2010/02/22SECOND MEETING
IN CAMERA MEETING
Committee Room 2
February 22, 2010
Council met on Monday, February 22, 2010 at 5:45 p.m. in an In Camera Session.
All members of Council were present. Councillor Diodati presided as Chairman. Following
consideration of the items presented, the In Camera Session did not rise to report.
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Council met on Monday, February 22, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of
considering Regular Business matters. All members of Council were present. Councillor
loannoni offered the Opening Prayer.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mayes, seconded by Councillor Pietrangelo
that the minutes of January 22, 2010 be approved as printed.
Carried Unanimously
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor Wing indicated a conflict to the aspect of report CAO- 2010 -02 pertaining
to the Museum Services, and report PD- 2010 -16, as her husband has a business
relationship with the applicant.
Councillor Pietrangelo indicated a conflict to Community Services report PD -2010-
15, a member of his family owns property across the street from the subject property.
Councillor Kerrio indicated a conflict to Community Services report PRC- 2010 -04,
as he has a partnership with one of the bidders.
Councillor Thomson indicated a conflict with PD- 2010 -16, as he has a business
relationship with the applicant.
Mayor Salci indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque numbers 334703 and 334906
made payable to himself.
Inter - Municipal Transit
DEPUTATIONS /PRESENTATIONS
Regional Councillor Debbie Zimmerman, Chair of the Region's Transportation
Strategy Steering Committee, and Regional Councillor Dave Augustyne addressed Council
on the extreme importance of Inter - Municipal Transit. They outlined the time frame, the
fact that no final decisions had been made to date and that Niagara Falls City Council's
support was appreciated as they plan to move forward.
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TS 2010 - 17 - Chief Administrative Officer - Inter Municipal Transit Update.
The report recommends that Council provide City staff with direction regarding the
Inter - municipal Transit initiative currently being studied by the Regional Municipality of
Niagara.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Kerrio
that staff be directed to continue to participate in the Inter - Municipal Transit initiative
currently being studied by the Niagara Region.
Background
Proposal
Councillor Pietrangelo exited Chambers.
GO Transit Service
TS- 2010 -18 - Chief Administrative Officer - GO Transit Environmental Assessment
Update. The report recommends:
1. That Council pass a resolution requesting the Provincial Government to have
Niagara Falls serve as the terminus for the proposed daily weekday Go Train
Service.
2. That Staff continues to engage the Federal Government and The St. Lawrence
Seaway Authority to facilitate a solution to accommodate the proposed weekday Go
Train service.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Diodati, seconded by Councillor Wing that
the report be approved as recommended.
NO. 6 - DIODATI - WING - Therefore be it resolved that Niagara Falls City Council
supports daily, weekday GO Transit service to Niagara; and
Further be it resolved that City Council supports Niagara Falls as the logical terminus for
the weekday GO Transit service to Niagara.
Councillor Pietrangelo returned to Chambers.
PLANNING MATTERS
Carried Unanimously
Carried Unanimously
Carried Unanimously
PD- 2010 -12- 26T -11- 2009 -01, Fernwood Phase 3 Draft Plan of Subdivision, Lundy's
Lane (North Side), West of Garner Road. Owner: 800460 Ontario Limited (Fred
Costabile)
The Director of Planning and Development reviewed the recommendations and
provided the following information.
The purpose of this Public Meeting is to receive information and provide an opportunity for
the public to comment on the proposed subdivision.
No decision is to be made with respect to approval of the subdivision at tonight's meeting.
This plan is an extension of the Fernwood Draft Plan of Subdivision.
The plan involves the division of 9.35 ha (23.11 ac) into:
► 96 lots for single detached dwellings;
► Two blocks of land with access onto Ironwood St. for condominium townhouses (44
units).
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The Official Plan designates the property Residential (Special Policy Area #44)
The land is currently zoned Development Holding (DH).
The applicant has requested a zoning change to the Residential Single Family 1 E Density
(R1 E), Residential Low Density, Grouped Multiple Dwellings (R4) zone for the
condominium townhouse blocks.
The zoning by -law amendment application (AM- 2009 -030) will be subject to a Public
Meeting at a later date.
Planning Analysis
Preliminary Review
The majority of development and general design issues for the overall site have been
addressed through the OMB approval of the Official Plan amendment, including protection
of a woodlot, provision of a safety berm and noise fencing.
Based on a preliminary review staff identified:
► A significant portion of the lands are affected by a Provincial Order in Council which
protects a right -of -way for a future extension of Highway 420.
► A portion of the lands cannot be accessed without crossing the 420 extension.
► It is necessary to have the province re- examine the alignment of the future highway.
► The lands are an important part of the urban lands which are a finite resource and
the alignment also traverses a portion of the City's environmentally sensitive
wood lot.
► The Official Plan policies require a minimum residential density of 14.83 u /ha (6.0
un /ac)
Recommendation
That Council receive any comments made at the Public Meeting and refer all matters to
staff as part of the review of the Fernwood Phase 3 Draft Plan of Subdivision.
That the Mayor and senior staff engage the Minister of Transportation and the Minister of
Municipal Affairs in discussions to investigate the relocation of the future alignment of
Highway 420 outside the municipal urban area boundary.
John Bacher, 134 Church Street, St. Catharines, supported the request for
realignment in order to protect the forest but asked that the matter requires more thought
as to what's an appropriate alignment.
Jean Grandoni, R R # 1 Garner Rd, believes the best solution would be to not
extend Highway 420 at all. The forest to the north west lacks appropriate buffering and
farmland is finite in the municipality.
Italia Gilbert', Broderick & Partners, agent for the applicant, outlined the proposed
Fernwood Phase 3 Draft Plan of Subdivision. There would be 96 detached units and 44
townhouse/ condo units. She requested the municipality's assistance in dealing with the
Ministry of Transportation (MTO).
The Public Meeting was Closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor loannoni, seconded by Councillor Thomson
that Council receive the comments made at the Public Meeting and refer all matters to staff
as part of the review of the Fernwood Phase 3 Draft Plan of Subdivision; and
That the Mayor and senior staff engage the Minister of Transportation and the Minister of
Municipal Affairs in discussions to examine the need for the Highway 420 extension.
Carried Unanimously
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PD- 2010 -16 - AM- 2009 -26, Zoning By -law Amendment Application, 5930 and 5936
Victoria Avenue. Applicant: 2100422 Ontario Limited and 1760160 Ontario Limited.
Elimination of Parking Requirements for Certain Uses.
The Director of Planning and Development reviewed the recommendations and
provided the following information.
Proposal
► The applicant has requested the same parking exemptions which apply to the
Tourist Commercial zoned lands fronting onto Ferry Street.
► In addition, the applicant has requested certain other uses be exempt from providing
parking including places of entertainment; museums; exhibitions of wax works;
automobiles; handicrafts; natural or artificial curiosities and freaks of nature;
sightseeing tour establishments and sightseeing tourist information centres.
Planning Analysis
Official Plan
The lands are designated Tourist Commercial
The OP envisions the establishment of an integrated people mover system supported by
strategically placed parking garages and parking lots.
The OP provides that reductions in parking requirements be determined through a
Transportation Master Plan.
A Tourist Area Parking Demand Study was recently completed by the City.
This study recommends that parking requirements for individual restaurants, retail stores
and various attractions can be significantly reduced, but not eliminated. The study was
deferred by Council but the findings still serve as an indication of parking demand.
Zoning By - law
The applicant has requested the same parking exemptions which exist along Ferry Street
and also requested places of entertainment, museums, exhibitions, sightseeing tour
establishments and tourist information centres be exempted from requiring parking.
Under current requirements, approximately 45 parking spaces would be required
The property is zoned to provide these parking spaces off -site.
Perpetuation of parking exemptions has not been substantiated.
The Tourist Area Parking Demand Study determined actual levels of parking for day -
trippers and overnight visitors.
The study was consistent with the OP to determi ne parking reductions through a
comprehensive study. This is the most up -to -date information available.
Under the recommended standards, the parking required would be 25 spaces.
Council previously granted off -site parking because there is no room on the site to provide
parking.
The Courtyard property is no longer feasible as that site is owned by someone else.
The Dunn Street lot is too far removed to realistically serve as off -site lot for this property.
Staff would not normally recommend a parking exemption where all or part of the parking
can be provided on -site.
In this case, approvals are already in place not to require on -site parking.
Staff are willing to accept an exemption, but only to the extent of the existing building.
Businesses always have the opportunity to use the City's cash -in -lieu program.
Summary
The application is recommended because:
► The building occupies the majority of the site
► The current zoning provides for off -site parking
► It is unrealistic to expect that the Dunn St. lot actually serves the plaza3
► The exemption should apply only to the current building on the property
Recommendation
That Council approve the Zoning By -law Amendment application to exempt the property
from the parking requirements for various commercial uses for the existing building only.
Italia Gilberti, Broderick & Partners, agent for the applicant, pointed out that around
the corner on Ferry Street similar properties were exempt under By -law 81 -199. Also, the
exemption applies to the existing building envelope. Parking would be required should the
building expand.
The Public Meeting was Closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor loannoni, seconded by Councillor Fisher that
the report be approved as recommended.
with Councillors Thomson and Wing declaring a conflict.
Proposal
Planning Analysis
Official Plan
The land is designated Tourist Commercial.
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Carried Unanimously
PD- 2010 -17 -AM- 2009 -25, Zoning By-law Amendment Application, 5785, 5791 & 5803-
5805 Victoria Avenue. Applicant: 1609625 Ontario Limited (Mascia). Elimination of
Parking Requirements for Certain Uses
The Director of Planning and Development reviewed the recommendations and
provided the following information.
The applicant is requesting the same zoning regulations that apply to Tourist Commercial
(TC) zoned lands fronting onto Ferry Street, which exempt certain uses from providing
required parking.
In addition, the applicant is requesting all retail stores be exempt from required parking.
The OP envisions the establishment of an integrated people mover system supported by
strategically placed parking garages as well as parking lots.
The OP provides reductions in parking requirements be determined through the
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Transportation Master Plan update.
A Tourist Area Parking Demand Study was recently completed.
This comprehensive study recommends that parking requirements for individual
restaurants, retail stores and various attractions can be significantly reduced, but not
eliminated.
The Study findings have been deferred by Council, but they still serve as an indication of
parking demand.
Zoning By - law
The applicant has requested the same parking exemptions which apply to TC zoned lands
along Ferry Street as well as all retail stores.
A perpetuation of parking exemptions has not been substantiated.
The Tourist Area Parking Demand Study determined actual levels of parking for day -
trippers and overnight visitors.
The Parking Demand Study recommended reductions in parking ratios for many of the
uses within the tourist core but not an exemption.
This is the most up -to -date information available.
Current zoning standards would require a total of 26 spaces.
Based on the recommended standards, a total of 13 parking spaces would be required.
The site plan attached to this report shows up to 17 spaces can be provided, however,
currently 14 spaces exist.
Establishing a parking requirement for the restaurant and retail store at the standard
specified by the Parking Demand Study will accommodate the current proposed
development and will not likely cause any hardship to the owner.
Summary
Council may approve the application for reduced parking standards for the restaurant and
retail uses on the property as determined by the Parking Demand Study because:
► The parking study is consistent with the requirement for a comprehensive review
under the Official Plan.
► Parking for 13 spaces can be accommodated on -site.
► This would not pose a hardship for the owner.
Recommendation
Italia Gilbert', Broderick & Partners, agent for the applicant, outlined the pedestrian focus
of the Clifton Hill sub - district and Council's approval of the exemption for the prior
application on the evening's agenda. Also, she questioned why in the terms of reference
in the City's Tourist Area Parking Demand study was the possibility of exemptions not
explored.
The Public meeting was Closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor loannoni
that Council approve the request for a exemption to the parking requirements.
Carried Unanimously
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PD- 2010 -14 -AM -2009 -012, Zoning By- law AmendmentApplication, 5823 Temperance
Avenue. Applicant: Ben Yosef 2008 Inc. Proposed Group Home.
The Director of Planning and Development reviewed the recommendations and
provided the following information.
Background
The applicant is requesting the General Commercial zoning be amended site specifically:
► To add a Group Home for 17 persons;
► Recognize the existing siting of the building;
► Allow only one parking space.
A Neighbourhood Open House was held on January 18, 2010 and no members of the
public attended the meeting.
Planning Analysis
Official Plan
The land is designated Tourist Commercial
Commercially designated lands can be considered for residential uses (including Group
Homes) where such lands are in excess of demand
The proposed use complies with the Official Plan as follows:
► Small size of property and its lack of on -site parking limits the parcel's potential for
a commercial use;
► Group Home is a type of residential use that provides an appropriate transition
between the commercial uses and residential uses;
► Building has achieved a degree of compatibility;
► Group Home should generate less traffic than a commercial use.
Zoning By - law
The applicant has requested that a Group Home be site specifically added to the list of
permitted uses under the GC zone to accommodate up to 17 residents.
This Group Home will serve high functioning adults with mental disabilities, acquired brain
injury and disabled senior citizens.
One full time staff person will serve the facility.
Residents do not drive, so only be one parking space will be needed for the staff person.
The building can be modified to adequately accommodate 17 persons.
The definition for the site specific Group Home will recognize that the residence will be
established by municipal licence to a maximum of 17 residents.
Site specific provisions are required to recognize the existing rear yard depth and side yard
width on the north of the existing building.
Licensing By - law
Council passed a by -law in 2001 for "Second Level Lodging. House"
The proposed Group Home complies with this by -law.
Summary
The application can be supported:
► Official Plan permits surplus commercial lands to be considered for residential
development.
► Group Home is an appropriate transition between commercial and residential uses.
► Building is existing and has achieved a degree of compatibility.
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► Provision of one on -site parking spaces will ensure parking is available for staff.
Recommendation
That Council approve the Zoning By -law Amendment application to permit the property to
be used as a municipally licenced Group Home for up to 17 persons, subject to the
provision of a minimum of 1 parking space located entirely on the subject property.
Alex Kogramanov and Jerry Szajman, owners of the property, requested Council's
approval of the zoning by -law amendment to permit their property to be used as a group
home. They indicated that the property was 4,200 sq. ft. and -had five washrooms. The
applicants outlined that the property would house the disabled, low income, seniors and
rehabilitated drug users but indicated they were willing to scale it back at Council's wishes.
The Public meeting was Closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Fisher
that the report be deferred.
with Councillors loannoni and Wing opposed.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Fisher
that the Budget Matters be dealt with at the end of the agenda.
Carried Unanimously.
MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
Carried
Mayor Salci offered condolences to Councillor Pietrangelo and his family on the
passing of his aunt, Anna Pietrangelo, who was the wife of Donato Pietrangelo, a retired
City Employee and Dan Pietrangelo, a current City employee. Condolences were also
extended to the family of Nick Swec a retired City employee, and to the family of Mary Ann
Swec, a former bus driver, who recently passed away.
Mayor Salci congratulated the Great Wolf Lodge, who were the winners of the Chili
Cook -Off competition and have accepted the challenge to participate in the St. Catharines
Chili Challenge.
Mayor Salci advised of the Third Annual Niagara Industrial Buyer Seller Forum,
being hosted by our Niagara Falls Business Development Office, is to take place on
Thursday February 25, 2010 at the Fallsview Casino.
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
1. Rotary Club of Niagara Falls - The Rotary Club has requested a Flag Raising and
that February 23r be proclaimed as "Rotary Day" in the City of Niagara Falls.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Fisher
that the request be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
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2. Ontario Provincial Police, Niagara Detachment - requesting Bridge Dedication
for CN overpass at Sand Plant Hill in the name of Provincial Constable John
Gregovski.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Kerrio, seconded by Councillor Maves that
the request be approved.
Carried Unanimously
RATIFICATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE MATTERS
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor loannoni, seconded by Councillor Diodati
that the actions taken in Community Services Committee, on February 22, 2010 be
approved.
1) The minutes of the January 25, 2010 meeting be approved.
2) REPORTS
a) MW- 2010 -09
Glenholme Avenue Road Allowance
That the above report be deferred.
REPORTS
b) PD- 2010 -02
Research into Enacting a By -law under
Section 99.1 of the Municipal Act
Carried Unanimously
That Council not enact a by -law under Section 99.1 of the Municipal Act.
c) PD- 2010 -15
Appeal of Committee of Adjustment Decision
Consent Application B- 2009- 034,Ort Road /Reixinger Road
Applicant: Joe Kekic (Agent -Brian Sinclair)
1. That staff withdraw the appeal of the Committee of Adjustment to the OMB
regarding consent application B- 2009 -034, Ort Road /Reixinger Road.
d) BDD- 2010 -01
People Mover Project Update
For the information of Committee.
e) PD- 2010 -11
Commercial Building & Facade Improvement Grant Application
CB &FIG - 2009 -017 4519, 4521 and 4525 Queen Street
Sal & Mary DiPietro and Carman & Anna Tartaglia
1. That the Commercial Building & Facade Improvement Grant Application for
4519, 4521 and 4525 Queen Street be approved subject to the owners
satisfying all the program requirements including the requirements of City
permits and entering into an agreement with the City.
2. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and execute the grant
agreement.
f) PRC- 2010 -04
Request for Proposal - RFP P 77 -2009
Community Clubhouse at Kalar Park
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That the proposal from Merit Contractors Niagara for General Contractor for the
Design Build of a Community Clubhouse at Kalar Park in the amount of $450,000
(excluding GST) be approved.
3) NEW BUSINESS:
That the Recreation Committee work with the CAO on the on -going discussions with
the Optimist regarding Optimist Park.
RATIFICATION OF CORPORATE SERVICES COMMITTEE MATTERS
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor loannoni, seconded by Councillor Diodati
that the actions taken in Corporate Services Committee, on February 22, 2010 be
approved.
1) The minutes of the January 25, 2010 meeting be approved.
2) REPORTS:
Carried Unanimously
a) CPS - 2010 -01
Boys & Girls Club ISF Capital Project
1. That Council approve funding up to $2,000,000 for the municipal contribution
of the Boys and Girls Club Infrastructure Stimulus Fund (ISF) Capital Project,
2. That the City's funding be secured by a charge on the new building and
property;
3. That the balance of the recommendations be deferred.
b) CPS - 2010 -02
Winter Festival of Lights Line of Credit
1. That the report be deferred until the next meeting to give staff an opportunity
to work with Winter Festival of Lights staff on other possible options.
c) HR- 2010 -02
Attrition Policy
That Council approve an employment attrition policy subject to the collective
agreement provisions and with the understanding that key priority services will not
be jeopardized.
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CONSENT AGENDA
THE CONSENT AGENDA IS A SET OF REPORTS THAT COULD BE APPROVED IN ONE
MOTION OF COUNCIL. THE APPROVAL ENDORSES ALL OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS
CONTAINED IN EACH OF THE REPORTS WITHIN THE SET. THE SINGLE MOTION WILL
SAVE TIME.
PRIOR TO THE MOTION BEING TAKEN, A COUNCILLOR MAY REQUEST THAT ONE OR
MORE OF THE REPORTS BE MOVED OUT OF THE CONSENT AGENDA TO BE
CONSIDERED SEPARATELY.
F- 2010 -11 - Municipal Accounts. The report recommends that Council approve the
municipal accounts totalling $12,945,303.61 for the period January 7, 2010 to February 3,
2010.
F- 2010 -10 - Major Receivables Monthly Report ( January ). The report recommends that
Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables report for information purposes.
MW- 2010 -07 - Vegter Estates Subdivision - 59M -297 Incomplete Work. The report
recommends that staff be authorized to utilize current securities to complete outstanding
works and satisfy final assumption requirements as set out in the Subdivision Agreement.
PD-2010-18 - Matters Arising from the Committee of Adjustment Request for Increase
in Remuneration. The report recommends that Council not approve the additional
compensation for members of the Committee of Adjustment, and the matter be referred
to the next term of Council.
PRC- 2010 -02 - Request for Proposal P03 -2010. For the Supply and Installation of
New Spray Pad Area at the E.E. Mitchelson Park. The report recommends that the
proposal from A.B.C. Recreation Ltd. (P.O. Box 21009, Paris, ON. N3L 4A5) for the supply
and installation of a new spray pad area at the E.E. Mitchelson Park in the amount of
$109,045.86 (excluding GST) be approved.
PRC- 2010 -03 - Tender T01 -2010, For the Supply and Installation of Exterior and
Interior Signs for the Gale Centre. The report recommends that the bid from Teksign
Inc., of 6415 Viscount Road, . Mississauga Ontario, for the total tendered price of
$90,185.38 (excluding GST) be approved.
TS- 2010 -01 - Preakness Street - Speed Control Evaluation. The report is recommended
for the information of Council.
TS- 2010 -05 - Nassau Avenue - Traffic Operations Review. The report is recommended
for the information of Council.
TS- 2010 -14 - Transit Agreement with Niagara College Student Council. The report
recommends:
1. That the request for the provision of transit service for Niagara College students
having a valid U >pass, residing within the City of Niagara Falls, for the period of
May 1, 2010 through to August 31, 2010, at a cost of $7,560 (plus applicable taxes),
be approved.
2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary agreements.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor loannoni, seconded by Councillor Kerrio that
the reports on the Consent Agenda be approved as recommended,.
Carried Unanimously
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PD 2010 - 19 - AM 30/2004, Zoning By - law Amendment Application Northwest Urban
Boundary Expansion. The report recommends that Council authorize staff to work with
the Region to prepare the necessary work program and meet with the stakeholders.
Dr. John Bacher, 134 Church Street, St. Catharines, is opposed to the proposed
expansion of the urban area boundary of the City. Mr. Bacher indicated that although the
application is grandfathered the principles of the growth plan still apply.
Jean Grandoni, R R # 1, Garner Road, Niagara Falls, is opposed to the expansion
outside the urban boundary. She believes that the health problem at Club Italia is
overstated and does not justify expansion.
The Director of Planning & Development clarified that Council has already taken the
position that these lands should be in the urban boundary and the report asks for Council's
authorization for the proposed work plan. He indicated that the proposed study would
determine future uses.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor loannoni, seconded by Councillor Kerrio that
report PD- 2010 -19 be approved as recommended.
RESOLUTIONS
NO. 7 - PIETRANGELO - DIODATI - THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the appropriate
staff person be authorized to submit a financial request to the Department of Canadian
Heritage in relation to the "Celebrate Canada!" program for organizing activities to celebrate
Canada Day.
Carried Unanimously
NO. 8 - THOMSON - DIODATI - THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Rotary Club of
Niagara Falls Sunrise Ribfest is a community event deserving of City Council support.
Carried Unanimously
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor loannoni, seconded by Councillor Diodati that the
Council meeting be adjourned to enter into a Corporate Services Budget Meeting.
Carried Unanimously
Councillor Pietrangelo took Chair for the Corporate Services Meeting
BUDGET MATTERS
Carried Unanimously
Jay Derosches, Manager, Niagara Falls Humane Society, advised Council that the
difficulties the proposed budget cuts would have on the Society. He felt the Society was
once again providing quality work for the community.
Carm Dix, Niagara Falls Public Library Board, advised Council that the Library has
seen a 10% increase this year. He believes it will be difficult to maintain the levels of service
with the proposed budget cuts. Mr. Dix stated that the cuts will disrupt staff hours and jobs
and there are no other places to cut back from in their budget.
Garry Beck, on behalf of 483 Wing, advised Council that their request had been
reduced to $5000.00, rather than the original amount requested.
Elizabeth Zimmerman, Executive Director of the YWCA, indicated to Council that this
has been a tough year and is concerned that the cuts will be a trend going forward. She
indicated that the organization receives a per diem rate from the Region. Based on the
funding formula it would not be possible to get increased funding from the upper -tier
municipality.
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Joann Turner, Boys & Girls Club of Niagara, indicated that the organization would
likely have increased operating costs going forward so cuts would be difficult for the
organization to handle.
Lois Dix, chair of the Niagara Falls Concert Bands, stated that NF Concert band has
been operating for over 140 years, they have a place on the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame
and their grant is minimal.
Mike Davey, Treasurer of the Stamford Lions Club, indicated that the Club would
appreciate any grant that would be made available to them but he felt that a tax increase
was preferable to the Council cutting funding of various not for profit groups.
ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Salci, seconded by Councillor Maves, that the
meeting go past 11:00 p.m.
with Councillors loannoni and Thomson opposed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Kerrio, seconded by Mayor Salci that Council
and staff work towards a 0% increase, not including the increase in assessment.
Councillor Diodati
Councillor loannoni
Councillor Maves
Councillor Thomson
Mayor Salci
AYE
NAYE
AYE
NAYE
AYE
ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Salci, seconded by Councilor Maves that staff
work with the groups /agencies /Boards to refine their budget requests and report back to
Council.
Councillor Fisher
Councillor Kerrio
Councillor Pietrangelo
Councillor Wing
AYE
AYE
AYE
NAYE
Carried
Carried Unanimously
CAO- 2010 -02 - Chief Administrative Officer - 2010 General Purposes Budget
The report recommends that:
Motion Carried
1. That Council approve the expenditure reductions totaling $134,685 in the
"discretionary spending "section of the report as outlined in Appendix "A ",
2. That Council approve the expenditure reductions totaling $3,404,079 as outlined in
Appendix "B ",
3. That Council approve the expenditure reductions totaling $151,106 in the grants and
fee for service amounts as outlined in Appendix "C ", and
4 That staff report back, prior to the 2011 Budget, with a coordinated strategy toward
discretionary grants.
ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Salci, seconded by Councillor Thomson to
approve recommendation # 1 in report CAO- 2010 -02,
Carried Unanimously
ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Salci, seconded by Councillor Maves to approve
recommendation # 2, save and accept the Niagara Falls Library Board and Museum
Services.
Motion Carried
with Councillor Wing, loannoni and Thomson opposed. Councillor Wing indicating a conflict
regarding the Museum service.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Diodati, seconded by Mayor Salci that
recommendation # 4 be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
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F 2010 - 13 - Chief Administrative Officer - 2010 - 2014 Capital Projects Budget
The report recommends that Council approve the 2010 -2014 Capital Projects Budget.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor wing, seconded by Councillor loannoni that
the report be deferred
Motion Carried
with Councillor Diodati and Mayor Salci opposed.
F- 2010 -12 - Chief Administrative Officer - 2010 Municipal Utility Budget
The report recommends:
1. That Council approve the city's 2010 Municipal Utility Expenditures,
2. That Council establish final water and sewer rates for 2010 once the Region
established their rates for water and wastewater treatment.
ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Salci, seconded by Councillor Diodati that the
report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
Corporate Services meeting adjourned at 11:30, Councillor Pietrangelo stepped down from
Chair.
BY -LAWS
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Diodati
that the by -laws be given a first reading.
2010 -24
2010 -25
2010 -26
Carried Unanimously
A by -law to amend By -law No. 80 -114, being a by -law to designate private
roadways as fire routes along which no parking of vehicles shall be
permitted.
A by -law to amend By -law No. 89 -2000, being a by -law to regulate parking
and traffic on City Roads. (Through Highways, Stop Signs at Intersections,
Speed Limits on Highways (Part 2 - 60 km /hr))
A by -law to amend By -law No. 89 -2000, being a by -law to regulate parking
and traffic on City Roads. (Limited Parking, Stopping Prohibited, Parking
Prohibited)
2010 -27 A by -law to authorize the payment of $12,945,303.61 for General
Purposes.
2010 -28 A by -law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its
meeting held on the 22n day of February, 2010.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Diodati that the by -laws be read a second and third time and passed.
Carried Unanimously
Park in the City Committee
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Council Minutes
NEW BUSINESS
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wing, seconded by Councillor loannoni that
March 11 be recognized as " Bottle Water Free Day" in the City of Niagara Falls.
Carried Unanimously
Niagara Transit
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Diodati, seconded by Councillor Pietrangelo
that staff bring back a report regarding bus advertising opportunities.
Carried Unanimously
Sinnicks Avenue
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Kerrio that
staff bring back a report regarding the Sinnicks Avenue construction and any damage
related to the parking issues.
Carried Unanimously
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mayes, seconded by Councillor Kerrio that
the meeting be adjourned at 11:45 p.m.
Carried Unanimously
DEAN IORFICp'A, CITa' CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR