2007/05/07ELEVENTH MEETING
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Council met on Monday, May 7, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. for a Special Council meeting for
the purpose of considering matters related to a potential 4 -Pad Arena Complex. All
members of Council were present. Councillor Kerrio offered the Opening Prayer.
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest at this time.
DEPUTATIONS
Council Chambers
May 7, 2007
Don Jackson Chair, Recreation Committee indicated that the Recreation
Committee was in unanimous support of the 4 -pad, that they were pleased to see the end
to the debate on arena configuration and looked forward to construction beginning. Mr.
Jackson gave the opinion that it would be truly a community facility and that the fundraising
effort would still reach the $1.5 million target.
Mick Wolfe Representing the Recreation Committee, Chair of the Arena
Community Fundraising Campaign and the Jr C's indicated that the fundraising
committee raised $700,000 in mere weeks and that fundraising would be successful as
long as it wasn't a substandard facility. He indicated that based on the proposal, user
groups would continue to raise funds and could exceed the target.
Laurie Primeau Representing the Stamford Skating Club indicated that the
user groups have been working on the project for years and echoed the comments that it
would be a community hub.
Paul Burns Representing Girls Minor Hockey Association indicated that the
new 4 -pad would see the ice user groups working together and the activity in the various
pads would feed off of each other with minor hockey users staying to take in a Jr. B game
etc. He felt it did not make sense to put money into old facilities and that the 4 -pad would
have a life span of 50 years.
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REPORTS
R- 2007 -07- Chief Administrative Officer Potential 4 -Pad Arena Complex
Development It is recommended that (1) Council approve the development of a 4 -Pad
Arena Complex with 2000 seats in the main area pad; (2) That the following capital funding
sources be allocated to the arena project; proceeds from the sale of Memorial and
Stamford /Jack Bell arenas; Section 37 contribution from Hilton Hotels of $1.2 Million; and
that the annual compensation contribution from Walker Brothers Quarries Limited be
allocated to the annual debt financing; and (3) That the capital budget be approved for up
to $34.7 Million (2008$), including all funding sources and borrowing of up to $29.5 Million
be authorized.
The Director of Parks, Recreation Culture made a presentation to Council
outlining why a 4 -pad was more financially effective than a twin -pad, why a 2000 seat main
bowl was more economically effective than a 3000 seat bowl, why economies of scale
could not be realized by not having the ice pads on one site, the increased capital and
maintenance costs on Stamford/ Jack Bell, the capital funding plan and the input from the
community users.
Denny Bryan of BBA, Barry Bryan Associates (1991) Limited made a presentation
to Council on the concept plans for the proposed 4 -pad arena complex. He outlined plans
for accessibility and energy efficiency.
Dave Schram of Urban Environmental Management addressed Council's concerns
regarding the Thorold Stone Road /Stanley Avenue realignment. Mr. Schram advised that
the Region will be expediting and funding the project and the extension of Thorold Stone
Road should be complete by the completion of the arena complex.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Diodati, seconded by Councillor Pietrangelo
that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
MAYOR'S REPORTS. ANNOUNCEMENT
Mayor Salci expressed sincere condolences to the passing of Firefighter Charlie
Stroud, who worked as employee of the City for 30 years.
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
1. Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Request to Proclaim the month of May as
"Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Fisher
that the communication be approved. Carried Unanimously
Local Casino and City Partnership
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LEGAL MATTERS
L- 2007 -24- Chief Administrative Officer Declare Surplus and Authorize Land
Exchange and Lease Agreementwith 1251435 Ontario Limited "IBF Union Avenue
It is recommended that (1) Council pass the By -law appearing on tonight's agenda to
declare surplus the lands designated as Part 8 on Reference Plan 59R- 13223, being Union
Avenue, as stopped up and closed by By -law No. 2007 -83; and (2) that Council pass the
By -laws appearing on tonight's agenda to authorize the execution of: (I) the temporary
Lease by the City to IBF of part of Union Avenue, as stopped up and closed for the parking
of motor vehicles thereon, pending the completion of the land exchange; and (ii) the above
noted Agreement providing for the sale by the City to IBF of Part 8 on Reference Plan 59R-
13223, in exchange for a conveyance to the City of IBF of the lands designated as Part 4
on Reference Plan 59R- 13223.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Thomson that the communication be approved. Carried Unanimously
BY -LAWS
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Thoomson that the by -laws be given a first reading.
Carried Unanimously
2007 -95 A by -law to declare Park Street Plan 9 aka Union Avenue surplus
2007 -96 A by -law to authorize the execution of an Agreement with 1251435 Ontario
Limited, respecting the exchange of lands for the development of a public
parking lot and private parking spaces over a portion of a closed road
allowance known municipally as Union Avenue
2007 -97 A by -law to authorize the execution of a Lease Agreement with 1251435
Ontario Limited, respecting the short term lease of a portion of a closed
road allowance known municipally as Union Avenue
2007 -98 A by -law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its
meeting held on the 7 day of May, 2007
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Fisher
that the by -laws be read a second and third time and passed.
NEW BUSINESS
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor loannoni, seconded by Councillor
Thomson that a representative from the Chamber of Commerce and Niagara Falls Tourism
be invited to attend the meeting with Kim Craitor, M.P.P., Niagara Falls, the Honourable
David Caplan, Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal and Art Frank, President, Niagara
Casinos to discuss the importance of the symbiotic relationship between the Casinos and
the local community.
Carried Unanimously
Trails Bikeway Committee "Ride of Silence"
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Carried Unanimously
Councillor Diodati advised Council of the upcoming "Ride of Silence It is a free
ride to honour those who have been injured or lost their lives while cycling. The 45 minute
ride will take place on May 16 7:00 pm, starting at Niagara Square.
Seven Wonders of Canada
Support for Creekstock
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Diodati, seconded by Councillor
Pietrangelo that staff create a link on the City's website connecting to
(http://www.cbc.ca/sevenwonders/votefor_a_wonder.html) allowing Niagara Falls to be
nominated as one of the Seven Wonders of Canada. Voting online starts May 14
Carried Unanimously
Order of Sons of Italy
Councillor Maves congratulated the Order of Sons of Italy on their great services
to Niagara Falls and North America.
Stamford High School 150 Anniversary
Councillor Kerrio reminded Council of the upcoming reunion this weekend. You
can visit www.stamford150.com for any details.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Fisher, seconded by Councillor Thomson
that staff continue to assist and provide guidance to Mr. Diomin in his efforts to obtain
insurance and undertake Creekstock.
Carried
with Councillor loannoni opposed. Councillors Maves and Wing declared a conflict.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor loannoni, seconded by Councillor
Pietrangelo that the meeting be adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Carried Unanimously
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DEAN IORFF A, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR