2004/10/04 FOURTEENTH MEETING
Monday, October 4, 2004
From 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
City Hall, Committee Room #2A & B
Approval of the 2004-09-20 Community Services Minutes.
2) REPORTS: STAFF CONTACT:
a) MW-2004-136 - McLeod Road Drainage Project
Fafard/Diamond Peat Moss Property Ed Dujlovic
b) MW-2004-147 - Culp Street & Corwin Avenue
Sidewalk Construction Ed Dujlovic
c) MW-2004-150 - Baldwin Avenue Parking Review Ed Dujlovic
d) MW-2004-148 - Ripley's 'Believe It or Not' Museum
5709 Victoria Avenue
Parking Demand Analysis Results Ed Duj lovic
3) COMMUNICATION ITEM:
a) Memo to Council Service Delivery Review John MacDonald
4) NEW BUSINESS
5) ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING
Monday, September 20, 2004, City Hall, Room 2 at 4:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Chairperson Alderman Selina Volpatti, Mayor Ted Salci, Alderman Wayne
Campbell, Alderman Jim Diodati, Alderman Vince Kerdo, Alderman Victor
Pietrangelo, Alderman Joyce Morocco.
REGRETS: Alderman Janice Wing, Alderman Ioannoni, Pat Burke
STAFF: John MacDonald, Tony Ravenda, Ed Dujlovic, C. Ruddell, Ray Kallio Adele
Kon, Ken Burden, Dean Iorfida, Marzenna Carrick, John Castrilli, Tom
Mussari, Serge Felicetti, Marianne Tikky- Steno.
PRESS: Corey Larocque, Niagara Falls Review
GUESTS: Frank Herman - 6312 Murray Street, John & Maria Mignelli - 6299 Murray
Street, Mr. & Mrs. Basile - 6382 Drummond Road, Jim Hess & Ron Lefebvre of Micron
Home Improvements, Kathleen Powell - Niagara Falls Museum, John Burmiak - Niagara
Falls Museum, Carmen Garofalo - 6165 Barker Street, Diane Shelton - 6513 Monroe
Street, Ray Brilla - 8182 Aintree Drive, Mr. & Mrs. Sunstrum - 6162 Murray Street,
Donna & Wilson Graham - 6389 Edward Avenue, Anita Besta - 6344 Drummond Road.
MINUTES
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Kerrio and seconded by Mayor Salci, that the
minutes of the August 16, 2004 meeting be approved.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
DEPUTATIONS
a) Mr. Gino Capitano gave a brief deputation to Committee outlining his concerns with the
Dorchester Road Environmental Assessment.
Following a brief question and answer period the following motion was made;
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Campbell and seconded by Alderman Diodati that
the'city proceed with the Environmental Assessment and that staffprovide support to Mr.
Capitano regarding his concerns.
Motion: Carried
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Opposed: Alderman Pietrangelo, Alderman Morocco & Alderman Kerrio
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
b) Mr. Carmen Garofalo of Spicoli's Pizza & Caf6 advised Council that he wished to extend
the lease on the portion of his patio that extends onto City property. Mr. Garofalo further
noted that the terms of the lease could be month to month and he is prepared (within 48
hours to remove the said portion of patio at the City's request.
Mr. Frank Herman spoke on behalf of the area residents citing their past experiences with
the previous tenants and as a neighbourhood they do not wish a repeat performance. The
residents present also noted inadequate parking available at this location and the noise
and traffic created by the previous tenants. The residents are therefore against the
extension of the lease and would like that portion which extends onto City property
removed.
Following a question and answer period the following motion was made;
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Kerrio and seconded by Alderman Diodati that
Spicoli's Pizza & Caf6's lease be extended on a month to month basis with 48 hour cancellation
and that permit parking be established in the area.
Motion: Carded
Opposed: Alderman Morocco
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
c) The Director of Municipal Works summarized report MW-2004-149 advising Council
and residents present as to what actions have taken place to date.
The City Solicitor advised Council and residents that all claims must be in writing to the
Legal Office, if the homeowner has already contacted their insurance company the Legal
Office will deal with the insurance company only. The City Adjustor, Crawford
Adjusters will investigate each claim to determine if the City was negligent.
Mr. Victor Matwijow of 4210 Brookdale Drive addressed Council advising that the
Brookdale Coalition wishes to work with the City in an effort to expedite and correct the
infrastructure issue.
Following a question and answer period the following motion was made;
It was ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Salci and seconded by Alderman Morocco that the
Director of Municipal Works report back, as soon as possible, with Regional information and a
recommended strategy.
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Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
d) BDD-2004-01 - Micron Sign - Stanley Avenue Business Park Directory Sign
Mr. Jim Hess of Micron Installation Limited provided Council with a brief overview of
events leading up to tonight's meeting.
Following a brief discussion the following motion was made;
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Kerrio and seconded by Alderman Pietrangelo that
1) That Micron submit in writing an application for a sign permit which would allow their
business sign to be affixed to the City's Stanley Avenue Business Park Directory Sign at
the comer of Progress Street and Stanley Avenue, and
2) That Micron's request be forwarded to the Stanley Avenue Business Park Association for
consideration and comment at its next meeting, scheduled to be held on September 29,
2004.
Motion: Carded
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
REPORTS
a) BBS-2004-06 - 6513 Monroe Street - Diane Shelton
Ms. Shelton advised Council that she received only one notice on April 13, 2004 and the
City returned on April 15, 2004 and removed the waste from the front of her home resulting in a
large bill for the clean up. Ms. Shelton does not agree that she should have to pay the full
amount as she was not given adequate time to remove the waste. The Director of Building & By-
law Services advised Council that two notices were sent by registered mail as confirmed by
Canada Post. The notices were given approximately two weeks apart. Ms. Shelton further
commented that she had contacted the Region to have the debris cleared and was waiting for
Modem Waste to collect it. The Director of Municipal Works advised Council that the Region
does not nor have they ever collected construction waste.
Following a brief discussion the following motion was made;
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Pietrangelo and seconded by Alderman Campbell
that the report be received and filed.
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Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
b) MW-2004-134 - Kitchener Street at Victoria Avenue Traffic Operations Review
It was ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Salci and seconded by Alderman Morocco that this
report be received for the information of Council.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
c) MW-2004-135 - Costabile Drive at Francesco Avenue Intersection Control Review
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Kerrio and seconded by Alderman Morocco that a
stop sign be installed facing northbound motorists on Francesco Avenue at the intersection of
Francesco Avenue and Costabile Drive.
Motion: Carded
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
d) MW-2004-136 - McLeod Road Drainage Project - Fafard/Diamond Peat Moss Property
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Campbell and seconded by Alderman Kerrio that
his matter be deferred to the October 18, 2004 Community Services Committee.
Motion: Carded
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
e) MW-2004-137 - Proposed Development Agreement (Victor Elms) Reconstruction of Part
of Leader Lane
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Pietrangelo and seconded by Mayor Salci that
staff be authorized to enter into a development agreement for the reconstruction of a portion of
Leader Lane to provide access to a new nine-unit apartment building proposed on the lands
situated at the north limit of Stanton Avenue.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
f) R-2004-56 - Community Centre Operations and Services Committee
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Kerdo and seconded by Alderman Morocco that
Alderman Pietrangelo be appointed as chair of the Community Centre Operations and Services
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Committee.
Motion: Carded
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Morocco and seconded by Alderman Pietrangelo
that the balance of report R-2004-56 be deferred.
Motion: Carded
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
g) R-2004-57 - Tree By-law Affecting Municipal Lands
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Morocco and seconded by Alderman Diodati that
the Tree By-law dealing with trees on municipal property and that an education program be
launched to raise awareness of the by-law.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
h) R-2004-58 - Status of the 2004 Beautification Projects
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Diodati and seconded by Mayor Salci that this
report be received and filed.
Motion: Carded
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
1) R-2004-60 - Patrick Cummings Memorial Sports Complex Completion of the Phase 1
Slo-Pitch Diamonds
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Pietrangleo and seconded by Alderman Morocco
that approval in the additional amount of $100,000, be authorized in order to complete Phase 1
additional slo-pitch diamonds at the Patrick Cummings Memorial Sports Complex in the fall of
2004.
Motion: Carded
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2004-09-20.
j) R-2004-52 - Annoury
It was ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Kerrio and seconded by Alderman Morocco that
an ad hoc committee consisting of Alderman Kerrio, Alderman Wing and Alderman Diodati be
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established to review and recommend the future use of the Armoury Building.
Motion: Carried
Conflict: Alderman Campbell
Action: Recommendation submitted to Cotmcil 2004-09-20
It was ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Salci and seconded by Alderman Morocco that the
Niagara Museum Board be included in the ad hoc committee
NEW BUSINESS
a) Alderman Diodati requested that staff investigate further, waiving the COA application
fees for Mr. Charles Figureo.
b) Alderman Volpatti requested that staff investigate and enforce the Noise by-law
following a complaint from residents in the King Road area over a barking dog.
ADJOURNMENT
It was ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Salci and seconded by Alderman Diodati, that the
regular meeting of the Community Services Committee be adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
Community Services Department MW-2004-~36
The Cl~v of ~¢~.~ Municipal Works Ed Dujlovlc
-- I'~,,~r 4310 Queen Street
Director
Niagara Falls v ~no'~
~1~1¢"~ web'~"~'~1"'~ site: www.city.niagamfalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: edujlovl@clty, nlagarafalls.on.ca
October 4, 2004
Alderman Selina Volpatti, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members: Re: MW-2004-136
McLeod Road Drainage Project
Fafard/Dinmond Peat Moss Property
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that 'the preferred solution be determined for the entire drainage area under the
authority of the Drainage Act. **THAT THE WATER BE DIRECTED TO THE WEST THIS FALL
AND THAT A PREFERRED SOLUTION FOR THE MCLEOD ROAD
BACKGROUND: DRAINAGE PROJECT BE DETERMINED FOR THE ENTIRE
DRAINAGE AREA.**
At its meeting on November 25,2002 City Council considered the information set out in report MW-
2002-155 which explained the issues surrounding recent flooding on private properties on the south
side of McLeod Road. In particular, the property owned by Ms. Gert Boulette and Ms. Kathy
Vormittag at 9906 McLeod Road has experienced flooding both before and after the recent
expansion to the peat moss storage~tmcking operation located immediately to the west. Staffwas
directed by Co¢ncil to investigate possible solutions to the problem and take appropriate action.
After a number of delays and attempts by Municipal Works staffat cost effective interim drainage
solutions, the affected property owners have concluded that the only way to minimize potential daks
of flooding on their properties is to construct a new cross culvert and bypass ditch along the west
property line of the peat moss operation (see attached plan).
