2009/06/08COUNCIL
MEETING
Monday, June 8, 2009
Order of Business
and Agenda Package
Niaga a ails
PRAYER: Councillor Pietrangelo
ADOPTION OF MINUTES: Council Minutes of May 25', 2009
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Disclosures of pecuniary interest and a brief explanation thereof will be made for the
current Council Meeting at this time.
DEPUTATIONS
Niagara Falls Red Raiders Under 15 Midget Girls Basketball
The Niagara Falls Red Raiders team will be recognized for winning the Division 1
Ontario Basketball Association Championship.
The Team: Taylor Hiltz, Mary Ingribelli, Shannon Haldorson, Maddison Levines, Alyssa
McCabe, Kasey Nicholls, Veronica Patterson, Chelsea O'Donoghue, Vanessa Rampado,
Victoria Rampado.
Coach: Rick Rampado
Assistant: Coach John Ingribelli
Niagara Falls Rapids Atom B Hockey Team Provincial Champions
The Niagara Falls Rapids Atom B Hockey Team will be recognized for winning the
Ontario Women's Hockey Association Provincial Championship.
The Team: Madison Keldson, Corinna Juras, Kiana McCarthy, Cassandra Cristiano, Haylee
Ryan, Jadyn Ferguson, Tess Morocco, Emily Ward, Gabriella Blanchfield, Morgan German,
Victoria Cristiano, Jessica Wiens.
Coaches: Rick Morocco, Dave Juras
Trainer: Annie Ferguson
Manager: Dorothy Wiens
COUNCIL MEETING
June 8, 2009
Board of Museums
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Don Jackson will make a presentation to Council and will advise of the four major
sponsors for the project architect for the Museum expansion and renovation.
1. Chief Administrative Officer MW- 2009 -37 Architect Selection Niagara
Falls Museum Project
PLANNING MATTERS
Public Meeting
AM- 2008 -033, Official Plan Amendment Application
6881 Stanley Avenue
Applicant: 1149948 Ontario Ltd. Tony Zappitelli)
Agent: Richard F. Brady, UEM Consulting and Ed Lustig, Broderick and Partners
Proposed Residential Condominium /Hotel Development
Background Material:
Recommendation Report: PD- 2009 -43
MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
1 Clifton Hill BIA Budget 2009 budget
RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council
Additional Items for Council Consideration:
The City Clerk will advise of any further items for Council consideration.
LEGAL MATTERS
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REPORTS
His Worship Ted Salci will request whether there is anyone present that has an
interest respecting the Legal matters that were given public notice.
1. Chief Administrative Officer
2. Chief Administrative Officer
3. Chief Administrative Officer
L- 2009 -25 Declare Surplus Montgomery
Street.
L- 2009 -26 Declare Surplus, 6592 Dunn
Street
PD- 2009 -46 Sign By -law Amendment
CONSENT AGENDA
THE CONSENT AGENDA IS A SET OF REPORTS THAT COULD BE APPROVED IN ONE MOTION OF
COUNCIL. THE APPROVAL ENDORSES ALL OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED IN EACH OF
THE REPORTS WITHIN THE SET. THE SINGLE MOTION WILL SAVE TIME.
PRIOR TO THE MOTION BEING TAKEN, A COUNCILLOR MAY REQUEST THAT ONE OR MORE OF THE
REPORTS BE MOVED. OUT OF THE CONSENT AGENDA TO BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY.
F- 2009 -34 Debenture Issue
FS- 2009 -05 JEPP Funding Agreement
IS- 2009 -01 Preferred Computer and Server Manufacturer
MW- 2009 -41 Community Adjustment Fund Application
MW- 2009 -42 CN Railway Bridge Closure Mewburn Road
PRC- 2009 -24 Security Monitoring Contract
PD- 2009 -40 SWC- 2008 -004, Balzacs Coffee Ltd. Sidewalk Cafe Licence Agreement
with the City, 4388 Queen Street
PD- 2009 -41 CB FIG 2009 -003, Commercial Building Improvement Grant
Application, C A Tartaglia S M DiPietro, 6422 -6424 Ontario Avenue
PD- 2009 -45 Request for Extension to Complete Growth Plan Policies
TS- 2009 -23 Magdalen Street Parking Review
TS- 2009 -28 Bus Terminal Taxi Stand Lease RFP Results
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TS- 2009 -29 Bridge Street Revisions to On- street Parking
TS- 2009 -30 GO Train Service/ Niagara Falls Transit Update
RESOLUTIONS
1 THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Corporation of the City of
Niagara Falls hereby requests The Regional Municipality of Niagara to issue
debentures in accordance with the terms and amounts set out below, and further,
that the City confirms that it has entered into a contract for or authorized the
commencement of all works listed.
2. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure be
requested to extend the deadline for Official Plan amendments in compliance
Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe by one year.
3. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the appropriate staff person be authorized to
submit a financial request to the Department of Canadian Heritage in relation to the
Olympic Torch Relay and Community Celebration.
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2009 -97
2009 -98
BY -LAWS
The City Clerk will advise of any additional by -laws or amendments to the by -laws
listed for Council consideration.
A by -law to declare Parcel Streets -1 Section M40; Montgomery Street Plan
M -40; in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara,
surplus.
A by -law to authorize the execution of a Sidewalk Cafe Licence Agreement
with Balzacs Coffee Ltd. and Historic Niagara Development Inc., respecting
the licencing of a Sidewalk Cafe over a portion of City sidewalk in front of
Balzacs Coffee Ltd. Located at 4388 Queen Street.
A by -law to amend By -law No. 2005 -112, being a by -law requiring an
emergency management program for the protection of public safety, health,
the environment, the critical infrastructure and property, and to promote
economic stability and a disaster resilient community.
2009 -99 A by -law to declare Lot 15 Plan NS25 Niagara Falls; in the City of Niagara
Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, surplus.
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2009 -100 A by -law to establish Part Township Lot 223 Stamford designated as Part 10
on Reference Plan 59R -13835 as a public highway, to be known as and to
form part of Chippawa Parkway.
2009 -101 A by -law to amend By -law No. 2008 -224, being a by -law to prohibit or
regulate the placing or erecting of signs, notices, and advertising devices on
public and private property within the City of Niagara Falls.
2009 -102 A by -law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting
held on the 8th day of June, 2009.
NEW BUSINESS
Community Services Department
Parks, Recreation Culture
Inter Department Memorandum
TO: Cathy Crabbe
Mayor's Office
FROM: Lori Albanese
Community Development Coordinator
Ext. 3332
RE: Awards at Council Monday, June 8, 2009
Niagara Falls Red Raiders Under -15 Midget Girls Basketball Team
Provincial Champions
NiagaraJalls
DATE: June 8, 2009
The culmination of four years, growing as a team, paid off on Sunday, May 3, 2009 in a basketball
tournament in London, Ontario.
Going into the tournament, the Niagara Falls Red Raiders Under 15 Midget Girls Basketball Team ranked
second out of twelve Division 1 teams. The Kitchener Waterloo Lightning team was ranked first.
In a dramatic overtime win over London, the Niagara Falls Red Raiders Under -15 Midget Girls Basketball
Team captured the Division 1 Ontario Basketball Association Championship.
Leading scorers for Niagara Falls over the course of the weekend were: Victoria Rampado, Vanessa
Rampado, Kasey Nicholls and Veronica Patterson. The complete Team Roster is below and the newspaper
article is attached.
Taylor Hiltz
Mary Ingribelli
Shannon Haldorson
Maddison Levines
Alyssa McCabe
Kasey Nicholls
Veronica Patterson
Chelsea O'Donoghue
Vanessa Rampado
Victoria Rampado
Assistant Coach John Ingribelli
Coach Rick Rampado
Cathy, would you please prepare plaques to honour the team members for the June 8, 2009 Council
meeting? Thank you.
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They've been playing basketball together for years -and on Sunday, all the hard work paid off.
The Niagara Falls Red Raiders under -15 midget girls basketball team captured the Division 1 Ontario Basketball
Association championship with a dramatic overtime win over London in the gold medal final.
It was the culmination of four years spent growing as a team, including a heartbreaking loss in the OBA
championships two years ago when they were hosted in Niagara Falls and a quarterfinal loss at the OBAs last
year.
"This year, we have improved in the sense of learning how to win in those tight games," coach Rick Rampado
said. "Probably the biggest thing was their confidence, where they knew even if they're down by six or seven
late, they can come back."
Niagara Falls had gone into the tournament with the No. 2 ranking out of the 12 Division 1 teams, behind only
the Kitchener- Waterloo Lightning. The Raiders had little trouble in their pool play Friday and Saturday, knocking
off Etobicoke 52 -26, Brantford 51 -39 and London 49- 30.
In the quarter final, Niagara Falls faced sixth- seeded Blessed Sacrament, of Hamilton, and again dominated with
a 52 -37 win. Next came a semifinal win over third- seeded Milton by a 44 -31 margin.
They were expecting to meet top- seeded Kitchener Waterloo in the final, but instead Niagara Falls ended up
facing London after that team knocked off the favourites in a big upset.
"We beat them quite soundly in the first game, but we were nervous because they were a quite and smaller team
and we had a few players not feeling well," Rampado said.
The end of the championship game was back- and -forth with neither team able to knock down the game- winner
before regulation time ran out.
In overtime, the Niagara Falls squad took the late lead on a shot from Victoria Rampado, only to have London
mount a comeback.
A foul against the Raiders with two seconds left in overtime put a London shooter on the charity stripe needing to
hit both shots to tie the game.
She hit the first one and missed the second, but was given another chance for a foot violation on the shot.
Fortunately for Niagara Falls, she missed the third one as well, and the Raiders hung on for the nailbiting 51 -50
win.
"It was pretty exciting. Both teams fought hard for it. It was well done," said the team's coach.
The leading scorers for Niagara Falls over the course of the weekend were Victoria Rampado and her sister
Vanessa, as well as Kasey Nichols and Veronica Patterson.
Making up the rest of the team were: Shannon Halderson, Alyssa McCabe, Taylor Hiltz, Mary Ingribelli,
Maddison Levines and Chelsea O'Donoghue
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Community Services Department
Parks, Recreation Culture
Inter Department Memorandum
TO: Cathy Crabbe
Mayor's Office
FROM: Lori Albanese
Community Development Coordinator
Ext. 3332
RE: Awards at Council Monday, June 8, 2009
Niagara Falls Rapids Atom B Hockey Team Provincial Champions
The Niagara Falls Rapids won the Ontario Women's Hockey Association Atom B Provincial
Championship during the weekend of April 18 and 19, 2009.
At the Provincial Championship tournament in Mississauga, the Rapids. conquered Cornwall and Sudbury
in round robin play, then advanced to the quarter finals. Defeating Orangeville and Walkerton in the
semifinals, they defeated Woolwich 2 -0 in the championship game.
After a successful season, where they won the regular season and the league playoff title, the Provincial
Championship was the icing on the cake. According to coach Rick Morocco, the team held a "team -first
attitude" that set them apart. Special recognition should be given to 10 year old Madison Keldson for her
goal- tending efforts throughout the season and the Championships. Congratulations to all the team
members, coaches, trainer and manager.
The newspaper article is attached and the list of team members is below:
Goalie: Madison Keldson
Defence: Corinna Juras Forwards: Jadyn Ferguson
Kiana McCarthy Tess Morocco
Cassandra Cristiano Emily Ward
Haylee Ryan Gabriella Blanchfield
Morgan German
Victoria Cristiano
Jessica Wiens
Coaches:
Trainer:
Manager:
Rick Morocco, Dave Juras
Annie Ferguson
Dorothy Wiens
Niagaraaalls
DATE: June 8, 2009
Please prepare plaques to honour the team members for the June 8 Council meeting. Thank you.
cc. Dean Iorfida, Kathy Moldenhauer, Denyse Morrissey
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Atom girls explode to win triple crown
Posted 13 days ago
Don't tell the Niagara Falls Rapids atom B hockey team they're not good enough.
A triple crown of girls hockey will prove you wrong.
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The Rapids are just back from Mississauga, where they won the Ontario Women's Hockey Association atom B
title on the weekend.
It was the icing on a hugely successful season that also saw the team win the regular season and league playoff
title.
Not bad for a team that didn't seem to have much hope in winning this season.
With only four girls who didn't move up to peewee, coach Rick Morocco had a big job to assemble a team this
season, and in the end his roster only ended up being 11 skaters and one goalie.
"We were very concerned at the start of the year with what we were going to have. We had to really dig down
and find some kids out of house league," he said.
But an early- season contest reminded Morocco sometimes it's not the numbers that matter on a team.
"We had an exhibition game against St. Catharines that was going to be playing at a higher level and we beat
them. So, I think we knew then we would be competitive," he said.
In the regular season, Niagara Falls went on to rack up a 16 -2 -2 record with only 16 goals against thanks in
large part to the goal- tending efforts of 10- year -old Madison Keldson.
That gave them the regular- season title.
In the league playoffs, Niagara Falls worked its way through the opposition and then beat Woolwich 3 -2 in the
championship game, earning them their second major accomplishment.
But the best was yet to come.
The atom B Rapids went to the provincial championships in Mississauga on the weekend, where they went
undefeated.
They weren't what I expected. The teams were a lot harder than I thought. We tried our hardest," said Keldson.
First, the team beat Cornwall and Sudbury in round robin play to advance to the quarterfinals. They knocked off
Orangeville and then beat Walkerton in the semifinals, moving to the finals to face Woolwich again.
As she had done before, Keldson came up big and Niagara Falls won 2 -0 to earn the championship and the rare
triple the league, playoff and OWHA titles.
"It's truly amazing how well they did," said Morocco, who coached the team along with Dave Juras.
"I've been involved in hockey for 40 years as a player, as a coach, as an administrator and I've won
championships but this ranks up as one of the most special accomplishments to watch them have success
like this. Hopefully, it has meant that much to them to have that experience.
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From: "Mary Don" marydon @cogeco.ca>
To: "Dean Iorfida" <diorfida @niagarafalls.ca>
Date: 6/2/2009 8:01 AM
Subject: June 8th Council Meeting
Good morning, Dean.
I believe the plan is to have the recommendation for the project architect for the Museum expansion and
renovation at the June 8th Council meeting.
I will be introducing four of the major sponsors to Council at that time. Would it be possible for Council to
consider dealing with the architect appointment at the beginning of the meeting in order that the donors
could be introduced early and not have to wait until much later in the meeting?
Don Jackson
905 358 -5199
marydon @cogeco.ca
June 8, 2009
His Worship Mayor Ted Salc i�����all�
and Members of the Municipal Council c A N A n A
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW- 2009 -37
Architect Selection
Niagara Falls Museum Project
RECOMMENDATION:
MW- 2009 -37
1. That the firm of Moriyama Teshima be awarded the architectural assignment for
the construction of the Niagara Falls Museum, subject to an acceptable negotiated
price.
2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement.
BACKGROUND:
City staff issued a Request for Proposal P #05- 2009(RFP) for the selection of an architect
for the construction of the Niagara Falls Museum. As a result of the public call for the
submission of RFP's for the project, four firms submitted proposals by the Tuesday, April
28 2009 closing date.
A committee made up of members of City staff, staff and board members of the Niagara
Falls museum, and the project management firm, Genviar reviewed the proposals. The
review criteria included qualifications and experience of the firm and it's key personnel,
understanding of the assignment and methodology of the project, value added services
and price.
As a result of the proposals and check of the references provided the Committee selected
Moriyama Teshima as the preferred proponent for the architectural assignment. The
architectural firm is internationally renowned and has designed such projects as the Bata
Shoe Museum in Toronto and the War Museum in Ottawa.
Unfortunately, all of the four firms submitted prices in excess of the budgeted amount.
Nonetheless, the RFP allows the City to the right to negotiate price terms or terms with
the highest ranked proponent should the proposed price be over budget As of the writing
of this report, staff are negotiating with the preferred proponent and hope to have an
update by June 8, 2009.
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If unsuccessful with the preferred proponent, the RFP stipulates that the City reserves the
right to negotiate with the next preferred proponent or cancel and recall the RFP.
Funding for the assignment will be provided from the Federal /Provincial governments
through the Building Canada Fund and the City.
Recommended by:
Respectfully Submitted by:
Ed Dujlovic, xecutive Di er ctor of Community Services
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
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Niagara �alls
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PD- 2009 -43
AM- 2008 -033, Official Plan Amendment Application
6881 Stanley Avenue
Applicant: 1149948 Ontario Ltd. (Tony Zappitelli)
Agent: Richard F. Brady, UEM Consulting and Ed Lustig, Broderick and
Partners
Proposed Hotel /Residential Condominium Development
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council approve the application to amend the Official Plan to add the subject land to
Figure 4 which illustrates where high rise buildings (up to 30 storeys) can be considered
and to site specifically add a Special Policy Area designation to permit hotels and
residential condominiums consisting of 3 buildings, with one up to 57 storeys, one up to
42 storeys and one up to 32 storeys, subject to the inclusion of policies requiring the
following:
1. retention, conservation and /or restoration of the Loretto Christian Life Centre and
the retention and conservation of the landscaped open space between the Loretto
Christian Life Centre and east property line;
2. adherence, through policies, to the City's Built Form Guidelines to ensure the
project is developed in a sensitive manor as proposed;
3. submission of various studies at the Zoning By -law amendment stage to the City's
satisfaction including a Heritage Impact Assessment and Archaeological Impact
Assessment; and
section 37 contributions for streetscape improvements along abutting street
frontages and for capital facilities for the portion of the development over 30 storeys;
as outlined in this report.
BACKGROUND:
The applicant has requested an amendment to the Official Plan for land known as 6881
Stanley Avenue, as shown one Schedule 1.
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The application is to add the land to the area on Figure 4 which illustrates where high -rise
buildings may be considered. In addition, the applicant is requesting a Special Policy Area
designation be applied to the land to allow for the consideration of building heights above
30 storeys. In return, the applicant is proposing to retain, conserve and /or restore the
former Loretto Christian Life Centre building and the landscaped yard between the building
and the east property line.
The applicant is seeking approval to develop 3 buildings with heights between 32 storeys
(107 metres or 350 feet) and 57 storeys (197 metres or 645 feet). The tallest building is
to be a hotel adjoined to the former Loretto building. The other two buildings will either be
additional hotels or a combination of hotel and residential units The specific project will be
determined at a later date and will depend on market conditions. The number of hotel and
residential units varies with the different development scenarios and ranges from 800 hotel
units and 530 residential units or 1974 hotel units. Schedules 2 and 3 show a conceptual
design of the proposal. Schedule 4 shows Figure 4 (Tourist area building height strategy)
of the Official Plan which is proposed to be amended. The draft Official Plan amendment
prepared by the applicant is attached as Appendix 1.
Planning staff note that the applicant's approach with this application is significantly
different than previous ones for high rise buildings in the tourist core in that a Zoning By-
law amendment is not being sought concurrently. As such, not all necessary studies have
been submitted and an Architectural Peer Review has not been completed for the project.
The applicant is requesting these steps be deferred until a future Zoning By -law
amendment application.
Site Description and Surrounding Land Uses
The former Loretto Christian Life Centre is located in the centre of the 3 hectare (7.6 acre)
property. The building is surrounded by landscaped open space which includes a large
number of mature trees along the north, south and east property lines.
Lands to the north are developed with high rise hotels including the 30 storey Sheraton
Fallsview Hotel, the 36 storey Embassy Suites Hotel, the Radisson Hotel and the Marriott
Hotel. The Minolta Tower is also located in this area. Land to the west is currently being
developed for the Niagara Falls Convention Centre. Lands to the south are occupied by
the Mount Carmel Centre and our Lady of Peace Chapel. Both are listed heritage
properties similar to the former Loretto Building. Lands to the east include the former
Michigan Central Railway, Portage Road and Queen Victoria Park.
Circulation Comments
Regional Municipality of Niagara
The proposal is consistent with Provincial and Regional policies with respect
to housing intensification.
As the property contains cultural heritage attributes, a heritage impact
assessment is necessary.
Traffic matters, including road widenings, alignment of access points, on site
pedestrian facilities and connectivity with the surrounding area as well as any
road upgrades will be further reviewed at the zoning and site plan stages.
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Transportation Services
Municipal Works
No objections. A revised traffic study is to be submitted at the site plan
stage. Site circulation and access management issues are to be dealt with
at the site plan stage.
A 3.05 metre (10 foot) wide road widening along the length of the Livingstone
Street frontage of the property and a 5 metre by 5 metre (16.4 by 16.4 foot)
daylight triangle will be required to be dedicated at the site plan stage.
Sufficient capacity exists in the City's water, wastewater and storm systems
to accommodate the proposed development.
A stormwater management report is to be submitted at site plan stage and
is to demonstrate controls for post development flows to match pre
development flows, and to address a 5 -year storm event.
Parks, Recreation Culture
A tree /vegetation inventory and preservation report is required. Existing
landscape features including mature trees are to be preserved and
incorporated into the proposed site design wherever possible.
the inclusion of pedestrian connections and linkages within this property and
to other properties should be pursued.
Parkland dedication, in the amount of 2% of the value of the property, is to
be provided.
Building and By -law Services, Fire Services Legal Services
No objections. Further details will be addressed at the site plan stage.
Municipal Heritage Committee
No comments.
Planning Analysis
1. The proposed development is consistent with Provincial policy.
The proposal is consistent with the Provincial Growth Plan for the Greater Golden
Horseshoe which seeks to protect employment lands and to direct a significant
portion of residential growth to built up areas through intensification. As the tourist
industry is the City's major employer, maintaining the lands for employment or
mixed use purposes protects for future employment opportunities. The opportunity
for high density residential development on the land supports the Province's goal
by intensifying the use of the property and by providing additional housing options.
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2. Adding the subject land to the area where high rise buildings can be
considered complies with the intent of the Official Plan.
The Official Plan provides the opportunity to develop high rise buildings (up to 30
storeys) within the Central Tourist District. The area where high rise buildings can
be developed is illustrated on Figure 4 of the Official Plan, attached as Schedule 4.
Livingstone Street, immediately north of the subject lands is the boundary between
the 30 storey area and an area that remains a 4 storey area. The subject land was
not considered for building heights greater than 4 storeys when the City's height
strategy was developed and adopted because it was used for institutional purposes
and was not expected to become available for redevelopment.
Adding the subject land to the area where high rise buildings may be considered
complies with the intent of the Official Plan for the following reasons:
The subject land is located in the Fallsview Subdistrict of the Central Tourist
District which is intended to be the primary location for high rise hotel and
multiple unit residential developments. The site is contiguous to an
intensively developed tourist area where buildings of 30 storeys or greater
have already been developed and represents a logical extension of this area.
The immediate area will become an important node in the Fallsview
Subdistrict when the Niagara Falls Convention Centre is completed across
the street. The proposed development will support the convention centre by
providing convenient accommodations and other tourist services to
conventioneers.
The site is located on Stanley Avenue which functions as an entry corridor
to the tourist district and is sufficiently removed from residential areas which
would be sensitive to increased height. The nearest residences along
Rogers Crescent are located at least 150 metres (500 feet) from the site.
This separation distance is consistent with the separation between other high
rise buildings and residential areas in the balance of the tourist area.
3. Adopting a Special Policy Area to allow for buildings in excess of 30 storeys
in exchange for the retention, conservation and /or restoration of the heritage
features on the site is appropriate.
The Official Plan limits building heights in the Central Tourist District to 30 storeys.
Official Plan Amendments to allow buildings in excess of 30 storeys can be
considered provided it can be demonstrated that there are no adverse impacts on
surrounding residential and open space areas and public streets. Council has
approved four hotels exceeding 30 storeys including the Hilton Hotel (allowed to be
built to 58 storeys) Rainbow Tower Hotel above Casino Niagara (59 storeys),
Embassy Suites Hotel (36 storeys) and Sheraton Fallsview Hotel (36 storeys for a
proposed addition).
The Official Plan acknowledges the importance of protecting and conserving the
City's heritage resources such as the former Loretto Christian Life Centre and the
larger cultural heritage landscape which includes the Mount Carmel Monastery, Our
Lady of Peace chapel and the observation terrace in front of the Sheraton Fallsview.
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Council may utilize a number of measures to pursue heritage preservation including
designation under the Ontario Heritage Act, adopting special Official Plan polices,
transferring development rights, passing site specific zoning by -laws, and entering
into heritage easements and site plan agreement to mention a few. To date Council
has decided not to designate the property under the Ontario. Heritage Act.
Allowing buildings in excess of 30 storeys to be considered on the site is
appropriate for the following reasons:
A significant portion of the property is proposed to be retained for a heritage
building and landscaping which removes typical development opportunities.
As well, the restoration of the building is expected to have a significant cost.
The additional development rights are considered an appropriate
compensation for retaining, conserving and /or restoring the heritage features
of the site and building.
The design and the varying heights of the buildings will assist the City in
achieving its objective Official Plan objective of adding distinct and
interesting features to the Niagara Falls skyline. In addition, conceptual
drawings submitted illustrate the proposed towers can provide appropriately
sized gaps between them to assist in mitigating potential adverse massing,
wind and shadow impacts.
the land represents a complementary extension to the area where high rise
hotels have been permitted by Council.
all required parking is proposed to be provided on -site which will reduce
impacts to the surrounding road network.
4. Policies should be incorporated into the Special Policy Area designation to
ensure the project adheres to the City's Built Form Guidelines.
The Official Plan requires tall buildings to reduce their massing and visual impact
as they become taller and to provide appropriate gaps between each other. The
Official Plan specifies a series of design criteria intended to add distinct and
interesting features to the skyline, enhance the pedestrian environment at street
level, provide appropriate setbacks for high rise buildings and to ensure mass for
high rise buildings are reduced and gaps maintained. Council adopted the Tourism
Policy Review Implementation Handbook in 2004 to implement these policies.
Although the preliminary design of the project demonstrates that the City's Built
Form Guidelines can be adhered, the applicant does not want to be bound by them.
Staff is of the opinion that the project should be held to an exceptionally high
standard and should be required to adhere to the Built Form Guidelines because
of the site's prominent location at the edge of the escarpment overlooking the Falls.
The proposed building heights and their location have the potential to create a "wall
of buildings" if appropriate gaps and slender buildings are not provided.
The following criteria, listed in the draft Official Plan amendment and attached as
Appendix 1, are generally reflective of the City's design criteria for tall buildings and
should be implemented as policies rather than merely guidelines:
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Requiring clearly defined building podiums that define streets with ground
level uses will help to animate adjacent streetscapes. Where it is not
possible to build the building to the street, generous, well designed
landscaping can be used to engage pedestrians.
Podiums should be generally be restricted to a height no taller than 4 storeys
or 17 metres (55 feet), whichever is lesser, to maintain these building
components at a pedestrian scale. The minor increase in podium height
(from 15 metres or 49 feet to 17 metres or 55 feet) gives the applicant some
flexibility in designing these podiums.
Building towers above the podium are to be setback at least 3 metres (10
feet) from the street to assist with the mitigation of microclimate impacts at
the pedestrian level.
Restricting the floor plate sizes in towers up to a maximum area of 1,115
square metres (12,000 square feet) will ensure slender towers are developed
that mitigate impacts such as excessive wind and shadowing on adjacent
lands.
For flexibility in tower design the applicant has requested the towers be
permitted to have length to width ratios of between 1:1.5 and 1:1.8, resulting
in slightly wider buildings.
A minimum separation distance of 25 metres (82 feet) between towers on
the site, and a minimum setback for towers of 12.5 metres from interior side
lot lines to providing appropriate gaps between towers will allow for light and
air penetration at the pedestrian level.
Requiring all parking to be contained on site will reduce traffic on surrounding
streets.
5. The proposed Official Plan policies will be implemented at the Zoning By -law
amendment stage.
Implementation of the Official Plan will occur through a future zoning by -law
amendment application. To ensure heritage features are retained, conserved
and /or restored as proposed and impacts on surrounding lands are mitigated, the
policies will require the submission of the following studies and reports as part of a
complete Zoning By -law amendment application:
A Heritage Impact Assessment that will demonstrate retention, conservation
and /or restoration of the Loretto Christian Life Centre and retention and
conservation of the landscaped open space between the Loretto Christian
Life Centre and east property line, as well as demonstrating Our Lady of
Peace Chapel and Mount Carmel Centre are not adversely impacted.
A tree inventory and preservation plan to determine which trees contribute
to the historic setting of Loretto Christian Life Centre and should be
protected.
An Archaeological Impact Assessment to address any graves associated
with Our Lady of Peace chapel that may encroach upon the lands.
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An Architectural Peer review report, a Microclimate Analysis and a
Shadowing Analysis to ensure the Falls, Queen Victoria Park and
surrounding properties are adversely impacted by the development.
The above noted studies may recommend a refinement to the siting or redesign of
the proposed buildings or applying more stringent standards to ensure heritage
features are protected and impacts on surrounding areas are mitigated. Therefore
a policy should be included in the amendment to ensure recommendations of
studies required at the Zoning By -law amendment stage are implemented, as
follows:
Notwithstanding any of the above, if a more stringent standard is required by
the Heritage Impact Assessment, Archaeological Impact Study, microclimate
analysis, shadowing analysis or the Architectural Peer Review, this standard
shall apply.
6. Section 37 Benefits
The City's Official Plan policies require streetscape improvements in exchange for
height bonusing between 4 storeys and 30 storeys. Where Council has allowed
building heights in excess of 30 storeys it has only done so subject to cash
contributions for public capital facilities that improve the quality of life for residents
and visitors. These public capital facility contributions are based on the following
formula:
Net floor area above 30 storeys x 5% of construction value.
Where net floor area is the floor area minus elevator, stairwell and ventilation
shafts and mechanical and electrical rooms; and,
Construction value is determined by Statistics Canada or an accepted
industry guide such as Helyar Construction Cost Guide (2009 figures are
$190.25 per square foot)
All of the above measures are to be secured in a Section 37 agreement to be
executed prior to Council passage of a Zoning By -law amendment. As the
streetscaping along Stanley Avenue has already been improved at the City's cost,
the related agreement should secure a cash payment based on the site's frontage
on this street. The agreement would also need to secure streetscape improvements
along Livingstone Street since this street has not yet been upgraded.
7 Municipal Services and Transportation Infrastructure can support the project.
This project, along with the Niagara Falls Convention Centre, will significantly
increase traffic on Stanley Avenue. The transportation analysis submitted by the
applicant notes that with the improvements being considered to the Stanley
Avenue /McLeod road intersection under the McLeod Road Class Environmental
Assessment, the surrounding road network can accommodate the proposed.
Both Regional and City staff have noted that further analysis of on site circulation
and the accesses onto surrounding streets needs to be conducted. This work will
be completed at the site plan stage.
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There is adequate water and sanitary infrastructure to support this project. As
typical for a project this size, a stormwater management report will need to be
completed at the site plan stage to ensure the surrounding properties are not
adversely impacted by stormwater drainage from the site.
CONCLUSION:
Amendments to the Official Plan to allow for the future consideration of high rise hotels and
residential condominiums on the land represents a logical extension of the high rise area
located to the north of Livingstone Street. Allowing building heights up to 57 storeys
represent an appropriate transfer of development rights and compensation for protecting
the heritage features associated with the former Loretto Christian Life Centre.
Given the site's prominent location at the edge of the escarpment overlooking the Falls the
project should be held to an exceptionally high standard of development and should be
required to adhere to the City's Built Form Guidelines by including them as policies within
the amendment.
Various studies will need to be completed and reviewed prior to a future zoning
amendment which is necessary for the project can be built. Section 37 agreement policies
to secure streetscape improvements and capital facilities contributions will necessitate
execution prior to passage of a future Zoning By -law amendment.
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
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Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning Development
Ed Dujlovic, E t cutive Director of Community Services
en Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
PART 2 BODY OF THE AMENDMENT
DETAILS OF THE AMENDMENT
The Official Plan of the City of Niagara Falls is hereby amended as follows:
1. MAP CHANGE
2. TEXT CHANGE
4.6.11(d)
Appendix 1
All of this part of the document entitled PART 2 BODY OF THE AMENDMENT, consisting of
the following text and attachedmap, constitute Amendment No. to the Official Plan of the City
of Niagara Falls.
The "Area Affected by this Amendment" shown on the schedule attached hereto, entitled
Figure 4 to Official Plan Amendment No. shall be identified as being subject to Policy
4.6.11(d) and shown on Figure 4 to the Official Plan.
PART 2, SECTION 4 TOURIST COMMERCIAL is hereby amended by adding the
following new policy:
Notwithstanding the provisions of PART 2, sections 4.1.23 and 4.4.3 and further to
the provisions of PART 2, section 4.4.4 and PART 4, section 4.5.1 Council may
consider passing a bylaw to permit a development on a 3.03 hectare site on the
eastside of Stanley Avenue, south of Livingstone Street, consisting of three hotel
and/or residential condominiums to a maximum building height of 32 storeys for the
southern tower, 57 storeys for the central tower and 42 storeys for the northern
tower.
The additional height above 30 storeys is in return for: retaining, conserving and /or
restoring the former Loretto building as per the requirements of its new use on the
lands and; retaining and conserving the portion of the site running north/south in an
alignment to .the east of the existing building. The specific dimensions to be
determined at the zoning by -law amendment stage.
When a zoning bylaw amendment application is submitted in conjunction with the
provisions of PART 3, section3.2, section 3.2.19 a heritage impact assessment will
be undertaken to determine the significance of the building and lands and what
actions are required to minimize or mitigate any adverse impacts.
When a zoning bylaw amendment application is submitted the following studies will
be provided; a shadow impact assessment, pedestrian -level wind study,
transportation impacts study, tree inventory and tree saving plan, an archaeological
study and an architectural peer review report.
Subject to this specific development policy, the following services, facilities and
matters shall be provided under an agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning
Act for any portion of the buildings in excess for 30 storeys:
1) The contribution of facilities and/or cash to the City, in the amount based on
the cost of construction per square meter multiplied by the area of each floor
capable of being occupied above 30 storeys, multiplied by 5 to be used for
capital facilities of one or more projects as determined by Council that are
beyond those that would otherwise be provided under the provisions of the
Planning Act or the Development Charges Act and secured through an
agreement.
That Figure 4 Height Strategy be amended by adding the 3.03 hectare site
to the area identified High Rise and the addition of a reference that this site is
subject to a new policy in 4.6.11(d).
The City of Niagara Falls has a set of urban design guidelines for hotels over 10 storeys in
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1) Have clearly defined podiums that are designed to animate and define
street(s), this can be accomplished by placing podiums to street frontage
and/or through landscaping at lot frontage;
2) Coordinate with adjacent buildings, driveways and parking spaces as much
as possible;
3) Have podium no taller than 4 storeys and 17 metres;
4) Have towers setback a minimum of 3 metres from the street;
5) Have towers with maximum building floor plate of 1,115 square metres
above the podiums
6) Have towers with length to width ratios of 1:1.5 to 1:1.8;
7) Have a minimum separation distance of 25 metres between the tower
portions on the same site and 12.5 metres between tower portions and any
interior side lot lines; and
8) Supply all required parking on -site, preferable in below grade parking
garages and/or parking garages within the 4 storey podium with commercial
uses at grade where it abuts a street lot line.
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Date: May 25, 2009
Re: Clifton Hill BIA. Budget
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Please find enclosed the Clifton Hill 2009:budget for submission to city council.
The budget results in a 2009 tax levy request of $12,500.
Thank you for co-ordination this matter and should you have any questions please
contact me at (905) 357-5911 or hoakes(acliftonhillcom.
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June 8, 2009 L- 2009 -25
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: L- 2009 -25
Declare Surplus Montgomery Street
Our File No.: 2008 -223
RECOMMENDATION:
BACKGROUND:
Niagara,Falls
That Montgomery Street located south of McLeod Road and west of Pin Oak Drive
"subject land and shown hatched on Attachment "1", be declared surplus.
Legal Services has received a request from the abutting landowner to the north of the
subject land, Niagara Peninsula Energy Inc. "NPEI to sell Montgomery Street to it for
the purpose of employee parking.
The subject land is an open road allowance which will be permanently closed prior to sale
and is located to the south of McLeod Road between Kalar Road and Montrose Road, and
on the west side of Pin Oak Drive.
The request has been circulated to all City departments and public utilities, the result of
which was that there were no objections to the subject land being permanently closed,
declared surplus and conveyed to NPEI.
A Report permanently closing the road allowance and dealing with the sale of the subject
land to NPEI will be presented for Council's consideration, at a later date.
Based on all of the above, Staff is recommending that the subject land be declared surplus
in anticipation of the closure and sale of same.
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Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
K. Beaman /L. Banks
Ken Beaman, City Solicitor
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His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: L- 2009 -26
Declare Surplus
6592 Dunn Street
Our File No.: 2008 -113
RECOMMENDATION:
N iag ara cells
CANADA
L- 2009 -26
That Lot 15, Plan NS25 known municipally as 6592 Dunn Street, "subject land as shown
on Attachments "1"& "2 be declared surplus and proceed to sale.
BACKGROUND:
In 1973 the subject land was conveyed to the City as a condition of the Leawood Estates
Subdivision Agreement to fulfill the Developer's obligation to provide parkland dedication.
The conveyance was subject to a right of first refusal in favour of of 6590 Leawood
Crescent. The right was not exercised and was allowed to expire in 1991. A further
agreement was entered into at that time.
The 1991 agreement provided that the City would allow the owners of 6590 Leawood
Crescent the use of the subject land in exchange for preserving the trees upon same and
maintaining 6590 Leawood Crescent (the Weaver House) in good condition. The
agreement could be terminated by either side on six months notice. It included a right of
first refusal to purchase the lands at fair market value. This agreement expired in 2001.
In 2008, the current owners of the Weaver House requested a new agreement upon the
same terms as the 1991 agreement.
Staff does not recommend such an agreement for the following reasons:
1) The lands in question constitute a building lot and can bring considerable value to the
City. The City is currently in need of funds and the sale of the subject land could go some
way towards alleviating these needs.
