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City Council Meeting
4:00 PM - Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Council Chambers/Zoom App.
The City Council Meeting of the City of Niagara Falls was called to order on Tuesday, October
3, 2023, at 4:13 PM, in the Council Chambers, with the following members present:
Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Tony Baldinelli, Councillor Lori Lococo,
COUNCIL Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg, Councillor Mona Patel, Councillor
PRESENT: Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Mike Strange, Councillor Wayne Thomson
(Present in Chambers)
Councillor Wayne Campbell (present via Zoom)
STAFF Jason Burgess, Bill Matson, Erik Nickel, Tiffany Clark, Chief Jo Zambito,
PRESENT: Luciano Chieca, Andrew Bryce, Shelley Darlington, Trent Dark, Heather
Ruzylo (Present in Chambers)
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 4:13 PM.
2. IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL
2.1. Resolution to go In -Camera
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
THAT Council enter into an In -Camera session.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1. Council Minutes of September 12, 2023 and September 19, 2023 (Special
Council Meeting).
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
THAT Council approve the minutes of September 12, 2023 and for September
19, 2023 (Special Council Meeting).
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Wayne Campbell was absent from the
vote).
4. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
None to report.
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5. MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
a) Mayor Diodati extended condolences to:
• Louis Thibodeau - father of Aaron Thibodeau of our Municipal Works
Department and uncle of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo.
b) Mayor Diodati mentioned the following events:
Niagara Falls Summer Trillium Awards Ceremony [photo]
•Also attended by Councillors Strange, Pietrangelo, Patel, Nieuwesteeg,
Lococo and Baldinelli
Niagara Falls Riverhawks Home Opener — Puck Drop [photo]
•Also attended by Councillor Patel, Baldinelli and Strange
Terry Fox Run [photo]
•Also attended by Councillors Lococo, Patel, Strange, Nieuwesteeg,
Pietrangelo and Thomson
T.D. Tree Days Tree Planting [photo]
•Also attended by Councillors Pietrangelo, Nieuwesteeg and Patel
Niagara Falls Fire Department Volunteer Firefighter Recognition Banquet
[photo]
•Also attended by Councillor Lococo
Line of Duty Death Ceremony [photo]
•Also attended by Councillors Thomson, Lococo, Patel and Nieuwesteeg
MP Tony Baldinelli's Fall BBQ Bash [photo]
•Also attended by Councillors Nieuwesteeg, Patel and Lococo
Niagara Falls Firefighters Association Meeting [NO PHOTO]
•Also attended by Councillors Pietrangelo and Strange
National Day of Truth and Reconciliation Panel Unveiling at Niagara
Parks Power Station [photo]
•Also attended by Councillors Lococo and Patel
Truth & Reconciliation Flag Raising and Orange Bench Unveiling [photo]
•Also attended by Councillors Patel, Lococo and Nieuwesteeg
Islamic Society of Niagara Peninsula Community BBQ [photo]
•Also attended by Councillor Patel
Councillor Representation
Councillor Patel •Grand Opening of Hakka Station Restaurant
Councillor Nieuwesteeg •Rotarians Golf Tournament Visit to NF
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Flag Raising [photo]
-United Way
oAttended by Councillors Patel and Nieuwesteeg
Grand Openings & Business Happenings [photos for each]
-Queen V Beauty Bar Grand Opening
oAlso attended by Councillors Nieuwesteeg and Patel
-Niagara Employment Help Centre 40th Anniversary
oAlso attended by Councillor Patel
-Dollar Tree Ferry Street Location Grand Opening
oAttended by Councillors Patel and Thomson
-Calhoun Sportswear 50th Anniversary
o(no councillors)
•OLG New PlaySmart Centre Opening
oAttended by Councillor Patel
-GROW — promotional event
o(no councillors)
-Lucky 7 Liquidation Grand Opening
oAlso attended by Councillor Patel
C) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 24, 2023.
6. DEPUTATIONS / PRESENTATIONS / APPOINTMENTS
6.1. Civic Recognition - Greater Niagara Baseball Association (GNBA) -
Niagara Falls 12U Falcons
The Niagara Falls 12U Falcons, GNBA baseball team competed in the Ontario
Baseball Association Provincial Championship in Chatham, Ontario, in the "A"
division against 11 other teams and won the championship. The team was
recognized for their achievement.
Coaches Lizzotti, Mannella, Meger and Rapp were all in attendance to assist
with the presentation of the awards.
6.2. Birchway Niagara (formerly Women's Place of South Niagara)
Amanda Braet, Director of Development & Stewardship from Birchway
Niagara, along with Amy Layton, Founder of the Lip Sync Niagara Fundraiser,
made a presentation to Council about a third -party fundraiser taking place to
support Birchway Niagara, the Lip Sync Battle. This year marks the 8th year
for the event and to date has raised over $57,000.00 to support our services.
Specifically, the request from Council is the following:
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- to request that individual Councillors consider purchasing tickets to attend.
- to include information and a link for people to purchase tickets on the city
website.
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council request the City promote the Lip Sync Battle and other
upcoming events on its social media channels.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent).
7. PLANNING MATTERS
7.1. PBD -2023-057 (Public Meeting)
AM -2023-012, Zoning By-law Amendment
8178 Thorold Stone Road
Proposal: To rezone a portion of the property from R1C to a site specific
R1 E zone to facilitate the creation of a new lot and construction of a new
detached dwelling
Applicant: Anthony Vacca
The Public meeting commenced at 5:38 PM.
Mackenzie Ceci , from the Planning, Building & Development Department,
provided an overview of Report PBD -2023-057.
There were no members of the public wishing to speak.
The Public meeting was closed at 5:47 PM.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
THAT Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment as detailed in this report
to rezone the eastern portion (Part 2) of the subject land a site specific
Residential 1 E Density (R1 E) zone to facilitate the creation of a new lot for the
construction of a detached dwelling.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
8. REPORTS
8.1. CLK-2023-07
2024 Council Schedule
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
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THAT Council approve the proposed 2024 meeting schedule and to include an
additional meeting on January 16, 2024; AND FURTHERMORE, to leave the
July 2024 and August 2024 Council meetings to begin at 1:00 PM.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
8.2. HR -2023-02
Whistle -Blower Corporate Policy
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by Councillor Lori Lococo
THAT Council receive the attached draft corporate policy (Whistle -blower), and
information for their consideration.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
8.3. PBD -2023-58
Building Permit Fee Review
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council support the recommendations of the Building Permit review fee
study;
THAT Council approve the recommended building permit fees as amended by
staff for clarification and outlined in Appendix 2;
THAT Staff forward an amended Building Permit Fee By-law to Council for
approval;
THAT Staff incorporate the building permit fees into the consolidated user fee
by-law in 2024 and increase the building permit fees 3% annually starting in
2024;
THAT Staff establish the Reserve Fund policy for Building Fees at a multiple of
between 1.0 to 1.25 times the annual direct cost; and
THAT Staff report back to Council on the parameters of an expedited service
program (fast tracking) for building permit applications as well as any
necessary financial or resource implications to administer the program.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
9. CONSENT AGENDA
9.1. F-2023-27
2023 Q2 Parking Fund Budget to Actual Variance (Unaudited)
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
THAT the Parking Fund Budget to Actual Variance report for the period ended
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June 30, 2023 be RECEIVED.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
9.2. PBD -2023-59
GTY-2019-002, Gateway Economic Community Improvement Plan and
Municipal Employment Incentive Program Application
6162 Progress Street
Applicant: 1992328 Ontario Inc.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
1. THAT Council approve the Niagara Gateway CIP Tax Increment Based
Grant program and Municipal Employment Incentive Program
Application for 6162 Progress Street, subject to the Owner satisfying the
program requirements.
2. THAT Council approve the use of the CIP City Wide reserve fund if
reserves are required to offset the approximate planning and building
permit fees and study grant costs of $64,890.00.
3. THAT the Niagara Region be advised of the decision of City Council.
4. THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and execute the Tri -
Party grant agreement and Municipal Employment Incentive Program
Agreement.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
10. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
10.1. Proclamation Request- Fire Prevention Week 2023
Fire Chief Jo Zambito is requesting Council to proclaim the week of October 8
to 14, 2023 as "Fire Prevention Week."
This year's theme is "Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire
prevention."
Recommendation: For the Approval of Council.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson
THAT Council approve the request to proclaim the week of October 8 to 14,
2023 as "Fire Prevention Week."
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
10.2. Proclamation Request - Mike Glavcic Day - Wednesday, December 6th,
2023
Denise Mateyk, President of St. George & St. Archangel Michael Serbian
Orthodox Church, is requesting Council proclaim Wednesday, December 6th,
2023 as "Mike Glavcic Day."
Recommendation: For the Approval of Council.
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Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson
THAT Council approve the request to proclaim Wednesday, December 6th,
2023 as "Mike Glavcic Day."
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
10.3. Proclamation Request - Lung Cancer Awareness Month - November 2023
A local resident is requesting that Council proclaim the month of November
2023 as "Lung Cancer Awareness Month."
Recommendation: For the Approval of Council.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson
THAT Council approve the request to proclaim the month of November 2023
as "Lung Cancer Awareness Month."
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
10.4. Resolution - Correspondence from Niagara Region
Attached is a resolution from the Niagara Region regarding Equity, Diversity
and Inclusion and the Damaging Impacts of Hate and Intolerance.
Recommendation: For Council's Consideration and Support.
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Lori Lococo
THAT Council defer the resolution from the Niagara Region regarding Equity,
Diversity and Inclusion and the Damaging Impacts of Hate and Intolerance,
until the Region provides a report.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
10.5. Resolution - Town of Fort Erie - Region's 2023 Operating Budget Levy
Approval
Attached please find a copy of a resolution passed by Fort Erie Council at its
Special Meeting of September 25, 2023
Recommendation: For Council Consideration and Support.
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson
THAT Council change the recommendation for this resolution from the Town of
Fort Erie regarding the Region's 2023 Operating Budget Levy Approval, to
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receive and file for information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
10.6. Resolution: Town of Parry Sound - Requesting Provincial Regulations
regarding Short -Term Rental Digital Platforms
At its September 19th Meeting, Town of Parry Sound Council passed
Resolution 2023-138, as attached, which supports the call of other
municipalities for provincial regulation of short-term rental digital platforms.
Recommendation: For Council Consideration and Support.
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council change the recommendation for this resolution from the Town of
Parry Sound regarding Provincial Regulations regarding Short -Term Rental
Digital Platforms, to receive and file for information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
11.1. Resolution - City of Cambridge - Declaring Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)
an Epidemic
Attached is a copy of a motion passed by Cambridge City Council on
September 12, 2023 regarding Declaring Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and
Epidemic.
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
11.2. Resolution - City of Quinte West - Support of Municipality of Wawa re:
Chronic Pain Treatments
At their meeting on September 20, 2023, the Council of the Municipality of
Quinte West carried support in reference to Motion No 23-356 regarding "The
Municipality of Wawa - Chronic Pain Treatments".
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
11.3. Resolution - Town of Midland - "Catch and Release" Justice is Ontario
Attached is a resolution of support regarding the Catch and Release Justice is
Ontario, passed by the Town of Midland Council at its September 6, 2023
meeting.
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
11.4. Resolution -Northumberland County -Highway Traffic Act Amendments
Attached is a resolution of support regarding "Highway Traffic Act
Amendments," passed by Northumberland County Council at its September
20th, 2023 meeting.
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
11.5. Resolution - Town of Aurora - Council Opposition to Strong Mayor
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Powers in Aurora
Atttached is a resolution from the Town of Aurora Council meeting of
September 26, 2023, regarding a resolution adopted by Council respecting
Aurora Council Opposition to Strong Mayor Powers in Aurora.
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
11.6. Resolution - County of Brant - Guaranteed Livable Income
Attached is a resolution from the County of Brant regarding the Guaranteed
Livable Income
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council receive for information the resolution from the County of Brant
regarding Guaranteed Livable Income.
Carried (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote and Councillors
Patel, Nieuwesteeg and Thomson were opposed).
11.7. Comments from resident
11.8. Resolution - Support B/Nai Brith's Demand - Deschenes Commission
Report - War Criminals
Attached is a resolution requesting Niagara Falls City Council support the
request for the immediate release of all documentation pertaining to the 1986
Commission of Inquiry on War Criminals in Canada including an unredacted
version of the Rodal report.
Recommendation - For the Information of Council.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT Council receive and file for information Item #11.1 through to Item #11.8,
excluding Item #11.6.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
12. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
12.1. Memo to Council - Municipal Response to Housing Affordability Task
Force's Recommendations
Response to The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Municipal Affairs and
Housing letter of September 15, 2023 requesting a Response to the Housing
Affordability Task Force.
It is recommended:
1.THAT the following Task Force recommendations be endorsed as the top 5
recommendations, and the associated comments be provided to the Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing .
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-Recommendation 56 (Originally No. 48): The Ontario government should
establish a large "Ontario Housing Delivery Fund" and encourage the federal
government to match funding. This fund should reward:
a) Annual housing growth that meets or exceeds provincial targets
b) Reductions in total approval times for new housing
c) The speedy removal of exclusionary zoning practices.
Comment: Funding for large scale affordable housing projects is supported,
however it should be noted that while the City can address procedures to
efficiently bring projects to a shovel ready status the actual construction of
projects depends on the private sector (developers and builders). It is
recommended that further measures to encourage the private sector to
develop vacant lands that are shovel ready be considered by the Province.
-Recommendation 38 (Originally No. 31): In clearing the existing backlog,
encourage the Tribunal to prioritize projects close to the finish line that will
support housing growth and intensification, as well as regional water or utility
infrastructure decisions that will unlock significant housing capacity.
-Recommendation 50 (Originally No. 42): Provide provincial and federal loan
guarantees for purpose built rental, affordable rental and affordable ownership
projects.
-Recommendation 51 (Originally No. 43): Enable municipalities, subject to
adverse economic events, to withdraw infrastructure allocations from any
permitted projects where construction has not been initiated within three years
of building permits being issued.
Comment: Consideration should also be given to enabling municipalities to
withdraw infrastructure allocations to projects which have received zoning,
subdivision or site plan approvals but have not been initiated within three years
of approvals being granted.
-Recommendation 53 (Originally No. 45): Improve funding for colleges, trades
schools, and apprenticeships, encourage and incentivize municipalities, unions
and employers to provide more -on-the-job training.
Comment: Staff recognize that substantially increasing the rate at which
housing is constructed depends on increasing the number of skilled
tradespersons and support initiatives to do so. Staff also note that
municipalities may need to increase staffing to process Building and Planning
applications as well as advancing municipal infrastructure projects.
2.THAT the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing be advised that support
of these recommendations is contingent on funding being provided to the new
South Niagara Falls Waste Water Treatment Plant.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
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Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
13HAT the following Task Force recommendations be endorsed as the top 5
recommendations, and the associated comments be provided to the Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing .
-Recommendation 56 (Originally No. 48): The Ontario government should
establish a large "Ontario Housing Delivery Fund" and encourage the federal
government to match funding. This fund should reward:
a) Annual housing growth that meets or exceeds provincial targets
b) Reductions in total approval times for new housing
c) The speedy removal of exclusionary zoning practices.
Comment: Funding for large scale affordable housing projects is supported,
however it should be noted that while the City can address procedures to
efficiently bring projects to a shovel ready status the actual construction of
projects depends on the private sector (developers and builders). It is
recommended that further measures to encourage the private sector to
develop vacant lands that are shovel ready be considered by the Province.
-Recommendation 38 (Originally No. 31): In clearing the existing backlog,
encourage the Tribunal to prioritize projects close to the finish line that will
support housing growth and intensification, as well as regional water or utility
infrastructure decisions that will unlock significant housing capacity.
-Recommendation 50 (Originally No. 42): Provide provincial and federal loan
guarantees for purpose built rental, affordable rental and affordable ownership
projects.
-Recommendation 51 (Originally No. 43): Enable municipalities, subject to
adverse economic events, to withdraw infrastructure allocations from any
permitted projects where construction has not been initiated within three years
of building permits being issued.
Comment: Consideration should also be given to enabling municipalities to
withdraw infrastructure allocations to projects which have received zoning,
subdivision or site plan approvals but have not been initiated within three years
of approvals being granted.
-Recommendation 53 (Originally No. 45): Improve funding for colleges, trades
schools, and apprenticeships, encourage and incentivize municipalities, unions
and employers to provide more -on-the-job training, and to promote
apprenticeship opportunities.
Comment: Staff recognize that substantially increasing the rate at which
housing is constructed depends on increasing the number of skilled
tradespersons and support initiatives to do so. Staff also note that
municipalities may need to increase staffing to process Building and Planning
applications as well as advancing municipal infrastructure projects.
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23HAT the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing be advised that support
of these recommendations is contingent on funding being provided to the new
South Niagara Falls Waste Water Treatment Plant.
Carried (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote and Councillor
Lococo was opposed).
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council request a summary of all of the other municipalities' lists that
were submitted from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
12.2. Memo - Niagara Falls Public Library
Attached is a memo from the Niagara Falls Public Library requesting Council to
appoint Mr. Fraiman, a community representative, to complete the remainder of
the Public Library Board Term.
Recommendation: THAT the current vacancy on the Niagara Falls Public
Library Board be filled by Michael Fraiman.
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT the current vacancy on the Niagara Falls Public Library Board be filled
by Michael Fraiman.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
13. RATIFICATION OF IN -CAMERA
a) Ratification of In -Camera
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
Council met in closed session on September 19, 2023, after publicly passing a
resolution in open session, to go In -Camera. At this meeting there was
direction to staff to obtain outside legal counsel regarding an OLT matter, as
well as provide staff with direction regarding Council's Strategic Plan, to be
presented at the October 24, 2023 Council meeting, AND, from this evening's
In -Camera meeting, THAT Council provide direction to staff to continue to
negotiate a proposed or pending acquisition of land by the municipality.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
14. MOTIONS
14.1. MOTION -Public Safety -Welland River (Chippawa Creek)
Councillor Nieuwesteeg submitted the attached motion concerning public
safety measures in the Welland River.
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It is recommended:
THAT staff bring a report back to Council to see how the City and other
appropriate agencies can improve public safety in the Welland River (aka- The
Chippawa Creek).
Moved by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT staff bring a report back to Council to see how the City and other
appropriate agencies can improve public safety in the Welland River (aka- The
Chippawa Creek) and to focus more attention and awareness to the danger of
the current with the use of additional signs.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
14.2 Motion to Reconsider - PBD -2023-47
Employment Lands Conversion: Official Plan Amendment No. 157 (Fraser
Street, west of Stanley Avenue and lands east of Fourth Avenue, north of
Hamilton Street)
Councillor Baldinelli requested that PBD -2023-47 (brought before Council at the
August 15, 2023 Council Meeting) be brought back before Council for reconsideration.
Motion (from August 15, 2023 Council meeting):
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lococo, seconded by Councillor Campbell
THAT Council deny the request from Staff to amend the Official Plan to convert two
industrial designated sites into residential.
Moved by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
Seconded by Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
THAT Council pass a motion to reconsider the above noted decision to refuse Official
Plan Amendment (OPA 157) and that Council direct Staff to bring back the matter at a
future public meeting of Council with a recommendation report and notice to be
provided in accordance with the Planning Act, including to all persons that provided
comments and appeared at the previous Council meeting.
Ayes: Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Mike
Strange, Councillor Wayne Thomson, Councillor Ruth -Ann
Nieuwesteeg, Councillor Mona Patel, and Councillor Tony Baldinelli
Nays: Councillor Lori Lococo
CARRIED. 7-1 on a recorded vote
a) Adopt -a -Signal - clearing of snow around signals
Councillor Lococo mentioned the possible introduction of an "adopt a signal"
program for snow clearing.
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Direction to Staff: Erik Nickel, General Manager of Municipal Works, will
include information pertaining to the clearing of snow around traffic signals in
an upcoming sidewalk clearing report.
b) Fallsview BIA - Security Cameras
Councillor Thomson requested Staff to direct the Fallsview BIA to share
camera footage with the Niagara Regional Police.
Direction to Staff: Jason, CAO, to follow-up by taking this matter to the NRP.
C) Rodent/Rat Issue in the City of Niagara Falls
Councillor Thomson brought forth the issue of the rise in rat and rodent
infestation throughout the City of Niagara Falls.
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
THAT Council direct Staff to request the Region and Health Department to take
responsibility of the rat/rodent issue in Niagara Falls by handling the
complaints; and that Council waive the procedural by-law regarding the notice
of motion process.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
d) Speed Cameras, Bus Stops - site -line reviews, Traffic Lights and
Touchless Signals
Councillor Tony Baldinelli and Councillor Patel addressed the matters of speed
cameras set up across the city, bus stops and ensuring site lines are not
obstructed and installing intelligent traffic lights to ensure a better and safer
flow of traffic and the possible use of touchless signals.
Direction to Staff: Erik Nickel, General Manager of Municipal Works, will
arrange a workshop with Transportation staff at the Region to address all of
these issues.
e) Niagara Falls Spooky Awards - 2023
Councillor Mike Strange announced the 4th Annual Niagara Falls Spooky
Awards that is currently taking place for 2023.
The Niagara Falls Spooky Awards is our free, outdoor Halloween display
competition. Last year more than 50 homes officially entered the competition!
Altogether, 9 awards will be issued to our spookiest residents across three
categories: Judges' Favourite, Best Effects, and People's Choice. Thanks to all
for joining in the fun and showcasing your incredible talent and enthusiasm. We
look forward to seeing all the spook-tacular displays!
Get Spooky! There are lots of ways to participate:
Create an outdoor Halloween display at your home or business. See Official
Entry Rules below. Registration is open October 4 - 25, 2023 and the Entry
Form is Linked Here
Tour the displays across the city with the Spooky Map! Displays will be lit right
up to Halloween night, so hop in the car with your family and friends to see all
the creepy decorations! Coming Soon
Cast your vote in the People's Choice Awards. Voting will be open to the public
during the judging window (from 6:OOpm on Oct 27 to 10:00pm on Oct. 29
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only). Linked Here
Follow the competition on Facebook! Competitors campaign for visits and
votes by sharing photos and videos.
f) Dunn Street Extension - Housing Concepts
Councillor Pietrangelo was looking for an update regarding the Kalar Road
property.
16. BY-LAWS
2023- A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting
093. held on the 3rd day of October, 2023.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT the by-law be read a first, second and third time and passed.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from vote).
17. ADJOURNMENT
That Council adjourn the meeting at x:xxPM
a) Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Lori Lococo
That Council adjourn the meeting at 7:38 PM.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
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