of an Employee Corporate Wellness Centre.
The Employee Wellness Centre would be located next to City Hall in the Acres Building.
Presently, there is a lot of interest in the project among all parties. Specific details of the venture still
require further investigation. However, all parties will be meeting in the near future to discuss the
project in greater detail. The project anticipates offering the following Wellness Programs, as well
as many more:
1. Functional Capacity Evaluations;
2. Customized Exercise and Lifestyle Activity Programs;
3. Injury Management and Prevention Programs;
4. Personalized, Accessible and Practical Nutrition Plans;
5. Cardiovascular Heart Disease Prevention Programs;
6. Employee Smoke Cessation Programs; and
7. Stress Management Workshops.
CONCLUSION
During the last two (2) years of the Corporate Wellness Program, a significant amount of
programming has been provided to improve the health of our employees. In addition, it is important
to note that the wellness programming has become an integral component in the employees working
environment. Moreover, the Corporate Wellness Program has transformed into a workplace/lifestyle
routine for many employees and continues to grow at a rapid rate. Our employees now expect a
certain level of Workplace Wellness Programming and anticipate the development of more programs
and services.
Furthermore, demographics clearly indicate that workplace environments as well as society are
changing. It is estimated by the year 2010, the average age of our City employees will be
approximately 54 years of age. Unfortunately, with an aging population, as well as a dramatic
increase in stress, both work-related and personal (marriage, parenting, elderly care, financial,
depression, illness and substance abuse), and a decrease in physical activity and healthy nutrition,
the health of employees and workplaces will become a major concern for many corporations.
However, integration of a full-time position dedicated to addressing the health and well-being of our
450 employees, would assist the Corporation in reducing potential health barriers. Furthermore, a
permanent Wellness Coordinator would ensure implementation of quality wellness
programs/services aimed at addressing chronic disease prevention, heart disease and cholesterol
management, stress management, activity promotion, healthy eating and work life balance for all
employees.
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The above noted services and more, would continue to increase the awareness and education of all
staff regarding physical and mental health issues in the workplace. Resulting in a more productive,
cost effective, healthier and happier working environment, and thereby improving our
employee/employer relations.
PART 2: COMMUNITY PROGRAM
The second part of the Health & Wellness Program has focussed on the residents of our City. During
the last two years of Community Wellness, the program has stressed activity, healthy eating, smoke
cessation, enjoyment and participation for all ages and abilities. Additionally, the program has
established a community link between health and recreation, simply by getting more people to pursue
healthy active lifestyles.
The main purpose of the Community Wellness Program was to create an awareness campaign to
promote a healthier, active lifestyle. In doing so, the program established the following goals:
1. To develop and implement community special events that promote an active lifestyle;
2. To encourage family/community involvement in physical activity;
3. To develop and implement a fitness activity expo;
4. To provide community seminars which promote healthy active living;
5. To determine how the leisure guide can be used effectively as a tool to promote a
healthier active lifestyle; and
6. To review the availability of low-cost activities in the community promoting health.
All of the above goals were successfully attained. The following is a detailed listing of the
Community Wellness Programming that has taken place during the last two years.
Goal 1: Community Special Events Promoting Active Lifestyles
World Challenge Day
· An Annual Fitness Day dedicated to getting the community physically active. In 2003,
there were 5,829 community participants.
· In 2004, there were 11,336 communityparticipants. The increase number of participants
was a clear indication of the level of success for the education and awareness campaign
in promoting Community Wellness.
Safe Kids Week
An annual event in partnership with Ontario Early Years to help raise awareness in the
community surrounding items that may be potentially hazardous to infants, children and
adolescents health and well-being.
The event advised families to discard any expired or outdated household items such as
baby car seats, cribs, bicycle helmets, as well as other items related to ones health and
safety.
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Goal 2: Encouraging Family/Community Involvement in Physical Activity
Let's Get Moving Campaign
A workshop developed to assist community sport organizations, teachers, schools and
local community groups to advise residents of effective methods to lead active and
healthier lives.
The workshop was successful and resulted in the formation of many community sub-
committees, as well as new community initiatives being accomplished such as those
listed below.
Greater Niagara Circle Trek
· The Health & Wellness Coordinator assisted by involving key healthy partners to provide
nutritious food and beverages for participants.
Heart & Stroke Community Wellness Committee
· This committee was a Heart & Stroke Foundation Chapter Council, which was developed
for conmatmity members to assist with health promotion in the City of Niagara Falls.
· Municipalities across the Niagara Region partnered with the Heart & Stroke Foundation
to promote health and well~being.
· Various residents from Niagara Falls assisted the committee in planning special events
which promoted physical activity, healthy eating and a healthy heart.
Summer Active 2004
This was a Provincial Fitness Campaign hosted by Parks & Recreation Ontario during
the months of May and June. The goal of this summer campaign was to increase
community participation in physical activities. In total, over 30 municipalities across
Ontario took part in coordinating community fitness initiatives. As a result, the City of
Niagara Falls was awarded a certificate of recognition for being the most successful
community in Summer Active 2004.
Goal 3: Integration of 1st Annual Community Health Fair Exposition at Coronation Centre
· A special event aimed at increasing awareness of the numerous health care services
available for local residents.
· The Health Expo helped to connect community members with local health care agencies.
· In total, there were 35 different organizations who provided a vast amount of health care
servicing and information to approximately 400 community residents.
· Community response to the special event was positive. As well, many community
members requested that the event be hosted annually. As a result, the Community Health
Expo will be hosted as an Annual Event.
Goal 4: Provide Community Seminars Which Promote Healthy Lifestyles
This initiative was in partnership with Heart Niagara and focussed on providing seminars
at various elementary schools in Niagara Falls.
· Seminars included teaching a CPR component, activation of emergency response, and
a guide to physical activities and healthy eating.
The program was well received by parents, schools, and the students. In addition, the
program is being considered as a curriculum component in elementary schools in Niagara
Falls.
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Goal 5: Utilizing the Leisure Guide as an Effective Tool in Promoting Community Wellness
With the Leisure Guide being delivered to over 30,000 households in Niagara Falls, it
was decided that one of the goals in the Community Program, was to find an effective
way to use the Guide to promote health and well-being.
· The following is a listing of Health and Wellness information now available in the
Leisure Guide:
1. Physical Activity Guides;
2. Canada's Guide to Healthy Eating;
3. Weekly Food Planner;
4. Website Links to Various Informative Health Care Sites; and
5. Accessibility Page Dedicated to Programming and Activities for Community Residents.
· As well, the Leisure Guide also contains a link to a Community Health & Wellness
website and a Community Accessibility website. Both websites were created by the
Health & Wellness Coordinator and provide information on special events, programs,
nutrition and activity guides, as well as other health-related services in the City of
Niagara Falls.
Goal 6: Review Availability of Low Cost Activity Programming in the Community
· After reviewing several community programs and services, it was agreed that there could
be more emphasis on free or low cost Community Wellness programming.
Since the review, there has been a significant increase in Community Wellness
Programming and special events.
The following is a list of Community Wellness Initiatives which have been provided
on a Free of Charge basis.
Winter Active Festival
· A community event offering activities during the winter months of December, January,
February and March. Activities include family ice skating, public swimming and
tobogganing. Partners involved in this initiative included Niagara Public Health
Department and the YMCA of Niagara.
Accessibility Programming for Disabled Individuals
· A community program dedicated to providing activitypmgramming for disabled children
and youth in Niagara Falls.
· This community program was in partnership with Brock University and Niagara Support
Services.
Programming included gymnastics, various games, motor skill development, and day
trips to parks and pools in Niagara Falls. Disabilities included Anti sm, Down Syndrome,
Muscular Dystrophy, Cerebral Palsy, as well as many more.
· The program was well attended and received excellent feedback from parents and the
community at large.
T. V. Turnoff Week
· A community wellness event in support of getting young children physically active.
· The event took place during April of 2002 and 2003 and dedicated 1 week to various
physical activities and recreation. Events included public skating and swimming. As
well, this event also partnered with Niagara Public Health Department and the YMCA
o f Niagara.
FUTURE PROGRAMMING
Unfortunately, the current health state for many Canadians clearly indicates that further work is
necessary from all levels of government. Recent Health Canada statistics (2003), claim that obesity,
type 2 diabetes and heart disease are still increasing in both youth and adults at an alarming rate. In
addition, physical activity levels, eating habits and healthy lifestyle behaviours continue to decline.
With the opening o£the Niagara Falls Community Centre in less than one year, an opportunity to
expand the Community Wellness Program has been created. City staffbelieve that expanding our
Community Wellness Programs will assist with continuing to move our residents in a positive
direction it has been moving in the last two years.
In working toward improving Community Health, a critical component will be education and
awareness. Individuals attempting to change a specific negative behaviour will require educational
materials, expert advice, awareness programs, support systems, and encouragement at all levels.
Whether the change is to improve nutritional habits, increase activity levels, or simply quit an
addictive behaviour such as smoking, individuals will require professional guidance and
programming in order to progress through the various stages of change and maintain positive
lifestyles.
Therefore, it is suggested that a wellness specific program be put in place at the Community Centre
for both residents and members. The program would anticipate offering the following:
administer Canadian Physical Activity Fitness & Lifestyle Appraisals;
offer detailed fitness assessments to determine body fat/lean muscle percentage, muscular
strength and endurance, flexibility, aerobic fitness capacity, as well as functional
capacity;
· interpret results of an individual's physical activity, fitness and lifestyle appraisal, and
provide counselling, guidance and programming;
· develop specific exercise/lifestyle modification programs for appraised individuals;
· suggest healthy dietary practices (Based on Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating) in
conjunction with exemise programs to normalize body fat;
· integrate a Community Smoke Cessation Stages of Change Program;
develop a Community Inclusive Fit Works Program for Disabled Individuals; and,
offer an annual Health Fair Exposition targeted at Young Adolescents.
In order to administer some of the above services/programming, it is required that an individual or
organization be certified by the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology (CSEP). The City of
Niagara Falls Health & Wellness Coordinator is sanctioned as a certified provider, and can offer the
above noted services/programs.
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As well, after reviewing services provided by partners and agencies at the Community Centre, it is
apparent that none of the above noted programs are being offered. Nevertheless, the following
services would compliment many of the organizations at the centre such as Heart Niagara for post
cardiac rehabilitation patients. In addition, members of the YMCA would benefit from such services
as would the clients utilizing the physiotherapy centre. Benefits to the centre and the community at
large would include the following:
· unique, leading edge health care services not already provided;
· enhanced parmership between agencies at the Community Centre;
professional health care services provided to the community at large;
· health & wellness programs specifically focussed at improving quality of life, life
expectancy and general health and well-being of Niagara Falls residents;
· opportunity for the city to demonstrate it's leadership and strong advocacy for support
of healthy active lifestyles; and
· linking the city and community together.
CONCLUSION
In summary, it is evident that the Community Health & Wellness Program has achieved great success
in becoming a perceived community service in the City of Niagara Falls. After reviewing the
increase in participation rates and initiatives accomplished, it is apparent that the campaign toward
health awareness and education in our community is growing.
However, to continue progressing in the positive direction which Niagara Falls has done over the
past two years, will require a strong commitment and involvement from the Corporation. Each year,
the community continues to demonstrate its willingness to become healthier by increasing its
participation rates and involvement in special events and initiatives.
The Community Health & Wellness Program has assisted many residents, schools and families to
be more aware of their personal health and well-being. Nonetheless, community residents will
require appropriate guidance and programming in order to progress/maintain specific health-based
outcomes. Considering the many community benefits from the above noted Wellness Programs and
Services, positions the City of Niagara Falls to be both an innovator and leader in the business of
Community Health Promotion.
Through the permanent provision of both a work-site and community-based Health & Wellness
Program, Niagara Falls will certainly establish itself as a caring, healthy municipality.
Corporate Services Department TheC~h/of ~1~,
Information Systems N~ogaro Falls
Inter-Department Memorandum ~
TO: Tony Ravenda DATE: August 24, 2004
Executive Director of Corporate Services
FROM: Lynn Molloy
Director of Information Systems
Ext. 4248
RE: Compliment
Information Systems supports a variety of systems for the Corporation. These systems include
computer hardware and software, communications systems, telephone and cellular systems, security
systems, lntemet services and GIS services. As the current full time compliment of eight cannot fully
support all the systems, Information Systems has used a variety of contract and term positions to
assist in the workload.
Information Systems originally had two positions, in the area of applications, Applications
Administrator and Systems Development Co-ordinator [Programmer]. The programmer left the
Corporation in September of 2000 and the duties were placed on a contract employee. The
compliment, however, was used to fill an immediate requirement in the hardware/network area.
Staff is requesting that this position be reinstated as a permanent compliment to Information
Systems.
With the addition of the telephone, cellular and security systems it was clear that Information
Systems did not have sufficient manpower to cover all the support that was required. A contract
position was established to support the help desk. In 2003 the help desk received and completed
4,134 calls for support. To July 31, 2004 the help desk has received 2,599 calls. Staff is requesting
that this position be added as a permanent compliment to Information Systems.
Information Systems currently has four positions being filled by contract employees and at this time
is requesting that two of these positions be considered for permanent status.
Working Together to Serve Our Community
Clerks Finance Human Resources Information Systems Legal · Planning & Development
CORPORATE SERVICES
Information Systems Division
Information Systems supports 317 users at 26 facilities throughout the city. The following indicates
the various systems that this division supports:
Servers 11
Computers/Notebooks 360 [= Processors, Monitors, Keyboards, Mouse, Speakers]
Primers 81
Scanners 24
PDA's 36 [Personal Digital Assistant]
Digital Cameras 48
Projection Systems 3
Communications Devices 118 [Modems, Routers, Wireless, Hubs, Handhelds, Bar Code
Readers etc.]
Operating Systems 8
Applications/Databases 106
Document Management
lnternet services
GIS services [Geographical Information System provides the mapping
requirements for the city.]
Phone Systems 8
Phone Lines 85
Phones 301
Cellular Phones 114
Faxes 27
Access Systems 2
Security Systems 16
Photocopiers 17
Corporate Services Department F-2004-53
, ~-,~· Finance Division Kenneth E, Burden
The City of 4310 Queen Street Director
NiagaraFa,,slJ P.o.1023
Canada ~' Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
J~ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2016
E-maih kburden@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: F-2004-53 - Municipal Accounts
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council approve the municipal accounts totalling $7,506,632.26 for the period August 17, 2004,
to September 7, 2004.
BACKGROUND:
The accounts have been reviewed by the Director of Finance and the by-law authorizing payment is
listed on tonight's Council agenda.
Recommended by: Respectfully submitted:
K. E. Burden ~ John MacDonald
Director of Finance "{IJ t Chief Administrative Officer
Approved by:
T. Ravenda
Executive Director of Corporate Services
Working Together to Serve Our Community
Clerks Finance Human Resources Information Systems Legal · Planning & Development
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS 111eC~/c~ ~1~. APS200 Page :
MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS
Supplier Name Cheque No Cheque Date Purpose Amount
1579172 ONTARIO INC O/A THE REAL ESTATE BOOK 286468 31-Au9-2004 REFUND 34.50
374068 ONTARIO INC O/A ABBEY DEMOLITION 286469 31-Au9-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 5,885.00
407 ETR EXPRESS TOLL ROUTE 286169 17-Aug-2004 REMITTANCE 88.91
464586 ONTARIO LTD O/A LITE BROS LTD 286170 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 149.96
504802 ONTARIO INC O/A JCl CONTRACTING 286331 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 656.55
984265 ONTARIO LIMITED 286171 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 20,223.23
A B DICK CO LTD 286172 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 107.58
AATEL COMMUNICATIONS INC 286332 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 409.98
AATEL COMMUNICATIONS INC 286470 31-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 638.25
AATEL COMMUNICATIONS INC 286583 07-Sep-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 437.55
ACCU LOCK AND SECURt'r~ 286333 24-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 48.15
ACKLANDS GRAINGER INC 286173 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 457.82
ACTION CORPORATION 286584 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 1,834.56
ADT SECURITY SERVICES CANADA INC 286471 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 83.59
ADVANCE TOWING 286334 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 288.90
AIR CARE SERVICES 286174 17-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 6,112.00
AIR LIQUIDE CANADA INC 286175 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 89.13
ALDOR BUILDERS LTD 286335 24-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 3,424.00
ALERT CARPEl' CLEANING NIAGARA 286472 31-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 454.75
ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION 286176 17-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 7,723.46
AU:IIX)ME CONSTRUCTION 286336 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 12,495.19
ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION 286473 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 5,000.00
ALISON'S SPORTS & AWARDS 286177 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 88.55
ALL STAR FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES INC 286178 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 101.60
ALL STAR FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES INC 286474 31-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 149.80
AQUlCON CONSTRUCTION CO LTD 286337 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,289,233.33
ARAMARK REFRESHMENT SERVICES 286338 24-Aug-2004 SUPPLIES 164.52
ARCHIE MCCOY (HAMILTON) LTD 286586 07-5ep-2004 MATERIALS 1,611.15
ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPAL TAX COLLECTORS 286475 31-Aug-20B4 ADMINISTRATIVE 832.46
AUTOGRAPHIX 286339 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 23.00
AVENUE ROOTS 286340 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,136.45
AVENUE ROOTS 286476 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 4,116.82
BALDINU 286477 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS S00.00
BAL[NT, SUE 286342 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 125.00
BANKOF MONTREAL 286478 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 150.99
BANK OF MONTREAL 286588 07-Sep-2004 REFUND 681.56
BARDON SUPPLIES-ST CATHARINES 286589 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 644.16
BCE EMERGIS INC 286180 17-Aug-2004 UTILITIES 140.46
BCE EMERGIS INC 286590 07-Sep-2004 UTILITIES 151.25
BEDNARCZYK,ARKADIUSZ 286591 07-Sep-2004 REFUND 415.00
BELL CANADA 286182 17-Aug-2004 Lrr[LIllES 61.64
BELL CANADA 286183 17-Aug-2004 UTILITIES 115.00
BELL MOBILITY 286343 24-Aug-2004 UTILITIES 818.20
BELL MOBILITY PAGING 286185 17-Aug~2004 UTILITIES 41.30
BETTY'S RESTAURANT 286186 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 264.50
BEV HODGSON IN TRUST 286592 07-Sep-2004 REFUND 166.82
BICKLE MAIN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY 286344 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 253.00
BICKLE MAIN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY 286479 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 277.15
BOLIBRUCK, BOB 286593 07-Sep-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 100.40
BORDEN LADNER GERVAIS 286346 24-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 5,510.00
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF NIAGARA 286347 24-Aug-2004 GRANT 18,577.38
BRINKS CANADA LTD 286348 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 879.i0
BRITISH AUTO SUPPLY 286188 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 127.14
BRITISH AUTO SUPPLY 286480 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 37.81
BRITISH AUTO SUPPLY 286594 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 1,495.97
BROCK AUTOMOTIVE 286595 07-5ep-2004 MATERIALS 811.45
BUNTIN REID 286189 17-Aug-2004 SUPPLIES 56.02
BUNT[N REID 286481 31-Aug-2004 SUPPLIES 2,168.61
BUNTIN REID 286596 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 56.02
CZTY OF NI'AGARA FALLS lheC~Yc~ J~ APS200 Page: 2
MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS N ogora FoI Ii I
Supplier Name Cheque No Cheque Date Purpose Amount
BURKE, PATRICK 2864~t2 31-Aug'2004 MATERIALS 139.68
C N WATSON AND ASSOCIATES LTD 286205 17-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 655.91
C N WATSON AND ASSOCIATES LTD 286492 31-Aug~2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 4,984.69
C R L CAMPBELL CONSTRUCTION & DRAINAGE LTD 286210 17-Aug-2004 LEASES AND RENTS 8,654.48
CALDARONI,CARLO 286598 07-5ep-2004 REFUND 750.00
CANADA LAW BOOK 286190 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 26.48
CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR 286350 24-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 123.05
CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR 286483 31-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 1,319.31
CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR 286599 07-Sep-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 462.24
CANADIAN IMPERIAL BANK OF COMMERCE 286489 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 402.00
CANADIAN LEAK DETECTION 286351 24-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 535.00
CANADIAN NATIONAL 286191 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 150.67
CANADIAN NATIONAL 286192 17-Aug-2004 LEASES AND RENTS 1,102.10
CANADIAN NATIONAL 286484 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,973.00
CANADIAN NIAGARA POWER 286601 07-Sep-2004 REFUND 25,470.82
CANTEC SECURITY SERVICES 286193 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 6,120.40
CANTEC SECUR_TTY SERVICES 286485 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 4,308.34
CARL BRAY & ASSOC LTD 286352 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 16,063.93
CARSWELL 286195 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 136.75
CASHWAY BUILDING CENTRES 286196 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 795.49
CENTENNIAL CONSTRUCTION 286197 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 126,993.21
CENTENNIAL CONSTRUCTION 286486 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,483.85
CENTURY VALLEN 286353 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 388.31
CERIDIAN LIFEWORKS SERVICES 286198 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,253.42
CH2M HILL CANADA LTD 286354 24-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 911.64
CHARLES ]ONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 286199 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 378.11
CHARLES ]ONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 286355 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 680.55
CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 286487 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 55.16
CHARLES ]ONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 286603 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 1,094.07
CHIARELLA, DOMENIC 286200 17-Aug-2004 REFUND 865.00
CHIPPAWA LIONS CLUB 286488 31-Aug-2004 REMITTANCE 13,975.20
CHRIST CHURCH 286356 24-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 723.86
CIBC TELEPHONE PAYMENTS 286490 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 359.90
CIBC TELEPHONE PAYMENTS 286604 07-Sep-2004 REFUND 2.42
CIMCO REFRIGERATION 286605 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 372.92
CIT FINANCIAL LTD 286201 17-Aug-2004 LEASES AND RENTS 108.58
CIT FINANCIAL LTD 286357 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 233.29
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS 286202 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 208.58
CTTY OF NIAGARA FALLS 286358 24-Aug-2004 REMITTANCE 25,451.86
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS 286491 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 130,975.41
CLARK,lACK 286606 07-Sep-2004 REFUND 750.00
CLASS A FIRE & RESCUE 286203 17-Aug-2004 MATEP, IALS 111.64
CLASS A FIRE & RESCUE 286359 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 100.05
CLAYOON,JEFF 286204 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 114.00
CLAYDON,]EFFREY 286607 07-Sep-2004 REFUND 1,000.00
CLIFTON HILL BIA 286608 07-Sep-2004 GRANT 5,000.00
COCKINGS, ROBERT&COCKINGS, VALERIE 286493 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 505.20
COGECO CABLE CANADA INC 286360 24-Aug-2004 UTILITIES 189.19
COGECO CABLE CANADA INC 286609 07-Sep-2004 UTILITIES 155.05
COMMISSIONAIRES 286207 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 16,587.16
COMMISSIONAIRES 28636~. 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,729.07
COMM[SSIONAIRES 286496 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 14,760.77
COPYMAN PRINTSHOP 286208 17-Aug-2004 SUPPLIES 172.50
COPYMAN PRINT SHOP 286611 07-Sep-2004 SUPPLIES 27.60
CORSINI,GUY 286497 3 l-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 290.80
COSTELLO, BRIAN 286612 07-Sep-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 124.80
COITON INC 286613 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 245.39
CRAWFORD ADJUSTERS CANADA [NCORP 286209 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 3,099.10
CRAWFORD ADJUSTERS CANADA INCORP 286499 31-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 125.00
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MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS l
Supplier Name Cheque No Cheque Date Purpose Amount
CRYDERMAN,GEORGE 286500 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 125.00
CUPE LOCAL 133 286211 17-Aug-2004 REMITTANCE 3,640.30
CUPE LOCAL 133 286362 24-Aug-2004 REMI'I-FANCE 3,649.52
CUPE LOCAL 133 286501 31-Aug-2004 REMI-n'ANCE 3,618.27
CURRIE, BARBARA 286212 17-Aug-2004 REFUND 750.00
CYRIL B SMITH ELECTRIC LIMITED 286363 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 45,261.00
CYRIL B SMITH ELECTRIC LIMITED 286502 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 88,933.05
DALGAS ENTERPRISES INC 286364 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 3,870.62
DARBYSON,DOUG 286365 24-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 1,067.81
DAVEY TREE EXPERT CO 286366 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 5,660.30
DAVID SCHRAM & ASSOCIATES 286367 24-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 8,239.16
DAY TIMERS OF CANADA LTD 286213 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 31.43
DELL COMPUTER CORPORAITON 286214 17-Aug-2004 EQUIPMENT 28.75
DELL COMPUTER CORPORATION 286368 24-Aug-2004 EQUIPMENT 1,938.90
DELL COMPUTER CORPORATION 286503 31-Aug-2004 EQUIPMENT 15,916.00
DEMOL'S TIRE SALES & SERVICE 286215 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 9,456.11
DESIGN ELECTRONICS 286504 31-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 74.75
DIPIETRO,MARY TERESA& TARTAGLIA, ANN CORFIELD 286614 07-Sep-20Cq REFUND 519.67
DOWNTOWN BOARD OF MANAGEMENT 286615 07-Sep-2004 GRANT 45,000.00
DREN, KARL 286616 07-Sep-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 167.04
DREW CANADA 286369 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 343.70
DREW CANADA 286506 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 296.66
DROLET, MARC 286216 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 290.00
E3 LABORATORIES 286217 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 5,596.01
ELECTRICAL SAFETY AUTHORITY 286617 07-Sep-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 5,314.60
ELIA,CHRIST[NE 286218 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 300.00
ELlA,JOHN 286219 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 980.07
ELLIS ENGINEERING INC 286618 07-Sep-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 5,842.20
EMCOMP CONSULTANTS INC 286619 07-Sep-2004 REMTEfANCE 1,724.84
EMERALD 286220 17-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 888.10
EMERALD 286620 07-Sep-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 1,562.20
ENBRIDGE 286221 17-Aug-2004 UTILITIES 186.55
ENBRIDGE 286370 24-Aug-200~ UTILITIES 604.85
ENBRIDGE 286507 31-Aug-2004 UTILITIES 61.63
ENBRIDGE 286621 07-Sep-20(M UTILITIES 53.87
ENTERPRISE RENT A CAR CANADA LTD 286371 24-Aug-200q REFUND 40.00
ETHERINGTON,DAVE 286622 07-Sep-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 182.40
EVANS UTILITY SUPPLY LTD 286222 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 1,458.20
EVANS UTILITY SUPPLY LTD 286372 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 8,841.28
EVANS UTILITY SUPPLY LTD 286623 07-Sep-2004 MATER]ALS 17,746.29
EVERLASTING IMPRESSIONS 286373 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 431.21
E~CfRACTOL INDUSTRIES LTD 286374 24-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 442.25
FALLS AUTO BODY [NC 286223 17-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 1,073.64
FALLS MANAGEMENT CO 286375 24-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 280,507.06
FALLSVIEW BIA 286624 07-Sep-2004 GRANT 125,000.00
FEREN SIGN SYSTEMS 286625 07-Sep-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 16,863.20
FILICE,ANTONIO 286626 07-Sep-2004 REFUND 750.00
FINE GRADE CONSTRUCTION 286627 07-Sep-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 176,301.85
FIRE 2000 286376 24-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 4,926.11
FIRE MONTIORING OF CANADA INC 286508 31-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 63.66
F]RESERVICE MANAGEMENT LTD 286224 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 175.42
FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD 286225 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 1,878.30
FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD 286377 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 658.13
FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD 286628 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 938.43
FONTAINE,3OSEPH ETIENNE 286378 24-Aug-2004 REFUND 430.28
FORCIER, SUE 286629 07-Sep-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 129.20
FOREST CITY MODELS & PA'~'ERNS LTD 286226 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 718.75
FRANK COWAN COMPANY LIMITED 286227 17-Aug-2004 AOMINISTRATIVE 3,165.40
FRANK J ZAMBONI & CO LTD 286379 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 3,142.15
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ]heC yof J~ APS2OO Page : 4
MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS ogaraFaaJJ jj
Supplier Name Cheque No Ch~ue Date Purpose Amount
F~NK 3 ~MBON[ & CO LTD 286509 3J-Aug-2004 HATE~A~ 25L[9
FUELHAKER CORPO~ON 286~[0 3[-Aug-2004 HATE~A~ 547.86
G & K SER~CES ~NADA [NC 28623[ [7-Aug-2004 HATE~A~ 88.37
~LES GAS BARS 286228 [7-Aug-2004 HATE~A~ 4~6.27
GALT KNIFE CO LTD 286229 [7-Aug-2004 HAZNTENANCE AND REP~RS 62.[0
~RN~,]EFF 286380 24-Aug-20~ REFUND 750.00
GER~E E~C WHOLESALE LTD 286230 [7-Aug-2004 MATE~A~ 382.95
G~DD[NG SALES AGEN~ LTD 286232 [7-Aug-2004 HA~ 4,893.0[
G~DDiNG SALES AGEN~ LTD 28638[ 2~Aug-2004 MA~R~ 4,717.22
G~DDING SALES AGEN~ L~ 286630 07-Sep-2004 HAZELS 8,415.05
GLOBA~AR ~NADA SATELL~E CO 286233 [7-Aug-2004 ~ES ~.35
GOR~N BANNERHAN LTD 286234 [7-Aug-2004 HA~ 5,200.[8
G~SWOR~ ~WN HA[~NANCE 286235 ~7-Aug-2004 CO~ SERVICES [,508.70
G~YB~ E~C LTD 286236 [7-Aug-2004 HA~A~ 286.20
G~YBAR E~C L~ 2865[[ 3J-Aug-2004 MATE~ 224.23
G~YBAR E~C L~ 28663[ 07-5ep-2004 HATE~A~ 323.60
GR~R N[A~ ~LL~CO 286512 3J-Aug-2004 HATE~ 53.00
GR~R N[AGA~ GENE~L HOSP~AL EQUIPMENT FUND 286382 24-Aug-20~ REH~ANCE 69.40
GREEN ~NE EQUIPMENT 286513 3[-Aug-20~ EQUIPMENT ~997.70
GREENSPACE SERVICE5 286237 [7-Aug-200; CO~ SER~C~ 409.28
G~GOROFF, LOU[S 286383 24-Aug-2004 ADM[N[~VE 80.00
GR~T, SHANNON 286632 07-Sep-20~ ADH[N[~VE [58.00
GROUND AE~AL H~NTENANCE LTD 286384 24-Aug-2004 CO~ SER~CES [4,757.69
~ FRENCH PAPER ~H~D 286238 ~7-Aug-2004 HATE~A~ 2,700.96
~FRENCH PAPER ~H~D 286633 07-~ep-2004 HATE~A~ ~,743.54
GUZL~N [N~RNA~ONAL [NC 286634 07-Sep~2004 HATE~ [,676.70
HALCO MOBILE HFG SALES & SERVICE [NC 286515 3~-Aug-2004 L~ES AND RE~S 3,570.00
HALF WAY SAND P~ ~H~D 286239 [7-Aug-2004 HATE~A~ ],069.33
HA~ WAY SAND P~ UM~D 286385 24-Aug-2004 HATE~A~ 345.00
HALL~CH EN~RONME~AL ]NC 286635 07-5ep-2004 HATE~A~ 460.00
HAMDAN[ DRYC~NER5 L~ 286240 [7-Aug-2004 M~N~NANCE AND REP~R5 55.49
H~WELL, DAV[D 28624[ [7-Aug-20~ HATE~ [43.75
H~RT N~ ]NC 286386 24-Aug-20~ HA~ 4,500.00
HECO 286242 [7-Aug-2004 H~ENANCEAND REP~RS 914.9[
HECO 286387 24-Aug-20~ HA[~ENANCE AND REPAIRS 342.40
HERLOV~CH,AL~ 286637 07-~p-20~ ADHZN[~VE 80.00
HER~ EQUIPMENT RENTAL 286388 24-Aug-2004 L~ES AND REN~ 2,990.00
HZC~ HORLEY HAMILTON ~ART ~O~E LLP 2865~6 3[-Aug-20~ CONSUL~NG SERVZCES [~384.[8
H[EBERT,3AKE 286389 24-Aug-20~ ADM[N[~E 80.00
HZLL ~LE5 LTD 286243 [7-Aug-20~ HA~A~ 274.67
HILL ~LES LTD 286517 3[-Aug-20~ MA~ 442.62
HILL ~LE5 L~ 286638 07~Sep-20~ HA~R~LS 385.93
HO~OWAY PHZLP CON~ ]NC 286518 3[-Aug-20~ CON~ SERVICES 5,000.00
HOLMAN,GEOFF 286519 3J-Aug-2004 ADM]N[S~VE [68.80
HUMMELL, HAROLD 286639 07-Sep-2004 ADH]N[S~VE [55.60
HY G~DE PRE~T CONCR~E 28~0 07-Sep-2004 HATE~LS [,253.50
~ ~NADA [NC 286390 24-Aug-2004 HATER[A~ 48.63
[OANNON[,~ROLYNN 28664[ 07-5ep-2004 ADH[N]ST~VE 250.00
[PL ]NC 286642 07-5ep-2004 HATER[ALS [,309.85
3 ~ HAC~Y ~NADA LTD 286394 24-Aug-2004 HATER[A~ 3,0~7.70
3 P HAHM[LL E SON LTD 286245 [7-Aug-2004 HATE~A~ 8[0.[2
3AC~ON,DAVE 28639[ 24-Aug-2004 ADH[N[ST~VE 84.80
3AGGER HIMS L[H~ED 286244 27-Aug-2004 CONSUL~NG SERVICES [6,984.59
3AGGER HIMS L~H~D 286520 3~-Aug-2004 CONSUL~NG SERVICES [,25~.48
3AMES G ARMOUR & CO LTD 28~392 24-Aug-2004 HATE~A~ 2,889.38
3~ ICE L~ 286393 24-Aug-2004 HATE~A~ 4,048.50
3OE UR~N CONSULTANTS 286395 24-Aug-2004 CONSUL~NG SERVICES 6,206.00
~URMA[N ~W OFF]CE BARRISTER & SOL[C~OR5 28652[ 3J-Aug-2004 REFUND 25.00
~N DU ~OLS LTD 286396 24-Aug-2004 HATE~A~ [,[65.68
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS lll~Ci~oI ~ AP5200 Page : S
MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Nizam R~II~.
Supplier Name Cheque No Cheque Date Purpose Amount
KAN DU POOLS LTD 286644 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 174.78
KATCH'S QUALITY COMMUNICATiON 286397 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 632.50
KAUPP ELECTRIC LTD 286246 17-Aug-200,t MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 174.80
KOO,]ASOO 286522 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 395.56
KRAFT CANADA INC 286247 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 64.20
L CAMPBELL ~ ASSOCIATES 286399 24-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 4,815.00
LAFARGE CANADA INC 286248 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 15,593.86
LAFARGE CANADA INC 286398 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 4,018.74
LAFARGE CANADA INC 286523 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 3,053.46
LETOURNEAU,ANNE L 286249 17-Aug-2004 REFUND 10.00
LEVITT SAFELY 286250 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 4,569.13
LITII_E,ARTHUR 286527 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 175.99
~ l~fKES COMMERCIAL PLAY SYSTEMS 286252 17-Aug-200q MATERIALS 1,559.40
LUNDY'S LANE BIA 286646 07-Sep-2004 GRANT 60,000.00
M A GIURA PAINTING & DRYWALL LTD 286528 31-Aug-20C~ MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 2,354.00
MACLEAN,JASON 286253 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRAllVE 303.51
MA~EVVSKI,MIKE 286255 17-Aug-2004 REFUND 750.00
MANCUSO, RITA 2866~7 07-Sep-2004 REFUND 750.00
MARINE CLEAN LTD 286257 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 23,069.73
MARINE CLEAN LTD 286529 31-Aug-200~ CONTRACT SERVICES S09.32
MARINE CLEAN LTD 2866~8 07-Sep-200~ CONTRACT SERVICES 3,145.80
MARTiN, DEBORAH 286530 31-Aug-200q REFUND 36.00
MARTIN ENGINEERING INC 286258 17-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 2,758.38
MASCARIN,RUDY 286403 24-Aug-2004 REMriTANCE 80.00
MATSON,BILL 286404 24'Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 98.40
MA'I-HtE-INS CAMERON HEYWOOD KERRY T HOWE SURVEYIN( 286259 17'Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 1,312.03
MAYHEW & ASSOCIATES (BURLINGTON) INC 286260 17'Aug-2004 MATERIALS 1,343.87
MCANDREWS AIR LTD 286261 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 261.08
MCANDREWS AIR LTD 286405 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,772.46
MCANDREWS AIR LTD 286531 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,255.94
MCDONALD, ROB 286262 17-Aug-200q ADMINISTRATIVE 358.15
MCLEOD,1OHN 286532 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 60.00
ME OLSEN TITLES INC 286~06 24-Aug-200~ CONTRACT SERVICES 620.90
ME OLSEN TITLES INC 286533 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 441.45
ME OLSEN TITLES INC 286649 07-Sep-200q CONTRACT SERVICES 449.87
MECH, KEN 286263 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 917.26
MICRON INSTALLATIONS LIMEFED 286264 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,511.69
MINERVINI, DOMENIC 286407 24-Aug-2004 REFUND 301.50
MINERVINI, OOMENIC 286651 07-Sep-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 242.00
MINISTER OF FINANCE 286266 17-Aug-2004 REMPFFANCE 9,600.00
MINISTER OF FINANCE 286330 20-Aug-2004 REMITTANCE 9,019.66
MINISTER OF FINANCE 286408 24-Aug-2004 REMriTANCE 503.84
MINISTER OF FINANCE 286410 24-Aug-2004 REMITTANCE 48,112.79
MINISTER OF FINANCE 286411 24-Aug-2004 REMITTANCE 836.92
MINISTER OF FINANCE 286412 24-Aug-2004 REFUND 1,750.00
MINISTRY OF A'n'ORNEY GENERAL 286265 17-Aug-2004 REMHTANCE 1,345.69
MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL 286409 24-Aug-2004 REMITrANCE 1,410.74
MINISTRY OF A'ITORNEY GENERAL 286534 31-Aug-2004 REMI'n'ANCE 1,410.74
MITCHELL, LOUIE 286652 07-5ep-2004 REFUND 114.96
MJM/CMA JOINT VENTURES ARCHH-ECTS 286254 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 35,201.20
MJM/CMA JOINT VENTURES ARCHITECTS 286402 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 19,200.67
MOBILE COMMUNICATION SERVICES 286413 24-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 97.75
MODERN LANDFILL INC 286267 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,371,23
MODERN LANDFILL INC 286414 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,145.04
MOORE,GEORGE& MOORE, LINDA 286535 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 162.94
MOROCCO,JOHN 286268 17-Aug-2004 REFUND 607.50
MORTON,DALE 286415 24-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 145.35
MOUNTAIN VIEW HOMES LTD 286536 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 2,664.00
MTC LEASING INC 286270 17-Aug-2004 REMTUrANCE 277.87
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MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS
Supplier Name Cheque No Cheque Date Purpose Amount
MUNICIPAL WORLD INC 28653~ 31-Aug-2004 REMITTANCE 48.67
MUNICIPAL WORLD INC 286653 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 147.05
MY COUNTRY DELICATESSEN 286416 24-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 92.67
NIAGARA BLOCK INC 286417 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 692,69
NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS AS5OC 286276 17-Aug-2004 REMITTANCE 1,981.45
NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC 286421 24-Aug-2004 REMJ~-rANCE 1,981.45
NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC 286422 24-Aug-2004 REMITTANCE 91.00
NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC 286542 31-Aug-2004 REMI'rI'ANCE 3,524.46
NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC 286543 31-Aug-2004 REMIqTANCE 1,981.45
NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIETY 286271 17-Aug-2004 REMITTANCE 125.00
NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIETY 286539 31-Aug-2004 GRANT 36,529.65
NIAGARA FALLS HYDRO 286272 17-Aug-2004 REMIqTANCE 6,578.89
NIAGARA FALLS HYDRO 286273 17-Aug-2004 REMI'rI'ANCE 7,813.69
NIAGARA FALLS HYDRO 286274 17-Aug-2004 UTILITIES 1,321.04
NIAGARA FALLS HYDRO 286419 24-Aug-2004 UTILITIES 90,634.73
NIAGARA FALLS HYDRO 286540 31-Aug-2004 UTILITIES 4,775.38
NIAGARA FALLS HYDRO 286656 07-Sep-2004 UTILIllES 205.35
NIAGARA FALLS oP'r[MIST CLUB 286541 31-Aug-2004 GRANT 874.00
NIAGARA FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY 286420 24-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 160.50
NIAGARA FALLS RINGETTE 286277 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 300.00
NIAGARA FALLS TOURISM 286544 31-Aug-2004 GRANT 66,630.95
NIAGARA OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES 286278 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 155.00
NIAGARA ON THE LAKE HYDRO INC 286279 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 42.07
NIAGARA ON THE LAKE HYDRO INC 286658 07-Sep-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 72.41
NIAGARA REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE 286280 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 25.00
NIAGARA THIS WEEK 286423 24-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 125.19
NIAGARA.COM 286418 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 48.10
NIAGARA.COM 286538 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 48.10
NIAGARA.COM 286655 07-Sep-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 358.99
NOP, JOHN LTD 286281 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 423,422.06
NORRIS,STEVE 286659 07-Sep-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 64.15
OCCASIONS IN NIAGARA 286545 31-Aug-20CH ADMINISTRATIVE 93.73
OMERS 286424 24-Aug-2004 REMITTANCE 358,610.64
OMERS 286660 07-Sep-2004 REMITTANCE 286,940.24
OMFPOA 286282 17-Aug-2004 REMI-ITANCE 500.00
OMFPOA 286425 24-Aug-2004 REMI'rTANCE 1,000.00
ONTARIO GYM & SPORTS 286283 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 270.94
ONTARIO PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION APWA 286284 17-Aug-2004 REMI-rrANCE 90.00
OPTIMIST CLUB 286285 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 100.00
P R W EXCAVATING CONTRACTORS LTD 286429 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 535.00
PARKSMART 286547 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 1,808.38
PEC ROOF MAINTENANCE 286286 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,507.57
PEC ROOF MAINTENANCE 286548 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 750.38
PENINSULA CONSTRUCTION INC 286549 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 4,835.32
PENINSULA PEST CONTROL LTD 286287 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 189.39
PESIQBOZIDOR 286426 24-Aug-2004 REFUND 125.00
PETERSEN,DEREK 286661 07-Sep-2004 REFUND 188.63
PHOENIX COUNSELLING INC 286550 31-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 750.00
PINGUE, PAUL 286662 07-Sep-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 73.60
PIRAINO & RAIMONDO ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS 286663 07-Sep-2004 7,070.10
PLAYPOWER LT CANADA INC 286551 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 1,099.40
PORTAGE BAKERY LIMITED 286288 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 500.00
PRAXAIR 286289 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 686.05
PRECISE PARK LINK INC 286427 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,681.40
PROFESSIONAL'S CHOICE FLOORING 286290 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 4,673,40
PRO]ECl- SHARE 286552 31-Aug-2004 GRANT 15,414.95
PROVINCIAL MAINTENANCE 286428 24~Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 57,816.45
PUROLATOR COURIER 286291 17-Aug-2004 REMIqTANCE 193.09
PUROLATOR COURIER 286430 24-Aug-2004 REMI'ITANCE 178.79
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MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Nl ro
Supplier Name Cheque No Cheque Date Purpose Amount
PUROLATOR COURIER 286553 31-Aug-2004 REMD-rANCE 57,49
PUROLATOR COURIER 286665 07-Sep-2004 REMITI-ANCE 32.78
RACO AUTO SUPPLY LTD 286292 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 268.32
RACO AUTO SUPPLY LTD 286554 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 44.53
RANI(IN CONSTRUCTION INC 286293 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,112,194.23
READ SAWCU'IT]NG & CORING INC. 286294 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 283.55
RECEIVER GENERAL 286295 17-Aug-2004 REMIITANCE 158,019.59
RECEIVER GENERAL 286432 24-Aug-2004 REMI-ITANCE 164,800.68
RECEIVER GENERAL 286467 30-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 5,027.40
RECEIVER GENERAL 286555 31-Aug-2004 REMITI'ANCE 155,452.21
REDEVELOPMENT CONCEPTS INTERNATIONAL 286666 07-Sep-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 1,820.66
RENTOKIL INITIAL CANADA LIMITED 286434 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 141.29
RICHARDS, ELIZABETH 286557 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 180.40
RIDGEMOUNT QUARRIES LIMTIED 286298 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 113.36
ROADSIDE RENTALS INC 286668 07-Sep-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,474.46
ROCHESTER MIDLAND LIMITED 286558 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 1,090.12
ROCHESTER MIDLAND LIMITED 286669 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 388.48
ROGERS WIRELESS INC 286299 17-Aug-2004 UTILTTIES 1,284.97
ROGERS WIRELESS INC 286435 24-Aug-2004 68.16
RONALD C ELLENS APPRAISALS INC 286300 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 1,740.00
SAFETY KLEEN CANADA INC 286436 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 596.15
SAFETY TODAY 286301 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 256.03
SAFETY TODAY 286559 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 672.24
SAFETY TODAY 286670 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 118.33
SALCI,TED 286560 31-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 900.00
SCARINGI,VITO 286671 07-Sep-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 216.80
SCOTIABANK 286302 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 976.97
SCOTIABAN K 286438 24-Aug-2004 REMIq-rANCE 118,017.43
SERVICE MASTER 286439 24-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 207.74
SHAHEEN & PEAKER LTD 286561 31-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 160.50
SHEA, ROBERT 286440 24-Aug-2004 REFUND 750.00
SICO INC 286304 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 1,334.58
SICO INC 286441 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 495.08
SIGNATURE SIGNS 286305 17-Aug-2004 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 192.60
SIGNATURE SIGNS 286562 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 161.00
SIMPLEX GRINNELL 286306 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 203.30
SIMPSON WIGLE LLP 286672 07-Sep-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 1,543.70
SINGULAR PRODUCTIONS LIMiTED 286442 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 430.10
SOCIETY OF PUBLIC INSURANCE ADMINISTRATORS OF ONTAI 286563 31-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 50.00
SORENSEN POOLS INC 286308 17~Aug-2004 MATERIALS 92.50
ST JOHN AMBULANCE 286565 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,400.00
STEPHENS,TANYA 286564 31-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 104.40
STEVENSVILLE LAWN SERVICE INC 286675 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 5,667.26
STOKES,GRAEME 286443 24-Aug-2004 REFUND 4.00
STREAMLINE 286309 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 178.25
STUDENT ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL-SAC NIAGARA COLLEGE 286310 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 159.43
SUN LIFE OF CANADA 286444 24-Aug-2004 REMITFANCE 45.97
SUN LIFE OF CANADA 286445 24-Aug-2004 REMI'ITANCE 137.41
SUN LIFE OF CANADA 286446 24-Aug-2004 REMITFANCE 228,875.51
SUN LIFE OF CANADA 286447 24-Aug-2004 REMI'ITANCE ],479.95
SUPERIOR PROPANE INC 286312 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 23.00
SUPERPAGES 286448 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 64.20
TAUNTON CONST LTD 286313 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 162,280.80
TAUNTON CONST LTD 286676 07-Sep-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 128,611.54
TECHNICAL STANDARDS E SAFETY AUTHORITY 286566 31-Aug-2004 REMI'ITANCE 100.00
TELUS INTEGRATED COMMUNICATIONS 286314 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 493.69
TELUS INTEGRATED COMMUNICATIONS 286677 07-Sep-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 488.75
TELUS MOBILITY 286315 17-Aug-2004 u'r[LITIES 436.99
TELUS MOBILITY 286316 17-Aug-2004 UTILITIES 2,074.48
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MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS '
Supplier Name Cheque No Cheque Date Purpose Amount
TELUS MOBILrI'y 286~0 24-Au~]~004 MATERIALS 197.72
TELUS MOBILrl-Y 286451 24'Aug-2004 UTILITIES 5,252.51
TELUS MOBILITY 286678 07-Sep-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,299.96
TELUS NATIONAL SYSTEMS INC 286567 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 4,622.66
TERANET INC 286317 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 5,000.00
THE EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST INC 286318 17-Aug-2004 LEASES AND RENTS 4,568.95
THE KIRKLAND PARTNERSHIP 286679 07-Sep-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 5,703.26
THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 286296 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 1,850.00
THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALI'rf OF NIAGARA 286297 17-Aug-2004 REMI'FTANCE 394,974.43
THE REGIONAL MUNICIPAI._rrY OF NIAGARA 286433 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 141.53
THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALI'rf OF NIAGARA 286556 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 4,652.03
THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 286667 07-Sep-2004 DONATION 100.00
THE REVIEW 286569 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 6,730.19
THE SENIORS REVIEW 286320 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 401.25
THE UNIFORM GROUP INC 286452 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 715.30
THISTLEWAITE,HARRY 286570 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 580.00
THOMSON ROGERS 286571 31-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 849.80
TOROMONT 286321 17-Aug-2004 EQUIPMENT 2,949.75
TO'I-fEN SIMS HUBICKI ASSOCIATES 286322 17-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 1,002.92
TOTTEN SIMS HUBICKI ASSOCIATES 286572 31-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 2,739.20
TOI-fEN SIMS HUBICKI ASSOCIATES 286680 07-Sep-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 3,736.20
TOWER PLUMBING AND HEATING (NIAGARA) INC 286681 07-Sep-2004 EQUIPMENT 2,760.60
TRI CI'I'Y CURB CU'ITING INC 286453 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 764.26
TRILLIUM INDUSTRIAL SAFETY SYSTEMS INC 286682 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 7.19
TROW ASSOCIATES INC 286454 24-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 1,939.91
UNI~fRUT CENTRAL 286455 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 9,516.25
UNITED WAY 286456 24-Aug-2004 REMll-I'ANCE 1,394.00
UNUM LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY 286457 24-Aug-2004 REMITFANCE 1,141.44
URBAN & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INC 286458 24-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 5,346.28
VADIM COMPUTER MANAGEMENT GROUP LTD 286323 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 6,144.04
VADIM COMPUTER MANAGEMENT GROUP LTD 286459 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,594.S0
VALUE ADDED SYSTEMS INC 286573 31-Aug-2004 EQUIPMENT 5,732.75
VANDERWEYDEN LANDSCAPING 286684 07-Sep-2004 REFUND 750.00
YANLUVEN,GARY 286685 07-Sep-2004 REFUND 850.00
VICTORIA CENTRE BIA 286686 07-Sep-2004 GRANT 62,500.00
V[NELAND QUARRIES 286324 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 154.73
VoLrr,JAMIE DOUGLAS& VOUT, KIMBERLEY ROSE 286582 01-Sep-2004 REFUND 592.58
WALK ON DUST CONTROL 286326 17-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 124.49
WALK ON DUST CONTROL 286460 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 239.73
WALK ON DUST CONTROL 286575 31-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 124.49
WALK ON DUST CONTROL 286687 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 70.62
WALKER BROTHERS QUARRIES LTD 286325 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 1,206.09
WALKER BROTHERS QUARRIES LTD 286574 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 1,853.70
WAif, DAVID 286576 31-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 104.40
WEIR FOULDS 286577 31-Aug-2004 CONSULTING SERVICES 5,179.68
WESTBURNE/RUDDY 286327 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 603.75
WESTBURNE/RUDDY 286461 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 987.53
WESTBURNE/RUDDY 286578 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 115.92
WHITE,GORDON 286462 24-Aug-2004 REFUND 750.00
WINDJACK,]IM 286328 17-Aug-2004 ADMINISTRATIVE 42.37
WINMAR NIAGARA 286463 24-Aug-2004 CONTRACT SERVICES 374.50
WOLSELEY WATERWORKS GROUP 286688 07-Sep-2004 MATERIALS 136.96
WOMEN'S PLACE OF SOUTH NIAGARA INC 286579 31-Aug-2004 GRANT 2,083.33
WRIGHT FUELS INC 286329 17-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 18,172.31
WRIGHT FUELS [NC 286580 31-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 29,323.99
WSIB 286689 07-Sep-2004 REMI1TANCE 25,678.36
YMCA 286464 24-Aug-2004 GRANT 7,500~00
YMCA 286465 24-Aug-2004 REMTTTANCE 931.35
YOUNG SOD FARMS LTD 286466 24-Aug-2004 MATERIALS 237.47
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MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS N~ara Fal~
Supplier Name Cheque No Cheque Date Purpose Amount
ZLOKAPA, NFNA 286581 31-Aug-2004 REFUND 1,703,13
Total: 7,506,632.26
Corporate Services Department F-2004-54
,~j[, ~ Finance Division Kenneth E. Burden
The Cityof~ 4310 Queen Street Director of Finance
Niogoro FolIs~J~,~i~ P.O. Box 1023
Canada ~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
.~1111~~_!~ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
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Tel: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2016
E-mail: kburden@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: F-2004-54 - Municipal Performance Measurement Program
RECOMMENDATION:
That this report be received for the information of City Council and that the information be posted
to the City's intemet site no later than September 30, 2004.
BACKGROUND:
For the reporting year of 2000, all municipalities were required to provide the Ministry of Municipal
Affairs and Housing with information on the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery in the
following nine core municipal service areas: solid waste, water, wastewater, transportation, fire,
police, local government, land use planning, and social services. The Municipal Performance
Measurement Program (MPMP) initially consisted of 35 broad-level efficiency and effectiveness
performance measures. Municipalities submitted their performance measurement data through the
Ministry's Financial Information Return. Municipalities were also required to report to their
taxpayers on 16 of the 35 measures by September 30, 2001. The City of Niagara Falls provided this
information on its website.
For the year ending December 31, 2003, municipalities will collect data on several measures across
nine service areas according to their service responsibility. Over time, it is anticipated that this
program will permit year-over-year tracking of overall service improvements. However, until such
time as the mandated measures have been the same for two or more consecutive fiscal years, the
tracking may not be possible. Given that these measures do not account for varying municipal
service levels and several other factors that can affect results, comparison of these results across
municipalities is also of limited value and potentially misleading.
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REPORT
Performance Indicators
For the year ending December 31, 2003, thc City of Niagara Falls is required to measure its
performance in the following municipal service areas and report the results to the City's taxpayers.
General Government
1. Operating costs for general government as a percentage of total municipal operating costs.
Fire
2. Operating costs for fire services per $1,000 of assessment.
Roadways
3. Operating costs for paved (hard top) roads per lane kilometer.
4. Operating costs for unpaved (loose top) roads per lane kilometer.
5. Operating costs for winter control maintenance of roadways per lane kilometer.
Pementage of paved lane kilometers that met or exceeded mtmicipal road maintenance
standards; this information is not available, pending the implementation of the pavement
management system.
6. Percentage of winter event responses that met or exceeded municipal road maintenance
standards.
Transit 7. Operating costs for conventional transit per regular service passenger trip.
8. Number of conventional transit passenger trips per person in the service area in a year.
Wastewater (Sanitary Sewage) 9. Operating costs for collection ofwastewater per kilometer of wastewater main.
10. Number ofwastewater main backups per 100 kilometers ofwastewater main in a year.
Storm Water 11. Operating costs for urban storm water management per kilometer of drainage system.
12. Operating costs for rural storm water management per kilometer of drainage system.
Water 13. Operating costs for distribution of drinking quality water per kilometer of water main.
14. Number of breaks in water mains per 100 kilometers of water main pipe in a year.
Solid Waste
15. Operating costs for garbage collection per household
Land Use Planning
16. Percentage of new lots, blocks and/or units with final approval ~vhich are located within
settlement areas and the number of new lots, blocks and/or units.
17. Percentage of land designated for agricultural purposes which was preserved during the
reporting year and the number of hectares of land originally designated for aghcultural
purposes which was re-designated for other uses.
18. Percentage of land designated for agricultural purposes which was preserved relative to
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the base year and the number of hectares of land originally designated for agricultural
purposes which was re-designated for other uses.
Reporting Requirements
In addition to reporting financial and performance data to the Province in the annual Financial
Information Return, municipalities are also required to publish for the taxpayers of thc municipality,
thc results of each of the performance indicators. Results for thc year ended December 31, 2003
must be published by September 30, 2004. The publication must at a minimum include the name
of thc measure, thc year to which it relates, and the result. A number of publication methods are
available to municipalities including direct mailing, property tax bill insert, notices in newspapers,
and posting on the interact. As was approved last year, staffis again recommending the posting of
this report on the City's website.
Performance Results
Identified as Appendix (A) are the results of the City's year 2003 Municipal Performance
Measurement Program. As required in the publication of the results, each measure includes the
name of the measure, the year in which the measure relates and the result of the measure. Also
provided, where necessary, are explanatory comments. These comments better explain the measure
and corresponding result. It is imperative, however, that where comments are provided, the reader
be mindful that these comments form an integral part of the performance measure information. Over
time, it is anticipated that this program will permit year-over-year tracking of overall service
improvements. However, until such time as the mandated measures have been the same for two or
more consecutive fiscal years, the tracking may not be possible. Given that these measures do not
account for varying municipal service levels and several other factors that can affect results,
comparison of these results across municipalities is also of limited value and potentially misleading.
Recommended by: Respect full~t]submitt ed:
K. Burden ,~o( John MacDonald
Director of Finance D Chief Administrative Officer
Approved by:
,vT. Ravenda
Executive Director of Corporate Services
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Operating costs for general government as a percent of total municipal
operating costs
Year 2003
Result 5.4%
Comments:
Total municipal operating costs for 2003 were $78,642,636
Services include:
- Mayor and Members of Council
- Office of the Mayor and Council Support
- Chief Administrative Officer
- Corporate Services
- Conununity Services
- Debt and Investment Services
- Auditing Services
- Corporate Legal Services
- Taxation
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Operating costs for fire services per $1,000 of assessment 2
Year 2003
Result $1.91 Per $1,000 of assessment
Comments:
Operating costs for 2003 fire services were $11,128,969 and include:
- volunteer and professional fire fighting force
- repair and replacement of fleet equipment
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Operating costs for paved (hard top) roads per lane kilometer 3
Year 2003
Result $7,585.00 per lane kilometer
Comments:
There are 730 lane kilometers of paved (hard top) roads.
Operating costs for 2003 were $5,537,048.
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Operating costs for unpaved (loose top) roads per lane kilometer 4
Year 2003
Result $928.87 per lane kilometer
Comments:
There are 402 lane kilometers of unpaved (loose top) roads.
Operating costs for 2003 were $373,404.
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
kilometerOperating costs for winter control maintenance of roadways per lane I 5
Year 2003
Result $1,763.26 per lane kilometer
Comments:
There are 1,132 lane kilometers of roadway.
Operating costs for 2003 winter control maintenance were $1,996,008.
The operating costs for winter control maintenance can be influenced by:
- the frequency and severity of winter events
- the extent of the road network located in urban areas
- the municipality's service threshold for responding to a winter storm event
- the municipality's service standard for road conditions after a storm event
The City's standard begins salting and sanding operations as soon as snow accumulates on the
road surface. Snow plowing operations begin as soon as snow accumulations reaches 8 cm.
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Percentage of winter-events responses that meet or exceed municipal
road maintenance standards
Year 2003
Result 1 O0 %
Comments:
During 2003, the City forces provided and 5 full-fledged snow plowing operations.
Factors contributing to the results for this measure include the following:
- the frequency and severity of winter storm events
- the City does not maintain records for this performance measurement. The figure is based on
staff's perceived response success.
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Operating costs for conventional transit per regular service passenger 7
trip
Year 2003 I
Result $6.92 per trip
Comments:
Operating costs for 2003 conventional transit were $6,958,237.
- the cost for repair and replacement of fleet equipment is included; the fleet has an average
age of 16 years.
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Number of conventional transit passenger trips per person in the service O
area in a year
O
Year 2003
Result '13.87 trips per person
Comments:
Niagara Falls Transit provided !,005,293 conventional transit passenger trips for a service area
population of 72,500 people.
The determination of routing depends on an overall fare box recovery range of 49% to 52%.
The service area includes 81 square km and approximately 1,000,000 km of travelled routing
per year.
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Operating costs for collection of wastewater per kilometer of wastewater
main
Year 2003
Result $9,348.'10 per kilometer of wastewater main
Comments:
There are 360 kilometers of wastewater main.
Operating costs for 2003 were $ 3,365,315.
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Number of wastewater main backups per 100 kilometers of wastewater
main in a year
Year 2003
Result 31.67 backups per 100 kilometers of wastewater main
Comments:
There are 360 kilometers ofwastewater main.
During 2003, there were 114 backups in wastewater main.
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
drainageOperatingsystemC°Sts for urban storm water management per kilometer of I 1 1
I
Year 2003 r
Result $1,509.82 per kilometer of drainage system
Comments:
There are 199 kilometers of urban drainage system.
Operating costs for 2003 were $300,455.
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
drainageOperatingsystemC°Sts for rural storm water management per kilometer of I 1 2
I
Year 2003
I
Result $1,514.91 per kilometer of drainage system
Comments:
There are 35 kilometers of rural drainage system.
Operating costs for 2003 were $53,022.
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Operating costs for the distribution of drinking quality water per I
1
kilometer of distribution pipe ,~
I
Year 2003
Result $10,087.60 per kilometer of distribution pipe
Comments:
There are 410 kilometers of water main pipe.
Operating costs for 2003 were $ 4,135,917.
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Number of breaks in water mains per ~100 kilometers of water main pipe I ~l ~l
in a year
I
1
Year 2003
Result 22.19 breaks per 100 kilometers of water main
Comments:
There are 410 kilometres of water main pipe.
During 2003, there were 91 breaks in water main pipe
The number of water main breaks can be influenced by the following factors:
- age of the pipes
- pipe material
- depth of the pipes
- severity of winter weather, especially frost penetration
- sudden variance in water pressure
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Operating costs for garbage collection per household 1151
Year 2003
Result $179.79 per household
Comments:
There are 32,497 households.
Operating costs for 2003 were $5,842,540
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Percentage of new lots, blocks and/or units with final approval
which are located within settlement areas
Year 2003 89.8%
Result
Comments:
New development with final approval which is located within settlement areas:
New lots - 254
New blocks - 0
New units - 273
Subtotal - 527
New development with final approval within entire municipality:
New lots - 284
New blocks - 0
New units - 303
Subtotal -587
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Percentage of land designated for agricultural purposes which was I
preserved during the reporting year 1 7
I
Year 2003 100%
Result
Comments:
As at December 31, 2003, there were 9063 hectares of'designated agricultural land.
As at January 1, 2003 there were 9,063 hectares of designated agricultural land.
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City of Niagara Falls
2003 Performance Measures
Percentage of land designated for agricultural purposes which was
preserved relative to the base year -
Year 2003 99.8%
Result
Comments:
As at December 31, 2003, there were 9063 hectares of designated agricultural land.
As at January 1, 2000 there were 9,077 hectares of land designated for agricultural purposes.
Community Services Department FS-2004-15
. ,~,,, Fire Services Patrick Burke
]'heCity of 4310 Queen Street Fire Chief
Niagara Falls P.O. Box 1023
Canada ~',~'Niagara Falls. ON L2E 6X5
~J~ web site: www.city, niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-7404
E-mail: pburke@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: FS-2004-15
Bunker Gear Purchase
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council approve the purchase of 24 sets of firefighter safety clothing from M&L Supply Fire
Equipment, in the amount of $1620.95 plus taxes each (Total $38,902.80 plus taxes).
BACKGROUND:
Bunker Gear is one of the primary pieces of personal protection which a firefighter wears during
structural firefighting. As such, it has been recently been inspected by a company for servicability.
This company annually inspects our gear and also repairs the gear when minor problems arise.
This company has developed a rating system for this clothing and has made recommendations to us
for replacements. This type of safety clothing is required by Health and Safety laws for structural
firefighters. This company has recommended replacements based on use and condition of the
present clothing. This program of replacement will ensure that the firefighters have the required
protection.
Staff is recommending M&L Supply, for the following reasons:
· recommended by the "bunker gear" evaluation and selection committee
same price as our last three replacement orders
extra comfort and durability features
· meets CGSB and NFPA standards;
· M&L is the same company which has supplied us with our previous clothing;
· excellent warranty, user maintenance and safety guidelines provided with each outfit
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FINANCING: There are sufficient funds available in Operating Budget to fund this purchase.
Prepared by: Respectfully submitted by:
~'John MacDonald
Assistant Fire Chief 't1~ ~ Chief Administrative Officer
Patrick Burke
Fire Chief
CR:ls
Community Services Department FS-2004-16
· ,~. Fire Services Patrick Burke
lhe Qty of jr l¢ 4310 Queen Street Fire Chief
Niagara Fallsyl~',~l~, P.O. Box 1023
Canada ~~' Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
~TII~ web site: www.city, niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-7404
E-mail: pbu rke@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: FS-2004-16
Fire Station #1 Addition
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council award Proposal P32-2004 Architectural Services - Addition to Fire Station #1, 5809
Morrison Street- to Piralno & Raimondo Associate Architects Inc. of Niagara Falls, Ontario for the
tender amount of $47,500 including all disbursements, taxes extra.
BACKGROUND:
The proposal 6000 sf addition to station #1 will include a two storey building with a partial
basement, bunk room for 20 staff, washrooms, locker room, gym area and a SCBA room with
compressor.
The proposal for P32-2004 Architectural Services - Addition to Fire Station # 1 was issued with eight
(8) proposals received from local and out of town Architectural firms with the results as follows:
Piraino & Raimondo Associate Architects Inc. $47,500.00
Niagara Falls, ON
Venerino V.P. Panici Architect Inc. $51,120.00
St. Catharines, ON
Chapman Murray Associates Architects Inc. $54,000.00
Niagara Falls, ON
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Atkins Architects Inc. $57,600.00
Mississauga, ON
Macdonald Zuberec Ensslen Architects Inc. $64,000.00
St. Catharines, ON
Peter J. Lesdow Architect $68,000.00
Niagara Falls, ON
Bortolotto Design Architect Inc. $68,500.00
Toronto, ON
Karp Namisniak Yamamoto Architects Inc. $75,960.00
Burlington, ON
The project committee reviewed all submissions and selected Piraino & Raimondo Associate
Architects Inc. as the successful architectural firm.
Council's favourable consideration with the report recommendations would be appreciated.
d~: ~ Resl~ectfully submitted by:
x~/~John MacDonald
Assistant Fire Chief xl V ~ Chief Administrative Officer
mende
Patrick Burke
Fire Chief
CR:ls
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Community Services Department MW-2004.142
, .l, Municipal Works Ed Dujlovic
The City of ~'~'~lt 4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls ~11' P.O. Box 1023 Director
Canada ~~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
1~' web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: darrells@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2004-142 -
Revisions to the Road Occupancy Permit
Fee Schedule
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Road Occupancy Permit Fee Schedule be revised to include a yearly maintenance permit
at a cost of $300.
BACKGROUND:
In 2003 the City of Niagara Falls instituted a Road Occupancy Permit for private contractors doing
work within the City road allowance. For the most part this process has worked fine, However, an
issue with the sign companies has arisen. Often when there is a problem with a sign, sign companies
are under contractual obligation to respond within eight hours. This does not give them enough time
to apply for and City Staff to approve a Road Occupancy Permit.
In discussions with the various sign companies, Staff has agreed that a yearly permit for maintenance
of existing signs would be appropriate. Sign companies must still fax in a notice that they will be
doing maintenance, the location and the time of work. However, they will not be required to apply
for a separate permit. The yearly maintenance permit will apply to existing signs only. Installation
of new signs will still require a separate permit.
The existing permit process allows for the issuance of a yearly permit, but no fee has been set.
Therefore staff is recommending that the fee for a yearly Road Occupancy Permit for Sign
Maintenance be set at $300.
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Council's concurrence with this report is appreciated.
Prepared/Jy~: Respectfully Submitted by:
Darrell Smith, P.Eng. ~ John MacDonald
Manager of Engineering Services '~"" Chief Administrative Officer
Approved by:
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
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Community Services Department MW-2004.141
T~.~ ~r,,, ,,~ ~,~ Municipal Works Ed Dujlovic
"~ "-'"~' '-" ~'j~', 4310 Queen Street Director
Niagara Foils ~,~.. P.o. Box 1023
Canada '--' Niagara Falls. ON L2E 6X5
web sde: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: darrells@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2004-141 -
Appointment of a Consultant for the
Rail Grade Separation
Environmental Assessment
RECOMMI=NDATION:
That the City of Niagara Falls enter into a Consulting Services agreement with Matrix Innovations
Inc. for Railway Grade Separation Environmental Assessment for the upset limit of $92,580 plus
GST.
BACKGROUND:
During the public meetings for the Dorchester Road Environmental Assessment there was discussion
regarding a need for a rail grade separation. This issue was separated out of the Dorchester Road
Environmental Assessment and staff was directed to start another study.
Staffinvited four Consulting Firms to submit proposals to complete the work. The proposals were
evaluated based on Work Program, Project Team and Project Schedule. The forms and the results
of the evaluation are listed below.
1. Matrix Innovations Inc. 92
2. Delcan 81
3. Totten Sims Hubicki 76
4. Robert Martin Engineering 64
Based on the evaluation, staff are recommending that the City enter into a Consulting Services
agreement with Matrix Innovations Inc. Although Matrix is a new company, the Principals of the
firm have completed work for the City previously. Staff is confident that they will be able to
complete the project.
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The cost of $92,580 plus GST is within the approved budget of $130,000.
Council's concurrence with this report would be appreciated.
