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2009/10/19COUNCIL MEETING Monday, October 19, 2009 Order of Business and Agenda Package PRAYER: Councillor Thomson COUNCIL MEETING October 19, 2009 ADOPTION OF MINUTES: Council Minutes of September 28' 2009 Disclosures of pecuniary interest and a brief explanation thereof will be made for the current Council Meeting at this time. Park In the City Committee United Way GNGH Emergency Room DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST DEPUTATIONS /PRESENTATIONS Members of the Park in the City will update Council on the City's success in this year's Communities in Bloom program. Carol Stewart- Kirkby, Executive Director of the United Way, will update Council on the agency's activities and this year's campaign. Debbie Sevenpifer, Niagara Health Systems, and Juanita Gledhil, LHIN, will address the issue of the emergency room at GNGH. Background Material: Recommendation Report: PD- 2009 -80 Background Material: Recommendation Report: PD- 2009 -74 -2 PLANNING MATTERS Public Meeting 26CD -11- 2009 -03, Draft Plan of Condominium ( Conversion) 3401 & 3421 Weinbrenner Road, East of Willoughby Drive. Owner: Weinbrenner Place Inc. ( Vincenzo Butera) Public Meeting AM- 2009 -014, Zoning By -law Amendment Application, 7565 Lundy's Lane. Applicant: City of Niagara Falls Permit Property to be Used for Tourist Commercial and Office Purposes MAYOR'S REPORTS. ANNOUNCEMENTS COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK 1. Regional Municipality of Niagara - Requesting comments re: Bridge Dedication for Fallen Police Officers. RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council 2. Celebrate Old Downtown - Request a letter of support for Celebrate Old Downtown /Spring Iicious. RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council 3. FACS Niagara- Request that the month of October be proclaimed as " Child Abuse Prevention Month" in the City of Niagara Falls. RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council 4. International Epidermolysis Bullosa - The Week of October 25 -31, 2009 be proclaimed as "International Epidermolysis Bullosa Awareness Week" RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council 3 5. OFL /FTO - Request that November 6, 2009 be proclaimed as "Community Social Service Workers Appreciation Day" in the City of Niagara Falls. RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council 6. Niagara Falls Optimists - Request that the Week of November 15 -21, 2009 be proclaimed as " Youth Appreciation Week" in the City of Niagara Falls. RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council 7. Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada - Request that November 2009 be proclaimed as " Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Month" in the City of Niagara Falls ". RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council Additional Items for Council Consideration: The City Clerk will advise of any further items for Council consideration. REPORTS RATIFICATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE ACTIONS (Councillor loannoni, Chair) 4 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. CD- 2009 -14 Delegation of Signing Authority for Non - Monetary Booking Agreements F- 2009 -53 - Tax Receivables Monthly Report (September) F- 2009 -54 - Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Taxes F- 2009 -52 - Municipal Accounts L- 2009 -30 - Release of Agreement, 6777 Morrison Street L- 2009 -31 - Sainovich Realty Limited and the City Encroachment Agreement Murray Street Retaining Wall and Sidewalk L- 2009 -46 - Release of Agreement 6521 and 6563 Drummond Road L- 2009 -50 - The Bethlehem Not - for - Profit Housing Projects of Niagara Execution of Acknowledgment, 6185 Kalar Road, Niagara Falls. MW- 2009 -77 - New Equipment Purchases MW- 2009 -81 Tender 229 -09 Drummond Road - Road Reconstruction and Underground Services Council October 19. TS- 2009 -40 - Beck Road - Bridge Weight Restriction * * * ** LAND BY -LAWS His Worship Ted Salci will request whether there is anyone present that has an interest respecting the by -law 2009 -159 A by -law to change the name of Bellevue Terrace to the name Redmond Heights. - 5 - BY -LAWS The City Clerk will advise of any additional by -laws or amendments to the by -laws listed for Council consideration. 2009 -160 A by -law to permanently close part of a highway. (Part 1 on 59R- 11403) 2009 -161 A by -law to establish Part of Stamford Township Lot 93 being Part 1 on Reference Plan 59R - 14077; Part of Lots 1 to 7 (inclusive), Block "FF" and Part of Lot 7, Block "GG" on Plan 999 -1000 being Part 2 on Reference Plan 59R- 14077; and Part of Lot 7, Block "FF" Plan 999 -1000 being Part 10 on 59R14077; as public highways, to be known as and to form part of Park Street. 2009 -162 A by -law to amend By -law No. 395, 1966, to prohibit the construction of a single - family dwelling. (AM- 2009 -010) 2009 -163 A by -law to amend By -law No. 79 -200, to permit the land to be used for tourist commercial and office purposes. (AM- 2009 -014) 2009 -164 A by -law to amend By -law No. 89 -2000, being a by -law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads ( Weight Limits on Bridges, Parking Meter Zones, Parking Prohibited) 2009 -165 A by -law to amend By -law No. 89 -2000, being a by -law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. 2009 -166 A being a by -law to amend By -law No. 2007 -37, a by -law to provide for appointments to certain Boards, Commissions and Committees. 2009 -167 A by -law to amend by -law 2009 -146, being a by -law to hereby authorize the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer to execute the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund Contribution Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, as represented by the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls. 2009 -168 A by -law to authorize the payment of $9,156,106.17 for General Purposes. 2009 -169 A by -law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 19' day of October, 2009. NEW BUSINESS i (10/5/2009 Dean lorfida - Request or Deputation - October 19, 2009 _ ' r'e From: To: Date: Subject: CC: Hello Dean, This weekend, the City was awarded five blooms (top rating) for the Communities in Bloom provincial program. As such, the Park in the City Committee would greatly appreciate an opportunity to provide a short follow up presentation to City Council on Monday October 19, 2009 regarding the efforts and success of the City's first entry in the CIB program. Could you please provide notice if this is possible. Thanks very much, Mark Mark Richardson Community Development Coordinator Parks, Recreation & Culture City of Niagara Falls 7150 Montrose Rd., Unit 1 Niagara Falls, ON L2H 3N3 Phone: 905- 356 -7521 ext. 3341 Fax: 905- 356 -7404 Email: mrichardson @niagarafalls.ca Mark Richardson Dean Iorfda 10/5/2009 9:37 AM Request for Deputation - October 19, 2009 Denyse Morrissey; Kathy Moldenhauer (1 0/15/2009) Teresa Fabbro - Re: Presentation to Council Pa ge 1 From: Ken Todd To: Carol Stewart- Kirkby CC: Dean Iorfida Date: 9/4/2009 11:23 AM Subject: Re: Presentation to Council Good morning Carol Why don't we try and schedule you for either September 28th or October 19th please let us know which date is better for you....I'll copy Dean Iorflda this request as his department looks after the co- ordinating of the presentations before council have a nice weekend Ken Ken Todd Chief Administrative Officer City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street P.O. Box 1023 Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Telephone: 905 356 7521 x 5100 Fax: 905 374 3557 »> "Carol Stewart- Kirkby" <carolsk @vaxxine.com> 03/09/2009 12:05 pm »> Hi Ken. Just following up on this. I think you were taking care of getting the UW on the agenda in the fall. Is there a date? Is there anything I need to do in this regard? THANKS. See you on Wednesday at the senior management meeting. I believe it is here. Have a good weekend. Csk Regards, Carol Stewart- Kirkby Executive Director United Way of Niagara Fallsand Greater Fort Erie p. 905 -354 -9342/ 871 -5454 f. 905- 354 -2717 carolsk(racaninet com www. u n itedwavn is n a ra. o rq Because WeLlve Here This e-mail and any attachments may contain privileged and/or confidential information. Any distribution, use or copying of this e-mail or the information it contains by other than an intended recipient is unauthorized If you received this e-mail in error, please advise me (by return e- mail or otherwise) immediately. • _� �.� �s� _. _.- 10/15/2009 Dean Iorfida Re: Letter from NHS Pa e1 From: Ted Salci To: Bart Mayes; Carolynn Ioannoni; Janice Wing; Jim Diodati; Shirley Fis... Date: 10/7/2009 12:01 PM Subject: Re: Letter from NHS CC: Dean Iorfida; Ken Todd Coundllors: Mrs. Sevenpifer and the NHS has agreed to come to council to respond to Dr. Dobrovolskls' letter. I have also been advised that they will be announcing a date for a community education session to be held In Niagara Falls. At thls community education session, concerned parties will be given the opportunity to ask questions of, and receive information from, the NHS. Accordingly, only questions from our Members of Council will be responded to by Mrs. Sevenpifer at our Council meeting. Questions from other Interested parties at the Council meeting will be directed to the community education session. I am awaiting further information and will advise Council as soon as any is received. Ted Salci »> Carolynn Ioannoni 10/6/2009 8:41 AM »> Ted Have there been any limitations or ground rules agreed to when the NHS speaks to council? Will there be an ability to ask questions? Is there a time limit they have insisted on? Can you let us know if there is a pre arranged agreement made? Thanks Carolynn Original Message From: Ted Salci To: Coundl Members <councikaniaciarafalls.ca> Cc: Dean Iorflda <diorfdaaniagarafalls.ca> Cc: Ken Todd <KToddOniaaarafalls.ca> Sent: 9/30/2009 3:59:08 PM Subject: Letter from NHS Dear Councillors: For your information I am attaching a response letter I just received from Debbie Sevenpifer, President and CEO of the NHS and Dr. Joanna Hope, Interim Chief of Staff with the NHS in response to Dr. Paul Dobrovolskis' open letter to the citizens of Niagara Falls. Ted September 30, 2009 Foots on those We larva NIAGARA HEALTH SYSTEM SYSTLME DE SANT$ DE NIAGARA TOGETHER IN EXCELLENCE — LEADERS IN HEALTHCARE CORPORATE BERMES 165 Ontario Street St. Catharines, ON L2R 5K3 Tel: 906 378 4647 Fax: 005 3233800 www.nlegarahealth.on.ca Mayor Ted Salci City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street, PO Box 1023 Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Dear Mayor Salci: We are responding to an open letter to the citizens of Niagara that was apparently sent to a Niagara Falls Councillor on September 13 via email and which was included in your Council package for your September 28 Council meeting. This letter was not sent to the Niagara Health System (NHS) and the NHS only became aware of this letter on September 28th as a result of your Council package being posted publicly on your website. The letter contains a number of inaccuracies that we feel compelled to write to clarify for the record, responding individually to separate points within the letter written by Drs. Dobrovolskis and Speight. As context for our response, we will first explain why the NHS is making changes to the Greater Niagara General (GNG) Emergency Department (ED). Why is the Niagara Health System making changes to the GNG Emergency Room? The changes that the NHS is implementing are designed to improve the patient experience and reduce wait times. The NHS Is adding more hours of physician coverage so that more doctors see more patients more quickly. This will mean shorter wait times for patients, better care and improved patient satisfaction. The NHS is committed to providing ongoing quality care in the GNG Emergency Room (ER). Currently, the GNG ER is covered by only 6 full -time physicians. On a daily basis, one of these physicians works a 10 hour day shift and one of them works a 14 hour night shift to provide 24 hour a day service, 365 days a year. The NHS was receiving an increasing number of patient complaints about wait times and treatment at the GNG ER. The wait times and number of patients leaving without being seen by an ER physician due to long wait times exceeds provincial benchmarks. Attempts to work with the GNG ER physicians in the past to change the model of care and physician coverage at the GNG ER were unsuccessful which prompted the NHS to commission the Hay Group Health Care Consulting to provide a third party expert, independent review of the operations of the GNG ER In comparison to best practice across Canada. This report is posted on the NHS website at www.niaaarahealth.on.ca. 0 gryiqp ppuss halt lWld a¢pap lend eate inn Use resources In Nth neer vi(% IaCtaWYl hlWoad* haler My °'r Mayor Ted Sabi September 30, 2009 Page 2 The Hay third party report states, "there is an abundant body of literature which attests to the fact that emergency physician stress and burnout is accelerated by shifts in excess of eight hours duration, or excessive number of clinical hours provided in a calendar year. The implications of staffing models such as those at Greater Niagara General have been shown in the literature to both adversely affect physician wellness, and the quality of patient care. implications for patient care which have been documented to occur as a consequence of physician stress and burnout include, amongst other phenomena: Becoming argumentative and impatient Procrastination and neglect of patient care needs increasing hostility Absenteeism from the workplace Decreased tolerance In addition, attitudes such as blaming and helplessness and ambivalence and risk taking have also been reported and may also adversely impact the quality of patient care /' The major recommendation of the third party expert review was to increase the hours of physician coverage at the GNG ER to improve quality care, patient satisfaction and to reduce wait times. Hours of physician coverage are defined as the number of physicians providing care within the ER department during a 24 hour period. The change being proposed, when fully implemented, would result in having 14 full -time Emergency physicians in the GNG ER. This means the same volume of patients would now be seen by 14 physicians, rather than six. This would mean that two ER physicians would be on duty at the same time in the ER providing care. Since, under the current fee for service payment model, the GNG Site ER physicians are paid for each patient they see, this change in the schedule would mean an individual physician would see fewer patients in a shift than under the current model and potentially earn less income. However, it is important to note that the changed model in physician coverage will still provide the GNG ER physicians a similar income to other physicians in the province. Furthermore, the new model of physician coverage will be more attractive to new physicians coming to Niagara because it will improve their quality of work life and is considered best practice. The goal of the Niagara Health System, based on this external expert review, is to increase hours of physician coverage and improve the patient experience. It Is not about cost savings — the NHS does not pay the physicians. NHS Response to Open Letter Statement 1 - The Greater Niagara General Hospital Emergency Physician Group has been one of the most constant and reliable groups in Canadian emergency services, provided dedicated and quality care for the citizens of the Niagara Region for over twenty -five years. We have the distinction in the Niagara region of haling the lowest wait times, best patient satisfaction rates and service to the citizens of Niagara. NHS Response: There is no report that the NHS is aware of that would evaluate the constancy and reliability of the GNG ER physician group against the rest of Canada. The GNG ER has historically been Mayor Ted Said September 30, 2009 Page 3 staffed by six physicians. Although the authors of the letter to Council recently resigned, the NHS has recently recruited two new members to the GNG ER physician group. Three of the existing six physicians joined the NHS prior to 2000; three have joined within the last three years. The NHS acknowledges the Group's past service to GNG and would have expected the Group to manage any disagreement regarding the provision of ER services in a manner that reflected the dedication to the residents of Niagara expressed in the Open Letter. The NHS does have access to reports that benchmark ER wail times, left without being seen rates and patient satisfaction rates to peer hospitals. The GNG ER department is performing worse than provincial benchmarks in all three indicators. Hospitals are expected to benchmark provincially against standards. The physicians in the GNG ER have been focused on their performance compared to other NHS sites versus best practice in the province and with peers. The Hay report comments 'it is disconcerting that rather than cooperating and collaborating in establishing common policies, procedures, protocols, care maps, etc. in an effort to ensure the quality of care received in any of the Niagara Health System's sites is appropriate and of the highest possible quality, one group (the GNG ER physicians) has set itself up in competition with others in the system." The Hay report states `during our interview process, it also became clear that those working at the Niagara Health System (NHS) GNG site emergency department interpret their performance in the context of other hospitals in the NHS and the attitude Is one of "competition " as opposed to collaboration, cooperation and consensus building across the system". The Hay report recommends "on a go forward basis, it will be essential for the Niagara Health System to ensure that a culture of a single institution with common policies, procedures, clinical objectives and standards unfolds. The hospital should strive to ensure that performance in all emergency departments is compared not with internal peers but with external standards." NHS 24/7 ER sites are not meeting provincial benchmarks primarily In the area of wait times and left without being seen rates; however, all NHS sites have actively been engaging in quality Improvement initiatives to achieve these benchmarks. The NHS has a number of initiatives underway to Improve its performance against provincial benchmarks such as additional hours of physician coverage, a fast track area and medical directives. These are the same initiatives that the NHS is now implementing at the GNG ER. Statement 2 - The Department has been under constant attack by its own administration on a professional and personal level. NHS Response: • The NHS receives and investigates complaints by patients and staff, tracks trends and does its best to address the issues, whether they are specific to a member of the professional staff or systemic. • On occasion, where there are significant matters relating to the delivery of care that need to be managed, the NHS, like other public hospitals, seeks independent, expert, external assistance to research the issues and make recommendations. • independent reviews are used by all kinds of organizations in a broad range of circumstances, including for quality assurance. Mayor Ted Sabi September 30, 2009 Page 4 • The GNG ER underwent an independent expert review in the Spring of 2009 by Hay Consulting and the report on the review was not entirely favourable to the operations of the GNG ER. • The NHS does not consider either commissioning an independent expert review or addressing issues that could impact health care as an attack, but as acting responsibly to discharge its mandate of ensuring quality care to the residents of Niagara. Statement 3 - The agenda of the NHS administration is unclear, even after the token dismissal of the former chief of staff and the promise of transparency, accountability and cooperation with the medical staff, the NHS has only become more entrenched in a restructuring plan that Is covert and kept hidden from the public as well as the staff of the NHS. NHS Response: • The mandate of the NHS administration is to provide the best care and the best patient experience possible within the resources available, which it believes implementing the recommendations will achieve. • The report of the independent expert review of the GNG ER was provided to the physicians at GNG when it was received in May 2009 and the physicians have had an opportunity to voice their views. • In accordance with NHS commitment to transparency and accountability the report is posted on the NHS' website and we urge all stakeholders to read it so as to better understand the concerns about the GNG ER and the recommendations made to address those concerns. Statement 4 — During this same time, the emergency doctors of the GNGH have been frustrated by bed closures, cuts to nursing and practical nursing staff, sudden and unexplained closure of services such as pediatrics, obstetrics and mental health without warning or explanation. The GNGH Is dying a stow death by cuts that will transfer the bulk of services away from our hospital and the people it serves to other facilities in locations that do not serve the community's Interests. NHS Response: The Hospital Improvement Plan (HIP) identifies 90 bed closures as well as other service delivery changes over the next four years at all of the sites of the NHS. The HIP is posted on the NHS website. In 2009/10, there are no permanent bed closures planned at the GNG site, unlike at other sites of the NHS. There have been times that, due to lack of either nursing or physician resources, beds have temporarily been closed in order that safe care could be provided to our patients. Sometimes these closures are in fact on short notice and beyond the control of the NHS — Le. if a physician suddenly takes ill or can no longer participate in an on call rotation or similarly if a nurse must take a sick leave or a leave of absence — the NHS must respond quickly to close beds to meet the staffing resources available. This can happen at any one of our sites and has over the last few years, particularly in the area of obstetrics and paediatrics. There continues to be concern among the GNGH physicians regarding the changes in clinical service delivery outlined in the Hospital Improvement Plan and as the NHS previously committed, we will work through these concerns as the HIP Is implemented. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) reached between the NHS and the physicians at both the Port Colborne and Fort Erie sites are evidence of solutions that can be reached when both parties collectively have the will to work together in the best interests of patient care. Mayor Ted Salci September 30, 2009 Page 5 Statement 5 - Over the last one and half years, the NHS has kept a private for - profit physician temporary agency on retainer, at a cost of $20,000 per month. This company would provide physicians at significant cost to the NHS to replace the current emergency physicians in the event that physicians would not comply with NHS restructuring. NHS Response: • The NHS uses the services of two organizations that provide temporary emergency physician services in order to keep ERs open as do a long list of other hospitals in the province. These organizations provide services to hospitals on a transitional basis while recruitment Is underway. • One provider is Health Force Ontario which is a government agency that provides trained ER physicians to hospitals who require coverage while recruitment efforts are underway. • The other provider is Med - Emerg, a public company for which a number of NHS physicians work - one of the authors of the Open Letter worked for Med -Emerg before joining the medical staff. Some physicians who reside in Niagara choose to provide their services to the NHS through Med Emerg rather than directly, which means that they are not bound by the requirements Imposed on members of the Medical Staff (participating in call and training physicians, for example). • The NHS pays a monthly administrative fee to Med -Emerg for billing and other services, which is not $20,000, in fact, it is far less. • NHS is bound by a confidentiality clause in its agreement with Med - Emerg. Statement 6 — The latest blow to the emergency department physicians is the demand to dismantle a stable schedule for our emergency doctors and bring in contract physicians by September 15 2009, this despite no proof of benefit and great cost to the region. The real issues of bed and nursing staff shortages are being ignored. Staffing more physicians per shift might appear to reduce wait times in the emergency department but in practice will not be effective. The long wait times do not currently result from the number of available doctors but, are due to the number of patients that are held In the department waiting for a bed to be admitted into. The staffing model in use by the emergency physicians has provided stability in emergency room physician coverage unrivaled in the region, and continuity of care. Over the past years the NHS administration have out nurses and closed beds, increasing the patient wait times. Adding more doctors will not solve this Issue unless additional beds and nursing support are also made available. The emergency physicians have been given an ultimatum to sign on to the new model or leave and be replaced by temporary agency doctors. Agency doctors and their private for - profit company are guaranteed payment and "top-ups"; there is little Incentive for them to reduce waft times. The current physicians do not bill the NHS and, have no top -ups or extra fees. They bill the Ministry of Health only for the services they provide, no service charges or administrative costs and, create no extra financial burden for the regional health care budget. NHS Response: • The NHS Is not unlike many other hospitals in the province that have limited resources, rising costs and must realign service provision and costs within available resources. • The NHS has been very successful in recruiting and retaining nurses. The vacancy rate for nurses is below the LNIN and provincial average; the NHS retention rate exceeds the provincial average. • Unlike nurses, physicians are not employees of the Hospital. Mayor Ted Salci September 30, 2009 Page 8 • Although the physician staffing at the GNG ER has been stable, the number of complaints has been increasing and the performance on indicators of wait times, left without being seen and patient satisfaction was not meeting provincial benchmarks. • Over the last few years, attempts at working with the physicians to move the GNG ER to best practice have been unsuccessful over the last few years (physician shifting, fast track area, medical directives, etc). Similar improvements had successfully been implemented at the Welland and St Catharines sites of the NHS. • The NHS commissioned a third party expert review to Identify where improvements could be made. • In discussion with the former site Chief of ER, an agreed upon date of September 15 was reached. The physicians working at the GNG ER have the opportunity to work the same number (or more) total hours under this new model. • Some of the physicians have chosen to leave rather than to work under this new model - that is their choice and we respect that. For the doctors remaining, the model being introduced will not Impact hours that are available to them to work. • The GNG ED Physician Group, as previously constituted, chose to get paid on a fee -per- service basis, which means they bill OHIP for every service they provide to a patient. • Over 90% of the EDs in the province have moved away from fee - for - service to an Alternate Funding Arrangement (AFA) model under which ER physicians are paid a fixed annual income, regardless of how many patients they treat. This model Is currently being used at the Welland, Port Colborne and Fort Ede sites of the NHS. • The model of compensation chosen, either the fee- for - service or the ED AFA, is a choice between the physicians and the Ministry of Health and Long -Term Care. • The ED AFA model ensures an appropriate level of income for physicians despite bed and patient flow pressures being experienced across the province. • Most physicians now graduating from medical school and wanting to practice emergency medicine: a) prefer to work in an ED AFA to have predictable earnings; and b) prefer shorter shifts of 8 to 10 hours. • Typically, moving from a fee - for - service remuneration model to an ED AFA funding model will result In similar or enhanced funding to ED physicians. • The NHS asked the independent reviewers to examine this issue and they found that even if the NHS were to fully implement the recommendations in the Report, the GNG ER physicians would earn a comparable income to other ER physicians in the province. • Significantly, the new model of physician coverage will be more attractive to physicians coming to Niagara because it will improve their work/life balance and is consistent with best practices followed in other ERs. • The changes that the NHS is introducing do not involve a plan to staff the GNG ER with temporary physicians. • The use of temporary physician services has been made necessary during the transition, in part as a result of decisions made by GNG ER physicians to leave, which the NHS understands and accepts. • The NHS does not want to lose physicians, however we recognize that despite our best efforts to work with the GNG ER, the changes being implemented will not be acceptable to every member of the Department. • If a physician chooses not to work in the new coverage model, that is his choice and as stated, we respect it, although we cannot continue to work under a model that Is not in line with best practices because it benefits a physician or even a small group of physicians. Mayor Ted Salci September 30, 2009 Page 7 • The NHS expects physicians to honour their professional and ethical commitment to put patient interests first, which in relation to the GNG ER, means working with the NHS to effect a smooth transition by giving fair notice and avoiding a disruption to the delivery of ER services. • The NHS has a mandate and responsibility to ensure the continuity of ER services at the GNG site and because of choices made by physicians, must look to temporary assistance from agencies such as Health Force Ontario or Med- Emerg. At the same time, the NHS will continue with active recruitment efforts. • There is no indication that staffing more physicians per shift will not be effective in reducing wait times for reasons that include the fact that not all ER patients need to be admitted to the hospital. Statement 7 —We are also faced with uncertainty as to what kind of hospital Greater Niagara General will be in the next months. Unexpected closures of pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and psychiatry have left the emergency physicians scrambling to find places for patients In other hospitals, far from their homes in Niagara. With other reductions in services patients languish in stretchers in the emergency room often for days and to help reduce the burgeoning $110 million dollar deficit of the NHS. NHS Response: • The NHS has offered to meet with the GNG site physicians to address any concerns regarding uncertainty of services. • The NHS treats and maintains the majority of Niagara patients in Niagara. The NHS Is unaware of any instances where patients were transferred outside of Niagara, far away from their homes, for care, except in those cases where the services required are for services not currently offered In Niagara, i.e. tertiary • The NHS does at times experience bed pressures which results in patients being admitted to stretchers in the ER awaiting a bed on an inpatient ward. Although this is not ideal or preferred, the patients continue to receive the care they require in the ER. The pressures experienced by NHS are not uncommon across the province at other hospitals. Statement 8 — Despite our long record of service to the community, our record of performance above the benchmarks within the Niagara Health System, lowest level of complaints and shortest wait times and the dedication of the Emergency Physicians of the Greater Niagara General Hospital, the Niagara Health System administration appears committed to the dismantling of our hospital emergency department. NHS Response: • NHS is not dismantling the ER, but renewing it and bringing its operations into line with best practice for the benefit of our patients and physicians • The NHS cannot refuse to follow best practice to benefit one or even a group of ED physicians • Each physician has to make his own decision and the authors of the Open Letter have done so — with very little notice to the NHS — and without explanation of why the implementation plan their Group proposed for roll -out on September 15 is no longer acceptable • The performance of the GNG ER is not in line with provincial benchmarks and has great opportunity of improvement. Mayor Ted Said September 30, 2009 Page 8 We trust that this letter clarifies the concerns as outlined in the open letter. The NHS is committed to working with the physicians at the GNG site throughout the implementation of the changes at the GNG ER as well as to address other concerns as they pertain to service delivery. Meetings are planned to work towards solutions. As per your personal request, the NHS will attend the Niagara Falls Council meeting on October 19 to address any questions or concerns. Sincerely, Debbie Sevenpifer Joanna Hope President & Chief Executive Officer Interim Chief of Staff DS:Ip August 21, 2009 Mr. Dean lorfida, City Clerk Corporate Services Department City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street, P.O. Box 1023 Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 NIAGARA HEALTH SYSTEM SYST#2 IE DE SANTE DE NIAGARA TDG£Til£R -1TY E %CELICNC£ --L LAM-RS N WEALTHCAlE Dear Mr. lorfida: Re: Request for a Public Information Session Thank you for your letter of August 4, 2009 wherein you relay concerns of Council regarding a number of issues. With regards to the GNGH Emergency Department, we are in the process of implementing a number of changes including increasing the number of hours in which physicians provide coverage in the emergency department. We are planning to increase medical coverage in the emergency department by an additional 10 hours per day. The intention of this change is to reduce patient wait times and improve patient satisfaction. Change is never easy and we are currently working through issues with physicians at the site. At the time of this writing, we have received a formal notice from a GNGH emergency department physician who has decided to move on to other opportunities, and we can confirm that we have also recruited two new physicians into the emergency department and are actively recruiting for more. As well, we recently appointed Dr. Doug Munkley as Interim Site Chief of the GNGH ED, and have launched a recruitment process for the permanent site chief. Similarly, we are working through issues of concern expressed by nursing staff regarding staffing levels. Although we received additional operating funds in relation to the construction of the new emergency department, our ability to retain those funds was dependent upon achieving additional patient visits in the department which has not happened. This could be due to a number of factors, including either an increase in community -based walk -in clinics, or increased access to primary care. Therefore, because we cannot retain this money, we must alter staffing patterns accordingly. However, it is important to note that the staffing levels that remain in the department are comparable to other similar sized emergency departments, with similar numbers and types of patients. Mr. Dean Iodide August 21, 2009 Page 2 On the issue of the paediatrics unit, although the program is developing a feasibility study on the potential to move to two sites prior to the consolidation in the new hospital facility in St. Catharines by 2012/13, this feasibility study has not yet been completed and will be reviewed by the NHS Senior Executive and Board. Through the past several months, we have been hosting a significant number of community education sessions in the communities of Wainfleet, Port Colborne and Fort Erie with respect to the conversion of their 24 hour a day /seven day a week ED's to 24/7 Urgent Care Centres (UCC's). These public education sessions are continuing into the fall. We would appreciate the opportunity to provide a similar session in your local community and will look to an appropriate date to hold a session later this fall. Regards, Debbie Sevenpifer, CA, CHE President & Chief Executive Officer DS:Ip Niagara October 19, 2009 REPORT TO: SUBMITTED BY: SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATION 1. That the Plan of Condominium be draft approved subject to the conditions in the attached Appendix. 2. That the Mayor or designate be authorized to sign the draft plan as "approved" 20 days after notice of Council's decision has been given as required by the Planning Act, provided no appeals of the decision have been lodged. 3. That draft approval be given for three years, after which approval will lapse unless an extension is requested by the developer and granted by Council. 4. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Condominium Agreement and any required documents to allow for the future registration of the condominium when all matters are addressed to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The proposed conversion of the existing rental apartment building complex to condominium ownership can be supported based on the following: tenants cannot be evicted due to the conversion and are safeguarded through the requirements of the Provincial Residential Tenancies Act; the application complies with both City and Regional planning policies to consider condominium conversions based on vacancy rates; and the requested conditions of approval will provide site improvements and address current development standards. BACKGROUND Proposal His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Planning & Development PD- 2009 -80 PD- 2009 -80 26CD -11- 2009 -03, Draft Plan of Condominium (Conversion) 3401 & 3421 Weinbrenner Road, East of Willoughby Drive Owner: Weinbrenner Place Inc. (Vincenzo Butera) The applicant proposes to convert the existing 70 -unit rental apartment building complex (2 buildings with 35 units each) to a condominium. The plan of condominium subdivision will permit the individual ownership of each unit with the common areas (e.g., hallways, October 19, 2009 ANALYSIS /RATIONALE - 2 - PD- 2009 -80 driveways and open space) shared by the condominium corporation. There is no new construction proposed. The property is on the north side of Weinbrenner Road, east of Willoughby Drive, as shown on Schedule 1. The building layout, open space and parking /driveway areas are illustrated on Schedule 2. There are no public meeting or notification requirements forcondominium conversion applications underthe Planning Act. However, in accordance with City procedures, Staff provided notice on October 5, 2009 to all tenants occupying the units about tonight's Council meeting as a courtesy. The owner's solicitor has also advised the tenants regarding the proposed conversion. Security of Tenure - Provincial Landlord and Tenant Legislation The Residential Tenancies Act (2006) is the Provincial legislation applicable to all landlord and tenant matters. This Act contains specific sections to protect existing tenants in cases of condominium conversions. Tenants cannot be evicted due to a conversion and have the right of first refusal to purchase a converted unit. Rents cannot be increased based on the conversion to condominium ownership and are regulated by Provincial guidelines. On this basis, there will potentially be no loss of rental units. Municipal and Regional Rental Housing Policies The City's Official Plan states that rental accommodation shall be protected and discourages the conversion of rental units to condominiums when the vacancy rate is below 3 %. Although tenants' rights are protected by Provincial legislation, the removal of rental units should not adversely affect the supply of affordable rental housing. The Region's Policy Plan states that Regional Council will not support the conversion of rental housing to condominium ownership if the supply of affordable rental housing will be adversely affected and considers a vacancy rate of 3% or more desirable for a healthy rental market. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) survey from October2008 is the most current information available and indicates a vacancy rate of 5.2% for all apartment units in Niagara Falls. This overall municipal rate has increased from 3.2% in 2007. The subject site is located outside of the City "core" defined by CHMC and the apartment vacancy rate in this non -core area is 4.1%. The data indicates vacancy rates in this area of 3.7% for both one and two bedroom units and of 8.2% for three bedroom units. All of these CMHC figures exceed the Official Plan 3% vacancy rate threshold. Therefore, the removal of these apartment units should not have an adverse impact on the City's overall rental housing supply. The vacancy rate throughout the major urban centres of Niagara is 4.3% for all apartment units in October 2008 (an increase over the 4.0% figure last year). On this basis, the Region is not opposed to the conversion of these apartment units. The buildings contain 12 one - bedroom units, 34 two- bedroom units and 24 three - bedroom units. The applicant estimates that the selling prices for the proposed condominiums will be approximately $90,000.00 (one bedroom), $100,000.00 (two bedroom) and $110,000.00 (three bedroom) which would provide ownership of affordable housing. October 19, 2009 - 3 - PD- 2009 -80 Site Assessment The apartment buildings were constructed in 1972 -73 in compliance with zoning by -law provisions in place at that time. There are no City records with respect to any site plan approval. The property is currently zoned Residential Apartment 5B Density (R5B) in accordance with Zoning By -law No. 79 -200. Although compatibility with the surrounding properties has been established over the years, the condominium conversion process provides the opportunity to achieve site improvements in keeping with current development standards and to formally recognize acceptable zoning by -law deficiencies. The development satisfies lot size requirements and exceeds minimum parking space standards of the zoning by -law. The City's Committee of Adjustment granted approval on September 1, 2009 (File A- 2009 -021) to zoning variances for front yard depth, building height and roofed -over porch projections in the front yard - no appeals were received and the decision is final. Municipal Works requires the applicant to provide site servicing information regarding weeping tile flows and downspout outlets. If these discharge to the sanitary sewer they must be disconnected. The formal designation of a fire access route though the site is requested as a condition. Several garbage bins and recycling containers are located at the north limit of the parking lot. A proper enclosure is required to screen the garbage /recycling area. The development currently receives waste collection service through the Region's contractor. The land is within a registered plan from 1956 and all parkland requirements were addressed through the initial subdivision process. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Council's priority is to strengthen and promote economic development in the City. Condominium conversion usually results in building upgrades and reinvestment in existing properties. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS ► Appendix - Conditions of Draft Plan of Condominium Approval ► Schedule 1 - Location Map ► Schedule 2 - Draft Plan of Condominium ► notice of the application and this meeting was sent by staff to the list of all tenants as provided by the owner's solicitor Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: i Alex Herlovitc Director of Planning & Development Ed Dujlovic, Executive Director, Community Services Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer R.Wilson:mb Attach. S:\PDR\20091PD- 2009 -80, Draft Plan of Condominium, 3401 -3421 Weinbrenner Road.wpd October 19, 2009 - 4 - PD- 2009 -80 Clearance of Conditions APPENDIX Conditions of Draft Plan of Condominium Approval 1. Approval applies to the 3401 & 3421 Weinbrenner Road Draft Plan of Condominium prepared by Matthews, Cameron, Heywood - Kerry T. Howe Surveying Ltd., dated January 27, 2009, showing two apartment buildings each containing 35 dwelling units (total 70 units), open space and parking /driveway areas. 2. The developer enter into a registered Condominium Subdivision Agreement with the City to satisfy all requirements related to the development of the land. 3. The developer submit a Solicitor's Certificate of Ownership for the property to the City Solicitor prior to the preparation of the Condominium Subdivision Agreement. 4. The developer submit a site servicing plan for the review and approval of Municipal Works. 5. The developer remove all extraneous flow from the sanitary sewer system to the satisfaction of Municipal Works. 6. The developer construct an enclosure for the garbage and recycling containers to the City's satisfaction. 7. The developer submit a request to Fire Services to designate through municipal by- law a fire access route on the property, if required. 8. The developer provide five copies of the pre- registration plan for the condominium to Planning & Development. Prior to granting approval to the final plan, Planning & Development requires written notice from the applicable City Divisions indicating that their respective conditions have been satisfied. October 19, 2009 - 5 - SCHEDULEI Proposed Plan of Condominium (Conversion) 3401 & 3421 Weinbrenner Road 26CD -11- 2009 -03 Sublet# Land zza PD- 2009 -80 Location Map f. opyri rgtrt 2000 - City of Niciyara Falls October 2009 October 19, 2009 - 6 - SCHEDULE2 PD- 2009 -80 LOT 54 LOT inRA mu E:„RIDN ,ugv2 538 1 4OT N Sj, F5Y PLAN19.12144 1 ADM ORAL INFORMATION REQUIRED UNDER SECTION 51 Of THE PLANNING ACT AND UNDER SECTION 9 OF THE CONDOMINIUM ACT 1999 IA -u Mgwlwpwiwx 47 w 0 1a 4 - 13010609. rrw 14 -1 w190ENem aYFL.T IN -4l 1MTwY 12300MM4 14 0 010 AN rim LOT ARE4 no Man 04240 4.944 0.90404440 AKA 9994NO 74014044 2271.2 50. r- (20147 3290 5 4C9 122.4447 3 5 3 0 9 7 0 4 . 3 6 . 4 1 1 103 9 00)064(4164 Cma, nNI LOTS 544 and 545, REGISTERED PLAN 280 CRY OF NIAGARA FALLS 4401I4L NUNICIPAIM Of NIAGARA triediamt 10NS I 1 400 er-FT YaX04430, om n. Nryw Nerry v3 - T. None 40004314 NL 0 WD LL 102]9 1009 I HEREBY 0913101939 mAnnteS. (AKRON. 91(999991) - rc 4x34( 4042x5.0 � N WN 2013( 0091191 30404 300 • • .. 9 SYMNIDD) ARE T 0Q FC4 SI0w1. kantAGVW.M rro•KaIIi.WAPElh9Wl& PD- 2009 -74 Niagaraialls October 19, 2009 REPORT TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Planning & Development SUBJECT: PD- 2009 -74 AM- 2009 -014, Zoning By -law Amendment Application 7565 Lundy's Lane Applicant: City of Niagara Falls Permit Property to be Used for Tourist Commercial and Office Purposes RECOMMENDATION 1. That Council approve the Zoning By -law Amendment application to permit the property to be used for tourist commercial and office purposes, subject to a 1.5 metre (4.9 foot) wide landscape strip being provided along the north and east property lines. Proposal That Council pass the by -law on tonight's agenda to change the zoning of the property from Open Space to a site specific Tourist Commercial (TC) zone. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Zoning amendment is proposed to facilitate the sale and reuse of the subject property. The application can be approved for the following reasons: The proposed Tourist Commercial zone implements the Tourist Commercial designation of the property and is consistent with the zoning in effect on the other properties at the Lundy's Lane /Montrose Road intersection. Adding offices to the list of permitted uses will diversify the range of uses that can be established. BACKGROUND The amendment is proposed for City -owned property known municipally as 7565 Lundy's Lane (see Schedule 1). The building on the property was constructed in 1915, and was originally a school. The property was used as police substation and jail by Stamford Township in the 1950's. After closure as a police substation, the building was used by the City's Engineering Field Crew, then the City Planning Department and finally the Parks, Recreation & Culture office. The City is in the process of selling this property and proposes to change the zoning of the property to allow this building to be used for tourist commercial and office purposes to facilitate the sale of this property. • October 19, 2009 - 2 - PD- 2009 -74 The subject land is currently zoned Open Space (OS). The zoning of the land is proposed to be changed to a site specific Tourist Commercial (TC) zone to allow the property to be used for commercial purposes including offices. On the April 6, 2009 meeting, Council directed that this property to be appraised, put on the open market with a reserved bid, with notice of the future intent to designate the property under the Ontario Heritage Act. This recommendation is based on the Municipal Heritage Committee's (MHC) motion that they be involved in future discussions involving the building and consideration be given to designating the building and property A Statement of Cultural Heritage Value, being the basis of MHC's motion, is attached as Appendix 1. A local businessman, Mr. Felix Pingue, has expressed an interest in purchasing the property and making minor repairs to facilitate its use for offices. Surrounding Land Uses The Lundy's Lane Cemetery lies to the north and east of the land. A variety of commercial uses geared towards tourists and residents, including motels, hotels, restaurants and retail stores, lie to the west, south and south -east of the land. Circulation Comments Information regarding the proposed Zoning By -law amendment was circulated to City divisions, the Region, agencies and the public for comment. The following summarizes the comments received to date: Municipal Works and Transportation Services No Objections. Parks, Recreation and Culture ANALYSIS /RATIONALE Supports the rezoning application. A 1.5 metre (4.9 feet) landscaped open space strip will be installed along the north and east property lines to buffer the adjacent cemetery and associated wrought iron fence. The land is designated Tourist Commercial by the Official Plan and is part of the Lundy's Lane Tourist District. Lands in this District are intended to be developed with a wide range of small to medium scale commercial uses to serve residents and tourists. The proposed Tourist Commercial zone, with an office as an additional use, will reflect the designation of the property and provide services to residents and tourists. Zoning Request The proposed site specific Tourist Commercial (TC) zone will provide for a range of uses that will be compatible with other development along Lundy's Lane. The addition of an office as a permitted use will provide a use that can be readily accommodated in the existing building and will therefore provide an opportunity to preserve this building. The existing building conforms with TC zone regulations. The provision of parking and loading will depend on the use, however there appears to be ample lot area to do so. A 1.5 metre (4.9 feet) wide landscape strip is to be installed by the City where necessary October 19, 2009 - 3 - PD- 2009 -74 along the north and east property lines prior to its sale to buffer the adjacent cemetery from the subject land's parking area. The amending by -law will require this landscape strip to ensure it remains. The standards in the TC zone will ensure that any additions to the building will be compatible with other developments along Lundy's Lane. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The amendment will allow the site to be sold and used for commercial purposes which supports Council's strategic priority of strengthening and promoting economic development in the City. The sale of the property will provide additional revenue needed for City programs and projects. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS • Schedule 1 - Location Map ► Schedule 2 - Property Configuration (Reference Plan) ► Appendix "A" - Statement of Cultural Heritage Value Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: auk Li Alex Herlov`ch, Director of Planning & Development Ed Dujlovic, Executive Director, Community Services KLn Todd, Chief Administrative Officer A.Bryce:mb Attach. S:1PDR 2009- 74,AM- 2009 -014, 7565 Lundy's Lane,Permit Property to be used for Offices & Tourist Commercial.wpd Subject Land 8 Peep P4 LUNDY'S LANE Location: 7565 Lundy's Lane Applicant: City of Niagara Falls K:\GIS_Request42009\ Schedules \ZonIngAM\AM- 14 \mapptng.map SCHEDULE 1 LOCATION MAP Amending Zoning By -law No. 79 -200 0 1:NTS AM- 2009 -014 October 2009 PART 3, NB715' a. z STAMP'� Township lot PART OF 132 SCWEDUL P.I.N. Port of 9441S-0077(LT AREA 0393 HA. LOT 1, PLA O N 40 ER PART 4, PLAN 59R -1196 j F H97'1 atOulftltte. aoLRx+c) Sl3l maWaueuOUs01110Artdrnwa NN:1316T 14,0 bp24,01011112ernfx4in D 0 PART 1 SCHEDULE 2 PLAN 59R -119 \ \ , a11) Na8'11'E th PIN E4418`0100(LT) LUNDYS ss0(744) 39.723 m ie f Q'✓ 1;5611 PART 1, PLAN 59R -11964 TOWNSHIP $ LOT 132 N REGIONAL ROAD N0. 20 (BY BY -LAW fl$4 -081 (DEPOSIT PLAR 293) LANE is '"'"' j 39 C OH « MEA ° 19.159 ' el pen an wvnw Description of Historic Place Heritage Value Character Defining Elements Statement of Cultural Heritage Value Appendix "A" Lundy's Lane School was a small, rural two room school built in 1915 in the Edwardian Classical style exemplified in its simplified and exaggerated Classical elements and clean lines. Although it has been used as a school, police station and municipal offices, its minor alterations have not detracted from its prominent position on the corner of Lundy's Lane and Montrose Road. The site has cultural heritage significance to the City of Niagara Falls through its association with the early settlers (Greens and Lundy's) and with the "Old Red Meeting House ", the Methodist meeting house which once stood on the site as well as its adjacent cemetery (now Lundy's Lane Cemetery) still located east of this structure. The site was also the location of three early Stamford Township schools. The building was constructed in 1915 and is the last remaining rural two room school of that era. Features such as the high stone foundation, brick comer quoins, portico entrance with a simple pediment supported by short wooden columns on brick piers, windows on stone sills topped with brick voussoirs and large contrasting key stones, projecting eaves supported by scroll brackets and hipped roof are all typical elements of this style. It also displays unique design features such as the paired side windows with segmental arches above and a recessed front entry. The building has been altered to suit its uses as the Stamford Township Police Department and Court from 1953 to 1972 and more recently as an art gallery and office space for the City's Parks, Recreation and Culture division. The cultural heritage value and interest of this property is contained in the 1915 Edwardian Classical style school. The key heritage attributes of the school include the following exterior elements: high foundation of quany -faced stone set in regular courses; recessed front entrance with a simple pediment portico supported by short wooden columns. double front entrance wooden doors with two panels, upper half glazed. brick corner quoins projecting eaves supported by scroll brackets; hipped roof front and back roof dormers with diamond paned windows transoms over the south, east and west entrance doors with diamond paned windows; S:\HISTORY \INV\Lundy7565 \Statement of Cultural Heritage Value.wpd Corporate Services Department Clerk's Division FROM: Dean Iorfida City Clerk Ext. 4271 RE: Bridge Dedication for Fallen Police Officers RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council '1 Inter - Department Memorandum NiagarajlalIs CANADA TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci DATE: October 19, 2009 & Members of Council The Highway Memorials for Fallen Police Officers Act allows for the naming of bridges and other structures on provincial highways in memory of police officers that have died in the line of duty. The OPP has made a request through the Region for dedication of the Garden City Skyway, the QEW overpass at Niagara Street in St. Catharines and the McLeod Road overpass in Niagara Falls. For the dedication to take place both the upper tier and lower tier municipalities have to agree to the request. The Region has deferred a decision to get input from the affected lower tier municipalities. With regard to the McLeod Road overpass, the proposal would see the overpass dedicated to Constable Michael Gula, who was tragically struck by a motorist on April 2, 1996 while tending to an incident on the QEW near McLeod Road. Similar to the dedications of Highway 420 or the 405, staff sees such a dedication as largely ceremonial. If the McLeod Road overpass is dedicated, it would mean the installation of signage recognizing Constable Gula. Arguably, the overpass would still be commonly referred to as the McLeod Road overpass. Working Together to Serve Our Community Clerks • Finance • Human Resources • Information Systems • Legal • Planning & Development Niagara ' Region 2201 St. David's Road P 0 Box 1042, Thorold ON L2V 417 MAG.FI LB ELtidth '09 0924 i1 905- 685 -1571 905- 687 -4977 Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215 kevin.bain @niagararegion. ca www.niagararegion.ca September 11, 2009 City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street P.O. Box 1023 Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Attention: City Clerk Mr. Dean lorfida Bridge Dedications for Fallen Police Officers McLeod Road Overpass crossing the QEW City of Niagara Falls ICP 45 -2009 Dear Mr. lorfida: Yours truly, Kevin Bai Regional Clerk :kb Office of the Regional Clerk Building Community. Building Lives. CL 12 -2009, September 10, 2009 ICP PWC 11 -2009, September 2, 2009 Report ICP 45 -2009 This is to advise you that the Council of the Regional Municipality of Niagara, at its meeting held on September 10, 2009, passed the following resolution: That Report ICP 45 -2009, September 2, 2009, respecting Bridge Dedications for fallen Police Officers, be received and deferred pending review of the requests by the affected municipalities. I am enclosing, a copy of Report ICP 45 -2009. Please advise me of the position of your respective municipality with respect to this matter. RECOMMENDATIONS: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS NIA PURPOSE NiagaraeS Region ICP 45-2009 September 2, 2009 REPORT TO: Co- Chairs and Members of the Integrated Community Planning and Public Works Committee SUBJECT: Bridge Dedications for Fallen Police Officers 1. That this Committee consider the requests for letters of support from the Niagara Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police for bridge dedications in memory of police officers who died in the line of duty and forward a recommendation to Regional Council for consideration; and, 2.. That this report be shared with the City of St. Catharines, the City of Niagara Falls and The Town of Niagara -on- the -Lake, through the clerks of those respective municipalities, The Ministry of Transportation has a policy for bridge dedications for fallen police officers which requires the written consent of the municipality involved for the placement of bridge dedication signs. Regional Council at its meeting on July 30, 2009 referred the attached communications (Appendix I) regarding bridge dedications for Fallen Police Officers to the Regional Clerk for a report on the protocol for the dedication of roads and bridges. In reviewing this matter, the Regional Clerk determined that the report back on this matter should be submitted through the Integrated Community Planning and Public Works Committee. It is the norm that requests of this nature be dealt with first at the Standing Committee level prior to consideration at Regional Council. The purpose of this report is to provide further background with respect to the requests received from the Niagara Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police for setters of support for bridge dedications for three fallen police officers. 1 REPORT The attached policy (Appendix 11) from the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) outlines the process followed with respect to requests for the dedication of bridges on provincial highways in memory of police officers that have died in the line of duty. Upon approval of requests under this policy, bridge dedication signs are to be installed in all directions of travel.. The policy followed by MTO also requires the written consent from the local municipality and the regional municipality in which the signs are to be installed. There is no regional policy in place to provide guidance on the matters which should be considered when a bridge dedication request is received pursuant to the provisions of the Highway Memorials for Fallen Police Officers Act. Regional Council, could if it so wishes, provide direction for the development of criteria for the consideration of such requests. The requests from the Niagara Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police pertain to the Niagara Street overpass bridge crossing the QEW in the City of St. Catharines, the bridge commonly known as the Garden City Skyway in the City of St. Catharines and the town of Niagara -on- the -Lake and the McLeod Road overpass crossing the QEW in the City of Niagara Falls. Submitted by: Patrick Robson Commissioner Integrated Community Planning Approved by: This report was prepared by Kevin Bain, Regional Clerk. APPENDICES Appendix! 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September 2, 2009 Bridge Dedications for Fallen Police Officers AsposeanaBackgroup d As a gesture of respect, bridge dedications- arsintenrjed to posthumously recognize police offiders that have couragemitily arid unselfishly giti n their lilies hi the bite of duty to preserve our free and peaceful society. In aCedrdanca'with the Highway Merndrrals far Fallen PofcaOfifcers'AeF 2002 ttiis policy allows forte naming of bridges and other struct onprovincial highways in memory of police Officers that have died in tfie line -of duty: Guirleines Sridge dedication signs' are to be installed at provincial highway bridges/structures in.all directions-Olive' (provin and crossroad): Liedicatjon signs will be to addition to any existing signs the gebgrapt feature being vita'sed p e, — name of a river) ertheinleiseding street at an interchange The dedication signs not intended In replace the existing system of bridge Identificatton .This.policy applies to dedications Mr fallen pollee officers, regardless of when the officer Was lulled. 7hie policy does not replace other methirds the Ministry may: haveto name/tdentify bridges. Brjdgeststruatures are :to be selected in The.foliowin preferred order: I Mainline bridges/structures over rivers. or other obstructions 29d Overpeaseislufiderpasses that ere 'not iiiterchanges a Interchange bridges Dthitions 1 . HiohwavMemonafsforFafferrPolicpOrficersAct 2002.— anActaltowingthe Legislative Assembly to name bridges and other structures on Ontario's highways in memory of police officers who have died in the line of chits a Traffic Office; Mlittry o*Transportation ICP 45 -2009 Appendix II September 2, 2009 Page 2of5 Bridge Dedications for Fallen Pollee Officers 2. Memorial Dedications forProvincial Highways and/or Sections of Revisals! Highways Policy- a policy $flowing a dedication of a highway (or section thereof) to_ posthumouslyacknotledge individuals and groii'pS Wha have tdntritiuted to the health, welfare and prosperity of °ntartens,:and tc honour the sacrifice:of those who have lest their Ihies :tervictrig'the people of Ontario or the nation. The term Immediate Family Member" refers to a spouse, shtick stepchild brother, stepbrother, sister, stepsister, mother, stepmother father, stepfather. PfireftS g171 Cillatatiai Offelia Bridges The dedination:of bridges Is reserved far police officers that.have died in theline of duty in accordance with the HfghwavMemoagis for ifehli ofiee Offcers Act 2002 Highways Requests to have a highway, .or section thereof, dedicated Swathe in accordance ante MinistrygfTransportation's MemoriaiDedicafions for ProOnciaf Highways and/or:Sectlons of Prdvinofal Hiohways Policy donot qualify for signs 'under this policy. The preferred .method. of dedicating bridges after falien'polrce officers Is.through the Legislative process as perihe Hlgtiwes Memorials for Fallen Police Officers Act 2002 However, tMS pollotaliowsine Miritsterfoapprovededioatons in situations where thereare tight timelines or the House is not sitting "the policeseMcethe offibersented in (OPP, municipal or other) Will coordinate and provide the following information to the Ministry of Transportation:. • A letter, addressed td the Minister of Transportation, requesting /supporting the dedication including the preferred location (township-or specific site)_ of the bridge to be dedicated; • Wdttep consent immediate family members the deceased officer for !horn the bridge is being dedieated If any immediatefantity member objects (fn writing) to the placement of .a sign, the sign will not be installed., • Written ccnfirmation from'in rnediste family members of the deceased officer of the proper nameto appearori the sign (no nicknames allowed, such as_.lohn "Red "Smith); • AftftoUgh encourages the use of the officer's name gory on the signs, the use of en abbreviated rank ($lit r CO, etc) will be allowed on the sign with the written consent of family members: ` Trance/fire, Minrsfy oftransportetion Page'3 of 5 8 ICP 45 -2009 Appendix 11 September 2, 2009 Q Ontario T Bridge Dedications for Fallen Pollee Officers Ontario • Wr Warr Suppe' tof the bridge do:MC:Atkin froth tile MPP(s) of thelir:W(0 that thetridge Is located in • Written consent frorn the municipality in Which the are:being installed (for placement on Cross roadt); • An elect:Cold Vettion Of the police force 1�40 to be included On the Sign in.Enbapautated Postscript (apt) or Adobe tifustiator ffiD file format In situations where the logo is too complex for tbe Provincial Sign Shop to reproduce, the police force shall provide a colour logo (ireferably an engineering arade reflective sheen:0in a ready-to-apply filmart with a maximum dlinension Pf-SOMrn Minisiry fleadOffica and Regional Staffilll review the.submiselon, Ministry Head Office will prepare Me final sign design and Confine:the final design with the local police agency orthe - Ministry of COnJrnrinify:Sefety and Correctional:Ben:Aces The sign &Nan and assiffilaferi 42 wWb elfirrgerdS.4 14 Deputy WSW ef:Pf9 StandatOsi the Deputy Ministers Offide Mid theri te tilde Mffilatert OffiCalor final approval. *act Irsrfficyfil be rk,:sponeible for maintaining a central registiy of dedications that Wilincludeepproved, denied and bitistandin requests Final approval of:a bridge dedication shall rest with the Ministerof Transportation or his/her designee' and rival* Obtained rift to proceeding with the Implenientatiqn a bridge dedicebon, (Aiderthie Poligyi Only enededication per fallen pofice effitar i permitted. 4 bridse(stivcture WI Multiple dedidatIoles.. -ceremonies recognizingthe dedication of the bridgeare not allOWed within the highway right- of-Way: . Thispoli rvJ� rnb reepthisible for the Organikatien of any offsile teremeriles. provide A:colour mock-up ofthe sigmfor presentation purposes. This mock-up. may be &fared to the farilly as a keepsake Mt -ragt cbraiftlif TrAffib Office, Min istry dr Transporlgon Page tor 5 9 ICP 45-2009 Appendix 11 September 2, 2009 Bridge Dedications for Fallen Police Officers Impienrentaton Sign Design and Instalietian Signs shall conform to the following design: Fees a Ontario 0 ffirer `5 Ndfn Memorial Bridge Pont corinntemoratt - ; Offic Name Memorial Bridge Bridge Dedication Sign Sign Size: BOOmmx240Q mm Retroreffectrve §heeding: Type I Budge Dedication Sign (Bilingual). :Sign .Size: BOOmm is 2400mm Retto efiective Sheeting: Type I Signs mast corifdrm to t e.standard ministry as.shown above. Signs shall include the name of the. police officer being identified in the dedication and .may, upon written request; display their.abbtevfated.tapk (Sgt., .est , etc),. Signs may include A ciesb1oge, but shall not include. commercial messages or slogans, or ether messages cormmercfal In natmre • The bilingual version &the sign must be usedin areas designated under the French Language Services Apt Ahndge dedication tender titls poffoy have etgps installed at the bridge in all directions of travel (pinvftreial highway and. crossroad), in additien to.any other identifying the gebgraphid: feature being crossed (i e river, intersecting:street, etc) The Ministry of Transportation is responsible Stall costs associated wahine manufacturing, ihstailaffonand maintenance ofthe.signs Tragic Office Ministry of Transportation Page 5of5 10 ICP 45 -2009 Appendix 11 September 2, 2009 1 Corporate Services Department Clerk's Division Inter - Department Memorandum Niagara�'alls CANADA TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci & Members of Council FROM: Dean Iorfida City Clerk Ext. 4271 RE: Letter of Support for Celebrate Old Downtown/ Springlicious Attached is a letter from Don Weaver, Chairman of Celebrate Old Downtown (COD) outlining their plans for the annual Springilicous event. COD would like a letter of support that they can use to help secure some Provincial funding for the event. RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council DATE: October 19, 2009 Working Together to Serve Our Community Clerks • Finance • Human Resources • Information Systems • Legal • Planning & Development His Worship Mayor Salci and Members of the City Council City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street P.O. Box 1023 Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Dear Members: Celebrate Old Downtown Community Corporation is starting to plan for our 2010 Springlicious event. We would appreciate your opinion and comments on the following. We are looking at making some changes to the event that we think will increase the appeal to wider demographics. For 2010 we would like to add a multi cultural flavour along the entire street. We are working closely with Mr. Victor Pepin who is very involved in the francophone cultural clubs in the Niagara Region. Mr. Pepin will be a member of the Springlicious committee and will be coordinating the French cultural inputs for Springlicious. We plan on approaching other cultural clubs in the region and assigning them specific sections of the street so they can present their cuisine and entertainment. In discussions with Mr. Pepin we can see a larger portion of Queen Street say from Erie Ave to St. Clair being designated as the French Cultural Area which will include a wine tasting area and an entertainment stage at city hall. Along the rest of Queen Street, we see smaller areas designated for the Latin, Greek, Italian, Serbian and other cultural groups. Each area will be distinct in providing ethnic food and entertainment. We will enlist the aid of the Folk Arts Association in St Catharines to help us work with the local clubs to promote the event to their members over the next few months. We also feel that this approach will open the doors for more sponsors and government grants and draw the public from a wider area. Your support and suggestions are always welcome. Don Weaver Chairman Celebrate Old Downtown 4691 Ontario Ave, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L3E 6S8 Ph 905 356 -5444 www.queenstreetniagarafalls.com XS 109 0929 16 01 September 30, 2009 lof1 • FACS Family and Children's Services Niagara 82 Hannover Drive St. Catharines, ON 7900 Canadian Drive Niagara Falls, ON 654 South Pelham Road Welland, ON Mailing Address: P.O. Box 24028 St. Catharines, ON L2R 7P7 Telephone: 905- 937 -7731 Toll Free: 1- 888 - 937 -7731 Fax: 905 -646 -7085 www.facsniagara. on.ca Email: FACSNiagara info@facsniagara.on.ca October 1s 2009 October is Child Abuse Prevention Month Dear Friends Here in Niagara and in communities across Canada, there are children who face, or are at serious risk for abuse and neglect. Together, we must act to ensure that our community's children are safe and well cared for. Did you know...? ❑ FACS receives more than 5 000 referrals each year ❑ 82% of our calls are concems about a child's safety and well being ❑ Addictions, mental health or domestic violence are present in 75% of our cases ❑ 4 438 families in Niagara receive child protection services Many families struggle with issues such as poverty, poor housing and unemployment. The current economy and job losses put more stress on already vulnerable families, placing more children at risk. The first step in preventing abuse and neglect is awareness. ❑ Know the signs ❑ Report your concerns ❑ Get involved — volunteer, foster, give ❑ Show your support — wear a purple ribbon, button or bracelet Help us prevent abuse, support families and keep kids safe. To learn more : call Family and Children's Services Niagara at (905) 937 - 7731 or visit the following websites: The care and safety of Niagara's children is a responsibility we all share. Thanks for caring! Sincerely Executive Director, FACS Niagara NIRG. FALLS CLERKS ' 091014 09.50 www.facsniabara.on,ca Www.useyotrvolce.ca Mayor Ted Salci The City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen St. P.O Box 1023 Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 6X5 Dear Mayor Salci, 1119G. FAILS CLERKS '09 1014 0959 Thursday October 1 2009 As a concerned citizen of this country and in alliance with worldwide charities (DEBRA organizations and EB Medical Research Foundation), in support of people with the genetic disease Epidemmolysis Bullosa, 1 would like to request that you issue a proclamation declaring October 25-31, 2009 as "International Epidermolysis Bullosa Awareness Week" in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Your proclamation will be declared in conjunction with similar announcements by officials around the globe. Picture for a moment... a young child wrapped in gauze to protect agonizing sores that cover the majority of a small, frail body. imagine that child smiling bravely through tears because it's hard to understand why every day hurts so much. If you can envision an image of this child, you've pictured someone who needs your help— but mom importantly, someone you can help. Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a group of genetic disorders characterized by exceptionally fragile skin and chronic, painful wounds and blisters caused by the slightest trauma, even normal day- to-day activities. The disease affects people of both genders and every ethnicity. As many as 500,000 people (constituents) worldwide suffer from some form of EB. It is often disabling and life- threatening, requiring daily wound care similar to that of severe bum patients. There is no cure, but there is something about the word "incurable" that is contrary to the indomitable nature of people living with EB. In terms of awareness and knowledge, there is an unfortunate gap between what is and what should be. Changing this is vital to the future of EB research and universal patient support. The EB community is determined to lead a movement to fundamentally change its experiences and expectations — to speak with one voice in our relentless quest for effective treatments and a cure for all types of EB. Your proclamation will serve to support the continuing work of EB charities as a critical link in the effective delivery of healthcare to EB patients around the globe. I am one of many global volunteers working in accord to promote October 25-31, 2009 as the first official "International Epidennolysis Bullosa Awareness Week." These efforts will improve the quality of life for people with EB by increasing recognition of this genetic condition among the public, media, government and medical communities. I enclose a sample proclamation detailing the goals of our week. Feel free to consolidate them or generalize. If you agree to participate, I will be happy to work with your staff to issue a press release to local media, and coordinate coverage of a proclamation presentation. I will call your office in a few days to further discuss the proclamation and answer any questions you may have. Thank you in advance for your consideration and approval of our request. Your help will be greatly appreciated by the hundreds of thousands of people worldwide who suffer from EB. Sincerely, Cathy Scott Volunteer, Walk a Mile in My Shoes campaign for International Epidermolysis Bullosa Awareness Week PROCLAMATION WHEREAS International Epidermolysis Bullosa Awareness Week is a global effort dedicated to the promotion of "EB" awareness in countries around the world; and WHEREAS International Epidermolysis Bullosa Awareness Week was founded in 2009 by Gena Brumitt, daughter of Lillian "Pat" Barbrey (deceased), a singularly courageous woman with a severe form of EB who wanted awareness raised so that people with EB would come to realize they are not alone, and to expand EB research toward the creation of effective treatments and a cure; and WHEREAS, EB is a group of debilitating genetic diseases characterized by the presence of extremely fragile skin that results in the development of recurrent, painful blisters and open sores likened to a 3 degree burn and, in more severe forms of the disease, major complications including disabling musculoskeletal deformities, disfiguring scars, internal blistering, malnutrition, dehydration and early mortality risk, and it is known as a rare or "orphan" disease, resulting in a lack of significant research; and WHEREAS the skin is so fragile for individuals with the disease that even minor rubbing and day - to-day activity may cause blistering, including activities such as writing, eating, walking, and even minor chafing from rolling over in bed or the seams and tags on clothing; and WHEREAS approximately 3,000 people in Canada are impacted by this disease, which takes its toll on hundreds of thousands of patients, families and caregivers internationally at a rate of about 1 in 12,000, affecting both genders and occurring in every racial and ethnic group throughout the world; and WHEREAS presently, there is no known cure for EB, most healthcare practitioners are not familiar enough with EB to respond with best practices when interdisciplinary care is critical to address the disorder's multiple aspects, and vital wound care supplies are unavailable in some regions, or may be costly and not covered by health insurance; and WHEREAS International Epidermolysis Bullosa Awareness Week will be celebrated the last week of October annually, to increase understanding, reduce unnecessary deaths, and improve the quality of life for people with EB in our Canadian communities; and WHEREAS our , by and with the advice and consent of important proclamation on , 2009. , is pleased to enact this NOW KNOW YE THAT WE do by these presents proclaim and declare that October 25 -31, 2009, shall be known as In By Command of "International Epidermolysis Bullosa Awareness Week" Ted Salci Hello Ted, rag 1 Ut 1 From: cathy scoff [cathyscott6l ©gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 10:36 AM To: tsalci @niagarafalls.ca Subject: Request for Proclamation Attachments: IEBAW_ proclamation _one_page[1][3].doc; Proclamation_Request_Niagara Falls_Mayor[1][2] [1].doc Please see the attached letter requesting a proclamation from the City of Niagara Falls regarding a rare genetic skin disease known as Epidermolysis Bullosa (or EB). We are currently requesting proclamations from Mayors across Canada, and would greatly appreciate your support. Please feel free to contact me if you any further questions. For your convenience, I have attached a one page proclamation template, or of course, you can feel free to use one that you already have in place. All the best, Cathy Scott Volunteer, Walk A Mile in My Shoes campaign for International Epidermolysis Bullosa Awareness Week 10/6/2009 September 2009 To: Mayors and Reeves, Thank you for your consideration. Yours truly, TERRY DOWNEY (Ms.) Executive Vice- President TD /DM /em Attachment cope343 cc: W. Samuelson, I. Harris, OFL OFL Executive Board and Council OFL Social Services Committee J. Clancy, K. Hawley, NUPGE WAYNE SAMUELSON President IRENE HARRIS Secretary - Treasurer TERRY DOWNEY Executive Vice - President OFL /FTO On behalf of the membership of the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL), we are writing to you to asic that as local elected representatives you endorse November 6, 2009 as a day of recognition for the community social service workers in your community. The 700,000 members of the Ontario Federation of Labour work in all economic sectors and live in communities across Ontario from Kenora to Cornwall and from Moosonee to Windsor. Our members know that community social service workers are essential to building strong communities and making life better for families and individuals. The National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) developed the attached resolution, which calls for November 6, 2009 to be proclaimed Community Social Service Workers Appreciation Day. Please advise us of your participation in this day of recognition, so that we can acicnowledge your community's role in celebrating Community Social Service Workers Appreciation Day across Ontario on November 6, 2009. Such information may be sent to Terry Downey, Executive Vice- President, Ontario Federation of Labour, 15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills, Ontario M3C 1Y8, by fax (416) 441 -1893 or by e -mail at tdowney a,ofl.ca. ONTARIO FEDERATION OF LABOUR (CLC) • FEDERATION DU TRAVAIL DE L'ONTARIO 1 5 Gervais Drive, Suite 202, Toronto, Ontario M3C 1Y8 Telephone: (416) 441 -2731 Fax: (416) 441 -1893 Web http. // www.off tto.on.ca NOVEMBER 6 MUNICIPAL RESOLUTION: DRAFT COMMUNITY SOCIAL SERVICE WORKERS APPRECIATION DAY November 6"', 2009 Community Social Service Workers Appreciation Day Whereas community social service workers are vital to the quality- of life within all Canadian communities; and Whereas community social service workers provide crucial services to families and children; people with disabilities; respite care; people and families dealing with substance abuse; women and their children in transition houses or sexual assault centres; Aboriginal Peoples; as well as services to new Canadians; and Whereas the quality of these services depends Largely on the dedication of trained workers who provide these services; and Whereas the availability of these services helps improve the quality of life for everyone, while making our communities stronger and more stable; and Whereas greater recognition and understanding of the critical role these workers play in our communities are needed to ensure the continued availability and improvement of services; and Whereas awareness and support for these services begin at the Local level; Now therefore be it resolved that this council proclaims November 6 as Community Social Service Workers Appreciation Day. October 6, 2009 City of Niagara Falls Clerks Department CIO Dean Iorfida Since 1954, the Optimist Clubs across North America have recognized the accomplishments of youth in the home, school, church, and the community. Every November, the Optimist Club of Niagara Falls honours the youth of our city for their talents in the Arts, Academics, Athletics or for their contributions to the community through volunteering or involvement. In conjunction with our annual "Youth Appreciation Awards Night" we ask that you issue a proclamation, proclaiming the week of November 15 -21, 2009 as "Youth Appreciation Week" in the City of Niagara Falls. We thank you in advance for this undertaking. Yours in Opt Geoffrey Twocock Secretary o pGARA FA KS 7 7 [AC. FALLS CLERKS '091013 10 OPTIMISTS THE OPTIMIST CLUB OF NIAGARA FALLS P.O. Box 124, 4751 Dorchester Road, Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 6S8 Phone: 905- 358 -0033 Fax: 905- 358 -9661 August 27, 2009 Mayor Ted SaIci - 4310 Queen Street, P.O. 1023 Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Dear Mayor Ted SaIci: Kind Regards, Ive Balins Strategic Objectives 184 Front St. East, 4 Floor Toronto, ON M5A 4N3 ibalins@strategicobjectives.com Q n Fondation canadienne des maladies inflammatoires de I'intestin Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada November 2009 is Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Month for Canada and the Crohn's Colitis Foundation of Canada (CCFC). Officially designated by the federal Minister of Health in 2006, Crohn's and Colitis Month is a call to action to advance public understanding of the urgency of finding a cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, commonly referred to as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) The CCFC Burden of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in Canada Report reveals that the total cost of IBD in Canada was more than $1.8 billion in 2008. This cost included $753 million in direct medical expenses such as hospitalization, surgery and prescription drug therapy and over $1 billion in indirect expenses such as short term work absences, caregiver expenses and productivity losses from premature deaths. Canada has among the highest rates of Crohn's and ulcerative colitis in the world and throughout the month of November, the CCFC will be celebrating the courage of some 200,000 men, women and children living with these two debilitating diseases, hoping to encourage Canadians to help make finding a cure for IBD a priority. Currently, there is no cure, no cause and little public understanding of the pain and chronic suffering that IBD patients cope with on a daily basis. We hope to gain the support of community leaders from coast -to -coast to help educate and encourage Canadian participation during the month of November. We would be most honoured if you, as a leader in the community, would provide a letter of support for the local and national based initiatives and, if possible, continue our efforts to proclaim November as Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Month. Please be sure to visit www.getqutsvmonth.com to learn more about the personal stories and the public events in your community. We thank you in advance for your consideration. We will follow up with your office in the next few weeks. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at (416) 366 -7735 ext. 259. Thank you for your consideration. REPORT TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Clerks SUBJECT: CD- 2009 -14 Delegation of Signing Authority for Non - Monetary Booking Agreements RECOMMENDATION EXECUTIVE SUMMARY BACKGROUND CD- 2009 -14 Niagara,Falls October 19, 2009 That the authority to sign non - monetary booking agreements be delegated to the Divisional Directors. The Mayor and Clerk are the traditional signing authorities for the municipality. Recently, staff has encountered facility agreements when booking information booths at public buildings, such as Niagara Square. Because such agreements do not involve any financial consideration, requiring a Council report and/ or execution by -law seems to be excessive; therefore, it is proposed that Divisional Directors be given the authority to sign non - monetary booking agreements. The Mayor and Clerk are the traditional signing authorities for the municipality. The Mayor and Clerk can only sign, or execute, legal agreements if they have been authorized by Council to do so, either by by -law or an approved Council report that is ratified through the passing of the confirmatory by -law. For the most part, it is appropriate for all agreements to come before Council for approval; however, staff has recently been asked to sign agreements related to their presence at facilities in the community. These agreements can best be described as facility booking agreements that do not involve any direct monetary value and ensure that the municipality has appropriate insurance when renting the facility. Niagara Square, for example, has an agreement it requests outside groups to sign (see an attached sample). The municipality has regularly hosted information booths at the Square for events like Professional Engineering Week and Fire Prevention Week. In addition, the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame event is also held at the mall. Traditionally, such agreements should come before Council to authorize the execution of the agreement by the Mayor and Clerk. Often the booking agreement is an after thought and a formal report to Council is not possible because of timing or would seem like "overkill" in light of the lack of a quantum related to the agreement. To date, either the renter has waived the requirement or staff may have, over the years, inappropriately signed such agreements without the authority to do so. October 19, 2009 - 2 - CD- 2009 -14 ANALYSIS /RATIONALE Section 270 (1)(6) of the Municipal Act 2009 ( "The Act "), as amended, allows a municipality to adopt policies with respect to the delegation of Council's legislative and administrative authority. The purpose of this policy is to set out the scope of the powers and duties which Council may delegate its legislative and administrative authority and to establish principles governing such delegation. In compliance with the Act, Council adopted the attached policy (200.46), which requires staff to bring forward any delegation of authority in a report for Council's consideration. With regard to these booking and licence agreements, it is proposed that they be delegated to the appropriate Director of the division renting the space at the public facility. For example, the Fire Chief would sign the agreement if the Fire Department was using Niagara Square for Fire Prevention Week. Such a delegation should only occur if there is no fee related to the facility rental. The Director will also be responsible for notifying the City's insurer of the proposed event. The rationale for delegating this authority to staff is that the agreements are minor in nature, they do not involve any financial consideration, and allowing staff the signing authority will expedite such agreements. FINANCIAUSTAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS As indicated, the agreements do not involve financial consideration. Legal Services is in agreement with the delegation for these minor matters. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The Corporation should be encouraged to engage in information sessions and booths at public places within the community. Delegating the authority to staff will remove some "red tape" that seems unnecessary. Also, the efficiency of the organization is improved since such agreements will not have to wait until the next scheduled Council meeting for approval. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Sample Booking and Licence Agreement 2. Policy 200.46, Council Delegation of Powe & Duties Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: DI Dean Iodide f or K. E. B rden, Executiv Director, Corporate Services V Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer BETWEEN: BOOKING AND LICENCE AGREEMENT This agreement made the 17th day of September ,2009. RRVP NIAGARA SQUARE RIOCAN PROPERTY SERVICES (hereinafter referred to as the "Licensor ") and Niagara Falls Arts & Culture Committee City of Niagara Falls Beth Angle 905 - 356 -7521 ex 3336 (hereinafter referred to as the "Licensee ") In consideration of the fee, covenants and agreements herein contained, the Licensor and the Licensee agree as follows: The Licensor hereby authorizes the Licensee to use specific areas (the "Premises ") of RRVP Niagara Square (the "Centre ") as indicated on the attached plan, on the date or dates (the 'Term ") and at the times listed for the purpose described, subject to the following: Dates: Saturday October 31st, 2009 9:30 — 5:OOpm Area: Winners Wing, to new entrance Use: Dedication of new Inductees WALL OF FAME (ENTERIOR WALL PETCETRA) Induction ceremony, reception to follow with and including, ARTFEST. Art to be on displayed throughout the mall for the duration of the day along with hands on activities. Niagara Square to provide tables, chairs, podium and hydro. Cost: NC 1. The Licensee will supply all necessary equipment required in order to conduct its business. 2. The Licensee shall conduct its business in accordance with all applicable Government Regulations. 3. The Licensee shall conduct its business on the Premises in a manner acceptable to the Licensor in every aspect and any equipment used will be of a kind and type acceptable to the Licensor. 4. The Licensee shall take out and keep in force during the Term, comprehensive (i) insurance of the type commonly called general public liability, which shall include coverage for personal liability, contractual liability, tenant's legal liability, non - owned automobile liability, bodily injury, death, and property damage, all on an occurrence with respect to the business carried on in or from the Premises and the Licensee's use and occupancy of the Premises and of any other part of the Centre, with coverage for any one occurrence or claim of not less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000). Additional Insured as follows: RRVP NIAGARA SQUARE, RIOCAN REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUST & RIOCAN PROPERTY SERVICES TRUST 5. The Licensee agrees that the Licensor shall not be liable for any bodily injury or death of, or loss or damage to any property belonging to, the Licensee or its employees, invitees or licensees or any other person in, on or about the Centre unless resulting form the actual fault, privity or negligence of the Licensor, and in no event shall the Licensor be liable: for any damage which is caused by steam, water, rain or snow which may leak into, issue or flow from any part of the Centre or from the pipes or plumbing works, including the sprinkler system, therein or from any other place or quarter or for any damage caused by or attributable to the condition or arrangement of sprinkler heads or for any damage caused by anything done or omitted by any tenant or person; (ii) for any act or omission (including theft, malfeasance or negligence) on the part of any agent, contractor or person from time to time employed by it to perform janitor services, security services, supervision or any other work in or about the Premises or the Centre; (iii) for loss or damage, howsoever caused, to merchandise, stock in trade, money, securities, negotiable instruments, papers or other valuables of the Licensee; or (i) (iv) for any interruption of, or interference with, the Licensee's use and occupancy of the Premises which is beyond the reasonable control of the Licensor. 6. The Licensee agrees to indemnify and save harmless the Licensor in respect of: all claims for bodily injury or death, property damage or other loss or damage arising from the conduct of any work by or any act or omission of the Licensee or any agent, employee, contractor, invitee or licensee of the Licensee, and in respect of all costs, expenses and liabilities incurred by the Licensor in connection with or arising out of all such claims, including the expenses of any action or proceeding pertaining thereto; (ii) any loss, cost, expense or damage suffered or incurred by the Licensor arising from any breach by the Licensee of any of its covenants and obligations under this agreement; and (iii) all costs, expenses and reasonable legal fees that may be incurred or paid by the Licensor in enforcing against the Licensee the covenants, agreements and representations of the Licensee set out in this agreement. 7. The Licensee shall not under any circumstances assign this agreement to any other party. 8. It is understood and agreed that no tenancy is created by virtue of this licence agreement and that the Licensor is not responsible for providing anything other than the Premises. 9. The Licensee shall be responsible for the cost of repair of any damage to property caused by reason of its use of the Premises or any other part of the Centre. The Licensee shall not affix anything to the walls or ceilings of the Centre without permission of the Licensor. 10. The Licensor reserves the right to cancel this booking and licence agreement at its sole discretion at any time. IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have executed this Booking and Licence Agreement. RRVP NIAGARA SQUARE RIOCAN PROPERTY SERVICES per: Signature (Licensor) Niagara Falls Arts & Culture Committee City of Niagara Falls per: Signature (Licensee) CORPORATE SERVICES CLERK'S OFFICE DATE AFFECTED December 10, 2007 POLICY Council Delegation of Powers & Duties CD- 2007 -21 Section 200.46 1. In compliance with Section 270 (1)(6) of the Municipal Act 2001 ("The Act "), as amended, a municipality shall adopt policies with respect to the delegation of Council's legislative and administrative authority. The purpose of this policy is to set out the scope of the powers and duties which Council may delegate its legislative and administrative authority and to establish principles governing such delegation. This policy has been developed in accordance with the Act in order to comply with its other applicable sections, including section 270. This policy applies to all committees of Council, departments, divisions and staff. 2. The Council of the City of Niagara Falls, as a duly elected municipal government is directly accountable to its constituents for its legislative decision making, policies, and administrative functions. Council's decisions are generally expressed by by -law or resolution of Council carried by a majority vote. The efficient management of the municipal corporation and the need to respond to issues in a timely fashion require Council to entrust certain powers and duties to committees and staff while concurrently maintaining accountability, which can be effectively accomplished through the delegation of legislative and administrative functions. Council authority will be delegated within the context set out in the Act and will respect the applicable restrictions outlined in the Act. 3. Any delegation of legislative and/or administrative authority preceding the adoption of this policy is presumed to have occurred in compliance with the principles outlined in section 2 of this policy. 4. Any future delegation of legislative and/or administrative authority will occur only after the consideration of a staff report and a full debate by the Council of the City of Niagara Falls. Niagara,FprlIs REPORT TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Finance SUBJECT: F- 2009 -53 Monthly Tax Receivables Report RECOMMENDATION That Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables report for information purposes. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City of Niagara Falls continues to exhibit increased tax receivables due to the slowdown in the economy. Tax receivables as a percentage of taxes billed has increased from 16.0% to 16.3% with $47.9 million in taxes outstanding as of September 30, 2009. Of this, $26.1 million is in arrears and $21.7 million will become due in October. The City's finance staff has had success in resolving 90% of properties subject to registration for 2009. Lastly, forty properties are scheduled for tax sale in the next year, including twenty scheduled for November 4, 2009. BACKGROUND This report is being provided as part of the monthly financial reporting to Council by staff. It is also submitted to our banking institution for compliance with our banking agreement. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE F- 2009 -53 October 19, 2009 The tax collection for 2009 lags behind the collection history in 2008. This is consistent with historical trends in taxation years when the economy has slowed. Table 1 shows that taxes outstanding at September 30, 2009 were $47.9 million with $26.1 million being in arrears and $21.7 million being due on the final installment date in October. This represents an increase from $47.2 million total and $25.2 million in arrears for the same period in 2008. Finance staff continues to actively pursue property owners in arrears. The percentage of taxes outstanding to taxes billed in 2009 was 16.3 % versus 16.0% in 2008. This indicates that although tax receivables have grown, it is relatively the same percentage to tax billed increases. Table 2 provides the breakdown of outstanding taxes - total by assessment class. Consistent with previous months, the majority of outstanding taxes are for residential and commercial properties. At the present time, with final tax billing completed, the ratios of uncollected taxes by property class has remained virtually the same. October 19, 2009 -2 - F- 2009 -53 Finance staff takes specific collection actions for properties that are subject to registration. These action steps have been outlined in previous reports. At January 1, 2009, 264 properties were subject to registration. Table 3 summarizes the progress of these actions after nine months of activity. This table shows 90% of the tax accounts have paid in full or have made payment arrangements. During September, seven accounts were paid in full. Finance staff continues to make every effort to have accounts paid in order to avoid the registration process and the associated costs related to that process. Table 4 identifies the properties and associated tax arrears scheduled for tax sales in the future. During the month of September, three properties were redeemed. The outstanding taxes for registered properties represent 5.2% of the total outstanding taxes at month end. As Table 4 also indicates there is a tax sales date scheduled for November 2009. On November 4, 2009, 20 properties are being sold for tax sale. Advertisements have been placed in the local newspapers and in the Ontario Gazette. Information is also available on the City's website at www.niagarafalls.ca /taxsales and at www.ontariotaxsales.ca. FINANCIAL/STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Tax arrears as a percentage of taxes billed in a year is a performance measure that stakeholders utilize to analyse an organization's financial strengths. Niagara Falls, due to its high reliance on commercial assessment, is traditionally higher compared to municipalities of similar size. The municipality has a record of full collection and earns significant penalty revenues to offset the higher measure. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Table 1 Table 2 Table 3 Table 4 Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: A. Felicetti Taxes Receivable at September 30, 2009 Taxes Receivable by Property Class at September 30, 2009 Number of Properties Subject to Registration Scheduled Tax Sales Dates for Registered Properties Todd Hardison, Dire. or of Financial Services K. E. Burden, Executive Director, Corporate Services Ken To d, Chief Administrative Officer TABLE 1 TABLE 2 Outstanding Taxes • August 31, 2009 Taxes Billed and Due September 30, 2009 Penalty charged in September Taxes Collected during September Outstanding Taxes @ September 30, 2009 $20,540,453 $19,893,559 $242,251 $14,511,611 $26,164,652 Taxes Due October 30, 2009 Total Taxes to be Collected $21,777,234 $47,941,886 Residential Multi- Residential Commercial Industrial Farmlands Total Receivables Taxes Owing $16,183,823 $1,845,409 $27,985,064 $1,899,108 $28,481 $47,941,886 % of Property Class Receivables 33.76% 3.85% 58.37% 3.96% 0.06% 100.00% TABLE 3 TABLE 4 �f�ecluled arr ax > Sales' Date .Properties Subject to Registration as at August 31, 2009 Properties Subject to Registration as at September 30, 2009 Initial Amount Paid in Full Payment Arrangements Ongoing Collection Action Registered 364 92 236 32 4 364 364 99 229 33 3 364 27.2% 62.9% 9.1% 0.8% 100.0% s� •M u2 NLm e r. of Properties r � l'axe s -, µ ° Ousta iding F� Amount November 2009 May 2010 November 2010 Totals 20 18 2 40 $622,502 $1,680,139 $214,689 $2,517,330 F- 2009 -54 Niagara,Falls October 19, 2009 REPORT TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Finance SUBJECT: F- 2009 -54 Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Taxes Under Section 357 and 358 of The Municipal Act, 2001 RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the cancellation, reduction or refund of taxes on the various accounts per the attached summary and granted to the property owners listed. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Property owners are able to seek remedy from property assessments that are not accurate due to errors in preparation of the Assessment Roll or due to changes in specific circumstances. These remedies are available by virtue of s.357 and s.358 of The Municipal Act, 2001. This report is provided to Council periodically during the fiscal year to attain Council approval of the changes afforded under these sections. Adjustments totalling $649,808.28 are being recommended in this report with allocations to be made to City, Regional and School board revenue. The City's allowance for tax write - offs has been budgeted and will be adequate to account for the City's proportionate share of approximately $195,000. BACKGROUND This report is the second report this year in relation to s.357 and s.358 reductions. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE Section 357 and 358 of The Municipal Act, 2001 provides for the cancellation, reduction or refund of taxes for persons who were overcharged by reason of any gross or manifest error in the preparation of the Assessment Roll. Appeals have been received and the applicants have been notified that the respective matters will be considered by City Council this evening. The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation has confirmed that the subject properties were assessed incorrectly in that these properties; had structures that had been demolished or removed, were damaged or razed by fire, have ceased to be liable at the rate it was taxed, became exempt, or a transposition, typographical, or clerical error was made. October 19, 2009 - 2 - F- 2009 -54 FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The 2009 General Purposes Budget provides an allowance for tax write -offs due to assessment appeals. Table 1 provides a listing of all the properties that staff are recommending receive adjustments due to successful appeals. Total adjustments of $647,808 are listed and will be allocated to the Regional government, School boards and City. The City's approximate portion of $195,000 has been accounted for in the 2009 General Purposes Budget. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Table 1 - Application for Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Taxes Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: TH /Iw Todd Harrisdn, Direct . r of Financial Services a r/Wee-A-/ K. E. Burden, Executive Director, Corporate Services Ken Todd Chief Administrative Officer APPLICATION FOR CANCELLATION, REDUCTION OR REFUND OF TAXES (Pursuant to Section 358 and 357 (1) (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), and (g) of the Municipal Act) Municipality CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS Assessment Region NIAGARA I hereby apply for the cancellation, reduction or refund of taxes as set out below and certify that the Regional Assessment Commissioner has verified that the Information contained in this application is in accordance with her /his records. Appl. # 2008 -141 2008 -142 2008 -143 2030888 Ontario Ltd, 4681 Ontario Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3R1 4610 Ontario Ltd, 4681 Ontario Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3R1 393 Queen St Limited, 4625 Ontario Ave, P 0 Box 897, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6V6 393 Queen St, 4625 Ontario Ave, P 0 Box 897, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6V6 Pak, Mija, 4299 Queen St, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 2K9 4410 Queen Street Ltd, 4681 Ontario Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3R1 4424 Queen Street Ltd, 4681 Ontario Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3R1 4436 Queen Street Ltd, 4681 Ontario Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3R1 4554 Queen Street Ltd, 4681 Ontario Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3R1 4681Queen Street Ltd, 4881 Ontario Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3R1 4755 Valley Way Ltd, 4681 Omario Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3R1 Swady, Chasidy, 5012 St Clair Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 377 Swady, Chasidy, 5012 St Clair Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 317 1720679 Ontario Limited, 6700 Fallsview Boulevard, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3W6 1720679 Ontario Limited, 6700 Fallsview Boulevard, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3W6 Hoco Limited, P 0 Box 60, Stn Main, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 658 Hoco Limited, P 0 Box 60, Ski Main, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 658 GL Trading Inc 5450 Kitchener St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 188 Niagara 21st Group Inc, 5950 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3L7 Niagara 21st Group Inc, 5950 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3L7 Welters, Douglas & Erica, 3582 Marlborough Place, Niagara Falls, ON L2J 253 Walters, Douglas & Erica, 3582 Marlborough Place, Niagara Falls, ON L2J 283 Walters, Douglas & Erica, 3582 Marlborough Place, Niagara Falls, ON L2J 283 938002 Ontario Limited, T/A Springdale Condominiums, 7094 York Dr, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6A3 938002 Ontario Limited, T/A Springdale Condominiums, 7094 York Dr, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6A3 Gugliot0, Joseph & Joanne, 7318 Westfield Dr, Niagara Falls, ON L2J 3V6 Guglioth, Joseph & Joanne, 7318 Westfield Dr, Niagara Falls, ON L2J 3V6 Regan, Alan, 5718 Arthur St, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3C1 Regan, Alan, 5718 Arthur SL Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3C1 753049 Ontario Limited, 5252 Kitchener St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 1 B3 753049 Ontario Limited, 5252 Kitchener St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 1 B3 753049 Ontario Limited, 5252 Kitchener St, Niagara Falls, ON L20 1B3 753049 Ontario Limited, 5252 Kdch ner St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 183 Zoric, Zeljko, 5511 Drummond Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 4L2 Zoric, Zeljko, 5511 Drummond Rd, iagara Falls, ON L2G 4L2 Zoric, Zeljko, 5511 Drummond Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 4L2 Nancy J. McIntosh Holdings Corporation, 6289 Fallsview Boulevard, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3V7 Hodgins, Doreen, 6133 Drummond Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 4M3 117829 Canada Inc, 6530 Lundy's Lane, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 1T6 117829 Canada Inc, 6530 Lundy's Lane, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 1T6 117829 Canada Inc, 6530 Lundy's Lane, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 176 Niagara 21st Group Inc, 5950 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3L7 Foss, Ryan, 12 -4336 Kolar Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2H 158 Niagara Falls City, 4310 Queen St, P 0 Box 1023, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Niagara Falls City, 4310 Queen St, P 0 Box 1023, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Niagara Falls City, 4310 Queen St, P 0 Box 1023, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Niagara Falls City, 4310 Queen SL P 0 Box 1023, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Niagara Falls City, 4310 Queen St, P 0 Box 1023, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 2008 2008 2008 -98 2009 -2 2008 -145 2008-146 2008 -147 2008 -148 2009 -3 2008 -149 2008 -150 2008 -101 2009-4 2008 -102 2009 -6 2008 -103 2009 -7 2008 -139 2008 -100 2008 -106 2008-107 2008 -107B 2009 -7 2008 -108 2009.10 2008 -109 2009 -11 2008 -112 2009 -13 2008 -114 2009 -14 2008 -115 2009 -15 2008-111B 2008 -111 2009 -16 2009 -117 2009 -27 2008 -119A 2008 -1198 2008 -119 2009 -20 2008 -152 2009 -28A 2009 -288 2009 -28C 2009 -28D 2009 -28 ame and Address of Applicant axatio Year 2009 4578 Erie Avenue Ltd, 4681 Ontario Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3R1 2008 2008 2009 2008 2008 2008 2008 2009 2008 2008 2008 2009 2008 2009 2008 2009 2008 2008 2008 2008 2007 2008 2009 2008 2009 2008 2009 2008 2009 2008 2009 2007 2008 2009 2008 2008 2006 2007 2008 2009 2008 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Reason for Application Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire , demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Ceased to be liable to be taxed at rate it was taxed Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Ceased to be liable to be taxed at rate it was taxed Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Ceased to be liable to be taxed at rate it was taxed Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Ceased to be liable to be taxed at rate it was taxed Ceased to be liable to be taxed at rate it was taxed Ceased to be liable to be taxed at rate it was taxed Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Damaged by tire, demolition or otherwise Repairs/renovations preventing normal use for a period of 3 months Repairs/renovations preventing normal use for a period of 3 months Repairs/renovations preventing normal use for a period of 3 months Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise Gross or manifest error Gross or manifest error Gross or manifest error Gross or manifest error Repairs /renovations preventing normal use for a period of 3 months Gross or manifest error Became exempt Became exempt Became exempt Became exempt Became exempt Reduction Amount $0.00 $0.00 $ $289.43 5966.07 $0. 50.00 $ 0.00 $0.00 $0.00 50.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 5134,867.87 5132,789.75 534,177.45 5201,942.86 $2,097.22 $0.00 $0.00 5532.52 $258.68 5540.07 $452.40 $921.13 556.17 $610.34 $201.57 50.00 50.00 $820.03 50.00 $614.09 $1,338.29 $1,348.95 51,329.28 59,716.88 $1,457.48 53.71 $46.15 $48.52 $0.00 $3,299.84 $1,199.11 $10,747.58 $10,914.86 $10,976.20 510,869.54 Page 1 Appl. # Name and Address of Applicant axation Year Reason for Application Reduction Amount 2009 -1518 2008 -151 Peglow, Horst & Bob k, Peglow, Horst & Bobyk, Rose, 8345 Stanle Ave, Suite 1, Niae are Falls, ON L2E 6X8 2007 Ceased to be liable to be taxed at ram it was taxed $3,918.29 $3,901.42 Rose, 8345 Stanley Ave, Suite 1, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X8 2008 Ceased to be liable to be taxed at rate it was taxed 2008 -131 Belme, John Jr, 8161 Tnllium Gres, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 7R4 2008 Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise 50.00 2009 -55A Spence- Collee, Joan D M, 7863 Gamer Rd, RR 2, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 655 2006 Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise $10,970.98 2009 -55B Spence- CoIlee, Joan D M, 7863 Gamer Rd, RR 2, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 655 2007 2008 Damaged - $11,241.14 2009 -55C Spence- Coliee, Joan D M, 7863 Gamer Rd, RR 2, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 655 Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise 2009 -55 Spence- CoIlee, Joan D M, 7883 Gamer Rd, RR 2, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 655 2009 Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise 511,169.82 2008 -133 DiCarlo, gino & Ferraluolo, Luigi, c/o 3826 Main St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 652 2008 Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise $130.90 2009-41 DiCado, gino & Ferraiuo o, Luigi, c/o 3826 Main St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 662 2009 Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise 51 2008 -1388 Nitsopoulos, James, 11855 Niagara River Pky, RR 3, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 856 2007 Gross or manifest error $8,146.85 2008 -138 Nitsopoulos, James, 11655 Niagara River Pky, RR 3, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 656 2008 Gross or manifest error $8,205.28 2008-135B 2008 -135 Dyck, Komelious & Gloria, Dyck, Komelious & Gloria, 9508 Ridge Rd, RR 4, Welland, ON L36 5N7 2006 Ceased to be liable to be taxed at rate it was taxed $1,382.27 9508 Ridge Rd, RR 4, Welland, ON L35 5N7 2007 Ceased to be liable to be taxed at rate it was taxed $1,56.22 2008-136 Bisogno, John & Camlela, 11461 Airport Rd, Brampton, ON L6P 0X9 2008 Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise $1 1 g,pp 2009-45 Bisogno, John & Cannela, 11461 Airport Rd, Brampton, ON L6P 0X9 2009 Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise 584.79 2008 -137 Lancaster, Brooks & Welch, c/o Gary Livingstone Black, 80 King St, Suite 800, Box 790, St Catharines, ON L2R 6Z 2008 Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise - 5266.13 2009-53 Lancaster, Brooks & Welch, c/o Gary Livingstone Black, 80 King St, Suite 800, Box 790, St Catharines, ON L2R 6Z 2009 Damaged by fire, demolition or otherwise 5865.17 Total $649,808.28 APPLICATION FOR CANCELLATION, REDUCTION OR REFUND OF TAXES (Pursuant to Section 358 and 357 (1) (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), and (g) of the Municipal Act) Municipality CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS Assessment Region NIAGARA I hereby apply for the cancellation, reduction or refund of taxes as set out below and certify that the Regional Assessment Commissioner has verified that the information contained In this application is in accordance with her/his records. Approved this 19th day of October, 2009 TED SALCI, MAYOR [`Any individual items not approved must be stmck out and initialed.] DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK Page 2 Report No. F-2009-54 Niagara,F'gjIIs REPORT TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Finance SUBJECT: F -2009- 52 Municipal Accounts RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the municipal accounts totalling $9,156,106.17 for the period September 10, 2009 to September 30, 2009. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The accounts have been reviewed by the Director of Financial Services and the by -law authorizing payment is listed on tonight's Council agenda. Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: F- 2009 -52 October 19, 2009 nson. D Todd Ha ./ c, � ector of Financial Services K. E. Burden, Executive Director, Corporate Services Ken Told Chief Administrative Officer CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name 1083246 ONTARIO LIMITED 1515450 ONTARIO INC. 1746951 ONTARIO INC. 984265 ONTARIO LTD aka CIRCLE P PAVING AATEL COMMUNICATIONS INC AFFILIATED CUSTOMS BROKERS LTD AFFILIATED CUSTOMS BROKERS LTD AGRATURF EQUIPMENT SERVICES INC AIR CARE SERVICES AIR CARE SERVICES AIR CARE SERVICES AIR LIQUIDE CANADA INC ALBANESE,LORI ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION ALL PRO RENTALS ALLAN,WAYNE ALLANS MOBILE WASH ALLIED MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS INC ALLIED MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS INC AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION #1582 AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION #1582 AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION #1582 ANGER,JEFFREY ANTONIO,LISA ARCHER TRUCK SERVICES LTD ARMSTRONG ENTERTAINMENT ASHLAND CANADA CORP ASHLAND CANADA CORP BAIN PRINTING LIMITED BANK OF MONTREAL BARCLAY & TODD'S BARRY BRYAN ASSOCIATES (1991) LTD BE -SEEN INC BEAMAN,KEN BELL CANADA BELL CANADA BELL CANADA BELLI,JOHN BENSON,MARY BERRY,JANET BICKLE MAIN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY INC BOB ROBINSON & SON CONSTRUCTION BOBB BARRATT PHOTOGRAPHER BONDFIELD CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED BOONE,GORDON BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF NIAGARA BRAUN,URSULA BRINKS CANADA LTD BRINKS CANADA LTD BRODERICK & PARTNERS IN TRUST BROWNS SEPTIC SERVICE LTD BUCKHORN CANADA INC BUNTIN REID BUNTIN REID CALE SYSTEMS INC CALE SYSTEMS INC CANADA BREAD- ONTARIO #T6249 CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR CANADIAN NATIONAL CANADIAN PAYROLL ASSOCIATION CANADIAN PORTABLE SERVICES CANADIAN SAFETY EQUIPMENT INC CANAVAN,WENDY CANNON HYGIENE CANADA LTD CANTEC SECURITY SERVICES INC CARLETON UNIFORMS INC CARRICK,MARZENNA CARTEL COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS INC CASTONGUAY,DANIEL JEAN Cheque No. Cheque Date Purpose 331757 30- Sep -2009 REFUND -2008 TAX REBATE 331758 30-Sep-2009 REFUND - BUILDING FEES 331413 16- Sep -2009 REFUND - DAMAGE DEPOSIT 331450 16- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES - 2009 -04 ASI 331414 16- Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 331415 16 -Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331759 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331583 23- Sep -2009 EQUIPMENT 331416 16-Sep-2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 331584 23-Sep-2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 331760 30- Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 331585 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331761 30-Sep -2009 REFUND - EMPLOYEE PURCHASE 0! 331410 11- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICESSIDEWALK/C 331417 16- Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 331586 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331762 30-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331419 16- Sep -2009 LEASES AND RENTS 331587 23- Sep -2009 REFUND - EMPLOYEE PURCHASE 0' 331418 16- Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 331588 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331763 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331420 16 -Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 331589 23-Sep-2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 331764 30-Sep-2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 331590 23- Sep -2009 REFUND - EMPLOYEE PURCHASE 0! 331421 16- Sep -2009 REFUND - EMPLOYEE PURCHASE 0! 331422 16-Sep -2009 STORES /INVENTORY 331423 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331591 23 -Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331765 30-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331424 16-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 331593 23- Sep -2009 REFUND 331426 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331594 23- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 331432 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331428 16- Sep -2009 TRAVEUMILEAGE 331429 16 -Sep -2009 UTILITIES 331430 16-Sep-2009 UTILITIES 331768 30-Sep-2009 UTILITIES 331597 23- Sep -2009 REFUND 331769 30- Sep -2009 REFUND - EMPLOYEE PURCHASE Of 331431 16-Sep -2009 REFUND - EMPLOYEE PURCHASE 0! 331770 30-Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331433 16- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331598 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331599 23-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331434 16- Sep -2009 REFUND - SAFETY SHOES 331600 23- Sep -2009 GRANT 331435 16 -Sep -2009 REFUND 331601 23-Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331771 30 -Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331436 16 -Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 331437 16-Sep-2009 MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS 331602 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331438 16- Sep -2009 SUPPLIES 331603 23 -Sep -2009 SUPPLIES 331604 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331772 30-Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331439 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331441 16-Sep-2009 MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS 331605 23- Sep-2009 MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS 331606 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331774 30 -Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 331807 23- Sep -2009 LEASES AND RENTS 331442 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331440 16 -Sep -2009 TRAVEUMILEAGE 331773 30-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331608 23- Sep -2009 SERVICES 331443 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331444 16- Sep -2009 TRAVEUMILEAGE 331610 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331776 30-Sep -2009 REFUND Page 1 of 6 Amount 527.84 5,183.36 750.00 78,688.34 191.54 25 22 93.37 33,332.74 2,000.75 2,29129 705.91 11.56 300.00 67,733.05 9,147.64 5,218.23 480,653.13 531.10 300.00 2,100.00 795.84 315.27 965.79 965.79 965.79 300.00 300.00 798.68 577.50 278.78 287.18 159.23 438.59 61.33 100,933.29 2,139.22 27.50 56.50 11.20 9,757.35 750.00 300.00 300.00 881.40 866.25 1,158.25 2,967,628.66 150.00 16,066.67 242.60 1,518.80 937.62 472.50 504.00 116.15 1,712.38 344.08 2,027.79 915.30 100.90 516.61 2,110.50 3,467.20 273.00 7,377.57 766.61 185.50 264.60 14,475.83 465.11 190.25 5,304.60 5,032.00 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL. ACCOUNTS Vendor Name CENTENNIAL CONCRETE (NIAGARA) INC CENTENNIAL CONCRETE (NIAGARA) INC CENTENNIAL CONCRETE (NIAGARA) INC CENTRE COURT CAFE CENTURY VALLEN CENTURY VALLEN CERI DIAN CANADA LTD CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD CHRISTENSEN,TRACI CIT FINANCIAL LTD CLARK,VNLLIAM CLASSIC ENGRAVING INC. CLAYDON,JEFF COBI CONCRETE SAWING COFFEY GEOTECHNICS INC COGECO CABLE CANADA LP COGECO CABLE CANADA LP COGECO CABLE CANADA LP COLOR YOUR WORLD COLOR YOUR WORLD COMMERCIAL SOLUTIONS INC COMMISSIONAIRES COMMISSIONAIRES COMPLETE UTILITES CONTRACTING INC COMPRESSOR SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL INC CONNEX SEE SERVICE INC - FORMERLY CYGNAL TECHNOLOGIE CORPORATE CONSTRUCTION INC. CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF LONDON CRAWFORD & COMPANY (CANADA) INC CRAWFORD & COMPANY (CANADA) INC CUPE LOCAL 133 CUPE LOCAL 133 CUPE LOCAL 133 CYTEC CANADA INC. D K TECHNICAL SERVICES INC D W CONSULTING DAVID CHEVROLET CORVETTE LTD DAVID CHEVROLET CORVETTE LTD DAVIDSON ENVIRONMENTAL DAVIES,MARK DEEP STEAM DEGRUCHY,FIELSHA LYNN SHELLY DELCAN CORPORATION DELL CANADA INC DENCO ENGINEERING LTD DESSON,MICHAEL DEVRON PIPE SALES DEVRON PIPE SALES DRAFTING CLINIC CANADA LTD DROST,GARY DUERKSEN,ANGELA DUPUIS,ULY E3 LABORATORIES EDKINS,DON ELECTROMEGA LTD ELLIS ENGINEERING INC EMCO CORPORATION EMCO CORPORATION EMCO CORPORATION EMPIRE LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY THE ENBRIDGE ENBRIDGE ENBRIDGE ENGINEERING CONCEPTS NIAGARA ETHERINGTON,DAVE EVERLASTING IMPRESSIONS EVERLASTING IMPRESSIONS EVOLUTION TRUCK & TRAILER SERVICE FALLS ELECTRIC INC FALLS ELECTRIC INC FALLS WHOLESALE LTD FASTENAL CANADA FASTENAL CANADA FASTENAL CANADA Cheque No. 331445 331611 331777 331612 331446 331613 331447 331448 331614 331615 331779 331780 331781 331451 331452 331453 331616 331782 331454 331617 331618 331455 331619 331783 331456 331457 331620 331580 331458 331621 331459 331622 331784 331785 331628 331468 331460 331623 331624 331461 331625 331462 331626 331464 331627 331786 331465 331787 331629 331466 331788 331467 331631 331469 331789 331632 331470 331633 331790 331634 331471 331835 331791 331792 331472 331636 331793 331473 331474 331637 331475 331476 331638 331794 Cheque Date Purpose 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 16- Sep -2009 STORES/INVENTORY 23- Sep -2009 STORES /INVENTORY 16- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 16- Sep -2009 STORES /INVENTORY 23-Sep-2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 23- Sep -2009 LEASES AND RENTS 30- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 30-Sep -2009 SERVICES 30-Sep -2009 TRAVEUMILEAGE 16- Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS 16 -Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 16- Sep -2009 UTILITIES 23- Sep -2009 UTILITIES 30-Sep-2009 UTILITIES 16-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 23 -Sep -2009 MATERIALS 16- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 30- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 16- Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 16-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 23-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 17- Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 16- Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 23-Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 16- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 23- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 30- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 30- Sep -2009 REFUND -2008 TAX REBATE 23-Sep-2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 16-Sep-2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 16-Sep-2009 EQUIPMENT 23- Sep -2009 EQUIPMENT 23-Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 16- Sep -2009 REFUND 23- Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS 16- Sep -2009 REFUND 23- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES - DRUMMON 16-Sep-2009 EQUIPMENT 23-Sep-2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 30- Sep -2009 REFUND - SAFETY SHOES 16 -Sep -2009 MATERIALS 30 -Sep -2009 MATERIALS 23 -Sep -2009 MATERIALS 16- Sep -2009 REFUND - SAFETY SHOES 30- Sep -2009 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 16- Sep -2009 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 23 -Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 16-Sep-2009 REFUND - SAFETY SHOES 30-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 23-Sep -2009 MATERIALS 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 23- Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 16- Sep -2009 UTILITIES 23- Sep -2009 UTILITIES 30-Sep-2009 UTILITIES 30- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 16- Sep -2009 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 23- Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS 30-Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 16 -Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 23- Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 16-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 16-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS Page 2 of 6 Amount 740.72 1,687.10 1,037.91 67.83 3,115.36 474.27 1,644.30 2,180.17 662.50 3,356.10 866.25 152.25 162.50 595.88 2,572.52 142.70 268.70 249.62 112.97 450.89 211.88 12,063.50 20,692.22 1,706.25 556.50 2,943.94 111,555.36 75.00 4,370.00 1,910.00 4,052.15 4,036.02 4,012.31 10,465.93 462.00 225.00 49,351.62 65,802.16 109.20 750.00 3,649.18 36.00 31,792.92 10,392.67 1,050.00 73.26 533.59 966.72 350.30 147.45 255.01 97.00 3,110.25 135.59 741.28 1,923.08 5,033.01 4,269.43 984.46 35,189.59 3,097.72 961.27 139.89 10,790.78 35.50 961.80 1,081.50 202.10 1,293.70 1,109.68 716.39 103.14 2,891.48 709.48 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name FEREN SIGNS & AWNINGS LTD FIRESERVICE MANAGEMENT LTD FIRESERVICE MANAGEMENT LTD FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD FOWLE,ANNA LEONE FRANK COWAN COMPANY LIMITED GALES GAS BARS GALLARDLCHRISTOPHER GALT MACHINE KNIFE & SAW GAULEY,ROBERT (DAN) GEORGE BAILEY GOODLIFE FITNESS CLUBS GRAYBAR ELECTRIC LTD GRAYBAR ELECTRIC LTD GRAYBAR ELECTRIC LTD GREATER NIAGARA GENERAL HOSPITAL EQUIPMENT FUND GREEN,SIMON GREENFIELD GROUP LTD GREENFIELD GROUP LTD GREY ISLAND SYSTEMS INC GROUND AERIAL MAINTENANCE LTD GROUND AERIAL MAINTENANCE LTD GUGLIOTTA,JOE HALCO MOBILE MFG SALES & SERVICE INC NALCO MOBILE MFG SALES & SERVICE INC NALCO MOBILE MFG SALES & SERVICE INC HALF WAY SAND PIT LIMITED HAMILTON,STEPHEN HARRIS TIME INC HARRISON,TODD HAY,JENNIFER LYNNE HENDERSON RECREATION EQUIPMENT LIMITED HENRY,KEN HENSHELL LAW OFFICE PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION HICKS MORLEY HAMILTON STEWART STORIE LLP HILL,DOCTOR JOANNA HILL, MIKE HISTORIC NIAGARA DEVELOPMENT INC HR SYSTEMS STRATEGIES INC IDENTICAM SYSTEMS INDUSTRIAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT CO LTD INNOVATIVE SURFACE SOLUTIONS CANADA J &B JAX COMMERCIAL FITNESS EQUIPMENT REPAIR JOHNSTON,BRAD KAN DU POOLS LTD KAP LITIGATION SERVICES KELLY DIGS LANDSCAPING KERRYT HOWE ENGINEERING LTD KERRY T HOWE ENGINEERING LTD KNOWLTON PASS ELECTRONICS INC KONE INC KONECRANES CANADA INC. KOPEC,WALTER KRAFT CANADA INC KRAWCZYK CONSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE KRAWCZYK CONSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE L CAMPBELL & ASSOCIATES LAKE'S MAINTENANCE LAKE'S MAINTENANCE LANYON,DAVE LE GROUPE SPORTS -INTER PLUS LINCOLN APPLIANCE SERVICE CENTRE INC LUDWG MULLER LUNDY'S LANE PORTFOLIO INC M & L SUPPLY FIRE AND SAFETY M & L SUPPLY FIRE AND SAFETY MACLEOD,ROBERT ARTHUR MAN A MILE MANNELLA,DIAMONDO MANOR CLEANERS MARINE CLEAN LTD MARSILI,MIKE Page 3 of 6 Cheque No. Cheque Date Purpose Amount 331477 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 210.00 331478 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 188,84 331795 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 383.51 331479 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 103.96 331639 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 189.88 331796 30-Sep -2009 REFUND 122.49 331640 23- Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 72,828.41 331480 16- Sep -2009 FUEL 109.50 331481 16 -Sep -2009 REFUND 750.00 331641 23-Sep-2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 176.28 331797 30- Sep -2009 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 91.00 331642 23- Sep -2009 ADVERTISING -NF TOURISM 360.00 331482 16- Sep -2009 REMITTANCE 1,058.40 331483 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 579.39 331643 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 249.06 331798 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 55.07 331799 30- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 32.40 331645 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 150.00 331484 16-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,653.75 331644 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,142.00 331646 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 538.56 331411 11- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 34,606.54 331485 16- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,137.46 331648 23- Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 493.69 331486 16- Sep -2009 LEASES AND RENTS 1,566.46 331649 23 -Sep -2009 LEASES AND RENTS 1,030.40 331800 30-Sep-2009 LEASES AND RENTS 2,312.05 331650 23-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 1,271.97 331487 16- Sep -2009 PETTY CASH REIMBURSEMENT 616.45 331652 23 -Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS 441.00 331488 16-Sep -2009 REFUND - EMPLOYEE PURCHASE 0' 300.00 331489 16- Sep -2009 REFUND 750.00 331490 16- Sep -2009 EQUIPMENT 49,938 331801 30 -Sep -2009 REFUND - SAFETY SHOES 150.00 331802 30-Sep-2009 REFUND -2008 TAX REBATE 5,509.52 331654 23-Sep-2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 15,177.08 331655 23- Sep-2009 REMITTANCE 25.00 331656 23- Sep -2009 REFUND - SAFETY SHOES 150.00 331657 23- Sep -2009 LEASES AND RENTS 3,254.87 331658 23-Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 1,684.30 331659 23-Sep -2009 MATERIALS 788 331491 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 316.38 331492 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 4,334.36 331494 16-Sep-2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 73.50 331493 16- Sep -2009 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 220.50 331660 23- Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 356.40 331495 16- Sep -2009 SERVICES 2,777.90 331661 23-Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 51.45 331682 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 18,405.72 331496 16 -Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 11,250.65 331803 30-Sep-2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 8,393.91 331663 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 5,250.00 331665 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 94.49 331664 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 984.23 331666 23- Sep -2009 REFUND - SERVICE DEPOSIT 750.00 331804 30-Sep -2009 REFUND - 2008 TAX REBATE 5,244.43 331667 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 5,958.75 331805 30- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,730.00 331668 23-Sep-2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 4,181.40 331497 16-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,240.20 331806 30- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,399.82 331498 16- Sep -2009 REFUND - DAMAGE DEPOSIT 750.00 331807 30- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 303.86 331809 30- Sep -2009 SERVICES 64.41 331670 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 224 331810 30 -Sep -2009 REFUND - 2008 TAX REBATE 12,183.21 331511 16-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 3,023.29 331818 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 2,637.19 331811 30- Sep -2009 REFUND - DAMAGE DEPOSIT 750.00 331500 16- Sep -2009 REMITTANCE 235.00 331812 30-Sep -2009 REFUND - DAMAGE DEPOSIT 750.00 331671 23-Sep -2009 SERVICES 35.02 331501 16- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 5,256.13 331502 16- Sep -2009 REFUND - SAFETY SHOES 150.00 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name Cheque No. MATTHEWS CAMERON HEYWOOD KERRY T HOWE SURVEYING 331503 MATTHEWS CAMERON HEYWOOD KERRY T HOWE SURVEYING 331672 MCLEOD & SAVOIE AUTO AND TRUCK SERVICE LTD 331673 MCQUAY,JANET 331504 ME OLSEN TITLES INC 331505 METRO PLUMBING & HEATING 331675 MHPM PROJECT MANAGERS INC 331676 MICHELLE MACINTOSH COACHING 331813 MINISTER OF FINANCE 331507 MINISTER OF FINANCE 331816 MINISTER OF FINANCE 331817 MINISTER OF FINANCE PAYMENT PROCESSING CENTRE 331508 MINISTER OF FINANCE - WELLAND SMALL CLAIMS COURT 331570 MINISTER OF FINANCE - WELLAND SMALL CLAIMS COURT 331748 MINISTER OF FINANCE - WELLAND SMALL CLAIMS COURT 331869 MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION 331509 MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL 331506 MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL 331678 MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL 331815 MISTER CHEMICAL LTD. 331510 MODERN LANDFILL INC 331512 MODERN LANDFILL INC 331819 MONTGOMERY,MOE& MONTGOMERY, MIKE 331679 MOORE,ALLAN& MOORE, FAYE 331513 MORRISSEY,DENYSE 331514 MOYER,VINCE 331680 MY COUNTRY DELICATESSEN 331515 NIAGARA BATTERY & TIRE 331517 NIAGARA BLOCK INC 331820 NIAGARA CHAIR A VAN 331682 NIAGARA COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS 331519 NIAGARA CONVENTION CIVIC CENTRE 331756 NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC 331521 NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC 331522 NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC 331822 NIAGARA FALLS ART GALLERY 331683 NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIETY 331520 NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIETY 331684 NIAGARA FALLS LIONS CLUB 331821 NIAGARA FALLS SERTOMA CLUB 331823 NIAGARA FALLS TOURISM 331685 NIAGARA OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES 331686 NIAGARA ON THE LAKE HYDRO INC 331824 NIAGARA PENINSULA CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 331523 NIAGARA PENINSULA CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 331825 NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC 331524 NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC 331525 NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC 331687 NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC 331888 NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC 331826 NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC 331827 NIAGARA REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE 331526 NIAGARA REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE 331689 NIAGARA SYMPHONY ASSOC 331527 NIAGARA THIS WEEK 331690 NIAGARA.COM 331518 OACETT 331691 OCE- CANADA INC 331528 ONTARIO ENVIRONMENTAL & SAFETY NETWORK LTD 331692 OPTIMIST CLUB 331529 ORESKOVICH,JOSEPH 331530 PAREKH,SHAUKAT 331531 PATRICIA V DECKER 331532 PEC ROOF MAINTENANCE 331693 PELHAM MOTORS & GENERATORS INC. 331694 PENINSULA ABSTRACT INC 331534 PENINSULA PEST CONTROL LTD 331533 PENINSULA PEST CONTROL LTD 331696 PENINSULA PURE WATER 331695 PEREIRA,ARNOLD L. 331535 PERFORMANCE CHRYSLER 331828 PHOENIX FOUNDRY PTY LTD 331536 PIETRANGELO, NICK 331829 PINEWOOD HOMES (NIAGARA) LTD 331537 Cheque Date Purpose 16 -Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 23- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 23- Sep -2009 LEASES AND RENTS 16- Sep -2009 REFUND - EMPLOYEE PURCHASE 16 -Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 23- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 30- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 16- Sep -2009 PST REMITTANCE 30 -Sep -2009 PST REMITTANCE 30-Sep-2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 16-Sep-2009 REMITTANCE 18 -Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 23- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 30- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 16-Sep -2009 REMITTANCE 16- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 23- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 30 -Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 16-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 16-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 30-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 16- Sep -2009 REFUND - CEMETERY PLOT SELL-13f 16-Sep -2009 TRAVEUMILEAGE 23- Sep -2009 REFUND - SAFETY SHOES 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 16 -Sep -2009 SERVICES 30-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 23-Sep-2009 GRANT 16- Sep -2009 ADVERTISING 30 -Sep -2009 REMITTANCE 16- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 16- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 30- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 23- Sep -2009 GRANT 16- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 23-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 30-Sep-2009 REMITTANCE 30- Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 23- Sep -2009 GRANT 23- Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 30-Sep -2009 UTILITIES 16- Sep -2009 APPLICATION FEE 30- Sep -2009 APPLICATION FEE 16- Sep -2009 UTILITIES 16-Sep-2009 UTILITIES 23-Sep-2009 UTILITIES 23 -Sep -2009 UTILITIES 30- Sep -2009 UTILITIES 30- Sep -2009 UTILITIES 16- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 16- Sep -2009 ADVERTISING 23- Sep -2009 ADVERTISING 16- Sep -2009 SERVICES 23-Sep-2009 REMITTANCE 16 -Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 16- Sep -2009 REIMBURSEMENT 16-Sep -2009 REFUND - DAMAGE DEPOSIT 16-Sep -2009 REFUND - PARKING INFRACTION 16- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 23-Sep-2009 SERVICES 16- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 16 -Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 16-Sep -2009 REFUND - PARKING INFRACTION 30- Sep -2009 EQUIPMENT 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 30-Sep-2009 TRAVEUMILEAGE 16-Sep-2009 REFUND - OVERPAYMENT Page 4 of 6 Amount 1,365.28 3,233.09 706.25 300.00 52.50 626.96 11,650.36 840.00 9,325.46 3,486.35 56,341.26 288.19 100.00 100.00 100.00 11,772.75 1,723.13 679.38 1,798.60 537.20 346.15 406.18 377.56 970.00 63.00 139.26 54.07 583.08 179.68 34,369.00 646.20 150,000.00 5,988.95 6,520.18 6,622.86 1,416.67 835.00 37,711.83 72.00 160.00 30,000.00 629.25 73.76 1,325.00 1,325.00 11,730.97 4,544.50 6,084.45 5,871.70 10,355.27 154,812.89 35.00 35.00 309.75 719.25 59.80 204.52 2,114.43 3,848.25 4,267.42 750.00 41.00 262.50 732.36 1,370.18 112.26 252.00 189.00 430.00 40.00 90,648.60 233.08 70.98 397.85 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name PIPEFLO CONTRACTING CORPORATION PIPEFLO CONTRACTING CORPORATION PKF CONSULTING PLAYPOWER LT CANADA INC T44069C PORTAGE BAKERY LIMITED POST FOODS CANADA CORP POSTERARO, ELENA PRAXAIR PRAXAIR PROJECT SHARE PROTEL ALARM & SIGNAL PROVINCIAL CONSTRUCTION (NIAGARA FALLS) LTD PSECO INC PUROLATOR COURIER PUROLATOR COURIER PUROLATOR COURIER R AND R ASSOCIATES INC. R V ANDERSON ASSOCIATES LIMITED R W HAMILTON LTD RACO AUTO SUPPLY LTD RACO AUTO SUPPLY LTD RAIMONDO & ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS INC RANKIN CONSTRUCTION INC RBC LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY REALTAX INC RECEIVER GENERAL RECEIVER GENERAL REGIONAL APPRAISALS INC. REGIONAL APPRAISALS INC. REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA INTEGRATED COMMUNIT REGIONAL NIAGARA. FIRE BUFFS REMPEL MASONRY RESTORATION INC RESEARCH IN MOTION LIMITED RESQTECH SYSTEMS INC RHODEN,RICARDO RICHARDSON,MARK RICHARDSON,MARK ROBERTS,WAYNE ROGERS WIRELESS INC RYAN ULC SAFETY TODAY SAFETY TODAY SAINT GOBAIN CERAMIC MATERIALS CANADA INC SALCI,TED SALCI,TED SCOTIABANK BILL PAYMENT SERVICES SCOTIABANK VISA PURCHASE CARDS SERVICEMASTER CLEAN OF NIAGARA SERVICEMASTER CLEAN OF NIAGARA SHEEHAN ARBITRATION MEDIATION SERVICES SHERRARD KUZZ SHRED IT KITCHENER SIDEWALKS PLUS SIGNATURE SIGNS SIGNATURE SIGNS SIMPLISTIC LINES INC SIX CARD SOLUTIONS USA CORP B9257 SMITH LEE ST CATHARINES PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOCIATION ST CATHARINES TRANSIT COMMISSION ST JOHN AMBULANCE ST JOHN AMBULANCE ST ONGE,BILL STICCA,JAMES STITCH IT STOKES INTERNATIONAL STORAGE NIAGARA STOUT DISPUTE RESOLUTION INC. Cheque No. Cheque Date Purpose 331538 16- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES - 2005 -16 INS 331697 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331830 30-Sep-2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 331539 16-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 331540 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331831 30- Sep -2009 REFUND - 2008 TAX REBATE 331698 23- Sep -2009 REFUND - TAX 331699 23-Sep -2009 LEASES AND RENTS 331832 30-Sep -2009 LEASES AND RENTS 331700 23- Sep -2009 GRANT 331701 23- Sep -2009 SERVICES 331833 30-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES - FOURTH A\ 331834 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331541 16 -Sep -2009 COURIER 331702 23- Sep -2009 COURIER 331835 30- Sep-2009 COURIER 331836 30-Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 331548 16- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 331549 16 -Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331542 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331703 23-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 331704 23-Sep-2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 331837 30-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES - 2008 -03 ASI 331838 30- Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 331705 23- Sep -2009 REMITTANCE 331543 16- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 331706 23- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 331545 16- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 331841 30- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 331544 16-Sep-2009 MATERIALS/SERVICES 331707 23-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 331755 24 -Sep -2009 APPLICATION FEE 331839 30- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331840 30-Sep -2009 REVIEW BY LAW AMENDMENT WIRE 30-Sep -2009 AUG WATER/APR-JUNE LEACH CR 331709 23- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 331708 23 -Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331842 30-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331710 23-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331711 23-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 331546 16 -Sep -2009 TRAVEUMILEAGE 331712 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS - TRILLIUM AWARDS 331843 30-Sep -2009 TRAVEUMILEAGE 331547 16- Sep -2009 REFUND - SERVICE DEPOSIT 331713 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331714 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331550 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331715 23-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 331844 30- Sep -2009 REFUND - 2008 TAX REBATE 331581 17- Sep -2009 TRAVEUMILEAGE 331716 23- Sep -2009 TRAVEUMILEAGE 331552 16-Sep -2009 REFUND - TAX 331778 30- Sep-2009 MATERIALS 331717 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331845 30- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331718 23- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 331719 23-Sep-2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 331720 23- Sep -2009 SERVICES 331846 30- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331553 16- Sep -2009 SERVICES 331847 30-Sep -2009 SERVICES 331848 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331721 23 -Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331554 16-Sep-2009 PETTY CASH 331849 30-Sep-2009 GRANT 331723 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331724 23- Sep -2009 GRANT 331852 30- Sep -2009 GRANT 331853 30- Sep -2009 REFUND - EMPLOYEE PURCHASE 0' 331850 30- Sep -2009 TRAVEUMILEAGE 331851 30- Sep -2009 SERVICES 331725 23-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 331726 23-Sep-2009 LEASES AND RENTS 331727 23- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES Page 5 of 6 Amount 22,970.77 2,625.00 5,250.00 516.41 500.00 2,526.53 160.09 83.53 68.61 26,175.00 582.75 76,654.47 102.02 33.26 61.32 33.83 7,830.90 12,358.77 179.47 183.75 563.83 3,019.80 5,250.00 1,414.14 3,543.75 298,464.81 90,473.62 6,510.00 2,940.00 15,258.84 20,043.01 1,100.00 144.00 500.00 1,911,306.67 2,700.00 128.37 12,075.00 3,425.03 284.20 325.00 175.87 50.00 750.00 2,826.27 28,171.15 1,295.25 388.90 3,661.23 1,116.74 1,155.00 121.46 186,025.12 593.25 745.50 948.00 7,394.51 71.66 23,517.46 67.80 615.85 1,477.01 271.40 245.99 282.50 14,125.00 2,616.67 50.00 300.00 147.00 16.89 276.29 192.10 1,618.72 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name SULLIVAN MAHONEY SUN LIFE OF CANADA SUN LIFE OF CANADA SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS INC SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS INC SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS INC SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS INC SZYWAGE,NICOLE T & M EXCAVATING TALK WIRELESS INC TALK WIRELESS INC TANNER,STANLEY TD CANADA TRUST 5172 TELUS INTEGRATED COMMUNICATIONS TELUS MOBILITY TELUS MOBILITY TELUS NATIONAL SYSTEMS INC THE GREENFIELD GROUP LTD THE PEPSI BOTTLING GROUP THE PRINTING HOUSE LTD THE PRINTING HOUSE LTD THE REVIEW THE REVIEW THISTLEWAITE YARDWORKS THISTLEWAITE YARDWORKS TIM HORTONS STORE #30 TOROMONT TOUCHSTONE SITE CONTRACTORS TRANSAXLE PARTS (HAMILTON) INC. TRANSAXLE PARTS (HAMILTON) INC. TRAVELLING BILLIARD MECHANICS TRENDLE,B. TURF CARE PRODUCTS CANADA LIMITED TURF CARE PRODUCTS CANADA LIMITED TWARDAWSKY,NICK UNIQUE TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT INC. UNITED WAY URBAN & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INC UTILITY STRUCTURES INC V GIBBONS CONTRACTING LTD VADIM COMPUTER MANAGEMENT GROUP LTD VALUE MUFFLER & BRAKE CENTRE VANOC VIC VATRT CONTRACTING LTD WALK ON DUST CONTROL WALKER AGGREGATES INC WALKER AGGREGATES INC WALKER AGGREGATES INC WESTBURNEJRUDDY WESTERN NEW YORK STRESS REDUCTION PROGRAM WHITE,DAVID WILCOX,TROY WILKINSON,SCOTT WILLETT,WAYNE WINGER,TERRI WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS WITNEY,SAMUEL, R. WOMEN'S PLACE OF SOUTH NIAGARA INC WSIB WSIB WSIB WSIB WSIB WYLIE,BRENDA XEROX CANADA LTD YELLOW PAGES GROUP YMCA YMCA YOUNG SOD FARMS LTD YWCA ST CATHARINES Cheque No. Cheque Date Purpose 331854 30- Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 331556 16- Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 331856 30-Sep-2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 331555 16- Sep -2009 FUEL 331728 23- Sep -2009 FUEL 331729 23- Sep -2009 FUEL 331855 30- Sep -2009 FUEL 331731 23-Sep -2009 REFUND - DAMAGE DEPOSIT 331857 30-Sep -2009 SERVICES 331733 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331858 30- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331859 30-Sep-2009 REFUND - TAX OVERPAYMENT 331734 23-Sep-2009 REFUND - TAX OVERPAYMENT 331557 16- Sep-2009 SERVICES 331558 16- Sep -2009 SERVICES 331735 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331559 16- Sep -2009 SERVICES 331860 30- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331560 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331736 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331861 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331561 ISSep -2009 ADVERTISING 331882 30-Sep-2009 ADVERTISING 331737 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331863 30 -Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331864 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331562 16- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331738 23-Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES - LANDSCAPI 331563 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331739 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331564 16-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 331740 23-Sep-2009 REMITTANCE 331565 16-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 331741 23- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331566 16-Sep-2009 TRAVEUMILEAGE 331742 23-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331865 30- Sep -2009 PAYROLL. REMITTANCE 331866 30-Sep -2009 CONSULTING SERVICES 331887 30-Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331745 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES - 2009 - 166 -06 331743 23- Sep -2009 SERVICES 331567 16-Sep-2009 SERVICES 331744 23-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 331746 23-Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES - 2008 -194 -07 331569 16- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331568 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331747 23-Sep-2009 MATERIALS 331868 30- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331571 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS US DRAFT 29- Sep -2009 TRAINING 331870 30- Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 331871 30- Sep -2009 REFUND - DAMAGE DEPOSIT 331573 16-Sep-2009 REFUND - SAFETY SHOES 331574 16-Sep-2009 REFUND - SAFETY SHOES 331872 30- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331412 11- Sep -2009 GRANT 331575 16- Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331749 23 -Sep -2009 GRANT 331576 16 -Sep -2009 REFUND - PARKING INFRACTION 331750 23- Sep -2009 GRANT 331577 16- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 331751 23- Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 331873 30 -Sep -2009 ADMINISTRATIVE 331874 30- Sep -2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 331875 30-Sep-2009 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 331578 16- Sep -2009 PETTY CASH 331876 30- Sep-2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331752 23- Sep -2009 ADVERTISING 331579 16- Sep -2009 UTILITIES 331753 23- Sep -2009 CONTRACT SERVICES 331878 30-Sep -2009 MATERIALS 331754 23- Sep -2009 GRANT Page 6 of 6 Amount 1,929.88 2,081.50 286,143.24 43,326.86 1,486.58 20,853.65 21,536.75 750.00 315.00 600.58 3,704.14 275.61 564.99 2,275.25 10,522.17 316.39 4,961.78 1,063.13 581.49 135.60 508.50 7,826.55 198.37 359.84 603.75 54.29 174.54 105,278.76 121.01 77.84 1,977.50 45.00 218.88 75.33 70.50 3,633.00 1,114.00 27,191.88 13,234.56 344,110.86 6,723.50 939.68 367.45 5,250.00 203.56 820.21 3,641.63 3,626.90 670.21 100.00 120.00 750.00 150.00 139.26 65.00 28,500.00 4,404.74 28,500.00 38.00 1,791.87 570.20 6,410.21 28,208.03 103.03 572.12 721.41 915.93 49.30 513.77 15,800.00 777.44 4,730.25 Total 9,156,106.17 Niagara,Falls October 19, 2009 REPORT TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Legal Services SUBJECT: L- 2009 -30 Release of Agreement 6777 Morrison Street Our File No. 2009 -107 RECOMMENDATION L- 2009 -30 That Council authorize the release of an Agreement dated October 16, 1967, and made between Gorge Construction Company Limited (the "Owner ") and The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls (the "City "), over the lands municipally known as 6777 Morrison Street (the "Subject Lands "), as shown hatched on Appendix "1 ". EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Upon circulation of the request to release the above - mentioned Agreement to various City departments, Staff confirms that the Agreement is no longer required and may be released from the title of the Subject Lands, at no cost to the City. BACKGROUND In 1967 the City entered into a Site Plan Agreement with the then owner of the Subject Lands. The Subject Lands are currently the Zellers Plaza. The Agreement provides that the covenants contained therein bind the Subject Lands for a period of twenty years from the date of the Agreement, being October 16, 1967. As the twenty -year period has long since expired, the covenants contained in the Agreement are no longer in force. The City has received a request from Barbara C. Schechter of Fogler, Robinoff LLP, the solicitor for the present owner, RioCan Holdings Inc., seeking release of the Agreement from the title to the Subject Lands. LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Should the release of the Agreement be approved, the City will be required to execute an Application (General) together with any other documentation necessary for the purpose of removing the Agreement from the title of the Subject Lands. October 19, 2009 - 2 - L- 2009 -30 LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Appendix "1" - Map of the Subject Lands. List of individuals within the City who have been contacted with respect to the proposed release of the Agreement. Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: K. Beaman Attachments Ken Beaman, City Solicitor /rande K. E. Burden, Executive Director, Corporate Services Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer APPENDIX " 1! Location Map Subject Land LIST OF INDIVIDUALS CONTACTED WITHIN THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS 1. Geoff Holman Director of Municipal Works 2. Alex Herlovitch Director of Planning & Development 3. Denyse Morrissey Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture 4. John Castrilli Director of Building Services 5. Chief Lee Smith Fire Chief, Fire Services - Administration 6. Karl Dren Director of Transportation Services NiagaraJalls October 19, 2009 CANADA REPORT TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Legal Services SUBJECT: L- 2009 -31 Sainovich Realty Limited and the City Encroachment Agreement Murray Street Retaining Wall and Sidewalk Our File No. 2007 -46 RECOMMENDATION 1. That the City enter into an Encroachment Agreement with Sainovich Realty Limited, the owner of the lands upon which the Skylon Tower is located (the "subject lands "), with respect to certain improvements constructed by the City upon said subject lands, and 2. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute such Encroachment Agreement. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY L- 2009 -31 The retaining wall and sidewalk on the north side of Murray Street are located partially on neighbouring privately owned lands. The proposed Agreement would formalize the owner's permission to the location of the retaining wall and sidewalk. BACKGROUND In 2003, the City constructed certain works including a retaining wall and sidewalk which were intended to be located within the Murray Street road allowance. During the course of construction, it was determined that the appearance and functionality of the works would be improved if the retaining walls were set back farther from the traveled portion of the roadway than as was originally proposed. Permission for the placement of these encroachments was obtained from persons who Staff understood to be representatives of the owners of the neighbouring lands. In the case of the north side of Murray Street, it turned out that the person who purported to be a representative of the owner was, in fact, the representative of a tenant of the owner. (The lands in question are owned by Sainovich Realty Limited -the Gruyich family- and are subject to a 99 year Lease in favour of 656508 Ontario Limited - the Yerich family.) The owner has no objection to the arrangement and the purpose of this Agreement is to formalize the permission of the owner to the location of the retaining wall and sidewalk. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE An argument could be made that given the terms of the Lease, the permission of the owner October 19, 2009 is not required. However, Staff sees no reason to make such an argument and recommends that Council execute this Agreement to acknowledge the owner's residual interest in the subject lands. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Photograph of retaining wall. Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: KB Attachment - 2 - L- 2009 -31 Ken Beaman, City Solicitor K. E. Burden, Executive Director, Corporate Services Ke Todd, Chief Administrative Officer m • z&a»» ; &ew \ /2 .. • aza k , i , avz %« \ ©» G §r2 J\ / \ \ ƒ / 3\ ' Niagara,Falls October 19, 2009 REPORT TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Legal Services SUBJECT: L- 2009 -46 Release of Agreement 6521 and 6563 Drummond Road Our File No. 2009 -136 RECOMMENDATION That Council authorize the release of an Agreement dated August 30, 1965, and made between A. Franklin Limited (the "Owner") and The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls (the "City "), over the lands municipally known as 6521 and 6563 Drummond Road (the "Subject Lands "), as shown hatched on Appendix "1". EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Upon circulation of the request to release the above - mentioned Agreement to various City departments, Staff confirms that the Agreement is no longer required and may be released from the title of the Subject Lands, at no cost to the City. BACKGROUND L- 2009 -46 In 1965 the City entered into a Development Agreement with the Owner. The terms of the subject Agreement were completed many years ago. The City has received a request from H. Sterling Wood of Blackadder Marion Wood LLP, the solicitor for the present owner, Quentario Holdings Limited, seeking release of the Agreement from the title to the Subject Lands. LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Should the release of the Agreement be approved, the City will be required to execute an Application (General) together with any other documentation necessary for the purpose of removing the Agreement from the title of the Subject Lands. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS ■ Appendix "1" - Map of the Subject Lands. October 19, 2009 - 2 - L- 2009 -46 List of individuals within the City who have been contacted with respect to the proposed release of the Agreement. Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: K. Beaman Attachments Ken Beaman, City Solicitor K. E. Burden, Executive Director, Corporate Services Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Subject Land a APPENDIX " fl Location Map LIST OF INDIVIDUALS CONTACTED WITHIN THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS 1. Geoff Holman Director of Municipal Works 2. Alex Herlovitch Director of Planning & Development 3. Denyse Morrissey Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture 4. John Castrilli Director of Building Services 5. Chief Lee Smith Fire Chief, Fire Services - Administration 6. Karl Dren Director of Transportation Services L- 2009 -50 Niagara,Falls October 19, 2009 NA nn REPORT TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Legal Services SUBJECT: L- 2009 -50 The Bethlehem Not - For - Profit Housing Projects of Niagara Execution of Acknowledgment 6185 Kalar Road, Niagara Falls Our File No. 2008 -242 RECOMMENDATION 1. That Council authorize the execution of an Acknowledgment to Ontario Infrastructure Projects Corporation. 2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute such Acknowledgment. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The execution of this document by the City is required for The Bethlehem Not - For - Profit Housing Projects of Niagara to receive the funding for their project. (The project is a three storey 40 unit apartment building aimed at lower income individuals and families.) BACKGROUND The Bethlehem Not - For - Profit Housing Projects of Niagara is the registered owner of the lands municipally known as 6185 Kalar Road, Niagara Falls, Ontario (the "subject lands "). The City entered into a Site Plan Agreement, dated October 17, 2008, with The Bethlehem Not - For - Profit Housing Projects of Niagara, which Agreement was registered on the title to the subject lands on January 13, 2009, as Instrument Number SN233945. The Bethlehem Not - For - Profit Housing Projects of Niagara is receiving funding from Ontario Infrastructure Projects Corporation. Ontario Infrastructure Projects Corporation wants to secure its position by having every party that has an interest in 6185 Kalar Road execute the subject Acknowledgement. The purpose of the document is to enable Ontario Infrastructure Projects Corporation to "step into the shoes" of The Bethlehem Not - For - Profit Housing Projects of Niagara to finish the project should The Bethlehem Not - For - Profit Housing Projects of Niagara be unable to do so. The Acknowledgement is a reasonable way for Ontario Infrastructure Projects Corporation to protect its interests and that of the project, in the unlikely event that The Bethlehem Not - For- Profit Housing Projects of Niagara is unable to complete the project themselves. October 19, 2009 - 2 - L- 2009 -50 ANALYSIS /RATIONALE This Acknowledgement will not prejudice the interests of the City. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Acknowledgment Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: K. Beaman Attachm ent Ken Beaman, City Solicitor K. E. Burden, Executive Director, Corporate Services Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO: ONTARIO INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS CORPORATION 777 Bay Street, 9' Floor, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2C8 WHEREAS, pursuant to the terms of a financing agreement in the loan amount of $3,587,821.00, dated as of September 23, 2009, (as amended and as may be further amended, modified or supplemented from time to time and hereinafter referred to as the "Financing Agreement ") between The Bethlehem Not - For - Profit Housing Projects Of Niagara (the "Borrower ") and the Ontario Infrastructure Projects Corporation ( "Lender "), the Lender has established credit facilities in favour of the Borrower for the construction of a 3- storey apartment project containing 40 apaihnent units and ancillary amenities (the "Project "); AND WHEREAS, as additional security for payment and performance of the obligations owing under the Financing Agreement, the Borrower, pursuant to the terms of an Assignment of Construction Rights Agreement between the Borrower and the Lender dated and effective the September 23, 2009 ( "Assignment of Construction Rights Agreement "), has, among other things, agreed to assign, transfer and set over to and in favour of the Lender by way of specific assignment all right, title and interest in certain construction rights related to the Project to the Lender; NOW THEREFORE the undersigned acknowledges receipt of notice in writing of the Assignment of Construction Rights Agreement and acknowledges and agrees that the contract that it has entered into with the Borrower, or any related party of the Borrower, as more particularly described in Schedule "A" hereto, is now assigned to the Lender pursuant to the terms of the Assignment of Construction Rights Agreement. Dated and effective this 23` day of September, 2009. CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By: Name: Title: By: Name: Title: I/We have authority to bind the Corporation Schedule "A" [INSERT COPY OF BUILDING PERMIT THAT IS BEING ASSIGNED TO ONTARIO INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS CORPORATION] BACKGROUND REPORT TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works - Fleet Services SUBJECT: MW- 2009 -77 New Equipment Purchases RECOMMENDATION EXECUTIVE SUMMARY MW- 2009 -77 October 19, 2009 1. That the quotation Q43 -2009 for the purchase of One (1) John Deere 6430 Tractor with Tiger Mower be awarded to Evergreen Farm & Garden Ltd. of Orono, ON in the amount of $116,014.29, and, 2. That the tender T11 -2009 for the purchase of One (1) Sidewalk Plow Sander Track Type Machine be awarded to The Shop Industrial of Lively, ON in the amount of $173,721.40, and, 3. That tender T10 -2009 for the purchase of One (1) Front End Loader be awarded to Wajax Equipment of Milton, ON in the amount of $180,687.00, and, 4. That tender T12 -2009 for the purchase of One (1) Articulated 4 -WD Rubber Tire Diesel Powered Tractor be awarded to Work Equipment Limited of Courtland, ON in the amount of $132,775.00. 5. That staff be authorized to sign the necessary Purchase Order and related documents associated with these purchases. Quotations and Tenders for New Equipment were opened by the Tender Opening Committee on their respective days received. A summary of bids is attached for Council's information. After a complete review of the specifications submitted from all bidders for quotations and tenders, it was found that the lowest bidders from each, with the exception of bidders for T10 -2009, meets the specifications as outlined in the quotation and tender documents. This matter is being brought to your attention so that the City can receive delivery by the end of November 2009. It is recommended that the quotation from Evergreen Farm & Garden Ltd. for Q43 -2009 be accepted for the purchase of a Tractor with Tiger Mower and the tender from The Shop Industrial be accepted for the purchase of a Sidewalk Plow Sander. October 19, 2009 Tenders for a Front End Loader were opened by the Tender Opening Committee on September 10, 2009 and September 24, 2009 respectively. After a complete review of the specifications submitted from all bidders for Tender T10-2009, it was found that the lowest bidder, Top Lift Enterprises of Stoney Creek, ON, did not meet specifications as outlined in the tender documents. It should be noted that staff did test drive this front end loader and specified problems with ground clearance, visibility, and steering sensitivity. Therefore, it is recommended that the second lowest bidder, Wajax Equipment, meeting all requirements of the tender specifications, be awarded this tender. Upon reviewing the specifications submitted from all bidders for Tender T12 -2009 it was found that the lowest bidder, Holder of North America Inc. of Greely, ON did not meet specifications with required horsepower and adaptability of accessories to current equipment. Therefore, it is recommended that the second lowest bidder, Work Equipment be awarded this tender. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Funding Unspent funds from 2008 Capital Budget $ 564,951 Approved in the 2009 Capital Budget $1,000 000 Total $1,564,951 Expenditures to Date Delivered $ 648,203 Approved and to be delivered $ 309.491 Balance Remaining $ 607,257 Expenditures Proposed Quotation (Q-43 -2009) $ 116,049 Tender (T -10 -2009) $ 180,687 Tender(T -11 -2009) $ 173,721 Tender (T -12 -2009) $ 132,775 Total Proposed $ 603,232 Total Remaining Funds $ 4,025 Staff is seeking authorization for purchases that exceed $100,000 as required by the City's Purchasing Policy. This series of tenders represents the final planned expenditures for vehicles and equipment. CITY STRATEGIC COMMITMENT This recommendation is consistent with the Council's Strategic Commitment to continue to monitor and improve the efficiency of the Corporation. ATTACHMENTS • Summary of bids -2- MW-2009-77 October 19, 2009 Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: -3- S:IREPORTS120091MW- 2009 -77 - New Equipment Purchase - wpd.wpd Ed Dujlovic, Execu roe Director, Community Services Ken odd, Chief Administrative Officer MW- 2009 -77 October 19, 2009 -4- CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS QUOTATION #Q43 -2009 2 MONTH RENTAL WITH OPTION TO BUY NEW ONLY JOHN DEERE 6320 TRACTOR (OR EQUIVALENT) WITH TIGER MOWER (OR EQUIVALENT) TOTAL PRICE INCLUDING TAXES & ALL COSTS MW-2009-77 COMPANY AgraTurf Equipment Services 2887 South Grimsby Road 13 Smithville, ON LOR 2A0 Phone: 905-957-2133 Fax: 905- 957 -3531 Ben Berg Farm & Industrial Equip. 52034 Hwy #3 Wainfleet, ON LOS WO L td. Phone: 905- 899 -3905 Fax: 905- 899 -3507 Cubex Ltd. 373 Barton Street Stoney Creek, ON L3E 2L2 Phone: 905-664-2202 Fax: 905- 664 -2299 TOTAL TENDERED PRICE (Including taxes and all costs) $128,537.50 $124,300.00 $176,700.84 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS TENDER #T11 -2009 SIDEWALK PLOW SANDER TRACK TYPE MACHINE TOTAL PRICE INCLUDING TAXES & ALL COSTS COMPANY TOTAL TENDERED PRICE (Including taxes and all costs) Work Equipment Limited P.O. Box 244 55 Thunderbird Drive Courtland, ON NoJ 1E0 Phone: 591-688-09370 Fax: 519- 688 -3644 NO BID October 19, 2009 - CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS TENDER #T10 -2009 FRONT END LOADER TOTAL PRICE INCLUDING TAXES & ALL COSTS MW- 2009-77 COMPANY Aggmin Equipment Ltd. 12343 Highway 50 Bolton, ON L7W 1M3 Phone: 905-857-5200 Fax: 905- 857 -8774 Nortrax Equipment 760 South Service Road Stoney Creek, ON L8E 5M6 Phone: 905- 643 -4166 Fax: 905- 643 -3511 Strongeo Equipment 1640 Enterprise Road Mississauga, ON L4W 4L4 Phone: 905- 670 -5100 Fax: 905- 670 -7869 Strongeo Limited Partnership 18 Tops Drive Grimsby, ON L3M 4H8 Phone: 905-643-4255 Fax: 905- 643 -6077 Top Life Enterprises 43 Teal Ave., Unit 1 Stoney Creek, ON L8E 3B1 Phone: 905- 662 -4137 Fax: 905- 662 -8058 Toromont 460 South Service Road Stoney Creek, ON L8E 2P8 Phone: 905 -561 -5901 Fax: 905- 664 -6306 TOTAL TENDERED PRICE (Including taxes and all costs) $193,407.41 $186,025.12 $193,512.50 $183,054.35 $173,310.36 $188,675.72 October 19, 2009 -6- CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS TENDER #T12 -2009 ARTICULATED 4 -WD RUBBER TIRE DIESEL POWERED TRACTOR TOTAL PRICE INCLUDING TAXES & ALL COSTS MW-2009-77 COMPANY The Shop Industrial 112 Fielding Road Lively, ON P3Y 1L5 Phone: 705- 682 -1522 Fax: 705- 682 -1221 Cubex Ltd. 373 Barton Street Stoney Creek, ON L8E 2L2 Phone: 905-664-2202 Fax: 905 -664 -2299 Holder of North America Inc. 1351 Barfield Road Greely, ON K4P IA1 Phone: 613-821-4171 Fax: 613- 821 -1939 TOTAL TENDERED PRICE (Including taxes and all costs) NO BID $142,973.00 $124,565.55 REPORT TO: His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Community Services Department SUBJECT: MW- 2009 -81 Drummond Road - Road Reconstruction & Underground Services Phase 1 (Ker Street to Dixon Street) RECOMMENDATION 1. The contract be awarded to the lowest bidder Nexterra Substructures at the tendered price of $2,849,101.86 2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents. 3. That the revision to the Capital Budget Worksheet for this project be approved. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY BACKGROUND MW- 2009 -81 October 19, 2009 On July 20, 2009, City Council adopted the recommendations set out in report MW- 2009-51 which authorized the engagement of the consulting firm Delcan Corporation to complete the engineering design and obtain all necessary approvals from the relevant agencies. The report contained a phasing plan and proposed construction schedule that would generally meet the funding criteria established in the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund program announced by the Federal and Provincial Governments. The City received notice that the application was successful and staff and consulting team has acquired all necessary approvals to commence the first phase of the project. Tenders for this contract were opened on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 and the lowest bid of $2,849,101.86 received from Nexterra Substructures is being recommended for acceptance. The Tender Opening Committee, in the presence of the City Clerk's representatives Mr. Ray Miller, Manager of Supply & Services and Mr. Bill Matson, Manager of Clerk's Services opened tenders on Thursday, October 13, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. for the above noted contract. Tender documents were picked up by twelve (12) Contractors and five (5) bids were received. Listed below is a summary of the totaled tendered prices, excluding GST, received from the Contractors. The tenders were checked and the corrected bids are shown bold and marked with an asterisk (" ). October 19, 2009 -2- MW- 2009 -81 1. Nexterra Substructures 2. Centennial Infrastructure 3. Alfidome Construction 4. Provincial Construction 5. Alfred Beam Excavating FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The Drummond Road Reconstruction Project was not included in the 2010 Capital Budget and as a result authorization will be required to amend this document. The revised Capital Budget Worksheet is attached. Funding for this phase of the project will be derived from the following sources; Infrastructure Stimulus Fund (2/3) Region of Niagara CSO Program Transfer from Operating Total Funding This expenditure represents the first phase of additional works that will be funded over a two -year period. The entire project is estimated to cost $4,280,000. The second phase will be completed prior to March 31, 2011. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE The lowest tender was received from Nexterra Substructures in the amount of $2,849,101.86. This contractor has performed similar type projects in the City. We are of the opinion that this contractor is capable of successfully undertaking this project. The Engineer's estimate for this project was $3,000,000.00. Analysis of the number and the content of the bids received indicates fairly strong competition at this time for capital projects of this type and size. Timing of tenders for construction, when the planned schedule permits, can play an important role in how competitive the market will be, based on prospective bidders work loads. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Implementation of the Capital Project meets the intent of Council's Strategic Priorities to establish infrastructure investment priorities, and to strengthen and promote economic development within the City. ATTACHMENT 1. Location Plan 2. Revised Capital Budget Worksheet $1,899,401 $ 410,000 $ 539,701 $2,849,102 Niagara Falls Niagara -on- the -Lake (Corrected bid) Niagara Falls Niagara Falls Fort Erie $2,849,101.86 $2,891,227.85 $Z890,977.85 $2,977,186.88 $3,384,811.42 $3,535,391.80 Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: -3- Chuck McLeod S:\REPORTS\2009 \MW- 2009 -81 Tender 2009-229-09 - Drummond Road Phase 1.wpd Geoff Holman Director of Municipal Works Ed Dujlovic, Exec utive Director of Community Services .2 441 0 Ken T d d, Chief Administrative Officer o ¢ o HIGH 3 LEEMINb k U 71 D a m a ¢ N) p co 3saow a ST. > z m 4 a U 2 ST. z I a ¢ a LEEMING ST. .�_d'R z < = SUMMER a ST. HIGH ST. : W W I < a • o w w w a a p m g o W p ¢ x r z I LATE l p ST. jAw a FERRY \ PRING � STR ET MAITLAND ST. I. 2 ' IUNDY'S LANE a j aw PEER 0 s LUNDY'S LANE - •- PHASE KER ST. ST. ST. CULP ST. ST. ST. -- ASH ST. x •ENCE T. B UCHNER ��❑ PL In PEER ST. ST. 1 r I I BARKER MARANDA 2. BARKER ST. 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NO. 229_230 -09 MAP 1 Opening Balance - Jan 01 (surplus)1 deficit EXPENDITURES Engineering Fees f Design / Studies Land f Building / Furniture f Equipment Construction Silewod f Landscaping Contingency Interest Expense TOTAL EXPENDITURES FUNDING SOURCES Special Purpose Reserve Reserve Fun Provincial /Federal Grant Interest Earned Other -Gas Tax TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES Closing Balance - Dec 31 (surplus) ! deficit Department Munidpal Works Project Name Drummond Road Reconstruction Project I.D. if R44 G/L #12 -3- 310044- 030000 Road Storm Sewers Wate Sanitary Sewers Transfer from Operatim Development Charge Debentu Land Sale Proceed External Contribution CURRENT ACTUAL as of December 31 0:12009 Budget\Capital Budget\Municlpal Works1Drummond Road Reconslructlon (R44).qpw Capital Budget Worksheet 2009 Capital Management Reference Purchase Improvement Q Construction (new) Q Development Q Category in 2008 2 Year Initially Approved Project Description Completion of the EA, Design and Construction of Drummond Road from McLeod to Lundys Lane Phase 1:Ker St. to Dixon St., Phase 2a: Dixon St. to McLeod Rd., Phase 2b: Lundys Lane to Ker St. YEAR 2008 YEAR 2009 YEAR 2010 YEAR 2011 YEAR 2012 YEAR 2013 -8 - 266,579 98,670 0 0 0 15 -Oct- 09,9:13:30 AM 409,466 115 000 266,571 539,701 572,970 0 1,428,232 402,697 375,649 1,899,401 953,932 410,000 2,666 266,571 2,851,768 1,526,902 0 0 0 - 266,579 98,670 0 0 0 0 Opening Balance - Jan 01 (surplus)1 deficit EXPENDITURES Engineering Fees f Design / Studies Land f Building / Furniture f Equipment Construction Silewod f Landscaping Contingency Interest Expense TOTAL EXPENDITURES FUNDING SOURCES Special Purpose Reserve Reserve Fun Provincial /Federal Grant Interest Earned Other -Gas Tax TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES Closing Balance - Dec 31 (surplus) ! deficit Department Munidpal Works Project Name Drummond Road Reconstruction Project I.D. if R44 G/L #12 -3- 310044- 030000 Road Storm Sewers Wate Sanitary Sewers Transfer from Operatim Development Charge Debentu Land Sale Proceed External Contribution CURRENT ACTUAL as of December 31 0:12009 Budget\Capital Budget\Municlpal Works1Drummond Road Reconslructlon (R44).qpw Capital Budget Worksheet 2009 Capital Management Reference Purchase Improvement Q Construction (new) Q Development Q Category in 2008 2 Year Initially Approved Project Description Completion of the EA, Design and Construction of Drummond Road from McLeod to Lundys Lane Phase 1:Ker St. to Dixon St., Phase 2a: Dixon St. to McLeod Rd., Phase 2b: Lundys Lane to Ker St. YEAR 2008 YEAR 2009 YEAR 2010 YEAR 2011 YEAR 2012 YEAR 2013 -8 - 266,579 98,670 0 0 0 15 -Oct- 09,9:13:30 AM 409,466 115 000 1,297,985 1,428,232 402,697 375,649 466,220 150,000 0 3,217 017 1,428,232 0 0 0 Opening Balance - Jan 01 (surplus)1 deficit EXPENDITURES Engineering Fees f Design / Studies Land f Building / Furniture f Equipment Construction Silewod f Landscaping Contingency Interest Expense TOTAL EXPENDITURES FUNDING SOURCES Special Purpose Reserve Reserve Fun Provincial /Federal Grant Interest Earned Other -Gas Tax TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES Closing Balance - Dec 31 (surplus) ! deficit Department Munidpal Works Project Name Drummond Road Reconstruction Project I.D. if R44 G/L #12 -3- 310044- 030000 Road Storm Sewers Wate Sanitary Sewers Transfer from Operatim Development Charge Debentu Land Sale Proceed External Contribution CURRENT ACTUAL as of December 31 0:12009 Budget\Capital Budget\Municlpal Works1Drummond Road Reconslructlon (R44).qpw Capital Budget Worksheet 2009 Capital Management Reference Purchase Improvement Q Construction (new) Q Development Q Category in 2008 2 Year Initially Approved Project Description Completion of the EA, Design and Construction of Drummond Road from McLeod to Lundys Lane Phase 1:Ker St. to Dixon St., Phase 2a: Dixon St. to McLeod Rd., Phase 2b: Lundys Lane to Ker St. YEAR 2008 YEAR 2009 YEAR 2010 YEAR 2011 YEAR 2012 YEAR 2013 -8 - 266,579 98,670 0 0 0 15 -Oct- 09,9:13:30 AM Niagara ps, REPORT TO: SUBMITTED BY: SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATION That Traffic and Parking By -law 89 -2000 be amended to restrict the weight of vehicles travelling over the bridge on Beck Road located 200 metres south of Lyons Creek Road to a maximum of 12 tonnes. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY His Worship Mayor Ted Salci and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Transportation Services BACKGROUND TS- 2009 -40 Beck Road Bridge Weight Restriction TS- 2009 -40 October 19, 2009 The weight restriction will prohibit vehicles more than 12 tonnes from travelling across the bridge on Beck Road. Ellis Engineering has recently completed a structural inspection of the Beck Road bridge crossing Lyons Creek, which is located 200 metres south of Lyons Creek Road. The assessment resulted in the recommendation to post a maximum load limit of 12 tonnes. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE Currently there is no weight restriction to cross the Beck Road bridge. However, given the results of the recent assessment of the integrity of the structure, Ellis Engineering has stated that a weight restriction is required. The analysis was carried out as part of the 2009 Municipal Bridge Appraisal - Rehabilitation /Replacement report. Upon the approval of the by -law, regulatory signs will be posted at each end of the bridge identifying the weight restriction. Furthermore, advance signs will be installed at the nearest intersections prior to the bridge. The signs are regulatory in nature, and would be enforceable by the Niagara Regional Police. FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The installation of the signs is carried out by Transportation Services staff. The labour and material costs are accounted for in the Approved 2009 General Purposes Budget. Cost studies estimate that the cost to manufacture and install the signs is approximately $500. October 19, 2009 -2- TS- 2009 -40 LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Study Area drawing. Recommended by: Approved by: Respectfully submitted: Tim Burshtein 4e n Ir E arl Dr rpfTransportation Services Ed Dujlovic, Execatfve Director of Community Services 1 24/1144 Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer 0 75 o. o o= N V ch 1-- CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2009 - A by -law to change the name of Bellevue Terrace to the name Redmond Heights. WHEREAS Section 48 of the Municipal Act, 2001 provides, in part, that a municipality may pass a by -law for changing the name of a private road; THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. That the change of name of Bellevue Terrace located in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, to the name Redmond Heights, is hereby approved. 2. This by -law shall not take effect until a certified copy of this by -law has been registered in the Registry Office for the Land Titles Division of Niagara South. Passed this nineteenth day of October, 2009. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: October 19, 2009. October 19, 2009. October 19, 2009. CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2009 - A by-law to permanently close part of a highway. WHEREAS Section 34 of the Municipal Act, provides, in part, that the Council of every municipality may pass by -laws to permanently close any highway; 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: 1. Part Lot 1 Range 2 south side Chestnut Street Plan 284 being Part 1 on 59R- 11403; in the City of Niagara Falls, is hereby permanently closed. 2. The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute all documents that may be required for the purpose of carrying out the intent of this by -law and the Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the corporate seal thereto and to deliver such documents. Passed this nineteenth day of October, 2009. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: October 19, 2009. October 19, 2009. October 19, 2009. A by -law to establish Part of Stamford Township Lot 93 being Part 1 on Reference Plan 59R- 14077; Part of Lots 1 to 7 (inclusive), Block "FF" and Part of Lot 7, Block "GG" on Plan 999 -1000 being Part 2 on Reference Plan 59R- 14077; and Part of Lot 7, Block "FF" Plan 999 -1000 being Part 10 on 59R14077; as public highways, to be known as and to form part of Park Street. 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 of Stamford Township Lot 93 being Part 1 on Reference Plan 59R- 14077; Part of Lots 1 to 7 (inclusive), Block "FF" and Part of Lot 7, Block "GO" on Plan 999 and 1000 being Part 2 on Reference Plan 59R- 14077; and Part of Lot 7, Block "FF" Plan 999 and 1000 being Part 10 on 59R14077; in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, be established for public highway purposes. 2. That said Part of Stamford Township Lot 93 being Part 1 on Reference Plan 59R- 14077; Part of Lots 1 to 7 (inclusive), Block "FF" and Part of Lot 7, Block "GG" on Plan 999 and 1000 being Part 2 on Reference Plan 59R - 14077; and Part of Lot 7, Block "FF" Plan 999 and 1000 being Part 10 on 59R14077 that is hereby established as a public highway, be known as and form part of Park Street. Passed this nineteenth day of October, 2009. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading. Third Reading: October 19, 2009. October 19, 2009. October 19, 2009. CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2009 - CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2009 - A by - law to amend By - law No. 395, 1966, to prohibit the construction of a single - family dwelling. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. The Lands that are the subject of and affected by the provisions of this by -law are described in Schedule 1 of this by -law and shall be referred to in this by -law as the "Lands ". Schedule 1 is a part of this by -law. 2. The purpose of this by -law is to amend the provisions of By -law No. 395, 1966, to prohibit the use of the Lands in a manner that would otherwise be permitted by that by -law. In the case of any conflict between a specific provision of this by -law and any existing provision of By -law No. 395, 1966, the provisions of this by -law are to prevail. 3. Notwithstanding any provision of By -law No. 395, 1966 to the contrary, the following uses shall be the permitted uses on and of the Lands. 4. The permitted uses of the Lands shall be the uses permitted by the Rural zone except for a single - family dwelling. 5. All applicable regulations set out in By -law No. 395, 1966 shall continue to apply to govern the permitted uses on the Lands. 6. No person shall use the Lands for a use that is not a permitted use. 7. No person shall use the Lands in a manner that is contrary to the regulations. 8. The provisions of this By -law shall be shown on Schedule "A" of By -law No. 395, 1966 by labelling the Lands as being subject to By -law No. 2009- . Passed this nineteenth day of October, 2009. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R. T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: October 19, 2009 October 19, 2009 October 19, 2009 S:IZONINGW MS120091BY- LAWS\Byam01 O.wpd SCHEDULE 1 TO BY -LAW No. 2009 Subject Land "traina;a;i. Applicant: Eva Szijarto %% Assessment #s: Part of 272513000415435 K: \GIS_Requests\ 2009\ Schedules \ZoningAM\AM- 10\mapping.map Amending Zoning By -law No. 395, 1966 Description: Part of Lot 9, Concession 6, Township of Willoughby, Designated as Part 2, 59R- 13985, Now in the City of Niagara Falls 1: NTS AM- 2009 -010 October 2009 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2009 - A by -law to amend By -law No. 79 -200, to permit the land to be used for tourist commercial and office purposes. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. The Lands that are the subject of and affected by the provisions of this by -law are described in Schedule 1 of this by -law and shall be referred to in this by -law as the "Lands ". Schedule 1 is a part of this by -law. 2. The purpose of this by -law is to amend the provisions of By -law No. 79 -200, to permit the use of the Lands in a manner that would otherwise be prohibited by that by -law. In the case of any conflict between a specific provision of this by -law and any existing provision of By- law No. 79 -200, the provisions of this by -law are to prevail. 3. Notwithstanding any provision of By -law No. 79 -200 to the contrary, the following uses and regulations shall be the permitted uses and regulations governing the permitted uses on and of the Lands. 4. The permitted uses shall be: (a) the uses permitted by the TC zone (b) office 5. The regulations governing the permitted uses shall be: (a) Minimum landscaped open a 1.5 metre wide landscaped open space strip, space along and adjacent to the rear and interior side lot lines (b) The balance of regulations specified for a TC use 6. All other applicable regulations set out in By -law No. 79 -200 shall continue to apply to govern the permitted uses on the Lands, with all necessary changes in detail. 7. No person shall use the Lands for a use that is not a permitted use. 8. No person shall use the Lands in a manner that is contrary to the regulations. 9. The provisions of this By -law shall be shown on Sheet B4 of Schedule "A" of By -law No. 79 -200 by redesignating the Lands from OS to TC and numbered 884. -2- 10. Section 19 of By -law No. 79 -200 is amended by adding thereto: 19.1.884 Refer to By -law No, 2009- . Passed this nineteenth day of October, 2009. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R. T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: October 19, 2009 October 19, 2009 October 19, 2009 SAZONING\AMS520091BY -LA WS\Byam0l4.wpd SCHEDULE 1 TO BY -LAW No. 2009 Subject Land Amending Zoning By -law No. 79 -200 Description: Pt Twp Lt 132 Stamford As In ST51544, ST23564, ST22849 & ST21927 Except R0180983 & Pt 1, 59R594; Niagara Falls Applicant: City of Niagara Falls Assessment #s: 272509000406900 K:\GIS_RequestA2009\ Schedules \ZoningAM\AM- 14\mapping.map 1:NTS AM- 2009 -014 September 2009 (1) THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 HIGHWAY BRIDGE BY -LAW Number 2009 - A by -law to amend By -law No. 89 -2000, being a by -law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads (Weight Limits on Bridges, Parking Meter Zones, Parking Prohibited) The Council of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls hereby ENACTS as follows: 1. By -law No. 89 -2000, as amended, is hereby further amended: by adding to the columns of Schedule V1 thereto the following item: WEIGHT LIMITS ON BRIDGES COLUMN 3 MAXIMUM PERMITTED WEIGHT Beck Road A point 185 metres south of Lyon's Creek Road and 12 tonnes a point 230 metres south of Lyon's Creek Road (2) by deleting from the columns of Schedule G thereto the following item: PARKING METER ZONES COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3 COLUMN 4 COLUMN 5 COLUMN 6 HIGHWAY SIDE BETWEEN FEES MAXIMUM TIMES /DAYS TIME PERIOD Park St. North Ontario Ave. and $0.75 /1 hour 2 hours 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Crysler Ave. $0.25 / 20 min Except Sat., Sundays $0.10 /8 min and Holidays $0.05 /4 min (3) Park Street North by adding to the columns of Schedule G thereto the following item: COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3 HIGHWAY SIDE BETWEEN (5) COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3 HIGHWAY SIDE BETWEEN First Reading: October 19, 2009 Second Reading: October 19, 2009 Third Reading: October 19, 2009 -2- PARKING METER ZONES COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3 COLUMN 4 COLUMN 5 COLUMN 6 HIGHWAY SIDE BETWEEN FEES MAXIMUM TIMES /DAYS TIME PERIOD Crysler Avenue and a point 37 metres west of St. Clair Avenue $0.75 / 1 hour $0.25 / 20 min $0.10 /8 min $0.05 /4min 2 hours (4) by deleting from the columns of Schedule C thereto the following item: PARKING PROHIBITED 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Except Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays COLUMN 4 TIMES OR DAYS Park Street North A point 48 m west of Ontario Ave. and At all times a point 80 m west of Ontario Ave. by adding to the columns of Schedule C thereto the following item: PARKING PROHIBITED COLUMN 4 TIMES OR DAYS Park Street North A point 37 metres west of St. Clair Avenue and At All Times a point 14 metres west of Ontario Avenue Except by Permit This By -law shall come into force when the appropriate signs are installed. Passed this nineteenth day of October, 2009. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR Weight Limits on Bridges Schedule "VI" First Reading: October 19, 2009 Second Reading: October 19, 2009 Third Reading: October 19, 2009 THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS BY -LAW Number 2009 - A by -law to amend By -law No. 89 -2000, being a by -law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads The Council of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls hereby ENACTS as follows: 1. By -law No. 89 -2000, as amended, is hereby further amended: (1) by adding Subsection 604.01: 604.01 The gross weight of any vehicle or combination of vehicles passing over bridges listed in Column 1 and Column 2 of Schedule V1 of this by -law, shall be limited to the weights set out in the corresponding line of Column 3 of said Schedule. This By -law shall come into force immediately. Passed this nineteenth day of October, 2009. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2009 - Being a by -law to amend By -law No. 2007 -37, a by -law to provide for appointments to certain Boards, Commissions and Committees. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. That Paragraph #7, being appointments to the Niagara Falls Public Library Board, be amended to delete the names Michael Boris Kloss, Blake McIntyre and Guy Prata. 2. That Paragraph #7, being appointments to the Niagara Falls Public Library, be amended to add the names Anne Andres- Jones, Barbara Ness and Eric Sheridan. 3. That Paragraph #8, being appointments to the Park in the City Committee, be amended to delete the name Don Johnson. 4. That Paragraph #8, being appointments to the Park in the City Committee, be amended to add the name Corey Barkman. 5. That Paragraph #11, being appointments to the Trails and Bikeway Committee, be amended to delete the name Martin Berzins. 6. That Paragraph #11, being appointments to the Trails and Bikeway Committee, be amended to add the names James Megannety. Passed this nineteenth day of October, 2009. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: October 19, 2009. October 19, 2009. October 19, 2009. A by -law to amend by -law 2009 -146, being a by -law to hereby authorize the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer to execute the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund Contribution Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, as represented by the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls. WHEREAS By -law 2009 -146 authorized the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer to execute the agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, as represented by the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls, for the Drummond Road project approved the second intake of the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund (ISF); and WHEREAS in September 2009, the senior levels of government announced that the Revitalization of the Downtown Streetscape project was approved for infrastructure funding; and WHEREAS Ministry officials have requested that the original agreement for infrastructure funding be amended to reflect both successful submissions: the Drummond Road project and the Revitalization of the Downtown Streetscape project. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. That paragraph 1 is hereby deleted and that paragraph 1 is replaced with the following: an Agreement, in the form attached hereto, made between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, as represented by the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls, respecting the Drummond Road Reconstruction project and Revitalization of the Downtown Streetscape project, are hereby approved and authorized. Passed this nineteenth day of October, 2009 DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: October 19, 2009 October 19, 2009 October 19, 2009 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2009 - CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2009 - A by -law to authorize the payment of $9,156,106.17 for General Purposes. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to pay the attached list of disbursements for the period beginning September 10, 2009 to September 30, 2009. Passed this nineteenth clay of October 2009. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R. T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: October 19, 2009 October 19, 2009 October 19, 2009 Passed this nineteenth day of October, 2009. First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: October 19, 2009 October 19, 2009 October 19, 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 19 day of October, 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 19 day of October, 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. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK R. T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR