2002/08/124)
EIGHTH MEETING
Monday, August 12, 2002
From 4:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
City Hall, Committee Room #2A & B
Approval of the 2002 07 15 Community Services Committee Minutes
COMMUNICATIONS
Niagara Falls Public Library re: 2002 Operating Budget Increase
Ontario Early Years Centre - Request for 2003 Budget
REPORTS
F-2002-47 -
F-2002-48 -
F-2002-49 -
MW-2002-106 -
MW-2002-104-
MW-2002-105-
MW-2002-108-
2003 Budget
Major Receivables Quarterly Report
Municipal Accounts
Niagara Peninsula Transportation
Corridor - Status Report
Tender #2002-118-02 - Victoria Avenue,
Simcoe Street and Bellvue Street -
Watermain Replacement
Tender #2002-122-02 - Montrose Road
and Kalar Road - Watermain Replacemem
Main Street Closure
Environmental Assessment Update
MW-2002-101 - Grass Cutting within the
City of Niagara Falls
R-2002-48 - Response to Ice User Group Concern on
Loss of Ice Time Due to Tournaments
STAFF CONTACT
Ken Burden
Ken Burden
Ken Burden
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Dujlovic
Adele Kon
NEW BUSINESS
5) ADJOURNMENT
MINUTES OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING,
Monday, July 15, 2002, CITY HALL, ROOM 2 at 3:30 P.M.
PRE/ENT:
JT/~FF:
ABJENT:
PRE/'$:
GUEJT:
Chairman Victor Pietrangelo, Mayor Thomson, Alderman Paisley Janvary-
Pool, Alderman Shirley Fisher, Alderman Selina Volpatti, Alderman
Janice Wing, Alderman Carolynn Ioannoni, Alderman Art Federow,
Alderman Klm Craitor
John MacDonald, Tony Ravenda, Adele Kon, Ray Kallio, Ed Dujlovic,
Dean Iorfida, Lee Smith, Ken Burden, Sue Forcier
Alderman Orr, Alderman Puttick, Alderman Campbell, Alderman Feren
Mr. Corey Larocque, Niagara Falls Review
1) MINUTF~
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Craitor that the
minutes of the June 17, 2002, meeting be accepted.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 07 15
R~I TIFI C~ Yl O l¥ /I-IEET -
· Page 3 under Resolution - That the Regional Municipality of Niagara be
requested to install a left turn on St. Paul Avenue (not Portage Road) at the
Neighbourhood of St. David's. Portage Road turns into St. Paul Avenue after
O'Neil Street to Niagara Townline Road.
2) CORRE/PONDENCE
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Craitor that the
correspondence from the Regional Municipality of Niagara regarding Thorold Stone
Road at Drummond Road and Niagara Transit regarding the Budget for 2002 be
received and filed.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 07 15
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a)
REPORT./'
R-2002-37 - Skate Park Proposal and Skate Park Site
Alderman Ioannoni advised Committee that she is concerned that having the
Skate Park Site at the Community Centre which is located in the southwest
section of the City leaves the youth in the Downtown and North end of the City
with limited access to the site. The Sergeant who ran the CPTED training for
City staff recommended that the site be located in an area that would not be near
a building that could be vandalised. Alderman Ioannoni recommended that we
defer the site selection until a CPTED audit could be performed and the results
brought back to Council. Alderman Ioannoni also noted that the skate park is
also used by BMX cyclists and therefore children from the downtown or north
end of the City would not be able to ride to park.
Mayor Thomson advised Committee that he is not opposed to the CPTED audit,
but felt that the site seemed like a good fit with the Community Centre and the
programs they run. This area is also faidy isolated not abutting any residential
properties; the City would avoid the problems encountered at the Chippawa site.
Alderman Wing is concerned with the site as well. That if all the recreation is
located in the southwest, it leaves the other areas of the City with nothing to do.
Alderman Wing motioned that the recommendation be split, allowing the
Committee to vote on the designer and location of the park separately.
Alderman Fisher advised Committee that the Lion's Club has pulled the use of
the skate board park due to the problems that they've encountered.
John MacDonald advised Committee that we have gone through a process
which included public input and the result was this specific recommendation.
There is no perfect spot in the City unless we had them located all over the City.
John recommended that Adele Kon inform the Committee as to the process that
City staff has gone through in order to arrive at this site.
Adele Kon informed the Committee that Council is correct that no matter where
the site is located there will always be residents complaining that it's not
convenient for them. Staff did look at quite a few sites throughout the City and
this site was by far the number one site, by the youth and also by staff. The
Community Centre will be in operation approximately 17 hours a day, so there
will be supervision for that area. There are washroom facilities, lots of parking
and the Boys & Gids Club and the YMCA are excited to have the park there to
incorporate the use of it into their programming mix. The Youth Committee also
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chose this site as their number one choice. All other sites that staff looked at
throughout the City were surrounded by residents and from past history in
Niagara Falls, whenever we have located these facilities in a residential
neighbourhood the City receives numerous complaints.
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN IOANNONI, seconded by Alderman Wing that the
location be deferred pending a CPTED audit, to come back to the August meeting.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation Submitted to Council 2002 07 15
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Ioannoni that
Committee support the approval of Van der Zalm and Associates to carry out the
design.
Motion: Carried
Opposed: Alderman Volpatti
Alderman Fisher
Alderman Federow
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 07 15
b) R-2002-38 - Coronation 50 Plus Recreation Centre - Room Rental Rate
Review
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN VOLPATTI, seconded Alderman Fisher that
Committee support the Coronation Centre Room Rental Policy Rates for
implementation on September 1,2002.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 07 15
c) R-2002-39 - Proposed Cemeteries Business Plan
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Volpatti that the
proposal P50-02 for a Cemeteries Business Plan from Bruzzese Minshull & Associates
be approved at a cost of $25,000.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 07 15
d) R-2002-41 - Winter Ice Schedule for Municipal Arenas
· Mayor Thomson moved that a report be brought back to Committee for August
dealing with the concerns raised by the Niagara Skating Club.
iT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN FISHER, seconded by Alderman Craitor that
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Committee approve the schedule for the 2002/2003 season and that a report
addressing the concerns of the Niagara Skating Club be brought back to Council.
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 07 15
e)
R-2002-42 - Proposal #P38-02 Supply and Installation of Creative Play
Space Equipment at Cherryhill Park.
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Ioannoni that the
contract be awarded to Henderson Recreation Equipment for the supply and installation
of creative play space equipment at Cherryhill Park, at a cost of $29,985.03, including
taxes and that a letter of thanks be sent to Mr. Bill McGee of Saturn for his contribution.
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 07 15
f)
R-2002-45 - Amendment to the Chippawa Lions Club Incorporated Lease
Agreement with the City.
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Fisher that the lease
agreement, between the City and the Chippawa Lions Club Incorporated, be amended.
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation Submitted to Council 2002 07 15
g) F-2002-46 - Municipal Accounts
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Volpatti that the
Community Services Committee approve the municipal accounts totalling
$17,692.073.88 for the period ending July 15, 2002.
Pecuniary Interest Cheque
Alderman Ioannoni #268869
Alderman Janvary-Pool #268573
Alderman Federow #268407 & # 268252
Alderman Pietrangelo #268428
Alderman Craitor
#268911,#268882,
#268285,#268393,
#268238,#268467,
#2684446,#268717,
#268885,#268833,#268321
Payable To:
Ioannoni, Carolynn
Janva~-Pool, Paisley
Humane Socie~
Niagara Catholic School Board
Regional Municipality of Niagara
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Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation Submitted to Council 2002 07 15
h) F-2002-45 - Niagara Falls Humane Society Funding
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Fisher that the
committee approve an increase of $15,650.00 to the annual fee for services for the
Niagara Falls Humane Society.
Motion:
Conflict:
Action:
Carried
Alderman Federow
Recommendation Submitted to Council 2002 07 15
MW-2002-90 - Main Street Closure Study - Update Class Environmental
Assessment
· After a brief presentation by Darrell Smith the floor was open for discussion.
Mayor Thomson advised Committee that Council has gone through this process
several times and no matter which option is chosen (option 4 or Option 5A) it will
affect certain groups. Option 4 is the closest staff has come to having Main
Street still accessible and supports this option.
Alderman Craitor questioned staff as to the projection for volumes of traffic that
will be using Stanley Avenue. Darrell Smith responded with 4,000 per hour
during peak hours. Alderman Craitor advised Committee that the residents on
Dixon Street are concerned that their street will be used as an access road to the
Casino. Darrell Smith responded that staff is looking at cul de sacing Dixon
Street and Murray Street and providing emergency access only and a walking
pathway, so there will be no way people could use these streets as an entrance
to the Casino.
Alderman Fisher advised Committee that the residents of Chippawa have seen a
significant increase in volumes of traffic due to the Legends Golf Course and
tourist travelling by car to Niagara Falls. Alderman Fisher questioned staff if this
was the long term solution as the volumes will only increase when the Casino
opens and how will the residents of Chippawa avoid the grid lock when travelling
to and from their homes. Darrell Smith advised Committee that the residents still
have to use Marineland Parkway to access Niagara Falls and this does not tie in
with the Main Street area. Alderman Fisher advised Committee that it is
becoming increasingly frustrating for the residents of Chippawa as you cannot
use the Niagara Parkway or Portage Road going into Chippawa, which leaves
the QEW.
Ed Dujlovic advised Committee that Alderman Fisher poses a very interesting
question that it is a dilemma we are experiencing due to the growth in Niagara
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Falls. Any municipality that is growing will experience traffic problems, and most
residents are use to getting through an intersection on one cycle of lights. The
City can only build so many roads therefore the traffic is going to be there. There
will be more improvements on the Stanley Avenue all the way to Marineland
Parkway. In the future staff will be looking at Portage Road going into
Chippawa.
Alderman Wing advised Committee that though she was happy to hear about the
cul de sacing she is opposed to the Main Street closure. John MacDonald
advised Committee that this is not a long term solution, we'll focus on the People
Mover System which is later in tonights agenda. This will give Tourist an option
to park their cars and use the People Mover as an alternative way to travel.
Mr. Javonovic of the lincoln Motor Inn advised Committee that he is concerned
that the barrier which will block through traffic and left-hand turn traffic, will affect
his business located on Main Street.
Darrell Smith advised Committee that once Committee gives direction to publish
the Environmental Assessment (EA) with option 4 as the preferred option, staff
will finalize the document which will take a couple weeks. Once the document is
published there is a thirty (30) day appeal period, in which any member of the
public who feels that their concerns have not been addressed through the EA
process can appeal to the Ministry of the Environment and request that they
"Bump Up" the EA. Once the appeal period is over and the appeals are dealt
with the City can proceed with the design and construction.
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Volpatti that the Main
Street Environmental Assessment be published with option four (4) as the preferred
option.
Motion:
Opposed:
Action:
Carried
Alderman Wing
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 07 15
J)
MW-2002-92 - Farmland and Vacant Residential Waste Management Flat
Tax
Alderman Craitor enquired why staff had not considered 2002 in the above
report. Ken Burden advised Committee that the City unfortunately was unable to
financially give the farmland residents a reduction for 2002.
Alderman Wing advised Committee that the residents in this situation are not
receiving any services for their tax dollar. John MacDonald advised Committee
that this issue comes up all the time, whether it is water rates, assessment or
any service we provide, people do not get the same level of service throughout
the community. People pay school taxes who have no children. If we only
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charge people specifically for what they use, then the City as a Community has
to pay the full amount and it becomes a matter of distribution. By charging
across the board, staff feels this is a fairer system. Communities are based on
people paying an equal or some share of cost involved in running the
Community. Alderman Federow advised Committee that many of the residents
with farmland are seniors, and asked is there anyway if they are paying for
garbage collectiori on their residences could this exempt them from paying on
their additional farmland properties. Ken Burden advised Committee that this
scenario was looked at, but in fairness and in the administration of the fiat tax,
staff has stated if you have a separate property you will be charged the fiat tax
unless they wish to merge the properties into one assessment.
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN FISHER, seconded by Alderman Volpatti that for
2003 lands classified as farm property be charged at 25% of the rate established for the
residential fiat tax in 2003.
Motion:
Conflict:
Opposed:
Action:
Carried
Alderman Pietrangelo
Alderman Wing, Alderman Federow
Recommendation Submitted to Council 2002 07 15
k) MW-2002-93 - Fallsview Boulevard/Robinson Street On-Street Pay Parking
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Volpatti that parking
meters, taxi stands, no stopping anytime and no standing anytime be implemented on
Robinson Street and Fallsview Boulevard.
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation Submitted to Council 2002 07 15
I)
MW-2002-89 - Northwest Quadrant Watermain Extension Cost Sharing
Formula and Conditions.
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Federow that staff be
directed to prepare cost sharing agreements with each benefiting property owner in
accordance with the terms and conditions described in this report.
Motion:
Conflict:
Action:
Carried
Alderman Volpatti
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 07 15
m)
MW-2002-86 - Request to Delete Sidewalks Mount Forest VI/Flowers
Estates Subdivision Grouse Lane/Silvan Street.
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Volpatti that the
request to delete the requirement for the installation of sidewalks be approved and the
securities held be reduced accordingly.
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Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 07 15
n)
MW-2002-91 - Calaguiro Estates. Phase II Extension of Subdivision
Agreement
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN VOLPATTI, seconded by Mayor Thomson that the
request by Kybala Ventures Inc. to extend the term of the original agreement for the
Calaguiro Estates Plan of Subdivision be approved.
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation Submitted to Council 2002 07 15
o) MW-2002-98 - Intersection of Victoria Avenue/Centre Stree'dClifton Hill
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN FISHER, seconded by Alderman Craitor that this
report be received and filed.
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation Submitted to Council 2002 07 15
4) NEW BUll NFJ'$
a)
PMP-2002-01 - People Mover Project Parking Strategy Study and Ridership
& Revenue Forecast.
Mayor Thomson advised Committee that this is the first phase at no cost to the
Municipality. The funds will be provided by the Falls Management Group who
are responsible under the original agreement with respect to the Casino to pay
the cost toward the People Mover System.
Alderman Pietrangelo advised the Committee that residents have asked how
much the City was going to invest in the People Mover System. Alderman
Pietrangelo was under the impression that the City's investment was the
acquisition of the land and the City would not be puffing a large sum of money
into the People Mover System. John MacDonald stated other than staffs time
the City is not investing any money into the People Mover System. Studies and
hardware will come from the private sector of the City.
Alderman Craitor advised the Committee that a study was already done on the
People Mover System and was this a continuation of that study. John
MacDonald advised the Committee that originally a Feasability Study was
conducted than and Environmental Assessment (EA) and the EA touched on
some topics of the Parking Strategy, this study will take it a step further. The
Parking Strategy is critical to the success of the People Mover System and
Council when this is finished will be challenged with having to implement various
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strategies to ensure that significant parking is linked to the People Mover
System. Alderman Craitor advised Committee that we do not know what type of
People Mover System we will have yet, would this study not come first. John
MacDonald advised Committee that this will develop a strategy to be
implemented. A ridership report will be coming soon that will give us a sense of
what numbers we will be dealing with and the combination of those numbers and
the Parking Strate~]y part of that study will give us an ideal of how many people
we might have, how much people are will to pay and to get a real handle on how
much revenue we can generate. Once we determine how much revenue we can
generate then we know what we can afford to build.
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN VOLPATTI, seconded by Mayor Thomson that
Council proceed to engage consultants for the above noted Parking Strategy Study,
with the Terms of Reference attached hereto, subiect to receivinq funding to cover all
costs related thereto from Falls Mana.qement Company ("FMC").
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation Submitted to Council 2002 07 15
5) RE~OLUTION:
Alderman Volpatti expressed concern that a left-hand turning lane must be installed on
St. Paul Street for the resident's safety in the Neighbourhood of St. David's.
Ed Dujlovic advised Committee that staff has written to the Regional Municipality of
Niagara several times dating back to 2000, expressing their concerns for a left turn lane
at this location with no reply to date. Mayor Thomson advised that Council by
Resolution would like a response to the above noted problem.
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN VOLPATTI, seconded by Mayor Thomson that the
Regional Municipality of Niagara be requested to install a left turn on St. Paul Avenue at
the Neighbourhood of St. David's.
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation Submitted to Council 2002 07 15
(See Attached)
6) /~DJOURNMENT
MEETING WAS ADJOURNED, MOVED BY ALDERMAN WING, seconded by
Alderman Fisher at 4:40 p.m.
The City of
Niagara Falls
Canada
Corporate Services Department
Clerk's Division
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
web site: www, city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-9083
E-mail:diorlida~city.niagarafalls.on.ca
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Dean Iorfida
City Clerk
July 22,2002
Mr. Thomas R. Hollick, Regional Clerk
Regional Municipality of Niagara
2201 St. David's Road, P.O. Box 1042
Thorold, ON L2V 4T7
Dear Mr. Hollick:
At the most recent meeting of the Community Services Committee, Niagara Falls City Council made
the following motion:
That the Regional Municipality of Niagara be requested to install a left turn on St. Paul
Avenue (Niagara Falls) into the Neighbourhoods of St. David's.
This issue has come up before at a public meeting, as you will note from the attached letter from Mr.
GeoffHolman, Manager of Development, City of Niagara Falls to Mr. Bryan Mclnnis of the Region.
As the development at Eagle Valley Golf Course, across the street, intensifies, the more likely that
traffic movement and volume will become issues of concern.
Niagara falls City Council respectfully requests that Regional Council direct staff to investigate the
situation with a view toward implementing a left turn lane on the northbound side of St. Paul Avenue
into the Neighbourhoods of St. David's.
Sincerely,
Dean Ioffida /,.
City Clerk
c. Oeoff Holman, Manager of Development
Karl Dren, Manager of Traffic and Parking Services
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July30,2002
Alderman Wayne Campbell, Chair
Corporate Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls
Dear Alderman Campbell:
The Niagaia Falls Public Library Board respectfully requests that municipal
funding of the Board's 2002 operating budget be increased by $52,600 to
$2,405,700.
This increase is the result of City Council's approval on May 13, 2002 of the
ratified amended Collective Agreement with C.U.P.E. Local 133.
In order for the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls to cominue to comply
with the Pay Equity Act, most employees of the Niagara Falls Public Library
Board must be subject to the same amendment. This cominues City Council's past
practice with respect to this matter. It was noted in the Board's Oct. 17, 2001
letter which presented the 2002 operating budget.
I understand that Tony Ravenda may also wish to comment on this matter.
Niagara Falls Public Library Board
c. Tony Ravenda
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Mrs. Donna Dofsfeisfi, Coorffirator
Ontario Early Tears Centre
2999 Dorcfiester Roaff-
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Mayor
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FINANCE
Ontario
Early Years
July 15, 2002
City of Niagara Falls,'ON
Corporate Sevices Committee
Mr. Wayne Campbell
Chair
Dear Mr. Campbell,
The Ontario Early Years Centre-Niagara Falls (OEYC-NF) is a place for
parents/grandparents and caregivers to grow and learn with their children
from birth to age 6. We opened our doors April 3/02. As a community
program we want to provide our children with the best possible start in life.
The goals of the OEYC-NF is to work with parents and the community to:
1. promote children's optimal development and readiness to learn so
they may reach their full potential.
2. create an environment where all children are healthy, safe and secure
within strong communities.
The Ontario Early Years Centres offer a universal program accessible to all
families with children from ages birth to 6 regardless of socio-economic
background, culture, geography or special needs. The OEYC-NF is funded
through the provincial Ministry of Community, Family and Children's
Services with the Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB) as the
lead agency. We have many community partners on our Program Advisory
Committee with the City of Niagara Falls as a member.
The OEYC-NF main hub location is in Mary Ward School, 2999 Dorchester
Rd. It was identified a year ago that if our vision of a Early Years Centre
came true in Niagara Falls and we were accepted as the site for the centre,
we would need to look at the parking situation. We met with Mayor
Thomson and he directed us.to Karl Dren who completed a needs
assessment.
On March 1/01 the assessment results indicated a need for additional
parking. A design/cost estimate was made by Marzenna Carrick. For 21
additional spaces in Pearson Park it will cost $44,000.
ONTARIO EARLYYEARS CENTRE. NIAGARA FALLS 2999 Dorches~ Road ltiagara Falls ON L2J2Z9 Phone:90535'72398 Fax: 905 3571288
NIAGAR/~ CATHOUC
Today the OEYC-NF, City of Niagara Falls staffand NCDSB met to discuss
the costs. The NCDSB has agreed to fund 50% of the costs ($22,000).
The OEYC-NF appreciates the work the City' of Niagra Falls has contributed
to date. At this time, I'm requesting the City of Niagara Falls fund the
additional 50% in the. 2003 fiscal year. I would like to have the opportunity
to present this request to the Corporate Services Committee. I look forward
to speaking with you to ~onfinn a presentation date. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Donna Dalgleish
Coordinator,
Ontario Early Years Centre-Niagm Falls
2999 Dorchester Rd.
Niagara Falls, ON
L2J 2Z9
905-357-2398
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Bob Bolibruk, City of Niagara Falls, Parks and Rec. Dept.
Dominec Maniccia, NCDSB, Plant Operations
Corporate Services Department
Finance Division
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Fax: (905) 356-2016
E-mail: kburden@cibJ.niagarafalls.on,ca
August 12, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
F-2002-47
Kenneth E. Burden
Director of Finance
Members:
Re: F-2002-47 - 2003 Budget
RECOMMENDATION:
1. That the Community Services Committee approve the revised 2003 schedule for budget
preparation.
BACKGROUND:
The 2003 schedule for budget preparations was first presented last January and stretched the budget
deliberation period from August 2002 to March 2003. The Committee may recall that this extended
period caused some concern due to the length of the process. Staff is recommending the attached
revised schedule to conclude the budget deliberations by December of this year. The Committee's
acceptance of this recommendation would be appreciated.
Recommended by:
K.E. Burden
Director of Finance
Approved by:
Executive Director of Corporate Services
Respectfully submitted:
~acDonald
· Chief Administrative Officer
2003 SCHEDULE
GENERAL PURPOSES BUDGET
CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET
MUNICIPAL UTILITY BUDGET
August 12, 2002 Report on Direction and Schedules
August 30, 2002 Status of 2002 Capital Projects; Divisional requests for Capital Projects
2003-2007
September 25, 2002 Staff review of Capital Construction Budget
October 4, 2002 General Purposes Budgets to Finance Division ("Q" Drive with Detail)
October 7, 2002 Corporate Services Committee - Capital Construction and Municipal Utility
Budget Discussion
October 16, 2002 Staff Review - All Budgets
October 21-25, 2002 CAO Review - Ail Budgets
October 28, 2002 Deputations: Corporate Services Committee - Recreation Commission, Arts
& Culture Commission, Project Share; General Purposes Budget Discussion
November 6, 2002 Staff Review - Ail Budgets
November 18, 2002 Deputations: Corporate Services Committee - GNGH Foundation, Humane
Society, Board of Museums, United Way Review
November25,2002 Deputations: Corporate Services Committee-NiagaraTransit, Niagara Falls
Public Library, Niagara Falls Tourism
December 4, 2002 Information Session - DepartmenfJDivision Presentations
December 9, 2002 Corporate Services Committee Approval of NI Budgets
January 2003 Council Approval of Bylaws for Water and Sewage Rates
May 2003 Council Approval of Bylaws for Tax Rates for Region, School Boards,
Municipality
Niagara Falls JJ~l~
Corporate Services Department
Finance Division
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2016
E-mail: kburden@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
F-2002-48
Ken Burden
Director
August 12, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: F-2002-48 - Major Receivables Quarterly Report
RECOMMENDATION:
For the information of the Community Services Committee.
BACKGROUND:
The following is a quarterly report of Tax, Utility and Sundry Receivables to June 30, 2002.
Tax Balances
Current Taxes 2002 2001
Pementage Collected 44% 92%
Levy to Date $ 44,185,610. $ 48,186,747.
Collections $19,305,524. $ 44,137,587.
Balance $ 24,880,086. $ 4,049,160.
Tax Arrears 2002 2001
Percemage Collected 43% 39%
Opening Balance $14,655,133. $10,359,000.
Collections $ 6,275,929. $ 3,997,280.
Balance $ 8,379,204. $ 6,361,720.
Total Unpaid Taxes
$ 33,259,290.
$10,410,880.
The total unpaid tax difference from 2001 to 2002 is reflective to the fact that in 2001 we did not bill
the final Residential taxes until July 2001 due to the standardization of the tax bill as set out in
Ontario Regulations. In 2002 we were able to bill the Residential as per our regular billing date of
June of the current year. The Commercial, Industrial and Multi Residential Classes have not been
levied for the final tax bill for year 2002 due to capping provisions in Bill 140.
August 12, 2002 - 2- F-2002-48
Water Arrears 2002
Cra-rent Billing $123,307.
Arrears $192,571.
Total $ 315,878.
Staffcontinues to work in collaboration with Niagara Falls Hydro on the transfer of water billing to
Niagara Fails Hydro. The mounts listed above do not reflect any water billings conducted by
Niagara Falls Hydro. All water accounts except those with compound meters have been transferred
to Niagara Falls Hydro. It is anticipated that the remainder of these accounts will be transferred to
Hydro for billing by the end of 2002. Water accounts in arrears without suitable arrangements will
be transferred to the tax account.
Sundry Receivables
2002 2001
Accounts Receivable
$ 433,025. $ 203,039.
Unpaid accounts are being actively pursued by staff. Delinquent accounts are charged 1-1/4 %
interest per month.
Prepared by:
L. Antonio
Coordinator of Tax, Utilities,
and Other Receivables
Approved by:
T. Ravenda
Executive Director of Corporate Senfices
Recommended by:
K.E. Burden
Director of Finance
H:\WPFI~mmi~.~F-200248 - Major RIw~ivabl~. wlxl
Respectfully submitted by:
dministrative Officer
The City of
Niagara Falls JJ~,~l~
Corporate Services Department
Finance Division
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
web site: www.city.niagarafalls,on.ca
Tel: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2016
E-mail: kburdeni~city.niaga rafalls.on.ca
F-2002-49
Kenneth E. Burden
Director of Finance
August 12, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chair
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: F-2002-49 - Municipal Accounts
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Community Services Committee approve the municipal accounts totalling $4,375,483.47
for the period ending August 12, 2002.
BACKGROUND:
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:
K.E. Burden
Director of Finance
Respectfiflly submitted:
~~ f~A{~inMsstrdative Officer
Approved by:
L~T. Ravenda
Executive Director of Corporate Services
KEB:jd
Working Together to Serve Our Community
Clerk's * Finance · Human Resources * Information Systems · Legal · Planning & Development
CITY OF NIAGARA FA?.?.S
BY-LAWNO. 2002-
A by-law to authorize the payment of $4,375,483.47 for General Pu=poses.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FAT~.S EN~TS AS FOLLOWS:
That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to pay the
following disbursements for the period ending August 12, 2002.
CHEQUE
NUMBER PAY TO THE O~DER OF A~K)UNT PURPOSE
269248
269353
269070
269355
269222
269507
269312
269426
269032
269038
269500
269233
269089
269365
269536
269369
269533
269395
269551
269505
269464
269106
269131
269495
269352
269072
269516
269359
269326
269183
269367
269405
269091
269224
269107
269509
269531
269542
269413
269377
269545
269226
269073
269080
269358
1238956 ONTARIO INC 35,
2 GUY'S GLASS INC 1,
407 ETR - EXPRESS TOLL ROUTE
407 ETR - EXPRESS TOLL ROUTE
407 ETR - EXPRESS TOLL ROUTE
407 ETR - EXPRESS TOLL ROUTE
788893 ONTARIO LIMITED 60,
942352 ONTARIO LIMITED
942352 ONTARIO LTD
396 02
042 82
75 73
50 78
5 49
35 11
212 04
924 46
305 86
A.J. SLINGER SERVICE 856.00
ABC RECREATION LTD 1,115.50
ABSOLUTE COMMUNICATION 535.00
ACA ENGINEERING SERVICES 321.00
ACTION CORPORATION 2,057.75
ADEPT WINDOW CLEANING LTD 3,081.60
ADT SECURITY SERVICES 83.59
ADVANCE TOWING 524.30
AFFILIATED CUSTOMS BROKERS LTD 160.72
AIR LIQUIDE CANADA INC 211.20
AIR CARE SERVICES 7,574.03
ALBANESE LORI 66.51
ALFANO ALFREDO 1,500.00
ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION 9,749.16
ALISON'S SPORTS & AWARDS 115.00
ALISON'S SPORTS & AWARDS 2,140.84
ALKARON METALS INC 1,058.00
ALL STAR FIRE PROTECTION INC 567.70
ALL STAR FIRE PROTECTION INC 578.43
ALL GREEN IRRIGATION 536.07
ALL GREEN IRRIGATION 81.32
ALTERNATE SOLUTIONS INC 541.85
ANIXTER CANADA INC. 3,571.50
ANNEX PUB & PRINTING INC 2,082.72
ANTONIO CHUCK 15.56
AQUARIUS SALON 750.00
ARAMARK REFRESHMENT SERVICES 69.50
ASSOCATION OF ONTARIO 64.20
AYLESWORTH THOMPSON PHELAN 2,500.00
B&B LIFT TRUCK SERVICES
BABEL PAULA
BALDINELLI JOE
BANK OF NOVA SCOTIA
BANK OF NOVA SCOTIA
BANK OF MONTREAL
BANK OF MONTREAL
1,702.12
110.00
750.00
555.10
1,411.65
110.76
352.55
CONSULTING SERVICES-COMM. SER
GLASS REPLACEMENT-ARENAS
MILEAGE-FIRE
MILEAGE-VARIOUS
MILEAGE-VARIOUS
MILEAGE-VARIOUS
CRACK SEALING-MUN WORKS
SAFETY SUPPLIES-STORES
SAFETY SUPPLIES-STORES
EQUIPMENT RENTAL-PARKS/REC
EQUIPMENT-PARKS/REC
NEWSLETTER-BUS DEVEL
CONSULTING FEE-PARKS/REC
COMPUTER SERVICE-INFO SYSTEMS
CLEANING SERVICE-VARIOUS
SECURITY-CITY HALL
TOWING-VARIOUS
BROKERAGE-VARIOUS
OXYGEN CYLINDERS-ARENAS
BUILDING MAINTENANCE-ARENAS
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
SERVICE & LOT GRADING DEP-REFUND
SANITARY SEWER REPAIR-MUN WORK
PLAQUES-PARKS & REC
PLAQUES-MAYOR'S
RECYCLE CONTAINERS-PARKS & REC
FIRE INSPECTION-VARIOUS
FIRE INSPECTION-VARIOUS
EQUIPMENT-PARKS/REC
SERVICE CALL-PARKS/REC
EQUIPMENT SERVICING-MUN WORKS
WIRE-STORES
BOOK PURCHASE-FIRE
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
OFFICE SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
FEES-MUN WORKS
SETTLEMENT FUNDS-LEGAL
EQUIPMENT REPAIRS-ARENAS
REIMBURSEMENT-BUS DEVEL
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
NORTHEAST REGION-FIRE
U.S. DRAFT-BOOK PURCHASE-FIRE
REFUND PAYMENTS-FINANCE
REFUND PAYMENTS-FINANCE
Page I of 10
269213
269242
269250
269370
269095
269396
269274
269285
268957
269232
269240
269123
269314
269124
269541
269478
269348
269275
269219
269206
269066
269502
269083
269284
269255
269122
269383
269343
269486
269210
269372
269523
269279
268969
269132
269463
269380
269398
269496
269217
269061
268978
269406
269459
268979
269138
269211
269487
269220
269517
269099
269374
269378
269375
268968
269490
269214
269347
269342
269506
269069
BARCLAY & TODD'S
BARON ROOFING & SIDING LTD
BAUER SYSTEMS INC
BCE EMERGIS-AIBN
BELAIR RECREATIONAL
BELL CANADA
BELL CANADA
BELL CANADA
BELL CANADA
BELL CANADA
BELL CANADA
BELL CANADA
BELL MOBILITY
BEN BERG FARM & IND EQUIP LTD
BENNETT JILL
BHAN, ARON
BICKLE MAIN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY
BIGGARS KEY SHOP
BILL BRADY SALES
BOLIBRUCK BOB
BOUW, JOHN
BOUW, JOHN
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF NIAGARA
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF NIAGARA
BRAY JANE
BRINKS CANADA LTD
BUDZEN JAN
BUNTIN REID
BUNTIN REID
BUNTIN REID
BURKE PATRICK R
BURN JAMES
C.R.L. CAMPBELL CONSTRUCTION
C.R.L. CAMPBELL CONSTRUCTION
C.R.L. CAMPBELL CONSTRUCTION
C&S CONSTRUCTION CO
CANADA TRUST COMPANY
CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR
CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM
CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM
CANADIAN LINEN & UNIFORM
CANADIAN NATIONAL
CANADIAN ROADWAY PRODUCTS
CANTEC SECURITY SERVICES INC.
CARSWELL
CARSWELL
CASHWAY BUILDING CENTRES
CASHWAY BUILDING CENTRES
CELLULAR CONCEPTS
CENTRAL TOWING SERVICES
CENTURY VALLEN
CENTURY VALLEN
CENTURY SALES & SERVICE LTD
CERIDIAN LIFEWORKS SERVICES
CHAMBERS WATER HAULAGE INC.
CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD.
CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD.
CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD.
CHIECA, D.
CIBC TELEPHONE PAYMENTS
CIBC TELEPHONE PAYMENTS
89.03
30,137.08
1,584.70
235.08
13,996.97
1,520.47
1,917.85
277.03
680.49
57.50
3,073.50
6,525.18
2,735.59
2,904.32
97.25
125.00
937.25
20.18
120.40
458.00
150.00
985.00
1,784.70
15,991.67
750.00
785.79
750.00
2,064.66
233.29
49.98
171.77
653.40
5,960.76
3,334.12
6,001.42
909.50
4,578.40
1,380.40
187.35
89.79
21.00
3,167.61
9,366.75
535.00
110.94
205.98
175.93
401.04
80.38
32.10
548.92
138.00
15,032.26
2,228.38
35 00
87 56
1,288 63
1,024 72
100 00
179 30
673 47
OFFICE SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
BUILDING RENOVATIONS-ARENAS
COMPUTER EQUIPMENT-VARIOUS
INTERNET USAGE-VARIOUS
EQUIPMENT-PARKS/REC
TELEPHONE CHARGES-VARIOUS
TELEPHONE CHARGES-VARIOUS
TELEPHONE CHARGES-VARIOUS
TELEPHONE CHARGES-VARIOUS
TELEPHONE CHARGES-VARIOUS
RELOCATE SERVICES-MUN WORKS
TELEPHONE CHARGES-VARIOUS
CELLULAR CHARGES-VARIOUS
AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLIES-STORES
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
LIVESTOCK CLAIM-CLERKS
EQUIPMENT-SEWERS
KEYS-VARIOUS
SUPPLIES-FIRE
REPLENISH PETTY CASH-PARKS/REC
LIVESTOCK CLAIM
LIVESTOCK CLAIM-CLERKS
FACILITY RENTALS-SENIOR'S CENTRE
GRANT ALLOWANCE-AUG/2002
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
SECURITY-FINANCE
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
OFFICE SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
OFFICE SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
OFFICE SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
REPLENISH PETTY CASH-FIRE
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
EQUIPMENT RENTAL-MUN WORKS
EQUIPMENT RENTAL-MUN WORKS
EQUIPMENT RENTALS-MUN WORKS
SEWER REPAIR-MUN WORKS
TAX REFUND-FINANCE
REPAIRS-ARENAS
SAFETY MATS-VARIOUS
SAFETY MATS-VARIOUS
SAFETY MATS-VARIOUS
RAILWAY CROSSINGS-VARIOUS
SIGN POSTS-PARK/TRAFFIC
SECURITY SERVICE-PARKS/REC
BOOK PURCHASE-FIRE
BOOK PURCHASE-LEGAL
BUILDING SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
BUILDING SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
CELLUI2~R EQUIPMENT-VARIOUS
TOWING-VARIOUS
EQUIPMENT-FIRE
SAFETY SUPPLIES-STORES
EQUIPMENT-FIRE
CONTRACT SERVICE-H R
WATER PURCHASE-FIRE
HARDWARE-STORES
HARDWARE-STORES
HARDWARE-STORES
REIMBURSEMENT FOR SAFETY SHOES
REFUND PAYMENTS-FINANCE
REFUND PAYMENTS-FINANCE
Page 2 of 10
269221
269354
269092
269525
269087
269361
269265
269382
269165
269504
269068
269086
269236
269521
269539
269366
269062
269368
269064
269115
269515
269079
269230
269357
269379
269534
269527
269522
269088
269237
269363
268959
269518
269081
269108
269535
269120
269553
269392
269271
269249
269498
269514
269127
268960
269321
269180
269067
269399
269471
269254
269376
268970
269093
269526
269400
269075
269112
269253
269133
269094
CIBC TELEPHONE PAYMENTS
CIBC TELEPHONE PAYMENTS
CIT FINANCIAL LTD
CIT FINANCIAL LTD
CITICORP VENDOR FINANCE LTD
CITICORP VENDOR FINANCE LTD
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
CITY OF LONDON
CITY TREASURER
CLASS A FIRE & RESCUE
CLASS A FIRE & RESCUE
COGECO CABLE CANADA INC
COGECO CABLE CANADA INC
COGECO CABLE CANADA INC
COLET LABEL GRAPHIX
COLLEE DOUG
COLOR YOUR WORLD
COMMERCIAL CLEANING SERVICES
COMPRESSOR SYSTEMS INT
CONSULATE VENTURES INC
COPYMAN PRINT SHOP
COPYMAN PRINT SHOP
COPYMAN PRINT SHOP
COPYMAN PRINT SHOP
CORFIELD ELECTRIC LTD
CORFIELD ELECTRIC LTD
COSTELLO BRIAN
COTTON INC
COTTON INC
COTTON INC
COTTON INC
CRAMARO TARPAULIN SYSTEMS
CRAWFORD ADJUSTERS CANADA
CRAWFORD ADJUSTERS CANADA
CRISIS PREVENTION INSTITUTE
CTA-CENTRAL USERS GROUP
CUPE LOCAL 133
CUPE LOCAL 133
CUPE LOCAL 133
CUPE LOCAL 133
D'ALIMONTE JOE
DARCH FIRE
DARRALL, BOB
DAVEY TREE EXPERT CO.
DAVEY TREE EXPERT CO.
DAVID SCHRAM & ASSOCIATES
DAVID SCHRAM & ASSOCIATES
DAVIS, BILL
DAY-TIMERS OF CANADA LTD
DE LA RUE CASH SYSTEMS INC
DEBERNARDI ART & JUDY
DEGIORGIO KAREN
DELCAN CORPORATION
DELLCOMPUTER CORPORATION
DELL COMPUTER CORPORATION
DEMOL'S TIRE SALES & SERVICE
DESIGN ELECTRONICS
DI LIBERO NICOLA
DICARLO JOSEPH
DIRECT EQUIPMENT LTD.
DIRECT IT CANADA INC
586.20
985.54
1,052.25
341.87
11,012.40
362.25
22,574 64
1,005 00
288 64
451 72
2,923 07
262 00
30 41
213 90
66.13
45.00
167.46
1,463.50
915.95
141,018.00
27.60
55.20
386.40
27.60
308.16
842.85
173.10
1,086.75
1,655.14
1,025.23
455.11
983.25
1,311.00
522.50
1,090.00
250.00
2,439.30
2,502.20
3,909.89
2,480.43
350 00
482 14
113 59
8,515 06
235 40
8,140 67
6,832 09
428 00
31 18
246.98
750.00
1,500.00
1,460.55
22,690.71
25,819.28
4,325.66
253.01
409.41
750.00
816.50
14,638.94
Page 3 of 10
REFUND PAYMENTS-FINANCE
PAYMENT REFUND-FINANCE
PHOTOCOPIER LEASE-VARIOUS
LEASE-ARENAS
PHOTOCOPIER LEASE-VARIOUS
COPIER LEASE-VARIOUS
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
REFUND TAX PAYMENTS-FINANCE
REPLENISH PETTY CASH-FINANCE
SAFETY EQUIPMENT-FIRE
SAFETY EQUIPMENT-FIRE
CABLE SERVICE-VARIOUS
CABLE SERVICE-VARIOUS
CABLE SERVICE-VARIOUS
SUPPLIES-WATER
RESCUE COURSE-FIRE
PAINT-VARIOUS
CLEANING SERVICE-CORONATION CENTRE
EQUIPMENT REPAIRS-FIRE
SECURITY REFUND-MUN WORKS
OFFICE SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
OFFICE SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
OFFICE SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
OFFICE SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
REPAIRS-VARIOUS
BUILDING MAINTENANCE-FIRE
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
SIDEWALKS-MUN WORKS
SIDEWALKS-MUN WORKS
SIDEWALKS-MUN WORKS
SIDEWALKS-MUN WORKS
EQUIPMENT-FIRE
INSURANCE CLAIMS-LEGAL
INSURANCE CLAIMS-LEGAL
INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION-H R
MEMBERSHIP FEES-INFO SYSTEMS
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
REIMBURSE TUITION FEES-H R
EQUIPMENT SERVICING-FIRE
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
LANDSCAPE SERVICE-VARIOUS
LAWN CARE-PARKS/REC
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES-COMM. SER
ARMOURY-PARKS/REC
GMO MEETING-H R
OFFICE SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
SUPPLIES-PARK/TRAFFIC
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
DR. RECRUITMENT RENTAL-BUS DEVEL
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES-MUN WORKS
COMPUTER EQUIPMENT-VARIOUS
NEW COMPUTERS-VARIOUS
TIRE SALES & SERVICE-VARIOUS
SECURITY SYSTEM REPAIR-CITY HALL
TAX PAYMENT REFUND-FINANCE
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
EQUIPMENT RENTAL-MUN WORKS
TRAINING-MUN WORKS
269462
269385
269384
269546
269513
269528
269362
269373
269234
269455
268971
269499
268961
269218
269063
268980
269276
269511
269125
268958
268972
269202
269519
269207
269497
269104
269538
269520
269096
269243
269407
269529
269231
269246
269501
269065
268964
269351
269060
269493
269547
269465
269432
269111
268963
269402
269136
268975
269411
269420
269259
269052
269205
269403
269537
269381
269251
269110
269241
DOERING & BROWN
DONE-RITE PAVING
DONNISON LAURIE
DRACH MICHAEL DIETER
DREW CANADA
DREW CHAPMAN CARPENTRY
DUOCOM
E S FOX LIMITED
E3 LABORATORIES
ED LEARN FORD SALES LTD
ELECTROMEGA
ELLIS ENGINEERING INC.
EMCO LIMITED DISTRIBUTION
EMCOMP CONSULTANTS INC
EMERALD
EMERGENCY CARE INSTRUCTION
ENBRIDGE
ENBRIDGE CONSUMERS GAS
ENBRIDGE
ENBRIDGE
ENGINEERING CONCEPTS NIAGARA
ERIC WIENS CONSTRUCTION LTD
ETHERINGTON DAVE
EVANGELISTI, L
EVANS REFRIGERATION
EWALD'S DELIVERY
F PETER LOWE
FAIRCHILD CONCRETE
FALLS WHOLESALE LTD
FALLS WHOLESALE LTD
FALLS ELECTRIC INC
FALLS WHOLESALE LTD
FENCAST INDUSTRIES LTD
FINE GRADE CONSTRUCTION LTD
FIRESERVICE MANAGEMENT LTD
FIRESERVICEMANAGEMENT LTD
FIRST NIAGARA INSURANCE
FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD
FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD
FLEXO PRODUCTS LTD
FOOD ROLL SALES (NIAGARA) LTD
FRANCOTYP-POSTALIA TELESET
FRANK J. ZAMBONI & CO; LTD.
FRANK'S BAR & CAFE INC
FRONTIER EQUIPMENT CO. LTD.
FRONTIER EQUIPMENT CO. LTD.
G.T. FRENCH PAPER LIMITED
G.T. FRENCH PAPER LIMITED
G.T. FRENCH PAPER LIMITED
G&K SERVICES CANADA INC
GABRIELE'S CUSTOM CATERING
GALE~S GAS BARS LTD
GALE'S GAS BARS LTD
GALT KNIFE CO LTD
GAME EMILY
GAUTHIER ASHLEY
GERRIE ELECTRIC WHOLESALE LTD
GERRIE ELECTRIC WHOLESALE LTD
GIBBS GERALD
241.82
20.00
214.90
750.00
276.86
799.96
3,116.50
350.32
1,005.91
297.53
8,659.50
1,626.40
172.08
6,265.92
193 05
1,605 00
49 12
289 82
867 09
155 41
620 87
65 00
96 47
100 00
4,462 73
224 70
3,360.00
5,216.25
594.03
360.77
6,056.64
412.13
206.71
18,965.02
44.61
134.71
11,924.28
629.05
181.13
836.91
500.00
21,408.50
809.17
190.70
153.98
253.34
26.77
2,082.67
3,692.19
69.46
218.75
594.11
429.20
96.60
560.00
45.00
480.24
1,086.75
45.00
Page 4 of 10
MAILING SUPPLIES-CLERKS
SEWER PERMIT FEE REFUND
REFUND TAX PAYMENT-FINANCE
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
WATER TREATMENT-ARENAS
BUILDING REPAIRS-VARIOUS
EQUIPMENT-FIRE
TAX REFUND-FINANCE
TESTING-MUN WORKS
AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLIES-STORES
SOFTWARE-PARK/TRAFFIC
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES-MUN WORKS
PLUMBING SUPPLIES-STORES
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES-H R
METER REMOVAL-WATER
FIRST AID TRAINING-H R
NATURAL GAS CHARGES-VARIOUS
CONSTRUCTION-MUN WORKS
NATURAL GAS CHARGES-VARIOUS
NATURAL GAS CHARGES-VARIOUS
ENGINEERING SERVICES-PARKS/REC
SEWER PERMIT FEE
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
REIMBURSEMENT FOR SAFETY SHOES
PLUMBING SUPPLIES-WATER
DELIVERY CHARGES-PARKS/REC
CONSULTING FEE-FINANCE
CONSTRUCTION-PARK & TRAFFIC
CONCESSION SUPPLIES-ARENAS
CONCESSION SUPPLIES-ARENAS
BUILDING REPAIRS-POOLS
CONCESSION SUPPLIES-ARENAS
SUPPLIES-PARKS/REC
WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT-MUN WORK
CLOTHING REPAIRS-FIRE
SUPPLIES-FIRE
INSURANCE-VARIOUS
JANITORIAL SUPPLIES-STORES
JANITORIAL SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
JANITORIAL SUPPLIES-FIRE
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
POSTAGE-CLERKS
ZAMBONI PARTS-ARENAS
WATER REFUND-FINANCE
EQUIPMENT REPAIRS-FIRE
EQUIPMENT REPAIRS-FIRE
JANITORIAL SUPPLIES-STORES
JANITORIAL SUPPLIES-STORES
JANITORIAL SUPPLIES-STORES
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING-PRINT SHOP
CATERING-CITY COUNCIL
GAS PURCHASE-FIRE
GAS PURCHASE-FIRE
ICE MAINTENANCE-ARENAS
BUILDING MAINTENANCE-MUSEUMS
FUNDING-PARKS/REC
ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES-STORES
ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES-STORES
FUNDING-PARKS/REC
269077
269278
268965
269129
269257
269341
269053
268976
269128
269277
269401
268962
269263
269510
269074
269492
269350
269059
269258
269544
269109
269130
269404
268966
269134
269548
269329
269483
269282
268973
269543
269100
269264
269512
269076
269252
269408
269281
269330
269163
269105
269101
269427
269098
268999
268992
269532
269154
269006
269161
269001
269422
269295
269445
269149
269470
269313
269467
GIURA BROTHERS
GLADDING SALES AGENCY LTD
GLADDING SALES AGENCY LTD
GLADDING SALES AGENCY LTD
GOLDENACRE PROPERTIES
GOOD, DOUGLAS
GOOD, DOUGLAS
GRAFTON UTILITY SUPPLY LTD.
GRAYBAR ELECTRIC LTD
GRAYBAR ELECTRIC LTD
GRAYBAR ELECTRIC LTD
GRAYBAR ELECTRIC LTD
GREATER NIAGARA GENERAL
GRINNELL FIRE PROTECTION
GRINNELL FIRE PROTECTION
GUILLEVIN INTERNATIONAL INC
GUILLEVIN INTERNATIONAL INC
GUILLEVIN INTERNATIONAL INC
HALF-WAY SAND PIT LIMITED
HAMDANI DRYCLEANERS LTD
HARKES INDUSTRIES INC
HECO
HECO
HECO
HENDERSON RECREATION
HENDRY TIM
HICKEY, NEAL
HICKEY NEAL
HILL-BOLES LTD
HILL-BOLES LTD
HMO LIMITED
HUBER LARRY
HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT
HUMMELL HAROLD
HUMMELL HAROLD
HUMPHREY JENNILYN
HY-GRADE PRECAST CONCRETE
HY-GRADE PRECAST CONCRETE
IKON DOCUMENT SERVICES 8009
INFORMATION NIAGARA
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
INTERNATIONAL BINDING &
INTERNATIONAL SEW RIGHT CO;
IORFIDA DEAN
ISECO INDUSTRIAL SAFETY EQUIP
J P HAMMILL & SON LTD
JACKSON DAVE
JAMES G AP~MOUR & CO LTD
JET ICE LIMITED
K N M NURSERIES
K N M NURSERIES
KAN-DU POOLS LTD.
KAN-DU POOLS LTD.
KATCH QUALITY COMMUNICATIONS
KEN WARDEN CONSTRUCTION LTD
KON, ADELE
KONE INC.
KUCHYT, TOM
1,048.60
5,263.68
1,035.42
75.01
750.00
253.50
299.00
937.02
42.17
332.78
247.17
55.08
85.40
333.74
87.69
450.98
5,233.96
266.19
2,518.50
9.74
192.65
471.94
75.97
1,362.15
6,461.11
750.00
68.99
110.50
1,537.01
822.20
12,733.00
650.00
409.06
185.94
130.70
125.00
1,035.00
1,063.75
13,863 77
37 45
446 19
1,636 03
924 61
119 06
839 49
3,506.03
129.54
3,415.50
2,084.25
2,044.70
20,791.86
15,946.36
7,441.30
402.50
385.02
204.67
2,232.63
228.19
Page S of 10
PAINTING-VARIOUS
PLUMBING SU~PLIESzSTORES
PLUMBING SUPPLIES-STORES
PLUMBING SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
MEAL ALLOWANCE-MUN WORKS
MEAL ALLOWANCE-MAY/2002
HARDWARE-STORES
ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES-STORES
ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
FIRE PROTECTION-VARIOUS
FIRE PROTECTION-FIRE
HARDWARE-FIRE
HARDWARE SUPPLIES-STORES
HARDWARE-STORES
TOPSOIL-MUN WORKS
CLEANING SERVICE-FIRE
TRAINING SUPPLIES-FIRE
BUILDING MAINTENANCE-VARIOUS
BUILDING MAINTENANCE-ARENAS
BUILDING MAINTENANCE-FIRE
EQUIPMENT-PARKS/REC
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
REIMBURSEMENT FOR SAFETY SHOES
MEAL ALLOWANCE-ARENAS
AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLIES-STORES
AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLIES-STORES
CONSULTING SERVICE-MUN WORKS
DEBRIS REMOVAL-PARKS/REC
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
MILEAGE-JUN/2002
LICENSE REFUND-CLERKS
MANHOLE COVERS-SEWERS
CONCRETE WORK-MUN WORKS
SCANNING-FINANCE
DIRECTORY LISTING-PARKS/REC
BUSINESS DIRECTORY-CLERKS
SUPPLIES-PRINT SHOP
SERVICES-FIRE
MILEAGE-MAY-JUN/2002
SAFETY BOOTS-FIRE
CLOTHING-STORES
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
PAINT-PARKS/REC
PAINTING-ARENAS
TREE PLANTING-PARKS
LANDSCAPING SERVICES-PARKS
POOL CHEMICALS
POOL SUPPLIES & MATERIALS
ANSWERING SERVICES-ENG
TOPSOIL-VARIOUS
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
CONTRACT SERVICES-VARIOUS
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
269003
269164
269441
269307
269447
269049
269423
269482
269436
269479
269193
269524
269201
268981
269169
269287
269414
269480
269188
269299
269016
269025
269315
269017
269454
269458
269009
269444
269004
269041
269475
269262
268997
268998
269170
269550
269261
269118
269388
269238
269011
268993
269297
269036
269476
268996
269301
M93363
269320
269334
269491
269349
269468.
269029
269272
M93360
269393
269554
269121
269090
I~%FARGE CANADA INC.
LAFARGE CANADA INC.
LAFARGE CANADA INC.
LAFARGE CANADA INC.
LAMB, H. A.
LESKIW, JEFF
LINDSAY PRESS
LORDLY JONES LIMITED
M.J. DUMONT ENTERPRISES LTD.
MACRAE, EILEEN
MAIURI, T.
MAKEPEACE JANICE
MALLETT, IRENE
MANPOWER ONTARIO
MARG D HINTON & ASSOC INC
MARINE CLEAN LTD.
MARINE CLEAN LTD.
MASTRANDREA, ANDY
MATREX COMPANY
MATTHEWS, CAMERON, HEYWOOD
MATTHEWS CANADA LTD
MAXILL INC.
MAXXAMANALYTICS INC.
MAXXAM ANALYTICS INC.
MAXXAMANALYTICS INC.
MCDONALD, ROB
MCGARRY PHOTO
MCRAE, MR. LEN
MCRAE, MR. LEN
MELLEN DISTRIBUTING
MERLINO, BRUNO
MINISTER OF FINANCE
MINISTER OF FINANCE
MINISTER OF FINANCE
MINISTRY OF FINANCE
MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL
MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL
MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL
MINISTRY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL
MISSISSAUGA BUSINESS TIMES
MOBILE COMMUNICATION SERVICES
MODERN LANDFILL INC
MODERN LANDFILL INC
MONTEITH PLANNING CONSULTANTS
MORIELLO, JOHN
MORTON, DALE
MORTON, DALE
MORTON, DALE
MTC LEASING INC
MUCHA, JOE MR.
NEDCO
NEDCO
NESTLE FOODSERVICE SALES
NESTLE FOOD SERVICE SALES
NF. FIRE FIGHTERS
NF. FIRE FIGHTERS
NF. FIRE FIGHTERS
NF. FIRE FIGHTERS
NF. FIRE FIGHTERS
NFPFFA
2,320.15
6,214.83
1,799.15
2,520.77
1,152.00
750.00
86.20
5,614.30
48.15
750.00
45.00
422.84
256.88
107.78
497.45
2,231.46
15,715.40
1,000.00
1,451.13
1,115.02
174.46
134.82
64.20
198.22
423 72
55 66
75 85
180 00
60 00
316 37
1,500 00
215 93
1,070 29
9,600 00
39,899.27
1,430.59
1,456.71
1,428.20
1,459.10
619.26
136.85
1,672.26
1,375.52
6,632.99
750.00
63.41
438.57
349.00
277.87
1,000.00
5,114.05
258.75
96.60
276.60
2,631.00
2,631.00
2,631.00
2,631.00
2,631.00
68.00
Page 6 of 10
GRANULAR "A" STONE
GRANULAR "A" STONE
GRANULAR "A" STONE
GRANULAR "A" STONE
MEDICAL SERVICE PLAN PREMIUM-H R
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
OFFICE SUPPLIES-PLANNING
NEW FURNITURE-CITY HALL
PHONE LINE REPAIRS-VARIOUS
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
FIRE COURSE-FIRE
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
TAX O/P REFUND
TEMPORARY MANPOWER-H R
TITLE SEARCH FEE-LEGAL
CONTRACT SERVICES-STREETS
CONTRACT SERVICES-STREETS
LOT GRADING DEPOSIT REFUND
COLD PATCH ASPHALT
SURVEYING SERVICES-LEGAL
BRONZE PLAQUE-FAIRVIEW
PROTECTIVE WEAR-FIRE
WATER ANALYSIS-WATER
WATER ANALYSIS-WATER
WATER ANALYSIS-MUN WORKS
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
FILMS-FIRE
LIVESTOCK CLAIM
LIVESTOCK CLAIM
CONCESSION SUPPLIES-ARENAS
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PST REMITTANCE-ARENAS-APR-JUN/2002
MARRIAGE LICENCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCE
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
ADVERTISING-BUS DEVEL
RADIO SERVICES-FIRE
CONTRACT SERVICES-VARIOUS
CONTRACT SERVICES-VARIOUS
CONSULTING SERVICES-PLANNING
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
MILEAGE-JUN/2002
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
REIMBURSEMENT
TELEPHONE SYSTEM-ARENAS
DR. RECRUITMENT RENTAL-BUS DEVEL
ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES-CITY
ELECTRICAL PARTS-ARENAS
CONCESSION SUPPLIES-ENG
COFFEE SUPPLIES-ENG
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
UNION DUES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
CANADA DAY
269309
269443
269031
269289
269142
268984
269176
269117
269260
269549
269387
269159
269157
269435
269302
269290
269141
268983
269283
269135
269409
269044
269045
269389
269317
269027
269229
269474
269428
269151
269452
M93362
269209
269424
269191
269333
269175
269020
269194
269340
269010
269203
269048
269204
269050
269200
269345
269212
269056
269356
269071
269291
269143
269043
269158
269416
269024
268991
269039
269002
NIAGARA.COM
NIAGARA.COM
NIAGARA ANALYTICAL
NIAGARA BATTERY AND TIRE
NIAGARA BLOCK INC
NIAGARA BLOCK INC
NIAGARA COLLEGE FOUNDATION
NIAGARA CREDIT UNION
NIAGARA CREDIT UNION
NIAGARA CREDIT UNION
NIAGARA CREDIT UNION
NIAGARA FALLS ATOM HOCKEY
NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIETY
NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIETY
NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIETY
NIAGARA FALLS HYDRO
NIAGARA FALLS HYDRO
NIAGARA FALLS HYDRO
NIAGARA FALLS HYDRO ELECTRIC
NIAGARA FALLS HYDRO ELECTRIC
NIAGARA FALLS HYDRO ELECTRIC
NIAGARA FALLS OPTIMIST
NIAGARA FALLS OPTIMIST
NIAGARA FALLS PROFESSIONAL
NIAGARA FALLS TOURISM
NIAGARA HEALTH SYSTEM
NIAGARA NEWSFAX
NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE HYDRO INC
NIAGARA PENINSULA JANITOR SER.
NIAGARA SHOPPING NEWS
NIAGARA STAR PAINTERS
NIAGARA TRANSIT
NORM PUTTICK
NORM'S SERVICE CENTRE
NORTHSTAR CONSTRUCITON
NORTHSTAR CONSTRUCITON
OMERS
OMERS
ONTARIO GYM & SPORTS
ONTARIO LOTTERY & GAMING
ORCHARD GROVE MOTEL LIMITED
OSTANEK'S MUSIC CENTRE
PAR CONSTRUCTION
PARALLEL PRODUCTION SERVICES
PAVLAKOVICH, JOHN
PCL CONSTRUCTORS CANADA INC.,
PEC ROOF MAINTENANCE
PEC ROOF MAINTENANCE
PEC ROOF MAINTENANCE
PENINSULA READY-MIX & SUPPLIES
PENINSULA READY-MIX & SUPPLIES
PENINSULA FENCE & LANDSCAPING
PENINSULA FENCE & LANDSCAPING
PERRI-MED
PHILIPS ENGINEERING
PINDERS LOCK AND SECURITY
PINGUE, PAUL
POINTVIEW ELECTRIC
POWER CONNECTION, THE
PRAXAIR
42.75
904.15
406.60
153.98
304.52
570.87
4,542.48
15,214.00
15,314.00
15,249.00
15,314.00
100.00
1,195.00
10,433 34
26,083 37
43,758 42
27,610 83
5,501 95
5,425 02
12,001.20
1,309.20
481.50
150.00
3,299.56
64,625.00
2,273.89
598.67
91.22
214.00
1,058.00
2,279.06
100,000.00
206.00
13.80
601.88
385.20
10,722.29
2,906.29
2,671.11
7,057.65
10,900.00
1,091.35
750.00
920.00
750 00
24,775 85
88 08
144 65
776 16
1,507 25
3,297 34
1,186 78
1,765 50
111.00
1,335.38
2,647.30
92.83
535.00
6,955.00
42.66
INTERNET SERVICES-INFO SYSTEMS
INTERNET SERVICES-~NFO SYSTEMS
SOIL SAMPLING
ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BOAT REPAIRS
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS-SEWERS
CENTRE FOR ADVANCED VISUALIZATION
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
ADVERTISEMENT-MAYOR'S
DOG TAG REMITTANCES
FUNDING INCREASE-JAN-AUG/2002
CONTRACT SERVICES-AUG/2002
ELECTRICITY CHARGES-VARIOUS
ELECTRICITY CHARGES-VARIOUS
WATER TRANSFER-FINANCE
WATER TRANSFERS-FINANCE
WATER TRANSFER-FINANCE
HYDRO PAYMENTS-FINANCE
FOOD FOR CANADA DAY
DUMPSTER RENTAL FOR CANADA DAY
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
GRANT ALLOWANCE-AUG/2002
DEFIBRILATION-APR-JUN/2002
SUBSCRIPTION-MAYOR'S
WATER REFUND
WINDOW CLEANING-LL. MUSEUM
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS-VARIOUS
PAINTING FRALICK'S TAVERN
DRAW-AUG/2002
BENEFIT REIMBURSEMENT
VACUUM CLEANER BAGS
SURVEYING SERVICES-STREETS
SURVEYING SERVICES-MUN WORKS
SUPPLEMENTARY-H R
OMERS BUY BACK
SPORTS EQUIPMENT-PARKS
SURPLUS FUNDS 1999 CONTRIBUTION
SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND
P.A. SYSTEM-FIRE
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
OGTA AWARDS-BUS DEVEL
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
WATER MAIN RELOCATION-ENG
ROOF MAINTENANCE-ARENAS
KER PARK ROOF REPAIRS
MAINT. AGREEMENT-FIRE
READY MIX CONCRETE
READY MIX CONCRETE-VARIOUS
REPAIRS-PRINCE CHARLES POOL
FLAGSTONE WALKWAY-CEMETERY
SAFETY KITS-FIRE
TRUNK STORM SEWER-STANLEY
EQUIPMENT-ARENAS
MILEAGE-JUN/2002
ELECTRICAL SERVICES-CANADA DAY
FINAL BILLING-CORPORATE SER.
CYLINDER RENTALS-FIRE
Paoe 7 of '10
269440
269323
269390
269150
269481
269198
269296
269425
269147
268990
269415
269448
269215
269216
M93361
M93359
269119
269391
269267
269552
269469
269046
269182
269460
269028
269488
268985
269324
269292
269055
269461
269344
269155
269014
269418
269298
269152
269430
269166
268994
269247
269153
269308
269116
269084
269235
269328
269419
269335
269013
269293
269144
269451
269057
269489
269484
269477
269054
269431
PRAXAIR
PRECISE PARKLINK INC
PROJECT SHARE
PROVINCIAL CONSTRUCTION
PUGLISI, SALVATORE
PUGLISI, SALVATORE
PUROLATOR COURIER
PUROLATOR COURIER
PUROLATOR COURIER
PUROLATOR COURIER
QUICK CAR WASH
725.75
2,801.68
5,708.37
10,530.51
1,000.00
600.00
123.01
44.98
120.78
235.87
207.22
R. V. ANDERSON ASSOCIATES 829.25
RACO AUTO SUPPLY LTD 109.51
RAMPART (CANADA) 265.31
RAVENDA, TONY 407.04
RECEIVER GENERAL OF CANADA 164,621.90
RECEIVER GENERAL OF CANADA 167,073.47
RECEIVER GENERAL OF CANADA 156,889.88
RECEIVER GENERAL OF CANADA 180,466.41
RECEIVER GENERAL OF CANADA 157,898.59
REECE, CARLA 303.81
REED, MR. SCOTT 100.00
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 1,200.00
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 4,520.75
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 8,894.38
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 2,003.17
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 275,915.23
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 1,350.00
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAG 1,336,465.67
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 8,679.36
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 1,100.00
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA 161.87
REGIONAL NIAGARA FIRE BUFFS 120.12
RESQTECH SYSTEMS INC. 534.46
RESURFICE CORP. 2,161.08
RIDGEMOUNT QUARRIES LIMITED 137.25
RIDGEMOUNT QUARRIES LIMITED 3,555.95
RIDGEMOUNT QUARRIES LIMITED 288.15
ROB JUDGE MEMORIAL GOLF 150.00
ROBERT YOUNG SOD FARMS LTD. 102.12
ROBERT BENEVENTO ROOFING 3,013.12
ROBERT YOUNG SOD FARMS LTD. 743.36
ROCHESTER MIDLAND LTD 834.92
ROGERS AT&T WIRELESS 272.91
RONALD C ELLENS APPRAISALS INC 1,793.00
RONALD C ELLENS APPRAISALS INC 755.75
ROYAL BANK 1,203.00
S & H MAINTENANCE
SACKS, EILEEN
SAFEDESIGN APPAREL LTD
SAFETY KLEEN CANADA INC
SAFETY KLEEN CANADA INC
SAFETY EXPRESS LTD
SALIT STEEL LIMITED
SALIT STEEL LIMITED
SCARINGI, VITO
SCARINGI, JERRY & ANTOINETTE
SCERVINO, L
SCHOOLHOUSE PRODUCTS INC
124.55
270.00
872.09
2,966.48
836.83
437.00
208.49
57.50
225.23
500.00
100.00
7,676.25
CYLINDER RENTALS-VARIOUS
DISPLAY PARKING MACHINE
GRANT ALLOWANCE-AUG/2002
SANITARY TRUNK-PHASE 2
LOT GRADING DEPOSIT REFUND
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
COURIER CHARGES-VARIOUS
COURIER CHARGES-VARIOUS
COURIER CHARGES-VARIOUS
COURIER CHARGES-VARIOUS
CAR WASHES-VARIOUS
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE-MUN WORKS
AUTOMOTIVE PARTS-STORES
FIRE EQUIPMENT PARTS
CONFERENCE-SEP/2002
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
MILEAGE-JUN-JUL/2002
CANADA DAY ENTERTAINMENT
WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT-ENG
COMMERCIAL COLLECTION-MUN WORKS
DEBENTURE PAYMENT-FINANCE
SIGN PURCHASE-PARKING
DEVELOPMENT CHARGES-BUILDING
REGIONAL CONSENT FEES-PLANNING
SEWAGE FLOW CHARGES-JUN/2002
SIGNAL CONTRACT-PARKING
APPLICATION FEE-STORM SEWER
SIGN PURCHASE-PARKING&TRAFFIC
FIRE-5004 ROBERTS ST.
FIRE EQUIPMENT SUPPLIES
ICE EQUIPMENT-ARENAS
GRANULAR "A" STONE
GRANULAR "A STONE
GRANULAR "A' STONE
GOLF TOURNAMENT-MAYOR'S
SOD-VARIOUS
BUILDING MAINTENANCE-VARIOUS
SOD-VARIOUS
CONCESSION SUPPLIES-ARENAS
CELLULAR CHARGES-VARIOUS
SERVICES-LEGAL
APPRAISAL SERVICE-LEGAL
CONTINGENCY-AUG/2002
GAS PUMP REPAIRS-SER. CENTRE
MEDICAL INS. REIMBURSEMENT
FIREFIGHTER COAT-FIRE
MOTOR OIL-STORES
MACHINERY OIL-STORES
PROTECTIVE WEAR-STORES
MATERIALS-PARKS
MATERIALS-CONSTRUCTION
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
REIMBURSEMENT FOR SAFETY SHOES
TABLES-ARENAS
I:~ge 8 of 10
269268
269270
269208
269269
269040
269197
269168
269450
269311
269021
269319
269196
269456
269339
269162
268986
269360
269015
269453
269457
269023
269346
269030
269018
269316
269173
269185
269331
269184
269186
269332
269078
269437
269364
269227
269140
269300
269410
269288
269397
269195
M93364
269442
269019
269336
269097
269179
269034
269177
269438
268967
269022
269223
269273
269007
269449
269433
269042
269472
SCOTIABANK RSP MUTUAL FUNDS
SCOTIABANK RSP
SCOTIABANK
SCOTIABANK MUTUAL FUNDS
SER EVENT SOLUTIONS
SERIANNI CONSTRUCTION LTD
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
SIEMENS BUILDING TECHNOLOGIES
SINGULAR PRODUCTIONS LIMITED
SKOVBJERG, JOHN
SMITH, DARRELL
SPETH, DEBRA
ST. JOHN AMBULANCE NIAGARA
STAMFORD HOME HARDWARE
STEPHEN HAMILTON
STOKES INTERNATIONAL
STOKES INTERNATIONAL
STREAMLINE
STREAMLINE
SUPERIOR PROPANE INC
T.C. AUTO WAREHOUSE
TALK WIRELESS INC
TALK WIRELESS INC
TANGIBLE SKILLS TRAINING
TARCZY, TARA
TARCZY, TARA
TAUNTON CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
TD CANADA TRUST
TD CANADA TRUST
TD CANADA TRUST
TECHNICAL STANDARDS & SAFETY
TELUS NATIONAL SYSTEMS INC
TELUS MOBILITY
THE REVIEW
THE PEPSI BOTTLING GROUP
THE COMMISSIONAIRES
THE REVIEW
THE CAMERA PLACE FOTO SOURCE
THOMPSON, MURRAY
THOMSON, WAYNE
TORBRAM ELECTRIC SUPPLY
TOUCHSTONE SITE CONTRACTORS
TRANS-CANADAMARINE LTD.
TRESCHAK LTD
TRI-COMMITTEE
TRI-CITY RETAIL SYSTEM
TRI-CITY CURB CUTTING
TROW CONSULTING ENGINEERS LTD
UAP/NAPA AUTO PARTS NIAGARA
UNIFORM GROUP INC., THE
UNISTRUT CENTRAL
UNITED WAY
UPPER CANADA CONSULTANTS
UPS
VALUE ADDED SYSTEMS INC
VAN LANKVELD, LEE
VAN LANk'VELD, LEE
552.00
1,110.96
102,097.37
400.00
2,587.50
10,578.55
623.13
2,170.68
548.05
983.25
622.15
750.00
278.53
500.00
840.00
241.49
328.29
111.10
69.70
339.25
218.50
249.47
1,096.75
1,232.79
45.95
1,605.00
246.00
108.00
186,758.12
590.78
611.95
639.30
160.50
728.41
1,276.46
17.55
574.88
1,475.40
7,881.27
114.88
500.00
410.14
3,036.00
1,051.28
677.95
276.00
105.00
431.25
675.63
160.50
20.11
1,071.96
22,078.85
1,374.00
401.25
41.60
4,404.50
109.31
117.48
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PAYROLL REMITTANCES
PAYROLL REMI%TANCE~
PURCHASE CARD PAYMENT-JUN/2002
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
CHAIRS-ARENAS
BUILDING ALTERATIONS-CITY
PAINT SUPPLIES-STORES
PAINT SUPPLIES-WATER
PAINT SUPPLIES-POOLS
MAINTENANCE-CITY HALL
PARADE FLOAT-PARKS & REC
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
CLAIM SETTLEMENT-LEGAL
FIRST AID COURSE-FIRE
HARDWARE SUPPLIES-FIRE
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
ACCESSORIES-FIRE
PRESENTATIONS-FIRE
UPHOLSTERY REPAIRS-GARAGE
VEHICLE REPAIRS-FIRE
PROPANE USAGE-ARENAS
TOWING CHARGES-FIRE
RADIO REPAIRS-FIRE
RADIO PARTS-VARIOUS
TRAINING COURSE-ENG
INSTRUCTOR FEES-SENIOR'S CENTRE
INSTRUCTOR FEES-JUL/2002
WATER MAIN PROTECTION
WATER REFUND PAYMENT
WATER REFUND
REFUND PAYMENTS-FINANCE
ELEVATOR INSPECTION-SR. CITIZENS
NEW EQUIPMENT-INFO SYSTEMS
CELLULAR CHARGES-VARIOUS
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS-VARIOUS
CONCESSION SUPPLIES-ARENAS
COMMISSIONAIRE SERVICES-VARIOUS
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS-VARIOUS
PHOTOGRAPHY SUPPLIES-VARIOUS
SERVICE DEPOSIT REFUND
A.M.O. MEETING-AUG/2002
LIGHTING-OPTIMIST PARK
FOUNTAIN REPAIRS-CITY HALL
ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BOAT REPAIRS
SAFETY SUPPLIES-FIRE
INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES-ENG
REPORT PROGRAMMING-PARKING
CURB CUTTINGS-VARIOUS
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES-MUN WORKS
AUTOMOTIVE PARTS-FIRE
FIRE FIGHTING APPAREL
MATERIALS-PARKING & TRAFFIC
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
CONSULTING FEE-MUN WORKS
BROKERAGE CHARGES-SER. CENTRE
COMPUTER EQUIPMENT-INFO SYSTEMS
MILEAGE-MAY-JUN/2002
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
269172
269337
269192
269421
269294
269146
268987
269303
269145
269199
269494
269338
269434
269304
269171
269148
268989
269156
269266
268988
269394
VANCOR SUPPLY
VIESELMEYER, MONTE
VISCA, SANTE
WALKER BROTHERS QUARRIES LTD.
WALKER BROTHERS QUARRIES LTD.
WALKER BROTHERS QUARRIES LTD.
WALKER BROTHERS QUARRIES LTD.
WATT, DAVID
WAYNE SAFETY INC
WEBSTER, JOHN
WESTBURNE RUDDY ONTARIO
WILSON, S.
WINGER, TERRY (CARETAKER)
WOMEN'S PLACE OF SOUTH
WRIGHT FUELS INC.
WSIB
YARNELL OVERHEAD DOOR
YMCA
YMCA
YOUNG SOD FARMS LTD.
YWCA
236.88
429.58
189.27
387.54
721.64
1,107.35
470.40
51.20
120.75
50.00
596.85
45.00
65.00
1,500.00
12,640.68
14,895.72
478.88
7,500.00
410.43
278.76
7,083.26
WATER PARTS-WATER
TAX O/P REFUND
WATER REFUND
GRANULAR "A" STONE
GRANULAR 'A" STONE
GRANULAR "A" STONE
GRANULAR "A" STONE
MILEAGE-JUL/2002
PROTECTIVE WEAR-STORES
SPEAKER HONORARIUM
ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES-STORES
WATER RESCUE COURSE-FIRE
CARETAKER WAGES-JUL/2002
GRANT ALLOWANCE-AUG/2002
FUEL-STORES
PAYMENTS TO JUL. 8/2002
DOOR REPAIRS-FIRE
GRANT ALLOWANCE-AUG/2002
PAYROLL REMITTANCES
SOD PURCHASE-VARIOUS
GRANT ALLOWANCE-AUG/2002
TOTAL
$4,375,483.47
PASSED THIS 12TM DAY OF AUGUST, 2002.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK
WAYNE TH(~w_SON, MAYOR
FIRST READING:
SECOND READING:
THIRD READING:
, 2002.
, 2002.
, 2002.
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Community Services Department
Municipal Works
The City of [i~. 4310p0 BoxQUeen1023Street
Niogoro Fells YJl~, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
CanCeler web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
~- I ~ Tel: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
Ed Dujlovic, P. Eng.
Director
MW-2001-106
August 12, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re,'
MW-2002-106 - Niagara Peninsula
Transportation Corridor Status Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that this report be received and filed.
BACKGROUND:
The following report has been prepared to update the City Council on the recent developments with
the Province's efforts to examine improved transportation opportunities through the Niagara
Peninsula and to clarify the scope and extent of the related improvements already proceeding
through the Environmental Assessment and detailed design phases.
As reported previously, the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) announced the Niagara Peninsula
Transportation Needs Assessment initiative in June 2001, and has engaged a team of consultants to
identify transportation needs over a thirty-year planning horizon.
The first step in the process involved the collection of travel demand forecasts and an evaluation of
the performance of existing routes particularly as it pertains to trade and tourism. This first
document entitled "Niagara Peninsula Transportation Needs Assessment Study" (NPTNAS)
acknowledges the work done by Regional and local Municipalities and effectively synthesized a
number of key documents including;
· Trans. focus 2021 - A Strategic Transportation Plan for the Niagara - Lake Erie Area
· Highway 420 Extension
· Niagara Frontier Intemational Gateway Study
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· Niagara Escapement Crossing Study
· Niagara Regional Transportation Strategy; and
· Niagara Falls Transportation Master Plan
The NPTNAS has resulted in the development of a Transportation Development Strategy, which is
intended to support efforts to sustain the local economy, build strong communities and promote a
healthy environment.
One of these strategies is to examine the relative merits of establishing a Mid-Peninsula Corridor
(MPC) in conjunction with the strategic upgrading of the QEW from Niagara Falls to Highway
403. While much has been reported and speculated about the role of the MPC and its objective to
reduce development pressures on prime agricultural land in Niagara (especially below the
escapement), it is important to note that the MPC is intended to complement the widening of the
QEW though Niagara and not replace it.
The preservation of agricultural lands is an exercise requiring extensive environmental and economic
impact studies and should not be confused with the Provincial initiative to efficiently move goods
and accommodate tourism in the Niagara Peninsula.
Municipal Works staff is supportive of the efforts put forward by the MTO and their study teams to
date having received the assurances that the process set out to deal with this matter well provide due
consideration for the sensitive issues affecting the City of Niagara.
The next step in the project involves a Public Workshop (October 2002) which will allow the
Ministry of Transportation to finalize the Needs Assessment confirm the study area and review
comments received at three Public Information Centres held this summer.
Staff will continue to report the status of the project at key milestones in the process.
Manager of Development
^pp
Director of Municipal Works
Respectfully Submitted by:
~Administrative Officer
S:\REPORTSX2002 Reports~vlW-2002-106 - Niagara Peninsula Transportation Corfidor.wpd
The City of
Niagara Fallsl
Canada
Community Services Department
Municipal Works
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: bdarrall@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Ed Dujlovic, P. Eng.
Director
MW-2002-104
File 2002-118-02
August 12, 2002
Alderman Victor Pictrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re:
RECOMMENDATION:
MW-2002-104
Contract 2002-118-02
Victoria Avenue, Simcoe Street and Bellvue Street
WatermainReplacement
It is recommended that the unit prices submitted by the low tenderer, Alfidome Construction
Limited, be accepted.
BACKGROUND:
The Tender Opening Committee, in the presence of the City Clerk, Mr. Dean Iorfida, opened
tenders on Thursday, August 8, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. for the above noted contract.
Tender documents were picked up by six (6) Contractors and three (3) bids were received.
Listed below is a summary of the totalled tendered prices, excluding CST, received from the
three (3) Contractors, together with the corrected bids *.
1. Alfidome Construction Ltd.
2. DeRose Bros. Gen. Contracting
3. Provincial Construction Ltd.
( Niagara Falls )
( Thorold )
( Niagara Falls)
*$560,888.00 ($561,028.00)
$660,365.36
$668,828.61
The lowest tender was received from Alfidome Construction Ltd. in the amount of $560,888.00.
This Contractor has previously performed similar type projects for the City. We are therefore, of
the opinion, that this Contractor is capable of successfully undertaking this project.
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Financing:
The Engineer's estimate for this contract was $500,000.00.
Project Costs:
Awarded Contract
MOE application
Net G.S.T. 3%
Funding:
$560,888.00
$ 1,200.00
$ 16,826.64
TOTAL $578,914.64
2002 Capital Construction Program
Watermain Replacement Program
$578,914.64
This project is scheduled to commence on September 9, 2002. All works are to be completed
within 45 working days.
Council's concurrence with the recommendation made would be appreciated.
Prepared by:
Proj ec~M~nager
Director of Municipal Works
Respec;~y:
~~o~~, ChiefAadcmD?r~;ltrdative Officer
Co
Community Services Department
Municipal Works
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on,ca
Tel: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: bdarrall@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Ed Dujlovic, P. Eng.
Director
MW-2002-105
File 2002-122-02
August 12, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re:
RECOMMENDATION:
MW-2002-105
Contract 2002-122-02
Montrose Road and Kalar Road Watermain
It is recommended that the unit prices submitted by the low tenderer, Volsci Construction Co.
Inc., be accepted subject to the approval of cost sharing agreements with each benefiting property
owner.
BACKGROUND:
The Tender Opening Committee, in the presence of the City Clerk, Mr. Dean Iorfida, opened
tenders on Wednesday, August 7, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. for the above noted contract.
Tender documents were picked up by eight (8) Contractors and six (6) bids were received.
Listed below is a summary of the totalled tendered prices, excluding GST, received from the
eight (8) Contractors, together with the corrected bids *.
1. Volsci Construction Co. Inc.
2. Demar Construction
3. Alfidome Construction Ltd.
4. DeRose Bros. Gen. Contracting
5. Provincial Construction Ltd.
6. Fine Grade Construction Ltd.
( Niagara Falls )
( Niagara Falls )
( Niagara Falls )
( Thorold )
( Niagara Falls)
( Niagara Falls )
$290,617.45
*$294,159.00 ($294,139.00)
$295,243.00
*$299,256.65 ($299,304.65)
*$305,858.50 ($305,758.50)
$309,257.50
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The lowest tender was received from Volsci Construction Co. Inc. in the amount of $290,617.45.
This Contractor has previously performed similar type projects for the City. We are therefore, of
the opinion, that this Contractor is capable of successfully undertaking this project.
Financing:
The Engineer's estimate for this contract was $300,000.00.
Project Costs:
Awarded Contract
MOE application
Net G.S.T. 3%
$290,617.45
$ 1,100.00
$ 8,718.52
TOTAL $300,435.97
Funding:
Cost Sharing Agreements with
each benefiting property owner
$300,435.97
The attached report MW-2002-89 authorized the preparation of cost sharing agreements with
each benefiting property owner.
This project is scheduled to commence on August 26, 2002. All works are to be completed
within 25 working days.
Committee's concurrence with the recommendation made would be appreciated.
Prepared by:
Bob D~
Project Manager
Approved by:.-,
Director of Municipal Works
Niagara Foils
Community Services Department
Municipal Works
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
Ed Dujlovic, P. Eng.
Director
MW-2001-108
August 12, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2002-108 - Main Street Closure
Environmental Assessment Update
RECOMMENDATION: .,- --.- .-,- *-, _~- -,,,,~',,2x,~sV~'uJ ;",~ ~,,'~e,~s.s
That the City of Niagara Falls pr-oceeds with the filing of the Environmental Assessment for the
Main Street Closure.
BACKGROUND:
On August 1, 2002, Council invited the Main Street BIA to the Community Services Committee
meeting to hear their concerns with respect to the Main Street Closure Environmental Assessment.
Staff has prepared this report to supply additional infom~ation to aid Committee in their
deliberations.
Staff has no record of any previous request by the Main Street BIA for information.
On Tuesday, August 6, 2002, staff received a request from the Main Street BIA for the following
information:
· Accident information at Main Street and Stanley Avenue
· A copy of all the alternatives.
· An Emergency Vehicle Counts
Later the same day, staff requested from the Main Street BIA their new proposal. Staff was
informed that there was no proposal at present. The Main Street BIA indicated it would like to
maintain the through movement on Main Street, as well as, the left turn movement from northbound
Stanley Avenue. These movements have been reviewed by Staff and three consultants, Totten Sims
Hubicki, McCormick Rankin and Marshall Macklin Monoghan. All agree that there is no safe way
to maintain these movements with the expected growth, due to the proposed developments.
On Wednesday, August 7, 2002, staffprovided thc requested information and infom~ed the Main
Street BIA that the City had on record notification by Emergency Services that the proposed
intersection improvements would have no impact on their level of service.
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Staffis concerned with the effect a delay in filing the Environmental Assessment will have on the
ability to meet the construction deadlines. (A revised construction schedule is attached.) The
Committee should be aware that the City is under contracted obligation with Falls Management
Company to have the works completed by the opening of the permanent Casino. If the works are
not completed, the City may be in breach of contract and be financially responsible for any lost
revenues.
The Main Street BIA has the option of appealing to the Ministry of the Environment, if it is not
satisfied with the outcome of the Environmental Assessment.
Based on the above information, the critical timeliness and the ability of the Main Street BIA to
appeal to the Province, Staff is recommending that the City proceed with the filing of the
Environmental Assessment.
~~... ~Prep by:
e smith, P.Eng.
Manager of Engineering Services
Appr~d by:
EcISuj lovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
f~espectfully Submitted by:
//John MacDonald
/// Chief Administrative Officer
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July
Alde~man Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Comraunity Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re:
Northwest Quadrant Watei
Co~t Sharing Fotmnla nnd ~
RECOMMENDATION:
That staff be directed to prepare cost sharing agreements
accordance with the trams and condition described in this
BACKGROUND:
On May 13, 2002, City Council adopted a recommend
Committee to prepare a cost sharing agreement and to prE
documents for the extension of a municipal watermain t(
commercialproperlies in thc Northwest Quadrant and to
of the sanitary servicing alternatives for the study area. M
'affected residents in order to finalize thc terms, conditions
and have submitted the en~neering drawings to the
approval.
It is anticipated that construction could proceed by late Augm
COST SHARING AGREHMEHT ISSUES:
Staff from the Legal, ~n~nco and Municipal Works departm
conditions of the cost sharing agreement and would prefer s
parties contributed thcir shar~ of the costs prior to constracfi(
the final accounting was complete. Staff notes that there
petition under the authority of the Local Improvement Act~
costs, however, this approach requires the City to allocate co:
some inequities among the benefiting parties.
Municipal Works
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Ed Dujlovic, P. Eng.
Director
MW-2002-89
2OO2
IThe recommendation(s)
contained In this report were
adopted in committee and
ratified by City Council
uain Extension
~ondittons
ith each benefiting propen'y owner in
ion from the Community Services
)am en~neering design.n and contract
, service the existing residential and
te an Environmental Aast~s~ent Study
micipal Works staff has met with the
si cost-sharing formula for the project
istty of the Environment (MOE) for
t and be completed by mid-September.
rots have met to confLrm the terms and
a arrangement whereby the benefiting
n and that any surplus be returned aRer
are significant advantages to using a
~pecially as it pertains to the collection
~s on the basis of frontage which poses
community
* Business Development * Building and By-Laws
July 15, 2002 -2 - MW-2002-89
At a meeting held on June 26, 2002 with the property owners, staff's position was shared with thc
group. After considerable discussion thc property owners indicated that there are three important
matters that must bo included in the cost-sharing agreement if the project is to proceed;
0
the allocation of costs among the property owners will be based on the "% of estimated
consumption" formula.
the property owners have the option of financing their share (up to a ten-year t~,m) and not
be required to pay all costs up front. They further agree to pay all outstanding amounts prior
to any change in ownership of the benefiting lands and to register tho agreements on the titlc
of the land.
iii)
the cost-shsring agreement contains provisions that the City will use its "best efforts" to
recover and refund, (using the same cost sharing formula) contributions from any landowner
who subsequently wi.~hes to connect to the new wate~u,ain within tho next ten years.
St~ is concerned that the property owner's proposal imposes additional admini~-tr, aive
responsibilities over the term of the agreement and will complicate the servicing of this area if an
application to expand the Urban Areas in this area is received in thc next 10 years.
Notwithstanding those concerns, Municipal Works staff acknowledges the importance o f this project
in addrmsing the dncumeated health problem~ o fthe existing c, omm~a~al ~ residential properties.
This project is not designed or intended to encourage now development or redevelopment and with
the exception of technical and aOmiuistrafive support from City staff, it does not have a huge impact
on the City's resources.
Staff is therefore seeking direction to include 'all of the three cost-sharing conditions requested by
the property owners so that the project can proceed in a timely mnnner.
Your favourable consideration of this recommendation is appreciate~L
GedffHoiman, C.B.T.
Manager of Development
R~oectfully Submitted by:
John MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
S:~.EPOR'r~2002 Rc~asV'~ W-2002-~9 - Northwest Quardrant Wa~temm/n F. xtenskm.wpd
Niagara Falls lJl~[
Community Services Department
Municipal Works
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: munwks@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
August 12, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietangelo, ~hairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2002-101
Grass Cutting Within the City of Niagara Falls
Ed Dujlovic, P. Eng.
Director
MW-2002-101
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the information be received and further Staffreport back after the meeting with
the other agencies.
BACKGROUND:
Numerous calls have been received by City staffover the past three months regarding grass cutting
throughout the Municipality. AIl jurisdictions (Region of Niagara, Ministry of Transportation, Hydro
One) involved in grassing cutting have advised that they have experienced the same problem that City
staff encountered, that is, they fell behind with grass cutting during the wet months of May and June.
It should be noted that regular contact is made with the other agencies to address the concerns that
have been raised by both the public and the politicians. A meeting will be held on August 28, 2002,
to review the level of service of all the applicable agencies.
CURRENT LEVELS OF SERVICE
City of Niagara Falls
Presently Municipal Works staff deals with the grass cutting and maintenance of City owned lots, and
roadside cutting for both urban and rural. A list of areas cut in the urban area is attached for Council's
information. Cutting of grass on Park Land is maintained by Parks, Recreation and Culture.
Four two-person crews have been established to carry out cutting grass in urban areas, as well as,
dealing with litter in the Tourist Section of the City. The level of service established is to cut the
majority of the sites on a two-week cycle during the active growing season. However, as indicated
earlier, the wet spring which supported ideal growing conditions for grass, this level of service could
not be maintained and the cycle during the first and second cuts increased to four weeks. The
assumption of Regional roads two years ago and the recent purchase of the Canadian Pacific Rail
property has increased the difficulty in meeting the two-week cycle.
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The remaining two, two-man crews, are responsible for cleanup and grass cutting in the Tourist Areas
of the City. Afternoon and Weekend shifts have been established for May to October specifically to
deal with the litter in the tourist area, in particular, dealing with the over flowing litter baskets that
have been installed. The crew also responds to litter baskets, litter problems and other concerns outside
the tourist section.
Ministry of Transportation
1. Grass cutting property to property line the week prior to holiday weekends.
-Highway 420 from-Dorchester Road to Stanley Avenue
-Highway 405 from Stanley Avenue to Queenston/Lewiston Bridge
2. Grass cutting one swath only the week prior to holiday weekends.
- Highway 420 from Dorchester Road to QEW.
3. Grass cutting every two weeks.
- Newman Hill from Victoria Avenue to Rainbow Bridge
4. Grass at intersections and overpass ramps are cut on an as needed basis, dependent on visibility.
5. Highway 420 (Roberts Street) from Stanley Avenue to Victoria Avenue is cut by the Niagara Parks
Commission.
Hydro One
1. Hydro One has returned to five (six if necessary) cuts per season after cutting three times per
year the last two years.
Regional Municipality of Niagara
1. Grass cutting in the "Gateway" Tourist Area is cut to a height of 50 - 75 mm when grass
reaches a height of 150 mm which nommlly requires six cuts per season.
- Thorold Stone Road from Kalar Road to Montrose Road.
- Stanley Avenue and Thorold Stone Road at curve
- Bridge Street. open lots from R/R station to Victoria Avenue
- St. Paul Avenue from Mountain to Niagara Townline
- Mountain Road from St Paul Street to west of Dorchester Road
- Stanley Avenue from 420 to McLeod Road
- McLeod Road from Drummond Road to Stanley Avenue (includes Marineland Parkway)
Their normal roadside grass cutting is completed by tractor mowing. A number of the
concerns received have been in regard to weeds/grass on Regional Roads over Ministry of
Transportation overpasses. The MTO level of service is to cut overpass ramps on an "as
needed" basis dependent on visibility. They do not cut for aesthetic purposes. The Regional
Municipality of Niagara policy does not include cutting on the overpass.
OPTIONS
In order to deal with the problems being encountered staffhas put forward a number of options to be
considered by Council.
Send letters or meet with the various agencies requesting that they increase the frequency of
grass cutting/trimming in their jurisdictions. There have been meetings and discussions in the
past with the agencies. Although unable to commit to an increased level of service, all have
indicated a willingness to work with the City toward beautification of the City.
August 12, 2002 3 MW-2002-101
An additional crew for Municipal Works will be budgeted for 2003 to ensure City of Niagara
Falls grass cutting level of service is maintained at a two-week cycle during the active growing
season. This crew would compliment City litter control and if possible increase the level of
service in jurisdictions of other agencies. The cost for an additional two person crew for six
months in 2003 is
Labour Cost $35,000
Equipment Cost $75,000
- one ton truck
- trailer
- front mount mower
TOTAL $105,000
3. Accept the status quo.
Council's direction on this matter would be appreciated.
ii_nD/'~ ''Prii~l~a S~.E.T.
Operations Superintendent
Reco " dedb :
g
Director of Municipal Works
/SC
Attachment
Respec~.ll~:
J°~~~r Chief AadCDj~sa~rdative Officer
GRASS CUTTING ROUTES
STREETS DEPARTMENT
REVISED: JULY, 2002
METRES
SWAYZE DRIVE - SOUTH SIDE - KER PARK TO PORTAGE ROAD '~990
SfW CORNER CHURCH'S LANE & PORTAGE ROAD 40
CHURCH'S LANE & GAr[. LOT - SOUTH SIDE **
DORCHESTER ROAD TO BRIAN CRESCENT - WALKWAY 320
ROLLING ACRES DRIVE TRIANGLE ISLAND 1680
PETTIT AVENUE TO ZELLERS PARK LOT - WALKWAY-BESIDE
CHERRYWOOD ACRES SCHOOL
PETTIT AVENUE - SOUTH AT DEAD & TRIANGLE NEXT TO FENCE 170
FINOLAND BLVD. - NORTH SID]~ 2400
CORNER OF VALLEY WAY & DRLrMMOND-N/W CORNER BY BUS SHELTER**
BIAMONTE PARKWAY & CRESCENT 1000
VALLEY WAY & STANLEY ~ NORTH WEST SiDE - CUT BLVD. UP TO
HYDRO FIELD PROPERTY 150
VALLEY WAY - ISLANDS FROM STANLEY TO VICTORIA 3600
ROSEDALE BLVD. 800
PARK LANE - CUT BLVD. & ALONG R.R. TRACKS 900
VICTORIA AVE.-WEST SIDE & CUT BLVD. - FROM NIAGARA HELICOPTER
TO CATARACT TOW**
VICTORIA AVE. BTWN. BUTTREY & FERGUSON - EAST SIDE - CUT BLVD.
& TRIM ALONG GUARD RAILS - EAST & W~ST SIDE***
PALMER AVENUE - ALONG R.R. TRACKS 8700
S/E CORNER OF PALMER AVENUE & EASTWOOD CRESCENT**
S/E CORNER OF PAI2vlZR AVENUE & SIMCOB STREET**
N/W & S/W CORNER OF EASTWOOD CR. & PALMER AVE.-CUT BLVDS**
S/S & N/E CORNER OF PALMER AVE. & BAMPFIELD-CUT BLVDS 1410
S/W CORNER OF PALMER & BAMPFIELD - CUT BLVD. **
LOT ON ONTARIO & SENECA - WEST SIDE 1040
CORNER OF HIRAM & ONTARIO **
NEWM/LN HILL - NORTH SIDE OF VICTORIA - CUT BLVD. **
BUTTREY & RIVER ROAD - S/W CORNER CUT BLVD. 145
N/W CORNER FERGUSON & TERRACE 280
ALLENDALE AVENU~ BTWN. FERRY ST. & DIXON ST.-CUT BLVDS.
FERRY ST.-BTWN. ALLENDALE & GLADSTONE-CUT BLVDS.-NORTH & SOUTH SIDE**
SPRING STREET BESIDE NIAGARA GROCERS (OLD NO FRILLS)**
TEMPERANCE AVE. & SUMMER - DEAD END**
S/~- CORNER NORTH STREET & SLATER AVENUE
SLATER AVENUE EAST SIDE BEHIND NABISCO
N/E CORNER OF MAIN STREET & ROBINSON STREET-CUT BLVD.
NORTH WEST CORNER ROSS AVE. END & ROBINSON-CUT BLVD.
ROYAL MANOR DRIVE-ALONG QEW WALL
WOODLAND BLVD. ISLANDS
PEW LANE (DORCHESTER ROAD TO BROOKFIELD)
ERWIN CRESCENT - ISLAND
ALEX & MCLEOD - NORTH END & SOUTH SIDE
WILSON & MCLEOD
I-IEXIMER & SUSAN
DRUMMOND & CRIMSON
50
200
7O
70'
4700
2400
1140
260
750
480
176
1400
SANDY COURT~- ISLAND
AILANTHUS BLVD. 600
MORRISON-BTWN PORTAGE RD. & DRUMMOND-CUT BLVD.-SOUTH SIDE**
MORRISON-BTWN DRUMMOND & DORCHESTER-BLVDS.-NORTH & SOUTH S .~)E**
FATIMA COURT - CUT ISLAND WHEN NEEDED**
DORCHESTER RD.-BTWN. 4087 & PLAZA (TRANSFORMER F. OX) CUT BLVD. &
I CUT INSIDE SIDEWALK**
N/W CORNER-BUCHANAN & SPRING-BTWN. SPRING & 5783 BUCHANAN
CUT BLVD. & 1 CUT INSIDE SIDEWALK - (EMPTY LOT)
S/W CORNER OF STANLEY & EMERY-CUT BLVD. & I CUT INSIDE SIDEWALK**
S/W CORNER OF ST. PAUL & GIOVINA - CUT BLVD.***
TRACTOR MOWING (CITY LOTS)
Revised: June.,.2002
FIELD ON STANLEY ACROSS FROM SERVICE CENTRE
FIELD BEHIND SALT/SAND STORAGE BUILDING
BLVD. SWAYZE FROM STANLEY TO TRACKS
LOT BY R.R. BRIDGE SOUTH/EAST ON VICTORIA AVENtJ~
LEADERS LANE NORTH SIDE ALONG FENCE
LEADERS LANE SOUTH/EAST OF VICTORIA TWO CUTS iNSIDE POLE
BLVD'S ON BUTTREY FROM VICTORIA TO TERRACE
HILL ON TERRACE FROM ELGIN TO BUTTREY
PARK ST. ALONG TRACKS FROM CATARACT ICE TO BEER STORE
NORTH & SOUTH/EAST CORNERS OF PALMER AND BAMPFIELD
PALMF~R ACROSS FROM BAMPFIELD "V" SHAPED LOT
BENDER HILL BEHIND MOTEL
BEHIND MULI',~RS MEAT
N/W CORNER OF DORCHESTER & FREDERICA - CUT ENTIRE BLVD.
ALLENDALE AND FERRY BOTH SIDES TO DIXON
DIXON ST, SOUTH SIDE BETWEEN CLEVELAND & STANLEY
PIE SHAPED LOT BY HYDRO FIELD ON ALLENDALE
MAIN ST. NEAR MURRAY ST.
LOT NORTH OF 5958 ALLI~NDALE & LOT BETWEEN 5968 & 5986
LOT ON HAWKINS ACROSS FROM WHITMAN "
NORTH SIDE CUT BLVD. MARINELAND PRKWY BETWEEN PORTAGE & STANLEY
AND GOING NORTH ON PORTAGE WEST SIDE CUT BLVD. LIP TO OLD MCLEOD RD.
LOT ON HAWKINS ACROSS FROM PAISLEY
KIWANIS CR~S.
OAKWOOD BY OLD AGI~ HOME
MCLEOD - CUT DITCH & INSIDE WALK NORTH SIDE FROM MONTROSE TO KALAR
KALAR RD. - CUT DITCH BOTH SIDES - FROM MCLEOD TO LUNDY'S LANE
KAl_AR RD - EAST SIDE DITCH FROM WOODBINE TO LUNDY'S LANE
BEAVERDAMS ROAD - NORTH SIDE - CUT DITCH AND INSIDE WALK FROM KALAR
TO R.R. TRACKS GOING EAST,
LOT ON MONTROSE BESIDE HYRDO FIELD TO KALAR ROAD
LOT BESIDE 6548 MONTROSE ROAD
GRAHAM STREET FROM MONTROSI~ TO DELTA
6190 DELTA DRIVE - EAST OF THIS ADDRESS - CUT LOT
LOT BESIDE 6177 MONTROSE
SOUTH EAST SIDE OF GREENDALB
DEAD END OF BELMONT
NORTH/WEST CORNER OF WATSON & MONTROSE APPROXIMATELY 3 CUTS
LOT ON WATSON ACROSS FROM GREEN AVEN]JB
S W CORNER OF PREAKNESS & MONTROSE - CUT BLVD. & INSIDB SIDEWALK
LOT ON BELLEVUE & BLVD. BESIDE 6523
POST ROAD - CHECK CUT IF NEEDED
DEAD END OF BELLEVUE STREET
INDUSTRJAL SUBDIVISION (I,[.ENT ST)
LOT ON HARVEY BEHnq'D STAN CODE'S HOUSE
-3-
NORTH & SOUTH SIDE OF WESTWOOD & KALAR
VALLEY WAY AT BALMORAL AVENUE - BLVD. NORTH & SOUTH
LOT BETWEEN PAUL FO.Y & MEDICAL BUILD~NG - CUT BACK TO TRACKS
MOUNT CAtLMBL BLVD. & MATTHEWS DRIVE - CUT BLVD.
MOUNT CARMEL BLVD. & CARDINAL DRIVE - CUT BLVD. & INSIDE WALK
CARDINAL DR. BETWEEN 3450 & 3470
MATTHEWS DRIVE ACROSS FROM 3561 BLVD.
NORTH ST, HYDRO BLVD. NORTH & SOUTH
MATTHEWS DR. BETWEEN 3482 & 3500 BLVD. & S.W.
ACROSS FROM 3409 MATTHEWS DRIVE BLVD. & S.W.
BTWN. 3251 & 3337 MATTHEWS DRIVE BLVD. & S.W.
CATHEDRAL DRIVE & BISHOPS AVE. BLVD. PLUS BLVD. ACROSS STREET
MT. CARMEL BLVD, & FATIMA CT. BLVD. S.W,
FOREST GLEN DRIVE & GLENOAKS AVE. BLVD. & S,W.
GALAXY DR, BTWN. 6420 & 6452 LOT
THISLEDOWN CT. HYDRO BLVD.
OLDEN AT SCHOFIELD RD. HYDRO BLVD.
MEWBURN RD. EAST & WEST SIDE
STEELES RD. - clYr - NORTH & SOUTH SIDE
ST. PAUL - WEST SIDE CUT BLVD. FROM MORETTA DR. TO MOUNTAIN RD.
PORTAGE RD. & STANLEY - FROM GREEK CULTURE CENTRE UP TO OVERPASS
(BRIDGE) BLVD'S BOTH SIDES
Revised 2002
GRASS CUTTING - TRACKLESS
- Church's L~ne and Gall Avenue -cut Boulevard lot - south side
- Victoria Avenue - west side - cut Boulevard from Niagara Helicopters to Cataract Towing
- NfW & N/E comer of Victoria Ave. & Bridge St. - cut Boulevards up to CN overpass
- S/E & N/E Palmer Avenue & Bampfield - cut blvds.
S/W comer of Palmer Ave. and Bampfield St. - cut Boulevard & cut inside sidewalk 3 cuts
- NfW & SAV comer of Eastwood Crescent and Palmer Avenue - cut Boulevards
- Lot on Ontario & Seneca west side
- Kitchener Street & Buchanan Avenue north side - cut Boulevards - City right-of-way
- Kitchener Street south side between Community Health Services & Niagara Falls Convention
Bureau - cut Boulevards
- Ferry Street between Allendale Avenue & Gladstone Avenue - cut Boulevards N/S side
- Allendale Avenue between Ferry Street and Dixon Street - cut Boulevards
- Spring Street beside Niagara Grocers (old No Frills) - cut Boulevards
- Pew Lane (Dorchester Road to Brookfield Avenue)
- Dead end of Belmont Avenue (Citylot)
- Lot on Watson Street across from Green Avenue
- S/W comer of Preakness Street & Montrose Road - cut Boulevard and inside sidewalk
- dead end of Bellevue Street
- Boulevard on Drummond Road between Valleyway & Balmoral Avenue - west side cut
Boulevard and I cut inside sidewalk
- N/W comer of Drummond Road and Frederica Street
- St.' Paul Avenue - west side cut Boulevard from Moretta Drive to Mountain Road
- ~L Paul Avenue - east side cut Boulevard from Moretta Drive to Mountain Road
S :LSTRE ~TS ~,C~ tas s~gtasseu ti. in ~ra ck~as 02.wpd
Community Services Department
Parks, RecreaUon & Culture
The City of=~--'~1~1~11~ , 7565 Lundy's Lane
Niogoro FClIIslI~i~ Niagara Falls, ON L2H 1G9
Ccln~d~ ~~ web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
~ I- Tel: (905)356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-7404
E-mail: akon@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Adele Kon
Director
R-2002-48
August 12, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
re: R-2002-48
Response to Ice User Groups Concern On Loss
of Ice Time Due to Tournaments and Special Events
Recommendation:
1) That this report be received and that a copy be provided to each of the mai or ice user groups.
2)
That staff be directed to undertake a more detailed review of ice hours used and the
requirements of the ice user groups.
3)
That all major ice users be required to submit a full list of registrations to assist the arena
staffin the preparing yearly schedules and the planning of future ice facilities on an annual
basis.
Background:
This report is in response to a letter (see attached) received from Laurie Primeau, President of the
Stamford Skating Club dated July 1 l, 2002. Council referred this letter to staff for a report prior to
the September 4, 2002 meeting that is being hosted by the major ice user groups. Ms. Primeau's
letter was received on behalf of the ice user groups who expressed concerns regarding an increase
in the number of tournaments and special events held in the City's arena facilities and the subsequent
loss of available ice to the user groups. The letter further stated that the loss in available ice has
created major interruptions to the group's schedules and they request the City to undertake a review
of all the ice users requirements. The letter also notes the need of another ice pad in the City.
Working Together to Serve Our Community
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August 12, 2002 - 2 - R-2002- 48
Current Process for Reviewing Ice User Needs and Scheduling
City staffs follow the Arena Scheduling Policy 1000.23, by advertising and accepting applications
every year for winter ice use in mid June. From the applications received, staff prepares the tentative
schedule and a meeting is held with the major ice user groups. There were a couple ofm'mor changes
proposed to the ice allocation for this fall. One hour per week was allocated on a shared basis to
Ringette and Niagara District Girls Hockey and an additional late hour was allocated to Ringette.
Last year, the City was able to reallocate five hours as a result of the Niagara Falls Skating Club
ceasing operations at Niagara Falls Arena and the elimination of Sunday afternoon Public Skating
at Stamford Arena. Two and a half hours were provided to Niagara District Girls Hockey, a half
hour to Ringette and two hours to Recreation Minor Hockey Association. Recreation Minor Hockey
was also allocated two additional hours on Saturday evenings. These changes assisted the groups
experiencing the greatest growth in their programs.
At the July 15, 2002 meeting of Council, the upcoming winter ice scheduled was approved together
with the various tournaments and special events. Letters have been sent out to the user groups
advising them of the approved ice times for the 2002-2003 season and the groups will be able to
develop their program schedules accordingly.
Staffs recognize that it is a difficult task trying to accommodate all the requests of the various ice
user groups. Many of the groups undergo change and they are faced with pressures from members
in the communities who desire specific programs. The major change we have seen in recent years
has been an increase in popularity of girls' hockey and more demand for prime time hours. City staff
works closely with the user groups on an ongoing basis. There are early morning ice time hours
available during the week and staff has encouraged many of the hockey groups to utilize these hours.
Tournaments and Special Events Listing and Benefits
Hockey tournaments and special events held in the City arena facilities, are reviewed in accordance
with Policy 1000.22. This Policy was developed in conjunction with many of the major ice users a
number of years ago. Attached is a list of the hockey tournaments and special events for the
upcoming season. The number of actual hockey tournaments has not increased over the past number
of years. Some of the actual hours have fluctuated in the past. City staffdoes receive a number of
inquiries from people wanting to host hockey tournaments and they are unable to be accommodated.
Many of the hockey tournaments that are held in the City, have operated for many years. The adult
tournaments are charged at the adult hourly rote which generates increased revenue for the City. The
major ice user groups also benefit financially from these tournaments. Niagara Falls Minor Hockey
hosts two tournaments a year, while the Niagara District Girls Hockey, Stamford Skating Club,
Ringette and Niagara South No Hits also host tournaments. The monies raised from these
tournaments generate a considerable revenue and the monies are used by the groups to help offset
registration fees and other operational costs.
A number of the hockey tournaments held in Niagara Falls involve out of town teams and these
teams occupy many of the local hotels and visit local restaurants and retail shops. There is a
significant economic benefit derived from the teams who participate in these tournaments. Although
there had not been any economic studies carried out specifically on the impact of the hockey
tournaments in the City, we know from a study completed in 1994, that the Provincial Slo Pitch
tournament generates some $13 million (1994 dollars) worth of expenditures in the local
August 12, 2002 -3- R-2002- 48
economy. The hockey tournaments could be considered more important to the tourist economy
because they are held in the offpeak season. Many of the adult tournaments are also held during the
months of March and April during which youth programs are generally winding down. In accordance
with the City's Policy, the newer tournaments are required to obta'm permission from the groups who
have traditionally had the ice time.
New Arena and Demand For Ice
The ice user groups commented on the need for a new arena pad. As Council is aware there have
been a number of proposals in recent years involving new ice surfaces. We understand that
negotiations are continuing regarding the multi-use centre involving the new casino. It is still the
hope that the City will see a new double pad arena complex as part of casino development. This
would relieve some of the pressure for a new state of the art arena facility in the City.
In the spring of 2000, the City competed an Arena Survey which provided feedback from various
ice user groups on their thoughts of a new ice facility. This was also at a time when there was
discussion regarding the twinning of the Chippawa Willoughby Memorial Arena. Last year, City
staff carried out an Ice Users Audit. As a result, City staff ~has, attempted to seek information from
the various recreation groups including their number of registrations. We have formally requested
registration information and some of the major ice users have failed to provide the City with this
information. It is felt that this type of information is critical in detemfining trends and being in a
better position to plan future arena facilities for the community. Groups have a lack of trust of the
City and believe that the City may take ice time hours away from them. It is important that we
breakdown the communication barriers and share information to better provide for the needs of all
our sports groups.
Conclusion
We acknowledge the concerns expressed by the major ice users which stem from their interest in a
new arena facility and demand for more prime time hours. The number of hockey tournaments has
not increased over the last number of years, although there has been some new non-ice related
special events occur. The hockey tournaments and special events generate a positive economic
impact for both the ice user groups and the City. Through this report, it is recommended that a more
detailed review be carded out on the ice hours used and the requirements of the major ice user
groups.
Recommended b_,y: ~
Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture
R~espectfully Submitted:
~Aa ~ive Officer
BB:
attachments
V:~002COUNCIL~002 08 12~R-2002-48 Ice User Groups Concerns.wpd
July 11, 20 2
Dear Id.ayor Thomson:
! am writing ~ you on behalf ~The Stamrurd Skal~ Club, Niagara Falls Minor
Hockey, Niagara Falls Recreab:mal Hockey, Niagara Falls Girls Hockey. Niagara
Falls Ringatte, and Niagara South No Hit Hockey, ~ ho are the major Ice users in
Niagara Falls.
The abo~;e mentioned permit holders have united i~ an effort to bring to Council's
aU. ention a few Items which have caused a great de al of concern to all of our
groups.
We have*found lhat over the last few years, the Scl edule A tournaments have
Increased and consequently Ihe houm of available tpe for the..permit holders has
decreased. The foltowing is a breakdown of ice ho~rs lost In me upcoming
City of Niagara Falls
Mayor Wayne Thomson
season due to schedule A tournament:
Niagara Fails Minor Hockey - 75 hours (mor
Niagara Falls Recreational Hockey- 68 hou
Niagara Falls Girls Hsckey- 140 hours
Niagara South No Hit Hockey- 94 houm
Stamfon~ Skating Club - 120 hours
Niagara Falls Rlngatte- n~nbem not avalla~
substantial as t~y are based out of N'~gara
As you can see, these am substantial hours that
interfere with the scheduling of our programs. Our
~h of March alone)
~e but will be
Falls Memorial Arena
~not be made up and
~ubs operate gmssroot level
sports that rely on a schedule that maintains ~ontin lily from one wcck to the
to their schedule during
next. The hockey groups experlenca major interrul~. ,.l~s..
playoff time. Their seaso~ is wiedlng dowrl .then _a~.,tt~Av.~~ (l.l~ctJlt to s~hedule
prances and games with.so little ice.. We nave new cc, ch mane aware that
another Schedule A event has been given permiss~
second weekend In O~ber which again will effect
allocation. We all are unlted in our concern fo~ the
our increasing ice requirements.
~n by coundl f~ the first or
be permit users i=e
screasing ice availability and
Thi~ idea was prewous~y p
by coufufll out It ia. our U~er~..m~,,.~-,~ .-
the money diverted to anolher project.
Th' -'---: -~-"e ..,',~de a,~mximately $1 million dollars in Ice
e ice users menuom=u ~v p,,,., rr ......... _..=~._.4 b" the
revenue and ars very appreciative to the fa~t mat our ~ce ~ ~uua~u~a ~
City. In the same _lx)i~m_, we feel th:a. t ~ v __~_ _s___r~_..~t~__t~.uhre,~o~Ja~s our
for mom ice
combined memberships of 2600+ tamnms are pmuau,,,v u ·
and better facilities.
Our user groups are proud to represent Niagara Falls provincially, nationaly and
Intemation~ly and are sometimes embarrassed when we have visitors from
world da. to.uri~t...de~.tlon and ~ ~ grsat aeal or r...~..urcea '~b ~m~ie~n~ mr
maintain this desq~lnatlon ~ we are also concerned with the deve p
youth In the .~ornmunlty and that the fadlitles are adequate and up to the
standard representative of the City of Niagara Falls.
W~ .,m nm.estina a meeting with any and all council members to .f~er dis(uss
~':,~,. We have a m~tJng soheduled for Wednesday,
September 4, 2002 at 7:00 pm In. the Minor Hod(e.Y:.Boae~ ~.~1~ ed~=td~w°cuuj~h ~t
,~,,est that you RSVP to either Laurie Pdmeau o~ m..e ,~,,,,,,,,, ...... ,= :-:- --
~o::~8-91~'5-or Marg Mc(3~ of Niagara F~s Minor Hockey at 905-374-
2613.
Sin~erely yours,/'3
Stamford Skating Club
on behalf of the user groups
Schedule "A" Tournament/ Date(s) of use Arenas Used Years in
Special Event Existence
Chippawa Villagers Oldtimers Sept 12-15, 2002 Chip 13
Tournament
Grand Legends/Maple Leafs Sports Sept 12-13, 2002 NF 1
Fantasy Camp
Love Niagara Prayer Service***** Oct 6, 2002 NF 1
*****Note: This event has been cancelle~
Niagara South Oldtimers Tournament Oct 10-13, 2002 Chip 25
Chippawa Remembrance Day Services Nov 3, 2002 Chip 6
NF Remembrance Day Services Nov 11,2002 NF 15
Curtis Kelly Memorial/Regency Hockey Nov21-24, 2002 Stam;JB;Chip 23
Club Tournament
Pathway Festival of Lights Concerts Nov 23-25, 2002 NF 1
Festival of Lights Cheerleading Dec 6-8, 2002 NF 1
NHL OIdtimers Hockey Game Dec 14, 2002 NF 10
Niagara Falls Minor Hockey Past Dec 26-29, 2002 NF;Stam;JB;Chip approx 15
Presidents Tournament
Niagara Falls Girls Hockey Association Dec 26-27, 2002 NF approx 4
Tournament
Al Reid Oldtimers Hockey Tournament Jan 16-19, 2003 NF;Stam;JB;Chip 25
Stamford Skating Club Hockey Feb 21-23, 2003 Stam;JB 4
Tournament
Niagara Falls Blackhawks Hockey Feb 28- Mar 3, 2003 Stam;JB;Chip 23
Tournament
Mike Tychinski Memorial Tournament Mar 6-9, 2003 20
Clancys Oldtimers Hockey Tournament Mar 6-9, 2003 NF;Chip 20
Niagara Falls Minor Hockey Atom Mar 10-16, 2003 NF;Stam;JB;Chip approx 20
Tournament
Niagara Falls Ladies Hockey Mar 14-16, 2003 NF;Chip 26
Tournament
Niagara Falls Cataracts Hockey Mar 20-23, 2003 NF;Stam;JB;Chip 16
Tournament
Niagara South No Hit Playoffs Mar 24-29, 2003 Chip 29
Canadian Hockey Enterprises Mar 28-30, 2003 NF;Stam;JB 15
Tournament
Molson Provincial Championship Apr 4-6, 2003 NF;Stam;JB;Chip 4
Hockey Tournament
Canadian Hockey Enterprises Apr 11-13, 2003 NF;Stam;JB 10
Tournament
S~-chedule "A' Tournament/ Date(s) of use Arenas Used Years in
IISpecial Event Existence
Souther Ontario Ringette Regionals Apr 11-13, 2003 Chip 1
Can Hky Ent Youth Tournament*****
*****Note: This event has bccn cancelle
Apr 18-20, 2003
NF;Stam;JB
Russell Hockey Enterprises Ltd. May 2-4, 2003 Stam;JB 4
Tournament