Pr~_ ,~_ Respectfully(f~, ~submitted:
Darrell SmitS, P.Eng. ~ John MacDonald
Manager of Engineering Services Chief Administrative Officer
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
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Community Services Department MW-2004-88
T ..... ~&., Municipal Works Ed Dujlovic
ne L. ii~/o! ~'~1~ , 4310 Queen Street Director
Niagara Falls JJ~,l~ P.o. Box 1023
Canada ~~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
~'T~ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: edujlovi@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2004-88
Quotation #21-04
Demolition - 5401 Ferry Street
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the second tender from Triple- M-Demolition for the tendered amount of
$26,482.00 be awarded and that the financing of this project from the Development Charges
Reserve Fund, be approved.
BACKGROUND:
The purchase of 5401 Ferry Street maybe approved by Council on May 17, 2004 with the City
taking possession of the property in the near future. The property is being purchased with the
intent to demolish the building to allow for road allowance. The demolition tender for 5401
Ferry Street quotation #21-04 closed on April 29, 2004.
Tender documents were picked up by five (5) Contractors and five (5) bids were received.
Listed below is a summary of the totaled tendered prices, excluding GST, received from the five
(5) Contractors:
1. 1477917 Ontario Ltd. (Niagara Falls) $ 22,470.00
2. Triple-M-Demolition. (Niagara Falls) $ 26,482.50
3. Nick Altieri Excavating Ltd. (Niagara Falls) $ 28,034.00
4. PRW Excavating Cont. Ltd. (Niagara Falls) $28,034.00
5. Cannington Excavating 1989 Ltd. (Gromley) $39,483.00
A mandatory site meeting was conducted on Wednesday, April 21, 2004 at 10:00 p.m. with five
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contractors in attendance. The contractors were asked to submit prices for the project. The
lowest quotation was received from 1477917 Ontario Limited in the amount of $22,470.00
inclusive GST however the lowest bidder could not provide the City with all the required
insurance and demolition documentation prior to awarding this tender. Therefore, staff is
recommending that the project be awarded to Triple-M-Demolition of Canfield, Ontario.
This Contractor has previously performed similar types of various projects within the City. We
are therefore, of the opinion, that this Contractor is capable of successfully undertaking this
project.
Financing:
Project Costs:
- Awarded Contract $ 24,750.00
- Net G.S.T (7%) $ 1,732.50
TOTAL $ 26,482.00
Council's concurrence with the recommendation made would be appreciated.
Prepared by: Respectfully submitted:
Domenic Minervini x--~ John MacDonald
Supervisor Building & Maintenance ~ ~ Chief Administrative Officer
Municipal Works Division
Ed Du. jlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
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Community Services Department MW-2004-143
Municipal Works Ed Dujlovic, P. Eng.
4310 Queen Street Director
The Cily of P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Niagara Falls web site:www,city.niagarafalls,on,ca
Canada
Tel: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: munwks@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci,
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members: Re: MW-2004-143
Tender #22-2004
Tires, Tubes & Repair Service
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the tender for Tires, Tubes & Repair Service be awarded to the low bidder as
follows:
1) Niagara Battery & Tire, Niagara Falls, Ontario for the tendered price of $76,854.04.
BACKGROUND
Tenders for Tires, Tubes & Repair Service were opened by the Tender Opening Committee on Thursday,
August 26, 2004 with the City Clerk in attendance. A summary of the bidders and their tendered prices is
attached.
The lowest bid was received from Niagara Battery & Tire for $76,854.04. The only other bid received was
from Erms Battery & Tire in the amount of $78,341.75. Staff, therefore, recommends the acceptance o f the
Niagara Battery & Tire tender.
Council's approval of this report would be appreciated.
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Respectfully Submitted by:
John Morocco .~(jx( John MacDonald,
g°t Operations Superintendent Chief Administrative Officer
Recommended by:
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
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attach.
Tender#22-2004
Tender Summary
Supply of Tires, Tubes & Repair Service
Total for Total
Company Total for Tires Total for Tubes Repair Service Tendered Price
Bertie Tire Centre Ltd.
2776 Stevensville Road NO BID NO BID I NO BID NO BID
Stevensville, ON LOS 1SO
Demol's Tire Service
5844 Temperance Avenue NO BID NO BID I NO BID NO BID
Niagara Faits, ON L2G 4B1
I
Enns Battery & Tire (1993) Ltd. Yr 1 $33,308.16 Yr 1 $440.00 I Yr 1 $4,725.00 Yr 1 $38,473.16
2207 Creek Road Yr 2 $34,516.23 Yr 2 $455.99 I Yr 2 $4,896.37 Yr 2 $39,868.59
N-O-T-L, ON LOS 1J0 $67,824.39 $895.99 I$9,621.37 $78,341.75
I
Goodyear Auto Service Centre
6746 Morrison Street NO BID NO BID / NO BID NO BID
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6Z8
Lou's Tire Service
51907 Regional Road 24 NO BID NO BID ~ NO BID NO BID
Wainfleet, ON LOS 1V0
Murdoch's Tire & Automotive
285 Killaly Street West NO BID NOBID I NOBID NO BID
Port Colborne, ON L3K 3M5
Niagara Battery & Tire ~
5559 George Street
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 7K~
Community Services Department MW-2004-144
Municipal Works Ed Dujlovic, P. Eng.
~¢~ 4310 Queen Street Director
The
City
of
NiagaraFo,s jl . P.o. Box 023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Canod~ ~~ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
~ J -- Tel: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (995) 356-2354
E-maih munwks@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members: RE: M?W-2004-144
Tender #23-2004
New Equipment Purchase
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that Tenders for the purchase of New Equipment be awarded to the following
bidders:
1) David Chev-Olds, Welland, Ontario for Section t - one (1) Rear Wheel Drive Mini-Van in the
amount of $26,447.70;
2) Section 2 - one (1) 10,000 lb. G.V.W. Single Axle Regular Cab with Contractors Box &
Hoist in the amount of $51,016.30; and
3) Section 4 - 10,000 G.V.W. Single Axle Crew Cabs with Contractors Box and Hoist in
the amount orS112,212.40; and
4) Performance Chrysler, St. Catharines, Ontario for Section 5 - three (3) Gasoline Fueled Pickup
Tracks in the amount of $71,732.40.
BACKGROUND
Tenders for New Equipment were opened by the Tender Opening Committee on Thursday, August 26,
2004 with the City Clerk in attendance.
Staff recommends that the tenders for Sections 1, 2, 4 and 5 be awarded to the low bidders as listed
on the attached Tender Summary. All successful bidders and their vehicles meet specifications as
outlined in tender documents.
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MW-2004.144 - 2 - September 8, 2004
Section 3 for the purchase of two (2) Sander/Dump/Plow/Wings wilt be brought to Council at a later
date pending specification verification.
Sufficient funds are available in the 2004 budget to cover the purchase of new equipment.
Council's approval of the recommendation and information contained in this report would be
appreciated.
Prepared by: Respectfully submitted by:
John Morocco ~John MacDonald
Operations Superintendent '~ - Chief Administrative Officer
Recommended by:
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
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TENDER #23-2004 - NEW EQUIPMENT PURCHASE
TENDER SUMMARY
Total Price including All Taxes
SECTION 1 SECTION 2 SECTION 4 SECTION $
One (1) Only One (1) Only I Two (2) only Three (3) Only
Rear Wheel Drive 10,000 lb. GVXV Single I 10,000 GVW Single Axle Gasoline Fuelled
Company Mini-Van Axle with Dual Wheels, with Dual Wheels, Crew Pickup Trucks
Regular Cab, Contractors I Cab, Contractors Dump
Dump Box & Hoist I Box & Hoist
I
Autoland Chrysler
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 1S7 NO BID NO BID / NO BID $73,312.50
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Brock Ford Motors
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6C7 NO BID $55,290.85 I $119,993.30 $74,747.70
David Chcv-Olds 1
Welland, ON L3C 1M4 $73,664.40
Day Ford Lincoln
St. Cathahnes, ON L2P 1G2 NO BID $55,417.35 $119,807.00 $72,246.45
Ed Learn Ford Sales Ltd.
St. Catharines, ON L2R 7P7 NO BID $55 776.15 $119,163.00 $72,474.15
,
Falls Chev Olds
Niagara Falls, ON L2J IA2 $27,144.60 NOBID f NO BID $76,489.95
Performance Chrysler
St. Catharines, ON L2R 7A7 NO BID $52,728.65 I $112,449.30
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Weiland Ford
Kitchener, ON N2G 4Gl NO BID $55,976.25 I $120,809.80 $72,042.90
Corporate Services Department PD-2004-86
· ~1~1~, Planning & Development
The Oty ot
Doug
Darbyson
NiQ (:Ir(:] FQIIS~ 4310 Queen Street
g ~lJ~,~llr P.O. BOX 1023 Director
,~1~~' "~ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-maih planning@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PD-2004-86, Matters Arising
Municipal Heritage Committee Meeting
3174 St. Patrick Avenue
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that Council approve in principle a grant for the restoration of the stone
foundation at 3174 St. Patrick Avenue having an estimated value of $1,558.00.
BACKGROUND:
The Municipal Heritage Committee (MHC) at its July 28, 2004 meeting reviewed an application
for a Designated Property Grant for the Russell Cottage, 3174 St. Patrick Avenue. The owner of
the property, Mr. Frank Long, submitted an application to restore the masonry on the north cellar
wall of the house. Russell Cottage is designated because of its historic and architectural
significance. The application was accompanied by a comprehensive estimate from Jon Jouppien
on the nature of the restoration. The proposed work was found to meet the requirements of the
program guidelines as soft lime mortars are to be used, repointed areas will use native sand to
ensure colour match and defective mortars will be removed using hand tools. The restoration is
estimated to cost $2,185 plus tax. The owner is eligible for a grant of $1,558. The Committee
adopted the following motion:
"THAT the Committee supports the grant application for 3174 St. Patrick Avenue
to a maximum of $1,558 for the restoration of masonry on the north cellar wall.
It was noted that a further grant application may be considered once the excavation
below grade takes place if it is determined that further funding is required to
complete the project."
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September 20, 2004 - 2 - PD-2004-86
The Municipal Heritage Committee is looking for Council's concurrence on this item.
Prepared by: Respectfully submitted:
Alex Herlovitch ~.~John MacDonald
Deputy Director of Planning & Development Chief Administrative Officer
Recommended by:
Doug Darbyson
Director of Planning & Development
Approved by:
Executive Director of Corporate Services
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Corporate Services Department PD-2004-87
· il. Planning & Development Doug Darbyson
The C~ty of fj'~ 4310 Queen Street Director
Niog(3rcl FclIIslI~ti' P,O. Box 1023
onodo Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
~J~ web site:www.city,niagarafalls.on.caC -'~J
Tel,: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: planning@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PD-2004-87, A Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe
Discussion Paper - "Places to Grow: Better Choices. Brighter Future"
- Ministry of Public Infrastructure Renewal
R£COMM£NDATION:
It is recommended that this report be received for information purposes.
BACKGROUND:
In 2003, the Government o fOntario established a new Provincial Ministry to address Ontario's aging
and failing infrastructure. The mandate of the Ministry of Public Infrastructure Renewal is to
manage infrastructure planning and achieve the maximum leverage for taxpayer dollars in the key
areas of education, health, transportation, housing and the environment.
In the summer of 2004, this Ministry released a Discussion Paper on 'A Growth Plan for the Greater
Golden Horseshoe- Places to Grow. Better Choices. Brighter Future'. According to the Discussion
Paper, the Growth Plan will propose a strategy to regenerate the Greater Golden Horseshoe
communities through creative solutions in three areas:
· where and how we should grow
· what critical infrastructure we need to support that
growth
· what are the most valuable things we need to protect.
The Greater Golden Horseshoe Area (GGHA) extends from
Niagara and Haldimand to the south to Peterborough in the
north as shown on the map to the right.
The Province has provided the opportunity to submit comments
on the Discussion Paper before September 24, 2004.
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Purpose
The purpose of this report is to provide Council with a brief outline of the objectives and strategies
in the Growth Plan Discussion Paper and discuss their relevance in planning for the City of Niagara
Falls.
Growth Plan Outline
· The Greater Golden Horseshoe Area is expected to grow by almost four million people and
two million jobs between 2001- 2031. Without a plan this growth would consume
agricultural land, worsen traffic gridlock, make affordable housing difficult to find and have
adverse impacts on our environment.
· The Growth Plan will provide a provincial strategy for managing growth by identifying
priority urban centres, strengthening the transportation linkages among them and encouraging
more compact development.
Priority urban centres are areas that function as transportation and employment hubs
and have high residential densities such as Downtown Toronto, Oakville &
Hamilton. These areas will be the key focus of transit and other infrastructure
investment by the Province.
· Growth areas are those locations where pressures currently exist for urban
expansions. These areas will receive the most attention for expansions to urban
boundaries within the next five years. They include the GTA, Hamilton, Barrie,
Kitchener-Waterloo and the Niagara Falls-Fort Erie corridor.
· The tools that will be used to support the strategy include:
strategic investment in infrastructure that supports the growth plan pr/or/ties.
Investments in the transportation of people and goods as well as investment in the
provision of water and wastewater infi'astructure will shape the future growth patterns
in the GGHA.;
· legislative and regulatory planning frameworks for co-operation between the
Province and its partners. This includes the Provincial Policy Statement, Official
Plans and Zoning By-laws;
new regulatory and fiscal tools to assist municipalities in attracting and locating
growth strategically and to protect what is valuable to us. Examples would be
through development charges or a land transfer tax.
The Growth Plan is one ora suite of government initiatives under development that would
integrate with each other to address:
Clean Water, Clean Air & Greenspace Protection (The Greenbelt Task Force, Watershed
Based Source Water Protection Planning Initiative, and Planning Reform)
Planning Reform (Bill 26, Draft Provincial Policy Statements)
Transportation (The Growth Plan)
Infrastructure Planning (The Growth Plan)
Strong Rural Communities (The Strong Rural Communities Plan)
September 20, 2004 - 3 - PD-2004-87
The Growth Plan and Niagara Falls
The main focus for infrastructure investment in the Discussion Paper centres around those areas
which are experiencing the highest growth pressures. Niagara Falls is not experiencing the highest
level of growth but has been identified as a growth area for the future based on its location along the
international border and the movement to protect the unique agricultural lands north o£the Niagara
Escarpment.
Where to Grow
Niagara Falls, along with St. Catharines and Fort Erie, is identified as an 'Emerging' Urban Centre
(see Appendix 1). An emerging urban centre does not have the same level of employment,
transportation or commercial status as the 'priority' urban centres referred to above and will
therefore not receive the same initial attention for the investment of infrastructure. However, the
Growth Plan envisions that the emerging centres like Niagara Falls will evolve into 'priority' centres
as the growth plan is implemented and investments are made to attract development.
The Discussion Paper notes that because growth pressures differ around the GGHA, expansions to
the urban boundary may be needed in some areas to accommodate the projected growth for the
overall region. The Niagara Falls-Fort Erie area has been identified as a future growth area (see
Appendix 2). An objective of the Growth Plan is to examine whether encouraging development in
this area can help relieve pressure on the tender fruit and grape lands along the south shore of Lake
Ontario. This objective is in line with the vision of the Regional Niagara Policy Plan and The
Greenbelt Act.
According to the Discussion paper, urban area boundary expansions over the next five years will
only be considered in the future growth areas (which includes Niagara Falls), however, these
expansions will need to meet a very rigorous justification process based on a long list of factors such
as the existing housing supply, the ratio of employment to residential growth, and the completion
of a Regional Growth Plan. (The Discussion Paper states that the Region would be responsible for
preparing a growth plan in compliance with the Provincial Plan to support growth, preserve natural
heritage systems, and provide direction to municipal official plans and capital budgets.)
The Region and Niagara Falls have initiated several projects that support the principles of the
Growth Plan including the intensification of urban areas through the Smart Growth Initiative, the
Downtown Community Improvement Project and the City-wide Brownfield redevelopment project.
These projects would be part of the requirements of the Growth Plan.
Infrastructure to Support Growth
The Discussion Paper identifies two major considerations for traffic infrastructure decisions: the
moving ofpeople and the moving ofgoods. In addressing the movement ofpeople, the Growth Plan
will be focusing on improving urban transit, interregional transit and hig~away functions, primarily
in the Hamilton-Toronto-Oshawa area. Niagara Falls is seen as a 'Proposed Future Inter-regional
Transit Link' between St. Catharines and Fort Erie (see Appendix 3). In terms of phasing, this link
would be implemented subsequent to the 'Future Inter-Regional Transit Link' between Hamilton and
St. Catharines.
September 20, 2004 - 4 - PD-2004-87
The intemational border crossings in Niagara are recognized for their importance in the movement
of goods and as an economic corridor. The Discussion Paper identifies the need for the Growth Plan
to provide a framework to improve the efficiency in rail and track facilities and the management of
traffic at border crossings.
Implementation
The implementation of the Growth Plan will involve all levels of government. At the local level,
changes to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law may be required because of changes in Provincial
legislation (Planning Act Reform, The Greenbelt Act, Draft Provincial Policy Statements - all
discussed in previous reports). Possible implementation tools such as the collection of development
charges or land transfer taxes may be administered at the local level.
The Provincial Growth Plan compliments work on other Provincial initiatives, being Planning
Reform and the development of a Niagara Horseshoe Greenbelt. The Province is moving toward
the development of a Greenbelt to protect important agricultural and natural heritage resoumes. For
Niagara Falls, the Greenbelt area consists of the Niagara Escarpment Plan area. Recommendations
are for the Niagara Escarpment Plan to continue to be the implementing tool for development in the
Escarpment Plan area and the Escarpment Commission is requesting stronger policies to prevent
piecemeal urbanization within the Greenbelt area.
CONCLUSION:
Overall, the Discussion Paper identifies the City of Niagara Falls as a future growth area. Provincial
investment in infrastructure is envisioned for the area on a phased basis with an emphasis on
improving existing infrastructure in priority areas first. Although extensive, the Discussion Paper
provides only an outline of the intent of the Growth Plan. As such, detailed comments on the
Growth Management Plan can be provided with a review of the Draft Growth Plan itself.
Prepared by: Respe~j~itted:
Planner2 erardi & ~°hih~eflV~nl~ns~lrdative Officer
Recommended by:
Doug Darbyson
Director of Planning & Development
Approved by:
Executive Director of Corporate Services
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APPENDIX 1
PLACES TO GROW
Better choices. Bdghter Future.
A GROWTH PLAN
for the Greater Golden Horseshoe
Discussion Paper, Summer 2004
t
Mal~ 3: Priority and Emerging Urban Centres
APPENDIX 2
PLACES TO GROW
Better choices. 8dghter Future.
A GROWTH PLAN
for the Greater Golden Horseshoe
Discussion Paper, Summer 2004
Map 4: Future Growth Areas - Conceptual
· APPENDIX 3
PLACES TO GROW
Better choices. Bdghter Future.
A GROWTH PLAN
for the Greater Golden Horseshoe
Discussion Paper, Summer 2004
Map 5: Moving People: Future Transit Systems
Corporate Services Department CD-2004-20
The City of J JJ4 Clark's Division Dean Iorfida
City Clerk
NIQgara Fallsll~l~._~310 Queen Street
-- -- f~,-P.O. Box 1023
~'"cIn~~iagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
~-J~ web site: www city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-7404
E-rnail: diorfida~¢ity.niagarafalls.on,ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: CD-2004-20
Special Occasion Permit
Summer Trillium Awards
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council indicate it has no objection to thc issuance of a Special Occasion Permit to the
organization listed in this report.
BACKGROUND:
An application in the required form has been submitted by the following organization and has
been reviewed and approved by the Building & By-law Services, Parks Recreation & Culture,
and Fire Services, and Council concurrence with the. recommendation is requested.
ORGANIZATION/EVENT DATE LOCATION
Summer Trillium Awards September 28, 2004 Niagara Falls Library
iee~O~orfid~mended by:-< RespectfullY submitted:
City Clerk \ ~ Chief Administrative Officer
Executive Director of Corporate Services
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Community Services Department R-2004-61
' ~ Parks, Recreation & Culture
The C ty of Adale Kon
. $ ~l~lf 4310 Queen Street Director
N~agarc~ Fall P.O. Box I023
Can~~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
~"~ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-7404
E-maih a kon@city.niagarafalts.on.ca
September 20, 2004
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: R-2004-61 - Niagara Falls Centennial Book
RECOMMENDATION:
That the proposal from Maracle Press Ltd. for the printing of 3000 copies of the Niagara Falls
Centennial History Book in the amount of $52;450:33-including taxes-be approved. ....
BACKGROUND:
The Centennial Book (Images ora Century: City of Niagara Falls, Canada, 1904-2004) is one of the
City's Centennial projects. The Heritage Week Committee has prepared the content of this 368 page
book and it is now ready for printing. Council approved funding in the amount of $50,000 toward
this project and the Committee has raised an additional $81,450. Sufficient funds are available to
cover the cost of printing.
The following bids including taxes were received:
Maraele Press Ltd. $52,450.33
Oshawa
University of Toronto Press $65,949.77
Printing Division
North York
Warren's Imaging and Dryography $87,730.37
Toronto
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Peninsula Press $98,965.48
St. Catharines
Battlefield Graphics Inc. $112,719.15
Burlington
The Heritage Week Committee is requesting Council's support of this project.
Recommended by: Respectfully submitted:
Adele Kon ~4t~,~ John
MacDonald
Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture ~ - Chief Administrative Officer
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The City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Council Chambers
No. September 20, 2004
Moved by Alderman
Seconded by Alderman
WHEREAS residents and property owners in the vicinity of Kalar Road and Montrose Road have
recorded concerns with respect to their drinking water and sewage handling systems; and
WHEREAS a class environmental assessment was released by R.V. Anderson Associates Limited
in March 2003; and
WHEREAS the class environmental assessment recommended that the construction o£a communal
sanitary sewer collection system and pumping station; and
WHEREAS this project was put forward and accepted for funding under the Millennium Partnership
Initiative Program (formerly SuperBuild); and
WHEREAS the Regional Municipality is requesting that the City enter into an execute an agreement
related to this project by way of resolution.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls agrees to
enter into an agreement with the Regional Municipality of Niagara for the Northwest Sector
Servicing Extension Project.
AND The Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
DEAN IORFIDA R.T. (TED) SALCI
CITY CLERK MAYOR
The City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Council Chambers
No. September 20, 2004
Moved by Alderman
Seconded by Alderman
WHEREAS historically there has been flooding incidents in the Stanley Avenue/Ferry Street
district; and
WHEREAS a class environmental assessment was released by Philips Engineering in September
2000; and
WHEREAS the class environmental assessment recommended that the flooding could be alleviated
by the construction of a trunk storm sewer on Stanley Avenue to an existing Hydro drop shaft on
Valley Way; and
WHEREAS this remedial project was put forward and accepted for funding under the Millennium
Partnership Initiative Program (formerly SuperBuild); and
WHEREAS the Regional Municipality is requesting that the City enter into an execute an agreement
related to this project by way of resolution.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls agrees to
enter into an agreement with the Regional Municipality of Niagara for the Stanley Avenue Storm
Sewer and Drop Shaft Connection Project.
AND The Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
DEAN IORFIDA R.T. (TED) SALCI
CITY CLERK MAYOR