This alternative would redirect the mnoffcoming fxom McLeod road allowance around the site and
discharge the flows into an existing pond situated downstream at the south end of the peat moss
property. In staffs ongoing discussions to assist the affected property owners staffhas included
provisions in this project to place the excavated material fi.om the bypass ditch in the temporary
swale and relief pond that is situated on the Boulette/Vormittag property. In addition some regrading
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of the roadside ditches will be required to redirect the flows to the new outlet.
The cost to complete this work is estimated at $15,000 and although this expenditure was not
accommodated in this year's Capital Budget the expense can be funded from unspent funds available
in the Rural Drainage Projects Account 12-3-310000-030000 R2.
All necessary approvals from the affected property owners and the Niagara Peninsula Conservation
Authority have now been received and subject to Council's approval, construction could be
completed this Fall, weather permitting.
Typically, it is not the City's policy to enter onto private lands to remedy drainage problems unless
it has initiated a petition under Section 4 of the Drainage Act, R.S.O. 1990.
More importantly, this localized drainage work may not completely resolve the flooding problems
during major storm events. The downstream conveyance system has not been analyzed to any great
extent and staff is concemed a localized approach may be passing the problem onto downstream
property owners including road crossings on City roads.
Staff is therefore recommending that the preferred solution be determined for the entire drainage area
preferably under the authority of the Drainage Act. This approach would be consistent with that
taken for the Union Marsh Drain and Tee Creek watersheds and allows the City to allocate the costs
of the works to the benefitting property owners. Given the persistent wet weather conditions
experienced over the past twelve months, not to mention the recent storm events, staff is now
convinced that localized "quick fix" solutions will be ineffective in the long term.
The Council's direction in this regard is appreciated.
Prepared~lY: /r~espectfully submitted:
GeoffHolman
Manager of Development ....
Approved by:
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
Attach:
S:LREPORTS~2004 ReportsXlVlW-2004-136 - McLeod Rd. Drainage Improvement Project.wpd
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McLeod Road Drainage Outlet Improvements
Future Road Culvert
Future Ditch Outlet (Open Ditch)
Community Services Department MW-2002-155
The City of Municipal Works Ed Dujlovic
NiogOro Falls 4310 Queen Street Director
P.O. Box 1023
CcIr~Odo Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
web site: www.city, niagarafails,on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-maih edujlovi@city,niagarafalls.on.ca
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Aldegaian VictorPictrangelo, Chairperson I containedadopted iff committee alldin th~s ireport were I
and Members of the Community Services Committee I ratffi~l b¥Clt~ Oou.¢ll I
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Memlxas:
Re: MW-2002-155 - 9906 MeLeod Road Drainage Concerns
RBCOI~MENDATION:
That this report be received and filed.
BACKGROUND:
As a result of the recent email sent to the Mayor and members o f Council ~om Ms. Boulette and Ms.
K. Vormlttag regarding drainage concerns at their property, the following report has been prepared
for Committee's information.
In November 2002, Dannico Limited made an application for a severance to the Committee-of-
Adjustments, to sever a property adjacent to 9906 McLeod Road. As a result of the sevemce
application Ms. Boulette and Ms. Vormittag submitted a letter outlining concerns that they had with
respect to the severance. The concerns were in regards to the water traversing their property and the
blocking of the natural water way by their neighbour to the west, Diamond Peat Moss. (Attached).
As a result of the concerns raised the application was deferred pending the proponent providing a
grading and drainage plan to address the concerns raised.
A plan was submitted in March 2001, which was reviewed by staff and an invitation was extended
to Ms. Boulette and Ms. Vormittag to review the plans prior to the matter returning to the April 10,
2001 Committee-of-Adjustment meeting. The proposed grading plans provided an outlet to address
the concerns raised. Accordingly, the Committee-of-Adjustment approved the consent application.
The actual ditching works were just recently completed in July of this year.
In regard to the concerns regarding the road cross culvert and the water being directed to Ms.
Boulette and Ms. Vormittag's property, staff has determined by reviewing the contour mapping for
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that property that it is the natural low point for the area. Accordingly, this culvert was installed, to
allow water from the no~h side of McLeod Road to proceed in a southerly direction. Although staff
does not have any records as to when this culvert was initially installed it is staffs opinion that when
the road was constructed this cross culvert was put in place in order to provide proper drainage for
the lands to the north.
In S~tember 2002, a site meeting was held with Ms. Boulette and Ms. Vormittag with City staff
which included, Ed Dujlovic, Rick Volpini and Alderman Pictrangclo to discuss various options to
deal with the continuing drainage concerns that the property owners were experiencing. One of the
options suggested by the property owner was to regrade the ditch along McLeod Road to direct the
water easterly to another drainage course that was traversing private property. It was determined that
there wasn't significant grade to carry out this suggestion. Further discussion took place as to
whether the City would enter onto private property to improve the drainage at which time it was
indicatad that this was done only through the Drainage Act. Based on the fact that proceading
through the Drainage Act the administration charges would be far more than the estimated $4,000
to complete the work a commitment was made by staff to proceed with ditching work on the
property to relieve the drainage concerns and provide a proper outlet for the road drainage and the
land~ to the north.
Unfortunately, due to a number of issues which included timing and budget constraints the City was
unable to carry out the works this Fall. Staffis committed to carry out this work as early as possible
in the Spring of 2003 when conditions permit. Staffhas recently contaetad the owners on this matter
and they appear to be satisfied.
Committee's concurrence with the above recommendation would be appreciated.
Approved by: Respectfully submitted:
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works Chief Administrative Officer
Attach.
The City Of Niagara Falls
4310 Quee~s St
Niagara Falls, Ont
Committee of Adjustment
plenn~g & Oeve~pment Oepatmeat
B44/2(XX~NF
Appllcan{: Dannico Umited
I would like to project my concerns concerning the proposed severance of this propa'tY. I strongly
Believe thai we will have more problem with the water flow and our properties will become a huge
lake. We already being ltseded with water caused by the ROAD CULVERT which gathered the water
from the sun-ounded farms in our ama and runs threw ou' property. This flow of water then feeds the
Pond and the overflow cor~nues to the rear which at one time was pad of a natural waterway but
DIAMOND PEAT MOSS broke the continuance by elevating the rear and the side pair of the properly
which adjuncts to ours. We have lost numerous aver~een trees because of this. The STORED PEAT
MOSS is a highly combustible substance how can is we protect our landscaping and houses if here is
a fire? We here no water sources other' then the pond witch has a dq/ing atfect in the summer-
We also have a slight problem with the diesel smells if this is allowed to be expended more smell
noises from these trucks. Now what about the natural presecvatiea of the area 15 feat high PEAT
MOSS to look at.
Sinca'eb,,
G. R. Boule~e
KA. Va'mip t . .. /'
RECEIVED
NOV 2 1 2000
PLANNING
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2003-81 A by-law 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 laws.
2003-82 A by-law to authorize the execution of a Subdivision Agreement with
1006057 Ontario Limited respecting Graham Street Extension Subdivision.
2003-83 A by-law to authorize the execution of a Subdivision Agreement with Mark
Dwight Dimond and Patricia Maralee Dimond respecting Creekside Court
Subdivision.
2003-84 A by-law to authorize monies for General Purposes (April 14, 2003)
2003-85 A by-law 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.
2003-86 A by-law to authorize the execution of an Offer to Purchase from Stamford
Lions Club and an Agreement regarding Right of Repurchase respecting the
lands being Parts 1 and 2 on Reference Plan 59R-11823.
2003-87 A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting
held on the 14~ day of April, 2003.
Carried
NEW BUSINESS
ADoointment to Walker Bros. Committee
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Ioannoni, seconded by Alderman Feren, that
Alderman Paisley Janvary-Pool be appointed to the Walker Bros. Committee. Carried
Unanimously.
Alderman Janice Wing referred to the ongoing flooding problems/concerns at 9906
McLeod Road and requested that the matter be looked into.
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Janvary-Pool, seconded byAIderman Ioannoni, that
the matter be referred to staffto bring back a report on the matter. Carried Unanimously.
Early Bird Re,cjistrati{)n SiavinclS
Alderman Norm Put'tick referred to the AMO Confere_nr.~. ~ncJ nf th~_ ~rlv~nt:~n~n; ~
Community Services Department MW-2004-147
' ~l~ Municipal Works
The Clly of Ed Dujlovic
· S ~ll[ 4310 Queen Street Director
N~(3goro Foils
A · P.O. Box 1023
[.;an~~ Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
~ T~ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-maih edujlovi~city.niagarafalls.on.ca
October 4, 2004
Alderman Selina Volpatti, Chair
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2004-147
Culp Street & Corwiu Avenue Sidewalk Construction
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the installation of a 1.5 metre ordinary sidewalk on the north side of Culp
Street from Corwin Avenue to Carlton Avenue, and on the west side of Corwin Avenue between
Stokes Street and the driveway at 6135 Corwin Avenue be approved.
BACKGROUND:
As Committee is aware, funds have been provided in the Capital Construction Program for the
installation of new sidewalks. These funds are used to complete missing links throughout the
City on a priority basis. The priorities that are used to determine where sidewalks are to be
installed are as follows:
arterial/collector type roads
high pedestrian areas, commercial, tourist areas
senior citizens, school areas
A letter dated April 14, 2004 was received from Princess Margaret Public School. The purpose
of the letter was to inform the Mayor and Members of Council of a serious safety concern,
regarding the students at Princess Margaret School, that are required to travel along routes where
no sidewalks exist on either side of the road. This condition exists along Corwin Avenue
between Stokes Street and the driveway at 6135 Convin Avenue (just north of Culp Street), and
on Culp Street from Corwin Avenue to Carlton Avenue.
These sidewalks were included in the 2004 New Sidewalk Construction Program and letters were
delivered to the residents on June 11, 2004, advising them of the City's intention to construct
sidewalks. Objections were received from the residents at 6770 and 6746 Culp Street, and one
objection from the residents at 6155 Corwin Avenue.
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Report MW-2004-125 'New Sidewalk Installation on Culp Street and Corwin Avenue', was
presented to the Community Services Committee on August 16, 2004. As a result of that
meeting, members of the Community Services Committee recommended that staff meet with the
area residents and school to discuss and come to a resolution regarding sidewalks. A Public
Information Centre was held on Wednesday, September 1, 2004 at Princess Margaret School.
Please find attached for Committee's review, a guest list of the people that attended the meeting
and comment sheets.
During the meeting staff revised the location of the proposed sidewalk on Culp Street from the
south side to the north side of the street with no objections from the public.
The proposed sidewalk on the west side of Corwin Avenue to complete the missing link of
sidewalks on this street was also discussed. There was one objection from the property owners at
6155 Corwin Avenue. This resident requested that a curb-faced sidewalk be constructed instead
of a boulevard sidewalk.
Staffreviewed the request for a curb-faced sidewalk on Corwin Avenue. Due to the grade of the
boulevard, a curb-faced sidewalk would cause water ponding behind the sidewalk across three to
four properties. Therefore, staffis recommending that a boulevard ofl.0 m (minimum) be
maintained and a 1.5 m ordinary sidewalk be constructed. An ordinary sidewalk provides better
protection fi.om vehicular traffic for pedestrians especially students. The boulevard would also
provide a storage area for snow during snow removal operations in the winter.
Committee's concurrence with the recommendation made would be appreciated.
Prepared by: .4 ,~ P,.qspectfully submitted: ,
Mike DiPaola / olin MacDonald
Project Manager {/ Chief Administrative Officer
Approved b.y:
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng
Director of Municipal Works
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Public Information Centre - Guest List
Wednesday September t, 2004
SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION CULP STREET & CORWIN AVE
Contract & File No.: 2004-136-04
From:
Name: (Please print) Address & Postal Code Emaih (if available)
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Public Information Centre - Comment Sheet
September 1, 2004
Sidewalk Construction on Culp Street & Corwin Avenue
RE: PROPOSED SIDEWALKS ON CULP STREET.
ON SEPTEMBER 1~ 2004 WE HAD A MEETING WITH THE CITY OF NIAGARA
PAT.T.R AT PRINCF,.qg MARGARET SCHOOL WITH MIKE DIPAOLA~ DARRELL
AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE MEETING THEY WOULD LOOK INTO 'INSTALLING
~' ON THE NORTH SIDE AND IF THEY ARE TO GO ON THE SOUTH SIDE THEY
WOULD BE CURB SIDE WALKS NO WIDER THAN 5' FROM THE STREET.
IF IT IMPOSSIBLE TO INSTALL SIDE WALKS ON THE NORTH SIDE, I
WOULD LIKE A CALCULATED REPORT ON WHY THEY CANNOT BE INSTALLED
THE NORTH SIDE OF CULP STREET. IF SIDE WALKS ARE INSTALLED ON
THE SOUTH SIDE, THE CURBS AND DRIVEWAY AT please use backifmorespaceisrequired
Please return by SEPTEiVIBER 8th to:
Name: GARY & EILEEN CONWAY
Mike DiPaola, P.Bng, Project Manager
Address: 6770 CULP STREET Mu~icipalWorksD~arlrnent, CityHall
NIAGARA FALLS P.O, Box 1023 4310 QueenS~eet
Telephon~: (905) 354-2920 Ni~g~mFell~,ON L2B6X~
Emil: WORK (905) 358-3985
Fa.x: 905-356-2354
Tho City of d~l~ Bmalk mdipaola~city.~iagarafalls.o~ca
C(l~~~ Thauk yOU for your p.rticipaflon in this project.
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6770 CULP S~REET WILL HAVE TO BE LEFT IN THE SAME CONDITION
AS THEY ARE.
Niagara Falls I'~l~d~lll~
CO~~W Thank yOU for yo.r participation in this project.
Niagara Falls l~i~.J
wednesday September t, 2004
Sidewalk Construction on Culp Street & Convin Avenue
File No,: 2004-t36-04
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Public Information Centre. Comment Sheet
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September 1, 2004
Sidewalk Construction on Culp Street & Corwin Avenue
please use back if more space is required
, ~- ~ D/Paola, P.Eng, Project Manager
Mu~ci!oal Wor~ D~nt, Ci~ Ha~
P.O. Box 1023 4310 Que~
Nia~ Fa~, ON L2~ 6X5
~: P=: 905-356-2354
Con~~ Thank you for your p~clpa.on ~ ~is
Public Information Centre - Comment Sheet
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Niagara Falls
Can~~ Thank you for your participation in this project.
Public, Information Centre - Comment Sheet
September 1, 2004
Sidewalk Construction on Culp Street & Corwin Avenue
please use back if more space is required
~, ~,//~ l'lease return bY SEPTE1VIBER 8t~ t°:
C,.~ MikeDiPaola, P.Bng, Proje~tManagcr
Name:
Municipal Workz Department, City Hail
P.O. Box 1023 4310 Queen Street
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Community Services Department MW-2004-150
Municipal Works Ed Dujlovic
· ~1~ 4310 Queen Street
The C~ty of
Director
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October 4, 2004
Alderman Selina Volpatti, Chairperson
and Members of thc Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2004-150
Baldwin Avenue
Parking Review
RECOMMENDATION:
It is r~commended that a parking restriction at all times bc implemented on the west side of
Baldwin Avenue from Mulhern Street to a point 160 metres north of Mulhern Street *Mn THAT
STAFF PREPARE A REPORT REGARDING THE FEASIBILITY OF INSTALLING A pARKING LOT
BACKGROUND: AT MULHERN PARK**.
In reply to a request staffhas conducted a parking review on Baldwin Avenue between Mulhem
Street and Vincent Street. The concern at this location stems from motorists parking their
vehicles on Baldwin Avenue adjacent to Mulhem Park.
Baldwin AvenUe is a residential roadway extending in a norttffsouth direction from Trackview
Street to Vincent Street. Between Mulhem Street and the northern limit of Mulhem Park, the
roadway is 5.5 metres in width consisting of narrow gravel shoulders on both sides. However,
between the northern limit of Mulhem Park and the junction of Vincent Street, the roadway is 8.0
metres in width, and consists of a crab and a gutter, with a sidewalk on a northwest side only. A
sign inventory reveals that a "playground ahead" warning sign is facing motorists traveling in
both directions in vicinity of Mulhem Park.
Sight investigations reveal adequate stopping sight distance on Baldwin Avenue in the study
area. A review of the collision files reveals one (1) collision has been reported involving a
parked vehicle during the previous three year period. The reported collision has occurred as a
result of a motorist colliding with a parked vehicle on the west side of Baldwin Avenue while
reversing fx-om a private drive.
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Parking questionnaires were delivered to all residents residing on Baldwin Avenue between
Mulhern Street and Vincent Street. Through the questionnaire, residents had an opportunity to
select the type of parking control that would most benefit their situation. The following results
were obtained from the questionnaires:
Baldwin Avenue between Mulhern Street and Vincent Street
Number of residential establishments petitioned: 15
Number of responses received: 7 47%
Number of responses not received: 8 53%
Number of responses received: 7
Prefer to maintain the existing parking control: 4 57%
Prefer to restrict parking on one side: 2 29%
Prefer to restrict parking on both sides: 1 14%
The results obtained fi.om the questionnaires reveal that a statistical consensus was not
established. Fifty-seven percent (57%) of respondents prefer to maintain the existing parking
control in the study area, while 43% opted to implement a type of parking restriction. However,
staff has noted a safety concern on Baldwin Avenue. As mentioned previously, this section of
Baldwin Avenue encompassing Mulhem Park is only 5.5 metres in width. Therefore,
unobstructed traffic flow would not be maintained if parked vehicles are present on both sides.
To maintain the unobstructed traffic flow on Baldwin Avenue, a parking restriction is
recommended on the west side of Baldwin Avenue encompassing the frontage of Mulhem Park.
The proposed restriction will also abut residential establishment number 4635 on Baldwin
Avenue and the side property of 7765 on Mulhem Street, both on the west side of Baldwin
Avenue between the frontage of park and Mulhem Street. A response to the questionnaire had
not been received fi.om either resident.
The Committee's concurrence with the recommendation outlined in this report would be
appreciated.
Preparea by: ~e~ec_tfully subm~
Karl Dren, C.E.T. [ John MacDonald
Manager of Traffic & Parking Services kfChief Administrative Officer
Approved y: ~
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Work
Tim Burshtein
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The City of jl~l~ Municipal Works Ed Dujlovic
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October 4, 2004
Alderman Selina Volpatti, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2004-148
Ripley's 'Believe It or Not' Museum
5709 Victoria Avenue
Parking Demand Analysis Results
RECOMMENDATIONS:
It is recommended that:
1) the study findings as per the Parking Demand Analysis prepared by Totten Sims
Hubicki be accepted; and,
2) the current cash-in-lieu agreement between 788894 Ontario Limited and the City
of Niagara Falls be amended to reflect that no additional cash-in-lieu payments
are required.
BACKGROUND:
On September 8, 2003, Council approved the owner of 5709 Victoria Avenue to enter into a
cash-in-lieu agreement for 10 parking spaces which were not able to be provided on-site. This
was in response to a proposal to redevelop the property with a Ripley's 'Believe It or Not'
Museum. Based on the proposed property usage, 37 on-site parking spaces will be required as
per By-law 79-200. However, since the building predecesed By-law 79-200, an allowance of 27
parking spaces was credited, thus resulting in a shortage of 10 parking spaces. The applicant was
also provided an opportunity to have the cash-in-lieu arrangement recalculated based on a
Parking Demand Study. It was believed that because the area has a high volume of pedestrians,
it was anticipated that most visitors to the museum will bi walk-by traffic.
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Under the direction of the city a Parking Demand Analysis funded by the applicant, has been
completed by Totten Sims Hubicki. The analysis consisted of using the methodology described
in the Urban Lane Institute and included site surveys in the form of patron interviews, statistical
analysis and meetings with the owner/operator to determine operating characteristics such as the
building component and sized, number of employees, existing parking provision and use by
staff. The process included the development of a parking model that starts with a base parking
generation ratio, separates out the parking components into visitor, employee and other relevant
components, and adjusts the rates for site specific captive and mode split factors. The design
parking demand for each use is the result of combining the adjusted parking ratios for each use,
with the intended area for each use. Accumulated parking demand is determined by adjusting
the design parking for temporal factors that include variation for month, day of week and hour of
the day.
The study was carried out over the long weekend in August and due to inclement weather,
continued the following weekend. A total of 127 surveys were obtained. Thirty-six of these
responses were excluded fi.om analysis as they were deemed to be fi.om members of the same
party leaving the site. Accordingly, a total of 91 responses fi.om separate groups/individuals
were obtained/completed on these dates.
The summary of findings includes the following:
· Using a parking model with a base parking ratio of 1.903, adjusted for mode split and
captive factors, the estimated peak visitor parking demand for the proposed museum is
approximately four spaces.
· Provision of at least one parking space for employees is recommended to accommodate
possible changes in the workforce and operating characteristics of the site.
· A total parking requirement of five parking spaces is recommended to accommodate both
visitor and employee demand at the proposed museum.
· This requirement is 32 spaces less than the number of spaces required under the existing
Zoning Bylaw.
Therefore, as the property has been grandfathered for 27 parking spaces, and the parking demand
identifies a requirement of five parking spaces, it is deemed that the applicant has adequate
parking provisions. Thus, it is suggested that the cash-in-lieu agreement is modified to reflect
that no further payments are required. The applicant has to date paid for one parking space,
which is the minimum payment due as per clause seven(a) in the agreement.
The Committee's concurrence with the recommendations outlined in this report would be
appreciated.
October 4, 2004 -3- MW-2004-148
Prepared by: Respectfully submitted:
Karl Dren
Manager of Traffic & Parking Services
Approved by:
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Work
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Mayor Ted Salci
Inter-Department Memorandum
TO: Members of Council DATE: September 23, 2004
FROM: R.T. (Ted) Salci
Mayor
Ext. 4201
RE: Service Delivery Review
As you are aware, I have advocated for the implementation of a process within the City of Niagara Falls that
would ensure that taxpayers' money is being used efficiently in the provision of services.
Originally, my suggestion to undertake a"Value for Money Audit" was based on terminologies and programs
that are currently utilized by the federal and provincial governments. My intent was not to duplicate what
is being done at other government levels, but to focus on setting priorites for our municipality that would
enable us to make informed strategic choices about how services are delivered and, where possible, to reduce
the cost of delivery while maintaining or improving services and service levels.
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs recently produced a document that supports this objective. The August
2004 "A Guide to Service DeliveEg Review for Municipal Managers" was created to help municipalities
improve a) service delivery by providing better customer service and operating more efficiently, and b)
expenditure management by setting goals and priorities, managing demand and evaluating performance. This
document was developed drawing on the best practices and processes in service delivery review fi.om across
the province and around the world.
When Deloitte was requested to present their approach to achieving this objective at the July 12, 2004
Community Services Committee meeting, their findings supported a process similar to that promoted by the
Ministry. Of the t~ee options presented to Council, Deloitte recommended that the most appropriate choice
for Niagara Falls would be the "Corporate Performance Management System". This forward looking
approach is a combination of methodologies, metrics, processes and systems used to monitor and manage
the business performance of an enterprise.
Service Delivery Review and the Corporate Performance Management System have the following similar
advantages:
increases transparency and effectiveness of financial reporting.
assists in practical goal setting
builds accountability into the system.
· assists management and Council in strategic planning and budgetary decisions.
· assists in evaluating the programs and services the City delivers.
· fosters continuous improvement.
Council passed a motion directing staff to invite other consulting firms to provide their views on this
process. In order to invite additional firms to address this matter, it is important to have a clear, unified vision
of Council's expectations, put forth in a terms~ofreference. The terms of reference should clearly state what
our purpose is, the outcomes we expect, and the role of the consultant in the process. With that in mind, I
would ask that you consider the attached "draft" Terms of Reference and be prepared to discuss same at our
next Community Services Committee meeting.
Attachment: Draft Terms of Reference
The Cily of
.io oro
Terms of Reference
Request to Submit Proposals
for a
Service Delivery Review
for the
City of Niagara Falls
Proposal #
Proposals are to be submitted in a sealed envelope
with Proposal Number and Title cleady marked
and must be received no later than
in the office of the City Clerk,
Niagara Falls City Hall, 4310 Queen Street,
Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2E 6X5
Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction ...2
2.0 Background ...3
3.0 Rationale for Project ...3
4.0 Purpose ...3
5.0 Tasks and Requirements ...4
6.0 Deliverables ...4
7.0 Schedule ...5
8.0 Funding ...5
9.0 Reporting Process ...5
10.0 Submission of Proposals ...5
11.0 Acceptance/Rejection/Modification of Proposals ...5
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Service Delivery Review
TERMS OF REFERENCE
1.0 Introduction
A recent national citizen survey concluded that, "the federal deficit, the 1993 recession, the
downloading, the who does what...have created active, engaged citizens who demand not jnst
that their money is managed wisely, but that choices government and its public servants make
are based on best case information and evaluation...". It is clear what citizens expect.
Municipal council and senior staff must respond to this expectation through:
· improved services
· meeting new or increased demand from customers for service
maintaining existing service levels in the face of competing priorities or decreasing
revenues
· reducing costs, and
· improving revenues
Traditional budgeting involved managing spending through across-the-board cuts to all
services, "cherrypicking" particular services to cut, deferring capitol projects, increasing user
fees, or dipping into reserves. Moreover, it was generally asstuned that reduction in the budget
of a service would result in a comparable reduction in services or service levels.
The service delivery review process takes a different tack. It focuses on setting priorities and,
where possible, reducing the cost of delivery while maintaining or improving services and
service levels. It is an evaluation process in which a specific municipal service is
systematically reviewed to determine the most appropriate way to provide it.
Ministry of Municipal Affairs, 2004
Throughout the service delivery review process, citizens, and other stakeholders including
council and municipal staff are engaged to ensure that the choices made are informed by the
goals and values that are important to them.
Niagara Falls City Council is charged with the responsibility to determine which services the
municipality provides, while maintaining the financial integrity of the City. The opportunity
presents itself for the City to not only bring an aspect of accountability to their financial and
budgetary responsibilities, but also set in place a framework for measured results and potential
improvements in the way City departments deliver their services to customers. Council is
committed to these responsibilities, and has endorsed the recommendation to engage a consultant
to complete a service delivery review.
2.0 Background
Niagara Falls City Council has advocated for the implementation of a process within the city that
would ensure that taxpayers' money is being used efficiently in the provision of services. Their
desire is to focus on setting priorities for our municipality that would enable us to make
informed strategic choices about how services are delivered and, where possible, to reduce the
cost of delivery while maintaining or improving services and service levels.
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs recently produced a document that supports this objective.
The August 2004 "A Guide to Service Delivery Review for Municipal Managers" was created to
help municipalities improve a) service delivery by providing better customer service and
operating more efficiently, and b) expenditure management by setting goals and priorities,
managing demand and evaluating performance. This document was developed drawing on the
best practices and processes in service delivery review from across the province and around the
world.
3.0 Rationale for the Project
The municipality intends to conduct a service delivery reView beeanse they understand:
the need to ensure that services are delivered inan efficient, cost-effective manner
the need to find more sustainable approaches to managing their expenditures and
delivering services
that the public is looking for government to make choices about how
services are delivered based on good information and solid evaluation.
· that the public will be more likely to support tax increases and user fees if
they can see that the municipality is providing services in a competitive
manner.
The City of Niagara Falls is addressing these challenges by conducting a review of services and
programs that are delivered within the City. Council intends to establish a joint task force to
undertake this review of services, led by the Mayor and the Chief Administrative Officer.
4.0 Purpose
The purpose for undertaking a service delivery review is to find long-term sustainable solutions
to ongoing budget challenges and to ensure municipal programs and services are provided in the
most efficient, effective manner to best meet the needs of the community.
The benefits of the service delivery review are to:
· assist management and Council in strategic planning and budgetary
decisions.
increase transparency and effectiveness of financial reporting.
· assist in practical goal setting
· build accountability into the system.
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· assist in evaluating the programs and services the City delivers.
foster continuous improvement
5.0 Tasks and Requirements
The Service Delivery Review would focus on the following tasks:
Establish a formal Council policy that sets the parameters for the review and articulates a
set of principles to guide the review process.
· Determine municipal staffing capacity. Staff involvement (review team involvement,
interviews, focus groups) at all stages is crucial to the success of the review.
· Develop a communications plan for staff and stakeholders. Council's ability to provide
an open and transparent review process, anticipate the issues that will arise and provide
accurate information and clear messages is very important.
Select area(s) for review. Undertake a pilot project
· Identify relevant bench marking or best practices.
· Review existing operational documents, performance goals and current measurement
practices.
· Obtain clear and meaningful customer input. Council will get the best return on their
investment by focussing on services that are important to citizens and that are failing to
meet their expectations.
Develop performance measures - define the purpose ofthe service or program, determine
outcomes and select performance measures for outcomes.
· Set service standards and target levels.
· Compare current performance to target levels. Assess findings and make
recommendations for improvement.
· Assess information management requirements.
Develop a training component to enable staff to understand and participate fully in the
review process, and to eventually undertake the process themselves.
· Create an implementation plan.
6.0 Deliverables
The deliverables listed below are the those that are to be addressed within this statement of work
for professional services:
develop a framework or template to guide the City through the process of
reviewing service delivery
· in cooperation with staff, conduct a pilot review of a key service area
· create a communications protocol and plan that provides staff and stakeholder
groups timely information on the service delivery review process and its results.
· develop and deliver a training module which enables people to undertake
their roles and responsibilities within the ongoing service delivery review
process
Supplementary materials, schedules, and tables are expected to be contained in the appendices.
The Consultant should expect to provide three presentations to Council including an introduction
to the Service Delivery Review, and midterm and final presentations. A brief written interim
report outlining progress, issues of concern etc., at the half way point of the project is also
required.
The consultant should plan to deliver 1 camera-ready copy of both interim and final reports.
7.0 Schedule
This is expected to be six (6) month project. The successful consultant should provide a
schedule of work.
8.0 Funding
The study will be funded entirely by the City of Niagara Falls.
9.0 Reporting Process
The successful Consultant will report directly to the Chief Administrative Officer.
10.0 Submission of Proposals
All proposals submitted must include the following:
A detailed work plan of the approach and timing for the completion of the Service
Delivery Review.
The name and qualifications of the consultant who will be the lead consultant for this
review.
A description of the consulting firm and an outline of the qualifications of all other
consultants who will be working on this review.
A list of appropriate references fi:om previously completed service delivery reviews.
Four copies of the proposals must be submitted with copies of any supporting
documentation. At least one proposal must have original signature(s) and be marked
"Master". They must be signed by an authorized officer of the finn. Three additional
copies must be provided and marked "Duplicate".
· Facsimiles will not be considered an acceptable response to the request for proposals.
· Proposals are to be submitted on letterhead clearly identifying the proponents name,
address, and telephone number.
11.0 Acceptance/Rejection/Modification of Proposals
The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls reserves the right to accept any proposal or
combination of proposals or reject any or all proposals or combination of proposals for reasons
that are in the best interest of and for the best value for The Corporation of the City of Niagara
Falls.
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The lowest total price proposed for the review will not necessarily be accepted. Acceptance will
be subject to an evaluation process that will include interviews for a short list of applicants and
subject to section 10.0 above.
The selected consultant will be required to enter into a written agreement with The Corporation
of the City of Niagara Falls for the completion of the Service Delivery Review.
The Consultant will be expected to complete the requirements as described in the terms of
reference within the upset limit amount of $50,000.00 and on time.
Proposals must be submitted and received by the due date of
addressed to Ray Miller, Manager of Supply & Service, Clerk's Department, City Hall, Niagara
Falls, 4310 Queen Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario.
Questions of clarification can be directed to John MacDonald at 905-356-7521 ext. 5100 or
faxed to 905-374~3557or e-mailed to jmacdonald~city.niagarafalls.on.ca Note: The
Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls is not responsible for any oral instruction or directions
regarding questions or inquiries for this Proposal.
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