2007/01/08FIRST MEETING
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
His Worship Mayor Salci called a special meeting of Council that met on Monday,
January 8, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. All members of Council were present. Alderman loannoni
offered the Opening Prayer.
Alderman Kerrio indicated a pecuniary interest on the by -laws pertaining to the
Hilton project as they are his neighbours.
Capital Sports
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
DEPUTATIONS /PRESENTATIONS
Council Chambers
January 8, 2007
Mr. Gary Green, Senior Director of Stadium Consultants International (SCI) began
the presentation to Council along with Mr. Roy Mlakar, President CEO of Capital Sports.
The presentation was to propose a new multi- purpose arena complex for Niagara Falls.
The facility would include an OHL- suitable arena of 5000 to 5500 stadium seats for the
Mississauga Ice Dogs team, now owned by Tom Bitove. The facility would cost between
$35 to $40 million. It would be an attraction in itself, therefore, location was not crucial.
The proponents hoped that the facility would be active with over 100 events a year.
The proponents felt that a community twin pad could be constructed for $7 million
based on other SCI models. They hoped to have the 5500 seat facility opened by
September 2008, with the team playing in the Niagara Falls Memorial arena next season.
Mr. Green stated that they would work with the Mastersons, owners of the Jr. B Canucks.
Mr. Cyril Leeder, C.O.O. of Capital Sports indicated that the owner, Mr. Bitove,
would commit $5 million in exchange for future revenue streams. He estimated that the
direct economic benefit would be $1.8 million and that there would be $6.2 million in
indirect benefits and $7.6 million in induced benefits. Mr. Leeder felt that the facility could
generate between $150,000 to $300,000 in naming rights annually.
Mr. David Branch, Commissioner of the Canadian Hockey League gave some
history on Junior Hockey in Niagara Falls and changes in the approach of the OHL in
recent years. OHL would enter into a long term lease with the City of Niagara Falls to play
at the sports centre.
Chris O'Reilly, Brisbin Brook Beynon Architects, outlined various arena complexes
done in North America and Europe.
Mr. Green outlined that the next steps are for Capital Sports to receive feedback
from Council, have complete by February 2nd major Agreements, including a design
agreement, a lease for a CHL team, and a facility management contract, and obtain CHL
Board of Governor approval.
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Diodati, seconded by Alderman Wing that
a committee of Council and senior staff be formed to determine the feasibility of the
proposal and to report back to Council. Carried Unanimously
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The following volunteered for the Committee of Council: Alderman Thomson,
Alderman Kerrio, Alderman Pietrangelo, Alderman Wing and Alderman Diodati.
MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENT
Mayor Salci acknowledged Regional Councillor Barbara Greenwood, who was in
attendance at Council.
Mayor Salci announced the arrival of Luca Matteo Fabbro, new baby to the City's
Council Secretary Teresa Fabbro and her husband Rene.
Mayor Salci regretfully announced the passing of Mr. Boyle, father of Peggy Boyle
in the Planning Department.
Alderman loannoni is putting together a Council team to compete in the Big Brothers
Big Sisters Trivia Night on Friday, January 26
The Stamford Centre Fireman's Association is having their annual tree burning
event at Fireman's Park, Sunday January 14 from 2 pm to 5pm. The 18 Annual Sports
Wall of Fame induction ceremony is on Sunday, January 21S
Despite the weather, the New Year's Eve Party in Queen Victoria Park was a great
success. Sarah Wood at Niagara Parks Commission and Serge Felicetti, from the City
were acknowledged. Special thanks go out to the many major sponsor from the evening:
Niagra Parks Commission, the City of Niagara Falls through OPG funds that were granted
to us earlier this year, the Fallsview, Clifton Hill and Victoria Centre BIA's, Ontario Lottery
and Gaming (OLG) and the Fallsview Casino.
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2007 -02
2007 -03
BY -LAWS
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Thomson, seconded by Alderman Fisher that the
by -laws be given a first reading. Alderman Kerrio declared a conflict.
Carried Unanimously
A by -law to amend By -law No. 79 -200 to permit the construction of a 56
storey hotel, including a convention centre and a parking structure, to permit
a portion of the required parking to be provided off site and to repeal By -law
No. 98 -157.
A by -law to amend By -law Nos. 79 -200 and 2007 -01, to provide temporarily
relief from provisions which require all of the required parking to be provided
on the same land as the use and to provide standards for a temporary
parking lot.
A by -law to authorize the execution of a Section 37 Agreement with
Hospitality Resorts Inc., 1140464 Ontario Inc., 1229142 Ontario Inc. and
876891 Ontario Limited pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act
respecting the provision of certain facilities and services and matters by
Hospitality Resorts Inc., 1140464 Ontario Inc., 1229142 Ontario Inc. and
876891 Ontario Limited in return for an amendment to By -law No. 79 -200
for an increase in height to allow the development of a hotel to a maximum
building height of 172 metres and 56 storeys including a convention centre
and a parking structure on lands owned by Hospitality Resorts Inc., 1140464
Ontario Inc., 1229142 Ontario Inc. and 876891 Ontario Limited and located
on 6361 Fallsview Avenue and 6408 Stanley Avenue, in the City of Niagara
Falls.
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A by -law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting
held on the 8 day of January, 2007.
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Pietrangelo, seconded by Alderman Diodati
that the by -laws be read a second and third time and passed. Alderman Kerrio declared
a conflict.
Downtown CIP
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Wing, seconded by Alderman loannoni for
reconsideration of funds identified in the budget for the Downtown Revitalization project.
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman loannoni, seconded by Alderman Wing that
Council's commitment to the Downtown Revitalization be limited to a maximum of $12
million for necessary improvements to the existing infrastructure, following the short and
long term time lines indicated in the Community Improvement Plan (C.I.P).; and that the
$5.6 million from the sale of the Montrose Road property, that Council's already identified
for use of revitalization, be directed instead to the general capital works budget; and that
the municipality continue to pursue equal funding for downtown revitalization from the
superior levels of government.
Alderman Diodati
Alderman Fisher
Alderman loannoni
Alderman Kerrio
Mayor Salci
Letter of Congratulations
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Enbridge/Winter Warm Fund
Alderman Diodati informed that Enbridge has a program administered through
Project S.H.A.R.E., for people who may be having financial difficulty during the winter
paying their gas bills.
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Diodati seconded by Alderman Wing that
Council send an official letter of congratulations to Rob Nicholson, who was appointed
Minister of Justice and the Attorney General of Canada and to House Leader Peter Van
Loan, who was also born in Niagara Falls.
Conflict of Interest Legislation
NEW BUSINESS
Alderman Mayes
Alderman Pietrangelo
Alderman Thomson
Alderman Wing
Carried Unanimously
Carried Unanimously
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Carried Unanimously
Carried Unanimously
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Thomson, seconded by Alderman Fisher that
a resolution be sent to the Province calling on the Ministry of Municipal Affairs Housing
to set up a section where municipal councillors can get information and advice on Conflict
of Interest, rather than depending on private solicitors; and that staff report back on the
current coverage for councillors for errors and omissions in case of legal action.
Carried Unanimously
Human Resources Committee
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Fisher, seconded by Alderman loannoni that
staff report back on a possible terms of reference for a Human Resources Committee, look
at similar examples in other municipalities and outline the past history of such a committee
in the City of Niagara Falls.
Complaints
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Fisher, seconded byAlderman Thomson that
a report be brought back to Council updating the status of complaints regarding the
condition of Ridge Road and flooding in various spots in Chippawa.
Carried Unanimously
Code of Ethics
ORDERED on the motion Alderman Wing, seconded by Alderman loannoni that
staff report back on implemeting a code of ethics for Council and senior staff.
Carried Unanimously
David MacNaughton
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman loannoni, seconded by Alderman Wing that
staff report back on what has been spent to date and what services have been provided
by lobbyist, David McNaughton
ORDERED on the motion of Alderman Pietrangelo, seconded by Alderman Diodati
that the meeting be adjourned at 9:15 p.m. Carried Unanimously
DEAN 10 IDA, CITY CLERK
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Carried Unanimously
Carried Unanimously
R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR