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2013/04/23Niagara,Falls COUNCIL MEETING April 23, 2013 PRAYER: Councillor loannoni ADOPTION OF MINUTES: Council Minutes of April 9, 2013 * * * ** DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Disclosures of pecuniary interest and a brief explanation thereof will be made for the current Council Meeting at this time. 5:00 - 7:00 P.M. .Unfinished Business 1. TS- 2013 -17, WEGO Operations, Maintenance and Storage Facility Request for Tender RFT04 -2013 - Construction REPORTS 1 MW- 2013 -13 - Forestry Policies and Procedures 2. R &C- 2013 -08 - Athletic Field Allocation Policy PLANNING MATTERS 7:30 P.M. Public Meeting 26CD -11- 2013 -002, Draft Plan of Condominium ( Standard), 5547 Portage Road. Owners: B & A Rental Properties (2007) Inc. Agent: Rocco Vacca Proposed 3 Unit Commercial Condominium Background Material: Recommendation Report: PBD -2013 -33 -AND- 2 Correspondence from Enbridge Public Meeting AM- 2013 -004, Zoning By -law Amendment Amendment Application 7021 Stanley Avenue Owners: The Monastery of Mount Carmel Agent: Ed Lustig Proposed Vineyard, Winery and Retail Store Background Material: Recommendation Report: PBD -2013 -32 -AND- Correspondence from the Niagara Parks Commission Public Meeting AM- 2013 -002, Zoning By -law Amendment Application 5459 Ontario Avenue Applicant: Jose and Gloria Fernandez Agent: Osama Abo Nassar, Architect Conversion of Existing Dwelling into a 4 -Unit Apartment Building Background Material: Recommendation Report: PBD -2013 -34 * * * ** MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK 1 Niagara District Airport Commission- Council consider filling the vacancy on the Commission. RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council 2. St. Paul High School - Requesting for extension of the Noise By -law RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council - 3 - DWQMS Coordinator - Requesting that May 5 - 11, 2013 be proclaimed as Drinking Water Week. RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council Additional Items for Council Consideration: The City Clerk will advise of any items for Council consideration. REPORTS 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- 2013 -26 - Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Taxes F- 2013 -27 - Monthly Tax Receivables Report (March) F- 2013 -28 - Municipal Accounts MW- 2013 -07 - Tree Trimming and Shrub Removal on Portage Road MW- 2013 -18 - Niagara Tunnel Project Piezometer Well Easement Agreement - Ontario Power Generation Inc. MW- 2013 -19 - Tender RFT05 -2013 for Primary and Secondary Contractors for Supply, Service and Repair of Sanitary Sewer Mains, Storm Sewers, Sewer Lateral MW- 2013 -20 - "The Townes" Vacant Land Condominium, Condominium Agreement Amendment - Revised Phase 4 Limits R&C- 2013 -05 - Downtown Park Naming Request, "Rosberg Family Park" TS- 2013 -09 - Queen Street at Erie Avenue Intersection Control Review TS- 2013 -18 - Victoria Avenue at Walnut Street Turn Prohibitions TS- 2013 -19 - Ontario Avenue between Huron Street and Queen Street Parking Restriction 4 TS- 2013 -22 - Niagara College Summer Bus Service Extension TS- 2013 -24 - WEGO Smart Card RFQ RESOLUTIONS THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: (1) Council confirms the actions of Staff in filing the Notices of Appeal or Complaint against those properties set out in Schedule "A" attached to the Resolution; and (2) The Staff of the City of Niagara Falls are hereby directed to take whatever action is required to prepare, present and argue the City's case with respect to the assessment of the properties listed in Schedule "A" as attached to this Resolution of Council before the Assessment Review Board, including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the retention of legal counsel and qualified experts in the appraisal of real property RATIFICATION OF "IN CAMERA" MATTERS PROPERTY BY -LAWS Mayor Diodati will request whether there is anyone present that has an interest respecting the property matter. 2013 -64 A by -law to temporarily remove the public right of passage over a highway. BY -LAWS The City Clerk will advise of any additional by -laws or amendments to the by -laws listed for Council consideration. 2013 -65 A by -law to establish Part 4 on Reference Plan 59R -14430 as a public highway, to be known as and to form part of Frederica Street. 2013 -66 A by -law to amend a Vacant Land Condominium Agreement dated August 1, 2008, between 1736194 Ontario Limited and the City. - 5 - 2013 -67 A by -law to amend By -law No. 89 -2000, being a by -law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. (No Standing) 2013 -68 A by -law to authorize the execution of an Easement Agreement with Ontario Power Generation Inc. respecting access rights to a piezometer well associated with the Niagara Tunnel and designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 59R- 14809. 2013 -69 A by -law to amend By -law No. 2004 -173, being a by -law to prohibit or regulate the destruction, injury and planting of trees on municipal property within the City of Niagara Falls. 2013 -70 A by -law to authorize the payment of $44,074,350.79 for General Purposes. 2013 -71 A by -law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 23rd day of April, 2013. NEW BUSINESS Clerk's Division Inter - Department Memorandum TO: His Worship Mayor James M. Diodati & Members of Council FROM: Dean Iorfida City Clerk Ext. 4271 NiagaraFalls DATE: April 23, 2013 RE: WEGO Operations, Maintenance and Storage Facility Request for Tender Related to the matter noted above, from the last Council meeting, please find the following documents: ✓ The deferred report from April 9th, TS- 2013 -17, WEGO Operations, Maintenance and Storage Facility Request for Tender RFT04 -2013 - Construction ✓ Included with the aforementioned report is July 24, 2012 report: TS- 2012 -30 - WEGO Operations, Maintenance and Storage Facility Class B Cost Estimate Update. ✓ Memo outlining local contractors and suppliers involved in the Gale Centre, a project in which Aquicon was the General Contractor. ✓ Tender summary results for Tender RFT04 -2013 ✓ Copy of the Powerpoint from the April 9th meeting: Proposed Niagara Falls Bus Maintenance Facility ✓ A legible copy of the chart, from the powerpoint, entitled Comparison of Bus Maintenance Facility Budget to Project Costs (36 -Bay (60 %) Storage Option) with cost breakdown. ✓ A memo from the Director of Transportation Services on the Waterloo facility will be provided in Additions. Working Together to Serve Our Community Clerks • Finance • Human Resources • Information Systems • Legal • Planning & Development NiagaraJalls REPORT TO: SUBMITTED BY: SUBJECT: TS- 2013 -17 April 9, 2013 Mayor James M. Diodati And Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Transportation Services & Business Development TS- 2013 -17 WEGO Operations, Maintenance and Storage Facility Request for Tender RFT04 -2013 - Construction RECOMMENDATION 1. That Council award the contract for the construction of the Bus Maintenance and Storage Facility to Aquicon Construction Co. Ltd. In accordance with RFT4 -2013. 2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement between the City and Aquicon Construction. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City received five bids from General Contractors in response to the tender to construct the new Bus Maintenance and Storage Facility. Aquicon Construction's bid of $19,589,000 (excluding contingency) is the lowest bid. Aquicon completed other major construction projects for the City including MacBain Community Centre and the Gale Centre. The project budget is $22,300,000 which includes grants from the Federal and Provincial governments and from GO Transit. The total cost of the Project is $25,714,500. To proceed, a contribution from Council of $3,414,500 will be necessary. It is staff's recommendation that debenture financing be utilized for the City's contribution. The required borrowing will not be made until project completion. The required debenture is within Council's approved debt management strategy. If approved, Aquicon would mobilize immediately. The estimated construction schedule is 14 months and completion is expected by July /August 2014. BACKGROUND The need for a new bus maintenance and storage facility is well documented in earlier reports to Council (BDD- 2011 -09, October 24, 2011 and TS- 2012 -30, July 24, 2012). The integration of the Niagara Falls Transit with the WEGO and Go Transit operations is an opportunity that will have positive implications in the short and long terms. April 9, 2013 ANALYSIS /RATIONALE -2- TS- 2013 -16 Council directed staff to develop a design that would result in an energy efficient building that was functional. Over the course of the design process, independent cost estimates were developed to guide the decision making process. This has resulted in a reduction of the project cost by over 13% since the first design was presented to Council. FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The summary of project costs and revenues are as follows: Project Costs Building Construction Construction Contingency Project Design, Investigations, Approvals Site preparation and Building Furnishings and Equipment Total Project Budget Project Contributions Federal and Provincial GO Transit Total Contributions Difference Project Cost to Contributions $19,589,000 $ 1,400,000 $ 4,725,500 $25,714,500 $18,300,000 $ 4,000,000 $22,300,000 $ 3,414,500 A contribution by the City of $3,414,500 is approximately 12% of the total project cost and significantly less than the estimated cost to repair the existing Transit facility building ($6,000,000) and the estimated cost of a new Niagara Falls Transit building ($15,000,000). The City's contribution represents a 50 -year investment in transit, maximizes the contributions of other government levels and provides the capability to service commercial buses. The City's contribution of $3,414,500 is required for the project to proceed. The funding source recommended by staff is debenture financing at the completion of the project. The required debenture is within the debt management strategy previously approved by Council. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The recommendation is consistent with Council's Strategic Priorities to integrate Niagara Falls Transit facilities with the WEGO facility and to pursue opportunities for Organizational Efficiencies and Effectiveness. April 9, 2013 LIST OF ATTACHMENTS -3- TS- 2013 -16 Report TS- 2012 -30 WEGO Operations, Maintenance and Storage Facility - Class B Cost Estimate Update Recommended by: Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services Serge Felicetti, Director of Business Development Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer S: \General Administration \GA 1.01 Reports \2013 CounciR4 Apr 9 \TS- 2013 -17 Construction of the WEGO Operations Maintenance & Storage Facility.wpd 1 J-LU7L -3U Niagaraaalls July 24, 2012 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Transportation Services /Business Development SUBJECT: TS -2012- 30 WEGO Operations, Maintenance, and Storage Facility Class B Cost Estimate Update RECOMMENDATION: That Council authorize staff to proceed, upon completion of a Class A cost estimate, to tender a combined WEGO/Niagara Falls Transit/Go Transit Operations, Maintenance and Storage Facility, at an upset limit of $27.6 million (includes $5.3 million investment from the City) for the construction of a combined facility with inside storage for 36 (includes 12 for GO Transit) buses. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The City of Niagara Falls has been presented with a rare opportunity to leverage Federal and Provincial funding (City's contribution rate of 20% which is well below the traditional 50% level) to construct a new Combined Transit Operations and Maintenance Facility. This funding could not have come at a better time as the current transit facility is more than 55 years old and in need of replacement. The cost to replace the existing building is estimated at $15 million, which would have been solely at the City's expense. At the January 24, 2012 Council Workshop, staff were instructed to explore pricing on the Class C 50% storage and the Class C base options. Based on Council's direction the following was achieved while preparing for the Class B cost estimate: • Building size reduced by 20% • Eliminated one service lane (3 to 2) • Indoor storage reduced by 50% • Removed Parking Operations • Reduced entire Administration Space by 12% From the combined contributions (Federal, Provincial and GO Transit), $22.3 million has been allocated to construct the WEGO/Niagara Falls Transit/GO Transit building. In order to include the conventional transit system operational needs an investment of $5.3 million will be required to construct this new 50 -year facility. 1 .7-4 4.1 I L -JV July 44, LUIL BACKGROUND: The City's transit consultant, IBI Group, concluded in the 2009 Transit Strategic Plan that, given projected future expansion of transit services in Niagara Falls including expansion of transit services to better serve the community, a new facility is required to meet future needs at an estimated cost of $15.0 million. Prior to the award of funding for the new WEGO system, Staff had identified within the 10- year Capital Budget that by 2014 it would need to fund the replacement of the existing transit operations and maintenance facility. With the announcement of the WEGO project, the City of Niagara Falls has been presented with a rare opportunity to leverage Federal and Provincial funding (at a rate of 20% which is well below the traditional 50% funding level) to construct a new combined Transit Operations and Maintenance Facility. The decision to combine the transit operations and maintenance facility was approved at the October 24, 2011 Council meeting at which time the staff were instructed to proceed with the design of a combined Niagara Falls Transit/WEGO /GO Transit facility. A subsequent Council workshop held on January 24, 2012, where a Class C cost estimate was presented illustrating the combined facility design. Following this presentation, Staff were instructed to look at further opportunities to reduce costs. In response to this, the following actions were undertaken; the building size was reduced by 20 %; eliminated one service lane (3 to 2); indoor storage reduced by 50 %; removed Parking Operations administration space; reduced administration space by 12 %. More specifically the administrative area was reduced as follows: • Reduced total administrative space by over 2,000 ft2 ($355,000) by consolidating spaces and uses • Removed conference room and coffee room /storage area — multi - purpose rooms are planned • "Squeezed" the building to further reduce space, offices, servicing and cost • Administrative space is approximately 12% of the total building A Class B Estimate has now been prepared, which is plus /minus 10% in accuracy. The following identifies (2) alternatives that were prepared with the associated size estimates for each described below: 1) Base Alternative Satisfies Federal and Provincial Funding Partners and GO Transit's requirements, however, does not satisfy conventional Transit's storage needs $2.8 million 2) 50% inside Storage Satisfies daily Conventional /WEGO needs (utilizes maintenance area (20 %), however is a reduced level of service compared to existing). $5.3 million The decision on the provision of indoor bus storage (how much to provide) versus outdoor bus storage has been debated for many years and it is difficult to quantify. Since the acquisition and construction of the current transit facility in 1975, indoor storage for the conventional fleet has always been above the 80% level, all other vehicles including the Chair -a -van, Inter - municipal vehicles, GO Transit and out of town buses have been stored outside. t J-LV IL -JV The attached appendices provide information related to Transit System Survey Regarding Vehicle Storage, Environmental Issues, and Benefits and Challenges to Outdoor Storage. Although below our current storage levels, the fact is that Staff feel comfortable in providing a 50% level of storage to meet the peak operational needs of both the conventional and WEGO operations without severely impacting the day to day operational costs. There may be times when extra staff may be required to address periodic harsh winter conditions, however, it is anticipated that these instances would be few and far between. Should these instances increase on a regular basis the building is built in a modular fashion that would allow for expansion in the future if warranted and funding is available. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE: The opportunity to combine the VTS /Niagara Falls Transit/GO Transit facility provides many mutual benefits to the City. As highlighted in the 2009 Transit Strategic Plan prepared by IBI, it would cost an estimated $5.0 to 6.0 million just to bring the existing 50- year -old building up to current building code standards. To build a new facility to accommodate Niagara Falls Transit only, it would cost an estimated $15 million which does not include the necessary land acquisition to enlarge the site to enhance the service per the 2009 Transit Strategic Plan. FINANCIAL /LEGAL /STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: The proposed capital cost estimate for the building, requires an investment of City funds. The City's investment allows for consolidation of all Transit operations in one facility. The proposed facility is an opportunity to leverage City funding with other partners contributing. The chart below provides a breakdown of the funding partners in this facility, showing both funding amount and percentage. The City's investment as shown above allows the City to avoid replacement of the existing transit garage at an estimated cost of approximately $15 million, consolidate all transit operations and build a modern facility utilizing a partnership with other funding partners. It is anticipated the proposed facility will accommodate operations for another 40 years. The construction schedule for the project requires the building be completed in 2014. As a result, Council would be required to commit funding in 2014 to this project should the recommended proposal be approved in principle. An investment of $5.3 million exceeds the annual allotment of capital transfers from the General Purposes Budget. As a result, the municipality should expect to debenture its share of the investment. Amount Percentage Federal Government $9.15 million 33.1% Provincial Government 9.15 million 33.1% GO Transit 4.00 million 14.5% City of Niagara Falls 5.30 million 19.3% Total Cost $27.60 million 100% The City's investment as shown above allows the City to avoid replacement of the existing transit garage at an estimated cost of approximately $15 million, consolidate all transit operations and build a modern facility utilizing a partnership with other funding partners. It is anticipated the proposed facility will accommodate operations for another 40 years. The construction schedule for the project requires the building be completed in 2014. As a result, Council would be required to commit funding in 2014 to this project should the recommended proposal be approved in principle. An investment of $5.3 million exceeds the annual allotment of capital transfers from the General Purposes Budget. As a result, the municipality should expect to debenture its share of the investment. July Lw, LV IL During 2012, Council considered a debt management strategy and approved additional borrowing for 2012, however, future years were subject to subsequent years' approvals. It should be noted that the proposed investment could be accommodated within the debt management plan as proposed by staff. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT: This initiative is supported by Council's Strategic Priorities - Provide Convenient, Accessible, & Sustainable Transportation through the Integration of Niagara Falls Transit facilities with the proposed People Mover facility. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS : Appendix A - Transit System Survey Regarding Vehicle Storage Appendix B - Environmental Issues Appendix C - Benefits and Challenges to Outdoor Storage Recommended by: Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services Serge Felicetti, Director of Business Development Ke Todd, Chief Administrative Officer 1 J'LV IL-JV S. \General Administration■GA 1.01 Reports■2012 Council \11 July 24 \FS -2012- 30 - WEGO Facility Class 8 Cost Estimate_1 wpd Appendix A Transit System Survey Regarding Vehicle Storage In 2009 a survey was conducted by City of Burlington staff to determine the vehicle storage infrastructure and experience in Ontario Transit systems. Survey responses were received from 21 transit systems and of those, five systems currently have outdoor storage facilities. Of those systems that currently have outdoor storage, only OC Transpo (Ottawa) would build outdoor storage facilities in the future. Below is a summary of experience from the five systems currently using outdoor storage. GO Transit GO Transit currently parks 141 of their 385 buses outdoors (with auxiliary heating systems). Based on the maintenance issues and operating costs associated with outdoor storage, all future storage will be indoors. The two largest facilities (Milton — 25 buses and Bramaiea — 58 buses) now have indoor storage. Kingston Transit Kingston Transit currently parks their fleet of 48 buses outdoors in an area that is partially covered. Kingston reports issues with cold temperatures, particularly with the bus air system, ice freezing on windows, heat (customer and bus operator comfort) and farebox malfunctions. As a result, a feasibility study was undertaken in 2009 to consider enclosing the storage area. The Study concluded the need for indoor storage vs outdoor storage and in 2011 City Council approved is proceeding with the transition to indoor storage. Mississauga Transit Mississauga has 422 vehicles with 100 outdoor spaces at 1 location. In 2005 Mississauga commissioned a study re the cost /benefit analysis and net present value assessment for outdoor vs. indoor storage. The study concluded that the life cycle costs of the two options are essentially equal for the indoor and outdoor options and that the decision should be made based on operational needs. The indoor storage of transit vehicles is preferred under considerations related to customer service (comfort, cleanliness, service reliability), employee working conditions (safety) and environmental impact (bus idling, noise, fluid spillage). All new facilities have been built with indoor storage based on challenges with outdoor storage and results of the cost/benefit and net present value assessment of outdoor versus indoor storage. OC Transpo (Ottawa) OC Transpo has 1,000 vehicles with 90 outdoor spaces at 1 location. In June 2004, OC Transpo prepared a report on outdoor vehicle parking following a 3 -year pilot project. OC Transpo uses the Webasto heating system as opposed to the UWE system used in Mississauga and Toronto. OC Transpo concluded the pilot program was successful and provided 34 awry L4, wIc recommendations related to outdoor storage. The first recommendation was "Notwithstanding the positive pilot results, as a hedge against any as yet undiscovered problems, all outdoor bus parking areas in future garage builds should be configured on the site such that they could be enclosed in the future if need be ". OC Transpo is currently designing a second outdoor storage facility. Toronto Transit Commission Toronto has 1600 vehicles with 300 outdoor spaces at 2 locations. The newest facility built in 2007 has 100% indoor storage based on operational challenges with the 2 existing outdoor storage facilities. Although Brampton Transit does not operate an indoor storage facility, Brampton undertook a similar study as Mississauga Transit in 2006. Brampton Transit's study reached the same conclusions as Mississauga Transit. The new Brampton Transit Operations Centre that opened in 2008 was built with indoor vehicle storage. vaaW7 cis, LV Ic Appendix B Environmental Issues Weather impact 10-AV IG-JV For outdoor vehicle storage, steps must be taken to minimize the effect of adverse weather conditions on vehicle mechanical systems (particularly engines, electrical and air systems). Although the outdoor storage technology keeps major vehicle components warm (engine and fluid systems) and maintains battery strength for starting, extra precautions must be taken to ensure the availability of buses for service each day. These precautions include pre - service start-up to warm buses to ensure key operating features are functioning (i.e . brakes /air system, windshield wipers, ramps, etc.) In colder weather conditions, it may be necessary to idle buses for extended periods (one hour or more) while maintenance staff attends to all vehicles. Transit systems reported the increased of salt and sand for outdoor storage areas, as staff are required to move throughout the vehicle parking area to attend to all the vehicles. This results in an increase in the repair and maintenance of the outdoor storage area and a need to replace the pavement sooner. Environmental Impact As discussed above, in colder winter conditions it may be necessary to idle buses for extended periods of time in order to properly warm up and defrost vehicles. Based on the survey of Ontario transit systems, the time required to idle buses ranged from 30 minutes up to 3 plus hours a day in some circumstances (winter conditions). Excessive idling results in increased fuel usage, additional wear on equipment components plus the environmental impacts of idling for extended periods of time. In addition. vehicle maintenance requirements increase due to idling and excessive vehicle exposure to the elements during the vehicles dormant period each night. i.e. engine components, electrical, air system. HVAC, steering, brakes. In addition to an increase in noise pollution produced by idling vehicles, fossil fuel powered vehicles emit several types of greenhouse gases (GHG's). These gases include carbon dioxide (CO2) that contribute to climate change and criteria air contaminants (CAC's) such as volatile organic compounds (VOC's), carbon monoxide (CO) and nitrogen oxides (NOX) that all contribute to air pollution. Heavy duty diesel powered vehicles emit criteria air contaminants (CAC's) such as particulate matter (PM) and nitrogen oxides (NOx ): however, with the latest technological advancements both diesel fuel and engine designs, the diesel powered vehicle of today will rival gasoline powered vehicles on emission standards during vehicle in- service operation. Excessive idling of any fossil fuel powered vehicle contributes to pollution regardless of the performance level of the emission controls. In order to comply with 2010 emission requirements, diesel powered vehicles in 2010 and beyond will be equipped with additional emission equipment including a storage tank under the bus that will contain liquid Urea (an odourless, biodegradable, ammonia based product). Urea will be injected into the exhaust system creating a chemical reaction to change nitrogen oxide (NOx) into water and nitrogen thereby resulting in cleaner emissions. The Urea product cannot freeze as it will not discharge into the exhaust system. Notwithstanding updated federal /provincial regulations and technological advancements, community leaders continue to strive in reducing greenhouse gases through the implementation of programs and /or local regulations. On October 19, 1998, Niagara Falls City Council passed By -law 98 -217, "A by -law to prohibit unnecessary idling of vehicles July L4, LUl L - o - within the City of Niagara Falls ". The adoption of this by -law clearly demonstrates Niagara Falls as a leader in this type of environmental initiative. The by -law states that "No person shall cause or permit a vehicle to idle for more than three (3) minutes in a sixty- minute period within the City's boundaries" Niagara Falls Transit vehicles are exempt from this bylaw, however all efforts to conform to the by -law should be taken into consideration in the decision making process. The City, along with various neighbouring communities is a partner in the Regional /Provincial initiative "Spare the Air Program ". The program is geared towards reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by providing not only an educational and awareness component, but also a follow up process to evaluate the effectiveness of the program. Vehicle Maintenance Requirements In colder weather conditions, servicing may also present challenges in that buses cannot be washed and stored outdoors during the winter season. Although buses can be rotated from indoor to outdoor storage, buses would not be washed every night during winter months when daily bus washing is often required. This constraint results in buses being dispatched into service that have not been cleaned which would project a negative public image. In addition, during inclement and cold weather conditions, minor repairs such as replacement of lights or mechanical adjustments are difficult to undertake, necessitating that vehicles be brought indoors. The major short -term advantage of outdoor storage is the capital cost savings over a facility with indoor storage. While it is generally accepted that the initial cost of construction is higher for indoor storage, the environmental (air quality, noise) and long -term operating cost benefits of indoor storage can outweigh the initial additional capital expense incurred. Outdoor storage also presents employee safety issues during winter months due to snow and ice. Indoor storage provides a controlled work environment thereby ensuring a safer work environment. Jul)/ L4, LV IL Appendix C Benefits and Challenges to Outdoor Storage 1 J-LV I L-JU The anticipated benefits to outdoor storage include: - Capital costs would be approximately 45% less than indoor storage - Operating costs for heating and hydro would be 65% Tess than indoor storage - Rate of vehicle corrosion would be slower due to fewer thaw out periods The anticipated challenges to outdoor storage include: - During adverse weather conditions (i.e. winter weather) additional maintenance staff would be required to start the buses, remove snow and ice from the buses. ( Additional Staffing required to provide the necessary time requirements to ensure vehicles parked outdoors are properly prepared at the end of the day for outdoor parking and the buses are ready in the a.m. for the start of the day.) - Winter yard maintenance would need to be enhanced to provide clear walking paths for drivers and maintenance staff. Snow removal from in between parked buses would be essential for staff safety. - Environmental spill containment requirements would need to be addressed. (Equipment and training) - Increased maintenance on bus heating systems, air systems, brakes, suspension, steering. driveline components. Environmental and cost issues (fuel, maintenance) related to buses idling in winter months. Increased use of sand and salt for outdoor storage area, as staff required to move throughout the vehicle parking area to attend to all vehicles. This results in an increase in the repair and maintenance of the outdoor storage area, and a shorter life cycle of the pavement. - Components freezing up including doors, ramps /kneeling systems, mirrors, wipers. air system, suspensions. - The need for thawing of undercarriages would require bus storage rotation to ensure that the undercarriages were dear. Due to accumulation of snow and ice on the underside of the buses they may become difficult to steer if not addressed. - Life expectancy of components may be lessened due to outdoor storage. Maintenance of outdoor storage equipment (outlets). - Staff training (i.e. adverse weather conditions, electrical). Dean Iorfida From: Serge Felicetti Sent: Wednesday, April 10, 2013 10:29 AM To: Dean Iorfida; Bill Matson Cc: Ken Todd; Karl Dren Subject: FW: Niagara Contractors Suppliers Apr 10 2013.docx Attachments: Niagara ContractorsSuppliers Apr 10 2013.docx Hi Guys, Last night council requested a list of Niagara contractors and suppliers who were involved with the Gale Ctr construction which Aquicon was the GC. Dave Schram provided the attached list could you please e-mail to council for their info. Thanks, Serge 1 February 2010 Niagara Contractor /Suppliers — Gale Centre Construction General Contractor — Aquicon Construction - Brampton • Walker Industries (Niagara Falls) — Supply Aggregates • Norjohn Paving (Niagara Falls) — Paving Contractor • Centennial Construction (Niagara Falls) — Internal Site Services • Design Electronics (Niagara Falls) — IT, Security, Communications • Advantage Restaurant Supply and Service (Niagara Falls) — Supply and Install Concession Equipment • Battlefield Equipment Rentals (Niagara Falls) • Niagara Block (Niagara Falls) — Blocks, Masonry Supplies • Ecco Electric (St. Catharines) — Electrical Sub - Contractor • Group 92 Mechanical (St. Catharines) — Mechanical Sub- Contractor • Cecchini Masonry (Thorold) - Bricklaying • La Farge (Niagara Falls) — Concrete Supply • La Farge Aggregates (Fonthill) — Supply of Arena Sand • Rona (Niagara Falls) and Home Depot (Niagara Falls) — General Supplies • Gales Gas (Niagara Falls) — Gas and Diesel Supply • Niagara Door and Hardware (Niagara Falls ) — Supply of Wood and Hollow Metal Doors and Frames • Canadian Door Doctor (Niagara Falls) — Door Installations • Regional Doors and Hardware (St. Catharines) — Supply of Door Hardware • Provincial Construction (Niagara Falls) — External Site Servicing • Salit Steel (Niagara Falls /Grimsby) — Supply and Install Rebar • Low's Glass (St. Catharines) — Supply and Install Windows • Derby Contractors Ltd. (Niagara Falls) — Supply and Install of Siding • Modern Crane (Niagara Falls) — Crane Rentals • Cameron Trucking (St. Catharines) — Dump Truck Rentals • Cotton (Niagara Falls) — Dump Truck Rentals • Heuser's Welding & Steel Works (Niagara Falls) — Hand Rails • Creative Store Fixtures (St. Catharines) — Sports Wall of Fame • PVS Contractors (Niagara Falls /St. Catharines) — Cable Supply & Install • Star Tile (Fonthill) — Tile, Terrazzo Floor Repairs Niagara paps City of Niagara Falls Request for Tender: RFT04 -2013 Construction of the City of Niagara Falls Bus Maintenance and Storage Facility TENDER SUMMARY Tender Opening: March 7, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. Number of Addenda Issued (6: including Addendum 1:A) Note: Request for Tender RFT04 -2013: Instructions to Bidders, Page IB 2, Section 2 d): "The Total tendered price only from the Form of Tender page FT 1 will be announced for each Tender opened, (excluding the Ontario Harmonized Sales Tax)" Tender Deposit: Letter of Credit for 10% of the total Tendered Price Or Bid Bond for 10% of the total Tendered Price on Form Company ....,Y., LLV L„VL Total Tendered Price (H.S.T. excluded) Aquicon Corporation Co. Ltd. 131 Delta Park Blvd., Brampton, ON L6T 5M8 $19, 589,000.00 Bondfield Construction Company Limited 407 Basaltic Road, Concord, ON L4K 4W8 S21,379,000.00 Buttcon Limited 8000 Jane Street, Tower B, Suite 401, Concord, ON L4K 5B8 S21,760,000.00 E11isDon Corporation 89 Queensway Avenue West, Suite 800, Mississauga, ON L5B 2V2 No Bid Graham Construction and Engineering LP 6108 Edwards Blvd., Mississauga, ON L5T 2V7 $20,900,000.00 Melloul- Blamey Construction Inc. 700 Rupert Street, Unit A, Waterloo, ON N2V 2B5 $20,279,000.00 Proposed Niagara Falls Bus Maintenance Facility PROJECT OVERVIEW April 9, 2013 Council Directions Oct. 2011 /Jan. 2012 /July 2012 • One Integrated Operation - "WEGO" and Niagara Falls Transit Operations • Maximize the Use of Provincial, Federal and GO Funding ($22,300,000) • Examine Indoor Bus Storage Options • Energy Efficient Building— Energy Design Workshop • Investigate Space Reductions & Design Changes z 18/04/2013 1 The Project • Integrated Operations — Transit, WEGO & Go Transit • Montrose Road Business Park (Kalar & Brown) • 104,400 ft2 Building — Administration (13 %), Maintenance (53 %) and Storage(36 Buses 34 %) • Fully Accessible — Employees & Visitors • Capable of Servicing Commercial Buses • Equivalent to "LEED GOLD" • EAA Approved Indoor Bus Storage • 36 Parking Spaces Included in Tender • 12 Allocated for Go Transit Buses • 24 Spaces Represent 60% of N.F. Transit /WEGO Needs • 80% of Fleet can be Stored using Maintenance Area 4 18/04/2013 2 Tender Process • Prequalified 6 General Contractors • 5 Bids Received - Aquicon Low Bid at $19,589,00 • Aquicon Completed MacBain & Gale Centre • Tender Price Reflects the Space Reductions and Design Changes Requested by Council • Cost Reduced by Over $3M Since 90% Estimate Comparison of Bus Maintenance Facility Budget to Project Costs (36 -Bay (60%) Storage Option) YTS Capital Budget PVOmgttplafdg,84488 (City) Class'0' (025 -30%) Estimate Class'C' (215 %) Estlmate Class 13 (210%) Estimate Oars A' (25 %)6stimate Tender Prlke architect Oesign /Contract Adminhtration 51,155,000 51,529,900 $0,529,900 $1,680,900 $1,800.000 51,850,000 Pmject Management 8 Related Services 5300.000 5243,600 5243,600 $243,600 5348,000 $448,000 Creostsbni lMeesllga!!au $75,000 575,000 550,000 575,000 $25.000 $70,000 Erwhonmental Assessment CRAP 8 Rune 1) 5100,000 555,000 555,000 $85,000 $85,000 53S,( 0 Ptoyerty Purchase $800,000 5925,000 N/R N/3 N/R She Preparation and Development. Awl IT, Telophene and 51,000000 Setlany, Approval, Permits, survey 5 822, 5000 $822,500 $693,500 $693,500 693,500 Metro. Sienage, Inspection & Cemmismning Allowances 5325.000 $325,000 5325,000 5300,000 5210,000 160,000 Building Construction . 36 Bays (5% allowance) 518,045.000 524,350,800 522,635,800 523,230,000 $23,864,500 521,000000 5841mprovement Program as 5245. 5158 000 614860000 664848s& Equipment (6986) $400,000 5100, 000 5400,000 $400A00 5404[%10 400,000 3606, Heavy Equipment $250,000 $250,000 5250,000 5250,000 5250,000 250,000 ( 1190 ,48060ru0.88COnt8,geruy4444nete 5250.000 5250000 5250,000 $250,000 5150,000 OD 000 Nem6erurba851457 (51,76 %) 5400.000 $400,000 $400,000 5400000 $400,000 Total 522,300000 529,496,800 529,536,800 527,608,000 529,021,000 525,714,500 6 18/04/2013 3 Summary of Project Budget A. Project Costs Aquicon Contract $19,589,000 Contingency $1,400,000 Site Preparation $758,000 Project Design, Approvals, Design, Furnishings, Equipment, Road Improvements $3,967,500 $25,714,500 B. Project Contributions Federal, Provincial and Go Transit $22,300,000 Difference $3,414,500 7 City's Contribution • $3,414,500 Contribution Required • Represents 12% of Total Project Costs • Compare to: $6M in Immediate Repairs $15M for a New Facility • 50 Year Investment in Transit 8 18/04/2013 4 Next Steps • Execute Contract with Aquicon • Initiate Construction in April 2013 • Complete Construction in Fall 2014 9 18/04/2013 5 Co) O Comparison of Bus Maintenance Facility Budget to Project Costs (36 -Bay (60%) Storage Option) ro ect Cons' • eratio "O O C O 14 .a C 4 � C c tir O a c m C O Q AO. 0. 0 Q w m 3 o, Sign: e, In • action , Commissioning owance CO Z \STAFF\Rachel Cameron \City of Niagara Falls - Bus Maintenance & Storage Facility12013■MarchlAprii\Table 1 - Comparision of Bus Maintenance -April 2013.doc Summary of Project Budget 0 0 o © Lnn, 0 oo in in �0°. 0 ° Lnn r °m oa s—( c—I h M N N M in. in. in. in. ih ill, ih Aquicon Contr Site Preparation Project Contributions m Provincial and Go Transit Z: \STAFF\Rachel Cameron \City of Niagara Falls - Bus Maintenance & Storage Facifityi20131March\April\Summary of Project Budget April 2013.doc April 18, 2013 TABLE 3 Further Details on the Budget for "Project Design, Approvals, Designs, Furnishings, Equipment, Road Improvements" Project Activity Budget • Architect Design /Contract Administration $1,850,000 • Project Management $348,000 • Geotechnical Investigations $70,000 • Environmental Assessment (TPAP &Phase 1) $85,000 • Security Consultant, Approvals, Permits, Surveys, IT and Security Systems $131,200 • Hydro Signage, Inspection, Commissioning Allowances $160,000 • Site Preparation, Development, Road Reconstruction $562,300 • Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF &E) $400,000 • Tools, Heavy Equipment $250,000 • Non - Construction Contingency Allowance $100,000 Sub - Total: Project Allowance and Fees $3,956,500 Z:\STAFRRachel Cameron\City of Niagara Falls - Bus Maintenance & Storage Facility120131March\April\Table 3- Project Design, Approvals, Design, Furnishing, Equipment, Road Improvements - April 2013,doc Page 1 of 1 MW- 2013 -13 Niagara,Falls April 23, 2013 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works Department SUBJECT: MW- 2013 -13 Forestry Policies and Procedures RECOMMENDATION 1. That Council approve the following Forestry policies; a) Installation and Removal of Public Trees within City Road Allowances (314.01) b) Maintenance of Street Trees Less Than 50% on City Property (314.02) c) Pest in City Trees (314.03) d) Street Trees in New Subdivisions (314.04) e) Tree Trimming and Root Tracing (314.05) f) Tree Sculptures on City Road Allowance (314.06); and 2. That Council discontinue the current policy (for housekeeping purposes) entitled "Removal of Dead Trees within City Road Allowances" (315.20) as it is incorporated into the new policies; and 3. That Council approve the minor amendments to the City's Municipal Property Tree By -law 2004 -173 as described in this report. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY City Staff are making efforts to review and revise the Corporation's existing policies and procedures. This has resulted in the discontinuation or revision of older outdated policies, and the creation of newer policies and procedures. The purpose of this update is to review and improve all policies and procedures to ensure they reflect today's standards. Well- written policies and procedures promote efficiency, effectiveness and consistency while upholding the Corporate values. The benefits of updating polices and procedures are; to maintain a well- informed, open, transparent and consistent organization identify key activities reduce the Corporation's liability by including Risk Management functions and providing proof of intent streamline processes improve information to the public as well as all City staff save time and effort as well as assist in new employee training April 23, 2013 - 2 - MW- 2013 -13 • provide a strategy for decision makers on how to handle issues as they arise • helps to reduce mistakes and the potential for misunderstandings and conflict BACKGROUND The Forestry division currently has one policy entitled "Removal of Dead Trees within City Road Allowances" which took effect on January 13, 1969 (Attachment 7). Five new policies have been created and the old policy is incorporated accordingly. Therefore, the old policy can be discontinued because it is expanded upon in the new policies. The removal of the old policy is simply for housekeeping purposes. The new policies have been created as a result of practices that are currently in place as well as feedback from staff and Risk Management. On November 21, 2012 the new polices were presented to the Park -in- the - City- Committee. Members had an opportunity to review the proposed polices and commented positively on issues involving native tree specie choices and replacement planting guidelines. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE The Municipal Works Department will now enact six policies and procedures: Installation and Removal of Public Trees (314.01) This policy is an expansion of the original Forestry Policy No. 315.20. This practice has already been followed by City forces however it is now documented into a formal policy (see Attachment 1). Maintenance of Street Trees Less Than 50% on City Property (314.021 This policy is an expansion of the original policy 315.20. This policy outlines responsibilities for the City and property owners as it relates to trees located on City property (Attachment 2). Pest in City Trees (314.03) This policy was created to establish the protocol for how the Forestry section handles inquiries from the public regarding pests in City trees. This practice has already been followed by City forces however it is now documented into a formal policy (Attachment 3). This service is offered by the City through the use of specialized contract service. Street Trees in New Subdivisions (314.04) This policy outlines the planting of trees in new subdivisions (Attachment 4). This practice has already been followed however it is now documented into a formal policy. Tree Trimming and Root Tracing (314.05) This policy outlines the criteria for trimming and root tracing (grinding) of City trees. (Attachment 5). April 23, 2013 - 3 - MW- 2013 -13 This practice has already been followed by City forces however it is now documented into a formal policy. Tree Sculpture on City Road Allowance (314.06) This new policy sets out the procedures for requesting, approving and establishing tree sculptures on City road allowances, and addresses the roles and responsibilities of each of the participants. Amend By -law 2004 -173 - City of Niagara Falls Municipal Property Tree By -law Proposed changes reflect the transfer of responsibility from the "Director of Parks and Recreation" to the "Director of Municipal Works" as well as an updated Schedule A. Also Schedule B has been updated to include the current Approved Street Trees Species List. No other policy or procedure changes are affected. Municipal Works staff will continuously monitor the policies and procedures as they impact operations, the public and Risk Management and will create new policies as required. Any future policies will be presented to Council for approval. FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS There are no financial, staffing or legal implications imposed through the approval of the recommendations contained in this report. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The recommendations contained in this report are consistent with Council's Strategic priorities by focussing on continuous improvement, providing valued services and excellent customer service, and engaging and informing citizens about decisions. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Installation and Removal of Public Trees (314.01) 2. Maintenance of Street Trees Less Than 50% on City Property (314.02) 3. Pest in City Trees (314.03) 4. Street Trees in New Subdivisions (314.04) 5. Tree Trimming and Root Tracing (314.05) 6. Tree Sculpture on City Road Allowance (314.06) 7. Old Policy to be Discontinued - Removal of Dead Trees within City Road Allowances (315.20) Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: iC Geoff Holman, 'rector of Municipal Works Ken Dodd, Chief Administrative Officer Selene Tudini /Marianne Tikky /Geoff Holman Department ,, -„i� Municipal Works ,/ Subject Installation and Removal of Niagaraf-aIIs Public Trees Issue Date July 5, 2012 © Policy ❑ Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page Forestry 314.01 April 23, 2013 Page 1 of 4 Purpose This policy forms part of the City of Niagara Falls Boulevard Landscaping and Tree Planting Specifications. In addition to the regulations listed in By -law 2004 -173 (as amended), the provisions of this policy will apply to all public trees under the jurisdiction of the City of Niagara Falls. All definitions listed under Section 1 of By -law 2004 -173 are deemed to have the same meaning and application in this policy. In addition to these definitions, the following terms are defined for clarity within this policy; "Municipal Operations" include, but are not limited to, activities such as road, sewer, water and utility construction projects. "Planning and Development Projects" involve the development of industrial, commercial, institutional or residential properties as a result of a Site Plan Control Application as well as the development of Plans of Subdivision. "Public Tree" is any tree which has greater than or equal to fifty (50) per cent of its trunk diameter on public property. "Hazard" means a tree that is a potential hazard to property or life, but not an immediate threat. All City Departments requiring tree removals as part of either Municipal Operations or Planning and Development Projects must seek the appropriate approvals in accordance with all established policies and by -laws. Procedure Removal 1 The Director of Municipal Works or his /her designate may remove public trees which are dead, which are no longer viable to maintain, or which, for any one of the following high risk factors or hazards, a tree removal may be required; Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report# Bylaw# 2004 -173 as Amended Date Niagararalls Department Subject Issue Date Policy Municipal Works Installation and Removal of Public Trees July 5, 2012 ❑ Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page Forestry 314.01 April 23, 2013 Page2of4 a. The tree is infected with an insect pest or tree disease that could cause an epidemic and removal is the recommended action to prevent transmission. b. The tree is dead or suffering from major decay which cannot be treated successfully and is therefore susceptible to Dutch Elm Disease or poses a threat to public safety or property. c. The tree poses a threat to persons or property which cannot be corrected by pruning, transplanting or other treatments. d. Removal of the tree is required to accommodate civic projects such as sewers, roadways, utilities, buildings or driveways and there is no cost - effective alternative to save the tree. e. Removal of the tree is required to mitigate conflicts such as the obstruction of motorist or pedestrian sight - lines, roof damage to buildings, sidewalks or underground water or utility lines, or interference with overhead utility lines or public maintenance work, and there is no cost - effective alternative to save the tree. f. The tree has been severely damaged in a storm, fire or other natural or man inflicted cause, and there is no possibility of repairing it. g. The tree interferes with the growth and development of a more desirable tree. 2. Where is has been determined that the removal of a public tree is required for Planning and Development Projects, or for Municipal Operations the Director of Municipal Works or his /her designate may authorize the removal of an obstructing or interfering tree within the City's road allowance. 3. Completed applications for tree removals or relocations to accommodate private development projects such as garages or driveways will be reviewed by the Forestry Supervisor on an individual basis and he /she shall issue a Permit where; Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report# Bylaw# 2004 -173 as Amended Date iagaraj"alls Department Subject Issue Date July 5, 2012 Policy ❑ Procedure Municipal Works Installation and Removal of Public Trees Division Policy # Revision Date ...................... Page Forestry 314.01 April 23, 2013 Page 3 of 4 a. The tree location conflicts with any proposed building permit plans that comply with the City's Zoning Bylaw; b. There will be no negative impact on flood or erosion control, or slope stability, as the case may be; or c. The injury or destruction of the tree is otherwise acceptable to the Forestry Supervisor. 4. Where the Forestry Supervisor recommends that a Permit not be issued, he shall advise the applicant forthwith. Within 30 days of receiving notice of the Forestry Supervisor's recommendation to refuse the application, the applicant may request to appear before The Park in the City Committee to make representations regarding the Forestry Supervisor's recommendations. The decision of The Park -in- the -City Committee shall be final in all respects. Installation: 1. The Forestry Department undertakes a tree - planting program to replace trees that have been removed due to disease, old age, emergency excavation, etc. Replacement of these trees will take place at a rate of two planted -to -one removed, if possible. Factors affecting replacement where the rate may be one -to -one or one -to -zero are as follows; a. Narrow frontage b. Homeowner adamantly refuses a new tree c. Undesirable location (sight line obstruction) 2. The Forestry Supervisor shall review all completed applications and shall issue a Permit for the planting of a tree on public property where the tree is in a location, and is of a species satisfactory to, the Forestry Supervisor. Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report# Bylaw# 2004 -173 as Amended Date Department Subject tagaraJ ails Issue Date Municipal Works Installation and Removal of Public Trees July 5, 2012 Policy ❑ Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page Forestry 314.01 April 23, 2013 Page 4 of 4 A person who receives a Permit to plant a tree on public property pursuant to the Bylaw shall comply with all directions and requirements of the Forestry Supervisor and shall comply with the conditions set out in By -law 2004 -173 (as amended). Stumping: Upon removal of a public tree a stump may remain on said property until Spring of the current or following year. The City's contractor for stump removal and restoration will remove the stump by grinding and then restore the area with top soil, sod and /or seed. Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report# Bylaw# 2004 -173 as Amended Date NiagaraJ4r11s Purpose Department Subject Issue Date ❑ Policy Municipal Works Maintenance of Street Trees Which are less than 50% on City Property January 13, 1969 I: Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page Forestry 314.02 April 23, 2013 Page 1 of 4 To establish a uniform protocol for responding to requests for maintenance of street trees where the main stem is less than 50% on City property. Procedure The City of Niagara Falls defines a "Public Tree" as any tree which has greater than or equal to fifty (50) per cent of its trunk diameter on public property, and "Private Tree" is defined as any tree which has greater than fifty (50) per cent of its trunk diameter on private property. The ownership definition has several implications, most significantly relative to responsibility for tree removal costs. Due to any one of the following high risk factors or hazards a tree removal may be ordered; 1. The tree is infected with an insect pest or tree disease that could cause an epidemic and removal is the recommended action to prevent transmission. 2. The tree is dead or suffering from major decay which cannot be treated successfully and is therefore susceptible to Dutch Elm Disease or poses a threat to public safety or property. 3. The tree poses a threat to persons or property which cannot be corrected by pruning, transplanting or other treatments. 4. Removal of the tree is required to accommodate civic projects such as sewers, roadways, utilities, buildings or driveways and there is no cost - effective alternative to save the tree. 5. Removal of the tree is required to mitigate conflicts such as the obstruction of motorist or pedestrian sight - Tines, roof damage to buildings, sidewalks or underground water or utility lines, or interference with overhead utility lines or public maintenance work, and there is no cost - effective alternative to save the tree. Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report#MW - 2013 -13 By -law #2004 -173 as Amended Date By -law #98 -050 April 23, 2013 N 1agaraJal1s Department Subject Issue Date January 13, 1969 ❑ Policy ❑x Procedure Municipal Works Maintenance of Street Trees Which are less than 50% on City Property Division Policy # Revision Date Page Forestry 314.02 April 23, 2013 Page 2 of 4 6. The tree has been severely damaged in a storm, fire or other natural or man inflicted cause, and there is no possibility of repairing it. 7. The tree interferes with the growth and development of a more desirable tree. Where the City's Forestry Supervisor recommends a private tree be removed due to one of the risk factors or hazards noted above or when a private tree poses a threat to pedestrian or vehicular traffic and /or destruction to public property, the Forestry Supervisor will issue an order to the City's Property Standards Division for the removal of said private tree. Property Standards Division: If the matter is determined to be of an urgent nature, a Property Standards Officer would be dispatched on the same day of the complaint submission to conduct an investigation and ascertain if there is contravention of a City Property Standards By -law #98 -050. If it is determined that a bylaw has been violated, the Officer prepares a Property Standards Inspection Report. Property Standards Inspection Report The Property Standards Inspection Report is sent to the alleged offender /property owner(s) and contains: • the contact (name and number) information of the Property Standards Officer • the date the inspection was conducted • the list of violations or deficiencies • a description of what must be done to correct the violations /deficiencies and the number of days given to effect compliance. Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report#MW - 2013 -13 By -law #2004 -173 as Amended Date By -law #98 -050 April 23, 2013 Department Subject Niagaraf -rrlls Issue Date Municipal Works Maintenance of Street Trees Which are less than 50% on City Property January 13, 1969 ❑ Policy ❑x Procedure Division Policy 14 Revision Date Page Forestry 314.02 April 23, 2013 Page 3 of 4 The alleged offender /property owner is generally given 14 days or more to comply with the Report or is otherwise required to make a commitment to the Property Standards Officer as to when the items in the Report will be completed /corrected. Order To Comply following Inspection Report Expiration If the alleged offender /property owner does not notify the Property Standards Officer of compliance to the Inspection Report within the number of days specified or by the designated completion date noted in the Report, the Officer files an Order To Comply against the offender /property owner. Appealing to the Property Standards Committee The offender /property owner may appeal the Order To Comply, within the designated Appeal period, to the Property Standards Committee. The Committee may rescind, amend or confirm the Order or may extend the time to complete the work. Order To Comply following Inspection Report Expiration If the alleged offender /property owner does not notify the Property Standards Officer of compliance to the Inspection Report within the number of days specified or by the designated completion date noted in the Report, the Officer files an Order To Comply against the offender /property owner. Failing to Comply with the Order If all work under the Order To Comply has not be satisfactorily completed by the due date(s) and the Order has not been appealed within the Appeal period, it will be considered that the offender /property owner failed to comply, the Order will be deemed confirmed and no further appeal will be allowed. Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report#MW - 2013 -13 By -law #2004 -173 as Amended Date By -law #98 -050 April 23, 2013 Niagara) ells Department Division Municipal Works Maintenance of Street Trees Which are less than 50% on City Property Subject Issue Date January 13, 1969 ❑ Policy ❑x Procedure Policy # Revision Date Page Forestry 314.02 April 23, 2013 Page 4 of 4 Once an Order To Comply is deemed confirmed and where the offender /property owner makes no attempt to correct the deficiencies, the City may take legal action against an offender /property owner through the Court. A conviction of an individual carries a maximum fine of $25,000 for a first offence and $50,000 for each subsequent offence. A conviction of a corporation carries a maximum fine of $50,000 for a first offence and $100,000 for each subsequent offence. Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report#MW - 2013 -13 By -law #2004 -173 as Amended Date By -law #98 -050 April 23, 2013 Department Subject N iagararaiis Purpose Issue Date Municipal Works Pest in City Tree July 5, 2012 ❑ Policy ❑x Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page Forestry 314.03 April 23, 2013 Page 1 of 1 To establish a uniform protocol for responding to requests for pest removal from street trees on City property. Procedure The City Forestry Department will coordinate the response for removing bee nests or other invasive insects. Pest Control services will be contacted or the Beekeepers Association of Ontario to relocate a honey bees nest. The Forestry Supervisor will inspect, upon request, an insect infestation to determine if it is harmful to a City tree. Many insects are not harmful to trees. They may take shelter in a tree without damaging it, or they may even provide benefits to a tree, as in the case of ladybugs eating aphids. Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report#MW - 2013 -13 Bylaw #2004 -173 as Amended Date April 23, 2013 NiagaraJalts Department Subject Issue Date Municipal Works Street Tree Planting New Subdivision July 5, 2012 Policy ❑ Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date ................... Page Forestry 314.04 April 23, 2013 Page 1 of 3 Purpose In all new residential subdivisions within the City of Niagara Falls, street trees are planted by either the Developer or the Builder in accordance with subdivision plans that have been approved by the City. These trees are intended to create a pleasant and healthy environment along our City's streets. Considerable effort goes into creating subdivision plans that offer the best placement of parks, walkways, trees and driveways, as well as the best mixture of trees in each community. Street trees are usually planted in new subdivisions shortly after the lots are sodded. If lots were sodded in the fall, the street trees will probably be planted the next spring. If the lots are sodded in the spring, the street trees will probably be planted in the fall, weather permitting. Trees are usually not planted during the hot and dry months of July and August. Although street trees are planted within the City's road allowance along the front of residential lots, the condition of each tree remains the responsibility of the developer or builder until the subdivision has been assumed by the City. A subdivision is usually assumed by the City after two to four years, once the developer or builder has completed all work required of them by the City. This means that if a tree dies within two years of being planted, it will be replaced by the developer or builder. If a tree dies after two years of being planted, the City will replace it. This policy forms part of the City of Niagara Falls Boulevard Landscaping and Tree Planting Specifications. In addition the regulations listed in By -law 2004 -173 (as amended), the provisions of this policy will apply to all public trees under the jurisdiction of the City of Niagara Falls. Procedure Boulevard & Tree Planting Specifications This program involves the supply and installation of street trees along all streets within the plan of subdivision. In the majority of subdivisions, the boulevard improvements requirement Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report#MW - 2013-13 Bylaw #2004 -173 as Amended Date April 23, 2013 Niagarayalls Department Municipal Works Subject Street Tree Planting New Subdivision Issue Date July 5, 2012 Policy ❑ Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page Forestry 314.04 April 23, 2013 Page 2 of 3 will consist of Street Tree Planting only, or funds be supplied to the City as required for such works. Street Tree Planting Plans shall include: a) Existing above ground utilities, elevations, vegetation, easements, etc. b) Proposed plot lines, services, grades, road and boulevard widths, and daylight triangles c) Planting locations, plant list to include: botanical and common name, height, spread, caliper, root condition, and quantity The Tree Planting Specifications for the City of Niagara Falls are as follows: "Work" shall mean the digging of the required holes according to the stakes placed by the Engineering Department, planting the trees after obtaining the necessary clearances from the various Utility companies, the importing of required topsoil and removal of any excess soil, all material, equipment, labour, overhead and profit, all in accordance with the Specifications and Conditions herein. The contractor shall supply all material including trees, topsoil and organic matter and stakes for the full completion of the work, in accordance with the Specifications. Method of Planting a) A hole shall be dug centered on the stake placed by the Engineering Department or as otherwise directed. If mechanical equipment is used to dig these holes, the planting area shall be restored to its original condition or better. The Contractor will be responsible for ensuring that no underground utilities will conflict with the proposed holes. The holes shall be larger than the diameter of the ball and burlap of the tree when spread out naturally and deep enough so that when the tree is placed in the hole, it will planted a little deeper than it formerly grew. b) The tree shall, at all times, be protected from the sun and from drying effects of the wind. Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report#MW - 2013 -13 Bylaw #2004 -173 as Amended Date April 23, 2013 Department Division Municipal Works Street Tree Planting New Subdivision 4 Subject Niagara 'a11s Issue Date Policy July 5, 2012 ❑ Procedure Policy # Revision Date Page Forestry 314.04 April 23, 2013 Page 3 of 3 c) Before the hole is backfilled, two 2x2" stakes 6' in length, are to be driven down firmly into the ground below the tree, opposite each other, and as near to the trunk as possible. The tree shall be firmly tied to the stakes by means of a rubber hose through which is inserted a length of #9 wire. The hose and wire shall be placed around the tree and stake in a figure eight and firmly secured with a 3/4" staple. d) The hole is to be backfilled with a prepared topsoil consisting of 1/3 peat moss or well - rotted leaf mold and 2/3 rich sandy loam unless the natural topsoil removed is a heavy clay loam, in which case, the hole is to be backfilled with a prepared topsoil consisting of 1/3 clay loam, 1/3 peat moss or well- rotted leaf mold and 1/3 sand. e) The topsoil which is placed in the hole should be firmly tamped and formed in a slight saucer - shaped depression to retain moisture and shall be well watered at the time of planting. f) Wood chips shall be placed around the tree to a depth of 3" minimum. Wood chip mulch shall consist of 50% hardwood and 50% softwood chips with pieces no larger than 2" and no smaller than 0.5 ". Wood chips may be available at the City's Service Centre on Stanley Avenue at no charge. g) All trees shall be so planted that they line up by eye in a straight line. h) The Contractor shall also supply and place arbour guard, weeping tile, or equal at the tree trunk to a height of 8" above grade. Types of Trees The trees listed in the City's Tree Planting Specifications are to be supplied and planted and in all cases, are equal or exceed the minimum dimensions stated. The Contractor is to guarantee the name and variety of each tree. All trees planted shall have excellent root and branching systems and shall have been grown in Ontario for at least one growing season prior to planting. All trees are to have straight trunks, and must be inspected in the nursery field by the Operations Superintendent or a designate and proved to meet the City's Specifications. Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report#MW - 2013 -13 Bylaw #2004 -173 as Amended Date April 23, 2013 Department Municipal Works ' .Z:4 / Subject Tree Trimming and Root Niagara =ails Tracing Issue Date July 5, 2012 ❑ Policy © Procedure Purpose Division Policy # Revision Date Page Forestry 314.05 April 23, 2013 Page 1 of 2 The City of Niagara Falls defines a "Public Tree" as any tree which has greater than or equal to fifty (50) per cent of its trunk diameter on public property. Trees shall be trimmed in order to; a) Remove dead, damaged or diseased limbs and branches to maintain structural integrity and safety. b) Provide adequate visibility for pedestrians and or drivers. c) Remove limbs and branches which restrict clearance or otherwise present a hazard to the travelling public. Procedure 1. Tree Trimming When considered necessary for public safety, City of Niagara Falls staff or contractor will trim trees on or overhanging City road allowances. Trees requiring trimming will receive attention soon as required to protect the traveling public and property owners from possible injury or damages. Every effort will be made to cooperate with owners when trees adjacent to their property are to be trimmed. Where a tree has been deemed `Private' according to City policy the property owner is 100% responsible for the trimming of the entire tree. 2. Inspection All trees requiring trimming shall be inspected by the Municipal Works, Forestry Department prior to the commencement of any work. This inspection shall generally include location of the limit of the right -of -way to ensure that the tree is within the road allowance. A second opinion may be requested to provide recommendations as to the action required. The final Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report#MW - 2013 -13 Bylaw #2004 -173 as Amended Date April 23, 2013 Department Subject I' \iagaraj'rrlts Issue Date Municipal Works Tree Trimming and Root Tracing July 5, 2012 ❑ Policy I Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page Forestry 314.05 April 23, 2013 Page 2 of 2 decision regarding the extent of the work to be completed shall be made by the Director of Municipal Works or a designate. 3. Root Tracing Several tree species can send out surface roots which disfigure lawns, hinder mowing, heave sidewalks or driveways and crack retaining walls. Surface roots should not be cut off to solve the problem because doing this could lead to bigger issues such as uprooting a tree in a storm or its eventual death. The Forestry Supervisor, upon request, will inspect roots protruding above the surface by public trees. At the Forestry Supervisor's discretion the protruding roots will be safely ground down and covered with topsoil and seed. 4. Block Trimming When considered necessary for public safety, City of Niagara Falls staff or a contractor will trim trees on or overhanging City road allowances. A Block Trim refers to a complete street tree trimming on both sides of the roadway. Blocking Trimming addresses; • Height issues, • Branches obstructing streetlights, • Pruning low hanging branches on trees that have reached a maturity of 5 years. 5. Ordered Trimming on Private Tree When considered necessary for public safety, the City of Niagara Falls Director of Municipal Works or a designate may order a property owner to trim a tree located on private property through Property Standards. Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director Date CAO Date Report#MW - 2013 -13 Bylaw #2004 -173 as Amended Date April 23, 2013 Department Subject ttiiagarafalIs Issue Date ❑ Policy Purpose Municipal Works Tree Sculpture on City Road Allowance April 23, 2013 ❑ Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page Roadways 314.06 April 23, 2013 1 of 2 This policy sets out the procedures for requesting, approving and establishing tree sculptures on City road allowances, and addresses the roles and responsibilities of each of the participants. Policy Scope: This policy applies to all requests to locate tree sculptures on City road allowances. Tree sculptures may originate from tree removals from City road allowances. Procedure: 1. All proposals by citizens or community organizations to use tree trunks remaining from tree removals within City road allowances for sculptures shall be directed to the Director of Municipal Works or his /her designate. 2. Applications for placement of tree sculptures on City road allowances shall be submitted to the Director of Municipal Works or his /her designate, the Park in the City Committee and the Arts and Culture Committee. Each application shall include the proposed size of the sculpture, the current location of the tree trunk, the type of sculpture proposed. 3. The applicant shall be responsible for obtaining the support of adjacent homeowners prior to carving the sculpture. 4. Tree trunks that are proposed for sculptures will be inspected and evaluated by the City's Forestry Services Supervisor for structural integrity. Only tree trunks determined to be structurally sound shall be considered. 5. The Director of Municipal Works or his /her designate is authorized to approve requests that are consistent with this policy. The Director may impose such Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director CAO Report #MW- 2013 -13 Bylaw #2004 -173 as Amended Date Date Date April 23, 2013 ,Niagaraaalls Department Subject Issue Date ❑ Policy Municipal Works Tree Sculpture on City Road Allowance April 23, 2013 ❑ Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page Roadways 314.06 April 23, 2013 2 of 2 conditions that are necessary, in his /her sole discretion, to ensure safety, public safety and minimize liability to the City of Niagara Falls. 6. If approved by the Director of Municipal Works the applicant shall be required to enter into an Encroachment Agreement with the City of Niagara Falls, in a form satisfactory to the Director or Legal Services, which includes the following; 1. grant of permission, 2. termination on notice, without cause and without compensation, 3. release of indemnity, 4. insurance, naming the City of Niagara Falls, 5. waiver of liability, 6. restrictions on use, 7. default provisions, 8. restoration following termination provisions, and 9. clarification that it is an Agreement personal to the licensee only, not an easement, right -of -way, lease or any kind of legal interest in the land. 7 All costs associated with the carving, installation, inspection, maintenance and trunk removal for each permitted sculpture shall be the sole responsibility of the applicant. 8. The City shall inspect all sculptures on a semi - annual basis to check for any deterioration. All inspections shall be completed the City's Forestry Supervisor. If a sculpture is damaged or in the City `s sole discretion, poses a danger to the health or safety of any person, the City may remove and dispose of the sculpture without compensation to the applicant. Submitted by Recommended by ❑ Approved by Council Director CAO Report #MW- 2013 -13 Date Date Date Bylaw # 2004 -173 as April 23, 2013 Amended COMMUNITY SERVICES DATE EFFECTED PROCEDURE January 13, 1969 MUNICIPAL WORKS Removal Of Dead Trees DATE OF REVISION Within City Road Allowances Report: 10 Roadways Section 315.20 If '/z or more of a tree is on the road allowance the City accepts responsibility for the tree, but if less than `/z of the tree is on the road allowance, the tree is considered to be on private property. No trees on private property will be removed by City forces. Niagaraaalls REPORT TO: SUBMITTED BY: SUBJECT: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Recreation & Culture R &C- 2013 -08 Athletic Field Allocation Policy R &C- 2013 -08 April 23, 2013 RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the attached Athletic Field Allocation Policy effective May 1, 2013. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Athletic Field Allocation Policy will serve as a guide for the City of Niagara Falls athletic field allocation process effective May 1, 2013. The allocation procedures identified in this document establish and clarify the City's responsibility for athletic field allocation and administration and the City's commitment to the following: • • Managing fiscally responsible playing field and park operations; Facilitating new revenue opportunities, by working closely with the hospitality sector; Promoting Fairness, Equity and Accessibility; Processing tournament, special events and seasonal field permits; Providing excellence in customer service; Promoting healthy living and access to City facilities. BACKGROUND To effectively manage the allocation of City owned and maintained outdoor athletic fields an allocation policy will assist to manage special events, cancelled games and fair allocation of limited fields /diamonds. The first priority is local youth sport organizations followed by local adult non - profit sport organizations and third, local commercial organizations followed by out -of -town residents and commercial organizations. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE The proposed Athletic Field Allocation Policy, Attachment #1 follows the same basic allocation principles as established in the Ice Allocation Policy (2010) and Artificial Turf Field Allocation Policy (2011). The policy defines insurance requirements, the allocation and distribution guidelines for the athletic field hours of operation, seasonal time lines, April 23, 2013 - 2 - R &C- 2013 -08 special events and the cancellation policy. The policy applies to City owned and maintained athletic fields, as listed in Attachment #2. The draft policy was emailed to user groups on November 6, 2012, and discussed at the November 20, 2012, Recreation Committee meeting. Upon receiving their feedback, the draft policy was revised and shared with users at the annual field allocation meeting, Thursday, March 21, 2013. Comments from users were as follows: Agreed with the allocation user priority, listing local youth, local adult groups followed by local commercial. Appreciate having time lines in place for releasing fields not being used for tournaments. Provided the majority of content to form section 4.5 - Administration and Management of Tournaments and Special Events The revised draft policy was emailed a second time to users on March 23, 2013, with no additional comments received. FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS When allocating time at the City athletic fields, local youth is the first priority. The time must be distributed in a fair and equitable manner to maximize utilization and revenue opportunities. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The Strategic Priority of Healthy and Safe Community promotes awareness and opportunities for active living, directing staff to continue to implement the action plan and recommendations from the 2007 Strategic Plan for the Provision of Parks, Recreation, Arts & Culture. The Strategic Plan, Action Plan #5 states, Develop Policies to Support Service Delivery, City requires detailed policies in the General Facility Allocation area including parks and athletic fields. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Draft Athletic Field Allocation Policy 2. City of Niagara Falls Athletic Fields Inventory Recommended by: Approved by: i Kathy Moldenhauer Director of Recreation l& Culture Ken Todd Chief Administrative Office Niagarafulls Purpose Department Subject Issue Date G Policy ATTACHMENT 11 Recreation & Culture Athletic Field Allocation Policy April 23, 2013 G Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page 1000.27 1 of 7 This policy and guidelines contained within will serve as a guide for the City of Niagara Falls field allocation process. The policies identified in this document establish and clarify the City's responsibility for field allocation and administration, and the City's commitment to the following: Managing fiscally responsible playing field and park operations; Facilitating new revenue opportunities by working closely with the hospitality sector; Promoting Fairness, Equity and Accessibility; Processing tournament, special event and seasonal field permits; Providing excellence in customer service; Promoting healthy living and access to City facilities. 1. Athletic Field Allocation Responsibility The City of Niagara Falls, Recreation & Culture has the responsibility to manage the allocation and distribution of playing fields on an annual basis to reflect registration, utilization and participation patterns, in addition to applying municipal, provincial and federal directives where required. The City of Niagara Falls recognizes the annual tax -based contribution provided by its residents toward the development, capital maintenance costs and operation of park facilities. The goal is to increase user fee revenues without unduly compromising needs or access by the community organizations and clients. This approach will be coupled with increasing utilization and reducing revenue loss occurring through cancellations. 2. Rates and Fees The City of Niagara Falls has a responsibility to provide accessible recreation to the community and, at the same time, operating the facilities in a way that is fiscally responsible. Playing field rates and fees are reviewed annually and recommended to City Council for approval. Submitted by Recommended by G Approved by Council Director CAO Report # Kathy Moldenhauer Ken Todd R &C- 2013 -08 Bylaw # Date Date Date April 23, 2013 Department Subject Niagaraf'atls Issue Date G Policy Recreation & Culture Athletic Field Allocation Policy April 23, 2013 G Procedure 3. General Administration Division Policy # Revision Date Page 1000.27 2 of 7 3.1. Forms All applicants and users must submit all requests for permit applications, processing, amendments and cancellations on City approved forms. 3.2. Insurance Requirements For All Users Each organization shall, at all times during which it is allocated field time in City of Niagara Falls recreational facilities, arrange, pay for and keep in force and in effect Comprehensive General Liability Insurance on an "occurrence" basis including personal injury, bodily injury and property damage protecting the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls, its elected Members of Council, its employees, agents and contractors (hereinafter "Released Persons ") and the organization against all claims for damage or injury including death to any person or persons, and for damage to any property of the Released Persons or any public or private property, howsoever caused including damage or loss by theft, breaking or malicious damage, or any other loss for which the Released Persons or the organization may become liable resulting from the organization's use of field time in City of Niagara Falls. Such policy shall be written with inclusive limits of not less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000), shall contain a cross liability clause, a severability of interest clause, shall be primary without calling into contribution any other insurance available to the Released Persons as additional insured parties. The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls must Be Named as Additional Insured. The organization shall provide certificates of insurance evidencing the coverage as required above to the Recreation & Culture Department. Upon confirmation by the Recreation & Culture Department, which certificates shall include the obligation on the part of the issuer of the certificates to endeavour to provide thirty (30) days written notification of cancellation to the certificate holders. Upon expiry, documents of renewed coverage are again to be provided and the organization will make policies available to the City for review and in the event of a claim. 3.3 R -Zone Policy The R -Zone Policy, R- 2008 -21 approved by City Council May 2008, promotes a positive, safe, enjoyable and supportive environment for all users and staff in City recreational programs and facilities. The R stands for Respect and Responsibility, respect for yourself and others and responsibility for your actions. The policy outlines the measures and enforcement steps to be taken by staff, volunteers and users in order to address inappropriate behaviour or violence in Recreation, & Culture programs, City owned or leased facilities and properties. Department Subject Niii€;araJ'a11s Issue Date G Policy Recreation & Culture Athletic Field Allocation Policy April 23, 2013 G Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page 1000.27 3 of 7 The City of Niagara Falls is committed to ensuring the safety of users and staff in its programs, facilities or properties, fostering an environment where there is Respect for others, and Responsibility for all actions. The City will exercise no tolerance to any form of violence, vandalism or inappropriate behaviour in its programs, facilities or properties. For more information please refer to the City's website, www.niagarafalls.ca 4. Athletic Field Allocation and Distribution The City of Niagara Falls reserves the right to allocate the use of the field on a seasonal basis. Field days and times will be allocated on historical usage to try and provide a solid groundwork for user groups. The City will attempt to allocate user group hours similarly from season to season. Groups will be allocated the same amount of field time as was used in the previous season for both regular season and tournament bookings. If a group is to receive less time than the previous season due to cancellations or reduction in field time, the City of Niagara Falls will determine what dates and times the group will not be allocated. If a user group can show a significant increase based on actual registration numbers (participant registration information to be provided) they will be given consideration for more hours than originally allocated. 4.1 Season, Application and Confirmation Date The City of Niagara Falls understands that due to registration numbers, the amount of field time allocated to each user group may fluctuate from season to season. Season, application and allocation meeting dates are defined in the chart below. Season Dates Application Date Date to confirm (Allocation Meeting) Spring /Summer mid -May* to September 30 February 10 March 21 eather permitting Department Subject 'iagarajalls Recreation & Culture Athletic Field Allocation Policy Issue Date April 23, 2013 G Policy G Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page 1000.27 4 of 7 4.2 Allocation User Priority • First Priority: Local youth community based non - profit sport organizations with the majority of their registrants (75% for age groups 12 years and younger). Registration information to be provided to the City of Niagara Falls each season. • Second Priority: Local adult community based non - profit sport organizations • Third Priority: Local commercial (profit) organizations • Fourth Priority: Non - resident youth community based non - profit sport organizations • Fifth priority: Non - resident adult and commercial(profit) and all other requests 4.3 Athletic Field Days and Hours of Operation • Fields will be available to rent seven days of week 8:00 am - 11:00 pm (spring and summer) 4.4 Conflict Resolution Time request conflicts that arise from field schedules will be discussed at allocation meetings. These conflicts will be brought forward to the specific groups affected for discussion and resolution with the Director of Recreation & Culture or designate acting as mediator. 4.5 Administration and Management of Tournaments and Special Events The City of Niagara Falls recognizes the significant positive impacts that tournaments, special events and championships can provide to the community. The City is committed to achieving a balance between recreational and tournament /special events throughout the year. The City of Niagara Falls recognizes the economic and recreational impact past events have had on our community. • All groups charging an admission or registration fee for a special event may be required to submit a complete financial statement at the completion of the season or special event to the Recreation and Culture department. These financial statements should include all details of the event, including proceeds from the sale of food, beverages and souvenirs. Failure to submit a financial statement upon request may jeopardize the granting of future special event permits. Special events and tournaments are to be arranged prior to the season opening and may not take precedence over a regularly scheduled game if inadequate notice is given for the change of such scheduled activities. All game requests and rescheduling are to be through the Recreation and Culture office and not through individual parks staff. Department Subject N iagaraJaulls Issue Date G Policy Recreation & Culture Athletic Field Allocation Policy April 23, 2013 G Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page 1000.27 5 of 7 Precedence for use of parks and athletic fields will be given to Provincial and National level play -off games. Arrangements for these events are to be made through the Recreation and Culture Office 72 hours prior to the game. 4.6 Consideration to Schedule Special Events /Tournaments Events will be given dates as similar as possible to previous years. An existing group can ask for a different date for their event as long as that event does not conflict with another organization's event date. When a user group cancels their tournament, all users and applicants including tournament organizers will be informed by email or telephone of the opportunity to implement a new tournament. Staff will evaluate tournament requests based on the following criteria: •Impact on regularly scheduled resident user groups •Days and time requested •Economic development for the City •Relationship to the City •AII criteria will be considered, and with everything being equal, priority will be given to resident organizations. • When an existing tournament has been cancelled, the time may be reserved for a new tournament. 4.7 Releasing Tournament Fields The Special Events Calendar is provided to all user groups at the field allocation meeting in March. Following the meeting, the special Events calendar is finalized and is to be used by all groups as a reference when scheduling throughout the season. Fields not being used by a particular organization for tournaments must be released 15 days prior to the tournament date. Fields cancelled within 15 days of the tournament date will be charged $20.00 per field as per the Playing Field Cancellation Policy (1000.57). 5. Permit Amendments 5.1 Cancellations The City of Niagara Falls has the right to control all playing field distribution and use of City -owned and operated fields for the duration of the permit. Controls must be in place to minimize the negative impacts that unused, returned, amended and cancelled field times can have on park operations and its clients. Department Subject is ,araJ'all Issue Date G Policy Recreation & Culture Athletic Field Allocation Policy April 23, 2013 G Procedure 5.2. Transferred/ Trades /Sub - Leased Field Times Division Policy # Revision Date Page 1000.27 6 of 7 The City of Niagara Falls is the sole permit authority for all field times. The City must be aware of and be able to control the intended use of all field permitted within its facilities at all times. 5.3. Permit Cancellation Playing Field Cancellation Policy (1000.57), all events are subject to the terms and conditions within that policy. When a rental permit has been signed, the City of Niagara Falls Cancellation Policy comes into effect. As stated in the Playing Field Cancellation Policy: •The Permit holder is responsible to contact R &C a minimum of ten calendar days in advance to cancel the permit. •If cancelled less than ten calendar days in advance or if the group is not present during the rental time period, a cancellation fee of $20.00 will be charged. -If the organization is not present for the permitted time, their allocated time at the field will be reviewed. -In the event the permit holder fails to comply with the terms of the permit the City can cancel the permit. 5.4. Permit Cancellations and Rescheduling by the City of Niagara Falls The City reserves the right to reasonably postpone, reschedule or cancel any permitted activity due to justified circumstances. The City reserves the right to cancel a permit or portion of the permit if there is a breach of the condition or regulations or should the City be of the opinion that the facilities are not being used for the purpose contained in the application. Where postponement or rescheduling cannot be mutually coordinated, the permit holder affected will receive a full refund /credit for the time owing. 6. General Management 6.1. Group Representation In order for Recreation & Culture representatives to effectively serve their customers, all groups are asked to elect no more than two representatives to serve as liaison between the Recreation & Culture and their group. All communications between the group and the Recreation & Culture should, at all times, be channeled through each group's representatives. N iagaiaf'tiiis Department Subject Issue Date Recreation & Culture Athletic Field Allocation Policy April 23, 2013 G Policy G Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page 1000.27 6.2. Opening Facilities Outside of Standards Hours of Operation 7 of 7 The opening of facilities on statutory holidays, when they are normally closed, or beyond established operating hours (as defined by the Athletic Field Allocation Policy), will be considered only if the applicant agrees to pay all fees, including staff costs related to opening and pending the availability of staff. All reasonable requests will be reviewed and responded to. Application does not guarantee approval. 6.3 When a group or association is found to have played on a field that is officially closed; sub - leased a field without permission; or played on a field not permitted to their association, they could then forfeit the right to play on a Niagara Falls field for the remainder of the season (tournament and play -offs included). In addition, any repair costs to the field associated with the infraction will charged back to the group or association. ATTACHMENT #2 ti 3 z C LISTING OF PARKS & FACILITIES FACILITIES OTHER AMENITIES d32id HIV )IS 3Jl `Id21flLd - -- CM1.I IANDI2I - •- d32Id ON[N2Idd _ , N ?I3.LJ3HS JINJI - - 'n SJ V RIOLV3LV - - - ,., , 33213 HSd33-NNVd OOQ o NId1Nf1O.4 /TIdd2I31,VM o TRACKS Slid dWflf ONO - 'IDd2LL DNINN;121 - S121OdS CI I3Id - SOCCER MALI ISOcI 1fld-1.1."If1W - ,I7-EorNs).iTIf11 3vIDId112id - (113 -NOIN 1S) HJ11d 2IlDJOS - - - M (21OIN35) HJ1Id 213DDOS - - - el (Q3VAI2i31NI) HDLId NT/DOS - - - r, (INIW) Ha lid 2I3DDOS - - , - n BUILDINGS DQ"IFI INOO2i IDNVH _ _ NOISS1DNO - - - - - - o A1I11Jdd INOO2i1S32I - - - , _ _ M YN32ib - '- BASEBALL 3DVJ DNI1.Ld8 - (III) QNOINVIQ TId8 'NS - C, en QNOINVIG TIV8 NS .t (.1.I3) QNOWvIQ TIv i .2I , - - v QNONIVIQ 11V8 'NI - - ,n , - go "I"Id83Sd81VW21OiN1 - .- PARK CATEGORIES ddALM Itd Q z CZ m z 2 Q u C n z O ^ z s32IJ o _ a , a -, P T O N NO11VDO3 < e 4 4190 Stanley Avenue 1 o 113970 Welland St. 5620 Emery St. 3750 -3800 Springdale 6980 Kalar Rd. 6775 Kalar Rd. 3031 Dorchester Rd. 3420 Sinnicks Ave. 5700 Morrison St. 9000 Sodom Road 6360 Arad St. 5709 Valley Way N.180111N 3115 .� 0 R 0 _ 0 a 0 0 n. 0 0 z o a M i d a o _ 0 _ ° S. n. 0 a. PARK NAME A.J. McKinley Park C.W. Palmer Park Cherryhtll Park Chippawa Lion's Park Don W. Johnson Park E.E. Mitchelson Park John N. Allan Park Kalar Park L.B. Pearson Park M.P. Ker Park Oakes Park Patrick Cummings Memorial Sports Complex Prince Charles Park W.L. Houck Park I z .- L. � 7 CD CO N- O) cD CO N V CO U) N N V' V V' cD N S. \Council \Council 2013 \R &C - 2013 -08- Attachment #2- ATHLETIC FIELD DATABASE 2013.xlsm S21311HW ONINNVId NiagaraJ1alls C 1 N 1 D A REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development PBD- 2013 -33 April 23, 2013 SUBJECT: PBD- 2013 -33 26CD -11- 2013 -002 Draft Plan of Condominium (Standard) 5547 Portage Road Owners: B & A Rental Properties (2007) Inc. Agent: (Rocco Vacca) Proposed 3 Unit Commercial Condominium 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 applicant has applied to register a Standard Plan of Condminium on the subject land. This will allow separate ownership of the three commercial units in the building, which is under construction on the land. The following points should be noted: • the subject land is located across from the Greater Niagara General Hospital where the Official Plan anticipates ancillary commercial uses; • Council approved a site specific General Commercial zoning (GC -938) for the land in 2011 that permits a clinic and office, and ancillary uses; • all site development issues, including grading, landscaping, parking and servicing have been addressed in a site plan agreement which was registered earlier this year; the City is holding sufficient securities to guarantee the completion of all site works; and standard conditions of draft plan of condominium approval apply. April 23, 2013 BACKGROUND Proposal - 2 - PBD- 2013 -33 The applicant proposes to register a Standard Plan of Condominium on the land known as 5547 Portage Road. The property is located on the west side of Portage Road, south of Kitchener Street, as shown on Schedule 1. A one storey medical building containing 3 units is currently under construction on the land. The approved site plan is illustrated on Schedule 2. The Plan of Condominium will permit the individual ownership of each unit in the development with the common areas (e.g. driveway, visitor parking, hallways, landscaped areas) shared by the condominium corporation. There are no public meeting requirements under the Planning Act for Standard Condominiums. Circulation Comments • Municipal Works, Fire Department, Building Department, Legal Department, Clerk's Department - No objection. ANALYSIS /RATIONAL Planning Process This development has proceeded through previous planning approvals and consultation with the public. The subject land is located across from the Greater Niagara General Hospital where the Official Plan anticipates ancillary commercial uses. The land is zoned General Commercial (GC -938) through Zoning By -law No. 79 -200, as amended by site specific By- law No. 2011 -32 passed by Council in March, 2011 (File AM- 2011 -001). The GC -938 zoning permits a clinic and office, and ancillary uses on the land. A Site Plan Agreement (File SPC- 2011 -014) was registered on title in January 16, 2013. A Building Permit was issued by the City on February 13, 2013. The project has been designed for compatibility with surrounding land uses. Conditions of Approval The majority of development issues have been addressed through the earlier rezoning and Site Plan approvals. Parkland dedication is not required for this type of commercial developments. The Site Plan Agreement specifies the servicing, grading /drainage and landscaping for the project and the City holds securities to ensure the various site works are completed. Construction is underway and a condition is included respecting confirmation of Zoning By -law and Site Plan compliance when the development is finished. Standard conditions of draft plan of condominium approval apply. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS There are no financial implications to this application. April 23, 2013 CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT - 3 - PBD- 2013 -33 The proposed condominium provides for development as envisioned by the City's Official Plan. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS ► Schedule 1 - Location Map ► Schedule 2 - Condominium Site Plan ► Appendix 1 - Conditions of Draft Approval Recommended by: `i s Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: D.Deluce:mb Attach. Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer S: \PDR\2013 \PBD- 2013 -33, 26CD -11- 2013 -002, 5547 Portage Road.wpd - 4 - SCHEDULE 1 BIWININHiff 420 Y 420 Y 1111011111111111111 CT S NOR S PBD- 2013 -33 1:2353 NORTH ST EMERY ST April 23, 2013 - 5 - PBD-2013-33 SCHEDULE 2 4 2 1;" O PORTAGE ROAD CONDOMINIUM DRAFT PLAN OF CONDOMINIUM OF PART OF l01 1tb, TTLTATRAPH, IDWNSHIP OF STAMFORD CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS .11 (I v0 Bo, etr • April 23, 2013 - 6 - PBD- 2013 -33 APPENDIX 1 Conditions of Draft Plan of Condominium Approval 1. Approval applies to the Draft Plan of Condominium prepared by Suda & Maleszyk Surveying Inc., dated March 7, 2013, showing a clinic containing 3 commercial units, open space and parking /driveway areas. 2. The developer enter into a registered Condominium Agreement with the City to satisfy all requirements, financial and otherwise, 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 Agreement. 4. The developer provide information to the Planning, Building & Development Department to confirm compliance with the provisions of the Zoning By -law and Site Plan Agreement. 5. The developer provide five copies of the pre- registration plan for the condominium to the Planning, Building & Development Department. Clearance of Conditions Prior to granting approval to the final plan, the Planning, Building & Development Department requires written notice from applicable City Divisions indicating that their respective conditions have been satisfied. ENBRIDGE ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION INC. 500 Consumers Road North York ON M2J 1P8 APRIL 2ND, 2013 Mailing Address P.O. Box 650 Scarborough ON M1K 5E3 ALEX HERLOVITCH, MCIP, RPP DIRECTOR OF PLANNING, BUILDING & DEVELOPMENT CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS 4310 QUEEN ST, BOX 1023 NIAGARA FALLS ON L2E 6X5 Dear Sirs: RE: DRAFT PLAN OF CONDOMINIUM (VACANT LAND) BLOCK 208, REGISTERED PLAN 59M -384 (DEERFIELD PHASE 9) PINEWOOD HOMES (NIAGARA) LTD. CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS FILE NO.: 26CD -11 -2013 -002 Enbridge Gas Distribution has no objections to the application as proposed. At this time this is not a commitment by Enbridge Gas Distribution to service this site, to service this site by a given date or that there will be no costs for servicing this site. The applicant is to contact the Enbridge Customer Connections Department at their earliest convenience to discuss installation and clearance requirements for service and metering facilities. The applicant is to arrange for the installation of the gas plant prior to the commencement of the asphalt paving or landscaping. Easements will be required to service this development; the applicant will provide easements at no cost to Enbridge Gas Distribution. The requirements identified here within are subject to change. Enbridge Gas Distribution retains the right to add, amend or remove conditions, or obtain easements to service this application, at no cost to Enbridge Gas Distribution. Yours truly, JIM ARNOTT Municipal Coordination Advisor Distribution Asset Management (416) 758 -7901 (416) 758 -4374 — FAX JA: ry Niagarapalls C \N 1D.\ REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development PBD- 2013 -32 April 23, 2013 SUBJECT: PBD- 2013 -32 AM- 2013 -004, Zoning By -law Amendment Application 7021 Stanley Avenue Owners: The Monastery of Mount Carmel Agent: Ed Lustig Proposed Vineyard, Winery and Retail Store RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the Zoning By -law amendment application to permit the establishment of a vineyard, winery and retail store as secondary uses to a religious institution. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The applicant has applied for a Zoning By -law amendment to establish a vineyard, winery and retail store as secondary uses to a religious institution (the Monastery of Mount Carmel). The application can be supported because: the proposed vineyard and winery conforms with the City's Official Plan being located within the Fallsview Tourist Subdistrict, which is the primary location for large -scale accommodations, entertainment, retail, and cultural attractions; • the vineyard and winery are of a scale that will not adversely affect the quality of life of residential properties on the west side of Stanley Avenue and Roger Crescent; • the proposed vineyard and winery will create a unique tourist attraction that will compliment and enhance the tourist subdistrict; and • the sizes of the proposed winery and retail store are secondary to the religious institution on the property. BACKGROUND The applicant has applied for a Zoning By -law amendment to establish a vineyard, winery and retail store as secondary uses to a religious institution. The zoning of the subject lands would not change, but a site - specific provision would be added to include the new uses. The application indicates that the area of the vineyard would be 2 hectares (5 acres), the maximum floor area for the winery would be 186 square metres (2000 square feet), and the maximum floor area for the retail store would be 93 square metres (1000 square feet). The winery and retail store are to be located in the north end of the monastery building. April 23, 2013 - 2 - PBD- 2013 -32 The retail store will be on the main floor while the winery will be in the basement. No expansion of the existing monastery building is required by this proposal. The proposed winery will operate in partnership with Reif Estate Winery and will share some of steps of the production process with the facilities in Niagara -on- the -Lake. Grapes grown on the subject property will be taken to Reif Estate Winery to be pressed. The resulting juice will be returned to the subject property for fermentation. Aging of the wine will take place at Reif Estate Winery, although a small amount of wine will be aged on the subject property. Bottling will also take place at Reif Estate Winery. Once bottled, the wine will be brought back to the subject property for retail purposes. The proposed vineyard is relatively small in scale compared to other vineyards in the Niagara Region. In addition, the applicant has determined that wind machines, bird bangers and extensive spraying will not be required for this site. Harvesting of the grapes will require no more than 3 hours by machine and will only occur once per year. Surrounding Land Uses To the north of the subject property is Our Lady of Peace Church and the former Loretto Academy, which was rezoned in 2012 to Tourist Commercial for three towers (32, 42 and 57 storeys). To the west is vacant land owned by the Monastery of Mount Carmel and a residential subdivision. The lands to the east beyond Portage Road is Queen Victoria Park. To the south are undeveloped lands. Circulation Comments • Building Department No objections to the amendments. The Building Department notes that Building Permits are required prior to commencement of construction of the winery/retail store. Development charges may be applicable and will be assessed at the time of Building Permit review. • Fire Department No objections to the application. A Change in Use Permit may be required under the Ontario Building Code. All fire safety concerns will be reviewed at the time of Building Permit Review. Should a Change in Use Permit not be required, then the Ontario Fire Code still applies. • Municipal Works Department, Transportation Services Department, Clerk's Department, Legal Department, and the Region of Niagara - No objections to the application. Neighbourhood Open House A neighbourhood open house was held on March 21, 2013. One neighbour attended to ask questions, but offered no objections to the application. April 23, 2013 - 3 - PBD- 2013 -32 ANALYSIS 1. Official Plan The Monastery of Mount Carmel is an existing institutional use within the Fallsview Subdistrict of the Central Tourist District. The religious centre plays a complimentary role to the diverse tourism market through worship, historical /architectural visitation, art gallery and retreat accommodations (for spiritual and education purposes). The proposed application conforms to the City's Official Plan as follows: the proposed vineyard and winery conforms with the City's Official Plan being located within the Fallsview Tourist Subdistrict, which is the primary location for large -scale accommodations, entertainment, retail, and cultural attractions; the vineyard and winery are of a scale that will not adversely affect the quality of life of residential properties on the west side of Stanley Avenue and Roger Crescent; and • the proposed vineyard and winery will create a unique tourist attraction that will compliment and enhance the tourist subdistrict. 2. Zoning By -law Amendment The subject land is currently zoned Institutional (I) in accordance with Zoning By -law 79 -200. The primary use of the property will remain that of a religious institution. The existing centre has a floor area of approximately 5600 square metres (53,819 square feet). Site specific regulations are requested to be applied to the lands to add a vineyard, winery and retail store as secondary uses to a religious institution. Provincial requirements dictate that a winery and store must be associated with a vineyard on the lands. The proposed winery and retail store will be located within an existing building. The existing building maintains large setbacks (in excess of 15 metres (50 feet)) from all property lines. Therefore, no additional setbacks for the winery are required. The applicant proposes a maximum floor area for the winery of 186 square metres (2000 square feet) and a maximum floor area for the retail store of 93 square metres (1000 square feet). These floor areas will be included in the implementing Zoning By -law to ensure the proposed winery and retail store remain secondary to the religious institution. Sufficient parking to accommodate the proposed uses is available on the subject property. The vineyard is relatively small in scale and is the minimum size needed to support a winery. The vineyard will also serve as an educational opportunity for viniculture within the tourist area. Wine tours have become popular tourist activities. The zoning will require that the vineyard, winery and retail store are symbiotic. April 23, 2013 - 4 - PBD- 2013 -32 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS There are no financial implications from this application. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The proposed winery is a new tourist attraction for Niagara Falls and supports the City's economic vitality. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS ► Schedule 1 - Location Map ► Schedule 2 - Site Plan Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: Ken T dd, Chief Administrative Officer DDeluce:mb Attach. S: \PDR\2013 \PBD- 2013 -32, AM- 2013 -004 7021 Stanley Ave.wpd April 23, 2013 - 5 - SCHEDULE 1 PBD- 2013 -32 April 23, 2013 - 6 - SCHEDULE 2 PBD- 2013 -32 Nia ara Par .si�� An agency of the Government of Ontario since 18&5 ^� F$raned tanning David E Gillis Direct Fitte:/ *ALLAtt, Phone: 9051356 -2241, t. Fax; 905!356 ex-7262 260 -Mail: dgillis @niagaraparks.com April 12, 2013 Alex Herlovitch Director of Planning Building and Development City of Niagara Falls P.O. Box 1023 Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Dear Sir, Re: Zoning By Law Amendment AM 2013 -004 The Monastery of Mount Carmel The Niagara Parks Commission planning staff have reviewed the above noted Zoning By Law Amendment application and have no objections. We would appreciate a copy of the Committee's decision. Yours truly, Gage Pff David Gillis, MCIP, RPP Senior Manager, Planning and Properties DG /nh Janice Thomson THE NIAGARA PARKS COMMISSION Chair P.O. Box 150, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada L2E 6T2 www.niagaraparks.com John Lohuis General Manager PBD- 2013 -34 Niagarajalls April 23, 2013 (' 1 V t D .L REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD- 2013 -34 AM- 2013 -002, Zoning By -law Amendment Application 5459 Ontario Avenue Applicant: Jose and Gloria Fernandez Agent: Osama Abo Nassar, Architect Conversion of Existing Dwelling Into a 4 Unit Apartment Building RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the Zoning By -law amendment application to rezone the property to a site specific Residential Apartment 5B (R5B) zone to permit the conversion of the existing dwelling into a 4 unit apartment building. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The applicant has requested a zoning amendment to permit the conversion of the existing dwelling on the property into a 4 unit apartment building. The amendment can be supported because: • the proposal conforms with the policies contained in the Official Plan in terms of the location of apartment buildings; • the proposal conforms with OPA No. 94 which would allow apartments of a similar height and density; • the existing dwelling is compatible with adjacent dwellings in terms of scale, height and massing; • the conversion of the dwelling into an apartment building is in keeping with the housing mix of the neighbourhood; and the requested zoning changes recognize the configuration of the lot and the siting of the building and permits a necessary addition of 1 parking space without negatively impacting the surrounding lands. April 23, 2013 - 2 - PD- 2013 -34 BACKGROUND Proposal A Zoning By -law amendment is requested for a 581 square metre (6,249 square foot) parcel of land known as 5459 Ontario Avenue. A dwelling, which was used as rooming house, exists on the land. The amendment is requested to permit this dwelling to be converted into a 4 unit apartment building. Schedule 2 shows details of the development. The land is zoned Residential Single Family and Two Family (R2 -2) in accordance with Zoning By -law No. 79 -200. The zoning of the land is requested to be changed to Residential Apartment 5B Density (R5B) with site specific lot frontage, front yard depth, side yard width and landscaped open space regulations to recognize the existing lot frontage and building siting, and to permit a minor expansion of the parking area in the rear yard. Site Conditions and Surrounding Land Uses Vernon's Directories indicate that the dwelling on the property was used as a nursing home and a tourist home in the 1960's and 1970's. Since approximately 1981 the dwelling has been used as a rooming house. The City has no record of Building Permits being issued for the building and conversion to a rooming house. A gravel parking area exists behind the dwelling that is large enough to accommodate 4 vehicles. The surrounding neighbourhood includes a mix of housing types, including single detached dwellings, semi - detached dwellings and small apartment buildings (including a 6 unit apartment building immediately to the south) and bed and breakfasts. Circulation Comments Information regarding the required Zoning By -law amendment was circulated to City divisions, the Region, agencies and the public for comments. The following summarizes the comments received to date: Regional Municipality of Niagara No objections from a Provincial or Regional perspective. The proposal represents an efficient use of urban serviced lands and will assist the City in meeting its residential intensification target. • Transportation Services No objections. Parking control is applicable on Ontario Avenue. Permits will be required if any on street parking spaces are to be utilized. • Municipal Works No objections. The applicant will be required to submit a grading plan for the rear yard parking area prior to construction to ensure adjacent properties are not affected. April 23, 2013 • Building Services - 3 - PD- 2013 -34 No objections. All required Building Permits are to be obtained prior to commencement of any construction or renovation to the dwelling. Development charges will be assessed during Building Permit review. • Fire Services - No objections. Fire safety concerns will be addressed through the Building Permit process. • Parks and Recreation, Legal Services, Niagara Falls Transit - No objections. Neighbourhood Open House A neighbourhood open house was held on March 20, 2013. Three neighbours attended the meeting. One neighbour stated that he objected to the proposed apartment building, noting that there were already a number of apartment buildings in the neighbourhood and expressing concerns about additional tenants. The other two neighbours did not object to the proposed use. All three neighbours cited numerous concerns about the rooming house, including disruptive behaviour by tenants, police calls and property standard deficiencies, particularly garbage being frequently left on the property. They acknowledged that they have not filed any complaints since the current owners bought the property last fall. The owners of the property noted that they have cleaned up the property, taken care of the garbage and evicted problem tenants. They expect each proposed dwelling unit to be occupied by one or two people and therefore expect a lower occupancy than when it was a rooming house. They also provided information on further improvements they intend to make to the property. ANALYSIS 1. Provincial Policy Statement and Growth Plan Provincial policies require 40% of all residential development to occur through intensification within a municipal built -up area by the year 2015. The conversion of existing buildings to provide additional dwelling units is one form of intensification. The proposed development is an example of this. 2. Official Plan The property is located in an area designated Residential in the City's Official Plan. Residential designated areas are intended to be developed with a variety of dwelling types. Current policies allow apartments up to 3 to 4 storeys in height and a density of 75 units per hectare to be developed at the periphery of residential neighbourhoods with convenient access to the arterial road system and generally in close proximity to schools, parks, open space and commercial areas. April 23, 2013 - 4 - PD- 2013 -34 The proposal complies with the Official Plan as follows: The density of the apartment building is 68 units per hectare; the subject site is located at the periphery of the neighbourhood with convenient access to River Road, and a 4 unit apartment building is not expected to generate a significant amount of traffic. The site is located within walking distance of the Minor Commercial district along Victoria Avenue and the Central Tourist district to the south, offering convenient access to shopping and providing convenient housing opportunities for employees in both districts. The site abuts the Olympic Legacy Trail. The surrounding land uses are a compatible mix of single and semi - detached dwellings, small scale apartment buildings and bed and breakfast establishments. The proposed small scale apartment building would be consistent with the neighbourhood mix. As the existing building is compatible with the adjacent buildings in terms of massing, setbacks, building height and appearance, its conversion into a 4 unit apartment building is not expected to impact on adjacent properties. In addition, the apartment building is not expected to have a higher occupancy than the previous rooming house use and its renovation may be beneficial to the neighbourhood. The Official Plan policies are proposed to be replaced by Official Plan Amendment No. 94 (Growth Management Policies, adopted by Council but under appeal). The new policies would allow apartments of a similar height and density in this location. The proposal conforms with the policies contained in OPA No. 94 regarding residential density and the renewal of existing housing stock. 3. Zoning By -law The property is zoned an area specific Residential Single Family and Two Family (R2 -2) zone in accordance with Zoning By -law No. 79 -200, which permits single detached, semi - detached and duplex dwellings and tourist homes (bed and breakfasts). The zoning of the property is requested to be changed to a site specific Residential Apartment 5B Density (R5B) zone, which would permit the proposed apartment building. The requested adjustments to the standard R5B zone regulations can be supported for the following reasons: • The building has historically been used for more intensive forms of housing; • A reduction to the minimum lot frontage from 30 metres to 15.2 metres recognizes the current configuration of the lot. Reductions to the minimum front yard depth from 7.5 metres to 4.3 metres and the minimum interior side yard width from 4.5 metres to 1.7 metres recognize the siting of the existing building. April 23, 2013 - 5 - PD- 2013 -34 A minor reduction in the required landscaped open space coverage from 35% of the lot area to 34% allows for a required fifth parking space to be added to the rear parking area. This reduction will not be noticeable. 4. Site Works As the building is not being expanded and the usability of the property is not being substantially increased, the development would not be subject to site plan control. A minor expansion of the rear parking lot is required to provide a fifth parking spot for the apartment building. To ensure there are no adverse drainage impacts on abutting properties, the applicant will be required to submit a grading plan to the satisfaction of Municipal Works prior to Building Permit issuance. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The proposal is supported by the City's Official Plan regarding residential intensification. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS ► Schedule 1 - Location Map ► Schedule 2 - Site Plan Recommended by: A-Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: A. Bryce: m b Attach. Ken odd, Chief Administrative Officer S: \PDR\2013 \PBD- 2013 -34, AM- 2013 -002, 5459 Ontario Avenue.wpd April 23, 2013 Subject Lcind -6- SCHEDULE 1 LOCATION MAP PD- 2013 -34 Amending the Zoning By -law No 79 -200 Location: 5459 Ontario Avenue Applicant: Jose and Gloria Fernandez March 2013 AM- 2013 -002 April 23, 2013 - 7 - SCHEDULE 2 LNAVEI AREA raj{'. °ARKMMi PD-2013-34 To rtf"340.A SITE STATISTIC: TOTAL LOT AREA =588 SO PA °0100 COVERAGE AREA =133 SO %23 LANDSCAPE AREA =193 SO 1.4 %34 HARDSCAPE AREA =255 SO. Al . %44 SITE PLAN SNOIIVOINf1W WOO 1 — I I N — — — — — — N — — — N — — — — MI N — — = — — — — — — MI 1 VOTE LIKE THIS CITIZEN APPOINTMENTS FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE 2011 -2014 TERM Vote held in Council on April 23, 2013 Niagarartlls NIAGARA DISTRICT AIRPORT COMMISSION Vote for ONE (1) candidate of your choice. Bert DANBY James DETENBECK Robert Maclean DIMITRIEFF Permod GOYAL Dr. Ken SMITH John VENTRESCA Vittoria WIKSTON AS SELECTED BY: 1 IM MI NMI 111111 INN INN EMI NEI II= NEI NMI INN 1 Card 46 Clerk's Division Inter - Department Memorandum Niagaraf1alls TO: His Worship Mayor James M. Diodati DATE: April 23, 2013 & Members of Council FROM: Dean Iorfida City Clerk Ext. 4271 RE: Noise By -law Relief - St. Paul High School - Relay for Life St. Paul High School is hosting the annual Relay for Life, which will be held on May 24' from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. the following morning. The organizers are seeking an extension to the noise by -law that prohibits outdoor amplified music after 9:00 p.m. The event has been previously hosted by St. Michael High School, which was granted extensions to the Noise By -law in the past without incident or complaint. Although St. Paul is in a more densely developed area, music from the event will cease by 11:00 p.m. and the organizers have notified nearby neighbours. A similar extension in the area from Boy's Soccer. last summer, occured without incident. Staff has no issues with the request. RECOMMENDATION: For the approval of Council. Working Together to Serve Our Community Clerks • Finance • Human Resources • Information Systems • Legal • Planning & Development Dean Iorfida From: Bakker, Rachel <rachel.bakker @ncdsb.com> Sent: Wednesday, February 06, 2013 3:50 PM To: Dean Iorfida Subject: Request for Noise By -law Exemption Hello Dean, My name is Rachel Bakker and I am a teacher at Saint Paul Catholic High School. I was directed to contact you by Anna Morrocco of the By -law Office at City Hall. I am writing to you regarding the process of obtaining a noise by -law exemption or extension for the night of the Relay for Life that our school is intending to hold this year on Friday May 24th. We held a similar event at Saint Michael Catholic in 2011 and I know that a by -law exemption had to be granted at that time, but I was not part of the process for doing so. As a result, I am hoping that you can help me. I am not sure if you are familiar with Relay events, but it is a fundraising event that is held overnight (7 PM to 7 AM on Saturday) and largely held outdoors. Our intention is to have music playing outside for the students up to and during the luminary ceremony, which usually takes place around 10 o'clock. Outside community visitors would leave by 11:00 PM and we would guarantee that no music would be playing from that time onward. I know that the by -law states that the playing of music would not be allowed on a Saturday morning before 9 AM, but given that our event wraps up at 7 AM I was wondering if this could also be changed to allow us to play music at 7 as the event finishes and students pack up to return home. Our committee already has plans to deliver a letter to the homes of all residents in the vicinity of our school, both to explain the nature of the event and any noise that may occur. The times included in this letter will be directly dependent on the decisions made regarding this by -law and whether we can have any exemptions. As I said earlier, I know that exemptions were made in 2011 and I hope that you can help me make this possible again for this year's Relay. Thank you in advance for your assistance, Jac hd g3ahhet J ea:;fte ti Saint ] atti Qatfi.afiz Righ Schaaf (-9C5) 356 -4313 Please consider the environment before printing this email. This email, including any attachments, is the property of the Niagara Catholic District School Board- This information is intended only For the use of the irdhnduai to whom. or entity to which. t is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under the .Municipai Freedom of information and Protection of Privacy Act. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient. you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly pronibded If you received this transmission ir error please notify the sender immediately and :hen :permanently delete this message. 1 Dean Iorfida From: James Sticca Sent: Monday, April 15, 2013 11:40 AM To: Dean Iorfida Cc: Geoff Holman Subject: Drinking Water Week Proclamation May 5 to 11 2013 Hi Dean, Could you please put on the agenda for the April 23rd Council meeting, a request asking Council to proclaim May 5th to 11th as Drinking Water Week. For more than 30 years, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and its members including the Ontario Water Works Association have celebrated Drinking Water Week as a unique opportunity for both water professionals and communities they serve to join together to recognize the vital role water plays in our daily lives. Celebrate this exciting week by taking time to learn more about your water and how you can protect it. This vital resource should be appreciated for what it is and preserved in its purest form for present and future generations. Thank you, James Sticca, C.E.T DWQMS Coordinator Environmental Services City of Niagara Falls 905 - 356 -7521 ext 6520 905 - 353 -8612 (Fax) jsticca(a niagarafails.ca 1 xi m 0 —I cn NiagaraFalls REPORT TO: SUBMITTED BY: SUBJECT: F- 2013 -26 April 23, 2013 Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Finance F- 2013 -26 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. This is the first report for 2013. Adjustments totalling $134,361 are being recommended in this report with allocations to be made to City, Regional and School Board revenue. In the 2013 General Purposes Budget, an allowance has been established for these expenditures. At this time the allowance provided in the General Purposes Budget is adequate to account for the City's proportionate share of approximately $47,026. BACKGROUND This report is the first 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. April 23, 2013 - 2 - F- 2013 -26 FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The 2013 General Purposes Budget provides an allowance for tax write -offs due to assessment appeals and tax write offs. Table 1 is a listing of all the properties that staff are recommending receive adjustments due to successful appeals. An amount of $134,361 in adjustments are listed. The City's approximate portion is $47,026 and has been accounted for in the 2013 General Purposes Budget. The balance of approximately $87,335 represents adjustments for the School Boards and the Region of Niagara. These adjustments will be made as part of the year end reconciliations. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Table 1 - Application for Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Taxes Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: TH /af Todd Harrisolh, Directvr of Financial Services Ken To d, Chief Administrative Officer 4 cn U.1 X u_ 2 O 0 E III 01 C O ro 0 U 7.; uu 0 7• -, t1J z0, < u ,t5 tle O ) LL c z 0 t O • 0 M c z Assessment Region CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS 0 0 0 c. J) E 0 O • 6 < "65 E .cf-' c 9. 45 0 ••• -E 8 O 0 -0 ‘.;.? 00 0 O C.. 731,1 03 :33 3.4 • C I hereby apply far 31') ,T tO 01 CA 30 0 - T- sy; we 'cr ‘1."1 +.0 CD,0.1■ NO tit co 00 010 tp,11, T-1CD, 0 X1 el,t -. (),C3105:000. 'TIC) n 3 oio., 0 +4,04,4,,wto,r,10-3, l-,-- or,--- .„-.- ,--. cc 0,, 1 1 0, ,, o,I,A. , WI 4i 4 °Ito 0 0p0 0) 0)0) 0 0 n .... ,,o, . 0 T- 0 0 ,r; )0 tl) ','• '4,4 0) a e■ F, --•, ,T , 4, 0(0 co 1-4 0 Approved this 10 0 4- 0 0 2 4) 4) 30 E E Nia ara a11s REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Finance Department SUBJECT: F- 2013 -27 Monthly Tax Receivables Report F- 2013 -27 April 23, 2013 RECOMMENDATION That Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables report for information purposes. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report is prepared monthly to provide Council with an update on the City's property tax receivables. Outstanding taxes as of March 31, 2013 were $13.1 million compared to $15.4 million in 2012. During March, tax receivables as a percentage of taxes billed decreased from 19.2% in 2012 to 16.2% in 2013. The City's finance staff has begun the tax collection process for properties that are subject to registration for 2013. There are currently eighteen properties scheduled for tax sale in the next two years. 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 Tax collection for 2013 improved during the month of March. Table 1 shows that taxes outstanding at March 31, 2013 are $13.1 million. This represents a decrease from $15.4 million in arrears for the same period in 2012. Finance staff continues to actively pursue property owners in arrears. Table 2 provides the breakdown of outstanding taxes by assessment class. The majority of outstanding taxes are for residential and commercial properties. The chart shows that the taxes owing from the commercial property class have decreased from a year ago, whereas the residential property class has increased. 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, 2013, 389 properties were subject to registration. Table 3 summarizes the progress of these actions after three months of activity. This table shows 65.3% of the tax accounts or 254 properties have been paid in full orthe owners have made suitable payment arrangements. During March, nine accounts were paid in full. In addition, the number of accounts with suitable payment arrangements including full payments increased from 51.9% (February) to 65.3% (March). April 23, 2013 - 2 - F- 2013 -27 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 March, one registered property was redeemed and nine properties were registered. The outstanding taxes for registered properties represents 2.7% of the total outstanding taxes at month end. 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 percentage of taxes outstanding to taxes billed as at March 31, 2013 is 16.2% which is a decrease from 2012's value of 19.2 %. 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 Taxes Receivable at March 31, 2013 Taxes Receivable by Property Class at March 31, 2013 Number of Properties Subject to Registration Scheduled Tax Sales Dates for Registered Properties Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: A. Felicetti Todd H. rison, D rector f Finance Ken odd, Chief Administrative Officer TABLE 1 Total Taxes Receivable Owing at March 31, 2013 2013 2012 Outstanding Taxes @ February 28, 2013 $ 59,417,983 $ 61,291,945 2012 Taxes Owing % of Class Residential Penalty charged in March $ 195,371 $ 217,469 Taxes Collected during March $ 5,987,758 $ 5,903,181 Outstanding Taxes @ March 31, 2013 $ 53,625,596 $ 55,606,233 Taxes Due April 30, 2013 $ 40,489,827 $ 40,172,004 Taxes Past Due $ 13,135,769 $ 15,434,229 TABLE 2 Taxes Receivable by Property Class as at March 31, 2013 2013 Taxes Owing % of Class 2012 Taxes Owing % of Class Residential $ 24,812,153 46.27% $ 24,064,170 43.28% Multi- Residential $ 1,568,809 2.93% $ 1,596,555 2.87% Commercial $ 25,647,330 47.83% $ 28,010,506 50.37% Industrial $ 1,535,040 2.86% $ 1,842,257 3.31% Farmlands $ 62,263 0.12% $ 92,745 0.17% Total Receivables $ 53,625,596 100.00% $ 55,606,233 100.00% TABLE 3 TABLE 4 Scheduled Tax Sales Date Properties Subject to Registration as at February 28, 2013 - Properties Subject to Registration as at March 31, 2013 % Initial Amount 389 389 1 Paid in Full 40 49 12.6% Payment Arrangements 162 205 52.7% Ongoing Collection Action 187 135 34.7% Registered 0 0 0.0% 389 389 100.0% TABLE 4 Scheduled Tax Sales Date Number of Properties Taxes Oustanding Amount May 2013 3 $ 393,221 November 2013 1 $ 415,744 May 2014 14 $ 659,367 Totals 18 $ 1,468,331 F- 2013 -28 Niagaraaalls April 23, 2013 REPORT TO: SUBMITTED BY: SUBJECT: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Finance Department F- 2013 -28 Municipal Accounts RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the municipal accounts totalling $44,074,350.79 for the period February 21, 2013 to April 3, 2013. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The accounts have been reviewed by the Director of Finance and the by -law authorizing payment is listed on tonight's Council agenda. Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: Todd Harnfson, Director of Finance Ken T dd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 1 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name Cheque No. Cheque Date Purpose Amount 1006092 ONTARIO LIMITED 1174757 ONTARIO INC 1186566 ONTARIO INC. o/a TIM HORTONS #1351 1492246 ONTARIO LTD 151702 CANADA INC 1578917 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A WILLIAMS PLUMBING AND HEATII 1578917 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A WILLIAMS PLUMBING AND HEATII 1578917 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A WILLIAMS PLUMBING AND HEATII 1578917 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A WILLIAMS PLUMBING AND HEATII 1578917 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A WILLIAMS PLUMBING AND HEATII 1788800 ONTARIO INC 1814042 ONTARIO INC 1814042 ONTARIO INC 1814042 ONTARIO INC 2002036 ONTARIO INC 2030688 ONTARIO LTD 2030688 ONTARIO LTD 2088937 ONTARIO INC 2095527 ONTARIO LTD 2095527 ONTARIO LTD 2156914 ONTARIO INC O/A IDEAL PLUMBING & HEATING 2156914 ONTARIO INC O/A IDEAL PLUMBING & HEATING 2348441 ONTARIO INC O/A MR QUICK CAR WASH 4ONE LLC 4ONE LLC 753049 ONTARIO LTD 820872 ONTARIO LTD 942352 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A BRISK ALL GLASS 942352 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A BRISK ALL GLASS 984265 ONTARIO LTD aka CIRCLE P PAVING A J STONE COMPANY LTD A J STONE COMPANY LTD A J STONE COMPANY LTD A J STONE COMPANY LTD A.B.A. ARCHITECTS INC ADEWUMI,AYO ADVANCE TOWING ADVANCE TOWING ADVANCE TOWING ADVANCE TOWING ADVANCE TOWING AEVITAS INC AFFILIATED CUSTOMS BROKERS LTD AFFILIATED CUSTOMS BROKERS LTD AFFILIATED CUSTOMS BROKERS LTD AIR CARE SERVICES AIR CARE SERVICES AIR CARE SERVICES AIR CARE SERVICES AIR CARE SERVICES AIR CARE SERVICES AIRON HVAC AIRON HVAC ALBANESE,LORI ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION ALISON'S SPORTS & AWARDS ALISON'S SPORTS & AWARDS ALISON'S SPORTS & AWARDS ALISON'S SPORTS & AWARDS ALLAN JAMIESON II ALTEC INDUSTRIES LTD AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION #1582 AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION #1582 AMERICAN BUS ASSOCIATION ARCHER TRUCK CENTRE WELLAND LTD ARCHER TRUCK CENTRE WELLAND LTD ARCHER TRUCK SERVICES LTD ARCHER TRUCK SERVICES LTD ARCHER TRUCK SERVICES LTD ARIVA 362783 27- Mar -2013 362784 27- Mar -2013 362295 06- Mar -2013 362785 27- Mar -2013 362786 27- Mar -2013 362100 27- Feb -2013 362438 13- Mar -2013 362634 20- Mar -2013 362787 27- Mar -2013 362953 03- Apr -2013 362789 27- Mar -2013 362101 27- Feb -2013 362790 27- Mar -2013 362954 03- Apr -2013 362791 27- Mar -2013 362102 27- Feb -2013 362792 27- Mar -2013 362793 27- Mar -2013 362103 27- Feb -2013 362635 20- Mar -2013 362794 27- Mar -2013 362955 03- Apr -2013 362725 20- Mar -2013 362104 27- Feb -2013 362795 27- Mar -2013 362296 06- Mar -2013 362796 27- Mar -2013 362636 20- Mar -2013 362797 27- Mar -2013 362439 13- Mar -2013 362108 27- Feb -2013 362300 06- Mar -2013 362444 13- Mar -2013 362959 03- Apr -2013 362637 20- Mar -2013 362105 27- Feb -2013 362106 27- Feb -2013 362297 06- Mar -2013 362440 13- Mar -2013 362639 20- Mar -2013 362956 03- Apr -2013 362298 06- Mar -2013 362441 13- Mar -2013 362640 20- Mar -2013 362957 03- Apr -2013 362107 27- Feb -2013 362299 06- Mar -2013 362442 13- Mar -2013 362641 20- Mar -2013 362798 27- Mar -2013 362958 03- Apr -2013 362443 13- Mar -2013 362799 27- Mar -2013 362109 27- Feb -2013 362642 20- Mar -2013 362643 20- Mar -2013 362644 20- Mar -2013 362960 03- Apr -2013 362110 27- Feb -2013 362445 13- Mar -2013 362645 20- Mar -2013 362961 03- Apr -2013 362740 20- Mar -2013 362111 27- Feb -2013 362112 27- Feb -2013 362446 13- Mar -2013 US DRAFT 14- Feb -2013 362647 20- Mar -2013 362962 03- Apr -2013 362113 27- Feb -2013 362447 13- Mar -2013 362646 20- Mar -2013 362292 28- Feb -2013 REFUND REFUND MATERIALS REFUND REFUND SERVICES SERVICES MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS SERVICES SERVICES REFUND MATERIALS VEH ID# 146 VEH ID# 306 REFUND LEASES AND RENTS MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS REFUND LICENSE AGREEMENT LICENSE AGREEMENT MARCH 2013 SERVICES SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS REFUND REFUND MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS REFUND TRAVEUMILEAGE VEH ID# 101 SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES MATERIALS SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES MATERIALS SERVICES SERVICES MATERIALS MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS MATERIALS MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS MATERIALS TRAVEUMILEAGE CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE MEMBERSHIP VEH ID# 86 VEH ID# 562 VEH ID# 684 VEH ID# 678 VEH ID# 85 MATERIALS 215, 203.76 16, 732.65 56.02 36,407.92 12,079.32 2,110.64 1,373.33 171.76 17373 1,309.67 3,215.13 732.24 146.84 146.84 45,660.78 3,502.86 3,502.86 4,174.24 1,130.00 1,130.00 157.18 229.39 88.14 5,182.50 1,799.13 12,142.23 20, 628.36 17, 055.09 11, 300.00 22, 005.16 128.53 428.06 21.19 2,974.63 9,000.00 157.99 237.30 395.50 197.75 197.75 395.50 4,666.90 528.56 47.06 36.28 6,447.12 490.42 1,526.20 4,236.35 2,169.83 1,758.64 1,327.30 1,525.50 144.04 181, 751.41 96,689.41 7,577.14 26, 368.55 36.16 13.00 435.05 50.85 275.00 497.20 2,478.00 2,369.25 500.00 645.24 1,020.83 618.74 347.15 1,785.30 382.40 Page 2 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name ARIVA ARIVA ARIVA ARTISTA DESIGN & PRINT INC ARTISTA DESIGN & PRINT INC ARTISTA DESIGN & PRINT INC ASSOCIATED ENGINEERING (ONT) LTD ATTRACTIONS ONTARIO AUDIBERT,FRED AVENUE INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CO LTD B & A RENTAL PROPERTIES INC B & B LIFT TRUCK SERVICE B & C TRUCK CENTRE B & C TRUCK CENTRE B & C TRUCK CENTRE BADGER DAYLIGHTING LP BAILEY,GEORGE BAIN PRINTING LIMITED BANK OF MONTREAL BANKS,LYNNE BARNES, KAREN BARNSLEY,JOHN BARRY BRYAN ASSOCIATES (1991) LTD BARTY,ROB BATEMAN,SCOTT BEAMAN,KEN BEATTIES BASICS BEATTIES BASICS BEATTIES BASICS BELL CANADA BELL CANADA BELL CANADA BELL CANADA BELL CANADA BELL CANADA - PUBLIC ACCESS BELL CANADA - PUBLIC ACCESS BENNETT,TIM BERTIE PRINTERS LIMITED BIANCO,DOMENIC BICKLE MAIN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY INC BICKLE MAIN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY INC BICKLE MAIN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY INC BIG BROTHERS & BIG SISTERS OF NIAGARA FALLS BIGGARS KEY SHOP BIGGARS KEY SHOP BIGGARS KEY SHOP BINATIONAL TOURISM ALLIANCE BLACK & MCDONALD LTD BOB ROBINSON & SON CONSTRUCTION BOB ROBINSON & SON CONSTRUCTION BOB ROBINSON & SON CONSTRUCTION BOB ROBINSON & SON CONSTRUCTION BOB ROBINSON & SON CONSTRUCTION BOB ROBINSON & SON CONSTRUCTION BOBCAT OF HAMILTON LTD BOBCAT OF HAMILTON LTD BOBCAT OF HAMILTON LTD BORDEN LADNER GERVAIS BORDEN LADNER GERVAIS BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF NIAGARA BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF NIAGARA BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF NIAGARA BRAZEAU,ANN MARIE BREAK A WAY CONCESSIONS BREAK A WAY CONCESSIONS BRINKS CANADA LTD BRINKS CANADA LTD BROCK FORD LINCOLN BROCK FORD LINCOLN BROCK FORD LINCOLN BROCK FORD LINCOLN BROCK FORD LINCOLN BROCK FORD LINCOLN BRUBAKER,JERE Cheque No, Cheque Date Purpose 362301 06- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362448 13- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362648 20- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362115 27- Feb -2013 MATERIALS 362800 27- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362963 03- Apr -2013 MATERIALS 362449 13- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362649 20- Mar -2013 ADVERTISING 362450 13- Mar -2013 REFUND 362116 27- Feb -2013 MATERIALS 362117 27- Feb -2013 REFUND 362454 13- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362303 06- Mar -2013 VEH ID# 536 362455 13- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362801 27- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362302 06- Mar -2013 CONTRACT SERVICES 362451 13- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362650 20- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362452 13- Mar -2013 REFUND 362651 20- Mar -2013 TRAVEUMILEAGE 362652 20- Mar -2013 REFUND 362964 03- Apr -2013 TRAINING 362653 20- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362453 13- Mar -2013 REFUND 362118 27- Feb -2013 MATERIALS 362456 13- Mar -2013 TRAVEL /MILEAGE 362304 06- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362630 20- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362965 03- Apr -2013 CONTRACT SERVICES 362305 06- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362306 06- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362458 13- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362655 20- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362802 27- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362457 13- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362654 20- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362307 06- Mar -2013 REFUND 362459 13- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362803 27- Mar -2013 TRAVEUMILEAGE 362121 27- Feb -2013 MATERIALS 362308 06- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362804 27- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362967 03- Apr -2013 MATERIALS 362122 27- Feb -2013 MATERIALS 362309 06- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362968 03- Apr -2013 MATERIALS 362123 27- Feb -2013 MEMBERSHIP 362656 20- Mar -2013 MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS 362124 27- Feb -2013 MATERIALS 362310 06- Mar -2013 LEASES AND RENTS 362461 13- Mar -2013 CONTRACT SERVICES 362462 13- Mar -2013 LEASES AND RENTS 362658 20- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362805 27- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362460 13- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362657 20- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362969 03- Apr -2013 VEH ID# 220 362125 27- Feb -2013 SERVICES 362806 27- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362126 27- Feb -2013 GRANT 362807 27- Mar -2013 GRANT 362970 03- Apr -2013 2012 SLEEP CHEAP 362311 06- Mar -2013 REFUND 362463 13- Mar -2013 LEASES AND RENTS 362808 27- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362127 27- Feb -2013 SERVICES 362659 20- Mar -2013 SERVICES 362128 27- Feb -2013 MATERIALS 362312 06- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362464 13- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362660 20- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362809 27- Mar -2013 MATERIALS 362971 03- Apr -2013 VEH ID# 124 362466 13- Mar -2013 MATERIALS Amount 976.50 198.07 1,212.33 213.57 33.90 53.11 3,871.38 847.50 150.00 441.83 40,252.46 392.82 1,287.63 851.91 848.94 1,884.28 50.00 157.64 872 44 11.77 1,018.00 509.80 1,475.73 150.00 45.00 149.36 276.07 35,967.34 272.94 75.33 485.90 300.00 475.17 12.48 56.50 56.50 150.00 1,440.75 170.47 703.59 79.10 294.87 300.00 180.80 29.43 209.05 565.00 3,073.60 1,457.70 6,491.85 1,551.78 1,567.88 2,045.30 621.50 306.54 1,341.45 111.53 9,757.89 8,182.20 16, 066.67 16,066.67 481.25 615.27 1,259.37 197.75 1,737.93 1,713.07 239.98 1,481.42 467.14 1,682.07 450.25 1,229.70 30.00 Page 3 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name BRYCE,ANDREW BUDGET ENVIRONMENTAL DISPOSAL INC BURKE GROUP - THE C R L CAMPBELL CONSTRUCTION & DRAINAGE LTD CALE SYSTEMS INC CALE SYSTEMS INC CALE SYSTEMS INC CALE SYSTEMS INC CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR CANADIAN LAW ENFORCEMENT ORGANIZATION CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM CANADIAN NATIONAL CANADIAN NATIONAL CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY CO CANADIAN RED BOOK CANADIAN SAFETY EQUIPMENT INC CANADIAN SALT COMPANY LIMITED THE CANADIAN SALT COMPANY LIMITED THE CANADIAN SALT COMPANY LIMITED THE CANADIAN SALT COMPANY LIMITED THE CANADIAN SALT COMPANY LIMITED THE CANADIAN TIRE REAL ESTATE CANADIAN URBAN TRANSIT ASSOC CANAVAN,WENDY CANCORE INDUSTRIES INC 0/A HAMILTON RADIATOR SERVICE CANCORE INDUSTRIES INC 0/A HAMILTON RADIATOR SERVICE CANPAR TRANSPORT L.P. CANPAR TRANSPORT L.P. CANPAR TRANSPORT L.P. CANPAR TRANSPORT L.P. CANPAR TRANSPORT L.P. CANPAR TRANSPORT L.P. CANSEL CARDINAL COURIERS LTD CARLETON UNIFORMS INC CARRICK,MARZENNA CARRIER ENTERPRISE CANADA L.P. CARSWELL CARSWELL CARSWELL CARSWELL CASCADE INN (NIAGARA FALLS) LIIMITED CASTLE MECHANICAL CATARACT COLLISION CENTRE CBM N.A. INC CBM N.A. INC CEDAR INFRASTRUCTURE PRODUCTS INC CENTRAL COMMUNICATIONS CENTRAL COMMUNICATIONS CENTRAL COMMUNICATIONS CENTRE COURT CAFE CENTURY MANUFACTURING CORPORATION CENTURY VALLEN CENTURY VALLEN CENTURY VALLEN CERIDIAN CANADA LTD CERIDIAN CANADA LTD CERMINARA,JAMES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NIAGARA FALLS CHAMBERS,BOB ROBERT CHAMPION INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT CHAMPION INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD CHOI,MARGARET CIBC ELECTRONIC BANKING OPERATIONS Cheque No. 362129 362130 362313 362330 362661 362810 362811 362973 362467 362974 362629 362132 362316 362664 362812 362975 362133 362665 362468 362977 362135 362136 362318 362470 362667 362814 362815 362472 362662 362314 362663 362134 362317 362469 362666 362813 362976 362471 362978 362979 362137 362138 362319 362474 362668 362980 362817 362669 362139 362140 362818 362981 362320 362819 362982 362820 362670 362141 362821 362983 362321 362984 362142 362671 362985 362475 362672 362143 362476 362673 362822 362986 362674 362477 Cheque Date 27- Feb -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 13- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 15- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Feb -2013 20- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 13- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 06- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 06- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Feb -2013 20- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 20- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 Purpose TRAVEL/MILEAGE MATERIALS SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES MEMBERSHIP/TRAINING MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES SUBSCRIPTION MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS REFUND MATERIALS TRAVEL/MILEAGE MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES MATERIALS SERVICES MATERIALS TRAVEL/MILEAGE MATERIALS SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS REFUND MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS STORES /INVENTORY STORES /INVENTORY REFUND REFUND Amount 174.20 15, 930.74 115.83 17,098.35 270.42 4,764.63 1,209.10 479.07 141.25 118.65 550.00 444.09 627.48 800.58 652.63 298.52 3,774.87 3,774.87 1,105.91 129.95 251.93 56,412.08 47, 413.79 22, 750.10 37, 795.88 27,590.61 10,399.33 1,037.34 72.80 2,020.38 2,101.80 123.44 25.85 97.91 34.39 58.46 10.23 1,589.33 55.41 23,464.97 71.76 12.89 4,419.96 359.77 342.97 1,015.82 97,126.35 99.44 3,390.26 1,804.53 178.20 185.32 461.04 461.04 461.04 101.98 349.90 4,069.59 194.53 192.22 1,704.04 1,704.04 146.89 35.00 33.99 3,228.98 674.61 1,233.44 841.46 776.49 754.72 59.05 657.02 792.06 Page 4 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name CIMCO REFRIGERATION CIMCO REFRIGERATION CIMCO REFRIGERATION CIMCO REFRIGERATION CIT FINANCIAL LTD CITY PARENT C -MAX FIRE SOLUTIONS C -MAX FIRE SOLUTIONS C -MAX FIRE SOLUTIONS COFFEY GEOTECHNICS INC COFFEY GEOTECHNICS INC COFFEY GEOTECHNICS INC COFFEY GEOTECHNICS INC COGECO CABLE CANADA LP COGECO CABLE CANADA LP COLLEE,DOUGLAS COMMERCIAL DIGITAL PRINT INC COMMISSIONAIRES COMMISSIONAIRES COMMISSIONAIRES COMMISSIONAIRES COMMISSIONAIRES COMPRESSION TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION CONDOTTA,AMEDEO & EVA CONSEIL SCOLAIRE DE DIST CATHOLIQUE CENTRE SUD CONSEIL SCOLAIRE DE DIST DU CENTRE SUD OUEST CONTE LAW OFFICE CONTINENTAL TIRE CANADA INC CORFIELD ELECTRIC LTD COTTON INC COTTON INC CRAWFORD & COMPANY (CANADA) INC CRAWFORD & COMPANY (CANADA) INC CRAWFORD & COMPANY (CANADA) INC CRAWFORD & COMPANY (CANADA) INC CRM CONNECTONS INC CULTURAL ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP CUPE LOCAL 133 CUPE LOCAL 133 CUPE LOCAL 133 CUTHBERT,LEE & KRISTIN CZAJKOWSKI,WIKTOR D K TECHNICAL SERVICES INC DADRAWALA,PERCY ARDESHIR DAGUERRE,PIERRE DAN SIMPSON HOLDINGS LTD DANGEN,WARREN SAMUEL& WARREN, KENNETH CHARLES DARCH FIRE DARCH FIRE DARCH FIRE DAVIDSON ENVIRONMENTAL DAVIS, WADE DE LAGE LANDEN FINANCIAL SERVICES CAN INC DE LAGE LANDEN FINANCIAL SERVICES CAN INC DELCAN CORPORATION DELL CANADA INC DESIGN ELECTRONICS DESIGN ELECTRONICS DESIGN ELECTRONICS DESIGN ELECTRONICS DESIGN ELECTRONICS DETLOR,JEFF DIMOND,MARK DIODATI,JIM DIODATI,JIM DIODATI,JIM DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OF NIAGARA DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OF NIAGARA DON'S PORTABLE TOILETS DRAFTING CLINIC CANADA LTD DRAFTING CLINIC CANADA LTD DRAFTING CLINIC CANADA LTD DROLLIS SAFETY SUPPLY CO LTD DTZ BARNICKE NIAGARA LIMITED Cheque No. Cheque Date 362144 27- Feb -2013 362322 06- Mar -2013 362478 13- Mar -2013 362823 27- Mar -2013 362824 27- Mar -2013 362675 20- Mar -2013 362479 13- Mar -2013 362676 20- Mar -2013 362987 03- Apr -2013 362145 27- Feb -2013 362323 06- Mar -2013 362677 20- Mar -2013 362825 27- Mar -2013 362146 27- Feb -2013 362826 27- Mar -2013 362324 06- Mar -2013 362480 13- Mar -2013 362325 06- Mar -2013 362481 13- Mar -2013 362678 20- Mar -2013 362827 27- Mar -2013 362988 03- Apr -2013 362828 27- Mar -2013 362327 06- Mar -2013 WIRE 28- Mar -2013 WIRE 28- Mar -2013 362679 20- Mar -2013 362989 03- Apr -2013 362829 27- Mar -2013 362329 06- Mar -2013 362681 20- Mar -2013 362147 27- Feb -2013 362482 13- Mar -2013 362683 20- Mar -2013 362830 27- Mar -2013 362831 27- Mar -2013 362148 27- Feb -2013 362149 27- Feb -2013 362483 13- Mar -2013 362832 27- Mar -2013 362150 27- Feb -2013 362332 06- Mar -2013 362994 03- Apr -2013 362151 27- Feb -2013 362152 27- Feb -2013 362153 27- Feb -2013 362833 27- Mar -2013 362154 27- Feb -2013 362685 20- Mar -2013 362991 03- Apr -2013 362686 20- Mar -2013 362155 27- Feb -2013 362484 13- Mar -2013 362834 27- Mar -2013 362687 20- Mar -2013 362485 13- Mar -2013 362156 27- Feb -2013 362486 13- Mar -2013 362631 20- Mar -2013 362688 20- Mar -2013 362992 03- Apr -2013 362333 06- Mar -2013 362993 03- Apr -2013 362157 27- Feb -2013 362335 06- Mar -2013 362835 27- Mar -2013 362836 27- Mar -2013 WIRE 28- Mar -2013 362158 27- Feb -2013 362159 27- Feb -2013 362689 20- Mar -2013 362995 03- Apr -2013 362487 13- Mar -2013 362837 27- Mar -2013 Purpose MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES MATERIALS LEASES AND RENTS ADVERTISING MATERIALS VEH ID# 536 VEH ID# 536 CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS SERVICES MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS TRAINING MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES SERVICES REFUND TAX LEVY TAX LEVY REFUND MATERIALS SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES CONSULTING SERVICES MATERIALS PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE REFUND REFUND SERVICES REFUND REFUND MATERIALS REFUND MATERIALS VEH ID# 535 VEH ID# 520 MATERIALS TRAVEUMILEAGE CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES WRAP #2012 -054 MATERIALS TRAVEUMILEAGE TRAVEUMILEAGE TRAVEUMILEAGE SERVICES TAX LEVY LEASES AND RENTS CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS REFUND Amount 938.04 1,139.69 1,717.60 2,218.75 523.86 372.90 312.03 884.73 479.17 4,861.26 16,153.35 4,553.90 6,202.57 847.50 847.50 219.61 85.88 1,433.18 21,689.04 3,601.93 22, 264.55 3,314.88 2,198.19 750.00 278,118.43 84, 932.25 915.30 3,354.13 1,130.00 1,313.97 1,012.03 1,753.00 3,758.20 396.00 1,266.60 3,955.00 543.55 7,926.40 7,955.05 7,914.37 750.00 750.00 169.50 1,244.34 750.00 110.74 1,071.70 372.91 345.33 661.62 94.92 45.00 13, 267.68 2,895.06 4,277.05 140.12 237.30 105.43 13,334.60 90.40 2,198.09 3,400.00 150.00 1,155.00 126.65 1,155.00 5.59 6,955,875.45 89.67 320.50 627.15 358.02 2,160.11 8,240.02 Page 5 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name EASTGATE TRUCK CENTRE EASTGATE TRUCK CENTRE EASTGATE TRUCK CENTRE ECO SOLUTIONS (MILTON) INC ECONOMIC DEVELOPERS ASSOCIATION OF CANADA ECONOPRINT.NET EDWARDS,KATHRYN ELECTRICAL SAFETY AUTHORITY ELECTROMEGA LTD ELIA,DOMENIC ELLIS ENGINEERING INC ELLIS,JULIE EMCO CORPORATION EMCO CORPORATION EMCO CORPORATION EMCO CORPORATION EMCO CORPORATION EMPIRE LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY THE EMPIRE LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY THE ENBRIDGE ENBRIDGE ENBRIDGE ENBRIDGE ENBRIDGE ENBRIDGE ENBRIDGE E -QUIP RENTALS & REPAIRS INC ESPO ELECTRICAL SUPPLY EVANOFF,VICTOR EVANS UTILITY SUPPLY LTD EVANS UTILITY SUPPLY LTD EVANS UTILITY SUPPLY LTD EVANS UTILITY SUPPLY LTD EVERLASTING IMPRESSIONS EVERLASTING IMPRESSIONS EVIN INDUSTRIES LTD EVOLUTION TRUCK & TRAILER SERVICE FALLS AUTO BODY INC FALLS CHEVROLET CADILLAC FALLS ELECTRIC INC FALLS ELECTRIC INC FARE LOGISTICS FARE LOGISTICS FARE LOGISTICS FARID,SALLY FASTENAL CANADA LTD FASTENAL CANADA LTD FASTENAL CANADA LTD FASTENAL CANADA LTD FASTENAL CANADA LTD FERRY,LENNY FIRE MONITORING OF CANADA INC FIRE MONITORING OF CANADA INC FIRE SAFETY CANADA FIRE SAFETY CANADA FIRE SAFETY CANADA FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD FLYING SAUCER DRIVE -IN LIMITED FORLIN,KATHY FORT ERIE ECONOMIC DEVEL & TOURISM CORP FRANK COWAN COMPANY LIMITED GALT MACHINE KNIFE & SAW GENERAL PAINT GEORGIAN COLLEGE GIRARDI,CHRISTINE GLOBALSTAR CANADA SATELLITE CO GOLDER ASSOCIATES LTD GOLIA,VITO& GOLIA, CARMELA GOODLIFE FITNESS - CORPORATE WELLNESS GRAND & TOY Cheque No. 362160 362488 362838 362336 362489 362490 362163 362164 362839 362165 362690 362996 362166 362491 362691 362840 362997 362337 362841 362167 362338 362492 362692 362842 362843 362998 362493 362844 362494 362169 362339 362495 362693 362340 362496 362170 362171 362497 362341 362342 362498 362499 362845 362999 362694 362172 362343 362500 362696 363000 362501 362697 363001 362173 362502 362846 362174 362345 362698 362847 363002 362848 362503 362849 362850 362504 362346 362851 362505 362347 362175 362852 362176 362177 Cheque Date 27- Feb -2013 13- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 20- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Feb -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 06- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 13- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Feb -2013 13- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Feb -2013 13- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Feb -2013 Purpose VEH ID# 339 LICENSING MATERIALS VEH ID# 682 MATERIALS MEMBERSHIP MATERIALS TRAVEUMILEAGE SERVICES SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS STORES /INVENTORY MATERIALS BENEFIT PREMIUM REMITTANCE UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES SERVICES MATERIALS TRAVEUMILEAGE MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS VEH ID# 550 CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES SERVICES LICENSING SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS TRAVEUMILEAGE MATERIALS SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS REFUND TRAVEUMILEAGE NIAGARA DEVELOPMENT CORRIDC REMITTANCE SERVICES MATERIALS REGISTRATION TRAVEUMILEAGE SERVICES SERVICES REFUND MEMBERSHIP MATERIALS Amount 80,332.33 1,135.55 845.85 4,604.75 604.56 98.68 461.86 359.34 77.69 150.00 24,250.93 25.00 108.48 4,004.72 4,423.16 3,323.33 6,111.45 662.84 59,729.31 16,380.68 25,157.12 2,106.13 1,974.94 12,691.75 1,435.71 458.31 160.40 1,163.90 160.00 1,201.35 178.09 14,570.45 442.96 531.10 385.32 397.36 39.43 565.00 258.61 4,389.55 3,112.70 4,830.75 21,168.67 6,243.25 25.96 34.77 666.66 1,270.47 684.92 1,948.48 19.76 832.58 405.10 119.07 580.91 364.49 1,077.96 146.20 567.08 268.92 692.92 17,197.35 58.76 6,500.00 18,296.13 84.75 403.41 302.50 204.77 139.89 5,000.00 1,886.28 791.02 83.26 Page 6 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name GRAYBAR ELECTRIC LTD GRAYBAR ELECTRIC LTD GRAYBAR ELECTRIC LTD GRAYBAR ELECTRIC LTD GREAT GULF (TORONTO 2000) GRIFFIN LANDSCAPING GRIMSBY MUSEUM GROUND AERIAL MAINTENANCE LTD GROUND AERIAL MAINTENANCE LTD GROUND AERIAL MAINTENANCE LTD GROUND AERIAL MAINTENANCE LTD GROUND AERIAL MAINTENANCE LTD GROUND AERIAL MAINTENANCE LTD GT FRENCH PAPER LIMITED GT FRENCH PAPER LIMITED GT FRENCH PAPER LIMITED GT FRENCH PAPER LIMITED GT FRENCH PAPER LIMITED GUILLEVIN INTERNATIONAL CO H D SUPPLY POWER SOLUTIONS H D SUPPLY POWER SOLUTIONS HALCO MOBILE MFG SALES & SERVICE INC HALF WAY SAND PIT LIMITED HALLEX ENGINEERING LTD HALLEX ENGINEERING LTD HANG UPS HANS HOLDINGS INC HARRIS TIME INC HARROW SPORTS CANADA LTD HERO TO HERO INC HEYKOOP,RUTH HICKS MORLEY HAMILTON STEWART STORIE LLP HILL BOLES LTD HILL BOLES LTD HILL BOLES LTD HILL BOLES LTD HIT MEN BRASS BAND HOLMAN,GEOFF HYDRO ONE NETWORKS INC IAN S. MACKAY BARRISTER & SOLICITOR IBEC MACHINE KNIFE LTD IBEC MACHINE KNIFE LTD IBI GROUP IBI GROUP INDUSTRY CANADA INDUSTRY CANADA INNOVATIVE SURFACE SOLUTIONS CANADA INNOVATIVE SURFACE SOLUTIONS CANADA INTACT INSURANCE COMPANY INTERFLEET INC IOANNONI,CARMINE IT WEAPONS INC J & B PROCESS SERVING INC J & B PROCESS SERVING INC J.J. MACKAY CANADA LIMITED JACKET CELLAR THE JACKET CELLAR THE JACKSON,DAVE JARDINE LLOYD THOMPSON CANADA LTD JAX COMMERCIAL FITNESS EQUIPMENT REPAIR JAX COMMERCIAL FITNESS EQUIPMENT REPAIR JOE JOHNSON EQUIPMENT JOHN - MICHAEL'S JOHNNY RAG JR B CANUCKS JR B CANUCKS JR B CANUCKS JR B CANUCKS JR B CANUCKS K E LYN ROYCE KAUPP ELECTRIC LTD KEALEY & ASSOCIATES INC. KEN WARDEN CONSTRUCTION LTD KEN WARDEN CONSTRUCTION LTD Cheque No. Cheque Date 362178 27- Feb -2013 362700 20- Mar -2013 362853 27- Mar -2013 363003 03- Apr -2013 362348 06- Mar -2013 362854 27- Mar -2013 362349 06- Mar -2013 362702 20- Mar -2013 362506 13- Mar -2013 362507 13- Mar -2013 362701 20- Mar -2013 362702 20- Mar -2013 362855 27- Mar -2013 362179 27- Feb -2013 362508 13- Mar -2013 362703 20- Mar -2013 362856 27- Mar -2013 363004 03- Apr -2013 362704 20- Mar -2013 362705 20- Mar -2013 363006 03- Apr -2013 362509 13- Mar -2013 363005 03- Apr -2013 362350 06- Mar -2013 362510 13- Mar -2013 362857 27- Mar -2013 362859 27- Mar -2013 362511 13- Mar -2013 362512 13- Mar -2013 362513 13- Mar -2013 362514 13- Mar -2013 362351 06- Mar -2013 362180 27- Feb -2013 362352 06- Mar -2013 362706 20- Mar -2013 363007 03- Apr -2013 US DRAFT 14- Feb -2013 362353 06- Mar -2013 362860 27- Mar -2013 362515 13- Mar -2013 362516 13- Mar -2013 362861 27- Mar -2013 362181 27- Feb -2013 362862 27- Mar -2013 362517 13- Mar -2013 362863 27- Mar -2013 362354 06- Mar -2013 363008 03- Apr -2013 362518 13- Mar -2013 362707 20- Mar -2013 362864 27- Mar -2013 362182 27- Feb -2013 362521 13- Mar -2013 362708 20- Mar -2013 362865 27- Mar -2013 362183 27- Feb -2013 363009 03- Apr -2013 362355 06- Mar -2013 362519 13- Mar -2013 362184 27- Feb -2013 362520 13- Mar -2013 363010 03- Apr -2013 362522 13- Mar -2013 363011 03- Apr -2013 362185 27- Feb -2013 362356 06- Mar -2013 362357 06- Mar -2013 362523 13- Mar -2013 363012 03- Apr -2013 363054 03- Apr -2013 362866 27- Mar -2013 362358 06- Mar -2013 362186 27- Feb -2013 362359 06- Mar -2013 Purpose MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS REFUND SERVICES MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS STORES /INVENTORY STORES /INVENTORY MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS REFUND CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS TRAINING REFUND SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS PARADE TRAVEUMILEAGE REFUND SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES SERVICES LICENCE RENEWAL FEES MATERIALS MATERIALS RENEWAL POLICY SERVICES TRAVEUMILEAGE SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS TRAVEUMILEAGE INSURANCE PREMUIM SERVICES MATERIALS VEH ID# 404 MATERIALS MATERIALS TICKET REVENUE - CLEARING GRANT TICKET REVENUE - CLEARING TICKET REVENUE - CLEARING ADVERTISING MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES Amount 735.96 176.51 134.92 336.57 262.98 610.20 4,405.60 24,141.91 18,479.26 3,229.29 9,253.19 1,763.63 451.45 1,593.24 963.23 586.47 1,964.42 2,022.45 1,394.31 19,440.98 2,174 12 621.50 10,393.18 3,669.11 5,198.00 216.93 12,728.03 113.00 3,863.08 200.00 30.00 186.45 227.78 183.29 496.70 104.25 500.00 173.01 428.13 423.75 303.97 68.93 48,432.83 56, 594.63 6,297.00 6,137.00 9,637.47 180 19 3,527.28 4,006.95 150.00 13,906.26 118.65 39.55 588.90 737.89 2,958.34 217.88 7,744.68 497.20 463.30 1,983.55 565.00 147.83 1,654.00 10,000.00 8,212.00 13, 084.00 150.00 6,780.00 1,702.91 5,650.00 10,114.04 682.52 Page 7 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name KEN WARDEN CONSTRUCTION LTD KEN WARDEN CONSTRUCTION LTD KEN WARDEN CONSTRUCTION LTD KLENZOID KLENZOID KLENZOID KOABEL,TIM KOSANOVICH,JOVAN KOUTOUKI GREEK CUISINE KRAWCZYK CONSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE KRAWCZYK CONSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE KRAWCZYK CONSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE KRONSTEIN,MARK KROWN RUST CONTROL KROWN RUST CONTROL KROWN RUST CONTROL KROWN RUST CONTROL KROWN RUST CONTROL KUIPERS,JANET L ST AMAND ENTERPRISES LAERDAL MEDICAL CANADA LTD LAERDAL MEDICAL CANADA LTD LAFARGE CANADA INC LAKE'S MAINTENANCE LAKE'S MAINTENANCE LAKE'S MAINTENANCE LAKE'S MAINTENANCE LAMAR COMPANIES LANDOLT, DAVID LATOPLAST LTD LAURA SECORD APARTMENTS C/O REALSTAR MANAGEMENT LEEDS TRANSIT LEHOCKE,JOHN LEXISNEXIS CANADA INC LEXISNEXIS CANADA INC LIPPERT & WRIGHT FUELS INC LIPPERT & WRIGHT FUELS INC LIPPERT & WRIGHT FUELS INC LIPPERT & WRIGHT FUELS INC LIPPERT & WRIGHT FUELS INC LIQUID INDUSTRIES CANADA LISA'S TROPHY SHOP LMS3 DEVELOPMENT INC LONDON REPTILES LOSTRACCO,PATRICK& LOSTRACCO, LINDSAY M & L SUPPLY FIRE AND SAFETY M & L SUPPLY FIRE AND SAFETY M & L SUPPLY FIRE AND SAFETY M & L SUPPLY FIRE AND SAFETY M J DUMONT ENTERPRISES LTD M J DUMONT ENTERPRISES LTD M S & J RESTAURANT LIMITED MACLEOD,ADAM MANOR CLEANERS MANOR CLEANERS MANPOWER MANPOWER MANPOWER MANPOWER MANPOWER MAPMOBILITY CORP MARI -LYNNE EASTLAND MATSON,BILL MCCAULEY,DON MCCONNELL,LUCILLE MCDONALD,ROB MCKAY HEATH IN TRUST MCLEOD & SAVOIE AUTO AND TRUCK SERVICE LTD MCNAMARA,SUSAN MCRAE,CHRIS MEOA METAL SUPERMARKETS METRO FREIGHTLINER HAMILTON METRO FREIGHTLINER HAMILTON Cheque No. Cheque Date 362524 13- Mar -2013 362709 20- Mar -2013 362867 27- Mar -2013 362187 27- Feb -2013 362525 13- Mar -2013 362710 20- Mar -2013 362360 06- Mar -2013 362188 27- Feb -2013 363013 03- Apr -2013 362189 27- Feb -2013 362711 20- Mar -2013 363014 03- Apr -2013 362526 13- Mar -2013 362361 06- Mar -2013 362527 13- Mar -2013 362712 20- Mar -2013 362868 27- Mar -2013 363015 03- Apr -2013 362528 13- Mar -2013 362718 20- Mar -2013 362362 06- Mar -2013 362529 13- Mar -2013 362363 06- Mar -2013 362190 27- Feb -2013 362364 06- Mar -2013 362530 13- Mar -2013 362869 27- Mar -2013 362713 20- Mar -2013 362191 27- Feb -2013 362192 27- Feb -2013 362870 27- Mar -2013 362193 27- Feb -2013 362714 20- Mar -2013 362532 13- Mar -2013 363016 03- Apr -2013 362195 27- Feb -2013 362368 06- Mar -2013 362534 13- Mar -2013 362716 20- Mar -2013 363018 03- Apr -2013 362535 13- Mar -2013 362717 20- Mar -2013 362872 27- Mar -2013 362369 06- Mar -2013 362370 06- Mar -2013 362206 27- Feb -2013 362547 13- Mar -2013 362723 20- Mar -2013 363025 03- Apr -2013 362205 27- Feb -2013 362878 27- Mar -2013 362880 27- Mar -2013 362196 27- Feb -2013 362371 06- Mar -2013 362536 13- Mar -2013 362197 27- Feb -2013 362372 06- Mar -2013 362537 13- Mar -2013 362719 20- Mar -2013 362873 27- Mar -2013 363019 03- Apr -2013 362161 27- Feb -2013 362538 13- Mar -2013 362199 27- Feb -2013 362539 13- Mar -2013 362200 27- Feb -2013 362874 27- Mar -2013 362540 13- Mar -2013 362541 13- Mar -2013 362201 27- Feb -2013 363020 03- Apr -2013 362875 27- Mar -2013 362202 27- Feb -2013 362373 06- Mar -2013 Purpose CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS REFUND REFUND MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES TRAVEUMILEAGE VEH ID# -154 CONTRACT SERVICES VEH ID#-44 VEH ID# -338 CONTRACT SERVICES TRAVEUMILEAGE MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES ADVERTISING REFUND STORES /INVENTORY REFUND MATERIALS REFUND MATERIALS RENEWAL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL MATERIALS MATERIALS REFUND MATERIALS REFUND MATERIALS VEH ID# -572 MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES REFUND REFUND MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS TRAVEL/MILEAGE TRAVEL/MILEAGE TRAVEUMILEAGE PETTY CASH REFUND VEH ID# -823 TRAVEUMILEAGE REFUND REGISTRATION MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS Amount 3,932.40 6,433.02 12, 304.57 534.91 2,300.92 213.57 47.39 140.10 248.60 1,254.30 2,090.50 641.67 150.00 158.14 226.00 141.19 180.74 135.54 100.36 677.75 211.38 455.14 18,143.16 1,431.72 2,226.67 2,538.41 1,796.14 1,717.60 750.00 186.45 5,008.20 6,758.24 120.00 191.36 323.18 46,037.22 4,480.33 23, 527.74 39,127.94 16,101.72 332.22 1,028.30 1,326.60 1,130.00 750.00 1,713.64 235.57 1,406.34 218.12 906.33 906.33 4,931.70 750.00 17.01 17.40 1,513.92 341.17 341.17 650.36 341.17 678.00 180.80 55.64 165.36 150.00 714.70 6,527.35 129.95 170.00 150.00 372.05 144.27 7,017.75 1,142.36 Page 8 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name METRO FREIGHTLINER HAMILTON METRO FREIGHTLINER HAMILTON METRO FREIGHTLINER HAMILTON METRO FREIGHTLINER HAMILTON MG PROMOTIONS MG PROMOTIONS MGM SECURITY GROUP INC MHPM PROJECT MANAGERS INC MICIELI,TONY MINISTER OF FINANCE MINISTER OF FINANCE MINISTER OF FINANCE MINISTER OF FINANCE MINISTER OF FINANCE MINISTER OF FINANCE MINISTER OF FINANCE MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL MIRABELLI,SAM MMC BUS DIVISION INC. MMC BUS DIVISION INC. MOASE,SUZANNE MOASE,SUZANNE MODERN LANDFILL INC MODERN LANDFILL INC MODERN LANDFILL INC MODERN LANDFILL INC MODERN LANDFILL INC MODU -LOC FENCE RENTALS MONTGOMERY BROS & NORTHLAND SUPPLY MONTGOMERY BROS & NORTHLAND SUPPLY MOON,BILL MOORE CANADA MOROCCO, JOHN MORRONE,MARY MULLER PROPERTIES INC MULLER'S WORKWEAR MULLER'S WORKWEAR MULLER'S WORKWEAR MULLER'S WORKWEAR MULLER'S WORKWEAR MUNICIPAL RETIREES ORGANIZATION ONTARIO N S.M FABRICATING LIMITED NARANG,DEVANSHU NBFSPQ NEDERMAN CANADA LIMITED NEPTUNE TECHNOLOGY GROUP (CANADA) LTD NGUYEN,NHAN VAN& NGUYEN, DUC THI NIAGARA ANALYTICAL LABORATORIES INC NIAGARA ANALYTICAL LABORATORIES INC NIAGARA ANALYTICAL LABORATORIES INC NIAGARA BATTERY & TIRE NIAGARA BATTERY & TIRE NIAGARA BATTERY & TIRE NIAGARA BLOCK INC NIAGARA CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD NIAGARA CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD NIAGARA DISTRICT AIRPORT COMMISSION NIAGARA DRIVETRAIN CENTRE NIAGARA FALLS ART GALLERY NIAGARA FALLS ART GALLERY NIAGARA FALLS ART GALLERY NIAGARA FALLS COMMUNITY OUTREACH NIAGARA FALLS COMMUNITY OUTREACH NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIETY NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIETY NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIETY NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOC NIAGARA FALLS TOURISM Cheque No. Cheque Date 362542 13- Mar -2013 362721 20- Mar -2013 362876 27- Mar -2013 363021 03- Apr -2013 362375 06- Mar -2013 362543 13- Mar -2013 362374 06- Mar -2013 362722 20- Mar -2013 363022 03- Apr -2013 362203 27- Feb -2013 362376 06- Mar -2013 362377 06- Mar -2013 362378 06- Mar -2013 362544 13- Mar -2013 363023 03- Apr -2013 363024 03- Apr -2013 362204 27- Feb -2013 362545 13- Mar -2013 362877 27- Mar -2013 362546 13- Mar -2013 362379 06- Mar -2013 362548 13- Mar -2013 362207 27- Feb -2013 362549 13- Mar -2013 362208 27- Feb -2013 362380 06- Mar -2013 362724 20- Mar -2013 362879 27- Mar -2013 363026 03- Apr -2013 362209 27- Feb -2013 362210 27- Feb -2013 362550 13- Mar -2013 363027 03- Apr -2013 362551 13- Mar -2013 362552 13- Mar -2013 362211 27- Feb -2013 362382 06- Mar -2013 362212 27- Feb -2013 362381 06- Mar -2013 362553 13- Mar -2013 362726 20- Mar -2013 363028 03- Apr -2013 362554 13- Mar -2013 362226 27- Feb -2013 362881 27- Mar -2013 US DRAFT 18- Mar -2013 362882 27- Mar -2013 362555 13- Mar -2013 362883 27- Mar -2013 362556 13- Mar -2013 362727 20- Mar -2013 363029 03- Apr -2013 362557 13- Mar -2013 362728 20- Mar -2013 363030 03- Apr -2013 362729 20- Mar -2013 362558 13- Mar -2013 WIRE 28- Mar -2013 362213 27- Feb -2013 363031 03- Apr -2013 362214 27- Feb -2013 362215 27- Feb -2013 362884 27- Mar -2013 362628 14- Mar -2013 362885 27- Mar -2013 362216 27- Feb -2013 362383 06- Mar -2013 362886 27- Mar -2013 362218 27- Feb -2013 362219 27- Feb -2013 362559 13- Mar -2013 362887 27- Mar -2013 362888 27- Mar -2013 362220 27- Feb -2013 Purpose MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE TRAVEUMILEAGE MATERIALS MATERIALS TRAVEUMILEAGE TRAVEUMILEAGE CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES SERVICES MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS TRAVEUMILEAGE CONTRACT SERVICES LEASES AND RENTS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MEMBERSHIP MATERIALS REFUND MEMBERSHIPS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES REFUND CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS TAX LEVY SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS GRANT GRANT GRANT REFUND GRANT REMITTANCE GRANT PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE GRANT Amount 3,301.58 3,360.00 9,057.83 9,571.26 118.65 284.76 334.48 1,792.75 146.89 366.99 3,755.79 158.25 58,613.62 262.61 3,649.13 57,493.91 1,082.32 1,082.32 1,082.32 267.84 1,360.90 1,152.60 69.68 41.60 1,983.21 2,164.51 1,056.98 1,932.80 459.27 177.98 6,794.69 2,055.47 45.00 19,721.10 159.12 150.00 1,139.04 2,841.05 862.88 227.63 117.52 198.25 300.00 135.60 30.00 690.00 909.14 1,005.70 1,162.28 2,123.50 823.77 586.47 1,931.20 764.20 1,215.84 147.69 150.00 3, 656, 747.62 23, 647.00 599.24 110.12 2,250.00 2,250.00 175.00 1,922.56 39,795.17 540.00 39, 795.17 7,980.09 6,892.80 6,892.80 7,907.08 6,892.80 30, 000.00 Page 9 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name NIAGARA FALLS TOURISM NIAGARA HEALTH SYSTEM NIAGARA OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES NIAGARA ON THE LAKE HYDRO INC NIAGARA PARKS COMMISSION NIAGARA PARKS COMMISSION NIAGARA PARKS COMMISSION NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC NIAGARA PENINSULA ENERGY INC NIAGARA REGIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK NIAGARA REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY NIAGARA REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY NIAGARA REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY NIAGARA REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY NIAGARA REGIONAL TOWING NIAGARA REGIONAL TOWING NIAGARA RIVER TRADING COMPANY NIAGARA SPRING SERVICE LTD NIAGARA SPRING SERVICE LTD NIAGARA THIS WEEK NIAGARA THIS WEEK NIAGARA THIS WEEK NIAGARA VIDEO PRODUCTIONS NIAGARA WATER CONDITIONING LTD NIAGARA'S OWN LANDSCAPING INC NICK'S TRUCK PARTS INC. NICKS,JOAN NOME TREASURER NORJOHN CONTRACTING & PAVING LTD NORRIS,STEVE NORTHLINE CANADA LTD VEHICLE DETECTION SYSTEMS NORTRAX NOVAQUIP LIFTING SYSTEMS INC. OACA OCE- CANADA INC OCE- CANADA INC O'HARA TRUCKING & EXCAVATING O'HARA TRUCKING & EXCAVATING O'HARA TRUCKING & EXCAVATING OMERS OMERS ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS ONTARIO FIRE CHIEFS' ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT ASSOCIATI ONTARIO INFRASTRUCTURE AND LANDS CORPORATION ONTARIO MUNICIPAL ADMINISTRATORS' ASSOCIATION ONTARIO MUNICIPAL HEALTH & SAFETY REPRESENTATIVES AS PAGENET OF CANADA INC PAGENET OF CANADA INC PARAMOUNT DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS INC. PARIS EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING LTD PARTS SOURCE PARTS SOURCE PATRIOT ENTERPRISES PEMBERTON,BRAD PENINSULA CONSTRUCTION INC. PENINSULA CONSTRUCTION INC. PENINSULA HOSE & HYDRAULICS LTD. PENINSULA PEST CONTROL LTD PENINSULA PEST CONTROL LTD PENINSULA PEST CONTROL LTD PENINSULA TOWING & RECOVERY Cheque No. Cheque Date 362889 27- Mar -2013 362560 13- Mar -2013 362731 20- Mar -2013 362732 20- Mar -2013 362221 27- Feb -2013 362437 11- Mar -2013 362891 27- Mar -2013 362222 27- Feb -2013 362223 27- Feb -2013 362384 06- Mar -2013 362385 06- Mar -2013 362561 13- Mar -2013 362562 13- Mar -2013 362733 20- Mar -2013 362734 20- Mar -2013 362893 27- Mar -2013 362952 27- Mar -2013 363033 03- Apr -2013 363034 03- Apr -2013 362735 20- Mar -2013 362239 27- Feb -2013 362398 06- Mar -2013 362583 13- Mar -2013 362910 27- Mar -2013 362563 13- Mar -2013 363035 03- Apr -2013 362738 20- Mar -2013 362564 13- Mar -2013 363036 03- Apr -2013 362565 13- Mar -2013 362736 20- Mar -2013 362894 27- Mar -2013 363032 03- Apr -2013 362566 13- Mar -2013 362890 27- Mar -2013 362895 27- Mar -2013 362224 27- Feb -2013 363037 03- Apr -2013 362225 27- Feb -2013 363038 03- Apr -2013 362737 20- Mar -2013 363039 03- Apr -2013 362567 13- Mar -2013 362291 28- Feb -2013 362568 13- Mar -2013 362896 27- Mar -2013 362569 13- Mar -2013 362627 14- Mar -2013 362739 20- Mar -2013 362388 06- Mar -2013 362389 06- Mar -2013 362570 13- Mar -2013 362741 20- Mar -2013 362897 27- Mar -2013 363041 03- Apr -2013 362387 06- Mar -2013 363042 03- Apr -2013 362228 27- Feb -2013 362742 20- Mar -2013 362229 27- Feb -2013 362571 13- Mar -2013 362898 27- Mar -2013 362572 13- Mar -2013 362230 27- Feb -2013 362899 27- Mar -2013 362390 06- Mar -2013 362391 06- Mar -2013 362743 20- Mar -2013 363043 03- Apr -2013 362392 06- Mar -2013 362232 27- Feb -2013 362744 20- Mar -2013 362900 27- Mar -2013 362745 20- Mar -2013 Purpose GRANT SERVICES MATERIALS UTILITIES MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES UTILITIES CONTRACT SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS VEH ID# -532 CONTRACT SERVICES ADVERTISING ADVERTISING ADVERTISING MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS ADVERTISING CONTRACT SERVICES SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES VEH ID#-48 MATERIALS MEMBERSHIP MATERIALS SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES -2012- 201 -08 CONTRACT SERVICES PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE MATERIALS MATERIALS TRAINING TRAINING MEMBERSHIP LEASES AND RENTS MEMBERSHIP -KEN TODD MEMBERSHIP MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS STORES /INVENTORY REFUND CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS Amount 30,000.00 45.00 248.60 109.82 160,053.35 754,370.19 316, 744.16 7,367.11 90,019.04 8,475.70 5,117.94 12,308.24 5,018.02 8,195.67 184,340.12 7,265.73 2,890.48 9,773.47 10,117.05 4,600.59 10,401.11 5,811.46 1,114.18 16,483.71 101.70 237.30 264.42 1,588.14 635.25 55.38 716.99 339.00 1,032.76 135.60 5,593.50 13.00 200.00 35.00 82, 381.95 257.38 314.14 734.73 6,088.44 110.00 264.99 381.94 13,338.95 32,989.81 47,813 -36 581,246.31 32, 565.04 63.00 368.10 101.70 1,017.00 45.00 5,106.68 406.80 110.00 17.14 17.14 473.75 3,991.16 101.64 135.49 497.65 150.00 1,610.25 1,163.90 1,468.75 194.36 67.80 194.36 113.00 Page 10 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name PENINSULA TOWING & RECOVERY PENNER BUILDING CENTRE PEREDUN,KATRINA PERFORMANCE CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP PETERS EXCAVATING INC PHOENIX LANDSCAPING PORTER,GAIL POS TRANSACTIONS PRACTICA LTD PRAXAIR PRAXAIR PRAXAIR PRAXAIR PRECISION AUTOMOTIVE MACHINE SHOP PRIDE SIGNS LIMITED PRIMARY CARE NIAGARA - NIAGARA FALLS PRINTING HOUSE LTD PRINTING HOUSE LTD PROJECT SHARE PROJECT SHARE PROSECUTORS' ASSOCIATION OF ONTARIO PROVINCIAL CONSTRUCTION (NIAGARA FALLS) LTD PROVINCIAL CONSTRUCTION (NIAGARA FALLS) LTD PULLANO,MIKE PURE WATER PURE WATER PURE WATER PURE WATER PURE WATER PUROLATOR COURIER R & W HOIST REPAIRS LTD R J MCCARTHY LTD R J SMITH EQUIPMENT INC R J SMITH EQUIPMENT INC R J SMITH EQUIPMENT INC R.STASIAK ENGINEERING INC RACO AUTO SUPPLY LTD RACO AUTO SUPPLY LTD RACO AUTO SUPPLY LTD RBC LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY RBC LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY REALTAX INC REALTAX INC REALTAX INC REAMINED SYSTEMS INC RECEIVER GENERAL RECEIVER GENERAL RECEIVER GENERAL REDGATE SOFTWARE 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 REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA RIOCAN HOLDINGS INC ROBERTS,CYNTHIA ROCHESTER MIDLAND LIMITED ROCHESTER MIDLAND LIMITED ROCHESTER MIDLAND LIMITED ROGERS WIRELESS INC ROGERS WIRELESS INC ROGERS WIRELESS INC RONALD C. ELLENS APPRAISALS INC RONNIES GENERATOR SERVICE LTD. ROYAL ENVELOPE LTD ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM SACCO CONSTRUCTION LTD SACCO CONSTRUCTION LTD SACCO CONSTRUCTION LTD SACCO,ALFRED Cheque No. Cheque Date 362901 27- Mar -2013 362573 13- Mar -2013 362574 13- Mar -2013 362746 20- Mar -2013 363044 03- Apr -2013 362575 13- Mar -2013 362576 13- Mar -2013 362902 27- Mar -2013 362233 27- Feb -2013 362234 27- Feb -2013 362577 13- Mar -2013 362747 20- Mar -2013 363045 03- Apr -2013 362903 27- Mar -2013 362235 27- Feb -2013 362393 06- Mar -2013 362748 20- Mar -2013 362904 27- Mar -2013 362236 27- Feb -2013 362905 27- Mar -2013 363046 03- Apr -2013 362578 13- Mar -2013 362579 13- Mar -2013 362906 27- Mar -2013 362237 27- Feb -2013 362293 28- Feb -2013 362394 06- Mar -2013 362749 20- Mar -2013 363047 03- Apr -2013 362580 13- Mar -2013 363055 03- Apr -2013 362198 27- Feb -2013 362240 27- Feb -2013 362584 13- Mar -2013 362912 27- Mar -2013 362244 27- Feb -2013 362395 06- Mar -2013 362907 27- Mar -2013 363048 03- Apr -2013 362396 06- Mar -2013 363049 03- Apr -2013 362397 06- Mar -2013 362908 27- Mar -2013 363050 03- Apr -2013 362581 13- Mar -2013 362238 27- Feb -2013 362582 13- Mar -2013 362909 27- Mar -2013 US DRAFT 18- Mar -2013 WIRE 20- Feb -2013 WIRE 28- Feb -2013 WIRE 28- Feb -2013 WIRE 05- Mar -2013 WIRE 12- Mar -2013 WIRE 19- Mar -2013 WIRE 28- Mar -2013 WIRE 28- Mar -2013 362911 27- Mar -2013 362913 27- Mar -2013 362241 27- Feb -2013 362751 20- Mar -2013 362914 27- Mar -2013 362242 27- Feb -2013 362915 27- Mar -2013 363051 03- Apr -2013 363052 03- Apr -2013 363053 03- Apr -2013 362752 20- Mar -2013 362243 27- Feb -2013 362753 20- Mar -2013 362245 27- Feb -2013 362585 13- Mar -2013 362916 27- Mar -2013 362754 20- Mar -2013 Purpose CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS TRAVEL /MILEAGE CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES TRAVEUMILEAGE MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS REFUND SERVICES SUPPLIES ADVERTISING GRANT GRANT MEMBERSHIP CONTRACT SERVICES - 2012 - 249 -11 CONTRACT SERVICES - 2012 - 250 -11 REFUND MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES STORES /INVENTORY STORES /INVENTORY STORES /INVENTORY REMITTANCE REMITTANCE MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES SERVICES PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE SUPPORT DEBT 75 -2003 2012 FINAL LEVY JAN WATER SIGNAL BILLING 1ST QUARTER TAX LEVY WASTE MGT DEBT 45 -2011 FEB WATER REFUND TRAVEUMILEAGE MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS LEASES AND RENTS LEASES AND RENTS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES REFUND Amount 84 75 196.61 9.36 41,840.51 63,530.45 4,110.94 49.92 350.81 1,663.24 94.75 838.20 342.72 423.46 146.90 158.48 250.00 191.54 101.70 24, 866.67 24, 866.67 495.00 87, 719.38 7,389.98 420.98 11.50 430.00 508.50 40.00 30.00 270.38 1,500.64 181.37 1,627.03 446.35 4,474.01 573.48 4,687.24 1,901.12 734.98 1,343.23 1,340.75 7,881.75 791.00 1,491.60 565.00 532,440.65 476,839.62 493,646.24 1,296.00 12,171.25 2, 057, 836.64 1, 900, 316.24 19,459.63 15,864,319.00 1,676, 928.00 1,033,952.12 1,840,068.98 108, 307.85 228.07 513.19 2,897.70 2,184.02 1,158.67 1,513.68 1,252.80 2,173.40 693.49 178.79 904.00 5,650.00 1,083.11 4,316.60 7,959.72 271.48 Page 11 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name SACCO,FRED SAFETY KLEEN CANADA INC SAFETY KLEEN CANADA INC SAFETY -KLEEN CANADA INC. OIL DIVISION SALIT STEEL SAMPSON,HAROLD SAMPSON,LESLEY SANI GEAR FIRE SARRIA GILL,YULISSA SCOTT CONSTRUCTION NIAGARA INC SCOTT,CHRISTIENA SEALER WORKS SEAWAY FLUID POWER GROUP SEAWAY FLUID POWER GROUP SEAWAY FLUID POWER GROUP SERVICEMASTER CLEAN OF NIAGARA SERVICEMASTER CLEAN OF NIAGARA SERVICEMASTER CLEAN OF NIAGARA SETON SHADOW GRAPHIC SHEEHAN ARBITRATION MEDIATION SERVICES SHORTHILLS TREE SERVICE INC SHRED IT INTERNATIONAL INC SID SHEAR LTD SIGNATURE SIGNS SIMPLISTIC LINES INC SIX PAYMENT SERVICES (USA) CORP SLACK,SCOTT SNAP NIAGARA FALLS SOCIETY OF PUBLIC INSURANCE ADMINISTRATORS OF ONTARI( SPARKLE SOLUTIONS SPENCER,MATT SPORT SYSTEMS UNLIMITED CORP ST JOHN AMBULANCE ST JOHN AMBULANCE ST JOHN AMBULANCE STAMFORD HOME HARDWARE STANCO SIGNS AND PROMOTIONS STANLEY VARIETY GENERAL ACCOUNT STANTE, FRAN K STAR COLLISION SERVICE STEVENSVILLE LAWN SERVICE INC STEVENSVILLE LAWN SERVICE INC STEVENSVILLE LAWN SERVICE INC STICCA,JAMES STITCH IT CANADA'S TAILOR STITCH IT CANADA'S TAILOR STORAGE NIAGARA STORAGE NIAGARA STREAMLINE UPHOLSTERY INC STREAMLINE UPHOLSTERY INC SUN LIFE SUN LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA - BILLING AND CO SUN LIFE MONTREAL SUN MEDIA CORPORATION SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS PARTNERSHIP SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS PARTNERSHIP SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS PARTNERSHIP SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS PARTNERSHIP SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS PARTNERSHIP SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS PARTNERSHIP SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS PARTNERSHIP SUPERIOR BLEND COFFEE LTD SUPERIOR BLEND COFFEE LTD SUPERIOR BLEND COFFEE LTD SUPERIOR LAUNDRY SERVICE LTD. SUPERIOR LAUNDRY SERVICE LTD. SUPERIOR LAUNDRY SERVICE LTD. SUPERIOR LAUNDRY SERVICE LTD. SUPERIOR PROPANE INC SUTPHEN CORPORATION SYNCHRO ENGINEERING LTD TALK WIRELESS INC TALK WIRELESS INC Cheque No. 362246 362399 362917 362247 362755 362918 363056 362919 362586 362920 362400 362756 362401 362587 362921 362248 362757 362922 363057 362250 362251 362403 362923 363058 362924 362252 362925 362588 362589 362590 363059 362759 362405 362255 362927 362928 362591 362632 362406 362633 363060 362592 362593 362594 362253 362254 362926 362760 363061 362595 363062 WIRE 362601 362600 362408 362256 362407 362596 362597 362761 362929 363063 362409 362762 363064 362257 362410 362603 362930 362602 US DRAFT 362258 362259 362412 Cheque Date 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 20- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 13- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 13- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 01- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 06- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 06- Mar -2013 20- Mar -2013 03- Apr -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 27- Mar -2013 13- Mar -2013 18- Mar -2013 27- Feb -2013 27- Feb -2013 06- Mar -2013 Purpose TRAINING MATERIALS MATERIALS FUEL MATERIALS REFUND TRAVEL/MILEAGE MATERIALS REFUND MATERIALS REFUND MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS ADVERTISING MATERIALS MATERIALS REFUND ADVERTISING MEMBERSHIP -TOM MUSSARI MATERIALS REFUND MATERIALS GRANT GRANT GRANT MATERIALS MATERIALS REFUND MATERIALS - REPLACE OLD CHQ MAINTENANCE /REPAIRS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES TRAINING MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS VEH ID# -536 VEH ID#-86 MARCH PREMIUMS REMITTANCE REMITTANCE ADVERTISING FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS Amount 188.37 1,845.59 461.93 1,632.00 3,142.53 1,687.97 604.34 324.60 635.75 6,554.68 45.20 491.55 788.14 907.67 1,688.41 1,005.70 3,279.86 282.50 378.84 53.11 1,223.25 1,988.80 101.09 238.05 180.80 696.51 100.00 150.00 288.15 200.00 363.31 135.59 3,644.25 35, 944.00 2,741.67 33,202.33 98.26 3,150.44 750.00 39.55 5,579.77 7,570.92 40,577.44 19,422.28 123.76 64.30 149.14 384.20 2,966.25 62.15 830.55 302, 355.92 500.96 1,251.94 255.38 54, 018.44 29, 307.78 64,736.51 1,643.40 17,088.79 47, 882.58 63,254.04 160.06 669.63 129.78 145.78 72.89 72.89 145.78 2,622.33 55.00 3,923.93 1,421.92 462.74 Page 12 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name TALK WIRELESS INC TALK WIRELESS INC TALK WIRELESS INC TAMM COMMUNICATIONS INC TAMM COMMUNICATIONS INC TAXITAB TAYLORS WATER SERVICE TECHNICAL STANDARDS & SAFETY AUTHORITY TECHNICAL STANDARDS & SAFETY AUTHORITY TECHNICAL STANDARDS & SAFETY AUTHORITY TELESHORE (UK) LTD TELESHORE (UK) LTD TELUS COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY TELUS COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY TELUS COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY TELUS COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY TERANET INC THE REVIEW THE SENIORS REVIEW THUSUSKA,JEFF THYSSENKRUPP ELEVATOR THYSSENKRUPP ELEVATOR TIKKY,MARIANNE TIM HORTONS STORE #30 TODD,KEN TOOLBOX TOPLIFFE,JEANETTE TOPLIFFE,JEANETTE TOROMONT TOROMONT TOROMONT TOROMONT TOTAL LAND CARE SERVICES TOTAL LAND CARE SERVICES TOTH,STEVE TOTH,STEVE TRANSAXLE PARTS (HAMILTON) INC. TRANSAXLE PARTS (HAMILTON) INC. TRANSAXLE PARTS (HAMILTON) INC. TRANSIT INFORMATION PRODUCTS TRENCHLESS UTILITY EQUIPMENT INC TUFF BOYS PLOW AND LANDSCAPE TWARDAWSKY,NICK ULINE CANADA CORPORATION UNITED WAY UNITED WAY UNITED WAY UPPER CANADA CONSULTANTS UPS CANADA URBAN & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INC URBAN & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INC URBAN & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INC URBAN & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INC USABLENET VALLEY WAY PUBLIC SCHOOL VAN KLEEF,PHILLIP VANCOR SUPPLY VANDER WEYDEN CONSTRUCTION VECTOR TOOLING VERNON DIRECTORIES VERTICAL START -UP COMMISSIONING VIKING LIVES LTD VIKING LIVES LTD WAJAX EQUIPMENT WAJAX EQUIPMENT WAJAX EQUIPMENT WAJAX EQUIPMENT WAJAX EQUIPMENT WAJAX POWER SYSTEMS WAL MART STORES INC WALK ON DUST CONTROL WALK ON DUST CONTROL WALK ON DUST CONTROL WALK ON DUST CONTROL Cheque No. Cheque Date 362604 13- Mar -2013 362931 27- Mar -2013 363065 03- Apr -2013 362260 27- Feb -2013 363066 03- Apr -2013 362605 13- Mar -2013 362261 27- Feb -2013 362413 06- Mar -2013 362932 27- Mar -2013 363067 03- Apr -2013 362264 27- Feb -2013 362415 06- Mar -2013 362263 27- Feb -2013 362414 06- Mar -2013 362606 13- Mar -2013 362607 13- Mar -2013 362265 27- Feb -2013 362764 20- Mar -2013 362402 06- Mar -2013 362416 06- Mar -2013 362266 27- Feb -2013 362933 27- Mar -2013 362765 20- Mar -2013 362766 20- Mar -2013 362417 06- Mar -2013 362767 20- Mar -2013 362608 13- Mar -2013 362934 27- Mar -2013 362267 27- Feb -2013 362418 06- Mar -2013 362609 13- Mar -2013 363068 03- Apr -2013 362768 20- Mar -2013 362935 27- Mar -2013 362419 06- Mar -2013 363069 03- Apr -2013 362268 27- Feb -2013 362420 06- Mar -2013 362936 27- Mar -2013 US DRAFT 18- Mar -2013 362421 06- Mar -2013 362769 20- Mar -2013 362422 06- Mar -2013 362937 27- Mar -2013 362269 27- Feb -2013 362938 27- Mar -2013 363070 03- Apr -2013 362610 13- Mar -2013 362270 27- Feb -2013 362271 27- Feb -2013 362423 06- Mar -2013 362770 20- Mar -2013 362939 27- Mar -2013 US DRAFT 14- Feb -2013 362940 27- Mar -2013 362273 27- Feb -2013 362272 27- Feb -2013 362611 13- Mar -2013 362612 13- Mar -2013 363072 03- Apr -2013 362771 20- Mar -2013 362613 13- Mar -2013 362772 20- Mar -2013 362274 27- Feb -2013 362424 06- Mar -2013 362614 13- Mar -2013 362773 20- Mar -2013 363073 03- Apr -2013 362941 27- Mar -2013 363076 03- Apr -2013 362276 27- Feb -2013 362616 13- Mar -2013 362775 20- Mar -2013 363075 03- Apr -2013 Purpose CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES ADVERTISING ADVERTISING CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES FUEL MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES MATERIALS SERVICES SERVICES MATERIALS ADVERTISING ADVERTISING REFUND CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS TRAVEUMILEAGE MATERIALS TRAVEUMILEAGE MATERIALS REFUND REFUND MATERIALS MATERIALS VEH ID# -124 MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES TRAVEUMILEAGE TRAVEUMILEAGE STORES /INVENTORY STORES /INVENTORY STORES /INVENTORY MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES TRAVEUMILEAGE MATERIALS PAYROLL REMITTANCE PAYROLL REMITTANCE GRANT CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS SOFTWARE SUPPORT REIMBURSEMENT REFUND CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES VEH ID# -210 MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS VEH ID#-86 MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS VEH ID# -680 MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES SERVICES Amount 545.16 653.95 852.61 1,904.51 1,521.62 5,314.27 280.00 500.50 435.05 381.38 5,180.00 194.41 505.11 157.07 442.96 271.20 10, 000.00 1,499.11 1,356.00 150.00 461.04 461.04 64.48 120.56 171.29 1,117.51 268.17 317.81 317.06 2,571.45 3,173.99 72.07 11, 746.35 1,525.50 106.08 115.44 1,561.66 86.96 350.87 2,362.00 2,960.60 3,612.61 66.56 61.36 1,240.98 1,305.48 896.25 5,355.57 212.07 13,108.00 16, 271.55 11, 260.45 15,912.55 2,322.00 169.50 750.00 428.38 42, 332.06 180.80 4,993.47 6,780.00 47.43 3,291.04 4,060.54 440.04 2,089.34 96.64 547.37 3,288.34 9.31 86.38 391.65 487.70 86.38 Page 13 of 13 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Vendor Name WALKER AGGREGATES INC WALKER AGGREGATES INC WALKER AGGREGATES INC WALKER AGGREGATES INC WALKER AGGREGATES INC WALKER FAMILY CANCER CENTRE WARMAN,THOMAS WASHINGTON MILLS LTD WASTE MANAGEMENT WEAVER,DOUG WEINBRENNER PLACE INC WESCO DISTRIBUTION CANADA INC WESCO DISTRIBUTION CANADA INC WESTERN NY STRESS REDUCTION WESTPIER MARINE & INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY INC. WESTPIER MARINE & INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY INC. WETHERELL,DEREK WHEELER,SUE WHITE,PATRICK WILSON,STEVE WINGER,TERRI WINROW,BRIAN WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS WOLSELEY FRONTIER HVAC /R GROUP WOLSELEY FRONTIER HVAC /R GROUP WOLSELEY FRONTIER HVAC /R GROUP WOLSELEY WATERWORKS GROUP WOLSELEY WATERWORKS GROUP WOLSELEY WATERWORKS GROUP WOMEN'S PLACE OF SOUTH NIAGARA WOMEN'S PLACE OF SOUTH NIAGARA INC WOMEN'S PLACE OF SOUTH NIAGARA INC WOMEN'S PLACE OF SOUTH NIAGARA INC WORK AUTHORITY WORK AUTHORITY WORK EQUIPMENT LTD WSIB WSIB WSIB WSIB WSIB WYLIE,BRENDA WYLIE,BRENDA WYLIE,BRENDA YARNELL OVERHEAD DOORS LTD YARNELL OVERHEAD DOORS LTD YARNELL OVERHEAD DOORS LTD YELLOW PAGES GROUP YMCA YMCA YMCA YMCA YWCA YWCA ZAMBONI COMPANY LTD ZAMBONI COMPANY LTD ZAPPI'S PIZZERIA Cheque No. Cheque Date 362275 27- Feb -2013 362425 06- Mar -2013 362615 13- Mar -2013 362774 20- Mar -2013 362942 27- Mar -2013 363074 03- Apr -2013 362943 27- Mar -2013 362617 13- Mar -2013 362618 13- Mar -2013 362278 27- Feb -2013 362619 13- Mar -2013 362279 27- Feb -2013 362944 27- Mar -2013 US DRAFT 05- Mar -2013 362280 27- Feb -2013 362620 13- Mar -2013 362281 27- Feb -2013 362426 06- Mar -2013 363077 03- Apr -2013 362945 27- Mar -2013 362428 06- Mar -2013 362427 06- Mar -2013 362282 27- Feb -2013 362946 27- Mar -2013 362284 27- Feb -2013 362430 06- Mar -2013 362621 13- Mar -2013 362283 27- Feb -2013 362429 06- Mar -2013 362777 20- Mar -2013 363079 03- Apr -2013 362285 27- Feb -2013 362947 27- Mar -2013 363078 03- Apr -2013 362286 27- Feb -2013 362622 13- Mar -2013 362778 20- Mar -2013 362287 27- Feb -2013 362431 06- Mar -2013 362432 06- Mar -2013 362779 20- Mar -2013 362948 27- Mar -2013 362433 06- Mar -2013 362623 13- Mar -2013 362780 20- Mar -2013 362288 27- Feb -2013 362781 20- Mar -2013 363080 03- Apr -2013 362624 13- Mar -2013 362289 27- Feb -2013 362435 06- Mar -2013 362625 13- Mar -2013 362782 20- Mar -2013 362290 27- Feb -2013 362949 27- Mar -2013 362626 13- Mar -2013 362950 27- Mar -2013 362951 27- Mar -2013 Purpose MATERIALS MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES GRANT TRAVEUMILEAGE REFUND CONTRACT SERVICES TRAINING REFUND STORES /INVENTORY STORES /INVENTORY TRAINING STORES /INVENTORY STORES /INVENTORY REFUND TRAVEUMILEAGE TRAVEUMILEAGE TRAVEL/MILEAGE MATERIALS REFUND GRANT GRANT MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS STORES /INVENTORY STORES /INVENTORY STORES /INVENTORY REGISTRATION GRANT GRANT GRANT MATERIALS MATERIALS VEH ID# -294 MATERIALS MATERIALS PAYROLL REMITTANCE MATERIALS MATERIALS PETTY CASH PETTY CASH PETTY CASH MATERIALS MATERIALS MATERIALS SERVICES MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES SERVICES GRANT GRANT MATERIALS CONTRACT SERVICES MATERIALS Amount 2,419.67 636.58 2,681.76 947.40 2,944.08 8,195.00 45.00 10, 544.40 82.03 50.68 20,157.48 600.71 67.80 50.00 337.60 773.37 750.00 204.88 45.00 45.00 65.00 26.16 28, 500.00 28, 500.00 165.55 672.88 36.03 2,752.68 2,247.13 1,288.20 150.00 1,612.50 1,612.50 2,550.00 259.31 429.66 710.27 29,677.40 22,131.46 866.78 5,774.49 25, 696.00 736.37 326.79 371.52 1,288.74 340.10 1,524.07 172.67 3,292.93 3,171.61 7,207.86 4,733.46 4,277.75 4,277.75 1,199.17 96,687.55 387.56 Total 44,074,350.79 MW- 2013 -07 Niagaraaalls April 23, 2013 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW- 2013 -07 Tree Trimming and Shrub Removal on Portage Road RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the request to extend the current work area for tree trimming and shrub removal as outlined in this report. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY As part of the Forestry section's annual maintenance program, tree trimming and shrub removal is performed on the west side of Portage Road along the road allowance and the pedestrian pathway. Typically the scope of the work has been limited to a ten foot distance set back from the top of the embankment, based on numerous city wide demands and funding priorities. The City of Niagara Falls has recently received a request from the hotel owners in the area, to extend the area of work west down the embankment to a distance of approximately twenty -five to thirty feet to allow for an improved sight line from the viewing area adjacent to the embankment. The purpose of this report is to inform Council of staff's intentions to accommodate this request beyond the scope of our usual requirements. BACKGROUND Currently maintenance work is completed annually by the Municipal Works Forestry section or it's designate to remove overgrown and undesirable wood species from city lands on the west side of Portage Road, directly behind 6740 Fallsview Boulevard along the road allowance and the pedestrian pathway. The vast majority of work completed is related to woody species that are undesirable and invasive in nature, including Buckthorn, Manitoba Maple and Sumac. These particular species are typically in a diameter of three to four inches and are either sucker growth from previously removed tree stumps or epicormic branching from trim work. Any work performed on large native species is in the form of minor trimming to maintain architecture from heavy ice loading, as well as removing unwanted vines that can be detrimental to normal growth. In addition this work addresses a number of other issues including overgrown trees and shrubs overhanging the pathway and roadway thus obstructing the walking public and vehicles travelling on the road allowance. April 9, 2013 - 2 - MW- 2013 -07 During the winter season, trees and shrubs become coated in ice, causing the branches to hang low and /or break off and fall, making both the walkway and the northbound traffic lane impassible and dangerous. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE A number of hotel owners in the immediate area have contacted the Niagara Parks Commission staff to perform the same scope of work. To date the Niagara Parks Commission is receptive to the request using the same limited scope of work provisions followed by city staff in the past as stated above. Staff has met with the Niagara Parks Commission staff and have ensured that all parties are in agreement that the proposed work would achieve the desired outcome and in no way would cause any potential embankment erosion. The proposed work plan has been shared with the Park in the City Committee meeting on April 17, 2013. FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Staff has received a quote from our Short Hills Tree Service Incorporated, to perform this work; $7,345.00. This expenditure can be accommodated within the Contracted Services budget approval for the annual tree trimming program. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The recommendation contained in this report is consistent with Council's priority to continue to monitor and improve the efficiency of the Corporation. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Map of Area 2. Quote from Contractor to complete work Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: John Morocco /Geoff Holman Geoff Holman, Director of Municipal Works Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer TREE TRIMMING AND SHRUB REMOVAL ON PORTAGE ROAD MW- 2013 -07 Attachment #1 Niaga arar ills \Nor ISA Certified Arberist ON 1 1 11-A Name O F Shorthills Tree Service 2187989 Ontario Inc. 421 Poth Street Welland Ontario L3B 5N8 905-892-0261 www.shorthillstreeservice.com MW-2013-07 Attachment #2 ESTIMATE 0935 Cheque 0 Masteranl LI VISA' Date 20 Work Address Mailing Address /'11ACAA—_k-ALL\ Alt. Phone Email Phone Home Phone Neighbour's Name JOB DESCRIPTION PRICE CPAAAtt .%f Ycl■, IttARIV r -1R4 :VA011. 66akAN, CI3,4C DO_ fra% LocsA L I-Z4ve Area Diagram HST 83590 3097 RT0001 HST TOTAL Customer Authorization Date Note: Payment is due upon completion unless otherwise established. Estimates valid for 90 days. MW- 2013 -18 Niagaraaalls April 23, 2013 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW- 2013 -18 Niagara Tunnel Project Piezometer Well Easement Agreement - Ontario Power Generation Inc. RECOMMENDATION That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an Easement Agreement with Ontario Power Generation Inc. to access a piezometer well located and constructed on the former railway lands west of Portage Road in conjunction with the Niagara Tunnel Project. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Niagara Tunnel Project is nearing completion and the three drop shaft locations used for the delivery of concrete during construction are being restored to original conditions and the shafts converted to piezometer wells. These wells consist of 200 mm diameter vertical pipe which will be used by Ontario Power Generation to measure flow depth. One of these locations is situated on City -owned lands west of Portage Road on the former CP Railway lands near Livingstone Street. The other locations are situated on lands owned by Ontario Power Generation. The purpose of this report is to authorize the execution of an Easement Agreement with Ontario Power Generation Inc. to permit access and ongoing maintenance of the piezometer well. BACKGROUND Ontario Power Generation Inc. (OPG) contracted Strabag AG to design and construct the new 10.2 km long tunnel beneath the City that will supply additional water from above Niagara Falls to the Sir Adam Beck Generating Station. During construction the contractor identified ways to reduce congestion in the tunnel and improve air quality by re- directing truck traffic from the tunnel to the surface. Concrete used in forming the 14.4 m diameter tunnel was lowered through a small diameter pipe (200 m diameter) then transported to the pour site inside the tunnel. Three drop shaft locations were used for this process including two situated on lands owned by Hydro One Network Inc. The third location, which is the subject of the Easement Agreement is located on City -owned lands shown in Attachment 1. April 23, 2013 - 2 - MW- 2013 -18 These drop shafts will be used by OPG for inspection and flow measurement within the tunnel on an as- needed basis. The 200 mm diameter drop shaft is secured with a manhole lid and frame. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE Staff have been working with the contractor during installation and any complaints received have been appropriately addressed through the Niagara Tunnel Project Liaison Committee. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The Easement covers approximately 4.0 m2 of land and under the terms of the Agreement OPG will be responsible for any property taxes assessed against the property. Under the terms of this Agreement the access rights are being transferred for nominal consideration. A $1,500 fee will be charged by the City for the processing of this Agreement. LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Legal Services staff have reviewed the draft Easement Agreement and confirmed that the document contains standard provisions for an undertaking of this nature. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The recommendations contained in this report is consistent with Council's Strategic Priority to monitor and improve the efficiency of the Corporation. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Location Plan Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: Geoff Holman Geoff Holman, Director of Municipal Works Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer MW- 2013 -18 - Attachment #1 Location of Concrete Delivery Pipe adjacent to Portage Road UNN :_ This data is provided as Is and the City of Niagara Falls (the City) makes no representations or warranties, express or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of the data. The maps and drawings contained herein are intended for general layout purposes only and shall not be considered as official plans or drawings. For further information, please contact the City. The City shall not be held liable for special, incidental, consequential or indirect damages arising from the use of this data. Users assume all risks in using this data. No part of these digital images, or information, or hardcopies made from them may be reproduced and /or distributed without this disclaimer. Concrete Delivery Pipe Location MW- 2013 -19 NiagaraJalls April 23, 2013 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW- 2013 -19 Tender RFT05 -2013 for Primary and Secondary Contractors for Supply, Service and Repair of Sanitary Sewer Mains, Storm Sewers, Sewer Laterals, Water Mains and Water Service RECOMMENDATION That Council award contracts for 2013 -2015, to: 1. Alfidome as the primary contractor, and 2. O'Hara as the secondary contractor, and that: 3. The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary agreements. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In the presence of the Manager of Supplies and Services, tenders for the Supply, Service and Repair of Sanitary Sewer Mains, Storm Sewers, Sewer Laterals, Water Mains and Water Service were opened on Thursday, April 4, 2013. Tenders issued were for a two - year period. Council's authorization is required to execute the contracts which, on occasion, have exceeded the $100,000 limit and in accordance with the Corporate Purchasing Policy require Council authorization. BACKGROUND Staff has identified the need of a "primary" and "secondary" contractor, in the event that we may require more than one crew at the same time. Bidders were advised that they could not be both primary and secondary contractors in the award of this tender. Tenderers were requested to submit unit prices for hourly rates and /or daily rates for manpower, and equipment. The majority of materials will be supplied by the City thereby reducing the overhead cost on materials if supplied by a contractor. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE Environmental Services utilizes the services of contractors for work that is beyond the scope of in house staff. These are jobs that may require dig depths of over ten feet (10') which the City's equipment cannot safely accommodate, or when existing staff are fully occupied on emergency work of their own. April 23, 2013 - 2 - MW- 2013 -19 FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Two (2) bids were received for contracts RFT05 -2013. Bid evaluation was based on an eight hour job, with the contractors bid crew, which may include an excavator, backhoe, dump truck, supervisor, service vehicle with labourer(s), trench box, traffic protection plan, and overhead. Unit prices were submitted based on an hourly rate, with no guaranteed jobs for the successful bidders. The following is the summary of the average job cost. Alfidome Construction: Primary Bid 2013 -2014 Average: Weekday Evening $4,070.00 $5,025.00 2014 -2015 Weekday $4,166.00 Average: Evening $5,168.00 O'Hara Construction: Primary Bid 2013 -2014 Average: Weekday Evening $4,317.00 $4,933.00 2014 -2015 Weekday $4,581.00 Average: Evening $5,109.00 $4,601.00 Weekend $5,025.00 $4,723.00 Weekend $5,168.00 $4,674.00 Weekend $5,065.00 $4,899.00 Weekend $5,329.00 Secondary Bid 2013 -2014 Average: Weekday Evening $4,257.00 $5,306.00 2014 -2015 Weekday $4,523.00 Average: Evening $5,705.28 Secondary Bid 2013 -2014 Average: Weekday Evening $4,581.00 $5,109.00 2014 -2015 Weekday $4,943.00 Average: Evening $5,383.00 The City's cost for the above services in previous years' were: 2008 $350,000.00 2009 $167,500.00 40 jobs 20 jobs $4,957.00 Weekend $6,355.00 $5,312.00 Weekend $6,892.00 $4,899.00 Weekend $5,329.00 $5,217.00 Weekend $5,647.00 average cost per job $8,750.00 average cost per job $8,375.00 Primary and Secondary Contract issued in 2010 for 1 year period: 2010 $ 52,103.00 2010 $157,558.00 $209,661.00 11 jobs Primary 20 jobs Secondary 31 Total Jobs average cost per job $4,736.00 average cost per job $7,877.90 average cost per job $6,763.00 Primary and Secondary Contract Issued in 2011 for two year period 2011 $299,505.00 2011 $168,549.00 $468,054.00 2012 $377,088.00* 2012 $ 19,193.00 $396,281.00 53 jobs Primary 19 jobs Secondary 72 Total Jobs 64 jobs Primary 2 jobs Secondary 66 Total Jobs ( *Note: included complete installation of 60 feet of sewer main - one job- 3 days) average cost per job $5,651.00 average cost per job $8,871.00 average cost per job $6,500.00 average cost per job $5,892.00 average cost per job $9,596.50 average cost per job $6,004.00 April 23, 2013 - 3 - MW- 2013 -19 The new contract determines Primary contractors as the lowest price per bid submissions. Bids are submitted on an hourly rate, however, staff have identified the need to maintain flexibility to ensure jobs are performed as efficiently as possible. Should staff find that jobs are unduly lengthened, raising the overall cost of a job, they will have the ability to re- assign work from Primary to Secondary to ensure the best quality /lowest cost to the City. Funds have been allocated in contracted services in the 2013 Environmental Services Budget. Accounts 16 -3- 411000 - 040000 (Sanitary Sewer) and 15 -3- 431000 - 040000 (System Maintenance Water Works). CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT This report and the attached financial summary are consistent with Council's strategic commitment to continually monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of the City's operations. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS None. Recommended by: Geoff Holm n, Director of Municipal Works Respectfully submitted: Ken To d, Chief Administrative Officer Sue Wheeler MW- 2013 -20 Niagaraaalls April 23, 2013 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW- 2013 -20 `The Townes' Vacant Land Condominium Condominium Agreement Amendment - Revised Phase 4 Limits RECOMMENDATION That Council agree to amend the existing Vacant Land Condominium Agreement to reflect Units proposed to be removed from the 4th Phase of the Development, creating an additional Phase for the remaining Units (Phase 5). EXECUTIVE SUMMARY `The Townes' Vacant Land Condominium was approved by City Council in 2008 and is being developed under the terms and conditions of a Condominium Agreement registered August 1, 2008. The development was agreed to be constructed in four Phases, the first and second of which have been completed, the third partially completed and currently under construction. The Developer (Sacco Construction) is requesting that the Development Charges owed for the 29 Units within the fourth Phase be paid only on the Units proposed for construction at this time (Units 37 -42). The City requires the Developer to post securities and make Development Charge and administrative payments to the City for all works and Units within the entire Phase prior to a specific Phase being authorized for development. City Staff require the Condominium Agreement be amended to reflect revisions to the Phasing limits identifying the 6 Units proposed to be constructed as the new Phase 4, while the remaining 23 Units be included as a new 'Phase 5', subject to the following conditions; 1. That the developer pay the Development Charges owing for all of the Units in the revised fourth Phase; and, 2. That the developer post the required securities and pay additional administrative fees associated with amending the Condominium Agreement. The purpose of this report is to seek Council's authorization to amend the Condominium Agreement to reflect the re- configured Phase 4 limits addressing Development Charge payment issues. The Developer will be required to pay the Development Charges reflective of the Urban Services portion for the new 'Phase 5' at the time the Developer approaches the City for authorization to construct these 23 Units (48 -70). April 23, 2013 - 2 - MW- 2013 -20 BACKGROUND The Townes' Vacant Land Condominium Development is located on the east side of Montrose Road across from Matthews Drive in north Niagara Falls. The entire project consists of 70 townhouse units. The development was staged in four phases based on the availability of housing market conditions at the time of the design and the construction of a permanent acoustical barrier separating the Development from the Q.E.W. corridor. One of the requirements of advancing the first phase was the payment of the Urban Services portion of the Development Charges ($2,509.30 / unit) for all units within the first Phase upon registration of the Condominium Agreement. The first and second phases of the development have been constructed while the third phase is nearing completion. The noise attenuation wall separating the development from the Q.E.W. corridor has also been constructed, allowing the remainder of the Development, Phase 4, to proceed as per the approved Acoustical Study by HGC Engineering. Attached to this report is a location plan showing the proposed Phasing re- configuration (see attachment "1"). ANALYSIS /RATIONALE Under the terms of the Condominium Agreement, the Developer is required to post securities (in the form of Letters of Credit) to cover the cost of construction of roads, sewers, watermains and other related infrastructure and to pay Development Charges and administrative fees necessary for the issuance of building permits. The Developer wishes to proceed with the a portion of the current fourth Phase (Units 37 -42) prior to the completion of Phase 3 (Units 43 -47). FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The Urban Services portion of the Development Charges have been paid for Phase 1 at the time the original condominium Agreement was registered and at the time all required securities were provided and Building Permit release issued with respect to Phases 2 and 3. The Agreement as currently worded would require the Developer to pay Urban Services Development Charges for 29 units in order to proceed to Phase 4. The Developer is seeking to have Phase 4 reduced in size in order to reduce this requirement. Phase 4 would be divided into a new Phase 4 consisting of 6 units and a new Phase 5, consisting of the remaining 23 units. Urban Services Development charges for Phases 4 and 5 would be collected at Building Permit release for each respective Phase as has been done with the collection of Urban Services Development Charges of Phases 2 and 3. April 23, 2013 - 3 - MW- 2013 -20 Urban Services Development Charge $6,947 x 29 Units = $201,463 (Original Phase 4 - 29 Units) Urban Services Development Charge (Reconfigured Phase 4 - 6 Units) $6,947 x 6 Units = $ 41,682 Total Urban Services Development Charge (Amended Condominium Agreement - Phase 4) $ 41,682 Urban Services Development Charge (Remaining Units New Phase 5 - 23 Units) Applicable Urban Services Charge (Rate determined at time of Security Posting) By collecting the Development Charges contemplated in the above suggested Amended Condominium Agreement, the City can continue to advance those Capital Works funded from this revenue stream on schedule, while the Developer can continue to proceed to construct the remainder of Units in an efficient and economical manner. In addition, staff recommends that the administration costs associated with the Condominium Agreement amendment also be charged to the Developer to cover the costs of accommodating this request. According to the latest Schedule of Fees for Services this amount would be $1,650 (including HST). CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Staff has no objection to this approach, as this position is consistent with Council's strategic priorities to make the funding of growth related Capital projects sustainable and that financial risk back is redirected to the development community. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. The Townes' Vacant Land Condominium - Phase 4 Re- configuration Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: Geoff Holman, Director of Municipal Works Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Brad Johnston /Geoff Holman /Ken Beaman MW- 2013 -20 Attachment #1 Schedule Al The Townes - Vacant Land Condominium PHASES Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 (New) Q Plan Boundary N 1:NTS This is Not a Plan of Survey April 10 2013 s K:\GIS_0.equests1 2008 \Schedules\ Condos\ 3232_Montrose \3232_Montrose.map Niagaraaalls REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Recreation & Culture SUBJECT: R &C- 2013 -05 - Downtown Park Naming Request "Rosberg Family Park" R &C- 2013 -05 April 23, 2013 RECOMMENDATION 1. That Council approve the request to name the downtown park located at 4284 Queen Street, the corner of Queen Street and Erie Avenue, "Rosberg Family Park" in recognition of the Rosberg family's contribution to this community throughout 72 years of operating a department store on Queen Street. 2. That Council approve revising the Naming and Renaming Parks Policy Procedures to include , "When appropriate, staff will approach the nominee to request a donation for the park." EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On September 21, 2012, staff received a park naming request to name the downtown Queen Street Park after the Rosberg family. The downtown park officially opened on October 3, 2012. After community consultation, staff and the Recreation Committee support naming the park "Rosberg Family Park ". BACKGROUND The Naming and Renaming Parks Policy, Attachment #1, Naming Criteria, Section 2.3 states, names for consideration shall be those of distinguished persons, organizations, corporations, foundations or families: (a) where there has been significant contribution to the quality of life, well being of the City of Niagara Falls; or (b) where the person /group is perceived as a role model and open to close scrutiny relative to their character, integrity and values; or (c) demonstrated excellence, courage or exceptional service to the citizens of the City of Niagara Falls; or (d) to memorialize or otherwise recognize substantial gifts and significant donors, individuals designated by donors, or individuals who have made exemplary or meritorious contributions to the City of Niagara Falls; or, (e) where there is a strong historical or cultural connection to the City and has a major contribution to the historical or cultural preservation of the City; or, April 23, 2013 (f) ( ) - 2 - R &C- 2013 -05 where there is a strong contribution toward environmental preservation, conservation or enhancement of the City; or, where there is a major contribution made to the acquisition, development or conveyance of land or building in question and /or its subsequent development; or, (h) where there is a direct relationship or association that exists between the place or former place of residence of the person or group and the facility /park to be named. Based on the above criteria the naming request meets the criteria. The Rosberg's family department store has a strong historical connection to downtown Niagara Falls as the store was located on the corner of Queen Street and Erie Avenue for 72 years. By 1954, the department store had grown to 57,000 square feet, was three stories in height, had two elevators and a cold storage vault for keeping customers' out -of- season garments stored safely. Prior to its closing in 1988, it contained 18 departments featuring drugs, bridal, furniture & appliances, hardware, lunch counter, housewares, fabrics, toys, shoes and clothing and accessories for men and women of all ages. The Park Naming and Renaming criteria section 2.3 (d) states "to memorialize or otherwise recognize substantial gifts and significant donors, individuals designated by donors, or individuals who have made exemplary or meritorious contributions to the City of Niagara Falls; ". In the current policy a financial donation is not a required to name /rename a park. With limited funds for new projects staff recommend revising the naming policy to recommend a financial contribution be requested for the opportunity of naming the park. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE Upon receiving approval from the family, the request was placed on the City's website for the required 30 days to seek comments and other suggested names. Following the posting staff received no new naming requests and only positive comments to support naming the park after the family. The request was also forwarded to HATCH for comments and discussed at the Downtown BIA November 2012 meeting. No objections were received to name the park after the Rosberg family. To inform the community, the Niagara Falls Review profiled the park naming request in their November 2, 2012 publication. The article requested feedback and alternative names for the park. Once again the Recreation & Culture Department received only positive feedback and no additional naming requests. FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The Recreation Committee will organize a small naming and plaque unveiling ceremony. A concept drawing of the park plaque and sign location are attached, Attachments #2 and #3. The plaque will include a picture of the Rosbergs Store and historical background to inform the community of the Rosberg's family contribution to the downtown Queen Street area. Rosberg family members were approached and have confirmed that the family will contribute a financial donation towards the park. April 23, 2013 CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT - 3 - R&C- 2013 -05 Strategic Priority to, Reinvest in the downtown Community Improvement Areas. The street scaping and the new downtown park further enhance the Queen Street area. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Revised Park Naming /Renaming Policy 2. Rosberg Family Park plaque concept 3. Rosberg Family park concept Recommended by: Kathy Moldenhauer, Director of Recreation & Culture Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer iagara f-'a1ls Purpose ATTACHMENT #1 Department Division Recreation & Culture Subject Issue Date G Policy Naming and Renaming of Parks April 13, 1982 Policy # 1000.7 Revision Date November 26, 2007 April 23, 2013 Page G Procedure 1 of 7 The purpose of this policy is to outline a procedure for the commemorative naming or renaming of parks /open spaces, and component features as part of the acquisition and /or management of these spaces by the City of Niagara Falls. Commemorative Naming refers to the naming of a property in honour of outstanding achievement, distinctive service, or significant community contribution. Objective 1. To provide a consistent process for the City of Niagara Falls to recognize significant local events, people and geographic features through the naming of parks /open spaces, and features; 2. To provide the guidelines by which names will be chosen for new City parks /open spaces, and features, and by which these features will be renamed, if necessary; 3. To include community involvement in the naming /renaming, and dedication of parks /open spaces, and features through a clearly defined process. Definition of Terms The following terms are provided for greater clarity. Component Feature - means all substantial structures or recreational aspects of a park which includes, but is not limited to, such things as sport fields, ball diamonds, hard surface courts, tennis courts, lawn bowling greens, bocce courts, gardens, playgrounds, washrooms and skateboard park facilities, etc. Submitted by Recommended by G Approved by Council Director Kathy Moldenhauer CAO Ken Todd R Bylaw # eport # R- 2007 -35 Date Date Date November 26, 2007 Niagarat'aIls Department Subject Issue Date G Policy Recreation & Culture Naming and Renaming of Parks April 13, 1982 Division Policy # 1000.7 Revision Date November 26, 2007 April 23, 2013 Page G Procedure 2 of 7 Commemorative Naming - naming rights granted to honour outstanding achievement, distinctive service, or significant community contribution. Commemorative naming will not be tied to a financial contribution. Individual and Community Organization Commemorative Naming - naming rights granted to an individual, group of individuals, family foundation, or a non - profit community organization in recognition of significant philanthropy. Open Space - includes, but is not limited to, trails, pathway systems, utility features such as storm -water management ponds, and other like structure under the jurisdiction of the City of Niagara Falls. Parkland- means all parkland designations including, but not limited to, dedicated parkland, city -wide parks, community parks, neighbourhood parks, parkettes, open space, etc. owned by and /or under the jurisdiction of the City of Niagara Falls. Significant Financial Gifts - means a monetary donation reflective of the total capital cost or appraised value of the amenity being considered for naming. Criteria 1.0 Commemorative Name Designation Associated with Functional Use, Geographic Location or Historical Significance. 1.1 Staff may assign a name based on the adjacent street, functional use, geographic feature, community name or historic significance. Examples include: Alpine Park - adjacent to Alpine Dr. Lundy's Lane Battlefield - Historical Significance 1.2. Chosen names within this designation shall be assigned by Staff and may remain unchanged until a formal request for a name change has been approved by Council. 1.3 The chosen name shall not conflict with similar names, in whole or in part. For example, if a park is named Oakes Park, no other similar name shall be used, such as Red Oak Park. Niagara f ills Department Division Recreation & Culture Subject Issue Date G Policy Naming and Renaming of Parks April 13, 1982 Policy # 1000.7 Revision Date November 26, 2007 April 23, 2013 G Procedure Page 3 of 7 1.4 Generally, chosen names shall reflect the adjacent street name. For example, Ontario Park - majority of street frontage on Ontario Avenue. This is to ensure continuity and minimize conflicts for emergency services. 2.0 Commemorative Name Designation Associated in Honour of Individuals or Groups. 2.1 This section applies to any request to: a) naming b) renaming a park/open space, or component feature in honour of individuals or groups. 2.2 Council shall approve all names in honour of individuals or groups. All requests for naming, designating or renaming in honour of individuals or groups shall be submitted in writing, with supporting explanation and /or justification to the Chair of the Recreation Committee, c/o the Director of Recreation & Culture. Staff will forward a report with the Committee's recommendations to Council for consideration. 2.3. Names for consideration shall be those of distinguished persons, organizations, corporations, foundations or families: a) where there has been significant contribution to the quality of life, well being of the City of Niagara Falls; or b) where the person /group is perceived as a role model and open to close scrutiny relative to their character, integrity and values; or c) demonstrated excellence, courage or exceptional service to the citizens of the City of Niagara Falls; or d) to memorialize or otherwise recognize substantial gifts and significant donors, individuals designated by donors, or individuals who have made exemplary or meritorious contributions to the City of Niagara Falls; or, e) where there is a strong historical or cultural connection to the City and has a major contribution to the historical or cultural preservation of the City; or, f) where there is a strong contribution toward environmental preservation, conservation or enhancement of the City; or, NiagaraJ ally Department Subject Issue Date Recreation & Culture Naming and Renaming of Parks April 13, 1982 G Policy G Procedure g) Division Policy # Revision Date Page 1000.7 November 26, 2007 April 23, 2013 4 of 7 where there is a major contribution made to the acquisition, development or conveyance of land or building in question and /or its subsequent development; or f) where there is a direct relationship or association that exists between the place or former place of residence of the person or group and the facility /park to be named. 2.4 Naming in honour of elected or appointed public officials, City officials, or Staff shall normally occur only after the public service or City employment has concluded. 2.5 Notwithstanding the above, Council, by resolution, may approve a name or name change in honour of individuals or groups when circumstances justify such an action. Council may also remove the original name designation when circumstances justify such action. 3.0 Commemorative Names of Provincial, National or International Significance 3.1 Council may approve a name or name change in honour of individuals or groups who have made an outstanding contribution provincially, nationally, or internationally. 3.2 In such instances, and prior to approving the use of any name of individuals or group, Staff shall investigate any protocol and /or requirements of any provincial, national or international agency or organization. 4.0 Names Derived from Significant Financial Contributions 4.1 In selected instances where a naming request has been proposed as a result of receiving a unique and extraordinary financial, or other significant contribution, towards the acquisition, creation or redevelopment of a property or park consideration will be given to the sponsorship contribution being provided. The merits and value of each such naming will be evaluated on a case -by -case basis. It should not be assumed that a financial contribution guarantees that a park is named after the service club / business /individual /organization. 5.0 Renaming Existing Parks 5.1 Renaming of parks and open spaces carries with it a much greater burden of process compared to initial naming. Tradition and continuity of name and community NiagaraJalls Department Subject Issue Date Recreation & Culture Naming and Renaming of Parks April 13, 1982 G Policy G Procedure Division Policy # Revision Date Page 1000.7 November 26, 2007 April 23, 2013 5 of 7 identification are important community values. Each application must meet the criteria in this policy, but meeting all criteria does not automatically ensure renaming. 5.2 Critical examination will be conducted to ensure that renaming the park will not diminish the original justification for the name or the prior contributors. Renaming will follow the same procedures as naming a park/open space, or component feature: a) Only parks and facilities named for geographic location, outstanding feature or subdivision should be considered for renaming. Parks that have been named by deed restriction shall not be considered for renaming; b) Parks and facilities named after individuals shall not be changed unless it is found that because of the individual's character the continued use of their name would not be in the best interest of the community. 5.3 Existing names will not be changed without the consideration of: a) the historical significance of the existing name; b) the impact on the individual or organization associated with the existing name; c) the cost and impact of changing existing signage, rebuilding community recognition and updating records (data bases, maps, promotional materials, etc.). 5.4 Only nominations having a direct relevance to the park/open space, or a component feature within the space in question will be considered for renaming. 5.5 Renaming of a park/open space, or component feature may occur if: a) the policy criteria are met; and b) a valid justification for renaming the facility is provided; and c) changing the name will not cause undue confusion within the community; and d) an appropriate level of community support exists. N iagaraf ails Department Division Recreation & Culture Subject Issue Date Naming and Renaming of Parks April 13, 1982 G Policy G Procedure Policy # 1000.7 Revision Date Page November 26, 2007 April 23, 2013 6 of 7 6.0 Inventory of Names 6.1 The Recreation & Culture Department shall be responsible for maintaining an inventory of names for parks /open spaces, and component features. 6.2 Proposals for names that will not be given consideration or counted as part of the inventory include: a) names that cause confusion for the public or emergency services due to duplication with an existing name; b) names that duplicate a school or facility name that is not directly adjacent to the area to be named; c) names that are meaningful only to a few members of the community; d) the proposal suggests a name after a specific builder or developer; e) the proposed name advertises a product or private company. 7.0 Signage 7.1 The City will be responsible for coordinating the public presentation of signage to acknowledge the naming /renaming designation. 7.2 The City will have final approval for the selection and location of any signage, including signage text and design. 7.3 The addition of flowers, plant material, other signage and /or ornaments /memorials near the sign, by the public, is prohibited. 7.4 The City will bear the responsibility of ongoing maintenance for the signage. Procedures 1. Any individual or group wishing to submit a request for naming /renaming any park/open space, or component feature must provide a written proposal to the Recreation Committee, c/o the Director of Recreation & Culture Department, and should include at least the following minimum information: i) name of the applicant; and ii) identification of the parks /open spaces or park features to be named /renamed; and NiagaraJalls Department Subject Issue Date G Policy Recreation & Culture Naming and Renaming of Parks April 13, 1982 Division Policy # 1000.7 Revision Date November 26, 2007 April 23, 2013 Page G Procedure 7 of 7 iii) proposed name; and iv) background information describing the accomplishments and /or legitimacy of the name designation; and Proposals are encouraged to include letters of endorsement supporting the application. 2. When there is a local neighbourhood association or community group associated with the area in which the park/open space, or component feature in question is to be named, the Recreation & Culture Department will circulate the proposal to those parties. 3. When possible, if a request to name /rename is directly associated with, or is on land that has been donated to the City, the original donor or family will be advised. 4. When a naming /renaming request is submitted, Staff shall conduct a historical review of the current name prior to recommending approval. 5. When a naming /renaming request is submitted, staff will ensure that the nominee being honoured is in agreement with the naming proposal (if they are living), or by their legal representative should they be deceased. 6. Naming /renaming requests will also appear on the City's website allowing for (30) thirty calendar days for written comments from the public to the Recreation Committee. 7 When appropriate staff will approach the nominee to request a donation for the park. 8. Staff will consult and request comments from all other divisions that have jurisdiction relative to the amenity in question. Staff will forward the recommendation(s) of the Recreation Committee via a report to Council. 9. The Recreation & Culture Department will notify the applicant of Council's decision. S: \Council \Council 2013 \R &C - 2013 -05- Attachment #1- Revised Naming and Renaming of Parks Policy.wpd ATTACHMENT #2 APPROXIMATELY 5' IN LENGTH Rosberg Family Park PHOTO OF ROSBERG STORE AND CORNER TEXT ABOUT ROSBERGS PHOTOGRAPH OF MR, ROSBERG FOUNDER ALL METAL PARK PLAQUE AND SIGN FRAME/ UV AND GRAFFITI RESISTANT HIGH RESOLUTION GRAPHICS AND COLOURS * REFER TO PARK PLAN FOR PROPOSED LOCATION OPTIONS N ga Fara Ils PROPOSED PARK SIGN PLAQUE FOR ROSBERG FAMILY PARK (DOWNTOWN PARK) BY: J. CLAYDON APRIL 2013 ATTACHMENT 13 DOWNTOWN PARK DEVELOPMENT (PHASE 1) If NiagaraFalls REPORT TO: SUBMITTED BY: SUBJECT: Mayor James M. Diodati And Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Transportation Services Department TS- 2013 -09 Queen Street at Erie Avenue Intersection Control Review TS- 2013 -09 April 23, 2013 RECOMMENDATION That an all -way stop control is installed at the intersection of Queen Street and Erie Avenue. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY An all -way stop control at the study location will ensure consistency in the intersection control along the commercial district of Queen Street and maximize pedestrian safety across Queen Street. BACKGROUND Staff has carried out an intersection control review at the study location to determine whether an all -way stop control is warranted. The concern stems from an increase in pedestrian activity in the area with the recently constructed Queen Street Park, located on the south side of Queen Street, east of Erie Avenue. Queen Street is an urban collector roadway extending in an east/west direction between Victoria Avenue and River Road. Queen Street is a two -lane two -way road with on- street parking and a sidewalk on both sides. Erie Avenue is a local urban roadway extending in a north /south direction between Bridge Street and Queen Street. Erie Avenue consists of two lanes with on- street parking and a sidewalk on each side. The southern Erie Avenue approach serves as the entrance to City Hall and functions in a one -way southbound direction. The intersection of Queen Street and Erie Avenue is in a "cross" configuration consisting of east/west Queen Street approaches, and a north Avenue approach. At present time this intersection is controlled by a stop sign facing southbound motorists on Erie Avenue. A pedestrian crosswalk is present at each intersection approach. All -way stop controls are present at four other intersections along Queen Street that have the red overhead arches. This is the only intersection on Queen Street with an arch that is not controlled by an all -way stop. Niagara Falls Transit has six (6) routes that travel through this intersection during the day April 23, 2013 -2- TS- 2013 -09 from Monday to Saturday, with two (2) routes in the evening, Sundays and on Holidays. WEGO purple route buses traverse this intersection. Transit Staff indicated that continuously stopping along Queen Street adds delay to their service, particularly on two routes that have existing scheduling constraints. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE Results obtained from the intersection control review reveal that the all -way stop warrant is not fulfilled at this location based on the technical criteria which takes into account traffic volumes, collision history, and visibility. However, several motorists on Queen Street are treating this location as an all -way stop. Drivers, particularly those that are eastbound, may be presuming that the study location may be an all -way stop as each of the four preceding intersections is an all -way stop that has an overhead red arch. The trailing motorist may not realize that the driver in front of them is carrying out a stop in the absence of the regulatory control increasing the potential for rear -end collisions at this intersection. Pedestrian volumes are expected to increase with the newly constructed Queen Street Park. Staff feels that it is prudent to increase safety measures at this location by implementing an all -way stop control. This type of control would ensure consistency throughout the Queen Street commercial district. The chicane located on the north side of Queen Street, immediately east of Erie Avenue was installed to prevent motorists from parking too close to the intersection and thus improve visibility. The installation of an all -way control would alleviate potential visibility concerns, thereby making the presence of this chicane no longer necessary. Therefore, the chicane may be removed following the installation of the all -way stop control. The Downtown BIA has no objections to the installation of the all -way stop control. FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The installation of the signs is carried out by Transportation Services staff. The labour and material cost is accounted for in the 2013 General Purposes Budget. The estimated cost to install the signs is approximately $ 1000.00. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT This initiative is supported by Council's Strategic Priorities, which include ensuring that environmental, health, and social benefits direct transportation planning and design decisions related to walking, cycling, and public transit. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Study Area drawing. Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services I-,,i-,40 Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer CD Existing All -Way Sto • g on ecommended All -Wa Sto NiagaraFalls REPORT TO: SUBMITTED BY: SUBJECT: Mayor James M. Diodati And Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Transportation Services Department TS- 2013 -18 Victoria Avenue at Walnut Street Turn Prohibitions TS- 2013 -18 April 23, 2013 RECOMMENDATION That turn prohibitions be established at the intersection of Victoria Avenue and Walnut Street. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Turn prohibitions are necessary at the intersection of Victoria Avenue and Walnut Street to prevent drivers from entering the new outbound only approach at Casino Niagara. BACKGROUND The Visitor Transportation System blue line enters the Casino Niagara property via the Bender Street and Ontario Avenue intersection and exits through the new driveway onto Victoria Avenue directly opposite of Walnut Street. This access only allows outbound drivers and its intersection with Victoria Avenue is signalized. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE Given that the new driveway is for outbound traffic only, signs are required on Victoria Avenue and Walnut Street to advise drivers that they are not permitted to enter this access. A left turn prohibition is required facing southbound drivers on Victoria Avenue, a right turn prohibition is required for northbound drivers and a straight through prohibition is required for eastbound drivers on Walnut Street. FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The installation of the signs was carried out by Niagara Region staff. The labour and material costs are accounted for in the approved 2013 General Purposes Budget. Cost studies estimate that the cost to install the signs is approximately $500. April 23, 2013 2 TS- 2013 -18 CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT This initiative is supported by Council's Strategic Priorities, which include ensuring that environmental, health, and social benefits direct transportation planning and design decisions related to walking, cycling, and public transit. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Study Area drawing. Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services Ken 'Todd, Chief Administrative Officer M. Carrick S: \General Administration \GA 1.01 Reports \2013Council \4 Apr 23 \TS- 2013 -18 Victoria Avenue @Walnut Street - Turn Prohibitions.wpd Cd 0 4 a--r N a) L l�--r V J _c To u) a) c co ) ID cr) Q 0 co ^L- so '17. N O c U M - > 1- NiagaraFalls CAC , II \ REPORT TO: SUBMITTED BY: SUBJECT: TS- 2013 -19 April 23, 2013 Mayor James M. Diodati And Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Transportation Services Department TS- 2013 -19 Ontario Avenue between Huron Street and Queen Street Parking Restriction RECOMMENDATION That parking be restricted at all times on the west side of Ontario Avenue 20m north of Huron Street to a point 55m north of Huron Street. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A parking restriction is necessary on the west side of Ontario Avenue opposite the loading dock access to facilitate the delivery goods by large trucks for the dialysis unit. BACKGROUND Within the past several months a dialysis unit moved into the Hatch building located downtown on the southeast corner of Queen Street and Ontario Avenue. Deliveries to the unit are made by large trucks requiring access to the loading dock area off Ontario Avenue. Given the size of the trucks ie. tractor trailers, operators have an extremely challenging task of accessing the dock area when vehicles are parked opposite the delivery driveway. To facilitate the safe movement of the trucks it is necessary to restrict parking on the west side (approximately two parking spaces) to ensure the operators have sufficient unobstructed road width the carry out their manoeuvres. ANALYSIS /RATIONALE To facilitate the manoeuvring of heavy vehicles into the loading dock within the Hatch building a short parking restriction is required opposite the driveway on Ontario Avenue. The existing available parking spaces on the west side of Ontario Avenue will be reduced by two parking spaces. The reduction of these two parking spaces is offset by the parking spaces south of Huron Street which were recently converted from metered parking spaces to two hour time limited parking spaces. FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The installation of the signs will be carried out by Transportation staff. The labour and material costs are accounted for in the approved 2013 General Purposes Budget. Cost studies estimate that the cost to install the signs is approximately $300. April 23, 2013 2 TS- 2013 -19 CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT This initiative is supported by Council's Strategic Priorities, which include promoting community safety. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Study Area drawing. Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer M. Carrick S: \General Administration \GA 1.01 Reports \2013 Council \4 Apr 23 \TS- 2013 -19 Ontario Ave - Parking Restriction.wpd TS- 2013 -19 Ontario Avenue Nia a 'a 1Is Parking Restriction �� A AI 5 NORTH YOI IO aC PIE NiagaraFa1Is REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati And Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Transportation Services Department SUBJECT: TS- 2013 -22 Niagara College Summer Bus Service Extension TS- 2013 -22 April 23, 2013 RECOMMENDATION 1. That Niagara Falls Transit services be provided fare free to Niagara College students residing within the City of Niagara Falls from May 1, 2013 through August 31, 2013 in return for $8,752.00 from the Niagara College Student Administrative Council. 2. The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary agreements. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Niagara Falls Transit and the Niagara College Student Administrative Council initiated a Summer Service for the benefit of their students residing within our city in the Spring of 2009. The program has proven to be mutually beneficial to the parties and they have asked to extend their Agreement with the City to provide service for the Summer of 2013. In return for allowing the students to ride our buses fare free, their Student Administrative Council will be providing Niagara Falls Transit a one time payment of $8,752.00. This initiative will further provide an opportunity to promote our services to younger customers within our community in the hope they will continue to patronize the service beyond their post secondary years. There will be no additional costs incurred by Transit staff as the students are riding on the conventional municipal service. BACKGROUND Niagara Falls Transit has been providing this fare free service to Niagara College students residing in Niagara Falls throughout the months of May through August inclusive since 2009. To indicate which students are eligible to receive the service, Niagara College Student Administrative Council issues a sticker to their student member that is applied to their I.D. Cards. Simply presenting this I.D. Card to our Bus Operators allows them to ride fare free. April 23, 2013 - 2 - TS- 2013 -22 The Niagara College Student Administrative Council purchases this service to allow their students who are registered for Summer courses to access the Inter Municipal services provided by Niagara Region Transit and some additional service purchased by the Student's Council to service their campuses. FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS This program will provide an additional source of defined revenue and will not create any additional expenses. There are no staffing or legal implications. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The Transit Strategic Plan and Ridership Growth Strategy support Council's Strategic Priorities to; identify and evaluate alternative sources of revenue, and continue to monitor and improve the efficiency of the organization. Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: D.Stuart Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services 444-S Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer NiagaraFalls REPORT TO: SUBMITTED BY: SUBJECT: Mayor James M. Diodati And Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Transportation Services Department TS- 2013 -24 WEGO Smart Card RFQ TS- 2013 -24 April 23, 2013 RECOMMENDATION 1. That Smart Card World be awarded the contract to provide the WEGO system with smart cards, and 2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary agreements. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The 2012 purchase of chip embedded smart cards, which are utilized for fare payment onto the WEGO transportation system, as well as entry into Niagara Parks Commission attractions have been depleted. To replenish the inventory, staff issued a Request for Quotes (RFQ20- 2013), which resulted in two submissions from interested vendors. The lowest proponent was Smart Card World who were the successful bidders last year and provided thorough customer service. BACKGROUND The WEGO visitor transportation system utilizes chip embedded smart cards for fare media as customers board the buses. In addition to utilizing these cards to capture a customer's payment for their transportation, some of these cards are utilized by the Niagara Parks Commission to allow entry into an attraction. The cards designated by use for Niagara Parks Commission attractions (the Niagara Adventure Pass and Magic Pass) are funded solely by them and not through the WEGO budget for fare media. Ridership on the WEGO system has been impressive. Initial estimates of 600,000 passenger trips per year will be exceeded greatly based on ridership to date (in excess of 500,000 passenger trips) and a full visitor season ahead. Based on these ridership figures, the bidders were also asked to provide pricing for additional batches of smart cards should greater quantities be required to meet the demand. Whether the order was the minimum supply of 460,000 cards or the maximum request for in excess of one million cards, Smart Card World offered the best pricing. April 23, 2013 ANALYSIS /RATIONALE -2- RFQ20 -2013 - Supply of Smart Cards - WEGO VTS System Budget Estimate - $0.50 per card Company Name ABnote North America Smart Card World Business Location Toronto, ON Richmond, BC TS- 2013 -24 Quote Price (exc. HST) $ 0.61093 per card $ 0.480 per card (Low Bid) The funding for the above has been included in the Visitor Transportation System Operations Budget. Also, as stated above, the costs associated with purchasing Niagara Parks Commission Adventure and Magic Passes are assumed by NPC and are not funded through the WEGO budget. Thus, 330,000 of the total 460,000 cards are being purchased by NPC for their Adventure and magic Passes. These values equate to $168,300.00 for the NPC cards and $62,400.00 for the City plus applicable taxes. FINANCIAL /STAFFING /LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The Smart Card World submission is within the amount budgeted for fare media purchases and thus, there are no financial implications. Staffing complements are not altered and there are no legal implications to address. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The procurement of WEGO fare media supports the City's 2011 - 2014 Strategic Priorities which include: Infrastructure Sustainability, Convenient, Accessible, and Sustainable Transportation, Customer service Excellence, and a Healthy and Safe Community. Recommended by: Respectfully submitted: D. Stuart Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services ,L,4-,4A)' Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer The City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Resolution No. Moved by Councillor Seconded by Councillor April 23, 2013 WHEREAS Subsection 40(1) of the Assessment Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. A.31 allows a municipality to complain to the Assessment Review Board regarding the assessment value of a property; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: (1) Council confirms the actions of Staff in filing the Notices of Appeal or Complaint against those properties set out in Schedule "A" attached to the Resolution; and (2) The Staff of the City of Niagara Falls are hereby directed to take whatever action is required to prepare, present and argue the City's case with respect to the assessment of the properties listed in Schedule "A" as attached to this Resolution of Council before the Assessment Review Board, including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the retention of legal counsel and qualified experts in the appraisal of real property AND The Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed. DEAN IORFIDA JAMES M. DIODATI CITY CLERK MAYOR SCHEDULE "A" Roll Number 1. 2725 100 004 08800 0000 2. 2725 100 004 13 800 0000 3. 2725 110 001 00200 0000 Property Address Taylor Road 2800 Thorold Townline Road 7657 Portage Road CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2013 - A by -law to temporarily remove the public right of passage over a highway. WHEREAS Section 35 of the Municipal Act, provides, in part, that the Council of every municipality may pass by -laws to temporarily remove the public right of passage over a 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. The public right of passage over the unopened road allowance known as Somerville Road, from a point to be established by the installation of a gate immediately to the west of an existing driveway servicing 13154 Niagara River Parkway to the intersection of the Somerville Road and Willoughby Drive road allowances, is hereby temporarily removed. 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 twenty -third day of April, 2013. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: April 23, 2013. April 23, 2013. April 23, 2013. CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2013 - A by -law to establish Part 4 on Reference Plan 59R -14430 as a public highway, to be known as and to form part of Frederica 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 4 on Reference Plan 59R -14430 in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, be established for public highway purposes. 2. That said Part 4 on Reference Plan 59R -14430 in the City of Niagara Falls that is hereby established as a public highway, be known as and form part of Frederica Street. Passed this twenty -third day of April, 2013. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: April 23, 2013. April 23, 2013. April 23, 2013. CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2013 - A by -law to amend a Vacant Land Condominium Agreement dated August 1, 2008, between 1736194 Ontario Limited and the City. WHEREAS The Corporation of the City ofNiagara Falls (the "City ") and 1736194 Ontario Limited (the "Developer ") entered into a Vacant Land Condominium Agreement dated August 1, 2008; AND WHEREAS the Agreement contemplated and intended that the Urban Services portion of Development Charges, as calculated in accordance with the City of Niagara Falls Development Charges By -law (By -law No. 2009 -120 and any amendment or successor thereto), would be paid in accordance with a phasing of the construction of the development, as outlined in the Agreement and the Schedules thereto; THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. The Vacant Land Condominium Agreement between the Developer and the City, dated August 1, 2008, is hereby amended by adding the following: "18(c) For the purposes of the application of the Development Charges By -law of the City (By -law No. 2009 -120 and any amendment or successor thereto), the date of signature of this Agreement for each successive phase of the vacant land condominium authorized by this Agreement shall be deemed to be the date that the City issues a Building Permit Clearance Letter with respect to that phase of the development. 18(d) This Agreement is to be read and administered as if Article 18(c) was included and formed a part of the Agreement from the date of the Agreement, that date being August 1, 2008." 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 twenty -third day of April, 2013. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: April 23, 2013. April 23, 2013. April 23, 2013. THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS BY -LAW Number 2013 - A by -law to amend By -law No. 89 -2000, being a by -law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. (No Standing) 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 specified columns of Schedule B thereto the following item: NO STANDING COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3 COLUMN 4 HIGHWAY SIDE BETWEEN TIMES OR DAYS Ontario Avenue West A point 20 metres north of Huron and At Any Time a point 55 metres north of Huron Street This By -law shall come into force when the appropriate signs are installed or removed. Passed this twenty third day of April, 2013. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: April 23, 2013 April 23, 2013 April 23, 2013 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2013 - A by -law to authorize the execution of an Easement Agreement with Ontario Power Generation Inc. respecting access rights to a piezometer well associated with the Niagara Tunnel and designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 59R- 14809. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. An Agreement made between Ontario Power Generation Inc. as Transferee and the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls as Transferor, respecting Schedule A, as attached hereto, is hereby approved and authorized. 2. The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute the said Agreement. 3. The Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the corporate seal thereto and to deliver the said Agreement. Passed this twenty third day of April, 2013. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: April 23, 2013 April 23, 2013 April 23, 2013 DRAFT Last Updated: 19/03/2013 2:12 PM Schedule "A" The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls (the "Transferor ") grants in perpetuity to Ontario Power Generation Inc.,(the "Transferee ") the exclusive right to operate, maintain, inspect, alter, repair, replace, reconstruct and remove an Piezometer Well associated with the Niagara Tunnel and other works appurtenant thereto (hereinafter called "the Works ") in, over, along, across, upon and under those parts of the Transferor's land described as part of Ranges 1 and 2, Registered Plan No. 1, City of Niagara Falls, Regional Municipality of Niagara being 4.0 square meters in area, designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 59R -14809 dated January 31, 2013 (which lands are herein called the "Lands "). Together with the right of Ontario Power Generation Inc., its servants, agents and contractors with all necessary vehicles, supplies and equipment to enter onto the Lands by the Transferor's access routes and pass and re -pass over the Lands for the purpose of exercising or enjoying any of the rights herein granted the parties agree as follows: 1. This indenture shall be effective from the First (1st) day of July, 2012, (the "Commencement Date ") 2. The Transferee shall pay to the Transferor for the rights hereby granted herein the sum of two ($2.00) dollars. 3. The Transferee shall, except in case of emergency, before commencing any work authorized by this indenture or intended so to be, give to the Transferor forty -eight hours' previous written notice, and in cases of emergency such previous notice as is reasonably possible, and during any construction work, repair and maintenance, the Transferor may have its representatives present, for whose time and necessary expenses the Transferee shall pay on presentation of invoices therefore. 4. The Transferee shall maintain the Works in a good and substantial state of repair at all times. 5. The Transferee shall comply with all statutes, by -laws, rules or regulations of every governmental or other competent authority relating in any manner to the Works or the exercise of any of the rights or the easement herein granted. 6. The Transferee shall, before making any installations or take any measures for preventing corrosion of the Works, give to the Transferor full written details of such proposed installations and measures and obtain the Transferor's written approval of same. Insofar as such installations or measures will or are likely to affect the Transferor's works or operations; provided that the Transferor's approval shall not be unreasonably withheld, and provided further that such approval shall not be construed as waiving any rights the Transferor may have to claim against the Transferee for damage from corrosion suffered by the Transferor as a result of the presence of the Transferee's Works. Page of 3 7. The rights and easement granted herein shall be subject to all leases, licenses, or any rights of use or occupation existing at the date of this indenture, and the Transferor may from time to time renew or extend such licenses or rights of use or occupation. 8. The Transferee shall assume all liability, and shall indemnify and hold harmless the Transferor from and against, all costs, expenses, losses, damages, actions, causes of action, interest claims, charges, proceedings, claims or demands arising in any way out of its use or occupation of the Lands or that otherwise would not have arisen but for this indenture and the rights granted herein including, without limitation, all costs, expenses, losses, damages, actions, causes of action, interest claims, charges proceedings, claims or demands arising out of (i) any spill of pollutants (as defined in the Environmental Protection Act) on all or any part of the Lands occurring from and after the Commencement Date and occurring during the Term and that can be reasonably demonstrated to be attributable to any activity or work of the Transferee; or (ii) any contravention of any provision of environmental legislation including but not limited to the Environmental Protection Act and the Ontario Water Resources Act to the extent that such contravention occurred from and after the Commencement Date of this easement grant and during the Term and that can be reasonably demonstrated to be attributable to any activity or work of the Transferee, including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, all costs and expenses incurred in restoring or rectifying the Lands or complying with any requests, orders or notices issued pursuant to any applicable legislation and relating to or arising out of the Transferee's use of or access to the Lands. 9. The Transferee shall assume liability for and pay as they become due all taxes, rates and assessments of every kind whatever, or any amounts in lieu thereof, that may be imposed by reason of the Works or by reason of any of the rights granted herein and shall at all times indemnify the Transferor from and against all such taxes, rates and assessments, or amounts in lieu thereof. 10. No right, title or interest in or to the Lands or any part or parts of it or any adjacent land of the Transferor shall be acquired by the Transferee except as expressly set out herein. 11. The Transferee shall not transfer, assign or sublet this indenture or any rights or easement conferred by it without the previous written consent of the Transferor which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. 12. If the Transferee no longer requires the rights granted herein, or abandons, the Work, or in the event this Agreement is terminated as pursuant to terms contained herein, the Transferee shall at its expense upon the request of the Transferor, deliver a release in writing of this easement. 13. Notwithstanding any rule of law or equity, the Works installed by the Transferee shall at all times remain the property of the Transferee, notwithstanding that such Works are or may become annexed or affixed to the Lands and, subject to section 18, shall at anytime and from time to time be removable in whole or in part by the Transferee. Page 2 of 3 14. Accept as otherwise provided in this Agreement, every notice required or permitted under this Agreement must be in writing and may be delivered in person, by courier or by fax to the applicable party, as follows: If to the Transferor, If to the Transferee, The City of Niagara Falls Ontario Power Generation Inc. 700 University Avenue, H18 Toronto, Ontario M5G 1X6 Attn: Manager Real Estate Services Fax: 416 -592 -8115 or to any other address, fax number or individual that a party designates by notice. Any notice under this Agreement, if delivered personally or by courier will be deemed to have been given when actually received, if delivered by fax before 3:00 p.m. on a business day will be deemed to have been delivered on that business day and if delivered by fax after 3:00 p.m. on a business day or on a day which is not a business day will be deemed to be delivered on the next business day. 15. There are no representations, covenants, agreements, warranties and conditions in any way relating to the subject matter of this Agreement whether expressed or implied collateral or otherwise except those set forth herein. 16. The Transferee shall at its sole cost be entitled to register this Agreement in the appropriate Land Registry Office and Transferor agrees to execute all necessary instruments, plans and documentation for the purpose. In such event, the Transferee shall provide the Transferor with one duplicate registered copy of this Agreement. 17. No waiver of a breach or any of the covenants of this grant shall be construed to be a waiver of any succeeding breach of the same or any other covenant. 18. The burden and benefit of this Agreement shall run with the Lands and the Works and undertaking of the Transferee and shall extend to, be binding upon and enure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors and permitted assigns. 19. The easement hereby granted shall be of the same force and effect to all intents and purposes as a covenant running with the Lands and is declared hereby to be appurtenant to and for the benefit of the Works of the Transferee. Page 3 of 3 0 PLAN 59R- 14809 o La � o 0 0 0 a m BRENT LAROCQUE SCHEDULE - LAND TITLES 6 6 a °o E 0 O 0000000000a 0 Z WC u_vi,,,, Eli m �S W �r ado8 3OV180d BRENT LAROCOUE O.LS. JANUARY 30, 2013 BRENT LAROCOUE RICHARD L4ROCQUE LIMITED ONTARIO LAND SURVEYORS & CONSULTANTS 12 LYMAN STREET, ST. CATHARINES, ONTARIO 905- 688 -1413 6385 COLBORNE STREET, NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO 905 -358 -8400 N3'06'W 2.00 3A0Be (11)Law -LLCb9 Nld -m_ 1— W C N I W I Z 0 N I C.� Z J II` 3111•130 131N'V1S '5 5- (11)9910 -LLC19 NW OJ F ALL CO- ORDINATES ARE IN METRES. ARE RELATED TO UTM ZONE 17 (81'W LONGITUDE) NA083 CSRS REVISED AND HAVE A RELATIVE ACCURACY TO MEET THE REO UIREMENTS OF AN URBAN AREA AT 950 CONFIDENCE LEVEL THE CO- ORDINATES CANNOT, IN THEMSELVES, BE USED TO RE- ESTABLISH THE CORNERS OR BOUNDARIES SHOWN ON THIS PLAN. )INATE SCI 8. 8 a - N ., a BRENT LAROCOUE O.LS. JANUARY 30, 2013 BRENT LAROCOUE RICHARD L4ROCQUE LIMITED ONTARIO LAND SURVEYORS & CONSULTANTS 12 LYMAN STREET, ST. CATHARINES, ONTARIO 905- 688 -1413 6385 COLBORNE STREET, NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO 905 -358 -8400 N3'06'W 2.00 3A0Be (11)Law -LLCb9 Nld -m_ 1— W C N I W I Z 0 N I C.� Z J II` 3111•130 131N'V1S '5 5- (11)9910 -LLC19 NW OJ CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2013 - A by -law to amend By -law No. 2004 -173, being a by -law to prohibit or regulate the destruction, injury and planting of trees on municipal property within the City of Niagara Falls. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. By -law No. 2004 -173 is hereby amended by: a) section 1 (d) is deleted, hereby replaced by the following: " "Director" means the Director of Municipal Works for the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls, or his or her designate; ". b) Schedule "A" is hereby deleted and that Schedule "A ", Application for Permit to Injure, Destroy or Plant Trees on Public Property, attached hereto shall be inserted in lieu thereof. c) Schedule "B" is hereby deleted and that Schedule "B ", City of Niagara Falls Tree Planting List of Acceptable Species, attached hereto shall be inserted in lieu thereof. Passed this twenty third day of April, 2013. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: April 23, 2013 April 23, 2013 April 23, 2013 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2013 - SCHEDULE "A" APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO INJURE, DESTROY OR PLANT TREES ON PUBLIC PROPERTY 1. Registered Owner of Affected Property: 2. Mailing Address of Owner: Postal Code: Phone Number: (H) (W) Email: 3. Legal Description of Affected Property: Plan Number: Lot Number: 4. Street Address (location of tree if different from above) 5. Existing Land Uses(s): 6. Present Land Use Designation: Existing Zoning: 7. Purpose of Proposed Tree Activity: 8. Commencement /Completion Dates: 9. Description of Proposed Activity (if necessary, attach addendum): 10. Contractor (if different from owner): 11. Include a plan of affected area drawn to scale, accurately delineating the following: (a) property boundaries, buildings and structures; (b) existing topography (including contour intervals); -2- (c) location/dimensions of proposed tree cutting, planting or removal activities (including the location of access roads or other associated works); (d) photographs Signature of Owner or Authorized Agent Date: (day /month/year) For Office Use Only: Comments: Estimated Cost of Work: Approved: Director's Signature: Not Approved: litional Notes 0 0 ty to outshade 'aces and ere them in habitat moderately must s sandy b ur barn b Edon rocky uplands. 0 balled and i. Does not tolerate bons as well as the mple t do well in a root zone Moderate pollution r arid leaf scorch :lop with drought. wing and tolerant is. Fruit of this tree t atter by a variety and small s. Fruit which Is poisonous to humans, dyngout in wild due to fungus .LV .mac E = in } Soil Type /Conditions Loam, Silt -Loam U E 0 E E O E RoundedlColumnar Oval /Rounded valfRounded 0, 0, z z° Native to Canada z° Native to Canada Native to Canada ive to Canada Native to Canada O 0 E z 0 E E 0 2 m S. 2 00 00 Common Hackberry Flowering dogwood Botanical Name 0, Acer platanoid Acer ruhrum Acer saccharum occidentalis Cornus florida Lcs 1Park 11 the (:ity\ I lee Pru,ccts 5 Ploy /anis Ii -a. Sales, Dedlcalioiis. e10 .Sheol fee Planting 1 isr \Approved Slteci I lee List. xis Does not make for good Street tree, but withstandss heavy pruning and is uselul in hedge material Excellent city tree. Does no 11511 until 20 -50 years of !age. Very sail tolerant, drought tolerant as well First tree to lose leaves in MIL and last to leaf out in spring. Ontarius tallest native tree species Flowering period of April - late May /early June. Somewhat snort lived, 20 years. Leaves emerge green and malure purple. Hardens early and susceplaole to early freezes ,‘,.. .. •N - . .. C, . . , ,,- - ''':',,,;, 44'4 . ig Sandy, Deep, Moderately moist Moist bottoreland, limotone origin Deep, rich, moist soils Most, fertile, well drained loam. Slightly acidic and full sun Heavy Loam TP. T, = = E IT° = ro , 7 E Pyramidal Spreading Spreading = = = co -F-' o Rounded /Vase i Thornless Cultivars of native species 71° Thornless cultivars of native species Native to Canada Native 10 Canada .1 ol . 50 -80 ft height variable spread of 30 40 ft b30 -70 ft in height with similar spread 18 -25m spread of15 22m 22 -30m in height, !branch spread 'caries depending on .l open space or in wooded areas 15 -25 In height E _ TnornlessCockspur Hawthorn (Crusader Hamthorn) 'European Beech (Rivers Beech, Purple Beech, Tri- colour Beech (not as big) Maidenhair tree Thornless Honeylocust (Shademaster, Skyline, Sunburst) Kentucky coffeetree Tuliptree Flowering & Domestic Crab Apple Kkwanzan (Shubert cherry) 15 o_ ,-. '13 To U Crataegus crus gaili var.inermis. Fagus sylvatica Ginkgo biloba Gleditsia triacanthos Varieties inermis Gymnocladus dioicus Liriodendron tulipifera Malus spp. Prunus spp. ra 1Park 11 the (:ity\ I lee Pru,ccts 5 Ploy /anis Ii -a. Sales, Dedlcalioiis. e10 .Sheol fee Planting 1 isr \Approved Slteci I lee List. xis Can live up to 300 years . arid resist salt and pollution in urban areas for survival Beautiful tree year round Good tree for parks and other large spaces. Seed requires no pretreatment. Acceptable street tree. aught after for furniture and floor manufacturing. Responds well to water and fertilization. . Z� )) .y a « Sandy, dry clay soils \ \\ __ , 7 \ : \ _ Loose, well drained, slightly acidic « >, Prefer moist and deep sobs, but also found in dry mountain ridges / Large ) / ) Pyramidal K. Pyramidal at young age Native to Canada Native to Canada No, Carolinian 22 -30m in height, spread of20 -30 m. Grown 01 open space, trunk is short with stout, horizontal widespread branch 50 -80 ft height 75 -100' height &spread 20 -27m tall, 15 -22m spread. Often rounded when young and mature 20 -30 ft height, 15- 25 in spread 12 -15 m height and 8 -1001 spread. Densley branched 80 -70 ft with 45 ft spread 30 -50 ft height. 20- 30 fl spread Bur Oak Fastlgate English Oak English Oak Red Oak Japanese Lilac Tree (Ivory Silk) Littleleaf Linden (Gleilleven, Greenspire, Greenglobe) Sweet Gum ) Quercus macrocarpa Quercus alba Quercus robur 'Fastigata' Quercus robur Quercus rubra Syringa reticulata o Liquidambar styriciBua Nyssa sylvatica w [sculled to landscape due to size. lough inner bark used to make solne ropes. i 1 : > y Moist, deep soil Dry Sandy, acid soils Clay (in wild). Moist doh acid, 8 drained soils Drier heavier soils, rocky. Full sun, partial shade. Large Large 1 0 J u O J 9 & Rounded Crown 0 0 S O o in Rounded Crown > i i i 50 -80 ft in height with lesser spread. 50 -60 ft tallm with equal or greater spread 60 -70 It in height 25- 40ft spread 60 -8011 in height, with spread et 30- 40n Books: Manual of Woody Landscape Plants v _ Northern Pin Oak (Hills Oak) Swamp white oak � a � 3 m Websites: City of Toronto Urban Foresty, City of Hamilton Forestry, City of St.Cathannes. Ontario Trees and Shrubs Zelkova serrata Quercus ellipsoidalis Quercus bicolor Quercus palustris c m E. References CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2013 - A by -law to authorize the payment of $44,074,350.79 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 February 21, 2013 to April 3, 2013. Passed this twenty -third day of April 2013. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: April 23, 2013 April 23, 2013 April 23, 2013 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By -law No. 2013 - A by -law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 23rd day of April, 2013. 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 23`d day of April, 2013 including all motions, resolutions and other actions taken by the Council at its said meeting, are hereby adopted, ratified and confirmed as if they were expressly embodied in this by -law, except where the prior approval of the Ontario Municipal Board or other authority is by law required or any action required by law to be taken by resolution. 2. Where no individual by -law has been or is passed with respect to the taking of any action authorized in or with respect to the exercise of any powers by the Council, then this by -law shall be deemed for all purposes to be the by -law required for approving, authorizing and taking of any action authorized therein or thereby, or required for the exercise of any powers thereon by the Council. 3. The Mayor and the proper officers of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls are hereby authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said actions of the Council or to obtain approvals where required, and, except where otherwise provided, the Mayor and the Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to execute all documents arising therefrom and necessary on behalf of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls and to affix thereto the corporate seal of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls. Passed this twenty -third day of April 2013. DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: Second Reading: Third Reading: April 23, 2013 April 23, 2013 April 23, 2013