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2) The City accepted these lands as parkland dedication. They are not suitable for use as
a park and, even if they were suitable, the contemplated agreement would prevent such
use.
3) The proposed agreement does not serve any public interest.
Staff have investigated the possibility of conveying the subject land to the owner of 6590
Leawood Crescent as if the 1991 agreement was still in place, however, an agreement with
respect to conveying the land could not be reached.
The subject land is vacant land which is located on the south side of Dunn Street between
Chestnut Circle and Carlton Avenue. The frontage is approximately 65.86 feet with a depth
of 93.55 feet and is rectangular in shape and has a total area of approximately 6,161
square feet.
Public notice of the of surplus and sale was given in the May 30, 2009 issue
of the Niagara Falls Review in accordance with the City's By -law No. 2003 -02.
Based on all of the above, Staff is recommending that the subject land be declared surplus
and proceed to sale of same.
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
K. Beaman /L. Banks
Ken Beaman, City Solicitor
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K. E. Burden, Executive Director of Corporate Services
Ken odd, Chief Administrative Officer
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June 8, 2009 PD- 2009 -46
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PD- 2009 -46
Sign By -law Amendment
RECOMMENDATION:
Niagarajlal s
That the Sign By -law be amended to permit the encroachment of awnings and canopies
over City road allowances throughout the City as follows:
1. That section 7 of By -law No. 2008 -224 be amended to state the following:
7.3.5 Notwithstanding clause (a) of section 3.6.1, an awning sign may encroach
onto a street or shoulder of a street to within 0.8 metres of a street curb or
the shoulder of a road.
2. That section 10 of By -law No. 2008 -224 be amended to state the following:
10.5 Notwithstanding clause (a) of section 3.6.1, a canopy sign may encroach
onto a street one half the distance between the streetline and the street curb
or the shoulder of the street where a shoulder exists or to within 0.8 metres
of a street curb or the shoulder of a road where a shoulder exists whichever
is the lesser of the two distances.
BACKGROUND:
At the May 25, 2009 meeting of Council, staff report L- 2009 -21 concerning an amendment
to the sign by -law was deferred (attached). The amendments were proposed because,
unlike projecting signs, there was nothing in the Sign By -law allowing awnings or canopies
to encroach upon public space. The amendments were proposed to facilitate a number
of awnings proposed in the Downtown.
There has been subsequent discussion with staff and representatives of the Downtown BIA
concerning awnings. The by -law amendment as presented in the May 25 staff report
would have allowed awnings to project one half of the distance between the building face
(the lot line) and the curb of the road. The Downtown BIA raised the issue of awnings
(largely retractable awnings) that could extend almost to the curb. These awnings would
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be similar to those that were common in downtown areas in the 1940's and 50's. It has
been agreed to allow for the extension of the awnings beyond one half of the distance
between the face of the building and the curb, however, staff would like to maintain a
distance free and clear of any awnings to within 0.8 metres or 2.6 feet of the curb. This will
provide adequate space for delivery trucks who may mount the curb in such areas. The
representatives of the Downtown BIA have been advised and they have no objections to
the revised amendment.
From an administration point of view, an awning or canopy will require a building permit or
sign permit, not both. If the awning has wording, it is treated as a sign. Section 3.3.7 of the
Sign By -law states "if a building permit is issued for a sign that building permit is deemed
to be a sign permit for the purposes of this By -law The anticipated fee for most of the
awning applications is estimated at $150. The requirement of a (building or sign) permit
will allow for an inspection by staff to ensure the integrity of the awning and the safety of
the public. If a proponent is unable to comply with the sign by -law or the awning, canopy
or projecting sign projects farther, an amendment or variance would be necessary.
Public notice of the amendment to the Sign By -law was given for the May 25 meeting.
No members of the public made written or verbal representations; therefore, staff has
dispensed with advertising the amendments again, especially since the change to the
proposed amendment is minor in nature.
CONCLUSION:
The recommended amendment to the sign by -law will better accommodate proposed
awnings and canopies throughout the City. The proposed administration of the handling
of such requests will also be simplified and processed in a much faster manner. Council
support for the amendment is appreciated.
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
D.Iorfida /B. Bolibruck
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His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: L- 2009 -21
Sign By -law Amendment
Our File No. 2002 -587
RECOMMENDATION:
BACKGROUND:
Nip'.. ,s r
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L- 2009 -21
J MATTER DEFERRED BY COUNCIL
That the Sign by -law be amended to permit the encroachment of canopy and awning signs
over City road allowances in the following way:
1. That section 7 of By -law No. 2008 -224 be amended to add to it the following:
7.3.5 Notwithstanding clause (a) of section 3.6.1, an awning sign may encroach
onto a street one half of the distance between the streetline and the street
curb or the shoulder of the street where a shoulder exists or to within 0.8
metres of a street curb or the shoulder of a road where a shoulder exists
whichever is the lesser of the two distances.
2. That section 10 of By -law No. 2008 -224 be amended to add to it the following:
10.5 Notwithstanding clause (a) of section 3.6.1, a canopy sign may encroach
onto a street one half of the distance between the streetline and the street
curb or the shoulder of the street where a shoulder exists or to within 0.8
metres of a street curb or the shoulder of a road where a shoulder exists
whichever is the lesser of the two distances.
Sign By -law No. 2008 -224 was enacted by Council on December 15, 2008. Section 3.6.1
of that by -law prohibited any sign that is located on or over public property. Public property
would include a municipal road allowance. There is an exception to this general prohibition
for projecting signs. In the course of administering the by -law, Staff have encountered a
number of applications for sign permits involving canopy and awning signs that are
intended to extend over the sidewalk portion of the City road allowance.
Staff are of the view that these applications should be considered to be routine matters and
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that the applicants should not be compelled to apply for a variance or amendment to the
by -law to obtain their sign permit. Many, if not all, of these applications require a building
permit and so there is protection to the public with respect to the structural aspects of these
signs.
The proposed additional wording to the by -law would permit canopy and awning signs to
encroach upon the City road allowance to the same extent as was permitted for projecting
signs in the original by -law. As these signs constitute encroachments upon the City road
allowance, Staff propose that such signs also require an Encroachment Permit, in order
that the City can ensure that the owner of the sign will provide insurance that can be called
upon in the event the sign causes any damage.
Staff believe that the proposed amendments will simplify and speed up the process for
dealing with these routine applications.
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
KB /sm
Ken Beaman, City Solicitor
K. E. Burde Executive Director of Corporate Services
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
June 8, 2009 F- 2009 -34
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: F- 2009 -34
2009 Debenture Issue
RECOMMENDATION:
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BACKGROUND:
That the Council request the Region of Niagara to issue debentures on behalf of the City
of Niagara Falls totaling $2,959,604.
The City, as a lower tier municipality, cannot issue its own debentures but rather requests
the Region of Niagara to issue the debt on behalf of the City. The Region of Niagara is
preparing its debt issue for July 2009 and requires Council's request.
The City has a series of capital works projects that are completed and require funding to
close.
The amount required for the debenture is $2,959,604 as shown in the attached listing of
projects. This amount was identified in the 2009 approved capital budget.
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
Ken Burd
Todd Harrison, Direct ia r of Finance
Executive Director of Corporate Services
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
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2009 Debentures
Capital Project Financing Request
Fire Station 1 Renovations Upgrades $424,332
Pumper Purchases #2 $426,341
Rescue 2 $122,242
Station 6 Replacement $102,289
CliftonNictoria Ave. Intersection Reconstruction $449,689
Portage Road Traffic Calming 66,141
Woodbine Street Traffic Calming $183,831
Kalar Park "Home for Girls Soccer" $350,000
Patrick Cummings Sports Complex $834,739
Total $2,959,604
June 8, 2009 FS- 2009 -05
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: FS- 2009 -05
JEPP Funding Agreement
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign JEPP Application Funding Approval agreements
for two approved federal grants for Fire Services' equipment.
BACKGROUND:
The Joint Emergency Preparedness Program (JEPP) is a federal grant program that is available
to municipalities upon application and approval from Emergency Management Ontario. Both
projects have received approval but a new agreement form has been introduced that requires
municipal signatories.
Funding for both projects has been approved in the 2009 Capital budget. This approval request
is to allow the agreement to be signed.
JEPP Project No. Equipment
ON -42 -167 Emergency Generator Portable
ON -42 -097 Chemical, Biological, Radiological,
Nuclear (CBRN) Decon Tent
Recommended by:
Respectfully submitted:
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Lee Smith, Fire Chief
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Capital F12 #12 -3- 210012 030000
Operating #11 -3- 230000 030000
Fire Services
June 8, 2009 IS- 2009 -01
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His Worship Mayor Ted Salci C A N A D A
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
BACKGROUND:
Re: IS- 2009 -01
Preferred Computer and Server Manufacturer
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council approve Dell Canada as the preferred manufacturer of servers and
computers purchased by the City of Niagara Falls until the end of 2010; and
That Council also approve the purchase of two Dell servers at a discounted rate due to a
shipping error.
In 2001, the City of Niagara Falls became aware of a Request for Proposal (RFP) that the
District School Board of Niagara (DSBN) had issued for servers and computers. The
DSBN had invested many hours creating this RFP and weighing the results from the
participating vendors. Dell Canada was chosen as their vendor of choice because they had
the best price for their required specifications. The RFP required the successful Tier 1
vendor(I BM, DELL, HP, etc.) to supply the same pricing to other public sector entities within
the Niagara area. As a result we piggybacked on the DSBN's agreement with Dell
Canada, making Dell our preferred hardware manufacturer for servers and computers.
In July 2008, Dell informed the DSBN that they would no longer allow piggybacking by the
Niagara public sector and removed this option from their contract. Nonetheless, City staff
would like to continue our relationship with Dell Canada as our preferred manufacturer until
2010.
City staff has been impressed with the quality, price and support from Dell. We would like
Council's approval to continue using Dell hardware, as opposed to other Tier 1 vendors,
for the following benefits:
1. Existing Dell server and computer investment is compatible with new purchases.
2. Dell `Warranty Parts Direct' on -line parts ordering.
3. Dell Technician Certifications held by 3 IS staff.
4. Dell `Premier Service£', on -line purchasing.
5. Excellent quality
6. Excellent D- s
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In addition, due to a shipping error on an order for two Dell servers for a cost of
$4,827.32ea, an additional two servers with exact same specifications were received. Dell
has offered to reduce the cost of each server mistakenly shipped by $550 to avoid the
return of the items. As Information Systems has budgeted to purchase these exact same
servers within the next few months, it is recommended that we purchase them now to take
advantage of the reduced price.
FUNDING:
This purchase will be funded from IS Account# 11 -3- 143020 030000.
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
Steve Norris, 'rector of Information System
K. E. Burden, Executive Director of Corporate Services
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City make application to the Community Adjustment Fund for the Montrose Road
Business Park and the McLeod Road /Oakwood Drive Intersection Improvements.
BACKGROUND:
On May 14, 2009, the Federal Government announced the launch of the Community
Adjustment Fund in Ontario. The fund will provide $348.9 million over a two -year period
to support communities affected by the global economic downturn. The first allocation
under the program for projects submitted by municipalities and not for profit organizations
is $100 million for southern Ontario for projects that must be completed by March 31, 2010.
Projects in Communities with population of Tess than 250,000 will be eligible for support
and for the purposes of the fund, a project must meet all of the following criteria:
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The project can start quickly.
It can be completed by March 31, 2010 with no obligation for continued financial
support.
It is incremental, i.e., not intended to replace existing funding.
Priority will be given to projects that:
Generate employment.
Create the most jobs per dollar invested.
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Examples of eligible activities include those that seek to attract new business or retain
existing enterprises and jobs, improve market access, develop value -added opportunities,
develop and improve municipal infrastructures and build community capacity.
The percentage of the project cost supported by the fund will generally be based on the
amount that is required to ensure that the project proceeds, in keeping with the expected
results and benefits to the community. In the City's case projects have been selected
where additional funding is required in order for the project to be completed.
Based on the above criteria, City staff is recommending the following projects to be
submitted by the June 12, 2009 deadline.
Montrose Road Business Park
This project involves the extension of municipal services that will complete the Montrose
Business Park making the remaining 60 acres market ready. The City's 2009 Capital
Budget contemplated an expenditure of $1,167,094 which was intended to construct a new
culvert on Brown Road, new Storm Water Management Pond and extend curb and gutter
and storm sewers to the existing portion of the Business Park.
The extension of the services and roadway allows additional lands to become available
early in 2010 for sale creating new opportunities for employment. The servicing of the
Montrose Business Park will provide "shovel ready" property which is more competitive in
the marketplace than unserviced lots. The total cost of the project is estimated to be
$2,703,984. The municipality will be seeking $1,536,840 from the Community Adjustment
Fund. This project meets the eligibility criteria of the fund.
McLeod Road /Oakwood Drive Intersection Improvements
This project involves the reconstruction of Oakwood Drive from the McLeod Road
intersection approximately 1 km south. This road work is necessary to accommodate the
volume of traffic generated by the new large scale commercial development proposed by
Smart Centres. The total cost of the project is estimated to be $2,330,000, however due
to limited funding the City has only included $258,000 in its Capital Forecast for this project
in 2009. While this project is a likely candidate for partial funding in the City's new
Development Charges By -law it is unlikely that there will be sufficient funding in the storm
drainage component of the Development Charge Reserve Fund to allow this project to
proceed this year.
The $600,000 contribution requested from the Community Adjustment Fund, if approved,
would allow increased retail space and the creation of new employment opportunities. This
project meets the eligibility criteria in all respects
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Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
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Community Adjustment Fund
Questions and Answers
1. What is the Community Adjustment Fund?
2. Wh is the Government of Canada fundin• communit adjustment?
3. Who will benefit from CAF?
4. How much CAF funding will be invested in Ontario?
5. Who is responsible for the Fund?
6. Who is eligible to apply for funding?
7. What are some examples of eligible activities under CAF?
8. What are eligible costs?
9. How will proposed projects be assessed and selected?
10. When are project proposals due?
11. What are the timeline requirements for projects under CAF?
12. What percentage of project costs will CAF support?
13. How does CAF fit with other Economic Action Plan initiatives that have been announced?
14. How will the Government of Canada flow funding to project recipients?
15. Will this be a permanent program?
16. How will the government ensure appropriate accountability for the use of public funds?
Q3. Who will benefit from CAF?
Canada
Q1. What is the Community Adjustment Fund?
A. The Community Adjustment Fund (CAF) is a two -year, $1- billion economic stimulus measure
announced as part of the Government of Canada's Economic Action Plan. CAF is intended to
provide economic stimulus to mitigate the short-term impacts of the economic downturn by
creating employment opportunities and to address transitional and adjustment challenges in
restructuring industries or communities.
Q2. Why is the Government of Canada funding community
adjustment?
A. The current global economic downturn is having a considerable impact on many communities
across Canada. Canada's resource dependent sectors have suffered from drops in both demand
and prices. Resulting job losses in sectors such as forestry, mining and manufacturing have been
significant. Canada's Economic Action Plan (January 2009), includes several stimulus measures
that focus on strengthening Canada's competitiveness and productivity.
A. Many communities across Canada rely on industrial sectors that have been hit hard by current
economic conditions, including forestry, mining, agriculture, fisheries and manufacturing. The Fund
will give priority to communities that are severely affected by the global economic downturn such
as resource -based communities that depend on a limited industry base.
Q4. how much CAF funding will be invested in Ontario?
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A. In Ontario, the Community Adjustment Fund will provide $348.9 million over two years to
support adjustment measures in communities affected by the global economic downturn. In 2009-
10, this funding for Ontario will total up to $174.2 million.
The first allocation announced on May 14, 2009, will support projects submitted by municipalities
and not for profit organizations.
$100 million for Southern Ontario projects through an intake process, with projects to be
completed by March 31, 2010; and
$15.7 million for Northern Ontario projects through an intake process, with projects to be
completed by March 31, 2011.
For the purpose of the Community Adjustment Fund, Northern Ontario consists of the Electoral
Districts of Algoma Manitoulin- Kapuskasing, Kenora, Nickel Belt, Nipissing- Timiskaming, Parry
Sound Muskoka, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Thunder Bay -Rainy River, Thunder Bay- Superior
North, and Timmins -James Bay.
Q5. Who is responsible for the Fund?
A. The Community Adjustment Fund is an initiative of the Government of Canada. It is being
delivered across the country by the Regional Development Agencies (Atlantic Canada Opportunities
Agency, Community Economic Development for the Regions of Quebec, Western Diversification),
Industry Canada, and Indian and Northern Affairs Canada. In Ontario, the Minister of Industry and
Minister responsible for FedNor has the responsibility for the program.
Q6. Who is eligible to apply for funding?
A. Eligible recipients must be located in communities with a population under 250,000. They
include non profit organizations, post secondary institutions, co- operatives, First Nations,
municipal governments and municipally- created organizations.
The Community Adjustment Fund is designed to complement existing government programs and
services. Projects eligible for funding under other existing federal programs will be ineligible for
CAF funding.
Q7. What are some examples of eligible activities under CAF?
A. Examples of eligible activities include those that seek to attract new business or retain existing
enterprises and jobs, improve market access, develop value -added opportunities, develop and
improve municipal infrastructure, build community capacity and support the development of
economic strategies, adjustment and growth. Activities that support "green" strategies and
technologies could also be eligible, including ecological restoration, protection of habitat, use of
new environmental processes and alternative energy sources.
Q8. What are eligible costs?
A. Eligible costs include specific incremental costs that are considered reasonable and necessary
for the completion of the project. Only costs that are directly related to the eligible activities will be
allowed. Examples of eligible costs include labour costs, materials, capital costs, research and
development, and administrative expenses.
Q9. How will proposed projects be assessed and selected?
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A. Project submissions received by Industry Canada /FedNor will undergo a thorough evaluation
and review process. Submissions will be considered against the following criteria:
a. the project can start quickly;
b. it can be completed within the CAF timeframe with no obligation for continued financial
support;
c. it is incremental (i.e. not intended to replace existing funding).
Priority will be given to projects that:
i. generate immediate employment (beginning as early as summer, 2009);
ii.c reate the most jobs per dollar invested;
iii. leverage funds from the province and other funding partners;
iv. build on collaboration agreements already in place (e.g. federal provincial agreements and
existing programs); and
v. provide a legacy of longer -term ecological and /or economic benefits.
Q10. When are project proposals due?
A. Completed and signed project submissions must be received at one of the identified offices no
later than June 12, 2009.
Q11. What are the timeline requirements for projects under CAF?
A. In Southern Ontario, projects submitted under CAF must be completed before March 31, 2010.
Funding in support of CAF in Southern Ontario for 2010 -2011 will be implemented through the
Southern Ontario Development Agency once it is in place.
In Northern Ontario, projects must be completed before March 31, 2011.
Q12. What percentage of project costs will CAF support?
A. The percentage of project costs supported by CAF will generally be based on the amount that is
required to ensure that the project proceeds, in keeping with the expected results and benefits to
the community.
Q13. How does CAF fit with other Economic Action Plan initiatives
that have been announced?
A. The Community Adjustment Fund is just one of several initiatives in Canada's Economic Action
Plan that will help to mitigate the impacts of the global economic downturn on our communities.
Other investments include the $4- billion Infrastructure Stimulus Fund that provides funding to
renew aging infrastructure; the $1- billion Green Infrastructure Fund that assists with projects like
public transit, sustainable energy and waste management, and the $500 million Recreational
Infrastructure Canada initiative that support construction of new community recreational facilities
and upgrades to existing facilities across Canada.
Q14. How will the Government of Canada flow funding to project
recipients?
A. Contributions are normally paid against eligible costs incurred once the Project is initiated.
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Q15. Will this be a permanent program?
A. No. The Community Adjustment Fund is a two -year program. Although the focus of CAF will be
to help create and maintain jobs in the short-term, projects that address transitional and
adjustment challenges yielding economic benefits over longer terms will also be considered.
Q16. How will the government ensure appropriate accountability for
the use of public funds?
A. The Community Adjustment Fund is designed to complement existing government programs
and services. Projects eligible for funding under other existing federal infrastructure programs will
be ineligible for CAF. Recipients are required to report quarterly on activities and outcomes as
projects are being implemented.
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June 8, 2009
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
RECOMMENDATION:
BACKGROUND:
N ia araaJJs
Re: MW- 2009 -42
Mewburn Road Bridge Over CN Railway
Temporary Closure Status Report
MW- 2009 -42
That this report be received for information and that staff be directed to meet with
representatives from CN, the Region of Niagara and the Town of Niagara -on- the -Lake to
address emergency response and road maintenance issues on an interim basis.
On April 22, 2009, Municipal Works staff received a report from Ellis Engineering Ltd.
recommending that "the City close the road immediately unless structural repairs are
completed and it can be shown that the bridge can support the posted load limits. Once
repaired we can then recommend load capacity evaluation (LCE) in order to determine a
safe Toad carrying capacity. The structure should be scheduled for replacement with
another bridge or level crossing NOW."
The closure was implemented immediately and Council was advised of the temporary
detour pending a full inspection by the structural engineers at CN. The Town of Niagara
on- the -Lake was notified so that arrangements for signs and emergency response to the
immediate area could be coordinated.
Staff has received notice that the Town's Public Works Advisory Committee passed a
motion on May 11, 2009 requesting "the Region and the City of Niagara Falls and the Town
staff meet with CN to discuss the closure of the Railroad Bridge on Concession 6 /Mewburn
Road and to come back to Committee with scenarios to reopen."
On May 21, 2009, CN completed a reassessment of the structure and advised our staff
that the needed repairs are "too expensive and will not be completed." This means that
any hope of reopening the roadway this year (even at a reduced load limit) is not likely.
Working Together to Serve Our Community Community Services Department
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June 8, 2009
The single -lane structure needs to be reconstructed to meet the current Ontario Bridge
Code. To complicate the matter further, the Region's Transportation Sustainability Review
(see report MW- 2009 -30 attached) identified this section of Mewburn Road as being a
candidate for transfer to the Region of Niagara due to its inter municipal connector
function. The cost of replacing the existing structure with a new bridge is approximately
$2,000,000. Funding for an expenditure of this nature has not been included in the 5 -year
Capital Forecast.
The next step is to arrange a meeting with each of the stakeholders to coordinate a short
term and long term operating plan to reopen the bridge. The full range of alternatives
including the construction of a level crossing, will be examined. Given the importance of
this road section, permanent closure is not considered to be a practical option. Staff will
prepare a recommendation for Council's consideration once the discussions are completed
later this Summer.
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully Submitted by:
Attach:
Geoff Holm.: n, D;`ctor of Municipal Works
2 MW- 2009 -42
Ed Dujlovic, Ex�e utive Director of Community Services
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
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TELEPHONE 905- 468 -3266
FACSIMILE 905 -468 -2959
May 26, 2009
Canadian National Railway Company
4 Welding Way
P.O. Box 1000
Concord ON L4K 1B9
Dear Mr. MacTaggart:
Yours truly,
Holly Dowd
Town Clerk
Copy: Regional Clerk
City of Niagara Falls r/
Town Public Works
Attention: Mr. John MacTaggart, P.Eng.
Engineering Services
iagara- n- he- ake
Re: Railway Bridge on Concession 6 Road /Mewburn Road, Niagara Falls
Please be advised that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Niagara -on-
the -Lake, at its regular meeting held on May 25, 2009, approved the following
motion:
that the Region, the City of Niagara Falls and Town staff meet with
Canadian National Railway to discuss the closure of the railway
bridge on Concession 6 Road /Mewburn Road and come back to
Committee with scenarios to reopen.
Please contact Mr. Ewald Kuczera, Director of Public Works at 905 468 -3278 to
schedule a meeting.
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His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
BACKGROUND:
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Re: MW- 2009 -30
Regional Niagara
Transportation Services Sustainability Review
RECOMMENDATION:
The recommendation(s)
contained in this report were
adopted by City Council
That the information contained in this report be received by City Council for information
purposes.
The Regional Municipality of Niagara has initiated a Transportation Services Sustainability
Review intended to collect information from Area municipalities, the Ministry of
Transportation (MTO) and the Niagara Parks Commission for the purposes of rationalizing
the Region's roadway infrastructure and reviewing best practices and spending patterns.
Technical Report #1, completed in June 2008 includes a comprehensive review of
background reports, needs assessments and Municipal Class Environmental Assessments
and summarizes the issues related to current service delivery. This reference document
was used to scope out the various issues and obstacles faced by local municipalities and
formed the basis for Technical Reports #2 and #3 dealing with jurisdictional matters and
capital spending respectively.
Technical Report #2, completed in February 2009 revisited the appropriateness of the
current Regional Road Classification Criteria which was adopted in 1997 and modified in
2002. The current criteria was considered to be appropriate and consistent with other
Regional Municipalities (see Table '1'). The result of the application of this criteria was that
approximately 53 linear kilometers of roadway should be transferred from Area
municipalities and the MTO to the Region. In return 44 linear kilometers of roadway should
be transferred from the Region,tc the Area municipalities and MTO. The net increase of
nine (9) linear kilometers mean`sran increase in operating costs of approximately $190,000
to the Region.
Working Together to Serve Our Community
MW-2009-30
Community Services Department
Municipal Works
May 4, 2009
MW-2009-30
For the City of Niagara Falls the jurisdictional changes proposed include:
Extension of Thorold Stone Road Stanley Avenue to Victoria Avenue
(Regional Road) One (1) kilometer
Bridge Street- Stanley Avenue to Victoria (Regional Road transferred to the
City when the extension of Thorold Stone Road is completed) 0.8
kilometers
Victoria Avenue Niagara Parkway to Bridge Street (City Road transferred
to the Region once connectivity with Thorold Stone Road extension is
completed) 0.9 kilometers.
Mewburn Road Mountain Road to Niagara -on -the -Lake boundary (City
Road transferred to the Region) 3.5 kilometers.
The proposed transfers result in approximately 4.4 kilometers of City roads to the Region
and approximately 0.8 kilometers returned to the City from the Region. In future operating
budgets this will translate into a modest cost savings of approximately $72,000 annually.
The transfer of jurisdiction process will involve a formal agreement and by -law from the
respective Councils. The Region is developing a priority list to deal with more urgent
situations first.
Technical Report #2, also sought to clarify issues regarding responsibility for local services
that are located within the Regional Road Right -of -way particularly;
Storm Sewers,
Streetlights,
Sidewalks and Walkways, and
Landscaped medians.
Responsibility for the ownership of these components within the right -of -way is important
from the perspective of PSAB PS3150 so that these assets can be appropriately
accounted for in the municipality's financial records. Based on feedback from the Area
municipalities and a review of other best management practices the following conclusions
were developed.
May 4, 2009
ASSET
Storm Sewers
Street Lights
Sidewalks and
Walkways
Landscaped Medians
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MUNICIPAL ASSETS ON REGIONAL ROADS
OWNERSHIP
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Region (new)
Local (same)
Local (same)
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POLICY
All storm sewers of size 675mm
diameter and less. City
responsible for funding any new
storm sewer that is 750 mm
diameter or greater.
All streetlights are owned and
operated by the respective road
authority. Decorative lighting
costs are the responsibility of
the local municipality.
All sidewalks remain the
responsibility of the local
municipality.
AN landscaped medians remain
the responsibility of the local
municipality.
The financial impacts of these modifications have not been accurately quantified at this
time however there are potential hydro cost savings to the City of $75,000 to $85,000
under this proposal.
Technical Report #3, completed in January 2009 provides general information on the
expenditures by municipalities on road related activities. The data does not lend itself to
easy comparison among municipalities due to reporting differences and varying levels of
service delivery.
This report recommends that Area municipalities modify the financial reporting practices
of their operating budgets so that they align more closely with the guidelines of the
Municipal Performance Measurement Program (MPMP). This will allow the Region and
each Area municipality to better monitor their spending and allocation in relation to other
Ontario municipalities. While the City of Niagara Falls staff recognize the benefits of being
able to compare performance measurements, we believe that this data does not recognize
the distinct differences in economic opportunities and constraints that naturally exist
between municipalities. The amount of money spent is not a true reflection of the amount
of effort required. Technical Report #3 does however recommend that staff meet on a
regular basis in an effort to address ongoing road maintenance issues
Regional staff will be presenting the findings of these three technical reports for their
Council's consideration later this Spring.
May 4, 2009
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Attachment:
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Geoff Holma Dir- tor of Municipal Works
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Ed Dujlovic, Execute Director of Community Services
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TABLE 1
MODIFIED MAJOR ARTERIAL ROAD NETWORK
ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT STUDY CLASSIFICATION CRITERIA
1. Urban Centre Connector provide a connection between urban centres
having a population in excess of 750 persons to
each other and to the Provincial Highway network.
2. Service to Major Traffic provide major arterial road service within 4.0 km
Generators of major attractors or generators of heavy vehicles
or high traffic volumes (minimum of 1000 vpd)
such as manufacturing plants, quarries, tourist
attractions, resort/recreational areas, major
institutional complexes and satellite parking
facilities.
3. Barrier Service provide major arterial road service parallel to
and/or crossing of major geographical barriers
where feasible given no other Provincial Highway
or major arterial road is within 4.0 km.
4. System Continuity with Adjacent provide continuity of the major arterial road
Jurisdictions network within the Region with the major arterial
road network of adjacent jurisdictions.
5. Overall System Continuity provide continuity of the major arterial road
network identified through the application of the
above criteria.
In addition, in order for a road section to be designated as a Regional Road, at least one of the above
criteria must be satisfied together with the average daily traffic volume being greater than 1500 AADT within the
rural areas and greater than 5000 AADT in the urban areas.
June 8, 2009
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PRC- 2009 -24
Security Monitoring Contract
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council accept the quote submitted by Cantec Security Services Inc. in the amount
of $134,128 (GST excluded) for a three -year contract for security patrol of parks and pools.
BACKGROUND:
The City's neighbourhood parks and pools have long been targeted with unwanted
activities including playspace vandalism, graffiti, trespassing, alcohol and drugs. In 2003,
the City initiated a security monitoring program whereby a Security company patrolled
several parks every night during the summer months. The program was a success and
over the years several more parks were added to the schedule and in recent years three
pools and the MacBain Skatepark were added to the schedule.
Quotations for a three -year security monitoring contract were received by the closing date
of May 14, 2009, with five companies bidding. Companies were invited to quote on various
components of the contract as follows:
Schedule A Parks:
Schedule B Skatepark:
Schedule C George Bukator:
Schedule D Pools:
Schedule E
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PRC- 2009 -24
June 1 to October 31= 22 weeks 7 hours nightly
(mobile security)
March 15 to November 15 35 weeks 2 visits nightly
(mobile security)
Year round (mobile security)
Starting June 20 for 10 weeks (stationary security)
Hourly rate for misc. special events
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Community Services Department
Parks, Recreation Culture
Company
3 Year
Total Amount
(before GST)
schedule A to D
2009 Hourly
Event Rate
(as booked)
schedule E
2009
Mileage /km
Allied Protection Agency
Toronto, Ontario
$188,716
$15.00
$0.40
Cantec Security Services Inc.
St. Catharines, Ontario
$134,128
$12.50
$0.42
G4S Security
Hamilton, Ontario
$204,473
$14.26
included
Millennium Alarm Response
Investigation Corp.
Brantford, Ontario
$364,867
$18.95
$0.55
Trojan Security
Investigation Services
St. Catharines, Ontario
$511,823
$18.75
included
June 8, 2009
Cantec Security Services Inc. currently provides the security services for parks and
municipal pool facilities and has done so for the past three years under contract.
Cantec Security Inc, is the low bidder for the three -year contract as per the following
comparison:
The Parks 2009 operating budget and the Pools 2009 operating budget contain sufficient
funds to cover the security monitoring contract. Staff recommend the continuation of a
security monitoring program at municipal parks and pools to ensure the safe use of our
facilities.
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
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Denys Morrisse
Ed Dujlovic, E
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Director of Community Services
PRC- 2009 -24
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
June 8, 2009
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
RECOMMENDATION:
BACKGROUND:
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
Alex Herl
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His Worship Mayor Ted Salci C D
Re: PD- 2009 -40
SWC- 2008 -004, Balzacs Coffee Ltd.
Sidewalk Cafe Licence Agreement with the City
4388 Queen Street
That the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute a Sidewalk Cafe Licence
Agreement, with Balzac's Coffee Ltd. and Historic Niagara Development Inc. to permit the
operation of a sidewalk cafe over a portion of the City sidewalk in front of Balzacs located at
4388 Queen Street.
Balzac's Coffee Ltd. and Historic Niagara Development Inc. have applied to the City for a
Sidewalk Cafe Licence Agreement for a sidewalk cafe in front of Balzac's located at 4388
Queen Street, as shown on Schedule 1. The Sidewalk Cafe application has been reviewed by
staff and is recommended for approval.
The licensed area is approximately 21.3 square metres and is shown hatched on Schedule 1.
The licence fee for 2009 is $532.50. The term of the proposed licence is five years and the
sidewalk cafe will be required to operate in accordance with the City's Sidewalk Cafe
Guidelines.
The Licencee will also be required to take out and keep in force a comprehensive policy of
general liability and property damage insurance of not Tess than $2 million to cover Balzac's
Coffee Ltd. and the City. At it's discretion, the City may either terminate or modify the licensed
area if the remaining sidewalk proves to be insufficient to accommodate the flow of pedestrians
in this high volume area such that pedestrian safety could be compromised, or if the City
requires the lands for its or another agency's purpose. Each party must give 30 days written
notice to terminate the licence.
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Ed D jlovi xecir e Director of Community Services
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Planning Development
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June 8, 2009 PD- 2009 -41
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: PD- 2009 -41
CB &FIG 2009 -003, Commercial Building Improvement Grant Application
C A Tartaglia S M DiPietro
6422 6424 Ontario Avenue
RECOMMENDATION:
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1. That Council approve the application for a Commercial Building Improvement Grant
in the amount of $2,850.00, subject to meeting the program requirements including
the requirements of City permits and entering into an agreement with the City.
2. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the grant agreement.
BACKGROUND:
The City has received an application for a commercial building improvement grant for
4622 -4624 Ontario Avenue in the Downtown area. The property was subject to a previous
application for facade improvement in 2008 where the applicants received a grant of
$7,500. The applicants have advised that the electrical wiring for the residential units on
the second floor are in need of an upgrade to comply with required electrical standards.
The cost of the electrical upgrade will be approximately $5,700 and they are eligible to
receive 50% or $2,850 under the City's CIP building improvement grant. A location map
of the property is shown in Appendix 1.
As part of the grant application, the applicant will be required to enter into an agreement
with the City. The agreement details the responsibilities of the applicant in order to receive
the grant.
Working Together to Serve Our Community
/Community Services Department
Planning Development
June 8, 2009
CONCLUSION:
The proposed improvements will upgrade the second floor apartments of the commercial
building. It will encourage the continued occupancy and leasing of the second floor
residential apartments which is important in the Downtown. Based upon the above,
Planning staff has no objections to the approval of the subject application.
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
B.Bolibruck
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Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning Development
Ed Dujlovic, E
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Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
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June 8, 2009 PD- 2009 -45
Members:
RECOMMENDATION:
BACKGROUND:
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
J.Barnsley:gd
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His Worship Mayor Ted Salci c N A t
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Re: PD- 2009 -45
Amendments to the City's Official Plan
Conformity with the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe
That Council pass the resolution on the agenda requesting a one year extension to the June
16, 2009 deadline to amend the Official Plan to conform with the Growth Plan for the Greater
Golden Horseshoe.
On June 16, 2006, the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe was approved by the
Lieutenant Governor in Council. The Growth Plan contains policies that municipalities are
required to incorporate into their Official Plans in order to ensure that the Growth Plan is
implemented. A three -year timeline was established for municipalities to bring their Official
Plans into conformity with the Growth Plan. The City has been actively undertaking the
necessary studies and work to lay the foundations for these amendments. The Region, at the
same time, has undertaken its growth strategy, Niagara 2031. It has recently adopted an
amendment to the Regional Policy Plan that will bring the Policy Plan into conformity.
As the City's Official Plan has to conform to the Regional Plan, staff could not bring forward
amendments until such time as the Region adopted its own amendments. Given this, the June,
2009, deadline cannot be reached. The City is not alone in not being able to reach the deadline
and recognizing this, the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure has written to lower tier
municipalities offering a one -year extension, if requested by the municipality. The resolution
on the agenda is the formal request by the City to the Minister to grant a one -year extension.
Staff should be in a position to bring the amendments before Council for consideration by early
2010. Attached is a work plan illustrating the growth plan conformity exercise.
Alex Herlovitchgrector of Planning Development
Ed qut gvic E"'ru eiire of Community Services
en' Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
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Community n Development
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Working Together to Serve Our Community Planning Development
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1. Growth Management
2. Residential: separate into sections on Greenfields and the Built -up Area
Built -up Area:
Growth Plan Conformity Exercise
Greenfields:
establishment of the population, household and employment projections consistent
with Schedule 3 of the Growth Plan
establishment of policies regarding settlement area expansions and employment
land conversions, their timings and inclusion with a Municipal Comprehensive
Review
establishment of intensification target of 40%
identification of mixed use areas, nodes and corridors
linkage between transit routes and intensification areas
establishment of a density hierarchy as it relates to mixed use areas, nodes,
corridors and infilling
mapping and determination of infill potential
urban design policies regarding minimum densities, maximum building heights,
other compatibility issues such as screening of parking areas, shadowing, separation
distances, setbacks
implementation policies such as density bonuses for the provision of affordable
housing, site remediation
establishment of the 53 people and jobs per hectare
establishment of the required residential and employment densities to reach the
target
mapping of gross developable land area to determine future land supply
development of policies on complete communities
development of policies requiring a mix of residential housing forms and
affordability levels, inclusion of neighbourhood commercial, services, employment,
institutional uses within secondary plan areas
transit routing through secondary plan areas
accommodation of active transportation
development phasing
3. Employment Lands
development of policies to protect the City's industrial land base in proximity to the
QEW
designation of the lands at the QEW/Lyon's Creek Road interchange as an
employment area that will serve to as a southern gateway to take advantage of the
Gateway Economic Zone and policies to bring these lands into the development
stream
identification of the City's Tourist Commercial land base as employment lands
urban design policies that provide for compact, transit supportive development
implementation of brownfield redevelopment has been previously completed
through the City -wide Brownfield CIP
OPA for the Brownfiled Pilot Project Area that provides for detailed
implementation policies has been adopted by Council recently
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June 8, 2009 TS- 2009 -23
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
BACKGROUND:
Recommended by:
by:
Respectfully submitted:
Nia; araflalls
Members:
Re: TS- 2009 -23 Magdalen Street Parking Review
RECOMMENDATION:
That parking be prohibited at all times on the northeast side of Magdalen Street between
Ellen Avenue and McGrail Avenue.
City Council recently approved a zoning by -law amendment application to place the Stirling
Inn and Greg Frewin Theatre under separate site specific Tourist Commercial zones to
facilitate the proposed separation of the two developments. The Sterling Inn and Spa
requested an additional access onto their site be provided via Magdalen Street to establish
a new fire route within the newly created parcel.
For the past year, metered parking on the northeast side of Magdalen Street between Ellen
Avenue and McGrail Avenue was removed to accommodate construction. With the new
access on Madgalen Street, there is insufficient room to accommodate on- street parking,
therefore, the parking restriction on the northeast side of Magdalen Street between Ellen
Avenue and McGrail Avenue will be instituted permanently Metered on- street parking is
available on Magdalen Street the next block north and south of the study area, as well as
on Ellen Avenue and McGrail Avenue. In addition, both the Sterling Inn and Spa and the
Greg Frewin theatre provide on -site parking for their patrons.
Karl Dren or of Transportation Services
Ed Dujlovic, xecu lye Director of Community Services
Ke Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
J. Grubich
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Community Services Department
Transportation Services
Working Together to Serve Our Community
June 8, 2009 TS- 2009 -28
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
RECOMMENDATION:
BACKGROUND:
Niagara ally
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Re: TS- 2009 -28
Bus Terminal Taxi Stand Lease RFP Results
1. That Niagara Falls Taxi Ltd. be awarded the contract to lease the Taxi Stand at the
Bus Terminal for a three -year period June 15, 2009 to June 14, 2012.
2. That the Mayor and the Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary agreements.
Proposals for the supply of taxi service based on a lease of the designated curb area
adjacent to the Bus Terminal at the corner of Bridge Street and Erie Avenue, closed May
28, 2009 with the following results:
Year Niagara Falls Taxi Ltd. 5 -0 Taxi Co. Inc.
One $3,000. $100.
Two $3,300. $100.
Three $3,600. $100.
Total (Three Year) $9,900. $300.
The previous lease was held by Niagara Falls Taxi at a three -year rate of $6,000. Staff
recommends awarding the contact to the highest bidder, Niagara Falls Taxi Ltd., for a three
year period June 15, 2009 to June 14, 2012.
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Community Services Department
Transportation Services
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully submitted:
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Ed Dujlovic, l ecutive Director of Community Services
Ken odd, Chief Administrative Office
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June 8, 2009 TS- 2009 -29
His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: TS- 2009 -29 Bridge Street
Revisions to On- street Parking
RECOMMENDATION:
Niagara1alls
1. That the Council endorse the staff recommended on- street parking revision outlined
in this report; and
2. That a copy be forwarded to Niagara Region for their consideration.
BACKGROUND:
GO Train will be servicing the community on weekends commencing June 27, 2009. In
anticipation of the arrival of GO, revisions to parking zones on Bridge Street are required
to provide for a staging /queue area for Niagara Falls Transit vehicles.
Upon departing the train, passengers opting for public transportation, will board a Niagara
Falls Transit vehicle stationed at the current transit stop on Bridge Street in front of the Via
train station. The bus will depart once fully loaded and the next bus from the queue area
will arrive to continue the loading process. The buses from the queue will augment the
routing for the Falls Shuttle. It is recommended that the queue area for the transit vehicles
be located within the existing "2 hr Mon -Fri" parking zone located on the north side of
Bridge Street in the vicinity of Zimmerman Avenue and Cataract Avenue. It is suggested
that additional signs be installed indicating "No Standing Sat, Sun and Holidays" to
accommodate the weekend service. In addition, the existing 2 hour zone should reflect
"Mon Fri, excluding holidays The proposed modification will not affect current users of
this available parking area Monday through Friday.
In addition to the above, it is suggested that the current parking restriction located on the
south side of Bridge Street adjacent the Niagara Falls Transit building be extended
westerly to the first residential property. This will ensure unobstructed visibility from the
transit property access as well as encourage off -site bus parking.
Working Together to Serve Our Community
Community Services Departm
Transportation Services
June 8, 2009
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As Bridge Street is under the jurisdiction of Niagara Region, a site meeting was held with
region staff to discuss the preferred plan. Regional staff are supportive of the suggested
revisions.
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Respectfully Submitted:
M.Carrick
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His Worship Mayor Ted Salci
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Re: TS- 2009 -30 GO Train Service Niagara Falls Transit Update
RECOMMENDATION:
That this Report be received for the information of Council.
BACKGROUND:
Although the announcement to service Niagara Falls with GO trains and buses was made
a few months later than the initial projected start-up date, it was welcome news when the
messages were delivered by Minister of Transportation, Jim Bradley that the GO train and
bus services would be servicing Niagara Falls effective June 27' and September 5th
respectively. This delayed announcement has, however created some challenges for
Business Development and Transportation Services staff to implement the necessary
infrastructure in a timely manner to address the anticipated ridership off loading and
loading at our inter municipal transportation hub on Bridge Street.
Transportation staff have been meeting with GO personnel in an effort to determine how
many customers may take advantage of the new services, especially the rail service, which
has the potential to off-load over 500 customers at our VIA Station at one time. The
challenge for Niagara Falls Transit staff will be to have the necessary resources in place
to expeditiously transport these customers to the major attraction destinations in as
seamless a manner as possible. These resource requirements include; up to five
additional buses, increasing our staff complement, designing /printing marketing materials,
as well as additional operational and administrative tasks associated with the new initiative.
At the present time, city staff have been liaising with GO Transit staff to ensure a seamless
implementation of the services. There are issues surrounding the introduction of a
complementary fare, mainly due to the train station being a VIA facility, versus a GO
Transit facility. The ownership of the station enables GO Transit to subsidize municipal
fares, which enhances the fare collection process and convenience for the customer. GO
personnel are working to resolve this matter, however if unsuccessful, customers off
loading the GO trains wilha pay an additional fare to board a bus to continue their
trip to the various a tr s.
Working Together to Serve Our Community
Community Services Department
Transportation Services
June 8, 2009
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Niagara Falls Transit staff have been busy working on addressing the operational
challenges, while supported by Business Development staff who have been assisting with
communications and marketing resources. GO Transit have been planning a thorough
launch of the service to ensure the marketplace is aware of this exciting transportation
opportunity. Internally, city staff have been developing routes and schedules to meet the
trains, as well as bring customers back to the station for their return trips. As mentioned,
this may require up to five additional buses, which can be leased from St. Catharines
Transit for the months of July and August for $3,500.00 per bus per month. While the GO
Train service continues beyond Labour Day weekend, Niagara Falls Transit has the buses
necessary to accommodate the loads through to Thanksgiving since our post secondary
institutional services do not operate on weekends or holidays.
In addition to their discussions with Niagara Falls Transit staff regarding service
requirements, GO staff have been liaising with various other transportation providers to
ensure the patrons on the train have convenient, affordable options when they arrive in our
City. They have been talking with the Casino's about the provision of shuttles, as well
services to the Shaw Festival initiating in St. Catharines. Therefore, every effort is being
made to secure the necessary resources to efficiently service the train traffic by Niagara
Falls Transit staff.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
An estimated cost to provide the service has been forwarded to GO personnel for their
consideration. The expenses and potential revenues are as follows;
Expenses:
Total Expenses $227,115.00
Revenue:
Total Revenue $75,600.00
Net Cost (Expenses less Revenue) $151,515.00
*Although GO personnel estimate 500 customers will arrive in Niagara Falls each Saturday
and Sunday, it is anticipated children will be permitted travel fare free on the two services.
City Staff are continuing to negotiate a seamless, integrated fare with GO, to be offered to
the public, as well as, subsidy for our operational costs. Should fare subsidies be
unavailable to the City, then Staff will have to seek other financial options to pay for the
service, which may include Gas Tax reserves.
June 8, 2009
Recommended by:
Approved by:
Approved by:
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Ed Dujlovic, Executive Director of Community Services
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
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No.
Moved by
Seconded by
The City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Council Chambers
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls hereby
requests The Regional Municipality of Niagara to issue debentures in accordance with the terms and
amounts set out below, and further, that the City confirms that it has entered into a contract for or
authorized the commencement of all works herein listed:
Capital Account No. Capital Project Description Financing Retirement
Request Term
12 -3- 210017- 030000 Fire Station 1 Renovations Upgrades $424,332 10 Years
12 -3- 210034- 030000 Pumper Purchases #2 $426,341 10 Years
12 -3- 210037- 030000 Rescue 2 122,242 10 Years
12 -3- 210032 030000 Station 6 Replacement $102,289 10 Years
12 -3- 310034 030000 Clifton/Victoria Avenue Intersection $449,689 10 Years
Reconstruction
12 -3- 340011 030000 Portage Road Traffic Calming $66,141 10 Years
12 -3- 340014 030000 Woodbine Street Traffic Calming $183,831 10 Years
12 -3- 730004 030000 Kalar Park "Home for Girls Soccer" $350,000 10 Years
12 -3- 730005- 030000 Patrick Cummings Sports Complex $834,739 10 Years
AND The Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
June 8, 2009
DEAN IORFIDA R. T. (TED) SALCI
CITY CLERK MAYOR
No.
Moved by Councillor
Seconded by Councillor
MY'OF• CANADA
N IAGA A FA1
The City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Resolution
WHEREAS in June 2006, the Provincial government approved the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden
Horseshoe (the "Plan and
WHEREAS the purpose of the Plan is plan for the future growth in population, housing and employment
that will allow the Golden Horseshoe to benefit from this growth, while ensuring the development of
healthy, safe and balanced communities from a more efficient use of land and infrastructure; and
WHEREAS the City of Niagara Falls (the "City has been actively undertaking the necessary studies and
work to lay the foundations for amendments to its Official Plan; and
WHEREAS the City's Official Plan has to conform to the Plan and the Policy Plan of the Regional
Municipality of Niagara (the "Region and
WHEREAS municipalities were given three (3) years to bring their Official Plans in compliance with the
Plan policies; and
WHEREAS the recent completion of the Region's growth management strategy has not allowed the City
enough time reach the three (3) year deadline; and
WHEREAS the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure has recognized that lower -tier municipalities may
need more time and has offered a one -year extension.
T EREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure be requested to extend
the deadline for Official Plan amendments in compliance Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe
by one year.
AND The Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
DEAN IORFIDA
R. T. (TED) SALCI
CITY CLERK MAYOR
No.
Moved by
Seconded by
The City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Resolution
WHEREAS the City of Niagara Falls has been chosen as one of the locations for the 2010 Olympic
Torch Relay (the "event and
WHEREAS in December 2008, City Council approved monies for a community celebration related
to the event (cf. BDD- 2008 -04); and
WHEREAS the City has an opportunity to receive funding of up to $15,000 from the Department
of Canadian Heritage; and
WHEREAS the Federal government is requesting a Council resolution authorizing the submission
of the grant application.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the appropriate staff person be authorized to submit a
financial request to the Department of Canadian Heritage in relation to the Olympic Torch Relay and
Community Celebration.
AND The Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
Carried Unanimously
DEAN IORFIDA R. T. (TED) SALCI
CITY CLERK MAYOR
A by -law to declare Parcel Streets -1 Section M40; Montgomery Street Plan M -40; in the City of
Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, surplus.
WHEREAS subsection 268(3)(a) of the Municipal Act, 2001, provides that prior to selling any land,
every municipality and local board shall by by -law or resolution declare the land to be surplus;
AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls now deems it
expedient to pass this by -law;
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
Parcel Streets -1 Section M40; Montgomery Street Plan M -40; in the City of Niagara Falls, in the
Regional Municipality of Niagara, is hereby declared surplus.
Passed this eighth day of June, 2009.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Third Reading:
June 8, 2009.
June 8, 2009.
June 8, 2009.
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By -law No. 2009-
A by -law to authorize the execution of a Sidewalk Cafe Licence Agreement with Balzac's Coffee
Ltd. and Historic Niagara Development Inc., respecting the licencing of a Sidewalk Cafe over a
portion of City sidewalk in front of Balzac's Coffee Ltd. located at 4388 Queen Street.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1. A Sidewalk Cafe Licence Agreement dated August 14, 2008, and made between Balzac's
Coffee Ltd. as Licensee, Historic Niagara Development Inc. as Owner and The Corporation of the
City of Niagara Falls as City, respecting the licencing of a Sidewalk Cafe in front of 4388 Queen
Street, as attached hereto, is hereby approved and authorized.
2. The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute the said Sidewalk Cafe Licence
Agreement and all other documents that may be required for the purpose of carrying out the intent
of this by -law.
3. The Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the corporate seal thereto and to deliver such
documents.
Passed this eighth day of June, 2009.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R. T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Third Reading:
June 8, 2009.
June 8, 2009.
June 8, 2009.
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By -law No. 2009
THIS AGREEMENT made this 14` day of August, 2008.
BETWEEN:
BALZAC'S COFFEE LTD.,
Hereinafter called the "Licensee"
and
HISTORIC NIAGARA
DEVELOPMENT INC.,
Hereinafter called the "Owner"
and
THE CORPORATION OF THE
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS,
Hereinafter called the "City"
of the FIRST PART;
of the SECOND PART;
of the THIRD PART;
WHEREAS the Licensee has applied to the City for permission to occupy a portion of the sidewalk
for purposes of establishing and operating a sidewalk cafe, which is located on City lands and shown
hatched on Schedule "A" attached hereto, (hereinafter referred to as "City lands
AND WHEREAS Historic Niagara Development Inc. is the owner of the adjoining lands leased to
the Licensee municipally known as 4388 Queen Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario, and more particularly
described in Schedule "B" attached hereto (hereinafter referred to as the "Licensee's lands
AND WHEREAS the City has agreed to grant the Licensee permission to occupy the City lands as
a Licensee for such consideration and upon such terms and conditions as hereinafter contained.
NOW THEREFORE THIS LICENCE AGREEMENT WITNESSETH that in consideration of
the premises, the mutual covenants and conditions herein contained and for valuable consideration,
the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto mutually covenant and agree as
follows:
1. The City shall permit the Licensee to occupy and use the City lands from April l s` to October
31 in each year the licence is in effect for the purpose of a sidewalk cafe in conjunction with the
existing restaurant located on the Licensee's lands.
2. The Licensee acknowledges that it does not have a right to use the City lands, except in
accordance with the conditions of the licence herein contained and that it accepts this licence subject
to such limitations as herein contained.
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3. This licence shall commence April P', 2009, and shall terminate on October 31 S', 2014,
subject to its earlier termination.
4. The Licensee shall pay a fee of Five Hundred Thirty Two and 50 /100 ($532.50) plus GST
per annum for such privilege, which fee shall be payable to the Treasurer of the City in advance on
the I" day of April in each and every year during the continuance of the said privilege, the first of
such payments being due and payable upon the signing of this Licence.
5. The Licensee agrees to pay all costs and expenses in connection with the occupancy and use
of the City lands for the purposes of a sidewalk cafe, including its establishment.
6. The Licensee agrees to establish and operate the sidewalk cafe in accordance with the City
Sidewalk Cafe Guidelines approved by Council, a copy of which is attached hereto as Schedule "C
7. The Licensee agrees to assume all liability and obligations for any and all loss, costs, damage
or injury (including death) to persons or property that would not have happened but for this licence
or anything done or maintained by the Licensee thereunder or intended so to be and the Licensee
shall at all times indemnify and save harmless the City, its officers, employees, and agents from and
against all such loss, damage, or injury, and all actions, suits, proceedings, costs, charges, expenses,
claims or demands, in any manner based thereupon, arising by reason of or in any way related to the
existence of this licence or anything done or maintained hereunder.
8. The Licensee agrees to take out and keep in force a comprehensive policy of general liability
and property damage insurance satisfactory to the City Solicitor protecting and indemnifying the
Licensee and the City, its officers, employees, and agents against any claims for damage or bodily
injury to or death of one or more persons and the loss of or damage to property occurring in, on, or
about the City lands with all inclusive coverage of not less than $2,000,000.00, such policy to
include the City as an additional insured and to be endorsed to include the contractual obligation of
the Licensee to the City under this agreement and to contain a "cross liability" and tenants liability
endorsement.
9. The Licensee shall furnish the City with a certified copy of the aforementioned insurance
policy or an insurance certificate in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor prior to the
commencement of this licence in accordance with the notice provisions of this licence and at each
insurance renewal date.
10. The Licensee shall comply with all the laws of the federal, provincial, or municipal
governments that may be applicable to the occupancy and use of the City lands for a sidewalk cafe
in accordance with this licence.
11. The Licensee agrees to maintain the City lands in a condition acceptable to the City and shall
make no structural changes of any kind whatsoever to the City lands without first giving the City
notice of the proposed changes and obtaining the consent of City Council for the proposed changes.
12. The Licensee agrees that no building, structure or fixture other than that required for a
sidewalk cafe, shall be erected on the City lands, and such sidewalk cafe and all improvements
required to the City.Iands to make it suitable for the purposes of the Licensee shall be undertaken and
carried out and at all times maintained at the sole cost and expense of the Licensee and shall be
entirely at the risk of the Licensee in respect of loss, damage, destruction or accident from
whatsoever cause arising.
13. The following schedules are attached to and form part of this agreement, namely Schedules
"A "B" and "C
14. Any notice to be given pursuant to this licence may be delivered or sent by prepaid first class
mail or facsimile transmission to the Licensee, the Owner and the City as follows:
(1)
The Licensee:
Balzac's Coffee Ltd.
Attention: Diana Olsen
55 Mill Street, Unit 60
Toronto ON M5A 3C4
Telephone: (416) 207 -1709
The Owner:
Historic Niagara Development Inc.
1 First Canadian Place
Suite 3300, P.O. Box 72
Toronto ON M5X 1 B 1
The City:
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The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls
Attention: Legal Services
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls ON L2E 6X5
Telephone: (905) 356 -7521
Facsimile: (905) 371 -2892
Where this Agreement requires notice to be delivered by one party to the other, such
notice shall be in writing and delivered either personally, by e -mail, by fax or by
prepaid ordinary first class post, by the party wishing to give such notice, to the other
party at the address noted below.
(2) Such notice shall be deemed to have been given:
(3)
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(a) in the case of personal delivery, on the date of delivery;
(b) in the case of e -mail or fax, on the date of transmission provided it is received
before 4:30 p.m. on a day that is not a holiday, failing which it shall be
deemed to have been received the next day, provided the next day is not a
holiday; and
(c) in the case of registered post, on the third day, which is not a holiday,
following posting.
Any such notice, if mailed, shall be conclusively deemed to be given to and received
by the other party three business days after the mailing thereof or if sent by facsimile
transmission, on the date the facsimile transmission was sent.
15. The Licensee shall indemnify, save, defend and keep harmless from time to time and at all
times, the City of from and against all actions, causes of action, interest, claims, demands, costs,
charges, damages, expenses and loss which the City may at any time bear, incur, be liable for, sustain
or be put unto for any reason or on account of or by reason of or in the consequence of the City
entering into this agreement.
16. The Licensee shall not be at liberty to assign or transfer either in whole or in part the
privileges hereby granted by the City in this agreement without the written consent of the City.
17. (a) Either party may terminate this licence upon 30 days notice, in writing, to the other
as to its intention to terminate;
(b) The City may modify the site area to which the licence applies to upon 30 days
notice, in writing, if solely in the City's opinion, continuation of the licence
compromises pedestrian safety on the sidewalk, including but not limited to an
increase in pedestrian volume, or the City lands is required for any purpose by the
City or by any public agency; and
(c)
Not withstanding any provision in this agreement, in the event of an immediate threat
to public safety the City shall have the unrestricted right to modify the site area.
18. Upon termination of this licence, the Licensee shall remove entirely, at its sole expense, from
the City lands, all retaining walls, concrete, hard surfacing, fill related to the cafe construction, rails,
gates, steps, chairs, tables, structures, objects, lighting and other items used for the sidewalk cafe and
restore the City lands to its original condition or equivalent with top soil and sod.
19. If the Licensee is in default or breach of any of the terms of this agreement, the City shall be
permitted to recover the expenses incurred in remedying the default or breach from the Owner by
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adding the expenses to the Owner's municipal taxes to be collected as taxes in accordance with the
Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25 and any successor legislation thereto.
20. Wherever the singular or masculine is used in this agreement they shall be construed as if
the plural or the feminine or the neuter has been used where the context or the party or parties hereto
so require, and the rest of the sentence shall be construed as if the grammatical and terminological
changes hereby rendered necessary had been and all covenants herein shall be construed to be several
as well as joint.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Licensee, the Owner and the City have hereunto affixed their
corporate seals duly attested by the hands of their proper signing Officers and the said signing
Officers certify that they have authority to bind their respective Corporations.
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and
THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
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SCHEDULE "B"
to an Agreement dated August 14, 2008,
between
BALZAC'S COFFEE LTD.
and
HISTORIC NIAGARA DEVELOPMENT INC.
and
THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Lot 8, Block "0", Plan 999 -1000, Town of Niagara Falls, now in the City of Niagara Falls, in the
Regional Municipality of Niagara, being all of PIN 64328 -0117 (LT).
SCHEDULE "C"
to an Agreement dated August 14, 2008,
between
BALZAC'S COFFEE LTD.
and
HISTORIC NIAGARA DEVELOPMENT INC.
and
THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
The City of
Niagara Falls
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SIDEWALK CAF1
Planning and Dovelopnicnt
Council Approval September 12, 1994
Rovisod Maroh'2003
UIDEL S
Definitions:
Introduction:
The information contained in the Sidewalk Cafe Guidelines is intended to serve as a general guide
to those wishing to establish a sidewalk cafe on municipal property and to assist staff in the review
of applications for a sidewalk cafe. The Guidelines establish general provisions which are to be
considered to ensure safety, aesthetics and compatibility with adjacent land uses. The Guidelines
do not replace any requirements of any other agency, including the Alcohol Gaming Commission
of Ontario (AGCO).
Each application will be reviewed on its individual merit, particular conditions and considerations
based on location and municipal needs. The Council of the Corporation of the City ofNiagara Falls,
its officers and employees are not bound by the information contained in the Guidelines, nor are they
liable for any reliance placed upon the content of the Guidelines by any person.
The sidewalk cafe shall conform to any applicable provisions of the Zoning By -law, the Ontario
Building Code, the Fire Code and Sitc Plan Control.
Outdoor Private Cafe means an outdoor area located entirely within the limits of private property
used on a seasonal basis only for tables and/or stating where meals and/or refreshments are served
and consumed in conjunction with a restaurant on the same property.
Sidewalk Cafe means that portion ofmunicipal property between the property lint and the travelled
portion of a road used on a seasonal basis for tables and/or seating where meals and/or refreshments
are served and consumed in conjunction with a restaurant.
Seasonal means the six month period from May 1 to October 31, both inclusive.
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Sidewalk Cafe Guidelines
Zoning:
A sidewalk cafe shall be located in a commercial zone where a restaurant is a permitted use. A
sidewalk cafe must be part of a restaurant use established in an existing building as defined in the
Zoning By -law and have a restaurant licence issued by the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls.
Occupancy and parking requirements of the sidewalk cafe and the related restaurants will be
calculated on the requirements of the Ontario Building Code, fire regulations and zoning by laws
where applicable.
Criteria:
Pedestrian Movement The area required for safe pedestrian movement will be assessed on a site
specific basis. In most cases, an unobstructed sidewalk width of 3.0 metres (10.0 feet) shall be
maintained for the clear movement of pedestrians. At the City's discretion, the unobstructed
sidewalk width may be reduced to 2.4 metres (8 feet) if the sidewalk cafe is located on a sidewalk
that does not have heavypedestrian traffic, or increased above 3.0 metres (10 feat) where pedestrian
volumes are excessive. Sidewalk caf6s shall not normally be considered where the total sidewalk
width is 3.9 metres (13.0 feat) or less.
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Placement The placement of a sidewalk cafe will abut the property where the related restaurant use
is located. Alternatively, the sidewalk cafe maybe placed within 0.9 metres (3 feet) of the curb face
parallel to the restaurant with which it is associated; in tither case, the sidewalk cafe must satisfy the
City's pedestrian movement criteria. Where a sidewalk cafe is to extend into the area in front of an
abutting property/business, written consent ofthe affected property/business ownermust beprovided
at the time of application. The. sidewalk cafe may be located at ,the front or exterior side of a
restaurant use.
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Design:
Enclosure The outdoor sidewalk cafe shall be separated from the area of the sidewalk reserved for
pedestrian movement through the use of decorative fencing, planter bozes/containers or similar
barriers. Such barriers should bcfreo standing, structurally sound and finely fabricated. The height
and placement of the barriers should ensure that sight lines are not impeded so that safety is ensured.
The barrier would be subject to the requirements of the AGCO if the sidewalk cafe is licensed.
Access The sidewalk cafe shall be designed to ensure a minimum emergency evacuation route, in
accordance with standards of the Ontario Building Code and/or fire regulations, is available at all
times to and from the restaurant. In no case shall this route be less than 1.0 metres (3.2 feet), The
sidewalk cafe shall not impede any existing barrier -free access to the restaurant. The design and
placement of a sidewalk cafe should not obstruct public access, access to another use in the same
building, or adversely impact on any adjacent building.
Seating Capacity A minimum of 1.1 square metres (11.8 square feet) per person shall be used to
determine the maximum seating capacity of the sidewalk cafe.
Service Areas Busing stations, service bars, electrical service, illuminated signs and lighting
fixtures are not permitted on the public portion of the sidewalk cafe. Decorative garbage containers
may bo strategically provided within the limits of a sidewalk cafe. Umbrellas, fixed awnings and
enclosures, together with any support mechanism shall not extend beyond the sidewalk cafe area
or encroach into thepedestrianmovennnt area, Fixed or retractable awnings shall bep ermitted only
where an encroachment agreement with the City has been obtained. All permitted accessories shall
be appropriately maintained at all times by the sidewalk cafe licensee.
Application An application to establish a sidewalk cafe on any portion of municipal property shall
be submitted to Planning and Development Services, together with the necessary fees and drawings
prior to using any municipal lands. The completed application shall be circulated to the Site Plan
Technical Committee for review and comment before entering into an agreement. Notice of
application must be posted in a conspicuous position on the front of the building which can be read
from the sidewalk. At the discretion of the City, notice of the application may be circulated to
owners/business operators abutting the property on either side of the proposed sidewalk cafe for
comment prior to entering into an agreement.
Agreement Where an application for an outdoor sidewalk cafe is approved, the owner and/or
operator shall enter into an agreement with the Corporation of the City ofNiagara Falls concerning,
among other things, the lands involved, period of operation, liability insurance, maintenance and
restoration and payment of fees for use of space. The sidewalk cafe owner /operator shall agree to
save harmless the City for any matter arising as a result of the sidewalk cafe and its operation byway
of a certificate of insurance in a form acceptable to tho City Solicitor. The operator shall be
responsible for securing furniture; fixtures, etc., after hours.
Fees Application foes, preparation of agreement fees and licence fees shall be paid in accordance
with the City ofNiagara Falls By -law regarding schedule of fees for service as established from time
to time.
Utilities It will be the responsibility of the operator to secure any necessary approvals and payment
fees as may be required by the gas, telephone, hydro, cable companies or similar utility prior to
establishing or operating an outdoor sidewalk cafe.
Maintenance The operator will b e responsible for all maintenance of the sidewalk cafe including,
but not limited to, the cleaning of tables and cafe surface and the pick -up of litter. The operator of
the outdoor sidewalk cafe shall maintain the sidewalk in a like condition to that at the time of
entering into an agreement with the municipality.
S easonal Closure All furniture, fixtures and fittings shall be removed from Cityproperty at the end
of the season in accordance with the terms of the agreement with the City. Any hooks, bolts,
brackets, etc., installed in the sidewalk shall be removed when the tables and fixtures are not in place
or by November 1, (whichever is first) in order to ensure pedestrian movement or snow cleaning
operations are not impeded.
Hours The outdoor sidewalk cafe shall remain closed during the period of 11:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.
the following day.
Taxes The operator shall be responsible for payment of all realty and business taxes assessed
against the sidewalk cafe.
Other Regulations The operator of an outdoor sidewalk cafe shall meat tho regulations and by-
laws of the City ofNiagara Falls, Niagara Falls Fire Department, Regional Municipality ofNiagara,
Regional Health Department and. Regional Police Force at all times.
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A by -law to amend By -law No. 2005 -112, being a by -law requiring an emergency management
program for the protection of public safety, health, the environment, the critical infrastructure and
property, and to promote economic stability and a disaster- resilient community.
THE COUNCIL OF T E CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1. That By -law No. 2005 -112, as amended, is further amended by deleting Schedule "A" and
Schedule "A" attached hereto shall be inserted in lieu thereof.
Passed this eighth day of June, 2009.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Third Reading:
June 8, 2009.
June 8, 2009.
June 8, 2009.
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By -law No. 2009
"SCHEDULE A"
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY PLAN
Enacted under:
By -Law 2005 -112 as amended
REVISED: 2009/05/12
Niagara Falls Fire
5815 Morrison Street
Niagara Falls, ON
Date
Amendment/Addition
Replaces
Notes
1
May 2009
Title Page
Title Page
2
May 2009
Page 1
Page 1
3
May 2009
Page 11
Page 11
4
May 2009
Page 18
Page 18
5
May 2009
Page 23
Page 23
6
May 2009
Page 30
Page 30
7
May 2009
Page 33
Page 33
8
May 2009
Page 34
Page 34
Table of Amendments
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List of Abbreviations
MCG Municipal Control Group
ESC Emergency Site Coordinator
MSG Municipal Support Group
EOC Emergency Operations Centre
EMO Emergency Management Ontario
MOH Medical Officer of Health
PIO Public Information Officer
Section 1: Introduction
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Table of Contents
Section 1: introduction
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List of Abbreviations 2
Section 1 Introduction 6
Aim 6
Scope 6
Potential Hazards Hazard Risk Identification Assessment 8
Legislation 9
Plan Definition 9
Format 10
Amending Formula 10
Section 2 Emergency Notification Procedure 1
Reporting an Emergency 11
Emergency Notification Procedure 11
Emergency Notification Levels 11
Full Notification 11
Partial Notification 12
Alert Notification 12
Section 3 Declaration of an Emergency 13
Action Prior to the Declaration of an Emergency 13
Declaring an Emergency 13
Authority to Declare an Emergency 13
Notification of Declaration of Emergency 14
Section 4 Termination of an Emergency 16
Prior to Terminating an Emergency Declaration 16
Notification of Termination of an Emergency Declaration 16
Section 5 Emergency Operations Centre 18
Municipal Control Group Meeting Room 18
Municipal Support Group meeting room 19
Registration and Security 20
Registration and Security 21
Business Cycle 21
Business Cycle Diagram 22
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Section 1: Introduction
Section 6 Municipal Control Group 23
Municipal Control Group Operations 23
Communication and Coordination 24
Responsibilities 25
Group Responsibilities 25
Individual Responsibilities 27
Mayor 27
Chief Administrative Officer 27
Police Superintendent (22 Division) 27
Fire Chief (Community Emergency Management Coordinator) 28
Executive Director of Community Services 29
Health Program Director 30
Executive Director of Corporate Services 31
Clerk 31
Public Information Officer 32
Emergency Medical Services Representative 32
Section 7 Municipal Support Group 33
Section 8 Assistance Other Agencies 34
Natural Resources Conservation Authorities 34
School Boards Boards of Education 34
Hospital Administration 34
Utility Suppliers 35
Section 9 Assistance Provincial and Federal 36
Federal Assistance 36
Provincial Assistance 36
Ontario Provincial Police 37
Section 10 Emergency Public lnfor ration 38
Section 11- Plan Maintenance and Testing 40
Plan Maintenance 40
Annual Review 40
Revisions 40
Plan Distribution 40
Testing the Emergency Plan 41
Annual Exercise 41
Agency Responsibility 41
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Annexes
Annex 1 Notification Form for Municipal Control Group Members
Annex 2 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Radio Network
Annex 3 Contact Numbers for Provincial Assistance
Annex 4 Contact Numbers for Local Radio Television Stations
Annex 5 Evacuation Procedures
Annex 6 Selected Emergency Evacuation Centres
Annex 7 Distribution List
Section 1: Introduction
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Section 1 introduction
Municipalities routinely respond to situations that require responses from fire, police,
ambulance and public works. Large -scale emergencies such as chemical spills, plane
crashes, tornadoes and floods can severely deplete available resources and require
additional personnel, equipment and expertise. In cases such as these, municipalities
must implement an Emergency Plan.
Response to a large -scale emergency requires an assessment of the situation, an effective
determination of resources and the efficient deployment and management of resources.
The primary function of this Emergency Plan is to provide the organizational framework
within which the coordinated response will take place and present key officials, agencies
and departments within the City of Niagara Falls with a general guideline for the initial
response to an emergency and an overview of their responsibilities during an emergency.
For this plan to be effective, it is important that all concerned be made aware of its
provisions and that every official, agency and department be prepared to carry out their
assigned functions and responsibilities in an emergency. The following provides an
overview of the background and some of the highlights of this plan.
Aim
Scope
Section 1: Introduction
The Aim of this plan is to make provision for the efficient administration, coordination
and implementation of the extraordinary arrangements and response measures taken by
the City of Niagara Falls to protect the health, safety and welfare of the residents of
Niagara Falls during any emergency.
An emergency may result from an existing danger or it may be a threat of an impending
situation abnormally affecting property or the health, safety and welfare of our
community. Its nature and magnitude requires a controlled and coordinated response by a
number of agencies, both government and private, under the direction of the Municipal
Control Group. The response is distinct from routine operations carried out by
emergency services personnel (e.g. fire- fighting, emergency medical services or police
activities).
The Emergency Management Civil Protection Act defines an emergency as:
"a situation or an impending situation that constitutes a danger of major proportions that
could result in serious harm to persons or substantial damage to property and that is caused
by the forces of nature, a disease or other health risk, an accident or an act whether
international or otherwise."
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Section 1: Introduction
While almost every type of emergency could occur within the City of Niagara Falls, the
most common that could occur are:
Natural Emergencies: floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, windstorms, blizzards
Human- Caused Emergencies; transportation accidents involving hazardous materials,
explosions, aircraft or rail crashes, toxic or flammable gas leaks, electrical power
blackouts, building or structural collapse, uncontrollable fire, or any other incident
accidentally or willfully caused by people which likely to endanger property, health,
safety and welfare of the Niagara community.
Whenever an emergency occurs or threatens to occur, the initial and primary
responsibility for providing immediate assistance and control rests with the affected
department or agency within the municipality.
The Emergency Response Plan in itself cannot guarantee an efficient, effective response
to an emergency. It must be utilized as a tool to assist emergency and municipal services
and officials in their emergency response activities. The Plan must be flexible enough to
adapt to a broad spectrum of disasters and must be supported with:
Adequate personnel, equipment and expertise from the responding agencies
Awareness of resources available from neighbouring municipalities and the
private sector, supplemented by prearranged agreements
Testing of the Plan on a regular basis
Review of the Plan following any incidents or exercises where it is
implemented.
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Niagara Falls Community Risk Profile
Priority
Hazard
Description
1
Infectious Disease
Pandemic Human
2
Hazmat Release
In- transit, fixed location
3
Fire
Fire, Explosion
4
Criminal Event (including Terrorism)
Terrorism, Sabotage, Contamination,
Hostage, Border Security Events
5
Severe Weather
Snowstorm, Ice, Hail, Thunderstorm,
Windstorm, Tornado
6
Severe Weather
Extreme Temperature
7
Critical Services Disruption
(Infrastructure)
Telecom, Underground Fuel, Potable
Water, Wastewater, Electrical,
Transportation Routes
8
Transportation Incident
MCI., Ground or Airline Crash,
Waterway
9
Collapse
Major Structural Collapse, Earthquake
10
Infectious Disease
Cash Crop Disease, Livestock Epidemic
Niagara Falls Emergency Plan
Section 1: Introduction
Potential Hazards Hazard Risk Identification Assessment
The City of Niagara Falls has identified and analyzed all realistic hazards that may occur
and assessed them in terms of frequency, or likelihood of occurrence and magnitude of
consequence or impact.
The following is the resulting list of Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)
events for the City of Niagara Falls.
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Legislation
The Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act is the legal authority for this plan.
The Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act require each municipality to
develop, implement, and maintain an emergency management program.
The Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act states that:
The head of council of a municipality may declare that an emergency exists in the
municipality or in any part thereof and my take such action and make such orders
as he or she considers necessary and are not contrary to law to implement the
emergency plan of the municipality and to protect property and the health, safety
and welfare of the inhabitants of the emergency area" (Section 4)
The Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act specifically requires a municipality
to have an emergency response plan. Emergency Management Ontario considers a "plan"
approved once two conditions have been met:
1) A by -law is passed authorizing the community's emergency response plan.
The City of Niagara Falls Municipal Emergency Plan has been enacted under Niagara
Falls By -law 2005 -154 on Sept.l9th, 2005.
And
2) The plan's content is approved by members of the community's emergency
management program committee.
In this plan the community's emergency management program committee is referred to as
the Municipal Control Group (MCG).
Regular exercise and assessment will be conducted to ensure the arrangements embodied
in this plan are kept current, that all personnel are kept familiar with its provisions and
that the content reflects international best practices. The City of Niagara Falls should
likewise develop, implement, and maintain emergency management programs that define
departmental procedures and arrangements for responding to a municipal emergency.
Plan Definition
Section 1: Introduction
The "plan" means a plan formulated pursuant to City of Niagara Falls Emergency
Management Program By -Law; governing the provision of necessary services during an
emergency and the procedures under and manner in which employees of the City of
Niagara Falls and other persons will respond to an emergency.
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Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Section 1: Introduction
Format
This main body of this plan identifies the membership, roles and responsibilities of the
City of Niagara Falls Municipal Control Group (MCG) and Municipal Support Group
(ESG) and the authority and manner under which this body plans to respond to an
emergency in the municipality. This portion of the plan is a public document.
A series of annexes following the main body include specific contact and resource
information vital to effective response. Due to confidentiality reasons, this portion of the
plan is not to be made public and should only reside with the owner of the document.
Amending Formula
Amendments to this plan are recommended to the MCG by and through the Chief of
Niagara Falls Fire Department. The MCG, upon review of proposed changes may accept,
reject or modify such changes.
MCG approved changes to the main body of the plan will be presented to (Council) for
approval as required.
MCG approved changes to Appendixes and minor changes to the plan stand as amended
by the MCG.
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Section 2 E ergency Notification Procedure
Reporting an Emergency
A responding agency or municipal department is likely to be the first on site authority to
an emergency. The ranking officer for fire, police or a senior municipal official (or their
designate) should personally assume control at the site of an emergency or arrange for
someone on -site to take charge immediately until an Emergency Site Coordinator is
appointed.
Section 2: Emergency Notification Procedure
If, in the judgment of the senior on -site official, the situation requires a more coordinated
response or resources are required beyond their immediate control, the senior on -site
official must contact their most senior departmental official in accordance with any
existing departmental reporting procedure.
Emergency Notification Procedure
If a MCG member discovers that an emergency situation has occurred or is likely to occur
in the City, they will immediately notify the Niagara Falls Fire Department Alarm Room,
905- 356 -1321 Ext. 2200, to alert the Municipal Control Group and may activate the City
of Niagara Falls Emergency Radio Network as necessary. A list of the Municipal Control
Group members could be found in Annex 1, Notification Form for Municipal Control
Group Members.
Emergency Notification Levels
The threat of an emergency situation developing or the potential for such a situation to
change or develop in severity may require different levels of Emergency Notification. The
three Emergency Notification Levels at which emergency personnel can be alerted are:
Full Notification
When the Niagara Falls Fire Department is directed to carry out a "Full Notification all
members of the Municipal Control Group will be notified and instructed to respond to the
Emergency Operations Centre at a given time.
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Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Section 2: Emergency Notification Procedure
Partial Notification
In a "Partial Notification only selected members of the Municipal Control Group are
notified and instructed to respond to the Emergency Operations Centre at a given time.
Alert Notification
In an "Alert Notification" all, or selected members, of the Municipal Control Group as
designated by the Municipal Control Group Member are notified. An Alert Notification
may be used if there is an emergency situation developing or the threat of an emergency
occurring which does not yet merit assembling members of the Municipal Control Group.
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Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Section 3: Declaration of an Emergency
Section 3 Declaration of an Emergency
Action Prior to the Declaration of an Emergency
When an emergency exists, but has not yet been declared to exist, municipal employees
are authorized to take such action(s) under this emergency plan as it may be required to
protect the lives and property of persons in the City of Niagara Falls.
Declaring an Emergency
Declaring an Emergency within the City of Niagara Falls is not required prior or
subsequent to activation of this Emergency Plan. An Emergency Declaration is not
required prior to any personnel taking actions under this plan to protect the lives, health
and property of persons in the City of Niagara Falls.
An Emergency Declaration however, may create greater understanding and promote a
sense of urgency to the public regarding the severity of an emergency situation. An
Emergency Declaration may be useful if the Municipal Control Group will be requesting
the public and private sector to do something out of the ordinary and give the Mayor
extraordinary powers (not contrary to law) such as approving expenditures without
Council approval. It will also allow for possible funding of costs by the province.
Every registered volunteer participating in a Declared Emergency will be considered a
municipal employee and protected under the provisions of the Workplace Safety and
Insurance Board (WSIB).
Authority to Declare an Emergency
Only the Mayor or Acting Head of Council (Deputy Mayor) has the authority to declare
an emergency to exist within the boundaries of the municipality.
The decision to declare an emergency will be made by the Mayor in consultation with the
members of the Municipal Control Group. The Mayor has the ultimate responsibility for
making this decision. When a declaration to declare an emergency is made, an Emergency
Declaration Form outlined beyond this page must be completed and fax to Emergency
Management Ontario.
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Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Section 3: Declaration of an Emergency
Notification of Declaration of Emergency
Upon making an Emergency Declaration the Mayor will ensure that the following are
immediately notified:
City of Niagara Falls Council Members,
Emergency Management Ontario,
Regional Municipality of Niagara,
all local Member(s) of the Provincial Parliament (MPP's),
the local media, and
the general public.
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Decllarataon of an Emergency
Section 3: Declaration of an Emergency
1, hereby declare an emergency in
accordance with
(Mayor or Elected Head of Council)
the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act 1990, s.4(1) due to the
emergency described herein:
for an emergency area or part thereof described as:
City Officials have been delegated the authority to implement powers that are set
out in the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act.
As required the City of Niagara Falls officially informs Emergency Management
Ontario, and also the population inside the affected area, that a local state of
emergency exists.
Mayor, City of Niagara Falls
(note: Fax to EMO Duty Officer at (416) 314 -0474)
Date Time
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Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Section 4: Termination of an Emergency
Section 4 Termination of an Emergency
Prior to Terminating an Emergency Declaration
Termination of an Emergency Declaration usually comes as the result of a significant
reduction in the severity of the emergency situation. The action of formally terminating an
Emergency Declaration is required to advise that the emergency is over.
An Emergency Termination Form outlined beyond this page must be completed and
faxed to the Emergency Management Ontario.
Terminating a Declared Emergency will cause WSIB coverage of volunteers to cease.
Authority to Terminate an Emergency Declaration
The Emergency Declaration may be terminated by:
Mayor of the City of Niagara Falls or Acting Head of Council,
Niagara Falls City Council
The Premier of Ontario.
Notification of Termination of an Emergency Declaration
Upon Terminating an Emergency Declaration, the Mayor will ensure that the following
are immediately notified:
Municipal Councils,
Emergency Management Ontario
all local Member(s) of the Provincial Parliament (MPP's),
the local media, and
the general public
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Termination of a Declared Emergency
in
(Mayor or Elected Head of Council)
accordance with the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act 1990.
s.4(2) due to the emergency described herein:
for an emergency area or part thereof described as:
Mayor, City of Niagara Falls
(note: Fax to EMO Duty Officer at (416) 314 -0474)
Section 4: Termination of an Emergency
hereby declare an emergency terminated
Date Time
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Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Section 5: Emergency Operations Centre
Section 5 Emergency Operations Centre
In the event of an emergency the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) will be activated.
The Municipal Control Group and the Support Group will congregate and work together
at the Emergency Operations Centres to make decisions, share information and provide
strategic 'off scene' management as required to mitigate the effects of the emergency.
The Primary Emergency Operations Centre is located at Niagara Falls Fire
Station, 5815 Morrison St.
The Secondary Emergency Operations Centre could be located at 4310 Queen Street.
The Emergency Operations Centre should consist of:
the Municipal Control Group Meeting Room
a meeting room for the Support Group with appropriate voice radios, phones,
faxes, access to a photocopier, printers, and computers connected to the
corporate network
a media information area
appropriate comfort facilities including washrooms, quiet areas and kitchen
facilities
adequate parking for all staff
an adequate back -up power supply
break out rooms for small group meetings
Municipal Control Group Meeting Room
The Municipal Control Group meeting room is a secure board room or chambers where
the Municipal Control Group can conduct business cycle meetings to address the current
situation and mitigate the emergency. This room is to be free of distractions and limited
to the City of Niagara Falls' top decisions makers, their supporting personnel and invited
members.
The Municipal Control Group Meeting Room contains the following:
sufficient tables and chairs for all present;
an accurate clock, synchronized with all other EOC clocks;
maps of suitable scale for depicting and updating emergency operations;
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a visual board for logging emergency operations status, key decisions and
other information;
devices for recording the Municipal Control Group Meetings;
a computer and LCD projector to display emergency log information;
a television and VCR for media updates
a computer for taking minutes of the ECG meetings;
GIS capabilities, (including laptop and LCD projector):
whiteboard;
maps;
printer and,
all necessary stationary requirements and office supplies for those present to
take notes and record information.
See Diagram 1 'Niagara Falls Emergency Operations Centre'
Municipal Support Group meeting room
While the Municipal Control Group is engaged in meetings, they will require "Support
Staff' to collect information, relay information and convey decisions /actions taken by the
Municipal Control Group members. Therefore, the Municipal Support Group Meeting
Room must be in close proximity to the Municipal Control Group Meeting Room.
The Municipal Support Group Meeting Room contains the following:
sufficient tables and chairs for all present;
an accurate clock, synchronized with all other EOC clocks;
maps of suitable scale for depicting and updating emergency operations;
all necessary phones, portable voice radios, fax machines, printers and
computers connected to the corporate network required to communicate with
others outside the Emergency Operations Centre, at the Emergency Site or
elsewhere;
televisions and a VCR for media monitoring;
extra portable radios:
Amateur Radio;
whiteboards;
all necessary stationery requirements and office supplies for those present to
take notes and record information
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Registration and Security
Once the EOC has been activated, the facility must be made secure and all personnel
attending the EOC must sign in and out. All personnel entering the EOC must report to
registration and be duly registered.
Only the following persons are normally allowed into the facility:
Municipal Control Group members and their alternates,
Support Group members and their alternates,
Police personnel for facility security,
Members at large specifically invited by Municipal Control Group members.
The following are NOT normally allowed into the EOC:
Members of any media group,
Members of City Council,
Members of the public,
Any persons without direct business with EOC operations
Business Cycle
Members of the Municipal Control Group will gather at regular intervals to inform each
other of actions taken and problems encounters. Frequency of meetings and agenda items
will be established by the Chief Administrative Officer. Meetings will be kept as brief as
possible thus allowing members to carry out their individual responsibilities.
A regular meeting cycle will be an hour long. At the top of the hour the entire Municipal
Control Group will meet to discuss the situation, share information and make decisions.
This should take approximately 20 minutes then the meeting is adjourned.
Members of the Municipal Control Group then consult with the Support Group Members,
on site responders and/or external agencies to see if any new information has developed.
This again lasts approximately 20 minutes.
The final 20 minutes are used by the individual members of the Municipal Control Group
to condense the information and prepare for the next meeting at the top of the hour.
This meeting cycle is then repeated as many times as necessary. The amount of time
scheduled between each formal meeting may vary according to the severity of the
emergency and needs /requirements of the Municipal Control Group.
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Business Cycle Diagram
Section 5: Emergency Operations Centre
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make decisions
When the Municipal Control Group meets according to the meeting cycle, there will be
no interruptions, (unless urgent), until the meeting is concluded. When a meeting
commences, all Municipal Control Group members will come to the table and each
member will briefly update the group on the actions of their respective department,
identify issues needing resolution and seek input from the group as a whole.
The Chief Administrative Officer will be the chairperson to Municipal Control Group
meetings. Meetings serve as an opportunity for agency updates and provide a forum for
discussion between the Municipal Control Group as a whole. All Municipal Control
Group Members must be present at each meeting to hear reports from, and give reports to
the group as a whole.
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Section 6 Mun copaO Controll Group
The emergency response operations will be directed and controlled by the Municipal
Control Group comprised of elected and appointed officials listed hereunder. The
Municipal Control Group will assemble at the Emergency Operations Centre and will be
responsible for providing the essential services necessary to minimize the effects of the
emergency on the community.
The Municipal Control Group shall consist of the following officials or their designate:
Mayor
Chief Administrative Officer
Police Superintendent
Fire Chief (CEMC)
Executive Director of Community Services
Health Program Director
Clerk Public Information Officer
Executive Director of Corporate Services
Emergency Medical Services Representative
The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) shall be the Coordinator of the Municipal
Control Group and shall oversee the activities of the group. The CAO may appoint an
alternate from among the members to assume the position of Coordinator, should the
need arise.
Additional agencies and /or personnel that could be called or added to the Municipal
Control Group include:
Area Officer Emergency Management Ontario
Niagara Regional Community Emergency Management Coordinator
Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal Fire Service Advisor
Ministry of Environment
Support Agencies such as Bell Canada, Hydro, School Boards, Conservation
Authority and
Other officials, experts or representatives deemed necessary by the Municipal
Control Group
Municipal Control Group Operations
The role of the Municipal Control Group probably can best be accomplished by round
table assessment of the events (as discussed in Section 5 Business Cycle) as they occur
and by agreeing to a course of action to overcome specific problem areas or situations.
Normally, an agreed course of action will be implemented by municipal departments
functioning primarily within their own spheres,
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However, from time to time, it may become necessary for the Municipal Control Group to
adopt and implement a joint plan of action which could involve two or more department
operations in unison. In this latter situation, it would be necessary for the Municipal
Control Group to determine which department will have the greater commitment and to
appoint an on -site coordinator accordingly.
Thereafter, until emergency operations conclude and in conjunction with Municipal
Control Group directions, other departments will act in support of whichever department
is exercising on -site coordination of operations.
Communication and Coordination
An important function of every department is to provide timely information for the
benefit of the Municipal Control Group decision making process. This will necessitate
reliable systems of communications between the emergency site and Municipal Control
Group and every department involved.
The City of Niagara Falls Emergency Radio System will be available to contact other
municipal agencies; Fire, Police, Hospitals, Service Centre and the Transit Commission.
The Municipal Government Emergency Radio Network will also be available to contact
other municipalities, hospitals, Radio Stations and EMO personnel. Also Fire and Police
will have radios to contact their emergency field personnel when necessary. Refer to
Annex 2, City of Niagara Falls Emergency Radio Network.
Once decisions have been made by the Municipal Control Group it is essential they be
quickly and accurately passed to every response agency and, where necessary, to the
public. This vital function will normally fall to the Chief Administrative Officer (or other
appointee) who will set up a media centre co- located but under the direction of the
Municipal Control Group and be responsible for coordinating the activities of the
operations centres and for ensuring good communication between all agencies involved in
emergency operations.
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Responsibilities
Group Responsibilities
The Municipal Control Group is responsible for advising the Head of Council on all actions
taken to support emergency workers at the emergency site, evacuation centres or any other
location where staff, people, or volunteers are working to respond to an emergency.
These actions include informing the public regarding issues of concern, issuing authoritative
messages to the public through the media, providing the coordination and support necessary to
respond to and mitigate the emergency situation, and ensuring that adequate emergency
resources are maintained outside of and apart from the emergency site.
The primary role of the Municipal Control Group is to coordinate a multidisciplinary response
to the emergency.
The collective responsibilities of the Municipal Control Group include, but are not limited to the
following:
(a) Declaring an 'emergency' to exist
(b) Designating any area in the municipality as an 'emergency area'
(c) Authorizing expenditures of funds for implementing the emergency plan
(d) Evacuating those buildings or sections within an emergency area which are themselves
considered to be dangerous or in which the occupants are considered to be in danger
from some other source
(e)
Dispersing people not directly connected with the operations who by their presence are
considered to be in danger or whose presence hinders in any way the efficient
functioning of emergency operations
(f) Discontinuing utilities or services provided by public or private concerns without
reference to any consumers in the municipality, or when continuation of such utilities or
services constitutes a hazard to public safety within an emergency area
Arranging for accommodation and welfare on a temporary basis, of any residents who
are in need of assistance due to displacement as a result of the emergency
(h) Calling in and employment of any municipal personnel and equipment which is required
in the emergency
(g)
(i) Arranging assistance from senior level of government and of other personnel and
equipment of volunteer and other agencies not under municipal control as may be
required by the emergency
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(j) Establishing an information centre for issuance of accurate releases to the news
media and for issuance of authoritative instructions to the general public
(k) Maintaining a log of actions taken during the emergency
(1) Establishing a reporting and inquiry centre under the direction of the City Clerk to
handle individual requests for information concerning any aspect of the emergency;
and
(m) Ensuring communications with the Regional Government, other municipalities,
hospitals and radio stations in the event of a failure of telephone services. The
Municipal Control Group will ensure that:
Operators are detailed to man the Niagara Regional Government
Emergency Radio and the City of Niagara Falls Emergency Radio
The generator and lightening equipment are ready for use, if required;
Supplies of fuel are available for the generator; and
Additional communications available with EMO is completed as
necessary
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Individual Responsibilities
Mayor
The Mayor or alternate will perform the following responsibilities:
(a) declare an emergency to exist
(b) ensure the Minister of Community and Correctional Services of Ontario has been
notified of the declaration of an emergency;
(c) make decisions, determine priorities and issue operational direction through the
operations officer and the heads of municipal departments;
(d) request assistance from neighbouring municipalities and/or senior levels of
government, when required;
(e) approve news releases and public announcements and
(f) terminate the emergency at the appropriate time and ensure all concerned have
been notified
Chief Administrative Officer
The Chief Administrative Officer will perform the duties and responsibilities of an
"operations officer" as such he will:
(a) chair business cycle meetings of the MCG
(b) organize and supervise the Emergency Operations Centre and in particular, make
arrangements for obtaining and displaying up -to -date information at all times
(c) advise the Mayor on administrative matters, and;
(d) be responsible for media arrangements and assist in the preparation and issue of
press and public announcements
Police Superintendent (22 Division)
Upon learning of a potential emergency, the Police Superintendent or alternate should
consider the possible need for activation of the emergency plan and if warranted, he
should trigger the notification system outlined in Annex 1. Thereupon he would report to
the Emergency Operations Centre to sit as a member of the Municipal Control Group and
to perform or delegate responsibility for the following additional functions and
responsibilities:
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(a) provide the Mayor with information and advice on law enforcement matters;
(b) if appropriate, appoints an "on -site coordinator" to control operations at the scene of
an emergency;
(c) seal off the area of concern;
(d) control and if necessary, disperse crowds within the "emergency area;"
(e) control the movement of emergency vehicles to and from the site of the emergency
(f) coordinate police operations with other involved municipal departments and arrange
for additional supplies and equipment when needed, i.e., barriers and flashers, etc;
(g) conduct evacuation of buildings or areas when ordered by Mayor;
(h) arrange for maintenance of law and order in temporary facilities, e.g., evacuation
centres;
(i) protect evacuated buildings and other property in the emergency area;
(j) arrange for additional "police assistance," if required; and
(k) advise the Coroner in the event of fatalities and perform whatever additional
responsibilities may be necessary under the Coroners Act.
Fire Chief (Community Emergency Management Coordinator)
Upon learning of a potential emergency, the Fire Chief or alternate should consider the need for
possible activation of the emergency plan, and if warranted, he should trigger the emergency
notification system described in Annex 1. Thereupon he should report to the Emergency
Operations Centre to sit as a member of the Municipal Control Group and should perform the
following additional functions and responsibilities:
(a) provide the Mayor with information and advice on fire fighting matters;
(b) develop and maintain a system for alerting Municipal Control Group members in an
emergency;
(c) if appropriate, appoint an "on -site coordinator" to control operations at the scene of an
emergency;
(d) inform the Mutual Aid Fire Coordinator and trigger mutual aid arrangements for the
provision of additional fire fighting manpower and equipment if needed;
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(e) determine if additional or special equipment is needed and recommend possible
sources of supply, e.g., breathing apparatus, protective clothing, etc.;
(f) provide assistance to other municipal departments and agencies and be prepared
to take charge or contribute to non -fire fighting operations if necessary, e.g.,
rescue, medical assistance, casualty collection, etc.;
(g) Advise on all matters as Niagara Falls CEMC; and
(h) Ensure that the EOC has been set up.
Executive Director of Community Services
Upon learning of a potential emergency, the Executive Director of Community Services
or alternate should consider the need for the possible activation of the emergency plan
and if warranted, he should trigger the emergency notification system as described in
Annex 1. Thereupon he should report to the Emergency Operations Centre to act as a
member of the Municipal Control Group and to perform the following additional
functions and responsibilities:
(a) Provide the Mayor with information and advice on engineering matters;
(b) If appropriate, appoint an "on -site coordinator" to control operations at the scene
of emergency;
(c) Maintain liaison with flood control, conservation and environmental agencies
and be prepared to conduct relief or preventative operations;
(d) Provide engineering materials, supplies and equipment and if not otherwise
available, make arrangements for sources of supply from neighbouring
municipalities, private contractors etc.;
(e)
Assist traffic control, evacuations etc., by clearing emergency routes, marking
obstacles, providing road signs, etc.;
(f) Maintain liaison with private utility companies (hydro, gas, telephone, etc.) and
make recommendations for discontinuation of any utility, public or private,
where necessary in the interest of public safety;
(g) Make recommendations and demolish unsafe structures if ordered by the Mayor;
(h)
Reestablish essential services at the conclusion of an emergency; and
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(i)
Responsible for detailing personnel for good clearing, tree cutting and removal,
temporary repairs and emergency barricading and would act as general
coordinator for these sections working from the Municipal Service Centre under
the direction of the Maintenance Operations Engineer. Street flushing may be
required in cases where materials or liquids injurious to the public are laying on
roadways.
Health Program Director
Upon learning of a potential emergency, the Health Program Director should consider the
need for possible activation of the emergency plan, and if warranted, trigger the
emergency notification system in Annex 1. Thereupon she/he should report to the
Emergency Operations Centre to act as a member of the Municipal Control Group and
either perform the following functions, or report the situation to the Public Health Unit
who would then take such appropriate action, in conjunction with the Municipal Control
Group as the situation warrants.
Public health matters are normally the responsibility of the Medical Officer of Health
who will normally take charge in such situations and:
(a) Provide advice on public health matters to the Municipal Control Group;
(b) Arrange for dissemination of special instructions to the population on matters
concerning public health;
(c) Arrange for mass immunization where needed;
(d) Arrange for testing of water supplies and, when warranted, make
recommendations for arranging alternate supplies;
(e) Notify other agencies and senior levels of government about health related
matters; and
(f) Consult with the Ministry of Environment and Ministry of Health and Long Term
Care to provide the Municipal Control Group with additional information that
may impact on the perimeters of the affected area or management of the
emergency response.
Arrangements for coping with mass casualties are made jointly by the hospital(s) and
ambulance service which serve the local area. Such arrangements will normally have been
worked out beforehand to provide the following activities:
Bringing casualties to a central point for triage and afterwards, arranging
a balanced distribution of casualties to hospitals; and
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Provision of first aid for minor casualties who would not require
transportation to a hospital.
Executive Director of Corporate Services
Executive Director of Corporate Services will:
Clerk
(a) Advise on the matters related to the capabilities of the municipality to make
emergency financial provisions to respond to an emergency
(b) Provide direction regarding purchases during an emergency
(c) Ensuring that records of all expenses are maintained for future claims
(d) Liaising with the Provincial Ministry of Municipal Affairs Housing regarding
the Ontario Disaster Relief Assistance Program (ODRAP)
(e) Arrange and coordinate telecommunications systems
(f) Consult with the City of Niagara Falls Legal Division as required
(g) Arrange for Information Technology assistance as required
The City of Niagara Falls Clerk will as a member of the Municipal Control Group will:
(a) Ensure the effective administrative operation of the EOC with the CEMC
(b) Coordinate with the Mayor and CAO to ensure that all council members are
advised of any emergency declaration made or the termination of an emergency
declaration
(c) Log all decisions made by the MCG
(d) Coordinate the provision of clerical staff for the EOC
(e) Record minutes of the Business Cycle meeting
(f) Ensure food and hot/cold beverages are available for the MCG
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Public Information Officer
The Public Information Officer will:
(a) Coordinate all media releases with the assistance from the CAO and input from
departmental representatives
(b) Coordinate media briefings and press conferences
(c) Monitor the media for incorrect information and amend all rumours
(d) Coordinate the opening of a media centre
Emergency Medical Services Representative
The Emergency Medical Services Representative will:
(a) Provide Mayor with information and advice on engineering matters;
(b) If appropriate, appoint an "on -site coordinator" to control operations at the scene of
emergency;
(c) Coordinate medical services and support to those affected by emergency;
(d) Act as safety officer within the Emergency Operations Centre
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Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Section 7: Municipal Support Group
Section 7 Municipai Support Group
The Municipal Support Group is comprised of municipal and /or other non governmental
officials, who may be required to advise and assist the Mayor and the Municipal Control
Group during an emergency.
Municipal Support Group responsibilities include:
Collecting and disseminating information on the emergency
Ensuring emergency information is disseminated to their respective
departments and agencies, and
Maintaining a log outlining communications and actions taken.
The Municipal Support Group drawn from organizations listed hereunder may be called
upon individually or be asked to deliberate and made recommendations collectively.
Not all Municipal Control Group members may be called upon to attend the Emergency
Operations Centre, even during a "Full Notification" of the Municipal Control Group.
Support Group members may be notified at the beginning of an emergency, for the
duration of the emergency or periodically throughout the emergency at the request of the
Municipal Control Group. Municipal Support Group membership is highly dependant
upon the circumstances of the emergency event and may include members not listed in this
section
Members of the Municipal Support Group include:
All Municipal Department Heads
Transit Commission
Medical Officer of Health
Region of Niagara, Community Services Department
Emergency Management
Enbridge Consumers Gas
Niagara Falls Hydro
Niagara Falls Ambulance (Dispatch Centre)
Ontario Power Generation; and
Bell Canada
EMS
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Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Section 8: Assistance Other Agencies
Section 8 Assistance Other Agencies
There exist agencies external to the municipal response structure that may be required to
provide assistance during an emergency either by virtue of their specialized knowledge
and expertise, or by reason of legislation or regulation. The more common of these
agencies are listed below.
Natural Resources Conservation Authorities
Through their expertise and monitoring, the conservation authorities will be warning of an
impending flood situation in advance of the actual event. Appropriate warnings will be
sent by the authority to the city. Should the situation develop to require a plan EOC
activation, provincial ministries not already known to be responding will be notified by the
Municipal Control Group through Emergency Management Ontario. A representative
from the authority may be asked to join the EOC as an ad hoc member.
Occasionally, an event originating from within the city and impacting conservation lands
or jurisdictions may occur. In these cases, the lead agency for the municipal response is
responsible for ensuring the appropriate authority is contacted.
School Boards Boards of Education
Public and /or Private schools are an excellent resource to be used during emergencies. If
there is a need to evacuate residents, schools are generally the first choice for use as
reception/evacuation centres to temporarily shelter persons displaced by the emergency.
It is the responsibility of the Niagara Regions, Community Services to coordinate, and
liaise with the local School Boards Boards of Education to ensure that agreements are in
place to facilitate access to, and use of their facilities when and if required.
Hospital Administration
During an emergency, the hospital will be responsible for:
Implementing their own internal hospital emergency plan as required,
Liaising with the Medical Officer of Health, and Emergency Medical
Services in the Emergency Operations Centre regarding issues of mutual
concern,
Evaluating any requests for the provision of emergency medical teams at
the emergency site.
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Utility Suppliers
Public, Private and Provincial Utilities may be requested to assist during a municipal
emergency, and to provide a representative to advise the Municipal Control Group.
Arrangements must be in place through their own Emergency Plans to coordinate and
liaise with the Municipal Control Group regarding issues of mutual concern, and the
potential disruption of any utility service.
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Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Section 9: Assistance Provincial and Federal
Section 9 Assistance Provincial and Federal
If locally available resources, including those which might be available from bordering
municipalities and/or Regional sources are insufficient to meet emergency requirements,
then assistance may be requested from the Provincial or Federal government. Assistance
can take many forms including, additional personnel, specialized materials, equipment, or
specific expertise.
Federal Assistance
Federal Assistance cannot be obtained directly by a municipality but must be requested
through the Province of Ontario. Municipalities are directed to Emergency Management
Ontario for this resource.
Provincial Assistance
Where Provincial assistance is required, which is outside of normal departmental or
service working arrangements, the request will be made to the Emergency Management
Ontario Operations Officer in the Provincial Emergency Operations Centre (PEOC). The
PEOC is operational 24/7/365.
Specific contact information for this agency can be found in Annex 3, Contact Numbers for
Provincial Assistance. Note: Agencies listed in this annex are provincial agencies located in the
City of Niagara Falls and have local numbers.
If the Municipality makes the request directly to the Provincial Government, the Municipality
must be prepared to be billed for services rendered.
Other Provincial Ministries may have a role to play in a municipal emergency. Some ministries
have their own emergency plans and procedures for dealing with certain emergency scenarios.
They may also have specialized resources and/or equipment that may be requested to provide
assistance during municipal emergencies.
An overview of Provincial Ministries that may be requested to assist or which may have certain
duties to perform during emergencies are provided in the following table.
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MINISTRY
JURISDICTION
Ministry of Community Safety and
Correctional Services
Coordination of provincial emergency management.
All other peacetime emergencies not listed herein.
War emergencies.
Ministry of Agriculture and Food
Agriculture and Food Emergencies.
Ministry of Community and Social
Services
Emergency shelter, food and clothing, victim
registration and inquiry and personal services required
in support of all emergencies.
Ministry of Energy
Energy supply matters.
Ministry of Environment
Spills of pollutants to the natural environment.
Ministry of Health and Long -Term
Care
Large scale human health emergencies and epidemics.
Emergency health services.
Ministry of Labour
Health and safety of emergency responders, municipal
and private employees and responding volunteers.
Management Board Secretariat
Continuity of government services.
Ministry of Northern Development
and Mines
Abandoned mine hazards. Support provincial
emergency management in Northern Ontario.
Ministry of Transportation
Highway and other transportation services.
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and
Housing
Coordination of extraordinary provincial expenditures
for emergencies.
Ministry of Natural Resources
Forest Fires. Floods. Droughts.
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Ontario Provincial Police
Section 9: Assistance Provincial and Federal
If an emergency occurs on Provincial Highways within the municipality, the Niagara Regional
Police will notify the Ontario Provincial Police. Any actions or responsibilities required of the
Ontario Provincial Police will also be coordinated through the Niagara Regional Police. The OPP
may be required to provide a representative on the Municipal Control Group when requested,
and/or provide a representative on the Emergency Site Team.
Specific contact information for this agency can b e found in Annex 3, Contact Numbers for
Provincial Assistance
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Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Section 10: Emergency Public Information
Section 10 Emergency Public Information
During an emergency, it is essential that the City of Niagara Falls be able to coordinate the
release of appropriate and factual information, issue authoritative directives to the public,
and respond to, or redirect requests for information regarding any aspect of the emergency.
In order to accomplish this, an Emergency Public Information Officer will coordinate all
emergency public alert functions and operate out of the Emergency Operations Centre.
The lead spokesperson will always be the Mayor for the City of Niagara Falls, or their
official designate. He /she has the responsibility and authority to speak to the media on
behalf of the City of Niagara Falls regarding any and all aspects of the emergency and
municipal emergency operations.
The Emergency Public Information Officer will coordinate all media releases with the
CAO with assistance from respective department representatives as per emergency event.
The Emergency Public Information Officer will also coordinate all scrums, press
conferences, and media briefings.
Media monitoring is very important during an emergency event. The Emergency Public
Information Officer will monitor to ensure that the public is receiving the information they
require and that the information received is factual and correct.
If the emergency is large scale and has significant impact in the community a media centre
will be opened to coordinate personnel from the media and to ensure the accurate and
timely communication of all pertinent information.
Refer to Annex 4 for a list of Contact Numbers for local Radio Television Stations
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Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Section 11: Plan Maintenance and Testing
Section 11- Plan Maintenance and Testing
Plan Maintenance
The Chief Administrative Officer is ultimately responsible for ensuring that this
Emergency Plan is maintained and tested.
While the Chief Administrative Officer is ultimately responsible for the Emergency Plan,
the Fire Chief for the City of Niagara Falls Fire Department role and responsibility is to
coordinate, facilitate, implement and test the Emergency Plan based on the
recommendations and directions of the Municipal Control Group (ECG) and the Program
Committee.
Annual Review
Any proposed changes to this Emergency Plan will be submitted to the Fire Chief for the
City of Niagara Falls Fire Department. All proposed changes to this Emergency Plan will
be presented for review to the Municipal Control Group. Each review will be coordinated
by the Fire Chief for the City of Niagara Falls Fire Department, and conducted on or
before September 30th of each calendar year.
Revisions
Any proposed major revision to this Emergency Plan must be presented to the Municipal
Control Group. Major revisions to this Plan will only be approved through a
recommendation of the Municipal Control Group, and may be presented to Municipality
Council, at the direction of the Municipal Control Group.
Minor revisions to this Emergency Plan will be coordinated by the Fire Chief for the City
of Niagara Falls Fire Department, and may be brought before the Municipal Control
Group.
All amendments to the Plan will be recorded and logged on an "Amendment Sheet" to be
located immediately following the table of contents, at the front of each copy of the
Emergency Plan.
Plan Distribution
If any major revisions are made to this Emergency Plan, the amended plan may be
reprinted and re- circulated in its entirety, and distributed according to the "Distribution
List" attached as Annex 7.
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If minor revisions are made to this Emergency Plan, only a notice of the amendment and
any other required changes will be distributed according to the "Distribution List"
attached as Annex 7 to this plan.
Testing the Emergency Plan
This Emergency Plan will be tested on a regular basis to ensure that the contents remain
current and up to date.
Annual Exercise
The Emergency Plan will be tested a minimum of once annually using exercises.
Exercises will be coordinated by the Fire Chief for the City of Niagara Falls Fire
Department to test the effectiveness of the emergency plan and to train municipal
emergency personnel.
Agency Responsibility
Each organization and department noted in this Emergency Plan is responsible for
forwarding information concerning this plan to any agencies and organizations with
which they entertain links related to emergency preparedness and response. At the same
time it is the responsibility of such organization and department to relay to the Fire Chief
for the City of Niagara Falls Fire Department any information obtained from their linked
agencies that may have an impact on the Emergency Plan. It is also the responsibility of
such organizations and departments to ensure the coordination and facilitation of roles
and responsibilities among its partners are fulfilled.
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A by -law to declare Lot 15 Plan NS25 Niagara Falls; in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional
Municipality of Niagara, surplus.
WHEREAS subsection 268(3)(a) of the Municipal Act, 2001, provides that prior to selling any land,
every municipality and local board shall by by -law or resolution declare the land to be surplus;
AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls now deems it
expedient to pass this by -law;
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
Lot 15 Plan NS25 Niagara Falls; in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of
Niagara, is hereby declared surplus.
Passed this eighth day of June, 2009.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Third Reading:
June 8, 2009.
June 8, 2009.
June 8, 2009.
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By-law No. 2009-
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By -law No. 2009
A by -law to establish Part Township Lot 223 Stamford designated as Part 10 on Reference Plan 59R-
13835 as a public highway, to be known as and to form part of Chippawa Parkway.
WHEREAS Section 31 of the Municipal Act, 2001 provides, in part, that a municipality may pass
a by -law to establish a highway;
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1. That Part Township Lot 223 Stamford designated as Part 10 on Reference Plan 59R- 13835;
in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, be established for public
highway purposes.
2. That said Part Township Lot 223 Stamford designated as Part 10 on Reference Plan 59R-
13835 that is hereby established as a public highway, be known as and form part of Chippawa
Parkway.
Passed this eighth day of June, 2009.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR
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June 8, 2009.
June 8, 2009.
A by -law to amend By -law No. 2008 -224, being a by -law to prohibit or regulate the placing or
erecting of signs, notices, and advertising devices on public and private property within the City of
Niagara Falls.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1, By -law No. 2008 -224 is amended by adding the following sections:
7.3.5 Notwithstanding clause (a) of section 3.6.1, an awning sign may encroach onto a
street or shoulder of a street to within 0.8 metres of a street curb or the shoulder of
a road.
10.5 Notwithstanding clause (a) of section 3.6.1, a canopy sign may encroach onto a street
one half the distance between the streetline and the street curb or the shoulder of the
street where a shoulder exists or to within 0.8 metres of a street curb or the shoulder
of a road where a shoulder exists whichever is the lesser of the two distances.
Passed this eighth day of June, 2009.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Third Reading:
June 8, 2009.
June 8, 2009.
June 8, 2009.
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By -law No. 2009
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By -law No. 2009
A by -law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 8' day
of June, 2009.
WHEREAS it is deemed desirable and expedient that the actions and proceedings of Council as
herein set forth be adopted, ratified and confirmed by by -law.
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF
NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. The actions of the Council at its meeting held on the 8t day of June, 2009 including all
motions, resolutions and other actions taken by the Council at its said meeting, are hereby
adopted, ratified and confirmed as if they were expressly embodied in this by -law, except
where the prior approval of the Ontario Municipal Board or other authority is by law required
or any action required by law to be taken by resolution.
2. Where no individual by -law has been or is passed with respect to the taking of any action
authorized in or with respect to the exercise of any powers by the Council, then this by -law
shall be deemed for all purposes to be the by -law required for approving, authorizing and
taking of any action authorized therein or thereby, or required for the exercise of any powers
thereon by the Council.
3. The Mayor and the proper officers of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls are hereby
authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said actions of the
Council or to obtain approvals where required, and, except where otherwise provided, the
Mayor and the Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to execute all documents arising
therefrom and necessary on behalf of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls and to affix
thereto the corporate seal of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls.
Passed this eighth day of June, 2009.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R. T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Third Reading:
June 8, 2009
June 8, 2009
June 8, 2009