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2012/04/24SIXTH MEETING REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING April 24, 2012 Council met on Monday, April 24, 2012 at 4:30 p.m. for an In Camera session. A Committee of the Whole meeting followed the In Camera session. All members of Council were present. NO. 9 - IOANNONI, KERRIO THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT on April 24, 2012 Niagara Falls Council will go into a closed meeting to consider matters that fall under the subject matters 239 (2)(e), a litigation matter, and 239(2)(d) labour relations. Following consideration of the items presented, the In Camera Session did not rise and report in open session. Council met for the purpose of considering Regular Business matters in Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. Councillor loannoni was not present due to illness. Councillor Gates offered the Opening Prayer. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Morocco that the minutes be approved, as printed. Carried Unanimously DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Councillor Wing indicated a conflict with PD- 2012 -27 as she owns abutting property and an indirect pecuniary interest with L- 2012 -09, as her husband has a contractual relationship with the applicant. Councillor Pietrangelo indicated a conflict to a wire transfer made to the Niagara Catholic District School Board, his employer. Councillor Thomson indicated a conflict with L- 2012 -09, his employer. Mayor Diodati indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque no. 353400, made payable to himself. PRESENTATIONS/ DEPUTATIONS Blue Community Robyn Hamlyn, a 13 year old from Kingston, addressed address Council on being a "blue community ". ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Wing that Council adopt the three requested resolutions, recognizing water as a human right, reiterating the City's ban on the sale of plastic bottles at municipal facilities and maintaining our publicly owned and operated water and waste water infrastructure and that week of May 6 - 12th, 2012 be proclaimed as "Drinking Water Week" in the City of Niagara Falls. Carried Unanimously 2 Council Minutes April 24, 2012 NF Lions Legacy Trail Jim Fyfe and representatives from the Niagara Falls Lions Club will address Council on a proposed trail project. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Pietrangelo that Council endorse the project and refer it to staff to expedite and partner with the Lions Club on the proposed legacy trail. PLANNING MATTERS Carried Unanimously PD- 2012- 16 -AM- 2011 -015, Zoning By-law Amendment Application. 5401 River Road, Applicant: David Hagerman. Proposed Cottage Rental Dwelling The Director of Planning reviewed the recommendations and provided the following information. Background Site specific zoning regulations are requested to be added to the property's R2 zoning to add a cottage rental dwelling ► To recognize the existing north side yard setback and to increase the maximum parking area in the rear yard. At the February 28, 2012 Council meeting, Council deferred making a decision on the application pending the results of a separate staff report about policies for cottage rental dwellings. Staff had anticipated presenting a report on cottage rental dwellings at tonight's Council meeting, however, more time is required to examine the matter further. The decision to defer the staff report was made after the subject application was advertised for an April 24, 2012 Public Meeting. This application was submitted prior to Council's request for a report on cottage rental dwellings and could be considered under the current Official Plan policies. A report outlining the results of the policy review will occur at a future Council meeting. Neighbourhood Open House Held on January 12, 2012 One neighbour attended to drop off a letter. Concerns have been expressed about excessive noise from groups staying in the house, parking problems, large groups, drug use and use of a fire pit. Planning Analysis Official Plan Land is within the River Road Satellite Tourist District which provides for alternative forms of accommodation providing the residential character of the neighbourhood is maintained. Development complies with Official Plan: ► Cottage rental dwelling is form of small scale, short term tourist accommodation, similar to a bed and breakfast that is permitted. ► Site is appropriate location for alternate form of small scale, short term tourist accommodations in proximity to Tourist Core. - 3 - Council Minutes April 24, 2012 ► Residential character will be maintained as no changes to property and existing dwelling; ► Cottage rental dwelling rented to a single group of travelers should not generate any more traffic than a typical detached dwelling; and ► Number of bedrooms is limited to 4, occupancy is limited to 8 persons Currently there is one approved cottage rental dwelling within 300 m. An additional cottage rental dwelling does not represent an undue concentration. Zoning Zone Changes: ► to the minimum side yard depth and maximum area for parking in a read yard recognize the existing situation. The dwelling had four bedrooms, all on the second floor ► Limited to a maximum of four bedrooms and eight occupants Other Comments Cottage rental dwellings are an emerging form of tourist accommodation. They are different from B & B's in that they are not owner occupied and do not provide breakfast. LICENSING & BY -LAW ENFORCEMENT A major concern is with occupants of cottage rental dwellings who can create a nuisance through excessive noise and inappropriate behaviour. Applicant will be required to obtain a municipal license to operate the cottage rental dwelling. Conclusion The applicant has requested a zoning amendment to permit the existing single detached dwelling on the property to be used as a cottage rental dwelling. The amendment can be supported because: ► The proposed use is similar to bed and breakfast in that they provide tourist accommodation and are permitted in the Official Plan as alternative accommodation. ► The property is located in the River Road Satellite Tourism District where Bed and Breakfasts, and Cottage Rental Dwellings have been permitted; ► The proposed use would be compatible with surrounding dwellings; ► No changes are proposed to the dwelling that will alter its appearance or character; ► The size of groups renting the dwelling will be controlled; ► The City can regulate the use through licensing and enforcement of its noise by- law; and ► The property owner has taken steps to minimize nuisance complaints by requiring a damage deposit and removing the fire pit. Recommendation That Council approve the Zoning By -law amendment application to rezone the land to a site specific Residential Single Family and Two Family (R2) zone to permit the existing single detached dwelling to be used as a cottage rental dwelling with a maximum of four (4) bedrooms. 4 Council Minutes April 24, 2012 ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Morocco that the public meeting related to PD- 2012 -16 be deferred. Carried Unanimously PD- 2012 -27 - AM- 2012 -002, Zoning By -law Amendment Application, 6015 Barker Street. Applicant: City of Niagara Falls. Proposed 30 Unit Apartment Building, Park and Parking lot Expansion. The Director of Planning reviewed the recommendations and provided the following information. Background A Zoning By -law amendment is requested to change the zoning of the property from Residential Single Family and Two Family (R2) to a site specific R5A zone to permit the former school building on the property to be converted to a 30 unit apartment building. The application also proposes to zone a portion of the lands to an Open Space (OS) zone as they are intended to be preserved for park purposes and another portion to be zoned General Commercial (GC) for expansion of commercial parking lot. Neighbourhood Open Houses First Open House held on March 21, 2012. About 12 residents attended and expressed opposition to the proposed apartment building citing the following concerns: ► Too many apartments already in the area; ► Will generate too much traffic; ► Trees were being removed in front of the proposed apartment building; ► Fear of low income tenants; ► Noise from commercial uses; ► Loss of a historic site due to the development. To address the concern about the loss of trees, the parking arrangement in the front of the building has been revised to preserve all but three of the trees. A second neighbourhood meeting was held on April 12, 2012 to provide more details on the site plan of the apartment and park. Residents in opposition to the proposed apartment building cited similar concerns to the previous open house. Residents suggested the City demolish the school building and convert the entire property into a park to commemorate the Battle of Lundy's Lane. A petition containing 88 signatures was submitted in opposition to the R5A zoning for the 30 unit apartment building citing that it did not represent good planning. Planning Analysis Provincial Policy Provincial Policy encourages new growth to the built up areas residential intensification in order to provide efficient use of sery The proposed Zoning By -law amendment is consistent with the ► Utilizes an existing building on full urban services, ► Contributes to the City's housing supply; • Is located in proximity to several bus routes, and ► Provides an opportunity for recreational and open surrounding neighbourhood. of communities through icing. Provincial Policy as it: space activities to the - 5 - Council Minutes April 24, 2012 The proposed apartment building is considered a good example of adaptive reuse of an existing school building and is compatible with the surrounding neighbourhood. The proposed park provides an opportunity to preserve a site of historical significance to the community. The proposed GC zone will help resolve a long standing parking problem associated with the adjacent funeral home operations. Provincial Policy encourages a mix of housing options. Given that the predominant form of housing in the City is single- detached, the proposed apartment building will add to the variety of rental stock in the City and mix of housing options for the City. OFFICIAL PLAN The land is designated as Residential and Minor Commercial in the City's Official Plan. The proposed apartment building complies with the Official Plan policies as follows: ► The density of the proposed apartment building is 44 units /hectare (17.6 units per acre) which conforms to the density criteria of the Official Plan. ► The proposal is on a collector road which allows apartment buildings at a density of 100 units /hectare (41 units /acre) ► The existing school will be used in its entirety with no plans to expand the building envelope. The building has existed for more than 40 years so it is part of the character of the neighbourhood. ► The proposed apartment building represents an intensification of the property and contributes to the City's housing supply. ► The reuse of the existing school building is an innovative form of redevelopment and residential is an appropriate use for the building. The portion of the subject lands are proposed to be rezoned General Commercial (GC) where the general intent of the Official Plan is maintained. Minor boundary adjustments for commercial lands are permitted without the need for an Official Plan amendment. COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PLAN The subject property is located in the Historic Drummondville Community Improvement Plan (CIP). The purpose of the CIP is to stimulate redevelopment in older commercial areas where one would find lower order commercial uses and empty stores. The CIP contains financial incentives to promote redevelopment of commercial and residential uses. One of the specific projects highlighted in the CIP is the possible acquisition of the Battlefield School, should it become available. ZONING The proposed site specific R5A zone would allow the school to be converted into an apartment building containing 30 dwelling units. The building is predominantly single storey with the exception of the gymnasium area which is two storey. The overall footprint of the building will remain the same. Site specific amendments requested include: 6 - Council Minutes April 24, 2012 ► Reduced rear yard setback from 10m (32.8 ft) to 8m (26.2 ft) ► Increase the maximum lot coverage from 30% to 36.5% ► Reduction in the required parking from 42 to 35 spaces (done to address the residents concerns of preservation of as many trees as possible). The proposed Open Space (OS) zone is intended to be used for parkland that will commemorate the Battle of Lundy's Lane. Establishing a City park is a good way to acknowledge the historic significance until the site is officially listed or designated. The Region is recommending that a holding category be placed on any portion of the property where new development will result in soil disturbance pending the completion of an archaeological assessment. The acquisition of the school play area by the City will allow for the expansion of the publicly held Battlefield lands and improve pedestrian access opportunities. The Community Improvement Plan encourages new residential development through a Residential Loan program. The proposed apartment use would have a positive impact on the local economy with more people living in the area and utilizing local services and retail uses. The building provides an opportunity for an adaptive reuse project that has occurred in other areas of the City. Financial Implications The City has a policy governing the sale of municipal land which is to be followed. It is the intent to use revenue from the sale of portions of the subject property to help offset the cost of the purchase. The apartment rezoning provides an opportunity to partner with Stamford Kiwanis to lessen the financial impact on taxpayers by sharing the cost of the land acquisition. The conversion of the former school into an apartment building would contribute to the tax base of the corporation. The adaptive reuse is considered to be sustainable development because it maximizes the use of an existing building, capitalizes on existing municipal infrastructure services and does not add to waste in the landfill if the school was to be demolished. Recommendation That Council approve the Zoning By -law amendment application to rezone part of the lands to a site specific Residential Apartment 5A (R5A) zone to permit the existing school building to be used as a 30 unit apartment building, part of the lands to a General Commercial (GC) zone and the remaining portion of the lands to an Open Space (OS) zone, as detailed in the staff report. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Kerrio, seconded by Councillor Pietrangelo that PD- 2012 -27 be deferred to allow six months for the residents to raise funds for the purchase of the property. Carried Unanimously with Councillor Wing declaring a conflict. Councillor Pietrangelo chaired the Budget meeting. BUDGET MATTERS Ed Biewlawski, made a presentation to Council on the lack of equity in the water rate system and discrepancy in meter sizes. 7 Council Minutes April 24, 2012 The Director of Finance made a presentation on the status of the Municipal Utility Budget. 1. F- 2012 -16 - 2012 Municipal Utility Budget The report recommends the following: 1. That Council approve the City's 2012 Municipal Utility Budget and the water and sewer rates for 2012 as outlined in the attached rate schedule (Chart 3). 2. That Staff revisit the merits of a new rate structure upon completion of the Niagara Region's Water and Wastewater Service Delivery Review. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Maves, seconded by Councillor Kerrio that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously 2. F- 2012 -20 - Regional Wastewater Overpayment Transfer to Special Purpose Reserves for Meter Replacement. The report recommends that Council approve an allocation of $2,385,321 into a Special Purpose Reserve (Water and Sewer Meter Replacement Reserve) A recorded vote was requested. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wing, seconded by Councillor Thomson that Council approve an allocation of $2,385,321 into a Special Purpose Reserve (Water and Sewer Meter Replacement Reserve). Councillor Wing AYE Councillor Kerrio AYE Councillor Thomson AYE Councillor Gates NAYE Councillor loannoni Absent Councillor Pietrangelo NAYE Councillor Morocco AYE Mayor Diodati AYE Councillor Maves AYE Motion Carried Councillor Pietrangelo stepped down as Chair, 9:05 p.m. MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Diodati extended condolences to the family of Ethel Fielding, mother of Captain Will Fielding, who was recently awarded the Military Metal of Valour and to the family of Bill Abbott, husband of Marian, a retired Transit employee. Mayor Diodati advised of some recent events: Mike Strange, local resident and former Olympic Boxer kicked off his "Boxrun" across Canada from Thunder Bay to Vancouver. The Regency Athletic Resort Grand Opening recently took place. Mayor Diodati advised of some upcoming events: Arbour Day, Community Clean Sweep and the Niagara Portage Adventure. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK 1 DWQMS Coordinator - requesting May 6 - 12'h be proclaimed as Drinking Water Week. RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council. See approval earlier in the agenda. - 8 - Council Minutes April 24, 2012 2. RedBoss Pyrotechnics - request for fireworks displays at the Great Wolf Lodge for various dates in the summer and on New year's Eve. RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council, subject to the appropriate insurance coverage acceptable to the City. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Kerrio, seconded by Councillor Morocco that the request be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously 3. Regional Municipality of Niagara - requesting input from Council on the application by Sobey's for a tourist exemption for various statutory holidays under the Retail Business Holiday's Act. RECOMMENDATION: That Council support the application. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Morocco that the Council support the application. 4. Downtown BIA - requesting approval of their 2012 budget. RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council. Carried Unanimously ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Morocco, seconded by Councillor Mayes that the request be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously 5. Marineland - requesting to enter into lease arrangements with the City and the Region to enable beautification efforts at their entrance and exit. RECOMMENDATION: Refer to staff. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Morocco that the recommendation be approved and staff be directed to forward the request related to the Regional property to the Region for their consideration. Carried Unanimously 6. Town of Grimsby - requesting Council support petitioning the Provincial government to reconsider the cancellation of the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital. RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Morocco, seconded by Councillor Kerrio that the communication be received and filed. Motion Carried with Councillor Gates and Thomson opposed. 7. Town of Niagara -on- the -Lake - requesting requesting Council support petitioning the OLGC to reconsider the decision to eliminate slot machines at the Fort Erie racetrack. RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Morocco, seconded by Councillor Kerrio that the resolution be supported. Carried Unanimously ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Morocco, seconded by Councillor Kerrio that the Federal government be petitioned to amend the Criminal Code to allow the private sector to own and operate gaming establishments. Motion Carried with Councillor Gates opposed - 9 - Council Minutes April 24, 2012 REPORTS RATIFICATION OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE RECOMMENDATIONS ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Maves that the actions taken in the Committee of the Whole meeting, April 24, 2012 be approved. Carried Unanimously 1) The Committee of the Whole minutes of the March 27, 2012 be approved as amended. 2) REPORTS: a) TS- 2012 -14 Historic Drummondville Parking Study 1. That the report be deferred. b) MW- 2012 -26 Kalar Road Home For Girls Soccer Proposed Home for Girls Soccer 1. That Council support the Niagara United Soccer Club's efforts to attract a professional soccer franchise and commit expenditures up to $57,600 (plus taxes) for operational improvements. And further, 2. That staff be directed to provide an update report on long term plans to expand the operation and address outstanding issues regarding parking, lighting, access and field utilization for other community groups. c) MW- 2012 -23 Willow Road Drainage Petition 1. That Council not proceed with the drainage works to provide an improved outlet for Willow Road located in the Town of Fort Erie; and 2. That written notice of this decision be provided to the Town of Fort Erie as required by the Drainage Act. RESOLUTIONS NO. 10 - THOMSON- GATES - THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council consent to Centennial Square being the venue fior a wine garden for this year's Springlicious and that Niagara Falls City Council considers the fifth annual Springlicious as an event of municipal significance and supports the provision of a Special Occasion Liquor Licence (SOP) for the event. Carried Unanimously NO. 11 - THOMSON - GATES - THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Niagara Falls City Council considers the first annual Guy Show as an event of municipal significance and supports the provision of a Special Occasion Liquor Licence (SOP) for the event. Carried Unanimously - 10 - Council Minutes April 24, 2012 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. BDD- 2012 -07 - VTS Maintenance Facility Location Update. The report recommends that Council endorse the Montrose Business Park as the location for the VTS Maintenance Facility. F- 2012 -18 - Major Receivables Monthly (March). The report recommends that Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables report for information purposes. F- 2012 -19 - Municipal Accounts. The report recommends that Council approve the municipal accounts totalling $37,284,901.89 for the period March 8, 2012 to April 4, 2012. L- 2012 -09 - 1720679 Ontario Limited ( Menechella), Encroachment Agreement with the City, 4955 Clifton Hill (Dave & Buster's). The report recommends the following: 1. That 1720679 Ontario Limited (the "Owner ") be permitted to encroach onto City - owned lands abutting 4955 Clifton Hill, as illustrated in the attachments to this report. 2. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the required Encroachment Agreement. MW- 2012 -20 - DWQMS Operational Plan Annual Submission. The report recommends the following: 1) That City Council as Owners of the Niagara Falls Water Distribution System endorse the Drinking Water Quality Management System Operational Plan, and 2) That staff be authorized to make the appropriate application to the Canadian General Standards Board. MW- 2012 -22 - Commemorative Tree and Bench Proposal. The report recommends the following: 1. That the Community Gift Giving Program and Millennium Trail Memorial Program be extended to include all City Parks, Trails and Cemeteries. 2. That the revised program be re- branded /named the Commemorative Tree & Bench program in response to the growing trend to commemorate, honour and recognize loved ones, both living and deceased. 3. That this program be used as the starting point for any and all Park, Trail and Cemetery related sponsorship /donation programs (i.e. Downtown Park Project) to allow for a standardized program and fee schedule throughout the municipality. 4. That the fee schedule be updated (effective January 2013) to address increased maintenance and operations costs. MW- 2012 -24- Tender - Dorchester Road Reconstruction Mountain Road to Calaguiro Drive. The report recommends the following: 1. The contract be awarded to Alfidome Construction at the tendered price of $340,346.00. 2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents. - 11 - Council Minutes April 24, 2012 PD- 2012 -29 - 26CD -11- 2012 -01, Proposed Plan of Condominium, 5936 -5944 Main Street. Applicant: 1594268 Ontario Limited. The report recommends the following: 1. That the Plan of Condominium submitted by 1594268 Ontario Limited be draft approved subject to the conditions in Appendix 1. 2. That the Mayor or designate be authorized to sign the mylars and appropriate plans once the conditions in Appendix 1 have been met. 3. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute any agreements and any other required documents to allow for the registration of the condominium when all matters are addressed to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor. TS- 2012 -15 - Visitor Transportation System (VTS) Maintenance Staff Requirements. The report recommends that Council support the hiring of two Transit Mechanics and one Transit Serviceperson to assist with the maintenance of the additional sixteen(16) Visitor Transportation System buses and to mitigate the amount of overtime currently incurred to maintain the existing fleet. TS- 2012 -16 - Garner Road and Warner Road Temporary Heavy Vehicle Restrictions. The report recommends that heavy vehicles be prohibited on Garner Road between Mountain Road and Warner Road and on Warner Road between Taylor Road and Garner Road until the completion of rehabilitation work on the Beechwood Bridge on Regional Road 70 (Taylor Road). TS- 2012 -05 - Parkside Road - Parking Review. The report recommends that parking is restricted on the west side of Parkside Road between Heikoop Crescent and a point 25 metres north of Upper Canada Drive between 5:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, and all day on Saturday and Sunday, June 1 through September 1, inclusive. TS- 2012 -17 - First Avenue - Parking Review. The report recommends the existing no parking zone between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., on the west side of First Avenue between a point 51 metres north of Morrison Street and a point 69 metres north of Morrison Street, be removed. TS- 2012 -18 - Crysler Avenue -Taxi Stand Removal. The report recommends the existing taxi stand in effect daily between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m., on the west side of Crysler Avenue between a point 18 metres north of Queen Street and a point 39 metres north of Queen Street, be removed. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Pietrangelo that the reports on the Consent Agenda be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously with Councillors Thomson and Wing declaring conflicts on L- 2012 -09 MW- 2012 -19 - Kalar Road Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study , Westwood Street to Lundy's Lane, Final Report and Recommendation. The report recommends the following: 1. That the City Council adopt the recommendations set out in the Environmental Study Report for the Kalar Road Class Environmental Assessment Study; 2. That staff be directed to advertise the Notice of Study Completion as set out in the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mayes, seconded by Councillor Thomson that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously - 12 - Council Minutes April 24, 2012 BY -LAWS ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Gates that the by -laws be given a first reading. 2012 -22 A by -law to amend By -law No. 89 -2000, being a by -law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. (Stopping Prohibited) 2012 -23 A by -law to amend By -law No. 2002 -081, being a by -law to appoint City employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or municipal by -laws. 2012 -24 A by -law to authorize the payment of $37,284,901.89 for General Purposes. 2012 -26 A by -law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 24th day of April, 2012. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Maves that the by -laws be read a second and third time and passed. NEW BUSINESS Provincial Offences Court Carried Unanimously ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Wing that a letter be sent to the Region reiterating Council's position against the recommendation to consolidate the four Provincial Offences Courts to one. Carried Unanimously Overnight Parking on the Streets ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Gates that staff bring back a report on policies on overnight parking and on- street parking permits. Carried Unanimously Boxrun.ca ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Gates that a link to boxrun.ca be placed on the City's website. Carried Unanimously Niagara Parks Commission ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Maves that a letter be sent to NPC to encourage them to work with not - for - profit groups on community events. Carried Unanimously ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Maves, seconded by Councillor Pietrangelo that the meeting be adjourned at 10:20 p.m. i DEAN IORF,yt7A, CITY CLERK Carried Unanimously r JAMES M. DIODATI, MA Y R