05/09/2023Niagara MINUTES
moils City Council Meeting
4:00 PM - Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Council Chambers/Zoom App.
The City Council Meeting of the City of Niagara Falls was called to order on Tuesday, May 9,
2023, at 4:00 PM, in the Council Chambers/Zoom App., with the following members present:
COUNCIL Councillor Tony Baldinelli, Councillor Lori Lococo, Councillor Ruth -Ann
PRESENT: Nieuwesteeg, Councillor Mona Patel, Councillor Victor Pietrangelo,
Councillor Mike Strange, Councillor Wayne Thomson (Present in
Chambers)
Councillor Wayne Campbell (Present via Zoom)
COUNCIL Mayor Jim Diodati
ABSENT:
STAFF Erik Nickel (Acting CAO), Margaret Corbett (Acting City Clerk), Scott
PRESENT: Wilkinson (Acting Fire Chief), Kira Dolch, Nidhi Punyarthi, Tiffany Clark,
Andrew Bryce (present in Chambers).
Trent Dark (present via Zoom)
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 4:04 PM.
By- A by-law to appoint Councillor Victor Pietrangelo as Acting Mayor.
law
2023-
042. Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT By-law 2023-042 be read a first, second and third time and passed.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
1.1. O Canada: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic School Choir (singing live in
Chambers)
1.2. Land Acknowledgement and Traditional Indigenous Meeting Opening
2. IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL
In -Camera meeting was not scheduled.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1. Council Minutes of April 18, 2023
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
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THAT Council approve the minutes of the April 18, 2023 meeting as presented.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
4. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
a) Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg declared a conflict of interest to Item #10.1 -
Historic Drummondville BIA - 2023 Budget, as she is an owner of a business
that is part of the Main & Ferry BIA.
5. MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
a) Councillor Victor Pietrangelo (Acting Mayor) extended condolences to the
following:
• Reta Harrison, mother of Todd Harrison, former Director of Finance.
• Lynn Wilson, retired City Employee from our Clerk's Department.
b) Councillor Pietrangelo (Acting Mayor) mentioned the following events:
Eid Celebrations at Mosque Aisha
• 1 was pleased to represent Mayor Jim and Council at this event.
• Eid Celebrations at Peace Mosque
• Mayor and Council were represented by Councillor Nieuwesteeg
• National Dav of Mourning Ceremony
• Attended by Mayor Diodati, along with Councillors Nieuwesteeg, Patel
and Lococo
• Flag Raisings (photos for eachl
• Children's Mental Heath Awareness (photo shown]
• Attended by Mayor Diodati along with Councillors Baldinelli, Lococo and
Patel
• Poland's Constitution Day [photo shown]
• Attended by Mayor Diodati along with Councillors Patel, Strange,
Baldinelli, Pietrangelo and Lococo
Grand Openings & Business Happenings [photos for each]
• Bee Montessori School
• Monfriese Rum Cakes
o Also attended by Councillors Thomson and Lococo
Mother Earth Day Hosted by the Park in the City (Environmental Action
Committee)
• PenFinancial Mother Earth Day event taking place at Firemens Park on
Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 10am to 4pm.
• Sponsored by PenFinancial Credit Union, NPEI, Walker, Enbridge, OPG
and Niagara Community Foundation
• Giving away 500 trees to residents on a first-come, first -serve basis
starting at 11 am.
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• Volunteers will be planting 20 native trees to learn from a planting demo
and to help enhance the tree canopy at the park
• free bicycle valet compliments of the Amici Per La Vita Niagara Cycling
Club.
• free bike repair station compliments of Heart Niagara.
• Many demonstrators, over 40 environmental vendors, youth activities as
well as SCVFA concessions available.
• Entry to the event is free with free parking as well ... rain or shine.
• More information at Http://motherearthday.ca
City Nature Challenge
• 8thAnnual City Nature Challenge was conducted worldwide.
• The challenge encouraged people to get outside to take pictures and
record the different types of wild life species. These "observations" will
help scientists and wild life organizations with their research.
• Over 1.8 million observations were completed by 66,000 residents with
57,000 different species recorded.
• Locally, the City of St. Catharines challenged the City of Niagara Falls to
see who would record the most observations. However close, the City
of Niagara Falls recorded more observations (215 versus 210).
• Congratulations to all residents who participated. In particular,
extending a special thank you to Leslie Laan who recorded the most
observations for our City.
c) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 30, 2023.
6. DEPUTATIONS / PRESENTATIONS
6.1. Moose Hide Campaign (This presentation was re -scheduled from last
Council meeting as the presenters had other commitments, due to time
delay of In -Camera meeting)
The co-founders of the Moose Hide Campaign, raised awareness around
issues of reconciliation and violence against women and girls. David
Stevenson, Moose Hide Campaign CEO, attended virtually and shared an
impactful presentation as to how Canadians can get involved to stop gender-
based violence and how to participate in the Moose Hide Campaign as part of
reconciliation.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Lori Lococo
THAT Council receive the presentation by David Stevenson, Moose Hide
Campaign CEO, and to support the cause.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
6.2. Niagara Fiesta Extravaganza
The 2nd Niagara Fiesta Extravaganza, organized by the Filipino community in
Niagara will be held on Saturday, August 5th and Sunday, August 6, 2023 at
Firemen's Park.
The organizer and Chairperson of Community Affairs, Eileen Tinio-Hind, along
with Valerio "Maki" Makinana, Founder and President and Rizza Gatbonton
made a presentation to Council inviting Council and the community to attend
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this event. There are 6 Fiesta Extravaganza events in selected cities in
Canada. Highlights include: Musicial Extravaganza, cultural presentations,
food expo, exhibits, games and community spotlight.
The organizers of the event requested the following:
1. Extend the invitation to attend the Niagara Fiesta Extravaganza to all
City Council members and request for support in the promotion of the
festival through social media and the City's website.
2. Request an exemption to the City's Noise -By-law to all for the playing of
music until 10:30 PM at Firemen's Park on Saturday, August 5, 2023
and Sunday, August 6, 2023.
Moved by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT Council extend the invitation to attend the Niagara Fiesta Extravaganza
to all City Council members and to the public and to have the City support the
event by promoting the festival through social media and the City's website;
AND THAT Council approve an exemption to the City's Noise -By-law to all for
the playing of music until 10:30 PM at Firemen's Park on Saturday, August 5,
2023 and Sunday, August 6, 2023.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
6.3. Family and Children's Services (FACS) Niagara Foundation
FACS Niagara Foundation President, Caroline Polgrabia, and Ellen
Schonewille, Senior Manager, Donor Relations made a presentation to Council
about the 2nd Annual Mountainview LemonAlD Day. This day raises money to
send vulnerable children in the community to summer camp. The request is to
have Council share information about the event with the community. On
Saturday, June 10, 2023, teams of kids will set up lemonade stands across
Niagara to ask for donations to send vulnerable children in the community to
summer camp.
Proclamation Request: That Council proclaim Saturday, June 10, 2023 as
"Mountainview LemonAlD Day" for FACS Niagara.
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council receive the presentation by Family and Children's Services
(FACS) Niagara Foundation and that Council proclaim Saturday, June 10,
2023 as "Mountainview LemonAlD Day" for FACS Niagara; AND THAT staff
promote the event through the City's social media channels; AND
FURTHERMORE THAT, Council approve the request to turn the Falls yellow
on Saturday, June 10, 2023, to be arranged through the Niagara Falls
Illumination Board.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
6.4. R&C-2023-06
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Tennis Dome Partnership with the Tennis Clubs of Canada
Adam Siegel, CEO, Tennis Clubs of Canada made a presentation to Council.
The City of Niagara Falls and Tennis Clubs of Canada (TCC) are partnering to
construct an air -inflated dome over the tennis courts at John N. Allen Park
during the fall & winter each year to allow residents the opportunity to play
indoor tennis, pickleball, cricket etc. The existing courts will be available to
residents free of charge during the spring & summer and then converted to
indoor use on October 1 st of each year. TCC will manage the tennis dome.
Memberships and bookings will be priced at an affordable rate, discounted for
residents. TCC also offers a wide range of programs, camps and tournaments
for players of all ages that would require a registration fee. For residents who
enjoy utilizing outdoor tennis courts in the winter, the courts at AG Bridge Park
(6706 Culp Street) will be available for use free of charge year-round.
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the license
agreement with the Tennis Clubs of Canada that is to the satisfaction of the
City's Solicitor.
Carried (Councillor Lococo was opposed and Councillor Campbell was
absent from vote).
7. PLANNING MATTERS
7.1. PBD -2023-27
AM -2023-003, Zoning By-law Amendment
4078 Victoria Avenue
Proposal: To permit 10 stacked townhouse (apartment) dwelling units
that may be used as vacation rental units
Applicant: Build Up Victoria Inc. (Priscilla Facey)
Agent: NPG Planning Solutions (Mary Lou Tanner)
The Public meeting commenced at 5:14 PM.
Scott Turnbull, Planner 1, provided an overview of the report PBD -2023-27.
There were no members of public that spoke for or against the application.
Charlene Shannon, of 4092 Acheson and Leanne Hodgson, of 4138 Muir both
signed the public meeting "sign -in sheet," but did not address Council.
Max Fedchyshak, acting as the agent, was present to answer any questions of
Council.
The Public meeting was closed at 5:22 PM.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
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1. That Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment
property to a site-specific Tourist Commercial zone to
stacked townhouse dwelling units that may be used as
units, subject to the regulations outlined in this report.
to rezone the
permit ten (10)
vacation rental
2. That the amending zoning by-law include a Holding (H) provision to
require that a Development Agreement be entered into between the
applicant and the City of Niagara Falls containing all noise mitigation
and warning clauses to the satisfaction of the City and Niagara Region
and archaeological warning clauses to the satisfaction of the Niagara
Region and that all required road widening, and daylight triangles be
dedicated to the City.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
REPORTS
8.1. CLK-2023-04
Fee Waiver Application - Crazy Macaws Bike Night
Since the writing of the staff report and posting of the agenda, a new fee waiver
application has now been received with a new not-for-profit organization as the
applicant for Council's consideration. Normally, we would not accept an
application that has been received after the agenda has been posted however
Council's direction was for this matter to be reviewed at the May 9th Council
meeting
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
THAT Council deny the staff recommendation and to approve the application
for the Crazy Macaws Bike Night, in principle, in the amount of $7404.00, (the
same amount that was approved for car show), for the waiving of the costs
associated with the road closure fees.
No Seconder. Not Put.
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Lori Lococo
THAT Council approve the Fee Waiver Application for the Crazy Macaws Bike
Night in the amount of $4750.00, for the waiving of the costs associated with
the road closure fees, with the condition of conducting a month to month review
of the permit application to allow for timeframe adjustments if necessary.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
8.2. The Chair moved to Item #8.4 on the agenda, to accommodate residents in
gallery.
Council came back to Item #8.2 at 6:56 PM.
F-2023-14
2023 Schedule of Fees - Update
Amended 2023 Schedule of Fees
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Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT the amended 2023 Schedule of Fees as per Council and otherwise, BE
APPROVED.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
8.3. MW -2023-13
Sidewalk Winter Maintenance Riall Street
Residents are requesting to amend the Winter Maintenance Policy effective for
the 2023/2024 winter season by removing approximately 500 metres of
sidewalk snow clearing on Riall Street between St. Andrew Avenue and St.
Paul Avenue.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council approve an amendment to the Winter Maintenance Policy
whereby the south side of Riall Street between St. Andrew Avenue and St.
Paul Avenue be removed from the 2023/2024 Sidewalk Plowing route.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
8.4. PBD -2023-26
Uppers Quarry - Community Focus Group AM -2021-25
Mr. David Rupay spoke to the Planning report on the Uppers Quarry —
Community Focus Group.
He thanked Council for extending the deadline for comments from the March
Council meeting, however, it was not accepted by the Ministry.
He posed the question to Council if the quarry is helping with the tourism in the
City of Niagara Falls.
Mr. Rupay discussed the report, PBD -2023-26, and the formation of the
Community Focus Group, stating that a needs -study still needs to be
completed. Also expressed his thoughts that the representatives from Walker
Industries should not be part of the Community Focus Group. Concerned
about adequate notification means. Also stated that the item being on a
Council Agenda does not mean that the public is aware of the issue.
Any terms of reference that were provided will be forwarded along to Mr.
Rupay, as per Andrew Bryce.
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council authorize staff to advertise a Request for Expression of Interest
for participation in a Community Focus Group (CFG) to seek out interested
persons to provide input into resident and landowner concerns regarding the
proposed Uppers Quarry; AND THAT staff ensure an independent facilitator be
included in the process; AND THAT the City bear the cost of the consultation.
No seconder to motion. Not Put.
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
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THAT Council authorize staff to advertise a Request for Expression of Interest
for participation in a Community Focus Group (CFG) to seek out interested
persons to provide input into resident and landowner concerns regarding the
proposed Uppers Quarry; AND THAT staff ensure an independent facilitator be
included as part of the Community Focus Group.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent).
8.5. Chair Pietrangelo moved to Item #12.3 to accommodate speaker in gallery.
MW -2023-12
Additions to the 2023 Surface Treatment Program and Contract Award
Moved by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson
That the scope of work for Contract 2023-08 for the 2023 Surface
Treatment program be revised to include the following:
a. The pulverization and surface treatment of Willoughby Drive from
200 metres south of Weinbrenner Road to Marshall Road;
b. The pulverization and surface treatment of Carlton Avenue from
50 metres north of Dunn Street towards Corwin Crescent to Our
Lady of Mount Carmel School;
c. Urban surface treatment along North Street between Portage
Road and Drummond Road.
2. That a 2023 Capital Budget Amendment of $850,000 be approved for
the 2023 Surface Treatment Program (R155-23) bringing the total
budget as amended to $1,500,000, funded by Canada Community -
Building Fund Reserve (CCBF).
3. That the revised scope of the 2023 Surface Treatment program be
awarded to the lowest compliant bid by Circle P Paving Inc. for the bid
price of $1,356,920.00 plus an allowance of $100,000 for the additional
works on Carlton Avenue.
4. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
agreements.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
9. CONSENT AGENDA
9.1. R&C-2023-05
Community Garden Program
The City of Niagara Falls has endeavored to develop a community garden
program to support residents with an opportunity to create a garden at specific
municipal locations with essential elements in place to establish a successful
community garden.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
1. That Council approve the Community Garden Program.
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2. That Council approve the Community Garden Policy.
3. That Council approve the expansion of our insurance coverage to cover
these activities.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
9.2. R&C-2023-07
Renaming of the Park in the City Committee
Park in the City Committee wishes to be renamed to the Environmental Action
Committee.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
That Council approve the renaming of the Park in the City Committee to the
Environmental Action Committee.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
9.3. MW -2023-14
Appointment of Drainage Superintendent
The City of Niagara Falls has had a Drainage Superintendent on staff since
1990 to oversee all aspects of the City's drainage works pursuant to the
Drainage Act
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
That Council appoint Sue Noble as the Drainage Superintendent for the City of
Niagara Falls.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
10. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
10.1. Historic Drummondville BIA -2023 Budget
Attached is the Main & Ferry BIA proposed budget for 2023.
Recommendation: For the Approval of Council.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council approve the Main & Ferry proposed budget for 2023.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Nieuwesteeg declared a conflict and
Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
10.2. Proclamation Request - Lyme Disease Awareness Month - May 2023
Lyme Ontario is requesting the City of Niagara Falls to proclaim May as "Lyme
Disease Awareness Month." The request is a hope that the City of Niagara
Falls, will join the CN Tower, Niagara Peace Bridge, Niagara Falls and many
other local townships, regions and cities for the 2023 "Light it Up Green for
Lyme" Disease campaign during the month of May.
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Recommendation: For the Approval of Council.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council proclaim May as "Lyme Disease Awareness Month."
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
10.3. Proclamation and Flag -Raising Request - National Accessibility
Awareness Week - 2023
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is requesting that Council declare the
week of May 28, 2023 - June 3, 2023 as "National Accessibility Awareness
Week" and that a flag -raising ceremony be arranged for Monday, May 29,
2023, at Rosberg Park in Niagara Falls at 3:30 PM.
Recommendation: For the Approval of Council.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council declare the week of May 28, 2023 - June 3, 2023 as "National
Accessibility Awareness Week" and that a flag -raising ceremony be arranged
for Monday, May 29, 2023, at Rosberg Park in Niagara Falls at 3:30 PM.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
10.4. Flag -Raising and Proclamation Request - Senior's Month - June 2023
The Niagara Falls Seniors Advisory Committee is requesting Council to
approve a flag -raising ceremony at City Hall to recognize the month of June as
"Seniors Month."
The committee is also requesting Council to proclaim June as "Seniors Month.
Recommendation: For the Approval of Council.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council approve a flag -raising ceremony at City Hall to recognize the
month of June as "Seniors Month." and proclaim June as "Seniors Month."
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
10.5. Flag -Raising and Proclamation Request - Parental Alienation Awareness
The requester is asking Niagara Falls City Council to proclaim April 25, 2023
as "Parental Alienation Awareness Day," and to coordinate a flag -raising
ceremony at City Hall on a date that is agreeable to both the convener and the
Mayor's Office.
The City's of Brampton, Mississauga and Vaughan have all supported this
initiative.
To educate, inform and advocate to and for the general public, parents,
children and youth, working towards bringing awareness against parent
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alienation, even to perpetrators who may be unaware of the disastrous effect
of their alienating behavior on their children and society.
APAC VISION: To provide support, education, and resources to families
affected by alienation by being an advocate for change in the legal, mental
health, and judicial system with the goal of ending parental alienation across
Canada.
Recommendation: For the Approval of Council.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Niagara Falls City Council proclaim April 25, 2023 as "Parental
Alienation Awareness Day," and to coordinate a flag -raising ceremony at City
Hall on a date that is agreeable to both the convener and the Mayor's Office.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
10.6. Bill 5 — Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act
Attached is a resolution form the Township of West Lincoln seeking support of
the Provincial Private Member's Bill
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT Council approve and support the resolution from the Township of West
Lincoln by sending a similar resolution from the City of Niagara Falls.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
11.1. Assessment of Ontario Public Opinion - regarding Bill 23 and Related
Measures Affecting the Greenbelt and Housing
The attached report provides results from a survey of a random sample of
Ontarians and targeted samples of key stakeholder groups such as planners,
farmers, residents associations, housing providers, users of greenspaces,
environmentalist, and others.
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
THAT Council receive the correspondence for information and to direct
Planning staff to quantify the missed revenue from the development charges.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Lococo was opposed).
11.2. Niagara Region Correspondence
Attached is correspondence sent from the Niagara Region regarding the
following matters:
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1. Niagara Region Report - PDS 8-2023 - Regional Planning Commissioners of
Ontario (RPCO) Inventory of Unbuilt Housing Supply
2. Niagara Region Report - PDS 9-2023 - Development Applications
Monitoring Report
3. Implementation of Red Light Camera (RLC) Across the Niagara Region
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
11.3. Resolution - Town of Fort Erie - Change to the Municipal Oath of Office
Attached is a resolution from the Town of Fort Erie sent to Minister Clark
regarding a change to the Municipal Oath of Office.
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
11.4. Proposed Locate Charge — Enbridge Gas
Council supported the Association of Ontario Road Supervisors motion at the
April 18, 2023 Council meeting by passing a motion to inform Enbridge Gas
and other Provincial policymakers of the City's objection during their time of
industry consultation. The information attached is a follow-up response from
Enbridge Gas and can be received for information.
Recommendation: That Council receive the correspondence for information.
Moved by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT Council receive and file for information Item #11.2 through to and
including Item #11.4.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
12. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
12.1. Special Occasion Permit - Rotary Ribfest 2023
Attached is a letter requesting that the Rotary Ribfest 2023 be named a
community event, to assist with obtaining a Special Occasion Permit from the
ACCO.
Recommendation: That Council declare the 2023 Rotary Club of Niagara Falls
Sunrise Ribfest and BBQ, June 16, 17 and 18, 2023 as an event of municipal
significance in the City of Niagara Falls in order to assist with obtaining a
Special Occasion Permit from the ACCO.
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
THAT Council declare the 2023 Rotary Club of Niagara Falls Sunrise Ribfest
and BBQ, June 16, 17 and 18, 2023 as an event of municipal significance in
the City of Niagara Falls in order to assist with obtaining a Special Occasion
Permit from the ACCO.
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Carried Unanimously
12.2. Amendments to the City's Licensing By-law — Refreshment Vehicles
Attached is a memo from the City Clerk detailing some proposed minor
amendments to the City's Licensing By-law to work in conjunction with the
City's Business Improvement Areas.
Recommendation: That Council receive the memorandum for information and
consider approving the amending by-law with respect to Refreshment
Vehicles.
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
That Council receive the memorandum for information and consider approving
the amending by-law with respect to Refreshment Vehicles.
Carried Unanimously
12.3. Placement of Truck on City Property for Floral Sales
Mr. Petrullo would like permission to run a portion of his business in the
parking lot of the Chippawa Arena. Staff could support this for a special 1 day
occasion on Mother's Day, May 14th but anything further would require a
business licence and would not be permitted on City property.
Mr. Petrullo addressed Council, to provide context for his request.
Having a mobile truck is simplifying the process for the requester, offering local
fruits and vegetable, and local flowers and plants.
A new store -front location will also be added to the downtown area, in the
future.
Mr. Petrullo claimed that the business would be to add services to Chippawa,
not to compete with others. And looking to do this on weekends continuously.
Currently, they don't have a store -front.
Michelle MacLachlan, owner of Roots & Blooms, at 3710 Main Street, Unit
#102, spoke to Council expressing her concerns with Mr. Petrullo's request,
citing that her business would be affected if Council approved the
recommendation.
Recommendation: That Council approve a one day set up on Sunday May 14,
2023 of the flower truck in the parking lot of the Chippawa Arena for the sale of
flowers, fruits and/or vegetables, with some proceeds going to charity. Any
further sales from the truck would not be permitted on City property and would
require a business licence.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
THAT Council approve a set up on Sunday, May 14, 2023 of the flower truck in
the parking lot of the Chippawa Arena for the sale of flowers, fruits and/or
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3etables, with some proceeds going to charity and until the store -front
ation opens on Queen Street, subject to the paying of market fees.
No seconder to motion. Not Put.
ved by Councillor Mona Patel
--onded by Councillor Mike Strange
at Council approve, subject to the signing of a waiver and payment of a fee,
ne day set up on Sunday May 14, 2023 of the flower truck in the parking lot
he Chippawa Arena for the sale of flowers, fruits and/or vegetables, with
ne proceeds going to charity. Any further sales from the truck would not be
-mitted on City property and would require a business licence; AND THAT
matter be referred to staff to investigate other alternatives and to ensure
urance and business licence requirements are met.
Carried (Councillor Lococo was opposed).
13. RATIFICATION OF IN -CAMERA
None.
14. NOTICE OF MOTION/NEW BUSINESS
14.1. Notice of Motion - Walker Brothers Quarry Expansion
MOTION: THAT staff be asked to initiate a community focus group comprised
of concerned residents, City Staff, and representatives from Walker Industries
to address the key issues with the quarry application to ensure transparency,
input, and communication.
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
THAT Council rescind the notice of motion of which asks staff to initiate a
community focus group comprised of concerned residents, City Staff, and
representatives from Walker Industries to address the key issues with the
quarry application to ensure transparency, input, and communication.
Carried Unanimously
14.2. Notice of Motion - Reduction of speed in residential areas
DIRECTION TO STAFF: THAT this matter be referred to staff to look into
reducing the speed limit from 50 km/hour to 40 km/hour on residential streets
in Niagara Falls and to bring a report back to Council showing the implications
of this proposed change.
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson
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THAT this matter be referred to staff to look into reducing the speed limit from
50 km/hour to 40 km/hour on residential streets in Niagara Falls and to bring a
report back to Council showing the implications of this proposed change.
Carried Unanimously
a) Open -Air Burning By -Law
Direction to Staff: For staff to post information on the City's website to
increase awareness regarding open-air burning, and to review the wording of
the by-law to ensure an ease of comprehension.
b) Exposed Needles on City Trails - Disposal program
Direction to Staff: For staff to report back to Council information pertaining to a
program to include ways residents can report exposed needles on trails (ie.
similar to our pothole reporting program).
15. BY-LAWS
2023- A by-law to designate Blocks 114, 116 & 117, Registered Plan 59M-498, not
041. to be subject
to part -lot control (PLC -2023-002).
2023- A by-law to appoint Councillor Victor Pietrangelo as Acting Mayor.
042.
2023- A by-law to appoint a Drainage Superintendent pursuant to The Drainage Act,
043. R.S.O. 1990.
2023- A by-law to amend Schedule 24 "Refreshment Vehicles" to By-law No. 2001-
044. 31, being a by-law respecting the issuance of licences in the City of Niagara
Falls.
2023- A by-law to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City
045. employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or
municipal by-laws.
2023- A by-law to fees and charges for various services, licences and publications
046. for the City of Niagara Falls.
2023- A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking
047. and traffic on City Roads. (Parking Meter Zones, Standing Prohibited,
Stopping Prohibited, Loading Zones)
2023- A by-law to authorize the execution of the Collective Agreement (2023-2026)
048. with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 133.
2023- A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting
049. held on the 9th day of May, 2023.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT the by-laws be read a first, second and third time and passed.
Carried Unanimously
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16. ADJOURNMENT
a) Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson
THAT Council adjourn the meeting at 7.19 PM.
Mayor
City Clerk
Carried Unanimously
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