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4:00 PM - Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Council Chambers/Zoom App.
The City Council Meeting of the City of Niagara Falls was called to order on Tuesday, April 30,
2024, at 4:10 PM, in the Council Chambers, with the following members present:
COUNCIL Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Tony Baldinelli, Councillor Wayne
PRESENT: Campbell, Councillor Lori Lococo, Councillor Mona Patel, Councillor
Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Mike Strange, Councillor Wayne Thomson
COUNCIL Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg
ABSENT:
STAFF Kira Dolch (Acting CAO), Margaret Corbett (Acting City Clerk), Erik
PRESENT: Nickel, Tiffany Clark, James Dowling, Nidhi Punyarthi, Kathy
Moldenhauer, Andrew Bryce, Shelley Darlington, Bill Matson (attended
meeting in Chambers)< Heather Ruzylo
Trent Dark, Chief Jo Zambito(attending meeting via Zoom).
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 4:10 PM.
2. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Councillor Campbell left the meeting at 4:14 PM and returned at 4:15 PM.
2.1. Council Minutes of April 9, 2024
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Lori Lococo
THAT Council approve the minutes of the April 9, 2024 meeting as presented,
with the exception of changing the motion of Item #7.5 as brought forth by
Councillor Lococo.
Carried Unanimously
3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
a) Councillor Wayne Thomson declared a conflict of interest to Item #7.1 - PBD-
2024-16 (AM-2023-031), 5858-5882 Dunn Street, as the Councillor works with
the family that owns the property.
4. MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
a) Mayor Diodati extended condolences to the families of:
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Janet Jessop, member of the Mayor's Accessibility Committee.
Edward "Ed" Nieuwesteeg, husband of Councillor Ruth -Ann
Nieuwesteeg.
b) Mayor Diodati mentioned the following City events:
Paul Bongers 60th Birthday Celebration fphotol
• Also attended by Councillors Baldinelli, Patel and Pietrangelo
Eid Prayer and Celebration fphotol
Canadian Sport Jiu-Jitsu National Championships fphotol
Niagara Falls Older Adults Lunch & Awards fphotol
Niagara District Airport AGM fphotol
Gathering in Honour of Gord Singleton/ falls illumination fphotol
• Also attended by Councillor Patel
• Knights of Columbus Convention Banquet fphotol
• Also attended by Councillor Patel
• National Day of Mourning fphotol
• Attended by Councillors Lococo, Patel, Thomson
• Regional Councillors Morocco, Craitor and Quinn from MPP Gates' Office
• Hatch 100 Years in Hydropower Celebration fphotol
Councillor Representation
Councillor Lococo Willoughby Manor Volunteer
Appreciation Week
Councillor Strange Cannabis Tourism Summit
Business Happenings [photos for each were shownl
• Color By Kellie and No Tell Cocktail
o Attended by Councillors Baldinelli and Patel
• Elgin Falls Retirement Community
o Also attended by Councillor Lococo
• Movement Massage Therapy and Wellness
o Also attended by Councillor Patel
Flag Raisings (photos for each were shown)
• Sikh Heritage Month
o Also attended by ??
• Parental Alienation Awareness
o Also attended by Councillor Patel
Knights of Columbus Week
o Also attended by Councillors Patel and Thomson
c) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 28, 2024.
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5. DEPUTATIONS / PRESENTATIONS
5.1. Civic Recognition - U14 Racquetball Provincial Champion
Carter Kolbuc, resident of Niagara Falls, won the U14 Co -Ed double bounce
Category at the Ontario Provincial Championship held in Burlington April 5 to 7.
Carter is in his first year of playing racquetball. Todd Bright, Carter's coach,
addressed Council recognizing Carter's efforts and achievements.
5.2. Niagara Falls Seniors Advisory Committee
Members of the Seniors Advisory Committee requested to make a presentation
to City Council about activities during Seniors Month in Niagara Falls. The
following members of the Seniors Advisory Committee, Eileen Tinio-Hind, Anna
Racine and Ewald Kuczera addressed Council.
Flag -Raising and Proclamation Request - The Seniors Advisory Committee
is requesting Council to approve a flag -raising ceremony within the first month
of June at the Rosberg Flag poles and to proclaim the month of June as
"Seniors Month."
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell
THAT Council APPROVE a flag -raising ceremony within the first month of June
at the Rosberg Flag poles and proclaim the month of June as "Seniors Month."
Carried Unanimously
5.3. R&C-2024-06
Seniors Advisory Committee - Seniors Month
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell
THAT Council PROMOTE Senior's month scheduled for the month of June that
will feature a variety of engaging activities and events tailored to our senior
communities' interests; AND, THAT Council APPROVE a flag -raising
ceremony within the first week of June at the Rosberg Flag poles and
PROCLAIM the month of June as "Seniors Month."
Carried Unanimously
5.4. Mayor's Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Mayor's Accessibility Advisory Committee has requested to present a letter
for Council's support regarding provincial programs and to promote an
upcoming region -wide accessibility workshop they are hosting.
Speaking on behalf of the Mayor's Accessibility Advisory Committee will be
Committee Chairs: Robert (Bob) Romanuk and Ceilidh Allison Corcoran.
Flag -Raising and Proclamation Request - The Mayor's Accessibility Advisory
Committee is requesting Council to approve a flag -raising ceremony during
National Accessibility Awareness month (end of May/beginning of June) and to
proclaim the week of May 26, 2024 - June 1, 2024 as "National Accessibility
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Week."
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
THAT Council SUPPORT the provincial programs as stated in the letter
presented and promote an upcoming region -wide accessibility workshop that is
being hosted on our social media channels; AND,THAT Council APPROVE a
flag -raising ceremony during National Accessibility Awareness month (end of
May/beginning of June) and to proclaim the week of May 26, 2024 - June 1,
2024 as "National Accessibility Week."
Carried Unanimously
6. FINANCE PUBLIC MEETING
6.1. Public Meeting - Development Charges
The City of Niagara Falls Council is holding a public meeting to discuss
proposed development charge rates as well as the policies that will be applied
throughout the City. Council will be considering the approval of updated
development charges by-laws on a date following this public meeting.
The Finance Public Meeting commenced at 4:56 PM.
Jaclyn Hall, of Hemson Consulting Inc., along with Danielle Tivoli (Consultant)
provided a presentation to Council.
Councillors were provided an opportunity to ask the Consultants and staff
questions pertaining to the Development Charges study.
Council heard from the following members of the public wishing to speak to the
development charge study.
-Doug Birrell, Executive Director of the Niagara Falls Hotel Association,
addressed Council citing his concerns with the development charge study
asking if some of it can be deferred or if some of it is elective? Asked Council
to work with the industry to see how it can be phased in ...... as it affects new
builds and renovations.
-Mr. Raci, of Niagara Falls, addressed Council, providing a perspective of the
struggle millennials would have to pay this when they don't even have a house
to live in.
The Finance Public Meeting closed at 6:23 PM.
7. PLANNING MATTERS
7.1. PBD-2024-16
AM-2023-031
Zoning By-law Amendment Application
5858-5882 Dunn Street
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Applicant: Residence at Niagara Inc. (Rohit Parmar)
Agent: Nilamraj (Raj) Patel (RPD Studio)
The Public Meeting commenced at 6:24 PM.
Nick DeBenedetti, Planner 2, provided an overview of Report PBD-2024-16.
Raj Patel, agent, introduced Rob Russell, whom is the Planner from Robert
Russell Planning Consultants. Rob provided Council with a brief presentation
supporting the application and the recommendations as presented.
Councillor Pietrangelo left Chambers at 6:25 PM and returned at 6:33 PM.
Councillor Strange left Chambers at 6:27 PM and returned at 6:31 PM.
The Public Meeting was closed at 6:45 PM.
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Lori Lococo
1. THAT Council APPROVE the Zoning By-law amendment to rezone the
property a site- specific Residential Apartment 5C Density (R5C) Zone
to permit 72 stacked townhouse dwelling units within 4 blocks, subject to
the regulations outlined in this report.
2. THAT a future internal access connection with the adjacent property to
the west be reviewed by the General Manager of Planning, Building &
Development as part of the site plan control.
3. THAT the amending zoning by-law include a sunset clause to require
the execution of a site plan agreement on title within 3 years of the
passing of the zoning by-law.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Thomson declared a conflict).
7.2. PBD-2024-15
AM-2023-030, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
26CD-11-2023-009, Plan of Vacant Land Condiminium
3958 Cardinal Drive
Applicant: 12604515 Canada Corporation (Mohanned Sawan)
Agent: Joe Lakatos (AJ Lakatos Planning Consultant)
Councillor Baldinelli left Chambers at 6:45 PM and returned at 6:49 PM.
The Public meeting commenced at 6:46 PM.
Nick DeBenedetti, Planner 2, provided an overview of Report PBD-2024-15.
Lisha Song & Xiaochong Li, of 7920 Foxe Drive, cited their concerns about this
proposed draft plan and zoning by-law amendment, discussing the height and
proximity and asked for other options to be considered pertaining to shadow
issues.
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Dina lasobaccio, of 3917 Cardinal Drive, addressed Council citing traffic and
speed concerns with this development.
Pat Dimarco, resident at corner of Cardinal Drive and Oakridge Drive, asked
questions of the development questioning if there were other proposals for this
area. Concerned about the high -density in this area.
Joe Lakatos, Agent, spoke in support of the recommendations and the
conditions as presented by our City planner and addressed the concerns
raised pertaining to the shadows; no windows facing the neighbours and no
trees.
The Public meeting closed at 7:14 PM.
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson
1. THAT Council APPROVE the Zoning By-law amendment to rezone the
property to a site -specific Residential Low Density, Grouped Multiple
Dwellings (R4) zone, to allow for the development of 33 townhouse
dwelling units within 5 blocks, subject to the regulations outlined in this
report;
2. THAT the Plan of Vacant Land Condominium be DRAFT APPROVED
subject to the conditions in Appendix A;
3. THAT the Mayor or designate be AUTHORIZED to sign the draft plan as
"approved" 20 days after notice of Council's decision has been given as
required by the Planning Act, provided no appeals of the decision have
been lodged;
4. THAT DRAFT APPROVAL be given for three years, after which
approval will lapse unless an extension is requested by the developer
and granted by Council; and,
5. THAT the Mayor and City Clerk be AUTHORIZED to execute the
Condominium Agreement and any required documents to allow for
the future registration of the condominium when all matters are
addressed to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.
Carried Unanimously
8. IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL
Council addressed Item #9.9 - R&C-2024-05 - Gale Centre Agreements with the Jr. A
Canucks & Jr. C. Riverhawks prior to moving the resolutions to go In -Camera.
8.1. In -Camera Resolution
8.2. In -Camera Resolution - for May 14, 2024
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell
THAT Council enter into an In -Camera session on April 30th, 2024 and on May
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14, 2024.
Carried Unanimously
9. REPORTS
Council went In -Camera at 7:59 PM and resumed open Council meeting at 9:29 PM.
9.1. F-2024-01
2022 Budget to Actual Variance (unaudited) - Tax Levy Supported
Operating Fund
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
1. THAT Council RECEIVE report F-2024-01, 2022 Budget to Actual
Variance (unaudited) - Tax Levy Supported Operating Fund for
information.
2. THAT Council APPROVE the recommended operating special purpose
reserve consolidations (transfers) as outlined in the charts in attachment
14 - Operating Special Purpose Reserve Updates.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Campbell was absent from the vote).
9.2. Council moved to address Item #13.1 on the agenda, as the organizer of the
Ukrainian Festival asked to speak to the matter, to promote the upcoming
event.
F-2024-18
Gale Centre Storm Water Project Capital Budget Amendment
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council APPROVE a 2024 Capital Budget Amendment to create STMS
59-24 for the Gale Centre Storm Water Design with a total budget of $60,000
(inclusive of non -recoverable HST), funded by Capital Special Purpose
Reserves.
Carried Unanimously
9.3. F-2024-19
White Drain Petition Capital Budget Amendment
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson
THAT Council DEFER this report F-2024-19 and to have Staff bring a report
back to Council on May 28, 2024.
Carried Unanimously
9.4. L-2024-07
Encroachment Agreement with the City
3858 Garner Road — A concrete driveway, Quonset Hut, trailer, fence and
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miscellaneous materials
Sean Temple and Sharon Marie Temple
Our File No. 2023-169
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council extend the curfew beyond 10:00 PM to continue Council
proceedings.
Carried Unanimously
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council defer Report L-2024-07 until the next Council meeting on May
28, 2024.
Carried Unanimously
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council withdraw the motion of deferral and to move the following
recommendations:
1. In the event that Council determines it is in the best interest of the public
to do so, THAT the City enter into an Encroachment Agreement
respecting the concrete driveway, Quonset Hut, trailer, fence and
miscellaneous materials into Swart Street with Sean Temple and Sharon
Marie Temple, the owners of 3858 Garner Road.
2. THAT the City Solicitor and Chief Administrative Officer, or their
designate, are authorized to execute the required Encroachment
Agreement.
3. THAT the City Solicitor is authorized to register the Encroachment
Agreement on title to 3858 Garner Road and the applicable parcel for
the affected portion of Swart Street in the Land Registry Office at the
owners' expense.
Carried (Councillor Lococo was opposed).
9.5. MW-2024-17
Schisler Road and Koabel Road Bridge Rehabilitations - Contract Award
(2024-552-21)
Moved by Councillor Wayne Campbell
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
1. THAT Council award Request for Tender 2024-552-21, Schisler Road
and Koabel Road Bridge Rehabilitations, to the lowest compliant bidder,
Rankin Construction Inc., in the amount of $1,143,574.00 + HST.
2. THAT Council approve a 2024 capital budget amendment for the Koabel
Road Bridge Rehabilitation project (BC24-21) in the amount of
$65,000.00, with $63,856.00 to be funded from OCIF and $1,144.00
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from the Capital Special Purpose Reserve.
3. THAT Council approve a 2024 capital budget amendment for the
Schisler Road Bridge Rehabilitation project (BC26-21) in the amount of
$70,000.00, with $68,768.00 to be funded from OCIF and $1,232.00
from the Capital Special Purpose Reserve.
4. THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
agreements.
Carried Unanimously
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Niagara Falls Pickleball Facility Development
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT Council ACCEPTS the recommendation of staff that M.F. Ker Park
(3420 Sinnicks Ave, Niagara Falls) is the preferred location for the new
dedicated 6-court pickleball facility.
Carried Unanimously
9.7 MW-2024-19
Chippawa Parkway & Dorchester Road Infrastructure Improvements - Cost
Sharing
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell
1. THAT Staff be directed to enter a cost sharing agreement for local road
improvements along Dorchester Road and Chippawa Parkway in conjunction
with the Riverfront Development.
2. THAT Staff be directed to coordinate the design, construction, on -going
operation and maintenance of the Riverfront Community pumping station with
the Riverfront Developer Centennial Homes (Niagara) Inc.in accordance with
Regional Policy.
3. THAT the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute all necessary
Operational and Maintenance Agreements, Development Agreements and/or
Cost sharing Agreements.
4. THAT Council approve a 2024 Capital Budget Amendment in the amount of
$4,850,000, inclusive of non -recoverable HST, funded from Development
Charges.
Ayes: Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Mike Strange, Councillor
Wayne Thomson, Councillor Tony Baldinelli, Councillor Mona Patel,
Councillor Ruth -Ann Nieuwesteeg, and Councillor Wayne Campbell
Nays: Councillor Lori Lococo
Carried (Councillor Lococo was opposed). 7-1 on a recorded vote
9.8. PBD-2024-17
Walker South Landfill Phase 2 Environmental Assessment Request for
Comments on Terms of Reference
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Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT Council RECEIVE Staff Report PBD-2024-17 and direct that a copy of
this report be forwarded to Walker Environmental Group for inclusion in
comments on the Terms of Reference for the Environmental Assessment for
the Proposed Walker South Landfill Phase 2.
Carried Unanimously
9.9. R&C-2024-05
Gale Centre Agreements with the Jr A Canucks & Jr C Riverhawks
This item was discussed prior to Council going In -Camera (after Item #7.2).
Brandon Boone, Co-owner & Director of Community & Minor Hockey
Engagement, and Chris Gallagher, from the Niagara Falls Minor Hockey
Association, and Mike Cressman, of the Niagara Falls Riverhawks, addressed
Council regarding Report R&C-2024-05.
Frank Pietrangelo, also spoke about the economic impact on the City of
Niagara Falls of hosting events/tournaments and expressed his appreciation of
the support from the City.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT Council DEFER the report R&C-2024-05 and direct staff to bring a
report to Council on May 28, 2024.
Carried Unanimously
9.10. L-2024-06
Construction Fencing By-law
Our File No. 2024-03
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT Council DEFER Report L-2024-03 to come back at a future Council
meeting.
Carried Unanimously
10. CONSENT AGENDA
10.1. F-2024-17
2023 Parking Fund Budget to Actual Variance (Unaudited)
Moved by Councillor Wayne Campbell
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Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
THAT Council RECEIVE the Parking Fund Budget to Actual Variance report for
the year ended December 31, 2023.
Carried Unanimously
10.2. BDD-2024-01
Small Business Enterprise Centre (SBEC/BDD)
Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
SBEC Program Transfer Payment Agreement
Moved by Councillor Wayne Campbell
Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
THAT Council AUTHORIZE the Mayor and Clerk to sign the SBEC-MEDJCT
SBEC Program Transfer Payment Agreement.
Carried Unanimously
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
11.1. Resolution -Town of Goderich - OW and ODSP Rates
Attached is a resolution from the Town of Goderich regarding the OW and
ODSP Rates.
Recommendation: THAT Council Support the Resolution.
11.2. Resolution - City of Peterborough - Bill to amend the Ombudsman Act
Attached is a resolution from the City of Peterborough requesting a Bill to
amend the Ombudsman Act.
Recommendation: THAT Council Support the resolution from the City of
Peterborough.
11.3. Proclamation Request - National AccessAbility Week and Red Shirt Day
Easter Seals Ontario is requesting Council to proclaim May 26, 2024 - June 1,
2024 as "National AccessAbility Week"and to share the declaration on the
City's websites and social media outlets; AND THAT Wednesday, May 29,
2024 be recognized as "Red Shirt Day" of Action for Accessibility and
Inclusion.
Recommendation: THAT Council APPROVE the request.
11.4. Proclamation Request - National Public Works Week
On behalf of the many women and men employed to serve the community in
the Municipal Works Division, our General Manager of Municipal Works, Erik
Nickel, is kindly requesting the City of Niagara Falls proclaim May 19-25, 2024
as National Public Works Week.
Recommendation: THAT Council APPROVE the request.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
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THAT Council approve/support Item #11.1 through to an including Item #11.5.
Carried Unanimously
11.5. Noise By-law Exemption Request
Requester: Jennifer Hauth, 3477 Avery Blvd
Type of Act: The playing of music and amplification of sound for a wedding
reception.
Exemption Date & Time: June 1, 2024 By-law allows until 9:00pm Exemption
would be until 12 midnight.
Additional details: There will be approximately 130 people.
The property is around 4 acres, with a good amount of space between the
neighbours.
We have notified surrounding neighbours of the event and provided our contact
information should they have any concerns
Recommendation: THAT Council APPROVE the Noise By-law Exemption for
the 3 hours being requested.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council approve/support Item #11.1 through to and including Item #11.5.
Carried Unanimously
12. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
12.1. Letter from Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA)
Attached is correspondence resulting from the Niagara Peninsula Source
Protection Committee (SPC) meeting held on March 26, 2024. The
correspondence is regarding the Ontario Auditor General's Value -for -Money
Audit of Public Health Ontario released in December 2023.
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
12.2. Niagara Region Correspondence
Attached is correspondence sent from the Niagara Region regarding the
following:
1. Niagara Region Report PDS 6-2024 Development Applications Monitoring
Report - 2023 Year End.
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
12.3. Resolution - City of St. Catharines - Provincial Regulations Needed to
Restrict Keeping of Non-native ("exotic") Wild Animals
Attached is notification from the St. Catharines City Council regarding
Provincial Regulations Needed to Restrict Keeping of Non-native ("exotic")
Wild Animals.
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
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12.4. Resolution - Municipality of Clarington - The Perfect Storm - Impact of
Provincial Changes on our Community
Attached is correspondence regarding the above noted matter.
Recommendation: For the Information of Council.
12.5. Niagara Region Waste Management Strategic Plan - Upcoming
Engagement Opportunities
The Niagara Region will be hosting one or more open houses and conducting
surveys for municipal staff and the public to gather insights into waste
management in Niagara as they plan for the next 25 years.
For more information you can visit niagararegion.ca/future-of-waste and click
on the attachment below.
Recommendation: For the Information of Council
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council receive and file for information Item #12.1 through to and
including Item #12.5.
Carried Unanimously
13. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
13.1. Ukrainian Family Festival - Saturday, July 6, 2024
The Niagara Ukrainian Family Festival is scheduled to take place on Saturday,
July 6, 2024 from 12:00 PM until 8:00 PM at St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic
Church.
Recommendation: THAT Council accept the presentation made by organizer
of the event and that Council Support the Festival by declaring it an event of
municipal significance and promotion through the City's social networks.
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Lori Lococo
THAT Council ACCEPT the presentation made by organizer of the event and
that Council SUPPORT the Festival by declaring it an event of municipal
significance and promotion through the City's social networks.
Carried Unanimously
13.2. Noise By-law Exemption Request - Niagara Irish Festival
The 2nd Annual Niagara Irish Festival is being held at Firemen's Park, 2275
Dorchester Road on Friday, August 23, 2024 and Saturday, August 24, 2024.
Recommendation: THAT Council APPROVE the request to extend the noise
by-law to allow live bands to play at Firemen's Park until 11:00 PM on both
nights, August 23, 2024 and August 24, 2024 for the Niagara Irish Festival.
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Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
THAT Council APPROVE the request to extend the noise by-law to allow live
bands to play at Firemen's Park until 11:00 PM on both nights, August 23,
2024 and August 24, 2024 for the Niagara Irish Festival.
Carried Unanimously
13.3. Fallsview BIA - Board of Directors
The Fallsview BIA have recently assembled their Board of Directors and are
requesting that Council approve the following individuals to the Board:
Ann Marie Nitsopoulis Vice Chair
Chris Mason
Doug Birrell
George Yerich
Treasurer
Jason Galella
Jerimiah Rudan
Jim Graham
Chair
Katarina Etezadi
Secretary
Nicki Winger
Patrick Regina
Rick Dritsacos
Vince DiCosimo
Wayne Thomson
Honourary/Past Chair
Recommendation: THAT Council APPROVE the composition of the Board of
Directors for the Fallsview BIA as submitted.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council APPROVE the composition of the Board of Directors for the
Fallsview BIA as submitted.
Carried Unanimously
14. RATIFICATION OF IN -CAMERA
a) Ratification of In -Camera
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council ACCEPT an offer to purchase part of Ferguson Laneway
(located between 4473-4478 Ferguson Street and 4499 Ferguson Street), for
$70,000.00, subject to entering into a formal Housing Services Rent
Supplement Landlord Agreement for a term of 10 years as required by Niagara
Regional Housing and the City.
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THAT the City Solicitor and Chief Administrative Officer, or their designate, is
AUTHORIZED to execute all other documentation and take whatever steps
necessary to carry out and complete the transaction.
THAT Council AUTHORIZES, in principle, the entry into a Lease Agreement
with Great Lakes Entertainment Canada Ltd. over a portion of the Ontario
Avenue Road Allowance, subject to the following changes directed by Council:
• Phase 1 to be completed in 5 years, and Phase 2 to be completed in 3
years.
• Site plan application to be submitted in 2 years.
• Construction security to be returned if all conditions are met at the end
of phase 2.
THAT the City Solicitor and the Chief Administrative Officer, or their designate,
are AUTHORIZED to execute all documentation and take whatever steps
necessary to carry out the above -mentioned recommendation.
Carried Unanimously
15. NOTICE OF MOTION/NEW BUSINESS
a) Notice of Motion - Casino Police Unit
Councillor Lori Lococo brought forth the following notice of motion:
- That Council review the Casino Police Agreement;
- That Council be provided statistics of the "additional policing costs caused by
the presence of the two casinos";
- That Council be provided the statistics of what "adequate effective staffing
and services levels" are
- That Council be provided statistics of what "patrol and servicing levels" are in
the area;
- That Council be provided the quarterly reports for information;
- That Staff provide recommendations and possible amendments to the
agreement.
b) Notice of Motion - Litter in the City
Councillor Lori Lococo brought forth the following notice of motion:
That staff come back with some options for cleaning up garbage in the city. It
could include, but not limited to, more city cleanups, equipment required,
frequency, insurance, liability, how the Adopt a Street program works, etc.
c) Councillor Pietrangelo assumed the position of Chair at 10:42.
Notice of Motion - Parking Optimization Study
Mayor Diodati brought forth the following notice of motion:
Request for Staff to undertake a parking optimization study that offers an
innovative approach to maximize revenue for the City during peak tourist
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season and special events. It could consider real-time parking availability,
modified dynamic pricing and leveraging technology to ensure buy -in from
stakeholders and residents. As timing permits, we would look to reap the
benefits of this for this -coming tourist season.
Mayor Diodati resumed as Chair at 10:45 PM.
d) Patio Permits - Application fees
Councillor Mike Strange discussed the current patio permit application process.
Direction to Staff: To ask Staff to bring a report back to Council investigating
the patio permit application process, including the fees charged, and to look at
other municipalities in our region to compare the process.
16. MOTIONS
16.1. Procedural By-law - At the Council meeting of March 19, 2024, Councillor
Mike Strange brought forth the following motion:
Motion:
THAT Staff be directed to look for efficiencies in running the Council meetings
via updates to the Procedural By-law.
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Staff be directed to look for efficiencies in running the Council meetings
via updates to the Procedural By-law and to conduct an education session to
review the by-law with Council.
Carried Unanimously
17. BY-LAWS
2024- A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit the use of the lands for the
042. development of 12 townhouse dwelling units in 4 blocks, and Accessory
Dwelling Units. (AM-2023-026).
2024- A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit the use of the Lands for 29
043. block townhouse dwellings and 84 back-to-back townhouse dwellings, subject
to a 3 year sunset clause and to protect certain natural features (AM-2022-
020).
2024- A by-law to prohibit and regulate noise in the City of Niagara Falls.
044.
2024- A by-law to establish Administrative Penalties (Non -Parking) for By -Law No.
045. 2004-105 (as amended by By-law No. 2005-73, By-law No. 2007-28 and By-
law No. 2014-155); By -Law No. 2007-41; By -Law No. 2001-31 (as amended by
By -Law No. 2021-57 and By-law No. 2021-99).
2024- A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of the City Council at its
046. meeting held on the 30th day of April, 2024.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
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Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell
THAT the by-laws be read a first, second and third time and passed.
Carried Unanimously
18. ADJOURNMENT
a) Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Wayne Thomson
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council ADJOURN the meeting at 11:03 PM.
City Clerk
Carried Unanimously
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